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While candidates Jarchow, Peterson and Zilka compete to represent voters of the Amery and immediate vicinity in the 28th Assembly District, the 75th District includes the Village of Clear Lake, as well as points north and east (see map on page nine).

In this district, incumbent Romaine Quinn (R) is running against challenger Joe Huftel (D).

The candidates were asked the same questions in regards to how they would best represent their consituents. These are their responses:

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Seniors Ryan Heiss and Peter Place (left) and junior Mason Henke (right) have each earned the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout. The three were recognized during a ceremony held at Amery’s Congregational Church on Saturday, and was attended SEPTEMBER 33,cates 2222 of accomplishment. by representatives Adam Jarchow and Sheila Harsdorf who presentedTHURSDAY, them with legislative certifi VOL.which 131 NO.was 19 built www.moraminn.com The ceremony was conducted in an outdoor worship area of the church,

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Peter built shelves for the high school band room, and Ryan built a new sign for the Amery Airport. Only six percent of boys that join scouting achieve the Eagle Scout rank, scouting’s highest honor.

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started with the department last year, and responded primarily to food.

“Once he was full, he was done,” explains Harris.

What Thor was missing is what trainers call ‘ball drive,’ an uncanny and unwavering want…for a ball.

Harris demonstrated the trait by retrieving a tennis ball from his squad. As predicted, Kerchak lit up like a firecracker on the 4th of July.

There’s nothing to be afraid of here, folks. Kerchak is all dog.

And he loves to play.

“If you come up with a ball in your hand, he might try to grab that from you. That is his ultimate reward,” says Kipp.

Kipp explains that dogs are bred for this specific trait in the Czech Republic, where Kerchak comes from. But no, he

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Clues of a new staff member are finding their way into the Amery Police Department.

A chewed up doorstop.

A little extra dog hair.

A water dish on the floor.

And a few extra smiles on the faces of those who work there.

Kerchak, a Czech-born German Shepherd, will be Amery PD’s newest secret weapon in the fight against narcotics.

“He’s a goofball,” admits his handler, Kipp Harris.

The story of how Kerchak came to find a home in Amery is one of second chances, and new beginnings. An ironic one, considering this is just the kind of thing he’ll be helping out with.

There was no announcement when Amery PD’s first K-9 trainee, Thor, didn’t make the cut. He

THE SUN Kerchak, a Czech-born German Shepherd, is the Amery Police Department’s newest addition.

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While most of us wait to cast our ballots at least another week, some of the area’s most senior residents had the opportunity to cast their ballots beginning Monday, October 17th. And they’ve turned out in record numbers.

Specially trained voting deputies brought ballots directly to the homebound residents at four separate Amery facilities this week. According to City Clerk Fran Duncanson, registration for homebound and nursing home residents is up significantly this year, although she can’t say by how much quite yet. As of Friday it was at least 120.

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doesn’t respond to any foreign commands.

Maybe sit, if you’re lucky.

Kerchak originally came to the US just over a year ago, intended to be a therapy dog for a teenage girl with medical problems. But for whatever reason, Kerchak began to show signs of serious stress and anxiety.

The family opted for another dog, and gave him to a trainer in Minnesota who works with rescued German Shepherds.

“We were basically looking for a dog on a budget,” explains Harris. They had asked this trainer to keep an eye out for a dog with ball drive. And found one, despite some oddities. She introduced them to Kerchak.

“His ball drive was off the charts,” explains Harris.

“And then we saw some his behaviors.” Harris explains how Kerchak would chase and bite his own tail, and lay down and suck on his own hip for long periods of

time.

“He would get so nervous it was like anxiety. He would go lay up against the fence and suck on his side like a pacifier.”

They weren’t sure what had happened to make Kerchak that way. But because his ball drive was such a rarity, they decided to bring him back to Amery and try him out.

“The vet took a look at his issues and decided to put him on some medication, like Prozac. And he’s just a different dog. I’d say he’s about 95 percent better.”

And now, he’s home.

Kerchak lives with Harris and his family. He stays kenneled at night, mostly to keep him acclimated to the weather, explains Harris.

And except for a little anxiety when the mower comes out, things are looking up.

“I try not to give him his triggers, and I’m still learning what those are,” says Harris. “He does sometimes wear a vest that gives him some comfort.”

After a summer of training together with Kipp, Kerchak has learned to identify four different narcotics, and can be trained on others if necessary. He passed his official United States Police Canine Association training last week.

“He scored 199.33 out of 200. He did really good,” says Harris. “I was really proud of him.”

With this certification, Kerchak’s signals to Harris can now be used as probable cause to search for narcotics. And soon he’ll work on tracking too, in the event of a lost child or vulnerable adult.

But he’s not quite ready to hit the streets. Kipp is wrapping up some of his own training. Once that’s done, Kerchak will ride with him on most every shift.

“The narcotics and tracking is almost a bonus to the positive public relations that we want to build with him. That was our goal from the start. It’s overwhelming the positive impact he has.”

It’s hard to argue with that wagging tail.

Harris says that Kerchak could have it in him to take down a fugitive, but the department doesn’t have the budget for that kind of additional training, for either himself or Kerchak.

“We don’t have the funding to send Kipp to the St. Paul K-9 school,” says Assistant Chief Joe Vierkandt.

“And we’re attempting to fund this with our annual golf tournament and Kops and Kids budget.”

So they found a dog that needed a second chance, and gave him one.

Harris knows that second chances are something a lot of people can relate to.

“I’m so happy for him, because when we first got him he was miserable. Who knows why he had the problems he had. But to be able to work through it and be successful, a lot of people can relate to that.”

Amery officer Kipp Harris poses with the department’s newly acquired narcotics dog, Kerchak.

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unique is their special classification as ‘indefinitely confined,’ which not only means the ballot comes to them, but they also bypass the need for a photo ID. They’re the only segment of the population that is extended this service. And it’s one they hope to keep.

Exercising their right to vote is obviously still very important to these residents. And despite some family members who might argue against it, for

the time being, it’s a right that only a judge can take away.

Early (in person) voting for the rest of us can start as early as October 24th. The deadline to register to vote by mail is Wednesday, October 19th. Otherwise registration can also be done online (up until November 5) or at City Hall on November 8. Photo ID will be required to register and vote in the November 8 election. For more information about voting in Wisconsin elections or to register, visit myvote.wi.gov.

(left) From the comfort of their home, Goldden Age Manor residents (left to right) ‘Uncle Bob’ Holm, Phyllis Nevin, Evelyn Halverson, Randy Jorstand, and Melody Dahl are ready to cast their sealed ballots, completed on Monday, October 17th .

Convicted sex-offender arrested living near Amery Elementary School

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A man who had recently pled guilty to sexual acts involving a 12-year-old girl in Barron County was arrested October 3rd, after failing to comply with probation’s orders to vacate a residence located across the street Johnson from Lien Elementary in Amery.

According to police reports, Wayne A. Johnson, 51, was wanted by probation for providing an incorrect and non-existent Rusk County address. Johnson had updated his address correctly with the Barron County Clerk of Court,

where details of his sex-offender status were still in question.

Johnson pled guilty to two counts of 4th degree sexual assault in May for having sexual contact and exposing himself to a former girlfriend’s daughter, then 12 years old.

Johnson had also been charged in two other similar incidents involving the same child. The earliest, dating back to 2013, involved showing the girl pornographic material, and the second for fondling the girl inappropriately. Both of those other charges were dismissed.

Johnson’s official registered sex-offender status was left open after his June sentencing pending the results of a report from his sex-offender treatment. Details of that report were due to be discussed in court on November 1.

After notification from probation

and parole that Johnson was not to be living within two blocks of an elementary school and had disregarded notice to vacate, Amery authorities began watching Johnson’s home carefully in early October.

On October 3rd they received a call about a man who had attempted suicide with a bow and arrow.

The call turned out to be Johnson, who had only made an initial phone call for medical/mental health assistance, and was wandering somewhere outside the Amery hospital.

Authorities pinged Johnson’s cell phone and eventually tracked him down outside of his home.

Johnson was given medical and behavioral health care, before being placed under arrest for violating conditions of his probation.

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OCTOBER 20 Garden Club Meeting Amery Garden Club members will meet Thursday, October 20th at 11:30 a.m. at Village Pizzeria. Members will discuss successes and failures of this past growing season. Garden photo contest winners will also be announced.

All garden enthusiasts are invited to attend.

Polk-Burnett Bee Keepers The Polk-Burnett Bee Keepers will meet October 20th at the Polk County Justice Center in Balsam Lake at 7 p.m. This will be the last meeting until Feb. of 2017.

OCTOBER 21 Chili and Pie Supper Chili and pie will be served for a free will offering on Friday, October 21 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Deer Park.

A craft and bake sale, along with silent auction will also be held.

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.

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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$1 for children.

Hypnosis Seminar Come take part in a free hypnosis seminar for those interested in weight loss, smoking cessation, or stress relief. A $5 donation is appreciated. The first seminar will be October 25 at 7 p.m. at the Amery Community Center and the second will be Friday, October 28 at 7 p.m. at the Barron Community Center. Anyone 16 and older is welcome to attend.

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Lyme Support Group

The St. Croix Valley Bar Association invites to the public to attend a debate between Polk County District Attorney candidates Dan Steffen and Jeff Kemp, Saturday, October 22 at 11 a.m. at Trollhaugen Event Center.

The final Lyme Support Group meeting of the year features guest speaker Russell Four Eagles of Soaring Eagles Wellness Center, home of the original medicine work. The meeting will be held at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Amery (Cty. Rd. F) at 7 p.m.

Harvest Festival

Historical Society

Living Word Chapel, 2746 Hwy 64 in Forest, will host a Harvest Festival from 9 to 4. Events throughout the day including art exhibits, rat rod demonstrations, children’s crafts, hayrides, pumpkin chucking, and more.

A meeting of the Amery Area Historical Society will take place at 5 p.m. in the lower level of the Amery Public Library. Attendees are invited to bring items of historical interest. All are welcome.

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Halloween Storytime A Halloween Storytime and Parade will be held at the Amery Public Library at 10 a.m.

OCTOBER 23 Harvest Fest.

United Covenant Church will host their annual Harvest Festival on Sunday, October 23rd from noon to 3. Serving a Swedish meatball dinner.

Church Fair Faith Lutheran Church in Balsam Lake is holding a church fair following Sunday morning services at 9:30. Come see what we are all about. Information booths and coffee availalble.

OCTOBER 24 Farmer’s Market Come celebrate the final market of the season, Monday, October 24th from 3 to 5:30 p.m. at Soo Line Park. Santa Claus will also stop by for a visit. Get your name on the nice list!

Halloween Festivities Amery Community Club presents their 17th Annual Happy Halloween Costume Contest and Free Movie at the Amery High School Auditorium. Doors open at 10:30, judging starts at 11. Free showing of ‘The Jungle Book’ to follow.

Trick or treaters welcome at participating Amery businesses from 1 to 3 p.m. Look for businesses with an orange pumpkin on their door.

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Pancake Breakfast & Open house A Pancake breakfast and open house will be held at the Deer Park Community Center from 1 to 2:30, followed by the 4H Community Halloween Party.

NOVEMBER 5 Bazaar Trinity Lutheran Church, 1 mile east of 65 on Cty. Rd. F., will hold a bazaar from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Take in a large selection of baked goods, quilt sales, crafts, soaps, towels, raffles and more.

Lunch also served for $4.00.

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Fall Harvest Dinner

Redeemer Lutheran Church will host their annual fall rummage sale at 600 S. Keller in Amery. Food served.

Thursday from 11 to 5 and Friday 9 to 4.

Little Falls Lutheran Church hosts their Fall Harvest Dinner from 11:30 to 1:30. Serving turkey, real mashed potatoes, stuffing, squash, corn, cranberries, rolls, dessert, and milk, coffee or water. Take outs available. 715-268-9409.

OCTOBER 29 ‘Boo!’ An evening of scary stories and poems for Halloween read by members of the Northern Lakes Theater Guild at Northern Lakes Center for the Arts, 113 Elm Street in Amery. Begins at 7:30 p.m. $5 for adults,

Chili Feed A Chili Feed to benefit Northwoods Homeless Shelters in Amery and Luck will be held from 11 to 2 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery. There will also be a raffle for a quilt.

NOVEMBER 11 Red Kettle Kick Off Join the Salvation Army for the Kick Off of 2016’s Red Kettle Campaign and a salute to veterans, featuring the music of Jim Blaha and Karar Dance Acadamy at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Amery. Doors open at 6:15 for desserts and refreshments.

NOVEMBER 11-13 Meet me in St. Louis The Amery High School production of ‘Meet Me in St. Louis’ will be Friday and Saturday, November 11 & 12 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, November 13 at 2 p.m.

Admission is $5. Advance tickets available at Chet Johnson Drug and the Amery High School office.

NOVEMBER 23 Crafternoon The Amery Public Library will hold a ‘crafternoon of thanks’ in conjunction with the school break. Children can participate in Thanksgiving related arts and crafts.

ONGOING Pickleball Open gym will be held for pickleball players throughout the winter beginning in November.

The gym will be open for playing on Wednesdays from 5:45 to 8 p.m.

Cost is free.

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all is in the top three of nearly everyone’s list of favorite seasons. It is number one on my list for the cooler days, beautiful colors, fall sports and fresh locally grown apples.

I think fall would be tops on everyone’s list, but it sometimes gets a bad rap because of the next season, winter. But the nature of life is for everything to occur in cycles, so it is best to enjoy what we have before becoming consumed by dread of is to come.

Publisher what In the past few weeks I have Tom Stangl witnessed the maple trees in our yard and around the area turn from green to amber to gold before being shed by the trees. “Gold” is not an accurate tern to describe the color, but it’s the best I can do.

When the sun is shining and diffused through the leaves, the interior of our home gets a golden hue that is pleasing and comforting.

Of course, the leaves must fall and then be dealt with. We have already begun the process of mulching leaves with the mower. Mulching is a great way to get rid of some of the leaves, but it is a seemingly never-ending task.

In a few weeks, there won’t be any space left in the grass for bits of leaves to accumulate and we will be forced to begin raking.

Back in the old days when I was a kid, raking leaves was only fun when you were able to pile them up and then jump in the pile. We weren’t much help to our parents and continually needed to be put back on task, but we eventually got the job done.

Where I grew up, we got to burn the leaves at the curb. I really enjoyed being entrusted to help with this task. I don’t know if it was the smell of the smoke or the challenge of being a firefighter in my overactive imagination, but it sure was fun.

My wife and I went to an area orchard and picked some apples on a Saturday afternoon. It was a great experience to literally hand select the fruit we wanted. We are so fortunate to have benefited from the hard work of the University of Minnesota to develop hardy apple varieties that thrive in our climate. The Agriculture Experiment Station, created in 1887, began the work to bring new varieties of apples to trees in our area. Nearly 30 varieties of apples have been released by the university, each with a different texture, flavor and use. Some have already ripened and are out of season, others are just coming into their own. The famed Honeycrisp apple developed at the University of Minnesota has a shelf life of up to seven months.

I think a crisp fresh apple or a piece of hot homemade apple pie are two of the best things a person can experience. Sweet, simple and mostly good for you in moderation, apples and the numerous dishes that can be made with them are one of the reasons I love fall.

We have been blessed with a beautiful fall.

Hopefully, it lasts a bit longer — say till April?

Hey, if you are going to wish, wish BIG, I always say.

I hope you get to enjoy the delights of fall.

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.

Do the debates help us choose wisely?

BY LEE H. HAMILTON

We’re in the middle of the presidential debates, and not surprisingly, they’re drawing viewers in great numbers. The contest is close, and the chance to watch the two candidates spar with one another face-to-face makes for entertaining television.

This is hardly a bad thing. Overall, presidential debates are a plus for the public dialogue. They get Comments tremendous covon Congress erage throughout the media Lee Hamilton universe, both while they’re taking place and in the days that follow. They let the voters see the candidates under pressure and gauge their performance. As scripted as they can sometimes seem, they still let us watch the candidates think on their feet. They’re serious events, and are certainly more substantive than campaign speeches and television commercials.

It’s true that they don’t usually change the trajectory of a race — although we won’t know until Election Night whether this year’s debates played a role in the outcome. They can reinforce enthusiasm, but it’s rare that they create it from scratch.

Yet I think our focus on debates — at least in the form they currently take — is misplaced. It’s not so much that they reward one-upmanship, a quick wit, and clever zingers — although they do. Rather, I think they don’t actually help us make a good choice.

Over my years in Congress and afterward, I’ve sat in on a lot

of meetings at the White House where foreign and domestic policy were discussed. For the most part, I came away impressed by the process by which presidents make tough decisions. They go around the room, asking each guest, “What do I do now?” They ask participants to define the issue, lay out the options, identify American interests at stake, and make recommendations. It’s usually a sustained, unhurried process, with very little fancy oratory: instead, I’ve heard sharp debate and thorough discussion characterized by forceful, reasoned, fact-based, and responsible arguments. Presidents pay close attention and sometimes take notes. They want to hear different opinions, seek advice, and then go off and make a decision.

You have to remember that the choices a president has to make are complicated and often very difficult — almost by definition, an issue doesn’t get to that level unless it’s a tough one. I’ve sat in on meetings with both Democratic and Republican presidents, and one of the things that often impressed me is that ideology has played a smaller role than you’d imagine. The conversations are quite pragmatic.

What all this means is that the real quality you’re looking for in a President is judgment: the ability to consider issues from all angles, weigh options carefully, and then choose the wisest course — sometimes from among a tangle of unpalatable alternatives.

That is what presidents do. But the qualities necessary to do this do not come through in the debates, which tell us very little about how candidates would do at exercising judgment in the fog of

policy-making. A campaign event that calls for impassioned oratory, a quick wit, one-liners, and sharp digs is not especially helpful for helping us choose who is going to make the best decisions.

I think we can do better. Selecting a president is serious business. We want to put control of the process on the voters’ side, and not let the candidates get away with fluff.

How do we do this? We change the nature of the debates. To begin with, I believe there should be a series of them, each focused on a single issue — education, say, or national security. Candidates should face a panel of questioners asking them to address the toughest questions on those matters — people who are sharp and incisive and are prepared to follow up and press candidates when they spout mush. Ideally, the candidates should face this panel one at a time, rotating who goes first, and with other rules to assure fairness.

The point is, we want voters to go to the polls not just with a good idea of where the candidates want to take us and how they’re going to get there. We also want voters to have a clear sense of how sound the candidates’ judgment is, because that’s ultimately what will make or break their presidency.

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 Vote for Clean Water To the Editor: If you’ve read Wisconsin news lately, you’ve learned that Senator Harsdorf benefited from large campaign contributions from a lead paint mogul during the recall elections which she rewarded by voting for legislation retroactively protecting that company from lawsuits involving the lead poisoning of children.

Unfortunately, this preference of business over citizen interests wasn’t an isolated incident.

In eastern St. Croix County, we learned Senator Harsdorf also voted to eviscerate water quality protections (visit http://we-the-irrelevant.org/ ) as we face the ex-

Another successful blood drive pansion of an industrial dairy operation. This in spite of an overwhelming majority of constituents begging legislators not to do so. Destruction to water quality within Kewaunee County (east of Green Bay) from industrial dairies is evidence of lax water quality standards and oversight; over 1/3 of tested private wells are contaminated with bacteria and nitrates.

If Senator Harsdorf will not protect our children nor our clean drinking water in the face of special interests or political party pressure …..it’s time for a new face to represent us in Madison; someone who cannot be manipulated by those in Madison.

Our representative democracy should be about citizens’ welfare - not personal gain for the politician. I’ve worked with Diane Odeen on local issues and she will be the change we need in Madison.

I urge all to vote for clean drinking water and protection for our children, even if it means voting contrary to your usual custom these life-impacting issues are too important to ignore. Please vote for Diane Odeen on November 8th.

of trials under ones belt is not an issue but the willingness to study the uniqueness of the case, the evidence and constraints is the determiner. Mr. Kemp will bring in a new management style, new ideas, and fresh perspective on the processing of criminal cases needed for our county. Many of the ideas currently in place were started with Mr. Biller (2d ADA, victim witness) and Judge GaleWyrick (drug court). The conflicts alluded to with other departments were

based on personalities NOT the rules, procedures, or policies of the DA office. The purpose of the DAs office is to serve the public in criminal matters. Other counties have new ideas for streamlining that are worth a look for the tighter budgets. I will be voting for Mr. Kemp this election because I feel that he can work best for our citizens.

Stephen C. Dorrance Milltown, WI

Kim Dupre Town of Emerald, Wis.

Endorses Kemp To the editor, I was an Assistant District Attorney in Polk County for 27 years. I retired in February, 2016.

I worked with three district attorneys – Mark Biller, Karen Olson, and Dan Steffan. I believe that it is now time for a change in Polk County. Each of the hundreds of cases I worked with during my long tenure was unique. Each needed to be handled with cooperation and civility within the confines of present law. The number

Challenges main party Assembly candidates To the Editor: I was planning on writing my last letter to the editor before the election strictly on campaign funding and keeping informed citizens but because of recent events I feel it is more important to point out just how much neither of my opponents are truly there for you.

They may claim to represent everyone equally but the fact of the matter is neither one is willing to take a direct stand against their parties in your best interests when you tell them to. To prove this I have already leveled a challenge to Jeff and I want to do the same to Adam.

I want to know their top three issues they will stand against their parties to represent us their constituents as a whole on. Secondly I challenge them to describe HOW they plan to ensure that they will

properly represent the 28th assembly district and not just abiding by their party lines. Finally I want to know if they are willing to put their personal beliefs aside for the greater good and do what their constituents tell them to do.

I think Adams record speaks for itself because he has not spoken for the district as a whole and Jeff is willing to say whatever it takes to get elected which is why he switched from the Green party to the Democratic party because (and I quote) he “wants to win” not stand for the people.

My detailed plan for how I plan to ensure that I will properly represent the 28th assembly district and not just abide by a party line while keeping the people involved and educated is to divide the district into five sub-districts (so that people do not have to travel far to

see me). From there I will hold a listening session at each of those five locations once a month. The goal is to have two main times at each location (one in the afternoon for people who work nights and one in the evening for people who work days), but I will be at each location all day for those who may not be able to make the main meeting times. Beyond that I will make sure I am available to my constituents to help them with projects around their houses during days I am not already occupied by issues inside the district.

This November vote to have your voice heard.

Vincent Zilka Grantsburg, Wis.

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To the Editor: The Amery Woman’s Club recently completed another successful blood drive with the American Red Cross. This latest drive collected 95 units of blood in a single day.

This blood drive, as always, was a community-wide effort. Our Savior’s Lutheran Church provided their church as the donation site; the women from The Amery Woman’s Club scheduled appointments, greeted donors, and provided food for the Red Cross workers, as well as cookies for the donors; Dick’s Fresh Market donated various grocery items; the Lion’s Club helped set up and take down the fellowship hall; WXCE Radio, WPCA Radio, the Amery Free Press, and Northwest Communications helped with the publicity; and many area businesses allowed us to put up posters. We thank everyone for doing their part!

Members of the Amery Woman’s Club volunteered over 118 hours for this worthwhile cause.

Most importantly, the residents of our community and surrounding communities took time out of their busy schedules to donate life-saving blood.

Thank you!

Our next blood drive will be Monday, April 24, 2017 and Tuesday, April 25, 2017. Please mark your calendar and consider being a donor.

Paula Fussy & Vicki Seibel Betzold Coordinators

The politics of water To the Editor: Have you been reading the news? If so, you know that Senator Sheila Harsdorf voted to retroactively prevent lead paint-related lawsuits after she received large cash donations from a lead paint manufacturer.

Shameful -- prioritizing Big Money over protecting children.

Meanwhile, the citizens in the county south of us are being threatened by an industrial dairy that wants to expand, putting local water quality at risk. In the eastern part of our state, well water is already riddled with bacteria and nitrates as a result of significantly reduced water quality standards and lax oversight of similar industrial dairy operations. Harsdorf voted to decimate water quality protections even more, ignoring the wishes of the overwhelming majority of her constituents.

Assemblyman Adam Jarchow is as bad, if not worse. He has consistently voted to prevent local governments from enacting shoreland-zoning ordinances that would protect our beautiful lakes from damage by big developers. He wanted to allow developers to dredge lakebeds – an action that destroys the best fish habitat and releases phosphorus sediment back into the water – so they could build on the lakeshores. He also supported giving those developers the right to build on that public land for free while restricting the public’s access to the lake.

Our representative democracy should be about citizens’ welfare, period. Personal gain for the elected official or his/her donors is shameful and disgusting. We know it happens, but we do not have to re-elect people who stand for these kinds of values.

Many of us have traditionally voted Republican because we believed those candidates shared our values. Clearly, that is no longer the case. Vote for protection of clean water and our children.

Vote for Diane Odeen and Jeff Peterson on November 8.

Kathryn Kienholz Milltown, Wis.

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Osceola man behind bars after alleged machete threat and sex assault

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

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An Osceola man is being held on $10,000 bond this week following allegations of assault in which he is said to have threatened a woman with a knife on October 6th, and sexually assaulted her on multiple occasions.

According to the criminal complaint filed October 7th, Kenneth Bellinger-Bushard, 32 of Osceola, is alleged to have backhanded the woman in the mouth and slammed her head into a wall of his residence. Bellinger-Bushard then allegedly brandished a machete and as he was leaving he told the woman he would ‘come back in a few minutes to cut her up.’

Authorities recovered marijuana and paraphernalia at the scene, prompting charges of battery, disorderly conduct,

One arrested, one injured in single-vehicle crash near Almena On October 10, 2016, at 12:31 a.m., the Barron County Sheriff’s Department received a call of a one vehicle crash on 13th Avenue east of 7th Street, Town of Clinton, just south of Almena.

Deputies from the Sheriff’s Department responded along with Gold Cross Ambulance, Turtle Lake First Responders, Almena Fire DepartTorresment and Life Link Mendez Helicopter.

Upon arrival, one male was entrapped in the vehicle and was extracted by Almena Fire

Department. He was flown out with serious but non-life threatening injuries. He was identified as Rene Linares, 24 of Almena.

The driver had fled the crash prior to the deputy’s arrival. During the course of the investigation it was learned that the driver had fled to his house nearby.

Deputies responded about 1 mile away from the scene and located Dionisio Torres-Mendez, 30 of Almena.

He was arrested for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated, operating while revoked and failure to notify police of accident, a warrant out of St Croix County and other possible charges when test results are received.

and possession of THC and drug paraphernalia.

Bellinger-Bushard’s response to authorities was that the victim had punched him in his ‘broken orbital socket,’ resulting in the fight.

The victim had been transported to Regions Hospital due to her extensive injuries, but reported being sexually abused during the incident. A follow up investigation led to subsequent charges of 2nd degree sexual assault filed October 10th. The victim told authorities

that Bellinger-Bushard had forcibly raped her the day before causing damage to internal organs. She alleged that Bellinger-Bushard had done this three other times in the last three months.

In a preliminary hearing held October 13, Polk County Judge Jeffery Anderson found probable cause to proceed with the charges. Bellinger-Bushard has yet to enter a plea in the matter. An arraignment is scheduled for October 27.

Cameron mother charged with drunk driving, children in car

Kasee Ann Hickok, 37 years of age, from Cameron has been arrested by the Wisconsin State Patrol Spooner Post for operating a motor vehicle under the influence, 1st offense, with three children in the vehicle under the age of 16. That’s according to a statement released by the Wis. State Patrol.

A State-Patrol Hickok trooper responded to a call of a possible intoxicated motorist picking up children at the Cameron Elementary School. A witness reported that the female driver drove through the grass near the school and drove the wrong way on the school

road after picking up a child.

The witness was able to get a plate number and description of the vehicle. A Cameron officer located the vehicle at the BP Amoco. A Trooper responded to the scene also. The trooper arrested the female driver for OWI 1st with children under 16 years of age in the vehicle. She was also charged with having open intoxicants in the vehicle. According to information released by the State Patrol, Hickok had three children in her car, ages 9, 7 and 6.

Pursuant to the direction of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, as found in Supreme Court, be advised that a charge is merely an accusation and that a defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

Polk County Circuit Court Appearance date: Sept. 20, 2016 Harold O. Anderson, 57, Ham Lake, MN, violate regulations for unified carrier registration system, $200.50.

Chad M. Anderson, 48, Lecenter, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Teresa E. Ball, 20, Dresser, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Timothy F. Baxter, 55, Shell Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Hannah J. Bearl, 19, Hudson, speeding in outlying district (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Matthew G. Blanton, 34, New Richmond, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Jon D. Boutain, 28, Centuria, possess any other non-narcotic controlled substance, $268.50; possession of drug paraphernalia (THC), $268.50.

Emily L. Brehm, 34, Somerset, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Alex L. Cain, 24, Amery, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $18.

Scout T. Calabria, 25, Centuria, non– registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Connor D. Christensen, 23, Minneapolis, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Christopher G. Collins, 51, Elk River, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), 4175.30.

Dennis P. Coppess, 50, Fridley, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $208.50.

Ashley L. Curry, 28, Coon Rapids, MN, operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50.

Kaylee E. Ekre, 24, Osceola, vent/ side window excessing tinting, $175.30.

Nicholas F. Franta, 49, Houlton, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Patrick S. Geraghty, 56, Balsam Lake, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Austin T. Goff, 19, Hudson, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Joshua L. Hanson, 39, Rice Lake, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Robert D. Helms, 52, Luck, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Richard J. Hohertz, 78, Minnetonka, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Christine L. Hudson, 45, Robbinsdale, MN, operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50.

Jennifer L. Jaehnke, 31, Waconia, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Donivan G. Kimmes, 78, Balsam Lake, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Sharon Klafke, 70, Turtle Lake, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Steven D. Lake, 27, Frederic, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Dennis R. Langer, 54, Ellsworth, riding on boat decks/gunwales, $175.30.

Aaron A. Larson, 59, Luck, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Judy J. Larson, 30, Milltown, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Randall S. Lehman, 50, Centuria, keep open intoxicants in MV-driver, $263.50; operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Merlyn E. Leslie Jr., 47, Clayton, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph),

$175.30.

Brianna Lockie, 27, Woodbury, MN, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Kellie A. Lund, 57, Birchwood, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Devin R. Moats, 39, Frederic, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Joseph A. Nance, 42, Prescott, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Jon O. Nelson, 45, St. Croix Falls, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50.

Chelsey A. Nichols, 23, Siren, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Samantha G. Opitz, 24, Luck, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Gregory L. Owen, 39, Wilson, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

David J. Peloquin, 36, Frederic, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Jason D. Plessel, 38, Grantsburg, burning of solid waste, $268.50.

William Rainey, 35, Clayton, possess drug paraphernalia (forfeiture), $250.90.

Larry A. Runningen, 62, Grand Marais, MN, violate regulations for unified carrier registration system, $200.50.

Rybak Companies, Inc., Columbus, MN, violate Class A hwy. weight limits, $1,408.67.

Shawn P. Salmon, 41, New Richmond, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Daniel T. Sampson, 38, Centuria, operating while suspended (cause death), $200.50.

Savannah J. Sande, 21, Centuria, op-

erate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50.

Paul H.G. Sargent, 18, Webster, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Mary A. Schmitt, 33, Luck, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Jesse J. Scribner, 18, hit and run – property adjacent to highway, $263.50; operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50.

Skogquist Trucking, Princeton, MN, violate Class A hwy. weight limits (2+), $1,027.50.

Jay S. Stackhouse, 59, Frederic, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Brandon L. Stencil, 23, Luck, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Collin J. Svoboda, 24, Luck, disorderly conduct, $263.50.

Michel C. Tigan, 37, Hudson, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Twilight Trucking and Dirt Work Inc., violate Class A hwy. weight limits, $697.38.

Jennifer C. Urciaga, 33, Chisago City, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Michael R. Vannelli, 50, Apple Valley, MN, jet ski – violate slow-no-wake requirement, $187.90.

Logan M. Vannelli, 17, Apple Valley, MN, jet ski – violate slow-no-wake requirement, $187.90.

Hunter C. Ward, 20, Frederic, fail to stop at stop sign, $175.30.

Amanda A. Warner, 31, Amery, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Donald L. Williams-Pryor, 34, Maple Grove, MN, operate without valid license (1st violation), $250.

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Reports in Support of Probable Cause Polk County Sheriff’s Department Monday, October 17th, 2016 Scott B. Bauer, 32, Amery was arrested on October 11 for probation hold.

Madeline E. Sanchez-Delgado, 26, Siren was arrested on October 12 for a failure-to-pay warrant.

Nichole M. Clobes, 31, St. Croix Falls was arrested on October 11 for probation hold.

Bernard J. Snider, 52, Cushing was arrested on October 12 for probation hold.

James L. Anderson, 40, Amery was arrested on October 13 for probation hold.

Kevin E. Gilbert, 47, Mahtomedi, Minn. was arrested on October 15 for Waushara County warrant.

Sterling D. Stark, 24, Osceola was arrested on October 16 for a municipal warrant.

James D. Janovec, 29, St. Croix Falls was arrested on October 10 for possession of schedule II narcotic (fentanyl) and possession of a schedule IV narcotic (clonazepam).

Leighton L. Erickson, 25, Turtle Lake was arrested on October 11 for theft.

Daniel C. Bush, 29, Osceola was arrested on October 11 for

bail jumping.

Joshua R. Bertrand, 29, Comstock was arrested on October 13 for manufacture of marijuana, possession of THC, possession of methamphetamine, and possession of paraphernalia.

Stephanie J. Athey, 29, Comstock was arrested on October 13 for manufacture of marijuana, possession of THC, possession of methamphetamine, and possession of paraphernalia.

John E. Riedel, 38, Clear Lake was arrested on October 13 for disorderly conduct and misdemeanor bail jumping.

Kathleen M. Cross, 50, Comstock was arrested on October 13 for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of marijuana.

Jennifer L. Plaski, 35, Amery was arrested on October 14 for disorderly conduct/domestic violence, theft, and damage to property.

Andrew J. Plessel, 20, Shafer, Minn. was arrested on October 14 for possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession with intent.

Jonathan D. Chandler, 22, North Branch, Minn. was arrested on October 14 for pos-

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session of drug paraphernalia, possession of THC, and possession with intent (THC).

Michel D. Comer, 27, Minneapolis, Minn. was arrested on October 15 for marijuana possession, exceeding speed zones, operating while revoked, and operating a vehicle without insurance.

Cody D. Jantz, 28, Dresser was arrested on October 15 for probation violation and resisting.

Edwin J. Dayton, 52, Amery was arrested on October 16 for police assault and disorderly conduct.

Daniel J. Kirk, 27, Osceola was arrested on October 16 for domestic disorderly conduct, disorderly conduct, and resisting an officer.

Joel C. Gray, 53, St. Croix Falls was arrested on October 10 for OWI 4th, Operating After Revocation, operating with a Prohibited Alcohol Content, and Failure to install Ignition Interlock Device.

Madeline J. Caroon, 57, Osceola was arrested on October 13 for OWI 1st.

10/07/2016 – 10/13/2016 10/07/16, 09:00AM, Community event Coffee with a Cop at Amery Chevrolet 10/07/16, 10:55AM, Juvenile Call 10/07/16, 03:05PM, Juvenile harassment 10/07/16, 04:58PM, Theft report 10/07/16, 05:07PM, Vandalism report 10/07/16, 09:50PM, Assist citizen 10/07/16, 11:18PM, Theft report 10/08/16, 09:22AM, Vehicle lockout 10/08/16, 10:50AM, Suspicious activity 10/08/16, 12:02PM, Vehicle lockout 10/08/16, 02:23PM, Disturbance 10/08/16, 08:16PM, Animal control call 10/08/16, 08:28PM, Assist other agency 10/08/16, 08:30PM, Assist business 10/09/16, 04:12AM, Assist EMS 10/09/16, 06:05AM, Suspicious activity 10/09/16, 09:30AM, Animal control call

10/09/16, 04:00PM, Assist citizen 10/09/16, 08:16PM, Mental health call 10/09/16, 10:50PM, Disturbance 10/10/16, 12:15AM, Assist other agency 10/10/16, 09:58AM, Juvenile call 10/10/16, 11:40AM, Motor vehicle accident in parking lot 10/10/16, 05:00PM, Motor vehicle accident 10/10/16, 09:55PM, Assist other agency 10/10/16, 10:46PM, Harassment call 10/11/16, 10:28AM, Juvenile call 10/11/16, 02:00PM, Assist other agency 10/12/16, 10:41PM, Assist citizen 10/13/16, 03:26AM, Assist other agency Arrests: 10/07/16, Tyler Kuettel, 18 of Amery. Possess Marijuana and Drug Paraphernalia 10/07/16, Juvenile, Amery. Possess Marijuana and Drug Paraphernalia

Amery and Clear Lake Municipal Court Activity Amery Area Municipal Court was held on Wednesday, Oct. 12. The following cases were heard: City of Amery— Thomas J. Anton, 55, Maplewood, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Nichole M. Bauer, 31, Clear Lake, outside consumption, $187.

Tracy S. Belisle, 41, Luck, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80; operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

17 year old, Amery, truancy, $67.30.

17 year old, Amery, truancy, $67.30.

17 year old, Amery, truancy, $67.30.

Matthew G. Cree, 17, Amery, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Mary L. Degraef, 49, Turtle Lake, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Linda L. Duncan, 66, Milltown, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Lucas J. Eggert, 36, Amery, operating after suspension, $124; improper registration of auto, $124.

Jorian K. Freiseis, 34, Dresser, display false vehicle registration plate, $187; non-registration of auto, $98.80; operate motor vehicle without insurance, $124; operate without valid license, $124.

Tyra L. Hoke, 20, Amery, disorderly conduct, $250.

Samuel F. Johnson, 26, Red

Wing, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Thomas H. Johnson, 40, Luck, operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Justin K. Luke, 29, Amery, possess, manufacture, deliver drug paraphernalia, $187.

Paul D. Mashak, 24, Almena, improper registration of auto, $98.80; operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

17 year old, Amery, possession of THC, $376.

Amberly E. Warner, 23, St. Anthony, MN, exceeding speed zones, $98.80.

Christine M. Wojcik, 61, Luck, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Village of Clear Lake— Joshua W. Brantner, 22, Birchwood, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Debra J. Bricco, 60, Bruce, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

K. Cree R. Cahill, 23, Spooner, exceeding speed zones (1115 mph), $98.80.

Jeremy A. Carlson, 32, Red Wing, MN, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Blake M. F louks, 17, Deer Park, display unauthorized vehicle registration plate, $161.80.

Ashley A. Franko, 24, Clayton, exceeding speed zones (1115 mph), $98.80.

William R. Fye, 58, Minong, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20.

Micaela A. Green, 19, New Richmond, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Christina M. Gunnerson, 27, Oak Park Heights, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Michael P. Hietpas, 21, Woodbury, MN, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20.

Steven P. Hinrichs, 54, Willernie, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Scott M. Jameson, 49, Hudson, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Dengke Hiang, 26, Bloomington, MN, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20.

Dain A. Johnson, 30, Eagan, MN, exceeding speed zones (25-29 mph), $174.40.

Timothy M. Johnson, 49, La Crosse, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Scott R. Kaufmann, 42, Rice Lake, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Brian T. Krueger, 31, St. Paul, MN, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20.

David P. Mc Cabe, 56, Eau Claire, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Derek J. Munkelwitz, 22, Clear Lake, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20.

Mary K. Nelson, 52, Rosemount, MN, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Bryan S. Papenkopf, 37, Prescott, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Tabitha N. Parker, 35, St. Paul, MN, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Melody A. Pennie, 27, Hopkins, MN, exceeding speed zones (25-29 mph), $174.40.

Joseph J Rueter, 36, St. Paul, MN, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

John R. Salisbury, 68, Terrell, TX, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Nicole A. Schneider, 46, Los Angeles, CA, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Cassandra M. Schultz, 16, Hudson, exceeding speed zones (25-29 mph), $174.40.

Wendy K. Schwartz, 42, Emerald, exceeding speed zones (amended to 11-15 mph), $218.50.

Laquandis M. Simmons, 19, St. Paul, MN, operate without valid license, $124.

Taylor R. Simons, 29, Minneapolis, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Riley J. Slater, 17, Houlton, exceeding speed zones (amended to 1-10 mph), $98.80.

Steven M. Spohn, 59, Rochester, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Richard A. Stebbins, 48, Stillwater, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Eva R. Villalobos, 36, Lakeville, MN, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20.

Eric K. Vilz, 23, Rice Lake, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Abby E. Wellens, 25, Turtle Lake, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20.

Michael A. Wschola, 26, Hudson, exceeding speed zones (1115 mph), $98.80.

Juveniles— 16 year old, Amery, truancy, $92.50.

16 year old, Amery, truancy, $92.50.

16 year old, Turtle Lake, 2 counts truancy, $92.50 each.

16 year old, Amery, 2 counts truancy, $92.50 each.

15 year old, Amery, disorderly conduct, $149.20.

16 year old, Amery, 2 counts truancy, $92.50 each.

13 year old, Amery, disorderly conduct, $250.

16 year old, Amery, 2 counts truancy, $92.50 each.

16 year old, Balsam Lake, truancy, $92.50.

13 year old, Ellsworth, disorderly conduct, $250.

A plea of Not Guilty was entered by the following people: William Gripp, junked vehicles and appliances.

Nicole Root, disorderly conduct.

Ashley Vold, disorderly conduct.

Amery juvenile, truancy (6 violations).

Amery juvenile, disorderly conduct.

Amery juvenile, truancy (5 violations).

Jeffrey Webb, OWI, PAC and speeding.

Benjamin Hines, speeding (15 mph over).

Makayla Madison, speeding (18 mph over).

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of area.

Largest unit in the new structure is a gymnasium 102x104 with a ticket entrance of 20x11. Included are a Vocational Ag shop and classroom, Home Economics department music room and a commercial room.

In addition to the new rooms, the small gym has been closed in and remodeled and an Industrial Arts department established.

High School Notes Harold Finnemore was elected yell-master by the students of the school who are now practicing yells. The girls are doing their share also.

Everyone who saw Brush, the magician, is highly pleased with him – all except Arthur Anderson who says he can’t remember putting those wienies in his pocket.

The work in the grades has been more or less seriously impaired there. Four of the rooms exceed the generally accepted average for most efficient work, that of 30, and three have each the extraordinary enrollments ranging from 4751. Under such conditions as these, the lack of individual attention makes efficient work almost an impossibility.

The High School enrollment is at present 92 with practically no absences. At present there are seven classes with membership of over 30 each; one of these has a membership of 40. In order that the growth of the school may be shown, the figures may be contrasted with those of three years ago when the total enrollment in the High School for the year was 63 and the largest class was 14.

90 Years Ago October 21, 1926 Rounsavell to Open Drug Store H. E. Rounsavell has leased the south store building in the Harkinson block and will open a high class, modern drug store there the first week in November.

Mr. Rounsavell has been in the twin cities a number of days the past week and has purchased some of the finest fixtures and equipment possible to obtain and informs the Free Press that nothing will be left undone to make this the finest store of its kind in northern Wisconsin.

Competent prescription men will be under contract and service at right prices will be the watchword. Everything carried in a high-class drug store will be stocked.

Child Badly Scalded The nine-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jas. McAloon suffered severe burns on both legs last Thursday when a kettle of hot water, which she was carrying was spilled on her.

Poison Sawdust Scattering sawdust from airplanes is the latest device in the war on mosquitoes.

The Unites States Marine Corps is trying the experiment. The sawdust is immersed in a weak solution of water and arsenic and is said not to be injurious to fish, birds and persons because of the dilution of the poison.

55 Years Ago October 19, 1961

Amery’s Main Street in the ‘50s Last week I ran a photo of main street as it looked in the ‘40s while they still had center parking. This photograph from the ‘50s looking north shows what a difference it made not having center parking and diagonal parking on the sides instead of parallel parking.

85 Years Ago October 22, 1931 Four Killed in Bank Robbery Three men held up the Kraft State Bank of Menomonie yesterday morning and escaped with $10,000 in cash and securities. They murdered one son of the bank president in the bank and another son, whom they kidnapped, just out of the city.

One of the robbers was killed just out of Menomonie and another by a sheriff’s posse in a running gunfight near Reeve.

This left only one of the robbers and he made good his escape just after the killing of his pal, whose body was dumped beside the road near where he was shot.

At Menomonie they sprayed the street with machine gun fire and literally shot up the town. The first bank official was shot because he told the hold-up men that there was no more money, and the other who was forced into the bandit car was deliberately murdered and the body thrown from the car.

75 Years Ago October 23, 1941 Infantile Paralysis Closes Schools The infantile paralysis outbreak that centered at Milltown last week and took the life of two children, has swept northward to Luck and Frederic, with two new cases reported in the latter village.

The grade and high school at Frederic are closed while authorities disinfect the buildings. Schools also were closed in Luck.

65 Years Ago October 18, 1951 Homecoming Dance Postponed – Parade Out The traditional dance will be lacking from this year’s homecoming activities, which are scheduled for this Friday evening, Oct. 19. It was announced today by LeRoy Leadholm, faculty advisor to the “A” club, which sponsors the event. Also

discarded was the parade, which has been directed by the Cultural Arts class for the past three years.

All the homecoming activities have been curtailed because of the lack of facilities.

The gymnasium, which has been the scene of the dance and much of the pre-parade float construction, is currently occupied by the elementary classes, which are awaiting the completion of the new addition to the school.

However, the dance will be held later in the year when the gymnasium is available with Ralph Kjeseth and Verna Rehm reigning over the affair. Arlen Ch r i st en s on and Ray Jones are the king’s Yesterday’s attendants.

The snake News dance and Diane Stangl huge pre-game pep fest are still included in the plans and will be held immediately preceding the game on the south end of Soldier’s Field.

“Next year will have to be our big homecoming date” D. K. Lien, supervising principal of the local schools commented. “It will also be the 50th anniversary of our high school,” he added.

Ventures into Field of Electricity Probably seeking further enlightenment along the lines of her daddy’s occupation as an employee of Wisconsin Hydro Electric, Ann Gehrman is recuperating these days from an experience that could have resulted in a much more serious misfortune.

It all began when Ann, fiveyear-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Marvin (Pete) Gehrman, became curious about an outlet in the wall alongside the bed she was lying down on, last Wednesday afternoon. Taking a bobby pin, she inserted it in both sides of the electrical circuit.

The resultant charge of current immediately made the pin white hot and she couldn’t dislodge it from her skin. She

finally shook it off on the bed, which then started to burn.

Her first reaction, strangely enough, was not of pain but of fright because the bed was on fire. She cried out for her mother who, fortunately, was in another room and came “on the double.”

Good fortune also smiled on the situation for Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Johnson were visiting there at the time and came running to help put out the fire while Mrs. Gehrman rushed the child to the doctor.

While Ann is suffering with some painful burned digits, she could have easily been killed from the electrical shock.

60 Years Ago October 18, 1956 Amery School to hold Open House Sunday afternoon, Oct. 21, an open house to dedicate the recent additions to Amery school facilities will be held in the new gymnasium.

This marks the first open house at the school plant since it entered into its building program some six years ago. Since that time over $425,000 has been expended for the grade and high school instructional plant.

In 1950, the elementary school was built and the original middle school building was demolished. This particular structure had been in use since 1890 although it had been condemned for a number of years.

In addition to constructing grade rooms, the north building was completely remodeled with a high school cafeteria being added. The north building was originally constructed in 1908.

During the past year, the largest of the two programs was launched when classrooms and a gymnasium were undertaken.

Total area contained in the recent edition is a little over 26,000 with a cost per square foot at $10.28. Completely equipped, however, the cost will be $11.28 per square foot

Owly’s Under Construction The latest building project in the city is a new café. The new structure owned by Mr. and Mrs. Al Hemauer will be located just north of the Brookview Motel in this city. When completed, it will serve about 100 persons per setting with completely modern, all stainless steel equipped kitchen.

Mrs. Hemauer has operated the Dairy Queen in Amery the past several summers.

40 Years Ago October 7, 1976 Haunted House in Amery Amery Jaycees this week reported that they have discovered that the community has the good fortune to have an actual “haunted house” within the city limits.

It is reported that a variety of unexplained sights and eerie sounds have been witnessed within the structure, particularly during the month of October. They anticipate that it will reach a climax the last three days.

Knowing that Halloween is a traditional time of some good natured fun with bizarre fantasies of the unreal, the Amery Jaycees have plans to open the building to public inspection at the end of October, “if the perils within can be limited to that of human tolerance.

Rescued From River Two Amery area men were treated for exposure at ARVM hospital after they were plucked from the Apple River about noon on Tuesday.

Art Phillipson, route 3, Amery, and L. E. Reimboldt, route 3, Amery, were apparently fishing in the river when their boat motor stopped. The boat capsized when they stood up to fix it.

Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Christenson arrived at their Apple River home about noon for lunch and heard the men calling for help.

Christenson and Bill Johnson rowed to the scene and rescued Reimboldt, who was nearly unconscious, but still clinging to a flotation boat cushion.

The rescuers took them to a dock and returned for Phillipson who was pulled behind the boat to shore.

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VOTER GUIDE: Two 75th Assembly candidates ask for your vote on November 8 FROM PAGE ONE

75th Assembly District Joe Huftel (Democrat, challenger) What abilities and experiences make you the best candidate to represent the people of the 75th Assembly District?

I am running for office because I believe that it shouldn’t be such a struggle for parents to provide for their children, further their own education, and have hope of realizing the American dream of owning a home and sending their kids to college.

There are stark differences between Romaine Quinn and myself. While his career experience is extremely limited, mine spans over three decades. I am proud of the time I spent as a highway department employee, as a teacher at the middle, high school and college level, and of my experience as a high school principal and college vice president.

As an educational administrator I have developed, balanced, and managed complex budHuftel gets since 1992. I understand how schools are funded and I have a historic perspective on how that funding has been shifted to local property taxpayers over the past thirty years.

In addition to my work as an education professional, I have worked on numerous public and private boards including the Rice Lake International Friendship Association, Rice Lake Curling Club Board, and the New Richmond Area Economic Development Committee. I also served as the board president for a consortium of three technical colleges which shared a large data center and a single instance of PeopleSoft enterprise resource planning platform. I am a former member of Kinship of Dunn County and the Rice Lake Lion’s Club. Currently, I am member of the Rice Lake Rotary Club and the BPOE Elks Lodge of Rice Lake.

I have experience managing complex projects and have worked with federal, state, and local government officials and other area organizations to assure as public servants we are prepared to meet the needs of the communities we serve.

I am an avid sportsman who understands how important protecting our clean air and water is to our state’s sporting and outdoor enthusiasts, to our overall quality of life, and to economic development and tourism.

I am not a career politician whose vote is beholden to wealthy, down state campaign contributors. As a state representative, I will work across the aisle to pass legislation and address the challenges that Wisconsin faces.

If elected to represent the 75th, what are two or three key policies you would pursue during your term and how would you go about it.

Education – rebuilding our public K through 12 schools must be a priority.

I will support a fair funding formula

which assures adequate state aid to our struggling local schools and ending the giveaways that send hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars to private schools.

My opponent and Governor Walker have prioritized tax breaks for wealthy campaign contributors over the best interests of Wisconsin’s children. My opponent supports taking over $750 million from local public schools to fund private, unaccountable, voucher schools. To appropriately fund our public schools we need to stop the stripping away hundreds of millions of dollars to the voucher school program. We also need to stop giving away millions of dollars in tax breaks to the wealthiest GOP campaign contributors and reinvest those savings into our public schools.

We could also find additional financial resources to invest in education if Governor Walker would simply take advantage of the Federal Medicaid

Local Control – I will work to reestablish the authority of local units of government and lakes associations to set zoning restrictions specific to the needs of landowners and the towns, villages and counties in which they live. I will work to reestablish the authority of the Department of Natural Resources to protect our clean air and water and keep Chronic Wasting Disease in check. I will support legislation that protects local control and requires any new state law or mandate to identify funding sources.

Government Reform - I will work to restore transparency to our state government and hold our elected officials accountable by allowing them to be investigated and prosecuted for corruption. I will work to reduce or eliminate the influence of big money in our state’s elections. In 2014, outside special interests invested a majority of the $173,000 my opponent spent to get elected. I will make campaign finance

Romaine Quinn and Joe Huftel are running to represent the 75th Assembly District, which includes parts of Clear Lake and points north and east. The 28th District will be represented by one of three candidates: Incumbent Adam Jarchow (R), challenger Jeff Peterson (D), or Veterans Party candidate Vincent Zilka. Their questions and responses were printed in the October 11 edition of the Amery Free Press.

expansion funding. By doing so, Wisconsin could create 16,500 good paying health care jobs while 80,000 more Wisconsinites could access health care at a savings of $300 million dollars in the next two years alone. Those savings could backfi ll the cuts made to our public schools.I believe economic development is driven by investing in the development of our world-class workforce. Employers relocate to Wisconsin, or stay here, based on availability of a well trained workforce. Cuts to our Wisconsin Technical College System and University of Wisconsin System are shortsighted and will ultimately diminish our economic recovery.

Protecting our Natural Resources/

reform a priority because government must work for all Wisconsinites, not just those who control power and buy influence. I will proudly be able to cast my vote and represent citizens of northwest Wisconsin who live and work here.

Romaine Quinn (Republican, incumbent) What abilities and experiences make you the best candidate to represent the people of the 75th Assembly District?

I am a life-long resident of the dis-

trict and have received nearly all of my education within Barron County. My career in public service began at the age of 18 when I was elected to serve on the Rice Lake City Council.

After serving for one year, I was elected as Mayor of Rice Lake. This experience provided me with the belief that you can truly make a difference for your community by advocating on behalf of area residents while serving them in public office. Following a brief break from public service, I was elected to the State Assembly. During the past Quinn two years serving as a citizen legislator I have gained invaluable insight and experience on how to get things done for the 75th Assembly District. This experience coupled with the understanding of what our communities need in order to thrive in northwest Wisconsin make me the ideal candidate to continue to make our priorities and values heard in Madison. I also have a seat on six committees and vice-chair two of them, which puts me in an ideal position to influence policy in Madison in the future.

If re-elected to represent the 75th, what are two or three key policies you would pursue during your term and how would you go about it?

I have spent my first year and a half in office building relationships in order to be an effective representative not only for my district, but also for rural Wisconsin as a whole. Under the leadership of my office, as well as the office of two other representatives, we have created the Rural Wisconsin Initiative. This initiative is a package of bills that seeks to address the issues of education, healthcare, workforce, and technology. The Rural Wisconsin Initiative is much more than just a package of bills, however. This initiative is a movement to unite rural legislators, Democrat and Republican, to come together and ensure that rural Wisconsin has a seat at the table in our state capitol.

Beyond the Rural Wisconsin Initiative, the school funding formula is a pressing issue for our area. School districts that are geographically large are penalized by our current funding mechanism. Not only that, we have unique costs that are associated with operating in rural Wisconsin, such as the high cost of transporting rural children as opposed to urban and suburban kids. Since taking office, I have been working with the Department of Public Instruction and other rural legislators to find solutions to this problem. Even though I voted to add more money to K-12 schools, many of our local schools still remain flat, or even received a cut. This is unacceptable.

And finally, the issue that we should be pursuing every session and not just over the next year or two, is to continue to find ways to help people find quality employment. The success of our community depends on our residents being able to find middle class jobs to support their families. I have voted and will continue to support legislation that attracts new businesses to our area, as well as helping our citizens get the necessary training to obtain a family supporting job.

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Local candidates answer questions at Milltown Library forum Milltown, Wis--Several dozen concerned voters packed the Milltown Public Library on October 11th for a candidate forum featuring District Attorney candidates Dan Steffen and Jeff Kemp, and County Clerk candidates Sharon Jorgenson and Mary Jo Hacker.

The event was sponsored by Friends of the Milltown Public Library, and moderated by Amery Free Press Editor, Jessica de la Cruz.

Some in attendance had familiarized themselves with previous responses as presented by The Amery Free Press in their October 4th issue. Others were new to the candidates. But a wide swath of topics were covered in just under two hours.

Highlights of the evening included all four candidates responding to their party affiliations, given the non-partisan nature of their would-be roles.

The consensus was that labels shouldn’t matter.

“They said you’ve got to run one way or the other. And I’m a little bit of both. I don’t think that this should come down to politics,” said Hacker. “Because it really doesn’t matter.

It’s all about doing the job and doing it well.”

For the District Attorney candidates, trial experience was a popular concern. Jeff Kemp pointed to four trials under his belt: three mental health commitments and one small claims.

“As a criminal defense attorney, typically going to trial is your last resort. You do your best to pick away at the state’s case, because facts are not on your side,” said Kemp. “We

have to be smarter, we have to know laws and find the gray areas. I can assure you that I certainly will be prepared.”

Dan Steffen disagreed with Kemp’s downplaying the need for experience, questioning, “To think that somehow you are ready with no criminal trial experience? I was an experienced municipal prosecutor when I ran. I had prosecuted for Baldwin…Woodville…Somerset…Amery…Hammond. I was prepared. I was experienced.

To come into this job without any trial experience puts out community at risk.”

Prospective DAs were also asked how they would continue the work of the restorative justice program in Polk County, an inclusive approach that focuses on a wide range of programming and rehabilitation rather than just punishment alone.

“I’ll certainly work with any of the programs that have already been implemented,” said Kemp. “My plan is to lead by example. I think it’s important that there is a connection between the community and the justice center. One of my goals is to be in the community and educate people so they know how things work, so they can be a part of this.”

In contrast, Steffen pointed to his ten-year history with the program. “We had no restorative justice program, no victim impact panels, no drug court,” he said. “And I did what I said I was going to do [in getting those things]. We just received a grant so we can hopefully expand those programs.

We’re looking at hiring a full

Legion flag goes ‘Missing in Action’

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

On September 29th, Walter Boerum went to do something he’s done many times before for the Amery American Legion. In honor of Israel’s Prime Minister Shimon Peres, Boerum would follow President Obama’s orders to lower all flags to half staff.

“We went over to lower the flag, and here someone had taken the POW MIA flag, and left the rope hanging,” says Boerum. “They didn’t even tie it back up.”

As Post Adjutant for Post 169, Boerum reported the theft to police and replaced the flag. But it didn’t help with the sting.

“It was a big disappoint for all of our vets. That flag represents our dead, people that we’ve left in North Korea and South Korea, and Vietnam, and everywhere else in the world that we’ve been.”

Boerum is sure that the missing flag was no accident. He isn’t asking for it back. But he does want to let everyone know that this happened, and that it was upsetting for a lot of reasons. Mainly, that a flag symbolizing the missing, was also taken, adding insult to injury.

If anyone has any information on the missing flag, they’re asked to contact the Amery Police Department.

And he adds, “Right now this country needs a big dose of patriotism, not the opposite.”

time coordinator.”

DA candidates were also asked about their management experience.

“Growing up on a farm gives a person a work ethic that I don’t think any other life can give you,” said Kemp. “It teaches you to work hard no matter what happens. I also was involved in the family business

person, and I’m a much better manager today.”

County Clerks were asked what they would change if elected, and both thought they would approach change cautiously.

“Typically it takes a while to get to know the job,” said Jorgenson. “And then you can figure out what you can make

Friends of the Milltown Public Library hosted a county candidate forum on October 11th, featuring DA and County Clerk candidates, and moderated

by Amery Free Press Editor, Jessica de la Cruz.

and wore a lot of different hats in that. A little bit of everything. And as a sole practitioner I’ve had to do the same thing. My management style is, I won’t say laid back, but I expect people to be professional.”

“Managing your family and managing your support person aren’t the same,” Steffen retorted. “We’ve got an office of 12, and they’re incredibly professional, and prepared and well trained. But that’s a lot of personalities to deal with, folks. And that’s not something that you just have naturally.

But most of all you’ve got to deal with the county, and that’s a lot of cooks in the kitchen.

Ten years ago I was a different

easier. Change isn’t always welcome.”

Hacker largely echoed those sentiments.

“I guess I wouldn’t change anything for the first year anyway, because I would be going through extensive training, and then you work with a mentor. But I do know that a change that does need to occur, and that is the manual receipting.

All of the licenses you get in that office you get a handwritten receipt. I would like to get a computer system in there that had it categorized right away, that would save everyone lots of time in balancing at the end of the day.”

Sensitive personal matters

also came to the table. Jeff Kemp responded to his disorderly conduct charge, and how it would impact his performance as district attorney.

“It won’t affect it at all. It was an unfortunate incident. And I made a bad decision which resulted in a young man getting his nose broken. I accepted responsibility for it, and accepted my punishment like an adult. I was 51 years old when this happened. At this pace, my next one is at 102. People that know me know that I’m very even tempered.”

Steffen was also given some time to comment on his OWI, and asked as a boss, how he would deal with an employee who drove a company car while intoxicated.

“I’ve apologized, and asked for forgiveness. And I hope that people have mercy. As far as how I would deal with an employee, I’ve dealt with officers who’ve had an OWI. You’ve got to look at the big picture, folks. I am not perfect. I am a flawed human. And if you expect perfection from your officials, you’re in trouble. I would bring them in, ask them what happened, what they’ve done to correct it. In my situation I pled guilty. This was my first offense, there won’t be a second.”

Interested in learning more about these candidates?

The St. Croix Valley Bar Association is hosting a live debate at Trollhaugen Event Center, Saturday, October 22nd at 11 a.m. The event will feature Polk County DA candidates Dan Steffen and Jeff Kemp.

Amery man tased after welfare check A welfare check conducted by the Polk County Sheriff’s Department Oct. 16 ended with the subject of call, Edwin Dayton, 52, of Amery under arrest.

According to police reports, a deputy was dispatched to a rural Clayton address Dayton to check on the welfare of Dayton. A second squad

was dispatched after Dayton allegedly assaulted the first deputy, punching the officer in the nose.

Dayton was tased so he could be handcuffed and placed in a squad car where he allegedly remained physically aggressive.

During the ride to the Polk County Jail, Dayton reportedly “made multiple threats to law enforcement and their families.”

Dayton also told the officer that when he was let out of jail that he was going to “make sure his wife

would not be able to call the police on anyone ever again.”

When asked what he meant by the statement, Dayton told the officer “let me out and you’ll see.”

The report states that Dayton intermittently bashed his head against the divider and the safety light in the car.

Dayton was charged with assaulting a police officer and disorderly conduct.

St. Croix Falls man charged with 4th OWI Joel Gray, 53, of St. Croix Falls was arrested Oct. 10 in Milltown after a police officer found Gray stopped in the road with his vehicle running.

According to the police report, Gray Gray told the officer that he had pulled over to send

a text. Two open cans of beer were observed by the officer in the center cup holder, as well as a strong odor of intoxicants. Gray told the officer that he “had a few drinks.”

After failing one of the field sobriety tests, Gray told the officer that he couldn’t do the next test, at which time he was arrested.

A check with dispatch revealed three prior OWIs, a revoked driver’s license and a required igni-

tion interlock device for his vehicle.

Gray’s preliminary breath test (PBT) was .22.

Gray was charged with open intoxicants, operating while under the influence, failure to install an ignition interlock device, driving on a revoked license and operating with prohibited blood alcohol content.

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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.

Friday: 8:45 a.m. M.O.P.S. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Wednesday, Oct. 19: 9 a.m. Bible Study; 6 p.m. Confirmation.

Saturday, Oct. 22: WELCA Apple River Leadership Training at Fristad.

Sunday, Oct. 23: 8:30 a.m. Sunday Youth Sessions; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:15 a.m. Holy Worship; 11:30 a.m.

Prayer Partner Event.

Tuesday, Oct. 25: 8:30 a.m. Quilting at Elim.

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

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

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

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

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

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

CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 19: 11:30 a.m. Family Table Meal; 3:30 p.m.

Homework & Hangout; 6 p.m. FUEL; 7 p.m. Choir Rehearsal.

Thursday, Oct. 20: 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. 21: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens.

Saturday, Oct. 22: 7:30 a.m. Church clean-up/fix-up day.

Sunday, Oct. 23: 8:30 a.m. L-4 Confirmation; 10 a.m. Worship; 11:15 a.m. Mission & Social Concerns meeting; 11:15 a.m.

New Member Informational Coffee; 11:15 a.m. Lefse making; 3 p.m. Family Fall Event - Hayride/Pumpkin Carving/Cookout.

Monday, Oct. 24: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 7 pm.

Boy Scouts.

Tuesday, Oct. 25: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 a.m.

Senior Dining Hall opens; 10:30 a.m. The Mission of Jesus Bible Study.

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. 19: 6 p.m. JAM Operation Christmas Child at Little Falls; 6 p.m. FUEL at Wapo.

Thursday, Oct. 20: 9 a.m. Quilting.

Saturday, Oct. 22: 8:30 a.m. Apple River W/ELCA Leadership Training at Fristad Lutheran.

Sunday, Oct. 23: 11 a.m. Worship.

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

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

EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 19: 6 p.m. FUEL at Camp Wapo.

Saturday, Oct. 22: 4 p.m. Marla’s benefit supper at Amery Community Center.

Sunday, Oct. 23: Bible Milestone; 9:30 a.m. Education; 10:30 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday, Oct. 25: 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. 19: 8:30 a.m. Stewardship; 6 p.m. FUEL; 7 p.m. Reburbishing Task Force.

Thursday, Oct. 20: 8 a.m. Bible Study at Ida’s; 8:30 a.m.

Quilters; 9:30 a.m. Ruth Circle, Kris Arneson hostess; 7 p.m.

Al Anon.

Friday, Oct. 21: 6-9 p.m. 9th grade Retreat.

Sunday, Oct. 23: Confirmation; 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m.

Sunday School, Choir.

Tuesday, Oct. 25: 6:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; 1:30 p.m. Handbells.

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 19: 6:15 p.m. 7th and 8th grade Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. 9th Grade Confirmation.

Thursday, Oct. 20: 7 p.m. Grief Group at Community Center.

Sunday, Oct. 23: 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. Fellowship; 3-7 p.m. Youth Event: Pumpkin Carving Contest.

Tuesday, Oct. 25: 9 a.m. Lefse making for Smorgasbord; 1 p.m. Prayer Shawl 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.

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

Reading the Scriptures With Humility “Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths.”

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aily reading of the Bible is a time-honored and valuable tool for spiritual growth. There are systematic ways to do this that involve reading the Bible from cover to cover over the course of a year (and reading just three chapters a day will get you through the Bible in one year). Alternatively, one can choose to read and study one topic or book of the Bible at a time, using study guides or commentaries. There is no single right way to read the Bible, and you will almost always find that you get something new out of each and every reading; the scriptures are an endless source of spiritual wisdom. In whatever fashion you read the scriptures, however, it is important to do so with humility, with an attitude of seeking versus knowing. We should seek God with a humble spirit, realizing that we are all in the position of children trying to find our way in the world. We are, as it were, lost in a strange world, and the Bible reminds us that our true home is elsewhere, and that if we can only follow God’s directions, we can find our way back home. – Christopher Simon

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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED 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. 19: 6 p.m. JAM Operation Christmas Child at Little Falls; 6 p.m. FUEL at Wapo.

Thursday, Oct. 20: 9 a.m. Women’s Bible Study.

Saturday, Oct. 22: 8:30 a.m. Apple River W/ELCA Leadership Training at Fristad Lutheran.

Sunday, Oct. 23: 8 a.m. Worship.

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

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

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

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

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

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

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

Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Prayer.

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

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

Wednesday Night Prayer.

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

OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 19: 12 p.m. Men’s Table Talk; 1:30 p.m.

Special Friend’s Communion; 6-8 p.m. FUEL at Camp Wapo; 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer; 6:15-7 p.m. 9th Grade Confirmation; 7 p.m. Sr. Choir.

Thursday, Oct. 20: 8:15 a.m. Weigh-In; 8:15 a.m. Amery Ministerial at Our Savior’s; 8:30 a.m. Bible Study.

Friday, Oct. 21: 3:30-5:30 p.m. Holy Bash; 6-8 p.m. Pick up Trick or Trot shirts pavilion.

Saturday, Oct. 22: 8 a.m. Trick or Trot; 7-10 p.m. AA Group meeting.

Sunday, Oct. 23: New Member Sunday; 9 a.m. Worship service w/Communion; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m.

Luther Movie.

Tuesday, Oct. 25: 1 p.m. Quilting; 6:30 p.m Council meeting.

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. 19: 5:30 p.m. Confirmation; 7:15 p.m.

Choir practice.

Sunday, Oct. 23: 9:30 a.m. Worship and Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Voter’s meeting/Rummage Sale setup; Potluck/ chicken furnished.

Monday, Oct. 24: Rummage Sale set-up 9 a.m.-?

Tuesday, Oct. 25: Rummage Sale set-up 9 a.m.-?.

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. 19, Staff meeting 10 a.m. Prayer Shawl Meeting, St. Joseph Choir practice 6:30 p.m.; Oct. 23-23 KC Lifesaver Handout Weekend.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 19: 7 p.m. Quarterly Voter’s meeting.

Thursday, Oct. 20: 7 p.m. Bible Study.

Friday, Oct. 21: 4:30-7:30 p.m. St. Paul’s Chili Supper.

Saturday, Oct. 22: LWML Fall Rally, Faith/Menomonie, 8:30 a.m. Registration.

Sunday, Oct. 23: 8 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship.

Tuesday, Oct. 25: No Bible study.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Friday, Oct. 21: 4:30-7:30 p.m. St. Paul’s Chili Supper.

Saturday, Oct. 22: LWML Fall Rally, Faith/Menomonie, 8:30 a.m. Registration.

Sunday, Oct. 23: 8:45 a.m. Sunday school; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:45 a.m. Confirmation.

Tuesday, Oct. 25: No 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. 19: 6 p.m. JAM Operation Christmas Child at Little Falls; 6 p.m. FUEL at Wapo.

Saturday, Oct. 22: 8:30 a.m. Apple River W/ELCA Leadership Training at Fristad Lutheran.

Sunday, Oct. 23: 9:30 a.m. Worship.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 19: 5:45 p.m. Youth Team Practice; 6:15 p.m. CREW (Youth Group); 6:30 p.m. Adult Small Groups.

Sunday, Oct. 23: 8:30-9:45 a.m. Sunday school, Confirmation, Youth; 9:30 a.m. Youth Worship Team practice; 10 a.m.

Worship service; Noon UCC Harvest Fest.

Tuesday, Oct. 25: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer; 1 p.m. Ridgeview Small Group.

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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 Wednesdays: 9 a.m. Men’s Work Group; 9 a.m. Quilters on the 3rd and 4th week; 6:15 p.m. Confirmation dinner followed by 7 p.m. Confirmation classes; 7 p.m. Youth group.

Sundays: 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Worship services; 9 a.m.

Coffee Fellowship; Holy Communion on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Sundays of the month.

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.

DEATH NOTICE Lydia Mary Bude, 89, Turtle Lake, formerly of Pepin, passed away on October 14. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements entrusted to Goodrich Funeral Home, Durand.

Russell Four Eagles to speak at Western Wisconsin Lyme Education & Support Group Thursday evening, October 27th at 7pm, Russell Four Eagles from the Wellness Center, Home of Original Medicine Work, Spooner WI, will be the guest speaker for the final meeting of this area's Lyme Support Group.

Russell Four Eagles grew up in Trego, Wi and as a young child was interested in their native american culture. More information can be found on his website: http://www.soaringeagleswellness.com.

This is a unique opportunity for individuals to learn yet another way of how Lyme disease can be treated.

Western Wisconsin Lyme Education and Support Group meets the 4th Thursday of each month, at 7pm, from April through October at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda St. Cty. Rd. "F", in Amery, WI You need not be a member to attend these meetings, and everyone is welcome!!

For more information, you may contact the following members: Paula, 715-268-2035, Bonnie at 715-268-9557 or Ann at 715-268-2856.

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James Martinson

Laurent H. van der Veken

James Martinson passed away on October 15, 2016 not long after being diagnosed with colon cancer, he was 83 years of age. James LaVerne Martinson was born in Wanderoos, Wisconsin on September 15, 1933 one of twelve children born to Arthur and Olga (Walby) Martinson. He grew up in Wanderoos and attended the Wanderoos School. He then worked on the family farm. In June of 1956 he joined the United States Army and was stationed in Germany. He served in the Army until 1958.

James met Audrey Ann Marie Granger at the wedding of his brother Chuck Martinson, and the two were wed on September 26, 1959. Together they had four sons. They made their home in Wanderoos where he worked at the lumber yard. He later went to work at UBC Lumber in New Richmond, retiring from there after 44 years.

In 1979 they built a home outside of Wanderoos. He and Audrey enjoyed camping up north any chance they got. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, dancing, and gardening. Both James and Audrey were avid Packer and Wisconsin Badger fans. He was an avid bowler and bowled for the Wanderoos Lumber team and later Osceola Lumber. James continued bowling even after they moved up north.

Once retired they moved up north to Webster and built a home next to the cabin they had used for years.

After Audrey’s death in 2007 James stayed busy with his gardening, canning and baking. He was always sharing his green beans, tomatoes, jelly, jam, cookies and his homemade apple pie. James enjoyed going ice fishing with his dog Skippy. They would sit out on the ice for hours in the Blazer. As his health declined James had to move to Amery Memory Care. His dog Skippy was adopted by a family from Rice Lake. Skippy passed away on October 14, the day before James.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Audrey; son Kevin; brothers, Arden, Virgil, Maynard and Eugene; sisters, Alma and Dora, and granddaughter-in-law Jamie Martinson.

He is survived by his sons, James Michael (Debbie) Martinson, Thomas Richard (Julie) Martinson and Michael Thomas (Julia) Martinson; brothers, Don (Ida) Martinson and Chuck (Doris) Martinson; sisters, Marlene (Bill) Libby, Marcella (Wendell) Viebrock, and Donna (Harry) Anderson; sister-in-law, Lou CosKANABEC COUNTY grove; ten grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Deronda Lutheran Church in rural Amery. Visitation will be held at the Williamson-White Funeral Home on Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. and for the hour prior to the service at the church.

Burial will be at the Amery Cemetery.

PINEbook CITY and view a video You may sign an online guest tribute at www.williamsonwhite.com.

The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services assisted the family.

Laurent H. van der Veken, age 86 of Clear Lake, WI, died on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at United Hospital in St. Paul, MN, after a battle with leukemia.

Laurent Hubert ven der Veken was born on April 14, 1930, in Curacao, Dutch West Indies the son of John and Laura (Erens) van der Veken. When he was seven years old, Laurent and his family immigrated to Valley Cottage, New York where he grew up and graduated from High School. He served in the US Army in 1948 to 1949 and as a translator in Germany from 1955 to 1958.

Laurent was married to Maria Erens on November 30, 1963 at St. Theresia’s Catholic Church in Maastricht, Netherlands. He attended Cornell University and received a bachelors degree of Science in Agricultural in 1966. Together they lived in New York, the Netherlands, Texas, Iowa, and Wisconsin and raised five children, Laura, Maria, John, Laurent, and Jozef. They moved to Clear Lake, WI in 1989 and owned and operated a dairy farmed there for many years. Although farming was his life, Laurent was also a devout Catholic, husband and father and was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church in Clear Lake, WI. He is preceded in death by his parents John and Laura; daughter Laura; and son Jozef van der Veken Survived by wife, Maria van der Veken of Clear Lake; sons, John (Heather) van der Veken of Sheboygan and Laurent (Shinta) van der Veken of Sheboygan; daughter, Maria (Lazaro Viera) van der Veken of Nokomis, IL; grandchildren, Jaqualien Rowald of Nokomis, IL, Caroline (Brett) Rowald-Wilkerson of Nokomis, IL, Gabriella Rowald of Chicago, IL, Theresa van der Veken of Sheboygan, Bridgett van der Veken of Sheboygan, Mary van der Veken of Sheboygan, Bernadette van der Veken of Sheboygan; brother, Joseph (Oti) van der Veken of Brooksville, FL; nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Mass of Christian Burial was at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Clear Lake with Fr. John Long officiating.

Music ws provided by Liz Monson and St. John’s Choir.

Casket Bearers were Pete Arcand, Kenneth Cress, Frank Friendshuh, Greg Friendshuh.

Interment was at the St. Charles Cemetery in Turtle Lake, WI with Military Honors.

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All proceeds will be given to the Amery Schools Backpack Program and Amery Area Food Pantry

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MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Tac Two ............................................. 54.0 Shoreview ..........................................47.5 Division 2 Dick’s Fresh Market ........................63.5 Amery True Value ...........................35.0 High games: Rod Gehrman 206, Todd Zemke 205.

High series: Todd Zemke 586, Gary Nottom 572.

TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Northwest Communications .......71.0 Club 53 ................................................53.0 Division 2 Chet Johnson Drug ..........................77.0 Waterside ......................................... 36.0 High games: Will Schaffer 234203, Gabe Brotzel 232-232-223, Bob Oulette 224, Scott Sorensen 223212-201, Randy Olson 202.

High series: Gabe Brotzel 687, Scott Sorensen 636, Will Schaffer 608.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Preferred Lawn................................ 57.0 Amery Fire Department ...............38.5 Division 2 Lamperts .......................................... 69.0 Club 53 ................................................62.5 High games: Jim Knutson 243, Justin Stalheim 237-213, Billy Vierkandt 222, Bruce Cockrell 219, Denis Carteron 203, Bryan Mullendore 202 High series: Justin Stailheim 611, Billy Vierkandt 586, Jim Knutson 569, Denis Carteron 564, Bruce Cockrell 550.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY NIGHT WOMEN Division 1 Club 53 ................................................74.0 Northwest Communications ......55.5 Chet’s ................................................. 48.5 Division 2 Amery Fire ........................................ 65.0 Amery Hospital & Clinic ................63.5 Bremer ................................................53.5 High games: Sid Jones 199, Linda Mullendore 190-160, Pam Humpal 187-169-151, Sherry Martin 173, Anne Wollan 170, Michelle Webb 159-151, Patty Talbot 156, Deb Vincelli 150.

High series: Pam Humpal 507, Linda Mullendore 492, Sid Jones 477, Lori Kopacz 429, Patty Talbot 427.

YOUTH LEAGUE High games: Jacob Bembenek 123, Charlie Flanum 121-124, Jake Mahoney 109-115-116, Ryan Karpenske 124-135-136, Alexa Dieckman 119-130.

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MONDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Countyline Dairy..............................34.0 Spare Time Bowl.............................25.0 Becker’s Truckin...............................23.0 Bye .........................................................4.0 Division 2 Bowlin Buddies.................................41.0 No Wicks Moravit ............................26.0 Austads Super Valu.........................14.0 Clear Lake Auto ................................13.0 High game: Brenda Levine 217, Debbie Anderson 210, Shannon Bents 195, Deanne Moravitz 190, Connie Graber 188, Polly Henke 181, Michelle Holister 178, Judy Ullom 176, Lori Larson 172, Katie Husnick 165..

High series: Brenda Levine 606, Judy Ullom 506, Shannon Bents 504, Deanne Moravitz 503, Debbie Anderson 494, Connie Graber 491, Lori Larson 487, Polly Henke 476, Amy Anderson 443, Geri Christensen 440.

SPARE TIME MEN’S Division 1 Spare Time...................................... 143.0 Anderson Storage ..........................95.5 Scheps Dairy .................................... 95.0 Hoff’s Construct ............................. 94.0 Division 2 Austad’s Super Valu.....................140.5 Floors & More ................................. 136.5 Perfect Image .................................135.5 7 Brother’s .......................................108.0 Division 3 Narrows Waterfront .....................122.5 Danca’s Kar Korral ..........................95.5 Sanmina ............................................87.0 Grosskreutz Crop............................66.0 Division 4 Busy B’s .............................................110.0 Lefty’s Hookers............................... 86.5 Hotel Bar & Grill .............................. 84.5 Elfers Resident................................80.0 High game: Wayne Ecklor 268, Mitch Dietrich 234, Paul Schumacher 234, Marc Johnson 230, Mike Davis 228, Mark Ullom 227, Rob Erickson 226, Oliver Baillargeon 226, Tom Roessler 226, Jeff Becker 224, Chris Harmon 223, Dallas Solfest 214, Chuck Bier 214, Larry Larson 212, John Anderson 212, Dave Anderson 210, Hjalmer Gerloff 210, Alex Dix 209, Dean Munkelwitz 207, Chris Fredericks 207, Jim Becker 206, Dan Welsher 206, Anthony Mizer 205, Scott Danca 204, Richie Timm Jr. 204, Korey Kirwan 204, Brandon Kahl 204 High series: Wayne Ecklor 751,

Rob Erickson 663, Tom Roessler 646, Oliver Baillargeon 635, Mike Davis 632, Chuck Bier 609, Chris Harmon 600, John Anderson 594, Dean Munkelwitz 593, Mitch Dietrich 590, Dallas Solfest 589, Larry Larson 588, Ryan Johnson 584, Paul Schumacher 583, Mark Ullom 579, Hjalmer Gerloff 578, Dan Welsher 576, Anthony Mizer 571, Scott Danca 570, Alex Dix 566, Jeff Becker 564, Gary Nottom 555, Larry Anderson 555, Gary Warner 549, Marc Johnson 541.

TUESDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Nordquist Trucking.........................26.0 Red Cedar Accounting ...................24.0 Range Fire Dept. .............................24.0 Sexy Mama’s ................................... 20.0 Division 2 Spare Time........................................32.0 The Dead End’s ............................... 30.0 Charlie’s Place ................................. 20.0 True Value.......................................... 16.0 High game: Mitzi Glasscock 236, Renee Glowe 216, Sherri Munkelwitz 214, Lori Larson 198, Laurel Cap 190, Linda Shafer 185, Barb Weiss 169, Cheryl Harshman 166, Beverly Hennessy 161, Heidi Van Heuklom 159.

High series: Renee Glowe 582, Lori Larson 549, Sherri Munkelwitz 517, Laurel Cap 512, Mitzi Glasscock 463, Linda Shafer 450, Barb Weiss 450, Cheryl Harshman 438, Heidi VanHeuklom 428, Joy Cap 423.

SENIOR’S Alley Kats............................................19.0 Kool Kats ............................................ 17.0 Old Kats............................................... 17.0 Handy Kats ........................................15.0 Bad Kats..............................................14.0 Tom Kats.............................................13.0 Top Kats ..............................................13.0 Leinie Kats..........................................12.0 High game, men: Hjalmer Gerloff 234, Davie Yeske 202, Harvey Becker 194, Jim Pickard 193, Jerry Bennett 171, Conrad Kellermann 171, Bud Merriman 169, Bill Gelting 155, Jerry Schmidt 154, Jim Buckman 142.

High game, women: Renee Glowe 191, Judy Benes 166, Sandy Berglund 143, Carol Hannula 139, Jinnie Lietzow 132.

High series, men: Hjalmer Gerloff 569, Jim Pickard 555, Davie Yeske 517, Bud Merriman 487, Harvey Becker 485, Jerry Benett 436, Conrad Kellermann 431, Bill Gelting 426, Jerry Schmidt 417, Merle Eder 390.

High series, women: Renee Glowe 501, Judy Benes 401, Carol Hannula 375, Sandy Berglund 373, Jinnie Lietzow 352.

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The Great Pumpkin Extravaganza See what local artists can do with our 1st Annual Pumpkin Challenge Extravaganza and help the community at the same time!

You may even get to take one home with you!

When? Friday, Oct. 28, 6-8:30 p.m.

Where? Amery Lien Elementary School What does it cost? Free will donation or a canned good Where for the profits go? All profits go to the Amery Area Food Pantry

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Building Commission Approves Projects Madison – The State of Wisconsin Building Commission approved several key projects across the state last week, including, but not limited to: •Renovation of the Towers Residence Hall at UW-Eau Claire; •Renovation of the Witte Residence Hall at UW-Madison; •The final phase of the Falcon Center for Health Education and Wellness project; and •Various maintenance and repair projects around the state, including three roofing projects at University of Wisconsin System buildings and one at Pattison State Park.

“The State Building Commission approved a number of important projects today, which will positively impact Wisconsin residents,” Governor Walker said.

“I would like to thank the members of the Building Commission for taking action on these projects to improve facilities throughout Wisconsin.”

The Building Commission is chaired by Governor Walker and made up of the following members: State Senator Terry Moulton; State Senator Jerry Petrowski; State Senator Janis Ringhand; State Representative Rob Swearingen; State Representative Mark Born; State Representative Robb Kahl; and Citizen member Bob Brandherm.

NOTICE TOWN OF BLACK BROOK TOWN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS’ THURSDAY OCTOBER 20, 2016 99 75th Street – C Clear Lake WI 54005

7:30 p.m. Work on 2017 Budget 8:00 p.m. Monthly Meeting Call meeting to Order; Proof of Meeting Notice; Approve Agenda; Approve Vouchers & Pay bills, Reading of reports; Public Comments; OLD BUSINESS: NEW BUSINESS: Eldon Sanders - Amery VFW Information/discussion regarding liquor licensing costs; Discussion/approval of Ad congratulating Amery Fire Dept on 125 years; Approval of Tammy Vukonich as election worker; Discussion/approval of increased wages for election workers for Presidential Election 11-8-16; Go into Closed Session pursuant to Wisconsin Stats. 19.85 to review wages of town employees; Reconvene into Open Session pursuant to Wisconsin Stats. 19.85(2) Adjourn to November 17, 2016 meeting.

Sally Pickard, Clerk This notice is for informational purposes only - final Agenda will be posted on the Town Hall door, NextGen Motors in Clear Lake and Countryside Store in Amery.

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Amery Board of Education October 24, 2016

A Regular Board Meeting of the Amery Board of Education is scheduled for Monday, October 24, 2016, at 7:00 PM in the Board Room at the Amery Intermediate School, located at 543 Minneapolis Avenue in Amery, Wisconsin. Business under review will include: -------------------------------------------------------I. Call to Order II. Spotlight on Education III. Consent Agenda Items A. Agenda B. Minutes C. Financial/Budget Reports D. Board Vouchers IV. Community Comments V. Administrative/Committee/Department Reports A. Summer School Report - Katie Johnson B. Administrator Reports C. Finance Committee Report - Board Members VI. Informational Items A. Student Travel Rotation - Shawn Doerfler B. Policies - First Reading VII. Action Items A. Fund 46 - Jim Kuchta B. Youth Options Request- Shawn Doerfler C. Europe Trip 2019 - Shawn Doerfler D. Tax and Revenue Anticipation Note Twila Sikkink VIII. Closed Session A. Personnel Action Items to be discussed in Closed Session B. Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data, of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility. In order to take Personnel Action pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85 (1)(c).

IX. Open Session A. The Board may take action on personnel items that were discussed in closed session.

X. Adjournment DALE JOHNSON Clerk, Amery Board of Education

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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the School District of Amery will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in public meetings. If you require an accommodation, please contact the District Office at (715) 268-9771 a minimum of 72 hours prior to the meeting.

The original agenda for this meeting was provided for publication more than one week prior to the meeting date. Due to this fact, the agenda published in the Amery Free Press may have been altered after publication. The final agenda is available on the District’s website: www. amerysd.k12.wi.us at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the meeting.

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BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY Krupa DENTAL ARTS, James Attorney-at-Law 307 S. Keller, Amery S.C. Family Dentistry Members American Dental Association

D. P. Doroff, D.D.S. J. J. Lampi, D.D.S. A. G. Ott, D.D.S. T. P. VanSomeren, D.D.S.

Monday-Thursday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Closed Fridays Other times by appointment Phone 715-268-8135

FAMILY DENTISTRY Rollyn P. Lee, D.D.S. Heather Marks, D.D.S.

1030 River Place Drive, Amery Ph. 715-268-2103

Christopherson Eye Clinic Vision Examination Contact Lenses

Provider for Medicare, Medicaid and most insurances

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BYRNES LAW OFFICE 123 Keller Ave. N, Amery, WI 54001 715-268-5000

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Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Whitley and Bergmanis FAMILY EYE Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Attorneys-at-Law CLINIC DON PAUL NOVITZKE JASON W. WHITLEY Dr. Daniel C. Satterlund

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OCTOBER 18, 2016

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THANK YOU

CARD OF THANKS

The family of Arild Matson would like to thank Pastor Tim Bjorge, the First Lutheran Church, Golden Age Manor and Williamson-White Funeral Home for their kindness and guidance at the recent lose of our Father and Husband.

We can’t possibly thank all the people who have touched our lives during these troubling times, but thank you all from the bottom of our hearts for your love and kindness.

Arild wanted to always be remembered, thankfully the wonderful military honors given him will continue to keep that promise. Thank you.

God Bless you all; Helen, Candy, her husband Tom and Bruce

Thank you to my family and friends for putting on such a lovely 90th Birthday party for me and thanks to all who attended and made it such a special day.

Ross Smith

THANK YOU

We would like to say thank you so much to everyone who helped make the Kelli Elmer Memorial Tournament a huge success this year.

Thank you to all of the Amery area businesses that contributed door prizes! Without you, there would be no drawings and that means less fun! Thank you also to the Wanderoos Community Club for all of their work and for the use of the park.

Thank you to all the teams, fans, and family and friends, because of you all, we are able to give to the Kelli Elmer Memorial scholarship again this year!

With appreciation— Tim and Terry Elmer

IN MEMORIAM In Memory of Walter Johnson Since Heaven has become your home - I sometimes feel I’m so alone, and though we now are far apart - you hold a big piece of my heart.

I never knew how much I’d grieve, when it was time for you to leave, or just how much my heart would ache from that one fragment you would take.

Sadly missed by his wife Hazel

POLK COUNTY OWNED REAL ESTATE FOR SALE SALE OF IN REM (TAX DEED) PROPERTIES (Wis. Stat. Section 75.69(3)

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Polk County will sell the following Real Properties by Public Auction to be held online at www.wisconsinsurplus.com, Auction #16722.

The Public Auction will begin on Monday, November 7, 2016 at 12:01am CST and end on Monday, November 21, 2016, starting at 10:00 am CST. All bids must be submitted through the auction site. No other bids will be accepted.

www.wisconsinsurplus.com is a public on-line bidding auction. The properties will be sold “As Is” to the highest bidder. Polk County makes no representation or guarantee with respect to the use or condition of the properties.

The public sale will be conducted by those terms of sale articulated on the online auction service. In the event the highest bidder fails to close the transaction within the days specified in the terms of sale, the County, pursuant to Section 75.69(1), may accept as the final bid the bid that is most advantageous to the County.

Dated October 5, 2016.

Amanda Nissen, Polk County Treasurer For Questions Contact Sally Spanel: 715-485-9208

Landowner Helpful Tip – Buckthorn Removal POLK COUNTY, WI – Buckthorn is an exotic, invasive plant that destroys healthy native forests and wildlife habitat.

Do you only have a few trees or acres of buckthorn? Fall is the time to identify and control this plant as it stays green into November. Here is a step-by-step plan to get rid of this problem plant.

If you only have a handful of plants, take care of them before they become a big problem: 1. If the plant is very small, pull the plant. Remove when the soil is moist and minimize soil disturbance, pushing the soil and plants back into place. Or, treat with Round-up or broadleaf herbicide in early spring or fall when native plants are not green.

2. For larger plants where there are only a few trees, cut and treat the stumps with Roundup or Garlon. If you don’t want to use herbicides, nail a tin can to the stump or cover the stump with a heavy-duty black bag and leave it for a year to prevent re-sprouting. The

can needs to go into the soil at least 1”.

3. If the plant has seeds, bag and dispose of seeds in the garbage to prevent future plants.

4. Annually look for newly germinated plants every spring and fall. The plants will green up first in the spring and stay green longer in the fall than our native trees.

If you have a lot of plants, break it down into smaller jobs to not be overwhelmed: 1. Target fruit-producing trees. This will reduce seeds and new plants added each year.

2. Start in areas with few plants and then move on to areas with more plants.

3. Revisit and control annually.

When you have a lot of plants and/or larger plants: 1. Buckthorn plants two inches in diameter or larger are best controlled by spraying the bark with herbicide containing triclopyr in the fall or early winter. Basal bark treat-

ment is generally better than cut stump treatment because you don’t have to cut and remove the stems.

2. Cutting only will produce more plants. Either: a. Treat the stump immediately after cutting (within 2 hours) with an herbicide containing triclopyr or glyphosate to prevent re-sprouting. Always follow label instructions for herbicides. b. Cut and herbicide the newly germinated plants in early spring when the native plants are not green yet.

This Landowner Helpful Tip is brought to you by the St. Croix – Red Cedar Cooperative Weed Management Area (SCRC CWMA). This is a group of landowners like you. For more information about the CWMA and invasive species, visit our website: http://scrcinvasives.org/.

Contact: Polk County Land and Water Resources Department 715-485-8699 lwrd@co.polk.wi.us

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You may be eligible for a Lifeline discount if you currently participate in a qualifying public assistance program or otherwise satisfy the federal income requirements. The Lifeline discount is limited to a single line of service per household. Eligible customers may apply the Lifeline discount to either one landline or one wireless number, but you cannot have the discount on both services. Other service providers may use terms other than “Lifeline” to describe the Lifeline discount. The Lifeline service may not be transferred to any other individual. Applicants must present documentation of household income or participation in qualifying programs. Consumers who willfully make false statements in order to obtain the benefit can be punished by fine or imprisonment, or may be barred from the program.

To receive further information about the Lifeline wireless services, call Verizon Wireless at 800-417-3849 or go to www.verizonwireless.com/ lifeline. Lifeline is only available in limited areas where Verizon Wireless has been designated to offer these programs. Requirements vary by state.

Toll included. Taxes, surcharges and fees, such as E911 and gross receipts charges, vary by market and could add between 6% and 44% to your bill; 88¢ Administrative/line/mo. is not tax, is not prorated & is subject to change. IMPORTANT CONSUMER INFORMATION: Subject to Month to Month Customer Agreement and Calling Plan. Offer not available in all areas. Other restrictions may apply. © 2016 Verizon Wireless.

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Federal grant will help State Patrol intensify its commercial motor vehicle safety enforcement To reduce large truck crashes, the Wisconsin State Patrol recently received nearly $400,000 in federal funding for high-visibility enforcement of speeding and other traffic safety laws in 28 counties where commercial motor vehicle serious injury and fatal crashes are the highest. Using federal funding, the State Patrol also will focus on the safety of trucks transporting frac sand from mines in 12 counties in central and northwest Wisconsin.

“The $399,257 in federal funding combined with a matching grant of $99,814 in state funding will allow the State Patrol to mobilize more inspectors and troopers for targeted enforcement on highways with extensive commercial motor vehicle traffic. The State

Patrol’s Air Support Unit pilots will fly missions to assist enforcement efforts by officers on the ground. Our officers will focus on speeding and other dangerous behaviors behind the wheel by both commercial motor vehicle and passenger vehicle drivers,” says Captain Brian Ausloos of the State Patrol Motor Carrier Enforcement Section. “We also will increase our efforts to inspect and weigh dump trucks transporting frac sands. Along with effective safety and weight enforcement, we will continue to educate trucking companies hauling frac sand on ways to improve safety.”

As part of its commercial motor vehicle safety initiatives, State Patrol inspectors will participate in Operation Safe Driver from October 16

to 22. Sponsored by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, the mission of Operation Safe Driver is to improve the behavior, habits and decision-making of commercial motor vehicle drivers and all other motorists on the road.

During last year’s Operation Safe Driver, the State Patrol conducted 1,061 inspections of large trucks that found 3,193 safety violations. A total of 198 vehicles and 83 drivers were placed out of service until the violations were corrected.

A WisDOT You Tube video (https://youtu.be/ RU7c2TBqkGY) shows State Patrol inspectors at work and explains the benefits to all motorists of commercial motor vehicle safety.

EPA earmarks funds for school bus upgrades mary, primary or secondary) to schools or homes Retrofit criteria: •Engine model years 1994-2006 •Not originally equipped with an oxidation catalyst or particulate filter •Covers installation of EPA-verified Diesel Oxidation Catalyst plus Closed Crankcase Ventilation and option of EPA-verified Fuel Operated Heater •Funded fully up to $4,000/bus or $6,000/bus with heater option Replacement criteria: •Old bus has engine model year 2006 or older •New bus must be equipped with a certified 2016 or newer model year engine (can operate on diesel, electric or alternative fuel) •New bus must be of same or smaller vehicle weight class and operate on similar route as the original bus •Old bus engine and chassis must be scrapped or rendered permanently disabled before reimbursement is made •Rebates range $15,000-$25,000 per bus depending on vehicle weight class (higher class=higher rebate) Complete guidelines, application, timelines and additional information are available at epa.gov/cleandiesel.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) now has $7 million available under their Diesel Emission Reduction Act program (DERA) for school bus replacement and retrofit rebates. The program is open for applications from 9/29/16 to 11/01/16. School districts that operate buses and private bus companies that are contracted with public school districts can apply directly with EPA for up to 10 buses per applicant for replacement and/or retrofit (if fleet consists of over 100 buses, two applications listing up to 10 different buses per application is allowed). Applicants will be randomly selected for awards with expected notification in December 2016.

Bus eligibility: •Operates on diesel fuel •Class 3-8 (>10,000 lbs Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) •Transports at least 10 students (preprimary, primary or secondary) to schools or homes •In operational order and operated a minimum of 10,000 miles in the last 12 months or three days/week during the current school year •New bus or retrofitted bus must be retained for at least three years after purchase/retrofit for continued transportation of at least 10 students (prepri-

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE VILLAGE OF CLEAR LAKE, WISCONSIN 2017 BUDGET

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That on November 1, 2016 at 7:00 P.M. at the Clear Lake Village (350 4th Avenue, Clear Lake, WI), the VilNOTICE OF PUBLICHall HEARING FOR THE VILLAGE OF CLEAR LAKE, WISCONSIN 2017 BUDGET lage Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for 2017.

The following is a summary of the proposed 2017 budget. A detailed NOTICE IS HEREBY on November 1, 2016 at 7:00 P.M. may at the Clear Village Hall (350 4that Avenue, account ofGIVEN, theThatproposed budget beLakeinspected the office of the Clear Lake, WI), the Village Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for 2017. The following is a Village Clerk-Treasurer. summary of the proposed 2017 budget. A detailed account of the proposed budget may be inspected at the office of the Village Clerk-Treasurer.

2016 Budget

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Expenditures: General Government Public Safety Public Works: Transportation Sanitation Health and Human Services Culture, Recreation and Education Conservation and Development Debt Service Transfers to Other Funds

Total Expenditures and Other Uses Revenues and Other Sources: Taxes: General Property Taxes Other Taxes Special Assessments Intergovernmental Licenses and Permits Fines, Forfeitures and Penalties Public Charges for Services Intergovernmental Charges for Services Miscellaneous Refund of Long-term Debt Advances\Fund Balances Total Revenues

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Village Tax Levy Village Tax Rate Village Assessed Value

$

147,949 359,104 226,100 35,000 1,153 90,902 3,270 201,460 7,500

$

1,069,238

$

1,072,437

$

355,995 52,661 3,263 408,724 7,240 8,100 16,500 86,000 2,775 127,981

$

365,995 49,540 5,181 412,595 8,425 10,050 16,305 86,000 1,730 116,616

$

1,069,239

$

1,072,437

$

Estimated Fund Balance 1/1/17

353,845

0.30%

Governmental Funds Combined

$

352,979

Total Revenues

1,072,437

$

39,100 95,000

87,307 $

0.30%

794,131

$

1,206,537

2016 Budget $355,995

$

2017 Budget 365,995

$6.985

$7.402

$50,967,303

$49,444,193

$

Total Expenditures

1,072,437

$

Estimated Fund Balance 12/31/17

353,845

Property Tax Contribution

$

365,995

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392,079

-

23,360

158,947

-

1,095,797 Amount Change $10,000 $0.417 ($1,523,110)

$

904,871

$

365,995

Percent Change 2.81% 5.98% -2.99%

Dated this October 14, 2016

COUNTRY

Serving Marine-on-St. Croix, Scandia, May Township

Total

142,182 315,032 223,995 33,000 1,185 86,787 3,820 255,736 7,500

PINE CITY

Village General Fund Special Revenue Fund: Fire Department Equipment Capital Projects Fund: Tax Incremental Districts

% Budget Change

2017 Budget

Albert Bannink - Village Clerk - Treasurer

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Welcome to Amery: A ‘Tree City’ USA! Students in the Amery Inquiring Minds (AIM) program helped plan an Arbor Day ceremony to help satisfy Amery’s ‘Tree City’ status on Saturday. AIM students read aloud a proclamation declaring Amery a ‘Tree City.’ DNR representative Don Kissinger was also in attendance to present the city with its own ‘Tree City’ signage and flag, accepted by city council member Dave Myers.

Kissinger also demonstrated tree planting, and helped the group plant a Linden tree in the school’s outdoor classroom with the assistance of AIM students and Amery royalty. An open house followed, where AIM students presented projects they had worked on and what they had learned about trees.

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Amery Fire & Rescue celebrates 125 years!

Community members helped Amery Fire celebrate their 125th anniversary during an open house held Saturday afternoon.

Those in attendance enjoyed food, cake, and demonstrations put on by Amery firefighters. Department members demonstrated the jaws of life, a smokehouse that teaches escape skills to children, a house fire simulation, using a fire extinguisher and more.

The School District of Amery extends a huge THANK YOU to our Community Like A Warrior partners!! The Like a Warrior campaign is a community-wide initiative meant to engage our community members, businesses, industry, students and school staff in proudly sharing what it means to BE, LIVE and ACT like an Amery Warrior.

Displaying Like a Warrior banners or window signs and/or wearing Like a Warrior shirts on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month enforces and shows a strong relationship between the Amery-area community and Amery Schools.

Most importantly, participating in the campaign shows our young Warriors that we all care about their successes and that we all are on their team!

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Olson wins one match at state tennis tournament

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The 2016 Amery girls’ tennis season ended with a third consecutive trip to the state tennis tournament for No. 1 singles player Kayla Olson, who made her previous two trips as a doubles player.

Olson confidently entered her first 2016 state tournament match against Maya Gaedtke of Antigo and picked up a 6-2, 6-0 victory. Despite excellent play in her second match, however, Olson lost 3-6, 3-6 to sixth-seeded Jessica Inman of Edgewood Sacred Hart, who went on to finish in sixth place. Olson completed her senior season with a 17-7 record.

“Kayla has excellent technique, footwork and skill,” said Amery Coach Tanya Julson. “She worked hard this year on her patience, consistency and focus. That part of the game is very different for a singles player. You don’t have a doubles partner to help you through the challenging moments. As a singles player you are out there all alone. Kayla had this mastered by the end of the season tournaments. Her ability to ‘stay in the moment’ mentally and make her opponent hit many shots raised the level of her play significantly. She easily made her way to the state tournament as a singles player.”

“She has been a strong player for 4 years both as a doubles and singles player,” Julson added. “Our team will look very different without her next year.

It is nice to have a strong player in the number one position. It is a tough spot to play in. She handled that position with ease and grace. Her leadership, skill, and talent will be greatly missed next year.”

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Olson returns a shot at the State Tennis Tournament.

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Olson puts away an overhead against Antigo.

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Warrior Soccer claims conference title, No. 1 seed

JOANN ERICKSON

Junior Ryan VanBlaricom (#8) goes up to head the ball. Alex Thomsen (#7) and Sabin Coy (#3) keep their eyes on the ball.

JOANN ERICKSON JOANN ERICKSON

Junior Tommy Oman settles the ball.

Left: Senior Captain Sabin Coy with the bicycle kick in front of the Spooner goal.

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Amery’ boys’ soccer team claimed a 3-0 win over Spooner on Oct. 13 to clinch a Middle Border Conference championship with a 7-1 record and an overall record of 13-2-2.

“Spooner was playing (its) last home game and came out playing like (its) hair was on fire,” said Amery Coach Flint Karis. “The Warrior squad was very flat in the first half.”

In the 7th minute, however, the Warriors broke the ice as Luis Rapalo headed in a cross from Alexis Castorena Gonsalez.

The score remained at 1-0 for the entire first half with Amery only getting two shots on goal in the half.

“We moved Sabin Coy from center back to outside midfield, and he pro-

vided the spark that the team needed in the second half with his speed on the flank,” Karis said. “The Warriors completely dominated the second half but still had trouble finding the back of the net.”

Dalton Gilbertson scored back-toback goals 17 seconds apart from each other in the 62nd minute to push the lead to 3-0. His goals were assisted by Coy and Rapalo.

Amery had a total of 35 shots with most of them coming in the second half. Seventeen of those shots were on net with several hitting the cross bar.

Spooner was held to zero shots.

The Warriors’ corner kicks outnumbered Spooner’s 9-1.

The young Warrior squad earned the No. 1 seed for Division 3 playoffs and plays the winner of Osceola and Spooner on Thursday.

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Warriors show improvement in loss to Baldwin-Woodville

WIAA 2016 Girls Volleyball Tournament ­ D Sectional 1

Regional

Tue, Oct 18 7:00 PM

Thu, Oct 20 7:00 PM

#5 South Shore

@Bayfield

#4 Bayfield

#6 Hurley

@Mercer

#7 Solon Springs

Amery’s volleyball team claimed one of four games played against Baldwin-Woodville on Oct. 11. The Warriors won the first game 25-19, but dropped the next three 23-25, 16-25 and 22-25.

Amery jumped out to a 6-1

Sat, Oct 29 7:00 PM

TBD

DIVISION 4

WIAA STATE TOUR Friday, November 4 Sectional #1 vs. #4

@Drummond

#2 Mellen

Coach

#1 Birchwood 21-20 lead before giving up the two-point loss. @Birchwood The Blackhawks built an #8 Winter 11-point lead twice in game three on their way to a 25-16 #5 Northwood win.

Amery never led in @Butternut game four but stayed within five #4 Butternut points the entire game.

“The girls played well in #3 Siren a tough gym,” said Amery

TBD

NORTHWOOD

@Mellen

The team celebrates their win in game one of the match.

lead in the first game, and slowly built it up to 20-9. After Baldwin-Woodville rallied back to within three points, 22-19, the Warriors put the game away with two of its last three points coming by kills.

B-W built as large as a 1610 lead in game two, but had Amery tied the score three times after that and claimed a

#1 Mercer

#3 Drummond

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Thu, Oct 27 7:00 PM

Keeley Brown sets the ball for Madelyn Granica and Abby Schmidt.

Sectional

Sat, Oct 22 7:00 PM

blocks. Abby Schmidt contributed nine kills and two service aces. Keeley Brown added 33 assists and three aces.

pitched Ashley VanSomeren

in 4 kills and three in-play block touches. Ella Schmidt tallied four kills and 1 solo block kill, as well as two aces.

Lisa Markee. “We improved on some of the skills

we have been working on and will use the experiences from

Baldwin and throughout the

TBD

season to prepare us for Re gionals.”

Madelyn Granica picked

up a team-high 11 kills for

TBD 1 the Warriors along with

solo block kill and six in-play

@Siren

#6 Frederic

TBD

[Last Updated: 10­17­2016 ­ 10:50AM] #7 Lac Courte Oreilles

[Last Updated: 10­17­2016 ­ 10:50AM]

Amery volleyball bracket Clear Lake, Clayton volleyball bracket WIAA 2016 Girls Volleyball Tournament ­ Division 2 WIAA 2016 Girls Volleyball Tournament ­ Division 2

Tue, Oct 18 Tue, Oct 18 7:00 PM 7:00 PM

Regional Regional

Thu, Oct 20 Thu, Oct 20 7:00 PM

7:00 PM

Sat, Oct 22 Sat, Oct 22 7:00 PM

7:00 PM

Sectional Sectional

#5 Ashland #5 Ashland

@Hayward @Hayward

#4 Hayward #4 Hayward #3 Barron #3 Barron

#7 Northwestern

#7 Northwestern

@Rice Lake @Rice Lake #2 Rice Lake

#2 Rice Lake

#1 Osceola

@Osceola

TBD

TBD

#5 Ellsworth

#4 St. Croix Central @St. Croix Central

#4 St. Croix Central #3 Prescott

#6 Somerset #7 Baldwin­Woodville @Bloomer

#7 Baldwin­Woodville #2 Bloomer @Bloomer

#2 Bloomer

@Altoona

TBD

HAYWARD

HAYWARD

TBD

DIVISION 2

WIAA STATE TOURNAMENT

WIAA STATE TOURNAMENT Friday, November 4 ­ Semifinal

#5 Elmwood Friday, November 4 ­ Semifinal Sectional #1 vs. #4 4 p.m. #5 Ashland

Sectional #1 vs. #4 4 p.m. @Clear Lake @Hayward

#4 Clear Lake #4 Hayward

#3 Luck

#3 Barron

#6 Prairie Farm

#7 Plum City

#7 Northwestern

@Turtle Lake

#5 Lake Holcombe

#5 Ellsworth

@Gilman

TBD

#1 West Salem

Sectional Champion

@Bruce

#7 Cornell #6 Somerset

Regional Sectional

7:00 PM 7:00 PM

@Clayton

@Osceola

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD TBD

TBD

TBD

Plymouth

#1 Altoona

TBD

TBD

@Eau Claire Immanuel Luth.

#7 Baldwin­Woodville

#2 Eau Claire Immanuel

Luth.

Sectional Champion @Bloomer

#2 Bloomer

Sectional Champion

WHITNALL

TBD

#8 Kewaskum

DIVISIO

WIAA STATE TO

#5 Sheboygan Falls

Friday, November #5 Sheboygan Falls Sectional #1 vs. @Campbellsport

@Campbellsport

#4 Campbellsport

#4 Campbellsport

#3 Grafton

#3 Grafton

@Grafton

TBD

#7 Lomira

@Plymouth #2 Plymouth

#2 Plymouth

#4 Milwaukee School of @Milwaukee School of Languages

Languages

#4 Milwaukee School of

Languages

#3 Milwaukee Lutheran

#5 Brown Deer

@University School

@Milwaukee School of #5 Brown Deer

Languages

@Plymouth

Clear Lake

@Milwaukee Lutheran

@Milwaukee Lutheran

#7 Milwaukee Samuel #6 Messmer Morse.Marshall

TBD

@Port Washington

#7 Milwaukee Samuel

TBD

@Grafton

#6 Mayville

#6 Mayville

#7 Lomira

@University School

TBD TBD

#1 University

School

TBD

TBD

@Kettle Moraine Luth.

#8 Kewaskum

#1 University

HAYWARD

School

TBD

HAYWARD @Kettle Moraine Luth.

@Altoona

#1 Kettle Moraine Luth.

7:00 PM

7:00 PM

#1 Kettle Moraine Luth.

#3 Prescott #6 Flambeau

Sectional Champion

Rice Lake

#3 Bruce #4 St. Croix Central

7:00 PM 7:00 PM

#1 Clayton #1 Osceola

@St. Croix Central

7:00 PM

7:00 PM

#2 Rice Lake

Plymouth #1 McDonell Central

#4 Gilman

#8 New Auburn

Regional

@Rice Lake #2 Turtle Lake

@McDonell Central

TBD

#6 Amery

@Prescott TBD

DIVISION 2

TBD

@Altoona

@Prescott

#1 Altoona

@Prescott

#5 Ellsworth

#3 Prescott #6 Somerset

Thu, Oct 27 Sat, Oct 22 Thu, Oct 20 Thu, Oct 27 Sat, Oct 22 Thu, Oct 20 Tue, Oct 18 Thu, Oct 20 Sat, Oct 22 Thu, Oct 27 Tue, Oct 18 Sat, Oct 29

Sectional Champion

7:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM

@Luck

#1 Altoona

@St. Croix Central

7:00 PM

#2 Webster Sat, Oct 29 Sat, Oct 29 Tue, Oct 18 7:00 PM 7:00 PM

7:00 PM

Regional

@Barron

Sat, Oct 29 Sat, Oct 29 7:00 PM

Sectional 4

Sectional 4 Sectional 1

Sectional Sectional

@Barron

#6 Amery

7:00 PM

@Barron

#6 Amery

Thu, Oct 27 Thu, Oct 27 7:00 PM

#1 Osceola

@Osceola

@Webster

Sectional 1

Sectional 1

WIAA 2016 Girls Volleyball Tournament ­

#1 Catholic

Memorial

#3 Milwaukee Lutheran

#6 Messmer

Morse.Marshall

#2 Port Washington

@Port Washington

#2 Port Washington

Sectional Champion

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Amery players looking to make a score off of a corner kick. Mason Bosley (#12), Dylan Eiynck (#9) and Griffin Bryan (#20) JOANN ERICKSON

Junior Chris McLeod on defense.

Soccer shuts out Medford on Senior Night

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

JOANN ERICKSON

Sophomore Alexis Castorena works to gain control of the ball.

A key 3-0 win over Medford on Oct. 11 played a big role in earning Amery’s boys’ soccer team a high regional playoff seed.

“Execution on the scoring plays was excellent with great passing and teamwork setting up the goal scoring opportunities,” Amery Coach Flint Karis said.

Ryan Van Blaricom scored in the 13th minute on a cross by Alexis Castorena Gonsalez. Mason Bosley headed in the second goal with an assist from Dylan Eiynck in the 28th minute.

The third Warrior goal in the third minute of second half on a

header by Dylan Eiynck. Bosley returned the assist favor.

“The teamwork all over the field by the Warriors was exceptional once again,” Karis said. “Medford was the bigger team with more seniors, but the young Warriors played great defense and moved the ball well.”

Just four of the Warriors 13 shots were on target and three found the inside of the net.

“Many shots were just barely high or wide due to great defensive pressure by Medford,” Karis said.

Medford had 6 shots on goal, and Amery goalkeeper Cole Jakupciak made all 6 saves for his second clean sheet in a row.

“Medford’s senior forward Osy Ekwume came as good as advertised,” Karis said. “An extremely fast and skillful player who is good at creating his own shots.

Center backs Sabin Coy and Alex Thomsen did a great job of marking him and limiting his opportunities.”

Medford’s corner kicks outnumbered those by Amery, 6-4, in Amery’s regular season home finale at which the following Amery seniors were recognized: Craig Richter (sweeper), Sabin Coy (center back), Cole Jakupciak (goalkeeper), Dalton Gilbertson (outside midfielder), Griffin Bryan (forward), and Dalton Rademaker (midfielder).

This week’s sports Amery Cross Country Oct. 21 WIAA Sectional @Rice Lake

Amery Football Oct. 21 @ Gale-Ettrick-Trempealeau

Amery Soccer Oct. 20 WIAA Regional at Amery Oct. 22 WIAA Regional TBD

Amery Volleyball Oct. 18 WIAA Regional @ Barron Oct. 20 WIAA Regional TBD Oct. 22 WIAA Regional TBD

Clayton Volleyball JAY MONSON

All Conference honors Members of the Amery Cross Country team were named to the Middle Border Conference Squad. From left: First team All Conference Lydia Monson, Second team All Conference Elias Parish, First team All Conference Jude Ingham and Second team All Conference Ryan Heiss

Oct. 20 WIAA Regional @ Clayton Oct. 20 WIAA Regional TBD Oct. 22 WIAA Regional TBD

Clear Lake Football Oct. 21 @ Pepin/Alma

Clear Lake Volleyball Oct. 18 WIAA Regional vs. Elmwood Oct. 20 WIAA Regional TBD Oct. 22 WIAA Regional TBD

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Tigers maul Warriors in last game of regular season

BRETT HART|AMERY FREE PRESS

Amery’s Brett Forrest attempts to pick up a pass reception in double coverage against New Richmond on Friday, only to have the pass intercepted.

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

It was a tough senior night for the Amery Warrior Football team on Friday as the New Richmond Tiger pounced all over the Warriors for a 48-0 victory in Amery. The Tigers

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Zach Swenson (55) and Brett Swanson (59) brink down New Richmond’s Mikah Kier in the first quarter.

scored five touchdowns in the first quarter alone and completed the scoring with two more second quarter touchdowns.

New Richmond running back Sam Altena was the major source of Amery’s defensive woes as he ran for 232

yards and 5 touchdowns.

Amery ran just 39 offensive plays for 94 yards on the night with Shawn Waalen picking up the majority of the yardage. Waalen carried the ball 9 times for 42 yards. Lane Christensen completed 6 of 13 passes for 26 yards while Conner En-

gebretson completed three of six passes for 18 yards. On the receiving end of those passes were Connor McBrayer (4 receptions, 20 yards), Hunter Kuhn (2 receptions, 18 yards), Lance Waalen (two receptions, 6 yards) and Tyler Reichert (1 reception, 0 yards).

Defensively, the Warriors were led by McBrayer and Duane Stine with seven tackles each. Genesis Gustafson forced one fumble.

Amery Golfers finish season 7th at Sectionals

DARCY LORSUNG

Amery’s team that played in the sectionals. From left to right: Annie Lorsung Holly Brickel Molly Vincent Syvie Johnson and Ali Hoyer

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

“We had unbelievable weather and it proved to be just what the Warrior girls needed to perform well shooting their way to a 416, by far our personal best for the sea-

son,” Amery girls golf coach Darcy Lorsung said following her team’s 2016 Sectional tournament performance.

Three Warriors finished with personal bests – senior Molly Vincent (104), junior Ali Hoyer (106) and senior Holley Brickel (108). In front of

the pack of personal best performers was seas tam leader, junior Annie Lorsung, who again led the way with a 14th place overall score of 104. Sylvie Johnson finished the day with a 124.

“Entering the sectionals, we were not expected to move

DARCY LORSUNG

Syvie Johnson putts on the fringe on hole seven.

on to the state but shot well enough to take 7th place,” Coach Lorsung said.

Medalist honors went to Lauren Tremblay of Hayward with a 79. Hope Tiffany was the lone MBC golfer to qualifier for the State event shooting an 88 for the day.

Team Scores Hayward 335, Spooner 349, Northwestern 391, Baldwin-Woodville 392, Ellsworth 395, Ladysmith 399, Amery 433, Osceola 457

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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile or kind word, a listening ear, an honest Carolyn Lumsden compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the poten715-483-9738 tial to turn a life around. (Leo Buscaglia) Correction for the Raw Apple Cake: add 2 eggs to the creamed mixture of sugars and shortening.

This zucchini recipe will be a popular one for many to make over and over with the plenteous zucchini from gardens or farm markets.

ITALIAN ZUCCHINI PIE Place in an ungreased 10” glass pie plate or 11” quiche pan or an 8x12” glass baking dish: 1 can (8 oz.) refrigerated crescent dinner rolls, separating dough into 8 triangles, pressing over bottom and up sides of the pan to form a crust, pressing firmly to seal the seams.

Spread over the dough crust: 2 tsp. yellow mustard In 12” skillet, melt over medium-high heat: 2 T. butter Add and cook 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender: 4 c. thinly sliced zucchini 1 c. chopped onions (or amount you want) Stir in: 2 T. dried parsley flakes 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper 1/4 tsp. garlic powder 1/4 tsp. dried basil leaves 1/4 tsp. dried oregano leaves In large bowl, mix together: 2 eggs, well beaten 2 c. shredded Mozzarella cheese (8 oz.)

Stir in the zucchini mixture.

Pour the mixture onto the dough crust.

Bake at 375° for about 20 minutes or until knife inserted near the center comes out clean. If crust is browning too quickly, cover with foil to prevent excessive browning. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Serves 4-6.

This makes a nice-tasting peach slab pie. It uses frozen sliced peaches so it can be made anytime.

PEACH SLAB PIE You will need a double crust, yours or store bought.

Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface. If using a refrigerated pie crust, you will need 1 box or package.

Soften as directed on package.

Roll dough to 12x17” rectangle. Put the crust into a 10x15” baking pan, pressing into corners and folding up the sides of the pan. Crimp edges or fold down if needed on sides of the pan.

In large bowl, mix together: 3/4 c. brown sugar 1/4 c. cornstarch 2 T. lemon juice Stir in and coat: 9 c. frozen sliced peaches (four 10 oz. bags), thawed and drained Spoon mixture onto the crust.

Sprinkle on top: 1/2 pkg. refrigerated sugar cookie dough, crumbled and sprinkled evenly over the peaches Bake at 375° for about 60 minutes or until crust is golden and filling is bubbling. Cool on wire rack for 45 minutes before cutting. Cut into squares to serve.

Add a dollop of whipped cream/topping or scoop of ice cream, if desired. Hint: Bake the rest of the cookie dough or cover well, refrigerate and bake later.

Make this in your slow cooker for a tasty meal when you’re ready.

SLOW-COOKER BEEF STROGANOFF Sauté: 1 onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced Put into slow cooker and add: 10 oz. fresh mushrooms, your choice 3/4 c. beef broth 2 tsp. paprika 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces Cover with lid and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or HIGH for 5 hours.

Mix and stir ingredients into slow cooker until well blended: 1 c. sour cream

If you like oatmeal cookies, this may be a recipe to try.

Make the cookies ahead, chill or freeze and bake later or you can bake them after mixing them also. This is a chewy-type cookie.

OATMEAL CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES Cream together for 4 minutes: 1 large egg 1/2 c. softened butter 1/2 c. brown sugar 1/4 c. granulated sugar 1 tsp. vanilla Combine and add, beating 1 minute: 3/4 c. sugar 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. soda pinch of salt Add and combine: 1-1/2 c. old-fashioned oats 1 c. chocolate chips Make golf-ball size balls. Cover and chill or freeze for several hours or overnight. Bake cookies at 350° for 11-12 minutes on parchment lined baking sheets until set. Cookies firm-up as they cool. Leave cookies on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then remove to wire racks to cool. Hint: If you prefer, use raisins instead of the choc. chips.

1 T Grey Poupon Dijon Mustard 2 T. flour Cook, covered, on Low 15 minutes.

Meanwhile cook as directed on package, omitting the salt: 1 pkg. (16 oz.) egg noodles, uncooked Put mixture into a larger bowl, add the cooked egg noodles and mix lightly. Sprinkle with 2 T. chopped fresh parsley. Serves 6-8. Hints: You could use lean ground beef/venison. You can add the uncooked noodles to the meat mixture and cook, on LOW, for about 20 minutes or until done, if you want.

Make these mammoth muffins that taste a lot like a famous chain restaurant. Makes 12 mammoth muffins.

COPYCAT MAMMOTH BLUEBERRY MUFFINS Combine in large bowl: 1-1/8 c. plus 1 tsp. sugar 2-1/2 c. flour 2-1/2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt Whisk together in another bowl: 2 large eggs 4 T. melted butter 1/2 c. veg. oil Add and whisk in: 1 c. buttermilk 1-1/2 tsp. vanilla Fold this mixture into the flour mixture.

Fold in: 2 c. blueberries, fresh or frozen Divide mixture into 12 sprayed/lined mammoth muffin cups.

Combine some sugar and lemon zest together and sprinkle on top of each muffin. Bake at 425° for 17-19 minutes or until done. Rotate the muffin pan about halfway during the baking time. Let sit in muffin pans for 10 minutes, then remove to wire rack. Serve warm or room temp. Makes 12.

Tip: When using pasta, cook one minute less than package instructions, then add to the sauce and cook until done. Pasta will absorb the sauce and will taste even better.

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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 10 am Book Club, 12:30 pm Bridge, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 3-5:30 pm Amery Farmers Market in Soo Line Park (Santa will stop by for a visit)

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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 9 am Mah Jong, 6 pm Lee Elmer Music Night, 8 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 4 pm HS Cross Country, WIAA Sectional at UW-Barron County Campus 4:30-7:30 pm Chili and Pie Supper at St. Paul Lutheran church in Deer Park

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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot, 6 pm Duplicate Bridge, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 11 am-5 pm Fall Rummage Sale at Redeemer Lutheran 5 pm Amery Area Historical Society meets in the lower level of the Amery Public Library 6:30 pm Bingo at the Amery VFW 7 pm Lyme Support Group meets at Our Savior’s Lutheran church

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 9:30 am Polish Poker, 8 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 9 am-4 pm Fall Rummage Sale at Redeemer Lutheran church

9 am Trick-Or-Trot at North Park 9-4 Harvest Festival at Living Word Chapel in Forest 10 am Halloween Storytime, Parade at Amery Library 6-8 pm Amery Woman’s Club Wicked Wines, Spirits & Spooks at the Amery Golf Course 7:30 pm “A Gala Preview Concert” featuring upcoming performance season at the Northern Lakes Center for the Arts

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SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS AMERY SCHOOLS Thursday, Oct. 20— Lien Elementary lunch: Hot ham & cheese, pasta salad, garden bar.

Intermediate and Middle school lunch: Hot ham & cheese or chicken tender wrap, pasta salad, garden bar.

High school lunch: Hot ham & cheese or chicken tender wrap, pasta salad, garden bar.

Friday, Oct. 21— Lien Elementary lunch: Pizza dippers w/marinara, mixed vegetables, garden bar.

Intermediate and Middle school lunch: Pizza dippers or hot beef sandwich, mixed vegetables, garden bar.

High school lunch: Pizza dippers or hot beef sandwich, mixed vegetables, garden bar.

Monday, Oct. 24— Lien Elementary lunch: Cheese ravioli w/breadstick, California blend veggies, sidekick juice cup, garden bar.

Intermediate and Middle school lunch: Cheese ravioli w/breadstick or

Calzones, California blend veggies, sidekick juice cup, garden bar.

High school lunch: Cheese ravioli w/breadstick, or Calzones, California blend veggies, sidekick juice cup, garden bar.

Tuesday, Oct. 25— Lien Elementary lunch: Chicken patty, sonoma blend veggies, garden bar.

Intermediate and Middle school lunch: Chicken patty or chili with soft pretzel, Sonoma blend veggies, garden bar.

High school lunch: Chicken patty or chili with soft pretzel, Sonoma blend veggies, garden bar.

Wednesday, Oct. 26— Lien Elementary lunch: Sloppy Joes, broccoli w/cheese, garden bar.

Intermediate and Middle school lunch: Tater tot hot dish, dinner roll, roasted chickpeas, garden bar.

High school lunch: Tater tot hot dish, dinner roll, roasted chickpeas, garden bar.

CLEAR LAKE SCHOOLS Thursday, Oct. 20— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or oatmeal, blueberry or chocolate muffin.

Elementary lunch: Mini corn dogs or peanut butter sandwich, potato wedges, steamed broccoli, cheese sauce, pears.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, cereal bar, Pop Tart, PB&J “uncrustable,” banana bread.

High school lunch: “Brunch Lunch,” cheese omelet, sausage links, muffin, hash browns, bell peppers, orange wedges, juice, (Chef salad option).

Friday, Oct. 21— Elementary breakfast: Cereal and yogurt or donut.

Elementary lunch: Ham & cheese sub, fresh vegetables, chips, grapes, mandarin oranges.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, cheese stick, “Gripz” graham crackers, mini donuts, cheese omelet, cereal bar.

High school lunch: Ham & cheese or grilled chicken sub, fresh vegetables, tangy broccoli salad, strawberries, grapes, chips.

Monday, Oct. 24— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or oatmeal, Pop Tart.

Elementary lunch: Pizza sticks or Italian flatbread, spaghetti sauce, garden salad bar, strawberries, blueberries.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, cereal bar, sausage links, Pop Tart, chocolate chip “UBR”, banana bread.

High school lunch: Pizza sticks or Italian flatbread, spaghetti sauce, garden salad bar, applesauce, blueberries, “Jonny Pop” fruit bar.

Tuesday, Oct. 25— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or mini donuts, cheese omelet.

Elementary lunch: Meatballs or hot dog on a bun, tator tots, steamed corn, orange smiles.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, cheese stick, Krave S’mores, muffin, Little John donut.

High school lunch: Meatballs or hot dog on a bun, tator tots, steamed corn, orange wedges, slices pears.

Wednesday, Oct. 26— Elementary breakfast: Cereal and “Gripz” chocolate chip graham crackers or sausage & cheese sandwich.

Elementary lunch: Stromboli or PB&J “uncrustable,” or “Goldfish Bowl”, garden salad bar, grapes, pudding cup.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, Pop Tart, muffin, pancakes, sausage links.

High school lunch: Stromboli or garlic cheese french bread, garden salad bar, apples, sliced peaches, pudding cup.

Amery Hospital & Clinic lights its building up pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month (Amery, Wis.) October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease and promote the importance of early detection. To show support, Amery Hospital & Clinic—along with many other HealthPartners’ hospitals and clinics—are participating in the “Light it Up Pink” initiative and are illuminating their buildings with the color pink.

At Amery, trees and the hospital building – visible from Griffin Street – are lit with pink lights from dusk to dawn through Monday, October 31.

Deb Rudquist, President and Chief Executive Officer, Amery Hospital & Clinic, says, “We’re excited to participate in the annual Light it Up Pink initiative.

This initiative brings awareness to breast cancer and the overall breast health efforts at Amery Hospital & Clinic and HealthPartners.”

Rudquist added the hospital supports many initiatives, causes and non-profit organizations throughout the year like mental health, local food shelves, Salvation Army and the American Cancer Society to name a few. “‘Light it Up Pink’ is one way we can visually create awareness and encourage women to be proactive,” says Rudquist.

Retired attorney to share business insights during UW-Barron County presentation Area business owners and managers may rethink the way they conduct their operations after listening to retired attorney Mark Palma’s presentation, “Looking at Your Business Through a New Set of Eyes,” Oct. 20, 12:30 to 1:20 p.m., at UW-Barron County. His talk is part of the university’s Thursdays @ the U Lecture and Performance Series and will be held in the Blue Hills Lecture Hall, (R234).

Palma has lectured on a broad range of topics, including business ethics, business transactions, buy-sell agreements, limited liability companies, joint ventures, high technology business issues, independent contractor taxation, individual in-

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Palma is a retired partner from the law firm of Hinshaw & Culbertson, LLP, Minneapolis, but continues to consult with various businesses and organizations. He is a graduate of William Mitchell College of Law, St. Paul, Minn. He also has M.B.A. and bachelor’s degrees from Min-

POLK COUNTY SENIOR DINING MEAL SITES Everyone age 60 plus is invited for lunch. Meals are served Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Check your site for specific serving time. Suggested donation is $4 per meal. Please call the meal site 24 hours in advance for a reservation.

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Thursday, Oct. 20— Beef pasta casserole, green beans, Caesar salad, breadstick, pineapple tidbits.

Friday, Oct. 21— Tuna salad on croissant, lettuce and cheese, rosy applesauce, coleslaw, dessert bar.

Monday, Oct. 24— Baked chicken breast, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, WW dinner roll, spiced apples.

Tuesday, Oct. 25— Baked ham, au gratin potatoes, glazed carrots, WW dinner roll, strawberry shortcake.

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Part 9: Sunrise Landing to Stillwater Boom Site The following is the last in a series of columns written by Kyle Weaver, as he attempts to Kayak the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway throughout the summer of 2016.

Osceola are definitely my second home.

I have paddled it more than any other section in the last 10 years and probably nearly as much as the Namekagon overall. It has become my “go to” paddle for bringing first-timers.

And what a place it is! The high basalt, or trap rock, bluffs between the two Interstate State Parks are an other-worldly treasure that must be felt as much as seen. They are easily accessible by kayak or canoe from either side of the river with less than 10 minutes of upstream paddling. Earlier this summer, I led a group of my fellow Great Northern Union Chorus members on this same

down the bluff and sliding into the water around 9:30 a.m. The air was around 36 degrees and there was at least 30 inches of mist still hovering above the water.

As with the previous weekend, the water was like glass.

I immediately paddled across the river to my favorite backwater, just downstream from the landing. I have paddled this backwater several times and each time there is wildlife to be seen. This time, an eagle watched me glide underneath its perch and let me get close enough for a photo.

Past Marine, around 1 p.m., a southerly wind began to pick up and made the

The river was a polished pane of glass early on Oct. 1, so that it almost felt like a criminal act to abrade it with my kayak.

With a definite coolness in the air, I set out to paddle the 18 miles of the St. Croix River between Sunrise Landing and St. Croix Falls. Given how much closer to home I was compared to some of my trips this summer, it was nice to get on the water early without such a taxing wake-up time.

The territory wasn’t unfamiliar to me.

Earlier this summer, my friend Mike and I fished this segment with St. Croix Valley Adventures guide Bob Bickford.

The smallies were good to us that day as I’m sure they were to the many fishermen I saw throughout the day.

As I did for much of the stretch from Highway 70 near Grantsburg, I paddled close to the Wisconsin bank. Without any wind to fight, I was ever more conscious of the countless places where water trickles into the river, heard but unseen beneath the tall grass, perhaps directly from the aquifer. The going was peaceful and relaxing and those 18 miles flew by.

I found it somewhat ironic that the The river near Sunrise Landing during an early morning calm. Photo by Kyle Weaver St. Croix River Visitor Center, the Riverway headquarters, was mostly inhospitable to my kayak. The dock area trip. Most of them were new to the St. remainder of my trip more challenging. is choked with logs and branches and I Croix, and some were relatively new I picked my way along the backwaters, almost couldn’t find a place to get out. to canoeing. Jaime has paddled those through the St. Croix Islands State The ranger working the front desk told bluffs once before in a canoe, but did it Wildlife Area to the mouth of the Apple me it wasn’t an official canoe landing, for the first time as a solo kayaker. For River before finding the main channel though both my map and the paddling me, well, being in that spot never gets again. Stopping for a photo downstream of the Soo Line High Bridge, I fought old. guide would seem to disagree.

After playing a bit between the bluffs, wind and boat wake the rest of the way On the following day, my original plan had been to traverse the portage around Jaime and I continued downstream. to the St. Croix Boom Site landing and the Xcel Energy dam then shoot the rap- Having noted the high water, we took took out, two hours later than planned ids below Highway 8 with a friend. How- the opportunity to pick our way through and quite tired. I am thrilled to have ever, high water and some careful intro- the Close Slough and stopped to stretch finally reached my goal, at least nomspection about our abilities convinced our legs at Peaslee Lake. As often as I’ve inally, of paddling the entire St. Croix me I should take those rapids another paddled this segment, I had never before National Scenic Riverway, all 230 miles, time. Instead, my girlfriend Jaime, who taken this route or seen Peaslee. It is a in a single season. bought a gently used kayak earlier this gorgeous spot that is supposed to be a summer and to whom I had been prom- pretty good fishing spot, too, at certain Final Thoughts ising a trip, joined me for the day trip, times of the year. I’m thinking I may between Wisconsin Interstate Park and have to come back sometime.

Before I conclude this travelogue, I I did it! On Sunday, Oct. 9, I completed owe a couple quick notes of gratitude: Osceola.

Though I continue to regard the my journey. thank you to my girlfriend Jaime NoI put in from my house near Osceola vak, my father Charlie Weaver, and my Namekagon River as my “home river,” the eight miles between Highway 8 and Landing, skidding the Sans Souci II good friend Eric Buelow for playing the

part of shuttle bunny at various times this summer. I couldn’t have done it without you. Thank you to Ed Vater, of Bending Branches, and John Gauper, of Central Insurance, for conspiring to outfit me with an awesome Aqua-Bound kayak paddle. I can’t imagine how tired I would have been with a lesser paddle, especially on those windy days. Thank you, also, to Jim and Jane Montag, of Hayward Outfitters, where I bought the Sans Souci II, for your wonderful business and service. Finally, thank you to my friends John Schletty and Deb Ryun, and the St. Croix Riverway staffers for all the advice you’ve given me.

As I’ve paddled along this summer, I’ve been mindful of just how significant and special the St. Croix and Namekagon Rivers are. In many places, the river is truly “wild and scenic.” In some spots, though, the wilderness is but a dangerously thin façade, where highway noise, fancy houses, well-manicured lawns and powerful boats intrude upon it. This past weekend, I even saw political campaign signs (really!), a sight that made me want to stop and sling vulgarities at the homeowner.

Our nation has done a great service to us all to preserve these rivers. But maybe we can do more. Maybe it’s time we lean on our neighbors to stop cutting that immaculate lawn right down to the water’s edge, to paint that bright-yellowand-blue house a less obtuse color, or to remove that archaic gas pump from the end of the dock. Maybe we ban motors of greater than 40 horsepower, or boats with capacities of more than four people, above the Soo Line High Bridge.

Going motor-less seems to work great in the Boundary Waters. Why not here?

These are inconvenient ideas, of course, but it seems to me we worry often about the threats that are coming, and not often enough about the threats that are already here. It’s a conversation worth having, at least.

For the final time this summer, I’ll see you on the water.

--Kyle Weaver is a freelance journalist and outdoorsman who lives in the St. Croix River Valley. He can be reached at swsman28@yahoo.com.

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UW-Extension offers Artpreneur 101 for artists and craftspeople

Wheelchair Accessibility Donation Positive Alternatives of Amery recently received a $500 donation from the Amery Lions Club toward a wheel chair ramp being built at their facility. Pictured are Kelli Kamholz (right), Executive Director of Positive Alternatives, and Alina Veenendall, Lions Club President.

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BALSAM LAKE - UW-Extension Polk County is sponsoring a class to help local artists and craftspeople who want to explore entering the marketplace or improve their experience in the marketplace. Participants will consider their best options to get noticed and sell their work. The class runs over the two evenings of October 27 and November 1, 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Polk County Government Center in Balsam Lake Artpreneur 101 is appropriate for painters, potters, woodworkers, or any other hobby artist or crafter who wants to make the transition from their studio to the market. Mary Pardee, UW-Extension Community Resource Development Educator, noted, “Craftspersons and artists contribute millions of dollars annually to the economy of the Northwest Wisconsin region. They are often overlooked, however, when it comes to economic development and support.” The first evening of this class will focus on understanding shows and galleries, what it takes to sell art and craftwork, and developing goals for your business. The second evening will include hands-on experience in a computer learning lab to learn about helpful online tools and how to engage customers in an online environment.

The registration fee is $60 per person and the class size is limited. For further information or to register, call the UW-Extension office at 715-4858600 or visit polk.uwex.edu to register online. The University of Wisconsin-Extension supports personal growth, professional success and organizational effectiveness through formal and informal learning.

Choosing Begins with Grass Roots Our dramatic, potential leaders speak, like arrows flying, forceful, in our midst.

Is substance there, apparent, rhetoric, idea, supported or words of mockery?

Calm voice with salient facts may lift the tone; Words powerful and fervent, sway a foe, if filled with reason, may be of effect, with inner strength, expressing confidence.

An individual, one who widely learns what drives the mass, persons of each walk, what influence, what impact one must have, to move the multitude in any way.

To find the way that's mostly good and right, and have influence to achieve a goal.

What trust we must put in democracy, to leave all these decisions to a vote.

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Best and worst ‘Foodie’ cities named In observation of October 16 as World Food Day, and with Americans spending more money at food establishments than at grocery stores in 2015, the personal-finance website WalletHub took a close look at 2016’s Best & Worst Foodie Cities.

To find the best and cheapest foodie scenes in the U.S., WalletHub compared the 150 most populated cities across 21 key metrics, ranging from “cost of groceries” to “affordability and accessibility of high-quality restaurants” to “number of food festivals per capita.”

Best Foodie Cities 1 Orlando, FL 2 Portland, OR 3 Miami, FL 4 Tampa, FL 5 San Francisco, CA 6 Cincinnati, OH 7 St. Louis, MO 8 Salt Lake City, UT 9 Richmond, VA 10 Seattle, WA

Worst Foodie Cities 141 Garland, TX 142 Fayetteville, NC 143 Jackson, MS 144 San Bernardino, CA 145 Aurora, IL 146 Fontana, CA 147 Montgomery, AL 148 Grand Prairie, TX 149 Moreno Valley, CA 150 North Las Vegas, NV

Best vs. Worst •Laredo, Texas, has the lowest grocery cost index, 79, which is two times lower than in Honolulu, the city with the highest, 158.9.

•Orlando, Fla., has the most restaurants per 100,000 residents, 1,176.38, which is 9.8 times more than in Santa Clarita, Calif., the city with the fewest, 120.09.

•Santa Rosa, Calif., has the highest ratio of full-service restaurants to fast-food establishments, 1.74, which is 3.1 times higher than in Jackson, Miss., the city with the lowest, 0.57.

•Portland, Ore., has the most coffee and tea shops per 100,000 residents, 103.92, which is 29.5 times more than in Laredo, Texas, the city with the fewest, 3.52.

•Miami has the most gourmet specialty-food stores per 100,000 residents, 117.46, which is 14.5 times more than in Gilbert, Ariz., the city with the fewest, 8.08.

•Cincinnati has the most grocery stores per 100,000 residents, 128.29, which is 13.8 times more than in Santa Clarita, Calif., the city with the fewest, 9.32.

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Credit Report or Credit Score – What’s The Difference?

University of Wisconsin-Extension educators have focused on helping people get copies of their credit reports through their “Check Your Free Credit Report” webFocus on site for the past sevFamily eral years. Since the campaign started, Living many people have Gail Peavey, also reached out to UW-Extension with Family Living questions about obAgent taining a credit score.

When individuals order their free credit report, they are often surprised that the free report doesn’t contain a credit score. To make matters more confusing, many different companies create credit scores. Each company’s score is different.

The information in your credit report is used to create a number – or credit score – that lenders use to make decisions on whether to extend credit or what interest rate to charge.

Referring to a score is easier and quicker for a lender than reading through an individual’s credit report history. Credit scores are created by private companies that assign numbers to financial activities appearing in your credit report, such as paying bills on time or opening up a new credit care.

Typically, the higher the score, the better your credit.

If you search the internet, you’ll likely get millions of results offering a free credit score. Many credit scoring services offer an “educational” score or letter grade that would not actually be used by a lender.

Here are some tips on how to narrow down your search if you are interested in finding out what types of credit scores you have.

•Start by checking a credit card or can loan statement. Many lenders have started offering a free credit score.

•You can buy a score online from one of the three major Credit Reporting Bureaus – Equifax, Experian or TransUnion. While you are legally allowed one free credit report from each bureau every 12 months, the bureaus do not have to provide a free credit score.

Individuals can also purchase a credit score from one of the largest credit scoring companies - FICO® or Fair Isaac Corporation, at http://www.myfico. com. FICO has many different credit score models, with some scores ranging

from 200-900 and other scores ranging from 300-850.

•Many services and websites advertise a “free credit score.” Some sites are funded through advertising and don’t charge a fee, and they may sell your contact information to their advertisers.

Other sites may require that you sign up for a credit monitoring service with a monthly subscription fee in order to get your “free” score. Be forewarned that some services offer “free” trials, but if you do not cancel within a certain time period, such as one week or one month, you will be charged a monthly fee on your credit card.

•If you are concerned about your credit history or will be applying for credit in the near future, you may want to check with a reputable non-profit counseling service listed at debtadvice.org or 1-800-388-2227. Many credit counseling services will be able to offer a free credit score, help you read through your report, and correct errors.

No matter what credit score you find online or choose to purchase, that score will be based on information found in your credit report. The bottom line is that you need to check your report on a regular basis. Correct any errors you might find, and do your best to practice positive financial behaviors, including paying bills on time.

3 ways to get free credit reports There are three ways to order your free credit reports: through the mail, by phone toll-free, or at the official website AnnualCreditReport.com You can sign up to receive an email reminder from UW-Extension three times a year – February 2, June 6, and October 10 – on the campaign’s website at: http://fyi.uwex. edu/creditreport.

In addition to email reminders, the website provides information and links for ordering, reading and understanding your free credit reports, and explains how long different types of credit information can stay on a report. It also offers steps to take to raise your credit score.

While you can order all three reports at the same times, the Polk County Extension Office recommends that you view one report every four months so you can be sure that the information is up-to-date and accurate year round.

For more information on credit reports, contact Gail Peavey, Family Living Agent, at 715.485.8600 – or gail. peavey@ces.uwex.edu.

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AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Halloween storytime and parade Come in costume for a special, not-too-spooky Halloween storytime.

This will be followed by a costumed parade through the library, art activity, face painting and candy. October 22 at 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

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.

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

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. The Friends are seeking new board members.

If interested, contact the Friends via email at amerylib@gmail.com.

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.

Share your State Park photos for a chance to win an annual State Park sticker Wisconsin State Parks’ new ’12 Gem Challenge’ is a promotion that gets people into parks, and onto social media.

The program asks park visitors to share their park photos and ‘selfies’ on Instagram or Twitter using the hashtag #WISTATEPARKS. The Department of Tourism has specialized software that will search for this hashtag and pull those photos into a gallery of photos on their website that can be viewed by the public.

Participants can also download their photo directly to the Tourism website

if they do not have an Instagram or Twitter account. Photos are subject to review for appropriate content.

Participants can enter one photo per property listed to be entered into a random drawing for a 2017 State Park and Forest Sticker. The Friends of Wisconsin State Parks has generously donated ten (10) 2017 State Park and Forest Annual Stickers.

For those properties not included in this challenge, don’t worry. More promotional events with the Department of Tourism are in the works.

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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 Microsoft Word or Excel? The library offers tech help on Mondays and Wednesdays, 4 p.m.—7 p.m. Help with basic computer skills is

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National Teen Driver Safety Week to be held October 16 to 22 Traffic crashes killed 37 teens in Wisconsin last year

Youth Hunt Success Congratulations to Jed Arduser of Deer Park, who shot this eight-point buck with a 17 inch spread during last weekend’s youth deer hunt.

Last year, 37 teenagers were killed and more than 5,500 were injured in traffic crashes in Wisconsin, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).

During National Teen Driver Safety Week from October 16 to 22, parents are encouraged to help their children make better decisions behind the wheel and mentor them while they gain driving experience.

Because they’re inexperienced drivers, teens are more likely to crash than adult drivers, according to David Pabst, director of the WisDOT Bureau of Transportation Safety.

“Teens also tend to speed, drive aggressively and not buckle up,” Pabst says. “In addition, teens are

prone to distracted driving. State law prohibits drivers with an instruction permit or probationary license, which includes many teenagers, from using a cell phone while driving except to report an emergency. Another state law prohibits texting while driving for all motorists. Despite these laws, too many teens still talk or text on mobile devices when all their attention should be focused on driving.”

Traffic safety officials stress that the risk of a crash increases significantly when teen drivers have teen passengers in their vehicle.

“Inexperienced teen drivers can be easily distracted by their teenaged passengers,” Pabst says.

“Wisconsin has a graduated driver license requirement for new

drivers under age 18 that helps them gain valuable experience behind the wheel while limiting the number of teen passengers in their vehicles.”

Parents also have a critical role in helping their teens develop safety-conscious driving habits. WisDOT offers a Parent’s Supervised Driving Program to help teens become safe, smart and skilled drivers. More information is available online at: http://wisconsindot. gov/Documents/dmv/shared/psdp-guidebook.pdf.

Moreover, parents need to set a good example for their children— no matter what their age—by obeying speed limits, buckling up, and eliminating distractions.

SELF HELP GROUPS Advance Directive Workshop. Who would make your healthcare decisions in the event you are unable to? How would this person know what decisions you would want made? Learn more about Advance Directives and how to complete them. Free Advance Directive Workshop will be held the first Wednesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. Wisconsin and Minnesota Advance Directives will be available. Call St. Croix Regional Medical Education Services at 715-483-0431 or 800642-1336 ext. 2431 to register.

Alanon/Alateen (for family and friends of alcoholics) meets Thursday nights 7-8 p.m. at First Lutheran church, Amery. 715-268-8362.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday 7 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m., 7 p.m., Thursday 7 p.m., Friday 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m., Sunday 7 p.m. at Amery Community Center, 608 Harriman Ave. S. 715-781-4380 Jason.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Tuesdays 7 p.m. at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Room 123. Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets Thursdays 10 a.m. at Parkview Methodist church, Turtle Lake. Contact Mike 715-986-2457.

Alzheimer’s Support Group. First Wednesday of the month 10 a.m. at Amery Senior Center. Last Tuesday of month 1 p.m. at Good Sam Nursing Home. Sharlene Bellefaille 715-635-6601.

Baby & Me. Weekly play and discussion hour for parents and their infants (birth to 12 months). Wednesdays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Amery Regional Medical Center, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time. No charge.

Breast Feeding Support Group. All nursing mothers and babies are invited to participate. Group meets the second Thursday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month from 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant will facilitate the group. Call 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431. No charge.

C.H.A.D.D. (Children with Attention Deficit Disorder). Parent support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at Firstar Bank board room, Cumberland, 7 p.m. For info. call Pat Skinner at 715-822-8422 and leave message.

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

Caregiver Support Group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser. Contact Barb at ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372 for more information.

Compassionate Friends, Tri- County Chapter meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. First Lutheran church, Clear Lake. This group offers support and understanding to families who are grieving the death of a child of any age, from any cause. For more information call 715-263-2739 Domestic Violence (DV) and Sexual Assault (SA) Support Groups and Services. Polk County - domestic violence (DV), sexual assault (SA) and the children’s group are every Monday (DV) and Tuesday (SA) beginning at 6 p.m. Call CRA to find out more info and for the location. Burnett County call CRA for info (the day and time will be changing). For more information call CRA 715-825-4414 or the 24 hour crisis line 1-800-261-7233.

All groups and services are free of charge.

Early Stage Alzheimer Support Group. For the diagnosed person and their caregiver. Challenges in early-stage dementia will be discussed, along with therapeutic benefits of family involvement. Sponsored in part by the Amnerican Alzheimer’s Association. Meetings are free of charge and open to the public, held at the Amery Centennial Hall the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Call 715-268-6605 to register.

Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin. Call 1-800-924-2105.

Family Child Care Professonals Network. Meets the third Thursday of each month. Contact Beth Neely at 715-483-1482 for more information. All family child care providers are welcome.

Farm Crisis. Information on financial, mental health, legal, job retraining resources. Call 1-800-942-2474.

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

Grief Share. Have you lost someone close? Grief Share is a Christian based, non-denominational seminar/support group program that will be meeting at Centennial Hall in Amery every Monday at 1 p.m. For information call Bruce 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360.

Head Injury Support Group. Closed head injury, stroke, aneurism or traumatic brain injury which affects your daily living? Learn to cope with your disabilities, provide insight and camaraderie. Second Friday of each month 2-3:30 p.m. Frederic Public Library. Contact Julie Martin 715-327-4474.

Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. We meet at the First Baptist church, Amery, Mondays from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-5408 with questions.

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has children 5 years of age and under is welcomed, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential. Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com and call 715-263-2665 for location/dates/ time.

NA meetings. There’s hope. Every Saturday 6 p.m. St. Croix Casino & Hotel, Turtle Lake. Room 121. Everyone welcome to attend. Info call Pat at 715-553-2859.

Overeaters Anonymous Group. Monday evening 5:30 p.m. at the St. Croix Alano Club across from the clinic on Adams Street in St. Croix Falls. Questions call 715-825-3416.

PEPTalk - P(arents)E(ncouraging)P(arents)... exists to encourage, support, and build up a community of homeschool families in Polk County, Wisconsin.

Through our regular activities we provide opportunities for families to come together to enrich their students’ learning experiences with special classes, field trips, play dates, and celebrations. We facilitate regular time together which provides social, academic and character-building activities for our children while parents encourage and support each other through the homeschooling journey. We also strive to serve our surrounding communities through projects that emphasize selflessness and provide opportunities for parents and children to use their gifts and talents to serve others. We welcome all types of homeschooling families to check us out! PEPTalk activities happen throughout the month.

For more information contact Jenn Dueholm, jenndueholm@yahoo.com or Wendy Dietrich, thedietrichs@ amerytel.net. Like us on Facebook under PEPTalk.

Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs. For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002.

PREGNANT. Need help? Our tests and help are free and confidential. 715-755-BABY (2229). Osceola Life Care Center.

Student Assistance Program is for students in the Amery school district who may be having personal or family problems. Strict confidentiality is followed except in cases of danger to self or others. Call 715-2680303 for middle school S.A.P. members or 715-2680214 for high school S.A.P. members.

TEENS—Talk before you run. Trained counselors will listen. 1-800-491-8336 or 715-235-8882.

TEENCARE. Where teens get help fast. 1-800-4918336.

TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Nancy 715-646-1464 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly.

Tutors: Free tutors are available to anyone who would like help studying for GED, English as a Second Language (ESL), or with basic skills in reading or math. Call 715-405-7323 to be matched with a local tutor.

Veteran’s Support Group. 1st Tuesday monthly 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Amery VFW, 130 Wisconsin Ave. Spouses/significant other also welcome and encouraged to attend. Contact Dan 715-768-0679, Amanda 715-429-0467 or Dianna 715-607-1898. Sponsored by Amery VFW Post 7929 and American Legion Post 169.

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

Western Wisconsin LYME Education and Support Group meets: fourth Thursday of the month (April through October) at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. (No meetings November through March). Meetings are free of charge and open to the public. For info call Ann 715-268-2856, Paula 715-268-2035, Bonnie 715-268-9557, Sue 715268-6687.

Women’s Spiritual Growth Group meets each Thursday from 7-8 p.m. at 931 Pine St., St. Croix Falls..

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Volunteers needed for Mad City Money Financial Literacy Simulation On Wednesday, November 9, Amery High School will once again host their annual Mad City Money Financial Literacy Simulation with help from WESTconsin Credit Union. The event is presented to all Amery High School Juniors in the high school gym.

“We are looking for volunteers to join us for the morning,” says Mad City coordinator, Ramona Lockwood. As in past years, volunteers will act as local business owners and city officials, guiding students through a real-world scenario that teaches budgeting and life experience.

Lockwood says they’re in need of 20-25 volunteers for the event.

“Please let me know if you are available to help us. Also, please feel free to find other business or community volunteers,” she says.

Agenda: 7:30 a.m.

7:45 a.m.

8:15 a.m.

8:45 a.m.

9:30 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

11:15 a.m.

Preliminary registration numbers indicate another strong bear hunt in Wisconsin MADISON – Preliminary registration numbers indicate a strong 2016 bear hunt, with 4,643 bears registered.

“This was another successful season for Wisconsin Bear hunters. The preliminary harvest of 4,643 is very close to the 2016 quota of 4,750,” said David

MacFarland, DNR large carnivore specialist.

“Wisconsin continues to have a healthy bear population, which provides more hunting opportunity than any other state in the country.”

Preliminary registration totals for the 2016 bear hunt are as follows: Zone A: 1,135;

Zone B: 833; Zone C: 1,071; and Zone D: 1,603.

Please note that these figures are preliminary and are subject to change. Summary tables and more information regarding bear hunting in Wisconsin can be found at dnr. wi.gov, keyword "bear."

Set up in gym/check in for volunteers/refreshments (we might be a bit behind on setup because of morning basketball) Orientation for volunteers All Juniors report to the auditorium for presentation Begin Simulation 10-15 minute breakfast break Finish simulation and debrief Juniors return to class

Lockwood adds, “If you know of someone who would be a good volunteer, please email me their contact information. Also, if your schedule is tight and you would still like to volunteer, we don’t officially start until 8:45 a.m. and we are done by 11:15.”

Connect with Ramona at lookwoodr@amerysd.k12.wi.us.

Governor Walker Recognizes Wisconsin Women-Owned Businesses Madison – Governor Scott Walker recognized Wisconsin women-owned businesses last week as a part of Women’s Small Business Month. Wisconsin is home to more than 142,000 women-owned businesses, which represents nearly one-third of all businesses in the state.

“Women-owned businesses play a crucial role in the economic success of our state,” Governor Walker said. “They are job creators, employing 168,000 Wisconsinites. Women business owners also serve as important role models, inspiring our next generation of business owners to pursue their dreams and

creating jobs and economic growth in the process. We’ve declared October as Women’s Small Business Month to highlight the growth in women’s business ownership over the past decade and its contributions to Wisconsin’s workforce and economy.”

From 2007 to 2016, the number of women-owned firms in Wisconsin has grown by 26.7 percent and women are the majority owners of an estimated 31 percent of all Wisconsin businesses. Every year, women-owned businesses in Wisconsin have an economic impact of $27 billion, and their influence is expected to continue growing.

Wisconsin’s Black Bear Management Zones. Source: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resoures.

Fight the Flu with a Shot of Prevention!

Walk-In Flu Shots are offered Monday-Friday 9 am-6 pm and are available for anyone ages 6+.

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Amery Memories from a Photo In the foreground, which was once Madsen’s Dairy pasture, Johnny J. and I winter camped. The evening was fun, cooking food by the campfire as we looked out at beautiful winter Amery. However, we learned summer sleeping bags were a mistake. Restless sleep for both of us, 10 Growing degrees outside and only a bit warmer inside the bags. up in This picture, taken a couple weeks Amery ago, lays out Amery almost like an aerial photograph. With Pondhurst Loren Elkin behind me, a lovely orange/ red tree in the center caught my eye. When I studied the scene a couple days later I figured out that just about every segment of this photo held memories from my youth.

Summer camping brought warm and more pleasant memories. Johnny, Ralph, and I pitched our tent on Mystery Island, just to the left behind the shore brush. The wonderful vantage point of nighttime Amery across the water, a most unique campsite that created an unforgettable summer memory.

One third grade memory involved that house on the far edge of the lake, the long house on the left. Earlier I wrote a column about that venture, the place where Paul, Mrs. Wilson, and I tracked down a classmate who stormed out of her classroom. At his house we called his name and knocked on the door, but no luck. He stayed inside and we all trudged back to the elementary school.

The Amery Beach, center, became THE place to spend hot summer afternoons, and June swimming lessons from older women, high school girls, stirred our young imaginations.

Fall camping took place on the right, on former Madsen land but now owned by Pastor Justin and Erin Hosking. They let me camp in their back yard one Fall Festival weekend, and the morning view of fog over South Twin was beautiful.

On a warm July evening in 1965 we heard that making noise at the beach would irritate the Amery police officer. Paul, Steve, and I wanted to check that out. Making noise at the metal high dive brought the officer to the end of dock, telling us to clear out or we’d be sorry. He drove off, and we made a little more noise. That’s it? We left the beach, walking along the shoreline near Water Street. We heard a car coming and we crouched at the bottom of the bank. The police car stopped exactly above us. After some quick, quiet bickering with each other, we ran out into the lake. He pulled out his pistol and shot above us, we hope it was above us, and we swam even harder.

The safest place, we figured, was the middle of the lake. We treaded water for half an hour, took in the sights of Amery at midnight, and talked the talk of fugitives. Eventually we swam in by Cwayna’s dock.

We decided never to do anything like that again, once was enough.

The water tower? Never touched it and didn’t know anyone who did.

Governor Walker Invites Students to Help Decorate State Capitol Christmas Tree Madison – Governor Scott Walker invites all teachers, parents, youth, and others across Wisconsin to help decorate the 2016 State Capitol Christmas tree. This year’s State Capitol Christmas tree theme is Wisconsin Wildlife.

“One of the many reasons Wisconsin remains a popular tourism destination is our magnificent wildlife,” Governor Walker said. “With the help of our students, we want this year’s State Capitol Christmas tree to reflect the beauty of our great state.”

Ornaments symbolizing Wisconsin wildlife will be displayed on the 2016 State Capitol Christ-

mas Tree.

Anyone interested in sending Wisconsin Wildlife themed ornaments to decorate the tree should make their submissions

by Wednesday, November 23rd.

Please send Wisconsin Wildlife themed ornaments to: Claire Franz Wisconsin Department of Administration Division of Facilities Management 17 West Main Street, Suite 119 Madison, WI 53703 Wisconsin teachers will soon receive the attached letter with additional information regarding the 2016 State Capitol Christmas Tree.

My Path

By Larry Lee Phillipson I was walking down my path today Suddenly I stopped on my way I took it all for granted God’s beauty and love I should stop and thank him for All that comes from above And take nothing for granted for All that he has done.

We should remember not to leave God out Or we could be filled with failure and doubt Because we know God loves us all And someday will answer his call Blessings he has bestowed Which has helped us to grow For the love he has given us We certainly don’t want to fail his trust.

Genealogy Society Sponsors Ancestry.com Program has read books and gone to You’ve seen the ads for conferences to keep up with Ancestry.com.

Now you all the advances in genealohave an opportunity to gy. She is a strong advocate learn the details of what for DNA testing, but rethis genealogy website has minds us that old fashioned to offer and how to use it. research is necessary for it The Blue Hills Genealogito work. Mrs. Hanson has cal Society is presenting a found wonderful stories program on Ancestry.com and skeletons in her reon Sunday, October 30 at search and made many new 3:30-5:00 p.m. The profriends. Ten years ago she gram will be held at the Lin Hanson will teach a took a research job for a geBarron Senior Center, 12 course on Ancestry.com nealogy company. On SunN. 3rd St. in Barron, located in the Library Complex. Open to the days she teaches a family history class public. A $5 donation is suggested. You at her Church. She loves helping people with their genealogy puzzles. Mrs. are welcome to bring your laptop.

Lin Hanson will teach the class. For Hanson is in Wisconsin to find answers 45 years Lin has been interested in ge- to a puzzles in her own research. She is nealogy. She says she was hooked after pleased to share her passion about genealogy with people in our area. a taking a class.

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Clayton-made cheese earns first at World Dairy Expo BARABOO, WISCONSIN — Foremost Farms USA’s reduced fat provolone, made at Clayton, Wisconsin, finished first in its class during the 2016 annual World Dairy Expo (WDE) Championship Dairy Product Contest held in Madison, Wisconsin. The 10-pound piece of cheese was sold to DSM for $55 per pound during the 14th annual auction. The contest and auction are sponsored by the Wisconsin Dairy Products Association (WDPA). The auction proceeds are used for various scholarships awarded annually to students pursuing careers in the dairy industry.

The WDE Championship Dairy Product Contest celebrated a record number of entries this year, while World Dairy Expo celebrated its 50th anniversary bringing in thousands of attendees from all over the world. The variety of entries for the contest reflected dairy products produced throughout all of North America.

Forty-eight judges, representing industry, universities and USDA, evaluated the contest entries over three days in

August. The Clayton employees, along with the other 75 first-place winners, received their trophy at the auction on Tuesday, October 4. Along with their trophies, contest winners also gain opportunities to promote and market their award-winning products.

Although not auctioned off, other winnings included demineralized whey from Plover, Wisconsin, earning first and second place; Reedsburg’s salted butter which placed second; and smoked provolone made at Chilton, Wisconsin, which placed second.

Foremost Farms USA (www.foremostfarms.com), headquartered in Baraboo, Wis., is a farmer-owned milk processing and marketing cooperative with about 1,500 members and annual sales of $1.5 billion. The nation’s eighth-largest cooperative and number 25 in annual sales among the Top 100 U.S. dairy processors, Foremost Farms focuses on the creation of tailored and innovative milk solutions that meet the needs of customers around the world.

Pictured left to right are Brad Legreid, executive director of the Wisconsin Dairy Products Association (WDPA) Tricia Knutson, Clayton lab associate, and Louise Hemstead, WDPA President.

ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY Midge is a classic Calico. She has lovely coloring; a solid black and orange torso with mittens and tuxedo bib. Midge is a slim gal, petite in her features. She walks as a model coming down the “catwalk” runway. She sashays and then breaks

into a playful pounce. Midge is gentle, quiet, playful, beautiful and friendly. Her favorite toy is a plush catnip mouse. Her favorite place to be is wherever you are. She is looking for a loving home.

At one year old, Midge is considered an adult. As mentioned, she is slender, the average healthy weight for a young female cat at seven pounds. Midge eats what she needs and watches her waistline. This is not the case for many indoor feline pets. With a “free choice” option of unlimited kibble, many cats will eat themselves to obesity. Even just a few pounds can cause problems

for your fabulous feline.

A 2011 nationwide survey found that 55 percent of pet cats—or 47.3 million—are overweight, and about a quarter of those are classified as obese. Why are cats getting fat? In a word, lifestyle.

In their mice-eating days of old, domestic cats had to work really hard for that one little boost of calories. Today’s modern housecat, on the other hand, spends most of his day looking for something to do, and too often that becomes parking himself in front of an overly generous kibble bowl. Owners often compound the problem by interpreting their kitty’s requests for attention as demands for food and showering him with treats, when what he really needs is a good work out.

The consequences can be serious.

Even a few extra pounds can burden the heart, raise blood pressure, and cause arthritis by increasing stress on the joints and ligaments.

Obese cats, unable to clean themselves properly, frequently suffer from painful rashes and urinary tract infections. And overweight cats are four times more likely to develop diabetes.

Yet too many owners ignore their cats’ increasing girth. Some think a pudgy cat is cute. Others simply don’t know what a normal size cat should look like. The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention dubs this the “fat pet gap”—the illusion of pet owners that their portly companion is a healthy size.

Seven to nine pounds is considered an ideal weight for a domestic cat. Each excess pound on a cat is equal to approximately 15 pounds on an average adult woman and 17 pounds on the average adult male.

At 12 pounds that reads as a 174 pound female cat and 203 pound male cat. Adding three pounds, an average human weight of a cat would be 236 pounds; at 20 pounds, 314 pounds and at 25 pounds equaling 393 human pounds.

Everyone knows someone who lost 10 pounds in 10 days on a juice fast or cabbage soup diet. But in feline shrinkage, there are no quick fixes. Cats who reduce too quickly can develop life-threatening hepatic lipidosis (fatty liver disease), so weight loss must be carefully monitored. Done correctly, it can take more than a year for a real heavyweight to reach his goal.

Successful weight loss starts with calorie control. A half cup of kibble can be over 300 calories.

Most sedentary housecats only need about 200 to 225 calories a day.

Cats who eat only kibble, high in calories and carbs, should be switched to high-protein, low-carb canned food; studies have shown that such diets are better at meeting feline nutritional needs and keeping weight under control. Cats are programmed to eat a certain amount of protein. If you’re feeding them very high carbohydrate diets, they tend to overeat because they’re trying to meet their protein needs.

The combination of a healthy diet and exercise is the same for humans and cats alike. The bottomless food dish and endless treats need to be replaced with carefully measured meals and fun toys that motivate your kitty to move.

Meet your next pet at Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 715 268-7387 and online: ARNELLHUMANE.ORG

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Fall color viewing, Trick or Trot Beaver Brook Badgers Saturday, Halloween contest 4-H minutes Mother Nature is simply amazing! The brightly colored leaves in the Fall are so fun to view especially when the sun shines Pounding on them. And how about that the Full Moon this Pavement past weekend… very cool! Like Pam Humpal I said before, Mother Nature is something else!

Last Friday, Dave and I ventured out for a day-long Anniversary & Fall Color Tour of North Central Wisconsin. We headed east to about Bruce, then up through Winter to Cable, back down to Hayward for lunch and of course a stop at the candy/fudge shop, and then worked our way to Luck for the football game at night. It was quite a day. We put on almost 400 miles…that is a lot of Wisconsin countryside.

On Saturday morning, our adventure continued with a ride on the train that starts at Osceola and goes to the Marine on the St Croix. The train was full to the brim. Everyone had the same idea about viewing the Fall colors. It is always a fun trip seeing the rocks and river, and going across the bridge.

Once again, Congratulations and thank you to the Amery Fire Department on your 125th Anniversary. Also, thank you for the great open house Saturday with your safety displays and demonstrations.

This Saturday, October 22, will be the 3rd Annual Amery Trick-or-Trot. The event begins in North Park with the Kids Fun

Run at 8:45am followed by the 5K Walk/Run at 9am and then awards about 10am. Costume is not required but strongly encouraged. You can pre-register by going on-line, or contacting me at the Amery Free Press.

Proceeds from the Amery Trickor-Trot will go to the Amery School Backpack Program and the Amery Area Food Pantry.

The event is organized by the Kuhl Family, which I am very proud to be a part of!

And staying on the Halloween theme, the Amery Community Club welcomes kids to the 17th Annual Costume Contest & FREE Movie on Saturday, October 29. It will be held at the Amery High School Auditorium with the doors opening at 10:30am, judging at 11am folBentley, Ryan and Gavin after a football lowed by the FREE movie-“Jun- game. (Thanks Rachel for the picture.) gle Book”. When the movie is *Volleyball-Amery at Barron done, kids can trick-or-treat at October 18, Clear Lake hosts ElAmery businesses from 1-3pm. mwood October 18, Clayton hosts The participating businesses will winner of Clear Lake & Elmwood have a large orange pumpkin on October 20 their door to welcome the kids to *Soccer-Amery (#1 Seed) hosts stop by. the winner of Spooner/Shell Lake & Osceola October 20 Happy 42nd Anniversary on *Cross Country-Amery runs at October 19 to my brother and sisRice Lake October 21 ter-in-law, Larry and Patty. Enjoy *Football-Amery at your special day!

Gale-Ettrick-Trempealeau October 21, Clear Lake at Pepin/Alma And now it is time to hit October 21 Sports…Congratulations to Don And speaking of football, Springer of Amery, who is this Congratulations to the Luck team week’s winner in the AFP Footfor being co-conference champs. ball Contest. He had all 9 games They will play at the 8-player picked correctly. For your chance Jamboree at D.C. Everest in Schoat the $25 Amery Scrip Money, field on October 29. Our youngest simply fill out your entry form son, Ryan, is co-head coach for and drop it off at the Amery Free Luck. Good Luck!

Press office. Good Luck!

Have a great week…I guess it The Fall high school sports is is time to really get serious about winding down, and heading to tackling those Fall projects. playoffs and tournament play.

Good Luck to the following…

Train riders were Matt, Graeme, myself, Dave, Ariel and Finn.

Our pledges were led by Lucianna Azupura and Grace Williamson at the opening of our October 9th meeting of the Beaver Brook Badgers.The roll call was on what your favorite Halloween candy is. Our treasurer, Andrew Prindle, gave us a financial report.

It is an excited start to our new 4-H year with the installation of our new officer team. First to be initiated was our new president, Tommy Oman. Next was Andrew Prindle for another year of being the treasurer.

Hailey Clausen was installed as the new reporter. Officers not present were Kylee Olsen as our vice president and Sophia Eggie as the secretary.

Old business: Our Fall Festival float was a huge success. Thank you to the Kelling family and the many other members who participated.

Huge thank you to the Oman and the Kelling families for setting up our annual 4-H window display to celebrate national 4-H week.

Before the start of our meeting, we cleaned up the highways adopted by our club. We cleaned about 4 miles and got a substantial less amount of trash than years past which was awesome!

This year, fair project sign-up will be all online so please remember to complete this ASAP! This is the only way you can get signed up for all the projects you want to bring to the Polk County Fair. Go online to wi.4HOnline.com. This must be done by December 1 and you can change projects by April 15 if the need arises.

Be sure to attend the ME workshop on Monday, November 14 at 6:00pm.

For anyone interested in making the “Bee poster” that must be mailed in by October 25 at the latest. For more info, check the Clover Connection.

New business: we got introduced to our awesome new members.

Be sure to represent the Beaver Brook Badgers at the county awards on Sunday, October 23 at the Amery High School auditorium. That is at 1:00pm. Come to accept the many awards that our club always receives.

For anyone interested, there is a quality meats educational opportunity at Craig Scholz’s farm on October 15 from 1-3pm. this mainly applies to members interested in the animal projects at the fair but is open to everyone.

There are so many opportunities through 4-H to go on fun trips around the country! Check the Clover Connection for more information and ways to sign up.

Our club always serves milk and cookies at the light up the park parade on November 22. We need members to help out and it is always fun. (be sure to dress warm if you come!)

Each family received a calendar of the 4-H year ahead and signed up contact information.

The first demonstration was done by Siri Yuhas on her Americana chickens. She even brought one in to show us! Hailey Clausen demonstrated the parts of the violin and played a song. Finally, Dylan Clausen showed us web designing and how he made a 4-H inspired website. Always remember to check the Clover Connection for for more information on everything 4-H. We are excited for a great year!

—Hailey Clausen, Beaver Brook Badgers Reporter

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• Must have a Journeyman’s License • Position requires knowledge and background experience with recognized industrial, commercial, and other electrical codes.

• Must understand basic PLC’s and must have programming understanding capabilities. Candidate must have experience working with electric motors.

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• Demonstrated ability to use hand and power tools as well as technical testing equipment • Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics and design/plan electrical installations.

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1:30PM 1:30 toto 5:30 p.m.

1:30PM to5:30PM 5:30PM Same Day Interviews!

Same SameDay DayInterviews!

Interviews!

BRING YOUR RESUME! Bring your Bring yourResume!

Resume!

Compassionate care or corporate care?

Choose well.

Find women’s health expertise and care at Cumberland Healthcare.

With everything from preventative wellness to more specialized OB/GYN services, Cumberland Healthcare ensures that the care you need is available where and when you need it.

Call 715.822.7500 to schedule an appointment.

Visit cumberlandhealthcare.com to find a provider.

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OCTOBER 18, 2016 www.theameryfreepress.com

A view of North Twin Lake submitted by Leann Marson

A maple tree near Amery, captured by Matt Ziegler.

Two images captured via iphone, submitted by Danielle Sipple.

Autumn is here!

Thanks so much to the many readers who’ve shared their fall photos with us! This week offered plenty of opportunity for picture taking in northwest Wisconsin.

Did you capture a fall photo you’d like to share? Send it to our Editor, Jessica de la Cruz, at editor@theameryfreepress.com by October 21st.

You just might see it in an upcoming issue of the Amery Free Press.

Joanne Gorres captured this maple tree near Amery.

A view from the home of Will and Michelle Frederick, Sunflower Way in Amery

from the Amery Community Club

17th Annual Costume Contest and FREE Movie Saturday, October 29, at Amery High School Auditorium Doors open at 10:30 a.m.

Judging starts at 11 a.m.

Winners in each age group 0-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12

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FREE Movie 2016 Version

“The Jungle Book” Rated PG

follows judging

Trick or Treaters

welcome at Amery Businesses Saturday, Oct. 29, 1-3 p.m.

Participating Amery businesses identified by an “Orange Pumpkin” on their door