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Drug “Take-Back” takes control on drug epidemic

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Do you find your medicine cabinet is cluttered with old or unused medications? Saturday, October 26, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will hold the 18th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day across the country.

From 8 a.m.- 12 p.m. that day you are encouraged to dispose of expired or no longer needed prescription drugs at the Polk

County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI. National Take-Back Day is a safe, convenient, and responsible way to dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs and it addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue. The DEA’s Take Back Day events provide an opportunity for Americans to prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths.

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County passes moratorium on concentrated hog feeding operations

BY TOM STANGL TSTANGL@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

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Trick-or-Trot presents a treat

After months of discussion and committee meetings, the Polk County board of supervisors Oct. 15 passed a morato-

The 2019 Trick-or-Trot enabled a donation of $8,175 to the Amery Backpack Program and Amery Food Pantry.

This brings the six-year total to over $42,000. L-R: Julie Gorres, Betty Collins, Joanne Gorres and Peg Bavin.

See more Trick-or-Trot photos on page 16.

rium on concentrated animal feeding operations, commonly referred to as CAFOs, by an 11-3 vote.

The board had two SEE COUNTY, PAGE 2

Local businesses score by attending series

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

It is not too late to take advantage of the two remaining sessions in the five part series, “Simple Steps For Growing Your Business.” Amery Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) is welcoming anyone interested to join SCORE

mentors as they take attendees, “Back to the basics and rediscover the elements to running a business that may be just what you’re looking for to get your creative juices flowing and your business on track.”

Representives from SCORE conducted sessions in managing your resources, marketing

your business and financial management earlier this month. Thursday, October 24th, join them at Amery City Hall for the “Growing Your Sales” session.

A constant goal of every business owner is increasing sales. This workshop is designed APRIL ZIEMER | AMERY FREE PRESS

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Businesses recieved a crash course in financial management during last week’s session.

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DRUG TAKE BACK: Vaping devices added CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

According to the 2018 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 9.9 million Americans misused controlled prescription drugs. The study shows that a majority of abused prescription drugs were obtained from family and friends, often from the home medicine cabinet. Thousands of locations across the nation will receive unused prescription drugs from citizens who worry the medications could fall into the wrong hands.

“Prescription drugs often end up in the wrong hands, feeding an epidemic that kills more Americans than car accidents," said DEA Special Agent in Charge Brad L. Byerley.

The DEA hosts a no-questions asked National Prescription Drug TakeBack event twice per year.

On this day, temporary collection sites are set up in local cities throughout the nation for safe disposal of prescription drugs, including opioids.

Opioid abuse is at epidemic levels in the U.S., and remains a top public health concern. Consumers should dispose of expired, unwanted, or unused medicines as quickly as possible to help reduce overdoses or illegal abuse. The DEA’s Take-Back initiative is one of several strategies to reduce prescription drug abuse and diversion in the nation.

This year, the DEA is taking it a step further by accepting vaping devices and cartridges as they work with partners to combat an emerging public health threat to the nation’s youth. This is the first time the DEA is accepting vaping devices and cartridges at any of its drop off locations, since the free and anonymous service began in 2010.

The DEA began hosting National Prescription Drug Take-Back events in 2010. Take-Back Day in April 2019 collected unwanted or expired medications totaling 468.72 tons.

Keep in mind there are items generally are not accepted at the drop boxes. Check with the collector ahead of time to determine what items are specifically not accepted. Items that are usually not accepted at the events are: • Needles or other sharps • Asthma inhalers • Mercury thermometers • Iodine-containing medications • Illicit drugs or substances (including marijuana which is still a schedule 1 drug under federal law), and any prescription medications obtained illegally.

Amery Hospital and Clinic has a permanent collection box located in their lobby, available at all times. For additional drop off locations visit https://takebackday.dea.gov/

Opioid abuse is at epidemic levels in the U.S., and remains a top public health concern.

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to help owners identify strategies to do just that.

Thursday, October 31, “Managing Operations” will be the topic featured at Bremer Bank. In the final session of the series, business owners can learn more about effectively operating their busi-

nesses for profitability. The class will introduce new ways of viewing operational performance data so attendees can instantly know the status of the key performance indicators that drive a business’s success.

Both sessions run from 8:30-10:30 a.m. It is a great opportunity to connect with other entrepreneurs,

share experiences and expand your network.

“Our goal is to help our community grow through helping small business owners grow and expand their business,” said Paul Shafer, Executive Director, Amery EDC. For more information contact Shafer at 715-381-3864.

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resolutions on their agenda, both passed by the Environmental Services Committee of the board.

One dealt with cattle, swine, poultry, sheep and goats; the second dealt with swine exclusively.

In the end, after an hourlong process, the board passed the first resolution, striking the language about cattle, poultry, sheep and goats.

The moratorium that passed dealt only with swine operations of 1,000 units or more.

The second resolution, which dealt exclusively with swine operations, was not acted on following the passage of the amended moratorium.

The executive summary of the moratorium says “This Resolution will temporarily suspend the permitting of CAFOs for the specific purpose of determining whether or not it would be in the County's best interest to impose regulations at the local level for siting purposes. It is anticipated that the County will explore whether CAFOs should be a conditional use for zoning purposes.

The County may also explore whether a CAFO siting ordinance is necessary or advantageous to further the health and safety of the County. This Resolution does not have the effect of ultimately prohibiting CAFOs.”

Supervisor Chris Nelson made a motion to discuss the two resolutions together. He accused Board Chair Dean Johansen, author

The moratorium’s purpose is to allow Polk County adequate time to study, review, consider and analyze the potential impacts of Livestock Facilities in Polk County.

the issue was complex and wasn’t going to be “solved by 15 people,” indicating the board.

“I do appreciate your facetious amendment,” Prichard said to Olson.

The amendment was defeated 13-2.

Nelson made the motion to strike the language about all animals except swine. He questioned who would monitor the number of animals.

“It’s a hog issue,” Nelson said, referring to a new CAFO application in Burnett County that has fueled the discussion in Polk County. “It doesn’t affect one farmer in the county,” Nelson said.

of one of the resolutions, of not being neutral and asked if Johansen would relinquish the chair so he could answer questions about the resolution.

Johansen refused and after more discussion about what would happen if the first resolution was approved, the motion was withdrawn.

Supervisor Brad Olson made a motion about changing the number of livestock units in the moratorium from 1,000 to 1, commenting that passage of a moratorium would set the county back 50 years.

“If we pass this, it will destroy the county,” Olson said.

Supervisor Michael Prichard commented that

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The amendment on striking other animals passed by an 8-6 vote.

An amendment to cut down the length of the moratorium from six months to four months was made by Olson, seconded by Nelson. It was eventually withdrawn.

Supervisors Olson, Brian Masters and Joe Demulling voted against the moratorium.

The resolution says the moratorium’s purpose is “to allow Polk County adequate time to study, review, consider and analyze the potential impacts of Livestock Facilities in Polk County.”

The moratorium goes into effect immediately.

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OCTOBER 24 & 25

Free will donation. Take-outs available. 715-268-9409. Little Falls Lutheran Church is located at 1272 44th Ave, Amery.

Annual Fall Rummage Sale Redeemer Lutheran Church will have a Fall Rummage Sale on Thursday, October 24 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (serving hot dogs, brownies and coffee) and Friday, October 25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (serving homemade BBQs, homemade potato salad and homemade pie.

Redeemer Lutheran Church is located at 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery.

Chili Feed Join us for the 19th Annual Chili Feed to benefit Northwoods Homeless Shelters in Amery and Luck on Sunday, November 3 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Hwy 46, Amery.

Free will offering. Silent auction baskets available.

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Halloween Fun Day

Amery Woman’s Club

Amery Community Club’s Annual Halloween Fun Day will be Saturday, October 26.

There will be a Costume Contest at Danielson Stage in Michael Park. All Children Ages 1-12 are welcome to participate. Judging starts at 10:30 a.m. sharp. Judging Categories: Ages 0-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12, Group.

Trick-or-Treating will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Amery Area Businesses. Look for the orange pumpkin posted on participating business’ doors.

All events open to the public.

Sponsored by Amery Community Club and Amery Area Businesses.

The Amery Woman’s Club will meet Monday, November 4th at Amery Ale Works, upper level.. 5P Social time and 6P Dinner. Steak Chili with toppings. Vegetarian meal also available. There is a cost.

Reservations due by Oct. 26.

Call 715-268-2136. Member Arts is the featured program.

Kid Halloween Bash Come and support the Wanderoos Area Community club at our Kid Halloween Bash on Saturday, October 26 at the UW Wanderoos Shed. There is a fee.

Hayride will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and trunk or treat from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Halloween Carnival in the shed with ring toss, crafts, carving pumpkins, hot dogs and nachos, and much more! Costumes are encouraged!

NOVEMBER 1-30 Operation Christmas For those living in Polk County who wish to receive gifts or anyone who would like to contribute or volunteer for the program, please contact Alberta at 1-844-226-0051 during the month of November only between the hours of 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. You must reside in Polk County to be eligible to receive gifts and must have an appointment. Must also have children 0-18 years old or still in high school.

NOVEMBER 8 Poco Penners Writers’ Group

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Talented group of volunteers The Amery Woman’s Club is a service organization whose motto is “Living the Volunteer Spirit!” The Club is engaged is a variety of service projects in the Amery area as well as with the General Federation of Women’s Club at the state and national level.

At the October meeting of AWC, members shared their various time and talent experiences that go beyond the Club. From tutoring English Language Learners to building homes with Habitat for Humanity in Hungary, members related their volunteer activities. Pictured here is Sue Clausen, who with Club Member Colleen Adams and their husbands, Dave and Jim, care for Bluebird houses along the Namakagon Barrens Wildlife Area. They maintain, monitor the houses, counting eggs, chicks and bluebirds fledged.

The findings are reported to the Bluebird Association and the DNR.

Swiss Steak Dinner Redeemer Lutheran Church will host a Swiss Steak Dinner on Friday, November 1 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Swiss steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetables, baked beans, cranberries, rolls, dessert and beverages will be available.

There is a fee. Partial funding

by Thrivent Financial.

Redeemer is located at 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery.

NOVEMBER 20 Christian Based Cancer Support Group The next Christian Based Cancer Support Group meeting is Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at the Amery Public Library meeting room at 10 a.m. Everyone is welcome! For more information call 715-2686957.

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NOVEMBER 21 Amery Area Historical Society

NOVEMBER 2 Historical Society Open House November 2 from 10 a.m. to Noon an Open House will be held at the Amery Area Historical Society (AAHS) Museum, located in the lower level of the Amery Area Public Library.

Do you or your family have stories regarding support for WWII? Attend the November 2 open house or November 21 membership meeting to share stories. We welcome all memorabilia.

Bazaar

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The November Poco Penners writers’ group meeting will be held at 1:00 p.m., November 8, at the Balsam Lake Public Library.

HOW TO REACH US: Our offices are located at 215 Keller Ave. S. We are open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every weekday. Call: (715) 268-8101 or fax at (715) 268-5300, or visit www.theameryfreepress.com.

Trinity Lutheran Church, 1578 85th Ave/Cty Rd F, west of Amery, is hosting their annual Bazaar Saturday, November 2 from 9:30 am to 1 p.m.

Complimentary coffee all day. Lunch special: barbecue or stacked ham sandwich plate.

Also serving lefse, rommegrat, fruit soup and pie. Large selection of baked goods. Quilt sale, crafts, soaps, towels, mittens, unique wood decor, decorative bird houses, silent auction items, gift basket raffle, campership raffle with three

cash prizes, a coffee table and a queen size quilt.

Roast Beef Dinner East Immanuel Lutheran Church will be hosting a Roast Beef Dinner on Saturday, November 2 from 4 to 7 p.m. There is a fee.

On the menu: roast beef, real mashed potatoes and gravy, rutabagas, salad, rolls, pie and beverage. Takeouts are available. There will also be baked goods for sale.

East Immanuel is 5 miles south of Amery on Hwy 46 then west on 20th Ave., 1 mile to 120th St., and north on 120th.

NOVEMBER 3 Fall Harvest Dinner Little Falls Lutheran Church will host its annual Fall Harvest Dinner Sunday, November 3 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

On the menu: turkey, real mashed potatoes, gravy, squash, stuffing, corn, cranberries, rolls, dessert, milk, water and coffee.

November 21 activities will begin with a 2 p.m. board meeting held in the lower level of the Amery Area Public Library.

The 3 p.m. membership meeting begins with a program on Patriotic Citizens of Amery: Support the WWII effort. Members and guests will be able to see our new AV equipment “in action”. Guests are always welcome at membership meetings. Questions? Call Karen at 715-268-6069.

DECEMBER 18 Christian Based Cancer Support Group The next Christian Based Cancer Support Group meeting is Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at the Amery Public Library meeting room at 10 a.m. Everyone is welcome! For more information call 715-2686957.

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Talk less, hear more

BY TOM STANGL FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK

“If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all.”

Many of us have heard this piece of etiquette growing up, if not from our mothers, we knew it from Thumper in the Walt Disney movie “Bambi.”

Like much of the advice your mother gave you, while this gem is correct, it is hard to do in practice.

But oh, how I wish we could make this pearl a high priority Publisher in our lives.

Last week, I attended a meetTom Stangl ing of the Polk County board of supervisors. The board was set to act on a moratorium on concentrated animal feeding operations, more commonly known by the acronym CAFO. The issue of large-scale animal operations got on the radar earlier this year when a permit was filed with the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for a 26,000-animal hog farm in Burnett County.

Burnett and now Polk County have passed moratoriums on CAFOs so the counties can study the impacts of the operations and consider if more restrictive zoning laws need to be passed.

In public meetings, people who oppose these large operations came to give their opinions as did local farmers who were concerned about increased regulations. While it may seem that the two sides are miles apart, they both want clean water and to preserve the beauty of where we live.

It is, however, difficult to see common ground anymore.

At the meeting I attended it seemed like the self-centered “I’m right, you’re an idiot” mentality got the better of many people.

I get it that people are passionate about their beliefs and need to speak up to preserve their livelihoods. We can all get primal when threatened.

But to me as the impartial third-party observer, the people who carried the most weight were the ones who saw where the other side is coming from. It is difficult to help someone who insults you as a human being simply because you have a different point of view.

I used to think that people got this way only over large topics like religion, abortion and football. (It’s a joke, work with me people). Regular readers of this column know that I often opine about the caustic effects of the internet and social media on our interactions in real life. I firmly believe that too much screen time and too little face to face time have damaged our empathy as a society.

I hope as the calendar turns to 2020 and we are once again forced to undergo a national political campaign we can find a way to look for common ground with our neighbors. It shouldn’t take a tragedy or an emergency for us to be able to relate to one another.

My late father Arved (aka The Chief) always used to say “no one ever learned anything when they were talking.” I usually was trying to get my way when he said this to me. The fact is he was right. If we want to be heard, we need to listen.

I’m sure a reasonable accommodation can be reached on nearly any issue if we simply begin and end with an open mind and a closed mouth.

Like the advice from Thumper’s mom, it will be hard to do this, but we can, really.

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.

Much too young to feel this dang old

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

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n his 1981 record, “The Pressure Is On” Hank Williams Junior sang, “All my rowdy friends have settled down.” This past week I came to the conclusion that Williams must not be friends with any Packer fans because there was nothing settled down about my jaunt to Lambeau Field to watch the Packers take on the Detroit Lions.

As I mentioned a few weeks ago, last Editor week was my first April Ziemer trip to Title Town.

The excitement in the air was like nothing I had ever experienced before and it was enough to keep my eyes open and blood pumping well past my bedtime. The late night was unusual for me. It has become apparent that maybe I am the rowdy friend Williams was crooning about.

That Monday night game was a real treat considering these days my back goes out more than I do.

These aches and pains have really crept up on me. I never thought I would see the day when I became less worried about the space available on my shoe rack and become more concerned about if there is enough room in the medicine cabinet for the jumbo bottle of Ibuprofen.

There have been other signs that

I am turning into a fossil. I remember when I was younger my Grandfather always referred to a young lady as “The Johnson girl” or “The Robinson girl.” I always found that to be amusing. Recently when someone asked me who had been crowned Miss Congeniality during Fall Festival. I responded, “The Williamson girl.” In that moment I realized I was turning into my dear ol’ Granddad. Please forgive me Ella. I know who you are. I think you are a bright and talented neighbor with a beautiful name. I hope you will cut me a break because lets face it…I am getting old.

I find my most gut wrenching decision of each day is not what lip-gloss matches my shirt best, but what to have for dinner. By 9 a.m.

I am contemplating what to feed the family that evening. By Noon, I might be scrolling the internet for recipes. By 3 p.m. I am wondering if I have Cumin at home for said recipes (I probably have four in the spice drawer). By 5 p.m. I am walking into Dick’s Market for frozen pizza and by 5:15 p.m. the obviously blind cashier is asking if I qualify for the “Senior Discount.” What the heck, if she offers I guess it’s only right for me to take it.

Another sign that I may no longer be a spring chicken…I have decided to start sending money to PBS. I recently watched an amazing series on Country music while tuning into the Public Television station. Never once did they solicit for funds during the programming.

I do know though, if I wish to keep

informed on facts pertaining to the music of Peter, Paul and Mary or South Dakota’s Catfish Bay, then I better cough up some cash.

Speaking of PBS music shows, you might wonder what types of tunes really speak to my soul these days? Funk, Heavy Metal, Country-Western full of twang? Actually it is “Elevator Music.” The only thing more soothing than a little Captain and Tennille quietly playing in the background is a handful of Tums.

I am reminded numerous times daily that I am not as young as I used to be (which is good because I forget things easily). Although I am a few years older than by better half, I have figured out that he too is quickly turning into an old coot.

My hubby no longer turns down the lights as a sign that romance is in the air; instead it is to save money on the electric bill.

The thing is I may feel ancient and tired, but these are honestly the best years of my life. There is absolutely nothing more rewarding than watching my children grow. It is just a little more enjoyable since my hearing is getting worse and I cannot hear them when they are fighting with each other.

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

Feel free to email me at editor@ theameryfreepress.com, write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery WI. 54001 or I can be reached by phone at 715268-8101.

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Submit your letters via email to editor@ theameryfreepress.com, by mail to the Amery Free Press, P.O. Box 424 Amery, WI 54001, or by fax to 715-268-5300.

We reserve the right to edit for accuracy,

clarity, libel, and civility.

General letters to the editor are limited to 400 words or less. Readers may submit one letter for consideration every 30 days.

Letters must include the writer’s full name, address, and phone number (address and phone number will not be printed). Anonymous letters will not be

published. Only letters originating from writers who live, have lived or work in the Amery Free Press circulation area or have some other relevance to the community area will be published. Special rules apply to election-related letters.

For questions about policies on letters contact the editor at 715-268-8101

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Polk County arrests Alec Anthony Gutierrez, 23, Centuria, was arrested October 7 for disorderly conduct.

Andrew Ronald Hornstein, 34, Clayton, was arrested October 1 for arson of property other than building, theft, felony bail jumping, damage to property and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Marie A. Morgan, 35, Hayward, was arrested October 7 for a probation warrant and obstructing an officer.

Zachary Joseph Nusman, 24, Cokato, MN, was arrested October 7 for possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Lucas D. Lerew, 39, Dresser, was arrested October 8 for misdemeanor battery.

Rebecca Marie Baker, 35, Sponer, was arrested October 7 for unauthorized use of personal identification, obstructing an officer and a probation hold.

Troy Lawrence Cummings, 40, Forest Lake, MN, was arrested October 9 for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and a misdemeanor warrant.

Jessica Kayleigh Pearson, 33, Blaine, MN, was arrested October 9 for possession of methamphetamine and two felony warrants.

Elizabeth Anne Green, 36, New Richmond, was arrested October 10 for possession of THC and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Scott Allen Kobs, 54, Balsam Lake, was arrested October 13 for possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of methamphetamine and a probation hold.

Andrew Scott Koethe, 31, Frederic, was arrested October 13 for domestic disorderly conduct and misdemeanor bail jumping.

Shaleah F. Reynolds, 31, Frederic, was arrested October 13 for domestic disorderly conduct and a probation hold.

Alexander Phillip Axtell, 23, Shafer, MN, was arrested October 14 for possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Chad R. Daniels, 46, Luck, was arrested October 12 for OWI (2nd).

Kayla Marie Evans, 19, Webster, was arrested October 7 for a probation hold.

Stephen Joseph Mead, 28, St. Paul, MN, was arrested October 7 for a probation hold.

Micheal Lawrence Nelson, 36, St. Croix Falls, was arrested October 7 for a probation hold.

Timothy C. Raney, 27, Star Prairie, was arrested October 7 for a probation hold.

Gabriel D. Walbridge, 39, Amery, was arrested October 8 for a probation hold.

Scott S. Kush, 45, Amery, was arrested October 11 for failure to appear.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Our Shared Values This Thursday, the Polk-Burnett Farmers Union is hosting Feeding Our Community: Family Farms and Rural Economic Development a presentation by food systems analyst Ken Meter at 6pm in the Amery High School Cafeteria. Meter’s presentation will make the case that increasing the capacity of local farms to produce and sell directly in our region could improve farm viability, increase the number of farms on the land and boost rural economies. We’ll also serve up a light fare prepared by local restaurants made with ingredients from local farms after the talk.

The idea for hosting this event originated with the Design Amery process highlighted in the Free Press two weeks ago.

Our thought was that as community leaders contemplate Amery’s future, let’s insert

agriculture into the discussion.

Polk County is home to many types and sizes of farms, and has a strong agricultural tradition – why not make the case that our future is local food?

We are in a time of struggle and tension all across farm country; however, this meeting is not about small vs. large, conventional vs. organic or farmer vs. consumer. This is about coming together to learn and to explore ideas and share hopes for our future. This is an opportunity to imagine agriculture more broadly – not just focused on the CAFO debate. In seeking to envision that future, and with Ken Meter’s talk on Thursday, I’d like to offer some common ground – a place to work from together, regardless of our position on the “hog in the room” We can all agree that: Farmers want to keep on farming, and make a living selling what we

raise. We want more farms on the land, and not less. We want to see our communities grow, and not shrink. We want our schools to increase in enrollment, not decrease or go away. We can agree that either our farm or a farm we know is struggling. Clean water and air are essential, and we are responsible for building up our soils. We want to maintain our county’s natural and cultural assets: farms, small towns, lakes, rivers, and diverse outdoor recreational activities.

Our shared future can be based on what we hold in common. Let’s amplify what we share, be good neighbors and build on what’s best. We hope to see you Thursday night, 6pm in the Amery High School Cafeteria.

Jason Montgomery-Riess Polk-Burnett Farmers Union – Chapter President Amery, WI

Polk County marriage licenses Carson William James Kulow and Elise Pauline Kolo of Osceola are to be married November 2, 2019.

Richard H. Pederson and Dorie Lynn Pederson of Milltown were married October 20, 2019.

Amery Police Report 10/11/19-10/17/19 10/11/19, 06:17 a.m., Suspicious activity 10/11/19, 01:36 p.m., Disturbance 10/11/19, 05:08 p.m., Animal control call 10/11/19, 06:47 p.m., Welfare check 10/11/19, 11:11 p.m., Animal control call 10/12/19, 02:20 p.m., Residential alarm 10/12/19, 05:16 p.m., Assist other agency 10/12/19, 10:14 p.m., Welfare check 10/13/19, 05:46 a.m., Traffic complaint 10/13/19, 09:55 a.m., Assist other agency 10/13/19, 11:36 a.m., Assist other agency 10/13/19, 04 p.m., Assist in civil matter 10/14/19, 12:26 a.m., Disturbance 10/14/19, 08:03 a.m., Animal control call 10/14/19, 08:15 a.m., Juvenile call 10/14/19, 11:15 a.m., Animal control call 10/14/19, 01:01 p.m., Suspicious activity 10/14/19, 07 p.m., Assist in property exchange 10/14/19, 11:31 p.m., Assist other agency 10/15/19, 03:41 p.m., Juvenile call 10/15/19, 06:58 p.m., Vehicle lockout 10/15/19, 07:33 p.m., Assist other agency 10/15/19, 08:28 p.m., Noise complaint 10/15/19, 08:30 p.m., Disturbance 10/16/19, 12:20 p.m., Vehicle lockout 10/16/19, 02 p.m., Vehicle lockout 10/16/19, 04:31 p.m., Assist other agency 10/16/19, 10 p.m., Disturbance 10/17/19, 10:55 a.m., Juvenile call 10/17/19, 01 p.m., Juvenile call 10/17/19, 01:38 p.m., Mental health call 10/17/19, 02 p.m., Assist other agency 10/17/19, 03 p.m., Juvenile call 10/17/19, 08:45 p.m., Assist other agency

ARRESTS : Ryan G. Tulgren, 39 of New Richmond. Domestic Abuse-Battery, Probation Hold Tyler Wiseman, 18 of Amery. Disorderly Conduct

Netherland to fill vacancy created by Osborne

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

In a statement released by Malia Malone, Polk County Corporation Counsel, October 21, it was announced Polk County’s newest Administrator is Vincent Netherland.

Malone said, “I have accepted a shortterm Interim appointment to serve as the County Administrator for Polk County. My role as Corporation Counsel is legally incompatible with the role of County Administrator; therefore I will be taking a leave of absence as Corporation Counsel. Mr. Joseph Loso, who has proved to be an extremely competent attorney in his short tenure as Assistant Corporation Counsel, has graciously agreed to take on the responsibilities of Interim Corporation Counsel during this time.”

She said during the County Board meeting held last week, the Board provided staff with direction on filling

the vacancy created when Mr. Osborne resigned. “Based upon that direction, our team approached Vincent Netherland, who was a finalist during the last round of County Administrator recruitment. We were able to negotiate an agreement within the parameters set by the Board and I am pleased to announce that Mr. Netherland will be our new County Administrator,” said Malone.

Malia Malone Polk County Corporation Counsel She said Mr. Netherland’s appointment came with significant County Board support. “Mr. Nether-

‘In my interactions with him he has expressed a real understanding of the challenges facing our organization.’

land joins us after a long and successful career in the private sector and currently is the Director of the Polk County Economic Development Corporation. Although his current office is housed in the Government Center, the Economic Development Corporation is not a County department. However, his location in the Government Center has allowed him to develop good working relationships with many County staff and this will serve to set him up for success.”

“He also has a strong educational background in public policy and public administration. Personally, I believe Mr. Netherland will bring a calming leadership style to the County. In my interactions with him he has expressed a real understanding of the challenges facing our organization,” said Malone.

It is anticipated Netherland will begin his tenure in the position November 21, 2019. At that time, Malone will return to her role as Corporation Counsel.

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Vincent Netherland

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OCTOBER 22, 2019

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110 Years Ago November 11, 1909

Both men reported that the intruders were masked in some manner with authorities convinced from their descriptions that they were wearing nylon hose over their faces.

Sheriff Jim Moore reports that armed robbers broke into the home of an elderly couple near Baldwin about 3 a.m., Monday morning.

It is believed that they are the same gang.

Clayton voted to incorporate as a village. First president was Theo. Eckstrom. Trustees included Otto Eckstrom, Theo.

Olson, and Fred Hansing.

All city water not paid by Friday is to be shut off and a $1 fine levied for turning it on again.

100 Years Ago October 30, 1919

45 Years Ago October 24, 1974

Hunter Accidentally Shot Mack Fleming who has made his home with E. K. Hill and who caught the sensational game of ball for the Amery team at the Polk County fair this fall was very seriously injured the first of the week while duck hunting north of this city.

He was either taking his gun out of a boat or putting it into the boat when it was accidentally discharged. The load entered the under-part of the left arm beneath the shoulder but luckily the gun was not horizontal enough to pass through the bone or shoulder but tore away the flesh from the arm Yesterday’s and back.

He was News rushed immeDiane Stangl diately to the hospital and given medical attention and it is thought that he will not lose the use of the arm.

New Deer Park Phone Service Coming

1978 Amery High School Volleyball Squad Members of the 1978 Warrior girls volleyball squad are pictured above. The team posted a 30-24 record for the year. Players kneeling from left are: Patti Ritcey, Peggy Beecroft, Judy Knutson, Mitzi Cwayna, Teresa Belisle and Linda Utgard. Standing from left are: Coach Judy Collier, Carrie Framsted, Marcia Nelson, Vonnie Arneson, Diane Williamson, Diane Gehrman and Manager Lori Niemann.

Monday morning, October 21 on another warrant.

Peterson was at liberty on a $2,000 bail bond and the officers of the creamery became suspicious that he was about to jump his bail and therefore caused the latter warrant to be issued.

Undersheriff James Olson made the arrest at four o’clock Monday morning just as the fugitive was about to make his getaway. We are informed that two large cars were standing in front of the Peterson home with motors running, all ready for the hurried departure with his destination said to have been California.

Train Hits Automobile Hotel Hart to Reopen P. C. Amundson who recently purchased the Hart Hotel property in this city has leased it to S. S. Hall and this former popular hostelry will be reopened for business about Nov. 15th. Mr. Hall operated the Hart Hotel for a number of years, very successfully, and the traveling public will welcome this popular management’s return to Amery.

The interior has been refurbished throughout with fine new furniture and equipment and every room has been refinished and renovated in the best possible manner, which with the Hall’s pleasing and highly efficient management assure visitors in Amery excellent hotel accommodations.

Rush Fay Building B. Fennimore arrived from Barron Monday to erect the new Fay block and now has his crew busy with the superstructure. Nels and Melvin Framsted will begin the brickwork in a few days and everything possible will be done to rush the work to an early completion.

90 Years Ago October 24, 1929 Atlas Creamery Embezzler Tries to Jump Bond John B. Peterson who was arrested some time ago for the embezzlement of $5,000 from the funds of the Atlas Creamery Company was arrested

Hans Nelson, 71, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Hanson, 50 and 49, and John Peterson, 46, all of River Falls, were instantly killed when a special train crashed into the car in which they were riding, at the Omaha crossing four miles north of Hudson.

A. F. Kohl who had stopped a few rods down the road to repair a tire was the eyewitness and he is of the opinion that the driver of the ill fated car drove onto the crossing without seeing the train and was unable to cross in time to avoid the accident.

The victims of the wreck were enroute north on a fishing trip.

Frank Bergstrand Badly Burned The garage, woodshed and machine shed on the Frank Bergstrand farm on Route three burned to the ground last Saturday evening together with the contents, with the exception of the family car, which was saved.

The fire, which started in the woodshed, was discovered about seven o’clock in the evening. Mr. Bergstrand suffered very severe burns to both hands while trying to extinguish the flames and save his property.

75 Years Ago October 26, 1944 Boy Injured in Eye by BB Shot Richard Luhman, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ruben Luhman of

Deer Park this week is in the Miller hospital where a battle is being waged to save the sight of one of his eyes as the result of BB shot.

Richard was first taken to the Amery Hospital for treatment and then sent to the city hospital where it is doubtful that normal vision can ever be restored. The shot in the eye resulted when he and his playmates became careless in the use of BB guns.

This case is being cited by the Minneapolis Society for the Prevention of Blindness as an example in a drive to stamp out the carelessness with the air rifle.

In issuing a statement on the use of BB gun the society says, “Our most dangerous toy! It doesn’t kill the rabbit. It won’t kill a Jap, and it can’t kill a German. But it can put a boy’s eye out!”

50 Years Ago October 30, 1969 Youths Buying Glue Several retail establishments in Amery have taken glue used in constructing plastic models off their shelves.

In the past week, youngsters of junior high school age have purchased large quantities of the glue, possibly for sniffing.

Medical authorities warn that sniffing glue can permanently damage the brain or cause death.

In the past five years, young people have used a variety of methods to “turn on” besides sniffing glue. Freon in aerosol cans, dried banana skins, and misuse of non-prescription medications has taken hundreds of lives each year.

Authorities ask parents to explain the dangers of the current craze to their children.

Vehicles Must Park Off Streets After Nov. 1 City ordinances prohibit on street parking from 1-6 a.m. during the period Nov. 1 to Apr. 15. Police Chief Burt Millermon asked cooperation from city residents to reduce the effort of enforcing the ordinance.

Leaving a vehicle parked on the street during the prohibited period will draw a fine, the chief emphasized.

Rob Two Farm Homes Armed robbers entered two rural farm homes in the Amery area Tuesday evening, Oct. 28, and took cash and weapons. In both cases they selected isolated homes occupied by elderly men.

At 9 p.m., four men broke down the door at the home of John Haroldson, near Little Falls, while he slept. They held him at bay with a pistol and shotgun.

Forcing the victim to lie down, one of the robbers held the pistol next to Haroldson’s head causing a bruise. A pillow was placed over his head, while they tied him with television antenna lead-in wire.

After threatening Haroldson, the armed men asked how much money he had in the bank.

They fled after taking $40 and ripping the ignition from his car. Haroldson walked to the Carney Bottolfson farm where the sheriff was notified.

Sheriff’s deputies are checking fingerprints taken at the scene.

About an hour later, three armed men entered Morris Olson’s farm home located on highway 65 just south of county road K near Wanderoos.

Asleep at the time, Olson said three men walked through an unlocked door and found him in bed. He was tied with an electric cord while the masked men ransacked the house.

Besides $80 in cash, they took a .22 rifle, a 12-gauge shotgun, and a book of blank checks. A telephone was ripped from the wall.

Two shots were fired in the house.

The second victim walked to the highway where he attempted to flag down a car. The vehicle failed to stop, but notified the sheriff. Olson then walked to a neighbor’s home.

His son, Wendell, who also lives in the house, was bowling in Amery at the time of the incident.

One-party telephone service for persons on the Deer Park exchange will begin at midnight on Thursday, Oct. 31, according to George Griffin, president of the Amery Telephone Co.

40 Years Ago October 23, 1979 Robbers Hit Pharmacy Law enforcement officials continue to look for three armed men who tied up about 15 customers and employees at Lee’s Drug Store in Glenwood City Friday night and made off with narcotics and money.

Store owner Chuck Rasmussen was kicked in the ribs several times and Dr. P. W. Limberg suffered facial cuts when he was beaten with a sawed off shotgun.

The gunmen wore Halloween-style costumes, wigs and makeup.

They entered the front door of the store and left through the back door about four minutes later with $1,185 in cash and a “large amount” of narcotics.

Fifteen employees and customers were herded into a back room and tied up. Their billfolds and purses were taken.

One robber held a sawed off shotgun while the other two carried pistols.

Dr. Limberg entered the drug store during the holdup through the back door and accosted one of the robbers. He was subsequently struck in the face with a shotgun.

Glenwood City Police Chief Ray Ista and Sheriff’s Deputy Ronald Volkert arrived on the scene about two minutes after the robbers left the store.

The robber’s get-away car was found burning about 7½ miles south of Glenwood City.

Witnesses reported that the three robbers conversed in what appeared to be crude Spanish.

Haunted House set by Jaycees Amery Jaycees will host a haunting experience again this year at the Halloween Haunted House.

Ghosts, goblins and assorted ghouls will be greeting visitors Oct. 26, 27, 28 and 31 at the former George’s Auction House building, 113 South Elm Street, in Amery.

Jaycees recommend children be at least 8 years of age to participate. Youngsters under that age should be accompanied by an adult.

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Jayme Closs: 1 year after abduction, I’m feeling stronger BARRON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin girl whose parents were fatally shot before she was kidnapped and held captive for 88 days before escaping from her abductor said she’s feeling stronger every day and is thankful for the kindness and concern expressed to her from people all over the country in the year after the crime.

Jayme Closs issued a statement Monday October 14, a day before the oneyear anniversary of the fatal shootings and abduction at her home near Barron in northwest Wisconsin. Closs said she is getting back to the activities she enjoys and loves hanging out with her friends.

The statement was read by family attorney Chris Gramstrup at a news conference at the Barron County Sheriff’s Department.

“She continues to work very, very hard on her emotional well-being,” Gramstrup said. “She’s moving forward courageously and reclaiming her life. Her incredible spirit and strength continues to inspire everyone around her.”

Grampstrup says Jayme, who has celebrated her 14th birthday, inherited her strength and soft heart from her father and mother. James and Denise Closs were killed at their home Oct. 15, 2018

by Jake Patterson who abducted Jayme.

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Barron County Sheriff, Chris Fitzgerald is shown during a press conference October 14 where members from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and the department made statements to the community marking the one year anniversary of the Closs case.

According to the criminal complaint, the then-21-year-old Patterson told investigators he knew Jayme “was the girl he was going to take” after he saw her getting on a school bus near her home. He made two aborted trips to the family’s home before carrying out the attack in which he killed Jayme’s moth-

Funding approved for additional drug investigator

BY TOM STANGL TSTANGL@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Polk County will be adding at least one new staff member to the sheriff’s department following actions taken by the county board Oct. 15 During a discussion of a resolution about publishing notice of the 2020 budget, Supervisor Chris Nelson suggested adding a full-time drug investigator to the budget. Nelson told the board that the position would cost an estimated $130,000.

After the salary and benefits number was revealed, Chief Deputy Chad Roberts told the board that the actual cost would be closer to $117,000.

Roberts was asked if there was any grant funding currently available to help pay for the additional position. He told the board there currently isn’t any funding available, but there is a possibility that federal funds could be made available for a grant program in the coming year.

Roberts indicated the department would be applying for funds to be used for additional staff to deal with domestic violence. He told the board he believes an application for domestic violence follow up would have a better chance of being funded.

“The two issues our department deals with every day are meth and domestic violence,”

Roberts said.

Finance Director Maggie Wickre when asked about funding the position told the board that there would be room to do so if the board made the maximum levy and used carryover funds from 2019.

“This (meth) is more important than anything we are facing,” Nelson said, adding “we have an epidemic in the county.”

Supervisor Brad Olson, referring to the funding request and the moratorium passed earlier in the evening regarding concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) said “Manure is not a problem, drugs are.”

After a discussion of what items could be trimmed from department budget, a motion authorizing the inclusion of the position was passed.

In other action the board: • Voted to pursue contract crushing at the lime quarry for a two-year trial period.

• Voted to evaluate expanding the county’s authority over “public nuisances beyond those that rise to the level of human health hazards.” The board heard that some township officials would like help from dealing with nuisance enforcement. Several supervisors expressed concerns about pitting neighbors against each other and the “slippery slope” of the county entering into enforcement.

er in front of her, the complaint said.

In the days that followed, thousands of people volunteered to search for Jayme. Patterson hid Jayme in a remote cabin in Gordon, about 60 miles (97 kilometers) north of Barron, before she escaped and got help from a woman walking her dog.

Jayme told police that on the night she was abducted, she awoke to her dog’s barking, then woke her parents as a car came up the driveway. Her father went to the front door as Jayme and her mother hid in a bathtub, according to the complaint. Jayme told police she heard a gunshot and knew her dad had been killed.

Patterson — dressed in black and wearing a facemask — broke down the bathroom door, according to the complaint. He taped Jayme’s mouth, hands and ankles before pulling her out of the bathtub and shooting her mother in the head, the complaint said.

He dragged Jayme outside, threw her in the trunk of his car and drove off, according to the complaint.

When Patterson left the cabin or had friends over, he sealed her under the bed with tote boxes and weights so she couldn’t crawl out, sometimes for hours, according to the complaint.

When his father visited, Patterson told investigators, he turned up the radio to conceal any noise she might make.

She escaped Jan. 10 when Patterson was away.

Patterson is serving life in prison with no chance of parole.

Wisconsin Supreme Court agrees to hear veto challenge

BY SCOTT BAUER ASSOCIATED PRESS

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Supreme Court agreed Wednesday to hear a case brought by a conservative law firm seeking to dramatically scale back the ability of governors to change the intent of legislators through partial budget vetoes.

The Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty brought the case in July after Democratic Gov. Tony Evers made 78 partial vetoes to the state budget passed by the Republican-controlled Legislature. The Supreme Court, which is controlled 5-2 by conservatives, agreed to take the case as requested, skipping the usual process of lawsuits working their way up from lower courts first.

The case seeks to reverse more than four decades of precedent upholding the governor's broad veto power. The lawsuit specifically seeks to overturn four of Evers' 78 partial vetoes, arguing that he improperly and unlawfully used his broad constitutional powers to create new laws never approved by the Legislature.

The court will hear oral arguments in the coming months and likely issue a decision in the summer.

“Governor Evers abused his partial veto to create new laws out of whole cloth,” said Rick Esenberg, president of the group bringing the lawsuit. “The people of Wisconsin never intended the check on legislative power the governors' veto represents to permit the governor to legislate on his own. We are pleased the court agreed that Governor Evers' recent use of the partial veto warrants judicial review.”

Evers' spokeswoman, Britt Cudaback, didn't address the state Supreme Court's decision to

take the case directly. She defended the vetoes, however, saying they “were entirely consistent with the Wisconsin Constitution, decades of decisions by the Wisconsin Supreme Court, and vetoes by prior governors.”

Evers shrugged off the lawsuit when it was filed as an attempt to re-fight old political battles.

The governor's veto powers are spelled out in the Wisconsin Constitution. The lawsuit does not challenge those powers, but instead how Evers used them, arguing that he violated the separation of powers between the legislative and executive branches by creating new laws never intended by the Legislature.

Republican lawmakers are pushing a constitutional amendment, which voters would have to approve, that would prohibit governors from increasing funding through a partial veto, as Evers did this year. A Senate committee held a hearing on that measure this week.

Wisconsin governors, both Republican and Democratic, have long used the broad partial veto power to reshape the state budget. Former Republican Gov. Scott Walker issued 98 partial vetoes in his last budget in 2017 and 104 in the one before that. Former Republican Gov. Tommy Thompson holds the record with 457 partial vetoes in 1991.

Esenberg said at the time the lawsuit was filed that it wasn't targeting Evers, but rather addressing an “important principle” and that the group just didn't get around to challenging it sooner.

Lawmakers and voters have been attempting to scale back the governor's veto power almost since it was created in 1930. Since 1935, there have been 25 constitutional amendments proposed to limit the governor's power.

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AREA CHURCHES AMERY CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave. Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, October 23: 1 pm Money Management Make-Up Class; 3:30 pm Homework and Hangout; 5:45 pm Youth Dinner; 6:30 pm Preparation for Youth Service.

Thursday, October 24: 9:30 am Senior Dining Hall Open; 5:30 pm Women’s Bible Study; 7 pm Money Management.

Friday, October 25: 9:30 am Senior Dining Hall Open.

Saturday, October 26: 4 pm Haunted Hayride/Youth Lock-In. Sunday, October 27: 10 am Youth Service; Bake Sale Before and After Service; 11:15 am Missions and Social Concerns Meeting; Lefse Making After Worship.

AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor, www.ameryflc.org Every Sunday: 9 am Sunday School; 10:15 am Worship Service; 6 pm Small Group Bible Studies in homes.

Wednesdays: 9:30 am Small Group Women’s Bible Study in home; 7 pm Youth Group.

Call the church office for details 715-268-9218.

APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 US Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday School for All Ages; 10:15 am Coffee and Fellowship; 10:30 am Morning Worship.

Monday: 6:30 pm Women’s Bible Study.

Tuesday: 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study.

Wednesday: 10 am Men’s Bible Study; 5:30 pm One-Way Club for Kids.

BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor 507-459-1141, Church 715-2689291, www.balsamlutheranchurch.org.

Sunday worship 10:15 am. Holy Communion 2nd & 3rd Sundays.

CENTERPOINT, 740 Maple Drive, St. Croix Falls (High school) Dick Enerson, pastor Sunday: 10-11:15 am 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, New Richmond Jack Philips, Evangelist, 715-497-7596 Sunday: 9 am Bible Study; 10 am Worship.

Wednesday: 6:30 pm Bible Study and Devotions.

CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship.

DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11 am Worship.

DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, October 23: 7 am HS Breakfast Club at Our Savior’s; 6 pm Confirmation, JAM and Dad’s Group at Little Falls; 7:15 pm Confirmation Rehearsal at Little Falls; 7:30 pm Choir Practice at Deronda.

Thursday, October 24: 9 am Deronda Quilting, Little Falls Quilting.

Sunday, October 27: Confirmation Sunday; 8 am Little Falls Worship; 9:30 am Trinity Worship; 11 am Deronda Worship.

Tuesday, October 29: 9 am Staff Meeting at Trinity.

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

EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 am Worship service; 9:30 am Children’s Church.

Tuesday: Women’s Ministry; 9 am Bible Study.

EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Sunday, October 27: 9:30 am GIFT; 10:30 am Worship.

Tuesday, October 29: 9 am Quilting.

EAST LINCOLN ALLIANCE, 735 70th Ave., Amery 715-268-2350 www.eastlincolnalliance.com Eric Danielson and Randy Schussman, pastors Sunday: 8:45 am Prayer Meeting; 9 am Coffee and Fellowship; 9:30 am 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 pm every Wednesday.

EL SALEM BAPTIST/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER, Dresser, Darryl R. Olson, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday school; 10:35 am Worship; 6 pm Sunday evening.

Wednesday: 7 pm Bible Study.

ELIM LUTHERAN, Range, Dan Watland, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship.

Holy Communion 2nd and 3rd Sundays.

Council 3rd Tuesday at 6 pm FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East (across from public beach on Co. Rd. I) Balsam Lake, 715-4853800, Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 am Sunday worship; Communion first and last Sunday.

Wednesday: 6:15 pm Christian Education; 7 pm Worship; 7:30 pm Youth Group.

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

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 pm Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 am Wednesday evening service 7:15-7:45 pm FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, October 23: 6 pm Confirmation; 6-9 pm 9th Grade Confirmation Retreat; Hi League.

Thursday, October 24: 8 am Bible Study; 8:30 am Quilters; 7 pm Al Anon.

Friday, October 25: Youth/Families at Jim’s Apple Farm & Valley Scare.

Sunday, October 27: 8 am Confirmation Photos; 9 am Worship & Confirmation; 10:15 am Choir, Sunday School.

Tuesday, October 29: 7:30 am Women’s Bible Study.

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com, Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, October 23: 5:30 pm Confirmation Rehearsal; 6:15 pm 7th & 8th Grade Confirmation; 7:30 pm 9th Grade Confirmation.

Sunday, October 27: Reformation Day; 8:30 am Contemporary Worship; 9:30 am Fellowship; 9:40 am Sunday School; 10 am Traditional Worship with Confirmation Service; 11 am Fellowship; 7 pm Choir Practice.

Monday, October 28: 7 pm Evening Grace Circle at Church.

Tuesday, October 29: 9 am Lefse Making for Smorgasbord; 1 pm Prayer Shawl Meeting.

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

FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 am Worship.

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

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

GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, Ellery W. Groth, pastor 715-491-4330 Sunday: 8:30 am Worship.

HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX, 511 1st St., Clayton, 715948-2493, htoc@amerytel.net, Chris Wojcik, pastor Sundays: 9:30 am Divine Liturgy.

HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST, 1606 165th Ave., Centuria, on CTH I between Balsam Lake and Centuria, Yul Kwon, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship and Sunday School.

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

Wednesday: 6:30 pm Family Christian Education; 7:30 pm Confirmation.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, 65th Ave., rural Clayton, Margaret Grant, pastor Sunday: 8:30 am Worship.

Wednesday: 6:30 pm Family Christian Education; 7:30 pm Confirmation.

JOURNEY CHURCH, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Derek Downs, Lead Pastor, 715-268-2223, www.journeychurch.city, office@journeychurch.city Every Sunday: 9 am Worship Service; Nursery for ages 0-3 is offered. Kids Zone Children’s Church ages preschool-4th grade will meet downstairs during the sermon! No Sunday School during the summer.

2nd Sunday of the Month: 6-7 pm Praise and Prayer Night (Except June 12 & July 10) Mondays: 8:30 am Moms In Prayer.

Wednesdays: 8:30 am - 9:45 am Women’s Bible Study (Beginning Nov. 6) Thursdays: 8:30 am Prayer Group. Open to anyone with a heart of prayer; 5-7 pm Latino Bible Study.

Saturdays: 7 am Men’s Bible Study (Meets in the Teen Center).

LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery, Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, October 23: 7 am HS Breakfast Club at Our Savior’s; 6 pm Confirmation, JAM and Dad’s Group at Little Falls; 7:15 pm Confirmation Rehearsal at Little Falls; 7:30 pm Choir Practice at Deronda.

Thursday, October 24: 9 am Deronda Quilting, Little Falls Quilting.

Sunday, October 27: Confirmation Sunday; 8 am Little Falls Worship; 9:30 am Trinity Worship; 11 am Deronda Worship.

Tuesday, October 29: 9 am Staff Meeting at Trinity.

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

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Simplicity W

“But godliness with contentment is great gain.

For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that.”

1 Timothy 6:6-8 NIV

hen reduced to its bare elements, life is really quite simple, and yet we often make it complicated. We need food and water to live, and not much more, other than perhaps a roof over our head and a few items of clothing. Have you ever looked around your house and asked of everything there whether you could live without it? Most of us could probably get rid of ninety percent of the stuff in our house and be just fine without it. In fact, we might find a huge burden lifted from us by giving it all away. As Mother Teresa said, “The less we have, the more we can give. The more we have, the less we give. There are no complications, and yet we complicate our lives so much, by so many additions.” Likewise, in the ethical and spiritual realm, we tend to complicate things, when it’s really quite simple: love God and love your neighbor. We sometimes use the word “simple” pejoratively, suggesting that someone who is simple is a bit dull, but perhaps we fail to realize that even the “simplest” among us can fulfill the requirements of being a good and godly person. And it may be that there is a special place in God’s heart for these simple souls.

– Christopher Simon

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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED LIVING WORD CHAPEL, 2746 Hwy 64, Forest, Senior Leaders Sean & Libby Higgins, 715-265-4810, we.are. living.word@gmail.com, www.livingwordchapel.com Sunday: 9 am Breakfast and Fellowship; 10:15 am Service; Nursery and Children’s Church Available.

Wednesdays: 6 pm The Study; 7 pm Prayer.

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

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

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 pm.

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

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY, Amery, Craig Jorgenson, pastor Sunday: 10 am Worship.

Tuesday: 6:30 pm Prayer.

Wednesday: 6:30 pm Youth.

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

Wednesday Night Prayer.

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

OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, October 23: 6:30 am Breakfast Club; 12 pm TableTalkMen; 5:30 pm 9th Grade Confirmation Pictures & Meal; 6:15 pm Evening Prayer; 7 pm Choir Practice; 8:15 pm Contemporary Worship Practice.

Thursday, October 24: 8:30 am Bible Study; 7 pm Lyme Edu. Friday, October 25: 5 pm Trunk ‘n’ Treat.

Saturday, October 26: 7 pm AA Meeting.

Sunday, October 27: 9 am Worship with Holy Communion; 10:15 pm Sunday School; 11 am Affirmation of Baptism Service.

Tuesday, October 29: 8:30 am Bible Study; 1 pm Quilting.

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

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

REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery, Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, October 23: 9 am Rummage Sale Setup; 5:30 pm Confirmation; 7:15 pm Choir Practice.

Thursday, October 24: 9 am - 5 pm Fall Rummage Sale; 10 am Pastor Winkel at St. Luke’s in New Richmond.

Friday, October 25: 9 am - 4 pm Fall Rummage Sale.

Sunday, October 27: 9:30 am Worship, Sunday School; 10:30 am Fellowship.

REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE, Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www.reevechurch.org Sunday: 9 am Worship service; 10:15 am Fellowship Time.

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

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

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

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

Morning Prayer 2nd and 4th Sunday at 10:15 am.

ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls www.scuuf.org Sunday: 10 am First three Sundays.

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

Mass: 8 am Thursday.

Mass: 8:30 am Sunday.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC, 1050 Keller Ave. N, Amery, Father Eugene Murphy • 715-268-7717 • stjosephamery.org Wednesday, October 23: 9 am Communion Service instead of Mass.

Thursday, October 24: 6:30 pm GriefShare Meeting.

Friday, October 25: 9 am Communion Service.

Saturday, October 26: 4 pm Mass.

Sunday, October 27: 10:30 am Mass.

Tuesday, October 29: 9 am Communion Service.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor

DEATH NOTICE Friday, October 25-Saturday, October 26: Pastor’s Day Off. Sunday, October 27-Thursday, October. 31: Pastor on Vacation.

Sunday, October 27: 8:45 am Sunday School; 9 am Fellowship; 9:30 am Join Worship at St. Paul’s in Deer Park.

Tuesday, October 29: No Bible Study.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Friday, October 25-Saturday, October 26: Pastor’s Day Off. Sunday, October 27-Thursday, October. 31: Pastor on Vacation.

Sunday, October 27: 8:45 am Sunday School; 9 am Fellowship; 9:30 am Join Worship at St. Paul’s in Deer Park.

Tuesday, October 29: No Bible Study.

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake, John Redlich, pastor 715-645-2230; Head Elder Paul Hasman 715-671-3697 Saturday Services: Adult and Children’s Bible Study 9:30 am; Church 11 am Midweek Service: Wednesday 7 pm Call Head Elder for location in winter months.

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, 644 S. 6th St., Barron, Chapel 715-537-3679 Bishop Kenneth Konesky 715-719-0283 Sunday: 10-11 am Sacrament Meeting; 11:10-Noon Priesthood, Relief Society, Primary, Sunday School.

TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, October 23: 7 am HS Breakfast Club at Our Savior’s; 6 pm Confirmation, JAM and Dad’s Group at Little Falls; 7:15 pm Confirmation Rehearsal at Little Falls; 7:30 pm Choir Practice at Deronda.

Thursday, October 24: 9 am Deronda Quilting, Little Falls Quilting.

Sunday, October 27: Confirmation Sunday; 8 am Little Falls Worship; 9:30 am Trinity Worship; 11 am Deronda Worship.

Tuesday, October 29: 9 am Staff Meeting at Trinity.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinitylutheranchurchofamery.com.

UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake, Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, October 23: 5:30 pm All Church Supper; 6 pm Kid’s Blast, CREW, Adult Study (ALPHA), 7:15 pm Youth Worship Team.

Saturday, October 26: 8 am - 4 pm ALPHA Retreat at Church; Solid Rock Preview Day at LBBC. Sunday, October 27: 8:45 am Sunday School, Confirmation; 9:30 am Youth Worship Team; 10 am Worship Service.

Tuesday, October 28: 8 am Prayer Time; 9:30 am Women’s Bible Study.

UNITED METHODIST, GLENHILLS PARISH Marybeth Scow, pastor Emerald UMC: 8:30 am Worship with Sunday School.

Glenwood City UMC: 9:45 am Worship with Sunday School.

Downing UMC: 11 am Worship with Sunday School.

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Pastor Matt Saarem, Interim Pastor, www. westimmanuel.org Wednesday, October 23: 9 am GECC, Quilters; 6 pm Confirmation Meal, Choir Practice; 7 pm Confirmation Classes.

Sunday, October 27: 9:30 am Worship; 10:30 am Sunday School, Coffee Fellowship.

Monday, October 28: 1-3 pm Powerful Tools for Caregivers Workshop.

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

Tuesday: 9 am Healing Rooms by appointment.

Wednesday: 7 pm Adult Bible Study.

Swiss Steak Dinner Friday Nov. 1 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Redeemer Lutheran Church 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery

Swiss Steak, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Vegetables, Baked Beans, Cranberries, Rolls, Dessert, Beverages Adults $10; Children 6-12 $5; Children under 6 free Partial funding by Thrivent Financial

Violet M. Milligan Violet M. Milligan, 91, formerly of Centuria, WI, passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at Hearthside Assisted Living in Osceola.

Memorial services will be held at Fristad Lutheran Church in Centuria on Monday, November 11th - visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. followed by the service at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Angie Kutney will be officiating.

You are invited to leave condolences, memories and photos at www.rowefh.com . A complete obituary will be posted in the near future. Arrangements are entrusted to Rowe Funeral Home, 715-472-2444 and the Northwest Wisconsin Cremation Center in Milltown.

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OBITUARIES

Harold LeRoy Johnson

June Arlene Pabst

Melissa M. Benaouis

Harold LeRoy Johnson, age 92, died Sunday, October 13, 2019. He was born April 27, 1927 in Amery, Wisconsin. His parents Roy and Thora Johnson made their home in Lemington, WI until his father passed away w when he was just 6 years o old. The family then moved tto St. Croix Falls to be closer tto extended family. Harold a attended school in St. Croix F Falls and graduated in 1944, a at age 17. He was drafted iinto the United States N Navy where he served as a m mechanic during WWII. He w was honorably discharged iin 1946 at the war’s end.

A blind date brought Delores “Carol” Johnson into his life. Soon after, they were married and later had two daughters, Dawna and LuAnn. Harold had a passion and an intrinsic drive for the small business world. He started several businesses, mostly in the local area. They built a Mobile Service Station in Amery, and then the City Cab Company in Moorhead, MN. After the birth of their two daughters, they made Amery, WI their home for 16 years. During that time, they ran three businesses simultaneously. These included a Sears Catalog store, an auto parts store and Johnson-Anderson Construction Company. In 1979, they purchased the Dalles House Motel in St. Croix Falls, WI. This was his favorite venture of all. He loved every aspect of the motel business and his “Dalles House Family” of employees.

This adventure brought Harold and Carol back to St. Croix Falls, where they ultimately completed their lives.

Harold and Carol were blessed with 65 years together. She was the love of his life. She was by his side through the business successes and challenges alike.

Together they loved to go on road trips, visiting family and friends along the way and enjoying his other passion, old cars. He collected and sold many throughout his life. His favorite being his ‘31 Model A Ford.

During retirement, Harold enjoyed flying in his Piper Cherokee aircraft. A quick review of his log book detailed his excitement to share this hobby with family, friends and employees. There is an expansive list of places that he and his plane had gone. He would grab anyone that was interested to ride along. The most traveled passengers were without a doubt, his six grandchildren.

Harold used a lifetime of experience and skills to help others. His love of construction, mechanical talents and leadership by example made him the first call when problems occurred. He was a man of few words, but everyone that knew him, also knew that when he did have something to say, his words were full of wisdom and sound advice. He often minced that advice with a dry sense of humor. Family, friends and employees alike, described him as a very generous soul who got great joy from helping others. He was a jack of all trades; there wasn’t anything he couldn’t fix or wouldn’t tackle.

His greatest accomplishment in his journey was keeping his strong Christian faith, which he and Carol put above all else. His favorite signature scripture verse was “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” (Joshua 24:15). It was evident in his marriage, the way he raised his children, his priorities in church and how he cared for others. He led by example, proving that living a God pleasing life brought great rewards and success.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Carol; parents Roy and Thora Johnson, sister Beatrice Johnson, and brother Dale Johnson. He is survived by his brother Norman (Barb) Johnson, daughters Dawna (Roger) Peterson and LuAnn (Larry) Chelberg; grandchildren Landon (Kelly) Peterson, Chris (Emily) Chelberg, Laura (Khalid) Benkhadra, Ryan (Eimile) Chelberg, Michael Chelberg, Alicia (Landen) Strilzuk; great-grandchildren Landon, Ethan, Kelsey, Oliver , Dahlia, Teagan and Magnolia and many in-laws, nieces and nephews.

Harold will be laid to rest next to Carol, in the St. Croix Falls Cemetery in his beloved St. Croix Falls, WI . At his request, his funeral service will be private.

A public visitation will be held at Kolstad Funeral Home in Centuria, WI on Sunday, October 20, 2019 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

June Arlene Pabst, age 86 of Clear Lake, WI passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2019 at Riverbend Assisted Living in Amery, WI. June was born on June 17, 1933 in Emerald, WI to Walter and Mae (Olson) H Hartwig. She attended g grade school in Emerald a and the family later moved tto North St. Paul where J June graduated from High S School in 1951. On July 2, 11955 June was united in m marriage to her high school ssweetheart, Bob Pabst, at C Christ Lutheran Church in N North St. Paul. The family m moved to Amery in 1955 and B Bob and June were blessed with five children, Bradley, Candace, Lori, David and Daniel. In 1966 the family moved to Milwaukee, and was then transferred due to Bob’s job to Ladysmith and New Richmond, where they lived long enough for their children to graduate from New Richmond High School.

In 1980 Bob and June built a log cabin just south of Amery. June loved being in the outdoors and enjoyed cross country skiing and spending time in the sun.

She also was very artistic, accomplished at sewing and quilting, and was a member of the Apple River Quilters Guild. Her pride and joy was her red convertible Mustang. She loved her grand and great grandkids more than anything and loved telling family stories to them.

June was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert, infant daughter, Candace and a sister, Lois Boesel. She is survived by her sons, Bradley (Bea) of Tacoma, WA; David (Teri) of Middleton, WI; and Dan (Sally) of Ellsworth, WI; daughter, Lori (Duane) Page of New Richmond, WI; brother, James (LeIsle) Hartwig of Scandia, MN; sister in law, Barb Pabst of New Richmond, WI; 12 grandchildren, Jonathan, Deanna, Emily and Joseph Page, Lora, Danielle, Heidi, James and Noah Pabst, Alex, April and Austin Pabst and 13 great grandchildren as well as many other loving relatives and friends. Funeral services will take place at 11:00 am on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Clear Lake, WI. A visitation will take place from 5 to 7 pm on Monday, October 21, 2019 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home, 222 Harriman Ave. N in Amery, WI as well as the hour prior to the service at the church. Pallbearers are Noah Pabst, James Pabst, Austin Pabst, Jonathan Page, Elijah Kaufman, Joseph Page and Alex Pabst. Interment will be at the Clear Lake Cemetery. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www. williamsonwhite.com. Arrangements were made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery.

Melissa Marie Benaouis, age 58 of Osceola, WI died Wednesday, October 16, 2019, at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, MN. Melissa was preceded in death by her father, Angelo T Terranova.

She is survived b her husband, Hassan; by d daughter, Nadia; mother, C Carolyn Terranova; brothe Jeff (Katherine) Terranoer, v sisters, Janet Evenson, va; D Deborah (Ralph) Uribe, and S Sandra Terranova; uncle, L Larry (Hanna) Bedford; a also nieces, nephews, and c cousins.

Melissa was born May 8 1961, in Grand Rapids, 8, MI. She was the daughter of Angelo and Carolyn (Bedford) Terranova. Melissa was a 1979 graduate of Amery High School. She was united in marriage to Hassan Benaouis on April 29, 1988, in Balsam Lake.

Melissa made it her life’s work to take care of her family. She was commonly known as “Auntie M” to her many great nieces and nephews. Melissa enjoyed cooking, sewing, and was a great mom to her dogs.

Memorial Service will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, October 21, 2019, at Grandstrand Funeral Home in Osceola. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be in Mount Hope Cemetery in Osceola. Condolences may be expressed at www.grandstrandfh.com.

Steven Lee Pfenning Steven Lee Pfenning age 52, of Amery, Wisconsin passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at his home in Amery.

Steven was born on May 28, 1967 in Hennepin Countty, Minnesota to Griffert a and Donna (Schroedl) P Pfenning. He attended and g graduated from Burnsville H High School. After graduatiing, he enlisted in the Unite ed States Navy where he e earned 2 Liberation Medals ffor Kuwait & Saudi Arabia.

H He was later honorably disc charged. In his free time he lloved to go fishing, snowmob biling, biking, watch WWE wrestling and spending time outdoors.

He is survived by his significant other, Hope; a brother, Mike (Sue) Pfenning; a son, Nathan; 2 aunts, Arla Ritchey and Diane Varner as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents, Griffert and Donna.

Private Family Graveside Services will be held at a later date at the Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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

Jean Stary Jean Stary, 97, of Turtle Lake died Sunday, October 20, 2019. She was born August 8, 1922, in Clayton to Wesley and Opale (Hart) Cornwall. She graduated as Valedictorian from Turtle Lake High School in 1940, t then attended UW - River F Falls.

She was married in T Turtle Lake on August 30, 1 1941, to her high school s sweetheart, Stanley Stary, a they moved to Minand n neapolis.

When Stan was c called to serve his country, J Jean returned to Turtle L Lake and worked at Bank o Turtle Lake. After his of r return, she raised their c children, kept their home, and worked as a bookkeeper for Cornwall and Stary Hardware for many years. She volunteered her time as an election official for as long as she was able. Jean canned pickles, sewed, enjoyed time with her coffee clutch and belonged to the homemakers’ club. She loved Lawrence Welk, Golden Girls, and Murder, She Wrote, but her best times were spent with her kids and grandkids, especially their parties at the cabin.

She is survived by her two sons: John (Linda) Stary of Hudson and Scott (Margie) Stary of Turtle Lake; her daughter, Marcia (Bill Scribner) Kalisz of Turtle Lake; grandchildren: Mark (Sarah Stanton) Stary of St. Paul, Kelly (Shawn) Leith of Poplar, Amy (Derek) Johnson of Waunakee, Matt (Mandy) Kalisz of Sparta, Megan (Brandon) Holdeman of Cameron, Shawn Stary of Menomonie, Tori (Michael) Juelich of Hudson, Tiffany (Patrick) Zastrow of Hudson; great-grandchildren: Alysse, Adam, Dylan, Riley, Corbyn, Chloey, Harper, Dawson, Emma, Jacob, Noah, Madilyn, Jonathan, Kaitlyn, Ian, Gabriel, Connor, and Ayden; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stan; granddaughter, Robin Messick; and brother, Gerald (Dorothy) Cornwall.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 26, 2019, at St. Ann Catholic Church with Father Tom Thompson officiating with burial to follow at Lakeview Cemetery. Pallbearers are Mark Stary, Matt Kalisz, Brandon Holdeman, Dylan Holdeman, Derek Johnson, and Shawn Leith.

Visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the Mass on Saturday at the church.

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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: Reflect on your present blessings, of which every man has many. and not on your misforCarolyn C l Lumsden L d tunes, of which all men have some.

715-483-9738 (Charles Dickens) This recipe is a copycat recipe. It is a yeast cinnamon roll. It takes a while to make but they are really tasty.

at 350˚ for 50-55 minutes or until done (toothpick test).

Let cool on wire rack for 20-25 minutes, then invert cake onto a serving plate.

Make glaze by combining in bowl: 3/4 c. powdered sugar 1 T. light rum (or water) 1 T. water Drizzle on top and let run down the sides of the cake. If using water only, use 2T. Serves up to 10.

CINNABON CINNAMON ROLLS Combine in bowl until mixture becomes foamy, about 5-10 minutes: 1/2 c. warm water 2-1/2 tsp. active dry yeast 1/2 c. sugar Melt in microwave and set aside to cool: 6 T. butter When yeast mixture is ready add: 3/4 c. warm milk 2 large eggs The cooled butter Add 4 c. flour, a cup at a time and mix until combined. Then add another cup of flour. Dough should be tacky and not sticky.

Put onto floured surface and knead a few times.

Melt 1 T. butter and put into a large bowl and spread it all around. Add the dough and turn to coat with butter. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and a towel.

Put into warm spot and let rise about 60-90 minutes, or until doubled.

While dough is rising, combine in bowl and set aside: 1-1/2 c. brown sugar 1-1/2 T. cinnamon 1-1/2 tsp. cornstarch When dough has risen, put onto lightly floured surface. Knead a few times and then roll it out into an 18x24" rectangle.

Spread on top, leaving 1” border on every side: 1/2 c. butter, softened Sprinkle on top of the dough and press in with the rolling pin: the cinnamon mixture Take the top long end and roll toward yourself. Run a bead of water on the last 1" of dough to seal. Cut the dough in half and roll to make the cinnamon rolls, then cut each half in halves. You will have four pieces.

Cut each of the four pieces into thirds. That will make 12 rolls.

Grease/spray two 8x11" baking pans. Place 6 rolls, swirl side up, into each pan. Place the end pieces upside down. Cover with plastic wrap and a towel to let stand and rise until doubled in a warm spot. This will take another 60-90 minutes.

Bake at 350˚ for 20 minutes or until golden brown and baked through. Rotate the pans halfway thru the baking time.

While rolls are baking, make the icing.

Combine until fluffy: 4 oz. cream cheese, softened 1/4 c. butter, softened Add and continue to beat for 3-5 minutes: 1 c. powdered sugar 1/2 tsp. fresh lemon juice When rolls are done, let cool for 5 minutes. Spread half of the frosting on both pans. Let cool more and then spread on the rest of the frosting.

Makes 12 rolls.

This pie has an interesting name, too. It does taste like a million bucks, too! It needs to be frozen so allow time for that.

MILLIONAIRE’S PIE You will need 1 9" graham cracker crust.

Combine well in large bowl: 1 can (20 oz.) pineapple chunks, drained and blotted dry with paper towel. Save the juice to drink or add to a smoothie 1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk 1 c. chopped pecans 2 T. lemon juice Gently fold in: 2 c. frozen whipped topping, thawed Put into graham cracker crust and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight.

Serves 6. Hint: For even a tastier pie, add extra pecans on top and drizzle with some caramel sauce when serving.

PIRATES COVE CAKE Coat a 10" Bundt pan with cooking spray and dust with flour.

Combine in large bowl, beating with a mixer until thoroughly mixed: 1 box (15-1/4 oz.) chocolate cake mix 1 pkg. (4 oz.) instant chocolate pudding mix 1/2 c. sour cream 1/2 c. veg. oil 4 eggs Beat in with a spoon: 1/2 c. light rum (or water) 1/2 c. strong black coffee Stir in: 2 c. (12 oz.) semisweet chocolate chips Pour batter into the prepared Bundt pan and bake

Apples are abundant now. Make this tasty apple crisp for a yummy dessert.

APPLE CRISP This makes a large batch of soup. It is worth the time because it is so good. It’s just right for the cooler days now.

HUNGARIAN CHICKEN VEGETABLE DUMPLING SOUP Put into a 4 quart saucepan: 1/4 c. butter 2 c. diced carrots 2 c. sliced celery 1-1/2 c. diced onion 1/3 c. minced fresh parsley Cover and ‘sweat’ on low heat about 10 minutes.

Add and mix thoroughly: 1-1/2 T. sweet paprika Add, cover, leaving lid half off and cook until veggies are tender: 1 pound chicken breast, with bone 8 c. water

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Peel, core and slice 4-6 large Granny Smith apples and place them in a 9x9" baking pan.

Finely chop in food processor: 8 graham crackers Combine in bowl: The graham crackers 3/4 c. brown sugar 1/2 c. rolled oats 1/2 c. flour 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. nutmeg Add and mix well: 1/2 c. melted butter Spoon the above mixture over the apple slices.

Bake at 350˚ for 30-35 minutes or until apple slices are done.

Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream. Serves 6-8

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3 tsp. chicken base (like bouillon powder, etc.)

1 can (28 oz.) whole tomatoes, with juice, crush the tomatoes) 1 T. salt or to taste 1 tsp. pepper or to taste When veggies are tender, chicken breast should be done. Remove the breast to cool. When cool enough to handle, cube it and return it to the soup, minus the bone.

While breast is cooling make the dumplings.

Beat until dough is stretchy: 1-1/2 c. flour 2 eggs 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 c. water Cover and set aside until soup is done and chicken added and soup is simmering again.

Make small dumplings (1x1/4") and drop into the simmering soup. They will cook and rise to the top, continue to simmer for 5 minutes.

Combine so there are no lumps and add to the simmering soup quickly to thicken, stirring all the time: 1/4 c. water 2 T. flour Let simmer another 5 minutes. Makes 12 servings.

Hint: Taste soup as you go for seasonings to fit your taste buds.

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Pictured are representives from Cardinal LG and the Amery Community Center. Shown L-R: Heidi Martin, Barb Goodlet, Amanda Fisk , Jaime Novak and Jeannine Brekke.

Cardinal LG - Amery donates $1,800 to the Amery Community Center for Oktoberfest 2019 SUBMITTED

The Amery Community Center Oktoberfest was held on Saturday, October 12th at the Amery Ale Works. The Oktoberfest event has been held annually to help raise funds for the Center, which provides services, and activities to young and old alike. Cardinal LG is making this donation in honor of Tom Brekke who was a well-loved employee at the center at the time of his death in March of 2014 after a long battle with cancer. Tom touched many lives with his caring heart, and that caring continues at the

Center as they serve our community. Cardinal LG, where Tom’s widow Jeannine is employed, has helped sponsor the event for the past four years.

This year’s Oktoberfest activities included live music by Cattail Moon, authentic German Button Accordion music, great food, drink and atmosphere provided by the Amery Ale Works.

Fun was had by all, and for a great cause!

Three members of the (5) member Cattail Moon band are also employed at Cardinal LG in Amery. The band has donated their time for this event for the past 7 years.

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The ME interviews will be on October 29th at 6:00pm.

Wisconsin unemployment up for fourth straight month MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin’s unemployment rate ticked up for the fourth straight month and is up nearly half a point since May. The state Department of Workforce Development reported Thursday that unemployment in September was 3.2%. That is up from 3.1% the month before and 2.8% in April and May. That tied a record low for the state.

The September rate is also two-tenths of a point ahead of where it was a year ago. But it remains below the national unemployment rate of 3.5%.

Wisconsin gained 1,900 private sector jobs between August and September. The state was up 12,300 private sector jobs over the same point last year.

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Please remember to sign up for your demonstration/snack month if you have not done so already. To join our 4-H remind 101, please text @beaver4-h to 81010. The meeting was adjourned. Carter Nilsen did a demonstration on his bernese mountain dog. Hailey Clausen did a demonstration on the basics of playing tennis. Siri Yuhas taught us how to make homemade ice cream. Kruse Yuhas showed us his school artwork. Have a great week and stay warm!

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AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION Copies of the fall catalog can be found at the Amery and Deer Park public libraries, all four schools, and other area locations. Pre-register and learn more through Amery Community Ed online at www.amerysd.k12.wi.us or by calling 715-268-9771 x220.

Cool Creator Little Engineers: Crank, Earth & Dino Bot for grades 1-3. Have fun after school building, programming and testing a robot during this 4-day course. Nov 5, 12, 19 & 26 after school until 4:15 p. Fee $39. Pre-register with Community Ed. Introduction to Piano for Youth AND/OR Adults offers beginning students the opportunity to be introduced to the piano in a one-on-one experience. For children in grades 1 and up and adults. Tuesdays; Nov 5, 12, 19, Dec 3 & 10 . Thirty-minute time slots available from 4:15 to 6:45 p. Register by calling Community Ed (715268-9771 x220). Online registration is not available.

Fee $79 for 5 lessons.

Glass Mosaic: Design a Small Window or Two Votive Candle Holders: The glass pane is 8.5 x 11.” All materials provided. It will be fun and easy, even for the most art-challenged. The first night is for designing, and a large selection of beautiful glass will be available.

It’s best if you come with design ideas so you can get started right away. Nov 5 & 12 from 5:30-8:30 p. Fee $35 to Community Ed. Supply fee $25 to instructor at class. Pre-register.

Inspired Menopause! An Empowered Approach to Creating your own Joyful Journey. Menopause includes many well-known physical changes AND emotional, mental, and spiritual shifts not as easily recognized.

Cindi Buenzli Gertz, Mid-life Women’s Peace Mentor and Certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher, leads a series of talks about this powerful time of life. Discover the four keys to a happier, easier menopause and the possibility of being your most vibrant self throughout “the change” or at any time of life! Each week will focus on a different theme: physiology, emotional well-being, the changing brain, intuition, creativity & spirit. Nov 5, 12, 19 & 26 from 6-7 p. Fee $59 for the 4-night series. Pre-register.

Voice • Guitar • Ukulele lessons for Youth: Amy from

Joyful Studio is offering one-on-one introductory voice, guitar, and ukulele lessons after school. Guitar and Ukulele lessons are for grades 1 and up. Voice lessons are for high school-age only. Provide own instrument. 6 Tuesdays; Nov. 12, 19, 26, Dec. 3, 10, 17; 30-minute time slots between 4-6 pm. Register by calling (715-268-9771 x220). Fee $89.

Coping With Holiday Stress: As the holidays approach, the to-do list increases. Join us to learn some proven strategies using mindfulness, meditation and power of attraction to help you manage the holiday season and find more enjoyment in it. Nov 12 from 6-8 p. Fee $29, pre-register.

A Wilderness Eden: Credit for creation of the annual Thanksgiving holiday is given to the pious, blackgarbed Pilgrims who landed at Plymouth Rock in 1620. Nothing about that legend is true. They came to America to establish a new world order. This onenight class examines the Pilgrim myth, how they wove their ideals into the story of America, and their influences on our history. Nov 21 from 6-7:30 p. Fee $15, pre-register.

Basketball Winter Recreation for Youth and Families: For boys and girls grades 4-12. Families are encouraged to participate together. Younger children are welcome when accompanied by parents. Bring your own ball; enter through North doors. No fee. Sundays, November through March 15 from 1:30-3:30 p in the Middle School gym Open Gym for Families sponsored by PowerUp: Open gyms are a chance for kids and families to bounce a ball, shoot some hoops, play catch or just run around and be active together. For families with children of all ages. Parents/Guardians must stay in the gym with the children. Sundays: Nov 17, Dec 1 & 15, Jan 5 & 19, Feb 2 & 16, Mar 1 from 1:30-3:30 p in the Intermediate School – enter through the doors facing the NORTH parking lot. No fee – just show up!

Rumble Jumble Open Gym sponsored by PowerUp for toddlers and preschoolers to run, burn energy, and have fun. Balls, scooters, mats, and other gym equipment available. Parents/Guardians are expected to

stay in the gym. Child care providers welcome. No fee – just show up. Tuesdays, Nov through March when school is in session from 11 -11:45 a.

Adult Rec Basketball: Team league play in the Middle School on Wednesdays, Nov 6 through April 15. The first few weeks the gym will be open from 6-9 for open gym, to form teams, to join teams, or to come practice with your already-formed team. Team fee: $90 due to Community Ed. by Dec 4. To get your team on the play schedule or to inquire about teams, call Community Ed at 715.268.9771 x220 Pickleball - Open Gym: Join us on Wednesday nights to play the fastest growing recreational sport in the nation. Wednesdays, November through March (closed Nov 27, Dec 25 & Jan 1)) from 6-8 p in the High School. No fee – just show up.

ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY In January 2001, the Arnell Memorial Humane Society had not yet been open to the public for a full year. The shelter had a new manager of only one month. A woman named Claire Scriba introduced herself and her lifelong dream of helping people and dogs enjoy each other. For 19 years, dogs, people and the shelter have benefited from her knowledge and commitment to that end.

Claire moved to Amery in 1990 and soon met Dr. Margaret Duxbury, DVM, who introduced her to Positive Reinforcement Training. She connected with training that dogs enjoyed rather than complying out of fear. Instead of punishing a dog, showing dominance, or suppressing a behavior, positive training rewards the dog for learning.

A lifelong dog lover, Claire embraced this new training style of building a trusting relationship between a dog and his person. She shared her passion by offering Puppy Socialization Classes and Basic Obedience Classes to the public through the Arnell Humane Society.

Countless numbers of dog owners have learned a compassionate way of understanding and learning with their dogs from Claire Scriba.

Claire has been an Animal Advocate and Volunteer Extraordinaire at Arnell. In addition to training classes, she has volunteered her time two to three days a week, walking and

and learned about the humane society and the animals we care for. In the training room, they were treated to a visit with Claire and her therapy dog, learning how to communicate

‘Working with the dogs has been very therapeutic for me.’

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training the shelter dogs. She supplied the staff with notes of her insights into each dog and provided training advice for each individual dog.

Claire provided Humane

Education for young students through an Arnell Dog Training Summer Camp. Each fall, a full Second Grade of 90 Amery students, visited the shelter.

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with a dog and how to approach a dog as part of Dog Bite Prevention Claire visited Community Homestead Farm in Osceola with her dog William. Together they shared “Talking Dog” and Training Skills with the community residents. Claire’s message to them: How can we get along kindly with our dogs…..we don’t speak the same language so we show our dogs what we’d like from them, tell them “That’s IT!” with a reward for doing it. Of course, he’ll want to do it again because it was fun, so now we are having fun together. What a great way to train!”

At the shelter, Claire applied her talents in creating the Homeward Bound Training Academy. Her Homeward Bound program taught persons 12 years and up, the science of training shelter dogs in the basic obedience behaviors that adopters are looking for. By training a number of dogs, students learned training skills as

well as gaining enormous satisfaction from helping shelter dogs become more adoptable.

With her Mental Health Therapy training, she extended the Homeward Bound program to community service workers. Graduates from the program learned to apply lessons learned from working with dogs to interactions with people. One graduate, a resident of Serenity House in Balsam Lake explained it like this, “I learned a lot about myself and how to deal with other people.

Working with the dogs has been very therapeutic for me and I have been able to put what I’ve learned to use in my life.”

Claire has continued to learn and share her knowledge freely throughout the years. Recently she was awarded a scholarship to Jean Donaldson’s Academy for Dog Trainers. This high honor is a testament to her devotion and commitment.

The Arnell shelter and dog owners have been the lucky recipients of Claire’s love for dogs. It is with a heavy heart, we report that she is moving out of state. Claire’s time at the Arnell Shelter has been monumental to the shelter’s success.

It is hard to imagine it without her. She has been a positive influence on so many lives, on two legs and four. Words cannot express our gratitude. We have no doubt Claire will continue to enrich the lives of dogs in her next chapter. We will miss her dearly.

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The Slumberland Clearance Center which was previously located in downtown Amery, has now joined the main store thanks to an addition to the building. This allows for one stop shopping. All of your furniture and decorating needs are now located under one roof.

A contemporary 3500 square foot addition to Slumberland became their clearance area featuring closeouts, promotional items, discontinued pieces and Ashley furniture.

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area has an Ashley Furniture Catalog Kiosk. The kiosk allows customers to browse all available Ashley furniture, so it is like a virtual extension of the physical showroom. This digital technology enables customers to browse a larger selection while in the comfort of their local store. The kiosk provides an easy to use touch screen where shoppers can search for specific furniture pieces as well as furniture groupings.

The Amery Slumberland store features a large selection of beautifully arranged furniture. Whether you are searching for mattresses, chairs, living room ensembles, bedroom sets or dining room furniture; Slumberland carries known and trusted brands such as La-z-boy,

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Complete your room’s look with Slumberland’s enormous variety of home décor. They offer a great selection of area rugs, lamps, bed linens and wall décor.

You can pick up purchases in store or have them delivered to your home. The store employs 18 friendly and knowledgeable staff members who are ready to assist with all of your furniture needs and they offer convenient shopping hours with Slumberland being open, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday noon-4 p.m.

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Steffen charged with misdemeanor theft JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

MADISON––A prosecuting attorney for Burnett County has been charged with a misdemeanor charge of theft – false representation in Dane County.

Daniel Steffen has served as ADA (assistant district attorney) for Burnett County for the last two years. He was supposed to start as ADA in Polk County on Oct. 14, although, Polk County DA’s office has since rescinded the offer.

The Burnett County District Attorney’s Office confirmed that Steffen will remain as ADA in Burnett County.

According to the criminal complaint, in August 2018 DCI (Department of Criminal Investigation) Special Agents spoke with Michelle Viste, Executive Director of the Office of Crime Victim Services, about a concern she had with a recent reimbursement request from

a Department of Justice conference in Madison.

The one-day training on domestic violence was attended by Steffen and another person identified as BC in the complaint. It states BC is the victim witness coordinator for Polk County’s DA office.

The two stayed in the same hotel room the night before the conference. Steffen submitted a reimbursement form and hotel receipt for the night before the training. However, the Steffen name on the receipt was changed to Steffen, the room number was also changed, and the credit card number blacked out.

BC made the reservations for the day before the conference and they stayed

at the hotel together, but Steffen also stayed the night of the conference, which was not approved by the DOJ. Steffen was then asked to resubmit his reimbursement documents and he provided a travel voucher signed by himself but not a supervisor.

Investigators met with the hotel staff and found out Steffen stayed Thursday July 19 and July 20. They confirmed he stayed in the same room both nights.

When Steffen met with investigators he admitted he attended the training, stayed in the hotel room with BC and that BC paid for the room on her credit card and that he paid it back later. Steffen told investigators he thought he was allowed to ask for reimbursement for the hotel room on the second night.

Steffen did admit to changing the room number for the reimbursement.

He told investigators he did not want people to know he and BC stayed in the

same room. When they asked about blacking out the credit card numbers he responded he always does that.

However, the first set of reimbursements has Steffen’s personal credit card number and is not blacked out.

BC told investigators she made the reservation. She allegedly listed the first night under her name and the second night under Steffen’s name.

Steffen was in court last week for his initial appearance and entered a plea of not guilty. He is scheduled to be back in court Nov. 27 for his final pre-trial appearance in front of Judge Nicholas McNamara.

If found guilty he faces a total of $5,000 in fines, or four and a half months imprisoned, or both.

McMillan joins America’s Newspapers board America’s Newspapers – formed from the merger of Inland Press Association and Southern Newspaper Publishers Association – was ceremonially launched this month in Chicago.

The new association joins two of the largest and most historic press associations with more than 1,500 combined members. Its mission is to be the industry’s largest voice for local newspapers and the role they serve to readers including watchdog and community advocates in civic life, First Amendment/ freedom of speech and the expression of democracy.

“Newspaper journalism provides a voice for the voiceless, challenges elected officials, shines light on government, calls for change when change is needed,

and exposes corruption and injustice,” said Chris Reen, America’s Newspapers first president. Reen is publisher of the Gazette in Colorado Springs, Colo.

Matt McMillan, CEO of Press Publications, Northstar Media, Kanabec Publications and Sentinel Publications was voted to association’s board of directors.

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Junior Sophie Whitley, No. 2 singles, will be a leader again during next year’s season.

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Amery Warriors Senior Soccer players bring a combined total of 87 years experience to the ďŹ eld. L-R: Nick Erickson, Andrew Prindle, Kenny Lepak, Dylan Thomsen, Levi Ingham, Gil Flores, Josiah Moore, Gus Wentz and Austin Deleon.

Warriors wrap up successful season at state tournament

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Right: Senior Andrew Prindle stops the ball in front of the B/W defender. Prindle scored the only Amery goal of the game.

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Amery's top four tennis players wrapped up their 2019 seasons at the WIAA Division 2 State Tennis Tournament last week.

For No. 2 singles player Sophie Whitley, a 1-6, 2-6 first round loss to St. Mary Catholic's Mallory Moen wrapped up a 19-5 season that included individual conference and sectional championships.

"Sophie is an extremely smart and consistent player," said Amery Coach Tanya Julson. "She is a junior and will be a leader on our team again next year."

Hannah Bottolfson and Autumn Rivard spent the year as the No. 1 doubles team and closed out a 19-5 season of their own with a 4-6, 1-6 loss to fifth-seeded Ava Hoffmann and Olivia Grose of Kohler. Bottolfson and Rivard were third in the conference and second in the sectional.

Coach Julson said Bottolfson "is a versatile player with excellent footwork and quick reactions. She moved from the top of JV last year to the top of varsity this year."

"Autumn Rivard has been an amazing varsity player for three years," Julson added. "She dominates the net game and has a powerful serve."

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conference finish and a sectional title. The next year, she moved up to No. 3 singles where she duplicated those feats, along with competing at the Team State Tournament in both 2017 and 2018.

The Warriors' No. 1 singles player, Drew Meyer, left it all on the court in her final match, dropping an close 2-6, 6-3, 8-10 battle to Kate Smith of Racine St. Catherine's/Racine Lutheran in the first round.

"Drew is a phenomenal all around player with an incredible mental game," Julson said.

As a sophomore Meyer earned second place at the conference meet at was a sectional champion at No. 3 singles. Last season, she bumped up to No. 1 singles where she placed third individually at both the conference and sectional tournaments and earned her first individual state tournament appearance. She, too, represented Amery at the 2017 and 2018 team state tournaments.

"Senior captains Autumn Rivard and Drew Meyer have each had extremely successful high school tennis careers, and their leadership and talent will be greatly missed," Julson said.

Amery's football team wrapped up its 2019 season on Friday with a 6-43 loss to Middle Border Conference co-champion New Richmond in New Richmond.

The Warriors (0-9) who've struggle to put points on the board this season, received a big spark from Kale Hopke and Keaton Tollakson

when Hopke completed a 13-yard touchdown pass to Tollakson.

It was Tollakson's only catch of the game while Hopke completed 12 of 25 passes for 87 yards, a touchdown and an interception.

Tyler Jackson also completed one pass in four attempts, bringing the Warrior's passing production to 100 yards. Gavin Melberg caught four passes for 36 yards.

Grant Cook led Amery's rushing

game, picking up 16 yards on four carries.

New Richmond (7-2), on the other hand, ran for 246 yards, including 110 from Joe Powers, and passed for 177 yards, with Joey Kidder catching five passes for 94.

Tollakson also had a busy day defensively as he led the team in tackles with nine. Jackson recovered a fumble, and Bryn Gouker tallied seven tackles.

Gouker catches TD pass against Somerset

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery's football team recorded its third touchdown of the season on Oct. 11 in a 44-6 home loss to Somerset. The touchdown came in the form of a pass from Kale Hopke to Bryn Gouker.

Gouker finished the game with

two receptions for a total of 56 yards and carried the ball once for four yards. Hopke completed 8 of 24 passes for 141 yards, a touchdown and two interceptions.

Amery's leading rushers were Grady Martin (11 carries, 16 yards) and Gavin Melberg (three carries, 15 yards). Melberg also had three receptions for 59 yards while Mar-

tin caught two passes for 26 yards.

Defensively, Martin led the team in tackles with 16 while Mitchel Gamache racked up 12 tackles, included two for losses. Hopke recovered one fumble.

Both Amery (0-9) and Somerset (3-6) played their final games of the season a week later.

Amery volleyball lets one slip away to New Richmond

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery's volleyball team found itself in a see-saw battle last week versus New Richmond that ended in a 25-18, 20-25, 25-18, 15-25, 13-15 loss to the Tigers.

The Warriors led the entire first game. Game two was different however with seven ties and six lead changes before New Richmond finished with a 9-3 run.

In game three there were nine ties and five lead changes before Amery took control for good at 11-10. Ella Schmidt sealed the game victory with a spike.

Game 4 started in similar fashion, with four ties until New Richmond rattled off nine consecutive points and cruised to the victory.

The deciding fifth game was a perfect summary of the day's play, with Amery jumping out to an early

3-0 lead and holding a slight advantage until New Richmond managed to tie the score at 13-13 and finish a 4-point run with a 15-13 victory to seal the match win.

Schmidt finished with 15 kills, two aces and three blocks to lead the Warriors. Jenna Hendrickson added 12 kills and Hannah VanSomeren, four aces. Drew Granica pitched in six kills, an ace and a block.

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Monson wins title TANYA JULSON

Drew Meyer, #1 Singles, battles at the State competition.

Amery native and University of Wisconsin senior Alicia Monson defended her title at the Nuttycombe Wisconsin Invitational October 18 at the Thomas Zimmer Championship Course. Her win lead the Badgers to a fourth-place team finish.

Monson passed 2018 NCAA runner up Weini Kelati of New Mexico just after the 4,000-meter mark. She finished nearly 10 seconds ahead of Kelati, running the 6,000-meter race in 19 minutes, 39.3 seconds.

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Clear Lake football falls to Webster

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Clear Lake's football team suffered a tough 8-0 road loss to Webster at Friday's regular season finale. The game's only score came in the second quarter when Webster's Nathan Stadle scrambled for a 16-yard touchdown run and Colton Peterson ran in the twopoint conversion.

Overall, Webster (4-4) ran eight more plays than Clear Lake (5-4) and posted 258 yards of total offense, compared to 143 offensive yards by the Warriors.

Angel Guillen completed one of two passes for the Warriors for eight yards (to Riley Peterson) and an interception.

Ivan Ruble carried the ball 19 times for 59 yards, returned a kick for 21 yards and returned two punts for a total of 16 yards. Jackson Fuller added 27 yards on five carries.

Jarrett Marlett was Clear Lake's leading tackler with 8.5 tackles. Peterson gathered 1.5 tackles for losses and Brett Benson intercepted one pass.

Benson also averaged nearly 42 yards per punt, with three punts for 125 yards. Two of those punts ended up inside the 20 yard line.

Clear Lake opens post season play on Oct. 25 on the road against Turtle Lake (6-3).

The last time the two teams met was Oct. 11 when Clear Lake defeated Turtle Lake 14-6 in overtime in Turtle Lake.

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Colton Zacharias completed 4 of 15 passes for the Bears while Ryan Becker ran the ball 19 times for 58 yards and caught two passes for 13 yards. Gunnar Lewis had a 36 yard reception.

Defensively, Logan Juleff tallied eight tackles and Avery Starzecki intercepted a pass.

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Clayton's football team fell 32-0 to Frederic on Oct. 11 in a game where the Bears were outgained by 211 yards. The main difference was in the ground game where Frederic outscored Clayton four touchdowns to none and outgained the Bears 306 yards to 71.

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Johnson scored on runs of 27 and 8 yards and had a 60-yard interception return for a touchdown. Tinman scored on runs of 70 yards and 53 yards.

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AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Freaky Friday: (11:00 am) Friday, October 25. No school day!! Wear your costume to the library and get in the spooky Halloween spirit with crafts & activities.

Event schedule is as follows: Storytime (11:00 am): Storytime in the Burman Room Games & Crafts (11:30 am-2:00 pm): Drop in for assorted kids games & crafts in the Storytime Room, while supplies last Family Movie (11:30 am): Hotel Transylvania (c)Columbia Pictures Industries Inc. Rated PG; 91 mins Teen Movie (3:00 pm): classic monster movie (movie to be determined) Fall Storytime: (10:30 am) Wednesdays, weekly. All ages. Stories, music, action rhymes, and a craft! Drop-in program; no registration.

Homeschool Club: (9:30 & 10:30 am).

2nd Friday, monthly. All ages. 9:30-10:30 am: Younger kids storytime & craft.

10:30-11:30 am: Tweens & Teens activity (session is intended for strong readers-about grade 3+). Drop-in; no registration.

Tween Book Club: (4:00 pm) Last Monday of every other month, starting October. Grades 3-5. Talk about a book, do a fun activity, and have a snack.

Copies of the book are available at the

Amery Library circulation desk (you don’t need to place your own hold).

Read the book prior to book club and come ready to discuss it. October 28th: The Shadows (The Books of Elsewhere, 1) by Jacqueline West. Registration required. Sign up at amerylibrary.org/ kids International Games Week: (3:306:30 pm). November 4, 6, 7. Ages 4+. Celebrate International Games Week at the Library with board games for all ages.

Favorites like Sorry, Candy Land, Apples to Apples, and more will be available to play. Drop in to play games from 3:30-6:30 pm. This event is being held in both the Storytime Room and the Teen Room. Play a game at the Library, then stop at the Youth & Teen desk to fill out a ticket for a raffle drawing. No registration; just drop in!

Teen Tuesdays: (4:00 pm) 1st Tuesday, monthly. Grades 6-12. November 5: Cupcake Wars. Decorate a cupcake with our supplies. Make it rad or make it ugly. Will your cupcake be the winner? Registration strongly encouraged.

Sign up at amerylibrary.org/teens Tween Art Remix: (4:00 pm) 2nd Tuesday, monthly. Grades 3-5. An art program just for tweens in grades 3-5!

November 12: String Art. Registration required. Sign up at amerylibrary.org/

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 #191039132. The Public Auction will begin on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at 10:01am CDT and ends on Wednesday, November 27, 2019, starting at 10:00 am CDT. All bids must be submitted through the auction site. No other bids will be accepted.

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kids Junior Book Club: (4:00 pm) Last Monday of every other month, starting September. Grades 2-3. Talk about a book, do a fun activity, and have a snack. Copies of the book are available at the Amery Library circulation desk (you don’t need to place your own hold).

Read the book prior to book club and come ready to discuss it. November 25th: Chocolate Fever by Robert Kimmel Smith. Registration required. Sign up at amerylibrary.org/kids Art Club for Kids: (4:00 pm) 2nd Monday, monthly (no November club!).

Grades 4K-2. December 9: Watercolor Snowmen. Registration required. Sign up at amerylibrary.org/kids 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten and Baby Book Bees These ongoing early literacy initiatives encourage families to establish a strong foundation of reading in young children. Visit the library to sign up for the program that is right for your child.

Not Enough Apologies: Trauma Stories: Thursday, October 24th @ 5:30 PM. Attend the screening for the Wisconsin Public Television documentary about childhood trauma, how it affects our communities, and how we can help.

Stay for a moderated Q & A session afterwards. FREE event, no registration required. Free program, no registration required!

Books & Brews: Thursday, November 7th @ 6:30 PM at Amery Ale Works.

We will discuss The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, and next month’s book will be available for checkout. Join us for some great food and even better conversation!

Scott Spoolman: Wisconsin State

Parks: Thursday, November 14th @ 5:30 PM at the Amery Area Public Library. Join us for our much-anticipate rescheduling of Scott’s presentation!

Scott will share how the impressive bluffs, valleys, waterfalls, and lakes of Wisconsin’s State Parks provide more than beautiful scenery and recreation.

There will be time for Q & A afterwards and even some geology-themed treats! Free program, no registration required!

Third Thursday Crafting: Thursday, November 21st at 5:30 PM at the Amery Area Public Library. This month, we will make our own Gratitude Journals! FREE program, please register on our website.

Book discussion group: The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 PM. The title for November is The Summer Before the War

by Helen Simonson.

Book sales: The Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held on Thursday, October 31st from 4:00-6:30 PM. “Friends of the Library” may shop early (from 3-4). The Book Sale will also be held Saturday, November 2nd from 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM. Friends: The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 PM. Meetings are open to all members and to the public.

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

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Preview property listing with appraised values at: www.co.polk.wi.us/Real Estate For Sale(under quick links) 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.

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AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER Love encompasses all that we do!

Giving and getting love are the most important things in life including your family, friends and other loved ones.

Love gives life meaning and purpose so it is worth dedicating your time and energy to nurture the things that you love most. “It’s good to be busy, but it is even better if you are with the people and doing the things that mean the most to you.â€? According to steptohealth.com Looking for a fun way to get some exercise this winter? Come in and try some Line Dancing Lessons! They will be on Mondays and Fridays from 10:0011:30 in the north end of the hall. No fees, the only requirement is, you need to be a member of the center. Stop on in! • Are you looking for a place to host your holiday party for work or family?? Did you know for the cost of $150 (as a member) or $200 (for non-member) you can rent the Amery Area Community Center for

birthday parties, weddings, or anniversary celebrations, even end of life celebrations? This cost includes the rental of the main hall and use of commercial kitchen. We will also work with profit and nonprofit organizations to help with the perfect meeting place. Call 715-268-6605 for available dates. • Do you volunteer around our community? Did you know that by telling us your volunteer hours it helps gain grant dollars by showing how active our members are? Please email Jen at aaccjen@outlook.com or call 715-268-6605 with your hours each month, thank you! • Circuit Breaker Members, every month you pay your $10 you will get a punch on our new card and after you have paid for 5 months you get 1 month FREE! That means you will receive 2 FREE months per year! This is our way of saying your

health is important to us! • Did you know we have all kinds of greeting cards for sale here? They are 25 cents a card and sympathy cards are one dollar. Stop in and check out our variety! • Like us on Facebook! Share our postings the more people that know what activities we have happening the better! Search Amery Area Community/Senior Center • Want to get a complete workout in just 30 minutes? Do you enjoy walking on a treadmill? Get all of that for just $10/month if you are a member of the Amery Area Community Center. Our hours are 7am-4:30pm M-Th & 7am-3pm on Fridays. There are no contracts to lock into and no hidden fees. Come down and check us out! • We always have people asking if there is anything we need here at the Center. We can always use

things like stamps, cards, toilet paper, cleaning supplies & baking supplies. We also take rummage sale items all year long. • Tuesday October 15th Pool winners were Dean Elken in first, Carl Johnson placed second, Mary Fisher took third, Gary Snelling placed fourth, and Loren Bavin with the consolation prize. • Wednesday October 16th Bridge winners are Pat Carlson in first, Bernie Peterson placed secon. • Thursday October 17th Pool winners were Gary Snelling in first, Jean Frank took second, Carl Johnson placed third, Gene Pribnow took fourth and Loren Bavin with the consolation prize.

Congratulations to all!

Amanda Fisk, Director Jen Tyman, Assistant Director

LUNCH MENUS AMERY SCHOOL DISTRICT Wednesday, Oct. 23– Breakfast: Freshly Baked Cinnamon Rolls or Choice of Cereal or Cheerio Bar-MS/HS Only, Fresh Fruit, Milk Choice, 100% Juice.

Elementary Lunch: Pizza Dippers, Marinara Sauce, California Blend Veggies, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Sidekick Frozen Fruit, Milk Choice, PB&J Sandwich.

Intermediate Lunch: Pizza Dippers, Mariana Sauce, California Blend Veggies, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Sidekick Frozen Fruit, Milk Choice, PB&J Sandwich, Chicken Caesar Salad.

Middle School Lunch: Pizza Dippers, Marinara Sauce, Meatball Sub, California Blend Veggies, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Sidekick Frozen Fruit, Milk Choice, PB&J Sandwich, Chicken Caesar Salad.

High School Lunch: Pizza Dippers, Marinara Sauce, California Blend Veggies, Sidekick Frozen Fruit, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, PB&J Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Chicken Caesar Salad, Milk Choice.

Thursday, Oct. 24– Breakfast: French Toast Sticks, Sausage Link or Choice of Cereal or Cheerio Bar-MS/HS Only, Fresh Fruit, Milk Choice, 100% Juice.

Elementary Lunch: Cheezy Chicken Nachos, Corn, Black Bean Salad, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Milk Choice, Yogurt Combo Lunch.

Intermediate Lunch: Cheezy Chicken Nachos, Corn, Black Bean Salad, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Milk Choice, Yogurt Combo Lunch, Chicken Caesar Salad.

Middle School Lunch: Cheezy Chicken Nachos, Homemade Q’dilla, Bean & Cheese, Corn, Black Bean Salad, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Milk Choice, Yogurt Combo Lunch, Chicken Caesar Salad.

High School Lunch: Build Your Own Nachos, Corn, Black Bean Salad, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, PB&J Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Chicken Caesar Salad, Milk

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Friday, Oct. 25–No School, Clubhouse Only Clubhouse Breakfast: Cheese Egg Bake with Cinnamon Crisps or Choice of Cereal or Cheerio Bar-MS/HS Only, Fresh Fruit, Milk Choice, 100% Juice.

Clubhouse Lunch: Pizza Hotdish, Garlic Breadstick, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Milk Choice.

Monday, Oct. 28– Breakfast: Early Riser, Cinnamon Crisps or Choice of Cereal or Cheerio Bar-MS/HS Only, Fresh Fruit, Milk Choice, 100% Juice.

Elementary Lunch: NEW! Beef & Broccoli, LoMein Noodles, Roasted Edamame, Fresh Fruit, Garden Bar, Milk Choice, Tuna Sandwich.

Intermediate Lunch: NEW! Beef & Broccoli, LoMein Noodles, Roasted Edamame, Fresh Fruit, Garden Bar, Milk Choice, Tuna Sandwich, Taco Salad.

Middle School Lunch: NEW! Beef & Broccoli, LoMein Noodles, Grilled Greese, Roasted Edamame, Fresh Fruit, Garden Bar, Milk Choice, Tuna Sandwich, Taco Salad.

High School Lunch: NEW! Beef & Broccoli, LoMein Noodles, Roasted Edamame, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, PB&J Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Taco Salad, Milk Choice.

Tuesday, Oct. 29– Breakfast: Breakfast Egg Wrap or Choice of Cereal or Cheerio Bar–MS/HS Only, Fresh Fruit, Milk Choice, 100% Juice.

Elementary Lunch: Pizza, Green Beans, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Milk Choice, Yogurt Combo Lunch.

Intermediate Lunch: Pizza, Green Beans, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Milk Choice, Yogurt Combo Lunch, Taco Salad.

Middle School Lunch: Cheese Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza, Green Beans, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Milk Choice, Yogurt Combo Lunch, Taco Salad.

High School Lunch: Pepperoni Pizza, Cheese Pizza, Green Beans, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, PB&J Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Taco Salad, Milk Choice.

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Elementary Lunch: Chicken Nuggets or Teriyaki Chicken, Seasoned Rice, Green Beans, Vegetables with Dip, Sliced Peaches, Slushie Fruit Cup, Milk.

High School Breakfast: Cereal, Yogurt, Muffin, Lemon Bread, Oatmeal Bar, Ham & Cheese Sandwich*, Gripz Graham Crackers.

High School Lunch: Chicken Nuggets or Chicken Teriyaki Wrap, Rice, Green Beans, Vegetables with Dip, Sliced Peaches, Juice, Dinner Roll, Milk Choice.

Thursday, Oct. 24– Elementary Breakfast: Breakfast Cereal or Oatmeal, Fruit, Blueberry or Chocolate Muffin, Fruit Juice, Milk Choice.

Elementary Lunch: Pizza Sticks or Italian Flatbread, Spaghetti Sauce, Corn, Pears, Garden Salad Bar, Cookie, Milk Choice.

High School Breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Omelet, Cereal Bar, Lemon Bread, Yogurt, Muffin, PB&J Uncrustable, Scooby Bone Crackers.

High School Lunch: Pizza Sticks or Italian Flatbread, Steamed Corn, Garden Salad, Apples, Sliced Pears, Cookie, Milk Choice.

Friday, Oct. 25– Elementary Breakfast: Breakfast Cereal or Donut Holes, Scrambled Eggs, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary Lunch: Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwich or Warrior Burger, French Fries, Carrots with Dip, Applesauce, Milk Choice.

High School Breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Stick, Gripz Graham Crackers, Biscuits and Gravy*, Nutri Grain Bar, Muffin, Lemon Bread, Sausage Links.

High School Lunch: Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwich or Warrior Burger, Potato Wedges/Cheese Sauce, Steamed Broccoli, Mandarin Oranges, Strawberries, Milk.

Monday, Oct. 28– Elementary Breakfast: Breakfast Cereal or Mini Donuts, Cheese Omelet, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary Lunch: PB&J Uncrustable or Goldfish & Cheese Stick, Vegetables with Dip, Yogurt Cup, Crackers, Chicken Noodles Soup, Strawberries, Milk Choice.

High School Breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Stick, Pop Tart, Pancake Sausage Stick, Cereal Bar, Yogurt.

High School Lunch: Garlic Cheese French Bread or Peanut Butter Sandwich, Chicken Noodle Soup, Vegetables with Dip, Marinara Sauce, Applesauce, Crackers, Peaches, Milk.

Tuesday, Oct. 29– Elementary Breakfast: Breakfast Cereal & Graham Crackers or Pancakes with Syrup, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary Lunch: Brunch Lunch, Cheese Omelet, Sausage Links, Dragon Punch, Hash brown, Muffin, Baked Apples, Milk.

High School Breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Omelet, Cheese Stick, Zee Zee Bar, Muffin, Lemon Bread, Little John Donut.

High School Lunch: Chicken Philly Sub or Turkey & Cheese Sub or Barbeque Chicken Sub, Fresh Roasted Vegetables, Oriental Slaw, Craisins, Mandarin Oranges, Chips, Milk Choice.

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Beautiful weekend attracts large crowds to Little East-West Shrine game and parade

BY MILT HELMER

It was a memorable day on Saturday October 19th as the Falcons of the University of Wisconsin –River Falls played host to the La Crosse for Homecoming and the Potentate’s gala.

The game began with all of the members of the Falcon football team ceremoniously marched onto the field.

The solemn procession was presided

by Coach Matt Walker placing the jersey of a fallen team member at the 50 yard line. Each player removed his helmet and joined with everyone in the stadium for a moment of silence for the player who had recently passed. Not a sound was heard from the hundreds of people in the stands and both benches.

The week of festivities began on Wednesday October 16th at the American Legion club in River Falls. A special banquet of grilled pork chops, potatoes and gravy and vegetables was served to the members of the Falcon football team and their coaches. Following dinner, the team heard from Earl Gunderson, the District 2 Deputy Grand Master, who gave the young men an overview of the fraternity of Freemasons. He was followed by Barry Ausen, the Chief Rabban of the Zor Shrine who in like manner briefed the young men on the mission of the Shriners to care for children throughout North American. Coach Walker expressed his appreciation for the Shrine mission because his team also shares the Shriners desire to help others in the community.

On Friday evening Oct 18 members of the Divan gathered for a banquet held at Junior’s in the Best Western Hotel and Suites in downtown River Falls.

The banquet featured the appearance of Potentate Wally Trouten and his lady

MILT HELMER

Grand marshals Hailey and Olivia King are shown waiving to the packed crowd at the Falcon football game on Saturday. Featured left to right is Ed Swenson, President of the St. Croix Valley Shrine Club, Barry Ausen, Chief Rabban of the Zor Shrine in Madison and Roger Keller, Past President and coordinator of the week’s events.

Gayle as well as served members of the Shrine Divan from all over the state.

The assembled nobility were introduced by MC Roger Keller to the Shrine and homecoming parade Grand Marshals, Hailey and Olivia King of River Falls. Both young ladies have been

patients of the Shrine Healthcare for Children in the Twin Cities®. The head coach and his players were also there to present the girls with their own team jerseys and team signed football.

The Shriners in the Twin Cities this year helped over 2,000 patients regard-

less of their ability to pay. It was reported that Shriners have raised over $2.7 in the Twin Cities of which 89% goes directly to the kids.

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Next year is the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day! Senator Gaylord Nelson, Father of Earth Day, was born and raised in Clear Lake, Wisconsin, within the St. Croix Watershed. On November 2nd, 2019, people throughout the watershed are invited to gather at the Sandbox Bar & Grill in Clear Lake, WI from 9:00am to 11:00am to discuss three questions: • What opportunities does this present for me or my organization?

• What can we do together?

• How can we stay connected?

This event will kick off new ideas and connections to revitalize the Earth Day educational, ecological, environmental and entertaining events that have been happening throughout the watershed for the past 50 years.

Senator Gaylord Nelson is widely known and respected in this region and around the world for his environmental advocacy. He is especially beloved in Minnesota and Wisconsin for sponsoring legislation (with MN Senator Walter Mondale) that established the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. The St. Croix and Namekagon

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Father’s Day is almost upon us. If you’re a dad, you certainly may enjoy getting cards and gifts. But, over time, you will gain even greater satisfaction Josh Prusinski, CFP® from what you can give your children – such as some Financial Advisor valuable financial lessons.

Here are a few to consider: First, you could discuss the importance of setting goals and investing for them, even though these goals, such as retirement, may be decades away. You can even make it more meaningful to your children by saying another goal is saving enough to help send them to college.

Also, talk about the importance of putting time on your side. Let your children know that it’s of great value to start investing as early as possible.

You might also discuss some financial management issues, such as the necessity of living within your means and the need to pay your debts on time.

By sharing these lessons with your children, you will give them something to think about – and you may even start them on the path to a lifetime of solid financial moves.

First, ask if your goals are still realistic. For example, are you still on track toward retiring at the age you’ve identified? If not, you may need to adjust your

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One more possible question: Ask if changes in your life – such as marriage, remarriage or new children – will affect the way you invest or the goals you’ve set.

Finally, ask if you should respond to external changes, such as higher interest rates or new tax laws.

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Amery shows support for the community once again As I have said many times before, we live in a wonderful community, and Saturday morning just reinforced that statement once again. Saturday was the 6th Annual Amery Trick or Trot.

Despite the rain, the walkers and runners joined the fun to raise money for the Amery Area Food Pantry and the Amery Backpack program. With everyone’s assistance we were able to donate $8,175 to these worthPounding while programs… our largest year ever! the Thank you to the Pavement area businesses and participants for your Pam Humpal tremendous support each year. The Kuhl Family appreciates how everyone pulls together to help their neighbors.

And maybe you saw some of our runners/walkers around town…Forrest Gump, a lion tamer, Mario Brothers, a dinosauer, a gorilla, Big Bird, The Grinch…all costumes were very cool!

The pace car for the race was Waldo (yours truly, and my sidekicks Gavin and Bentley) driving my Ranger. Once again, thank you everyone!

The Halloween fun continues this Saturday with the Amery Community Club’s Annual Halloween Fun Day. On Saturday, October 26, it begins with a Costume Contest held at a new location this year-Danielson Stage at Michael Park along the river. Kids up to 12

years old are invited to participate. The judging will begin at 10:30am. Prizes awarded to the top costumes in each age group. After the costume contest, kids are welcome to Trick or Treat at participating Amery businesses. Those businesses can be identified by a large orange pumpkin hanging on their door.

Trick or Treating is held from 11am2pm. Have fun this Saturday in Amery!

“Meet Your Amery Business”…this week’s featured business is Slumberland. They have been a part of Amery businesses for over 55 years. Slumberland offers a wide variety of furniture for your home, mattresses, and décor.

Slumberland (& in-store Slumberland Clearance Center) is located on the south end of Amery on Hwy 46…stop in today!

Congratulations to this week’s AFP Football Contest winner…Eric Silvis, Amery. He had 8 correct with picking Wisconsin by 18 points. Other entries with 8 correct were Ron Leslie, Bryan Rubendall, Keith Luehman, and Keith Karpenski. For your chance to be next week’s winner, simply make your predictions on the games, fill out the entry form, and drop it off at the Amery Free Press office. Good Luck!

Tournament play for high school sports is in full swing. Congratulations to the Clear Lake Volleyball team for having an undefeated season so far and earning the Conference title.

Good Luck to the following…

• Amery Volleyball at Prescott, Oct. 22 • Clayton Volleyball at Gilman, Oct. 22 • Clear Lake Volleyball hosting New

“Waldo” leader of the race.

Auburn, Oct. 22 • Amery Soccer hosting Osceola, Oct. 24 at 4pm • Clear Lake Football at Turtle Lake, Oct. 25 • Amery Cross-Country at St Croix Central, Oct. 26 • Clear Lake Cross-Country at Boyceville, Oct. 26 Also, Congratulations to the Luck Football team for being the Conference Champions (4 years in a row)with an undefeated season. My youngest son, Ryan, is one of the head coaches of the Luck

Football team. It has been fun following the team. Good Luck in tournament play as you take on Frederic on Friday night at Luck.

Redeemer Lutheran Church in Amery is having their annual Fall Rummage Sale this Thursday and Friday, October 24 and 25. Thursday they will serve hot dogs, brownies and coffee. Friday there will be homemade BBQ’s, homemade potato salad, and homemade pie.

Have a great week, and good luck with your Fall projects in-between rain showers!

THE POSTSCRIPT

An Autumn Tale My parents live in a cabin deep in the north woods. I know this sounds like the start of a fairytale. Sometimes it seems a bit like one.

There are bear in the woods.

Deer run in herds. The seasons are far more pronounced and extreme than those I am used to.

After a day of glorious autumn sunshine on my bare arms, I woke in the middle of the night and saw, in the moonlight, that The snow had covered the ground, Postscript turning the green grass white.

“It won’t last,” my mother asCarrie Classon sured everyone within earshot.

“There’s still a lot of nice fall days to come.”

I knew she was right, but those snowflakes were a not-so-subtle reminder that summer was officially over and a very different season on its way. Autumn brings a sense of anticipation and a tiny dose of dread.

The weather turned dark and rainy. I went for a walk in a rain poncho I’d hauled around in a pouch for two years and never worn. The poncho was bright red, I discovered. I pulled the hood up over a broad brimmed hat and headed out.

I was walking down a narrow road in a light rain when I heard the pickup stop behind me. I turned around and saw a woman and a young girl in the truck.

“Maybe they’re lost,” I thought. I wouldn’t be of much help if they were, a virtual stranger there myself. But I stopped as the woman rolled down her window. She looked at me for a moment.

“I thought you were someone I knew,” she announced.

“Oh,” I replied, temporarily at a loss for words.

“Would you like some apples?” she asked.

“Um… you have apples?” I thought perhaps she had picked the last of the season’s fruit. I looked in the back of her truck. There was nothing there.

“Yes,” she said. “I just bought some.”

“What kind are they?” I was expecting she’d tell me they were McIntosh or Winesaps. It was apple season, after all.

“Walmart,” she replied.

“Oh.” “Do you want some?” she asked again. “You can have the whole bag if you want!” I had no idea what the correct response was, but this seemed like it was pretty important to her.

“Um… sure, I’ll take one,” I decided. The truck was a double cab. She jumped out of the front and opened the backseat door.

“My daughter says you look like Little Red Riding Hood,” she told me.

“I guess I do!” I agreed.

She reached into a bag and pulled out an apple.

It was tiny and bright red. She handed it to me.

Her nails were long and white and pointed. I looked at the bright yellow leaves on the wet pavement and her long white nails holding a shiny red apple. I suddenly felt a little nervous.

I took the unnaturally red apple.

“Thanks!”

“I used to walk here all the time,” she told me.

“I used to walk here every day!”

“Ah!” I responded, feeling seriously awkward.

The little girl was staring at me. I wondered if I was expected to eat the apple on the spot.

“Well, I better get on home!” I announced, tucking the apple in my pack.

“Bye-bye!” she said. The truck started up and they drove off.

When I got back to my parents’ cabin, I told my mother what had happened. My mother looked at the bright red apple for a long moment.

“Maybe we should just keep that apple for decoration,” my mother said.

Maybe we should.

Till next time, Carrie Carrie Classon’s memoir, “Blue Yarn,” was released earlier this year. Learn more at CarrieClasson.com.

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Fast food, fine food, family fare, stop light, four way, four lane, two, the department store has moved elsewhere, vintage shops, a common view.

Small town, city, both combined, remnants of what used to be, still we like the providential find, the thrift store holds, good buy with glee.

Yet, the automobile holds sway, dealers, mechanics, accessories, parts.

It helps those who shop farther away, as opportunity for shopping departs.

Instead of country drives for Sunday’s view, busy city calls, fulfilling want, while our home possesses, yet anew, our identification within—out front.

Fast food, fine food, family fare, good place to live though simple in form, or our dream house—could we compare? on streets pleasant beyond the norm.

The best of both worlds, would you say?

With country charm, farm food, and arts.

Additional needs, just hours away, today and past days, holds our hearts

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Garage Sales Annual Fall Rummage Sale

ESTATE SALE Thur, Oct. 24 • 11a-6p Fri, Oct. 25 • 9a-5p Sat, Oct. 26 • 9a-12p

HUGE INDOOR BARN SALE Fri, Oct. 25 • 8a-5p Sat, Oct. 26 • 8a-2p

Craftsman’s riding mower, like new, self-prop. push mower, Coast to Coast snow blower, locking gun cabinet, Sears edger, chain saw, roof rake, tools, sporting goods, hall tree, desk, full size bedroom set, table w/ 6 chairs, hutch, queen bed frame, kitchen aid mixer, household items, kid’s toys, and LOTS more! MOST items half price on Friday afternoon.

Lower yet on Saturday!

No early sales please.

We’re downsizing!

Vintage and antique items, much furniture, household items and decor, primitive farm tools, grain wagon, milling machine, radial arm saw, sleigh, old toys, beer signs, pool table, 16’ shuffleboard, much more!

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Something for everyone!

Thursday, Oct. 24 9 am - 5 p.m.

Serving hot dogs, brownies and coffee

Friday, Oct. 25 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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Multi-Family Garage Sale

Fri., Oct. 25 • 8a-5p Sat., Oct. 26 • 8a-11a

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Fri & Sat, Nov. 1 & 2

Home & holiday decor, household, misc. furniture, toys, games, etc.

Furniture, kitchen items including pans, utensils, dishes, sleeping bags, monitor, printer, sewing items and lots of misc.

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Please plan on 3 3½ hours of festivities. Performance Times: Thursdays 6pm * Fridays 6pm * Saturdays 5pm * Sundays 4pm.

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AREA BOWLING SCORES Club 53, Amery THURS-FRI NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Northwest Communications ..........79

Amery Fire Department ..................66 66 Chet’s .....................................................60 Division 2 Club 53 .................................................77.5 Carlson SV ............................................ 70

October 26 • UW Wanderoos Shed Hayride 11-1 Truck or Treat 11-2 $5 Entrance Fee Come at 11 to ride our Halloween Hayride.

Stay for our carnival in the shed.

Games and activities for kids of all ages!

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High Series: Gwen Wold 509, Cindy Hardina 478, Marcia Clark 477, Pam Humpal 453, April Boe 429, Nicki Pettay 428.

MONDAY NIGHT MEN Week 6 of 32 Division 1 Shoreview .............................................73 Tac Two ...................................................41 Division 2 Gary’s Electric....................................... 81 Dick’s Fresh Market ........................... 45 High Games: Chris Wolter 227, Scott McDermot 211, Bob Gillis 206207-203, Todd Zemke 214-202, Jim Swanson 202.

High Series: Chris Wolter 569, Scott McDermot 594, Bob Gillis 616, Todd

Zemke 595, 595 Jim Swanson 571.

571 TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Week 7 of 32 Club 53 ....................................................73 Chet Johnson Drug ............................66 Noah Insurance...................................50 Garibaldi’s............................................. 49 High Games: Will Schaffer 227-236211, Kelly Fitzgerald 212-201, Wade Prindle 206-202, Ed Flanum 216-211, Scott Sorenson 201-221.

High Series: Wil Schaffer 674, Kelly Fitzgerald 570, Wade Prindle 567, Ed Flanum 569, Scott Sorenson 572.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Week 7 of 32 Division 1 Preferred Lawn................................... 63 Alibi.........................................................40 Division 2 Club 53 ................................................ 72.5 Amery Fire Department ...............53.5 High Games: Jerod Wollan 222-268214, Joel Hanson 215, Billy Vierkandt 203.

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Spare Time Bowling Turtle Lake MONDAY NIGHT LADIES Week 7 of 28 Countyline Dairy...................................41 Clea r Lake Auto...................................37 Spare Time........................................... 34 Austad’s .................................................33 Bowlin Buddies.....................................31 Becker’s Trucking ............................... 26 Little Deb TUESDAY NIGHT LADIES Week 7 of 29 Spare Time........................................... 42 Sexy Mamas .........................................32 Range Fire Department ................... 30 The Dead Ends .................................... 26 Red Cedar Accounting ...................... 26 Citizens State Bank ............................23 True Value..............................................23 Charlie’s Place ......................................22 High Games: Renee Glowe 258, Sherri Munkelwitz 255, Cheryl Harshman 218, Sam Munkelwitz 192, Debra Johnson 189, Orreen Nottom 189, Talea Schneider 188, Sandy Fredrickson 185.

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High Series: Mark Ullom 746, Rob Erickson 727, Larry Anderson 722, Brandon Kahl 721.

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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DALE J. BEAUVAIS DOD: July 11, 2019 Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 2019PR70 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth February 11, 1953 and date of death July 11, 2019, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 960 US Highway 8, Amery, WI 54001.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is January 15, 2020.

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

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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF: Jaxon Stephen Nasseth By (petitioner) Otis Joseph Hamilton NOTICE IS GIVEN:

A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Jaxon Stephen Nasseth To: Jaxon Stephen Hamilton Birth Certificate: Jaxon Stephen Nasseth Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 19CV275 IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin, Judge Daniel J. Tolan, 1005 W. Main Street, Branch 1, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 on November 18, 2019, at 9:30 a.m.

If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715-485-9299 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation.

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

BY THE COURT: Daniel J. Tolan Circuit Court Judge September 26, 2019 (October 15, 22, 29)

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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF: Isabella Maria Rojas Bowen

By (petitioner) Jessica Marie Stoeklen NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Isabella Maria Rojas Bowen To: Isabella Maria Riojas Moody Birth Certificate: Isabella Maria Rojas Bowen Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 19CV271 IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin, Judge Daniel J. Tolan, 1005 W. Main Street, Branch 1, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 on November 5, 2019, at 1:30 p.m.

If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715-485-9299 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation.

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

BY THE COURT: Daniel J. Tolan Circuit Court Judge September 11, 2019

NAME CHANGE OF: Gabriella Selena Rojas Bowen By (petitioner) Jessica Marie Stoeklen NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Gabriella Selena Rojas Bowen To: Gabriella Selena Riojas Moody Birth Certificate: Gabriella Selena Rojas Bowen Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 19CV272 IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin, Judge Daniel J. Tolan, 1005 W. Main Street, Branch 1, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 on November 5, 2019, at 1:30 p.m.

If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715-485-9299 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation.

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

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BY THE COURT: Daniel J. Tolan Circuit Court Judge September 11, 2019

(October 8, 15, 22)

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY

(October 8, 15, 22)

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IN MEMORY

IN MEMORY

In memory of Walter Johnson

Happy Birthday on October 24th!

You left me beautiful memories. Your love is still my guide. Although I cannot see you, you’re always at my side Sadly missed, Hazel

We miss you!

PUBLIC NOTICE

Amery Cemetery Association The Amery Cemetery Association will hold a Re-Organizational Meeting on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at 7 p.m. at the Amery High School Cafeteria.

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VILLAGE OF CLEAR LAKE IS SEEKING:

RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL BUILDING INSPECTOR The Village of Clear Lake is seeking proposals for qualified Wisconsin Certified Building Inspectors and/or Building Inspection Firms for the service and contract of Residential / Commercial Building Inspections. Service would include permit review/ issuance, plan review and inspections. Proposals must provide proposed fee schedule, references, proof of insurance and certifications. This will be a contracted service agreement. Proposals are due by 3 p.m. on October 31, 2019. Proposals must be placed in sealed envelope marked “Proposals for Residential / Commercial Building Inspection Service – Village of Clear Lake”. They can be returned to: Village of Clear Lake 350 4th Avenue PO Box 48 Clear Lake, WI 54005 Additional information may be obtained by contacting Village Clerk Al Bannink at 715-2632157 or ABannink@ClearLake-WI.Gov. WNAXLP

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Amery Board of Education October 28, 2019 6:00 PM – Board Room A Regular Board Meeting of the Amery Board of Education is scheduled for Monday, October 28, 2019, at 6:00 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. Closed Session 6:00 pm 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 Statute 19.85(1)(c). Conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(g).

III. Open Session 6:30 pm IV. Spotlight on Education - Cast of “Fiddler on the Roof ” V. Consent Agenda Items A. Agenda B. Minutes C. Financial/Budget Reports D. Board Vouchers VI. Community Comments VII. Administrative/Committee/ Department Reports A. Administrator Reports B. Summer School Report - Laura Sjogren VIII. Informational Items A. Legislative Update - Shawn Doerfler B. District and Building Goals Administrative Team C. Like a Warrior Campaign Tracy Hendrickson D. School Perceptions School Climate Survey – Shawn Doerfler E. First Reading of Board Policies 452, 548, 682, 821, 821.1, 860 Shawn Doerfler IX. Action Items A. Montessori Expansion - Shawn Doerfler B. India School iPad Donation Greta & Tyler McCarty C. Lot Purchase for CTE Construction Academy - Shawn Doerfler D. Start College Now and Early College Credit Program Requests - Josh Gould E. 2019-2020 Budget, Levy and Mill Rate Andrew Dyb & Shawn Doerfler F. Short Term Borrowing Approval Andrew Dyb G. Second Reading of Board Policies 345.3, 346, 420-Rule, 443, 443.2-Rule, 460.1 - Shawn Doerfler H. Personnel Action X. Closed Session 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 Statute 19.85(1)(c). Conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(g).

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

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

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Monson, Carlson sixth at Conference XC meet

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery's girls cross country team placed third at the Middle Border Conference meet on Oct. 17 in Somerset, led by senior Lydia Monson.

Monson recorded a sixth-place time of 20:47.6 while sophomore Jaidyn McAlpine also worked her way into the top 10, placing eighth at 20:54.9.

Senior Abby Braaten claimed 25th place, finishing under 23 minutes (22:57.4) while freshman Grace Carlson was just over the 23 minute mark (23:03.7) in 26th place. Junior Megan Osero secured 29th place (23:10.8) for the final team scoring spot.

Libby Braaten came in 32nd (23:24.4) and Aurora Schwartz, 45th (25:12.1).

The boys' squad wrapped up sixth place.

Pacing the boys was senior Andrew Carlson, who placed sixth with a time of 17:21.4. Freshman Logan Dockendorf finished in a solid 20th place, stopping the clock at 18:23.1. Sophomore Sam Kelling came in 39th (19:29.7), junior Grant Hoff, 42nd (19:38.5) and senior Jens Bjorge, 45th (19:44.2) to round out the scoring spots. Senior Henry Budke posted a 46th-place time of 19:52.1 and Tyler Meyer was just a 10th of a second behind him in 47th place.

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Shown L-R: Andrew Carlson, 6th and First All Conference team. Lydia Monson, 6th First Conference. Jaidyn McAlpine, 8th and Second Conference.

TEAM SCORES Girls Osceola 46, New Richmond 52, Amery 94, St. Croix Central 102, Somerset 123, Prescott 158, Baldwin-Woodville 166, Ellsworth 208

Boys New Richmond 38, Osceola 51, St. Croix Central 73, Ellsworth 92, Prescott 124, Amery 152, Somerset 186, Baldwin-Woodville 222

NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING MEETING TOWN OF CLEAR LAKE Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 11, 2019, at 7:00 P.M. at the Clear Lake Town Hall, a PUBLIC HEARING on the PROPOSED 2020 BUDGET for the Town of Clear Lake in Polk County will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the town clerk’s office, Monday through Friday. The following is a summary of the proposed 2020 Budget: RECEIPTS:

2019

Cash year beginning Town Tax Levy Intergovernmental Revenues Licenses TOTAL

$ 20,000.00 $ 401,880.00 $ 220,122.00 150.00 $ 642,152.00

2020 $ 20,000.00 387,127.00 242,077.00 150.00 $649,354.00

% Change -4% 10% 1%

DISBURSEMENTS: General Governmental Public Safety Public Works Health & Human Services Debt Service Cash year ending TOTAL

$ 56,225.00 51,300.00 440,772.00 3,120.00 70,735.00 20,000.00 $642,152.00

66,135.00 59,224.00 447,214.00 3,120.00 53,661.00 20,000.00 $649,354.00

18% 15% 1% -24% 1%

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 11, 2019 immediately following completion of the Public Hearing on the proposed budget which begins at 7:00 p.m. at the Town of Clear Lake Hall a special town meeting of the electors called pursuant to Section 60.12 (1) (c ) of Wisconsin Statutes by the Town Board for following purposes will be held: 1. To approve the total 2020 highway expenditures pursuant to Section 81.01 (3) of Wisconsin Status.

2. To adopt the town tax levy to be paid in 2020 pursuant to Section 60.10 (1) (a) of Wisconsin Status.

Dated this 18th day of October, 2019

NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING

The regular scheduled monthly meeting of the Town of Clear Lake board will be held following the budget meeting.

Janelle M. Johnson, Clerk TOWN OF CLEAR LAKE Phone: 715-948-2189

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Application Deadline: Until Filled EOE Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.

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Survey: Quarter of women at UW-Madison sexually assaulted MADISON, Wis. (AP) — More than a quarter of University of WisconsinMadison undergraduate women who responded to a new survey say they’ve been sexually assaulted.

UW-Madison was one of 33 colleges that participated in the Association of American Universities survey this year. All

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The survey found that 26.1% of female undergraduate respondents said they’d been sexually assaulted since they entered college. Slightly more than

Pickup moving at high speed goes airborne, crashes into roof BELOIT, Wis. (AP) — Police say a Wisconsin man was arrested after crashing a pickup truck into the roof of a Beloit home.

A news release from Beloit police says the 37-year-old man, of Beloit, was driving at a high rate of speed Saturday afternoon when his vehicle left the roadway, entered a water-retaining ditch and went airborne. The homeowner said he was watching a University of Wisconsin football game when the truck came crashing through the roof about 12 feet from him.

No injuries were reported. First responders helped the pickup driver out of the vehicle.

The driver was arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and reckless driving.

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13% of female graduate students said they’d been sexually assaulted. Slightly more than 28% of students identifying as transgender, genderqueer, genderquestioning or who didn’t list their gender said they’d been sexually assaulted.

The victim or perpetrator had consumed alcohol in 77% of the assaults.

‘Making a Murderer’ figure Avery files promised appeal MADISON, Wis. (AP) — An attorney for a man whose criminal case was featured in the Netflix series “Making a Murderer” is seeking a new trial or evidentiary hearing.

Steven Avery is serving a life sentence for the 2005 killing of photographer Teresa Halbach. A circuit judge denied his request for a new trial in August.

Attorney Kathleen Zellner had promised an appeal and filed a 150-page document

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Avery’s nephew, Brendan Dassey, is also serving a life sentence in the killing.

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Amery Lions Club New Inductees On October 14, 2019, the Amery Lions Club officially inducted four new members into the club. Pictured from L-R: Dave Nelson (Sponsor), Amanda Fisk (new member), Rick Brazille (new member), Jeff Wydeven (new member), Diane Fansler (Sponsor), Shaun Doefler (new member), and Ray Stanley (Master of the Ceremony).

On Hemp Regulations, Laws, And Best Business Practices The Polk County Economic Development Corporation announced that it is hosting a forum entitled, “Hemp and Its Regulations, Laws, and Best Practices in Wisconsin.”

The program will take place on November 7th, 2019 at BrowTine Restaurant and Event Center from 2 PM to 5 PM. Interest in hemp farming and manufacturing along with selling products developed from hemp, including CBD oil, is growing.

This emerging industry, however, is heavily regulated and there are significant challenges to engaging in hemp-related businesses.

Anyone interested in gaining a better understanding about the laws and regulations of producing, marketing, and selling hemp or hemp-based products will gain valuable insights during this free program.

A variety of experts will be making presentations and participate in a panel discussion to answer questions.

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• Brian Kuhn, WI Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection • Jeff Kemp, Polk County District Attorney • Dan Ruck, Vice President Frontier Ag & Turf • Abbie Testaberg, Co-Founder of Whole Plant Technologies Please register to attend this program on November 7th from 2 PM to 5 PM to be held at BrowTine Restaurant and Event Center, 1361 100th St., Amery, WI 54001.

Register by emailing director@polkcountyedc.com and provide your name, email address, and business/organization.

The Polk County Economic Development Corporation is a public-private organization that was created to encourage and promote economic development and capital investment, create and retain quality jobs, enhance the tax base and facilitate positive sustainable growth throughout Polk County, Wisconsin.

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From the perspective of a beekeeper-feeding our community Making the case for community based food systems in western Wisconsin

BY KRISTY LYNN ALLEN

In 2010, I started my first 2 honeybee hives on Foxtail Farm in Osceola, WI. That was the year I fell in love with bees but also with Western Wisconsin. That year, I made it a goal to become a full time beekeeper and to have my own farm in the area. At the time, I lived in Minneapolis and had just started my business, The Beez Kneez. Almost 10 years later, I have built a successful beekeeping business that manages 150 colonies for honey production, bee breeding and education. I also sell beekeeping equipment including a pedal-powered honey extractor that I invented and now sell to individuals and educational facilities.

In 2017, my partner and I moved from Minneapolis to a small farm we bought in Burnett County. We had several reasons to move here, but one major motivator was the existence of an incredible network of small, diversified farming operations in Western, WI. I have been keeping bees in the area for several years now and I depend on their farms to keep my bees healthy and thriving

to sell quality honey. I now keep bees on 6 area farms, 4 of which are in Polk County near Amery. I sell honey directly to customers in the area, as well as in the Twin Cities metro.

Honeybees are struggling for many reasons including parasites, pesticides and poor nutrition. They depend on a diversity of crops and flowers to survive and make excess honey for us to enjoy.

Their foraging capacity is 3-5 miles which covers a radius of 8,000 acres. Therefore, as a beekeeper, I rely on other farmers and the land they steward for healthy bees and a good honey crop.

Of course, farmers benefit from pollination services of honeybees in return. The economic gain can be hard to see on paper, but there is no question that the exchange of service between honeybees and farmers is important for those of us raising them.

Healthy bees provide ample pollination services to diversified vegetable and livestock farms, while making a honey crop for beekeepers. They can also play a part in advancing soil health by delivering their services to perennial and

cover crops such as clover, alfalfa and buckwheat.

Of course, a diversified system of agriculture is not as pervasive today as it once was. Changes in crop and livestock practices have directly impacted the beekeeping industry, which is struggling to keep bees healthy and thriving. A push for efficiency and never-ending production in all sectors of agricultural, has led to less diversity, more disease and less money in the pockets of farmers. This always makes me think of the old adage â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t put all your eggs in one basket.â&#x20AC;?

Over the last 30-40 years, landscapes and agricultural practices have become less diversified, especially in places like MN and Iowa, pushing beekeepers and bees into stressful situations. Beekeepers have been pushed to rely more on almond pollination contracts in California.

When you bring your bees to California, you take tremendous risks in shipping the bees, including the spread of disease and exposure to chemical applications. Beekeepers then bring back

bees to the midwest to make honey, but the honey crop has become less reliable.

I learned early on that by selling my honey direct to the consumer, rather than a large packer, I got to set the price based on the real cost of production. Consumers want pure, quality honey from beekeepers they know; and many are willing to pay for that cost. The same applies to the farmers I partner with to place bees. The whole foods produced on those farms are sold directly to the consumer. We often share and gain customers together by partnering on value added products like honey-infused bacon, sausage, cheese and more.

As a member of the Burnett/Polk County WI farmers union, I am proud and excited to be part of the work to advance small and family farms working toward a robust economy in rural Wisconsin.

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Public Presentation Thursday, October 24th 6 pm Amery High School Cafeteria Agriculture is on the menu for discussion here in Western WI and Polk County. What will Northwest Wisconsinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future look like? What role will agriculture have in shaping that future?

The Polk Burnett Chapter of the Wisconsin Farmers Union is hosting a public presentation by Community Food Systems analyst Ken Meter.

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Amery and Northwest Wisconsin built a proud tradition of agriculture and manufacturing, but both sectors have declined in recent decades.

Manufacturing income has fallen slightly, while low commodity prices, especially in dairy, place the survival of family farms in jeopardy. Now the largest source of personal income in Polk County is transfer payments from public programs, including pensions and unemployment benefits.

Meanwhile, Farmers, entrepreneurs and consumers in Northwest Wisconsin have been patiently building new approaches to food and to family farming. How will these small businesses play a role in shaping Amery and Northwest Wisconsinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future?

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