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Clausen, even took the overall National Individual trophy.

Other Quiz Bowl team members include Nick Erickson who took 4th overall, Michaela Erickson who took 6th overall and Hailey Clausen took 22nd overall. The win is Amery’s fi rst National team championship, ever.

And Amery proved outstanding in other events as well.

Another settlement has been reached in the case of Osceola based NeuroScience, Inc., Pharmasan Labs, Inc. and their 75-year-old founder, Gottfried Kellermann, this time with criminal implications.

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The agreement comes less Kellermann than a year after the companies reached a separate civil settlement with the U.S. Attorney’s office regarding Medicare billing fraud. Kellermann and his wife, Mieke, agreed to pay $8.5 million in that case.

The Kellermanns and their businesses have been under ongoing scrutiny in recent years from various government agencies, including the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

The businesses of Pharmasan and

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The Amery Fire Department helped welcome home the Amery FFA students from the National Convention on Saturday, where the group earned several awards including their first ever National Quiz Bowl Championship title.

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FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana last week. Several Amery FFA teams were among them.

After his impromptu speech at the Amery Fire Hall Saturday afternoon, FFA Advisor Derrick Meyer’s glassy eyes say it all.

Amery’s Senior Quiz Bowlers took home Amery’s fi rst-ever team National Championship last week. One team member, Dylan

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Arlen “Ralph” Severson has been looking after Deer Park’s ‘Deer Park’ for about six years now. He lives close by. He feeds them, checks in on them.

And knows their behavior pretty well.

But several weeks ago, a moment

came that he wasn’t expecting.

“I got a call that Wednesday night.

Someone said that the oldest one had a hole in its side.”

The oldest one, that Arlen refers to, is a 10 ½ year old buck. One of three deer confined in the several acre lot that’s been part of the Deer Park landscape for many decades. Here, they live to be

ten or twelve years old, almost twice as long as in the wild.

The injury is presumed to have been caused by the only other buck in the pen.

In what is thought to have been a moment of rut-fueled passion, the buck appears to have taken a sharp antler to the side, and as fate would have it,

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“He had to be put down,” says Arlen.

That buck had become something of a local legend, one of the oldest to ever inhabit the park, according to Severson.

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NEUROSCIENCE: CEO pleads guilty in settlement, sentencing to take place Jan. 19 FROM PAGE ONE

NeuroScience operate under two different names and serve two different functions, but work together in their day-today operation. Both companies have been based out of the same rural Osceola location since 2002, employing approximately 150 people.

Pharmasan conducts a wide range of medical tests for doctors and clinics worldwide. Human blood and urine are sent to Pharmasan for testing of neurotransmitter-related conditions, tick-borne illnesses, endocrine systems, immune systems, genetic conditions, and more. Their laboratories are certified by a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and subject to regular inspection and recertification.

The couple’s other business, NeuroScience, provides doctors with assessments of those tests, and based on the results, also recommends its own supplements or ‘nutraceutical formulas.’ Neuroscience makes formulas for a wide range of conditions. But in a disclaimer the company admits that their own claims have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, and that their products are ‘not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.’ NeuroScience is not subject to the same approvals or oversight as Pharmasan.

The validity of the group’s practices came under scrutiny in 2013, when a lawsuit fi led by the U.S. Attorney’s office alleged that the companies and Gottfried Kellermann obstructed governmental oversight when they manipulated test data by creating an unapproved and unvalidated ‘normal’ range for their tests, and also failed to disclose that fact to Health Department inspectors. The complaint also names Kellermann’s wife, Mieke, as an officer of the com-

pany who would have been involved in a cover up of illegal and fraudulent actions.

The specific test in question in the lawsuit is a urinary “neurotransmitter” test, used to identify levels of amino acids and other compounds.

Doctors worldwide have used Pharmasan tests in diagnosing patients and prescribing treatment and medication, leaving questions as to the reach of the claim’s implications.

Questionable past practices

by NeuroScience also include an October 2006 letter from the Department of Health and Human Services warning the company about fraudulent labeling and advertising practices with their ‘supplement’ products.

In a civil portion of the October 14th settlement, both Pharmasan and NeuroScience agreed to pay the United States over $5.6 million and Kellermann agreed to pay

‘They were required to explain the situation [to patients] and advise them to check in with their practitioner,’ Dan Fruchter U.S. Attorney’s Office in Madison an additional $500k. The settlement resolves allegations that the group violated the False Claims Act by submitting false claims to Medicare and TRICARE as a result of their actions. Just over $1.2 million of the funds will be paid to a whistleblower named in the lawsuit, Danielle Ailts Campeau, a former employee.

As for the criminal portion of the settlement, NeuroScience pled guilty on October 14th to conspiring to obstruct

administration of the Health Department’s oversight program. Gottfried Kellermann also pled guilty to violating the requirements of the program.

With the admission, NeuroScience faces a maximum fine of $500,000 and Kellermann faces a maximum penalty of one year in prison and a fine of $100,000. Sentencing in the case is scheduled for Jan. 19.

As of the time the complaint was fi led in 2013, Gottfried Kellermann was listed as the primary owner and manager of both companies.

According to Dan Fruchter, a prosecutor for the case working with the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Madison, Gottfried Kellermann is no longer acting as the Laboratory Director for Pharmasan, and is believed to have been relieved of those duties at the request of the Department of Health and Human Services.

“Our understanding is that [The Kellermanns] are planning to wind down their ownership of the company,” says Fruchter. “But that was not part of our settlement.”

A statement released on behalf of Gottfried Kellermann makes no mention of those plans.

The company also says there was no allegation of any patient or provider complaints, and no finding or admission that any patient was adversely impacted.

The company adds that Kellermann will continue his role as President and CEO of NeuroScience as he has before, and that he is not the Lab Director or Manager of Pharmasan, but was never relieved of those duties.

Gottfried Kellermann is quoted in the statement as saying, “This has been a long saga which we are glad to put behind us and move forward.”

He adds, “NeuroScience and Pharmasan Labs have worked hard since this matter sur-

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The Kellermanns’ businesses, NeuroScience and Pharmasan, are based in rural Farmington Township at the end of a private gravel road where the Kellermanns also reside. Although no signs for either company are displayed, a no-trespassing sign is visible to the public.

faced to implement procedures to ensure we are in regulatory compliance.”

According to Fruchter, the companies were required by the Health Department to notify patients who were potentially impacted by the testing.

Those notifications were made in 2014, shortly after the complaint was fi led.

“They were required to explain the situation and advise them to check in with their practitioner,” says Fruchter.

“That was part of their corrective action that they had to go through to keep their certification. Those same allegations are the things that we’ve been investigating that have now culminated in this settlement.”

Company spokeperson, Sandi Scott, says that the ownership of the companies remains intact and that the Kellermanns are committed to a stable future for the company and its employees.

However, it’s unclear how the pleas will affect the residency of either Gottfried or Mieka Kellermann. Both Kellermanns are from Germany and have been living in the

United States with authorization since the 1970s. In 2008 a U.S. immigration judge ordered the then 68-year-old Gottfried Kellermann removed from the United States, citing a 1992 conviction for making false statements to a U.S. agency and conspiracy to defraud the United States. The convictions were classified by immigration as ‘Crimes Involving Moral Turpitude,’ justifying his removal from the country. Kellermann appealed those decisions but they were denied in 2010.

Speaking on behalf of the Kellermanns, Scott maintains that as of today both Gottfried and Mieke are in the United States lawfully and are in compliance with all immigration requirements.

According to Fruchter, Gottfried Kellermann was required to surrender his passport during the proceedings.

He says the decision of residency is being handled by a separate U.S. agency, while the future licensing and continued operation of Pharmasan remains under scrutiny by the U.S. Department of Health.

BUCK: Scoring contest will help help fund deer park with food and supplies FROM PAGE ONE

fight it.

The deer don’t have names, he says. At least none that he knows of. But that doesn’t mean they’re any less special to those that live in the area.

Severson says thousands of people a year will drive through the area at the southwest edge of town, a fenced in plot near the playground and ball field.

“They’ll be wondering what happened to him,” he adds.

Two deer remain, one buck and one doe. Severson says that they hope to introduce another sometime soon.

The genetics of the deer within the park have historically produced large atypical antlers, in-

cluding those from the late elder deer. Some of his recent sheds are on display at Deer’s Bar in Deer Park, and Anchor Point Archery in Amery. His shoulder mount will find a home soon too.

Those who’ve come to appreciate that buck’s beauty are adding purpose to his life, and now death.

Visitors to Anchor Point archery can participate in a contest to guess the score of the late deer’s 2014 antlers for just $1 per guess.

The contest will run until opening day of gun season. Proceeds will help benefit the deer park.

A photo of the eldest deer taken this summer (August) by Joe Breeggemann of Anchor Point Archery.

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Historical Society A meeting of the Amery Area Historical Society will take place at 5 p.m. in the lower level of the Amery Public Library.

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Fall Rummage Sale Redeemer Lutheran Church will host their annual fall rummage sale at 600 S. Keller in Amery. Food served. Thursday from 11 to 5 and Friday 9 to 4.

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

Great Pumpkin Extravaganza Amery FFA will host their first annual pumpkin challenge extravaganza! For a free will donation or a canned good, see what local artists can create ‘in pumpkin.’ View many elaborately decorated and carved designs at Lien Elementary from 6 to 8:30 p.m. You may even get to take one home with you. Proceeds benefit the Amery Food Pantry.

OCTOBER 29 ‘Boo!’ An evening of scary stories and poems for Halloween read by members of the Northern Lakes Theater Guild at Northern Lakes Center for the Arts, 113 Elm Street in Amery. Begins at 7:30 p.m. $5 for adults, $1 for children.

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

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

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Local Artist Paul Oman will paint a larger-than-life mural of ‘Jesus Loves the Little Children’at Balsam Lutheran Church, during a special service held on Saturday, October 29th at 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend and watch the story unfold artistically, musically, narratively, and scripturally during the event. The event will be held in memory of Lyle Fox. All children in attendance will be invited to paint their handprint around the border of the mural.

Treats will be served following the service.

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

NOVEMBER 4 Swiss Steak Dinner Redeemer Lutheran Church will host a Swiss Steak Dinner from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Dinner includes Swiss Steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetables, baked beans, cranberries, rolls dessert and beverages. Adults $8, children six to 12 are $4, under six are free. Partial funding by Thrivent Financial.

NOVEMBER 5 Bazaar Trinity Lutheran Church, 1 mile east of 65 on Cty. Rd. F., will hold a bazaar from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Take in a large selection of baked goods, quilt sales, crafts, soaps, towels, raffles and more. Lunch also served for $4.00.

Roast Beef Dinner East Immanuel Lutheran Church will host their Roast Beef Dinner from 4 to 7. $10 for adults, $4 for children under 12. Event also includes a bake sale. Dinner includes roast beef, real mashed potatoes, gravy, rutabagas, salad, rolls, pie and beverage. Take outs available.

Clothing and Coat Giveaway Grace Community Church in partnership with The King’s Closet will host a Clothing ad Coat Giveaway from 9 to 2. Adult and children’s sizes.

Winter coats and blankets.

Children’s sizes limited so plan to arrive early. Everything is free.

NOVEMBER 6 Fall Harvest Dinner Little Falls Lutheran Church hosts their Fall Harvest Dinner from 11:30 to 1:30. Serving turkey, real mashed potatoes, stuffing, squash, corn, cranberries, rolls, dessert, and milk, coffee or water. Take outs available. 715-268-9409.

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

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

Doors open at 6:15 for desserts and refreshments.

son Drug and the Amery High School office.

NOVEMBER 15 Loaded Potato Dinner Amery High School Band Boosters invite you to a Loaded Potato Dinner held from 5 to 7 p.m., just before their Fall Band Concert. Dinner includes a large baked potato accompanied by a medly of toppings, and an encore of cupcake choices plus a beverage. Toppings include chili, broccoli, ham, cheese, sour cream, butter and more. Free will donation.

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Light up the Town Amery’s annual Lighted Parade and ‘Light up the Town’ event will take place starting at 5 p.m. with a Chili feed at the Fire Hall (5 to 8 p.m.) The lighted parade begins on Harriman Avenue at 6 p.m. with the lighting afterward in Soo Line Park.

Meet me in St. Louis The Amery High School production of ‘Meet Me in St. Louis’ will be Friday and Saturday, November 11 & 12 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, November 13 at 2 p.m. Admission is $5. Advance tickets available at Chet John-

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Festi-Fall Vendor & Bake Sale Join the Amery Area Community Center from 9am-2pm for their Fall Fundraiser!

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We are in the home stretch now, just a week away from the general election.

I am hard pressed to recall an election where people have been so polarized and just plain angry.

I imagine that many people casting their ballots in the presidential election will be voting against one person instead of for their opponent.

A friend of mine described the choices in the presidential race this way: “do you want to die of a heart attack or cancer?”

I’m afraid he hit the nail right on the head. Since it became clear that Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump would be the nominees of the two parties, many have wonif this was the best the naPublisher dered tion could come up with to lead Tom Stangl us for the next four years.

The folks that like Mrs. Clinton hate Mr. Trump and Trump’s fans feel the same about Clinton. In nearly every poll, a majority of respondents say they have negative feelings towards both candidates.

A bruising campaign with mistakes and inappropriate behavior from both camps has only fanned the flames of mistrust and hatred.

This tenor has trickled down to nearly every level of the ballot. It seems that almost everyone is telling us how bad their opponent is rather than telling us what they would do if they were elected. This “kick ‘em when they’re up, kick ‘em when they’re down” approach continues because it works.

It is nothing new. The politicians in the 1800s questioned whether their opponents were born legitimately and questioned the morals of their spouses. In those days, these attacks were sometimes settled with a duel.

Now we use social media and send a tweet to our followers to control the conversation, stoke the flames and prove that we won’t be bullied. Of course, the response is bullying, but that is OK, right?

It seems that the ends always justify the means when it comes to politics.

I’ve been watching a PBS series, “16 for 16,” that profiles 16 presidential candidates. Gov. Michael Dukakis, the 1988 Democratic nominee, still believes he was right to let negative ads go unanswered. Gary Hart, who sought the nomination in 1984 and 1988, still believes his private life should be private, refusing to answer any questions about the topic that brought down his run in 1988.

In his speech announcing his exit from the campaign, Hart chided the media and warned that if the nation continued on the path it was on, “we would get the leaders we deserved.”

It looks like he was right.

But after the dust settles on Nov. 9, the winner of the election will be tasked to unite the nation and represent all of the people.

Edmund Burke, the Irish politician who lived in the 18th century, is considered by some to be the father of modern conservativism. He said “All government — indeed, every human benefit and enjoyment, every virtue and every prudent act — is founded on compromise and barter.”

Those guys in the 18th century could really turn a phrase.

I want everyone to vote. I don’t really care who you vote for, that’s still your decision.

I only wish we were able to honestly say we were voting for someone and not against the other candidate.

As always, I welcome your comments. You can reach me by email at tstangl@theameryfreepress.com, telephone 715-268-8101 or write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery, WI, 54001.

Thanks for reading; I’ll keep in touch. Feel free to do the same.

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If you feel like I do, going to the voting booth in the next few weeks to cast an intelligent vote will be difficult. Some of you may have already voted in absentia.

You may also feel we have a difficult task in correcting the course our nation is taking.

When you take a long look at our nation and the many problems it is facing you must wonder, like I do, if our leaders are truly representing us or are Owner they self-serving Gene Johnson and only gaining wealth and power?

An effective democracy can be a two party system but it must debate the issues and reach a compromise of what is going to be best for the constituents. I don’t think our government is functioning that way anymore.

The root of this problem is that money is driving the elections.

This includes the money by donors and lobbyists rather than true representation of the individual voter or citizen by the elected officials.

In a complex nation like ours

it is very difficult to be informed on all of the issues. I remember a number of years ago spending a day with Senator Rudy Boschwitz.

I asked Rudy, “How do you stay on top of all the bills that come before you and hold all of the government agencies accountable?” He frankly said, “We can’t, we don’t.”

I think it is difficult for the voters today to be well-informed. The media is doing a lousy job at explaining the issues to the voters.

Look at all the sensationalism the media is throwing at us about this presidential election and the candidates. We are not being told the background on the major issues we are faced with.

For example: a crippled federal health care program, an infrastructure that’s deteriorating and VA hospitals that are second or third rate in providing health care for our veterans, skyrocketing college tuition, widespread fear of terrorism and thousands of displaced people and children from the war-torn countries.

The economy is also slow to recover from the last recession.

The loss of good paying jobs going overseas. Service jobs grew but at a much slower wage rate.

An informed electorate should correct the wrongs. It may be very

slow in process. At the moment I am not very optimistic about America’s future.

We need to control the money spent by candidates running for office. We may have to limit terms. We need media to provide us with more in-depth information about the issues and we need a public who wants to be informed rather than entertained.

Do your part and vote! Prior to and once the election is over do all you can to stay informed and communicate with Congress and with our political leaders on the federal, state and local levels.

Give them your opinion. It counts.

Our country appears to be unraveling at the seams.

We are moving from capitalism to socialism and perhaps that’s the desire of America’s population.

I treasure our freedoms, this land of opportunity, justice and free enterprise. We have enjoyed the blessings of liberty. Let’s work together to preserve what our founding leaders set in place a couple hundred years ago.

Gene Johnson in the owner of Sentinel Publications and the Amery Free Press.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ‘Feeding at the trough’ To the Editor, As we approach this election, we have two choices for the United States Senate: Russ Feingold and Ron Johnson.

One of them has already “fed at the public trough” for 18 years, and has a record of broken promises.

The other has build a business that employs many Wisconsin workers. In his first term he has consistently voted for and supported items that benefit both Wisconsin and our national security.

One of them has used his tenure to benefit himself.

The other has used his to benefit us.

This makes the choice easy. Ron Johnson for Senate.

Robert Goodlad Alden Township

An officer’s perspective To the Editor, First things first...

I want to tell you that I am a police officer working in Polk County. I am NOT writing this as a member of my department. I am writing this as a citizen of Polk County. This is also NOT a letter against Jeff Kemp. I know Jeff personally. I like Jeff and I am proud to call him to friend.

The reason I am writing this is to show my support for the current District Attorney’s Office and the staff who work extremely hard every day to try and make this community a better place to live.

Over the past month or two, I have read, and heard, comments attacking the current District Attorney and his office. I have heard suggestions that they are lazy and under qualified. While the system is not perfect, I can tell you with 100% confidence that the District Attorney’s Office, despite being drastically understaffed, go about their job everyday with the best interest of this community in mind. I have seen the passion they bring to their job firsthand. Yes, like many, I am not always happy with all of the decisions that are made, but I can also tell you they aren’t always happy either. The system isn’t perfect. Often times, cases are dismissed or settled not because of them, but rather, circumstances that go well beyond their office (problems with victims, witnesses, law enforcement, investigation, etc.). Through it all the staff continues to forge ahead with knowledge that the cases will keep coming.

One of the main reasons why the workload continues to mount has to do with Dan Steffen’s approach towards crime in Polk County, by aggressively fi ling criminal charges when the law has been violated.

I have worked with other District Attorney’s and without a doubt Dan is one of the most aggressive prosecutors I know. It’s true- Dan’s approach has put him out there more than most, and in some cases he has paid the price; but at the end of the day, I would rather have someone who fights for the concept of right and wrong as opposed to failing to stand up for fear of retaliation or criticism.

In a position where you can never make everyone happy, I believe Dan has made his decisions in the courtroom with the best interest of Polk County in mind. Even though it may be easier at times to not fi le charges, Dan and his office have always put the greater good of the community first by trying to hold people accountable for their actions. Accountability leads to change (hopefully).

I believe Dan Steffen should be recognized for the staff working with him and for him. I believe Dan, and his staff, should be recognized for the passion they bring to their job each and every day. I believe that Dan and his staff should also be recognized for the fact that they know the system is not perfect and they continue to strive toward making it better.

I have been in law enforcement for several years. I have seen the “passion” fizzle out more times than I care to admit. I know that as an officer, the community expects me to give my best every day. My community expects me attack my job with professionalism, hard work and an overwhelming desire to do my best for the people I serve. I expect the same of my fellow officers. I expect the same from my Dis-

trict Attorney and his staff. While I, and they, have and will make mistakes along the way, the passion and desire they share continues to push them to be better. When it comes to the leaders within my community, at the end of the day, that’s all you can ask.

Andrew Vitalis Osceola, Wis.

Critical of Jarchow’s record To The Editor, All politics are local. Few elected offices are as important to the day to day life of a citizen as that of the state assembly representative. While we are all watching our national elections unfold, the races that affect us most are going somewhat unnoticed.

In the race for the 28th Assembly district we have a stark choice between two candidates.

The incumbent, Adam Jarchow, has a voting record that he claims is supportive of the concept of local control. In reality, he votes in lock-step with ALEC to do away with local control of zoning rules. He votes to eliminate local governmental control and align it with the interests of ALEC and WMC and their members. His voting record on the environment stands out as THE WORST in the state assembly. His record reveals three things: His votes are in the pocket of big money donors., His ambitions are on higher elected offices. His interests are not in serving the constituents of his district, except those who support his first two positions.

In his opponent, Jeff Peterson, we have an alternative. A man who is committed to returning true local control to the district. A man who’s principled leadership on environmental issues is well-documented for the past 30 years. A man who supports and will defend your second amendment rights. A man who has no ambition to higher elected office. His interests are in serving our district and representing us all in Madison.

As an independent business owner, as a sportsman, a gun owner, and a father of four children I strongly support the candidacy of Jeff Peterson for the 28th Assembly district, and encourage you to do so as well. Your vote has tremendous impact on our day to day life, and voting for Peterson will improve the lives of citizens in our district.

Leif Ringstad Sr Clayton, Wis.

A personal endorsement To the Editor, On November 8, the people of Polk County have the opportunity to make positive changes in the District Attorney’s Office. We can choose to elect Jeff Kemp, a man fi lled with integrity, kindness, and who is as hard-working as they come.

As Jeff’s wife, I would like to tell you about the man behind the candidate. Jeff is a faithful, supportive and loving husband as well as a nurturing and caring father. Jeff’s actions are the same in public as they are at home - he opens doors, says please and thank you, anticipates the needs of others, is helpful, kind, and honest. I want my sons to grow up to be men just like Jeff - men of integrity who value and respect women and will stand behind what they know is right.

Jeff is a role model of a man who serves his community by volunteering through church, Rotary and touches the lives of many in our community in unseen ways. He always treats people with dignity and respect.

The manner in which Jeff has conducted himself throughout this election process is a great example of his character and his attitude toward fellow citizens. He has chosen to take the high road reaching out to the community talking about what he can do and not about his opponent. He has worked hard to run a positive election at every turn.

I want to thank my husband, Jeff Kemp, for choosing me and my sons to be a part of his family. Jeff shows us how deeply he loves and cares for us on a daily basis. I want to thank my husband, Jeff Kemp,

for putting himself out there to offer the people of Polk County exactly what he gives to our family every day.

Kate Murtaugh St. Croix Falls, Wis.

Steffen has proven ability To the Editor, Whichever way this election goes, Dan Steffen’s ten years as District Attorney merit respect. Dan has the guts to litigate the cases which need to be tried, even when they may not be sure winners – and this is the mark of a lawyer who cares about justice. He has the skill and experience to try a case well – and this only comes with the skill that experience provides. He has the wisdom to know which cases need to be resolved by the jury and which can be settled consistently with the public interest. These are the qualities that matter in a District Attorney.

Dan Steffen has been a pioneer in programs such as the drug court and the diversion program which humanely guide those who have made mistakes toward a life with fewer mistakes. Sometimes punishment is required; sometimes guidance is the right path – most often it’s a blend of the two. The wisdom is in striking the balance. Dan has proven ability in the wisdom of this balance.

Our own personal lives always come with our share of mistakes. We hope not to be defined by them, and to carry forward having learned. Would that we could be perfect, but this is seldom possible. In my opinion, Dan Steffen’s administration has been an asset to this county.

Mark D. Biller Former District Attorney for Polk County

Enough with the arguing To the Editor, First things first. I am not a political activist, as a matter of fact, I hate everything political. I truly believe that political signs are a form of visual pollution and should be banned for display until a month before elections. There is nothing more irritating than the hundreds of political ads on TV that are plumb full of lies, half truths and exaggerations. Remember, each party is trying to make the opposition look as bad as possible.

Enough of all these letters to the editor slamming the candidate they don’t like and everyone who does not agree with the writer. Realize that all people do not need or want to be told who to vote for. Arguing over politics is like arguing over religion, who decides which side is right?

Take the time to look at the pros and cons of each candidate and decide for yourself which one best suits your ideals and beliefs. Do not listen to or be swayed by the rantings, ravings and bullying tactics of some dyed-in-the-wool party extremist.

Not all people see eye to eye, that is why there is more than one party. Ignore the fanatical, political zealots. Spend time learning about each candidate, then vote your heart.

Pam Carson Black Brook, Wis.

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Minnesota man seriously injured in Friday ATV accident

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

What caused a 50-year-old Zumbrota, Minn. man to fall from his three-wheeled ATV Friday evening remains a mystery this week.

According to an accident report provided by the Polk County Sheriff’s Department, 50-yearold Michael A. Overby was riding a 1985 Honda three-wheeled ATV along a paved ATV Route on Mains Crossing in Apple River Township, around 6:00 Friday evening.

Overby was the third rider in a group of four from Minnesota. They were in the area for the weekend, staying at Overby’s cabin on the Apple River.

The rider following Overby reported that he saw him swerve slightly, causing Overby to fall off the ATV. The three-wheeler remained upright. Overby, who was not wearing a helmet, sustained a serious skull fracture and broken ribs. He was flown from the scene to Regions Hospital in St. Paul.

Bill Koller, who was riding ahead of Overby at the time, immediately called 911 from the scene.

“We were in front of a house. So I gave 911 the information on the fire number. And she said ‘I don’t know where that is, based on that fire number.’ I’m not from the area, and I knew where I was going, but had no idea where I was.

It felt like forever trying to figure out where we were,” says Koller. “I kept thinking, I’m in front of a house with a fire number. Why can’t you find me?”

Fortunately another member of the party used their own phone to map their location.

He adds that despite the difficulty trying to locate the scene, those that responded did a tremendous job, and he’s exceptionally thankful for their efforts.

According to Koller, Overby remains at Regions this week, and has been somewhat responsive, but has not spoken.

Koller adds that all four of them are very experienced riders. Although three-wheelers haven’t been manufactured for safety reasons for many years, they are legal to operate.

‘I kept thinking, I’m in front of a house with a fire number. Why can’t you find me?’

Bill Koller Friend of victim

Koller says there was a woman who stopped at the scene and waited with them. They don’t remember her saying anything, just holding Overby’s hand.

“She was tall and thinner, with long blonde hair.”

The term ‘angel’ has been used, says Koller.

Several people mentioned her description sounds like Overby’s late mother.

If anyone knows the identity of the woman, they would like to find her and thank her. Mike Overby has a CaringBridge site, for those who might wish to contact the group or check his progress.

Man arrested for OWI, child in car Wis. DOT -- Chad D. Mathison, 22 years of age, from Woodville, WI has been arrested by the Wisconsin StatePatrol Eau Claire Post for operating a motor vehicle under the influence, 1st offense, with one child in the vehicle under the age of 16.

On October 18, 2016 at approximately 1:13 a.m., a Wisconsin State Patrol trooper stopped a vehicle operated by Chad D. Mathison, age 22, Woodville, Wis. for speeding. A subsequent investigation revealed that Mathison was driving under the influence of a drug, 1st offense with a minor in the vehicle.

Mathison was also charged with possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, adult permitting underage drinking, open intoxicants in a motor vehicle, and speeding. Mathison submitted to an evidentiary blood test and was taken to the Mathison Dunn County jail pending an initial court appearance.

“Pursuant to the direction of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, as found in Supreme Court Rule 20:3.6, Trial Publicly, be advised that a charge is merely an accusation and that a defendant ispresumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.”

Divorces Filed Richard R. Clayton, 89, Luck and Julie K. Clayton, 57, Milltown, fi led for divorce on October 4, 2016.

Chelsey A. Foeller, 42, Luck and Alex C. Foeller, 44, Milltown fi led for divorce on October 4, 2016.

Amanda R. Johnson, 37, Centuria and Clifford M. Johnson, 52, Centuria fi led for divorce on October 7, 2016.

Polk County Circuit Court

Appearance date: Oct. 4, 2016 Marie A. Abress, 53, Amery, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Susan L. Allen, 53, Minneapolis, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Kaitlin R. Berg, 25, Osceola, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Ryan T. Blanchard, 32, Vadnais Heights, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

David H. Brunberg, 23, Cumberland, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; fail to stop at stop sign, $175.30.

Amanda C. Cushweiler, 29, Luck, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Meghan M. Christenson, 27, Dresser, fail to stop at stop sign, $175.30.

Deth L Pitzel Commers, 45, St. Paul, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Katie M. Conway, 35, River Falls, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Lynn A. Cox, 59, Becker, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Brent A. Dahlberg, 27, Rice Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Eric A. Doornbos, 41, Frederic, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Kristy L. Echeverria, 28, Webster, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Leighton L. Erickson, 25, Turtle Lake, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Cathryn E. Filip, 56, Milltown, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Rebecca a. Flink, 28, New Richmond, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Shilo D. Gall, 36, Osceola, operate unregistered truck (<=10,000 lbs., $200.50.

Brett J. Garry, 30, Maplewood, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

John A. Getschel, 69, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Jesse a. Gjerdahl, 26, Luck, dog at large, $100.

Brent R. Graber, 33, Osceola, non-registration of vehicle – auto < 10,000 lbs., $175.30; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Taylor T. Grunow, 24, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Lindsay6 R. Hildreth, 36, St. Croix Falls, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Michael A. Hovey, 53, Sunfish Lake, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Sanci J. Hulett, 28, Frederic, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Micheal D. Jackson, 63, Luck, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

David A. Javes, 65, Amery, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Douglas D. Jensen, 64, St. Croix Falls, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Josette M. Kekedakis, 44, St. Paul, MN, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50.

Grabriella M. Khazraeinazmpour, 17, Centuria, unnecessary acceleration, $213.10.

Todd D. Larson, 54, Roseville, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone, $175.30.

Kristopher M. Lather, 34, Sartell,

MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Lonny B. Loeschke, 50, Zimmerman, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Gail M. Logerquist, 52, Maple Grove, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Sheila M. Mezori, 44, Sioux Falls, SD, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Richard C. Miller, 49, Dresser, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Shawn G. Monson, 41, Clear Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Jason A. Mudgett, 36, Clayton, operating while suspended, $200.50; non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Benjamin M. Nelson, 18, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Ray A. Ose, 82, St. Croix Falls, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Desiree A. Parrish, 18, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (25-29 mph), $250.90.

Thomas J. Peterson, 37, Siren, operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50.

Troy J. Peterson, 38, Chisago City, MN, speeding on city highway (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Cassondra J. Pietz, 25, Amery, drink open intoxicants in MV-passenger, $200.50.

Shannon L. Sattler, 42, New Richmond, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Kelly M. Schaible, 36, Cushing, fail to yield at uncontrolled intersection, $175.30.

Donna M. Maier, 47, Amery and William S. Maier, 46, Amery fi led for divorce on October 11, 2016.

Regina M. Buhr, 44, Clear Lake and William A. Buhr, 51, Clear Lake fi led for divorce on October 18, 2016.

Cynthia A. Hoff, 61, Amery and Matthew O. Hoff, 63, Amery fi led for divorce on October 18, 2016.

Zachary R. Schmidt, 19, Frederic, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Gerald S. Schultz, 74, Frederic, fail to yield right of way from parked position, $175.30.

Terrance L. Sieben, 33, Hastings, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Sydney V. Simpson, 20, New Richmond, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Katrina L. Sullivan, 25, Siren, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

James M. Tollefson, 39, Cushing, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Germain J. Tucker, 32, Amery, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Matthew C. Unruh, 30, Shafer, MN, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Angelica L. Vogel, 42, Danbury, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; hit and run – property adjacent to highway, $263.50; display unauthorized vehicle registration plate, $238.30.

Carl J. Wallin, 52, Grantsburg, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

David R. Wett, 26, Taylors Falls, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Shelley R. Whitehead, 46, Burnsville, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Debra K. Woitas, 55, St. Croix Falls, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Steven A. Wright, 53, St. Croix Falls, permit unauthorized minor to drive, $200.50.

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Amery Police Report 10/14/2016 – 10/21/2016 10/14/16, 11:10AM, Juvenile Call 10/14/16, 2:44PM, Mental Health Call 10/14/16, 8:30PM, Suspicious ATV Search 10/14/16, 8:20PM, Fireworks Complaint 10/15/16, 9:21 AM, Damage to Property Call 10/15/16, 6:03 PM, Disorderly Conduct/Threats Call 10/15/16, 11:25PM, Erratic driving traffic stop, OMVWI 1st 10/16/16, 8:20AM, Theft from Vehicle Call 10/16/16, 11:03AM, Theft from Vehicle Call 10/16/16, 2:02PM, Parking Complaint 10/16/16, 3:09PM, Domestic Disorderly Call

10/16/16, 5:03PM, Child Custody Dispute 10/16/16, 5:22PM, Home Disturbance Call 10/16/16, 5:38PM, Loud Music Complaint 10/16/16, 10:52PM, County Mutual Aid Call 10/16/16, 11:37PM, Suspicious Activity Call 10/17/16, 12:41AM, Business Alarm Call 10/17/16, 2:37PM, Damage to Property Complaint 10/17/16, 3:14PM, Gas Drive-Off Complaint 10/17/16, 5:21PM, Residential Lock-Out Call 10/18/16, 11:35AM, Drug Passing Complaint 10/18/16, 1:22PM, Mental Health Call 10/18/16, 3:06PM, Noise Com-

plaint Call 10/18/16, 04:42PM, Property Exchange 10/19/16, 02:40AM, Drug activity complaint 10/19/16, 09:33PM, County Mutual aid call 10/19/16, 10:25PM, Disturbance call 10/20/16, 01:11PM, La Seuer County assist 10/20/16, 02:25PM, Prescott Police Department mutual aid call 10/20/16, 11:11PM, Osceola mutual aid call Arrests: Michelle K. Austad, 40 of Amery. Operating Motor Vehicle While Under the Influence 1st Offense

Polk County Marriage Licenses

Monday, October 24, 2016

Bradley G. Walker and Yancy C.B. Pineda were issued a marriage license on September 25, 2016.

Cody D. Tromberg and Melyssa K. Arndt were issued a marriage license on September 25, 2016.

Jack T. Peterson and Barbara A. Jenderny were issued a marriage license on September 29, 2016.

Micah J. Schrock and Chloe G. Richter were issued a marriage license on September 29, 2016.

Drew A. Czyscon and Abigail

H. Hawkinson were issued a marriage license on September 29, 2016.

Michael J. Curtis and Heidi M. Bloomer were issued a marriage license on October 2, 2016.

Korey H. Jackson and Sarah J. Mies were issued a marriage license on October 4, 2016.

John F. Busch and Bethany M. Williams were issued a marriage license on September 29, 2016.

Michael S. Habisch and Brenda M. Striegel were issued a marriage license on October 9, 2016.

Todd R. Waters and Natalie

Peanut butter vandal mistakes gathering for Trump rally AMHERST, Wis. (AP) — Disorderly conduct charges are pending against a woman who authorities say smeared peanut butter on 30 vehicles outside a gathering in central Wisconsin that she mistakenly thought was a Donald Trump rally.

WSAW-TV reports that investigators say the Monday night conservation group meeting in Amherst had nothing to do with politics.

Authorities say the 32-year-old woman was drunk when she entered the meeting and began yelling about how she hates Trump. She departed when asked to leave, but authorities say she then used peanut butter to draw phallic symbols and write profanities on vehicles outside. An incident report said the woman’s blood-alcohol content was 0.218, about 21/2 times the state’s legal limit for driving.

She is free on bond.

Amherst is 115 miles north of Madison.

Human remains found in Dunn. County

MENOMONIE, Wis. (AP) — Authorities believe human remains found by hunters in northwestern Wisconsin might be those of a man who has been missing for more than 10 years.

The Dunn County Sheriff’s Office says hunters reported the remains on Sunday, and investigators believe they belong to Douglas Poach based on where they were found and what was at the scene.

Poach was last seen on Jan. 3, 2006. He was 53 at the time and living in New Haven.

DNA analysis will be done to make a positive identification. That could take about a month.

M. Fleischhacker were issued a marriage license on October 10, 2016.

Ronald S. Jurisch and Linda A. White were issued a marriage license on October 19, 2016.

Gloria J. Berg and Rebecca J. Mein were issued a marriage license on October 19, 2016.

Brian M. Chenal and Emily D. Carlson were issued a marriage license on October 20, 2016.

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Reports in Support of Probable Cause Reports in Support of Probable Cause Monday, October 24th, 2016 Michael J. Kopacz, 64, Clear Lake was arrested on October 22 for OMVWI 2nd.

Ashley M. Reeves, 21, Barron was arrested on October 18 for St. Croix Falls warrants.

Joshua A. Davis, 44, Grantsburg was arrested on October 20 for a failure-to-appear warrant.

Iris M. Pagan, 32, Balsam Lake was arrested on October 20 for probation hold.

Cory S. Dahl, 28, Carlton, Minn. was arrested on October 22 for a failure-to-appear warrant.

James R. Larson, 46, Amery was arrested on October 23 for probation hold.

Brandon J. Major, 21, St. Croix Falls was arrested on October 17 for operating after revocation, failure to install ignition interlock device, and bail jumping.

Austin B. Woodbeck, 17, Amery was arrested on October 17 for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

Seline J. Robert, 30, Osceola was arrested on October 20 for substantial domestic battery, use of a dangerous weapon, hit and run (occupied) and crime against certain pers.

Troy D. Gross, 41, Centuria was arrested on October 21 for domestic disorderly conduct, domestic battery and interfering with an emergency call.

Kevin A. Schmidt, 33, Frederic was arrested on October 22 for recklessly endangering safety, disorderly conduct, and drug paraphernalia.

Garrett P. Sherer, 45, Rice, Minn. was arrested on October 23 for possession of meth, possession of meth paraphernalia, and possession of marijuana.

Corinne M. Rice, 40, Rice, Minn. was arrested on October 23 for possession of meth, possession of meth paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, and out of county warrant.

Nicole M. Lundstrom, 37, St. Croix Falls was arrested on October 23 for misdemeanor bail jumping.

Meredith M. Ganley, 27, Amery was arrested on October 24 for domestic disorderly conduct.

Racial altercation turns violent in Osceola, gun allegedly fired

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

An Osceola man, 30-year-old Robert J. Seline, was arrested Thursday after alleged racial tensions between he and his girlfriend’s coworkers were taken to extremes.

Two black males, a black female, and a white female arrived at the Osceola Police Department around 10 p.m. to report that they had been assaultSeline ed by Seline, a coworker’s boyfriend. Police reports state that all four individuals were very upset and reported that ‘they had just been shot at.’

According to police reports, Seline and his girlfriend had been attending a haunted attraction with the aforementioned coworkers, when Seline’s girlfriend stopped to watch them on a mechanical bull. A witness reports that Seline asked his girlfriend, ‘So you like niggers now?’ The comment resulted in an argu-

ment between Seline and his girlfriend, and Seline leaving by himself. His girlfriend got a ride home, where she lives with Seline, from her coworkers.

When the girlfriend returned to the residence, Seline allegedly punched her in the face. When some of the coworkers came to her defense, an independent witness reported that Seline attacked them first, according to reports.

The witness also reports hearing Seline say ‘I’m going to get my gun and kill you [racial expletive]. The witness reports that Seline came out of the house with a shotgun and appeared to be looking around for someone, and then after hearing squealing tires, leveled his gun at the car and fired.

While the victims were making their report with Police, Seline then allegedly chased the mother of one of the victims with his car through downtown Osceola, and then allegedly hit her vehicle and leveled his rifle at her but did not fi re.

According to reports, the independent witness reports that

Seline returned to his home ten to fi fteen minutes after first firing his weapon, bragging about t-boning a [racial expletive] and if they come back he would ‘end them.’

In pursuing Seline, police had to use spike strips to stop his vehicle. According to police reports, a search of his car yielded a black, bolt action rifle on the rear floorboards, as well as a loaded magazine and loose ammunition in the cup holders and front seat.

Seline is being held at the Polk County Jail on $25,000 cash bond.

He was formally charged with four counts of 1st degree (felony) reckless endangerment, four counts of endangering safety with dangerous use of a weapon, two counts of disorderly conduct, substantial battery, hit and run, 2nd degree reckless endangerment, criminal damage to property, and intentionally pointing a firearm at someone. His preliminary hearing is Tuesday, October 25th.

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100 Years Ago November 2, 1916 Col. Johnson Hurt Col. Henry Johnson was quite seriously injured last week Thursday in Minneapolis when an automobile in which he was riding collided with an auto truck. Mr. Johnson received very bad cuts about the head and one leg is so badly injured that it is still partially paralyzed, but it is hoped that his recovery will be rapid and complete.

From information at hand we hear that the auto truck driver was wholly at fault as he did not give the automobile their share of the road and had no lights. The accident happened after dark Thursday evening.

Mr. Johnson returned home Tuesday evening and is much improved.

95 Years Ago October 27, 1921 Enraged Bull Injures Farmer Hans Fredrickson of Lincoln, is at the Polk Co. Hospital suffering from severe injuries received in an encounter with an enraged bull Friday morning. He was leading the ringed animal across a plowed field when without any warning the bull charged upon him cornering him next to a barbed wire fence.

Mr. Fredrickson while Yesterday’s screaming for News help clawed at the animal’s Diane Stangl eyes and tore his nose, which no doubt was the means of saving his own life. Neighbors rushing to his assistance were compelled to shoot the bull.

Mr. Fredrickson whom it was believed at the time to have been fatally injured, was rushed to the hospital where it was found that his ribs on the left side and his collarbone on the right side were broken.

While he has besides that, a number of bruises and cuts which were ground full of dirt, his condition is not considered serious although he suffers much pain.

75 Years Ago October 25, 1941 Hot Lunches Served for 5¢ About November 1 grade students in the Amery schools will be able to enjoy a tasty hot lunch at noon for only a nickel.

Principal Daryl Lien announced this week that arrangements are being completed for the project, which entails a cook to be paid by Works Project Administration funds, and much of the food will be furnished by the Surplus Commodities Corporation. The school itself, however, will have to buy a few things.

The lunches will be available to grade children only, and is designed to give children a hot lunch on wintry days when it is too cold to walk home. Children living many blocks from the school are expected to take advantage of the low-cost lunches - in fact, parents can’t feed their children a hot lunch at home for a nickel.

70 Years Ago October 17, 1946 Turtle Lake Youth Killed by Shotgun The first accidental death of the current hunting season occurred Sunday afternoon about 2:45 p.m. when Fred Neiman, Jr., age 13, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Nieman of Turtle Lake was instantly killed when his 16-gauge shotgun was discharged and struck him in the head.

The mishap occurred near Clayton when the youth, who was hunting with his father, became tired and returned to the car. He apparently rested his loaded gun against the open door, which closed from a gust of wind, discharging the gun and killing him instantly.

His father heard the shot and rushed to the car but found his son already dead.

Air Meet Attracts Many Thousands Here “Unexcelled in local celebration annals” could very well be the tribute paid to the Air Meet at the Amery airport Sunday, which found throngs of people estimated as high as 20,000 in attendance.

Event of the day began with a free breakfast for all visiting pilots and passengers, which numbered well over 50, served by the Amery Hotel and paid for by the businessmen of Amery. A conservative estimate of the planes attending the affair would be about 70 ships.

Attracting its share of the Air Meet was the horse-pulling contest, which attracted 38 of the best teams in this section of the state.

The popularity of this portion of the show was attested by the persons perched in the trees, on trucks and everything conceivable. Teams were attracted to this event from as far away as Reedsburg with many large semi-trailers putting in their appearance from distant localities.

65 Years Ago October 25, 1951 Young Girl Injured After Scary Ride A 15 year-old-girl from the Range community suffered a harrowing experience about 8:30 p.m., Saturday, when an unidentified man picked her up as she walked to a dance, west, along U.S. No. 8.

About a half-mile west of Range, a car slowed down as it passed her and then turned around at the next intersection and came back. Accepting the

Presidential Candidate Jesse Jackson Visits Amery Jesse Jackson and a young admirer flash a thumbs-up victory sign at a rally on April 1, 1988 that was held at the Bud and Fay Lee farm, 600 acres of land located about 8 miles southwest of Amery. About 3,000 persons attended the event, which marked the second time in two weeks that a presidential contender had visited Amery. Senator Bob Dole spoke at the Amery Farm-City Day on March 21, 1988.

offer of a “lift” by the driver, he proceeded down the highway until he reached the first road running north of Range, as one drives west on No. 8.

Here he turned and drove about a mile before he parked.

He immediately forced his attentions on the girl who fortunately broke from his grasp and squirmed out of the car.

She ran from the roadside and escaped.

Taken to Amery for medical attention and to inform authorities, she was found to be only shaken up and bruised from the escapade.

Deputy Sheriff Carl Burman was called on the case and he spent the remainder of the night, touring nightspots in this area seeking to apprehend the stranger. An excellent description of the car and individual were obtained but he couldn’t be located.

“Situations such as this can be avoided with a little thinking on the part of parents and “teenagers,” commented Deputy Burman as he urged more caution upon residents of this area.

55 Years Ago October 26, 1961 Five Businesses Looted in Clear Lake Five Clear Lake business places were looted after midnight Wednesday morning with at least $527, a radio and cigarettes being netted by the culprits. An attempt was made to enter the sixth place but the

break-in artists gave it up as a bad job.

A rundown on places burglarized shows the following: Midway Bar – Cigarettes and $377 in cash.

Anderson’s Fairway Store – Some money but nothing else noted early Wednesday morning. Jimmied one cash register.

Leonard’s Electric – Forced way into building but a preliminary check shows nothing missing.

Corner Bar – Lost $150 in cash.

Clear Lake Hardware – Transistor radio and two silver dollars.

Paulson’s Variety – Tried to force door but failed in their attempt.

At the Anderson store, entry was made by knocking out some hardboard in a door, pushing the bolt out of its groove and entering by the front door with a pinch bar suspected as the instrument for entry.

The hardboard in the Anderson store was placed there about two months ago when another break-in occurred. At that time, entry was made to the building by breaking out the glass in the door and slipping the bolt.

The Village of Clear Lake has no marshal on duty at midnight.

Slate School Dedication Sunday The dedication ceremony for the new Amery school addition will be held this Sunday, October 29 at the Amery High

School Auditorium.

Amery’s school history began with the elementary system back in the 1880s. The first building was a two-room frame structure, which was moved from its location on North Twin Lake to the place where the north building now stands. It was soon inadequate and a square red brick, two-story building was constructed in 1893.

The high school occupied one room on the second floor and the grades occupied the rest of the new building and the old one.

In the late 1890s, the high school program consisted of a three-year course. First year offered geography, composition, arithmetic and reading while the second year offered United States history, botany, algebra and physiology. The third years offering was history, physics, geometry, theory and art.

The first principal on record was Frank Briggs who served from 1894 to 1897. The high school faculty was composed of two teachers and the principal. They had an enrollment of 23 in the high school and 80 in the grades.

In 1923 E. F. Brown was elected principal and he served seven years until 1930. It was during this period that the need for additional high school facilities became quite apparent. Many of the surrounding communities had built following the WWI years.

In 1930 L Heisohn became the principal and continued in this position for seven years, until 1938. This was a period of rapid growth in high school enrollment.

Children born after WWI were now of high school age, the introduction of vocational agriculture, the newly completed high school building and bus transportation stimulated this growth. Over 100 freshmen enrolled in the fall of 1934.

The unsafe condition of the old square building of 1893, and the deterioration of the high school building of 1908 made it necessary to remove the 1893 building and to repair and remodel the 1908 structure. This was agreed upon by a substantial vote authorizing the board to bond the district for $80,000.

E. F. Klingler and Associates prepared plans and bids were opened March 14, 1951, to demolish the old 1893 grade building, construct in its place a six-room classroom one-story grade school, and to remodel the old 1908 building and expand the existing heating plant.

The new high school has grown from two teachers and a principal with 23 pupils to an enrollment in junior and senior high school of nearly 600 students and a faculty of 25 teachers. Now in 1961 the district’s building needs have been met with a total bonded indebtedness only 4.04 percent of our district valuation.

OCTOBER 25, 2016

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Would be DAs ‘make their case’ at Osceola forum

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Just eleven days after appearing together at a candidate forum in Milltown, Polk County District Attorney candidates Dan Steffen and Jeff Kemp took the stage once again on October 22nd, this time to make their case in a public debate.

The event, sponsored by the

when it was, in fact, Judge GaleWyrick who had launched it.

Steffen was denied the opportunity to rebut Kemp’s assertions.

The themes of mental health, substance abuse, and lack of resources wound their way into many responses throughout the event, including a question about what opportunities there might be for im-

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Dan Steffen, Polk County District Attorney

St. Croix Valley Bar Association, was held Saturday at the Trollhaugen Convention Center for a crowd of 75 plus colleagues and community members.

Moderator Mike Brose of Doar, Drill and Skow tried to focus his questions toward general voter information, rather than just attorneys.

Candidates were each given two and a half minutes to respond to a question, alternating turns, followed by a rebuttal by the first responding candidate, as deemed appropriate by the moderator.

Brose joked, “I don’t anticipate the sort of problems we see on television.”

In opening remarks, both candidates stated their case.

Steffen leaned heavily on his eleven-year history with the DA’s office, and being from Polk County.

“I am Polk County through and through,” said Dan. The 53-year-old Kemp, on the other hand, explained his late start to the legal field.

“As you may know or may have guessed, law is not my first career,” said Kemp. “I was a mechanic for 15 years in the family business. But in a family business you have to wear a lot of hats. When my dad decided to retire, I decided to go back to school.”

When questions began in earnest, the pair wasted no time in their disagreements.

In the opening topic of balancing between confinement and rehabilitation, Steffen promoted substance abusers as ideal candidates for rehabilitative options, noting that he and Judge GaleWyrick had been instrumental in starting the county’s drug court program.

Kemp responded, saying that Steffen had often claimed responsibility for the program

provement in the office.

Steffen: “The way we look at mental health. It’s a big vacuum. We don’t have the ability right now to deal with the chronically mentally ill.

It’s tragic. What are our resources? Probation. Probation agents aren’t meant to deal with the chronically mentally ill. What are we doing? We’re starting a mental health court.

Polk County has had to rely on grant funding to support us.

We now believe we have funding for a case manager. And with individuals who are mentally ill, you need a case manager, to make sure they’re taking medications and following through on doctor’s appointments.”

Kemp: “Right now drug court is only offered to the worst offenders. When that’s their only choice, they’re not ready yet. I think that the people that need drug court are the ones that are lower risk.

The people that are in drug court have been in and out of jail eight or nine times, they know what the game is. We don’t have any kind of treatment hospitals or resources.

We’re a poor county. So the resources that we do have, and drug court is a great one, needs to be directed at the people we can get the most bang for our buck, and that’s the lower level offenders.”

Steffen was again denied the opportunity to respond to the remarks.

“Everyone wants to have the last word, that’s human nature. But we have to keep things moving along,” explained Brose.

Brose asked in a long and roundabout way if the candidates felt that there was an over-reliance on confinement in Polk County, yielding similar answers.

Kemp: “Currently, for mari-

juana, a second offense of possession, no matter how small, is a felony. Nobody else does that. In fact we have several states that are legalizing it, and some for medicinal use.

I think what we need to do is concentrate again on getting treatment for substance abusers.”

Steffen: “I look at Minnesota, and they imprison far less than we do. They have a much greater emphasis in their budget on treatment. We don’t have that over here. Our legislature has chosen to put those funds in other places. Our hands are tied.

“It’s great for Mr. Kemp to sit there and say put them in a great treatment program.

Where? What do we do here in Polk County? We don’t have a treatment facility.

“Mr. Kemp wants lower level offenders in treatment. That is absolutely the opposite of what all the evidence shows should happen. That is a program for people who’ve tried everything else. We have a pre-charging diversion program for young first-time offenders. Then you move them into deferred judgments and convictions where if they follow a contract they get their charges dismissed.

Then you move them up to probation. Then jail. That’s what we do.”

Kemp: “Methamphetamine is a different drug. You can put people in diversions when they’ve been caught with a pipe or something. But with meth, studies have shown that people become addicted to it at a far quicker rate than they do alcohol or marijuana. That drug gets ahold of you and it doesn’t let go, and it gets ahold of you quickly. So the time to have those highly structured drug treatment programs for meth in particular is right away, not ten years down the road.”

In a question about the proper relationship between law enforcement and the DA’s office, the candidates held different views on the status quo.

Kemp, who’s received the

endorsement of the local Fra- of victims that have asked for ternal Order of Police, felt the their no contact to be changed relationship should be one of has dropped significantly.”

Kemp: “I’ve been involved partnership.

Kemp: “The important part in a great number of cases, of being a DA is keeping the thefts, burglaries, neglect, lines of communication open child abuse. And one comwith law enforcement, go to mon theme runs through all their meetings, help educate of them. There’s some type of them on the finer points of law. substance use and abuse at the There’s case law that they’re root of it. I can’t think of a sinnot always up on. It’s a part- gle domestic violence case I’ve had where one of the parties nership.”

Steffen: “The DA’s office wasn’t either drunk or high. works most closely with the That’s the root problem here.

Sheriffs Department. The mu- There’s no such thing as some nicipal police handle mostly sort of cat burglar running traffic and small town, lower around this county. It’s people level misdemeanors. Who we who are and addicted meth, deal with the vast majority of and they’re breaking into cabthe time is the Sheriff’s De- ins and taking copper piping partment. And our group of and selling it to buy drugs. investigators right now and Most of the child abuse you see our Sheriff, I’m incredibly is because people are using proud of. And I encourage drugs. It’s got to be addressed you to go talk to them about what they think of the District Attorney’s office right now. The open lines of communication that Mr. Kemp talks about are there right now.

Things are working tremendously.”

Kemp was offered a rebuttal on the comment, but declined.

The candidates were asked about specific proposals that would make Polk County safer.

Steffen leaned heavily on programs that have already been implemented countywide.

Steffen: “One of the JESSICA DE LA CRUZ | AMERY FREE PRESS things we’re doing that’s unique in Polk Jeff Kemp, Republican challenger for Polk County, and other County District Attorney. counties are copying us, involves our no contact order. When some- early on. And that goes for alone is charged with domestic cohol as well. In this state, as violence they’re placed on a we all know, there’s a culture no-contact with the victim. In where it’s ok to drink at your order to get that changed we kids parties and baptisms. require the charging individ- Nobody else does that, but we ual to go through a domestic do it here. There’s got to be a violence class. We also require change from the ground up. that the victim take a domes- And I think that you tic violence class. The number SEE DEBATE PAGE TEN

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accomplish that by being out in the community. And as District Attorney I think that’s a leadership position, I really believe that. I think that you need to get out and educate people and be part of that community.”

Steffen: “To say that every crime that comes through Polk County is the result of drugs or alcohol is just living in a vacuum. Domestic violence is not hand in hand with drugs and alcohol. It’s an individual who thinks they are more superior or powerful. It’s not always about being drunk or high.”

Kemp wanted to respond, but was denied the opportunity.

The candidates were asked an interesting question about who’d been influential to them in their legal career.

Kemp: “That’s a pretty easy answer, actually. That would be my wife. Kate Murtaugh is an attorney here. We met in law school. We got married last year. She’s an excellent attorney. She has a highly developed sense of judgment, of fairness. She’s incredibly smart and well versed. She’s my influence.”

Steffen: “Judge GaleWyrick gave me my first job as an attorney. I have learned so much from her, watching her as an attorney. I thought she was one of the finest family law attorneys in this part of the state.

And to watch her ability to mediate with parties, to have the ability to get everybody on the same page, is something that I’ll never forget. And to watch her demeanor and her temperament, and to watch her treat people with respect and to hand out sentences that are appropriate. And to be tough when it’s necessary.

Sometimes it’s embarrassing because she refers to me ‘like a son.’ But that combination of toughness and empathy is something that all of us in criminal justice should strive for.”

Things got noticeably more

tense when the questioning turned to qualifications, and what challenges each would be better qualified to address.

Steffen: “We should have three more district attorneys to be fully staffed. I don’t see us getting any additional help.

So we have to be ready to go, on the fly. I do our most difficult cases. And the vast majority of those are individuals

‘Mr. Steffen talks about Judge GaleWyrick’s demeanor and how he admires it, but he doesn’t seem to follow it. I do. I’m cool. I’m calm. I’m collected.

And I treat people with respect, and that’s how I’ll run my office.’

Jeff Kemp Challenger for Polk County District Attorney who are going to want a trial.

I’m a trial attorney. That’s what I’ve done. I’ve probably done upwards of 100 trials in my 19 years as an attorney. Mr. Kemp has never done a jury trial. Never. Never handled a criminal trial. And yet on January 1, if elected, he may be in charge of a homicide in this county. And that’s the unique aspect that makes me more qualified. To say somehow you can take this job without having any experience with picking a jury? To even be doing and opening statement.

Cross examining witnesses.

Doing a closing argument.

And making your case to a jury. To say you want to be the lead guy in this county and to have never done that before?

And also to say that I’ve been a criminal defense attorney for seven years and never done a trial, that’s nearly impossible.

That’s indicating that in seven years he hasn’t had a client worthy of a trial? That’s amazing.”

Kemp: “One of the things that the public may not be aware is the time it takes for a case to wind its way through the courts. One of the things I would do, and it’s being done in other counties, is set up a specific day call a DA pre-trial. One day out of the week where all the prosecutors do is meet with opposing council and try to resolve the case. It would move things along a little faster. It would also save a lot of money because you’re not paying an officer to come in and testify at a preliminary trial, and being paid overtime when the may waive the trial.

“Some of the comments Mr. Steffen made about his hundreds of trials that he’s done…I’ve actually done the research on c-cap. This is all public record. From 1999 to 2000, before Mr. Steffen was District Attorney, he had three trials. Two jury trials and one felony trial in Pierce County.

I’ve had four trials. I’ve had one jury trial.

Since he’s been elected he’s had approximately 18 trials.

So to say hundreds I think is really misleading the public as to what his qualifications are.

“He says that I’m not qualified having four trials under my belt before becoming a District Attorney. But by his own level of qualifications, he wasn’t qualified either.”

Steffen: “I didn’t say I’ve handled hundreds of trials. I said I know I’ve handled hundreds of cases, hundreds of felony cases. I have tried every type of case in the book. Every type of case. When Mr. Kemp says he’s done four trials, he’s never done a jury trial. He’s done a small claims trial and three mental health cases. Those aren’t juries folks. Those aren’t even in the ballpark.

“My first jury trial, 19 years ago. I thought I was ready. I thought I was prepared. And Mr. Gross took me to town.

And afterward he put his arm

around me and gave me some pointers, things you never learn without experience. You need experience in this job and I’ve got it in droves.”

Things got personal during closing remarks. But each candidate made their case with passion, as if a jury’s decision depended on it.

KEMP: “Throughout this campaign, I’ve strived to be as positive as I can. Mr. Steffen has accused me…and I’m going to address this one time and one time only. Today is the first and last time I’m going to do it. He’s accused me of talking about his OWI at every chance I get. I can assure you that that is absolutely false. I

‘Mr. Kemp has double the experience as a mechanic than he does as an attorney.

I’m not qualified to fix his car. And he’s not qualified to be the District Attorney of Polk County.’

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don’t need to. Everybody remembers it. It’s still fresh in their minds. I defended him, in fact, at a tavern league meeting when someone questioned ‘why he got off,’ and I explained that he didn’t.

“I can’t help the public’s perception and this is about accountability, I feel. Mr. Steffen has also referenced my ‘violent criminal background.’

It’s true. I got a disorderly conduct, and I’ve been up front with anyone who’s asked. In hindsight it was probably more force than it required but in the moment you don’t know that.

I paid restitution that day and I spent two days in jail. I

took my punishment like an adult would. I’m not going to go into Mr. Steffen’s OWI, and I’m not going to talk about the differences of it. But I will say, if you’ve seen my campaign, this is me, this is my demeanor. Mr. Steffen talks about Judge GaleWyrick’s demeanor and how he admires it, but he doesn’t seem to follow it. I do. I’m cool. I’m calm. I’m collected. And I treat people with respect, and that’s how I’ll run my office.”

Steffen: “Mr. Kemp says he’s never brought it up during the campaign, he just did. And I’ve been told that his people constantly refer to my OWI, a tragic mistake which I’ve asked for forgiveness from the people of this county. An absolutely stupid decision on my part, and I’ve never made an excuse for it.

“I didn’t fight it one bit. I didn’t retain an attorney like Mr. Kemp. I pled guilty and was treated exactly the same as anybody else. Mr. Kemp punched that individual six or seven times and broke his nose. He acknowledged he was drunk as well. That is not the type of temperament that you need as the District Attorney in Polk County.

“I sincerely hope that I can receive grace and forgiveness from the people of this county.

I hope that one mistake will not diminish the ten years of hard work and great things we’ve done through my office.

“We both have our skeletons in our closet. Take away all of that rhetoric. Take away all of the politics. You have to look at experience, 19 years as an attorney versus 7.

“Mr. Kemp has double the experience as a mechanic than he does as an attorney. I’m not qualified to fix his car. And he’s not qualified to be the District Attorney of Polk County.”

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CHAMPS: Inexperienced Parli-Pro team beat incredible odds to take third in the nation FROM PAGE ONE

The young Parliamentary Team consisting of Dylan Clausen, Michaela Erickson, Max Johnson, Deanna Meyer, Jenesis Gustafson, Emma Curtis and Ali Hoyer were one of 43 teams nationwide to make it to the National semi-finals.

This was a brand new team, I started these kids in November. “They won state their first year, which was an amazing feat in itself. I asked them what their goal was and they said they said they wanted to make the National Finals. And I’ve been dreaming about that for 20 years. I’ve had seven team make it to Nationals and none of them have made it past the first round,” says Derrick.

After qualifying at State in June, the

team with just months of experience buckled down for their longshot at the National Competition. They practiced three nights a week throughout the summer, and every day before school too.

“Even with all that I didn’t think they’d make it past the first round, because the teams they’re taking on are all college kids, and they’ve all been doing this for five to seven years.”

With the odds against them, the group blew past the semi-final round, and became the first Wisconsin team ever to make it to the National finals.

“It was the highlight of my career,” says Derrick.

“When they called our name I don’t even know if I heard it or not,” he adds.

The team came in third in the nation. The title earned them each a $450

scholarship.

No surprise, the Dairy Judging team also represented Amery well, taking 7th in the nation. Team members include Thomas Christenson, Taylor

‘You don’t just walk into any of this and think you’re going to do well.’

Derrick Meyer Amery FFA Advisor Elwood, Meikah Dado and Jillian Jensen.

Last, but certainly not least, and still very much in the National competition, Amery’s Agronomy team

took 31st in the nation and a bronze medal. Team members included: Allison Oman, Essie Whitehead, Kellie Kjeseth and Dani Meyer.

“I’ve never seen such a difficult contest in my life,” says Derrick. “The folks they were competing against could have been professional agronomists.”

“You don’t just walk into any of this and think you’re going to do well,” adds Derrick.

He thanks all of the parents and others who’ve sacrificed in order to achieve this moment, and adds, “We are so proud of our kids and the amazing job they did, it’s been just a magical year.”

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

Every Wednesday: 7 p.m Youth Group.

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

Coffee & Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Worship/Children’s Church; Sunday Night Live!

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

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

BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Wednesday, Oct. 26: 9 a.m. Bible Study; 6 p.m. Confirmation.

Saturday, Oct. 29: 7 p.m. Paul Oman.

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

Youth Ed Committee.

Tuesday, Nov. 1: 8:30 a.m. Quilting at Elim.

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

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

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

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

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

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

CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 26: 3:30 p.m. Homework & Hangout; 6 p.m. Family Dinner; 6:30 p.m. WOW (Worship on Wednesday/Youth Service Rehearsal); 7 pm. Choir Rehearsal.

Thursday, Oct. 27: 8 a.m. Pastoral Leaders; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study.

Friday, Oct. 28: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens.

Sunday, Oct. 30: 8:30 a.m. L-4 Confirmation; 10 a.m. Youth Service; 11:15 a.m. Pot-Luck.

Monday, Oct. 31: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens.

Tuesday, Nov. 1: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 10:30 a.m. The Mission of Jesus Bible Study.

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

DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Oct. 26: 6 p.m. JAM and Confirmation at Little Falls.

Thursday, Oct. 27: 9 a.m. Quilting.

Saturday, Oct. 29: 9 a.m. Confirmation rehearsal/pictures at Little Falls.

Sunday, Oct. 30: Confirmation Sunday, 11 a.m. Worship.

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

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

EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 26: 6 p.m. 7th-9th grade Confirmation.

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

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

Tuesday, Nov. 1: 9 a.m. Quilting.

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

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

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

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study.

ELIM LUTHERAN, Range Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship.

Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays.

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

Wednesday evening Confirmation classes.

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

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 a.m.

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

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

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

FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 26: 5:15 p.m. Supper; 6 p.m. Friends in Faith and Confirmation.

Thursday, Oct. 27: 8 a.m. Bible Study at Ida’s; 8:30 a.m.

Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon.

Sunday, Oct. 30: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Sunday School, New Member meeting, Choir.

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

Handbells.

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 26: 6:15 p.m. 7th and 8th grade Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. 9th Grade Confirmation.

Thursday, Oct. 27: 7 p.m. Grief Group at Community Center.

Saturday, Oct. 29: 9 a.m. Confirmation pictures/practice.

Sunday, Oct. 30: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship; 9 a.m. Choir practice; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 9:40 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. Traditional worship with Confirmation service; 11 a.m. Fellowship.

Tuesday, Nov. 1: 1 p.m. Prayer Shawl meeting.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Oct. 26: 6 p.m. JAM and Confirmation at Little Falls.

Thursday, Oct. 27: 9 a.m. Quilting at Little Falls; 5 p.m.

Gather Meal at Little Falls.

Saturday, Oct. 29: 9 a.m. Confirmation Rehearsal/Pictures at Little Falls.

Sunday, Oct. 30: 8 a.m. Worship.

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

—Psalm 25: 4 NIV

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

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

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

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

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

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

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

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

Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Prayer.

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

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

Wednesday Night Prayer.

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

OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 26: 12 p.m. Men’s Table Talk; 5:30 p.m.

Confirmation pictures, Faith Celebration Meal; 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer; 6:30 p.m. BRB; 7 p.m. Sr. Choir.

Thursday, Oct. 27: 8:15 a.m. Weigh-In; 8:30 a.m. Bible Study; 7 p.m. Last Western WI Lymes Assoc. meeting.

Friday, Oct. 28: Trunk & Treat; 5 p.m. Decorate Trunk; 5:30 p.m. Trunks, Treats & Games; 6 p.m. Dinner & Prizes.

Saturday, Oct. 29: 7 p.m. Paul Oman Drawn to the Word at Balsam Lutheran.

Sunday, Oct. 30: 9 a.m. Worship service w/Communion; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school; 11 a.m. Confirmation service.

Tuesday, Nov. 1: 1 p.m. Quilting.

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

REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 26: 9 a.m.-? Rummage Sale setup; 5:30 p.m. Confirmation; 7:15 p.m. Choir practice.

Thursday, Oct. 27: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Rummage Sale.

Friday, Oct. 28: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Rummage Sale; 4 p.m. Rummage Sale cleanup.

Sunday, Oct. 30: 9:30 a.m. Worship and Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship.

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

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

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

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

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

Mass: 8 a.m. Thursday.

Mass: 10:30 a.m. Sunday.

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

Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass.

Tuesday 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Wednesday 9 a.m. Mass.

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

Friday 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Bible Study on Summer Break.

Special events: Wednesday, Oct. 26, Stump the Chump after 9 a.m. Mass; Sunday, Oct. 30, Confirmation at 10:30 a.m. Mass; Tuesday, Nov. 1, All Saints Day Mass at SJ 5:30 p.m., Pastoral Council meeting 7 p.m.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Thursday, Oct. 27: No Bible Study.

Sunday, Oct. 30: Reformation Sunday; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Joint Worship at St. Paul’s in Deer Park.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Sunday, Oct. 30: Reformation Sunday; 8:45 a.m. Sunday school; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Joint Worship at SP; 10:45 a.m. No Confirmation.

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

Mid-week service: Wednesday 7 p.m.

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

TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Oct. 26: 6 p.m. JAM and Confirmation at Little Falls.

Saturday, Oct. 29: 9 a.m. Confirmation rehearsal/pictures at Little Falls.

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

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, Oct. 26: 5:45 p.m. Youth Team Practice; 6:15 p.m. CREW (Youth Group); 6:30 p.m. Adult Small Groups.

Saturday, Oct. 29: Solid Rock Visit (9th-12th grade).

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

Worship service; Christmas Choir after service.

Tuesday, Nov. 1: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer.

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

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

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

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Rexford D. Brandt, pastor Wednesdays: 9 a.m. Men’s Work Group; 9 a.m. Quilters on the 3rd and 4th week; 6:15 p.m. Confirmation dinner followed by 7 p.m. Confirmation classes; 7 p.m. Youth group.

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

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

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

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study.

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Ross Held age 91 of Amery died Thursday, October 20, 2016 at the Amery Regional Medical Center. He was born July 4, 1925 the son of Walton and Nettie (Ugland) Held in Kenyon, MN. In 1949, he married Bonita Jurgensen in Jasper, MN. The couple raised two children in St. Louis Park and Moorhead, MN and they later divorced in 1973.

In 1975 Ross married Doris (Stone) Lowe in Edina, MN. Ross and Doris resided in Bloomington, MN for 31 years and Amery, WI since 2006.

Ross graduated from Red Wing High School in 1943.

On July 1, 1943, he went into the U.S. Navy V-12 officer training at the U of MN. He was discharged 34 months later on May 8, 1946 after 8 months in the Pacific at Okinawa and stationed at Calicoan Island, Philippines. He went back to the U of MN for a business degree and graduated in 1949. Ross became a Licensed Public Accountant in the Twin Cities area after sales & office management work for various companies, which included opening a Fargo, ND sales branch for Litton industries-McBee Systems from 1966-1972, while he lived in Moorhead, MN. In semi-retirement mode he owned and operated 3W Electronics, Inc, a service company in Golden Valley, MN from 1987-1998. He was board director in the late 1950’s and 1961 board president of Zion Lutheran Church, Hopkins, MN. Ross was treasurer 1997-2007 of Richfield-Bloomington Eagles Lodge #3208. For over 20 years, starting in 1988, he was officer and president of the Twin Cities PC User Group, volunteer education organization. Ross was also an active member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars #7929 in Amery, WI. He is survived by his wife, Doris; children, Mary (Jerry) Wilber of Oak Grove, MN and David (Cindy) Held of Garretson, SD; sisters, Bonnie Koch of Flushing, MI and Nancy (Bob) Renner of Prescott Valley, AZ; grandchildren, Kevin Zentgraf, Jason Zentgraf, Maren Stewart, Kirstin Held, Berit Held; and seven great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, October 28, 2016 at 2:30 pm at Oakwood Cemetery (1258 Cherry St.) in Red Wing, MN. Military honors will be performed by the Amery VFW #7929. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to VFW Amery Post #7929.

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Richard “Rick” W. Altendorfer

Henry W. Pearson

Florence G. Hubert

Richard “Rick” Wayne Altendorfer, age 63 of Clear Lake, Wisconsin passed away on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at his home in Clear Lake. He was born on August 29, 1953 in St. Paul Minnesota to Richard and Maeme Altendorfer. Richard graduated from White Bear Lake High School in White Bear Lake, MN, and on August 14, 1994 he was united in marriage to Melissa Gumke in Amery, WI. Richard enjoyed playing guitar, piano, singing, and loved writing his own songs with his daughter Marissa. A favorite quote he had was, “It’s always about the music”. He was also an avid Packer fan, and loved his mom’s home cooking. Richard was always there for his children.

Richard was preceded in death by his father, Richard Alfred Altendorfer.

He is survived by his mother, Maeme Altendorfer; loving wife, Melissa; daughters, Marissa Altendorfer and Mary (Nick) Dinger; a son Patrick (Randi) Smyth; four grandchildren, Emily, Justin Emmanuel and Madilyn; a great-granddaughter, Kolliey; a brother, Michael (Jane) Altendorfer; sisters, Linda (Jerry) Martin, and Janet (Terry) Cavegn; and his mother and father in law, Dennis and Anita Gumke, brother-in- law Lee (Corrine) Gumke. Richard is also survived by other loving relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at 4 p.m. on Friday, October 21, 2016 at the United Covenant Church in Clear Lake with Pastor Dan Pearson officiating. A visitation was held the hour prior to the service at the church. A private family interment will be held at a later date.

A luncheon was held following the service. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family.

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

Arrangements were entrusted to the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery, Wisconsin.

Henry Wallace Pearson was born November 20, 1928 in New York, New York to Anders Henrik Persson and Clara Emelia Antonson, both immigrants from Sweden. He passed away on October 17, 2016 at Amery, Wisconsin.

Henry graduated from Seattle Pacific University and North Park Theological Seminary in Chicago with a Master of Divinity. He met Lillian Marie Ericson while in Chicago and they married in 1957 at Malmo, Alberta, Canada.

In 1959, Henry was ordained as a minister in the Evangelical Covenant Church. While a pastor, he served churches in Minnesota, Canada, and Alaska. His last eight years in the ministry were spent as superintendent overseeing Covenant churches in Alaska. After he retired in 1994, he helped to start and was a charter member of Community Covenant Church in Eagle River, Alaska.

Henry loved doing artwork, camping, playing pingpong, and he had a wonderful sense of humor. He loved people.

He is survived by his wife of fifty-nine years, Lillian Pearson of Amery Wisconsin, daughter Catherine Christensen (Scott) of Baudette, Minnesota, son Gordon Pearson of Amery, Wisconsin, son Daniel Pearson (Leah) of Clear Lake, Wisconsin, and grandchildren Peter and Luke Christensen, Anne Bernard (TJ), Clara, Isaac, John Pearson, and many other relatives in Alaska, Washington, and Canada.

A memorial service will be held at Community Covenant Church in Eagle River, Alaska on Sunday, November 6th at 2 p.m.

In lieu of flowers memorials are appreciated.

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

The Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery, Wisconsin assisted the family with arrangements.

Florence Gertrude Hubert was born in Robbinsdale, Minnesota on July 19, 1927 the daughter of John and Olga (Aase) Bird. She lived in Minneapolis and moved to Clayton, Wisconsin as a child and graduated from Clayton High School. In 1947 she was united in marriage to John Hubert and they were married for 65 years. They made their home on the family farm in Volga near Amery, Wisconsin.

Florence was a long-time member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Amery.

She was an avid gardener, seamstress, knitter, quilter, cook and baker. Florence enjoyed many crafts and activities, was a member of the Amery Garden Club and enjoyed volunteering in the Amery Schools for many years.

Florence passed away at Golden Age Manor in Amery on Saturday, October 22, 2016 at the age of 89.

Florence was preceded in death by her parents, loving husband John Hubert, her brother Byron Bird and sister Dolores King.

Surviving family members include her son Jay (Darcy) Hubert of Amery; daughter Jill (Kevin) Daugherty of Seville, OH; grandchildren: Allen Hubert, Ashley (Brady) Emerson, all of Amery; Megan Daugherty of Columbus, OH; Haley Daugherty of Cleveland, OH; great granddaughters: Alison and Samantha Emerson as well as many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 29, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. from Redeemer Lutheran Church in Amery. There will be visitation at the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. and for the hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be at the Amery Cemetery.

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

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

Ann Marie Didier

family with her trademark wry humor – and she never missed a game of bridge if she could help it. She was intellectually curious, whether she was studying to become a real estate broker, brushing up her native Stearns County German, traveling, figuring out a sewing pattern or exploring the new cities she inhabited. She enjoyed volunteering, including her later work with the American Red Cross. But her family was her focus: a call for help caring for grandchildren was never left unanswered, and a request for company by a travelling family member was likely successful.

Ann is survived by her children: Mary (Dan) Brazys and Jean Didier (Neil Franz); grandchildren Sam (Jamie) Brazys, Julia Franz, Madeline Franz and great-granddaughter Luisne Brazys; brother James (Berni) Doll, sister Beth Doll (Scott Sargent), sister-inlaw: Carol Doll, and brother and sister-in-law Joseph and Ann Didier; as well as other relatives and friends.

Ann was preceded in death by her husband, Alex, parents, brother Denis, sisters Delphine Marie and Eugenia, and many brothers- and sisters-in-law.

Her family wishes to express appreciation to the caregivers who helped Ann in her last months; Quiet Oaks Hospice Care, St Croix Hospice and Assumption Court.

And in her way, Ann instilled her family with her characteristic sense of adventure – they’re flung across three continents right now, thinking of her. Please join us to celebrate Ann’s life at a memorial service and Mass at Saint Augustine Church, 442 2nd St SE, St. Cloud, MN on December 16, 2016. Family and friends may gather at 10am: Mass will be at 11 a.m.

Mark A. Bazille

October 11, 1927 – October 13, 2016 Cold Spring, MN & formerly of Amery, WI Ann Marie Doll Didier passed away peacefully on October 13, 2016, after a struggle with lung cancer.

She was born on October 11, 1927 in Richmond, MN to John Joseph Doll and Elizabeth Marie (Mehr) Doll. After early education in Richmond, she attended high school with the Franciscan Sisters of Little Falls.

On June 7, 1949, she married Alexander D. Didier in Richmond, and when Alex’s employment opportunities required a move out of state, she courageously followed him, moving from her familiar hometown with small children. Over the years, she guided the family through the frequent moves necessitated by Alex’s work, making packing up and starting over look (almost) easy. But as her thick stack of address books attests, Ann built new friendships wherever she went, and her skill and energy meant that a welcoming home was put together and her daughters settled into school within a few days in any new place.

Ann loved entertaining her friends and teasing her

Mark A. Bazille, age 59, of Twp. of Emerald, Wi died Tuesday Oct. 11, 2016 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, MN. Mark was born Dec. 10, 1956 in Baldwin, WI to John and Dorothy (Lewis) Bazille.

He enjoyed taking people to appointments, hauling loads around the farm and cutting wood for others.

Mark is preceded in death by his mother Dorothy, brother Warren Bazille, brothers-in-law Steve Brihn and Marshall Icard and great nephew Brekkyn Bazille.

Mark is survived father John; siblings Sue Brihn, John Bazille Jr., Cindy Icard, Laurie Bazille, Julie (Richard) Ebler, Brad (Linda) Bazille and Beth (Jeff) Ziemer; sister-in-aw Mary Bazille. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.

Memorial service was held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, Oct 22, 2016 at the United Methodist Church in Glenwood City with Reverend Jan Beutin officiating. Interment of cremains was in the Greenwood Cemetery, Emerald, WI. Arrangements by the Anderson Funeral Home in Glenwood City, WI.

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY Notice Setting Time to Hear Application and Deadline for Filing Claims (Informal Adminstration) Case No. 16 PR 80 In the Matter of the Estate of DAVID A. ANDERSEN DOD: August 8, 2016 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth September 29, 1954 and date of death August 8, 2016 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 1347 55th Avenue, Amery, WI 54001.

3. The application will be heard at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500, before Jenell L. Anderson, Probate Registrar, on November 23, 2016 at 9:00 a.m.

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

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is January 31, 2017.

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

6. This publication is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown.

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar October 19, 2016 Brian D. Byrnes Byrnes Law Office LLC 123 Keller Ave. North Amery, WI 54001 (715) 268-5000 Bar Numb er 1032419 (Oct. 25, Nov. 1, 8)

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THANK YOU

Thank You . . .

The Amery Fire Department would like to thank everyone who joined us for our 125th Anniversary Open House and Fire Safety Day for National Fire Prevention Week.

I want to thank the Amery Community. My benefit was a huge success thanks to the Amery Community. Amery Businesses and community members in Amery are top notch. Thank you so much for all of the support.

Nancy Sigsworth

Also, thank you for all the Congratulations and well wishes from area businesses and organizations.

We appreciated everyone’s thoughtfulness!

Thank You to Otto Bremer Trust for grant dollars in the amount of $46,988 toward the upgrade of Amery Area EMS to the Paramedic level.

We purchased a Lucas 2 device (which provides quality compressions during CPR), a medication dispensing machine, air conditioning for the ambulance bay to be able to store medications and 3 laptops to complete Patient Care Reporting.

Thank You again . . .

Amery Area EMS Staff Town of Alden Town of Apple River City of Amery Town of Beaver

Town of Black Brook Town of Clayton Village of Clayton Town of Garfield Town of Lincoln

In Loving Memory

Ermagene Kuhl

Born Nov. 1, 1923 Died Dec. 2, 2008

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

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

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

1304 70th Street – Town of Apple River – Pcl #004-00681-0000 Minimum Bid: $4,500.00 -----------------------------------------------------xxx Glovers Lake Drive – Town of Johnstown – Pcl #028-00846-0500 Minimum Bid: $7,500.00 -----------------------------------------------------1083 120th Street – Town of Lincoln – Pcl #032-01106-0360 Minimum Bid: $15,000.00 -----------------------------------------------------xxx N. Main Street – Village of Luck – Pcl #146-00136-0000 Minimum Bid: 2,500.00 -----------------------------------------------------813 E. Park Avenue – Village of Luck – Pcl #146-00266-0000 Minimum Bid: $3,000.00 www.wisconsinsurplus.com is a public on-line bidding auction. The properties will be sold “As Is” to the highest bidder. Polk County makes no representation or guarantee with respect to the use or condition of the properties.

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

Dated October 5, 2016.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Brian D. Byrnes

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

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

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Woodland Owners Association promotes new ‘My Land’ handbook as a family legacy tool The Wisconsin Woodland Owners Association (WWOA), the only statewide nonprofit educational organization for Wisconsin's private woodland owners, introduces its newest free resource for landowners, WWOA's My Land Handbook.

Consisting of thirty-five pages and more than fifteen different sections, WWOA's My Land Handbook is designed to help landowners easily and thoroughly record information about their land. Sections vary in topics from the land's legal description to its management programs, from the location and description of equipment and keys to the contact information for professionals, neighbors and trusted assistants. WWOA's My Land Handbook serves as a family legacy tool that facilitates communication between generations, or when selling land, it assembles related information to the land management and care into one document.

To find a copy of WWOA's My Land Handbook, visit the WWOA website at wisconsinwoodlands.org, and select the What We Do tab at the top menu bar. From the drop down menu, select the Resources, Publications & Links page. Here, WWOA's My Land Handbook and Evaluation are located under Publications section at the top of the page. With use of the Handbook, private woodland owners may work together to "Create tomorrow's woodlands today".

WWOA's My Land Handbook is a free, openly available document for anyone to use. Various formats are available, including PDF, Fillable Form, or a regular Word document on the WWOA website (www.wisconsinwoodlands.org). With this, electronic or hard copies may be used, depending on individual preferences. WWOA's My Land Handbook was created in part with a 2016 grant from the Wisconsin Environmental Education Board.

Additionally, an evaluation of the handbook is available on the website. WWOA hopes to update and improve the handbook based on the suggestions, comments, and feedback of its users. Those utilizing the Handbook should consider completing the evaluation which can be downloaded and mailed to WWOA, or completed electronically via email or an online survey.

WWOA has ten chapters across the state and engages landowners with yearround field days, meetings, workshops, conferences, and an annual meeting. Additionally, WWOA publishes a quarterly magazine, informing members of upcoming events and pertinent news highlights. For more information on WWOA, visit www.wisconsinwoodlands.org or contact our office at 715-346-4798.

Colonel JD Lind State Patrol Superintendent Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Secretary Mark Gottlieb today announced the appointment of Colonel JD Lind as Superintendent of the Wisconsin State Patrol, effective October 31, 2016.

A native of Bayfield, Wisconsin, Lind began his career with State Patrol as a member of the 44th Recruit Class in 1994. Since that time, he has served in a variety of roles in the Northwest, North Central and Southwest Region State Patrol posts, as well as with the State Patrol’s Bureau of Specialized Services.

He was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel in 2015 and to Colonel in September 2016. Prior to entering law enforcement, Colonel Lind was a high school teacher. He holds a B.S. Degree from UW-Stout.

Former Wisconsin State Patrol Superintendent Stephen Fitzgerald retired from the post last summer following nearly 50 years in law enforcement.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Electronic Ballot Tabulation

Under Wisconsin State Statute 5.84(1), public tests of the electronic ballot tabulation system will be held to ascertain that the equipment will correctly count the November 8, 2016 General Election votes cast for all offices and on all measures. All tests are open to the public.

City of Amery - Thursday, November 3, at 1:30 p.m.

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

Village of Clayton - Tuesday, November 1, at 5 p.m.

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

Village of Clear Lake - Wednesday, Nov. 2, at 10 a.m.

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

Town of Apple River - Thursday, Nov. 3, at 2 p.m.

Town Hall, 612 US Highway 8 (Range), Amery Lisa Carlson, Clerk, 715-768-5002

Town of Beaver - Wednesday, November 2, at 6 p.m.

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

Town of Black Brook - Tuesday, November 1, at 1 p.m.

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

Town of Clayton - Tuesday, November 1, at 6 p.m.

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

Town of Clear Lake - Tuesday, November 1, at 10 a.m.

Home Office, 209 50th Ave., Clayton Janelle Johnson, Clerk, 715-948-2189

Town of Garfield - Thursday Oct. 27, at 2 p.m.

Town Hall, 690 Minneapolis St., Wanderoos Sue Knutson, Clerk, 715-268-4414

Town of Lincoln - Tuesday, November 1, at 9 a.m.

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

Town of Vance Creek - Monday, Oct. 31, at 1:30 p.m.

Town Hall, 174 2nd Ave., Cty. Hwy. A, Reeve Marge Marlett, Clerk, 715-948-2670 Glennis Lynch, Deputy Clerk, 715-455-1432

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Researcher to outline weight management findings and related health effects in rural communities The topic of weight management in rural areas, such as northwestern Wisconsin, and its impact on other health issues, including cardiovascular disease, will be the focus of UW-Barron County’s Thursdays at the U Lecture and Performance Series, Oct. 27, 12:30 to 1:20 p.m., in the Blue Hills Lecture Hall (R234). Jeff VanWormer, Ph.D., will present “Optimizing Weight Management in Rural Primary Care: Wisconsin and the RE-POWER Trial.”

VanWormer is a behavioral epidemiologist with research interests in the primary prevention of cardio-metabolic disease, with particular focus on community-level risk factor surveillance and life-

style interventions. (Epidemiology is the branch of medicine that studies the frequency, distribution, and possible control of diseases.) For the past five years, he has worked at the Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation, Marshfield, Wis., as an associate research scientist in the Center for Clinical Epidemiology and Population Health. He has led and assisted with several evidence-based medicine and health disparities projects focused on obesity prevention, medication use, oral hygiene and vaccinations. He also is an investigator member in the national Health Care Systems Research Network and the University of Wisconsin’s Institute for Clinical and Transla-

tional Research, as well as an associate editor for the scientific journal Diabetes Spectrum.

Prior to his work in Marshfield, VanWormer was the director of the Heart of New Ulm Project, an initiative led by Allina Health and the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation to prevent cardiovascular disease in rural Minnesota, which continues today.

Thursdays @ the U series is free and open to the public. It is sponsored by the UW-Barron County Foundation. UW-BC is located at 1800 College Dr., Rice Lake. For more information, call 715-2348176.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING FOR TOWN OF CLAYTON

Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, November 10, 2016, at 7:45 p.m. at the Town of Clayton Town Hall the Town Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for 2017. The following is a summary of the proposed 2017 budget. A detailed account of the 2017 proposed budget is on file with the Town Clerk and can be obtained by contacting the clerk at 715-948-2564.

All Governmental Fund Types REVENUES: Taxes: General Property Taxes Other Intergovernmental Licenses and Permits Public Charges for Services Miscellaneous Total Revenue EXPENDITURES: General Government Public Safety Public Works Health and Human Services Culture, Education and Recreation Conservation and Development Total Expenditures

2016 Budgeted

2017 Proposed

$276,776 914 140,634 700 40 6,500

$276,776 909 140,025 760 40 1,250

425,564

420,750

53,989 59,256 358,960 3,000 0 1,200

53,289 59,355 303,806 3,100 0 1,200

476,405

420,750

Excess of Revenues Over (Under) Expenditures(50,841) FUND BALANCE JANUARY 1 FUND BALANCE DECEMBER 31: Assigned Unassigned/Working Capital Total Fund Balance December 31

% Change

0.00%

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148,612

128,219

5,000 92,771

57,250 70,699

$97,771

$128,219

The 2017 proposed budget does not contain the addition of any newly provided services or the deletion of any currently provided services.

NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN MEETING FOR THE TOWN OF CLAYTON

Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, November 10, 2016, immediately following the completion of the Public Budget Hearing, which begins at 7:45 pm at the Town of Clayton Town Hall, a Special Town Meeting of the electors is called pursuant to Sec. 60.12 (1) (c) of Wisconsin Statutes by the Town Board for the following purposes: 1. To approve the total 2017 highway expenditures pursuant to Sec. 82.03 (2) of Wis. Statutes.

2. To adopt the Town tax levy to be paid in 2017 pursuant to Sec. 60.10 (1) (a) of Wis. Statutes WNAXLP

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Barron County advertises a critical need for first responders It’s 11:00 pm and you’re driving home in a rain storm, when your car hydroplanes and skids out of control. Seconds later, you realize your trapped in your vehicle which has flipped on its top and is lying in the ditch. You dial 911 and first responders are quickly alerted. But who are first responders?

In Barron County, just like many rural communities, first responders are volunteers who have dedicated their lives toward helping those in need.

These volunteers are custodians, office workers, foresters, social workers, salesman, students, farmers, and the list continues… They are men and women who are committed to helping neighbors and who continually learn new life-saving skills to make a difference in their communities.

Additional volunteers are currently needed to meet the need for emergency services. On Friday, September 30th,

first responders in Barron County met for a group photo to increase awareness and promote volunteerism within the local first responder community, with a campaign title of "REAL HEROES DON'T WEAR CAPES".

“As life continues to demand more of our time, we’re seeing a decline in volunteers within the emergency response profession. Our goal is to attract more individuals to serve on their local fire department or first responder organization. From gaining experience and learning new life skills, to being a part of a team and having that sense of brotherhood - the rewards are incredible. It truly is a family.”

For those interested in volunteering as a first responder within their community, contact Mike Judy at the Barron County Sheriff’s Department (715637-6732) for more information.

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RSVP to 715-268-6624 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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TOWN OF LINCOLN POLK COUNTY *NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING *NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN MEETING OF THE ELECTORS OF THE TOWN OF LINCOLN *NOTICE OF TOWN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MONTHLY MEETING PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, November 10, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Town Hall, a PUBLIC HEARING on the PROPOSED 2017 BUDGET for the Town of Lincoln, Polk County will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for public inspection at the Town Clerk’s office Tuesdays & Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by appointment. A copy is also posted in the Town Hall entry. The following is a summary of the proposed 2017 Budget.

REVENUES General Property Taxes Intergov. Revenues Licenses & Permits Public Chrg. Services Intergov. Chrg. Services Total Revenues

2016

2017

% Change

465,775 173,106 1,200 2,040 900 643,021

468,975 172,994 1,300 3,030 300 646,599

.69%

EXPENDITURES General Government Public Works Culture Public Safety Health & Human Services Conservation & Develop.

Reserve Capital Purchase Reserve Bldg Fund Total Expenses

109,396 279,625 7,000 192,000 3,000 2,000 25,000 25,000 643,021

104,396 289,077 7,000 191,626 3,000 1,500 50,000 0 646,599

.56%

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 14, 2016, at 7:00 P.M. at the Clear Lake Town Hall, a PUBLIC HEARING on the PROPOSED 2017 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 2017 Budget: 2017 PROPOSED BUDGET

.56%

NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN MEETING OF THE ELECTORS OF THE TOWN OF LINCOLN, POLK COUNTY Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, November 10, 2016, immediately following completion of the Public Hearing on the Proposed 2017 Budget, a Special Town Meeting of the Electors is called pursuant to Section 60.12(1)( c ) of Wisconsin Statutes by the Town Board for the following purposes will be held: 1. To adopt the town tax levy to be paid in 2017 pursuant to section 60.10(1) (a) of Wisconsin Statutes.

Dated this 25th day of October, 2016 NOTICE OF TOWN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MONTHLY MEETING Notice is further given that the Town Board of Supervisors Monthly Meeting will be held immediately following the public hearings and the special town meeting of the electors.

Stephanie Marciniak, Clerk Town of Lincoln - 661 85th Street 715-268-4747 Published October 25, 2016 - Amery Free Press

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RECEIPTS: Cash year beginning Town Tax Levy Intergovernmental Revenues License TOTAL

2016 $ 20,000.00 $349,242.00 $208,881.00 150.00 $578,273.00

2017 $ 20,000.00 350,228.00 208,853.00 150.00 $579,231.00

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

$ 54,163.00 57,000.00 422,410.00 700.00 24,000.00 20,000.00 $578,273.00

56,404.00 51,000.00 426,227.00 1,600.00 24,000.00 20,000.00 $579,231.00

% Change 2% -.01%

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 14, 2016 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 2017 highway expenditures pursuant to Section 81.01 (3) of Wisconsin Status.

2. To adopt the town tax levy to be paid in 2017 pursuant to Section 60.10 (1) (a) of Wisconsin Status.

Dated this 20th day of October, 2016

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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Would you like to share your knowledge with others?

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one of next month’s experts. Look for our next page published in the November 29 newspaper.

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

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INSURANCE ADVICE

What is the connection between diabetes and chronic wounds?

Why is our home insured at $175,000 when we just had it appraised and can only sell it for $125,000?

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What is an option for additional investment income?

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You may want to consider municipal bonds. Your interest payments will likely be free of federal taxes, Ryan Collins and possibly state and local taxes too. Although some “munis” are subject to the alternative minimum tax. But Financial Advisor some municipal bonds carry different risk levels than others, so it pays to know the difference.

All municipal bonds are subject to interest rate risk- the risk that you could lose principal if you sell your bonds before they mature while new bonds are being issued at a higher rate.

Another type of risk is default risk. General obligation bond issuers are required to do everything possible, including raising taxes, to make interest payments on time and in full. But revenue bonds depend on the revenue generated by specific projects. Given this more restricted income stream, revenue bonds may carry more risk than general obligation bonds.

Overall, however, municipal bonds have had an excellent track record of avoiding defaults. Nonetheless, you’ll want to be aware of any bond’s risk factors before you invest.

Ulland A. Diabetes is a major cause of chronic wounds. Dr.It canAnders cause nerve

damage (called neuropathy) and also peripheral arterial disease both of which can lead to wounds that won’t heal. Diabetes is also a growing health problem with over 9% of the population having this disease.

Just within a 30 mile radius of Amery, there are 21,000 people with diabetes. Statistically, we know that 25% of them will develop a chronic ulcer – that’s 5200 people. Fifteen percent of that 5200 will experience an amputation, which means 788 people within 30 miles of Amery will experience an amputation due to diabetes. The Wound Healing Center exists to prevent as many of those amputations as we can by healing the chronic ulcer as fast as possible. If you are struggling with a chronic diabetic wound, let us help. Call the Wound Healing Center at 715268-0175 to make an appointment. No physician referral is necessary.

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CREDIT & LOAN ADVICE Richel Mount and Jody Faschingbauer

to be a cheerful time of the year, but sometimes the financial burden of gift giving may get in the way. To help alleviate this stress, create a budget that is realistic for your household and income and put funds away throughout the year. It adds up! At WESTconsin Credit Union, we offer an interest bearing savings account called the Christmas Club. This savings account allows you to set aside funds in a safe place throughout the year. Then, on November 1, WESTconsin conveniently moves the funds from your Christmas Club savings account to your membership savings account, just in time for the holiday shopping season! Stop in and see Jody or Richel to set up your Christmas Club account today!

Q. What is an abscessed tooth?

A. Sorry folks, the calendar says colder weather

A. One of the most painful

Betty Collins is on its way. With the colder temps and heat warming our homes, it also dries out our skin and hair. Our scalps may become itchy and our hair and skin need added moisture. One way to help this is to drink lots of water to hydrate from the inside out. When we shower, we should exfoliate our skin to remove dry, dead skin and immediately after the shower while our skin is still damp, apply lotion. Your pores are open after the shower and more able to absorb the lotion. Think about a deep conditioning treatment for your hair to replenish what the summer sun depleted. Also make sure to use products that have thermal protection to protect hair from further damage.

If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to stop in and let us help you choose the right solution for your situation.

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experiences any person can have is to have an abscessed tooth.

That occurs when the nerves and blood vessels inside of our teeth get infected by bacteria. The infection spreads out of the tooth and into the surrounding jaw bone, which causes the bone to break down and can cause extreme pain. The only way to get rid of the pain and infection is to have a root canal to save the tooth or to extract the tooth. If you have a painful tooth, please see us at River Place Dental so we can evaluate and treat your problem. Call 715-268-2103 for an appointment today. New patients are always welcome!

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What needs to be done to get my boat ready for winter?

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criminal deception intended to result in Dirk Prindle financial or personal gain.” Fraud can be much more than just cash theft. It may be subject to personal property, real estate, financial statements, or other items that may create possible fraudulent information. I would like to say that all local businesses are clean, all family members are trustworthy, and all shareholders are knowledgeable – but everyone must be aware of all that surrounds you. Currently there are millions of fraudulent phone calls being made by scam artists stating they are from the IRS asking individuals to pay large sums of money – Beware: THE IRS DOES NOT CALL PEOPLE. Please contact us to help you identify and proceed with any fraud.

Erik Hellie Insurance Agent real estate appraisal (or market value), and finally replacement cost (cost to build new). In the insurance coverage world a conscientious agent recommends that you insure your property at the amount needed to rebuild. If your home “disappears” tomorrow because of a fire claim or tornado claim you need your home rebuilt back and replaced… not just be given the amount it could have been sold for or a depreciated amount. Now, you can insure a property at Actual Cash Value, which is defined as cost new minus depreciation.

Know that ACV may leave you short if you have a claim that requires repair or replacement and often times the slight savings for less coverage is not worth it . My advice is to find a local trusted agent who will review your coverages and make sure you are properly covered in case of a claim.

What changes do I need to prepare my hair and skin for winter ?

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Q. What is fraud?

A. Fraud is defined as “wrongful or

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HEALTH & BEAUTY ADVICE

How do I get through the holidays debt free?

A. The holidays are meant

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No matter what type of boat you have, proper fall maintenance and winterization will extend the life of your Nick Gorres boat, and prevent costly damage that can result if it is not done.

President/ All engines need to have the oil changed. This is the best time to General Manager do it. This removes the moisture and acids that can build up in the oil from seasonal use, and can cause damage to the engine. Changing the lower unit fluid as well as the transmission fluid is also a good idea when getting ready to put the boat away for winter. Make sure that the engine cooling system is drained and flushed with the proper amount, and type of Marine antifreeze. Don’t forget about the heater, shower and ballast tanks if your boat has them. They also need to be drained and protected from freezing water. Stabilize the fuel and fog the engine with fogging oil. Make sure that you also drain any water out of the hull of the boat.

Lastly, don’t forget about the trailer that only gets looked at when it is broken. Better to maintain things in the fall, so you are ready to go back to the lake on Memorial Weekend!

If you have any other problems or questions, any of our friendly and helpful staff will be glad to assist you.

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Q. When is the best time to buy a vehicle?

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Samantha Olson

I get this question a lot. When people think of timing BDC/Internet Sales Mgr. – they often think of phrases like ‘Auto Show’ or ‘Model Year End’. We at Amery Chevrolet feel there is an all-together different concept of timing that is far more important: The timing in your ownership.

If you are nearing the end of your warranty coverage and you enjoy the peace of mind warranty offers – perhaps it is time to upgrade and purchase. Give me a call to explain how our Lifetime Warranty works for new and used vehicles.

Are you noticing a trend of repeatedly sinking money into your vehicle? Beyond the oil changes, tire rotations and manufactures recommended service; If you feel you are continuously wasting your money on your car, perhaps you should look at applying that money towards something more reliable.

Is technology important to you? Even upgrading your vehicle a few model years will allow you to have some of the newest technologies out there.

Putting all this into perspective, the best time to buy is what is right for you. Here at Amery Chevrolet, we will work with you to get you the best price whether it be morning or night, beginning of the month or end of the month, we want to educate you and make certain you are completely satisfied.

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Seth Amundsen hauls in a one handed pass reception.

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Connor McBrayer looks for yardage after making a catch McBrayer caught three passes for 108 yards and a touchdown.

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Shawn Waalen makes a stop of a Gale-Ettrick-Trempealeau runner.

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Caleb Ladwig makes a touchdown grab.

No. 7 G-E-T ends Amery Football Season

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

A solid 2016 Amery football season came to a close on Friday with a 5014 loss at seventh-ranked Gale-Ettrick-Trempealeau in the first round of the WIAA Division 4 playoffs. The Warriors (5-5) spotted G-E-T (9-1) 42 points before getting on

the board with 7:44 left in the game on a 59-yard touchdown pass from Lane Christensen to Connor McBrayer.

Amery won the passing yardage battle 237-56, but had the tables turned on it on the ground, 20-296.

Christensen completed 8 of 25 passes for 187 yards, one touchdown and one interception. Brett Forrest completed

another 2 of 3 passes for the Warriors for 50 yards including a 16-yard touchdown pass to Caleb Ladwig with 3:39 to play for the game’s final score.

Lance Waalen connected for both Amery PATs. G-E-T’s Kody Gunderson was 3-for-3 for 56 yards and two touchdowns.

McBrayer had a big day, leading the team in receiving

yards, rushing yards and tackles. He caught three passes for 108 yards and a touchdown, ran for 11 yards and racked up nine tackles.

Ladwig had one 16-yard touchdown reception. Seth Amundson pitched in three receptions for 46 yards. Hunter Kuhn had one 34-yard catch, and Lance Waalen contributed two receptions for 22 yards.

On the ground, Waalen matched McBrayer with 11 yards each. Meanwhile, G-ET’s Ben Behan rumbled for 127 yards on 10 carries and Butch Haines added 88 yards and two touchdowns on 14 touches.

Marcus Pfeffer-Zimmerman also tallied two TD’s on seven carries for 42 yards.

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Senior Dalton Gilbertson looks to make a pass.

Junior Luis Rapalo near the Spooner goal.

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Rapalo. Ryan Van Blaricom scored 2 minutes later and Eiynck returned with golden foot in the 13th minute after stealing a pass and dribbling in for another successful shot.

Set pieces were responsible for the next three goals. Alex Thomsen notched a direct kick goal and Craig Richter

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Spooner couldn’t hold a candle to Amery’s boys’ soccer team as the two squads met for a regional playoff game on Oct. 20 and Amery walked away with a 7-0 victory.

The Warriors dominated

possession throughout the first half and created many scoring opportunities off quick one-touch passing.

Sophomore Dylan Eiynck opened the flood gates on the Spooner goal after a series of give-and-go combinations 10 minutes into the game and received an assist from Luis

added two more on corner kicks to close out the first half with a 6-0 advantage. Van Blaricom and Noah Rademaker each finished the half with one assist while the Warriors outshot the rails, 16-0.

Senior Dalton Rademaker, returning from a season-long injury, scored the only goal

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after intermission, netting the goal midway through the second half off another Rapalo assist.

Amery’s second half shots on goal outnumber Spooner’s 3-1, and the Warriors finished the game with a 6-2 corner kick advantage.

The Clayton Varsity volleyball team blasted Prairie Farm 25-8, 25-16, 2-17 on Oct. 10. The Bears’ attack was led

by Alison Leslie, who tallied 10 kills.

McKenna Larson and Selena Levendoski each added six kills.

Kaily Ketz had a strong day behind the service stripe, notching six aces on 18 total serves. Larson added three

aces on 15 serves, and Jaedyn Bussewitz, 3 aces on 12 serves.

Defensively, the Bears turned to Madysn Cardinal to pick up 23 of the teams 66 total digs. She also had eight serve receptions.

Bussewitz and Mackinzie Falls each had eight serve receives while Leslie tallied two solo blocks and one block assist.

The win brings Clayton to a 20-3 overall record.

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Warriors shut out Ashland for regional championship

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BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s boys’ soccer team claimed its first WIAA Regional title since 2012 on Oct. 22 with a 1-0 victory over Ashland. The Warriors were on the attack from the get-go, but found it difficult to score as the Ashland goalkeeper was on top of his game.

In the first half, the keepermade back-to-back spectacular saves to keep the game scoreless.The first save, came as Luis Rapalo broke through the Ashland defense for a shot, and the second came on a Dylan Eiynck rebound shot.

Amery dominated possession and pressured a solid Ashland defense, which continually cleared out cross after cross throughout

a scoreless first half in which Amery out-shot Ashland, 3-0.

The Warriors continued to put on the pressure in the second half and got a number of good scoring opportunities, but again Ashland’s goalkeeper was up to the challenge. That is – until the 71st minute when Alexis Castorena Gonsalez squeezed a shot between the near post and the keeper off a Galen Coy assist.

“We knew it was going to be a tough match because Ashland has one of the top high school soccer programs in the state that plays all the big Duluth high schools during the regular season,” Amery coach Flint Karis said.

“They are always much better than their record.”

Karis commended his team for

playing with heart.

“A number of the boys played through injuries and showed true grit and determination. They got knocked down time after time, but kept getting up and battling and Ashland team that threw everything at them to try and even up the score,” Karis said. “Sabin Coy marked Ashland’s leading scorer all game and limited his opportunities.”

Ashland recorded just four shots on target for the entire game with each being saved by Cole Jakupciak. Amery finished with 18 shots – 10 on net – and led in corner kicks, 9-6.

The Warriors will host defending state runner up Rice Lake on Thursday.

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The Amery Boys Cross Country squad begins the Sectional race last week in Rice Lake.

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Lydia Monson (left) and Liz Monette (right) placed first and second for the Warriors.

Amery girls end season in middle of sectional pack

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The young Amery girls cross country team wrapped up its 2016 season on Oct. 21 in Rice Lake at the WIAA Division 2 sectional meet. With three freshman scoring among the top five Warriors, Amery tallied 177 team points for an eighth-place finish in the 15-team field.

Leading the way was Lydia Monson with an eighth-place time of 20:18.

Liz Monette was just two spots behind her with a time of 20:39. Libby Braaten placed 40th (22:08) and Abby Braaten was 54th (22:55). Mary Johnson rounded out Amery’s top five

with a 65th place time of 23:39. Annika Schwartz placed 67th at 23:45 and Olivia Jenson, 78th (25:07).

Northwestern claimed the team title with 84 points while Somerset’s Anya Swanson recorded the top individual time of 19:09.

Team Scores Northwestern 84, St. Croix Central 86, Ashland 98, Rice Lake 101, Hayward 138, Ellsworth 146, Prescott 150, Amery 177, Osceola 214, Cumberland 310, Baldwin-Woodville 314, Barron 355, Somerset 355, Spooner 396, Bloomer

Barron ends Amery season in first round

Amery Boys XC team 4th at Sectionals

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s boys’ cross country team posted a fourth-place finish at the 15-team WIAA Division 2 sectional championships held in Rice Lake on Oct. 21. The Warriors were just three points behind third-place Prescott with a 138 team points.

The top Amery individual at the meet was junior Jude Ingham, who placed seventh with a time of 17:13. Ingham, who finished 2 seconds behind Rice Lake’s Ian

Bednarek, missed a state tournament berth by one place. Senior Ryan Heiss was 38 seconds behind Ingham in 15th place. Sophomore Noah Boe-Parish came in 22nd at 18:03, and senior Noah Zinn stopped the clock at 18:27 for 32nd-place effort.

Joshua Bohn earned the final scoring spot for the Warriors with a 62nd-place time of 19:25. Also competing for Amery were Andrew Carlson (63rd, 19:28) and Henry Budke (85th, 20:27).

Northwestern was the

Amery’s 2016 volleyball season ended in the first round of WIAA Division 2 regional play with a threegame set loss to No. 3 seeded Barron, 25-14, 25-17, 25-18. Barron lost the next round in four games to No. 2 seed Rice Lake. Rice Lake then lost in five games to top-seeded Osceola for the regional title.

Amery stayed close to Barron until midway through the first game when the Golden Bears extended their lead to 19-10 and never looked back.

Close play didn’t last as long in the second game, however, as a 5-6 game quickly changed to seven-point deficit. Barron extended its lead to as many as 11 points before securing its second victory of the night.

The third game was much like the first with the scoring being tied at 7-7 before the Gold Bears unleashed a 12-2 run to break free.

“I was proud of the girls and that

they kept improving each game and playing through the last point,” said Amery Coach Lisa Markee. “They worked together and have made some great improvements through the season.”

Kate Forrest tallied three of Amery’s five service aces on the night while Madelyn Granica hammered home 11 of the team’s 29 kills. Abby Schmidt added eight kills.

Granica also led the team in blocks, with five, followed by Ashley VanSomeren with four. Keeley Brown tallied 23 assists.

“We had players step into new roles late in the season with injuries to seniors Esmee Luchtenburg and Shayan Tavanae, and they stepped in and did a great job,” Markee said.

“Our seniors will leave some big holes to fi ll for next year, but we look forward to next season and continuing to build on what we learned this year.”

Team Scores Northwestern 89, Osceola 107, Prescott 135, Amery 138, Bloomer 140, St. Croix Central 147, Ashland 147, Ellsworth 205, Rice Lake 221, Hayward 232, Somerset 288, Baldwin-Woodville 293, Barron 344, Cumberland 383, Spooner 400

Granica earns All-MBC honorable mention

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sectional team champion with 89 points while Ashland juniors Maury Miller and Walker Miller claimed the top two individual times of 16:29 and 16:33, respectively.

The Middle Border Conference released its 2016 all-conference volleyball teams recently and one Amery Warrior made the cut. Sophomore Madelyn Granica represented the Warriors as an honorable mention selection.

“Madelyn’s All Conference Honorable Mention selection gives her the honor of being selected by the other conference coaches as among one of the top 21 volleyball players in the conference,” said Amery Coach Lisa Markee. “The coaches look at not only the players skills and talents on the court, but also the type of player they are; attributes like their work ethic, leadership, attitude, how they treat their teammates, and coach-ability are all used to help the coaches select the final list.”

Granica led the Warriors in kills with season with 125 and had a kill percentage of 64.1 percent along with a .379 hitting efficiency. She was the team block leader with 37 of the team’s

85 total blocks. Granica also contributed 19 service aces with a 89.6 percent serving percentage.

“Madelyn does a great job using her skills and talents to lead our team statistically in multiple categories, but she also exemplifies all of the other categories that add to her value as a player so much more than just her stats,” Markee said.

Osceola had three players on the first team while Ellsworth boasted two first-team selections. Osceola also had one player on the second team and one honorable mention. Ellsworth had one honorable mention player.

Somerset and Prescott each fi lled one first team and one second team slot. New Richmond made its mark with two players selected to the second team.

First team selections Erin Cutts, Sr., Osceola; Ashley Hustad, Sr., Osceola; Bekah Miller, Sr., Prescott; Haley Basset, Sr., Somerset; Mackenzie Kummer, So., Ellsworth; Linnaea Wallis, Sr., Osceola; Morgan Kummer, Jr., Ellsworth

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Amery Freshman Lydia Monson made her mark on the Middle Border Conference on Oct. 13 when she placed third at the 2016 conference girls cross country meet in Osceola with a time of 21:14. Meanwhile, she and her teammates earned a sixth –place team finish in the eight team field.

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top four runners all placing Henry Budke (49th, 21:09) and Amery’s boys cross country

among the top 10 individuals.

Dylan Johnson (52nd, 21:26). team competed at the Middle

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Elisa Boe-Parish 81, St. Croix Central 86, Croix Central 101, Osceola 25­9, 25­18,

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Senior Liz Monette finished her MBC career with 15th-place individual finish and time of 21:58. Freshmen Libby Braaten (23:16) and Abby Braaten (23:35) placed 30th and 33rd, respectively.

Mary Johnson rounded out the final scoring spot with a 38th-place time of 24:07. Annika Schwartz placed 4zst (24:54) and Olivia Jensen, 47th (26:36).

New Richmond claimed

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#4 Clear Lake

#1 Clayton

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#1 Clayton

#11 25­9, 25­21, Kneeling in front L-R: Coach Rosanne

Cambridge/Deerfield

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#6 Belleville/New @Reddan Park ­ Host L-R: Coach Jason #6 Prairie Farm 25­18

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Chris McLeod, Dalton Rademaker, Alexis

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@Clear Lake #7 Monroe #1 McDonell Central

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#1 McDonell Central

#3 Siren #3 Bruce

#17 Edgerton 25­13 4­0

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#1 Clayton

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#1 Clayton

@Bayfield @Clear Lake

@Siren @Rice Lake

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#7 Hayward

#1 Amery (15­2­2)

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#3 Baldwin­ Woodville

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DIVISION 3

#5 Ashland

4:00 PM

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#2 Webster

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4:00 PM

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Thu, Oct 27

#2 Webster

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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: ”I can’t do it” never yet accomplished anything. “I will try” has accomplished wonders. (George P. Burnham, Politician) Carolyn Lumsden There’s a correction for the Raw Apple 715-483-9738 Cake recipe. Add 2 eggs to the creamed sugar and shortening mixture. Sorry for the error.

This casserole has chicken, rice and broccoli for a good tasting meal and can be made, then baked while you’re doing other things for a meal.

CHEESY CHICKEN, BROCCOLI AND BROWN RICE CASSEROLE Microwave on high 4 minutes, then set aside: 1 bag (12 oz.) frozen broccoli florets Cook according to directions, then set aside: 1-1/2 c. brown rice In larger skillet, heat over medium heat: 1/4 c. olive oil Add and cook until golden on outside and no longer pink in center: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced into bite-size pieces (or your favorite parts of the chicken) salt and pepper to taste some red pepper flakes (amount you want) Remove chicken to plate and add to the warm skillet: 1/2 c. diced onion Add and cook 60 seconds: 1 clove garlic, finely chopped Add and make a roux, stirring and cooking 1-2 minutes until lightly golden: 2 T. olive oil 2 T. flour Gradually add, whisking until slightly thickened like a gravy: 1 c. chicken broth 1/2 c. milk Add and stir to combine: the cooked chicken the cooked brown rice the cooked broccoli 3/4 c. shredded cheddar cheese Put into a 10” round baking dish, brushed with olive oil.

In small bowl, combine: 3/4 c. bread crumbs (your choice) 1 T. butter, melted Add and sprinkle on top of casserole: 3/4 c. shredded cheddar cheese.

Bake at 400° for 20 minutes or until top is crispy and casserole is bubbling around the edges of the pan. Serves 4-6.

It seems everyone likes macaroni casseroles. This is full of chicken and cheese, too.

Fall is a great time for soups. This is a cheesy soup and uses dry mashed potatoes.

LAYERED MACARONI, CHEESE AND CHICKEN CASSEROLE Heat over medium heat in skillet: 2 T. olive oil Add and cook until golden and no longer pink, stirring frequently: 1 pound uncooked chicken, finely chopped salt and pepper to taste Cook according to directions and drain: 3 c. elbow macaroni Place the cooked macaroni into a 9x13” baking dish (or a 3 qt. casserole).

Sprinkle the cooked chicken over the macaroni Spread on top of the cooked chicken: 2 bags (11 oz. ea.) frozen mixed vegetables (or veg. of your choice) In same skillet you fried the chicken, melt 3 T. butter over medium heat.

Whisk lose any browned bits from bottom of skillet and combine with the butter.

Stir in and stir until paste forms: 3 T. flour Gradually add and continue to stir/whisk: 2 c. milk Stir in: 1-1/2 tsp. onion salt 2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese 1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed cream of chicken soup Stir until smooth and well combined. Pour this mixture over the chicken mixture in the casserole.

Spread over the top of the casserole: 1 c. more shredded Cheddar cheese In small bowl combine well and sprinkle over the cheese: 1-1/2 c. crispy bread crumbs 1/4 c. butter, melted 1/2 tsp. garlic salt 1/2 tsp. pepper Bake at 375° for about 30 minutes or until mixture is fully heated and bubbling and bread crumbs are browned.

Serves 6-8

CHEESY POTATO BROCCOLI SOUP Bring to a boil, cover and let simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally: 1 carton (32 oz.) chicken broth 1/3 c. chopped onion 1 bag (12 oz.) frozen chopped broccoli Stir in: 2 c. milk 1-1/3 c. dry mashed potatoes (like potato buds/flakes) Stir in: 1 c. shredded Swiss cheese salt to taste Heat over low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until hot and cheese is melted. Serves 4-6.

CHOCOLATE NUT CARAMEL POKE CAKE Make according to directions on package: 1 box chocolate fudge cake mix Put into a sprayed 9x13” baking pan.

Bake according to directions on package.

Remove from oven and poke holes all over cake using a chopstick.

Spread on top of cake: 1-1/2 jars (11.5 oz. ea.) salted caramel sauce Cool cake completely, then refrigerate for 2 hours.

In medium bowl, beat until stiff peaks form: 1 c. heavy whipping cream 1 T. powdered sugar Spread over the top of the cake.

Drizzle with the remaining of the jar of caramel sauce.

Drizzle with: 1 c. chocolate flavored syrup (your favorite) Sprinkle with: 1/2 c. chopped salted peanuts (or your favorite nuts) Enjoy.

Tip: Grate orange and lemon peels and then let dry.

Put dried grated peels into a tightly covered jar and use in spice cake, cookies, puddings, pie, etc. for added flavor.

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If you and your family loves pizza, you might really like this try this over baked potatoes. It’s a good way to encourage people to eat cauliflower, too.

PIZZA BAKED POTATOES Scrub and bake 4 large baking potatoes until done, about 40 minutes in 400° oven. Remember to prick with fork to allow steam to escape.

Cook in large pot of boiling water until very soft and tender, then drain: 1/2 head cauliflower Chop and set aside, reserving 12 slices of pepperoni: 1/2 c. sliced pepperoni When potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut a thin slice off the top of each potato. Gently scoop out the potato pulp, leaving 1/4” of the shell all around the potato, bottom and sides.

Place the potato pulp into large bowl.

Add to the potato pulp: The cooked cauliflower The chopped pepperoni 1 c. pizza sauce (your favorite) 1/2 c. shredded mozzarella cheese Beat or mash mixture until well blended. Spoon the mixture into the potato shells.

Place the filled potato onto an ungreased cookie sheet. Sprinkle with 1/4 c. more mozzarella cheese. Top each potato with 3 slices of the reserved pepperoni. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until hot and cheese is bubbly.

Garnish with shredded/torn lettuce, or a bit of fresh parsley. if desired. Makes 4 potatoes. You can easily double or triple this recipe.

Make this delicious cake using a chocolate cake mix.

Add a few other ingredients and you have a rich luscious dessert. This uses 2 jars of caramel sauce.

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

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7:30 pm Boo! evening of scary stories and poems at the Northern Lakes Center for the Arts 10:30 am Halloween Costume Contest and Free Movie at the Amery HS Auditorium 1-3 pm Trick or Treaters welcome at Amery businesses 7:30 pm “Boo!” spooky stories and poems at the Northern Lakes Center for the Arts

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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 10 am Book Club, 12:30 pm Bridge, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 9:30 am Quilting, 1 pm Wii Games, 1 pm Cribbage, 4 pm ARM Knitting Class, 5:30 pm Stamping & Scrapbooking

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 10 am Alcoholics Anonymous, 12:30 pm Bridge, 6 pm Zumba Live, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot Cards, 1 pm Amery Memory Cafe, 1:30 pm Hand & Foot 2, 6 pm Duplicate Bridge, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 6:30 p.m. Bingo at the Amery VFW

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 9 am Mah Jong, 6 pm Lee Elmer Music Night, 8 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 4:30-7 pm Swiss Steak Dinner at Redeemer Lutheran Church

9:30 am-1 pm Bazaar at Trinity Lutheran Church 10 am Golden Age Manor Family Council meets on the Sun Porch

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Locals recognized during October #KINDNESS campaign Congratulations to the following folks! Your entries of acts of kindness performed or observed were drawn for a free t-shirt! Stop in to the Amery Police Department for your t-shirt or if you can’t, no worries…we will track you down.

We thank you all for submitting your #KINDNESS entries and ask that you keep them coming. Look for #KINDNESS drop offs at local businesses around town at the schools or at the lobby of the Amery Police Department. We have a lot more t-shirts to give away!

Cathy Mast – Observed the front girl saying ”Hi” to everyone when they walked into a local business.

Colton & Cora Waterman – Spent a day doing acts of kindness one of which was bringing in homemade cupcakes for the police officers.

Samantha Ross – Gave up her seat on the bus to another kid with

an instrument.

Beau Fisk – Helped his mom clean around the house.

Mara Stone – Took a friend’s son ice skating when the friend had to work.

Brenda Lehman – Helped a lost 3 year old boy find his parents.

Amber Harris – Took residents at Amery Memory Care bowling.

Lisa Duden – Brought in lunch coupons for the police officers.

Rochelle Haugen – Observed a lady help a random person pick up her groceries blown around in the wind.

Raymond Mork – Brought in 2 totes of new toys to the Amery Police Department to be donated to needy kids.

Tom Stangl – Helped a co-worker in need and returned a phone.

Kim Voght – Helped an old lady at the store and talked to two kids about bullying another.

From Lien Elementary Brady – Took down all the chairs in the class without being asked.

Carson – Let someone go in front of him at soccer.

Easton – Picked up other’s garbage without being asked.

Chayce – Helped three people on Tuesday.

Regan – Helped a friend tie their shoe.

Chasing garbage on a windy day, treating someone to lunch, dropping by to visit a lonely neighbor, standing up against a bully for someone, returning found property, letting someone ahead of you in line, listening to a friend in need, showing a child how to tie their shoe, treating everyone you meet with patience, consideration and a smile... Kindness is easy and free, make it your best habit!

The staff at Lien Elementary are having a great time supporting the Amery Police Department’s #KINDNESS initiative.

Students and staff are recognizing kindness throughout their building and are sharing their stories during morning announcements.

USDA Reminds Producers to Report Perennial Forage and Fall-Seeded Crops by November 15th Balsam Lake, WI, October 19, 2016 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds producers of the November 15, 2016 requirement to report perennial forage and fall-seeded small grains that will be harvested in 2017.

Crops that should be reported may include alfalfa, alfalfa grass mixtures, red clover, pasture grazed by livestock, winter wheat, rye and other forage crops. Producers who are interested in participating in any 2017 USDA farm programs or want to keep an acreage history on file need to report the location, acreage and planting date of the applicable crop.

Producers with crop insurance must report their applicable forages and fall seeded small grains to their insurance agent. Crop insurance agents and FSA continues to workon the Acreage and Crop Reporting Streamlining Initiative (ACRSI). This initiative is a result of the 2014 Farm Bill and standardizes data requirements for acreage reporting between FSA and Crop Insurance providers. At this time, you MUST sign all acreage reports (FSA578's) at a local Farm Service Agency office to meet the FSA program requirements. You may also have to sign forms with your local crop insurance agent. Please contact your Farm Service Agency office AND your Crop Insurance agent to ensure you have completed all required forms to maintain eligibility for all programs.

Late-filed provisions may be available to producers who are unable to meet the reporting deadline as required. Filing an acreage report on these crops after the November 15, 2016 deadline will require the payment of a late-filing fee which amounts to a minimum of $46.00 per FSA established farm number.

Producers should contact the Polk County FSA office at (715) 485-3138 to make an appointment to complete perennial forage and fall seeded crop acreage reporting by November 15.

Amery Holiday Stroll is set for Saturday, Dec. 3

A Little Set Back

By Larry Lee Phillipson I had a little set back awhile ago Ended up in the hospital and now in rehab here we go.

Was surprised I ended up with pneumonia and felt mighty low.

I’m working to get stronger each day So I can feel better and be back on my way.

Looking forward to going back home and seeing all my friends where I don’t feel alone.

I’ve felt very independent all these years Being away from home so long has brought me to tears.

I have Helen help me along each day We always say our prayers before she’s on her way.

Someday I’ll be back where I belong And will be stronger, singing my songs.

Medica offers a range of affordable and comprehensive plan options. I can help you select the right plan for you.

Call me to learn more:

715-491-0014 Jerry Humphrey Licensed Insurance Agent

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The Haskin Family of 1883 A wealthy couple interviewed on the ABC show 20/20 addressed the mild recession of several years ago. In their lush dining room they mildly lamented that because of lower than usual that Growing income year, they’d have to choose between a Euroup in pean vacation and an Amery addition to the house.

They couldn’t afford to Loren Elkin do both.

Not many tears for that couple, but in this column a real tragedy happened in 1883 Polk County.

Researching deaths in the 1880s using Polk County records at the courthouse in Balsam Lake, I’d mechanically write down cause of death, age, sex, and occasionally included descriptions.

With the Haskins family, I found something especially horrible. Eight children from the family of Royal and Mary Jane Haskins died in a threemonth period in 1883.

Netie May, age 8, died from spinal

meningitis. Doctor A.G. Murdock of Taylors Falls wrote the death certificate.

Nearly two months later a 12-year-old, Oliver, died of diphtheria on April 10th.

Spring planting was just around the

corner for this family, but it wouldn’t be a typical spring.

Six days later on April 16th, 3-yearold Oatis and 6-year-old Hattie became Polk County death statistics. Diphtheria the cause. Later on the 28th of that month, 4-year-old Leuther also died from the same disease.

The oldest child, Albert, died from diphtheria on May 8th, as did Leucy, age 9, a day later. The last death recorded from this family was Hiram, age 14, dying of diphtheria on May 25th.

With many of the children the comments included simply, “Light complexion, light hair”. The death records list Shiloh Cemetery as the final resting place. A few years ago a few Polk County residents found the burial spots and put up wooden crosses with the name Haskins.

What more is there to write. You have your own thoughts on this and can imagine, barely, what the parents felt like. A lot more gut-wrenching than choosing between a European trip and an addition to a ten room house.

Someone suggested that there still are Haskins in Polk County, and I’d like to research connections to the family.

Any information you could contribute would be appreciated.

Please email Loren at elkfarm@wctc. net

AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY

Activities at the Library Saturday family program “Drive-in” movie, November 12 at 10 a.m. Children and their caregivers will create a car using a cardboard box and various art supplies. Then children can "drive" their cars to the big screen at the library and watch the classic "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving."

After school club Thursdays from September 1 through November 17, 3:30 p.m. Legos or maker projects open to school-age children. Need a ride from school?

Bring a note from home to take Bus 11 to the library. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Storytime Storytime is held on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Join Miss Riss for interactive stories, songs, and more. Stick around after storytime for engaging art, music, or other early learning activities.

Geared toward 2-5 year-olds and their caregivers.

1,000 books before kindergarten and Baby book bees These ongoing early literacy initiatives encourage families to establish a strong foundation of reading in young children. Visit the library to sign up for the program that is right for your child.

Teen advisory board Open to 12-18 year olds, the Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Friday of each month, 3:45 p.m.—5:00 p.m., to plan events, talk about books and more.

Book discussion groups The Inspirational Reading Book Club meets on the first Monday of the month at 10:30 a.m. The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at

1:30 p.m. to discuss general fiction and literature. The Great Seniors Book Club meets on the third Monday of the month at 10 a.m., at the Amery Area Community Center.

Tech help program Have questions about using your computer, tablet, or mobile device?

Need some help with Microsoft Word or Excel? The library offers tech help on Mondays and Wednesdays, 4 p.m.— 7 p.m. Help with basic computer skills is offered on Fridays, 10 a.m.—12 p.m.

Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale is held on the first Saturday of the month, 9 a.m.—2 p.m., and on the Thursday evening prior to the Saturday sale, 4 p.m.—7 p.m.

Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 p.m.

Meetings are open to all members and to the public. The Friends are seeking new board members. If interested, contact the Friends via email at amerylib@gmail.com.

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

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

Hours Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9 a.m.—7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.—6 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m.—2 p.m.

Polk-Burnett’s Operation Round-Up donates $10,450 to local programs CENTURIA – Polk-Burnett’s Operation Round-Up awarded $10,450 to 15 community organizations at its October 5, 2016, meeting. Funding for Operation Round-Up is donated by members of Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative who round their monthly electric bill up to the next even dollar amount. Grant recipients are selected quarterly by a committee of co-op members, with financial donations awarded to nonprofit organizations that improve our local quality of life. “Community support is a core value and one of our seven cooperative principles,” said General Manager Steve Stroshane.

Operation Round-Up grant recipients for fall 2016 are: 1. Northwoods Flyers, EAA Chapter 1537, $500 to support Young Eagles program and Gandy Dancer Air Show 2. Osceola Community Education, $750 to pay community education fees for students who need financial assistance 3. Family Resource Center of St. Croix Valley, $1,000 to support parent education, support groups and resources in Polk County 4. Interfaith Caregivers of Polk County, $1,000 to help seniors and adults with

Polk-Burnett’s Operation Round-up awarded a $1,000 grant to Endeavors Adult Development Center in Balsam Lake October 19. Endeavors provides employment and day programs for adults with disabilities. L-R: Operation Round-Up President Gary Ganje, Polk-Burnett Accounting Manager Heather Gerber, Endeavors Executive Director Kathleen Clark, Polk-Burnett General Manager Steve Stroshane and Polk-Burnett Accountant Susan Huerstel.

disabilities maintain independent living 5. WPCA Radio, $1,000 to purchase software and equipment to produce radio programs 6. River’s Run and Ride Rally, $250 to provide food for guests at Faith’s Lodge in Danbury 7. Burnett County Family Literacy,

$1,000 to purchase books for children and adults, and reading and math curriculum for adults 8. Indianhead, St. Croix Valley Chordsmen & Vallee de Croix Choruses, $500 to host 2017 Super Sing for local students 9. Clear Lake Area Community Center, $1,000 to improve safety and accessi-

bility of gym-auditorium 10. Endeavors Adult Development Center, $1,000 to help purchase Galaxy tablets for disabled adults 11. Osceola Public Library, $1,000 to create kits that expand knowledge in science, technology, reading, engineering, art and math 12. Falls Chamber of Commerce, $250 to design and print a shopping and walking map of St. Croix Falls-Taylors Falls 13. Siren HS Ice Fishing Team, $500 to help purchase portable ice shacks and fish finders 14. Girl Scouts Troop 52691, $400 to support Road to Independence car maintenance program for Unity HS students 15. Luck Community Education, $300 to help sponsor Prairie Fire Theatre for Luck students in grades 1-12 Nonprofit organizations interested in applying for a grant or co-op members who’d like to round their bill up in support of Operation Round-Up may contact 800-421-0283 or PolkBurnett.com. The next application deadline is December 1.

– from Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative

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SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS CLEAR LAKE SCHOOLS Thursday, Oct. 27— Elementary breakfast: Cereal and graham crackers, or pancakes with syrup.

Elementary lunch: Chicken fajita wrap or yogurt, cheese stick and muffin, carrots with dip, seasoned rice, black beans, pineapple chunks.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, muffin, “Gripz” graham crackers, sausage & cheese sandwich.

High school lunch: Chicken fajita wrap, ham & cheese wrap, chicken Caesar salad or PB&J “uncrustable,” rice, black beans, carrots/dip, pineapple, strawberries.

Friday, Oct. 28— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or cinnamon roll, scrambled eggs.

Elementary lunch: Breaded fish or chicken patty on a bun, green beans, ranch sweet potato fries, applesauce, slushie fruit cup.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, cereal bar, cinnamon roll, cheese omelet, Krave S’mores.

High school lunch: Breaded fish or chicken patty on a bun, green beans, ranch sweet potato fries, fruit juice, mandairn oranges.

Monday, Oct. 31— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or sausage pizza, Krave S’mores.

Elementary lunch: Cheese quesadilla or taco in a bag, fixings, refried beans, mandarin oranges, cookie.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, “Gripz” graham crackers, Pop Tart, cheese stick, sausage pizza, banana bread.

High school lunch: Deluxe nachos or quesadilla, fixings, refried beans, cookie, mandarin oranges, fruit juice.

Tuesday, Nov. 1— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or oatmeal, chocolate chip “UBR”.

Elementary lunch: Turkey & gravy with biscuit or PB&J “uncrustable,” mashed potatoes, steamed corn, slices apples.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, oatmeal, cream cheese bagel, Mini Cinni, muffin, yogurt.

High school lunch: Turkey & gravy with biscuit or peanut butter sandwich, mashed potatoes, steamed carrots, apples, sliced pears.

Wednesday, Nov. 2— Elementary breakfast: Cereal and “Gripz” chocolate chip graham crackers or ham & cheese bagel sandwich.

Elementary lunch: Chicken strips, seasoned rice, green beans, vegetables with dip, sliced peaches.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, muffin, cheese stick, bagel with jelly, Krave S’mores, ham & cheese sandwich.

High school lunch: Chicken nuggets or chicken teriyaki wrap, rice, green beans, vegetables/dip, mixed fruit, peaches.

AMERY SCHOOLS Thursday, Oct. 27— Lien Elementary lunch: Popcorn chicken, mashed potatoes & gravy, corn, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Popcorn chicken, mashed potatoes & gravy, corn, garden bar, fruit choices.

High school lunch: Popcorn chicken w/roll, mashed potatoes & gravy, corn, garden bar, fruit choices.

Friday, Oct. 28— Lien Elementary lunch: Grilled cheese, tomato soup, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Grilled cheese or cold cut sub, tomato soup, garden bar, fruit choices.

High school lunch: Grilled cheese or cold cut sub, tomato soup, garden bar, fruit choices.

Monday, Oct. 31— Lien Elementary lunch: Corn dog, sweet potato fries, garden bar, fruit choices, Halloween cookie.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Corn dog or steakhouse hoagie, sweet potato fries, garden bar, fruit choices, Halloween cookie.

High school lunch: Corn dog or steakhouse hoagie, sweet potato fries, garden bar, fruit choices, Halloween cookie.

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Meet the Pets at Arnell Memorial Humane Society September is a soft, short hair female with a Black and White coat and green eyes. She is just

under one year old, agreeable to all attention, quiet and active. September loves to play with toys of a feather, string or catnip.

She quietly takes in the room and adds her two cents. She endures the antics of tiny kittens climbing on her and attacking from every corner, with bemusement and a few of her own maneuvers.

September came to the shelter as a stray in August from the Village of Clayton. She has been spayed, feline leukemia tested, wormed and vaccinated. She is ready to add her two cents to a new household.

Gorgeous, friendly, healthy cats and kittens are waiting to meet you from the adoptable cat room. Rachel and Lou Lou are Diluted Torties.

Rachel has short hair and Lou Lou has a soft, medium hair coat and extra toes. They are both

young girls, approximately one year old.

Magic and Claire are a pair. They are strays from different locations in the county but they have struck up a friendship that brings out the best in both of them.

Magic and Claire are best friends; they love to play and hang out. They are delightful to watch as they flirt and play hard to get. Ahhh, young love.

Midge has a lovely classic Calico coat. She is dainty and easy to get along with. Brando is a husky Black Neutered Male with a tiny white locket of fur at his throat.

He looks like a Black Panther, very sure of himself and comfortable with being a big softy.

And yes it continues to be Kitten Season. At eight weeks of age, kittens Julia (Torbie), Roxanne and Lindy (Calicos), Camille and Matilda (Mitted Tabbies), Buster (Brown Tabby) and Monty (Orange Tabby), are all ready to spring into action in a new home.

The males have been neutered and the females are adoptable with a spay deposit that is used for that surgery before they are six months old. Nothing beats the fun of a kitten. They can find and get into the tiniest nooks and crannies, entertain us for hours and work their magic on our hearts.

It was a successful

adoption week. Cats Cuddles, Roger, Chet, Rigby and Sinatra found homes.

Dogs Kiefer and Clark also made the transition.

Our seven year old Lab mix, Mona continues to meet possible adopters.

She is sure to meet just the right person, looking for an active, older dog who gets along with other dogs. Mona would make an excellent companion for another older dog. She plays well and sleeps all curled up on a bed with her friends.

Walker is an extra-large Black Lab-Anatolian Shepherd mix. He is protective of his home and would be sure to keep cats out of your yard.

On the other end of the spectrum is Teddy. He is a seven pound Chihuahua-Pomeranian mix. He is four years old and enjoys the company of cats.

He wants to be in your lap and everywhere you are.

Teddy will need some redirection assistance in the potty department. He was trained to use potty pads and sometimes forgets that not all soft surfaces are equal. He is good about doing his business outside and with diligent attention should be able to master this skill.

Visit all of our adoptable pets at the shelter or online: 715 268-7387 or ARNELLHUMANE. ORG. Arnell Memorial Humane Society, Amery

POLK COUNTY SENIOR DINING MEAL SITES Everyone age 60 plus is invited for lunch. Meals are served Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

Check your site for specific serving time. Suggested donation is $4 per meal. Please call the meal site 24 hours in advance for a reservation.

Amery 715-268-6818.

Centuria 715-540-2022.

Frederic 715-327-8623.

Luck 715-472-8300.

Sites closed on Wednesday.

Thursday, Oct. 27— Creamy turkey noodle hotdish, squash, garden peas, WW bread, pudding.

Friday, Oct. 28— Baked cod, cheesy potatoes, California blend vegetables, cornbread, brownie.

Monday, Oct. 31— Cedric’s hotdish, white rice, green beans, WW bread, frosted cake.

Tuesday, Nov. 1— Swedish meatballs, mashed potatoes, steamed cabbage, bread or dinner rolol, tropical fruit mix.

Tootsie Roll Funds Knights of Columbus presented proceeds from their annual Tootsie Roll fundraiser to (left) Kathy Clark of Polk County Adult Development (Endeavors), and (right) Dawn Larson of Birth to 3 Early Intervention.

Each organization received a check for $273.24.

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Webster Wins 2016 Tri-County Soil Judging Contest The 2016 Tri-County Soil Judging Contest was won this year by a team of four students from Webster High School: Brett Johnson, Maggie Wright, Sunny Cone and Synclare Stubbe.

This year’s contest, hosted by Polk County, was held on Thursday, October 13th at the beautiful Lake Wapogasset Bible Camp in Amery. The annual event rotates between Polk, Burnett, and Washburn Counties and is supported by the Polk County Land and Water Resources Department and the Burnett and Washburn County Land and Water Conservation Departments, with support from the Natural Resources Conservation Service.

The event was attended by 89 students representing eight schools, Clear Lake, Luck, Frederic, Unity, Webster, Siren, Shell Lake and Spooner. The students compete as teams and as individuals. Each school is allowed up to two teams of four contestants each. The participants examined the soil and surrounding land.

They then defined texture, structure, drainage and production capabilities and land uses of several different soils. All the students did well and the weather was very cooperative with perfect fall temperatures and lots of sunshine.

After judging the pits, the students headed back to the Bible Camp for lunch and the awards presentation.

Lunch was provided through generous support from Unity FFA and Alumni, Polk County Agriculture Ed-

ucators, and Larsen Family Meats. A special thanks to Lakecrest Farms for hosting the event and to Gille Trucking and Excavating for digging the soil pits.

Team winners were: 1st Place: Webster with 882 points: Brett Johnson, Maggie Wright, Sunny Cone and Synclare Stubbe 2nd Place: Siren #1 with 840 points: Mollie Kozak, Kayla Eideh, Abby Good, John Doric 3rd Place: Siren #2 with 785 points: Kaylin Ritchey, Tyler Anton, Cassie Wentland, Max Lindquist Individual winners were: 1st Place: Sunny Cone, Webster with 317 points 2nd Place: Mollie Kozak, Siren #1 with 291 points 3rd Place: TIE: Bailey Mangen, Siren #2 with 287 points 3rd Place: TIE: Brett Johnson, Webster with 287 points 4th Place: John Doric, Siren #1 with 286 points 5th Place: Max Lindquist, Siren #2 with 284 points 6th Place: Synclare Stubbe, Webster with 278 points 7th Place: Maggie Wright, Webster with 277 points

1st Place: Webster, 882 points, (L-R) Brett Johnson, Maggie Wright, Sunny Cone, Synclare Stubbe

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AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION Community Ed catalogs can be found at all 4 schools, the public library, and many other locations in the Amery area. View all classes and offerings under the Community Ed link on the Amery School website www.amerysd. k12.wi.us Pre-register for all classes and events by mail, in person, online (www.amerysd.k12.wi.us) or by phone. For more information call 715-268-9771 x220 or email commed@amerysd.k12.wi.us.

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4K/K Music FUNdamentals prepares 4K and K students for piano lessons by teaching basic music skills in a small group setting. Through singing, rhythm and movement games, the students experience steady beat, melody, phrasing, coordination and listening skills. Thursdays, Nov 3, 17, Dec 1, 15 & 22 from 4-4:40 p in the elementary school. Fee $74, pre-register with Comm Ed. GIMP: The FREE Photoshop Alternative: make better, more professional images regardless of which software programs you are using. Learn essential imaging do's and don'ts, how to properly save, and “hacks” that will take your images from so-so to PRO in no time. Nov 7 & 9 from 5:30-8 p. Fee $30 or Sr Fee (62+ as of Aug 17) $17.25.

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Women's Health: Detoxify Your Body & Home: It is possible that 'normal' things in your home (or office) are making you and your family sick. Toxins can build up in our bodies and cause symptoms such as fatigue, skin irritations, allergy-like responses, digestive problems, even aches and pains. Learn how to discover hidden triggers that

are present in nearly every home. Nov 7 from 6-7 p. Fee $19, pre-register with Comm Ed. Social Security Basics: Gain a basic understanding of social security and how it fits into your retirement. Explore the ins and outs of claiming Social Security benefits and the best way to maximize your benefits. Nov 7 from 7-8 p. Fee $9, pre-register with Comm Ed Rumble Jumble Open Gym for toddlers and preschoolers to run, burn energy, and have fun. Bring them to the Intermediate School on Tuesday mornings for 45 minutes of “tire-them-out” fun! Balls, scooters, mats, and other fun gym equipment will be available. Parents/Guardians are expected to stay in the gym with the children and are encouraged to play as well. Nov 1 through Mar 28 from 11 -11:45 a when school is in session. Just show up!

Pickleball - Open Gym in the high school on Wednesday nights to play the fastest growing recreational sport in the nation. This mini-tennis game is a combination of ping-pong, tennis, racquetball and badminton played with wood, composite and graphite paddles and unique plastic balls. Easy to learn & good exercise. Wednesdays, Nov through March from 5:45-8 p all nights EXCEPT Nov 16, Dec 14 & Jan 25 to begin at 6:30 p. Just show up!

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2016 Polk County 4-H Awards Program The 2016 Polk County 4-H Awards Program was held October 23, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. in the Amery High School Auditorium. It is at this time of year that we stop and reflect upon the accomplishments of the previous year. Polk County has an outstanding 4-H program, and one that members and leaders should be very proud of.

Many people were recognized in all aspects of 4-H participation.

National 4-H Week was October 2-8.

Clubs participating Chuck Prissel were: Blue Ribbon Winners: Beaver 4-H Youth Brook Badgers, Development Agent Bone Lake Beavers, Cushing, Deronda Diplomats, Eagle View, Forest view, Indian Creek, Joel Jets, Jolly Milltown, Knotty Pine, Little Butternut, Lucky Horseshoe, Northern Lights, Pleasant Lake, Shooting Stars, South Milltown, and West Sweden.

Club Activity Awards were given to club demonstrating Community Pride and Care in many areas. Club receiving certificates included: Beaver Brook Badgers – Citizenship, Community Service, Dairy Promotion, Environment, Inter-Generational, and Recreational Programs; Bone Lake Beavers – Community Service, Dairy Promotion, Health, and Intergenerational; Cushing – Community Service, Environment and Health; Deronda Diplomats – Citizenship, Community Service, Dairy Promotion, Environment, Intergenerational, and Recreational Programs; Eagle View – Beautification, Community Service, Intergenerational, and Recycling; Forest View – Community Service, Dairy Promotion, Differently Abled, Historical Sign Maintenance, Inter-Generational, Recreational Programs, and Recycling; Joel Jets – Beautification, Community Service, Dairy Promotion, Historical Sign Maintenance, and Recreational Programs; Little Butternut – Dairy Promotion, Environment, Intergenerational, Recreational Programs & Recycling; Little Falls Livewires – Community Service, Dairy Promotion, Inter-Generational, and Recreational Programs; Lucky Horseshoe – Beautification, Dairy Promotion, and Intergenerational; McKinley Vikings – Beautification, Community Service, Recreational Programs & Recycling; Northern Lights – Community Service, Consumer Education, Health, and Recreational Programs; Pleasant Lake – 4-H Promotion, Beautification, Conservation, Community Service, Environment, Inter-Generational, and Recreational Programs; Shooting Stars – Beautification and Conservation Polk County Fair Club Herdsmanship Awards were presented to the following clubs: Small Club Cattle – Lucky Horseshoe; Large Club Cattle – Bone Lake Beavers; Swine – Forest View;

Sheep – Cushing; Goat – Deronda Diplomats; and Horse – Forest View.

The 2016 James W. Crowley County Dairy Leadership Award is recognizes youth who have excelled in their past year’s dairy project. This year’s recipients were: Jillian Jensen, Lucky Horseshoe 4-H Club; and Meikah Dado, Beaver Brook Badgers.

Twenty-four Ambassadors were recognized. They included: Lexi Anderson, South Milltown; Emma Denotter, Joel Jets; Claire Eckert, Joel Jets; Andrew Hakel, Little Falls Livewires; Lilly Hakel, Little Falls Livewires; Jasimine Hase, Joel Jets; Wyatt Hase, Joel Jets; Jack Ince, Deronda Diplomats; Katelyn Juvrud, Little Falls Livewires; Anna Larsen, Green Acres; Victoria Long, Little Falls Livewires; Christopher Lorsung, Little Falls Livewires; Joseph Novak, Little Falls Livewires; Julia Novak, Little Falls Livewires; Maria Novak, Little Falls Livewires; Jordan Sandberg, Little Falls Livewires; Laura Sandberg, Little Falls Livewires; Harvey Tallent, Little Falls Livewires; Lydia Tallent, Little Falls Livewires; Ruby Tallent, Little Falls Livewires; Danny Wahlstrom, Pleasant Lake; Grant Wallace, Northern Lights; Sidney Wirth, Joel Jets; and Paige Wuellner, Northern Lights.

Youth Leadership Awards were presented to youth in many categories.

They included: Aerosapce - Walter Lenk, Shooting Stars; Community Service – Anneka Cress, Shooting Stars; Alyson Frey, Northern Lights; Cole Garvey, Shooting Stars; Jack Ince, Deronda Diplomats; and Zachary Rau, Shooting Stars; Cultural Heritage – Alyson Frey, Northern Lights; Dairy – Meikah Dado, Beaver Brook Badgers; and Chelsey Jensen, Deronda Diplomats; Dog – Chelsey Jensen, Deronda Diplomats; Exploring/Cloverbuds – Sarah Carlson, Pleasant Lake; and Lilly Johnson, Bone Lake Beavers; Horse – Daedyn Pearce, Deronda Diplomats; Jordan Sandberg, Little Falls Livewires; and Laura Sandberg, Little Falls Livewires; Inter-Generational – Kelly Catlin, Lucky Horseshoe; Llamas – Lexa Corrigan, Deronda Diplomats; Poultry – Sean Ritterpusch, Deronda Diplomats; Recreation – Kendra Bramsen, Shooting Stars; Anneka Cress, Shooting Stars; Asher Cress, Shooting Stars; Destiny DiCosimo, Deronda Diplomats; Elexis DiCosimo, Deronda Diplomats; Julia Novak, Little Falls Livewires; and Maria Novak, Little Falls Livewires; Sheep – Nicole Dittbrenner, McKinley Vikings; Shooting Sports – Josie Carlson, Pleasant Lake; and Swine – Linnaea Wallis, Pleasant Lake.

The prestigious Key Award, one of the highest honors a 4-H member can receive, honors a select group of 4-H participants annually. The youth receiving this award are ones who have demonstrated consistent growth in 4-H

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Recognized for 40 years of adult leadership and receiving a diamond pin and certificate was: Linda Owens, Indian Creek.

Twenty year leaders are also recognized with a 20-year plaque in appreciation of 20 years of valuable service to the 4-H program. This year’s recipients were: Connie Christenson, Deronda Diplomats; David Christenson, Deronda Diplomats; Kevin Christenson, Deronda Diplomats; Jerry Larsen, Green Acres; and Jeanne Alling, South Milltown.

The “I Dare You” Leadership Award is presented to individuals in recognition of personal integrity, balanced living, and motivation for leadership. 2016 “I Dare You” Leadership recipients were: Henry Kline, Shooting Stars; and Claire Scharfenberg, Northern Lights.

Graduates of the 2016 4-H year each received a framed certificate and an alumni pin. Graduating members included: Rylee Black, Eagle View; Kelly Catlin, Lucky Horseshoe; Trent Dado, Beaver Brook Badgers; Shallena Davison, Balsam Evergreens; Bailey Ebert, Green Acres; Claire Eckert, Joel Jets; Cole Garvey, Shooting Stars; Jack Ince, Deronda Diplomats; Chelsey Jensen, Deronda Diplomats; Amy Johnson, Little Falls Livewires; Walter Lenk, Shooting Stars; Emma Shooting Stars; Joseph Novak, Little Falls Livewires; and Harvey Tallent, Little Falls Livewires.

2016 Polk County 4-H Scholarship Recipients were: Casey Catlin, Lucky Horseshoe; Bethany Dado, Beaver Brook Badgers; Trent Dado, Beaver Brook Badgers; Cole Garvey, Shooting Stars; Jack Ince, Deronda Diplomats; Chelsey Jensen, Deronda Diplomats; Mitchell Johnston, Shooting Stars; Reese Johnston, Shooting Stars; Walter Lenk, Shooting Stars; Emma Moore, Shooting Stars; and Joseph Novak, Little Falls Livewires.

The John W. Kjar Scholarship is presented to a boy and a girl from the Unity School District. This year’s recipients are: Emma Moore, Shooting Stars; and Walter Lenk, Shooting Stars.

The Meritorious Service to 4-H Award goes to individual adults who have gone the “second mile” in providing time, talent, leadership, or funds to expand and promote projects and activities in the 4-H program in Polk County.

2016 Meritorious Service to 4-H Award plaques went to: Gwen Dado, Amery; and Chad & Stacey Lutsey, Amery.

The Polk County “Friend of 4-H Award” goes to businesses or organizations who have gone the “second mile” in providing time, talent, leadership, or funds to expand and promote projects and activities in the 4-H program in Polk County can be recognized with this “Friend of 4-H Award. 2016 “Friend of 4-H” recipients are: Friends of the

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involvement, developed and applied their leadership skills, and actively participated in the functions of their club and their community. 2016 Key Award winners were: Emma Moore, Shooting Stars; Maria Novak, Little Falls Livewires, Zach Rau, Shooting Stars; and Linnaea Wallis, Pleasant Lake.

Adult leaders were recognized for their years of valuable service and each received a pin and certificate sponsored in part by the Polk-Burnett Bankers Association.

Recognized for five years of adult leadership and receiving 5-year silver pins and certificates were: Terri McKinney, Bone Lake Beavers; Denise Nelson, Bone Lake Beavers; Sadie Simonsen, Bone Lake Beavers; Jodi Bergstrom, Bronco Busters; Bobbi Fjorden, Bronco Busters; Jessica Parks, Cushing; Andrew Christenson, Deronda Diplomats; Lindy Kjeseth, Deronda Diplomats; Tamara Belisle, Forest View; Amy Lee, Forest View; Charles Hase, Joel Jets; Casey Keller, Knotty Pine; Margo Rosen, Knotty Pine; Pamela James, Little Butternut; Richard James, Little Butternut; Brian Juvrud, Little Falls Livewires; Kyle Denver, McKinley Vikings; Kim Murphy, Northern Lights; Teresa Halstrom, Pleasant Lake; and Jennifer Johnson, West Sweden.

Recognized for ten years of adult leadership and receiving 10-year gold pins and certificates were: Debbie Krueger, Beaver Brook Badgers; Brent Elwood, Eagle View; Dawn Elwood, Eagle View; Billie Larson/DeRosier, Forest View; Bruce Palmsteen, Forest View; Kim Palmsteen, Forest View; Lisa Erickson, Little Falls Livewires; Sylvan Erickson, Little Falls Livewires; Matthew Babcock, Shooting Stars; and Paul Knauber, West Sweden.

Recognized for 15 years of adult leadership and receiving 15-year pearl pins and certificates were: Chad Lusey, Beaver Brook Badgers; Stacey Lutsey, Beaver Brook Badgers; Shelly Swanson, Scenic View; and Carolyn Peterson, Shooting Stars.

Recognized for 20 years of adult leadership and receiving 20-year diamond pins and certificates were: Connie Christenson, Deronda Diplomats; David Christenson, Deronda Diplomats; Kevin Christenson, Deronda Diplomats; Jerry Larsen, Green Acres; and Jeanne Alling, South Milltown.

Recognized for 25 years of adult leadership and receiving 25-year emerald pins and certificates were: Sandy Wood, Beaver Brook Badgers; and Steven Owens, Indian Creek.

Recognized for 30 years of adult leadership and receiving 30-year ruby pins and certificates were: Gretchen Johnson, Forest View; and Thomas Bainbridge, Jolly Milltown.

Recognized for 35 years of adult leadership and receiving sapphire pins and certificates were: Rebecca Larson,

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The Mark Peters Memorial Award is presented each year to the Champion Junior Beef Showman of the Polk County Fair. This year’s recipient was: Morgan Monchilovich, McKinley Vikings.

Cloverbuds were recognized with certificates for their participation in the 2016 4-H year. Cloverbuds included: Balsam Evergreens – Austin Borresen, Timothy Wilson, Jr.; Beaver Brook Badgers – Harlon Stone and Anna WIlliamson; Bone Lake Beavers – Marlie Aaron, Eloise Crowe, Blake Johnson, Amelia Kelch, Cassiella King, Grace Mattson, Hannah Scherff, and Evan Wiltse; Bronco Busters – Hope Neuman, and Naomi Neuman; Cushing –Tessa Becker, Jacob Binversie, Morgan Boettcher, Boe Carlson, Julianna Johnson, Bailey Loberg, Xavier Nadeau, Drake Petersen, Daxter Schultz, and Andrew Swenson; Deronda Diplomats – Amelia Koeppen and Tyler Rasmussen; Forest View –Maryalyce Batchelor, Julia Bottolfsen, Tanea Campeau, Owen Cherney, Ruby Demulling, Sylvia Demulling, Wyatt DeRosier, Isabel Ellefson, Agnes Haase, Aubrey Haase, Elinor Hagen, Michael Ilac, Lucy Measner, Liam Moe, Reecelyn Rada, Hunter Rondeau, Gavin Schmidt, Marlee Stanek, Ana Ulrich, Lauren Ulrich, Archer Utke, and Charlotte Weinmann; Green Acres – Weston Meyer and Luna Peterson; Indian Creek – Addison Blechinger; Joel Jets – Chessa Bentz, Brody Curtis, Cooper Flanigan, Brady Kobernick, Alaina Johnson Markham, Lance Pickard, Caleb Scherff, Mason Scherff, and Arianna Winger.

Jolly Milltown – Jordyn Hansen, Aiden Johnson, Haze Larson, Ava Muller, Aidan Nagel and Alec Nagel; Knotty Pine – Andy Buhr, Seth Cain, Jack Petersen, Natalie Petersen, Lilly Thorsheim, and Emma Zauft; Little Butternut – Chloe Bengston, Landon Carlson, Andrew Frendt, Maddelin Gardner, Devin Jones, Micah Nwachukwu, and Nevaeh Nwachukwu; Little Falls Livewires – Peter Novak and Connor Sandberg; Lucky Horseshoe – Bradyn Gehrman and Katelyn Roessler; McKinley Vikings – Keira Anderson, Grayson Hendricks Baxter and Mitchell Monchilovich; Northern Lights – Madi

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2016 Record Book Award winners included: Beaver Brook Badgers – Andrew Carlson, Grace Carlson, Dylan Clausen, Hailey Clausen, Sophia Egge, Brandyl Harlander, Claire Harlander, Madison Hollister, Joseph Kelling, Samuel Kelling, Timmy Kelling, Carter Nielsen, Chloe Olson, Kylee Olson, Emily Oman, Kelsey Oman, Tommy Oman, Parys Ouellette, Mariah Waalen, Seth Waalen, Kruse Yuhas and Siri Yuhas; Bone Lake Beavers – Ann Boland, Mike Boland, Maggie Brown, Tiffany Brown, Mckenzie Christian, Alexis Greener, Alayna Johnson, Lilly Johnson, Mikayla Johnson, Greta Johnson, Gabriel King, Jessica Mattson, Tristen Simonsen, Brett Strenke, Andrew Swanson, and JoeAnne Swanson; Cushing – Sommer Asper, Natalie Fisk, Katelyn Gallatin, Macy Johnson, Hailey Lundgren, Kasey Maypark, Annabel McManus, Emily McManus, Amber Mevissen, Amy Mevissen, Madison Oachs, Maria Oachs, and Lydia Petersen; Deronda Diplomats –Grace Belz, Lana Belz, Thomas Christenson, Destiny DiCosimo, Elexis DiCosimo, McKenna Hanson, Jack Ince, Chelsey Jensen, Olivia Koeppen, Rayna Lee, Tianna Lochner, Allyson Peterson, Sean Ritterpusch, and Caitlin Ritterpusch; Eagle View – Rylee Black, Sam Black, Victoria Collins, Katherine Elwood, Tyler Gustafson, Erika Heiden, Deidra Meyer, Dale Tritt, and Roxanne Tritt; Forest View – Eva Cherney, Jordan DeRosier, Paige Dvorak, Lauren Ellefson, Marie Haase, Tanner Johnson, Ryan Knudtson, Brianna Lee, Garrett Lee, Joseph Lehman, Raeann Lehman, Rachel Nelson, Ben Neumann, Gabbie Neumann, Hayley Palmsteen, Emily Robinson, Autumn Timm, Ava Ulrich, Rachel Ulrich, Justin Vorndran and Renee Vorndran; Indian Creek – Leigha Priske-Olson; Joel Jets – Blake Curtis, Braden Cur-

tis, Emma Denotter, Claire Eckert, Jasimine Hase, Wyatt Hase, and Christine Pickard; Jolly Milltown – Anna Christensen, Katie Christensen, and Marissa Smith; Knotty Pine – Evan Cain, William Fitzer, and Kelli Niles; Little Butternut – Autumn Hermansen, Haley Hermansen, and Julianna Thompson; Little Falls Livewires –Arthur Long, Victoria Long, Christopher Lorsung, Claire Novak, Joseph Novak, Julia Novak, Maria Novak, Michael Novak, Jordan Sandberg, and Laura Sandberg, Mary Sandberg, Harvey Tallent, and Lydia Tallent; Lucky Horseshoe –Kelly Catlin, Brooke Hadac, Jillian Jensen, Tristen Mortel, and Emily Roessler; McKinley Vikings – Trent Albee, Audrie Amos, Neil Anderson, Nicole Dittbrenner, Britta Hibbs, Merlin Hibbs, Sophia Hendricks-Loehr, Preston Larson, Madeline Monchilovich, Milan Monchilovich, Morgan Monchilovich, Sara Sellent, and Sarah Whyte; Northern Lights – Josh Davidsavor, Alyson Frey, Morgan Gjovig, Sam Glenna, Kacy Johnson, Anna Klein, Ashley Peltier, Shelby Peltier, and Claire Scharfenberg, Sienna Shoop, Grant Wallace, and Paige Wuellner; Pleasant Lake – Sarah Carlson, Lauren Hefty, Sarah Hefty, Missy Jones, Amber Newman, Thomas Newman, Jack Ryan, Natalie Ryan, Danny Wahlstrom, Lance Wallis, and Linnaea Wallis; Shooting Stars – Adelle Babcock, Jenna Babcock, Maggie Conlan, Anneka Cress, Asher Cress, Moriah Cress, Carly Eibs, Blake Frokjer, Lauren Frokjer, Nick Frokjer, Cole Garvey, Nate Garvey, Daniel Hasselquist, Gunner Hasselquist, Tia Jensen, RaeAnna Johnston, Sam Lenk, Walter Lenk, Zenia Moore, Isaac Rau, and Zachary Rau. 2016 Polk County Fair Sign Contest Winners included: 1st Place –Forest View; 2nd Place: Shooting Stars; People’s Choice Award – Deronda Diplomats; and all other winners included: Bone Lake Beavers, Cushing, Deronda Diplomats, Green Acres, Indian Creek, Jolly Milltown, Knotty Pine, Little Butternut, Little Falls Livewires, Lucky Horseshoe, McKinley Vikings, Northern Lights, Pleasant Lake, and West Sweden.

Congratulations to everyone on a job well done.

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Clinging and Freeing The crunch of leaves: I really liked them on the trees.

My grown up kids: they were so cute when they were small.

Computer with its online capabilities: a letter in the mail, a visit trumps them all.

The nip of frost that prompts the leaves turn bright, the wispy morning fog that hails a warmer day, the forecast that reminds us autumn comes; its time to put the summer gear and garb away.

Reminders that I cannot cling perpetually, to yesterday and still see the horizons new.

Salute today, and live in it as it unfolds.

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Betty Anderson, Falun Dave & Amy Anderson, Osceola Patricia Anderson, Amery Steve Arduser, Balsam Lake Al Arndt, Milltown John Bailey, Grantsburg Cheryl Beardslee, Osceola Sherri Bebault, Osceola Nancy Beduhn, Frederic Merle Bergren, Amery Peter & Sheila Berklund, Luck Mary Berthold-Johnson, St. Croix Falls Jon Bjork, St. Croix Falls Gary Bohn, Grantsburg Maureen Borowy, St. Croix Falls Linda Bowitz, Osceola Mark & Barbra Boyken, St. Croix Falls Wanda Brown, St. Croix Falls Shirley Burgess, Webster Kim Butler, Balsam Lake Chrissy Carlson, Frederic Marvin & Beverly Caspersen, St. Croix Falls Selma & James Christiansen, Luck John & Bonnie Clasen, Siren Loreen Clayton-Morrell, St. Croix Falls Orlo and Joanne Coleman, Balsam Lake Amanda Cook, Grantsburg Richard & Audrey Costarisan, Siren Mary Curran & Dan Winterhalter, Cushing Janette Cysewski, Amery Pamela Davies, Grantsburg Lisa Doerr, Cushing Jerry Dorff, Grantsburg Mary Drinkwine, Osceola Bob Dueholm, Luck Al & Sue Duerkop, Centuria Sarah Eck, Osceola Kay Erickson, Amery Jim & Shirley Evrard, Grantsburg Meg Farrington & Ray Standke, Star Prairie Dennis & Ann Fawver, Luck Phil Foster, Milltown Allan Foxwell, Amery Beth Friedrichsen, Osceola Josh Grimmett & Kristi Mickus, Somerset Sherm Gronlund, Amery Judy Grumstrup, Luck JoAnn Hallquist, Amery Carl B. Hansen, Luck James Hendrickson, Dresser Janice Hoehne & Tom Horst, Frederic Smokey Jensen, Milltown Margaret Johansen, Luck Brenda Johnson, Frederic Carol Johnson Deer Park Eugene Johnson, Amery Gary & Karen Johnson, Cushing Mike Johnson, Clear Lake Shirley Johnson, Osceola

Martha Kaempffer, Luck Kathy Kienholz, Milltown Dodd & Nancy Knutsen, Dresser Gene & Mary Krull, St. Croix Falls Paul Kuhlmann, St. Croix Falls Christine Le Page, Grantsburg Vicky Lehman, Luck Ron & Iva Lipke, Webster Joann Longtin, Osceola Keith Luehman, Amery Terra Lumley, Luck Paul & Bernadine Marek, Luck Jesse Mattocks, Balsam Lake Carol Mattson, Lewis Peg Medcraft, Osceola Robin Maerklein, Town of Balsam Lake Pat Messicci, Clayton Jim and Linda Miles, Luck Pat and Ken Mitchell, Saint Croix Falls Dean Montour, Siren David & Roxanne Moore, Balsam Lake Jean Mueller, St. Croix Falls Marilynn Nehring, Centuria John Persico, Frederic Paul & Maggie Petersen, Luck Ronnie & Beth Petersen, Luck Bryan & Sue Peterson, Balsam Lake Debbie Petzel, Centuria Rita Platt & John Wolfe, St. Croix Falls JoAnn & Lee Pomerlau, Milltown Pete and Dorrie Raye, Luck Nan Riegel, Amery Leif Ringstad Sr., Clayton Dave & Carol Rosendahl, Centuria Mike Rozumalski, Luck Jean Barnhill Rudick, Amery Mike Rust & Kim Hrbek, Turtle Lake John Ryan, Frederic Nico SanFilippo, Luck Steve Schanback, Osceola Char Schwartztrauber, Eureka Angelika & Jon Shafer, Webster Eugene & Joann Sollman, Clear Lake Dave & Mary Smith, Osceola Paul & Janet Smith, Osceola Annette Starkite, Webster Kurt & Barb Stonesifer, Luck Gary Surbaugh, Frederic Bruce & Mary Swenson, Osceola Pat & Mary Swerkstrom, Osceola Bruce Thorstad, Dresser Bonnie Urfer, Luck Jerry Viebrock, Osceola Melanie Weberg, Star Prairie Carolyn Wedin, Frederic Barb Wetzel, Osceola Amanda and Karl Wicklund, Amery Jerry Williamson, Balsam Lake Lou & Kathleen Williamson, Amery

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AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER What better way to celebrate fall and get some of your holiday shopping done than attend our Festi-Fall Vendor & Bake Sale Fundraising Event.

The sale goes from 9am2pm and will include a large assortment of baked goods as well as new and hand-crafted items to choose from. We will also offer a Silent Auction as well as sweet rolls and lunch. We look forward to seeing you there.

Purchase raffle tickets and be entered to win a beautiful hand-made Christmas quilt donated by our own Sandy Anderson. You may also win a TV as well as a year membership to our Fitness Center. Tickets can be purchased at the Amery Area Community Center for $5 for a book

of 6 tickets. The drawing will take place on December 8th at 12pm. You do not need to be present to win.

“Aging in Your Own Home”- Join us for a free presentation on November 10th at 1pm to hear options and services available to help you remain in your own home for as long as possible.

Comfort Keepers can work with you and your family to form a personal plan of care that works for you and your budget.

This seminar is free and open to the public.

Starting on Thursday November 17th the Amery Area Community Center will host a Memory Café. This café will take place every 3rd Thursday from 1pm-2:30pm. A Memory Café is a local gathering

for people with memory concerns and their care partners. They can relax and have fun in a safe, supportive place. Attendance is free and coffee and treats will be available.

On Friday, October 28th from 9am-1pm you can kick off your holiday gift shopping here at the Usborne Books Fundraiser. A portion of each book sale will be given to the Amery Area Community Center.

We are once again offering an incentive for members to pay their dues early. Anyone who pays their dues before December 31st will be entered into a drawing for a 40” flat screen LED 1080p TV! The earlier you pay, the more chances you have to win.

Tuesday pool winners

were Jim Webb in first, Carl Johnson took second, Milt Johnson placed third, and Wendell Anderson went home with the consolation prize.

Thursday pool winners were Gary Snelling in first, Jerry Fisher in second, Tom Marson placed third, and Paul Seidel won fourth place.

Wii Bowling winners were Carl Johnson in first, Milt Johnson placed second and Paul Seidel came in third.

Wednesday Bridge winners were Lou Molner in first, Joyce Egan in second, and Jim Eagan in third.

Congratulations to all!

Have a safe and wonderful week…..Susan Shachtman, Assistant Director

Woman’s Club meets The Amery Woman’s Club held its October dinner meeting at the Farm Table. After a delicious meal, Amery Fire Chief Dale Koehler spoke to the group. His informational presentation included sources of funding, smoke detectors, and fire extinguishers. He fielded numerous questions from members. Left to right are Vice-President Joyce Schaefer, Chief Koehler, and President Nell Anderson.

SELF HELP GROUPS Advance Directive Workshop. Who would make your healthcare decisions in the event you are unable to? How would this person know what decisions you would want made? Learn more about Advance Directives and how to complete them. Free Advance Directive Workshop will be held the first Wednesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. Wisconsin and Minnesota Advance Directives will be available. Call St. Croix Regional Medical Education Services at 715-483-0431 or 800642-1336 ext. 2431 to register.

Alanon/Alateen (for family and friends of alcoholics) meets Thursday nights 7-8 p.m. at First Lutheran church, Amery. 715-268-8362.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday 7 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m., 7 p.m., Thursday 7 p.m., Friday 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m., Sunday 7 p.m. at Amery Community Center, 608 Harriman Ave. S. 715-781-4380 Jason.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Tuesdays 7 p.m. at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Room 123. Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets Thursdays 10 a.m. at Parkview Methodist church, Turtle Lake. Contact Mike 715-986-2457.

Alzheimer’s Support Group. First Wednesday of the month 10 a.m. at Amery Senior Center. Last Tuesday of month 1 p.m. at Good Sam Nursing Home. Sharlene Bellefaille 715-635-6601.

Baby & Me. Weekly play and discussion hour for parents and their infants (birth to 12 months). Wednesdays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Amery Regional Medical Center, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time. No charge.

Breast Feeding Support Group. All nursing mothers and babies are invited to participate. Group meets the second Thursday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month from 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant will facilitate the group. Call 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431. No charge.

C.H.A.D.D. (Children with Attention Deficit Disorder). Parent support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at Firstar Bank board room, Cumberland, 7 p.m. For info. call Pat Skinner at 715-822-8422 and leave message.

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

Caregiver Support Group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser. Contact Barb at ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372 for more information.

Compassionate Friends, Tri- County Chapter meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. First Lutheran church, Clear Lake. This group offers support and understanding to families who are grieving the death of a child of any age, from any cause. For more information call 715-263-2739 Domestic Violence (DV) and Sexual Assault (SA) Support Groups and Services. Polk County - domestic violence (DV), sexual assault (SA) and the children’s group are every Monday (DV) and Tuesday (SA) beginning at 6 p.m. Call CRA to find out more info and for the location. Burnett County call CRA for info (the day and time will be changing). For more information call CRA 715-825-4414 or the 24 hour crisis line 1-800-261-7233.

All groups and services are free of charge.

Early Stage Alzheimer Support Group. For the diagnosed person and their caregiver. Challenges in early-stage dementia will be discussed, along with therapeutic benefits of family involvement. Sponsored in part by the Amnerican Alzheimer’s Association. Meetings are free of charge and open to the public, held at the Amery Centennial Hall the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Call 715-268-6605 to register.

Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin. Call 1-800-924-2105.

Family Child Care Professonals Network. Meets the third Thursday of each month. Contact Beth Neely at 715-483-1482 for more information. All family child care providers are welcome.

Farm Crisis. Information on financial, mental health, legal, job retraining resources. Call 1-800-942-2474.

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

Grief Share. Have you lost someone close? Grief Share is a Christian based, non-denominational seminar/support group program that will be meeting at Centennial Hall in Amery every Monday at 1 p.m. For information call Bruce 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360.

Head Injury Support Group. Closed head injury, stroke, aneurism or traumatic brain injury which affects your daily living? Learn to cope with your disabilities, provide insight and camaraderie. Second Friday of each month 2-3:30 p.m. Frederic Public Library. Contact Julie Martin 715-327-4474.

Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. We meet at the First Baptist church, Amery, Mondays from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-5408 with questions.

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has children 5 years of age and under is welcomed, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential. Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com and call 715-263-2665 for location/dates/ time.

NA meetings. There’s hope. Every Saturday 6 p.m. St. Croix Casino & Hotel, Turtle Lake. Room 121. Everyone welcome to attend. Info call Pat at 715-553-2859.

Overeaters Anonymous Group. Monday evening 5:30 p.m. at the St. Croix Alano Club across from the clinic on Adams Street in St. Croix Falls. Questions call 715-825-3416.

PEPTalk - P(arents)E(ncouraging)P(arents)... exists to encourage, support, and build up a community of homeschool families in Polk County, Wisconsin.

Through our regular activities we provide opportunities for families to come together to enrich their students’ learning experiences with special classes, field trips, play dates, and celebrations. We facilitate regular time together which provides social, academic and character-building activities for our children while parents encourage and support each other through the homeschooling journey. We also strive to serve our surrounding communities through projects that emphasize selflessness and provide opportunities for parents and children to use their gifts and talents to serve others. We welcome all types of homeschooling families to check us out! PEPTalk activities happen throughout the month.

For more information contact Jenn Dueholm, jenndueholm@yahoo.com or Wendy Dietrich, thedietrichs@ amerytel.net. Like us on Facebook under PEPTalk.

Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs. For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002.

PREGNANT. Need help? Our tests and help are free and confidential. 715-755-BABY (2229). Osceola Life Care Center.

Student Assistance Program is for students in the Amery school district who may be having personal or family problems. Strict confidentiality is followed except in cases of danger to self or others. Call 715-2680303 for middle school S.A.P. members or 715-2680214 for high school S.A.P. members.

TEENS—Talk before you run. Trained counselors will listen. 1-800-491-8336 or 715-235-8882.

TEENCARE. Where teens get help fast. 1-800-4918336.

TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Nancy 715-646-1464 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly.

Tutors: Free tutors are available to anyone who would like help studying for GED, English as a Second Language (ESL), or with basic skills in reading or math. Call 715-405-7323 to be matched with a local tutor.

Veteran’s Support Group. 1st Tuesday monthly 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Amery VFW, 130 Wisconsin Ave. Spouses/significant other also welcome and encouraged to attend. Contact Dan 715-768-0679, Amanda 715-429-0467 or Dianna 715-607-1898. Sponsored by Amery VFW Post 7929 and American Legion Post 169.

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

Western Wisconsin LYME Education and Support Group meets: fourth Thursday of the month (April through October) at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. (No meetings November through March). Meetings are free of charge and open to the public. For info call Ann 715-268-2856, Paula 715-268-2035, Bonnie 715-268-9557, Sue 715268-6687.

Women’s Spiritual Growth Group meets each Thursday from 7-8 p.m. at 931 Pine St., St. Croix Falls..

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Happy Halloween . . . Congratulations to the Amery FFA . . . and many upcoming events Happy Halloween!

Last Saturday was a great kick-off for the Halloween tradition in town with the 3rd Annual Amery Trick or Trot. Once again this year, the Kuhl Family organized this fun event as a fundraiser for the Amery School DisPounding trict Backpack Program and the Amery the Area Food Pantry.

Pavement With the assistance of area businesses and Pam Humpal participating walkers/runners we were able to donate over $6800 to help those

(who was a camo guy sitting on the Ranger) expression, it seems he cannot believe that I am, or should I say, a penguin is really running towards the finish.

On behalf of my family, the Kuhl Clan, we sincerely thank the Amery community, area businesses for your donations, all of the volunteers, Amery Fire Department, Amery Police Department, City of Amery, Amery Ambulance Service, and of course, all the runners/walkers, young and old, who participated. The event could not be so successful without everyone’s assistance. THANK YOU!!!

Next year’s Amery Trick or Trot is set for Saturday, October 21…mark your calendars!

On Saturday, October 29, the Amery Community Club welcomes everyone to the 17th Annual Halloween Costume Contest and FREE Movie. The event will be at the Amery High School Auditorium with doors opening at 10:30am.

The costume contest judging will begin at 11am for kids up to 12 years old. The FREE movie “The Jungle Book” 2016 Version will show following the judging.

Also on Saturday, Trick-or-Treaters are invited to stop by Amery businesses from 1-3pm for some treats. Participating businesses can be identified by an “Orange Pumpkin” on their front door.

A list of participating businesses will also be available at the school during the judging/movie.

Redeemer Lutheran Church in Amery is having their annual Fall Rummage Sale on Thursday, October 27, from 11am-5pm serving hot dogs and brownies, and also on Friday, October 28, from 9am-4pm serving BBQs, potato salad and homemade pie.

Congratulations to the Amery FFA Chapter for a fantastic showing at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis. All of your time and hard work definitely paid off…hats off to each one of you, and also to Derrick Meyer, Amery FFA Advisor.

who are in need of food.

And I must say, the costumes on Saturday were great! Those at the race included pumpkins, eggs, chickens, elderly ladies, Batman, witches, dragons, scarecrows, Elmo, Cookie Monster, and the list goes on. I even heard some people say that they are planning their costumes for next year already.

After I got done manning my post to direct runners/walkers on the correct route, and control traffic, then I headed back to North Park for the awards ceremony. As you can see from the photo, I was sprinting across the finish line just like a real racer. From looking at Dave’s

And the Halloween fun continues with the 1st Annual Pumpkin Challenge Extravaganza at the Amery Lien Elementary School on Friday, October 28 from 6-8:30pm. There will be hundreds of carved/decorated pumpkins by local artists for the public to enjoy.

Admission is free to view the pumpkins. There will also be a free-will donation/canned good collection for the Amery Area Food Pantry. I’m excited to see how creative some of these pumpkins will be.

Changing Lives ...

One Smile At A Time

Congratulations to Dan Satterlund, Amery, for being this week’s winner of the AFP Football Contest. Dan had 8 correct picks. For your chance to be the next winner of the AFP Football Contest simply fill out the entry form with your contact information and game picks, and drop it off at the Amery Free Press office. Good Luck!

And also Good Luck to the following high school teams as they advance in

Dr. Heather Marks

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Bring in this ad when you come in for your appointment between now and the end of 2016 to receive your “Free” Fluoride Treatment.

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Be sure to see the special “Ask The Expert” page in this issue for great Q & A information on boat winterization, buying a car, health, loans, hair care, insurance, finances, taxes, and dental care.

I know it is only October, and I hate to make the weeks go by faster than they already are, but here goes…

-On Tuesday, November 15, we will be publishing our annual “Holiday Shopping Directory”. That special guide will feature gifting ideas, holiday decorating and entertaining ideas from area businesses plus we are also asking our readers to share their favorite holiday recipes with us. Please drop off your favorite recipes to the Amery Free Press office by Friday, November 4, and we will share them in the paper.

Area businesses wishing to be a part of the annual Holiday Shopping Directory please give me a call today.

-Mark your calendars for the 31st Annual Amery Holiday Stroll for SATURDAY, December 3, from noon to 4pm.

Yes you read that right…the Holiday Stroll is changing to a Saturday but will offer all the same fun activities as previous years-FREE hot dogs & hot chocolate, horse & wagon rides, carolers, Santa Claus, a warm welcome by participating businesses, etc. We are looking forward to seeing you on Saturday, December 3...Amery Holiday Stroll!

Like I said before, I do not like the idea about jumping over holidays so fast so let’s back up…have a great week, and have a fun, safe Halloween!

Dr. Rollyn Lee

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Remember the Old Saying... Use it or Lose it!

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Hours: Monday - Thursday, 8 am - 5 pm • Friday, 7 am - 4 pm

Something that is on my list to do yet this Fall is to take a walk through the Amery School Forest. They welcome the public to come enjoy the beauty of nature. The best place to park to get on the trail is in the parking lot behind the Intermediate School. Come check it out.

tournament play… *Luck Football team will play at the 8-Player Jamboree in Schofield on Saturday, October 29, vs Oakfield. Ryan, our youngest son, is co-head coach of the Luck team. *Amery Soccer is Regional Champs and will advance to play Rice Lake in Amery on Thursday, October 27, at 3:30pm. *Clayton Volleyball are Regional Champions and will play Sectionals at Clear Lake on Thursday, October 27, at 7pm vs McDonell Central.

We are always accepting new patients

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Trick or Trot 5k raises nearly $7,000 for food programs

From left: Betty Collins, representing the Amery Backpack program and the Salvation Army, Laura Peetz from Trick or Trot and Shirley Klopotek from the Amery Area Food Pantry. The race, in its third year, gives all proceeds to help with food programs in Amery.

Winners of the 5K were Samuel Kelling and Grace Carlson

A kids race was held before the 5K. This superhero duo ran in the kids race.

Among the costume winners was this duo of Milk and cookies.

Cookie Monster and Elmo were winners in the costume contest.

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Backpack program, Amery Area Food Pantry receive proceeds

The start of the race saw over 230 runners registered for the event.

This T-Rex was a winner in the costume contest.

Winners were announced after the race in North Park.

The Piggy Princesses team won in the costume contest.

Dory and Nemo were winners in the costume contest.

This â&#x20AC;&#x153;Toy Storyâ&#x20AC;? family were winners in the costume contest.

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Quilt Sale • Crafts • Soaps • Towels Gift Basket Raffle tickets 4/$1 LUNCH SPECIAL $4

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Some Highlights: Neuschwanstein Castle, Dachau memorial museum, Glockenspiel/Marienplatz, Hofbrauhaus, St. Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace, glass-blowing demonstration, Heidelberg Castle.

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

Information & Sign Up Meeting: Thurs., Oct. 27, 6:30pm at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda St. in Amery.

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BBQ or Stacked Ham Sandwich plate Also serving Fruit Soup, Lefse, Rommegrot, Pie

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AREA BOWLING SCORES Club 53 Bar & Lanes, Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Tac Two .............................................. 67.0 Shoreview .........................................54.5 Division 2 Dick’s Fresh Market ........................70.0 Amery True Value .......................... 48.5 High games: Todd Zemke 217, Bob Ouellette 215, Gary Nottom 213, Ken McIntosh 207, Bruce Hammer 202.

High series: Bob Ouellette 589, Gary Nottom 562.

TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Northwest Communications .....84.0 Club 53 ...............................................68.0 Division 2 Chet Johnson Drug ........................84.0 Waterside ...........................................41.0 High games: Josh Gould 255-244, Bill Peterson 226-219-201, Scott Jensen 216-204, Bob Oulette 214-203, Scott Sorensen 209, Gabe Brotzel 207, Will Schaffer 206.

High series: Bill Peterson 646, Josh Gould 635, Bob Oulette 605, Scott Jensen 584, Will Schaffer 576.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Preferred Lawn................................63.0 Amery Fire Department ................47.5 Division 2

Usborne Book Fair Fundraiser Lamperts ...........................................83.0 Club 53 ................................................ 73.5 High games: Denis Carteron 214, Billy Vierkandt 213, Jan Knutson 211, Lyle Kaehler 200.

High series: Denis Carteron 584, Billy Vierkandt 554.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY NIGHT WOMEN Division 1 Club 53 ...............................................80.0 Northwest Communications ......69.5 Chet’s ..................................................54.5 Division 2 Amery Hospital & Clinic .................77.5 Amery Fire Dept. .............................72.0 Bremer ............................................... 66.5 High games: Linda Mullendore 202, Kelli Galbraith 178, Lacey Kammerud 164, Janet Martinson 157, Gwen Wold 155-155, Sherry Martin 155-150, April Boe 153, Laurie Harris 152, Shelby Cockrell 152, Pat Marquand 150.

High series: Linda Mullendore 470, Gwen Wold 435, Sherry Martin 434.

PREP LEAGUE Games over 75: Gavin Tjepkes 9199, Rawquelle Albee 85.

YOUTH LEAGUE Games over 100: Jacob Mahoney 115, Alexa Dieckman 109-116, Ryan Karpenske 108-139.

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

You may even get to take one home with you!

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

Where? Amery Lien Elementary School What does it cost? Free will donation or a canned good

608 Harriman Ave. S, Amery

Friday, Oct. 28, 9-1 Interactive and educational books for kids of all ages Kick off your holiday shopping here! Need a baby shower present or birthday gift . . . books are great!

A portion of each book sale will be given to the Amery Area Community Center

HALLOWEEN PARTY Saturday, Oct. 29, 8 p.m.

“Blood Light” Specials Costume Contest FOOD • MUSIC • GAMES • PRIZES • GIVEAWAYS

Alibi Bar Downtown Amery 715-268-8928

Halloween Party Saturday, Oct. 29

COSTUME CONTEST Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd

DJ/Karaoke every Friday & Saturday night Karaoke Contest continues every Saturday night

Amery BIRCH Downtown 117 E. Birch St. 715-268-8922 STREET OPEN 7 DAYS A BAR & Banquet Center WEEK!

Where for the profits go? All profits go to the Amery Area Food Pantry

TAC TWO

AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER

Coming Nov. 5 - Music by “Chimney Fish”

“AT THE HEAD OF THE CATTAIL TRAIL”

Established 1995

SPORTS BAR & GRILL Downtown Amery, WI 715-268-8222 www.tactwobarandgrill.com

“Jambo Joe”

Friday, Oct. 28, 8 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 29 COSTUME CONTEST 1st, 2nd, 3rd prizes awarded

“AT THE HEAD OF THE CATTAIL TRAIL”

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SUNDAY NIGHT MIXED COUPLES Division 1 Becker .................................................. 17.0 Larson/Kern ..................................... 16.0 Wick/Heintz ......................................13.0 Pabst/Graber .....................................9.0 BBT ........................................................9.0 Yeske/Nevin ........................................7.0 Division 2 Becker/Monson .............................. 20.0 Nottom/Zemke.............................. 20.0 Off Constantly................................... 17.0 Brown/Everson ............................... 16.0 Hegg/Carlson.....................................11.0 Anderson/Johnson ...........................7.0 High game, men: Jordan Blomberg 265, Hjalmer Gerloff 213, Ryan Monson 211, HB Becker 201, Mike Elwood 196, Dave Pabst 191, Jim Becker 189, Craig Nevin 189, Gary Nottom 186, Dean Kern 180.

High game, women: Connie Grabeer 230, Sheila LaBlanc 203, Lori Larson 194, Oreen Nottom 187, Trudi Pabst 181, Kim Shafer 1798, Donna Utecht 156, Sue Wick 156, Renae Anderson 156, Judy Benes 154.

High series, men: Hjalmer Gerloff 622, Jordan Blomberg 603, HB Becker 579, Ryan Monson 556, Mike Elwood 540, Gary Nottom 511, Craig Nevin 509, Larry Larson 503, John Anderson 503, Jim Becker 499.

High series, women: Lori Larson 543, Connie Graber 509, Oreen Nottom 497, Sheila LaBlanc 475, Trudi Pabst 444, Sue Wick 433, Kim Shafer 426, Judy Benes 415, Debbie Thill 404, Renae Anderson 390.

MONDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Countyline Dairy............................. 36.0 Spare Time Bowl.............................34.0 Becker’s Truckin.............................. 30.0 Bye .........................................................4.0 Division 2 Bowlin Buddies............................... 50.0 No Wicks Moravit ............................26.0 Austads Super Valu........................23.0 Clear Lake Auto ................................13.0 High game: Laurel Cap 233, Connie Graber 204, Amy Anderson 201, Lori Larson 190, Judy Ullom 177, Debbie Anderson 176, Sue Wick 170, Katie Husnick 169, Shannon Bents 169, Orreen Nottom 168.

High series: Laurel Cap 581, Amy Anderson 523, Connie Graber 519, Judy Ullom 505, Lori Larson 492, Debbie Anderson 473, Orreen Nottom 456, Katie Husnick 441, Shannon Bents 438, Sue Wick 436.

SPARE TIME MEN’S Division 1 Spare Time......................................163.0 Hoff’s Construct .............................116.0 Scheps Dairy ...................................108.0 Anderson Storage ........................105.5 Division 2 Perfect Image ................................. 161.5 Austad’s Super Valu..................... 152.0 Floor’s & More ................................ 143.5 7 Brother’s ....................................... 132.0 Division 3 Narrows Waterfront ....................150.5 Danca’s Kar Korral .........................119.0 Sanmina ...........................................96.0 Grosskreutz Crop..............................77.0 Division 4 Busy B’s ............................................ 125.0

Hotel Bar & Grill .............................109.5 Lefty’s Hookers..............................108.5 Elfers Resident.................................93.0 High game: Brandon Anderson 258, Rob Erickson 248, Oliver Baillargeon 247, Mike Dietrich 243, John Anderson 243, Larry Larson 236, Larry Heinz 234, Mike Davis 226, Tom Roessler 225, Craig Niemann 223, Ethan Kettenacker 223, Dave Anderson 222, Wayne Ecklor 219, Dean Munkelwitz 216, Jeff Gackle 216, Rick Danca 214, Paul Schumacher 213, Richie Timm Jr. 213, Dewey Fansler 212, Skip Grosskreutz 211, HB Becker 208, Jacob Anderson 208, Brandon Kahl 207, Tony Cifaldi 206, Steve Heniz 204.

High series: Brandon Anderson 751, Oliver Baillargeon 644, Mike Dietrich 638, John Andeson 630, Wayne Ecklor 629, Tom Roessler 628, Dean Munkelwitz 624, Rob Erickson 610, Larry Heinz 602, Mike Davis 592, Skip Grosskreutz 590, Tony Cifaldi 590, Richie Timm Jr. 581, Jeff Gackle 579, Larry Larson 575, Dewey Fansler 574, Craig Niemann 572, Gary Nottom 568, Scott Danca 567, HB Becker 566, Tom Grosskreutz 561, Dave Anderson 560, Gary Warner 559, Jim Becker 555, Jeff Becker 544.

TUESDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Nordquist Trucking......................... 340 Range Fire. Dept. ............................ 30.0 Red Cedar Accounting ...................29.0 Sexy Mama’s ....................................26.0 Division 2 Spare Time........................................35.0 The Dead End’s ............................... 30.0 Charlie’s Place ..................................22.0 True Value.......................................... 18.0 High game: Renee Glowe 224, Lori Larson 184, Mitzi Glasscock 181, Laurel Cap 168, Kimberly Elwood 164, Debra Johnson 163, Sandy Fredrickson 158, Heidi VanHeuklom 158, Kelley VanHeuklom 157, Joy Cap 157.

High series: Renee Glowe 560, Mitzi Glasscock 517, Lori Larson 496, Laurel Cap 481, Debra Johnson 445, Kelley VanHeuklom 443, Kimberly Elwood 441, Sandy Fredrickson 428, Sylvia Stetler 427, Cheryl Harshman 420.

SENIOR’S Alley Kats...........................................22.0 Kool Kats ............................................19.0 Old Kats...............................................19.0 Handy Kats ....................................... 18.0 Tom Kats............................................. 17.0 Bad Kats.............................................. 17.0 Top Kats ..............................................15.0 Leinie Kats..........................................13.0 High game, men: Hjalmer Gerloff 235, Jim Pickard 213, Bill Pickard 189, Davie Yeske 173, Conrad Kellermann 172, Bill Gelting 169, Jim Buckman 167, Jim Glowe 166, Merle Eder 166, Bud Merriman 159, Jerry Bennett 159.

High game, women: Renee Glowe 200, Sandy Berglund 166, Carol Hannula 157, Judy Benes 151, Jinnie Lietzow 129.

High series, men: Jim Pickard 603, Hjalmer Gerloff 580, Bill Pickard 521, Davie Yeske 500, Bill Gelting 467, Conrad Kellermann 461, Jerry Bennett 444, Bud Merriman 443, Jim Buckman 443, Ralph Kolstad 432.

High series, women: Renee Glowe 556, Sandy Berglund 422, Carol Hannula 405, Judy Benes 392, Jinnie Lietzow 332.

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Clear Lake

FOR RENT 1 BR upstairs duplex apartment in quiet Amery neighborhood

Now Hiring!

Good Samaritan Society - St. Croix Valley, is now hiring a Cook. AM & PM hours available. Competitive benefits offered.

Washer/dryer, heat, electric included.

To find out more, visit good-sam.com/stcroixvalley.

Rear Shoppes of Amery $250 per month Call Nate @ 715-441-1423

$580/month

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, religion, marital status, color, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected status.

Office space for rent in Downtown Amery

FOR RENT 460 SF secure space

715-554-0768

FOR RENT 2 bedroom duplex in Clear Lake

Main Street Exposure at 217 North Keller Avenue

Attached garage Air conditioning Washer & Dryer hookup.

Water/sewer included.

3 Offices w/common area: 220 sq ft each Rent $285 each

$625/month

Your monthly lease payment includes: *Office space *Common/reception area space *Heat *Electric *Water & sewer *Snow removal *Real estate taxes*Break room *Limited cleaning of common area You make one payment for all of these amenities!

Security deposit required

NO PETS Call 715-263-2177 or 715-205-4120

Minimum of one year lease 2 year lease – last 2 months rent free 3 year lease – last 3 months rent free

For additional information please call 715-268-2932 HELP WANTED

Permanent/Part-time Machine Operator inserting newspapers Avg. 20 hours/week APPLY IN PERSON

Publishers Printing Service 215 Power St., Amery

Shipping Clerk 1st Shift

K-Tek WI, a precision metal stamping/fabrication facility in Baldwin, WI is currently seeking a Shipping Clerk.

Experience in the Shipping and Receiving is required.

Ability to interpret blue prints, multi-task and prioritize jobs is needed. Candidate must be a team player with a positive attitude. Computer experience is desired.

Compensation will be commensurate with direct related experience. Great opportunity to work for a stable, growth oriented employer. KTek offers competitive pay and a full benefit package including health, dental, life, short term and long-term disability insurance and 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualified applicants should forward resumes to: K-Tek Corporation, Attn: April Miller, 750 Vandeberg Street, Baldwin, WI 54002 Via e-mail: april.miller@ktek-net.com Fax 715-684-3050 Equal Opportunity Employer

For: 2 Full Time Screen Printers $500 Sign On Bonus with successful completion of 1st 6 months!

No experience needed - on the job training

Teller/New Accounts

First National Community Bank is seeking an outgoing individual to join our team as a full time Teller/New Accounts Specialist in our New Richmond Office. The successful candidate will possess a passion for detail with strong math and communications skills and a desire to provide top-notch customer service. Previous teller and opening new accounts experience preferred. First National Community Bank offers competitive compensation and a benefit package including 401k, health insurances and generous paid time off.

Interested applicants please email your resume to: ggreen@fn-cb.com Gloria Green, VP-Human Resources First National Community Bank 109 E 2nd St. New Richmond WI 54017

Don’t be a scaredy cat!

Apply today!

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FOR RENT

3 bedroom house

214 Amundson St., Amery

920-309-1974

Line Cooks

FULL OR PART-TIME Starting wages $15/hour depending on experience APPLY AT

Village Pizzeria Amery

REGANA INVESTMENT FOR RENT

1 BR apt. in Amery, WI

First National Community Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Call Shirley 715-808-4060

HELP WANTED

Servers and Front of House Managers Full or Part-Time APPLY AT

Village Pizzeria Amery

HELP WANTED

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

We cannot function without great employees - talented, caring professionals are rewarded with a great, competitive total rewards package.

County Planner — Land Information Department Full-time– Exempt Position Wage: Depends on Qualifications Performs a variety of research, analysis, plan development, technical assistance and administrative activities in support of the County’s overall planning program; develops County and community functional and comprehensive plans; prepares grant applications; provides technical support for various County committees and local units of government. Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Geography, Resource Management or a related field with a minimum of two (2) years work experience in local government planning; a combination of work experience and education may be considered.

Deadline to apply: November 9, 2016 YOU MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For complete job description, position requirements, application, and details please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities. AA/EEOC

OCTOBER 25, 2016

Deadline for the Classified page is Friday noon

Adoray Is Growing!

RN - Home Health Team North Counties (Polk, Burnett, Barron) 24 hours per week

RN - Hospice Team

North Counties (Polk, Burnett, Barron) 32 hours per week

RN - Hospice Team - Casual Call North Counties (Polk, Burnett, Barron)

RN - Hospice Team - Casual Call Central Counties (St. Croix, Pierce, Dunn)

Home Health Aide - Casual Call Ideal candidates will have a minimum of two years RN experience in a hospital, LTC, Home Health, or Hospice setting.

Should also have WI license The job requires extensive local travel.

For detailed job descriptions on these positions, go to www.jobshq.com.

In the keyword search box, type Adoray Send resume to: T.Harrington@adorayhomecare.org or mail to Adoray, 2231 Hwy. 12, Suite 201, Baldwin, WI 54002.

715-684-5020

GARAGE SALE Oct. 27, 4-7 Oct. 28, 8-4 Household, home decor, surround sound, bed frame, clothing, misc.

1105 155th St., Amery GARAGE SALE Saturday Oct. 29 9 am-1 pm

555 Cty. Line Ave., Clear Lake Most everything 50% off.

Disposing of a variety of items, glassware, collectibles, furniture.

FINAL MOVING SALE Thursday & Friday, Oct. 27 & 28, 9-5

534 4th Ave., Clear Lake

EVERYTHING MUST GO! Frigidaire convection oven in excellent condition, 3 pc. solid oak entertainment center (makes a nice cupboard for dishes and collectables, has 7 shelves on top and lots of space below for storage, in excellent condition), love seat, also in good condition, tables, chairs, quilts, afghans, linens, dishes, pots & pans, scrapbook and sewing supplies and lots of misc.

Oxbo International, a world leader of production and service of specialized agricultural equipment, has immediate openings in Clear Lake, Wisconsin for the following positions.

Assemblers (mechanical): Perform a variety of assembly operations for preparation and installation of engines, hydraulic units and power unites on power equipment and self-propelled equipment. Operate a wide variety of material handling equipment including gas, propane, diesel or electric forklift trucks and/or bridge cranes.

Perform assembly, adjusting, and finishing operations on a wide variety of parts, gearboxes, sub-assemblies and assemblies.

Welders: Working from drawings, blueprints and specifications, sets up and runs welding equipment. Visually examines completed weld for size of bead and quality. Preparation of surfaces to be welded, will use a variety of tools such as grinder, chippers and arc gouging equipment. May be required to use material handling equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts and their accessories. Ability to operate pneumatic hand tools and read blueprints.

Material Handlers/Shipping/Receiving: Perform a variety of shipping/receiving functions. Ability to run a forklift loading and unloading trucks. Picking/packing experience desired. Operate a wide variety of material handling equipment including gas, propane, diesel or electric forklift trucks.

Parts/Distribution Position: Coordinate all shipping processes from logistics to customer locations, assuring cost effective quality, on time product delivery. Monitor overall parts process execution, coordinating optimal performance. Coordinate all “expeditor” activities in support of above elements. Manage tracking metrics, identification and closure of gaps. Strong problem solving skills (use of standard problem solving tools). Organizational skills that build and maintain self-operating business networks (order flow, material flow, logistics). Strong knowledge of ERP and B2B systems (preferably QAD). Knowledge of standard business processes (production, inventory, quality, service management).

Working with critical manufacturing, customer support networks: Factory Operations, Supply Chain Management, Quality, Service operations. A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites tools.

Oxbo offers highly competitive wages and benefits. Apply in person at: 100 Bean Street, Clear Lake, WI 54005 or contact Kathy Walker at 715-263-2112, ext. 153. We are an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Annual Fall Rummage Sale Something for everyone!

Thursday, Oct. 27 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Serving hot dogs and brownies

Friday, Oct. 28, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Serving BBQs, potato salad and homemade pie

Redeemer Lutheran Church

600 S. Keller Ave., Amery

FOR SALE: 8 golf course lots located in Pondhurst, Amery, WI 54001 Also available attractive rural building sites.

Will consider trade of other houses and real estate SOME AGENT OWNERSHIP CARNINE REALTY Joe 715-222-1706 Cell 715-268-6336 Home

J&S Heating & Cooling

Quality Service and Installation on Forced Air & AC units Gas piping FREE ESTIMATES

Jeff Young, Amery 715-529-1419 cell 715-948-2229 fax

N ow Hiring!

Good Samaritan Society – St. Croix Valley is now hiring fulland part-time CNAs. Competetive benefits offered.

To find out more, visit good-sam.com/stcroixvalley.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, religion, marital status, color, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected status. 16-G0493

Criminal Justice Collaborating Council (CJCC)

Coordinator Position

Develops and coordinates the planning and implementation of CJCC initiatives and activities.

37.5 hours/week $15-$18/hour DOQ No benefits Deadline to apply: 11/11/2016 Refer to http://www.governmentjobs.com/ careers/polkcowi/transferjobs or email PolkCJCC@gmail.com for full job description

Now Hiring!

Good Samaritan Society - St. Croix Valley, is now hiring a full-time Maintenance Technician. Competitive benefits offered.

To find out more, visit good-sam.com/stcroixvalley.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, religion, marital status, color, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected status.

Adoray’s Treasures From the Heart 2nd Hand Store, Osceola, WI seeking

Assistant Store Manager 24-28 hours week

Do you enjoy leading people?

Do thrift stores excite you?

Would you like to be a part of a dynamic mission?

The Assistant Manager of Adorays Treasures From The Heart 2nd hand store is responsible for day-to-day operations of the store as directed by the Store Manager. This person will partner with the Store Manager in managing Retail Associates & Volunteers and will meet operational objectives for the store. This person works closely with the Volunteer Coordinator and other store personnel ensuring effective operations are carried out daily. Adoray’s Treasures Stores provide financial support to our Home Health & Hospice programs for the Western Wisconsin region.

QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Previous Management experience preferred and strong leadership abilities required.

2. One year experience in working in a retail or second hand store preferred.

3. Business education and/or experience preferred.

4. Excellent communication skills.

5. Excellent public relations and customer service skills.

6. Ability to work autonomously and make independent judgments.

7. Ability to coordinate activities of a diverse group of people.

Interested candidates should send resumes to T.harrington@ adorayhomecare.org or call 715-684-5020 and ask for Teresa in HR. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs, possess outstanding customer service skills, and work well in a team environment!

For detailed job description on this position, go to www.jobshq.com.

In the keyword search box, type Adoray

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NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING Accounting Clerk Position: Unity School District is hiring a full-time Accounting Clerk. This position will process accounts payable invoices and payments, send purchase orders, maintain vendor and invoice files, prepare reports, and share in general clerical support and a variety of accounting duties to assist with the financial operations of the district.

Qualifications: •Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

•Ability to maintain confidentiality.

•Strong technology skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.

•Highly organized, accurate, and detail oriented.

•Strong time management, communication and customer-focused, team-oriented skills are critical to success in this position.

Requirements: •Minimum of three years of experience with accounting, or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.

•A strong understanding of math and finances required.

•Preference given to candidates with a technical degree/further training or experience with school accounting.

HELP WANTED

Looking for full time Counter Person

Must have good customer service skills and have valid driver’s license, and clean driver record.

APPLY IN PERSON

Amery Auto Supply Inc. PARTS CITY AUTO PARTS 334 S. Keller Ave., Amery, WI 54001 715-268-7734

Need Yard Work or Fall Clean Up done?

High school youth are for hire, earning money for a missions trip to Haiti summer 2017 Contact Amery First Baptist 715-268-2223

How to Apply: Qualified, interested persons should apply by completing a WECAN Application online at http://services.education.wisc.edu/wecan .

Preschool Playhouse Child Care Center in Turtle Lake is taking Enrollment for 1 yr. olds and up.

Preschool offers a fun, educational, and safe place for your child while you’re working.

Open from 6 am-6 pm Monday-Friday For more info call 715-986-4343

Golden Age Manor in Amery, WI would like you on our team!

CNA– Positions Available Various Shifts– Flexible Scheduling

We will pay for CNA training for the right candidate, call 715-268-7107 with questions or apply online today!

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

Application Deadline: November 4, 2016

Substitute Custodian Positions Position: Unity School District is seeking substitute custodial help.

Qualifications: Strong mechanical aptitude; strong work ethic, problem solving skills and positive communication skills.

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Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Substitute Teacher Positions Position: Unity School District is currently accepting applications for Substitute Teachers.

Requirements: All applicants must enjoy working with children and have strong communication skills. Substitute Teachers must hold or be eligible to obtain certification through Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI). This certificate is attainable for those who have a bachelor’s degree in any field.

Pay Rate: $110 per day How to Apply: Please apply by completing a Unity School District Employment Application. The application is available on Unity School’s website, under Employment Opportunities. Once the application is complete, please send to Lisa Benson by email at lbenson@unity.k12.wi.us or by mail at: Lisa Benson Unity School District 1908 150th Street/Hwy 46 North Balsam Lake, WI 54810-7267 Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

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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.

Full-time, direct hire positions available at World Food Processing in Turtle Lake, WI!

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Willow Ridge Healthcare is now hiring for the following:

Full Time PM RN/LPN Full Time CNA- NOC/PM (paid CNA training available) Dietary Cook/Aide- Full/Part Time *SIGN ON BONUS FOR ALL NEW HIRES!* Come be a part of our progressive and caring team!

Willow Ridge Healthcare 400 Deronda St., Amery Phone 715-268-8171

Prism Plastics Products is now seeking applications for: Quality Manager

•Minimum of 5 years’ experience in quality assurance •Coordinates all activities involved in ISO certification •Responsible for all Quality Inspectors and Technician •Preferably to have experience in Medical Injection Molding •Previous experience in calibration systems, first articles Inspections, advanced mathematics and statistics is desired

Send resume to Prism Plastics Products Inc., PO Box 446, New Richmond, WI 54017 or apply online at prismplasticsinc.com No phone calls please.