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ed on the mailing. Alternatively, complete the paper copy of the survey and return it to any Amery School office or mail it directly back to School Perceptions in the included envelope. “Our schools are a critical part of our community,” shares James Kuchta, District Administrator, “as we work to improve our schools, we want to ensure that they will meet the needs of our students and community, both now and in the future. Therefore, the voice of every resident is critical to this process.” Survey results will be presented at the Board of Education meeting on Monday, December 5 and will also be available on the district website at www.amerysd. k12.wi.us. For additional information, please contact the Amery School District Office, 715-268-9771 x272
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Amery Junior Myron Marko says he’s always loved doughnuts. He remembers when he was younger, stopping by the bakery for a few before school. And who wouldn’t love them? They’re round, and shaped like zeroes, and taste…like heaven.
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THE SUN Tootie (Grace Springett) tries to sabotage her father’s plans to accept a far-away job by going after his boss (Brett Swanson) in this weekend’s production of ‘Meet Me In St. Louis.’
This fall’s dramatic production at Amery High School will be a non-musical version of the American classic ‘Meet me in St. Louis,’ directed by Lisa Bensen and Pam Hartmann. The heartwarming comedy will transport audiences back more than 100 years to 1904—
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and the scene of the upcoming St. Louis World’s Fair. Four attractive sisters (Katelin Bensen, Alliana Hoyer, Carli Vincent, and Grace Springett) are understandably excited over the upcoming fair. But are also wrapped up in the love life of their only brother (Elias Parish), who they suspect has ditched his sweet love (Laura Kastanek) for a snob
from the East Coast (Bethany Marquand). In the midst of interfering with their brother’s love life, their parents (Jakob Kastanek and Emma Curtis) announce that their father has accepted a job in New York and will be moving the family, and therefore missing the fair altogether. Comedy ensues as the girls SEE ST. LOUIS PAGE TWO
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DONUTS: ‘Holy Donuts’ was a family effort, underage founder hopes to grow the fledgling doughnut brand slowly we figured it out,” he says. “I switched some things around to make them taste better, but mostly it’s that same recipe.” An idea for turning the new machine and recipe into a business bloomed, and his
the branding and logo, bringing ‘Holy Donuts’ to life. “We just thought it was a cool name with the holes in doughnuts,” says Marko. “Once we had the idea of what the trailer could look like we stuck with the name.” The trailer, painted sky blue with clouds, carried the theme to a whole new level, complete
dad’s help with a newly acquired trailer wasn’t far behind. “My dad works at a lumber yard, my Grandpa’s in construction and my Uncle is an electrician,” says Marko. So with their help, and input from his Grandmother who knew a little bit about making the trailer pass inspection for selling food, a concession trailer was built. But what would they call it? Marko’s sister, going to school for marketing, helped out with
with golden halo and all. Marko began selling to a group of college workers at Camp Wapo over the summer. But his big launch was during Fall Festival 2016. Marko committed to donating a portion of his proceeds at the event to the local Backpack Program, and he had plenty of friends lend a hand in the mission, both in front of the counter and behind it. This year’s festival, as expected, was a huge success. They lined up in droves
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for the creatively branded treats. Seven flavors in all: Cinna-yum, The Fall Festival (with fall spices), Grandma’s Apple Crisp, Butterfinger Explosion, Cloud (covered in powdered sugar), Midwest Maple, and plain Glazed & Sprinkled. “I feel like it went really well. The main thing was making the donuts quicker,” he says. “It was really just the fryer. We could only fit so many it. I have to get a bigger one and we’ll be able to feed a lot more people.” Marko ended up selling out, and had to turn a few people away. But don’t worry. You haven’t seen the last of Holy Donuts. He hopes to be at some events throughout the winter, maybe even out on the lake for ice fishing. If you really can’t wait for these heavenly bits of goodness, find their Facebook page. He’s taking orders. Last week, Marko donated over $70 to the local Backpack Program, and he’s already thinking about how to make Holy Donuts bigger and better. “I don’t know about baking and cakes and that kind of stuff. Owning a business has always been something that interests me. Maybe make another trailer or two and try and sell at other events,” he says. But he’s still young, and does have school to think about yet. That could be quite
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unite to change their plans. Supporting cast includes Canyon Schwartz, Hailey Clausen, Jenesis Gustafson, Laura Kastanek, Isaac Gorres, Zachary de la Cruz, Bethany Marquand, Brett Swanson, and Mikey Collins. “This is a wonderfully written story that captures a variety of challenges a family can go through and yet all come together in the end,” says Bensen. “There are many enjoyable and inter-
(Top) Crowds lined up at Amery’s Fall Festival to try a few ‘Holy Donuts’ sold out of Marko’s custom-built donut stand. Above, Marko presents a check for $70, a portion of his proceeds, to help support the local Backpack Program.
a while from now. But that doesn’t stop him from dreaming. “The bakery is empty. That would be pretty cool to turn
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esting twists and turns along the way. The cast has been a pleasure to work with – highly talented and dedicated to the many activities they are all a part of at Amery High School. I appreciate the opportunity to offer this very special production to our community!” The show will be held Friday and Saturday, November 11 and 12 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, November 13 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $5, and available in advance at Chet Johnson Drug and the Amery High School Office.
Esther (Alliana Hoyer), Rose (Katelin Bensen), and Agnes (Carli Vincent) try to change their Father’s mind (Jakob Kastanek) about moving to New York in this scene from ‘Meet Me In St. Louis,’ presented this Friday through Sunday at Amery High School. Showtimes are Friday and Saturday at 7, and Sunday at 2. Tickets available at Chet Johnson Drug and the Amery High School office.
that into what it was, but we’ll see.”
Amery, Wis.—This Veterans Day will mark the kick off of the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign, with a full day of activities planned starting at 7 a.m. Stop by the WPCA studios where The Doughnut Girls will be on hand until 11 a.m., serving up doughnuts and accepting volunteers for this red-kettle season. That night, Our Saviors Lutheran Church is the place to be. Dessert and refreshments will be served starting at 6:15 and entertainment starting at 7, including Karar Dance Studio and famed pianist, Jim Blaha.
James Blaha, from Stillwater, has worn a few different hats since graduating from St. John’s University and studying at the U of M and Julliard. Among them being a produced playright, and painter, a baker, a farmer, an ice cream maker, school teacher, computer analyst, and pilot. Now 80, he’s also writing an autobiographical book that offers a fresh new look at the theory of the universe. As for his musical achievements, he’s written three symphonies, two piano concertos, 32 piano pieces and 15 choral works. He’s performed throughout the Midwest, and even soloed with the St. Paul Civic Symphony. But these days Blaha is enjoying donating his time and talents to groups like The Salvation Army, where this Friday’s performance is helping to collect free will donations. The show will be a combination of comedic anecdotes and music from Liberace and Chopin, among others. He calls it a performance of encores. “Why leave all the good music for the end?” he says. Enjoy Jim’s performance Friday, November 11 at Our Saviors Lutheran Church at 7 p.m.
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NOVEMBER 9 Smorgasbord First Lutheran Church in Clear Lake will host their Smorgasbord dinner, serving torsk, Swedish meatballs, Potatis Kaiv, Potatoes, cheese, deviled eggs, jello salad, Swedish brown beans, cranberries, Frugt Suppe, rice pudding, Krum Kake, Rommegrot, lefse, rye bread, rolls, Scandinavian delicacies and beverages. Held from 11-1 and 4 to 8. Adults $15. Children 6-12 $8, five and under free. Bake sale and raffles will also be held.
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Non-perishable food collection The Amery Area FUEL (Faith Used in Everyday Life) ecumenical youth group will once again go door-to-door collecting non-perishable goods and other household items for the Amery Food Pantry. We’ll be coming November 9th from 6:30-7:30pm within the city limits. Please be ready with your donations, and thank you in advance!
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‘Harvey’ on stage in Clear Lake Clear Lake High School will present ‘Harvey’ this weekend. The classic and beloved story by Mary Chase revolves around Elwood Dowd, who claims to have an imaginary friend that resembles a six-foot tall rabbit. Performances are November 11-12 at 7 p.m. and November 13 at 2 p.m. at the Clear Lake Community Center. Cast includes (row 1) Kylie Mott, Jordan Iverson, Matthew Fischer, Thomas Knopps, Cameron Fouks, Jacob Meyers (row 2) Parker Reindahl, Erin Cockroft, Autumn Ninke, Garett Anderson (row 3) Bailey Robl, Maddy Powers, Elizabeth Larson, Kate Peterson, Lexi Cunningham, Courtney Swagger, Madeline Anderson (row 4) Abby Warner, Emma Schmidt, Jazzy Christiansen, Taylor Atkins, Kim Monsoor, (row 5) Kyle Fritz, and David Benson. Missing from the picture are Olivia Meyers, Alyssa Fischer.
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.
Veterans Day Program A public Veterans Day observance and ceremony will be held at the Amery High School Gymnasium at 10 a.m.
NOVEMBER 11-13 Meet me in St. Louis The Amery High School production of ‘Meet Me in St. Louis’ will be Friday and Saturday, November 11 & 12 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, November 13 at 2 p.m. Admission is $5. Advance tickets available at Chet Johnson Drug and the Amery High School office.
Harvey Clear Lake High School will present their production of ‘Harvey.’ Performances are November 11-12 at 7 p.m. and November 13 at 2 p.m. at the Clear Lake Community Center.
NOVEMBER 12 Holiday Bazaar St. Joseph’s Catholic Church will hold their 25th annual Holiday Bazaar, Saturday, November 12 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is one of the area’s largest craft and bake sales, featuring lunch and raffles. Free admission. Call 715-268-7717 with questions.
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Veterans Day Dance American Legion Post 137 in Turtle Lake will host a Venterans Day Dance from 7:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. at 326 Maple Street in Turtle Lake. Jim Armstrong Band will perform from 8-12. Admission is a raffle ticket. Raffle includes cash prizes and a gun. Additional raffle by Auxilliary includes a handmade quilt and cash prizes.
Poetry Reading Northern Lakes Center for the Arts presents a poetry reading called ‘Secrets from the Wings’ in celebration of Shakespeare’s 400th anniversary. Reading is at 7:30 p.m at 113 Elm Street in Amery.
Lutefisk Dinner & Bazaar West Immanuel Lutheran Church will host their annual Lutefisk dinner & fall bazaar on Saturday, November 12 from 11 to 7. Serving lutefisk, meatballs, potatoes, rutabagas, coleslaw, cranberries, lefse and pie. Bazaar includes handmade crafts, lefse, canned goods and baked goods. Cost is $18 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under. No advance sales.
Dog Park Fundraiser The Friends of Rosemarie are planning the First Training, Trails Thanksgiving Raffle at the St. Croix Falls Rosemarie City Dog Park. Walk our new trails and see the future new dog park to happen. Rain or Shine Saturday Nov. 12, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. to 12:00. The Park is located on the corner of Fairground and FFA road near the Polk County Fairgrounds. Come see the new trails and
enjoy the 4.3 acres of open prairie and woods. Walk at your own pace. All dogs must be on leash.
NOVEMBER 15 Loaded Potato Dinner & Fall Concert 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 at 7:30. 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.
Sons of Norway Meeting Sjoland Lodge 5-635, Sons of Norway, will meet Tuesday, Nov. 15th at 6:30 PM at First Lutheran Church in Amery. Mark Oman will be our guest speaker and will talk about his trip to Sweden and the International Kubb Tournament. Mark and his brother John were on the Chaska, MN Kubb team. They were undefeated going into the tournament of 170 teams from all over the world. Eight teams made the finals and their team ended up being 5th. Bring a friend and make it a night to remember.
NOVEMBER 17 Chili and Soup Fundraiser Golden Age Manor will host a chili and soup fundraiser for their activity department and resident entertainment. Serving soup/chili, french bread
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Garden Club Meeting Garden Club members will meet Thursday, November 17th – 11:30 a.m. at Village Pizzeria in Amery for a luncheon meeting. Following our meeting members will discuss Winter Bird Survival and Feeding. We invite other gardening enthusiasts to join our organization, for further information contact Arlene (715-268-9219).
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NOVEMBER 18 Craft Fair and Bake Sale Willow Ridge Health Care will host a craft fair and bake sale at their facility from 9 to 2 on Friday, November 18. Bring a friend, spend the day. Enjoy a variety of baked goods, vendors and craft items.
Quilt Show Northern Lakes Center for the Arts will open an art exhibit titled ‘Quilts,’ presented by members of the Apple River Quilt Guild. Opens at 7:30 p.m at 113 Elm Street in Amery.
NOVEMBER 19 Festi-Fall Vendor & Bake Sale Join the Amery Area Community Center from 9am-2pm for their Fall Fundraiser! There will be a large assortment of baked goods as well as new and hand-crafted items to choose from. This is a great place to start your holiday shopping and pick up some delicious treats for your Thanksgiving table. Sweet rolls and lunch will be available as well as a Silent Auction.
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Congratulations, you survived the election of 2016. I believe this year’s election season has been the most negative and bitterly fought one I can recall in my lifetime. I congratulate the victors on coming out on top. While any election victory may be interpreted as a mandate, I would caution anyone this year to avoid believing their own campaign materials. We remain a very divided nation that is in sore need of coalescence and unity. Tuesday night’s victors would do well to take some time before taking the oath of office to understand why people voted for their oppoPublisher nent. What could be explained Tom Stangl away as small differences in any other election year have been pounded into nearly tectonic shifts by the force of negative and vitriolic rhetoric, the likes we haven’t seen in a generation. It would be very easy for the winners to go along their merry way, believing that since they won a majority of the votes, their ideas are best. I have very limited experience as a politician. I was elected three times to the city council in the small town in northwest Iowa where my wife was raised and where we lived for 13 years. I ran for office to be an alternative to someone else who was running. I had a few ideas about ways to improve our small community, ideas that I thought everyone would naturally agree with, once I shared them. After taking the oath of office, I attended my first meeting. I quickly learned that I was one of five members of the council, and the only way any of my great ideas would come to fruition is if I could convince at least two other people to agree with me. The delicate art of consensus is a dance I quickly learned in my time on the city council. I needed to make the time to listen and learn from my fellow council members as to what they thought was best for our community. I went to their homes at night or on the weekend, at a time that was convenient to them, and actually got to know them as people. I soon understood the reason they served in government as well as their tolerance for new ideas. It wasn’t rocket science, but it took time, patience and understanding to find a way to move forward. After learning who would and wouldn’t support my ideas, I formulated a plan to seal coat a few blocks of the dirt streets and work for the establishment of a city park with play equipment. I am proud to say we got both projects done with very little tax money and hopefully made our town a better place to live. The scale on a county, state or national level may be larger, but the process works at any level. I believe this simple step of finding common ground takes humility and a servant’s heart, something that is sorely lacking in many politicians. Anyone brave enough to try this path may suffer some insults, but in the end, a great deal could be accomplished if our elected officials have the courage to find consensus. We will see in the coming months if anyone has that kind of courage. I hope for all of our sakes, someone has that heart. 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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An industry-friendly Dept. of Natural Resources is facing two major challenges from conservation groups over its alleged lax regulatory efforts on air and water fronts. The conservation groups have asked the courts to enforce more - st ri ngent standards in the approval process for high-capacity wells. The DNR Capitol approved more than 20 well perNewsletter mits in late SepMatt Pommer tember. Last spring Atty. Gen. Brad Schimel effectively triggered the fight with a formal legal opinion holding that a 2011 law rolled back the agency’s authority to regulate wells. The DNR could enforce only environmental standards which were specifically spelled out in state law, according to Schimel. That led to the DNR announcing it could not examine the cumulative impact on wells or surface water when it examined permits for the high-capacity wells. Schimel, a Republican, issued the opinion at the request of sev-
DNR Challenges eral Republican legislators. In the wake of Schimel’s opinion, the DNR said it will quit imposing monitoring requirements on well operators. The agency also said existing well operators could ask for reconsideration of earlier requirements placed on their operations. In a separate legal move, conservation groups have asked the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to intervene and block changes in proposed DNR air-pollution efforts. At issue is the potential impact of small, airborne particles that occur in frac-sand mining. Waiting in the wings is possible approval by the DNR of a half-dozen mining permits. The conservation groups want the EPA to oppose the DNR’s approach. The state agency has proposed allowing a Barron County firm to expand its production without estimating, monitoring or controlling the small particles. If EPA objects, the state would have to redo its permit for the Barron County operation. The EPA recently completed a review of DNR into a broader investigation of the state’s enforcement of the federal Clean Air Act. The Wisconsin agency has been given approval to enforcement the
federal law in the state. Fourteen months ago, EPA officials were critical of Wisconsin’ approach on frac-sand mining, saying the state guidelines on the issue were flawed. In a letter to DNR air regulators, the EPA said the guidelines falsely asserted the machine processes did not emit the tiny particles. Those assertions, made through a broad statement, were not accurate or appropriate, it said. “The DNR is ignoring its responsibilities to protect the air under federal law,” asserted Sarah Geers, an attorney for the conservation groups. Those challenging the perceived retreat on rules for high-capacity wells claim the state’s role was changed to appease agricultural interests and want a return to the earlier approach. They cite constitutional requirements to protect public water, lakes and streams. “Our state government isn’t doing that, and they haven’t been doing it for a long time,’ said Carl Sinderbrand, a lawyer representing Clean Wisconsin, a nonprofit environmental-protection organization. The issues are likely to be a major political topic in western and northern Wisconsin in the 2018 elections.
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An issue we should no longer ignore BY LEE H. HAMILTON
Americans understand that our nation’s strength and security depend on its fiscal health. This may not be foremost on their minds right now, but rarely do I address a public meeting at which no one expresses concern about the federal debt and our general fiscal condition. We face an ongoing, long-term mismatch between our spending and revenues, and year after year, administration after administration, the debt grows larger. A lot of ordinary Comments people worry about on Congress this. They believe that Lee Hamilton a healthy fiscal situation is essential to our success as a nation. And they want policies in place that allow us to address the debt without interfering with the economic well-being of the country. But the presidential candidates aren’t giving serious attention to deficit reduction, and neither, for the most part, are members of Congress. This may be because the federal deficit — that is, the yearly difference between revenues and expenditures — has shrunk. But that’s only temporary, a
respite from the deficit highs we incurred during the recession. With a rising proportion of older people and spending on entitlement programs such as Social Security, Medicaid and Medicare growing dramatically, we’re not far away from facing dangerous levels of debt. A fi x is becoming increasingly urgent, and the longer we delay the more difficult it will be. So what do we do? The solutions flow along three broad lines: spending cuts, tax increases, and economic growth. There are advocates for each, but it is hard to imagine that salvation lies in one approach alone. Proposals to slash the deficit by cutting spending fall far short of what is needed. Indeed, our experience in the recent past offers no hope that politicians will find agreement on significant spending cuts. A similar issue confronts those who believe that we just need to unleash the forces of the market to propel economic growth — to make progress, we would need to see a growth rate far above anything we have a reasonable chance to reach and sustain. And although there may be politicians who quietly wish we could tax our way out of the deficit crisis, there is no political appetite for it. In short, we need them all: a combination of tax increases, spending cuts
in both defense and non-defense areas, and economic growth that will stabilize debt at a manageable level. Each is difficult. Capitol Hill’s preferred tactic when it comes to taxes is to cut them, not increase them. The tax code is larded with tax “expenditures” — that is, the mess of preferences, loopholes, and tax breaks aimed at solving social problems or buttressing one industry or another. These are politically attractive because they don’t create additional spending, but the budgetary impact is the same: they reduce revenues and expand the deficit. In that atmosphere, actual tax increases — the kind that would help us get our debt under control — can seem remote. On the spending side, the rhetoric coming from Washington — and out on the campaign trail — raises unrealistic expectations about the savings that can be achieved through budget cuts. Not only do most proposals fall far short of what is needed, but the demands we face on entitlement programs, the country’s evident need for public investment — especially in infrastructure — and higher interest rates on the debt are all powerful forces pushing in the opposite direction. But really, what choice do we have? The three-pronged solution I’ve outlined — a combination of spending
restraint, tax increases, and economic growth — is privately acknowledged by almost everyone I’ve encountered, whatever their public position, to be the only realistic approach. Yes, this kind of deal will have to be phased in over years, giving people and businesses time to adjust. But the urgency of the question is pressing and will only get greater as deficits go up. The longer we delay, the more painful the adjustment will be. Our system has met greater challenges in the past. We’ve been through a civil war, two world wars, waves of immigration unseen by any other nation, and we’ve managed them all. It took strong political leadership, bipartisanship, negotiation, and compromise to thread our way through. That’s what getting our debt under control will require. We’d better get started. Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar, IU School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.
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thankful to you for your monetary donations, your grocery donations, and to all our volunteers for your gift of time and talents!
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Many Thanks To the Editor, With grateful hearts, the Amery Area Food Pantry acknowledges the generosity of the Amery Community. A HUGE thank you to all of you who have contributed to the pantry in any way this past year. Most of you contribute anonymously through your church, your work place, food drives, or various fundraisers in our commu-
Amery Speedway? To the Editor, Are you aware that Amery has its own speedway? Yes, from the North Twin boat landing to the top of the hill by the Catholic church and out of Wisconsin Ave. The speed and noise laws seem to be non-existent on this strip, and the police do little to enforce any laws. Patrols are few and far between and the speeders and noise from no mufflers are rampant. Just this week a police car was parked in North Park. Four cars came out of Wisconsin Ave., two were dragging, noisy and speeding. The others were speeding and noisy. When they saw the police car they put on the brakes, slowed and nothing was done. This speeding and noise is a daily occurrence, and as usual completely ignored by the police. Many other trucks and cars from on top of the hill did the same thing. What is amazing is that with drugs, speeding, and noise, the police kicked an old man and young kid off a city dock that they were fishing from. I fished on the river all my life with no problems. Seems that a fisherman and boater had a problem, so instead of a ticket, the city council put up “no fishing from dock” signs.
nity. We want to THANK YOU ALL for your gifts! Most recently, we have been gifted with two fundraisers, a generous grant, and another great donation of products. The Kuhl family once again sponsored the “Trick or Trot” fundraiser, and the Amery Woman’s Club hosted a wine tasting fundraiser. THANK YOU! In addition, we received a grant from the Amery Community Foundation, as well as a donation of much needed items from Worn Again,
But guess the officer didn’t want to mess with giving tickets to speeders or other law breakers. A council member suggested I fish from a dock on North Twin. Right! All I wanted to do was catch 4-5 fish to eat, not fish all day and just get small ones. I even have problems with some boaters, as they run my line over full throttle, and laughing is common place. Guess in the council eyes, it is better to side with a boater who has a $20,000 boat over a old guy with a $10 pole. On highway F by the golf course and highway F by the bus garage have signs “noise laws are enforced.” I understand those signs as the golfers don’t want a lot of noise when putting. Also the bus drivers need some quiet after hauling a bus load of noisy kids all day. What about the Amery speedway? My guess the sign would be a waste of time and not enforced anyway. One thing that is nice is that the county trucks and Waterman’s trucks drive good and obey the speed laws. Thank you guys and gals. Jerry Eklund Amery, Wis.
God’s Blessings, Shirley Klopotek Co-Executive Director Amery Area Food Pantry
During the upcoming holiday seasons, please know that we are very
Support for women includes the unborn To the Editor, How can anyone say they support women unless they support unborn women? How many of the 55+ million abortions robbed women of life itself and the opportunities life would afford them. We already see repercussions of our devaluation of life and trying to take God out of all of public life in the violence and broken families. There isn’t any person wise enough to lead our
country without God’s wisdom and guidance. It’s true that if we don’t learn from history, it will repeat itself and America is no exception. God is God and He never changes and He judges the shedding of innocent blood. Hopefully it’s not too late to repent and ask for God’s mercy and restoration of America. MaryEllen Olson Amery, Wis.
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Highway 87 pursuit turns dangerous after alleged car theft BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
An Oakdale, Minn. man who was suspected of stealing a vehicle from a restaurant in Luck was arrested Sunday afternoon, following a lengthy police chase that spanned both Polk and Burnett Counties. Novak The driver, Steven J. Novak, 50, of Oakdale, Minn., has a lengthy Minnesota history of drug offenses, terroristic threats, assault, and charges of fleeing and ob-
struction. An officer initially stopped Novak at 2:17 p.m., driving a blue Chevy Trailblazer that had been reported stolen on Highway 87 near County Road G. The officer approached Novak with his gun drawn, and ordered him to place his hands outside the window. Police reports indicate that Novak was initially compliant until the officer told Novak to open the door using the outside handle. Officers report that at this point Novak pulled his hands back in the window and rapidly accelerated north on Highway 87. Reports indicate that the pursuit reached speeds between 70 and 120 miles per hour, with
Novak allegedly passing in no-passing zones, going ‘head on’ with at least one southbound vehicle, and nearly causing several collisions. At approximately 2:21, Polk County officers were asked to end their pursuit at the Burnett County line. Meanwhile Burnett County authorities were on the lookout for fleeing subject, and around 3 p.m. witnessed the same vehicle heading southbound toward Polk County on Highway 87. As the chase re-entered Polk County, officers used tire-deflation devices twice in an attempt to stop Novak, the second time with limited success. Novak eventually led officers into a wood-
Divorces Filed Monday, November 7, 2016 Jessica R. Schmidt, 36, Frederic and Lorin J. Schmidt, 35, Frederic fi led for divorce on October 20, 2016. Lisa M. Coen, 47, Balsam Lake and Thomas J. Coen, 47, Balsam Lake fi led for divorce on October 20, 2016. Amy L. Cherewan, 30, Centuria and Joseph L. Cherewan, 30, St. Croix Falls fi led for divorce on October 24, 2016. Steven D. Kolve, 26, Osceola and Juntine N. Kolve, 23, St. Croix Falls fi led for divorce on October 26, 2016.
Amy T. Olchefske, 40, Osceola and Douglas J. Strain, 48, Osceola fi led for divorce on October 27, 2016. Ashley N. Repka, 26, Eau Claire and Timothy M. Repka, 31, Amery fi led for divorce on October 27, 2016. Nicole A. Gross, 33, Centuria and Troy D. Gross, 41, Turtle Lake fi led for divorce on November 2, 2016. Heather A. Mayer, 29, St. Croix Falls and Gregory T. Mayer, 31, St. Croix Falls fi led for divorce on November 1, 2016. Darrell D. Flodin, 55, Grants-
burg and Diana J. Flodin, 54, Luck fi led for divorce on October 31, 2016. Karen M. Loney, 57, St. Croix Falls and Myron L. Loney, 60, Osceola fi led for divorce on October 31, 2016. Lynn A. Dayton, 53, Amery and Edwin J. Dayton, 52, Amery fi led for divorce on November 1, 2016. Mindy L. Chaney, 37, Amery and Brett M. Chaney, 42, Spooner fi led for divorce on November 2, 2016. Jennifer A. Olander, 35, Amery and Joseph A. Olander, 39, Amery fi led for divorce on November 3, 2016.
ed area of a private residence before coming to a dead end where he was apprehended. Firefighters were also dispatched to the scene when the stopped Trailblazer caught fire. On Monday, Novak was formally charged with taking a vehicle without the owner’s consent, fleeing/eluding an officer, 2nd degree reckless endangerment, and resisting/obstructing an officer. During his initial appearance on Monday, November 7th, Judge Jeffrey Anderson ordered Novak held on a $10,000 cash bond. He is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on Thursday, November 10.
Polk County Marriage Licenses Monday, November 7, 2016 Jeffrey Todd Gutzmer and Jennifer Ann Bristow were issued a marriage license on November 2, 2016. Chad Oliver Phillips and Danielle Mae Golden were issued a marriage license on November 3, 2016. Kirk Dewaine HIscher and Cassae Ann Forest were issued a marriage license on November 3, 2016.
Reports in Support of Probable Cause Monday, November 7, 2016 Michael T. Chevrier, 30, New Richmond was arrested on October 30 for a probation hold. David J. Anderson, 25, Rice Lake was arrested on October 30 for a failure-to-appear warrant. Steven C. Quenette, 44, Spooner was arrested on October 30 for a warrant. Ricky J. Bedell, 37, St. Croix Falls was arrested on November 2 for a warrant. Derek W. Amoroso, 27, Mill-
town was arrested on November 6 for probation hold. Steven A. Seeger, 45, Luck was arrested on November 3 for OWI 3rd and PAC 3rd. Richard A. Randall, 43, Milltown was arrested on November 2 for bail jumping and OWI 3rd. Kevin R. Onsted, 42, Grantsburg was arrested on November 6 for OWI 1st and PAC 1st. Leigha M. VanSickle, 30, Frederic was arrested on October 31 for bail jumping, pos-
session of meth and possession of paraphernalia. James E. Klotz, 23, Rice Lake was arrested on November 1 for obstructing and probation hold. Sean M. Higgins, 28, Amery was arrested on November 2 for disorderly conduct and domestic abuse. Heather L. Emerson, 29, Milltown was arrested on November 2 for domestic disorderly conduct. Jason A. Mudgett, 36, Clay-
ton was arrested on November 5 for domestic battery, probation hold and bail jumping. Jay A. Koschney, 47, Ham Lake was arrested on November 5 for possession of meth and possession of drug paraphernalia. Felicia M. King, 29, Grantsburg was arrested on November 6 for failure to wear seat belt, possession of THC and possession of drug paraphernalia. Ricky J. Bedell, 37, St. Croix
Falls was arrested on November 6 for possession of meth, meth paraphernalia, and bail jumping. Dustin L. Westveer, 31, Balsam Lake was arrested on November 6 for battery. Steven J. Novak, 50, Oakdale, Minn. was arrested on November 6 for operating a vehicle without owner’s consent, knowingly fleeing an officer, 2nd degree reckless endangerment, and obstructing an officer.
Polk County Circuit Court Appearance date: Oct. 18, 2016 Courtney J. Appling, 23, Centuria, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50. Nickolas T. Bergum, 21, St. Croix Falls, possess drug paraphernalia (forfeiture), $268.50; possession of THC (forfeiture), $268.50; operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Scott B. Crossman, 50, Eagan, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30. Dustie S. Fay, 23, North St. Paul, MN, operating while suspended, $200.50; non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30. Dylan P. Gale, 24, Luck, operating
a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50. Troy D. Gildersleeve, 48, Dresser, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30. Jesse a. Gjetdahl, 26, Luck, operating while suspended, $200.50. Emily H. Gross, 20, Centuria, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50. Bobby L. Haes, 35, Amery, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Paula A. Johnson, 51, Amery, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30. Timothy E. Johnson, 38, Luck, non– registration of other vehicle, $175.30. Randall J. Laduke, 38, Amery, ex-
ceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30. Isaiah K. Lane, 18, Centuria, speeding on service road (16-19 mph), $200.50. Edwin M. Leverty, 58, Milltown, possess drug paraphernalia (forfeiture), $269.50. Dori D. Lindlief, 52, Siren, operating while suspended, $200.50; vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10; operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Rebekah L. Lundeen, 45, Center City, MN, personal watercraft – operate without flotation device, $162.70. Lawrence G. Mendez, 44, Forest Lake, MN, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30; operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50;
display unauthorized vehicle plate, $238.30; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; cracked/ damaged vehicle windshield, $175.30. Daniel A. Peper, 50, Milltown, OWI (1st), $937.50; operating with PAC >=0.08, <0.15 (1st), $937.50. Amy R. Seine, 44, St. Paul, MN, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $225.70. Matthew M. Stebbing, 37, White Bear Lake, MN, exceeding speed zones (1115 mph), $175.30. Dylan C. Strait, 18, fail to stop at stop sign, $175.30.
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Amery Police Report 10/28/2016 – 11/03/2016 10/28/16, 12:17AM, Suspicious activity 10/28/16, 09:57AM, 911 hang up 10/28/16, 02:08PM, Fraud report 10/28/16, 05:01PM, Disturbance 10/28/16, 05:35PM, Warrant arrest 10/28/16, 07:34PM, Mental health call 10/29/16, 01:58AM, Disturbance ARMC 10/29/16, 09:30AM, Motor vehicle accident 10/29/16, 12:11PM, Disturbance 10/29/16, 07:12PM, Animal
control call 10/29/16, 08:30PM, Theft report 10/29/16, 10:24PM, Assist other law enforcement 10/29/16, 11:50PM, Business alarm 10/30/16, 01:49AM, Welfare check 10/30/16, 04:34PM, Traffic complaint 10/30/16, 06:46PM, Assist other law enforcement 10/30/16, 07:49PM, Theft report 10/31/16, 07:20AM, Harassment report 10/31/16, 12:30PM, Juvenile call 10/31/16, 03:48PM, Motor ve-
Reward offered in fatal UW Stout attack Memorial fund established in name of slain Business Admin. student MENOMONIE, Wis. — Reward money is being offered for information that leads to the conviction of the person who fatally attacked a University of Wisconsin-Stout student from Saudi Arabia. Chancellor Bob Meyer and Police Chief Eric Atkinson announced a $15,000 reward from private donations and the university’s foundation Wednesday. Separately, the Council on American-Islamic Relations said it’s putting up $5,000 for information leading to the assailant who killed Hussain Saeed Anahdi. The 24-year-old student was beaten early Sunday morning while Halloween revelers were leaving the downtown Menomonie bar district. He died of his injuries Monday. Investigators say they still don’t know what motivated the crime and continue to conduct interviews and scan surveillance video from area businesses. CAIR national director Nihad Awad says there’s a rising number of anti-Muslim incidents nationwide, which raises concerns about a possible bias motive in this case. A memorial fund has been established in the name of Alnahdi . Alnahdi was from Buraydah, Saudi Arabia, and was a junior majoring in business administration. The memorial fund in his name is being administered by the Stout University Foundation, a private fundraising group that supports the university. Officials say how the donated money will be used will be worked out in cooperation with Alnahdi’s family and friends.
hicle accident 10/31/16, 04:10PM, Gas drive off 10/31/16, 04:45PM, Theft report 10/31/16, 05:34PM, Vehicle lockout 10/31/16, 06:44PM, Officers giving out goodies to the kids for Halloween 10/31/16, 07:57PM, Disturbance 10/31/16, 08:17PM, Traffic complaint 10/31/16, 11:30PM, Theft report 11/01/16, 10:30AM, Suspicious activity 11/01/16, 01:45PM, Disturbance
11/01/16, 08:10PM, Assist other law enforcement agency 11/02/16, 08:50AM, Disturbance 11/02/16, 10:39AM, Suspicious activity 11/02/16, 12:45PM, Warrant arrest 11/02/16, 04:41PM, Disturbance 11/03/16, 12:39AM, Noise complaint 11/03/16, 01:05AM, Animal control call 11/03/16, 02:12AM, Assist other law enforcement agency 11/03/16, 07:09AM, Assist other law enforcement agency 11/03/16, 07:23AM, Theft from motor vehicle complaint
11/03/16, 04:15PM, Juvenile call 11/03/16, 07:25PM, Mental health call 11/03/16, 10:29PM, Intoxicated person Arrests: Jason Myhre, 23 of Amery. Felony Warrant out of St. Croix County Sean Higgins, 28 of Amery. Domestic Abuse – Disorderly Conduct Fredrick Tourville, 53 of Amery. Body Only Warrant out of St. Croix County
Convicted sex offender to be released November 15, will relocate to Clayton area The Polk County Sheriff’s Department announces the upcoming release of a convicted sex offender, Ryan A. Olson, 32, who will be residing at 354 65th Avenue in Clayton. Olson is scheduled to be released on November 15. The information says that Olson will be under the supervision of Wisconsin Department of Corrections. Olson was convicted of 4th Olson Degree Sexual Assault of a Child in 2003 as well as Repeated 2nd Deg. Sex. Assault -Same Child. Mr. Olson will be placed on intensive supervision and will be subject to the Wisconsin Department of Corrections Electronic Monitoring Program (EMP). Mr. Olson will be required to register with the Wisconsin Sex Offender Registry Pro
gram. The WI Sex Offender Registry can be located at www.widocoffenders.org. The Polk County Sheriff’s Department adds that sex offenders have always lived in our communities; but it wasn’t until Act 440 (1997) that law enforcement is now able to share this information with the community. The Polk County Sheriff’s Department says that the notification is not intended to increase fear, rather, is their belief that an informed public is a safer public. Any questions or concerns can be directed to the following contacts: Amy Jain, Sex Offender Registry Specialist, 715-635-5587 Stephanie Schmidt, DOC Field Supervisor, 715-931-8010 Marcia Borgen, Probation Agent, 715-9310509
Luck woman receives 3-year federal prison term for wire fraud and income tax evasion MADISON, WIS. -- John W. Vaudreuil, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Lisa Buchholz, 48, Luck, Wis., was sentenced yesterday by Chief U.S. District Judge William Conley to 36 months in federal prison for wire fraud and income tax evasion. Buchholz pleaded guilty to these charges on July 28, 2016. Judge Conley also imposed a three-year term of supervised release, and ordered Buchholz to pay restitution of $193,909.96 to the victim of her fraud scheme. In February 2016, a federal grand jury sitting in Madison, Wis., returned a 13-count indictment against
Buchholz. The indictment alleged that while employed as a bookkeeper for Four Seasons Wood Products (FSWP) in Frederic, Wis., from May 2008 until June 2012, she devised a scheme to defraud the company. The indictment further alleged that Buchholz failed to fi le income tax returns for 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011, and that she committed income tax evasion in 2011 by making false statements to an IRS criminal investigator during an interview in 2013. At yesterday’s sentencing hearing, Judge Conley found that Buchholz caused a fraud loss of $172,176.94 to FSWP, and a tax loss of $111,553 to the IRS. FSWP also incurred more than $21,000 in investigative costs due
to Buchholz’s misconduct. Michael Broten, the owner of FSWP, testified at the sentencing hearing, and told Judge Conley that Buchholz’s conduct nearly destroyed his family business. He told the judge she betrayed Broten’s trust and her embezzlement caused Broten to lay off employees because the company had no money due to Buchholz’s criminal conduct. Judge Conley rejected Buchholz’s claim that she engaged in the criminal conduct because she was a victim of abuse, finding that her last-minute allegations were not supported by any other witnesses, and in fact, were contradicted by other facts in the case. Judge Conley told Buchholz he found
that she had engaged in an outrageous fraud over a long period of time. He also found that she executed the fraud in a very calculated and sophisticated manner. Judge Conley also noted that Buchholz has been fired by her last three employers for engaging in fraud. The charges against Buchholz were the result of an investigation conducted by IRS Criminal Investigation and the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. The prosecution of the case has been handled by Assistant U.S. Attorney Daniel Graber.
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100 Years Ago November 16, 1916
who is a noted state pathologist.
40 Years Ago November 16, 1976
Automobile Burned A 1915 Regal car was totally destroyed by fire at Deronda Sunday evening. The car was the property of Ralph Etner of Osceola who with Thos. Prue drove to Amery from that place and were on their way back when the motor backfired in the carburetor. The blaze spread so rapidly that the whole machine was in flames before anything could be done and no sand or water was available. The car was a total loss.
To Sell BB Dam
Amery Main Street in 1924
Get Final Papers Leo Gross and Berka Margolis were at Balsam Lake Friday where they received their final citizenship papers. J. G. Burman and B. R. Atwood vouched for them as witnesses.
Don’t know what was going on in this great old photo of Amery back in 1924, but it sure brought a lot of folks down town. Lots of cars lined the center of main street, which at that time was not yet paved. The City of Amery paved main street in 1927.
Editorial by Leonard Seekins How Our School Work Will Fit Us For Better Service in Our Community We, as students of this school, through the efforts of the citizens of this community, have been given access to many rare and valuable opportunities. We have been given the use of a large modern building, hundreds of books and the services of a large staff of welltrained teachers. Why? – so that we might become good citizens and carry on the work of our community in an efficient and honorable way. We therefore, have an obligation to fulfill, which is to make good use of the opportunities given us. In order to do so we must have the desire and ambition for knowledge, success, and finally – with these traits, we will reach the aim and objective of humanity, happiness, providing that in our effort of gaining happiness we do not forget the welfare of others. Then there is something more. We will not yet be one. We must pass on the torch, the torch of knowledge and success. It will then be our part to support schools and churches, that the civilization of the community might not cease in its progress and become degenerate, but that it might go forward nobly and victoriously.
ning, his son 11 years old and a 13-year-old neighbor boy, when the father died in an attempt to rescue the two lads after they had fallen through the early fall ice while skating. The dead: Ray Hard, formerly living northwest of Deronda, and on whose farm the drownings took place, in Georgetown on County Trunk I. James Hard, 11 years old. Norbert Spangenberg, 13, son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Spangenberg, who lived across the road from the Hards. The tragedy took place about 5 o’clock Tuesday evening. James and Norbert had gone onto a large pond on the Hard farm, and this pond is 10 feet deep in places. As they skated near the center of the pond the ice broke, the boys Yesterday’s and screaming fell News through. Mr. Hard Diane Stangl heard their screams rushed to the pond and out onto the ice to rescue them. He too, fell through unable to swim because of the ice, which broke as he attempted to pull himself and the boys back onto it. Walter Spangeberg, also hearing the shouts, rushed over. He, too went out on the ice, it broke but the quick work of the other members of the Hard and Spangenberg families, by this time at the scene saved him. They obtained a long pole onto which he clung until hauled out. Hard and the two boys had gone down. It was Polk County’s first drowning of the dangerous early ice season, and authorities Wednesday warned parents and children to stay away from lake, river and pond ice.
75 Years Ago November 13, 1941
70 Years Ago October 31, 1946
Stores Close at 7:00 The stores have been closing at 7:00 p.m. the past week on account of the revival meetings at the Congregational church. The meetings have been well attended.
85 Years Ago November 13, 1931 From the Red Warrior School Page
Triple Tragedy on Early Ice
Harry Margolis Found in Minn.
An Armistice Day tragedy took the lives of a former Deronda farmer Tuesday eve-
According to a telephone conversation with Mrs. Harry Margolis on Wednesday, Har-
ry Margolis was found wandering near Mankato, Minn., last Thursday morning, Oct. 24. The discovery was made by a salesman who took Harry to Minneapolis where he is at the present time with his father and other relatives. He is reported to be a victim of amnesia and can’t remember any events of the past two months. Harry was last seen here Monday, August 5, when he went fishing at Fred Eckert’s Apple River Resort. His boat, car and fishing tackle were found but it appeared that he was a victim of the river. After several days of intensive dragging by the Amery Fire Department, police officers and volunteers, the search was abandoned.
65 Years Ago November 8, 1951 Winter Strikes “Low Blow” in Wind, Cold It seems that the old phrase “we shall have weather, whether or not: definitely apples to this particular section of the Midwest. Not only did the summer months fail to produce any real heat, but the winter has apparently arrived far ahead of any reasonable schedule. Residents of this area have been “shivering in their boots” ever since last Tuesday when the wintry blasts stormed out of the northwest to blanket the countryside with cold and snow. Some .55 inches of moisture fell during the past week in the form of rain and snow. But the biggest news falls in the temperature department. Since last Tuesday at 3 p.m. the thermometer has clung tenaciously below the freezing mark – quite a record even for this frigid climate zone. A record low came on Monday, Nov. 5, when the Black Brook official weather station, operated by the Wisconsin Hydro Electric Company found the reading to be five below the zero mark.
Car-Train Crash at Crossing “We just looked up and there
was the biggest locomotive we’ve ever seen, right there in front of us,” declared one of three high school students involved in a car-train collision at the crossing just west of Amery on county trunk “F.” Fortunately, the trio, composed of Roland Rickey, Ardell Hubert and Richard Thode, escaped serious injury but the Model A Ford in which they were riding was almost demolished from the impact. They were coming to Amery when they met the 1:45 Soo Line train. The sequence of events leading up to the accident began the night before when a Model A, belonging to Dick Thode, father of Richard, stalled for Richard out in that section of the country. During the afternoon Friday, the trio secured a ride to the scene and managed to get it started after considerable coaxing. Apparently in a hurry to get back to school they ventured onto the crossing without looking for any oncoming trains. And their troubles are not over yet…Right now they are being punished for cutting classes Friday.
Autopsy Slated in James Wasson Death The body of James Wasson was exhumed in Amery on Wednesday so that an autopsy could be performed to determine the cause of his death, Oct. 31. Death came to Wasson at the Cumberland hospital. It was reported that death was due to a blow suffered as he worked in a Clam Falls lumber camp and that it occurred following a fall down stairs. M. J. Hughes of the Employers’ Mutual Insurance informed this newspaper that the autopsy was being made for the purpose of insurance settlement and with the consent of the deceased’s family. Inasmuch as there is no criminal action involved, no court order was necessary to remove the body for examination. Here to examine the body will be Dr. Kelly of Wausau,
John Lundgren, chairman of the county property committee, told the county board on Wednesday that his committee had been contacted about leasing the Black Brook dam on the Apple River to Northwestern Electric. “They are interested in the dam and putting it back to use,” he declared. Lundgren pointed out that under terms of a proposed lease the firm would guarantee the county $1,000 and possibly over $2,000 based on the amount of electricity generated over 50 years. The hang-up, according to the committee chairman, was that the county would be responsible for repairs to the dam. “The committee started thinking we would be better off trying to sell the dam,” he declared. Acting Board Chairman Ray Bauerfield said that NSP had spent $48,000 13 years ago to repair the structure before it was transferred to the county and that the county spent $75,000 two years ago for repairs. According to Lundgren the firm is willing to pay the county $6,300 for the dam with the county retaining the park and house. Lundgren said he thought the price of the dam was negotiable. The board unanimously approved the sale of the dam and told the committee to seek the best price.
Deer Park Village Purchases Former School Building A purchase price and agreement were set for the purchase of the Deer Park school by the village of Deer Park at the regular board of education session Monday, Nov. 15. “After we originally didn’t want the building because of its location and the upkeep some groups, the 4-H and the American Legion, have approached us,” Ted Olson, representing the Deer Park Village council, said. In the discussion, Carlson said in the past all rural schools had been offered to the local government to buy the building at a reasonable cost. “The only stipulation was that the building had to be used as a community center for five years and the building would be sold with a quit claim deed,” Carlson noted. Ed Neitge pointed out that the Deer Park school had many rooms that probably wouldn’t be used. He continued that they might be used to gain income to help heat the building. A motion by Williamson to sell the school to the village of Deer Park for $1000 with the five-year stipulation plus the legal fees passed on a roll call vote 5-0.
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60th Anniversary celebration focusing on family fun and health Join Amery Hospital & Clinic on Saturday, November 12, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the hospital located on 265 Griffin Street East for this free informational event. Chomp and friends will host fun activities and games for children. Talk with medical specialists about the latest in family care, cancer prevention, women’s services, mental health, wound healing and more. Other featured attractions include free car seat safety checks by appointment. Call 715268-8698. Highlights include: •Meet our physicians •Fun with Chomp & friends •Free blood pressure checks •Free blood sugar checks •Teddy Bear Clinic –bring in your teddy bear for a check-up with our pediatric care team •Ambulance Tours •Photo booth •Activities & Games •Giveaways & drawings •Appetizers and much more
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AREA CHURCHES AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor www.ameryflc.org Every Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school for ages 3 to 103; 10:15 a.m. Worship Service. Every Wednesday: 7 p.m Youth Group. Several small groups meet throughout the week. Call the church office for details 715-268-9218 APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for all ages; 10:15 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Worship/Children’s Church. Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study. Wednesday: 10:15 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 5:30 p.m. One Way Club. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Wednesday, Nov. 9: 9 a.m. Bible Study; 6 p.m. Confirmation. Sunday, Nov. 13: 8:30 a.m. Sunday Youth Sessions; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:15 a.m. Holy Worship. Tuesday, Nov. 15: 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, Nov. 9: Newsletter Submission Deadline; 3:30 p.m. Homework & Hangout; 5:30 p.m. FUEL (Faith Used in Everyday Life) at Our Saviors/Turkey Trot; 7 pm. Choir Rehearsal. Thursday, Nov. 10: 8 a.m. Pastoral Leaders; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study. Friday, Nov. 11: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens. Saturday, Nov. 12: 6 a.m. Food set up for Ruby’s Pantry; 8 a.m. Car Care; 9 a.m. Ruby’s Pantry Food Distribution. Sunday, Nov. 13: 8:30 a.m. MT17 meeting; 10 a.m. Worship/ Blessing of the Hunters; 11:15 a.m. Trustee Meeting. Monday, Nov. 14: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 7 p.m. Boy Scouts. Tuesday, Nov. 15: 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, Nov. 9: 6 p.m. JAM at Little Falls; 6 p.m. FUEL Turkey Trot at Our Savior’s; 7 pm. SWY (2nd Wednesday Youth) at Little Falls. Thursday, Nov. 10: 9 a.m. Quilting; 5 p.m. Gather Meal at Deronda; 6:30 p.m. ELCA Conference Assembly at North Valley Lutheran. Sunday, Nov. 13: Thankoffering Sunday and Blessing Deer Hunters; 11 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, Nov. 15: 7 p.m. NUIC Council meet at Trinity. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.deronda church.net EAST BALSAM BAPTIST, 1816 108th St./CTH I, Balsam Lake, Gabriel Brennan, pastor www.eastbalsam.org 715-857-5411 Sunday: 9 a.m. Worship service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school. Tuesday: Women’s Ministry; 9 a.m. Bible Study. EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 9: 6 p.m. FUEL at Our Savior’s; 7 p.m. Council meeting. Thursday, Nov. 10: 6:30 p.m. Apple River Conference Assembly at North Valley. Sunday, Nov. 13: 9:30 a.m. Education; 10:30 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, Nov. 15: 9 a.m. Quilting; 5 p.m. Serve at Serenity Home.
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.
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FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 9: 5 p.m. Church in Society; 5:15 p.m. Supper; 6 p.m. FUEL at Our Savior’s; 7 p.m. Church Council. Thursday, Nov. 10: 8 a.m. Bible Study at Ida’s; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon. Friday, Nov. 11: Godstock at Eau Claire. Saturday, Nov. 12: 8 a.m. Car Care. Sunday, Nov. 13: 9 a.m. Worship; Food for the Poor; 10:15 a.m. Sunday School, Choir. Tuesday, Nov. 15: 6:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; 1:30 p.m. Handbells; 6:30 p.m. Sons of Norway. FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 9: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 4-8 p.m. Smorgasbord (Confirmation Youth serve). Thursday, Nov. 10: 1 p.m. Priscilla Circle at Church; 2 p.m. Joanna Circle at Ridgeview Apartments; 6:30 p.m. Church Council; 7 p.m. Grief Group at Community Center. Saturday, Nov. 12: 1-4 p.m. Lavon Sander’s 90th Birthday Party. Sunday, Nov. 13: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship; 9 a.m. Choir practice; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 9:40 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship; 11 a.m. Church Potluck; 6-8 p.m. Knotty Pine 4-H meeting. Tuesday, Nov. 15: 9 a.m. Quilting; 10 a.m. Staff 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.
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“Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord, always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.” —Ephesians 5: 19-20 NIV
usic is truly a universal language. We don’t need to understand the lyrics to know whether a song is happy or sad because the music literally speaks the language of our souls, pulling our heartstrings or uplifting our spirits in the process. It is amazing how readily our spirits can be moved by music. Armies have harnessed the power of music for centuries with marching music and fight songs, and we all know the power of music to make us weep. Under the right circumstances, a sad song will move everybody to tears. One of the more potent uses of music is to help us complete our work, especially when the work is long and hard. When armies march, there’s a reason they sing cadences; it keeps them all in step and it motivates them. For work that we’re not particularly enthusiastic about, a happy upbeat song can keep us going. Most activities can be improved with the right music, so whether you are literally or figuratively dancing to the music, sing a song unto the Lord and use music to enhance your life. – Christopher Simon
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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED 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, Nov. 9: 6 p.m. JAM at Little Falls; 6 p.m. FUEL Turkey Trot at Our Savior’s; 7 p.m SWY (2nd Wednesday Youth) at Little Falls. Thursday, Nov. 10: W/ELCA at Little Falls; 6:30 p.m. ELCA Conference Assembly at North Valley Lutheran. Sunday, Nov. 13: Thankoffering Sunday and Blessing Deer Hunters; 8 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, Nov. 15: 9 a.m. Quilting at Little Falls; 7 p.m. NUIC Council meet at Trinity.. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.little fallschurch.net LIVING WORD CHAPEL, Hwy 64 at Forest Randy Dean, pastor Sunday: 8:45-9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10 am. Main service. Wednesday: 7:30 pm. Adults and Teen Ministry. MENNONITE CHURCH, 1681 6 1/2 St., Co. Hwy. P North, Almena, 715-357-3321 Sunday: 10 a.m. Sunday school, all ages; 10:45 a.m. Sunday worship service; 7:45 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, Nov. 9: 12 p.m. Men’s Table Talk; 1:30 p.m. Abigail at Rita Skone’s; 6-8 p.m. FUEL Turkey Trot-OSLC; 5 p.m. 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer; 7 p.m. Sr. Choir. Thursday, Nov. 10: 8:15 a.m. Weigh-In; 8:30 a.m. Bible Study; 1:30 p.m. Martha Circle; 6:30 p.m. Apple River Conference Assembly at North Valley Lutheran. Friday, Nov. 11: 7 p.m. Salvation Army Backpack Fundraiser w/Jim Blaha and Karar Dance Academy, volunteer to ring; Godstock. Saturday, Nov. 12: “Meet Me in St. Louis” play at the High school 11th-13th; Godstock. Sunday, Nov. 13: Commitment Sunday; Our quilts will be on the pews!; 9 a.m. Worship service w/communion; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Martin Luther Movie/Discussion; Youth return from Godstock. Monday, Nov. 14: Pack up quilts. Tuesday, Nov. 15: 1 p.m. Quilting; 4:30 p.m. Women of ELCA. 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, Nov. 9: 5:30 p.m. Confirmation; 7:15 p.m. Choir practice. Sunday, Nov. 13: 9:30 a.m. Worship and Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship. Tuesday, Nov. 15: Craft Day.
REEVE EVANGELICAL FREE, Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake, www.reevechurch.org Sunday: 9 am. Worship service; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship Time. Wednesday nights: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study and Prayer; Kids Club, Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group (Sept.-May). A variety of small groups (AA, men’s & women’s) are also held throughout the week. ST. BARNABAS EPISCOPAL, 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: Saturday, Nov. 12, Holiday Bazaar; Sunday, Nov. 13, RCIA Meet and Greet 11:30 a.m.; ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Thursday, Nov. 10: 7 p.m. Bible Study. Sunday, Nov. 13: 8 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. CoffKANABEC ee Fellowship. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Sunday, Nov. 13: 8:45 a.m. Sunday school; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:45 a.m. Ladies Meet; Confirmation. Monday, Nov. 14: Pastor visiting shut-ins; 6:30 p.m. 4-H meets at St. Paul. Tuesday, Nov. 15: 6:30 p.m. Bible Study. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake John Redlich, pastor Saturday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 11 a.m. Worship service; Head Elder David Scott 715-263-3367. Mid-week service: Wednesday 7 p.m. THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY PINE CITY 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, Nov. 9: 6 p.m. JAM at Little Falls; 6 p.m. FUEL Turkey Trot at Our Savior’s; 7 p.m. SWY (2nd Wednesday Youth) at Little Falls. Thursday, Nov. 10: 6:30 p.m. ELCA Conference Assembly at North Valley Lutheran. Sunday, Nov. 13: Thankoffering Sunday and Blessing Deer Hunters; 9:30 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, Nov. 15: 7 p.m. NUIC Council meet at Trinity. See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 9: 5:45 p.m. Worship Team 2 Practice; 6:15 p.m. CREW (Youth Group); 6:30 p.m. Adult Small Groups. Thursday, Nov. 3: 3:15-4:30 p.m. CEF Party. Saturday Nov. 12: 7 a.m. Men’s Prayer Breakfast. Sunday, Nov. 13: 8:30-9:45 a.m. Sunday school, Confirmation, Youth; 9:30 a.m. Worship Team 2 practice; 10 a.m. Worship service; Choir practice after service. Tuesday, Nov. 15: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer; 1 p.m. Ridgeview Small Group. UNITED METHODIST, GLENHILLS PARISH Marybeth Scow, pastor Emerald UMC: 8:30 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. Glenwood City UMC: 9:45 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. Downing UMC: 11 a.m. Worship with Sunday school. WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Rexford D. Brandt, pastor Wednesday, Nov. 9: 9 a.m. Men’s work group; 6:15 p.m. Confirmation meal; 7 p.m. Confirmation classes; 7 p.m. HS COUNTY Youth Group. Saturday, Nov. 12: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Lutefisk Dinner and Bazaar. Sunday, Nov. 13: 8 and 10:30 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 6:30 p.m. Finance committee. THURSDAY, Tuesday, Nov. 15: 6 p.m. Stewardship & Evangelism com- SEPTEM VOL. 131 NO. 19 www.mora mittees; 7 p.m. Council meeting. 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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Lucille C “Lucy” Witthoft Lucille C. “Lucy” Witthoft, age 75 of Mahtomedi, MN, formerly of Clear Lake, WI died on Saturday, October 29, 2016 at Coventry Senior Living in Mahtomedi. Lucille Catherine Witthoft was born on May 30, 1941 in Amery, WI, the daughter of Paul and Florence (Williams) Cress. She grew up on her parent's dairy farm in Clear Lake and loved all the animals there, especially her bandy chickens. Lucy would often ride her pony Nipper to school. Lucy and John Witthoft began dating in High School and were king and queen of the prom. They graduated from Clear Lake High school in 1959. After high school, Lucy moved to St. Paul and lived with John’s sisters Pat Jungmann and Jo Witthoft and worked as a secretary at St. Paul Fire & Marine. She later became a personal secretary for Robert Short, owner of the Minneapolis Laker's. Lucy was married to John Witthoft on August 16, 1962 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Clear Lake, WI and together made their home in Eau Claire, WI. They moved several times before eventually settling down in Superior, WI where they raised four children, Mike, Jeff, Jodi, Laurie. She worked at the University of Minnesota Duluth in Information Services as an executive secretary for 35 years. Lucy enjoyed driving over the high bridge with a view of Lake Superior every morning and had a great time with her lunch bunch. She retired in 2007. She was active in the Catholic church in Superior (St. Francis), and enjoyed gardening, house plants, sewing, crafts, and animals. Lucy was a fantastic mother and homemaker and celebrated every holiday with decorations, food and family gatherings. She remained spunky and independent throughout her struggle with Alzheimer's. She is preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Florence Cress. Survived by sons, Mike (Karen) Witthoft of Superior and Jeff (Debbie) Witthoft of Algonquin, IL; daughters, Jodi (Mike) Kaericher of Mahtomedi, MN and Laurie Dalhberg of Superior; grandchildren, J.P. and Megan Witthoft, Maggie and Luke Kaericher and Kaylee Dahlberg; brother, Bill Cress of Hastings, MN; nephews and nieces, Chad (Jenn) Cress, Jason Cress, and Stacy (Joshua) Williams; many other nieces, nephews, family and friends Funeral Mass was at St. John's Catholic Church in Clear Lake, WI on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. John Long officiating. Music was provided by Marian Schmitz and St. John’s Choir. Interment was at St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery in Glenwood City. Casket Bearers were Bill Cress, Mike Kaericher, Chad Cress, Jeff Witthoft, Jason Cress and Mike Witthoft. Scheuermann Funeral Home in Clear Lake, WI was handling the arrangements www.clearlakefuneralhome.com
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Red Cedar Symphony joins with the Pipe Organ to make magnificent music Organist Lynn Emmons headlines the Red Cedar Symphony’s Fall Concerts on November 12 and 13, when the RCS and pipe organ will perform movements II and IV from the famous but rarely heard Symphony No. 3 “avec orgue” (with organ) by Camille Saint-Saens, along with the lively Polka and Fugue from Jaromir Weinberger’s opera Schwanda the Bagpiper. Emmons will then take the stage alone to perform Theodore Dubois’ Toccata in G Major, considered to be one of the composer’s finest organ works. Fittingly, the title of the concerts is “Collaborations,” as the orchestra joins first with the pipe organ and then with the Bethany Belles, the handbell choir of Bethany Lutheran Church in Rice Lake, to perform St. Olaf College Music Professor Steven Amundson’s Ring Gladsome Bells. The piano then enters with a select group of orchestra musicians for a medley of ragtime music by Scott Joplin. Finally, the orchestra
alone plays Felix Mendelssohn’s dramatic Hebrides Overture, evocative of the rocks and ocean waves of those Scottish islands. Performances take place on Saturday, November 12 at 7 p.m. at Chetek Lutheran Church, 1419 2nd Street in Chetek, and on Sunday, November 13 at 4 p.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church, 35 West Messenger Street, Rice Lake. Admission is $15 for adults; students 21 and under are admitted free Established in 1983 the RCS is based in Rice Lake and also performs regularly in other communities in the region. Musicians in the orchestra are drawn from throughout northwestern Wisconsin, including Cumberland, Ladysmith, Spooner, Exeland, Chetek, Trego, Springbrook, Bruce, Hayward, Winter, Bloomer, Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire, and Osseo. For more information, please visit our web site at www. RedCedarSymphony.org.
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Wayne B. “Wiener” Tronrud
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Wayne B. “Wiener” Tronrud, age 63 of rural Clear Lake, WI, passed away unexpectedly on November 4, 2016 at the Amery Regional Medical Center. Wayne Bruce Tronrud was born on July 1, 1953, in Amery, WI, the son of Edwin and Eleanor (Anderson) Tronrud. He grew up in the Clear Lake area, attended school in Connersville, and graduated from Boyceville High School in 1971. In 1973, Wayne joined the US Army and served in Germany. He was honorably discharged in 1976. Upon his return to Clear Lake, Wayne worked as a “Garbologist” for Community Sanitation and later as a Sanitation Engineer for Waterman’s in Amery for many years. He enjoyed organizing community softball leagues, watching professional wrestling and affectionately became know as “Wiener” for his love of skin on hot dogs and popsicles. In 1985, Wayne inherited his parents 80 acre farm where he raised beef cattle, a business that he ran as “Wiener’s Fantasy Ranch”. In his trademark overalls and yellow Chevy Cobalt vehicle, Wayne enjoyed visiting with family and friends and was known for his regularly scheduled trips to various eateries and meeting places in and around the Clear Lake area. He will be sorely missed by those who knew him. Wayne is preceded in death by his parents, Edwin and Eleanor; his brother Alan; and sister, Susan. He is survived by brothers, Dean (Mirasol) Tronrud of Clear Lake and Dale (Evelyn) Tronrud of Eugene OR; brother-in-law, John Didlo of Clam Falls/Center, TX; nieces and nephew, Jamie Nelson of Acapulco, Mexico, Kari Ann Nelson (Don Filter) of Eau Claire and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Tronrud of Clear Lake; many other relatives and friends. Memorial service will be at 6 p.m. on Thursday, November 10, 2016 at the Scheuermann Funeral Home in Clear Lake, with Rev. Mark Woeltge officiating. Visitation will be there from 4 - 6 pm. at the funeral home. There will be a Celebration of Life on Thursday evening at Kisner’s Korner in Connersville following the Memorial Service. Burial will be at West Akers Cemetery on Saturday at 2 p.m. with Military Honors by the Clear Lake Area All Veterans Honor Guard Scheuermann Funeral Home and Cremation Services handled the arrangements www.clearlakefuneralhome.com
Gene L. Anderson passed away at his home in rural Clayton on Monday, October 31, 2016 at the age of 87. Gene was born the son of Hjalmer and Mabel (Lewis) Anderson on December 18, 1928. He was born at home in Clear Lake, Wisconsin. After graduating from the Clear Lake High School Gene went to work for Stella Cheese in Clayton, Wisconsin. In 1951 he entered the United States Army and served during the Korean Conflict. He was discharged from active duty in 1952, but remained in the reserves until 1956. On August 8, 1953 he was united in marriage to Betty Hayle. They made their home in the Clayton area and in 1959 moved to the home on 20th street near Lake Magnor. Gene enjoyed the outdoors. He spent time gardening, fishing, camping and snowmobiling. He especially liked his time at the hunting shack, first with friends for a number of years in Hayward and more recently with his family at the shack near Gordon, Wisconsin. Gene was an avid Twins and Packers fan. Gene was preceded in death by his parents, wife Betty, sister Muriel Wickboldt, and brothers James, Gaylord and Kenneth. Surviving family members include his three sons: Rod (Cathy) Anderson, Rick (Paula) Anderson and Randy (Debbie) Anderson; nine grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren as well as other relatives and friends. Funeral services were on Monday, November 7, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. from Faith Lutheran Church in Clayton, Wisconsin. There was visitation at the Williamson-White Funeral Home on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. and for the hour prior to the service at the church. Interment was at the Marsh Lake Cemetery in rural Clayton. 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.
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Confirmation at local churches Sunday, October 30
Faith Lutheran Confirmation Reformation Sunday October 30th was confirmation Sunday at Faith Lutheran in Balsam Lake. They’re a great bunch of youth that the church is quite proud of. Front row, left to right: Nick Paulsen, Jaxon Flaherty, Jake Bloom, Luke Flaherty and Jack Register. Back: Madalyn Kolstad, Samantha Stryker, Amber Wetterau and Pastor Diane Norstad.
St. Joseph Catholic Confirmation Bishop James Powers presided over Confirmation Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church on October 30th, 2016. He was assisted by Fr. Gene Murphy and Deacon Larry Amell. Peter Wieczorek served as Catechist for this class. Confirmation Students pictured are: Max Goulet, Hannah Weinzierl, Carl Oman, McKenzie Hammons, Allen Kobernick, Isabella Byrnes, Thomas Christensen, Ryan Heiss. Not Pictured Alex Briseno.
How German phrases helped a pharmacist build a community BY J. CARLISLE LARSEN WISCONSIN PUBLIC RADIO
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Drive along West Burleigh Street in Milwaukee and you'll likely pass a quiet store labeled “Carter” on the front. This is the home of a pharmacy owned by Lester Carter, and it has been a fixture on the city's north side for nearly half a century. It has seen neighbors come and go, but through the last 50 years, Carter has stood at the helm. Lester Carter is a transplant to Wisconsin from Omaha, Nebraska. But his journey to America's Dairyland was slightly more circuitous. Upon graduating from high school in 1949, Carter, like many young men at the time, joined the armed services. Carter enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served during the Korean War. He was in charge of the sick bay of the U.S.S. Tortuga, but also was part of the crew that helped remove land mines. “And boy, was that a hideous job,” Carter said in an interview with WPR. But after he left the Navy, his time in the sick bay inspired him to stay in the medical field, and so he decided to use his experiences and head to pharmacy school. This was a good, but challenging choice for him, he said. “Boy, I never dreamed how tough it
was. Holy mackerel,” Carter said. “Eighteen hours of inorganic chemistry, organic physics. I'm going to go nuts.” Wisconsin Public Radio reports that Carter credits a kind neighbor with helping boost his confidence in the field. “Fortunately,” Carter said. “There was a fellow that lived across the street from me (who) was kind enough to help tutor me. And after that, I said, `Boy, I think I can make it.”' As Carter wrapped up his schooling and his internship in Omaha, he was occasionally asked to work in the pharmacy of a close family friend who had put down roots in Milwaukee. After several years of working in Milwaukee and in two stores, the first burned down - Carter decided to open up his own store despite not really knowing anyone in the city. His decision led him to a store at 2400 West Burleigh St., where he has been ever since. “The whole sale was handled with a handshake,” Carter said. “Can you imagine that in today's world?” In the late 1960s, the area surrounding Carter's pharmacy was a predominantly white, German neighborhood. And, Carter said, he definitely stood out compared to his neighbors. As an African-American pharmacist from Nebraska, he was worried his patrons might question his aptitude at the
job. So, he asked for some advice from the man who had previously owned the store. And what he got was a crash course in the German language. “He said, `Do exactly like I tell you',” Carter recalls. “He said, `When the ladies come in the morning, looking around, the German ladies, you look them directly in the eye and stand straight and tall and say, `Wie gehts meine Frau?”' which means “How are you ma'am?” in English. When Carter asked what he should say to the men who came to his store, his friend told him to switch the end of the question to, “mein Herr,” or in English, sir. And Carter said simply learning a little bit of the German language helped him make connections in the neighborhood. “The next morning, I said that to the ladies and then to the men,” Carter said. “And they all said, `You know, that guy can't be all bad if he speaks German,' And from then on it was nothing but love.” The connection with the community helped Carter go beyond a pharmacist who filled prescriptions to being the person people consulted on other medical issues. Carter sees himself as treating the whole body, not just treating certain symptoms. One story he tells is of a mother whose
child was suffering from the contagious fungal infection known as ringworm. Unable to go to school, the mother needed to stay home from work to watch the child. These predicaments encouraged Carter to go back to his roots to create compounds that would be safe and effective for his customers. The first compound spawned nearly 12 more compounds people still purchase today. After being a pharmacist for more than 40 years, Carter said his connection with his customers brings him the greatest pleasure. “(It brings me joy) When people come back,” he said. “I still work four days a week. And (people) come back and say, `I'm the third generation,' `The fourth generation', and `You took care of my grandmother.' And `When I was a baby, and I had this, and you cleared it up, now here's my grandchild with this problem,' and that brings satisfaction.” And while Carter no longer owns his store, he's still a frequent presence at the pharmacy during the week dispensing medicine and conversation in the neighborhood where he put down roots by simply asking, “How are you?” in German.
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In Remembrance of Ralph Elmer on his 100th Birthday 11-11-16 and Happy Birthday to Mike Elmer on his 64th Birthday
The moment that you died, our hearts split in two, the one side filled with memories, the other died with you. We often lie awake at night, when the world is fast asleep and take a walk down memory lane, with tears upon our cheeks. Remembering you is easy, we do it every day, but missing you is a heartache, that never goes away. We hold you tightly within our hearts, and there you will remain, life has gone on without you, but it will never be the same. This life given us is short, but the memory of you Michael is eternal. Happy Birthday on November 13th. Love always, Mom, Dad, Sue, Bonnie and Cindy
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Walker: Report Indicates Efforts to Fight Drug Abuse in Wisconsin on Track Madison – Governor Scott Walker released his Weekly Radio Address this week, addressing the state’s progress in its Prescription Drug Monitoring Program. “This week, the state released its first report highlighting the progress of Wisconsin’s Prescription Drug Monitoring Program,” said Walker. “The report indicates our efforts to prevent drug abuse in Wisconsin are moving in the right direction, as the number of opioid prescription doses has decreased by 8.2 million. “Numbers show that between July 1 and September 30 of this year, Wisconsin saw a 9.6 percent reduction in opioid prescriptions and a 9.8 percent reduction in drug doses compared to the same time last year. “This is good news, but there is more work to be done. “Drug abuse and overdoses are serious concerns for us. In 2014, more citizens of our state died as a result of drug overdoses than from motor vehicle crashes, and looking at the ten year time period from 2004 to 2014, the number of drug overdoses that led to deaths doubled.
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REVENUES Taxes General Property Taxes Intergovernmental Revenues Licenses & Permits Intergovernmental Charges Miscellaneous Revenues TOTAL REVENUES
754,337 264,725 30,310 66,000 1,000 1,116,372
762,106 265,686 20,790 66,000 1,000 1,115,582
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EXPENDITURES General Government Public Safety Public Works Recycling Health & Human Services Culture, Recreation & Education Conservation & Development Miscellaneous Expenditures Capital Expenditure Fund Debt Service - Gravel Pit TOTAL EXPENDITURES
120,430 208,000 692,890 500 1,100 5,646 1,077 200 20,000 66,529 1,116,372
116,785 203,000 700,045 500 1,100 6,346 1,077 200 20,000 66,529 1,115,582
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AREA BOWLING SCORES Spare Time Bowl Bar & Grill, Turtle Lake SUNDAY NIGHT MIXED COUPLES Division 1 Becker ..................................................... 19 Pabst/Graber ....................................... 16 Larson/Kern ......................................... 16 Yeske/Nevin ......................................... 14 Wick/Heintz ..........................................13 BBT ............................................................9 Division 2 Off Constantly..................................... 26 Brown/Everson ...................................25 Nottom/Zemke...................................22 Becker/Monson ...................................22 Hegg/Carlson...................................... 20 Anderson/Johnson ............................ 14 High game, men: Gary Nottom 257, Dave Paul 230, Dan Lundgren 225, HB Becker 223, Jim Becker 213, John Anderson 213, Mike Elwood 211, Jordan Blomberg 211, Ryan Monson 204, Adam Zemke 203. High game, women: Ali Blomberg 201, Lori Larson 180, Kim Shafer 179, Bekka Zemke 168, Oreen Nottom 167, Connie Graber 164, Jennifer Johnson 164, Jamie Elfers 161, Trudi Pabst 160, Debbie Thill 160. High series, men: Gary Nottom 644, HB Becker 602, Dave Paul 584, Dan Lundgren 582, Jim Becker 570, Adam Zemke 550, Brad Graber 548, Ryan Monson 547, John Anderson 546, Stretch Broker 537. High series, women: Lori Larson 478, Kim Shafer 474, Bekka Zemke 466, Ali Blomberg 463, Oreen Nottom 447, Trudi Pabst 443, Jamie Elfers 441, Connie Graber 433, Virginia Carlson 424, Debbie Thill 412. MONDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Becker’s Truckin..................................44 Countyline Dairy................................. 42 Spare Time Bowl..................................41 Bye .............................................................8 Division 2 Bowlin Buddies...................................64 Austads Super Valu............................35 No Wicks Moravit ................................32 Clear Lake Auto ...................................22 High game: Orreen Nottom 212, Kathy Eggers 210, Lori Larson 186, Judy Ullom 181, Kathleen Scott 180, Deanne Moravitz 171, Brenda Levine 164, Gwen Johannsen 161, Connie Graber 160, Beth Knops 159. High series: Lori Larson 518, Kathy Eggers 495, Brenda Levine 466, Orreen Nottom 465, Connie Graber 452, Judy Ullom 448, Kathleen Scott 439, Rita Andersen 439, Deanne Moravitz 432, Amy Anderson 416. TUESDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Nordquist Trucking............................44 Red Cedar Accounting ...................... 39 Range Fire Dept. ................................. 36 Sexy Mama’s ........................................32 Division 2 Spare Time........................................... 45 The Dead End’s ................................... 38 Charlie’s Place ..................................... 36 True Value.............................................. 18 High game: Renee Glowe 213, Lonnie Stowell 201, Cheryl Harshman 194, Laurel Cap 176, Pavinee Haavisto 176, Barb Weiss 175, Kelley VanHeuklom 175, Lori Larson 172, Sylvia Stetler 170, Sherri Munkelwitz 165.
High series: Renee Glowe 565, Lonnie Stowell 529, Laurel Cap 521, Lori Larson 496, Sherri Munkelwitz 473, Barb Weiss 466, Cheryl Harshman 466, Kelley VanHeuklom 457, Mitzi Hawkins 457, Pavinee Haavisto 445. SPARE TIME MEN’S Division 1 Spare Time....................................... 211.0 Hoff’s Construct ............................166.0 Anderson Storage ........................ 149.5 Scheps Dairy .................................... 141.0 Division 2 Perfect Image ................................ 192.5 Austad’s Super Valu.....................189.0 7 Brothers ........................................ 185.5 Floor’s & More ................................183.0 Division 3 Narrows Waterfront ..................... 177.5 Danca’s Kar Korral .........................152.5 Sanmina ............................................121.5 Grosskreutz Crop.............................97.0 Division 4 Busy B’s ............................................. 151.0 Hotel Bar & Grill .............................146.5 Elfers Resident............................... 124.0 Lefty’s Hookers............................... 119.5 High game: Larry Anderson 258, Scott Danca 244, Mike Dietrich 244, Tom Roessler 244, Scott Veenendall 244, Craig Niemann 241, Ryan Monson 239, Ed Hougdahl 237, Gary Warner 237, Dave Hawkins 236, Randy Bremness 228, Jim Becker 226, Brandon Anderson 224, Korey Kirwan 223, Bob Albee 222, Dean Munkelwitz 222, John Anderson 220, Ethan Kettenacker 216, Paul Schumacher 215, Richard Timm 215, Adam Zemke 214, Dan Lundgren 214, Tony Cifaldi 214, Brandon Peetz 213, Hjalmer Gerloff 213. High series: Larry Anderson 708, Craig Niemann 667, Scott Danca 663, Tom Roessler 662, Scott Veenendall 652, Dean Munkelwitz 621, John Anderson 615, Gary Warner 609, Richard Timm 608, Tony Cifaldi 607, Brandon Anderson 606, Ed Hougdahl 603, Jeff Becker 601, Randy Bremness 601, Paul Schumacher 593, Ryan Johnson 590, Bob Albee 587, Rob Erickson 585, Mike Dietrich 584, Ryan Monson 579, Adam Zemke 572, Jim Becker 568, Dave Hawkins 567, Dan Lundgren 564, Brandon Peetz 562. SENIOR’S Alley Kats...........................................28.0 Handy Kats .......................................23.0 Old Kats..............................................23.0 Kool Kats ...........................................23.0 Bad Kats.............................................22.0 Top Kats .............................................22.0 Tom Kats.............................................21.0 Leinie Kats......................................... 18.0 High game, men: Jim Glowe 214, Hjalmer Gerloff 206, Dennis Kuhn 203, Bill Pickard 197, Jim Buckman 196, Jim Pickard 193, Bill Gelting 174, Jerry Schmidt 173, Davie Yeske 169, Howard Davis 168. High game, women: Renee Glowe 190, Carol Hannula 153, Sandy Berglund 139, Betty Duenow 135, Judy Benes 116, Jinnie Lietzow 110. High series, men: Dennis Kuhn 592, Jim Glowe 577, Jim Pickard 548, Bill Pickard 539, Hjalmer Gerloff 535, Jim Buckman 499, Bill Gelting 462, Harvey Becker 460, Bud Merriman 459, Jerry Schmidt 457. High series, women: Renee Glowe 544, Carol Hannula 393, Betty Duenow 382, Sandy Berglund 372, Judy Benes 332, Jinnie Lietzow 287.
Club 53 Bar & Lanes, Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Tac Two .............................................. 87.5 Shoreview ........................................ 64.5 Division 2 Dick’s Fresh Market .......................96.0 Amery True Value ...........................72.0 High games: Gary Nottom 224213, Steve Bryant 219, Richard Trauley 201, Curt Wears 201, Jim Knutson 201. High series: Gary Nottom 610, Rod Gehrman 569, Jim Knutson 556. TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Northwest Communications ..... 115.0 Club 53 ............................................... 84.5 Division 2 Chet Johnson Drug ........................ 98.5 Waterside ......................................... 59.0 High games: Lee Jones 279, Josh Gould 249-202, Chad Elmer 228, Will Schaffer 223, Bill Peterson 213, Bob Oulette 208. High series: Josh Gould 640, Will Schaffer 589, Lee Jones 589, Bill Peterson 576, Scott Sorensen 558. WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Preferred Lawn................................83.5 Amery Fire Department .............. 66.5 Division 2 Lamperts .........................................103.0 Club 53 ............................................... 94.0 High games: Beau Gorres 246-
235, Jerod Wollan 237-211, Lee Jones 222-209, Dave Fox 220-203, Lee Gorres 205. High series: Beau Gorres 658, Jerod Wollan 627, Dave Fox 606, Lee Jones 590. THURSDAY-FRIDAY NIGHT WOMEN Division 1 Club 53 ..............................................104.0 Northwest Communications ...... 91.0 Chet’s ................................................. 66.5 Division 2 Amery Fire Dept. ........................... 103.5 Amery Hospital ...............................93.5 Bremer .................................................81.5 High games: Diane Lewis 183, Kris Greene 174-153, Anne Wollan 169-152, Jess Sine 168, Janet Martinson 167-165, Patty Talbot 167-154, Lori Smith 160, Cheryl Sovottka 155, Katie Lauterbach 153. High series: Janet Martinson 470, Anne Wollan 461, Kris Greene 449, Patty Talbot 445, Diane Lewis 438, Jess Sine 428. PREP LEAGUE Games over 75: Gavin Tjepkes 91. A M B L E R
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Marie and George Moore on their 60th Anniversary November 10, 1956
From Tim, Jeff, Melissa, Brad & Tonya and families and 11 grandchildren and 3 great grandsons
A family celebration is planned
ATTENTION Crafters & Vendors! Mark Your Calendars! Willow Ridge will be hosting a
Friday, Nov. 18, 9 am-2 pm
Cost: $10 per space. Spaces are 6 ft. x 6 ft. Payment due upon reservation. We have tables for rent at a low cost of $2 each. Please reserve your space now as tables and spaces are limited. For more information call the Activity Department 715-268-8171
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Saturday, Nov. 12 10am-3pm • Laurel Supper Club
Purchase a snack or glass of wine as you play “Vendor Bingo” for door prizes and check out: • Mary Kay • Pampered Chef • Ellsworth Cheese Curds • Scentsy • Wildtree • Candy by Jan Miller • Kar Jackers DJ • Arbonne • Jamberry • Casual Affair Boutique • Beaded Serving Pieces • Tastefully Simple • Handmade Rugs • Norwex and MORE!
Grab all your friends and enjoy a day out! Follow us on
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Pounding the Pavement
What a beautiful week/weekend we just had! The sunshine was wonderful, the temperatures very mild, and we even got a few outdoor projects taken care of. The only draw back was changing the clocks behind on Saturday night. I know it helps with having an earlier sunrise but getting dark so fast is for the birds! Oh well, enjoy the fantastic weather conditions for as long as it lasts…a couple more months would be great!
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Happy Veterans Day on November 11 to all vets…thank you to the men and women who have served or are serving our country. We salute you! On Saturday, November 12, the AMERY HOSPITAL & CLINIC invite you to celebrate their 60th Anniversary with them. During the open house you can meet providers and “Chomp”, have your blood pressure and blood sugar checked, tour the ambulance, play games and activities, and register for drawings. Car seat safety checks will be available by calling 715-268-8698 to make an appointment. Thank you to the Amery Hospital & Clinic for being such a caring and dedicated part of the Amery community! It’s Turkey time! Area businesses would like to thank their customers for their support over the year by offering a Thanksgiving turkey drawing. For your chance to win a delicious turkey simply fill out the entry forms found in this issue, and drop them off at the corresponding businesses. The drawings will be held on Friday, November 18. Winners will be announced in the paper on Monday, November 21. Good Luck! Yes I did say that we will be publishing on Monday, November 21. The Amery Free Press will come out early during Thanksgiving week. The deadlines will be Thursday, November 17, at 4pm for The Tab and the Amery Free Press. In observance of Thanksgiving, the Amery Free Press office will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 24 and 25. The deadlines for the issue of Tuesday, November 29, is Monday, November 28, at noon. Thank you in advance for your cooperation with the early deadlines and holiday hours. Have you been punched in Amery? Don’t worry, it is a good thing. Once again this year, the Amery Community Club is sponsoring the Christmas Punch Promotion. Each time you shop during the holidays at a participating business, you will receive a punch on your card for every $10 purchase (up to 5 punches
per visit). Once your card is filled please sign your name and phone number on it, and drop it off at one of the drawing boxes-Dick’s Fresh Market, Amery Free Press, Paperworx or Chet Johnson Drug. Each week 5 lucky cards will be drawn to win $50 Amery Scrip Money. The first drawing is Monday, November 14. Good Luck, and remember to shop locally! This month is going by way too fast. Please mark your calendars for the following Amery events… *9th Annual Parade of Lights & Light Up The Town is on Tuesday, November 22. The parade begins at 6pm with line up at Soldiers Field at 5pm. Businesses/organizations are welcome to have a float in the parade. To register a float please call 715-268-5800. Trophies will be awarded. The parade will proceed north on Harriman Ave, and end at Soo Line Park in downtown Amery. At that time, a switch will be pulled to light up the town for the holidays. The Amery Fire Department will be hosting a Chili Feed at the fire hall from 5-8pm with a free-will offering. Santa Claus will be there to visit with kids of all ages. A huge bonfire and fireworks will follow the parade. *31st Annual Amery Holiday Stroll sponsored by the Amery Free Press and participating Amery businesses is scheduled for SATURDAY, December 3, from noon to 4pm. Yes this year’s event will be on a Saturday…new day but the same great fun. Strollers can enjoy horse & wagon rides around town loading at Soo Line Park, FREE hot dogs & hot chocolate with a free-will donation to the Amery Area Food Pantry, carolers, Santa Claus, visiting with family & friends, and viewing holiday gifting and decorating ideas. We will also have a tree for the strollers to decorate with new hats, mittens, gloves, scarves, etc for Polk County Operation Christmas. CONGRATULATIONS to the final winner of the 2016 AFP Football Contest…Allan Schock of Amery. He had 7 correct picks with Green Bay by 3 points. Also with 7 correct was Roger Knutson with Green Bay by 6 points. Thank you to everyone who entered this year’s contest. Also, thank you to the following area businesses for sponsoring the AFP Football Contest…Apple River TV & Appliance, Slumberland/Slumberland Clearance Center, Amery/Clear Lake True Value, Cricket’s Bar and Grill, Amery Hospital & Clinic, Amery Chevrolet, Swank’s Meats, Amery Dairy Queen.
son should please give me a call today at 715-268-8101. Deadline is Wednesday, November 16. Happy Birthday on November 9 to my nephew, Mike…enjoy your special day! Also, a special Happy Birthday to my husband, Dave, on November 13. He has been kept busy with some fishing, yard work, wood projects, watching and attending sporting events, and hanging out with family and friends… great times! And another special Hap- Dave py Birthday to one of our grandsons, Graeme, who will be 3 years old on November 15. He loves trucks, tractors, trains, being outside, and can name various types of dinosaurs…have a fun day! Baby News…Wylie Brian was born last week to parents, Bryce and Debbie Christopherson. Babies are Graeme such a wonderful blessing! Congratulations to the whole Christopherson/Elmer family! All Summer we have talked about taking a ride on our Ranger side-by-side to Deer Park. Well last week we finally accomplished that goal. We picked up Dave’s Mom in Deer Park and she joined our journey. As the smiles show on the attached picture, it was a beautiful night for a ride! Have a great week, and enjoy this wonderful unseasonably mild weather!
On Monday, November 21, the annual AFP Winter Sports Section will be published. This special section will feature high school athletes in Amery, Clayton and Clear Lake. Area businesses who would like to wish these athletes good luck with their seaPam, Phyllis and Dave
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Selena Levendowski tips the ball over for the Bears.
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The team hoists their runner-up trophy following a loss Saturday in the championship match.
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Madyi Cardinal gets low for a dig.
Clayton loses state title match to history-making Newman Catholic volleyball team BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Clayton’s road to a state volleyball title had a brutal road block in the way on Nov. 5 when it faced three-time defending state champion Newman Catholic in the WIAA Division 4 state final at the Resch Center in Green Bay. After losing in straight sets to Newman Catholic, 25-22, 25-10, 25-13, the Bears instead found themselves with their third state runner up finish. The Bears played tough with the state’s first ever Division 4 team with four consecutive state volleyball championships in the first set, going on a 5-0 run on kills by Selena Levendoski (3) and McKenna Larson, and a service ace by Jaedyn Bussewitz, to claim a 18-15 advantage. Still leading, 20-17, the Bears hit an untimely rough patch as Newman Catholic rattled off four kills in a 6-0 run of its own.
Despite a couple of late kills by Alison Leslie, the Bears were never able to recover. Newman Catholic jumped out to a fast start in the second set, building a 6-0 lead in a stretch that included four kills by Mariah Whalen. The closest Clayton got to the set lead was a five-point
deficit. Clayton regained its composure to start the third set and stayed within two points through the 5-7 mark. However, Newman Catholic slowly and steadily built on its lead from there to finish its final set of the 2016 season with a 12-point victory.
Whalen destroyed the Division 4 State Tournament record for hitting percentage in a match at .632 and finished with a match-high 26 kills. The Fighting Cardinals posted .467 team hitting percentage for the match. Levendoski led the Bears with 11 kills while Marissa Gilbertson add-
ed 29 assists. McKenna Larson tallied two service aces and nine kills. Leslie added another eight kills. Madysn Cardinal tal-
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Local teen earns mixed martial arts black belt BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Fifteen-year-old Kevin Medina had dedicated more than a third of his life to learning and practicing martial arts. On Saturday, all of his hard work paid off has he was awarded his black belt in Kyuki-Do, a mixed martial art with a primary focus on the Korean and Japanese arts of Taekwondo, Judo and Hapkido. In celebration of his achievement, and those of 136 of his colleagues of the same rank or higher across the country, the American Kyuki-Do Federation (AKF) hosted a three-day Black Belt Extravaganza at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells, in which it hosted more than a dozen seminars as well as black belt testing and a graduation ceremony. Medina, of Amery, began his journey in martial arts while living in Virginia, where he practiced Taekwondo for 2 years and advanced his way to a green belt – No. 4 in a 12-color belt ranking system. “My dad wanted me to stay safe, and he thought it was a good idea for me to either practice martial arts or wrestling,” Medina said. “Since we didn’t really have a wrestling system around where we lived at the time, we chose martial arts because we had an academy not far from where we live.” Four years ago, after moving to Amery, he began training at AKF Martial Arts of Amery and began his climb through the ranks all over again. “Kevin has grown several inches in height and tons in confidence,” said AKF Martial Arts of Amery head instructor Tammy Turcotte. “He brings a calm presence to
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Kevin Medina executes a high section punch during Saturday AKF Black Belt exam.
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AKF Martial Arts of Amery Head Instructor Tammy Turcotte ties Kevin Medina’s Kyuki-Do black belt on him at the conclusion of his black belt exam on Saturday.
Kevin Medina performs a bow staff form during his black belt exam.
classes with younger kids.” Now standing 6 feet tall, Medina says his favorite part of training in the martial is learning new things and working to improve on them. Naturally mild mannered and soft spoken, Medina said it gives him something to talk about. “He makes a great training partner for all ages,” Mrs. Turcotte said. “He can give adults a bit of a challenge and is patient with kids. … And he has some amazing kicking skills!” Earning his black belt has also given him a sense of accomplishment in knowing that all of his hard work as finally paid off. At Saturday’s black belt exam, Medina was able to showcase many of the skills he’s learned over the past four years - in front of a large panel of experts, including AKF Founder and 10th-degree black belt Grand Master Ok Hyung Kim, who presented him with his black belt certificate later in the day at the Black Belt Graduation ceremony. Despite reaching this monumental moment in his training, by no means is he content with his accomplishments. “When you get your black belt, it doesn’t stop,” Medina said. “You can keep on learning new stuff. … Now I can learn about new stuff like using my bokken knife (sword). I actually bought it before I got my black belt. I wanted to start using my bokken because I was really excited about that.” In full support of Medina’s new beginning in martial arts, Mrs. Turcotte said, “I have enjoyed working with him and look forward to helping him continue his journey as a black belt.”
All Conference honors for three members of Warrior football team
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Three members of the Amery football squad received All-Conference Honors. They are, from left: Mitch Waalen, Connor McBrayer, Shawn Waalen
Three members of the Amery football tem have been honored by the Middle Border Conference. Shawn Waalen was named to the All-Conference team as a running back. Waalen also received Honorable Mention All-Conference at Inside Linebacker. Mitchel Waalen also received both offensive and defensive honors. Mitchel was named to the All-Conference team as an Offensive Lineman and received Honorable Mention All Conference as a Defensive Lineman. Connor McBrayer received Honorable Mention All Conference at Defensive Back.
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Clayton powers through Randolph to state finals, Leslie sets record BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER
The powerhouse Clayton volleyball team earned its second WIAA Division 4 state final appearance in the last four years when it swept Randolph , 25-18, 25-19, 2624 in a Nov. 4 semifinal match. The Bears (28-5) opened with a 3-0 lead
after a pair of Alison Leslie kills, but had difficulty building a comfortable lead in the first set until they put together a 5-point run that included three kills by Selena Levendoski. The run gave Clayton a 20-12 lead and allowed them to trade points with the Comets until grabbing the 25-18 victory. Randolph (32-7)
grabbed a 2-0 lead to open the second set, but Clayton gained control after five straight kills (including two by Mackenzie Fall and two by Leslie) and a Randolph attack error. The hot stretch opened an 8-3 lead for the Bears. Clayton maintained the lead throughout the remainder of the set, letting Randolph no closer than
three points. Clayton faced a 3-8 deficit in the third set, but back-to-back kills by Fall, sparked a 9-4 run that evened the score at 12-12. The Bears claimed their first lead since the 2-1 mark when Jaedyn Bussewitz served up an ace for a 17-16 advantage. The lead didn’t last long, however, and the Bears had to battle back again
from a 18-20 disadvantage to reclaim the lead again at 22-21 on a block by Leslie and Jensyn Bussewitz. Levendoski finished out the match by scoring Clayton’s final three points by way of kills. Leslie finished with a team-high 20 kills in the match, followed by Levendoski with 18. Leslie’s .621 hitting percent-
age marked a Division 4 match record. Marissa Gilbertson recorded a match-high 42 assists. Overall, the Bears tallied 53 kills and three service aces. Madysn Cardinal led the Clayton defense with 14 digs while Levendoski added a solo block and two block assists.
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Left: Mackenzie Fall pushes the ball over the net.
Right: Alison Leslie goes up for the kill
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Amery Hospital & Clinic marks Diamond anniversary BY TOM STANGL TSTANGL@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
A 60-year anniversary is known as a diamond anniver-
sary, receiving its name from Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee. Nov. 14 marks the diamond anniversary for Amery Hospital & Clinic.
A celebration of six decades of health care excellence in Amery is planned for this Saturday, Nov. 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. There will be an opportunity
Congratulations to the Amery Hospital & Clinic on your 60 years of service! Jim Leadholm Sr. was on the board in 1956 when the hospital began
to meet health care providers as well as Chomp and friends. There will be free blood pressure and blood sugar checks, a teddy bear clinic, ambulance
tours, a photo booth, games and activities as well as giveaways and drawings. The modern facility we know SEE HOSPITAL ON PAGE 23
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HOSPTIAL: Amery residents raise over $119,000 for $400,000 building FROM PAGE 22
First board The first board to be elected by stockholders of the Apple River Valley Memorial Hospital Association included standing, left to right: Allen Kinney, Mayor H. Alme, Reuben Christensen, Pastor John Decker, Erwin Danielson, James Leadholm and Palmer H. Sondreal. Seated, from left to right: Mrs. R.H. McKinney, President Herman Scholl, Mrs. Ralph Ryder and Ed Dowd.
today had its beginnings in 1954, when the Amery community decided there was a need for a new hospital in the community. When bids were opened for a new building in April of 1955, the cost was estimated at $483,000. The board of directors whittled away at the bid, reducing the cost to approximately $400,000. Amery residents raised $119,262 for the project. The city of Amery contributed $165,000 from its borrowing reserves. The Apple River Memorial Hospital admitted its first patient on Nov. 14, 1956. Members of the board of directors included: F.H. Scholl, Reuben Christensen, H.J. Klinkhammer, Frances Farnham, Ed Dowd, A.L. Nielson, Lester Sjobeck, Emmett Gorres, Ruth Leadholm, John Decker, Henning Lindahl, Ethel Dueholm, Newell Paulson, James Leadholm, Palmer H. Sondreal, Rolf Marck, Chester Johnson, Paul Remund, Dr. Jack Larsen, Bernice Thompson and Rosemary Steensland. In 1965, a $320,000 addition was constructed to provide 19 new beds, expanded X-ray and laboratory space, medical library, new entrance and increased office space. In 1969, the original lobby of the building was remodeled into a three bed coronary care unit. Respiratory therapy and emergency room departments were added in 1977. Barrie Cooper was hired as the first administrator, serving until 1960, when Ralph Hegg assumed the post. Hegg served for nearly 20 years and was replaced by Dr. Ted Kittel. Ken Jones succeeded Kittel, serving until 1987 when Michael Karuschak took over as the last administrator of Apple River Memorial Hospital. Karuschak oversaw a period of change at the hospital. In 1988, the hospital changed its name to Apple Riv SEE HOSPITAL ON PAGE 24
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er Hospital. Ten years later, in 1998, the hospital and Family Medical Clinic merged to form Amery Regional Medical Center (ARMC). Six days after the merger, a $3.5 million building project was announced. In 2003, discussions began on expansion again. Unprecedented growth, an increase of healthcare providers and specialty physicians as well as newly added medical services, left ARMC with a critical need for additional space. After careful financial and operational review, the ARMC Board of Directors agreed upon building a new replacement facility instead of renovation of the existing facility. Members of the board of directors that made the decision to build the current hospital were: Ross Bullard, Joan Byrnes, Heidi Erspamer, Dr. Dylan Coe, Dave Graebner, Kate Isakson, Dr. Rolf Bjornson, Michael SEE HOSPITAL ON PAGE 25
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HOSPTIAL: $36 million hospital includes increased space and additional services FROM PAGE 24
Jensen, James Leadholm, Dan Lien, Ranae Nygaard, Dr. Ann Ryan, Sandi Reed, Joyce Schaefer, Joanne Jackson, Scott Edin and Dr. Craig Johnson Ground was broken on May 9, 2006 on what is now the current hospital. The 120,000 square foot facility with an estimated cost of $36 million was completed in the fall of 2007. The 28-acre lot, purchased in 2005, includes walking paths along the river and rain gardens to promote an eco-friendly environment while encouraging health and wellness. News accounts from the groundbreaking report that the new home of Amery Regional Medical Center will include additional clinic exam rooms, 25 private inpatient rooms, an expanded Emergency Care area as well as increase space for surgical services, laboratory and radiology services including a fixed MRI scanner. Additional amenities such as a chapel, expanded parking, educational spaces, and dining area will be a part of the new facility. In 2000, ARMC expanded, purchasing the Luck Medical Clinic. A series of partnerships followed in the coming years. In 2004, ARMC and Willow Ridge partnered to form River Bend Assisted Living. In 2005, the Fitness Center opened in downtown Amery. The hospital marked its 50th anniversary in 2006 by merging with Turtle Lake Medical Associates. A year later, in 2007, the current hospital building is completed. 2008 was a year of expansion with three partnerships expanding health care offerings in Amery. The Wound Healing Center and the Behavioral Health Center Unit opened at the West Campus, and DaVita Dialysis opens a location in Amery.
Groundbreaking on the current hospital Pictured (left to right): John Ross, QHR; Jeff Morris, GSP; Brent Hughes, GSP; Dr. Margie Peterson, ARMC Board Director; Jim Leadholm, ARMC Board Vice Chairman; Dr. Pat Courneya, HealthPartners; Dan Lien, ARMC Board Chairman; Rich Jacobson, Kraus-Anderson VP; Mike Jensen, ARMC Board Treasurer; Dr. Craig Johnson, ARMC CMO; Heidi Erspamer, ARMC Board Director; Dr. Dylan Coe, ARMC Board Director; Ranae Nygaard, ARMC Board Director; Joanie Byrnes, ARMC Board Secretary; Dave Graebner, HealthPartners - ARMC Board Director; Steve Rutland, AHFD; Ross Bullard, HealthPartners - ARMC Board Director, and Michael Karuschak, ARMC CEO
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The largest partnership comes to pass in 2011 when ARMC, Baldwin Medical Center, Hudson Hospital & Clinic, Osceola Medical Center, St. Croix Regional Medical Center and Westfields Hospital & Clinic open the Cancer Center of Western Wisconsin in New Richmond. A new ARMC clinic building
opens in Clear Lake in 2012, the same year that the installation of electronic medical records is completed at all ARMC facilities. HealthPartners, a minority shareholder of ARMC, purchases the remaining shares of the facility in 2014, changing the name of the facility to Amery Hospital & Clinic. Members of the board the final year before the sale to
HealthPartners were: Daniel Lien, James A. Leadholm, Dan Draxler, Joan M. Byrnes, Beth L. Heinz, Nancy Magnine, PAC, Ann Seagren, M.D., Kathryn Isakson, Dylan Coe, M.D., Ranae A. Nygaard, Ross R. Bullard and Heidi Erspamer Karuschak retired from the hospital after 27 years as Chief Executive Officer in Dec. of 2014. Debra Rudquist took over as CEO and President of Amery
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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: Great minds discuss ideas, average minds discuss events, and Carolyn Lumsden small people discuss people. (Eleanor Roosevelt, First Lady) 715-483-9738 This casserole does not take very long to make. If you like shrimp, you may like this one. SHRIMP, SPAGHETTI BROCCOLI CASSEROLE Cook according to directions, but omit the salt: 1/2 pound long spaghetti Add the last 2 minutes of cooking time: 4 c. broccoli florets When above is done, drain. Meanwhile heat in skillet: 1/2 c. Tuscan House Italian Dressing Add and cook 3-4 minutes or until shrimp are pink: 1 lb. uncooked, cleaned, de-veined, peeled large shrimp 2 cloves minced garlic Add the drained spaghetti mixture add and mix everything lightly: 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese Heat well. Serves 4-6. Hint: If you use cleaned, thawed frozen large shrimp, reduce cooking time to 2-3 minutes or until well heated but follow the steps above. You could add some crushed red pepper to the hot dressing if you want. This tomato soup is supposed to be healthy for you. It’s a bit different than most tomato soup recipes. Remember to always wash fresh vegetables. HEALTHY TOMATO SOUP Sauté in skillet on medium heat 1 minute: 1 tsp. coconut oil (virgin) 1 onion, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced Add and cook until soft: 3/4 c. cherry tomatoes, rinsed and cut in half 2 tsp. turmeric Add and bring to a boil, cover and then simmer 5 minutes: 1/2 c. vegetable stock 1 T. apple cider vinegar 3-4 diced tomatoes, de-seeded and diced 1 tsp. basil Use mixer or blender and blend until creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serves 2-4.
This recipe is made in muffin cups and makes a good-tasting mini pot pie. The recipe will make 12 regular muffin-sized pot pies. IMPOSSIBLY EASY MINI CHICKEN POT PIES Cook in medium skillet for 5-7 minutes over medium heat: 1 T. olive oil 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken pieces (your choice of meat), cut into bite-size pieces Stir occasionally until chicken is no longer pink and done how you like it. Add and heat to simmering: 1 medium onion, chopped 1/2 c. chicken broth Add and stir occasionally until liquid is absorbed: 1 c. frozen peas and carrots salt and pepper to taste 1/4 tsp. thyme (ground) Cool 5 minutes and stir in: 1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese Combine in bowl until well blended: 1/2 c. baking mix (or Original Bisquick) 1/2 c. milk 2 eggs Spray 12 muffin cups well. Put 1 scant tablespoon of this Bisquick mixture into each muffin cup. Put on top of each mixture in muffin cup: 1/4 c. of the chicken mixture Put on top of chicken mixture: 1 T. more of the Bisquick baking mixture Bake at 375° for about 30 minutes or until done. Serves 6 with 2 mini pot pies each. If you wish, you could use deli chicken. Sauté the onion and add the cooked chicken, chicken broth and heat. Proceed as above.
Amery Holiday Stroll is SATURDAY, Dec. 3, 12 noon-4 p.m.
HONEY APPLE BAKE Press into a 9x13” baking pan covering the bottom of the pan: 1 pkg. (16.5) refrigerated sugar cookie dough Mix together and sprinkle evenly over the dough: 3 apples, peeled, cored and sliced (1/4” thick) 2 c. 2 T. lemon juice 2 T. honey 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 c. sugar Combine in bowl until crumbly (use fork): 1/2 c. flour 2 T. butter (1/4 stick) Sprinkle on top of the apple mixture. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until top is golden. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream/topping or a scoop of ice cream. Tip: Season your food as you cook, then taste before serving. Also, be sure to turn your skillet or sauté pan handle out of the way toward the stove to prevent burning yourself or flipping it over on to the floor. Both can happen so quickly and if there are children in the kitchen, it is even more important to point the handle inward out of the way so it cannot be touched or pulled.
The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts presents
“Secrets from the Wings” Come and celebrate Shakespeares’s 400th anniversary with some original poetry for the occasion by LaMoine MacLaughlin. Saturday, November 12 - 7:30 p.m. The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts 113 Elm St. - Amery, Wisconsin - (715) 268-6811 Admission: Adults/$5.00 - Children/$1.00.
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This is an Amish recipe from Pennsylvania. It’s especially good with a cup or coffee, tea, glass of milk or hot cocoa. It’s great for the chilly days of autumn or cold winter days, too. It has no frosting but you could add a dusting of powdered sugar on top, if desired. APEA CAKE Combine well in medium bowl: 2 c. flour 3/4 c. brown sugar 1-1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. cinnamon Cut in, using pastry cutter or fork, until mixture is crumbly and forming pea-sized clumps: 1/2 c. (1 stick) cold butter, cut into 12 pieces In 1 c. measuring cup, beat with a fork: 1 egg Add and combine: 1 tsp. vanilla enough milk to make 2/3 c. liquid in the cup Add to the flour mixture and combine well. Stir in: 1/3 c. raisins 1/3 c. chopped walnuts Put the batter into a 9” greased/sprayed round glass cake pan (deep-dish pie plate. Smooth out the batter. Bake at 350° for about 30 minutes or until done (toothpick test). Let cool on wire rack at least 15 minutes before cutting. Cut like a wedge of pie and serve. Serve warm or at room temp. Serves 6.
This tastes very similar to apple crisp but is made with sugar cookie dough on the bottom of the pan. Use your own or a store bought sugar cookie. This recipe is an extra special apple crisp.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR Nov. 9 - 19
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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot, 1 pm Comfort Keepers Seminar, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 8:15 am Amery Housing Authority monthly board meeting in the AHA office 6:30 pm Bingo at the Amery VFW
VETERAN’S DAY Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 9:30 am Polish Poker, 12 pm Potluck, 1 pm Bingo, 8 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 10 am Veterans Day Observance and ceremony at Amery High School Gym 7 pm Amery HS presents “Meet Me in St. Louis” in the HS Auditorium
9 am-2 pm Holiday Bazaar at St. Joseph Catholic Church 11 am-7 pm Lutefisk Dinner & Bazaar at West Immanuel Lutheran church 7 pm Amery HS presents “Meet Me in St. Louis” in the HS Auditorium 7:30 pm “Secrets from the Wings” poetry reading at Northern Lakes Center for the Arts
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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 9:30 am Quilting, 1 pm Wii Games, 1 pm Cribbage, 5:30 pm Stamping & Scrapbooking 5-7 pm Band Boosters host Loaded Potato Dinner at the Amery HS Cafeteria 6:30 pm Sons of Norway meet at First Lutheran Church 730 pm Fall Band Concert at Amery High School
Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 10 am Alcoholics Anonymous, 12:30 pm Bridge, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous
Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot Cards, 1 pm Amery Memory Cafe, 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, 8 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 9 am-2 pm Craft Fair and Bake Sale at Willow Ridge 7:30 pm “Quilts” by Apple River Quilt Guild at the Northern Lakes Center for the Arts
Community Center: 9 am-2 pm Fall Bazaar & Bake Sale 10 am Author William Kent Krueger at the Amery Area Public Library
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Kindness campaign continues Congratulations to the following people whose names were drawn for a free #KINDNESS T-Shirt! Shirts can be picked up at the Amery Police Department. Mackenzie Abraham – Helped her younger brother with his homework, helped a fellow friend with their chair and complemented a quartet of singers. Jen Olander – Sent someone who is alone and lonely a card and note to brighten their day. Molly Vincent – Donated her fish for adoption because they outgrew the tank and she thought they deserved a better life. Caleb K. Carlson – Made blankets for the homeless shelter. Lane Andersen – During recess, when picking teams, picked some of the “ok” players first rather than the “good” players so the ones that always get picked last were picked first. Annabelle Fisk – Let someone go in front of her in line at the store. Gracie Martin – Helped a strug-
gling 2nd grader with his homework during recess. Otto Martin – Helped a friend into his wheelchair at school. Max Mesers – Left positive notes with positive words written on them at work. Rader Koba – Did a puppet show against drug use for 4th graders. Megan Meck – Returned a grocery cart to the store for a disabled gentleman. Kruse Yuhas – Opened the door for a teacher many times at school. Hayden Andersen – Was first in line but let someone go in front of her. Tina Lanphear – Helped an elderly lady who had fallen and stayed with her until assistance arrived. Samantha – Tied blankets for the Homeless Shelter. Sabin Cay – Helped pay for a little girls ice cream when she didn’t have enough money. Gavin Folkert – Saw a kid that was getting tripped and bullied at
school and put a stop to the bullying by stepping up and letting the kid stay with him for the rest of the day. Pam Robarge – Went the extra mile to help someone become a new employee and her kindness was greatly appreciated. Tristan Bader – Helped a 4-K child get back into the correct bus line at the high school. Adina Vrzal – Swept the floor in art class. We would like to thank the community, the schools and participating businesses for making the October #KINDNESS campaign an overwhelming success. Just a reminder that we will continue to draw for free T-Shirts over the coming weeks so if there are any more entries to be picked up please call the Amery Police Department at 715 268-7411 or drop your entries off in our lobby. #KINDNESS T-Shirts will also be available for sale at the Police Department for $5.00 until gone.
Caring for a loved one and need support? Kristin Litzelman, UW Extension Outreach Specialist, is promoting a free, live online event on November 17 from 10am-3:00pm, that caregivers can participate from their own home. This online AARP Family Caregiving Fair allows family caregivers to Focus on view helpful tips, resources and information to help care for a Family loved one. Individuals will also Living have an opportunity to chat oneon-one with organizations and Gail Peavey, check out free resources, videos Family Living and presentations. If you have any questions about Agent this event, contact Gail Peavey, UW Extension Family Living Agent @ gail.peavey@ces.uwex.edu or 715-485-8600.
From Little Molehills Confusion rears its head; a little doubt grows quickly as we think about the worst. If fed, it expands before thought out, with calm reason or some fact finding first. A molehill? Oh, no, it couldn't be, and still loom so large, engrossing thought. A mountain, an impossibility. In a dilemma huge, it seems we're caught. But, take a look, with drama set aside, even, for a smile, search if you can. It might not be such a bumpy ride, or tragedy, if fantasy we ban.
Amery Class of ‘51 The Amery High School Class of 1951 met at the Pizzeria on September 15, 2016, celebrating the 65th anniversary of their graduation. Back row: Harrison Maxon, Martin Tandberg, Frank Adams, Orville Wike, Orval Gabriel, Tony Melin, Merle Bergren. Middle Row: Jerry Freitag, Dallas Cain, Jane Ford O’Brien, Beverly Gross Thompson, Lois Nelson Barnes, Janet Gorres Elkin, Corabelle Seekins DeLong, Elaine Hansen Solum. Front Row: Barbara Wike Madsen, Carol Elmer Van Heuklom, JoAnn Hallquist, Jerry Carlson, Russ Utgard, Sherman Olson.
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Just stand back and look, not quite so high, without the benefit of more expanse, of clearing of the bias of the eye, instead of blocked behind, maybe advance. Think, if all the molehills were so large, and grew up with such rapidity. If terrain, like our minds, would then take charge, what a mountainous country this would be. Carol Morfitt Welch
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Riverbend Senior Living in Amery Wins National Quality Award MADISON – The Wisconsin Health Care Association and Wisconsin Center for Assisted Living (WHCA/WiCAL) today announced Riverbend Senior Living in Amery has been recognized as a Bronze Achievement Quality Award winner in the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) 2016 National Quality Awards. “Receiving an AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award is a significant achievement,” said WHCA’s Executive Director John Vander Meer. “On behalf of WHCA/WiCAL members and staff, I would like to congratulate the Riverbend Senior Living staff on their commitment to excellence in caring for our state’s most vulnerable residents.” The three-tiered National Quality Award program recognizes facilities that focus on improving quality service in the long-term health care sector. This year, a total of seven Wisconsin facilities were among the 615 facilities nationwide that received an award in the category of Bronze, Silver, or Gold. Other Bronze Achievement in Quality Award winners included: •Colonial Center, Colby
•Sunrise Care Center, Milwaukee •Tomah Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Tomah Silver Achievement in Quality Award winners included: •Morningside Health Center, Sheboygan •River’s Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc •Willowbrook Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Lake Mills Implemented by AHCA/NCAL in 1996, the National Quality Award program is centered on the criteria of the Baldrige Performance Excellence Program. This progressive program, which encourages the continuous learning and development of long-term and post-acute care facilities to achieve performance excellence, has three levels: Bronze, Silver, and Gold. The program maintains meticulous criteria at each level, and the awards must be earned in succession of Bronze, Silver, and Gold. The awards were presented during AHCA/NCAL’s 67th Annual Convention & Expo, October 16-19, in Nashville.
The Amery Woman’s Club held its 6th Annual Fall Fundraiser on October 22 at the Amery Golf Course. Numerous evening events included a costume contest and two winners of gift boards. Winners of the Costume Contest were (left to right), Dr. Niccum, Jessi Adams, and Gary Gould. A Silent Auction was also held during the evening. The Amery Woman’s Club thanks the local businesses and club members for their donations helping to make a successful event. Money raised will help fund the Amery Food Pantry and numerous other Amery Woman’s Club community projects.
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AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER What better way to celebrate our beautiful fall weather and get some of your holiday shopping done than attend our Festi-Fall Vendor & Bake Sale Fundraising Event. The sale goes from 9am-2pm and will include a large assortment of baked goods as well as new and hand-crafted items to choose from. Some of the vendors who will be attending include Avon, Mary Kay, Lularoe Clothing, Adornable-U and many more! We will also offer a Silent Auction as well as sweet rolls and lunch. We look forward to seeing you there. Many times we have members that come to the Center and need to look something up or just want to surf the web. Now we have a tablet for members to use! The tablet can be checked out by one of our staff members during regular office hours. 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
Woman’s Club Fall Fundraiser
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. We are currently taking reservations for our December 8th Christmas Party. Dinner will be served at 11am and the Indianhead Quartet will perform at noon. There will also be a raffle and Silent Auction. Reservations must be made by December 1st and the cost is $6. You do not have to be a member of the Center to attend. 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 Gary Snelling in first, Jim Webb took second, Carl Johnson placed third, Paul Seidel came in fourth and Roger Lovald went home with the consolation prize. Thursday pool winners were Gary Snelling in first, Carl Johnson in second, Wendell Anderson placed third, and Milt Johnson won the consolation prize. Wii Bowling winners were Mary Fisher in first, Paul Seidel placed second and Carl Johnson came in third. Wednesday Bridge winners were Patty Talbot in first, Jim Egan in second, and Bev Kjeseth in third. Congratulations to all! Have a safe and wonderful week…..Susan Shachtman, Assistant Director
Saturday, Dec. 3 from Noon to 4 p.m.
for the 31st Annual Amery
Holiday Stroll
The Holiday Stroll will find cooperating businesses opening their doors on Saturday, Dec. 3, affording shoppers an opportunity to drop by for in-store treats and door prizes. No pressure . . . no hustle . . . just a chance to become better acquainted with hometown facilities and create a better understanding of the many products and services available in this community.
Cooperating in Amery’s Holiday Stroll merchants will receive a
Large Red Bow attached to their door to identify cooperation
Strollers will be treated to . . .
H Horse and Wagon Ride HSanta Claus H Carolers HPlus a Gifting Preview H Free Hot Dogs and Hot Chocolate in Soo Line Park Free will offering to be given to Amery Area Food Pantry
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SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS CLEAR LAKE SCHOOLS Thursday, Nov. 10— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or mini donuts, sausage links. Elementary lunch: Mini corn dogs or Chef salad, macaroni & cheese, steamed broccoli, carrots with dip, applesauce. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, Vertical bar, cereal bar, muffin, “Gripz” graham crackers, Canadian bacon, egg & cheese sandwich. High school lunch: Mini corn dogs or chef salad, macaroni & cheese, steamed broccoli, carrots/dip, strawberries, blueberries. Friday, Nov. 11— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or cinnamon roll, hard cooked egg. Elementary lunch: “Brunch Lunch,” cheese omelet, sausage links, juice, hash browns, muffin, bell pepper strips, orange wedges. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, cheese stick, “Gripz” graham crackers, cinnamon roll, sausage links, Pop Tart. High school lunch: Chicken philly or barbeque chicken sub, roasted & fresh vegetables, oriental salad, baked Lays chips, grapes, mandarin oranges. Monday, Nov. 14— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or french toast sticks, sausage links. Elementary lunch: Taco in a bag or soft shell taco, fixings, refried beans, grapes, slushie fruit cup.
High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, hard cooked egg, Krave S’mores, muffin, Pop Tart, donut. High school lunch: Tacos with fixings or ham & cheese sandwich, refried beans, pineapple chunks, grapes, sherbet Tuesday, Nov. 15— Elementary breakfast: Cereal Mini Cinni, smoothie. Elementary lunch: “Oodles of Noodles” with meat sauce or chicken alfredo, breadstick, garden salad bar, sliced peaches. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, cereal bar, Pop Tart, PB&J “uncrustable,” banana bread. High school lunch: Penne pasta with meat sauce or chicken alfredo, breadstick, caesar salad, steamed broccoli, apples, slushie fruit cup Wednesday, Nov. 16— Elementary breakfast: Cereal and cheese stick or ham & cheese bagel sandwich. Elementary lunch: Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes with gravy, dinner roll, steamed corn, applesauce. High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, “Gripz” graham crackers, muffin, yogurt, bagel with jelly, ham & cheese sandwich. High school lunch: Chicken nuggets or Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes/ gravy, dinner roll, sweet potato souffle, applesauce, mixed fruit.
AMERY SCHOOLS Thursday, Nov. 10— Lien Elementary lunch: Deli turkey sandwich, chips & salsa, coleslaw, garden bar, fruit choices. Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Deli turkey sandwich or BBQ pork sandwich, chips & salsa, coleslaw, garden bar, fruit choices. High school lunch: Deli turkey sandwich or BBQ pork sandwich, chips & salsa, coleslaw, garden bar, fruit choices. Friday, Nov. 11— Lien Elementary lunch: Italian dunker, Italian blend vegetables, garden bar, fruit choices. Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Italian dunker or meatball sub, Italian blend vegetables, garden bar, fruit choices. High school lunch: Italian dunker or meatball sub, Italian blend vegetables, garden bar, fruit choices. Monday, Nov. 14— Lien Elementary lunch: Chicken nuggets, potato wedges, peas & carrots, garden bar, fruit choices. Intermediate & Middle school lunch:
Chicken nuggets or pizza burger, potato wedges, peas & carrots, garden bar, fruit choices. High school lunch: Chicken nuggets or pizza burger, potato wedges, peas & carrots, garden bar, fruit choices. Tuesday, Nov. 15— Lien Elementary lunch: Soft shell taco, corn, black bean salad, garden bar, fruit choices. Intermediate and Middle school lunch: Soft shell taco or chicken fajitas, corn, black bean salad, garden bar, fruit choices. High school lunch: Soft shell taco or chicken fajitas, corn, black bean salad, garden bar, fruit choices Wednesday, Nov. 16— Lien Elementary lunch: Mandarin chicken, brown rice, steamed carrot coins, garden bar, fruit choices. Intermediate and Middle school lunch: Mandarin chicken or teriyaki pork, brown rice, steamed carrot coins, garden bar, fruit choices. High school lunch: Mandarin chicken or teriyaki pork, brown rice, steamed carrot coins, garden bar, fruit choices.
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, Nov. 10— Chicken wild rice casserole, sliced beets, cornbread, peach crisp. Friday, Nov. 11— Veteran’s Day - meal sites closed. Monday, Nov. 14— Spaghetti w/meat sauce, California blend, breadstick, cinnamon applesauce. Tuesday, Nov. 15— Seasoned pork chops, cheesy macaroni, garden peas, WW bread, fruit.
Halloween Part 2 Making our rounds, we always ended up at the Dahl house near the current location of the Amery Depot. We knocked, and the door opened slowly. “Trick or Treat, Money or Eats” we’d yell (that was the rule, the custom we had learned long ago). Mrs. Dahl held her hand over her heart in mock terror. “Who are all these devils?” She saw us every year so we guessed she was acting. “No devils here,” Dougie said seriously. He was first grader, and at that age took everything literally. He wasn’t as mature Growing as the rest of us. up in Before she stepped back into the house to get the candy, she had to go through each one of us to get our names, first and Amery last. It was the price we had to pay for getting candy and junk Loren Elkin from friendly strangers. We all yelled “thanks” to her after she dished out the candy, a chorus of gratitude before leaving. We half ran, half skipped back to the car. Behind us we all heard a “whoomph” as someone hit the ground. “Collin,” we yelled. “you’ve got to help little brother.” Dougie the ghost had trouble all evening keeping the eyeholes in a position so he could see straight. He said someone tripped him, we told him he stumbled on his sheet. When we stopped at pretty Cindy’s, no one saw her. We imagined she stayed in her room and would have nothing to do with us, probably shyness. It tired us to get in and out of the car at the other houses, but the payoff was worth it. By the time we each got home, we sorted through our bags. Apples, cookies, and coins were common at that time, but the candy collected would feed us for days. Too excited to sleep, we still had to get to bed on this school night. A most exciting autumn evening; now started the countdown to Christmas. Loren’s 2nd book is available at M and M Barbers and at Outside In gift shop in Amery. Email me to get on a list for a special email I send. elkfarm@wctc. net Next week, Carl Johnson.
Communiversity Band Concert Scheduled at UW-Barron County The fall concert for the University of Wisconsin-Barron County (UWBC) Communiversity Band will be on Tuesday November 15 in the theater of the UW-BC Fine Arts Building at 7:00 p.m. under the direction of Michael Joosten. Guest soloist is Dr. Jerry Young, professor emeritus, UW-Eau Claire. Dr. Young taught tuba and euphonium as well as advanced music education courses. He will be performing two selections: Flower Song by Georges Bizet,
arranged by Austin Harding, and From the Shores of the Mighty Pacific, by Herbert L. Clark. Other selections in the program include Of Sailors and Whales by W. Francis McBeth, The Observing Visitor by Patrick Conway, Sea Songs by Ralph Vaughan Williams, October by Eric Whitacre, Albanian Dance by Shelly Hanson, and Italian Rhapsody by Julie Giroux. There is no admission charge for the concert. A free-will offering will be taken.
Communiversity Band is a joint effort of the UW-BC Music Department and the adult musicians of the surrounding communities. The group rehearses weekly and performs one concert during each semester. This ensemble is open to any student or community member; auditions may be required. For more information on Communiversity Band, visit ce.uwc.edu/barron or contact Joosten at mike.joosten@uwc.edu.
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Deer Hunting FAQs, Part II These special edition FAQs were taken by the DNR Call Center, the Department of Natural Resources' conservation wardens and the Bureau of Wildlife Management. Today's topics include tagging deer and harvest registration. The Call Center is staffed daily, 7 a.m. - 10 p.m., and offers bilingual service in Spanish and Hmong. The DNR Call Center staff is happy to help you with any and all of your questions. The number is 1-888-936-7463. Question 1: I'm confused about tagging. Am I supposed to attach the tag before field dressing the animal or moving it? ANSWER: No, the carcass tag only needs to be attached if you leave the carcass. But, and this is important to remember, you still are required to validate your carcass tag immediately upon harvesting the animal and before field dressing it or moving it. You do this step by writing on the carcass tag instead of marking it with a knife! Question 2: Is there a specific place or area on the animal where I'm supposed to attach the tag? ANSWER: No, there really isn't a specific carcass tagging spot. However, you do need to make sure the tag is accessible for inspection -- no matter where you end up tagging the carcass. It has to be easy to see and to get to. Question 3: How do I protect the validated carcass tag? ANSWER: You are correct in that you are required to keep the validated carcass tag legible and in good condition. There is no required process as long as your method keeps the validated tag protected and attached. You could try the DNR's suggestion -- which is to put the validated tag in a clear plastic sandwich bag, and use string, plastic ties or even wire to secure the tag to the carcass.
Question 4: Am I required to attach the tag prior to or immediately after registration? And what if I’m not sure if I’m leaving the carcass. Am I allowed to attach the validated carcass tag before I leave it? ANSWER: To your first question, no -- the validated carcass tag only needs to be attached if you leave the carcass. And second, yes, there is no restriction on attaching the validated carcass tag too early. When in doubt, just attach it. Question 5: I usually hunt with my buddies. What if I leave the carcass with a friend? Can I just give my buddy the carcass tag? ANSWER: No, you can't do that. The validated carcass tag needs to be attached. The legal requirement is based on whether you, as the person providing the validated tag, have left the animal. Leaving the carcass with other people does not change the requirement to attach a validated tag to your animal when you leave it. Question 6: OK, what if I still can see the carcass but I’m a long distance away from it? ANSWER: No, the validated carcass tag needs to be attached. When in doubt, just attach it. Question 7: When can I remove the tag? ANSWER: A validated carcass tag that has been attached only can be removed from the carcass at the time of butchering or when prepared by a taxidermist, but the person who killed or obtained the animal shall retain the tag until the meat is consumed. Question 8: If a tag is not attached to the animal, how will a conservation warden know if it was legally harvested? ANSWER: As in the past, you still are required to show the validated carcass tag to DNR staff upon their request.
Question 9: Will electronic registration (GameReg) continue to be available to all deer hunters? ANSWER: Yes. All deer registration is completed electronically, and hunters can register deer harvests by phone, mobile device or computer with Internet access. Here's a tip: Completing a deer registration online is much faster than deer registration by telephone. Question 10: How long will a hunter have after harvesting a deer before that deer must be registered? ANSWER: All deer must be registered by 5 p.m. the day after the animal is recovered and the carcass tag is validated. Question 11: Does this registration deadline apply to all deer harvested during the deer seasons? ANSWER: Yes. Any deer harvested must be registered by 5 p.m. the day after it was harvested. Question 12: With the implementation of electronic harvest registration, will the registration requirements for harvested deer change? ANSWER: No. All deer harvested during all deer hunting seasons must be registered before being transported from the DMU of harvest or an adjacent DMU. Traditional registration stations will still be open to provide electronic registration services; however, hunters are not required to register their harvest in person. Hunters can find additional information on electronic registration on the DNR website. Visit dnr. wi.gov, keyword “electronic registration,” for more information. To learn more about rules, regs, safety and the deer hunt, mark your calendars for the November 10, onehour LIVE online chat with DNR wardens and wildlife experts. Starts at noon. If you miss it, you can read the transcript at your convenience later. It should be an engaging chat. You can join it at dnr.wi.gov
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Food Pantry donations will get a free gallon of washer fluid, this month at Lampert Lumber In an effort to stock local food shelves, Lampert Lumber in Amery will be one of many Lampert Lumber stores participating in this year’s food drive. And now, there’s an added incentive to help in the cause that will prepare for the upcoming season of sloppy winter driving. Through November (or while supplies last), bring two non-perishable food items to Amery’s Lampert Lumber store and receive one FREE gallon of windshield washer fluid in appreciation for your donation. Limit one gallon per customer. All food items will be donated to the Amery Area Food Pantry.
AMERY AREA PUBLIC 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." Author event Join us for a presentation and book-signing with William Kent Krueger, author of the Cork O'Connor mystery series and most recently of Manitou Canyon. November 19 at 10 a.m. After school club Thursdays from September 1 through November 17, 3:30 p.m. Legos or maker projects open to school-age children. Need a ride from school? Bring a note from home to take Bus 11 to the library. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Storytime Storytime is held on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Join Miss Riss for interactive stories, songs, and more. Stick around after storytime for engaging art, music, or other early learning activities. Geared toward 2-5 yearolds and their caregivers. 1,000 books before kindergarten and Baby book bees These ongoing early literacy initiatives encourage families to establish a strong foundation of reading in young children. Visit the library to sign up for the program that is right for your child. Teen advisory board Open to 12-18 year olds, the Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Friday of each month, 3:45 p.m.—5:00 p.m., to plan events, talk about books and more. Book discussion groups The Inspirational Reading Book Club meets on the first Monday of the
month at 10:30 a.m. The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 p.m. to discuss general fiction and literature. The Great Seniors Book Club meets on the third Monday of the month at 10 a.m., at the Amery Area Community Center. Tech help program Have questions about using your computer, tablet, or mobile device? Need some help with 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.
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Volunteers collecting shoebox gifts for children in need AMERY, Wis., Nov. 01, 2016— Several local locations will serve as collection sites this year for the Samaritan’s Purse project Operation Christmas Child—the world’s largest Christmas project of its kind. During National Collection Week, Nov. 14 – 21, Amery residents can donate shoeboxes—filled with school supplies, hygiene items, notes of encouragement and fun toys, such as a doll or soccer ball—for Operation Christmas Child to deliver to children in need around the world. This year, Amery and surrounding cities residents hope to contribute more than 7,073 shoebox gifts toward the 2016 global goal of reaching 12 million children. “The shoebox gifts donated by Amery volunteers at these dropoff locations will shine a light of hope to children living in poverty overseas,” said Regional Director . “Anyone is welcome to pack a shoebox and help a child facing difficult circumstances to feel loved and not forgotten.” LOCAL COLLECTION SITES: Hudson, WI - Faith Community Church, 777 Carmichael Road, Hudson, WI 54016 Mon, Nov. 14: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Tue, Nov. 15: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Wed, Nov. 16: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Thu, Nov. 17: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Fri, Nov. 18: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Sat, Nov. 19: 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Sun, Nov. 20: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Mon, Nov. 21: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Baldwin, WI - First Reformed Church, 1120 11th Avenue, Baldwin, WI 54002 Mon, Nov. 14: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Tue, Nov. 15: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Wed, Nov. 16: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Thu, Nov. 17: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Fri, Nov. 18: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Sat, Nov. 19: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Sun, Nov. 20: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Mon, Nov. 21: 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. Ellsworth, WI - Zion Covenant Church, 210 N Beulah Street, Ellsworth, WI 54011 Mon, Nov. 14: 8 a.m. - 10 a.m., 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Tue, Nov. 15: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Wed, Nov. 16: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Thu, Nov. 17: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Fri, Nov. 18: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Sat, Nov. 19: 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Sun, Nov. 20: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Mon, Nov. 21: 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. New Richmond, WI - Faith Community Church, 1040 Paperjack Drive, New Richmond, WI 54017 Mon, Nov. 14: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Tue, Nov. 15: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Wed, Nov. 16: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Thu, Nov. 17: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Fri, Nov. 18: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Sat, Nov. 19: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. Sun, Nov. 20: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. Mon, Nov. 21: 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Osceola, WI - Osceola Community Church, 2492 Education Avenue, Osceola, WI 54020 Mon, Nov. 14: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. Tue, Nov. 15: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. Wed, Nov. 16: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Thu, Nov. 17: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. Fri, Nov. 18: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. Sat, Nov. 19: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sun, Nov. 20: 12 p.m. - 7 p.m. Mon, Nov. 21: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Hours subject to change. A full list of area collection locations can be found online. For more information on how to participate in Operation Christmas Child, call 612-359-7025 or visit samaritanspurse.org/occ. By going online to give the suggested donation of $7 per shoebox gift, participants can follow their box to discover where in the world it will be delivered. They can also pack a shoebox gift online and even upload a photo and note of encouragement. Operation Christmas Child is a project of Samaritan’s Purse, an international Christian relief and evangelism organization headed by Franklin Graham. The mission of Operation Christmas Child is to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way to children in need around the world, and together with the local church worldwide, to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has collected and delivered more than 135 million gift-filled shoeboxes to children in more than 150 countries and territories. For many of these children, the gift-filled shoebox is the first gift they have ever received.
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October was the third safest in terms of traffic deaths since World War II Last month, 43 people died in traffic crashes on Wisconsin roads, which made it the third safest month of October in terms of traffic deaths since the end of World War II, according to preliminary statistics from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT). The safest month of October since World War II occurred in 2009 with 39 traffic deaths, and the deadliest October was in 1971 with 127 fatalities. Traffic fatalities last month were three fewer than October 2015 and seven fewer than the
five-year average for the month of October. As of October 31, a total of 484 people have died in Wisconsin traffic crashes this year, including 70 motorcycle operators, five motorcycle passengers, 36 pedestrians and 10 bicyclists. Traffic deaths through October were 16 more than the same period in 2015 and 22 more than the five-year average. As winter approaches, motorists will need to become acclimated to driving under adverse weather conditions, advises David Pabst, director of the WisDOT Bureau of
Transportation Safety. “It won’t be long before we’ll be hit with ice, snow, and limited visibility on roadways. To prevent crashes, drivers will need to slow down and pay attention when weather and road conditions deteriorate. And to protect themselves, they need to buckle up,” Pabst says. “This also is a time of year when daylight dwindles and deer are prone to dart onto roadways, so drivers need to be especially cautious and alert.” More winter driving tips are available online at wisconsindot.gov.
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. Babysitter Training for youth, ages 10-15. Learn the skills necessary to safely and responsibly give care for children and infants. Saturday, Nov 12 from 9 a - 3:30 p. Fee $44, pre-register with Community Ed – only a handful of seats remain. Gymnastics – recreational for ages 3+ on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Class openings for Beginners at 5:30 pm. Register soon! Computers for Beginners: you will be introduced to word processing, the internet, Windows, and various types of computers and components. Bring your own laptop or use the computers available in class. Nov 10, 15 & 17 from 5-7 p. Fee $24.05 or Sr Fee (62+ as of Aug 17) $4.50. Pre-register with WITC: www. witc.edu or 1-800-243-9482 ext 4221. Class # 65124 Catalog #42-107-413. Cooking: French Pastry Night: Make delicious coffee or chocolate eclairs. Class is for adults, high school youth and adult/child teams on Nov 14 from 6-8 p. Fee $25, pre-register with Community Ed. Supply fee $8, pay in class Going Gluten-Free the Healthy Way: Do you know what gluten really is and where you find it? How do you know if you have a gluten sensitivity? Join us to learn the body signs; understand the gluten connection to health, ADHD, autoimmune diseases, and skin conditions; discover hidden sources of gluten; find out how to make gluten-free eating simple and easy on Nov 17 from 6-8 p. Fee $24, pre-register with Community Ed. Bath & Body Workshop: Join Terri from Crescent Moon Candles & Bath and create bath teas, bath salts and foaming sugar scrubs as gifts for family and friends . . . or keep for yourself! Nov 29 from 6-8 p. Fee $20, pre-register by Nov 21 with Community Ed. Supply fee $20 pay at class.
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! (closed Nov 23, Dec 28 & Mar 8) Adult Recreational Basketball for Men and Women in the middle school on Wednesday evenings from 6-9:30 p, Nov 2 through Mar 29. (closed Nov 23, Dec 28 & Mar 8) Come with your team early in the season to get on the schedule or come to join a team. There is a team fee. For more info call Comm Ed 715.268.9771 x220. Open Gym for Families sponsored by PowerUp: a chance for kids and families to bounce a ball, shoot some hoops, play catch or just run around and be active together. Nov 6 - Kids Dance AND Open Gym - tons of fun! For families with children of all ages. Parents/ Guardians must stay in the gym with the children. Sundays - Nov 6 & 20, Dec 4 & 18, Jan 8 & 22, Feb 5 & 19, March 12 from 1:30-3:30 p in the Intermediate – enter through the doors facing the NORTH parking lot. Just show up! Basketball Winter Rec: Supervised free-play BB open gym for youth and families on Sundays in the middle school. For boys and girls grades 4-12. Families are encouraged to participate together. Younger children are welcome with parents. Church groups welcome. Bring your own basketball. Enter through North doors. No fee. Sundays 1:30-3:30 p, Nov 6 through March 12 (CLOSED Dec 25 & Jan 1).
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ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY Monty is a scampering prankster. He and his kitten clan buddies at the shelter know how to make good use of time out of their kennels, chasing, batting and sneaking up on one an-
other for fun and games kitten style. Monty is 10 weeks old. He is an Orange Tabby neutered male kitten. He would love to go home with a playmate, of which there are several to choose from. Bart is nearly identical to Monty. They are an orange tabby tag team. Tuffy and Cubby are chubby spotted white kitten brothers. Oscar is an eight week old Brown Tabby kitten. He is so tiny and cute. Buster is like an older brother in that he too is a Brown Tabby, 11 weeks old. Buster is our wild child kitten. He is a kitten on the go and will undoubtedly make a fantastic mouse catching machine.
Roxanne is a sweetheart Calico kitten. Her coat has soft calico colors befitting of this gentle little girl. All of our kittens are ready to run and play at your house. We are giving them a good start at the shelter, but it is up to you to come in to adopt. Adoptions of the previous week belonged to the cats. Eight cats and one dog found new homes. To be fair, there are more cats available for adoption than there are dogs. Our sweet Black Lab mix Mona has been at the shelter for two months. She is prematurely graying in the muzzle and eyebrows but don’t let that fool you. She is an older gal, seven years, with plenty of go. Mona is a great dog. She gets along with other dogs and just wants a place to fit in. She stands medium height with a stocky build. We have reduced Mona’s adoption fee to facilitate a happy adoption. Milo is a 10 month old Jack Russell Terrier mix, black and white with a wiry coat. He sure is cute. I don’t know where he stores all of his energy but he sure has more than his share. He is enthusiastic with a capital E. Milo loves to hunt varmints and chase squeaky toys. Milo is looking for a home that
can keep up with his boundless energy and wants a dog to enjoy an active life style with. Rocket is a Collie mix neutered male. He is a young dog that will do well in a home that can give him love and attention with a bit of training. Roxie is a six year old, very quiet and docile, Chihuahua-Rat Terrier mix. She has a wiry black coat. Roxie came to the shelter from an abusive household and needs a second chance with all the bells and whistles. She doesn’t know what it means to be spoiled but she sure deserves to be. If you are looking for a way to unwind at the end of the week, plan on making your destination Ward’s Bar in Dresser on Friday, November 11. There you will enjoy a Bacon Meat Raffle hosted by the Dresser Lions. The proceeds from the Bacon Raffle will be donated to Arnell Humane Society and all the animals in our care. Join the Dresser Lions at 6:30 pm on Friday, to support Arnell and enjoy a great burger and a brew. You might just win the best bacon you ever tasted. Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 715 2687387 (PETS) and online: ARNELLHUMANE. ORG and Facebook
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DNR celebrates Blue-winged Teal as Centennial Bird of the month November's Bird of the Month is the Blue-winged Teal (Anas discors). Because it requires a combination of wetland and grassland habitats for breeding, this duck species is particularly vulnerable to habitat loss. Additionally, harvest rates are poorly known because this species winters as far south as Central and South America, where band reporting rates of harvested birds are unknown but likely very low. Fortunately, conservation of both wetland and grassland habitat on public and private lands benefits this species, since populations can increase with appropriate habitat conditions. The Conservation Reserve Program, which pays farmers to convert row crops to grassland, is also instrumental in improving habitat for teal and other grassland birds. Currently, teal benefit from over 240,000 acres of CRP-enrolled land in Wisconsin. Conservation of
wintering habitat in collaboration with Mexico and Central and South American countries is also necessary for sustaining blue-winged teal populations. The blue-winged teal is one of the first duck species to begin migrating in the fall, and by November almost all individuals have reached their wintering grounds. Blue-winged teal populations can be difficult to manage within a state because they often shift their breeding range around the continent based on wetland habitat conditions. Estimating breeding blue-winged teal populations can be challenging because as late spring migrants they can be confused with locally breeding birds. Blue-winged teal was the most abundant breeding duck species in Wisconsin and the Great Lakes region as recently as the 1980s.
DNR educator to discuss Wisconsin’s varied habitats, wildlife The ecology of Wisconsin forests, wetlands, grasslands and the common animals associated with each will be the focus of Christian Cold’s presentation at UW-Barron County, Nov. 10, 12:30 to 1:20 p.m., in the Blue Hills Lecture Hall (R234). The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources wildlife technician, based in Ladysmith, also will discuss predator and prey relationships and will include a couple of live animals native to the state in his presentation. His talk is part of UW-BC’s Thursdays @ the U Lecture and Performance Series. Cold is a licensed falconer and former bird bander. In his spare time, he maintains a fleet of educational animals, takes nature hikes, hunts, fishes, wades and snorkels in area streams, and collects fossils, insects and other natural history objects. He lives near the Flambeau River with his wife, Susan. Cold earned his bachelor’s degree in natural resource management and wildlife, with an emphasis in environmental education, from UW-Stevens Point in 1991. 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 715-234-8176.
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. 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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Public asked to report zebra mussels and other invasive species to prevent the spread SPOONER, Wis. - Lakeshore property owners and others enjoying the remaining late fall days on the water are asked to be on the lookout for zebra mussels, an aquatic invasive species recently verified in Big McKenzie Lake in Burnett and Washburn Counties. A lakeshore property owner noticed the mussels attached to his pier as he removed it in October. He took the specimens to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, which verified they were zebra mussels. DNR staff found a handful of additional zebra mussels at two separate locations a water intake and a boat lift - during follow-up monitoring. The discovery is the first inland zebra mussel population verified in the 12 county area of northwest Wisconsin. DNR and county partners will host an informational meeting on Thursday, Dec. 1 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Spooner Agricultural Research Station, W6646 WI70, Spooner, Wis. 54801 to discuss the find. Pamela Toshner, DNR lake biologist, said the Big McKenzie zebra mus-
sel discovery reinforces the need for boaters to take action to stop aquatic invasive species. "We are fortunate in northwest Wisconsin to have lakes that are mostly free from aquatic invasive species, so this finding is of concern," Toshner said. "All boaters have the ability to stop the spread of invasive species by removing plants and draining water before leaving the boat landing and anyone who enjoys area lakes can help by keeping an eye out for invasives." To help communities respond to this aquatic invasive species threat, DNR has already committed a $20,000 early detection and response grant to the McKenzie Lakes Association. Clean Boats, Clean Waters grants are also available to ramp up watercraft inspection efforts to contain the zebra mussels and prevent the spread to other area lakes. DNR encourages citizens to become engaged in the Citizen Lake Monitoring Network, which provides access to training from lake experts from across the state. Zebra mussels are an
invasive species that can displace native species, disrupt ecosystems and hamper recreation. Zebra mussels are fingernail-sized bottom-dwellers native to Europe and Asia. A ballast water exchange of an ocean-going ship most likely introduced zebra mussels to the Great Lakes from Europe in the mid-1980s. Fortunately in Wisconsin, fewer than 5 percent of lakes deemed suitable for colonization actually have zebra mussels. DNR is encouraging lakeshore property owners, contractors, anglers and hunters to keep an eye out for the invaders, which resemble small clams with a yellowish or brownish D-shaped shell and alternating darkand light-colored stripes. Most are under an inch and they frequently grow in clusters attached to pier posts, boat lifts, rocks and other hard surfaces. People who find zebra mussels or other invasive species should: •Check the DNR website to see if the invasive species has not been previously found in that body ofwater; •Note the exact location
where the organism was found; •Take a digital photo in the setting where the species was found, then collectup to five specimens of various sizes and put in a jar with water; put thejar on ice and refrigerate it; and •Contactlocal DNR or County Land & Water Conservation Department AISContacts and deliver the specimens. As a reminder, to prevent the spread of zebra mussels and other aquatic invasive species, Wisconsin law requires all boaters to: •Inspect boats, trailers and equipment including anchors and other places that accumulate sediment; •Remove all attached aquatic plants, animals and mud; •Drain all water from boats, vehicles and equipment; and •Never move plants or live fish away from a water body. To learn more about zebra mussels and other aquatic invasive species, search "AIS" on dnr. wi.gov.
November
All the leaves have gone, it’s true November is a thankful time which is important too. The humidity is gone. We feel the air is crisp with an even keel. It makes us come to life Ready to face the world with its strife. We don’t like to mention the word snow But it’s right around the corner we know. It is so exciting to see the first snowflakes fall Swaying and dancing like their having a ball. Then comes Thanksgiving dinner at hand. The annual feast in this bountiful land. Then the Christmas shopping for the day That is coming soon, not far away. November has more to offer than we thought. Full of activity of all the things that’s been bought. We have a lot to look forward to, I can see. A great time of the year for you and me.
COLLEGE HONORS AND ACCOLADES Area Students receive scholarships MENOMONIE, Wis. - Scholarships valued at more than $760,000 were awarded to 380 University of Wisconsin-Stout students this year through the Stout University Foundation. Clayton, WI Bryce Befort, Science Education, Orville and Sylvia Nelson Endowed Scholarship; Glenn L. Hardy Endowed Scholarship Dresser, WI Joseph Raygor, Early Childhood Education, Goodman Family Endowed Scholarship Luck, WI Whitney Petersen, Packaging, William Heller Senior Scholarship Madeline Ramich, Plastics Engineering, John Leon Abrams Memorial Endowed Scholarship The students received the awards Sept. 15 during a scholarship reception on campus.
BIRTHS St. Croix Regional Medical Center St. Croix Falls Wyatt Scott Douglas, 8 lbs. 7 ozs., born on October 28 to Stephanie Stich and Devin Douglas of Cushing. Anthony Avalos, 7 lbs. 1 oz. born of October 31 to Jennifer Avalos. Jackson James Sill, 7 lbs. 10 ozs., born on November 2 to Anne and Nathan Sill of Chisago City, MN. Eleanor Marjorie Hanson, 7 lbs. 14 ozs., born on November 4 to Maria and Clayton Hanson of Dresser.
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Super America Nextgen Motors
Ida Mae’s Cafe Nextgen Motors
PHONE: 715-268-8101 | FAX: 715-268-5300
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
The following units are considered abandoned and will be sold at auction Saturday, November 12, 2016. Unit #64 & #69 owned by Holly Schuldt and Unit #78 owned by Mitchell Lundstrom. CLEAR LAKE SELF STORAGE 301 US Hwy. 63, Clear Lake, WI 715-491-0152 or 715-263-2269
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Willow Ridge Healthcare is currently seeking a
IMMEDIATE HIRE OPPORTUNITY
Traditions of Frederic CBRF/ Assisted Living
Full Time Licensed Social Worker to serve the residents of our progressive and caring community. This position assists residents and their families in the Nursing Facility unit. Duties include: Working closely with physicians and other health care personnel in patient evaluation and treatment to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors underlying resident’s health problems. Completes and updates social service assessments as part of the comprehensive resident assessment process. Works cooperatively with members of the interdisciplinary team to develop, implement, and evaluate the plan of care. Audits clinical records of residents on a regular basis to monitor resident responses to care and treatment and to identify concerns about resident rights. Assists with readmission review and care planning for admissions. Provides service planned to restore resident to optimum social and health adjustment within resident’s capacity. Plans activities to enhance cognitive function and socialization. Records progress notes in the clinical record. Assist with facility marketing through outreach and public speaking.
is looking to hire a
RN/Manager
to join our growing team! Experience in RN/Management in a CBRF is highly preferred. 32-40 hours per week and a competitive salary.
Also looking for FT or PT LPN/RN
FOR RENT
460 SF secure space
Qualifications requirements: Bachelor’s degree in social work; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Contact Nicole at 715-268-8171 or stop in to fill out an application
Willow Ridge Healthcare 400 Deronda St., Amery
Rear Shoppes of Amery
FOR SALE:
8 golf course lots located in Pondhurst, Amery, WI 54001 Also available attractive rural building sites.
$250 per month Call Nate @ 715-441-1423
CARNINE REALTY Joe 715-222-1706 Cell 715-268-6336 Home
Main Street Exposure at 217 North Keller Avenue
REGANA INVESTMENT FOR RENT
1 BR apt. in Amery, WI
Call Shirley 715-808-4060
3 Offices w/common area: 220 sq ft each Rent $285 each 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!
COACHING POSITION Clear Lake H.S. The School District of Clear Lake is currently seeking candidates for the following coaching positions:
•JV Wrestling Coach
oPractice begins Monday, November 14, 2016 oSeason runs through February
•C Team Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
oPractice begins Monday, November 14, 2016 oSeason runs through February Contact Dale Rosen by e-mail at drosen@clwarriors.org or by phone at 715-263-2113 ASAP a letter of interest; include experience and qualifications. Positions are open until filled.
Deadline for the Classified page is Friday noon
Minimum of one year lease 2 year lease – last 2 months rent free 3 year lease – last 3 months rent free
Full Time PM - RN Full Time CNA- NOC/PM (paid CNA training available) Dietary Aide- Full/Part Time Come be a part of our progressive and caring team!
Will consider trade of other houses and real estate SOME AGENT OWNERSHIP
Office space for rent in Downtown Amery
Willow Ridge Healthcare is now hiring for the following:
*SIGN ON BONUS FOR ALL NEW HIRES!*
Please email resumes to Audrey at atraditions107@gmail.com, 763-843-0779
Contact Nicole at 715-268-8171 or stop in to fill out an application
Willow Ridge Healthcare 400 Deronda St., Amery Phone 715-268-8171
HELP WANTED
Caregivers needed immediately for overnight position(s) Up to $11/hour starting wage. Hours from Part-time Casual to 4+ 8-hour shifts per week. Experience desired, but not necessary. Will train the right individual. Cooking and housekeeping experience helpful. APPLY IN PERSON
300 Michigan Ave., Centuria, WI 54824 715-640-3330
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2 Full Time Screen Printers $500 Sign On Bonus with successful completion of 1st 6 months! No experience needed - on the job training
For additional information please call 715-554-4067
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The following units at Amery Self Storage will be auctioned in November-December at Smith-sales.com: Unit #183, Rob LaBathe, containing Craftsman toolbox with tools, mini fridge, miniature tractor, child’s Silverado truck, 2 tires, misc. Xbox games, etc. Unit #73, Shelly Lundstrom, containing big screen TV, lamps, misc. boxes, misc. totes, clothes basket, etc. Unit #91, David Johnson, containing iron horse gravity lift, fan, printer, 2 tires, fireplace set, 2 mirrors, shelf, etc.
Parts Counter Salesperson Frontier Ag & Turf, your locally owned John Deere Dealer with 6 locations, is looking for a full-time Parts Counter Salesperson for our Turtle Lake, WI store. This position is responsible for selling, receiving and delivery of parts and accessories, customer service, organizational promotion and stocking duties. Applicants must have Ag equipment knowledge, computer skills, the ability to use the John Deere Parts catalog computer application and have superior customer service skills. Must be comfortable managing information electronically and a schedule that allows for Saturday shifts.
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Amery Self Storage, 487 State Road 46, Amery, WI 54001 715-222-9500
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Adoray Is Growing! RN - Home Health Team
North Counties (Polk, Burnett, Barron) 24 hours per week
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
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ESTATE SALE
Fri. Nov. 11, 9 am-4 pm Sat. Nov. 12, 8 am-noon
Polk County offers careers that Matter Join us to make a difference, together we will strengthen our community!
Formal dining room table, hutch, bedroom set, couch, tables & chairs, coffee table, floor lamps, pictures, plus much more.
717 Pondhurst Circle, Amery
N ow Hiring!
To find out more, visit good-sam.com/stcroixvalley.
MOVING SALE
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
1119 80th Ave., Amery
Retail Associate
(inside heated garage)
Antiques: oak library table, kerosene-fired egg incubator, railroad cart, NSP tool chest and misc. small items. Craftsman table saw, tools, guns. Electric clothes dryer. Couch, chairs, oak dining table w/6 chairs, maple dining table w/8 ladder back chairs, mid-century modern dining table w/6 chairs and hutch. Dishes, glassware, pots & pans, miscellaneous household items. Sewing machine, Grace longarm machine quilting frame, Flynn quilting system. Farm fresh brown eggs. Something for everyone!
10-12 Hours per week – flexible schedule
Are you enthusiastic? Have an eye for fashion? Enjoy selling? If so you are the person that we are looking for to join our dynamic team at Adoray’s Treasures From the Heart Store in Osceola, WI.
Now Hiring!
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!
Good Samaritan Society - St. Croix Valley, is now hiring a fulltime Maintenance Technician. Competitive benefits offered.
For detailed job description on this position, go to www.jobshq.com. In the keyword search box, type Adoray
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.
Stop by to fill out an application today North of Amery on Hwy. 46 715-268-7654
We cannot function without great employees - talented, caring professionals are rewarded with a great, competitive total rewards package.
Good Samaritan Society – St. Croix Valley is now hiring fulland part-time CNAs. Competetive benefits offered.
November 10 & 11, 8 am-5 pm November 12, 8 am-2 pm
All Shifts
Deputy Clerk of Court — Justice Center Full-time - Non-exempt Position Starting Wage: $17.09 A specialized position requiring timely and accurate completion of work focusing on policy compliance and application in accordance with Court Orders, Wisconsin Statutes, and the policies, procedures and laws established for various types of Court filings and maintenance. Requires a minimum of an Associate Degree as a Legal Assistant or related field and two (2) years experience working in the legal system, or a combination providing the equivalent level of knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered. Deadline to apply: November 22, 2016
Communication Officer — Sheriff’s Department Full-time - Non-exempt Position Starting Wage: $20.03 The primary responsibility of this position is to receive 9-1-1 calls, offering essential services through appropriate prioritizing of the calls and dispatching necessary services. Requires an Associate Degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Polk County will provide appropriate training to the successful candidate that demonstrates the basic skills and core competencies necessary for this position. Deadline to apply: November 23 , 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
Assemblers Parker Hannifin - a World Class Motion and Control Manufacturing Company has an immediate need for full-time Assembly Positions. Positions will be on 1st and/or 2nd shift. These positions are located in our Grantsburg, Wisconsin facility at 533 N Oak Street, Grantsburg, WI 54840.
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• Assemble quick release couplings • Operate all assembly equipment • Package completed assemblies for shipment • Verify the function of the product • Participate in continuous improvement opportunities and help implement them, by using the A3 and 3 legged 5 why tools • Ensure quality standards are met in all processes • Follow standard work and work instructions • Maintain clean work environment using 5S principle • Work in a safe manner, complying with all safety policies and procedures • Maintaining an minimum of 90% daily attainment level Requirements: Personable, good verbal and written communication skills, good dexterity and attention to detail through visual inspection, excellent attendance, able to effectively work independently and in a team environment, self-starter, motivated and have a can-do attitude, High Diploma/GED, previous assembly or production experience preferred, must be 18 years old, must be able to work overtime, including Saturdays when necessary Physical Requirements: Required to stand 95 - 100% of the time, lifting up to 35 pounds frequently and continuous lifting up to 15 pounds. Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 500 Company and a worldwide leader in the manufacture of motion and control. We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary, quarterly profit sharing plan, 401(k) plan with match, pension plan, as well as flexible medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. We will only be taking resumes thru www.parker.com/careers Parker is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor)
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Actors needed for local ‘Walk through Bethlehem’ Amery. Fridays and Saturdays will be from 6 to 9 p.m. and Sundays will be from 2 to 5 p.m. The churches invite the public to participate in a number of ways. Because not everyone can participate for the duration of the event, those who are willing to commit to any number of days are greatly appreciated. The churches need merchants, townspeople of all ages, Roman soldiers and various other characters. They are also looking for people with skills like carving and other crafts that would be of this time period. Costumes will be provided, and there are no lines to learn. Everyone will be coached as to what they should do in the role they have accepted.
BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM
First Lutheran Church and St. Joseph Catholic Church have joined efforts once again to bring back the popular Christmas attraction ‘Walk Through Bethlehem’ and they’re looking for people just like you to participate. The event allows the public to walk free of charge through a staged village of Bethlehem, complete with shopkeepers, artisans and local residents. Various shops and booths depicting typical everyday life will be built, along with a live manger scene with live animals. It’s a huge undertaking that will take place December 9-11 and 16-18 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in
A local carpenter uses his skills during the 2010 ‘Walk through Bethlehem.’
The event will be used to collect donations for local food shelves, and is expected to draw crowds from quite a distance. Last time the event was brought to Amery, more than 1,800 people attended over two days, and organizers collected more than $2,000 and 2,000 pounds of food for area food shelves. Coordinators would like to have volunteers in place by November 21. Those who would like to participate in any way should contact Steve Ramin at 715-554-2065 or Jennifer Lefler at 612-3563423.
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