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The State sponsored Senior Tax Exchange Program, a program that offers tax incentives for seniors to volunteer with their local schools, is under fire at the Federal level, and may soon be put to an end throughout the state according to school officials.

As discussed during the November meeting of the Amery School Board, the program has recently come under fire by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

STEP allows adults 55 and older to volunteer with the school in exchange for up to $431 in property tax credit. The Amery District has had roughly 10-15 adults per year participate annually since 2008, doing activities like tutoring and volunteering in the classroom.

District Financial Manager, Twilia Sikkink, explains, “The IRS’s issue with the program is that you can’t volunteer and also get paid. So if we pay [volunteers] they need to be on the payroll and collect payroll tax. That wouldn’t be so bad, except then they become an employee.”

Sikkink explains there are certain discrimination issues that could come into play, in addition to other problems that would created by giving seniors a W2 and additional reportable income.

In debating ways to resolve the issue,

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ers since it began. But this year, they’re learning that the impact of their work is bigger than they ever imagined.

Going on seven years now, advisor Emily Larson has made sending military care packages a labor

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Amery third grader’s birthday mission: Tell worried parents ‘it’s going to be ok’

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first three months of her fragile life at Children’s Hospital in St. Paul.

Today, this little girl who could once fit almost entirely in the palm of someone’s hand has grown into an amazing young lady with a heart that’s bigger

THE SUN No one has ever become poor by giving. – Anne Frank

Reagan Thompson’s very life, and each year in it, has been a gift.

This December 29 she’ll celebrate her ninth birthday.

The Amery third grader was born an incredible three months early, weighing just over a pound. She spent the

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(Right) Hardly bigger than a toy herself, Reagan Thompson sits among a pile of stuffed animals she’ll take to Children’s Hospital on the anniversary of the day she was born 3 months early, December 29.

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GIFTS: Project has grown into a community effort, toys still accepted through Dec. 26 FROM PAGE ONE

than all creation. When asked what she wanted to do for her birthday, it wasn’t something for herself that she asked for.

More than anything, instead of gifts, she wanted the parents of other preemies and sick children to see that even the tiniest babies can grow into amazing young ladies like her.

So, December 29th, Reagan plans to visit the hospital that saved her life, and pay it forward.

Reagan has been collecting new stuffed animals with tags on them, and will take them with her on that

day. She’s calling her mission Reagan’s Comfort 4 Kids.

But perhaps the real comfort will be for the many worried parents she meets that day. And what a gift that will be.

If you’d like to help Reagan by donating a new (with tags on) stuffed animal(s) to her cause, bring your donation to Johnson Drug inside Amery Hospital and Clinic, First Lutheran Church, or The Hair Company in New Richmond between now and December 26.

Reagan, and a few tiny newborns and their parents, say thank you.

Amery third grader Reagan Thompson was born three months early, weighing just over a pound. She spent the first three months of her life in Children’s Hopsital in St. Paul.

CARING: Gifts come full circle as local Veterans step in the help complete the mission

Amery FCCLA students pose with 20 more miliary care packages being sent out this week. The packages make 170 total packages the group has been able to send in the last six years.

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candy, gum, Velveeta, granola bars, chips, some guacamole from Advanced Food Products, and more. Even some hand written cards and notes from local youngsters.

It’s a little Christmas cheer for soldiers whom they know will appreciate it most—those with a local connection.

What makes the effort even more remarkable, is that these students fundraise to buy many of the contents and pay for the shipping themselves. They bake treats, and hold bake sales. And organize all kinds of other fundraisers. They get creative, and enterprising. And find donors. Because that’s what FCCLA is all about.

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is a national student organization that provides personal growth, leadership development, and career preparation opportunities for students in Family

and Consumer Sciences education.

Members develop skills for life through: character development, creative and critical thinking, interpersonal communication, practical knowledge, and career preparation.

Amery’s FCCLA chapter has consistently been one of the largest in the state, with participation numbering from 60 to 100 students strong. They’ve embraced countless causes over the years in their quest to be better citizens.

This year’s group found themselves selling cheese curds in an effort to raise the last few hundred dollars to push the boxes overseas.

That is, until some local veterans got wind of their efforts.

On Veterans Day, Larson showed a few of the local Veterans the work her students were doing to put together the care packages. They knew first hand how much those little boxes of goodies can mean to a service member far from

home, especially during the holidays.

And they stepped in to do what veterans do—take care of their own.

Larson says shortly after they received checks from each of three local Veteran’s groups: the VFW, the Legion, and the Auxiliary.

Needless to say, it was enough to cover shipping, and then some.

The favor of taking care of our own has gone full circle in the Amery community.

The Vets have received donations from thankful citizens like Chili and Gzime Ilazi of Amery Family Restaurant, whose real story of appreciation for American service members dates back to a time before they came to the United States.

Our local Vets paid some of the Ilazi’s money forward to FCCLA students, who are in turn learning to be better

people through their service. There’s no doubt that sending these boxes is a reward in itself.

And the service members who receive the packages?

They’ve heard back from some of them, one being a former student of Larson’s.

The package of goodies, including Oreos, will be a nice treat this holiday.

In the meantime, he and his fellow service men and women will continue paying it forward, giving up time with their families, safety and a lot more for all of us.

It seems like a few cookies and a little beef jerky is the least we can do.

Thank you for your service, Veterans. Merry Christmas to you, near and far.

Austin Klugow (center), a former student of Emily Larson’s who has been stationed throughout the MIddle East, takes a moment to pose with his fellow soldiers for a thank you message to FCCLA students back in Amery.

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form 1099 was discussed as a possibility. But Sikkink says that that option doesn’t work either.

“To do a 1099 they have to be considered an independent contractor, and we control what they would be doing and therefore they’re not an independent contractor. They wouldn’t qualify,” she says.

Sikkink reports that other districts throughout the state are reacting with everything from sticking their heads in the sand to cancelling the program al-

together.

“Really this has all come to light in the last few weeks,” adds Superintendent, James Kuchta. “We may be subject to an audit, and not only could it impact the school district in fines and back taxes, but it could also individually impact those involved in the program,” he says. “We love volunteerism and we appreciate what retirees and adults do in the community for our schools, but we don’t really have a choice. It’s the IRS telling us you no longer can do it this way.”

The program was initially approved and put into motion by the board when it began in 2008. In discussing a path forward, Superintendent Kuchta will make a recommendation to the board at an upcoming monthly meeting.

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DECEMBER 15 Amery Area Garden Club

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Middle School Holiday Concert Amery Middle School presents their annual Holiday Concert at 7:30 p.m. at the High School Auditorium. The eveing will feature 6th Grade Band and Choir, and Middle School Jazz Band and Choir. Free and open to the public.

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DECEMBER 16 Empty Bowls Event Clear Lake and Clayton schools team up for their first Empty Bowls event, serving soup, beverages and dessert from 4 to 6:30 at the Clear Lake High School commons. The event is a fundraiser to support local Salvation Army backpack programs and feed children in need.

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Love Lite Entertainment Amery Hospital and Clinic held their annual Love Lite Tree lighting ceremony on Thursday, December 8. Students and adults of the Apple River Ensemble led everyone in a Christmas sing-a-long. All proceeds for the Love Light Tree support healthcare scholarships for local high school students.

DECEMBER 20

PJ Storytime with Santa

A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas

The Deer Park Public Libarary will host a PJ Storytime with Santa on Friday, December 16 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

In their hardest winter ever, Charles Ingalls backtracks his family to Burr Oak, Iowa to take over running of a hotel.

When she begins reading to a wealthy acquaintance, Laura becomes worried that Ma and Pa will give her up for adoption to ease the burden of so many children. As Christmas morning approaches, Laura is faced with a tough decision.

Don’t miss the one-night-only performance on Tuesday, December 20 at 7 p.m., as Festival Theater brings ‘A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas’ to the Amery High School Auditorium. Tickets are $26.00 for adults, or $13.50 for age 5-25. To reserve your tickets at festivaltheater.org, call 715-483-3387, or email festivaltheatreboxoffice@gmail.com.

DECEMBER 16-18 Walk Through Bethlehem Let the true meaning of Christmas come to life with a stroll through Bethlehem.

Share in the excitement of the night as you walk through the village full of live actors portraying merchants, artisans, towns-people and others. End your journey at the live nativity with animals, shepherds, Mary & Joseph and baby Jesus.

This is a free community event for all ages. Non-perishable food or financial donations accepted for Amery Area Food Shelf. Located at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery, Friday and Saturday from 6 to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m.

DECEMBER 17 ‘Joy to the World’ Join Northern Lakes Center for the Arts in their annual performance of readings and carols with the Northern Lakes Chamber Orchestra.

Starts at 7:30 p.m.

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DECEMBER 23 John Legut Memorial Cup Enjoy a great hockey game featuring Amery alumni and help raise funds for educational scholarships. Game starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Amery Ice Arena. Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for students, and children 6 and under are free. Hockey alumni interested in playing please contact Andrea Legut at andrealegut@yahoo.com or call 715-781-0710.

Wizards of Winter St. Croix Casino in Turtle Lake presents ‘Wizards of Winter,’ a tribute to the Trans Siberian Orchestra from 6 to 8 p.m.

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DECEMBER 25 Christmas Day Dinner Amery Community Center cordially invites you to a

Christmas Day Dinner at 2 p.m.

Cost of the dinner is a free will donation. If you’d like to donate food for this event, please contact the center.

Free Holiday Community Skate Celebrate the Holidays with teh 40th Anniversary of teh Amery Youth Hockey Association. The rink will be open for a free Holiday community skate from 6 to 8 p.m. on December 28. Come enjoy free skate rentals and a decorated indoor rink. Free hockey jerseys to elementary school age children while supplies last.

Free hot drinks, holday music, holiday movie and an outdoor bonfire will be sponsored by the Amery Fire Department.

Cookies and food available for purchase.

JANUARY 28 Youth in Harmony The Youth In Harmony Festival is a one day festival for grades 6 through college. This years festival is at Amery High School on January 28th 2017.

Students will learn about close harmony and enjoy the music of some top notch teaching quartets. They will then perform a free concert at 4:30 that afternoon. The concert should last about one hour.

Registration is between 8:30 and 9am. Cost $10 per student.

Registration includes: Music, Learning Tracks (when available), Lunch, Snack, T-Shirt.

Please note: If your student has special dietary needs.....a sack lunch should be brought to the event.More information avail-

able at www.youthinharmonyfestival.org.

ONGOING Pickleball Open gym will be held for pickleball players throughout the winter beginning in November. The High School gym will be open for playing on Wednesdays from 5:45 to 8 p.m.

Cost is free. Inexperienced players welcome.

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Held the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Congregational Church in Amery. Doors open at 7:30, food distribution from 9-10:30.

Open studio Mondays Bring your art supplies and equipment to artZ for an extra bit of guidance during ‘Open studio Mondays,’ every 4th Monday of the month at artZ Gallery in Amery. Get guidance and creative support in finishing your paintings, pastels and mixed media projects.

Cost is $5.00, open 10:30 to 4.

Song Circlde Song Circle meets the second Sunday of every month at the St. Croix Falls Public Libraryn(230 S. Washington, St. Croix Falls, Wis.) from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Questions? Call Lia Falls, 715-501-4487.

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A couple of events that occurred in the past week made me keenly aware that we are witnessing the passage of ordinary people who changed our world through their hard work and determination.

A week ago, our nation marked the 75th Anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, the incident that forever changed our nation.

The nation united in a way that had not been seen ever before and truly hasn’t been seen since. Americans had a single purpose and devoted non-stop energy until the war ended just over four years later.

The technological boost realized by the war revolutionized many phases of every-day life, and the Bill allowed many veterans Publisher GI to get college educations, paving Tom Stangl the way for the expansion of the middle class in the 1950s and 60s.

In addition, the roots of the civil rights and women’s movements were firmly planted during the war. Women were forced to enter the workforce and have remained a vital part of our economy. Minorities served with distinction and President Truman signed an executive order in 1948 banning discrimination in the military.

The heroes of World War II continue to leave us nearly daily. I am appreciative of efforts to thank them for their service and record their verbal histories.

These veterans were young people thrust into a literal battle for the survival of humanity. Many didn’t return home, those who did understandably didn’t want accolades. They had simply done their job and were glad that the experience was behind them.

This week, another World War II veteran, John Glenn, the first American to orbit the earth, passed away at the age of 95.

After World War II, the United States and its former ally the Soviet Union became involved in a less direct, but just as high stakes conflict — the Cold War. Both sides worked tirelessly to find a way to establish ideological or technological dominance over the other.

In October of 1957, the Soviets launched Sputnik 1, the first unmanned satellite to orbit the earth and the opening salvo in the space race. It wasn’t until the end of January of 1958 that the USA successfully launched Explorer 1, our nation’s first unmanned satellite.

In April of 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first human to travel into space and orbit the earth.

In May, Alan Shepard became the first American in space. His capsule entered space, but did not achieve orbit.

On Feb. 20, 1962, John Glenn orbited the earth three times before splashing down in the Atlantic.

After President John F. Kennedy outlined the goal of placing a man on the moon and returning him safely by the end of the 1960s, the space program kicked into high gear, buoyed by the success of Glenn and the other original Mercury 7 astronauts. Thirty-six years later, at the age of 77, he returned to orbit aboard the space shuttle Discovery, becoming the oldest person to fly into space.

Glenn also served as a U.S. senator from Ohio.

Godspeed, John Glenn and all of the veterans from World War II. Words cannot adequately express our nation’s gratitude.

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.

Visiting with Amery students Nov. 19th was standing room only at the Amery Library. The crowd came to see and hear the best selling author, William Kent Krueger. I found out he prefers Kent. He spoke to the group for about a half hour and then answered questions and then signed autographs for everyone who had purchased his latest book. If you haven’t read any of his books, I highly recommend you head to the library and start reading the Cork O’Conner series, beginning with Iron Lake.

Dec.5th found me at the IntermeLocal diate School talking with all the classes about the food drive that was Voices happening at school that week. Each Kay Erickson, day of the week, the kids brought in Amery Mayor an item of food that fit the category, such as Ooddles of Noodles. We talked about how they were helping folks in the Amery School District who use the food

pantry. What a great group of kids!

While at school, I visited Mr. Simonson’s 5th grade class. You may remember they made the front page of the Free Press a couple of weeks ago. They are eagerly learning facts about Amory, Miss. In January, they hope to Skype with the mayor. During my visit, I shared an experience I had last summer. My sister and I were traveling in The Canadian Rockies and stopped at one of the many turn offs to read about some of the mountains. It turned out that one of the peaks we were looking at was Mount Amery. We discovered the peak was named for an Englishman who loved to hike this area.

All this fresh snow must bring smiles to the faces of snowmobile owners and kids with sleds. It also guarantees a white Christmas. May your Christmas be a time of joy and thanksgiving and a time to count blessings large and small. Peace to all, dear readers.

A Year in Review After a long and arduous campaign season, the dust is settling and I’d like to take a moment to reflect on 2016. We all know that the history books and pundits will tell you one story, but I am here to tell you that it was a great success.

First of all, I am so grateful to the voters of the 28th Assembly District for entrusting me Rep. to represent them Adam Jarchow for another two years. It is such an honor to be able to go to Madison and represent Northwestern Wisconsin. We face challenges in this part of the state that others do not. I look forward to continuing to fight for our way of life.

Over the past year, the Legislature has truly worked to move Wisconsin forward. We passed

two pieces of property rights legislation that makes it easier for property owners to maintain and enjoy their homes. Senator Tom Tiffany and I introduced the Homeowners’ Bill of Rights which makes it easier for people to stay in their homes and helps first-time homebuyers make their dreams of owning a home a reality. I am encouraged that we are eliminating burdensome government overreach and making it easier for hard-working Wisconsinites to make life-changing investments. This is one of my top priorities and I will be introducing a package of bills in the next session to continue the progress we have already made.

This past September, I was also able to participate in the Great Lakes Wolf Summit where my colleagues and I brought in experts to discuss the growing wolf population in Great Lakes states.

This was a non-partisan summit to discuss the importance of allowing Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wyoming to able to control our own wolf management programs. Since then, we are even more optimistic that Congress will act and remove the gray wolf from the Endangered Species List.

While I am proud of all our accomplishments at the state level, there is nothing better than coming home and celebrating Christmas with my family. As we enter the Christmas season, we can all take a break from politics, legislation, and meetings and focus on the reason we work so hard to make Wisconsin the best place to live and raise a family. I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year!

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Why Fake News is Dangerous

BY LEE H. HAMILTON

Franklin Roosevelt once said, “Democracy cannot succeed unless those who express their choice are prepared to choose wisely.” He was talking about why education matters in a representative democracy, but it’s a safe bet that had he known about fake internet news, he’d have said the same thing — except maybe with more pointed words.

Our representative democracy depends on Comments ordinary people making sound judgments on Congress about politicians and Lee Hamilton policy. This is hard to do at the best of times.

Issues are complex. Being able to sort out what matters and what’s a diversion takes knowledge and judgment. Being a full citizen in a representative democracy depends on accurate information — and the ability to discern what’s reliable and what’s not.

To fold into that mix deliberately false news makes the citizen’s task much more difficult — maybe even impossible. Yet astoundingly, that’s where we find ourselves now. Millions of people see patently false stories

about undocumented workers pouring across the border or Hillary Clinton being involved in the assassination of JFK — and some number of them believe it. Meanwhile, people across the globe — teenagers in the Balkans, disinformation specialists in Russia, entrepreneurs in the U.S. — all seem to be cashing in.

I’m well aware that some critics argue that “fake news” is nothing new.

They cite such well-known fabricators as Jayson Blair at The New York Times and Janet Cooke at The Washington Post. Fair enough. But when Blair, Cooke and others like them were caught, they were fired and drummed out of journalism.

These days, purveyors of fake news get paid to mislead the public. This is new. These are fantasies masquerading as “news” — misleading, disingenuous and removed from context.

They’re outright lies generated without regard for the commitment to accuracy that real journalism strives for.

This is very, very dangerous. Outside of criminal activities like bribery, it’s hard for me to imagine a greater disservice to our country.

Americans care about being informed. When I’m in front of an audience, invariably someone asks me to recommend the most reliable source of information I know — because there

are a lot of choices out there. People know that they have political decisions to make, that their votes matter, and that they shouldn’t make them in a vacuum. False news makes the basic responsibilities of citizenship much harder.

On the positive side, responsible media outlets are increasingly aware of the problem and are seeking ways to counteract it — as well as to call out politicians who blatantly traffic in misrepresentation. There is no question that in the coming years, real journalists’ ability to identify bogus stories, rebut ignorant claims that go viral, and stymie efforts at misinformation will be a vital part of their responsibilities. Similarly, the platforms that have given an outlet to fake news — Facebook and other social media — are recognizing their obligation to fight it without compromising users’ access to the real stuff.

Which, of course, is what makes what to do about false news so devilishly difficult. As a nation, we thrive on a multitude of voices and news sources.

We don’t want to discourage the sharing of information or opinions, nor do we want to restrict Americans’ access to it.

When misinformation has spread in the past, we’ve always been able to depend on the truth catching up and

eventually prevailing. Now, however, the circuits are being overloaded — not just by the proliferation of platforms and sources of information, but by people who are using the tools of democracy to undermine it. We must strive for an environment in which truth wins the day in the war over information.

I can’t pretend to know how we will ultimately help Americans sort through what’s truth and untruth, what’s serious argument and what’s propaganda, but I do know that this is one of the key battles of our time.

Fake news is a threat to our system, a land mine that can cripple representative democracy by making a mockery of its most basic tenet: that the people will make the right decisions. This is a challenge we need to address head on and without delay — the future of our representative democracy is at stake.

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.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR A ‘Sober’ Reminder

Ashamed to be an American

To the Editor, Deaths and injuries from drunken driving crashes devastate individuals, families and entire communities any time of year. However, these crashes can cause even more overwhelming grief during the holiday season.

To prevent drunken drivers from killing or injuring themselves and innocent victims, Clear Lake Police will join other law enforcement agencies throughout Wisconsin in the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign from December 15 to January 1.

Our officers are experienced in identifying the indications of impaired driving, and they know where and when to look for drunken drivers.

So while celebrating the holidays, if you’re faced with a decision on whether or not to get behind the wheel while impaired, remember that: A drunken driving arrest can cause

major embarrassment, expensive penalties, suspension or revocation of your driver’s license and mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device on your vehicles.

If you injure or kill someone while driving drunk you will face a jail sentence.

In addition to severe financial and legal penalties, you will suffer a lifetime of guilt if you injure or kill someone.

Because of its serious consequences, driving drunk likely will be a decision you’ll regret the rest of your life.

Because drunken driving is entirely preventable, we are serious when we say, “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.”

Chief Tim Strohbusch Clear Lake Police

To the Editor, Right now I am ashamed to call myself a citizen of the United States. It is unbelievable that this country supposedly elected Trump as president.

This man has been bigoted, racist and a crook all his life. He hates just about every woman and everyone who isn’t white.

I say supposedly because Hillary Clinton has over two and a half million more popular votes. I hope she sues the federal government over the actions of James Comey, the fact that Russia brags about working with the Trump election committee and the large popular vote for Hillary. I think people in this country should keep rallying until our government admits that Hillary Clinton should be our next president.

Trump is fi lling his cabinet with people who are just as racist as he is.

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Do we want this country to go back the way it was before the Civil War? Do we want our public schools to be all made into voucher and private schools? Do we want billionaires and millionaires running our country? Is this what people wanted when they voted for his man?

I think it is time to do away with the electoral college and make it retroactive to this past election. I think people like me should keep saying we are going to do everything in our power to make sure that this man never becomes president.

Jan Morrow Cornell, Wis.

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$20,000 in meth recovered from Chetek residence, suspect out on bond

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Barron County officials announced the arrest last week of an individual they are referring to as a ‘leading supplier of meth’ to the Barron County area.

On Tuesday, DecemJohnson ber 6, 2016, the Barron County Sheriff’s Department served a search warrant at

Amery Police Report 11/25/2016 – 12/01/2016 11/25/16, 7:10 PM, Disturbance 11/25/16, 9:50PM, Assist citizen 11/25/16, 11:04PM, Juvenile call 11/26/16, 12:06AM, Suspicious activity 11/26/16, 01:27AM, Traffic complaint 11/26/16, 03:18PM, Animal call 11/26/16, 04:13PM, Assist EMS 11/27/16, 06:11AM, Mental health call 11/27/16, 06:32PM, Assist other agency on juvenile call 11/27/16, 07:13PM, Suspicious driver 11/27/16, 07:36PM, Juvenile call 11/27/16, 10:44PM, Suspicious activity 11/28/16, 10:25AM, Assist EMS 11/28/16, 12:13PM, Mental health call

1035 24th St. in rural Chetek, approximately half way between Chetek and Cameron.

Deputies recovered 172 grams (6.14 ounces) of methamphetamine with a street value of over $20,000. Taken into custody was the occupant of the property, 44-year-old Jason J. Johnson.

Johnson had been a target of an ongoing investigation for several months according to the Barron County Sheriff’s Department.

During the execution of the search warrant, Johnson was found to have

been in the process of flushing several more grams of meth down the toilet.

The detective reported a shard of meth approximately 4 inches long and two inches wide in the toilet bowl.

In addition to toilet water with partially dissolved methamphetamine, several pipes, several plastic containers with meth residue, a security box with methamphetamine, and scales with meth residue were also recovered. Authorities also found $1,036 in U.S. currency from a wallet in Johnson’s bedroom, and $1,300 from an en-

Amery Police Report

11/28/16, 01:46PM, Juvenile call 11/2/16, 03:00PM, Burglary call 11/28/16, 07:00PM, Welfare check 11/28/16, 10:41PM, Warrant arrest 11/29/16, 08:10AM, Accident report 11/29/16, 12:10PM, Traffic complaint 11/29/16, 10:18PM, Warrant arrest/pick up from St Croix County 11/29/16, 11:54PM, Assist citizen 11/30/16, 12:20AM, Domestic disturbance 11/30/16, 02:08PM, Suspicious activity 11/30/16, 04:00PM, Motor vehicle accident 11/30/16, 04:20PM, Mental health call 11/30/16, 08:51PM, Noise complaint 11/30/16, 08:54PM, Animal control call 12/01/16, 09:33AM, Assist

EMS 12/01/16, 01:30PM, Welfare check 12/01/16, 04:15PM, Assist with a civil matter 12/01/16, 04:56PM, Assist other law enforcement agency 12/01/16, 06:28PM, OWI/ Possession-juvenile 12/01/16, 10:38PM, Business alarm Arrests: Kevin M. Johnson, 46 of Amery. Two felony warrants out of Minnesota Arynn Taxdahl, 18 of Red Wing, MN. Outstanding Amery warrant JM, 32 of Amery. Domestic Abuse – Disorderly Conduct Juvenile, 16 of Amery. OWI/ Possession Marijuana 12/02/2016 – 12/08/2016 12/02/16, 10:00AM, Vehicle lockout 12/02/16, 12:18PM, Assist EMS 12/02/16, 12:28PM, Disorderly juvenile 12/02/16, 02:45PM, Assist

velope on top of a T.V. Johnson was charged with possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Johnson has no prior felony charges or convictions in Wisconsin. Barron County Judge Maureen Boyle released Johnson on a $5,000 signature bond during a court appearance on Friday.

other agency 12/02/16, 03:18PM, Assist citizen 12/02/16, 04:35PM, Disturbance – disorderly conduct 12/02/16, 07:34PM, Disturbance 12/03/16, 07:01AM, Assist EMS 12/03/16, 09:26AM, Mental health call 12/03/16, 11:04AM, Suspicious activity 12/03/16, 05:00PM, Disturbance 12/03/16, 09:57PM, Welfare check 12/04/16, 01:11AM, Disturbance 12/04/16, 01:35AM, Disturbance – Arrest 12/04/16, 09:24AM, Welfare check 12/04/16, 09:34PM, Intoxicated person 12/04/16, 09:52PM, Suspicious activity 12/05/16, 09:05PM, Assist citizen 12/05/16, 10:03PM, Suspi-

cious activity 12/05/16, 11:28PM, Welfare check 12/06/16, 07:20AM, Juvenile call 12/06/16, 01:57PM, Juvenile call 12/06/16, 04:45PM, Juvenile disturbance 12/06/16, 11:48PM, Mental health call 12/07/16, 10:17AM, Juvenile call 12/07/16, 03:13PM, Gas drive off 12/07/16, 04:00PM, Disturbance 12/07/16, 09:45PM, Juvenile call 12/08/16, 09:30AM, Traffic complaint 12/08/16, 03:50PM, Motor vehicle accident Arrests: 12/04/16, Ryan Leggett, 40 of Amery. Physical Abuse of a Child 12/07/16, Shanon Peck, 35 of Amery. Probation Violation.

Reports in Support of Probable Cause Polk County Sheriff’s Department Monday, December 5, 2016 Kevin M. Johnson, 46, Amery was arrested on November 28 for failure to appear.

Jessica L. White, 29, St. Paul, Minn. was arrested on November 29 for a warrant (failure to appear).

Arynn E. Taxdahl, 19, Red Wing, Minn. was arrested on November 29 for contempt/failure to pay.

Lynn G. Franklin, 35, Cornell was arrested on December 1 for a warrant.

Leo S. Martell, 61, Milltown was arrested on December 1Reports in Support of Probable Cause Polk County Sheriff’s Department Monday, December 5, 2016 Kevin M. Johnson, 46, Amery was arrested on November 28 for failure to appear.

Jessica L. White, 29, St. Paul, Minn. was arrested on November 29 for a warrant (failure to appear).

Arynn E. Taxdahl, 19, Red Wing, Minn. was arrested on November 29 for contempt/failure to pay.

Lynn G. Franklin, 35, Cornell was arrested on December 1 for a warrant.

Leo S. Martell, 61, Milltown was arrested on December 1 for a probation hold.

Randall S. Lehman, 51, Centuria was arrested on December 2 for a warrant.

Daniel R. Bruce, 31, Luck was arrest-

ed on December 2 for a felony probation hold.

Sonya R. Murtaugh, 52, Balsam Lake was arrested on December 3 for a probation hold.

Jeffrey C. Zacco, 57, Luck was arrested on December 1 for OWI 4, PAC 4, Failure to install Ignition Interlock Device, and Operating After Revocation.

David C. Trask, 22, Champlin, Minn. was arrested on December 3 for possession of schedule II narcotic, and OWI 1.

Brandon M. Oferosky, 22, White Bear Lake, Minn. was arrested on December 4 for OWI 1 and PAC 1.

Johnnie M. Morris, 32, Amery was arrested on November 30 for domestic disorderly conduct.

Patricia A. Douglas, 59, Luck was arrested on December 1 for possession of a controlled substance and theft.

Jake L.E. Taylor, 24, Bloomer was arrested on November 30 for obstructing an officer, resisting an officer, and probation hold.

Jenny A. Ralph, 38, Somerset was arrested on December 2 for misdemeanor battery, disorderly conduct and felony bail jumping.

Terry L. Moss, 55, Cumberland was arrested on December 2 for felony bail jumping.

Delbert G. Benjamin Jr., 31, Danbury was arrested on December 3 for disor-

derly conduct.

Ryan W. Leggett, 40, Amery was arrested on December 4 for child abuse, disorderly conduct, and domestic abuse.

Anthony T. Dagestad, 26, Dresser was arrested on December 4 for domestic battery, and domestic disorderly conduct.

Anthony T. Dagestad, 26, Dresser was arrested on December 5 for violating a 72 hour no-contact prohibition.

Monday, December 12, 2016 Seven M. Hipkins, 53, Amery was arrested on December 10 for battery (domestic) and disorderly conduct (domestic).

Nick K. Mosay, 30, New Lisbon was arrested on December 9 for disorderly conduct and probation hold.

Jason L. Lindner, 33, Frederic was arrested on December 7 for domestic disorderly conduct and bail jumping.

Robert J. Johnson, 33, St. Croix Falls was arrested on December 7 for probation hold, operating after revocation, and failure to install Ignition Interlock Device.

Donald R. Duclon, 47, homeless was arrested on December 8 for a misdemeanor bond violation.

Eric C. Opelt, 39, New Auburn was arrested on December 12 for OAR (OWI) and probation hold.

Nicholas J. Lee, 36, Cushing was ar-

rested on December 11 for OWI 1 and OWI PAC 1.

Jesus F. Cordova, 34, Amery was arrested on December 10 for a warrant, failure to appear.

Shanon M. Peck, 35, Amery was arrested on December 7 for a DOC warrant/hold.

Jacqueline R. Boyer, 37, Osceola was arrested on December 7 for probation hold and a Polk County warrant.

Donald P. Hayes, 54, River Falls was arrested on December 7 for a probation hold.

James L. Anderson, 41, Clear Lake was arrested on December 6 for a probation hold.

Ryan A. Olson, 32, Clayton was arrested on December 6 for a probation warrant.

Daniel J. Kostuch, 36, North Branch, Minn. was arrested on December 5 for failure to appear.

These entries are based on information provided in a Probable Cause Report (facts reported by the officer at time of arrest). These alleged incidents are not a reflection of the information brought forth in a formal criminal complaint or formal charge, which may be amended by the district attorney. As always, an arrested person is presumed innocent until convicted by a judge or jury.

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Polk County Circuit Court Polk county Circuit Court Appearance date: Dec. 6, 2016 Florence L. Aggerholm, 50, Luck, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10; failure of operator to notify police of accident, $389.50.

Derrick M. Albin, 27, Baldwin, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Victor A. Anderson, 41, Dresser, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Bowe R. Blackwell, 24, Clear Lake, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10.

Barbra A. Branville, 48, Luck, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10.

Roman B. Buck, 17, Grantsburg, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Marilyn G. Casper, 31, St. Paul, operating while suspended, $200.50; FYR violation – green traffic arrow, $175.30.

Ashley J. Clark, 30, Amery, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Paula M. Daugard, 60, Champlin,

MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Travis L. Demarre, 30, Frederic, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Jesse A. Gjerdahl, 26, Luck, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Theodore V. Glasby, 19, New Auburn, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Nikki L. Greiner, 36, Luck, fail to stop at stop sign, $175.30; operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50.

Lucas D. Grimsby, 16, Amery, operating left of center line, $213.10.

Brandon L. Hart, 18, Amery, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Stephani D. Henson, 29, Milltown, non –registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Hailey N. Hollis, 17, Webster, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Amy L. Johnson, 37, Dresser, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Dallas J. Kinzer McKinnon, 23, Clear Lake, speeding on city highway (45+ mph), $515.50.

Isaian K. Lane, 18, Balsam Lake, au-

tomobile following too closely, $200.50.

Angela R. Mandera, 39, St. Croix Falls, fail to stop for unloading school bus, $326.50.

Pamela L. Martin, 39, Osceola, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Paul M. McKellar, 49, operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50.

Coleton J.M. Mitthun, 19, Frederic, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50.

Vincent D. Nasman, 26, Frederic, operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50.

Jolie M. Nielsen, 24, Balsam Lake, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

William W. Olophant, 34, Osceola, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Brenton D. Owens, 19, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (35-39 mph), $358.

Michael T. Paffel, 35, Amery, display unauthorized vehicle registration plate, $238.30; possess open intoxi-

cants in MV-driver, $263.50; failure to keep vbehicle under control, $213.10; vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Robert J. Phernetton, 49, Spooner, failure of operator to notify police of accident, $389.50.

David W. Potter, 37, Star Prairie, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Chelsey M. Santoro, 24, Osceola, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Brenden R. Sawall, 30, St. Croix Falls, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Terri A. Schaubschlager, 43, Osceola, drink open intoxicants in MV-driver, $263.50.

Garrett P. Sherer, 45, Rice, MN, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50.

Ibrahim D. Takar, 22, Barron, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Danyale N. Wakefield, 22, Balsam Lake, inattentive driving, $187.90.

St. Croix County announces Traffic stop leads to two felony 6th traffic fatality of 2016 charges for Luck man The St. Croix County Sheriff’s office released details this week of St. Croix County’s sixth traffic fatality of the year.

On Monday, December 5, 2016 at 4:46 pm, the St. Croix County Sheriff’s Office responded to a two-vehicle crash in the 300 block of CTH JJ, in Kinnickinnic Township.

According to the Sheriff’s Department, a 2000 Pontiac Sunfire, driven by Duane Cernohous, age 55 of River Falls was northbound on CTH JJ. The vehicle collided with the back end of a 2016 Skid Steer, which was also traveling northbound on CTH JJ.

Cernohous was extricated from the vehicle, and transported by helicopter to Regions Hospital via Life Link, where he later died as a result of his injuries.

The driver of the Skid Steer, Amy Nederhiser, age 26, of River Falls, was treated at the scene and released. Evidence at the scene suggests Cernohous was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. Nederhiser was wearing a lap belt.

Assisting at the scene were River Falls Fire, EMS and Police, Baldwin Ambulance and the Wisconsin State Patrol.

Barron County inmate dies after being airlifted to Regions Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald announced in a press release Friday that an inmate had unexpectedly died in custody.

According to the release, an ambulance was requested at the Barron County Jail at 5:20 p.m. on Thursday for a male inmate having a seizure.

The inmate, identified as 30-year-old Ronald J. Hecht of Hatley, Wisconsin was given medical attention by jail staff, and then flown to Regions Hospital where he later died.

Hecht had been sentenced the day prior in Barron County Circuit Court to an additional year in the jail with work-release privileges, including a 105 day sentence credit. The sentence was for Hecht’s guilty plea to possession of methamphetamine in October.

Fitzgerald says the Barron County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the incident, and that initial investigations point to a ‘medical issue of some sort.’

He adds that The Office of Detention Facilities has been notified and will also be conducting an investigation.

Jeffery Zacco, 57, of Luck was stopped by Milltown Police at 8 p.m. on Dec. 1 after the patrolman recognized the vehicle and knew that the owner had a revoked drivers license.

According to the probable cause report, Zacco adZacco mitted to the officer that he had a revoked drivers license and was driving without insurance.

Field sobriety and a preliminary

breath test were administered.

Polk County Disptach advised that Zacco was not supposed to drive with an alcohol concentration over .02 and have an ignition interlock device installed. The PBT results were .10 and no interlock device was installed.

Zacco was arrested and charged with operating while intoxicated, fourth offense (felony); prohibited alcohol content, fourth offense (felony); failure to install ignition interlock device and operating after license revocation.

Kentucky-Fried confrontation leads to one arrest

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

A late evening dispute over being out of chicken at the St. Croix Falls KFC led to the arrest of a New Lisbon man Friday.

According to reports, authorities responded to the restaurant at approximately 10:30 p.m. for reports of a disorderly male.

Patrons advised officers about a man who had been ‘causing a bit of a scene,’ Mosay earlier, but was now outside sitting in his vehicle.

According to reports, the man, 30-year-old Nick K. Mosay of New Lisbon, Wis., attempted to flee the scene on foot when officers arrived. Mosay’s explanation for fleeing was that he thought he had a warrant for his arrest, when in fact he was on probation.

Mosay reported that he and his aunt had gotten into an argument with staff, whom he felt was

being rude to them.

Witnesses reported that Mosay and another occupant came through the drive through shortly after 8 p.m. The two began complaining after being told that the restaurant was out of bonein chicken. The pair said that when they come to KFC they expect them to have chicken. The employee taking her order told officers that she turned off her headset because of how rude the customers were being. The pair reportedly left, but then returned and came into the restaurant.

When Mosay entered the restaurant, he reportedly said he wanted ‘talk to that bitch directly,’ and was aggressively gesturing across the counter, threatening, “I’m going to come back there,” and “You can’t stop me.”

An employee advised that the pair were offered free cookies and cake to help appease the situation, but it did not help.

Officers observed open containers in Mosay’s vehicle, and asked him if he would be willing to submit to a preliminary breath test.

Mosay consented, resulting in a .107 reading.

Mosay was placed under arrest for disorderly conduct and became combative with authorities and swearing, according to reports. At one point Mosay reportedly told his aunt that this was all her fault.

While en route to the jail, Mosay asked numerous times why he was being arrested, and then reportedly asked the officer what would happen if he accused the officer of threatening him, at which time the officer began recording the conversation.

This story is based on information provided in a Probable Cause Report (facts reported by the officer at time of arrest). These alleged incidents are not a reflection of the information brought forth in a formal criminal complaint or formal charge, which may be amended by the district attorney.

As always, an arrested person is presumed innocent until convicted by a judge or jury.

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100 Years Ago December 14, 1916

60 Years Ago December 6, 1956

Toddler Drowns in Tub One of the saddest and most shocking fatal accidents, which ever happened in this locality was that of the accidental drowning of the young son of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Plihal last Saturday afternoon.

The little fellow (two years and nine months of age) was playing in the kitchen alone while his mother was doing her work in the front room and in some unaccountable manner fell into a tub of water, which had been left on the floor, and was dead when the mother returned to the room.

Medical help was called immediately and everything done to resuscitate him, but without avail.

This comes doubly hard to Mr. and Mrs. Plihal because of the death very recently of their two-week-old twins. They have the sincere sympathy of the entire community.

Reports Seeing Flying Saucers

Melting Dinosaur

Mike Ross and Gregg Dierke pictured above, took advantage of school vacation to construct a dinosaur out of snow. Before the day was over, the snow creation succumbed to mid-February 1981 temperature that reached 55 degrees. With a forecast of highs in the 60’s and showers for the next day, the four-inch snow cover in the area bid adieu.

Pennant Barber Shop The youngest barbering establishment in Amery is that of Thos. D. Bernier.

Mr. Bernier began the barbering business in 1906 and before going into business for himself he worked in shops in several towns in this state and in the far west.

In 1911 he opened a shop in Clear Lake and in 1914 he opened a shop in Amery in the building in which he is at present located.

Mr. Bernier makes his specialty of children’s hair bobbing and in all his work his chief aim is to please his customers.

Mr. Bernier’s shop is generally spoken of as the Pennant Barber Shop.

Except for sometime during his apprenticeship, Mr. Bernier has been a resident of Amery since 1892 and to him belongs the distinction of being the first Amery boy to start in business for himself in his hometown.

90 Years Ago December 16, 1926 Roads Blockaded – Mercury Registers -25 The worst storm of the season broke over this community Sunday night and Monday blocking the roads and making travel difficult. The busses are all tied up.

The extremely cold weather added to the discomfort. The mercury registered -25 below zero Monday night according to O. A. Granum, the local government weather recorder.

85 Years Ago December 17, 1931 Skating Now Predominating North Twin Lake was literally alive with skaters the last of the week and especially Sunday and both old and young are enjoying this great outdoor sport on one of the most beautiful lakes in the world and this in the heart of the city.

People from the surrounding country are invited to come in and enjoy the skating and hockey.

Amery’s Annual Christmas Tree Celebration Amery’s annual Municipal Christmas Tree celebration will be held in this city at the usual place on the afternoon of Wed., December 23rd beginning at three o’clock when Santa Claus will be on hand to distribute peanuts and candy to the children and while the grown-ups are cordially invited to attend the celebration, it is requested that they stay back from the tree to faciliYesterday’s tate the safe handling of News the children.

Diane Stangl Bring the children in to the Community Tree. Everything will be done for their comfort and to assure them a genuine good cheer celebration.

75 Years Ago December 11, 1941 Japan Hits Below the Belt It became literally a World War – the Second World War – Sunday when Japan, “hitting below the belt”, struck with fierce and sudden intensity by bombing U. S. Naval and air bases at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, and Manila, in the Philippine Islands, as well as the U. S. mandated islands of Guam, Wake and Midway.

At about the time Ambassador Kurusu was telling Secretary of State Cordell Hull that, in effect, there wasn’t much use of negotiating any further about the status quo in the Pacific, the Japanese aircraft carriers stationed probably 600 miles from Pearl Harbor, caused upwards of 3,000 mil-

itary and civilian casualties.

The U. S. admitted the loss of a minesweeper, and reports said the U.S.S. Oklahoma, an old battleship, was sunk, while the Japs claimed they also sunk the U.S.S. Pennsylvania.

Hot Lunches Served For 5¢ to 110 Pupils The popular 5¢ hot lunch at the Amery School, a semi-federal and local project, has drawn business beyond expectations.

Principal Daryl Lien and other school people estimated that about 70 to 80 would take advantage of the 5¢ noon meal for grade children. Instead the number has increased to 110.

Plans had been made to feed H.S. students during the cold weather this winter, but room has become a problem.

The surplus commodity corporation furnishes some condensed milk, flour, apples, grapefruit juice, raisins, prunes, beans, honey, etc., but the school has to buy meat vegetables, onions, milk, sugar, rice, etc. The portions are generous and for 5¢ pupils couldn’t get that much at home.

70 Years Ago December 12, 1946 Few Scandinavians in the Woods From the attendance and the rate of consumption of lutefisk, it seems reasonably safe to assume that a few Scandinavians were at the East Immanuel church supper last Friday night.

Nearly 500 pounds of lutefisk was consumed for the occasion to say nothing of other foods prepared in true “old country” fashion.

This is in addition to the lutefisk consumed at the Amery Hotel dinner served on the same evening.

80 Casualties in Hunting Season A total of 80 casualties, 21 dead and 59 injured is the hu-

man toll of the 1946 hunting season, the conservation department reported today, one accident for about every 3,000 hunters. The department also pointed out that some additional accidents will probably be added to the list before the close of the year.

The department declared that the total number of accidents is about average for a Wisconsin hunting season in spite of the unprecedented number of hunters that were afield this year.

Ten men died from gun shot wounds in the deer season, the highest number recorded in the last decade.

The chief cause of hunting accidents this year, the department said, was the hunters who shot without identifying what they were shooting at or did not give full consideration as to what might be in the path of the charge they fired.

Dear Santa…

I want a sleeping doll, a drum and a horn. I really want the doll the most.

From Johnnie, Amery, Wis.

Car Falls on Man’s Head, Shoulders John Nordquist of Clayton is recovering this week from a serious injury sustained Nov. 30 when the car he was working on slipped from the jack and he was pinned under it.

Working underneath the car on a jack, Nordquist was pinned by the entire weight of a 1941 Plymouth about the shoulders and head. His small son witnessed the accident and it was his screams that attracted the attention of Mrs. Nordquist.

She rushed to a nearby garage and men hastened to the scene to lift the car off of him.

He was unconscious for over 24 hours but is improving at the present time.

“Flying saucers,” or something resembling them, are now making news in Pierce county. Mrs. Arthur Pearson of route one, in Ellsworth is the latest Pierce county person to report witnessing such a phenomenon.

Mrs. Pearson, who lives near Ellsworth, was returning home Sunday night when she saw a shining object a short distance above the ground. It glowed a deep reddish orange and two lights seemed to go on and off at intervals.

Upon arriving home she awakened her husband, who went to the window and looked out. He says a shining object, apparently about 30 feet in circumference, seemed to hover in the sky about 60 feet above the ground. It was rimmed by six lights that flashed on and off at first with a strong reddish-orange color and then fading to yellow. There seemed to be a few windows through which lights gleamed.

Another object, high in the sky, drew their attention. This one was equipped with a green light that shone brightly, then faded but did not go completely out. The object moved slowly across the horizon. Pearson said it had no red lights, such as are used on airplanes.

55 Years Ago December 14, 1961 Wintry Blasts Strike Community Flowers budding out of season and mighty green-looking lawns joined the realm of “has been” during the week when Old Man Winter really “turned it on.”

Saturday marked the beginning of winter for this region despite the calendar version of Dec. 21. On that date 4.3 inches of snow descended upon this area with a moisture content of .18 inch.

This was followed with 2.2 inches of white fluffy stuff on Sunday with the temperature dropping to a mere 3 above. An additional 2.7 inches fell on late Monday and early Tuesday.

Monday morning found the tow trucks busy when the mercury plummeted to 11 degrees below zero. And just to prove that this wasn’t a fluke, the mercury dropped to a season’s record of 20 below on Tuesday morning.

Letters to Santa Dear Santa, My name is Debbie. I am 3 years old. I want a toy village from you. I want all kinds of toys. I want picture comedies.

I am drawing a picture of my village church and my hand and I want some mittens.

P.S. We will leave you some delicious cookies and hot coffee. I will leave Rudolph some bread crumbs and coffee.

Debbie Ekstrom.

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AREA CHURCHES AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor www.ameryflc.org Saturday, Dec. 24: 4 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service.

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 Christmas program.

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

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

BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Wednesday, Dec. 14: 9 a.m. Bible Study; 6 p.m. Confirmation class.

Sunday, Dec. 18: 8:30 a.m. Sunday Youth Sessions; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:15 a.m. Holy Worship.

Tuesday, Dec. 20: 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, Dec. 14: Newsletter submission deadline; 3:30 p.m. Homework & Hangout/Confirmation Class Make-up; 6 p.m. Family Dinner - hot open faced turkey sandwiches; 6:30 p.m. Youth Group Christmas Caroling; 7 p.m. Choir Rehearsal.

Thursday, Dec. 15: 8 a.m. Pastoral Leaders; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study.

Friday, Dec. 16: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining.

Sunday, Dec. 18: 8:30 a.m. L-1 Confirmation; 10 a.m. Worship/Sunday School Christmas Party; 11:15 a.m. Congregational Giving meeting; 11:15 a.m. Missions and Social Concerns meeting; 5 p.m. Primetimers Christmas Social; 7 p.m.

Boy Scouts.

Monday, Dec. 19: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens.

Tuesday, Dec. 20: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 a.m.

Senior Dining Hall opens.

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, Dec. 14: 6 p.m. JAM Christmas Program Rehearsal at Deronda; 6 p.m. Confirmation at Deronda; 7 p.m.

SWY at Deronda; 8 p.m. NUIC Parish Choir Rehearsal at Deronda.

Thursday, Dec. 15: 9 a.m. Quilting.

Sunday, Dec. 18: 9:30 a.m. JAM Christmas Program at Deronda; 10:30 a.m. NUIC Parish Christmas Caroling.

Monday, Dec. 19: 7 p.m. NUIC Education Committee meeting at Deronda.

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, Dec. 14: 7 p.m. Council meeting.

Sunday, Dec. 18: 9:30 a.m. Education; 10:30 a.m. Worship with program.

Tuesday, Dec. 20: 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, Dec. 14: 5:15 p.m. Supper; 6 p.m. Friends in Faith & Confirmation; 7 p.m. Council.

Thursday, Dec. 15: 8 a.m. Bible Study at Ida Mae’s; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 9:30 a.m. Ruth Circle at Janet Booe’s home; 7 p.m. Al Anon.

Friday, Dec. 16: 6-9 p.m. Walk Through Bethlehem at St. Joe’s.

Saturday, Dec. 17: 9-11 a.m. Christmas Program practice; 6-9 p.m. Walk Through Bethlehem at St. Joe’s.

Sunday, Dec. 18: 8:15 a.m. Advent Study; 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Christmas Program; 2-5 p.m. Walk Through Bethlehem at St. Joe’s.

Monday, Dec. 19: 6-10 p.m. ARQG meeting.

Tuesday, Dec. 20: 6:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; 1:30 p.m. Handbells.

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, Dec. 14: 6:15 p.m. 7th and 8th grade Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. 9th Grade Confirmation.

Thursday, Dec. 15: 11 a.m. CLAMA meeting; 1 p.m. Women of the Word Christmas Potluck Luncheon; 7 p.m. Grief Group.

Saturday, Dec. 17: 7 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9-11 a.m. Christmas Program practice; 11 a.m.-noon Birthday Party for Jesus.

Sunday, Dec. 18: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship with communion; 9 a.m. Choir practice; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 9:40 a.m. Sunday school/program practice; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship with communion; 11 a.m. Fellowship; 1:15 p.m.

Children arrive to rehearse; 2 p.m. Sunday School Christmas Program.

Monday, Dec. 19: 10 a.m. Staff meeting.

Tuesday, Dec. 20: 9 a.m. Quilting.

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.

Waging Peace “Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.”

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ur society often glories in war and the waging of war, and we justifiably praise the virtues of the good soldier, whose courage and fighting skills help to keep us safe and protect us from our enemies. But should we not also praise those who devote their lives to peace and who try to find peaceful means of resolving disputes? Wise Generals agree that war should be a last resort, and in our personal lives too we should find every means of avoiding conflict before coming to blows or even engaging in verbal warfare.

Are you a source of peace and calmness at work and in your home or a source of strife and division? There are those who seem to thrive on strife and like to argue and sow division wherever they go. If you can’t turn them around with a kind word or a soft look, then it might be best to just leave them alone. It’s hard to have a fight all by yourself, though some people try hard to do just that. Strive for peace in your life and see if it doesn’t spread to those around you. – Christopher Simon

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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED GRACE LUTHERAN - WELS, 460 4th St., Clear Lake, 715-263-2164 Ellery W. Groth, pastor (Saturday, Dec. 24, Christmas Eve Service 5:30 p.m.)

Sunday service 8:30 a.m.

Wednesday: 6 p.m. Supper; 7 p.m. Advent service.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Dec. 14: 6 p.m. JAM Christmas program rehearsal at Deronda; 6 p.m. Confirmation at Deronda; 7 p.m.

SWY at Deronda; 8 p.m. NUIC Parish Choir rehearsal at Deronda.

Thursday, Dec. 15: 9 a.m. Women’s Bible Study.

Sunday, Dec. 18: 9:30 a.m. JAM Christmas Program at Deronda; 10:30 a.m. NUIC Parish Christmas Caroling.

Monday, Dec. 19: 7 p.m. NUIC Education Committee meeting at Deronda.

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, Dec. 14: 12 p.m. Men’s Table Talk; 1:30 p.m. Abigail at Nell Anderson’s; 3:30 p.m. Holy Bash; 5 p.m. Confirmation Cafe; 5:30 p.m. Confirmation classes; 6 p.m. Evening Prayer; 6:30 p.m. Advent Vespers/BRB and Choir.

Thursday, Dec. 15: 8:15 a.m. Weigh-In Club; 8:15 a.m. Amery Ministerium at East Immanuel; 8:30 a.m. Bible Study Group.

Friday, Dec. 16: 6-9 p.m. Walk Through Bethlehem at St. Joseph’s.

Saturday, Dec. 17:6 p.m. Candles and Carols; 6-9 p.m. Walk Through Bethlehem at St. Joseph’s.

Sunday, Dec. 18: 9 a.m. Worship w/communion; 10:15 a.m.

Live Nativity; 11 a.m. Sunday School Christmas Program; 2-5 p.m. Walk Through Bethlehem at Joseph’s.

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, Dec. 14: 5:30 p.m. Confirmation; 5:30 pm.

Soup/Sandwich Supper; 7 p.m. Advent Service; 7:45 p.m.

Choir practice.

Sunday, Dec. 18: 9:30 a.m. Cantata “The Promise of Light w/HC and Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship.

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

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.

Special events: Wednesday, Dec. 14: Staff meeting 9:30 a.m.; Friday, Dec. 16: Walk Through Bethlehem 6-9 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 17: Walk Through Bethlehem 6-9 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 18: Walk Through Bethlehem 2-5 p.m.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, Dec. 14: 7 p.m. 3rd Midweek Advent Service at St. John’s.

Thursday, Dec. 15: 7 p.m Bible Study.

Sunday, Dec. 18: 8 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship.

Enjoy the Sounds of the Season!

SUNDAY, DEC. 18 2 p.m. Sunday School Christmas Program

Christmas Eve Services

Saturday, Dec. 24, 4 p.m.

Candlelight Service with Holy Communion

Christmas Day Service Sunday, Dec. 25, 10 a.m. with Holy Communion

First Lutheran Church 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake

Sunday, Dec. 18, 8 a.m. Worship w/Holy Communion; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:15 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Christmas Program Pre-K thru 4th grade; 4 p.m. Service of Remembrance & Hope, followed by light refreshments Saturday, Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Services 4 p.m. Candlelight Service with Holy Communion; 11 p.m. Candlelight Service with Holy Commnion.

Sunday, Dec. 25: 9 a.m. Christmas Day Worship service with Holy Communion

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ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, Dec. 14: 7 p.m. 3rd Midweek Advent service at St. John’s.

Sunday, Dec. 18: 8:45 a.m. Sunday school; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Children’s Christmas Program.

Tuesday, Dec. 20: 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 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, Dec. 14: 6 p.m. JAM Christmas Program rehearsal at Deronda; 6 p.m. Confirmation at Deronda; 7 p.m.

SWY at Deronda; 8 p.m. NUIC Parish Choir Rehearsal at Deronda.

Sunday, Dec. 18: 9:30 a.m. JAM Christmas Program at Deronda; 10:30 a.m. NUIC Parish Christmas Caroling.

Monday, Dec. 19: 7 p.m. NUIC Education Committee meeting at Deronda.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, Dec. 14: 5:45 p.m. Worship Team 3 Practice; 6:30 p.m. All Church Christmas Caroling.

Friday, Dec. 16: 4 p.m. Empty Bowls Event at Clear Lake high school Sunday, Dec. 18: 8:30-9:45 a.m. Sunday school, Confirmation, Youth; 9:30 a.m. Worship Team 3 Practice; 10 a.m.

Worship Service.

Monday, Dec. 19: 5 p.m. Grief Support Group at Crystal Hanson’s.

Tuesday, Dec. 20: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer.

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

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

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

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Rexford D. Brandt, pastor Wednesday, Dec. 14: 6 p.m. Confirmation Meal; 6:30 p.m.

Education meeting; 7 p.m. Confirmation classes.

Saturday, Dec. 17: 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. Program practice for Pre-K through 4th grade.

Sunday, Dec. 18: 8 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m.

Christmas Program - Pre-K thru 4th grade; 4 p.m. Service of Remembrance and Hope followed by light refreshments.

Tuesday, Dec. 20: 6 p.m. Evangelism and Stewardship committee; 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.

And we’ll call him Immanuel . . . meaning “God with us.”

Saturday, Dec. 24 4 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Nursery care is provided for small children Handicap accessible

Sunday, Dec. 25

10 a.m. Christmas Day Service

United Covenant Church 348 5th St. NW, (Jct. Hwy. 63 & Cty. JJ) CLEAR LAKE Phone 715-263-2665

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St. Croix Valley Christian Choir to perform for Red Kettle efforts The Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign is heading into the last couple of weeks in Polk County. Fundraising Manager Angela Moulton says, “We still have plenty of open space for volunteer bell ringers. If a person can ring just 2 hours, it really can make a difference.” Dollars raised from the Red Kettle Campaign stay local and are put to use helping with the many programs the Salvation Army represents in our area. Right now, The Salvation Army is helping people in need of rent or heating assistance.

They also operate Serenity Home Shelter in Balsam Lake which has been filled with 19 people needing shelter for a long time. That means the shelter is utilizing roll-a-ways beyond the regular beds. Moulton says, “Signing up to help ring is really easy. Just go to www.ringbells.org or call us at the shelter, we would be happy to sign you up 715-485-1221”. The Red Kettle Campaign will go through December 31st and there are multiple places available throughout Polk County to sign up.

During the Campaign, The Salva-

tion Army holds many events to raise awareness and help raise additional funds to help meet their $80,000 goal for Polk County. The St. Croix Valley Christian Choir is performing 3 choir concerts at various locations in an effort to help raise additional funds to meet the goal. The first will be held at Solid Rock Church in New Richmond on December 16th at 7:00pm, the second will be at Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser on December 17th at 7:00pm and the third will be held in Centuria at Fristad Lutheran Church on the 18th of December at 3:00pm. The concerts are open to the public and the only cost is a free will donation to The Red Kettle Campaign.

Moulton says, “Right now we have just a few weeks to go to meet our $80,000 goal. Polk County so far has raised $38,033.31 towards that goal.”

People wishing to make a financial donation toward the effort can donate directly to a kettle in Polk County or mail donations to: Polk County Salvation Army, 200 Polk County Plaza, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

Bible Study in St. Croix Falls Sunday, Dec. 18 “Times in Which We Live”, a non-denominational bible study group will meet on Sunday, December 18, 2016 at 6:30 to 8:00 PM in the meeting room of the St. Croix Public Library, 230 So. Washington St., St. Croix Falls, WI. Free. Handicapped Accessible All ages Welcome. The DVD: ”The Great Defection” by Barry Stagner will be shown.

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Join us for these special holiday services

Advent Services

Wednesdays, Dec. 14 & 21, 7 p.m.

Worship Service

with Holy Communion and Choir Contata “The Promise of Light” Sunday, Dec. 18, 9:30 a.m.

Christmas Eve Saturday, Dec. 24

7 p.m. Candlelight Service with Communion

Christmas Day Service 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 25 with Communion

Redeemer Lutheran Church 600 Keller Ave. S, Amery 715-268-7283

Sunday, December 18th 10:30 a.m. Worship with Program, “There’s No Time for Christmas” CHRISTMAS EVE 4:30 p.m. Candlelight Service with Holy Communion

Please join us for the Christmas Season!

December 18: 9:30 a.m. JAM Christmas Program at Deronda December 24: 4:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Combined Worship at Deronda with Holy Communion December 25: 9:30 a.m. Christmas Day Combined Worship at Trinity with Holy Communion Jan. 1: 9:30 a.m. Combined Worship at Little Falls

NEIGHBORS UNITED IN CHRIST Deronda Little Falls Trinity Lutheran Lutheran Lutheran

Co. Rd. F west of Amery

Just off Co. Rd. C west of Amery

1578 85th Ave./Cty. Rd. F, Amery (east of Hwy. 65)

CHRISTMAS DAY 10:30 a.m. Christmas Service with Holy Communion NEW YEAR’S DAY 10:30 a.m. Christmas Lessons and Carols

East Immanuel Lutheran Church 207 120th Street Amery, WI 54001 715-268-2143 www.eastimmanuel-lutheran.org

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Concordia Christmas Concert To Be Televised In celebration of the college’s 125th anniversary, Concordia College, Moorhead, Minn., partnered with Twin Cities Public Television to record the 90th Annual Concordia Christmas Concert “Gather Us In, O Child of Peace” for broadcast in the Twin Cities area on TPT 2 and throughout the state. The program will also air nationally in 2017. TPT2 Air dates: TPT2 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 22 1 a.m. Friday, Dec. 23 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 24 7 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 25 The program is also offered on the statewide MN Channel at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 25. Check local listings for additional air times beginning Dec. 22.

The concert was videotaped during performances at Concordia College Dec. 2-4 of this year. During the hourlong program, more than 400 student musicians in four choirs and a full orchestra take the audience on a journey staged with extensive lighting and a full-sized mural that illuminates the theme, “Gather Us In, O Child of Peace.”

Concordia College, Moorhead, Minn., and its Concordia Language Villages program are recognized leaders in global education. A four-year liberal arts college of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Concordia offers more than 50 majors, including 15 honors majors and 12 preprofessional programs.

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church

217 Deronda St. on CTH F in Amery

Sunday, Dec. 18 9 a.m. Worship Service with Holy Communion 10:15 a.m. Live Nativity 11 a.m. Sunday School Christmas Program Saturday, Dec. 24 5 and 10 p.m. Christmas Eve services Sunday, Dec. 25 9 a.m. Christmas Day service with Holy Communion

Camp Wapo sells out dinner theater event An Italian restaurant was the scene for this year’s Lake Wapogasset Lutheran Bible Camp dinner theater production, ‘Shepherds and Kings.’ The event was well attended as usual, delighting crowds with its musical Christmas message, and raising funds for the camp’s continuing missions. Pictured are (left to right) cast members Claire Eckert, Gail Peterson, JoDee Lochner, Don Hansen, Kathy Williamson, Lou Williamson, and Carolee Swanson.

DEATH NOTICES Please join us for the Holidays!

Advent Service Wednesday, Dec. 14, at 7 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 24 4 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Sunday, Dec. 25 10:15 a.m. Christmas Day Service

Amery Free Lutheran Church Hwy. F west of Amery 715-268-9218

We invite the public to come worship with us during the year 2017!

Join us for these special holiday services

Advent Services

Wednesdays, Dec. 14 & 21, 7 p.m.

Everyone Welcome!

Celebrate with us!

Saturday, Dec. 24 CHRISTMAS EVE

4:30 p.m. Children & Family Worship Service 9:30 p.m. Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols

Sunday, Dec. 25

CHRISTMAS DAY 10 a.m. Worship

Congregational Church 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery 715-268-7390 ameryucc.org

Clara M. Scott, 83, Amery, died Saturday, Dec. 10, at Golden Age Manor in Amery.

A time of sharing will be at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 17, at Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery.

Burial will be at the Ontonagon Cemetery in Ontonagon, Michigan.

Visitation will be 2 hours prior to services at the Funeral Home from 3-5 p.m. on Saturday.

For further information and to sign online guest book please visit www.williamsonwhite.com.

Arrangements are being made with the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.

Walk Through Bethlehem at St. Joseph Catholic Church Friday & Saturday, Dec. 16 & 17, 6-9 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 18, 2-5 p.m.

Christmas Program Sunday, Dec. 18, 10:15 a.m.

Worship Service

Christmas Piano Concert Wednesday, Dec. 21, 7 p.m.

Christmas Eve Saturday, Dec. 24

Christmas Eve Worship Saturday, Dec. 24 3 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. Candlelight Service with Holy Communion

Christmas Day Service

Christmas Day Worship Sunday, Dec. 25, 9:30 a.m.

Redeemer Lutheran Church

First Lutheran Church

with Holy Communion and Choir Contata “The Promise of Light” Sunday, Dec. 18, 9:30 a.m.

7 p.m. Candlelight Service with Communion 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 25 with Communion

600 Keller Ave. S, Amery 715-268-7283

240 W. Elm St. Amery

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Anita E Ladwig

Carol Jeanne Wahl

Anita E Ladwig was born on February 28, 1929 in Boyd, Wisconsin the daughter of Arthur and Hulda (Krueger) Hoffman. She grew up in Boyd and was Baptized and Confirmed in the Christian Faith. She attended Stanley High School where she graduated as valedictorian of her class.

On August 17, 1947 she was united in marriage to John Ladwig and together they had six children.

They farmed in Stanley for a period of time, but she also worked at the Chippewa Farmer’s Union. In 1964 they moved to Amery, Wisconsin and she worked at the Amery Farmer’s Union as the bookkeeper. After Farmer’s Union closed she worked at the Super Value Bakery and then went to Quality Powder Coating where she worked until she was 80.

Anita was always a very active person. She bowled, played softball and enjoyed camping. She liked baking and was a pro at gourmet liver and onions. Anita served in many capacities with the Wisconsin Women’s Bowling Association, including being president.

She also worked as a clerk on the Black Brook Elections Board. Family gatherings and all the games and contests that took place were very important to her.

Anita was living at Water’s Edge Apartments after selling her home in rural Amery. After a short hospitalization she passed away at Golden Age Manor on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at the age of 87.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband John Ladwig, two sisters: Norma and Myrl and two brothers: Raymond and Donald.

Surviving family members include her children: Sheryl (Robert Jr.) Flatten, John Ladwig, Janet (Joseph) Clark, Paul (Jill) Ladwig, Lynn (Jeff) Johnson and Mark (Lorie) Ladwig; 15 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, brother-in-law Kenneth Krumm; as well as other relatives and friends.

A Memorial service was held Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Little Falls Lutheran Church in rural Amery. There was visitation at the Williamson-White Funeral Home and prior to the service at the church. Burial was at the Amery Cemetery.

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

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

Carol Jeanne Wahl, age 84 of Clear Lake, WI, died early Saturday, December 10, 2016 at the Golden Age Manor Nursing Home in Amery, WI where she had been a resident for the past few years.

Carol Jeanne Wahl was born March 13, 1932, in Scottville, MI, to Lawrence and Theresa (Olson) Dahl. At the age of two months, the family moved to a farm between Deronda and Amery, WI, where she lived until the age of eighteen. She was baptized in Hudson, WI on May 22, 1932, and confirmed at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Amery, on June 6, 1946.

Carol Jeanne attended grade school in Deronda, and graduated from Amery High School in 1950. After graduation, she worked for Dr. Dasler in their home, at Lakeside Pea factory and at Montgomery Ward in St. Paul.

On February 24, 1951, she was married to Lincoln Wahl in Minneapolis and lived in Wichita, KS for a few months. The rest of their married life was spent in the Amery and Clear Lake area. They raised four sons. John, Rick, Randy and Leslie. The marriage was dissolved in October, 1976.

Carol Jeanne worked at “Mona’s Medley”, Franklin Signal Corporation in Clear Lake; and at Kroy Industries in Osceola. She also worked as a cook for 17 years in the Clear Lake School system, retiring in 2004.

During all of her working years, she also was a seamstress. Carol Jeanne was a member of Grace Lutheran Church where she taught Sunday School for more than 25 years. She was a member of the Grace ladies’ group.

Preceding her in death were: the children’s father; son, Leslie; her parents; 4 brothers-in-law, 1 daughterin-law, 1 great-grandson and 1 great-great grandson.

Survivors include 3 sons; Richard, John (Dana) and Randy (Toni); 9 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and one great great grandchild; two sisters, Marilyn (Dennis) Taylor and Sharon Larson.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, December 15, 2016 at Grace Lutheran Church in Clear Lake, with Pastor Ellery Groth officiating. Music is provided by Judy Weber.

Interment at the Clear Lake Cemetery KANABEC Casket Bearers are Andy Wahl, Matthew Wahl, Michael Wahl and Lee Erickson.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, Dec. 14, from 4-7 p.m. at the Scheuermann Funeral Home in Clear Lake, and an hour before the service at the church on Thursday.

Scheuermann Funeral Home and Cremation Services handled the arrangements www.clearlakefuneralhome.com

Michele Schaffer Jansen Michele Schaffer Jansen, age 46, passed away surrounded by her loving family on December 8, 2016 at her home in New Richmond, Wisconsin. Michele was born on February 14, 1970 in San Jose, California. She enjoyed working at Clayton School as an assistant teacher and bus driver, and working at Lake Magnor Restaurant. Michele loved to bike, take walks, and dance. She was a very strong and good woman.

She was a best friend; Michele will be greatly missed by all of her family and friends.

Michele was preceded in death by her grandparents, Thelma and Ward Stafford, and Iva and Louis Niles. Michele is survived by her beloved husband, Eric Jansen; parents, Wayne and Sandra (Stafford) Niles; sons, Brandon and Nicholas Schaffer; brothers, Mike Niles, William “Bill” (Kristi) Niles; 7 nieces and nephews; many aunts and uncles; and countless family and friends.

Funeral service was held at 11 AM on Tuesday December 13, 2016 at St. Anne’s Church 141 Church Hill Road Somerset, WI 54025. Visitation was held for one hour prior to service at the church. www.cullencreafuneralhome.com.

Clara Scott With family at her side, Clara May (Colclasure) Scott took her final breath Saturday, December 10, at Golden Age Manor. She was 83. Clara was born February 28, 1933 in Ontonagon, MI to Roscoe and Nancy (Lowe) Colclasure. She was a 1951 graduate of Ontonagon Area High School.

Clara attended the Henry Ford Hospital School of Nursing, graduating in 1954. She married Richard B. Scott in March of 1955.

They eventually settled in West Bend, WI where they raised two sons and a daughter. In 1961 Clara began a 25 year career at St. Joseph’s Community Hospital. She began working part-time as an RN when her children were young. She eventually became Night Shift Nursing Supervisor and later a Unit Supervisor in the Medical/Surgical Dept. She was the Supervisor the night of the West Bend Tornado in April of 1981.

She received many accolades for her performance that night and gave several presentations to various medical organizations about the lessons learned. In 1986 she received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Alverno College, attending classes nights and weekends. After St. Joseph’s, Clara worked as an RN or Nursing Supervisor for several different medical organizations in both Tucson, AZ and Wisconsin.

In 2010 Clara and Richard moved back to Wisconsin to be closer to family, especially their grandchildren.

They settled in Amery. Clara was a caring, creative, and gentle person. Her sense of humor was a constant source of joy. She enjoyed reading and a good piece of chocolate. Her friends and family were her greatest loves.

Clara is survived by her children Bruce (Kathleen), Amery, Timothy (Louise), Cambridge, and Catherine, Tucson, AZ.; grandchildren Nichole, Tyler, Madeline, and Elizabeth; sister Shirley (Edward) Skoviak, brother Jack (Bonnie) Colclasure; sister-in-law Katherine Colclasure, brother-in-law Michael Rubich, sister-inlaw Merrie Carol (James) Daniels, sister-in-law Stella Giesau, and many dear nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; mother and father-in-law Bruce and Elsie Scott; brothers Merle and Robert Colclasure; sister Mary Jane Rubich; COUNTY and brother-in-law Robert Scott.

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Jerome (Jerry) Chmielewski

Jeanne M. Kittel

Gary “Nick” Peterson

Jerome (Jerry) Chmielewski, 79, of Amery, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully December 6, 2016, at Lexington Medical Center in Lexington, South Carolina, with family by his side. He was born in Sturgeon Lake, MN on October 5, 1937, son of the late Tony and Tillie (Jablonski) Chmielewski.

Jerry grew up on farm in Sturgeon Lake. He was a musician since childhood and continued to joyfully entertain many people throughout his life. Jerry and his wife, Carole, owned and operated Angler’s Inn in Balsam Lake, WI, from 1980 to 1997. His strength came from his faith in God and his love for his family. Throughout his life the friendships he made with numerous golf buddies were extremely meaningful to him.

Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Carole, 5 children Antoinette Hawkins (Kim), Jerome Chmielewski (Lila), Jeannine Sligh (Robbie), Kevin Chmielewski (Angela), and Kent Chmielewski; 5 grandchildren; his brother, Florian Chmielewski; and sister, Bernice Mullen (Harry). He is predeceased by his siblings Helen Peitrek, Irene Cleveland, Chester Chmielewski, Adeline Dahlstrom, Margie Taylor, Robert Chmielewski, Lorraine Anderson, Clara Janisch, Leonard Chmielewski, and Donny Chmielewski.

The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, December 15, at Williamson-White Funeral Home, 222 Harriman Ave. North, Amery. Visitation will be held Friday, December 16 from 10:00 a.m. until the 11 a.m. Mass at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 1050 Keller Ave. North, Amery. Following the Mass, a luncheon will be held at Amery Golf Club, 601 Deronda Street, Amery.

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.

Jeanne Marie (Roser) Kittel quietly passed away at Season’s of Maplewood on December 8, 2016 with her family close by. Jeanne was born on May 9, 1929 in St. Paul, Minnesota the daughter of Jerome and Marie (Metz) Roser. She grew up in St. Paul and graduated from the St. Paul Mechanic Arts High School.

On November 27, 1951 she was united in marriage to John “Jack” Kittel in San Antonio, Texas.

Jeanne was a military wife for 22 years before retiring to Amery, WI. She worked for 18 years at the Golden Age Manor nursing home.

Jeanne bowled for several years and she loved to travel. Jeanne was also a doll collector, and being a crafty person she also made a few of her own. After retiring from Golden Age Manor Jeanne moved back to Minnesota to be closer to her family.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Jack Kittel, her parents, Marie (Metz) and Jeremiah Roser, brothers Jerry and Bill, sisters Catherine, and Patsy and grandson, John Kittel.

Jeanne is survived by her 4 children: Dan (Vicki), Ginger Wolf (Brooke), Max (Lynn), and Bridgett Schrankler (Reed). Jeanne was grandmother to 6 and great grandmother to 6.

A memorial will be held on Dec. 15, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Lutheran Church located at 4000 Linden St. in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11:00 am prior to the service at the church.

Private interment will be at the Amery Cemetery in Amery, Wisconsin.

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.

Gary “Nick” Peterson age 72 of Star Prairie died peacefully surrounded by his family on December 4, 2016 at the Deerfield Gables. He was born the son of Harlen and Mae Peterson on September 9, 1944 in New Richmond. In 1962, he graduated from New Richmond High School. Gary then graduated from UW-River Falls with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science.

He spent 35 years working at Sperry/Unisys.

Gary enjoyed hunting, fishing, UNBC bass fishing tournaments, and cheering for his beloved Packers and Badgers. He loved spending time at his cabin in Trego. He will be remembered by his family as a caring and generous yet frugal man, who never complained.

Gary is preceded in death by his parents, Harlen and Mae. He is survived by his children, Pamela (Andrew) Linn, Brady (Katie) Peterson, Doug (Amber Holle) Peterson; grandchildren, Shae Armstrong, Brady Armstrong, and Baby Mae; siblings, James Peterson, David (Corrine Zehm) Peterson, Donna (Jeff) McGregor; many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

A funeral service was Friday, December 9, 2016 at 11:00 am at Bethany Lutheran Church in Star Prairie. Visitation was also on Friday from 9-11 am at the church. Interment will be in West Immanuel Lutheran Church Cemetery in rural Osceola. A time to celebrate Gary’s life was held at Gibby’s Lanes in New Richmond.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society.

Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services Beebe Chapel of New Richmond.

In a religion that was born in a barn, open doors go without saying . . .

The Willow River United Methodist Parish invites you to join us this Christmas season as we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ SUNDAY WORSHIP:

8:30 a.m. Clear Lake United Methodist Church 9:45 a.m. Forest United Methodist Church 11 a.m. Deer Park United Methodist Church

CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE, SATURDAY, DEC. 24

4 p.m. at the Forest United Methodist 5:30 p.m. at the Deer Park United Methodist 7 p.m. at the Clear Lake United Methodist

CHRISTMAS DAY SERVICE, SUNDAY, DEC. 25

10 a.m. at the Deer Park United Methodist Clear Lake U.M.C. - 420 4th Ave. Trinity-Deer Park U.M.C. - 221 2nd St. W Forest U.M.C. - 1893 Co. Rd. D & Hwy. 64

A warm Christmas welcome is extended to the entire community to attend

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH Hwy. 46 North, Amery

Saturday, Dec. 24 - CHRISTMAS EVE 4 p.m. Children’s Christmas Eve Program followed by Mass Sunday, Dec. 25 - CHRISTMAS DAY Nativity of the Lord 10:30 a.m. Christmas Day Mass Saturday, Dec. 31 - NEW YEAR’S EVE 4 p.m. Mass Vigil of Mary - Mother of God Sunday, Jan. 1 - NEW YEAR’S DAY 10:30 a.m. Mary - Mother of God

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC CHURCH Balsam Lake

Saturday, Dec. 24 - CHRISTMAS EVE 6 p.m. Christmas Eve Mass Sunday, Dec. 25 - CHRISTMAS DAY 8:30 a.m. Christmas Day Mass Saturday, Dec. 31 - NEW YEAR’S EVE 6 p.m. Mass Vigil of Mary - Mother of God Sunday, Jan. 1 - NEW YEAR’S DAY 8:30 a.m. Mary - Mother of God The Reverend Gene Murphy and the staffs at St. Joseph and Our Lady of the Lakes extend to all a Blessed Christmas and a Joy-filled New Year!

Youth Christmas Program SUNDAY, DEC. 18, 10:15 a.m.

“Christmas in the Barn” SATURDAY, DEC. 24

Join us at the manger at 2 p.m.

Strodthoff-Kopp Farm, 1364 105th Ave./ CTH C, Amery. Dress warm!

Pets Welcome - Blessings of the Animals

On Saturday, Dec. 24, everyone is invited to a dinner at 3:30 p.m. at the church followed by Candlelight Service at 5 p.m.

9 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at Elim Lutheran Church Christmas Day Carols 10:15 a.m. at Balsam Lutheran Church

Balsam Lutheran Elim Church Lutheran 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Church (5 miles north of Amery off CTH H) 715-268-9291

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In Memory of

Martha Sather

Oct. 26, 1925 - Dec. 14, 2013 Missing you always.

You never said I’m leaving, you never said goodbye. You were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why. In life we loved you dearly, in death we love you still. In our hearts we hold a place that only you can fill. It broke our hearts to lose you, but you didn’t go alone. A part of us went with you, the day God took you home

We love to hear from our subscribers, advertisers and readers. Here are the many ways you can contact us: Mail: Amery Free Press, Box 424, Amery, WI 54001 Phone: 715-268-8101 FAX: 715-268-5300 Email: Tom Stangl: tstangl@ theameryfreepress.com Jessica de la Cruz: editor@ theameryfreepress.com Pam Humpal: phumpal@ theameryfreepress.com Mike Jacob: classifieds@ theameryfreepress.com Diane Stangl: dstangl@ theameryfreepress.com Bette Elmer: belmer@ theameryfreepress.com Our offices are located at 215 Keller Ave. S. We are open from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

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LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF STEPHEN G. VAN HEUKLOM DOD: March 31, 2009

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CAROL J. STOLL DOD: November 13, 2016

NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Informal Administration) Case No. 16 PR 89 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth October 6, 1928 and date of death March 31, 2009, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 1132 55th Street, Amery, WI 54001.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is February 28, 2017.

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

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar November 21, 2016 Brian D. Byrnes Byrnes Law Office, LLC 123 Keller Ave. North Amery, WI 54001 715-268-5000 Bar Number 1032419 (Dec. 6, 13, 20)

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Informal Administration) Case No. 16 PR 90 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth June 17, 1941 and date of death November 13, 2016, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 227 George Street, Amery, WI 54001.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is March 10, 2017.

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

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar November 28, 2016 Brian D. Byrnes Byrnes Law Office, LLC 123 Keller Ave. North Amery, WI 54001 715-268-5000 Bar Number 1032419

THANK YOU Thank you to the Amery Clinic and Regions Hospital for the care during my recent stay.

Special thanks to everyone who sent cards, flowers and gifts. For the visits, phone calls and your prayers. To my sister, Evelyn, for all the meals she brought, to Herb for all his help and to Pastor Lori Peper for her prayers and visit.

Also thank you to my husband and family for all their daily help and support.

Helen Erickson

Members American Dental Association

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

Call meeting to Order; Proof of Meeting Notice; Approve Agenda; Approve Vouchers & Pay bills, Reading of Reports; Public Comments; OLD BUSINESS: NEW BUSINESS: Discussion and possible Resolution regarding Wis DOT functional classification changes, Set Date for January, 2017 Caucus, Adjourn to January meeting Sally Pickard, Clerk This notice is for informational purposes only - final agenda will be posted on the Town Hall door, NextGen Motors in Clear Lake and Countryside Store in Amery.

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ORDINANCE NO 2011-1-(Revised) Town of Clayton, Polk County ORDINANCE for Adoption of WI Uniform Dwelling Code

Section 1.4 – WI Uniform Dwelling Code Adopted Section 1.5 – Position of Building inspector is created Section 1.6 – Building Permit Required Section 1.7 – Building Permit Fees Section 1.9 – Effective Date Addition/Adoption of Article 2 – Wisconsin Enrolled Commercial Building Code This ordinance shall become effective December 8, 2016, upon passage and publication as provided by law.

ADOPTED this Eighth day of December, 2016, by the town board.

For the full text of this ordinance, contact: Tracy LaBlanc, clerk, at 948-2564 The complete ordinance is located at 462 105th Avenue, Clayton Town Hall WNAXLP

Amery Board of Education December 19, 2016

A Regular Board Meeting of the Amery Board of Education is scheduled for Monday, December 19, 2016, at 6:30 PM in the Board Room at the Amery Intermediate School, located at 543 Minneapolis Avenue in Amery, Wisconsin. Business under review will include: I. Call to Order II. Spotlight on Education A. Amery Hospital Foundation Check Presentation to Amery Inquiring Minds III. Consent Agenda Items A. Agenda B. Minutes C. Financial/Budget Reports D. Board Vouchers IV. Community Comments V. Administrative/Committee/Department Reports A. Administrator Reports B. Finance Committee Report - Board Members VI. Informational Items A. CTE Presentation - Shawn Doerfler B. Montessori Expansion Presentation Cheryl Meyer C. CREATE Middle School PBL Class Tom Bensen D. Community Wide Survey Results E. Resolutions/Referendum VII. Action Items A. STEP Program B. Early Graduation Requests - Shawn Doerfler VIII. Closed Session A. Personnel Action Items to be discussed in Closed Session B. Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data, of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility. In order to take Personnel Action pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85 (1)(c).

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

X. Adjournment

More than $28,000 awarded for natural resource projects Madison, Wis. — The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin has awarded $28,370 to 30 applicants through the 2016 C.D. Besadny Conservation Grant Program.

The program annually awards grants to projects that involve the management and restoration of Wisconsin’s natural resources or focus on natural resources education and outreach. The 2016 projects range from restoring rare and important landscapes to improving understanding of natural resources through mobile technology.

“The Natural Resources Foundation is pleased to announce this year’s cohort of C.D. Besadny Conservation Grant Program recipients,” said Caitlin Williamson, the Foundation’s program and development coordinator. “Using $1,000 or less, each of these 30 grant recipients will help protect critical wildlife habitat, restore native landscapes, connect people to Wisconsin’s natural wonders, and implement many other projects that will have a lasting impact on our natural resources.”

This program provides grants of up to $1,000. This year’s recipients are: 1000 Islands Environmental Center, "Eagle Days on the River,” Kaukauna, Outagamie and Calumet counties Allen Centennial Gardens, “Education a la Cart,” Madison, Dane County City of Superior, “International Migratory Bird Day Celebration,” Superior, Douglas County Carpenter St. Croix Nature Center, “Remnant Oak Savannah Restoration,” Pierce County Covenant Harbor, “Inquiry-based Nature Center,” Lake Geneva, Walworth County Driftless Area Land Conservancy, “Habitat and Recreation Improvement at a Community Conservation Area,” Dodgeville, Iowa County Eagle School of Madison, “Biodiversity Surveys as a Means to Study Interdependence,” Fitchburg, Dane County Friends of Capital Springs, “Increase Capital Springs Interpretive Education,” Madison, Dane County

Friends of High Cliff State Park, “Tree Replacement Program” Sherwood, Calumet County Friends of Lapham Peak, “Nemahbin Springs Invasive Species Removal,” Delafield, Waukesha County Friends of Perrot State Park, “Eco-box Interpretive Stop on Wild Indigo Prairie Trail,” Trempealeau County Friends of the Bird Sanctuary, “Barrens Festival,” Douglas County International Crane Foundation, “New Interpretive Panels for the Whooping Crane Exhibit Mural,” Baraboo, Sauk County Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy, “Kishwauketoe Dry Prairie and Savanna Restoration Project,” Williams Bay, Walworth County Mackenzie Center, “Enhancing Natural Resources Inquiries with Mobile Technology,” Poynette, Columbia County Madison Audubon Society, “Connecting Students with Neighboring Nature,” Madison, Dane County Neighborhood House of Milwaukee, “Nature Center Stewardship,” Milwaukee County North Lakeland Discovery Center, “Bat Walk and Live Educational Bat Program,” Manitowish Waters, Vilas County Northland College, “Wild Madeline: Assessing the Wildlife Presence and Abundance of Madeline Island,” Ashland County Ozaukee Washington Land Trust, “Treasures of Oz 2017EcoTour,” West Bend, Washington County Sauk Prairie Conservation Alliance, “Intern: Volunteer Coordinator for Land Stewardship at Badger,” Sauk County Trout Unlimited Driftless Area Restoration Effort (DARE), “DARE Brochure Update,” Southwest Wisconsin Upham Woods, “Shoreline Restoration,” Wisconsin Dells, Adams, Columbia, Juneau, and Sauk Counties UW Arboretum, “Habitat Restoration of Faville Prairie State Natural Area,” Madison UW Milwaukee, “@Issue: INSECTS,” Milwaukee County Waukesha County Land Conser-

vancy, “Partners in Stewardship Program,” Waukesha County Western Great Lakes Bird & Bat Observatory, “Putting Bird-Safe Building Knowledge into Practice,” Port Washington, Ozaukee County Wisconsin Land+Water, “Wisconsin Envirothon,” Rosholt, Portage County Zoological Society of Milwaukee, “Nature Play at the Milwaukee County Zoo,” Milwaukee County This grant helps organizations create new ways to promote conservation in changing times. Sara Vega, a lead member of Allen Centennial Gardens and 2016 C.D. Besadny Grant winner, believes projects like Education a la Cart will greatly benefit her community.

When asked about the importance of her project, Vega said, “Education a la Cart will highlight the importance of environmental protection in Wisconsin by introducing visitors to our many various pollinators. It also will reduce fear of these insects and hopefully inspire people to create environments that encourage or house them.”

The C.D. Besadny Conservation Grant Program supports projects in Wisconsin that promote the responsible stewardship of Wisconsin’s natural resources at the local level. Recipients are required to match the grant dollar-for-dollar either with funds or in-kind services. This year marks the 26th anniversary of the program, which has awarded $475,890.00 to more than 593 projects in every county in Wisconsin since its inception in 1990. The program is named after former Department of Natural Resources Secretary and Natural Resources Foundation founder C.D. “Buzz” Besadny, whose passion for conservation resonates in all of grant recipients.

The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin is a nonprofit 501c3 that provides sustainable funding for Wisconsin’s most imperiled species and public lands, while helping citizens connect with our state’s unique natural places. 2016 marks the Foundation’s 30th year of supporting Wisconsin’s public lands, waters and wildlife. Learn more at www.WisConservation.org.

DALE JOHNSON Clerk, Amery Board of Education In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the School District of Amery will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in public meetings.

If you require an accommodation, please contact the District Office at (715) 268-9771 a minimum of 72 hours prior to the meeting.

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

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An Ancient Time Area craftspeople, artisans, and entertainers young and old helped host the Walk Through Bethlehem experience this weekend. Locals can enjoy a walk through ancient Bethlehem for one more weekend at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic Church in Amery. The event is a fundraiser for area foodshelves.

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The Congregational Church in Amery packed up their Lefse making supplies and headed to Amery Memory Care for the privilege of watching a Lefse making demonstration by Barry Schaefer and his very talented crew. Residents were given instruction on how to roll out the Lefse paper thin and then got to do some taste testing afterward. It was a special day for residents of Amery Memory Care as well as church volunteers.

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This week’s sports Amery Boys Basketball Dec. 13 @ St. Croix Central Dec. 16 vs. Ellsworth Dec. 20 @ St. Croix Falls

Amery Girls Basketball

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Dec. 13 vs. Glenwood City Dec. 16 @ Clear Lake Dec. 20 vs. Luck

Clayton Girls Basketball Dec. 16 @ Clear Lake Dec. 20 vs. Luck

Dec. 15 @ Ellsworth Dec. 20 vs. Glenwood City

Clear Lake Boys Basketball

Amery Hockey

Clear Lake Girls Basketball

Dec. 13 vs. Somerset Dec. 15 @ Siren Dec. 17 vs. Viroqua Dec. 20 @ River Falls

Amery Wrestling Dec. 15 @ Osceola Dec. 16, 17 Minnesota Christmas Tourney @ Rochester

Clayton Boys Basketball

Dec. 16 vs. Clayton Dec. 20 @ Grantsburg

Dec. 13 vs. Webster Dec. 16 vs. Clayton Dec. 20 vs. Bruce

Clear Lake Wrestling Dec. 13 vs. Spring Valley Dec. 15 vs. Luck/Frederic/Grantsburg/Siren Dec. 17 @ Osceola Invite

Youth Hockey Pee Wee A 12/10 vs Burnett Blizzard Amery Win 10-0 #5 Justin Walter Asst #3 Fredrick Henningsgard #30 Kobe Stinson Asst #16 Gabby Matson, #8 Maddy Johnson #2 Stuart Hellie Asst #12 Max Mike, #3 Fredrik Henningsgard #17 Daniel Koch #12 Max Mike Asst #5 Justin Walter, #3 Fredrik Henningsgard #2 Stuart Hellie Asst Justin Walter, #30 Kobe Stinson #5 Justin Walter #12 Max Mike Asst Fredrik Henningsgard #5 Justin Walter Asst #7 Kruse Yuhas #5 Justin Walter Asst #12 Max Mike Goalie: #1 Avery Starzecki 8 Saves 12/10 vs. Superior

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Amery Win 4-1 #5 Justin Walter Asst #2 Stuart Hellie, #12 Max Mike #16 Gabby Matson Asst #2 Stuart Hellie #17 Daniel Koch Asst #5 Justin Walter #2 Stuart Hellie #3 Fredrik Henningsgard Goalie: #1 Avery Starzecki 22 Saves

Pee Wee B December 10, 2016 Amery 1 vs. Altoona 7 Goals: G. Hacken Assist: Welu Saves: Mork 34 December 11, 2016 Amery 6 vs. River Valley 1 Goals: Martinson, S. Hacken, W. Jensen, Collins (2) G. Hacken Assists: G. Hacken (2), Welu, Vold (2) S. Hacken, W. Jensen Saves: Mork 23

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Members of the Amery hockey team celebrate a goal. The Warriors suffered a 1-5 loss Friday night against LaCrosse Logan/ Central Red Raiders.

Hockey team suffers déjà vu loss

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

For the second time in a week, the Amery boys’ hockey team claimed the first lead and was in a 1-1 tie with its opponent heading into the final period, but was shut out in the third period for a loss. On Dec. 9, the Warriors hosted the La Crosse Logan/Central Red Raiders and fell 1-5.

Neither team recorded a goal in the first period, but Amery (15) was able to claim the first lead 7:02 into the second period when Ridge Sigsworth lit the lamp with a even strength goal off a Ryan Van Blaricom assist.

“Ridge Sigsworth has been a pleasant surprise so far this season,” Amery Coach Tim Henninsgard said. “His ability to contribute quality shifts, including a goal, as a third-line center could be a difference maker on this team.”

The Warriors held their lead for more than 9 ½ minutes before La Crosse’s Eli Koperskie evened the score on a power play.

“We had a chance in the second to take a two-goal lead but gave one up in the final seconds of the second,” Henninsgard said. “If we put one on the board, I think this game would have ended differently.”

Three minutes 15 seconds into the third period, La Crosse (4-2) gained control of the contest on the first of two third-period goals

by Ben Zieglbein.

Penalties proved costly for the Warriors in this contest as they had seven infractions, resulting in 22 minutes in the box. La Crosse had just three minor infractions. La Crosse’s Ben Zieglebein finished with two goals and two assists. Jake Ziegelbein tallied one goal and one assist.

AHS goalkeeper Ethan Mork tallied 38 saves, compared to 22 saves for La Crosse’s Willem Alvarado.

Warriors hang with undefeated Blackhawks

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Amery Warriors boys’ hockey team played tight with a strong Baldwin-Woodville squad for two periods on Dec. 6, but gave up 3 unanswered goals in the third period to fall 1-4.

The Warriors (1-4) struck first as Jackson Henningsgard netted an unassisted even strength goal at the 12:37 mark of the first period to give Amery a 1-0 lead.

The lead lasted just 47 seconds, however, as B-W’s Alex Bishop returned the favor.

The score remained tied until 2:21 into the third period when B-W’s Brandon Connett scored the game’s third unassisted, even-strength goal to give the Blackhawks (7-0) their first lead of the game. The Blackhawks tacked on two even strength insurance goals over the next 14 ½ minutes.

“I am proud of the way our young team came out and compet-

ed the first two periods against them,” said Amery Coach Tim Henningsgard. “These are the games we need to learn to win.”

Just four penalties were called in the contest – three against Amery. Amery goalkeeper Ethan Mork tallied 44 saves while B-W

keeper Bryan Bresina saved 22 shots.

“Ethan Mork was outstanding in the nets for us tonight,” Coach Henninsgard said. “He gives us the opportunity to take more chances knowing we have a brick wall behind us.”

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Amery goalie Ethan Mork recorded 44 saves.

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Clear Lake Warriors earn two conference victories

Bailey Blanchard scores two of his game high 28 points vs.

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The Clear Lake Warrior Varsity boys basketball team improved its season record to 3-1 with two wins last week.

On Tuesday, Dec. 6 the Warriors defeated the visiting Frederic Vikings 83-60. The Vikings kept it close during the first half, but with improved scoring and solid defense in the second half, the Warriors pulled away to earn the victory. Sophomore Bailey Blanchard led all scorers with 26 points, followed by sophomore Marshall Cain who added 19. Leading rebounder for the Warriors was senior Matt Fisher with 8.

Next up for the Warriors was the Turtle Lake Lakers on Thursday, December 8. The team traveled to Turtle Lake in hopes of earning its third victory of the season. The Warriors came out strong and led the Lakers by 13 points, 35-22, at the intermission.

However, the Lakers were not ready to concede. They fought back and took a three-point lead over the Warriors with less than a minute left. But with seconds remaining in regulation, Clear Lake junior, Austin Anderson sank a three-pointer to knot the game at 71. Overtime, however, belonged to the Warriors, outscoring their opponents 10-3 to seal the victory 81-74.

Leading scorer for the Warriors was Senior Matt Fisher with 25 points followed by Anderson who added 17. The Lakers’ Collin Hoffman led his team in scoring with 19 points “This was a hard-fought game between two athletic teams that are trying to keep pace with Central Lakeland Conference favorite Cameron. All players involved played their hearts out and deserve a lot of credit. The next match up between the two teams in Clear Lake will definitely be an intense one,” said Clear Lake Head Coach Jason Sargent.

Next up for the Warriors is a home game against the Clayton Bears on Friday, Dec. 16.

Clear Lake Sophomore, Marshall Cain, wins the tip-off against Frederic.

TopWarrior hockey ranked falls short to Ellsworth Hayward dominates Amery wrestling

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Shawn Waalen scored a 13-4 major decision in the match.

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James Baillargeon won his match at 145 pounds, winning 9-5

The Amery wrestling team’s Dec. 8 dual with Ellsworth was a tough one as the Warriors won just three matches in a 59-13 loss to Division 2’s top ranked team in the state.

The 182-pound match between Amery’s Mason Goulet and Ellsworth’s Logan Peterson was the highlight match for the Warriors as Goulet pinned Peterson in 5:39.

Shawn Waalen added a 13-4 major decision victory at 152 pounds over Zine Hines, and James Baillargeon defeated Alex Matzek, 9-5, in the 145 pound match.

Ellsworth received five forfeits and earned three wins by fall.

Amery’s Grady Martin attempted to mount a comeback effort for his boys’ hockey team on Dec. 10 when he scored an even strength goal 56 seconds into the second period against Hayward to knot the score at 1-1. But the Hurricanes managed to regain the lead 8 ½ minutes later and secure the 2-1 win with a shorthanded goal by Chase Loder.

“Playing our third game in five days, I thought we may come out tired but we played one of our best games of the year - maybe our first complete game.,” said Amery Coach Tim Henningsgard.

“Credit the boys for playing with a lot of heart.”

Parker Griffin assisted Martin on the Warriors’ lone goal. Ethan Mork was solid in the net, collecting 27 saves while Hayward goalkeeper Brenden Thomas saved 22 shots.

“In the last five games, we have scored one goal in four games and been shutout once,” Henningsgard said. “We are getting our chances. Now our young guys need to learn to score. Once we do that, the wins will start to come.”

The two squads combined for 11 penalties between them, with six going against the Warriors.

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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can’t help, at least don’t hurt them.

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This harvest chicken stew will be a good meal to serve and it’s made in your skillet. Recipe calls for cooked chicken so it’s great for leftover chicken (or turkey).

HARVEST CHICKEN STEW Sauté to brown slightly: 3/4 T. olive oil 3/4 c. chopped onion 1/3 c. diced carrots 1/2 c. diced celery Sprinkle on top and stir well: 1 T. flour Add, stir constantly and bring to a boil: 1/3 c. chicken base (like bouillon) 1-1/4 c. water 1/8 tsp. salt-free seasoning 1/3 tsp. garlic powder Simmer for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add, simmer uncovered for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender: 1 c. cubed sweet potatoes 1 c. low sodium diced tomatoes (canned) 1/2 c. cubed red potatoes Stir frequently.

Add then simmer for 10 minutes, uncovered: 1 c. diced cooked chicken (or turkey) 2 c. Great Northern beans (rinsed and drained) 1/2 c. chopped baby spinach Serve hot. Serves 4-6.

Cranberries are popular this time of year. This cranberry- raspberry pie is lovely with its lattice top and it will please almost any palate. You will need 3 packages (6 oz. ea.) raspberries.

CRANBERRY-RASPBERRY LATTICE PIE You will need 2 pie crusts. One to put into the pie plate and the other to cut the lattice pieces. Spray the pie plate with baking spray with flour, then put in the one crust.

Combine in bowl: 1-1/2 c. fresh or frozen thawed cranberries 1 c. finely diced apple – (Fuji or Honeycrisp type apple) 1 T. lemon juice Sprinkle and toss mixture to coat: 1/2 c. sugar 3 T. cornstarch 1/4 tsp. salt Add and gently mix together and put into the pie shell: 2 pkgs. (6 oz. ea.) fresh or frozen raspberries Arrange on top: 1 pkg. (6 oz.) fresh or frozen raspberries Cut the remaining pie crust into strips and place over the mixture in the pie, weaving under and over the strips. Seal the strips to the edges of the other pie crust.

Combine with a fork: 1 egg white 1tsp. water Brush this mixture onto the lattice pieces and around the pie crust circle.

Bake at 350° for about 55 minutes or until crust is golden and pie is bubbly. If the crust is browning too quickly, cover with foil or pie crust edging. Cool completely before cutting.

Twice baked potatoes are popular. This recipe is a basic recipe. You can add more ingredients if you want to.

BASIC TWICE BAKED POTATOES Bake 4 larger potatoes until done. (Put a bit of veg. oil on the outside and bake at 400° for 1 hour or until done.)

Cut off about 1/4 of each potato (lengthwise) and scoop out the potato being careful not to get too close to the edges of the skin. Scoop out the top cut piece also and save, putting all into a larger bowl.

Put the cut piece into the bottom of the other scooped out potato to reinforce the bottom.

Mix together: The scooped out potatoes 1 T. butter salt pepper to taste 1/4 c. white cheddar cheese 1 sliced green onion 1 egg yolk some bacon bits or crumbled bacon, optional enough cream to make a softer mixture to stuff the potatoes.

Re-stuff all four potatoes dividing the above into the four shells.

Drizzle with 1 T. melted butter and pat down the top with a fork s so they’re rounded.

Sprinkle with some paprika. Put stuffed shells onto a baking sheet and bake at 350° for another 20-30 minutes or until lightly browned and hot.

These bars make great eating or gift giving. It makes a big pan full.

CHOCOLATE PECAN PIE BARS In larger bowl, combine until mixture looks like coarse crumbs: 1 c. softened butter 2 c. flour 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 c. sugar Pat into the bottom of a sprayed 15x10” baking pan.

Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until lightly browned.

Put in Microwave safe bowl: 1-1/2 c. light corn syrup 6 oz. semi-sweet baking chocolate squares Microwave, stirring often, until the chocolate squares are melted.

Add and combine well: 4 eggs 1-1/2 tsp. vanilla 1-1/2 c. sugar Stir in: 2-1/2 c. chopped pecans Spread evenly over the baked crust. Bake at 350° for 35 minutes or until filling is firm around the edges and still slightly soft in the center.

Melt as directed on package and drizzle over the baked bars: 1 pkg. (2 oz.) semi-sweet baking chocolate Cool completely before cutting.

Cut into squares, rectangles or diagonal triangles.

Make this delicious fudge for family or gifts.

BUTTER PECAN FUDGE Coat an 8x8” baking pan with cooking spray.

In large saucepan, bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently: 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter 1/2 c. heavy cream 1/2 c. sugar 1/2 c. brown sugar 1/8 tsp. salt Allow to boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.

Remove from heat.

Stir in: 1 tsp. vanilla Add and stir until smooth and well combined: 2 c. confectioners sugar Stir in and combine: 1 c. toasted pecans Spread mixture into the pan. Freeze for 25-30 minutes or until firm. Cut into squares and serve or store in an airtight container until ready to serve or wrap for gift giving. Hint: To toast pecans, heat medium skillet on medium low heat. Add the nuts and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring until golden.

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Tip: With our busy holiday schedules, remember to wash hands before preparing foods, wash all fruits and veg. before peeling, slicing, etc., all salad greens even tho the package says ready to eat. It might save a trip to the hosp. for you, your family or friends.

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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 9:30 am Quilting, 1 pm Wii Games, 5:30 pm Stamping & Scrapbooking 7 pm St. Croix Festival Theatre’s “A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas” at AHS Auditorium 7 pm HS Hockey at River Falls Wildcat Center 7:15 pm HS Boys Basketball at St. Croix Falls 7:15 pm HS Girls Basketball vs. Glenwood City, here

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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 8:30 am Foot Clinic, 9 am Silver Foxes, 10 am Alcoholics Anonymous, 1 pm Bridge, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 7 pm Advent Service at Amery Free Lutheran

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THURSDAY

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 10 am Alcoholics Anonymous, 1 pm Bridge, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 9 am Circle of Sisters, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot, 7 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 6:30 pm Bingo at the Amery VFW 7 pm HS Hockey vs.

Highland Park, here 7:15 pm HS Boys Basketball at Clear Lake 7:15 pm HS Girls Basketball at Spooner

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Silver Foxes, 9 am Mah Jong, 6 pm Lee Elmer Music Night, 8 pm Alcoholics Anonymous 6 pm HS Wrestling, Christmas Tournament at Rochester Regional Sports Center 6-9 pm Walk through Bethlehem at St. Joseph Church 7:15 p.m. HS Boys Basketball vs. Ellsworth, here

Community Center: Closed 7:30 pm John Legut Memorial Cup at the Amery Ice Arena

9 am HS Wrestling, Christmas Tournament at Rochester Regional Sports Center 2 pm HS Hockey vs. Viroqua, here 6-9 pm Walk through Bethlehem at St. Joseph Church 7:30 pm “Joy To the World” readings and singalong carols at the Northern Lakes Center for the Arts

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Band Lessons A number of years ago at a middle school band concert in our present community, the director took to the platform, led Growing the band through warm-up scales, up in and stopped. The Amery audience, thinking that was the first Loren Elkin song of the evening, applauded.

The Amery community in which I grew up was a good deal more sophisticated in concerts they attended. In 1964 that community supported our trip to Winnipeg, Canada. Now it’s great to think about the current Amery Band traveling to New York City for the experience of a lifetime.

On that trip to Canada in June of 1964, most of it was a blur of images and memories. The drive over the wide open prairie of Manitoba felt like we were on the moon, only this moon didn’t have craters. The city of Winnipeg stood out as a lovely growth on those plains, and we lodged in a huge old majestic building downtown. For me, first time in a hotel like this and first time sleeping four stories up.

Two nights, three days in this city, a concert element and a marching competition with a magnificent parade at the end. That was our New York City, and we have the Amery citizens to thank for sending us.

Fireworks sold legally in downtown stores, but I’m not going to write about the problem we encountered when I lit a row of ladyfinger firecrackers on the window ledge of our room. We were so sophisticated and sneaky, except the chaperones were knocking on our door before the popping stopped. Caught and reprimanded, we learned our lesson and got away with nothing. But you aren’t going to read the story from me.

In retrospect, two major lessons learned from band remain with me. One, the thrill of playing with the band at the Fall Festival Parade in September was that natural high we often hear about. To have played as an Amery Warrior

in the football game on Friday night, in a football uniform, was great. Then fifteen hours later in our band uniforms, marching past thousands, no greater feeling than that.

The second lifetime lesson learned from playing with the band under the strict direction of Milton Simon was exposure to such a rich variety of music. We didn’t complain about playing a certain kind of music, we didn’t groan, we didn’t bellyache. We just played it.

A few years ago a friend asked me where or when I acquired my appreciation and love of classical music. It was a hard question because I didn’t know and couldn’t trace it to anything specific.

The best answer turned out to be my listening to and playing such a wide range of music in the Amery Band.

From show tunes to classical music to more popular tunes, no music was dumb or boring as we might hear it called today by young people.

Band lessons might at times be done in a practice room, but the wider lessons last a lifetime.

Email Loren at: elkfarm@wctc. net.

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Consumers advised to not consume select candy products from Country Lane Candy Shoppe MADISON – Consumers with a dairy allergy or intolerance are advised to not consume various candy products produced by Country Lane Candy Shoppe located in Norwalk, Wisconsin, according to the food safety officials from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection. The products contain butter, but the presence of dairy allergen was not declared on the label.

Milk products can cause serious reactions in people with an allergy or severe sensitivity. No illnesses have been reported from consuming this product. The product is safe to consume by those who do not have an allergy or intolerance to dairy.

All products were sold in clear plastic clamshell containers on or before December 7, 2016. The following products are included in the advisory: •Country Lane Candy Shoppe Cashew Crunch, .5 pound •Country Lane Bakery and Candy Shoppe Chocolate Crunch, .5 pound •Country Lane Candy Shoppe Cashew Drops, 1 pound •Country Lane Candy Shoppe Peanut Clusters, .5 pound •Country Lane Bakery Raisin Clusters, .5 pound •Country Lane Candy Shoppe Peanut Butter Cups, .5 pound •Country Lane Bakery and Candy Shoppe Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls, .5 pound Consumers should either return the product to the place of purchase or dispose of it.

For more information on other food product recalls, contact the Division of Food and Recreational Safety at 608-224-4700, by e-mail at datcpfood@wisconsin.gov; or online at datcp.wi.gov.

AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER Well I’m writing this the day after our annual Christmas Party and oh, what a great time everyone had! It was a sea of red and green, as we celebrated Christmas AND our October, November and December birthday people! After the meal, we enjoyed the beautiful harmony

by Neal Pickard, Jon Buss, Steve Osero and Chuck Williamson as they sang a few songs. My, what great voices they have! Such talent! We then had our raffle drawing, and Dan Elmer won a year membership to our fitness center, Jerry Langlund won the TV and Heather Thayer won the Christmas quilt! After drawing door prizes for the people in attendance, we called it a day, and the party ended. I want to thank everyone that helped make this event such a success - we are so blessed to have such wonderful and talented volunteers that helped cook, serve and help in so many different ways.

If you want to see pictures of this event and other things that go on at the Center, go to Facebook and do a search for either Kari Fladwood or Amery Area Community Center and ask to be our friend! We try to post every day about what is going on.

Wanted: There is a group of enthusiastic fourth graders that would like to

do activities with seniors like read to you, do crafts, and just have some fun at the Community Center.

Where: The Community Center When: December 19th and January 18th from 10:30-11:30 The preceding announcement was put together by Miss Aman's students – isn’t that great?! We are so excited to be starting a new intergenerational activity and we hope to make this an on-going activity. But we need our members to come and attend this event so the kiddos will come back and visit! When they come on December 19th, we plan on decorating cookies to give to the Homeless Shelter, doesn’t that sound like fun? So please stop by about 10:30, stick around for an hour, and join in on making the kids feel welcome here!

What is a Memory Café? 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.

Why attend? Physical, social and mental activity is good for the brain! Who should attend? Memory Café is for you and your care partner if you have memory concerns, mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and/or early Alzheimer’s or other type of dementia. Please note:

you do not need a medical diagnosis to attend. We meet at the Community Center on the 3rd Thursday of each month, from 1-2:30pm. This is open to the public – you do not need to be a member to attend.

Our Christmas Day Dinner will be hosted by Michelle Gullickson and Crew, and we are starting to fill up! If you are interested in attending, it will be on Christmas Day at 2pm. We are also looking for volunteers to help serve, so if you want to attend, please RSVP by calling 715.268.6605 and letting us know.

Or just show up – we will have plenty of food for everyone.

Many of our members are snowbirds and like to pay for their membership dues before they leave for the winter. So we thought we would do something fun to encourage everyone to pay their dues early. Anyone who pays their dues before December 31st will be entered into a drawing for a free 40” flat screen LED 1080p TV! Members who participate in the Patron program will also receive an additional entry. New members will also be entered in the drawing. Board and staff members are excluded from this promotion. The drawing for the TV will be held January 2, 2017 at 9am in the main hall. Need not be present to

win. Smaller runner-up prizes will also be given out. Good luck!

We’ve got all kinds of new programs and activities coming up – way more than we can put here, so please pick up a copy of our newsletter “Community Center News” and see what’s cooking!

The January/February is scheduled to print and mail this week, so keep an eye out for it!

Sydney Lund was first in Monday Bridge, Shirley Staebler second. Jim Webb was first in pool with Mary Fisher bringing up second, Carl Johnson 3rd third, Paul Seidel fourth. Wendell Anderson won the consolation prize. Milt Johnson was first in Wii Bowling, with Jerry Langlund in second, and Jerry Fisher third. Steve Wilhelm was first in Wednesday bridge with Syd Lund second, and Pat Carlson 3rd. Police Chief Tom Marson was first in Thursday pool, Gary snelling second, Paul Seidel third and Milt Johnson fourth. Les Peterson won the consolation prize. Don’t forget all members are encouraged to come and join in the fun! We have people that can teach you pool, Wii bowling and Mahjongg if you want to learn. Thank you all for playing!

Have a great week!

Kari Fladwood - Executive Director

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Amery High School Auditorium to host “A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas” on December 20th certain that her parents will allow Festival Theatre is proud to an- students!”

This original play presents the it. As Christmas approaches, Launounce that the heartwarming tale of “A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christ- poignant story of the "missing" two ra must decide whether she wants mas” will be brought directly to years in the life of the Ingalls fam- to live with Mrs. Starr or stay with Amery this December. Following ily—the only substantial period her family.

This special performance “A Laua performance for local students that Laura chose not to write about ra Ingalls Wildin the afternoon, er Christmas” Festival Theatre will take place at is providing a the Amery High public showing at School Auditori7:00 on December um at 7:00 pm on 20th at the Amery December 20th.

High School AuTickets for all ditorium “We’re shows are $26 for excited to bring adults and $13.50 this show directfor students (ages ly to our friends 5-25) and can be in Amery” compurchased at Fesmented Jaclyn tivalTheatre.org, Johnson, Festiemailing festival’s Co-Artistic valtheatreboxofDirector, “it’s fice@gmail.com a lovely auditoor by calling the rium, and with box office at 715limited seats 483-3387. “A Lauavailable in the ra Ingalls WildFranklin Square The cast of “A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas” er Christmas” Black Box, we’re will perform delighted to make this show even more acces- in her Little House books. Facing a from November 26th to December sible.” Elizabeth Albers, Festival’s dismal winter after a failed year of 24th in the Franklin Square Black Arts Education Coordinator is farming, the Ingalls move to Burr Box in downtown St. Croix Falls. equally thrilled to bring the show Oak, Iowa to run a hotel. When Seating in the Black Box is limiton the road, “It is so exciting to be Mrs. Starr, the wife of a local doc- ed, and patrons are encouraged to able to share our work with the tor, takes a liking to Laura and of- purchase tickets well in advance to Amery community and our local fers to adopt her, Laura becomes guarantee seats.

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Carl Duane Taylor, 7 lbs. 15 ozs., born on November 10 to Stacy and Marcus Taylor of Frederic.

Landon Oliver Lanpher, 7 lbs. 1 oz., born on November 12 to Nikki and Jason Lanpher of Amery.

Alfred Winston Long, 7 lbs. 12 ozs., born on November 22 to Sarah and Darcy Long of Amery.

Isaiah Nicholas Schradle, 7 lbs. 5 ozs., born on November 29 to Beth and Nicholas Schradle of Clayton.

Adeline Rose Ramberg, 6 lbs. 2 ozs., born on November 30 to Heather Nelson and Jason Ramberg of Balsam Lake.

Ava Kay Allen, 10 lbs. 12 ozs., born on December 2 to Melissa Hubred and Mirage Allen of Amery.

Whitney Kay Loen, 7 lbs. 7 ozs., born on December 6 to Abby and Jacob Loen of Dresser.

Sunshine Patricia Lily Sampson-Lundmark, 5 lbs. 12 ozs., born on December 7 to Janelle Lundmark and Daniel Sampson of Centuria.

The Little Black Squirrel

By Larry Lee Phillipson 11/18/16

I look out my window today There was a black squirrel at play It looked so happy and free Not lonely away from the world like me.

I have heard that seeing a black squirrel is good luck That is what I need, not to pass the buck Being a bit superstitious is what you believe to believe in ongers it is agreed.

If it’s a sign of good, then I’ll believe Luck good or bad has to come out of the blue It can’t be planned that seems true If an omen is bad we could step aside.

We could avoid disasters if we tried.

If the omens are good, with good results.

The arrival would be welcome, no doubt Like the little black squirrel happy and free.

Not as many worries like you and me All I can do is wish you the best Lady Luck will have to do the rest.

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St. Croix Valley Artists on display at Holiday Art Show Four St. Croix Valley artists will be hosting a show at the century-old SOO Line depot in Osceola. Painters Patricia Duncan, Joni Jurek and Lena Rothman, along with photographer Ryan Rodgers, will be showing and selling recent work Friday, Saturday and Sunday, December 16-18th.

Lena Rothman and Ryan Rodgers live on the same road in Osceola. Patricia Duncan lives part time on Bone Lake. Joni Jurek resides in Somerset, however, she spent most of her life near the river in Lakeland.

Many of her paintings reflect scenes along the beautiful St. Croix and in its valley. Patricia Duncan may sometimes be spotted on country roadsides, plein air painting. Glimpses of the river itself are visible between oak and basswood branches from Lena Rothman’s home studio, where she strives to paint the life, light and emotion of God’s creation. Ryan Rodgers walks, paddles and skis the river with his camera, trying to distinguish between his own perception and the actuality of the landscape.

Refreshments will be served.

Hours and location as follows: Friday, December 16th, 4-8pm Saturday, December 17th, 10am-5pm Sunday, December 18th, 11am-5pm Osceola Depot: 114 Depot Rd., Osceola, WI 54020 For more information contact: Ryan Rodgers, 612-270-5739, ryan@ryan-rodgers. com Lena Rothman, 651-434-2312, lrothman@centurytel. net

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SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS AMERY SCHOOLS Thursday, Dec. 15— Lien Elementary lunch: Deli turkey sandwich, chips & salsa, coleslaw, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Sloppy Joe or deli turkey sandwich, chips & salsa, coleslaw, garden bar, fruit choices.

High school lunch: Sloppy Joes or deli turkey sandwich, chips & salsa, coleslaw, garden bar, fruit choices.

Friday, Dec. 16— Lien Elementary lunch: Italian dunker, Italian blend vegetable, garden bar, fruit choices Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Italian dunker or Italian blend vegetables, garden bar, fruit choices High school lunch: Italian dunker or meatball sub, Italian blend vegetable, garden bar, fruit choices.

Monday, Dec. 19— 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, Dec. 20— Lien Elementary lunch: Softshell taco, corn, black bean salad, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate and Middle school lunch: Softshell taco or chicken fajitas, corn, black bean salad, garden bar, fruit choices.

High school lunch: Softshell taco or chicken fajitas, corn, black bean salad, garden bar, fruit choices.

Wednesday, Dec. 21— Lien Elementary lunch: Mandarin chicken, brown rice, steamed carrot coins, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate and Middle school lunch: Mandarin chicken, brown rice, steamed carrot coins, garden bar, fruit choices.

High school lunch: Mandarin chicken, brown rice, steamed carrot coins, garden bar, fruit choices.

CLEAR LAKE SCHOOLS Thursday, Dec. 15— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or oatmeal, blueberry or chocolate muffin.

Elementary lunch: Mini corn dogs or chef salad, macaroni & cheese, steamed broccoli, carrots with dip, applesauce.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, Vertical bar, smooothie, muffin, french toast sticks, sausage links.

High school lunch: Mini corn dogs or chef salad, macaroni & cheese, steamed broccoli, carrots/dip, strawberries, blueberries.

Friday, Dec. 16— Elementary breakfast: Cereal and yogurt or donut.

Elementary lunch: Sloppy Joe or grilled chicken sandwich, curly fries, baked beans, mandarin oranges.

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

High school lunch: Sloppy Joe or grilled chicken sandwich, curly fries, baked beans, fresh melon.

Monday, Dec. 19— Elementary breakfast: Cereal or mini donuts, chese omelet.

Elementary lunch: “Oodles of Noodles” with meat sauce or chicken alfredo, breadstick, garden salad bar, sliced peaches.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, cheese omelet, cheese stick,

Krave S’mores, muffin, Little John donut.

High school lunch: Penne pasta with meat sauce or chicken alfredo, breadstick, caesar salad, steamed broccoli, sliced apples, slushie fruit cup.

Tuesday, Dec. 20— Elementary breakfast: Cereal and “Gripz” chocolate chip graham crackers or sausage & cheese sandwich.

Elementary lunch: Barbeque riblet or chicken patty on a bun, potato smiles, green beans, sliced apples.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, yogurt, muffin, “Gripz” graham crackers, sausage, egg & cheese sandwich.

High school lunch: Barbeque riblet or chicken patty on a bun, baby red potatoes, green beans, sliced peaches, fruit juice.

Wednesday, Dec. 21— Elementary breakfast: Cereal and graham crackers or pancakes with syrup.

Elementary lunch: Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes with gravy, dinner roll, steamed corn, applesauce.

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

High school lunch: Chicken nuggets or salisbury steak, mashed potatoes/ gravy, dinner roll, sweet potato souffle, applesauce, mixed fruit.

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Garden Variety: A column for gardeners EDITOR’S NOTE: Julie Kuehl of the Polk County Master Gardneners and Amery Area Garden Club will begin writing about gardening topics in the Amery Free Press. We hope you ‘grow’ to enjoy her column in future editions.

If you’d like to suggest topics for Julie to cover throughout the year, or ask questions of a certified Master Gardener, please submit your comments to editor@ theameryfreepress.com.

My name is Julie Kuehl (Keel) and I am a Certified Master Gardener with the Polk County Master Gardeners. My husband Stu and I built our home on 14 acres outside Amery about Garden 16 years ago. I have Variety been an avid gardener Julie Kuehl, for as long as I can remember. I grew up in Polk County a family of seven kids Master Gardener and very little money, but I had a mother who could make amazing meals from the vegetable garden she lovingly tended in our small town backyard. From this childhood, I learned that as long as you had a small piece of ground and a minimal amount of seeds you never had to be hungry. I also learned to love gardening and the

beauty of flowers and nature. I learned that in even the most stressful times it can be a place to find peace and tranquility.

As a member of the Polk County Master Gardeners, I have been the recipient of a wealth of information on growing all different forms of plants and how inter-connected things in nature are with our environment and food sources. One of the perks of being part of the PCMG is their monthly meetings (the second Monday of the month at the Justice Center in Balsam Lake) which feature speakers on a wide range of topics. The speaker for January 9 will talk on growing African Violets at 7PM. Beginning in January I look forward to sharing information on a variety of gardening topics from houseplants to flower beds to vegetables. My first column will be helping you figure out what to do with that Christmas plant you brought or received that was so pretty and you’re not sure what to do with now that the holidays are over and some ideas for your Christmas tree when it is time to take it down.

Even though we can’t be in our gardens during the winter months, there are things we can do until the spring thaws come and we can be out playing in the dirt again.

I hope you find this column educational, informative and perhaps a little entertaining.

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.

Christmas lunch: Roast turkey, savory stuffing, gravy, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, WW dinner roll, apple pie.

Friday, Dec. 16— Chicken enchilada casserole, Mexican corn, breadstick, banana.

Monday, Dec. 19— Baked ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, mixed vegetables, cornbread, pineapple tidbits.

Tuesday, Dec. 20— Sweet and sour pork, white rice, steamed cabbage, breadstick, tropical fruit mix.

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WITC students in the Outdoor Power Products Technician program are excited about the two new Indian Scout motorcycle engines donated by Polaris (Osceola). Instructor Dave Brown plans to partially disassemble one of the engines to see the internal parts and demonstrate how they work. Besides being an excellent teaching tool at WITC, he plans to demonstrate the engines in area high school mechanics classes.

L to R (back): Louis Henk, Hayward; Brady Baker, St. Croix Falls; Dan Scheerenga, Star Prairie; Anthony Sarber, Lonoke, Ark.; Derek Biggs, Spring Valley; Bill Mathison, Hayward; Tanner Mortensen, Amery.

Instructor Dave Brown is seated on the Victory motorcycle, also produced by Polaris.

Polaris donates two new engines to WITC NEW RICHMOND, WI – WITC-New Richmond’s Power Sports program recently received two brand new Indian Scout motorcycle engines to use as teaching tools from Polaris in Osceola. According to WITC Instructor Dave Brown, the engines offer an excellent opportunity to show others what they’ll learn in his program. It also aids in classroom demonstrations and discussions.

“I plan to partially disassemble one of the engines allowing learners to see the internal parts and how they work.

These engines, along with other equipment, will be great for class use here at WITC, as well as

demonstrating them to area high schools in their mechanics classes,” says Dave Brown, program instructor. “That way they can see exactly what it is they’ll learn in the program.”

“The engines were left over from our cold test setup,” says Eric Christensen, Polaris, who was key in seeing that WITC received the Indian engines. “They were used to do correlation between the cold test and hot Dyno testing, so they only have about one hour of run time on them.”

Brown says, “The students are excited to get to the mechanics of these engines. We’re grateful to Polaris for donating these

motorcycle engines, as we plan to use them for a lot of hands-on learning.”

Outdoor Power Products Technician (Power Sports for short) is a one academic year, financial aid-eligible program, available only at the New Richmond WITC campus. The technical diploma prepares students to pursue careers as a motorcycle, marine and outdoor power products technician, small engine business owner, industrial equipment technician, parts person and many other related pursuits.

They learn to troubleshoot and repair all types of engines, from ATVs to motorcycles to outboard motors.

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.

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-themout” 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.

Through March 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 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 Dec 28 & Mar 8) 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. For families with children of all ages. Parents/ Guardians must stay in the gym with the children. Sundays - Dec 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 until March 12 (CLOSED Dec 25 & Jan 1).

Play and Learn parent-child group provides an opportunity for children to interact with other children their age. Parents can also discuss parenting strategies, dilemmas, and everyday happenings with a Parent Educator and other parents going through similar situations. Ten Mondays, January 2 - March 6 from 10-11:30 a at the Amery library. Pre-register is required. Call 715-684-4440. Do not register through Community Ed. Free.

Recreational Gymnastics for ages 3+. New session begins January 10.

Beginner classes at 4 p and 5:30 p. Intermediate class at 4:45 p. Eight Tuesdays & Thursdays per session. $40 per session. Details on Community Ed website or by contacting Community Ed. Pre-register.

A LAURA INGALLS WILDER CHRISTMAS by St Croix Festival Theatre and in Amery for one-night only. Tuesday, Dec 20 at 7 pm in the Amery High School Auditorium. Tickets $26 for adults or $13.50 for ages 5-25.

To reserve tickets, visit festivaltheatre.org or call 715.483.3387 or email festivaltheatreboxoffice@gmail.com . Amery students in grades 3, 4, 5 & 7 will see the performance during the school day.

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Hearings Set on Changes to Soil and Water Conservation Rule MADISON – Four public hearings are scheduled on proposed changes to Wisconsin's soil and water conservation rule, known as ATCP 50.

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection has scheduled these hearings: Eau Claire – Monday, Jan. 9, 2-4 p.m. and 5:30-7:30 p.m., Chippewa Valley Technical College, 620 W. Clairemont Ave., Business Education Center, Room 103A Platteville – Thursday, Jan. 19, 2-4 p.m. and 5:30-7:30 p.m., Markee Pioneer Student Center, 1 University Plaza, University North Room Appleton – Monday, Jan. 23, 2-4 p.m. and 5:30-7:30 p.m., Fox Valley Technical College, 1825 N. Bluemound Road, Room A1701A, Entrance 16.

Madison – Thursday, Jan. 26, 2-4 p.m. and 5:30-7:30 p.m., State Agriculture Building, 2811 Agriculture Drive, Room 106 The department is proposing re-

visions primarily to incorporate changes to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's 590 Nutrient Management Standard. Those changes, in turn, incorporated changes to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources farm runoff standards.

Together, the three sets of regulations establish a framework for the state's "nonpoint source" pollution control program. The program works with counties to install and share costs of farmland conservation practices, plan for soil and water conservation and farmland preservation, oversee manure storage and local livestock operations, and train conservation professionals.

The proposed changes include new restrictions aimed at keeping manure and other nutrients away from direct conduits to groundwater, while allowing farmers to choose conservation practices that are appropriate for their operations and still protect resources.

To help compensate for the ad-

ditional time or acreage farmers might need to spread nutrients under new restrictions, the costshare rate to help farmers develop nutrient management plans would also increase from the current $7 per acre annually to $10. The proposed changes would also clarify that farmers might be required to meet conservation standards in some cases even if cost-sharing is not available.

The revised rule would also clarify that, whenever a nutrient management plan is required by local regulations, it would have to meet state standards.

In addition to the public hearings, comments will be accepted until Thursday, Feb. 9, via mail and email, and online. Mail comments to DATCP, ATTN Sue Porter, P.O. Box 8911, Madison, WI 53708-8911.

Email comments to sue.porter@ wi.gov. You may also comment online.

Copies of the rule are available online or by calling (608) 224-4605.

Building Healthy Communities Osceola Community Health Foundation’s Healthy Communities Award was presented to Roseanne Anderson

by Sue Gerlach, Director, at the 15th annual Holiday Gala held at Trollhaugen on December 1. The award is presented to an individual who demonstrates outstanding leadership and community service to improve the health and vitality of our community. Previous recipients include Bob Schmidt, Deb Kravik, Robyn Foster and Gary Beckmann.

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 west wing sunporch. GAM is Polk County’s longest operating longterm healthcare facility. The Family Council’s goal is to enhance the lives of the residents beyond what the staff normally does.

Grief Share. Have you lost someone close? Grief Share is a Christian based, non-denominational seminar/support group program that will be meeting at Centennial Hall in Amery every Monday at 1 p.m. For information call Bruce 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360.

Head Injury Support Group. Closed head injury, stroke, aneurism or traumatic brain injury which affects your daily living? Learn to cope with your disabilities, provide insight and camaraderie. Second Friday of each month 2-3:30 p.m. Frederic Public Library. Contact Julie Martin 715-327-4474.

Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. We meet at the First Baptist church, Amery, Mondays from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-5408 with questions.

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has children 5 years of age and under is welcomed, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential. Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com and call 715-263-2665 for location/dates/ time.

NA meetings. There’s hope. Every Saturday 6 p.m. St. Croix Casino & Hotel, Turtle Lake. Room 121. Everyone welcome to attend. Info call Pat at 715-553-2859.

Overeaters Anonymous. Tuesdays 10 a.m. at St. Croix Alano Club, across from hospital in St. Croix Falls.

715-825-3416.

PEPTalk - P(arents)E(ncouraging)P(arents)... exists to encourage, support, and build up a community of homeschool families in Polk County, Wisconsin.

Through our regular activities we provide opportunities for families to come together to enrich their students’ learning experiences with special classes, field trips, play dates, and celebrations. We facilitate regular time together which provides social, academic and character-building activities for our children while parents encourage and support each other through the homeschooling journey. We also strive to serve our surrounding communities through projects that emphasize selflessness and provide opportunities for parents and children to use their gifts and talents to serve others. We welcome all types of homeschooling families to check us out! PEPTalk activities happen throughout the month.

For more information contact Jenn Dueholm, jenndueholm@yahoo.com or Wendy Dietrich, thedietrichs@ amerytel.net. Like us on Facebook under PEPTalk.

Polk County Parent-To-Parent Coaliton, a network for parents of children from birth through adulthood who have disabilities or other special needs. For more information about meetings and advocacy support, contact Lynne 715-472-2002.

PREGNANT. Need help? Our tests and help are free and confidential. 715-755-BABY (2229). Osceola Life Care Center.

Student Assistance Program is for students in the Amery school district who may be having personal or family problems. Strict confidentiality is followed except in cases of danger to self or others. Call 715-2680303 for middle school S.A.P. members or 715-2680214 for high school S.A.P. members.

TEENS—Talk before you run. Trained counselors will listen. 1-800-491-8336 or 715-235-8882.

TEENCARE. Where teens get help fast. 1-800-4918336.

TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Nancy 715-646-1464 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly.

Tutors: Free tutors are available to anyone who would like help studying for GED, English as a Second Language (ESL), or with basic skills in reading or math. Call 715-405-7323 to be matched with a local tutor.

Veteran’s Support Group. 1st Tuesday monthly 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Amery VFW, 130 Wisconsin Ave. Spouses/significant other also welcome and encouraged to attend. Contact Dan 715-768-0679, Amanda 715-429-0467 or Dianna 715-607-1898. Sponsored by Amery VFW Post 7929 and American Legion Post 169.

Weight Loss Club meets Thursdays 8-9 a.m. Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. Bonnie Timm 715-268-2980.

Western Wisconsin LYME Education and Support Group meets: fourth Thursday of the month (April through October) at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. (No meetings November through March). Meetings are free of charge and open to the public. For info call Ann 715-268-2856, Paula 715-268-2035, Bonnie 715-268-9557, Sue 715268-6687.

Women’s Spiritual Growth Group meets each Thursday from 7-8 p.m. at 931 Pine St., St. Croix Falls..

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AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY

The Amery Area Public Library offers many groups 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.

A special intergenerational storytime will be held at Golden Age Manor on December 21 at 10 a.m. This storytime will be followed by Christmas carols with musical accompaniment.

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 eve-

ning prior to the Saturday sale, 4 p.m.—7 p.m.

Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 p.m.

Meetings are open to all members and to the public.

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

Check out the website Check out the library website at www.amerylibrary.org, or find us on Facebook at facebook. com/amerylibrary.

Hours Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9 a.m.—7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.—6 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m.—2 p.m. The library will be closed on December 24-26 for the Christmas holiday.

Delivering Christmas Cheer Forty area veterans in nursing homes got a Christmas visit Saturday from (left to right) Dick Pelc, Bill Hegg, Commander Don Fansler, and Dr. Arneson of the Amery American Legion, who delivered meat and cheese trays courtesy of Amery Meat Market. The vets salute Amery Meat Market for their generous donation. Julie Abitz (right) accepts the gift on behalf of Amery Memory Care.

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ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY Brandy is a two year old Chocolate Lab-Blue Heeler Mix. To be completely honest, Brandy is probably a mixture of multiple breeds, the proverbial Heinz 57 Mutt. She has the solid chocolate coat of a Lab, the body of a medium sized Heeler, the head of an Border Collie and

the longer legs of a Shepherd. This is to say, Brandy is an alert and active medium sized Chocolate dog.

Brandy likes to go for walks, take in the sights and smells of the day, ever ready to join the fun. She came to the shelter with little training but has been learning to work nicely for treats. Brandy would most likely chase cats for sport and likes to play with other friendly dogs. She is a young dog with much to learn; that will benefit greatly from gentle direction in a loving home.

Brandy was left behind in an apartment when her owner moved out. She was discovered inside a crate at the apartment.

We don’t know the reason she was left behind, but moving from one rental to another can be a huge obstacle for renters with pets. A good knowledge of the rules is important to being able to find housing for you and your pet.

Before renting, a pet owner must get permission from the landlord to have a pet. It is best to get this permission in writing. This may be covered

in your lease agreement.

If this provision is added to an existing lease, be sure have your landlord initial and date the change. Without written permission, you could receive a “five days to comply” notice to get rid of your pet. If you don’t comply, your landlord can start the eviction process.

Landlords are not required to allow pets in their rental units. They have the right to restrict having any pets, the number of pets, the size, the breeds and species of pets allowed in their building.

They may allow cats, but no dogs or the reverse.

They may allow dogs but say no to a particular breed.

Landlords may give permission to some tenants and not allow others to have pets as long as he doesn’t discriminate because of membership in a protected class, such as race, religion, sex, etc. They may also charge a monthly pet fee of whatever amount they choose and/or require an additional pet security deposit. (If they require both, they are not able to deduct pet damages from your security deposit before utilizing the pet fees.)

The exception to these rules is the right to rent with a service animal.

The 2001 Wisconsin Act 143 requires landlords to allow reasonable accommodations for tenants with disabilities. They may not prohibit a service animal from living in a unit or charge the tenant extra rent or a pet deposit. A note from a physician is required to verify the need for a service animal to a person with a disability.

It is important to get permission to have a pet in a rental unit. Contact the person who has the

authority to grant that permission and make the proper arrangements to bring your pet to live with you. If they have a “No Pets” policy you can try to negotiate by first asking the reason for the policy. You can address their concerns with reassurance and documents to show you are a good pet owner.

Prepare a “Pet Resume” that includes a good rental history with your pet.

It may include a reference letter from a current or previous landlord. The letter can include a good reference for you as a responsible pet owner as well as reassurance of your pet.

Offer graduate certificates or receipts from obedience classes for your dog. Mention that your cat uses a litter box faithfully and uses a scratching post. Include veterinary records to show that your pets are well cared for, are spayed or neutered, free of fleas and ticks and up-to-date on vaccinations.

Depending on what kind of pet you have, you may be able to purchase a Renters Liability Insurance Policy for any damage your pet may do.

Mention your insurance in your “resume” and include a copy of your policy. You can even invite the landlord to meet your well groomed, well behaved pet.

If a “Pet Resume” does not convince the prospective landlord to allow your pet, keep looking for appropriate housing for you both. Rentals that do allow pets are available.

You just need to find them and put your best foot forward to make it happen.

Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 715 2687387 or online: arnellhumane.org and Facebook.

This Just In!

Two Families Adopted The Wanderoos Area Community Club would like to thank everyone who attended either of their two meat raffles. They raised over $1,300 and used the proceeds to adopt two families for Christmas. Members donated items and purchased additional items from the families wish list. The club also purchased boxes of fruit from the Amery FFA and made fruit baskets to be given out to elderly and shut-ins during the holidays.

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Local Agencies Receive over 2,250 Winter Apparel Donations WESTERN, WI—In November, WESTconsin Credit Union hosted its annual The Mitten Tree campaign to collect winter apparel and accessories and monetary donations for those in need as the winter season’s sub-zero temperatures set in.

Overall, 2,250 winter apparel and accessory items and $2,747.46 were gathered in support of this cause. Local distribution was made possible thanks to the following community partners.

•Amery Office | Amery School District, Operation Christmas •Baldwin Office | St. Croix Valley Family Resource Center •Barron Office | Gift from the Heart Program •Chippewa Falls Office | The Spirit of Christmas •Eau Claire Office | Bolton Refuge House •Ellsworth Office | Pierce County Food Shelf •Hudson Office | Operation Help •M e n o m o n i e - D ow n town Office | Boyceville Elementary •Menomonie-East Office | River Heights Elementary, Colfax Elementary, Ridgeland-Dallas Elementary •Menomonie-North Office | Wakanda Elementary •New Richmond Office | Grace Place, Head Start, Five Loaves Food Shelf •Prescott Office | Hometown Holidays, Prescott

Food Shelf •River Falls Office | St. Bridget Church •Spring Valley Office | Spring Valley Food Shelf Fundraising was promoted internally to credit union employees and externally to the general public. WESTconsin extends a sincere note of thanks to everyone who participated in giving and distributing donations. The need for basic life necessities continues to be high in our region.

Those interested in offering additional help should contact their local charities and nonprofit organizations.

WESTconsin Credit Union has been serving members since 1939, and membership is open to anyone who lives or works in the Wisconsin counties of Barron, Buffalo, Burnett, Chippewa, Clark, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, Rusk, St. Croix, Sawyer, Taylor, Trempealeau, and Washburn, or the Minnesota counties of Anoka, Chisago, Dakota, Goodhue, Isanti, Ramsey, Wabasha, and Washington, with a $5 minimum deposit in a Membership Savings Account. Credit unions are financial institutions owned by their accountholders, and member funds are federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) up to at least $250,000.

Gift of Encouragement A gift that's given in the game of "grasp the day."

That hints that "have' and not 'have not' may rule, that says, "Take up the tools, and try again," when lilting laughter lightly lifts the lagging fuel.

Encouragement.

It's the brother-sisterhood of truth, chooses to view the stumbling block as stepping-stone, that makes the weariness of age seem youth, a firm and friendly, "You are not alone."

Encouragement.

It's modeled by the Son of God Himself, Who shared in human overcoming gallantly, who didn't stay detached upon the shelf, but faced all and overcame for such as we.

Encouragement.

And so, He places in some hearts the gift, with friendship to help their neighbor overcome.

With actions and their words, they give a lift, a heavy heart made light sees courage come.

Encouragement

Carol Morfitt Welch

Kids helping Kids The Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H club recently collected toys to donate to kids this Christmas. The collection was held during the club’s December 11 meeting and Christmas party at the Amery Senior Center.

Amery among recipients for St. Croix Valley Foundation music grant award The St. Croix Valley Foundation is honored to announce the recipients of our most recent competitive grant program. This fall, the St. Croix Valley Foundation awarded $33,218 to 17 schools in Wisconsin and Minnesota through its Music Education grants program.

“Music has shown to have a positive impact on student learning, self-discipline, thinking skills and creative abilities” remarked Kris Tjornehoj, chair of SCVF’s Music Education grant panel. “And there is a pressing need to provide resources that sustain and enhance music programs in our schools, whether to repair and replace aging instruments pieced together with wire and duct-tape, to give students exposure to world class musicians, or to extend loaner instruments to students when their family’s financial resources are limited.”

Music Education grants are given annually, each fall. They are made possible by a donor whose gift established an endowment fund. The donor, herself once a music teacher, wished to give the gift of music to students of all ages, from pre-school through high school.

The SCVF provides donors with the opportunity to create or add to Valley Impact Funds for causes that are closest to their hearts. The Foundation has funds addressing a variety of causes including music education, the arts, health and wellness, the environment, and animals. The advantage of these funds is their mission is unchanging yet they remain current and flexible. We cannot guess tomorrow’s issues or know which organizations can best address those issues at that time. However, through Valley Impact Funds and the competitive grants programs, the SCVF places grant dollars in the most capable hands at the right time, in perpetuity.

“The St. Croix River region has been blessed by donors and who want to see a rich and varied climate” commented SCVF Board Member, Andy Kass. “It is an honor to see our donors’ wishes spring to life each year through these grants.”

The next round of competitive grants will be given to organizations working in the arts and health and wellness; they will be due in February, 2017.

A list of area grant recipients follows: Laura Badman received $2,500 for a ‘Sing, Say, Dance, Play’ project at Amery Intermediate School.

Lisa Mattson received $500 toward a Junkyard Drumming Clinician at Frederic Elementary School.

Connie Mann received $3,100 for a tuba and stand at Frederic Middle/High School.

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Final Christmas Punch winners announced, you can still “Walk Through Bethlehem” Do you feel it? No, I am not talking about the bitter cold but now that I mention it, DANG it is cold out there!!!

What I am wondering if you feel, is the “Magic of Christmas”. It is everywhere, and I love it! It is too bad that the magical season does not Pounding last longer.

This past week we enjoyed going the to the Amery Hospital & Clinic Love Pavement Light Tree Ceremony, taking the “Walk Through Bethlehem”, attendPam Humpal ing the Wapogasset Bible Camp Dinner Theater, a Brunch With Santa, a fun Christmas Party (even though the lights went out from a power outage) plus throw in some hockey games, and there you have a great week! I even got my Christmas cards done and in the mail, and finished decorating the house…it was all good!

If you did not get a chance to take the “Walk Through Bethlehem” last weekend, you should put that on your to do list for this weekend. It’s a great walk through the village with live local actors portraying merchants, soldiers, craftsmen, and the journey ends at the live nativity with Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus. It is set up at St Joseph Catholic Church in Amery on Friday and Saturday, December 16 and 17, from 6-9pm, and also on Sunday, December 18, from 2-5pm. Thank you to everyone involved with the walk.

Also, a huge thank you to those who were a part of the annual Wapogasset Bible Camp Dinner Theater.

The food was delicious, the music was wonderful, and the play was very meaningful. We are extremely fortunate to have such talented people in our community…you were all awesome! The dinner theater is always a very special part of my Christmas celebration.

Congratulations to the following for being the final winners in this year’s Amery Christmas Punch Promotion sponsored by the Amery Community Club…

Brian Cran, Don Tarnowski, Diane Gorka, Lynette Bryant, Trent Gross, Eldon Carlson, Sue Edgington, LuVerne Lambert, Deloris Vance, and Barb J. Bottolfson. Thank you to everyone for shopping locally and supporting the Amery businesses.

“A Small Town Christmas” Amery Christmas House Decorating Contest sponsored by the Amery

Community Club has 12 entries for you to view and cast your vote for the different categories. You can either vote on-line by going to the Amery Community Club facebook page which has a link to the Amery Free Press website, or fill out a ballot at the Amery Free Press, WESTconsin Credit Union or Johnson Drug Store. Voting will take place until December 26.

Driving around viewing the beautiful Christmas lights in towns and in the country is one of our favorite things to do each year. Thank you to everyone who has taken the time and effort to decorate your yards/ houses for the holidays. It is very much appreciated!

In next week’s paper, we will be having Christmas Greetings from area businesses with the assistance of drawings from Amery students in Pre-K thru Grade 4. Each drawing is very special in it’s own way. Businesses who would like to get a greeting in the paper should please give us a call at 715-268-8101 today.

Along with the child/children cards, you can also include special business hours for the holidays.

The kids cards may also be used in the issue of December 27 for New Year’s greetings plus include special hours, after-Christmas sales, and activities.

Be sure to see the special church pages found in this issue for times of the upcoming Christmas services and programs at area churches. Everyone is very welcome to attend the church of your choice.

The Amery Free Press will be closed on Monday, December 26, in observance of Christmas. Deadline for the issue of December 27 will be on Thursday, December 22, at 4pm for The Tab and the Amery Free Press. We will also be closed on Monday, January 2, for New Year’s. The deadline for the issue of January 3 will be on Thursday, December 29, at 4pm. Thank you in advance for your cooperation with the early deadlines.

This morning while I was out throwing wood in the woodstove, I had the chance to see the beautiful Full Moon. Along with the fluffy white snow, our backyard was very pretty and lit up. Yes we do have to say that the snow is very pretty, even though it makes more work for everyone, but then I guess after all, it is Winter.

Have a great week…enjoy the “Magic” of the season, stay warm, and be safe!

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Recent interest rates have been as low as 1.75 percent for all commodity loans.

Producers may obtain a low interest loan on commodities stored on the farm in an eligible structure stored on the farm or at a public warehouse.

The grain must be stored in a facility that is safe and accessible and must be repaid before it is fed or sold. Producers with grain under loan that will be sold can request a Marketing Authorization which gives them permission to sell the mortgaged collateral to a designated buyer be-

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Linda Kuchenmeister of Amery’s Project Santa got a big boost from the Amery Lions Club this week. The group donated $500 worth of toys for the cause. Pictured with the toys are (left to right) Zach Osero, Michele Osero, Linda Kuchenmeister, Dave Osero, and Chris O’Brien.

fore the loan is repaid.

Silos and oxygen-limited structures are also eligible storage facilities.

Marketing Assistance Loans will be adjusted for excess moisture.

The final day to request a 2016 small grain commodity (wheat, barley, or oats) is March 31, 2017. The last day to request a 2016 corn or soybean loan is May 31, 2017.

Marketing Assistance Loan eligibility also requires compliance with conservation and wetland protection, requirements, beneficial interest, acreage reporting, and ensuring that the commodity meets Commodity Credit Corporation minimum grade and quality standards.

For further information about marketing assistance loans, farmers may contact the Polk County FSA office at (715) 485-3138 or go online to www.fsa.usda. gov.

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at Sassy Snips in Clayton

Amery Community Theatre

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Informational Meeting

Toni Bar, LMT 110 Prentice St. N Clayton 715-948-2900

for upcoming play

“The Odd Couple”

Holiday Special

WOMEN’S VERSION

Buy Package of 4 - One Hour Sessions for $205

Thursday, Dec. 15, 7 p.m. at Amery Middle School Library

(Savings of $15)

Production dates end March/first April

Valid thru Dec. 31, 2016.

For more information please call 715-269-5139

Amery VFW Post 7929

GUN SHOW

24th Annual

BUY, SELL, TRADE

John Legut Memorial Cup

(Not responsible for lost or stolen guns)

APRIL 14 & 15, 2017

Friday, Dec. 23, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, April 14, 3-9 p.m.

Saturday, April 15, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

AMERY ICE ARENA 1065 RiverPlace Drive, Amery

Enjoy a great hockey game with Amery Alumni and help raise the funds to award educational scholarships.

For Table Rental contact Bob W. at 715-607-0379 Table Fees - 8 ft. $25.00

Admission $3 adults, $2 students, 6 & under free

The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts presents

“Joy to the World!”

Our annual concert of favorite readings and audience sing-along carols accompanied by the Northern Lakes Chamber Orchestra..

Your support is appreciated for this effort.

Hockey Alumni interested in playing please contact Andrea Legut andrealegut@ yahoo.com, phone 715-781-0710 or Annette Elkin 715-268-9126

Saturday, December 17 - 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

Coming to the Amery High School Auditorium for

One Night Only

Tuesday, December 20

7:00 pm

A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas

In their hardest winter ever, Charles Ingalls backtracks his family to Burr Oak, Iowa, to take over the running of a hotel. When wealthy Mrs. Starr asks for Laura as a companion to read to her in the afternoons, Laura is overjoyed to be invited into such a fine house, but when she overhears Mrs. Starr offer to adopt Laura as her own daughter to ease the burden of so many children, Laura is worried that Ma and Pa will give her up.

As Christmas morning approaches, Laura is faced with a decision: Will she choose what she believes is best for the family or will she find a way to stay with Pa, Ma, Mary and Carrie?

Tickets

$26.00 for Adults or $13.50 for Youth (ages 5-25)

Amery students in grades 3, 4, 5 & 7 will have the opportunity to see the show during the school day Flex pass eligible To reserve tickets, visit FestivalTheatre.org or call 715.483.3387 or email

festivaltheatreboxoffice@gmail.com This original play presents the poignant story of the "missing" two years in the life of the Ingalls family—the only substantial period that Laura chose not to write about in her Little House books.

Told with period songs, humor and depth of character, A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas tells a story

Oh Good Gravy Look Who’s 80!

Please help Doug Gilbertson celebrate his 80th Birthday Saturday, Dec. 17th, 2016 at 7 Brothers Bar & Grill in Clayton

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No gifts please

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AREA BOWLING SCORES

Club 53 Bar & Lanes, Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Tac Two ............................................150.5 Shoreview .......................................109.5 Division 2 Amery True Value .........................138.0 Dick’s Fresh Market ...................... 122.0 High games: Gary Nottom 218213, Jim Swanson 214, Rod Gehrman 211, Todd Zemke 209-202, Chris Wolter 202.

High series: Gary Nottom 616, Jim Swanson 604, Rod Gehrman 596, Todd Zemke 591.

TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Northwest Communications ....148.5 Club 53 ...............................................123.5 Division 2 Chet Johnson Drug .......................138.0 Waterside .........................................107.0 High games: Will Schaffer 246235, Bryan Melberg 241, Bill Peterson 233-204, Randy Olson 226, Wade Prindle 219, Scott Sorensen 216-215, Andy Peterson 212, Chad Elmer 203.

High series: Will Schaffer 665, Bryan Melberg 629, Scott Sorensen 624, Bill Peterson 603, Andy Peterson 568, Randy Olson 551.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Preferred Lawn...............................118.0 Amery Fire Department .............. 115.0 Division 2 Lamperts ......................................... 139.5 Club 53 .............................................. 134.5 High games: Dave Fox 259-205, Beau Gorres 254-242-201, Steve Waterman 224, Cody Fansler 214, Jerod Wollan 214-213-209, Denis Carteron 211, Nick Lauterbach 201.

High series: Beau Gorres 697, Dave Fox 652, Jerod Wollan 636, Adam Witthoft 560, Denis Carteron 556.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY NIGHT WOMEN Division 1 Club 53 .............................................. 156.5 Northwest Communications .....132.5 Chet’s ...................................................91.5 Division 2 Amery Fire Dept. ........................... 138.5 Amery Hospital ............................. 134.5 Bremer .............................................. 126.5 High games: Gwen Wold 213, Karen Gorres 176, Janet Martinson 169-167-153, Cindy Hardina 164-152, Sherry Martin 164, Michelle Webb 162-150, Andrea Karpenski 162, Katie Lauterbach 160, Marcia Clark 158152, Sid Jones 157, Bette Elmer 150.

High series: Janet Martinson 489, Gwen Wold 452, Sherry Martin 445, Katie Lauterbach 443, Michelle Webb 442, Marcia Clark 440, Karen Gorres 434, Cindy Hardina 433.

PREP LEAGUE Games over 75: Travis Vierkandt 84-89-89.

YOUTH LEAGUE Games over 100: Alexa Dieckman 121-122, Ryan Karpenske 104113, Charlie Flanum 108-113-140, Jake Mahoney 101-119-119.

“AT THE HEAD OF THE CATTAIL TRAIL”

Annual Christmas Party

Saturday, Dec. 17, 7 p.m.

SNACKS • DRINK SPECIALS • DOOR PRIZES

FRIDAY FISH FRY

Join us for Lunch or Dinner

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Established 1995

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MONDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Countyline Dairy..................................74 Spare Time Bowl..................................71 Becker’s Truckin...................................67 Bye ............................................................12 Division 2 Bowlin Buddies...................................94 No Wicks Moravit ............................... 59 Austad’s Super Valu............................51 Clear Lake Auto ..................................40 High game: Connie Graber 223, Laurel Cap 210, Gwen Johannsen 178, Karen DeGolier 174, Brenda Levine 170, Lori Larson 168, Katie Husnick 163, Debbie Anderson 162, Kathy Eggers 161, Marlys Laurtisen 153, Virginia Carlson 153.

High series: Laurel Cap 585, Conie Graber 511, Lori Larosn 485, Brenda Levine 479, Debbie Anderson 461, Gwen Johannsen 455, Karen DeGolier 448, Judy Ullom 446, Kathy Eggers 433, Sheila LaBlanc 429.

SENIOR’S Alley Kats...........................................42.0 Tom Kats............................................ 37.0 Kool Kats ...........................................34.0 Handy Kats .......................................33.0 Top Kats .............................................33.0 Leinie Kats..........................................31.0 Old Kats..............................................25.0 Bad Kats.............................................25.0 High game, men: Bill Pickard 227, Jim Glowe 214, Jerry Schmidt 195, Jim Pickard 192, Hjalmer Gerloff 190, Davie Yeske 176, Bud Merriman 165, Ralph Kolstad 163, Harvey Becker 163, Bill Gelting 162.

High game, women: Carol Hannula 148, Judy Benes 143, Sandy Berglund 142, Betty Duenow 130, Jinnie Lietzow 96.

High series, men: Bill Pickard 609, Hjalmer Gerloff 554, Jim Glowe 539, Jim Pickard 536, Bill Gelting 469, Davie Yeske 459, Jerry Schmidt 453, Harvey Becker 440, Don Deedon 437, Conrad Kellermann 430.

High series, women: Sandy Berglund 410, Carol Hannula 401, Judy Benes 383, Betty Duenow 354, Jinnie Lietzow 266.

TUESDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Nordquist Trucking............................60 Red Cedar Accounting .......................57 Range Fire Dept. .................................48 Sexy Mama’s .......................................44 Division 2 Charlie’s Place ..................................... 70 Sare Time ............................................. 63 The Dead End’s ................................... 58 True Value.............................................48 High game: Laurel Cap 213, Lori Larson 188, Renee Glowe 181, Duffy Prusak 181, Evelyn Nordquist 177, Kimberly Elwood 175, Sandra Heppner 174, Sherri Munkelwitz 169, Cheryl Harshman 168, Debra Johnson 165, Talea Schneider 165.

High series: Laurel Cap 594, Renee Glowe 518, Lori larson 504, Sherri Munkelwitz 480, Kimberly Elwood 473, Mitzi Hawkins 461, Cheryl Harshman 449, Evelyn Nordquist 446, Carol Peetz 445, Duffy Prusak 440.

SPARE TIME MEN’S Division 1 Spare Time......................................267.5 Hoff’s Construct ...........................228.0 Scheps Dairy ................................... 227.5 Anderson Storage .......................209.5 Division 2

7 Brothers .......................................290.5 Austad’s Super Valu.....................272.0 Perfect Image ............................... 270.0 Floor’s & More ................................ 241.0 Division 3 Narrows Waterfront ................... 254.5 Danca’s Kar Korral ........................222.5 Grosskreutz Crop...........................184.0 Sanmina .......................................... 175.0 Division 4 Busy B’s ...........................................228.0 Hotel Bar & Grill ............................202.0 Elfers Resident...............................185.0 Lefty’s Hookers..............................183.0 High game: Jim Glowe 259, Ryan Johnson 245, Dewey Fansler 239, Chris Harmon 236, Dallas Solfest 234, Mark Pickard 229, Scott Veenendall 223, Skip Grosskreutz 222, Gary Warner 222, Jeff Becker 217, Mike Dietrich 216, Steve Arcand 215, Chuck Bier 215, Tom Grosskreutz 214, Ryan Monson 214, Kent Pickard 213, Brandon Anderson 210, JR Ecklor Jr. 210, Gary Nottom 206, Jim Becker 205, Sprout Molls 203, Bill Pickard 203, HB Becker 203, Pat Wick 203, Randy Bremness 202.

High series: Jeff Becker 628, Mark Pickard 617, Brandon Anderson 614, Gary Warner 610, Dewey Fansler 608, Skip Grosskreutz 595, Jim Glowe 592, Bill Pickard 585, HB Becker 585, Mike Dietrich 583, Tom Grosskreutz 579, Pat Wick 575, Ethan Kettenacker 571, Chris Harmon 569, Chuck Bier 565, Gary Nottom 561, Ryan Monson 560, Dallas Solfest 559, Tom Roessler 557, Ryan Johnson 553, Jim Becker 550, Scott Veenendall 546, Anthony Mizer 544, Hjalmer Gerloff 542, Darren Townsend 539, JR Ecklor Jr. 539

TAC-TWO • TAC-TWO • TAC-TWO • TAC-TWO • TAC-TWO

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An Amery Free Press Subscription makes a wonderful gift that last all year long!

Thank You for shopping and supporting Amery Community Club businesses!

Congratulations to the final week’s winners of the Amery Christmas Punch promotion.

Each will receive $50 Amery Scrip Money

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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

Free Community Holiday Ska3ng

Help Celebrate 40 years To celebrate the Holidays and the 40th anniversary of the Amery Youth Hockey Association we are opening the rink to the public for a Holiday Community Skate.

From 6 - 8 pm on December 28th come to the Amery rink for free skate rentals and access to the decorated indoor skating rink.

Free hockey jerseys to elementary school age children (while supplies last) Free hot drinks, holiday music, holiday movie and an outdoor bonfire sponsored by the Amery Fire Department.

Cookies and food available for purchase.

Please consider bringing a non-perishable food or cash donation that will be given to a local food shelf.

PHONE: 715-268-8101 | FAX: 715-268-5300

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FOR RENT 460 SF secure storage space

Rear Shoppes of Amery

$250 per month Call Nate @ 715-441-1423

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Bottom half of house on Harriman

Stove, refrig., washer, dryer. Two bedrooms, one bath, full basement. Garage. $600 + deposit.

You pay electric and share. You pay 2/3 of water, sewer & heat.

Remove snow from walks & mow lawn in summer. No dogs.

Call 715-268-8451 or 715-222-2653

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in Clear Lake Utilities included No pets Available NOW

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Amery Memory Care is looking for part time 3rd shift Resident Care Assistants Interested applicants please apply in person

215 Birch St. W, Amery

Classified

FOR RENT

Friday noon

The Amery Housing Authority is accepting applications for the Hi Rise, Waters Edge and Oakbrook facilities.

These one bedroom units are located in Amery by the North and South Twin Lakes.

Rent is based on 30% of your adjusted gross income.

Call 715-268-2500 for more details and an application or visit the website: www.ameryhousingauthority.org

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

Employment Opportunity GRAPHIC DESIGNER Sentinel Publications currently has an opening for a part-time Graphic Designer. The ideal candidate must be proficient with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.

The primary duties of the graphic designer are to create high quality, accurate and creative artwork in a timely manner to meet the needs of the clients and editorial staff. The graphic designer works closely with the sales staff to create, modify and update advertisements in time to meet advertising deadlines. The designer also works directly with the editorial staff to build the weekly newspaper. Editorial production includes laying out pages under the Sentinel’s style-guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Proficient with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator & Photoshop • Knowledge of Web design a plus • Excellent communication and time management skills • Good organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail • Ability to perform job responsibilities in a timely manner with minimal supervision • Flexibility in performing tasks outside of basic responsibilities Send your resume to: tstangl@theameryfreepress.com or mail to Sentinel Publications Attn: Tom Stangl P.O. Box 424 • Amery, WI 54001 Employment Opportunity GRAPHIC DESIGNER

1 BR apartment

Includes heat, water, sewer, garbage

Call Shirley 715-808-4060

Now Hiring!

Good Samaritan Society - St. Croix Valley, is now hiring a Cook.

AM & PM hours available.

Competitive benefits offered.

To find out more, visit good-sam.com/stcroixvalley.

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VETERINARY ASSISTANT Clear Lake Veterinary Service

Come Join our Team!

Call 715-263-3003 for more info or email resume to DrEngel@clearlakevet.com

Adoray Is Growing!

RN - Hospice

North Team (32 hours per week) 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

Home Health Aide Less than 20 hours per week

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of two years CNA experience in a hospital, LTC, Home Health, or Hospice setting. Should also have WI license These jobs require 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

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.

Golden Age Manor Nolato Contour is part of the medical division of Nolato which is a Swedish based company. Nolato has more than 8000 employees and 17 worldwide facilities specializing in the manufacturing of medical products, including implantable devices, www.nolato.com. Nolato Contour located in Baldwin, WI currently has an opening for:

Production Supervisor – Weekend Nights

3 – 12 hour shifts (Saturday, Sunday and Monday) Shift starts Friday night at 7:00 p.m. and finishes on Monday at 7:30 a.m.

Responsible for managing daily workflow, ensuring all production, quality and safety metrics are met. Plans, leads, coordinates and directs daily activities of team members to achieve established goals and objectives related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost. This position is responsible for hiring, training and maintaining employee performance records while ensuring a safe, clean and efficient work environment.

•Associates degree from a two-year college or tech school or two years related experience required. B.S. degree in business or engineering discipline desired.

•Previous experience in a high paced team environment.

•Four years’ experience in a production environment required.

•Experience in injection molding and medical manufacturing desired.

•Knowledge and experience in an ISO/FDA regulated environment desired.

•Leadership and decision making skills.

•Ability to set priorities to meet production demands and schedules.

•Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

If interested please send resume to: Nolato Contour Attn: Sue Miller – H.R. 660 VandeBerg Rd. Baldwin, WI 54002 Fax: 715-684-2705 Email: Sue.Miller@nolato.com

in Amery, WI would like you on our team!

Career Opportunity - RN– Overnight

Shift

Hours: 10:30pm-6:45am Starting Night Shift RN Wage: $26.86-$27.86/hr .8 position / 31 hours guaranteed per week with opportunity to pick up additional hours Deadline to apply: December 31, 2016

This position offers a comprehensive benefit package, including participation in the Wisconsin Retirement program for government employees, Paid Time off, and optional health, dental and vision insurance. Polk County promotes the health and well-being of their employees with opportunities to support your level of involvement in a Worksite Wellness Program. Call today with any questions.

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

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POSITIONS AVAILABLE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF AMERY CERTIFIED STAFF: Summer School Coordinator

Polk County offers careers that Matter Join us to make a difference, together we will strengthen our community!

CLUBHOUSE: Clubhouse Childcare Assistant Teachers and Substitutes

C ertified Nursing Assistant

SCHOOL NUTRITION: Substitute Cooks and Servers SUPPORT STAFF: Computer Technician, Academic & Behavior Intervention Paraeducator, Special Education Paraeducator, Substitute Paraeducators (4K, Office and Special Education) TRANSPORTATION: Bus and Van Driver Substitutes For further information on all of the positions listed above, go to WECAN https://services.education. wisc.edu/wecan/ and create an account.

Coaching positions are listed under Certified Staff and all others are listed under Support Staff. For information call 715-268-9771 x272.

TO APPLY: Complete application and provide 2 letters of recommendation on WECAN (https://services.education.wisc.edu/wecan/).

DEADLINE: Until Filled The School District of Amery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or part of an individual's income is derived from any public assistance program.

We cannot function without great employees - talented, caring professionals are rewarded with a great, competitive total rewards package.

Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer — Lime Quarry Full-time-Non-exempt Wage: Depends on Qualifications

Paid training available Are you looking for a new career path? Now accepting applications for individuals who want to become a certified nursing assistant.

To learn more and to apply online, visit good-sam.com.

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-G1204

Provides safe and efficient operation of equipment and general operations at the Lime Quarry located in Osceola; assisting with customers and maintenance of equipment. Requires a valid Wisconsin CDL license (minimum Class B) and certification of training from the Mine, Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Deadline to apply: December 27, 2016

Mechanic Technician/Driver/Operator — Recycling Center Full-time - Non-Exempt Position Starting Wage: $20.03

Golden Age Manor in Amery, WI would like you on our team!

CNA– New Positions Created 1. Monday-Thursday 4pm-9pm 20 hours per week, no weekends

2. Friday, Saturday & Sunday Only 12 hour shifts– 36 hours a week qualifies for full health insurance, PTO, etc.

Call 715-268-7107 with questions or apply online today and indicate what shift/position you are interested in!

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

Polk County is seeking a mechanic with a Wisconsin CDL (Class A preferred) and the experience/knowledge to perform preventive and predictive maintenance services, diagnostics & repairs on vehicles and equipment, as well as provide assist as general laborer and driving functions at our Recycling Center in St. Croix Falls.

Deadline to apply: December 21, 2016

Administrative Assistant — Treasurer’s Office Full-time - Non-Exempt Position Starting Wage: $17.39 Clerical/Technical position responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records of receipts & disbursements, while providing quality customer service. Qualifications include a minimum of a Associates degree, three years experience in bookkeeping or accounting, and a minimum of one year experience with legal property descriptions; or an equivalent combination. In addition, preference will be given for experience and knowledge of Town, Village and/or City assessments and tax roll procedures.

Deadline to apply: December 21, 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

Piping Plovers make comeback in Lake Superior Region MADISON - The successful nesting of piping plovers in Lower Green Bay for the first time in 75 years adds to Wisconsin's growing contribution to the recovery of the federally endangered shorebird in the Great Lakes and reflects partnership efforts to improve the tiny bird's nesting success.

In addition to the three chicks that fledged from Lower Green Bay this summer that were highlighted in a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, five other piping plover chicks fledged from Long Island along Lake Superior. Those chicks are the latest to fledge from that site over the last decade, according to Sumner Matteson, a Department of Natural Resources avian ecologist who works on the multi-agency Great Lakes Piping Plover Recovery Partnership.

"Having chicks hatch and fledge from Lower Green Bay and add to the success we've seen over the past decade along Lake Superior is very rewarding," says Matteson, who works for the DNR Natural Heritage Conservation program.

Any contribution of chicks is important because overall piping plover numbers in the Great Lakes region is still low and additional nesting sites are

important to growing the population.

Over the last 10 years, a total of 94 piping plover chicks have been produced at Long Island as concerted restoration efforts by the National Park Service, Bad River Band of the Lake Superior Chippewa, DNR, USFWS Piping Plover. Photo credit: Jack and The Nature Conservancy Batholmai. are paying off.

"This partnership between Wisconsin and the piping plothe agencies works really well," ver was added to the state ensays Lacey Hill Kastern, Bad dangered species list in 1979.

River wildlife specialist. "Ev- Across the Great Lakes region, eryone has their roles and it the loss of habitat caused numis really paying off not only to- bers to drop below 20 nesting ward the recovery efforts of the pairs region-wide before the Great Lakes piping plover pop- small shorebird was listed as ulation but also when it comes federally endangered in 1986.

With help from federal, state to education and outreach efforts in the local communities. and local partners, the number There are a lot of locals in the of breeding pairs in the Great area that look for updates ev- Lakes has climbed to 75, about ery summer on how these little half-way toward the regional recovery goal of 150 breeding shorebirds are faring."

Piping plovers once nested pairs, most of them in Michialong the shores of all the Great gan. Wisconsin has contributLakes but habitat loss, recre- ed up to six breeding pairs in ational pressure and predation recent years, with five breeding and contaminants likely con- pairs in 2016.

At the Apostles Islands Natributed to serious declines.

Typically, piping plovers need tional Lakeshore, the National large isolated beach and dune Park Service and Bad River habitats for their nesting and Band of Lake Superior Chippewa work together to protect chick rearing.

By 1948, only one pair of piping plovers and their nestplovers was known to nest in ing habitat, says Julie Van

Stappen, chief of planning and resource management at Apostle Islands National Lakeshore.

In recent years, the Bad River Band has overseen the plover monitoring effort.

Plover monitors are stationed on the island during the breeding season to keep track of how many breeding pairs are present and their nesting status, protect nesting areas from disturbance by people through visitor education, and place wire cages over the nests so the eggs are not eaten by predators like raccoons, coyotes and red fox, Van Stappen said.

Matteson leads efforts to place color-coded bands on the birds' legs so that they can be tracked in coming years to learn more about their survival, their migration routes and their habitats.

Now that piping plovers have been documented successfully nesting at the Cat Island restoration site in Lower Green Bay, partners at that site have been working to protect the nests from predators and to band the chicks.

Steve Choy, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service biologist involved in the project, says that nesting sites Wisconsin will become increasingly important as Great Lakes piping plovers

continue on the path to recovery and young plovers search for new areas to nest.

"Birds that are nesting at established sites such as Long Island and new sites like Cat Island are contributing to the growth of the Great Lakes population. As well, other sites in Wisconsin that are suitable for nesting plovers are currently being sought out or managed and protected to accommodate this increase in numbers locally and across the Great Lakes," Choy said.

Report sightings of banded piping plovers The public can help piping plover recovery efforts by reporting their sightings of piping plovers with metal and color bands on their legs. The color codes vary according to the location where they were banded. By getting reports of the birds' whereabouts, the recovery partners can better understand the birds' migratory routes, the habitats they use, and their survivorship.

For more information on piping plovers and how to report your sightings of banded piping plovers, go to the DNR website, dnr.wi.gov, and search "piping plover."

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Sounds of the Season It was a week of music at Amery School District, as the Amery third graders put on their concert Thursday evening, singing and dancing to the theme ‘Jingle Bell Jukebox.’

Sunday afternoon it was the High School’s turn, with performances by the High School Jazz Band, as well as concert and chamber choirs.

First name basis or number in the system?

Choose well.

Mary Beth Waldo, DNP, is now accepting new patients at the Cumberland Healthcare Turtle Lake Center.

The peace of mind that comes from highly skilled, compassionate care through every stage of life has found a new home in the Turtle Lake community.

Call 715.986.2022 to schedule an appointment.

To learn more, visit cumberlandhealthcare.com.

Cumberland Healthcare Turtle Lake Center 632 US Highway 8 Turtle Lake, WI 54889 715.986.2022 M-F: 8am - 5pm

Silence takes its toll.

Mental illnesses are common, with 1 in 4 people diagnosed at some point. Yet those with them often feel like an outcast. Let’s talk more, undo the silence, and make it ok.

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