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Loved ones shine on through tree COUNTRY

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS. COM

The Love Light Tree outside of Amery Hospital and Clinic is a unique opportunity to remember or honor loved ones at this special time of the year.

While doing so, you are also donating to the scholarship fund. Lights are purchased to remember or honor loved ones. “Red Bows” are added to the Love Light Tree in honor or remembrance of a military service man or woman.

The program originated in November 1987. It was the idea of Maria Karuschak who was the chair of Apple River Hospital Auxiliary. When the hospital opened its new building in 2007, a new Love Light Tree was designated in the location.

Since that tree has since grown so large, a smaller tree next to it now holds the beautiful holiday lights and bows.

Near the large tree sits a plaque in Karuschak’s

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Standing in front of the Love Light Tree are L-R: Debra Rudquist, CEO Amery Hospital and Clinic; Patti Johnson, Volunteer Partner; Peg Pechacek, Volunteer Partner and Keith Ruehlow, Pastor at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church.

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Amery Hospital and Clinics, as well as the organization’s Volunteer Partners currently support the program.

The special lighting ceremony is held on the second Thursday of December. Christmas carols, led by the Apple River Ensemble, follow

the ceremony. During the program, a booklet is given to attendees with a list of all of those being remembered and honored, as well as a list of donors.

Because of the generous support of the Love Light Tree project, each May eight scholarships in the amount of $4,000

are presented to local high school graduating seniors pursuing a career in healthcare.

The schools included are Amery High School, Clayton High School, Clear Lake High School, Luck High School, and Turtle Lake High School.

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The Christmas Story

St. Luke 2: 1-20 And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed.

And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.

And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.

And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; because he was of the house

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and lineage of David.

To be taxed with Mary, his espoused wife, being great with child.

And so it was, that, while they went there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.

And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.

And there were in the same

Community comments of concern and frustration opened the session of Monday night’s School District of Amery board meeting.

Larry Kressel was the first to speak his peace when he addressed the board and said, “There is a lot of concern in the community. There are many many rumors. I think we need some answers on what is going on.” While continuing to voice his frustration surrounding the mystery of the status of District Administrator James Kuchta, Kressel went on to say, “Like I said, there are THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 33,all 2222 rumors over. As far South as Kuchta VOL. 131 NO. 19 www.moraminn.com $1.00 anybody tell us Lacrosse. Can what is going on or don’t you want to tell us? Are there going to be open meetings? I think we all deserve some answers. Tonight would be a good time to start.”

Board President Chelsea Whitley responded to Kressel’s concerns saying, “I agree. I think the public does need to know and they will know, but unfortunately um… you know we are kinda under a… we can’t disclose anything right now, but we will let everybody know real soon.”

Kressel was not finished as he said, “Well it came out early on that Mr. Kuchta was out on medical leave, then he is out on administrative leave, no rhyme or reason has been given for this. He is just gone. Why? We need to know. You people were all elected by us taxpayers. This is not the time to sit here and be quiet. We need answers.”

“One of the reasons we can’t disclose anything right now is for the protection of Jim Kuchta,”

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Senior citizens share memories of Christmas

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Something that started as a religious holiday has taken on commercial significance.

From glitzy gift-wrapping to department store Santas and beyond, entrepreneurs and marketers have all played a roll. Large and small businesses each want their piece of the Christmas pie and to some of us maybe it has always seemed to be the way of the holiday season. A recent meeting with residents of Amery Memory Care, Golden Age Manor and Willow Ridge certainly proved otherwise as they shared their Christmas memories from years passed.

Karen Bunda spent her childhood years in Wauwatosa, WI. Her most cherished Christmas memories from her childhood years were when all 11 family members would pile into the family car to drive around and look at lights. They would sing carols and go to her grandparent’s home for Christmas dinner. When she was older and had children of her own, Bunda remembers times that she stayed up all night to get Christmas festivities ready for her boys.

Forrest Clark remembers the beautifully decorated tree that was near the stained glass window of their Michigan home. As a little boy he always wanted to know how

Santa could possibly get down the chimney, but year after year he never received an answer.

June Fitzer remembers Christmas’s with her family in Emerald. She remembers placing real candles on their tree and receiving meaningful homemade gifts. They would attend church at Midnight and have homemade pies. She shared that Christmas was just about being with her family.

Lucille Gust grew up on a farm in Deer Park. She was number six of the eight Warner kids who enjoyed putting candles on the family’s Christmas tree. “We made sure we had a bucket of water by the tree,” said Gust.

She shared that during the depression years they didn’t have much, but her parents tried hard to make Christmas special. Her mother would knit them mittens or scarves.

Sometimes they would receive a sled or skis, which would be for the whole family to share. It was a special treat when her Uncle in California would send them candy. Her parents served Lutefisk and cookies during the holiday.

She said that she did not like the fish, but she sure did like the baked goods. Gust said she and her husband Orville received one of their best gifts when their first son, Jerry was born the day after Christmas. They went on to

have four other children. Gust shared she enjoyed baking cookies with hers kids and going to candle light services with them at church.

Robert (Uncle Bob) Holm grew up third from the youngest of 13 children. He said it was tough times. They had a Christmas tree, but no lights, as there was no electricity.

Holm had older siblings that went to school until the eighth grade and then moved to work in the cities. His older siblings would come home with small gifts and his Aunt Edna mailed little presents too. He said, “Getting even the smallest items was very meaningful.” He said he never could figure out why the candy that they would receive in their Christmas stockings always happen to be the same kind of candy that they had in their house. One of Holm’s favorite memories was in fourth grade when he caught Santa changing clothes in the closet at the Sand Lake Schoolhouse he attended.

Gloria Huttel especially remembers Christmas 1958 in Japan as her father was stationed there for the Navy.

She really wanted a new bicycle and thought she had not received one. Her dad had her look around outside numerous times, and then she spotted her shiny new wheels.

Lynn Jones and her parents lived with her grandparents in Chicago as after WWII

there was much housing available. She remembers spending Christmas every year with her grandparents and asking if she could drink coffee. They would respond, “No. It will make your complexion dark.”

She shared that she was so blonde that you could see through her skin. “I would have enjoyed being a little darker quite frankly,” said Jones. During the holidays her grandma would do a lot of baking because in Norway at Christmas the tradition is to have 18 different cookies at Christmas. Jones shared that they would also dress her up, wearing little gloves and a hat to go to Marshall Fields. “It was so spectacular. There was a giant Christmas tree with huge glass blown ornaments and you could sit and eat lunch by it,” said Jones. Right around the corner was the toy department where she would give her Grandma ideas of the types of dolls she liked. Then they would go downstairs and buy socks. Her favorite toy she received was a paper blimp you could wind up and it would fly through the air.

Randy Jorstad said that when he was a young boy in Elk Mound, they would go to his grandparents where his grandmother would bake pies and make lutefisk and sweet soup. “All the good Norwegian stuff,” said Jorstad.

He said Christmases were

simple. He tried to keep that theme with his own kids. He said, “We tried to keep the tradition of what the true meaning was with church and Jesus.” He thinks it is important for people to be thankful and give to others, and wishes that lasted all year long.

Elois Lauck enjoyed spending time with her family on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. She thinks that family is what really what made that time of year so special.

Orvand Lien said Christmases growing up east of Reeve were COLD! He said they looked forward to Christmas Eve. That is the day they would celebrate with Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.

They would not put their tree up until that morning. Then they would decorate and put all of the packages under it.

They would go out and do all of their chores so that they could come in and eat Christmas dinner. It consisted of Lutefisk, lefse, mashed potatoes, and according to Lien, “A whole lot of melted butter.”

After supper they would very systematically hand out gifts.

Because he was the oldest, Lien got to read the names on the packages. One of his favorite gifts was Chinese checkers. He did find it strange that his Danish cousins had a tradition of dancing around the Christmas tree.

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responded Whitley. Kressel fired back with, “Well you are not doing a very good job of it by being quiet with all the rumors that are going around.

That man’s reputation has been tarnished beyond belief because nobody is saying what is going on. Is this what you people are out to do, destroy a man? It sure seems like it to me. I have heard there is going to be an open meeting, is that true?”

“Yes. There will be an open meeting. It is scheduled for

Jan. 7. It is not posted yet, as that is subject to change, but I doubt it. I think it is pretty set in stone. It is agreed upon by all of the attorneys and the board,” answered Whiltley.

“OK at least that is something positive for us,” said Kressel.

On a final note, Kessel said, “The way this has been handled is atrocious.”

Others echoed Kressel’s thoughts when they stated their opinions on the matter.

Dr. Don Niccum approached the podium and said, “I was on the board (school board)

for nine years. I don’t know how many taxpayers are in this school district, but I think we all want to know what the hell is going on here.

It hasn’t been a week or two; it has been a long time. If you have evidence against this man, we want to know what the hell it is. You are not helping the school district the way you are handling this. When it is all over, I will apologize if we are all wrong, but right now we just want to know what is going on underground here.”

Chelsea Whitley responded,

“Just to comment on that. It was his (Kuchta) attorney’s request for the delay. We wanted to get this resolved within a week.”

Marv Nevela, who was a teacher in Amery for over 30 years, was the next to speak.

Nevela expressed that Kuchta was part of a group that he has coffee with. “He deserves a fair chance at getting his job back,” said Nevela.

Gary Ganje finished up the round of community comments. Ganje taught in the school district for 30 years. “Jim is a member of

our church and as a fellow member, I feel it is important for Jim to know that he has some support. There are some mysteries out there that these folks have already expressed and we need to find out what they are. A family has been demolished, and I think we have to do everything that we can to piece that back together again. I am sure that at some point, the way it sounds, we are going to find out and I look forward to that,” said Ganje.

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country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.

And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them; and they were sore afraid.

And the angel said unto them, Fear not; for, behold, I bring you good tidings of

great joy, which shall be to all people.

For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.

And this shall be a sign unto you; You shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, Iying in a manger.

And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,

Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.

And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them in heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.

And they came with haste,

and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.

And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.

And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds.

But Mary kept all these things and pondered them in

her heart.

And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them. ~~ -John 3:16 For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

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DECEMBER 29 John Legut Memorial Cup Enjoy a great hockey game with Amery Alumni and help raise the funds to award educational scholarships on Saturday, December 29, 2018 at 6 p.m. at the Amery Ice Arena.

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

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Toys for Tots donation The Salvation Army recently donated $500 to the Amery Fire Department for Toys for Tots. Pictured L-R: Betty Collins, Dave Osero, Michelle Osero, Zachary Osero and Sherry Martin.

St. Croix Valley Spinners and Fiber Arts Guild Meet the third Wednesday of each month from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., often at the Amery Library. We spin, knit, weave, anything fiber arts related, and we welcome new members.

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Volunteers celebrate the season Amery Hospital volunteers near the Love Light Tree. L-R: Dick Scholz, Kathy Gehrman, Patti Johnson, Peg Pechacek, Dodie Scholz and Amy Johnson.

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Christmas is for children of all ages

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BY TOM STANGL FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK

Well, Christmas is knocking on our doors. I hope you are ready and are able to spend time with friends and family, which is the best gift one can receive. Throughout my newspaper career, I have run the following editorial, the most famous newspaper editorial of all time, reprinted here because it fits the season.

As children grow older and wiser, parents inevitably are faced with the question, “Is Publisher there a Santa Claus?” When Virginia O’Hanlon asked that Tom Stangl question of her parents in 1897, they suggested she write the New York Sun for an answer. She did, and Francis P. Church, a Civil War correspondent, wrote an editorial response which has become an American literary classic. Mr. Church died in 1906. The New York Sun closed its doors in 1950. Virginia O’Hanlon Douglas died in 1971 after a distinguished career as a teacher and administrator in the New York City school system. However, the letter from Virginia, and Mr. Church’s response, will live forever as a part of our Christmas heritage. It is still a wonderful answer to a very difficult question.

Dear Editor: I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says, “If you see it in The Sun it’s so.” Please tell me the truth: is there a Santa Claus? - Virginia O’Hanlon Virginia, your little friends are wrong. They have been affected by the skepticism of a skeptical age. They do not believe except they see. They think that nothing can be which is not comprehensible by their little minds. All minds, Virginia, whether they be men’s or children’s are little.

In this great universe of ours man is a mere insect, an ant, in his intellect, as compared with the boundless world about him, as measured by the intelligence capable of grasping the whole of truth and knowledge.

Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give to your life its highest beauty and joy. Alas! How dreary would be the world if there were no Santa Claus! It would be as dreary as if there were no Virginias. There would be no childlike faith then, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence. We should have no enjoyment, except in sense and sight. The eternal light with which childhood fills the world would be extinguished.

Not believe in Santa Claus! You might as well not believe in fairies! You might get your papa to hire men to watch in all the chimneys on Christmas Eve to catch Santa Claus, but even if they did not see Santa Claus coming down, what would that prove? Nobody sees Santa Claus, but that is no sign that there is no Santa Claus. The most real things in the world are those that neither children nor men can see. No Santa Claus!

Thank God, he lives, and he lives forever. A thousand years from now. Virginia, nay, ten times ten thousand years from now, he will continue to make glad the hearts of childhood.

From The New York Sun, September 21,1897 To our valued friends, subscribers and advertisers, best wishes for a happy holiday season - Merry Christmas!

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.

The greatest gift of all

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPR ESS.COM

A few Fridays ago, I was at Barron High School to watch my godson play basketball. As I was walking into the gymnasium, a glass case hanging on the wall caught my eye.

It was not filled with trophies, but in my opinion it’s contents were much more valuable.

Perched above Editor the case were the cut out letters, April Ziemer “Take what you need.” Inside of the case were post-it-notes with a variety of messages on them. Some read, “Keep smiling,” “Don’t give up…BELIEVE,” “You’ve got this,” and “You matter.”

Students can simply swing open the door on the case and grab a note to post in their own locker when they are in need of an uplifting message. In return, pupils can write their own message to hang in the case for a classmate to take when they are in need.

This is an impressive gift that the students are sharing with each other. A gift of words is quite powerful. Words have energy and power. Words have the ability to help, to heal, to hurt, to harm, to humiliate and to humble. So often

we chose to misuse our most powerful asset. To see the students at Barron High decide to use words to uplift instead of tear down will make a positive impact on their entire student body and community at large.

A gift of words is quite powerful. Words have energy and power.

Words have the ability to help, to heal, to hurt, to harm, to humiliate and to humble.

Barron is certainly facing highs and lows in their small town like never before. Sadly day after day passes with worry and heartbreak over missing Jamye Closs.

Two months after her disappearance, family members and others from the Barron community released balloons last Saturday near a lit up 16-foot tree decorated with words such as “pray for Jayme.”

Monday mornings used to be met with moans and groans, and are now a day of excitement and encouragement. Monday is the day that Barron native Chris Kroeze competes on NBC’s The Voice.

Social media is filled with words of support to let Kroeze know that he has many fans wishing him

nothing but the best for his weekly performance.

I recently read online that a Barron resident said, “When something happens to one person around here, it happens to everybody.”

That is certainly true. These people are sticking together in sorrow and joy; providing strength and comfort to one another. They have the thought that by sticking together and supporting each other the community will prosper.

Without words, a thought can never become a reality.

As we head into the week of Christmas I strongly encourage each of us to do something that is normally considered a faux pas… re-gifting.

In Barron there is re-gifting going on and on and on. Take the gift of words received and pass it on to friends, family, co-workers and strangers. Spread the encouragement, hope, inspiration, enthusiasm, peace and compassion.

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

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

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Gov. Walker defends, signs Republicans’ lame-duck legislation

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Republicans at the Capitol are trying to counter the narrative that the lame-duck bills passed by the GOP are a power grab meant to undermine incoming Democrats Tony Evers, the future governor, and Josh Kaul, the next attorney general.

And the leading voice for Republicans is outgoing Gov. Scott Walker, who on Friday signed the three bills into law.

Walker on Dec. 11 said the lame-duck legislation doesn’t amount to “a fundamental shift in powers” away from Evers and Kaul. During the signing ceremony Friday in Green Bay, Walker told reporters “the overwhelming executive of authority I have as governor today will remain constant with the next governor.”

Criticizing the “huge misinformation out there” about the bills, Walker told reporters at a stop in Pewaukee that Evers would still have authority to appoint cabinet officials, offer a biennial budget and wield a powerful veto pen, adding:

“none of that goes away.”

“So for all this hype and hysteria, much of which I think is driven by fundraising for political purposes, the bottom line is there’s not a fundamental shift in powers, no matter what happens with this legislation,” he said.

Walker’s comments came after he issued a statement hinting at his support for some of the extraordinary session bills. He also said he shut down suggestions from lawmakers to go after the governor’s sweeping veto powers in the extraordinary session bills.

“I said, ‘No, I would not support that. There’s no way I would support that, because that would take power away from the governor,’” he said.

Walker signed all three bills in their entirety, despite suggesting he’d “most likely” use his line-item veto power on parts the bills that cleared the Legislature amid controversy and after an all-night session.

One veto Walker said he had been considering was altering language that would give the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. board the power to pick the CEO, he said. Evers’

ability to appoint the agency head would be restored Sept. 1.

Walker said Evers raised the issue in a call between the two.

And Walker said he had “concerns” with provisions surrounding Medicaid, though he didn’t elaborate. The legislation includes language that would codify the implementation of a waiver to make changes to the state’s program.

Health care organizations warned the changes could lead to “unforeseen implementation challenges” that could harm the program and its members.

Walker wrote in a social media post his criteria for signing the extraordinary session bills Republicans approved included if they improved transparency, increased accountability, affirmed stability and protected taxpayers.

In a Facebook post, Walker argued the “new governor” would still have significant powers if he signed the bills.

Walker wrote that includes the broadest line-item veto of any governor, the ability to make appointments, sign off on administrative rules and pardon convicted felons, among other things.

“Let’s set the record straight — the new governor will still have some of the strongest powers of any governor in the nation if these bills become law,” Walker wrote to open the post.

Britt Cudaback, a spokeswoman for Governor-elect Tony Evers, said Walker knows voters “demanded a change” on Nov. 6 and urged Republicans to “stop putting politics before people and to start working together with the incoming Evers administration on the pressing issues facing our state.”

“Governor Walker knows this and needs to decide whether he wants the final act of his legacy to be overriding the will of the people,” she said.

Walker highlighted four provisions in the post in describing his criteria: » He wrote it seemed “reasonable” for the public to know if a convicted felon is pardoned by the governor. » He wrote it “makes sense” that lawmakers should “have some say in how the state might spend a multi-million legal settlement.” One provision would require the attorney

general to submit settlements to the Legislature for review. » He also wrote it “makes sense” to put in statute waivers the state received from the federal government. » Walker also signaled support for a provision that would make clear new revenue from online sales would go to income tax reductions.

The 2013-15 budget included a provision saying revenue from some online sales would go to tax cuts if Congress approved states collecting the money from retailers that don’t have a physical presence in their jurisdictions. But the collections were approved by a U.S. Supreme Court decision.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Remember the reason for the season To the editor, I sat down and started writing out some Christmas cards today and I even put on some Christmas music. Do you remember the real Christmas music that we learned to sing in music class in (public) school back in (my) day?

Songs that actually pertained to the season of Christmas. You now, when Christ was born! Back then we would put on Christmas concerts and kids and parents loved them. It was the only time of the year that I actually liked going to music class. I still can’t play a flutophone and I almost flunked music

class because of that.

Many years ago, in Washington D.C., where all of the wise people go to rule our nation, some Grinch decided they did not like Christmas music about the birth of Jesus Christ. They got a bunch of like-minded politicians and judges and lawyers together and decided to prohibit Christian music in public schools and other public places.

The reasoning behind this was related to the separation of church and state.

I guess they felt a group of third graders singing Christmas songs presented some threat to the national security

Explain your vote To the editor: America’s Constitution created a republican form of government in which power rests with voters. Voters elect representatives to make and carry out policies.

Wisconsin uses this same system.

Our legislative process typically involves members of both major parties, and seeks the opinion of citizens when making laws.

Wisconsin’s Republican legislators often ignore these sound practices, especially if Republican power is threatened. In 2010 they held secret meetings, excluding any Democratic or public participation, and created gerrymandered districts that virtually guarantee Republicans legislative control.

In November Democrats swept all of Wisconsin’s statewide offices. Republican legislators went into stealth mode again. Meeting in secret, and without either Democratic or public participation, they hatched a scheme to take

of our nation and apparently they still believe this.

Do I even have to mention which party pushed this? It’s the same party who does not want to secure our borders because they feel that letting millions of undocumented aliens come into our country does not pose a threat to our national security.

I am here to tell you that Christmas is not just any “holiday”. If you do not want to celebrate the birth of Christ, then don’t. Go to work instead! Don’t attempt to change the meaning of Christmas and lie to yourself and

Christmas Spirit powers from Tony Evers, powers which in some cases they had cheerfully granted to Scott Walker . They also limited powers of the Attorney general, reduced access to voting, and allowed legislators to use taxpayer funded attorneys if they act in an illegal or unethical manner.

Republican Assembly members Adam Jarchow, Rob Stafsholt, and Shannon Zimmerman supported the power grab in Madison.

They all need to explain, not with Republican talking points, but with honest answers, why this was a good idea. Not for the Republican party, but for the citizens of Wisconsin. I have heard all of them profess that they work for the people and want to work with Democrats to solve problems. Talk is cheap, they need to be judged by their actions, which voters need to remember in 2020.

Kerry Kittel New Richmond, WI.

To the editor: This past weekend the spirit of Christmas was shining brightly in Amery through the Secret Santa Program. Area churches, businesses and individual families adopted 101 local families to assist them this holiday season. Each family received a ham and milk coupon, courtesy of Dick’s Fresh Market and Ulrich Farms, along with gifts for under the tree.

It was so rewarding to see people drop off the gifts and share how much they or their children enjoyed shopping for and sharing Christmas with others. In turn, it was heartwarming and a little teary eyed as families came to pick up their gifts as they were beyond thankful and appreciative.

Thank you Amery for sharing the spirit and meaning of Christmas with 254 kiddos and once again proving we are one of the best communities in Wisconsin!

Linda Kuchermeister Secret Santa committee member

your kids as to what Christmas is about. Our nation was built on the cornerstone of Christianity yet we have politicians and others fighting against it every day. I am here to tell you that our nation is not becoming a better nation. Our people are not becoming a better people. We need to rethink how we elect people and especially who we elect and we need to remember that Jesus is the only reason for the Christmas season.

Merry Christmas.

Thomas Wulf New Richmond, WI.

Not a thumbs up To the editor: Given the recent actions in Madison, if I were a cartoonist my drawing would look something like this: There is a man in a nice suit. On the lapel of his suit is a GOP button. Facing this man is another man we’ll call “regular joe.” On the breast pocket of “regular joe’s” t-shirt is an “I voted” sticker, you know, the kind you get after you cast your ballot at your local precinct. The man in the suit has his arm raised towards “regular joe” his fist tightly clenched, with the exception of one finger.

For the record: The thumb is generally not considered a finger.

What do you think?

John Salwei Amery

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No contest plea in hit and run

BY TOM STANGL TSTANGL@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

The man accused hitting and causing the death of a pedestrian in Amery on Feb. 9, 2018 has pled no contest to charges.

Michael S. George pled guilty Dec. 17 to a hit and run accident that involved a death, a felony.

George The criminal complaint states that George struck Lisa Anne Allen at approximately 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 9 while she was crossing Keller Ave. at Center St. Allen died on Feb. 11 as a result of her injuries.

According to witness accounts, George was traveling southbound on Keller at approximate-

ly 30 m.p.h. when Allen walked into the street and was struck just off the crosswalk, rolling onto the hood of George’s Saturn.

George continued to drive south on Keller, turning onto Bridge Street.

A witness followed George’s vehicle to Bridge Street, where he exited the vehicle, removed the pedestrian’s purse and scarf from his vehicle, handing them to the witness who had followed him. He assured the witness that he was returning to the scene of the accident.

George’s vehicle was located two and a half hours later by police in Woodville at a hotel off I-94.

Amery Police officers went to Woodville and interviewed George, who admitted to hitting a lady, claiming that she had jumped out in front of his vehicle. George told the officers that

he stopped after driving around the block. He told the people who stopped behind him that he would need to follow them because he could not see through his windshield. George claimed the persons went the opposite way and that was why he ended up in Woodville. He told the officers he planned on returning to Amery the following day.

George denied drinking before the accident and told officers he had two beers before they arrived. His preliminary breath test was .11.

George has remained in custody since the incident. Two pre trial conferences have been scheduled in the past 10 months before George pled no contest to the charges.

A sentencing hearing is scheduled for March 22.

Polk County arrest report Tammy J. Osborne, 43, Dresser, was arrested December 9 for a probation hold.

Hans Z. Willis, 33, homeless, was arrested December 6 for six Eau Claire warrants.

Gabriel Michael Gust, 45, Rush City, MN, was arrested December 6 for a felony warrant.

Candis Ellie Ohs, 24, Oakdale, MN, was arrested December 5 for a failure to appear warrant.

Mercy Weber, 37, Osceola, was arrested December 6 for OWI (2nd).

Paul Donald Hoover, 31, Taylors Falls, MN, was arrested December 5 for OWI (2nd) and operating with a prohibited alcohol content.

Ridge Donavan Mosay, 28, Balsam Lake, was arrested Decem-

ber 4 for OWI (2nd) with child, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and a probation hold.

Kara Renee Lowe, 28, Cumberland, was arrested December 9 for obstructing an officer and a Sawyer County failure to appear warrant.

Michael James Frank, 20, homeless, was arrested December 9 for trespassing, possession of methamphetamine paraphernalia, possession of methamphetamine and a probation hold.

Aaron Christopher Braddix, 22, Luck, was arrested December 8 for a felony warrant, possession of methamphetamine, possession of methamphetamine paraphernalia and a probation hold.

Timothy Lee Breland, 25,

Clayton, was arrested December 8 for a domestic violence simple assault.

Banden James Nellessen, 32, Centuria, was arrested December 6 for a probation hold, operating after revocation and open intoxicants.

Jade Marie Berry, 23, Clear Lake, was arrested December 6 for domestic disorderly conduct.

Frankie Levon Milsap, 29, Altoona, was arrested December 4 for domestic battery, felony bail jumping, domestic disorderly conduct and theft.

Richard James Rindal, 49, Amery, was arrested December 3 for operating after revocation and failure to install ignition interlock device.

Polk County Circuit Court Appearance Date: November 13, 2018 Sawyer Lucas Hageny, 20, Stone Lake, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Chloe Ann Hicks, 18, Luck, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Dylan Richard Hofer, 20, Siren, OWI (1st), $937.50; operating while suspended, $200.50.

Corey Ellen M. Isker, 36, New Richmond, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Mark Glen Jorgenson, 44, Amery, failure to yield right of way, $175.30.

Lakes Mechanical, Chisago City, MN, vehicle equipment violations - group 2, $200.50; violate regulations for unified carrier registration system, $200.50.

Lucas Dale Lerew, 38, Dresser, operate without valid license (1st), $200.50.

Nicholas P. McDonald, 21, River Falls, worthless check - public protection and safety, $263.50.

Aidan James Miers, 18, Stansfield, MN, place/possess/trans-

port loaded firearm in vehicle, $258.10.

Alexis Delores Murphy, 19, Amery, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Joshua J. Richardson, 38, Luck, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Jonathan G. Schuh, 39, St. Paul, MN, failure to notify police of accident, $389.50; inattentive driving, $187.90.

Nicholas Lawrence, 27, Clayton, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Donald E. Schwartz, 51, St. Paul, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Nicholas Alan Strandmark, 29, Chisago City, MN, fishing without a license, $232.90.

Tiffany Lynn Talbot, 35, Centuria, fraud on gas station, $358.

Trey Michael Tisdale, 17, Milltown, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Charles M. Torrance, 74, Balsam Lake, damage to natural resources, $244.25.

Joey A. Tucker, 30, St. Croix

Falls, operating without proof of insurance, $10.

Menoka Renee Veldey, 50, Blaine, MN, failure to yield right of way, $175.30.

Barbara Jill Ward, 40, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Cory R. Williams, 30, Balsam Lake, operating with PAC >=0.08, <0.15 (1st), $937.50.

Appearance Date: November 20, 2018 Bernard George Bielke, 69, Edina, MN, riding on boat decks/ gunwales, $232.

Benjamin R. Broten, 19, Luck, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Damaris E. Campeau, 36, operate without valid license (1st), $200.50; non-registration of auto <10,000 lbs, $175.30.

Andrew Joseph Christner, 19, Cumberland, operating without insurance, $200.50.

Angela J. Demarre, 33, Webster, non-registration of auto <10,000 lbs, $175.30.

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Amery Police Report 12/07/18 -12/13/18 12/07/18, 03:05 a.m., Assist other agency 12/07/18, 07:55 a.m., Juvenile call 12/07/18, 08:12 p.m., Juvenile call 12/08/18, 12:23 a.m., Traffic stop 12/08/18, 12:54 a.m., Mental health call 12/08/18, 08:18 a.m., Traffic stop 12/08/18, 08:50 a.m., Animal control call 12/08/18, 02:01 p.m., Alarm 12/08/18, 03:17 p.m., 911 hang up 12/08/18, 04 p.m., Assist citizen 12/08/18, 05:51 p.m., Traffic stop 12/08/18, 06:20 p.m., Drug activity 12/08/18, 10 p.m., Assist citizen 12/08/18, 10:14 p.m., Traffic complaint 12/09/18, 03:10 a.m., Assist citizen 12/09/18, 07:52 a.m., Alarm 12/09/18, 07:56 a.m., Assist other agency 12/09/18, 08:50 a.m., 911 hang up 12/09/18, 02:22 p.m., Animal control call 12/09/18, 07:50 p.m., Welfare check 12/09/18, 09:57 p.m., Traffic stop 12/10/18, 04:20 a.m., Suspicious activity 12/10/18, 05:05 a.m., Assist other agency 12/10/18, 07:51 a.m., Juvenile call 12/10/18, 08:35 a.m., Vandalism report 12/10/18, 10:04 a.m., Juvenile call 12/10/18, 11 p.m., Disturbance 12/10/18, 04:41 p.m., Traffic stop 12/10/18, 05 p.m., Vandalism 12/10/18, 05:15 p.m., Assist other agency 12/11/18, 10:12 a.m., Assist citizen 12/11/18, 12:37 p.m., Assist EMS 12/11/18, 12:48 p.m., Assist EMS 12/11/18, 06:57 p.m., Harassment report 12/11/18, 07:15 p.m., Mental health call 12/12/18, 07 a.m., K9 unit assist to New Richmond 12/12/18, 02:20 p.m., Suspicious activity 12/12/18, 07:16 p.m., Assist citizen 12/12/18, 07:45 p.m., Theft report 12/13/18, 11:22 a.m., Disturbance 12/13/18, 12:55 p.m., Juvenile call 12/13/18, 02:15 p.m., Assist citizen 12/13/18, 02:32 p.m., Juvenile call 12/13/18, 06:16 p.m., Traffic stop 12/13/18, 08:30 p.m., Mental health call 12/13/18, 10:45 p.m., Traffic stop

ARRESTS Dylan Parris, 23 of Amery. Probation Hold

Polk County Marriage Licenses Jacob Robert Epeseth and Jaici Rae Vangsness were issued a marriage license on November 27.

Kristopher Aaron Johnson and Summer Eve Wallner were issued a marriage license on November 27.

Revey Reed Videen and Toni Kay Zillmer were issued a marriage license on November 27.

Joshua David Williamson and Emma Rachel Ewing were issued a marriage license on November 27.

Jesse Lee Wirth and Lori Marie Maas were issued a marriage license on November 27.

Alec Charles Carlson and Cassandra Ann Fencl were issued a marriage license on November 29.

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DECEMBER 18, 2018

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105 Years Ago December 18, 1913 Amery Has Fire Scare The fire company was called out Saturday morning at 3:00 o’clock to extinguish a blaze at the W. W. Stoppe residence.

The fire started in the basement, supposedly from the furnace and had gained considerable headway when the department arrived, but was confined to the basement and put out before any damage was done to the upper stories aside from smoke, which filled the house from cellar to garret to such an extent that the family (who were not awakened until the fire had Yesterday’s gained headway) were News obliged to get out of a second Diane Stangl story window.

Fortunately, with rare presence of mind, Mrs. Stoppe was able to lower her children and her sister to the ground, with a rope made from the sheets on their beds.

95 Years Ago December 20, 1923 Beautiful Window Displays The local merchants have never had such large stocks of Christmas merchandise and the taste and care shown in the beautiful window decorations and displays have never been equaled in this section.

The merchants invite everyone to come and look over their stocks whether you buy or not and it is really worth your time to see the mammoth stocks in every line.

Another Auto Victim Martin Johnson of route three had a serious accident while coming to Amery Friday morning. He was coming down the Seth Thompson hill when his car jack-knifed and turned turtle.

Mr. Johnson’s jaw and shoulder were broken and he was otherwise bruised, but he was up in time and had presence of wind and stamina enough to seize the rear wheel and stop the car from going to the foot of the hill.

He was given medical attention and taken to his home in the evening and is getting along a well as can be expected.

Chas. Holmgren was in the car with him at the time of the accident but escaped uninjured.

Judge Lynn Hurt While going down a hill near Trade Lake last Wednesday, Judge and Mrs. Carl M. Lynn had an accident, which might have proved very serious.

Thinking that he was going down hill too fast, the Judge applied the brakes, and without warning, the car turned and made two complete revolutions over an embankment.

similar tragic death in Rice Lake just two years ago in November. He was Arthur Penard, buttermaker at the Cameron creamery. He had sold insurance on the side, and was just getting into his car in Rice Lake when another car struck him. The accident occurred on a Saturday and he lived until Sunday afternoon.

The Judge was scratched and somewhat bruised, and Mrs. Lynn had several ribs broken but her injuries are not serious. One wheel was broken on the car.

New Hotel Proprietors Wm. A. Reynolds who has conducted the Hotel Hart for the past two years, relinquished his lease last week Wednesday and left a number of merchants and tradesmen without notice and without the formal payment contracted.

They were also delinquent to the hotel company for rent to the extent of some $600.

We are informed that Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Travis of Minneapolis have been secured to conduct the hotel and café and have already taken charge.

The new proprietors have had much experience in the hotel business and the travelling public is assured service and hospitality that have not been known for years at the Hotel Hart.

85 Years Ago December 21, 1933 Peanut Party A Success The Johnson Drug Company’s annual peanut party the last four days of last week was a grand success. The company gave away peanuts free if the youngsters would eat them in the building and throw the shells on the floor. They did AND HOW. One hundred pounds of peanuts were consumed and Mr. Johnson is using the shucks for fuel. He reports a very successful sale.

Amery’s Beautiful Holiday Streets Acting Mayor John Langenbach has sanctioned the turning on of the beautiful colored lights on main street and this with the lighted and decorative trees along the street and the beautiful community tree, also brilliantly lighted, makes Amery’s business street worth coming miles to see.

Another beautiful feature is the generally beautiful show window displays in this city.

The business places have gone to considerable pains and expense to dress their windows and all this gives the street a beautiful appearance.

80 Years Ago December 29, 1938 Burke Children Carried To Safety in Night Fire Fire, starting in the wall of the tower floor next to the chimney, threatened to destroy the B. Margolis & Son produce building about 11 p.m. Tuesday, and forced a family to flee in order to avoid death or injury by fire or suffocation.

Living upstairs in the Margolis building were Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Burke and their four children, Bonnie May and Devon Fay, four-year-old twins, Lyle two-years-old and Kendall, one-year-old. Bonnie

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There Wasn’t Any Snow For Santa’s Visit This was Santa’s mode of transportation into Amery a lot of years ago.

Driver of the pony express was Dr. Luther Toftness. You will note that the vehicle is a wagon and there was no snow on the ground in front of the Amery Theatre in that particular year.

May was ill at the time. All had gone to bed except Irvin.

Irvin noticed smoke coming up through the floor and ran to the Connors Cafe to turn in the alarm. He rushed back to the house and helped to bundle up his family. Mrs. Burke carried Bonnie May and the baby, Kendall, down the narrow steps and fainted as she reached the sidewalk. There Lyle Brandt and others carried the children and Mrs. Burke into the café. Others carried down the other two children as the flames raged into the upper floor.

Dr. K. K. Ford, hearing the alarm, went out to see the fire, and took the Burke family in his car to the home of Chet Burke, brother of Irvin. A Great Dane puppy, in the Margolis office, suffocated in the blaze, but a small white dog in the Burke apartment, was saved. The Great Dane dog was found dead Wednesday morning in the rear room of the produce building.

Fire Chief Leonard Grenz estimated the damage at between $800 and $1,000, but could give no official figure until a check was made of the losses. Irvin Burke had his household goods insured, but when he moved from the farm into town, he neglected to tell the insurance agent about it. The result is that Wednesday he didn’t know whether his policy would cover his losses or not.

Firemen were as much alarmed by the hydrant conditions as they were by the fire.

The hydrant just north of Connors Café leaked in three or four places when it was turned on and the pressure was not

very great from this hydrant.

B. Margolis and his son Mendel said Wednesday their plans are indefinite but that they planned to rebuild their building. Business will go on, however, in the two rear rooms of the office.

Christmas Eve Tragedy A Christmas Eve tragedy hit the Eugene Penard family north of Range Saturday afternoon about 5:30 p.m. when their son Rudolph Penard, 28, was killed instantly by a car driven by Earl Rice of Glendale, Calif.

The accident occurred about two miles east of Range as Penard, who had gone to Ladysmith to look for work, was enroute home for the holidays. He was walking on the pavement from Turtle Lake to Range when the Rice car struck him.

Rice said he was blinded by the lights of a passing car and did not see Penard.

Rudolph had left for Ladysmith several days before Christmas to work in the woods or in a mill there, but told his folks he would be home for Christmas. Whether he got work no one will know. He had begun his Christmas Eve trek home on foot from Turtle Lake, where he had presumably taken the train.

Richard Penard, riding with Gordon Bonsness and Ben Frederickson, came upon the accident, and did not know it was his brother. He stopped and Dr. I. L. Waterman, who was on the scene and had obtained Rudolph’s drivers license from his pocket for identification, told him.

Another Penard boy met a

In spite of the heavy snows of the past week, the illuminated skating rink on North Twin Lake just west of the high school is in excellent condition.

A warming house has been constructed by private funds and labor, and equipped with stove and lights so that the cold weather is no drawback to evening skaters as it has been heretofore.

Although the skating rink is now being maintained by private enterprise, members of the city council have expressed a willingness to help in its maintenance and this offer will be very welcome to the boys.

70 Years Ago December 9, 1948 Decorations Perk Up Avenue Lights and decorations have been installed along the “main stem” in Amery over the weekend and are doing their share to lend a festive air to the community.

Members of the Wisconsin Hydro crew made the installation on Saturday with a large Christmas tree being once more trimmed in the center of main street.

Shades of Good Old Summertime It’s pretty common knowledge that our weather has been exceptionally fine. Just how nice, most people can’t fully appreciate, but Mark Omer and his son Jack, have some idea following an experience on Saturday, December 4. On that date, while hunting squirrels, Jack killed a garter snake out wriggling around in the balmy weather.

Next thing you know, someone will come with roses in bloom or some such thing.

Letters to Santa…

Dear Santa Claus, I want a doll.

I want a doll buggy.

I want a broom.

From Sharon May Van Ruden Dear Santa Claus, I want a new sled.

I want a new doll.

I want a set of dishes.

I want a table and chairs.

Elaine Van Ruden Dear Santa: I want a cash register and doll and dishes. If I get these things I will try to be a real good girl.

Thank you, Santa Claus Lavonne Mary Peterson PS – I would like a blackboard too.

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MEMORIES: Seniors recall family traditions, gifts and gatherings FROM PAGE TWO

making popcorn balls and delivering them to her Polk County neighbors when she a little girl. She especially loved her father hooking up the horses and bells to the sleigh.

They would sit atop hay bales and ride in the cold by moonlight to her grandparents home 2 ½ miles away.

Sandy Olson was a little girl living in Tracy Minnesota who liked to participate in Christmas programs at school and church. She remembers drilling holes in their sparse Christmas tree to add in branches. They

went to a German church on Christmas Day where once a month services were conducted completely in German. She said Christmas was never big on gifts, many times they received mittens, but they never felt deprived. One year though, she received a 24inch life like doll. Olson said, “That was pretty memorable.”

Kathy Picotte said her father would gather them up to watch the stars and the reindeer at night. “Somehow when we were outside, Santa Claus would come,” said Picotte. Her grandparents lived on a farm about three miles away from their Milwaukee

home. They would visit them on Christmas day and get to spend a whole week there eating Norwegian goodies and having sleigh rides.

Ruth Rickson grew up in Rhode Island. She was one of 15 children being raised on the family farm. She said, “We were very poor. We had lots of food because we grew it all, but not much else.” She said they would go cut their own soft pine Christmas tree and make their own decorations. “We didn’t really get presents, but growing up with that many children, we had each other and didn’t know the difference really, we still

enjoyed Christmas.” She said she probably went overboard with her own children, because she never had anything, but she still had to shop the sales.

Patricia Siegert remembers getting socks and shoes for Christmas during her childhood years in Dublin, Ireland. She was so happy and surprised the year that her dad came home on leave from the British Army to spend Christmas together. She said that her Dad always asked the soldiers that had no place to go on the holidays to come home with him and enjoy dinner with their family.

When she had a family of her own with her husband Bob in the United States, she always had an open door policy, like her parents had, and welcomed in anyone who needed a place to celebrate. When she was about ten years old she received a scooter for Christmas, which she called, “A very nice surprise, although my sister wished she had gotten one.” Other favorite childhood Christmas memories included going go Midnight Mass. Her Christmas wish every year as an adult was, “Just for my kids to be happy,” shared Siegert.

Snowmobiles granted immediate access to Stower Trail

BY APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

In a memo sent out to Polk County surveyor Steve Geiger Dec. 13, Interim County Administrator Jeffrey Fuge has directed the Stower Seven Lakes Trail to be opened for snowmobile usage immediately.

Fuge stated, “This directive implements Fuge the County Board’s policy decision to use the trail for snowmobile usage as described and contained in the County master plan adopted by the County Board at its October 2018 meeting.”

The memo said that irrespective of

the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) review of the board’s approved plan, Polk County may implement snowmobile usage on the trail.

In a letter dated Nov. 30, 2018, WDNR provided the statement that WDNR does not approve those trail plans that are submitted to them. Fuge’s memo said, “I further note that WDNR has issued no directive or order that prohibits the County from operating the Trail for snowmobile use.”

Fuge went on to say that based upon language in the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) it is his conclusion that the County is obligated to manage, maintain and operate the Trail for recreational purposes.

“No language in the MOU ties operation of the Trail to any use, nonmotor-

ized, motorized or multiuse. While the County has the obligation to operate the trail and to engage in planning activities under the MOU, each such obligation is not inter-related to one another. Such obligations are distinction and separate,” said Fuge.

The memo states that because of the reasons mentioned and due to the fact that the County Board has already made the policy decision to manage, maintain and operate the Trail for snowmobile travel as an identified use, “it is not only necessary, but also appropriate for the Stower Seven Lakes Trail be open and implemented without delay for the 2018-2019 snow season.”

Fuge re-emphasized that this directive does not implement usage of the Trail for ATV or UTV usage. He said

that the County Board adopted the master trail plan with ATV/UTV use identified, but the resolution adopting the master trail plan conditioned implementation of ATV/UTV use on the County receiving a decision from the Federal Highway Administration that such usage would not require the County to repay grant monies received through programs administrated by the federal agency.

“Whether the ATV/UTV usage of the Trail is to be implemented will require additional County Board decision-making. Since the County has yet to apply for such decision,” said Fuge.

Wisconsin, Michigan Republicans enact lame-duck limits

BY SCOTT BAUER, DAVID EGGERT AND TODD RICHMOND ASSOCIATED PRESS

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Republicans in Wisconsin and Michigan enacted last-minute limits on Democratic power Friday, with outgoing GOP governors in both Upper Midwest states signing measures protecting their priorities before leaving office in less than a month.

Democrats derided the moves as desperate power grabs, while Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker and Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder downplayed the scope of their actions while defending their rights to do it.

“There’s a lot of hype and hysteria, particularly in the national media, implying this is a power shift. It’s not,” Walker said before signing bills that weaken powers of the incoming Democratic governor and attorney general and limit early voting to two

weeks before an election.

The push in both states mirrors tactics employed by North Carolina Republicans in 2016.

Snyder signed measures to significantly scale back citizen-initiated measures to raise Michigan’s minimum wage and require paid sick leave for workers, finalizing an unprecedented Republican-backed legislative maneuver that opponents blasted as shameful.

To prevent minimum wage and earned sick time initiatives from going to voters last month, GOP lawmakers approved them in September.

That allowed them to more easily alter the measures with simple majority votes rather than the three-fourths support that would have been needed if voters had passed the proposals.

The tactic — never done before — was pushed by the business community as necessary to avoid jeopardizing the

economy. But it was criticized as an unconstitutional attack on voters’ will at a time Republicans in Michigan are trying to dilute the powers of incoming elected Democrats.

Snyder signed the bills in private and issued a statement calling them a “good balance” between what the ballot drives proposed and what legislators drafted initially.

“They address a number of difficulties for job providers while still ensuring paid medical leave benefits and increased minimum-wage incomes for many Michiganders,” he said.

Walker traveled 130 miles from his Capitol office to sign the bills in Green Bay, a more conservative city far from the liberal capital of Madison where protesters converged on the Capitol to voice opposition to the lame-duck legislative session two weeks ago.

Just two hours later, a group run by former Demo-

cratic U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder announced it planned legal action to block the limitation on early voting.

Members of both parties, including Democratic Gov.elect Tony Evers and former Republican Gov. Scott McCallum, urged Walker to reject the legislation. Evers accused Walker of ignoring and overriding the will of the people by signing the bills into law.

“People will remember he took a stand that was not reflective of this last election,” Evers said. “I will be reviewing our options and do everything we can to make sure the people of this state are not ignored or overlooked.”

Walker, speaking after he signed the bills, brushed aside what he called “highpitched hysteria” from critics of the legislation. He said his legacy will be the record he left behind that includes all-but eliminating collective bargaining for public workers, not the lame-duck mea-

sures.

Walker’s signing of the bills came a day after he announced a $28 million incentive package to keep open a Kimberly-Clark Corp. plant in northeast Wisconsin. One of the lame-duck bills would prevent Evers from making such a deal, instead requiring the Legislature’s budget committee to sign off.

In Michigan, Democratic state Rep. Christine Greig blasted Snyder.

“With a flick of his lameduck pen, Gov. Snyder chose to rob the people of Michigan of the strong paycheck and good benefits they deserve,” she said in a statement. “It is shameful that this governor, who is just counting down the days to the end of his tenure, would use this opportunity to hurt the people of Michigan one last time.”

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AREA CHURCHES AMERY CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave. Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, Dec. 19: 10 a.m. Money Management; 11:30 a.m. Family Table Meal; 3:30 p.m. Homework and Hangout; 4:30 p.m. Confirmation Class; 5:45 p.m. Family Dinner and Christmas Celebration; 7 p.m. Money Management.

Thursday, Dec. 20: 8:15 a.m. Ministerium; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study.

Friday, Dec. 21: 9 a.m. Pastoral Leaders; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall Open.

Sunday, Dec. 23: 10 a.m. Worship/Christmas Fund Offering; 11:15 a.m. Missions and Social Concerns Meeting.

Monday, Dec. 24: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall Open; 2 p.m.

Barn Service at home of Mark Kopp and Debra Strodthoff; 4:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Family Service; 9:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service.

Tuesday, Dec. 25: Merry Christmas!

Wednesday, Dec. 26: No Pastor Hours Today.

AMERY FREE LUTHERAN, 1 mile west of golf course on CTH F, Eric Christenson, pastor www.ameryflc.org Every Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday School for ages 3-103; 10:15 Worship Service; 6 p.m. Small Group Bible Studies in homes.

Wednesdays: 9:30 a.m. Small Group Women’s Bible Study in home; 7 p.m. Youth Group and Small Group Bible Studies in homes.

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

APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY, 942 US Hwy. 8, Amery Justin Hosking, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages; 10:15 a.m.

Coffee and Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship.

Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study; 6:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study.

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

Friday: 8:45 a.m. M.O.P.S. BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor Wednesday, Dec. 19: 6-8 p.m. Confirmation Class: Movie “The Nativity Story”.

Monday, Dec. 24: 5 p.m. Candlelight Service at Balsam; 9 p.m. Candlelight Service 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, New Richmond Jack Philips, Evangelist, 715-497-7596 Sunday: 9 a.m. Bible Study; 10 a.m. Worship.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Bible Study and Devotions.

CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11:00 a.m. Worship.

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

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. 19: No JAM or Confirmation; 7:45 p.m.

NUIC Choir Rehearsal at Brad & Aleta Anderson home.

Thursday, Dec. 20: 9 a.m. Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity.

Sunday, Dec. 23: 8 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 9:30 a.m.

Trinity Worship; 11 a.m. Deronda Worship.

Monday, Dec. 24: 9 a.m. Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity; 4:30 p.m. Combined Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with Holy Communion and Choir at Little Falls.

Tuesday, Dec. 25: 9:30 a.m. Combined Christmas Day Worship at Deronda.

Wednesday, Dec. 26: 1-4 p.m. Pastor Lori and Jim at Amery Care Centers.

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 Sunday, Dec. 23: 9:30 a.m. GIFT; 10:30 a.m. Worship.

Monday, Dec. 24: 4 p.m. Candlelight Service.

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, Dan Watland, pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Worship.

Holy Communion 2nd and 3rd Sundays.

Council 3rd Tuesday at 6 p.m.

FAITH LUTHERAN (ELCA), 301 1st Ave. East (across from public beach on Co. Rd. I)Balsam Lake, 715-4853800, Diane Norstad, pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship; Communion first and last Sunday.

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. J.A.M. (Jesus & Me).

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.

Wednesday evening service 7:15-7:45 p.m.

FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, Dec. 19: 3:30 pm. HI League Christmas Party; 5:30 p.m. Family Potluck; 6 p.m. Confirmation and Mentors; 7 p.m. Christmas Concert and Carols.

Thursday, Dec. 20: 8 a.m. Bible Study here; 8:15 a.m. Ministerium; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon.

Sunday, Dec. 23: 8 a.m. Advent Bible Study; 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Choir; No Sunday School.

Monday, Dec. 24: 3, 4:30 and 9 p.m. Christmas Eve Worship.

Tuesday, Dec. 25: Christmas.

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, Dec. 19: 7:30 p.m. First Lutheran & Clear Lake United Methodist Christmas Concert; No Confirmation.

Sunday, Dec. 23: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; No Sunday School or Choir; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship; 11 a.m. Fellowship.

Monday, Dec. 24: 4 p.m. Candlelight Service with Holy Communion.

Tuesday, Dec. 25: 10 a.m. Christmas Day Service with Holy Communion; No Quilting or Prayer Shawl.

Wednesday, Dec. 26: No Confirmation.

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 Pastor Diane House Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Worship; Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday.

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

Thursday Bible Class 10 a.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.

Monday, Dec. 24: 4 p.m. Christmas Eve Service including an anthem by the choir.

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: 5:30 p.m. Advent Worship Service; 6:30 p.m.

Family Christian Education.

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

JOURNEY CHURCH, 131 Broadway St., Amery Derek Downs, Lead Pastor 715-268-2223 www.journeychurch.city Sundays: Worship service 9 a.m.; All Ages Sunday school beginning Sept. 9 from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Mondays: Moms In Prayer 1:30-2:30 p.m. at Journey Church; Moms who gather together each week to pray for our schools and children.

Wednesdays (when school is in session) beginning Sept.

5: Free Family Meal from 5:45-6:15 p.m., Kids Club 6:15-7:30 p.m. Kids Club is a place where you get to experience the excitement of worshipping God with songs, games and a Bible study with your friends!; DW Youth Group 6:15-7:30 p.m. meets in the Teen Center Building. For students in grades 6th-12th. Real life topics ... real life answers! Invite

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asting, which is abstaining from food, is a spiritual discipline which can profitably be done by almost everyone, though the extent to which one abstains should be carefully considered so that it matches the person’s ability to do so in a healthy way. Fasting should never damage one’s health. Fortunately, there is now considerable evidence that occasional fasting can actually improve one’s health. The purpose of fasting is not specifically to improve one’s physical health or to lose weight, but to improve one’s spiritual health. By fasting, one often humbles the heart and tempers loquacity.

Fasting allows one to meditate and pray with a clear and sober mind and gives us the opportunity to test our resolve and offer our efforts to God and our fellow man. One can fast by simply giving up solid foods, drinking only water, juice and perhaps tea for

Amery Free Press a whole day. A good way to fast for those who may be new to the practice is to eat one moderate meal around mid-day, skipping breakfast and supper, and then eating again around mid-day the following day. One can abstain from eating meat, or sweets, as a discipline that puts one on the way to practicing a fast where one completely abstains from food. One can live for a long time on very limited amounts of food, but you should never abstain from water. And remember, fasting is a spiritual discipline, and as such it should improve our souls. – Christopher Simon

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Every other Thursday: Journey Women 6:30 p.m. at Journey Church; Real Women-Real Faith.

Saturdays: Men’s Bible Study meets at 7 a.m. in the Teen Center.

LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Dec. 19: No JAM or Confirmation; 7:45 p.m.

NUIC Choir Rehearsal at Brad & Aleta Anderson home.

Thursday, Dec. 20: 9 a.m. Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity.

Sunday, Dec. 23: 8 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 9:30 a.m.

Trinity Worship; 11 a.m. Deronda Worship.

Monday, Dec. 24: 9 a.m. Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity; 4:30 p.m. Combined Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with Holy Communion and Choir at Little Falls.

Tuesday, Dec. 25: 9:30 a.m. Combined Christmas Day Worship at Deronda.

Wednesday, Dec. 26: 1-4 p.m. Pastor Lori and Jim at Amery Care Centers.

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; 7:30 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.

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. 19: 12 p.m. TableTalk Men; 3:30 p.m. Holy Bash; 5 p.m. Youth Cafe; 5:30 p.m. 7th & 8th Confirmation Class; 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer; 6:30 p.m. Advent Vespers, Youth Group; 7 p.m. Choir Practice.

Thursday, Dec. 20: 8:30 a.m. Bible Study.

Sunday, Dec. 23: 9 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 10:30 a.m. Faith Out Loud.

Monday, Dec. 24: 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. Christmas Eve Service.

Tuesday, Dec. 25: 9 a.m. Christmas Day Service.

Wednesday, Dec. 16: 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer.

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

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

REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, Dec. 19: 5:30 p.m. Soup Supper, Confirmation; 7 p.m. Advent Service; 7:45 p.m. Choir Practice.

Sunday, Dec. 23: 9:30 a.m. Worship, Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship; 11 a.m. First Communion Class.

Monday, Dec. 24: 7 p.m. Christmas Eve Worship with Holy Communion.

Tuesday, Dec. 25: Merry Christmas!

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, 365 5th St., Clear Lake, Rev. Geri E. Sola Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Worship.

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

Morning Prayer 2nd and 4th Sunday at 10:15 ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls www.scuuf.org Sunday: 10 a.m. First three Sundays.

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 • stjosephamery.org Thursday, Dec. 20: 10:30 a.m. Communion Service at Amery Memory Care.

Friday, Dec. 21: 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Saturday, Dec. 22: 4 p.m. Mass Sunday, Dec. 23: 10:30 a.m. Mass; Decorating for Christmas after Mass.

Monday, Dec. 24: 4 p.m. Christmas Eve Mass at St. Joseph; 6 p.m. Christmas Eve Mass at Our Lady of the Lakes.

Tuesday, Dec. 25: 8:30 a.m. Christmas Day Mass at St. Joseph; 10:30 a.m. Christmas Day Mass at Our Lady of the Lakes.

Wednesday, Dec. 26: 9 a.m. Communion Service instead of Mass; No Stump the Chump.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, Dec. 19: 7 p.m. Midweek Advent Service.

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

Monday, Dec. 24: 7 p.m. Candlelight Worship with Holy Communion.

Tuesday, Dec. 25: 9 a.m. Christmas Worship with Holy Communion.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, Dec. 19: 7 p.m. Midweek Advent Service at St. John’s.

Sunday, Dec. 23: St. Paul’s Christmas; 9 a.m. Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; Sunday School Break.

Monday, Dec. 24: No Christmas Eve Services.

Tuesday, Dec. 25: No Christmas Day Services.

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake John Redlich, pastor 715-645-2230; Head Elder Paul Hasman 715-671-3697 Saturday Services: Adult and Children’s Bible Study 9:30 a.m.; Church 11 a.m.

Midweek Service: Wednesday 7 p.m. Call Head Elder for location in winter months.

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. 19: No JAM or Confirmation; 7:45 p.m.

NUIC Choir Rehearsal at Brad & Aleta Anderson home.

Thursday, Dec. 20: 9 a.m. Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity.

Sunday, Dec. 23: 8 a.m. Little Falls Worship; 9:30 a.m.

Trinity Worship; 11 a.m. Deronda Worship.

Monday, Dec. 24: 9 a.m. Parish Staff Meeting at Trinity; 4:30 p.m. Combined Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with Holy Communion and Choir at Little Falls.

Tuesday, Dec. 25: 9:30 a.m. Combined Christmas Day Worship at Deronda.

Wednesday, Dec. 26: 1-4 p.m. Pastor Lori and Jim at Amery Care Centers.

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

UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, Dec. 19: 6 p.m. CREW Christmas Party.

Sunday, Dec. 23: 10 a.m. Worship Service.

Monday, Dec. 24: 4 p.m. Christmas Eve Service.

Tuesday, Dec. 25: Merry Christmas!

Wednesday, Dec. 26: No Wednesday Night Programs.

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 Wendesday, Dec. 19: 9 a.m. Men’s Work Group; 5-7 p.m. HS Youth Bell Ringing; 6 p.m. Choir Practice; 6:15 p.m. Confirmation Meal; 7 p.m. Confirmation.

Sunday, Dec. 23: 10:30 a.m. Worship; No Sunday School.

Monday, Dec. 24: 4 p.m. and 11 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship Services with Holy Communion.

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.

Everyone Welcome!

Celebrate with us!

Monday, Dec. 24 CHRISTMAS EVE 2 p.m. Barn Service at home Strodthoff-Kopp Farm 1364 105th Ave./CTH C, Amery 4:30 p.m. Children & Family Worship Service 9:30 p.m. Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols

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

Join us for these special holiday services Advent Services Wednesday, Dec. 19 Soup & Sandwich 5:30 p.m.

Worship 7 p.m.

Worship Services Sunday, Dec. 23 9:30 a.m.

Christmas Eve Monday, Dec. 24 7 p.m. Candlelight Service w/communion

Choir & Youth Christmas Service Sunday, Dec. 30, 9:30 a.m.

REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH 600 Keller Ave. S, Amery 715-268-7283

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

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH Hwy. 46 North, Amery

Monday, Dec. 24 - CHRISTMAS EVE 4 p.m. Christmas Eve Mass Tuesday, Dec. 25 - CHRISTMAS DAY Nativity of the Lord 10:30 a.m. Christmas Day Mass

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC CHURCH 507 W Main St., Balsam Lake

Monday, Dec. 24 - CHRISTMAS EVE 6 p.m. Christmas Eve Mass Tuesday, Dec. 25 - CHRISTMAS DAY 8:30 a.m. Christmas Day Mass 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!

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OBITUARIES

Eldon Manuel Robey After ninety-one and a half years, Eldon Manuel Robey finished his earthly journey on December 13, 2018 and will be celebrating Christmas in heaven this year!

Eldon was born on June 44, 1927 in Clayton, WI to F Ferris M. and Josephine M. R Robey. He was baptized and c confirmed at Faith Luthera an Church and graduated w with the Class of 1945, both iin his hometown. Eldon w was very proud of his Claytton heritage – it was seldom tthat he missed a Cheese D Days weekend and proudly c cheered on the Clayton Bears athletic programs. His recollection of youth adventures, as well as the people and happenings of his small hometown were easily recalled and shared with many. Just this past year, he authored a book titled “Eldon’s Story with Clayton School History” Eldon was proud to have served his country in the US Navy during WWII. After his service, he attended UW-Madison for a year. Eldon was a real estate appraiser, establishing his own business – Eldon Robey & Associates.

On November 26, 1949 he married his sweetheart, Anna Mae Brihn. Prior to their current residence in New Richmond, Eldon and Anna made their home in the Minnesota cities of Austin, St. Paul & their hobby farm in rural Stillwater.

Over the years, Eldon delved into family genealogy and has much documentation to pass onto future generations. During retirement years, he spent many hours painting, playing his favorite card game of 500 and taking on the challenge of a colorful jigsaw puzzle.

Eldon & Anna were never ones to spend much time

relaxing at home. They enjoyed many outings - coffee hours, meals & holidays with the family & friends, sporting events and school programs…not to mention the many church dinners they scheduled on their busy social calendar. And, Eldon savored the variety of delicious foods found at a picnic or potluck!

As a couple, Eldon & Anna enjoyed a variety of travel adventures, often with their lifetime best friends, Norris & Gloris Swager. They especially cherished their winter times in Arizona, as well as summer days with the Jacksons at the island in Canada and Tony’s family at the lake in northern Minnesota.

In addition to Anna, his wife of 69 years, Eldon leaves a legacy to be celebrated by his children, Anthony (Ruth) Robey and Colleen (Andy) Jackson.

He was uniquely proud of each of his seven grandchildren: Ashley (Whitney) Jurjevich, Ericka (Bill) Pirkl, Charles Jackson, Matthew Robey, Kimberly (Thomas) Underwood, Peter Robey (fiancée Stephanie Klein) and Andrea Jackson (fiancé Mark Garcia.) Eldon anticipated the arrival of and enjoyed the precious times spent with his twelve great-grandchildren.

Eldon’s surviving siblings are Larry (Alice) Robey & Jean Robey, as well as sister-in-law Joyce Robey. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Doran Robey and Donald (Betty) Robey.

Many other family & friends, including Anna’s siblings and their spouses, also passed before him.

To reminisce and celebrate his life, visitation was held on Sunday, December 16 at Williamson White Funeral Home in Amery. Funeral services were Monday, December 17 at Moe Lutheran Church, rural Clear Lake. Pastor Margaret Grant officiated, Bev Moll accompanied the congregational singing, as well as the musical selection, “Amazing Grace”, sung by Rebekah Cook.

To honor Eldon, a man they loved and respected, serving as pallbearers were Charles Jackson, Matthew Robey, Peter Robey, Tom Robey, David Swager, Brian Maus, Brady Maus, and Randy Miller.

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Steven “Steve” Ray Wanless Steven “Steve” Ray Wanless age 67, of Amery, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at the Amery Hospital.

Steven was born on June 6, 1951 to Raymond and F Florence (Kohler) Wanless iin St. Paul, Minnesota and llater graduated from North S St. Paul High School in N North St. Paul, Minnesota.

A After graduation he entered tthe Army Reserves where h he was later honorably d discharged. He was raised a sstrong Catholic until he was iintroduced to Pastor Brandt w who taught him about C Christianity. Steve accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior which began his long, faithful dedication to the Amery Free Lutheran Church.

In his free time he loved to go fishing, traveling, putzin’ around the house, 4 wheeling, playing cribbage, RC hobbiest, building and racing model cars, boats and planes. He loved his home on the lake and sailing his catamaran but most of all he loved his children and grandchildren and 45 plus years of spontaneous adventures with his best friend, Les. Steve is survived by his children, Stephanie Stern (Scott), Ben (Alicia) Wanless, Matthew (Pam) Wanless; Mary Wanless, John Wanless and Joshua Wanless; his grandchildren, Ashley, Emily, Tom, Austin, Beau, Matt, Alexa, Alec, Bailey, Kaitlyn, Aiden and Maddy; siblings, Laurie (Jim) Dietz, Jim (Beth) Wanless, Dave (Dawn) Wanless and Michael Wanless as well as many other, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Florence and a son, Caleb Wanless.

Funeral Services will be held at 1 PM on Thursday, December 20, 2018 at the Amery Free Lutheran Church with Pastor Eric Christensen officiating.

Visitation will be held from 11 – 1 PM on Thursday at the Church prior to the service. A private family interment will take place at a later date.

To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were entrusted to the Williamson-White Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Avenue North Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

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MONDAY, DEC. 24 CHRISTMAS EVE 4 p.m. Candlelight Service SUNDAY, DEC. 30 10:30 a.m. Christmas Lessons and Carols

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Please join us for the Christmas Season!

December 24: 4:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Combined Candlelight Service at Little Falls with Holy Communion December 25: 9:30 a.m. Christmas Day Combined Worship at Deronda with Holy Communion December 30: 9:30 a.m. Combined Worship at Trinity

NEIGHBORS UNITED IN CHRIST Deronda Little Falls Trinity Lutheran Lutheran Lutheran Co. Rd. F west of Amery

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Check the Classifieds pages for job listings The Catholic communities of Our Lady of the Lakes and St. Joseph’s welcome you, God’s beloved, and we wish you a very merry and blessed Christmas and happy New Year!

Yes, you, whether you are a faithful parishioner, a Catholic who joins us only once in a while, a visitor, or a member of a different faith tradition, you are God’s beloved. That is how God sees you, and so our parish communities wish you God’s gift of Christmas peace.

May you who are faithful parishioners rejoice in God’s many blessings and know that you are a blessing to others.

May you who have come home from college or far away to rejoin your family for the holidays know you are always welcome here, your spiritual home.

May you who are visitors find here a community of welcome and a community that rejoice in praising God. May you who are members of the parish family, but of a different faith tradition or of no specific faith, know that we hold you in our hearts and asks for God’s blessings to you.

May you who come with sadness in your heart or have experienced great sorrow, pain, or hurt in the past, sometimes from the church itself, experience this Christmas a new beginning of healing, hope, and peace.

At Christmas, God sent His Son to bring all of us to new life.

God bless you all, Father Gene

See the previous Spiritual pages for more Christmas services schedules Enjoy the Sounds of the Season!

MONDAY, DEC. 24 CHRISTMAS EVE 4 p.m. Candlelight Service with Holy Communion CHRISTMAS DAY SERVICE Tuesday, Dec. 25, 10 a.m. with Holy Communion

CHRISTMAS EVE 2 p.m. Barn Service at home Strodthoff-Kopp Farm 1364 105th Ave./CTH C, Amery 5 p.m. Candlelight Service at Balsam Lutheran 9 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at Elim Lutheran Church

First Lutheran Church 811 South Ave. W Clear Lake, WI

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

Monday, Dec. 24 4 and 11 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Services with Holy Communion

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Christmas Eve Worship Monday, Dec. 24 3 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Candlelight Service with Holy Communion

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Please join us for the Holidays!

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9 a.m. Christmas Day service with Holy Communion We invite the public to come worship with us during the year 2019!

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

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

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Slumberland Furniture For 54 years Slumberland Furniture has been serving Amery and the surrounding area. You may notice a new look inside of their building located on Highway 46 on the south end of Amery.

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

Construction began in mid September and by mid October a contemporary 3500 square foot addition to Slumberland became their clearance area featuring closeouts, promotional items, discontinued pieces and Ashley furniture.

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

The Amery Slumberland store features a large selection of beautifully arranged furniture. Whether you are searching for mattresses, chairs, living room ensembles, bedroom sets or dining room furniture; Slumberland carries known

and trusted brands such as Beautyrest, La-z-boy, Broyhill, Vaughn-Bassett, Sealy, Franklin, Tempur-pedic and Wisconsin brands like Wildwoods and Wolfcraft.

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

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

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COOKING WORLD Tidbit: Reflect on your present b blessings, of which every man has m many, and not on your past misforCarolyn Lumsden tunes, of which all men have some.

715-483-9738 (Charles Dickens, Writer) This is a make-ahead salad, just right for entertaining at the last minute and drop-in company.

FROZEN CRANBERRY BANANA SALAD Drain and put the juice in a bowl: 1 can (20 oz.) pineapple tidbits Add to the juice: 5 medium firm bananas, sliced lengthwise and then sliced In large bowl, combine: 1 can (16 oz.) whole cranberry sauce 1/2 c. sugar Remove the bananas from the pineapple juice and add to the above. (discard juice) Stir in: the drained pineapple tidbits 1 carton (12 oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed 1/2 c. chopped walnuts or pecans Pour the salad into a 9x13” baking pan. Cover and freeze until solid.

When ready to serve, remove from freezer 15 minutes and then cut into bars and serve. Serves 12-16.

These will be a delight to eat and so pretty on a cookie tray, too.

ALMOND TEA CAKES For dough, cream well: 2 c. butter, softened 3/4 c. sugar 3/4 c. brown sugar Add and mix well: 2 eggs 4 tsp. almond extract Add and combine: 4 c. flour 1 tsp. baking powder Dough will be soft. Chill in refrigerator until cold.

Meanwhile combine in smaller bowl for filling: 2 egg whites 1 c. sugar 1 c. ground almonds 1 tsp. lemon juice When the dough is cold, remove from refrigerator and make 1” balls. Put a balls into mini muffin cups.

Press slightly so dough is on bottom and goes up the sides of the cups.

Place 1/2 tsp. filling into each cup. Cover each cup with a quarter size piece of dough made from the balls. Brush the dough with a bit of milk and top with a sliced almond. Bake at 350˚ for 20 minutes or until golden. Makes about 5 dozen tea cakes.

1/2 c. maple syrup 1/2 c. chopped pecans Combine and add the above: 1 c. flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 3/4 tsp. soda 1 c. whole wheat flour Stir until just combined and dampened. Pour into greased/sprayed 5x9” loaf pan. Bake at 350˚ for 1 hour or until done (toothpick test). Let set in pan for 10 minutes on wire rack and then remove loaf and let cool on wire rack before slicing.

Put spices into some cheese cloth and tie with some thread or string: 1 tsp. whole allspice 1 tsp. whole cloves 3” of stick cinnamon dash of nutmeg Put spices into saucepan with 2 quarts of cider.

Bring to a boil, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

Remove the spices. Serve hot with orange slice quarters in cups.

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ICE BOX COOKIES Beat together: 1-1/2 c. butter, softened 1-1/2 c. brown sugar 3 eggs 2 tsp. vanilla Combine and add to the above: 3-3/4 c. flour 1/2 tsp. soda 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt If mixture seems too soft, add a bit more flour.

Form into rolls 2” inches in diameter and wrap in wax paper to keep rolls from drying out. Refrigerate until cold.

When ready to bake, slice roll into 1/4” slices and put onto cookie sheets. Bake at 375˚ for 9-10 minutes or until lightly browned.

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To make pie crust special, add some cinnamon when making the crust for an apple pie. When making blueberry or cherry pie, add a bit of nutmeg when making the crust.

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8 am Coffee Club* 9 am Silver Foxes* 12:30 pm Bridge* 1 pm Cribbage* 6-8 pm Pickleball Open Gym at the High School

8 am Coffee Club* 9 am Pool* 12:30 pm Knitting & Crocheting* Amery Memory Cafe* 1 pm Hand & Foot* 6:30 pm Bingo at VFW Hall 5:45/7:15 pm Clayton Boys BB DH at Northwood 5:45 pm Clayton Girls BB at Northwood 7 pm Clear Lake Wrestling at Boyceville 7:15 pm Amery Boys BB at New Richmond

8 am Coffee Club* 9 am Mah-Jong, Silver Foxes* 12 pm Bridge* 5 pm Amery Wrestling at Cameron 6 pm Lee Elmer* 7 pm Amery Boys Varsity Hockey at Menomonie 7:15 pm Amery Girls BB at St. Croix Falls

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8 am Amery and Clear Lake Wrestling at River Falls 4 pm Clayton Girls Basketball vs.

McDonell Central Catholic 7 pm Amery Boys Varsity Hockey at Barron TBA Clayton Boys Basketball Holiday Classic TBD Clear Lake Girls Basketball at Menomonie

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Timeless Celebration This morning, encountering a barrage, symbols, sounds of Christmas, bright collage, I attempt to assemble them in my mind, first, the Three Kings, the Christ-seeking kind.

Three exuberant voices, a tenor sings; one more, and another, reflecting gifts, rings.

It's an old, yes, new Christmas celebration, lowing cow, bleating lamb, witnessing incarnation.

Demonstrating their favor of creche and star, proclaiming beliefs--was--will be--and are.

Though nay-sayers may object and protest, the joyous believers proclaim,yet, the best.

Around me, images, houses and streets, celebrations with visuals and treats Rumbling, tumbling among words and song, Christmas parades, decorations and throng, celebrating the dear Christ-child's birth, with top-hatted, lively and high-stepping mirth.

Memories reflect Mama's stitches, Dad's tools, effort succeeding in dear gifts past Yules.

See grandchildren in twinkling bright tennis shoes, about to outgrow cute baby talk they use, tickling us with their heartfelt lines, our hearts warm too among tinsel and pines.

A multicolored, lighted musical note, decorating in yard with bright neon palm, Carols sound from the joyfue throat, jolly new piece or a Christmas psalm.

Fluorescent satin, soft snowy furs, depictions coming forth, pageant scene whirs.

A lively, lovely Christmas holiday, depicted in the new, old-fashioned way.

Dollar stores, thrift stores, boutiques are shopped, Happy smiles are smiled, surprised eyes, popped.

With organ, electric keyboard, humble drum, Today, the Truth to the world has still Come.

St. Croix Regional Medical Center – St. Croix Falls Athena Maeve Ryals, baby girl, 7 lbs 6 oz, was born December 7 to MacKenzee Hays and Jordan Ryals of Dresser, WI. Breanna Mae Egyhazi, baby girl, 6 lbs 8.5 oz, was born December 9 to Amy and Jeremy Egyhazi of Shafer, MN. Owen Jordan Hunting, baby boy, 6 lbs 13 oz, was born December 11 to Alex Hunting of Luck, WI.

Happy Holidays!

Carol Morfitt Welch © December 2018 a poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin

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A Small Town Christmas Decorating Showcase

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Instead of holding a Christmas light home decorating contest, the Amery Community Club has invted area residents to participate in a home decorating showcase.

There are no awards, the lights are simply on to give holiday enjoyment to passers by.

The following persons have signed up to participate: Duane & Michelle Stone. 1281 70th St., Amery Bob LaBathe, 1207 110th St., Amery Tom & Sandy Morris - Deronda Farms, 1393 60th Ave., Amery Gordon & Pam Pribnow, 108 Burman Ave., Amery Danny & Mary Leslie, 901 Cameron Bridge Road, Amery Porter family, 828 110th St., Amery Koehler family, 1074 65th Ave., Amery Kasdroff, corner of Broadway and Minneapolis, Amery Warner, 1325 45th Ave., Amery Eggert, 522 Keller Ave. S., Amery Johnson, 959 85th Ave., Amery Johams, 703 70th Ave., Amery Peterson, 695 70th Ave., Amery

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Gordon & Pam Pribnow, 108 Burman Ave., Amery

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Bob LaBathe, 1207 110th St., Amery

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Danny & Mary Leslie, 901 Cameron Bridge Road, Amery

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Coy posts big numbers in loss to Cameron

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Galen Coy stepped up his basketball game on Dec. 11, exploding for 23 points, eight rebounds and five steals against Cameron, but the Comets (6-0) still escaped with an 80-56 victory in Amery.

With 22 points and eight rebounds from Derek Gifford and another 17 points from Austin Wells and 13 points from McCormick Davison, Lakeland Central Conference leading Cameron (6-0) had plenty of firepower of its own.

Noah Rademaker provided solid back-up for Coy and the Warriors (1-3), posting 16 points, five rebounds and two steals while Cameron Anderson pitched in six rebounds, a team-high three assists, three points and a steal.

Also scoring for the Warriors were Tyler Peterson (six points), Kenny Lepak (two points), Jeremiah Sillman (two points) and Wyatte Luchtenburg (two points).

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Galen Coy

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Warriors finish strong against Dodge County

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Amery Warriors Ice hockey team was a bit sluggish for the first half of its Dec. 14th game against Dodge County (Minn.) but managed to finish strong for a 4-1 victory at the Amery Ice Arena.

“We knew this was going to be a tough game to get up for after playing many high-emotion, conference games the last two weeks,” said Amery Coach Tim Henningsgard. “We were pretty flat in the first and second periods.”

After allowing Dodge County (0-6-1) to take a 1-0 lead six minutes into the second period, the Warriors (7-1) started to show life at the end of the period when Jackson Henningsgard used assists from Grady Martin and Brett Forrest to score the tying goal at the 13:58 mark.

Then Parker Griffen took control, scoring back-to-back goals in the first four and a half minutes of the third period to take the lead and secure the victory.

Ridge Sigsworth capped the scoring with an unassisted goal at the 8:46 mark of the final period.

“Parker had a great game and was rewarded with two goals,” said Coach Henningsgard. “Getting contributions from all three lines is really what has led to a great start.”

Collecting assists for the Warriors were Martin, Forrest, Asher Page, Fletcher Kjeseth, and Pake Brown. Adrian Troff tallied 10 saves for the win as the Warriors outshot Dodge County 20-11.

Amery was penalized five times for 13 minutes, while Dodge County was tagged for just three infractions.

“The penalty was outstanding in the second when we were really struggling to find our jump,” Coach Henningsgard said. “We blocked many shots and gave Adrian a good look at everything else.

Killing all 13 minutes in penalties was probably the difference in the game.”

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Parker Griffin works the puck into position for a shot. Griffin scored two goals in the match.

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Santa took some time off to stop by the Amery Ice Arena and clean the ice.

Warriors stumble against BW

Schmidt leads rebounding effort in win over Ellsworth

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s boys’ basketball team fell to 1-2 on Dec. 4 with a 61-31 loss to Baldwin-Woodville. While the Warriors turned the ball over just nine times, compared to 14 turnovers by the Blackhawks, B-W (2-1) dominated every other area of play.

B-W’s Jared Lantz tallied a game-high 20 points while his teammate David Johnson racked up a a game-best nine rebounds and six assists. Fellow Blackhawk Warick Weyer earned two blocks.

Amery was led by Galen Coy with nine points, three steals, two rebounds and an assist. Jeremiah Sillman added eight points, three rebounds and two steals.

Also scoring the Warriors were Noah Rademaker (seven points), Wyatt Luchtenburg (four points), Kenny Lepak (two points) and Tyler Peterson (one point).

Peterson and Rademaker each had two steals and Rademaker lead the team in assists with two and rebounds with three.

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

With a 62-35 victory over Ellsworth on Dec. 7, the Amery girls basketball team returned to its dominating ways with its fourth victory by 27 points or more.

The Warriors (4-1) did a lot of work from the free throw line where they sank 23 of 34 attempts.

Madelyn Granica drained 13 of 16 freebies herself on the way to a 25-point, seven-rebound, three-assist and one steal night.

Overall, the Warriors outrebounded the Panthers 33-24 with Abby Schmidt hauling in a team-

high nine rebounds to go with her eight points, two assists and a steal.

Also scoring for Amery were Ella Schmidt (10 points), Drew

Granica (five points), Lydia Monson (five points), Morgan Brotzel (three points), Amanda Edwards (three points), Mariah Waalen (two points) and Julia Engebretson (one point).

Ellsworth (2-6) turned the ball over 17 times, compared to just 10 turnovers by Amery.

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Amery can’t keep up with hot handed Ellsworth

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Amery boys basketball team racked up 63 points on Dec. 14 in Ellsworth. Unfortunately the Panthers (1-2) has the hot hand as well and handed the Warriors (1-4) a 75-63 loss, sinking 70 percent of their close range shots.

Amery had four players score in double figures, led

by Noah Rodemaker with 20 points. He also snagged four steals.

Tyler Peterson picked up 13 points, nine rebounds and a block. Meanwhile, Galen Coy notched 11 points, five assists and a block. And Jeremiah Sillman pitched in 11 points and two steals.

Also scoring were Mason Bosley and Cameron Anderson with four points each.

Ellsworth’s Logan Benson finished with a game-high 41 points and 17 rebounds.

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#23 Noah Rodemaker, #20 Cameron Anderson

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Noah Rodemaker led the Warriors in scoring.

No. 2 Ellsworth sticks Amery with big wrestling loss

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Walker Ingham won his match by a 4-2 decision.

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Jordan Penard lost his match in a 9-8 decision.

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s wrestling team had a tough go on Dec. 13 when it took on Division 2’s second-ranked Ellsworth

Panthers. Ellsworth defeated Amery, 72-3, with the Warriors’ lone victory coming at 132 pounds where eighthranked Walker Ingham defeated honorable mention Carter Huppert by a 4-2 decision.

In the 138-pound match, Ellsworth’s third-ranked Charlie Stuhl defeated Amery’s fifthranked Jordan Penard by a 9-8 decision.

Matt Knutson managed to keep Jared Toenjes to a 15-1

major decision in the 170 pound match, and Robert Beese lost the 285-pound match to Logan Peterson by a 15-0 technical fall. All other matches ended with either an Ellsworth pin or an Amery forfeit.

The Warriors forfeited four matches, and four of Ellsworth’s six pins came in the first period.

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Granica lifts Warriors over Panthers

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Madelyn Granica racked up 17 rebounds and piled on 27 points to lead the Amery girls basketball team to a 46-24 victory over St. Croix Central on Dec. 11 on a night where both teams struggled shooting.

Amery (5-1) sank just 28 percent of its shots, including 1 for 14 from threepoint range while SCC (1-6) was just 20 percent from the field.

The Warriors, however, limited their turnovers to eight and fired off 24 more shots than the Panthers.

Julia Engebretson provided 11 points and three rebounds in Amery’s effort. Also scoring were Ella Schmidt (three points), Lydia Monson (three points) and Abby Schmidt (two points). Drew Granica pitched in two steals, two assists and two rebounds.

Abby Schmidt also finished with eight rebounds.

Brice, Williams earn hat tricks against Superior

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The fourth-ranked Western Wisconsin Stars girls’ hockey team destroyed the Superior Spartans, 11-4, on Dec. 14 in Somerset, capitalizing on all three power play opportunities.

The first period featured a barrage of eight goals, including six by the stars. Jade Williams set the tone with a goal just 20 seconds into the game to give Western Wisconsin (6-1) the early advantage. Superior (0-8) responded with a goal of its own just a minute and a half later with a goal by Destiny Holmes.

Then the Stars put together five consecutive goals, starting with back-to-back goals by Ellie Brice, over the course of just over 9 minutes, to claim a 6-1 lead.

Leading 6-2 starting the second period, Western Wisconsin got another fast start to the second period with Williams tallying her third goal of the game just 29 seconds into the stanza. Brice followed with her third goal of the night at the 3:18 mark of the second period and the Stars went on to extend the streak to four consecutive goals with back-to-back twine tickling shots by Makenzie Weeks.

Erin Huerta picked up her second unassisted goal at the 16:45 mark of the second period to finish Western Wisconsin’s scoring.

Brice finished with three goals and three assists.

Williams had three goals and one assist. Weeks tallied two goals and three assists. Erin Huerta notched two goals and one assist. Kayla Huerta had one goal and one assist and Ally Dahlberg contributed two assists.

At goalkeeper, Tiffany Hantsbarger saved five of six shots faced in 17 minutes and Caitlyn Erickson earned two saves while facing five shots on goal in 34 minutes.

HEATHER GRANICA

Madelyn Granica going up for a jump shot

This week’s sports Amery Boys Basketball 12-18 @ St. Croix Falls 12-20 @ New Richmond

Amery Girls Basketball 12-18 vs. New Richmond 12-21 @ St. Croix Falls

Amery Boys Hockey 12-21 @ Menomonie

Amery Girls Hockey 12-18 vs. Hayward

Amery Wrestling 12-21 @ Cameron Invite Clayton Boys Basketball 12-18 vs. Luck

Clayton Boys Basketball 12-18 vs. Luck 12-20 @ Northwood

HEATHER GRANICA

Abby Schmidt defending

Clayton Girls Basketball 12-18 vs. Luck 12-20 @ Northwood

Clear Lake Boys Basketball 12-18 @ Grantsburg

Clear Lake Girls Basketball 12-18 vs. Boyceville

Clear Lake Wrestling HEATHER GRANICA

Mikayla Peterson posting up

12-18 @ Turtle Lake/Clayton 12-20 @ Boyceville

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4-H collects toys Members of the Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H Club collected toys at their annual Christmas party held Dec. 9 in Amery. The toys will be donated to area children who may not otherwise receive one this holiday season.

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Ryan Ash’s stored possessions: sporting goods, smoker, bicycle, table and chairs, mattress, card table, gas cans, safe, baby items, miscellaneous stored items on storagetreasures.com.

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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 800-642-1336 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., Thursday 7 p.m., Friday 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m., Sunday 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda St., Amery. 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 Monday at noon B.B., 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 Hospital & Clinic, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time.

No charge.

The Baby Bistro: Breastfeeding Support Group.

This free support group encourages, helps and supports women before, during and after breastfeeding. Led by a certified breastfeeding counselor, who is also a registered nurse and a mother of four, attendees learn from, share with, and support other mothers who are breastfeeding. Pregnant women who are considering breastfeeding are strongly encouraged to attend. Every Wednesday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Amery Hospital & Clinic, Boardroom, 2nd floor. No fee, no registration required, just stop by.

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 information 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.

Cancer Support Group meets the second Tuesday of the month at the Amery Public Library at 6 p.m.

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 - S.T.A.R.S. (Surviving Trauma Advocacy Resource Group) Monday 4-5 p.m. in Amery, Tuesday 6-7 p.m. in Osceola, Wednesday 2-3 p.m. in Milltown and Thursday 6-7 p.m. in Milltown. Domestic Violence Education Class every other Wednesday from 10-noon in Milltown.

Burnett County - Monday 4-5 p.m. 715-349-7272. Barron County - Thursday 5:30-6:30 p.m. 715-651-4969.

For more information call CRA 715-825-4414 or the 24 hour crisis line 1-800-261-7233. All groups are held every week unless noted. Child care is available with some groups. Ask your facilitator prior to the group meeting.

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 American 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 Professionals 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.

Families and Parenting. Milltown Parenting Group meets Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m., Milltown Family Group has dinner from 5-5:30 p.m. and F.U.N. from

5-6 p.m. on Thursdays. For more information call CRA 715-825-4414. All groups are held every week unless noted. Child care is available with some groups. Ask your facilitator prior to the group meeting.

Farm Crisis. Information on financial, mental health, legal, job retraining resources. Call 1-800-942-2474.

Golden Age Manor Family Council meets the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. in the east wing sunporch. GAM is Polk County’s longest operating longterm healthcare facility. The Family Council’s goal is to enhance the lives of the residents beyond what the staff normally does.

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

GriefShare, a non-denominational special help seminar and support group for people experiencing the loss of a loved one is being held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

The church is located at 1050 Keller Ave. N. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief recovery topics. Seminar sessions include “Is This Normal?” “The Challenges of Grief,” “Grief and Your Relationships,” “Why?” and “Guilt and Anger.” For more information call St. Joseph Catholic church at 715-268-7717.

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 Journey Church, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Mondays from 1:302:30 p.m. Contact Jen at 715-268-2223 with questions. (only meets during the school year.)

MOPS and MOMsnext (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group for moms and their kids. Every mom who is pregnant or has a child at home is welcome, accepted, and challenged to meet her potential.

Better moms make a better world! For more info go to clmops@hotmail.com.

PEPTalk - P(arents)E(ncouraging)P(arents)... exists to encourage, support, and build up a community of homeschool families in Polk County, Wisconsin. We welcome all types of homeschooling families to check us out! PEPTalk activities happen throughout the month. For more information contact Jenn Due-

holm, 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 Sheila 715-857-5892 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.

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.

Yoga for Addition Recovery Y12SR is a 12 step based discussion and yoga practice that is open to anyone and everyone dealing with their own addictive behavior or affected by the addictive behavior of others. All A's are welcome. Old Chapel, Lake Wapogasset Lutheran Bible Camp, 7 p.m., Tuesdays

Call Nicole at the Amery Free Press 715-268-8101 or email ngagner@theameryfreepress.com with corrections or additions to the Self Help Groups listings

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SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS

AMERY SCHOOLS Wednesday, Dec. 19– Breakfast in all buildings: Breakfast Egg Wrap, Yogurt Parfait, Cereal, Goldfish Graham, Pear Slices.

Lien Elementary lunch: Chicken Nuggets, Brown Rice, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Pears, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese.

Intermediate lunch: Chicken Nuggets, Brown Rice, BBQ Pork Sandwich, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Pears, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese, Chef Salad.

Middle school lunch: Chicken Nuggets, Brown Rice, BBQ Pork Sandwich, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Pear Slices, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese.

High school lunch: Chicken Nuggets, Brown Rice, BBQ Pork Sandwich, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Pineapple Chunks, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Peanut Butter & Grape Jelly Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Chef Salad.

Thursday, Dec. 20— Breakfast in all buildings: Bacon Egg Scramble, Assorted Bread, Cereal, String Cheese, Pineapple Chunks.

Lien Elementary lunch: Homemade Spaghetti, Garlic Toast, Green Beans,

Peaches, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Yogurt Lunch.

Intermediate lunch: Homemade Spaghetti, Garlic Toast, Green Beans, Peaches, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Yogurt Lunch, Chef Salad.

Middle school lunch: Homemade Spaghetti, Garlic Toast, Green Beans, Peaches, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Yogurt Lunch.

High school lunch: Homemade Spaghetti, Garlic Toast, Green Beans, Peaches, Fresh Fruit, Peanut Butter & Grape Jelly Sandwich, Yogurt Lunch, Chef Salad.

Friday, Dec. 21— Breakfast in all buildings: Mini Pancakes, Warrior Sandwich, Cereal, Goldfish Graham, Peaches.

Lien Elementary lunch: Pizza, Corn, Mixed Fruit, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Holiday Cookies, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese.

Intermediate lunch: Pizza, Fish Fillet Sandwich, Corn, Mixed Fruit, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Holiday Cookies, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese, Chef Salad.

Middle school lunch: Cheese Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza, Fish Fillet Sandwich, Corn, Mixed Fruit, Garden Bar, Fresh Fruit, Holiday Cookies, Turkey Sandwich with Cheese.

High school lunch: Pepperoni Pizza, Cheese Pizza, Fish Fillet Sandwich, Green Beans, Mixed Fruit, Fresh Fruit, Garden Bar, Yogurt Lunch, Peanut Butter & Grape Jelly Sandwich, Chef Salad, Holiday Cookies.

Monday, Dec. 24 through Monday, January 1—No School

CLEAR LAKE SCHOOLS Wednesday, Dec. 19— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal & Cheese Stick Or Ham & Cheese Bagel Sandwich, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary lunch: Barbeque Riblet Or Chicken Patty on a Bun, Potato Smiles Or Au Gratin Potatoes, Green Beans, Peaches, Milk Choice.

High school breakfast: Cereal, Yogurt, Muffin, Scooby Bone Crackers, Ham & Cheese Sandwich*, “Gripz” Graham Crackers.

High school lunch: Barbeque Riblet Or Chicken Patty on a Bun, Baby Red Potatoes, Green Beans, Sliced Peaches, Craisins, Milk Choice.

Thursday, Dec. 20— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal Or Oatmeal, Blueberry Or Chocolate Muffin, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk

Choice.

Elementary lunch: Pepperoni Pizza Or Cheese Ravioli and Breadstick, Garden Salad Bar, Apples, Cranberries, Milk Choice.

High school breakfast: Cereal, Sausage Links, Cereal Bar, Yogurt, Muffin, PB & J “Uncrustable”*, Oatmeal Bar. High school lunch: Pepperoni Pizza Or Cheese Ravioli & Breadstick, Steamed Corn, Garden Salad Bar, Apples, Sliced Pears, Milk Choice.

Friday, Dec. 21— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast Cereal Or Donut Holes, Scrambled Eggs, Fruit Juice, Fruit, Milk Choice.

Elementary lunch: Chicken Nuggets, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Dinner Roll, Steamed Corn, Applesauce, Mixed Fruit, Milk Choice.

High school breakfast: Cereal, Cheese Stick, “Gripz” Graham Crackers, Cinnamon Roll, Nutri Grain Bar, Cheese Omelet.

High school lunch: Chicken Nuggets Or Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes/ Gravy, Dinner Roll, Milk, Sweet Potato Soufflé, Applesauce, Mixed Fruit.

Monday, Dec. 24 through Monday,January 1—No School

Tuition discount offer for qualified educators at UW-River Falls December 17, 2018 - For a limited time, the University of Wisconsin-River Falls is offering a tuition discount to teachers and other educational professionals who apply to the Professional Development Learning Community master’s degree within the College of Education and Professional Studies.

Eligible students who enroll before Dec. 28 will receive $500 off their tuition as they take courses toward a Master of Science in education degree.

“We use a learning community model that connects theory into practice, practice into strategy, and strategy into transformation,” said Elizabeth Janey, faculty coordinator. “Upon completion, graduates are well positioned to become an educational leader in their school or other educational workplace.”

Interested students should contact Pamela Bowen, program manager, UWRF Continuing Education, at 715-425-0633 or pamela.bowen@uwrf.edu for more information about the tuition discount and application instructions.

Additional information about the degree program is available at http://choose.uwrf.edu/mse-pd.

Believe Unto Lord

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Dance Team competes at River Falls On Saturday, December 15th, the Amery High School Dance Team competed at the River Falls Wildcat Invitational dance competition where they earned first place in the Small School Varsity Pom division.

Pictured are (back to front, left to right) Madison Moulton, Reese Benware, Alexis Madson, Alexis Werle, Crystal Livingston, Marisaa Cassavant-Bloom, Hailey Schoeberl, McKenzie Gamache, Maddisen Grimm, Greta Eggert, Montana Bazille, Sophie Porter, Madison Deleon.

He lets me know what to do and where I go No wander around in any big rugged forest Messengers do watch over me and not slow Improved memories and wisdom be approved.

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So awesome see all of our Savior’s ways A holding unto us when things worthy do fall Yet we can use ability strong our days In begin over comers of righteous challenges.

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It’s go forward now believe unto Lord to dwell Be 10 fold or more as claims are said Every true thought be endured for spells For each season do believe more an more.

Release great promises and issues as found Yes our Lord does it simple and fairly plain He considers more than parables so sound Renders words of life for attitude and hearts.

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AMERY COMMUNITY CENTER With the Holiday fast approaching we wanted to let you know that we will be CLOSED on December 24th and 25th, we will have our Christmas Day dinner at 2:00 on the 25th, please call 715-268-6605 to let us know you are coming; so have enough food. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! We also want to let you know that we will be CLOSED on December 31st and January 1st for the new year.

We are now accepting 2019 membership dues, please stop in or mail in a new application with updated information on it. Also, if you want us to e-mail you the newsletter, please let us know.

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We will have a fundraiser of necklaces and bracelets, available until they are sold out. They are made by women in Uganda, 40% of the profits will go to support our center and the rest is given back to these women so they can create a better life for themselves and their families. Check out Facebook for pictures of the items we still have available.

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Christmas Day dinner will be at 2:00, please call 715-268-6605 or stop in to pre-register, so we have enough food for everyone.

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We are looking for cookie and treat donations for the Christmas Day dinner; you can drop them off anytime, while we are open, this week. Thank you so much for your support!

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Like us on Facebook! Share our postings the more people that know what activities we have happening the better! Search Amery Area Community/ Senior Center

WATERSIDE BAR & GRILL

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Best Wishes from the staŊ and residents at

Call 715-268-5005

to book Christmas Parties and for New Year’s Eve reservations!

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Need a place to rent? Consider the Amery Area Community Center for that birthday, party, wedding, or anniversary celebration? We will also work with profit and nonprofit organizations to help with the perfect meeting place.

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Want to get a complete workout in just 30 minutes?

Do you enjoy walking on a treadmill? Get all of that for just $10/month if you are a member of the Amery Area Community Center. Our hours are 7am-4:30pm M-Th & 7am-3pm on Fridays. There are no contracts to lock into and no hidden fees.

Come down and check us out!

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We always have people asking if there is anything we need here at the Center. We can always use things like stamps, cards, toilet paper, paper towels, cleaning supplies, and coffee. We also take rummage sale items all year long.

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Tuesday pool winners for December 11th were Carl Johnson in first, Gary Snelling in second, Gene Pribnow placed third, Jean Frank taking fourth and Loren Bavin taking the consolation prize.

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Thursday pool winners for December 13th were Gary Snelling in first, Loren Bavin with second, Les Peterson took third and Carl Johnson with the consolation prize.

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Tuesday Wii Bowling winners for December 11th were Orville Lundgren in first, Jerry Fisher in second, and Dave H. Olson with the consolation prize.

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CONGRATULATIONS to Carl Johnson for bowling his 10th perfect game on December 4th!!

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Bridge winners on Monday December 10th were JoAnn Hallquist in first, Shirley Stabler in second.

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Bridge winners on Wednesday December 12th were Steve Bereska in first, Patty Talbot taking second and Caroline Swanson took third.

Congratulations to all!

Amanda Fisk, Director Jen Tyman, Assistant Director

Enterprise Prognosis

400 Deronda St., Amery • 715-268-8171

I've set out on an enterprise, with refined results I've viewed, for those whose painstaking tendencies, depict nature, styles multihued.

Warm Wishes from . . .

Park Lakes & Land Realty Here’s hoping this Christmas finds you surrounded by your loved ones and the warmth of home and health

Thank You for shopping and supporting Amery Community Club businesses!

Congratulations to the ¿nal week’s winners of the Amery Christmas Punch promotion.

Latch hook now seems more direct, the area of planned design, 'til seen the number of threads effect, the pattern,the form and line.

That may explain my attitude, as I view the task ahead: for variance, no latitude, my intent I nearly shed.

Mark Kopp

Cary Dean

Mike Bump

Each will receive $50 Amery Scrip Money

Diane Danmeier Nancy Dehrlein Ruth Severson Marian Peterson Sheri Ward Gail Tessman Thelma Betzold Rose ShefÀe Kathy Williams Jessy Livingston

As needlepoint, intricate, detailed, a plan following the design, the patient effort is entailed, true, each stitch to its form and line.

And, still, the outcome looks so plush, so colorful, soft and fine; Though I can't produce it in a rush, the result would be just mine.

So, I commit to make the skirt, for a --future--Christmas tree; perhaps working hour at a spurt, complete in twenty-thirty-three.

Alycia Anderson

Heather Hutter

Kathy McIntire

We are proud to announce the addition of Heather Hutter and Kathy McIntire to our team.

Thanks for a great year!

638 Keller Ave., Amery 715-268-9442 www.park-realty.com

These short rhymes almost seem the same; other tasks are set aside.

Though determination is its name, end and vision may collide.

Carol Morfitt Welch © December 2018 a poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin

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VFW donates to Operation Christmas The VFW Post 7929 & VFW Auxiliary each donated a $500 check to Operation Christmas for a total of $1000.

Pictured are: Peggy Gillespie Aux. President, Shirley Thompson Treasurer, Alberta Olsen Operation Xmas Coordinator, and Eldon Sanders VFW Commander.

Military Families and Veterans Family receive extra monies and git cards from Operation Christmas! Thanks to veteran organizations.

Weston Facchinni Grade 4

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Harlon Stone Grade 4

Delilah Kuhl Kindergarten

Nilssen’s Market Has All Your Holiday Needs From our Smokehouse we have our Famous Smoked Hams and Turkeys ALSO FOR THE HOLIDAY WE HAVE: Lutefisk, Herring, Smoked Fish & Swedish Potato Sausage, Made to Order Fruit Baskets, Cheese and Meat Trays, Veggie Trays and Cheese & Sausage Gift Boxes!

Don’t forget we have Gift Cards too!

CALL TO RESERVE ONE TODAY!

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We will be closing at 4 p.m. Christmas Eve and will be closed on Christmas Day

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STORE HOURS: Mon.-Sat. 7 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Clear Lake Schools to Hold Jr. Kindergarten and Birth to 3-Year-Old Screening Clear Lake School District will be holding our 11th annual Jr. Kindergarten screening on Thursday, February 7 and Friday, February 8, 2019. All children in the Clear Lake School District that turn 4 years old before September 1, 2019 are encouraged to attend. Even if you are unsure about sending your child to school in the Fall, we would love to meet with you.

We will also host our annual Birth to 3 years of age screening on Friday, February 8, 2019. If you are concerned in any way about your child’s development, please call for an appointment time. Children will be screened by Polk County Birth-to-Three providers.

Emmy White Grade 3

Open Dec. 24 • 9 am-1 pm Closed Dec. 25 & Jan. 1

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Our screening process for all students is play-based and lots of fun! Children will be observed by a trained teacher. Along with the teacher observations, children will have their vision and hearing screened. This is the time to register your child for Jr. Kindergarten (4K) starting in September 2019. All paperwork will be completed at this time, and information about our program will be shared.

During the screening, parents will meet with the JK teachers and will be able to browse the many area services that Clear Lake has to offer. Area dental clinics, hospitals, school nurse, and Polk County resources will be available to answer questions and provide information to you.

Please call or email ASAP to register your child for this wonderful screening. You can reach Mrs. Jessica Pickard at 715-263-2117 ext. 2112 or email the following information below to jpickard@clwarriors.org : Child’s Name Parent(s) Name(s) Birthdate Phone Number

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Fresh Flowers, Plants & Gifts for all occasions HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Address Please spread the word!

We look forward to meeting you in February!!

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AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION The NEW catalog will be out in January and available at the Amery and Deer Park public libraries and all 4 schools. Pre-register for all classes through Amery Community Ed online at www.amerysd.k12.wi.us or by calling 715-268-9771 x220 unless the class description indicates otherwise.

The MINNESOTA BOY CHOIR is coming to the AHS Auditorium Saturday, January 12 at 7 pm. Their reputation for excellence has brought invitations from local and national music conventions, as well as sporting events and touring Broadway companies.

The choir has performed with the Minnesota Orchestra, the Minnesota Opera, the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, the Baltimore Symphony, the Prague Philharmonic, and a long list of local and national performers. The Boychoir has traveled to five continents, with recent tours including performances at Sydney’s Opera House, Saint Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican and Montserrat Abbey in Barcelona. The Minnesota Boychoir trains young men to be outstanding musicians and strives to help them develop a sense of poise and self-confidence through education and performance.

Freewill donation.

Prairie Fire Theatre will be back in January with ‘Tom Sawyer.’ Eighty-four children will be needed!

Auditions for Amery children in grades 3-8 will be Jan 7 from 3:30-5:30 in the AHS Auditorium. Rehearsals all week from 3:30-7:30 and shows Friday night and Saturday morning. No fee to audition or perform.

Tickets will be $6 in advance or $7 at the door. Ticket income is used to pay show expenses. Save the date!

Play and Learn Parent-Child Group provides an opportunity for children to interact with their parents and other children their age while parents also have an opportunity to discuss parenting with a parent-educator and other adults. Mondays, Jan 7 - Mar 4 (skip Jan 14) from 10-11:30 a. No Fee, donations appreciated.

Pre-registration required by calling 715-684-4440. Do Not register through Amery Community Ed.

SUBMITTED

Minnesota Boys Choir.

Easy Oil Painting with Jay Rupp: "Next Vacation.” Jay Rupp is a certified Bob Ross instructor who enjoys painting with people who have no experience painting, don't want to paint, and who can't draw stick men. Experienced artists are also welcome as there is always so much to learn. All supplies and materials are included. Monday, Jan 14 from 5:30-9:30 p. Fee $59 includes paint, canvas and supplies. Pre-register with Community Ed. To view ‘Next Vacation’ in full color, find the class in the Community Ed online registration linked to the School District of Amery website.

OPEN GYMS AND RECREATION Pickleball - Open Gym in the High School on Wednesday nights from November through March.

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. From 6-8 p (closed Dec 26 and March 13). No fee.

Just show up. We have extra paddles and will show you to play.

Season’s Greetings!

Rumble Jumble Open Gym sponsored by PowerUp: Do you need a place for your toddlers and preschoolers to run, burn energy, and have fun?

Balls, scooters, mats, and other fun gym equipment will be available for play. Parents/Guardians are expected to stay in the gym with the children and are encouraged to play as well. No fee and no need to pre-register. You can join us any time. Tuesdays through Mar when school is in session at the Intermediate from 11 -11:45 a.

Open Gym for Families sponsored by PowerUp: Open gyms are a chance for kids and families to bounce a ball, shoot 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: Jan 6 & 20, Feb 3 & 17, Mar 3 from 1:30-3:30 p in the Intermediate gym – enter through the doors facing the NORTH parking lot. No fee.

Basketball Open Gym for Youth and Families: Supervised free-play in the Middle School gym. For boys & girls grades 4-12. Younger when accompanied by parents. Bring your own ball and use the north doors. Sundays through March 10 from 1:30-3:30 p.

Nolan Melberg Grade 1

Rooney Warner Kindergarten

Tanner D’Ambrosio Grade 1

Joshua Perez Kindergarten

Rollyn P. Lee, DDS Heather Marks, DDS 1030 River Place Drive Amery 715-268-2103 Mon.-Thurs. 8-5 Fri. 7-4

Closed December 24, 25 & 31 and January 1

Season’s Greetings from . . .

Cattle Connection Keller Ave., Amery, WI Phone 715-268-2629

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ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY It’s in the eyes. The happy, contented smile of an adoring pet makes us feel all better inside. Pets have a special place in our hearts because they love unconditionally. We are lucky to have them in our lives.

Pets staying at the Arnell Shelter this Christmas season are waiting for their turn to offer happy smiles and love in a new home. During this Gift Giving Season, Adopt, Don’t Shop. We have Dogs and Cats ready to sing their Ode to Joy and fi ll your heart with unconditional love. View adoptable pets on our web site: ARNELLHUMANE.ORG. If you are unable to adopt, please consider a donation or volunteer to walk a shelter dog on Christmas Eve or Christmas Days. They will reward you with kisses and Happy Eyes.

Twas the night before Christmas and all through the town, in shelter kennels - we are lost but not found.

We lay in our kennels, patiently waiting there.

We hope every minute that someone will care.

They'll come to adopt us and give us the call, "Come Max, Come Sparky - Come fetch your new ball!!”

We sit in our kennels and think of the days, we were treated so fondly - we had cute, baby ways.

Once we were little, then we grew and we grew.

Now we're no longer young and we're no longer new.

We jumped on the children, didn't come when they called, we barked when they left us, climbed over the wall.

If only they'd trained us, if only we knew,

We lay down to sleep, sweet dreams fill our heads, of a home filled with love and our own cozy beds.

If you can't adopt us or there's no room at your Inn, could you help with the bills and fill our food bin?

We count on your kindness each day of the year.

Can you give more than hope to everyone here?

Please make a donation to pay for the heat and help get us something special to eat.

With shelter care, we are given a second chance to live.

We offer unconditional love, with help, from people who give.

Merry Christmas to all from Arnell Memorial Humane Society.

The happy, contented smile of an adoring pet makes us feel all better inside.

we'd have done what they asked us and worshiped them too.

Hayden McGrane Grade 1

No time for a walk, chained in the yard - no wonder we roamed.

Now we're sad and lonely, in need of a new home.

They dropped us off at the shelter and they kissed us good-bye, "Maybe someone else will give you a try."

Sawyer Madsen Grade 2

The kind workers come through with a meal and a pat, with so many to care for, they can't stay to chat.

They move to the next kennel, giving each of us cheer.

We appreciate their loving attention during our shelter stay here.

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Closing Dec. 24 at 3 p.m.

Closed Dec. 25

6HDVRQV *UHHWLQJV IURP 309 Keller Ave. S, Amery 715-268-9966

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year Audrina Toombs Grade 2

Miley Brotzel Grade 4 Second Place winner in Grade 4 in the Amery Community Club Christmas Card Contest Open Dec. 24 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. • Closed Dec. 25 Open Dec. 31, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Open Jan. 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

900 S. Keller Ave., Amery (across from River Place Mall) Phone 715-268-8149

Stop in and visit our new In-Store Clearance Center!

Toombs Septic Services

Toombs Truck Repair

Clear Lake, WI 715-263-4333

Clear Lake, WI 715-263-2194

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AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Create a Winter Village: Drop-in, do-it-yourself fun! Kids & families are invited to make a building to add to our Win-ter Village in the Youth Services department! Decorate a box (we have lots!) with paper, markers, snow, and other decorations, and help our village grow! Use your imagination to turn your box into anything you'd like: skyscraper, house, library, school, igloo, or whatever you can dream up. Supplies provided. Check out the village by the youth DVD collection.

Drop in to the Storytime Room any time (9:00 am-6:30 pm) between December 17-21.

Family Storytime: On break for December. Dates for Jan 2019: Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 (10:35-11:15 am).

Family event. Books, songs, movement activities, and a craft! Come on in and join the fun!

STEAM Tuesday: No STEAM Tuesday in January.

Dates for 2019: Feb 5, Mar 5, Apr 2 (3:454:45 pm). Grades 1-5. Projects will rotate monthly between various STEAM

activities. Feb 5th: Put your engineering skills to work by completing some building challenges. Registration required (call or visit amerylibrary. org/kids). teens@4: Third Tuesday, monthly (4-5/5:30 pm). Grades 6-12. Hang out, have a snack, and do a different activity each month! Dec 18th: Make a holiday ornament or a decoration. Registration required (call or visit amerylibrary. org/teens).

Starting Tuesday, January 2, 2019, pick up a Bingo Card and work your way through it until the last day of February. Win little prizes with every "Bingo" completed and also get a raffle ticket

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

TAB (Teen Advisory Board): First Friday, monthly (4-5 pm).

Grades 6-12. Talk about books, share your ideas for fu-ture teen & kids events, have snacks, and more. Registration required (call or vis-it amerylibrary.org/teens).

Hunter Munson Grade 4

Winter Reading & Hygge Challenge!

Join the Amery Area Public Library for a challenge designed to help us all get through the winter with more happiness and coziness in our lives!

Chase Prindle Grade 3

Get a glimpse of what it is like to have demenƟa by going through the DemenƟa Live™ experience.

Kiley Munson Grade 2

The Demetria Live™ experience is specifically designed to help individuals who do NOT have demenƟa understand what their loved one, friend or person they care for (who has demenƟa) is going through on a daily basis.

To coordinate a DemenƟa Live™ experience at your community event or for your organizaƟon, contact the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin at 877-485-2372.

each time to enter to win a grand prize!

Grand Prize drawing will take place on March 1, 2019.

Closed Dec. 24 25 and Jan. 1 • Open Dec. 31 8am - Noon

301 Keller Ave. S, Amery, WI 54001 Phone 715-268-7999 • www.carlsonhighlandcpa.com

Lifestyle Choices for Seniors…

December issues of the Amery Free Press are as follows ...

Wednesday, Dec. 26 • After Christmas Sales, New Year’s Greetings and Activities Deadlines are The Tab and Amery Free Press, news and advertising, Thursday, Dec. 20, at 4 p.m.

The Amery Free Press office will be closed Monday & Tuesday, Dec. 24 & 25 and Tuesday, Jan. 1.

AMERY

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“Your Life, Your Style” e... g her n i v i l o!

I love will to u o y and “I moved here July 2015 when I could no longer manage on my own. My family was relieved that I was safe. CCH is a friendly, homey atmosphere and the staff is excellent.”

Ramona was involved with the formation of CCH. She said “the dream was to connect the Ramo na Paulso on, hospital, nursing home, assisted 91 Ye ars Young living and exercise facility to create a complete wellness environment”. She takes pride in her involvement to see the dream ful½lled.

Christian Community Home of Osceola 2650 65th Ave., Osceola, WI 54020 • 715-294-1100 www.cchosceola.org

Our Campus includes: 24-Hour Skilled Nursing • Assisted Living Apartments Transitional / Short-term Rehabilitation Call today to learn more or to schedule a tour!

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AREA BOWLING SCORES Club Cl b 53 Bar B & Lanes Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Tac Two ............................................... 180 Gary’s Electric.................................164.5 Division 2 Shoreview .......................................148.5 Dick’s Fresh Market .......................... 147 High games: Bob Albee 218-219227, Gary Nottam 215, Rod Gehrman 224, Bob Gillis 200-200-255, Todd Zemke 223.

High series: Bob Albee 664, Rod Gehrman 576, Bob Gillis 655, Todd Zemke 598.

TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Club 53 ...............................................175.5 Noah Insurance..................................152 Division 2 Chet Johnson Drug .......................180.5 Northwest Communications ........ 132 High games: Jan Knutson 222, Will Schaffer 244-204, Bill Peterson 238-234-225, Kelly Fitzgerald 226, Wade Prindle 203, Scott Jensen 205.

High series: Jan Knutson 557, Will Schaffer 618, Bill Peterson 697, Kelly Fitzgerald 575, Wade Prindle 591, Scott Sorenson 555.

215 215, Bill Vierkandt Vi k dt 222, 222 Beau B Gorres G 203-269.

High series: Jerod Wollan 664, Bill Vierkandt 596, Beau Gorres 635.

Becker’s B k ’ Trucking T ki .................................12 12 Clear Lake Auto ....................................12 Little Debbies .........................................11 No Wicks Moravitz .............................. 10 Bowlin Buddies......................................9

THURSDAY/FRIDAY NIGHT LADIES Division 1 Better Self Wellness ........................152 Amery Fire Department ............ 236.5 Northwest Communications ......... 131 Division 2 Chet Johnson Drug ...........................150 Club 53 ..................................................139 Bremer Bank.....................................131.5 High games: Jodi Chelberg 193-153, Shelby Cockrell 192-181-176, Katie Lauterbach 191, Gerri Carr 181, Pam Humpal 153, Bev Gorres 152, Diane Lewis 151 High series: Shelby Cockrell 549, Jodi Chelberg 485, Katie Lauterbach 468, Gerri Carr 464, Pam Humpal 433.

High games: Mitzi Hawkins 179, Deanne Moravitz 189-179, Judy Ullom 196-182, Amy Anderson 176, Polly Henke 179.

High series: Mitzi Hawkins 511, Deanne Moravitz 525, Judy Ullom 538, Gwen Johannsen 511.

Spare Time Bowling, Turtle Lake MONDAY NIGHT LADIES Week 17 of 28 Countyline Dairy..................................24 Austad’s Super Valu........................... 16 Spare Time Bowl................................. 14

TUESDAY NIGHT LADIES Week 15 of 29 Spare Time..............................................8 Range Fire Department ......................8 Charlie’s Place ........................................6 Sexy Mama’s ..........................................6 The Dead End’s ......................................2 Red Cedar Accounting .........................2 True Value................................................0 Citizen State Bank ................................0 High games: Renee Glover 213, Sherri Munkelwitz 212, Lori Larson 188, Mitzi Hawkins 180, Betty Duenow 180, Duffy Prusak 169, Norma Beach 169, Talea Schneider 168.

High series: Sherri Munkelwitz 601, Renee Glowe 569, Lori Larson 516, Mitzi Hawkins 492, Heidi VanHeuklom 450, Ashlie Goodmanson 449, Sandy Fredrickson 446, Joy Cap 414.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Preferred Lawn..............................144.5 Club 53 ................................................. 140 Division 2 Amery Fire Department .................158 Alibi.......................................................111.5 High games: Jerod Wollan 258-

MORE EVENTS CAN BE FOUND ON THE OUT & ABOUT PAGE Who’s turning 40?

Nicky is...

Not old...

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+DSS\ WK %LUWKGD\ Love, Jena

26th Annual

John Legut Memorial Cup Saturday, Dec. 29, 6 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.

Admission $3 adults, $2 students, 6 & under free

Your support is appreciated for this effort.

Love, Penelope & Scottie

Hockey Alumni interested in playing please contact Andrea Legut andrealegut@yahoo.com, phone 715-781-0710

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IN MEMORY

LEGAL NOTICE In loving Memory of

Michael F. Morrissey Nov. 13, 1959 - Dec. 22, 2009 We hope the ballfields are green and plush, the hunting is great, the Busch Light beer is ice cold, the fish are biting, the greens are fast, everyone is left-handed, and the strawberry malts are extra large in heaven.

We miss your words of wisdom, your laugh and especially your big hugs.

With lots of love, Mom, Sue, Bonnie and Cindy “Merry Christmas Michael”

In loving Memory of

Frank W. Morrissey Dec. 26, 1921 - May 30, 2018 Happy 97th Birthday, Dad in Heaven We’re sending a dove to heaven with a parcel on its wings. Be careful when you open it. It’s full of beautiful things. Inside are a million kisses wrapped up in a million hugs to say how much we miss you and to send you all our love. We hold you close within our hearts and there you will remain to walk with us throughout our lives until we meet again.

With lots of love, Sue, Bonnie and Cindy “Merry Christmas Dad”

CARD OF THANKS Thank you for all the cards and prayers I have received with my bout with cancer. All of you are truly appreciated.

Also thank you for over 30 years of hiring me to do your weddings and alterations.

May you all have a Very Merry Christmas and a HEALTHY NEW YEAR. Kathleen Maxon

Faxes sent and received at the Amery Free Press FAMILY DENTISTRY

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Name Change of Tanner Ryan Rankin Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 18CV321 NOTICE IS GIVEN:

of Polk County, State of Wisconsin, Judge Daniel J. Tolan, Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W Main, Branch, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 on January 2, 2019 at 9 a.m.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Michelle Joann McCarty Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 18PR88 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth September 13, 1966 and date of death November 5, 2018, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 201 Church Avenue, Amery, WI 54001.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is

In Loving Memory

Al Humpal Born May 18, 1918 Died Dec. 22, 2004

March 25, 2019.

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

Michael Wayne McCarty 1414 6th St SE, Apt 103 Minneapolis, MN 55414 715-220-6930 (Dec. 11, 18 and 25)

WNAXLP

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Sara Jo Lange Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 18PR83 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth November 20, 1955 and date of death October 26, 2007, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 117 South Street W, Clear Lake, WI 54005.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for fil-

ing a claim against the decedent’s estate is February 25, 2019.

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

Certified Public Accountant Accounting • Tax • Retirement Services 433 3rd Ave, Clear Lake, WI • (715) 263-4111 • OverbyFinancial.com 338 S Washington St, St. Croix Falls, WI • (715) 483-3782

1030 River Place Drive, Amery Ph. 715-268-2103 www.river-place-dental.com

“We Are Always Accepting New Patients!”

BY THE COURT: Daniel J. Tolan Circuit Court Judge November 29, 2018 (Dec. 4, 11 and 18)

WNAXLP

Timothy T. Sempf 314 Keller Ave N #200 Amery, WI 54001 715-268-6130 Bar Number 1019141 (Dec. 4, 11 and 18)

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NOTICE TOWN OF BLACK BROOK 99 75TH STREET – CLEAR LAKE WI THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2018 PLAN COMMISSION 6:00 P.M. AGENDA: Continue discussion and review of Comprehensive Plan regarding updates needed.

TOWN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS’ 7:00 P.M. Call meeting to Order; Proof of Meeting Notice; Approve Agenda; Approve Vouchers & Pay bills, Reading of Reports; Public Comments; OLD BUSINESS: Update on Comprehensive Plan ; Update regarding billing City of Amery for mowing and plowing on shared roads; Discussions/ decision regarding billing residents for animal control calls; Discussion/decision/discussion regarding billing and collecting unpaid fire calls, both residents and non-residents; Discussion/ decision regarding proposals for codification of Town of Black Brook Ordinances; Update on Deer Park First Dept Agreement; NEW BUSINESS: Set date for Caucus Hearing to be held in January, 2019. Adjourn to January meeting.

Sally Pickard, Clerk Web Site: Townofblackbrook.com WNAXLP

BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY

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

a row prior to the date of the hearing in the Amery Free Press, a newpaper published in Polk County, State of Wisconsin.

LEGAL NOTICE

David P. Doroff, D.D.S. James J. Lampi, D.D.S. Thomas P. VanSomeren, D.D.S. Amy G. Ott, D.D.S. 404 Wisconsin Ave. Amery, Wis. Phone 715-268-7177 www.amerydental.com

A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Tanner Ryan Rankin To: Tanner Ryan Rankin-Sarsland Birth Certificate: Tanner Ryan Rankin.

IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court

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Christopherson BYRNES LAW OFFICE Eye Clinic 123 Keller Ave. N, Amery, WI 54001 Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

341 Keller Ave. N Amery, Wis. 54001 Phone 715-268-2020

715-268-5000

Brian D. Byrnes

Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley and Bergmanis Attorneys-at-Law

DON PAUL NOVITZKE (1937-2004) JASON W. WHITLEY GERALD N. GUST *ERIK M. BERGMANIS *TIMOTHY T. SEMPF 314 Keller Ave. N., Ste. 200, Amery, Wisconsin 54001 Phone 715-268-6130 *Licensed in Minnesota and Wisconsin

Richard A. Davis, CPA Dirk A. Prindle, CPA Margo A. Rosen, CPA Roger Van Someren, CPA Abby L. Williamson, CPA Cathy A. Gille, CPA, MN Adam P. Honl, CPA Susan L. Hartman, CPA 301 Keller Ave. S, Amery WI Business: (715) 268-7999 Fax (715) 268-4161 www.carlsonsv.com

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GIFT IDEA Polk County Platbooks available at the Amery Free Press

Associate Degree Nursing Instructors - Adjunct

Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College ALL Campus Locations Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College is seeking a learning-focused, creative and dynamic individuals for part-time Associate Degree Nursing Instructors at ALL WITC Campus Locations; Ashland, New Richmond, Rice Lake & Superior. The ideal candidates will demonstrate interest in and potential for excellence in facilitating student learning and development.

For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply: Visit our website at: https://www.witc. edu/about-witc/employment

Deadline to apply: January 31, 2019

Hiring! Part Time Direct Care Staff Starting at $15 per hour • $2 wage differential for weekend hours LRHI is seeking enthusiastic staff to work with DD Adults demonstrating a wide range of abilities. CNA experience preferred!

Shifts available ~ Awake overnights, afternoon/evenings, weekends & on/call status To schedule an interview, contact Scott at 651-257-2211 or by email: cclinnea@gmail.com

WITC is an Equal Opportunity/Access/ Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and Educator TTY 711

TAKING APPLICATIONS

Wastewater Land Applicators Full-time & Part-time positions

Stay up to date on area events with your local newspapers Certified Nursing Assistant Instructors - Adjunct Faculty

Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College St. Croix Falls, New Richmond & Grantsburg Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College is seeking qualified candidates for part-time Certified Nursing Assistant Instructors.

Teaching assignments will be on as as-needed basis and include both classroom and clinical hours. Opportunities are available in and around St. Croix Falls, New Richmond and Grantsburg, Wisconsin.

For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply: Visit our website at: https://www.witc. edu/about-witc/employment

—ALMENA AND SURROUNDING AREA—

WELDERS - FITTERS 1st or 2nd Shift • $19 - $28 per hour NEW Pay Scale — New Hire Bonus

Apply or find out more at: www.nmfinc.com/jobs 715-684-7430 • jobs@nmfinc.com

Class B w/tanker endorsement required.

Hourly pay based upon experience. $19-$22 per hour with regular raises.

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Clayton School District Vacancy Clayton School District has the following coaching position opening:

ASSISTANT VOLLEYBALL COACH If interested in this position, please forward a letter of interest no later than Friday, December 28, 2018 to

WITC is an Equal Opportunity/Access/ Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and Educator

Benefits: Health/Life Insurance, 401(k), cellphone allowance, etc.

TTY 711

Please apply to:

Waldvogel Trucking

An ESOP Company

Deadline to apply: December 28, 2018

1-800-483-3674 or mail resume to: Waldvogel Trucking, W7622 Hwy. 47, Antigo, WI 54409

NOW HIRING!!

SCHOOL AND COACH BUS DRIVERS TURTLE LAKE TERMINAL ● GREAT PAY ●FLEXIBLE HOURS ●PAID TRAINING ●NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY For more information, please call Zach or Amy at 715-986-2888 or email amy.williamson@kobussen.com or Zach.czech@kobussen.com

Outreach Center Technician

Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College Balsam Lake Outreach Center Applications are being accepted from qualified candidates for a part-time Outreach Center Technician at our NEW Balsam Lake Outreach Center. This 1,400 hour position will be responsible to provide high quality customer service and share out information about all WITC programs as well as courses. Additionally, this position will foster relationships, coordinate campus events, provide hospitality services for groups at the outreach center and maintain accurate financial records. This position averages 26 hours per week annually, but actual weekly hours may vary due to supervisor expectations. This position is located at our Balsam Lake campus and is an extension of the New Richmond campus.

For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply Visit our website at: https://www.witc. edu/about-witc/employment

Deadline to apply: December 21, 2018 WITC is an Equal Opportunity/Access/ Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and Educator TTY 711

We are Growing!

Cathleen Shimon District Administrator Clayton School District P.O. Box 130 • 236 Polk Ave. W. Clayton, WI 54004-0130 shimonc@claytonsd.k12.wi.us

The Estates at Greeley and The Estates at Linden are thrilled to offer full time and part time positions for RNs, LPNs, TMAs and CNAs - even the hard to find FIRST SHIFT!

Come join one of our fun teams!

REGISTERED NURSE NEEDED FOR PM/NOC SHIFT

Area leader in paying top dollar for experienced nurses • Good Benefits Very Supportive Nursing Admin. Team We want to hear from you!

Contact: Edna Anderson, RN, DON earnerson@rphfcorp.com • 715-268-8171

WILLOW RIDGE HEALTHCARE 400 Deronda Street • Amery

NEW NURSING GRADUATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY! New CNA or TMA? No problem, we will mentor you for success in your new position.

Not a CNA “yet” but would love to become one?

We offer classes at no charge to you! As an employee we offer a uniform allowance, competitive wages, scholarship assistances, flexible scheduling, and a great benefits package (including 401k, generous PTO, Health, Dental, Life Insurance and much more).

313 Greeley Street S Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-5775

105 Linden St W Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-5004

Visit our website at www.monarchmn.com for career opportunities and to submit an application!

EOE/AA

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Golden Age Manor in Amery, WI would like you on our team!

Activity Assistant Part Time Position

1 BR, 1 bath apartment

Schedule: Every Monday 9:00am-5:00pm, Every Wednesday 9:00am-5:00pm & Every other Saturday 8:00am-4:00pm No Sundays scheduled Call 715-268-7107 today with questions!

in Clear Lake

Deadline to Apply: 12/31/2018

FOR RENT

Utilities included No pets Available NOW

715-643-6404 EHO

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

Sales Account Executives Supercritical CO2 extraction technology Tired of daily commuting and traffic jams?

United Science in Osceola, WI is hiring several positions for big-ticket capital equipment sales of industry-leading supercritical CO2 extraction technology.

Our turn-key manufacturing solutions are serving one of the highest growth markets in North America today.

Requirements: • Undergraduate degree in business or technical fields • 4 years of successful sales experience involving manufacturing solutions or OEM sales • Strong technical aptitude • Proven history of account acquisition and goal achievement • Strong communication and presentation skills • Ability to quickly learn new industries • Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM We offer a lucrative compensation structure with the opportunity to participate in one of the hottest growth markets today.

Send resume to: tnorenberg@unitedscience.com

FOR RENT Clear Lake Apartments

NOW HIRING

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Christmas music origins Scores of artists have released Christmas albums or holiday-infused singles during their careers. Christmas music can be broken down into two distinct categories: traditional hymns and carols and popular secular songs.

Some believe that the religious standards have been passed down since the earliest days of Christianity.

However, that is not so. Before the 12th century, music wasn’t typically included in religious services, and even then music was included only sporadically. In present day, religious tunes identified as Christmas music typically are not sung until Christmas Eve and thereafter until the Epiphany.

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200 years old. The world’s most popular Christmas carol was originally a poem penned in 1816 by Austrian Catholic priest Josef Mohr. Two years later, Mohr asked Franz Xaver Gruber, an organist and local schoolteacher, to put his words to music. The resulting song, “Silent Night,” was not translated into English for 40 years.

“Hark the Herald Angels Sing” also originated from a poem and had the original opening line of, “Hark how all the welkin rings.” The subsequent version was more catchy, and the faster-paced accompaniment was courtesy of Felix Mendelssohn, added 100 years after the poem was written.

“Jingle Bells,” a nonreligious tune that has become synonymous with Christmas, was not originally written as a Christmas tune. In fact, the song was intended to celebrate Thanksgiving.

Christmas music is diverse, with lively tunes, modern interpretations and religious classics enjoyed through the years.

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18 ideas for making holiday memories Counting down to Christmas Day means many different things to people across the globe. Although families likely have several different traditions they anticipate each year, it can be fun to incorporate some new merrymakers into the festivities. Here are some festive ideas to include in the days leading up to Christmas â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a special family calendar of fun finds.

1. Annual memento: Have the kids or adults make one new handmade ornament each year. This way the tree is always evolving, and everyone can track milestones.

2. Cookie day: Devote one day to making Christmas cookies. Invite friends or family members over.

Distribute some cookies to elderly neighbors.

3. Holiday classic: Spend a night in and watch a classic Christmas flick youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never seen before.

Streaming movie services often put classics and obscure titles into rotation during the holiday season.

4. Christmas concert: Host a gathering of children where they can sing or perform their favorite tunes for an audience.

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Dine out: Take a break from cooking, shopping and hosting and stop into a restaurant youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been meaning to try. Keep it local to support nearby businesses.

6. Adopt a child/family: Volunteer with a charitable organization that provides for less fortunate families. Answer the Christmas desires of a needy child or family by

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purchasing an item on their wish lists.

See the sights: Pack the children into the family car to tour nearby areas and look at Christmas lights displays. Bring along cookies and hot chocolate.

Trim a tree: Get together with adult friends at a tree-trimming party.

Rotate the hosting house each year.

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man can dress up as the man in red and pop into a friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s holiday gathering.

10. Wilderness walk: Enjoy the crisp air and snow and see a local park from a winter perspective.

11. Acts of kindness: Choose any act of kindness and make it happen this Christmas. It can include feeding the hungry or helping a disabled person shop for the season.

12. Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Secret Santa: Spread the joy of giving by having the kids choose a sibling or friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name from a hat and purchasing or making a gift for that person.

13. Hand out hot chocolate: Make a big thermos of hot chocolate and give it out to shoppers or workers who have been out in the cold.

14. Read religious stories: Understand the true meaning of the season by reading Biblical passages.

15. Camp-in: The first night the tree is decorated, allow the kids to sleep beside it under the glow of Christmas lights.

16. Scavenger hunt: Plan holiday-themed trivia questions and hide small trinkets for children to find.

17. Surprise box: Put a gender and age nonspecific gift into a box. On Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, the person who finds a hidden gift tag under their chair at dinner gets to open the box.

18. Family portrait: Wear your holiday finery and pose for a portrait that actually will be printed and framed.

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Behind the scenes of two beloved holiday films “It’s a Wonderful Life” Anyone who has ever wondered what life would be like if they took a different path or made different decisions can relate to this classic Christmas film. It’s difficult to make it through the holiday season without seeing “It’s a Wonderful Life,” and many people make it a point of to view it every year. The following are some interesting tidbits about George Bailey and the film that put savings-and-loan managers on the map.

• The movie began as a short story titled “The Greatest Gift.” Writer Philip Van Dornen Stern was unsuccessful at shopping the story and turned it into a Christmas card for 200 friends and family. A producer at RKO pictures got a copy and purchased the movie rights for $10,000.

• Many now agree that Jimmy Stewart was the perfect choice to play lead character George Bailey, but studio heads originally had Carey Grant in mind for the lead. The role went to Stewart when Frank Capra signed on to the film and named Stewart his leading man.

• Although Donna Reed was a seasoned actress prior to the movie, “It’s a Wonderful Life” marked her first starring role.

• Bedford Falls, the fictional town in the movie, is reportedly based on upstate New York towns Bedford Hills and Seneca Falls. Nearby cities like Rochester and Buffalo are referenced in the movie. However, the movie was not filmed on location. It was filmed in the summertime on a back lot in the San Fernando Valley section of Los Angeles.

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The movie received a technical Academy Award for the snow effects, which were created by using a “snow” mixture of water, soap and a firefighting chemical called Foamite.

The movie was not well received upon its release in 1946. The film received mixed reviews, which might surprise those who consider it a cinematic classic.

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An equally beloved holiday film and a cult favorite, “A Christmas Story” follows a 1940’s Indiana family anchored by Ralphie, the cynical but lovable schoolboy played by actor Peter Billingsley. The movie was based on autobiographical tales penned by author and radio personality Jean Shepherd, who narrates the film.

• The movie was a low-budget film that used virtually no special effects. It also used tracking shots instead of Steadicam.

• The setting for the movie is based on Shepherd’s

hometown of Hammond, Indiana. Shepherd grew up on Cleveland Street and went to Warren G. Harding Elementary School. However, the movie was filmed in Cleveland, Ohio, and Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The house from the movie still stands in Cleveland. Part of the decision to film in Cleveland stems from the willingness of Higbee’s department store to allow crews to film inside the store.

Darren McGavin played Ralphie’s father, a role he won over Jack Nicholson. McGavin might have won the role because of Nicholson’s typically large salary demands.

For the scene in which “Flick’s” tongue sticks to the flagpole, a hidden suction tube was used to safely create the illusion that his tongue had frozen to the metal.

Three leg lamps were made for the movie, and all three broke during filming.

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Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer Adults and children alike are familiar with the tale of “Rudolph the RedNosed Reindeer.” As the lyrics of the song illustrate: Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer had a very shiny nose / And if you ever saw it, you would even say it glows.

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by Johnny Marks and sung by Gene Autry, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer dates back to 1939. A copywriter named Robert L. May created the story of the misfit reindeer in 1939 when working for Montgomery Ward. The retail giant was producing marketing holiday col-

oring books for children and wanted to come up with a clever character.

Although Rudolph is now beloved, May’s original ideas included Rollo and Reginald. Also, Rudolph’s famed red nose almost didn’t come to be. Because a red nose at the time was viewed as a sign of alcoholism, Montgomery Ward was hesitant to be on board with the bulbous, red snoot. A blue nose was considered, but later changed. In its first year of publication, Montgomery Ward had distributed 2.4 million copies of Rudolph’s story.

The catchy tune came thereafter,

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followed by a cartoon short in 1948. In 1964, the stop-motion animated television special further propelled Rudolph to celebrity and became the most recognizable Rudolph adaption.

Today, Rudolph is known across the globe as the reindeer responsible for navigating Santa’s sleigh through tricky weather on Christmas Eve. He continues to be loved by many, young and old.

Rudolph almost had a blue nose and was nearly named Reginald.

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The origins of some beloved holiday traditions Christmastime is here. The presents are being purchased and wrapped. The stockings will soon be hung on the fireplace mantle. Mistletoe is pinned above the front entryway, and poinsettias add rich color to home decor.

Tradition is integral come the holiday season.

Throughout the month of December, traditions fill people’s days and comprise the many reasons why individuals decorate, celebrate and dine the way they do this time of year. But few may know the origins of some of the most beloved holiday traditions.

CHRISTMAS STOCKINGS The Christmas stockings of today may be a byproduct of various traditions. One such tradition dates back to a Dutch custom in which children would leave shoes full of food to feed St. Nicholas’ donkeys, and then St. Nicholas would leave small gifts in return.

Another origin story of Christmas stockings can be traced to the 12th century, when nuns would leave socks full of nuts, fruit and tangerines for the poor.

This is why some people still put tangerines in Christmas stockings.

CHRISTMAS TREE Christmas Trees are everywhere this time of year.

The use of evergreen trees predates Christmas and is associated with the pagan festival of Saturnalia, which celebrated the agricultural god Saturn with partying and gift-giving. During the winter solstice, green branches served as a reminder that spring would arrive anew. Germans are credited with first bringing evergreens into their homes and decorating them.

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spirits. The custom of kissing under mistletoe can be traced to England. Originally, a berry was picked from the sprig of mistletoe before the person could be kissed. When all the berries had gone, there could be no more kissing.

CHRISTMAS BELLS Church bells ring for many special services, including Christmas mass. During Christmas midnight mass in the Catholic Church, the altar bells may be rung while the priest says the “Gloria.” Bells are part of caroling, and jingling bells are associated with sleighs and Santa’s reindeer.

Christmas is rife with traditions that date back ages.

SANTA CLAUS Santa Claus’ origin story can be traced to St. Nicholas, a Christian bishop who lived during the fourth century. St. Nicholas was very generous and gave away his fortune to help the needy. He also did various other good deeds. St. Nicholas became infamous and began to be known by various names around the world. The Dutch called him Sinter Klaas, which was eventually transformed to Santa Claus. The jolly persona came later when 20th century advertisers — especially the artists responsible for Coca-Cola ads — portrayed Santa in a red suit with a big smile.

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MISTLETOE Mistletoe is hung in doorways, and couples who stand beneath are encouraged to share a kiss. The tradition of hanging it in the house goes back to the times of the ancient Druids. Mistletoe was thought to bring good luck to a household and ward off evil

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The history of holiday lights Holiday celebrants employ holiday lights in various ways. Certain individuals may be content to hang lights on their Christmas trees and call their decorating complete. Others may get their holiday jollies by making sure each square inch of their home is covered in twinkling lights. Still, other people prefer the more subdued effect of lights framing one picture window of the house.

The tradition of Christmas lights stretches back to early modern Germany when people used candles to decorate Christmas trees in Christian homes. Those candles were harbingers of what would come when electric lights replaced gas and other open flame illuminating devices that were commonplace prior to the 20th century.

Thomas Edison, the inventor of the first successful practical light bulb, also created the first strand of electric lights that would be used in holiday decorating. By 1880, Edison had standard incandescent light bulbs well sorted out and desired a way to better advertise his invention, so he decided to make the most of the holiday season and put his light bulbs on display. According to a 2003 article in American Heritage magazine titled “The Wizard of Your Christmas Tree,” Edison strung incandescent bulbs all around the compound of his Menlo Park, NJ, laboratory. Edison constructed an eight-mile underground wiring system in order to power this grand light display. Because the laboratory was situated along the railroad that passed between Manhattan and Philadelphia, thousands of people were able to see the display.

The concept of electric holiday lights took a bit of time to catch on. Edison’s friend and associate Edward Johnson was tasked with stringing together colored lights in 1882 and placing them on an evergreen tree. Johnson hand-wired 80 red, white and blue light bulbs. In 1895, President Grover Cleveland requested the White House family Christmas tree be illuminated by multi-colored electric light bulbs.

In 1903, when General Electric began to offer pre-assembled kits of holiday lights, stringed lights were reserved for the wealthy and electrically savvy. For example, in 1903 a single string of electric lights cost

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It would take several more years before holiday lights became a national tradition. On Christmas Eve 1923, President Calvin Coolidge began the country’s celebration of Christmas by lighting the National Christmas Tree on the Ellipse located south of the

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Today, illuminated strands of lights have become a large part of holiday celebrations and have even been adopted for use during various year-round events.

Such lights can be a beautiful and festive addition to many celebrations.

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The tradition of the Epiphany While some may think the holiday season ends once New Year’s Day comes and goes, for Christians, the season continues into January with the feast of the Epiphany.

The Epiphany occurs 12 days after Christmas, which falls on January 6 (or January 19 for some Orthodox churches that celebrate Christmas on January 7). The Epiphany celebrates the Three Kings, also known as the Three Wise Men, who visited Jesus shortly after his birth.

The Epiphany is celebrated by Catholics and Orthodox Christians. Among Hispanics, the day is known as El Día de los Reyes.

Many traditions are included in Epiphany celebrations. According to the Center for Christian Ethics at Baylor University, three historical traditions of the Epiphany include baking a “Kings’ Cake,” marking a door lintel with the Magi’s blessing, and participating in worship with lighted candles.

Some families also exchange gifts on the Epiphany to commemorate the gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh that the Three Wise Men presented to Jesus upon arriving at the manger.

the Latin phrase “Christus mansionem benedicat,” or “May Christ bless the house.

KING CAKES King cakes vary by region. In Spain, local bakers make a special ring-shaped roll. In France, it is a flat almond cake with a toy crown cooked inside. In Mexico, bakers put a figure of Baby Jesus inside a cake. The person who finds the figure is awarded the honor of baking or providing the cake for the following year and hosting the Epiphany celebration.

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year Michael Elmer Grade 2

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LIGHTING CANDLES Individuals are urged to keep candles lit on the Epiphany. This is to symbolize how Jesus’ presence on Earth was comparable to light entering a darkened world.

The arrival of the New Year beckons an important religious celebration that extends the magic of the Christmas season.

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CHALKING DOORS Celebrants of the Epiphany can mark their own doors, also called “chalking the doors.” This tradition is a centuriesold practice that serves as a request of Christ to bless the homes marked so that all those who dwell inside remain blessed throughout the year.

The marking includes the first digits of the year, followed by the initials of the Magi — Caspar, Malchior and Balthazar — followed by the last digits of the year. For 2018 the formula should read: 20+C+M+B+18. Others believe the letters represent the abbreviation of

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Santa letter-writing secrets At the tip of the North Pole resides a jolly man who collects letters from children asking him to deliver all of their hearts’ desires. Although Santa Claus does a thorough job of making sure children’s treats are delivered on the same night, sometimes he needs assistance with reading and responding to the thousands upon thousands of letters sent to him each year. That is why he often relies on an extensive list of helpers to handle much of his holiday correspondence.

According to Smithsonian, the practice of writing to St. Nick dates back more than 150 years. Early depictions of Santa show him as a disciplinarian. The first Christmastime Santa letters were

actually sent by Santa, rather than the other way around. Such letters encouraged children to be good boys and girls.

Eventually, an illustration by Thomas Nast depicted “Santaclaussville, N.P.” as Santa’s address, providing children with a place where they could send their correspondences to the big guy in red.

The Universal Postal Union, an intergovernmental organization that coordinates postal policies across 192 member nations, indicates that 1,350,000 letters to Santa were sent by Canadians, while Americans sent more than one million and Britains mailed roughly 800,000 such letters in 2012, the most recent year from which figures are available. To account for the staggering number of let-

ters sent, various post offices and postal programs were established to help Santa with the task of tackling children’s wish lists.

In Canada, children can address letters to Santa and use the postal code H0H, 0H0. In 2016, the USPS instituted a new letter-writing option that enables parents or guardians to include a personalized response letter back to children who address letters to Santa. The package can be postmarked to: North Pole Postmark Postmaster, 4141 Postmark Drive, Anchorage, AK 99530-9998.

Many other letters to Santa end up routing to various post offices where thousands of volunteer “elves” can adopt letters and make children’s wishes come true. A “Letters to Santa” program enables children in serious need to get items that can help keep them safe and happy.

Parents may also investigate a number of services that will provide let-

ters from Santa, Mrs. Claus or elves for nominal fees. These letters can be personalized with details. Santa has even gone high-tech with personalized videos and pictures as well. A quick web search can yield the instructions on how prospective helpers can get started.

Children can improve their chances of letters being read and received, with these tips.

• Identify who is writing the letter and share some details about your life.

• Make sure you’ve been nice and wellbehaved.

• Ask Santa how he has been and engage in some polite conversation.

• Politely ask for the toys you’d like.

Understand that Santa is busy, so keep the list brief.

• Thank Santa in advance for his kindness. Hopefully, he’ll have time to reply.

• Write and mail the letter as early as possible, as things tend to get busy as Christmas nears.

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

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The history of Christmas stockings Just when the excitement of opening presents abates after the last of the packages under the Christmas tree have been torn open, children and adults alike may discover that there are more treats to be had nestled inside of stockings hung on the mantle.

The hanging of Christmas stockings is a tradition with an extensive history. Several legends attribute the hanging of stockings to different people or events. Here is a look at some of the stories that have made Christmas stockings so popular.

ST. NICHOLAS DAY Rather than hanging stockings on Christmas, many countries celebrate Saint Nicholas Day on December 6, and this is when stockings are proudly left out for treats. The small, inexpensive trinkets are later unwrapped and enjoyed on Christmas Day. DUTCH HERITAGE One tradition says that, in 16th century Holland, children kept their clogs filled with straw in front of the hearth for Santa’s reindeer to find. They also left treats for Santa Claus.

In return, Santa would leave gifts in the clogs. Over time, stockings were swapped out for clogs.

MERCHANT’S FAMILY STORY A popular tale tells the story of a merchant, his wife and three daughters. After

the wife falls ill and dies, the man becomes devastated and squanders all of his wealth on frivolous things to mask his sadness. When it comes time for the daughters to marry, the man does not have money for a dowry. St. Nicholas hears of the plight and knows the man would be too proud to accept charity. Therefore, St. Nicholas anonymously tosses three

bags of gold coins down the chimney. The man’s daughters had done the laundry prior and left their stockings hanging by the fireplace to dry. The gold landed in the stockings, thus starting the Christmas stocking tradition.

ITALIAN GOOD WITCH One stocking story does not attribute the tradition to Santa,

but to a kind-hearted Italian witch named “La Befana.” La Befana arrives on a broomstick the night of January 5 and fills the stockings of good children with sweet treats and toys. Bad children are awarded lumps of coal. La Befana is also credited with being the old woman who the wise men ask for directions to Christ’s manger in the Christ child’s story.

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After turning down an offer to accompany them, La Befana later carried gifts in search of Christ.

Christmas stockings have become part of holiday traditions, and this beloved tradition has its own unique history.

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So little time, so much to do for Christmas!

‘Tis less than a week until Christmas, and there is cookies to bake, shopping to finish, presents to wrap, decorating to do, cards to send, and the list goes on. Does this sound like your household? Don’t worry about that to-do-list, some how it always gets done. But instead be sure to enjoy every minute of this very blessed season!

As you can tell by looking through this issue, it is filled with holiday wishes from area businesses with the assistance of drawings courtesy Pounding of boys and girls in Pre-K through 4th the grade. Each drawing Pavement is a masterpiece in it’s own way…sometimes Pam Humpal it is a guessing game which end is up on the picture but still a masterpiece. Thank you kids for your wonderful drawings!

In next week’s paper on Wednesday, December 26, area businesses may also use the kids cards as their New Year’s greeting along with their holiday hours, specials, activities, etc. Please let me know which card/cards you would like to use. Yes our next issue will be published on Wednesday with deadline for the Amery Free Press and The Tab being on Thursday, December 20, at 4pm. The Amery Free Press office will be closed on Monday and Tuesday, December 24 and 25. Thank you in advance for your cooperation with our Christmas hours and early deadline Congratulations to this week’s winners in the final drawing of the Amery Community Club’s Christmas Punch Promotion…Jessy Livingston, Kathy Williams, Rose Sheffel, Thelma Betzold, Gail Tessman, Sheri Ward, Marian Pe-

In Memory of Dave

Humpal Family with snow failing! Sitting - Gavin (9), Pam, Graeme (5), Matt. Standing Rachel, Ryan, Bentley (6), Finn (2), Ariel.

terson, Ruth Severson, Nancy Dehrlein, Diane Danmeier. On behalf of the Amery Community Club and Amery businesses, I would like to thank everyone for their patronage and support this Christmas season and year round.

And a huge thank you to area families who take the time and effort in decorating their homes, yards, buildings, etc for the holidays. As I have said many times before, we love driving through town and the countryside to view the beautiful lights. Elsewhere in this issue you will

find a list of the homes on the “Small Town Christmas Decorating Showcase”.

Great job everyone!

Please mark your calendars for the 26th Annual John Legut Memorial Cup on Saturday, December 29, at 6pm at the Amery Ice Arena. Alumni hockey players will “hit” the ice to help raise funds for the annual scholarship given to a graduating player. It’s always fun to see the players return to the ice and give it a try. Alumni who have not registered yet should contact Andrea Legut at 715-781-

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Have you been watching The Voice?

I’ve always enjoyed watching the show but now with a neighboring town having one of their own in the Final Four is awesome! Chris Kroeze is a wonderful singer, and has done his hometown of Barron and the entire state of Wisconsin proud. No matter how the results turn out on Tuesday night, Chris Kroeze is a class act, and everyone loves his small town spirit!

Happy Belated Birthday to my nephewin-law, Garrett, on December 16. I hope you had a great day!

The first day of Winter is this Friday, December 21, along with Full Moon on Saturday, December 22…let’s hope all of that is in our favor for the 4-day Christmas weekend.

Like I mentioned before, there are so many events and activities happening this time of year, and it’s fun to be a part of. This past week, I joined some of Dave’s family at a Christmas luncheon held at The Heritage in New Richmond. A great meal served in a very historic house at the center. Some of the ladies even got into the spirit by wearing vintage hats for the luncheon.

On Friday, I had the honor of attending my oldest grandson’s Christmas Concert at the Unity School. Gavin and the rest of the third and fourth graders did a wonderful job with singing and playing the recorders and drums(buckets). The Christmas excitement was hopping in that auditorium. And thinking of my grandsons, I have had the pleasure of helping each of them do their Christmas shopping for their parents and brothers.

And I have to say that they were very good shoppers…fun-filled Grandma moments!

Merry Christmas to one and all during this very joyous and blessed season from the Humpal Family to yours!

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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Christmas cheer The Apple River Ensemble, directed by Janette Cysewski, performed Christmas carols at the Love Light Tree Ceremony Dec. 13 at Amery Hospital & Clinic.

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