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Two Amery residents have raised their hands to take the place of resigned school board member Keith Anderson— retired district math teacher Darcy Lorsung, and current President of the Amery Intermediate Parent Organization, Erin Hosking.

The district solicited applications for the position through Feb. 16.

Darcy Lorsung Darcy Lorsung was the 7th and 8th grade mathematics instructor for Amery School District from 1989 until he retired in June of 2017, when he took over as Clubhouse Manager at the Amery Golf Club. Along with being a father of four and active Lorsung community member, Lorsung has held various other positions in the district, including Assistant Principal, union leadership, summer school coordinator, and various coaching roles.

In his letter of application Lorsung states, “Since planning my retirement a few years ago, it has been my desire to continue serving this community as a member of the board of education. I look forward to the opportunity to use my gifts, talents, training and experiences to help lead the School District of Amery thereby giving the families of Amery greater hope for their future and the future of their children.”

Erin Hosking Erin Hosking is a mother of five, and is the wife of local pastor, Justin Hosking. She has a background in teaching English, and is currently a Community Ed Assistant for Amery Community Education.

Hosking is also a very active volunteer, curHosking rently serving as current President of Amery’s Intermediate Parent Organization (IPO), Parents as

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It’s a case that’s captivated Polk County headlines since the fall of 2015. 65-yearold Virgil Hansen—a Milltown firefighter and first responder, Town Clerk, softball tournament organizer, Unity School Bus driver, Lion’s Club member, and even occasional Village Santa Claus—was alleged to have done the unthinkable. Hansen stood accused of sexualHansen THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 33, 2222 ly abusing and torturing VOL. 131 NO.a1913-year-old www.moraminn.com $1.00a boy over period of several years beginning in 2013, tying the boy up in various buildings of his property and paying him cash in PAM HUMPAL | AMERY FREE PRESS exchange for his silence. Hansen would strike him, call him “slave,” and take photos of him naked and bound, the victim said. Seven felonies were charged— Mayor Kay Erickson takes a “whack” to a tree at the site of the new North repeated sexual assault of a child, child Twin boat landing, officially ushering in the construction phase of the project.

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Ketz reaches many landmarks with 1,000th career point

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Kailey Ketz, a 5-7 forward for the Clayton girls basketball team became the fourth area junior to reach 1,000 career points this season in a Feb. 6 win at Northwood.

“I’ve loved this game since I was little and have such a passion for the sport, so hitting my 1,000th point meant a lot,” Ketz said.

“I’ve put in so much time and hard work. It was a memory I’ll never forget.”

Even well aware the achievement was imminent, she, her coaches and teammates pursued their game plan as usual with the mentality of “It would happen when it happens.”

“Reaching 1,000 points was a big personal goal for me, but the main focus is team,” Ketz said. “And now, with playoffs

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Kailey Ketz is the 4th member of the Ketz family to score 1000 points. Her mother started the tradition in 1989, brother Ty Ketz scored his 1000th point at Northwood as well in 2011, Kailey scored her 1000th point 3 years to the day after her sister Abbey Ketz scored her 1000th point in 2015.

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starting, it would be huge to get a regional and sectional plaque and get back to state as a team - of course, taking it one game/one win at a time.”

Ketz finished the night with 19 points, two behind fellow 1,000-point junior teammate Alison Leslie.

Ketz shot at a blazing 7-for-8 rate including perfect 4-for-4 shooting from inside the three-point arc and 2-for-2 from the free throw line.

The 10th Clayton girls basketball player in history to break 1,000 career points, Ketz finished the 2017-18 regular season with 1,058 career points while helping her team to a 19-3 overall record and second-place conference finish.

“Kailey Ketz is a very smart basketball player,” said Clayton Coach Kevin Fall. “She is our second leading scorer behind Alison Leslie. She shoots the 3 ball very well and is also an excellent passer to find open teammates and set them up to score.

When teams key on stopping Kailey, she gets her teammates the ball in positions to score. Kailey is also tough to defend as she can put the ball on the

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Partners at Lien Elementary, Girl Scout service unit manager and troop leader, Sunday school coordinator for Apple River Community Church, and kids coordinator for Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS).

“My husband and I have been very pleased with the teachers and staff we have encountered since we moved here almost five years ago,” Hosking says in her letter of application.

“I am willing to serve on the board because I want to ensure that Amery continues to offer a well-rounded education to every child. I also want to ascertain that our school continues to be a great place to work for our valuable, dedicated employees.

The board will appoint either Lorsung or Hosking to the position, according to a previously agreed upon motion. According to Superintendent James Kuchta, the board will meet briefly on Feb. 26 to consider the process of selecting the appointee, which will ultimately take place at a date yet to be determined.

floor and attack the basket with the dribble.”

Ketz and Leslie are the first teammates to both reach 1,000 career points since the Class of 1997 duo of Stacie (Anderson) Hoff and Alison (Langham) Becker - and the first to do so in the same season.

“I think it’s really cool that Alison and I both reached 1,000 points our junior year,” Kailey said.

“We have both worked so hard on our game to get to where we are. We have such a great team that works so well together. Playing with the same girls since grade school, the chemistry is incredible. Alison and I couldn’t have reached this milestone without our amazing teammates and coaching staff.”

“Alison and Kailey both play very unselfishly,” Fall said. “Kailey is second, and Alison is third on the team this season in total assists. They let the game come to them, which has promoted our team success. The recipe for Clayton girls’ basketball success the past couple seasons has been a very balanced scoring attack. They understand how important this is to our team success.”

As if that wasn’t enough Ketz is now the fourth member of her family to join the 1,000 point club

as her mother, Brenda (Norberg) Ketz started the trend as 1989 graduate. Kailey brother, Tyler, joined the club as a member of the Class of 2011 and her sister, Abbey, reached the mark before wrapping up her high school career in 2015.

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Kailey Ketz scored her 1,000 career point against Northwood on Feb. 6.

Details emerge of legal action pending against Amery School District

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Following up on documents obtained through a recent open-records request, the Amery Free Press has learned further details of two separate legal claims made against the Amery School District that have yet to become full-fledged lawsuits.

On October 31, district officials were presented with a “Claim for Compensatory Damages” on behalf of KM Nelson LLC. Kori Nelson, who is the sole proprietor of that consulting firm, was contracted by the district to provide consulting services following her retirement from the district as Superintendent Kuchta’s administrative assistant in 2016.

In her claim, Nelson says that the district breached her contract by revoking her access to several electronic portals that were necessary to perform her duties. She requested $18,000 in her claim, $1,800 for each of the ten months remaining

in the contract.

The district’s lawyer, Stephen Weld, responded to the claim on Nov. 9, saying that it was Nelson’s decision to terminate the agreement, and that her access was terminated by Superintendent James Kuchta in anticipation of a yet-to-be-scheduled meeting to discuss the scope of the consulting services. In his response, Weld said that he would recommend the board deny Nelson’s claim.

Nelson says she has not received any payment from the district, and as indicated in her letter, she plans to pursue additional legal remedies.

Nelson’s successor, Dena Babcock, whose employment was terminated in October, also served the district with an official Notice of Claim dated Dec. 20, 2017.

Babcock claims that, per district policy, she brought several concerns regarding alleged misconduct by Superintendent Kuchta to the board’s attention. District policy dictates that such claims be in-

vestigated by a third party, which sources confirm did not occur.

Babcock makes six separate claims in her notice, including several surrounding breach of contract, retaliation for fi ling complaints against Kuchta, and violations of her rights to free speech and due process. She is requesting $3,582 per month in back pay, plus interest, as well as reinstatement or front pay of a minimum of $85,980 in lieu thereof, $5,000 for lost benefits, $5,000 for attorney’s fees, and $200,000 specific to her claims of alleged violation of free speech and rights to due process.

Babcock, who is represented by attorney David Schoenberger, is required to wait 120 days before proceeding with a lawsuit in the allegations. That time period would expire at the end of March.

Board President Darren Van Blaricom says he can only recall a handful of such claims during his years on the board, and that the last instance did not result in a lawsuit.

Nix state treasurer position? Question goes to voters

BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

Wisconsin residents will have the chance to vote this spring on whether to eliminate the state treasurer position.

The referendum question will be included on the April 3 ballot, asking voters whether to change the state constitution and add new language eliminating the office. The question also includes language designating the lieutenant governor as the treasurer’s replacement on the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands.

If voters approve the measure, the constitution would be amended and the state treasurer’s office eliminated at the end of the year.

According to an Associated Press

report from February 2017, most of the treasurer’s duties have already been re-assigned, including transferring the unclaimed property division to the Department of Revenue in 2014.

The referendum is a result of action last year by the Wisconsin Legislature to send the question to voters.

Rep. Michael Schraa (R—Oshkosh), the measure’s sponsor, said getting rid of the office would make state government more “efficient and effective,” according to a March 2017 report from The Capital Times.

And current Treasurer Matt Adamczyk ran for the office on a vow to eliminate the position.

But former State Treasurer Jack Voight, a Republican, opposed eliminating the office, calling the proposal “a real power grab,” AP reported.

If the referendum question is approved, the lieutenant governor would replace the treasurer on the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands (BCPL), a small agency that manages some public lands, loans money to Wisconsin communities and gives money to public school libraries.

In committee, Senator Kathleen Vinehout (D—Alma) voted against eliminating the office, cautioning that doing so would remove a check on the executive branch, according to AP. Then-Senator Sheila Harsdorf (R— River Falls) and Senator Chris Kapenga (R—Delafield) joined Democrats in opposing the measure.

One of BCPL’s responsibilities is distributing money from the Common School Fund to public school libraries.

In the 2016-17 school year it distrib-

uted about $32.1 million, or $27.51 per student, according to the state’s Department of Public Instruction.

The fund, commonly called Library Aid, is financed with earnings on the principal from a permanent fund and is the state’s only dedicated source of funding for school libraries.

The Wisconsin Educational Media and Technology Association, which advocates for policies and funding to support school libraries, opposes eliminating the state treasurer position.

In its “2018-19 Legislative Advocacy Agenda” the group called the current roster of BCPL commissioners “ideal custodians of the Common School Fund,” because they do not play a leading role in K-12 school funding or the state budget process.

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FEBRUARY 24 Big Lake Fishing Contest Hundreds of door prizes await at the Big Lake Fishing Contest Saturday, Feb. 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cash prizes for panfish, bass, walleye and northern.

All proceeds go toward stocking Big Lake, Round Lake and Church Pine Lake.

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PowerUp Open Skate in Amery

MARCH 3 Tales from the Wilds of Alaska United Covenant Church, Clear Lake, will host its’ 2nd Annual Outdoor Expo featuring Billy Molls on Saturday March 3, from 4 to 7:30 p.m.

A Wild Game Chili Feed, vendors, displays, demonstrations, door prizes and more are planned at the church, 348 5th St. NW (on the corner of Hwy. 63 and Cty. Rd. J), Clear Lake.

Molls’ presentation “Tales From The Wilds of Alaska” will be from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

MARCH 5 Meeting at Table 65 Amery Woman’s Club is meeting March 5 at Table 65-New Richmond for a noon lunch.

WWI and the impact on Polk County will be presented by JoAnn Hallquist.

Call Joyce at 715-268-8133 by Feb. 27 to attend. Guests are always welcome!

MARCH 8 Bladder problems answered Join urologist Dr. David Henly and Pelvic Health Nurse Specialist Cindy Land as they discuss bladder problems and solutions pertaining to urinary urgency, frequency, incontinence and getting up to void during the night. Thursday, March 8, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Amery Hospital & Clinic. Call 715-268-0290 to register.

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The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts presents an evening of favorite audience sing-along hymns accompanied by the Northern Lakes Chanber Orchestra on Saturday, Feb. 24, 7:30 p.m. at 113 Elm St., Amery.

PowerUp has partnered with the Amery Youth Hockey Association to offer FREE open skates. These events are great opportunities for youth and their families to get out on the ice and have some fun! If you don’t have skates, we will have free hockey skates in a variety of children and adult sizes. The open skates are taking place at the Amery Ice Arena, 1065 Riverplace Drive, Amery Sunday, Feb. 25, 4-6. p.m. If you and your family are interested in finding more fun events throughout the St. Croix Valley, visit PowerUp4kids.org for information.

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Grieving for a stranger Flowers and a note wrap around a pole on Amery’s main street across from Dairy Queen, left in remembrance of a woman identified as 50-year-old Lisa Allen of Amery. The expression of sympathy for the woman is one that many locals identify with. Allen later died of the injuries she sustained in a hit and run accident on February 10.

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Polk County Emergency Management in cooperation with the National Weather Service will host two Skywarn Spotter classes on Tuesday, March 13.

The first class will start at 2 p.m. with the second starting at 6 p.m. in the Community Room of the Polk County Justice Center, Balsam Lake.

The Skywarn Spotter class is designed to instruct individuals on the importance of early recognition and the identification of potential severe weather conditions. As a trained Skywarn Spotter you provide an important link in the chain of defense against severe weather hazards.

Call 715-485-9280 or email kathy@co.polk.wi.us to register for this free training.

Empty Bowls will take place Thursday April 19th from 5-7pm at Amery High School.

Cost is $10 for soup and a homemade ceramic bowl. Proceeds will benefit local backpack program and hungry families.

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.

Ice Racing

The Lake Wapogasset Ice Racing Club will host ice racing events Saturday and Sunday while weather permits. Specators are welcome to attend at the Waterside Bar and Grill landing.

APRIL 7 Amery Spring Show

Power Up Open Gym

Amery Free Press sponsored Amery Spring Show will be in in the Amery Ice Arena from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 7. Contact Pam at the Amery Free Press to sign up your business for a booth.

Amery School District and PowerUp are partnering to offer a fun and free way to PowerUp regardless of the weather. Open gyms are a chance to bounce a ball, shoot some hoops, play catch or just run around and be active. The Amery Intermediate School will have equipment available, or you can bring your own. Sundays 1:30-3:30 p.m. on Feb. 18 and March 4.

APRIL 13-14 VFW Gun Show Buy, Sell or Trade during the Amery VFW Post 7929 annual Gun Show on Friday and Saturday, April 13-14 at the Amery Hockey Arena. Friday is from 3-9 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. A raffle will also be held.

you have them. Bring a friend!

November through March.

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. For more information call Julie 715268-7546 or Karen 715-268-6955.

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Preschoolers Open Gym Do you need a place for your toddlers and preschoolers to run, burn energy, and have fun? Bring them to Rumble Jumble Open Gym in the Intermediate School from 1111:45. 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.

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Pickleball Indoors

Riverbend Assisted Living and Willow Ridge Healthcare along with the Amery Public Library invite you to an hour of fun. Come challenge your mind with a crossword puzzle. They meet in the Burman Room at at the Amery Public Library at 10:30 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays. 50 and older are welcome with refreshments provided. Call Amanda at Riverbend 715-268-9949 with questions.

Play pickleball on Wednesday evenings in the Amery High School gym from 5:45-8 pm.

Just show up. Bring paddles if

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The cure for school shootings

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BY TOM STANGL FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK

The news last week of the seventh shooting at a school in the country this year has left many, including me, a bit shell shocked.

Last Wednesday 19-year-old Nikolas Cruz opened fire at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla. After the gunfire and confusion had ended, 17 people were dead, 14 were wounded. Cruz was apprehended about an hour after the shooting.

According to news accounts, Cruz had been expelled from school and his mother had Publisher the recently died. Cruz was living Tom Stangl with the family of a friend who attended the same school and attending classes at an alternative school.

It was reported that Cruz activated a fire alarm and waited for students to leave their classrooms before firing an AR-15-style semi-automatic rifle. Cruz fled the scene among the students leaving the school after the shooting.

In the time since the shooting occurred, a portrait of Cruz as a disturbed loner has been painted. Held back twice, expelled from numerous schools, Cruz had ambitions of joining the military.

He has been charged with 17 counts of premeditated homicide.

As the affected persons try to mourn with cameras recording every moment, the 24 hour news cycle dissects every nuance of the events leading up to the shooting, offering opinion all along the way.

Should someone have seen the signs and done something? Should more be done about mental health? Should something be done about sales of semi-automatic guns?

The answers to all of these questions depends on your point of view. I would argue that the answer to all of the questions is “yes,” but I feel a more basic question, one that takes precedence over all these issues needs to be asked.

Do we have the courage as a society to love one another, no matter what?

Stay with me here, don’t tune out because this is important.

I believe the power of unconditional love is dismissed out of hand by many in our society today because we have become too cynical and jaded.

We rarely take the time to interact face to face, let alone make the time to get to know and understand one another. It’s easier to look the other way and tell yourself that you are too sophisticated to bother with love and understanding.

Taking the time to understand each other is hard work. Working through issues with trust and always coming back to love, without strings attached is a skill that needs to be learned. I believe mothers are the masters of unconditional love, but even they have had a hard time of it over the past 50 years.

The collapse of the traditional family has added an extra burden to parents who have to go it alone. We have several generations of people who haven’t been given the essential gift of unconditional love.

This must end here and now. Every person deserves to know that they are loved. I believe that if we do this hard work as a society, in time we may be able to look back at this period in our history as a turning point.

Do we have the courage to be kind?

I pray we do.

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.

The story behind the picture

BY KAY ERICKSON AMERY MAYOR

At the Feb. council meeting, I asked Chanz when the guys were going to start clearing trees at the boat landing site. I didn’t hear all his answer, but the Local words, hard hat, Voices chain saw and a Kay Erickson, photo opp and then a bit of laughter, I Amery Mayor realized I should step up.

So, on Weds. the 14th, Chanz called me and the paper, which

hopefully explains everything.

You will notice most of the trees are gone and with warm weather coming, the new, safer, boat landing will be a reality.

I am sure you all remember that Amery is a sister city to Amory, MS. a project by Mr. Micheal Simonon’s fifth grade class from last year. His fifth grade class this year is carrying on the project and I was invited to see and hear what these students are working on.

The class has a goal of raising $1,472 dollars to be split between the two cities. The half for Amory, MS will be sent to support their Regional Museum. The half for Amery will be to purchase two reflective signs which will read,

“Sister city of Amory, Mississippi” and will be located beneath the population signs on the north and south as you enter Amery. A third non-reflective sign will be purchased for the Intermediate school.

The class has raised some money by selling shirts at school, but they have a ways to go. If you would like to help the kids with their project, a check can be sent and made out to Amery Schools and on the memo line write Amery to Amory project. I have invited the class to the March council meeting to tell us more. I am very proud of the work these students and the work they are doing.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR To the Editor, Since 2017 to today more Americans were killed by white Americans than US troops killed in war zones in Northern Africa and the Middle East. These mass shooters didn’t sneak across our borders or arrive through the immigration lottery or through the chain migration process.

The US averages 11,000 deaths by gun violence a year. There seems not to be a priority regarding spending for mental health issues or for gun safety issues in our legislature. The 2018 budget did autho-

rize $700 billion in defense spending, and the president wants $23 billion to build a wall on our southern border.

Why can’t we spend billions or more on making our schools the safest places in America? Isn’t it time for us to sacrifice some of our luxury for the safety of our children? Can we amend the 2018 budget to include this security in our homeland?

Kurt Zemke Rice Lake

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Citizens have a right to electronic records

BY JOHN FOUST YOUR RIGHT TO KNOW

Computers have made examining government records easier than ever. The smallest townships across Wisconsin post the meeting agendas and minutes online. And websites for government agencies at all levels contain an enormous amount of Your Right other information. to Know Electronic records John Foust are also available on request. Say you want to see a skate-park-feasibility study you’ve heard about. You can request this record from the agency that keeps it, and receive it via email. The whole

process can be completed in minutes.

In the past, such a request might have meant days of waiting for a paper copy with a perpage reproduction cost, as well as postage. A requester might have to first send a check to cover these costs.

Fulfilling requests in a digital fashion benefits both hard-working public employees and the curious public. It saves time and effort. The cost of reproduction is negligible.

There are other advantages in having a record in electronic form. Reading a 50-page paper study takes a long time, but it takes only seconds to search and find a particular phrase within a document on your computer.

And sometimes the paper copy doesn’t tell the whole story. The term “metadata” describes everything in an electronic document that

doesn’t appear on a printed page. This may include, say, the name of the file, such as “Secret Meeting Agenda.docx.”

Most files also contain the author’s name and information on when it was created and last modified.

In July 2016, the UW System officials refused to release their annual budget proposal, as they had in past years, claiming it had not been finalized. The proposal wasn’t distributed until 90 minutes before the Board of Regents met to take it up, eliminating any chance for public scrutiny.

The metadata revealed that no changes had been made to this allegedly unfinished document since six days before the meeting.

Last month a Dane County judge ruled that Rep. Scott Krug (R-Nekoosa) should have supplied more than a thousand emails in digital form because

the requester specifically asked for them in that format.

Legislative staff had offered more than 1,500 pages of paper printouts for in-person review at an Assembly office, with copies available at 15 cents per page.

The requester who brought the suit was Bill Lueders, president of the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council.

“The records were virtually unusable in the provided hard copy because they could not be searched,” the lawsuit said.

Lueders requested emails that Krug received from constituents on proposed changes to the state’s water laws. To properly fulfill this request, Krug’s office likely located the responsive emails using the search function within their email program, looking for particular phrases and bill numbers.

Shouldn’t we all have the

benefit of this convenience?

Providing records in piles of paper makes them less usable and requires requesters to physically travel to where the records are located to avoid paying for hundreds and even thousands of pages of copies.

The Legislature’s policy discourages inquiry and prevents an easy examination of public information.

If you want records in electronic form, ask for them that way. And that’s how responsible officials will provide them—with or without the intervention of the courts.

Your Right to Know is a monthly column distributed by the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council (www.wisfoic. org), a group dedicated to open government. John Foust is a Council member and a computer consultant in Jefferson.

Signs of hope

BY LEE H. HAMILTON COMMENTS ON CONGRESS

Call me a contrarian. Or even a Pollyanna. But when everyone around me is filled with gloom and despair, seeing dire portents in every political headline, I try to find trends that encourage me.

And I’m finding them.

It could be that my hopes the Comments outrun realities. But on Congress I’m guardedly Lee Hamilton optimistic that’s not the case.

If there’s a single theme that ties them together, it seems to me that many people are beginning to view government with greater realism as to what it can do about improving the quality of life of our people.

Don’t get me wrong — there are still plenty of Americans who believe that government is best which governs least, and many others who reflexively turn to government to solve our problems. Including some who profess to dislike govern-

ment.

Still, amidst all of the past year’s political turmoil — in fact, in no small part because of it — there’s been a renewed understanding that this country is a work in progress; that it’s not yet finished creating itself. And so Americans of all ideological stripes are determined to question and challenge features of the political environment that concern them.

They’re looking at divisive issues like immigration with a dose of realism — an assessment of what should and can be accomplished — that hasn’t always been evident before. They’re standing up for better treatment of women and confronting the costs of past assumptions. They’re marching and protesting. They’re running for office. They’re scrutinizing public figures more carefully than in the past. In other words, there’s an energy and a vitality in the system that were hard to glimpse before.

Because politicians are pretty good at adjusting to the public mood, they’re becoming a shade less divisive, less polarized, less partisan, and maybe

even less intolerant of different opinions. I’ve even seen some strike a note of humility. It’s possible I’m reading too much into this, but I think a growing number of Americans are tired of rancor, and are reasserting their respect for a nation founded on the principles of

They are beginning to see, I hope, what it means to be an American citizen: that you can’t be too dogmatic, that we need to accept differences and extend to everyone the opportunity to become the best they can be. “out of many, one” and “freedom and justice for all.”

And so there are signs of more flexibility in political life — of politicians and ordinary Americans shying away from implacable positions. They recognize that it’s a big coun-

try and we have to make it work. They are beginning to see, I hope, what it means to be an American citizen: that you can’t be too dogmatic, that we need to accept differences and extend to everyone the opportunity to become the best they can be.

This is crucial, because the United States is changing in dramatic ways — becoming less white, less rural and suburban, more urban, more racially diverse, possibly a bit less religious. In many parts of the country there’s an understanding that whether we like it or not, our daily lives are affected by globalization and by forces exerted from far outside our immediate communities.

Now, there are plenty of counter-trends to everything I just said, and these get a lot of attention — indeed, they dominate our view of where the country stands right now.

But as I survey the country and speak to different groups, I keep getting glimpses of the more hopeful trends I outline.

So the question I come away with is, can they be sustained, nurtured, and enhanced?

And there, I’m afraid, I’m less hopeful. Because the an-

swer depends upon the quality of our political leadership. For the most part, I don’t see our most prominent leaders stepping forward with the determination to move the country in a more unified direction. We’ve always risen to the challenge of deep-seated, fundamental change in the past, but that doesn’t mean we always will.

So where does that leave us as citizens? I think it falls to us to push the hopeful trends forward, to make them so obvious that they can’t be ignored. If we’re not at a crossroads, we’re certainly not far from one, and in the end, it’s up to each of us which direction we’ll take as a nation.

Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar, IU School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

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Luck guidance counselor charged with inappropriate student contact

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

A complaint fi led Feb. 9 in Polk County Circuit Court alleges that a former Luck High School guidance counselor, 55-year-old Vern A. Longhenry, exchanged sexually inappropriate text messages with a 15-year-old student.

Longhenry resigned from his role as High School Guidance Longhenry counselor following an internal investigation at the school in early December.

The following message was sent to

parents in the Luck School District on Dec. 8 by District Administrator Cory Hinkel: “The district received a student complaint against one of our staff members earlier this week. The administration investigated these allegations and while the investigation was ongoing the staff member resigned. The alleged conduct constitutes immoral conduct as defined

by Wisconsin Statutes. Therefore the district has reported the situation to the Department of Public Instruction.”

Longhenry had been employed at the Luck School District since 2001.

In the complaint, the victim reported to authorities that she had obtained

Taser breaks up early morning mayhem

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Police were forced to use a Taser to subdue an out-of-control man at an Osceola apartment Feb. 11, according to police reports.

Police were called to the apartment around 4:30 a.m.

Zachary T. Joachim, 22 of Joachim Grantsburg could be heard screaming from outside the apartment according to reports, and was reported as drinking heavily, out-of-control and breaking items including furniture.

Once on scene, witnesses reported that Joachim allegedly pushed one person into a wall,

and attempted to strangle another individual to the point that they could no longer breathe and were changing color.

Officers report asking Joachim to calm down and get on the floor, but Joachim allegedly refused and swore at the officers. After several warnings, Joachim allegedly approached the officer and a witness in an aggressive manor, as described in the report. The officer used a Taser to subdue Joachim until backup arrived.

Joachim was transported to the hospital due to a facial laceration.

He was subsequently arrested and has been charged with felony strangulation and suffocation, and misdemeanor battery, resisting/obstructing, and disorderly conduct.

Polk County Arrest Reports Monday, Feb. 12, 2018 Clinton D. Hobby, 50, Osceola, was arrested on Feb. 5 for domestic disorderly conduct.

Cindy L. Kervina, 34, Amery, was arrested on Feb. 6 for bail jumping.

Michael W. Kaul, 47, Balsam Lake, was arrested on Feb. 6 for domestic disorderly conduct, and three counts of misdemeanor bail jumping x2.

Benjamin A. Johnson, 27, Woodbury, MN, was arrested on Feb. 6 for OWI (operating while intoxicated) 4th.

John W. Hancock, 49, homeless, was arrested on Feb. 8 for possession of paraphernalia, marijuana and methamphetamine.

Cody T. Ballew, 22, River Falls, was arrested on Feb. 11 on a warrant and obstructing an officer.

Zachary T. Joachim, 22, Grantsburg, was arrested on Feb. 11 for strangulation, battery, resisting an officer and disorderly conduct.

Thomas R. Olsem, 50, Luck was arrested on Feb. 11 for resisting/ obstructing an officer and disorderly conduct.

Neal M. Anderson, 47, St. Croix Falls, was arrested on Feb. 6 for OWI 2nd and PAC (prohibited alcohol content) 2nd.

Valerie A. Hollingsworth, 43, Clear Lake, was arrested on Feb. 8 for OWI (1st) and operate w/PAC over 0.15 (1st).

Michael S. George, 59, homeless, was arrested on Feb. 9 for OWI causing injury 2nd and hit and run – injury.

Zachery R. Tohm, 22, Balsam Lake, was arrested on Feb. 5 for a probation hold.

Shania C. Hedlund, 20, North Branch, MN, was arrested on Feb. 5 for a probation hold.

Paul B. Otto, 61, New Richmond, was arrested on Feb. 5 for remand.

Andrew J. Lehman, 39, Milltown, was arrested on Feb. 6 for a probation hold.

Kenneth J. Beaupre, 48, Barron, was arrested on Feb. 9 on a warrant.

These entries are based on information provided in a Probable Cause Report (facts reported by the officer at time of arrest).

These alleged incidents are not a reflection of the information brought forth in a formal criminal complaint. As always, an arrested person is presumed innocent until convicted by a judge or jury.

Longhenry’s cell phone number so she could talk to him about problems with other students. The victim reported that the text messages became sexual in nature just after Thanksgiving, and that Longhenry asked her to delete the messages. The same victim also stated that Longhenry “patted” her on the buttocks more than once, and also made remarks about her breasts. She showed the messages to a teacher, who reported the activity to administration.

A forensic examination of the victim’s cell phone recovered a sexually explicit text exchange between Longhenry and the victim on Dec. 4, 2017.

Longhenry reported his phone missing during that same time period,

sending a school-wide email inquiring as to its whereabouts, according to the complaint.

The complaint also states that independent witnesses confirmed exchanging communication with Longhenry at the time he reported his phone missing.

Longhenry is charged with exposing a child to harmful descriptions, a class I felony punishable by as much as 3 ½ years imprisonment and/or $10,000 in fines.

He makes an initial appearance in Polk County Circuit Court on March 19.

Alleged Amery drug house shut down

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Authorities say that a Town of Lincoln duplex has been the cite of an alleged drug house where methamphetamine was sold, according to a criminal complaint filed this week in Polk County Circuit Court.

A Feb. 14 search warrant at the 85th Ave. residence led to the arrest of two Amery men, Bryan G. Warner, 32 and Joshua M. Vossen, 32.

Upon initial quesVossen tioning, Warner admitted that he knew people had recently stopped at the home to buy meth, but that he didn’t participate in meth use and it was Vossen who was “bad off” and needed help.

A search of Warner’s bedroom told a

different story. The criminal complaint states that a bubble pipe and bag of methamphetamine were found in his room, along with a small amount of marijuana and a pipe.

In Vossen’s room officers are alleged to have found a scale with methamphetamine residue along with empty gem bags used to package methamphetamine, as well as another bubble pipe and two bags of methamphetamine totaling just under two grams, and a one hitter pipe and marijuana.

Both men are charged Warner with possession of THC and drug paraphernalia, and maintaining a drug trafficking place. Vossen is also charged with possession w/intent of amphetamine (<3g), and Warner is charged with possession of methamphetamine.

Amery Area Municipal Court Amery Area Municipal Court was held in Amery on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2018. The following cases were heard: City of Amery— Timothy J. Davis, 49, Barron, criminal damage to property, $439.

Patricia A. Duncan, 55, Hudson, operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Dean A. Gehrman, 54, Deer Park, fail to obey traffic officer/sign/signal, $98.80.

Eric R. Gunderson, 54, Amery, non –registration of auto, $98.80; operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Thomas J. Hartmann, 57, Amery, operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Janet M. Hunter, 23, Amery, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Kristi L. Mahoney, 36, Amery, operating after suspension, $124.

Michele A. Meidinger, 61, New Richmond, operate without carrying license, $73.60; speeding on city highway (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Jared W. Nelson, 25, Amery, operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

David H. Olson, 19, Amery, operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Keith M. Swanson, 30, New Richmond, possession of controlled substance, $376.

Village of Clayton— Robert D. Gillette, 67, New Richmond, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

17 year old, Clayton, non-registration of auto, $98.80.

Village of Clear Lake— David K. Benson, 18, Clear Lake, theft-movable property <=$2500, $350.

Bryce J. Brooks, 18, Clear Lake, disturbance of the peace with motor vehicle, $124.

Thomas H. Conley, 18, Superior, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Tristan J. Denver, 21, Clear Lake, underage drinking – procures, $250.

Patricia A. Gerber, 49, Cameron, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Dylan B. Matter, 19, Amery, failure to yield right of way, $98.80.

Matthew E. Mikesh, 42, Camanche, IA, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Ibrahim I. Mohamud, 32, Barron, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Baileey M. Peterson, 19, Spooner, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Allison R. Sedahl-Sahm, 19, New Richmond, underage drinking – possess 17-20 (2nd), $313.

Kayla M. Steffen, 27, Milltown, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124; operate motor vehicle without insurance, $124.

JUVENILE: 14, Amery, operate without valid license, $124.

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Amery Police Report 1/31/18-2/15/18 01/31/18, 09:10AM, Vehicle lockout 01/31/18, 04:05PM, Drug activity 01/31/18, 10:17PM, Building alarm 02/01/18, 12:58AM, Suspicious activity 02/01/18, 01:50PM, Theft from car 02/01/18, 02:15PM, Welfare check 02/01/18, 05:33PM, Business alarm 02/01/18. 08:44PM, Assist EMS 02/01/18, 09:05PM, Assist motorist 02/01/18, 09:30PM, Assist Amery Fire 02/02/18, 01:01AM, Assist other agency 02/02/18, 05:39AM, Suspicious activity 02/02/18, 10:34AM, Juvenile call 02/02/18, 02:30PM, Juvenile call 02/02/18, 04:20PM, Assist other agency 02/03/18, 11:40AM, Assist citizen 02/03/18, 12:30PM, Animal control call 02/03/18, 09:38PM, Juvenile call 02/04/18, 10:51AM, Business alarm 02/04/18, 11:16AM, Gas drive off 02/04/18, 01:52AM, Noise complaint 02/04/18, 03:30PM, Assist other agency 02/05/18, 06:49PM, Animal control

call 02/05/18, 07:06PM, Vehicle lockout 02/06/18, 12:10PM, Assist citizen 02/07/18, 07:49AM, Motor vehicle accident 02/07/18, 10:15AM, Suspicious activity 02/07/18, 01:24PM, Motor vehicle accident 02/07/18, 03:30PM, Traffic complaint 02/07/18, 04:00PM, Mental health call 02/07/18. 04:45PM, Disturbance 02/07/18, 06:04PM, Suspicious activity 02/07/18, 06:14PM, Juvenile call 02/07/18, 06:20PM, Assist citizen 02/07/18, 08:24PM, Suspicious activity 02/08/18, 11:36AM, Welfare check 02/08/18, 04:27PM, Assist citizen 02/08/18, 07:52PM, Assist in a civil matter 02/08/18, 08:49PM, Assist other agency 02/09/18, 08:45AM, Juvenile call 02/09/18, 12:00PM, Juvenile call 02/09/18, 06:35PM, Motor vehicle vs. pedestrian accident 02/10/18, 02:11AM, Assist other agency 02/10/18, 02:46AM, OWI traffic stop 02/10/18, 05:23AM, Assist other agency 02/10/18, 11:50AM, Suspicious activ-

ity 02/10/18, 04:30PM, Truck through the ice/OWI 02/10/18, 09:41PM, Traffic complaint 02/11/18, 04:10AM, Traffic complaint 02/11/18, 07:05PM, Mental health call 02/11/18, 07:56PM, Welfare check 02/11/18, 09:30PM, Juvenile call 02/11/18, 11:27PM Juvenile call 02/11/18, 11:39PM, Mental health call 02/12/18, 09:00AM, Assist citizen 02/12/18, 10:20AM, Warrant arrest 02/12/18, 11:15AM, Juvenile call 02/12/18, 01:09PM, Juvenile call 02/12/18, 08:09PM, Juvenile call 02/12/18, 10:17PM, Assist other agency 02/13/18, 12:06AM, Assist other agency 02/13/18, 08:50AM, Assist citizen 02/13/18, 03:20PM, Juvenile call 02/13/18, 04:55PM, Traffic complaint 02/13/18, 05:08PM, Disturbance 02/14/18, 10:55AM, Motor vehicle accident 02/15/18, 05:30AM, Vehicle lockout 02/15/18, 06:33AM, Criminal damage to property 02/15/18, 08:30AM, Traffic com-

plaint 02/15/18, 08:46AM, Assist Fire Department with car fire 02/15/18, 09:07AM, Juvenile call 02/15/18, 11:57AM, Theft report 02/15/18, 01:13PM, Assist citizen Arrests: Brandon M. Lieffring 36 of Balsam Lake. Possess Methamphetamine, Probation Hold Matthew J. Thorud, 27 of Centuria.

Operating After Revocation, Failure to Install IID Clint Froemming, 40 of Amery. Possession of Methamphetamine, Possess Drug Paraphernalia Tami Rocha-Mathews, 47 of Amery.

Possession of Methamphetamine, Possess Drug Paraphernalia.

Michael George, 59 of Altoona, WI. OMVWI Causing Injury, 2nd Hit and Run causing Injury Alicia Ash, 28 of Amery. OMVWI 1st Jeremy Falz, 29 of Amery. OMVWI Causing Injury Troy Buffington, 38 of Amery. Probation Hold

Polk County Circuit Court Appearance date: Feb. 6, 2018 Andrew K. Ahlstrom, 23, Champlin, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Nathaniel A. Anderson, 23, Centuria, operating while suspended, $200.50; display unauthorized vehicle registration plate, $238.30.

Joshua A. Barry, 23, Frederic, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10.

Timmothy Blanchette, 32, Frederic, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50.

Zachary M. Bonjean, 18, Lakeville, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Hillary L. Bowers, 39, Centuria, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Joshua N. Brunner, 21, Howards Grove, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

William J. Calvin, 34, Forest Lake, MN, operator fail to have passenger seat-belted, $10.

Jeffrey E. Claude, 62, St. Paul, MN, speeding on semi-urban highway (1-10 mph), $ 175.30.

Christopher M. Close, 46, Ellsworth, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Christopher M. Dahlstrom, 40, Frederic, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10.

Amy J. Eliason, 44, Luck, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Amery G. Ellingsworth, 41, Amery, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Ryan J. R. Esparza, 36, Somerset, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

David J. Groszewski, 25, Luck, driving too fast for conditions, $213.10.

Sara M. Hillyer, 23, Onamia, MN, driving too fast for conditions, $213.10.

Viktor E. Johansen, 22, Frederic, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Charles T. Keith, 57, Siren, improper stop at stop sign – no clear line, $183.30.

Dawson K. Kobernick, 17, Cameron, operate motor vehicle without 2 headlights, $162.70.

Mitchell A. Krueger, 25, Rhinelander, operating while suspended, $200.50; failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Justin D. Landsberger, 22, Siren, failure of operator to notify police of accident, $389.50; driving too fast for conditions, $213.10.

April K. Lindberg, 18, Osceola, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10.

Lesly C. Lopez, 20, Osceola, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Timothy A. Nelson, 55, Taylors Falls, MN, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Darren R. Olson, 29, Clear Lake, operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50.

Robert J. Ottman, 28, Chippewa Falls, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Kristine D. Palmer, 64, Luck, fail to yield while making left turn, $175.30.

Wanda J. Petersen, 50, Roberts, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Samual L. Pewaush, 21, Frederic, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Jason E. Potter, 38, Blaine, MN, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Janis A. Rodgers, 71, Amery, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Joshua S. Hrbek Rust, 30, Turtle Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Tristan C. Stokes, 20, Sheldon, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Kimberly M. Taber, 29, Luck, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Scott C. Thell, 53, Somerset, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Fredrick D. Tourville, 55, Amery, operating while suspended, $200.50; failure of operator to notify police of accident, $389.50; failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Melissa J. Ward, 47, Dresser, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Abigail S. White, 22, Menomonie, failure of operator to notify police of accident, $389.50.

Mayaann N. Wundrow, 17, Amery, minor transporting intoxicants in MV, $263.50; fail to stop at stop sign, $175.30.

Neng Xiong, 62, St. Paul, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Paul M. Zak, 57, Somerset, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Appearance date: Feb. 13, 2018 Jason A. Aronson, 47, Milltown, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Alexander P. Ashton, 28, St. Paul, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Matthew J. Bierbrauer, 31, Osceola, discharge firearm from/across highway, $217.90.

Wendy K. Bluhm, 49, Osceola, fail to yield for yield sign, $175.30.

Annmarie K. Campeau, 34, Balsam Lake, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Dennis A. Davison, 69, Centuria, fish with more than 3 hooks/lines/baits (1-2 over), $182.70.

Peter L. Doll, 34, Frederic, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Shannon M. Ellefson, 44, Luck, operate without

valid license (1st violation), $200.50.

Nicholas R. Gjerstad, 24, St. Croix Falls, fish with more than 3 hooks/lines/baits (1-2 over), $182.70.

James M. Goodwin, 24, Osceola, passing at intersection, $200.50.

Justin W. Haffner, 31, New Richmond, fish with more than 3 hooks/lines/bait (1-2 over), $182.70.

Thaddeus J. Hahn, 52, Prior Lake, MN, fish without license – R, $192.70.

Marcus A. Hazen, 25, Chippewa Falls, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Sophia J. Hendricks-Loehr, 18, Luck, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Paula R. Hermansen, 40, Balsam Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Marcus J. Hibbard, 26, St. Croix Falls, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30; operate motor vehicle without adequate muffler, $175.30.

Jeffrey C. Hollenback, 58, Columbia Heights, MN, operate snowmobile without trail sticker, $295.

Thomas M. Jirik, 70, Amery, possess fish 25% or less over bag limit, $278.

William J. Johnson, 50, Hudson, fish with more than 3 hooks/lines/baits (1-2 over), $182.70.

Felicia A. Jones, 31, Osceola, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Joshua M. Larson, 34, River Falls, fish without license – R, $190.70.

Josie L. Larson, 33, Royalton, MN, operator fail to have passenger seat-belted, $10.

Scott D. Leitz, 51, St. Paul, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Jeremy S. Littlepipe, 23, Luck, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Justin Lopez, 24, Centuria, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Madelyn K. Lysholm, 17, Osceola, fail to stop at stop sign, $175.30.

Brianna S. Marlowe, 22, Rice Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Kayla M. Martin, 27, Centuria, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30; speeding on semi urban highway (30-34 mph), $295.

Luke D. Matyska, 37, Dresser, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Dillon R. McKenzie, 16, Osceola, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Linda M. Mikkelsen, 69, Luck, fail to yield while making left turn, $175.30.

Melissa A. Moe, 49, Wilson, fail to yield while making left turn, $175.30.

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110 Years Ago February 20, 1908

80 Years Ago February 24, 1938

C. Petersen & Co. Store and Warehouse Burned

Locals Beat St. Croix Cagers by 35-34 Score

C. Petersen & Co.’s store, warehouse and stock of general merchandise, of this place, were totally destroyed by fire last Sunday morning.

The fire originated in the rear of the warehouse sometime before 3:30 a.m., and before it was noticed or the alarm could be given both that and the store building were in flames.

Mrs. J. L. Harkinson was the first to discover the fire and immediately aroused the Dr. who gave the first alarm.

The firemen and others worked faithfully and saved all buildings adjoining from damage either to stock or structure, with the exception of Christiansen & Parslow’s barber shop the fixtures of which were slightly damaged in moving, as was also a part of A. A. Peterson’s stock. The Bank of Amery and Amery Electric Company also sustained slight losses.

The cause of the fire is unknown.

The loss is estimated at between $8,000 and $10,000, with $6,200 insurance.

It is the company’s intention to rebuild in the early spring and we all sincerely hope they will for they are one of our foremost and most stable business houses.

Especial credit is due the Amery Electric Co. and their capable operator Miss Laura Peterson for the efficient manner in which calls were sent to firemen and others. Without this system and its effective management it is very probable that the fire would have consumed the greater part of the block.

For Northern Wisconsin it was fitting that the thrilling basketball game here Friday night in which Amery nosed out St. Croix Falls by one point in the final split second of the game, be called “The Battle of the Century”.

For it was a battle, one the likes of which has not been enjoyed by fans here within the memory of local sports. The score was 35-34, and the chagrined St. Croix bunch went home a disappointed bunch of youngsters, while the Amery sport population celebrated with shouts of gusto on the street after the game.

The game began with both teams scoring heavily in the first quarter, but in the second half Amery forged ahead through the brilliant shooting of “Smokeball” Jones and Pete Gehrmann. Amery was leading 28 to 17 at the end of the half.

The tide turned in the second half when St. Croix began their traditional “last half” stand by evening the score at 30-30.

The last quarter of the game became a rough and tumble affair, with fans shouting so loud, the players could not hear the referee’s whistle.

Finally came the most critical point. With less than a minute to play St. Croix was in the lead 34-33. In the final 60 seconds Kelly shot for the basket, missed, and Henke recovered it at the free throw line. From there he shot and made it, and a second later the whistle blew and all was over but the shouting – and what shouting. The crowd went wild and kidded the St. Croix rooters unmercifully.

Rev. H. R. Hogan is Peoples Choice Rev. Hogan of Spring Green, Wis., preached in the Congregational church here last Saturday evening and Sunday morning and evening, and made a very favorable impression upon all who heard him.

The only obstacle now seems to be the question of raising a salary sufficient to recompense him, and that should not prove to be an item worth mentioning now that it is possible to secure this excellent man who is the choice of every person concerned with the movement to have an English speaking church.

Our village has two good, strong Lutheran churches where two of the most able pastors in the state hold services.

We also have a good Catholic Church where intermittent services are held. Now if this English speaking, protestant church is supported, as it should be, we will have an exceptionally strong combination of religious bodies working together for the common good and moral uplifting of the community.

Last Telephone Switchboard Operator Younger generations may not recognize what is happening in this photo, but it shows the manual telephone switchboard when operator’s handled each and every call. Mrs. Irene Olson is shown during the last days of the manually operated switchboard in the Clayton exchange before it was modernized after being purchased by the Amery Telephone Company.

105 Years Ago February 27, 1913 Freak of Nature Dr. H. E. Mooney received his freak calf from the taxidermist at Stillwater last week and pronounces it an excellent job of mounting.

The calf has two fully developed bodies joined at the shoulder, seven perfect legs, eight feet and only one head and is really the freakiest freak ever born.

Many animals on this order are shown but those who have seen this one claim that it is the only fully developed freak they have ever seen.

The calf was born on the Hans Wick farm near the red bridge, about a month ago.

Severe Blizzard Hits Area By far the most severe storm of the year and one of the worst blizzards in years visited this section last Friday and Saturday. The thickly falling snow was driven almost horizontally by the terrific north wind and was piled in mammoth drifts against every obstruction, leaving the round absolutely bare where there was noting against which it could lodge.

The mercury fell rapidly from 38 above on Wednesday to 28 below zero on Sunday - a change of 66 degrees in four days.

Largest Creameries in the World The three largest creameries in the world are, Baldwin, Barron and Clear Lake, ranking in the order named. Proof positive that northern Wisconsin leads the world for dairying.

Timber Still Plentiful We were told when we came here a number of years ago that the timber was all cut and sawed. We’d like to see the man who made that statement standing on a corner in -20

degree weather, in abbreviated costume counting the loads of bolts, ties and cord wood and the fine pine, oak, tamarack, basswood and elm logs that are daily being hauled in.

Of course the haul is longer in most instances and the timber more scattering than it was years ago, but there is still enough on almost every farm for wood and building material.

100 Years Ago February 28, 1918 Have We No Rights?

Sheriff Ole H. Peterson was down from Balsam Lake Tuesday with Chas. A Flick of Frederic who has been more or less in Mr. Peterson’s care for some months past. Mr. Flick is “An Honorable Man” and Sheriff Peterson was mean enough to take him into custody for exercising one of the rights of a married man. He whipped his wife.

We were unable to learn whether he did it for fun or for exercise. Anyway he has changed his mind and gave bonds to keep the peace.

Has a married man no rights under the law?

90 Years Ago March 1, 1928 Florida Gater Here A. O. Dalberg shipped an alligator from Florida the first of the week, and the reptile is now reposing in a specially constructed tank in the basement near the furnace. Later he will be put on exhibition at the Burman & Dalberg store.

Now if A. O. will only bring back a large bale of sunshine and warm weather when he and Mrs. Dalberg return Saturday we will all try to “winter through”.

85 Years Ago February 23, 1933 Tea Cup Topics Don’t throw away your old wisdom teeth! They make beautiful rings, hand carved and mounted on gold or ebony, says Paris. No, we are not joking. Size is the only thing that differs materially from a human molar and an elephant tusk, and you’ll admit there is beauty in carved trinkets from the latter. Just get used to the hand carved tooth idea, because dentist offices are being besieged with offers for spare teeth. With the artist’s touch here and there they make excellent rings, pins, bracelets and necklaces. You won’t recognize your own tooth when the jeweler finishes with it.

The pistol beautifier is a pretty potent piece of nonsense.

You’re supposed to pull it out of an evening bag at the theatre, brandish it until you have your neighbors either in a swoon or ready to call the police, then point the muzzle at your nose, get a grim expression and pull the trigger. “Ping!” says the little black gun as it spouts a shower of powder on your nose.

Your spectators fall limp in their seats!

This is supposed to be done with a master touch of nonchalance, just as though you were doing the most ordinary of things.

Leather earrings matching the trimming on shoes and purses are proving popular among people who enjoy true novelties. They are light in weight and can be decorated with tiny appliqued motifs in gold or silver. One pair of lizard feet dangling from a delicate ear are decorated with tiny toes in gold.

60 Years Ago February 20, 1958 Temperature Dips Twice to -30 This area continued to feel the chill of a cold wave the past week. Only during this period things really got chilly, the NSP government observation station at Back Brook reports.

Sunday the temperature dropped to 30 below and went one degree lower to -31 below on Monday. What’s more, below zero temperatures ranged from -5 to -16 on three other days during the stretch.

45 Years Ago February 22, 1973 Check Forgers Take $600 in City Police officers are seeking a pair of bad check artists who have bilked merchants in a trail from Mora, Minn., to Amery and Milwaukee.

The duo spent three days in Amery from Feb. 2-4, leaving behind about $600 in worthless checks, which were passed at the Brookview Motel, Wayne’s Café, J & B Shoe Store, B & B Clothing, Lincoln Store and Chet Johnson & Sons Drug Store.

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HANSON: Judge stresses victim’s innocence, calling out Hansen’s continued finger pointing down.”

The victim, who today is struggling with his own behavioral issues and sexual exploitation, enticement, legal ramifications, wrote a letter to the trafficking, solicitation, and abuse— court. charges that in total could have “I went from a star athlete to a kid brought 205 years of imprisonment. who was failing every class. I miss In the two years to follow the case school,” he said. would bounce through four different Rennicke brought with him a belt and judges and three separate prosecutors, wrist guards that Hansen was alleged with Hansen eventually settling on a to have used to restrain the victim. plea of no contest to three of the origi“It was planned. We have special nal seven charges, at a fraction of the equipment. Wristguards that were used maximum penalty—just 10 ½ years to tie up the victim. Belts that were total incarceration and nine more under supervision. And no mandatory sex used to bind the victim’s feet. We have holes in this belt that obviously weren’t offender registration. meant to hold up a person’s pants.”

This Monday afternoon, Judge Scott Rennicke described damning statements made to law enforcement in the course of the investigation that were in contrast to those made in the Pre-Sentence Investigation (PSI).

“Just as a rhetorical question, how many of has ever seen someone else’s 13 or 14-year-old child naked? How many of us have accidentally touched someone else’s 13-year-old child’s penis?

How many of us own leather shackles or leather belts with little holes drilled into them so that they can’t possibly be used to hold up your pants, but are meant to bind up somebody’s feet and ankles?”

Rennicke presented the court with a school photo of a happy, well-adjusted 13-year-old victim, and added an apology letter and restitution for counseling to his list of recommendations.

Hansen’s attorney, Bruce Anderson, put Hanson on the stand to refute statements made by the victim in the PSI, and to explain the belt and wrist guards.

“On my night stand I have a leather punch, because I was trying to lose weight. And he was asking me one day about how it worked. So I showed him JESSICA DE LA CRUZ | AMERY FREE PRESS how to punch a hole,” said Hansen.

Virgil Hansen, 67, steps away from the stand The wrist guards? Just left laying where he refuted claims made by the state around after an old carpel tunnel surabout how a belt, wrist guards and broom gery, according to Hansen. handle were used.

Anderson, advocating for probation Needham would close the final sentenc- and conditional county jail time, reasoned that Hansen’s upstanding status ing chapter in Hansen’s case, demandin the community, lack of bail jumping ing that the 67-year-old spend the next or bond violations, and the fact that no four years of his life at Dodge Correcadditional victims had come forward, tional Facility, another eight years on supervised release, and a lifetime of sex all made his case.

“This was illegal play because of [the offender registration. victim’s] age,” explained Anderson.

Assistant District Attorney James “[The victim] complained of a [back] Rennicke, the lead prosecutor in the injury, and Virgil was doing what a case, argued for a longer prison senfirst responder would do. And he does tence to include 8 ½ years of incaradmit he brushed [the victim’s] penis.” ceration. Rennicke pointed to classic Anderson suggested that the victim grooming behavior by Hansen, victim had initiated the contact with Hansen, blaming, minimizing of his offenses, and cited his juvenile record. and more.

“He had Virgil in a bad situation,” “The very nature of these allogations Anderson continued. are that the conduct “I don’t think the pristakes place in private on system is where rather than public. So Mr. Hansen needs to as the victim’s father be.” stated, nobody really Hanson spoke for knows what happened over six minutes on other than the victim his own behalf, unand the defendant,” scripted, and at times said Rennicke. “It’s rambling with no almost a Jekkyl and Judge Scott Needham clear point to be made.

Hyde type situation.

St. Croix Couty Circuit Court Judge “I know things got There’s a public kind of out of hand persona and a private when we were horsing around. There persona.” was never any intent to hurt [the vicThe victim’s father and grandmother tim].” spoke during the sentencing, describHansen talked about a decline in ing an average, happy 13-year-old, who the victim’s behavior starting in 2014, loved sports and was the star of his reciting various conversations the two team. had had, and the many times when he “He became quiet, and the sports he innocently gave the victim money to loved dearly became not so important,” he said. “He’s 17 now. He has pain in his buy things, like the time he’d broken up with his girlfriend. arms and back from being hung upside FROM PAGE 1A

‘What happened, quite honestly, shocks the collective conscience of this county and this community.’

“I’d give him and other kids rides to school two to three times a week,” he said.

[The victim] and any other kids I’ve always helped out if they needed help with something.”

Hansen spoke at length about his own personal health history, including various orthopedic issues of the past two decades, and more recently diabetes, gout, high blood pressure, and an undiagnosed intestinal issue.

The reason became clear.

“I never did get around good.

There’s no way I could have hoisted him to the ceiling of the garage or whatever,” said Hansen, who had already pleaded to the charges.

“I’m very sorry for my actions, I should have known better. The JESSICA DE LA CRUZ | AMERY FREE PRESS touching and that...a teenager or “We have holes in this belt that obviously weren’t a young kid, as an EMT we need meant to hold up a person’s pants,” illustrated James parent permission. I just went Rennicke, lead prosecutor for the case. out of my mind, but I don’t like was classic grooming. The seriousness to see a kid hurting either.” speaks for itself,” added Needham, Judge Needham’s final words spoke echoing Rennicke’s Jekkyl and Hyde for everyone else. comparison.

“Repulsive, disturbing, disgusting, “Mr. Hansen, you’ve led a rather depraved, violent. Those are the words exemplary life of public service. On the that came to mind for me when I read surface, a citizen who many would look what happened. What happened, quite up to. But the rhetorical question is, honestly, shocks the collective conwho is the real Virgil Hansen? The pubscience of this county and this commulic persona I’ve described? Or the now nity.

67-year-old who ties up little boys na“Hopefully justice will be served ked, ties them to posts out in the yard, today,” said Needham. grooms them, gives them money…it “This is not his fault. He did absolutely nothing wrong. If nothing else can be is beyond this court’s comprehension.

And when I think after 24 years on the said, I will scream that message today.” bench I’ve seen it all, I haven’t.”

Needham expressed concern over For each of the two counts of child what appeared to be Hansen’s pattern abuse, Hansen will serve 1 ½ years of of victim blaming throughout both the initial confinement and an additioncomplaint and during the PSI. al 2 years of extended supervision.

For causing mental harm to a child, Needham ordered four years of incarceration followed by an additional four years of extended supervision.

But he also ordered the sentences be served concurrently, or at the same time, meaning in total Hansen will serve four years in prison followed by an additional four years of extended supervision.

Although the offenses were not sexual in their definition, Needham went a step further in mandating lifetime sex offender registration for Hansen, something that was not required.

“I am satisfied given the nature of JESSICA DE LA CRUZ | AMERY FREE PRESS these crimes that that is necessary to “Who is the real Virgil Hansen?” asked Judge protect the public,” he added.

Needham. “The public persona I’ve described?

Hansen was also ordered to have no Or the now 67-year-old who ties up little boys contact with children under 18, and naked, ties them to posts out in the yard, either the victim or his family, and will grooms them, gives them money…And when I think after 24 years on the bench I’ve seen it all, undergo a sexual deviance evaluation.

He was also fined $5,000 and must I haven’t.” undergo any additional programming recommended by the Department of “I find your explanation of the belt Corrections. incredible. To suggest that you had a District Attorney Jeff Kemp spoke on leather punch in your bedroom and you behalf of Rennicke about the outcome. were showing this young man how to “Today Judge Needham sentenced punch a hole, is incredible.

Virgil Hansen to the next four years of “As I read through the PSI and read his life in a Wisconsin State Prison, on through the complaint, it appears as supervision until February of 2026 and if there’s almost a pointing of a finger, a lifetime of sex offender registration. that a fault should be laid at the feet While the District Attorney’s Office of this…boy, that in some way he was argued for a longer prison sentence, complicit or invited the acts that were the judge has the ultimate say. In the perpetrated on him. And again I say, end, our community is protected from no.”

Virgil Hansen and most importantly, Needham read from the PSI. the healing process can now begin for “’[The victim] was complaining of a this brave young victim, his family and sore back and he touched [the victim’s] our community.” penis.’ Well, last time I checked my anatomy, one’s back and one’s penis are not in the same area.”

“I concur with the state that this

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

Many small group Bible Studies are held during the week.

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

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

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

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

BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery, Dan Watland, pastor Wednesday, Feb. 21: 9:15 a.m. Bible Study with Paul Oman at Wapo; 6 p.m. Confirmation class.

Sunday, Feb. 25: 8:30 a.m. Youth Sessions; 9 am Adult Video class; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:15 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday, Feb. 27: 8:30 a.m. Quilting at Elim.

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

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

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

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

CLEAR LAKE UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship.

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

CONGREGATIONAL, 201 N. Harriman Ave., Amery Barry Schaefer, pastor Wednesday, Feb. 21: 11:30 a.m. Family Table Meal; 3:30 p.m. Homework & Hangout; 6 pm. Soup Supper; 6:30 p.m.

Lenten Service; 7:15 p.m. Money Management.

Thursday, Feb. 22: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study.

Friday, Feb. 23: 9 a.m. Pastoral Leaders; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining; 6 p.m. Club Scout Banquet; Christ Jam registration deadline.

Sunday, Feb. 25: 10 a.m. Worship; 11:15 a.m. Missions and Social Concerns meeting; 5 p.m. Brownies meeting.

Monday, Feb. 26: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall open; 6 p.m.

Color Blast meeting; 7 p.m. Boy Scouts.

Tuesday, Feb. 27: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9:30 a.m.

Senior Dining Hall open; 10 a.m. Bible Study - Death and Resurrection of the Messiah.

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

DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Feb. 21: 5:30 p.m. Meal; 6 p.m. JAM/Confirmation; 6 p.m. Video Presentation; 7 p.m. Lenten Service, all at Trinity.

Thursday, Feb. 22: 9 a.m. Deronda Quilting.

Sunday, Feb. 25: 9:30 a.m. Deronda Worship.

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

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

EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Wednesday, Feb. 21: 6 p.m. Confirmation.

Sunday, Feb. 25: 9:30 a.m. GIFT; 10:30 a.m. Worship; 4 p.m. Financial Peace University.

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.

Wednesday, Feb. 21: 6 p.m. Soup Supper; 7 p.m. Worship Hour.

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.

Sunday school has changed to J.A.M. (Jesus & Me) Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m.

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

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 a.m.

FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, Feb. 21: 6 p.m. Lenten Supper served by youth; 7 p.m. Worship.

Thursday, Feb. 22: 8 a.m. Bible Study; 8:30 a.m. Quilters; 4:30-6:30 p.m. Meatball Dinner; 7 p.m. Al Anon.

Saturday, Feb. 24: 9-11 a.m. First Communion class.

Sunday, Feb. 25: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school, Choir.

Tuesday, Feb. 27: 7:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study, FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Wednesday, Feb. 21: 6 p.m. Soup; 7 p.m. Lenten service.

Sunday, Feb. 25: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 9:40 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. Traditional worship; 11 a.m. Fellowship; 11 a.m. 5th Rotation Teachers meeting; 7 p.m. Choir practice.

Tuesday, Feb. 27: 9 a.m. Quilting; 1 p.m. Prayer Shawl mtg.

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: 11 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 10:15 a.m.

Bible Class Thursday morning 10 a.m.

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

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

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

These weekly church messages are contributed by the following:

Altering Destiny “The end of all things is near.

Therefore be alert and of sober mind so that you may pray.

Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.”

—1 Peter 4:7-8 NIV

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ill things be different after we die? There is a natural tendency to think that there will be a radical transformation after death, that we will be unburdened by our bodies and that our souls will fly off to heaven and be united with God. But then shouldn’t we prepare our souls now to be with God? The truth is that God won’t be changing, and probably neither will we. Our souls and the virtues and appetites we cultivate become more or less permanent parts of who we are. If you have cultivated a spirit of love and compassion in your life, and live in the presence of God, you can certainly expect more of this in the hereafter, but if you have cultivated a spirit of anger and hatred, or any of the other vices, these have become a part of your soul. Fortunately, these things can be changed, but only with steadfast hard work and a conscious decision to alter our characters. We can change our destiny, but only if we do the hard work necessary to change our characters. If you aren’t living in the presence of God now, what makes you think you’ll be in his presence in the hereafter? Live now as you would for eternity. – Christopher Simon

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

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

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

JOURNEY CHURCH, 131 Broadway St., Amery 715-268-2223 www.journeychurch.city Sunday: Worship service 9-10:15 a.m.; SS for all ages from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Monday: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Moms in Prayer.

Wednesday night programs; free family dinner begins at 5:45 p.m.; Kids Club (ages pre K-5th grade) and DW Youth Group (grades 6th-12th) follow from 6:15-7:30 p.m.

Saturday: 7-8 a.m. Men’s Bible Study at the Journey Church Teen Center.

LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, Feb. 21: 5:30 p.m. Meal; 6 p.m. JAM/Confirmation; 6 p.m. Video Presentation; 7 p.m. Lenten Service, all at Trinity.

Thursday, Feb. 22: 9 am. LF Quilting Sunday, Feb. 25: 11 a.m. Little Falls Worship.

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; 7 p.m. Adult Bible.

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

Wednesday Night Prayer.

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

OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, Feb. 21: 12 p.m. Table Talk Men; 3:30 p.m.

Holy Bash; 5 p.m. Soup Supper; 6 p.m. Evening Prayer; 6:30 p.m. Lenten Worship; 7:15 p.m. Youth BRB. Thursday, Feb. 22: 8:30 a.m. Bible Study.

Friday, Feb. 23: 5:30 p.m. Parents’ Night Out Sunday, Feb. 25: 9 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 10:15 am. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Lenten Adult Education; 6:30 p.m. Holy Communion Class.

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, Feb. 21: 5:30 p.m. Soup and Sandwich Supper; 5:30 p.m. Confirmation; 7 p.m. Lenten Service.

Sunday, Feb. 25: 9:30 a.m. Worship; 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship.

Monday, Feb. 26: 10 a.m. Ladies Bible Study.

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.

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DEATH NOTICES 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 715-483-1113 Sunday: 10 a.m. First, second and third Sunday, 715-5533386.

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

Mass: 8 a.m. Thursday.

Mass: 8:30 a.m. Sunday.

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

Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass.

Tuesday 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Wednesday 9 a.m. Mass.

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

Friday 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Special events: Friday, Feb. 23: 5:30 p.m. Stations of the Cross; Monday, Feb. 26: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Blood Drive; Tuesday, Feb. 27: Stations of the Cross after 9 a.m. CS. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, Feb. 21: 7 p.m. First Midweek Lenten service.

Thursday, Feb. 22: 1 p.m. Bible Study.

Sunday, Feb. 25: 8 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Fellowship.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Wednesday, Feb. 21: 7 p.m. First Midweek Lenten service at St. John’s.

Sunday, Feb. 25: 9 a.m. Sunday school; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. Confirmation.

Tuesday, Feb. 27: 6:30 p.m.Bible Study.

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, 76 20th Ave., Clear Lake John Redlich, pastor 715-645-2230; Head Elder Paul Hasman 715-671-3697 Saturday Services: Adult and Children’s Bible Study 9:30 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 715-7190283 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, Feb. 21: 5:30 p.m. Meal; 6 p.m. JAM/Confirmation; 6 p.m. Video Presentation; 7 p.m. Lenten Service, all at Trinity.

Sunday, Feb. 25: 8 a.m. Worship.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, Feb. 21: 5:30 p.m. Community Meal; 6 p.m.

Kid’s Blast/CREW; 6:45 p.m. Team 3 Practice.

Sunday, Feb. 25: 8:45 a.m. Sunday school/Confirmation; 9:30 a.m. Worship Team 3; 10 a.m. Worship service.

Tuesday, Feb. 27: 8 a.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer; 1 p.m.

Ridgeview Small Group.

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

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

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

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Rexford D. Brandt, pastor Wednesday, Feb. 21: 9 a.m. Men’s Work Group, Quilters; 5-6:30 p.m. Soup/Sandwich Supper; 5:45 p.m. Confirmation class, HS Extreme Sacrifice; 7 p.m. Lenten Worship.

Thurday, Feb. 22: 10 a.m. Bible Study.

Sunday, Feb. 25: 8 and 10:30 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Coffee Hour; 9:15 a.m. Sunday Spark, Studio 7/8.

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.

Robert E. Riley, 82, Amery, died Tuesday, Feb. 20, at Golden Age Manor.

Funeral services are pending with WilliamsonWhite Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Amery.

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

Lenten Bible Study announced at Library A 5 session Lenten Bible Study will be offered at the Amery Public Library conference room Wednesday mornings, Feb. 21 through March 21.

It will be led by Pastor Dan Watland of Balsam Lutheran Church from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m.

All are welcome.

At the Lighthouse Center Free brats and hot dogs at the Lighthouse Center, 315 S. Main St., Rice Lake Saturday, February 24th, 7 – 9 pm. Everyone is welcome – come and enjoy, have fellowship and music will be provided by Gene Stodola, Rice Lake.

More information call 715-790-3665.

Author to speak at New Life Community Church Feb. 25 Not one of us escapes pain in this life. Jesus Himself said, “In this world you will have trials, but I have overcome the world.” - John 16:33 Everyone experiences loss in this life in one form or another. There are many temporary remedies, but it’s only through intimacy with Christ that we can find lasting healing for our fragile hearts and minds.

Debbie and Joe Mayer lost their three daughters on New Year’s Day of 2004, when they were killed in an automobile accident on their way to brother Joey’s wedding. Now Debbie has written a book called, “After the Crash — Grieving with Hope in Light of Eternity” and will be at New Life Community Church on Sunday, Feb. 25 at the 10 a.m. service to share how God came to her in her brokeness during and after the storm. The truths she speaks of will invite you into a place of intimacy with Christ, where you will find true freedom.

New Life Community Church is located at 119 Birch Street West in Amery.

Please join us for Lenten Services Wednesdays, Feb. 21, 28, March 7, 14 & 21 5:30 p.m. Soup, Sandwich & Fellowship 7 p.m. Worship Service

Redeemer Lutheran Church 600 Keller Ave. S, Amery Phone 715-268-7283 “Sharing God’s Love Through Jesus Christ”

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Evelyn R. Martinson

Judith A. Johnson

Jerry D. Heyer

Evelyn Ruby Martinson, age 94 of Wanderoos, Wisconsin passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2018 at the Christian Community Home in Osceola. She was born on November 15, 1923 in Garfield Township, WI to George E. and Esther Marie (Dahlstrom) Johnson.

Evelyn grew up in Garfield Township, attended school at Bear Lake, and graduated from St. Croix Falls High School. After graduation, she lived and worked on the family farm.

On March 14, 1946, Evelyn was united in marriage to Arden Martinson in Stillwater, MN. They made their home on Evelyn’s family farm where they raised their daughter, Beverly. In 1956 the family moved to Wanderoos, Wisconsin.

In addition to working on the family farm, Evelyn also worked at the cheese factory in Amery and Wanderoos. She was active in the Wanderoos Community Club and Wanderoos Lions Club, and a lifelong member of Bethesda Lutheran Church. Evelyn also enjoyed crossword puzzles and especially loved going to the ball park in Wanderoos, where she and Arden spent much of their time enjoying and participating in all the activities at the ball park.

Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband, Arden; son-in-law, Al Olson; two brothers, Edward and Gordon Johnson, and a sister, Marion Johnson.

She is survived by her daughter, Beverly Olson; grandsons, Brandon (Michelle Evans) Olson and Brock Olson; great grandchildren, Connor and Kennedi Olson; and many other loving relatives and friends.

Funeral services were on Monday, February 19, 2018 at Bethesda Lutheran Church-Sand Lake in rural Dresser, Wisconsin. A visitation was on Sunday, February 18, 2018 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery, as well as the hour prior to the service at the church.

Burial will take place at the Bethesda Cemetery.

Pallbearers are Lee Martinson, Tim Martinson, Matt Andersen, Greg Martinson, Chris Sorensen and Michelle Evans. Honorary pallbearers are Don Martinson, Chuck Martinson, Jody Hubred and Donna Andersen.

To sign an online guest book a view a video slide show, visit www.williamsonwhite.com.

Arrangements were made with the WilliamsonWhite Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Amery.

Judith A. Johnson, 65, of Danbury, died on Friday, February 16, 2018 at the Shell Lake Health Care Center. Born Judith A. Nelson to parents Henry and Sophran “Fran” (Geist) Nelson in Neillsville, WI on July 18, 1952.

Preceded in death by the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, preceded to heaven by the same. As a 1970 nurse’s aid, she joyfully found work in pediatrics to geriatrics in clinics, nursing homes, and hospitals.

She attended the University of Wisconsin-Marshfield, Stevens Point, and Superior, areas of study: art and education. She loved to show her children how to help others - whether opening a door for an elderly person or helping a mentally challenged child with a religious project. If I have helped one person to find joy and hope in life, I have succeeded.

Preceded in death by her parents and father-inlaw Howard Johnson, nephew Joshua Nelson, good friends Maureen Maurer and son Donald J. Maurer and Margaret Asp. Survived by her husband Arlie of Danbury, WI, mother-in-law Erma Johnson of Amery, WI, son Christopher (Kristy) Maurer of Marshfield, WI, daughters Carey (Chad) Martin of Appleton, WI, Katherine (Jim) Schneider of Green Bay, WI; step-daughters Shelley (Troy) Wagner of Roscoe, IL, Rachael Dodge of Hudson, WI, Alicia (Kyle) Lovgren of Hudson, WI, Roberta (Gary) Bruce of Clear Lake, WI; grandchildren Amanda, Ashley, Andrew, Hayley, Vadin, Caressa, Lindsey, Lucas, Ava, Cierra, Christian, Michael, Miranda, Alexis, Macey, Kylie; brothers, Ronald (Monie) Nelson of Medford, WI, Bruce (Eleanor) Nelson of Fall Creek, WI, Larry (Kathy) Nelson of Arpin, WI. A Funeral Service honoring the life of Judy Johnson will be held on Thursday, February 22, 2018 at 11:00 AM (visitation 10:00-11:00 AM) at Lakeside Community Lutheran Church, Webster, with Pastor Bill Schroeder officiating.

Lunch will be provided following the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Lakeside Community Lutheran Church - Vacation Bible School, 28626 County Road H, Webster, WI 54893. https://www.youcaring.com/lakesidecommunitylutheranchurchvbs-1103000 Arrangements have been entrusted to SwedbergTaylor Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com.

Jerry D. Heyer, age 81 of Clayton, WI, died on Saturday, February 10, 2018 at the Golden Age Manor Nursing Home in Amery, WI after a long battle with cancer.

Jerry Dean Heyer was born on August 6, 1936, in Clayton, WI the son of George and Ione (Bastian) Heyer. He grew up in Barron and Polk counties and attended schools at Barron and Clear Lake, WI. Jerry enlisted in the US Army in 1959 and was honorably discharged in 1961.

He went to work as a printer at the Clear Lake Star newspaper for many years. He also drove a milk route for Harold Graber Trucking in Turtle Lake, WI. Jerry was married to Connie Linder on May 11, 1991 in Amery, WI, and they later divorced.

In his spare time, he enjoyed riding motorcycle and was an avid bowler. He will be sorely missed by his family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents; George and Ione Heyer.

Survived by brothers and sisters, Alan (Suzanne) Heyer of Clayton, Denis (Vicky) Heyer of Roberts, Georgia Leverty (Dean Soderberg) of Clear Lake and Janis Lee of Seattle, WA; step-children, Chad (Danielle) Phillips of Amery, Jenny Kube (Josh Zimbrick) of Amery and Mary (Justin) Stalheim of Amery; 7 Grandsons and 3 Grandaughters; 8 Nieces, 7 Nephews, family and friends.

Memorial Service is on Thursday, February 22, 2018, at the Scheuermann Funeral Home in Clear Lake, with Pastor Margaret Grant officiating. Visitation is prior to the service from 5-7 p.m.

Interment in the Clayton Cemetery at a later date.

Military Honors will be by the Clear Lake Area Veterans Honor Guard.

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

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14A AMERY FREE PRESS LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Jerald Dennis Losness a/k/a Dennis Losness Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 18PR15 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth October 26, 1932 and date of death December 16, 2017 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 606 Pondhurst Drive, Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is May 15, 2018.

5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500.

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar February 6, 2018 Paula J. McDonald 996 Fern Road Hudson, WI 54016 612-209-1343

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Leanna L. Spanner Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 17PR26 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth September 10, 1956 and date of death April 17, 2017 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 611 Keller Ave. S., Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is May 11, 2018.

5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500.

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar February 8, 2018 Brian D. Byrnes, Byrnes Law Office LLC 123 Keller Ave. N. Amery, WI 54001 715-268-5000 Bar Number 1032419

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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Ronald J. Hastings DOD: February 22, 2017

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY In the Matter of the name change of: Kimberlai Anne Moore-Sykes By (petitioner) Kimberlai Anne Moore-Sykes

Notice to Creditors for Summary Assignment (Formal Administration) Case No. 2017 PR 40 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. A Petition for Summary Assignment was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth September 14, 1934 and date of death February 22, 2017 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 579 105th Street, Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

3. The right of a creditor to bring an action terminates three months after the date of publication of this order. Creditors may bring an action by A. filing a claim in the Polk County Circuit Court before the property is assigned.

B. bringing a suit against the assignee(s) after the property is assigned.

4. The property may be assigned to the creditors and interested persons after 30 days have elapsed following the publication of this notice.

BY THE COURT James A. Krupa Court Commissioner February 13, 2018

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Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing Case No. 18CV36 NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: Kimberlai Anne Moore-Sykes To: Kimberlai Anne Moore Birth Certificate: Kimberlai Anne Moore IT IS ORDERED: This petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Polk County, State of Wisconsin, before Judge Jeffery Anderson, Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, WI, on March 16, 2018 at 1:30 p.m.

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

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Between 1960 and 1970, Wisconsin climbed from 12th among the states to 5th. Ten years later, Wisconsin had dropped to 19th, but again cracked the top 10 in 1993 (10th) and 1994 (7th). Since then, the Badger State has been among the top 10 states in 12 of 21 years (the latest Census figures are for 2015).

In 2015, the state dropped to 15th.

This information is a service of the Wisconsin Policy Forum, the state’s leading resource for nonpartisan state and local government research and civic education.

State Patrol currently recruiting for troopers and inspectors The Wisconsin State Patrol is currently recruiting people ready to begin a career as a trooper or inspector. Recruits who successfully complete the paid, 26-week training period can work towards many potential roles within the State Patrol such as commercial motor vehicle inspector, crash reconstruction expert, airplane pilot, traffic, K-9 or motorcycle officer. The State Patrol’s 64th recruit class is set to begin training on September 16, 2018 at the State Patrol Academy in Fort McCoy. The application deadline is March 25, 2018. Interested candidates can learn more at wisc.jobs.

“At the Wisconsin State Patrol, we’re always looking for dedicated men and women who embrace challenge and feel strongly about public service,” said State Patrol Superintendent J.D. Lind.

Successful applicants will receive a salary plus meals and lodging while training (Monday to Friday) at the State Patrol Academy. After completing their training, troopers and inspectors typically work out of one of the State Patrol’s five regional headquarters. More information about careers with the Wisconsin State Patrol can be found on the WisDOT website. The State Patrol is an equal opportunity employer.

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Middle school students compete at Solo & Ensemble On Thursday, February 8 a group of Amery Middle School students traveled to Unity School for the WSMA Class B and C solo/ensemble contest. All the students worked very hard and should be commended on their performances. Congratulations to all the middle school musicians who participated.

Instrumental Class B Solos Firsts: Michel Lepak, Derrick Chute, Reese Benware, Ella Gould, Kaileigh Hosking, Raina Bryan, Sophia Danielson Class B Solos Second: Aidan Ziegler Class C Solos First: Maya Curtis, Hannah Justice, Bridgett Madison, Grace Carlson, Desiree Wishard Comment Only: Cassie Nicholas, Emily Braaten, Kylie Burch Vocal Class B Solo First: Sophia Danielson, Maverick Goulet Class B Second: Jonathan Lorsung, Jonathan Mahoney Class B Ensemble First: Sophia Danielson, Emily Oman Class C Ensemble First: Desiree Wishard, Kaitlyn Peterson Class C Ensembles Second: Veronica Fox, Grace Carlson, Bridgett Madison, Lucy Kube, Aurora Schwartz, Abby Webber, Maverick Goulet, Isaac Helbig, Miguel Herrera, Max Mike, Logan Osero, Chad Sarslandt Piano Class C Solo First: Sophia Danielson Class C Solo Second: Kaileigh Hosking Class C Duet: Logan Osero and Osten Osero Amery Middle School students participated in Solo and Ensemble competition in Unity on Thursday, Feb. 8.

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TOWN OF LINCOLN Plan Commission

February 26, 2018 Meeting Agenda

A quorum of the Town Board may be present The Plan Commission for the Town of Lincoln will hold their monthly meeting on Monday, February 26, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Town Hall -661 85th Street.

1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Verify Meeting Notice 4. Approve Agenda 5. Approve Previous Minutes 6. Public Comments 7. Reports of Chair/Commission Members 8. Approval of Plat of Pleasant Acres 9. Comprehensive Plan Discussion 10. Zoning Map Discussion 11. Municipal Court Discussion 12. Set Date & Agenda for Next Meeting 13. Adjourn Note: Agenda items may not be taken up in this order.

Stephanie Marciniak, Town Clerk – 715-268-4747 Published February 20, 2018 – Amery Free Press

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Polk County Board of Health and Human Services Member Needed The Polk County Board of Health & Human Services has a vacancy for a Registered Nurse member. Interested persons should complete an application form found at:

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Completed forms should be returned by March 2 to: Gretchen Sampson, Community Services Division Director, 100 Polk County Plaza, Ste. 50, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, or emailed to: gretchens@co.polk.wi.us For more information call 715-485-8506.

SEEKING PROPOSALS

The Housing Authority of the City of Amery is seeking proposals for the construction of 2 and 3 bedroom side by side duplexes. The floor plans should be no smaller than 1120 sq ft and no larger than 1600 sq feet. 2 stall garages must also be included.

Spec’s should include the following: •Excavating •Blacktop driveway (approx. 1,000 ft) •Haunch footings – Slab on grade •Underground utility room •LP Smartside – Prefinished siding •Architectural shingles •Interior Drywall Finish – Prime & Painted •Flooring – Carpet & Ceramic Tile •Pre-finished cabinets, doors and trim •Kitchen appliances, washer & dryer included •Plan Development – Project Management •Local Permits Submit plans and proposals to the Amery Housing Office 300 Harriman Ave. N. Amery, WI 54001 no later than April 1st, 2018. WNAXLP

NOTICE OF MEETING Amery Board of Education February 26, 2018

A Special Meeting of the Amery Board of Education is scheduled for Monday, February 26, 2018, at 6:30 PM in the Board Room. Business under review will include: I. Call to Order 6:30 pm II. Closed Session 6:30 pm Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data, of any administrator over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility in order to take Personnel Action pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c).

A. Personnel Action Items to be discussed in Closed Session III. Open Session Immediately following Closed Session IV. Consent Agenda Items A. Agenda B. Minutes C. Financial/Budget Reports D. Board Vouchers V. Action Items A. Property Detachment & Attachment- Mr. Kuchta B. School Board Appointment C. Policy Updates - First Reading D. Personnel VI. Adjournment DALE JOHNSON Clerk, Amery Board of Education In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the School District of Amery will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who wish to participate in public meetings. If you require an accommodation, please contact the District Office at (715) 268-9771 a minimum of 72 hours prior to the meeting. WNAXLP

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The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts presents

“Hymn-Sing/Her-Sing!”

An evening of favorite audience sing-along hymns accompanied by the Northern Lakes Chamber Orchestra.

Saturday, February 24 - 7:30 p.m.

The Northern Lakes Center for the Arts

113 Elm St. - Amery, Wisconsin - (715) 268-6811 Admission: Adults, $5.00 - Children, $1.00

United Covenant Church 348 5th Street NW, Clear Lake (on the corner of Hwy. 63 & Cty. Rd. J)

2nd Annual Outdoor Expo

Amery VFW

LINCOLN DAY DINNER

with Governor Scott Walker, Secretary of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection Sheila Harsdorf, Candidates for US Senate Leah Vukmir and Kevin Nicholson Our annual Lincoln Day Dinner (Polk County combined with St. Croix County) is on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at the St. Croix National Golf and Event Center at 1603 32nd St. in Somerset (SW corner of Hwy. 64/35 and Cty. Rd. V (past Fireworks Forever and T Buckets Bar) It all begins with a Reception at 5 p.m. and Dinner follows at 6:30 p.m.

To purchase the $35.00 ticket/person online go the St Croix County website, http://stcroixrepublican. org and click on the Lincoln Day Dinner and fill out an online form and pay with your credit card. You can still pay for a $35.00 ticket/person by sending a check to Pat Peterson 2004 110th Avenue Dresser WI 54009 715-755-2644. Advanced registrations needed to confirm headcount for caterer.

“Tales From The Wilds of Alaska” featuring Billy Molls

Saturday, March 3rd

Alan K. Walker Chair Republican Party of Polk County

4:00-7:30 p.m.

BARRON GUN SHOW

Billy Molls presentation 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Wild Game Chili Feed (free-will offering)

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

730 N. Wisconsin Ave., Amery

BINGO Every Thursday 6:30 p.m.

Bar Open 4 p.m.-? Thursdays & Fridays HAPPY HOUR 4-6 p.m.

Only $1.50 beer during Happy Hour (Reg. $2.25)

BIG LAKE

FISHING CONTEST 2018 Saturday, February 24 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Big Lake, Wisconsin All proceeds go toward stocking Big Lake, Round Lake and Church Pine Lake CASH PRIZES FOR PANFISH, BASS AND WALLEYE AND NORTHERN Come on out for a great time!

Adults: First Place $100, Second Place $50, Third Place $25 Kids: First Place $25, Second Place $15, Third Place $10

Barron Community Center

BUY SELL OR TRADE

800 Memorial Dr, Barron, WI

Vendors, Displays, Demonstrations, Door Prizes and more . . .

15th Annual

Amery Spring Show Featuring Home, Garden and Recreation Sponsored by the

Saturday, April 7, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

AMERY ICE ARENA

River Place Drive, Amery

Businesses call now to reserve your space We’ll have displays of building suppliers, financial institutions, car dealerships, home furnishings, water conditioning, contractors, electronics, appliances, ATVs, boats, docks, landscaping, heating/air conditioning, and more Contact Pam at the Amery Free Press 715-268-8101 today to get signed up! phumpal@theameryfreepress.com

Tickets: $12 (kids 5 and under fish free and receive a prize) Tickets can be purchased in advance or the day of the event at the Big Lake Store (715) 294-2342)

February 23, 24 & 25, 2018

Fri 3-8pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 9am-3pm $5 (14 & Under FREE) 608-752-6677 www.bobandrocco.com

Progressive Jackpot

Your share is over $2,747

Hundreds of door prizes!

ALL PARTICIPANTS ARE ENTERED TO WIN DOOR PRIZES. Need not be present to win.

For more information or to sponsor this event call 651-485-2451

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AREA BOWLING SCORES Club 53 Bar & Lanes, Amery MONDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Gary’s Electric.................................. 80.5 Tac Two .............................................. 75.5 Division 2 Dick’s Fresh Market .......................68.0 Shoreview ........................................ 56.0 High games: Rick Trauley 202, Bob Albee 216, Bruce Hammer 203, Jim Swanson 231, Rod Gehrman 213, Bob Gillis 225-245.

High series: Bob Albee 575, Bruce Hammer 556, Jim Swanson 606, Bob Gillis 659.

TUESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Waterside .........................................68.0 Northwest Communications ......50.5 Division 2 Club 53 ...............................................84.0 Chet Johnson Drug ..........................77.5 High games: Bob Oulette 255201, Will Schaffer 240, Chuck Wellman 247, Chad Elmer 224, Bill Peterson 226-246, Wade Prindle 300-269.

High series: Bob Oulette 638, Will Schaffer 591, Chad Elmer 576, Bill Peterson 618, Wade Prindle 752.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEN Division 1 Lamperts ..........................................90.0 Preferred Lawn.................................47.5 Division 2 Amery Fire Dept. .............................72.0 Club 53 ................................................ 67.5 High games: Adam Witthoft 217, Beau Gorres 258-216-214, Billy Vierkandt 206, Tyler Kilcoyne 206, Denis Carteron 205.

High series: Beau Gorres 688, Dave Fox 566, Billy Vierkandt 552, Denis Carteron 559.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY NIGHT WOMEN Division 1 Bremer ................................................82.5 Club 53 ................................................76.0 Amery Fire .........................................70.5 Division 2 Chet’s ................................................. 65.0 Amery Hospital .............................. 65.0 Northwest Communications .......61.0 High games: Jeri Cook 179, Diane Lewis 164, Arica Boudreau 159, Christine Gates 156, Gwen Wold 154, Bette Elmer 153, April Boe 151.

High series: Diane Lewis 448, Arica Boudreau 446, Jeri Cook 440, Sid Jones 430, April Boe 429.

Also check the Out & About page for area events

Perfect Game for Prindle Bowling at Club 53 Bar & Lanes in Amery on Tuesday, Feb. 13, Wade Prindle rolled a perfect 300 game. Congratulations!

Spare Time Bowling, Turtle Lake SPARE TIME MEN’S Week 23 Division 1 Scheps Dairy ...................................164.5 Hoff’s Construction ...................... 155.5 Danca’s Kar Korral ........................ 122.0 Busy B’s ............................................. 110.5 Division 2 Grosskreutz Crop...........................146.0 Hotel Bar & Grill .............................138.0 Anderson Storage ........................109.5 7 Brothers ..........................................99.5 Division 3 Austad’s Super Valu......................175.5 Spare Time....................................... 161.5 Sanmina .......................................... 128.5 Floor’s & More ................................ 122.0 Division 4 Clear Lake True Value ..................164.5 Lefty’s Hookers.............................. 159.5 Perfect Image ................................159.0 Cumberland Tire ........................... 124.0 High games: Jim Glowe 278, Brandon Anderson 268, Tom Roessler 265, Jordan Bloomberg 256, Jeff Becker 249, Larry Anderson 249, Thales Kirk 247, Chuck Bier 245, Scott Danca 239, Hjalmer Gerloff 237, Dean Munkelwitz 235, Rick Ignash 235, Wayne Ecklor 233, Sprout Molls 227, Richie Timm Jr. 226, Jacob

Anderson 226, Rob Erickson 225, Larry Larson 225, Dewey Fansler 224, Jim Pickard 223, Paul Schumacher 222, Jim Gores 221, Larry Heinz 216, Gary Warner 215, Chris Fredericks 214, Jeff Gackle 214, Mark Ullom 214.

High series: Jeff Becker 677, Larry Anderson 674, Brandon Anderson 671, Tom Roessler 666, Jim Glowe 645, Hjalmer Gerloff 642, Jordan Bloomberg 631, Chuck Bier 627, Richie Timm Jr. 626, Scott Danca 616, Jacob Anderson 616, Wayne Ecklor 616, Rob Erickson 611, Adam Zemke 605, Thales Kirk 605, Sprout Molls 603, Jim Gores 598, Jim Pickard 598, Taylor Bergmann 596, Gary Warner 595, Rick Ignash 591, Mark Ullom 579, Larry Larson 578, Skip Grosskreutz 576, Dewey Fansler 571.

M0NDAY NIGHT LADIES Week 22 Becker’s Trucking .............................91.5 Clear Lake Auto ..............................90.0 Spare Time Bowl............................80.0 No Wicks Moravitz .......................... 74.5 Countyline Dairy..............................72.0 Austad’s Super Valu....................... 67.0 Bowlin Buddies................................65.5 Little Debbie’s ...................................47.5 High games: Brenda Levine 201, Debbie Anderson 178-194, Angie Hornick 192, Laurel Cap 183-171-162.

High series: Debbie Anderson 525, Laurel Cap 516.

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Amery sends three wrestlers to state

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

CONTRIBUTED

Head Coach Mike Kelly, Jordan Penard, Mike Smith, Walker Ingham, Assistant Coach Mike Ingham and Assistant Coach Harry John. Penard, Smith and Ingham advance to the State Wrestling Tournament later this week.

The Amery wrestling team hosted a 2018 WIAA Division 2 sectional on Feb. 17 and earned two individual sectional titles on the way to a fourth-place team finish.

Fourth-ranked Amery freshman Jordan Penard punched is ticket to the state tournament by picking up two falls and a major decision on his way to a 113-pound sectional title. Penard (31-8) pinned Medford’s Jake Brunner in 1:40 and followed with a 5:51 upset pin against Ashland’s second-ranked Erik Gerovac in the semifinals. He then went on to defeat Spencer/Columbus Catholic’s eighth-ranked Dominick Wichlacz by an 11-2 major decision in the championship match.

Third-ranked junior Mike Smith also came home with a sectional title at 132 pounds after wrestling the majority of the season at 138 pounds. Smith (37-4) too had some dominant matches, pinning Neillsville/ Greenwood/Loyal’s Nathan Buchanan (25-15) in just 25 seconds in the quarterfinals and blasting 10thranked Zeke Sigmund (33-12) of Medford by a 10-0 major decision in the first place match. His toughest match of the tournament came in the semifinals where he topped Baldwin-Woodville’s ninth-ranked Jordan Bonte by a 7-4 decision.

Fifth-ranked 106-pound freshman Walker Ingham (40-2) suffered just his second loss of the year on his way to a second-place sectional finish.

After pinning Barron’s Alex Cox (28-13) in 3:00 and earning a 6-1 decision over Ellsworth’s honorable mention Bailey Poellinger (31-13), Ingham faced off with undefeated and sixth-ranked Jared Stricker (420) of Ashland in the championship match and lost by a 12-3 major decision.

Ingham bounced back to keep his spot at the state tournament by winning the second-place match by 7-2 score over Stanley-Boyd/Owen-Withee’s 11th-ranked Blaine Brenner (23-5).

Team Scores ERIC PAULSON ERIC PAULSON

Mike Smith won the Sectional at 132 pounds.

Jordan Penard won the Sectional at 113 pounds.

Ellsworth 140, Spencer/Columbus Catholic 101.5, Medford 55, Amery 60, Ashland 54, Stanly-Boyd/ Owen-Withee 52.5, Baldwin-Woodville 52, Northwestern 48, Neillsville/Greenwood/Loyal 43, Barron 38, Somerset 33, Chetek-Weyerhaeuser/Prairie Farm 31, Spooner/Webster 31, Prescott 30, St. Croix Central 20.5, Hayward/Northwood 15, Bloomer/Colfax 11, Osceola 9, Abbotsford/Colby 5, Regis Altoona 5, Rice Lake 2, Luck/Frederic/Grantsburg/Siren 0, Osseo-Fairchild/Augusta/Fall Creek 0

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Walker Ingham finished second at 106, suffering just his second loss of the season.

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Amery girls top Elk Mound in final regular season road game

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s girls’ basketball team kept its momentum going on Feb. 12 when it traveled to Elk Mound and picked up its fourth consecutive victory against the Dunn-St. Croix Conference’s third-place Mounders, 47-31.

“The girls competed hard and came away with a quality win against a good Elk Mound team,” said Amery Coach Gabe Brotzel. “This was a confidence boosting win for the girls heading into the tournament.”

The Warriors (16-5) drained three of five 3-point attempts in the contest and were 12-for-16 from the free throw line to help their cause.

Madelyn Granica continued to lead the Amery squad, compiling 21 points, nine rebounds, two assists and three steals.

Cheyenne Edwards also had a solid night with 10 points, four rebounds, two assists and a steal.

Also scoring for the Warriors were Ashley VanSomeren (four points), Lydia Monson (five points), Julia Engebretson (two points), Ella Schmidt (three points) and Abby Schmidt (two points).

Abby Schmidt contributed had four rebounds, three assists, a steal and a block as well. Engebretson recorded Amery’s only other block while Monson tallied two steals.

Elk Mound (17-5) had no double digit scorers but did receive 10 rebounds and eight points from Morgan Radtke.

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Warriors finish regular season with five-game winning streak

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

It wasn’t pretty, but Amery’s girls’ basketball team managed to finish its 2017-18 regular season with its fifth consecutive win when it defeated Baldwin-Woodville, 38-31, at home on Feb. 15.

“The girls struggled to get into an offensive rhythm against Baldwin, but did enough to get the win,” said Amery Coach Gabe Brotzel.

The only time this season, that the Warriors scored fewer points was in a 37-51 loss to St. Croix Central back on Dec. 15, 2017.

Madelyn Granica accounted for nearly half of Amery’s points, finishing with 18, and added a team-high 10 rebounds, two steals and two blocks.

Abby Schmidt pitched in eight points and six rebounds. Lydia Monson contributed two steals and three points. Cheyenne Edwards also had two steals.

Other Amery scorers were: Ashley VanSomeren (two points), Morgan Brotzel (three points), Julia Engebretson (two points, three rebounds) and Rachel Fouks (two points).

Brooke Evenson led Baldwin-Woodville with 15 points and 14 rebounds.

HEATHER GRANICA

Cheyenne Edwards shoots for three. Edwards had 10 points in the victory.

NICOLE ANDERSON

Clear Lake send four wrestlers to State Four Clear Lake wrestlers will travel to the State Wrestling Tournament, held Thursday Feb. 22 - Saturday Feb. 24. They are, from left: Nick Sempf, Ryan Anderson, Noah Wieczorek and Gabe Colbeth. Anderson won the Sectional Titie at 106 pounds, Wieczorek won the title at 220 pounds.

HEATHER GRANICA

Madelyn Granica takes a shot inside. Granica scored 18 points in the game.

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Victory over Cameron clinches Conference Title for CL Warriors

KENT HUGHES

Senior Calvin Rosen goes up strong for two of his 6 points versus the Comets.

With a decisive victory over conference rival Cameron Comets on Feb. 15, the Clear Lake Warrior Boys Basketball team clinched the Central Lakeland Conference Championship. The Warriors currently have a conference record of 11-0 with one conference game to go. Overall the team’s record is 20-0. Last season the Warriors shared the conference title with the Comets.

The first half of the game saw the Comets play a slowpaced, half-court offense, in an attempt to keep the ball from the Warriors. It led to a low-scoring first half with the Warriors leading 19-14 at the intermission.

In the second half the Warriors got off to a fast start scoring the first four points and extending their lead to nine.

Strong defense by Clear Lake kept the Comets at bay and allowed the Warriors more opportunities on the offensive end of the court. Clear Lake outscored their opponents 31-19 in the second half, leading to the 50-33 victory.

Leading scorers for the Warriors were Daymond Bad Horse and Bailey Blanchard who each tallied 12 points.

Junior Bryce Hacker added 7 points and Calvin Rosen put in 6. Blanchard and Hacker were both strong on the boards pulling down 10 and 9 rebounds respectively.

Head Coach Jason Sargent commented after the game.

“The coaches and I are very proud of how the boys have played this season and in particular how they played at Cameron to secure the conference title outright last Thursday night,” Sargent said. “There was a playoff atmosphere and intensity to the game, and the boys played at a high level, especially defensively, holding Cameron to just 33 points.”

The Warriors are currently ranked #4 in the state in Division 4. They join Xavier and New Glarus as the the only three undefeated teams in all divisions. Clear Lake will conclude their regular season campaign with two home games against Solon Springs and Prairie Farm.

Upon the conclusion of the regular season, the Warriors will begin postseason play. Clear Lake received the number one seed and will receive a first round bye. The Warriors will then play the winner of Colfax (9th seed) and GlenKENT HUGHES wood City (8th seed) on Friday, March 2. The game will be Daymond Bad Horse goes up and around Cameron’s Gunner played in Clear Lake.

Wilder for two of his 12 points.

“We hope to see some great fan support as we get ready for the WIAA State Tournament playoffs, “ Sargent added.

Warriors narrowly miss upset

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

A struggling Amery boys’ basketball team traveled to Osceola on Feb. 8 and walked away with a disappointing 38-45 loss in an upset bid against the 12-9 Chieftains.

The Warriors (4-15) shot 29 percent from 3-point land and 62 percent from the free throw line to hold the edge in both categories, but the Chieftains received double the opportunities at the free throw line and scored double the points off of Amery turnovers to secure the victory.

Zach Swenson gave Amery a big boost with 13 points, 10 rebounds and a block. Tyler Peterson contributed six points, five rebounds and an assist. Mason Spafford also pitched in six points, along with three rebounds, two steals and an assist.

Scoring four points each were Sam Fornengo, Ryan McBrayer and Chris McLeod. McLeod was the team assist leader, with three, while Fornengo added two assists. McBrayer added three blocks, four rebounds and two steals.

Galen Coy also provided two steals, and Mason Bosley, one point.

Osceola was led by Haakon Carlson with 13 points and five rebounds.

Prescott dominates Amery boys

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Amery’s struggles in boys’ basketball continued on Feb. 13 as the Warriors traveled to Prescott to take on the Middle Border Conference leading Cardinals and lost their seventh consecutive game, by a score a 28-77.

Prescott (19-2, 13-0 MBC) controlled all aspects of the game and received a 29 points, seven assist and five steal effort from Petey Brookshaw.

Amery (4-16, 2-11 MBC) was led by Zach Swenson’s 12 points and 11 rebounds.

Mason Spafford pitched in eight points.

Galen Coy was Amery’s assist and steal leader with three and two, respectively.

He also contributed two points and three rebounds.

Also scoring for the Warriors were Sam Fornengo (three points), Brett Swanson (two poins) and Tyler Peterson (one point). Ryan McBrayer hauled in six rebounds.

LISA MCBRAYER LISA MCBRAYER

Tyler Peterson shoots inside.

Zach Swenson puts up a shot. Swenson scored 12 points in the loss.

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Boys basketball postseason begins Tuesday

WIAA 2018 Boys Basketball Tournament ­ Division 3 [Last Updated: 02­18­2018 ­ 12:30PM] WIAA 2018 Boys Basketball Tournament ­ D

Tue, Feb 27 7:00 PM

Regionals

SECTIONAL #1

Fri, Mar 2 7:00 PM

Sectionals

Sat, Mar 3 7:00 PM

Thu, Mar 8 7:00 PM

#9 Somerset

Tue, Feb 27 7:00 PM

@Barron #1 South Shore

@Prescott

Regionals

Fri, Mar 2

7:00 PM

SECTIONAL #1

Sat, Mar 3

@South Shore

#5 Osceola

#16 Lac Courte Oreilles

@Osceola

TBD #9 Butternut

#12 Spooner

@Siren

@Saint Croix Central #8 Siren

#4 Saint Croix

Central #5 Washburn

@Washburn

#12 Mercer

#3 Ellsworth

TBD

#13 Frederic

@Solon Springs

@Ellsworth #11 Amery

#4 Solon Springs

@Hayward

#3 Luck

#6 Hayward

#7 Northwestern

#14 Shell Lake

@Northwestern

#11 Bayfield #10 Baldwin­Woodville

@Hurley

#6 Hurley

#7 Mellen

@Mellen

#10 Northwood

#15 Winter

Tue, Feb 27

@Drummond 7:00 PM #9 Wautoma

7:00 PM

@Arcadia #11 Bayfield #14 Cornell

#10 Adams­Friendship @Hurley

#11 New Auburn

#6 Hurley

@Eau Claire Immanuel

Lutheran #7 Mellen

#6 Eau Claire Immanuel

@Mellen Lutheran

#10 Northwood #7 Prentice #15 Winter @Prentice @Drummond #10 Birchwood

#1 Rib Lake @Owen­Withee @Rib Lake #2 Owen­Withee

#16 Prairie Farm

#9 Bruce

@ Northwestern

@Bloomer

#2 Bloomer

TBD

TBD

#8 Glenwood City

@Unity

@Spring Valley

#10 Chetek­

@Webster

Sectional Champion

TBD

@ Wisconsin

Rapids Lincoln

#6 Unity

TBD

#3 Webster

Amery

#11 Ladysmith

TBD

@ Waupaca

#4 Cameron

#13 Saint Croix Falls

@Cameron

#7 Spring Valley

Weyerhaeuser

TBD

TBD

@Grantsburg

Fri, Mar 2 @Wisconsin Dells 7:00 PM

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

Sat, Mar 3 7:00 PM

#3 Gale­Ettrick­ TBD Trempealeau

TBD @Gale­Ettrick­ Trempealeau

TBD

TBD

@Black River Falls

#2 Black River

TBD #2 Grantsburg

Sectional Champion

[Last Updated: 02­18­2018 ­ 3:30PM] Appleton East

Falls

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

@ Chetek­ Weyerhaeuser

Tue, Feb 27 Sat, Mar 10 7:00 PM 7:00 PM

Division 4 WIAA State Tourn

Regionals

Thursday, March 15

#9 Oconto Falls #1 Seed vs #4 S Tue, Feb 27

7:00 PM

7:00 PM#2 Seed vs #3 S

@Fox Valley Lutheran6:35 p.m.

@Almond­Bancroft #7 Wittenberg­

Birnamwood

#14 Marion

@Wittenberg­Birnamwood TBD

#11 Tri­County

#10 Northland Pines

@Port Edwards @Wrightstown

#6 Port Edwards

#2 Wrightstown

#7 Gresham Community

@Gresham Community

Sectional Champion

#10 Wisconsin Valley

Clayton

Clear Lake

TBD

@Elk Mound

#10 Fall Creek

@Regis Squirts

TBD

TBD

Goals: Brian Bantz, Jackson Dzuik

(3)

Assists: Jordyn Amick, Ethan Koch,

Sectional Champion

Jackson Dzuik

Saves: Levi Tylee 14

@ Antigo

1:00 PM

2/17/18

Game 1 vs Win

Tomahawk 4-3

7:00 PM

TBD

#6 Sturgeon Bay @Almond­Bancroft #3 Green Bay N.E.W

Lutheran

#14 Marion

#7 Oostburg @Green Bay N.E.W Lutheran

TBD

@Oostburg #11 Tri­County

#14 Sevastopol

#10 Chilton @Port Edwards

TBD

#11 Niagara

#6 Port Edwards @New Holstein

@Wausaukee Game Bay Lost 2-10 #7 Gresham Community 2 vs Silver #2 New Holstein

Goals: Jackson Dzuik, Brian Bantz

@Gresham Community #6 Wausaukee Assists: Jackson Dzuik #10 Wisconsin Valley

Saves: Levi Tylee 22 Lutheran

TBD

2/18/18

#7 Three Lakes

#15 Bowler @Three Lakes

Game 3 vs River Valley Win 4-3

@Assumption

#10 Gillett

Goals: Jackson Dzuik, Tavis Phil

lips, Nolan Koch

Ethan#2 Assumption TBDBabcock, Assists:

#15 Elcho

Ryan Shortess, Brian

Bantz(2), Tavis Phillips, Jackson #1 Phelps

@Suring Dzuik, Oscar Troff

#1 Valders

Squirts third at Hayward

@ Spooner

Sectional Champion

@ Oconto Falls

Squirts take home 3rd#2 Regis in Hayward

Chiller Challenge

@Whitehall

#6 Whitehall

#7 Elk Mound

Lutheran

@ New Richmond

TBD SECTIONAL #2 1:00 PM

#15 Bowler Regionals Sectionals

Sectionals

Thu, Mar 8 Sat, Mar 10 Sat, Mar 10 Thu, Mar 8 Sat, Mar 3 Fri, Mar 2

#9 Cedar Grove­

@Valders

Tue, Feb 27

@Assumption 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM

Belgium @Osseo­Fairchild

7:00 PM

#9 Augusta

#1 Columbus Catholic #2 Assumption

@Brillion

Sectional Champion

Sectional Champion

@Mondovi

@Columbus Catholic

#8 Brillion Division 5 #1 Phelps

#8 Mondovi

#16 Tigerton WIAA State Tournament

TBD @ Spooner @ Antigo

@Phelps Friday March 16 Semifinals

#5 Denmark

TBD

TBD 7:00 PM 1:00 PM #1 Seed vs #4 Seed #5 Cadott

#9 Pittsville

#16 Lena @Denmark #2 Seed vs #3 Seed

@Cadott 9:05 a.m.

@Loyal

TBD #12 Kiel

#12 Cochrane­Fountain

#9 Goodman / Pembine #8 Loyal

#13 Saint Lawrence

City

TBD

@Florence

Seminary

TBD

@Melrose­Mindoro

#5 Rosholt

#8 Florence @Sheboygan Falls

#4 Melrose­

@Rosholt

TBD

#4 Sheboygan Falls

Mindoro #5 Oneida Nation

#12 Northland Lutheran

@ Ashwaubenon @Neillsville

@Oneida Nation

TBD

TBD #13 Newman Catholic

#3 Southern Door #12 Valley Christian

@Wild Rose

TBD #3 Durand

#13 White Lake

#4 Wild Rose

@Southern Door

#11 Two Rivers

@Saint Thomas Aquinas

@ Wisconsin

@ Northwestern Rapids Lincoln

#4 Saint Thomas @Durand

#3 Almond­Bancroft #11 Stanley­Boyd

@Sturgeon Bay Aquinas 2:00 PM #1 Osseo­Fairchild

1:00 PM

TBD

@Xavier

Fri, Mar 2

#1 Columbus Catholic

#8 Fox Valley Lutheran

@Columbus Catholic

TBD

#5 Amherst #16 Tigerton

@Amherst

TBD #9 Pittsville

#12 Tomahawk

@Loyal

@Freedom

#8 Loyal

#4 Freedom

#5 Rosholt

@Rosholt

@ Amery

#12 Northland Lutheran

#3 Little Chute

TBD

#13 Newman Catholic

@Wild Rose

@Little Chute #11 Clintonville

#4 Wild Rose

@Peshtigo

#3 Almond­Bancroft

#6 Peshtigo

WIAA 2018 Boys Basketball Tournament ­ Division 5 @ Menomonie

#1 Xavier

SECTIONAL #2

@Clear Lake Sectionals

Thu, Mar 8 Sat, Mar 3 7:00 PM 7:00 PM

Division 5

#5 Cumberland WIAA State Tournament

Friday March 16 Semifinals @Cumberland #1 Seed vs #4 Seed

#2 Seed vs #3 Seed #12 Boyceville 9:05 a.m.

@ New Richmond

#2 Drummond #15 Clayton

TBD

#6 Stratford @Luck #3 McDonell Central

Catholic

#14 Shell Lake

#7 Arcadia @McDonell Central Catholic

TBD

#1 South Shore

#2 Drummond @West Salem

@South Shore #8 West Salem

#1 Rib Lake

#16 Lac Courte Oreilles

@Rib Lake #5 Mauston

#9 Butternut

#16 Prairie Farm @Mauston

@Siren #12 Westby

#9 Bruce

#8 Siren

@Flambeau #13 Nekoosa

#5 Washburn

#8 Flambeau

@Altoona

@Washburn #4 Altoona

#5 Turtle Lake

#12 Mercer

@Turtle Lake

#13 Frederic

#12 Gilman

@Solon Springs

#13 Greenwood #4 Solon Springs

#11 Viroqua

@Lake Holcombe

@Stratford #3 Luck

#4 Lake Holcombe

Division 3 WIAA State Tournament

Thursday, March 15 Semifinals

#1 Seed vs #4 Seed #9 Colfax

Sat, Mar 10 Sat, Mar 10 #2 Seed vs #3 Seed 7:00 PM 7:00 PM

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Youth Hockey Pee Wee A Home tournament this weekend for the Peewee A team.

2/15/18 Amery 2, Altoona 1

Goals: William Jensen, Leif Anderson Assists: Jasic Manning, Stewart Hellie Saves: Avery Starzecki 29

2/17/18 Amery 2, Hudson 1

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Goals: Daniel Koch, Kruse Yuhas Assists: Stewart Hellie Saves: Avery Starzecki 24

Fletcher Kjeseth prepares for a shot on a breakaway.

Hayward ices Warriors, 0-2

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Hayward Hurricanes pulled off something only one other team was able to accomplish this season as it shutout the Amery Warriors ice hockey team on Feb. 6. The 0-2 loss was Amery’s only shutout loss on its home ice during the 2017-18 season.

“This was a pretty even game

all night,” said Amery Coach Tim Henningsgard. “Both teams had many good chances to score, and they found the back of the net twice. Hockey is that way some nights.”

Hayward broke the scoreless play 7:25 into the second period on an even strength goal, and closed out the scoring 5:11 into the third period on a rare power play. Just four penalties were called in the

game - two on each squad.

Amery goalkeeper Ethan Mork finished with 26 saves while Hayward’s Gavin Abric tallied 30 saves.

“Their goalie has been outstanding all season,” Henningsgard said. “We knew we needed to go hard to the net all night, and their d-men didn’t make it easy on us.

Great job by them on the shutout.”

2/18/18 Championship South Central 2, Amery 1 Goals: William Jensen Assist: Stewart Hellie Saves: Avery Starzecki 20

Pee Wee B Pee Wee B Home Tournament

2/16/18 Amery 1, vs. Mounds View Irondale White, 5

Goal: K. Stinson Saves: A. Mork, 34

2/17/18 Amery 1, vs. Brainerd, 2 Goal: K. Stinson Saves: A. Mork, 42

2/18/18 Amery 6, vs. Northern Lakes Lightning, 3 Goals: M. Kelly, E. Greene 2, N. Martinson, K. Stinson, 2 Assist: E. Greene 2, J. Welu Saves: A. Mork, 32

This week’s sports Amery Boys Basketball 2-27 WIAA Regional @ Hayward

Amery Girls Basketball 2-23 WIAA Regional vs. Northwestern or Spooner 2-24 WIAA Regional TBD

Amery Wrestling 2-22, 2-23, 2-24 WIAA State Wrestling Tournament

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2-22 @ Shell Lake 2-27 WIAA Regional @ Owen-Withee

Members of the Amery Hockey team stand for the National Anthem before their playoff game against Baldwin-Woodville.

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Blackhawks oust Warriors from playoffs with third-period comeback

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

With a 2-3 loss to the Baldwin-Woodville Blackhawks, Amery’s boys’ ice hockey team wrapped up the 2017-18 season in regional play.

Amery (14-10) built a 2-0 lead 6:48 into the third period after a scoreless first period.

“Both teams really struggled to get going in the first period,” said Amery Coach Toam Henningsgard. Ethan (Mork) made some great saves to keep them off the board as we battled to keep it scoreless.”

“We played outstanding in the

second and most of the third,” he added. “We asked the boys to do a couple of different things and they executed perfectly.”

However, at the 12-minute mark of the final period, Baldwin-Woodville (16-6) caught a break and scored three unanswered goals over a perid of 4 and a half minutes to claim the come-from behind victory.”

“This was one of the most disappointing losses that we have had,” Henningsgard said. “To lose in the playoffs like this is a pretty tough way to end.”

Mac Smith scored Amery’s first goal on a power play at the 1:02 mark of the second period, and

Ryan Van Blaricom scored the second goal. Earning assists for the Warriors were Fletcher Kjeseth, Brett Forrest, Grady Martin and Chase Measner.

Mork finished with 30 saves while B-W goalkeeper Easton Lindus tallied 20 saves.

“I am really proud of the way we played all season, including tonight,” Henningsgard said. “We gave ourselves a great chance to advance to the semifinals. That was a goal at the beginning of the season, and we put ourselves in position to do that.”

Amery had previously lost to Baldwin-Woodville during the regular season, 1-7, on Jan. 16.

2-20 WIAA Regional vs. Bruce 2-23 WIAA Regional TBD 2-24 WIAA Regional TBD

Clear Lake Boys Basketball 2-22 vs. Prairie Farm 2-24 vs. Solon Springs

Clear Lake Girls Basketball 2-23 WIAA Regional TBD 2-24 WIAA Regional TBD

Clear Lake Wrestling 2-22, 2-23, 2-24 WIAA State Wrestling Tournament

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CINNAMON PECAN MUFFINS In large bowl, combine: 1/2 c. chopped pecans 1/3 c. brown sugar 1 tsp. cinnamon Remove 1/3 c. of the mixture and save.

Add to above and stir until just moistened: 2 c. biscuit baking mix 1 egg 2/3 c. milk 1/4 c. sour cream Put batter into a 12 cup sprayed muffin cups (or paper lined).

Sprinkle each muffin with some of the reserved pecan mixture. Bake at 400° for 15-18 minutes or until golden and done (toothpick test). Remove from muffin cups and put onto wire racks. Serve warm or room temp.

If you like the frozen Toaster Strudel, you might like to try this recipe. This serves two so if you want more, double or triple this recipe.

FRUIT STRUDEL PIZZA Toast as directed on package: 2 toaster strudel frozen cream cheese and strawberry pastries Put onto a plate and squeeze icing onto the strudels as directed on package.

Combine, divide and put onto the two strudels: 1/4 c. sliced strawberries 1/4 c. blueberries 1/4 c. raspberries Great for breakfast or dessert.

This is a fun food to enjoy. Goes with when you’re in a hurry, too.

BANANA AND PEANUT BUTTER POPS Cut 3 bananas in half and stick a wooden stick into the cut end.

Spread 1 tsp. creamy peanut butter on each banana (total of 6 tsp.)

Crush coarsely: 1 c. Chex cereal or your favorite Add and combine: 2 T. crushed peanuts Roll the bananas in the crushed cereal. Serve.

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This makes an attractive little dessert for any occasion. Make it in your muffin pan. Recipe makes 24 cups.

This makes a hearty quiche. It uses leftover cooked ham and hash browns. Make it, bake it and serve it.

CRESCENT AND WHITE CHOCOLATE CHERRY CUPS Remove 24 maraschino cherries from jar and pat dry. Set aside.

Roll out into a 8x12” rectangle: 1 can (8 oz.) refrigerated crescent dough Using a pizza cutter, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows, making 24 squares of dough. Put each piece into a sprayed muffin cup. Dough will not cover the whole cup but put piece into cup but don’t press too hard.

Let dough go up the sides. It does not need to cover the whole muffin cup. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until golden. Let cool in the cups then remove to wire rack.

While cups are baking, microwave in a MW safe smaller bowl: 1/2 c. white chocolate or vanilla baking chips 2-1/2 tsp. veg. oil Use 50% power on your MW, melt and stir every 30 seconds until chips can be stirred smooth. Put this into a resealable plastic bag.

Put the cups onto a serving plate or tray.

Put 1 cherry into each baked cup. Cut a small hole in one corner of the bag and ‘pipe’ the melted chips across the cherry and to the edges of the cups.

Hint: If you don’t like maraschino cherries, use a fruit of your choice.

HASH BROWN AND HAM QUICHE Sauté in large skillet until browned: 2 T. butter 4 c. frozen shredded hash brown potatoes salt and pepper to taste Press this into a 9” greased/sprayed deep dish pie plate, pressing some onto the bottom and up the sides like a pie crust.

In same skillet, sauté: 1 T. butter 1 medium onion, chopped 1/2 c. chopped green pepper 1/2 c. chopped fresh mushrooms Remove from heat and sprinkle with 2 tsp. flour.

Stir in: 3/4 c. fully cooked ham, diced 3 eggs, beaten 1/2 c. milk Put this mixture into the hash brown crust.

Bake at 350° and bake for 25 minutes.

Remove dish and add: 1/2 c. shredded cheddar cheese Return to oven and bake another 5 minutes or until knife inserted in center of the quiche comes up clean. Let stand 10 minutes, then cut and serve.

Serves 6-8.

Make this quick meal using leftover cooked chicken. Serve over toast, potatoes or rice.

CREAMED CHICKEN In saucepan, mix and heat over medium heat, stirring until mixture boils and thickens, stirring constantly: 1 can (12 oz.) evaporated milk 2 tsp. flour 1 green or red bell pepper, chopped (optional_ 1 chicken bouillon cube pepper to taste 1-1/2 c. cooked chicken, cubed Put creamed chicken over 4 slices toast, over cooked rice or cooked potatoes. Serves 2-4.

Tip: Make your meatloaf in a 10” deep dish pie dish. It will reduce baking time about nearly half.

Check to be sure it is done. When serving, slice into wedges and top with a scoop of mashed potatoes or amount you want.

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Valentine’s Day Romance Amery Memory Care (AMC) was transformed into a romantic bistro for Valentine’s Day, as staff hosted a Valentine’s Day Luncheon for the residents and their sweetheart. AMC Dietary staff headed by Jeff Frinack provided couples with their choice of honey glazed salmon or brown sugar bourbon chicken with all the fixings. Music was provided for all residents by ‘Ride This Train’ followed by a delicious and romantic treat of chocolate covered strawberries.

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BIRTHS St. Croix Regional Medical Center, St. Croix Falls, WI Easton Matthew Cherry, 9 lbs. 6 ozs., born on January 9 to Sharla Johnson and Zacharia Cherry of Centuria.

Merrit Keith Lee, 8 lbs., born on January 16 to Alicia and Bryce Lee of Star Prairie.

Akira Faye Chute, 8 lbs. 7 ozs., born on January 18 to Amanda and Shawn Chute of Grantsburg.

Arlo William Jackson, 7 lbs. 9 ozs., born on January 19 to Melissa Luaces and Chris Jackson of Stacy, MN. Aykken Allan-Lane Nichols, 8 lbs. 5 ozs., born on January 28 to Ashley Podvin and Andrew Nichols of Osceola.

Derek Gregory Vadner, 9 lbs. 6 ozs., born on January 30 to Tanya Johnson and Daniel Vadner of Milltown.

Greyson Olivia Warner, 8 lbs. 11 ozs., born on January 31 to Shelby Warner of St. Croix Falls.

Cate Lillian Bonander, 7 lbs. 12 ozs., born on February 4 to Angela and Clarence Bonander of Grantsburg.

Natalyn Brei-elle Maxwell, 8 lbs. 1 oz., born on February 6 to Alexandrea Rousseau and Daniel Maxwell of Luck.

Kylee Anna Greener, 8 lbs. 1 oz., born on February 6 to Nicholette Bruner and Andrew Greener of Cushing.

Kennedy Christina Benjamin, 8 lbs., born on February 7 to Toni Zappa and Aaron Benjamin of Danbury.

Henley Marie Stage, 7 lbs., born on February 8 to Amber and Mitchell Stage of Frederic.

Raven Mercia Rose Ruez, 7 lbs. 4 ozs., born on February 11 to Nicole and Scott Ruez of Frederic.

Emmitt John Holden, 6 lbs. 2 ozs., born February 12, 2018, to Brooke Geving and Mark Holden of Osceola.

Violet Celeste Lopez, 8 lbs. 11 ozs., born on February 12 to Autumn Peterson and Justin Lopez of Centuria.

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Learn entrepreneurial skills at “Small Business Academy” Those who are ready to put their entrepreneurial spirit into action are invited to enroll in Small Business Academy at the University of Wisconsin-Barron County. This seminar series is open to anyone interested in small business ownership or for those who are expanding their small business or side business into a formalized plan of action. Topics will include the purposeful and passionate pursuit of small business ownership; business plan and feasibility analysis, mechanics and how to start; marketing and promotion; hiring employees

and much more. One session will include guest speakers discussing insurance, banking and alternative financing. The final session includes a panel of entrepreneurs who will discuss the trials and tribulations of striking out on your own. The class will meet on Wednesdays, March 7 through April 11 from 6:30-8:30 PM. Cost of the 6-week series is $79 if enrolled

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Academic librarian to offer Relay For Life Invites You tips on evaluating information to Celebrate 25 Years in ‘fake news’ era “Post-truth” was Oxford Dictionaries’ 2016 word of the year, one marker of the recent growth in attention to the issue of misinformation.

On March 1, Jill Markgraf will present “Navigating a Post Truth, Fake News Era” from noon to 1 p.m. in the Blue Hills Lecture Hall (Ritzinger 234). Her presentation is part of the university’s Thursdays @ the U Performance and Lecture Series.

Markgraf is a professor and interim library director at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, where she has served as head of Research and Instruction since 2008. In her talk, she will explore how our own behaviors and beliefs as information consumers are both contributing to and impacted by fake news.

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challenges posed by the changing information landscape and explore strategies for more critically evaluating information.

Markgraf has worked and taught in academic libraries for 30 years and has presented and published in areas of library instruction, distance education, and student

supervision and mentorship. She is co-author of the 2015 book, “Maximizing the One-Shot: Connecting Library Instruction with the Curriculum,” and has taught courses on critical approaches to information.

Prior to joining UW-Eau Claire, Markgraf held librarian positions at the University of Florida, the University of Mississippi Medical Center and Michigan Technological University. She earned her master’s degree in library and information studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

The Thursdays @ the U series is free and open to the public. It is sponsored by the UW-Barron County Foundation.

UW-BC is located at 1800 College Dr., Rice Lake.

For more information, call 715-234-8176.

AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER Are you as tired of winter and cold weather as I am? If so, then it’s time to think about planning some spring activities and events! Mark your calendars to visit the Community Center on the following dates: Our January, February & March birthday party will take place on March 15th at noon. However, it does not have to be your birthday to attend.

After a delicious meal the Amery AIM class will provide us with entertainment. The cost is $6 and reservations need to be made by March 9th.

On March 16th from 10am-1pm we will hold our Annual Health & Wellness Expo. This Expo is designed to bring services and businesses related to healthy living under one roof. Healthy snacks will be available and there will also be a drawing for a TV! Our Annual Rummage Sale will take place on April 19th from 7:30am-4pm and on April 20th from 7:30am-noon.

Please note that we do take rummage sale items all year long except for clothing, shoes, computers, TVs and large furniture pieces.

We are looking for vendors to participate in our Annual Vendor and Bake Sale which be held on June 30th from 9am-2pm. Tables are only $20 and we are looking forward to having a large variety of vendors. Please contact the Center if you have any questions.

If you love to knit or crochet please stop by every Thursday from 12:30pm2:30pm starting March 1st and enjoy working on your projects or take lessons from Amanda. This class is for members of the Community Center.

We always have people asking if there is anything we need here at the Center.

We can always use things like stamps,

sympathy cards, toilet paper, paper towels, cleaning supplies, and coffee.

Tuesday pool winners on February 6th were Gene Pribnow in first, Gary Snelling in second, Jerry Fisher came in third, Paul Seidel placed fourth and Les Peterson took home the consolation prize.

Tuesday pool players on February 13th were Paul Seidel in first place, Les Peterson in second, Milt Johnson & Wendell Anderson tied for third and Jerry Fisher won the consolation prize.

Thursday pool player winners on February 8th were Gary Snelling in first, Paul Seidel in second, Gene Pribnow took third, Mary Fisher placed fourth, and Wendell Anderson won the consolation prize.

Thursday pool players on February 15th were Gary Snelling in first, Gene Pribnow in second, Paul Seidel came in third, and Les Peterson placed fourth.

Wii bowling winners on February 6th were Paul Seidel in first, Mary Fisher placed second and Jerry Fisher took third.

Wii Bowling winners on February 13th were Dave M Olson in first, Milt Johnson in second, and Carl Johnson came in third.

Wednesday bridge winners on February 7th were Pat Carlson in first, Carlene Swanson in second, and Patty Talbot took third. Wednesday bridge winners on February 14th were Kate Kellerman in first and Judy Strobush in second.

Congratulations to all!

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NEW RICHMOND—2018 marks the 25th Anniversary of the Relay For Life of New Richmond. We are celebrating with a dance party: Dancin’ Through the Decades! We expect to see costumes and decorations from the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and 80’s all the way to 2018!

The event is set for June 8-9thth, 2018, with many fundraising opportunities and recognition events beforehand.

A Relay Kick-off meeting is set for Monday, Feb. 26th, from 6:30-7:30pm at the Westfield’s Hospital Conference Center. All who are interested in learning more on how to make a difference in the fight against cancer are welcome to attend. And since this is our 25th Anniversary, we are inviting former team members to celebrate

25 years of saving lives and working towards a cure!

“Whether you’re a survivor, caregiver, family member, friend, or team member, Relay for Life gives participants an opportunity to come together as a community to celebrate, remember, and fight back against a disease that touches us all. It’s an opportunity for community members to come together for the common cause and goal of someday ending cancer,” says Jill Foster, event publicity chair.

To register a team or donate go to www.RelayForLife.org/newrichmondwi. For questions, contact Event Lead Patty Berger at 715-222-0376 (call or text) or email newrichmondrelayforlife@gmail.com.

Beekeeping basics taught in upcoming class Patrick McElhone, who has kept bees for over 10 years, will teach participants all they need to know to start bee keeping in an upcoming class offered

by Amery Community Ed. McElhone will present an in-depth class regarding types of bees and hives, the life cycle of the honey bee, hive management, pollinator-friendly flowers, pesticide and herbicide impact on pollinators, overwintering of the hive, and optimal hive location. He will also explain ‘how to’ install a package of bees or nucleus.

Class will be in Amery on Tuesday, March 6 at 6:30 pm. Pre-register with Amery Community Education, 715.268.9771 x220 or online www.amerysd.k12. wi.us. Fee is $25 per family or $20 for seniors and family.

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AMERY SCHOOLS Thursday, Feb. 22— Breakfast in all buildings: Mini pancakes or Warrior sandwich or cereal & cheese stick, fruit choices, fruit juice.

Lien elementary lunch: Lasagna, garlic breadstick, California blend, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Lasagna w/garlic breadstick or Calzones, California blend.

High school lunch: Lasagna w/garlic breadstick or Calzones, California blend.

Friday, Feb. 23— Breakfast in all buildings: Bacon egg scramble or yogurt parfait or cereal & graham, fruit choices, fruit juice.

Lien elementary lunch: Chicken drummy w/cornbread, Sonoma blend, chocolate chip cookie, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Steakhouse hoagie or Chicken drummy w/cornbread, Sonoma blend, chocolate chip cookie.

High school lunch: Steakhouse hoagie or Chicken drummy w/cornbread, Sonoma blend, chocolate chip cookie.

Monday, Feb. 26— Breakfast in all buildings: Yogurt and muffin or breakfast pizza or cereal & graham, fruit choices, fruit juice.

Lien elementary lunch: Italian dunkers w/marinara, peas & carrots,

CLEAR LAKE SCHOOLS Thursday, Feb. 22— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or oatmeal, blueberry or chocolate muffin.

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

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, sausage links, cereal bar, yogurt, muffin, PB&J “uncrustable,” oatmeal bar.

High school lunch: Mini corn dogs or Chef salad, macaroni & cheese, steamed broccoli, carrots with dip, sliced pears, strawberries.

Friday, Feb. 23— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or donut holes, yogurt.

Elementary lunch: Pizza sticks or Italian flatbread, spaghetti sauce, steamed corn, pears, garden salad bar, cookie.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, cheese stick, “Gripz” graham crackers, cinnamon roll, cheese omelet, Nutri Grain bar.

High school lunch: Pizza sticks or Italian flatbread or BBQ pork sandwich, steamed corn, garden salad, sliced apples, mixed fruit, cookie.

Monday, Feb. 26— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or oatmeal, Pop Tart.

Elementary lunch: Barbeque riblet or chicken patty on a bun, potato smiles or au gratin potatoes, green beans,

garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Italian dunkers w/marinara or Chicken patty on a bun, peas & carrots.

High school lunch: Italian dunkers w/marinara or Chicken patty on a bun, peas & carrots.

Tuesday, Feb. 27— Breakfast in all buildings: Mini donuts and hard boiled egg or Lumberjack or cereal & cheese stick, fruit choices, fruit juice.

Lien elementary lunch: Softshell tacos, refried beans, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Softshell tacos or Chicken fajitas, refried beans.

High school lunch: Softshell tacos or chicken fajitas, refried beans.

Wednesday, Feb. 28— Breakfast in all buildings: Frittata wrap or assorted bread or cereal & graham, fruit choices, fruit juice.

Lien elementary lunch: Green eggs & ham, English muffin, tri-tator, garden bar, fruit choices.

Intermediate & Middle school lunch: Turkey & gravy or Cheeseburger meatloaf, biscuit, mashed potatoes, peas (Intermediate Dr. Seuss Day Lunch) High school lunch: Turkey & gravy or Cheeseburger meatloaf, biscuit, mashed potatoes, peas.

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High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, banana bread, cheese stick, Pop Tart, yogurt, pancake sausage stick, cereal bar.

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

Tuesday, Feb. 27— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal or mini donuts, cheese omelet.

Elementary lunch: Pepperoni pizza or cheese ravioli and breadstick, garden salad bar, sliced apples, craisins.

High school breakfast: Entree options: Cereal, cheese omelet, cheese stick, Zee Zee bar, muffin, Little John donut.

High school lunch: Pepperoni pizza or cheese ravioli & garlic toast, steamed corn, garden salad bar, sliced apples, mixed fruit.

Wednesday, Feb. 28— Elementary breakfast: Breakfast cereal and yogurt or sausage & cheese sandwich.

Elementary lunch: Cheese quesadilla or taco in a bag, fixings, refried beans, mandarin oranges, “Jonny Pop” fruit bar.

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

High school lunch: Deluxe nachos or quesadilla, fixings, refried beans, pineapple tidbits, “Jonny Pop” fruit bar, juice.

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Billy Molls will present in Clear Lake God’s Country: The words automatically conjure images of lonesome mountains, crystal-clear streams, timeless wilderness, and adventure. As an Alaskan hunting guide, writer, video producer, and renowned storyteller, Billy Molls has ventured into “God’s Country” for over 20 years. From the world’s steepest, Caucasus Mountains in Azerbaijan to the arid plains of Mozambique, Africa, from classic elk country of the Rockies, to the salmon-filled streams of Kodiak Island, the sensations one experiences in truly wild Billy admires the working end of a giant Alaskan grizzly bear. places are often life J). A wild game chili 65-inch moose make changing. “When you feed will be held at 4:30 find yourself all alone in for good tips at the end p.m, with the presenof the hunt, but it’s the grizzly country for the tation at 6:30 p.m. This quiet, lonely, and often first time, you’re either free-will event is open dangerous moments in heaven or hell,” says to the public. For more when one discovers Molls, “there’s no in information about the what’s truly valuable.” between.” event, contact United God’s Country is also From boat crashes, Covenant Church at, the title of Billy’s preairplane wrecks, bear 715-263-2665. For more sentation on Saturday, encounters, to nearly information about Billy March 3rd, 4:00 p.m. – drowning in a raging Molls, his books, DVDs, 7:30 p.m., at the United torrent, Billy cites and latest adventures, Covenant Church, 348 adversity and mistakes log on to billymollsad5th Street NW, Clear as some of the greatest ventures.com.

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Both classes will be held in the Community Room of the Polk Co. Justice Center in Balsam Lake, and are free of charge.

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Clayton School District Quarter 2 Honor Roll Middle School:

High School:

Grade 6: Isabelle Bergmann, Lilyana Findley, Logan Gitzen, Emma Goerdt, Chloe Jackson, Kelsi Jackson, Shelby Jeska, Damen Micheels, Brady Mumm, Miranda Munson, Ceasia Myhre, Lilyana Pietz, Brooklyn Schnell, Hannah Thayer, Ava Troff, Teagan Truttmann, Marie Vandenbrink, Andrew Young.

Grade 7: Blake Curtis, Madison Dodge, Skylar Findley, Owen Forseth, Christina Greeley, Anna Hoffman, Grace King, Kaitlyn LaBlanc, Emily Lange, Reanna Lewis, Nicholas Luoma, Delilah Micheels, Gabrielle Ruff, Kyler Rundquist, Lynne Ryan, Adin Shelstead, Eden Siemsen, Avery Starzecki, Josh Young.

Grade 8: Ryan Becker, Shane Bittorf, Rhea Bodsberg, Lindsey Coudron, Sabrina Douglas, Colton Flanigan, Thomas Gitzen, Wyatt Goerdt, Trooper Houx, Preston Jackson, Anna Jenkinson, Camdyn Kahl, Madison Munson, Benjamin Pietz, Cheyenne Schnell, Tierra Vance, Dustin Vanda, Colton Zacharias.

Grade 9: Amanda Grant, Teauna Kirk, Michael Magnuson, Dillan Olson, Blaine Peterson, Joseph Ryan, Abigail Schradle, Paige Sherwin, Olivia Szobody.

Grade 10: Tyler Becker, Autumn Bishop-Brown, Morgan Brooks, Isabella Goerdt, Nathan Grant, Isabelle Magnuson, Tyler Magnuson, Savannah Nicolaisen, Anthony Pulczynski, Katelyn Spanner.

Grade 11: Jaedyn Bussewitz, Kiana Fall, Angelina Featherly, Marissa Gilbertson, Thomas Hoffman, Brock Johnson, Baileigh Juleff, Kailey Ketz, Braydon Larson, Alison Leslie, Selena Levendoski, Conrad Manske, Alexandra Markuson, Cassandra Olson, Kennedy Patrick, Joseph Thomas, Austin Tilton, Kaytlynn Vanda, Abigal VanHeuklom.

Grade 12: Casi Anderson, Kiana Brandt, Dusin Coleman, Arianne Dayton, Andrew Eggert, Lydia Goerdt, Bailey Graunke, Strider Houx, Justin Judkins, Bryan Kvidera, Emilia Morales, Christopher Moskal, Alexis Newville, Anatasia Newville, Kent Nonemacher, Avery Pippenger, Andrew Schradle, Erinn Slate, Jack Tanner, Sydney Wirth.

AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION If you did not receive a Community Education brochure in your mail, you can find a copy at all four schools, the public libraries, and online at www.amerysd.k12. wi.us. Pre-register for all classes through Amery Community Ed by calling 715-268-9771 x220 or online (www.amerysd.k12.wi.us) unless the class description indicates otherwise.

SCHOOL OF ROCK: Broadway at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis! This high-octane smash features 14 new songs from ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER, all the original songs from the movie and musical theater’s first-ever kids rock band playing their instruments live on stage. Seats on main floor sections 2, 3 & 4 in rows Z-BB. Sunday, Mar 11, 1 pm show.

Fee $94 per ticket includes all fees, main floor seating and motor coach transportation. Drop-off and pick-up at the front doors to the theatre. No need to search for and pay for parking. Register early MS Excel Intermediate: Dig into more advanced functions and formulas. Prerequisites: Beginning Excel or equivalent skills including how to create, open, save, format and print a worksheet, use formulas and the SUM function.

Bring your own laptop or use ours.

March 1, 6 & 8 from 5:30-7:30 p. Fee $24.33 or Sr Fee $4.50. Pre-register for this class with WITC: www. witc.edu or 1-800-243-9482 ext 4221.

Class #25499 Inspired Menopause! An Empowered Approach to Creating your own Joyful Journey. One session per month – Feb 27, March 20 and April 10 from 5-6 p. February will focus on physiology, March will focus on emotional well-being, and April will focus on intellectual considerations. Attend one or all three. Fee $15 per month or $30 for all three.

Card Stamping Workshops: Each class you will make six cards of 3 designs and 2 of each design. Everything is designed and pre-cut. You get to stamp and assemble. Each month has different themed cards. Bring your own adhesive or purchase from the instructor. Feb 27 or March 27 or April 24 from 6-8 p. Fee $9 per class to Community Ed and $12 per class to instructor for supplies including 6 cards per class.

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction: Nearly one third of Americans indicate that stress and anxiety has a negative impact on their mental health. Ken Britzius, published author, teaches proven strategies for managing stress, anxiety, and panic. March 5 from 6:30-8:30 p. Fee $25, pre-register with Community Ed. Fly Tying: Class will include selection of materials, use of tying tools and techniques for successfully making a quality fly. Patterns will include nymph, wet, dry, and streamers. All necessary tools and materials will be provided.

Tuesdays; March 6, 13, 20, 27 from 6-8 p. Fee $14 for new participants, pre-register with Community Ed. Beginning Bee Keeping: An in-depth class regarding types of bees and hives, the life cycle of the honey bee, hive management, pollinator-friendly flowers, pesticide and herbicide impact on pollinators, overwintering of the hive, and optimal hive location. He will also explain “how to” install your package of bees or nucleus. March 6 from 6:30 - 9 p. Fee $25 per family OR $20 senior & family, pre-register with Community Ed. The Path Out of Depression: Mindfulness-Based Strategies for Finding Peace, Freedom, and Happiness: Designed for people who suffer from depression and the people who love them. Ken Britzius,

published author, presents practical tools that go beyond medication and standard therapy. March 7, 14, 21 & 28 from 7-8:30 p. Fee $75, pre-register with Community Ed. Hunter Education DNR: Teaches the skills to be a responsible and safe hunter and certifies participants to purchase a hunting license in WI. For ages 10+ although the certificate is not valid until the child reaches age 12. Parents and adults, as well as youth, are encouraged to enroll and participate. Pre-registration through Community Ed is required BEFORE the pre-class meeting on March 8 at 6 p. Required classroom dates March 12, 13, 15, 19, 20 and 22 from 5:30-8:30 p.

Optional day at gun range: March 24. Fee $10.

Pickleball - Open Gym on Wed nights in the High School from 5:45-8 pm. No fee. Just show up.

Rumble Jumble Open Gym: Do you need a place for your toddlers and preschoolers to run, burn energy, and have fun? Bring them to the Intermediate School on Tuesdays from 11-11:45 am through March for “tire-them-out” fun!

No fee and no need to pre-register.

Open when school is in session.

Basketball Open Gym for Youth and Families on Sundays in the Middle School gym from 1:303:30 p until March 11. Use north doors. Bring your own BB. For boys and girls grades 4-12; younger welcome with an adult.

Open Gym for Families sponsored by PowerUp for kids and families to bounce a ball, shoot some hoops, play catch or just run around and be active together. Parents/Guardians must stay in the gym with the children. Sundays, Feb 18 and March 4 from 1:30-3:30 p in the Intermediate Gym. Use the doors facing the NORTH parking lot.

AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Storytime Join us for 30 minutes of interactive stories, songs, and more on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM. Each Storytime is followed by engaging early learning activities at 10:30 AM.

Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale is held on the first Saturday of the month, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, and on the Thursday evening prior to the Saturday sale, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

1,000 books before kindergarten and Baby book bees These ongoing early literacy initiatives encourage families to establish a strong foundation of reading in young children. Visit the library to sign up for the program that is right for your child.

Friends The Friends of the Amery Area Public Library Foundation meets on the third Monday of the month at 4:30 PM. Meetings are open to all members and to the public.

Homeschool Club Second Friday of the month through April, 9:30 -11:30 AM Teen advisory board Open to 12-18 year olds, the Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Friday of each month, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM, to plan events, talk about books and more.

Book discussion group The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 PM. The title for March is The Lighthouse Road by Peter Geye.

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

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

Hours Library hours are Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Learn “Cucina Italiana” in 3 weekly sessions "Cucina Italiana" (Italian Cuisine) classes will be offered at UW-Barron County on Wednesdays, March 7-21 from 5:30-8:00 PM. Participants will learn to make bruschetta, fettuccine alfredo, chicken piccata, shrimp scampi, eggplant parmigiana, homemade garlic toast and more. Registration Peter Kwong fee is $59 for the 3-week series. An additional $20 material fee is payable to the instructor on the first night of class.

Chef Peter Kwong shares his 30 years working in the hospitality industry. He has been an instructor and served as an adjunct professor of Restaurant Management at International Culinary School.

Originating in Hong Kong, he shares his positive world view and gentle wisdom through his classes.

Details and registration are available online at http://ce.uwc.edu/barron or by contacting Barb Ritzinger at 715-234-8176 Ext. 5503 or barbara. ritzinger@uwc.edu.

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Tight race makes for odd bedfellows On a riser at the front of the room sat a large whiteboard with the names Bland, Cooper and Stoughton across the top. A fourth column with the word “Other” fit along the right edge. Tallies were recorded by Maxine Miller, who used a large black marker.

To begin the process, Vera Pinrod shouted, “Cooper!” twice. Two tallies were recorded under Raymond’s name as the VFW section of the Town Hall, which included 14 members of the local group, cheered in anticipation of the expected landslide victory of their champion.

Cooper, always confident, grinned knowingly. It was a good start for the “Man of the People.”

Their cheers came to an almost immediate halt as Vera shouted, “Bland,” reading the name on the third ballot.

The anticipation was palpable. Inside the room, 100 lucky lottery winners waited. Outside, speakers were set up so those not fortunate enough to get inside could hear the proceedings.

Before the vote count began, Vera announced there was a record turnout to mark ballots in the mayoral race. In the previous election, just the usual 800 or so good folks of the Valley turned out to vote. According to the records of the precinct coordinators, a total of 934 voters had marked ballots on this election day. That was all but four of the registered voters in the Valley.

“Cooper!” Vera shouted, followed by cheers from the VFW section.

“Bland!” she continued the count, as Iris Long jotted the vote results on her reporter’s note pad.

After five minutes of tallying, the board indicated 24 votes for Raymond Cooper, 19 votes for “Silver Tongue” Dick Bland, and no votes for Juliet Stoughton.

Raymond began to breathe more easily as his concern that Juliet’s last minute entrance might harm his chances of getting a majority of the votes, which was needed to win the mayor’s race outright, dwindled away.

Finally, at the 5:07 mark, Vera shouted, “Mickey Mouse!” and the crowd broke out in laughter. Mickey, along with Ima Goose, Ronald Reagan and a few others, generally received a dozen

or more votes, but wasted ballots were much less common during the 1998 race. It was obvious one vote could make a difference.

The laughter subsided as Vera announced the name on ballot 45, “Juliet Stoughton.”

There were no boos or cheers, as had been the case every time Cooper or Bland received a vote. There was just an audible sigh emanating throughout the room.

Finally, Marvin Walsh, watching from the VFW section of the room, shouted, “I guess she had to vote for herself!” as several folks inside Town Hall and outside on the front steps laughed in response.

Not everyone laughed, however.

Outside, Earl Goodman’s laugh quickly subsided as his wife Rhonda, who was sleeping separately from him for only the second time in their marriage, glared at him with a look that sent chills up his spine.

“Stoughton!” shouted Vera, calling out Juliet’s name again.

Raymond received the next vote.

Then, Mayor Bland, then two votes for Juliet. There was a mumble throughout the Town Hall. The VFW section was noticeably silenced.

At the 51:49 mark, Iris noted half the ballots had been counted. She quickly looked over her note pad as Vera announced a five-minute recess before the tally would continue.

Iris had been very careful as she jotted down the vote count. After 467 votes, the tally looked like this: Dick Bland: 137 Raymond Cooper: 234 Juliet Stoughton: 91 Mickey Mouse: 2 Ima Goose: 3 Outside, Farley Puckett turned to his wife and said, “How can there be 90 people stupid enough to vote for that woman?”

From the look on his wife’s face, he realized Earl wasn’t the only man sleeping alone in the Valley tonight.

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Deputy Sheriff’s Association donates $5k $5,000 in proceeds from the Polk Co. Deputy Sheriff’s Association’s annual dinner and silent auction at Trollhaugen were recently donated to Toys for Tots and Polk County Salvation Army. Pictured left to right: Duana Bremer of the Salvation Army, Deputy Anthony Puetz of the Polk County Sheriff’s Department and Patti Lombardo with Toys for Tots. The WPPA Local 201 Deputy Sheriff’s Association chose the Polk County Salvation Army and Toys for Tots to receive this donation.

Survey: 42% of Wisconsinites self-diagnose online A new report suggests that people in Wisconsin are increasingly turning to the internet to assess and monitor their health, with a significant 42.3% admitting they consult Google (or other search engines) rather than a medical professional. The research, conducted by The Tinker Law Firm, is based on a national survey of 3,000 adults. This is almost the same as the national average of 44%.

Nationally, the survey also found that 30% of Americans use home remedies to deal with health issues, perhaps to avoid high medical costs, or because of busy lifestyles. Though only 30% said they use home remedies, interestingly, 41% of Americans said they believe in homeopathic solutions.

The survey revealed that it is women who are more likely to self-diagnose, with 36% of women using home remedies over a doctor, compared to 29% of men.

Clearly Americans are very trusting with technology, as 1 in 5 parents admit that they would consult the internet regarding their children’s symptoms before going to see a doctor.

This time, more men (32%) admitted to diagnosing their child’s symptoms online than women (12%).

Though it may be a cheaper and quicker alternative, going online to assess our health may be fuelling the rise of ‘cyberchondria’ in America, with 15% of respondents stating that they cause themselves anxiety by Googling their symptoms.

President's Day

By: Larry Phillipson ©2-8-2018 Pictures of Washington and Lincoln hung on the wall in our school, I was a kid and thought the presidents were cool.

There have been too many presidents to give each one some say, So we rolled it into President's Day. Teddy Roosevelt said "Walk softly and carry a big stick".

Kennedy said "Get rid of the communists, they are getting too thick".

Reagan said "I don't remember, I take the blame".

Everyone shouted "Yes, I like his name".

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Truman dropped the bomb and ended the war, It saved my life, my luck had run out for any more.

Old Hickory was a colorful man from the Battle of New Orleans, Madison and Polk were instrumental in the Louisiana Purchase it seems.

Woodrow Wilson was the most educated president we ever had, Calvin Coolidge was a do nothing president, a quiet lad.

The world is tired of tyrants and despots, Time to pick the weeds from the crops.

Adams and Jefferson helped write the constitution, Democracy was their greatest exposition.

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Area quartet takes first at International Barbershop convention Imagine being in a quartet and singing in competition with the 25 best senior quartets in the world. That's what our area's St. Croix Crossing quartet was doing in Costa Mesa, California from January 17th to 20th at the Barbershop Harmony Society's International contest. Not only did they compete, but they won first place in the world.

Members of the quartet are Dan Heike of Mondovi, Randy Lieble of Eau Claire, and Jared Hoke and Steve Hardy, both of Minnesota. Their name (St Croix Crossing) stems from the fact that at least two members will have to cross the St. Croix River whenever they attend their weekly practice together.

The quartet has performed in hundreds of places, including the local Indianhead Chorus Harvest of Harmony, held in Amery.

Judges at the contest score three categories: music, performance and singing. The music category focuses

on song arrangement and the singers’ ability to produce a great quartet song; the performance category is about making the song "come alive" in front of an audience; and the singing category judges the sound quality of the performers’ voices.

St. Croix Crossing won the convention as they performed the songs “Smilin’ Through” and “Auld Lang Syne.”

A recording of the performance can be found online at YouTube by searching St. Croix Crossing Quartet.

More of the best talent in the world will be performing at the Indianhead Chorus Harvest of Harmony at Amery High School on October 6th at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. for the 60th Annual show.

Guest quartets this year include Crossroads, a previous International championship quartet, and Boarder Project, our Land-O-Lakes District quartet champion this year. Tickets will be available soon. Call 715-483-9202 to reserve your tickets.

Dan Heike of Mondovi, Randy Lieble of Eau Claire, and Jared Hoke and Steve Hardy, both of Minnesot are the St. Croix Crossing quartet.

ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY

Pets are great source of happiness Our pets are a great source of happiness and contentment. Most pet owners report a strong connection with their pet for that reason. In fact, a recent online study by Fresh Pet found that more than a third of owners prefer their pets to their human partners. The study of 2,000 cat and dog owners shows more than half often prefer spending time with their pet – because they don’t nag, never talk back and are always in a good mood.

Three in 10 adults say their pet is a better listener than their partner, while 45% like the fact they are never judged or questioned by their cat or dog. More than four in 10 pet owners admit to giving their beloved dog or cat far more attention on a daily basis than their other half. Surprisingly, 29% even say their four-legged friend is better at snuggling – and as such 44% actually prefer to cuddle up with them rather than the other half. And whereas the partner is relegated to the other side of the bed most nights, the dog or cat isn’t pushed away if they turn up for a snuggle.

The nation’s love for its pets is evident, not least because 42% will kiss and cuddle them more than anyone else and a third have been known to post more pictures of themselves with their dog or cat companion on social media than ‘couple shots’. And although adults spend more quality time with their partners during the average day – around 20 minutes longer than with their pet - a third admit to missing their cat or dog much more than their other half when they’re away from them.

While some of the findings are on the surface rather surprising, what they actually demonstrate is just how much we love our pets and why they’re such an important part of our families. Whether that means using our four-legged friends as a sounding board for our problems, cuddling up with them on the sofa in a quiet, reflective moment, or simply spending quality time with our cats and dogs and enjoying their unconditional love.

Arnell sent unconditional love home with six adopters last week. Puppies Rhonda, Rosco and Comet all went home in one day. Boxer-Hound Chloe found her forever home with a couple in need of a playmate for

their dog. That’s what they said but I suspect Chloe will be an unconditional companion for the gentleman as he was particularly taken with her.

Our pet of last week, Black and White Manx Cat, Jeeves, has his work cut out for him. A young family came to the shelter to look for a dog to adopt. They settled on Jeeves, who has dog-like tendencies – playing fetch and chasing games. He will keep them busy and entertained.

Ms. Opal, a 10 year old pure White Short Hair, found her special someone on Valentine’s Day. She had been waiting for him since the middle of December; our Pet of the Week five weeks ago. Opal’s new caregiver returned to Arnell after the all Black Cat he had adopted 10 years ago, passed away. He had been watching her story on our website and decided she was the one for him. He renamed her “Gorgeous”. In view of the recent study regarding the unconditional love humans enjoy from their pets, he picked the perfect day to adopt. Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 715 268-7387 and online: ARNELLHUMANE.ORG and Facebook.

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For all the times she is there for him, when the thought of being all alone, makes the occasion grim or dim, her presence makes itself known.

Or, plans for the future, him and her, add new luster to their life to share, problems fade into rose-colored blur, It happens when special romance is there.

As years go by, and still he's there; she gets his dinner and folds his shirts.

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It's then those red hearts give their glow, with age, they have proven like wine, through ups and downs, we come to know, we have a genuine Valentine.

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Congratulations to area wrestlers, Polk Co. Farm Bureau Offers Scholarships It’s National FFA Week Spring??? I know it does not feel like Spring this morning after the freezing rain/snow we were blessed with the past 24 Pounding hours but sooner or later there the will be a change Pavement of season.

The reason Pam Humpal why I am thinking Spring is because of the 15th Annual Amery Spring Show sponsored by the Amery Free Press. This year’s event will be on Saturday, April 7, at the Amery Ice Arena from 9am to 4pm. There will be area businesses on hand to answer your questions on automobiles, recreation, furniture, home decorating, finances, remodeling, water conditioning, bathworks, heating, plumbing, painting, docks, and much more.

Businesses interested on having a display/booth at the Amery Spring Show should please contact me at 715-268-8101 or email phumpal@theameryfreepress. com This is National FFA Week.

Congratulations to the Amery

FFA Chapter on your many accomplishments, and projects over the past year. By looking at the special FFA section in this issue, you will see the members and advisor have been kept very busy.

Thank you for all you do.

“Meet Your Amery Business”…this week’s featured business is KRISTO ORTHODONTICS. They provide orthodontic care for both children and adults in a family-friendly atmosphere. Their office is located on the north end of Amery. Kristo Orthodontics…”Creating Smiles that Last a Lifetime”.

Now it is time to change this to my “Sports Column”. As a fan, I always hate to have the last game of the season come along, especially for the Seniors and their parents. A person spends a lot of time through the years with your “Sports Family”, so that makes it very hard to have that chapter in your book come to an end.

Thank you to the Amery Hockey team for a fun and interesting season. We loved following you, and cheering you on at all the games.

Congratulations and Good Luck to the following Wrestlers who are advancing to the State Tour-

C/CMSgt Christopher Ofelt has enlisted in the United States Air Force Christopher Ofelt has been a member of the Civil Air Patrol since October 14, 2014. Cadet Chief Master Sergeant Christopher Ofelt has been an active member Eau Claire Composite Squadron for the past three plus years. He is currently a Cadet Flight Sergeants, Color Guard member and the team Captain of the Cyber Patriot team within the Squadron. He is also the Cadet Activities NCO, Cadet Communications NCO and the Cadet Emergency Services Officer. During the past 3 plus years in Civil Air Patrol C/CMSgt Ofelt has earned ratings as Mission Radio Operator, Mission Staff Assistant, Urban Direction Finding and Ground Team 3 training. Ofelt has also attended Wisconsin Basic Encampment in 2015, and Wisconsin Cadet Academy Encampment in 2016.

After attending his Wisconsin Basic Encampment Ofelt was qualified to attend National Cadet Special Activities through the Civil Air Patrol. C/CMSgt Ofelt was very ambitious and attended a National Cadet Special Activity AF Pararescue and Survival Orientation Course (PJOC) held at Kirtland AFB, NM during the summer of 2016. During the 7-day event he gained experience and was exposed to training in land navigation, survival techniques, rock climbing, rappelling and other various skills in a rescue operation. C/CMSgt Ofelt also attended AF Civil Engineering Academy at Tyndall AFB, FL, where Cadets learn what is would be like to have a career in the USAF as a Civil Engineer. In 2017 C/CMSgt Ofelt attended the Cyber Defense Training Academy at the Kirtland AFB, MN. The Eau Claire Composite Squadron is very proud of C/CMSgt Christopher Ofelt’s contributions and accomplishments in the past three plus years. The Squadron would also like to congratulate him on his choice of enlisting in the United States Air Force and wish him all the best!!!

nament… *Walker Ingham, Amery 106# *Ryan Anderson, Clear Lake 106# *Jordan Penard, Amery 113# *Mike Smith, Amery 132# *Nick Sempf, Clear Lake 138# *Gabe Colbeth, Clear Lake 145# *Noah Wieczorek, Clear Lake 220# Also Good Luck to the area basketball teams as they begin tournament play… *Clayton Girls at Clayton on February 20 vs Bruce *Amery Girls at Amery on February 23 vs Northwestern or Spooner *Clear Lake Girls at Clear Lake on February 23 vs Boyceville or Grantsburg *Amery Boys at Hayward on February 27 *Clayton Boys at Owen-Withee on February 27 *Clear Lake Boys receive a bye and will play at Clear Lake on March 2 Happy Birthday on February 23 to my nephew, Gage, who will be 6 years old. Enjoy your special day little buddy!

Have a great week, and be very careful on the roads, sidewalks and parking lots…they are slippery!

Resource Clinics offered for Transition-Aged Youth Rice Lake—Disability Rights Wisconsin will be sponsoring three Transition Resource Clinics for students who have disabilities (ages 14 to 21) and their families at the Rice Lake Public Library, 2 East Marshall Street, Rice Lake, on March 5th, March 12th and March 26th from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.

Several agencies will be present to answer questions and provide a variety of resources as you plan for your student’s future. There will be information available on special education and transition, employment, family supports, training programs, independent living, service providers, and more. You are also invited to bring your IEP and/or transition plan with any questions.

Snacks will be provided, and one $25 door prize will be given each night. Pre-register for an extra chance to win by calling Disability Rights Wisconsin at 715-736-1232 or emailing Tara at tara.jossart@drwi.org.

These Transition Resource Clinics are sponsored by the Otto Bremer Trust.

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Polk County Farm Bureau is pleased to announce that they will be granting scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are enrolled in an accredited college, university, or technical college. All majors will be considered for this scholarship. The applicant or his/her parent must be a current Polk County Farm Bureau member.

This scholarship will be based on the student’s past school and community activities. A certificate of scholarship will be presented to winners

this spring and the scholarship will be awarded after the student has completed one semester of college or vocational school and has provided a transcript with at least a 2.0 grade point average.

An electronic version of the application can be found by visiting, http:// wfbf.com/countyfarmbureaus/Polk/ The deadline to apply for this scholarship is April 1, 2018. For more information, please contact Lisa Thomfohrda, Polk County Farm Bureau at 715.485.3010.

HIGHER EDUCATION HONORS / ACCOLADES Named to Fall 2017 Dean’s List at Bemidji State University BEMIDJI, Minn. - Students from your coverage area earned Dean’s List honors from Bemidji State University in Bemidji, Minn., at the conclusion of the Fall 2017 term.

Courtney Clark of Clear Lake Kathryn McMartin of Osceola To be eligible for the Dean’s List, BSU students must be enrolled for at least 12 credits and earn a 3.5 GPA during the semester. A total of 1,123 students earned Fall 2017 Dean’s List honors from the university.

UW-La Crosse announces December 2017 graduates LA CROSSE, Wis. - The following students completed degree requirements at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse in December. The 53rd annual Midyear Commencement was held at the La Crosse Center Sunday, Dec. 17.

Students earning degrees in December included: Amyrose Herrick, Cushing, Bachelor of Science, International Business Major Kurtis Pedersen, Dresser, Bachelor of Science, Physics Major Symone Sine, Dresser, Bachelor of Science, Political Science Major McKenna Caple, Frederic, Bachelor of Science, Exercise and Sport Science Major: Exercise Science Pre-professional Track, Honors

UW-Madison winter graduates MADISON, Wis. - More than 2,000 students received degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison during the winter commencement ceremony on Dec. 16, 2017. About 1,150 graduates took part.

Here are the degree recipients from your area for the summer and fall of 2017: Florent Ilazi, Amery, College of Engineering, Bachelor of Science-Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering, Joshua Olson, Amery, College of Letters and Science, Master of Science-Geoscience, Geoscience, Spencer Maki, Osceola, College of Letters and Science, Bachelor of Arts-Journalism, Journalism.

Graduates of College of St. Scholastica DULUTH, MN -- The College of St. Scholastica has announced its list of conferred graduates for Fall 2017.

Thomas Carlson of Amery, WI graduated from The College of St. Scholastica with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

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Title: LTE - PARKS AND RECREATION SPEC (2 Positions) Contact: Kurt G. Dreger Location: Interstate State Park, Highway 35, St Croix Falls, WI 54024 Telephone Number: (715) 483-3747 Hourly Rate: Between $11.50 - $12.00 per hour depending on experience and training.

Duration: Job starts approximately April 15, 2018 Job Description: Parks and Recreation Specialist - LTE Register campers, sell admission stickers, proThermal Plastic Design, Inc. Thermal Plastic Design, vide answers to visitors' questions concerning A Precision Custom Injection Molding Inc. specific park areas and the area's recreational Specializing in Engineering A Company Precision Custom InjectionPolymers Molding opportunities. Distribute brochures, maps, proSeeking qualified candidate for position of: vide directions and educate visitors about rules.

Company Specializing in Engineering Polymers Perform general maintenance duties. Clean restrooms, buildings, campfire rings, beach and Seeking qualified candidate Molding Technicianfor position of: nd picnic grills. Mow grass and pick up litter. Remove 2 shift Hours 3:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M. brush and trees. Develop and maintain trail surrd 3 shift Hours 11:00 P.M. to 7:00 A.M. faces. Install signs, paint picnic tables. Operate vehicles and light equipment. shift Hours 7:00 A.M. todown 3:00 P.M. Job Description: Set1st up, start, operate, trouble shoot and tear plastic injection molding machines.

50% Maintain Park Facilities- Conduct daily 1. Job Description: Set up, start, operate, trouble shoot and tear cleaning of restroom and shower facilities. Clean General Responsibilities: out fire-rings and grills, conduct routine maintedown plastic injection molding machines. nance, painting/staining, sign installation and 2.tear General Responsibilities: andshoot tearmolding down machines, moldingSet maSet up and down molding machines, Start Set and up trouble up and tear down maintenance, etc. Maintain Day Use Areas and auxiliary equipment press, press welder etc).

Work withmachines, quality and engineering as needed,Trails- Mow and trim picnic areas and trails. Perchines,(drill Start andairtrouble shoot molding Set up and Perform equipment safetyauxiliary checks, Assist in training of(drill operators, Keepair a clean andwelder organized work form area,general trail repairs, pick up litter, repair pictear down equipment press, press Participate in corrective action and lean activities, Suggest process improvements activities to supervisor, nic tables, hazard tree and invasive removal, etc. etc). Work with quality and engineering as needed, Perform Perform work responsibilities in a safe manner 30% Distribute brochures, maps, provide direcequipment safety checks, Assist in training of operators. tions and educate visitors about rules. Contact Physical Requirements: While performing the responsibilities of the job, employee is requiredEmergency to talk Services or Law Enforcement if situ3. Physical Requirements: While performing thethe responsibiliand hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel.

The ties of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The ations arise. employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands occasionally climb or balance, employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fin15% Collect fees and disseminate information. and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Use electronic cash registers, electronic credit gers, to handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to card verification equipment and computerized stand, reachoperate with basic armshand andtools hands occasionally oretc). Knowledge Competencies: Ablewalk, to properly (wrench, screw driver,climb hammer, reservation system. Provide answers to visitor andpress to stoop, crouch or crawl.

Vision of or abilitybalance, to learn IQMS, controlskneel, and auxiliary equipment.

Ability to readabilities and write English.questions Basic concerning the specific park area, as shop math.required Must become Items on this list will be verified or demonstrated by fork thistruck job operator includecertified. close vision. well as explain the area's recreational opporthrough satisfactory completion of the defined probationary period (ref: TDI Company Policy Manual HR- interpretive services, and campground tunities, 4. Competencies: Able to properly operate basic hand tools AP-01 Section 205) availability. Manage daily sticker account and (wrench, screw driver, hammer, etc). Knowledge of or ability remit all revenues in a timely manner. Maintain to traits: learn Material IQMS,handling press controls auxiliary equipment.

AbilOther desired experience,and familiar with Lean manufacturing, experience in an records regarding camper and campsite accurate injection molding supervisory experience. information. Maintain a clean and organized ity toenvironment, read and write English.

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5. Other desired traits: Prefer 4-5Design, years processing experience.

Thermal Plastic Inc. KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: Material handling experience, familiar 1116 East Pine Street with Lean manufacRequired Qualifications: turing, experienceSt in an Falls plastic injection Croix WI. 54024 molding environ- Ability to communicate effectively with ment, supervisory experience.

Attn: H.R. Manager co-workers and public.

View us on line: www.tdimolding.com - Customer service experience T.D.I. offers Competitive wages and excellent benefits. Quali- Ability and willingness to work a modified fied applicants can apply in person or by sending a resume to: schedule; nights, weekends, holidays, etc.

Application Deadline: March 1, 2018 Thermal Plastic Design, Inc. To Apply: Submit Form 9100-162 LTE Application 1116 East Pine Street (hard copy also available at most DNR offices), resume and references to: Kurt G. Dreger, PO Box St Croix Falls WI. 54024 703, St Croix Falls, WI 54024-0703 RE: Job Code Attn: H.R. Manager 11852

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Core Products International, Inc. in Osceola, Wisconsin, is a leader in the manufacture of health care, orthopedic, comfort care and massage products. Our product line includes back cushions, cervical pillows, ankle braces and back supports.

We currently have a position open for a Maintenance Mechanic.

Responsibilities include performing sewing machine repairs and fiber blower repairs as well as general plant maintenance within accepted safety practices. Performing preventative maintenance as scheduled. Performing mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair, hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting and repair. Welding and metal fabrication, installation of new equipment. Performing changeovers on manufacturing lines as needed. Communicate repeated problems on the production lines in a professional manner. Utilizes fundamental shop tools to make necessary repairs (drill press, minor welding, band saw, belt sander, etc.). Troubleshoot general electric issues. Follows accepted safety practices. Performs general housekeeping.

Pay range $13 to $18 per hour will vary depending on qualifications and experience Qualifications: 2 - 5 years’ production and maintenance experience, industrial maintenance, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, 3 phase AC & DC repair and troubleshooting preferred but not required. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be able to work weekends and overtime if required. Must be able to travel to our other facility in Chetek, Wisconsin.

Must have good communication skills, detail oriented, enthusiastic attitude, organizational skills, self-motivation and a willingness to learn along with being a team player.

We offer a great working environment, incentive program, paid tuition reimbursement, life, health & dental insurance, 401(k), vacation/holiday pay and more. We take pride in our employees and our customers.

If you are interested in working with us, please apply in person or send resume to

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Learning Resource Center Technician Part-time - 884 hours/year WITC New Richmond Campus Applications are being accepted from qualified candidates for a part-time (884 hrs/yr) Learning Resource Center Technician position at Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College New Richmond Campus. This position will be responsible for assisting students, faculty and staff in the use of Learning Resource Center services and resources and providing support for instructional technology. Hours will be flexible; it is likely this position will work more hours during the school year and less hours over the summer term. Hours will include both daytime and evening hours until 7 p.m.

For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply visit our website at: https://www.witc.edu/aboutwitc/employment Deadline to apply: February 23, 2018 WITC is an Equal Opportunity/ Access/Affirmative Action/Veterans/ Disability Employer and Educator TTY 711

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American Pest Solutions is seeking ambitious, organized, customer-oriented people to join our team.

Qualified candidates will possess excellent communication skills, some customer service experience; have a valid driver’s license with driving record that is insurable by the company. Must be detail oriented and enjoy working outdoors. Some carpentry and or sales experience is desirable.

Starting pay is $16 per hour plus bonuses. Full and part time positions available.

Duties include: Inspecting structures or landscape for pest or wildlife activity. Recommend to potential customers available solutions, associated costs and starting the initial treatment or program to solve their pest problem.

Please email resume to aps@baldwin-telecom.net or apply in person at 107 Packer Dr., Roberts, WI. Located in the Roberts Business Park. No phone calls please. These positions do require criminal records check.

The Estates at Greeley and Linden are thrilled to offer a two week sign on bonus to the first 30 certified nursing assistants and 30 nurses that are selected throughout Monarch’s organization!

Any CNA or Nurse who applies online from Feb. 14th to 28th, 2018 and becomes an employee at The Estates at Greeley or Linden will receive a Valentines special sign on bonus!!

CNA’s will receive $1,500 sign on bonus LPN/RN’s will receive $3,000 sign on bonus Visit our website at www.monarchmn.com For career opportunities and to submit an application!

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WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES Title: LTE - LABORER Contact: Kurt G. Dreger Location: Interstate State Park, Highway 35, St Croix Falls, WI 54024 Telephone Number: (715) 483-3747 Hourly Rate: $10.500 per hour.

Duration: Job starts approximately April 29, 2018 Job Description: Laborer - LTE This position would be responsible for the mowing, trimming, landscaping and maintenance of equipment used. This would include normal maintenance on commercial mowers and string trimmers.

80% Mow grounds at Interstate Park including string trimming and minor landscaping projects.

15% Maintenance of equipment used.

5% Assist park supervisors and managers or other park employees in any other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: Required Qualifications: - Experience or ability to use commercial mowers with 6 ft deck -Ability to work in all weather conditions - Basic maintenance knowledge and experience Application Deadline: March 1, 2018 To Apply: Submit Form 9100-162 LTE Application (hard copy also available at most DNR offices), resume and references to: Kurt G. Dreger, PO Box 703, St Croix Falls, WI 54024-0703 RE: Job Code 11883 Application materials will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview.

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WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES Title: LTE - VISITOR SERVICES ASSOCIATE (2 Positions) Contact: Kurt G. Dreger Location: Interstate State Park, Highway 35, St Croix Falls, WI 54024 Telephone Number: (715) 483-3747 Hourly Rate: $10.500 per hour.

Duration: Job starts approximately April 15, 2018 Job Description: Visitor Services Associate LTE This position registers campers, sells admission stickers and provides information and other services to visitors that come to Interstate State Park.

80% Collect fees and disseminate information.

Use electronic cash registers, electronic credit card verification equipment and computerized reservation system. Provide answers to visitor questions concerning the specific park area, as well as explain the area's recreational opportunities, interpretive services, and campground availability.

15% Manage daily sticker account and remit all revenues in a timely manner. Maintain accurate records regarding camper and campsite information. Maintain a clean and organized office with up-to-date information for both the public and other coworkers.

5% Assist park supervisors and managers or other park employees in any other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: Required Qualifications: - Customer service experience - Computer skills and experience - Money handling and/or accounting experience - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Application Deadline: March 1, 2018 To Apply: Submit Form 9100-162 LTE Application (hard copy also available at most DNR offices) , resume and references to: Kurt G. Dreger, PO Box 703, St Croix Falls, WI 54024-0703 RE: Job Code 11882 Application materials will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview.

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Imagine living less than a mile west of Amery on a dead end road with just under 4 acres of land outside the city limits bordering the Stower Seven Lakes walking trail and overlooking a beautiful pond!

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Jailer/Correction Officer Part-time - Non-Exempt Position

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This position is responsible for providing care, custody and the detention of male & female inmates in the Jail; providing a positive rehabilitative influence to all inmates; insuring compliance with all applicable state and federal laws; and acting within the policies and procedures of the Polk County Jail.

Polk County will provide complete training, including the six week Basic Jailer Certification program to successful candidate.

Deadline to apply: February 26, 2018

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an area of interest and start Serving Marine-on-St. Croix, Scandia, May Township a business related to their

The Amery agriculture department as well as all of the CTE areas started a new program this past year.

We are trying to develop the skills of our agricultural students by exposing some of the students to a higher level of learning. Why are we doing this? There were many students that took the first classes and wanted to take it to another level of learning. So we decided to make academies.

Students have the opportunities to learn more about

interests. Dylan Clausen of Amery High School did just that. After competing in the Amery FFA parliamentary procedure team as a sophomore, Dylan went as far as he could. They were district, sectional and State Champions. At Nationals they took third place. Dylan wanted to learn more, however once you are a State champion or compete at Nationals you are not allowed to compete any longer in that area. So Dylan started his own business through the agricultural academy. He started a website at parlipro.ameryffa.org/ Here Dylan sells materials to other FFA chapters around the state of Wisconsin. It teaches chapters how to train their teams and compete in the parliamentary procedure contest. It Deanna Meyer - Aquaculture also runs a weekly quiz contest in which schools can sharpen their knowledge about proper Roberts Rules of Order.

Dylan had to go through the entire process including a budget, proposals to the administration and to the school board. Dylan made his first sales in December and is running a quiz contest that is in its fifth week.

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There are other students that are involved in the Agricultural Academy including Jenesis Gustafason and Deanna Meyer (Aquaculture) Mason Helbig and Amber Hinz (Dairy and Small Animal Science) Michaela Erickson (Horticulture and Agricultural leadership) and Hailey Clausen (Agricultural Leadership).

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For twenty four years as an Agriculture Instructor I have seen a lot of talented young individuals come through my programs. Most of those individuals have gone on and become valuable parts of our community in some shape or form. I am proud of these students and this year is no different, the quality of students in the Amery FFA can be matched by few. These young future leaders have stepped up to the plate and taken charge of some incredible programs. From the fantastic Food For America program, to the Pancake Feed, to the speaking contests. No one told these students that they had to do this.

They did it because they saw a need.

They saw the value to building leadership skills that could help them for the future goals. They did it because they knew they could be a part of a great organization that has built leaders. The

FFA isn’t just another organization, it is the organization that builds leaders through premier leadership, personal growth, and career development. I want to thank the many families, individuals and businesses that give either in donations of money or their time, or both! It would not be possible to have the successes we had without the countless hours some of this individuals and businesses give to

our program each year. This week is National FFA Week! With that, on Monday we will be doing our annual donut runs in which we thank farmers by giving them donuts!

On Tuesday we will have our Teacher Teas with the administration to thank them for their support and on Wednesday we will host our annual Dairy Beauty Contest!

All in great fun, but really to thank our farms, teachers, staff and administration for their support throughout the

year. On April 29th, 2018 the Amery FFA will be holding it’s annual banquet at the Amery High School. We would like to invite any one that has a true passion for the agricultural field and would like to celebrate its future leaders. We will have a meal at 1:00 pm and an awards ceremony started at 2:00 pm in the high school auditorium.

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What Does Agriculture and FFA Mean to Me?

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The agriculture industry is an ever growing and ever changing industry. With new technologies, more people to feed, less land to use, it is important that agricultural education is available to current and future agriculturists. The National Association of FFA provides

middle and high school students the opportunity to learn with hands-on experiences and become college and career ready. To me, the FFA organization has done just that. Through working and competing on the local and state level, I have been able to become college and career ready while making memories and learning with hands-on experiences. By competing in the Leadership Development Events, previously known as speaking contests, and having a Supervised Agriculture Experience in Dairy, I have found the two majors I am currently working on at University of Wisconsin- Madison—Dairy Science and Life Sciences Communication. One of the best aspects about the FFA is that my story, is definitely not the only story that has been positively impacted by FFA. In Wisconsin, over 20,800 members in 250 chapters are positively impacted by FFA and agricultural education every day. However, it is important these numbers continue to increase in

Student Teaching with Mr. Meyer My name is Brook Reyzer and I currently live on a small hobby farm in Baldwin, WI with my husband and six year old daughter. I am also the proud mom of two quarter horses, a mini donkey and a sheep named Sean. In my spare time I love to ride my horses and go downhill skiing. My love for Agriculture and mentoring our youth has Brook Reyzer led me to seek a Masters of Education Degree in Agriculture through University of Wisconsin- River Falls. I am grateful to be a part of Mr. Meyer’s Agriculture program and FFA Chapter for my student teaching experience. The importance of agricultural education and FFA for our community is profound. The success of the Chapter is a clear depiction of Mr. Meyers dedication and the members hard work and persistence. I am excited to learn and grow into a strong educator within the Amery school district for the rest of the school year! Thank you to everyone for inviting me in and welcoming me with open arms.

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the upcoming years. The growing population is in demand of inexpensive, reliable and healthy food and fiber. The only way to provide that is through the agriculture industry. I have been blessed to have grown up in production agriculture, however others have not had that opportunity. Education allows those students to learn and grow a love for agriculture that is vital for the future of agriculture and FFA. Serving as a State FFA Officer, I have been able to help in that education process through numerous conferences, workshops and visiting each school within my section. I believe the FFA gives so many opportunities to every agriculture education student and the agriculture industry will continue to grow and become stronger. FFA and agriculture is my future career and my forever passion, being able to help others find the same love and dedication is what makes serving as a state officer worth it.

So, what did we do this year? I’m glad you asked!

The year kicked off back in May at the Farm in the City Day which was a success as always! In June, we took ten FFA members to the Badlands of North Dakota on a wild western adventure! After that trip was the State FFA Convention, our competitors did a fantastic job! At the start of the school year, we worked at the football concession stand. Soon after was Food for America which is always a blast! The intermediate students are always so excited to visit the high school and learn about agriculture.

The Amery FFA chapter takes part in many events for the community, the school, and the students. All of the events are fun to be a part of and are an amazing experience. This year was another fantastic year for the chapter. Amery FFA is known as one of the greatest chapters in the state of Wisconsin, but none of our accomplishments would have been achieved without the support of our community!

Amery FFA would like to thank everyone in the community. Without community members attending our events, donating to the chapter, and helping with our chapter’s events, our accomplishments would have been impossible! From all of the members of the Amery FFA chapter, thank you so much!

We hope to have your support for many years to come. It has been one great year! I can’t wait to see what is in store for this great FFA chapter!

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President’s statement My name is Deanna Meyer. I am currently a 17 year old senior at Amery High School. I proudly hold the position of our chapter’s president. FFA has always been a part of my life for as long as I can remember.

It helps that my dad is the advisor! I remember when I was very young, I was always surrounded by his FFA members. I looked up to them and dreamed of being among their ranks. I would have never guessed I’d get the chance to be one of the leaders of this great organization.

I’ve been actively involved in FFA since 7th grade, which is the soonest you can officially join, and I’ve genuinely enjoyed every second of it. I have always been a shy person, afraid of speaking in front of others and too nervous to strike up conversations with strangers. But, through the FFA, I’ve learned to be confident in my words and burst out of my comfort zone.

When I was first in FFA I was heavily invested in the Quiz Bowl contest where I met some of my best friends. Quiz Bowl took me all over Wisconsin and even all the way to Kentucky! I have gone to rewards trips as far as North Dakota to all the way to Connecticut. I was blessed with a life changing leadership workshop in Washington D.C. where I learned the importance of servant leadership. I’ve also taken

part in the Creed contest where I ended up placing 2nd in the state. A few years ago, I was a part of our chapter's Parliamentary Procedure team. After a year of hard work and dedication, my team and I made it all the way to the national finals which is something that has only been done once before in all of Wisconsin history.

That was one of the most amazing experiences I’ve ever had and I feel as though I learned a lot from it. Truly life changing!

Probably the most important part of the FFA is it exposed me to a career that I am excited to pursue. At the National FFA Convention I witnessed an aquaculture set up. I became fascinated with water life and the conservation of our oceans.

I am completely humbled by all I’ve learned because of my experiences as an FFA member. It has been an honor to serve my community and my fellow FFA members for these short six years. I will tuck my treasured memories safely away in the back of my mind, never to be forgotten, as I join the ranks of the Amery FFA presidents of the past. For all the youngsters that are thinking about joining the FFA or any other youth group, I say… “Do it! You won’t be disappointed.” The FFA changed my life and it can change yours as well.

FFA Alumni provides vital chapter support

BY HEIDI CLAUSEN AMERY FFA ALUMNI SECRETARY

The Amery FFA Alumni is a booster organization that supports agricultural education and FFA members as they participate in local, state and national competitions and attend state and national FFA conventions and leadership development events.

We conduct various fundraisers throughout the year to support FFA members. This year, we’re teaming up with the FFA Alumni chapters in Turtle Lake, Unity and Luck to host our first FFA Alumni Benefit Auction and Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, March 3, at Cricket’s north of Amery. Local Lion’s Club groups will serve a spaghetti dinner starting at 4:30 p.m., and this will be followed by a live auction at 6:30 p.m. We also will have items on a silent auction. A wide variety of items will be sold, including a team-autographed Green Bay Packers football, an autographed picture of the Minnesota Vikings’ Stefon Diggs, a pedal tractor, a quilt set, tools, artwork, furniture, firewood, a small greenhouse, seed, gravel, meat, maple syrup and many gift certificates to area businesses.

Check out our Facebook page at “FFA Alumni Benefit Auction & Spaghetti Dinner” for updates.

All funds from the auction raised

will go to the four participating FFA chapters. Cost for the meal, provided by area Lions clubs, is $10 per plate.

For more information, contact Dave and Heidi Clausen at (715) 268-7454 or clausen@amerytel.net or Jerry Larsen at (715) 553-0258 or jerrylarsen60@ gmail.com.

And it’s not too early to make plans for our 6th annual Farm Toy Show and 4rd annual Tractor Show held during the Amery Fall Festival. This year’s show will be Sunday, Sept. 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Amery Middle School. Again this year, we’re having a farm scene display contest with prizes awarded. Contact Dave Clausen at (715) 268-7454 or clausen@amerytel.net to get involved in this fun event.

As an affiliated member of the Wisconsin FFA Alumni Association, we no longer collect local annual dues.

Anyone interested in supporting FFA and agricultural education is welcome to join; you need not have been an FFA member in high school. Parents of FFA members, in particular, are encouraged to get involved. Along with monetary support, your donations of time and talents are greatly appreciated.

To learn more, contact Rick Dado, president, at (715) 491-1390 or (715) 5540157 or Craig Scholz, vice president, at (612) 751-3236. You also can find more details at www.wisconsinffaalumni.org or www.ffa.org/alumni/Pages/default. aspx.

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To say that excelling in speaking contests is an Amery FFA tradition would be an understatement.

Each year, many of our very own FFA members earn the opportunity to compete against the best of the best in contests such as parliamentary procedure, prepared and extemporaneous speaking, creed speaking, and quiz bowl.

This past summer at the state convention held in Madison, we competed in a variety of events and listened to educational sessions. Our Conduct of Chapter Meetings team consisted of Nick Erickson, Hailey Clausen, Andrew Prindle, Ellie Miller, Drew Meyer, Abby Braaten, and Jackson Mahoney with Deidra Meyer and Courtney Glenna as alternates. This group is the very first team in the state of Wisconsin to win this contest. Deanna Meyer participated in the prepared speaking contest, where she represented Amery very well. Nick Erickson was our FFA Creed speaker and he was first runner-up. We had a junior high quiz bowl team consisting of Courtney Glenna, Deidra Meyer, Timmy Kelling, Lucy Curtis, and Katherine Elwood that earned second place in the state. Retiring state officer Rylee Black from Amery passed on her duties to new state officer Meikah Dado, also from Amery. Along with that, Max Johnson ran to be a national delegate to represent Wisconsin at the National FFA Convention.

The National FFA Convention held in Indianapolis this past October is one of the largest youth gatherings in the country. The theme this year was “I Can, We will.” Our members lived up to this theme by earning high awards in competitions. In the national quiz bowl contest, the team consisting of Michaela Erickson, Nick Erickson, Hailey Clausen, and Courtney Glenna took second place in the nation. Michaela’s individual score was tied for first place, Nick got fourth, Courtney placed tenth, and Hailey was eleventh overall. Our Conduct of Chapter Meetings team that advanced from state put on an awesome performance to earn a silver rating. Nick Erickson got a perfect score on the written test. The National FFA Convention lasts three days and allows our members to take advantage of all the opportunities to attend sessions, hear speakers including U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Purdue and Laila Ali, as well as tour the massive career fair and expo. All of our members learned a lot about FFA, agriculture, and leadership and are grateful for the opportunity to go each year.

FFA Volleyball tournament

BY ESSIE WHITEHEAD

There is an ongoing tradition for our FFA chapter to play volleyball with other chapters around ours. This is a great way for our chapters to get to know each other with a fun game.

We also have a badminton tourna-

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Both events provide awesome opportunities to connect with more members of the FFA.

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Aglympics Each year our chapter hosts an exciting get together called Aglympics involving our FFA members and others in our school district. This year we hosted Aglympics at my own house! We treat the people who attend with diner and drinks, and the officers organize different games and activities to take part in. At the end of the night, the winning team get to sign their names on the fabled Golden Pitchfork. Not to brag, but my team's won the past three years! Some of the fun activities we did this year included: Mighty Mighty, capture the flag, ghost in the graveyard, sardines, and my personal favorite: survival in the dark. We had over 40 members attend. It made for a lot of great pictures. Me and my officer team are all excited to continue having Agylimpics each year!

Farm in the City

BY DREW MEYER

Every year, our chapter hosts Farm in the City Day at the Countryside Co-op. During this event, we make all types of pancakes and sausages for anyone who stops by! It’s free and is open to the public. There is also a petting zoo with all kinds of animals. The purpose of this event is to reach out and connect with the community, giving a chance for people to get to know us and what the FFA is all about!

FFA Concession Stand Once again, the Amery FFA had the pleasure of working in the concession stand during home football games. Many new members experienced their first official FFA event working in the stand. They helped out in many ways; popcorn needed to be popped and bagged, hot dogs and walking tacos needed to be served, and change needed to be given efficiently and correctly. With the contributions of many members working at all stations around the stand, concessions were very successful this year, and our FFA members had a blast.

The Amery FFA Chapter has the opportunity to do so many events and go to conferences and conventions each year. Without the support of our amazing FFA Alumni members, funding these events wouldn’t be possible. With an FFA group over 80 members strong, bake sales don’t cut it anymore.

Under the direction of Dave and Heidi Clausen, the Amery FFA Alumni and those of neighboring chapters including Luck, Turtle Lake, and Unity, are putting on the first FFA Alumni Benefit Auction and Spaghetti Dinner Saturday, March 3, at Cricket’s located north of Amery. Dinner will begin at 4:30 p.m., and the live auction will start at 6:30 p.m.

A wide variety of donated items are being auctioned off with the proceeds going directly to the four FFA Alumni chapters to help fund FFA activities and scholarships. Some of the items that have been donated include a small greenhouse, Milwaukee Bucks tickets, and a football signed by the 2017 Green Bay Packers team. Other items include wine, gift cards, and Wisconsin grown and produced food.

The proceeds from this fundraising event go to change students’ lives by sending them to leadership conferences, state conventions, and national conventions.

To be a member of the National FFA alumni, you don’t have to be a past member. The alumni is made up of people with a passion for supporting the organization and the students impacted by it. We would like to thank the Amery FFA alumni for their continual support and encouragement throughout the year!

World’s Toughest Rodeo

BY DREW MEYER

This year, the Amery FFA attended the World’s Toughest Rodeo. This event takes place at the Xcel Energy Center. Amery brought about 30 students to enjoy the Rodeo. This event includes bareback riding, saddleback bronco riding and bull riding. The night ended with a great concert by an upcoming country singer, Dylan Scott.

Four Hands Holsteins CONGRATULATIONS Amery FFA members!

Dado Family - Trent, Travis, Bethany, Meikah, Ethan

Rick Dado earned Master Agriculturist Award

“We BELIEVE in the future of Agriculture”

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Name: Deanna Meyer Position: President Age: 17 Favorite Farm Animal: Pig Favorite Dairy Product: Ice Cream Favorite FFA Event: The rewards trip has always been my favorite event.

This last year we went all the way to the badlands of North Dakota and saw wild horses, buffalo, and prairie dogs!

Why I joined FFA: I joined the FFA mostly because, as the advisor’s daughter, I’ve been going to FFA events for as long as I can remember! I joined as soon as I could in 7th grade and I’m loving every second of it!

Why FFA is important: FFA is important for numerous reasons, it gives invaluable opportunities to volunteer and develop leadership skills. It creates leaders and sets up a foundation for a successful life.

Name: Drew Meyer Position: Chaplin Age: 16 Favorite Farm Animal: Goat Favorite Dairy Product: Ice Cream Favortie FFA Event: Nationals Why You Joined FFA: I joined FFA because I believe in what the FFA stands for and I want to help others see the importance of everything the FFA has to offer.

Why is FFA Important: FFA teaches you to develop great leadership qualities that will benefit you for a lifetime.

Name: Nick Erickson Favorite Farm Animal: Sheepdogs Favorite Dairy Product: Chocolate Milk Favorite FFA Event: Farm in the City Day Age: 16 Why I joined FFA: Middle school quiz bowl sounded like an interesting contest Why FFA is important: Without FFA, I wouldn’t have the confidence in my speaking abilities that I do now. It is inspiring to students and young agriculturists alike, and it is easily responsible for some of my favorite memories in high school so far.

Max Johnson Secretary Favorite Farm Animal: Dairy Calves Favorite Dairy Product: Cheese Curds Favorite FFA Event: Food For America Age: 18 I joined FFA because my friends were in it and they encouraged me to get involved in different events and competitions.

I believe that the FFA is important because we need to support Agriculture in America and the FFA does a really great job teaching students about all the different aspects of Agriculture, from business to animal care and everything in between.

Amery FFA Officers Name: Hailey Clausen Position: Junior Advisor Favorite Farm Animal: Dairy Cow Favorite Dairy product: Grilled Cheese Favorite FFA event: National Convention Age: 16 Why you joined FFA: I wanted an opportunity to grow as a leader and make a positive difference in my community through events that promote agriculture and volunteerism.

Why FFA is important: FFA allows people of all different backgrounds to come together to positively impact those around them and learn important skills that grow leaders, build communities, and strengthen agriculture.

Name: Allison Oman Position: Treasurer Favorite Farm animal: cow Favorite Dairy Product: cheese!

Favorite FFA event: National Convention Age: 17 Why I joined FFA: My older brother told me FFA was fun and a great opportunity.

Why FFA is important: FFA is so important because it is open to all students and provides abundant opportunities for learning, having fun, serving others, and more.

FFA has influenced my future career path and greatly increased my interests in the agriculture field.

Name: McKenzie Gamache Position: Reporter Favorite Farm Animal: Horse Favorite Dairy Product: Ice cream Favorite FFA Event: Food for America FFA Alumni Age: 16Benefit Auction & Spaghetti Dinner March Why Saturday, I joined FFA: To3, at Cricket’s, north of Amery learn leadership skills Dinner from 4:30-7 p.m.

Live auction starts at 6:30 p.m.

(Served the Lions) andby communication skills, and working with my $10, includes spaghetti, meatballs community breadstick, salad and cupcake Why FFA is important: FFA is important because it Live and silent auction items will include a team-autographed Green Bay Packers football, autographed teaches us the leadership and communication skills picture of the Minnesota Vikings’ Stefon Diggs, pedal tractor, artwork, hand-made furniture, quilts, firewood, a small greenhouse, seed, gravel, meat, maple syrup, many gift cards and certificates to area businesses and MUCH MORE!Plus you have fun that we need to get through life.

Check our Facebook page at “FFA Alumni Benefit Auction & Spaghetti Dinner” for updates while you are learning.

All proceeds raised will go to benefit our FFA members in the Amery, Turtle Lake, Luck and Unity areas.

Questions? Dave & Heidi Clausen, 715-268-7454, or Jerry Larsen, 715-553-0258

FFA Alumni Benefit Auction & Spaghetti Dinner FFA Alumni Saturday, March 3, at Cricket’s, north of Amery

Benefit Auction & Spaghetti Dinner

Saturday, March 3, at Cricket’s, north of Amery Dinner from 4:30-7 p.m.

Live auction starts at 6:30 p.m.

(Served by the Lions) $10, meatballs Breadstick, Salad, Ice Cream & Cupcake $10includes includesspaghetti, Spaghetti, Meatballs, breadstick, salad and cupcake Served by the Lions

Dinner from 4:30-7 p.m.

Live Auction starts at 6:30 p.m.

Live and silent auction items will include a team-autographed Green Bay Packers football, autographed picture of the Minnesota Vikings’ Stefon Diggs, pedal tractor, artwork, hand-made furniture, quilts, firewood, a small greenhouse, seed, gravel, meat, maple syrup, many gift cards and certificates to area businesses and MUCH MORE!

All proceeds raised will go to benefit our FFA members in the Amery, Turtle Lake, Luck and Unity areas All proceeds raised will go to benefit our FFA members in the Questions? Dave & Heidi Clausen, 715-268-7454, Jerry Larsen 715-553-0258 Amery, Turtle Lake, Luck andorUnity areas.

Check our Facebook page at “FFA Alumni Benefit Auction & Spaghetti Dinner” for updates

Questions? Dave & Heidi Clausen, 715-268-7454, or Jerry Larsen, 715-553-0258

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Name: Michaela Erickson Position: Vice President Favorite Farm Animal: Cow Favorite Dairy Product: Cheese Favorite FFA Event: the Leadership Development Events Age: 18 Why I joined FFA: When I was in 7th grade, my 8th grade friends encouraged me to join so I could compete in the Junior High Quiz Bowl Contest, and I’ve loved it ever since.

Why FFA is important: FFA is important to me because it has changed me in so many positive ways.

I have developed my knowledge of agriculture, as well as my leadership and public speaking skills.

FFA has allowed me to travel all over the country, and I’ve also gained many great friendships from joining this organization. Finally, FFA is important to me because it gave me a career path. I am currently planning to focus my college studies on plant breeding and plant genetics, something I would never have known I was interested in if it weren’t for FFA. Name: Essie Whitehead Position: Sentinel Favorite Farm Animal: Pig Age: 17 Favorite Dairy Product: Chocolate Milk Favorite FFA event: Farm in the City Day Why you joined FFA: I joined FFA to learn how to become a better leader, and make more friends.

Why FFA is important: FFA is important because it shows kids how to be successful in their lives.

Name: Dylan Clausen Position: Vice President Favorite Farm Animal: Beef Cattle Favorite Dairy Product: Yogurt Favorite FFA Event: Parliamentary Procedure: Age: 18 Why I Joined FFA: Quiz Bowl and other contests Value of FFA: FFA is the premier student leadership organization, and its agricultural focus creates great connections and opportunities beyond high school.

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Food for America teaches kids

BY MCKENZIE GAMACHE

Do you parents remember that day that your kids came home excited that they got to ride in a tractor wagon to the high school? That day happened to be a very exciting day that we FFA members love to put together, Food for America. We teach the kids about many things while they are here with us. For example, our milk and cheese station, which involves the kids learning where cheese comes from, how it is made, and other fun facts. Our ice cream station is very similar to the milk and cheese station (fun

facts, and amount of ingredients needed, etc.). Our Jell-O station involves us teaching them about what goes into making Jell-O and what ingredients go into other things. Plastic with corn station is where they make a plastic slab out of corn. There is also a small animal station where the kids get to learn about the different animals that we have in the Ag room at the high school. They also get to learn how to hold and take care of them. The kids also got to pet the large animals that we brought in for them. Beef and dairy cows, a

donkey and horse, llama, and others. The kids learned what to do, and what not to do around each animal. They also learned fun facts about them. While learning about animals, they also learned about tractor/machine safety. They learned some very good safety tips, plus they knew quite a bit already!

By the looks of their smiling faces at the end of the day, we concluded that the kids had a lot of fun, as did we! Thank you for sharing your kids with us!

Nick Erickson

FFA Alumni groups to host auction The Amery, Turtle Lake , Unity and Luck FFA Alumni chapters will team up to host an FFA Alumni Benefit Auction and Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, March 3, at Cricket’s, just off U.S. Highway 8 north of Amery on County Road H. Area Lions clubs will serve a spaghetti dinner from 4:30 to 7 p.m. The meal will include spaghetti, meatballs, breadsticks, salad, ice cream and cupcakes. The cost per plate is $10. The first 150 people through the doors will receive tokens for frozen custard at the Rice Lake Culver’s.

The live auction will begin at 6:30 p.m., with Jenny Bergmann of Clayton taking bids. A wide variety of items will be sold, including a team-autographed Green Bay Packers football, an autographed picture of the Minnesota Vikings’ Stefon Diggs, a pedal tractor, artwork, furniture, quilts, firewood, a small greenhouse, seed, gravel, meat, maple syrup and many gift cards and certificates to area businesses. A silent auction also will be held. All auction proceeds will go to the FFA Alumni chapters at Amery, Turtle Lake, Luck and Unity to assist FFA members with scholarships, travel and program support. Meal proceeds will benefit local service projects and youth opportunities.

To view auction items and see updates, visit the Facebook page at “FFA Alumni Benefit Auction & Spaghetti Dinner” for updates. For more information, contact Dave Clausen at 715-268-7454 or clausen@amerytel.net or Jerry Larsen at 715-5530258 or jerrylarsen60@gmail.com.

The Farm Toy Show Early on the morning of Sunday, September 17th, a team of FFA members could be found at the middle school gym helping get various displays ready for the Farm Toy Show later that day. Several exhibitors brought hundreds of unique toy tractors, plows, wagons, and other model farm equipment, even some extravagant model farms for their displays. The gym buzzed with enthusiasm as people from around the community came to look at all the farm toys, new and old. Every year there is much excitement surrounding this event, and this year was no different.

Fruit Sales

BY MAX JOHNSON

What could be better than receiving a box of fresh apples, delicious oranges and juicy grapefruit? Every year the FFA sells fruit as a fundraiser for our chapter. This allows our member to learn skills in sales, with annual sales totaling over $10,000. We get our fruit from some of the best orchards in the U.S. and bring the delicious fruit to your door.

The Amery FFA is currently having our spring fruit sale! If you want to support your local chapter and order some great fruit, you can contact an FFA member or call Amery FFA advisor Derrick Meyer at (715) 268-9771 ext. 252 and place an order. This spring our sale ends on February 23rd.

If you have ordered fruit from FFA members in the past, we thank you for your great support of our chapter and community!

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District Competition Extemp.

Speaking Meikah Dado, State Officer, presented award to Michaela Erickson and Ellie Miller.

Quiz Bowl - 2nd Place Pictured, left to right: Timmy Kelling, Meikah Dado, Emma Johnson, Kaitlyn Peterson, Deidra Meyer, Courtney Glenna.

Parli Pro Team

Job Interview Hailey Clausen (right) was presented the trophy by Meikah Dado.

Hailey Clausen, Annika Schwartz, Meikah Dado, presenter, Jackson Mahoney, Andrew Prindle, Nick Erickson, Allison Oman.

Rewards trip hosted by FFA The FFA rewards trip is a trip hosted by the Amery FFA every summer.

Eight to ten FFA members earn a spot on the rewards trip by earning the most points in the chapter. Points are earned by participating in chapter activities, attending meetings, selling fruit, competing in speaking contests, and more. Last year they took a five day trip to North Dakota. They saw many famous attractions like as The-

odore Roosevelt National Park. They also attended a play in Medora, went horseback riding, hiked, and more.

Members who went on the trips always talk about how much fun they had.

This upcoming summer, the rewards trip destination will be St. Louis, Missouri.

Creed Speaking Meikah Dado, left, presents plaque to Hannah Elmer and Lucy Curtis.

Washington Leadership Conference This past year, three of our very own FFA members, Deanna Meyer, Dylan Clausen, and myself, had the amazing opportunity to travel to Washington, D.C. for the FFA Washington Leadership Conference. The conference teaches FFA members about becoming an engaged citizen and making a positive impact in their own communities. The group sessions were focused on four different themes: “Me,” “We,” “Do,” and “Serve.” In addition to different large and small group sessions, we had the opportunity to see different parts of Washington, D.C. every day. We

visited Arlington National Cemetery, the Capitol, the Newseum, the Smithsonian, as well as many of the different monuments located in the city. The entire conference cumulates on the last day in a service activity. We participated in the Meals of Hope program, and together we packed thousands of meals for people in need in the D.C. community. I’d like to thank everybody that supports the Amery FFA Chapter, because none of the experiences the three of us gained from this conference would have been possible without your support. Thank you!

Sectional Leadership Workshop

BY MAX JOHNSON

Second graders visited Four Hands Holsteins for Information and treats

This past September, the Amery FFA chapter once again hosted Section 1’s Sectional Leadership Conference. This is a conference put on by the Wisconsin FFA State Officer Team. Because the Amery chapter is the home of State Reporter Meikah Dado, we held the conference for the second year in a row.

Section 1 is the largest in Wisconsin, from Lake

Superior all the way south to Amery. We had over 200 students from 20 different schools in attendance this year as the FFA State Officer Team ran workshops and held meetings to teach FFA members more about how they can get involved in the FFA. This year the theme for the conference was “Finding your FFA Ever After” and the idea of Fairy Tales. The Amery

members enjoyed this event as they got to learn while also meeting FFA members from other schools in our area.

Thanks to the State Officer Team for doing a great job the Amery members for assisting in the set-up of this event, our alumni for sponsoring the food, and to all those who attended for making this a great event!

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Thank You to the Amery FFA Chapter for being a vital part of the Amery Community at local, state, district and national levels

National FFA Week is a wonderful opportunity to congratulate the fine young men, women and advisors on a job well done!

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