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as a whole.

Jessica Turtle, the creative director and featured artist of the exhibit stated, “I started the sensory exhibit hoping to make people more comfortable in an art gallery environment and to make it more

Amery City Council members and department heads met Monday, June 12 to review the results of a citywide organizational assessment. In simplest terms, the consultant believes that many city frustrations could be improved with the development of a strategic plan, and by hiring a City Administrator who sets a gold standard for professional workplace culture.

The assessment was conducted by Arizona-based Mejorando Group, hired earlier this year following the departure of former City Administrator Darcy Long. All council members and department heads, excluding Alderman Rick Davis, attended separate daylong sessions conducted with Mejorando at Wapogasset Bible Camp.

Patrick Ibarra, consultant for the firm, reported back six areas that could be considered detrimental toward city operations. They include: 1) Due to a number of factors, council members have been directly involved in directing city staff.

2) No strategic plan to guide the future.

3) Flat organizational structure (lack of middle management, employees have broad and versatile responsibilities).

4) Lack of a foundation for delivering department services effectively.

5) No priority setting or creation of annual goals.

“You look at the budget, it’s a series of spreadsheets,” said Ibarra. “There are no goals or ser

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A friendly bee welcomes visitors to Amery’s Hungry Turtle Institute, site of a new exhibit called ‘Much Ado About Bees.’ The bee-centered curation will be on display through August in downtown Amery, and is free and open to the public.

Bees, Please!

Summer-long exhibit invites you explore all things ‘bee’

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Friday, June 9, celebrated the start of the Natural Heritage Project’s first sensory exhibit held at Amery’s Hungry Turtle Institute.

Free and open to the public, hun-

dreds of visitors to the ‘Much Ado About Bees’ reveal were encouraged to explore the human relationship to the honey and bumble bee while engaging all five senses and building awareness towards bees, their purpose in nature and benefits to society and mankind

Has it really been five years?

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It’s hard to believe. But 2017 marks the fi fth anniversary of Amery’s increasingly popular Music on the River series. And it all kicks off this Friday night with a nostalgic trip back in time that the whole family can appreciate.

Bring your dancing shoes for a trip back to the 50s, 60s, and 70s. Local fa-

vorites, ‘The Studebakers,’ will be on stage at 5 p.m. and the regionally acclaimed ‘Whitesidewalls’ are right behind them to headline the show at 6:30.

Bring your blankets and lawn chairs.

All of the fun takes place in Amery’s Michael Park on the newly built Danielson stage, with plenty of green grass for seating.

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A crowded Michael Park during Music on the River, 2016.

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BEES: Guests can explore the exhibit during Farm Table’s normal hours this summer FROM PAGE ONE

of a focus based on learning, experience and fun as opposed to going piece by piece, feeling uncomfortable and abruptly leaving.”

‘Much Ado About Bees,’ on display through August at the Hungry Turtle Institute, provides a much more interactive and intimate function for onlookers, strategically broken up into smaller exhibits in order for participants to feel free to wander without insecurities.

During the Friday opening, those in attendance could aesthetically gorge all five of their senses, whether it be through being visually transfixed by Turtle’s majestic paintings, enjoying the Wisconsin and Minnesota bred honeys and mead tasting from primary contributors Winehaven and White Winter Winery, as well as honey based d’oeuvres, and learning about the array of products made with 100% natural beeswax and the tools used in the beekeeping process. The artwork in the gallery was based off of a list called the Natural Heritage Project, a huge list of species that are disappearing in the state of Wisconsin. Turtle found a series of bees

through the project to be the center of her gallery for this particular event and stated that other artists would be lined up in the future to showcase other endangered species of Wisconsin at the gallery.

“The mission out of the Farm Table Foundation gave us [and other artists to come] the skeletal structure of the Natural Heritage Project to artistically showcase specific species who are in harms way of current agricultural practices and to promote ag[riculture] support,” said Turtle. “By educating people about their environments, where they live, why they are important, we are hoping that they will start to learn to be a little more cautious and change up their practices a bit and be more aware.” After putting together this particular exhibit, Turtle stated that she is more fond of the bumble and honey bee and has a new love and obsession for them.

All of Turtle’s art on display can be purchased in both original and print form and all of the artists aligned with the Natural Heritage Project will eventually have their work compiled and featured in a book series.

Friday’s event also featured Jeff Dan-

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Guests of Friday’s exhibit opening enjoyed sampling mead, an alcoholic beverage made by fermenting honey and blending it with other ingredients.

MUSIC: Oldies music, food and car show starts Friday at five.

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rockin’ the oldies theme. Amery Chevrolet’s annual car show also gets under way at 5. Get up close and personal with some of your favorite cars from yesterday.

The Amery Community Club has made this year’s Music on the River series one for the books. Lucky concert goers may even snag a t-shirt launched into the crowd by a sling-shot wielding committee member.

While most towns will charge admission to see this kind of fun, Amery’s Music on the River series is the best free show west of the Apple. But bring your pocketbooks, because there’s plenty of food and beer to enjoy too.

New this year will be Myron Marko’s Holy Donuts, along with traditional favorites like cheese curds and homemade french fries.

Music on the River takes place this Friday from 5 to 9:30. Can’t make it Friday night?

Mark your calendars for two more upcoming Music on the River events: Country music from the ‘St. Paul Mudsteppers’ and ‘Chris Kroeze Band’ on July 21, and blues from ‘The Stogies’ and ‘Lamont Cranston’ on August 18.

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Being able to see and touch actual pollen is just one fo the many hands on experiences at this summer’s ‘Much Ado About Bees’ exhibit.

key, owner and operator of Minnetonka Gold based out of Navarre, Minn. Dankey is a very enthusiastic beekeeper who provided much of the equipment for the collection of beekeeping tools presented at the exhibit, as well as plenty of insight into the profession and hobby of beekeeping and two of the honeys on display for tasting.

“Sustainable beekeeping or apiary models is using small hives to support your big hives, and vice versa, in order to take from really strong and healthy hives and giving it to weaker ones,” said Dankey of his beekeeping methods.

Dankey, in tune with the localized ideology of the Farm Table Foundation, raises his own localized queens by buying from a local beekeeper in Burnsville, Minn. The queens are then able to adapt and evolve to the area’s environment at a much quicker rate, making them able to sustain longer winters.

‘Much Ado About Bees’ will be open to the public during normal business hours for the remainder of the summer and continue to feature Turtle’s 2-D bee-centric paintings, the menagerie of beekeeper’s tools and products made with 100% beeswax, as well as the complete kit bee boxes hand painted by

Christy Swartz of St. Paul and a beautifully woven ‘Sun Hive’ by Kelsey Bee of Heirloomista.

A follow-up showcase to the ‘Much Ado About Bees’ exhibit will be held on August 26th during the honey fair and will again feature Dankey as the “Ask the Keeper” beekeeping expert, who will be providing two new original honeys to taste.

“At the end of September we will be having a beekeeper workshop with another beekeeping expert, Mike Bush,” added Program Director Brandie Anderson. “With a purchase of one of the bee boxes by Swartz you will receive a free ticket to the beekeeper workshop in September.”

IF YOU GO: What: ‘Much Ado About Bees’ Cost: Free Where: The Hungry Turtle Institute, 110 Keller Avenue North, Amery, Wis. When: Same business hours as The Farm Table— Mon, Wed, Thurs. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Fri. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Sat. 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Sun. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Closed Tuesdays.

Clayton Cheese Days: a classic small-town celebration Clayton’s 51st annual Cheese Days has changed a lot over the last 50 years. Today, you won’t find many games or activities revolving around the ever-popular dairy food. But what you will find is 100 percent small-town Wisconsin fun.

Get things started with free admission to everything at the Clayton Fire Hall during Friday’s

Family Fun Night. That includes a garden tractor pull at 6:15, a kids pedal pull at 6:30, and a street dance with ‘The Commotion’ from 8 to midnight.

Saturday’s main events include the Cheese Days Parade with Grand Marshall Ivanna Bergmann at 10 a.m. followed by the Queen’s Tea and Coronation. And nothing

says Wisconsin like the Tractor pull at noon, and truck pull at 7 p.m.

Sunday they’ve saved the best for last with the Lions Club Demolition Derby starting at 2 p.m. next to the water tower.

For a complete listing of this year’s ‘Cheese Days’ events, visit villageofclaytonwi.com.

You’re invited to help ‘Light the Marquee!’

Final preparations are underway as a small group calling themselves the ‘Amery Arts Alliance’ works to re-open the doors of Amery’s historic downtown theater for the first time in several years.

‘Light the Marquee!’ will take place on Thursday, June 22 starting at 6 p.m. The Amery Arts Alliance invites you to come take a look during this open-house event, featuring complimentary wine and cheese from 6 to 7 p.m. and live music and entertainment starting at 7.

A variety of local acts will take

the stage that evening, including comedy and old-time radio ensembles, and local country and bluegrass music from ‘Trigger Happy,’ ‘Three on the Tree,’ ‘The Ricks,’ ‘3 Shades of Gray,’ ‘Steve Mireau,’ and more.

The event is free and open to the public, but donations are welcome.

Concessions will also be available.

No reservations will be taken for this open house. Seating is limited.

The Amery Arts Alliance was formed as a means of partnering with local arts organizations to help revitalize and re-open

Amery’s historic downtown theater, and a goal of becoming a regional performance destination.

The group plans to feature regular, monthly entertainment at the theater, including plays, music, fi lm live performances and more.

See what’s playing next by visiting ameryartsalliance.org, or following them on Facebook at facebook. com/ameryartsalliance.

To learn more about volunteering, performing, or making use of the Amery Classic Theater, contact Jim Thompson at 715-573-5139.

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JUNE 13 Instructor’s Concert Haugaard’s West Denmark Fiddle School will present an Instructor’s Concert on Tuesday, June 13 at 8 p.m. at the West Denmark Lutheran Church (2478 170th Street in Luck). Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for students.

Featuring Harald Haugaard from Denmark, Antti Jarvela from Finland, Hanneke Cassel from Boston, Kevin Henderson from Shetland, and Helene Blum from Denmark.

JUNE 15 Finale Concert Haugaard’s West Denmark Fiddle School will host a Finale Concert with more than 35 participants and instructors on Thursday, June 15 at 8 p.m.

Adults $12, students $6. Will be held at West Denmark Lutheran Church. For more information visit westdenmark.net.

Garden Club The Amery Area Garden Club will tour the Down to Earth Garden Center in Eau Claire on Thursday, June 15.

Lunch will be on location. A car pool will leave the Amery Community Center at 9 a.m.

Historical Society Meeting Planning for the Amery Fall Festival open house will be among the topics at the Thursday, June 15 meeting of the Amery Historical Society. The display will be dedicated to our nation’s participation in World War One. Ideas and memorabilia welcome. The meeting is open to any interested person.

They will meet in the lower level of the Amery Public Library. The display will be open Thursday and Friday afternoon during Fall Festival.

Bee Keepers Meeting The Polk-Burnett Bee Keepers Association will meet June 15 at 7 p.m. at the Polk County Justice Center. Discussion will be about the upcoming county fair.

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Music on the River Kick off Amery’s first ‘Music on the River’ of the season with the oldies music of ‘The Studebakers,’ from 5-6:30, followed by the ‘Whitesidewalls’ at 6:30.

Food, music and family fun in Amery’s Michael Park begins at 5:00 and goes until 9:30 p.m.

JUNE 16-18 Clayton Cheese Days Three days of fun are planned for Clayton’s 51st annual Cheese Days. Friday’s street dance featuring ‘The Commotion’ starts at 8 p.m. Saturday’s grand parade starts at 10 a.m. and tractor pull at noon. Sunday’s demo derby starts at 2 p.m. More events listed online

at villageofclaytonwi.com.

JUNE 17 Woman’s Club Art Fair Amery’s North Park will be packed to the gills with crafters and vendors selling their wares from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public.

JUNE 22 Given Away-A Memoir Author Kate Gjerde will visit the Amery Area Community Center at 1 p.m. to read from her memoir, ‘Given Away,’ a portrait of a childhood spent in two very different worlds.

Refreshments will be provided. This session is open to the public and free of charge.

Broasted Chicken Dinner

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A chicken dinner fundraiser will be held at 2:30 at Miki Jo’s Bar and Grill in Amery to help defer transportation costs as area vets travel to Target Field to raise the flag during the July 9 baseball game. Dinner includes garlic mashed potatoes, dressed green beans and a dinner roll. Meat raffle, meat boards and 50/50 raffle will also be held.

The Amery Arts Alliance invites you to an open house and debut benefit performance at the Amery Classic Theater, with wine and cheese available from 6-7 and live music by ‘Trigger Happy,’ ‘The Ricks,’ ‘Three on the Tree,’ and other local performers starting at 7 p.m. Event is free but donations are appreciated. Concessions available, reservations not required but seating is limited.

Car Show Clayton Lions will host a Car Show on Saturday, June 17 on Church Street in Clayton. Registration is 8 a.m. to noon. Cost is $5 per vehicle with six different divisions. To be in the parade, please register by 9:30 a.m.

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JUNE 22-25 Clear Lake Heritage Days Carnival, live bands, demo derby, citywide garage sale, parade, 5k, car and snowmobile show and more. Details available at clearlakewi.com.

JUNE 23

Worship in the Park

Red Cross Blood Drive

A worship service will be held in Garfield Park on Sunday, June 18 at 9:30 a.m. The event includes breakfast, fellowship, and a luther rose made out of Legos. Pastor Lori Peper will officiate the service. The event is sponsored by Deronda Lutheran Church, Little Falls Lutheran Church, and Trinity Lutheran Church.

A blood drive will take place at Bremer Bank in Amery from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit redcrossblood.org or call 800-red-cross to schedule an appointment.

JUNE 19 City of Lakes Open The Amery Lions will once again host their annual Golf Scramble on June 19 at the Amery Golf Club, with proceeds benefitting special needs students at Amery School District. Registration for this fun tournament begins at 9:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 10:30.

Cost is $80 per person and includes 18 holes, 1/2 cart rental, golf lesson from Steve Wilhelm, box lunch, prizes and awards.

Registration forms available at the Amery Golf Club, iAMg Ameriprise office in Amery, or online at amerylionsclub.org.

JUNE 21 The Longest Day In recognition of June as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month and to help raise money to find a cure, Riverbend Assisted Living will be participating in the Longest Day, assembling 14 puzzles from sunrise to sunset. To donate visit www. alz.org and donate to the ‘Riverbend Crew.’ Accepting donations and silent auction items until June 16.

entertainment. Event includes a ‘Paris’ themed hat contest with prizes for the best hats.

Seating is limited, call for reservation at 715-268-6334 or 715268-2143.

JUNE 30 Giant Ice Cream Sundae What better way to spend a summer afternoon than helping devour a thirty foot ice cream sundae. Free while it lasts under Amery’s Soo Line Pavillion at noon.

JULY 1 Wanderoos Independence Day Celebration The 50th anniversary edition of the Wanderoos Independence Day Celebration will be held on Saturday, July 1.

Kiddle parade starts at 10:45 followed by the grand parade at 11. Kids games and sawdust pile start at 1 p.m. Many more events. For more information visit wanderoos.org.

JULY 21 Music on the River Amery’s second ‘Music on the River’ in Michael Park features music from the ‘St. Paul Mudsteppers’ from 5-7 followed

by Country music from the Chris Kroeze Band at 7. Food, car show, and family fun all evening long.

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Koinonia Singers

Music on the River

East Immanuel Church presents the Koinonia Singers, Friday, June 23 at 7 p.m. in their outdoor chapel. This lively group of 30-40 high school students will share Christian music followed by s’mores around a bonfire.

Amery’s final Music on the River for 2017 features music from ‘The Stogies’ from 5-7 and blues headliner ‘Lamont Cranston’ starting at 7 p.m. Food, car show, and family fun all evening long.

JUNE 25 Benefit for Barry Ketz Barry Ketz of Clayton was severely injured in a fall from his tree stand in November of 2016.

A benefit to help offset medical costs and his ongoing and extensive therapy needs will be held on June 25 from 11-6 at the Mumm Barn in Clayton. Free will donation throughout the day, cash bar available, free shuttle to and from the Clayton School. Silent and live auction.

Pie and Ice Cream Social Little Falls Lutheran Church will hold a Pie and Ice Cream Social on Sunday, June 25 from 4-7 p.m. Serving barbecue sandwiches, chips, pickles, and beverages, along with pie and ice cream. Free will donation.

Tea Party The East Immanuel Church ‘Ladies of the Labyrinth’ will host their 11th annual ‘Tea Party’ on Sunday, June 25 at 2 p.m. Cost is $8. Come enjoy a traditional tea party in their outdoor chapel with food and

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ONGOING Amery Farmer’s Market A farmer’s market will take place in Amery’s Soo Line Park every Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon, and every Monday from 3 to 6 p.m. through harvest season.

Pickleball Free and open to the public, no experience necessary.

Group meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:30 a.m. and Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.

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.

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

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‘Gouchy’ no more

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I have experienced many things in my life and I have been fortunate to avoid many other experiences.

I went five decades without a broken bone, a record I was proud of until I decided to use my gloved hand to clear a clogged auger on a running snow blower.

Yes, I know, not smart at all. God does look out for fools, so all I ended up with was a broken tip of the middle finger of my left hand.

Keeping it immobilized, always pointing up, was a great conversation starter for a week or so.

Last week, I had another one of those experiences.

Publisher My left foot began to be stiff Tom Stangl and sore with some pain near my big toe and some marks that looked like bruises appeared as well. I could not recall dropping anything on my foot or injuring it in any other way and eventually the pain was so intense that even having a sheet on my toe was excruciating.

A perusal of the internet pointed to a diagnosis of gout. I used a telephone consultation doctor provided by our company, who came to the same conclusion. He prescribed some anti-inflammatory drugs and told me to see my primary physician if I wasn’t “markedly better” in two days.

I don’t know about you, but when I hear “gout” I have a less than favorable mental picture. I see King Henry VIII, corpulent and over indulging in food and drink.

I didn’t want to be “that guy.”

Over the weekend, I got worse and ended up seeing a doctor. Some blood work and foot x rays confirmed the diagnosis of gout. Fortunately, there are prescription medications that can make things better quickly.

When I was receiving counseling from the pharmacist on the drug that I was to take for my gout, my wife told the pharmacist I was “gouchy,” a word she made up that was a combination of gout and grouchy — gouchy.

Very clever.

The pharmacist shared that his young granddaughter was at times “hangry” — hungry and angry, something she warned her grandfather about and a situation he quickly remedied. We all had a good laugh.

I took the medicine (tiny, tiny pills) and was seeing relief in hours. A week after the initial pain, I was nearly back to normal. Amazing.

It turns out that my predilection for red meat (I could eat it at nearly every meal) was my undoing. Foods that are high in purines, which the body breaks down to uric acid, are to be avoided and it doesn’t hurt to lose some weight as well. It’s the uric acid that accumulates and causes the problems.

I haven’t had red meat for a while now. Chicken is just fine. I’ve even been eating some fresh fruit. Caffeine, beer, red wine, spinach, asparagus, gravy, scallops, sugary drinks and gravy are to be avoided – all have purines. Drinking lots of water helps as well, which is good for everyone.

I will be able to eat red meat or any of the other foods, but must do so in moderation. Moderation is the key to success in many things in life, a lesson I continue to struggle to learn.

But thanks to marvels of modern medicine, I am “gouchy” no more.

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

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

Non-partisan court race already has partisan overtones

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Some Democrats grumbled when conservative Supreme Court Justice Annette Ziegler, unopposed, cruised to re-election to a 10-year term in April.

But they should be happier now that two candidates already have surfaced to take on conservative Justice Michael J. Gableman next spring if he runs again.

The former Burnett County circuit judge and district attorney for Ashland County has been a low-key member of the high court’s conservative majority. But he could become a high-profi le target for liberal groups looking to create momentum for the fall 2018 campaign.

Gableman’s two prospective opponents both addressed the state Democratic Party convention in Middleton in early June, a sign that this officially non-partisan race will again be a hyper-partisan one.

Tim Burns, a Madison attorney, affirmed his candidacy as a progressive justice for state Supreme Court.

“We cannot get into fair and impartial courts without recognizing a brutal truth: the political values of judges matter,” he told party activists.

Burns pledged he would be running a “different type of campaign,” saying he would be “talking about my values nonstop.”

“I am running a nonpartisan race, but I will not run from progressive organization and I will not run from progressive politicians,” he said. “I am proud of the values we share.”

Burns blasted Gableman as a justice who ran “the most corrupt campaign in our history” in 2008, saying his values have made him the “chief advocate for special interests in Wisconsin.”

The second potential challenger is Rebecca Dallet, a Milwaukee County judge. She told Democratic Party activists the soluti on to partisan judges on the right is not to elect more partisan judges from the other side.

Instead, she argued judges need to be independent.

“If we fall into the trap of politicizing the third branch, we turn

our back on our true progressive history,” said Dallet. “We need independent judges who follow the law and decide every case based on the Wisconsin and U.S. constitutions and the law.”

Dallet tried to strike a balance as she told Dem activists she believes in putting away the worst violent offenders, but also that society needs to incarcerate fewer people and “make our justice system work better.”

She also made a pitch to the party’s liberal base, saying her proudest day in the courtroom was when the U.S. Supreme Court struck down bans on gay marriage, making “us equal under the law when it comes to love and marriage.” Dallet said she had been out of town when the ruling came down, but grabbed her robe and headed to the courthouse to begin marrying couples.

Dallet, a former prosecutor argued the law is a “living thing.”

“But that’s not the same as pre-deciding outcomes on one side or another, or to promise you I’ll be just another politician, just to try and win an election,” Dallet said.

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Editor’s Notes Jessica de la Cruz

As usual I’m running late. I should have gotten to this last week.

A huge thank you is in order to Rob Bursik at Dragonfly Gardens.

He went above and beyond in donating plants to fill the raised bed around Amery’s infamous bobber.

When I told him I was taking a photo of that iconic Amery scene for our upcoming ‘Explore

Amery’ guide, and that things just didn’t look camera worthy, he stepped in with a big donation. Thanks so much for your generosity to the community, Rob. And I would be remiss if I didn’t also thank Bob Johnson for tilling up that weed patch, and Dennis and Janet Strohbusch for their help in the planting. Thanks to their efforts, Bobber Park will be a little more beautiful for all of us this summer.

It brought to mind that maybe there are things we could do in other parts of Amery. In just a few short months, camera crews from WCCO will be rolling through our streets, taking footage of our fair city. Will we be putting our best face forward?

What if each of us found a little improvement we could make?

We have a few months. This is our chance.

Fran Duncanson has some discussions underway in regards to our local murals. And I’m exploring options for additional greenery or fixtures in Amery’s downtown. If you or your organization would like to contribute to that cause, please let me know.

Ted Zinn has graciously given back to Amery with his floral gifts for so many years. He doesn’t want the attention, but I want to tell him how much we’ve enjoyed those flowers all these years.

Thank you, Ted, and Shirley too.

I’d like to issue a challenge to my fel-

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low Amery residents. Can you or your organization find something that needs a little TLC this summer? Can you pull some weeds, or adopt a flowerbed? Can you paint a fence, or do some landscaping that you’ve been putting off? Can you clean something dirty, or throw away some old junk?

This is the perfect excuse to invest a little time into making Amery as beautiful as it can be.

If you take on a project, send me a picture. I’ll be sure to include it in an upcoming edition of the Free Press, and maybe that will inspire a few more people to do the same.

AEDC helps business do business My name is Paul Shafer and I want to tell you a little bit about the Amery Economic Development Corporation (AEDC).

First, a little about my background. My wife, Diane and I have lived in Amery since 1984.

Four of our 5 daughters, along with our 10 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter call Amery home.

In Local 2011, I retired from AFP adVoices vanced food Paul Shafer products in Clear Lake, AEDC after 26 years, the last 24 as Plant Manager. I was looking to stay reasonably active and I was very fortunate to be hired as the Executive Director of the AEDC. I am beginning my 7th year in that capacity.

The Amery Economic Development Corporation was incorporated in June of 2009.

The AEDC is a non-profit private corporation funded by its membership. Our purpose is economic development in the Amery community as well as the retention and growth of existing businesses. We are heavily involved in advocacy for the Amery community and the business community with-

in our City.

The AEDC is overseen by a Board of Directors comprised of business leaders from different professional clusters.

Current volunteers that serve on the AEDC Board of Directors are Dan Draxler, Board President, Tom Bensen, Board Vice-President, Matt Johnson, Board Secretary, Scott Jensen, Board Treasurer, Ed Flanum, Paul Isakson, Dennis Malecek, Mark Tryggestad, Ed White and Jason Whitley.

One of the questions that I get asked is ‘does the AEDC have funds to lend to businesses’?

The answer is no. We are not a lending option. The AEDC acts as a connector or liaison of sorts. By that I mean, we work to connect a business issue with a resource to address that issue. Often, an existing business leader does not have time to investigate a potential solution to an issue he may have.

That is where we can come in and help find a resource that can address his issue.

Our goals for the current membership year include: Work with the City of Amery on developing and marketing the new business park space.

Work with Amery employers on workforce development (attraction and retention).

Add housing options within the Amery community Worked to bring additional

hotel rooms to Amery Grow the AEDC membership/resources.

Some of the activities that have taken place to meet these goals include: The organization of the Manufacturer’s Leadership Roundtable that brings the leadership of the Amery manufacturers together to allow them to network with each other. The purpose of this roundtable is to give the manufacturers a sense of community and emphasize their importance to our community.

We want to help them in any way we can to ensure that they are successful. Successful manufacturing helps to strengthen our retail and service business sectors.

The AEDC has worked with the city and the regional organization, Momentum West, to get ‘Gold Shovel’ certification for the 2 industrial sites in the east industrial park. This designation is a marketing tool that tells people, looking for Industrial park space, that our space is ready for development from the standpoint of utilities and infrastructure such as roads.

We funded and developed the ‘Work Amery’ website. The purpose of the website is to create awareness among both Amery commuters and Amery visitors as to the types of jobs available in our community. We have

many employers, in the areas of healthcare, construction and manufacturing, looking to hire. Finding good dependable employees is an issue throughout our region and we want to help our employers in any way we can to meet their needs. We are also working with CESA 11 on doing more to fill Youth Apprenticeship opportunities in the area of manufacturing and the building trades. Through May, we have had 9,528 pages viewed by 3,889 visitors to the ‘Work Amery’ website since September of 2016. If you would like to learn about employment opportunities in Amery go to www.workamery.org .

The AEDC worked with the City of Amery to help fund and co-commission a housing study. Like many communities in our area, housing is a need for our community and we will continue to work on ways to help meet that need.

We worked to bring additional hotel rooms to Amery by funding a hotel study and holding an informational/potential investor meeting in the fall of 2016. Work on this important objective continues.

By now, I am sure that you have heard that WCCO-TV is ‘Goin to the Lake’ in Amery this summer. August 16-18, WCCO personnel will be in Amery doing some live broadcasting from as yet to be deter-

mined locations. The visibility for our community will be great as Amery attributes will be featured during their newscasts the evenings of August 17 and 18. The work of the AEDC helped make this visit possible.

As mentioned earlier, the AEDC is focused on Economic Development in the Amery community. Whether promoting tourism, or working with an existing business or addressing questions posed by a prospective new business, we work to advocate for the City of Amery.

If you have any ideas for us to explore or if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to talk to me or any board member. Visit our website at www. ameryedc.org for more information about the AEDC. We are just starting our new membership drive for our membership year which runs from July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018. If you are one of our current 61 members, we thank-you for your support.

If you are not a member of the AEDC but would like to join, please contact me and I will be glad to talk to you about that. It is only with the support of our membership that the AEDC can continue HELPING BUSINESS DO BUSINESS.

identify as such, and not by religion. During the war, He has liberated many cities, did away with Sharia , (Sharia law was imposed on the occupied citizens by the maggots known as the (“Moderate Rebels”) He is very aggressive, creating platforms for democracy. Women can wear whatever they want.

Under the Syrian Constitution, Christians are not only protected, but are encouraged to practice their faith. During the war, the Syrian Army would make sure that the churches had generators for electricity and, running water,. Syria was the second safest country in

the world; The American Ambassador would travel around Syria without any protection apparatus or, fear. Till this day, Dr. Basher Al-Assad does not and, will not wear a bullet proof vest.

But of course, who dares to not be under the boot of the USA, Israel, Saudi, and ...etc?

Any “STABLE” Arab country is a threat to them; the rule is “HE MUST GO.” The Syrians are fighting terrorist, an enemy we have in common, I believe, the world is in his debt.

But instead we demonize him, accuse him by using false flags and, fairy tales that we cannot

prove. We bomb the Syrian army, and support the so called “Moderate Rebels”. We say “We must save the Syrian people” “we must replace the Syrian government with our Democracy, so they will do what we say”. let’s ask the Syrian people what they want, my guess, they will say “STAY OUT.” NATO gave the Syrians 3 weeks before they collapsed, seven years later, and despite what the world throws their way, they are still in the fight, fighting against extremism.

Abe Saleh Amery, Wis.

The other side the west forbid us to know To the Editor: Some think he isn’t the best but, everyone knows that he kept Syria stable and quite healthy, free medicine, free health care for everyone, ZERO debt; he even helped other Arabs from outside Syria. Syrians are not rich; but self sufficient, whether it is energy, education, farming, technology and hospitality, ‘open home for anyone’.

After our invasion of Iraq, Why did Christians flock to Syria?

Because they knew Bashar can protect them, while the USA cannot. After Iraq invaded Kuwait, who was in Saudi Arabia to protect her? Not us, nor the

Russians, but the Syrians. Who helped the Jordanians during their uprising? Not us, nor the Russians, but the Syrians. Who brought the Lebanese civil war to an end? Not us, nor the Russians, The Syrians did. Syria was part of the coalition during the first Gulf War. The program named, “Extraordinary Renditions”. Take’s a person no more than a glance to conclude that the USA and, the Syrian government were very close allies. He has the world’s most secular nation, most secular armed forces, treats all religions with respect, he is very popular amongst Syrians, who,

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Centuria man runs out of gas, and in to trouble

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

A scheduled jury trial on charges of methamphetamine possession may now be in limbo for a Centuria man, whose vehicle was recently found on the side of the road with as many as 55 allegedly drug-laced syringes inside.

Officers responded Lehner to an unoccupied vehicle parked on the

side of the road June 1 near Highway 35 and Peer Avenue in St. Croix Falls.

The vehicle was registered to Timothy A. Lehner, 26, of Centuria, who is currently on bond for pending methamphetamine charges, the conditions of which include he not possess or use drugs or drug paraphernalia.

According to police reports, officers found orange caps from what they believed to be syringes around the vehicle, along with two pipes commonly used for marijuana. A K9 search of the exterior confirmed officer suspicions, prompting a search of the interior.

Syringes were found in the center console, the seat pockets, on the seat, in the back of the vehicle, in a backpack in the back seat, and on the floor—totaling 55 in all according to police reports. Officers also found a bubble pipe, a case for a digital scale, and a large number of unused gem bags. According to police reports, a random sample of the syringes, as well as the bubble pipe, all tested positive for methamphetamine.

As officers searched the vehicle, Lehner approached carrying a gas can. He was subsequently arrested and taken

to Polk County Jail. Lehner was subsequently charged with possession of methamphetamine and paraphernalia, as well as felony bail jumping. He was released on a $500 cash bond June 2.

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

Polk County Circuit Court Appearance date: June 6, 2017 Daniel E. Anderson, 51, Comstock, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Shannon A. Austinson, 27, Turtle Lake, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph) $175.30.

Anthony J Biljan, 52, Danbury, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Austin R. Bowman, 18, Grantsburg, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Robert C. Carlson, 55, Balsam Lake, dog at large, $100.

Zachary V. Casselberry, 20, Amery, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10.

Taylor C. Chinander, 18, Osceola, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Melissa M. Dahlstrom, 30, Osceola, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Gary M. Dallek, 70, Somerset, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Delores A. Davidson, 78, Milltown, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Shakayla L. Davis, 19, Amery, operating while suspended, $200.50; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Nicole L. Derks, 41, Grantsburg, speeding on semi-urban

highway (1-10 mph), $175.30; operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Timothy K. Dillon, 66, Cannon Falls, MN, failure of operator to notify police of accident, $389.50; driving too fast for conditions, $213.10.

Raquel E. Douglas, 27, Osceola, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Jennifer L. Ellefson, 38, Luck, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Primitivo Estrada-Rodriguez, 42, Cushing, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50; speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Ricky A. Fox, 36, Balsam Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Lea M Frederics, 28, Amery, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Gina S. Fruncillo, 47, St. Paul, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph) $175.30.

Douglas L. Fryer, 47, Red Wing, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Catherine F. Geldon, 76, Somerset, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Filiberto A. Gonzalez, 36, Rice Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Joshua D. Harrington, 32, Somerset, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph) $175.30.

Meagan L. Hauge, 27, Forest Lake, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Leo J. Holm, 72, Balsam Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Lauren R. Houston, 23, St. Croix Falls, speeding on semi-urban highway (25-29 mph), $250.90.

Richard A. Johnson, 18, Grantsburg, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Anne M. Kammerud, 29, Osceola, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Jenna K. Kammerud, 30, Osceola, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Pamela R. Klatt, 52, Luck, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Amanda K. Laboda, 36, Balsam Lake, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Brian J. Lindahl, 51, Somerset, operating motor vehicle

without proof of insurance, $10.

James A. Lindberg Jr., 30, Spooner, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Gregory S. Maxwell, 58, Luck, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10.

Dustin D. McKinney, 24, Luck, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

David E. Mielke, 47, Osceola, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Crealetta M. Mitchell, 48, Milltown, fail to stop for unloading school bus, $326.50.

Sunday M. Olson, 46, Osceola, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph) $175.30.

Bruce G. Peper, 45, Osceola, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Stephanie C. Rivera, 29, South St. Paul, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Cory J. Rullman, 19, Webster, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Angel A. Schmidtke, 31, Coon Rapids, MN, speeding on semi-urban highway (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Charlotte A. Schwarztrauber, 77, St. Croix Falls, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Valorie K. Sevelin, 58, Dresser, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Shawn S. St. John, 38, Hinckley, MN, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50; operating motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Joshua R. Stage, 20, Centuria, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Malachi R. Stofferahn, 21, Minnetrista, MN, speeding on semi-urban highway (25-29 mph), $250.90.

Rebecca L. Styles, 46, St. Croix Falls, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Joseph D. Vossen, 49, Amery, operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50.

Jenna M. Waller, 23, Bismark, ND, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Bryan G. Warner, 32, Amery, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Cole M. Webb, 18, St. Croix Falls, vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10.

Toni K. Zillmer, 57, Centuria, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Polk County Arrest Reports Monday, June 5, 2017 Polk County Sheriff’s Department Susanne B. Lapointe, 42, Amery was arrested on June 4 for disorderly conduct.

Russell A. Shingleton, 39, Osceola was arrested on June 4 for possession of THC (2nd), possession with intent to deliver, possession of schedule IV drugs, possession of drug paraphernalia, and felony bail jumping.

David J. Groszewski, 24, Luck was arrested on June 4 for possession of THC, possession of drug paraphernalia, and felony bail jumping.

Ashley N. Barney, 22, Luck was arrested on June 4 for possession of THC and drug paraphernalia.

Timothy A. Lehner, 26, Centuria was

arrested on June 1 for felony bail jumping, meth possession and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Donald R. Duclon, 47, Turtle Lake was arrested on May 30 for two counts of misdemeanor bail jumping.

Jesse J. Scribner, 18, Clayton was arrested on May 31 for theft and trespassing.

Taylor C. Kinzer-Reine, 25, Barron was arrested on June 2 for disorderly conduct and criminal damage to property.

Michael P. Lamb, 38, Dresser was arrested on June 2 for possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia, and a probation warrant.

Jamie M. Peters, 38, Minneapolis, Minn. was arrested on June 2 for pro-

bation warrant.

Charles R. Anderson, 26, Faribault, Minn. was arrested on May 31 for probation hold.

Judith L. Milton, 57, Amery was arrested on May 29 for probation hold.

Chad G. Transue, 32, Osceola was arrested on May 30 for probation hold.

Timothy Clark, 52, Frederic was arrested on June 1 for probation hold.

Mitchel C. Potvin, 24, Balsam Lake was arrested on June 1 for probation warrant.

Jacob D. Groszewski, 19, Luck was arrested on June 4 for probation hold.

Jessica N. Johnson, 30, Dresser was arrested on June 3 for probation warrant.

Jill S. Turnquist, 27, Woodbury,

Minn. was arrested on June 4 for OWI2 and OWI PAC. Mikical T. Gardner, 56, Howe, Ind. was arrested on June 3 for OWI1.

Suzanne K. Noyes, 68, St. Paul, Minn. was arrested on May 31 for OWI1.

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.

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Amery Police Report Amery Police Report 06/02/2017 – 06/08/2017 06/02/17, 04:10AM, Suspicious activity 06/02/17, 09:55AM, Vehicle lockout 06/02/17, 10:31AM, Traffic complaint 06/02/17, 12:45PM, Assist citizen 06/02/17, 02:19PM, Traffic complaint 06/02/17, 02:25PM, Juvenile call 06/02/17, 03:45PM, Suspicious activity 06/02/17, 05:27PM, Assist citizen 06/02/17, 08:17PM, Harassment and drug complaint 06/02/17, 08:40PM, Suspicious activity 06/02/17, 08:55PM, Juvenile call 06/02/17, 09:00PM, Disturbance 06/02/17, 10:05PM, Juvenile call 06/03/17, 03:09AM, Suspicious activity

06/03/17, 07:44AM, Suspicious activity 06/03/17, 09:07AM, Criminal damage to property 06/03/17, 10:30AM, Assist business 06/03/17, 02:31PM, Public Works assist 06/03/17, 04:55PM, Juvenile call 06/03/17, 07:40PM, Traffic complaint 06/03/17, 09:41PM, Assist other agency 06/03/17, 09:51PM, Traffic complaint 06/03/17, 11:29PM, Assist other agency 06/04/17, 03:42AM, Assist EMS 06/04/17, 07:17AM, Auto theft/ criminal damage to property 06/04/17, 12:01PM, Vehicle lockout 06/04/17, 09:00PM, Assist other agency 06/04/17, 10:03PM, Traffic complaint

06/04/17, 11:28PM, Suspicious activity 06/05/17, 12:13AM, Suspicious activity 06/05/17, 09:06AM, Vehicle lockout 06/05/17, 04:47PM, Disturbance 06/05/17, 07:30PM, Vehicle lockout 06/05/17, 09:21PM, Juvenile call 06/05/17, 09:54PM, Juvenile call 06/05/17, 10:09PM, Juvenile call 06/06/17, 07:55AM, Business alarm 06/06/17, 09:12PM, Welfare check 06/06/17, 09:50PM, Juvenile call 06/06/17, 01:32PM, Suspicious activity 06/06/17, 11:33PM, Traffic complaint 06/07/17, 12:56AM, Suspicious activity 06/07/17, 08:21PM, Drug activity 06/07/17, 10:19PM, Business alarm 06/07/17, 10:57PM, Welfare check

Amery man severely injured in Lincoln motorcycle crash An Amery man is recovering from injuries sustained in a serious motorcycle crash on Thursday.

Brandon Witt of rural Amery was the operator of a 2002 Harley Davidson that failed to negotiate a curve on the 900 block of Lincoln Avenue at approximately 8:30 p.m.

According to police reports, the motorcycle was heading eastbound on Lincoln Avenue at a high rate of speed before attempting to stop and leaving a single skid mark into the corner. Witt entered the ditch and struck multiple trees before being ejected.

Police reports also state that Witt was wearing eye protection

but no helmet at the time of the crash. He sustained serious injuries and was taken to Amery Hospital by ambulance before being airlifted to Regions Hospital.

The Polk County Sheriff’s Department says that Witt was cited for failure to keep vehicle under control and operating a motorcycle without a valid license.

According to information posted on a GoFundMe page for Witt and his family, doctors have confirmed that Witt fractured his vertebrae and he will longer be able to walk. To contribute to the family’s ongoing financial needs, visit GoFundMe.com and search for Brandon Witt.

Maple Plain teen charged in Tuesday stabbing, Cumberland teen injured On Tuesday morning, June 6 just before 6 a.m., the Barron County Sheriff’s Department Dispatch Center r e c eive d a call of a s t a b bi n g between two females on the Maple Homesky Plain Reser vation near Cumberland.

Deputies from the Barron County Sheriff’s Department along with Cumberland Ambulance responded to the scene.

Initial investigation showed Erin C. Brierton, 19 of Cumberland, was stabbed once in the side and received cuts on her hands during an altercation outside a residence

from Micah J. Homesky, 18 of Cumberland.

Brierton was transported by ambulance to the Cumberland Hospital and later flown to Regions Hospital in the Twin Cities. Her condition is stable.

Homesky fled the residence prior to law enforcement arrival but was later located at another residence and taken into custody for substantial battery. She was transported to the Cumberland Hospital for abrasions to her face and elbow and remains on a $2500 signature bond. Homesky is scheduled to appear at a June 15, 2017, preliminary hearing in Barron County Circuit Court.

06/08/17, 12:33AM, Suspicious activity 06/08/17, 01:11AM, Suspicious activity 06/08/17, 10:00AM, Assistant Chief Vierkandt assists with Special Olympics Parade 06/08/17, 04:40PM, Welfare check 06/08/17, 07:00PM, Assist other agency 06/08/17, 08:12PM, Disturbance 06/08/17, 08:30PM, Assist other agency 06/08/17, 09:52PM, Restraining order violation Arrests: Cole Koehler, 23 of Clayton. Outstanding Warrant, Possess Methamphetamine, Possess Drug Paraphernalia

Polk County Marriage Licenses Monday, June 5, 2017 Jonathan P. Hoverman and Amber J. Raddatz were issued a marriage license on May 28, 2017.

Steven K. Olson and Alisha N. Aronson were issued a marriage license on May 29, 2017.

Christopher S. Green and Kathy L. Goneau were issued a marriage license on May 29, 2017.

Ricky J. Vander Velden and Jessica M. Larson were issued a marriage license on May 29, 2017.

Brandon S. Robbins and Karina M. Morley were issued a marriage license on May 31, 2017.

Zachary S. Hedberg and Liana L. Dietrich were issued a marriage license on June 1, 2017.

Dustin T. Schell and Amanda R. Buffington were issued a marriage license on June 1, 2017.

Tyler J. Handrahan and Jodell M. Schmidt were issued a marriage license on June 1, 2017.

Matthew M. Pulley and Shelley M. Arechigo were issued a marriage license on June 1, 2017.

Brandon Witt, Amery, Wis.

Frendt gets five years for brutal assault

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Jeremey A. Frendt, a 41-yearold Luck man found guilty of aggravated battery and second degree reckless injury during a March jury trial, will spend the next five years in the Wisconsin state prison system.

The decision was handed down by Judge Jeffery Anderson during a sentencing held Monday in Polk County Circuit Court.

Frendt was charged as a repeat offender following an incident in September of 2016, when arguments over drugs led to Frendt stabbing his ex-girlfriend in the leg, and chasing her with a pickup truck before crushing her between an outbuilding and a camper. The victim was reported to have sustained serious injuries in the incident, including a fractured pelvis.

The bizarre incident coincided with an active drug investigation involving Frendt. Authorities caught up with Frendt after

he and the victim had visited three separate hospitals to seek medical attention.

Judge Anderson ordered a ten-year prison sentence in the charge of second degree reckless injury, which will include five years of incarceration and

Jeremy Frendt, 41, Luck during a March motion hearing.

five years of extended supervision, minus credit for 256 days already served. Anderson withheld sentencing in the charge of aggravated battery, but if Frendt violates any conditions of his extended supervision, he could face another three years of probation for that charge.

Meth-related charges stemming from the drug investigation as well as bail jumping charges were dismissed but read in for sentencing purposes.

The outcome is a positive one for newly elected District Attorney Jeff Kemp, who was able to successfully put Frendt where he felt he belonged.

After an intense jury trial and mixed verdict in March, Kemp was quoted as saying, “I think the victim is happy with the result. He did some terrible things and he’s going to go to prison for it, and I’m fine with that.”

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the missile struck a glancing blow on the side of his head requiring a number of stitches.

A night of hospitalization was required for Chet Johnson when he disjointed and fractured the thumb on his right hand. The accident occurred as he attempted to push his boat out from shore Monday evening.

Yes, all in all, it was a rough week for druggists.

The following is reprinted from the Amery Echo, dated Sept. 11, 1890 The Twin Lake House will probably be opened to the public on or about the first of next month.

John Burman visited Minneapolis last week and purchased a large invoice of furniture, which will arrive in a day or two.

The census just taken shows Amery as having a population of over 560 inhabitants. This is the youngest but has more population than any other town in Polk County.

The new Catholic Church is up and enclosed. A large crew of workmen are at work on the same.

95 Years Ago June 15, 1922 New Church Lays Corner Stone Last Sunday marked one of the greatest days in the history of the Redeemer English Lutheran congregation. On that day it assembled to lay the cornerstone of its first church.

Services were held in the Norwegian Lutheran Church, which could not accommodate the many friends who had gathered to rejoice with the congregation.

After services the assembly left for the site of the new church where the local pastor laid the stone in the name of the Triune God. The box enclosed in the cornerstone contained the following: New Testament, Catechism Constitution of the congregation, names of Pastor, church officers, elder, building committee, contractor, President of U. S., Governor of Wisconsin, Mayor of Amery, copy of “Northwestern Lutheran” and a copy of “The Amery Free Press”.

The stone 10 1/2 by 12x12 is a donation by the Barron Monument Works of Barron, Wis. and is of light gray granite, bearing the inscription “1922 A.D.”

90 Years Ago June 16, 1927 Killed by Dynamite Blast Word of one of the most shocking accidents in this community was brought to this city Monday evening when it became known that George Kinney had been instantly killed in a dynamite explosion, at his farm north of this city.

He had been blasting stumps and while it is not known just how the accident happened, it is thought that he had returned to investigate a delayed explosion and the charge exploded while he was in the immediate proximity. It is believed that he was instantly killed.

His daughter had gone to call him to supper and discovered her father unconscious if not dead, and although help was rushed to the scene he was past all human aid.

June 13, 1957 Cottager Robbed By Armed Youths

Deronda Depot Cheryl (Carlson) Barrows, Amery Class of 1969, shared this photo that she recently had published in ‘Our Wisconsin’ magazine. It shows her grandparents, Peter and Lillian Kolles, with their children (left to right) Fred Kolles, Arleen (Kolles) Carlson, and Arnold Kolles. This photo from 1922 was taken while Peter worked as a depot agent in Deronda. The family lived above the depot because agents were called upon day and night to meet passenger trains that coming through. Barrows says that later during the depression, Deronda depot was considered a safe place for hobos who rode the rails, and that her grandpa would always give them food. He finished his career at the Amery depot in 1955.

85 Years Ago June 18, 1932 Pool Hall Entered and Robbed The pool hall was burglarized some time Sunday afternoon and five dollars taken from the till. It is thought that nothing else was taken.

Entrance was made through the rear grade cellar door and entrance made to the main floor by breaking in the door at the head of the stairs.

Attendants had cleaned up the place in the morning and the discovery was made early in the evening. The definite time of the break-in is not known and no clues have been found.

N. S. Warehouse Robbed The Northern Supply Company’s warehouse at Nye was broken into last Monday night and 1,000 pounds of flour stolen. The lock was broken on the door to gain entrance but no clues were left. Nothing but the flour was taken.

75 Years Ago June 18, 1942 Turn Scrap Rubber into Stations Here Scrap rubber?

It can be anything made of rubber.

Turn it in now, to your closest garage or filling station, and maybe your efforts will avert gas rationing in the Midwest this summer. More important, is the fact that you’ll be doing your patriotic duty to Uncle Sam in helping him win this war.

So sell or donate your scrap rubber right now. Uncle Sam wants rubber out of everything, including these articles: Used hot water bottles, jar rings, laboratory supplies, mats and flooring, mattresses, packing, pads.

Plumbing supplies – bulbs,

suction cups, washers, rubber heels, tennis balls, bumpers, clothing, boots, galoshes, garters, girdles, gloves, shoes, raincoats.

Cushions, fan belts, hose (air, fire, garden, radiator, team and water), sheeting, rollers, sponges, tires and tubes.

In fact, any old articles with rubber in them. Take them to your gas station today, or to the nearest garage. They’ll do the rest.

Mayor and Mrs. W. W. Winchester Celebrate 50 Years (An excerpt from an article written about the Winchesters’ in Feb. of 1942) Mayor and Mrs. W. W. Winchester of Amery are real pioneers, a highly respected couple who have crossed that great milestone in every couple’s life – their 50th wedding anniversary. They married at Turtle Lake on Feb. 24, 1892 by Rev. G. W. Pepper, and they came direct to Amery to live. They have seen Amery grow from a village of sawmills into a city of fine industries and surrounded by the best dairy farmers in the country.

No couple has been more active and solicitous of the welfare of their city and their neighbors, than the Winchesters. Mr. Winchester has served in practically every city office, and has been chairman of the Polk County Board of Supervisors. He has been ever watchful of the taxpayers’ money at all times. Mrs. Winchester has been faithful in church and Woman’s Club affairs, and has seen the Amery club organize and grow, and has had a big part in it.

As city clerk of the village, Mayor Winchester took Amery’s first census incident to the incorporation of the village over 50 years ago. And he remembers the actual census – a population of 912 persons with five busy sawmills. But

with the sawmills gone and the farms opened up he has seen Amery grow to nearly 1500 population, the busy center of an equally busy and thriving dairy industry. Mr. and Mrs. Winchester always have been fine boosters for Amery as a splendid community in which to live.

Mr. Winchester was born in Warren County, Penn. Sept. 8, 1865, the last year of the Civil War. His father was a New York City baker for many years and took Horace Greely’s advice to go west, so the family moved to Illinois when Mayor Winchester was a year old. The father farmed. He later went to Sauk County, Wis. and in 1870 came to Barron County, taking a homestead there.

Mrs. Winchester was born in Hillsburg, Ontario, on March 19, 1822. She was living in Turtle Lake at the time of her marriage.

Before their marriage Mr. Winchester had established a thriving jewelry business and maintained a splendid store until the dark year of 1933 when people had no money to buy jewelry.

He was an expert optometrist however, and he made his offices in the Danielson Drug block, and they are still located there. In addition to his optical profession Mr. Winchester still handles jewelry and the leading makes of watches and diamonds.

60 Years Ago May 23, 1957 Druggists Suffer From Low Blows Two Amery druggists had something in common this week – accidents marred their lives.

Working on the remodeling project at his store, Erwin Danielson narrowly escaped serious injury when a 2x4 timber fell from ceiling height. Impregnated with large, rusty spikes,

Only meager clues remain for Undersheriff James Moore in the armed robbery of a Balsam Lake cottager Monday night.

Aroused by knocking at the door, Harry Swanson answered to find four youths standing there. “Do you have a telephone?” they asked the halfasleep Swanson.

When his reply was negative, two of the four young men pulled out guns and took some $35 in cash from Swanson.

The robbery was reported to the Sheriff’s office before Tuesday morning. Little information has been obtained pertaining to the young men other than the fact that they were “young men.”

This marks the first armed robbery in this area of the state since the holdup at Duren’s Station that resulted in a wild chase and death for a Hudson city police officer.

Wardens Not “Inhuman” Despite headlines in a Minneapolis paper Friday, the conservation wardens and law officials do not consider themselves cruel and inhuman.

The headline read something like – “Couple Save Deer, Pay Fine.”

Arrested was Leo Strohmeyer of Coon Rapids, Minn., charged with illegal transportation of game. He paid $25 and costs before Justice Charles Elefsen at Balsam Lake Thursday.

While in court, the defendant related a tale concerning the acquisition of the fawn that went something like this.

They were driving through Upper Michigan on No. 2 when they met a truck that blinked its lights twice. Just a short ways further down the road at 2 a.m. in the morning, they spotted this deer doe about 70 feet off the road and delivered the unborn fawn.

They stopped at the Deer Farm in Ladysmith, seeking advice on what to feed the fawn.

The attendant suggested that they report at the Ranger station in Ladysmith right away before they were arrested.

However, they failed to heed the advice and started towards their home.

Wardens along the route were notified by radio and the arrest was made at St. Croix Falls … by Warden Glen Shaffee.

Incidentally, the couple could have been charged with illegal possession of deer, which would have carried a heavier fine.

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 17 PR 29 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Delanore I. Rogers DOD: April 29, 2017 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth February 4, 1923 and date of death April 29, 2017 was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 220 Scholl Court, Amery, WI 54001.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is September 1, 2017.

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

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar May 22, 2017 Bryan D. Byrnes, Byrnes Law Office, LLC 123 Keller Ave. North Amery, Wisconsin 54001 715-268-5000 Bar Number 1032419

May traffic crashes claim 45 lives in Wisconsin Second safest May since World War II, but traffic deaths so far this year still outpace the five-year average Preliminary data from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) shows 45 people died in Wisconsin traffic crashes last month making it the second safest month of May since the end of World War II. The deadliest May occurred in 1968 with 123 fatalities, and the safest was in 2013 with 32.

Traffic fatalities last month were 10 fewer compared to May of last year, and three less than the five-year average for May. Preliminary figures indicate 11 people died in traffic crashes over

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The Town of Lincoln is accepting bids for chip seal & fog seal. Contact Highway Superintendent Gary Utecht for specific details at 715-808-4844 or leave a message at 715-268-9282.

All bids should be mailed or delivered to: Town of Lincoln, Attn: Gary Utecht, 661 85th Street, Amery, WI 54001 by July 13, 2017. Bids will be awarded at the July 13th Monthly Meeting which begins at 7:00 p.m.

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The Airport Commission for the City of Amery will meet at 8:00 a.m. Thursday, June 22, 2017, in the City Council Chambers at Amery City Hall.

AGENDA ITEMS: 1. Approve minutes of last meeting 2. Discuss establishment of a dog park on airport property 3. Report on skydiving business at airport 4. Approve lot lease for Dan Hammons (Lot D-1) 5. Approve lot lease for Paul Isakson (Lot G-5) 6. Update based aircraft list 7. Renew or rebid crop lease 8. Discuss future purchase of adjoining land 9. Airport Manager’s report 10. Other items that meet requirements of the open meeting law

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Sealed bids for Flagpole Lift Station Rehabilitation will be received by the City of Amery, City Clerk, at the City Hall, 118 Center Street West, Amery, WI 54001, by 2:00 p.m., local time, June 29, 2017, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud.

The work, in general, will include the demolition of existing pumps and controls; submersible pump and valve replacements; piping and accessories; electrical; structure modifications; SCADA upgrades; bypass pumping; above grade valve and control panel; pre-fabricated building, and site restoration.

The proposals shall be submitted on the forms furnished with the specifications. Each proposal shall be accompanied by a certified check payable to the owner equal to five percent (5%) of the proposal or a bid bond of a bonding company duly authorized to do business in the State of Wisconsin in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the proposal. This proposal guarantee shall be subject to forfeiture as provided by law.

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Proposals shall not be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date of opening. The City of Amery reserves the right to reject any or all of the proposals and to waive any informalities therein.

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Bureau of Transportation Safety. “Nationally, at least 90 percent of traffic crashes are the result of motorists making bad decisions or practicing dangerous driving behaviors. As we enter the heavily-traveled summer months when traffic crashes, injuries and deaths typically increase, we’re asking all motorists to slow down, buckle up, eliminate distractions, drive sober and alert.

Everybody can do their part to move our traffic fatalities toward Zero in Wisconsin.”

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the recent Memorial Day weekend – compared to 10 during last year’s threeday holiday period.

Over the first five months of this year, 203 people died in Wisconsin traffic-related crashes including 27 pedestrians and 13 motorcycle drivers. Through the end of May, traffic deaths were 13 fewer compared to the same period last year but 13 above the five-year average.

“Every traffic-related death is a tragedy and virtually all are preventable,” said David Pabst, Director of WisDOT’s

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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: 9:15 a.m. Worship Service; nursery available during worship.

Vacation Bible School July 24-28.

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

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

Wednesday: 10 a.m. Men’s Bible Study.

BALSAM LUTHERAN, 1115 Mains Crossing, Amery Saturday, June 17: 7 p.m. Family Movie Night.

Sunday, June 18: 9:30 a.m. Property Committee; 9:30 a.m.

Fellowship Time; 10:15 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 11:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Day Camp.

Tuesday, June 20: 8:30 a.m. Quilting.

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: 8:30 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, June 14: Youth to Grace Place in morning/ Water park in the afternoon; 6:45 pm. Money Management class.

Thursday, June 15: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens; 5:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study; 6 pm. Christians in Action Board meeting.

Friday, June 16: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens.

Sunday, June 18: Worship Service/Mission Team return service; 11:15 a.m. Congregational Giving meeting.

June 18-22: VBS hosted by First Lutheran.

Monday, June 19: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining; 7 p.m. Boy Scouts.

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

Senior Dining hall opens.

DEER PARK UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 11 a.m. Worship.

DERONDA LUTHERAN, 1239 65th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, June 14: 7 p.m. Choir practice at Deronda; 7 p.m. Second Wednesday Youth Night.

Sunday, June 18: 9:30 a.m. Combined Worship at Garfield Park followed by breakfast and fellowship.

Tuesday, June 20: 7 p.m. NUIC Parish Council meeting at Trinity.

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

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

EAST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, south of Amery on Hwy. 46 then west on 20th Ave., Kathy Pennington, pastor Wednesday, June 14: 6 p.m. Anniversary Committee; 7 p.m.

Council meeting.

Sunday, June 18: 10 a.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. VBS at First Lutheran; 6 p.m. Financial Peace University.

Monday, June 19: 5:30 p.m. VBS at First Lutheran.

Tuesday, June 20: 9 a.m. Quilting; 5 p.m. Serve at Serenity Home; 5:30 p.m. VBS at First Lutheran.

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

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

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

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study.

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

Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays.

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

Wednesday evening Confirmation classes.

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

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

Mission Quilting Tuesdays 9 a.m.

FIRST LUTHERAN, 240 Elm St., Amery Tim Bjorge, pastor Wednesday, June 14: 5 p.m. CIS; 7 p.m. Church Council.

Thursday, June 15: 8 a.m. Bible Study at Ida’s; 8:30 a.m.

Quilters; 9:30 a.m. Ruth Circle/JoAnn B; 7 p.m. Al Anon.

Sunday, June 18: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Church Picnic.

Sunday through Thursday: Vacation Bible School 5:308:30 p.m.

Monday, June 19: 6-10 p.m ARQG. Tuesday, June 20: 6:30 p.m. Sons of Norway.

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor Saturday, June 17: 7 a.m. Men’s Bible Study.

Sunday, June 18: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship with Communion; 9-10 a.m. Father’s Day Brunch sponsored by Youth; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship with Communion.

June 18-23: Youth Servant Trip.

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

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

FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 9:45 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, 715-263-2164 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.

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 (formerly First Baptist), 131 Broadway St., Amery 715-268-2223 office@journeychurch.city Sunday: Worship service 9-10:15 a.m. Nursery is available for ages 0-3 anytime, ages 3-4 during the sermon only; 10:30-11:30 a.m. All Ages Sunday school, nursery is available for ages 0-3.

Monday: 1:30-2:30 Moms in Prayer Group (during the school year).

Wednesday: 6-7:30 p.m. Kids Club Remix, ages Pre-K-5th grade, meets in the church, free dinner at 6 p.m; 6-7:30 p.m.

DW Youth Group, grades 6th-12th, meets in the church at 6 p.m. for free dinner and then in the Teen Center for the remainder of the time.

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

LITTLE FALLS LUTHERAN, 1272 44th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, June 14: 7 p.m. Choir practice at Deronda; 7 p.m. Second Wednesday Youth Night.

Thursday, June 15: 9 am. LF Women’s Bible Study.

Sunday, June 18: 9:30 a.m. Combined Worship at Garfield Park followed by breakfast and fellowship.

Tuesday, June 20: 7 p.m. NUIC Parish Council meeting at Trinity.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.little fallschurch.net

These weekly church messages are contributed by the following:

Taking Up Your Cross “For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will save it.”

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he gospels of Matthew and Luke both recount the narrative of Jesus telling his followers that “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.” (Luke 9:23 NIV) Both gospels stress that “taking up your cross” is an act of self-denial, that one must renounce one’s selfish interests and put the interests of God and your fellow man first. In everyday life that means putting up with the many things that annoy you, and we have many opportunities to do this every day. From people imposing on us at home, at work, and at school, to putting up with the annoying habits of our families and friends, we can daily take up our cross and emulate the long-suffering forbearance of Jesus, even if we aren’t literally carrying a cross. And it probably helps to keep in mind that these crosses we bear are minor inconveniences which aren’t destined to kill us, unlike the cross which Jesus bore. – Christopher Simon

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

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

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

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

Men’s Bible Study 2nd Sunday 6 p.m.

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

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

Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Prayer.

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

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

Wednesday Night Prayer.

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

OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN, 217 Deronda St., Amery Keith Ruehlow, pastor Wednesday, June 14: 12 p.m. Men’s Table Talk; 1:30 p.m.

Abigail Circle-Verneil’s; 5:30-7:30 p.m. VBS; 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer Group; 6:30 p.m. BRB. Thursday, June 15: 8:15 a.m. Weigh In; 8:30 a.m. Bible Study; 5:30-8:30 p.m. VBS. Sunday, June 18: 9 a.m. Worship service with Holy Communion; 10:30 a.m. Bible Study (Zephaniah).

Sunday, June 18-Saturday, June 23: Ox Lake Bible Camp.

Tuesday, June 20: 1 p.m. Quilting;.

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

REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 600 S. Keller Ave., Amery Tom Hahn, pastor Wednesday, June 14: 5:30 p.m. Confirmation.

Sunday, June 18: 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship.

Monday, June 19: 10 a.m. Women’s 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.

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: 10:30 a.m. Sunday.

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

Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass.

Tuesday 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Wednesday 9 a.m. Mass.

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

Friday 9 a.m. Communion Service.

Special events: Sunday, June 18: Father’s Day; Wednesday, June 21: 9:30 a.m. Staff meeting; No Prayer Shawl meeting; June 21-July 4: Fortnight for Freedom.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor Thursday, June 15: 1 p.m. Bible Study.

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

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor Sunday, June 18: 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion.

Tuesday, June 20: 6:30 p.m. Bible Study.

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

Mid-week service: Wednesday 7 p.m.

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

TRINITY LUTHERAN of Garfield, 1578 85th Ave., Amery Lori Peper, pastor 715-268-9577 Wednesday, June 14: 7 p.m. Choir practice at Deronda; 7 p.m. Second Wednesday Youth Night.

Sunday, June 18: 9:30 a.m. Combined Worship at Garfield Park followed by breakfast and fellowship.

Tuesday, June 20: 7 p.m. NUIC Parish Council meeting at Trinity.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Thursday, June 15: 8 a.m. Church Rummage Sale.

Friday, June 16: 8 .m. Church Rummage Sale.

Sunday, June 18: 8:30 a.m. Worship Team 3 practice; 10 a.m. Worship service; 7 p.m. Friendship Builders meeting.

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

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

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

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

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

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 447 180th St., Osceola, Rexford D. Brandt, pastor Sundays: 9 a.m. Worship followed by Coffee Fellowship.

Communion will be the 1st and 3rd Sundays.

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study.

New Richmond Tornado - June 12, 1899 On June 12th, 1899, one of the most tragic weather events in Wisconsin, the New Richmond "cyclone" struck on a hot summer afternoon of the first day of the Gollmar Brothers Circus.

With the circus in town, the population swelled as unsuspecting victims poured into New Richmond for the festivities. The tornado moved into Wisconsin as a spectacular waterspout on Lake St. Croix. The funnel moved to the northeast in the direction of New Richmond. Three people were killed at two locations as farms were leveled near Burkhardt and Boardman. Shortly after the circus ended, the tornado passed through the very center of town, completely leveling buildings in what was estimated to be a strip about 1000 feet wide and 3000 feet long.

Over 300 buildings were damaged or destroyed. A 3000-pound safe was carried a full block. Massive amounts of flying debris resulted in multiple deaths in at least 26 different families. Six families had four or more deaths. The good visibility of the funnel may have prevented an even higher death total.

While not a massive tornado, the tragic timing and deadly path claimed 117 lives and caused 150 injuries by this historic Wisconsin tornado.

The New Richmond Heritage Center has some first person accounts up on their web site of the event. One of the New Richmond residents of 1899, Anna Epley, described a cumulonimbus cloud formation with a funnel at its base: "A top-shaped cloud came dancing up along the lake; another mass or column of cloud came from the vicinity of Stillwater. These two clouds were merged together in a funnel-shaped column, or columnar mass, spreading somewhat at the top, and boiling or tumbling rapidly within itself. Thus agitated, it turned eastward, and skirting the hills south of Hudson and hugging the ground closely, it took a northeasterly course towards New Richmond."

9th Deadliest US Tornado on Record The New Richmond tornado is the 9th deadliest tornado in US history to this

day. 117 fatalities occurred as a result of the tornado. The deadliest tornado in US history remain the Tri-State Tornado of March 18, 1925 (695 fatalities).

Newspaper Articles While it has been said that the tornado originated on Lake St. Croix as a waterspout, the Carroll Herald reported on June 14, 1899 that the storm had caused some damage even further southwest in the Hastings, Minnesota area. The paper puts the time that the tornado struck 2 miles southeast of Hudson, WI at 4:30 PM. Around the time that New Richmond was getting hit by a tornado, the Twin Cities apparently got struck by a thunderstorm that produced very heavy rainfall. The Carroll Herald says one rain gauge registered 2.34 inches of rain in a short period of time.

The article points to severe flooding issues that arose elsewhere in Wisconsin after the New Richmond tornado had already occurred. In La Crosse, nearly 5 inches of rain were reported to have fallen, families had to desert their homes in

boats, and nearly every bridge in the La Crosse River Valley was washed away.

Elsewhere, the Baraboo River also flooded, and the entire south side of Winona, Minnesota was under water. The Daily Argus News confirmed a lot of these stories.

From an article originally printed in the Associated Press, and re-published on gendisasters.com, we can also learn of the following damage: "every structure in this [business] district, frame or brick, low or high, was crushed to the earth" -It stripped a grove of trees near the Willow River bare of bark and leaves.

-Debris scattered everywhere, even across streets, although deepest near the foundations of houses.

-Many trees in the city had their limbs "bent upwards" and bark peeled off from the roots upwards. Some trees had debris wrapped around them, including tin roofing.

—From the National Weather Service

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Jean M. (Tendrup) Tracy

Carmen M. Handrahan

Cora M. Bos

Jean Merlin (Tendrup) Tracy, 84, formerly of Amery, passed away peacefully at her home in Libby, Montana, on May 31st, 2017.

Jean was born May 16th, 1933, in Balsam Lake to Agnes and Stanley Tendrup, the oldest of seven siblings.

To family and friends, she was known throughout her entire life as ‘Susie’.

She attended Balsam Lake public schools and upon graduation enrolled in the Wisconsin State College at Superior, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in 1955, and elementary schools teaching certificate in 1956. During college at Superior Jean met her future husband, Gene Tracy. They married in 1955.

Following Gene’s return from overseas deployment in the army, the young couple moved to Spring Lake Park, Minnesota, to start a family. However, Jean’s heritage was firmly in Wisconsin, and she was resolute that their children be born in the Dairy State. Accordingly, all three, Lisa, Mike and Donn, were subsequently delivered just across the state border in St Croix Falls.

Jean and her family left Spring Lake Park in 1963, moving to Centerville, Minnesota. Soon afterward she began teaching kindergarten through 4th grade students for the Forrest Lake Public School District in the town of Scandia. The family again moved in 1973, to Amery, whereupon Jean continued a daily commute to Scandia. She taught there for more than 29 years, retiring in 1995.

Following husband Gene’s retirement, in 1999 the couple headed west to Libby. Both developed an affinity for Montana earlier in their lives, Jean while spending a summer during college working in Yellowstone National Park, and Gene when employed with the Forest Service near Libby at around the same time. The entire family also vacationed in northwestern Montana on a number of occasions in the late 1960’s and early 70’s. At her last home in Em Kayan village, Jean settled into gardening, sewing, landscaping and enjoying the company of friends, her Jack Russell terriers and other pets.

Jean was gifted with a beautiful soprano voice and often sang around the house, especially when performing her Sunday morning ritual of baking bread. She also had a remarkable ‘green thumb’ and found much satisfaction in planning, sowing and harvesting an annual garden. Jean’s life-long commitment to healthy living includes fond recollections by her children from growing up of their mom’s daily home exercise regimen always performed to music, most memorably the Beatles ‘Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band’.

Her Balsam Lake senior high school classmates voted Jean “The most likely to advance into politics”, a distinction that most friends would find curiously at odds with her unassuming demeanor. She retained a lifelong interest in current affairs, was a devoted reader, and proud of Wisconsin’s progressive political lineage of Lafollette, Proxmire, Nelson and Feingold.

Besides raising her own children, by far Jean’s greatest passion in life was being a school teacher. The hundreds of students who had the good fortune to pass through her classrooms were individually educated not only in the three R’s, but perhaps even more importantly, formatively had a devoted mentor who typified the best of human virtues. Jean will be remembered as an exceptionally kind and gentle soul of exemplary humility, charity, selflessness and compassion, qualities that were plainly apparent to everyone she met and all that knew and loved her.

Jean was preceded in death by her husband Gene, her parents, and sister, Betty Livingston.

She is survived by daughter Lisa Robertson of Missoula, Montana; sons Michael of Homer, Alaska, and Donn of Troy, Montana; granddaughter Molly Birtwistle of Noblesville, Indiana, and grandson Charles Birtwistle of Missoula; and sisters Shirley Lee of Lake Stevens, Washington, Joanne Jacobson of Duluth, Minnesota, Ruth Halverson of Maplewood, Minnesota, Helen Tendrup, of Everett, Washington, Sandy Hardina of Turtle Lake, Wisconsin; and brother, Lynn of Superior.

Carmen Maxine Handrahan age 72 of New Richmond passed away Sunday, June 11, 2017 at the American Heritage Care Center in Hammond surrounded by her children and loved ones. She was born April 13, 1945 and was raised on a farm known as “Fairydale” near Little Falls, WI. She graduated from Amery High School and in 1964, married Richard Handrahan, the couple later divorced.

Carmen retired from Andersen Windows. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and was proud of her 30+ years of sobriety with the help of AA. Carmen was a care giver. She would help and take in family and friends over the years. She enjoyed birds, flowers, buying and wearing jewelry, gambling and Elvis.

Carmen is survived by her children, Jim (Lisa) Handrahan, Pam Walen, Tammy (Todd) Odell; grandchildren, Joshua (Kelsey) Handrahan, Nathan (Candy) McConnell, Nicole (Jason) Hagedorn, Bradley Walen, William Walen, MaKayla (Zach) Serres, MaKenzie (Shea Franken) Odell, Cameron Odell, Ella Odell; great-grandchildren, Hunter, Troy and Sofia Handrahan, Racina, Colton and Liam Hagedorn, Jaxon McConnell, Vivian Serres; siblings, Owen Hancock, Kay (Chuck) Sigsworth, Mary Anne Christensen, Beverly Christensen, Lyla (Rick) Demulling, Richard Christensen; long-time friend and companion, Jerry Sampair; many cherished friends and family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alice and Jasper “Brass” Christensen, Carl Hancock; brother, Nolan Christensen; grandsons, Jordan Handrahan and Cody “Codybug” Handrahan; former spouse and father of her children, Richard Handrahan; her grandparents and great grandparents.

A Memorial Gathering will be held Thursday, June 15, 2017 from 4:00-7:00 pm with a Memorial Service beginning at 5 pm at Bakken-Young Beebe Chapel (112 W 3rd St.) in New Richmond.

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

Cora Maria Bos, 53, of Amery, Wisconsin passed away Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota with her loving family at her side.

Cora was born on June 2, 1964 in Whittier, CA the daughter of Kary and Albert Bos. Cora leaves to celebrate her memory: her children, Dillon J. Nelson, Balsam Lake, WI; Harley M. Nelson, Balsam Lake, WI; Curtis R. Nelson, Osceola, WI and April K. Lindberg, Amery, WI, her parents, Kary and Albert Bos, California, brothers, Rudo (Diane) Bos, Pete (Julie) Bos, Robbie (Christie) Bos, Michael Bos and Paul (Nora) Bos, sister-in-law, Jo Bos, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her brother Gerry Bos. Cora’s family will greet visitors on Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at Faith Lutheran Church in Balsam Lake from 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. with a service at 1:00 P.M. Pastor Diane Norstad will conduct the service.

We are incredibly saddened to say our goodbyes to this amazing woman. Cora was a caring, thoughtful and compassionate soul who never missed the opportunity to say “I love you”. She always had a quirky wonder for the world around her and seen the best in everyone she met. She was the most important person in so many people’s lives and her infectious happiness will forever be missed. She donated her major organs, tissues and bones. Her heart went to research and her lungs saved a life within hours of the donation. She is potentially going to save or help over 60 different families. She is a hero and will never be forgotten.

The Kolstad Family Funeral Home of Centuria has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

DEATH NOTICES Gary “Butch” Daniel, 77, Barronett, formerly of Hebster and Clear Lake, died Sunday, June 4, at Pleasantview Nursing Home in Phillips.

Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, Aug. 6, at 1 p.m. at the Clear Lake Park Pavilion.

New trial requested in ‘Making a Murderer’ case APPLETON, Wis. (AP) — A lawyer on Wednesday asked for a new trial for a Wisconsin man convicted in a case profiled in the “Making a Murderer” Netflix series.

Steven Avery’s conviction was based on planted evidence and false testimony, attorney Kathleen Zellner says in a 1,272-page document she filed. She contends Avery deserves a new trial “in the interests of justice” and because “the real controversy was never tried,” USA Today Network-Wisconsin reported.

The Wisconsin Department of Justice did not immediately respond to a request from The Associated Press for comment.

Avery, 54, was sentenced to life in prison after being convicted of first-degree intentional homicide in the 2005 death of 25-year-old photographer Teresa Halbach in Manitowoc County.

Avery’s nephew, Brendan Dassey, confessed to detectives he helped his uncle rape and kill Halbach at the Avery family’s salvage yard. A judge overturned Dassey’s conviction in August, ruling that investigators took advantage of

the then-16-year-old Dassey’s cognitive disabilities and tricked him into confessing. State attorneys are appealing that decision.

Both Avery and Dassey maintain their innocence. The case gained national attention in 2015 after Netflix aired “Making a Murderer,” a multi-part documentary examining Halbach’s death.

Authorities who worked on the case say the series was biased. The filmmakers have defended their work.

In Wednesday’s filing, Zellner contends that Avery’s trial attorneys failed to prove that evidence had been planted because they lacked experts and they did not conduct a thorough investigation.

She also maintains that a spare key for Halbach’s sport utility vehicle found in Avery’s bedroom was planted by sheriff’s deputies.

Officials involved in the case have denied any misconduct.

“Because the State did not need to establish motive, it did not spend any time trying to figure out why Ms. Halbach was murdered,” Zellner wrote. “Both Mr. Avery and Ms. Halbach are victims of a

justice system whose success depends upon the integrity, competence and devotion of judges, law enforcement, prosecutors, and defense attorneys. Both Ms. Halbach and Mr. Avery have yet to receive justice.”

Dean Strang, one of Avery’s trial lawyers, said he and Avery’s other trial attorney, Jerry Buting, are glad that Zellner filed the motion and its supporting documents.

“All that really matters here, to us and we hope to everyone, is that we get closer to the truth in this case and to justice for everyone,” Strang said in an email to the AP. In November, Zellner announced that an agreement had been signed to begin independent scientific testing on several critical pieces of evidence.

Avery and Dassey contend they were framed by law enforcement angry with Avery for filing a lawsuit against Manitowoc County over his wrongful imprisonment for a sexual assault he didn’t commit.

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COPYCAT CAPELLINI POMODORO Cook according to directions and drain: 1 pkg. (12 oz.) angel hair pasta Heat and cook until garlic turns white: 1/3 c. olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced Add and heat, stirring constantly, for about 2-3 minutes or heated through: 2 pounds plum tomatoes, seeded and diced 1/4 tsp. pepper Put the hot cooked pasta in a large bowl and add: the heated tomato mixture.

1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese 1 T. fresh basil leaves, minced Toss gently so all is coated with the tomato mixture.

When serving, sprinkle with some grated parmesan cheese.

Serves 1-2.

This makes a nice and easy dessert for a crowd.

It’s just right for a potluck or family/friends gathering.

It uses canned peaches so can be made in any season.

EASY PEACH COBBLER Put into a 9x13” baking pan and stir to combine: 4 cans (16 oz.) canned sliced peaches in heavy syrup 1 tsp. vanilla Sprinkle with: 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. nutmeg 1/2 tsp. cloves The spices can be adjusted according to your taste.

Mix together and pour over the peaches: 1-1/4 c. milk 1-1/4 c. Bisquick (or your baking mix) Melt and pour over the whole pan: 1 stick butter Bake at 375° for 50-60 minutes or until browned.

This recipe is made in the oven or for grilling. It combines chicken, broccoli, and dressing for a tasty meal. Recipe makes 6 servings.

This recipe is also made in your skillet for a quick and easier meal. Use cooked leftover or rotisserie chicken for this meal.

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI FOIL PACKS Combine in larger bowl: 1 pkg. (6 oz.) Stove Top Dressing for chicken 1-1/2 c. water Divide above mixture and put into the center of 6, larger pieces of heavy foil, sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Or use non-stick foil sheets.

Add on top: 6 smaller skinless, boneless chicken breasts (1 for each packet) Put on top of the chicken, dividing between the 6 packets: 4 c. broccoli florets 1-1/2 c. shredded cheddar cheese 1/4 c. bacon bits or crumbled bacon Drizzle some on each packet: 1/2 c. classic Ranch Dressing Wrap the foil around all of the ingredients and seal. Place on a rimmed baking sheet and bake at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until chicken is at least 165° or add more time if you like the chicken more done. Remove from oven or grill and let stand for 5 minutes. Then cut some slits to let out the steam before opening packets and serving. (Be careful, it will be very hot.) Hint: If the chicken breasts are larger, be sure to add extra baking/grilling time so the chicken is done. Never serve chicken less than 165° temperature. Makes 6 chicken packets.

FLORENTINE SKILLET DINNER Cook in a large skillet on medium heat until no longer pink (3-4 minutes): 1/2 c. diced onions 8 oz. bulk pork sausage Drain of any fat.

Add and stir to combine: 2 c. diced cooked chicken 1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained 1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry 1/2 c. long-grain rice, uncooked 1 c. chicken broth 1 tsp. thyme leaves 1/4 tsp. red chili flakes Bring mixture to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for about 25 minutes, stirring once during the cooking time or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Serves 3-4.

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These are a no-bake cookie so it is great for hotter weather. Mixture needs to be refrigerated so plan for that added time before completion.

ESKIMO SNOWBALL COOKIES Combine in medium bowl, beating until smooth: 3/4 c. butter, softened 3/4 c. sugar Add and combine: 2 c. quick cooking oatmeal (regular or gluten free) 3 T. cocoa Combine and stir in until all is well-combined: 1-1/2 tsp. vanilla 1 T. water Cover bowl and refrigerate for 2-3 hours.

When ready to make the cookies, put into smaller bowl: 1/3 c. powdered sugar Scoop portions of the mixture with an ice cream scoop or tablespoon, then roll that mixture in hands to make a golf-ball size cookie. Drop a few at a time into the powdered sugar and roll to coat. Put onto a cookie sheet and allow to set for 20 minutes. Put into a tightly covered container (foil or parchment lined sheets between layers of cookies. Refrigerate. Makes 36 golfball size cookies.

Tip: Use 1 T. quick cooking tapioca for 1 T. flour to thicken fruit pies when baking. Thickens the juice and tastes good, too.

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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Low Impact Aerobics, 10 am Book Club, 10 am Dominoes, 12:30 pm Bridge, 1 pm Grief Support, 7 pm AA 10:30 am City of Lakes Open Golf Tournament sponsored by Amery Lions Club

Friday, June 16 featuring “Studebakers” at 5 and “The Whitesidewalls” at 6:30

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Low Impact Aerobics, 9 am Mah Jong, 6 pm Lee Elmer, 6:30 pm AA -Music on the River - food, music and family fun in Michael Park (5-6:30 Studebakers; 6:30 pm The Whitesidewalls)

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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 10 am CPR class, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot, 1 pm Book Reading & Signing, 6 pm Duplicate Bridge, 7 pm AA 6 pm Amery Arts Alliance open house at the Amery Classic Theater with “Trigger Happy” and other performances planned 6:30 p.m. Bingo at the Amery VFW

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Drop the pop and sugar-sweetened drinks Replacement food and drinks for a healthier you Obesity has reached epidemic levels in our country resulting in an increase in chronic health issues, including diabetes and heart disease. As a registered dietitian and certiHealth fied diabetes educator, I am committed Matters to helping people asJill Norstrem, RD sess their eating and exercise habits to CDE, Registered promote a healthier Dietitian, Certified lifestyle.

One quick change Diabetes Educator we can make to our diets is reducing our sugar intake. Yes this can be challenging, but the rewards are plentiful!

Dropping sugar-sweetened drinks from your diet will improve your health

and make you feel better. Pop, energy drinks and sweet coffee drinks, like frappuccinos and mochas, are packed with empty calories that add little nutritional value.

A 20-ounce bottle of cola has about 65 grams of sugar. That’s 16 teaspoons. An average 16-ounce latte has 200 calories.

Those extra 200 calories per day can add up to 21 pounds per year! By opting for skim milk and skipping the whip cream in your latte, you can save almost 100 calories per drink.

Convenience foods also are a big source of empty calories. Try replacing packaged snacks and chips with nutrient-rich foods, like vegetables, peanut butter, bran cereal (with fruit) and fish.

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AMERY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY Summer reading The library’s summer reading program, “Build a Better World,” runs through August 12. Upcoming events include: Stop Motion Animation, Part I, June 15 at 12:30 p.m.; University of Minnesota Raptor Center Family Show, June 15 at 1:30 p.m.; and Create with Tech for Teens, June 16 at 3:30 p.m. The complete summer reading program is available at the library or online at www.amerylibrary. org.

Storytime Itty Bitty Storytime for 0-2 year-olds is offered on Tuesdays at 10 a.m.

Family Storytime for 2-6 year-olds continues on Wednesdays at 10 a.m.

Each storytime will be followed by engaging early learning activities at 10:30 a.m.

1,000 books before kindergarten and Baby book bees These ongoing early literacy initiatives encourage families to establish a strong foun-

dation of reading in young children. Visit the library to sign up for the program that is right for your child.

Teen advisory board Open to 12-18 year olds, the Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Friday of each month, 3:30 p.m.—4:30 p.m., to plan events, talk about books and more.

Book discussion groups The Friends of the Library Book Discussion Group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 p.m. to discuss general fiction and literature. The Great Seniors Book Club meets on the third Monday of the month at 10 a.m., at the Amery Area Community Center.

Book sales The Friends of the Library Book Sale is held on the first Saturday of the month, 9 a.m.—2 p.m., and on the Thursday evening prior to the Saturday sale, 4 p.m.—7 p.m.

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

Meetings are open to all members and to the public.

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 a.m.—7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.—6 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m.—2 p.m.

REPLACEMENT FOOD AND DRINKS Pop, sports and energy drinks

Water infused with fruit slices, non-sugaradded fruit juices, tomato or vegetable juices

Sweetened coffee drinks

Black coffee, tea

Butter (in baked goods)

1/2 applesauce and 1/2 oil

Vegetable oil

Olive oil

Milk chocolate

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Blue cheese

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Mayonnaise

Plain yogurt and Dijon mustard

High-fat meats like many cuts of beef, corned beef, pork sausage, luncheon meats

Low-fat ground beef, turkey breast, skinless chicken

Chips, crackers, french fries, fried treats

Baked chips, air-popped popcorn, whole-grain crackers

Breads made with refined flour: white, sourdough, cibatta breads

Breads made with whole grains: whole wheat, rye, sprouted wheat (they’re paced with fiber)

If you have questions, or if you aren’t sure how to get started, talk to your doctor.

If you don’t have a doctor or provider, make an appointment with one of Amery Hospital & Clinic’s providers.

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Hot weather increases chances for pavement buckling Drivers asked to be alert for potential pavement problems, traffic slowdowns, and to Move Over for roadside workers including highway repair crews A heatwave forecast through much of the state starting this weekend could create conditions for pavement buckling. Motorists are asked to take extra caution.

Pavement buckles are most common when the weather quickly goes from cool to very hot, causing pavement to expand. This can cause concrete slabs of pavement to push against each other, and if the pressure becomes great enough the pavement can buckle. While it’s difficult to predict if or where buckling may occur, WisDOT offers the following tips for motorists:

•Slow down, buckle up and eliminate distractions to focus your full attention on the roadway. Along with pavement issues, other concerns this time of year can include deer or debris on the roadway.

•Watch for slowing traffic and be ready to move over for all roadside workers including highway crews as they repair damaged pavement.

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AMERY COMMUNITY EDUCATION If you did not receive a Community Education brochure in your mail, you can pick one up at any of the 4 schools or the public library. You can also view the entire brochure and register online through the Community Ed link on the Amery School website www. amerysd.k12.wi.us Pre-register for all classes and events by mail, in person, online (www.amerysd.k12.wi.us) or by phone. For more information call 715-268-9771 x220 or email commed@amerysd.k12.wi.us.

Hunter Education: June 19-23 from 8:30-11:30 a.

Summer School bus and free breakfast and lunch available for am classes. $10 Pre-register with Community Ed. Basketball Camp for boys entering grades 3-9 and girls entering grades 4-9. July 17-20, girls from 8:3011:30 am and boys from 1:30-4:30 pm. $75 includes t-shirt. Pre-register with Community Ed. Youth Football for Amery and surrounding area youth entering grades 3-6 this fall. Practices Tues & Thurs beginning Aug 8. Scrimmages Saturdays and one Friday night. Fee $125 to players new to the program or $75 for returning players. All equipment provided. Pre-register with Community Ed. Softball Skills & Drills for girls entering grades 5-9 this fall. Will cover all aspects of softball with an emphasis on competitive games and situations. June 26-29 from 12:30-3:30 p. Fee $50 includes camp and shirt if registered by June 2. Pre-register with Community Ed.

Tractor Trained Youth from around Polk County were certified in Tractor Safety and Equipment Operation by the Polk County Association of Agriculture Educators and the UW-Extension at the Clear Lake School this past week. Youth were given the opportunity to learn about regulations on tractor operation and safety features plus were given hands on practice driving tractors. Participants included: Gavin Lundgren-Clear Lake, Sam Kelling-Amery, Ben Nelson-Unity, Caleb Campeau-Osceola, Andrew Prindle-Amery, and Emily Roessler-Clear Lake. Instructors present included: Dani Schott-Clear Lake, Paul Jacupciak-Osceola, Earl Lee-Frederic, Phil Anderson-Clear Lake, and Jeanne Alling-Unity.

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Clear Lake schools Term 4 honor roll Grade 12

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“A” Honor Roll: Christian Briesemeister, Emma Eggert, Kyle Fritz, Allen Kobernick, Makayla Madison, Jacob Myers, Autumn Ninke, Elaine Ullrich, Kaysha Vinzant.

“B” Honor Roll: David Benson, Matthew Fisher, Blake Fouks, Cameron Fouks, Tiana Frank, Jordan Iverson, Abigail Johnson, William Laursen, Haley Monette, Jordan Ramis, Andrew Renteria, Courtney Swagger.

“A” Honor Roll: Abigail Aune, Jalyn Bad Horse, Kenedi Brenne, Alex Burbach, Nichole Catts, William Fitzer, Samantha Haley, Ryan Hayden, Mason Iverson, Samantha Kelly, Natalie Kreier, Michael Lillie, Peyton Lillie, Kaylee Madison, Cameryn Matson, Julianna Rosen, Maggie Rosen, Dylan Schwerdtfeger, Colton Stahl, Rayne Vangsness, Madison Zimmer.

“B” Honor Roll: Taylor Atkins, Rhianna Campion, Westan Iverson, Timothy Knops, Kiley Mott, Jesse Rogers, Ivan Ruble, Jackson Steinberger, Jassmyn Warner.

Grade 11 “A” Honor Roll: Madeline Andersen, Austin Anderson, Bailey Anderson, Hunter Brenne, Erin Cockroft, Julianna Erickson, Samantha Hurd, Nichole Keller, Thomas Knops, Mason Krueger, Malena Larson, Shawna Larson, Joshua Levra, Hunter Levy, Camryn Lillie, Clara Pearson, Madelynn Powers, Parker Reindahl, Calvin Rosen, Sean Singh, Rhett Steffen, Regina Strenke.

“B” Honor Roll: Ryan Anderson, Daymond Bad Horse, Andrew Bruce, Gabriel Colbeth, Corey Eggert, Alyssa Fisher, Jared Fritz, Trevor Kivi, Derik Robl, Conner Schramski, Grace Tolzman, Jennica Warner, Jessica Warner, Krystalaina Weiss, Noah Wieczorek, James Williams.

Grade 10 “A” Honor Roll: Brittany Avery, Bailey Blanchard, Korey Catts, Alexis Cunningham, Joseph Espeseth, Elizabeth Grahovac, Jackson Heibel, Aleena Krueger, Kasey Larson, Katherine Petersen, Bailey Robl, Evan Rogers, Emma Schmidt, Aubree Schramski, Abby Warner, Megan Zimmer.

“B” Honor Roll: Tucker Bell, Marshall Cain, Jazmine Christiansen, Kincaid Hughes, Kenneth Johnson, Brandtsen Laursen, Gabriella Loenser, Alixander Logan, McKenna Moll, Chelsey Paulson, Isaac Pearson, Mallory Pigman, Nicholas Sempf-Nyren.

Grade 8 “A” Honor Roll: Mariah Anderson-Nelson, Halle Carlson, Angel Guillen, Leo Hatch, Teagan Iverson, Abigail Keller, Joseph Knops, Shane Larson, Lydia Mara, Julia McIntire, Hannah Monson, Joseph O’Connor, Ellen Paatalo, John Pearson, Molly Petersen, Kierra Pickard, Sean Ritterpusch, Rachel Sanftner, Courtney Slobodian, Kaylee Sunday, Vivian Tulgren, Mackenzie Ward, Jessica Wiggins.

“B” Honor Roll: Ashton Duden, Avery Flanum, Morgan Johnson, Adam Loenser, Edward Monette, Hannah Newville, Logan Reindahl, Alexander St. John, Wyatt Steinberger, Torian Sylte, Kasey Ziemer.

Grade 7 “A” Honor Roll: Kallie Barthman, Lukas Becker, Tyson Blanchard, Brooke Cress, Brooke Hadac, Nicholas Haley, Samantha Hoefferle, Kristyn Katz, Carter Lillie, Josie Peterson, Riley Peterson, Clara Rasmussen, Emily Roessler, Elizabeth Rosen, Brooklyn Tolzman, Madeline Young.

“B” Honor Roll: Reece Atkins, Zachary Aune, Wyatt Brihn, Amelia Buhr, Mariah Dutton, Cashton Henck, Kiyah Krueger, Caleb Logan, Austin Moll, Taylor Olson, Jacob Pearson, Brady Pigman, Madeline Rosen, Lilly Schone, Michael Walker.

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Straight “A” students at Clear Lake schools Grade 12: Kaysha Vinzant Grade 11: Erin Cockroft, Julianna Erickson, Samantha Hurd, Nichole Keller, Thomas Knops, Malena Larson, Hunter Levy, Parker Reindahl, Calvin Rosen, Sean Singh, Rhett Steffen.

Grade 10: Brittany Avery, Bailey Blanchard, Alexis Cunningham, Elizabeth Grahovac, Aleena Krueger, Kasey Larson, Katherine Petersen, Aubree Schramski, Abby Warner, Megan Zimmer.

Grade 9: Alex Burbach, Nichole Catts, Ryan Hayden, Kaylee Madison, Julianna Rosen, Maggie Rosen.

Grade 8: Halle Carlson, Shane Larson, Julia McIntire, Ellen Paatalo, John Pearson, Molly Petersen, Kierra Pickard, Kaylee Sunday, Vivian Tulgren, Mackenzie Ward.

Grade 7: Kallie Barthman, Samantha Hoefferle, Kristyn Katz, Carter Lillie, Josie Peterson, Emily Roessler, Madeline Young.

2016-17 Perfect Attendance at Clear Lake schools Grade 11: Samantha Hurd, Lucas Kaczmarski, Hunter Levy, Megann Marz.

Grade 10: Evan Rogers, Brandon Schwerdtfeger.

Grade 9: Garret Andersen Grade 8: Rhianna Campion, Adam Kaczmarski, Timothy Knops, Julia McIntire.

Grade 7: Wyatt Brihn, Emily Roessler.

Rent Smart Program Sets the Stage for Renters’ Success More and more Americans are choosing to live in rental units, rather than buy their own home. For people new to renting or for those considered high-risk tenants, Focus on finding and maintaining rental housing Family can be a complicated Living and confusing process.

Gail Peavey, To help people gain Family Living a better understanding of how to acquire Agent and keep housing, the University of Wisconsin-has developed “Rent Smart” – an educational program aimed at helping those with little to no rental experience, or who have had trouble obtaining rental housing, get started on the right path.

“Rent Smart” provides valuable information for potential renters to find and keep housing. The program focuses on gaining the knowledge and skills essential for a successful renting experience.

The program takes an active learning approach that emphasizes forming a strong partnership between tenant and

landlord. Other goals include helping people gain the skills and confidence to find and maintain affordable housing; understanding the application and screening processes landlords use; and learning the rights and responsibilities of both tenants and landlords.

Establishing a positive rental history is much like having a positive credit report.

Local partners trained in teaching the program are crucial to its success.

Rental housing providers, local housing authorities and other tenant service providers who are trained in the course play an essential role in making it available in the community.

“Rent Smart” is divided into six units that can be taught alone or together. The sections cover: Helping future renters determine if they can afford an apartment; checking out an apartment and landlord; applying for rental housing; learning who is responsible for maintenance and repairs; communicating with landlord and neighbors; and legal aspects of renting.

To learn more about “Rent Smart”, visit online at http://fyi.uwex.edu/rentsmart/ or contact Gail Peavey, Family Living Educator, at 715.485.8600.

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Tourism grows in

Cuba

Editors note: Gene and Kathy Johnson, owners of the Amery Free Press, have traveled extensively on journalism study programs throughout their careers.

They recently fulfilled a long-standing desire to visit Cuba. This trip was not a journalism study mission, as they are not allowed, but it presents Cuba from their perspective.

BY GENE JOHNSON PUBLISHER EMERITUS

A Cuban “people to people” tour for seven days gave us some insight as to how the Cuban society has survived Fidel Castro through several economic upheavals.

The country is beautiful with its sandy beaches, forests, limestone karsts, and fertile farm land. Cubans have made great strides in protecting the environment. This is occurring because they have not had the influx of capital to buy fertilizer and insecticide so they have been forced to develop some natural methods of farming to produce their crops.

They don’t want to be called a Communist country.

They prefer Socialism to describe their government.

“Everyone is equal” is the favorite quote, but it’s very evident that they are not.

They have two monetary systems: one for Cubans (pesos) and one for tourists called the convertible peso (CUC). A CUC is worth 87 cents in US currency, and there are 24 pesos to one CUC. Tourists give tips to hospitality workers in CUCs. When Fidel Castro defeated Batista in 1961 he nationalized all the companies and took over all the property that was abandoned by non-Cuban owners.

People who are employed with the government earn about $25 a month. Doctors, lawyers and other professionals receive their education free but are still paid at the government rate of $25 a month. Those Cubans who work in the tourist industry earn more than double what a state worker does in tips and gra-

The blue bands in the Cuban flag refer to the three old divisions of the island, central, occidental and oriental; the white bands describe the purity of the independence ideal; the triangle symbolizes liberty, equality and fraternity, while the red color stands for blood shed for independence. The white star, or lone star, lights the way to freedom.

tuities. Tips are not taxed.

All Cubans are issued a ration card with which they can receive oil, flour, toilet paper, eggs, butter, chicken, spaghetti, and pork, etc. The problem exists when the supplies run out. This and a number of other inconveniences are blamed on the US Embargo. Another quote that is used a lot is, “If it doesn’t work, blame the embargo.” Cuba’s exports are tobacco, especially cigars, rum, and sugar.

When the Soviet Union collapsed, it appeared to be a fatal blow to Castro. US political insiders thought he would fail. However he then put into place several policies of helping people grow their own vegetables and began opening opportunities for small businesses such as private bed and breakfasts, small restaurants, etc. In 2008 Raoul Castro set up a program under which you could start a new business.

To counteract the Soviet demise Castro allowed joint ventures with other countries to develop tourism. This resulted in the building of hotels, restau-

Sweeping the sidewalk in the square with a palm frond broom.

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TRAVELING TO CUBA: Who can go?: Any American citizen can travel to Cuba but under requirements set forth by the Office of Foreign Assets Control, you must participate in a full-time schedule of people-to-people activities, according to Patti Dempsey of Bear Tracks Travel.

“People-to-people interactions allow you to share your culture and ideas directly with the Cuban people while learning about them at the same time,” she said.

“You will travel with a group leader as well as a Cuban National Tour Director who will help facilitate these interactions.”

Many U.S. air carriers now fly to Cuba, but travelers must be prepared with all documentation, including a visa, before they can purchase a ticket.

Due to the great deal of specialty coordination, Dempsey recommends using a travel agent to help with the logistics.

Another consideration, travel to Cuba is not for the budget minded. Tours can cost from $3,500 to $6,000 per person.

“Because travelers must have tours, hotels and people-to-people encounters arranged, the price tag is somewhat high. But there is no better time to go,” Dempsey noted. “Cuba is still preserved and totally charming.”

There are two ways to visit: • Fly to Cuba and experience the true Cuba in the people-to-people tour.

A seven-plus night package is best.

• Cruise to Cuba. Many cruise lines stop at a few of the main ports. You will travel to tourist areas of Cuba only.

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fired electrical generating plant.

The hotels we stayed in were all state-owned. They were each built within the last 10 years but each room had its unique problems. In one for example, the sink drain was plugged; in another the A/C only worked on high;

in another the shower ran out of hot water and one room had no blankets.

The food service was well done.

There were large breakfast buffets which had a great variety of fruits, omelets, cereals, meats, vegetables, fish, breads and cheeses. Our lunches were at restaurants that were mostly

The limestone Karsts pop up from the fertile plains in the western part of the island.

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An 86-year-old newspaper guy sells the only international newspaper in Cuba. It is called “Granma” after the name of the boat the Castros and other freedom fighters used to land in Cuba and begin their revolution. The papers are distributed solely to tourists.

Tobacco leaves drying inside a thatched shed.

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CUBA: Open for tours FROM PAGE 18

state owned and set in lovely gardens or on formerly privately owned plantations. The food that was served was often served family style in very large quantities.

Many of us wondered if the average Cuban family was fed that well.

A relationship was built with Venezuela to trade oil for medical personnel, teachers and other professionals. Cuba has sent medical mission programs to other countries as well.

Today free medical care is provided by a doctor and nurse for each 120 people. The doctor and the nurse visit the neighborhood homes on a regular basis. The doctor and the nurse are each paid the government salary. All medical care, including surgeries, is provided by the government.

Education is provided by the government from preschool through the university and graduate school, such as medical, law or teacher training. They claim to be 92 percent literate. After a certain number of years in high school they are able to go the technical or vocational route or on to the university. They must complete one or the other. Spanish is their primary language but they begin teaching English at grade three.

The level of education is indicated by the uniforms they wear. They must pay for the uniforms so many uniforms get passed down from one child to another.

The primary school children wear red skirts or pants with a white shirt. The scarf color indicates the grade they attend. Secondary school is grades seven, eight and nine. You must graduate from Secondary School to apply for a job.

Entrance exams are taken to get into the university in Spanish, math, history, biology and chemistry. You must have 60 points to pass each exam. The University takes only a certain number in each area of study.

Men must participate in the military. If they pass their exams they serve one year. If they do not pass the exams they must serve two years. In the 1960s, ‘70s and ‘80s, they had to serve three years in the military.

The Chinese tour bus was new and well equipped.

One positive feature was being able to plug in cell phones in the charger between the twin seats. Another was the great sound system. We switched seats frequently and could hear in all locations of the bus very well.

Our tour schedule was very busy and kept us on the move for the full week. We were not able to visit with any journalists or media people, nor government officials. Our tour guide was well-versed in history, used a couple of documentary videos to give us information about Ernest Hemingway, the ecology and the revolution and reign of Castro. His comment prior to the Castro fi lm was, “It’s not meant to be propaganda or political.” We all kind of chuckled

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at that one.

Cuba was under Spanish rule for centuries and the buildings, especially in Old Havana, reflect that architecture as does their language which is Castilian Spanish.

There is one newspaper printed and distributed by the government called “Granma” after the boat which brought Castro and his freedom fighters to Cuba to begin their fight for independence.

Havana has many American Fords, Buicks and Chevrolets from the 1950s and ‘60s, many of the paint jobs are not original. Our group’s experience riding to dinner in them was thrilling. The ’54 Ford Victoria convertible we rode in was owned by Michael. His grandparents were married in the car, his parents were married in the car and he will be married in the car. He hopes any of his children would also follow the tradition. His grandfather helps him with the mechanical work to keep it running and in great shape.

It took three tour companies, two US and one Cuban, to arrange and accomplish the trip for our group of 30 visitors, primarily from the Midwest.

About half the group were community journalists.

Bell tower of the Cathedral San Cristobal in Old Havana.

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Heat doesn’t deter Stower Seven Lakes Triathlon Seven Lakes Triathlon had 33 participants was competitive and fun was had by all, even with very warm and windy conditions. The course was 16 mile Bicycle, Paddle around South Twin Lake and a 5 K run on the Stower 7 Lakes Trail.

First place men Scotty Erickson Ramsey, MN First place women Jenni Harms - St Paul, MN First place 2 person Nancy and Mike Lyner, Stillwater, MN First place 3 person Michelle, Gehrig and Hans

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Individuals 1 Scotty Erickson,Ramsey MN,55,M,1:22:18.5 2 Kyle Roberts,Grantsburg WI,,23,M,1:25:01.7 3 Cory Pratt,Osceola WI, 38,M,1:28:26.2 4 Jonathan Bratt,Amery WI, 56,M,1:35:13.0 5 Greg Richert,Forest Lake MN, 56,M,1:36:13.0 6 Adam Lushanko,Scandia MN, 43,M,1:38:10.1 7 Michael Waltzer, Amery WI, 58,M,1:40:14.4 8 Jenni Harms, Saint Paul MN, 25,F,1:52:56.1

9 Scott Lindner, Saint Paul MN, 27,M,1:52:56.5 10 Jesse Hawker, Saint Cloud MN, 26,M,2:19:28.6 11 Erin Weslander,Saint Cloud MN, 27,F,2:29:50.0

2 person teams 1 Hickory Point Flyers Mike Lyner, Nancy Lyner Stillwater,MN 1:34:01.7 2 Killer B’s Isaiah Berndt, Levi Busse, Amery,WI 1:35:55.8 3 Osberwyst Gary Osborn, T. Vanderwyst, Amery,WI 1:59:31.1 4 Amery West, Craig Matthys, Shelly Matthys,

Star Prairie,WI, 2:13:17.8 5 Father & Daughter, Roger Fryer, Marjan Schwartz, Amery, WI, 2:25:21.4 6 MN2, Eunice Weslander, Dennis Weslander, Saint Cloud, MN,2:29:50.1 7 Fox and the Hound, Bill Zager, Sherri Lemanczyk, Amery, WI, 2:32:22.7

3 person teams Amery West,Gehrig Williamson, Hans Williamson, Michelle Williamson, Appleton WI,2:05:22.4

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Hot, Windy, and Two First Time Winners at the Frederic Lions Bike Race FREDERIC—Two first time winners emerged from the tough conditions at the 30th annual Frederic Lions Classic Bike Race, Sat. June 10.

Winds gusting close to 40 miles per hour, and temps nearing 90 degrees kept the course records unchallenged, but in the stock bike class, Joel Beskar, New Richmond, rode to the gold medal with a time of 1 hour, 10 minutes and 17 seconds, with the women’s division topped by Sharon Bredl, Stratford, covering the 26.4 mile course with a time of 1 hour, 32 minutes, 38 seconds. Both were first time racers at Frederic.

The TT bike division saw repeat winners from last year taking the titles. Notching his 7 win in that race was Tim Mulrooney, Minneapolis, MN, posting a time of 1:01:39 with last year’s women’s winner, Andrea Potyondy-Smith clocking in at 1:25:04.

This year a new Junior TT class was added for younger riders, and two winners emerged, Owen Lueck and Masyn Bredl-Hryndej, from Stratford. They both rode the 7-mile course under 41 minutes.

The TT race course, east and south of Frederic on Clam Falls Drive and CTH I, features 1,300 feet of climbing and is considered a challenging time trail course.

Local riders included Arthur Martin and Neal Lundeen.

Lions and Lioness Club members, Jim Meyer, Steve Tesch, and Roxanne White, along with local volunteers, Grant Burdick, Bob Rasmussen, Dave Dopkins, and Arthur Martin worked on the course for the 30th annual event. Proceeds are given to the various charitable programs the Lions support.

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Maysn Bredl-Hryndej, Stratford, WI, finishing the 7 mile Junior Time Trial

Chris Stevens, New Richmond, WI, setting the second fastest time of the day at 1:01:55, averaging just under 26 miles per hour over the 26.4 mile course

THANK YOU COACH WILHELM! For the many years and dedication to the boys golf team and the other sports you have coached over the last 43 years! It’s truly amazing you have coached 68 different sport seasons which include boys and girls golf, boys and girls basketball, football and baseball.

Your success as a coach speaks for itself, but here are a few highlights: •3 years as head coach for the girls golf team and 3 team state appearances •17 years as head coach for the boys golf team with 5 team state appearances and 4 individual state appearances •17 years with individual golfers in sectionals •12 years with golf teams in sectionals and 6 conference titles •Maybe most importantly, every year except for one, the boys golf team has placed in the top 3 for the statewide academic team since its inception.

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Cleve Petterson, Minneapolis, MN, on a full aerodynamic time trial bike, hoping to have an advantage in the windy conditions

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Bob Frandsen, Rush City, MN, winner of the men’s stock bike 56-59 age group at 1:22:56

While your statistical record of success with the athletes on the course and in the classroom is amazing; it’s the mentoring and extra time you spent with them that should be applauded. The level of kindness and respect that you showed each and every player truly indicated how much you cared for them as individuals and for their future off the course. The respect from your coaching peers also had no limit. Often you heard other coaches refer to Coach Wilhelm as the “GO TO GUY” or say “WE BETTER ASK STEVE”. You were even seen working with other coaches, on competing teams, on their swing during invitational matches.

These few words cannot express the gratitude we all feel toward you, for knowing you, listening to you, learning from you and just being around you. You made us all better in so many different ways on and off the course. Although you won’t be our coach next year, we look forward to seeing you on the course. You are leaving behind very big shoes to fill.

Have an awesome retirement and most of all THANK YOU COACH! The 2017 Amery Boys Golf Team and Parents

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Chronic wounds are focus of Wound Care Awareness Week The Wound Healing Center of Amery Hospital & Clinic, a member of the Healogics network, is helping raise awareness of chronic wounds. The fourth annual Wound Care Awareness Week was held from June 5 to June 9. One of nearly 800 Healogics-managed Centers; the Wound Healing Center offers advanced therapies to patients suffering from chronic wounds. Program Directors across the nation dedicated the entire week to educating physicians, patients and the general public about the chronic wound epidemic and the advanced wound care solutions.

It is estimated that chronic wounds affect 6.7 million people in the U.S. and the incidence is rising, fueled by an aging population and increasing rates of diseases and conditions such as diabetes, obesity and the late effects of radiation therapy. If left untreated, chronic wounds can lead to diminished quality of life and possibly amputation of the af-

fected limb.

“We see patients living with non-healing wounds for a prolonged amount of time due to the lack of awareness of advanced wound care options,” said D. Scott Covington, MD, FACS, Chief Medical Director for Healogics. “We work to educate community physicians about which of their patients can benefit from advanced wound care, and then provide coordinated care to heal that patient’s wounds.”

People with wounds that have not improved with traditional methods of treatment may benefit from a visit to the Wound Healing Center. Visit www. woundcare awarenessweek.com to learn more about Wound Care Awareness Week and to hear from patients about how wound healing changed their life. To schedule an appointment, please call 715-268-0175 or visit amerymedicalcenter.org/WeHealWounds.

Family Resource Donation Dick’s Fresh Market hosted a “Donate a Dollar for Kids” fundraiser during the week of April 17 -23, raising $440.62 for Family Resource Center St. Croix Valley programs. Pictured: Kristin Thompson, Family Resource Center Development & Communications Coordinator, and Earl Mork, Dick’s Fresh Market Produce Manager.

SELF HELP GROUPS Advance Directive Workshop. Who would make your healthcare decisions in the event you are unable to? How would this person know what decisions you would want made? Learn more about Advance Directives and how to complete them. Free Advance Directive Workshop will be held the first Wednesday of the month from 10-11 a.m. Wisconsin and Minnesota Advance Directives will be available. Call St. Croix Regional Medical Education Services at 715-483-0431 or 800642-1336 ext. 2431 to register.

Alanon/Alateen (for family and friends of alcoholics) meets Thursday nights 7-8 p.m. at First Lutheran church, Amery. 715-268-8362.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Monday 7 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m., 7 p.m., Thursday 7 p.m., Friday 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m., Sunday 7 p.m. at Amery Community Center, 608 Harriman Ave. S. 715-781-4380 Jason.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Tuesdays 7 p.m. at Clear Lake Community Center, VFW Room 123. Richard 715-554-7277, Teresa 612-636-3244.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets Thursdays 10 a.m. at Parkview Methodist church, Turtle Lake. Contact Mike 715-986-2457.

Alzheimer’s Support Group. First Wednesday of the month 10 a.m. at Amery Senior Center. Last Tuesday of month 1 p.m. at Good Sam Nursing Home. Sharlene Bellefaille 715-635-6601.

Baby & Me. Weekly play and discussion hour for parents and their infants (birth to 12 months). Wednesdays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Amery Regional Medical Center, BirthDay Suites Waiting Room. Join at any time. No charge.

Breast Feeding Support Group. All nursing mothers and babies are invited to participate. Group meets the second Thursday of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month from 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Croix Regional Medical Center. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant will facilitate the group. Call 715-483-0431 or 800-642-1336 ext. 2431. No charge.

C.H.A.D.D. (Children with Attention Deficit Disorder). Parent support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at Firstar Bank board room, Cumberland, 7 p.m. For info. call Pat Skinner at 715-822-8422 and leave message.

Cancer, Grief & Depression Support Group. A support group to allow people to talk about their experiences with cancer, grief and depression as well as share mutual support to one another. Second Tuesday of every month at Amery Area Community Center at 1 p.m. You can join at any time and it is free and open to the public.

Caregiver Support Group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser. Contact Barb at ADRC of NW WI at 877-485-2372 for more information.

Compassionate Friends, Tri- County Chapter meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. First Lutheran church, Clear Lake. This group offers support and understanding to families who are grieving the death of a child of any age, from any cause. For more information call 715-263-2739 Domestic Violence (DV) and Sexual Assault (SA) Support Groups and Services. Polk County - domestic violence (DV), sexual assault (SA) and the children’s group are every Monday (DV) and Tuesday (SA) beginning at 6 p.m. Call CRA to find out more info and for the location. Burnett County call CRA for info (the day and time will be changing). For more information call CRA 715-825-4414 or the 24 hour crisis line 1-800-261-7233.

All groups and services are free of charge.

Early Stage Alzheimer Support Group. For the diagnosed person and their caregiver. Challenges in early-stage dementia will be discussed, along with therapeutic benefits of family involvement. Sponsored in part by the American Alzheimer’s Association. Meetings are free of charge and open to the public, held at the Amery Centennial Hall the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Call 715-268-6605 to register.

Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin. Call 1-800-924-2105.

Family Child Care Professonals Network. Meets the third Thursday of each month. Contact Beth Neely at 715-483-1482 for more information. All family child care providers are welcome.

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

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

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

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

Moms in Prayer International. •Two or more women who meet regularly to pray for their children, their schools, their teachers and administrators. •Mothers, grandmothers or anyone who is willing to pray for a specific child and school. •We meet at the Journey Church, 131 Broadway St., Amery, Mondays from 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Contact Jen at 715-268-2223 with questions. •New MIP for women with college aged children meets Tuesdays at 11 a.m. Contact Lanni Meagher 715-268-5270.

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

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

Overeaters Anonymous Group. Monday evening 5:30 p.m. at the St. Croix Alano Club across from the clinic on Adams Street in St. Croix Falls. Questions call 715-825-3416.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

TOPS Club meets Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m. at the Balsam Lake Municipal Building (under the water tower), Balsam Lake. Contact Sheila 715-857-5892 or just come to a meeting. TOP’s mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Camp Avanti Receives Grant from United Way St. Croix Valley

Kindergarten joins the Band!

Amery kindergarteners got to be a part of the Amery High School marching band during their last week of school.The kindergarteners learned how to march with the help of their high school band mentors, under the direction of Mr. Chris Boyd. The junior band members played kazoos as they marched with the band, playing ‘On with Amery.’

JoNell Leadholm says that they thought it would be fun to bring back the tradition that was done in Amery fifty ago or more.

She says at that time they had little capes and hats for the children to wear, and posed for a picture each year. Leadholm says they hoped the experience could show the young students what it’s like to be in the band, and give them something to aspire to when they are older.

Maplewood, Minn.—Camp Avanti, an occupational therapy camp in Amery, has been awarded a grant from the United Way of the St. Croix Valley.

The grant will allow Camp Avanti to send several children to camp who otherwise would not be able experience it.

Camp Avanti provides an intensive occupational therapy program within a rustic camp setting for children ages 6 to 15 who have learning disabilities and/or sensory processing dysfunction (SPD).

While campers have average or above average intelligence, they may demonstrate poor coordination, hyperactivity, attention deficits, inappropriate or delayed development, poor self-care skills and/ or inadequate adaptive behavior resulting in behavioral problems.

As occupational therapists, we believe that all people seek to interact with their environment in a meaningful and purposeful way. Through activity, individuals develop the ability to respond productively. Health, therefore, is the result of a person’s ability to participate successfully in tasks that are meaningful and relevant to an individual’s age, interests and roles in life.

For the children, Camp Avanti provides a safe environment in which children can develop positive interpersonal relationships and improve sensory motor skills through appropriate and motivating leisure activities. Gaining skills builds a greater sense of self-control, competence and self-esteem.

For the field of occupational therapy, we provide documentation on the effects of therapy programs and techniques through our research. We also act as an advanced training center for occupational therapists worldwide.

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Amery High School Term 4 Honor Roll Grade 12 “A” Honor Roll: Seth Amundsen, Laura Borrmann, Holly Brickel, Keeley Brown, Griffin Bryan, Isabella Byrnes, Roccoco Chick, Lane Christensen, Thomas H. Christensen, Vincent DeBerardini, Kody Dudgeon, Ruth Elmer, Tayler Elwood, Clara Engelsleben, Isaac Gorres, Maximillion Goulet, Cole Jakupciak, Dylan Johnson, Allie Karpenske, Jakob Kastanek, Johanna Knutson, Brice Korf, Esmee Luchtenburg, Bethany Marquand, Gracie Martin, Connor McBrayer, Eric Medina, McKenna Meyer, Elizabeth Monette, Kayla Olson, Carl Oman, Chloe Porter, Dalton Rademaker, Craig Richter, Tristen Robole, Kimberly Rogers, Elizabeth Rosenbush-Jonns, Allison Schleusner, Summer Schultz, Austin Sigsworth, Elijah Sjogren, Yujin Sur, Shayan Tavanae, Molly Vincent, Brianna Wundrow.

“B” Honor Roll: Brittany Anderson, Samuel Black, Savannah Cavaco, Thomas G. Christenson Jack Collins, Sabin Coy, Lillian Elmer, Kathryn Forrest, Gabrielle Fredrick, McKenzie Hammons, Brianna Iverson, Olivia Jensen, Juliann Jeska, Hope

Johnson, Meghann Knight, Sydney Kopp, April Lindberg, Madeline Matter, Dani Meyer, Maximillian Meyers, Tyler Nichols, Damion Posey, Harlie Posey-Larsen, Jacob Robertson, Andrew Sheldon, Jocelyn Smith, Mitchell Waalen, Noah Zinn.

Grade 11 “A” Honor Roll: James Baillargeon, Alexis Beese, Katelin Bensen, Gracelyn Brown, Myah Carlson, Autumn Cernohous, Dylan Clausen, Emma Curtis, Adrianna Dietrich, Adam Doroff, Cheyenne Edwards, Michaela Erickson, Megan Garves, Grace Grimm, Jenesis Gustafson, Isaac Hanson, Bennett Hellie, Jude Ingham, Krista Jensen, Maxwell Johnson, Sylvie Johnson, Mitchell Kastanek, Bergen Kjeseth, Allison Klitgard, Alyssa Koehler, Hunter Kuhn, Annie Lorsung, Myron Marko, Ryan McBrayer, Chase Measner, Deanna Meyer, Thomas Oman, Camden Smith, Duane Stine, Brett Swanson, Ryan Van Blaricom, Ashley VanSomeren, Kallie Weisenbeck, Cameryn White.

“B” Honor Roll: Mackenzie Carlson, Lexa Corrigan, Alexa Dieckman, Sawyer Dodge,

Brayden Dopkins, Conner Engebretson, Rachel Fouks, Madison Gates, Alliana Hoyer, Job Hutchens, Brett Johnson, Shane Jonns, Luke Kjeseth, Dawson Krarup, Brianne Lane, Sanchia Linton, Zoe Lyon, Kennedy Madsen, Jacob Mahoney, Kiyana Menefee, Paeden Mullen, Brett Peterson, Zachary Swenson, Micah Sykes, Alex Thomsen, Teagan Waller.

Grade 10 “A” Honor Roll: Cameron Anderson, Rachel Anderson, Alyssa Antolak, Montana Bazille, Mason Bosley, Olivia Braaten, Gabrielle Brandt, Jonathon Byrnes, Alexis Castorena Gonsalez, Kaylee Chick, Amari Conner, Ryan Daszczyszak, Marlee Dietrich, Greta Eggert, Brett Forrest, McKenzie Gamache, Rachel Ganje, Dayne Gehrman, Sarah Gilbertson, Mason Goulet, Madelyn Granica, Maddisen Grimm, Lance Hiltner, Madisen Jackson, Hailie Jeska, Dalton Johnson, Mary Johnson, Kacey King, Isobel Koenig, Matthew Krahulec, Abigayle Marko, Daniel Marquand, Belle Meyer, Emma Novak, Allison Oman, Andrew Otto, Mikayla Peterson, Olivia Peter-

Garden Remedies This is the time of year when a lot of things are happening in the garden.

We’ve planned and planted.

Unfortunately along with the veggies and flowers Garden we will also get bugs (both good and bad), Variety weeds and garden Julie Kuehl, pests. This week I want to give you Polk County some ideas of things Master Gardener to help with those pesky issues.

Weeds are part of having gardens. None of us like them.

It is very difficult to have a pristine garden (veggies or flowers) without putting some time and effort into it.

Before you pull out the sprayer of Roundup or Weed-Be-Gone you might want to try these less invasive forms of weed control. If you have used landscape fabric and mulch in your garden you will drastically cut down on your weeds. This will not completely eliminate weeds, but it will make weeding much easier. The next best solution is to use good old hand weeding. You should have a sharp hand held digging tool and try to get the roots as much as possible to keep the weeds from coming back. If your garden is larger or you have more weeds, you may want to try a solution of vinegar and a little dish soap to kill off the weeds (some people say to add salt). Here are some warnings. This solution will kill whatever it touches (similar to Roundup). If you add salt, it can act similar to Kills All and will sterilize soil indefinitely. As with commercial products you should

use caution if using this method.

I know that insects can become troublesome in our gardens. I don’t like to use commercial insecticides for personal reasons. I have used various organic insecticides but do so sparingly.

Several non-toxic methods to deal with insects would be to simply pick off the insects you see and hose the plants off or spray with a combination of water and soap. A solution of garlic and water will repel insects but not kill them.

If your Hosta leaves are being eaten by slugs bury a pie tin level with the soil by the plants with cheap beer about an inch below the top and it is said they will crawl in and drowned. Another slug remedy is a solution of 20% chewing tobacco and 80% used coffee grounds. (WARNING: tobacco can be harmful to cats and dogs).

Controlling garden pests is always a battle. You’ve just planted some lovely annuals and the next day that cute little rabbit has devoured them.

I have used several methods. I have live trapped with relocation in some cases. I have tried hot cayenne pepper sprinkled around plants (with some success). Some say that marigolds will help deter because of the scent. If deer are the problem there are several methods that will work in the short term – anything with human scent or anything with motion. Long term solutions would be fencing that is high enough to keep deer out.

This touches on just a few common pesky garden issues.

The Master Gardeners will be at the Polk County Fair to answer any questions you might have.

son, Noah Rademaker, Abigail Schmidt, Canyon Schwartz, Laura Simonson, Grace Springett, Morgan Starling, Addison Tollakson, Adrian Troff, Nicholas Tryon, Noah Ward, Essie Whitehead, Hannah Zinn.

“B” Honor Roll: Casey Anderson, Austin Becker, Celia Becker, Kaitlyn Bembenek, Joshua Bohn, Madison De Leon, Madison Dittman, Dylan Eiynck, Tristin Fredrick, Parker T. Griffin, Alexis Grundner, Mason Helbig, Amber Hinz, Reece Kulzer, Kali Laqua, Coal Larson, Katie Meck, Kevin Medina, Casandra Moore, Kelly Ness, Shannon Olson, Megan Robertson, Jennifer Rogers, Jaden Ruud, Irving Saavedra Sanchez, Ridge Sigsworth, KaleyJo Slack, Michael Smith, Kendra Tylee, Lance Waalen.

Grade 9 “A” Honor Roll: Jordan Bader, Jens Bjorge, Caleb Bleskacek, Emma Bottolfson, Abigail Braaten, Elizabeth Braaten, Morgan Brotzel, Pake Brown, Raymond Buenzli, Andrew Carlson, Hailey Clausen, Allison Dahlberg, Zachary de la Cruz, Halie DeRosier, Amanda Edwards, Julia Engebretson, Nicholas Erickson, Jacob

Fansler, Taylor Foeller, Alexyss Gates, Cora Greene, Brennan Hansen, Bailey Johnson, Kelsey Johnson, Laura Kastanek, Chloe Keller, Kenneth Lepak, Christopher Lorsung, Grady Martin, Drew Meyer, Mackenzie Mike, Ellie Miller, Lydia Monson, Ethan Mork, Jackson Moulton, Dong Nguyen, Olivia Pettersen, Andrew Prindle, Ayla Russell, Ella Schmidt, Annika Schwartz, McAdam Smith, Dylan Thomsen, Miles Troff, Carli Vincent.

“B” Honor Roll: Alyssa Anderson, Dylan Anderson, Trent Andren, Grace Belz, Jaimie Bezhani, Henry Budke, Jacob Burns, Samantha Cavaco, Michael Collins, Brady Dosch, Erasmus Espinosa, Claire Flanum, Gilberto Flores, Lauryn Frederick, Jade Hacken, Jackson Henningsgard, Levi Ingham, Fletcher Kjeseth, Carmen Klugow, Matthew Knutson, Rayna Lee, Bailee Lombardo, Jackson Mahoney, Megan Marquand, Francesca Meyers, Chloe Olson, Bauer Panek, Gavin Phillips, Megan Pratt, Tori Richards, Autumn Rivard, August Wentz, Alexis Wilcox, Dylan Wilcox, Emma Wolf, Kameron Zmuda.

Free Breakfast and Lunch this summer for children The School District of Amery is hosting the Summer Food Service Program for the entire summer again.

You can get free breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday.

Who: All children in the community who are 18 years of age or younger What: FREE breakfast and lunch Where: The Amery School District (children do not need to be enrolled in the Amery school district to participate) When: All summer! Lien Elementary will be providing free breakfast and

lunch throughout the summer. The middle school will also provide free breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday from June 18 through June 30.

LIEN ELEMENTARY: Breakfast served 7:50-8:45 a.m.; Lunch served 11:15-12:30 Dates: June 12-16, 19-23, 26-30, July 10-14, 17-21, 24-28 and 31, Aug. 1-4, 7-11, 14-18 AMERY MIDDLE: Breakfast served 7:50-8:20; Lunch served 11:25-11:50.

Dates: June 12-16, 19-23, 26-30.

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Calling All Centenarians!

Each year the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin recognizes and celebrates Polk County’s Centenarians—individuals who are 100 years of age or older! Last year, the ADRC learned of 14 centenarians—13 Polk County residents and 1 Burnett County resident.

Of these 14 Centenarians, thirteen of the 14 were women. Many were teachers or farmers at one point in their lives and almost half were lifelong residents of Polk County. One woman worked under cover for the Pinkerton Detective Agency and another traveled to the United

States from Denmark with her mother. All lived interesting lives and saw much change in the world.

If you know someone who was born in 1917 or before and would like to be recognized and celebrated, please contact Carrie at the ADRC at 877-485-2372.

Another Fathers' Day The day draws near; I inwardly reflect, how many sides of fatherhood I view, mixed view of dazed affection and respect, some fear of disapproval that is due.

Garage Sale crew

Once again, Mother Nature wanted to be a part of our Annual Shelter Garage Sale. This year she offered blistering heat with ferocious winds. We were all just happy it wasn’t rain.

Shelter supporters donated beyond our wildest dreams this year and made the sale an astounding success. Our sale has never included so much furniture. There was an abundance of household goods, beautiful ceramics, kitchen ware, linens, child ware and more. All of these donated treasures helped us raise $5,000 for the animals.

A dynamic crew of four, Pam Carson, Joyce Klinkhammer, Sue Kugler and Cathy Gille, with helpers Audrey Ferrozzo and Dorie Hofmeister, marked all of the sale items. They took on this formidable task with the usual joking and laughter. It makes the task at hand, so much more enjoyable. Thank you to Pam and her crew, again and again and again. Arnell is so very lucky to have these delightful volunteers in our corner.

After a month and a half of collecting

Garage sale shoppers

donations that results in shape shifting piles of marked and unmarked goods, our tireless crew unloaded three trailers, a training room and a garage worth of items in the wee hours of the morning; ready for the shoppers at 9 am. It’s a bit of a circus frenzy. With tables in place, signs up, items unloaded, cashiers and baggers at the ready, the rope

comes down and the treasure hunt is on.

The unloading is, as I mentioned, a huge endeavor. A crew of 26 accomplished this task with minutes to spare.

Your help is so very much appreciated: Kay McGrath, Audrey Ferrozzo, Lisa Rinde, Sue Olson, Sherry Hanson, Angela and James Jasinski, Nancy Henck, Don Waldbillig, Skyler Ricketson, Glen Clausen, Tim and Mary Bruckner, Sue Kugler, Cathy Gille, Dennis and Joyce Klinkhammer, Pam and Dennis Carson and the Osceola Public Library Kids.

Each year we are amazed that it all went off as planned and is over for another year. We are in awe of the tremendous giving and support from the Shelter Garage Sale donors and volunteers.

Deep appreciation and thanks to all who were a part of this years’ success.

Amidst the chaos of the sale, shelter pets are waiting to be found by their special someone. Loki, the Black Lab Shepherd Mix, is still waiting. He wants to play fetch and chase the squirrels in your back yard. American Bulldog Rooney will be happy to go for a ride in the truck and hang out on the couch. They are ready and waiting. Stop by to meet them and take home your new best friend.

G o l d e n Girls, Essie and Julia are hoping to enjoy the summer in new households looking for mellow feline companionship.

Tuxedo Paco and Grey Cap Winston will make great cats for households with children. They are both gentle and easy going. Cahli is happiest with her special someone in a quiet home. She is shorthair, brown Tabby with highlights.

Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 715 268-7387 (PETS) and online: ARNELLHUMANE.ORG and Facebook.

A clever crack I did or did not get, do you supposed I'd ever think of that?

Covert, the wink that meant 'just us', and yet, how much I wished to share it, be 'high hat.'

My sons, now men, and even grandsons too, bring giggles and awed wonder to the mix.

I recall my part with the Dad of you; What Mother can't, you might say, "Daddy fix."

Fathers' Day, we salute you with the rest; may you impart to younger lives your best.

Carol Morfitt Welch

Thank you so much ! Four simple words that hold so much gratitude for all the kind and compassionate people who helped support our backpack fundraiser at the Amery Fire Hall on June 9th.

The committee would like to thank our sponsors. The Amery Hospital and Clinic, Bremer Bank, Williams and Davis law office, Williamson White Funeral Home, Stems From The Heart, Amery Chiropractic, Noah Insurance, St Croix Casino, Johnson Motor St Croix Falls, Berghammer Builders, and Monarch Paving. Your donations are greatly appreciated.

We would also like to say a huge thank you to the Amery Fire Department for hosting our event and all the help we receive with set up and clean up from your outstanding fire personnel. They are the best and Amery is so fortunate to have such outstanding persons serving our community. We can’t thank you enough for helping us with this event.

Thank you so much to all the volunteers that show up every year to help with our cause. We could not hold this event without your help and we greatly appreciate your kindness. To all the businesses, churches and individuals that provide such wonderful silent auction items and baskets…. our hearts are amazed every year at your generosity and creative ideas.

The music gets our toes tapping and makes our event so much fun. Thank you to Jim Armstrong, Rex Cactus and The Cattail Moon Band. You give so freely of your time and talent without hesitation when we ask. We thank you. A huge thank you goes to Cardinal LG for matching the cash in the open guitar case at the event. You generosity is overwhelming.

Thank you so much for sponsoring the guitar case challenge.

To my committee of hard workers and planners, I could not do this without each and everyone of you. Thank you to George and Sue Fowler, Sharon Elmer, Cathy Christenson, Gail Peterson, Eileen Markee and Angela Moulton. To the staff of the Salvation Army, thank you for all your help and expertise.

How awesome is our community of caring and compassionate people. We will be able to help feed hungry children because of your kindness and giving hearts.

With much appreciation, Betty Collins

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WESTconsin Realty & Title Services Donate $5,000 to Tornado Relief Fund RICE LAKE, WI— WESTconsin Realty and WESTconsin Title Services recently contributed $5,000 to the charitable fund for Barron County area tornado victims. Red Cedar Church in Rice Lake is managing the fund.

On May 16, a devastating EF-3 tornado hit the Prairie Lake Mobile Home Park and surrounding areas that killed one person, injured 25 and caused at least $10 million in property damage. Agencies continue to work with those affected assisting with medical, housing and emotional needs.

“Thank you for your generosity; it will make such an impact to the victims of the tornado,”

commented Ashley Rayment with Red Cedar Church.

WESTconsin extends their sincere sympathies to all of the families impacted and encourages others to

help in any way possible.

For more information on how to contribute, visit Red Cedar Church’s website www.redcedarchurch.com and go to the ‘Events’ tab where in-

formation about the Tornado Relief Challenge Grant is posted along with a link for online donations.

HIGHER EDUCATION HONORS / ACCOLADES UW-Green Bay Spring 2017 Honors GREEN BAY, Wis. - The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay has made public the names of students receiving academic honors for the spring 2017 semester. Students who earn a 4.0 grade point average, which represents all "A" grades, receive highest honors. High honors go to those earning 3.99 to 3.75 grade point averages. Honors are given to students earning 3.74 to 3.50 grade point averages. Students are listed by the county claimed as place of permanent residence. All were fulltime students in the spring term, earning 12 or more credits of graded coursework.

Clear Lake, WI Madison Rene'e Brusletten, Semester Highest Honors Osceola, WI Hanna Grace Mierow, Semester High Honors Abbie Brianne Otlo, Semester High Honors

Students receive scholarships at CVTC

Red Cedar Church Outreach & Spiritual Growth Director, Ashley Rayment, accepts $5,000 donation from WESTconsin Realty representatives Judy Nichols and Pennie Peterson, and Casey Martin with WESTconsin Title Services.

More than $143,000 in awards presented Eau Claire, WI –Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) students received 264 scholarships totaling more than $143,000 recently when the CVTC Foundation hosted its annual Scholarship Awards Receptions.

At the events, scholarship recipients were paired at tables with representatives from the families or organizations that generously donated the scholarship funds. Often donors create scholarship funds to memorialize a loved one, or support a cause, but it all comes down to making a difference in the lives of the recipients.

Local students receiving scholarships included: From Amery: Michael Ramin, Patrick Philen Memorial Scholarship and Stuart T. Nesbit EPD Scholarship.

From Clayton: Brittany Bayliss, Dental Hygienist Faculty Scholarship.

From Clear Lake: Brandie Tolzman, Gale R. Otterholt Allied Medical Endowment Scholarship and Samantha Marko, Tri-County Medical Alliance Endowment Scholarship.

UW-La Crosse spring 2017 Dean’s List

FSA Reminds Producers to File Spring Planted Crop Reports by July 17 (BALSAM LAKE, WISCONSIN), June 1, 2017 – Producers are reminded to submit their annual spring acreage report to their local Farm Service Agency (FSA) county office by July 17, 2017, to meet FSA program eligibility requirements.

Producers must file their reports accurately and timely for all crops and land uses, including prevented and failed acreage, to ensure they receive the maximum FSA program benefits possible.

Accurate acreage reports are necessary to determine and maintain eligibility for many programs. Acreage reports are used for many FSA programs including the Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC), Price Loss Coverage (PLC), Farm Storage Facility Loans (FSFL), Marketing Assistance Loans (MAL), Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), Noninsured Assistance Program (NAP)

and various disaster programs.

Acreage reports are considered timely filed when completed by the applicable final spring crop reporting deadline of July 17, 2017.

Prevented acreage must be reported within 15 calendar days after the final planting date. Failed acreage must be reported before the disposition of the crop. NAP crops that are harvested prior to July 17 must report by the earlier of July 17, 2017 or 15 calendar days before the onset of harvest or grazing. Producers should contact their county FSA office if they are uncertain about reporting deadlines.

Producers with crop insurance must report their applicable crops to their insurance agent. Crop insurance agents and FSA continues to work on the Acreage and Crop Reporting Streamlining Initiative (ACRSI). This initiative is a result of the 2014 Farm Bill and standard-

izes data requirements for acreage reporting between FSA and Crop Insurance providers. At this time, you MUST sign all acreage reports (FSA-578's) at a local Farm Service Agency office to meet the FSA program requirements. You may also have to sign forms with your local crop insurance agent. Please contact your Farm Service Agency office AND your Crop Insurance agent to ensure you have completed all required forms to maintain eligibility for all programs.

Late-filed provisions may be available to producers who are unable to meet the reporting deadline as required. Reports filed after the established deadline must meet certain requirements to be accepted and may be charged late fees. Producers should call the Polk County FSA office at (715) 485-3138 to schedule an appointment to complete acreage reporting.

LA CROSSE, Wis. - The following students have been named to the Dean’s List at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse for the spring semester of the 2016-17 academic year, ending May 2017.

Qualification for the Dean’s List is limited to students who have attained outstanding academic achievement.

To be eligible, students must have earned not less than a 3.5 semester grade point average and have carried a minimum of 12 credits.

Students on the Dean’s List from this area include: Amery, WI David Hamilton Olson, Political Science Major Connor Thomas Wears, Biology Major Centuria, WI Ella Rae Luepke, Recreation Management Major: Outdoor Recreation Emphasis Dylan Thomas Ruck, Radiation Therapy Major Clear Lake, WI Emily Eileen Anderson, Therapeutic Recreation Major Maggie Buhr, Middle Childhood through Early Adolescence Education Major Alexander Paul Colbeth, Early Childhood through Middle Childhood Education Major Seth Robert Erickson, Mathematics Education Major Garrett Thomas Paulson, Recreation Management Major Luck, WI Carly Jean Ince, Exercise and Sport Science Major: Exercise Science - Pre-professional Track Jordan Richard Lowe, Undeclared Major - SAH Emma Gail Pedersen, Therapeutic Recreation Major Osceola, WI Elizabeth Dianne West, Art Major Saint Croix Falls, WI Sophie Pamela Klein, Exercise and Sport Science Major: Physical Education Star Prairie, WI Cassandra May Martie, Early Childhood through Middle Childhood Education Major Shawna Renee Olson, Therapeutic Recreation Major Turtle Lake, WI Cassandra Louise Beach, Psychology Major Maxwell Reed Molls, Geography Major

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Music on the River, Amery Art Fair, Clayton Cheese Days - all this weekend Did you get a chance to see the Full Moon last Friday night? It was awesome!

The moon came up just in time for the lighting ceremony at the AmerPounding i c a n Canthe cer SoPavement c i e t y Rel ay Pam Humpal f o r L i fe t hat we were a part of in New Richmond. With the lumanari bags, they spelled HOPE in

the bleachers with the beautiful moon hanging right over the message…it was perfect timing. The Relay For Life is always a special event for us to participate in. It’s a fun night, raising money for a great cause!

Father’s Day is Sunday, June 18. A great opportunity for you to let your Dad know how special he is, and most importantly, appreciated, and loved each and every day.

A very special Happy Father’s Day to my husband, Dave, for being an awesome Dad and Grandpa (and not too bad of a husband either). Also, Happy Father’s Day to our sons, Matt and Ryan, and to my brothers, Larry and John, and my brother-in-laws, Marv, Paul and Butch. And to all Dads…Happy Father’s Day! Music On The River is ready to kickoff their 5th Anniversary concert series this Friday night, June 16, with the “Studebakers” at 5pm, followed by “The Whitesidewalls” playing at 6:30pm. The concert is FREE. There will also be a car show, delicious food, beer, wine, and hopefully great weather. Thank you to all the sponsors for supporting Music On The River. I hope to see you there… remember to bring your lawn chair.

Saturday, June 17, will be the 40th Annual Amery Art & Craft Fair from 9am to 3pm in North Park, Amery. The event will feature lawn items, jewelry, pottery, furniture, clothing, specialty food, kids activity area, and much more.

Admission is free. The Art & Craft Fair is sponsored by the Amery Woman’s Club.

The 51st Clayton Cheese Days is set for this weekend. The activities begin on Friday with Community Wide Garage Sales, Kids Pedal Pull, Garden Tractor Pull, and winds down at night with a street dance with music by “The Commotion”. On Saturday you can enjoy a

Our “team” at the Relay for Life.

Strawberry Shortcake will benefit Frederic Depot FREDERIC--The Frederic Area Historical Society will be serving its signature strawberry shortcake on Sat., June 17, from 10:00 a.m. through mid-afternoon.

Shortcake and other options from Frederic’s own Northwoods Bakery will be featured.

One of several annual fundraising efforts to help offset the costs of keeping the museum open to the public, to tell the story of Frederic’s past, the strawberry shortcake cake event has become a popular part of Frederic Family Days.

Many families make it a regular stop during Family Days.

Money raised from the donations for strawberry shortcake will be used this year to offset the cost of replacing the shingles on the 1885 Log Cabin and the original Frederic Library, currently part of the Museum’s permanent collection.

Proceeds from this year’s fundraisers will also be used to spruce up the Soo Line caboose with fresh paint and lighting. As always, with historical collections, there is an ongoing need for maintenance.

The Frederic Soo Line Depot is the last of its kind in this area from what was once the major pipeline of commerce through more than half of the last century--the railroad.

When the Soo Line abandoned rail service through Frederic in 1989, the village acquired the depot and restored it with federal transportation enhancement grants as a rest stop on the Gandy Dancer State Trail and a museum of local history.

Frederic Area Historical Society members will be on hand to share the history of Frederic. The Depot/ Museum is open 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., weekends and holidays from

Memorial Day weekend through leaf season in the fall. There is no admission fee to tour the museum or other displays including Frederic’s first Library, a log cabin from the late 1800’s, and a 1970’s Soo Line wide-vision caboose.

If you are interested in preserving and sharing the history of this area, the Frederic Area Historical Society is always need of new members and volunteers to be hosts at the museum. For more information please call 715-327-4158 or 715327-4892.

Check out museum pictures at www.fredericwi.com.

State trail passes, required for bicycle riders on the Gandy Dancer State Trail, 16 years of age and older, are available at the depot and 24/7 at a self registration box near the trail.

Fun Run/Walk/Bike, Pancake Breakfast, Kickball Tournament, Car Show, Cornhole Tournament, Tractor & Truck Pull. The Clayton Cheese Days Parade is at 10am with Ivanna Bergmann being the Grand Marshall. Congratulations Ivanna on the nice honor! Sunday will be the annual Demolition Derby at 2pm.

Have a fun time this weekend in Clayton during Cheese Days!

The longest day of the year is the start of Summer which is June 21. Along with June being Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, Riverbend is hosting a Puzzle Challenge on “The Longest Day”.

On Wednesday, June 21, the Riverbend crew will be putting puzzles together from sunrise to sunset with the goal being 14 puzzles. Donations will be accepted for the Alzheimer’s Association.

Good Luck with your challenge!

And the June Dairy Month tidbits continue… *Dairy cows can produce 125 pounds of saliva in a single day *Cows have 32 teeth, all of them on the bottom with a dental pad on top *Cows drink about 35 gallons of water a day-about the same amount as a bathtub full of water Happy Birthday this week to my niece, Josie, who will be 6 years old on June 14; to my nephew, Corey, on June 15; to our good friend, Skylir on June 16; and to my niece-in-law, Kelly, on June 18(a very good day to have a birthday). Enjoy your very special days!

Happy Flag Day on June 14! Have a wonderful week, and enjoy all the area activities this weekend!

The Call of Summer: June 11, 2017 I look out the windows across the lea, and digest all the beauty there is to see.

I hear the sirens singing soft and clear, wake up world, summer is coming near.

The days of summer are all filled with fun, and there is always a lot of work to be done.

There are yards to mow and gardens to weed, lots of tasks, every day a need.

If the work gets too tedious and hot, a quick dip in the pool will hit the spot.

There will be time for camping and more, on the days when the work runs galore.

Camp fires and wiener roasts beneath the stars, out in the country away from the sound of cars.

The sirens are calling if you'll hear, the call of summer a great time of the year.

Larry Phillipson is a poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin

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Celebrate Clayton Cheese Days Friday, Saturday and Sunday 51st Annual

Welcome to Clayton Cheese Days!

CLAYTON CHEESE DAYS

FRIDAY, JUNE 16, 2017

*COMMUNITY WIDE GARAGE SALES- 9 am-4 pm. Maps available at Clayton BP Amoco, Citizens State Bank, and Lake Magnor Store.

CELEBRATE FAMILY FUN NIGHT - FREE ADMISSION TO ALL EVENING EVENTS AT THE FIRE HALL

*KIDS PEDAL PULL-Registration 6:00 p.m., Pull starts at 6:30 p.m, located by the Clayton Fire Hall

*GARDEN TRACTOR PULL- Dairyland Garden Tractor Pullers Event. Pull starts

at 6:15 p.m. Registration before. Pull site at the Clayton Fire Hall Track. For more info contact Charlie Boese wwwdgtp.org.

*OUTDOOR STREET DANCE Music by “The Commotion” 8 p.m.-Midnight.

FREE Admission. Sponsored by 7 Brothers

SATURDAY, JUNE 17, 2017 *Clayton Community Fun RUN/WALK/BIKE - Registration at 7:30 am

Starts at 8 a.m. Sponsored by the Clayton Athletic Club. Contact Mike Schradle for registration materials at schradlem@claytonsd.k12.wi.us

*FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH PANCAKE BREAKFAST- Serving from 7:30am-9:30am at the Fire Hall (handicap accessible facility)

*Clayton Cheese Days Parade - 10:00 AM Grand Marshal Ivanna Bergmann

For more parade information contact Danielle Zebro 715-948-2163 *QUEEN’S TEA AND CORONATION - following the parade in the School Commons *INFLATABLE BOUNCE HOUSE - following the parade until 4 p.m. Behind the Fire Hall. Sponsored by Clayton Lions.

HOURS: Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-Close Fri., Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m.-Close

948-7777

FRIDAY, JUNE 16th: Cheese Days Street Dance/ Live Music with “The Commotion” 8 pm-12 am

STOP BY CLAYTON AMOCO FOR •DNR Licenses •RV Dump •Gasoline •LP Tanks •Groceries •Pizza •Videos •ATM Machine •Liquor •Copy Machine •Faxing Service See you soon!

SATURDAY, JUNE 17th: Cheese Days Brunch 10 am-2 pm

CLAYTON AMOCO

DJ and Karaoke with “Northland Entertainment” 8 pm-12 am

CLAYTON, WI

*BARRY KETZ & FAMILY KICKBALL TOURNAMENT- Clayton v/illage Ball

Field 11 a.m. Pre-registration required. 10 teams (5 men & 5 women). NO AGE LIMIT. $100/team. Double elimination. Contact LuAnn Scharmer at stevelucy89@gmail. com for more info *LIONS CLUB CAR SHOW - Registration 8 a.m.-noon at the ballfield shelter on Church St. Judging at 3 p.m. $5 entry fee per vehicle, trophies awarded in: Stock, Muscle, Street, Military, Open, and Rat Rod classes. Contact Chad for more information 715-641-0129 *LIONS CLUB CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT. Registration 4:30 p.m. West of the fire hall. $10 entry fee per person, 2-person teams (luck of the draw), 100% payback.

Race to 21 points, 2 out of 3 games, double elimination. More info contact Randy 715-491-1529 *TRACTOR PULL - 12:00 pm start, Weigh-in begins at 11 am. TROPHIES IN STOCK CLASSES, GUARANTEED PAYBACK IN ALL OTHER CLASSES. Hook fee $25. Contact Todd for info 715-641-0341. *TRUCK PULL- 7:00pm, Registration at 5:30pm. $25 hook fee. TROPHIES IN STOCK CLASSES GUARANTEED. PAYBACK IN ALL OTHERS.

SUNDAY, JUNE 18, 2017

*LIONS CLUB DEMOLITION DERBY – 2 p.m. Start. Located Hwy 63, South

of the water tower. Power Wheels Demo starting at 2 p.m. Trophies for all drivers.

Grand Demo Classes: Chain Full Size, Welded Trucks, Chain FWD, 5 ft. Minis. For more information and rules: WeCrash Demoliton Derby/Clayton Cheese Days. Jon at 715222-9368 or Geoff 715-641-0555

Clayton Fire Department 50/50 RaffleDRAWING AFTER DEMO DERBY

Tickets available at various businesses in town and at the Fire Hall all weekend. Proceeds go towards scholarship program

Annual Cheese Days event presents Parade on Saturday at 10 a.m.

715-948-4252

FRIDAY, JUNE 23rd: Rickety Chickety Sale!

Brunch from 10 am-2 pm Food and Drink Specials from 10 am-4 pm SATURDAY, JUNE 24th: DJ and Karaoke with DJ Donna 8 pm-12 am

Berghammer Builders would like to Congratulate the Village of Clayton on their 51st Cheese Days Celebration!

Berghammer Builders is proud to be a part of this growing community!

Call us for all of your building needs!

Clayton Lions Club presents

2017 Car Show 1st-3rd Place

STOCK 1st-3rd Place

MILITARY

1st-3rd Place

MUSCLE 1st Place

OPEN

1st-3rd Place

STREET 1st Place

RAT ROD

Saturday, June 17th

Registration 8 a.m. to noon • $5 per vehicle Judging 3 p.m. • Church St., Clayton If you would like to be in the parade, please register before 9:30 a.m.

715-948-2811 • Clayton, WI www.berghammerbuilders.com

For more information please call Dave 715-948-2460 or Chad 715-641-0129

FRIDAY - Community-Wide Garage Sales - Celebrate Family Fun Night - Kids Pedal Pull - Garden TractorPull SATURDAY - Community Fun Run/Walk/Bike - Pancake Breakfast - Cheese Days Parade - Queen’s Tea and Coronation - Inflatable Bounce House - Kickball Tournament - Car Show - Cornhole Tournament - Tractor Pull - Truck Pull SUNDAY - Demolition Derby

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Polk County Farm Bureau will host picnic June 25

AREA GOLF LEAGUES Clear Lake Women’s Golf League June 6 results A Flight Low gross: Cheri Lee 46 Low net: Barb Roy 31 Low putts: Darlene Emerson 13 Game: Cindy Johnson B Flight Low gross: Mary Schradle Mau 50 Low net: Diane Lauritsen 30 Low putts: Diane Schradle 13 Game: Jan Vickney and Deb Hahn C Flight Low gross: Julie Schultz 56 Low net: Pam VanHeuklom 30 Low putts: Cheryl Bussewitz 15 Game: Pam VanHeuklom, Bonnie Fox and Julie Schultz D Flight Low gross: Diane Blanchard 64 Low net: Marge Filkins 32 Low putts: Jan Benson 19 Game: Jan Benson Closest to Pin on drive: All Flights - Barb Roy Closest to Pin on 2nd Shot: All Flights - Denise Severson Birdies: Barb Roy Chip ins: Diane Schradle, Diane Lauritsen, Marva Perry and Cathy Hansen TEAM STANDINGS Goof Balls ......................12 Slice Girls ..........................6 Rowdy Rebels ................12 Wild Whackers .................3 Sharks ..............................9 Backwoods Hackers ........3 7 Brothers ........................6 Golf Bags ...........................3 Chipper Chicks ...............6 Happy Hookers .................0

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Amery Women’s Golf League 18-HOLE LEAGUE June 7 results A Flight Low gross: Sheryl Forshier Low net: Paula Fussy Low putts: Gloria Lansin Game of the day: Sheryl Forshier B Flight Low gross: Susan Olson Low net: Sue Henningsgard Low putts: Jan Reichert Game of the day: Susan Olson C Flight Low gross: Daryl Beadle Low net: Judy Park Low putts: Judy Park Game of the day: Judy Park Chip-ins: Paula Fussy #12

Polk County Farm Bureau will be hosting a Farm Bureau Member Appreciation Picnic for their members on Sunday, June 25th. The picnic will be held at DD Kennedy in Amery and will begin with a social hour at noon and lunch at 1 pm.

Pork, hot dogs, buns, condiments, milk, lemonade, water and all utensils will be provided by Polk County Farm Bureau.

Please bring a dish to pass, a lawn chair and your fishing pole if you care to fish.

There will be yard games and family fun for everyone.

For more information or to RSVP, please contact Lisa Thomfohrda, Polk County Farm Bureau at 715.485.3010.

9-HOLE LEAGUE June 7 results Division A Low gross: Gwen Wold 52 Low net: Sue Wears 39 Low putts: Tracy Anderson 17 Division B Low gross: Bette Elmer 57 Low net: Sid Jones 40 Low putts: Rhonda Fitzgerald 17 Division C Low gross: Sherri Berg 60 Low net: Amy Elmer 34 Low putts: Melinda Peterson 18 Game winner: Amy Elmer

East Immanuel Presents

Koinonia Singers Friday June 23, at 7 p.m.

It Happened at Big Moosehead Lodge

Join us at the Outdoor Chapel

(Sanctuary if raining) East Immanuel Lutheran Church, 207 120th St., Amery See a lively group of 30-40 high school students sharing their testimony of Jesus love through Christian songs.

Followed by S’mores around a bonfire

5 th

ANNIVERSARY 2017 DANIELSON STAGE CONCERT SERIES

ON THE River Music 5 pm • michael park • amery, wi

Dairy Day 2017 Friday, June 16th 10am-5pm

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Join us as we CELEBRATE Dairy Month - Free to Attend!

• Petting Zoo • Bounce House • Pedal Pull Friday @ 1pm Sign-up begins 30 min before

• Kids Activities

Free Offerings

• Ice Cream • Cheese Samples • Milk • Bistro Samples: • Wine Samples Pizza, Sandwiches • Fudge Samples Fried Cheese Curds • Pound of Butter* • Local Products Free butter is with purchase of 5lbs of cheese. Limit one per family.

• Pop & Popcorn

Local Vendors

• Janet’s Perennials • Luck FFA Food Stand • Sugarwood Carmels • Morley’s Maple Syrup & Maple Bourbon Cotton Candy • Oh Fudge!

• Connections Store • Salvation Army • Bernick’s Pepsi • Mini Donuts

Live Music CRAIG BOWMAN DJ Fri. 10-1 FREEWAY JAM Fri. 1-5

FRI, JUNE 16 @ 6:30 PM

FRI, JULY 21 @ 7:00 PM

FRI, AUGUST 18 @ 7:00 PM

THE WHITESIDEWALLS ~~~

CHRIS KROEZE BAND ~~~

LAMONT CRANSTON ~~~

5-6:30 “STUDEBAKERS”

5-7 “ST PAUL MUDSTEPPERS”

5-7 “THE STOGIES”

GREAT FOOD • BEER & WINE • CRUISE-IN CAR SHOW KATE & PAUL

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20 lb. cylinder tanks

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FLORAL & GIFTS

• Bird Feeder Basket B k t • Wine & Cheese Basket

Burnett Dairy Cooperative 11631 State Road 70 715.689.2468 burnettdairy.com 5 Miles East of Grantsburg, WI Like us on Facebook for updates!

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Woodland Lakes Rotary

LEADHOLM

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Dave’s Auto

& LAMERE INSURANCE AGENCY

Williams & Davis Law Office

Amery

Meat

Market

NOAH

INSURANCE GROUP

715-268-9442 www.park-realty.com

Dennis Carson • Kay Erickson Christopherson Eye Clinic • Club 53 • PaperWorx Phyllbeas • Forrest Inn • Stone Creek Custom Interiors

T H A N K YO U S P O N S O R S

Larry & Lorna

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Worship in the Park Sunday, June 18, 9:30 a.m.

GARFIELD PARK west of Amery on Cty. Rd. F

Worship led by Neighbors United in Christ Little Falls, Trinity and Deronda Lutheran churches Pastor Lori Peper 40th ANNUAL

SATURDAY, JUNE 17 9 AM-3 PM

Need a High Efficient Furnace or Central Air Conditioning?

FOR SALE

2010 Palomino Ultra-Lite 29 ft.

Full size bath Slide out $13,500

Call

Fall Electric Clear Lake

715-268-7915

715-263-2121

Ladies of the Labyrinth 11th Annual Tea Party Sunday, June 25 2 p.m.

VENDORS STILL ACCOMMODATED CONTACT 715-573-4697 or 612-636-1169

$8.00

East Immanuel Lutheran Church Outdoor Chapel Come enjoy a traditional tea party with food and entertainment

“Paris” themed Hat Contest with prizes for the best hats!

Please call for reservations as seating is limited 715-268-6334 or 715-268-2143

Join Us On Beautiful Pike Lake

Minnesota group helps Wisconsin inmates train service dogs BLACK RIVER FALLS, Wis. (AP) — A Minnesota nonprofit is turning to prison inmates in Wisconsin to train puppies to help people with mobility challenges, hearing loss, autism, seizure disorders and diabetes.

Can Do Canines arranged the canine/prisoner partnership at the Jackson Correctional Institute, the La Crosse Tribune reported.

Can Do Canines prison program director Dyan Larson leads a two-hour training session once a week, and unit supervisor Melinda Derus will oversee day-to-day training.

“Prisons are a great source of people who have time on their hands to train,” Larson said. “Seventy-five percent of our dogs end up succeeding at the program.”

The success rate is important because 170 people are on the waiting list for a Can Do Canine dog.

“For a lot of people, the dogs are literally life-saving,” Larson said. “Everyone across the board is like, `How did I live without this?’ They gain freedom. They gain independence.”

Under the prison program, two inmates are assigned one dog. The dog is crated in the inmates’ cell at night and is by their side during the day.

“The benefit and enticement for me in having a program like this in our facility is it opens a very different facet of rehab for our inmates,” said Lizzie Tegels, the prison’s warden. “It has a calming effect. ... and encouragement for good behavior. And to hire out (service dog) training for the duration is astronomically expensive.”

Inmate Christopher Robertson is matched with a dog named Puzzle.

“I’ve been in prison for a while, and this gives me a good opportunity for my last six years,” Robertson said. “Just the whole concept is pretty exciting. It’s going to make the time go by really fast for a year, and hopefully go by easier.”

Once the black Labrador/golden retriever mixes complete two years of training, they will be given to those in need for a $50 application fee.

“The staff really think this is going to have a positive impact on not just the housing unit, but the facility in general,” Tegels said.

Father’s Day

BUFFET Sunday, June 18 Serving 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Featuring: Oven-Roasted Turkey, Honey-Glazed Ham, Chicken Tenders, BBQ Meatballs, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Egg Bake, Vegetables, Biscuits & Gravy, Sausage, French Toast, Fresh Fruit, Dessert Bar and more!

Adults $14.95 Children 5-10 $6.95 Under 5 FREE RESERVATIONS APPRECIATED

Breakfast • Fellowship Luther Rose made out of Legos!

Amery VFW 730 N. Wisconsin Ave., Amery

BINGO Every Thursday 6:30 p.m.

Progressive Jackpot

Your share is over $1,794

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

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

ee a gi iea fr Father’s Day? Gie a donaon in honor or memory of your Dad to help neighbors lie independently at home in Polk County Our vlunteers help as & granpas: • Rides • Visits at home • Grocery shopping • Help around the house

Interfaith Caregivers PO Box 65 Milltown, WI 54858

715-825-9500

www.interfaithpolk.org

Come support our local veterans One mile north of Amery on Hwy. 46, 1/2 mile west on Cty. Rd. H 715-268-8774

8th Annual

City of Lakes Open Golf Tournament Monday, June 19, 2017

The “City of Lakes Open” is a Scramble format Registration 9:30 a.m.

Shotgun start 10:30 a.m.

AMERY GOLF CLUB

$80. includes 18 holes & 1/2 cart rental, golf lesson from Steve Wilhelm, box lunch and prizes & awards

Saturday, June 17, 2:30 p.m.

Miki Jo’s Bar & Grill, 1301 105th Ave., Amery

Area Veterans will be raising the flag before the July 9th Minnesota Twins vs. Baltimore Orioles Baseball Game at Target Field. Proceeds help pay for Veterans game ticket and bus transporation

0 Chicken Dinner Meat e 50/5 e Broasted 2 pc. dark $7.99 ffl Ra Raffl 2 pc. white $8.99 t 4 pc. mixed $10.99 Meards Dinner includes garlic mashed potatoes, a Bo dressed green beans, dinner roll Tickets and Transportation are available for this memorable event honoring our local veterans on Sunday, July 9th, 1:10 p.m.

For more information please call OJ Aune 715-268-7864, 715-607-1346 or Bob LaBathe 715-268-2939, 715-554-3770.

Ticket deadline June 10. FREE Transportation.

Proceeds this year will go towards helping support the Amery school district special needs children

Registration forms available at the Amery Golf Club, iAMg Ameriprise office (120 Birch St. W, Amery, WI) or online: www.amerylionsclub.org

Meat provided by Swanks Meats, 1981 Hwy. 8, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024. 715-483-3386

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This is where you will find Garage Sale ads MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE

Friday, June 16, 8 am-7 pm Saturday, June 17, 8 am-Noon Huge variety of household, vintage, clothes, linens, plants

RUMMAGE SALE United Covenant Church

Hwy 63 & JJ, Clear Lake

GARAGE SALE Wed. June 14, 9-5 Thurs. June 15, 9-5 Fri. June 16, 9-4 Sat. June 17, 8-12

Recliner, baby things, office chair, kids vanity, yard art, ab cruncher.

Thursday & Friday, June 15 & 16, 8 am-5 pm

1048 85th Ave., Amery 1 mile off of H north of Amery

Clayton City-Wide GARAGE SALES

NEXT DOOR NEIGHBORS SALE

325 Valley St., Amery

Sponsored by Community Education

Friday, June 16, 9 am-4 pm Maps available at local businesses GARAGE SALE

905 Sunflower Way, Amery

(east of hospital to 4 way stop, then south one block) follow signs Lots of misc., clothing, scrubs size L, furniture, antiques.

Thurs, June 15, 8 am-4 pm Fri, June 16, 8 am-4 pm Sat, June 17, 8 am-noon

FAMILY GARAGE SALE

Thursday, June 14, 4-8 pm Friday, June 15, 8 am-5 pm Saturday, June 16, 8-11 am Baby clothes and accessories, clothes (Gap, Express, Loft, Silver jeans, Limited), new baby crib, new baby mattress, Michael Kors and Coach purses, double oven, household items, jewelry, 1999 Suburban and piano.

680 South Shore Drive, Amery

Thursday & Friday June 15 & 16, 9-?

Women’s quality brand name clothing: petite to plus size, purses, men’s & kids clothing, all seasons and sizes.

Tons of girls 3T and boys 4T, shoes, TOYS, DVD’s, books, ride on Minnie Mouse airplane, bikes. Trek bike, Weber grill, CDs, DECOR: pottery, glass, baskets, quilts, paintings, prints. GUY STUFF: Stihl chainsaw, fishing tackle & boxes, life jackets, hunting camo, compound bows, ground blind, 20# propane tanks, air mattress pump, car spotlight.

TOOLS: Air compressor, hammer drill, jigsaw, roofing nailer, sanders, heat gun and more.

Garage Sale Like a Warrior!

228, 306 & 310 Riverside Blvd., Amery

Deadline for Garage Sale ads is Friday at 10 am

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Entry Level Machining Instructor (PT)

Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College New Richmond Campus Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College is seeking a learning-focused, creative and dynamic individual for a part-time Entry Level Machining Instructor at the WITC New Richmond Campus beginning fall semester. The ideal candidates will demonstrate interest in and potential for excellence in facilitating student learning and development.

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Press Operators 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shift K-Tek WI, a precision metal specialty manufacturing company is currently seeking qualified Press Operators.

Job duties will include operating presses ranging from 35 to 400 tons, perform quality control inspections, read and interpret blue prints, ability to use measuring devices, keep a safe and clean work area and other duties as assigned. Beneficial for candidates to have manufacturing experience.

This position requires basic math and reading skills.

Compensation will be commensurate with direct related experience. Great opportunity to work for a growth-oriented employer. Qualified applicants should forward a resume to: K-Tek WI Attn: April Miller 750 Vandeberg St Baldwin, WI 54002 Via Email: april.miller@ktek-net.com Fax: (715) 684-3050 Equal Opportunity Employer

HELP WANTED

FOR RENT 1 BR apt.

Caregivers 2nd & 3rd shifts at our St. Croix Falls location

Stop in for application 343 McKinney St., St. Croix Falls

$340/month $340/deposit

Redwood Apts.

Clear Lake 715-263-2346

FOR SALE:

8 golf course lots located in Pondhurst, Amery, WI 54001 Also available attractive rural building sites.

WILL CONSIDER TRADE OF OTHER HOUSES

715-222-1706 Cell 715-268-6336 Home

Rent based on 30% of income. On-site laundry, storage lockers, updated units and microwaves.

For those 62+ or disabled of any age.

1-800-944-4866 Ext. 1122

Equal Housing Opportunity

HELP WANTED

Waitresses/ Waiters Apply in person

Wolter’s Shoreview Supper Club on Pike Lake, Amery Wed.-Sat. after 4 pm

Join Our Team!

What motivates you?

Amery Memory Care is looking for

Helping Others?

Being Creative?

Money?

If you answered yes to any of these, this position is for you!

Outgoing, responsible and well-spoken person needed to work in our advertising department at the Amery Free Press.

IF YOU LOVE WORKING WITH PEOPLE AND LIKE SELLING, PLEASE CONTACT US. Sales experience preferred but will train the right person.

This part-time position will be working with businesses on their help wanted advertising and other telephone work.

Hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Monday.

Hourly pay plus commission.

Send your resume to phumpal@theameryfreepress.com or mail to Pam Humpal, Amery Free Press PO Box 424, Amery, WI 54001

Affordable 1 BR in Clear Lake

PT & FT Resident Care Assistants (1st, 2nd & 3rd Shifts) Please stop in and speak with Kristin or Michelle for more details

Casual Dietary Aide/Cook

Please talk to Shelley for more details

215 Birch St. W, Amery

Pressman

Publisher’s Printing Service, Inc. (PPSI) of Amery, Wisconsin is seeking an experienced press operator to produce quality work on our 6 unit Goss Community web offset press and one four high color unit.

We do work for a dozen weekly customers and pride ourselves in producing a great product. Hourly wage, paid time off, medical and 401k with match.

Contact Gerry Wilder, Manager at ppsi@amerytel.net for details. EOE

NOW HIRING! Housekeeping - Part-time days Competitive benefits offered

CNA’s - Full & Part Time Competitive benefits offered

Evening & Night Shift RN’s & LPN’s Competitive pay and benefits offered

Cook - 3:30-7:30 pm.

2 days a week & every other weekend.

Some day hours to fill if desired.

To find out more, visit good-sam.com/stcroixvalley.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, religion, marital status, color, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected status.

Prism Plastics Products is now seeking applications for: Quality Inspector 1st Shift JOB QUALIFICATIONS: •Minimum of 1 year prior inspection experience in a plastics manufacturing environment •SPC knowledge •Proficient in use of measurement tools, such as calipers and micrometers •Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Word, Excel •Demonstrated skills of accuracy and attention to detail •Knowledge of manufacturing processes involved in the production and use of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models

Send resume to Prism Plastics Products Inc., PO Box 446, New Richmond, WI 54017 or apply online at prismplasticsinc.com No phone calls please

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Golden Age Manor in Amery, WI would like you on our team!

Dietary Aide Position

Part Time 6-8 days every two weeks with opportunity to pick up additional hours as desired.

As a Polk County, WI. Employee you will be benefit eligible including Health Insurance, Dental/Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, WRS Retirement, etc. Please call for more information or apply online now!

Deadline to Apply: 6/18/17 Call with any questions 715-268-7107 YOU MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For complete job description, position requirements, application, and details please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities. AA/EEOC

HELP WANTED

Personal Care Attendant position PM Part-time Includes every other weekend

Riverbend Senior Living 475 Golfview Lane Amery, WI 54001 715-268-9949

Associate Dean, Continuing Education (Customized Training) Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College New Richmond Campus Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Associate Dean, Continuing Education (Customized Training). The Associate Dean, Continuing Education (Customized Training) collaborates with team members and the Dean of Workforce and Economic Development to conduct industry outreach and set revenue goals. The role requires interpersonal skills, salesmanship, and ingenuity to initiate and pursue sales leads.

For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply visit our website at: http://witc.edu/employ Deadline to apply: June 30, 2017

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

FT- Production Supervisor Assistant Salaried Position Pay Based on Experience Previous Supervisory Experience a must 5 AM to 1:30 PM –Monday thru Friday Expect 40+ hours

FT-Screening Supervisor

Salaried Position Pay Based on Experience Previous Supervisory Experience a must 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM Monday thru Thursday; If team works OT on Fridays must be available to lead team on Fridays.

Expect 40+ hours APPLY TODAY! www.gdsiswitches.com Send resumes to: Cheri Richards at richardsc@gdsiswitches.com

Polk County offers careers that Matter Join us to make a difference, together we will strengthen our community!

We cannot function without great employees - talented, caring professionals are rewarded with a great, competitive total rewards package.

Public Health Nurse Polk County Government Center Full-time - Non-Exempt Position Starting Wage: DOQ Provides community focused, population based nursing services to residents of Polk County. Promotes and maintains the health of individuals and families through nursing services in a variety of settings including the home, office, worksite, school, jail and community. Collaborates with other professional and citizen groups to meet the identified health priorities in the community.

Responsible for communicable disease surveillance and investigation and local preparedness planning.

Deadline to apply: June 21, 2017

Highway Maintenance Polk County Highway Facility Full-time - Non-Exempt Position Starting Wage: $19.05 Performs operation of motorized equipment used in the construction, repair and maintenance of County Highways.

Requires a valid Wisconsin CDL license with appropriate class and endorsement, specifically Class B with tanker.

Deadline to apply: June 26, 2017 YOU MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For complete job description, position requirements, application, and details please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities. AA/EEOC

EMS Coordinator

Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College Rice Lake Campus

This Rice Lake Campus-based position which will report to the Associate Dean of EMS/Paramedic Program Director and will establish/develop a customer base for both internal and external customers for the college. Position responsibilities include: a comprehensive understanding of state mandated training; a full understanding of EMS courses; complete EMT and Adv. EMT program course scheduling. Provide instruction to service, business and industry and maintain certified instructors at the appropriate level. This position will work with the Medical Directors within our district for equipment, supply approval and guidance. Leadership and supervisory skills, along with a strong customer service background and the understanding of EMT and Adv. EMT coursework, is essential.

For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply visit our website at: http://witc.edu/employ Deadline to apply: June 21, 2017 WITC is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Veterans/ Disability Employer and Educator TTY 711

Gerontology-Aging Services Professional Program Instructor Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College New Richmond/Rice Lake Campus Applications are currently being accepted from learning-focused, creative and dynamic candidates for a full-time Southern Tier (New Richmond/Rice Lake) Gerontology-Aging Services Professional Program Instructor at Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College.

This position will be based out of the New Richmond campus. Weekly travel will be required between the New Richmond and Rice Lake campuses and inside/ outside of the district, as specified. The Gerontology-Aging Services Professional program provide comprehensive and holistic training for professionals in the field of aging to work in a variety of settings inclusive of human services, health care and long-term care institutions; federal, state, and local government agencies, retirement communities, professional organizations and business and industry. Primary responsibilities include curriculum design, program development, instruction, fieldwork coordination and oversight, academic/club advising, program promotion/recruitment, and active participation in related divisional, college wide and external activities. .

For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply visit our website at: http://witc.edu/employ Deadline to apply: June 27, 2017

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

We are growing!

JOIN OUR TEAM! Quanex Building Products, a leading manufacturer in the building products industry, is seeking quality conscious, self-motivated, Team Lead to join our 2nd shift team at the Luck, WI location.

Current Openings: •Moulder Operator Team Lead 2nd shift - Monday through Thursday 3:30 pm-2:00 am (overtime as required).

We offer a competitive starting wage, plus a shift incentive, a complete benefit package including paid vacation, holidays, 401(k) and pension along with a progressive work environment.

Don’t miss out on a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic growth oriented company!

Please send your resume or apply in person to complete an application at:

Quanex Building Products Corporation Attn: Human Resources 501 Main Street S Luck, WI 54853 Quanex is an EEO employer. We maintain a smoke free, drug free work environment.

Nolato Contour is part of the medical division of Nolato which is a Swedish based company. Nolato has more than 20 worldwide facilities, the medical division specializes in the manufacturing of medical products, including implantable devices, www.nolato. com. Nolato Contour located in Baldwin, WI currently has an immediate openings for a:

Customer Service Representative

Serves as primary customer contact to coordinate communication between customers and internal resources. Facilitates communications associated with customer orders, shipping requirements, quality, pricing, delivery and other issues. Establish good customer relations internally and externally by ensuring customer expectations are being met. Associates degree in Business or related field or equivalent experience and education.

Must have one to three months related customer service experience. Knowledge of plastic injection molding and IQ System software preferred, experience with Microsoft software required, and additional experience in ISO and FDA certified environment desired.

Must have excellent planning, organizational and mathematical skills. Must have excellent communication skills. Friendly, cooperative and professional personality required. Ability to multi-task and able to handle high-pressure and fast-paced situations.

Please submit resume to: Nolato Contour Attn: Human Resources 660 VandeBerg Rd. Baldwin, WI 54002 Fax: 715-684-2705 Email: Sue.Miller@nolato.com

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Clear Lake, Wisconsin

FULL-TIME MANUFACTURING POSITIONS

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED ON-SITE ONE DAY ONLY!

Stop in Tuesday, June 27th between 6am-5pm to complete an application

No applications will be issued/accepted in person before or after June 27th

Looking for a Summer Job? LAKESIDE FOODS IN NEW RICHMOND, WI is looking to fill a

Field Scout Position

AFP advanced food products llc 600 First Avenue West Clear Lake, WI 54005 -ORApply online any day before June 27th

June-August/September Must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid drivers license

www.afpllc.com, click on Careers, then select Clear Lake Plant listings Starting wage of $17.55 with up to a $4.00+ increase after 120 days.

Opportunity for overtime and double time pay.

Excellent Benefit Package includes Medical, Dental/Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, and Incentive Program.

M/F/D/V Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Must be able to work rotating shifts of 6 a.m. – 2 p.m. / 2 p.m. – 10 p.m. / 10 p.m. – 6 a.m.

Must be available all hours including weekends, if needed.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR ONLY THE BEST! Requirements include High School Diploma/GED, solid work history, excellent attendance record, and outstanding references. Manufacturing experience (particularly food manufacturing) is strongly preferred. Physical requirements include ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly, ability to reach/push/pull, stand/walk, and twist/bend continuously.

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The magnificent building no one wants to own

BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

A stately 1899 building that served as the Polk County Courthouse until 1975 and now sits on the National Register of Historic Places has possibly become too costly for the county to maintain.

The Polk County Board will vote June 20 on whether to donate the former courthouse, currently home to the Polk County Museum, to the Polk County Historical Society.

Members of the historical society have asked county board members to reject the proposal, saying it would push the cost of building maintenance onto the volunteer-run society.

If the resolution is approved, the county would fund the museum at $20,000 in 2018 and $10,000 in 2019, then end funding. If the historical society isn’t able to continue

operations through 2023, the title would revert back to the county. Additionally, the resolution includes a clause that would allow the county to sell the building and grounds if it receives an offer.

Allan Foxwell of Amery, vice president of the museum’s board, spoke against the proposal at the county board’s May meeting.

“They want us to have limited financial support for two years, as we’ve had,” he said.

“Then we’d be on our own for four years. If we’re not successful they’d want to take the building back and rent it, sell it or destroy it. I’m having trouble with that because we’ve worked real hard in the last few years to put the museum on the map.”

Foxwell noted that after the historical society stopped charging for admission, traffic increased by a factor of four

and total donations increased.

He added that children seem to enjoy the museum’s handson approach.

“We’ve heard stories of grandchildren putting their grandparents on trial on the top floor, then locking them up in the jail,” he said. “So somebody’s having fun there. … We want this to be a museum where we don’t say ‘Don’t touch.’ In fact we’re encouraging you to touch.”

Jason Whitley of Amery, who sits on the museum’s board, said the volunteer-run society would have a difficult time shouldering the cost of maintenance.

“I think it’s unfair for the county to put the burden on a few people in almost a clublike setting to continue to find funding for preservation, maintenance and operation of what is really the people’s museum,” he said. “We don’t have

Members of the Polk County Historical Society have asked county board members to reject a proposal to donate the former courthouse to the volunteer-run group, saying maintenance costs would be burdensome.

the financial ability to maintain that beautiful structure.”

He concluded: “A vote no on Resolution 33 is a vote yes for the museum.”

The proposal is currently under consideration by the General Government Committee and the board will consider approval at its June meeting.

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The annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics made its way through Amery Thursday, led by local participants in the State Special Olympics. The small parade made its way from Amery’s Soo Line Park to North Park, as crowds lined the sidewalks to cheer them on.

CONSULTANT: Ibarra makes recommendations, gives council credit for reaching out for help FROM PAGE ONE

vices attached to that. What are the priorities of the community?” Ibarra said, addressing the council. “Remember the budget document is not really for you, it’s for the community.

[Looking at the budget] It’s very hard to get a sense of the priorities of this organization. It’s a policy document, but it’s also a priority setting document. There are seven sets of priorities among all of you. What’s the common priority? Goals are performance magnets, they drive behavior. My observation as a third party is—what are you accomplishing and how are you satisfying the public’s expectations?”

6) Casual workplace atmosphere “The organization seems to be lacking some of the foundational policies and procedures to govern and create uniformity around how the organization is trying to function,” Ibarrra continued. “Organizations this size can become too comfortable and too familiar, and that doesn’t always breed good things. And you’re running a multi-million dollar enterprise here.”

Ibarra stressed that this would be a critical quality to be looking for a new City Administrator.

“You have to be careful that one of the aspects you’re looking for in a new City Administrator is that that person is the symbol of creating a healthy workplace culture, they should be em-

blematic of your expectations for behavior,” he said.

Ibarra also offered council members some practical reminders about how to be functional in their roles, much of

‘...one of the aspects you’re looking for in a new City Administrator is that that person is the symbol of creating a healthy workplace culture, they should be emblematic of your expectations for behavior.’

Patrick Ibarra Mejorando Group which was discussed in depth during the June 1 & 2 workshops.

“It seems that the organization would benefit from a framework for what it means to be a governing body member,” he said, suggesting that the transition from campaigning to a leadership role needed to be more clearly defined.

Ibarra did not offer the council the specific steps for action that some may have been expecting. Rather, he outlined eight separate recommendations

for the group, emphasizing that (in addition to setting the tone for workplace culture) any new City Administrator should also have a strong strategic planning background—a possible focal point of potential upcoming interviews.

Recommendations include: 1) Clarity about expectations, roles and relationships with the new City Administrator.

2) Undertake Strategic Planning.

3) Increase investment in professional development organizations.

4) Set annual goals.

5) Pursue creation of 3 to 5 year Technology Master Plan.

6) Modify Budget Request Form (necessary for City Administration to identify personnel and resource deficiencies, and adjust budgets).

7) Include goals and services in budget document.

8) New Administrator should reset workplace culture.

Referring to the council’s priorities and how any new administrator might respond to them, Ibarra offered some insight into the shortcomings between council members and former City Administrator Darcy Long.

“Obviously there are seven sets of needs, and then there is one set of needs. So how does [a City Administrator] successfully respond to your issues individually and then all of you collectively. That seemed to be an is-

sue that was not happening in a timely way in the past. From conversations, that was the primary reason that you’d gotten involved with directing staff.

Many of you mentioned you want to pull back from that. How do you pull back without losing that sense of control? Make sure that you have a trusting partnership with that new City Administrator, and that it’s reciprocal.”

Ibarra felt that his reporting would be a big benefit to any new City Administrator, offering some clues to areas where he or she might focus time and attention. He advised council members to proceed with his recommendations, including the strategic plan, with the help of that new individual.

“There was a strong appetite for seeing the city move in new directions.

That’s not going to happen without some effort being applied to think that through, and create some goals around that,” he said.

In closing, he offered the council these words.

“There’s challenges, like every community, like every organization. I give you credit that you stopped, you took a breath, you decided how can we improve what we’re doing and make better use of our time, and make better use of the public’s investment in our time and their dollars.”

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Fundraiser brings in $17,000 for hungry kids

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Unless you were the one getting dunked, the dunk tank was one of the ways people could donate and participate in the fun.

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Members of the Cattail Moon band performed for free, as did Jim Armstrong. Members of Cattail Moon work at Cardinal Glass LG, which matched cash donations of $3,500 left in a guitar case during their performance.

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Volunteers from Balsam Lutheran, Little Falls Lutheran, Trinity Lutheran and Deronda Lutheran helped provide, prepare and serve the food for the evening.

‘Backpack’ fundraiser draws large crowds The final tally wasn’t in as off press time, but

Backpack Fundraiser Chair Betty Collins estimates the event, held Friday at the Amery Fire Hall, will bring in $17,000 for the Salvation Army’s Backpack program.

The Backpack Program provides food to help meet the needs of children and families over the weekend.

Children that qualify for the free and reduced federal hot lunch program receive the backpacks.

The backpacks are filled by volunteers at several area churches.

The total amount raised this year will be close to last year’s total, according to Collins.

“Unfortunately, the need keeps growing,” Cllins said.

In addition to a meal, entertainment and games, a bake sale and silent auction were held to raise funds.

Collins would like to thank the Amery Fire Department for the use of the fire hall, the volunteers that worked tirelessly to make the event a success and the people that attended the event.

“Without all of the volunteers that gave so much of their time and efforts, the event would not be a success,” Collins said.