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‘Lifting the cloud’ of diabetes with a special dog

Change would allow ATVs, snowmobiles on Stower trail

BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

BY TOM STANGL PUBLISHER

Since her diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes in 2009, Madyi Stangl has felt that the disease has “placed a cloud” on her life — limiting her ability to travel and live life.

But that cloud has lifted, thanks to a special golden retriever named Willy.

Willy is a diabetes assistance dog that was given to Stangl by Can Do Canines, a New Hope, Minn. based non-profit organization that trains dogs to help people who live with diabetes, autism, seizures, hearing loss and mobility issues.

Madyi and Willy “graduated” in a class of 14 on June 10.

Willy can detect changes in Stangl’s blood sugar levels by scent. He alerts Madyi to high or low blood sugar levels by touching her with his paw. If she doesn’t respond, he will whine or whimper and eventually do whatever he needs to do to get her attention. He is trained to bring glucose tablets or even a

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Madyi Stangl and her diabetes assistance dog, Willy. The team graduated from training June 10, and Stangl says the dog has improved her life

cell phone to Stangl.

Recently, Stangl had a “scary” low of 34 during the night. When she failed to respond to Willy’s touches, he laid over her body until she woke up. She then checked her blood sugar levels and ate food

to bring her levels back up to normal, saving her life.

Can Do Canines has produced nearly 600 teams of dogs and their human companions since opening in 1989, according to Sarah Schaff, SEE DOG PAGE TWO

A proposed rule making its way to the Polk County Board would enable motorized vehicles on the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail. The 14mile trial from Amery to Dresser is currently open only to bike and foot traffic.

The trail’s 2004 master plan called for “management of the trail as a multi-use, multi-season trail,” according to a resolution presented to the Polk County Board June 20 for initial consideration. Among those allowable uses were all-terrain vehicles and snowmobiles.

However, citing Wisconsin statutes, a 2008 decision by the Polk County Circuit Court limited use, making the trail off limits to motorized vehicles.

Since that decision, according to the new resolution, the Wisconsin Legislature has amended a relevant statute and the Department of Natural Resources has also changed its code, prompting notice from the DNR in 2015 that the county would have to develop a new trail plan allowing motorized uses.

The resolution was presented to the county board for initial review on June 20. The earliest the board would approve it is at its July 18 meeting.

The plan commission in the Town of Osceola, through which part of the trail runs, will consider formally opposing the change with its own resolution in support of keeping motors off the Stower Trail.

FFA Shines at State Competition Amery FFA members competing in the 88th Annual State FFA Convention represented Amery well. Representatives traveled to Madison’s Alliant Energy Center for the three-day convention held June 12-15.

Amery’s Conduct of Chapter Meetings team took first statewide, earning them a trip to the National FFA Convention in October. This is the first year the FFA organizaiton has held the Conduct of Chapter Meetings contest,

and the first year that national competition will be held for it. Members were Hailey Clausen, Abby Braaten, Nick Erickson, Elli Miller, Andrew Prindle, Drew Meyer, and Jackson Mahoney.

Nick Erickson also came home with a runner-up place for his effort in Creed Speaking, as did the entire Middle School FFA Quiz Bowl team: Courtney Glenna, Deidra Meyer, Katherine Elwood, Lucy Curtis, and SEE FFA PAGE TWO

Amery FFA’s Conduct of Chapter Meetings team took first statewide, earning them a trip to the National FFA Convention in October. Members are Hailey Clausen, Nick Erickson, Jackson Mahoney, Abby Braaten, Elli Miller, Drew Meyer, and Andrew Prindle.

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Market & Johnson to manage construction of highway building

BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

The Polk County Board selected Market & Johnson to oversee planning, design and construction of the county’s new highway building, edging out Kraus-Anderson.

“We had an expert panel review both proposals and they scored almost identically,” said County Administrator Dana Frey.

But after interviews with both applicants, the project’s steering committee believed Eau-Claire-based Market & Johnson offered a few advantages.

“One was a knowledge of the area,” explained Frey. “Second, the feeling was that they’re more likely to purchase from local vendors and contractors … Third, they have a more transparent bidding process,” he explained.

Deputy County Administrator Andrea Jerrick was also able to negotiate savings between $20,000 and $40,000, according to Frey.

A screening committee will meet this month to review bids for architecture and engineering firms.

“They’re the ones who are going to tell you what you can build and help you determine the cost of what you want to build,” said Frey.

“So that’s a fairly important step.”

The county officially owns the future site of the highway facility and, according to a timeline offered by county administrators, ground will be broken on the project in late September 2017. They hope to have the building finished by October 2018.

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A rendering of very early plans for the highway building, as seen from the northwest. The Polk County Board chose Market & Johnson to oversee planning, design and construction of building,

ALISHA SCHOEBERL

Midnight Snack Alisha Schoeberl of Garfield Township woke up to these two bears making a snack of her birdfeeder.

She says, to her knowledge, this is the first time bears have visited her feeders in the eight years she’s lived there. “No more bird feeders for us,” she said.

DOG: Dogs are raised by volunteers, more are needed as trend gains popularity FROM PAGE ONE

Client Services Coordinator.

The organization can give away the dogs, which are sold by other organizations for $20,000 or more, because of volunteers and many donors, Schaff says.

Funding comes from donations from individuals, companies and grants.

Schaff reports that the organization does not receive any state or federal funds, relying solely on donations, fundraisers and bequests.

Puppies are bred in a cooperative program with other certified service dog organizations, raised by volunteers and many receive their initial training in six Minnesota and two Wisconsin pris-

ons.

Schaff notes that the prison environment is good for the dogs as well as the inmates.

“It gives dogs a 24/7 taste of what life will be like when they are working,” she says, adding that there are many studies pointing to the therapeutic benefits for the inmate handlers as well.

The organization has a screening process to find suitable candidates to match with dogs that are in the system or are in training.

It takes two years to raise and train a dog to be an assistance animal, Schaff says.

Madyi lives in Minneapolis works as the Operations Lead for the University

of Minnesota Physicians and Willy accompanies her to work as well. He even alerted a diabetic co-worker to a low blood sugar level.

Stangl grew up with dogs and reports that having Willy around is like “having a big security blanket that I carry with me all the time.” She is now more confident as well.

“Even though I’m going to continue on as this girl with this physical reminder of my disability, I’m a little prouder because I’m able to shed light on diabetes. Diabetes is an invisible illness, but it is something that needs to be seen because it’s not something to be taken lightly,” she says.

Even though Willy is a beautiful and

friendly dog, Stangl asks that people should refrain from touching him or any other assistance dog without permission of the owner.

“When we are out in public and Willy is wearing his vest, it’s important not to make eye contact or distract him,” Stangl says. “He is working for me, and if he gets distracted, he stops working and that could be dangerous.”

Schaff says that Can Do Canines is in need of volunteers to raise and train labrador, collie and poodle puppies for two years and return them to the company for further training. For more information, go to www.can-do -canines. org.

FFA: Group stood out in several categories FROM PAGE ONE

Amery representatives attending the state convention were (left to right) Meikah Dado, Katherine Elwood, Andrew Prindle, Hailey Clausen, Nick Erickson, Deidra Meyer, Drew Meyer, Lucy Curtis, Samuel Kelling, Courtney Glenna, Jackson Mahoney, Abby Braaten, Elli Miller, Thomas Christenson, Michaela Erickson, Timmy Kelling, Deanna Meyer, and Max Johnson. Missing: Kellie Kjeseth and Rylee Black.

Timmy Kelling., Alternate Samuel Kelling, and Coach Michaela Erickson.

Meikah Dado was also named a state FFA officer. She will serve as the State FFA Reporter for 2017-2018.

National delegate candidate Max Johnson was named a candidate for the National Delegation, although he was not ultimately chosen.

Deanna Meyer earned a top ten finish for Prepared Public Speaking.

The Amery FFA earned a Chapter Award of 10th Gold rating in Food For America out of 255 state chapters.

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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.

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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.

PHYLLIS KNUTSON

Loons with new babies have been active on local waters. Phyllis Knutson, who lives at Water’s Edge, captured this mother loon feeding her baby just out her back door on South Twin. It’s a shot Phyllis says she’s been trying to capture for several years, and this year she was lucky enough to get them sharing a tasty fish.

JUNE 25 Light the Marquee!

Benefit for Barry Ketz

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.

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.

JUNE 22-25 Clear Lake Heritage Days Carnival, live bands, demo derby, citywide garage sale, parade, 5k, car and snowmobile show and more. The fun starts Thursday night with a free live concert from Noah & His Band in the Heritage Days tent starting at 7 p.m. Friday’s headliner is ‘Compromise’ starting at 9 p.m. ‘The Weekenders’ get things moving in the tent on Saturday at 8 p.m., and ‘Rockman’ wraps things up Sunday at 2 p.m. Full details and event listings available at clearlakewi.com.

JUNE 23 Red Cross Blood Drive 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.

Koinonia Singers 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.

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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.

ness meeting will take place.

JUNE 30-JULY 1 Deer Park Fourth of July Celebration Come celebrate with two days of fun during Deer Park’s annual Fourth of July celebration! All the fun happens in the Village Park. Enjoy a grilled chicken dinner, bean bag tournament starting Friday at 5, followed by live music from the Stone Daisy Band and fireworks at dusk. Saturday don’t miss the annual antique parade at 10:30. Bring your old tractors, cars, bicycles or anything else you’d like to show off. Entries will be on display afterwards. Call Jerry or Charlotte to register at 715-269-5201.

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.

JUNE 26 Polk County Genealogy Society The Polk County Genealogy Society invites you to tour the Polk County Museum’s remodeled research room, Monday, June 26 at 10 a.m. From 1-2 meet at the luck museum for questions and answers about tracing your family tree. From 2-3 a web program and busi-

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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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.

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Amery Fall Festival

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

You’re invited to watch Amery’s annual fireworks display from Amery’s Soldier Field at dusk. Live entertainment will be provided by the Amery High School band during the event.

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.

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

Turtle Lake Inter-County Fair

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Mark your calendars for Amery’s annual three-day celebration. Details to be announced.

Amery Fourth of July Celebration

Turtle Lake’s annual Inter-county Fair will be held July 7-9, with three days of fun for the whole family. Details and information available at turtlelakelions.com.

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Music on the River 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.

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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 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.

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BY TOM STANGL FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK

Historians estimate that man has had a relationship with dogs dating back as long as 40,000 years ago, when wolves were domesticated by early man.

It’s a complex and multi-faceted relationship between humans and canines. Dogs can provide companionship, protection, comfort and do an amazing number of tasks.

Recently, I witnessed an exceptional display of how much dogs can do for humans.

My family attended a graduation ceremony at Can Do Canines in New Hope, Minn. My youngest daughter, Madison, and her diabetes assistance dog, Willy, were among the 14 graduPublisher ates.

Madison, or Madyi as nearly Tom Stangl everyone who knows her calls her, was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at the age of 19 when a bout of influenza triggered the disease in her body. She was attending college at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities and my wife and I lived five hours away in Northwest Iowa.

Any parent who has a child with a chronic illness will tell you that no matter how well the condition is under control, a special worry is never too far from the top of your mind.

Madyi does a great job managing her illness and has been living on her own for two and a half years.

Last fall, I saw a series of features on KARE 11 about Can Do Canines, a non-profit that trains and matches assistance dogs for a wide variety of duties at no charge. Diabetic service dogs can cost $20,000 or more and Madyi had spoken longingly about getting a dog if she won the lottery.

She applied for a dog and through a long chain of circumstances set in motion much earlier, she was quickly matched with Willy, a two year old Golden Retriever.

When diabetics are experiencing fluctuations of their blood sugar, they excrete sugar through their saliva, changing the way their breath smells. Willy has been trained to detect the difference in the smell of Madyi’s breath and alert her if she is high or low.

The longer people live with diabetes, the less sensitive they become to fluctuations in their blood sugar levels. Not catching a low can lead to serious consequences, even death.

Willy will tap Madyi with his paw if he detects something is wrong with her blood sugar levels.

He can even predict “crashes” when levels appear to be fine but drop quickly. If Madyi fails to respond, Willy becomes more insistent, whining or even putting his body on her to get her attention.

Even though they have been together for less than six months, they have formed a strong bond.

When they come to our home for a visit, Willy enjoys playing catch in our back yard, but he is always aware of Madyi’s location.

I’ve played catch with Willy. He’s good – so good that he makes me look like Dan Marino when he catches my tosses in mid air.

At graduation, we saw dogs that help folks dealing with many issues from autism to deafness to multiple sclerosis. They came in all shapes and sizes from a small papillon to standard poodles and lots of retrievers. It was a special time as many of the people who played a role in the dogs’ lives up until that point came together to celebrate the achievements.

I strongly recommend Can Do Canines as a worthy charity and a wonderful partner for people with disabilities. I’m so glad Willy is in our family.

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.

Lawmakers rise to the occasion for home bakers

BY WISPOLITICS.COM THE CAPITOL REPORT

Amid all the controversy over the state budget, lawmakers are debating another hot and sticky issue: baked goods.

The Republican Assembly speaker has even introduced legislation dubbed the “Bakery Freedom Act.” The latest round in this bake off came in late May, when LaFayette County Judge Duane Jorgenson overturned a ban on selling homemade baked goods in the state.

The judge in Darlington ruled in favor of three women who’d challenged a state law they say made it impossible for home bakers to legally sell their treats.

The Institute for Justice, a libertarian law firm, argued the women’s case against the law, which required bakers to obtain a license, submitting to inspections and paying fees.

A news release from the firm pronounced on June 1: “Wisconsin became a little freer, and a lot more delicious, after a Lafayette Circuit Court judge struck down the state’s ban on selling homebaked goods as unconstitutional.

Wisconsin was one of only two states to ban entrepreneurs like Lisa Kivirist, Kriss Marion and Dela Ends from selling cookies, cakes, muffins and breads simply because they are made in a home kitchen. The three bakers teamed up with the Institute for Justice in January 2016 to challenge the ban in state court.

“In his ruling issued … Judge Duane Jorgenson found that the ban had ‘no real or substantial connection’ to protecting the public because there was no instance of anyone ever becoming sick from an improperly baked good, despite home baked goods being legally sold in 48 states,” the news

release continued. “In addition, Judge Jorgenson found that the ban continued to exist because of the lobbying efforts of special interest groups, like the Wisconsin Bakers Association, who did not want to have to compete with home bakers.”

The Institute said under the ban, if home bakers wanted to sell even one cookie, they had to acquire a burdensome commercial license, which required spending tens of thousands of dollars to rent or build a commercial kitchen, numerous inspections and multiple fees. New Jersey is now the only state to have a similar ban.

“This is more than a win for us home-based bakers, it’s recognition for all small businesses that we have the right to earn an honest living and will not be stymied because of industry influence,” Lisa Kivirist, a Wisconsin baker who challenged the law, is quoted as saying. “I’m excited to get in my kitchen and start baking as finally Wisconsin is truly open for business.”

The sweet win in circuit court led to passage in the state Senate of a bill, authored by Sen. Sheila Harsdorf, R-River Falls, that would let people sell homemade baked goods without a license if certain requirements are met, including face-to-face sales. A similar bill passed last session, but died in the Assembly, with Speaker Robin Vos arguing it would hurt small businesses, despite the legislation gaining bipartisan support.

And this time around, the Rochester Republican is stirring the batter again with introduction of the Bakery Freedom Act, which goes significantly further than the Senate bill, SB 271.

Vos’ bill removes licensing requirements for all bakers in Wis-

consin, while SB 271 is targeted toward home bakers whose gross receipts every year are less than $25,000.

SB 271 ensures those bakers would no longer have to get a food processing license or other certifications from the state and local governments.

Vos says he opposes SB 271 and introduced his own bill because everyone should be subject to the same standards.

“I just think it’s inherently wrong that we create carve-outs for some while everybody else is expected to follow the rules,” Vos said.

Vos said he might bring up his bill directly to the floor during a planned Assembly floor session on June 21. Doing so would likely mean his bill won’t get a public hearing, unlike SB 271.

Vos said that’s “what I want to work through” as he weighs bringing the bill to the floor.

But he said people who are OK with the exemption under SB 271 should “be OK with one that is a lot greater.”

“Either you believe there’s a barrier to business entry or you don’t,” he said.

But the Institute says “the only reason the ban on home-baked goods existed was purely political,” explaining that associations representing commercial food producers have for years lobbied against so-called “cookie bills” to protect themselves from competition.

“Fortunately, protecting other businesses from competition is a wholly illegitimate government motive. Although the state may pass laws that truly protect the public health and safety, the ban on selling home-baked goods did anything but that.”

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Something must be done To the Editor, People of Amery have randomly shared with me their own and others’ problems with mammoth hospital, doctors and prescription drug bills. They were in danger of losing their farm, their business, their home because they did not have the income to sustain those bills. Respected citizens do not have the income to sustain mammoth bills to keep them well.

Our conclusion after long discussions with them was “This should never happen to anyone, but it could happen to anyone in a moment of illness — if they are not the Koch brothers, a few sheiks in Arabia or people like them. Medicine has grown so sophisticated that it has advanced beyond the common person’s ability to pay. Any of us could lose everything in an instant of illness.”

Obviously something must be done to protect ourselves. We in the United States cannot live so precariously and still call ourselves a free country.

Let us take a quick look around the world. Canada

does not have such a problem. Neither does England, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Taiwan, Australia, etc. Every other major country in the world has some variation of a single payer health system.

We once had the best medical system in the world, but we are coming down the list quickly. We once thought that others from other nations came here for the best medical care. Now a few sheiks from Arabia do; not many others.

Regarding this problem, especially the multi-billionaires are a concern. Without even feeling the pinch, any one of them could finance the single payer health care program desired by the people of California. Without even feeling the difference, two or three of them could finance the program for the whole United States. They can think of that while they sing the Star Spangled Banner at the World Series, or while they arrange to send their whole family to the Super Bowl. Incidentally, they could also

Asking for your help To the Editor, I’m writing to thank a very special group of people.

Last fall my family learned how quickly life can change. I was Black Friday shopping when my cell rang. My oldest brother, Barry Ketz, fell from his tree stand and couldn’t move. We are grateful to the many friends hunting with Barry that day who helped EMTs carry him on a backboard out of the woods to be airlifted to Regions Hospital.

Barry had surgery on his cervical spine and underwent five months of intensive therapy before returning to his rural Clayton home in April. He’s regained much use of his hands, but still lacks feeling from his chest down. He continues outpatient therapy at Courage Kenny in Stillwater, MN. He has a long road ahead, but as one of Barry’s daughters, Abbey Ketz, said, “at least we have a road.”

Thank you to the dozens of people

pay the tuition of thousands of talented students going to school this fall, put a huge dent in establishing us as a leader in the world in solar and wind energy and away from fossil fuels, maintaining the meals on wheels program for the elderly, etc. It would put you in the history books — you would be a national hero.

The people across the whole country support such changes. Millions have marched the streets and cluttered town hall meetings insisting on them.

At the very least, Sean Duffy, Paul Ryan, and Senator Johnson, please resist more tax breaks for the rich. The poor and middle class cannot sustain them. The United States will hover on becoming a third world nation if you do not.

Thomas Kessler Amery, Wis.

Harsdorf is helping long-term care who’ve spent months planning the “Benefit for BK” and to individuals and businesses who have donated supplies/food and wonderful prizes/raffle/auction items.

Please join Barry and family from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 25 at the Mumm Barn, 944 40th St., Clayton. Enjoy a meal (free will donation), cash bar, bake sale, game tables, meat raffle, gun raffle, large prize raffle, silent and live auctions. Prize photos and more info are available on Facebook, “Benefit for Barry Ketz.”

Proceeds will help with a wheelchair accessible van, home renovations and uninsured medical services and supplies.

The support and well wishes from Clayton folks as well as many neighboring community residents has been miraculous and very appreciated.

Sarha (Ketz) Baumgard, Barron, Wis.

To the Editor, The Wisconsin Health Care Association and Wisconsin Center for Assisted Living (WHCA/WiCAL) represents skilled nursing and assisted living centers across the state. On behalf of Wisconsin’s care providers and the elderly and disabled residents they serve every day, I would like to thank Senator Sheila Harsdorf for her leadership and commitment to long-term care during budget proceedings on the Joint Finance Committee. Sen. Harsdorf has played a vital role in securing critical reimbursement for long-term care facilities.

Wisconsin’s long-term care providers are currently facing a crisis in the availability of frontline caregivers. A recent statewide survey of care providers found that 1 in 7 caregiver positions remains unfi lled. Our providers have worked tirelessly to deliver quality care with limited state resources, but additional reimbursement is needed now to maintain care excellence and to ensure access for our frail elderly and disabled commu-

Trump and the environment To the Editor, President Trump’s decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Accord early this month disheartened many Americans who accept the overwhelming scientific consensus that humans significantly contribute to global climate change. In doing so, Trump also delivered a public relations victory to international competitors such as China and India, who still pledge to honor the Paris agreement to reduce carbon emissions.

By withdrawing from the agreement painstakingly forged by almost 200 countries, Trump has made the United States a rogue nation in the joint effort to prevent the worst consequences of climate change There is ample evidence, though, that even while Trump damages our international standing, he can’t stop the market forces that drive the clean energy revolution.

Coal is a prime example. Though Trump has made much political hay from the so-called ‘war on coal,’ coal’s market share is declining, paralleling the decline in the costs of wind and solar generation Meanwhile Trump attempts to prop up a

nity members.

Sen. Harsdorf’s leadership in securing resources for long-term care providers will mean more competitive wages for caregivers and will translate to better paying jobs, which will help providers fi ll open caregiver positions to provide quality care to long-term care residents.

We as a society will ultimately be judged by how we care for our elderly and disabled family members, neighbors, and loved ones. Sen. Harsdorf has shown true leadership in her efforts through the Joint Finance Committee to protect and increase funding for care services for our frail elderly and disabled populations. Wisconsin’s care providers thank Sen. Harsdorf for her commitment to long-term care.

Sincerely, John Vander Meer Executive Director Wisconsin Health Care Association Wisconsin Center for Assisted Living

RAISE family caregivers polluting, dying industry. The President is trying to undo the Obama administration’s Clean Power Plan limiting power plant carbon emissions, even though the rollback is likely to cost taxpayers billions and cause thousands of preventable deaths from increased pollution.

Americans overwhelmingly support lowering our carbon emissions. We can give meaningful assistance to those left behind by the coal industry by donating to organizations that support job training and economic diversification such as the Coalfield Development Corporation and the Just Transition Fund.

An award-winning fi lm on the real environmental, economic and health costs of coal, ‘From the Ashes,’ premieres on the National Geographic Channel on June 25. The fi lm, which lays out the adverse impacts of coal and the coal industry’s disregard for its workers’ well-being, provides much-needed perspective, beyond politics, on matters of importance to us all.

Thomas R. Smith River Falls, Wis

To the Editor, Caregiving can be an emotionally, physically and financially draining role. Across the country there are more than 15 million Americans providing unpaid care for people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. In 2016, these caregivers provided an estimated 18.2 billion hours of care valued at over $230 billion. I have been one of those caregivers. Between being a professional and personal caregiver, the balance of keeping our loved ones safe and in the least restrictive environment has been a difficult journey for me.

I am proud to support the Recognize, Assist, Include, Support and Engage (RAISE) Family Caregivers Act (s. 1028), recently reintroduced in the Senate by Senators Collins (R-Maine), Baldwin (D-WI), Murkowski (D-MN), and Bennet (R-CO). The RAISE Family Caregivers Act would provide much needed support to our na-

tion’s caregivers. Endorsed by the Alzheimer’s Association, it would facilitate the creation of national strategy to address the many issues facing caregivers, including education and training, long-term services and supports and financial stability and security.

Importantly, the RAISE Family Caregivers Act is consistent with the National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease, which seeks to expand and enhance training, education and support for caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

Please join me in asking Senator Harsdorf and others to support the RAISE Family Caregivers Act. Our families are needing much support to care for our loved Jackie Waalen Star Prairie, Wis. Alzheimer’s Association Board Member

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Amery man charged with sixth OWI makes bail, resumes drinking

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Michael A. Jacob, 47, of Amery, is now charged with his sixth OWI following a string of interactions with Amery police in the course of several days.

Authorities first arrested Jacob on June Jacob 15, after a mid-afternoon call that Jacob had allegedly arrived to purchase alcohol at Amery Express wearing underwear and no pants. Police caught up with Jacob pulling out the neighboring

Freedom station in his Ford Explorer.

According to the criminal complaint, the officer recognized Jacob from recent incidents, including checking on his welfare after passing out at a local tavern, and expressions of concern by his employer.

The complaint states that Jacob readily admitted to five previous OWI convictions, and told the officer he couldn’t perform the field sobriety tests. Once placed under arrest, Jacob had to be forcibly restrained during a non-voluntary blood draw.

At a June 15 court appearance, Judge Jeffery Anderson went above the requests of Assistant District Attorney James Rennicke, requiring a $1,000

Dresser man charged with OWI had three minors in car

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

A Dresser man has been charged after authorities allegedly stopped him while driving drunk with three juvenile relatives in his vehicle.

Police pulled over Nicholas C. Scheet, 34 of Dresser, in the area of Louisiana and Adams Streets in St. Scheet Croix Falls just before 10:30 p.m. on June 10. They reported a Scheet smelling strongly of intoxicants, and having

glossy and bloodshot eyes, and slurred speech. Reports also indicated that there were several open and empty alcohol containers in the vehicle. Scheet had four passengers, one adult and three juveniles—ages 10, 9, and 5.

Upon completion of a field sobriety test, Scheet was arrested and taken to Polk County Jail.

This is Scheet’s first alcohol-related charge. He was formally charged with three counts of Operating While Intoxicated (first offense) with a passenger under 16, a misdemeanor in Wisconsin.

cash bond for Jacob’s release with conditions he not consume alcohol. Jacob posted the bond, but failed to appear at a scheduled court appearance on June 16. He was arrested later that evening around 8:30 p.m., when police were called about a disorderly, intoxicated male walking around the parking lot of Camelot Motel wearing only his boxer briefs, shoes and socks. The room that Jacob had been renting was found with stains on the floor and a broken lamp, according to police reports.

Police reports indicate that upon his second arrest Jacob was taken to the hospital for medical clearance, but instead was admitted with a reported BAC of .39. He was booked again at the

Polk County Jail on Sunday at 12:30 p.m., and has been formally charged with felony bail jumping, disorderly conduct, and criminal damage to property. Jacob was released on a $5,000 cash bond on Monday. A preliminary hearing on all charges is scheduled for June 28.

Jacob is also facing charges fi led in St. Croix County late last month, including citations for failing to notify police of an accident, and having open intoxicants in his vehicle.

Editor’s note: Michael Jacob is a former employee of the Amery Free Press, and is no longer affiliated with Sentinel Publications or any of its newspapers.

‘Too much’ to drink injures five in Centuria crash

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Alcohol was a contributing factor in a one-vehicle crash near Centuria that sent five people to the hospital June 10.

Officers responded to the crash on Sunnyvale Lane shortly after 11 p.m.

Kyle W. Yunker, 23 of St. Croix Falls, was driving the vehicle and carrying four other passengers: Kevin Swenson, Kodi Drinken, Jenna Christensen, and Amanda Drinkman.

According to the complaint, Yunker told authorities that he’d been going too fast on the gravel road and

was ‘screwing around’ when they hit a tree. He admitted to drinking prior to the crash, and when asked how much he responded, “Too much.”

All five occupants sustained significant injuries, ranging from cuts and bruises to broken bones. Jenna Christensen required treatment at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, with possible lung injuries, a severed kneecap and other unspecific leg injuries.

Yunker has been charged with four counts of 2nd degree reckless endangerment, a class G felony, and four additional misdemeanor charges of causing injury while under the influence.

Polk County Circuit Court June 13, 2017 Luis Ayohua, 36, Grantsburg, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50.

Walter J. Baxton, 54, St. Paul, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Elmer J. Bentz, 82, Menomonie, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Wyatt J. Bergmann, 19, St. Croix Falls, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Ashley V. Bloom, 18, Balsam Lake, fail to yield right of way from stop sign, $175.30.

Brian E. Clemons, 33, Frederic, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10.

Tashena N. Dozois, 32, Turtle Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Brennon T. Eggen-Morgan, 27, Amery, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Richard M. Erdman, 43, New Richmond, operate ATV or UTV without registration plate attached as required, $162.70.

Anthony Fornetti, Victoria, MN, shoreland zoning violation, $767.50.

David W. Gaetz, 50, Amery, operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50.

Dana L. Gustafson, 54, Centuria, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Eugene A. Hanson, 86, St. Croix

Falls, illegal plass of school bus reported, $326.50.

Leif K. Herberg, 42, Frederic, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Andrew P. Hout, 21, Andover, MN, vehicle passenger fail to wear seat belt, $10.

James C. Johnson, 17, Luck, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Joel C. Kelly, 53, Burnsville, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Mary Frances E. Knuf, 23, Frederic, possess open intoxicants in MV-driver, $263.50.

Derald T. Larsen, 48, Dresser, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Quincy L. Mann, 23, St. Paul, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Mackenzie M. Martin, 21, New Richmond, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Joshua R. McCloud, 19, Amery, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50; operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Coleton J. Mitthun, 24, Frederic, burning without permit – intensive area, $175.30.

Bryan L. Mockros, 54, Circle Pines, MN, operator violate red traffic light, $175.30.

Thomas J. Mohrland, 50, Woodbury, MN, illegally operate ATV or UTV on/ in vicinity of highway, $232; operate ATV or UTV without required headgear, $162.70.

Isaac J. Muzquiz, 21, Dresser, operating while suspended, $200.50; operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Brittany L. Odenbreit, 23, Star Prairie, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Benjamin D. Olson, 30, Balsam Lake, failure of operator to notify police of accident, $389.50; operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50.

Olsons Sewer Service, Inc., Forest Lake, MN, violate Class A Hwy. weight limits, $1,675.37.

Kasey J. Ouellette, 24, Milltown, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Peterson Excavating, Inc., Scandia, MN, violate regulations for unified carrier registration system, $200.50.

Joseph V. Potter, 28, Luck, dog at large, $100.

David A. Puetz, 41, Frederic, set fire without extinguishing fire, $175.30.

Alexander B. Remsik, 27, Mequon, camping in an unauthorized area, $175.30.

David D. Rudesill, 40, Frederic, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Jerilyn J. Schaffhausen, 53, Scandia, MN, failure to yield right of way, $175.30.

Daniel J. Schwarz, 35, Ellsworth, operate boat without valid cert. number, $232.

Chad M. Shires, 44, Siren, speeding

in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Ginger M. Sierras, 42, Cumberland, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Darin A. Smith, 37, Dresser, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30.

Robert W. Soderberg, 65, St. Croix Falls, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Adam D. Solfest, 26, Frederic, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

David G. Sterner, 47, Farmington, MN, improperly operate ATV or UTV on public property, $232.

Nicholas R. Sundboom, 35, Minneapolis, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (1115 mph), $175.30.

Nash M. Unze, 18, Forest Lake, MN, fish without license – R, $192.70.

Diane K. Ulzman-Oneill, 58, Blaine, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Nicholas L. Wilson, 34, Rice Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Myaann N. Wundrow, 17, Amery, dog at large, $100.

Nicholas T. Zontelli, 32, Amery, hit and run – property adjacent to highway, $263.50; failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10.

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Municipal Court Acticity

Amery Area Municipal Court was held in Amery on Wednesday, June 14, 2017. The following cases were heard: City of Amery— Jeremiah D. Alling, 31, Amery, operate without valid license, $124.

Rebecca A. Blanchard, 54, Colfax, improper right turn, $98.80.

Megan E. Carlson, 30, Amery, non-registration of auto, $98.80.

Dustin J. Ferguson, 22, Amery, operate motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Jacob S. Hanacek, 29, Amery, operating after suspension, $124.

Cheryl A. Hawkins, 54, Luck, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $98.80.

Dixie L. Helders, 74, Baldwin, unsafe lane deviation, $98.80.

17 year old, Turtle Lake, trespass, $187.

17 year old, Balsam Lake, truancy, $92.50; truancy, $92.50.

Mariah R. Schlosser, 20, Amery, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Matthew T. Weiss, 25, Middleton, non-registration of auto, $98.80.

Village of Clear Lake— Stephanie L. Beyer, 35, Rice Lake, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Dylan S. Davidson, 18, Clear Lake, underage drinking – possess 17-20, $187.

Michael S. Dietz, 54, Rochester, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Timothy M. Dunford, 24, Fredrick, MD, exceeding

06/09/2017 – 06/15/2017 06/09/17, 10:45AM, Assist other agency 06/09/17, 11:22AM, Motor vehicle accident 06/09/17, 05:20PM, Assist local business 06/09/17, 07:20PM, Drug activity 06/09/17, 08:17PM, Motor vehicle accident 06/09/17, 10:34PM, Suspicious activity 06/09/17, 11:28PM, Animal control call 06/10/17, 06:15AM, Juvenile call 06/10/17, 11:30AM, Mental health call 06/10/17, 06:24PM, Assist other agen-

speed zones (25-29 mph), $174.40.

Julie A. Elmer, 46, Clear Lake, inattentive driving, $111.40.

Anna J. Finnerty, 20, Turtle Lake, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Abdinuur M. Geedi, 25, Barron, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph, $124; operating after suspension, $124.

Robert D. Jackson, 70, St. Paul, MN, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Andrew C. Johnson, 34, Rice Lake, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Lauren D. Jordan, 29, Rockton, IL, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20.

16 year old, Amery, speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20.

Kathryn A. Krasean, 31, Hayward, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Douglas C. Lamoureux, 45, Mankato, MN, exceeding speed zones (25-29 mph), $174.40.

Andrew D. Larson, 20, Shell Lake, operate motor vehicle without insurance, $124; non-registration of auto, $98.80.

Peter J. Lecuyer, 27, Stillwater, MN, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $149.20.

Dallas J. Marshall, 20, Elk Mound, fail to stop at stop sign, $98.80.

Jennifer C. Olson, 28, Mahtomedi, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Jordan A. Ramis, 18, Clear Lake, underage drinking – possess 17-20 $187.

Logan M. Raschick, 18, Clear Lake, underage drinking – procures 17-20, $376; underage drinking – procures 17-20, $376; underage drinking – procures

Nicholas A. Birrenbach, 26, Balsam Lake was arrested May 23 for failure to appear.

Danielle D. Puig, 23, Knapp, Wis. was arrested on June 5 for a failure-to-appear warrant.

Eric W. Larson, 27, Star Prairie was arrested on June 7 for a Department of Corrections warrant.

Ashley M. Young, 26, New Richmond was arrested on June 7 for a Department of Corrections warrant and a St. Croix County warrant.

Jordan F. Tirrel, 30, Frederic was arrested on June 5 for OWI 3 and PAC 3.

Nicholas C. Scheet, 34, Dresser was arrested on June 10 for OWI 1 with passenger under 16, and PAC 1.

Dalton K. Sawyer, 18, Balsam Lake was arrested on June 6 for attempted theft and party to a crime.

Cole T. Koehler, 23, Clayton was arrested on June 7 for possession of meth, possession of drug paraphernalia and a Department of Corrections warrant.

Maurice J. Hanson, 24, Clear Lake

A plea of Not Guilty was entered by the following: Amery juvenile, curfew violation, $73.60.

Amery juvenile, 2 violations of truancy, $185.

Sarah Hassan, Amery, possession of controlled substances, $376.

Lawrence Boumeester, Hudson, speeding (15 over), $98.80.

Daniel Brauer, Mason, speeding (18 over), $124.

Tracy Hildebrandt, Maplewood, MN, speeding (26 over), $174.40.

Clear Lake juvenile, disorderly conduct, $250.

Mirdalys Tweeton, Maplewood, MN, speeding (17 over), $124.

JUVENILES: 16 year old, Amery, truancy, $92.50.

16 year old, Star Prairie, truancy, $92.50.

15 year old, Amery, trespass, $187.

15 year old, Amery, truancy, $92.50.

15 year old, Amery, truancy, $92.50.

Amery Police Report

cy 06/10/17, 07:45PM, Juvenile call 06/10/17, 08:23PM, Assault report 06/10/17, 09:38PM, Traffic complaint 06/11/17, 02:00AM, Suspicious activity 06/11/17, 02:56PM, Assist other agency 06/11/17, 04:54PM, Traffic complaint 06/11/17, 07:51PM, K9 Officer request to assist other agency 06/11/17, 11:16PM, Suspicious activity 06/12/17, 07:28AM, Suspicious activity 06/12/17, 01:10PM, Assist other agency

Polk County Arrest Reports Polk County Sheriff’s Department Monday, June 12, 2017

17-20, $376.

Chad E. Ruff, 39, Clayton, non-registration of auto, $98.80.

Alysa D. Schwochert, 19, Osceola, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

John D Thoennes, 50, New Richmond, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $98.80.

Sasha M. Tiberg, 25, Somerset, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

Hannah C. Urbanski, 19, Turtle Lake, exceeding speed zones (16-19 mph), $124.

was arrested on June 7 for felony bail jumping.

Daniel L. Berg, 52, Milltown was arrested on June 9 for domestic battery, false imprisonment and warrants.

Nathaniel J. V. Ringstad, 17, Clayton was arrested on June 10 for disorderly conduct and criminal damage to property.

Jeffrey C. Zacco, 58, Luck was arrested on June 10 for felony bail jumping, operating after revocation (4th) and failure to install ignition interlock device.

Nedra P. Bland, 26, Maple Grove, Minn. was arrested on June 11 for disorderly conduct and possession of marijuana.

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.

06/12/17, 02:45PM, Vehicle lockout 06/12/17, 03:20PM, Disturbance 06/12/17, 05:33PM, Animal control call 06/12/17, 09:05PM, Assist other agency 06/13/17, 12:15AM, Suspicious activity 06/13/17, 11:05AM, Vehicle lockout 06/13/17, 04:40PM, Report of fraud 06/13/17, 04:49PM, Noise complaint 06/13/17, 05:48PM, Assist other agency 06/13/17, 08:42PM, Assist other agency 06/14/17, 05:11AM, Suspicious activity

06/14/17, 01:35PM, Suspicious activity 06/14/17, 03:17PM, Intoxicated person 06/14/17, 06:27PM, Mental health call 06/14/17, 08:15PM, Assist citizen 06/14/17, 09:31PM, Assist citizen 06/14/17, 11:30PM, Suspicious activity Arrests: Michael A. Jacob, 47 of Amery, Operating Motor Vehicle While Under the Influence 6th, Bail jumping

Attempted homicide charge dropped in 2016 brawl case

BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

Charges of attempted homicide, drug possession and resisting an officer were dropped for former Osceola resident Paul Krueger last Friday when Polk County Judge Jeffery Anderson accepted what appears to be a plea deal.

Krueger pleaded Krueger guilty to a felony count of aggravated battery and one count of “jumping bail,” or violating the terms of his bond. The remaining charges were dismissed.

Krueger had allegedly beaten an-

other Osceola man severely enough to require hospitalization in February 2016, but had challenged the attempted homicide charge. His trial, originally scheduled for last November, was delayed as lawyers for both the prosecution and defense changed hands, finally settling early this year with a prosecutor from the St. Croix County District Attorney’s Office, Edward Minser, and attorney Matthew Krische for the defense.

Neither attorney responded immediately to a request for more information on the outcome of Friday’s hearing.

A five-day jury trial scheduled for July 10 is no longer necessary.

Krueger’s sentencing is scheduled for August 17.

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100 Years Ago June 14, 1917 Boosts City Beautiful C. O. Danielson, one of Amery’s real boosters and one of our most progressive businessmen, has done much in the past few years toward making Amery a “City Beautiful”, but we believe that his latest idea, Highland Park, with its beautiful artificial lake surrounded with trees and shrubbery will prove his most commendable accomplishment, and will be a beautiful and fitting entrance to Highland Avenue, Mr. Danielson’s addition to the village of Amery. His work should be an example to us all.

For many years that part of what is now Highland Park, lying nearest the road, has been an eye sore to the community and an exceedingly bad advertisement for Amery, but through the efforts of Mr. Danielson and his liberal expenditure of time and money it will hereafter be pointed to with pride by our citizens and be the object of much favorable comment by visitors.

Join the Good Roads Movement At a meeting of the Automobile Club last Friday evening at the Rest Rooms it was decided to pull off a good roads day on Tuesday, June 19th, at which time every citizen of Amery and surrounding country as well as every member of the Auto Club will be asked to get out with shovels and hose and work on the roads within a radius of five miles of Amery. A working program will be formulated so that the greatest good may be accomplished and every citizen within five miles of Amery in every direction is requested and earnestly urged to be on hand at seven o’clock of the 19th.

Call up some member of the Auto Club and ask for particulars and arrange your own work so as to be with us on that day. It is getting together for mutual benefit.

Don’t stand back and let your neighbor do it. Don’t say that you haven’t time. Don’t say you won’t come because the Amery Auto Club started the movement. But come, get together and do your part towards making this concerted good roads day such a grand success that others will follow and the movement can be made a regular annual institution.

There is much to do, but many hands make light work and we should all feel personally responsible when a matter of such vital, universal importance is at stake.

Dinner will be served to the crews at noon and all details for the convenience of the workers will be attended to by and at the expense of the A.A.A.

Fishing for Sunfish on the Apple River Thomas Paulson (left) about 4 years old and Gary Knerr (right), 8 years old, are pictured above watching the fishing bobber for any movement to indicate if any fish were on the line. Gary says last weeks photo was probably taken in 1950 and he remembers vividly the wooden dock, the fishing boats along the shore and the exciting times fishing along the river in his youth. Today, Tom Paulson is a retired dentist in Manitowoc and Gary is a practicing dentist in Bakersfield, California.

respected resident of this community, was drowned in the Apple River near the Amery bridge Monday at about 1:20 p.m. She had been gone from the home of her son, Fred Christiansen but a short time when she was seen to fall from the embankment into the river and although Walter Pauling plunged into the river without hesitation and brought her to shore, life was extinct. She has been subject to dizzy spells and it is thought that she was overtaken by dizziness and fell from the embankment.

85 Years Ago June 23, 1932 Amery Planning Harvest Fair The Amery Community Club, under the direction of Dr. C. A. Nelson president, and his board of directors are making extensive plans for a greater Amery Community Club.

The July meeting is looked forward to with great anticipation owing to the fact that plans for a fall harvest festival will be taken up and it is expected that the July meeting will be as important as any meeting during the year.

The Amery businessmen have shown a desire to feature a real Community Fair this fall with prizes for home economics, fancy work, grains, seeds, etc. In fact, a good Old Fashioned Harvest Festival is planned.

Now altogether let’s make Amery such a brightspot that everyone will want to live in this community.

70 Years Ago June 26, 1947 Third Annual Air Show July 27

90 Years Ago June 23, 1927 Pioneer Woman Drowned Mrs. Christian Christiansen for over fifty years a loved and

Sunday, July 27 is the date set for the gala third annual Amery Air Show. Plans are underway to have another gigantic, free celebration at the Amery Airport under the joint sponsorship of the American

Legion and the Amery Flying club.

Attended by thousands during the past two years, this show will contain many of the awe-inspiring exhibitions of years past with a few new ones added.

A noted speaker of the day will be secured, which at the present time appears to be none other than presidential candidate, the Hon. Harold E. Stassen.

Another feature of the day will be the large horse-pulling contests with liberal cash prizes. Present plans call for the appearance of one of the most rare modes of travel by air, the helicopter.

All Fishermen Must Now Have Licenses The new general fishing license law, now in effect, requires that everyone between the ages of 18 and 65 who fishes by any method or with any equipment must buy a $1 fishing license.

The conservation department said today that there as yet has been little evidence that the cane pole fisherman appreciate that they must have a license this year but fishing license sales are expected to boom in the coming weeks.

65 Years Ago June 12, 1952 Plan “Open House” for 50th Milestone Half a century of telephone service to this community will be noted by the Amery Telephone Company in Amery, Friday, June 13.

The month of June marks 50 years since the original “Amery Electric Company” was incorporated. Since those early days when the list of subscribers totaled 55, the exchange has grown to approximately 1,200 subscribers.

Founded by the late George F. Griffin, the company originally provided electrical current

in addition to their telephone service. The firm has always been in charge of a member of the Griffin family since its inception.

This is the first time the entire new building of the concern, completed in 1948, will be open for inspection.

Council Acts to Meet Protests Faced with the perplexing problem of dogs and their control, Amery city council members gathered for their June meeting and enacted a new ordinance to cope with conditions.

The newly drafted ordinance will fine dog owners from $1 to $25 and costs for each dog found straying off their home premises unattended. With each offense, the fine is to graduate up the scale.

Previously, city ordinance empowered the police to compound stray dogs. Without a pound, city officials were powerless to carry out this threat and the cost of maintaining a pound was deemed excessive.

60 Years Ago June 20, 1957 Two Tornadoes Pound This Area Tornadic winds whipped through this section of the countryside Sunday and Monday evenings and wreaked havoc with a number of barns, buildings and trees. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries despite the tremendous power exhibited by the storm.

Few people noticed the funnel that swept down and touched ground momentarily about 8:20 p.m., Sunday evening. Damage was confined to a shed back of the Madden building on the east side of main street being planted on top of the cleaning room of L. Michael & Son. Apparently confined to an area from Star Prairie on the south to north Rane, the Monday storm brought down in the vicinity of 10 barns. Both storms traveled the usual tor-

nado path in this area – from southwest to northeast.

Trees bore the brunt of wind in the city with many large ones being uprooted. Along with them came power lines and other damage.

Soo Line Park and the main street looked like the city dump used to, following the big blow.

Many branches and other litter cluttered up the countryside.

Ervin Nelson poked his head out of the Johnson Drug’s new building Sunday as the wind passed down the alley. “I couldn’t close it and the wind almost pulled me out,” he commented.

At the same time another party was seeking shelter in the front of the store and they couldn’t pry open the unlocked doors.

Chuck Dean can verify the power of the wind upon boats. It ripped his boat from the mooring on Lake Wapogasset and deposited the boat and motor in separate spots.

Many boats were accorded the same treatment.

The last noteworthy twister to pass through this part of the country was back on Mother’s Day, May 1953. This particular one will be long remembered for it passed down main street and wrecked many homes in addition to farm buildings.

40 Years Ago June 23, 1977 Stop Lights Added on Keller Ave. and Birch St. Friday, if all goes according to schedule, stoplights at the intersection of Keller Avenue and Birch Street will begin flashing but it will only be a prelude to the big day when the installation is expected to become fully operational.

Drivers will notice few changes in driving patterns over the weekend with lights facing Keller scheduled to flash amber and lights on Birch St. flashing red.

On Monday, from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., the main intersection in town will be governed by the stoplights.

“We urge persons to show caution when driving through the intersection,” a spokesman for the state highway department said in Amery on Wednesday. “Old driving habits are difficult to break and it will take a few weeks before persons are acquainted with the system.

A pedestrian light will permit pedestrians to cross Keller Ave. once they activate the “walk button”. Pedestrian islands have been retained in the center of Keller Ave. walkways and also have “walk buttons” in case someone is stranded midway across the street.

Police Chief Mike Holmes today reminded motorists that pedestrians still have the right of way in other cross walks in the city.

“We will be cracking down on pedestrian jay walking,” declared the chief. “Besides being illegal, jay walking poses a serious safety problem and impedes the flow of traffic.”

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Off to Italy!

Twelve Amery High School (AHS) students and recent graduates, and two adult travelers left this past Friday, June 16, for a 9-day tour through Italy with Group Leader, AHS English teacher Lisa Ruehlow and adult chaperone Lisa McBrayer.

The trip to Italy has been two and half years in the making for Ruehlow and the students, some of whom were only freshman when they signed on for the experience.

The 12 AHS student travelers are: Rachel Anderson, Brittany Anderson, Katelin Bensen, Gabrielle Brandt, Isabella Byrnes, Isaac Gorres, Alliana Hoyer, Lucas Grimsby, Jenesis Gustafson, Johanna Knutson, Connor McBrayer, and Micah Sykes. Adult travelers Paula and Karleen Stevens also joined the tour.

The group will travel through EF Educational Tours, which has been working toward one global mission for over 50 years, “Opening the world through education.” EF works with over one million students every year to transform their perspectives on the world, and they have over 500 offices worldwide, including Italy.

It was Ruehlow’s hope to share with students the experience of learning about another part of the world, another culture, and new perspectives through travel and through experiencing another part of the world.

She hopes to open students to a wider world-view.

When Ruehlow was in college, her opportunities to study abroad, “simply

opened my perspective in ways that books, movies, and other studies were not able to,” she says. She traveled to Italy, Greece, and Crete for a January intertim while at St. Olaf College.

Doerfler, Mr. Kuchta, and the Amery School Board agreed.

As the group journeys through Milan, Pisa, Venice, Florence, Assisi, Pompeii, and Rome, they will discov-

Pictured in the back row: Gabriella Brandt, Lucas Grimsby, Johanna Knutson, Alliana Hoyer, Katie Bensen. Front row: Mrs.Ruehlow, Micah Sykes, Rachel Anderson, Isabella Byrnes, Mrs. Lisa McBrayer. Traveling but not pictured: Brittany Anderson, Isaac Gorres, Jenesis Gustafson, Connor McBrayer, Paula Stevens, and Karleen Stevens.

And she also studied in Asia for six months during a term in the Far East.

Through these experiences, she says she “gained new appreciation for my life in the United States, and I looked at our interconnected world in new ways; I wanted to offer similar opportunities to our AHS students who might not otherwise have the opportunity to travel because they were not part of one of our French or Spanish language programs at our high school.” Mr.

er the regional traditions, the unique sights and the vibrant culture of Italy.

Venice’s canals make this city like no other on Earth. In Venice, when you take a taxi, it’s a boat ride! In Florence, history and culture are one and the same – the Duomo, built during the Renaissance, symbolizes a major turning point in Western civilization. And Florence museums hold the best Renaissance art in Europe. The Roman Colosseum reminds us of the ancient

empire’s crucial role in shaping our world, and The Vatican’s Sistine Chapel holds Michelangelo’s crowing Last Judgment.

Some of the highlights of their tour will be expertly guided tours through Venice, Pisa, Florence, Assisi, Pompeii, Rome (by day and by night), the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel.

They’ll experience authentic Italian meals, gondola rides on the canals in Venice, see St. Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace, and a glass-blowing demonstration. They’ll visit the Duomo in Florence, watch the Florence sunset from the Piaza Michelangelo, walk through excavated Pompeii Roman ruins, and pose by Rome’s famous Trevi Fountain. And they’ll talk with local guides and local residents of towns they’ll visit along the way.

EF Educational Tours is fully accredited, just like school, so students can earn credit by taking an EF tour and completing required coursework.

High school credits are at no cost, while there is a fee for college credit.

Two students on the current 2017 tour are planning to pursue college credit as a result of their trip, and several are considering work on projects that will help them earn distinction as Global Scholars at Amery High School.

Ruehlow has set up a blog that she plans to update with pictures and brief summaries of their daily adventures on tour. If you would like to follow along with their 9-day trip through Italy, go to: AHS2017Italy.wordpress.com for updates.

Woman killed in Four days of music, fun during Clear Lake Heritage Days Thursday morning fire

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Citing lack of positive identification from the Medical Examiner’s office, Polk County authorities have yet to release a victim’s name following a fatal early morning house fire in Apple River Township Thursday. But as of Tuesday morning, prelimary information is that the victim is suspected to be 71-year-old Bette M. Posey.

Officials responded to a “fully engulfed” residential house fire at 760 150th Avenue, Apple River Township on Thursday morning at 6:11 a.m.

Upon arrival, Apple River Fire Department requested Amery Fire Department to assist with the fire. The Apple River and Amery Fire Departments were able to extinguish the blaze; however the home was completely destroyed.

Polk County Investigators, along with the assistance of the State Department of Criminal Investigation Arson Investigation Unit responded to the scene. During the course of their search, it was discovered that one person had died in the home. According to information released by the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Red Cross, the individual was a female.

According to the Sheriff’s office, the victim was transported to the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office for an autopsy. Captain Dale Hall reports that the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

Members of the Apple River Fire Department, Amery Fire Department, Amery Municipal Ambulance Service, Polk County Medical Examiner’s Office, and the State of Wisconsin Department of Criminal Investigation Arson Investigation Unit, assisted the Polk County Sheriff’s Department with this investigation.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

The Clear Lake Community Club is gearing up for its annual celebration of all things Clear Lake, Wis. Clear Lake Heritage Days 2017 has something for the whole family to enjoy, including four days of music and entertainment at the Heritage Days tent, starting Thursday with ‘Noah & His Band’ at 7 p.m.

Rock music from ‘The Compromise’ is on tap for Friday night starting at 9. ‘The Weekenders’ bring a little bit of everything from

the ‘50s to the ‘90s on Saturday night starting at 8. And Sunday, ‘Rockman’ keeps things moving during the 12th annual Car, Truck, Motorcycle, Tractor, and Vintage snowmobile show from 11-2.

But great music is just the start.

Wristband specials for both Thursday and Friday make Earl’s Rides a bargain for the whole family.

While you’re there, Friday’s sawdust pile, petting zoo, and pedal tractor pull are also a must see.

Other main attractions include

the ever-popular grand parade Saturday at 11, followed by the demolition derby and music from 2-7 at the Clear Lake Park Chalet.

The coronation of Miss Amery takes place Saturday at 8. And all weekend long enjoy the medallion hunt, plant sale, dunk tank and more.

Don’t miss Clear Lake’s annual Heritage Days, this weekend June 22-25 in Clear Lake. Complete schedule of events can be found online at clearlakewi.com.

Big Birds!

Reprsentatives from the University of Minnesota Raptor Center made a visit to the Amery Public Library on Thursday. It was a packed house as youngsters got an up-close look at a bald eagle, owl and more. The Amery Public Library offers free family shows throughout the summer on Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. Photos by Bob Johnson.

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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 Sunday, June 25: 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time; 10:15 a.m.

Holy Worship.

Tuesday, June 27: 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 21: 11:30 am. Family Table; 6:45 p.m.

Money Management Class.

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

Friday, June 23: 9 a.m. Pastoral Leaders; 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining Hall opens.

Sunday, June 25: 10 a.m. Worship; 11:15 a.m. Missions & Social Concerns meeting.

June 18-22: 5:30 p.m. VBS hosted by First Lutheran.

Monday, June 26: 9:30 a.m. Senior Dining; 7 p.m. Boy Scouts.

Tuesday, June 27: 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 Sunday, June 25: 11 a.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. NUIC Softball game vs. East Immanuel at East Field, Jorgenson fields 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 21: 5:30 p.m. VBS at First Lutheran.

Thursday, June 22: 5:30 p.m. VBS at First Lutheran.

Friday, June 23: 7 p.m. Koinonia Singers.

Sunday, June 25: 10 a.m. Worship; 2 p.m. Labyrinth Tea Party; 6 p.m. Financial Peace University.

Tuesday, June 27: 9 a.m. Quilting.

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.

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.”

—Luke 9:24 NIV

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

Thursday, June 22: 8 a.m. Bible Study at Ida’s; 8:30 a.m.

Quilters; 7 p.m. Al Anon.

Sunday, June 25: 9 a.m. Worship.

Tuesday, June 27: Women’s Bible Study at Dodie’s.

FIRST LUTHERAN (LCMC), 811 South Ave. W, Clear Lake www.firstluthclearlake.com Bryan S. Anderson, pastor June 22-25: Clear Lake Heritage Days.

Sunday, June 25: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10 a.m. Traditional Worship; 11 a.m. Fellowship.

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

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

FOREST UNITED METHODIST, John Hazen, pastor Sunday: 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 Thursday, June 22: 9 a.m. Little Falls Quilting.

Sunday, June 25: 8 a.m. Worship; 4-7 p.m. WELCA Pie Social; 5:30 p.m. NUIC Softball game vs. East Immanuel at East Field, Jorgenson fields.

See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.little fallschurch.net LIVING WORD CHAPEL, Hwy 64 at Forest Randy Dean, pastor Sunday: 8:45-9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10 am. Main service.

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

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

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AREA CHURCHES CONTINUED . . .

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 21: 12 p.m. Men’s Table Talk; 1:30 p.m.

Special Friend’s Communion; 6:15 p.m. Evening Prayer Group; 6:30 p.m. BRB. Thursday, June 22: 8:15 a.m. Weigh In; 8:30 a.m. Bible Study; 7 p.m. Western Wisconsin Lymes meeting.

Friday, June 23: Ox Lake campers return home!

Saturday, June 24: 7-10 p.m. AA Group meeting.

Sunday, June 25: 9 a.m. Worship service with Holy Communion; 10:30 a.m. Bible Study (Haggai).

Tuesday, June 27: 1 p.m. Quilting; 6:30 p.m. Church Council.

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

Monday, June 26: 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: Wednesday, June 21: 9:30 a.m. Staff meeting, No Prayer Shawl meeting; June 21-July 4: Fortnight for Freedom; Sunday, June 25: 6:45 p.m. Softball game.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Forest, John Wilman, pastor June 22-25: LWML National Convention in Albuquerque, NM. Thursday, June 22: 1 p.m. Bible Study.

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

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, Deer Park, John Wilman, pastor June 22-25: LWML National Convention in Albuquerque, NM. Sunday, June 25: 9 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; 9:30 a.m. Worship.

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

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

Mid-week service: Wednesday 7 p.m.

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The Fiddle Masters will perform Friday Festival Theatre will host a special presentation of ‘Fiddle Masters’ at the Alliance Church of the Valley in St. Croix Falls, this Friday, June 23 at 7:30 p.m.

Top musicians from around the country have come to teach at Brian Wicklund's fiddling camps and perform in bluegrass concerts. This year features Brian Wicklund, fiddlers Shauncey Ali, Eric Christopher, Natalie Padilla, and Katie McNally, mandolinist Matt Flinner, guitarist Mike Cramer, and bassist Kevin Rowe.

Concert goers are encouraged to arrive as early as an hour before showtime to enjoy hot and cold beverages, and a welcoming atmosphere. All proceeds from Alliance's concession sales will go to their fundraiser for "Feed our Starving Children." Seating will begin a half hour before each showtime.

Check the website for pricing soon, as seats will be filling up fast. Tickets can be purchased at FestivalTheatre.org, by emailing festivaltheatreboxoffice@ gmail.com or by calling the box office at 715-483-3387.

Lighthouse Center plans Open House Open House at the Lighthouse Center, 315 S. Main St., Rice Lake, will be on Saturday, June 24 from 5-7 p.m. with music to follow. There will be free food and drawing throughout the time.

The Lighthouse Center is open to the public with live music and fellowship every Saturday from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. There are also other activities during the week We would like everyone to come join us and check it out and let us know what you think. For more information call 715-790-3665.

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 21: 9 am. Trinity Quilting; Noon WELCA Summer get together at Village Pizzeria.

Sunday, June 25: 9:30 a.m. Worship; 5:30 p.m. NUIC Softball game vs. East Immanuel at East Field, Jorgenson fields See our website for up-to-date scheduling www.trinity lutheranchurchofamery.com UNITED COVENANT, 348 5th St. NW, Clear Lake Dan Pearson, pastor Wednesday, June 21: 6 p.m. CREW Hangout at UCC. June 22-24: Clear Lake Days.

Sunday, June 25: 8:30 a.m. Worship Team 4 practice; 10 a.m. Worship service.

June 25-29: LBBC Trailblazer’s.

Tuesday, June 27: 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.

WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP, Clear Lake Patricia and Harlen Wienke, pastors Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship.

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

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study.

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

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DEATH NOTICE Bette Maye Posey, 71, rural Amery, died Thursday, June 15 at her home.

Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 21, from Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery. A private burial will be at the Balsam Lutheran Cemetery.

Visitation will be 1 hour prior to services at the funeral home.

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

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

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Sandra J. Losness

Luverne J. “Skip” Reding

Richard (Dick) Olson

Sandra Janet Losness died on June 13, 2017 in Amery.

She was born in the Amery Hospital on June 20, 1937, to Walter and Bernelda Fraipont. She graduated from Amery High School in 1955 and was a graduate of the College of St. Catherine.

She married Dennis Losness at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Feb. 13, 1958.

Seven children were born to this union, all of whom survive. They are: Jon (Susan) Losness of Rochester, Minn., Julie (Kevin) Prax of Cottage Grove, Minn., Ann (Jim) Hogan of Plymouth, Iowa, Paula (Dan) McDonald of Hudson, Wis.; Peter of Denver, Colo., Katie (Evan) Larson of Austin, Minn., and Tom (Mary) Losness of Maplewood, Minn.

Also surviving is her brother, Walter Fraipont (Valerie) of South Pasadena, Calif., and her sister, Judy Tyler of Minneapolis; sister-in-law, Bonita Morse (Bob) and 20 grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Kelly, Bryan, Megan, Michael, Matthew, Nick, Joe, Erik, Jacob, Becky, Jolie, Soren, Alex, Ethan, Elizabeth, Bobby, Joey, Greyson, Aubrey and Finn.

She was preceded in death by her father and mother, grandchildren Miranda and Michael and great-grandson James.

Her husband, children and grandchildren were the joy of her life. She was an amazing example to all of us. She spent 59 loving years with Dennis, her husband and best friend, by her side.

Funeral services were at 11:00 am on Friday, June 16, 2017 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery. A visitation was the hour before the service at the church.

Burial was in the Amery Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to either St. Joseph Catholic Church or the Amery Area Public Library.

To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute visit www.williamsonwhite.com.

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

Luverne John "Skip" Reding of Red Wing, died Monday June 12, 2017 at The Bluffs in Lake City. Skip was born October 21, 1928 in St Paul, MN to John and Nellie (O'Keefe) Reding. He graduated from Red Wing High School.

On October 3, 1950 he was united in marriage to Margery Opem. He farmed in Burnside Township for a number of years before moving his family to Red Wing where he was employed, and later owned and operated Wilson Hardware.

In retirement Skip and Marge moved to Amery, WI where they resided for many years. Marge died May 16, 2003. In 2013 Skip returned to Red Wing where he lived at the Downtown Plaza, and since October had been a resident of the The Bluffs in Lake City.

He was member of the Church of St Joseph, Knights of Columbus, Red Wing Elks BPOE#845 and was a volunteer fireman for 20 years. He enjoyed his time at the lake, fishing, reading and playing cards.

He is survived by his children Tom (Char) Reding of Dunnellon FL, Jean (Jay) Jensen of Rochester, Pete (Peggy) Reding of Hutchinson, Paul (Lori) Reding of Red Wing, and Father Michael Reding of St Louis Park; 13 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and special friend June Thumann.

He was preceded in death by his wife, two sons, Jim and Bob; one brother Bernard and two sisters Jeanelle McNamara and Majella Knaup.

Mass of Resurrection was at 11 am, Friday, June 16, 2017 at the Church of St Joseph with Father Michael Reding presiding, Burial will be at the Amery Cemetery in Amery WI. Visitation will be from 5 to 7pm Thursday, June 15 at Mahn Family Funeral Home, Bodelson-Mahn Chapel and at the church one hour prior to the service. Memorials are preferred to the Church of St Joseph, or the donor’s choice.

On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.mahnfamilyfuneralhome.com.

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Nora Patricia Ommundson, age 79 of Amery, passed away on June 13, 2017 at the Golden Age Manor in Amery. She was born on March 18, 1938 in Ireland where she lived until moving to the U.S. at the age of 25.

Nora was united in marriage to John Ommundson in Rochester, MN and to this union four children were born. She enjoyed fishing, walking, going to the casinos, and playing cards.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John; a son, Oscar and other relatives and friends.

Nora is survived by her daughters, Mary Ommundson (Mike) and Tammy; son, Sean; grandchildren, Austin, Coda Lee and Lani Jane, and one great grandchild, as well as other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were at 3:30 pm on Friday, June 16, 2017 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home Chapel.

A visitation was held from 3:00 to 3:30 pm prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will take place at the Fort Snelling National Cemetery.

To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute visit www.williamsonwhite.com.

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

Bette Maye Posey, age 71 of Amery, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 15, 2017. She was born on October 4, 1945 in Minnesota. She grew up in Hackensack, Minnesota and was “Paul Bunyan’s Sweetheart” in high school. Bette loved watching wildlife in her yard and on the lake. She loved floating in the lake in the summer, and loved Betty Boop and Elvis Presley.

Bette was preceded in death by her parents, husband Melvin and brothers Rodney Anderson and Bob Anderson.

She is survived by her three beautiful daughters, Wendy (Patrick) Tourville, Pamela (Ronnie) Van Erp and Patti (Jim Ringer) Linder; her many grandchildren, Natashia Van Erp, Misty Posey-Nichols, Britney Van Erp, Nicholas Van Erp, Brandon Van Erp, Tyler Linder, Cameron Van Erp, Ronnie Van Erp Jr., Anthony Van Erp, Alanis Van Erp and Alexis Van Erp; great grandchildren, Delilah Van Erp, Hunter Nichols-Wall, Laney Collins, and Reagan Van Erp, her longtime boyfriend Davy Davis as well as many other loving relatives and friends. Bette will be greatly missed by her family and many other people.

Funeral services will take place at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery. A visitation will be held the hour before the service at the funeral home. Burial will take place at the Balsam Lutheran Cemetery.

To sign an online guest book and view a video slideshow visit www.williamsonwhite.com.

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

Richard (Dick) Olson, age 76 of Amery, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, June 13, 2017. Dick was born to Clifford and Elaine Olson in Amery on September 13th, 1940. A lifelong member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Dick was baptized November 10, 1940 (the same day of the Armistice Day Blizzard) and confirmed his faith in 1954.

Dick was an only child and enjoyed growing up in Amery with many friends from his first home on South Street to the family “farm” on Harriman Avenue. Dick always had an interest in music, which brought him to St. Olaf College after he graduated from Amery High School in 1958. While at St. Olaf, he played bass horn as a member of the St. Olaf Band, and graduated in 1962 with a degree in music education.

After graduating from St. Olaf, Dick began his teaching career in the Cameron, WI school district. He soon returned to his home school district in Amery, though, where he began teaching in 1964 and also started working on his Masters from Mankato State University, which he completed in 1971.

During this early time in his career, Dick met Sharon Koeppen. They were married in 1968 and shared many years of marriage and family life with their two children, Brenda and Erik.

Dick loved his work and continued at the Amery School District - teaching general music, band, choir, and individual lessons — for 30 years before his retirement in 1994. After retirement, he continued his lifelong interests in the outdoors, where he rarely passed up the opportunity to fish, hunt, farm, garden and just enjoy the beauty of nature with a quiet morning on the lake.

Dick is survived by Sharon from Amery, WI; his daughter Brenda (Christine) Olson Bingea from Maplewood, MN; son Erik (Katherine) Olson from Boston, MA; his grandchildren Margaret and Thomas Olson, also from Boston, MA; his brother-in-law Larry Koeppen and his wife, Juanita, from Amery, WI, as well as nieces, nephews and extended family.

Funeral services were at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 17, 2017 at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Amery. A visitation was held from 9:30 am to 11:00 am prior to the service at the church. Burial was in the Amery Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of KANABEC COUNTY Richard (Dick) Olson may be made to Our Savior’s Lutheran Church of Amery, WI. To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute, visit www.williamsonwhite.com.

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

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The “Cookie” Bill Passes State Senate (State Capitol, Madison)… The State Senate has passed a proposal to allow home-bakers to sell their nonhazardous baked goods at various venues in Wisconsin.

State Senator Sheila Harsdorf (R-River Falls) authored Senate Bill 271 and said in her testimony recently that passage of this bill will help entrepreneurs seeking to start a small business from their home. “This will give an opportunity to home-bakers who otherwise would not be able to try their hand in a small business venture.”

Senate Bill 271 would exempt home bakers from the requirement to obtain a food processing plant license to make and sell nonhazardous, home baked goods in an amount up to $7500 annually. During the committee process, the bill was amended to increase the annual gross sales limit to $25,000 to more closely align with limits in neighboring states.

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14 AMERY FREE PRESS AMERY CITY COUNCIL MEETING PROCEEDINGS May 3rd, 2017 The Amery City Council met for a Regular meeting on May 3rd 2017 at City Hall. Mayor Kay Erickson called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

Present: Erickson, Rick Davis, Julie Riemenschneider, Rick Van Blaricom, Tim Strohbusch, and Sharon Paulson.

Excused: Kristen Vicker.

Staff present: Frances Duncanson, David Chanski, Tom Marson, Dale Koehler, and Bones McCarty.

Others present: Larry Stelter, Bob Zank of WPCA, Jessica de la Cruz of the Amery Free Press, Paul Shafer, Judie Johnston, and Paul Isakson.

Roll call was conducted by Clerk Duncanson.

Paul Shafer Led the Pledge of Allegiance Motion by Strohbusch and seconded by Riemenschneider to approve the minutes of the April 5, April 16, and April 25, 2017 Council Meetings.

Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.

Officers Reports: Police Chief - Marson: Was on a call.

DPW Director - McCarty: The RV Park is open for business and all amenities are turned on. The Landfill is open this weekend for weeds and brush.

Grinding has started for the Griffin Street Bridge resurfacing and Monarch will pave the first layer tomorrow. The airport has $110,000 in federal funds to spend for equipment by September. They are looking at a new tractor and broom, and the City would pay 5% of the cost.

Fire Chief - Koehler: Thanked everyone who attended and helped with the Pancake Breakfast. The runs sheets and report were presented. The Airboat was out service having warranty work done.

Library Director - Nalen: was excused.

Clerk-Treasurer - Duncanson: Updated the Council on the status of the Kwik Trip and Anderson hotel projects. Liquor licensing packets are out and the City did qualify for an expenditure restraint payment in 2018.

Management Analyst - Chanski: The Water Recreation study surveys are out. Website updates are still in progress with integration of park reservation and payment abilities.

Committee Reports: Finance - Davis: Met in closed session with Dept.

Heads and regarding the Amery Area Community Center lease agreement. Custodial services at City Hall were discussed with proposals going to interested parties. Campground fees that were set at budget adoption will remain the same for now and may be adjusted later. The Committee reviewed RFPs for recruitment services for the City Administrator position.

Parks & Recreation - Van Blaricom: The Committee discussed reservation for fees for the Danielson Band Shell at Michael Park including the Fishman shelter for a cost of $100. The Granum boat-landing project was discussed. Several of the permits are approved and the Lake District is contributing $10,000 to the project. Goose control was addressed and the Amery School District is doing a round up this year and the City will still have a hunt.

Jorgenson Field policy was discussed and will come back to the Committee with all the stakeholders for discussion. Area RV Campground policies, rates, and amenities will be surveyed. City signage on US HWY 8 and the applicable state and county regulations were deliberated.

New Business Motion by Davis and seconded by Strohbusch to table RFPS for a recruitment firm to hire a new City Administrator and related budget amendment as it is not ready for action.

Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.

Motion by Strohbusch MSA and seconded by Paulson to approve the RFP from MSA for dam inspection services.

Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.

The agenda item on campground fees was tabled.

Motion by Riemenschneider and seconded by Strohbusch to approve the change of agent to Kevin Maupin for the Amery Golf Club Inc. Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.

Motion by Van Blaricom and seconded by Strohbusch to approve the change of agent to Jesus Saavedra Sanchez for Garibaldi’s.

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Motion by Riemenschneider and seconded by Paulson to approve “Resolution 2017-02 Sewer CMAR Report” Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.

Strohbusch announced the Village of Clayton intends to join the Amery Municipal Court.

Motion by Strohbusch and seconded by Davis to adjourn at 5:57 p.m.

Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.

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Present: Erickson, Julie Riemenschneider, Kristen Vicker, Rick Davis, Tim Strohbusch, Rick Van Blaricom, and Sharon Paulson.

Staff present: Frances Duncanson, Dale Koehler Others present: Kathleen Avoles of Bakke-Norman Motion by Strohbusch and seconded by Paulson to go in to closed session proceedings at 5:01 p.m. under WI §19.85 (1) (f) to consider financial, medical, social, personal histories or disciplinary data of specific persons, preliminary consideration of specific personnel problems or the investigation of charges against specific persons which if discussed in public would likely to have a substantial adverse effect upon the reputation of any person referred to in such histories or data, or involved in such problems or investigations. This is in regards to a member of the Fire Dept.

The Council will continue in closed session proceedings under WI §19.85 (1) (g) to confer with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved. This is in regards to a member of the Fire Dept. Attorney Kathleen Avoles exited the meeting at 5:32 p.m.

The Council continued in closed session proceedings under WI §19.85 (1) (c) to consider employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility. This is in regards to internal candidates for the City Administrator position.

Motion by Davis and seconded by Strohbusch to come out of closed session proceedings at 6:17 p.m.

Ayes-Davis, Strohbusch, Riemenschneider, Van Blaricom, Vicker, Paulson Nays-0 Motion carried.

Motion Van Blaricom and seconded by Vicker to accept Finance recommendations to set up interviews at the June 7th, 2017 City Council meeting for David Drown Associates Company and GovHR representatives to serve as a recruitment services hire a new City Administrator.

Ayes-Davis, Strohbusch, Riemenschneider, Van Blaricom, Vicker, Paulson Nays-0 Motion carried.

Motion by Riemenschneider and seconded by Vicker to adjourn at 6:19 p.m.

Ayes-6 Nays-0 Motion carried.

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CITY OF AMERY ORDINANCE 1-2017 At the regular City Council meeting held on June 7th, 2017 on a motion by Vicker and seconded by Strohbusch the Amery City Council adopted and approved an ordinance creating a Joint Municipal Court with the Village of Clear Lake, Town of Clear Lake and the Village of Clayton Full text of the ordinance is available at Amery City Hall located at 118 Center St. during regular business hours.

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SPECIAL AMERY CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS June 1st, 2017 The Amery City Council met for a Special Meeting on June 1st, 2017 at Lake Wappogasset Bible Camp. Mayor Kay Erickson called the meeting to order at 8:48 a.m.

Present: Erickson, Julie Riemenschneider, Kristen Vicker, Tim Strohbusch, Rick Van Blaricom, and Sharon Paulson.

Excused: Rick Davis Staff present: Frances Duncanson.

Others present: Patrick Ibarra of The Mejorando Group.

Duncanson conducted roll call.

Motion by Strohbusch and seconded by Van Blaricom to go in to closed session proceedings at 8:49 a.m. under WI §19.85 (1) (c) to consider employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility. This is in regards to the City Administrator and Dept. Head positions. The Council met with Patrick Ibarra of The Mejorando Group regarding the City Organizational Assessment, Structure, and current practices.

Motion by Strohbusch and seconded by Vicker to come out of closed session proceedings at 4:15 p.m.

Roll call vote: Ayes-Vicker, Strohbusch, Van Blaricom, Riemenschneider, Paulson Nays-0 Motion carried.

Motion by Van Blaricom and seconded by Vicker to adjourn at 4:17 p.m.

Ayes-5 Nays-0 Motion carried.

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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.

Complete digital project bidding documents are available at www.cedarcorp.com. You may download the digital plan documents for $20.00 (Quest eBidDoc #5164858). Please contact QuestCDN. com at 952-233-1632 or info@questcdn.com for assistance in free membership registration, downloading, and working with this digital project information. An optional paper set of project documents is also available from Docunet Corporation. Contact Docunet at 763-475-9600 for pricing and instructions to obtain a paper copy. Please make your check payable to Docunet Corporation and send it to 2435 Xenium Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55441.

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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Impact of Dairy Reaches Beyond the Barn Doors

BY BEN BRANCEL, WIS. DEPT. OF AG., TRADE, AND CONSUMER PROTECTION

The benefits of Wisconsin's dairy industry reaches far beyond the barn doors. While our Wisconsin farm families rely on the dairy business for their livelihood, we all rely on dairy for the impact it has on our state's economy, culture and future.

We see America's Dairyland on our license plates every day while driving down the highway, but we likely take what that really means for granted.

Dairy contributes $43.4 billion to Wisconsin's economy annually. That is more than if you combine the value of citrus to Florida, potatoes to Idaho, apples to Washington and raisins to California.

These dollars support local communities, businesses and schools.

Our friends and neighbors, in urban and rural areas of the state, have jobs that are related to the state's dairy industry. The dairy industry employs 78,900 people in the state. Jobs created by dairy businesses bring long-term stability to local employment bases.

Every job in agriculture supports an additional 1.46 jobs elsewhere in Wisconsin.

Wisconsin's universities and technical schools prepare young people for future careers

in the dairy business, from animal science and biotechnology to equipment engineering and marketing. There is a place for everyone who wants to work in Wisconsin's dairy industry.

Wisconsin's dairy industry may be changing but it continues to be strong. Every farm is unique. When you drive down the road, you won't see any two farms that are identical. Some farms are small and rely on robotic technology to get the milking done. Others are large and produce organic milk. Our diversity is our state's greatest strength. With more than 9,000 dairy farms and 400 dairy processors, we all benefit from these beautiful bovines and the quality products created from

their milk.

More than a quarter of the nation's cheese is made right here in our state by our cheeseheads. Our dairy processors create more than 600 types, styles and varieties of cheese, and they continue to do research to ensure they are meeting our customer needs in the future.

At national and international award events, Wisconsin's cheesemakers are recognized for their quality work, taking home top prizes again and again.

Wisconsin's reputation as a dairy state has spread around the world. Wisconsin sells its agricultural products to 150 different countries. When you say you are from Wisconsin,

international government officials and business leaders are immediately engaged in how they can learn from our expertise or buy our products.

Wisconsin's cows produce milk every day of the week. One day out of seven, this milk is being made into products that will go beyond our country's borders.

Dairy is a worldwide business we are lucky to have in Wisconsin.

It is fitting that the World Dairy Expo calls Wisconsin home. Each fall, the dairy industry comes to Madison to meet for the five-day event.

World Dairy Expo features a premier dairy show with more than 2,000 elite dairy cattle. The enormous trade show allows

agribusinesses to showcase the latest in technology and research. The business meetings and farm tours that occur during World Dairy Expo build connections that continue to grow throughout the year.

It's June Dairy Month. Let's celebrate. Visit http://www. dairydaysofsummer.com/ to find a dairy breakfast or event near you. The best thing you can do to support our hardworking family farmers is to come out to the farm, take a tour and enjoy a meal together.

Every time you drink a glass of milk, grab a string cheese or have yogurt with lunch, you are contributing to the continued success and the future of Wisconsin's dairy industry.

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America’s Dairyland and Trump in the rearview mirror as workers return to Mexico

BY ALEXANDRA HALL WISCONSIN PUBLIC RADIO

DURAND — In the driveway of a two-story house on a dairy farm in western Wisconsin, five men focus on a unique construction project. Using a drill, hammer and nails, plywood and rope, they work together in the afternoon sun to erect a structure that resembles a makeshift corral in the bed of a Honda pickup.

Every so often, Luisa Tepole, 25, carries a suitcase or packaged appliance out of the house, handing it to her husband, Miguel Hernandez, 36.

By the end of the night, the back of the truck is piled high with bags of clothes and shoes, TV sets in boxes and a bucket of children’s toys, ready for the 2,300mile drive to Veracruz, Mexico.

Farm owners Doug and Toni Knoepke watch Hernandez and the other workers from a few feet away as they load their two-truck caravan. It looks like a scene from “The Grapes of Wrath,” Doug Knoepke remarks, referring to the movie about the mass migration from the Oklahoma Dust Bowl to California in the 1930s.

Only this time, it is in reverse: The migrants are leaving a land abundant with economic opportunity for an uncertain future in their homeland.

Hernandez has been working on the Knoepkes’ farm in Pepin County for 16 years. He shares this home with his wife and two young sons, Thomas, 5, and Liam, 4.

Earlier in the day, at Thomas’ last day at Noah’s Ark Preschool in Durand, he cries as he tells his classmates that he will not be starting kindergarten with them in the fall. He has never been to Mexico.

On June 1, Hernandez and four other men, who for years have milked and cared for cows on dairy farms among the hills of western Wisconsin, drive away in the direction of their mountainous hometown of Texhuacan. A few days later, Tepole and the children fly out of Chicago.

The Hernandez family is leaving, in part, because of the threat of deportation — which could ban them from returning to the United States for 10 years — and what they describe as increasingly harsh rhetoric by President Donald Trump and others toward immigrants, especially those here illegally.

They moved here to America’s Dairyland, the nation’s top cheese state and No. 2 milk producer, attracted by a dairy industry dependent on undocumented immigrant labor to keep cows milked three times a day, year-round. They have raised their children in communities where American workers stopped answering “help wanted” ads for cow milkers long ago.

And now, they are going home.

“Miguel has been our right hand,” Knoepke says. “He treated (the farm) like he owned it. We’re really saddened, scared. I don’t know. It’s sad.”

In the first 100 days of the Trump administration, arrests by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the Midwestern region increased over the previous two years.

In Wisconsin, farmers like Knoepke depend heavily on workers like Hernandez. Seeing him and the other workers leave worries this first generation farmer with 650 cows.

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Miguel Hernandez cleans a barn on his last day of work on a Pepin County dairy farm owned by Doug and Toni Knoepke on May 31, 2017. He was leaving for Mexico with four other dairy workers the following day. He said he did not want to work the day before he left, but the farm owners needed the help. At the time, they did not have anyone lined up to replace him as assistant herdsman on the farm. He had worked there for 16 years, making $15 an hour by the time he left.

“I don’t know where the industry would be without (immigrant labor) right now,” Knoepke says.

There are temporary visas for seasonal agricultural workers, but year-round workers who make up the vast majority of the labor force on Wisconsin’s large dairies have no special protections, and many are in the country illegally.

Knoepke says Congress “better do something … because (workers) are leaving.

You see it right here. They’re packin’ up.”

Hernandez’s brother, Damaso, who also works at a western Wisconsin dairy farm, says many workers he knows plan to leave because, “They’re scared of the government.”

He adds, “It’s strange, it’s difficult because all the Hispanic people knew the Americans here in Wisconsin were supporting Donald Trump. I think they made a mistake, because a lot of people are fleeing for precisely that reason.”

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Thomas Hernandez, 5, hugs his friend Brayden Patnode, after the graduation ceremony for Noah’s Ark Preschool at Assumption Catholic School in Durand, Wis., on May 31, 2017. Brayden’s mom, Jennifer Patnode, left, had just learned the Hernandez family was moving to Mexico, and that Thomas would not be back at school the following year.

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IMMIGRATION: Workers choose to leave rather than be deported FROM PAGE 16

Arrests up in the Midwest ICE figures show arrests in the sixstate Midwestern region including Wisconsin are rising since Trump took office, Wisconsin Public Radio has learned.

The agency reports that arrests in the Chicago region rose to 2,599 between Inauguration Day, Jan. 20, through April 29, the first 100 days of the Trump administration. That figure exceeds arrest totals from the same time period in the previous two years under President Barack Obama. However, it is lower than the same time period in 2014, when there were 3,033 arrests.

Nationwide, ICE arrests totaled 41,898, about 35 percent higher than last year but lower than the 2014 figure of 54,584.

Randy Capps, director of research for U.S. programs at the Migration Policy Institute, a nonpartisan group that analyzes the movement of people worldwide, says there can be a “pretty substantial lag” between arrest and deportation.

Factors include whether the person contests the deportation.

“And that lag can be anywhere from a few days — if they have a prior removal order that’s simply reinstated — to several years, if they decide to contest their deportation and they’re let out of detention on bond,” Capps says.

Implementation memos issued by the COBURN DUKEHART | WISCONSIN CENTER FOR INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM U.S. Department of Homeland Security Miguel Hernandez, left, along with co-worker Pedro Tepole, center, and his cousin Eric Hernandez, build a structure on the back of Miguel’s earlier this year expanded ICE’s tar- pickup truck on May 31, 2017, to help carry their belongings to Mexico. Thomas Hernandez, 5, watches the construction project. Hernandez and get from individuals convicted of seri- Tepole, along with three other dairy workers, left for Mexico the following morning. ous crimes to those charged with even low-level offenses. The memos also direct that no one in the country illegally not convicted criminals; last year, 500 a particular person warned him they non-criminals were arrested during the knew the rest of his employees were also is exempt from deportation.

Working until the last day undocumented and that they would be Nationwide, the number of non-crimi- same time frame.

It is 7:15 in the morning on May 31.

A farmer in Wisconsin’s Trempealeau back. A worker who spoke to Wisconsin As the sun peeks over the hills to the nals arrested by ICE in Trump’s first 100 days more than doubled from the same County, who asked not to be named be- Public Radio at another farm in Pepin east, workers are in action. One drives a period last year, to 10,934 from 4,372. In cause he fears reprisals from immigra- County shared a similar report. tractor through the fields while another Experts say, however, there is no evi- steers a feed truck between two rows of the Chicago region, for example, 778 of tion authorities, says ICE agents who the 2,599 people arrested by ICE were visited his farm this spring looking for dence of the type of sweeping raids car- cows. All the while, men in the milking ried out near the end of the George W. parlor never stop moving. Some have Bush administration. been working since 11 p.m. and are just ICE may be under pressure from busi- finishing their shifts. nesses not to run intensive operations At this hour, everyone on the farm is in fields or factories where many undoc- an immigrant from Mexico. umented immigrants work, Capps says.

For Hernandez, today is just like any “If they were to take a bunch of agri- other workday over the past 16 years, excultural workers, or even if they were cept that it is his last. He does not want to scare a large number of agricultural to work today, but his bosses say they workers away, that could have a bad im- really need the help. He opens and clospact on the local economy,” he says. es metal gates, shoo-ing cows in and out of the milking parlor, and sweeps piles of manure and feed off the floor of the ‘They’re coming after us’ As rumors circulated that ICE had barn.

Tepole is excited. She has not been visited Durand, four other dairy workers decided to join Hernandez, whose back home in the 11 years since she first reasons for leaving include returning came to the United States. Her parents to see his ill father. He and his friends have never met their grandchildren, determined it was best to go now — or- and her mother is happy they are coming home. ganized, relaxed and with a plan.

Hernandez knows his decision to raise “It’s better to go back home because of the laws — they’re coming after us,” his children in Mexico will affect their says Luis Mendez, 32, who milks cows future. “It’s a huge difference in school and helps out as a mechanic at the here compared to the school in Mexico.

I think we are a lot behind in Mexico, Knoepke farm.

If you are deported, he says, “You take but … it is what it is,” Hernandez says, the clothes you’re wearing … and that’s shrugging his shoulders.

Four or five people have applied for it.” But with a planned departure, Mendez says, immigrants can keep their be- Hernandez’s job, but none has worked out, according to herd manager Henry longings and money.

Still others, like Hernandez’s brother Yoder. Knoepke says he probably will Damaso — who has lived in the United need to promote from within.

Hernandez says the farm owners want States for 17 years — are staying, but the situation could change at any moment. him to come back legally if that ever beHe thinks about the effect of leaving on comes possible.

“They are waiting for the government his four children, who were raised in to do something … so they can bring Wisconsin.

COBURN DUKEHART|WISCONSIN CENTER FOR INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM people with papers or with visa, but they “My kids are very accustomed to life Doug Knoepke, owner of a large dairy farm in Pepin County, Wis., hugs Miguel Hernandez on here,” Damaso Hernandez says. “The are just waiting,” he says.

May 31, 2017, as he prepares to leave after 16 years. “I don’t know where the industry would truth is, I don’t know what type of life be without (immigrant labor) right now,” says Knoepke. Miguel, his assistant herdsman and they would have over there.” “right hand” man has proven difficult to replace.

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Neil McKenzie Memorial Youth Fishing Derby ‘keeps kids fishing’

Participants and volunteers enjoyed a perfect day for the annual Neil McKenzie Memorial Youth Fishing Derby, held June 10 on Deer Lake.

The Annual Neil McKenzie Memorial Youth Fishing Derby was held Saturday, June 10, 2017, on Deer Lake. This event was co-sponsored by his family and friends, the Polk County Sportsmen’s Club, and hosted on the grounds made available by The New Lagoon Campground & Condominium Association. Generous contributions of time, equipment, door prizes, and donations helped make for another enjoyable learning experience for kids.

After lunch an interesting program was enjoyed with Game Warden Jesse Ashton encouraging fisher-kids and all in attendance to keep enjoying the outdoors and Denny O’Donnell sharing his story about the tin pocket bait box he was given as a boy and carries to this day. The team efforts of many volunteers helped ensure the day was another success for the kids.

2017 Trophy List

Age Name 5-7 years Madi Rowe Clara Swanson Madi Rowe Finley Droher Finley Droher Kolby Hahn Finley Droher Madi Rowe 8-10 years Isaac Anderson Owen Stream Owen Broten Izabella Iwaszko Isaac Anderson Isaac Anderson 11-13 years Blake Glenna Lindsey Crain Marcus Kracke Joey Alewine Marcus Kracke Blake Glenna Lindsey Crain Joey Alewine 14-15 years Adam Betz Molly Trieschmann Adam Betz Kayla Student Molly Trieschmann Adam Betz Molly Trieschmann Adam Betz

Trophy 1st place 2nd place 1st place 1st place 1st place 2nd place 1st place 2nd place 1st place 2nd place 1st place 2nd place 1st place 2nd place 1st place 2nd place - tie 2nd place - tie 1st place 2nd place 1st place tie 1st place tie 2nd place 1st place 2nd place 1st place 2nd place 1st place 2nd place 1st place 2nd place

Fish/Weight Sunfish .60 Sunfish .52 Bass 1.57 Perch .65 Crappie .67 Crappie .50 Northern 3.00 Northern 2.90 Sunfish .53 Sunfish .50 Bass 1.70 Bass 1.56 Crappie .67 Rock Bass .58 Sunfish .60 Sunfish .58 Sunfish .58 Bass 1.48 Bass 1.38 Crappie .69 Crappie .69 Crappie .65 Sunfish .49 Sunfish .47 Bass 1.74 Bass 1.63 Perch .35 Perch .25 Crappie .68 Crappie .55

One of the participants shows off a commemorative bag.

Game Warden Jesse Ashton and Joyce McKenzie. Ashton told the participants how fishing as a child has left a lasting positive impact on his life.

Participants show off their catch.

Participants enjoyed tasty treats.

“THANK YOU” FROM THE NEIL MCKENZIE FAMILY

Many kids had a fun day fishing on Deer Lake, June 10, 2017, with kind support of many volunteers plus donors, sponsors, and site hosts including the following: •Al Peer Invitational Bass Tourney •American Legion •Arrow Marine, Terry & Diane Peer •Balsam Lake Rod/Gun Club •Bernick’s Pepsi •Les & Lee Borst and family •Cabela’s •Café Wren •Copy Pro, Cathy Mimmer, Chisago City •Richard & Patty Coan •Deer Lake Improvement Assn •Deer Lake Sports

The family of Neil McKenzie.

•Doug & Kay Farmer •Frederic Design & Promotions, Betty Knutson •Friends & Family of Neil McKenzie •Scott Hansen •Don & Melanie Hoag •Irlbeck Outdoors, Milltown •Kassel Tap, Kevin & Mary Casselius •Rich & Joan Lipke •Tom Loer •Logger’s Bar & Grill •Marketplace Foods •Joe Mattson

•Minnesota Twins •Northwoods Baking Co, Inc., Frederic •Olson Sewer Service •Polk County Bassers •Polk County Recycling •Polk County Sportsmen’s Club •Polk County Tavern League •Dan & Sue Schmitt •Sign Express, Jeremy Appel •The New Lagoon Campground and Condominium Assn •Wal-Mart •WI DNR

We thank each of you…the pontoon and boat owners, drivers and guides, fish weighers, food preparers, groundskeepers, registrars, and tent and table handlers. A special thanks to the originators of this event: Dave&Ann Hraychuck, Denny&Linda O’Donnell, John Boyer; and to the Polk County Sportsmen’s Club for its co-sponsorship of the day and to the New Lagoon Campground and Condominium Association for providing the site.

It is a nice tribute to Neil for his love and respect of the outdoors and his belief that kids should keep fishin’ and huntin’ …and tellin’ their stories.

Keep Kids Fishin’!

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Turtle Lake/Clayton 16th in 2 state events

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Turtle Lake/Clayton girls’ 4x200-meter relay team of Gabbie Lien, Alison Johnson, Makayla Fagerlin and Mady Cardinal competed at the 2017 WIAA Division State Track and

Field Championships and placed 16th with a time of 1:55.21.

Cardinal also placed 16th in the triple jump with a mark of 32-07.25.

Algoma won the team title, racking up 44 points. Edgar was second at 42, and Shell Lake tied with Reedsville for third place with 36 points.

Golden year: Bucks get ready to celebrate 50th anniversary Clear Lake junior Conner Schramski placed 13th in the boys’ 200-meter dash (23.59 seconds).

Bauer places fifth in state high jump

BY BRETT HART CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Turtle Lake Clayton boys’ track and field team picked up 4 team points at the WIAA Division 3 State Track and Field Championships at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse June 2 and 3.

All four of those points came from the performance of senior Erik Bauer, who placed fifth in the high jump, clearing

6-02.

Sophomore Thomas Hoffman placed 16th in the 400-meter dash with a time of 53.75 seconds.

Clear Lake junior Conner Schramski placed 13th in the boys’ 200-meter dash (23.59 seconds).

Coleman won the team title with a total of 43 points, followed by Rosholt with 39 points. Spencer came in third (29.50 points).

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The team unveiled a special logo on Twitter to mark the occasion.

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Ameryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first Music on the River event of 2017 went off without a hitch Friday night, with plenty of smiles all around. The Studebakers and The Whitesidewalls rocked around the clock and kept the showers at bay. Michael Park was once again packed with fancy cars, good food, and families enjoying the best of all Amery has to offer.

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If you like hot fudge sauce on your ice cream or other desserts, this recipe might be one you’ll like to make.

HOMEMADE HOT FUDGE SAUCE Put in large microwavable bowl: 2/3 c. milk 1/4 c. butter Microwave on High for about 2 minutes or until butter is melted.

Add and microwave on High for 45 seconds or until melted: 1 pkg. (6 oz.) semi-sweet chocolate chips 2 c. mini marshmallows Stir well. Serve hot. Serves 12 using 2 T. for each serving.

This is a quick and nutritious meal. It takes about 25 minutes to make so it’s great for a quick and easy meal.

SKILLET PASTA AND SPINACH Cook according to directions, but omit the salt: 3 c. penne pasta Drain but reserve 1/3 c. of the cooking water.

Heat in large skillet on medium heat: 1 T. olive oil Add and sauté (cook and stir about a minute): 3 cloves minced garlic Add, heat and stir until hot: 1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, drained Stir in and stir 3-5 minutes or until cream cheese is melted: 6 oz. cream cheese, cubed (from 8 oz. pkg.)

1 T. lemon juice Place in large bowl: 1 pkg. (6 oz.) washed baby spinach leaves the drained cooked pasta the reserved 1/3 c. pasta water the tomato mixture 3 T. grated parmesan cheese Mix lightly until all is combined.

When serving, top with more grated parmesan cheese. Serves 6-8.

This is a variation of Rice Krispy Treats. Add peanut butter and M&M’s for a special treat.

This is a refrigerated dessert so allow time for that before serving time.

POLKA DOT KRISPY BARS Put in MW safe large bowl: 7 c. mini marshmallows 1/2 c. creamy peanut butter 1/4 c. butter MW on High for about 1-1/2 minutes or until completely melted. Stir after 45 seconds. Then stir again.

Add and combine: 6 c. crispy rice cereal Press onto bottom of a sprayed/greased 9x13” baking pan.

Melt in MW: 2 squares white chocolate, melted Dizzle over the bars.

Put on top of the drizzle: 1/2 to 3/4 c. M&M’s Cool completely. Cut into bars or shapes of your choice or use a cookie cutter. Hint: If you wish, you could use 1 jar (7 oz.) marshmallow crème for the mini marshmallows. Heat the crème with the peanut butter and butter and stir until combined.

ÉCLAIR CAKE Whisk together in large bowl: 1-1/2 c. cold milk 1 pkg. (3.4 oz.) vanilla flavor instant pudding Let stand for 5 minutes.

Meanwhile cover bottom of an 8”square baking pan with about 10 single squares of graham crackers.

Break crackers to form a crust to cover the whole pan, overlapping if you need to.

Stir into the prepared pudding: 1 tub (8 oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed Put half of the pudding/topping mixture on top of the graham crackers.

Put on top: 10 more squares or enough to cover the pudding/topping mixture.

Put the rest of the pudding/topping on top of the graham crackers.

Put more graham crackers on the top of the pudding/topping mixture.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or well chilled.

Spread on top: Chocolate frosting of your choice.

To serve, cut into 9 squares.

Salads are popular any time of year but especially welcome in the warmer weather. This one needs to be refrigerated for awhile to blend the flavors.

ITALIAN PASTA SALAD Cook according to directions and drain: 3 c. Rotini pasta – regular or tri-color Combine in larger bowl: The cooked and drained pasta 2 c. small broccoli florets 1/2 c. chopped red bell peppers 1/2 c. sliced red onions 1/2 c. pitted black olives Add and mix lightly: 1 c. Zesty Italian dressing Cover and refrigerate for several hours our until well chilled. Serves 6-8. Hint: You could add sliced celery, shredded, small chunks of cheddar cheese or cherry tomatoes, if desired. You could also substitute the Italian dressing with Vinaigrette or Tuscan Italian dressing for a variation.

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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

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Low Impact Aerobics, 9:30 am Polish Poker, 1 pm Bingo, 6:30 pm AA 10 am-1 pm Red Cross Blood Drive at Bremer Bank 7 pm Koinonia Singers at East Immanuel Lutheran Church

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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Low Impact Aerobics, 12:30 pm Bridge, 1 pm Grief Support, 3 pm Lions Club, 7 pm AA 3-6 pm Amery Farmers Market in Soo Line Park

Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 9:30 am Quilting, 1 pm Wii Games, 1:30 pm German Club, 6:30 pm 500 Cards,

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Community Center: 8 am Coffee Club, 9 am Pool, 9 am Circle of Sisters, 12:30 pm Hand & Foot, 6 pm Duplicate Bridge, 7 pm AA 6:30 pm Bingo at Amery VFW

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Upcoming events at Interstate Park The following events are scheduled this week at Interstate Park in St. Croix Falls. All activities require admission to the park.

Wednesday, June 21st 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm First Day of Summer Hike Began your journey on the Ice Age Trail. Discover the unique glacial remnants of the area and why it is so… special! Meet at the Pothole Trail.

Thursday, June 22nd 10:00 am Nature’s Story Time Preschoolers and their caregivers join us for a Nature Story, Activity and Snack. Bring your own water. Meet at the Beach House Nature Center.

Thursday (22nd) & Friday (23rd), 1-3 pm and Saturday (24th) & Sunday (25th), 2-4 pm Family Fun at the Beach House Nature Center Borrow a fishing rod, play nature games with your child, create critters with natural materials..

Many interesting activities will be offered at the Beach House Nature Center!

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Friday, June 23nd 7:00 pm Bats – An often misunderstood Creature of the Night Let’s learn about Bats! Facts and fiction. Meet at the Amphitheatre for an old time slide presentation.

Park in the Beach Parking Lot walk toward the shelter where the Ravine Trail begins, amphitheater is on the right.

Saturday, June 24th 6:30 pm Bluebird Restoration in the Park Learn how the Bluebird monitors, Rodger, Jen and Dean have been helping to restore the bluebird population in the park. After a brief presentation on bluebirds in Wisconsin, Jen and Dean will guide us to a few bluebird houses and let us peek inside! Meet at the Ice Age Center.

Saturday, June 24th 11:00 pm Ancient Trails of Fire and Ice Learn about the forces of nature that created the spectacular area we see today. Meet at the Pothole Trail.

Sunday, June 25th 10:00 am Log Jams and River Rats Hike up to the Summit and hear some stories of the lumberjacks and white pine. Meet at the Summit Rock Trail sign.

Saturday, June 24th 1:00 pm Etched in Stone Learn about lava flows, ancient seas and creatures that lived here.

View types of lava rock and hold a trilobite in your hand! Meet at the

Sunday, June 25th 2:30 pm Knot Tying Granny Knots and Half Hitches….. Learn to tie knots for function and fun! Meet at the Beach House Nature Center.

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.

Basketball Camp for girls entering grades 4-9 and boys entering grades 3-9. 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.

Changing Times: June 11, 2017

by Larry Phillipson

Sunday we were getting ready for church, a storm came through and put us in a lurch.

In the morning it was dark like night, lightning and thunder a grisly sight.

The lightning and the thunder rolled, not a pleasant time to be bold.

All one can do is sit and let it pass through, no use to panic and get in a stew.

If this is a global warming stage, it's only the beginning of the early phase.

There will be many changes to make, it will take years for it to really take.

We will have to do our best to get by, use our ingenuity in any way we try.

I'm sure mankind will find a time to survive, using his mind to continue to stay alive.

Larry Phillipson is a poet laureate of Amery, Wisconsin

Learn Kayaking Intermediate Skills at UW-Barron County Kayaking enthusiasts can increase their skills and confidence in Kayak the River, a 2-3 hour recreational instruction clinic for those with basic kayaking experience. Participants will kayak the Red Cedar River from Florence Shudlick Park on Hatten Ave, Rice Lake, to the boat landing at 19th St and 16 ½ Ave. The class will emphasize navigation techniques, getting in/out of the kayak in moving water, plus turning over the kayak and getting back in, all while enjoying the natural scenery of the local river. Offered by UW-Barron County on June 28 the class will begin at 5:30 pm and conclude at approximately 8 pm.

Instructor Mike McLin is an avid water-sports enthusiast and owner of Grinders Bike and Sports Shop in Rice Lake. Kayaks are provided; participants must bring their own life vests.

Registration is $59 and pre-registration is required.

For more information or to register and pay online, visit UW-BC’s Continuing Education page at ce.uwc. edu/barron, call Barb Ritzinger at 715-234-8176, ext.

5503, or email barbara.ritzinger@uwc.edu.

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 7:508:45 a.m.; Lunch served 11:15-12:30 Dates: June 19-23, 26-30, July 10-14, 17-21, 24-28 and 31, Aug. 1-4, 7-11, 14-18 AMERY MIDDLE: Breakfast served 7:508:20; Lunch served 11:2511:50.

Dates: June 19-23, 26-30.

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Thorman, Morris and Gullickson re-elected to electric co-op board CENTURIA -Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative announced the results of its 2017 board election at its 79th annual meeting June 9. This year, members elected directors in coop districts 1, 2 and 3.

Voter participation was 18.5%, with 1,233 ballots received. Members voted by mail and electronically; online voting was introduced for the first time this year.

In District 1, incumbent Cindy Thorman of Osceola ran unopposed and was re-elected with 339 votes. There were nine write-in votes. District 1 includes parts of Osceola, Alden and Garfield townships, and Farmington and Somerset townships.

In District 2, incumbent Mike Morris of Luck ran unopposed and was re-elected with 332 votes. There were 29 write-in votes. District 2 includes part of Osceola

Township, and St. Croix Falls, Eureka, Sterling, Laketown and Milltown townships.

In District 3, incumbent Ed Gullickson of Amery was re-elected with 392 votes. He ran against Marlin Baillargeon of Amery, who received 120 votes. There were no write-in votes.

District 3 includes part of Garfield and Alden townships, and Lincoln, Blackbrook, Clear Lake, Vance Creek, Star Prairie, Forest and New Haven townships.

Thorman, Morris and Gullickson will serve three-year terms on the co-op board, beginning with the June 26 regu-

Members of Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative re-elected three board directors this year. L-R: Mike Morris of Luck, District 2; Cindy Thorman of Osceola, District 1; and Ed Gullickson of Amery, District 3.

lar board meeting. Directors meet monthly to make policy and budget decisions. They are elected by members and each represents a district in the co-op’s service territory. Overall, nine co-op directors serve on the Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative board.

Other Polk-Burnett board directors are: Joe Metro of Balsam Lake, District 4; Jeff Traynor of Balsam Lake, District 5; Wilfred Owens of Frederic, District 6; Maury Miller of Danbury, District 7; Chuck Brookshaw of Webster, District 8; and Tom Swenson of Webster, District 9.

Polk-Burnett is a not-for-profit, member-owned cooperative that provides reliable electricity with efficiency and extraordinary service to 20,000 homes, farms and businesses throughout northwestern Wisconsin.

DNR releases Wolf monitoring data MADISON - Wisconsin wolf monitoring data for 2016-17 is now available on the Department of Natural Resources' wolf management webpage.

Monitoring efforts detected an overwinter minimum wolf count of 925-956 and 232 packs in 2016-17 - this represents a 6.8 percent increase from the 2015-16 minimum wolf count (866-897 and 222 packs).

Wolf count efforts are conducted in winter when the population reaches its annual low point. Wolf pups born in spring cause population increases, followed by reduc-

tions resulting from pup and adult mortalities.

To view this information (found under the "reports" list) and learn more about wolves in Wisconsin, visit dnr.wi.gov and search keyword "wolf."

Data available include the 201617 overwinter minimum wolf count and packs identified during the monitoring period. These data were collected with the assistance of over one hundred volunteer trackers - these volunteers contributed roughly half of the over 14,000 survey miles in 2016-17.

To learn more about taking part in this monitoring program, search keyword "volunteer" and select "wolves and other mammals." Classes for new volunteers will be held in the fall of 2017.

Wolves remain listed under the Federal Endangered Species Act and management authority is held by the Federal government. Federal listing status restricts state management, including any lethal wolf management tools. Currently, DNR staff use non-lethal abatement in response to wolf conflicts.

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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 II, June 22 at 12:30 p.m.; Kenny Ahern—Physical Comedy, June 22 at 1:30 p.m.; and Pizza and Pages Party for Teens, June 28 at 4 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 foundation of reading in young children. Visit the library to sign up for the program that is right for your child.

Teen advisory board Open to 12-18 year olds, the Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Friday of each month, 3:30 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.

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Backpack Donation Cardinal Glass matched the funds at the Salvation Army’s Backpack Fundraiser held in Amery on June 9. $3,550 dollars was put into the case during the Cattail Moon Band Performance. We were overwhelmed with the generosity of the people who put money in the case and to the Cattail Moon Band for playing at the event to help us Feed Hungry Kids in Polk County. So far the event total, with the Cardinal Glass donation is at $17,000 (Just shy of our goal of $20,000) to help with our backpack program. Last year the Backpack Program served over 425 families each week in Polk County! (Pictured left to right: Heidi Martin, Jaime Novak, Barb Goodlet, Jarret Dorenbush (Cardinal Glass), Betty Collins (Event Coordinator) and Angela Moulton (Salvation Army)

Are We There Yet? (Vacation trip) When we were small, we used to ask, "Are we there yet? It is so long."

Now, be on time is more the task.

Then, kicking back, we'd idly bask, passing the time, the quest prolong.

When we were small, we'd ask and ask.

Too many questions, imps unmask.

Though we'd been glad to go along.

To be on time was more the task.

With holiday close, time slowly passed.

Could miles pass better, spent in song?

When we were small, we had to ask.

Some celebrate with shot and flask; We dream of Liberty bell's ding-dong, To Just sit still was now the task.

"Could I amuse you with a mask?

Are we there yet? It seems so long."

When we were small, we used to ask.

On time, to loved ones, travel's task.

Carol Morfitt Welch

School's Out! Cyber Safety is In. MADISON – The internet offers a world of opportunities for entertainment and communication, but there are risks too. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection asks parents and guardians to talk with their children about how to be safe, secure, and responsible when surfing the worldwide web.

"There are many online threats including malware, email phishing scams, and unexpected in-app charges that kids could run into," said Frank Frassetto, Division Administrator for Trade and Consumer Protection. "Explain these risks to your children and use parental monitoring features on devices and web browsers to limit problems before they arise."

Follow these tips to help your children make smart cyber choices over the summer break: —Restrict access to age-appropriate content by using parental controls. There are specific kid-friendly search engines that limit results

to sites that are suitable for children. Consider locking devices with a password so your children can't download or purchase any apps without your approval.

—Be smart about smartphones.

If you want your children to have a smartphone in order to stay connected over the summer, understand the capabilities of the device.

Research apps and try them out yourself. Download and install software updates and set the phone to lock automatically with a password. Turn off in-app purchase capabilities.

—Teach your children what NOT to click. Clicking on links in unexpected text messages or in popup windows could infect a device with malware and put the family at greater risk of identity theft.

—Establish rules for downloading. Teach kids to be wary of exciting offers for "free stuff" that prompt them to act immediately and provide personal information.

These pitches are likely either mal-

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—Talk to your kids about the importance of privacy. Make sure they understand not to share personally identifiable information (PII), especially on social media sites. PII can include their full name, birth date, home address, telephone number, email address, or Social Security number.

You may not have the summer off with your children, but you can take steps to ensure their safety and protect their identities in your absence.

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AMERY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER We are so excited to have author Kate Gjerde coming to the Community Center on Thursday, June 22nd at 1pm. Kate will discuss her book “Given Away-A Memoir.” Kate will read from her memoir, entertain a Q&A session and do a book signing. “Given Away” is a portrait of a childhood spent in two very different worlds, Korea and America.

Refreshments will be provided by Ione Gjerde and the Community Center. This event is free and open to the public.

Be sure to visit Carl and the gang at our Brat Stand at Dick’s Fresh Market on Wednesday, June 21st! They will be serving delicious brats and hot dogs and you can listen to some great polka music!

Our German Club is always looking for new members. If you would like to join contact us at 715-268-6605.

For those of you who like to play Cribbage, we have rescheduled this activity for the second and fourth Wednesdays at 1pm. We also have a Dominoes Group that meets the first and third Mondays at 10am. If you are interested in playing or learning to play Mah Jong, our group plays the first and third Fridays at 9am.

The only requirement for any of these activities is that you become a member

of the Community Center which only costs $20/year.

If you need a place to rent, consider the Amery Area Community Center for wedding receptions, graduation parties, birthday parties, etc. We also work with profit and not-for-profit organizations to help with the perfect meeting place.

Tuesday pool winners were Gary Snelling in first, Carl Johnson took second, Mary Fisher placed third, Paul Seidel came in fourth, and Les Peterson received the consolation prize.

Thursday pool winners were Gary Snelling in first place, Mary Fisher came in second, Jerry Fisher placed third, Gene Pribnow placed fourth, and Paul Seidel finished with the consolation prize.

Wii Bowling winners were Carl Johnson in first place, Paul Seidel in second, and Mary Fisher took third place.

Wednesday bridge winners were Shirley Staebler in first, Kate Kellerman came in second, and Joyce Egan came in third. Monday bridge winners were Shirley Staebler in first and Bonnie Timm in second place.

Congratulations to all!

Have a safe and wonderful week…..Susan Shachtman, Assistant Director

Halos Donation Amery Color Blast recently presented a check for $3,000 to halos of the St. Croix Valley.

The funds were proceeds from Amery’s Color Blast event held on May 20. Halos of the St. Croix Valley is a non-profit organization that provides support to families of child loss.

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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HIGHER EDUCATION HONORS / ACCOLADES Area Students Named to Dean's List at UW-River Falls

Iowa State spring Dean’s List

RIVER FALLS, Wis --The University of Wisconsin-River Falls spring semester Dean's List honoring 1,375 students has been released by Registrar Kelly Browning.

To be named to the Dean's List, a full-time undergraduate must earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 on a scale of 4.0.

Amery, WI James Corbett, Biology Andrew Fowler, Physics Shawnee Holte, Agricultural Business Hayley Marcon-Toutant, English Kylee Olson, Elementary Education Brett Schulte, Mathematics Heidi Van Blaricom, Elementary Education Balsam Lake, WI Kelsy Johnson, Broad Field Social Studies Centuria, WI Barbara Qualle, Social Work October Seed, Health and Wellness Management Clayton, WI Ariana Severson, Conservation & Environmental Planning Clear Lake, WI Marissa Altendorfer, Vocal/General - K-12 Connor Anderson, Agricultural Education Madison Colbeth, Communication Studies Rachel Lee, Elementary Education Molly Marko, Marketing Communications Rachael Miller, Psychology Jillisa Solberg, Criminology Dresser, WI Jennifer Chen, Business Administration Amber Raddatz, Elementary Education Frederic, WI Emily Amundson, Mathematics Kendra Erickson, Business Administration Kendra Mossey, Elementary Education Natalie Phernetton, Elementary Education Luck, WI Jared Hunter, Health & Human Performance Kyle Hunter, Business Administration Allyson Mahler, Social Work Geoffrey Maiden Mueller, Computer Science & Information Systems Milltown, WI William Anderson, Physics Sarah Bader, Health & Human Performance Osceola, WI Abigail Vruno, Data Science Saint Croix Falls, WI Amanda Drinkman, Social Work Brendon Gearhart, Physics Eric Goulet, Health & Human Performance Reagan Hoverman, Broad Field Social Studies Star Prairie, WI Tyler Cran, Computer Science & Information Systems Braeden Lange-Green, Health & Human Performance Laura Orris, English Wesley Sigsworth, Stage and Screen Arts

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AMES, Iowa - More than 8,700 Iowa State University students have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement by being named to the spring semester 2017 Dean’s List.

Students named to the Dean’s List must have earned a grade point average of at least 3.50 on a 4.00 scale while carrying a minimum of 12 credit hours of graded course work.

Students listed below are from your area.

Dresser Wi Jeremy Jonathan Cermin , 1, Aerospace Engineering Rachel A. Szenay , 3, Biology (AGLS) Frederic Wi Kinzie Lee Matz , 2, Pre-Dietetics (H SCI)

Local students earns degrees at St. Cloud State University ST. CLOUD, Minn. - St. Cloud State University graduated more than 1,203 students during spring semester 2017.

Commencement ceremonies took place Friday, May 5, 2017.

Among them is: Clear Lake, WI Brittany Campion, Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences, Summa Cum Laude St. Croix Fall, WI Samantha O’Brien, Bachelor of Science, Marketing, Cum Laude

Named to Spring Semester Dean’s List SAINT PETER, Minn. - The Spring Semester Dean’s List at Gustavus Adolphus College has been released.

The list comprises students who have earned a 3.7 grade point average (based on a scale in which 4.0 = A) or higher for the semester ending in May 2017.

The following local students were named to the Dean’s List at Gustavus Adolphus College: Amery, WI Mykaela Otto Osceola, WI Olivia Ward Saint Croix Falls, WI Rebecca Thayer

Graduates from Northland College ASHLAND, Wis. - The following students graduated from Northland College.

Amery, WI Kristina Friese, BS, Biology, Cum Laude Balsam Lake, WI Evan Lunda, BS, Biology Centuria, WI Evan Lunda, BS, Biology

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For more information on becoming a mentor, or finding a mentor for your child, please contact the Kinship office at 715-4053900.

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STEVENS POINT, Wis. - The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point honored more than 2,560 undergraduate students for attaining high grade point averages during the spring semester of the 2016-2017 academic year.

Full-time undergraduates who earned grade points of 3.90 to 4.0 (4.0 equals straight A) are given the HIGHEST HONORS designation. HIGH HONOR citations go to those with grade point averages from 3.75 to 3.89 and HONOR recognition is given to those with grade point averages from 3.50 to 3.74.

Personalized certificates of scholastic achievement are being sent to those who earned highest honors distinction.

Students who received honors include: Clayton, WI Kelsie A Boettcher, High Honors Kyle A Larson, Highest Honors Clear Lake, WI McKenna J Hammons, Honors Frederic, WI Sarah R Morley, Highest Honors Rachel L Thomas, Highest Honors Jack Tricker-King, Honors Saint Croix Falls, WI Thomas M Foss, Honor

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$3.7 million settlement announced at Polk-Burnett’s 79th annual meeting CENTURIA – Approximately 160 members and guests attended Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative’s 79th annual meeting at Frederic High School Friday, June 9, where they heard from co-op leaders about plans for diversified power generation, SunTuria Solar and a $3.7 million nuclear settlement.

“The annual meeting gives co-op members a chance to meet directors and employees, learn about co-op performance and provide feedback. As a member of a co-op, you are an owner and have a voice,” said Polk-Burnett Board President Ed Gullickson, who welcomed members and called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

Where does co-op power come from?

Barbara Nick, president and CEO, Dairyland Power Cooperative, was this year’s guest speaker. La Crosse-based Dairyland Power provides electricity for 600,000 people in the region and serves as the wholesale power provider for 24 distribution cooperatives, including Polk-Burnett. Nick shared Dairyland's plan to diversify the generation resources that power Polk-Burnett lines and member homes, businesses and farms.

“Diversification reduces our carbon footprint, is sustainable and makes good business sense,” said Nick. “Our plan includes a careful balance of solar, wind, natural gas and hydro, as well as environmental controls for existing coal plants. Our target increases renewables and reduces coal to 50%of total generation by 2026.”

Nick also shared an update on Dairyland’s nuclear facility in Genoa, Wisconsin. An outside firm has been hired to decommission the plant, which has been shut down since 1987. On-site spent fuel storage will continue, and litigation continues over the government’s failure to provide permanent off-site storage.

Keeping your lights on General Manager Steve Stroshane reported that the co-op serves 20,241 members and has 60 employees, 53 on the electric side and seven for propane services. All are dedicated to providing reliable electricity, he said. Co-op employees maintain 3,378 miles of power line across 2,000 square miles. In 2016, $3 million was invested to upgrade the electric system, including 49 miles of power line construction and replace-

ment of 180 power poles in poor condition. “Most of us today can’t imagine life without electricity to power our appliances, electronics, computers and technology,” said Stroshane. “Polk-Burnett is proud to rank in the top 25% of co-ops in the nation for reliability.”

SunTuria Solar will provide clean energy at a long-term, stable rate Stroshane also announced Polk-Burnett’s new SunTuria Solar project, a 10-acre solar development to be constructed behind the co-op’s Centuria office later this summer. “This is the first utility-scale solar development in Polk County,” announced Stroshane.

“SunTuria Solar will provide clean, renewable energy at a fixed rate, replacing electricity from fossil fuels and providing long-term, stable energy prices.”

With 4,800 panels, it will generate power for about 200 homes.

The co-op offers other innovative technologies to serve members, including a SmartHub app where members can track electricity use, pay electric bills and check for outages online. Polk-Burnett also offers an online outage map and outage notifications via text messaging.

Not-for-profit co-op holds rates steady and gives money back Board President Gullickson reported that Polk-Burnett is financially solid and the co-op is efficient and effective at holding down costs, while providing member-owners with reliable power and extraordinary service.

Rates did not go up in 2017. They were restructured in 2016, with the kWh charge going down and the basic charge going up to cover fixed costs. The result was a reduction in revenue for the co-op.

“As a co-op, rates are set to cover the costs of delivering reliable electricity, not to generate profit, and all revenue beyond expenses is returned to members as Capital Credits,” said Gullickson.

In 2016, Polk-Burnett retired $848,000 in Capital Credits to 16,000 co-op members. $3.7 million nuclear waste settlement will be invested and returned to members Gullickson announced that Polk-Burnett received $3.7 million from Dairy-

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“We will invest $2.7 million into a project that replaces deteriorating underground cable and improves reliability for members,” said Gullickson. “This accelerates work that would have taken years to complete and aligns with our mission to provide reliable power. Beyond investing in system upgrades, we will retire an additional $1 million in Capital Credits in September. The special retirement will be paid out to members who purchased electricity in 1994 and 1995. If you purchased electricity in those years, you’ll get money back,” announced Gullickson.

In other financial news, Gullickson reported that the co-op showed $92 million in assets and $34 million in operating revenue for 2016; consolidated net margins were $3.3 million. Polk-Burnett sold just over 222 million kWhs of electricity and the cost to purchase that power was $17.8 million. The complete financial audit for 2016 is posted on PolkBurnett.com.

Improving our local quality of life Polk-Burnett also invests in local youth and community. Stroshane reported that $45,000 in scholarships was awarded to the sons and daughters of co-op members in 2016 and again for the Class of 2017.

In addition, Polk-Burnett’s Operation Round-Up program awarded $52,640 to 72 local, nonprofit organizations in 2016 to improve our local quality of life.

“Thank you for rounding up your elec-

tric bills; your small change makes a big difference,” he said.

Beyond financial support, Stroshane recognized co-op employees who performed 600 hours of community service last year. “Community support is a cooperative principle and core value,” he said.

2017 director election returns three incumbents to board This year, members elected directors in co-op districts 1, 2 and 3. Voter participation was 18.5%, with 1,233 ballots received. Members voted by mail and electronically, with online voting new this year. Election results were tabulated for ballots received May 1 to 30.

In district 1, Cindy Thorman ran unopposed and was e-elected. In district 2, Mike Morris ran unopposed and was re-elected. In district 3, Ed Gullickson, the incumbent, ran against Marlin Baillargeon. Gullickson was re-elected.

Polk-Burnett’s 79th annual meeting concluded with a member forum conducted by the board chair and general manager. Members asked questions and shared comments about underground v. overhead power lines, board representation by seasonal members, the basic electric charge and solar net metering.

All in attendance received a pound of cheese and LED light bulbs. Members also had the opportunity to win a $50 credit on their electric bill; 10 names were randomly drawn at the end of the meeting for this attendance prize. ~ from Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative

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HIGHER EDUCATION HONORS / ACCOLADES WITC says farewell to over 500 graduates SHELL LAKE, Wis. - Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College held its commencement ceremony on Friday, May 19 for the graduating class of 2017. More than 500 students were honored in commencement ceremonies across the four WITC campuses located in Ashland, New Richmond, Rice Lake and Superior. Students earned completion certificates, technical diplomas and associate degrees across a variety of programs.

Almena, WI Heather Thayer, Technical Diploma One Year, Medical Coding Specialist Amery, WI Adam Johannsen, Technical Diploma Two Year, Agricultural Power and Equipment Technician Amanda Fisk, Associate in Applied Science, Administrative Professional; Technical Diploma One Year, Office Support Specialist Christopher Smith, Technical Diploma One Year, Accounting Assistant Christopher Tourville, Associate in Applied Science, Criminal Justice Studies Cindy Haines, Associate in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant Dakota Cavalier, Associate in Applied Science, Early Childhood Education Hilary Morales, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing - Associate Degree Jonathan Howell, Associate in Applied Science, Business Management Joseph Novak, Technical Diploma Two Year, Machine Tooling Technics Josh Goglin, Technical Diploma Two Year, Agricultural Power and Equipment Technician Kimberly Zmuda, Associate in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant Reece Vergin, Associate in Applied Science, Architectural Commercial Design Rex Seim, Technical Diploma Two Year, Automated Packaging Systems Technician Balsam Lake, WI Lois Hunter, Associate in Applied Science, Administrative Professional Marisa Hacker, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing - Associate Degree Centuria, WI Lacy Pederson, Associate in Applied Science, Human Services Associate Logan Hansen, Associate in Applied Science, Human Services Associate Clayton, WI Adrianna Moskal, Associate in Applied Science, Health Information Technology Alyssa DuFault, Technical Diploma One Year, Medical Coding Specialist Claire Eckert, Technical Diploma One Year, Cosmetology Ryan Weiss, Technical Diploma Two Year, Broadband Technologies Clear Lake, WI Adam Boardman, Technical Diploma One Year, Welding Belinda Burns-Potter, Associate in Applied Science, Human Resource Management Jared Levendoski, Technical Diploma Two Year, Automated Packaging Systems Technician Kelsie Barney, Technical Diploma One Year, Medical Assistant Laura Hatch, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing - Associate Degree Michaella Hillman, Associate in Applied Science, Business Management Taylor Flaherty, Technical Diploma One Year, Cosmetology

Cushing, WI Jesse Loen, Technical Diploma Two Year, Automated Packaging Systems Technician Deer Park, WI Jenna Beebe, Technical Diploma One Year, Medical Assistant Joshua Marquand, Technical Diploma One Year, Entry Level Machining; Technical Diploma Two Year, Machine Tooling Technics Ryan Fouks, Technical Diploma One Year, Dairy Herd Management Ryan Mika, Associate in Applied Science, Architectural Commercial Design Dresser, WI Jennifer Steele, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing - Associate Degree Justin Mork, Technical Diploma Two Year, Machine Tooling Technics Nicholas Gibson, Technical Diploma One Year, Welding Frederic, WI Dylan Strait, Technical Diploma One Year, Welding Hunter Schmidt, Technical Diploma One Year, Welding Luck, WI Timothy Adams, Technical Diploma Two Year, Agricultural Power and Equipment Technician Milltown, WI Jonathan Bjork, Associate in Applied Science, Business Management Meekin Witthoft, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing - Associate Degree Randy Bruner, Technical Diploma Two Year, Broadband Technologies Osceola, WI Emily Rainer, Associate in Applied Science, Gerontology (Aging Services Professional) Emma Carroll, Associate in Applied Science, Human Services Associate Jennifer Kirchberg, Associate in Applied Science, Marketing Joshua Connors, Technical Diploma Two Year, Agricultural Power and Equipment Technician Julie Marlowe, Associate in Applied Science, Human Services Associate Kimberley O’Connell-Holt, Associate in Applied Science, Nursing - Associate Degree Mariah Zegarski, Technical Diploma One Year, Medical Assistant Mitchell Chandler, Technical Diploma One Year, Welding St Croix Falls, WI Brady Baker, Technical Diploma One Year, Motorcycle, Marine, and Outdoor Power Products Technician Noah Hedlund, Associate in Applied Science, Accounting; Technical Diploma One Year, Accounting Assistant Noah Richter, Technical Diploma One Year, Welding Phillip Slate, Technical Diploma Two Year, Automated Packaging Systems Technician Star Prairie, WI Daniel Scheeringa, Technical Diploma One Year, Motorcycle, Marine, and Outdoor Power Products Technician Lucille Brunberg-Koehler, Technical Diploma One Year, Medical Assistant Luke Luger, Technical Diploma One Year, Welding Turtle Lake, WI Candace Phillips, Associate in Applied Science, Accounting; Technical Diploma One Year, Accounting Assistant David Wiemeri, Associate in Applied Science, Finance Jessica Orf, Associate in Applied Science, Administrative Professional

Art Fair Award The Amery Woman’s Club reports that their 40th Annual Art and Craft Fair, held Saturday in North Park, was another huge success. Close to 100 vendors and many hundreds more eager shoppers attended the event. The yearly fundraiser raises monies to support community charitable organizations, and provides over $3,000 in scholarships to local students. This year’s juried artist winners were mother and daughter team Cory and Lisa Hayward (front row). Back row are judges Karen Odegard, Temitayo Oyegbile, and Ellen Anderson.

Author will speak on ‘Family Memories’ at Deer Park Library Local author, Sara DeLuca, will be presenting a program on Family Memories at the Deer Park Public Library on Tuesday June 27th at 1:30 PM. Sara is the author of two books published by the Minnesota Historical Society Press: Dancing the Cows Home: A Wisconsin Girlhood and The Crops Look Good: News from a Midwestern Family Farm. She will be reading from her books and discussing the importance of recording family memories.

Ms. DeLuca’s program is the beginning of the Build A Better World summer reading program at the Deer Park Public Library; as well as a celebration of the twenty years that the

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Deer Park Public Library has been in its present building. Appreciating our history and family memories are an important part of building a better world.

A memorabilia table of items from the Deer Park History Corner will be on display as part of the celebration. If you have items and memories from the Deer Park and Cylon areas please come share them during the week of June 27th.

This twenty-year celebration leads up to the Deer Park Community 4th of July celebration on Friday June 30th and Saturday July 1st.

During July, Deer Park Public Library’s summer reading program will include programs on Bicycle & ATV

Safety; Reduce, Reuse & Recycle; Electrical Safety & Alternative Energy Sources; Rocks & Minerals Collecting; Let’s Create Using Wood Scraps; and What Does It Mean When You Hear Local Foods? Friday Story Time continues throughout the summer.

Our programs are intended for participation by children through adults. For details and information call the Deer Park Public Library at 715-269-5464 or check our Facebook Page and website, www.deerparkpl.org. Deer Park Public Library is located at 112 Front Street West, Deer Park. Deer Park is the smallest municipality in the state of Wisconsin to have a public library!

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Friends, Friends Amery beach buddies, all groups were Willis, Ron, Steve, a little different than any others. Class Bill, Terry, and there’s friends became those in the school sysLeroy in the backtem, especially high school, who were ground. They became a classmates going through the ups and printer, banker, factory downs of a school year. worker, broadcaster, Church was also common ground, meat cutter, carpenter, from the grades and Sunday school and bartender.

The 1960 Growing through confirmation and for some setting of this photo up in of us, Luther League. Looking at the was the grounds at the confirmation photo, it amazes me what south end of the old Amery high school, just outside differences there were, but we had the Loren Elkin confirmation Saturday morning class the gym wall. in common.

When I look at this When Jack laid out some of his activpicture with the hindsight of 5 decades, ities with friends on the North side of I realize that the friends in school and Amery, I had no idea that there were in our youth varied greatly depending those groups. They also had their own on the situation. territory which often included North This group represented several catTwin and Pike Lake. They, on the other egories. There’s a neighbor kid in this hand, had no idea that South Twin had lineup; there’s nothing like the playan island or that to the west of Amery mates from the neighborhood. A small lay acres shot of indeand acres pendence, of land to playing with explore and those who settle. live down When this the road or hits home across the is at a class field. reunion. In Cousins thinking were a wonabout classderful group mates from to meet 50 years with and ago, I’d try play with, calling up cousins on both sides Childhood playmates, Willis, Ron, Steve, Bill, Terry, and Leroy memories about each who became in the background. person and friends for a what interlifetime. Reaction I had with each. Sometimes it unions or special events like threshing was little or none, and other times it or the county fair was special, a blood was a number of common adventures connection.

Sports companions and sports friends and experiences.

To you reading this: I’ll ask you to whether it be throw together games in think back on the variety of friends you the summer or organized football, bashad and figure out which grouping they ketball, and spring sports. There was a were in. In your daydreaming, driving, common bond, shared experience. or lying in bed, figure out your friendCamping buddies are another subship grid. I’m guessing and hoping it’ll group, the outdoorsy types who get a be fun. kick out of tenting on the shores of Pike Please email Loren at elkfarm.wctc.

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ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY Franco is a dog of a different color. He is a big dog in a small dog body, Red Heeler-Corgi Mix. This incredible medium sized fellow is Mr. Personality. He is a bundle of happy energy and like-

wise, laid back maturity.

Franco is a powerhouse pup. He wants to play with other dogs, go for walks, chase down the scent of backyard bunnies, sit in your lap and greet the day with gusto. Franco has the nature of the Corgi and the coat of the Heeler. He is two years old. Franco is a dog that makes you smile. As you can see, he is like no other.

Summer is in full swing and so were adoptions last week. Calico Camille, Maine Coon Wendell and Mitted Tuxedo Paco posed for their adoption photos and went out the door to new lives. Puppies Jensen, Marley and Oliver were available for one day before they were scooped up. Cairn Terrier Mix Zack, Schnoodle Dustin, Longhair Chihuahua Mix, Prince and Aussie-Catahoula Annie also went home.

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of your own, Black Lab-Border Collie Mixes, Rowdee, Lillie and Calamity are ready to meet you.

They are three months old and full of beans, very sweet and anxious to learn and play.

Available in a larger size are: Loki, a Black Lab Mix with fetching skills, Rooney, a tall American Bulldog Mix and Pete, a red and white Lab Mix. All are exceptional dogs with different qualities to recommend them.

Rooney is a big baby with a Bulldog mug. He wants to be your lap dog but his size will only allow him to lean into your legs.

He would gladly take up the whole seat on the couch next to you. Rooney is a muscular boy. When he wags his tail (which is almost always) you learn to get out of its’ way. Even his tail is muscular.

Loki is an all around happy camper; ready to play fetch, chase squirrels, announce the arrival of visitors and provide sidecar companionship.

Pete is a Mixed Breed.

He has a short Lab coat with patches of Red over his head and back. He reminds me of the talking dog on the new hit TV show, “Downward Dog.” Pete is a great dog! He is 10 months old, playful, easy to walk on leash and always happy to see you.

Rex, Oreo and Captain are smaller canines.

Rex is a Pug-Chihuahua Mix. He is gentle and

quiet. Rex loves to cuddle and curl up at your feet. He would be an excellent companion for a Senior citizen. Oreo is five years old; Chihuahua-Dachshund. He too would make a great Seniors’ dog. Oreo is super easy to walk. He prances along at a moderate pace and takes the time to smell the roses.

Captain is a Yorkie, two years old, full of pep and proclamations. He is a terrier after all.

Feline companionship is available with Wilson, Cheryl, Julia, Essie, Lizbeth, Cahli and kitten Stella. Julia, Essie and Julia are mature gals with lap-side petting listed as their favorite activity with relaxation a close second. These girls were surrendered when their caregiver moved to a nursing home. They are used to the pampered, quiet life.

Wilson wants to be everyone’s friend. He is docile and playful. He would make a great pet for younger children.

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“Meet Your Amery Business”, Clear Lake Days activities included in this issue of the Amery Free Press What a beautiful sunrise this morning!

Some times Mother Nature really out does herself.

Thank you, thank you to everyone who had a part in the Pounding first concert of the season for Music On the The River. Despite Pavement the rain, hundreds of people-young and Pam Humpal old, joined the fun along the river. It was awesome from the bee-bopping music to the delicious food, dancing, car show, and visiting with family and friends. The next concert of the Summer is scheduled for Friday, July 21, with music by Chris Kroeze Band. Mark your calendars for Music On The River sponsored by the Amery Community Club.

“Meet Your Amery Business”…this week’s featured business is AMERY DISCOUNT LIQUOR. The Smith family and crew is in their 30th year of offering fine wines and liquors at discount prices. Amery Discount Liquor is located on the south end of Amery, and

is open 7 days a week for your convenience.

“Light The Marquee”! The Amery Arts Alliance is excited to host an open house and debut entertainment event at the Amery Classic Theatre in downtown Amery. The event is set for Thursday, June 22, with the open house starting at 6pm with wine and cheese followed by a full line up of comedy and music. Admission is free with concessions available. The Amery Arts Alliance has many activities planned at the theatre for the future. Stop the Amery Classic Theatre on Thursday and take a look.

The annual Clear Lake Heritage Days is set for this weekend, June 2225. The activities begin on Thursday with a free concert “Noah & His Band”.

Friday has city-wide garage sales, June Dairy Month activities, carnival rides, petting zoo, pedal tractor pull, and live music by “Compromise”. Saturday is the 5K Run/Walk, the Grand Parade at 11am, demo derby, coronation of Miss Clear Lake, and music by “The Weekenders”. The event ends on Sunday with a Car, Truck, Motorcycle, Tractor & Vintage Snowmobile Show plus music

Back: Rachel, Ryan, Dave, Ariel, Graeme. Front: Pam, Gavin, Bentley, Matt, Finn.

by “Rockman”. For specific details about Clear Lake Heritage Days please see the front page of The Tab found in this issue.

Upcoming area events include… *Friday, June 30-Amery’s Giant Ice Cream Sundae served in Soo Line Park at noon. *Friday, June 30-Deer Park Days at the Village Park includes grilled chicken dinner, homemade donuts, deep fried handmade cheese curds, bean bag tournament, fireworks at dusk plus music by “Stone Daisy Band”. *Saturday, July 1-2nd Annual Antique Parade at 10:30am in Deer Park. *Saturday, July 1-Wanderoos 50th Anniversary Independence Day Celebration with Kiddie Parade at 10:45am, Grand Parade at 11am, 5K Run/Walk, Old Timers Softball, Horseshoe Tournament, Bean Bag Tournament, Kids games, Fireworks, and a street dance “Rural Route 5”. *Tuesday, July 4-Amery Fireworks.

And thinking of the Fourth, the Amery Free Press will be closed on Tuesday, July 4. Our issue for that week will be published on Wednesday, July 5. Deadlines are at 4pm on Friday, June

30, for The Tab and the Amery Free Press. Thank you in advance for your cooperation with the early deadline.

Here are some more June Dairy Month fun facts for you to share*A cow chews her cud for up to 8 hours each day…almost 30,000 chews daily *Dairy cows give more than 7 gallons of milk each day…that is 400 glasses of milk *The first cow in America arrived in the Jamestown colony in 1611 Happy 17th Anniversary on June 24 to my nephew and niece-in-law, Brian and Kelly. Enjoy your special day!

This past Sunday, the Humpal family had a picnic at Deer Park to get together as Butch(Dave’s brother) and Shari are here visiting from Alaska. All of the cousins had a good time reminiscing about back in the day. Along with the mini-family reunion, it was also a fun chance to celebrate Father’s Day. As you can tell from the following photos, it was a great opportunity to get some family pictures taken.

Summer officially begins on Wednesday…enjoy each and every day!

Shari, Phyllis, Butch, Dave, Elaine, Pam, Paul.

Beaver Brook Badgers 4-H held June meeting We began our June meeting at the Prindles house with pledges and then roll call. Roll call was on your favorite part of the fair.

Old business: On Friday, July 28, our club is scheduled to work the Polk County 4-H food stand from 10:00-2:00 pm at the fair. We will need eight members and two adult leaders to work. If you can, please sign up with Lori Egge. You will

need a hat to wear during the shift.

On Monday July 17, Monday July 24, and Saturday July 22 from 8:00-12:00 pm will be the fair clean up days. Please attend one of these days to help get the grounds ready for the fair.

New business: June 16 is when we will be serving cheese and crackers at Bremer Bank in Amery from 10:00-2:00 pm. Sign up with the

Prindle, Kelling, or Carlson families to help out.

If you show animals a the fair and would like to be in the barn overnight, you will need to complete a pass at the fair to do so.

Check your Clover Connection for information on the pre fair shooting sports, archery, cat show, dog show, and much more. Livestock weigh in times are all on Wednesday, June 26 from 6:008:00 pm. You will need to

have paperwork specific for your species in order to weigh in. Check the Clover connection for more.

All fair entries aside from llamas and dairy need to be in place by the evening of Wednesday, July 26 at the fair.

Remember to go to the administration building at the fair grounds to get you entry tickets and wristbands. The building will open at 12:30 pm. All

projects must stay at the fair until Sunday, July 30 at 4:30 pm. Be sure to check with your species for your specific pre fair barn set up day.

Be sure to start finishing up your awesome fair projects within the next month!

We will not have a July meeting. Our next meeting will be Sunday, August 13 at the Town Hall.

Remember to take lots of photos of your projects

for your record book!

Those record books are due August 22.

We had a demonstration by Courtney Glenna on her schools 3D printing project. Joe Glenna showed us his Hedgehog, Sonic. Brady Prindle talked about his chickens. See you at the fair!

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FOOD STANDS • BEER GARDEN • CARNIVAL RIDES BY EARL’S RIDES Clear Lake Koozies $2 *Village Medallion Hunt: For People of All Ages 16th Annual Friends of the Library Book & Plant Sale Clear Lake Museum. Home of Burleigh Grimes and Gaylord A. Nelson.

Dunk Tank

THURSDAY, JUNE 22

NOAH & HIS BAND

SATURDAY, JUNE 24 Fastbreak 5K Run/Walk 8 a.m.

FREE - LIVE IN CONCERT 7 p.m.

Clear Lake High School. Registration 7-7:45 a.m.

Contact Rebekah 715-986-4103 or rebekah@therapy1.net.

Wristband Special at Carnival 5-8 p.m.

TRADITIONAL GRAND PARADE,

FRIDAY, JUNE 23

Music by “The Geezers”

In the Heritage Days Tent

following the Grand Parade

44th annual Demolition Derby

Wristband Special 1-5 p.m. at Carnival

Coronation of Miss Clear Lake and Coronation of Junior Royalty. 8 p.m.

Clear Lake Park Chalet 2 p.m.

Sawdust Pile 5:30 p.m.

Fantasy Corral Petting Zoo Pedal Tractor Pull. Registration 5:30 p.m.

Live Music! “THE WEEKENDERS”

Live Music “COMPROMISE”

SUNDAY, JUNE 25

6 p.m. Ages 3-12 years. All participants receive a prize!

9 p.m. Heritage Days Tent

Clear Lake High School Gym. Admission $5.

Playing 8 p.m. - Heritage Days Tent

12th Annual Car, Truck, Motorcycle, Tractor & Vintage Snowmobile Show Downtown Main Street • Registration 10 a.m.

• Show 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Many Awards • Awards 2 p.m.

MUSIC, FOOD & BEVERAGE AVAILABLE

Enjoy Clear Lake Heritage Days

Music by “ROCKMAN”

KEMPS

KEMPS

Half & Half

Chocolate Milk

1 pt. carton

1 gallon jug

99¢

KEMPS

Ice Cream

Selected Varieties it 2 132 oz. pail

Lim ase ple

4.88

$

Fresh

Red Seedless Grapes

99¢ lb.

$

Pepsi or Mt. Dew Products 12 oz. cans

3 for 12 $

Gaterade

Thirst Quenchers Selected Varieties 32 oz. bottle

10/ 10 $

2.99

OPEN ACRES

Chicken Breasts 2.5 lb. bag

3

$ 99

Keystone Light

30 pk. 12 oz. cans

12.99

$

Check us out at www.nilssensfoods.com

Stop in for . . .

•Pizza whole or by the slice •Beer •Liquor •Gasoline

Hair Design • Gift Studio • Quilter’s Corner

CR Convenience

FRIDAY, JUNE 23

960 South Ave. W. (Hwy. 63), Clear Lake 715-263-3444

Stop in for advanced Carnival Ride tickets (until Friday), Medallion Clues and Garage Sale Maps

Main Street, 11 a.m.

Citywide Garage Sale 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

June Dairy Month Activities. 11 a.m.

Heritage Days Tent.

FREE Ice Cream, Cheese & Crackers, Nachos, Milk.

Enjoy Clear Lake Heritage Days!

•Kemps *Nilssen’s •Postage Stamps Dairy Products Blue Ribbon Meats for sale •Kodak Kiosk •ATM Inside •Greeting Cards $1

510 Third Ave. • Clear Lake • 715-263-3440

Celebrating 27 years!!

Sizzling Summer Stockup Sale Sale table inside including “Kenra” Buy 1 Get 1 1/2 off

“Enjoy the Weekend”

Family Owned since 1903 265 NW 5th St., Clear Lake Phone 715-263-2513

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

We 8 accept

www.nilssensfoods.com

Don’t forget Nilssen’s Market makes a full line of smoked meat and sausage!

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ENTERTAINMENT

JUNE 20, 2017

www.theameryfreepress.com

Rodney is awesome! He does such a good job cleaning windows and mopping and windows. I love Rodney! He is perfect. I love Rodney and he is great at cutting grass and Rodney does a great job shoveling snow!!!

Love Sarah!

I’m so proud of Rodney!!

FOR SALE

4 bar height, cabin style, heavy duty, pine swivel bar chairs.

2 - $200; 4- $350

715-268-4455

Violin Lessons

ALL AGES Beginning to Advanced Teacher in Amery since 1988 Graduate of American Conservatory of Music, Chicago.

Member of American String Teachers Association

Janette Cysewski 715-268-6610

Looking for a used Yamaha stand up Jet Ski

More area happenings and events can be found on the Out & About page

The Mumm Barn, 944 40th St., Clayton *Free will donation meal throughout the day* *Cash Bar Available* *Free shuttle to and from the Clayton School* *Silent and Live Auction*

Blue, black or white

Call 612-599-1729

It’s SUMMER at Willies RV Full Service Shop and On-Site Service to Campgrounds.

2 miles north of Bloomer, WI at Intersection of Hwy. 53 and Hwy. 64

A fund has been set up at the Citizen’s State Bank in Clayton: Barry Ketz Benefit Account.

Check us out on Facebook “Benefit for Barry Ketz” East Immanuel Presents

Koinonia Singers

Come see our large selection of over 150 New Jayco and preowned RVs.

Friday June 23, at 7 p.m.

Menu: BBQ Sandwich, chips, pickles, homemade pie, ice cream, beverages

Little Falls Lutheran Church

1272 44th Ave., Amery FREE WILL OFFERING (Carry-outs Available)

Ladies of the Labyrinth 11th Annual Tea Party

It Happened at Big Moosehead Lodge

Sunday, June 25

(Sanctuary if raining) East Immanuel Lutheran Church, 207 120th St., Amery

East Immanuel Lutheran Church Outdoor Chapel

Join us at the Outdoor Chapel

TRAVEL TRAILERS TOY HAULERS FIFTH WHEELS Exclusive Jayco RV Dealer Since 1968

Sunday, June 25 4-7 p.m.

On November 25, 2016, Barry was hunting on his land with friends and family when he fell from his tree stand and was severely injured. He was airlifted to Regions where he had surgery on vertebrates 6 and 7, which were causing pressure on his spinal cord. At this point, he still has no feeling from his chest down. This benefit is to help offset medical costs and other expenses they have and will incur, including home renovations and vehicle costs.

Amery Fall Festival is September 15-16-17, 2017

Little Falls Pie & Ice Cream Social

Benefit for BK (Barry Ketz) Sunday, June 25, 11 am-6 pm

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

Light the marquee!

Show your support during this open house and debut entertainment event for the Amery Arts Alliance Featuring music by ‘Trigger Happy,’ as well as other dramatic and musical talent

Thursday, June 22 Open house with wine and cheese 6-7 p.m.

Live entertainment begins at 7 p.m.

Free admission, concessions available Reservations not required

At the Amery Classic Theatre

Downtown Amery

2 p.m.

$8.00

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

AREA GOLF LEAGUES Clear Lake Women’s Golf League June 13 results A Flight Low gross: Lori Larson 46 Low net: Cathy Gorres 30 Low putts: Cheri Lee 14 Game: Emily Monson B Flight Low gross: Sherri Munkelwitz 50 Low net: Mary Smith 32 Low putts: Jody Hadac 15 Game: Sherri Munkelwitz C Flight Low gross: Marva Perry Low net: Diane Blanchard and Cheryl Bussewitz 33 Low putts: Laurene Klatt, Laura Gehrman, and Carrie Magnuson 18 Game: Maggie Johnston D Flight Low gross: Gretchen Demulling 64 Low net: Laura Briesemeister 30 Low putts: Mary Younger 16 Game: Linda Shafer Closest to Pin on drive: All Flights Mary Schradle Mau Birdies: Cindy Johnson and Sherri Munkelwitz Chip ins: Jan Bergren, Sherri Munkelwitz, Laura Briesemeister and Mary Younger TEAM STANDINGS Rowdy Rebels ... 15 Slice Girls ................6 Goof Balls ......... 12 Wild Whackers .......6 Sharks ............... 12 Backwoods Hackers 3 Chipper Chicks ..9 Golf Bags..................3 7 Brothers ...........6 Happy Hookers .......3

Amery Women’s Golf League 18-HOLE LEAGUE June 14 results A Flight Low gross: Sheryl Forshier Low net: Paula Fussy Low putts: Paula Fussy Game of the day: Sheryl Forshier B Flight Low gross: Susan Olson Low net: M.J. Smith Low putts: Ione Gjerde Game of the day: Ione Gjerde C Flight Low gross: Daryl Beadle Low net: Judy Park Low putts: Judy Park and Daryl Beadle Game of the day: Judy Park Chip-ins: Gloria Lansin #5, Paula Fussy #11, Susan Olson #12 Birdies: Daryl Beadle #2, Paula Fussy #11 9-HOLE LEAGUE June 14 results Division A Low gross: Tracy Anderson 43 Low net: Gwen Wold 35 Low putts: Susan Olson 19 Division B Low gross: Sid Jones 55 Low net: Bette Elmer 38 Low putts: Mandy Brotzel 18 Division C Low gross: Jill Olson 57 Low net: Sheri Berg 35 Low putts: Ore Schock 20 Game winner: (tie) Sid Jones and Mandy Brotzel Chip-in: Sid Jones #18

ENTERTAINMENT

JUNE 20, 2017

www.theameryfreepress.com

This is where you will find Garage Sale ads EVERYTHING MUST GO!!!

THE “BIG GARAGE” SALE

BIG FAMILY GARAGE SALE!

Thurs. June 22, 8-5 Fri. June 23, 8-3

Boys clothes, girl clothes, women clothing, a little bit of everything for everyone

Antique table and 4 chairs, size 10 to 12 girl’s clothes, size 12 to 14 boy’s clothes, toys, household misc., furniture and tools.

Many household items.

Rugs. Pampered Chef.

German mugs. Honeywell fan. Quality clothing. Wood splitter with Honda engine.

Come check it out June 23rd & 24th, 8 am to 5 pm 214 Donatelle St., Amery

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!

9 am to 6 pm Thurs. June 22, 9 am to 5 pm Friday, June 23, 9 am to 11 am Saturday, July 24

2.5 miles west of Amery off of Cty. Rd. F. 721 South Shore Drive

510 95th St., Amery South of Amery schools RAIN OR SHINE

944 Sunflower Way, Amery

HUGE GARAGE SALE

Wednesday, June 21, 3-7 Thursday, June 22, 8-5 Friday, June 23, 8-5

1070 Wood Court, Amery

Kids clothes baby-teen, toys, bikes, cribs & more.

Beautiful glass hutch & other household items.

(half price on Friday)

Metal queen bed frame, queen bedding, toddler bed w/ mattress, 5’ dining table w/18” leaf and 6 chairs, plastic bins all sizes, household and garden items, large Barbie house w/furniture, games, girls clothes 6/6x.

MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE

1065 65th Ave., Amery (1 mile west on Hwy F)

Dishes/household items, furniture, lamps, bar stools, wheelbarrow, extension ladder, fishing sled, antique rocker, garden tools, firepit, rug shampooer, scrapbooking and quilt material, books, name brand toys, 17” tires-like new, JD kids Gator. Clothing: kids, Jrs., mens & womens S to XXL.

Thursday, June 22, Noon-5 pm Friday, June 23, 8 am-5 pm Saturday, June 24, 8 am-noon

Thurs. June 22, 1-7 pm Fri. & Sat. June 23 & 24, 8 am-6 pm

GARAGE SALE

Everything excellent condition - dirt cheap!!

Girls 3T to 10/12. Boys small to 18/20. Ladies small to XL, lots of summer items. Mens Lg to XL. Household items - counter type refrig. Wii gaming system. Tires 195 65 R/15’s. Electric guitar/case and amp. Stand-up sander/ grinder. Cub Cadet shaft driven riding lawn mower, 42” cut w/extra set of blades and bagger.

June 21st thru 24th, 7 to 3 each day

728 85th St, Amery

MOVING SALE

Friends & Family GARAGE SALE

417 10th Ave., Clear Lake

Thursday & Friday, June 22 & 23, 8-4

Friday & Saturday, June 23 & 24 7:30 am-4 pm

813 Melrose Ave., Amery Fashionable clothing sm.xlg. Purses. Shoes. Jewelry.

Scarves. Kitchen, home decor. Lots of misc.

A lot of antiques - butter churn, weatherware, crystal bowls, whiskey barrels, tools, milk cans, dome cedar chest.

Outside holiday decorations.

LOOK FOR SIGNS!

GARAGE SALE

GARAGE SALE

Wednesday, June 21 Friday, June 23, 10 am-4 pm

We love to hear from our subscribers, advertisers and readers. Here are the many ways you can contact us:

Friday, June 23, 8-noon

Lots of clothing, bike, Christmas decorations, school/office supplies, jewelry.

921 Sunflower Way, Amery

Mail: Amery Free Press, Box 424, Amery, WI 54001

Electric ice auger, minnow buckets, ATV helmets, camping chairs, ATV flat fuel tank, VCR camera, 35mm camera with many lenses, nursing scrubs, like new men & womens clothing, camping chairs, books.

Phone: 715-268-8101 FAX: 715-268-5300

One mile north of Clear Lake on Co. Rd. JJ. Fire #438. Magnuson

Email: Tom Stangl: tstangl@ theameryfreepress.com

In observance of the

Jessica de la Cruz: editor@ theameryfreepress.com

4th of July

Pam Humpal: phumpal@ theameryfreepress.com

Amery Free Press office will be closed Tuesday, July 4

Diane Stangl: dstangl@ theameryfreepress.com

KANABEC COUNTY

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Deadline for the Wednesday, July 5, issue is The Tab and Amery Free Press Friday, June 30, at 4 p.m.

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CLASSIFIEDS PHONE: 715-268-8101 | FAX: 715-268-5300

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JUNE 20, 2017 www.theameryfreepress.com

Deadline for the Classifieds page is Friday noon

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

Associate Dean, Continuing Education (Customized Training)

Gerontology-Aging Services Professional Program Instructor

Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College New Richmond Campus

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

Job r Fai

FOR RENT 1 BR apt.

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

$340/month $340/deposit

Redwood Apts.

Clear Lake 715-263-2346

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

Looking for a Summer Job? LAKESIDE FOODS IN NEW RICHMOND, WI is looking to fill a

Field Scout Position

June-August/September Must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid drivers license Contact info: Lakeside Foods Office: (715) 243-7367 Human Resource Office: (715) 716-4979 M/F/D/V Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

No applications will be issued/accepted in person before or after June 27th

AFP advanced food products llc 600 First Avenue West Clear Lake, WI 54005 -ORApply online any day before June 27th 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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

What motivates you?

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

JUNE 20, 2017

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Golden Age Manor in Amery, WI would like you on our team!

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Deadline for the Classified page is Friday noon

RN or LPN– Evening Shift

2:30pm-9:00pm (or) 10:45pm Part Time, including every other weekend 8 shifts every two weeks

Prism Plastics Products is now seeking applications for:

We welcome new graduates!

Starting Wage: $20.89- $26.56

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 now.

Deadline to apply online: 6/30/17

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

NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING Unity School District

High School Special Education Teacher Position: One full-time position serving grades 9-12, beginning with the 2017-18 school year. The Unity High School Special Education program has courses in Mathematics, English, Living Skills and Social Skills. Responsibilities include evaluation, IEP development, and implementation of instructional supports and services for students with disabilities at Unity High School. Coaching and/or advisory positions may also be available.

Qualifications Necessary: Qualified applicants of high character should possess a high level of content knowledge; believe all students can learn and that teachers play an active role in the learning process; display strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills; enjoy working with teenagers; be willing to collaborate with colleagues; have strong technology skills as Unity High School is a 1:1 iPad school; and be dedicated individuals who exhibit a strong desire to improve student learning.

Requirements: Applicants must have appropriate DPI licensure (801, 810, 811, and/ or 830), or be eligible for such licensure.

How to Apply: Qualified, interested persons should apply by completing a WECAN Application online at https://wecan.education.wisc.edu/#/. Please upload to WECAN your resume, transcripts, and three (3) letters of recommendation.

Application Deadline: until filled EOE Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.

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.

Highway Maintenance Polk County Highway Facility Starting Wage: $19.05 Full-time - Non-Exempt Position 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

We love to hear from our subscribers, advertisers and readers. Here are the many ways you can contact us: Mail: Amery Free Press, Box 424, Amery, WI 54001 Phone: 715-268-8101 FAX: 715-268-5300 Email: Tom Stangl: tstangl@ theameryfreepress.com Jessica de la Cruz: editor@ theameryfreepress.com

Mental Health Therapist Polk County Government Center Full-time - Non-Exempt Position Starting Wage: DOQ Assess and provide clinical therapeutic services to children and adolescents, and adults with identified mental health diagnoses.

This position provides direct clinical outpatient evaluation and treatment services to individuals, families and groups residing in Polk County, and is responsible for the provision of psychotherapeutic services to clients seeking mental health services or participating in the agency Emergency Services Program.

Requires a Master degree in Social Work or related field, must be certified or certifiable under Wisconsin statutes as a LCSW, LMFT or LPC - preference will be offered to LCSW. Deadline to apply: July 6, 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

Pam Humpal: phumpal@ theameryfreepress.com

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

We are growing!

JOIN OUR TEAM! Quanex Building Products, a leading manufacturer in the building products industry, is seeking quality conscious, self-motivated, production associates to join our 2nd shift team at the Luck, WI location.

Current Openings: •Off Bearers •Moulder Operators •Machine Operators •Summer Help

Diane Stangl: dstangl@ theameryfreepress.com Bette Elmer: belmer@ theameryfreepress.com Our office is located at 215 Keller Ave. S. We are open from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Monday - Friday

Quality Inspector 1st Shift

Amery, WI

Full Time PM (0.8) Registered Nurse/LPN *2,000 Sign On Bonus* Or

2nd shift - Monday through Thursday 3:30 pm-2:00 am (overtime as required). **Part-Time Positions Available** We offer a competitive starting wage $11.50-$13 depending on experience, plus a shift incentive, a complete benefit package including paid vacation, holidays, 401(k) and pension along with a progressive work environment.

*3,000 Tuition Reimbursement*

Don’t miss out on a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic growth oriented company!

Come join our team and find out why Willow Ridge

Please send your resume or apply in person to complete an application at:

Healthcare is the premier Rehabilitation and Long Term Care provider in the area!

Contact Nicole Verdon at 715.268.8171 Or email resume to apaul@rphfcorp.com

Associate Dean, Firefighting/ Technical Rescue/ Occupational Safety Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College At Any Campus Location The Associate Dean, Firefighting/Technical Rescue/Occupational Safety establishes a customer base and develops strong external and internal relationships. This full-time management position provides program leadership and manages state-mandated training, customized fire and technical rescue, occupational safety, and additional emergency management programming to emergency service agencies and business and industry throughout the WITC district. This position reports to the Divisional Dean, Continuing Education.

For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply visit our website at: http://witc.edu/employ Deadline to apply: July 7, 2017 WITC is an Equal Opportunity/ Access/Affirmative Action/Veterans/ Disability Employer and Educator TTY 711

$500 Sign On Bonus with successful completion of 1st 6 months!

Sign On Bonus applies to FT Employees

FT Die Cutter FT & PT Electronic Assemblers Flexible schedules.

Starting pay between $7.74-$9.76 BOE

FT Screen Printers

Five or Eight hour days - 5:30 am-2 pm or Four 10 hour days Mon.-Thurs. 5:30-4 pm No experience needed - on the job training

APPLY TODAY! www.gdsiswitches.com Send resumes to: Cheri Richards at richardsc@gdsiswitches.com

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.

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

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Meet Your Amery Business Golden Age Manor

North Ridge Hearing Company

Stop struggling with Hearing Loss.

•Free 60-Day Trial •Free 4-Year Warranty •Leasing Options Available

Quality Hearing Care from a state licensed Audiologist.

Deirdre Worrell, F-AAA / CCC-SLP 228 N. Keller Avenue, Amery, WI 54001 751-381-3111

220 Scholl Ct., Amery, WI Phone 715-268-7107

www.NorthRidgeHearing.com

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

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

265 Griffin St. E, Amery Phone 715-268-8000 www.amerymedicalcenter.org

*Licensed in Minnesota and Wisconsin

Willow Ridge Healthcare

Duane R. Swanson Philip N. Kluge Jordan T. Wold

400 Deronda St. Amery 715-268-8171

115 Keller Ave N., Amery, WI 54001 (p) 715-268-7832 (t) 888-890-0787 www.bridgewhatmatters.com

Left to right: Jen Wright, Kevin Smith, Mike Martin, Rick Van Arnam Not pictured: Jim Nelson, Rachel Hart, Ashley Forrest, Roger Smith.

Hwy. 46 and Griffin St. Amery, Wisconsin (Near River Place Mall) Phone 715-268-8149

Amery Discount Liquor 1015 Cornwall Avenue in Amery OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 9 A.M.-9 P.M. Raise a glass to Amery Discount Liquor!

Now in their 30th year, Amery Discount Liquor is the area’s destination for hard-to-find beer, wine and spirits. You’ll find them just across from Riv-

Dena Cress and Darren Booth

1060 Riverplace Mall, Amery Phone 715-268-HOME (4663) info@stonecreekcustominteriors.com

Erspamer Law Office

571 State Rd. 46, Amery 715-268-2550 erspamer@amerytel.net

erplace Mall on Amery’s south side, with a handy covered parking area that keeps you dry when the weather isn’t. Their hours are easy to remember, open nine-to-nine every day.

Let them help stock your fridge for cookout season! For hard-to-find

Braces & Invisalign as low as

$189/Month NO DOWN PAYMENT

beer and microbrews, Amery Discount Liquor has the largest selection in Polk County, with over 420 varieties to choose from, and more on the way.

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Amery City Council Activity

BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

The Amery City Council met Wednesday, June 7. Highlights of the meeting were as follows: Public Works Public Works has been working on some storm sewer issues. Harriman Avenue will soon be closed down for about half a day for some much-needed resurfacing, date to be determined.

Several cement pads and donated benches have been installed in Michael Park. The brush dump continues to be open the first and third Saturday of the month from 9-12.

Police Department Assistant Police Chief Joe Vierkandt reports that (since the city council meeting) Hayden Russell has been officially charged in criminal damage to property in relation to the vandalism of a city squad car and Chief Marson’s personal vehicle on April 30. Vierkandt added that several cars have recently been stolen with keys inside them, unlocked. Please use common sense and avoid making yourself vulnerable to these types of crimes.

People should be extra cautious of children and additional pedestrian traffic while school is out.

Vierkandt also thanked the council for the opportunity to participate in the organizational consultant’s workshop at Lake Wapogasset, and thanked the Community Club for being recognized as employee of the year.

Clerk/Treasurer/City Administrator Clerk Treasurer/Administrator Fran Duncanson reports a lot of recent activity with zoning and permits, including six separate fence applications following the Memorial Day weekend.

The newly formed Tourism Commission has met and designated the Community Club as the organization to remit the funds collected from room taxes. The group planning a proposed hotel continues to press forward in the various moving pieces of that project.

Duncanson also reports several insurance claims, including hail damage, vandalism, a crash into the library book drop. Duncanson also thanked

the council for the time spent with the organizational consultant.

Management Analyst Management Analyst David Chanski reports that the water recreation study received over 430 responses, more than the housing study as far as percentage.

The data will be analyzed and a report is expected to be presented at the August council meeting.

The walkability policy alternatives will be discussed later this month at the Public Works committee meeting, as far as where the council would like to see things go. The city website is now capable of taking online reservations for park facilities, including shelters, campsites, etc. Patrons still have the option to pay in person at city hall.

The city will soon integrate online payments for utility bills, which should be ready for July. The council approved a two-year ordinance recodification, which will soon begin with the process of RFPs. Finance/Personnel The Finance Committee met to discuss picking up any miscellaneous charges to Chief Marson’s vehicle during the April 30 vandalism. The matter was tabled pending any charges yet to be filed. The suspect in the matter has been officially charged with the crime since the committee first met on the issue.

Campground fees have been moved back from $40 to $30 a night due to community response and pressure to do so.

The city will no longer provide payroll services to the lakes district, as they are not in the accounting business.

The committee discussed and the council approved a different call-in and overtime policy with the street department, similar to what is done currently with the police department.

The city recently enforced its overtime policies which were not being implemented consistently across all departments, and resulting in annual overtime payments of roughly $70,000. The enforcement would make it difficult to mandate public works employees respond on an on-call basis, therefore an adjustment for public works staff was

necessary.

The finance committee also discussed a lease agreement with the Community Center. The new lease would be a $25,000 annual lease with other stipulations for appliances, etc.

The city feels they have reached a tentative agreement on an updated lease.

Parks and Recreation The Parks and Recreation committee met to discuss a field use agreement with Jorgenson Field and the local softball association. Billing and maintenance responsibilities between the association, school and city have not been clearly defined or consistent.

Committee members pressed to take over a larger role in having access to auditable documentation. City Clerk/ Treasurer Fran Duncanson will meet with softball association officials to work through accounting matters.

The Amery Cemetery Association has ongoing budget concerns, but the matter will be tabled until later this summer during the annual budget process.

The South Twin pickleball courts will receive additional nets.

The city signage eastbound on Highway 8 in the Apple River township continues to be an ongoing issue. The council agreed on a tentative proposal to allow Peter Henry to move forward with his plans, and the removal of the city signage pending its approval.

Councilman Rick Van Blaricom suggested a makeover the westbound sign

by Pure-N-Simple for the short term.

Signage has not been budgeted for 2017.

Public Safety The safety committee has received several complaints on public nuisance ordinances. People need to be aware of ordinances in regards to junked vehicles, weeds, etc. Councilwoman Vicker asks that if you have a neighbor and you’ve tried talking to them without results, please contact the city for further action.

The weather sirens are being checked following them not working correctly on May 16. Responsibly for offering storm shelter access at Golden Age Manor was also an issue, and is being addressed.

Other Business Cedarcorp presented several options for the rehab of the Flagpole Park lift station . The council heard a proposal on removing many of the below ground components and installing an above ground pre-made building that would house the majority of the lift station mechanisms. Cost of the project will be around $180,000 and construction slated for October-November. The project will be quoted this month, with results brought back to the next council meeting.

The council passed a new resolution to ask for DNR funding for the proposed boat landing at North Twin. The resolution is identical to one passed in January, but had to be re-passed to reflect the change in staffing at City Hall.

The Village of Clayton will join the Amery/Clear Lake municipal court system. Council members approved a new ordinance to reflect the addition.

Councilman Strohbusch did not feel that Clayton would add significant workload to the existing municipal court staff.

Action Taken After discussing the Management Analyst position in closed session, the council voted in open session to pay David Chanski’s health and dental benefits retroactive to January 1, 2017, increase his salary between now and the end of the year by $3,000, and pro-rate the benefit time he would have accumulated this year. With confusion about Chanski’s actual employment status, and previous committee meetings that discussed contracting an employee to complete three specific studies for the city, the Amery Free Press asked for clarification on Chanski’s employment status. Acting City Administrator Fran Duncanson reported that Chanski was considered a regular full-time city employee as of January 1, but did not offer clarification as to why health and dental benefits were not immediately offered at that time. According to Deb Trandum, the city’s Human Resources representative, she was told “no benefits” at that time, and that directive did not come from Fran Duncanson.

Have a seat Thanks to the generosity of area resident ‘Uncle Bob’ Holm, and the late former city resident Mark Iwaszko, Michael Park has two new benches to offer weary visitors. The benches were installed this month. Holm donated the benches as something nice to do for the city.

Iwaszko’s estate donated the bench in his memory.

CONTRIBUTED

Tree for Amory Students in Mr. Simonson’s fourth grade classed closed the year with a special tribute to their growing friendship with the city of Amory, Miss. The students planted a magnolia tree on the Intermediate School grounds, in recognition of the new sister city relationship.

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Scouts participate in flag retirement ceremony

Members of the Amery Cub, Boys and Girls scouts assisted in a Flag Retirement ceremony June 14, Flag Day, at the Amery VFW. Flag Day is one of the days set aside to retire flags that are worn or frayed to the point that they should no longer be displayed.

These flags are burned in a ceremony outlined by the National Flag Foundation.

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The Longest Day Wed. June 21st Sunrise to Sunset

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Go to www.alz.org (Alzheimer’s Association Website) Click on Donate Donate to the Longest Day Type in “Riverbend Crew” under Donate to a Team!

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All donations should be written out to Alzheimer’s Association and returned to: Riverbend Senior Living • 475 Golfview Lane • Amery, WI 54001 (715) 268-9949

We are raising funds and awareness for the Alzheimer’s Association and the duration of the sunrise-to-sunset event symbolizes the challenging journey of those living with the disease and their caregivers.