Burnett County Sentinel E-Edition 01-22-2025

BURNETT COUNTY Sentinel

Plow crash requires emergency action

Totaled truck considered critical equipment

BY GREG MARSTEN EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

It’s rare that a vehicle crash would require the attention of the full County Board and a resolution, but this one did: A Dec. 20th, 2024, crash between a passenger vehicle and a Burnett County Highway Department (BCHD) plow truck in Grantsburg luckily caused no serious injuries, but the damage to the plow truck was so significant that it has been deemed a total loss by the county’s insurance company, forcing the county to set aside $375,000 as an emergency replacement action.

The totaled plow truck was slated to be retired in the 2026 budget cycle, but county administration is pushing a resolution before the full county board to move the timeline up and replace the damaged truck ASAP.

“Since our plow trucks are considered critical equipment for the County, we are seeking to replace the truck as quickly as possible,” County Administrator Nate Ehalt said in his request to the Administration Committee and the full County Board. The request will be

Movies returning to Webster

A monthly throwback to old times

BY GREG MARSTEN EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

It’s been decades since Webster had a movie theater, although the building still stands, the original projector reportedly is lying dormant at the top of the stairs, hiding high

above the false ceiling of the Webster Community Center. As the story goes, brothers Charles and Rick Armstrong started the old “Webb Theatre” at the Webster Community Hall in 1937, showing weekly movies. The Webb was run for a while by Earl Jeffries, and later by Jim and June Campbell until it closed for movies in 1960.

SEE MOVIES, PAGE 10

70 years ago, it was known as The Webb Theatre at the Community Hall, now on one Saturday a month, the historic Webster Community Center is reviving its former self.

The BCSO Emergency Response Team and Grantsburg Police Dept. use shotguns like this example, marked so officers are aware of what they are using.

Meet ‘Stella the Sturgeon!’

Webster’s proposed ‘Sturgeon Park’ plans are coming together, as is the funding and long-term plans. The focal point of the future park on Hwy. 35 is the state record, pole-caught sturgeon, caught just a few miles away on Yellow Lake. The new park will celebrate that record catch, also offering a place for ‘selfies,’ picnics, walking and eventually, restrooms and shelters - if all the pieces come together and state grant funding is approved. The park would be on Webster School land, and the school board got a preview. See page 2 for more.

‘Less Lethal’ tactics and training expands

Grantsburg PD joins other agencies in effort

BY GREG MARSTEN EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

The Grantsburg Police Department has joined the Burnett

County Sheriff’s Office and other local agencies in adding the use of a “less lethal” form of firearm.

Grantsburg Police Chief Jared Woody noted that the department has gone through the training and has converted two of their Remington 12-gauge shotguns to be used for launching “less lethal” beanbags, made by Combined Tactical Systems.

Chief Woody and his officers have been through training with the Burnett County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) Emergency Response Team (ERT) for safe and effective

SEE CRASH, PAGE 11

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Webster’s Sturgeon Park plans grow

Yes, a giant fish is part of the plan

BY GREG MARSTEN EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

Plans for the pending ‘Sturgeon Park’ in Webster continue to coalesce, as the Webster Chamber of Commerce shares a vision for the park and cross their fingers they are approved for a unique state ‘Vibrant Spaces” grant to make it exceptional.

The property in Webster is on State Road 35, right in front of the Webster Elementary School. Village President and Chamber member Ed Dedman has led the Sturgeon Park crusade, crafting a presentation to accompany the state grant proposal, which the Webster Board of Education saw on Monday, Jan. 20. Since the school district owns the property, it was an important step in the park coming to fruition. Dedman said the park proposal is not just for beauty, but to help define the village, create a place of interest for stop by tourists, and to give Webster its own sort of notoriety.

“It’s about celebrating the State Record sturgeon,” Dedman told the board, noting that there have been a number of coincidences since it first came to the forefront last summer, as they wanted to celebrate something other than a deer. Instead, they noted that the state record, pole-caught Sturgeon was caught right near Webster.

“This amazing fish was a 170.5-pound sturgeon caught on Yellow Lake by John J. Procai on September 22, 1979. The approximately 100-year-old sturgeon was 79 inches in length with a 39-inch girth. Mr. Procai released the fish after it was registered,” Dedman recalled. “Perfect! A record right here in Webster that wasn’t a big buck! It was all we could dream of! But wait … where in the world can we get a large enough statue of a sturgeon to use for this project and do justice to the Procai catch?” Turns out, the stars aligned for the project, as he researched ‘giant sturgeon statues’ and found more kismet, referencing a town near Green Bay that had recently erected a giant, sturgeon statue as a monument.

Yes, a 15-foot-long Sturgeon statue! Dedman found the name of the creator, and contacted the artist, near Green Bay.

“Would he build one for us? Turns out he had already made a second one, which was sitting in his back yard,” Dedman said, adding that they asked if he was interested in taking it off his hands, leading to some “quick negotiations” they were able to pur-

chase the second Sturgeon the artist had in his backyard, unused but weathered.

The stars aligned, as the artist was willing to sandblast, refinish, clear coat and finish the Sturgeon, which they were able to buy on one condition: It had to be named after his granddaughter.

“Meet Stella the Sturgeon!” Dedman said as he revealed the finished statue to the Webster Board of Education, adding that the giant fish will have her own social media page, and will perch on a giant base, set up to make camera “selfies” easy.

Dedman said the Sturgeon Park proposal is set to have three phases, starting with replacing the current signage and landscaping at the corner of County X and State Road 35 – on school property, with Stella proudly being seen from all directions, right above a new ‘Welcome to Webster’ sign and proposed village logo, which he also revealed. (See the front page.)

Sturgeon Park is a combined effort between multiple organizations, including the Webster Chamber of Commerce, Webster School District, Webster Lions Club and the Village of Webster, who have all signed off on the project.

Webster School administrator Josh Hetfeld told the board and Dedman that they are working on a lease agreement for the corner property but reiterated that the district is fully in support of the project, which will be much more than just a statue.

“I envision walking trails, accessible community park space, pavilions for family get togethers, tables, chairs, and eventually two restrooms,” Dedman said, adding that the second phase would be to create the park around the sturgeon and Webster signage, with new landscaping and three multi-use pavilions.

The final phase would be to add to the trails and historic signage for the statue and 1979 record, as well as construct the two restrooms.

Dedman said the grant they applied for through the state Economic Development Corporation has a $50,000 max, which must be matched. He said they have already exceeded that amount and are just $16,000 short of their desired $132,00 goal to make all three phases happen. He said they could use more donors and sponsors and said several Webster-area businesses and individuals have already committed to promoting the park and Stella.

“So, talk it up!” Dedman said, hoping that word of mouth will help with the excitement and advancement to the final goal.

Details emerge in Officer-involved shooting

State involved in investigation

BY GREG MARSTEN EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

rived, and one of them confronted Sonnenberg at the front of the home, while another officer stood by with his weapon drawn.

A felony criminal charge and several other charges have been filed against the 41-year-old Webster man who was shot by a local police officer last month during a domestic dispute, where the perpetrator had brandished a knife.

The incident took place at a private residence north of Hertel in the Town of Sand Lake in the afternoon on Monday, Dec. 16, 2024.

According to the criminal complaint filed in Burnett County Circuit Court, Andrew Sonnenberg, 41, broke into the home of a former partner and her family while he was intoxicated to retrieve property and talk with a shared child. He apparently wanted to pick up a vehicle, but the former partner attempted to lock him out – as he had a nocontact order – and she also tried to hide from him and keep him out of the home.

She did not want him to contact the child or retrieve the truck, due to his apparent intoxication.

Sonnenberg is alleged to have broken into the home and gone into the kitchen, where he retrieved a large kitchen knife. He then threatened the woman with the knife, and she worked to keep him from going into a part of the home to find the child.

The woman had called police when she first saw him arrive, because of the no-contact order, so law enforcement officers were on the scene shortly after he ar-

Police body camera video appears to show police trying to negotiate with the man, with one officer saying “Andrew, this has to stop,” as Sonnenberg was just inside the home. He then is seen emerging from the home with his arm in the air, in a possible stabbing motion, refusing to drop the knife.

That was when one of the officers fired shots at him, although from the report it is unclear how many shots were fired. Sonnenberg fell to the deck and was treated by the officers immediately, as an ambulance was dispatched. He was taken to a local hospital for medical treatment and reportedly told one of the officers that he was “suicidal.”

Sonnenberg was treated for his gunshot injuries and later released. He appeared in court on Friday, Jan 3, where Judge Melissia Mogen set a $50,000 cash bond with “no contact” orders for anyone involved.

All told, he is facing one felony charge of first-degree Reckless Endangerment – Using a Dangerous Weapon; as well as four misdemeanor counts that included Resisting Arrest – as a Repeater; Violating a Restraining Order – both as a Repeater and with a Domestic Abuse modifier; Criminal Trespass – Repeater, With Domestic Abuse; and Disorderly Conduct – again as a Repeater and with a Domestic Abuse modifier.

All told, Sonnenberg faces the possibility of over 25 years in prison – over 17 years from the felony alone - if convicted on all counts.

He is slated for an initial appearance on Wednesday, Jan. 22 before Judge Mogen, shortly after press time.

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Tips of the Week

from Gene Johnson and Matt McMillan

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FRIDAY, JAN. 24

Free Bread

FALUN— 8 a.m. Trinity Lutheran Church in Falun gives away free bread every Friday yearround beginning at 8 a.m. until gone.

Meat Raffle

WEBSTER— 5:30 p.m. The Webster Lions will be hosting a meat raffle on Fridays North of Webster at the Gandy Dancer Bar on County Road U.

SATURDAY, JAN. 25

Meat Raffle

DANBURY— 1 p.m. American Legion Post 403 will be holding a meat raffle every Saturday at Wild Water Bar & Grill.

Meat Raffle

GRANTSBURG— 6:30 p.m. The American Legion in Grantsburg is holding a meat raffle every Saturday at The Foxhole.

MONDAY, JAN. 27

Evening Walking

WEBSTER— 4 – 8 p.m. Open walking of the school halls at the Webster High School is open Monday through Friday. If the school is closed, there is no open walking that day. Please take the time to sign in daily at cueclass.com prior to your walk.

TUESDAY, JAN. 28

Storytime

WEBSTER— 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Larsen Family Public Library has Storytime every Tuesday beginning at 10:30 a.m. Storytime activities include a story, singing, and arts and crafts. Go play, learn, and grow together. For more information, visit their website at webster. wislib.org.

Republican Party Meeting

SIREN— 7 p.m. Burnett County Republican Party will meet at the

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BCTC Annual Meeting

The Burnett County Tourism Coalition invites everyone to their annual meeting which is set to take place on Tuesday, Feb. 4 at 2 p.m. at the Lodge at Crooked Lake. Special guest Christopher Jennings, a Regional Tourism Specialist with Travel Wisconsin will be there. There is no cost to attend and all are welcome.

Burnett County Government Center, Rooms 162/163 and 160. Call 715.349.2859 for details.

WACC Meeting

WEBSTER— 11:30 a.m. Due to the bitter cold weather, the meet-

ing of the Webster Area Chamber of Commerce has been moved to Tuesday, Jan. 28. Join them for the meeting at Northwest Passage Gallery.

Co-op taking applications for 2025 board election

CENTURIA – Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative holds elections each spring for co-op board directors. This year, board positions in co-op districts 4, 5 and 6 will be on the ballot. Members residing in those districts have an opportunity to get involved in co-op decision making by running for a seat on the board. Applications for the 2025 board election are now being accepted from co-op members in districts 4, 5 and 6. The deadline to apply is March 7.

District 4 includes the towns of Balsam Lake, Apple River, Beaver, Clayton and Almena. The incumbent director is Joe Metro of Balsam Lake.

District 5 includes the towns of McKinley, Maple Plain, Georgetown, Johnstown and Crystal Lake.

The incumbent director is John Ukura of Luck.

District 6 includes the towns of LaFollette, Dewey, West Sweden, Lorain, Roosevelt, Luck, Clam Falls and Bone Lake. The incumbent director is Wilfred Owens of Frederic.

As a cooperative, Polk-Burnett is owned by its members and governed by a board of directors elected from its membership. Board directors serve a three-year term and attend monthly meetings to guide policy and budget decisions. All co-op members in districts 4, 5 and 6 will have the opportunity to vote in the 2025 board election. Ballots will be mailed April 28 and members can vote by mail or online. Election results will be an-

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK:

“To announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we are to stand by the president, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public.” - President Theodore Roosevelt (May 7, 1918 - Kansas City Star)

WEATHER

nounced at the co-op’s 87th annual meeting June 6.

“Members of Polk-Burnett have the opportunity to make their voices heard and represent their neighbors by taking an active role in cooperative governance,” said Steve Stroshane, general manager. “Democratic member participation is one of the great advantages of a cooperative. I encourage you to consider serving on the co-op board.”

Co-op members interested in running for a board position in districts 4, 5 and 6 may contact the general manager’s office at Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative, 800-421-0283, ext. 313, for an application packet.

Learn more about Polk-Burnett’s board of directors and see a map of co-op districts on polkburnett.com.

GREG MARSTEN | SENTINEL

OPINION

That Guy

Iwant to share a (years ago) fever dream that has since become the draft outline of a screenplay; In a nutshell, it’s about a fella who is the general contractor working behind the scenes of an evil genius/Bond villain-type on his remote, private island.

I know, I know, “Nobody likes evil villain movies anymore, Mars! Not in this political climate!”

Anyway, the evilgenius has yacht loads of cash and the attention span of a tetra, but he has lots of enemies, and like many evil oligarchal villains, he needs people who are loyal and can get things done. He needs That Guy.

Sentinel Editor

Greg Marsten

Yes, all evilgenius-types – and there is a type – need a That Guy: someone who knows construction, engineering, hydrodynamics, 3D printing and is CAD-capable, a quality electrician, masterful welder, computer programmer, gunsmith, martial arts master, solar and hydraulics specialist, heavy equipment operator, sous chef, and a world class importer who MUST know about plumbing, plumbing, and more plumbing!

C’mon, it’s a lava rock island, with no power, few water sources and exotic plants that cause rashes everywhere! Try getting workers to hand dig in those conditions, you need 50 tasers!

That Guy must also design and create exotically engineered jail cells meant to torment, torture and force a slow passing of evilgenius’ enemies with an endless variety of exotic creations: lava-ringed shark tanks; hidden, remote control machine-gun/ laser rooms; an adjustable barometric pressure fake tea room; and many small, isolated Enemy Rooms ready for “enemy time” using things like fire ants, head lice, bed bugs, forced lip implants, nonstop Kid Rock singing, paper cuts, speeches about life insurance, repeated ice cream headaches, and many more surreal, exotic evilgenius punishment flavors, TBD. (Watch this space!)

Worst of all is “The McDouble Room,” which evilgenius envisioned being “cold on one side and hot on the other” - presenting some serious condensation issues that stumped even the best MIT engineers they kidnapped.

Worst of all, That Guy is also tasked with keeping evilgenius’ Island budget in check, but constant demands for new and more exotic weaponry make it a real challenge – do you know how hard it is to get weapons-grade uranium after COVID? Exactly. Super tough. (Thanks, Biden!)

Ancillary costs are tough to keep in check while maintaining a roaming herd of cute, clothed giraffes – the evilgenius loves giraffes! - which just hang out in the hollowed-out mountain mansion, requiring 28-foot ceilings everywhere, and wellspaced Acacia trees. (Can you say, “giraffe pee stains on velour?” Exactly.)

It ain’t easy being an evilgenius’ fixer, and contractor, and primary exotic animal supplier. Don’t even get him started on the HR issues behind handling 250 indentured servants/workers, wanting

SEE EDITOR, PAGE 8

Always next year

The National Football League’s postseason rolls along, with the championships of both conferences scheduled for this weekend.

The Super Bowl will be played next month, and the hype and spending will continue for another year. I read the NFL is considering extending its season so the Super Bowl can coincide with Presidents Day and the Monday holiday after the Super Bowl can become a reality.

From the Publisher’s Desk

Tom Stangl

Yes, that has been a thing for a few years now.

Look, I know as Americans it is our right to be over the top on many things. We eat and drink too much, we party too much, and we don’t work enough. We are entitled to our entitlements – I think it’s somewhere in the Constitution. If it isn’t, it should be included. Why isn’t Congress working on this now?

The Super Bowl audience is traditionally a high-water mark for television. Commercial rates are set accordingly so local affiliates can make some money on the game as well. Some people tune in just to see the commercials, and news stories are done about which ads were good and which ones were bad.

Most local folks who are fans of the Green Bay Packers or Minnesota Vikings are working their way through the seven stages of grief after their teams exited in the first round of the playoffs. Fourteen of the 32 NFL teams make the playoffs. If your team was among the teams playing, congratulations. If you are a fan of a deadbeat team like my Miami Dolphins, who missed the playoffs again this year, you are farther along in your grieving process, moving through shock/denial, anger, bargaining, depression, guilt, testing and on to acceptance.

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I would argue it takes a while to move past anger, but that’s just me.

How invested I get in a sports team never ceases to amaze me. Like many other fans, I feel better on Mondays when my team wins on Sunday. If they lose, it takes a while to get over the sting and accompanying funk that follows. Clearly, the tribal gene is hard wired in many of us at our core.

Rationally, I know I could do nothing to change the outcome. I made all the tackles I was supposed to, wore my lucky article of clothing, drank my game-day cup of coffee in the team mug, and said my prayers. But still, despite my best efforts, my team fell short. I also know when grown men play a child’s game there are many, many variables. Weather, egos, coaching, officiating, and crowd interactions all play a role in the outcomes. It is a team sport, so everyone on the field potentially has an impact on every play.

This allows pundits to opine about how good or bad a player or strategy is when they run replays several times to point out what could have gone better. Of course, the actual play takes place in just a few seconds at speeds over 20 miles an hour.

I will do my best to enjoy the big games, looking closely to see if there’s a redemption story to root for, a villain to root against or a local tie to latch on to and connect with.

Packers and Vikings fans, take heart. Like the other 26 teams sitting on the sideline, as Jim McKay always said on ABC’s “The Wide World of Sports” the “thrill of victory and the agony of defeat” will be there for you next year.

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

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

Skip the resolutions

Habits are hard to change, so skip the resolutions. It may be a good idea to have your spouse, children and other special friends help you make them. You know what I mean?

About the Town Gene Johnson

Be gentle, be kind, be encouraging, and that’s not always easy.

In all our newspapers we try to celebrate success, years of service, and enter contests within the associations for quality of work.

The Press celebrates years of service of staff members. On a snowy day in December, Myrna Press reached

the 17-year mark at the front desk as executive assistant to Carter and Gene. At the end of the day, she was presented a gift for being the first one at work that day, as a number of employees surrounded her with accolades of loyalty and competence. When asked, “What made you come in on this snowy day, or at least not come in until a little later?” she answered, “It’s just how I was raised.” She grew up on a farm in North Dakota where a strong work ethic was expected. Maybe by now you have found it interesting that her last name is Press.

LAST CALL FOR BALLOTS

I thought our November state and national elections were over. They are still counting ballots and

there is likely to be some re-elections where ballots can’t be found right here in Minnesota. On the presidential side, there were people who were surprised at the outcome. Maybe there were lessons learned. Minnesotans were frustrated with the spending that had been going on and the corruption in food programs for children, not holding construction and software companies to their bids, dealing with the safety of light rail and the overruns of the light rail construction in the southwest metro. The project is now delayed nine years.

People voted across the country and showed their displeasure with government leadership,

State Supreme Court race could set another spending record

After the deluge of ads and campaigning surrounding the presidential race in swing state Wisconsin, you may not be ready for this.

Capitol Report

But the big-money race for ideological control of the state Supreme Court is underway. And some are betting that the two candidates and their allies will exceed the record $56 million spent in 2023, when liberals won control of the court for the first time in 15 years.

Why the fast start? The stakes are high, there is no primary, and the two combatants have been known for months: Dane County Judge Susan Crawford vs. Waukesha County Judge Brad Schimel, a former GOP attorney general.

Crawford and Schimel have already raised a combined $5 million.

And traditional players such as Americans for Prosperity have already been working doors in Wisconsin for Schimel. And AFP reports a $1 million digital buy that will run through the April 1 election, pushing its investment in the race to more than $1.3 million since mid-November.

In early January, Crawford announced she had raised $2.8 million since getting into the race in May, while Schimel said he had pulled in $2.2 million since

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Groundwater Study accolades

To the Editor:

The Burnett County Groundwater Study rightly earned headline news in this paper’s Jan. 15, 2025, issue. I attended the Jan. 9, 2025, presentation of the study’s initial findings and was very impressed by the quality of information and how it was presented. It was government at its best. As the Sentinel reported, the final study will give us a tool for making land use deci-

announcing his bid in November 2023. By comparison, the four candidates who were vying for an open seat in the 2023 election had combined to raise $1.7 million over a similar time frame.

WisPolitics eventually tracked more than $56 million in spending in that race as liberal Janet Protasiewicz won, ending 15 years of conservative control on the state’s highest court.

Energized by Donald Trump’s victory in November, conservatives are hoping to flip the court back in April, with many insiders trying to figure out how Trump’s first few months in office could play into the race. History has shown that while Trump supporters will turn out when he’s on the ballot, they aren’t nearly as enthusiastic to head to the polls when he’s not.

Conversely, the incoming president has a special talent for inspiring Dems to turn out against him, whether he’s on the ballot or not. November’s loss was a crushing blow for Dems, though, and some wonder whether progressives are ready to get themselves off the mat and back into the fight.

Some Wisconsin conservatives, meanwhile, wouldn’t mind seeing Trump’s campaign pledges of mass deportations and high tariffs to progress incrementally until after April 1. That scenario could give the GOP base just enough inspiration to remain engaged without possibly hitting swing voters in

their pocketbooks or throwing red meat to the liberal base.

Insiders also note the shifts in the off-year electorate in Wisconsin since Trump first came on the scene. Those college-educated suburbanites that were once the backbone of the GOP have moved away from the Republican Party in the Trump years, but they still turn out at a higher clip than the blue-collar workers that now make up a big portion of the party base. Trump also made inroads with voters of color and college students in 2024, but neither has a long track record of getting heavily engaged for spring elections.

And progressives still have Dane County as a turnout powerhouse.

The state’s second-largest county produced 141,672 votes in the spring 2023 state Supreme Court election, compared to the 134,505 that came out of Milwaukee County, even though the latter’s population is 59% higher. Groups such as Turning Point USA bragged about efforts to turn out conservative college students for Trump last fall and are pledging to be involved again in Wisconsin this spring.

Some are skeptical of just how much impact Turning Point had. They’re more focused on whether Elon Musk gets invested in the race, calling him a new wild card in politics with his PAC.

One of the big assets for Protasiewicz was the state Dem Party providing nearly $10 million

SEE CAPITOL REPORT, PAGE 10

RMoments of fame

sions that protect groundwater. It does so by showing where and why parts of the county’s groundwater might be susceptible to contamination by certain land uses, such as bad septic systems, landfills, or over-spreading manure. This means Burnett County is ahead and has a chance to avoid costly clean-up crises by preventing them from happening. This is bedrock conservativism. Kudos to the staff of Burnett County and the Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey and the UW-Stevens Point

Center for Watershed Science and Education for designing a study that was relevant to practical decision-making. Kudos to the Burnett County Board for investment in the county’s future. Kudos to the UW staff for communicating the complex science in a usable way. They made every word count. Kudos to the Sentinel for recognizing the importance of water to Burnett County by covering the story and making it headline news. Anne Taylor, Webster

Wok with Me

Peter H. Kwong

emember Andy Warhol? The renowned visual artist who became more famous by painting Marilyn Monroe and Chairman Mao Tse Tung’s portraits, Brillo boxes, and Campbell soup cans in many different vibrant colors? I think he once said, “In the future, everybody ‘will be’ famous for fifteen minutes.” I do not remember if he used those exact words. Did he say that folks ‘should be’ famous, or ‘will be’ famous for fifteen minutes? It has been so long ago, I guess it must not have been that important. Yes, I do agree that we should get some recognition by others of who we are, and what we have done to benefit our families and others in the community; and fifteen minutes would include a lot of accomplishments. But I have a hard time understanding the ‘will be’ famous for fifteen minutes part. Everyone ‘will be’ famous for fifteen minutes? And famous for doing what? Most of us are just ordinary folks, doing the same ordinary things day in and day out. What do we have to do to make us famous? And for fifteen minutes? I guess winning the pie eating contest in the State Fair can get us noticed, but not on the front-page news. Downing 10 shots of tequila in 60 seconds at a bachelor’s party can get cheers and hoorahs for a minute or two from the buddies, but not fifteen minutes. So, what does one have to do to get the fifteen minutes of fame? Unlike movie stars or popular politicians, they are already well known locally or abroad. Any words they say, the fashionable clothing they wear, or any daily affairs can cause a stir around the world. But for us common folks, what do we have to do to earn our fifteen minutes of fame? I do not think the world cares about what we wear when we go shopping. The best way to get noticed is by getting mentioned in the Guinness Book of Records – common

SEE ABOUT THE TOWN, PAGE 10

by Patzy Wenthe

Brrr! It’s cold out there! Well, Wisconsin winters are known for cold temperatures and snowfall. Wisconsin winters can be rough, wind chill is no joke. Despite all our complaining, winter in Wisconsin can be kind of awesome.

I’m not sure who and where all the fishing reports are being reported from but there are claims of catching their limits. But you got to give those fishermen credit for getting out there on these cold days. I guess maybe some are practicing for the upcoming American Legion fishing contest.

Remember tickets are on sale now, if you can’t find someone at the Legion to purchase one, stop by the Center, I have a few to sell.

We have had a very nice turnout for the Nutrition Program daily. A few new faces have been attending. It’s great to meet new people and share stories while enjoying a good meal.

Remember, ALL meal reservations are required to be at least 24 hours in advance. So, please, call Siren: 715-349-2154 for your requests.

Questions about the center or other requests, call the center at 715-463-2940 or email us at: gburg118@ gmail.com. You can contact Patzy Wenthe at 715222-6400 for any other questions.

Coming Events:

• Pink Squirrel – Feb. 12-16: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

• Soup & Soul – Jan. 27: 6 p.m.

• Crex Coffee and Muffins – Feb. 7: 7:30 – 9 a.m.

• Legion Fishing Contest – Feb. 8: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

• Fun with friends, everyday!

Veteran’s health portal deadline approaches

Pertussis

outbreak update

BY BECKY STRABEL SENTINEL

Burnett County veterans are reminded that time is running out to access the MyHealth e-vet online Veteran’s Administration health portal without first creating a login.gov or id.me account. According to County Veteran Service Officer (CVSO) Ella Parker, the deadline was January 1, but the VA pushed it back to January 25.

At the county health and community service committee meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 14, Parker encouraged veterans to set up one of the two sign-in options which are now needed to access any va.gov website.

“Aaron Bentley is set up to help any veteran in need of assistance with these accounts,” said Parker. “Otherwise, they’re not going to be able to check or order meds online or anything like that. It is one of the bigger new things happening this year.”

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

HHS Director Ashley Williams thanked the committee and the county board for the support they have lent to employee engagement and are planning targeted initiatives for employee wellness for the upcoming year. She also summarized completed projects that included staff training, community outreach and internal education.

With the new year, the behavioral health unit has redesigned a couple of positions to better fit

Student Week the

A salute to excellence in our schools

Alanis Sutherland Grantsburg

Alanis Sutherland is Grantsburg’s student of the week. She is a sophomore this year and is the daughter of Curtis Sutherland and Nicole Mothes. Alanis is one of the top students in Integrated II. Math does not always come easy to her, but she works hard and possesses the ability to put her head down and work until it does come. She enjoys her schoolwork and is always happy to tell her other teachers what she is learning in AP Psych or Biology. Alanis is always willing to help every student in the class. She is the type of person who everyone likes working with, because she brings them along with her, quietly guiding them to understanding. Alanis treats everyone in the class with kindness and patience. Sometimes, outside of school, she works for her father’s business Sutherland Exteriors, and two of her biggest hobbies are watching Gilmore Girls and F1 racing. After graduation she would like to attend college to get a degree in psychology. One of the biggest influences in her life is her grandma Ruth Mothes because she taught her perseverance and that when you do a job, it needs to be done right.

Kaden Vogland Webster

Nico is Siren’s student of the week and is a sophomore this year. Nico is a dedicated and hardworking student who excels in academics and extracurricular activities.

A.P. Psychology is Nico’s favorite class, showcasing a love for learning and curiosity about the human mind. Beyond the classroom, Nico is actively involved in the school community as a member of the National Honor Society and serves as the Vice President of the Student Council. Nico also participates in cross country, track, and the Juggling Club, demonstrating a diverse range of talents and interests. Outside of school, Nico works at Silly Bird on nights and weekends, balancing responsibilities with impressive commitment. Nico aspires to attend college in the future, though the specified path is still being explored.

staff and community needs: Behavioral Health Case Manager which combined adult protective services and emergency mental health crisis services and CCS/ CLTS Position that combined Comprehensive Community Services and Children’s LongTerm Support (CLTS) waiver program to better support the growing CLTS caseload.

Williams is also hopeful that the area will have valuable representation at the state level as Sen. Romaine Quinn and Assembly Rep. Karen Hurd are now on the Joint Finance Committee.

PUBLIC HEALTH UPDATE

As noted last week int eh Sentinel, there has been a noted outbreak of pertussis - also known as whooping cough - declared in the Grantsburg School District, with six confirmed cases, including three within a single family. While cases are currently mild, the highly contagious nature

of pertussis necessitates close monitoring and proactive measures.

Public Health Director Anna Treague is closely monitoring the outbreak, communicating with schools and healthcare providers, and emphasizing the importance of vaccination and prompt medical attention for suspected cases.

Treague also updated the committee on an outbreak of Avian Influenza – “Bird Flu” - that has affected a local poultry farm, resulting in the depopulation of two barns containing 10,000 birds each. No human cases have been reported. She recommends maintaining biosecurity measures in poultry facilities and implementing hygiene practices for visitors to backyard flocks.

Overall, the health department continues to emphasize the importance of hand hygiene, masking when ill (especially in healthcare settings), and staying informed about public health updates.

SNHU announces Fall 2024 President's List

It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Fall 2024 President's List. The fall terms run from September to December. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.700 and above for the reporting term are named to the President's List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits over each 16-week term or paired 8-week terms grouped in fall, winter/spring, and summer.

Madeleine Johansen of Webster Gregory Shelton of Grantsburg

Kaden Vogland is Webster’s student of the week. He is a sophomore this year and is the son of Travis and Erin Vogland. Kaden consistently demonstrates exceptional effort in class, always actively participating. He is willing to help in any area, including working with Santa at the Fort or volunteering for various church projects. He excels as an A student, even while taking advanced classes. Kaden is involved in the school musicals, Student Council, NHS, Forensics, football, basketball, trap, track, band, choir, and is a School Representative of the Burnett County Board. For enjoyment, Kaden likes to build models outside of school and plans to attend UW Madison for Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering. He truly believes in hard work and dedication.

Students named to Dean's List for fall 2024

The following students from the area have been named to the University of Wisconsin-Stout Dean's List for the fall 2024 semester.

The award is presented to students who have a grade point average of 3.5 or above.

Siren:

Chase Anderson, BS Computer Science

Ellie Eklof, BFA Studio Art

Webster:

Carly Good, BS Human Develpm & Family Std

Sidney Simon, BS Psychology

Danbury:

Luke Ashworth, BS Mechanical Engineering

COLLEGE HONORS

OUTDOORS

AN OUTDOORSMAN’S JOURNAL

Big storm in Mississippi

BY MARK WALTERS

Hello friends,

There is some adversity in this column but all you can do when bad luck hits is do your damage control, take care of business, and be happy that you still have a heart beat...

This is the second and last column on a nine-day adventure that I took to Delta National Forest near Rolling Fork, Mississippi where I camped with my brother Tom and took part in a trophy whitetail and hopefully wild boar hunt.

Sunday, Dec. 29

High 64, low 49

Last night this part of Mississippi was hit by some hard storms and not very far away a tornado did some damage and took someone’s life. Tom and I have a regular way we start our day. He sleeps in his toy hauler, and I sleep in mine with Ruby and Red. Long before daylight we get up and I leave camp by duck skiff for my hunt and Tom drives to his.

Today would be day five of our adventure and on day one, I passed up two bucks that I probably should not have. To harvest a buck here it must have a 15-inch inside spread or an 18-inch antler. Both bucks were that big, but I was two minutes into my first hunt when they came by, and I was not confident.

Tom has seen one shooter but could not get a good shot as these deer spend most of their lives in what the hunters here call thickets and there is no way you can get a shot in a thicket, much less walk through them. Thickets are generally surrounded by massive oak and cypress forests and that is where you have your best shot opportunity.

I have written several times about the very good friends that I have made from the Dustin Hariel deer camp. This gang numbers maybe 25 hunters ranging in age from 6 to 70 and they are the toughest group of people that I have ever met. They are from Poplarville, Mississippi and have a large cabin that is built eight feet off the ground due to flooding.

Dustin and his gang hunt deer with dogs (beagles) in the morning and hunt in the afternoon. They are strong Christian men and have welcomed Tom and I into their group.

The dog season began on Christmas day which was my first day on my seven-day license and this year as much as I love every bit of this type of hunting, there were too many hunters.

On average two to three groups a day would come through wherever Tom and I were hunting and just so it does not sound like I am whining, even the dog hunters felt there were too many dog hunters.

CONTRIBUTED

Every dog used to run deer wears telemetry, so the hunters know where it is during the

and when

A lot of the groups use beagles as they are slow and methodical, each dog is given a collar with telemetry. One to three hunters run the dogs and the rest of the group scatters out over what might be at least two square miles, where they think the deer might run.

Tom and I did this one day and the deer pretty much seemed to stay ahead of the slow-moving beagles and no deer were harvested.

Like I said I love the dog hunting option and are privileged that we were given the chance to take part in it, but next year Tom and I are going to come a week or so later as most dog hunters and every other

WEEKLY WAG

We’re not through the first month of a new year and already it’s been very busy with lost and stray animals coming to us. With it being so cold, we are happy they are being well cared for while we try to find their owner and while some go back to their home, sadly many don’t. If it’s too cold for you, then it’s too cold for them!

Shelby came in as a stray on Sept. 12 and has been waiting for over 130 days to find a home. This beautiful 4 1/2 year-old is good with dogs and with young kids – no cats! She does like chasing some today, but not so good on bringing them back. Shelby does pretty good on a leash though pulls a bit when she smells something she’s interested in or doesn’t think you’re walking fast enough. She does take direction really well, so she’ll be a pro with just a little bit of consistent guidance. This mature lady is a great gal that is the whole package! She absolutely LOVES to be pet and coddled, so would be a great couch potato!

type of hunter take off the week of the 25th to the 1st.

I said earlier that I do most of my hunting by paddling to it; much of it in the dark. There is a very large population of flying carp, and it is insane to be paddling in the dark and have one of these monsters from the deep jump and fly by you in the air.

Back to this morning and the storm, I keep my Bar 300 in my truck at night and this morning I went to get it and could not believe that I had left my driver’s side window open. I hadn’t, during the storm the top section of a tree had fallen and blown over and onto the cab of my truck causing massive damage, $17,000 to be exact, and my windshield had a hole and was shattered, a lot of dents, both door frames were toast, and the cab had a new shape.

Tom went on his hunt; I got in my skiff and could not do it. That would be the only hunt I missed. I pulled on my big boy pants and lived large for the next three days. My friends from Poplarville picked up plexiglass and lots of Gorilla tape.

The GMC Hotel was a mess with shattered glass everywhere. Pulling my 7,000-pound toy hauler I made the 952-mile journey home without being pulled over and the estimated date to get my truck back is Feb. 28!

This all bites in a very large way, but we are already working on a new plan for next year’s hunt! Sunset.

June is a sweet 5 1/2-year-old lady that came in as a stray. She tends to be shy and spends much of her time hiding, but when you talk to her and coax her out of hiding, she will love you forever. June has no problem being held, loves ear rubs and the top of her head scratched! Given her demeanor, we don’t think she will be comfortable in a home with young kids, but kids above 12 should suffice. We will work on putting her in a community room so she can gain some confidence and see if that helps. June is looking for a new beginning and a life where she will be loved!

Saturday was busy for us, started the day with our monthly board meeting with lots to discuss including working on a foster program for the animals that come to us. Great discussions on coming up with a calendar for the year with all the events we are working on putting together. Following that meeting we jumped right into a meeting with the Bark & Wine committee - thanks to Jim Tolbert for taking the lead. April 5 is the date so keep watch for posts that come out. Raffle tickets are ordered and should be coming soon. Always a fun event!

Have a great week and you and your furry family members stay warm!

“The best therapist has fur and four legs!”

• Kitten/Cat Paté style wet food, any flavor

• Milk Bone Dog Treats, any size

• Bleach

• Liquid hand soap

• Scrub Sponges

• Monetary donations are always welcome!

CONTRIBUTED

Mark Walters’ good friends from Poplarville, Mississippi was a huge help in getting his truck back on the road for the trip home to Wisconsin.

hunt

the hunt is over.

CONTRIBUTED

Tom Walters on the inside of a massive cypress tree.

Olden County News

Millers have operated the store for many years. They are planning to continue operation of the store in Falun at the former Gamble Hardware building owned by Miller’s son, Leon. They indicated that it was doubtful that the former building would be repaired and reused as the store due to the heavy damage.

Firefighters remained on the scene in Falun for a few hours, to ensure the blaze would not start again.

“It can prevent us from having to send a patient to the Twin Cities,” said Cindy Jensen, a registered radiographic technologist at BMC. “It’s very convenient,” she said.

The facility’s new spiral tomography unit, or CAT Scan unit, has allowed BMC to provide new patient services sometimes not seen in rural hospitals. Previously patients were sent to St. Croix Falls or further. Last fall, the unit was hauled in and unloaded on the dock at BMC. From there, it was set in place and since then has been a vital part of the BMC services. When a patient needs to use the CAT Scan unit, he/ she lays down and slides through the circular hold, where it takes images similar to an x-ray on a particular part of the body. Jensen and Joan Allaman, another registered radiographic technologist on staff, use a computer to take the image, which can detect things such as strokes or head trauma. The process usually takes five or 10 minutes and is usually a painless procedure.

50 years ago (Jan. 22, 1975)

Fire Damages Miller’s Store

A fire on Wednesday, Jan. 15 caused extensive damaged to Miller’s Store in Falun, but efforts of firemen from Grantsburg and Siren were able to keep the flames from destroying the entire building.

The alarm was turned in shortly after 4 p.m. to the Grantsburg Fire Department and they in turn summoned a truck from the Siren Fire Department to assist the blaze which started in the second floor in the rear of the building.

The fire quickly moved throughout the attic area and into an upstairs apartment occupied by store owners Mr. and Mrs. Viggo Miller. Damage to the apartment was heavy and almost a total furniture loss.

Traffic was rerouted past Falun by the Sheriff’s Department to avoid congestion in the store area. Many volunteers made up of friends and neighbors, removed all store goods from the main floor store while firefighters battled the blaze upstairs.

The fire apparently started from a spark, produced from a torch being used to thaw frozen water pipes. The fire burned through the roof in several spots and did considerable damaged to rafters. Firemen had the blaze contained within a short time and confined it to the upstairs area. The rest of the building received heavy smoke and water damage.

25

years ago (Jan. 19, 2000)

Improving medical care at Burnett Medical Center • New CAT Scan unit gives patients at Burnett Medical Center a chance to use modern technology closer to home.

BY TOM BERG

GRANTSBURG– Technology has changed the medical field drastically in the past few years. Keeping up with that technology is one of the reasons the Burnett Medical Center was ranked in the top 100 in the nation and among the top 12 in the region.

Today, patients in the center in Grantsburg are no longer traveling long distances for a CAT scan, a service that until this year, was either done elsewhere or brought to the center as a mobile unit.

Ears, nose and throat specialists are using the machine to check a person’s sinuses while chest work is also done. But its main purpose is as a diagnostic tool, one that can detect a serious health issue. “It’s a big thing for trauma and strokes,” Jensen said.

Jensen and Allaman, the two staff members who run the unit, have had to go to workshops to learn how to operate the machine. It’s a state-of-the-art machine, one that takes time to learn just exactly how it operates and what service it can provide. “It’s the latest equipment out there.”

“It’s quite the tool. It’s been challenging learning it,” she added.

The best part is, the more Jensen and Allaman gain from the workshops and training, the more services the unit will be able to provide for patients. “We’re just doing the basics. In three or six months, we’ll be doing more,” Jensen said. “The longer we work on it, the more we’ll do.”

Several scans have been done so far and Jensen is impressed with the machine’s capability.

Add the new unit to the newly remodeled center and you’ve got a modern facility that’s keeping pace with the 21st century.

“I don’t think we realized how much it can offer,” Jensen said.

Do any of the Olden County News stories or photos bring back memories? Do you remember any of these events taking place or the people involved that you would like to share a memory of with us and the readers? Please feel free to share these with us at news@ burnettcountysentinel.com.

EDITOR: All from a Fever Dream

offering him twice what his current employer pays.

every tenth day off work! They don’t know how good they have it - well except for the ones who get inside the Enemy Rooms. They … kind of have an idea.

That Guy is a sought-after pro, constantly under pressure to defect to another super villain,

The twist? We never learn the evilgenius’ name, but we have an idea, since we know what he eats: bitcoin and souls! Or just sole … and tilapia, depending on the special FX budget.

Nah? Okay, too close to home. But, what about … as a musical?

Hiss!

Chinese New Year Celebration Newspaper Fun!

I’m actually a sign of good luck

The Chinese calendar has 12 animals, each standing for one year. This year is the year of the water snake. Read about people born in the year of the snake below, then fill in the puzzle:

The Year of the Snake

The Chinese New Year celebration is also known as “Spring Festival” in China. It will last for fifteen days. The seventh day is everyone’s birthday – everyone celebrates turning one year older at the same time! The last day is marked by the Lantern Festival. People have fun making lanterns, then they hang them or carry them into the street where they may watch “dragons” dancing in parades.

A person born in the year of the snake:

1. has a lot of knowledge, is very __________

2. is loving and warm toward family

3. doesn’t like much noise, enjoys __________

4. likes to __________ hard and expects good pay 5. is __________, moves smoothly and beautifully

6. doesn’t share much about himself with others

7. likes to be organized, makes __________

8. likes to have lots of nice __________

9. ______________ things through, thoughtful 10. can __________ staffs at work well

11. knows from tales that a __________ in the house is good luck and the family will never be hungry

12. doesn’t like other people to be successful

Spring Festival

Families have worked hard, preparing themselves and their homes for the New Year. Listed below are some of their activities during the 15-day celebration. Can you find and circle the words in bold in the puzzle?

• sweeping away the old, the dust

• getting a new haircut

• paying back debts

• arranging flower blossoms

• buying tangerines and oranges

• decorating their houses

• cooking long noodles and rice puddings

• relaxing with family and friends

• wearing new clothes

• honoring ancestors

• making lanterns

• watching dragons dance in a parade

The Lion Dance may be done by two people.

SEE NEWSPAPER FUN ANSWERS, PAGE 19

Fun By The Numbers

Like puzzles? Then you’ll love Sudoku. This mind-bending puzzle will have you hooked from the moment you square off, so sharpen your pencil and put your Sudoku savvy to the test!

Here’s How It Works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a Sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

In what year were you born?

• Snake (2013, 2025)

• Horse (2014, 2026)

• Goat (2015, 2027)

• Monkey (2016, 2028)

• Rooster (2017, 2029)

• Dog (2018, 2030)

• Pig or Boar (2007, 2019)

• Rat (2008, 2020)

• Ox (2009, 2021)

• Tiger (2010, 2022)

• Rabbit (2011, 2023)

• Dragon (2012, 2024)

CAPITOL REPORT:

in help to her in 2023 as she won by 12 points. Insiders say they don’t expect a similar gap this spring. For one thing, Schimel has already proven to be a more aggressive fundraiser than former Justice Dan Kelly, who unsuccessfully sought to make his way back to the court against Protasiewicz in 2023 after losing his seat in 2020. Plus, he won’t make the mistake that Kelly did of refusing to accept direct transfers from the state GOP. The option

Republicans created a decade ago of political parties being able to take in donations of any size and then make unlimited transfers to candidates has been a gold mine for Dems.

Insiders aren’t sure the state GOP can match the Dem Party for what it can bring in. Still, conservatives hope state Dem Chair Ben Wikler is distracted enough by his run for national party leader that he eases off dialing for dollars.

The issues? Conservatives are already diving into Crawford’s background, from calling the state’s voter ID law “draconian” during her 2018 campaign for the Dane County bench to her past work against Act 10 and for then-Gov. Jim Doyle. She’s got baggage, conservatives say, and there will be fodder galore for TV ads.

Schimel has his own issues. While abortion may not be as salient of an issue as it was two years ago, Dems still believe Schimel is out of the mainstream on the issue, and they point to past controversies from his days as AG such as a backlog of rape test kits as issues that may not sit well with voters. Plus, he lost his 2018 reelection bid for AG to Dem Josh Kaul.

Brace yourself. Another contentious statewide election is at hand.

The Capitol Report is written by editorial staff at WisPolitics.com, a nonpartisan, Madison-based news service that specializes in coverage of government and politics, and is distributed for publication by members of the Wisconsin Newspaper Association. Copyright © WisPolitics.com

MOVIES: The old movie projector is still there, upstairs

End of the story, you’d think, but there’s good news: After almost 65 years, movies are returning to the old Webb.

While that old projector won’t be part of it, once monthly movies are returning to the former theater/ community center, only now it’s the Larsen Family Library behind the films, with the help of the Webster Lions Club and the Village of Webster, who all pitched in to make movie nights a possibility at the former theater/community hall.

The project to bring movies back to the Community Center sort of morphed out of a Larsen Library

project that began last spring, where they would show fun, family friendly movies on the second Saturdays of the month at the library.

“The first couple of movies were well attended, and we hardly had enough room in the children’s area for everyone,” stated Sherrill Summer from the Larsen Library, noting that they talked with several residents who recalled seeing films at the old theater, but with no real projection screen and lace window coverings, movies weren’t an option.

But then the pieces started to fall into place.

“The (Webster) Lions purchased a retractable screen for the Commu-

nity Center late 2024 and Webster Village (crew) hung new blinds so it can be darker in the community center,” Summer said. “We are ready to try this.”

For the first time in many years, movies will be shown at the old Webster movie house/Community Center, starting in two weeks, on Saturday, Feb. 8th is when it happens, with the animated film “Robots.”

“What I love about this project is there are so many people that remember watching movies in the community center when they were kids,” Sherril Summer said.

ABOUT THE TOWN: Going down old Memory Lane

the expansion of government, and the excessive programs affecting the economy. The future challenges will include controlling medical costs, immigration, insurance rates, and inflation which far exceeds incomes.

It was another indication that every vote counts, if they got counted.

GENERATIONAL LIVING

A trend is emerging of multi-generational housing. Homes that have adult siblings, adult children over the age of 18, and parents and/or grandparents residing with the primary home buyer. A local realtor, Joe Benson, sent me some infor-

mation on this statistic. Between 2013 and 2024 it has been gaining traction. 17% of homes purchased last year were multi-generational households.

A number of factors bring this about, such as high interest rates and housing costs. It also points to the growth of condominiums and large rental units, especially near freeways, light rail and inner-city housing. Storms and fires caused many people to lose their homes.

MEMORY LANE

Conversations with friends who are of similar ages to this 88-yearold bring around words like fender skirts, steering knobs, curb feelers, emergency brakes, and a clutch or a dimmer switch.

What about running boards?

Waiting in the driveway for your daddy to come home so you could ride up to the house on the running board on the outside of the car.

Do you remember the days when your home had hardwood floors and then you would cover them wall-to-wall with carpeting?

The coffee maker was a changeout from a percolator and we changed words for Dyna Flow and Electrolux vacuums. The word supper is on the way out, being replaced by dinner.

Try this in conversations. It can be fun.

GENE JOHNSON, Publisher Emeritus, Press Publications, White Bear Lake, MN can be contacted at ppinfo@presspubs.com.

CRASH: The driver who struck the plow truck was not carrying current insurance

included in this months’ full board meeting, slated for this Thursday, Jan. 23.

According to the accident report, the crash occurred at the intersection of Borg Road and State Road 87/48, south of Grantsburg, at about 1:17 p.m., when an eastbound Honda CR-V on Skog Road driven by Elizabeth Stadler, 20, of Webster went through the intersection and struck northbound BCHD plow truck #185. Stadler tried to stop but slid through the intersection, almost knocking the fully laden

plow truck into the ditch on Hwy. 87/48.

Stadler suffered injuries in the crash and was transported by ambulance to the Burnett Medical Center. Her lone passenger was not injured in the crash.

According to the report, Stadler missed the stop sign and pulled into the passing county plow truck, striking the front left of the plow cab/chassis and dragging along the side with enough force that it nearly sent the multiple axle 2013 International dump truck into the ditch, but the plow driver, Samantha

Asklund, kept it under control.

Burnett County Highway Commissioner Jeremy Burton was impressed that Asklund was able to keep the big truck on the road after the impact, as two of the truck’s axles were twisted and moved sideways, the hydraulic controls were crushed, the frame was bent and a full tank of diesel fuel spilled on the frozen ground, requiring emergency clean-up by Anderson’s Towing, which also used specialized equipment to haul away the disabled plow, loaded with salt/ sand.

The early estimates to fix the twisted dump truck were far beyond what the insurance company said it was worth, about $30,000, meaning they totaled the truck, putting it out of service for plowing and other duties.

Burton noted that truck #185 was only being used that day because the drivers’ usual truck had suffered a steering issue.

“This was one of our back-ups,” Burton confirmed. “But we should be okay, for now.”

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He added that Polk County has offered to lend the BCHD a plow truck, if needed, but he’s confident they can get by with their current fleet, barring no other such surprises. If approved on Thursday by the County

Board, the replacement for truck #185 may not be in service until next fall, after approval, ordering, assembly, delivery and then upfitting to spec the truck out for BCHD use, with preliminary estimates to replace the plow truck, including

upfitting for snowplow assembly and undercarriage modifications, lights, radio equipment, spreaders and other specific equipment, it was estimated at around $376,000 or so, according to Burton.

They were expecting to get about $30,000 of tradein value on #185, which is the likely insurance settlement.

“That’s still a long way to $376,000,” Burton said. In another twist to the crash, the Honda driver, Stadler, reportedly was not insured at the time of the crash, which has an unclear outcome.

As the county awaits financial answers from their insurance company, and how they will handle the crash, they are hoping to pass an emergency resolution to free up the money to move forward with a replacement truck.

As for the driver of the Honda that struck the plow, Elizabeth Stadler, she is slated to appear in court on Feb. 12 for the two charges, which are not criminal charges but are technically forfeitures - with a maximum penalty of $375 combined.

Selecting An Executor

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Navigating the responsibilities and complexities of this role demands careful consideration and an eye for the right qualities in your chosen executor.

First and foremost, the captain of your estate should be someone you trust implicitly. This person will be tasked with interpreting and executing your wishes, making decisions on behalf of your beneficiaries, and handling financial matters. Whether a family member, friend or professional advisor, the executor should possess a high level of integrity and a clear understanding of your values.

Responsibility is a key trait in an executor. The role involves a myriad of

tasks, from filing legal documents to managing assets, settling debts and distributing inheritances. Your chosen executor should be organized, detailoriented and capable of handling the administrative demands that come with the

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lengthy process with unforeseen challenges.

The executor should be adaptable, capable of navigating unexpected turns and adjusting the sails when needed.

Patience and a calm demeanor are invaluable when dealing with the emotions that can arise during this period.

Choosing an executor also involves assessing their availability. While willingness and trust are paramount, practical considerations come into play. An executor should have the time and commitment to fulfill their duties effectively. If your top choice has a schedule that might impede their ability to carry out the necessary tasks, it may be worth considering alternatives.

Consider the age and

health of your chosen executor. While it might be tempting to appoint a close friend or family member, they will need to be capable of fulfilling the role when the time comes. Naming a successor or considering a professional executor may be wise if there are concerns about the longterm viability of your initial choice.

The selection of an executor is about entrusting someone with the responsibility of bringing your final act to a close, ensuring that the legacy you leave behind is a reflection of your values and intentions. So, as you choose the captain for your ship, look for the qualities that will steer your estate towards the serene harbor you envision.

AND PRE-PLANNING GUIDE | FINAL WORDS

Leave Letters or Videos

However, in the realm of estate planning, these sentimental artifacts, known as legacy letters and videos, are gaining prominence as powerful tools to transmit values, wisdom and stories to future generations. Legacy letters, often referred to as ethical wills, are heartfelt expressions of one’s values, beliefs and life experiences. These letters provide a unique opportunity to communicate the intangible aspects of a person’s legacy that financial assets and possessions cannot encapsulate. By sharing personal insights, ethical principles and life lessons, individuals can leave behind a treasure trove of guidance for their descendants.

The timeless art of letter writing or the personal touch of a video message may seem like relics of the past.

words but also facial expressions and emotions, add a dynamic dimension to this practice. A heartfelt video message allows individuals to share their laughter, warmth and sincerity in a way that resonates deeply with their loved ones. The visual and auditory elements create a more immersive experience, forging an emotional bond.

In a world where the pace of life can be overwhelming, a legacy letter serves as a timeless compass, guiding future generations through the complexities of life. From the struggles and triumphs to the hard-earned lessons, these letters provide a glimpse into the soul of the author, fostering a sense of connection across time. They become a source of inspiration, offering comfort and guidance long after the author has departed.

The advent of technology has expanded the avenues through which one can convey their legacy. Videos, with the ability to capture not only

Beyond the emotional effect, legacy letters and videos can also play a practical role in estate planning. They provide a personal touch to the distribution of assets, helping to avoid potential conflicts among heirs by offering insight into the rationale behind certain decisions. Additionally, they can serve as a supplement to legal documents, ensuring that the wishes and intentions of the deceased are clearly understood. Legacy letters and videos are not just artifacts of sentimentality; they are beacons of wisdom, carriers of values and bridges between generations. In a world that often values the tangible, these intangible legacies have the potential to shape the character and resilience of generations yet to come. So, pick up a pen or record a video, and let your voice echo through time, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of those who follow in your footsteps.

LESS LETHAL: Several situations for it

handling of the “beanbag” 12-gauge rifles.

He noted that the terminology is “less lethal” as opposed to non-lethal.

“The effective range would be 0-75ft according to Combined Tactical Systems … Grantsburg PD would be joining the Burnett County Sheriff’s Office, who already have several similar weapons in use,” Chief Woody said.

In discussions with BCSO officials on the “less lethal” equipment, both Chief Woody and BCSO Detective Patrick Carlson pointed to scenarios where they may prove invaluable.

“The weapons have a number of uses, one might be a scenario where a suspect is armed with a knife or blunt weapon and is not surrendering.

Officers will have the option to use a beanbag projectile to gain compliance,” Chief Woody said. “I’m hoping this will be another good tool for our officers to use in conjunction with our other force options.”

The conversion to making the shotguns “less lethal” are not as extensive as it seems, according to Detective Carlson.

“The conversion done to the shotgun is to make it readily apparent that the Deputy or Officer is using a less lethal kinetic energy projectile and not a firearm,” he said.

As for those who might think it puts them at a disadvantage, Carlson assured that the shotguns are still a valuable defensive weapon.

“The round the Sheriff’s Office uses has no standoff range. This means that there is no minimum distance requirement when deployed,” Det. Carlson clarified. “There is no maximum distance but obviously it becomes less effective with range. I believe most of the agencies in this area have some type of kinetic energy projectile with the bean bag round probably being the most common.”

Beyond a few of the situations Chief Woody noted, Detective Carlson listed several situations where a “less lethal” response is appropriate.

“Circumstances appropriate for deployment include but are not limited to, situations in which the suspect is armed with a weapon and the tactical circumstances allow for the safe application of approved munitions; The suspect has made credible threats to harm him/herself or others; The suspect is engaged in riotous behavior or is throwing rocks, bottles or other dangerous projectiles at people and/ or deputies; There is probable cause to believe that the suspect has already committed a crime of violence and is refusing to comply with lawful orders,” Det. Carlson added.

It is believed that several local agencies now have “less lethal” firearms or systems in use, and Grantsburg is part of that group now.

“Beanbags can be a good option in certain situations; and we will be routinely carrying these weapons in our squads in addition to our standard patrol rifles,” Chief Woody added.

Pirate boys stay hot with back-to-back conference wins

The Grantsburg Pirates showcased their dominance on the court last week with two impressive home victories, strengthening their position in the West Lakeland Conference.

On Jan. 14, the Pirates took on conference rival Webster and emerged victorious, 64-55. Grantsburg maintained a steady lead throughout the game, outscoring Webster in both halves. Jayden Brown led the charge with a commanding performance, tallying 20 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists. Daxter Schultz and Caleb Rombach contributed 13 points each. The Pirates’ strong rebounding effort, highlighted by 38 total boards, played a pivotal role in securing the win.

Three days later, on Friday, Jan. 17, Grantsburg faced another conference opponent, Turtle Lake, and extended their winning streak with a decisive 63-43 victory. While individual statistics were unavailable, the Pirates demonstrated strong performances on both ends of the court, to outplay the visiting Lakers. The win improved Grantsburg’s conference record to 7-1 and their overall record to 9-2. With the victories, the Pirates remain a formidable force in the West Lakeland as they continue their pursuit of a strong postseason run.

Synergy grapplers solid

GREENER TAKES FIRST AT BEAVER DAM SLAM

The Luck/Frederic/ Grantsburg/Siren (LFGS) Synergy wrestling team showcased determination at the Beaver Dam Slam last Friday, Jan. 17, earning several podium finishes, including an individual championship for Christian Greener.

CHAMPIONS

120 lbs – Christian Greener Greener dominated his bracket, pinning Adrian Leonard (Northwestern) in the quarterfinals

and quickly dispatching Dominic Fox (Unity) in the semifinals. In the championship match, Greener secured a decisive victory over Boaz Wright (Northwestern) with a fall at 3:11.

RUNNER-UPS

126 lbs – Riley Cummings

Cummings powered through the quarterfinals with a pin over Rock West (Cumberland) and earned a hard-fought 4-1 decision over Ivan Woodhull (Northwestern) in

SEE WRESTLING, PAGE 16

Gymnasts secure victory at Menomonie Triangular

The Grantsburg Co-op gymnastics team overcame adversity to clinch a narrow victory at the Varsity Triangular in Menomonie on Thursday, Jan. 16, defeating host Menomonie and Bloomer/Colfax. Competing with only five gymnasts due to illnesses and injuries, the team showcased resilience and determination, earning a season-high team score of 117.9 to edge out Menomonie (117.35) and Bloomer/Colfax (113.85).

Despite a challenging week where several of their top gymnasts had issues keeping them off the mats, as noted, where illnesses and minor injuries limited their roster, the remaining gymnasts stepped up.

“We had a few rough moments during warm-ups, but they really stepped up, did

SEE GYMNASTICS, PAGE 16

This Week In BURNETT COUNTY SPORTS

Thursday,Jan.23

Boys Basketball Grantsburg vs Ellsworth, 7:15 p.m. Siren vs Webster, 7:15 p.m.

Girls Basketball Siren vs Webster, 5:45 p.m. WSFLG Hockey

Blizzard vs Chequamegon/Phillips/ Butternut (7 p.m. @ Siren) Wrestling Synergy Varsity Quad (6 p.m. @ Unity)

Friday,Jan.24

Boys Basketball Siren vs Grantsburg, 7:15 p.m. Webster @ Frederic, 7:15 p.m.

Girls Basketball Grantsburg @ Siren, 5:45 p.m. Siren vs Grantsburg, 5:45 p.m. Webster @ Frederic, 5:45 p.m.

Saturday,Jan.25

WSFLG Hockey Blizzard @ Shawano/Bonduel, 2 p.m. Wrestling Synergy Varsity Invitational (9 a.m. @ Shell Lake?) Spooner/Webster Varsity Invite (9:30 a.m. @ Shell Lake) Gymnastics Co-Op Rice Lake Icicle Invite, 11 a.m.

Monday,Jan.27

WSFLG Hockey Blizzard @ Mora/Milaca, 7 p.m.

Tuesday,Jan.28

Boys Basketball Grantsburg vs Frederic, 7:15 p.m. Siren @ Shell Lake, 5:45 p.m. Webster vs Unity, 7:15 p.m.

Girls Basketball Grantsburg vs Frederic, 5:45 p.m. Siren @ Shell Lake, 7:15 p.m. Webster vs Unity, 5:45 p.m. (Bold is home)

Statistical recap aided by AI.

EUGENE SIKORSKI | SENTINEL Grantsburg sophomore Daxter Schultz goes skyward for two points in the victory.

Tiger boys split conference games

The Webster Tigers boys' basketball team experienced mixed fortunes in two West Lakeland Conference matchups, falling to Grantsburg on Jan. 14 but rebounding with a nail-biting win over Shell Lake on Friday, Jan. 17. The Tigers now sit at 4-4 in the conference and 6-6 overall.

In Grantsburg, the Pirates capitalized on a balanced offensive effort to edge out the Tigers 64-55. Webster struggled to find consistency from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 25 three-point attempts. Cody McDowell led the Tigers with 17 points, including three triples, while Quinn Widiker controlled the boards with 12 rebounds to complement his 10 points. Despite a spirited second-half effort, Webster couldn’t close the gap as Grantsburg’s Jayden Brown posted a game-high 20 points.

Back on their home court, the Tigers clawed their way to a thrilling 64-62 comeback victory over Shell Lake. Trailing by 11 points at halftime, Webster surged in the second half behind Widiker’s dominant 27-point, 26-rebound double-double performance. McDowell added 16 points, including three three-pointers. The Tigers’ defense tightened in the closing minutes, limiting Shell Lake to 23 second-half points, and sealing the victory.

With the win, Webster maintains its position in the middle of the conference standings and looks to carry momentum into the second half of the season.

Statistical recap aided by AI.

Tiger Quinn Widiker slams home a dunk against the Pirates. He would later score 27, with 26 boards against Shell Lake.

Pirate girls bounce back after loss with win over Turtle Lake

The Grantsburg Pirate girls basketball squad experienced a week of contrasting results in West Lakeland Conference play, with a tough loss to Webster on Jan. 14 followed by a resounding victory against Turtle Lake last Friday, Jan. 17.

In their matchup against Webster, the Pirates struggled to keep pace with the visiting Tigers, who showcased an efficient offense and aggressive defense. Despite Grantsburg’s efforts, Webster pulled away for a 53-29 win. The Pirates were outscored 21-10 in the first half and couldn’t close the gap as the Tigers maintained their momentum.

Grantsburg rebounded with a strong performance against Turtle Lake later in the week. The Pirates controlled the game from the opening tip, jumping to a 23-13 halftime lead and extending their advantage in the second half. Their defensive and balanced scoring secured a dominant 47-28 victory, giving the team a much-needed boost.

The Pirates now sit at 4-4 in conference play and 5-9 overall as they aim to build consistency heading into the season’s second half.

Statistical recap aided by AI.

EUGENE SIKORSKI | SENTINEL

Grantsburg junior Ruby Rengo goes up above the crowd for a two-pointer against the Webster Tigers.

Tiger girls dominate West Lakeland matchups

The Webster Tigers girls' basketball team continued their strong season with two decisive conference victories, improving their record to 7-1 in the West Lakeland Conference and 13-1 overall.

On Tuesday, Jan. 14, the Tigers traveled to Grantsburg and controlled the game from start to finish, using a balanced offensive effort and stifling defense to secure a commanding 53-29 victory.

Reese Grindell led Webster with 16 points, connecting on three three-pointers and adding six steals. Brooke Wolf contributed 11

Blizzard skaters face tough week in three non-conference matchups

The WSFLG Blizzard hockey team hit the ice for three consecutive games last week, facing strong non-conference opponents. Despite valiant efforts, the Blizzard came up short in all three matchups, bringing their overall record to 9-6 while remaining unbeaten in conference play at 4-0.

JAN. 16: MORA/MILACA 5, WSFLG BLIZZARD 2

The week began at Lodge Center Arena in Siren, where the Blizzard faced Mora/Milaca. After a scoreless first period for WSFLG, the visitors took a 2-0 lead. Braden Nutter and Landyn Randt found the net in the second period to narrow the gap, but Mora/Milaca pulled away in the third with two additional goals, handing the Blizzard a 5-2 loss despite a strong 38-shot effort. Goalie Levi Randt made 38 saves on 43 shots in a busy night in net.

JAN. 17: RICE LAKE 3, WSFLG BLIZZARD 1

The Blizzard traveled to the Hayward Sports Center for their next game against Rice Lake. Talon Imme tied the game 1-1 early in the second period assisted by Aiden Johnson, but Rice Lake responded with two unanswered goals, including a third-period strike by Max Tomesh, to secure the 3-1 victory. The Blizzard outshot the Warriors 41-29, but Rice Lake's goaltending proved too tough to crack. Blizzard goalie Lewis Anderson managed to save 26 of 29 shots on goal on the night.

JAN. 18: LAKELAND THUNDERBIRDS 3, WSFLG BLIZZARD 2

In their final game of the week, the Blizzard faced the Lakeland Thunderbirds in another close contest at the Hayward Sports Center. Randt scored early to give WSFLG the lead, and Levi Anderson added a short-handed goal in the second period. However, the Thunderbirds rallied with two goals, including a power-play score in the third period, to edge out the Blizzard 3-2.

The Blizzard will look to regain their momentum in their upcoming matchups.

Statistical recap aided by AI.

Last Week’s Results

Tuesday,Jan.14

Girls Basketball

Grantsburg 29, Webster 53 (@ Grantsburg) Siren 48, Clear Lake 53 (@ Siren)

Boys Basketball

Grantsburg 64, Webster 55 (@ Grantsburg) Siren 43, Clear Lake 66 (@ Siren)

Thursday,Jan.16

Boys Basketball Siren 58, Bruce 53 (@ Siren) WSFLG Hockey

Blizzard 2, Mora/Milaca 5 (@ Siren)

Friday,Jan.17

Girls Basketball

points and eight rebounds, while Avery Hetfeld chipped in nine points and seven steals, coming off the bench. The Tigers’ defensive pressure forced several turnovers, setting the tone for a dominant win.

Returning home last Friday, Jan. 17, Webster faced the Shell Lake Lakers and came away with a

SEE TIGER GIRLS, PAGE 16

Grantsburg 47, Turtle Lake 28 (@ Grantsburg) Siren 61, Luck 30 (@ Luck)

Webster 52, Shell Lake 40 (@ Webster)

Boys Basketball

Grantsburg 63, Turtle Lake 43 (@ Grantsburg) Siren 53, Luck 67 (@ Luck)

Webster 64, Shell Lake 62 (@ Webster) WSFLG Hockey

Blizzard 1, Rice Lake 3 (@ Hayward)

Saturday,Jan.18

WSFLG Hockey

Blizzard 2, Lakeland 3 (@ Hayward)

EUGENE SIKORSKI | SENTINEL

EUGENE SIKORSKI | SENTINEL

Tiger Lily Jacobs (left) and Pirate Hailey Lundgren battle in the paint.

GYMNASTICS:

Strong, despite the flu and injuries

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a great job of cleaning up their routines, and added some new skills,” head coach Kathy Lund commented.

STANDOUT PERFORMANCES

Vault: Abby Rombach led the way, placing 4th with an 8.55. Megan Harmon (6th, 8.175) and Emma Larson (8th) also delivered strong scores. Larson received a season high for herself with her score of 8.025.

Bars: Rombach claimed 3rd with a 7.95, while Harmon and Molly Hart added depth with a season high, placing 7th and 8th, respectively.

Beam: Rombach earned another 4th-place finish with an 8.175, followed closely by Harmon (5th, 7.4) and Larson who earned another personal season high (6th, 7.275).

Floor: Rombach shone with a 2nd-place score of 8.65, while Harmon (5th, 7.8) and Larson (6th, 7.525) contributed key performances.

All-Around: Rombach tied for 2nd with a season-high 33.325, and Harmon finished 6th with a personal-best 29.15.

TEAM EFFORT

The Grantsburg Co-op’s depth and perseverance were critical in securing the victory.

“We found out we won the meet in the parking lot,” Coach Lund said. “We are very proud, the team all stepped up. Everyone earned a personal best or season high.”

The team now turns its attention to the Rice Lake Icicle Invite, set for this Saturday, Jan. 25 at 11 a.m., as they are eager to build on their success.

Statistical recap aided by AI.

WRESTLING: Synergy make a thrilling effort

the semifinals. He fell to Braden Johnson (Cumberland) in the final, ending with an impressive second-place finish.

175 lbs – Blake Noll

Noll showcased resilience with a thrilling 9-6 sudden victory over Nick Louris (Eau Claire Memorial) in the quarterfinals and a pin against Noah Cox (Unity) in the semifinals. He faced a tough match against DauTre Allen (Cumberland) in the final, finishing second.

THIRD-PLACE FINISHER

132 lbs – Aidan Johnson

Johnson bounced back after a narrow semifinal loss to Obie Vee (Northwestern), defeating Carter Bauer (Eau Claire North) with a fall in 2:58 to claim third.

FOURTH-PLACE FINISHER

215 lbs – Travis Rockensock

Rockensock pinned Weston Baltuff (Eau Claire North) in the quarterfinals and fought hard in the third-place match, narrowly losing a decision to Daniel Cotton (Eau Claire Memorial).

FIFTH-PLACE FINISHERS

150 lbs – Gary Hochstetler

Hochstetler finished fifth after receiving a bye in the consolation semifinals and the placement match.

157 lbs – Joe Wiltrout

Wiltrout triumphed in the fifth-place match against teammate Eric Currie, securing the fall at 3:09.

Dragon boys show resilience despite tough week

The Siren Dragons boys' basketball team faced a challenging stretch with three games in four days, taking on Clear Lake, Bruce, and Luck. While the Dragons showed flashes of brilliance, they finished the week with one win and two losses, bringing their overall record to 4-10 and their conference record to 0-8 in the Lakeland-West.

Siren opened the week on Jan. 14 against Clear Lake at home but struggled to contain the Warriors’ balanced attack, falling 66-43. Individual player stats were unavailable at press time for this matchup.

Two days later, the Dragons found redemption on their home court with a thrilling 58-53 victory over Bruce. Leading the charge was Jerome McGeshick, who scored 20 points and pulled down nine boards. Gannen Reynolds added 14 points and dominated the glass with 17 rebounds, while Jacob Phernetton contributed 13 points.

The Dragon boys’ week concluded with a trip to Luck last Friday, Jan. 17, where they faced the Cardinals. Siren fought hard but ultimately came up short, 67-53. McGeshick and Reynolds once again led the Dragons with 16 and 15 points, respectively, while Phernetton added 11. Despite their efforts, the Dragons struggled to

contain Luck’s offensive standout, Zak Walters, who scored 30 points.

With the season nearing its midpoint, Siren looks to build on their

effort and regroup for the upcoming games as they continue their quest for a conference victory.

Siren girls split conference showdowns

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While the Synergy wrestlers faced tough competition, their standout performances demonstrated their potential as the season heats up. Statistical recap aided by AI.

The Siren Dragons girls' basketball team faced a mix of challenges and triumphs last week, splitting their two Lakeland Conference matchups. Siren fell short in a hard-fought 53-48 loss to Clear Lake at home on Jan. 14 but bounced back decisively with a commanding 61-30 victory over Luck on the road on Friday, Jan. 17.

Against Clear Lake, the Dragons battled closely throughout the game but couldn’t find the edge to pull ahead. Emma Peterson led the scoring effort for Siren with an impressive 25 points, while Lucy Peterson chipped in with 12 points. Despite their offensive contributions, the Dragons struggled to overcome Clear Lake’s balanced attack.

The Dragons showed resilience in their next game against Luck, dominating from start to finish. Siren's defense stifled Luck, holding them to just 30 points, while

TIGER GIRLS:

the Dragons’ offense clicked on all cylinders, earning a decisive conference win, more than doubling up on the Cardinals. Siren’s record now stands at 6-2 in the Lakeland-West Conference

and 11-2 overall, keeping them in strong contention as the season progresses.

Statistical recap aided by

Staying near the top of the standings

hard-fought 52-40 victory. Despite some struggles with turnovers, the Tigers leaned on strong performances from their starters. Elle Treague paced the team with 12

points. Hetfeld impressed again with 12 points and eight rebounds, while Emma Haessly added nine points. The Tigers’ aggression on the boards proved pivotal, and they maintained their second-half composure to seal the win.

With these two wins, Webster solidifies their position near the top of the conference standings, showcasing their depth and defensive intensity as they push deeper into the season.

Statistical recap aided by AI.

Statistical recap aided by AI.

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GREG MARSTEN | SENTINEL Siren’s Gannen Reynolds pulls down a rebound against Luck’s Zane Mattson.

GREG MARSTEN | SENTINEL Siren’s Hannah Rightman cruises past the Luck defesne for a breakway bucket.

Beverly Jean Casey (Proulx)

Beverly Jean Casey (Proulx), 84, from Danbury, previously South St. Paul, Minn., passed away on Jan. 15, 2025, with her loved ones by her side.

Beverly loved bling, cute things on sale, perfect hair, and Miller 64. She was a GREAT Mom. She was preceded in death by her mom Rose; step-father Henry Balster; husband Jim; and grandson Bryan. She is survived by her significant other Fritz Marten; daughters Shelly Paskewitz, Julie (John) Welch, Kathy (Dean) Kilau, and Barb Casey; sister Nancy (Rick) Rydmark; brother Gary (Kathy) Balster; grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers/sisters-inlaw, and many friends.

A Celebration of Bev’s Life will be held in the Spring.

SIREN POLICE DEPARTMENT

Jan. 12 – Jan. 18

Total incidents reported: 22

Agency assistance: 2

Background check: 7 Disabled vehicle: 1

Juvenile problemschool: 3

Suspicious person/circumstance: 1 Traffic stop: 5 Warrant/problem/arrest: 1

Welfare/abuse/neglect: 2

WEBSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT

Jan. 12 – Jan. 18

Total incidents reported: 14

Animal problem: 1

Background check: 2

INCIDENTS

Civil/papers/court order: 1

Harassment: 1 Information report: 1

Juvenile problem: 1

Traffic stop: 1

Truancy: 6

• Jan. 15, Dominick J. Taylor, 27, was arrested for a probation violation.

• Jan. 16, Tammy L. Blomberg, 54, was arrested for misdemeanor bail jumping.

• Jan. 16, Andrew E. Monson, 69, was arrested for operating while intoxicated and operating with prohibited alcohol concentration- 1st offense.

• Jan. 17, Randi L. Songetay, 41, was arrested for failure to appear.

• Jan. 17, Charlotte W. Caldwell III, 28, was arrested for operating while intoxicated- 3rd offense and failure to install IID/tampering.

• Jan. 17, Jason A. Mudgett, 44, was arrested for operating while intoxicated- 3rd offense.

• Jan. 18, James D. Boutin, 50, was arrested for contempt of court.

• Zachary L. Newell, 32, was arrested for violate domestic abuse temporary restraining order. Reports from police and sheriff agencies are simply arrest reports. At press time, no charges have been filed.

Nancy A. Merle

Nancy A. Merle, loving wife, mother, grandma, and friend, age 87, a resident of Danbury, passed away peacefully on Dec. 15, 2024.

Nancy was born Nov. 11, 1937, to Vladimir and Anna Brioschi.

She married Marvin Merle on Aug. 2, 1958, in St. Paul, Minn. Nancy worked for the Sears Outlet as a retail sales associate and loved meeting and talking with customers. She was an active volunteer in various organizations.

Nancy was the lady everyone knew with the big, kind, compassionate heart. She enjoyed going bumming with family and friends, reading, baking (specifically loved by all were her cookies, lemon bars and fudge), and loved animals - especially her dogs. She also loved nature and spent endless time outdoors tending to her flower gardens, working on the beach, enjoyed feeding the deer, critters, birds, and geese, and could fix anything using a popsicle stick and a bread twist tie. Her family and friends were important to her, and she treasured the time spent with them.

Nancy was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin; her parents; her sister; two brothers, and nephew, Tom.

She will be forever missed by her children David Merle, Jim (Chris) Merle, Patti Narusiewicz, and Julie (Chad) Lechman; and grandchildren, Dan (Kayln), James, Nick (Becka), Katie, Spencer, Ciarra and Mackenzie; along with her “grand-dogs”, other relatives and many dear friends.

A Memorial Service was held on Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, at 1 p.m. (visitation 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.) at Swedberg Taylor Funeral Home in Grantsburg.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the Continuing Care Center in Grantsburg and St. Croix Hospice for their wonderful care and support. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family.

Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com.

Jim Zeiler

Jim “Jed” Zeiler passed away on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025.

A lifelong resident of Wisconsin, Jim graduated from Oak Creek High School, where he was a pitcher on the varsity baseball team. He earned an associate degree from the Milwaukee Area Technical College and served in the U.S. Army Reserve, obtaining the rank of Specialist Second Class (E5) before being honorably discharged. Jim started working in law enforcement as a Patrolman for the City of Wauwatosa and later worked for the State of Wisconsin’s Division of Criminal Investigation as a Special Agent before buying the North Star gas station and moving his family to Grantsburg. Jim had a fondness for Hawaiian shirts, enjoyed fishing, and loved the Packers and Brewers. He volunteered much of his time to various causes including the Grantsburg Lions and lobbying for gun owner and landowner rights. Jim loved animals and owned many cats and dogs throughout his lifetime. Later in life, he also took pleasure in working on his hobby farm, planting a small apple orchard, and watching the birds and wild animals on his property.

Jim is preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Esther (Mundstock) Zeiler. Jim is survived by his children, Derek Zeiler and Stephanie Zeiler; grandchildren, Megan and Katherine Zeiler; brother, David Zeiler, and sister, Judith Zeiler.

Per Jim’s wishes, there will be no public memorial.

If you’d like to honor Jim, please consider making a donation to the Burnett County Humane Society at hsburnettcty.org.

Arrangements entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com.

WOK WITH ME: “Success is no accident ...” - Pele

folks doing uncommon things. Getting into the Guiness Book is not that difficult, just being different will land you a worthy mention – the tallest person, the shortest, the strongest, the one with two heads (sorry, have not heard of any one with no head yet), the skinniest and the fattest will be recognized and recorded; but still, not fifteen minutes worth? Then suddenly, it dawned on me that fame is an award of recognition of immense accomplishments by challenging ourselves, and by challenging difficult situations. And situations include so many different fields and areas. I thought of the inventions of electricity, automobiles, steam engines, telephones, and computers

with many, many others. We all want to be successful with what we are doing, with no intentions of getting into the Guinness Book of Records. Yes, just do it. I remember an old saying: “I don’t care if the whole world is against you in teasing you or saying you’re not gonna make it. Believe in yourself. No matter what.” Guess who said that? Would you believe that was from Michael Jackson, the King of Pop? I guess he earned more than just fifteen minutes of fame (besides billions of dollars from his records). And from my idol soccer player Pele: “Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love what you are doing.”

I guess our moments of fame does not reflect on how much mon-

ey we make, or what possessions we own; but instead, it is about our outlook of life; and just how are we handling it. Michael Jackson said to believe in ourselves. And Pele told us to love what we are doing. And if we believe in ourselves and love what we are doing, we have become superstars! We do not need cheering fans, screaming, and shouting our names. Instead, we have our family loving and adoring us, and our friends and associates respecting and admiring us. And what they are giving us in return is more than fifteen minutes worth. Yes, life is short, let us start living by giving, sharing, and loving. We will all be famous, and it will last longer than fifteen minutes. What a wonderful world it will be.

PUBLIC NOTICES

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT

BURNETT COUNTY

IN THE MATTER OF NAME CHANGE OF Joseph Ronald Pigman

By (Petitioner) Joseph Ronald Pigman

Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing

Case No. 2024CV000163

NOTICE IS GIVEN:

A Petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above:

From: Joseph Ronald Pigman

To: Joseph Pigman Radke

Birth Certificate: Joseph Ronald Pigman

IT IS ORDERED:

This Petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Burnett County, State of Wisconsin before Honorable Melissia R. Mogen at the Burnett County Government Center, 7410 County Rd K, #220, Siren, WI 54872 on January 24, 2025 at 2:00 P.M.

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

BY THE COURT: /s/ Melissia R. Mogen Circuit Court Judge January 2, 2025 WNAXLP

(Jan. 8, 15, 22)

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY

In re the Marriage of: TROY C. CHAMBERLIN, Petitioner, and LAURA M. CHAMBERLIN, Respondent. Amended Order to Show Cause for Finding of Contempt and to Enforce Judgment Case No. 23 FA 112 Case Code: Divorce/40101 TO: Laura M. Chamberlin 101 W. Madison Avenue Grantsburg, WI 54840 Upon the Affidavit of Troy C. Chamberlin filed on November 20, 2024, IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that Laura M. Chamberlin appear in person: BEFORE: Jeffery L. Anderson

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street – Suite 300, Balsam Lake, WI 54810

DATE: February 3, 2025

TIME: 2:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, To show cause why YOU should not be found in contempt of court as requested in the Affidavit. You must appear and provide the court information about your compliance with the court order, including your ability to pay or otherwise comply with

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE

The Town of Jackson Board will hold an INFORMATIONAL meeting at the Town Hall, 4599 Co. RD. A on Saturday, February 8,2025 at 11 A.M. for the purpose of discussion on a possible Wake Boat Ordinance in the Town of Jackson.

For the Town Board, Lorraine Radke, Clerk

the order. If you do not appear as indicated, the court may hold the hearing without you and grant the request, including issuing an order to have you arrested and committed to the county jail. You also have a right to be represented by an attorney at this hearing. Unless good cause is shown, failure to appear without an attorney will be deemed a waiver of that right.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED:

A copy of this Order to Show Cause and affidavit must be personally served upon all parties at least 5 business days before the date of the hearing, unless otherwise authorized by law.

BY THE COURT:

/s/ Jeffery L. Anderson Circuit Court Judge January 9, 2025

WNAXLP (Jan. 15, 22, 29)

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Rural Development

AGENCY: Rural Utilities Service, USDA

ACTION: Notice of Availability of an Environmental Assessment – Stag Moose Solar, LLC (Viola Solar Project)

SUMMARY: Notice is hereby given that the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), as required by the National Environmental Policy Act, is issuing an environmental assessment (EA) in connection with possible impacts related to a project proposed by Stag Moose Solar, LLC (Stag Moose Solar), a wholly owned subsidiary of OneEnergy Development. The proposal is for the construction of a solar facility in Burnett County, Wisconsin. Stag Moose has submitted an application to RUS for funding

of the proposal.

SUPPLEMENTARY IN-

FORMATION: Stag Moose Solar proposes to construct a 2.5-megawatt (MW) solar array in Burnett County, Wisconsin. The solar array would occupy approximately 20 acres of the parcel in the Northeast Quarter of Section 31, Township 39 North, Range 15 West, Town of Sand Lake.

OneEnergy Development prepared an environmental assessment for RUS that describes the project, assesses the proposed project’s environmental impacts, and summarizes as applicable any mitigation measures used to minimize environmental effects. RUS has conducted an independent evaluation of the environmental assessment and believes that it accurately assesses the impacts of the proposed project. No significant impacts are expected as a result of the construction of the project.

Written questions and comments should be emailed to RUS at: RUS.IRA.comments@usda.gov.

RUS will accept questions and comments on the environmental assessment for 14 days from the first date of publication of this notice. All comments must be provided electronically with no hard copy comments being accepted at this time. Copies of the environmental assessment and supporting documentation will be available for public review at: https://www.rd.usda.gov/resources/environmental-studies/assessments.

Any final action by RUS related to the proposed project will be subject to, and contingent upon, compliance with all relevant Federal environmental laws and regulations and completion of environmental review procedures as prescribed by 7 CFR Part 1970, Environmental Policies and Procedures.

A general location map of the proposal is shown below.

Dated: January 15, 2025

WNAXLP (Jan. 22, 29)

BUSINESS MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOOL DISTRICT OF GRANTSBURG OPEN SESSION MINUTES FROM JANUARY 13, 2025

President Dave Dahlberg called the meeting to order. Present: Dave Dahlberg, Jason Burkman, Brian Handy, Liz Shultz, and Colleen Lade. Absent: Renae Rombach and Peter Denn.

Agenda Revisions: Consent Item #2 should read “Consideration to Approved the Renewal of the WIAA Gymnastics Co-op Agreement for 2025-2026”. The Gymnastics Co-op Agreement renews annually.

Appearances: None.

Motion Shultz/Lade to approve the School Board minutes from December 9, 2025. Motion carried 5-0.

Received Reports

• The Principals shared the Winter-2025 edition of the Good News.

• Brandon Willger, School District Auditor, was present to share the Audit Report for Fiscal Year 2024 with the Board.

• Thanks to the Knights of Columbus for the generous gift to our Special Education department.

• The iForward Executive Board will meet Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 11:00 am.

• The Transportation Committee will meet Monday, February 3, 2025 at 5:00 pm.

Tentative dates for the following: Thursday, February 6 or February 13 for the Policy Committee (7:00 am) and Monday, February 17 for the Building and Grounds Committee. Confirmed dates/times will be posted appropriately.

• Superintendent Watt shared an update on the sale of the Nelson Primary School property.

Consent Items

Motion Dahlberg/Handy to table the consideration to approve the proposed Grantsburg Village contract to rent the Community Center Gym to a future meeting. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion Shultz/Lade to approve the renewal of the WIAA Gymnastics Co-op Agreement for 2025-2026. The motion extends to a possible correction of students participating (possible typo on presented agreement). Motion carried 5-0. Motion Dahlberg/Shultz to accept the resignation of Sarah Schmidt, GHS RtI Aide. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion Shultz/Burkman to approve the recommendations to hire Whitney Spafford, GHS RtI Aide; Victoria Verikas, iForward part-time Middle School Teacher; Amber Waters, iForward full-time English Teacher; and Brenda Haag, iForward part-time Math Teacher. Motion carried 5-0. Fiscal Report/Receipts Report: December 2024. Motion Shultz/Lade to approve the January 2025 vouchers for payment. Specific check numbers are: #90832-#91005 and #21257-#21273. Motion carried 5-0.

Specific expenditures per fund:

Fund 10 (General) = $ 349,109.13

Fund 21 (Scholarship) = $ 1,056.40

Fund 27 (Special Education) = $ 7,869.57

Fund 50 (Food Service) =

President Dahlberg announced the upcoming closed session. Motion Handy/Lade to convene in Closed Session to consider an unpaid leave request and staffing considerations per WI Stats. § 19.85(1) (g) upon conferring with legal counsel rendering advice oral or written, (c) for considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility and (f) for considering financial, medical, social or personal histories or disciplinary data of specific persons, preliminary consideration of specific personnel problems or the investigation of charges against specific persons except where if discussed in public, would be 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. Motion carried 5-0 per roll call vote: Dahlberg-yea, Handy-yea, Shultz-yea, Burkman-yea and Lade-yea. Motion Handy/Burkman to reconvene in Open Session and take action as appropriate on matters from the Closed Session. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion Dahlberg/Lade to approve the unpaid leave request made by Cassidy Chenal, GHS Special Education Aide. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion Burkman/Handy to adjourn. Motion carried 5-0. WNAXLP (Jan. 22)

or email with questions, to meet us, or to set up an interview. We look forward to meeting you!

DESCRIPTION:

QUALIFICATIONS:

DEADLINE: January 31, 2025

HOW TO APPLY: Applications are available at the District Office or online at: www.webster.k12.wi.us. Submit application or resume with references to: Cassi Hulleman, Payroll Specialist School District of Webster PO Box 9, Webster, WI 54893 chulleman@webster.k12.wi.us

Pastor David Lund Trade River

Evangelical

“Don’t bring a knife to a gun fight,” so states the Proverb. We see that Proverb written large in the movie ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark.’ Indiana Jones races through a middle eastern village, but then a sword master confronts him. What’s Indiana going to do? How could he possibly defeat this sword wielding foe? Indiana pulls out his gun and shoots. Fight over. Just like you shouldn’t bring a knife to a gun fight, you shouldn’t

CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN

Pastor Nathaniel Melton | 715-403-7777

LAKESIDE COMMUNITY

LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA)

715-635-7791

SACRED HEART OF JESUS & MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH

Father Francis Adoboli | 715-866-7321

ALPHA

CALVARY COVENANT

Scott Sagle, Pastor | 715-689-2541

ASKOV

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

ATLAS

ATLAS UNITED METHODIST

UPPER ST. CROIX PARISH

Pastor Jenny Lee

CENTURIA

HOLY TRINITY METHODIST

Pastor Steve Rice | 715-485-3363

CUSHING

LAKETOWN LUTHERAN

Pastor Marilyn Crossfield

FIRST LUTHERAN

Pastor Neal Weltzin

DANBURY

FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 715-656-4010

UNITED METHODIST

Samuel Subramanian, Lead Pastor 715-866-8646

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP

CATHOLIC CHURCH

Father Francis Adoboli | 715-866-7321

YELLOW LAKE LUTHERAN

Pastors Doug Olson, Pastor Sandy Carpenter, Pastor Steve Ward, Pastor Carm Aderman 715-349-8281

FALUN

FIRST BAPTIST

Mike Kleven, Pastor

Tempted and tried

face temptation without a promise. In Luke 4:1-13, we find Jesus, the Son of God, being tempted by Satan. Satan is wise and cunning. For instance, Jesus is hungry, so Satan tempts Jesus with bread. One Christian captured well how cunning Satan and his minions are. He wrote, “If a temptation feels like it has been designed just for you, that’s because it was.” Satan knows where to find the weak links in your spiritual armor.

TRINITY LUTHERAN

Jay Ticknor, Pastor | 715-689-2271

FREDERIC

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST

Pastor Scott Manly | 715-327-4956

PILGRIM LUTHERANFREDERIC (ELCA)

Pastor Emily Stelling | 715-327-8012

CHURCH OF CHRIST

Minister: Guy McCarty, Gene Olson, Robert Rutherford 715-327-8387

CROSSWALK COMMUNITY CHURCH (EFCA)

Pastor Greg Lund | 715-327-8767

ST. LUKE’S UNITED METHODIST

Pastor Steve Rice

Church: 715-327-4436 | Parsonage: 715-327-8383

WEST SWEDEN GRACE

LUTHERAN

Pastor John Peterson | 715-327-4340

ZION LUTHERAN - BONE LAKE

Pastor Mike Fisk | 715-472-8660

ST. DOMINIC CATHOLIC CHURCH

Father Thomas Sangili | 715-327-8119

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS) Pastor Quinten Buechner Office: 715-866-7191 | Cell: 715-307-4448

GRANTSBURG

CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST

UPPER ST. CROIX PARISH

Rev. Jenny Lee

715-463-2624

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION

CATHOLIC CHURCH

Father Thomas Sangili

LIVING HOPE CHURCH

Doug McConnell, Senior Pastor

Chris Radtke, Youth Pastor | 715-463-5794

Sun. 9:30 am Service at Grantsburg Middle School living-hope-church.org or sermonaudio.com Radio Broadcast: WZEZ 104.9

FAITH LUTHERAN

John Addison

715-463-5388 | www.myfaithlutheran.org Service on WCMP Radio (100.9 FM)

How does Jesus respond to Satan’s onslaught? With scripture. Time and time again Jesus answers, “It is written…” When you cut Jesus, he bled scripture. At Jesus’s darkest moment, hanging as a bloody pulp on a Roman cross, what does Jesus do? He quotes scripture (Psalm 22)!

What do you bleed? Do you bleed scripture? If you don’t, could that be one reason why you so often succumb to temptation? God has

GRACE BAPTIST

715-463-5699

BETHANY LUTHERAN

Pastor Jay Ticknor | 715-463-5746

WOOD RIVER CHRISTIAN

FELLOWSHIP | 715-463-2792

EKDALL COMMUNITY CHURCH

Rich Goodwin, Pastor | 763-229-3467

NEW HOPE LUTHERAN

Emory Johnson, Pastor | 715-463-5700

www.newhopelutheranchurch.org

Watch live and recorded sermons on our website. Sunday Service: 9:30 am

HERTEL

LAKEVIEW UNITED METHODIST

Ferdinand B. Serra, Pastor LEWIS

MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST

Samuel Subramanian, Lead Pastor 715-866-8646

LUCK

FAITH FELLOWSHIP CHURCH

2497 State Hwy 35, Luck, WI

Ken Mettler, Pastor | 715-475-7666

10:00 am Worship every Sunday

LUCK LUTHERAN

Gregory Ofsdahl, Pastor | 715-472-2605

ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN

Roger Kastelle, Pastor | 715-472-8190

WEST DENMARK LUTHERAN

Pastors Shawn Mai, Christy Wetzig and Liz Dodge | 715-472-2383

MARKVILLE

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH

Pastor Carl Heidel | 715-646-7760 Klaus Nieder | 715-244-3403

SIREN

ADVENTURE CHURCH

Lead Pastors: CJ and Cheryl Johnson 715-349-5750

BETHANY LUTHERAN

Pastor Emily Stelling 715-349-5280

SIREN UNITED METHODIST

Samuel Subramanian, Lead Pastor 715-866-8646

provided many blood-bought promises for his children. Use them! Wield them in the fight against the enemy (Ephesians 6:17).

So, if Satan tempts you to worry and fear, then fight back with one of God’s promises. Try Isaiah 41:10, “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

SIREN COVENANT

Brian Pardun, Pastor 715-349-5601

JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES

Sun. Public Talk: 10 am | Watch Tower: 10:40 am Cong. Bible Study: Tues. 7:00 pm Ministry School: 7:35 pm | Service Mtg.: 8:05 pm

DWELLING POINT CHURCH OF GOD Bryan Davis, Pastor

SPOONER

BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH (WELS) David Warskow, Pastor | 715-635-7672 Sun. 7:40 am “Voice of Salvation” broadcast WJMC 96.1 FM

ST. ALBAN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Father David Bauer | 715-635-8475

TRADE LAKE

ZION LUTHERAN

John Peterson, Pastor | 715-327-8384

TRADE LAKE BAPTIST Nathaniel King, Pastor | 715-327-8402 www.tradelakebaptistchurch.org

TRADE RIVER

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH David Lund, Pastor 715-488-2296 | www.traderiverefc.org

WEBSTER

GRACE UNITED METHODIST Samuel Subramanian, Lead Pastor 715-866-8646

OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN LCMS Jody Walter, Pastor Office: 715-866-7191 | Home: 715-866-4622 www.ourredeemerwebster.com www.facebook.com/OurRedeemerWebster CHURCH OF CHRIST 715-866-7157

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF WEBSTER Jeff Jowers, Pastor 715-866-4111

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC CHURCH Father Francis Adoboli | 715-866-7321