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County Board asked to support climate change bill JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

A representative from Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL) out of Bayfield came to the full county board of supervisors last week to give information on the group’s efforts to combat climate change. Mark Peterson is a member of the Bayfield chapter of the climate change was on the agenda. He was asking the board to consider drafting,

signing and sending a resolution to the United States Congress supporting H.R. 763. Peterson explained the idea is that because Congress over the last decade has moved very slowly on climate change and the CCL is going with a local approach. They already have dozens of local governments across the country endorsing the bill including Ashland, Bayfield and Sawyer SEE COUNTY BOARD, PAGE 2

Evers’ State of the State JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers made his second State of the State address last week. He talked about his successes including visiting all 72 counties in 2019, his first year in office. Evers mentioned his bipartisan approach to Madison, brining back the pardon review board and investing on rural communities. Here are a number of excerpts from the speech made at the

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Danbury Lions and Masons out on the ice (from left) Klaus Nieder, Adam Berklund, Pete Berklund and Adrian Davis took a break from running the 42nd annual Danbury Lions and Masons Ice Fishing contest on Burlingame Lake in Swiss. More photos on page 31.

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Grantsburg gets grain rescue equipment JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

The Great Wall of Rescue is an adaptable grain entrapment rescue system and Grantsburg Fire Department is one of the few departments in the area with this system. The system is used when someone is stuck, for example in a grain bin, and cannot get free by themselves. The Great Wall of Rescue is made of metal panels that are inserted around the person in the grain. The

metal panels are then pushed into the grain creating an enclosed area around the victim. The Great Wall of Rescue’s website has a number of training videos and a description of what it does. “The Great Wall of Rescue was designed to adapt to a multitude of grain entrapment rescue scenarios. The lightweight wall sections are easily maneuvered and can be aligned to form a wall, a tube, or other irregular shapes depending on the rescue situation and the

number of panels available. Anodized ball-and-socket joints ensure smooth panel connection, and the joint was specially designed to have some range of movement, adding to the variability in shape,” the website states. “We provide SEE RESCUE, PAGE 2 SUBMITTED

Grantsburg Fire Department now has a Great Wall of Rescue, a device used for grain entrapment rescues.

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COUNTY BOARD: Carbon tax dividends similar to social security CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

counties along with the cities of Wausau, Stevens Point and Rice Lake in Wisconsin. The first line of H.R. 763 states the bill is designed, “to create a carbon dividend trust fund for the American people in order to encourage market-driven innovation of clean energy technologies and market efficiencies which will reduce harmful pollution and leave a healthier, more stable, and more prosperous nation for future generations.” H.R. 763 was first introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives a year ago on Jan. 24, 2019. Carbon is currently not taxed and this bill would change that. Peterson said that carbon will now be taxed to cut down on carbon pollution. Under the bill, as currently written, will tax every ton of Carbon at $15 per ton and it is expected to go up $10 per ton after the first year. In turn the American people will receive a tax dividend, similar to social security. The CCL predicts the average household will receive about $45 a month in the first year. Then by the fifth year estimates show the average household will get a check of $225 every month and at the ten year mark they are estimating $300 per month. After discussing the dividend program he spoke to the extreme weather that has occurred over the last decade. Mark Peterson “There have been two 500 Bayﬁeld Chapter of years flooding events in the Climate Change last few years,” Peterson said. “July 2016 and June 2018 were record events of rainfall.” He added 2019 was the wettest year in Wisconsin since the statistic was measured in 1890, the second hottest year on the planet and was the hottest year for the planet’s oceans. “Four of the last five wettest years in the state’s history took place in the last decade,” Peterson said. “Something is happening here.” Peterson also cited the Wisconsin Initiative on Climate Change Impacts (WICCI) data on the potential effects of rising temperatures including the state may see three 500-year type style storms a year. The WICCI data shows from 1950 to 2006 winter average temperatures rose about four degrees in Burnett County. WICCI predicts that average temperature could rise another eight degrees by 2055. Supervisor Gene Olson questioned Peterson’s possible alarmist attitude at climate change and the comparison to social security. “We only have about a couple hundred years of information about (planet temperatures),” Olson said. “My grandkids aren’t going to have social security and that’s the foundation for this plan.” Supervisor Gary Lundberg said, “The devil is always in the details and I think we need to read this bill before we go forward with anything.”

‘Four of the last ﬁve wettest years in the state’s history took place in the last decade.’

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Members of the Grantsburg Fire Department and the Burnett Dairy Cooperative pose with the funds that helped pay for the new Great Wall of Rescue equipment.

RESCUE: Device will make grain rescues easier CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

accessories to aid in rescue. Platforms are provided for a sturdy base for rescuers. The insertion step allows a rescuer to use his own body weight to push sections into grain, as opposed to hammering. The step also can be used to assist victims in climbing out of the grain as they are able. The removal pipe can be used as a support handle for the victim, or to remove the panels after rescue is completed.”

Grantsburg Fire Department also has rescuer platforms that will be used by emergency services to stand on in an emergency to stop from also becoming trapped under the grain and a rescue auger which is used to extract grain faster than scooping the grain around the victim. Once the panels are in place an auger or a scoop can be used to remove the grain from inside the system. Then once the victim is able to move around they can safely exit the grain.

EVERS: State of the State after ﬁrst year in office CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

Wisconsin State Capitol Jan. 22. “As I reflect on my first year in office, although there were setbacks and occasional political posturing—what I call ‘huffing and puffing’—we also had a lot of success, and I am proud of everything we accomplished in just a year’s time. “One of the best parts of my job is getting out of the Capitol and visiting with people all across our state. And holy mackerel, that’s what we did. Lieutenant Governor Barnes and I both visited all 72 Wisconsin counties this past year. “I was also proud to sign executive orders affirming equity, inclusion, respect, and dignity for state workers in Wisconsin. Last year, I visited every single one of our agencies to thank our employees and hear about the good work

they’re doing for our state. “This past year, I also made good on my campaign promise to reinstate the pardon review board. We granted the first pardons in our state in nine years, offering forgiveness and a second chance to folks who’ve made amends in their lives and communities. “In my last State of the State Tony Evers Address, I asked the legislature to Wisconsin set politics aside Governor so we could work together on the issues facing our state. I said I expected bills to be passed with broad support and in the spirit of bipartisanship. So one of the things I’m most proud of is that

more than 95 percent of the bills I signed my first year in office had bipartisan support. “We have to work on making higher education available to more folks in our state. We have to understand how education-related debt affects not just our students, but their families, too. And we have to address the fact that student debt is preventing folks from buying a car, starting a business, saving for retirement, and starting a family. “From nonpartisan redistricting and investing in our rural communities, to addressing youth vaping and capping the cost of insulin, to closing the dark store loophole and getting PFAS out of our water, we’ve got work to do. There’s no rest for the elected, folks, and we’ve got a lot to get done before anyone takes a vacation.”

Big Gig fundraising concert The Siren music department will be holding their 8th Annual Big Gig fundraising concert on Sunday, Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. located in the Siren auditorium. This event was created to raise money for upcoming Siren music department trips. Their next trip will be to Disney World in June of 2021. This year’s concert will include a "Sequels Set" and a "Country Set." Also included will be a recap of last year's band trip to Washington DC, sports seasons

and band events taking place since last year's Big Gig. This is a

concert that mixes performances from the band and choir along with videos to highlight the music and events. There are always a few surprises and unexpected antics sure to keep the audience laughing. This is a highly anticipated event and an audience favorite. There is something for everyone and audience participation is required! The cost for the concert is $5 per person.

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 30

Sunset Snowshoe Hike

Webster Tiger Tech Open House

GRANTSBURG— 3:30 – 5 p.m. Join Crex Meadows staff for a peaceful snowshoe hike at sunset. The hike will take place on the 1.25 mile trail locating behind the Visitor Center. Snowshoes are provided, pre-registration is required: www. crexmeadows.org/programs-events.

WEBSTER— 4 – 8 p.m. Join the Webster students for their 2nd Annual Tiger Tech Open House. Tour their technical education departments and visit vendor booths with great product demos, career opportunities and college information. There will be free food, raffles and the chance to win a $250 gift card.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 31 Webb Lake Snowmobile Run Fundraiser

All Night Happy Hour GRANTSBURG— 4 – 9 p.m. Join Brickfield Brewing in Grantsburg for the ‘5th Thursday of the Month” happy hour. $1 off all 10 and 16 oz beers and $2 off of pizza. Grab your friends and family for a fun gettogether at Brickfield.

WEBSTER— 7 – 9 p.m. The Webb Lake Yellow Ribbon Snowmobile Fundraising event has two separate events. The first takes place on Friday at The Local which is the fundraiser. Join them the following day to ride snowmobiles on the snowmobile run. During their fundraiser, there will be a live auction and door prizes.

Wine Glass Paint Night ST. CROIX FALLS— 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Deer Lake Winery in St. Croix Falls is holding a wine glass painting event. Make your win glass into a useable work of art. The cost of the event is $31 per person and includes your materials and a glass of wine. Call 715222-1221 to reserve your spot.

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Pot Decorating Succulent Planting Party GRANTSBURG— 6 p.m. Join Village Floral and Gifts for a fun night of decorating and planting. The cost is $20 per person and includes a succulent, paint, dirt and terra cotta pot. There is only 10 spots available, so message them on Facebook to book your spot.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1 Instant Pot Essentials GRANTSBURG— 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The Instant Pot Essentials class will be held at the Grantsburg High School. If you’d like to learn the essentials of using an instant pot, then this class is for you. They will share tips and tricks for learning the appliance and you will also learn to make a delicious lunch. The cost of the class is $20 per person, register online at www.gk12.net/ grantsburg/ced.

Open Paint Party DANBURY— 10 a.m. Lakeside Creations is hosting an open paint party. Choose from one of their projects made in their

photo album on their Facebook page, or send them a photo of something you’d like to create on Facebook. Text 763-242-8905 or Facebook Message Lakeside Creations to reserve your spot.

MEETINGS FIRST MONDAY Town of Webb Lake 6 p.m.

FIRST TUESDAY Knit Love Mitts SPOONER— 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Northwind Book & Fiber will be hosting this event. Come and knit fingerless mitts and embroider a felt heart on the palms. You must know how to cast on and knit for this class. This class is good for an advanced beginner. Contact Northwind Book & Fiber to register.

Arctic Friends Workshop BALSAM LAKE— 10:30 a.m. The Balsam Lake Public Library is hosting this event. Bring your own arctic friend to life- hand stuff a plush pal, name it, listen to a story with the Balsam Lake Royalty and take it home. You must register by calling the library because the plush animals are limited. This event is for younger children.

Otis Taylor American Legion Post 96 7 p.m.

FIRST THURSDAY Webb Lake Men’s Club 3:30 p.m.

Village of Siren first Thursday after the first Monday, 2 p.m.

SECOND MONDAY Grantsburg School Board 5 p.m.

Town of Grantsburg 5:30 p.m.

Village of Grantsburg 6 p.m.

Disabled American Vets Chapter 66 6:30 p.m.

Town of Jackson 7 p.m.

Winter Dance Party TURTLE LAKE— 8 – 11 p.m. Turtle Lake is holding their Winter Dance Party on Feb. 1. There will be tributes to Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, Big Bopper, Dion & the Belmonts, Bobby Vee and Brenda Lee. Admission is free!

Town of Meenon 7 p.m.

Town of Sand Lake 7 p.m.

Town of Scott 7 p.m.

Town of LaFollette

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2

7:30 p.m.

Sunday Snowshoe

SECOND TUESDAY

ST. CROIX FALLS— 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Interstate Park in St. Croix Falls is hosting a Sunday snowshoe event. Check out a pair of snowshoes at the Ice Age Visitor Center every Sunday in February for a snowshoe hike. Hikers will meet at the Visitor Center and all snowshoes are available on a firstcome, first-serve basis. All events at the park require a day or yearly 2020 state park pass.

Webb Lake Comm. Club 1 p.m.

Grantsburg American Legion Auxiliary 5 p.m.

Town of Blaine 6 p.m.

Town of Anderson 7 p.m.

Town of Daniels 7 p.m.

Town of Roosevelt 7 p.m.

Town of Swiss

ONGOING

7 p.m.

EVERY SUNDAY

AA and Al-Anon Meetings

Wellbriety Meeting

AA Meetings

7 p.m. Lakeside Community Lutheran Church, A & H. Both meetings held at church, different rooms.

5 p.m. at Round Lake Community Center, Luck. Contact Charity R. 715-371-1418

Grief Support Group

EVERY THURSDAY

• 9 a.m. New Beginnings Club, Siren. 715-349-2588 • 1 p.m. Lakeview Methodist Church, Hertel. 715-468-7228 • 1 p.m. Dewey Town Hall, Hertel

Wellbriety Meeting 6 p.m. at St. Croix Tribal Hall, Danbury Contact Shara’lanee’ Skinaway, 715-645-9515

EVERY MONDAY Adult Day Care 9 a.m.–3 p.m., Crexway Court, Grantsburg.

Burnett Cty. Family Resource Ctr. Playgroup 10–11:30 a.m. at 24062 St. Rd. 35/70, Siren

Ruby’s Siren Food Shelf 10 a.m.–2 p.m. 24534 St. Rd. 35/70, Siren

6:30 p.m., St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, Frederic Contact Margaret McAbee 715-653-4270

9 a.m.–3 p.m. Birchwood Manor, Siren

Celebrate Recovery

Grantsburg Area Food Shelf

6 p.m., Adventure Church, Siren Contact Pastor Carolyn, 715-349-5750

To qualifying residents of Grantsburg School District 9:30–1:30 a.m., 320 S. Brad St., Grantsburg

Wellbriety Meeting

Adult Day Care

5 p.m. at Maple Plain Community Center, Cumberland. Contact Hazel H. 715-822-822-3562 or Andrea H. 715-642-4403

12 p.m. The Pour House, Siren

1ST & 2ND TUESDAY

6 p.m. Faith Community Church, Danbury. Contact Crystal 715-919-1811.

Siren/Webster Rotary Meeting Celebrate Recovery (12 step Bible-based AA group)

AA Meetings

Talking Circle

Narcotics Anonymous

• 7 p.m. Senior Citizens Center, Webster • 7 p.m. Pilgrim Lutheran Church, Frederic

7 p.m., Sand Lake Elder Nutrition Site. Contact Mark Stoner 715-416-2667

7 p.m. New Beginnings Club, Siren. 715-349-2588

Divorce Care Recovery and Support Group

EVERY WEDNESDAY

New Life Recovery Program

7 p.m. First Baptist Church, Osceola 715-294-4222 or 651-214-5251 (after 5 p.m.)

Forts Folle Avoine History Library

7 p.m. Wood River Christian Fellowship, Grantsburg 715-463-3941

Overeaters Anonymous

10 a.m.–4 p.m. Other days by appointment

AA Meetings

7 p.m., New Beginnings Club, Siren. 715-349-2588

Ruby’s Siren Food Shelf 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 24534 St. Rd. 35/70, Siren

Lions Bingo 7 p.m. Webster Community Center

• 12 p.m. United Methodist Church, Danbury • 7 p.m. Crossroads Church, Webster

10:30 a.m., Grantsburg Public Library

EVERY TUESDAY Adult Day Care 9 a.m. –3 p.m., Birchwood Manor, Siren Grantsburg Rotary Meeting 12 p.m., T-Dawgs, Grantsburg

Pre-School Story Hour AA Meetings • 1 p.m. Dewey Town Hall, Hertel • 7 p.m. New Beginnings Club, Siren. 715-349-2588

‘Lost Voice Club’ meeting 7 p.m. Moose Lodge Meeting Room, Siren. 715-866-7585

EVERY FRIDAY Free Bread Friday 9 a.m. until gone, Trinity Lutheran Church, Falun. 715-689-2271

Grantsburg American Legion Post 185 7 p.m.

Northland Beekeepers 7-9 p.m. Siren Government Center, Room 165

Town of Dewey 8 p.m. MS Self-Help Group 6 p.m. Larsen Family Library

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THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK:

“Losers quit when they fail. Winners fail until they succeed.” -Robert T. Kiyosaki

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The Richie Bros. gang

he Richie boys grew up outside of Milwaukee and we very well could have been a gang in the early 2000s. We ran roughshod over the suburbs for many years. Our lineup included my brothers Matthew, two years older, and Joshua, two years younger, with yours truly in the middle. I’ve got a lot of stories of our gang from those days, but I’d like to focus on this one after watching the WWE Royal Rumble Sunday night. We didn’t grow up in a house full of screens. We had a pair of tube TVs and did not get cable, have internet or video game consoles. I have used this space in the past to mention my athleticism; varsity wrestler, little league baseball phenom and mediocre offensive lineman. You also know of my affinity for professional wrestling. Those two would often intersect with my brothers in our house Sentinel growing up. It appears our parents in lieu of Editor technology they wanted us to play Jonathan Richie outside. It sounds crazy now, but things were different 20 years ago. Team sports are difficult with three so we would adjust by having someone always on offense. Most of the time we would end up just putting shin pads on Joshua and forcing him to be goalie in driveway hockey. He was pretty safe. Now, three boys between the ages of 6 and 12 are never emotionally stable for an extended period of time. So when we hated each other, we would wrestle. The goal was always the same – give your brother a concussion. Obviously, we did not know that was our intent at the time. The intent was to cause each other as much pain as possible. Size was always an issue because none of us were ever in the same weight class, Matthew and I were quite rotund growing up and Josh has always had a stick figure. One time Joshua and I were wrestling when I accidentally slammed him into the window. I tried to slam him into the bed but missed by a little. And that’s how I broke a window in our bedroom. Oh, and Joshua was fine – no internal or external injuries, emotional scars, yes, but nothing that Mom would immediately notice. We also watched wrestling on TV. I was a fan of WWE Monday Night Raw and Matthew liked WCW Monday Nitro. This is known as the Monday night wars in sports entertainment. However, we did not have cable, so we would have to watch the syndicated edition or weekly recap Saturday mornings. Recently, I stumbled upon some old pro wrestling videos on YouTube and got lost in those. When I say stumbled, I mean I spent an embarrassing amount of Friday afternoon and evening watching old matches from 1997-2002. This leads me to the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) Network which has almost all televised wrestling events dating back to the 1980s. So now, I’ve got something to watch on TV for the rest of the winter. There is no life lesson here, it’s just a set up for columns in the future on the Richie Bros. gang.

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Birthday cake is better “So the sun shines on his funeral just the same as on a birth, the way it shines on everything that happens here on Earth.” lyric, “Enough to be on your way” by James Taylor will celebrate my 59th birthday next month and it seems I have reached the point in my life where I attend birthday celebrations and funerals. Last week I served as a pall bearer for my brother-in-law Al Eilderts, who died suddenly at age 63. Al, who we always referred to as “Uncle Al,” had bypass surgery two months ago. From the He was a kind, quiet and gentle Publisher’s soul. You had to get to know him to Desk understand his dry and sly sense of humor. Tom Stangl Uncle Al was always ready to lend h d content to be one of the folks who worked a hand, behind the scenes, shying away from the limelight. When my parents passed away he was a true brother to me as we toiled to clean out the house where my parents lived for over 50 years. My parents were insistent about not having their belongings sold to strangers at an estate auction. We were welcome to divide items not bequeathed in the will and to give away possessions, but a formal sale was out of the question. Living an hour away, my wife and I, Al and his wife, my sister Cathy, spent numerous weekends going through items. We many Saturdays determining what was a family keepsake, what could be given away and what should be thrown away. Those of you who have done this type of generational cleaning understand how daunting and emotional the process can be. It was made a bit easier

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sharing the experience with Uncle Al who was always positive and helpful. Uncle Al was passionate about the Minnesota Vikings, Minnesota Twins and Iowa Hawkeyes. Sports was his passion and he was looking forward to watching his grandson, who just turned four, learn and play baseball and football. A devoted husband, father and grandfather, Uncle Al’s absence will be keenly felt in the days, months and years ahead. Since we moved to Wisconsin in 2012, we hadn’t seen Al and Cathy as often as we used to when we lived just 20 miles away. It was common for us to get together for meals several times a month and to spend holidays together after our parents passed away. Cathy turned 70 in August and my family, along with my sister Teresa, who lives in Canada, made a surprise visit to Iowa. Cathy was shocked to see us, Uncle Al was radiant that he had been able to be in on the ruse. We had a great time. I am so glad we went. But if it had not been for a landmark birthday, I doubt I would have been very enthusiastic about the six hour drive each way. I encourage you all to just go see the people you love. We truly don’t know how much time we are given. In the coming year I hope to be at more birthday parties. The food’s better, people are in better spirits and there’s usually cake AND ice cream. I’m a sucker for birthday cake and ice cream. 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.

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It happens here SENATOR PATTY SCHACHTNER

January is Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention month and while this issue can seem abstract and far away, trafficking happens here. I am cosponsoring a Joint Resolution to acknowledge the threat of human trafficking and make it clear that Wisconsin has zero tolerance for this modern-day slavery. Patty We are committed to Schachtner eliminating trafficking and ensuring District 10 liberty for all. Senator Human trafficking has been reported in all 72 counties of our state in rural, urban, tribal, and suburban communities. In 2018, the National Human Trafficking Hotline received 388 contacts and confirmed 134 cases and since 2007, over 667 people have been victims in Wisconsin. Around one third of victims in Wisconsin have been minors. It is even estimated that incidents of trafficking are underreported because the warning signs are not always clear. Human trafficking in the real world doesn’t look the same as it appears in Hollywood productions which can make it difficult to report, identify, and prosecute. In many instances, cases of trafficking have been misidentified as prostitution, but thankfully data reporting practices for sex trafficking are changing and attitudes are shifting. Those being trafficked are the most

vulnerable members of our communities like children in foster care, youth of color, children with disabilities, homeless minors. Many trafficking situations begin with an intimate partner or perceived romantic relationship that the trafficker then exploits. Minors in need of financial support or housing are particularly vulnerable to being coerced into a trafficking situation. Wisconsin’s Department of Children and Families is spreading awareness and encouraging the public to look for signs in minors that may be at risk of being trafficked. Behavioral indicators include: • A minor hanging out with a new group of people and exhibiting a significant change in behavior or an increased presence online • A minor uncertain answering questions about age or identity and looks to others around them to answer instead • A minor with an appearance that doesn’t match what you know about that child. They may even have a tattoo that they are reluctant or unable to explain. • A minor with multiple cells phones, no ID, or an ID being held and controlled by another person • A minor with an older significant other that is controlling or seems abusive With greater awareness, Wisconsinites can shine a light on trafficking to free more survivors, prosecute more traffickers, and prevent human trafficking in our communities.

Addressing violence against our nurses REP. GAE MAGNAFICI

On Tuesday, the State Assembly passed Assembly Bill 175, a bill I’ve co-authored with State Senator Dale Kooyenga. This bill addresses workplace violence against nurses by providing a felony penalty for assaulting a nurse. As a former nurse, I know firsthand how pervasive this issue has become, and I’m proud to help give much needed protection to our nurses in Wisconsin. Nurses should never be afraid to go to work. They look after our loved ones by providing care to those in need, and every day they make a positive difference in people’s lives. As nurses, we tend to place the well-being of our patients

before our own safety. Yet many nurses deal with the prospect of workplace violence on a frequent basis. A study conducted by the Wisconsin Nurses Association found Gae that nearly two-thirds Magnaﬁci of nurses surveyed had experienced District 28 workplace violence Representative while on duty within the previous year. Over half of those experiencing workplace violence had encountered three or more episodes. Twenty percent of those

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Craving Shepard’s Pie – all winter long! Last week the food editor at Bon Appetite wrote that she did not want Shepard’s pie; she wanted persimmons. I was feeling all confident and smug about what I was going to write about this week, until I read that. How can she NOT want a Shepard’s pie this time of year? Apparently, she does not live in the north where we crave rich Wild Chow belly-filling dishes like Shepard’s pie. Lisa Erickson Right before I read her blurb, I had just spent 10 minutes watching a YouTube video my mother sent me about Shepard’s pie. Shepard’s pie is relatively new to me. I did not grow up eating it until a few years ago when Mom became obsessed with it. My father hated hot-dishes. He didn’t think food should be combined. My mom has relentlessly searched for the perfect Shepard’s pie. She’s even ordered packets of spice mixes from Ireland to get the perfect flavor profile. The key to a perfect Shepard’s pie is to let the meat simmer and cook with the spices and onion before you top it with jazzed up the mashed potatoes with butter and 3 cheeses. Simmering the meat makes it ultra-tender so it will melt in your mouth. Adding cheese and butter to the potatoes creates a tasty rich crust. This recipe is adapted from the video and it’s fairly simple. A good Shepard’s pie can’t be rushed. Using the freshest ingredients will make this pie a family hit. Shepard’s Pie Adapted from PhillyBoyJay Serves 8 2 lbs. ground beef 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper

1 tsp paprika ½ tsp thyme 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 4 Tbsp. ketchup 1—10-12 oz. beef bouillon (liquid) 1 cup water 1/3 cup flour 2 carrots, chopped ½ cup of peas Topping 6 large Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed 2 Tbsp. butter 4 oz cream cheese ½ cup whole milk 1 tsp salt ¼ cup Parmesan cheese ½ cup cheddar cheese 1 egg yolk ½ tsp paprika 1 tsp parsley

In a large Dutch oven, brown the ground beef for 5 minutes. Add onion and garlic and continue to cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the salt, pepper, thyme paprika, Worcestershire, and ketchup; simmer on low and continue to stir frequently. In a medium size bowl, combine the bouillon liquid, water, and flour and add to simmering meat and cook for 15- 20 minutes on low, covered, stirring frequently, until thickened. Add the vegetables; simmer 2-3 minutes. Pour into a large 9 X 13 baking dish and spread to edges of the pan. In a large saucepan, cover potatoes with cold water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes until tender. Drain. With a hand mixer, briefly mix potatoes until broken apart, but not completely mashed. Add cheeses, salt, milk, and egg yolk. Mix on low just until combined. Do not over mix. Spoon mashed potatoes over meat mixture, being careful to not mix into the meat. Use a knife or off-set spatula to spread potatoes over the top. Sprinkle the paprika and parsley flakes over the top. Bake for 30 minutes.

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The census is coming JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@ BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

Starting in March Burnett County residents will start receiving invitations to participate in the 2020 United State Census. A majority of residents will receive their census invitation in the mail and a small percentage will receive their invitation when a census taker stops at their household. Robert Gollnik has been speaking with a number of municipalities in the area about the upcoming census and the importance of having an accurate count. He made a brief presentation to the county board. Gollnik is one of over 20 Census partnership specialists. This is the first year that people will be able to respond to the census over the phone, mail or internet. “The census is critically important in rural communities,” said County Administrator Nate Ehalt. Gollnik added that rural communities like Burnett County often get categorized as high vacancy rate areas. There are a number of factors in that category and Gollnik said is most likely due to the amount of secondary homes in the county. “A developer will look at

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that data and say ‘There’s no need for houses up there. Look at the high vacancy rate’,” Gollnik said. “That is why we need the most accurate count and why I’m here early on in the process.” Gollnik said this early outreach is happening across the country as the 2020 Census gets closer. County Chair Don Taylor said the census is important to the county board because it determines the district the supervisors represent. Every ten years the districts are re-drawn and all districts have to have similar populations, for these reasons Taylor urged the supervisors to

tell their constituents to report accurate data from their household. Supervisors were given a list of 50 ways the census data gets used. This included decision making at all levels of government, drawing school district boundaries, analyzing local trends and event creating maps to speed emergency services to households in need of assistance. Gollnik added the census is still looking for census workers for hourly work over the next several months. He said they are being hired at $19 an hour with training beginning next month and census work will continue through the summer into early fall.

A Grantsburg man has been charged with eight felony counts linked to a cell phone that had video footage of minors without their consent. In December Grantsburg Police Department reached out to the Wisconsin Department of Criminal Investigations (DCI) after finding a phone with videos and images being taken of juveniles without their consent. Special Agent Theodore Indermuehle took the stand last week to testify in the preliminary hearing in a felony case revolving around alleged child pornography. Johnny Massey, 33, Grantsburg has been charged with eight felony counts including two counts of child sexual exploitation and two counts of possession of child pornography. He was transported from Barron County Jail where he is currently being housed on $10,000 cash bond because the Burnett County Jail is often full. SA Indermuehle testified that Massey told him during an interview that the camera capturing video of the shower because he believed people were stealing his shampoo. District Attorney Jim Rennicke then asked if in any of the clips he reviewed showed anyone attempting to steal shampoo and Indermuehle responded that none of the clips showed anyone stealing shampoo. Indermuehle stated there were both videos and still images of two

juveniles. During the investigation Indermuehle came to believe the juveniles in the video and images were a 14-year-old girl and an 11 or 9-yearold boy. Indermuehle was uncertain at the hearing of the boy’s age. Indermuehle stated in the video he saw the “vaginal area and exposed breasts” of the juvenile girl. Massey Indermuehle added the video appeared to be taken without her consent. He also stated while testifying that there were a number of regular photos of Massey on the phone along with the explicit images. Massey’s attorney, Renee Taber said she would be filing a motion to dismiss four of the eight felony counts because they state elements must include sexually explicit behavior. Taber said there is no evidence showing sexually explicit behavior in the images. According to the criminal complaint, authorities were made aware of a cell phone with images of naked juvenilles. The phone allegedly contains video of a juvenile girl preparing and then getting into the shower and a juvenile boy using the toilet. The complaint states the filming took place in two different residences in the Village of Grantsburg. There is a motion hearing in the case scheduled for March 17 and Massey remains in custody on $10,000 cash bond.

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The committee responsible with researching the impact of concentrated animal feeding operations or CAFOs continues to meet and they recently learned about cropland management and water quality in Burnett County. County Administrator Nate Ehalt began by saying this will be another learning session in their time serving on the large scale livestock study ad-hoc committee. Ehalt is the chair of the committee informally called the CAFO committee. Paul La Liberte of Wisconsin’s Green Fire spoke at length about the relationship between agriculture

and water quality. Wisconsin’s Green Fire, “supports the conservation legacy of Wisconsin by promoting science-based management of Wisconsin’s natural resources.” La Liberte said the relationship between cropland management and water quality is complicated. He added that over the last 25 years crop management has changed tremendously, and the farmers now have a better understanding. “They are the ones out in the field trying different things to see what works,” La Liberte said. La Liberte explained that during rainfall and when snow melts phosphorus and nitrogen are released from the soil and end up in surface water. Although phosphorus is essential to all life, it can

have adverse effects on water bodies if saturation occurs including the production of algae blooms. “Algae blooms can cause repiratory issues in people, like coughing, congestion and difficulty breathing,” La Liberte said. “It can also lead to dermatologic effects like redness of the skin and hives. Some people also report headaches, abdominal pain and vomiting.” He stated that Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) has an abundance of data that shows that bodies of water with more phosphorus are more prone to algae blooms. WDNR data shows that 59% of lakes and streams are being monitored for aquatic life impairments. 19% of aquatic life has been reported to have impairments and 67% of the rivers and streams have excessive amounts of phosphorous. La Liberte said nutrient enrichment plans including how they use nitrates and phosphorus are how farmers use nitrates and phosphorus is incredibly important to maintaining water quality in Wisconsin. Following the presentation Ehalt and other members commented that they have a better understanding of cropland management for the next presentation by the county zoning department led by land services director Jason Towne. That meeting will be held at the Government Center Feb. 12 at 1 p.m.

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Siren school district has begun implementing an activity designed to build relationships with students and teachers to increase learning capabilities will soon expand to all staff in the district. Third grade teacher Lori Lemieux spoke to the school board last week about the red dot activity, which originated at Harvard University. Lemieux was a teacher in Braham years ago when the red dot activity was first explained to her. At the time that district was focused on building relationships with staff and students.

“I spoke with another teacher and we agreed, ‘yeah, we have relationships with our students,’” she said. “So I just set it aside for years.” Teachers put a red dot next to a student’s name when they believe they have a relationship with the student. “This isn’t intended for students struggling with the material,” Lemieux said. “There are students that I don’t speak to throughout the day unless I call on them in class after they’ve raised their hands.” Lemieux said all Siren teachers are on board with the red dot activity. They’ve set goals for February and the end of the year. “We’d like teachers to have three

dots by the end of February and then five dots by the end of the year,” Lemieux said. While teaching in Braham, Lemieux said her kids were going through the Siren school district. “During that time the thing that kept our kids in the district is the staff,” Lemieux said. The district will be expanding the red dot activity to include janitorial and kitchen staff as well as aides in the district to involve everyone who interacts with the students. “This is not a change that will happen overnight,” Lemieux said. “But over years teachers will start to see change in the school.”

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The Grantsburg School District has been working on upgrading their schools and now it is time for a new phone system, new scoreboards on the ballfields and renovation to room 120 in the high school to make it ADA compliant. At the Grantsburg School Board meeting Monday night, the board approved three different upgrade projects to be done in the district. The first of those projects was upgrading the phone system to IP phones in both the elementary and the high school. The phone systems

at Nelson and the middle school had already been updated over the past few years. The cost of these new phones will run $21,641. The second project is replacing the scoreboards at the varsity softball and baseball fields. Mike Amundson, athletic director, explained that the scoreboards will be switched over to LED lights and will remain wireless. They will be purchasing the scoreboards through the same company the old ones were purchased through- Daktronics. The cost of the replacement scoreboards will run approximately $15,362.88. The final project, which has already been in the works, is continu-

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ing the renovation on room 120 in the high school and to purchase new furniture for the room. Room 120 used to be the computer lab and had three tiers, or levels, in the room. The room is now being used for RTI and special education, so the tiers were removed and now meets the ADA requirements. The furniture the district wants to purchase will provide flexible learning spaces for those that use the room. The new furniture includes tables, desks, chairs, a sofa and a teacher’s desk. The price of this new furniture will cost around $13,223.96.

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experiencing workplace violence reported traumatic stress associated with these episodes. I also dealt with this issue firsthand during my time as a nurse. Parents under duress from separation or divorce would lash out at my colleagues and me. People looking for drugs would intimidate and confront us to get what they wanted. Family members and visitors impaired by drugs or alcohol were often unpredictable. In these unstable situations, it felt as though my colleagues and I were walking on eggshells. In spite of these tense, violent, and disturbing situations, it was not until my work on this bill that I took time to really reflect on all the workplace violence I faced. The work that I did was too important. I ignored the dangers to myself because the care of my patients was my only focus. Such was the case with many of my colleagues. Reporting workplace abuse was a low priority compared to caring for our patients. By providing a harsher penalty for these types of abuses, we remind nurses across the state of how important their safety is, and that our laws provide them with protections because of the critical and personal nature of their profession. They must take whatever steps they need to provide a safe environment for themselves and their patients. The public must know that we stand behind our nurses, and that abusive behavior towards those who provide care will not be tolerated. A safer environment for nurses will mean a safer environment for all patients and a higher quality of care. It has been a privilege to work on this bill with Senator Kooyenga. I’m proud of the passage of this bill through the Assembly and the Senate, and I hope Governor Evers will recognize the great need for this bipartisan bill and sign it into law.

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Catch big fun at the Grantsburg Legion Big Wood Lake Ice-Fishing Contest GRANTSBURG –– The Grantsburg American Legion will be hosting their 27th annual ice fishing contest at the Thoreson American Legion Park at Big Wood Lake from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8. Catch a chance to take home $100, $75, and $50 for the first, second, and third largest fish, respectively. Catch the first dogfish and win $50. And hey kids, be one of the first 40 youngsters 15 and under to bring a fish to the pavilion and get $5. Folks can reel in the grand prize of a $1,000 bond or one of the bigger prizes being drawn for along many door prizes (given away every 15 minutes throughout the day) with a $10 contest ticket. Legion members will be selling tickets in the Legion Pavilion and the public landings. Fill up on hot eats and cold refreshments ready and waiting for folks in the warming tent. Bring your ticket to the Legion Post in Grantsburg after the contest for beverage specials and a home cooked meal. Thoreson American Legion Park is located at

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Wisconsin Senate gives OK to taking selﬁes with ballot Wisconsin voters could legally take selfies with their marked election ballots under a bill the state Senate approved Tuesday. Wisconsin is one of 18 states with a law barring the showing of a completed ballot, but it is rarely enforced. The Senate approved the bill on a voice vote. It goes next to the state Assembly. The measure’s supporters call the ban archaic, especially in an era in which voters are increasingly posting pictures of themselves with their marked ballots on social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook. But county election clerks warned last year that changing the law could open the door to undoing the secrecy of the ballot. The Wisconsin County Clerk Association registered against the bill. Clerks warned lawmakers that making it commonplace to show a marked ballot could lead to employers, unions or others forcing people to prove they voted a certain way to receive a benefit or avoid being punished. They also voiced concern about how people legally taking photos in a polling location could

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JAMES BOUTIN James produces images of nature made from brass, copper and aluminum. He lives near Webster where he spends much time hunting, skiing and just

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Morgan Shetler is Siren’s student of the week this week. She is a sophomore this year and is the daughter of Kevin and Julie Shetler and Kelly Clemens. Morgan works very hard in the classroom, enjoys being at school and participating in FCCLA. Morgan is very athletic participating in volleyball, basketball, track and softball. She is known well for her smile and the excitement that she can bring to everyone around her. After graduating, she would like to attend college to pursue a degree in the ﬁeld of science.

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League of Women Voters include census 2020 information in local events The League of Women Voters—St. Croix Valley is hosting forums about pertinent topics for area voters in three counties next week. Critical topics include the 2020 Census and Voter Security. The League is also celebrating the 100th anniversary of its founding and the passage of the 19th Amendment to the US Constitution. Bob Gollnik of the US Census Bureau will share information about efforts to get an accurate count for the census. He will also discuss why non-citizens are counted, and how the Census plays a role in the distribution of government funds for education, healthcare, infrastructure, and political representation. For this census, the focus continues to be on reaching hard to count communities and ensuring these communities get included in the census count. For the first time ever, in 2020 the Census will be primarily digitally based. A question and answer period will follow his presentation. With the 2020 election cycle comes an increased focus on election security and fraud prevention. Polk County Clerk, Sharon Jorgenson, will present information about why election security is a concern and how the Wisconsin Election Commission plays a role. A question and answer period will occur after her presentation. Clerks in other counties are presenting in their respective areas; the schedule is below. Since the League of Women Voters is celebrating the 100th anniversary of its founding on Feb. 14, the Upper St. Croix Valley League will mark the occasion by serving birthday cake. Its mission of “Empowering Voters—Defending Democracy” will be the focus nationwide Feb.14 of its Day of Action. Tueday, Feb. 4, 6:30-8 p.m. Polk County, Balsam Lake Government Center. (Second floor. Doors are locked at 7:00 pm.) Monday, Feb. 3, 6:30-8 p.m. St. Croix County, Roberts Congregational UCC Church Thursday, February 6, 6:30-8:00 p.m., Siren Government Center, room 165

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The ice must be right as the reports of successful fishing are coming in. So, if you’re in need of that fresh cold air, hit the ice! Oh, and as we enter February many of the area fishing contests will be coming soon. So, what’s your favorite ice fishing story? Stop in the center and share your tale over a cup of warm coffee. Oh, and February has so much to

offer this year. With Ground Hog’s Day, Valentine’s Day and a whole extra day at the end of month. A special friend of mine turned 85 on Monday. Happy Birthday, Jerry Marek! We offer Wi-Fi, coffee and goodies, and check out the book nook. Questions on meal reservations, hall rentals, or other requests, call the center at 715-463-2940 or email

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using the van or bus, contact the ADRC office to make your arrangements. This a great way to travel as it only costs a dollar to use the bus or van. I don’t have the name of the bingo winner as nobody gave me the winner name. I was not at bingo so have no idea who won. The 500 winners for this week were Nona Severson, Gerry Vogel, Roger McKee, Dwaine Bently and

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ual game and series, 279 and 548. The Wild Bunch had a high team game and series, 548 and 1699. Splits picked up were: Millie 4-5-7, Dana 5-10, Bill P 2-7, Lu 4-5-7 and Linda 4-5. Good job by all. We sure need some subs, if interested stop on Friday morning before 9 a.m. We had to say goodbye to Millie this week as she is moving to northern Minnesota. She will be missed. Our new president is Barb Sweet. Stop in and say hello to her. Our next meeting is Feb. 18, please plan to attend. We always need

new voices and ideas. If you haven’t been to the center, please stop in and see all it has to offer, including delicious lunches. Pick up a menu and sign up for your favorite. Our potluck and horse race will be the second Saturday in Feb., the 8th. Hope to see you there. Remember: Look for something positive in each day, even if you have to look a little harder. See you at the center.

Coming Events: · Business meeting in Feb. and the annual meeting will be on the 19th at 1 p.m. . Bingo at Legion Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. A progressive pot, too! . Sr. Center Valentine Potluck – Wednesday, Feb. 12 · Fun with friends, every day!

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Our deepest sympathy to Diane Norman’s family. Diane passed away on Jan. 21 from a very fast cancer. Diane was recently elected to be our treasurer for the new year. A new treasurer will be chosen in the near future. Several from the Senior Center are going to use the ADRC bus and go to Cambridge for lunch and a shopping trip. We are going on Jan. 30. If you are interested in

Dates to Remember: Feb. 12 – Potluck 11:30 Feb. 12 – Executive Meeting 10:45 Feb. 14 – Valentine Day Feb. 20 – Monthly Meeting 9:30

WEBSTER SENIORS by Bernie Bolter

I am back. After a couple of colds and a move, I believe I am ready to bring you the news from the center again. Thanks for your patience. We had a nice group for Dime Bingo and our newcomer Jolene Connors was the winner of the big pot. Congratulations Jolene and welcome to our center. Pat O. was the winner at pool and Nancy won at Dominoes. They play every Thursday at 1 p.m., come and join the fun. Wii bowling is alive and exciting as usual. Bill B. had a high individ-

School stocks room with personal essentials, washer, dryer THREE LAKES—A school district in northern Wisconsin has refurbished an old photography dark room into a place where the basic needs of its students are met. Teachers at the Three Lakes School District raised money to furnish the room with a washer and dryer to help students who might not have access to one at home. WJFW-TV reports special education teacher Nicole

Lewis makes sure the room is stocked with personal essentials such as shampoo, soap, deodorant, and toothbrushes. “Not many students, or adults for that matter are able to concentrate and learn if those basic needs aren't met,” said Lewis. “I think it's one of those things that's a necessity in a school.” The room is also stocked with spare clothing.

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY, all real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention to make such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll free at 800-6699777. The toll free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 800-927-9275.

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How your income might be BadgerCare Plus changes affecting your Medicare premiums start Feb. 1, 2020 GWAAR LEGAL SERVICES TEAM

If you are on Medicare and you have higher income, you may have to pay a higher monthly premium for your Part B and prescription drug coverage. These higher premiums are called “Income-Related Monthly Adjusted Amount” (IRMAA). Fewer than 5 percent of people with Medicare will pay IRMAA, so most people are not affected. Whether you have to pay an IRMAA depends on your tax filing status and yearly income from two years ago. That means that in 2020, your IRMAA will be based on your 2018 tax return, as shown in the table below. If you believe that your IRMAA is wrong, the Social Security Administration (SSA) may recalculate it. However, this will usually happen only if you have had a life-changing event. SSA considers these situations to be life-changing events: • Death of a spouse • Marriage • Divorce or annulment • You or your spouse stopping work

or reducing the number of hours you work • Involuntary loss of income-producing property due to a natural disaster, disease, fraud, or other circumstances • Loss of pension • Receipt of settlement payment from a current or former employer due to the employer’s closure or bankruptcy You may also ask SSA to recalculate your IRMAA if you filed an amended tax return, if the IRS provided incorrect income information to SSA, or if there is a more recent tax return available. If you have an IRMAA in 2020 and you experienced one of these life-changing events, contact an Elder Benefit Specialist. You will need to show proof that a life-changing event occurred. For example, if you recently got married, you should be prepared to show your marriage certificate. If SSA finds that your IRMAA was incorrect, you will be refunded for any higher premiums that were already paid (the difference between the IRMAA premium and the standard premium amount).

If your yearly income in 2018 (for what you pay in 2020) was: File individual tax return

File joint tax return

File married & separate tax return

You pay each month (in 2020) for Part B

You pay each month (in 2020) for Part D

$87,000 or less

$174,000 or less

$87,000 or less

$144.60

Your plan premium

above $87,000 up to $109,000

above $174,000 up to $218,000

Not applicable

$202.40

$12.20 + your plan premium

above $109,000 up to $136,000

above $218,000 up to $272,000

Not applicable

$289.20

$31.50 + your plan premium

above $136,000 up to $163,000

above $272,000 up to $326,000

Not applicable

$376.00

$50.70 + your plan premium

above $163,000 and less than $500,000

above $326,000 and less than $750,000

above $87,000 and less than $413,000

$462.70

$70.00 + your plan premium

$500,000 or above

$750,000 and above

$413,000 and above

$491.60

$76.40 + your plan premium

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THE GREATER WISCONSIN AGENCY ON AGING RESOURCES (GWAAR) LEGAL SERVICES TEAM

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) recently announced changes to BadgerCare Plus. These changes will affect adults ages 19-64 who are not pregnant and who do not have dependent children living with them. On November 1, 2019, DHS mailed information about these changes to current members who are childless adults. Members will receive a separate letter that provides more detail about the changes at their renewal. These changes include: • Emergency room copay. Members will be charged a copay of $8 if they visit the ER for care in a situation that is not an emergency. The $8 copay will not apply if the provider determines the visit to be an emergency. The provider’s decision will be based on the patient’s symptoms, rather than the final diagnosis. Please note that federal law requires hospital emergency rooms to screen every patient who seeks emergency care and to stabilize or transfer those with medical emergencies, regardless of health insurance status or ability to pay. BadgerCare Plus members who are tribal members, the child or grandchild of a tribal member, or who qualify for Indian Health Services do not have to pay emergency room copays. • Monthly premiums. BadgerCare Plus members who are childless adults and who have incomes over 50% of the Federal Poverty Level will be charged up to $8 each month for their entire household. In 2019, 50% of the Federal Poverty Level was $520 per month for a household of one or $705 per month for a household of two. These numbers will likely change for 2020. Members who do not pay all owed premiums by the end of their certification period will lose eligibility for six months. BadgerCare Plus members who are tribal members, the child or grandchild of a tribal member, or who qualify for Indian Health Services do not have to pay monthly premiums. In addition, members who are homeless, were homeless at any point in the last 12 months, have been residing in a medical institution for at least 30 days, or

who have a disability will not have to pay monthly premiums. • Optional health survey. Members will be given the option to complete a health survey. If members are required to pay monthly premiums, they can reduce their monthly premium by reporting healthy behaviors like wearing a seatbelt, exercising, and not smoking. Premiums may be reduced to as low as $4 per month based on members’ answers to this survey. • Treatment needs question. To be eligible for BadgerCare Plus, members must answer a question about their drug use during the last 12 months and, if applicable, their willingness to enter treatment. Their answer will not affect their health care benefits in any way. If an applicant or member does not answer this question, the applicant or member will not be eligible for BadgerCare Plus as a childless adult. Please note that there is no drug test requirement for BadgerCare Plus. • Coverage of residential substance use disorder (SUD) treatment. Federal law used to restrict coverage of SUD treatment in residential facilities for BadgerCare Plus members. However, as of February 1, 2020, SUD treatment in residential facilities will be available to all BadgerCare Plus members and other individuals who receive full-benefit Medicaid. This is the only change being made to BadgerCare Plus health care benefits at this time. These changes will go into effect for new applicants on February 1, 2020. These changes will affect current BadgerCare Plus members who are childless adults at their next renewal after February 1, 2020. Both new applicants and current members will be required to pay a copay for any non-emergency visits to the emergency room after February 1, 2020. As with all benefits, members should notify their income maintenance agency about any changes in income or family size to determine if their eligibility will change or whether they will be required to pay a premium. If you have any questions about whether these changes affect you, please contact your county’s Aging and Disability Resource Center.

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SENIOR DINING MENU February 2020

SUN 2

MONDAY

TUESDAY 3

BBQ chicken sandwich Brown rice Barley lentil salad Whole wheat roll Cook’s choice fruit

4 Swedish meatballs Egg noodles Snap peas Whole wheat roll Cook’s choice fruit

Oven roasted chicken Mushroom gravy Whipped potatoes Green beans Whole wheat bread Cook’s choice fruit

24 Shepherd’s pie Cottage cheese Glazed carrots Whole wheat roll Cook’s choice fruit

All meal sites are closed.

Hunter’s stew over egg noodles with gravy Dill carrots Whole wheat bread Apple crisp with topping

All meal sites are closed.

FRIDAY 6

Braised spare ribs with gravy Harvest bean salad Steamed broccoli Whole wheat bread Apricots

18 Zesty turkey taco bake Spanish rice Almond green beans Whole wheat roll Cook’s choice fruit

Baked pork chop Apple chutney Roasted broccoli Garlic herb rice Whole wheat roll Peaches

THURSDAY 2

Meals sites located in Burnett County are closed in observance of President’s Day. Meal Sites in Polk County are open and will serve: Honey Dijon chicken thighs, Baked potato with sour cream, Glazed carrots, Whole wheat roll, and Banana pudding

WEDNESDAY

13 Cook’s choice

Meal sites located in Polk Meatloaf with gravy County are closed. Meal Mashed potatoes sites in Burnett County are Roasted Brussels sprouts open due to being closed Whole wheat dinner roll on Monday. Contact your Fruit pie meal site for the menu.

26 All meal sites are closed.

27 Cook’s choice: Liver and onions in select locations. Call your meal site for details.

SAT 7 8

Lemon parsley cod Buttered red potatoes Corn Garlic butter sauce Whole wheat bread Blueberry cobbler

Roasted pork tenderloin with mustard sauce Roasted Brussels sprouts Oven browned potatoes Whole wheat roll Fruit salad

Mediterranean salmon Brown rice Roasted asparagus Whole wheat bread Whipped gelatin fruit salad

Turkey and Swiss 28 sandwich with cranberry mayo on hearty whole wheat bread Split pea soup Cheesecake with fruit topping

Suggested Donation $4. Menu subject to change without notice. Please call 24 hours in advance to reserve a meal. Congregate Diners and Home Deliver Meal participants, please contact your meal site with meal reservations or cancellations. Congregate Dining Meal Serving Times: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Thurs. 11:30am

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A&H Sr. Center 28315 County Road H Webster

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Grantsburg Sr. Center 118 Madison Avenue W Grantsburg

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Siren Sr. Center 23943 State Road 35 Siren

715.349.2845

Webster Sr. Center 7421 West Apple Street Webster

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24138 Ellis Ave. • Siren, WI • 715-349-5591

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Sign up now for February trips Join us on the ADRC Van and Mini Bus this winter to get out of the house, run some errands or just enjoy an afternoon out. The ADRC Social Transportation Program provides wheelchair accessible transportation to social events, shopping and errands for individuals 60 years of age and older and adults of all ages living with a disability.

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FISCAL FACTS

Wisconsin school tax levies see largest increase in a decade School property taxes across Wisconsin rose by more than $220 million on December 2019 tax bills, which suggests — when combined with increases in county and technical college district levies — that Wisconsin residents could see their largest property tax increase

in a decade. On tax bills sent out this month, Wisconsin’s school districts together are raising property tax levies by 4.5% the largest yearover-year increase in a decade. This comes after state limits on school revenues were raised for

NEW TO THE PROGRAM? HERE ARE SOME BASIC DETAILS: Most trips are only $1/person. Payment required at the time of service. Cash only. Trips are pre-scheduled by the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin and published in our monthly newsletter, The Voice, and online at www.adrcnwwi.org/transportation.htm . Custom group trips (not on the schedule) are accepted on a case by case basis. We ask that you call right away with your request, invite friends and be flexible (if you can be) with dates. We can accommodate 3-5 individuals on the van and 8-10 on the bus.

FEBRUARY TRIPS FOR BURNETT COUNTY RESIDENTS • Walmart Shopping and Errands in Pine City, MN Thurs, Feb. 6, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. • Night Trains in St. Paul, MN Sat. Feb. 8, 6-8 p.m. • Webster Dining Site Meal Fri., Feb. 14 11 a.m.1 p.m. • Rice Lake Shopping Trip Thurs. Feb. 20 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. • Grantsburg Dining Site Meal Thurs., Feb. 27 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. To reserve a seat for one of the above trips, get more information, or coordinate your own custom group trip contact the ADRC of Northwest Wisconsin at 877-485-2372. METRO CREATIVE

the first time since 2014-15, and recent referenda passed by voters in many individual districts to exceed the state-imposed revenue limits. New data show annual growth in levies for counties at 2.2% and technical colleges at 3.1%. Statewide figures were not available for municipalities, special districts, and tax increment districts, which make up the remaining share of property taxes. Tax bills for individual properties around the state will vary according to local factors and property assessments. This level of increase in school levies, though absent in recent years, is not new to Wisconsin. School district levies increased by more than 4.5% in eight out of the 10 years from 2000 to 2009. After a decade of relatively tight funding, education advocates may cheer the 2019-20 increase in resources for schools and point out that recent economic gains mean Wisconsin residents are better able to pay for it. Critics may see the increase as contributing to higher taxes overall and Wisconsin’s reliance on property taxes to fund local services. This information is a service of the Wisconsin Policy Forum, the state’s leading resource for nonpartisan state and local government research and civic education. Learn more at wispolicyforum.org.

AREA SENIOR CENTER’S ACTIVITY CALENDAR Mondays: Tuesdays:

9 a.m. 7 p.m. AA meeting 9 a.m. Coffee, snacks and pool

Wednesdays: 9 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Dime Bingo Thursdays:

A&H

WEBSTER

9 a.m. Coffee, snacks, pool & cards 7-9:00 p.m. Seniors pool and cards

3rd Thurs:

7-9:00 p.m. Pool only

Fridays:

9 a.m. Coffee, snacks and pool

Center Opens 9 a.m. Call before 1 p.m. to register for the following day’s meal. The Center is closed if Webster School is closed for snow. Phone 715-866-5300

Located on Cty. H one block south of A & H corner Monthly menus are available at the Center. Call 24 hours in advance to reserve your noon meal. Leave a message. Home delivery is available. Call the Center for more information. “SPECIALS”

• “500” cards are played 12:30 p.m. Tuesday and Friday. • Business meeting is the second Tuesday of each month at 12:30 p.m. with birthday celebrations following the meeting. • An evening meal is served the third Wednesday of each month at 5 p.m. A reservation is needed. The Center is open 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday.

Phone: 715-635-7199

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GRANTSBURG Mondays • 9-11:00 a.m. Open for coffee and snacks.

Tuesdays • 9-11:00 a.m. Open for coffee and snacks;

Wednesdays • 9-11:00 a.m. Open for coffee and snacks.

Thursdays • 9-11:00 a.m. Open for coffee and snacks.

Fridays • 9-11:00 a.m. Open for coffee and snacks.

Billiards Available Every A.M. Meal by Reservation Each Noon. Phone 715-463-2940 No membership fee required.

Contact Senior Center for other activities

Center is open 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Feel free to come and join us for the activities or just come & visit. Be sure to visit our Library.

Monday: 12:30 p.m. Mahjong Tuesday: 9 a.m. Wii Bowling 1 p.m. Dime Bingo

Wednesday:

9:30 a.m. Exercise for Balance 1 p.m. “500” cards

Thursday: Pool Friday: 1 p.m. Spades POTLUCK 2ND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT 11:30 A.M. Everyone welcome, bring a dish to pass SENIOR MEETING IS THE 3RD THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH STARTING AT 9:30 A.M.

Nutrition phone 715-349-2845 Senior Center 715-349-7810

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Snow removal safety tips GWAAR LEGAL SERVICES TEAM

As we approach the middle of this very long Wisconsin winter, it is important to remember some tips to keep you safe when shoveling or using a snowblower to remove snow. During winter, there is always a risk of slipping and falling on ice. It is especially dangerous when that ice is hidden underneath freshly-fallen snow. Shoveling heavy snow can also cause back, shoulder, knee and other orthopedic injuries. Additionally, shoveling or pushing a snow blower, can cause a sudden increase in blood pressure and heart rate, and the cold air can cause constriction of the blood vessel and decrease oxygen to the heart. These conditions cause the heart to work harder, which can trigger a potentially fatal heart attack. SAFETY TIPS TO HELP PREVENT FALLS & ORTHOPEDIC INJURIES: • See what you are shoveling/snow blowing. Make sure that your hat or scarf does not block your vision. Watch for ice patches and uneven surfaces. Avoid falls by wearing shoes or boots that have slip-resistant soles. Watch for black ice and ice under freshly-fallen snow, and “walk like a penguin” until you are sure that the surface where you are walking is not icy. • Use a shovel that is comfortable for your height and strength. Do not use a shovel that is too heavy or too long for you. Consider buying a shovel that is specially designed to prevent too much stooping. Space your hands on the handle to increase your leverage. • Warm up your muscles. Shoveling can be a vigorous activity. Before you begin, warm up your muscles for 10 minutes with light exercise. • When possible, push the snow instead of lifting it. If you must lift, take small amounts of snow, and lift it with your legs: squat with your legs apart, knees bent and back straight. Lift by straightening your legs, without bending at the waist. Then walk to where you want to dump the snow; holding a shovelful of snow with your arms outstretched puts too much weight on your spine. • Do not throw the snow over your shoulder or to the side. This requires a twisting motion that stresses your back.

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to clear packed, heavy snow. However, avoid shoveling immediately after you awaken as most heart attacks occur early in the morning when blood is more prone to clotting. Wait for at least 30 minutes and warm up your muscles before starting by walking for a few minutes or marching in place. Pace yourself. Take frequent breaks and replenish fluids to prevent dehydration. If you experience chest pain, shortness of breath or other signs of a heart attack, seek emergency care. Do not eat a heavy meal before or soon after shoveling because blood gets diverted from the heart to the stomach and can put extra strain on the heart. Do not drink coffee or smoke for at least one hour before or one hour after shoveling or during breaks. These are stimulants and elevate your blood pressure and heart rate. Do not drink alcohol before or immediately after shoveling. Alcohol can increase a person’s sensation of warmth and may cause you to underestimate the extra strain your body is under in the cold. Watch for warning signs of a heart attack: lightheadedness, dizziness, being short of breath,

or if you have tightness or burning in your chest, neck, arms or back. If you think you are having a heart attack, call 911. SAFETY TIPS FOR USING A SNOWBLOWER: • Read the instruction manual. Prior to using a snow blower, read the instruction manual for specific safety hazards, unfamiliar features, and whenever attempting to repair or maintain the snow blower. • Do not leave the snow blower unattended when it is running. Shut off the engine if you must walk away from the machine. • Watch the snow blower cord. If you are operating an electric snow blower, be aware of where the power cord is at all times, so you do not trip and fall. • Add fuel before starting the snow blower. Never add fuel when the engine is running or hot. Do not operate the machine in an enclosed area. • Never stick your hands or feet in the snow blower. If snow becomes too impacted, stop the engine and wait at least five seconds. Use a solid object to clear wet snow or debris from the chute. Beware of the recoil of the motor and blades after the machine has been turned off.

SAFETY TIPS TO HELP PREVENT HEART ATTACKS: • Check with your doctor. Because this activity places high stress on the heart, speak with your physician first. If you have a medical condition or do not exercise regularly, consider hiring someone to remove the snow. • Dress appropriately. Light, layered, waterrepellent clothing provides both ventilation and insulation. It is also important to wear the appropriate head coverings, as well as mittens or gloves and thick, warm socks. Cover your mouth to help prevent breathing cold air. Take a break if you feel yourself getting too hot or too cold. • Clear snow early and often. Begin when a light covering of snow is on the ground to avoid trying

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Do you normally pay $1— $3 at the pharmacy or for health care visits? This payment is called a copay. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) will temporarily suspend Medicaid and BadgerCare Plus member copays for dates of service beginning January 1, 2020. This temporary suspension is expected to end on June 30, 2020. The reason for this suspension is because under federal law,

members enrolled in most forms of Medicaid may not be charged premiums and copayments that exceed five percent of their income. To ensure this requirement is met, DHS will be implementing system changes to monitor member copays, and while these changes are being implemented, member copays will be suspended. Beginning January 1, 2020, Medicaid-enrolled providers may not collect any copays for services provided to Medicaid and BadgerCare Plus members.

Members will receive a Member Update in the mail regarding the copay suspension which will include instructions on how to inform their providers of the change if necessary. Note: This copay suspension does not apply to SeniorCare, Wisconsin AIDS Drug Assistance Program, or Wisconsin Chronic Disease Program. Members in those programs will continue to be charged copays.

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League of Women Voters Participate in nationwide day of action for organization’s 100 birthday

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First Communion New Hope Lutheran Church in Grantsburg had First Communion on Sunday, Jan. 5. The names of the students from left to right are Hannah Hillman, Evan Taylor, Dane Moore, Robert Spaight, Caleb Rombach and Archer Hale.

The League of Women Voters (LWV) turns 100 years old on Feb. 14, 2020, and to celebrate, 750 local and state Leagues around the country are celebrating by participating in a nationwide day of action called “Women Power the Vote.” “The League was founded by suffrage leaders 100 years ago to help American women exercise their new right to vote,” said Carolyn Saunders, president of the Upper St. Croix Valley League. “So today we’re celebrating by joining Leagues across the country in demonstrating the power of women to achieve a more perfect democracy.” “For 100 years, Leagues have registered voters, informed their communities on the issues, advocated in their legislatures, and helped shape their communities and this country,” said Chris Carson, president of the board of the League of Women Voters of the United States. “We only saw it fitting that we should celebrate this milestone with a coordinated day of the kind of grassroots activism our members and supporters have embraced for an entire century.” Interested voters are encouraged to participate by: • Reading about issues • Learning about candidate positions at VOTE411.org • Checking their voter registration status (https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/MyVoterInfo)

• Finding their polling place (https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/FindMyPollingPlace) • Signing a pledge to be counted in the 2020 Census To find information about these and more activities visit www.lwv.org or https:// my.lwv.org/wisconsin/voter-information. Mark your calendars and vote. Important dates include: • Spring Primary: February 18 • Spring Election & Presidential Preference Primary: April 7 • WI Congressional District 7 Special Election: May 12 • Partisan Primary: August 11 • General & Presidential Election: November 3 Continue to support our democracy throughout the year. Volunteer to be an election observer to help ensure our elections are free, fair, and accessible for all voters. The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. Membership is open to men and women of all ages. With over 750 affiliates across the country, the League is one of the nation’s most trusted organizations.

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Young writers of Burnett County discuss snowmen The youngsters of Burnett County have submitted their responses to the following January prompt: Ages 7-12: Make a snowman- out of snow, paper, cotton balls, or other materials you have at home. Give him a name and write a short story about him. Submit your story with a photo of you and your snowman. Ages 12-18: Try your hand at poetry and write a poem about either winter or Christmas. Submit with a picture you took of either a snowy scene or Christmas decorations. If you are between the ages of 7 and 18 and missed your chance to get your writing submitted this month, there will be an opportunity every month with new prompts to follow. Here are

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the new prompts for the month of February: Ages 7-12: Write about interviewing or talking to a polar bear, group of penguins, or an arctic fox. What did you ask or talk about? What did they say? Color a photo of the animal you decided to talk to, or draw your own, and submit it with your article. Ages 13-18: Write from the point of view of a snowflake falling to earth and explain the journey. Submit your article with a photo of a snowflake, the snow, or a photo of yourself. Responses should be no more than 200 words and have to be submitted by end of day on February 10. A photo submission is required with the article you submit. Depending on the number of submissions received, a select few will be chosen each month to be placed in the paper. Remember to include your name, age and town you are from in your submission. Articles can be submitted a few different ways. You can drop them off at the Sentinel office, mail them to P.O. Box 397, Grantsburg, WI 54840, or send them via email to news@burnettcountysentinel.com. AGES 7-12 SUBMISSIONS Kadynce Reynolds, age 11, Siren Me and my grandma were just sitting in the snow and building a snowman. He had rock buttons, a green and black scarf, a blue hat and stick arms with a carrot nose. It was the best day of my life. After we got done building him we decided his

Outside in my yard I built a snowman in the morning. I made it alone. I started with three snowballs. I added some coal eyes and buttons for his coat. I took a carrot from the fridge while I made my snowman. I saw a white fox run through my yard. My tongue caught snow. I saw snowflakes that look like this *. I felt proud I made a snow bff! Kadin Casey, 10, Grantsburg My snowman’s name is Jack and he is seven foot two inches tall. He is from France and he has many hobbies. Jack likes to go sledding, snowmobiling and playing football. Jack is very funny and silly and he also likes to go on walks.

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Jackson with the snowman he made.

name was Jayden. A couple days after we built him he melted, but we took a picture of him with us next to him. It became March and one day grandma got really sick. On a Thursday she said to me, “I want you to bury me next to Jayden the snowman.” A week passed and she did die. I was six years old on March 15, 2010. Her name was Rose, her age was 89. Her favorite color was yellow. Her dream was to be a doctor, but that never happened. Yes, we did bury her next to the snowman. She said that she had the best life ever because of us. Jackson, 2nd grade, Webster

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Kadin’s snowman, Jack that he built with his grandma Donna. SEE YOUTH STORIES, PAGE 17

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YOUTH STORIES: Students across the county showcase writing skills The bright glow in the morning after a night snowfall. The indefinite smell of cinnamon no matter where you are. Christmas tree’s brightly lit, with happy faces that surround. Ornaments filled with memories, baked goodies filled with love. No matter if you have a family to celebrate the holidays with or not, there’s a sense of joy that surrounds this time of year. Whispering shivers shared on silent nights. Deer wandering aimlessly to find a place to lay. Wind settling the trees with great might. We cannot escape the cold nor this time of year; were unable to hibernate. The best we can do is make lasting memories with the family we have, and maybe add hot chocolate to the mix.

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Kosloski reaches 1,000 career points for Dragons SPECIAL TO THE SENTINEL

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Nathan Kosloski reached 1,000 career points Monday night against Glenwood City.

SIREN – Nathan Kosloski has hit enough 2s and 3s to become No. 10. Kosloski – a senior on the Siren boys basketball team – became the 10th player in program history to reach 1,000 points in his time with the Dragons in their 62-42 win over Glenwood City on Monday. His team-high 13 points put him at 1,004 with several games remaining in the season and Siren’s coach is eager to see how high that total gets before the season’s final buzzer. “Nathan has definitely been the main offensive threat,” Siren coach Rick Kosloski said. “He is like a tall guard who can bring the ball up the floor and attack from the perimeter. “He’s steady at what he does. He didn’t start a season scoring six points a game and then was at 32 points a game at the end of the season, he’s averaged 20-25 points a game and done that on a consistent basis from the start.” Rick Kosloski – an uncle to Nathan – said his nephew is a rare case of a tall basketball player who prefers to initiate play at the offensive end from the outside. “Nathan doesn’t like to play in the paint, he likes to drive to the paint,” Rick Kosloski said. “He can either pull up for a (3-pointer) or drive to the lane and attack the basket.” Nathan has often been Siren’s leading scorer this season, which has been a challenging one for the Dragons. His uncle Rick was made interim coach not long before the

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Kosloski had a group of fans cheering him on as he got to 1,000 points.

season started, therefore minimizing the amount of preseason time for players to adapt to a different philosophy. “We’re definitely developing an identity and learning where each other is on the court,” Rick Kosloski said. “We’ve put our individual prides aside and starting to play team basketball.” The team’s progression was highlighted by a game last week against Frederic, where Nathan again led the team in scoring. His team-high 16 points helped the Dragons obtain their first Lakeland West win of the season with a 41-35 decision over the Vikings. He followed that with a team-high 22 points in a 66-53 win over Washburn, which gave Siren its first consecutive wins of the season. The effort by Siren’s leading

scorer this season has convinced his coach and likely other coaches in the conference, that Nathan is included in the top group of players in the Lakeland West this season. “He’s certainly a candidate for (top conference player),” Rick Kosloski said. “His ability to shoot from the outside and drive to the basket definitely makes him one of the top three players in the conference.” Nathan became the sixth Siren player to reach 1,000 points in this millennium and has at least seven more games to add to his total. Bruce Taylor (1965), Jeff Johnson (1982), Alvin Oustigoff (1985), Tim Murphy (1990), Eli Hinze (2011), Andrew Brown (2012), Davey St. John (2014) and Neil Oustigoff (2016) are the first nine members of Siren’s 1,000-point club.

Northwest Passage Pioneers earn their ﬁrst win

WEBSTER–– Northwest Passage continues to break down walls and stereotypes surrounding mental health issues by offering innovative programs and opportunities at their residential treatment facilities. One of the most unique opportunities allows residents of their Prairieview program in Frederic to join a basketball team. The “Pioneers” as they are called, just wrapped up their third season, and they are just that—Pioneers. The team members have stepped out of their comfort zones, most of them trying basketball, or any organized sport for that matter, for the first time. The team, coordinated and coached by Northwest Passage teacher Taylor Mathias, pro-

vides the unique opportunity to bring the girls into the community, allows them to play against other girls their age, and normalizes life for them. The team plays approximately eight games per season against local public and private schools. It took three seasons, and 21 games, but last week the Pioneers earned their first win in program history. Coach SEE NW PASSAGE, PAGE 20

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Players from L to R include: Lewis Anderson, Jenna Lester, Landyn Randt, Bradon Nutter, Clayton Shutt, Levi Anderson, Ryder Anderson, Dallis Strehlo, Landon Smestad, Grayson Hendricks-Baxter, Lane Hopkins, and center Goalie Timothy (Joel) McDonald. Not pictured: Eva Imme, Zaidyn Wedin, Kelsey Douglas, Owen Douglas, and Aiden Johnson.

The Blizzard PeeWees placed third in Moose Lake’s In the Sticks tournament this past weekend, scoring 24 points in three games. Highlights of the game include: First goals from Lewis Anderson and Jenna Lester and a playmaker award to Landyn Randt. Every single player either had a goal or assisted in making one; in three games Blizzard scored 24 times with the same in assists. This team's passing has improved drastically. They came from behind to win both the first and the third game revealing so much character and persistence. If not for eight minutes in penalties against St. Cloud (the second game), they were right with them too. This weekend the team will be playing in Barron for the opportunity to represent our area (Siren, Webster, Frederic, Luck, and Grantsburg) at the state tournament held in March in Altoona.

Squirts place ﬁrst in Marshﬁeld The Blizzard Squirt team traveled to Marshfield to compete in the MYHA Squirt Tournament Jan. 25-26, 2020. The team started the tournament on Saturday afternoon with a game against Waupaca. The Blizzard won their first game, earning 7 of the 11 total tournaments points available for each game played (two points for winning pre-game shoot-out, two points for each period won and three points for winning the game). Later Saturday afternoon, they faced off against Everest and earned all of the tournament points for that game, ending the day with 18 points. On Sunday morning, they guaranteed their first-place finish by earning all 11 points against Marshfield.

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Back Row: Coach Adam Imme, Coach James Anderson, Coach Nick Johnson. Middle Row: Aiden Johnson, Owen Douglas, Benett Ulmaniec, Kelsey Belisle, Taylor Anderson, Gavyn Hill. Front Row: Grant Johnson, Mason Mattson, Leo Carlson, Grace McDonald, Levi Randt, Matt Smith, Talon Imme.

Pirates defeat Tigers, conference games ahead SPECIAL TO THE SENTINEL

GRANTSBURG – A few steps have been made by the Grantsburg boys basketball team to stay within range for a leap forward. After dropping a key game to Lakeland West leader Luck, the Pirates entered the week in a tie for second behind the Cardinals in the standings by building a four-game streak that included three conference wins. They now start a four-game stretch of conference matchups that includes a rematch with Luck on Tuesday, when a win would at least shorten the distance between themselves and the Cardinals. “It’s better to be in the position we’re in, than to not be in it,” Grantsburg coach Nick Hallberg said. “We have some ground to gain but there are a lot of meaningful games left in the conference schedule and our quality of play is still getting better.” Grantsburg’s second win in the streak came on Jan. 21 against Webster, with little room to spare. Jared VanWatermeulen scored a game-high 27 points in a 66-62 win for the Pirates, who needed a late defensive stop to preserve the win. VanWatermeulen scored 13 first-half points and Austin Wedin added nine, though the Tigers took a 3026 lead into the break by getting six points each from Owen Washburn, Tanner Pardun and Nathan Stadler. Eight more in the second half from both Washburn and Stadler, kept Webster ahead for a significant amount of the half. “For the most part, we hardly led in the game,” Hallberg said. “But we made a few key plays with a

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Grantsburg’s Austin Wedin looking for an open teammate.

few minutes left.” Several of those key plays were 3-pointers from Carson Knutson and Wedin, who totaled five long-range makes in the second half. Those, in addition to 14 points from VanWatermeulen, helped put the Pirates ahead by a point in the final minute.

The Tigers had a chance in the final seconds to sink the go-ahead basket, but Grantsburg forced a turnover and added some late free throws to secure the win. Wedin finished with 18 points for the Pirates; Knutson had 11 and Zach Miller had eight. Washburn and Stadler led the Tigers with 14 points each; Stadler’s total included four 3-pointers. Tallon Parent added nine points while Harlo Olson and Carsen Stenberg had eight each. Grantsburg had another close call to survive on Friday. “We had the lead and it kind of dwindled in the last few minutes,” Hallberg said. “There were missed free throws and turnovers. “We were lucky to still get the win.” Gus Bergman had 19 points and VanWatermeulen had 15 for the Pirates, who finished with the 63-61 win. And the Pirates needed every point possible to counter Declan Greenquist. Greenquist sank a total of five 3-pointers and finished with a game-high 32 points. However, the Pirates’ 10 free throw makes in the second half helped get the win. Sterling McKinley and Knutson added nine points each for Grantsburg. The Pirates’ streak reached four games with a 62-53 win over Clear Lake at Target Center on Saturday. Knutson had a team-high 21 points for Grantsburg; Wedin had 12; VanWatermeulen had 11 and McKinley had nine. SEE BOYS BASKETBALL, PAGE 20

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Girls season moves into conference play SPECIAL TO THE SENTINEL

SIREN – Unfortunately for a majority of teams in the Lakeland West, wins are being traded only among those chasing the conference leader. With the St. Croix Falls girls basketball team rolling through its first 13 games with an undefeated record, the remaining teams continued falling further behind battling each other through the first few months of the season. But the situation has presented Siren with an improved chance to climb the standings and remain within reach of second place, an effort that was helped by a conference win over Frederic last week. The Dragons had four players reach double-digit point totals in a 61-42 win over the Vikings on Jan. 21. Siren trailed for much of the first half with Frederic’s Kennady Alseth scoring eight of her game-high 21 points in the first 10 minutes of the game. One of her 3-pointers erased Siren’s first lead and put the Vikings up 13-12. The Dragons responded with a 12-2 run to close the half, led by six points from Lindsay Liljenberg. Siren built the lead to 32-20 early in the second half and later stretched its lead to 19 points with six consecutive points from Liljenberg. Her points started a 10-0 run that eventually gave the Dragons a 49-28 lead.

They were able to cruise until the end for their third conference win of the season. Liljenberg led the Dragons with 16 points; Jaidyn Jewell had 15; Morgan Shetler had 11 and Hannah Lemieux added 10. It was their second consecutive win, though Unity stopped the streak on Friday. Siren’s effort to potentially elevate in the standings was paused by the Eagles, who entered the game second in the conference, in a 93-28 rout over the Dragons. Raegan Sorensen scored a game-high 26 points for Unity, including four 3-pointers, leading four double-digit scorers on the team. The Dragons fell to 3-5 in the conference, putting them fourth entering the week, while their overall record dropped to 9-5. They host Grantsburg this Friday and play at Webster on Tuesday. GRANTSBURG An impressive single-game performance was followed by a matchup with an impressive opponent last week for the Pirates. Brooke Quimby led Grantsburg with 20 points, 19 rebounds and 10 steals in a 59-45 win over Webster on Jan. 21. Olivia Ohnstad added 18 points and eight rebounds to help the Pirates counter the Tigers’ long-range shooting. Hannah McDowell led Webster with 15 points, all coming from 3-point range. While teammates added three more

each for Grantsburg; Grace McCool had 10 points for Webster and Jenna Gomulak had seven. But on Friday, the Pirates faced that impressive opponent – St. Croix Falls – in a 73-37 loss at home. The Saints scored 53 first-half points and had 10 players with at least one basket in the game. “(St. Croix Falls) is a fabulous team that had very little trouble with us,” Curtin said. Quimby again led the Pirates, this time with 19 points; Olivia Miron led the Saints with 19 points. Grantsburg entered the week with a 2-5 conference record and was 6-7 overall. The Pirates play at Siren this Friday and hosts Luck on Tuesday.

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Grantsburg’s Olivia Ohnstad goes up for a shot against Webster’s Aliyah Daniels.

3-pointers for the Tigers in the game, the Pirates limited them to a 17-for-73 performance overall from the floor. “We played a terrific game

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The wins improved Grantsburg’s overall mark to 9-4 and its conference record to 5-2. The Pirates go to Siren this Friday and host Luck on Tuesday. SIREN The Dragons got into the Lakeland West win column for the first time this season and added a pair of non-conference wins during a stretch of four games in seven days. Nathan Kosloski led Siren with a game-high 16 points and Brady Kosloski added 10 in a 41-35 win over Frederic on Jan. 21. It was the Dragons’ first conference win in eight tries and was helped by a defensive effort that limited Frederic to 12 first-half points. On Thursday, Nathan Kosloski scored a game-high 22 points in a 66-53 win over Washburn. Riley Churchill had 18 points for Siren; Jordan Webster added 12, including the team’s only pair of 3-point makes. Siren had its first win streak of the season with those back-to-back decisions, but Unity prevented it from reaching three on Friday. The Dragons managed just 12 first-half points while the Eagles scored 15 from 3-point range alone in the first

with wonderful team effort,” Grantsburg coach Penny Curtin said. “It was a great win.” Madison Schafer and McKenzie Hicks added nine points

WEBSTER The Tigers followed their loss to Grantsburg on Jan. 21 with a close 39-38 win over Lac Courte Oreilles at home on Friday. Jenna Gomulak and Hannah McDowell had 11 points each for the Tigers; McDowell had all three of the team’s 3-pointers while the rest of the team went 0-for-17 from long range. Brooke Hetfeld added seven points and eight rebounds. Webster improved to 3-10 overall and was 1-5 in the conference. The Tigers play at St. Croix Falls on Friday and host Siren on Tuesday.

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half of their 60-32 win. Nathan Kosloski led the Dragons with 13 points to put him within range of reaching 1,000 career points, which he did on Monday. After helping the Dragons to a 30-12 lead entering halftime, a second-half basket put Nathan Kosloski in four-figure territory for career scoring in Siren’s 62-42 win over Glenwood City. Churchill had a game-high 16 points; Nathan Kosloski finished with 13. Siren improved to 2-10 overall and started the week with a 1-7 mark in the Lakeland West. The Dragons host Grantsburg this Friday and play at Webster on Tuesday. WEBSTER After their loss to Grantsburg, the Tigers recovered with a 76-27 win over Lac Courte Oreilles on Friday. It was Webster’s second-highest point total of the season and included a 49-point first half. The victory also ended a two-game skid and put the Tigers back at the .500 mark overall at 6-6. Webster plays four games in seven days starting on Friday at St. Croix Falls. The Tigers then go to Frederic on Monday, before hosting Siren on Tuesday and Luck on Thursday.

Mathias described the last seconds of that memorable game, “As I watched the final seconds of the game tick down, I knew we had just solidified our first win. I felt like time stood still. I looked around a gymnasium that was full of teachers, therapists, case managers, clinicians, and all sorts of direct care staff that had come out to support their girls. I looked down the bench and saw all of my players and coaching staff trying to hold back their exuberance for just a few more seconds. The clock hit triple zeros; we shook hands with the opposing team, and then the celebrations began. It felt like we had won a National Championship. Fans and family ran onto the court and hugs were given as tears ran down the many proud faces of those who knew just how far these girls have come”. Another successful season is in the books for

the Pioneers of Northwest Passage. Reflecting on the season, Mathias said, “After games, I often get asked, “Did you win?”. With this team, it goes beyond the win/loss column. When I see these girls laughing, high-fiving, and busting some serious dance moves (yes, sometimes they dance during the game), I realize—this

is winning! After one of our games this season, I overheard a player tell her teammate, “Wow, tonight I felt normal”. That is a win in my book any day. “ For more information about Northwest Passage call 715-327-4402 or visit nwpltd.org.

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LUCK – The first title of the season is within reach for the LFGS co-op wrestling team this Friday. In a four-team event at Clear Lake, LFGS has a chance to extend its roll in conference competition and gain status leading into the final weeks of the regular season. “We wrestle Clear Lake, Flambeau and Cornell-Gilman (on Friday),” LFGS coach Chris Bartlett said. “We win all three and we are the dual conference champs. “With our numbers and how we matchup, I think we have a good chance at doing that.” The team enters the meet with a 4-0 mark so far in conference competition, after cruising to a win over Turtle Lake-Clayton (TL-C) last Thursday. LFGS claimed all but one division in a 57-6 win at home to preserve their undefeated record against conference opposition. The team benefitted from six forfeits and got a pin from Landyn Johnson (138) in 3 minutes, 25 seconds and another from Brad Lucas (220) in 2:12. Cory Popham (113) added a 6-2 win. LFGS got additional preparation for the upcoming quad with a 13th-place finish in the St. Croix Falls Classic on Saturday. The team finished with 48.5 points, just 1.5 points behind Cumberland for 12th, while St. Croix Falls topped the team standings with 197. Princeton was second with 170 and Hudson was third with 157.5. Taedon Nichols (126) and Johnson (138) led LFGS with 4th-place finishes in their given divisions. Nichols won his opening match in 1:18 and the quarterfinal match by technical fall before taking a loss in 4:10 to Princeton’s Landen Parent. In the 3rd-place match, Nichols lost in 1:48 to River Halopka of Abbotsford-Colby. Johnson followed an opening-round bye with a 14-11 win in the quarterfinal, but took 9-5 and 5-3 losses in the semifinal and 3rdplace match. Nolan Johnson (106) added a 6th-place finish for LFGS and Brad Lucas (182) had an 8thplace finish. SPOONER-WEBSTER A runner-up finish from Carter Melton (182), along with a pair of 3rd-place finishers, put the Rails in the top half of Saturday’s Shell Lake Challenge. Melton accounted for 44 of Spooner-Webster’s 233 total team points, which was good for eighth in the 17-team event. Spring Valley-Elmwood won the event with 346, followed by Chequamegon with 339 and Ashland with 326. Melton won his first three matches by pin, including one in 21 seconds over Collin Luhtala (Chequamegon). But in the 1st-place match, Unity’s Jack Nelson won in 4:28 to put Melton second in the division. Alex Daniels (120) earned a 3rd-place finish with wins in three of his five matches. He won his first two matches by pin, then recovered from two losses by pin with a win in 1:47 to claim the 3rd-place match. Brody Jepson (138) had the other 3rd-place finish, winning his first three matches and following a semifinal loss with an 8-1 win in the 3rd-place match. Kolton Frederickson (113) and Brandon Meister (152) added 4th-place finishes for Spooner-Webster. In a matchup with Superior on Thursday, the Rails fell a few matches shy in a 45-31 loss. Daniels (120), Jimmy Melton (126), Brody Jepson (138), Meister (152), Carter Melton (182) and Ian Perrine (285) earned wins for Spooner-Webster. The Rails go to Ladysmith this Saturday for a 10-team tournament.

RICE LAKE – A full roster likely would have helped the Grantsburg co-op gymnastics team climb a bit higher into the top 10. In Saturday’s 11-team invitational at Rice Lake, Grantsburg was shy a few competitors, though the team’s grand total wasn’t the highest priority. “Our focus was not going to be about the team score, but trying to cleanup on difficulty, stick landings and push new skills,” Grantsburg coach Kathy Lund said. “With two missing from the varsity lineup, we ended with an incomplete team score.” Grantsburg still managed a 9th-place finish with 100.975 points while River Falls, Eau Claire and Stevens Point fought for the team

win. River Falls was the lone team to surpass 130 points, winning the event with 133.45; Eau Claire (129.65) was second and Stevens Point (127) was third. The team’s top individual finish was earned by Allison Peterson at the balance beam. Her score of 7.875 put her in a tie for 11th and Chippewa Falls’ Chloe Wingert won the event with a 9.075. Amy Harmon added a 38th-place finish for Grantsburg with a 6.275; Mya Benson was 41st with a 6.0; McKayla Blume was 42nd with a 5.925 and Madeline Kramer was 46th with a 5.4. At the vault, Peterson tied for 12th with an 8.4, just a half point behind Lakyn Sonday of Washburn and her 8.9 in first. Blume tied for 32nd with a 7.7; Harmon tied for 37th with a 7.55; Benson tied for 40th with a 7.35 and Kramer was 44th with a 7.2.

Canes win streak snapped SPECIAL TO THE SENTINEL

HAYWARD – The Hayward girls co-op hockey team was just one goal from entering the week with a six-game unbeaten streak. After winning back-to-back games in the second week of January and tying Duluth on Jan. 16, the Hurricanes and Grantsburg goalie Emma Quimby went to Black River Falls on Jan. 21. If not for a one-goal loss there, the Hurricanes would have been unbeaten in six games following their consecutive wins to end the week. Hayward earned a 6-3 road win at North Shore on Thursday and a 2-1 win over Onalaska at home on Saturday to reach the .500 mark on the season at 8-8-1. The Hurricanes held a 1-0 lead over Black River Falls with a shorthanded goal from Kennedy Sprenger, assisted by Taylor Eytcheson. But, the home team responded with one goal at even strength and another on a power play to take a 2-1 lead. Riley Sprenger then provided Hayward with a power play goal assisted by Soile Doyle to tie the game at 2-2 in the third period, though Black River Falls took the win by scoring a power play goal with less than three minutes remaining in regulation. Quimby made 17 saves for the Hurricanes, who outshot Black River Falls 32-20 in the game. On Thursday, she had 23 saves in Hayward’s win over North Shore. Hadley Owen put Hayward on the board with a power play goal early in the first period, assisted by Emily Gajewski and Jerzy Petit. While a power play goal by North Shore seven minutes later tied the game at 1-1, the Hurricanes owned each goal of the second period. Kennedy Sprenger scored a goal at even strength with an assist from Doyle and with less than two minutes remaining in the period, Taylor Eytcheson scored with assists from Alex Pieterek and Gajewski to give Hayward a 3-1 lead entering the third. North Shore responded by scoring a goal at even strength just over five minutes into the period and added a power play goal less than three minutes later, tying the game at 3-3. However, the Hurricanes answered those scores while holding North Shore scoreless for the remainder. Kennedy Sprenger scored the game-winning goal, assisted by Petit and Owen. Pieterek and Lily Eytcheson added insurance goals; Taylor Eytcheson and Gillian Johnson had assists. A third-period goal also finished as the game-winner in Saturday’s game against Onalaska. Kennedy Sprenger scored at even strength with an assist from Petit late in the first period and the 1-0 lead lasted well into the third, when the Hilltoppers got their lone goal. With less than three minutes remaining, the Hurricanes got the game-winning score from Petit, assisted by Lily Pergolski. Quimby had 24 saves for Hayward. The Hurricanes play at Eau Claire this Thursday and host Hudson on Saturday.

Peterson also led the team with a 26th-place finish in the floor exercise with a 7.45 and River Falls’ Autumn Tiede took first with a 9.4. Harmon was 34th with a 7.0; Benson was 41st with a 5.9; Blume tied for 42nd with a 5.85 and Kramer was 47th with a 5.15. Harmon got Grantsburg’s best finish at the uneven bars, placing 23rd with a 6.725. Tiede also won this event, finishing with an 8.725. Peterson added a 26th-place finish for Grantsburg with a 6.575; Kramer was 44th with a 4.4. Wingert finished with a slim advantage of .4 points to win the all-around ahead of Tiede. Peterson was 16th with a 30.3 for Grantsburg; Harmon was 23rd with a 27.55 and Kramer was 28th with a 22.15. Grantsburg is scheduled to host Menomonie on Feb. 13.

Blizzard look for payback SPECIAL TO THE SENTINEL

SIREN – A win on Thursday would be both the first of the season and one of payback. The WSFLG boys co-op hockey team hosts Moose Lake for a rematch of a game played in mid-December, in which the Rebels took a 6-1 win at home. But it was one of just three wins Moose Lake has earned this season, giving encouragement to a team yet to enter the win column. Last week, the Blizzard had two more opportunities to end their skid but were denied in both. Baldwin-Woodville defeated them 9-1 on Thursday and Medford gave them a fourth shutout loss on the season, 7-0 on Saturday. Baldwin-Woodville scored all of its goals in Thursday’s game before the Blizzard got on the board and finished with a 48-18 advantage in shots on goal. The Blackhawks scored three first-period goals at even strength and added a fourth early in the second, before getting a power play goal just over four minutes in to take a 5-0 lead. The Blackhawks added three more even strength goals over the next nine minutes while WSFLG was denied a goal on its first nine shots through two periods. They went up 9-0 less than four minutes into the third before Will Gerber scored a Blizzard goal with an assist from Logan Hopkins in the final two minutes of regulation. WSFLG had a two-skater advantage for spells in both the first and second periods, but couldn’t capitalize. Nor did the Blizzard score on its final power play, in the third period. Cashton Kapp finished with 39 saves for the Blizzard. Medford also held a sizeable advantage in shots over WSFLG in Saturday’s game. The Raiders outshot the Blizzard 44-13, including a 20-2 edge in the first period. Medford scored a pair of goals at even strength and a power play goal in the first to take a 3-0 lead into the second. Another power play goal was followed by two more goals at even strength and a goal late in the third brought the 7-0 final. Kapp had 37 saves for WSFLG, which dropped to 0-14 overall on the season. The Blizzard have been outscored 43-4 in their last five games and were shutout in two of those losses. WSFLG follows Thursday’s game against Moose Lake with a home game against Ashland on Tuesday.

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Green Bay Packers stay with Pettine as defensive coordinator GREEN BAY— Packers coach Matt LaFleur has decided to stick with Mike Pettine as his defensive coordinator. In LaFleur's first season, the Packers went from 6-91 in 2018 to 13-3 and the NFC championship game this season as second-year coordinator Pettine improved the defense. ESPN first reported the decision this week to stick with him. While the Packers were no better in total defense, ranking 18th in yards allowed in both 2018 and 2019, they were ninth-best in scoring (allowing 19.6 points per game) a year after giving up 25 to rank just No. 25. From a scoring perspective, it was Green Bay's best season since winning the Super Bowl in 2010. The Packers were blown out 37-20 by the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC title game, giving up scores on the final five possessions of the first half to trail 27-0

at halftime. Raheem Mostert rushed for 220 yards, the second-most rushing yards in a playoff game in NFL history, and four touchdowns. LaFleur afterward seemed to leave the door open to make a change. “We're still working through everything right now,” LaFleur said Wednesday. “I think our defense did a lot of great things. Obviously, the last game was very disappointing in terms of our performance. It just wasn't good enough.” The Packers retooled their defense during the offseason with three high-profile signings (outside linebackers Za'Darius Smith and Preston Smith and safety Adrian Amos) and two first-round draft picks (outside linebacker Rashan Gary and safety Darnell Savage). The Smiths combined for 25.5 sacks during the regular season and added four in a playoff victory

over Seattle. Amos provided steady play and Savage was picked for the all-rookie team. However, after losing 37-8 at San Francisco on Nov. 24, the defense disintegrated again with a trip to the Super Bowl on the line. With five runs of 18-plus yards, three of which went for touchdowns, the 49ers attempted only eight passes. The performance as well as the effort irked LaFleur. “I think it was a combination of a lot of things,” LaFleur said. “I just didn't feel like we played with the same urgency, the same tenacity, the same toughness. You have an opportunity to go to play in a Super Bowl and for that to happen, it's extremely bothersome. We have to look at ourselves, everybody. I'm going to look inside of myself and see why weren't our players playing with their hair on fire. I think everybody in our organization has to do that.”

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Diane JJ. N Di Norman Diane J. Norman (Schau), age 74, of Siren, surround by her family, went home to be with Our Lord and Savior. Diane was an active member of many groups, such as the Siren Covenant Church, where she attended weekly service, Siren Food Pantry and tthe Siren Senior Center. With all of her social a and volunteer activities, Diane always found ttime for her family, with her grandson, Max, h her pride and joy. Diane is preceded in death by her grandpare ents, Ernest and Isabelle Rosser, and parents, A Albert Schau and Irene (John) Kwerneland. Diane is survived by her son, Greg (Jill) N Norman; daughter, Corinne Norman; grandsson, Max; brother, Thomas (Leanne) Schau a and nieces. Memorials preferred to the Siren Covenant C Church. At Diane’s request, a private family memorial service will be planned.

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Total incidents reported: 166 911 hang-up: 3 Abandoned vehicle: 3 Accident: 6 Alarm: 5 Animal complaint: 8 Arrest: 3 Assist agency: 8 Assist citizen: 8 Burglary: 1 Civil: 10 Death: 1 Disabled vehicle: 1 Disturbance: 8 Domestic: 1 Erratic driver: 4

Fire structure: 1 Found property: 1 Fraud: 1 Harassment: 1 Information: 1 Juvenile matter: 3 Lost property: 1 Medical: 7 Property damage: 2 Suspicious activity: 13 Test: 1 Theft: 5 Traffic stop: 33 Transport: 9 Trespassing: 1 Truancy: 2 Wanted person: 7 Welfare check: 5

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Herman “Toni” L. Gilbertson Jr., age 74 of Siren, passed away Jan. 21, 2020. Toni was a larger than life personality. His passions included many small businesses, golfing and motorcycles. He also had a fierce dedicattion for the love of his life, Paulette Gilbertson w who preceded him in death. Survived by son, Jeffery D. (Haydee Levario) G Gilbertson; daughter, Melissa J. (Daniel) Sand den; five grandchildren, Anthony Gilbertson, N Noah Gilbertson, Griffin Gilbertson, Mckenzie S Sanden, Annika Sanden. Also, his brothers, ssister, many nieces, nephews, with many other rrelatives and friends. He was loved dearly by family and friends. G Gathering for Toni at Kozlak-Radulovich M Maple Grove (13745 Reimer Dr. Maple Grove, 555311) Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020 from 11 a.m. to 3 p p.m. with the ceremony starting at 12:15 p.m. Directly after the ceremony you are invited to a late lunch, early dinner.

RECENT DEATHS Jan. 11, 2020, Laverne Harold Gipford, 89, Town of Meenon. Jan. 18, 2020, William Bogardus Reed, 63, Town of Grantsburg.

• James H. Bibeau, 61, Frederic, plead guilty and was sentenced to 2 years in state prison, 2 years extended supervision, 4 years of probation and was fined $518. • Jonathan P. Bryan, 35, Spooner, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion.

Criminal damage to property • Russell E. Towle, 61, charge was dismissed but read in.

Disorderly conduct • John A. McCain, 61, Webster, the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion. • Andrew O. Simon, 60, Webster, plead no contest and was fined $330.50.

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WEBSTER PD Total incidents reported: 12 Assist citizen: 1 Civil issue: 1 Juvenile matter: 3 Traffic stop: 5 Truancy: 2

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• Russell E. Towle, 61, charge was dismissed but read in.

Keeping open intoxicants in MV-driver • Joseph R. Pagenkopf, 36, Danbury, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion.

Neglecting a child • David M. Maine, 38, Danbury, plead guilty and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion.

Non-registration of vehicle • Jason L. Lindner, 36,

Frederic, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion.

Operate w/o valid license • Rilee G. Dahlberg, 18, Grantsburg, plead no contest and was fined $114.50.

Operate while revoked • Russell E. Towle, 61, charge was dismissed but read in.

Operating w/ PAC • Russell E. Towle, 61, charge was dismissed but read in.

OWI • Joseph R. Pagenkopf, 36, Danbury, plead no contest and was fined $811.50.

Possession of amphetamine • Richard A. Garner, 35, Merced, CA, plead guilty and was fined $1,000. • Russell E. Towle, 61, plead guilty and was sentenced to 7 years in state prison, 5 years extended supervision, had DOT license revoked for 3 years, ignition interlock device and was fined $34,512.63.

Possession of cocaine • Richard A. Garner, 35, Merced, CA, plead guilty and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion.

Possession of drug paraphernalia • Richard A. Garner, 35, Merced, CA, plead guilty and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion.

• Russell E. Towle, 61, charge was dismissed but read in.

Possession of meth • James H. Bibeau, 61, Frederic, plead guilty and was sentenced to 1 year and 6 months in state prison, 2 years extended supervision, 4 years of probation and was fined $626.98.

Possession of THC • Richard A. Garner, 35, Merced, CA, plead guilty and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion. • John J. Janota, 47, Menomonie, plead no contest and was fined $330.50. • Russell E. Towle, 61, charge was dismissed but read in.

Possession w/ intent/ deliver narcotics • Jennifer L. Hartfiel-Anderson, 36, Webster, plead guilty and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s’ motion.

Speeding • John J. Janota, 47, Menomonie, plead no contest and was fined $175.30.

Theft • Jennifer L. Hartfiel-Anderson, 36, Webster, plead guilty and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s’ motion.

Vehicle operator fail/ elude officer • Russell E. Towle, 61, the charge was dismissed but read in.

INCIDENTS • Jan. 20, Natasha M. Blankenship, 26, Siren, was arrested for contempt of court. • Jan. 20, Joshua A. Denetz, 41, Frederic, was arrested for contempt of court. • Jan. 20, Patricia L. Haaf, 37, Siren, was arrested for resisting or obstructing an officer, possession of controlled substances within 1,000 feet of certain places, failure to appear and possession of drug paraphernalia. • Jan. 20, James E. Lightfeather Jr., 41, Webster, was arrested for resisting or obstructing an officer and a

probation violation. • Jan. 20, Kevin E. Robinson, 28, Siren, was arrested for contempt of court. • Jan. 21, Frankie J. Bildeau Jr., 34, Webster, was arrested for possession of meth, possession of a controlled substance, probation violation and possession of drug paraphernalia. • Jan. 21, Dennis W. Young, 56, Danbury, was arrested for possession of meth, possession of THC, possession of drug paraphernalia and felony bail jumping. • Jan. 22, Kati K. Day, 32, Grantsburg, was arrested for a probation violation.

• Jan. 22, Jetisha M. Eckstrom, 34, Siren, was arrested for resisting or obstructing an officer and contempt of court. • Jan. 22, Craig A. Naylor, 40, Spooner, was arrested for possession with intent to manufacture/deliver amphetamine. bail jumping.

Reports from police and sheriff agencies are simply arrest reports. At press time, no charges have been ﬁled.

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Burnett County is currently accepting applications for the position of Social Worker to provide services for CPS Families. Please visit the Burnett County website for additional details and required application. Applications accepted until position is ﬁlled.

iForward Wisconsin's Online Charter School (grades 6-12) is seeking an innovative and creative social studies teacher. We are in our 13th year of providing the best online education for Wisconsin’s youth. Applicants should have the appropriate Wisconsin Certiﬁcation in Social Studies to teach students in 6th - 12th grade or ability to obtain the certiﬁcation. Candidates should be positive and team-oriented. Applicants must possess the dynamics to build relationships with students to create an atmosphere of learning and mutual respect. Technology skills, willingness to learn technology skills, and the ability to apply the skills in the classroom are necessary. Strong references for this position are essential.

COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY SERVICES FACILITATOR – $22.50 - $24.44/HOUR DOQ This full-time case management position will provide services in the Behavioral Health Unit, speciﬁcally providing service facilitation as outlined in Wisconsin Administrative Code DHS 36. More information can be found on the Burnett County website. Applications accepted until position is ﬁlled. Requirements:

This position determines eligibility and provides ongoing case management for Burnett County / Great Rivers Income Maintenance Consortium. Please visit the Burnett County website for additional details and required application. Applications accepted until position is ﬁlled.

SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES ADVISOR $27.98/HOUR

Teachers working for iForward/Grantsburg School District work from home. Teachers work in robust online classrooms between the hours of 8:00 and 4:00 and student attendance in live lessons is required. We follow a traditional school schedule and operate much like a traditional school; we just do so in the online digital environment. We are seeking applicants with certiﬁcation in 6-12 grade social studies. Applicants need to be prepared to deal with aspects of the personal, social, and academic needs of middle and high school students. Applicants should possess the skills necessary to communicate effectively with parents in order to build educational partnerships. Interested applicants should be willing to take part in school and student improvement initiatives. Become a leader in digital education while working with veteran online teacher professionals.

This position is responsible for providing conﬁdential administrative support and assistance to the County Administrator. This includes general and advanced human resources functions, job function analysis, special projects, and administrative / personnel policy administration. More information can be found on the County’s website. Applications reviewed upon receipt – open until ﬁlled.

ADRC – SUBSTITUTE COOK - $10.50/HOUR The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Northwest Wisconsin (ADRC) is currently seeking applications for Reserve Cooks at the Senior Citizen Congregate Dining Sites located in Burnett County. Applications are review upon receipt. How To Apply:

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Burnett County Offers an Incredible Beneﬁt Package! Health, Dental, LTD, Flex Spending, Group and Supplemental Life Insurances, Paid Time Off, Holidays, Deferred Compensation Plans, Wisconsin Retirement, Employee Recognition Program, Employee Achievement Program, Telecommuting Options, Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave, Educational and Tuition Reimbursements, as well as a number of incentives offered through Group Health Trust.

- OPEN POSITIONS -

Your efforts will be rewarded with a competitive salary and benefits package as well as ongoing opportunities for growth. For consideration, email your resume to hr@precoinc.com or mail your resume to: Preco Inc., Attn: HR, 500 Laser Drive, Somerset, WI 54025. Fax 715-247-5650. EOE, AAP.

SOCIAL WORKER – CHILD PROTECTION – $23.79 - $ 25.72/HOUR DOQ

ECONOMIC SUPPORT SPECIALIST – $19.10 $20.16/HOUR

Services Erickson piano service. Bryan Erickson Tuning-RegulationRepair 715-463-5958 \ 507-475-2584

ED RN - 48 - 72 hrs. per two-week pay period. 7 p.m. - 7

The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Northwest Wisconsin (ADRC) is currently accepting applications for an Information & Assistance Specialist. This position provides the public, particularly adults who are elderly or have a disability, with information and assistance to a wide range of community resources; informs and educates people about their options; and assists in connecting them to programs and services, which include public and privately funded options. Open until ﬁlled.

Burnett County is accepting applications for the position of Social Worker to provide services for Youth Justice as well as Adult Protection cases. Please visit the Burnett County website for additional details and required application. Applications accepted until position is ﬁlled.

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INFORMATION & ASSISTANCE SPECIALIST – $23.79 - 25.07/HOUR DOQ

SOCIAL WORKER – YOUTH JUSTICE / ADULT PROTECTION – $23.79 - $ 25.72/HOUR DOQ

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Apply online via WECAN: https://wecan.education. wisc.edu/#/ on or before January 29, 2020. The position is open until ﬁlled. A current resume, letter of application, 3 letters of recommendation, academic transcripts, and a copy of your WI teaching license should be uploaded to WECAN and included as part of the application process.

SEE DETAILS ON WEBSITE Apply online at www.burnettmedicalcenter.com. Click on BMC Careers • Human Resources

257 W. St. George Avenue • Grantsburg, WI 54840

shinrichs@burnettmedicalcenter.com

New Year, New Career! Woodcraft Industries, a division of Quanex, is looking for a Plant Manager and 2nd shift Production Associates to join our team! We are a leading manufacturer in the building products industry and pride ourselves on safety, quality and a family atmosphere.

CURRENT OPENINGS:

2nd shift Production (3:30pm-2am M-Th)

Plant Manager We offer competitive wages, 3-day weekends, a 2nd shift premium of $1.50/hour, a complete benefits package including paid vacation, sick time, 9 paid holidays (plus 2 floating holidays), 4% - 401(k) match and a progressive work environment.

Don’t miss this opportunity to join a dynamic, growth-oriented company! Apply online at www.quanex.com/careers or stop in to fill out an application

“Students Matter at iForward!”

Woodcraft Industries A Quanex Company 501 Main Street South Luck, WI 54853

The School District of Grantsburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion or handicap.

Quanex is an EEO employer. We maintain a drug & alcohol free work environment.

Contact:

Mrs. Constance Quade iForward Principal 500 East James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840 constance.quade@iforwardwisconsin.com

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To place a help wanted ad, contact Jamie at 715-268-8101 or classiﬁeds@theameryfreepress.com AD DEADLINE IS MONDAY AT NOON

NOW HIRING MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN- DAY SHIFT Burnett Dairy Cooperative is looking to add a Full-Time member to its Maintenance team. This position performs maintenance for the cheese factory buildings, equipment, and some grounds work. Employees are required to perform welding, electrical, fabricating, and mechanical duties. Must be reliable and able to troubleshoot and work independently in a fast-paced working environment. This is for a day shift Maintenance Technician. Hours will vary, may include holidays, and weekends. The right person for this position has strong attention to detail, excellent problemsolving skills, and takes initiative to get things done. Experience in welding, electrical, fabrication, or mechanical troubleshooting is required, experience in all is preferred. If you are diligent and thorough in your work, able to work independently, are self-motivated, and have a positive attitude, please apply today!

Notiﬁcation of Employment Opportunity Grantsburg School District

Job Description: This position is for a Full-time Online Special Education Teacher serving students in grades 6-12. Qualiﬁcations:

Requirements:

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SECURA INSURANCE A MUTUAL COMPANY AS SUBROGEE OF PROULX PROFESSIONAL RESEARCH INC Plaintiff, vs. JOSEPH L COLLINS DARLENA K GLONEK Defendants. AMENDED SUMMONS Case No. 19CV000167 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN TO: DARLENA K GLONEK 211 W HARRISON AVE GRANTSBURG WI 54840 You are hereby notified that the Plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. The Complaint, which is also served on you, states the nature and basis of the legal action. Within Forty (40) days after January 29, 2020, you must respond with a written answer, as that term is used in Chapter 802 of the Wisconsin Statutes, to the Complaint. The court may reject or disregard an answer that does not follow the requirements of the statutes. The answer must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is: CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT, BURNETT COUNTY, 7410 COUNTY RD K #115, SIREN WI 54872 and the Kohn Law Firm,

iForward Wisconsin's Online Charter School (grades 6-12) is seeking an innovative and creative special education teacher. We are in our 13th year of providing the best online education for Wisconsin’s youth.

iForward Wisconsin's Online Charter School (grades 6-12) is seeking an innovative and creative credit recovery teacher. We are in our 13th year of providing the best online education possible for Wisconsin’s youth.

Qualiﬁcations:

Applicants should have the appropriate Wisconsin Teaching Licensure to teach students in 9th 12th grade or ability to obtain the certiﬁcation. Candidates should be positive, and team-oriented with a tenacious dedication to supporting student success. Applicants must possess the dynamics to build relationships with students in order to create an atmosphere of learning and mutual respect. Technology skills, willingness to learn technology skills, and the ability to apply the skills in the classroom are necessary. Strong references for this position are essential.

Requirements:

We are seeking applicants with certification in 6-12 grade special education. Applicants need to be prepared to deal with aspects of the personal, social, and academic needs of middle and high school students. Applicants should possess the skills necessary to communicate effectively with parents in order to build educational partnerships. They should be well versed in accommodations, paperwork specific to special education, the ability to lead meetings, and the ability to carry out duties specific to special education needs. Interested applicants should be willing to take part in school and student improvement initiatives.

Apply online at Burnettdairy.com, Indeed, or call 715.689.2010 for more information.

How To Apply:

Plaintiff’s attorneys, whose address is 735 N. Water St., Suite 1300, Milwaukee, WI 53202. You may have an attorney help or represent you. If no Complaint accompanies this Summons you must respond within the said 40 day period with a written demand for a copy of the Complaint by mailing or delivering said written demand to the court and to the Plaintiff’s attorneys at their respective addresses listed above. If you do not provide a proper answer to the Complaint or provide a written demand for said complaint within the 40 day period, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the Complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the Complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property. Dated at Milwaukee, Wisconsin January 17, 2020. KOHN LAW FIRM S.C. E L E C T R O N I C A L LY SIGNED BY: /S/ JENNIFER L. ANDERSON State Bar No. 1030556 Attorney for Plaintiff WNAXLP (Jan. 29, Feb. 5, 12)

Job Description: This position is for a part-time Online Credit Recovery Teacher serving students in grades 10-12. Our school continues to grow and this position would be part-time at approximately 25-50%

Applicants should have the appropriate Wisconsin Certiﬁcation for special education to teach students in 6th - 12th grade or ability to obtain the certiﬁcation. Candidates should be positive and team-oriented. Applicants must possess the dynamics to build relationships with students to create an atmosphere of learning and mutual respect. Technology skills, willingness to learn technology skills, and the ability to apply the skills in the classroom are necessary. Strong references for this position are essential.

Apply in person at the Burnett Dairy ofﬁce, 11631 State Road 70 Grantsburg, WI 54840

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY

Credit Recovery Teacher Online, Part-Time (.25.50 FTE), iForward School, Grantsburg School District

Job Title:

Special Education Teacher Online, Full-Time, iForward School, Grantsburg School District

Job Title:

**Must be 18 years old to apply** All positions require drug screen and pre employment testing.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Notiﬁcation of Employment Opportunity Grantsburg School District

We are seeking applicants with a WI teaching license for students in grades 9-12. Applicants need to be prepared to deal with aspects of the personal, social, and academic needs of middle and high school students. Applicants should possess the skills necessary to communicate effectively with parents in order to build educational partnerships. Interested applicants should be willing to take part in school and student improvement initiatives. Become a leader in digital education while working with veteran online teacher professionals.

Contact:

How To Apply:

Contact:

Mrs. Constance Quade iForward Principal 500 East James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840 constance.quade@iforwardwisconsin.com

“Students Matter at iForward!”

The School District of Grantsburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion or handicap.

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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY

REQUEST FOR QUOTES FOR MASONRY REPAIRS

JOSEPH A. & LINDA M. HANLEY, Plaintiffs, v. JAMES E. & LINDA J. KOTOSKI REVOCABLE TRUST ANDREW KOTOSKI UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ANDREW KOTOSKI ARIANA KOTOSKI UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ARIANA KOTOSKI DANIEL KOTOSKI UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF DANIEL KOTOSKI ERIN KOTOSKI UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ERIN KOTOSKI ALL OTHER PERSONS CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST IN OR LIEN UPON ANY OF THE LANDS DESCRIBED IN THIS ACTION, Defendants. SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION Case No. 20 CV 02 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN To: Any persons claiming any right, title or interest in or lien upon any of the lands located on the shores of Big Sand Lake, between the site addresses of 25202 Birch Haven Road and 25193 Birch Haven Road, Webster, Wisconsin, as further described in the Complaint. You are hereby notified that Plaintiffs named above have filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. Within forty (40) days after January 15, 2020, you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the Complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the Court, whose address is Clerk of Court, Burnett County Courthouse, 7410 County Road K #115, Siren, WI 54872, and to Plaintiffs’ attorney, whose address is 2919 Schneider Avenue SE, P.O. Box 280, Menomonie, WI 54751. You may have an attorney help or represent you. If you do not demand a copy of the Complaint within 40 days, the Court may grant judgment against you for legal action requested in the Complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the Complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you now own or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property. Dated: January 10, 2020. BAKKE NORMAN, S.C. By: Electronically signed by Deanne M. Koll Deanne M. Koll Attorney No. 1055988 2919 Schneider Avenue SE, P.O. Box 280 Menomonie, WI 547510280 (715) 235-9016 dkoll@bakkenorman.com Attorneys for Plaintiffs WNAXLP (Jan. 15, 22, 29)

Northland Community Center 1232 East School Road Danbury, WI, 54830 Town of Blaine Issue Date: January 14th, 2020 Instructions & General Information: The Town of Blaine, Burnett County, WI, is requesting quotes for tuckpointing, parging (if required) and cleaning or replacing block on the interior and exterior of building at 1232 East School Road, as detailed below. Conditions 1. The Town of Blaine shall be exempt from any liability for loss incurred by unsuccessful bidders in preparation for this proposal. 2. MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING. A mandatory prebid meeting must be held no later than Saturday February 8th, 2020. Attendance is a prerequisite for submitting a response to this invitation and will be evidenced by the Town Representative’s verification and bidder’s signature. This meeting will provide an opportunity for potential respondents to view the site of work, ask questions and seek clarification on the outlined requirements prior to submitting a response. Attendees will be responsible for supplying any and all tools and equipment, including ladders, necessary for project evaluation. 3. The Town of Blaine shall receive sealed quotes to complete the proposed work until: 6:00 PM, Saturday, February 22, 2020. Bids will be opened at a special meeting on February 25, 2020 at 6pm, held at 1232 East School Road, Danbury, WI. 4. The Town of Blaine will make payment within thirty (30) days after acceptance of the completed work. 5. The Town of Blaine reserves the right to reject any or all bids and the right to re-request for bids. 6. Contractors must comply with Drug Free Workplace Act. 7. Questions concerning the project or arranging a site visit with the Town Representative should be directed to: Jessica Estridge at 651269-8415 or jddlmnt@gmail. com. 9. Work shall be completed by date agreed on by both parties (please include anticipated completion date in bid) 10. All work to be in accordance with state and county building codes. Contractors must be licensed, bonded and insured. Specifications: 1. Tuckpoint areas of exterior and interior block walls where mortar has deteriorated. Parge, if deemed necessary on exterior of any or all building walls to prevent future deterioration. Clean and remove old mortar at repair site. Must make every effort to match mortar to original.

2. Replace deteriorated blocks in areas being tuckpointed. Contractor to supply sample replacement block to confirm best possible match to existing block. 3. Repair areas of longitudinal cracking above and below windows with block replacement and/or tuckpointing. 4. Clean and seal all areas where work occurs. 5. Contractor is responsible for providing access to all work areas in accordance with recognized health and safety requirements. 6. Contractor is responsible for all clean up at the end of the project and will ensure that all excess materials are removed from the site. 7. Percentage of total exterior and interior wall surface repair to be assessed by bidder at pre-bid meeting. 8. Specific type of material (i.e., type of mortar, block, cleaner, sealer) to be listed on bid. Respectfully submitted: /s/ Requestor APPROVED BY TOWN OF BLAINE on this date, January 14th, 2020 /s/ Vern Drake, Chairman Town of Blaine WNAXLP (Jan. 22, 29)

NOTICE OF INTENT TO APPOINT WISCONSIN INDIANHEAD TECHNICAL COLLEGE (WITC) DISTRICT BOARD MEMBERS Notice is hereby given that applications are being accepted for three (3) positions on the Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College (WITC) District Board from individuals residing in the following regions of the WITC District: • Region 1 (Ashland, Bayfield, and Douglas Counties, and portions of Iron County—excludes Iron County towns of Mercer and Sherman) • Region 2 (Barron, Rusk, and Sawyer Counties) • Region 3 (Burnett, Polk, and Washburn Counties) • Region 4 (portions of St. Croix County—excludes portions of the city of River Falls and the village of Spring Valley) Please Note: • In accordance with the WITC Plan of Representation, Board members must live in the district and are selected for member positions (regions) based on the county in which they live, not the county in which they own a business. • No two (2) members of the WITC District Board may be officials of the same governmental unit, nor may any district board member be a member of the school board which employs the School District Administrator member. • No region will have less than one (1) member and no more than four (4) members on the District Board.

• Equal consideration is given to the general population distribution within the WITC District, as well as to the distribution of women and minorities within the district. According to the Wisconsin Technical College System, this has been interpreted to mean that members of each gender (male/female) must hold at least three (3) positions on the District Board. Therefore, the appointment committee is seeking at least one (1) qualified female applicant for the open Board positions to meet this requirement. If the district’s minority population exceeds 6.5%, at least one (1) minority must hold a position on the District Board. WITC’s minority population is 8.1%. There is currently one (1) minority representative serving on the WITC District Board. Open WITC District Board Member Positions Appointments will be made for the following positions in accordance with the Board Appointment Committee’s Plan of Representation, which specifies categories of membership as well as geographic areas of representation within the district. Board members are not paid, except for expenses incurred in the performance of their duties. The following three (3) Board positions below will commence on or about July 1, 2020, upon certification by the Wisconsin Technical College System Board, with 3-year terms ending on June 30, 2023. 1. Additional Member 2. Additional Member 3. Elected Official Member Open Board Member Category Definitions Please refer to the following WITC website address for additional information to help you determine if you qualify for the open Board member positions: https://www.witc. edu/about-witc/leadership/ board-of-trustees/boardresponsibilities. • An Additional Member is defined as someone who resides in the district. • An Elected Official Member is defined as someone who holds a nonpartisan elected public office other than party committee chair. o City Council o Common Council o County Board o School Board o Sheriff o State Legislature o Town Board o Town Clerk o Village Board A notarized affidavit (application), along with up to a one-page singlespaced statement describing reasons for seeking an appointment to the Board, must be received at the address below no later than 4 p.m., on Thursday, February 13, 2020. Applicants must attend the public hearing of the District Board Appointment Committee on Thursday,

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March 19, 2020, at 2 p.m., at the WITC–Administrative Office, 505 Pine Ridge Drive, Shell Lake, WI 54871, and provide at least two (2) letters of recommendation supporting the individual’s candidacy to the WITC District Board before being interviewed at the scheduled public meeting. No additional names will be accepted from the floor at the time of the Appointment Committee meeting. Please mail notarized affidavits (applications) and statement to: Mr. Roger Larson, Chairperson District Board Appointment Committee WITC-Administrative Office 505 Pine Ridge Drive Shell Lake, WI 54871 A Board Appointment affidavit (application) form and instructions may be obtained on the WITC website at https://www.witc. edu/about-witc/leadership/ board-of-trustees/boardresponsibilities, or by contacting: Ms. Kimberly Olson Board Appointment Committee Liaison WITC-Administrative Office 505 Pine Ridge Drive Shell Lake, WI 54871 Telephone: (715) 468-2815, ext. 2279 E-mail: kim.olson@witc.edu A second legal notice announcing the public hearing and committee meeting and all applicant names will be published in early-March 2020. WNAXLP (Jan. 29)

APPLICATION FOR LICENSE To the Village Board, Village of Grantsburg, Burnett County, Wisconsin the undersigned: SP Stores LLC DBA Dino Mart #4 Davinder Singh - Agent 416 S. Pine Street Apt #10 Grantsburg, WI 54840 At the premises located at: 108 W. State Road 70 Grantsburg, WI 54840 Hereby applies for a “Class A” Liquor and Class “A” Beer License to be used from February 10, 2020 to June

30, 2020. The Village Board will consider this application on February 10, 2020 at their regular meeting. Dated: January 24, 2020 Sheila Meyer, Clerk/Treasurer Village of Grantsburg WNAXLP (Jan. 29)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUEST VILLAGE OF GRANTSBURG February 10, 2020 6:15 p.m. Please take notice that the Village Board of the Village of Grantsburg will conduct a public hearing to consider the conditional use permit request for a parcel of property located at 685 W. State Road 70, Grantsburg, Wisconsin. (Parcel ID: 07131-2-38-19-22-1-02-000014000) The property described above is presently zoned B-2 Highway Commercial District. New Hope Lutheran Church, applicant and Mark Harmon, property owner, have signed a purchase offer and are requesting a conditional use permit to continue operating as a church at this location. The existing conditional use permit will cease upon change in ownership. The public hearing will be held on February 10, 2020 at 6:15 p.m.at the Grantsburg Village Office at 316 S Brad Street, Grantsburg, Wisconsin. The Plan Commission will meet at 5:00 p.m. on February 10, 2020 to review the request and make a recommendation to the Village Board thereafter. The Village Board will hear all interested persons, or their agents or attorneys, and thereafter will make a decision. For additional information, or a map of the proposed location, please contact Sheila Meyer, Clerk/Treasurer, at 316 S Brad Street. Phone: 715-463-2405. Dated this 24th day of January 2020 WNAXLP (Jan. 29, Feb. 5)

BIDS WANTED Bids now being accepted for inside painting, commercial building. Need to be insured. Part time, as needed. Please send information to: yy6229947@gmail.com or call 715-463-2475

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LOCAL BUSINESS DIRECTORY

BUILDING MATERIALS/LUMBER

HEALTH EYE ASSOCIATES

St. Croix Falls - Frederic - Grantsburg Webster - Balsam Lake

Visit www.abc-clc.com or call (715) 689-3400 10350 State Road 70 • Siren, WI

Dolphin – Tran – Christopherson St. Croix Falls 715-483-3259 • Frederic 715-327-8239 Grantsburg 715-463-2370 • Webster 715-866-4700 Balsam Lake 715-485-3421

Clear vision begins with healthy eyes

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Stotz & Company Certified Public Accountants 715-463-5483 Grantsburg

Bass Lake Lumber 12469 State Rd. 48 Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-488-2471 Toll Free 1-877-488-2271 www.basslakelumber.com

Invisalign and Braces for Adults and Children Matthew M. Sievers, D.D.S., M.S. 140 Birch St. N., #106 • Cambridge, MN 55008 • (763) 689-3134 705 4th Ave. SW • Pine City, MN 55063 • (320) 629-9944 e-mail: cambridgeorthomn@msn.com www.cambridgeorthomn.com

SERVICES

TOURISM

Chell Well Drilling Co.

P.O. BOX 421 7716 MAIN ST. SIREN, WI

Timothy L. Meister, E.A. enrolled to practice before the I.R.S.

Corey Arnold Insurance & Financial Services, Inc. Here to help life go right.™

Corey T. Arnold, Agent 107 Wisconsin Ave S Frederic, WI 54837 715-327-8076 corey.arnold.jytd@statefarm.com

Serving your well drilling and submersible pump repair needs since 1920 Frederic, WI (715) 327-8665

Siren Tourism Commission

PO Box 23, Siren, WI 54872 • 800.788.3164 www.visitsiren.com

(715) 463-2341 13 Week Minimum

SCHOOLS

CONSTRUCTION

FURNISHINGS

SIREN SCHOOL DISTRICT Web: www.siren.k12.wi.us Facebook: School District of Siren Twitter: @SirenHigh

Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

(715) 349-7392 • 24022 4th Ave, Siren, WI 54872

TAVERNS/BAR & GRILLS

RETAIL

Full Off-Sale Sports Bar On- & Off-Site Catering Open 7 Days a Week Family Dining

OAKLAND STORE Convenience & Selection Fishing & Hunting Licenses • Live Bait & Tackle Full Selection of Your Favorite Wines, Liquors & Beer Coffee Bistro Open at 7 AM, 7 Days a Week

24136 State Hwy. 35 • Siren, WI

7396 Co. Rd. U • Between Webster & Danbury

715-349-2954

715-866-7315

HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING

LAKE CONSTRUCTION New Homes - Remodeling Siding - Excavating - Cement Work

715-463-2848 Grantsburg, WI

PLUMBING/SEPTIC

GRANTSBURG SANITARY SERVICE

al Your Loc Pumper

Holding Tanks • Septic Tanks Septic Tanks Pumped Suzy & Maurice Johnson • Grantsburg, WI

715-463-2671

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HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

24683 State Rd 35/70 • Siren, WI 54872 715-349-2314 • Fax: 715-349-7333 earthenergy@sirentel.net

(715) 349-2581

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Service • Sales • Installation Max R. Littlefield, Pres.

(715) 463-2341

27 First Ave., P.O. Box 238, Luck, WI 54853

13 Week Minimum

715-472-8206 • 1-800-843-7658

WORSHIP

JANUARY 29, 2020

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Who do you say I am?

Scott Sagle Calvary Covenant Grantsburg

God created each of us as needy individuals. We are incomplete without God and each other. That is not a weakness, it is the way God designed us. We are to depend on one another and we are to depend on God. Jesus teaches us this truth throughout the Gospel of John. In that book there are seven “I am” statements made by Jesus. John 6:35 tells us, “I am the Bread of Life.” Jesus is the One who spiritually sustains us. John 8:12 says, “I am the light of the world. Through Him we gain spiritual understanding and wisdom for living.” Jesus says in John 10:7, “I am the door of the sheep.” He

has given us free and unlimited access to His Kingdom. John 10:11 says, “I am the good shepherd.” Jesus is our guide and protector. In John 11:25, Jesus tells us, “I am the resurrection and the life.” He has guaranteed our eternal life with God if we come to Him, ask forgiveness, and trust Him to be our Lord and Savior. Jesus explains in John 14:6 “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” He is the only one who can do this for us. He is the only way to a relationship with God. Jesus shows us in John 15:1 that “I am the true vine.” We must remain connected to

FIRST LUTHERAN

A&H

Pastor Marilyn Crossfield Worship: 9 am | Sun. School: 9 am (Sept. - May) Wheelchair Accessible

CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN CHURCH Pastor Tryg Wistad | 715-635-4816 28509 County Road H 1/8 mile north of A&H intersection crossroadschurch@gmail.com Sun. Worship: 10 am Thurs. Women’s Bible Study: 1:30 pm Sat. Men’s Bible Study: 8 am

DAIRYLAND (A Wesleyan Church) | Pastor Earl Leach 715-244-3649 | 33921 State Rd 35 Sunday Worship: 10:30 am Bible Study: 6:30 pm, Wed. with potluck

SACRED HEART OF JESUS & MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH

ALPHA CALVARY COVENANT Scott Sagle, Pastor | 715-689-2541 11530 St. Rd. 70, Grantsburg Sun. Worship: 10:30 am | Sun. School: 9:30 am Bible Study: Wed. 7:30 pm

ASKOV CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS Just west of Askov on Hwy. 23 Auxiliary Meetings start at 9:30 am Sacrament Meeting: 11:20 am

FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 715-656-4010 | 7535 Peet St. fccndanbury@gmail.com www.facebook.com/groups/275805302451108/ Sunday Services: Bible Study 9 am Morning Service 10 am | Children’s Church 10:30 am

UNITED METHODIST

Rev. Randall Knauf, Pastor | 715-866-7321 Junction of Cty. Rds A & H Crescent Lake Voyager Village Area Mass: Thurs. 9:30 am | Sun. 8:00 am Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appointment

Rev. Eddie Crise, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor 715-866-8646 | 7520 Water St. www.umc4pt.com | Sunday Worship: 8:45 am

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. Randall Knauf, Pastor 715-866-7321 | 7586 St. Rd. 77 Mass: Fri. 9 am & Sat. 4 pm Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appointment

YELLOW LAKE LUTHERAN

Pastor Jenny Lee 2110 295th Ave. Cty. Rd. B Worship: 10:00 am | Sunday School: 10:15 am

CUSHING LAKETOWN LUTHERAN Pastor Marilyn Crossfield 2738 220th St. | Worship: 10:45 am Sun. School: 10:45 am (Sept. - May) Wheelchair Accessible

CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST UPPER ST. CROIX PARISH

Pastor Curtis Denney | 715-327-4956 Benson Rd. | Saturday Service Sabbath Sch. 9:30 am | Worship 11 am

Rev. Jenny Lee 715-463-2624 | Worship 11:30 am Christian Ed. Class (all grades) 11:45 am Nursery Available

Doug McConnell, Senior Pastor Chris Radtke, Youth Pastor 715-463-5794 Worship: Sunday 9:30 am | Sun. School 11:30 am Held at Grantsburg HS Auditorium

CROSSWALK COMMUNITY CHURCH (EFCA)

FAITH LUTHERAN

Pastor Greg Lund | 715-327-8767 505 Old County Road W www.crosswalkcommunity.org Sunday School 9 am | Worship 10:15 am Look for us on Facebook

Bridge Pastor Dan Heath 715-463-5388 | www.myfaithlutheran.org Worship 9:30 am Service on WCMP Radio (100.9 FM) Communion on the 1st, 3rd, and 4th Sundays Christian Education - Wed. afternoon & evening

ST. LUKE’S UNITED METHODIST

GRACE BAPTIST

Pastor Yul Kwon Church: 715-327-4436 | Parsonage: 715-327-8383 Sunday Worship: 10:30 am | Fellowship following (No Wed. service) | Church Sch: Wed. 3:45 - 5 pm Wheelchair accessible | Childcare available

Rev. Brad Moore, Sr. Pastor George Selbher, Assoc. Pastor 715-463-5699 Sunday Worship 9 am | Wed. 5:30 pm Supper for all 6 pm All Stars, Youth Connection Grace Nursery Sch: Tues. & Thurs. 9 am

BETHANY LUTHERAN Pastor Jay Ticknor | 715-463-5746 Worship 11:00 am | Sunday School 9:30 am Nursery is available

WOOD RIVER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

Pastor Mike Fisk | 715-472-8660 5 mi. E. of Frederic on W | 2 mi. S. on I Sun. School 9:15 am | Sun. Worship 10:30 am Communion 1st Sunday Contemporary Service 3rd Sunday

715-463-2792 Worship 10 am | Sun. School 10:30 am Mid-Week Bible Study | Call for info

EKDALL COMMUNITY CHURCH

ST. DOMINIC CATHOLIC CHURCH

TRINITY LUTHERAN Jay Ticknor, Pastor | 715-689-2271 Worship 9:00 am (Nursery prov.) 10 - 11 am coffee & fellowship 10:15 - 11 am Sunday School (Sept. - May) A class for all ages | Everyone welcome Communion Every Sunday | Everyone welcome

Fr. Joseph Madanu Mass: Sunday 8:30 am Saturday 6:30 pm (Memorial Day - Labor Day)

Minister: Guy McCarty, Gene Olson, Robert Rutherford 107 Elm St. | 715-327-8387 Sunday 9 am - 12 pm Worship & Study

ZION LUTHERAN - BONE LAKE

Mike Kleven, Pastor Sunday School for all ages: 9:30 am Church Service: 10:45 am Youth Ministries: 6:30 pm, Wed. Adult Bible Study: 2 pm, Thurs.

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH

LIVING HOPE CHURCH

CHURCH OF CHRIST

Pastor John Peterson 1638 345th Ave. | 715-327-4340 Worship 9:15 am | Sunday School 10:30 am Communion 1st & 2nd Sunday

FIRST BAPTIST

ATLAS UNITED METHODIST UPPER ST. CROIX PARISH

GRANTSBURG

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST

WEST SWEDEN GRACE LUTHERAN

Pastors Douglas Olson, Myron Carlson. Danny Wheeler & Ralph Thompson 7615 County Rd. U | 715-349-8281 www.yellowlakelutheranchurch.org Sunday Worship Services: 9:30 am Communion: 1st & 3rd Sunday

FALUN

ATLAS

FREDERIC

Interim Pastor Roger Pittman | 715-327-8012 507 Wisconsin Ave. N. www.pilgrimlutheranfrederic.org Sunday Worship: 10:30 am Communion 1st & 2nd Sundays LWF3: 5-7 pm - 1st & 3rd Wed of month

DANBURY

Pastor Bill Schroeder | 715-635-7791 Cty Rd. H, 1/2 mile N. of Cty. A on H www.lakesidelutheranwi.com Sunday Worship: 9 am (June-Aug), 10 am (Sept-May) Sunday School: 9 am | All welcome Wednesday Outdoor Worship: 7 pm (June-Aug)

This column was originally published Jan. 16, 2019

PILGRIM LUTHERAN FREDERIC (ELCA)

THE WOODLAND CHURCH

LAKESIDE COMMUNITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA

the vine every moment if we expect to truly live. While we are here the things we do in His strength, out of gratitude for what He’s done for us, are the only things that matter. I would love to be able to be in complete and total control and prove my own independence, but that is not reality. All of us need to humble ourselves and allow Jesus into our lives so that we experience the fullness of life He created us to enjoy.

Fr. Joseph Madanu | 715-327-8119 Mass: Sat. 4:30 pm | Sun. 10:30 am

Dan Shadish, Pastor | 715-463-5408 8 mi. North on Cty. Rd. F, Fire #13295 Sunday Service 9 am | Potluck lunch 10 am Everyone welcome

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS) Pastor Quinten Buechner 201 1st Avenue S | Wheelchair Accessible Office: 715-866-7191 | Cell: 715-307-4448 Worship Service & ‘Sunday School’ Sat. 5:30 pm

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NEW HOPE LUTHERAN Emory Johnson, Pastor 685 W. State Rd. 70 | 715-463-5700 www.newhopelutheranchurch.org Sunday Worship Service: 9:30 am Sun. School & Adult Bible Study: 11:15 am Watch live and recorded sermons on our website.

HERTEL

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ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH

BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH (WELS)

GRACE UNITED METHODIST

Carl Heidel, Pastor 715-222-6712 | Council Chair: 715-244-3301 Worship: 11 am | Sunday School: 10 am

SIREN ADVENTURE CHURCH

LAKEVIEW UNITED METHODIST Ferdinand B. Serra, Pastor S. of Hertel | Worship & Sunday School: 9 am

LEWIS MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST Rev. Eddie Crise, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor 3482 115th St. | 715-866-8646 www.umc4pt.com Worship 8:45 am | UMM/UMW 6:30 pm, 3rd Wed.

LUCK LUCK LUTHERAN Gregory Ofsdahl, Pastor 5th St., 510 Foster Ave. East | 715-472-2605 Sunday Worship Service: 8 am (Sept-May) Sunday School: 9 am (Sept-May) Contemporary Communion Worship: 9:30 am (Sept-May) Sunday Worship Service: 9 am (June-Aug) Mon. Evening Cont. Worship: 6:30 pm (June-Aug)

ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN Roger Kastelle, Pastor Hwy. 35 & Cty. Rd. B | 715-472-8190 Sun. Worship Service: 9 am | Sun. School: 10 am

WEST DENMARK LUTHERAN Linda Rozumalski, Pastor | 715-472-2383 1 mi. west of Luck off Cty Rd N on 170th Worship: 10:00 am | Fellowship following Holy Communion: 1st & 3rd Sunday Bring for food shelf.

Lead Pastors: CJ and Cheryl Johnson Worship and Creative Pastors: Andrew and Becky Dawson Care Pastor: Carolyn Marquardt Children’s Pastor: Katie Allen 23811 State Rd. 35/PO Box 21 | 715-349-5750 adventurechurchsiren.com Sunday Worship: 9 & 10:30 am

David Warskow, Pastor Juct. Hwy 53 & 70 | 715-635-7672 Worship: 9:30 am Sunday/Bible Class: 10:45 am Sun. 7:40 am “Voice of Salvation” broadcast WJMC 96.1 FM

ST. ALBAN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Father David Bauer Corner of Elm & Summit Streets | 715-635-8475 Holy Eucharist: Sunday 10:30 am Holy Days as announced

TRADE LAKE ZION LUTHERAN

BETHANY LUTHERAN Interim Pastor Roger Pittman Worship: 8:30 am | Sunday School: 9:45 am Coffee Hour: 9:30 am | Nursery available

John Peterson, Pastor 11841 Cty. Rd. Z | 715-327-8384 Sun. School: 9:45 am | Sun. Worship: 11 am Communion: 1st & 2nd Sunday

SIREN UNITED METHODIST

TRADE LAKE BAPTIST

Rev. Eddie Crise, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor 24025 1st Ave. S. | 715-866-8646 www.umc4pt.com Worship: 10:15 am | Sunday School: 9 am Nursery available | Youth Ministries: Wed., 6 pm UMW: 1st Wed., 12 pm | Bible Study: Wed., 9 am

SIREN COVENANT Brian Pardun, Pastor 7686 Lofty Pines Dr. | 715-349-5601 www.sirencovenantchurch.org Sunday School: 9 am | Worship: 10 am Fellowship follows | Wheelchair Accessible

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

David Prince, Pastor | 715-327-8402 20750 Cty. Rd. Z (Just South on Cty. Rd. Z off Hwy. 48) www.tradelakebaptistchurch.org Sunday Mornings – Something For Everyone Sunday School: 9:15 am | Worship: 10:15 am Wed. Eve.: 6:30 pm AWANA & Adult Bible study Everyone is Welcome! | Nursery is provided!

TRADE RIVER EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH Rev. Dale Van Deusen, Pastor 715-488-2296 9 miles So. of Grantsburg on Hwy. 87 www.traderiverefc.org Worship: 9:30 am | Sunday School: 10:45 am Wednesday Nights: 6:30 pm Adult Bible Study 6:30 pm Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group

Rev. Eddie Crise, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor 26503 Muskey Ave. So. | 715-866-8646 www.umc4pt.com Sun. Worship: 10:30 am | Sun. School: 9:15 am Bible Study: 1 pm, Tues. | UMW 2:15 pm, 2nd Tues.

OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN LCMS Jody Walter, Pastor Office: 715-866-7191 | Home: 715-866-4622 www.ourredeemerwebster.com www.facebook.com/OurRedeemerWebster Church Service: 9:30 am Communion: 1st & 3rd Sunday Sun. School & Choir Practice: 10:45 am Lenten Services (March 6 - April 10) at 7:00pm. Soup Supper at 6:00pm.

CHURCH OF CHRIST 7425 W. Birch | 715-866-7157 Sunday Bible Class: 9:30 am (all ages) Worship: 10:30 am | Bible Study: 7 pm, Wed. (all ages)

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF WEBSTER Jeff Jowers, Pastor Cell: 864-607-5605 | pastorjowers@gmail.com 7422 Kola Street | 715-866-4111 Sun. School: 9:30 am | Sun. Worship: 10:45 am Wed. 6:30 pm AWANA (Ages 3-6th Grade) & SIGN (Grades 7-12 Youth Group)

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. Randall Knauf Cedar and Muskey Ave. | 715-866-7321 Fri. Mass: 9 am | Sun. Mass: 10 am Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appointment

DWELLING POINT CHURCH OF GOD Bryan Davis, Pastor 7697 Johnson St www.dwellingpointchurch.cc Worship: Sundays at 10 am | Nursery Available

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1. Fall down 5. American TV company (abbr.) 8. Exclamation that denotes disgust 11. Gallantry 13. Chinese word signifying “doctrine” 14. Prefix meaning “beside” 15. Act of imitating 16. Tall, rounded vase 17. Sixth month of Jewish civil calendar 18. Rural Iranian village 20. Time zone 21. Military weapon (abbr.) 22. Gets rid of 25. Aggressive 30. Addressed one’s appearance 31. Affirmative 32. Denoting Indo-European languages 33. French noble family 38. Shock therapy 41. Having characteristics of both sexes 43. Large suitcase 45. One who identifies God with the universe 48. Swiss river 49. Frequently 50. Wipe out 55. Invests in little enterprises 56. Waste 57. Resembles a large shrimp 59. Derogatory name for rural resident 60. Menswear accessory 61. Tropical American tree 62. Pitching statistic 63. Camera type 64. Cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

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Danbury Lions and Masons hold 42nd Annual Ice Fishing Contest

JONATHAN RICHIE | SENTINEL

Organizers said the ice was anywhere between 12 and 16 inches. However, the waterway that connects Burlingame Lake and Robbie Lake had open water.

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Two ﬁshers huddle up and discuss conditions on the lake.

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With open water on the ice, officials were very up front about not driving onto Burlingame Lake.

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Young and old were enjoying themselves.

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Everyone out on the lake is looking for a smooth ride.

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