Burnett County Sentinel April 22, 2020 by Burnett County Sentinel

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County could lose $250,000 in sales tax in 2020 JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

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The Burnett Dairy Cooperative recently donated and delivered, with the help of Chell Trucking, 16,000 pounds of shredded mozzarella cheese to 19 schools in the area.

Burnett Dairy steps up in time of need JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

The Burnett Dairy Cooperative has been busy helping local food banks and school children with the cheese. “We just finished making 16,000 pounds of shredded

Mozzarella cheese which will head out to 19 area schools this Thursday, Friday and Monday,” said Jenny Binversie of the Burnett Dairy Cooperative. “This is an uncharted time of need and we are happy to get cheese into the hands of

those that need it most.” Burnett Dairy Cooperative has delivered 16,000 pounds of its shredded cheese to over 8,000 students across 19 schools, including Grantsburg, Siren and Webster. Each student that has signed up for a meals on

wheels program will be receiving a two pound bag of shredded Mozzarella cheese,” Binversie said. They also donated over 8,000 pounds of cheese to Ruby’s Food Shelf in Siren. SEE DAIRY, PAGE 2

Burnett County has been meeting and working with other counties in Northwest Wisconsin in an attempt to re-open our economies due to the differences between this region and southern Wisconsin. County Administrator Nate Ehalt informed the County Board of Supervisors Tuesday morning that he has been in contact with several counties in the region. That group has been brainstorming on how to get their message to Gov. Tony Evers office, who recently extended the state's Saferat-Home order through May 26. He said the county could lose up to $250,000 in sales tax alone in Burnett County in 2020. Other counties across the region are anticipating losing 50% of sales tax in 2020 and possibly 2021. “We can do more collectively than as a one or two rogue counties,” Ehalt said. “There is safety in numbers when dealing with local economies.” He said there will be more information from these meetings to come over the next several months. SEE COUNTY, PAGE 2

Like father, like daughter Tia Nelson honored to continue Gaylord’s legacy APRIL ZIEMER EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Gaylord Nelson’s humble roots, planted in Clear Lake, Wisconsin, grew into an environmental movement that has carried on for 50 years. Tia Nelson picked up where

her father left off and uses her passion for nature as a force that drives her to protect the environment. Tia believes Clear Lake made her father the man he became. “Papa always said that his interest in nature and the environment came to him

by osmosis. He was a little boy growing up in the small town of Clear Lake and nature was his playground. It was a part of him from a very early age.” Tia shared a story about her father and his best friend as

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Tia Nelson shares her father’s passion for the environment and is currently working as Managing Director of Climate for the Outrider Foundation.

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“We have to realize Burnett County could look very different over the next 12 to 14 months,” Ehalt said. “We will have difficult decisions to make and there is a long road ahead of us.” Ehalt said that it's well known that populations and economies are different in Northern Wisconsin compared to Southern Wisconsin. He added there have been conversations across the state about where federal funds will go. “In our state, we have the haves and have-nots and unfortunately we always fall in the have-nots with those who don't necessarily care about those in the Northern half of Wisconsin,” Ehalt said. “We continue to be frugal and prudent on how we spend our dollars.” TAYLOR RE-ELECTED TO COUNTY CHAIR County Supervisor Don Taylor was re-elected as Burnett County Chair, a position he was first elected to in 2010. Supervisor Ed Peterson was elected to first vicechair of the county board. There was a contested race for second vicechair. Supervisors Donald Chell, Craig Conroy and Chris Sybers were nominated. Sybers was elected to second chair by ballot vote. He received 13 votes, Conroy received 5 votes and Chell got the remaining 3 votes. Three new Supervisors were elected earlier this month; Ramona Moody in District 4, Chuck Awe in District 8, and Jim Pearson in District 15. TRAILS REMAIN OPEN Forest Administrator Jake Nichols told the County Board that there are still “miles and miles of trails still open.” He added trails are being used by walkers and horse riders. Burnett County Forest Trails are open to the public. The county forest has also been open to turkey hunters during the spring.

GRANTSBURG – “Food is available without charge for persons and families in need.” That’s the message from Grantsburg Area Food Shelf, which opens at 9:30 every Thursday morning to assist those who need supplemental food during these challenging days. Terri Andersen is the Grantsburg food shelf manager, in her ninth year in the lead role. She is a volunteer and is assisted by volunteers from nine nearby churches and one friends group that provide food, financial help and labor to run the food shelf. The food shelf has been operating non-stop for more than 27 years. “We are now seeing about ten new families every week, so I would say the need is up by about 40 percent,” Andersen said. Besides the churches, donations of food and money come in from area businesses and their employees, schools, civic groups, and many individuals. First-time clients fill out some paperwork and learn the guidelines. Generally, the Grantsburg food shelf serves people who reside in the Grantsburg School District. Eligibility is based on the federal income guidelines. Each family unit may visit the food shelf two times per month. “Under the circumstances, those three rules may be relaxed a bit,” Andersen says. “We still need to do all our reports, but we aren’t going to turn away anyone who needs food.” Those who need emergency food

at any time may also visit the “Little Free Pantry,” a self-service box by the Grantsburg Library main entrance. WHAT TO EXPECT Andersen said getting fresh eggs and bread are more difficult now, but clients can expect to leave the food shelf with packaged and canned goods, cheese, some frozen items including meat, other high-protein items like beans, plus fresh fruit and vegetables, and a voucher they bring to KJ’s Fresh Market (former Family Food) in Grantsburg for a gallon of milk. As the national stay-at-home plan and social distancing orders enter their second month, “food insecurity” has become a concern in many homes. Families that were self-sufficient until recently may now be struggling to provide enough food for parents and kids who are home all day, Andersen said. “One or both parents may now be out of work, with no clear picture for when the businesses will reopen, and the governor’s general shutdown will end. Even when it does end, people who have been without work for a month will need to regroup. Some will get unemployment, but others will be barely paying their bills. They will still need supplemental food. We are planning to be ready for that need,” Andersen said. “It will probably take them six months to recoup,” she said. Andersen added she has a crew of trained volunteer workers and doesn’t need any more at this time.

DAIRY: donating cheese to food banks and schools

NEW PROCEDURES, PRECAUTIONS Some new procedures are in place on Thursdays during the Covid-19 pandemic. “First, we ask clients to wait outside or in their cars to maintain the social distance, instead of lining up inside the building. “If they are new, we will bring the paperwork out to them on a clipboard. “If you have a mask, please wear it,” Andersen said, adding that the volunteer workers all wear gloves and masks. As each client is invited into the building, they apply gel disinfectant to their hands. When a client enters the food shelf, they work with a personal shopper volunteer who takes the requested food items off the shelf and loads the client’s cart. During the pandemic, only the gloved personal shoppers touch the food. FOOD FOR HOMEBOUND Folk who prefer not to leave home or have no transportation may call Terri Andersen between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. to make arrangements for a home delivery. Her cell number is 320-298-2863. Anyone willing to volunteer as a food delivery driver (within the Grantsburg School District) may also call Terri at that number. Steve Briggs is Secretary/Treasurer for the Grantsburg Area Food Shelf Board of Directors.

CORRECTION A story published last week titled 11 ticketed for underage drinking was unclear about criminal charges. Brandon Peterson was ticketed for adult permitting underage drinking. The Sentinel regrets the error and apologizes for any apologizes for any confusion or misunderstanding it may have caused.

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“The Burnett Dairy Cooperative and our member farmers recognized an opportunity to make a difference during an extremely challenging time for our country and the dairy industry,” said Dan Dowling, CEO and president for the Burnett Dairy Cooperative. “Farmers have always been the backbone of the national food supply, so we felt a responsibility to marshal our resources—and a little ingenuity—to fight hunger in our communities by donating as much cheese as we can.” Burnett Dairy Cooperative and its member farmers are keeping to business as usual and donating cheese to food pantries, schools and nonprofit organizations supplying free meals. The cheese is being given to organizations based nearby the Cooperative’s Grantsburg headquarters, including in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area. As part of the effort, Chell Trucking, in Siren, is donating time and refrigerated truck space to help safely distribute the cheese to partners. “We would like to give a special shout out to Bruce Chell - Chell Trucking of Siren - and his driver Jay Wondra for volunteering to deliver cheese donations out to 19

The food shelf operates out of only 133 square feet in the Grantsburg Village Center. “Three of us working is best, and that’s all the help we have room for,” Andersen said.

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Bruce Chell and (left) Jay Wondra “We really appreciate his time and willingness to lend a helping hand,” the dairy said of Bruce Chell and his trucking company.

area schools, Catholic Charities and United Way St. Croix Valley,” the co-op wrote in a Facebook post. “These two are quite the team and we can’t thank them enough for their early mornings, many miles, and big hearts.”

Binversie told the Sentinel they have been getting inquiries on social media about helping schools and local food shelves. “We’re excited to be able to help out when we can, in any way we can.”

In 2020, the WDNR has reported six wildfires across Burnett County. According to the WDNR online database, the six wildfires have been in the Town of Anderson, Meenon, West Marshland, Oakland, Rusk and West Marshland. Four have been over the past four days. The largest of these wildfires was in the Town of Oakland and burned over an acre near Gorman Road north of County Road U. The general cause was cited as debris burning. In March the WDNR suspended all burning permits, “In order to protect the health and safety of the citizens of Wisconsin.”

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With Governor Evers extending the Stay at Home Order until May 26, the Siren School District has made the decision to move their high school graduation date for their seniors to Saturday, June 27. Because it is uncertain what lies ahead for Wisconsin, the district has laid out three options for the 27th in the event that there may or may not still be social restrictions in place. Option one: If all restrictions have been lifted, the graduation ceremony will take place in the large gym, like it always has in previous years and will take place at 1 p.m. Option two: Graduation can take place on the practice field outside at 1 p.m. Wayne Koball, associate principal, states that this is the more realistic option as it allows everyone to meet as a large group yet still

have some resemblance of social distancing. This plan is dependent on where the state guidelines will be at the time. Option three: Graduation can take place in the park under the pavilions in small groups. They would schedule times for the students and their immediate family members to attend their graduation. Koball says that the students would walk across a â&#x20AC;&#x153;stageâ&#x20AC;? and receive their diploma with limited attendees in a pavilion adjacent to the one being used by the graduates. The district has reached out to Chief Sybers and the Village of Siren to make sure the park facilities would be available on this date. No matter which option the district has to choose, Koball states that all three options will have online streaming options for those not able to attend the ceremony thanks to We Are Siren. One issue that the district has hit with moving the commencement ceremony

a boy in Clear Lake, Sherman Benson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Come fall, the turtles in the village migrate over to Mud Lake, which is their winter habitat. Papa and Sherman picked up the turtles, spun them around and hid them in the grass. They tucked them behind trees and attempted to get the turtles lost. The turtles still found their way over to Mud Lake and the boys were fascinated by the turtleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s migratory instincts. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Papa was simply marveled by the ways of nature,â&#x20AC;? Tia said. She said for her the experience has been quite similar. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have always loved nature, animals and the outdoors. Obviously it was a passion of my fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, so it trickled down to me.â&#x20AC;?

After graduating from the University of Wisconsin with a degree in Wildlife Ecology, Tia spent almost 20 years at The Nature Conservatory in the metropolitan Washington D.C. area. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I loved my years working there, but I grew weary of the international travel and I felt drawn back home to Wisconsin.â&#x20AC;? Next, she took a gig at Wisconsinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Public Plans Commission. She said that job enabled her to manage the Northern Forest, which she loved. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I felt like I made a big impact during those years,â&#x20AC;? she said. Nelson works with the Outrider Foundation and has developed a program on climate change. Tia said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It has been a chance for me to continue to make a difference. Whether it is working being dedi-

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is that some of the graduates will not be around to attend their own graduation on that date. One of the graduates will be at AIT in Missouri as a member of the Wisconsin National Guard. Koball said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have been in contact with their family and we are exploring options for them so they can receive their diploma and have a â&#x20AC;&#x153;ceremonyâ&#x20AC;? prior to deployment. If there are others that will not be able to attend on the 27th, the sooner you let me know, the more accommodating I can be.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;This whole process is a challenge, for all of us. There are no perfect times and no perfect plans. Stuff happens in life, and we adjust. I gave you my word I would give you a graduation.â&#x20AC;? He says it is important to stay in contact with the school during these times to stay up to date on graduation plans.

NELSON: Earth Day celebrates 50th anniversary CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

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cated to public service or working for a nonprofit, both of those callings are honorable. Certainly my fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life was similar. I always saw him more as a public servant than a politician, although he was a great politician. He felt an honorable calling to public service and I have felt that too.â&#x20AC;? Tia is exited for the upcoming anniversary of Earth Day. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My very first Earth Day I was barely 13-years-old. I spent the day picking up trash with my Junior High. This year for the 50th anniversary, I have produced a film to honor my fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legacy and inspire the youth of today to become involved in making a brighter future,â&#x20AC;? she said. Nelson feels honored and grateful to keep her Papaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legacy going.

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Two birds, one Buick

e had some lovely spring weather awhile back and y’know how every spring there seems to be an abundance of birds out and about. As I made my daily trek to the office I was just minding my own business and these two birds met their fate. These two were intertwined (probably hanky panky reasons) and they flew directly into the front end of my car. A sudden thud and that was sadly how those two birds met their end. I am fairy certain they were Robins. I got to work to check out the front end of my car and everything seemed fine. But I’m no mechanic, so who knows. The Buick LeSabre drives like a boat and is designed Sentinel like a tank. So it’ll be fine. Also, my car turns 23 years old Editor this year. It knows it’s own capabilJonathan Richie ities, right? This isn’t our first run-in with wild animals. Some of you might remember last year around this time when my Buick LeSabre and a deer met on a dark road somewhere between Cumberland and Siren. There were two doe crossing the road as I was traveling about 50 mph. My initial thought was that they were perfectly spaced, and I could split the difference with my car. I was wrong. The first deer lived to enjoy another day but the second did not stand a chance. She stuck her head out and just blew up my headlight. So, watch out for those mating birds as it gets warmer out. And deer – always keep an eye out for those deer. I was lucky and there was no damage done to my Buick, but I can only imagine if it was two of those sandhill cranes.

Other Randomness What would sports be like played in empty arenas? The short answer is - I don’t care - I just need sports back in my life. Every year I’ve been on this planet I have taken comfort in being able to turn on the tv between April and September to turn on a Milwaukee Brewers game. Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases said that sports can come back under strict circumstances. These include; nobody in the stands, players staying in hotels and weekly testing of players. It’s not ideal, but it will bring us back to some sort of normalcy. And this could be the year the Brewers head back to the World Series. Gotta question? Gotta tip? It’s easy to contact me, give me a call at 715-463-2341 or shoot me an email editor@burnettcountysentinel.com.

The same, but different

e’ll meet again Don’t know where, don’t know when But I know we’ll meet again some sunny day Keep smiling through Just like you always do ‘Til the blue skies drive the dark clouds far away — lyric, “We’ll Meet Again” by Ross Parker and Hughie Charles That tune, popular during World War II, has been finding its way into my head lately. The classic torch song was written in 1939 as the war escalated in Europe. From the My late father Arved (aka “The Publisher’s Chief”) used to listen to a local Desk radio station Sunday mornings after church and before dinner. Tom Stangl Sponsored by and announced by a d car dealer, d l songs like “We’ll Meet Again” that used were popular with the greatest generation were played in between announcements of anniversaries, birthdays and of course, used car listings. The Chief loved the show because he heard songs from his youth, got caught up on people he knew and was able to give his family opinions on the merits of the cars on the dealer’s lot. I may have mentioned this before, but I was known as a bit of a wiseacre in my youth. I believe I received a double dose of the sarcasm gene from my parents. In those days, I let many things go directly from my brain to my mouth, so I was quick to tell the Chief how lame I thought the “Car Tunes” program was. Like many things in the past, as I age I can better understand my parents now. I know the social distancing we are doing now is

best for everyone. On an intellectual level, I get it. On an emotional level, like many of you, I struggle with isolation from friends, family and loved ones. Music has a way of expressing sentiments more effectively than words. Songs can leave powerful memory markers to a place and time. I’m sure each of you have a song or two that evokes a memory when you hear it today. I can only imagine how the people felt when going through the separation of military service during World War II. The uncertainty, the longing and the real worry of death must have been stressful beyond description. On top of that, the folks who fought the battles of the homefront had to deal with shortages of food and clothing as well as uncertain employment. Many worked long hours producing items for the war effort, others did what they could by gathering scrap materials to be recycled or planting victory gardens. While I realize the current situation is far less serious than World War II, there are parallels. As a self-absorbed baby boomer, I now once again have a very small inkling of what it was like for my parents and grandparents and what they went though. I find solace and strength from this realization. I understand, I can and will, get through whatever is coming in the weeks and months ahead. I encourage you to do the same. It will be a sunny day when this has passed, and it WILL pass. 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.

JONATHAN RICHIE is the editor of the Burnett County Sentinel.

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REP. NICK MILROY

The Plan-demic shutdown is far beyond the political spectrum of Left or Right...it is now all about RIGHT vs WRONG. It is about preserving our precious liberty and rights. Democrats and Republicans both are out of work, they both buy groceries, they both have monthly rent or mortgage payments or had a business shutdown and more. Here is some additional info on political parties from a fairly creditable source: “However [political parties] may now and then answer popular ends, they are likely in the course of time and things, to become potent engines, by which cunning, ambitious, and unprincipled men will be enabled to subvert the power of the people and to usurp for themselves the reins of government, destroying afterwards the very engines which have lifted them to unjust dominion.” ~ George Washington Burnett and Polk counties have far fewer cases of COVID-19 than some of the southern counties. Check out the Wisconsin county data…particularly for Burnett and Polk counties: https://www.

dhs.wisconsin.gov/covid-19/county.htm Residents of Polk and Burnett counties do not need the governor to tell us to: 1. Wash hands with hot water & soap. 2. Practice social distancing. 3. Wear masks to help protect ourselves and others. 4. If sick, stay home and call the clinic Our rights are being taken at an alarming rate and our economy, small businesses, jobs and retirement funds are being totally obliterated. Take a minute to send your elected representatives a message to open up less affected counties in Wisconsin. Share the following link with others you know. https://action. wisconsinfirearmscoalition.org/ action/re-open-wisconsin/?fbclid =IwAR3UjI9RQAkUpU4aorsr8FM hk10PmrtSBBxFS3S5UNimFkSz WfsUTu7yFg4 Respectfully, Leon Moe, Luck

Time to re-call Governor Evers for misuse of power? Executive orders aren’t mentioned in the state constitution and have only scattered references in statute with no real definition. Madison and Milwaukee are not the State of Wisconsin. NW Wisconsin is very rural and our Town Chairmen, Village Presidents, and or City Mayors are the closest to the people. Why didn’t you ask or survey them? Your virus order to sequester the whole state, has the effect of corporal punishment. Historically it has been used on adults, particularly on prisoners and enslaved people. Send people back to work and the children back to school ASAP. Characteristics of Effective

Leaders. Leaders, “Listen” to those they serve for both content and emotion. Leaders, “Evaluate” what is heard to weigh its importance and priority. Leaders, “Advocate” for those they serve, and also survey them. Leaders, “Decide” what is in the best interest of all, at any given time. Leaders, “Excite” their groups to follow-through. Leaders, “Results” are shared with all. Good communicators, use all forms of media to get their points across. How About Leadership S = Serve by, H= Helping, I= Improve, P= People’s lives. All of Wisconsin deserves a better leader. Rich Hess, Trade Lake

Many of us have recently developed a renewed appreciation for the outdoors as we have found ways to keep our bodies active and minds calm during these unprecedented times. Despite all the uncertainty that we are facing, spring is still on our doorsteps, bringing with it the hope of greener trees and warmer weather. Nature continues to provide us Nick Milroy with beauty, nourishment, and opportunities to Representative learn and explore. With the 50th anniversary of Earth Day approaching, I felt it appropriate to reflect on the holiday’s founder, our environmental achievements over the last year, and places where we have opportunities to do more to protect the environment. If you have visited me in Madison, you might have noticed a portrait of Gaylord Nelson in my office. Nelson is the founder of Earth Day, former governor of Wisconsin, former State and United States Senator, and lifelong leader on environmental issues. His portrait acts as a regular reminder of the need to advocate for policies that protect Wisconsin’s natural resources and increase appreciation for the outdoors. Believing people would want better for the earth if they knew more about it, Nelson wished to create an entire day devoted to learning about the environment. This idea came to fruition on April 22, 1970, when Earth Day was observed for the first time. Nelson continued pursuing his passion for conservation even after holding office as a public servant, and he went on to be awarded the Presidential Medal of Honor for his lifetime of environmental achievements. His legacy inspires me to continue his fight to preserve the environment, ensuring the enjoyment of Wisconsin’s pristine beauty for future generations. THE YEAR OF CLEAN DRINKING WATER With over 15,000 lakes and more than 12,600 rivers and streams throughout the state, Wisconsin’s waters are an integral part of our culture. Governor Evers declared 2019 the Year of Clean Drinking

Water, thus renewing Wisconsin’s commitment to science, the environment, and public health. This declaration sparked a year-long bipartisan effort to improve water quality in which the voices of people across the state played a crucial role. The Water Quality Task Force was formed with the goal of bringing lawmakers from both parties, experts, and concerned Wisconsinites together to find ways to protect the state’s valuable water supply. The task force held public hearings throughout the state, gathering information from communities across Wisconsin. After listening to a diverse range of stakeholders and working collaboratively, the task force introduced 13 bipartisan clean water bills, several of which I proudly co-authored.

GREENER WISCONSIN, SAFER ROADS As someone who commutes throughout Douglas, Washburn and Burnett Counties as well as to and from Madison, I understand the importance of making improvements to our crumbling infrastructure so travel can be both safer and more efficient. However, it is also important that the burden of repair not fall only on Wisconsin residents when utilized by people nationwide, particularly those who have made investments in environmentally friendly vehicles and wish to see a cleaner, greener Wisconsin. Last year, Wisconsin residents who went to register or re-register their hybrid and electric vehicles were shocked and disheartened after learning they would need to pay a $75 dollar surcharge. This fee is in addition to an already established $100 fee which unfairly penalizes Wisconsinites for being environmentally conscious and choosing vehicles that minimize gas emissions. Wisconsin residents should not be punished for making environmentally responsible decisions, and they shouldn’t have to choose between sustainability and better roads. This Earth Day, I hope that we are all able to take a moment to appreciate the outdoors. Every day, I am hopeful that we will be as resolute as Gaylord Nelson was about protecting our natural home. It is crucial for the success and safety of the great state of Wisconsin that we continue to push environmental protection forward.

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Webster woman admits being intoxicated, says Decorah climbed out of moving truck JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

Tara Lynn Appleton admitted to law enforcement she was under the influence of alcohol when Decorah Preston allegedly climbed on top of a moving truck and fell off and hit the ground. The Burnett County Sheriff’s Office reported, “Initial Autopsy results revealed that Decorah died from head injuries consistent with a fall from a moving vehicle.” Appleton, 31, WebAppleton ster, has been charged with First and second degree reckless homicide, homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle and hit and run – resulting in death, all four are felony charges. Information from the initial investigation suggest he was riding on top of a moving vehicle when he fell off and was left on the road for an hour, according to the Sheriff’s Office. According to the criminal complaint, Appleton admitting to drinking alcohol at a party and driving the truck that Decorah allegedly fell off of that led to his death sometime between March 29 and 30. She told law enforcement the incident began at the intersection of Eagle Feather Drive.

“Preston must have crawled out the window as she was slowing and he got on top of the truck,” the complaint alleges. “Appleton states as she started to accelerate from the stop sign, she saw Preston sliding down the front of the truck and rolled down and fell onto the ground.” Appleton told officers Decorah was bloody but was laughing and that he would not get up. She then, with help from Nathaniel Reynolds got Decorah in the bed of the truck and brought him back to the party. Appleton said when they returned to the house that Decorah fell when trying to get out of the truck and was left there. Authorities then asked if she had been drinking that night and if she was driving under the influence. “Appleton stated of course she was under the influence of alcohol when she was driving,” the complaint stated. The narrative in the complaint says on March 30, Burnett County dispatch received a call from a woman saying Preston Decorah was laying in her driveway on Eagle Feather Drive in the Town of Sand Lake. St. Croix/Hertel First Responders arrived on scene and believed Decorah had suffered from head trauma. He was then transported to Spooner Hospital and later to Regions Hospital where he died.

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Burnett County Deputies were in the process of interviewing witnesses. One woman told authorities Decorah “had been at her house drinking and he had left the residence with Tara Appleton and Nathaniel Reynolds.” She continued to say she saw Decorah laying in her driveway around 8:35 a.m. when she then called 911 to report it. Reynolds, 30, Webster, and Elijah Benjamin, 21, Webster have since both been charged with Duty to aid victim or report crime, a class C misdemeanor, according to online court records. The complaint continues to say a pair of witnesses showed authorities evidence of communicating with Decorah throughout the evening. Officers with Burnett County Sheriff’s Office spoke with St. Croix/Hertel First Responders who said the call came in at 9:17 a.m. and they observed Decorah laying on the side of the driveway, covered in blankets, about halfway between the house and the road.

Decorah’s breathing was shallow, he had dried blood around his mouth and first responders noted what looked like a bruise around his right eye. First degree reckless homicide is defined as “Whoever recklessly causes the death of another human being under circumstances which show utter disregard for human life.” It is a class B felony and carries a maximum sentence of 60 years in prison. Second degree reckless homicide, a class D felony is “Whoever recklessly causes the death of another human being” and carries a maximum sentence of $100,000 fine and possibly 25 years in prison. Homicide by intoxicated use and hit and run – resulting in death are both class D felonies with the same penalties. Appleton remains in the Burnett County Jail and is scheduled to have her preliminary hearing April 28 in front of Judge Melissia Mogen.

Pair charged in Decorah death JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

Two individuals were charged in Burnett County with not reporting the bodily harm in the death of Preston Decorah. Elijah Benjamin, 21, Webster, and Nathaniel Dane Reynolds, 30, Webster have both been charged with Duty to aid victim or report crime, a class C misdemeanor. The maximum penalty for the pair is a $500 fine and a possible 30 days in jail. State Statute says, “Any person who knows that a crime is being committed and that a victim is exposed to bodily harm shall summon law enforcement officers or other assistance or shall provide assistance to the victim.” There are now three people being charged in the death of Decorah in March.

Tara Appleton, 31, Webster, was arrested March 30 for causing death by intoxicated use of a motor vehicle and reckless homicide. Decorah, 27, of Webster was found lying in a driveway in Hertel March 30 around 9:15 a.m. A 911 call was made and the caller was unable to wake Decorah, according to the BurBenjamin nett County Sheriff’s Office. According to online court records, Appleton is facing four felony charges including 1st Degree and 2nd Degree Reckless Homicide, Homicide by Intoxicated Use of Reynolds Vehicle and Hit and Run involving death.

Siren offering DMV services JONATHAN RICHIE SENTINEL EDITOR

The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has largely scaled back their in-person services due to COVID-19. They are mainly handling commercial driver licenses at the DMV in Siren, 24248 State Road 35/70. However, some DMV services can be taken care of at the Siren Police Department. The Siren Police Department has offered DMV services for years. “We can transfer ti-

‘We can transfer titles, issue license plates for cars, light trucks and motorcycles.’ Chris Sybers Siren Chief of Police tles, issue license plates for cars, light trucks and motorcycles,” Siren Chief of Police Chris Sybers said. They can also renew most registrations, but not motorhomes or trailers, and they can duplicate titles. Other vehicle related services can be handled online.

“And we have the paper forms if you’re not able to access the online forms or it’s not working for whatever reason,” Sybers added. DMV services at Siren PD are available from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Siren Village Hall, 24049 1st Ave.

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Evers extends Safer-at-Home through May, schools to close for remainder of school year GOP discusses lawsuit that could go to Supreme Court JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

Governor Tony Evers has extended the Wisconsin’s Safer-at-Home order until May 26. It was met by backlash from Republicans and is likely headed to the Supreme Court. Evers has directed Department of Health Services (DHS) Secretary-designee Andrea Palm to extend the order. There are a number of changes to the original order including Evers directing public and private K-12 schools to remain closed for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. “A few weeks ago, we had a pretty grim outlook for what COVID-19 could mean for our state, but because of the efforts of all of you, Safer at Home is working. That said, we aren’t out of the woods just yet,” said Gov. Evers. “As I’ve said all along, we are going to rely on the science and public health experts to guide us through this challenge. So, as we extend Safer at Home, I need all of you to continue doing the good work you’ve been doing so we can keep our families, our neighbors, and our communities safe, and get through this storm together.” “Before we lift Safer at Home, the steps of testing and more robust public health measures must be in place,” explained Secretary-designee Palm. “These steps will help us reduce the risk of a second wave of the virus. If we open up too soon, we risk overwhelming our hospitals and requiring more drastic physical distancing measures again.” Shortly after the announcement, Republican legislators were quick to point out that the Gov. Evers’ emergency powers last 60 days and after that the state legislature would need to extend any further action.

Evers declared a public health emergency on March 12 and Republicans believe those powers will run out on May 11 and not May 26, when the Safer-at-Home was extended to. However, the secretary of health services has separate powers and no defined time limit State law states the Department of Health Services “may close schools and forbid public gatherings in schools, churches, and other places to control outbreaks and epidemics.” State Senator Tom Tiffany of Hazelhurst, he also is the Republican candidate for the 7th Congressional District, went to Twitter to explain the issue. “Last week, @GovEvers deflated the hopes of people across Wisconsin with the announcement of shutting down the state through May. Most people understood constraining their lives through April 24. Unfortunately the Governor provided no plan for the future,” Tiffany wrote. He added, “This week, the Legislature will provide leadership and an optimistic new direction for the people of our great state. The power grab by a career bureaucrat with no past ties to Wisconsin will be challenged. A plan to safely and responsibly reopen will be created.” State Senator Alberta Darling of River Hills told a Milwaukee TV station that they will be going to the Supreme Court. “People are really desperate, we’re losing jobs,” Darling told WITI. “There’s so many people who file for unemployment. It’s just very, very frightening. We have to get Wisconsin back to work.”

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Additions to Safer-at-Home Order BUSINESSES AND ACTIVITIES RAMPING UP SERVICE AND OPERATIONS: Public libraries: Public libraries may now provide curb-side pick-up of books and other library materials. Golf Courses: Golf courses may open again, with restrictions including scheduling and paying for tee times online or by phone only. Clubhouses and pro shops must remain closed. Non-essential Businesses: Non-essential businesses will now be able to do more things as Minimum Basic Operations, including deliveries, mailings, and curb-side pick-up. Non-essential businesses must notify workers of whether they are necessary for the Minimum Basic Operations. Arts and Crafts Stores: Arts and craft stores may offer expanded curbside pick-up of materials necessary to make face masks or other personal protective equipment (PPE). Aesthetic or Optional Exterior Work: Aesthetic or optional exterior law care or construction is now allowed under the extended order, so long as it can be done by one person. SAFE BUSINESS PRACTICES: Safe Business Practices for Essential Businesses and Operations: Essential Businesses and Operations must increase cleaning and disinfection practices, ensure that only necessary workers are present, and adopt policies to prevent workers exposed to COVID-19 or symptomatic workers from coming to work. Safe Business Practices for Retailers that Essential Businesses and Operations: Retail stores that remain open to the public as Essential

Businesses and Operations must limit the number of people in the store at one time, must provide proper spacing for people waiting to enter, and large stores must offer at least two hours per week of dedicated shopping time for vulnerable populations. Supply Chain: Essential Businesses and Operations that are essential because they supply, manufacture, or distribute goods and services to other Essential Businesses and Operations can only continue operations that are necessary to those businesses they supply. All other operations must continue as Minimum Basic Operations. OTHER CHANGES INCLUDE: Schools: Public and private K-12 schools will remain closed for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. Local parks and open space: Local health officials may close public parks and open spaces if it becomes too difficult to ensure social distancing or the areas are being mistreated. Travel: People are strongly encourage to stay close to home, not travel to second homes or cabins, and not to travel out-of-state if it is not necessary. Tribal Nations: Tribal Nations are sovereign over their territory and can impose their own restrictions. Non-tribal members should be respectful of and avoid non-essential travel to Tribal territory. Local government must coordinate, collaborate, and share information with Tribal Nations. Duration: The changes in this order go into effect on April 24, 2020. The order will remain in effect until 8 a.m. on May 26, 2020.

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Residents asked to remain at primary residence JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

Wisconsin and Minnesota have instituted their own stay at home orders. Governors Tim Walz of Minnesota and Tony Evers of Wisconsin have both encouraged residents to avoid non-essential out-of-state travel. In response to concerns from citizens they have both expressed the opinion that people should stay at their primary residence and not go to secondary homes or cabins during this time of social distancing. “Consistent with federal guidance and to protect our neighbors, Minnesotans are encouraged to stay close to home and are strongly discouraged from engaging in unnecessary travel,” the Minnesota order states. “People are strongly encouraged to stay close to home, not travel to second Julie Fox homes or cabins, and Northwest Regional Tourism not to travel out-ofSpecialist with the Wisconsin state if it is not necesDepartment of Tourism sary,” Gov. Evers said

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in a statement. This may be difficult to grasp for a region that relies on tourism throughout the year, but especially as the calendar turns from Spring to Summer. Last year Julie Fox, Northwest Regional Tourism Specialist with the Wisconsin Department of Tourism, gave her annual report to the Burnett County Board of Supervisors “Tourism plays a vital role in Burnett County,” Fox said. “Water and outdoor recreation, trails, parks, golf courses, historic sites and attractions, all work together to draw travelers to the area.” According to the Wisconsin Department of Tourism, there was a total of over $38 million impact on the Burnett County economy in 2018. “Tourism in Burnett County supports 373 jobs with a personal income of $7.3 million supported by visitors to the county,” Fox said. Tourism is vital for the entire state. Travel Wisconsin states that in 2018 a total of $21.6 billion was earned in total business sales from tourism across the state. There was $13.3 billion in spending linked to tourism. The State had approximately 112 million visitors in 2018. The Sentinel reached out to Fox’s office for tourism numbers for 2019, but did not recieve any response.

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MADISON––On May 26, when the current Stay at Home Order ends, the challenges facing Wisconsin in fighting the Coronavirus will essentially be the same as they are today, with no vaccine available. According to experts, a vaccine will not be widely available for 12 to 18 months. Wisconsinites cannot live under a Stay at Home Order for the next 12 to 18 months. The safety of our customers and employees is the most important factor moving forward. Without protecting their safety, we have no viable business. Today, many businesses are open and safely serving the public. We can learn from those businesses and create a responsible, safe model for a soft reopening of Wisconsin’s taverns, restaurants and supper clubs on May 1st.

We urge Governor Evers to adopt a responsible Safe at Work policy for Wisconsin’s hospitality industry and customers. Let’s work together to reopen Wisconsin’s taverns, restaurants and supper clubs while taking the important steps to protect the safety of employees and customers. Safe at Work would include; • All employees required to wear masks and gloves • Practice social distancing of 6 feet • All tables 6 feet apart • No tables of more than 6 people • Reduce on premise capacity by 50% • Outdoor eating and drinking with 6 feet distancing permitted • No salad bars or self-serve buffets • Eliminate paper menus • Eliminate all table condiments

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Taking a swim in the Menominee AN OUTDOORSMAN’S JOURNAL MARK WALTERS

Hello friends, To the best of my memory until this past week I have only had two experiences on the Menominee River in Marinette. The first time was when I canoed the entire Menominee River back in about the year 2000 and ended my trip at Marinette. The other was when I hiked on the ice from Marinette to Green Bay and then north to Gills Rock on the Door County peninsula. Both of those experiences were in my quest to travel the entire state of Wisconsin by foot or canoe! This past week I returned to Marinette, specifically the Menominee River to fish the walleye run out of my canoe. This would be a 100-percent learning experience and as you will find out a very memorable one at that. Friday, April 10 High 51, low 24 I had to do some research to find a comfortable place to launch my rig and hide out when not fishing and was I ever impressed when I came to Menekaunee Harbor which is a beautiful area of refurbished waterfront that was cleaned up in a big way about a decade ago. I would spend just about two days in this area and the usership by walkers, bikers and fishermen was incredible. So, here is my plan, I am going to paddle troll with my 17-foot canoe on the Menominee. I have rod holders mounted on a 2x6. Generally, I pull one crankbait straight back and put a planer board on the other so that it goes off to the right or left

a ways. I have electronics, I sit just back of the middle of my canoe on a tote and on the 2x6 I attach a propane lantern which helps to make sure I can see and that other fishermen that sometimes go very fast in boats, can see me. Something that is very cool about this style of fishing is that just about every boat that I pass while paddling I get to talk to the fishermen inside of it. Today the weather was beautiful, and many fishermen were catching true hogs, including one fella who caught a 30-incher as I passed by him. It was his first “30” and was he ever happy. I had to paddle upriver a couple of miles to get to the highway 41 bridge which is an area where a lot of people fish and I stayed in this area until long after dark, I was really impressed with the people that I was fishing around. On the journey back to my truck I had a strong head wind, a lot of current and because I had forgot to bring some aluminum foil to partially block out the light from the lantern I was kind of blinded. I hid my canoe on the shoreline and slept on the front seat of The Chevy Hotel. Saturday, April 11 High 53, low 27 I was on the water before sunrise and I have to tell you, I learned a lot yesterday and if I was fishing with a boat, I would have caught some big numbers of walleye. Today I paddle trolled and also anchored and used minnows and tossed crankbaits. There was a major change which usually signals the

ending of the walleye run and that is that many fishermen were snagging suckers. On the second place that I anchored which was just upriver from the highway 41 bridge I caught a 25-inch walleye which made me extremely happy. The catching was slow, so I moved to another spot and then another. I was double anchored and sitting on the tote facing down river in very hard current while wearing chest waders. I was bringing in a fish and feeling really good about life as I swiveled around to grab my net when somehow the canoe rocked, and I literally fell out of it. There was a host of witnesses and I was in a bad situation. I learned a long time ago to think and act as soon as crap hits the fan because in this case the 45-degree water temp combined with chest waders is not your friend. I grabbed the canoe above me, reached over to the other side of the canoe with my other hand to counter my weight and did the smoothest lunge of my life and just like that I was back in my rig and fishing. My pole and fish were gone but a fair trade for my life. Actually, five minutes later I saw a piece of mono filament line caught on a rivet. I slowly pulled in one end and it had a 15-inch smallmouth bass on it. I pulled in the other end and there was my rod and reel. Like the true redneck that I am, I stayed on the water for three more hours and when I made it back to my truck, I literally had one heck of a time getting out of my canoe. Live until ya die! Sunset.

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Kitten season is just around the corner! HSBC is currently expecting over a dozen kittens of all colors to be ready for new homes in the next few weeks. Like our spokes-kitten, Tink, HSBC kittens are fuzzy, friendly, and ffun! They are sure to bring sunshine into your b gloomy day. g HSBC relies on foster v volunteers to help raise tthese young ones. Somettimes, the work involves b bottle feeding, but it alw ways includes socializing w with these babies to make ssure they are confident a and playful members of Tink society. This time of year, the shelter typically sees an influx of pregnant moms and new babies. If you can help by fostering a family, go to the HSBC website to fill out a pre-adoption questionnaire and write “foster” in where it asks which pet you are interested in. If you are looking for a more mature feline friend, take a gander at Dax! Dax is a dapper black shorthair who sports a small white ascot and bright gold eyes. This two-year-old, 10-pound guy is friendly and good with kids. Dax is super laid back and does not seem to let anything get him riled up. He would love to chill with you during binge-watching time! Other cats still waiting at HSBC include: • Eva: Six-year-old brown tabby female. Dax Sponsored. • Sophie: Six-year-old brown tabby female. Sponsored. • Lacey: One-and-a-half-year-old gray and white female. • Tina: One-and-a-half-year-old brown tabby female. • Charcoal: Three-year-old black male. HSBC would love to find foster or permanent homes for all of these cats to wait out Safer at Home. If you are not in the position to provide a home, please consider a cash donation. Cash donations help with shelter expenses like utilities, routine vet care, and supplies. You do not even have to mask up and leave the house! Donate funds from the website or Facebook page from the comfort of home! HSBC hopes our community is staying safe and healthy and appreciates your continued assistance and support! HSBC information—7410 County Road D, PO Box 621, Webster, WI 54873. Telephone: 715-349-2368. Email: rescue.hsbc@gmail.com. Website: www. hsburnettcty.org. Facebook: www.facebook.com/ humanesocietyburnettcounty.

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Hallie Jensen, Meg Rod, Violet Ohnstad and Brittanie Blume broke an 18-year-old Grantsburg school record in the 4x800 relay in Siren ﬁve years ago this week.

Flashback: Lady Pirates break school record at Siren Previously published on April 22, 2015 At the track meet Thursday night was the breaking of a 18 year-old record by the Grantsburg High School girls 4X800 relay team. “We knew they were close, so we messed with the order they ran,” coach Kim Hallberg laughed. “I think we’ll stick to this order for the rest of the season.” It was a team comprised of Hallie Jensen, Meg Rod, Brittanie Blume and Violet Ohnstad. “That was on an asphalt track so we’re thinking if we get them in

spikes and run on a rubber track, maybe the record will fall again,” she continued. “Mr. Amundson (athletic director Mike Amundson) is going to wait until the end of the season to put up their number.” The Pirates finished 5th out of the eight teams at the meet. “We had a lot of successes at the Siren meet,” Hallberg noted. “We had 18 personal records (PR) at Spooner and then even more at Siren.” Delia Labatt, in her first-ever attempt at the 400-meter dash, came away two seconds shy of the school record.

“She gutted out a 62 (1:02.3) and the record is 60,” the coach remarked. The Pirate long distance runners brought home a pair of firsts. Hallie Jensen, in a time of 12:48.33, won the 3200-meter run. Brittanie Blume crossed the line eight seconds ahead of a runner from SCF to win the 1600-meter run, The girls 4X200 relay team of Taylor Byers, Danielle Bertelsen, Labatt and Rod finished fourth in a time of 2:03.7. The team of Janessa Bonneville, Blume, Byers and Bertelsen finished third in the 4X400 relay race in a time of 4:50.

STEVENS POINT–The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association Board of Control will discuss the membership’s options for the remainder of the spring sports seasons and for summertime regulations at its scheduled meeting on April 21 via video conferencing. Gov. Tony Evers extended the state’s Stay at Home order until May 26, 2020, and ordered all public and private K-12 schools to remain closed for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year in an announcement made today. In accordance with Gov. Evers’ new directive, all interscholastic training, practices, scrimmages and contests remain suspended. The WIAA postponed all athletic participation following an executive order issued by the governor on Friday, March 13 that closed all public and private schools on March 18. The Executive Staff has discussed the best and worst case scenarios with the possibility schools may close for the remainder of the school year. Those will be reviewed with guidance from the Board of Control to determine the best course of action. Last week, the University of Wisconsin-Madison announced it extended the cancellation of campus events through June 30, 2020, which eliminates the possibility of conducting the WIAA State Tournaments scheduled at campus venues this spring. Those events impacted were Boys Individual and Team Tennis Tournaments scheduled at Nielsen Tennis Stadium on June 4-6 and June 12-13, respectively; the State Boys Golf Championship at University Ridge on June 15-16; and the State Softball Tournament at Goodman Diamond on June 11-13. The Stay at Home order and the closure of schools are in response to the information available regarding COVID-19 and efforts to prevent the spread of the disease.

Rice Lake Speedway 2020 racing season continues on hold ED REICHERT

RICE LAKE–– Along with many of the events scheduled for our state and country, the 2020 racing plans for the Rice Lake Speedway remain in a state of flux. According to speedway co-owner Dave Adams, “We continue to take things on a week by week basis and keep monitoring the situation for updates.” The speedway is still scheduled to open for the racing season on Saturday night, May 2 but as the days pass,

that date seems less and less likely to happen. With the Governor's recent announcement of the Badger Bounce Back Plan and the criteria involved with the progressions of that program, it seems unlikely that racetracks will receive the go ahead to start their racing seasons before the Safer at Home Order timeline is reached on May 26. However, the track is still preparing to respond if that order is altered or other developments occur that would allow an earlier starting date.

Race fans should continue to monitor the speedway face book page and other media outlets for updates as to when the season does in fact open. If racing doesn't occur until after Memorial Day, a minimum of six nights of racing will be lost including two appearances by

the WISSOTA Late Models. One thing that fans can expect is a completely altered race schedule for the season from the one originally developed long before this Pandemic occurred. This new schedule will be released as soon as possible once the season opener can be officially determined. As always, specific questions about the Rice Lake Speedway should be directed to owners Dave Adams at 715-205-2861 or Mitch Hansen at 715-2051122.

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OBITUARIES

John H. Taylor

Brandon C. Grabow

Johannes Henricus van den Tillaar

John “Big John” H. Taylor, age 61, a resident of Webster passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2020. John was born on June 15, 1958 in Frederic to parents, Eugene and Dorothy (nee Pierce) Taylor. On June 3, 1978, John married tthe love of his life, Connie at the courthouse in Grantsburg. John c sspent 28 years as owner and operator of Taylor Paving. In 2018, e he sold the business and was h llooking forward to retirement. John was a member of the Hertel Fire Department. He was H known as North Stickman for k the Warrior Society at Big Sand t Lake. L We could safely say that John loved hunting season! He would look forward to it all year. It could have been for the thrill of finding that illusive monster buck that likes to play hide n seek or the new gun or bow needed to bag this buck, or perhaps the wool pants that came on in November and stayed on until April. Pretty certain it was the tradition of Mom Taylor cooking breakfast for all the hunters so they could meet and strategize their attack of the day. The boys had to be sent out on a full stomach because the six sandwiches and enough snacks for a kindergarten class just wouldn’t do it. Everyone knew he loved motorcycles, Harley’s to be exact. He loved riding them, building them, and also collecting them. I’m sure his wife was always thrilled to add to the collection. But more than the love of the hunt or the ride, he loved and treasured his family. His wife he liked to tease and call Old Hen, his beloved children, Cra Cra Erica and Stevie Boy. And those nine grandkids didn’t just spoil themselves, they had a wee bit of help from Papa. He loved spending time with his brothers, sisters, and lifelong friends Earl, Bowen, Wade and O’Malley. John was preceded in death by his father, Eugene and sister, Barb Rivard. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Connie; children, Steven (Nika) Taylor and Erica (Matt Ramstrom) Taylor; grandchildren, Anna, Alex, Seth, Josh, Damien, Mason, Cash, Knox and Krew; sadly missed by his mom, Dorothy Taylor; brothers, Donald (Jeanne) Taylor, Joe (Julie) Taylor and Mike (Kate Murtaugh) Taylor; sisters, Trisha (Jamie Carroll) Olson, Dorothy (Donald Karpenske) Taylor, Vonnie (Eric) Wilkie, Jackie (Gregg) Baasch and Michaela (Vern) Lowe; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com.

Brandon C. Grabow, age 37, a resident of Siren passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2020. Brandon was born on August 12, 1982 in Forest Lake, Minn., to parents, Stephan and Susan Grabow. Brandon was a 2000 graduate of Webster High g School. He went on to atS ttend St. Paul Tech College ffor painting and became a union painter. On August 26, 2006, Brandon A married Amanda at Bethm any Lutheran Church in a Siren. In his free time, he S enjoyed fishing, hunting, e ssnowmobiling and watchiing the Chicago Bears. He was preceded in death by his grandparents. Brandon will be missed by his wife, Amanda; sons, Brayden and Ashton; father, Stephan (Teresa); mother, Sue (John) Sevelius; siblings, Lisa (John) Schultz, Shawn Swanson, Tim (Kristy) Grabow, Jeremy (Deanna) Grabow, Phillip (Rachel Messerschmidt) Grabow, Steven Fletcher and Bryan Fletcher; fatherin-law, Corey (Renee) Nelson; mother-in-law, Jocelyn (Simon) Williams; brother-in-law, Tyler Nelson; sisters-in-law, Gina (Adam) Kromrey and Maren (Michael) Foti; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com.

Johannes (John) Henricus van den Tillaar, 92, formerly of the Danbury/Webb Lake area, died peacefully April 15 in hospice care near Monticello, Minn. John grew up in Eindhoven, The Netherlands, where he met the love of o his life, Catharina (Cathy) Neutkens. He served with N the t Dutch Army during WWII and married Cathy in W 1951. The two immigrated to 1 Winnepeg, Canada in 1956 to W join Cathy’s sister and then to j St. Paul in 1962. John was an S iron worker for many years i until retiring to their home in u northern Wisconsin where he n enjoyed watching sports on e TV, playing cards, woodworkT ing, and ushering Mass at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. He was also an ambulance driver for Webb Lake when Cathy served as an EMT. Preceded by his parents, Albertus and Elisabeth, and his wife Cathy. John has one living sibling, Tonny (Garry), in the Netherlands. He is also survived by sisters- and brothers-in-law and many nieces and nephews. There will be no service, per John’s wishes. Arrangements by Peterson Grimsmo Funeral Chapel.

Janice Ann (Nichols) Mettler

Janice Ann (Nichols) Mettler, age 83 of Hertel passed away on Tuesday April 14, 2020. Janice was born May 7, 1936 on a little farm west of Forestburg, South Dakota to John Nichols and Anna (Ronnie) Nichols. She married Raymond Clyde Mettler on Oct. R 55, 1957 and moved to Wisconsin. To this union three children T were born, Aldo John, Waniw tta Ranae, and Marty Eugene Mettler. M Her husband Raymond died in Sept. of 1977. She later married S her brother-in-law, Robert Dale h Mettler. M She was preceded in death by first husband Raymond in 1977 and second husband, Robert in a 1999; parents, grandparents, and late relatives. She will be sadly missed by her children, Aldo John, Wanita Ranae, and Marty Eugene; along with other relatives and friends. A private service will be held. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences can be made at www.swedbergtaylor.com.

More Obituaries appear on pages 14 and 15 RECENT DEATHS March 24, 2020, Beverly Ann Swenson, 80, Village of Luck.

Virginia M. Coyour Elken Virginia M. Coyour Elken, age 85, a resident of rural Frederic, passed away and entered eternal life on Monday, April 13, 2020. Virginia was born on December 23, 1934, in Polk County to her parents, Elmer and Hilda Huser. She was a llovingly known as Mom, Gramma Gin, or Virginia. G For over 40 years, this great lady worked as a g farm wife, raising five f children, milking cows, c performing a multitude p of farm chores, and still o finding time to bake a ccake each day. On the Coyour farm, Virginia alC ways had fresh baked bread and cinnamon rolls. Even more notable were the many award-winning pies she baked. Everyone had their favorite— butterscotch, cherry, lemon, banana cream— every family celebration was made memorable with a special request of one of Virginia’s baked pies. In retirement she continued to always have chocolate chip cookies or a pan of bars ready for anyone stopping by. Virginia lived to love and serve her large family, always ready to pull up a chair for a game of 500 or UNO and attend athletic games of her children and grandchildren. Her favorite activities included roller skating, dancing and reading. She also loved to get dressed up and go out to lunch, often wearing red, her favorite color. She was also very active in the Lorain United Methodist Church and a long-time member of Ladies Aid. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Donald “Bud” Coyour; daughter, Barb Schultz; grandson, Dustin; and her brother, Harold Huser. She will be sadly missed by her daughters, Donna (Dave) Grindell; Connie (Christopher) Engstrom; sons, Rod (Robert Einweck) Coyour, and Doug (Laura) Coyour; grandchildren, Casey Christianson, Mitchell (Kelsie) Coyour, Ashley (Chad) Crosby, Abby (Ryan) Johnson, Jena (DJ) Ryan, Eli Hayes, Ethan Hayes, Randy (Amanda) Carlson, and Tanesha Carlson; her great grandchildren, Kanaan, Brach, Justus, Fletcher, Chase, Morgan, Joyel, Ryker, Newtyn, Esme, Nora, Nell and Lewis; special sister-in-law, Dolores Huser; along with nieces, nephews, many relatives and dear friends. Virginia’s family gives special thanks to the caregivers at Christian Community Home of Osceola. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com.

Debra K. Amerine

Debra K. Amerine, age 64, daughter of long-time Grantsburg resident Pearl Anderson, passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 6, 2020 after a two plus year battle with non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (cancer). She leaves behind her mother Pearl Anderson; husband Dennis Amerine; daughter Jennifer; and a host of loving family. God’s grace be with them all.

CLASSIFIED Notiﬁcation of Employment Opportunity Grantsburg School District

Physical Education Teacher Online, Part-Time (.25-.50 FTE), iForward Schools, Grantsburg School District.

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Job Description: This position is for a part-time Physical Education Teacher for the 2020-2021 school year serving students in grades 6-12. Our school continues to grow and this position would be part-time at 25 to 50%. Qualiﬁcations:

iForward Wisconsin's Online Charter Schools (grades 6-12) is seeking an innovative and creative Physical Education Teacher. Our school continues to grow and this added position would be part-time approximately 25-50%. We are in our 13th year of providing the best online education possible for Wisconsin’s youth. Applicants should have the appropriate Wisconsin Licensure for Physical Education or the ability to obtain the certiﬁcation. Candidates should be a positive, team-oriented person that will help continue and expand what has become a solid physical education program for learners in grades 6-12. Flexibililty and excellent communication skills are necessary. Strong references for this position are essential.

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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. 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.

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Apply online via WECAN: https://wecan.education. wisc.edu/#/ on or before May 13, 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

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Lois Mattson ((Baker) k ) Lois Mattson (Baker), age 97, a resident of Frederic passed away Saturday, April 18, 2020. Lois was born Dec. 2, 1922 in Marietta, Minn. to Frank and Nellie Baker. On May 28, 1944, Lois married Albert Mattson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Mattson; parents Frank and Nellie Baker; brothers, James and Samual Baker; sister, Mil-

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KINDERGARTEN THRU GRADE 4 Position: Seeking Elementary Teachers for 20202021 school year. Knowledge of effective classroom management, forward-thinking pedagogy, and instructional best practices are essential. Ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of developmentally appropriate teaching practices, will understand and incorporate literacy skills into the daily routine, and will be familiar with current state standards. Strong technology skills and a willingness to work in a collegial environment, as a collaborative team member, are a must. Experience with personalized learning, growth mindset, and trauma-informed practices is a plus. QualiƂcations: Must be kind, caring, and have a deep understanding of child development. Candidates must hold Wisconsin licensure 1777 or 1088 to teach elementary aged students. How to Apply: Qualiwed, interested persons should apply by completing a WECAN Application online at https://wecan.education.wisc.edu/#/. Application Deadline: Until Filled EOE Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.

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HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS AND PHYSICS TEACHER Position: One full-time position serving grades 9-12, beginning with 2020-2021 school year. The Unity High School Mathematics curriculum consists of courses ranging from Pre-Algebra through Calculus as well as Physics courses, using the College Preparatory Mathematics (CPM) curriculum. Coaching and/or advisory positions are also available. QualiƂcations: The applicant must possess excellent leadership, team, interpersonal and communication skills. Expertise and/or experience in reading, coteaching, Response to Intervention, science industry or alternative education benewcial but not required. All math certiwcations encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be an excellent communicator with students and collaborate well with colleagues. Qualiwcation to teach AP PHYSICS is preferred. Requirements: Applicants must have appropriate DPI licensure or working towards Broad Field Math and Physics. How to Apply: Qualiwed, interested persons should apply by completing a WECAN Application online at https://wecan.education.wisc.edu/#/. Please upload to WECAN your resume, transcripts, and three (3) letters of recommendation. Application Deadline: Until Filled EOE Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.

dred Anderson; and grandson, Jamie Bonnichsen. She is survived by son, Jerry (Denise) Mattson of Mount Morris, IL; daughter Ann (Daniel) Bonnichsen of Cedar Rapids, IA; grandchildren, Tina Reinke of Oregon, IL; Dawn Mattson of Wheaton, IL; Julie (Todd ) Putzstuck of Belvidere, IL; Danny (Susan) Bonnichsen of Center Point, IA; Lisa Bonnichsen of Cedar Rapid, IA; Jeremy Bonnichsen of Cedar Rapids, IA; great grandchildren: Serena Bonnichsen (Dustin) of Center Point, IA; Savanna Bonnichsen ( Chris) of Center Point, IA; Caleb Reinke of Oregon, IL; Bo Putzstuck of Belvidere , IL; great great grandson, Braxtyn Bain of Center Point, IA; along with other relatives and friends. A private family committal will be held at Oak Grove Cemetery in Webster. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com.

HELP WANTED The Village of Grantsburg Housing Authority – Crexway Court

Executive Director Job Description: Handle day-to-day operations in a small, friendly office with a focus on efficiency and the wellbeing of the tenants. The Director will be responsible for carrying out administrative procedures within the parameters of HUD policies, inventory control, and office staff supervision. We’re looking for a individual who doesn’t mind wearing multiple hats. Qualifications: Experience in Office Management necessary . Preference will be given to those who have worked previously with HUD. Microsoft Office and QuickBooks knowledge required. Respect and regard for elderly and vulnerable adults a must. Deadline: Until Filled For more information: Contact Penny at Village of Grantsburg Housing Authority 715-463-2475 vogha@grantsburgtelcom.net

More Obituaries appear on pages 13 and 15 Thermal Plastic Design, Inc. A Precision Custom Injection Molding Company Specializing in Engineering Polymers Seeking a qualified candidate for the position of:

OPERATOR / QA INSPECTOR BACK-UP 2nd shift Hours 3 P.M. to 11 P.M. Job Description: Tend molding machine and secondary equipment used in production. Performs assembly operations. Assure product is produced to customer specifications and satisfaction by applying inspection skills to read and follow inspection procedures and to document results. General Responsibilities: Production _ Read and follow routing instructions. Observe product being produced for visual defects. Responsible for proper packaging, labeling, and floor dispositioning of completed product. Responsible for accurate counts. Document scrap totals throughout the shift and enters in IQ. Assist in setup of Auxiliary equipment. Transfer information to oncoming shift. Perform all job responsibilities in a safe manner. QA _ Perform in-process inspections using inspection techniques and equipment per applicable work instructions and written procedures. Work closely with and provide production support per shift supervisor’s requests including training production workers to recognize quality issues. Maintain a neat and orderly and efficient method of operation within the QA inspection department. Identify and promote new and different methods for inspection and production that increase productivity or safety by using corrective actions/process improvements. Additional responsibilities: Backup for Receiving Inspection, calibration, first articles. Physical Requirements: performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands occasionally climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close visions. Competencies: Ability to read and write English. Ability to use basic math. Items on this list will be verified or demonstrated through satisfactory completion of the defined probationary period.

T.D.I. offers Competitive wages and excellent benefits. Qualified applicants can apply in person or by sending a resume to: Thermal Plastic Design, Inc. 1116 East Pine Street St Croix Falls WI. 54024 Attn: H.R. Manager • Email: hr@tdimolding.com View us on line: www.tdimolding.com

Village of Grantsburg Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

NEWSPAPER FUN ANSWERS (This week’s puzzles on page 12)

We are Fans of Baseball!

Baseball players must be the richest athletes in the world! Why? Because they always play on...

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Who Are These Baseball Players?

First Set: 1. C, 2. E, 3. B, 4. A, 5. D

Second Set: 1. B, 2. E, 3. D, 4. C, 5. A

Baseball Teams - Add Them Up! A a A’s 1. Oakland + = Oakland __________ a a A

Focus and fire!

2. Minnesota + 3. Boston Red +

4. Los Angeles +

= Minnesota

Twins __________

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9 M

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We’re nutty for baseball!

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Angels ____________

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Yuck! I’ll have to order a different L plate next time.

CLASSIFIEDS

APRIL 22, 2020

BURNETT COUNTY SENTINEL

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The deadline for all ad copy is Monday at noon

Criminal Justice Studies Instructor Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College Rice Lake Campus Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College is seeking a learningfocused, creative and dynamic Criminal Justice Studies Instructor at the WITC Rice Lake Campus. An instructor’s primary purpose is to design instruction and assessment in an engaging environment. WITC Instructors teach in a discipline area in which they have specific training and competence. Instructors are expected to foster learner success, assess learner achievement, and continually improve learning opportunities. Instructors teach in a variety of learning environments including face-to-face, online, web-conferencing, and hybrid classrooms. Instructors are expected to continually improve the overall quality and delivery of learning, including the support of program and collegewide initiatives. For a complete job description, list of qualifications, and to apply: Visit our website at: https://www.witc.edu/about-witc/employment

Deadline to apply: May 4, 2020 WITC is an Equal Opportunity/Access/ Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and Educator TTY 711

Notiﬁcation of Employment Opportunity Grantsburg School District

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burnettcountysentinel.com 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. Notiﬁcation of Employment Opportunity Grantsburg School District

Job Description: This position is for a Full-time Online Special Education Teacher for the 2020-2021 school year serving students in grades 6-12. Qualiﬁcations:

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.

Job Description: This position is for a part-time Technology Education Teacher for the 2020-2021 school year serving students in grades 6-12. Qualiﬁcations:

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. A willingness to learn technology skills, and the ability to apply the skills in the classroom are necessary. Strong references for this position are essential. 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.

Requirements:

Contact:

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

More Obituaries appear on pages 13 and 14

2 openings for Part-Time Online Art Education Teachers, iForward School, Grantsburg School District.

Job Title:

Job Description: This position is for two Part-Time Online Art Education Teachers for the 2020-2021 school year serving students in grades 6-12. Qualiﬁcations:

Requirements:

Contact:

iForward Wisconsin's Online Charter School (grades 6-12) is seeking an innovative and creative art education teachers. We are in our 13th year of providing the best online education for Wisconsin’s youth. Applicants should have the appropriate Wisconsin Certification for art 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. Strong references for this position are essential. 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 art 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. 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.

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. How To Apply:

iForward Wisconsin's Online Charter School (grades 6-12) is seeking an innovative and creative technology education teacher. We are in our 13th year of providing the best online education possible for Wisconsin’s youth. Applicants with certiﬁcation in Tech Ed are strongly encouraged to apply. Courses taught include beginning and intermediate Plumbing & Electrical courses for our high school students and Solid Works with 3D Printing. Applicants should have the appropriate Wisconsin Teaching Licensure to teach students in 6th - 12th grade or ability to obtain the certiﬁcation and a strong background in Solid Works. 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. Strong references for this position are essential.

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. How To Apply:

Terrance “Terry” Erickson, also known as the “Trader”, age 74, a longtime resident of Webster passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2020 surrounded by those he loved. Terry was born in Grantsburg on April 16, 1946 to parents, Harvey and Pearl Erickson. Terry graduated from Grantsburg High School in 1964. He was an entrepreneur, always looking for another way to make a buck. His first business venture was owner of the DX station in Grantsburg. In the mid-70s, Terry owned and operated Oak Grove Supper Club, where his love of entertaining flourished. Terry enjoyed antiques, buying and selling many over the years. Later, Terry entered into the car business. As a partner at Larsen Chevrolet in Webster, he made many weekly trips to Colorado to buy cars at auctions. The highlight of his later years was spent working with his son, Ken at Affordable Auto Sales, between Siren and Webster and being a landlord of their rental properties. He was a people person, who loved to talk and spend time with family and friends. His philosophy was any good meal and conversation was complimented with a good vodka. Terry was preceded in death by his son, Matthew; parents, Harvey and Pearl; and sister, Marvel. He will be forever missed by his son, Kenneth (Maria) Erickson; grandson, Ashton; loving companion, Deb Mitchell and brother, Darwin (Diane) Erickson; along with other relatives and a host of friends that will forever remember his smile and laugh. A private family service will be held at the Lutheran/ Chelmo Cemetery in Meenon Township. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences can be made at www. Swedberg-taylor.com.

Technology Education Teacher Online, Part-Time (.50- .70 FTE), iForward School, Grantsburg School District.

Job Title:

Applicants should have the appropriate Wisconsin Certification for special education to teach students in 6th - 12th grade or ability to obtain the certification. Wisconsin Certification needed for this position includes- Cross-Categorical (1801), or Learning Disabilities (1811), or Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities (1830).

Requirements:

Terrance Erickson

Notiﬁcation of Employment Opportunity Grantsburg School District

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

Job Title:

OBITUARIES

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.

16 BURNETT COUNTY SENTINEL

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VILLAGE OF GRANTSBURG BOARD MEETING March 3, 2020 316 S. Brad Street, Grantsburg, WI 54840

Present: Village President Michael Longhenry, Trustees Diane Barton, Greg Peer, Russell Stone, Julie Roberts, Joe Sturdevant. Absent: Trustee Caylin Muehlberg. Others: Director of Public Works (DPW) Chris Bartlett, Deputy Clerk/Treasurer Allison Longhenry, Police Officers Joel Klatt and Bridget Getts, Beau and Dane Carey, Carey’s Ben Franklin/Radio Shack President Longhenry called the Special Village Board meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by President Longhenry, second by Trustee Peer to move ahead with the purchase and installation of a two camera Ring Security System with two solar panel power sources for the downtown area, with Carey’s Ben Franklin/ Radio Shack at a cost of $760. Motion failed on a 3 to 3 vote. President Longhenry, Trustees Peer and Roberts voted in favor of the purchase and Trustees Barton, Stone and Sturdevant voting against the purchase. Motion by Trustee Barton, second by Trustee Stone to convene into closed session to interview applicants for the Police Administrative Secretary position pursuant to Wis. Stats. 19.85 (c) “Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the government body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility.” Motion carried. Motion by Trustee Barton, second by Trustee Roberts to go out of closed session pursuant to Wis. Stats. 19.85 (2) and reconvene into open session. Motion carried. Motion by President Longhenry, second by Trustee Peer to allow Police Chief Wald to make the final decision and offer the job to either Lee or Vaksdal after he conducts further investigation. Motion carried. Motion by Trustee Barton, second by Trustee Sturdevant to submit Resolution #19-05 Petitioning the Secretary of Transportation for Airport Improvement Aid to obtain estimates for airport improvements, but to not sign any contracts until the Village is confident they are not responsible for costs in obtaining these estimates. Motion carried. Trustee Stone voted no. Motion by Trustee Sturdevant, second by Trustee Stone to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 p.m. Motion carried. Sheila Meyer, Clerk/Treasurer WNAXLP (April 22)

VILLAGE OF GRANTSBURG BOARD March 16, 2020 316 Brad Street S, Grantsburg, WI 54840 Present: Village President, Michael Longhenry, Trustees Diane Barton, Greg Peer, Caylin Muehlberg, Russell Stone, Julie Roberts, Joe Sturdevant Others: Police Chief, Dan Wald, Director of Public Works, Chris Bartlett Kristina Kelly-Johnson, Library Director President Longhenry called the Special Village Board meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. COVID-19 contingency plan. Motion by Trustee Peer, second by Trustee Longhenry closed the Community Center in conjunction with the school closure and plan to re-open April 6, 2020. Motion carried. Motion by President Longhenry, second by Trustee Barton to close the Village and Police Department Offices March 19, 2020 through April 5, 2020 and to post a notice on the door stating how Village Office staff and Police Department could be contacted upon board approval. Motion carried.

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING St. Olaf Wood River Cemetery Assoc. Wednesday, May 6, 2020 • 5:30 p.m. Bethany Lutheran Church (Branstad) PLEASE NOTE – DUE TO COVID-19, the meeting will be closed to the public. Board members (who will be practicing social distancing) will be discussing and approving the following: - 2019 ¿nancial report/2020 budget items - 2020 mowing and maintenance of cemeteries No new business will be considered at this meeting. WNAXLP

PUBLIC NOTICE Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity, a nonpro¿t corporation, will be submitting a pre-application to USDA Rural Development for a Housing Preservation Grant to aid low and very low income households in a four county area. As required, WRHFH is making its proposed Statement of Activities available for public review for ¿fteen (15) days from today's date. Any person wishing to make any comments may review the above mentioned Statement of Activities and make any comments or may review a copy of said activities at the WRHFH of¿ce located at 1357 N River Street, Spooner, WI 54801. WNAXLP

APRIL 22, 2020

Motion by Trustee Sturdevant, second by Trustee Stone to adjourn the meeting at 6:28 p.m. Motion carried. Allison Longhenry, Deputy Clerk/Treasurer WNAXLP (April 22)

VILLAGE OF GRANTSBURG BOARD March 23, 2020 316 S. Brad Street, Grantsburg, WI 54840. Present: Village President Michael Longhenry, Trustees Diane Barton, Caylin Muehlberg, Russell Stone, Julie Roberts, Joe Sturdevant, Greg Peer Others: Director of Public Works Chris Bartlett, Bob Rombach, We Are Grantsburg, Gary Strand, Cooper Engineering (by conference call) President Longhenry called the Village Board meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. President Longhenry thanked Bob Rombach from We Are Grantsburg, for broadcasting the meeting. Motion by Trustee Sturdevant, second by Trustee Barton to approve the contract from S E H to apply for a KnowlesNelson Stewardship Program grant from the WI DNR in the amount of $4,900 for the possible construction of a new campground located west of the existing campground. Motion carried. Motion by President Longhenry, second by Trustee Barton to approve the minutes of the following meetings as presented: February 10, 2020 Plan Commission, February 10, 2020 Village Board, March 3, 2020 Airport Committee, March 3, 2020 Special Village Board. Motion carried. Included in the Trustee’s meeting packets were Director of Public Work’s Report, Clerk/Treasurer’s Report, Cash Report, Fire Inspections, Burnett Co Administration Newsletter. Motion by President Longhenry, second by Trustee Barton to contract with Cooper Engineering for the Well #3 Manganese Removal System in the amount of $50,000, submission of a Safe Drinking Water Loan application to the WI DNR in the amount of $5,000 and to pay $8,000 to Water Surplus for rental of equipment to be used in a pilot program. Motion carried. Motion by Trustee Barton, second by Trustee Stone to approve the cleaning contract with Hank Java from April 1, 2020 to September 30, 2020 in the amount of $1,000 per month for cleaning the Village Office Building and Community Center. Motion carried. Motion by Trustee Barton, second by Trustee Muehlberg to appoint LouAnn Ebersold to the Plan Commission for a 3-year term to April 2023. Motion carried. Motion by President Longhenry, second by Trustee Muehlberg to accept the sale of 215 E. State Road from DGIGrantsburg, LLC to 611 N. Cogswell Drive, LLC as per the Developer’s Agreement for this property. Motion carried. Motion by Trustee Muehlberg, second by Trustee Roberts to open the James N. McNally campground as scheduled, but to keep the bathhouse closed for now considering the social distancing requirements with the COVID-19 outbreak. Motion carried. Motion by President Longhenry, second by Trustee Barton to approve the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan as presented. Motion carried.

Motion by Trustee Barton, second by Trustee Stone to approve payment of the following bills totaling $604,585.39. Motion carried. Village Board Meeting Motion by Trustee Sturdevant, second by Trustee Stone to adjourn the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Motion carried. Sheila Meyer, Clerk/Treasurer WNAXLP (April 22)

NOTICE OF THE BOARD OF REVIEW FOR THE TOWN OF GRANTSBURG NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Review for the Town of Grantsburg of Burnett County, Wisconsin, shall hold its ¿rst meeting on Thursday, the 14th day of May from 5:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. at the Town of Grantsburg Of¿ce and Hall, 216 South Oak Street, Grantsburg, WI. Respectfully submitted, Toni Carter Clerk/ Treasurer WNAXLP

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR IMPACT AID/AMERICAN INDIAN EDUCATION The Siren School District has scheduled a Public Hearing for Impact Aid/American Indian Education for Monday April 27th, 2020 at 5pm. The hearing will be held virtually on Zoom. Parents, guardians, Tribal community members and of¿cials are encouraged to attend and provide comments and recommendations regarding the Title VI American Indian Education programming. Tara Voss is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. A copy of the grant and/or a summary can be obtained by contacting Tara Voss. Comments can be presented in person or mailed prior to the meeting to Tara Voss, Title VI Director, at Siren School District 24022 Fourth Avenue North, Siren, WI 54872 or emailed to tvoss@ siren.k12.wi.us Topic: Title VI American Indian Education Public Hearing Time: Apr 27, 2020 05:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) SPECIAL NOTE: Due to the pandemic and to adhere to the DHS request for social distancing, we will be conducting the meeting via teleconferencing using the zoom platform and will not be allowing members of the public to attend in person. The DOJ has provided an opinion regarding public meetings as a result of the recent pandemic, which is what we are following at this point in time. If you would like to join our virtual meeting, please provide your phone number and email address to Tara Voss by 3:30pm on the day of the meeting. To provide this, the phone number to call is 715-349-2277 extension 418 or email tvoss@siren.k12.wi.us. WNAXLP

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUEST VILLAGE OF GRANTSBURG May 11, 2020 6:30 p.m.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUEST VILLAGE OF GRANTSBURG May 11, 2020 7:00 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: 07-131-2-38-19-22-1-02-000-014000). This public hearing will be held remotely. The public is invited to monitor the meeting by smartphone, computer or tablet online at zoom.us/join. If you would like to speak for or against this conditional use permit request, please call Sheila Meyer, Clerk/Treasurer at 715/463-2405 by May 10th, 2020 to be invited to participate in the public hearing. Meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88430060709 Meeting ID: 884 3006 0709. You can also dial in using your phone at 1-312-626-6799. 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 May 11, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. via a zoom meeting (see information above). The Plan Commission will meet remotely at 5:00 p.m. on May 11, 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 help joining the zoom meeting, please contact Sheila Meyer, Clerk/Treasurer, at 715-463-2405 prior to the start of the meeting. Dated this 17th day of April 2020

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 204 E. Madison Avenue, Grantsburg, Wisconsin. (Parcel ID: 07-131-2-38-19-14-5-15-031044100). This public hearing will be held remotely. The public is invited to monitor the meeting by smartphone, computer or tablet online at zoom.us/join. If you would like to speak for or against this conditional use permit request, please call Sheila Meyer, Clerk/Treasurer at 715/4632405 by May 10th, 2020 to be invited to participate in the public hearing. Meeting link: https://us02web.zoom. us/j/88430060709 Meeting ID: 884 3006 0709. You can also dial in using your phone at 1-312-626-6799. The property described above is presently zoned B-1 General Commercial District. Jerry Fiedler, owner and Derry Peterson, applicant are applying for this conditional use permit to operate of a hot rod restoration shop at this location. This use is conditional under the B-1 zoning. This conditional use permit will be contingent on Peterson purchasing the property. The public hearing will be held on May 11, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. via a zoom meeting (see information above). The Plan Commission will meet remotely at 5:00 p.m. on May 11, 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 help joining the zoom meeting, please contact Sheila Meyer, Clerk/Treasurer, at 715-463-2405 prior to the start of the meeting. Dated this 17th day of April 2020

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PUBLIC NOTICES

APRIL 22, 2020

BURNETT COUNTY SENTINEL

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The deadline for all ad copy is Monday at noon ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS The St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin are seeking bids for the construction of the Danbury Trail Project that includes the following major items of work: lighting, striping, gravel, asphalt paving, ADA ramps and other associated work. The contract documents with full bid advertisement may be viewed and downloaded at www.colemanengineering.com. Bids must be received by 4:00 PM (local time) on April 30, 2020 at the Coleman Engineering Company of¿ce, 200 E. Ayer Street, Ironwood, Michigan. Bids will be publicly opened and read out loud at this time. Prevailing wage rates WILL be required for this project.

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Legal notices are posted on the Burnett County Sentinel website each week

NOTICE OF THE OPEN BOOK FOR THE TOWN OF WOOD RIVER NOTICE HEREBY GIVEN that the Open Book Session for the Town of Wood River, Burnett County, will be held on Tuesday, May 12th, 2020 at the Wood River Town Shop from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. This session gives the property owner an opportunity to meet the assessor, ask questions of the assessor and look over their property assessments. Please call Ronald Meyer for an appointment (715) 232-9068. NOTICE OF THE BOARD OF REVIEW FOR THE TOWN OF WOOD RIVER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Review for the Town of Wood River of Burnett County will convene on, Tuesday, May 19th, 2020 at the Town Shop, Alpha from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Please be advised of the following requirements to appear before the Board of Review and procedural requirements if appearing before the Board: No person shall be allowed to appear before the Board of Review, to testify to the Board by telephone, or to contest the amount of any assessment of real or personal property if the person has refused a reasonable written request by certi¿ed mail of the assessor to enter onto property to conduct an exterior view such property being assessed. After the ¿rst meeting of the Board of Review and Before the Board’s ¿nal adjournment, no person who is scheduled to appear before the Board of Review may contact or provide information to, a member of the Board about the person’s objection except at a session of the Board. Open Book shall occur no less than 7 days prior to the Board of Review. The Board of Review may not hear an objection to the amount or valuation of property unless, at least 48 hours before the Board’s ¿rst scheduled meeting, the objector provides to the Board’s clerk written or oral notice of an intent to ¿le an objection, except that upon a showing of good cause and the submission of a written objection, the Board shall waive that requirement during the ¿rst 2 hours of the Board’s ¿rst scheduled meeting, and the Board may waive that requirement up to the 5th day of the session or up to the end of the ¿nal day of the session if the session is less than 5 days with proof of extraordinary circumstances for failure to meet the 48-hour notice requirement and failure to appear before the Board of Review during the ¿rst 2 hours of the ¿rst scheduled meeting. Objections to the amount or valuation of property shall ¿rst be made in writing and ¿led with the clerk of the Board of Review within the ¿rst 2 hours of the Board’s ¿rst scheduled meeting, except that, upon evidence of extraordinary circumstances, the Board may waive that requirement up to the end of the 5th day of the session or up to the end of the ¿nal day of the session if the session is less than 5 days. The Board may require objections to the amount or valuation of property to be submitted on forms approved by the Dept. of Revenue, and the Board shall require that any forms include stated valuations of the property in question. Persons who own land and improvements to that land may object to the aggregate valuation of that land and improvements to that land, but no person who owns land and improvements to that land may object only to the valuation of that land or only to the valuation of the improvements to that land. No person may be allowed in any action or proceedings to question the amount or valuation of property unless the written objection has been ¿led and that person in good faith presented evidence to the Board in support of the objections and made full disclosure before the Board, under oath, of all that person’s property liable to assessment in the district and the value of that property. The requirement that objections be made in writing may be waived by express action of the Board. When appearing before the Board, the person shall specify, in writing, the person’s estimate of the value of the land and the improvements that are the subject of the person’s objection and specify the information that the person used to arrive at that estimate. No person shall appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board of Review by telephone, or object to a valuation if that valuation was made by the Assessor or the Objector using the income method of valuation, unless the person supplies the Assessor with all of the information about income and expenses, as speci¿ed in the Assessor’s manual under Sec. 73.03 (2a), that the Assessor requests. The Town of Wood River has an ordinance for the con¿dentiality of information about income and expenses that is provided to the Assessor under this paragraph which provides exemptions for persons using information in the discharge of duties imposed by law or of the duties of their of¿ce or by order of a court. The information that is provided under this paragraph, unless court determined that it is inaccurate, is not subject to the right of inspection and copying under Sec. 19.35 (1) of WI statutes. The Board shall hear upon oath, by telephone, all ill or disabled persons who present to the Board a letter from a physician, surgeon or osteopath that con¿rm their illness or disability. No other person may testify by telephone unless the Board, in its discretion, has determined to grant a property owner’s or their representative’s request to testify under oath by telephone or written statement. No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone, or contest the amount of any assessment unless, at least 48 hours before the ¿rst meeting of the Board, or at least 48 hours before the objection is heard if the objection is allowed under Sec 70.47 (3)(a), WI statues, that person provides to the clerk of the Board of Review notice as to whether the person will ask for removal of a member of the Board of Review and, if so, which member, and provide a reasonable estimate of the length of time the hearing will take. Notice is hereby given this 22nd day of April 2020. Respectfully submitted, Town of Wood River Clerk, Marjean Legler

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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY

Official Notice Advertisement for Bids Asphalt Pavement

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Douglas Wayne Hart, Sr. Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 20 PR 15 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth June 3, 1939 and date of death January 1, 2020, was domiciled in Burnett County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 26868 Hopkins Road, Webster, Wisconsin 54893. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is July 14, 2020. 5. A claim may be filed at the Burnett County Courthouse, 7410 County Road K, Siren, WI 54872. /s/ Jennifer Faber Register in Probate/Juvenile Clerk April 15, 2020 Attorney Ryan M. Benson PO Box 370 Siren, WI 54872 715-349-5215 Bar Number 1036463 WNAXLP (Apr. 22, 29, May 6)

Pursuant to Wisconsin State Statute Chapter 985, notice is hereby given that the Town of West Marshland, Burnett County, Wisconsin, will receive sealed bids for the following project until 6:00 p.m. local time on Thursday May 14, 2020. Bids will be publicly opened at the Town Board meeting that starts at 6:00 p.m. Thursday May 14, 2020. This is a LRIP project # 16624. Project Description - Furnish and install hot mix asphalt on Galesky Rd approximately 1 mile (between Ferry Rd and Bistram Rd). The pavement shall be a minimum of 20 feet wide, 2 1/2 inches compacted thickness and 2% slope crown along with driveway bump outs. The road will be reclaimed by the township prior to paving. - Construction operations shall not commence before July 6 2020. Project shall be completed prior to September 30 2020. The work schedule will be a mutually agreed to by the town of West Marshland and the successful bidder. - Proof of insurance required. The Bidders unit price shall include all costs associated with producing, hauling and placing the material including, but not limited to, mobilizing and demobilizing labor and equipment required to produce, haul, and place the material; costs of quality control testing and reporting; cost to produce the material to the specifications; traffic control; cost of permitting, licensing and reporting as required; all overhead, profit and administrative costs; and any other incidental items required for the work specified. The work shall be completed in accordance with the latest edition of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Standard Specification of Road and Bridge Construction, Part 1 and Part 4. An Engineer’s certificate maybe required certifying the completed work meets DOT specification with a 10-year design life. For more information, contact Jeremy Burton, Town Chair at (715) 557-0033. The Town of West Marshland reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality in the bidding process or accepting bids which best serves the interest of the Town Please send sealed bids marked: “Galesky Road Work” to Jeremy Burton, Chairman, P.O. Box 612, Grantsburg, WI 54840 or deliver to the West Marshland Town Hall at the Monthly Town Meeting Thursday, May 14 at 6 p.m. WNAXLP

AD DEADLINE: Monday at Noon ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2020 ASPHALT PAVING Grantsburg, Wisconsin Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by the Village Clerk of the Village of Grantsburg until 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 7, 2020 at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud, for the furnishing of all labor and material for removal of existing pavement by pulverizing at a full depth of 3” and new 2.5” pavement on E. Benson Ave from Pine St. to Centennial St as speci¿ed below. The section of road is currently 20’ wide. We want to increase the width to 22’ wide. The entire project must follow all speci¿cations using the 2020 Wisconsin DOT Standard Speci¿cation for Highway and Structure Construction. Item

Approximate Quantity

Unit

Amount

Pulverizing of pavement and 2698 SY using it as base and hauling any extra for the village to stockpile. (full depth of 3”) Base repair for asphalt pavement Village has if needed base to use. Adjust manhole covers if needed

1 foot shoulder to be put on both sides of the road. INCLUDE BOTH OPTIONS: 22’ x 1214’ x 2.5” 1) Wis. DOT certi¿ed HMA 390 Tons Pavement type E-2.5 Hot Mix 2) Wis. DOT certi¿ed HMA 390 Tons Pavement type E-2.5 Warm Mix Contractor shall use and submit a job formula complying with current WisDOT speci¿cations. Contractor shall submit a record of recent test results. Contractor shall provide and maintain a quality control program. Quality control testing is required on total project quantities exceeding 500 tons. Temporary traf¿c control shall conform to the Manual on Uniform Control Devices (MUTCD) Current Edition, as modi¿ed by the Wisconsin Supplement. All material must be guaranteed to be as speci¿ed and all work is to be completed in a workmanlike manner according to standard practices. All labor and materials must be guaranteed against defect for one (1) year from date of acceptance by the Village of Grantsburg. Prosecution and progress: Work must be completed no later than October 1, 2020. For more information, please call Chris Bartlett, Director of Public Works, at 715-4632405 or 715-491-4541. Sealed Bids shall be directed to the Village Clerk securely sealed and endorsed upon the outside wrapper, “BID FOR 2020 ASPHALT PAVING.” Contractors on the project shall be required to comply with the minimum wages and labor standards as determined by the State of Wisconsin, Department of Workforce Development Wage Rate Determination. The Village of Grantsburg reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive irregularities and informalities therein and to award the Contract in the best interests of the Village. Sheila Meyer, Clerk/Treasurer Village of Grantsburg 316 S. Brad Street Grantsburg, WI 54840 WNAXLP

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APRIL 22, 2020

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Wondering about love Pastor Mike Peterson Formerly of Faith Lutheran

1 Cor. 13:13 – “And now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; and the greatest of these is love.” This summer you may hear this Bible verse read at weddings. I wonder…did Paul write this verse primarily for weddings, or for another audience? The nineteenth-century English preacher C. H. Spurgeon said this, “Faith goes up the stairs that love has made and looks out the windows which hope has opened.” St. Paul said, “…and the greatest

of these is love.” Jesus summed up the greatest commandment as ‘love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength…and love your neighbor as you love yourself.’ It would seem that loving others is an important activity for a follower of Jesus. I wonder: do you think love is really that great? As I re-read Walt Kallestad’s book, “Turn Your Church Inside Out: Building a Community for

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CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN CHURCH

FIRST BAPTIST

Pastor Tryg Wistad | 715-635-4816

TRINITY LUTHERAN

LAKESIDE COMMUNITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA

Jay Ticknor, Pastor | 715-689-2271

Mike Kleven, Pastor

Others” I couldn’t stop wondering… “ How can congregations best love others?” I think a good basis for evaluating congregations would be how well we love others. We usually evaluate congregations by size (attendance, budget, staff) or denomination (Baptist, Methodist, Catholic), but is that how God evaluates a congregation? What if God is true to His Word and evaluates congregations based upon how much we love others…

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Pastor Jay Ticknor | 715-463-5746

FREDERIC

especially the “least of these” (Matthew 25)? How would we stack up? My hope and prayer is that each congregation will spend time discerning what God’s will is for their ministry. I remind people to ask ‘God questions’ when they consider future ministry: What needs does God see in our community and world? May God bless your discipleship journey! This column was originally published May 1, 2019.

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Bryan Davis, Pastor

Rev. Randall Knauf, Pastor | 715-866-7321

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Scott Sagle, Pastor | 715-689-2541

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CROSSWALK COMMUNITY CHURCH (EFCA)

HERTEL

Father David Bauer | 715-635-8475

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ATLAS

Ferdinand B. Serra, Pastor

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Pastor Bill Schroeder | 715-635-7791

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CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST UPPER ST. CROIX PARISH Rev. Jenny Lee 715-463-2624

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Pastors Douglas Olson, Myron Carlson. Danny Wheeler & Ralph Thompson 715-349-8281

David Prince, Pastor | 715-327-8402 www.tradelakebaptistchurch.org

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TRADE RIVER

Gregory Ofsdahl, Pastor | 715-472-2605

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ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH Carl Heidel, Pastor 715-222-6712 | Council Chair: 715-244-3301

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

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Rev. Eddie Crise, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor 715-866-8646

SIREN

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Rev. Randall Knauf, Pastor | 715-866-7321

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MARKVILLE

GRANTSBURG

UNITED METHODIST

John Peterson, Pastor | 715-327-8384

Linda Rozumalski, Pastor | 715-472-2383

DANBURY 715-656-4010

LEWIS

Roger Kastelle, Pastor | 715-472-8190

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

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

CHURCH OF CHRIST 715-866-7157

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF WEBSTER

SIREN UNITED METHODIST

Jeff Jowers, Pastor 715-866-4111

Rev. Eddie Crise, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor 715-866-8646

FAITH LUTHERAN

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Interim Pastor Roger Pittman

BETHANY LUTHERAN

Doug McConnell, Senior Pastor Chris Radtke, Youth Pastor 715-463-5794

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ZION LUTHERAN

LUCK LUTHERAN

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Well wishes for Java made possible by Parker-Hanniﬁn employees

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Grantsburg Fire Department and employees of Parker-Hannifin organized a drive by for Mike Java, longtime Parker-Hannifin employee, as encouragement as he continues to battle cancer. Java and his family sat outside last week welcoming the Grantsburg Fire Truck followed by a long line of Parker-Hannifin employees.