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Speed change in Alpha on hold JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

Medical facilities tackling virus and other illnesses JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

Hospitals, clinics and medical facilities are on the front lines for the COVID-19 pandemic. While these facilities are handling those cases, they are also taking care of patients with non-virus-related illnesses. The Sentinel reached out to Burnett Medical Center (BMC) and St. Croix Regional Medical Center (SCRMC)

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) has decided to not raise the speed limit in the Alpha and the Town of Wood River. The Sentinel reported the initial change was set at making the road 55 mph all the way through Alpha on State Highway 70, according to statements made by public officials. Jennifer Berg of WisDOT, clarified at a meeting in February that the proposed speed limit was 45. Berg is a traffic engineer based out of the Eau Claire Office for WisDOT. However, Berg said the speed limit will not be changed right now and may be reassessed in the future. The decision on the speed limit will hinge on driveways and access points on highway 70. “Access and parking lot changes in progress at the dairy will impact travel speeds,” the report states. “Recommend collecting new data when these changes are complete and leaving the speed zone as-is for now.”

on how they are handling the current situation and what the public needs to know. Burnett County remains one of six counties across the state that does not currently have any reported confirmed SEE HOSPITALS, PAGE 2 SUBMITTED

Medical Staff from SCRMC have been overwhelmed by some letters they’ve gotten from area children.

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Pandemic locks out spring sports The WIAA announced the spring sports season is canceled due to COVID-19 concerns. Athletes losing ‘out on the last opportunity to play not only for themselves but with their teammates.’ Story on page 26.

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A DOT study showed most drivers speed through the Alpha section on STH 70.

A statewide survey showed that 35% of Wisconsin businesses think they will be forced to close their doors if economic conditions continue for more than three months during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Visions Northwest, one of nine regional economic development groups in Wisconsin, released the results recently. “The survey was conducted by Visions Northwest and the eight other regional organizations in the state along with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. (WEDC) and UW-Oshkosh

to assess COVID-19 business recovery ability and state and federal aid effort,” a press release stated. “It yielded nearly 2,550 responses from companies in 63 of the state’s 72 counties, covering the period April 1-10.” The results from the survey showed SEE BUSINESSES, PAGE 2

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cases of the virus as the state enters the second month of the safer-at-home order. “Like all hospitals and medical facilities, our focus is on the health and safety of patients and staff,” said Mellissa Solin of SCRMC. “COVID-19 has disrupted our day to day operations, but we will continue to follow necessary guidelines to return to more normal operations as soon as it is safe to do so.” Halle Pardun of BMC said they have similar guidelines in place for treating patients. “Per CDC guidance, Asymptomatic patients can present and be treated like usual,” Pardun said. “Depending on their symptoms they can utilize BMC’s walk-in appointments, schedule an appointment, or visit the Emergency Room if urgent needs are present.” She added, “If you believe you are sick with COVID-19 or think you might have COVID-19, please call ahead before visiting your doctor. Most people with mild symptoms are able to recover at home without medical care. Do not leave your home or visit public areas, except to get medical care if your symptoms worsen.” Pardun and Sollin agreed that if you believe you have COVID-19 with severe symptoms you should call 911 and advise the operator that you believe you have the virus. SCRMC has drive through assessments available seven days a week at the St. Croix Falls location. Sollin said symptoms will be

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BMC continues to see patients during the pandemic.

evaluated and then “the care team will make recommendations on any necessary tests or treatment.” BMC and SCRMC have seen in-person visits go down and are following CDC guidelines other and recommendations from medical professionals for when elective surgeries will be scheduled again. Both facilities are also offering telehealth options for patients. These visits allow patients to meet with their provider on a smart phone or other device while staying at home. Although some types of visits do require an in-person visit. More information on these services can be found at burnettmedicalcenter.com and scrmc.org. Medical professionals agree that this pandemic will pass, they do not know when but when it does facilities will continue providing essential care. “We believe the need to address several unforeseen challenges based on COVID-19 will require

patience until a vaccine is widely available, which experts consensus is not until mid-2021,” Pardun said. “Our number one priority is to focus on the health and safety of our patients and staff,” Sollin said. “We know that it will be a new normal once the pandemic passes and SCRMC will focus on innovative ways to deliver care.” “SCRMC is here for the community, we encourage everyone to focus on their health, practice proper hand hygiene, schedule telehealth appointments when needed and abide by the Safer at Home Mandate,” Sollin said. “We would like our patients, residents, and their loved ones to know that we appreciate their efforts in doing their part towards the pandemic while we continue to do our part,” Pardun said. “We appreciate all the support we’ve received and thank everyone for supporting their local hospital!”

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There are 13 driveways on the north side of highway 70 and nine driveways on the south side in the study area, which was defined as County Road Y and County Road M along highway 70. Berg wrote, “WisDOT’s philosophy is to set speed limits that are based primarily on the 85th percentile speed of the traffic stream.” The 85th percentile speed defines the speed that 85 percent of drivers will drive at or below under free-flowing conditions. “The 85th percentile speeds in the existing speed zone, ranging from 48.9 mph to 57.7 mph, are higher than the existing 40 mph speed limit,” the report states. There have been six documented crashes between 2014 to August 2019 in the studied region. WisDOT says all crashes were property damage only. One crash was attributed to a driver driving too fast “The other five crashes did not have speed as a contributing factor,” the report states. WisDOT opened their investigation after receiving a letter from the Town of Wood River Clerk Raylene Swanson on behalf of the Town. “(The Town of Wood River) believe simply shifting the speed zone can positively contribute to the overall safety of all traffic in the area.” Burnett County Highway Commissioner Mike Hoefs is also in favor of shifting the speed zone. He was also glad to know that the DOT was not, at this time, going forward with raising the speed limit. “I’m in favor of considering other measures to en-

‘There have been six documented crashes between 2014 to August 2019 in the studied region.’

hance safety such as adding a crosswalk between that Dairy and their employee parking lot on the north side of the highway as well as adding digital speed display signs on each end of the speed zone,” Hoefs told the Sentinel. “There continues to be discussions between the DOT and stakeholders on these potential measures. I think the DOT will allow the speed zone to be shifted if other measures are agreed upon.”

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8,795 jobs were lost in the first days of Wisconsin’s safer-at-home order and led to “losses of $126 million in income, $95 million in inventory, $26.6 million in lost wages and productivity income and nearly $404 million in other impacts.” According to the US Department of Labor a total of 16.8 million American workers have filed their initial claims for jobless benefits. In Wisconsin over 300,000 people have filed for unemployment since mid-March, when Gov. Tony Evers issued a public health emergency that closed non-essential businesses and shutting down a large section of the state’s economy. Visions Northwest Chairman Kelly Klein believes the results of this survey reflect the concerns felt in northwest Wisconsin. "We have seen first-hand that businesses are struggling with a wide variety of issues due to the pandemic and are uncertain what the future holds.” According to Klein, "Our regional businesses are going to need funding not only to get through, but also to help restart as we move forward." “The conditions reported here represent companies’ efforts to adapt to changing Missy Hughes conditions,” said Jeffrey WEDC Secretary and CEO Sachse, director of UWO’s Center for Customized Research and Services (CCRS). “These impacts are certain to rise when we revisit these companies in a month, two months and six months’ time. The assistance that these companies require and the effects felt throughout the state’s economy are both unprecedented and continuous.” WEDC Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes said the report “reinforces a lot of what I’m hearing when I talk with businesses and business leaders around the state." “Small businesses are being hit especially hard by the pandemic. WEDC has taken initial steps by creating the Small Business 20/20 assistance and unlocking federal disaster loans. Our Wisconsin Ready effort will provide additional guidance and resources as we begin our state’s recovery efforts.” Firms reported using a variety of approaches, including delaying payments and reducing inventories, as means of minimizing the impact of the crisis. “Responding firms suggested that their greatest immediate needs are access to greater liquidity in the form of low- interest loans, grants and access to customers. This closely mimics trends reflected in the national policy debate and recent surveys reported by the Federal Reserve Board and Small Business Administration,” Sachse said.

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Matt Haase, Grantsburg High School principal, met with their graduation committee which consists of approximately a dozen seniors last week to discuss some plans for graduation with the stay at home orders in place in Wisconsin. He discussed with the school board members at the meeting Monday evening some of the ideas they have been tossing around. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was an overwhelming consensus and you could see it on their face that there really is not a substitute for an in-person ceremony,â&#x20AC;? Haase said of the seniors. That forced them all into the conversation of the different possibilities and the different ways they could have an in-person ceremony with the restrictions in place that Wisconsin may or may not have in the upcoming months ahead. Haase said they have been tossing around three different possibilities to take place sometime between the dates of July 31-August 2. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would like to plan an in-person graduation ceremony with as many of the traditions as we can keep in place, possibly moving it to a venue where we can have more spacing and social distancing, possibly the football field,â&#x20AC;? Haase said. District superintendent Joshua Watt stated that the only issue with setting a graduation date later in the season is that the district has four students who are leaving for the military before then. Haase went on to say that one of those students has a leave date on July 12. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would love to celebrate with the individual with more of a family-type basis, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know what that looks like yetâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;? and school board member Chris Erickson jumped in with the idea of having that celebration being recorded. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You can video something and show it at the graduation so that he is a part of it.â&#x20AC;? Haase brought up the idea that he was also looking at an opportunity to deliver diplomas to the seniors on their expected graduation date of May 17. They would do this by meeting in the high school parking lot. Staff would be invited and at least three school board members so they could break into three groups in the parking lot. They would then take busses to deliver and gift the students their cap and gown and any ribbons or medals they would have earned. The students could then put on their cap and gown and do a video tape of a school board member awarding them their diploma. This would not be the virtual ceremony, but a video of the individual tapes could be put together in the future in the event that the in-person ceremony set for the end of July, be-

Siren School is moving forward with their graduation plans for June 27. Siren Principal Wayne Koball informed the school board Monday evening they will be having their graduation ceremony at Crooked Lake Park under pavilions in small groups of five graduates. Koball added that groups of five graduates will walk across the stage and receive their diploma. Immediate family members will be able to attend and others will be allowed to watch the ceremony from their cars. Wisconsinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s safer-at-home order states that school campuses must remain closed until June 30. It is unclear if Crooked Lake Park falls under that part of the order.

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In Memoriam In loving memory of Marjorie G. (Marge) Nelson, who passed away on May 2, 2019 We thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday, And days before that too. We think of you in silence, And often say your name. Now all we have are memories, And your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake, With which we'll never part. God has you in his keeping, We have you in our hearts.

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B(r)oiling my brussels

he perfect bowl of brussels sprouts is always paired with butter and heavy salt and peppering. Everybody knows this, right? As a kid, I was not a fan of these tiny cabbages. I think it’s because my parents, like most parents, wanted us to eat healthy as kids but I was rebel and was determined to live by my own rules. Brussels sprouts and lima beans were my least favorite green option growing up, although, I still don’t trust lima beans. Also, I’m pretty sure taste buds evolve. I used to dislike sauerkraut. But as soon as I can watch a baseball game again I will certainly have a bratwurst with some kraut on it and the world will be back to normal (I hope). Sentinel There have been columns in the past where I mention my relationEditor ships with this leafy vegetable. In Jonathan Richie response, I have gotten some recipe suggestions for how to handle brussels sprouts. I usually depend on boiling them. It’s quick and easy. But one reader asked me to try roasting them in the oven with oil. I tried it a few times, not a bad way to enjoy them at all. Over the last couple of weeks, I’ve had more time to practice these techniques. During the pandemic, most people have had to rely on cooking their food and I have used this opportunity to step up my game. Don’t get me wrong, I still rely heavily on frozen pizza, hamburger helper and tacos – I can make those meals with my eyes closed. Also, I can cook/make/ prepare anything that comes in a box with directions on the side. I am really good at following directions. I am a pretty good home cook. Breakfast is where I thrive; pancakes, oatmeal and all four ways to prepare eggs. (I only believe in scrambled, fried, boiled eggs and omelets. I understand they can be poached, but I would just rather eat sunny side up). Lunch is easy, I can make pretty much any type of sandwich. But dinner has been tricky. I’m trying to eat less red meat, not for any reason in particular. I had a box of instant rice in the cupboard, so I decided to make fried rice with it. After making my rice on Friday, the recipe said to use day-old rice, I started making the fried rice Saturday. I diced some onions, scrambled a couple of eggs, and then thought about using some brussels sprouts in them just to see if I can pull it off. But then decided it would be better to use the frozen peppers I had in the freezer. It was the right decision. However, I did half my brussels on Sunday and sautéed them on the stove with some butter in a hot pan. And of course, I used a liberal amount of salt and pepper. Don’t mess with the perfect formula.

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s we enter the second month of being on lockdown, there are signs that the extraordinary steps we have taken to isolate ourselves from the coronavirus are working. Rates of infection and death are down from the projections and flattening the curve worked. The changes in the way we live impacted nearly every aspect of our lives. These changes have been profound and historic. This time has affected, in one form or another, nearly every person. It’s difficult to measure the cost of the stay at home orders. It is simplistic to look to reduced earning power and From the Publisher’s lost jobs as the main sacrifice to the greater good, but it is foolish to disDesk count the very real financial impact to many, many businesses and families. Tom Stangl At the onset of the pandemic, media l lik hi newspaper were considered an essenoutlets like this tial service, meaning we could continue to operate as other businesses were forced to close. It’s been a difficult balancing act for us during the past month, working to bring the news you depend on while the advertising revenue we depend on has dwindled. We have kept things going, just like we did during two World Wars and in the aftermath of the terror attacks on September 11, 2001. But it is a lie to say things are anywhere near normal for our business. Like other businesses, we struggle to keep things going. As the federal government considers a second round of stimulus payments, the newspaper industry is making a case for consideration. We perform a needed service in our communities and would benefit from the government spending some advertising dollars with us, instead of Google, Facebook and Instagram.

These public service and informative ads could be similar to the ones running right now about the U.S. Census. They could carry critical government information about data from the CDC, access to small business loans, medical resources for families and other important topics. We’re asking for a commitment that would be spent in an equitable manner across all local news providers. We understand that this is an unorthodox request, but believe we have audiences that could directly benefit from the advertising. We feel this approach is mutually beneficial in the extraordinary times we are living in today. We would also like the government to offer tax deductions as incentives for subscribers and advertisers to continue supporting local newspapers. There seems to be a popular misconception that newspapers like us have always and will always be here. We are seen by some as a utility or a public service, always there and ready to do the work of informing the community and providing a check and balance on local government. I’m not sure who these folks believe are actually paying the bill for our staff, printing and postage. I believe some people believe “someone” is making sure our papers stay profitable. During the pandemic, we are grateful for the subscribers and advertisers who have been our “someones.” If you share our belief that newspapers are worth changes in tax code or consideration for public service advertising by the federal government, please contact your congressman and senators. We want to be here forever. We understand we may need some help to do so. Thanks for being here for us now. 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.

JONATHAN RICHIE is the editor of the Burnett County Sentinel.

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Assessing COVID-19’s impact on jobs in Wisconsin The Wisconsin Policy Forum’s analysis of sectors of Wisconsin’s economy most affected by recent COVID-19 business closures shows the workers most affected include many low-wage earners, and regions most affected include those with economies that rely on tourism. In six counties, at least one out of every four jobs depends on tourism, including three of the state’s most popular visitor destinations: Adams (covering a portion of the Wisconsin Dells area), Door, and Walworth (Lake Geneva area). The other three are in the state’s Northwoods (Vilas, Bayfield, and Sawyer). These are counties with high concentrations of jobs in accommodation, food services, entertainment, and recreation. These counties tend to have relatively small populations and job totals. While the state’s two largest metropolitan areas (Milwaukee and Madison) have smaller shares of jobs in these categories, large numbers of workers will still be affected. Milwaukee County has more than 88,000 jobs in entertainment and cultural venues, including Miller Park, Fiserv Forum, Potawatomi Hotel and Casino, and the Milwaukee Art Museum, which have all been shuttered. Further, average wages for jobs in

these sectors are substantially lower than the average across all jobs — roughly one-third the average among all jobs in Wisconsin. These jobs are also much more likely to be filled by younger workers, with 31.9% filled by workers under the age of 25 compared with 13.7% across all jobs. They are also somewhat more likely to be filled by women, racial minorities, and those without college degrees. The full range of economic impacts stemming from the COVID-19 crisis are not yet known and will be affected greatly by the duration of travel and social distancing restrictions and the pace of the pandemic’s decline. Nevertheless, these findings should be taken into account now that the federal government has taken initial action and state government considers additional relief for critical sectors of the state’s economy and for citizens in Wisconsin’s most vulnerable areas. This information is a service of the Wisconsin Policy Forum, the state’s leading resource for nonpartisan state and local government research and civic education. Learn more at wispolicyforum. org.

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My brother and sister-in-law are the parents of two adorable little boys—well, adorable most of the time. Last week, my sister-in-law, who is a busy RN nurse, posted on social media she was having a sweet moment at home sitting with their youngest who is two. Suddenly, he stood up and farted in her face with no warning. What? Wild Chow COVID-19 lockdown has many parents Lisa Erickson stressed to the max. Years ago this happened to me, but not during an epidemic. I have three boys. The good thing is, they only do it once. From a young age they learn from each other passing gas is funny and is at the top of the “fun” bodily functions list for boys under the age of 10. I’m sure parents reading can relate, but those who can’t probably have girls. My children are grown. I have a couple still in college, and home because of COVID-19. But they are self-sufficient and understand societal rules—most

of the time. They are still learning, and I am still teaching. My heart goes out to parents who are not getting a much needed break from your beloved younger-aged kiddos. Time to recharge is incredibly important. Parenting is the hardest thing a human being will do. We have to teach our children everything—like how not to fart in our face or anyone else’s, how not to take stupid chances, and to control themselves in all different kinds of situations. It’s exhausting. Thinking about the long-term parenting goals helps us make good decisions and from overreacting. We stop sweating the small stuff and focus on major issues like respect, honesty and empathy. That means we need to do all those things and guide our kids to do the same. It takes time and thoughtful insight to accomplish and have quality conversations with our kids whether they are two or twenty. I’d rather my kid make a mistake with me or under my tutelage than someone else who may be completely offended.

‘Why do some of us not listen to the science’ Dear Editor, The recent COVID-19 crisis and the backlash against Governor Evers’ Safer at Home Order, has gotten me thinking…why do some of us not listen to the science behind such an order? The topics of reopening the economy, the financial losses that most of us are experiencing, and the complaint that Governor Evers has overstepped his authority are all crucial issues. However, I would argue that they serve as a distraction to what is really critical, controlling the spread of this virus so that our healthcare systems and our communities are not overwhelmed. I would ask that each of us try to step back

and take a look at this pandemic from a much broader perspective. This is not a virus that has only disrupted our lives in Northwestern Wisconsin, or even Wisconsin for that matter. It hasn’t just affected our entire country. This pandemic has and will continue to disturb the entire planet and all of its residents for the foreseeable future. So, when I see people like Sheriff Waak, whom I presume is good and respected man, but not a scientist, publicly declare his dissent against the Safer at Home Order, I believe it goes beyond his right of free speech. To me, I hear such opposition as the equivalent of yelling

Prescription drug price reform Dear Editor, As candidates for President and Congress talk about their health care plans leading up to the elections in 2020, I believe it is critical that they focus on prescription drug price reform. While the nation is now appropriately focused on the Coronavirus pandemic, we also can’t forget about other health care priorities that continue to impact millions of Americans. Like nearly one million Americans, I have Multiple Sclerosis, a chronic and often debilitating disease. I depended on reliable access to a prescription drug to help me manage my condition and maintain a good quality of life. When I turned 65 and went on Medicare, I was shocked at the cost of my drug. The annual retail cost of my medication was now $83,500. Our out of pocket expenses would have been nearly $10,000completely unaffordable! With my husband’s support, I made the

frightening decision to stop taking the prescription drug that had kept me walking for 23 years. Currently, people with MS on Medicare Part D face out-of-pocket costs averaging more than $6,000 just for one MS drug therapy. For retirees on a fixed income, paying more than $6,000 just for their MS medications is a serious financial burden. We need a cap on out-of-pocket costs now. As candidates for President and other elected offices ask the people of Wisconsin for their vote, I urge you to consider their position on prescription drug price reform carefully. This problem isn’t going away, and voters should demand leadership and results from their elected leaders on an issue that affects the lives of so many. Elections matter and, together, voters who care about this issue can make a difference! Please choose to make a difference! Sincerely, Diane Whitcraft

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“fire” in a crowded theater. Why? Because the consequences of not abiding by the what we know is the best way to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, social distancing, are grave and irreversible. When people in positions of authority, use their influence to spread misinformation in an area in which they have no expertise, it is not only a misuse of that power, but it is very dangerous indeed. I strongly encourage Sheriff Waak, and others like him, to remain calm and follow the advice of the experts for the greater good. Respectfully, Renae Wright Danbury

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Prevent underage drinking: Have small talks New campaign gives adults the knowledge and tools to start talking with kids about alcohol

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The Holiday Station in Siren was selling gas for $1.34 – about 40 cents cheaper than the national average.

Gas prices continue to drop JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

Wisconsin has the lowest gas prices in the country, according to AAA. The average price for a gallon of regular-grade gasoline is $1.19 in Wisconsin and average for the country is about 60 cents more expensive. Last year at this time the average gallon of regular-grade gas was around $2.80 across Wisconsin. In Burnett County, gas is currently anywhere between $1.45 and $1.30 and those prices are expected to drop even more. Prices have dropped due to the pandemic forcing more people to no longer commute to work and oil prices continue to drop, prices went from $41 per barrel to $20 by the end of March, according to the Associated Press. The AP reported in April the U.S. oil futures plunged below zero as storage in the Dave Ernsberger country gets close to full. global head of pricing and “Almost by definition, market insight at S&P Global crude oil has never fallen Platts more than 100%, which is what happened today,” said Dave Ernsberger, global head of pricing and market insight at S&P Global Platts. “I don’t think any of us can really believe what we saw today. This kind of rewrites the economics of oil trading.” According to AAA, crude oil prices were extremely volatile last week, pushing negative for the first time ever, but they did make significant gains to end the week in the positive. “AAA forecasts that the national average will continue to decrease into next month, possibly dropping as low as $1.65,” said Nick Jarmusz, Director of Public Affairs for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “We haven’t seen gas prices that cheap since January 2009.”

‘I don’t think any of us can really believe what we saw today.’

In a major effort to prevent underage drinking, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) today launched Small Talks, a campaign to reduce the number of kids who drink alcohol before the age of 21. This statewide effort, unveiled in conjunction with Alcohol Awareness Month, encourages adults – especially parents and caregivers – to have short, casual conversations with kids starting at age eight on the dangers of underage drinking. “Underage drinking is a real problem in Wisconsin, and it starts earlier and can be more dangerous than you might think. But parents, loved ones, and other caring adults can make a real difference,” said DHS Secretary-designee Andrea Palm. “Research shows that adults are the most powerful influence on a kid’s choices about underage drinking. All you have to do is talk. There’s no big production necessary. You can have a small talk anytime, anywhere.” Many of these everyday oppor-

tunities to have a small talk are happening right now during the time spent at home during the COVID-19 public health emergency. Small talks can happen while watching a TV show, playing video games, and listening to music. Help a kid sort out what they see on TV, hear from friends, and hear from their favorite bands before someone hands them a drink. Despite recent success reducing underage drinking, there is an ongoing need to prevent it. According to recent surveys, in Wisconsin: • Sixty-five percent of teens have tried alcohol. • Nearly 42,000 high school students report trying alcohol by age 13. • Two out of three teens don’t see underage drinking as a risk. Underage drinking is risky. When youth drink alcohol, they can damage and even block the development of healthy pathways in the brain that shape how kids behave, feel, grow, and learn. Damage like that can have lifelong

emotional, physical, and social consequences. Visit the Small Talks campaign website – SmallTalksWI.org – for underage drinking talk facts and tips. Share your small talk moments on social media using #SmallTalksWI. Governor Evers has proclaimed April 2020 as Small Talks Alcohol Awareness Month in Wisconsin. Alcohol Awareness Month is recognized nationally every April. People of all ages are encouraged to take time this month to learn about the health and safety impacts of drinking alcohol. A series of new data dashboards on the DHS website provides the most up-todate data on alcohol use in Wisconsin and its consequences. People struggling with harmful alcohol use, or whose loved ones are struggling, can call the Wisconsin Addiction Recovery Helpline at 833-944-4673. This free and confidential service is staffed by trained specialists who offer information on local treatment services.

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Lake Michigan for Coho/ The 360 degree wind! AN OUTDOORSMAN’S JOURNAL MARK WALTERS

Hello friends, Here is the scenario. I am in a turkey blind, my computer is set up on a chair and I am hen pecking this week’s column to you while I hunt turkey which is the field work for next week’s column. Sunday, April 19 High 52, low 30 I am driving to Milwaukee with a canoe on the top of a truck that is about to hit 300,000 miles. I am going to paddle that canoe in Lake Michigan and catch a salmon. Tonight, I am going to sleep in The Chevy Hotel and the next day I will repeat the process and if I still have a heart beat I will drive home. When I left home there was a chilly west wind blowing and it was forecast over the next 24-hours to go from west to north to east to south and back to west. My extremely brilliant plan was to have the dangerous part of the wind blowing when I was resting in the wonderful accommodations of The Chevy Hotel. As I am driving in the Milwaukee area I noticed two things; One was that I simply do not fit in here and the other was that the wind was now blowing out of the north, no problem, I am Mark Walters and I can do anything. My destination is Bender Park which is near the Oak Creek Power Plant and my informants have told me that I could fill my canoe with coho, browns, and maybe even a king salmon. Looking at the waves that were being pushed by what was now a northeast wind I was thinking the only thing that I could fill my canoe with was water. Just a week ago I fell out of this canoe and into the Menominee River while netting a fish. Did you ever see a gun-shy dog when you pull a gun out and it sees it? I kind of have that problem since my recent baptism! So, I talk to three very wise fishermen who are trailering their boat, they tell me that they were the last boat on the water, and they were in a 22-foot Boston Whaler. I am told it is impossible to fish with the northeast wind. I have a brainstorm. I call my good friends Paul and Christine

Johnson who live in Kenosha. I have never been to Kenosha. Paul tells me that he thinks I could fish the harbor. I drive to Kenosha and am pleasantly surprised. For a city, it is very clean, quiet, and has lots of walkers and shore fishermen. I begin the job of rigging my 17-foot canoe and talk with many shore fishermen, brown trout is king in the spring and one fella I spoke with caught a 26-pounder two days earlier. I am working out of Simmons Island Marina and pulling three rigs. One has a dodger/fly combo and is on a right planer board. Another has a Flicker Shad and is straight back and the third has a spoon and is on a left board. I work this maybe 1.5-mile area and keep trying to paddle into the big lake, but the waves beat me back every time. No fish today! Monday, April 20 High 57, low 29 I hid my canoe in the marina and hid in my truck and the only folks that almost found me were three homeless guys. I was up at 3:45 this morning and would be using every type of light that I have so that boats with motors would not eat me in the dark. At 4:30 I am literally paddling out to sea and in this case, we are talking Lake Michigan. Naturally

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there is adversity, and, in this case, it is rollers from the east wind hitting my canoe from the east and a now southwest wind. My canoe is beat around like a feather in a solid wind and I am having a hard time paddling fast enough to move my lures at an appropriate speed. I am straddling a small cooler and sitting on my knees. This method guarantees loss of circulation from the neck down and lots of cramping. The wind has switched to the west and is blowing right down the harbor and is forecast to pick up big time any moment. I hear a woman yell out from shore “I thought that was you.” It is Christine Johnson, about the same time I get either a snag or a hit, it is a fish, I am in disbelief. I catch the fish and now I know I am invincible, I caught a coho out of my canoe. I make the extremely wise decision to paddle a mile south on Lake Michigan in a growing wind. No one knows the misery I am in, to anyone watching I looked like one tough dude fighting big waves. By the time I got out of the crazy stuff my arms were each two inches longer and I was fully aware that I have some form of mental health problem. Got my salmon! Sunset.

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We use words when we speak or write. We use them in songs, stories, poems, letters and speeches! We use words to tell others what we are thinking, how we are feeling or how things work. We use words for fun too! We love to “play” on words in jokes and riddles, and in other ways.

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cope with coronavirus issues. It can be helpful for a family member or friend to teach how to use these services and apps. At an assisted living program where I work part-time, I have been teaching seniors how to stay in touch with their family members and loved ones by using their smartphones and iPads. But the most important tool is the phone. Other suggestions include reaching out the old-fashioned way with greeting cards and letters, and sending text messages or emails with your photos and checking in. How can I avoid feeling anxious and remain engaged with others despite my age making me vulnerable to the virus? Offering your time to volunteer and help others in your community is helpful for handling anxiety and helplessness. Some volunteer programs can be done from home. When we reach out to others who may be even more isolated than we are, it is psychologically healing and calming. Humans generally feel better when they have a sense of purpose and a sense of control by taking action. Contact volunteer coordinators through volunteermatch.com or call your United Way office or senior center to find out about volunteering-from-home opportunities. Make gifts for people and get creative. Write, paint, knit, make crafts, cards, pillows or puppets. Find projects that are creative and rewarding, especially if it will cheer up someone else you love. Share podcasts, emails, calls and links about your favorite books, radio shows and movies with your loved ones and friends so they have more entertainment. Enjoy music and play all kinds of soothing and cheerful sounds to boost your mood.

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Preventing disease and staying healthy is a top priority for most Medicare beneficiaries. Over the past weeks the news headlines have been filled with reports about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). It’s important to know the facts, stay calm, and take precautions. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), some people are at higher risk for getting very sick from this illness. This includes older adults and people who have serious chronic medical conditions like heart disease, Diabetes, and lung disease. As people age, their immune system changes, making it harder to fight off diseases and infection. Underlying health conditions can also make it more difficult to cope with and recover from illness. That’s why the CDC is recommending that people who are at higher risk take the following steps: • Make sure you have access to several weeks of medications, food, and supplies in case you need to stay home for prolonged periods of time. • Stay at home as much as possible to avoid exposure to people who are sick. • When you go out in public, keep away from others who are sick, limit close contact, and wash your hands often. • Avoid crowds. • Stay up to date on CDC Travel Health Notices. You can also take everyday precautions to protect yourself and reduce the spread of the coronavirus as well as other illnesses. The CDC urges individuals to stay calm and follow these common-sense tips: • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially before eating; after going to the bathroom; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. • Stay home when you are sick. • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. If you have Medicare, you may be wondering about Medicare coverage of your needs related to COVID-19. Here are a few important points to note: • Medicare covers the lab tests for COVID-19 and you pay no out-of-pocket costs. • Medicare covers all medically necessary hospitalizations. • At this time, there is no vaccine for COVID-19. However, if a vaccine becomes available, it will be covered by all Medicare Part D plans. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has set up a webpage for Medicare beneficiaries with additional information related to the coronavirus. You can find the page at: https://www.medicare.gov/medicare-coronavirus. You can also stay up to date with the latest information about the coronavirus by visiting the CDC’s website at: https://www.cdc. gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/high-risk-complications.html. Now is the time to stay informed and follow those basic tips to protect yourself and those around you!

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Pork tenderloin Apple glaze Baked potato Green beans Whole wheat bread Cook’s choice fruit

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Cabbage rolls Homemade tomato sauce Dilled carrots Whole wheat roll Cook’s choice fruit

Cobb salad with ham, turkey, hard boiled egg, bacon, avocado, and cheese Breadstick Cheesecake with fruit Beef stroganoff Egg noodles Green peas Whole wheat roll Cook’s choice fruit

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Editor’s Note: This story was originally published in April 2016. GRANTSBURG—The Governor Knowles Trail is located within the Governor Knowles State Forest in both Polk and Burnett Counties. The State Forest has 21,000 acres along the St. Croix River, a designated Wild and Scenic River, and includes 55 miles of trails from Wolf Creek near St. Croix Falls parallel to the river all the way to just north of Hwy 77, north of Danbury. According to Kyle Andersen, Superintendent of the state forest, “The purpose of the forest is to protect the St. Croix Watershed, provide recreational opportunities and harvest timber. On average we harvest about 300 acres of timber a year.” “We have the South Hiking Trail that starts at the west end of Evergreen Avenue. That trail is 15 miles long. It’s a long linear trail that includes six backpacking sites,” says Andersen. Special use permits are required for overnight camping to reduce booking conﬂicts, but are free. The North Hiking Trail runs from and includes

the Brandt Pines trail and goes north to the Sioux Portage Group Camp, and is 23 miles long. It includes three backpacking sites, with one in the works. Both trails run up and down the escarpment, (basically the ridge that leads down to the river bottoms) that runs along the St. Croix. This offers an up close and personal experience of the river and its watershed. There are also 12 trout streams in Gov. Knowles and the trail crosses eight of them. “We also have 40 miles of trails for equestrian riders,” says Andersen. These trail are connected to the Trade River Equestrian Campground. Camping opportunities are not limited to backpacking. The St. Croix Recreational and Campground Area located just east of the river on Hwy. 70, and Sioux Portage Group Camp are also connected to the trail system. The Sioux Portage Group camp must be reserved through Reserve America, an online website. The St. Croix Recreational Campground is a fee area and is filled on a first-come first-served basis. “At the St. Croix Campground/Recre-

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ational Area, there’s more looped trails. That’s a really popular place for people if they want to go hike for the day or if just for an hour. The trail loops around and crosses the Wood River,” says Andersen. “At Brandt Pines Recreational Area you’re going to ﬁnd something a little different. These trails are open to bicycles along with hiking during the non-winter months. COURTESY DNR

That’s all open and that’s new this year,” says Andersen. “The way the rules are on state forest, everything is open for bicycles unless posted closed. Where it gets a little complicated is when we have trails that go onto National Park Service property. The National Park owns 412 feet either side of the river. We have trail easements where our trails go onto National Park Service

property and they do not allow bicycles on their property.” The trail from the St. Croix Campground to Hwy. O is the most popular section of trail for hiking. The bridge that crosses the Wood River is a popular spot as well. Andersen says about the trail, “You can go to Interstate Park and there’s no doubt the scenes are awesome. It’s just beautiful. The dif-

ference between us and them is that this is more of a wilderness experience. You might not have that view like you do at Interstate Park, but here you might come across wolves, bears and other wildlife. You’re going to have a lot more privacy. This is very important to the people that come here as opposed to state parks. It’s more rugged and remote. It’s gaining in popularity.”

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Getting outdoors really is good for you

eople who live in regions where winters are cold often note the feeling of rejuvenation they enjoy on the first warm day of late-winter or spring. The chance to get outside and soak up some sun while breathing some warm air is a feeling unlike any other for those who spend much of their winters bundled up in layers of clothing. The value of spending time outdoors extends well beyond dusting off winter cabin fever, providing long-term benefits that might surprise even the most ardent outdoor enthusiast. A 2018 report from researchers at the University of East Anglia found that living close to nature and spending time outside has wideranging health benefits, including a reduced risk for type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, premature death, preterm birth, stress, and high blood pressure. Authors of the report studied data from across the globe, gathering evidence from more than 140 studies involving more than 290 million people. Researchers cannot

pinpoint exactly why people who spend ample time in greenspaces enjoy better health. However, the beneﬁts appear to be so wide-ranging as to suggest that people who currently do not spend much time in greenspaces should make a concerted effort to do so. The following are a handful of ways busy individuals can start spending more time outdoors. • Dine al fresco. On nights when the weather is fair, take dinner into the great outdoors. People who live in private homes can dine on the patio or on the deck in the backyard, while apartment dwellers can make use of local parks for nighttime picnics or dine on balconies or rooftop recreational areas, which have become popular in crowded metropolitan areas. Rooftops and balconies may not pass the “Is it greenspace?” test, but dining in such areas can be more relaxing than an apartment dining nook. • Get off the couch. Don’t hesitate to get outside when night falls. Spend time in the backyard or go for

nightly walks around the neighborhood or in a nearby park. Say so long to television binging sessions, making healthier and more beneficial use of nightly free time by utilizing nearby greenspaces. • Go hiking on weekends. Even city dwellers no doubt live within driving distance of local hiking areas. Hiking provides a host of cardiovascular benefits and can make for a great, full-body workout. Researchers associated with the UEA report suggested that the practice of forest bathing, which is popular in Japan and promotes spending time sitting down or lying in nature, exposes people to a diverse array of bacteria present in natural areas that may benefit the immune system and reduce inflammation. People who think that accessing nature is helping them to stay healthy aren’t wrong. In fact, making time to include nature in your daily or weekly routine can have positive and wideranging effects on your overall health.

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Why routine checkups are vital to overall health

egular visits with a medical professional are an important part of a healthy lifestyle. Too often people visit the doctor only when they are ill, as they may not realize just how essential well visits and physical exams are. Routine checkups are the smartest way for people in all age groups to stay on top of their health, but they can be especially valuable for those age 50 and older. Regular checkups enable physicians to check current health against past visits, ensuring that any anomalies can be investigated and treated efficiently and promptly. This can make the difference in slowing down the progression of a disease that has already developed or prevent something from becoming a full-fledged issue. The Mayo Clinic says there are no hard and fast rules about how often seniors should visit health care providers. Those who are in generally good health may only require one medical checkup a year. At this point vital signs will be checked, medications reviewed and lifestyle topics discussed. Doctors may even recommend or discuss tests. Patients also can bring up any issues they may be experiencing, however insignificant they may seem. Anything from sleep disturbances to memory loss to unexplained fatigue or pain can be addressed. Sometimes getting everything out in the open and being reassured that there’s nothing to worry about can be helpful. General care and geriatric doctors also are adept at asking questions to get a sense of how patients are faring in the world. This may include topics that seemingly have no relevance to health

but can be quite important. A provider may ask about topics such as bathing or dressing. Questions about social interaction or typical routines can paint a better picture of both physical and mental health. The recommended frequency of doctor visits may change as health issues arise or if follow-up is needed after a treatment plan or injury, according to the caregiver company Home Care Assistance. Some seniors may have to visit a provider once a week or once a month. Doctors, nurses and therapists will design a regimen based on a patient’s current health needs. The following are some compelling reasons to be diligent with provider visits. • Frequently health issues can be silent and not noticed early on by a

patient, according to Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore. • Patients will be less likely to forget about important screenings, like mammography, prostate tests, cholesterol tests, and more. • Vaccines can be administered, as even adults need certain immunizations to stay healthy. • Patients can discuss potential lifestyle changes, like going on a diet or taking up a new ﬁtness regimen. It is essential to follow through with health care provider visits, even if they seem redundant. Physicians may detect issues that warrant close observation. Patients are urged to have an open dialogue with their doctors so they understand the reason behind health care visits and expectations in the future.

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Clever ways to use leftovers

he spread of COVID-19 has upended many people’s lives. As with other virulent health crises, the practice of social distancing has been recommended to ﬂatten the curve of the COVID-19 outbreak. One way to socially distance oneself is to avoid unnecessary trips to places where the public may congregate, such as grocery stores. Some people visit supermarkets and other food stores every day, especially if they don’t meal plan or shop for the week. According to the Time Use Institute, the average shopping trip takes 41 minutes and people go food shopping an average of 1.5 times per week. Any additional time spent at the grocery store increase the likelihood of contact with others, potentially increasing shoppers’ risk of contracting coronavirus as well. Therefore, people taking steps to stay at home may have to rethink the way they purchase and use food. Being more mindful of food waste and putting leftovers and ingredients to use in new ways can help stretch food further and reduce the need of frequent trips to the grocery store. Consider these ideas to make use of leftovers. • Save those vegetables. It’s easy to scrape a half-portion of uneaten vegetables into the trash thinking it can’t be used. Instead, combine it with other vegetables accumulated throughout the week. Many play well together and can be mixed into casseroles, omelets, soups, and stir-fry recipes. • Create new meals. Using leftovers does not mean eating the same exact meal a second time. Ingredients can be

I utilized in new ways. For example, a roast chicken can be broken down and the meat can be used for fajitas on another night. Leftover tomato sauce and meatballs from a Sunday dinner can be turned into an impromptu chili with the addition of beans and peppers. • Think beyond dinner. Leftovers can be collected at any time of day and used later on. Cold cuts can be chopped and used to make a stromboli with some refrigerated pizza dough. Save Belgian waffles from breakfast and top with breaded chicken fingers for a delicious chicken-and-waffles meal for lunch or dinner. Leftover roasted potatoes and scraps of ham can be used in a breakfast hash. • Stuck on starches. Turn extra rice from dinner into arancini (rice balls) for a snack on another day. A leftover sweet potato or two can be mixed with butternut squash to make a sweet and healthy mashed side dish. Mashed potatoes can be transformed into potato croquettes or potato pancakes. Finding new ways to use leftovers means minimal waste and fewer trips to the supermarket.

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t may be tempting to curl up on the couch and turn on the television to unwind, but research indicates that reading is one of the best workouts for the brain. The World Health Organization says that doctors diagnose nearly 10 million new cases of dementia each year. With so many people understandably concerned about any and all cognitive issues related to aging, the search is continually on to find ways to strengthen the mind’s muscle. It may be as simple as picking up a book. People make New Year’s resolutions to improve their lives, and reading more can be a great way to do just that. According to the online health and wellness resource The Healthy (www.thehealthy.com), reading has been associated with language reception in the left temporal cortex of the brain. When this part of the brain processes written material, neurons begin working hard to transmit information. Research conducted by Stanford University indicated that MRI scans of people who are deep into a Jane Austen novel showed an increase in blood flowing to areas of the brain that control both cognitive and executive function. When the brain is working efficiently, it may be less prone to some of the issues that can cause a decline in memory and brain function. Research published in the journal Neurology

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Understanding and living with sciatica

he largest nerve in the human body is the sciatic nerve, which originates in the lower back and travels through the back of each leg. Injury or pressure on this nerve can lead to a type of pain known as sciatica. Sciatica can have an adverse effect on everyday life, causing pain that radiates from the lower back through the hips and buttocks and down the legs. People experiencing pain in these areas should consult a physician immediately, as the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons notes that between 80 and 90 percent of people diagnosed with sciatica get better over time without surgery. Many typically feel better within several weeks of beginning treatment. The ﬁrst step toward diagnosing sciatica begins at home. People who learn to recognize potential symptoms of sciatica may be more likely to seek immediate treatment than those who might mistake their pain for something else.

What are the symptoms of sciatica? The AAOS notes that sciatica may feel like a bad leg cramp that lasts for weeks before it goes away. According to Spine-health.com, a property of the health publisher Veritas Health, sciatica pain is often described as burning, tingling or searing as opposed to a dull ache. In addition, pain resulting from sciatica may be worse when sitting, even though sharp pain associated with sciatica can make it difﬁcult to stand up or walk. Numbness characterized by a “pins and needles” feeling, weakness or a burning or tingling sensation down the leg are some additional symptoms of sciatica.

Does sciatica affect both legs? WebMD notes that sciatica usually affects only one leg, though the buttock or leg on the affected side may feel like it is in constant pain.

What causes sciatica? Spine-health.com notes that the following ﬁve lower back problems are among the most common causes of sciatica: • Lumber herniated disc: This occurs when the soft inner material of the disc herniates, or leaks out, through the ﬁbrous outer core, irritating or pinching the nerve root. • Degenerative disc disease: Discs in the back can degenerate naturally with

Healthy eating options for seniors “Let food be thy medicine” is a quote attributed to Hippocrates, the ancient scholar considered to be the father of modern medicine. The saying relates to the notion that what people put in their bodies can heal and/or prevent certain conditions. or seniors with medicine cabinets full of over-the-counter and prescription medications, the idea of relying predominantly on food to promote optimal health may be tempting, and various foods can be particularly useful to the 50-and-over demographic. According to the World Health Organization, poor diet is a major contributor to many of the diseases that affect older people. Poor diet has been connected to the development of diabetes, and degenerative diseases such as osteoporosis also may be linked to the foods ones eat. The National Council for Aging Care says micronutrient deficiency is often a problem among the aging due to factors like lack of variety in diet and reduced food intake. Eating a variety of foods can provide all of the nutrients people need to stay healthy as they get older. Certain foods may be particularly helpful. • Brain-friendly foods: Foods such as avocado, leafy vegetables, sunflower seeds, blueberries, and salmon are good sources of vitamin E, antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, and other nutrients that may help ward off dementias like Alzheimer’s disease, advises Sonas Home Health Care. • Anti-inflammatory foods: Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids may help prevent inflammation that can cause cancer and rheumatoid arthritis. Aging.com

age and never contribute to a problem like sciatica. However, degeneration in one or more discs in the lower back can sometimes irritate a nerve root and lead to sciatica. • Isthmic spondylolisthesis: This occurs when a small stress fracture allowers one vertebral body to slip forward on another. The combination of collapsing disc space, a fracture and the slipping forward of the vertebral body can pinch the nerve and cause sciatica. • Lumbar spinal stenosis: In this condition, which is relatively common among people older than 60, a narrowing of the spinal canal can contribute to sciatica. • Piriformis syndrome: A muscle found deep within the buttocks, the piriformis connects the lower spine to the upper thighbone, running directly over the sciatic nerve. Spasms in the piriformis can put pressure on the sciatic nerve, triggering sciatica. Treating sciatica Sciatica often can be treated successfully without surgery. Doctors may recommend applying heat and/or ice packs for acute sciatic pain. In addition, over-the-counter and prescription pain medications can effectively reduce or relieve sciatic pain. Doctors also may explore other treatments, including chiropractic manipulation, acupuncture, massage therapy, and surgery. More information about sciatica can be found at www.orthoinfo.aaos.org.

says foods that are high in omega-3 fatty acids, like salmon, should be consumed at least twice per week. • Fruits and vegetables: Fresh, canned or frozen produce tend to be high in micronutrients, including a variety of important vitamins that are essential for all components of health. Eat dark green vegetables, such as leafy greens or broccoli, and orange vegetables, such as carrots and sweet potatoes. • Energy-boosters: Choose whole grains that can provide sustained energy by way of healthy carbohydrates over processed grains. • Bone-friendly foods: Calcium-rich foods, such as milk, yogurt and cheese, can prevent calcium from being leached from the bones, which contributes to conditions like osteoporosis. • Digestive system-friendly foods: The digestive system slows down as the body ages, as the walls of the gastrointestinal tract thicken and digestive contractions that push waste along may slow down and become fewer. Foods rich in fiber can promote proper digestion by moving food through the digestive tract mor easily. High-fiber foods also may help naturally reduce blood cholesterol levels. • High-iron foods: Without enough iron in the body, a person may feel tired and lethargic from a reduced production of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the blood from the lungs to the rest of the body. A lack of oxygen in body tissues from anemia can be serious. Tofu, spinach, lentils, pumpkin seeds, and fortified breads and cereals are high in iron. Smart food choices can help seniors live long and healthy lives.

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Great activities to embrace this spring

pring arrives in the Northern Hemisphere on March 19, bringing with it visions of more hours of sunshine, warmer temperatures and ample opportunities to embrace the great outdoors. Come mid-March, people who live in climates marked by cold winters have been anticipating spring fun in the sun for some time. Once spring arrives, the following make for some great activities. Sports Come spring, various sports ﬁll up afternoon and weekend schedules. Whether these are professional sports or youth sports leagues, the games can be a great way to spend time outdoors in the fresh, suddenly warmer air. Visit an orchard Spring is a season when many berries, such as strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries, begin to ripen. Find your local pick-your-own establishment to spend a day having fun (and getting a little messy) grabbing sweet berries for salads, jams and pies.

Hit the links It’s time to dust off the clubs and play the greens at any of the thousands of golf courses in North America. The National Golf Federation says the United States is home to around 15,000 courses. The warmer temperatures are ideal for practicing your short game on the putting green or for playing all 18 holes. Get the patio ready for entertaining Clean off patio furniture or start shopping for new items if you didn’t partake in end-ofseason sales. This is just the start of the outdoor entertaining season, and it pays to refresh the deck or patio and invest in some quality furniture to keep guests comfortable. Plan a vacation Many schools go on a hiatus for a week or two during the spring, prompting otherwise busy families to get away for some R&R. Book early to score the best deals on hotel rooms and ﬂights. Prepare gardening equipment Before long, the grass will need mowing and

the shrubbery will have to be pruned. Ensure that lawn and garden tools and equipment are in top form before they are called into action. Stock up on fuel for gas mowers and sharpen those pruning shears. Visit a local garden Enjoy the sights at a garden when the ﬁrst

spring blooms start to peek out of the soil. Spring is known for tulips, daffodils, crocuses, and snowdrops. Give your bike a tune-up Take your bike out of storage and give it a once-over. Now is the time to put air in the tires, grease the chain and make sure that the

brakes and other equipment are working properly. Most bike helmet manufacturers recommend replacing helmets every three years, even if you haven’t been in a crash. That’s because the polystyrene foam can degrade over time from environmental exposure.

Visit a farm Many farm animals give birth in the spring. Children may be excited to see piglets, foals, kids, and all the other adorable young animals draw their ﬁrst breaths. Spring’s arrival presents the perfect opportunity to reacquaint oneself with the great outdoors.

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Lorraine G. Fagnan Lorraine G. Fagnan, age 79, a resident of Siren passed away on April 24, 2020. A memorial mass will be held at a later date. A full obituary will follow. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com.

Self-care remain important during pandemic SELF-CARE RESOURCES: Stress takes many forms. Look for these common re-

actions to traumatic events, now and as the COVID-19 pandemic evolves.

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RECENT DEATHS March 16, 2020, Gary William Nerby, 66, Town of Meenon. March 30, 2020, Jacob Roy Mangelsen, 43, Town of Siren.

MARRIAGES Sebastian L. Brobst, Rusk, to Kayla M. Hickman, Rusk. Jay L. Moser, Jackson, to Julie M. Remund, Jackson. William P. Backmeier, LaFollette, to Edna M. Marsala, LaFollette. Donald T. Anderson Jr., Village of Siren, to Karen M. Howe, Village of Siren.

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your own health and the health of your loved ones, sadness, anger, guilt, and disorientation • Denial, detachment or avoidance • Difficulty concentrating or making decisions • Irritability, strained relationships and conflicts with family, friends and co-workers • Changes in your normal sleep or eating patterns • Soreness, nausea, head or stomach aches • Elevated breathing, heartbeats, and blood pressure • Sensitivity to unusual sounds, smells and changes in your environment • A worsening of preexisting chronic or mental health conditions • Increased use of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs Research shows that people are resilient. With time and support, we’re able to recover from adversity. It’s OK to ask for help. Remember the challenges you’ve overcome in the past; it’s good to remind yourself of your own ability to bounce back. Just remember that recovery is a process. Give yourself time to adjust, now and after the COVID-19 pandemic ends. (https:// www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/ covid-19/resilient.htm)

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With that in mind, go easy on yourself and make easy meals your kids can make with you. Grilled cheese sandwiches are the perfect meal for little kids to help with and create their own creations. This recipe can be adapted to other rock-star sandwiches by changing the cheese, meat, and/or the condiments. Parents—you’ve got this! Inside-out Grilled Ham and Cheese Sandwiches 4 slices store-bought bread multigrain bread 4 slices Swiss cheese, preferably Gruyere 2 Tbsp. butter, plus more for frying ham ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese 8-10 slices of Old Farmer’s Ham, sliced very thin 2 pickles, sliced very thin 2 Tbsp. mayonnaise Butter one side of all bread and sprinkle with Parmesan, lightly pressing it into the butter. Spread the other side of each slice with a thin layer of mayonnaise; set aside. Heat a large fry pan over medium heat. Add a tsp. of butter. Fry ham until hot and lightly browned on edges. Remove from heat and plate. Wipe the pan with a paper towel and return to heat. Place 2 slices of bread, cheese and butter side down in fry pan. Add a slice of cheese to each slice and divide the ham and top with the remaining sliced cheese. Top each with the pickles and the remaining bread slices—butter and cheese side out. Cook until the bread is golden brown, flip and cook the other side. Serve immediately.

INCIDENTS • April 13, Jeremy D. Thayer, 23, Balsam Lake, was arrested for retail theft and failure to appear. • April 14, Zacheus R. Bachmeier, 34, Hugo, Minn., was arrested for disorderly conduct. • April 14, Trenton J. Horn, 25, Eveleth, Minn., was arrested for possession of drug

BURNETT COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPT. paraphernalia, possession of THC and carrying a concealed weapon. • April 22, James P. Copeland, 56, Webster, was arrested for operating while intoxicated- 5th or 6th offense. • April 23, Douglas K. Nyren, 38, Siren, was arrested for failure to update information- sex offender.

• April 25, Tre M. Lawrence, 21, Cameron, was arrested for possession with intent to manufacture/ deliver amphetamine.

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

WEBSTER PD April 12 – April 25 Total incidents reported: 25 Accident: 1 Animal problem: 1 Assist agency: 1 Background check: 1 Civil: 1 Disturbance: 1

Juvenile matter: 1 Medical: 2 Noise complaint: 1 Ordinance: 5 Suspicious person: 1 Theft: 1 Traffic stop: 7 Welfare check: 1

March 30 – April 26 Total incidents reported: 692 911 hang-up: 30 Abandoned vehicle: 9 Accident: 14 Alarm: 18 Animal complaint: 34 Arrest: 2 Assist agency: 9 Assist citizen: 32 Background: 1 Burglary: 6 Civil: 53 Death: 9 Disturbance: 27 Domestic: 6 Drug complaint: 2 Erratic driver: 15 Fire department: 5 Fire wildland: 1 Fire structure: 2 Found property: 1 Fraud: 2 Harassment: 12 Information: 5 Littering: 4 Lost property: 2 Juvenile matter: 18

Medical: 15 Noise complaint: 3 Ordinance: 9 Probation violation: 1 Project lifesaver: 1 Property damage: 6 Search warrant: 5 Sex offense: 4 Suicidal: 17 Suspicious activity: 98 Test: 18 Theft: 21 Threats: 2 Traffic hazard: 2 Traffic stop: 132 Transport: 10 Trespassing: 7 Unsecure premises: 1 Violation of order: 3 Welfare check: 31

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CRIMINAL •Austin R. Bowman, 21, Grantsburg, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion.

Operating w/ PAC • Kristopher W. Boyd, 33, Siren, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion. • Anthony R. Johnson, 62, Danbury, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion. • Jillian M. Lamb, 39, Webster, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion. • Timothy J. Mcquaid, 31, Cumberland, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion. • Jacob J. Schommer, 31, Grantsburg, the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion.

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Place, use, hunt wild animals with bait • Jeffery K. Flanagan, 44, Danbury, plead no contest and was fined $114.50.

• Matthew J. Fegraeus, 38, Webster, the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion.

Possess/loan/borrow another’s license • Jeffery K. Flanagan, 44, Danbury, plead no contest and was fined $303.30.

Possess open intoxicants in MVdriver • John E. Paulson, 56, Siren, plead no contest and was fined $263.50. • Cody J. Yaekel, 24, Duluth, Minn., plead no contest and the charges were dismissed on prosecutor’s motion. • Ludmilla K. Merrifield, 30, Spooner, plead no contest and was fined $263.50. • Cody J. Yaekel, 24, Duluth, Minn., plead no contest and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion.

Possess open intoxicants in MVpassenger • Edward J. Anthony, 24, Cloquet, Minn., the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion.

Possession of amphetamine • Charles W. Dack, 35, Hinckley, Minn., plead guilty and was fined $200. • Elijah G. Keller, 20, Grantsburg, plead guilty and was sentenced to 1 year of probation with a withheld sentence and was fined $443.

Possession of amphetamine/LSD/ Psilocin • Tamie L. Schultz, 56, Balsam Lake, plead guilty and was sentenced to 1 year of probation with a withheld sentence and was fined $443. • Kathryn E. St. Aubin, 62, Frederic, plead guilty and was sentenced to 2 years of probation with a withheld sentence and was fined $522.12. • Robin L. Parsons, 32, Webster, plead guilty and was sentenced to 1 year of probation with a withheld sentence and was fined $443. • Brian K. Roseland, 26, Sandstone, Minn., plead guilty and was sentenced to 60 days in local jail and was fined $1,057.

Possession of drug paraphernalia • David C. Misch, 47, Webster, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed but read in. • Bradley C. Rehbein, 40, Grantsburg, the charge was dismissed but read in. • Sean T. Reynolds, 32, Webster, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed but read in. • Tamie L. Schultz, 56, Balsam Lake, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed but read in.

• Kathryn E. St. Aubin, 62, Frederic, plead guilty and was sentenced to 2 years of probation with a withheld sentence and was fined $200. • Jeremy L. Stavely, 38, Jim Falls, plead guilty and was fined $330.50. • Tamara J. Thurston, 41, Bloomington, Minn., plead no contest and was fined $330.50. • David W. Bistram, 57, Grantsburg, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed but read in. • Justin D. Burnham, 37, Grantsburg, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed but read in. • Jacob T. Jones, 19, Grantsburg, plead guilty and was fined $330.50. • Jason E. Olson, 39, Webster, the charge was dismissed but read in. • Jordan M. Rogers, 30, Webster, the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion. • Robin L. Parsons, 32, Webster, plead guilty and was sentenced to 1 year of probation with a withheld sentence and was fined $443. • Austin M. Rowcliff, 18, Decader, IL, the charge was dismissed but read in. • April M. Schlapper, 36, Spooner, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed but read in. • Debra K. Hill, 63, Hertel, plead guilty and was fined $330.50. • Brian K. Roseland, 26, Sandstone, Minn., plead guilty and was sentenced to 60 days in local jail and was fined $443. • Leigha M. Vansickle, 33, Frederic, the charge was dismissed but read in. • Diane S. Fowler, 56, Luck, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed but read in. • Shelby S. O’Brien, 24, Siren, plead guilty and was sentenced to 30 days in local jail and was fined $666.07. •Dominick J. Taylor, 23, Webster, plead not

guilty and the charge was dismissed but read in.

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obtained prescription • Diane S. Fowler, 56, Luck, plead not guilty and

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PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Electronic Ballot Tabulation Under Wisconsin State Statute 5.84(1), public tests of the electronic ballot tabulation system will be held to ascertain that the equipment will correctly count the May 12, 2020, Special Partisan Election for Congressional District 7 votes cast for all of¿ces and on all measures. All tests are open to the public. Town of Anderson, May 4, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. - Town Hall - 13808 Anderson Road, Carmen Bouchie, Clerk, 715-488-2911 Town of Blaine, May 6, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. - Northland Community Ctr. - 1232 E. School Road, Charla Zaccardi, Clerk, 715-718-6213 Town of Daniels, May 6, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. - Town Hall - 9697 Daniels 70 Road, Liz Simonsen, Clerk, 715-349-2291 Town of Dewey, May 5, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. - Town Hall - 24433 Town Hall Road, Pamela Brown, Clerk, 715-416-0047 Town of Grantsburg, May 6, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. - Town Of¿ce and Hall – 216 South Oak Street, Toni Carter, Clerk/Treasurer, 715-463-5600 Town of Jackson, May 4, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. - Town Hall - 4599 County Road A, Lorraine Radke, Clerk, 715-866-8412 Town of LaFollette, May 4, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. - Town Hall - 24184 Malone Road, Linda Terrian, Clerk, 715-349-2531 Town of Lincoln, May 4, 2020, at 4:00 p.m. - Clerk’s Home - 25603 Ice House Bridge Road, Wanda Washkuhn, Clerk, 715-866-4201 Town of Meenon, May 3, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. - Town Hall - 7396 Krueger Road, Suzanna M. Eytcheson, Clerk, 715-866-4893 Town of Oakland, May 4, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. - Town Of¿ce - 7426 West Main Street, Sherril Anderson, Clerk, 715-866-8213 Town of Roosevelt, May 2, 2020, at 12:00 p.m. - Clerk’s Home - 2997 County Road EE, Shell Lake, Patricia Miner, Clerk, 715-468-2468 Town of Rusk, May 4, 2020, at 9:30 a.m. - Clerk’s Home - 26985 East Benoit Lake Road, Bonnie Harder, Clerk, 715-520-0560 Town of Sand Lake, May 4, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. - Town Hall - 5364 County Road X, Peggy Tolbert, Clerk, 715-222-9375 Town of Scott, May 4, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. - Town Hall - 28390 County Road H, Ken Busby, Clerk, 715-635-2308 Town of Siren, May 2, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. - Siren Town Hall - 7240 S. Long Lake Road, Mary Hunter, Clerk, 715-349-5119 Town of Swiss, May 5, 2020, at 5:30 p.m. - Town Hall - 7551 Main Street, Judy Dykstra, Clerk, 715-656-3030 Town of Trade Lake, May 4, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. – Trade Lake Town Hall, 11810 Town Hall Rd., Melissa McQuay, Clerk, 715-220-9399 Town of Union, May 4, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. - Town Hall - 9015 County Road F, Kim Johnson, Clerk, 715-866-7311 Town of Webb Lake, May 5, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. - Town Hall - 31000 Namekagon Trail, Ken Busby, Clerk, 715-259-7139 Town of West Marshland, May 2, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. - Town Hall - 12259 County Road F, Kerri Harter, Clerk, 715-463-2461 Town of Wood River, May 4, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. – Calvary Covenant Church - 11530 State Road 70, Marjean Legler, Clerk, 715-689-2318 Village of Grantsburg, May 5, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. - Village Hall - 316 South Brad Street, Sheila Meyer, Clerk/Treasurer, 715-463-2405 Village of Siren, May 4, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. - Siren Village Hall - 24049 First Avenue North, Ann Peterson, Clerk/Treasurer, 715-349-2273 Village of Webster, May 5, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. - Village Hall - 7505 Main Street West, Debra Doriott-Kuhnly, Clerk/Treasurer, 715-866-4211

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• Kristopher W. Boyd, 33, Siren, plead guilty and had DOT license revoked for 6 months and was fined $811.50. • Kini Hart, 45, Webster, plead guilty and was sentenced to 3 years of probation with a withheld sentence, 2 years ignition interlock device, had DOT license revoked for 2 years and was fined $6,792. • Anthony R. Johnson, 62, Danbury, plead guilty and was sentenced to 60 days in local jail, 125 hours of community service, had DOT license revoked for 24 months, ignition interlock device for 24 months and was fined $3,075. • Timothy J. Mcquaid, 31, Cumberland, plead guilty and was sentenced to 10 days in local jail, ignition interlock device for 12 months, had DOT license revoked for 12 months and was fined $1,502. • Jacob J. Schommer, 31, Grantsburg, plead guilty and was sentenced to 45 days in local jail, 25 hours community service, had DOT license revoked for 24 months, ignition interlock device for 1 year and was fined $2,486. • David W. Bistram, 57, Grantsburg, plead guilty and had DOT license revoked for 6 months and was fined $937.50. • James B. Youngblood, 35, Siren, plead guilty and had DOT license suspended for 6 months and was fined $811.50. • Trevor J. Simon, 25, Webster, plead guilty and was sentenced to 5 days in local jail, had DOT license revoked for 12 months, ignition interlock device for 12 months, 12 hours of community service and was fined $886.

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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 Village of Grantsburg Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Notiﬁcation of Employment Opportunity Grantsburg School District

UNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

ELEMENTARY TEACHERS

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.

The deadline for 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

Notiﬁcation of Employment Opportunity Grantsburg School District

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

Job Title:

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:

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.

Requirements:

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:

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

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

Job Title:

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.

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%.

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.

Qualiﬁcations:

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

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.

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:

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Requirements:

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Contact:

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

“Students Matter at iForward!”

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

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BURNETT COUNTY SENTINEL

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CRIMINAL CONTINUED FROM PAGE 19

Possession of meth • Timothy J. Mcquaid, 31, Cumberland, plead guilty and was sentenced to 2 years of probation with a withheld sentence and was fined $518. • David C. Misch, 47, Webster, plead guilty to two counts and was sentenced to 3 years of probation per count with a withheld sentence and was fined $518 per count. • Bradley C. Rehbein, 40, Grantsburg, plead guilty and was sentenced to 2 years of probation with a withheld sentence and was fined $518. • Sean T. Reynolds, 32, Webster, plead guilty and was sentenced to 3 years of probation with a withheld sentence and was fined $518. • Kathryn E. St. Aubin, 62, Frederic, the charge was dismissed but read in. • Tamara J. Thurston, 41, Bloomington, Minn., the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion. • Justin D. Burnham, 37, Grantsburg, plead guilty and was sentenced to 2 years of probation with a withheld sentence and was fined $518. • Jason E. Olson, 39, Webster, plead guilty and was sentenced to 3 years of probation with a withheld sentence and was fined $518. • Jordan M. Rogers, 30, Webster, the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion. • April M. Schlapper, 36, Spooner, plead guilty and was sentenced to 3 years of probation with a withheld sentence and was fined $518. • Debra K. Hill, 63, Hertel, the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion. • Leigha M. Vansickle, 33, Frederic, plead guilty and was sentenced to 1 year in local jail, 2 years of probation and was

fined $518. • Diane S. Fowler, 56, Luck, plead guilty and was sentenced to 2 years of probation with a withheld sentence and was fined $518.

Possession of narcotic drugs •Dominick J. Taylor, 23, Webster, plead guilty and was sentenced to 1 year in local jail and was fined $518.

Possession of THC • Kathryn E. St. Aubin, 62, Frederic, plead guilty and was sentenced to 2 years of probation with a withheld sentence and was fined $200. • David W. Bistram, 57, Grantsburg, plead guilty and was fined $443. • Jordan M. Rogers, 30, Webster, the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion. • Jared N. Benedict, 24, Grantsburg, plead guilty and was fined $443. • Austin M. Rowcliff, 18, Decader, IL, plead no contest and was fined $330.50. • Trenton J. Horn, 25, Eveleth, Minn., plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion.

Possession w/ intent • Kathryn E. St. Aubin, 62, Frederic, the charge was dismissed but read in.

Reckless driving • Jordan L. Miller, 17, Siren, plead no contest and was fined $389.50.

Reckless drivingendanger safety • Jillian M. Lamb, 39, Webster, plead guilty and was fined $389.50.

Resisting or obstructing an officer • Amber M. Chute, 31, Grantsburg, plead guilty and was sentenced to 90 days in local jail and was fined $443. • Matthew J. Fegraeus, 38, Webster, the charge was dismissed but read in. • Todd A. Lifto, 54, Princeton, Minn., plead

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

Retail theft • Kathryn E. St. Aubin, 62, Frederic, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed but read in. • April M. Schlapper, 36, Spooner, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed but read in.

Sex registry violation • Darryl R. Moose, 53, Webster, plead guilty and was sentenced to 18 months of probation with a withheld sentence and was fined $518. • Anthony A. Atkins, 46, plead guilty and was sentenced to 1 year of probation with a withheld sentence and was fined $518.

Speeding • Monica E. Pisculich Kohlweiss, 60, Webster, plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Justus J. Sizemore, 23, Siren, plead no contest and was fined $200.50. • Dayton J. Daberkow, 32, St. Paul, Minn., plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Dalton R. McCarthy, 18, Danbury, plead no contest and was fined $200.50. • Kari R. Robin, 52, Danbury, plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Christine M. West, 50, Edina, Minn., plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Alanna K. Wolc, 28, Washburn, plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Cody J. Yaekel, 24, Duluth, Minn., plead no contest and the charges

were dismissed on prosecutor’s motion. • Peter R. Allatt, 43, Hayward, plead no contest and was fined $200.50. • Maxwell A. Bilz, 30, Saint Cloud, Minn., plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Timothy A. Blegen, 55, Minong, plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Richard B. Cammack, 68, North Oaks, Minn., plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Alicia M. Friermood, 25, Hayward, plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Andre J. Gonzales, 37, Webster, plead no contest and was fined $225.70. • Brian C. Hinkle, 33, White Bear Towns, Minn., plead no contest and was fined $200.50. • Kimberley A. Huettl, 54, Barnes, plead no contest and was fined $200.50. • James R. Linn, 30, Prior Lake, Minn., plead no contest and was fined $225.70. • Emily C. S. McGrath, 50, Wayzata, Minn., plead no contest and was fined $225.70. • Kylie E. Meister, 18, Frederic, plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Brady A. Moody, 21, Webster, plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Christopher D. Persson, 39, Maple Plain, Minn., plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Rebecca A. Plesums, 57, Spooner, plead no contest and was fined $200.50. • Nickolas J. Pohlmann, 31, Duluth, Minn., plead

HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS AND PHYSICS TEACHER

Burnett County is currently accepting applications to perform a variety of routine and advanced clerical and administrative work in the Clerk of Courts Ofﬁce. More information can be found of the County’s website. First review of applications May 15, 2020 – Open until ﬁlled.

Requirements: Applicants must have appropriate DPI licensure or working towards Broad Field Math and Physics.

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

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.

Contact Burnett County Human Resources at 715-349-2181 for more information or visit www.burnettcounty.com for position details and required application. Click on Employment Opportunities! Burnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Theft

• Michael C. Schouveller, 30, Coon Rapids, Minn., plead no contest and was fined $330.50. • Kathryn E. St. Aubin, 62, Frederic, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed but read in. • Geoffrey O. Wegleitner, 30, Faribault, Minn., charge was dismissed but read in. • Susan J. Wood, 62, Webster, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion. SEE CRIMINAL, PAGE 23

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

Job Title:

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. 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). 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.

Requirements:

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.

OFFICE SPECIALIST II – CLERK OF COURTS OFFICE – $17.24/HOUR

Burnett County is seeking qualiﬁed applicants for a Full-Time beneﬁt eligible position within the Burnett County Jail and Communications Center. Required application can be obtained from the County’s website. Applications accepted through May 15, 2020.

$200.50. • James A. McKinnon, 35, Duluth, Minn., plead no contest and was fined $225.70. • Janelle L. Oheam, 31, Green Bay, plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Anthony P. Santell, 49, Danbury, plead no contest and was fined $175.30.

Notiﬁcation of Employment Opportunity Grantsburg School District

UNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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.

CORRECTIONS/COMMUNICATIONS DEPUTY – $19.10/HOUR

no contest and was fined $175.30. • Brandon C. Shutt, 26, Spooner, plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Madison J. St. Germain, 19, Frederic, plead no contest and was fined $200.50. • Noah R. Tijerina, 42, Siren, plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Richerd J. Tourville, 47, St. Croix Falls, plead no contest and was fined $250.90. • Morgan L. Veiman, 24, Hugo, Minn., plead no contest and was fined $200.50. • Christopher F. Rollins, 18, Webb Lake, plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Cody J. Yaekel, 24, Duluth, Minn., plead no contest and the charge was dismissed on prosecutor’s motion. •Jared S. Hansen, 28, Sandstone, Minn., plead no contest and was fined

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 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:

Contact:

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

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

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Regular Meeting of the Board of Education School District of Grantsburg Minutes from March 23, 2020

President David Dahlberg called the meeting to order. Present: Renae Rombach, Chris Erickson, Jason Burkman, Heather Jensen and Dan Ohnstad. Absent: Russ Erickson Agenda Revisions: Addition of the minutes to be approved from the special board meeting on 3/18/2020. The WASB recommended school boards review policies and potentially take action on suspending certain policies during the COVID-19 outbreak. No action taken. Visitors: None. Motion Rombach/Burkman to approve the School Board Minutes from March 9, 2020 and the Special Board Meeting on March 18, 2020 as written. Motion carried 6-0. Reports received: Each building principal reported on the educational plan of their buildings. Grantsburg School District is delivering education by distance education (online/virtual and/or paper-based). The Food Service Director reported on the summer foods program being applied in response to the long term closure of schools. Anyone ages 18 and under is eligible for the program.

INVITATION TO BID CHIP SEAL/SCRUB SEAL PROJECTS TOWN OF JACKSON The Town of Jackson is seeking sealed bids for chip seal or scrub seal resurfacing of approximately 5.75 miles total, width 18 feet and 20 feet. Roads to be sealed are Half Moon Cir, Half Moon Ct, Pratt Road, Overland Trailway, Morning Star Drive, Rainbow Circle, Rainbow Ct, Kilkare Greenway, Kilkare Ct, Kilkare Cir, Kilkare Pass, and Meadow Green Rd. Appropriate surface treatment and aggregate type to be determined by contractor at time of inspection. Aggregate to be applied evenly and rolled into emulsi¿ed asphalt, with excess rock to be broomed from coated surface. Required crack sealing to be performed by successful bidder. Contractor to verify road width and length. Resurfacing work is to be coordinated with town representatives and must be completed by August 31 2020. After appropriate set up time fog seal will be applied. Bids are due and will be opened on May 11 2020, 7 PM at the Jackson Town Hall during monthly town meeting. Contractors should verify time and date of meeting by phone. Valid certi¿cate of insurance must be presented with bids. The Town of Jackson reserves the right to reject any and all bids or portion thereof. For more information, contact Roger Larson 715-566-0559 or Chip Lohman 715-491-3425. Sealed bids should be sent to Town of Jackson, 4742 County Road A, Webster WI 54893. Attn: Chip seal bid. WNAXLP

Official Notice Advertisement for Bids Asphalt Pavement 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

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Personnel Committee Meeting is March 30 at 5 PM to meet with Non-Represented Staff. Finance Committee Meeting is April 6 at Noon to review 2020-21 budget and staffing. Policy Committee Meeting is April 29 at 8 AM. Consent Items: Motion C. Erickson/Rombach to award the Bid for the Replacement Security Camera Server for the District to CIT in the amount of $40,017.21 (minus sales tax). Motion carried 6-0. Motion C. Erickson/Rombach to approve Eric Bergman, as the Pirate Boys’ Golf Co-Head Coach for the 2019-20 season. Motion carried 6-0. Motion Rombach/Dahlberg to approve to approve the Resignation of Natalie Doornink, Assistant Cross Country Coach. Motion carried 6-0. Motion Jensen/Burkman to Approve the Retirement Resignation of Tama Ihde, iForward Art Teacher, with thanks. Motion carried 6-0. Motion C. Erickson/Jensen to approve the unpaid leave request of Sue LaMere. Motion carried 6-0. Motion Rombach/C. Erickson to Convene in Closed Session per Wisconsin Statutes 19.85 (1) (e) for Consideration of Compensation of Public Employees Over Which the School Board has Jurisdiction and Exercises Responsibility

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT BURNETT COUNTY 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)

and (f) Considering Financial, Medical, Social or Personal Histories or Disciplinary Data of Specific Persons which, if Discussed in Public, Would be Likely to Have a Substantial Adverse Effect upon the Reputation of Any Person. Motion carried 6-0. Motion Burkman/Rombach to Reconvene in Open Session and Take Action on Any Matter Deemed Necessary from Closed Session. Motion carried 6-0. First Reading of the Grantsburg School District Virtual Meeting Policy. Motion Jensen/Rombach to adjourn. Motion carried 6-0. WNAXLP (April 29)

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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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 WNAXLP 1357 N River Street, Spooner, WI 54801.

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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

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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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Transferee fail/apply new vehicle title • Dawna M. Lozier, 48, Danbury, plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Ludmila K. Merrifield, 30, Spooner, plead no contest and was fined $175.30. • Travis W. G. Morse, 20, Webster, plead no contest and was fined $175.30.

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Vehicle operator fail to wear seatbelt • Joy L. Davis, 57, Danbury, plead no contest and was fined $10. • Matthew C. Stanley, 39, Danbury, plead no contest and was fined $10.

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Vehicle passenger fail to wear seatbelt • Brittney L. ZwickeyHubbard, 18, Blaine, Minn., plead no contest

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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

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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

and was fined $10. • Jace M. I. Gonser, 18, Anoka, Minn., plead no contest and was fined $10. • Salima M. Habbas, 17, Blaine, Minn., plead no contest and was fined $10. • Reese B. Minks, 18, Andover, Minn., plead no contest and was fined $10.

Violation of child safety restraint requirements • Kini Hart, 45, Webster, plead not guilty and the charge was dismissed but read in.

TOWN OF SCOTT REQUEST FOR BIDS The Town of Scott, Burnett County, Wisconsin, is accepting bids for: Notice is hereby given that the Town of Scott is now accepting bids for: Resurface 4087 feet x 20 feet of Roberts Road and 1856 feet x 22 feet of Kilkare Road with 2" of new asphalt and 2" of new gravel on top of ground blacktop For detailed information, contact Rick Larson at the Town of Scott Town Garage at 715-416-4464 or Bill Sobaski, Town Supervisor at 651-808-4191. Must have certi¿cate of insurance. Bids will be opened on Monday, May 11, 2020 and presented to the Town of Scott Board at its regular meeting at 7:00 PM. The Town of Scott reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids. Mail bids to Jeff McIntyre, Town of Scott Chairperson at 28390 County Road H, Spooner, WI or submit them in person on May 11, 2019 before 7:00 PM. WNAXLP

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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Life’s storms Pastor Kobi Phillips New Hope Lutheran Church

I enjoy a nice summer evening thunderstorm. It is fun to watch the light show and hear the thunder and enjoy the smell of the rain. However, life storms are another story. They come unexpected and unannounced often knocking us off balance. Life storms can be financial, relational or health related to name just a few. Right now, we are all facing a health storm together called Coronavirus. It has knocked our

lives off balance, our economy off balance and frankly the world off balance. It has us facing fear and uncertainty about our individual and collective future. As we face this storm we should turn to Jesus for help and protection. In him lies the power to command even the Coronavirus. In Matthew 8:23-27 we find Jesus and his disciples getting in a boat to cross the Sea of Galilee. While they were sailing,

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Jay Ticknor, Pastor | 715-689-2271

Mike Kleven, Pastor

a great storm arose threatening to swamp the boat. Jesus was asleep and the disciples woke him saying, “Save us, we are perishing.” Jesus said to them, “Why are you afraid, Oh you of little faith?” He then rose and rebuked the winds and the sea and there was a great calm. We need to go to Jesus not in fear but in faith, believing that he can rebuke the storm and bring a great calm. I encourage us as a nation to bring this

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SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST

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Pastor John Redlich | 715-327-4956

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

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HERTEL

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Pastor Greg Lund | 715-327-8767

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Linda Rozumalski, Pastor | 715-472-2383

DANBURY 715-656-4010

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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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WIAA votes to cancel spring sports season STEVENS POINT–The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association Board of Control voted to cancel 2020 spring sports regular-season competitions and the Tournament Series while allowing individual, virtual spring sports coaching to continue until the final day of the 2020 season, which is the final day of the State Tournament for the respective sports. “I feel bad for our Seniors, but also our underclassmen, coaches and fans who were looking forward to this spring season,” Webster athletic director Scott Hoefs said. “For some, they will lose out on the last opportunity to play not only for themselves but with their teammates. You had individuals, teams, coaches and communities that had high expectations to win a Conference, Regional, Sectional or State championships.” The cancellation of spring competitions and State Tournaments is in support of Gov. Tony Evers’ ongoing efforts to prevent, suppress and control the spread of the COVID-19 disease. On April 16, the state’s Safer-atHome order was extended until May 26, 2020 with all public and private K-12 schools closed for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year (June 30), which also prohibits all school extracurricular and athletic activities. In conjunction with the decision, the Board voted to extend the unrestricted summertime coaching contact opportunities for spring sports only. This action will permit school teams that include the current year’s seniors to assemble and conduct practices and competitions for up to 30 days, provided restrictions on assembling in groups are removed, until the start of a student-athlete’s fall sport season. The extension of the summertime coaching contact is only available to students who are currently enrolled in ninth through 12th grades during the 2020 spring seasons.

All sports’ acclimatization regulations remain unchanged prior to the first competition as does the pitch count during the 30-day window. In addition, a day of rest after six consecutive contact days remains unchanged, and all traditional nonschool participation can be conducted simultaneously during the summertime, provided restrictions on assembling in groups are removed. Furthermore, if schools engage in competitions, the required number of WIAA licensed officials also remains unchanged.

All spring sports competitions scheduled during the expansion of unrestricted summertime provisions will require approval from district administrators of all competing schools. In addition, spring sports teams assembling without the current year’s seniors participating shall be limited to five days of unrestricted summertime contact, which is the same as fall and winter sports. “We want to extend our sincere empathy and regrets to all the student-athletes and coaches that have worked hard in anticipation of participating in sports this spring, particularly the seniors,” Executive Director Dave Anderson said. “The Board of Control and Executive Staff have been resolute in their hopes to preserve some chance to play one more time, and it is our hope that by providing the extended unrestricted days, we can provide some opportunities and closure for spring sport student-athletes.”

“We thank Gov. Evers and all the leading health officials and health care workers for their leadership and guidance during this unprecedented period in our history,” said Anderson. “We share in the responsibility to assist in the efforts to control the spread of this virus. When the time is right, we will play again.” The cancellation of all extracurricular activities prohibits all school or coach involvement with training, practices, scrimmages and contests until, at the earliest July 1, unless restrictions are removed prior to that time. Therefore, coaches may not bring students together or encourage students to assemble for extracurricular purposes, which includes competitions, practices and all instructional and training until the restrictions on assembling in groups are removed. All coaches are encouraged to continue to connect with their student-athletes with virtual organizational team meetings and team building exercises by video or messaging as approved by school administration to provide support for athletes. Coaches can provide general information to their athletes virtually, who may voluntarily review the suggestions. However, coaches are prohibited from mandating or instructing athletes out of season during this period. Spring sports coaches may continue to provide individual virtual instruction for student-athletes with training, conditioning and skill development until the end of the respective spring sports season, which is the final day of the scheduled 2020 State Tournament for the respective sport. Fall and winter sports coaches’ contact may begin July 1–provided restrictions on assembling in groups are removed–and will follow the existing prescribed summertime dates and unrestricted contact regulations with a maximum of five days of contact.

Packers don't take any receivers in surprise draft move STEVE MEGARGEE AP SPORTS

The Green Bay Packers acquired Aaron Rodgers’ potential successor

but didn’t give their star quarterback any new wide receivers. In a draft heralded for its receiving depth, the Packers opted against

taking a single player at a position that was widely considered a major need. The Packers traded up four spots in the first

round to take Utah State quarterback Jordan Love with the 26th overall pick. By the time SEE NFL DRAFT, PAGE 27

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Jordan Knutson taking a big swing.

Flashback: Knutson medals in two golf meets Previously published on April 29, 2015 ST. CROIX FALLS—Grantsburg Pirate teammates Jordan Knutson and Drew Alderman shot a 37 and a 45, respectively, but it wasn’t enough to win the West Lakeland Conference match at St. Croix Valley golf course last week. The Pirates finished five strokes behind the Frederic/Luck team score of 201. “Everyone played well — of course there were a few nerves with it being the first conference meet and the first time we had a full complement of players,” John Addison, Pirate coach, remarked. Knutson earned medalist honors and Alderman earned runner-up honors. “The biggest thing about those guys’ game is their course management,” Addison explained. “They know when to be patient and they know when to be aggressive.” That will only help as the season wears on. “It gives them confidence,” the coach pointed out. Nathaniel Krause shot a 57 and Paul MacKean shot a 68 “Shane Tooze played very well,” Addison continued. “It was fun to see him step up.” Tooze shot a 67. KNUTSON TOYS WITH COURSE RECORD GRANTSBURG—Grantsburg junior Jordan Knutson shot a 29 at the Grantsburg Golf Course on his way to medalist honors in Monday’s West Lakeland Conference match. The course record of 27 is held by coach John Addison. “Our guys did what they needed to do,” Addison said. Nathaniel Krause was able to display the same sort of course management the coach sees in Knutson. “That was good to see,” he praised. “All of our players are getting better.”

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Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in March with inaccuracies. The Grantsburg Public Library Mary Ann Erickson Memorial has installed a new piece of artwork for its Bruce Erickson Learning Center. A lot of people helped make the library what it is today, and the learning center has got a new addition to commemorating the Friends of the Library that helped make it possible. Mike Route and Jake Hochstetler of Red Iron Studio in Frederic and Lena Shepherd were the artists who designed and built the piece. The piece is a long iron branch, about 12 feet long, with a number of wooden leaves with the names of Friends of the Library engraved on them. Aaron Gilhoi, Grantsburg high school student, made the engraved wood leaves with help from tech ed teacher Jerimiah Stavne.

“There are about 90 names that were all helpful in making the library what it is today,” library director Kristina Kelley-Johnson said. “We wanted a way to commemorate these individuals for all of their help.” Route and Hochstelter enlisted a number of Frederic students to help with the ironwork. Shepherd grew up in Grantsburg that is now based in Minneapolis where she works in the design industry. Installation of the piece began earlier this month and the piece was completed recently. Kelley-Johnson said the library had been brainstorming what to do with the space for years and knew artwork would look good. “We knew the artwork in the learning center would bring the community together,” Kelley-Johnson said. “Lots of people made this space possible and commemorating them with this artwork was a perfect way.”

THE BRUCE ERICKSON LEARNING CENTER The building was started as a vision by Bruce Erickson to build a learning center for the community attach to the Mary Ann Erickson memorial public library. Erickson, an architect by trade, design the building, worked with the draftsman to complete the drawings and supervise the buildings construction with the construction Manager. Erickson donated 25% of the building cost and fund raised the remaining cost from local businesses. US Bank, Grantsburg Telephone company, Bremer Bank. and Grantsburg public funds. He also led volunteers within the community Village boards, Library boards, Community Business leaders and Friends of the library to collaboratively bring the building to its completion. Bruce’s son, Brent told the Sentinel, “The past several years the community has enjoyed this beautiful learning center named after its founder: the Bruce Erickson Learning Center.”

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they drafted again late in the second round, 13 receivers already had been taken. “We felt (the receiver class) was really strong at the top,” general manager Brian Gutekunst said. “I don’t know as we went through the middle and the end, that we felt it was as strong as maybe others did. “I thought the top was one of the stronger drafts at the wide receiver class that I can remember, but the runs went pretty early, and once we got to a certain spot, with the group that we had coming back, it wasn’t like we weren’t looking to add to that competition. We just felt there weren’t a lot of great candidates that were locks to make our team next year.”

Vikings draft WR and CB DAVE CAMPBELL AP SPORTS

MINNEAPOLIS—Justin Jefferson was a late-blooming wide receiver who claimed the last scholarship for LSU’s freshman class in 2017 before finishing his college career as a national champion with the school record for receptions.

The Minnesota Vikings will be counting on more of that swift progress. Filling two significant needs in the first round of the NFL draft, the Vikings chose Jefferson with the 22nd selection on Thursday night and traded down to take TCU cornerback Jeff Gladney at No. 31. The Jefferson pick came from Buffalo as part of the trade made last month that dealt restless wide receiver Stefon Diggs and netted the Vikings three extra choices. They wasted no time trying to find a replacement with Jefferson, who was the fifth wide receiver to come off the board in an especially deep class at the position. “I was very small, undersized, lightly recruited, the whole thing,” Jefferson said, reflecting on his journey from high school in the New Orleans area. “I definitely didn’t think that this would be coming at all.” Jefferson, who played primarily in the slot while helping Tigers quarterback Joe Burrow win the Heisman Trophy, led all FBS players as a junior in 2019 with 111 catches. Jefferson, who had 1,540 receiving yards with 18 touchdowns in 15 games last season while rarely dropping a pass, will join Adam Thielen and Tajaé Sharpe as the top down-field options for quarterback Kirk Cousins.

Residents, business owners, and tourists. This week the Governor released the Badger Bounce Back program. The program is intended to provide direction and criteria for reopening businesses, allowing social gatherings, and returning to our now coveted, normal life. While many of us have differing thoughts regarding when it is safe to reopen businesses and reconvene our social gatherings, we all want to make sure it is done in a safe manner for everyone. Therefore, the Burnett County COVID-19 Response Team will continue working closely with the Burnett County Board of Supervisors as we lay out a plan for the reopening of local commerce as soon as possible. Our County Board knows the impacts that this pandemic has had on our community and they are eager to see our community flourish once again. If you are in need of financial assistance, please contact the following: Economic Support: Great Rivers Consortium, 1-888-283-0012 Business Support: Richard (Dick) Hartmann, Economic Development Director – 715-349-2979, ext. 2136 General COVID-19 Information: dial 211 Thank you for doing your part by continuing to practice social distancing, staying home if you are ill, and washing your hands as often as possible.

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Wild River Outﬁtters in Grantsburg near the Minnesota State line had another important message for travelers.

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The Timbers Theatres at the Lodge have had to close due to COVID-19.

The ‘Your Speed’ sign is back on State Road 35/70 when entering Siren after taking the winter months off.

Evers announces plan to reopen economy MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced Wisconsin’s “Badger Bounce Back” plan which outlines important criteria for Wisconsin to be able to reopen its economy in phases and includes steps to make sure workers and businesses are prepared to reopen as soon as it is safe to do so. In coordination with this announcement, at the direction of the governor, Wisconsin Department of Health Services Secretary-designee Andrea Palm issued Emergency Order #31 establishing the process and outlining the phases of the plan. The emergency order is available here. “As we’ve learned over the past month, in the most difficult of circumstances, Wisconsinites will rise to the occasion, helping each other and working together to do what’s best for our families, our neighbors, and our communities,” said Gov. Evers. “That’s what the Badger

Bounce Back is all about: our resilience as a people and as a state. I am excited and hopeful about this plan. While being safe at home continues to be important, this plan is an all-out attack on the virus and it begins the process of preparing our businesses and our workforce for the important planning that will result in the safe and logical reopening of our economy.” The Badger Bounce Back plan is informed in part by the President’s Guidelines for Opening Up America Again that was issued by the White House on April 16, 2020. Currently, Wisconsin does not meet the criteria the White House established to start reopening our state. The Badger Bounce Back plan takes important steps to get the state of Wisconsin there. The goal of the Badger Bounce Back plan is to decrease cases and deaths to a

low level, and increase capacity in our healthcare system so the phased reopening of businesses is possible. As part of that plan the state will be working to increase access to more testing and expand lab capacity. Under the Badger Bounce Back plan, everyone who needs a test should get a test. The state is setting a goal of 85,000 tests per week, averaging about 12,000 tests per day. More information on the state’s testing efforts was released earlier today, and is available for review here. Next, the state will be expanding contact tracing and more aggressively tracking the spread with the goal of every Wisconsinite who tests positive being interviewed within 24 hours of receiving their test results and their contacts being interviewed within 48 hours of test results. Additionally, the state will continue

to pursue every avenue to grow Wisconsin’s supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) for healthcare and public safety entities to conduct COVID-19 testing, patient care, and public safety work. Finally, the plan works to bolster healthcare system capacity where patients can be treated without crisis care and there are more robust testing programs in place for at-risk healthcare workers. The state will be looking for a downward trajectory of influenza-like illnesses and COVID-19 symptoms reported within a 14-day period, and a downward trajectory of positive tests as a percent of total tests within a 14-day period. When the state has seen these efforts be successful, Wisconsin can begin to turn the dial, re-open the state, and get businesses and workers back on their feet.

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