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David Stone of Balsam Lake, Daniel Pierce of Stone Lake and Larry Miller of Rice Lake are three of more than 100 veterans interviewed for a PBS documentary and special audio/slide show presentation. See wpt.org/wisconsinstories/vietnam/. - Photos from Wisconsin Public Television

Vets tell their story On Veterans Day, PBS will broadcast its awardwinning war stories documentary, which features area Vietnam veterans

by Gary King Leader editor STATEWIDE - More than 100 veterans from across the state, representing all branches of service, are the focus of a PBS documentary that airs this Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 11, at 8 p.m.

Culled from a three-hour Emmy Award-winning “Wisconsin Vietnam War stories” documentary, the edited documentary to be shown Friday represents a portrait of the war told entirely by veterans.

The documentary will coincide with a Web site presentation of “Back In The

World: Portaits of Wisconsin Vietnam Veterans,” by James Gill, an audio slide show of oral histories and transcripts that can be found online at wpt.org/wisconsinstories/vietnam/.

Among the veterans telling their stories are David Stone of Balsam Lake, Daniel Pierce of Stone Lake, Larry Miller of Rice Lake and David Hinkle of Bruce.

Stone, a combat medic who served in Vietnam from 1968 to 1970 with the 11th Armored Cavalry, reflects on returning home and fighting isolation and a sometimes less-than-welcoming reception - even from some World War II veterans.

Pierce, who served with the First Marines Division and Third Marines Division, from 1966-1968, said he returned home and found that part of his healing came from visiting the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., eight years in a row.

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Tanya coming to Danbury DANBURY - The Texas Tornado is coming to St. Croix Casino Danbury in December. Country legend Tanya Tucker will be in concert in the casino’s conference center at 7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 17. One of the finest song stylists in any genre, Tanya Tucker’s inimitable vocal styling and soulful performances have resulted in a string of hit albums and singles and garnered hundreds of honors and awards including CMA Female Vocalist of the Year. From her first singles hit “Delta Dawn” (recorded when she was just 13) to “San Antonio Stroll,” “Strong Enough to Bend,” “Down To My Last Teardrop” and “Two Sparrows in a Hurricane” and recent albums “Complicated” and her self-titled album released in 2002, Tucker has been a force in country music for nearly four decades.

Come to see why on Dec. 17. Tickets for the Tanya Tucker show at St. Croix Casino Danbury are on sale at the casino gift shop. Call Babe Taylor at 800-238-8946 for more information. - from St. Croix Casino

DNR Secretary Cathy Stepp provided opening remarks for the annual awards banquet hosted by the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks held at the Lussier Family Heritage Center in Madison on Oct. 21. Tracey Schwalbe, president of FWSP board of directors, Dan Schuller, DNR parks director and Peter Beirmeier, DNR parks section chief, presented the Hero awards to Bill Zager of rural Amery, Outstanding Friends Individual (for his work as president of the Friends of Stower Seven Lakes State Trail and as a member of the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks), Terry Jensen, Outstanding DNR Property Manager and Friends of Mirror Lake State Park, Outstanding Friends Group for 2011. A list of all of the 2011 award winners is available at fwsp.org. Shown (L to R) are Beirmeier, Jon Fogelberg, secretary of Friends of Stower Seven Lakes State Trail, Zager, Schuller and Schwalbe. - Photo submitted

Dean to headline Honky Tonk Cafe ST. CROIX FALLS - Singer-songwriter Molly Dean will be headlining at St. Croix Festival Theatre on Friday, Nov. 25. Dean is one in a series of unique singer-songwriter programs sponsored by Fizz Kizer’s Honky Tonk Café. “Long a staple of life in River Falls, Wis., Fizz Kizer’s Honky Tonk Café’ has found a new home in The Elbow Room, our street-level performance space,” said Danette Olsen, executive director of St. Croix Festival Theatre. “The Elbow Room is an intimate club atmosphere with cocktail table seating, and wonderful connection with the performer on stage. It provides audiences with a chance to get up close and personal with the creativity that goes into songwriting. A gifted songwriter, singer and guitarist himself (not to mention an excellent carpenter who built our set for ‘Inspecting Carol’), Fizz has a penchant for choosing headliners who are really fun to see perform live and who connect listeners to the core of music-making. Fizz’s recent appearances at Festival have brought us Carrie Elkin, Scottie Miller, Alison Scott and Kevin Bowe – all of whom delighted audiences.” Additional concerts coming up at Festival Theatre include The Belfast Cowboys on Jan. 14, Girl Singers of the Hit Parade with their 1950s show on Valentine’s Weekend (Feb. 12) and Warren Nelson on Feb. 25. Check the Web site at www.festivaltheatre.org for dates and tickets. - from Festival Theatre

CRA holds fundraiser

The Community Referral Agency board of directors gathered at the annual CRA fundraiser last Friday, Nov. 4, at Milltown. Shown (L to R) are Joann Phernetton, Dr. Amy Ludwikowski, Mike Rust, Pastor Freddie Kirk, Melissa Rapp, Chris Crowe, CRA Executive Director Ann Frey, Bob Stage, Dan Siebrasse, Jamie McCready and Chad Thompson.

CRA provides shelter to domestic abuse victims and educates the public on abuse prevention issues. The agency serves Polk, Burnett and Barron counties.

RIGHT: Cherrise and Todd Miller of Frederic paid $40 for a pumpkin at the Community Referral Agency fundraiser auction. The pumpkin may be past its prime. It has been bought each year and donated back on an ongoing basis. The Millers have the pumpkin in their freezer, waiting to be rebid on next year. The annual fundraiser helps the CRA meet a growing need in the community. CRA provided 4,500 bed nights in 2010, double the number of people, including children, served in 2009. - Photos by Gregg Westigard

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“I kept looking for something,” he said. “Never on Memorial Day. Never with crowds around or anything. So it was an eerie yet special place and those guys talk to you ... the last trip I made there was in 1995. I left all my medals there because I thought that’s where they belonged.”

Wisconsin Public Television producer Mik Derks interviewed the veterans for the program airing Nov. 11. Archival video, historical photography and maps evoke the stark imagery of the war alongside the veterans stories.

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ST. CROIX FALLS - State Rep. Erik Severson, 28th Assembly District, will be meeting with the Town of St. Croix Falls and property owners affected by the proposed DOT plans for the Hwy. 8 and Hwy. 35 North intersection on Monday, Nov. 14, at 6 p.m. at the town hall at 1305 200th Street.

This is an informational meeting at the request of Severson. - submitted ••• CLAYTON - The Clayton School District is teaming up with 5R Processors Ltd. of Ladysmith to help Clayton and the surrounding communities properly dispose of their household electronic equipment. 5R Processors will be set up in the Clayton High School parking lot on Saturday, Nov. 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. where they will be accepting any old or obsolete electronic equipment at no cost. The event is open to the general public and 5R will be accepting residential equipment only. 5R will be accepting most consumer electronics and home office equipment including computers, monitors, laptops, printers, TVs of all shapes and sizes, stereo equipment, cell phones, microwaves, large household appliances and more. Freon-containing appliances such as refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners and dehumidifiers will be accepted for a fee of $25. Additionally, 5R will be providing Department of Defense approved hard drive cleansing for $10. For more information and a complete list of acceptable items visit the 5R Recycling Events page at www.5Rprocessors.com or call 715-322-4347. - submitted ••• POLK COUNTY - Honor Flight recognizes veterans for their sacrifices and achievements by flying them to Washington, D.C., to see the memorial built in their honor at no cost. Top priority is given to veterans of World War II and terminally ill veterans of the Korean and Vietnam wars, so they too may see the memorial built in their honor. The date for the next trip is scheduled for May 15, 2012. If you are interested in this memorable experience, please give the Polk County Veterans Office a call at 715-485-9243 for information and help in completing the application.

The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. It is hoped that many veterans will take advantage of this opportunity to see the memorial in Washington, D.C. with submitted information ••• OSCEOLA - Osceola Modern Woodmen of America members recently provided assistance to a needy family. The Modern Woodmen chapter donated winter coats and boots as part of the organization’s Care and Share Program. Coordinated by local Modern Woodmen members, chapters provide opportunities to connect through social activities and volunteer projects. Care and Share is a nationwide program that offers Modern Woodmen chapters an opportunity to provide up to $250 of basic life necessities to individuals and families in need in their communities. Each year members from over 600 chapters purchase and donate thousands of dollars worth of food, clothing and more. For more information about the local chapter and how you can get involved, contact at Patsy Nesteby at 651-246-298 . - submitted •••

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Clayton man found guilty of homicide attempt Jury sides with prosecutors vs.

Bradley L. Bearheart

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer BARRON – A Barron County jury returned a guilty verdict on Wednesday, Nov. 2, against Bradley L. Bearheart Jr., a 44-yearold Clayton man who was facing multiple felony charges - including two for attempted first-degree homicide - from two shooting incidents that occurred on Dec. 30 when he stole a truck at gunpoint and another incident a short time later when he shot and critically injured his estranged wife near Turtle Lake.

According to the criminal complaint, Bearheart was accused of stealing a pickup truck at gunpoint. That incident occurred just south of Turtle Lake when Bearheart stole a truck belonging to Joshua Swanson, 20, Clayton. Bearheart brandished a gun to steal the truck and was alleged to have shot at Swanson as he attempted to flee the scene. He missed Swanson, who called police and warned them that Bearheart was likely on his way to shoot his estranged wife, Jennifer Bearheart, who lived in rural Turtle Lake.

That other residence was approximately four miles away from the Swanson shooting, and within a few minutes, Barron County dispatchers received a frantic call

from Jennifer Bearheart, 47, stating that she had just been shot.

When police officers arrived at her residence, they found her lying on the floor, conscious and breathing, but suffering from gunshot wounds to her Bradley L. Bearheart thigh and upper back.

Her toddler son was standing over her crying when officers broke into the home.

However, the shooter had fled the scene.

An attempt-to-locate dispatch was sent to all local law agencies, warning that he was likely fleeing in the stolen Swanson truck.

Bradley Bearheart was later taken into custody by sheriff’s deputies when that truck was discovered in southeastern Polk County, after he apparently slid into a ditch.

Bearheart was not in the truck, but was found a short time later, still carrying the gun, with three spent shell casings, as well as the cell phone from the stolen truck.

Authorities ended up filing multiple felony charges against Bearheart, including two charges of attempted first-degree homicide for shooting at Swanson and missing and also for shooting and hitting his wife, Jennifer, who later made a recovery. They

also charged Bearheart with felony endangerment for operating a stolen vehicle.

The jury trial began on Oct. 31, and went for three days, culminating in Bradley Bearheart taking the stand in his own defense, a defense decision openly questioned by Judge James Babler.

The jury deliberated for just a few hours before returning a guilty verdict for the auto theft, as well as a guilty decision on the attempted homicide against Jennifer Bearheart, but they found Bradley Bearheart guilty of a lesser charge of first-degree reckless endangerment in his shooting at Swanson during the truck theft.

Babler ordered a presentence investigation, with Bearheart to be sentenced on Jan. 12, 2012. He faces the potential of up to 40 years in prison for the homicide conviction, on top of 25 years for the auto theft with a deadly weapon conviction, and another 71/2 years in prison for the lesser felony endangerment conviction.

Bearheart has an extensive history of runins with the law going back to 2002, including convictions for disorderly conduct, criminal damage to property, negligent operation of a motor vehicle, bail jumping, operating a firearm while intoxicated, resisting arrest and more. He also has a pending case of driving while intoxicated, his fourth, from an incident in late 2010. He has a status hearing on that charge this week.

More than budget at Polk County Board meeting Supervisor pay, new board member on agenda

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – The Polk County Board will do more than adopt the 2012 budget when it meets next Tuesday, Nov. 15, at the government center building in Balsam Lake.

The meeting starts at 6 p.m., is open to the public and starts with a period for public comment. There will be a hearing on the 2012 budget at 7 p.m., followed later in the evening by adoption of the budget after any final changes. The board will also act on setting the compensation for the next county board, confirm the appointment of a new

supervisor and consider a purchasing policy change that would look at energy cost when making purchases.

The county board members elected next April may have a slight pay increase. A resolution on the compensation of supervisors would set the pay at $100 per county board meeting, $75 for each standing committee meeting and $50 for each special committee meeting. The changes are increases of $10 or $15 per meeting. In addition, the county board chair will receive a salary of $5,000 per year and the 1st vice chair will get $1,000. Compensation for elected officials cannot be changed during their term in office, so the new pay plan will be in effect from April 2012 through April 2014.

Randy Korb has been appointed to the county board for District 8, the city of St.

Croix Falls seat. Korb, an environmental educator, was recommended by the St. Croix Falls City Council and appointed by county board Chair William Johnson. When confirmed, Korb will replace Wendy Rattel who moved out of the county.

The purchasing policy change says that the county shall obtain the estimated energy use of any purchase, shall calculate the estimated cost of operation of any purchase and may use the resulting overall cost of purchase plus operation in justifying a purchase other than the lowest cost item. At present, the lowest cost bid must be accepted in most cases, regardless of operating expense. The resolution was prepared by the renewable energy committee.

Fleeing man finally caught by canine Two months after evading arrest, suspect cornered by police dog

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer FREDERIC – A tip from an informant led to the arrest on Saturday, Nov. 6, of a wanted felon who had escaped a police chase in August. Joshua A. Denetz, 33, Frederic, had been on the lam since he evaded a police pursuit on Aug. 29 near Frederic.

Acting on a tip, Polk County Sheriff’s deputies went to Denetz’s rural home on the evening of Nov. 6, where they observed him inside the home, but he refused to come to the door. Deputies saw him attempt to escape through a rear window, but he then went back in to the home for a moment before he exploded from the front of the home, past deputies and into the street.

Officers deployed canine officer Kaiser, who quickly tracked Denetz down and held

Local “Recall Walker” event Saturday SPOONER – An event this Saturday, Nov. 12, will feature speeches by regional state legislators and a U.S. congressional candidate who will spotlight the many reasons behind the Recall Walker petition drive, which begins in earnest Tuesday, Nov. 15. It will be held from noon to 3 p.m. at the Wisconsin Ag Research Station, W6646 Hwy. 70 in Spooner and is sponsored by the Washburn County Democratic Party.

And to warm up petition signature volunteers and other attendees on this

cool fall day, free chili, complete with all the fixins, will be served.

Speaking at the event will be state Sen. Bob Jauch, state Sen. Kathleen Vinehout, state Rep. Nick Milroy and former state Senator and U.S. congressional candidate Pat Kreitlow, and Mike McCabe, director of the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign.

For more information contact Susan Hansen at 715-468-7014. - from Democratic Party of Wisconsin

him until police were able to catch up and take him into custody.

According to Polk County Sheriff Peter Johnson, Denetz apparently struggled with the canine, but was quickly taken down and held by the dog. Officers Joshua Denetz arrived a short time later, and had to take Denetz to the hospital for medical treatment and clearance, before he was taken to jail, facing numerous charges.

Denetz had an active felony warrant from an incident that occurred on Aug 29, when a Frederic police officer had attempted to stop him for driving without a license, reckless driving and nonregistration of a vehicle. While attempting to pull Denetz over, he instead sped away at speeds over 100 mph in a Pontiac Firebird. The officer followed Dentez’s Pontiac, but later called off

the pursuit for safety reasons. The officer later doubled back and discovered Denetz’s Firebird near a farm field, where he had apparently gone off the road after the pursuit.

The officer was joined by sheriff deputies, who searched the area near the abandoned Pontiac, but they never found Denetz. He had not been seen since that incident, but did have several charges pending against him regardless.

Denetz is now facing a felony charge of fleeing an officer, on top of pending charges of operating without a valid drivers license (third), nonregistration, reckless driving and possibly more. He appeared before Judge Jeffery Anderson on Monday, Nov. 7, where he set a $500 cash bond, with a preliminary hearing set for Tuesday, Nov. 15.

He also has similar charges that were field against him from Burnett County.

Denetz has a lengthy history of run-ins with the law, going back over 15 years. His record includes convictions for theft, burglary, selling weapons to children, disorderly conduct, bail jumping, numerous driving violations and drug convictions.

Just a trim The Town of West Sweden is having trees trimmed around Young Lake to promote a better line of sight for drivers on 315th Avenue. Several large oaks that were marked to fall were saved by concerned citizens, who told town leaders the eagles perch and fish from those old oaks. The oaks were saved, to the joy of lake enthusiasts. - Photo by Wayne Anderson

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St. Croix Falls approves wireless technology plan

by Tammi Milberg Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – The school board for St. Croix Falls met Tuesday, Nov. 8, and approved a $31,939.41 wireless technology plan after hearing a presentation from teacher and school tech coordinator Brian Kray.

The board has discussed the issue previously, but the final numbers came in Tuesday. The board budgeted for the technology upgrade that will feature air ports in all classrooms with one air port serving 30-40 devices without losing band width. It also features a cloud management system that allows Kray to change passwords all at once. Cloud also allows for guests to access the Internet, but not have access to the network. Kray explained this is a great security measure and provides the school network with protection, while allowing school board members or other school visitors Internet access wirelessly.

Kray explained that this technology is something that the district can approve and be prepared for the next five years, not just upgrading for this year and the next year. The approval by the board unanimously by a roll call vote sets the wheels in motion for the technology to be running by second semester this school year. Another bid was received for the same equipment and install but it was $36,437.41. The lower bid was the obvious choice to the board.

In other business, the board also approved smartphones for the administra-

tors and for the athletic director, Paul Randolph. The smartphones allow the user to access school e-mail, calendars and more to stay connected to school when away from school. The plan itself is roughly $72 more a month, or $12 per phone outside of the phone purchases. The board determined the cost was not that much of an increase and that it is beneficial to have administration be able to stay connected to the school. Board member Brent McCurdy stated before the vote that he was opposed to the whole thing only because the phones will be used for personal use, and while he felt it was good for administrators to have smartphones and not have to carry around a business and personal phone, he was going to still vote no because of the personal-use aspect. The board voted and the motion carried 4-1 with McCurdy voting no.

The board discussed moving the annual meeting to the fourth Monday in October.

The reasoning is because when the numbers are estimated and approved at the September annual meeting, much of the information needed is unknown, and the budget and levy have to be redone. The later meeting would eliminate the need to tweak the numbers once the real numbers come in. The only requirement is that the final numbers have to be set by the end of October. Superintendent Glenn Martin indicated that the fourth Monday would allow time for another meeting to finalize anything if it was needed while still meeting the deadline. The board decided to discuss the option only, wait to hear back

from constituents and vote on changing the date at the next meeting.

The board also discussed another item that will be voted on at the next meeting, again to allow for any public input before voting. This is about extending the CESA contract for services for consultant Trish Graves. Graves helps coordinate curriculum and is currently a 20-percent employed consultant with the district. The district is implementing a writing initiative, PLC, co-teaching and is working on core standards in addition to curriculum.

Martin advocated for the extra hours indicating that other districts have full-time or even part-time contracts for this. Martin said it would be 20 more days or $12,000.

The money is in the budget, and Martin said Graves is contracted for 40 days currently.

Music teacher Shawn Gudmunsen presented to the board about his recent presentation at the Wisconsin Music Association Conference. Gudmunsen was one of seven people selected to present, and he presented on Musical Traditions of Uganda. This was his master’s project, and his paper was picked up at the conference by Music Educators Journal and American Psychology Association. He stated he did not know if it would be published yet, but it was picked up. Gudmunsen stated that his work with “Sam,” a man from Uganda who came to St. Croix Falls to help teach music and traditions, was part of his master’s project. He stated that Sam is coming back in April. Gudmunsen stated he was to teach in Uganda

this summer, but due to possible conflicts in the country, his visa was canceled for it.

Gudmunsen said his case is not one where his master’s is done and nothing happened, but through his passion for music, it can be put to more use. He stated that currently Sam is involved in a program rescuing children in Uganda who are being taken and put into military service.

They are being relocated to an undisclosed location and being taught trades.

The program is called Hope North and is getting some recognition now with help from celebrities like Scarlett Johansson, Susan Sarandon and Forest Whitaker. In conclusion, Gudmunsen read some student comments from 2002, 2003 and 2004, when Sam was here, about how positive the experience was and how much it helped them to value other cultures.

Reminders from the principals: •Nov. 11, Veterans Day at 10 a.m. in the high school gym. The program will be on the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. •The term ended Friday for the high school. Conferences are Thursday, Nov. 10, from 4-7:30 p.m.

•The middle school received an award for being in the top 10 percent for WKCE testing for reading and math. Joe Connors, middle school principal, commended former Principal Kathy Willow and the staff on the award.

•WKCE testing began in the elementary school this week. The rural dental clinic came Wednesday, Nov. 9, to provide dental services to children who wouldn’t otherwise have access to a dental visit.

No decision as Burnett weighs county police services

by Carl Heidel Leader staff writer SIREN - The discussion began back in June 2011 when members of the Siren Village Board approached the Burnett County Sheriff’s Department about the possibility of the village working out a contract with the county for police services. Last Wednesday, Nov. 2, the discussion moved to a joint meeting of the county’s administrative and public safety committees, but no decisions were reached.

Siren is facing the problem which is becoming more and more prevalent across Wisconsin as funding sources for municipalities shrink and budget demands grow.

There just isn’t enough money to go around, and cuts have to come somewhere.

In Siren’s case, the question is whether those cuts should come at the expense of the village’s police department. Is there some other way to provide police services at a lower cost to the village?

According to Sheriff Dean Roland, village board members have asked whether a contractual arrangement could be worked out with the county that would provide police coverage for the village through the sheriff’s department. He stated that at the moment everything is simply in an exploratory stage, and no formal request has been made for those

services.

At the joint committee meeting, Supervisor Gene Olson opened discussion of another possibility other than a contractual arrangement.

“Aren’t we (the county) obligated by law to furnish law enforcement (for the village)?” he asked.

And the discussion turned to the possibility that rather than a contractual arrangement, in which Siren would pay the county for services, the village might simply disband its police force and force the county to pick up full costs of those police services.

Throughout the discussion, the supervisors focused on the cost factors. “The cost for Burnett County is my only concern,” said Chairman Don Taylor.

And the precise cost was difficult to determine.

Roland provided figures that showed a cost estimate of $72,797.04 to the village for one year of 4,000 hours of services from the county under a contractual arrangement. Taylor estimated that it would cost the county $80,000-90,000 annually if there were no contract and the village simply eliminated its police force, and there was some question of whether the county would incur additional costs even with a contract.

“It looks to me like it’s gonna cost the county,” said Taylor. Supervisor Gerald Pardun added, “We’d be putting service

dollars just into one village. I don’t know if that’s best.”

Chris Sybers, Siren Police chief, suggested problems other than the dollar costs. He said that his department staff has worked for more than 6,000 hours this year, and that he has proposed an operating cost figure for the 2012 village budget based on a total of 6,240 staff hours. His contention is that the proposed 4,000 hours of service from the county to the village under a contractual agreement is too little to give adequate police coverage to the village.

When Taylor questioned whether there would be a lower level of services to the village with any kind of county operation, Sybers said that there definitely would be a reduction in the level of services. He also linked the potential for a rise in crime to the reduction of service levels.

In discussion subsequent to the meeting, he said that over the past year his department has increased police visibility in the community, and this has contributed to a reduction in crime in the village. He fears that under a county operation that would reduce the number of hours of service, visibility would decrease and crime would rise.

Janet Hunter, Siren Village Board president, commented that the village board is researching several possibilities for police services. Contacts have been made with

the Webster Police Department for possible joint operations, but nothing has come of that. One concern in such a joint venture appears to be loss of local control over the law enforcement activities.

Olson then raised the possibility of a domino effect occurring. “We need to be proactive,” he said, “and anticipate the possibility that other villages will do this (seek county provision of police services).”

As the discussion continued to move around questions of cost, Roland indicated that he would work within whatever budgetary constraints he faced. “I always make it work with what I have,” he said.

At the end of the meeting cost figures remained a key concern to the supervisors. Olson reiterated his concern that the county had no choice but to furnish services to the village, and Taylor repeated his concern for what the actual cost to the county might be.

As the meeting drew to a close, Supervisor Maury Miller seemed to speak for the rest of the supervisors. “We need to know the real cost,” he said.

The discussion now returns to the Siren Village Board for further exploration of possibilities and for a possible decision on how best to provide adequate police services for the village as the financial burdens grow.

Man faces meth charge after inviting cop in Leaves drugs on top of TV during police interview

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – A 30-year-old St. Croix Falls man is facing several criminal charges after he was mistakenly stopped for a driving violation, but was arrested for numerous other violations when he went to his home to prove his innocence.

Jared T. Norlander was pulled over on the evening of Sunday, Nov. 6, after a St.

Croix Falls police officer saw him driving and believed he had an expired driver’s license.

However, Norlander had in fact cleared his previous violation and was reinstated, which he told the officer he could prove if he took him home.

When the officer released Norlander into his home, he told him he would need to go with him into the home. While Norlander searched through paperwork to find his reinstatement information, the officer noticed a 10”x10” mirror atop the TV with a powdery white substance, cut into

lines.

When asked what it was, Norlander said it looked like cocaine. The officer performed a test on the substance and found it to be methamphetamine.

The officer obtained a search warrant upon the discovery and also found more meth, paraphernalia, notebooks on drugs, marijuana and a scale.

Norlander was taken back into custody and charged with felony meth possession, two counts of felony bail jumping and misdemeanor charges for possessing a switchblade knife, marijuana and para-

phernalia.

He appeared before Judge Jeffery Anderson on Monday, Nov. 7, where he imposed a $3,000 cash bond. His next court appearance has been scheduled for Monday, Nov. 14, where Anderson will determine if enough evidence exists to move charges ahead to trial.

Norlander has a lengthy history of runins with the law, mainly for driving violations. But he does have pending criminal charges of battery, DUI, strangulation, disorderly conduct and bail jumping, on top of the latest allegations.

Gingerbread open house planned

TAYLORS FALLS, Minn. – First Evangelical Lutheran Church of Taylors Falls will be hosting an open house on Saturday, Nov. 26, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., as a part of the Taylors Falls Lighting Festival.

A display of gingerbread houses is a

takeoff on the Taylors Falls Public Library’s eave-line gingerbread and embellishments at the front peak. Families are encouraged to design and decorate their own gingerbread houses for display. Call the church office at 651-465-5265 for infor-

mation and directions.

Submissions should be in by Wednesday, Nov. 23.

Other items will be available for purchase at the church, such as maple syrup, choir CDs, commemorative ornaments

and cookbooks.

Nativity scenes from diverse sources will also be on display.

For more Lighting Festival events, schedule and map, please visit www.lightingfestival.com. - submitted

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Team effort leads to national 4-H dairy bowl win

Polk County’s four-person dairy quiz bowl team tops the competition in first national contest competition

LOUISVILLE, Ky. - At the 32nd-annual North American 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl contest, held at the famous North American International Livestock Exposition in Louisville, Ky., on Saturday, Nov. 5, 17 teams were in attendance.

“Yes!” Wisconsin’s Ethan Dado cheered, with arms flung above his head; his fast math skills allowing him to calculate the final score before it was even announced.

Wisconsin’s Polk County four-person dairy quiz bowl team topped the competition in their first national contest competition.

The dairy bowl program encourages youth to increase their dairy knowledge as they prepare for the contest. They learn life skills - critical thinking, decision making, problem solving, communication skills and independent thinking – when preparing for competition. They also gain knowledge in dairy nutrition, milk quality, herd health, breeding and genetics, marketing, dairy foods and calf raising.

Dairy bowls have an extensive reach at the local, state and national level.

Polk County’s senior dairy bowl team topped the state 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl contest in February, earning the right to represent Wisconsin at the national contest. They outperformed 13 other senior teams, consisting of youth between the ages of 15 and 19. The Polk County team members are Bethany and Ethan Dado of Amery, Brett Getschel and Chris Rassier, both of Osceola. Sending the winning county team makes Wisconsin unique.

Most states select their top four 4-H’ers as their representatives. Wisconsin and Polk County had an advantage this year. Team members aren’t just acquaintances, they know each other’s strengths, and genuinely like each other. It is hard to create a new team each year with youth from across the state who may have never even met each other. They might be a team in name, but not necessarily in spirit.

Their coach, Patti Hurtgen, announced, “I love this team’s energy! They each bring unique skill sets that mesh well with each other. And the best part is that they have a lot of fun together. There is no member who holds themselves in higher regard. They win as a team, they take defeat as a team. No finger-pointing, no blaming, just ‘we’ll be ready next time.’

They are the essence of a team. I wish all who work with young people, whether as sports coaches, teachers, or club advisors, get to experience this type of unselfishness and synergy by those they mentor at some point in their lives. Proud does not even come close to describing it.”

The sources and materials used to form questions are nearly endless, as new information and dairy research is conducted daily. The material the Polk County youth study has accumulated from the last 10 years of questions and material.

The national 4-H contest is different than many breed dairy bowl contests. A 50-question, short-answer, written test is taken the night before the contest and counts the next day. Scores from five questions from each team member are tallied for each round, for a possible 100 points per round. However, the actual scores that the team earned on the test are not known.

Osceola’s Chris Rassier has been participating in dairy bowl for six years. This senior wrestles at Osceola High School and was part of Osceola’s second-place FFA dairy judging team in 2011. Chris’ showmanship skills earned him an opportunity to compete in the very first showmanship contest at the Wisconsin championship show in 2010. His educational display took the top spot in the Wisconsin Holstein Association’s contest and advanced to national competition in 2009.

Chris’ firsthand dairy knowledge comes through his managerial 4-H project at Horse Creek Holsteins in Star Prairie.

Chris has had the opportunity to work on the dairy and, just like his teammates, has shown animals at the county and state fair.

The team’s coach Hurtgen does not live in Polk County; she resides in Fort Atkinson, five hours away. She relies on Gwen Dado and Ginny Rassier to do a lot of the face-to-face practices. “I know this team would not be as prepared without the Polk County team that represented Wisconsin 4-H at the 2011 North American 4-H Dairy Quiz help of Gwen and Ginny. They not only support the time commitment it demands Bowl contest, (seated) were: Patti Hurtgen, coach, and Brett Getschel, Osceola; standing: from their children, but they invest their Bethany Dado, Amery; Ethan Dado, Amery; and Chris Rassier, Osceola. – Photos submitted own time as well. They have full-time careers, yet carve the time from their schedOnly the two scorekeepers are privy to out the final win. I wanted them to finally ules to benefit of all of Polk County’s those numbers until they are revealed know the exhilaration of winning that has dairy bowl members, not just their own after the team and toss-up questions have previously eluded them.” They worked children. They are invaluable and I do not been answered. Another set of points is extremely hard for this victory, and they take their commitment and contributions earned when answering the discussion aren’t soon to forget it! lightly. They were both teachers and we Brett Getschel, a graduate of Osceola draw on those talents often,” commented questions. During this time, team members can discuss their answers to five High School, attends University of Wis- Hurtgen. questions and the team captain provides consin – River Falls. In addition to his The distance makes group practices the group’s collaborative answers to the dairy bowl experience, Brett is an accom- more difficult, and each practice has panel of three judges. The 20 toss-up ques- plished dairy cattle judge. At the national greater significance. The team has Skype tions are when the individual team mem- 4-H contest in 2010, he was named an all- sessions, receives e-mail blasts, has Facebers can buzz in and showcase their areas American and was the high individual in book chats, and YouTube videos to watch. of knowledge. After three different team the Jersey breed. In May, he helped his “I try to tailor the mode of learning to each members correctly answer a question, a Osceola FFA dairy judging team earn sec- individual youth. If they learn better by four-part bonus question is offered to that ond place overall in the Wisconsin FFA hearing information, I make audio recordteam only. If all parts are correct, a maxi- contest while earning the highest score ings. If they like the interaction of chatting mum of 20 points are rewarded. If seg- overall of competitors on the written test. online, I type one question at a time and ments are correct, partial credit it given. On the national level, he placed in the top wait for an answer, then type the next The judges are all university professors or six in the national Dairy Jeopardy contest question,” shares Hurtgen. dairy extension specialists. And that was in 2010. Brett lives on a 60-cow dairy with These young people are so enjoyable to the deciding factor ... Wisconsin’s bal- his parents and three siblings. He not only work with. They want to learn, so they anced team approach earned them 40 works with the cows, but is heavily in- put the time into studying on their own bonus points to New York’s 10. In the final volved with the crop production on the and in groups. They read material, watch round, Wisconsin’s Chris Rassier correctly farm. His knowledge of soils, crops and videos, take quizzes and listen to recorded answered toss-up question 19 with “ma- fertilizer was a huge asset to the team. questions. When they can see what they Bethany Dado began her senior year learned applied on dairy farms, they connure,” earning 15 points, which gave Wisconsin a bonus, which the team answered this fall. In 2010, she was the high individ- nect the book knowledge to the hands-on correctly. Those 35 points pushed them ual in the national 4-H Dairy Cattle Judg- learning. This is when the information repast New York to win 275-265. Wisconsin ing contest. Dado just completed her reign ally takes root and the material is truly went undefeated through five rounds of as Amery’s first princess. Bethany cur- learned, and not just memorized. competition. New York was seeking its rently serves as president of Amery FFA Teams attended the awards banquet on 10th national championship, but fell just and represented Wisconsin at the national Saturday evening where the top six teams short, losing its only two matches to Wis- FFA convention in the creed speaking con- were recognized. The participants with consin to take second. Third place went to test in 2009. She also placed second in the the highest written test score from the Minnesota, followed by Maryland, Iowa, state FFA discussion meet in 2011. night before were also announced. WisEthan Dado is a junior at Amery High consin’s Brett Getschel earned sixth on the and Illinois earned honorable mention.

Polk juniors have been actively partici- School and the most experienced team written test, outpacing his teammates, pating in dairy bowl since 2004. Thirty- member, with seven years of dairy bowl with Ethan in eighth, and Chris in ninth. two different Polk County youth have under his belt. He was the third high inDr. Donna M. Amaral-Phillips, Extenparticipated in this dairy knowledge com- dividual at the 2011 Wisconsin FFA dairy sion professor and Extension dairy nutripetition over the past eight years. The judging contest. Ethan was also a member tionist at the University of Kentucky, has team didn’t win a single match the first of Wisconsin’s top 4-H dairy judging team been the contest superintendent for 23 two years they competed, but their dedi- last year. In the national Dairy Jeopardy years, and she confirmed that competition cation to improve and learn more about contest, Ethan placed fourth in the inter- this year was spirited. Even though last mediate division in 2010. He serves as year featured 20 teams, Phillips said the Wisconsin’s dairy industry persisted.

The Polk County team members have treasurer of Amery FFA and is a valuable turnout of 17 teams this year is an indica22 years of cumulative dairy bowl experi- member of Amery’s track and cross-coun- tion that youth training emphasis in the ence. And each member has four state try teams. dairy industry remains strong, even in the Bethany and Ethan live on a 450 regis- current challenging economy. final-round appearances between 4-H and junior holstein contests. “They needed all tered Holstein dairy. They are very inThe Dairy Quiz Bowl started in 1980 of the lessons from every one of their prac- volved with the calf and heifer care on the and has always been held in conjunction tices and contests to manage the high- farm. They do the feeding and vaccinat- with the North American International. pressure situations today,” remarked their ing, as well as the cleaning of calf huts and That exposition is the largest purebred coach of eight years, Hurtgen. “They all heifer barn. During fieldwork time, they livestock exposition in the world. know what it feels like to walk away with- both operate the skid steers and tractors.

Brett Getschel, Bethany Dado, Chris Rassier and Ethan Dado study prior to the written test.

Wisconsin 4-H prepares to hear their team discussion question in their match with Michigan 4-H.

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Burnett deputy receives commendations Commendations received from U.S. Attorney and FBI

by Carl Heidel Leader staff writer SIREN - In his monthly report to the Burnett County Public Safety Committee at its meeting Thursday, Nov. 3, Sheriff Dean Roland announced that Deputy Detective Julie Mead has received commendations from both the FBI and the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin. Mead was instrumental in a major federal stolen property investigation and prosecution of a multistate theft ring led

by Eric Edward Garvey.

U.S. Attorney John W. Vaudreuil wrote Roland, and called Mead’s work “outstanding,” and “exemplary.” “Through hard work and dedication, Detective Mead played an integral role in a true team effort,” said Vaudreuil. “This office is honored to work with her, and your department should be very proud of her success and accomplishments in this

extremely important case,” he commented.

Robert S. Mueller III, director of the U.S. Department of Justice, FBI, wrote, “Detective Mead deserves special recognition for the impressive manner in which she conBurnett County tributed to this joint Deputy Julie Mead re- endeavor.” He conceived commenda- tinued, “She pertions for her role in formed her duties in the investigation of a the highest tradimultistate theft ring. - tions of effective law Photo submitted enforcement, and this case certainly serves as a model for interagency cooperation.”

Vaudreuil’s letter sketches some of the details of the incidents that led to the investigation. According to the records, Garvey was leader of a multistate theft ring that burglarized John Deere imple-

ment dealerships, landscaping companies, ministorage warehouses, auto and truck dealerships, construction companies, residences, vacation cabins, and businesses that sold all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles and trailers. The thefts began in Northwest Wisconsin in 2005.

In August 2008, an informal task force was created by the FBI, the sheriffs’ departments of the counties of Burnett, Polk, Barron, Chippewa, Dunn and St. Croix, and the New Richmond Police Department. These agencies conducted the investigation that resulted in the arrest and successful prosecution of members of the theft ring and the recovery of stolen property.

Mead took a lead role in the investigation. Mueller noted that, “It was her initial interview with one of the defendants that led to the identification of Garvey as the leader of the ring. She also executed a search warrant at one of the defendants homes, took a lead role in organizing and compiling the numerous theft and interview reports, conducted an analysis of the defendants telephone records, and pro-

duced essential charts and graphs for trial purposes.”

Defendants Jeffrey Olson and Toby Thomas were tried and convicted in Burnett County Circuit Court. Defendants Chad Wyttenbach and Victor Trejo pleaded guilty and were sentenced in federal court. Leader of the theft ring, Garvey, was found guilty following a four-day jury trial, and then sentenced to 7-1/2 years in prison, and ordered to pay $211,000 in restitution. Garvey’s prison term will run concurrent to another prison sentence he received for distribution of methamphetamine.

“Detective Mead’s work in this case was exemplary,” Vaudreuil concluded. “She worked tirelessly on every aspect of the case, including interviews, grand jury work, plea hearings and the Garvey sentencing.”

Said Mueller, “I join my colleagues in expressing our appreciation to Detective Mead for her exemplary support and our congratulations for a job well done.”

Clowning workshop offered at Festival Theatre

Students will learn to take pleasure in standing in the spotlight and developing a sense of complicity with their audiences.

Mock noted, “In a world that is constantly

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exercising while working at Festival Theatre this holiday season. Starting Saturday, Dec. 3, audiences will see Mock’s sensitive side as she portrays Ma in “A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas” and she also performs the role of the sarcastic and quick-witted stage manager, M.J., in “Inspecting Carol,” which opens Saturday, Nov. 26, the same weekend of the Taylors Falls Lighting Festival.

Workshops are capped at 15 and are set at a minimum of six. Registration for session one ends on Saturday, Dec. 10, at 4 p.m. Registration for session two ends on Saturday, Dec. 17, at 4 p.m. For participants enrolling in both sessions, registration will be due by Dec. 10. To register, call the Festival Theatre box office at 715483-3387, or on-line at www.festivaltheatre.org. - submitted

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asking us to be faster, stronger, smarter, better, the clown asks us to simply just be.”

Session one begins by building basic skills in spatial awareness and complicity.

Through exploration of a variety of activities, class members develop their own playful state and sense of comic timing.

This session focuses on the red nose and solo work.

The second session features other activities geared toward the exploration of the playful state, comic timing and the idea of complicity with an audience. Session two focuses on comic duos, trios and boss clowns. Those enrolled in session two will be given the opportunity to devise and rehearse their own clown situations and stories. Mock’s instruction includes an introduction into the neighboring world of pathetic clown and tragic clown in this session.

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ST. CROIX FALLS - Teresa Mock brings her expertise in clowning to Festival Theatre this December via a series of two workshops that focus on a simple clown utilizing the classic and unforgettable tool, the red nose.

The workshops take place on two consecutive Tuesdays, Dec. 13 and Dec. 20. Each session includes a dinner break, starts at 4 p.m. and lasts until 8 p.m. and is open to youth and adults (age 11 and up).

The workshops build off one another, but registrants have the option of attending one or both. Both sessions explore the beauty of being present and the pleasure of play. Often called “the smallest mask in the world,” the red nose helps students find themselves at their most open, vulnerable, sensitive, human and ridiculous moments.

Mock explained, “Clowning trains us to find the game in any moment and to value and respect our own unique spontaneity.”

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No levy increase in $55 million 2012 budget

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – Smaller, more efficient government. No increase in property taxes. Major savings from restructuring of county departments.

Funding of board priorities. Solid fund balances.

These are some of the goals met by the proposed 2012 Polk County budget which will have it final public hearing Tuesday, Nov. 15, at 7 p.m. After more discussion, the Polk County Board will adopt a budget for the coming year, just in time for preparation of the property tax bills.

The November county board meeting starts at 6 p.m. at the government center building in Balsam Lake and is open to the public.

The goals listed above are the budget highlights picked out by county Administrator Dana Frey when he presented his 2012 budget recommendations in September. He said the budget “follows the direction of the Polk County Board of Supervisors to efficiently and effectively provide services. ”Since early September, the proposed budget has been reviewed twice by the county board and at least twice by each governing committee with only minor changes made.

County government is large, but 70 percent of the budget and 94 percent of the levy go to six departments and county debt. The largest total budgets are human services ($8 million), Golden Age Manor ($7.8 million), law enforcement ($7.1 million), and highway ($6.3 million). Other large expenses are for debt ($4.1 million), buildings ($2 million), and health ($1.8 million). All other parts of county government account for the remaining 30 percent.

There is a different story when the budget is looked at from the revenue side and where the property tax levy dollars go. Some of the largest departments receive a majority of their budgets from state and federal sources, including human services, health and highway.

Golden Age Manor is self-supporting currently and receives no levy dollars. That leaves law enforcement, the sheriff’s department, as the largest part of the levy at $6.6 million or 31.6 percent of the $21 million levy. The other large levy expenses are debt ($4.1 million or 19.5 percent), human services ($3.6 million/17.2 percent), highway ($2.9 million/14.2 percent) and buildings ($1.5 million/7.2 percent).

All other county expenses take less than 10 percent of the levy.

The proposed 2012 Polk County budget is smaller than the current 2011 budget and has a tax rate slightly below the 2011 levy.

Polk budget available in full detail Transparency is a county goal

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – The entire Polk County 2012 proposed budget is available for study. The county Web site co.polk.wi.us includes information on the entire budget and how it was prepared and revised.

Under County Links on the home page, click Budget/Fiscal Reports. All the entries under 2012 Budget Preparation relate to the process. This includes county Administrator Dana Frey’s 2012 budget recommendations with explanations, the

county board’s priorities of county services, budget details for each department and a list of expected capital projects for the next five years. The minutes of the October county board meeting, which include changes proposed by supervisors, are also included.

In addition, the Web site includes the budget for the current year, Frey’s annual report on the condition of Polk County, and his citizens guide to the budget.

And if this is not enough information, Polk County residents can call the county administration department and their supervisors.

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It’s National American Indian Heritage Month American Indian Heritage Month. In Wisconsin, there are about 5,500 Native American veterans. Hundreds of Wisconsin Native Americans are currently serving on active duty and in the Wisconsin National Guard.

As part of National American Indian Heritage Month, the Wisconsin Veterans Museum will be hosting a special presentation, “Brave and Enduring Soldiers: The Civil War Service of the Green Bay Tribes,” on Thursday, Nov. 17, from 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at the museum’s education center in Madison. Archivist Russ Horton will discuss the role soldiers from the Menominee, Oneida and StockbridgeMunsee tribes had in the Civil War and its outcome, highlighting the service of some individuals and two large concentrations of Native American troops – the Menominee in Company K. 37th Wisconsin Infantry and the Oneida in Companies F and G, 14th Wisconsin Infantry.

The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs encourages all tribal veterans with any questions about benefits or services that they may be eligible for to contact their Tribal Veteran Services Officer.

Contact information for the St. Croix Tribe: St. Croix Tribe Veterans Office, 715349-2195 Ext. 252, maryh@ stcroixtribalcenter.com. - submitted

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MADISON – Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary John Scocos today made the following statement regarding Native American veterans and tribal members who are currently serving in each branch of the armed forces: “Veterans Day is a very special day for Americans to take time to remember and honor all those who have ever worn the uniform in service to our great nation, and to hold in our thoughts those who are currently serving. It’s also a day we should honor the families and communities that support these fine men and women.

“It’s only appropriate that National American Indian Heritage Month and Veterans Day coincide. Native Americans in Wisconsin, and nationwide, have a long and important history of military service, from the Revolutionary War through the current conflicts in the Middle East. The service of Native Americans has helped make this country great.

“To our Native American military veterans we thank you all for your dedication and your service. Every decade, every year, every day of our country’s existence, we owe you a great deal. You have endeavored to ensure our freedom and our heritage. For that, we all extend our gratitude.”

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It was mentioned recently that children should start their own occupy movement to “take back” Halloween. It’s become a scary holiday in more ways than one - statistics claiming that it’s the average adult’s “spendiest and busiest” holiday of the year - and we’re guessing not all that attention and money is for kids at least not to the percentage it used to be.

Although it’s not “fun,” we would hope Veterans Day - Nov. 11 - can garner at least a fraction of that kind of attention - even though the day was never intended to be marked with parades or patriotic fervor. It’s a solemn occasion for sure, honoring the sacrifices of all veterans.

For many of us - even those growing old as part of the baby boomer generation, the meaning of the day has become obscure over time.

Veterans Day was once titled Armistice Day, set for the 11th of November because that’s the day in 1918 when Germany signed an armistice agreement ending World War I, which was once billed as the “war to end all wars,” by then-President Woodrow Wilson.

In the 1950s, the name was changed to Veterans Day. The teaching of patriotism to our children doesn’t come easy for many of us today, especially if there are no veterans among the living members of a family.

But it’s important to teach just the same. Just a bit of genealogy would likely place most of us among the survivors of those who served or gave their lives for our freedom.

This Friday, take the time to attend a memorial event, talk with a veteran or simply give a thought about a veteran you may know - and to the price we continue to pay for peace and democracy.

It’s important that we never forget that price.

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Open enrollment - the program that went into effect in 1999 to give public school students the right to attend a school outside of the school district they live in - is having quite an impact statewide - and locally.

One of the more interesting aspects of the program are the reasons behind decisions to leave one school and go to another.

The spread of online schools within a district has helped drive numbers in recent years, according to the Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance. Grantsburg, for example, is among the five districts with the largest net gains through open enrollment, due to a virtual school offering.

But for most districts, it’s a curious mix of factors.

In neighboring Washburn County, for example, Spooner and Northwood (Minong) have lost students over the past two years. Enough to hurt the bottom line, financially, through substantial loss of state aid.

Spooner saw a gain of 23 students through open enrollment from 2009-11 but lost 209 for a net loss of 180 students. Superintendent Don Haack said a survey a few years ago showed that some of those lost students had moved into the district but continued to attend the same school. Some felt they wanted smaller classroom size for their children, perhaps in hopes of more individualized attention for their children.

Shell Lake - which has gained 59 students over the past two years - a very healthy growth spurt - has attracted students through open enrollment for a number of reasons, according to Superintendent Jim Connell.

“Small class size is a part it,” he said. “We have an in-depth curriculum and course offering schedule for a district our size. The referendum that passed five years ago is huge. It sends the message that people in the community care about the school and the students. The referendum has provided the opportunity to keep programs, field trips, small class sizes, timely equipment purchases, and the list goes on. ” After 12 years and seven failed building referendums, Spooner, ironically, has a new state-of-the-art high school, but must have some empty classrooms based on the recent declining enrollment.

Birchwood is another district in Washburn County that has benefited from open enrollment - gaining 114 students over the past two years.

Superintendent Frank Helquist said some of the parents new to his district say they chose Birchwood because of its innovation and push for positive school change and offering more options for students - even during difficult budget times.

“They like the variety of classes and programs that their students can be involved with,” he said. “An example is we have two charter schools as options, whereas our neighbors rarely have any.” He noted that Birchwood has unique programs such as the High Mileage Vehicle Program that has won state titles in Wisconsin and Minnesota competitions.

And, Helquist said, in a small school, if a student goes out for a sport, or any extra curricular activity, they are included.

In many cases, no one knows the reason why but the student and parents themselves - but the issue is a fascinating one that school officials and board members will likely continue to study - and hopefully learn from.

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• Letters to the editor • On the road for United Way As the honorary spokesperson for United Way St. Croix Valley this year, it was my pleasure to serve as host for the 2011 campaign film. I was “On the Road” throughout the three-county area served

by United Way St. Croix Valley. I saw, firsthand, the good things that occur each year because of community support for the United Way campaign.

Our first stop was United Way’s Food Resource Center in Hudson where surplus food is trucked in and distributed to area pantries and shelters. Hungry families have received over 650,000 pounds of food, the equivalent of a half million meals, since the warehouse opened.

Next, we traveled to Baldwin to visit Family Resource Center St. Croix Valley.

The Resource Center is a partner in the United Way Success by Six initiative. This program gives parents the tools they need to ensure their children will successfully grow and learn. Children, families and communities are strengthened through parent education, resources and support.

In Balsam Lake, I spoke with Pat who told me how volunteers from Interfaith Caregivers of Polk County help her and other seniors remain in their homes. Pat told me that “Polk County is really blessed to have Interfaith.” Volunteers provide rides, friendly visits, help with chores and caregiver support.

Our final stop was at Grace Place in Somerset. I listened as Shana and Robert told me how their lives were changed because this transitional housing shelter provided their family a safe temporary home. Shana said Grace Place “gave them hope.”

My daylong road trip took me behind the scenes to learn about four of the over 70 programs and services funded through the annual fundraising appeal. A single gift to United Way provides emergency assistance, programs for children and assistance for the elderly. United Way St. Croix Valley’s mission is to unite communities, focus resources and measurably improve lives.

Your help is needed.

Volunteer in your community and please give generously to United Way St. Croix Valley’s community campaign. Visit www.unitedwaystcroix.org to view the campaign film and donate online.

Jason Davis Town of St. Joseph Editor’s note: Jason Davis is the host/executive producer of 5 Eyewitness News “On the Road with Jason Davis.”

Football team expresses gratitude The Frederic Vikings football team and coaches would like to express gratitude to all of the people involved in sponsoring the communitywide celebration in recognition of the Vikings conference championship season. It took a lot of hard work by a number of people to pull off an event such as this.

We especially want to acknowledge Brad and Paula Domagala and Steve “Bean” and Vonnie Anderson for all being This fall, Gov. Walker called for another special session on jobs, leading to a busy fall session that included a large package of both special session and regular session bills aimed at fiscally responsible job creation. This past week, the Assembly wrapped up the final fall session with two marathon sessions that went well into the night and the following mornings.

Two of the most important pieces of legislation included in the special session made changes to the WHEDA program.

The first was Special Session Senate Bill 2, which will increase access to capital for Wisconsin businesses by reforming the program to include additional job creators and removing burdensome restrictions on program participation. SS-SB 2 changes the definition of small business from a business with 50 or fewer employees to 250 or fewer employees, drastically increasing the number of businesses that will be eligible. One of the main reasons

the driving force in this event. Gratitude to everyone that helped in any way.

The football team would also like to extend heartfelt gratitude to the entire community for their support this season and to everyone that supported them in the Community Service Fundraising Project.

Ken Belanger and the Frederic football team and coaches Frederic

Leaving avolition behind You know when you reach the givingup point. There is only one option left, the bed, with its warm down blanket waiting to be pulled up and over your body from toes to your head, shielding you from the outside world.

The darkness under the blanket is a soothing relief from the outside world. It helps to beckon sleep, moving you into the dream world: free of the despair, the perceived failures, the lack of hope, leftbehind life goals and desires. You fool yourself into believing it will all go away, this living. This is avolition.

Avolition is forcing its way into people’s lives pushing out its antonym, hope. Its comes in the mail in the form of a pending eviction notice. It appears on the side of a highway as a blown rod or a cracked radiator in an old Plymouth Duster. It’s in the cold November air of some basement apartment when the power company shuts off the heat for unpaid bills. It’s in the ink on the check overdraft-charge statements. It builds and builds until it reaches a crescendo of voices screaming, “Give up. Give up. Hope is dead.”

I know many who hear these voices.

They want to give up. They are the renters on the verge of eviction. They are the homeowners on the verge of foreclosure.

Bills are piling up on their dining room tables, spilling out of kitchen cabinets. They can’t afford to pay for medications for ailments from depression to Crohn’s. Car insurance is lapsing. Car in disrepair: bald tires, clings and clangs, blower fans soundless. The crescendo of voices is gaining ground. What to do? What to do?

They ask themselves this question over and over again. No answer comes. Politicians accuse them. Shame them. Blame them. The politician’s rhetoric feeds the avolition. Like cockroaches to cookie crumbs, avolition consumes. It consumes any vestiges of hope, dreamed futures. Its purpose - darkness under a blanket.

It happens. Yes, it happens. It comes in the form of a friendly voice. They can hear the sound of muffled words from under the blanket; words not understandable but tones and inflections recognizable, soothing and caring. They see the fingers of hands pulling the blanket away from them, revealing their vulnerabilities and fears. The words are understandable now.

“We can get through this. We can get through this. We ... we ... we.”

Paul Kuhlmann St. Croix Falls Housing Support Specialist Midtown Square Building St. Cloud, Minn.

Close a library? Oh no!

Polk County has the distinction of paying for a county library when other coun-

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Severson 28th District Assembly that this program has been underutilized is the cap on loan amounts at $200,000.

This bill increases the cap to $750,000 in order to help increase capital for start-up businesses and expansion of current businesses.

The other important change to the WHEDA program came from Special Session Senate Bill 20. This legislation will make it easier for agricultural businesses to receive low-interest loans that will allow them to expand and hire new employees. The changes in SS-SB 20 affect the CROP program by lowering the minimum loan amount from $30,000 to

ties have closed theirs. The only other county library in Wisconsin is operated by La Crosse County. Maybe the county board will have the courage to act this year.

We are part of the state-funded Indianhead Federated Library System, which provides library technical services to 10 counties, the same services that Polk County’s librarian provides to some of the nine local libraries. All local libraries are eligible to use the services of the IFLS. The IFLS staff of 15 in Eau Claire was specifically set up to eliminate the need for counties to finance their own library services.

Now, proponents are trying to save the county facility by citing two programs: books by mail and books for the jail. The books for the jail are funded by a grant, and there probably is plenty of space for books since the jail only has 90 filled beds of about 160 available. Our neighboring counties in the IFLS rely upon the Eau Claire office to mail out the books, just as they rely on their technical services. Not Polk County. Our county prefers to do it ourselves.

The issue of the county library has come before the county board several times, but the board can’t bring itself to cut out a service, even one that is already financed by the state. Three years ago, Dec. 31, 2008, the county librarian boasted on Amery’s public radio station that she “lined up her friends and supporters to speak up” at that year’s budgetary hearing and dominated the hearing and the letters to the editor.

Polk County’s county library costs about $150,000 of tax levy annually. I think that money could be better spent on home health care, a program always on the chopping block.

JoAnn Hallquist Rural Amery

Enough is enough For 10 months now, Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has torn our state apart.

Since taking office in January, Walker has attacked the rights of Wisconsin workers, passed an undemocratic voter ID bill, and done the bidding of the Koch brothers and his deep-pocketed corporate backers at every turn.

The people of Wisconsin can’t afford four full years of Walker as our governor.

Just days before we begin collecting signatures, Walker’s fellow Republicans are attempting to add a new requirement that all recall petitions must be notarized.

Walker knows we have the energy and the support needed to recall him now, but rather than letting your voice be heard, he’s trying to put up roadblocks to impede the recall process and sully our democracy.

Folks who’d like to learn more about the effort to recall Walker and Rebecca Kleefisch, his lieutenant governor, are invited to meet at the Spooner Ag. Research Station on Saturday, Nov. 12, from noon-3 p.m. There will be free chili, great speeches, live music, recall stuff, and training.

Hundreds of Washburn County citizens have pledged to sign recall petitions when the time came. The time is Nov. 15. Finally, time to take back our state. Enough $2,000 and raising the maximum loan amount from $100,000 to $150,000. It is often difficult for farmers to get access to low-interest loans, especially in rural communities. The WHEDA program seeks to help farmers and agricultural businesses gain access to capital in order to help them expand and grow. This legislation passed the Assembly by a unanimous vote of 95-0.

Outside of the special session, we have been hard at work this fall working to pass legislation that will help to create jobs. A lack of leadership in Washington has led to a struggling national economy, which has made our efforts here in Wisconsin that much more difficult, but also that much more important. The Washington solution of just throwing money at the problem will not work because government cannot create jobs, only the private sector can. We need to get government out of the way by eliminating burdensome and costly regulations.

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When is a tax not a tax?

In 2004, Congress authorized The Federal Emergency Management Agency to begin revising floodplain maps of the entire U.S. In 2006, this process was started at a rapid pace. In the fall of 2011, the chickens came home to roost in Luck.

A group of homeowners received a letter from our respective banks demanding that we purchase flood insurance within 45 days or they will purchase it for us. Of course, when confronted, the bank and the village for that matter, claimed no hand in this; FEMA’s new map of the village puts your property in a floodplain.

As all red-blooded Americans in this day and age I’m thinking, bank and FEMA equals scam, and as it turns out I’m not that far off.

After doing some research it appears FEMA gets a 40-percent cut off the top of all flood insurance in the U.S. Also, if you believe a fellow named Rob Rash who happens to be a chief engineer of a levy district, and his video on YouTube, youtube/W43-MaenmD4, who claims he was privy to a FEMA meeting in that the FEMA spokesperson said FEMA owes 20 billion to the U.S. treasury for Rita and Katrina disasters and the only way they can get this money is to expand the floodplains. It makes no difference that there has never been a record of a flood in the village of Luck.

So I and a couple of neighbors have to get an elevation survey done at our expense, and this may or may not get us out of the floodplain. Flood insurance is not cheap, my neighbors have had estimates of $800 to $1,400 a year. So, when is a tax not a tax? Never - it’s always a tax.

Dennis Kern Luck

Remember?

Tommy, Remember when we were kids growing up across the street from one another?

They didn’t have organized sports then, so we would choose up sides to play baseball. We never had enough players so right of second base was foul. We did the same for basketball, too. Three on a side was the norm. I still chuckle at the time we played tackle football after the big rainstorm. All of us were covered from head to toe with mud. We thought it was really funny. And it was, until we got home and our mothers saw us. We used to play war in your backyard. If you got shot you counted to 10 and you were “alive” again.

Then on Dec. 27, 1967, you were shot in a land we never heard of as kids. There was no counting 10. Today your name is carved on a black granite wall.

Tommy, I will not forget.

Rest in peace, Lance Corporal Thomas A. Varner Jr., USMC Freddie (Fred Grimh) Frederic Our work in Madison is far from over; we still have a long way to go to get Wisconsin back to work. Before this session is over we need to pass legislation that will allow for the mining of iron ore here in Wisconsin. One mine alone will create thousands of jobs both directly and indirectly in northern Wisconsin. Earlier this month, the Assembly Committee on Jobs, Economy and Small Business held an informal hearing in Hurley in order to meet with the local people about this legislation. The response from the hearing was overwhelmingly supportive. The people there understand that mining is part of Wisconsin’s heritage and that this will bring a major influx of jobs to an area of the state that is struggling with high unemployment. It is important that this legislation, when drafted, will create jobs while also protecting our natural resources.

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• Area news at a glance • Woman makes initial appearance DOUGLAS COUNTY – A woman accused of setting up the victim of a Sept. 1 shooting made her initial appearance in Douglas County Court Friday, Nov. 4.

Sage Nigithigamikwe Ross, 18, faces one felony count of armed robbery - party to the crime stemming from a shooting incident that took place in Superior. Cash bail of $2,500 was set in the case with the condition that Ross have no contact with the victim, according to online court records.

Her address, previously listed as Cloquet, Minn., was also changed to Duluth, Minn.

She turned herself in at the Douglas County Jail late Thursday night, Nov. 3, according to Capt. Chad Lalor of the Superior Police Department. If Ross is convicted, the Class C felony carries a maximum penalty of up to 40 years imprisonment and a fine of up to $100,000.

The complete police report can be found at www.superiortelegram.com. - Superior Telegram Juvenile dies in hunting accident KANABEC COUNTY, Minn. – A juvenile was killed in a hunting accident on Monday afternoon, Nov., 7, in Kanabec

County. The Kanabec County Sheriff’s Office says the accident happened just before 3:30 p.m. near Brunswick Township, which is just south of Mora. The juvenile was pronounced dead on the scene.

WCCO reports that the juvenile was a young boy, who was carrying his own weapon when it discharged and killed him. Authorities said they are not releasing any more information at this time, including the juvenile’s name. That makes a total of four hunting-related deaths in Minnesota since opening weekend. Two hunters died in tree strand accidents and one of natural causes. Several others were injured in tree stand and firearms accidents. - redrockonair.com

Manmade wonder?

HAYWARD - When you’re in Hayward every day, you hardly notice it. It’s just a familiar spot on the landscape. But according to the Wisconsin Department of Tourism, it’s No. 1 on the list of the Seven Manmade Wonders of Wisconsin. Of course, the talks about the big musky at the Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame, also known as “The Shrine to Anglers.” Last month, the Department of Tourism re-

Honoring Wisconsin veterans Nick Nov. 11, 2011 Milroy

Every Nov. 11, we celebrate Veterans Day and honor those who have served our nation in the armed services. This year, I would urge you to take a moment to reflect on the great sacrifices made during their time of service as well as personal hardships endured when they return home. It is also important that we remember the sacrifices made by the families of our veterans, who must cope with daily struggles during long absences of their loved ones.

Over 4 million men and women are currently serving in the United States military at home and abroad. Nearly half of our current combat troops have served two or more tours of duty, and many of these veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan come home facing serious health issues including posttraumatic stress disorder, huge unemployment rates and a high risk of suicide. The statistics are alarming and have enormous

73th District Assembly impacts on millions of families.

The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs reports that nearly 20 percent of soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan return with symptoms of PTSD. This number increases to 30 percent for Vietnam veterans. These men and women often express feelings of hopelessness and despair which can lead to drug and alcohol abuse, inability to keep steady employment and relationship problems, which all too often lead to suicidal thoughts. Veterans are almost twice as likely as nonveterans to commit suicide according to the WDVA, with four to five service men and women committing suicide each day. This information should serve as a wake-up call for all

America Recycles Day is Nov. 15: You can help America recycle more Wild Rivers Habitat For Humanity is looking to fill their semitrailer with your recycling waste on Nov. 15 ST. CROIX FALLS – America Recycles Day is coming on Tuesday, Nov. 15. More than a celebration, America Recycles Day is the only nationally recognized day dedicated to the promotion of recycling in the United States. It’s one day to inform and educate, one day to get neighbors, friends and community leaders excited about what can be accomplished when everyone works together, one day to make recycling bigger and better 365 days a year.

Currently, Wild Rivers Habitat for Hu-

manity will accept your E-cycling waste donations six days a week, but the challenge is on. They want to fill the semitrailer in one day. People live in an electronic age, and that’s creating a lot of electronic waste. Never throw old computers, monitors, TVs, printers or other electronics in the landfill. Instead, donate them to an organization like Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity for reuse or recycling. There is no need to pay to have items recycled, but a freewill donation is always accepted.

The recycling drive will begin at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 15, and continue until 5 p.m., that day. Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity ReStore is located at the top of the hill in St. Croix Falls at 2201 Hwy. 8, 715483-2700, www.wildrivershabitat.org. submitted

leased this list of seven, a “tribute to Wisconsin’s creativity, passion and eccentricity.” Here’s what the WDOT has to say about our musky: “Mark this on the list of museums that are anything but stuffy.

After all, how could anyone feel elitist when walking through a replica of a leaping musky that is 4-1/2 stories tall?”

Those who habituate Hayward may have grown used to the sight of a giant fiberglass musky on the horizon, but how many people, especially those who’ve moved to the area in the last 10 years, actually know how the big fish became a Hayward landmark? The Department of Tourism has it right: The musky is the result of creativity, passion and eccentricity, much of it on the part of two well-known Haywardians — Bob and Fanny Kutz.

Bob died in 2001 and Fannie in 2005, but their legacy on Hayward’s horizon lives on. - Sawyer County Record

Hundreds volunteered to feed thousands RICE LAKE - Volunteers filled the Rice Lake High School cafeteria to pack Feed My Starving Children meals last week.

Under the motto “Service above self,” the Rice Lake Rotary Club sponsored a Feed of us to honor veterans with our actions year-round, rather than just on Veterans Day. To serve one’s country is an honor, but it also has costs. Too many of our veterans have been allowed to slip through the cracks and do not receive the help they deserve. Together, we can provide veterans with opportunities to thrive and be successful rather than leaving them behind. State government can help to ensure that our veterans come home from their tours of duty with resources for help if they need it and opportunities for success in their post-military careers. As a state representative, it is part of my job to create a bridge between our veterans and the state services available to them.

There are many state programs that help veterans achieve the help they need.

Local VA health-care facilities and vet centers have staff assigned for PTSD or other health-related issues. In addition, Wisconsin’s state government provides returning veterans with various education, training and job services. These programs allow service members to go to

My Starving Children mobile packing event at the Rice Lake High School cafeteria Friday, Nov. 4, and Saturday, Nov., 5.

More than 500 volunteers packed 127,300 meals that will feed 350 children for a year. The meals are distributed through orphanages, schools and churches in more than 70 countries around the world. “The community response was amazing. Young and old came together for a common purpose. While working in service of others, they spent two hours filled with fun and laughter,” said Gordy Shay, Rice Lake Rotary president. More than 18,000 children die every day around the world due to starvation. The Rice Lake Rotary Club, through Rotary International, is committed to helping children and families in underdeveloped countries. Volunteer Austin Bayer, a high school senior, helped organize Cameron football players to donate as well volunteer. It is part of his National Honor Society project. “I selected it because it truly gives back to the community and the world,” said Bayer. - Rice Lake Chronotype

college, receive veterans preference for civil service jobs, employment assistance and provide help to the family members of veterans.

I recently spoke with WDVA Secretary John Scocos about keeping veterans informed regarding benefits and opportunities that are provided by the state.

There are tentative plans to have a benefits forum and job fair in Northwest Wisconsin in early 2012. Representatives of the WDVA will be on-site to assist with claims requests and business representatives will be in attendance in search of good employees. Further details will be forthcoming when available.

Let us honor all veterans and their families throughout the year by living up to our promise of taking care of those that sacrificed so much for us.

If you are a veteran or know a veteran in need of assistance, please call my office at 608-266-0640 or toll free 888-534-0073 (from Wisconsin phone numbers only), or e-mail me at Rep.Milroy@legis. wisconsin.gov. You can also contact the WDVA directly at 800-WIS-VETS. \

Luck students attend journalism conference

Doctor-patient communication bill passes MADISON – Last week, Assembly Bill 147, a bill that seeks to increase doctor-patient communication by allowing physicians to empathize with their patients, passed the Assembly by a vote of 62 to 33.

AB 147 was authored by state Rep. Erik Severson, R-Osceola, and has bipartisan support in both Houses of the Legislature.

“I am proud to have been able to work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle in order to improve doctor-patient communication,” said Severson. “Studies have consistently shown that by increasing doctor-patient communication, the number of frivolous lawsuits decreases.”

AB 147 will allow doctors to speak openly with their patients without fear by allowing them to express sympathy and

compassion to their patients during difficult times in their lives. This will lead to increased doctor-patient communication to the benefit of everybody involved.

“Students in medical school are taught not to talk to their patients for fear of being sued. Doctor-patient communication is one of the most important parts of the healing process,” said Severson. “I look forward to continuing to work on this legislation in order to ensure that patients get the communication they deserve from their health-care providers.”

Assembly Bill 147 will now be messaged to the Senate for a vote. A companion bill of AB 147, Senate Bill 103, has already passed the Senate Health Committee. from the office of Rep. Severson

Luck students, front row (L to R): Ashley Dexter, Kylie Rich, Krystal Ouellette and Danielle Nelson; and back: Logan Potvin, Haley Dikkers, Travis Muller, Connor McGinnity, Jordan Hendrickson and Tanner Nielson, accompanied newspaper adviser Nancy Hunter and yearbook adviser Lori Nelson to the Chippewa Valley School Press Association’s Student Journalism Conference at the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire on Wednesday, Nov. 2. They participated in writing, photography, and layout and design workshops and attended a presentation by a writer, a photographer and an editor of the Green Bay Press Gazettes showing and telling about their coverage of the 2011 Super Bowl. – Photo submitted

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Voyager Village craft fair donates proceeds LEFT: Darlene Hallberg, Voyager Village Arts and Crafts Show co-chair, (center) presented checks to Evelyn Nyberg, representing Faith’s Lodge (L) and Chris Sower, representing the Burnett County Law Enforcement.

LEFT: Darlene Hallberg, Arts and Crafts show cochair, presented a check to Fran Krause, who represented the Orange 4-H Club. RIGHT: Barbara Blodgett of Interfaith Caregivers is shown receiving a check from Co-Chair Darlene Hallberg of the Voyager Village Arts and Crafts Show.

Darlene Hallberg, co-chair of the Voyager Village Arts and Crafts Show, is shown with recipients who received check donations (L to R) back row: Marilyn Kooiker, UW-Extension Bookworms; Karen Brooks, Bookworms; Bill Lindberg, Cub Scouts Pack 564 and Theo Mitchell, Boy Scout Troop 564. Front row: Laura Rachford, Larsen Family Public Library; Diane Gilbergson, Voyager Village Ski Club and Hallberg.

The Voyager Village Arts and Crafts Show held Labor Day weekend distributed monies to 18 organizations at their annual meeting. A total of $24,000 were donated. The show also donated to Voyager Village, members shown participating in the donation presentation were Tom Heenan, vice president; Jim Thoreson, board member; Karen Schmidt, secretary of First responders, who received the donation on behalf Deb Haley of Kinship (L) and Cindy Glocke (R) reprearts and crafts show; Steven Johnson, golf course superintendent and head of the department, were: Paul Kipping, Scott Fire Depart- senting Habitat for Humanity, received checks from Darof maintenance; Darlene Hallberg, co-chair of the show; Elra Johnson, pres- ment; Tom Heenan, Jackson Fire Department; and Jim Fis- lene Hallberg, co-chair of Voyager Village Arts and ident and Karen Dietz, co-chair of the show. cher, Webb Lake Emergency Medical Service.

Crafts Show. – Photos submitted

Grantsburg musicians take part in honors band

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On Thursday, Nov. 3, seven members of the Grantsburg Middle School band traveled to Shell Lake to participate in the Shell Lake Arts Center Middle School Honors Band. Two bands comprised of the sixth- through eighth-grade students rehearsed throughout the day and performed a concert in the evening. Students from Grantsburg performing in the novice band were Daniel Erickson, Jaxon Jones, Teddy Vitale and Megan Zeiler. Students parThe communiTREE now on display in the lobby of the Luck ticipating in the advanced Public Library and Museum was the library project for Luck band were Kirstin Olson, School Community Ed Day last week. Students, staff, Luck res- Drew McNally and Keesha idents and other community members have all signed their Thayer. Band director Andrew Schulz extended his congratulations to these students for being selected to participate in this event. - Photo submitted names on leaves to “leaf” their mark. — Photo submitted

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“Partnerships among teachers, parents, administrators, school staff members and the community contribute to the academic success of students in schools that receive this honor,” Evers said. - submitted

The Webster Middle School staff. – Photo submitted

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Grantsburg’s trip to state ends in first round

Pirates volleyball team defeated by Spencer in five sets

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Spencer 3, Grantsburg 2

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer GREEN BAY – The Grantsburg volleyball team’s 12th trip to state in school history ended in a thrilling five-set match against Spencer on Friday, Nov. 4, by scores of 25-22, 13-25, 25-22, 14-25 and 1512. It was a bittersweet ending to an amazing season, which saw the Pirates heading to their 12th state volleyball appearance in school history, and first-ever state appearance under coach Deb Allaman-Johnson, who took over the head coaching role after Bill Morrin’s leave of absence to focus on other professional goals and mentor his daughter during her first collegiate volleyball season with Northern State University.

Allaman-Johnson’s ability to lead the Pirates to an incredible 32-2 season speaks for itself, but she’s quick to point out the several other factors that have led the Pirates to success over the years.

“I’m really thankful to have had this experience, but I recognize that I am just a small piece of the puzzle. We have to thank Bill Morrin for establishing excellence, as well as every club coach, every youth coach, every supportive parent, every positive and encouraging fan, every alumni player whom they grew up admiring, and every current or former teammate who pushed them to this level,” Allaman-Johnson said, and spoke highly

Pirate volleyball players gather at the center of the court during the state tournament. – Photo by Jenna Clemenson

Grantsburg senior Carly Larson lofts a serve over the net against Spencer during the state semifinal game in Green Bay on Friday, Nov. 4. The Pirates lost a close match 3-2. – Photo by Katie Grey of this year’s talented crop of athletes. win mirrored those played against Fall “For a group like this to achieve this dis- Creek and Regis during the sectional tourtinction after losing one of the nation’s nament. best coaches to retirement, and four start“Volleyball is a roller-coaster ride of moing players to graduation, including two mentum shifts, as our scores indicated. all-state players, is beyond remarkable. It Lose close, win big, lose close, win big, speaks to their dedication, desire and de- lose close. We actually outscored them termination.”

106-92, but that isn’t how the game Their loss to Spencer at the Resch Cen- works,” Allaman-Johnson said. ter in Green Bay last Friday was evenly matched but the two sets the Pirates did See Grantsburg/page 14

••• MINNEAPOLIS – The Augustana Vikings basketball team traveled to Williams Areana to take on the Minnesota Gophers during a season-opening exhibition game on Monday, Nov. 7.

The Vikings led by as much as seven points in the first half, but the Gophers maintained a small lead for much of the second half.

Former Luck basBrennan Olson ketball standout Brennan Olson had four rebounds in the game and had a slam dunk with 7:13 left in the game, which pulled the Vikings to within two points, yet the Gophers pulled away in the end, scoring the final nine points of the contest. Olson sat out the 2009-10 season as a redshirt. – Marty Seeger with information from www.goaugie.com ••• COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – USA Hockey announced that Meghan Duggan, Danvers, Mass., has been named the captain of the U.S. Women's National Team that will compete at the 2011 Four Nations Cup from Nov. 9-13, in Nyköping, Sweden. Duggan, the 2011 Patty Kazmaier Memorial Award winner, has suited up for Team USA 73 times dating back to 2007, including the 2010 Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver, B.C., and four Four Nations Cups. Duggan will be supported by assistant captains Caitlin Cahow, Branford, Conn.; Julie Chu, Fairfield, Conn.; Molly Engstrom of Siren and Jenny Potter of Edina, Minn.

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Greenwood-Grantson Level 4 high school football game is being broadcast on 104.9 FM beginning at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 12. The Bloomer vs. Somerset football game at Chippewa Falls can be heard on 104.9 FM on Friday, Nov. 11, beginning at 7 p.m. The Wisconsin Badgers at Minnesota Gophers football game can be heard on 1260 AM on Saturday, Nov. 12, beginning at 2:30 p.m. The college hockey game between Minnesota and Wisconsin can be heard on 1260 AM beginning at 7 p.m., on Friday, Nov. 11. The Minnesota Vikings at Green Bay Packers game is being broadcast on both 104.9 FM and 105.7 FM on Monday, Nov. 14, beginning at 7:30 p.m.

••• LEADER LAND – Leader Sports strives to follow the college careers of area athletes. If you know of an athlete playing collegiate sports in 2011 and hasn’t been mentioned, send us an email or call and we’ll take it from there.

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Pirate volleyball players rally together during a pep rally held at the high school before they left for the state tournament on Thursday, Nov. 3. – Photo by Priscilla Bauer

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Grantsburg will be without three starting seniors next season, including Carly Larson, who earned a spot on the Division 3 All-Tournament team and was an allstate honorable mention. Nikki Ticknor and Gab Witzany are two other key starters who will also be missed, along with seniors April Campana and Breanna Fickbohm. Both juniors Sam Schwieger and Kylie Pewe will be back next season and also earned all-conference honors.

“Our starting seniors are leaving giant shoes to fill. They are strong all-around players who brought a lot of skill, spark, consistency and intensity to the court,” Allaman-Johnson said.

ABOVE: Grantsburg’s Carly Larson goes up for a solo block against Spencer during the state semifinal in Green Bay. UPPER LEFT: Senior Nikki Ticknor, along with teammates, played a solid defensive match at state.

RIGHT: The Pirates volleyball bench looks on as teammates battle Spencer.

BELOW LEFT: Former Pirates coach Bill Morrin was on hand to cheer on the Grantsburg volleyball team last Friday, Nov. 4.

– Photos by Jenna Clemenson and Katie Grey

RIGHT: The Pirates bench reacts after a game victory against Spencer. – Photos below by Jenna Clemenson

Sam Schwieger goes up for the serve.

Carly Larson sets the ball for teammate Macy Hanson.

Gab Witzany receives the ball as teammate Kylie Pewe looks on.

RuthAnn Pedersen defends Pirate territory as a Spencer athlete also goes up for the ball.

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Epic football game ends in tough loss for Frederic Vikings football season ends in Level 3 playoff game against Clayton Clayton 22, Frederic 21

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer FREDERIC – Hundreds of football fans packed the stands and sidelines in Frederic on Saturday, Nov. 5, for a ballgame that certainly lived up to the hype. The Level 3 playoff game was ultimately decided by a goal-line defensive stop by the Bears on a Vikings two-point conversion try that would have given Frederic a onepoint edge with 1:40 to go in the game. On the ensuing kickoff, the Vikings even recovered an onside kick to give them a final shot at a comeback victory. But the Vikes couldn’t recover from earlier miscues, missed opportunities and turnovers, ending one of their most memorable seasons in school history.

The Vikings flexed their muscles early in the game, moving the ball well with Adam Chenal picking up good yardage, including a 19-yarder that put the Vikings inside the 20-yard line. Frederic also capitalized on a 15-yard face-mask penalty on the Bears, but with 8:28 remaining in the first quarter, Clayton recovered a fumble on their own 17-yard line. It was the first of four turnovers by the Vikings but they responded well defensively, forcing the Bears to punt in their next possession.

In the final minutes of the first quarter, the Vikings continued to move the ball effectively but were faced with a fourthand-three situation, which was eventually faked by quarterback Waylon Buck, who took it 17 yards into Bears territory. Eight plays later, with 10:50 remaining in the first half, the Vikings scored on a 7-yard run by Peter Chenal. With a quarterback keeper by Buck, the Vikings went on top 8-0.

Despite the gusty winds on Saturday, the Bears didn’t shy away from their passing game, as Kyle Larson completed 14 of 22 passes for 132 yards, including a beautiful pass to Jordon Gilbertson who made a one-handed grab for a 25-yard gain. But the Vikings defense held strong on that drive, and with 7:25 to go in the first half the Vikings took over on downs.

Frederic didn’t do much in their next possession, punting the ball to the Bears who started from their own 36-yard line.

Larson completed two big pass plays on the drive including a 19-yarder to Skyler Henley and another 21-yard touchdown pass to Zach Schradle with 3:25 left in the half. The Vikings still managed to preserve an 8-6 edge with the denial of a twopoint conversion attempt by the Bears, and answered Clayton just five plays later when Adam Chenal took it 43 yards to the

Frederic’s Adam Chenal tries to sweep to the outside with just over a minute to go during an epic battle against the Clayton Bears on Saturday, Nov. 5. This was one of the final plays of the fourth quarter, shortly after the Vikings recovered an onside kick. Chenal had 225 yards on 31 carries in the game. – Photos by Marty Seeger end zone with 1:15 remaining in the first half. Clutching a 14-6 lead, the Vikings attempted to run the ball for two points but a holding penalty backed them up to the 13-yard line. They opted to go for the field goal instead, and Eric Chenal battled the wind but sent the ball through to give the Vikes a 15-6 lead.

With just 1:15 left in the half, the Vikings caught a break when Schradle was hit after a pass from Larson and fumbled the ball on a hit by Vikings senior Ray Kurkowski and teammate Garrett Wendelboe. The Vikings recovered near the Bears 30-yard line and had an opportunity to break the game open, as Buck completed a 19-yard pass to Chris Schorn to the Bears 16-yard line. Despite getting the ball to the 6-yard line, with help from a roughing-the-passer penalty on Clayton, the Vikes were forced to try for the field goal. They opted to go for a fake field goal instead, but the Bears defense held, and the first half ended with the Vikings leading 15-6.

The Vikings had a nice defensive stand to start the third quarter and continued to move the ball well, with punishing gains from Adam Chenal, who ended up rushing for 225 yards on 31 carries in the game.

Yet again, with 6:27 to go in the third quarter the Vikings had to try and settle for a field goal from 30 yards out. Unfortunately, the field-goal attempt by Eric Chenal went wide, and the third quarter eventually ended with Frederic still holding a 15-6 edge.

Although the Bears were forced to punt

Peter Chenal dives for more yardage on a key play early in the game against Clayton.

in the final minute of the third quarter, the punt was a beauty, traveling 52 yards downfield and forcing the Vikings to start inside their own 10-yard line. The Vikes struggled to move the ball and, faced with a third and 10 situation, opted to try and pass, but the ball was picked off by Hunter Klatt, who took it 14 yards for the score. With a successful two-point conversion, the Bears were suddenly breathing new life.

During the second half the Bears were forced to work through it without Matt Gretzlock, one of their leading receivers, who suffered a broken clavicle in the first half. But the Bears managed to step up defensively as the Vikings were intercepted again on their next possession of the fourth quarter, this time by Skyler Henley, who took it back 26 yards to the Vikings 28-yard line. On the next play, James Hoffman took it 28 yards to the end zone on a running play, and suddenly the Bears were in control, 22-15.

But even with the shift in momentum, the Vikings rallied back in a big way. With 8:05 remaining in the game, Frederic mounted a 14-play scoring drive courtesy of key blocking by the offensive line, and big gains by Adam Chenal, who ran the ball 11 of those 14 plays.

Facing fourth down near the goal line in what might have been the final Vikings play of the game, Buck finally capped off the drive on a quarterback keeper with

1:41 to go in the game. The Vikings weren’t done, however, and were faced with the decision to go for two and the possible win, or go for the extra point to tie. The Vikings opted to go for two, but were denied on the run by Buck.

With Clayton still holding the one-point lead, Vikings kicker Mike Runnels made a perfect onside kick which the Vikings recovered. Adam Chenal had a 15-yard gain in the final moments, but a holding penalty and turnover on downs eventually ended another memorable, but difficult, ending to the Vikings season.

Along with Adam Chenal’s 225 yards of rushing offense, Buck also had 98 yards on 17 carries, and Peter Chenal had 35 yards on 16 carries. Buck completed six of 14 passes for 44 yards. The Bears had a total of 76 yards rushing on 16 attempts along with the 132 passing yards by Larson.

Defensively, the Vikings were led by Wendelboe with seven tackles, followed

by Adam Chenal, Brad Peterson and Peter Chenal with five apiece. Bryce Williamson had four and Chris Hopp, Buck, Kurkowski and Ian Lexen each had three.

Dayton Rivera was in on two tackles, and Erik Stoner and Jaryd Braden had one apiece.

Peter Chenal led the Vikings this season with 1,008 yards of rushing, followed by Adam Chenal and Buck who had 879 and 823 yards respectively.

Waylon Buck looks for an open receiver late in the fourth quarter, but teammate Ray Kurkowski was well-covered by the Bears defense.

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More scenes from the Vikings/Bears game

Adam Chenal tries to avoid a Bear defender as teammate Peter Chenal looks on.

Ian Lexen and Peter Chenal work hard to bring down Clayton’s Skyler Henley.

The Vikings defense stepped up big on several occassions during their battle against Clayton on Saturday, Nov. 5, during the Level 3 playoffs. – Photos by Marty Seeger unless otherwise noted

Mike Runnels had a perfect onside kick, which was recovered by the Vikings late in the fourth quarter.

Clayton’s Jordan Gilbertson had an amazing one-handed grab against the Vikings for a 25-yard gain.

But the Vikings defense held strong on that drive, and with 7:25 to go in the first half, the Vikings took over on downs.

Ray Kurkowski and Garrett Wendelboe worked to pop the ball loose on this play and eventually recover the fumble. – Photo by Becky Amundson

A pass to Ray Kurkowski was just off the fingertips in this play late in the game.

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The Vikings faithful had reason to cheer on several occasions during the home team’s battle against the Bears. – Photos by Marty Seeger and Becky Amundson

ABOVE and RIGHT: The Pirates fans flooded the Resch Center in Green Bay for the state volleyball tournament, to cheer on Grantsburg on Friday, Nov. 4. – Photos by Jenna Clemenson

Carly Larson gets a round of support as she’s off to state. – Photo by Priscilla Bauer

ABOVE: Pirate volleyball player Macy Hanson pumps up the crowd during a pep rally at the high school on Thursday, Nov. 3.

RIGHT: Hugs were in order for many athletes before their journey to the Resch Center in Green Bay. – Photos by Priscilla Bauer

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Pete Kelly honored with coach of the year award Youth wrestling coach from St. Croix Falls inspired by former coaches

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – St. Croix Falls youth wrestling coach Pete Kelly traveled to Green Bay last weekend, Friday, Nov. 4, to be honored for his District 1 Wisconsin Youth Wrestling Coach of the Year award.

Kelly is a 1998 graduate of St. Croix Falls, wrestled for St. Croix Falls and had three brothers who went through the Saints wrestling program as well.

He went on to play football and wrestle for Rochester Community College, and has been helping out with not only the youth wrestling programs, but also works with middle school and high school students and coaches flag football, but wrestling is what he’s most passionate about.

“It definitely wasn’t expected,” said

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Sunday Afternoon Youth Games Standings: Gears of War 20.5, The Dogs 20, The North 18, The Bowlers 16.5, The Girls 15, Team Hambone 14.5, Hi There 13.5, The Strikers 10.

Boys games: Jordan Bazey (TB) 194, Charlie Lindberg (GOW) 183, Kyle Hunter (TB) 175.

Boys series: Jordan Bazey(TB) 538, Charlie Lindberg (GOW) 530, Kyle Hunter (TB) 504.

Girls games: Corissa Schmidt (TG) 210, Lauren Domagala (TG) 156, Avery Steen (TG) 152.

Girls series: Corissa Schmidt (TG) 541, Lauren Domagala (TG) 422, Avery Steen (TG) 417.

Team games: The Bowlers 517, The Girls 483, Gears of War 442.

Team series: The Bowlers 1454, The Girls 1380, Gears of War 1293.

Monday Afternoon Senior Standings: Eagles 21, Badgers 17, Bears 15, Hummingbirds 15, Swans 14, Vultures 13.5, Night Hawks 12.

Men’s games (Handicap): Alvin Tyler 222, Tony Deiss & Steven Holt 217.

Men’s series (Handicap): Alvin Tyler 621, Steven Holt 597, Ton Noble 591.

Women’s games (Handicap): Pat Bresina 220, Pearl Noble & Lila Larson 208.

Women’s series (Handicap): Lila Larson 606, Sandy Bonnie 593, Jackie Giller 571.

Team games (Handicap): Eagles 780, Bears 775, Night Hawks 767.

Team series (Handicap): Eagles 2226, Bears 2222, Vultures 2192.

Wednesday Night Early Men’s Standings: Daeffler’s Quality Meats 25, Cummings Lumber 25, Skol Bar 20, Lewis Silo 19, Pioneer Bar 19, A-1 Machine 18, Larsen Auto Center 17, Bye Team 1.

Individual games: Mark Bohn (SB) 267, Jim Sladky (LS) 259 & 240.

Individual series: Mark Bohn (SB) 708, Jim Sladky (LS) 678, Josh Bazey (DQM) 627.

Team games: Skol Bar 985, Lewis Silo 963, Daeffler’s Quality Meats 948.

Team series: Lewis Silo 2754, Daeffler’s Quality Meats 2754, Skol Bar 2721.

Thursday Early Standings: Fab Four 11, Red Iron Studios 8, Wikstrom Construction 8, Daeffler’s Quality Meats 7, Hell Raisers 6, Kinetico 5, Grindell Law Offices 4, American Family Insurance 2.

Individual games: Don McKinney (FF) 279, Ed Bitler (RIS) 258 Nick Skow (DQM) & Bryce Daeffler (DQM) 247.

Individual series: Ed Bitler (RIS) 719, Don McKinney (FF) 655, Mark Bohn (FF) 632.

Team games: Daeffler’s Quality Meats 702, Fab Four 684, Grindell Law Offices 602.

Team series: Daeffler’s Quality Meats 1757, Fab Four 1734, Wikstrom Construction 1657.

Consecutive strikes (5 or more): Ed Bitler 6x = 258; Brandon Ayd 5x = 246; Don McKinney 7x = 279; Nick Skow 5x = 247; Bryce Daeffler 5x = 247.

Games 50 or more above average: Brandon Ayd 246 (+88); Derrek Ayd 201 (+56); Ed Bitler 258 (+53); Bryce Daeffler 247 (+63); Travis McKenzie 193 (+53); Don McKinney 279 (+88); Mike Skow 233 (+56); Nick Skow 247 (+62); Mike Sullivan 223 (+53).

700 series: Ed Bitler 719.

Splits converted: 3+10: Bruce Wikstrom.

St. Croix Falls youth wrestling coach Pete Kelly was honored with a District 1 Wisconsin Youth Wrestling Coach of the Year award.

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Kelly about the award. “When Dan Clark (St. Croix Falls head wrestling coach) told me about it I didn’t believe him.”

Kelly said that someone likely nominated him but nobody is saying who, but he feels humbled by the recognition, and that the banquet in Green Bay last weekend was a lot bigger than he thought it would be. At least 500 people attended the event, with several former Olympic wrestlers, mostly Wisconsin-born, on hand to congratulate award winners.

“Getting recognition is always good, it’s definitely appreciated,” Kelly said, but pointed out that he’s not the only one involved with youth wrestling in St. Croix Falls, and that so many other faculty members and volunteers like himself could be recognized, especially his former St. Croix Falls coaches, who inspired him to be passionate about coaching. He includes Clark, who was his former coach, and other longtime Saints coaches Dave Hansen, Harry Johns, Jim Richie and Keith O’Donnel.

“I was very fortunate where SCF has had a lot of great coaches,” Kelly said, adding that he’s still continually learning

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Thursday Late Standings: Hansen Farms Inc. 25, Fisk Trucking 20, Hog Wild BBQ & Grill 14, Stotz & Company 13.

Men’s games: Oliver Baillargeon 235, Richard Coen 212, Kenneth Hackett 203.

Men’s series: Oliver Baillargeon 634, Lloyd Swanson 562, Larry Stotz 517.

Women’s games: Heather Wynn 172.

Women’s series: Heather Wynn 441.

Team games: Hansen Farms Inc. 909, Stotz & Company 821, Hog Wild BBQ & Grill 790.

Team series: Hansen Farms Inc. 2580, Stotz & Company 2326, Hog Wild BBQ & Grill 2263.

Friday Night Ladies (10/28) Standings: Junque Art 38.5, The Leader 37.5, Pin Heads 36.5, Meyer’s Plus 30, SKM 28, Pioneer Bar 23, Frederic Design 22.5.

Individual games: Gail Linke 233, Karen Carlson 201, Jen Ellefson 188.

Individual series: Gail Linke 575, Karen Carlson 547, Cindy Denn 487.

Team games: SKM 669, Junque Art 613, Meyer’s Plus 603.

Team series: SKM 1787, Junque Art 1775, Pin Heads 1751.

Games 50 or more above average: Austin Otis; Karen Carlson; Gail Linke.

Splits converted: 3-6-7: Sandy Bannie.

Friday Night Ladies (11/4) Standings: Pin Heads 43.5, Junque Art 40.5, The Leader 39.5, Meyer’s Plus 35, SKM 33, Pioneer Bar 28, Frederic Design 24.5.

Individual games: Gail Linke 203, Dorothy Barfknecht 188, Margie Traun 179.

Individual series: Gail Linke 562, Cindy Denn 498, Kathy Sandberg 493.

Team games: SKM 649, Pioneer Bar 631, Pin Heads 612.

Team series: SKM 1815, Junque Art 1763, Pin Heads 1751.

Games 50 or more above average: Kathy Sandberg; Denise Strait.

Splits converted: 3-7: Dorothy Barfknecht. 5-10: Marge Traun.

Saturday Night Mixed Team Standings: Lakers, Hot Shots, Handicaps, Rebel Alliance, Skowl, LuckE. Men games: Mark Bohn 257, Bruce Java 236, Ron Skow 223.

Men series: Mark Bohn 669, Ron Skow 638, Bruce Java 549.

Women games: Kathy Java 187, Linda Giller & Deb Ingram 185, Heather Peterson 178.

Women series: Linda Giller 510, Kathy Java 483, Rita Bohn 470.

Team games: Lakers 913, Hot Shots & Handicaps 908, Rebel Alliance 896.

Team series: Hot Shots 2633, Lakers 2628, Handicaps 2615.

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Monday Night Ladies Standings: Wolf Creek Log Furniture 99.5, Milltown Appliance 78.5, Frederic Truck & Tractor 76.5, Edina Divas 72.5, Metal Products 69.5, Alyeska Contracting 66.5, McKenzie Lanes 57, Bye 22.

Individual games: Kathy McKenzie 203, Jane Smith 200, Erlene Johnson 187.

Individual series: Jane Smith 538, Kathy McKenzie 536, Yvonne Snyder 478.

Team games (Handicap): McKenzie Lanes 814.

Team series (Handicap): McKenzie Lanes 2356.

Tuesday Early Mixed Standings: Lane Crashers 49, 1 Pin Short 33, Lemon Heads 30, What the Ek 28.

Women’s games: Alisa Lamb 166, Brenda Lehmann 160, Linda Bringgold 159.

Women’s series: Alisa Lamb 455, Brenda Lehmann 449, Linda Bringgold 405.

Men’s games: Jeff Lehmann 209, Tim Donahue 191, Jeff Bringgold 179.

Men’s series: Jeff Lehmann 569, Kevin Ek 466, Tim Donahue 461.

Team games: 1 Pin Short 471.

Team series: Lemon Heads 1385.

Tuesday Women’s Standings: Gutter Dusters 90, Tomlinson Insurance 85, Custom Outfitter 82, Kassel Tap 78.5, LC’s Gals 72.5, Trap Rock 72, Country Gals 66.5, Hauge Dental 65.5.

Individual games: Kathy Braund 234, Denise Donaghue 199, Karen Wiemer 199.

Individual series: Karen Wiemer 535, Denise Donaghue 528, Kathy Braund 528.

Team games (Handicap): Hauge Dental 834, LC’s Gals 820, Kassel Tap 816.

Team series (Handicap): LC’s Gals 2375, Gutter Dusters 2362, Hauge Dental 2354.

Tuesday Night Men’s Standings: Hack’s Pub 13, The Cobbler Shop 12, Steve’s Appliance 11, The Dugout 11, Mckenzie Lanes 9, Centurview Park 9, Dream Lawn 8, Nel-Lo-Hill Farm 7.

Individual games: Doug Nelson 266, Ryan Wiemer 246, John Gerhardt 237.

Individual series: Rick Fox 635, Rick Antonson 624, Donny Potting Jr. 608.

Team games (Handicap): The Cobbler Shop 1263.

Team series (Handicap): The Cobbler Shop 3488.

Wednesday Early League Standings: Suzie Q’s 46, Amrhien Painting 42, Top Spot 34, Gerhman Auto Body 34, Hack’s Pub 34, Holiday StationStore 28, Cutting Edge 28, Bye 10.

Men’s games: Merlin Fox 232, Bob Chitty 223, Bob Berg 219.

Men’s series: Merlin Fox 635, Bob Chitty 582, Cody Korsan 528.

Women’s games: Jeanne Kizer 172, Justine Melin 170, Shirley Ince 155.

Women’s series: Jeanne Kizer 457, Justine Melin 422, Amy Eibs 413.

Team games (Handicap): Suzie Q’s 711.

Team series (Handicap): Suzie Q’s 1953.

Wednesday Night Men’s Standings: Davy’s Construction 8, Hanjo Farms 8, Reed’s Marina 6, Harvest Moon

from all of them nearly every day.

Like so many other youth coaches, Kelly spends hundreds of hours coaching each year, yet it’s not easy when you consider he has four young children from infant to age 6. He says he extends a lot of gratitude to his wife, who allows him to spend endless hours each evening coaching at practice, as well as his 12-hour days on the weekends during tournament time. He’s also employed full time with the Andersen Windows Corp. in Bayport, Minn.

“If I’m not coaching I feel like I’m missing something,” Kelly said.

With so many youth programs, coaches aren’t generally paid for their contributions, but Kelly is quick to point out that it’s not about the money, but the satisfaction in knowing you made a difference in a young kid’s life. While Kelly said that he enjoys working with the older kids it’s the youth wrestlers that are his favorite to coach, mostly because he gets to see “firsts” nearly every year – a wrestler’s first trophy, first takedown or a first victory.

“To see the reaction, it’s pretty neat,” Kelly said.

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Individual games: Craig Willert 247, Bob Chitty 234, Derek Swenson 227.

Individual series: Craig Willert 633, Bob Chitty 623, David Melin 619.

Team games (Handicap): Davy’s Construction 1076, Reed’s Marina 978.

Team series (Handicap): Davy’s Construction 3108, Reed’s Marina 2789.

Thursday Night Ladies Standings: Hauge Dental 107, Hack’s Pub 106.5, Cutting Edge Pro 91.5, Truhlson Chiropractic 86.5, KJ’s 85.5, Bont Chiropractic 84.5, Eagle Valley Bank 80.5, RiverBank 78.

Individual games: Jen Tober 203, Dawn High 195, Brenda Lehmann & Norma Hauge 191.

Individual series: Denise Donaghue 525, Jen Whelan 523, Brenda Lehmann 522.

Team games: Hauge Dental 814, Hack’s Pub 782, Cutting Edge Pro 778.

Team series: Hauge Dental 2307, Hack’s Pub 2287, Bont Chiropractic 2183.

Black & Orange

Early Birds Standings: Yellow River Saloon 20.511.5, The Tap 19.5-12.5, Black & Orange 14.5-17.5, Gandy Dancer Saloon 9.522.5.

Individual games: Marcy Viebrock (B&O) & Kay Casey (YRS) 166, Lynn Toivola (T) & Claudia Peterson (B&O) 160, Mary Eifler (GDS) 153.

Individual series: Marcy Viebrock (B&O) 453, Kay Casey (YRS) 430, Lynn Toivola (T) 425.

Team games: Black & Orange 830, Yellow River Saloon 824, Gandy Dancer Saloon 818.

Team series: Black & Orange 2436, Yellow River Saloon 2403, Gandy Dancer Saloon 2400 Monday Night Standings: Glass & Mirror Works 20-8, Black & Orange 18-10, Larry’s LP 13-15, Vacant 5-23.

Individual games: Ron Staples (B&O) 209, Mike Zajac (G&MW) 208, Dean Etcheson (G&MW) 204.

Individual series: Mike Zajac (G&MW) 531, Curt Phelps (G&MW) 512, Art Bliven (L) 510.

Team games: Black & Orange 976, Glass & Mirror Works 917, Larry’s LP 851.

Team series: Black & Orange 2797, Glass & Mirror Works 2699, Larry’s LP 2441.

Games 50 or more above average: Ron Staples 209 (+60).

TNT Standings: Flower Power 26-10, Cashco 21-15, Larry’s LP 21-15, Vacant 4-32.

Individual games: Jennifer Kern (L) & Vicki Tollander (C) 178, Evie Engebretson (FP) 164, Cheryl Scallon (C) 158.

Individual series: Jennifer Kern (L) 507, Vicki Tollander (C) 465, Evie Engebretson (FP) 442.

Team games: Cashco 900, Flower Power 831, Larry’s LP 788.

Team series: Cashco 2472, Flower Power 2417, Larry’s LP 2333.

Splits converted: 6-7: Sue Eytcheson.

Wednesday Night Mens Standings: Cashco 19-5, Black & Orange 17.5-10.5, Lions 14-10, Zia Louisa’s 10.517.5, Pheasant Inn 6-22, 10th Hole 6-2.

Individual games: Gene Ackland (ZL) 236, Mike Zajac (C) 214, Bruce Norstrem (C) 211.

Individual series: Mike Zajac (C) 583, Gene Ackland (ZL) 577, Bruce Norstrem (C) 572.

Team games: Lions 1012, Cashco 996, Black & Orange & Zia Louisa’s 878.

Team series: Cashco 2838, Black & Orange 2620, Lions 2608.

Early Risers Standings: A+ Sanitation 21-15, Gandy Dancer 20-16, Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 18-18, 10th Hole 13-23.

Individual games: Janice Carlson (GNHD) 184, Evie Engebretson (GNHD) 178, Mylah Sperling (A+) 169.

Individual series: Janice Carlson (GNHD) 484, Claudia Peterson (GD) 472, Mylah Sperling (A+) 464.

Team games: Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 714, Gandy Dancer 703, A+ Sanitation 688.

Team series: Gayle’s Northwoods Hair Design 2086, Gandy Dancer 2032, A+ Sanitation 1991.

Thursday Night Ladies Standings: Dolls w/ Balls 20-12, Webster Motel 18-14, Pour House 16-16, Rollettes 10-22.

Individual games: Jackie Churchill (DW/B) 218, Sandy Churchill (R) 158, Jill Wieser (WM) 153.

Individual series: Jackie Churchill (DW/B) 531, Daphne Churchill (DW/B) 401, Christine Arntson (WM) 399.

Team games: Dolls w/ Balls 709, Rollettes 706, Pour House 690.

Team series: Dolls w/ Balls 1974, Pour House 1967, Rollettes 1948.

Games 50 or more above average: Jackie Churchill 218 (+69).

Denny’s Downtown Lanes

Sunday Afternoon Mixed Standings: Redneck Coon Hunters 52, Team Siren 42, George’s Angels 35, Spare Us 27, Blind 23, The Pacifiers 10.

Women’s games: “Trouble” Barfknecht 158, Ernie Meyer 149, Barbara Loomis 134.

Women’s series: Ernie Meyer & “Trouble” Barfknecht 435, Austin Otis 336.

Men’s games: Issac Jewell 211, Jorden Otis 174, Jim Loomis 168.

Men’s series: Issac Jewell 536, Jim Loomis 469, Jorden Otis 431.

Team games: Redneck Coon Hunters 503, George’s Angels 450, Spare Us 386.

Team series: Redneck Coon Hunters 1303, George’s Angels 1255, Spare Us 1122.

Games 50 or more above average: Issac Jewell 211 (+66), Jorden Otis 174 (+51).

Series 100 or more above average: Issac Jewell 536 (+101).

Wednesday Night Men Standings: Radio Shack 27, Boyd’s Outdoor Power 26, Village Hearth 24, Wood River Pharmacy 23, Granstburg Sanitary 20, Snow Whites 6.

Individual games (Handicap): Ed Bitler 231, Terry Larson 225, Maurice Johnson & Alan Melin 224.

Individual series (Handicap): Ed Bitler 634, Luke Thoreson 616,Jon Addison 596.

Team games (Handicap): Wood River Pharmacy 998, Radio Shack 995, Grantsburg Sanitary 953.

Team series (Handicap): Radio Shack 2851, Wood River Pharmacy 2802, Grantsburg Sanitary 2786.

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The one that got away Frederic Viking football players as well as their fans and coaches have spent many moments in the past few days commiserating over the “what ifs” which transpired in last Saturday’s heartbreaking 22-21 loss to an exemplary THE SPORTS Clayton squad.

(See game story elsewhere on these pages.)

“If I were still in school or had an offspring playing in that game, I believe I’d still have a pit in my stomach today,” said one FHS alumnus who shared his thoughts late Saturday afternoon at a bistro on Oak Street in downtown Frederic.

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Meanwhile, there’s optimism for Frederic boys hoops Insiders say Frederic boys coach Ryan Lind is feeling good about his team’s prospects for the 2011-12 campaign.

While most local experts expect Siren and Grantsburg to battle for the West Lakeland boys title, don’t be surprised if the Vikes – behind returning letter-winners Adam Chenal, Mike Tesch, Waylon Buck and Ian Lexen – find themselves above the .500 mark this season. Basketball action begins for both boys and girls on Tuesday, Nov. 29, which is less than three weeks from today. Rest assured that the Leader sports staff is poised and ready to bring you comprehensive basketball coverage in the coming months.

From the outhouse to the penthouse Those who interacted with Leader sports reporter Marty Seeger Saturday afternoon, Nov. 5, found the generally loquacious and effervescent scribe to be somewhat off his game. It seems Seeger, an accomplished archery deer hunter, was a bit disconsolate over the lack of action and opportunities he’d experienced

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during his recent forays afield during the peak of the rut, a time when he’s often found great success.

But Seeger’s attitude and outlook changed abruptly Sunday morning when the ex-Prairie Farm Panther arrowed a dandy 7-point buck with a wideantler spread. (See Seeger’s column elsewhere on these pages.)

Spies from Connorsville area say Seeger had viewed the buck via trail camera back in late September.

Youthful prodigy Grantsburg informants report that 17year-old Matt Miller of rural Falun arrowed a nice 6-point buck last weekend. While that fact may not necessarily turn heads, it might when one considers that this was the 28th deer that the former Pirate junior high football player has legally bagged and tagged during firearm and archery seasons during his six seasons as a licensed hunter. (And yes, he not only field dresses the deer he harvests, he also spearheads the processing for the family larder.)

Miller is the offspring of multisport

icon and 1984 GHS graduate Kevin Miller. In fact, a check of the archives reveals that Miller, the elder, spent several summers as a 35-E league slow-pitch softball teammate of this columnist.

Olson shines on Big Ten stage An Internet video is circulating which includes a clip of Luck Cardinal grad and current Augustana Vikings basketball player Brennan Olson, throwing down a two-handed slam dunk in his team’s exhibition game at Williams Arena in Minneapolis Monday night, Nov. 7. Chances are if you befriend someone connected with the Luck School District you will have an opportunity to view the video.

Old-timers remember Olson’s parents, Brian Olson and Karen (Chaffee) Olson, who were also LHS hoop stars back in the 1970s. Both played in WIAA state tournaments, as did their son. One wonders how many husband/wife/offspring combos can make such a claim.

John Ryan may be reached at jmr202@yahoo.com.

YSU banquet a success Three districts leverage donations at Frederic event

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer FREDERIC – The 25th-annual Youth Sports Unlimited banquet took place on Monday, Nov. 7, at Hacker’s Lanes in Frederic, and once again the event proved to be a big success.

Several hundred local supporters turned out for the fundraiser, which is a unique cooperative effort to use donated cash and prizes and turn them into dedicated funds for athletic, music, drama and general program supplies and offsetting costs for the Luck, Frederic and Unity school districts. Separate boards at each district determine how the funds are spent, which are split equally among all three schools.

The event has become a true tradition in its quarter century, and inspired hundreds of locals to donate, participate and then coordinate the event, which includes a meal and prize offerings as part of the ticket costs.

The YSU program was recently recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction for its efforts, in part due to the unique aspect of combining fundraising spoils between the three competing districts. It is one of just their 10 programs awarded special recognition by the state DPI in their Standing Up for Rural Wisconsin program.

Wisconsin schools Superintendent Tony Evers praised the YSU program earlier

ABOVE: Dale Johnson (left) and Ray Tilton take a moment to celebrate the YSU 25th anniversary. RIGHT: Marty Messar acted as emcee, ringleader and chief entertainer. – Photos by Greg Marsten this year for their innovation and efforts, noting their “... commitment to enriching the quality of life in rural Wisconsin ... inspiring others to invest in our rural communities, which are a vital part of Wisconsin’s culture and economic future.”

The YSU banquets and fundraising have raised over $375,000 in their 25 years, and while the final tally for Monday’s event was not available at press time, it seemed to be another winning success,with very few vacant seats.

LEADER SPORTS SCOREBOARD FOOTBALL

Small Lakeland Standings Team Conf. Overall Frederic Vikings 8-0 10-2 Northwood/Solon Springs 7-1 8-2 Shell Lake Lakers 6-2 6-3 Turtle Lake Lakers 4-4 5-5 Siren Dragons 4-4 5-5 Luck Cardinals 4-4 4-6 Birchwood Bobcats 2-6 2-6 Bruce Red Raiders 1-7 1-7 Winter Warriors 0-8 0-9 Scores Saturday, November 5 (Level III Playoffs) Clayton 22, Frederic 21

It was nearly a full house for the YSU banquet, which has raised nearly $400,000 over the years for sports, music and activity programs at Unity, Luck and Frederic schools.

VOLLEYBALL

West Lakeland Standings Team Conf. Overall Grantsburg Pirates 12-0 32-2 Luck Cardinals 10-2 24-7 St. Croix Falls Saints 7-5 11-16 Webster Tigers 5-7 8-9 Unity Eagles 5-7 9-12 Frederic Vikings 3-9 7-14 Siren Dragons 0-12 1-15 Scores Friday, November 4 (State Semifinal) Spencer 3, Grantsburg 2 Saturday, November 5 (State Championship) Ootsburg 3, Spencer 2

Visit www.wissports.net for local high school scores & stats

The 25th-annual Youth Sports Unlimited banquet took place on Monday, Nov. 7, in Frederic at Hacker's Lanes.

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ATVs • BIRDING • BOATING • CAMPING • FISHING • HIKING • HUNTING • RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

New firearm rules take effect on opening day of gun deer hunt

MADISON – New legislation signed Friday, Nov. 4, by Gov. Scott Walker modifies state law concerning the manner in which long-barreled firearms, bows and crossbows can be transported in motor vehicles or placed in or on stationary vehicles.

The new law will be published in time to take effect Nov. 19, opening day of the traditional, nine-day, 2011 gun deer season.

In its essence, the new law can be boiled down to a single statement, said Tim Lawhern, DNR division of enforcement and science administrator.

“Unless otherwise prohibited, you can carry a long gun, uncased and unloaded, in or on a motor vehicle in Wisconsin at any time,” Lawhern said. The DNR is preparing a more detailed analysis of the law and frequently asked questions that will be available later on the law enforcement pages of the DNR Web site.

While the law has changed, Lawhern said, there will still be many people who will continue to use a carrying case to transport unloaded firearms in motor vehicles, as hunters have been and will con-

Rut success stories.

And it ain’t over yet The bow-hunting season up until Sunday, Nov. 6, hadn’t been too eventful in terms of seeing deer.

Even my valiant efforts in trying to put a doe in the freezer fell short this fall, and by the Marty time a big doe did presSeeger ent a good shot, I was too afraid to shoot –thinking that a big The buck wasn’t far behind.

Turns out, there was no Bottom buck and nothing more to speak of that Line evening either.

Last Saturday morning, like some of my other outings in the weeks earlier, I was completely skunked again, and wasn’t able to hunt at all later that evening due to the epic Frederic/Clayton football game. It was a great way to spend the afternoon, but with time running out on the bow season, (with exception to late-season bow hunting) getting out as much as possible now is one of my top priorities.

I didn’t have much motivation to hunt

tinue to be advised in hunter education courses.

“It’s a great way to protect your investment in your firearms,” Lawhern said.

As is always the case with a new law, Lawhern said, the first year is an educational opportunity.

DNR chief warden Randy Stark has already provided the state’s warden force with detailed instructions on the new law and its enforcement. Wardens will use a mix of enforcement, communication and education to help hunters understand and comply with the new law, Lawhern said.

“We are always ready to help people in the field, to answer their questions and to provide advice,” Lawhern said.

Here are a few things hunters might need to know about the new law: • A caveat to the uncased long gun rule – the new legislation does not change Wisconsin law regulating the practice of shining (illuminating) wild animals at night with artificial light. It will still be illegal to possess a firearm of any kind, loaded or unloaded, while shining wild animals.

• The new law allows individuals to the following Sunday given the deer situation, but from my past experiences it was only a matter of time before the deer started chasing, or at least moving during the daylight hours. It seems as though the rut is late this year, and theorists who pay close attention to the moon phases may actually have something going for them this year. According to prohuntersjournal.com, the “rutting moon,” which is the second full moon after the autumnal equinox, is Thursday, Nov. 10. Some say that the seek-and-chase phase of a whitetail buck’s breeding activity starts at this time. In other words, Thursday is a very good day to call in sick to work. Better yet, just take a four-day weekend starting Thursday.

Of course, there are several other factors that contribute to deer activity, but given what I’ve experienced and what other friends have seen or experienced recently, the rut could peak by the end of the week. One friend proved this over a week ago, when he sat all day and witnessed 10 different bucks harassing at least three different does. In one instance, he saw five bucks chasing just one doe, so it seems impossible to predict what you’re going to experience between the end of October and first two weeks of November. The only way to know for sure is to simply get out of bed and hunt, which is exactly what I reluctantly did Sunday morning, knowing that any time

A 7-pointer taken by the author on Sunday, Nov. 6, helped put meat in an otherwise bare wild game freezer. The buck sported an 18-1/2-inch inside spread.

hunt from a stationary nonmotorized vehicle, such as a hay wagon, so long as it is not attached to a motor vehicle. Previously, hunting from any vehicle was prohibited, without the distinction of whether the vehicle was motorized or stationary.

This change previously had been sought by warden administrators. “People used to have to take one or more wheels off the hay wagon to comply with the letter of the law,” Lawhern said.

• It will be legal to possess and transport uncased bows and crossbows in a vehicle. However, bows may not have an arrow nocked. A crossbow may not be cocked unless it is unloaded (meaning the bolt or arrow is removed) and cased.

• When in or on a vehicle which is stationary, long guns can be both uncased and loaded. A stationary vehicle can have the motor running. “Stationary” means not moving, regardless of whether the motor is running. This allows a hunter, at a stationary vehicle, to place a loaded gun on a clean, dry surface.

Wisconsin hunters, as a group, are among the best-trained and safest hunters in the world, said Lawhern. This is thanks

in large part to the legions of volunteer hunter safety instructors who donate their time each year to educate new hunters.

“Our hunters have established an enviable safety record,” Lawhern said. “We fully expect the vast majority of hunters in Wisconsin will continue to use common sense and safe practices when handling firearms. For most of us, these practices have become second nature.”

Here are the four basic rules of gun safety, as taught in hunter education: • Treat every firearm as if it is loaded.

• Always point the muzzle in a safe direction.

• Be certain of your target and what’s beyond.

• Keep your finger outside the trigger guard until ready to shoot.

For the most current information on the new law, and to see the frequently asked questions visit dnr.wi.gov. – from the DNR

The rut was good to a pair of friends who hadn’t bow hunted in 18 years. This 9-pointer, arrowed by Dennis Hill, was taken on Thursday, Oct. 27. – Photos by Dennis Hill and Bruce Kahl spent in the woods is valuable, especially during the first week of November.

Sunday morning began with a small doe fawn feeding directly below my stand. The fawn had been kicked away from her mother, who was getting chased throughout the woods by two yearling bucks, and they weren’t about to let her rest. But it had me wondering where the mature bucks had been and, up until Sunday, I had yet to see anything older than a yearling. After two hours in the stand, I got the opportunity at a buck I had several trail photos of. Initially, I hadn’t planned on shooting it even though it was one of the largest bucks I’d had on camera all season long, but the excitement of watching him leisurely walk toward my stand was too good to pass up.

In less than a minute, a perfectly placed arrow sent the buck crashing over the ridge in front of me, and my season was complete.

It’s been two years since I’d shot anything with my bow, and my wife and I felt the void in our lack of venison in the freezer. This buck, and hopefully another doe or larger buck during the gun deer season, will get us through until next fall.

As it turns out, I wasn’t the only bow hunter who experienced a successful year

of hunting. My father-in-law, Dennis Hill, and his good friend, Bruce Kahl, took nice bucks during the archery season, and in the same general area where I took my buck on Sunday. They’re the dynamic catfishing duo that I featured during the summer. Both are retired iron-workers who were bow hunters before bow hunting was cool, yet it’s been 18 years since the last time they picked up the stick and string. Hill ended up taking a nice 9-point buck on Thursday, Oct. 27, while the deer was curious about a doe, and Kahl arrowed a wide 8-pointer on Monday morning, Nov. 7.

Bruce Kahl shot this buck on Monday, Nov. 7, with a bow.

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ATV safety course completed Recently, volunteer instructors Greg Giese and Jim and Sue Smedegard, members of Cozy Corner Trails Inc. ATV and Snowmobile Club, in Danbury, taught ATV safety to 17 students from Douglas, Burnett and Polk counties in Wisconsin, along with students from Minnesota. Assisting the instructors was Austin Reed, Burnett County youth rep to Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs as he works toward becoming a junior instructor. Mark Little, WDNR recreational safety warden, spoke with the students, as well. All 17 students passed the two-day, six-hour course, for which all fees were paid by Cozy Corner Trails Inc. The club members felt that it was well worth the money to hopefully avoid any further accidents resulting in injury or death to young people in the area. - Photo submitted

Dr. Bont presents donation to St. Croix Falls Lions Club

At a recent meeting of the St. Croix Falls Lions Club, Dr. Steve Bont, also a Lions Club member, presented a check for $1,000 to Lions President Ernie Naumann (L) for the club’s help with the Autumfest 1K and 5K races. The St. Croix Falls Lions Club will be using part of the proceeds for the local food shelves for the upcoming holiday season and the balance toward a new accessible fishing pier at the St. Croix Falls Lions Park on the St. Croix River. The St. Croix Falls Lions Club is trying to raise about $10,000 for this project. Just a reminder that the Lions annual Christmas tree sale will start Saturday, Nov. 19, with the proceeds of the sale going toward the accessible fishing pier. – Photo submitted

West Denmark confirmands

West Denmark Lutheran Church confirmands were recognized for reaffirmation of their baptism on Sunday, Oct. 30, at West Denmark, outside Luck. Pictured front row (L to R): Austin Holm, Camille Marsten, Darian Ogilvie, Karsten Petersen, Trevor Dexter and AmySue Greif.

Back row: Pastor Linda Rozumalski and Pastor Mike Rozumalski. – Photo submitted

New hospice volunteers

Regional Hospice welcomes its most recent class of volunteers: Back row (L to R): Diane Medaglia, Linda Baum, Karen Morris, Karen Klink and Kathy Hansen volunteer coordinator.

Front: Jeanna Steele, Judy Lener, Jan Bauer and Annett Hogan. — Photo submitted

Wisconsin in the Civil War: the 150 th anniversary

by John A. Scocos Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary WISCONSIN — More than 150 years ago, this nation was engaged in a terrible civil war.

Few Americans were left untouched by the conflict that witnessed the deaths of over 600,000 of their countrymen. Like subsequent wars, Wisconsin’s citizen-soldiers answered the call for national defense with unswerving devotion, enlisting in large numbers. Approximately 12,000 from Wisconsin perished from wounds, accidents or disease in what remains today one of the nation’s mostly costly wars. This year, the Wisconsin Department of Veterans has taken the lead in recognizing the sacrifices of Wisconsin’s Civil War military members through the establishment of the Wisconsin Civil War Sesquicentennial Commission. Organized to coordinate the efforts of Wisconsin’s museums, libraries, schools and universities, and citizens, the commission seeks to honor the legacies of those who served while illuminating the efforts of those on the home front.

When southern rebels fired upon Fort Sumter in the early-morning hours of April 12, 1861, Wisconsin had only been a state for 12 years. Its population numbered nearly 800,000, about half of whom were male. Most Wisconsinites had known for some time that southern intent pointed directly toward secession in opposition to national union. Still, it must have come as quite a shock when they learned of the brazen attack on a federal military installation garrisoned by a tiny detachment. In the aftermath of the bombing, the state moved quickly to fulfill Lincoln’s call for 90-day regiments to put down the nascent rebellion. Just four days after the bombardment, Wisconsin Gov. Alexander Randall issued his proclamation urging support for the war effort. “All good citizens, everywhere, must join in making common cause against a common enemy,” wrote Randall on April 16. Wisconsinites agreed. Within the first few months they rushed to fill the ranks so quickly that the state had difficulty in providing necessary supplies. Unlike supplies, however, there was no shortage of martial spirit on the part of Wisconsin’s volunteers. One overly exuberant, untested cavalry trooper wrote, “We have a teacher from West Point Military College drilling us in the sword exercise every day, and we will have our horses before long and our arms and uniform. There will be some rip and cut when we get among the traitors.”

The citizen-soldiers, who responded swiftly to Lincoln’s call for volunteers, were made up of a diverse group of Americans.

Many had only recently arrived to the state – Germans escaping the failed social revolutions of their homeland, Irish fleeing from political oppression and famine, Belgians and Scandinavians, and even southern Americans attracted by the rich farmland. Many others had been here longer. They included native peoples, the descendents of 17th century French trappers, Yankees who made their way east after the War of 1812, to name but a few. Whatever their national or regional origin, they were all united in the bonds of martial brotherhood known only to those who have served in uniform. Recruited from tightknit communities, they marched, fought, and in some cases, died, not so much for abstract political notions but rather for each other, their families and the deeply held notions of honor and fidelity that help bind a nation together. They may not have known it at the time, but theirs was an endeavor that would profoundly shape the history of this nation.

By the end of the war, the Badger State had fielded more than 91,000 men, or to put it in more graphic terms, nearly 1 in 9 residents served in uniform during the war. In addition to sending men to the front, Wisconsin homefront efforts played a major part in the war effort. Possessing 2 million acres of cultivated farmland, Wisconsin ably provided food supplies and the raw material for clothing thousands of Union troops. In addition, Wisconsin mines produced millions of pounds of muchneeded lead.

Wisconsin soldiers fought in every southern state except Florida. They manned sailing vessels, guarded the western frontier and saw action in most of the major engagements of the war. They also provided some of the most famous infantry regiments of the war. Three of the five regiments of the famed Iron Brigade of the West hailed from Wisconsin.

The only all-western brigade in the Army of the Potomac, the famous Black Hats included the 2nd, 6th and 7th Wisconsin infantry regiments, along with the 19th Indiana and 24th Michigan regiments. When first organized, they came under the command of Milwaukee’s politically well-connected Rufus King.

By May 1862, he had been permanently replaced by the more capable Gen. John Gibbon, who would forge the Iron Brigade into one of the war’s most formidable fighting units. At Gettysburg, the brigade suffered an astounding 65-percent casualty rate. Its depleted ranks were subsequently filled by replacement regiments from the East, forever altering the make up of the unit.

Other regiments too made their marks in the annals of Civil War history. Mustered in at Camp Randall, the 8th Infantry served in the western theater with distinction, but it is perhaps more well-known for its mascot, Old Abe, the war eagle. Purchased at the beginning of the war, Old Abe accompanied the regiment and saw action in 37 battles and engagements, most notably the siege of Vicksburg. In 1864, the regiment presented the old veteran to the state of Wisconsin as a visible reminder of the war effort. Old Abe remained at the Capitol until it succumbed to fumes from a small fire. The venerable bird’s remains remained on public display until a devastating fire destroyed the Capitol in 1904.

In 1901, the Wisconsin Legislature established the Grand Army of the Republic Memorial Hall, dedicated to Civil War veterans and veterans of subsequent wars. It is not surprising that after the war, the aging veterans sought to memorialize their efforts. They understood the importance of preserving their legacy and that the relics of their wartime service possessed an awesome power to convey the memories of their deeds for successive generations. Imbued with the memories of their service, these objects became sacred reminders of the sacrifices of Wisconsin’s citizen-soldiers.

Control of the G. A. R. Memorial Hall shifted to the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs in 1945. Since then, the Wisconsin Veterans Museum has preserved the legacies of the state’s military service members, ensuring that their role in shaping the nation’s history is properly commemorated, acknowledged and affirmed. Indeed, all Wisconsinites have a civic duty to do so. So, when people reflect upon the deeds of the Wiscon-

sin Civil War veterans let them remember them not as players in some long ago event, but instead as brothers in an unbroken line of Wisconsin’s citizen-soldiers.

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Voter ID law will require more poll workers definitely going to be a little challenging for them, but once they get used to looking at the IDs and if you have just one person in charge of that and that’s all they have to focus on, I think it’ll be fine,” she says.

This summer, the city of Madison held a mock election to educate election officials on the new photo ID requirements.

City clerk Maribeth Witzel-Behl says they’ll need twice as many workers at each polling place.

“For a small election we could have five election officials,

Dream hunt helps handicapped sportsmen powered Dream Hunts. “Knowing Mitch and seeing him and taking him out, and knowing that in his hunt, he didn’t get out of the blind,” he says. “He sat in there from 8 o’clock in the morning till quarter to 5.”

“I loved it out there.”

“And your wife got to sit there, your daughter got to sit there.”

“My wife is a caregiver for me. It gave her an opportunity to relax for a change.”

Ramsey came up with the idea for Empowered Dream Hunts after overcoming his own challenges ... growing up as an orphan in more than a dozen foster homes in Milwaukee, and at the Lincoln Hills School in Irma. “We’re gonna go through trials. You’re gonna go through trials no matter what you are,” he says. “Sometimes you think they’re fair, sometimes you don’t think they’re fair. It gives me perspective to just be very humble and know that there’s always somebody we can help around the corner. Nineteen families have been helped by Empowered Dream Hunts since the nonprofit organization was started four years ago.

Polk County circuit court valid license, $200.50; failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10.

Hannah A. Florer, Centuria, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Jacob A. Fredericks, Frederic, operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, not guilty plea; failure to notify police of accident, not guilty plea.

Brandon M. Hansen, Roberts, fail to stop at stop sign, not guilty plea.

Bryan J. Haugerud, Osceola, operating while suspended, $200.50; nonregistration of auto, $175.30.

Jacob N. Heyer, Clayton, failure to notify police of accident, not guilty plea, failure to keep vehicle under control, not guilty plea.

Michael F. Ives, Hudson, speeding, $175.30.

Edward P. Jansen, Balsam Lake, nonregistration of auto, $175.30.

Jaris C. Johnson, Comstock, nonregistration of auto, $175.30.

Taylor R. Johnson, Milltown, operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, not guilty plea.

Jennifer J. Johnston, Luck, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Burnett County marriages Dewey A. Dau, Swiss, and Rose M. Garbe, Swiss, issued Oct. 10, 2011.

William R. Thommes, Crystal, Minn., and Christine R. Lang, St. Paul, Minn., issued Oct. 17, 2011.

Joseph P. Cremin, Town of LaFollette, and Sara J. McLain, Town of LaFollette, issued Oct.19, 2011.

William L. Mulroy, Town of Lincoln, and Melisa J. Siler, Town of Lincoln, issued Oct. 21, 2011.

Burnett County deaths James L. Zetterberg, 62, Grantsburg, died Oct. 16, 2011.

Marie E. Hoffius, 81, Minneapolis, Minn., died Oct. 18, 2011.

Carol A. Sutton, 70, Spooner, died Oct. 23, 2011.

Burnett County warrants Neil S. Berkholz, 21, Isle, Minn., warrant - failure to appear, Oct. 25.

Brandon L. Froemel, 18, Hayward, arrest warrant - complaint, Oct. 24.

Winslow W. Helsper, 19, Hayward, arrest warrant - complaint, Oct. 24.

Rusty J. Matrious, 18, Webster, warrant - failure to appear,Oct. 25.

Colin L. Schickling, 23, St. Paul, Minn., warrant - failure to appear, Oct. 26.

Lester D. Sutton, 20, Danbury, failure to pay fine, Oct. 27.

Burnett County sherrif’s report Arrests and citations Oct. 24: Daniel B. Songetay, 33, Danbury, was arrested on a probation violation.

Oct. 25: Mitchell T. Fowler, 31, Siren, was arrested on a Polk County warrant.

Other incidents Oct. 28: Michael J. Holter, Hammond, reported his cabin entered without his permission.

Nothing appeared to be missing

inside the cabin.

Oct. 28: It was reported that a window was shot out at the Anderson Town Hall. Upon investigation, it appeared that this was not an accident.

Oct. 30: Brian T. Smestad, Baldwin, reported a canoe taken from his property.

Oct. 30: Carl J. Wallin, Grantsburg, reported two traps taken from a trap line.

Jerry E. Kolve, St. Croix Falls, speeding, not guilty plea.

Joseph L. Lallier, Balsam Lake, operate ATV w/o valid registration, $200.50.

Derald T. Larsen, Dresser, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Laverne W. Maloney, Shafer, Minn., operate w/o valid license, not guilty plea; operating left of centerline, not guilty plea.

Kathleen H. Mayerhofer, Victoria, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Mary L. McDonald, Hampton, Minn., operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Paula M. Mikle, Balsam Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Eric A. Miller, Luck, operate w/o carrying license, $150.10.

Pamela J. Moore, Dresser, inattentive driving, not guilty plea.

Paul D. Mueller, Osceola, passing in no-passing zone, $213.10.

Andrew R. Nelson, Amery, operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50.

Gordon Parker, Luck, operate w/o valid license, $200.50; operating left of centerline, $213.10.

Jeffrey B. Petersen, Balsam Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Joy D. Powell, Oakdale, Minn., seat belt violation, $10.00.

Shelby L. Reindahl, Clayton, operate w/o valid license, not guilty plea; speeding, not guilty plea.

Ryan R. Schneewind, Amery, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Heather M. Smith, Osceola, hit and run-unattended vehicle, $263.50; inattentive driving, $187.90.

Margaret E. Stone, Balsam Lake, seat belt violation, $10.00; operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Andrew L. Swanson, Clear Lake, speeding, $175.30; operating while suspended, $200.50.

Dustin P. Turnquist, Centuria, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Michael T. Vadnais, Clayton, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Kurt J. Wylie, Balsam Lake, operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50.

Matthew C. Ziegler, Clear Lake, fail/yield right/way from stop sign, not guilty plea.

Polk County marriage licenses Pamela J. Engen, Milltown, and Christopher Hansen, Milltown, issued Oct. 30, 2011.

Wyonna B. Lee, Osceola, and James D. Dallager, Dresser, issued Oct. 31, 2011.

Wendy M. Wilson, Clayton, and Dennis L. Heiken, Clayton, issued Nov. 1, 2011.

375 & Up/Month

$

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FOR RENT 2,200-Sq.-Ft. 3-BR Home

Frederic address, Siren School District, 2-1/2-car gar., 90% new construction.

700

$

/mo. + damage deposit Call 715-656-3118 References Required

COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR RENT On busy Hwy. 35 in Centuria. 24x24, heat & air, fireplace, carpets, cabinets, 1/2 bath.

380& /mo. + deposit utilities

$

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All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-6699777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1800-927-9275.

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FREDERIC ARTS

HOLIDAY SALE

Sat. & Sun., Nov. 12-13, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

MUSIC, COOKIES AND CIDER

at the Frederic Art Center

Come & meet the participating member artists:

Burnett Medical Center vs.

Aaron S. Brenizer, Grantsburg, $3,860.18.

Phillip R. Brenizer vs.

Nicholle A. Blomker and Ray Whiteside, $1,958.50.

Win Herberg, pottery; Paula Elert, photography; David DeMattia, metalwork; Nancy Buley, botanical bodycare; Cindy Cutter, photography; Darrel Mathieu, woodworking; and Jack Route, metalwork.

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St. Dominic Catholic Church

Burnett County criminal court Jessica E. Cranston, 24, Brook Park, Minn., possession of drug paraphernalia, $330.50.

Daymin R. Eckstrom, 18, Hibbing, Minn., criminal damage to property, $330.50.

Brandon S. Hopkins, 31, Webster, vehicle equipment violation, $175.30; seat belt violation, $18.00; no insurance, $200.50.

Drew N. Jaspers, 24, Siren, retail theft, one-year probation, obtain GED during probation, $243.00.

Martin Johnson III, 30, Stanley, battery, nine-month jail sentence, $243.00.

Lindsey M. Lucas, 26, Hinckley, Minn., retail theft, $336.82.

Furnished or unfurnished. Incl. water, sewer, garbage, coin laundry. Manager on-site. No pets. No smoking.

Garage Sales/ Real Estate

310 Lake Avenue South

Burnett County civil court Midland Funding LLC vs.

Debbie Belland, Grantsburg, $3,594.21.

Capital One Bank vs. Shannon M. Woodford, Webster, $1,520.25.

Burnett Medical Center vs.

Jacqueline I. Stanford, Siren, $6,673.66.

Apartments in Balsam Lake

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Jaime L. Anderson, North Branch, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Madison M. Bauer, Hastings, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Charles T. Boe, Turtle Lake, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Kyle R. Bottolfson, Luck, operate w/o valid license, not guilty plea.

Michael G. Branville, Luck, dog running at large, $100.00.

Ashley E. Broulette, Rhinelander, speeding, $175.30.

Silviu Chiriac, Brooklyn Park, Minn., speeding, $175.30.

Margo A. Cuskey, Rice Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Scott D. Denzer, Luck, seat belt violation, $10.00.

Josiah A. Draves, St. Croix Falls, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00.

Andrew C. Erickson, Balsam Lake, operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00; operating while suspended, $200.50.

Michael C. Fickbohm, St. Croix Falls, operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, not guilty plea.

Dezerea L. Fierro, Duluth, Minn., failure to notify police of accident, $263.50; operate w/o

FOR RENT

Anthony E. Reynolds, 29, Webster, disorderly conduct, probation revoked, 90-day jail sentence, alcohol assessment; criminal damage to property, probation revoked; resisting or obstructin officer, probation revoked, $355.55.

Joshua C. Robinson, 35, Shell Lake, speeding, $175.30.

Brandon M. Songetay, 33, Danbury, bail jumping, one-year probation, alcohol treatment, apply to drug court, $243.00.

Trent D. Sutherland, 19, Grantsburg, speeding, $175.30.

John F. Waldron, 42, Osseo, Minn., speeding, $200.50.

Edwin K. Akana, 28, Frederic, theft, probation revoked, six-month jail sentence, pay unpaid court costs and restitution, $2,420.00.

Hwy. 35 North in Frederic

Holiday Bazaar Saturday, Nov. 19, 2011

8 a.m. to Noon - Door Prizes every 15 min.

Special Visit from Jolly Ol’ St. Nick and Mrs. Claus

Bring your camera for photos, 10 a.m. to Noon

Raffle Drawing - 12 Noon 1st Prize: 11-piece Nativity Set 2nd Prize: Hand-Knit Afghan 3rd Prize: American Girl Doll White Elephant Sale

RAFFLE TICKETS $ 1 each or 6 for $5

Come for Coffee!

Munch a Cinnamon Roll or a piece of pie!

Or both!

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by Glen Moberg Wisconsin Public Radio STATEWIDE – As we head into this year’s gun deer season, a number of handicapped sportsmen and their families will be given the opportunity to return to the woods and enjoy an activity that they thought they could never do again.

Five years ago, Mitch Hoyt of Marathon was hunting alone in the woods, when his tree stand broke, sending him plunging headfirst to the forest floor.

“I knew I’d broken my neck or back,” he says. “I couldn’t move my legs. My bones were coming out of my wrists there. I’d broken both arms. In the dirt, with my finger, I wrote a message to my wife and kids, and I said, ‘Chris, I’ve always loved you. Girls, I love you too.’ And then I waited there to die.”

Hoyt is now confined to a wheelchair, paralyzed from the neck down. His wife and daughters provide him with constant care. But a former wrestling coach, Joe Ramsey, gave Hoyt and his family the opportunity to go on a deer hunt together, all expenses paid, through a program called Em-

but now with the changes we have in place, the minimum is going to be 10 election officials.” Witzel-Behl says her office has requested an additional $350,000 as well. Dan Thompson heads the Wisconsin League of Municipalities. He says there are no firm statewide numbers about how many extra poll workers may be needed with the new law, but it’s being discussed.

“There is some nervousness among municipal officials about how time consuming and difficult it is going to be to administer the new photo ID law,” he says. “The truth is we just don’t know yet.”

Thompson isn’t worried about any mass confusion among voters with the new photo ID law but says casting a ballot probably will take longer. - Wisconsin Public Radio

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EAU CLAIRE – City clerks say they’ll need to hire extra election workers next year because of the new Voter ID law, which will also drive up costs.

Eau Claire election specialist Cheryl Brunner says she’ll need an extra 20 poll workers to check IDs for regular elections and 40 more for the presidential. All told, Brunner expects that to bump up costs by $2,400 to $4,800 per cycle. But Brunner says despite the cost, having the extra help should make for a smooth learning process. “The first election is

NOVEMBER 9, 2011 - INTER-COUNTY LEADER - NEWS SECTION - A - PAGE 23

Virgil Hansen, Clerk

NOTICE OF MEETING TOWN OF WEST SWEDEN

Notice Is Hereby Given That The Town Board Meeting Is Scheduled To Be Held On November 15, 2011, Immediately Following The Budget Meeting To Be Held At 6:30 p.m.

At The Town Hall.

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Agenda: 1. Call meeting to order 2. Clerk Report 3. Treasurer Report 4. Corrections on the printed agenda 5. Public input 6. Old business 7. Employee/Hwy. report 8. Correspondence 9. New business 10. Review bills/vouchers 11. Set next meeting date 12. Move to adjourn Respectfully Submitted Andrea Lundquist, Clerk

POLK COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011, at 10:30 a.m.

Shoreview Apartments, Balsam Lake

Agenda: I. Call to Order. II. Minutes. III. Financial Reports. IV. Operations Report. V. Unfinished Business. VI. New Business. VIII. Adjourn.

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RN CARE MANAGER - Full Time Centuria and Spooner

Do you want to make a difference in the community where you live? NorthernBridges partners with the State of Wisconsin to provide Family Care, an innovative long-term-care program which assists elderly and adults with disabilities remain in their community.

At NorthernBridges, RN Care Managers work as part of an interdisciplinary team with our individual members to support the member in living their best life possible. To accomplish this mission, assessments are performed, care plans developed, consultation occurs and education is provided by the RN Care Manager to meet the member’s unique goals or outcomes.

To support our team in accomplishing this mission, we offer a values-based culture, competitive salaries and excellent benefits. To take your first step in making a difference for others, visit “Careers” at www.northernbridges.com or call 715-934-2266.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING FOR TOWN OF TRADE LAKE, BURNETT COUNTY

Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, November 10, 2011, at 6 p.m. at the Trade Lake Town Hall, a PUBLIC HEARING on the PROPOSED BUDGET of the Town of Trade Lake in Burnett County will be held.

The Proposed Budget is posted for review. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the town clerk’s home by appointment.

Deborah Christian, Clerk at 715-488-2600 or tradelakewi@grantsburgtelcom.net.

NOTICE – SPECIAL MEETING OF THE ELECTORS

Notice is hereby given that a special town meeting of the Town of Trade Lake, Burnett County, Wisconsin, will be held in the town at the Trade Lake Town Hall, Town Hall Rd. on the 10th day of November 2011. The town elector meeting will be held immediately following the completion of the Public Hearing on the proposed 2012 town budget which begins at 6 p.m. for the following purposes: 1. To approve the 2011 town tax levy to be paid in 2012 pursuant to Sec. 60.10(1)(a) of Wis. Statutes.

NOTICE - TOWN OF TRADE LAKE MONTHLY BOARD MEETING

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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

KENNETH ROBERT LARSON, et al.

Defendant(s) Case Number: 09 CV 220 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on May 6, 2009, in the amount of $195,237.31, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 23, 2011, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin .

DESCRIPTION: The South 228 feet of the West 365 feet of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 5, Township 33 North, Range 15 West.

Said land being in the Town of Clayton, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 499 115th Ave., Amery, WI 54001.

TAX KEY NO.: 016-00096-0000.

Dated this 15th day of September, 2011.

Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Christina E. Demakopoulos State Bar #1066197 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 277249

Employment Opportunities/Notices

The monthly board meeting will be held Thursday, November 10, 2011, immediately following the Special Meeting of the Electors Agenda: Minutes of last meeting, Treasurer’s Report, Resident Issues: Recycling Fees, Purchase of Payloader, Treasurer’s Bond Ordinance, Rd. Mtc. Report, Payment of Bills, December date and Agenda Deborah L. Christian, clerk, www.tradelakewi.com

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING FOR TOWN OF STERLING, POLK COUNTY

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 21, 2011, at 7 p.m. at the Cushing Community Center a PUBLIC HEARING on the 2012 PROPOSED BUDGET of the Town of Sterling in Polk County will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the town clerk’s office from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Phone: 715-488-2735.

NOTICE TIME CHANGE TOWN OF BALSAM LAKE MONTHLY TOWN BOARD MEETING

Notice Is Hereby Given That The Balsam Lake Town Meeting Will Be Held On Mon., Nov. 14, 2011, At 5:30 p.m. At The Town Hall.

The agenda includes: Public comment; minutes; approval of bills; updates on town road projects and other misc. updates.

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Frederic School District

Substitute Employment Opportunity Maintenance-Custodial Services

Individuals seeking employment as a substitute in custodialmaintenance are asked to complete an application located on the District Web site (www.frederic.k12.wi.us) and a statement of qualifications (experiences, aptitude for cleaning, team worker, lift 50 pounds, electrical, carpentry, etc. - a CDL/bus is an advantage) for this position.

Send or drop off the materials at your earliest convenience to Warren Peterson, Buildings and Grounds Supervisor, 1437 Clam Falls Drive, Frederic, WI 54837.

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NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN ELECTORS MEETING TOWN OF STERLING, POLK COUNTY

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 21, 2011, immediately following the completion of the Public Hearing on the proposed 2012 budget, which begins at 7 p.m. at the Cushing Community Center, 2510 241st Street, a special meeting of the electors called pursuant to Sec. 60.12 (1)(c) of Wis. Statutes by the town board for the following purposes will be held: 1. To adopt the total 2012 highway expenditures pursuant to Section 82.03(2) of Wisconsin Statutes.

2. To adopt the 2011 town tax levy to be paid in 2012 pursuant to Section 60.10(1)(a) of Wisconsin Statutes.

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Mon., Nov. 14, 2011, 6:30 p.m.

Milltown Fire Hall

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Plan Committee Meeting

(Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9)

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Cynthia E. Schalley, 71, Amery, Oct. 32, 2011.

Audrey J. Gutzmer, 73, Milltown, Oct. 24, 2011.

Griffin I. Randall, 6, Clayton, Oct. 25, 2011.

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Polk County deaths Beatrice L. Klinke, 85, St. Croix Falls, died Oct. 9, 2011.

James B. Hansen, 66, St. Croix Falls, died Oct. 12, 2011.

Gladys R. Olson, 95, St. Croix Falls, died Oct. 12, 2011.

Jerry D. Ryan, 68, Town of Garfield, died Oct. 15, 2011.

Marian B. Chartrand, 90, Balsam Lake, died Oct. 16, 2011.

Eleanor R. Faber, 85, Spooner, died Oct. 14, 2011.

Timothy H. Olson, 40, Burnsville, Minn., died Oct. 14, 2011.

Anthony J. Barrows, 11, Osceola, died Oct. 18, 2011.

Margery A. Lurndahl, 77, Centuria, died Oct. 19, 2011.

Kailey R. Zumda, 12, Town of Lincoln, died Oct. 21, 2011.

Robert E. Jacobson, 80, St. Croix Falls, Oct. 22, 2011.

Aaron L. Lutz, 92, Town of Lincoln, Oct. 22, 2011.

NOTICE OF TOWN OF STERLING BOARD MEETING

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 21, 2011, immediately following the completion of the Special Town Meeting of the electors at the Cushing Community Center, a town board meeting will be held for the following purpose: 1. For the town board to discuss and adopt the 2012 Budget for the Town of Sterling.

This will also be the Monthly Town Board Meeting.

Agenda: Clerk minutes; treasurer financial report; update on town leases; citizens concerns; discuss possible assessors for 2012; approve operator licenses; road maint. report; set December agenda and bills paid.

Dated November 4, 2011 549534 12L 2a Julie Peterson, Clerk

HELP WANTED

CITY OF TAYLORS FALLS CITY COORDINATOR - ZONING ADMINISTRATOR Taylors Falls, Minn., population 976, seeks to fill its Coordinator-Zoning Administrator position. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Coordinating City projects and Council or Commission directives; interpretation and enforcement of City’s Code of Ordinances, including the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Regulations. Salary to be negotiable, depending upon qualifications. Requirements include: high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, minimum of two years’ directly related administrative experience required, knowledge of personal computer applications and software including Microsoft Office, Arc View or Arc Map Geographic Information System.

Position will remain open until filled. Complete job description and application forms are available by contacting the City at any of the following ways: Address: City of Taylors Falls 637 First Street Taylors Falls, MN 55084-1144 E-mail: tfclerk@frontiernet.net Web site: www.taylors-falls.mn.us Phone: 651-465-5133, Ext. 21 Fax: 651-465-4603 548917 52d,e 11-12L 1a,d,e The City of Taylors Falls is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age pursuant to MS 363.03 & 181.67. The City is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C.A. 12105 et seq., please call (651) 465-5133 if any reasonable accommodations need to be made. The City will be providing Veterans Preference points MS 197.455 & 43A.11.

NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY GRANTSBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Title: H.R. Contact: Contact Phone: Job Description: Qualifications: Requirements:

How to Apply:

Employer:

Job Address: Web site: Description:

Teacher/Tutor Kathleen Coppenbarger 715-463-2320 50% FTE Reading and Math Intervention Teacher for Nelson Primary School.

Wisconsin Certification: 71-Early Childhood Middle Childhood (Birth - age 11) or equivalent.

The ideal candidate will have experience with differentiation and supporting students in the development of essential reading and math skills. Desire to work in a team of collaborative progressive thinking educators focused on the development of the whole child.

Candidate must have the ability to support a safe and positive learning environment for all students. Technology literacy is also desired.

Send letter of application, resume, e-mail address, credentials, including three letters of recommendation, transcripts and a copy of license by November 14, 2011.

Grantsburg School District Attn.: Kathleen Coppenbarger 475 E. James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840 Same as the employer address. http;//www.gk12.net Grantsburg School District is a K - 12 School System of 1,000 students that is located in NW Wisconsin. It is located just over an hour from the Twin Cities Metro area. Grantsburg is located on the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and is the home of Crex Meadows Wildlife Center.

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101 150th St., Balsam Lake, WI 54810 Tel. 715-485-8764 - Fax: 715-485-8740 E-mail: dmanning@endeavorsadc.org Endeavors Adult Development Center, Inc. a private nonprofit, hereby provides notice that it intends to apply to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the following transportation equipment under section 5310/s.8522 to serve elderly persons and persons with disabilities primarily in Polk County, and also to individuals receiving services from Burnett and Barron County: (1) Minivan, five ambulatory passengers.

(1) Minivan, four ambulatory passengers and one wheelchair seating.

(1) Minibus, seven ambulatory passengers and one wheelchair seating.

Individuals or agencies wishing to comment or receive additional information about this application should contact: Diana Manning at 101 150th st., Balsam Lake, WI 54810 or call at 715-4858764.

Formal comments or requests for additional information must be received in writing by December 18, 2011.

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SUBSTITUTE OFFICE AIDE POSITION Frederic School District

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The Frederic School District seeks a substitute Office Aide position. This will be occasional position, fill in as needed.

Hours would be 7:30 - 4 p.m. M/T/W/TH/F. Responsibilities would include serving as receptionist and assist the principal with all secretarial tasks. Applicant must possess excellent communications skills in an office-student setting. Experience in Microsoft Office a must, ability to work accurately, multitask and work with confidential materials is a must. Application deadline is 11/11/11. For further information, please contact: Josh Robinson, Principal Frederic School District 1437 Clam Falls Drive Frederic, WI 54837 Telephone: 715-327-4223 robinsonj@frederic.k12.wi.us The Frederic School District is an equal opportunity employer.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

PARCEL MAPPING/ GIS ANALYST COUNTY SURVEYOR/LAND INFORMATION OFFICE Full Time This position provides support in parcel mapping, maintenance / update of countywide parcel GIS data sets and databases, as well as, maintenance of other GIS data sets and databases; coordinating updates with other departments and the Web site vendor. Mapping for various County offices.

Requires: Four-year degree in Land Surveying or GIS with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a related field preferred. Must have land surveying experience, excellent understanding of land surveying principles, proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS, ArcInfo and ArcEditor, excellent understanding of and ability to interpret real estate documents and survey maps, type at least 40 words per minute and a valid Wisconsin driver’s license. Experience with AutoCAD also desirable. Two-year degree in Land Surveying or GIS with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a related field may be considered.

Salary: $23.50/hour plus excellent fringe benefits.

For further information and application material contact the Burnett County Administration/Human Resources Office, Burnett County Government Center - Room #190, 7410 County Road K, #116, Siren, WI 54872 (www.burnettcounty.com or mthalacker@burnettcounty.org). Phone: 715/3492181, Fax: 715/349-2180). Applications accepted until 4:30 p.m., Monday, November 14, 2011.

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Notices (Oct. 26, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AnchorBank, fsb f/k/a S&C Bank, f/k/a Polk County Bank Plaintiff, vs.

Estate of Doris M. Usher, Unknown Spouse of Doris M. Usher and Unknown Tenants, Defendants.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No: 10 CV 148 Case Code: 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure entered August 22, 2011, in the amount of $45,643.41, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the described property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: December 13, 2011, at 10:00 a.m.

PLACE: Foyer Area, Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to the Sheriff at sale in cash or by certified check. Balance due within 10 days of court approval. Purchaser is responsible for payment of all transfer taxes and recording fees. Sale is AS IS in all respects and subject to all liens and encumbrances.

DESCRIPTION: Lot 2, Block 2, Plat of Indianhead Shores in the Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 200 Indianhead Shores Drive, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. /s/ Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff ECKBERG, LAMMERS, BRIGGS, WOLFF & VIERLING, P.L.L.P. Nicholas J. Vivian (#1047165) 430 Second Street Hudson, WI 54016 (715) 386-3733 Attorneys for Plaintiff Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. Section 1692), we are required to state that we are attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. If you are currently in bankruptcy or have been discharged in bankruptcy, this letter is not an attempt to collect the debt from you personally. This letter serves only as notice of the commencement of a legal proceeding as required by the loan documents, state law, and/or federal law.

NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY GRANTSBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Title:

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Case Number: 10 CV 354 AMENDED NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on September 30, 2010, in the amount of $191,817.76, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 30, 2011, at 10 a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lots 1 and 2 of Certified Survey Map No. 4468 filed on May 19, 2004, in Volume 20, Page 20, as Document No. 680274, being a part of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 26, Township 36 North, Range 17 West, in the Town of Luck, Polk County, Wisconsin. ALSO DESCRIBED AS: Part of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, Section 26, Township 36 North, Range 17 West, Town of Luck, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as Lots 1 and 2 of Certified Survey Map No. 4468 filed in Volume 20, Page 20, as Document No. 680274.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1382 and 1382-A State Rd. 48, Luck, WI 54853.

TAX KEY NO.: 036-00614-0100 & 036-00614-0200 Dated this 21st day of October, 2011.

Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Russell J. Karnes State Bar #1054982 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 278992

(Oct. 26, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP, F/K/A COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP Plaintiff vs.

DAVID FOUKS; SHELLY FOUKS A/K/A SHELLY L. SWANSON; Defendants.

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 10 CV 312 Case Code No. 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on September 29, 2010, in the amount of $194,069.18, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: December 14, 2011, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax from the proceeds of the sale.

PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map No. 5460 filed July 23, 2007, in Vol. 24 C.S.M., Pg. 145, as Doc. No. 734549, being Lots 3 and 4 of Certified Survey Map No. 5336 filed December 28, 2006, in Vol. 24 of C.S.M., Pg. 21, as Doc. No. 726610, located in the NE 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of Section 24, Township 32 North, Range 19 West, Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wisconsin.

Together with and Subject to a Driveway Agreement/Easement Recorded in Vol. 1007 of Rec., Pg. 649, as Doc. No. 735962.

TAX KEY NO.: 022-00576-0300.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2464 30th Avenue, Osceola, Wisconsin 54020.

Adam C. Lueck State Bar No. 1081386 Attorney for Plaintiff 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606 Phone: 312-541-9710 Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

548453

(Oct. 26, Nov. 2, 9, 16) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

LEON E. MEWHORTER, et al.

Defendant(s)

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ENDEAVORS ADULT DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC.

(Nov. 2, 9, 16) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AnchorBank, FSB Plaintiff vs.

Ryan T. Eller AnchorBank, FSB Unknown Spouse of Ryan T. Eller Defendants SUMMONS Real Estate Mortgage Foreclosure Case No. 11 CV 618 Honorable Molly E. GaleWyrick Case Code: 30404 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN To the following party named as a defendant herein: Ryan T. Eller/Unknown Spouse of Ryan T. Eller.

You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. The complaint, which is also served on you, states the nature and the basis of the legal action. Within 40 days after November 2, 2011, you must respond with a written answer, as that term is used in Chapter 802 of the Wisconsin Statutes, to the complaint. The court may reject or disregard an answer that does not follow the requirements of the statutes.

The answer must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is: Polk County Clerk of Circuit Court, 1005 West Main Street, Suite 300, Balsam Lake, WI 54810-9071, and to Marie M. Flannery/Blommer Peterman, S.C., plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is: Blommer Peterman, S.C., 165 Bishops Way, Brookfield, WI 53005.

You may have an attorney help or represent you.

If you do not provide a proper answer within 40 days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

Dated this 20th day of October, 2011.

Marie M. Flannery/Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1045309 165 Bishops Way Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 278936

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(Nov. 2, 9, 16) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY COUNTYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. AS SERVICER FOR BANK OF NEW YORK AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR FFMLT 04-FF10 Plaintiff vs.

JILL LARAYNE WHITE, et al.

Defendant(s)) Case Number: 08 CV 542 AMENDED NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on September 17, 2008, in the amount of $189,652.00, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 30, 2011, at 10 a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 5 of Certified Survey Map No. 632, filed in Volume 3 of Certified Survey Maps on Page 124 as Document No. 393653, located in the SW1/4 of the SW1/4 of Section 12, Township 35 North, Range 17 West, Town of Milltown, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2202 Antler Lake Drive, Milltown, WI 54858.

TAX KEY NO.: 040-00344-0000.

Dated this 25th day of October, 2011.

Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Chaz M. Rodriguez State Bar #1063071 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 279085

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(Nov. 9, 16, 23, 30, Dec. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY THE RIVERBANK, Plaintiff, vs.

NELCE C. SLUKA, and JENNA L. SLUKA, and POLK-BURNETT PROPANE SERVICES, Defendants.

Case No. 11 CV 186 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of and pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above-entitled action on June 20, 2011, in the amount of $22,657.87, I will sell the described premises at public auction at the Main Front Entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, in the Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, on: Wednesday, December 28, 2011, at 10:00 o’clock a.m., TERMS OF SALE: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeiture of deposit plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. DESCRIPTION: Lot Two (2) of Certified Survey Map No. 3844, recorded in Volume 17 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 107, as Document No. 638754, being part of Lot One (1) and Two (2) of Certified Survey Map No. 3622, recorded in Volume 16, page 135, as Document No. 628893, being located in the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, (NW1/4 of NW1/4), Section Nineteen (19), Township Thirty-three (33) North, Range Seventeen (17) West, Town of Garfield, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PIN: 024-00349-0200.

Dated at Balsam Lake, Wis., this 25th day of October, 2011.

Peter M. Johnson, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin Steven J. Swanson No. 1003029 Attorney at Law P.O. Box 609 105 South Washington Street St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787

Special Education Aide at Grantsburg Elementary School Job Description: This person will assist students at Grantsburg Elementary, support classroom instruction and perform office duties as assigned.

Hours: This is a 50% position to begin as soon as possible.

Qualifications: State certification as a Special Education Aide. A two-year degree or equivalent education is necessary to meet our NCLB highly qualified standards. Experience is preferred.

Rate of Pay: Per Contract Schedule.

Requirements: The ideal candidate for this position will be highly professional, confident and possess a great deal of patience. He/she must have the desire and ability to work with children. The person will have a studentcentered approach; being able to perform a wide array of duties while establishing a nurturing learning environment. Must be able to work collaboratively, follow written and/or oral directions and maintain good work habits. Computer skills are preferred.

How to Apply: Complete a district application and submit a letter of interest by November 11. Please include an email address in your application materials.

Contact: Katie Coppenbarger Grantsburg Elementary School 475 East James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840 The School District of Grantsburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national 549283 12L origin, sex, religion or handicap.

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NOTICE

NOTICE

TOWN OF LAFOLLETTE MONTHLY MEETING

Monthly Board Meeting Monday, Nov. 14, at 7 p.m.

Milltown Fire Hall Virgil Hansen, Clerk 548693 11-12L 1-2a,d

The Monthly Board Meeting For The Town Of LaFollette Will Be Held At The LaFollette Town Hall On Mon., Nov. 14, 2011, At 7:30 p.m.

Agenda: Verification of Posting Clerk’s Minutes Treasurer’s Report Resident Issues Road Items Trip Money Ambulance Service Pay Bills and look at correspondence Linda Terrian, Clerk

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eBay EXPERIENCE? 549101 11-12L 1-2a,d

Wanted: Someone to list items & transfer pictures to my eBay store, St. Croix Falls, 715-483-1358

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(Oct. 26, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY James Roush & Audrey Roush 2232 260th Avenue Cushing, WI 54006 Defendant vs.

James M. Tollefson and Malisa Tollefson 2298 260th Avenue Cushing, WI 54006 Wisconsin Department of Revenue Central Collections Unit P.O. Box 8901 Madison, WI 53708 RBS Citizens, N.A. One Citizens Drive Riverside, RI 02915 United States of America c/o United States Attorney Western District of Wisconsin Suite 303, City Station 660 West Washington Avenue Post Office Box 1585 Madison, WI 53701 Defendants.

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 11-CV-193 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above action on the 1st day of July, 2011, the undersigned Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell at public auction in the lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, on the 14th day of December, 2011, at 10 a.m., of that day, the real estate and mortgaged premises directed by said Judgment to be sold and therein described as follows: The W 1/2 NW 1/4 NW 1/4, Section 29, Township 36 North, of Range 18 West, Polk County, WI, EXCEPT for Lot 1, Certified Survey Map No. 3338, recorded in Vol. 15 of CSM, Page 105 as Doc. #611086, located in the NW 1/4 NW 1/4, 29-36-18, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the United States of America shall have 120 days to redeem the subject property after the Confirmation of Sale. Ten percent of successful bid must be paid to the Sheriff at sale in cash or by certified check. Balance due within 10 days of court approval. Purchaser is responsible for payment of all transfer taxes and recording fees.

Terms of Sale: Cash.

Dated this 19th day of October, 2011.

Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff 1005 W. Main St. Balsam Lake, WI 54810 Plaintiff’s Attorney: Todd H. Anderson #1012132 P.O. Box 507 Grantsburg, WI 54840 (715) 463-5365 Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. Section 1692), we are required to state that we are attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.

(Oct. 26, Nov. 2, 9) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee on Behalf of the Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2007-HE6, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-HE6 5401 N. Beach Street Fort Worth, TX 76137 Plaintiff vs.

TYRONE A. SHAFER 1080 240TH AVENUE LUCK, WI 54853 UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF TYRONE A. SHAFER 1080 240TH AVENUE LUCK, WI 54853 ANCHORBANK C/O MARK D. TIMMERMAN 25 W. MAIN ST .

MADISON, WI 53703 AMENDED PUBLICATION SUMMONS Judge Anderson Case No. 11 CV Case Code No. 30404 THE STATE OF WISCONSIN To each person named above as Defendant: You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you.

Within 40 days after October 26, 2011, you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is Lois Hoff, Clerk of Courts, Polk County Courthouse, 1005 West Main Street, Suite 300 P.O. Box 549, Balsam Lake, WI 54810 and to Adam C. Lueck, Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, Plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60606.

You may have an attorney help represent you.

If you do not demand a copy of the complaint within 40 days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

Dated: October 17, 2011.

Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Adam C. Lueck State Bar No. 1081386 Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax 312-541-9711 Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. Section 1692), we are required to state that we are attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.

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The November meeting of the Village Board of Siren will be held Thurs., November 10, 2011, at 2 p.m. at the Village Hall. Agenda posted.

Ann Peterson 549182 Clerk-Treasurer 12L

The regular Monthly Village Board Meeting will be held on Monday, November 14, 2011, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall, 107 Hope Road W. Agenda will be posted at the Village Hall.

Kristi Swanson Clerk 549183 12L

POLK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Polk County Government Center 100 Polk County Plaza, Balsam Lake, WI County Boardroom Tuesday, November 15, 2011 2 p.m. Educational Seminar & 6 p.m. Regular Business Meeting 7 p.m. Public Hearing on 2012 Budget County Board may recess & reconvene at 6 p.m.

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Call to Order Evidence of Proper Notice Roll Call Educational Seminar by Bob Kazmierski: Agenda • 2 - 3:15 p.m.: County Budget Repair Bill - Andy Phillips - Wisconsin Counties Association Review of County Administrator Form of Government: Making the transition from micromanagement to policy development - John Reinemann or TBD, Legislative Director - Wisconsin Counties Association Process of Restructuring County Government: Roles of County Governing Committees: How should they be assigned? What should you be doing? Committee Restructuring; Comittee of the Whole, Advantages and Disadvantages - TBD - Wisconsin Counties Association *** BREAK *** • 3:30 - 4:15 p.m.: Running Effective Meetings: How to make the best use of governing committee time - Mike Blaska, Wisconsin Counties Association • 4:15 - 5 p.m.: Performance Measurement 101 for Supervisors Understanding the basics of PM with emphasis on outcomes/concept of the “so-what” question; How can you do an objective analysis/evaluation of County departments/programs? - Al Probst, UWEX Local Govern. Ctr. • Time line: 3-hour program (2-5 p.m.) that addresses these topics on November 15, 2011

Recess and Reconvene at 6 p.m.

Roll Call Prayer: Supvr. Kremer-Hartung Pledge of Allegiance Consideration of Corrections to the Noticed Agenda & published minutes of the October 18, 2011, meeting 9. Public Comments - 3 minutes per person - not to exceed 30 minutes total 10. Chairman’s Report, William Johnson • Confirmation of Chairman’s appointment of Randy Korb to fill the vacancy in District 8.

11. Administrator’s Report, Dana Frey • Confirmation of Administrator’s appointment of Joe Cronick to Renewable Energy Committee; and of Don Prose to the Polk County Housing Authority.

12. Awards Announcement • Jeffrey B. Fuge, Polk County Child Support Agency, recipient of Wisconsin Child Support Enforcement Association - Child Support Agency of the Year 2010-2011 • Presentation of Senior Achievement Ruth Paynter Award to Sharron Lofgren, Milltown Meal Site Director 13. Committee/Board Reports • Highway - Supvr. Caspersen • Finance - Supvr. Bergstrom • Personnel - Supvr. Arcand • Property, Forestry & Recreation/ADRC - Supvr. Jepsen • Extension, Land & Water, Lime - Supvr. D. Johansen • Public Protection - Supvr. Luke • Land Information - Supvr. O’Connell • Human Services Board - Supvr. Stroebel • Boards of Health & Aging - Supvr. Schmidt • GAM Board, Renewable Energy/Energy Independence Team - Supvr. Kienholz • Organization - Supvr. Brown • Transition - Supvr. Hartung 14. Public Hearing - Polk County 2012 Budget - 7 p.m.

15. Resolutions/Ordinances: A. Resolution to Fix Compensation of County Board of Supervisors and Citizen Members of County Standing Committees and Administrative Boards, Commencing April 2012 Term B. Resolution to Adopt the Polk County Operating and Capital Budget for the Calendar Year 2012, to Set the 2012 Tax Levy and to Authorize Staffing Plans for the Calendar Year 2012 i. Consideration of Technical Amendments ii. Consideration of Amendment to Designate ADRC as Polk County Aging Unit C. To Revise the Purchasing Policy to Allow Energy Costs in Approving Purchases D. Resolution to Authorize the Lime Manager to Set and to Adjust Prices of Lime Quarry Products E. Support for Application of CY 2012 County-Tribal Law Enforcement Grant Program F. Resolution to Adopt Joint Determination of Adequate Staffing Needs for Polk County Jail for Double Occupancy Purposes 16. Supervisors Reports 549470 12L 2a,d 17. Adjourn This meeting is open to the public according to Wisconsin State Statute 19.83. Persons with disabilities wishing to attend and/or participate are asked to notify the County Clerk’s office (715-485-9226) at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting time so all reasonable accommodations can be made.

(November 9) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Plaintiff(s) Central Bank/The RiverBank P.O. Box 747 St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 vs.

Defendant(s) John Sullivan & Alyson Sullivan 2514 235th St. Cushing, WI 54006 Small Claims Publication Summons and Notice Case No. 11 SC 000848 Publication Summons and Notice of Filing TO THE PERSON(S) NAMED ABOVE AS DEFENDANT(S): You are being sued by the person(s) named above as Plaintiff(s). A copy of the claim has been sent to you at your address as stated in the caption above.

The lawsuit will be heard in the following Small Claims Court: Polk County Justice Center, County Courthouse, 715-4859299, 1005 West Main Street, Suite 300, Balsam Lake, WI 54810, on the following date and time: November 28, 2011, 1:30 p.m.

If you do not attend the hearing, the court may enter a judgment against you in favor of the person(s) suing you. A copy of the claim has been sent to you at your address as stated in the caption above. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law.

A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

You may have the option to Answer without appearing in court on the court date by filing a written Answer with the clerk of court before the court date. You must send a copy of your Answer to the Plaintiff(s) named above at their address.

You may contact the clerk of court at the telephone number above to determine if there are other methods to answer a Small Claims complaint in that county.

If you need help in this matter because of a disability, please call 715-485-9299.

Tara L. Rothe Plaintiff/Attorney 10-31-11 715-483-9800

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TOWN OF MILLTOWN

(Oct. 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9, 16) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Daniel Flodin P.O. Box 141 Siren, WI 54872 and Darrell Flodin 1639 240th Avenue Luck, WI 54853 Plaintiffs, vs.

Leon Chapman 301 1st Avenue Frederic, WI 54837 and U.S. Bank National Association ND 4325 17th Avenue SW Fargo, MN 58103, and U.S. Bank 3314 80th Street Kenosha, WI 53142, and St. Croix Regional Medical Center 204 South Adams Street St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 10-CV-777 Code: 30405 By virtue of and pursuant to a Judgment entered in the aboveentitled action on September 26, 2011, I will sell at public auction at the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, on the 1st day of December, 2011, at 10:00 o’clock a.m., all of the following described premises, towit: The South 85 feet of the North 227.25 feet of Lot 4, Block 9, First Addition to the Village of Frederic, according to the official plat thereof filed in the office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin.

Said Lot being part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (SE 1/4 SE 1/4), Section 28, Township 37 North, of Range 17 West.

TERMS OF SALE: Cash due upon confirmation of sale.

DOWN PAYMENT: Ten percent (10%) of amount bid by certified check due at time of sale.

547505 WNAXLP Dated at Polk County, Wisconsin, this 4th day of October, 2011.

Peter M. Johnson, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin

549563

NOTICE

NOTICE OF MEETING Village of Frederic

NOTICE - TOWN OF LAKETOWN PROPOSED BUDGET HEARING 2012 & SPECIAL TOWN MEETING

Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, November 22, 2011, at 7 p.m., at the Cushing Community Center, a PUBLIC HEARING on the 2012 PROPOSED BUDGET for the Town of Laketown, Polk County, will be held. The 2012 proposed budget is available by calling the clerk for an appointment, 715-648-5569.

NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN MEETING Notice is hereby given that immediately following the budget meeting, a special meeting of the electors called pursuant to Sec. 60.12(1)(c) of Wis. Stats. For the following purposes will be held: 1. To approve the total 2012 highway expenditures pursuant to Sec. 81.01(3) of Wis. Stats. Dated this 7th day of November, 2011.

Patsy Gustafson, Clerk 549539 WNAXLP 12L

SCREEN PRINTING Mark-It Graphics, a dynamic screen printing, digital printing, die cutting and plastic fabricating company, is accepting applications from self-motivated and quality conscious people for the following fulltime 1st-shift positions: Color Formulator - 1st Shift: Experience in 4-color process and precision color matching is preferred.

In-Line Press Operator - 1st & 2nd Shifts: Experienced press person to operate one of the finest, precision press lines in the industry.

Screen Print Leadperson - 1st Shift: Must have experience in the entire screen printing process including ink, screen making and printing.

Production Assistant - 1st & 2nd Shifts: Experience preferred but we are willing to train.

Mark-It has a reputation for quality products and services, competitive wages and benefits and a clean, safe, friendly working environment. No phone calls, please.

Please fax or send resume with salary requirements to: Mark-it Graphics, Inc., 500 Simmon Drive, Osceola, WI 54020 Fax: 715-294-4992 www.mark-itgraphics.com

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(Nov. 2, 9, 16) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF PAUL F. KUHNLY Notice Setting Time to Hear Application and Deadline for Filing Claims (Informal Administration) Case No. 11-PR-76 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth April 28, 1921, and date of death May 26, 2011, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 110 Eleanor St., Milltown, WI 54858.

3. The application will be heard at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500, before Jenell L. Anderson, Probate Registrar, on November 30, 2011, at 9:00 a.m.

You do not need to appear unless you object. The application may be granted if there is no objection.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is February 6, 2012.

5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 W. Main St., Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500.

6. This publication is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown.

If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715-4859238 at least 10 working days prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation.

Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar October 25, 2011 Todd H. Anderson Attorney at Law P.O. Box 507 Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-5365 Bar Number: 1012132

NOTICE FOR THE TOWN OF BALSAM LAKE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING, SPECIAL TOWN MEETING & MONTHLY MEETING For the Town of Balsam Lake, Polk County

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 14, 2011, at 5:30 p.m., at the Town Hall and Shop of the Town of Balsam Lake, a public hearing on the Proposed 2012 Budget for the Town of Balsam Lake, Polk County, will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for inspection at the home of the town clerk by appointment. The following is a summary of the proposed 2012 budget: 2011 2012 Revenues: WI Shared Revenue $21,563 $14,559 WI Transportation Aids 109,968 107,747 Lottery Credit 2,100 2,000 Town Services 5,000 5,000 Miscellaneous Revenues 2,000 2,000 Property Tax Levy 262,650 262,650 Total Revenues $403,281 $393,956 Expenditures: General Government $60,000 $60,000 Public Safety 50,000 53,562 Public Works 293,281 280,394 Total Public Works 293,281 280,394 Total Expenditures $403,281 $393,956 Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 14, 2011, immediately following completion of the Public Hearing on the proposed 2012 budget, which begins at 5:30 p.m., at the town shop office, a Special Town Meeting of the Electors is called pursuant to Sec. 60.12(1) of Wis. Statutes by the Town Board for the following purposes: 1. To approve the 2011 town tax levy to be paid in 2012 pursuant to Section 60.10 (1)(a) of Wis. Statutes.

2. To approve the total highway expenditures for 2012 pursuant to Sec 82.03 of Wis. Statutes.

Notice is hereby given that on Monday, November 14, 2011, immediately following the completion of the Special Town Meeting of the Electors, which shall follow the Public Hearing on the proposed 2012 budget, which begins at 5:30 p.m., the Monthly Town Board Meeting will be held. The agenda will be printed closer to the meeting.

Brian R. Masters, Clerk - Town of Balsam Lake 549081 11-12L WNAXLP

(Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY HSBC MORTGAGE SERVICES, INC., Plaintiff, vs.

DOUGLAS A. NEIDERMIRE and LORI A. NEIDERMIRE, husband and wife and THE RIVERBANK Defendants.

Case No. 10-CV-445 Code No. 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage Dollar Amount Greater Than $5,000.00 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on August 20, 2010, in the amount of $297,109.97, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: November 17, 2011, at 10:00 o’clock a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center located at 1005 West Main St., Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: A Parcel of Land in the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SE1/4 of SW1/4), Section Thirteen (13), Township ThirtyThree (33) North, Range Nineteen (19) West, in Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Commencing at the Northwest Corner of said Southeast Quarter; thence South along the West Line of said Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SE1/4 OF SW1/4), 345.0 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence due East 264.0 feet; thence

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McKENZIE LANES Centuria, WI • 715-646-2228

due South 165.0 feet; thence due West 264.0 feet to the said West Line of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SE1/4 of SW1/4); thence North along said West Line 165.0 feet to the Point of Beginning; Excepting the right of way of the Town Road Extending along the said West Line of said Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SE1/4 of SW1/4); AND A Parcel of Land in the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SE1/4 of SW1/4), Section Thirteen (13), Township Thirty-Three (33) North, Range Nineteen (19) West described as follows: Commencing at the Northwest Corner of said Southeast Quarter thence South along West Line of said Southeast Quarter 510 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence due East 264.0 feet; thence due South approximately 30 feet to the Border of Private Road as it is presently travelled; thence West along North Border of said Road 264.0 feet to the West Line of Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SE1/4 of SW1/4); thence North along said West Line to the Point of Beginning; Excepting the right of way of the Town Road Extending along said West Line of said Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SE1/4 of SW1/4); being approximately 0.18 acre.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 916 248th St., Town of Osceola.

TAX KEY NO.: 042-01029-0000 Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, WI O’DESS AND ASSOCIATES, S.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 1414 Underwood Avenue Suite 403 Wauwatosa, WI 53213 (414) 727-1591 O’Dess and Associates, S.C., is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a Chapter 7 Discharge in Bankruptcy, this correspondence should not be construed as an attempt to collect a debt.

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The Village of Luck is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for building inspection services, including but not limited to plan review, residential inspections and occasional meeting attendance when requested.

Proposals will be accepted at the Village Hall, 401 Main St., Luck, WI 54853 until 4 p.m. on Nov. 30, 2011. Copies of the RFP specifications are on file at the Village Administrator’s Office and may be obtained without charge.

The Village of Luck reserves the right severally or together to reject any and all submittals, waive any irregularities, reissue all or part of this Request for Proposal and not award any contract, all at their discretion and without penalty.

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NOW HIRING

(Nov. 9, 16, 23, 30, Dec. 7, 14) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY THE RIVERBANK, Plaintiff, vs.

JASON L. JOHNSON and JENNIFER R. RIVARDJOHNSON, and ST. CROIX REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, Defendants.

Case No. 11 CV 185 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of and pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above-entitled action on June 20, 2011, in the amount of $90,421.47, I will sell the described premises at public auction at the Main Front Entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, in the Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, on Wednesday, December 28, 2011, at 10:00 o’clock a.m., TERMS OF SALE: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeiture of deposit plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. DESCRIPTION: Lots 13, 14, 15 and 16, Block 2, Setzer’s Addition, Town of West Sweden, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PIN: 048-00901-0000, 04800902-0000, 0489-009030000 & 048-00904-0000.

STREET ADDRESS: 3187 Lake Street North, Frederic, Wis. 54837.

Dated at Balsam Lake, Wis., this 25th day of October, 2011.

Peter M. Johnson, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin Steven J. Swanson No. 1003029 Attorney at Law P.O. Box 609 105 South Washington Street St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND SPECIAL MEETINGS FOR THE TOWN OF MILLTOWN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2011, at 7 p.m., at the Milltown Fire Hall, a public hearing on the proposed budget for 2012 will be held. The proposed budget in detail is available for review at the Clerk’s office.

The following is a summary of the proposed budget for 2012: 2011 2012 PERCENT BUDGET BUDGET CHANGE REVENUE Property Tax Levy 427,831 427,830 State Revenue 151,241 146,960 - 2.9 TOWN Services 16,500 16,500 Loans 28,507 28,507 TOTAL REVENUE 624,079 619,797 - .7 EXPENDITURES Public Safety 72,970 69,344 - 5.2 Loan Payments 81,176 81,176 Salaries 129,808 129,808 Construction 225,625 218,969 -25.7 Public Works 102,500 108,500 + 5.5 Assessing 12,000 12,000 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 624,079 619,797 - .7

NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN MEETINGS:

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that immediately following the budget hearing a special meeting of the electors called pursuant to Sec. 60.12(1)(c) of Wis. Stats. for the following purposes will be held: 1. To approve the total 2012 highway expenditures pursuant to Sec. 81.01(3) of Wis. Stats.

2. To adopt the 2011 Town Tax Levy to be paid in 2012 pursuant to Sec. 60.10(1)(a) of Wis. Stats.

The regular monthly meeting will follow the special meeting.

Dated this 31st day of October, 2011.

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(Oct. 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9, 16) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Citizens State Bank, Plaintiff, vs.

Glen E. Johnson, Glen Johnson Construction, Inc. A Minnesota Corporation Glen Johnson Rentals, LLC A Wisconsin limited liability company State of Wisconsin, Department of Revenue State of Wisconsin, Department of Workforce Development Defendants Case No. 11 CV 49 Foreclosure of Mortgage: 30404 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on the 20th day of May, 2011, in the amount of $211,650.63, the Sheriff of Polk County will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: December 1, 2011, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to the Sheriff at sale in cash or by certified check. Balance due within 10 days of court approval. Purchaser is responsible for payment of all transfer taxes and recording fees. Sale is AS IS in all respects.

PLACE: Foyer area of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

DESCRIPTION: Lot 17, Plat of Warren Park, Township of Alden, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: Town of Alden, Polk County, Wis. Dated: October 6, 2011.

Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Lommen Abdo Law Firm Attorneys for Plaintiff 400 South Second Street Suite 210 Grandview Professional Building Hudson, WI 54016 715-386-8217 Lommen, Abdo, Cole, King & Stageberg, P.A., is attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt.

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(Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. AS SERVICER FOR WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF PARK PLACE SECURITIES, INC., ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004WCW2 Plaintiff vs.

DEAN CLONTZ, et al.

Defendant(s) NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case Number: 11 CV 259 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 12, 2011, in the amount of $70,661.37, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: December 7, 2011, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff.

2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances.

PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lots Seven (7) and Eight (8), Block Two (2), Plat of Lawson, Village of Luck, according to the Official Plat thereof on file and of record in the Office of the Register of Deeds in and for Polk County, Wisconsin, said Lots being in Government Lot 1, Section 28-36-17.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 700 E. Park Ave., Luck, WI 54853.

TAX KEY NO.: 146-00252-0000 Dated this 5th day of October, 2011.

Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Chaz M. Rodriguez State Bar #1063071 Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for the purpose. 278142

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Flag-raising ceremony at United Pioneer Home LUCK – On Oct. 13, at approx 6:30 p.m., the Luck Boy Scout Troop 147 along with a few residents of the United Pioneer Home, did an official flag-raising ceremony at the United Pioneer Home. The very first United States flag to be raised up the new flagpole was a flag that was flown over the United States Capitol building in Washington, D.C. This flag was purchased from U.S. Rep. Duffy’s office. The boys recited the Pledge of Allegiance, then lowered that ceremonial flag. A permanent flag was raised and the Pledge repeated. The ceremonial flag was retired to a display case provided by Four Seasons Wood Products from Frederic. This flag will be displayed in the lobby of the United Pioneer Home as the very first flag to be flown over the new United Pioneer Home. Perhaps years from now the boys who participated will point out to their own children or grandchildren that their dad helped raise the first flag up that flagpole when he was a Boy Scout. - submitted

Pictured (L to R) are: Tony Aguado, Dan Valentine, Nick Mattson, Nick Aguado, Gabe Hendrickson, Jordan Hendrickson (holding ceremonial flag), Jared Hunter, Jake Aguado, Derek Hutton, Lance Lindvall, Tanner Van Meter and Lindsey Wallin. – Photo submitted

PBEC makes new school garden shed possible

The Webster Elementary school garden has a new garden shed that was purchased with grant money supplied by Polk-Burnett Operation Round-Up. It will be used to store garden equipment and tools. The shed was installed by Susan Armstrong, Myrna Leef and Larry Leef. The school’s front display garden is sporting a holiday theme - created by kindergarten teacher Linnea Swenson, fourth-grade teacher Terry Day and Master Gardner volunteer Susan Armstrong. - Photos submitted

Halloween Spooktacular

American Legion Auxilary Post 396 held its first Halloween Spooktacular Event on Saturday, Oct. 29, at the American Legion Hall in Indian Creek. The event included Trunk or Treat, a costume contest, pumpkin carving contest, games, crafts, scary stories, cookie decorating, prizes and snacks. – Photos submitted

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Frederic

Local Veterans Day Programs

The American Legion of Frederic will be hosting a Veterans Day program at the Frederic High School on Friday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m. The featured speaker will be Rick Gates, the Polk County Veterans Service officer. Veterans and their families are urged to attend. The public is invited.

St. Croix Falls

St. Croix Falls High School will hold a Veterans Day program on Friday, Nov. 11, at 10 a.m. A guest speaker and student presentations focusing on Veterans Day and commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Civil War will be the focus of the ceremony. Also included in the program will be the American Legion Post 143 and performances by the school’s music department. The community is invited to attend a reception of cake and coffee after the ceremony in the media center.

Grantsburg

On Friday, Nov. 11, at 10 a.m., Grantsburg will be holding their all-school Veterans Day program in the high school gym. Community members are welcome to attend. During which time, along with guest speakers, a PowerPoint presentation will be shown of past and current military service. Refreshments will be served following the program. Visitors are also invited to view the Wall of Honor, which is a tribute to the men and women who are currently serving in the armed forces. If you know of someone from Grantsburg that you would like added to the PowerPoint presentation or the Wall of Honor, please contact the high school office.

St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake

St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake will honor our nation’s veterans on Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 11. The casino will host a special Veterans Day ceremony at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 11. The ceremony will include recognition of all veterans attending, a short program and patriotic music.

The Turtle Lake casino will also treat all veterans to a free buffet lunch from 11 a.m.

– 2 p.m. Veterans can register for the free lunch special beginning at 9 a.m. by presenting their military ID or discharge papers at the TLC Players Club booth.

Luck

The Luck School will be holding their Veterans Day program on Friday, Nov. 11, at 10 a.m. The junior/senior high school band will be performing en masse. The second- through fifth- grade students will be singing a number of patriotic songs, including one featuring tap dancers. The presentation of colors will be by the Boy Scouts; and the Badger Girl and Badger Boy representatives will both be speaking.

The public is invited.

Webster

The Webster Middle School Veterans Day program begins at 9 a.m., Friday, Nov. 11, followed by the high school program at 9:45 a.m. The American Legion Otis Taylor Post 96 will once again be at both programs. The middle school program will feature some students speaking about what Veterans Day means to them.

The high school band will play a medley of American folk music. The Webster Community center will host their annual dinner honoring veterans on Friday, Nov. 11. Happy hour is at 5:30 p.m.; potluck dinner at 6:30 p.m.; and program at 7 p.m.

Milltown

VFW United Post 6856, Milltown will be holding their Veterans Day Program Friday, Nov. 11, at the Post (1 mile north of Unity school on Hwy 46), at 5 p.m., starting with a veterans dinner. Advance reservations necessary, call 715-825-2566 (leave message), or e-mail alkpck@gmail.com.

Program follows at 6:30 p.m., concluding in a fireworks display. Sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary VFW 6856.

Yellow Lake

The veterans and patriotic parade will be held on Saturday, Nov. 12. The parade will begin at noon. – submitted

Fire Prevention Month

My father’s flag is flying high over the Soo Line Depot and Museum in Frederic. - Special photo

My Father’s Flag

by Carol Thompson Special to the Leader FREDERIC - My father, Harold Raymond Heidtke, passed away on July 11, 1998, and the flag that was draped on his coffin was given to the family.

He and my mother are buried at Fort Snelling Cemetery in Minneapolis.

Throughout the years the flag has traveled from family to family, and recently my brother, Mick, said the flag needed to be flown.

Where do you fly a huge flag like that? Certainly not on the flagpole that is in your backyard! Aha - the Soo Line Depot Museum has a very tall flagpole.

In his later years Daddy moved to Frederic and lived at Sunrise Apartments, and he enjoyed going to the depot/museum with my husband, Ray.

There was a time when Casey Jones came to town for a visit, and I have a picture of Daddy, Casey and Ray to prove it.

I don’t think I have ever raised a flag as a child or when I was in the Girl Scouts, so now was my big chance. As I pulled the rope and the flag hit the top of the pole I shouted with joy! The flag will be flying for about a week. My father served in the Army during WWII, and my family and I are very thankful he made it home safe and sound and he and Mother continued to be married for 50 years.

Friday is Veterans Day, and my family and I send blessings to all soldiers and veterans.

Grantsburg kindergartners Ana Lade, Andrea Roudabough, Greta White, Jordan Java, Natalie Johnson, Sidney Gronski, Vincent Vogland, Lane Hennessey, Max Dauer, Grace Lahners, Adam Doskey, Marcus Michel and Daniel Nelson posed in their fire hats with members of the Grantsburg Fire Department, Sean Johnson and Todd Snyder, during their visit in October, Fire Prevention Month. – Photo by Priscilla Bauer

Welcome Back

An original poem

by Brenda Lee Tasker

“Welcome Back,” I’d like to say though I don’t even know your name, The job you’ve done makes you a hero, and we’re proud of you just the same.

When you were away, your loved ones worried and prayed for your return.

The joy in their hearts was felt by even more when the wonderful news they learned.

You saw some good and some awful things too, that’s not what young people should see.

There’s pride for all soldiers felt by so many in this wonderful Land Of The Free.

My eyes swell with tears, tears filled with pride, and I’m not ashamed to show them.

You’ve grown up so much and stand even taller with bravery and strength from within.

Thanks for “stepping up” to do what you do, though you say, “It’s just my job” We’re blessed to have brave, strong soldiers like you and that we must all...

Thank God!!

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Joe’s cottage begins to shine

A Brush With Kindness program and volunteers transform an old cabin into a home

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – Yes, it has a spectacular view. Yes, many hundreds of people occupied the little 600-square-foot abode over most of the last century, but that postage-stamp-sized cottage high over the water is now a true home, courtesy family, volunteers and a little help from the new A Brush With Kindness program from Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity.

Joe Gustafson is among the first local recipients of the ABWK program, and he's a happy customer, for sure. He was right there alongside volunteers who helped with the exterior labor on his small cabin, perched gracefully above the western end of Balsam Lake. He is a proud, divorced, out-of-work veteran with a sharp mind and a sincere handshake who had his New Richmond business fall victim to poor economic times in recent years. He was forced to live in the tiny cabin as a way to get back on his feet.

In spite of his own troubles, he is a thankful fella with a newfound love of the region, and a dedicated plan to turn the former resort cottage into a worthy home.

He also does his own share of volunteering, helping as a driver for the Salvation Army, and doing his best to not only help others, but stay ahead of his own troubles.

"You could say I'm semiretired," he joked, noting that he was actually forced into that retirement through happenstance.

Reality shows that his is a story that is all too common of late, and it is because of that growing need that the ABWK program has taken hold and become a newfound focus of the Habitat for Humanity mission, which they call "a repair ministry, meant to ... ensure that all God's people have a simple, decent place to call home."

"It's been a huge blessing," Gustafson gushed from his living room, which is a converted front porch. "It's a great program, meant to keep people in their homes and keep them from sliding downhill."

High above the lake, he occasionally refers to the natural beauty of his area, noting the eagle that seemed to follow the workers' progress all day in the wind, and also how the loons seem to have a penchant for his beach.

"Yeah, the loons are out front all the time," he said, quick to show pictures of the mating pairs and their offspring he's collected over the years.

Gustafson is rightfully proud of the cabin, which has been renovated extensively in recent times, courtesy volunteer labor from his son, who he calls a busy, licensed contractor in the Twin Cities.

In spite of a cash shortage, the Gustafsons have accomplished an amazing before-and-after example. The renovation has been done in stages as his son made trips to see his father and help with the cabin project. They have transformed the tiny cottage from a tired, aging summer re-

The crew had a visit from an interested eagle throughout the day. The bird put on quite a show for the workers.

Homeowner Joe Gustafson (foreground) worked alongside the volunteers through the project, which is to revitalize and winterize a vintage cabin for year-round living. - Photos by Greg Marsten treat into a well-insulated, efficient and attractive home.

"But I realized how broke I really was," Gustafson admitted frankly when discussing his ABWK application, which he found at the Balsam Lake Library and applied for help to assist with the labor to complete the exterior. "It just wouldn't have happened otherwise."

The interior project is extensive, and includes a new entryway, furnace, roofing, windows and a simple but state-of-the-art bathroom meant to mimic a vintage outhouse. As slick as the cabin is becoming, the renovation had tapped Gustafson economically to the end, forcing him to even pay for his son’s hundreds of construction hours by donating items like his television, furniture and other treasures.

"We got as far as we could with what I had," he stated. "It sort of turned into a never-ending thing."

Gustafson was concerned that the approaching winter would stifle the progress, and leave the cabin as an eyesore to the neighbors, vulnerable to the elements.

"But the neighbors have all been great," he said with a sincere nod and trailing smile. "They've been really patient and helpful."

Gustafson has become a true fan of the area, and while he was somewhat forced to live in the cabin after his recent economic foibles, he looks at it as a chance to get involved in all sorts of local events, people and projects, and also wants his kids which includes twin adult daughters - to have a true connection to the lake, the cabin and the community. He's hoping the little cottage stays in the family for generations to come.

"I've been extremely fortunate," he states several times amid the construction clutter.

ABWK requirements include that the recipient must own their own home, that it must be their primary residence and be current on taxes and insurance. They also have strict income requirements, generally

under 30 percent of area median income, which is about $15,000 annually or less per year for a family of two. Habitat also encourages the homeowner to work alongside the volunteers, if they can.

Gustafson did just that, helping several volunteers from the local Salvation Army Serenity Home to install and eventually paint the lap siding that he had purchased.

The whole project was under professional supervision, as are all ABWK endeavors.

"They did an amazing job!" he exclaimed as the siding project began to come to fruition.

Like all of the HFH projects locally, the ABWK project at Gustafson's home is a win-win for everyone involved: He gains a better home, local businesses sell the supplies, volunteers learn new trades, owners get more efficient homes, municipalities gain property improvements, and the

neighbors even gain a more welcoming neighborhood.

There will be even more ABWK-style projects next summer across the region, as a so-called TeenServe initiative will get under way in mid-July, with hundreds of kids and adults flooding the area to assist with the home projects, as part of the HFH mission. There will be a work camp based at Unity School, and the program is currently seeking volunteers to help with the coordination, fundraising and management of the extensive program.

"Depending on how many people sign up, there might be as as many as 500 visitors to the area," stated Eric Kube, Wild Rivers HFH executive director. "The goal is to utilize these volunteers to do about 100 projects ... These projects will be minor home repair for owner-occupied houses for those who cannot afford or are unable to do this work."

Gustafson is a big fan of the ABWK program and its volunteers, in part because it gives him a chance to sleep a little easier, knowing the winter won't peel his home away.

"This whole thing has really been a huge blessing, and it's nice to have the face-lift!" he jenthused, between pictures of the baby loons.

The Brush With Kindness program is part of the Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity. These were some of the volunteers who assisted staff and the homeowner on the Balsam Lake project.

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The Grand Idea becomes reality

Six months after fundraiser begins, new piano delivered to Frederic Schools

The Frederic High School choir was busy practicing on Tuesday, Nov. 1, for an upcoming Christmas concert, with the help from a brand-new grand piano that was paid for through fundraising efforts by The Grand Idea committee, which included donations from Frederic entities and community members of Frederic. The first $7,000 raised over the past five months guaranteed delivery of the piano. The remaining $2,145 for ownership will need to be raised in 60 days, and it is hoped that a “grand welcoming” event in early December will make final ownership a reality. Watch the Leader for further details or call 715-327-8076 to make a donation or ask questions.

The new Frederic High School piano was packed in safely and securely on its delivery.

Photos by Marty Seeger

Employees of Ruth Piano Movers Inc. carefully move the new Frederic High School piano into the music room.

It’s been 32 years since the purchase of this piano at the Frederic High School. A new piano, complete with its own humidifier, replaced the old one on Tuesday, Nov. 1, at the Frederic High School. The old piano will still be used but is being moved to another band practice room.

It takes all kinds ... to build a Habitat home

Members of Alcoholics Anonymous volunteered at the Habitat build in Luck on Saturday, Oct. 15, along with other volunteers, members of the Christensen family as well as friends. Also present (not shown) were Mr. Wesley's agriculture students, who raked out and seeded the lawn under the supervision of Mr. Bibeau. The group completed the entire job in a day. A fairly high number of Habitat volunteers are of retirement age, so to have a group of strong young people rake out the lawn was a big help.

The Habitat home in Luck made great progress again on Saturday, Nov. 5 when Bone Lake Lutheran Church members returned to work on the home for the second time. Some volunteers put on siding, some attached shakes, while others painted the home or put fill in around it.

Special photos

This couple had their first date at the Habitat build in Luck on Saturday, Nov. 5. Jaymi Shogren, right, and Brian DeNucci got to know each other better while helping to build a home with other volunteers and the family who will own it.

Yesterday, gov-

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Just for

ernment scientists suggested that men should take a look at their beer conJoe Roberts sumption, considering the results of a recent analysis that revealed the presence of female hormones in beer.

The theory is that drinking beer makes men turn into women. To test the finding, 100 men were fed 6 pints of beer each. It was then observed that 100 percent of the men gained weight, talked excessively without making sense, became overly emotional, couldn’t drive, failed to think rationally, argued over nothing, and refused to apologize when wrong. No further testing is planned.

••• My wife and I took out life insurance on each other, so now it’s just a waiting game.

••• When NASA first began sending astronauts into space, they were confronted by a small problem. Their standard ballpoint pens would not work in space. They spent a decade and $12 million designing a pen that would work below 300 degrees, in space, and on glass.

The Russians just used a pencil.

••• My mother once asked my father, “It’s our anniversary ... what do you want to do?”

My dad replied, “Bow our heads and have a solemn moment of silence.”

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Laughs

Three craft fairs during Taylors Falls Lighting Festival TAYLORS FALLS, Minn. – The Christmas card village of Taylors Falls is a favorite spot for holiday craft fairs during the Lighting Festival, Friday through Sunday, Nov. 25 - 27.

Three such fairs take place, each with its own specialties making them a shopper’s delight. There is no admission charge to any of the three.

Friday, Nov. 25, Holiday at the Depot, arts and crafts sale of exquisite wares takes place in the Memorial Community Center between 1 and 8 p.m. Artisans will show pottery, oils and prints, original watercolors, baskets, clocks, handmade and designed wearables like mittens and caps, ornaments and jewelry.

Two craft fairs hold forth on Saturday, Nov. 26. The Wassail Party craft fair is held in two buildings: the Memorial Community Center and across the street in the 1852 Town House School between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. It features a variety of beautiful items including handcrafted country items, household accessories, holiday trimmings, wood creations, jewelry, the official town ornament and much more. Wassail, Swedish egg coffee, Swedish meatballs and potatoes on a stick, goodies and Kettle Korn will be available.

Also, on Saturday, Nov. 26, the International Bazaar of SERRV gifts with items from over 40 countries will be available in the lower level of the 1861 Methodist Church, 290 W. Government St., from 10 a.m. till early evening. These free-trade items include dolls, angels, jewelry, table coverings, decorative household pieces, nativity sets, chocolate, coffee, soup mixes, teas and more. Baked goods and lunch will also be on sale to go with complimentary coffee. Plan to join us for the performance upstairs at the church of “A Christmas Quilt” presented by Marilyn Mays and Jim Walker at 1 p.m. They quilt together stories and poetry for the season that touch the imagination and the heart. It is new each year and perfect for all ages. At 4:30 p.m., the ecumenical choral vespers take place with everyone singing and featuring a community chorus. A freewill offering will be taken. The setting of this simple, decorated church is perfect for these special events.

Google www.lightingfestival for a schedule and map of all the events taking place during the three-day festival starting on Friday, Nov. 25, at 6 p.m., with the Santa parade.

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Playing patient

by Abby Ingalls, guest columnist for Cold Turkey

Cold Turkey

Growing up with my doctor as John W. Ingalls my dad and my nurse as my mom, I could never fake sick. While most kids used the old thermometer to the lightbulb trick or said their tummy hurt, I was prodded, poked and probed to see if I was actually ill. Telling my mom or dad I didn’t feel good or something hurt was always a process.

“Dad, I don’t feel good,” I’d say.

“Oh really? What’s wrong?”

“Well my head hurts, my throat feels kind of funny, I think I have swollen lymph nodes, and I’m all dizzy.” To which I would end up with one of three answers: You’re fine, it’s all in your head; Take two aspirin and bug me in the morning; There’s nothing a little duct tape can’t fix.

At dinner the conversation usually centered around something like aphthous stomatitis or Lyme borreliosis. I spent most of my time at the dinner table nodding out of sheer confusion and boredom. All I had to do was focus on eating my broccoli. Every few minutes my mom would look over and say, “Abby sweetie, quit playing with your brassica oleracea and eat it.”

The dinner table also doubled as an operating table.

I have nightmares of sitting at the table and getting

There is an old adage that we should write what we know. I’m sure this is good advice, but it makes more sense to write about what I don’t know, as there is so much more material. Carrie Classon One of the many things I know almost nothing about is deer hunting. Daniel is heading out hunting and I really do not understand hunting at all.

Hunting was not something that was done by my family. My father owned a bow, but I don’t think he ever used it in my lifetime and I finally rescued it from disuse by incorporating it into a spiffy Artemis Halloween costume. I don’t think having a 50-yearold bow stashed in the rafters of the family garage really counts as hunting experience. Some of his friends hunted and we were on the receiving end of venison sausages as long as a baseball bat.

Perhaps in part due to my early venison overdose, I have a less-than-cozy relationship with meat in general. While I eat seafood, I have not eaten meat or poultry in a couple of decades. A British acquaintance described me, somewhat disparagingly, as a “fish and chipocrite,” which is pretty accurate. My diet is based far less on zealous conviction than a general squeamishness which makes setting a mousetrap very difficult and checking to see if I actually caught anything nearly impossible.

All this said, I have no problem with hunting.

I know there is a surplus of deer and a dearth of predators. I know that skilled hunters are humane and that venison is a healthy protein source. I have no conflicted feelings about Daniel setting out with his two sons into the woods to bring back a deer— so long as I’m not around while they’re doing it.

But this doesn’t mean I understand it.

It’s certainly not about the meat, at least for these

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three. Since he started seeing me, Daniel’s meat intake has dropped precipitously. The older son doesn’t have a freezer, and the younger son (as I learned when visiting his college apartment) does no cooking of any kind in the kitchen but uses the room as a place to keep his tropical fish.

I don’t believe it is about escaping women, there are too many female hunters to make this practical.

One of Daniel’s good female friends is a far more avid hunter than he, driving and flying all over the Midwest in order to slay a variety of prey. I finally had to ask her to stop texting photographs of her broad smile and platinum blond ponytail posed beside her latest victim as they were making me a little nauseous.

I’m certain there is an element of male bonding going on, but considerably less than I at first imagined, when I assumed that the three men would all be sitting together in the deer stand drinking coffee and chatting. I recently learned that everyone sits in silence by themselves, which seems like a very indirect sort of bonding to me.

When asking hunters, including Daniel, what this hunting season is all about, the answers have been far from satisfactory. It’s relaxing and exciting. It involves luck and skill. It is a time to be alone and together. It’s a lot of fun and very hard work.

Perhaps, like all dearly held traditions, hunting is difficult to explain because it is a ritual. It signals the beginning of a season with the end of a deer. It’s a lot like life— just a little shorter with more clearly defined goals.

Till next time, —Carrie

Grantsburg School to present "The Perils of Lulu" GRANTSBURG - The students of Grantsburg High School have been busy preparing their fall production, “The Perils of Lulu.”

The show could be described as an improvisational comedy troupe doing a visual radio show of a silly science fiction saga.

Radio host Water Winslow, played by Paul Lewis, brings audience members the story of Lulu Barnes, played by Sarah Coppenbarger. Lulu is a high school honor student whose science project goes horribly wrong, creating natural disasters wherever she goes. She is swept up by a tornado, the victim of oceanic turmoil while on an ocean liner that overturns, carried off by a giant shark, proclaimed queen of giant killer termites, and becomes the love interest of a 50-foot ape, just to

name a few … and all of this while she is just trying to take a basket of goodies to her sweet old grandma, and get a first kiss from her longtime boyfriend, Lance, played by Joe Dumas. The ensemble cast all play a multitude of roles as they entertain with this theatrical tale.

The humor of the show is appropriate for all ages. Director Linda Benge says, “This has been a fun show to rehearse, as there is much silliness already in the script, and there is room for the cast to add even more. I enjoy the theatricality of all the props and costume changes, which make it very visually interesting.”

Performances will be at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 11, and Saturday, Nov. 12, with a matinee on Sunday, Nov. 13 at 2:30 p.m. There is general admission seating with tickets available at the door. - submitted

Siren school and community stage "Annie" SIREN - Are you looking for a fun and entertaining experience? Then mark your calendar for the weekend of Nov. 11 through 13 for the upcoming performances of the musical ”Annie” to be held at the Siren School auditorium.

The production has been in rehearsal since the tryouts were held the second week of September. The cast, which includes 13 middle school students, eight high school students, three home-school students, and 12 teachers and community members, has been working hard two to three nights per week getting the production fine tuned.

In addition to the cast, there is a Sweet Adelines Quartet and an 11-member orchestra made up of musicians stuck with needles, having my broken wrist checked out and being forced to take my antibiotics. “Time for your flu shot Abs,” My mom would say cheerfully.

MD “I’m boycotting flu shots this year Mom. They don’t help anyway."

She grabbed me and snickered mercilessly as the needle stabbed into my arm, all before I could even yell ouch! “Boycotting flu shots is not allowed in this house.” Sneaky woman.

Shots were quick and easy, but there was always something. “Time to take your antibiotics Abby! Time to choke down this almost-good-tasting medicine!

Come take this, I promise it won’t kill you!” And they wonder why I ate dog food when I was a toddler. I was so afraid they were trying to sneak something in my food that would actually make me healthy.

However, I don’t blame them and I admire their efforts. Being the kid that was sick with strep throat or ear infections every other week, it seemed like I was constantly taking some sort of medicine. In the 2-1/2 years I have been at college I have only been sick with strep twice, had the stomach flu, swine flu and more colds than I can count on both my hands. I’m improving!

Besides being sick, I’ve broken my wrist twice. The first time it happened I was 6 years old. I fell off the monkey bars during recess and I went into the nurse’s office with tearful eyes. She simply gave me an ice

from many communities. The four directors are Bryn Anderson (orchestra), Terry Muus (vocal music), Jim Kopecky (technical) and Laurie Bakkum (production).

Both students and community members are involved in the stage creation, lighting, sound and scenery changing and Arts-Burnett County has been helping with posters and publicity. This is the fifth musical these four directors have produced for Siren School and the community. Past productions were “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers,” “Cinderella,” “Bye Bye Birdie” and “The Music Man.” Performances are Friday, Nov. 11, and Saturday, Nov. 12, at 7 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 13, at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at the door. - submitted pack and I went the entire day with a broken wrist.

Coming home I cried again and told my dad what happened. He sat down at the kitchen table and gently pressed around my bones and asked where it hurt.

The next day I went to school with a bright-green cast on. I think the school nurse felt a little embarrassed.

Despite being unable to fake illness, there were perks to having medical parents. Our cabinets were always stocked with medicine, bandages, even suture kits; we had our own mini pharmacy and clinic right there in the home. I never had to wait 15 minutes in a waiting room or go into a cold exam room. I knew the doctor and nurse personally so I trusted them with whatever advice they gave me. If I needed a prescription, all it took was a simple call from Dr. Dad. Instead of a sticker, I’d get a home-cooked meal and dessert.

And as far as shots, I’m still afraid of them, but I can complain, groan and yell as much as I want because it’s just my mom. She’ll just roll her eyes and laugh at my dramatic disposition. Sometimes I think she enjoys giving shots a little too much.

In all seriousness, my mom is an excellent nurse and my dad is a tremendous doctor. They are also amazing parents and did a great job of balancing their different roles of medical personnel and parents. I admire them for how far they have come in their lives. People often ask me why I am not going into the medical field like the rest of my family has. I think it is because being a doctor or nurse requires a lot of patience. My patience has weakened over the years because as a kid I was never playing doctor or nurse, I was always playing patient.

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Even more fired I did a lot of things wrong in my first year teaching on Washington Island. I got fired because of both what I did and what I failed to do. Today we look at things the school board considered problems, and things I should have done better.

“Can I put up this poster?” asked ninth-grader Lisa returning from Christmas vacation. “You may put up the poster, if it is clean and makes us think,” my criteria for most things on the walls and bulletin boards in my classroom.

Lisa taped the 2x3-foot color poster of a pile of horse manure with a single beautiful red rose growing out of the top to the front of the podium I stood at.

Each class started with a student asking “What is that supposed to mean?”

“What do you think?”

“If you manure a field, you get good crops,” said Peter, from a farm.

“Yes, but it isn’t a crop, it is a single rose.”

Eventually the kids would get around to talking about an individual rising above humble circumstances and we would move on, satisfied with the interpretation.

Keith, a sharp kid with an irreverent sense of humor said, “I think it represents our classroom. Even though Russ piles the manure on us deeper and deeper each day, there is hope that maybe one of us won’t be buried completely and will turn out OK.” Lisa, who didn’t want her poster making fun of the teacher, responded while the rest of us were still laughing, “Well, I think the rose is Mr. Hanson and the manure is some of his students who don’t appreciate what a good teacher he is.”

“What do you think?” asked Shirley, daughter of a school board member. Still laughing, I said, “I prefer Lisa’s interpretation to Keith’s.” I found out later that went home to her mother as “Mr. Hanson thinks we are all manure and he is better than us.”

Shirley was a “good” student who had thrived with the previous teachers. She could sit still, raise her hand, read the text, answer the questions and remember it for the test. She was bright and still got all A’s with the new teachers, and seemed to be getting along fine.

“Mr Hanson, you don’t teach right,” she told me a few months into the school year, “there are too many kids getting good grades without doing the work.”

“I don’t understand?”

“Dawn is getting an A in biology and she doesn’t do the regular work, she just works on the fruit flies. Amy isn’t doing the questions or even taking the tests and she is getting an A for reading extra books. Keith and Orville are just dissecting animals and they are getting A’s.

They never used to get A’s and now they are and they don’t do the regular work.

It isn’t fair. They are getting the same grades as me.”

“Well, Shirley, you know there are a lot of different ways to learn things. “I found later that she didn’t accept that.

She chose to bring home her own negative interpretation of what was happening.

Principal Joe stopped by. “You should have skipped that chapter on evolution— always have here on the island. Some religious folks are upset. They complained to the school board. We need to calm them down. I think we should invite Pastor Bill for an hour to give the religious side in class.”

Pastor Bill came in and told the creation story from the Bible and some of the arguments against evolution. Bill was from the Lutheran church, and allowed that there were different views on evolution by religious people, even in the Lutheran Church. It seemed to quiet the anti-evolutionists. I wouldn’t be teaching biology again for two years, so moved on, happy to think I had gotten past my first controversy.

The islanders prided themselves on their Icelandic and Scandinavian heritage. The “true islanders” had been there for generations, many since the

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Ramblings Collected by Russ Hanson

The Rambler was fired from teaching at the Washington Island School in 1975 after what he thought was a successful year. What did he do wrong? Read more to find out. His classroom was in the addition to the old schoolhouse. – Photo by Myrtle Wilkens (Margo’s mom) 1974 township was founded in 1850. In school, probably half of the children were islanders. As an outsider, I didn’t really know which groups were local and which were not. The kids got along mostly as there were so few at each age, they needed each other just to have friends.

“Mary, if you go outside in the summer, do you burn?” I asked in biology class as we were studying skin pigments.

“I have to be careful, just a little a day at first, then by the end of summer I can stay out,” she replied.

“Your skin gradually builds up more melanin in the cells—that gives you protection from the sun. A black girl can go out in the sun without that problem. People with light skin and hair are adapted to living in areas with little sun. Those with darker skin are better adapted for sunny areas near the equator. Each has advantages for the area their ancestors lived and adapted to.”

“What bothers me,” I continued, “is that something as simple as the amount of melanin in a skin cell was used to make a whole race slaves in the U.S. It doesn’t make sense to scientists. What is worse, there are still some people who think that way. That is what the whole civil rights movement was about just a few years ago.”

Mary responded. “There are more differences than just skin color with n___. “ She proceeded to list most of the stereotypes she had heard of, using the n-word repeatedly for black. Her friend Jane chimed in with more negative stuff.

I tried to discuss discrimination, stereotypes and racism, but the two girls wouldn’t budge. I remembered when teacher Swede Swenson at St. Croix Falls High School, challenged my own unthinking racism when I was a student. At the time, I listened and began trying to think of people as individuals rather than groups.

I talked to Sally, another of the firstyear teachers. She reminded me of a classroom experiment where blue- and brown-eyed students were separated and one group treated second-class for a day to learn how it felt.

“Most islanders are blue-eyed, and the few brown-eyed are from off the island and already having trouble being accepted. I don’t want to make it worse.”

The next day I noticed Mary was the only left-handed student in the biology class. I spent that evening studying lefthandedness in the encyclopedia, dictionary and a psychology book.

“How many of you are left-handed?” I asked the class. Mary raised her left hand.” That’s about right, about 10 percent of people are left-handed. Did you know when your parents were in school, they weren’t allowed to be left-handed.

Their left hand was tied to the desk so they had to write with their right hand.”

“What difference does it make?” asked Mary.

“What’s the opposite of right?” I asked, “Is it left or is it wrong? Maybe

left means wrong.”

“That’s baloney,” said Mary.

“Do you know what the word sinister means?” I asked.

“Dangerous, bad,” she replied.

“Look it up in the big dictionary and read all of what it says.”

“Threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments; bad, evil, base, or wicked; from Latin meaning left or lefthanded,” she read.

I gave my speech. “Back in the olden days when you were walking down a forest path and met another person, you extended your empty right hand to greet the other person. Shaking hands was to assure both people their weapon hand was empty. That worked except for those tricky, sinister, left-handed folks who stuck out their right hand, then clubbed you over the head with their left hand.

People were scared of those folks.

“A left-handed compliment really means not a compliment at all. In the early days, being left-handed was associated with a sign of the devil. Left-handed people write backwards. Even scissors don’t work for them.

You know Mary, we have been treating you the same as right-handers, but lefthanders are really not normal, they are what sociologists call social deviants.”

By now Mary was angry, and confused.

She bolted out of the room and headed to Tom Sykes shop class, barging in asking “Tom, are right-handed people better than left-handed ones? Mr. Hanson says they are.”

“Well, Mary, I think everyone is a good person. Some people have more problems to overcome than others, but I think people are all good. But, you know here in shop, all the tools are really designed for right-handers. Even things like using a ruler is set up for right-hand measuring. So, it is true left-handers have a lot more trouble with things when the world is mostly right-handers. Maybe Mr. Hanson is trying to tell you that.”

Mary quietly came back to class and sat down in her desk up front in the middle.

“Mary, our school desks are built for right-handers. I know it is hard for you to use them. Why don’t you sit back there in the corner. I have a table and chair for you. We all should feel sorry for you being left-handed, so let’s try to help you out.”

She started to protest, and I raised my finger to my lips to silence her and she reluctantly went to the back.

“OK, time for class discussion. Did you know that if you are right-handed, your speech and logical skills are located in the left side of your brain? If you are left-handed, it is the opposite. So lefthanders might think differently than us normal people. Do you think we should let our left-hander join this discussion?” I asked.

“No,” said Keith, “she better stay back there,” with many others agreeing.

“So class, what do you think about lefthanders?” I asked. Remarkably, several students repeated my stereotypes of

tricky and evil. Mary couldn’t take it anymore. She ran out of my room, I assumed to go see Sally or Tom. Instead, she headed directly home, a mile away.

I got a phone call from her mother that night. “Mary was upset at school and said you were treating her badly because she was left handed. Is that true?” I spent a half hour explaining what I was trying to do and assured her that, had Mary stayed, it would have been cleared up. “Tell Mary to come back tomorrow so we can talk about it—I promise to apologize, and I am sorry about how it turned out. I will try to make it right.”

Mary quietly went to her table in the back the next morning “How many of you think right-handers are better than left-handers?”

Everyone including Mary raised their hands.

“Well, I don’t,” I said. “Mary, come up here to your desk. I was trying to teach a lesson. I was bothered at how many of you seemed to be openly racist about black people. Since you, Mary, were at the lead, I picked on you.

“Mary, first I want to apologize to you.

I didn’t mean to make you feel so bad.

You left yesterday before we could finish the lesson. Being right-handed or lefthanded doesn’t really make any difference in what kind of person you are. Did you know that President Ford is lefthanded—and three other presidents before him.

Leonardo da Vinci was left-handed, probably the most brilliant man in the 1700s. Joan of Arc, Henry Ford, Julius Caesar, Alexander the Great and a whole lot more were left-handed.

My wife, Margo, is left-handed. I think she is the most wonderful woman in the whole world!

“Now, we need to talk about what happened yesterday. Why did so many of you follow my lead and jump in against your friend Mary?”

We had a long discussion. Mary told us how terrible she felt being different, and how it felt to be discriminated against. Jane, her best friend, told us she knew it was wrong, but that it felt good to be better than someone else—even your best friend.

I apologized to Mary again after class.

She responded, “I guess I had some of it coming. I just was repeating what I heard. I don’t know any black people. I was trying to bug you some too—you and Tom and Sally are always preaching to us to be better people, and sometimes it gets to me. I think I did learn what you wanted me to, but next time, please just talk to me.”

Other things I did wrong according to the board: Taught the chapter on human reproduction in biology class; let kids call me Russ, didn’t discipline kids strongly enough, and more of the controversial things of the type described earlier.

What I could have done firing to prevent the firing, I think now, nearly 40 years later, was to try harder to get to know islanders. During our nine months on the island, no one other than other school staff invited us to their homes, nor did we invite them to ours. We tried to be friendly, bought our groceries and supplies on the island, and biked around the island much of our spare time, but never really connected except for the kids.

Two days after being fired the islanders called a community meeting to discuss what had happened. Tom, Sally and I were put at a table in front of most of the adults living on the island, who asked “What is happening in our school?”

What came next I rate as one of the most surprising things that has ever happened to me.

As some of you are surely saying “Gee, Russ, how many weeks does it take to tell about getting fired?” I will surely get there next week with the double twist of

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Armistice Day meant something!

Never a November at eleven but I remember my

father. At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month he always put on his jacket, went outside, faced east for what he considered a minute, saluted with one hand and held his cap over his heart.

We’d lived in the country with no one to note what he did. It was often a bleak day with a chill in the air.

My mother and I were the only witnesses. On that day my father was often thoughtful and I never asked him “What are you remembering? What are you thinking?” He started his military service in Texas, taking care of the horses in the cavalry. He was stationed in both France and Germany. He belonged to the American Legion in Lake Geneva, and then in Okauchee. A brief military service was part of his funeral. My aunt told me, “Be prepared. They will give you the flag off his coffin.” They did, “on behalf of a grateful nation.”

My husband was in the U.S. Marines attached to a Navy wing, teaching British and French cadets how to fly. On the weekend Ken and I were planning to be married in the Methodist church in Oconomowoc, Ken and his students had to put down in an Indiana cornfield and the other flyers flew overhead waving their wings as they knew Ken had to catch a train in a little while. At least they didn’t ground loop that day.

In 1986, after retiring from 40 years of teaching, Ken died very suddenly. His body was returned to Hawthorne, where his grandparents and parents lay.

Yes and the American flag, folded in a triangle, was handed to me with the familiar words of a grateful nation.

My son served in the U.S. Army, gone several years, serving stateside. He has been the speaker on Veterans Day several times, remembering the eight sons of Herman Verville who served in World War II. My father, my husband, my eldest son, three different generations who served in three different conflicts.

I know Veterans Day is more all-inclusive than Armistice Day and I remember.

In 1945, Ken and I lived off base from Bunker Hill Air Base, Peru, Ind. Ken and two other flyers left every morning and we wives kept house in renovated quarters.

When Ken was off duty, we sometimes went fishing in an old quarry or in the Wabash River, walked, went with others for a ride as we had no vehicles, picked yellow violets in the woods, etc.

Behind the

Signpost Bernice Abrahamzon We had a very nice, grandmotherly landlady who originally came from Flint, Mich. Then Ken was transferred to Memphis, Tenn., so we moved there. A couple took us into their home. They had triplet daughters, grown up and moved away, so I became like a daughter to them. I helped with household chores, even painted a fireplace one day. And then the war was over and we moved to Superior, where Ken could finish his college work and get his degree.

His folks took us in and we had our first son in Superior. Our second son was born in Ashland, and our third son in St. Paul, Minn.

Cell phone versus the Bible I wonder what would happen if we treated our Bible like we treat our cell phone.

What if we carried it around in our purses or pockets?

What if we flipped through it several times a day?

What if we turned back to get it if we forgot it?

What if we used it to receive messages from the text?

What if we treated it like we couldn’t live without it?

What if we gave it to kids as gifts?

What if we used it when we traveled?

What if we used it in case of emergency?

This is something to make you go, “Hmm … where is my Bible?”

Oh, and one more thing. Unlike our cell phone, we don’t have to worry about our Bible being disconnected because Jesus already paid the bill. Makes you stop and ask, “Where are my priorities?”

And no dropped calls. -Anonymous

Scouting for Food DANBURY/SIREN/WEBSTER – The Cub Scout Pack 546 will be Scouting for Food on Saturday, Nov. 12.

If you live in the village of Siren or Webster, the Scouts will pick up bagged goods from your front doorstep between 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Or you may drop off your dona-

tion at Wayne’s in Webster or Danbury, also in Siren at Richter Furniture Restoration at the end of Main Street in Siren.

Call Bill for more information at 715-349-7671. – submitted

All welcome at Grantsburg's Veterans Day Program GRANTSBURG – On Friday, Nov. 11, the Grantsburg School District will be having an all-school Veterans Day program. All school district students and community members will come together at 10 a.m., in the high school gym for this special Veterans Day program.

The organizer of the program would love to have many parents and community members attend the Veterans Day celebration. They will have special seats reserved for guests. They know many people are working on Veterans Day, but those who are able are invited to join in taking time to remember the sacrifices made by our veterans.

Veterans Day was originally set as a U.S. legal holiday to honor Armistice Day, the end of World War I, which officially took place on Nov. 11, 1918. In 1938, the Legislature passed a resolution stating Nov. 11 was “dedicated to the cause of world peace and to be hereafter celebrated and known as Armistice Day. By 1954, after having been through both World War II and the Korean War, the 83rd U.S. Congress, at the urging of veterans service organizations, amended the Act of 1938 by striking out the word “Armistice” and inserting the word “Veterans.” On June 1, 1954, the legislation

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After the program, everyone is invited to stop in the commons for some refreshments. During this time you will be able to say thanks to the veterans who will be present. We thank our veterans for giving us the gift of freedom; for the act of giving for a cause greater than themselves. Our veterans sacrificed in order to allow us to live in the greatest country. Our veterans deserve these two words : Thank you.

The old commercial says it well – if you are free, thank a veteran.

As you come into the school, notice the “Wall of Honor.” The Wall of Honor is a tribute to the men and women who are currently serving in the armed forces.

The idea for the Wall of Honor came from the school board president, Dave Ahlquist. The design and construction of the wall is the work of Cindi Throngard.

Every day this wall is viewed by visitors who enjoy viewing this tribute. Make sure you stop by to view the Wall of Honor. - submitted

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50 Years Ago Stop ‘n Swap, Taylors Falls, Minn., had a carload of mattresses for sale from $49.50 to $79.50.-Schauls Shoe Store had a shoe sale, everything including hunting boots.-Consolidated Lumber Co. advertised a new three-bedroom home for only $2,058.96.Northwoods Pizzeria, Siren, had specials of chop suey on Wednesdays, fish on Fridays and chicken on Saturdays and Sundays.-The 1962 new car showing was held Friday, Sept. 29, at Rudell Motor Co., Frederic, with free coffee and goodies. There were also free prizes in a “Match the Number” contest.Nielsen Motor Co., Luck, had its new car showing of 1962 Chevrolets on Sept. 29, with refreshments and door prizes.-Specials at the Super Market, Danbury, included turkeys at 33¢ lb., Velveeta at 2 lbs. for 79¢, salmon at one can for 49¢.-Don’s Shell station, Frederic, had an ad saying, “Avoid winter breakdowns, change oil now.” Hagberg’s in Frederic had a full page of specials.-Bids were let for a new Frederic Fire Station.-Countywide immunization program was set for Polk County in October-A wedding dance was held at the Indian Creek Hall on Oct. 7, given by Mr. and Mrs. Donald Reichstadt.-Open house was held for the grand opening of the Siren Home Bakery.

40 Years Ago Specials at Route’s, Frederic, included tomato soup, four for 40¢, canned corn at six cans for $1 or six cans peas for $1, grapefruit six for 49¢ and fruitcake mix at 39¢ for a 1-lb. package.-Specials at the Frederic Co-op included large eggs at 41¢ dozen, whole fryers at 28¢ lb., toilet tissue at four rolls for $1, Spaghettios at five cans for 88¢ and teabags 48count at 48¢.-The Webster Lions hosted the district governor.-Talents would be evident at Homemakers Fair in Burnett County.-The November special at Carlson Hardware, Frederic, was a cookie sheet at $1.77.-The slogan on Farmers State Bank was “Young marrieds, consider us part of the family.”Frederic Home Furnishings continued its furniture closeout sale with a free turkey or ham given away with purchase of $100 or more.-Retired teachers planned to organize.-The senior center at Frederic would be open Sunday afternoons.-Siren Village set a higher tax levy after budget hearing.-So many fires of unexplained cause that the Frederic Fire Department offered a $1,000 reward for info.-A hunters ball was set for Nov. 18 at Pioneer Bar, Frederic.- Kronlund Motors Inc., Spooner, had a sale as they needed the room.

20 Years Ago Obey praised loggers for new safety program.-A new car showing was held at Frederic Auto Co. Sept.

26, to see the new 1992 Chevrolets, Oldsmobiles, Buicks, Pontiacs and Geos. Pie and coffee were served.-Fall cleanup in Frederic was Oct. 7-11, 1991.At Carlson’s Hardware and Rental Center, Frederic, you could rent out a tiller, air compressor, hedge trimmer, lawn sprayer, lawn spreader, electric lawn edger, large wheelbarrow, sump pump, shop vac, sewer rooter. Also banquet tables, folding chairs, 100-cup coffeemaker, Nesco cooker and tent, 20x20.Open house was held at Edina Realty on Sunday, Sept. 29, on Little Wood Lake Road, Grantsburg.-A duplex was for sale, Siren, for $34,000, although assessed at $55,000.-Obey says the new federal highway bill may be good for Wisconsin.-A school levy increase was approved at Webster.-The Wisconsin Waterfowl stamp contest began.-The Rev. Roger Inouye would serve Grace Baptist Church, Grantsburg.-Radiator service was available at Siren Auto Supply.-A benefit supper was given for Michael Gelger, Sept. 28, at the American Legion Hall, Grantsburg.-An article said escaping domestic abuse can be a long struggle.-Frederic welcomed a new doctor, Dr. Sunji.

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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Well another week has come and gone, and wow, the older you get the quicker the weeks seem to go! Eli and Maya have been getting into trouble by going on walkabout so they have had a couple of scoldings. I just sat quietly in the background and didn’t utter a bark, probably a good thing!

Eli’s been going down to the pond and getting mucky legs so has had a few baths and spraydowns with the hose. You’d think he’d learn, but no, he goes and does it again despite not liking when Mom gets the hose out. Did I tell you that about a month ago Eli tangled with a skunk? Phew - what a horrible smell and every once in a while you can still get a little whiff of it. It’s the first skunk we’ve had around in a couple of years and hopefully the last.

Now to what’s happening at the shelter. Emma did for sure go home on Friday and we know she’ll have a wonderful life with her new family. Royce, one of the older kittens, was also adopted which leaves Marmalade, the last of that litter, waiting for a home. Marmalade is a light-colored ginger cat around 5 months old and really has a loud motor.

You can hear her purr clear across the room! Two other new kitties: Boo, a year-old black female and Wiggles, a 5-month-old white and tabby young guy.

Blondie, the adorable golden retriever puppy, had so many applications and phone calls to the shelter that we took her off the Web site. She has an approved adopter and will leave us on Saturday. Biscuit, the cute Jack Russell terrier, has also

Happy Tails

Await

Arnell Humane Shane is a 1-year-old neutered male husky with a dense, short coat of steel gray and creamy silver.

He has the happy-go-lucky personality of a Lab. He plays fetch like a Lab and offers full-face kisses to children his size. Huskies are known for their singing and athletic stamina. Shane would make a great running partner and family pet all rolled into one. He is handsome in a Clooney kind of way; it’s in the smile. Shane says, “Adopt me today, let’s go have some fun!”

This past week a stray cat was brought to the shelter for care. This isn’t an odd occurrence, as it happens nearly every day this time of year. What was unique about this stray cat is that it had a practice arrow through its chest. The lady that delivered the cat said that it was friendly, rubbing up against her legs for attention, with the arrow embedded and dragging on the ground.

The cat had a puncture wound between the shoulder blades and another on his chest. They were perfectly round wounds, clearly made by the solid point of the practice arrow which carried bits of fleshy tissue and blood. It seems impossible that a cat would survive an assault from an arrow through

Engagement

Shelter

YAPpenings Sadie been adopted and goes to his new home in Minnesota on Tuesday. It’s always so great to be able to report such positive news! Poor Otis and Carly would sure love to find a family as well, both are awesome dogs!

You should see those three little 2-month-old chocolate Lab-cross puppies, they are just a bundle of rough-and-tumble energy and are so much fun to watch. I just get so exhausted watching them play and just when you think they’ll never stop, they all curl up together for a nice long nap.

They are all now available for adoption so if you’re looking for a puppy, be sure to check these little ones out!

Did you know that Petfinder and shelters are celebrating the month of November as Adopt-a-Senior-Pet month? “Think of a pet that is already trained and doesn’t chew or scratch everything in sight – a pet who will love you unconditionally,” said Kim Saunders, Petfinder.com’s vice president of shelter outreach and public relations. “That’s what you get when you adopt a senior pet.” Senior and

older pets make wonderful family members and are ever so grateful!

Hey, I have to send a really big shout-out to my good friend Ron who volunteers at the shelter. He purchased a really nice snowblower for us to use for the winter seasons. It will make things so much easier for Lucas, and you know with the new sidewalks, this will be very helpful. Actually I would also like to give a shoutout to Brian Hegge of Lakeview Landscape and Design for dropping off some dirt and rocks for the plants. If you remember, Brian also plows the snow in the parking lot and trail for us and we really appreciate all that he does!

“Oh the saddest of sights in a world of sin, is the little lost pup with his tail tucked in!” – Arthur Guiterman Have a great week everyone! Licks and tailwags!

The Humane Society of Burnett County is saving lives, one at a time. www.hsburnettcty.org. 715866-4096. License No. 267335-DS. We’re on Facebook too!

the shoulder blades and out the chest, but that is what the lady said was the case. During the drive to the shelter, the cat had escaped the box in her trunk and in the process, removed the arrow.

Whether it was one injury or two, the friendly cat had suffered immensely and continued to seek affection from human beings.

This attack on a defenseless cat is an act of intentional animal cruelty. Acts of violence or neglect perpetrated against animals are considered animal cruelty. Animal cruelty can be divided into two general categories: neglect and intentional cruelty.

Neglect is the failure to provide an animal with the most basic requirements of food, water, shelter and veterinary care. Neglect may be due to ignorance on the animal owner’s part and is usually handled by requiring the owner to correct the situation.

Intentional cruelty is often more shocking than neglect and is frequently an indicator of a serious human behavior problem. Intentional cruelty is when an individual purposely inflicts physical harm or injury on an animal, as in the case of our stray kitty. In most states, Wisconsin included, animal cruelty is considered a misdemeanor. Only in rare instances of dog and cock fighting, harming a K9 officer or causing the death of an animal, is a felony charge possible. Animal-cruelty misdemeanor convictions bring minimal fines and possibly probation.

Even though the laws in Wisconsin currently don’t provide adequate sentences for animal cruelty, it should be exposed and perpetrators held account-

able for the pain and suffering they have caused a living creature. In Polk County, authority to investigate and prosecute acts of animal neglect and cruelty lies in the hands of local officials and the Polk County Sheriff’s Department. If you witness or hear of animal cruelty in Shane Polk County, report it to your town chairman, village or city police department first. They have the authority to take action within their jurisdictions. A Town Chairman may call on the Sheriff’s Department if they do not have a law enforcement officer in their town. Citizens of townships also have the right to report animal neglect and cruelty to the Polk County Sheriff’s Department.

Don’t hesitate to report abuse and cruelty you witness. Though justice for animals is not to par with human justice, they do deserve reasonable care and due course. Officials with a clear understanding of the laws should investigate animal-cruelty claims. They have the tools and authority to take appropriate action by state law. If we don’t speak out for them, who will?

Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 185 Griffin St. E., Amery, 715-268-7387 (PETS) or online: Arnellhumane.org.

Webster Senior Center The holidays are fast approaching, guess we all need to go shopping.

The Wii bowlers, as usual, had a great time. Millie Hansen had high individual game with a 219 and high individual series with 398. The Sleepers had high team game with 729 and high team series with 1361. Bernie picked up the 5-10 split. Again good job by all. We only have two weeks left before our winter break. Mixed doubles will start Wednesday, Jan. 4.

715-349-2964 Brr. The weather has turned cloudy more days than sunny. November is here, it tells me Old Man Winter is lurking in the wings just waiting for a chance to sneak in and spread that white stuff from his bag he carries.

It has been rather boring around Bear Country lately, just tree rats out and about collecting as many of the acorns scattered on the ground as they can, maybe they know winter is going to be longer and colder than usual this year. I guess the fight for the

Twenty-four came to play Dime Bingo. We do appreciate all who come to play. There is always room for more. Just bring your dimes and come in Wednesday by 12:30 p.m. There will be no Bingo on Wednesday, Nov. 23. Everyone will be very busy getting ready for Thanksgiving.

Remember the monthly meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 15, at 1 p.m. Everyone 55 and older is welcome and we need new ideas. Hope to see you there.

I don’t usually put anything personal in this col-

Siren news hole in the neighbor’s dead tree is over. Just one big fat tree rat hanging tight to it.

Did see a coyote come sneaking through, heading to the neighbors last week; he’s been through before. Was told he has been seen at the neighbors chasing after their cats. Let’s hope the cats stay close to a tree for a quick escape.

Happy 90th birthday to longtime friend Hazel Oman of Falun. If you know Hazel stop in on Saturday, Nov. 12, at the Falun First Baptist Church from

St. Croix Senior Center Our Tuesdays are always busy. First it was our exercises followed by playing Skip-Bo. In the afternoon, games were played. The winners in Dominos were George Meixner, Martha Lundstrom and Ione Meixner. The winning team in Hand and Foot was Bill McGrorty and Dottie Adams. Arne Borchert, Harold Richardson, Don Benson and Marlys Borchert were the winners in 500 cards.

Thursday we held our exercise session. In the evening, 500 cards were played with Ray Nelson, Tim Turrittin, Charley Mevissen and Ardis Brown the winners.

Marian Edler

Friday Bridge was played in the morning and Bingo in the afternoon.

On Saturday, the Lioness of St. Croix Falls held a chicken dinner at the center as a fundraiser. The proceeds go for scholarships. There was a great turnout for the event.

We send our get-well wishes to Junior Lindh who had hip surgery. Hurry and get on your feet again so that you can join us.

Have you visited our senior center yet? We are open Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and the coffeepot is always on.

Bernie Boelter

umn, but I am going to make an exception this week.

My son, LaVern Gardner, passed away on Nov. 3.

We will be having a celebration of his life on Friday, Nov. 18, from 2 to 7 p.m., at the Webster Senior Center. Please wear your finest Packer attire in his memory. He was an avid fan of the Pack.

It’s not the years in your life, but the life in your years that count.

See you at the center.

Bev Beckmark 2-4 p.m. and enjoy a piece of cake, some coffee and a chat with her. Many more happy birthdays Hazel, from Bear Country.

Last Tuesday, we made a quick trip up to Duluth to put wreaths on my parents and relatives graves.

The ride up was dreary and wet but the trip home, sunny and bright.

Why not take time to stop at the Siren School on Nov. 11, 12 or 13 and watch the musical “Annie.”

These kids have a lot of talent and really do a professional job acting.

Don’t forget people, the annual Thanksgiving dinner is coming up at the Siren Senior Center. This meal is free to all who wish to partake. So if you are alone on Thanksgiving or just don’t wish to do all the work preparing the traditional dinner, come and enjoy it at the center. You can visit your many friends and neighbors or make some new friends. Remember the meal is free. If you would rather eat it at home, takeout is available. More info coming.

Congratulations to elementary student Lee Alwine; middle schooler Sampson Richter and high schooler Adam Neuer for being chosen Siren Schools students of the week. What a super group of guys. Good job.

Kaiser/Bertelsen Kirsten Kaiser and Derek Bertelsen, both of Grantsburg, are pleased to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding.

Kirsten is the daughter of Jim and Dawn Kaiser of Grantsburg, and Derek is the son of Dan and Tami Bertelsen of Grantsburg.

The couple are graduates of Grantsburg High School. The groom to be is currently employed by the United States Navy. - submitted

Siren Senior Nona Center Severson We had a very successful evening meal this week.

We served over 60 people at the center and had several take-home orders. We had a turkey dinner with all the trimmings. We were so glad to see so many people from neighboring towns.

We want to thank all of you who volunteered to help with the dinner. We extend special gratitude to Jeff Gray, Lori’s husband, for volunteering to run the dishwasher. He also pitched in when we needed help serving the food.

It has been suggested that we have a special sale before the holidays for the craft room.

If you have not stopped in recently, we have a nice selection of items that could be used as gifts. We also have a nice selection of cards. Price is right on the cards - $.35 for one or three for $1.

News flash - 500 cards will be played on Wedneday, Nov. 23, before Thanksgiving, but there will not be any spades on Thanksgiving Friday as the center will be closed. We hope everyone has a happy Thanksgiving.

Remember that a community Thanksgiving dinner will be served at the Siren Senior Center on Thanksgiving. This is a free dinner, but donations would be taken before the day. You do not need to register for this dinner.

Barb Munger and myself are headed to Branson, Mo., on Sunday for a week. We are going on a bus trip along with 48 others. We are both looking forward to our vacation.

Our next senior meeting will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 15. Everyone is welcome to come to our meetings. We start our meetings at 9:30 a.m. We celebrate birthdays for the month.

Winners for 500 were Marlyce Borchert, Roger Greely, Mary Sicord, Dale Sicord and Tom Knopik.

Spade winners were Dwaine Bentley, Clare Palomaki, Gerry Vogel, Nona Severson, Virginia Martin. Dwaine and Virginia had 315 on their first game. Good scores.

Keep enjoying this nice weather – snow could come anytime.

Frederic Senior Hazel Center Hoffman I guess the first item in the week’s news is our senior center is now open on Saturday and everyone is welcome. There is no set rule on what games to play, so whoever chooses to come will have a say in what the games of the day will be.

Last week’s winners in Spades were Carmen Marek, first; Holly Stonesifer, second; Marlyce McKinney, third; and Joyce Thompson, fourth.

500 card winners were Dave Peterson, first; Flo Antiel, second; Arnie Borchert, third; and a tie between Tim Abrahamzon and Lorraine Hansen, fourth.

Also wishing everyone a safe, happy week until we meet again.

Birth announcements

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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Borderline news

Born at Burnett Medical Center:

A boy, Caleb Robert Nathan, born Nov. 4, 2011, to Chris and Kathy Nathan, Grantsburg. Caleb has one sibling, Adah.

Grandparents are Jerry and Audrey Majerus of Fort Ripley, Minn., and Karyn Nathan of Hillsboro, N.D. Great-grandparents is Irene Majerus of Little Falls, Minn.

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Born at St. Croix Regional Medical Center:

A girl, Aaleyah Lynn Olson, born Oct. 25, 2011, to Lynzee Demar and Kenneth Olson, St. Croix Falls.

Aaleyah weighed 6 lbs., 10 oz.

••• A girl, Alivia Michelle Olson, born Oct. 25, 2011, to Lynzee Demar and Kenneth Olson, St. Croix Falls.

Alivia weighed 6 lbs., 8 oz.

••• A boy, Oscar Allen Kasper, born Oct. 27, 2011, to Erin Bloom, Centuria and Aaron Kasper, Kaukauna.

Oscar weighed 8 lbs., 2 oz.

••• A girl, June Elizabeth Van Bronkhorst, born Oct. 27, 2011, to Kevin and Marcy Van Bronkhorst, St. Croix Falls. June weighed 6 lbs., 1 oz.

••• A girl, Maci LaRae Mattson, born Oct. 29, 2011, to Nicole Mattson, Balsam Lake. Maci weighed 8 lbs., 3 oz.

••• A boy, Trevor Eugene Tracey, born Nov. 2, 2011, to Haven and Jennifer Tracey, Webster. Trevor weighed 8 lbs., 1 oz.

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News from the Service Seaman Recruit Gavin R. Meyer, Grantsburg, graduated from the Department of the Navy Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. on Friday, Nov. 4.

During the ceremony, Meyer received special recognition from Commanding Officer Steven G. Bethke for being chosen by his division as honor recruit. This selection is based on his individual performance of duty in all phases of basic training.

Meyer is now stationed in Charleston, S.C., attending A-School. – Photo submitted

Orange

Fran Krause

Patrice Winfield and her boyfriend, Clayton Hiatt, joined Fran and Dave Baker for dinner at the Grand Grille in Hinckley, Minn., on the opening night of deer season. Patrice and Fran had spent the previous day as part of the Occupy Minnesota operation at the Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis.

On Tuesday, word was received that Helen Nelson passed away. Her funeral was held on Friday, Nov. 4, in Webster. The Dairyland community served lunch after the service at the Dairyland Town Hall. Word was also received that Bernie

and Sharon Proffit traveled to Cameron and joined the Gills for a trip to River Falls to watch grandson Brett in a production of “All Shook Up” at the Fine Arts Theater. Brett is in his second year and was in most of the production, singing and doing Elvis dancing. On Saturday, Nov. 12, the Zion Markville Women will once again have a bazaar at the Northland Community Center in Cozy Corners. Doors open at 10 a.m. Come and join us for food, crafts and plenty of baked items.

Lewis The hunters stew served by the UMM Friday night went very well but they thought, with three electric roasters full, they would have enough but they found they ran short of stew. It really hit the spot! The men said next year’s ad will add the line, “This year we made lots more.” It was very, very good.

Saturday night’s bluegrass session at church drew a fine crowd and musicians. Very much appreciated. Look for the next one, probably the first Saturday in December.

Also looking ahead is our response to Operation Christmas child with gifts for children, teenagers, adults, etc. Gifts should be new, not gift wrapped, useful. Boxes are provided in the church for donations.

Sunday’s service drew many visitors in honor of the birthdays of John Boyer and Ray Gackle.

LaVonne Boyer and LouAnn Gackle were behind the counter doing the honors. People were in the mood, too, to linger over cakes, rolled sandwiches, fresh fruit and beverages.

It was Communion Sunday and also All Saints Day in both Lewis and Siren UM Churches. Pastor Tom Cook read the following names for Lewis:

In rememberance

Dick and Betty Hoover, Mark and Elsie McClay, LeRoy (Boone) Johnson, LaVern (Buckshot) Jen-

son, Ralph and Inga Hunter, John Smith, Ken Abrahamzon, Karl and Ina Abrahamzon, Neal and Elma Mork, Vi Nom Oh, Doris Pederson, Ernest Bengston, Hugo, Ruby and Kat Kettula, John Glockzin, Jeanne Cquyp, Jack Barland, Albert Fischer, Charles Hochstetler, Ted Schonebaum, John Smith, Ike Olson, Jim Karl, George Anderson, Edna David, Elma Mork, Martin and Bernice Peterson, Lillian Chell, Rose Peterson, Randy Ackland, Gordon Ackland, Wally Baxter, Mark Scott, Allen Alden, Mary Ann Ulick, Mabel Sutton, Dorothy Glockzin, Esther Schallenberger, Louie and June Moline, Evart and Maly Goranson, Charles Lenz, Daniel Scanlon, Levi Johnson, Cecille Schonebaum, Rudy Hochstetler, Evelyn Brathal, Marty Niles Jr., Marilyn Suderlund, Rose Peterson, Levi Olson, Larry Reed.

When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.

The NW Regional Writers will meet this Friday, Nov. 11, at 1 p.m. in the Community Room, Sunrise Apts., Frederic. The assignment is to write a short mystery.

The Lewis United Methodist women will meet at 6 p.m. this Wednesday, Nov. 9, for the special program on gift in memory, thank offering, special gifts.

Every time we have a joy, we remember to put thank-you pennies (or whatever coin or bill) in the special offering jar for this year. Hope you have

Bernice Abrahamzon many joys in a year. Welcome.

The Sunday, Nov. 6, church service brought special music by the Gackle girls.

A new secretary has been hired to serve the Lewis and Siren U.M. churches. Our combined office is located in the Siren church. Thank you to Kellie who has served our churches for a number of years on a part-time basis. She has now accepted a position on a full-time level.

The November newsletter for the two churches is in the works. Asking your patience.

Let’s remember the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. It remains a very important day on our calendars and in our hearts.

Is the hay all baled? Is the corn all cut? Is the silo capped off? Are the storm windows on the house windows?

Most important of all, are you ready for winter?

(The most pressing question of all!)

Arlene Jones is now a resident of Comforts of Home, Frederic. Welcome to a new phase of your life.

Ethel Lane was able to attend the hunters stew at the Lewis church Friday evening. What with her fall, several surgeries, a stay in the Frederic Care Center, she is now home in Golden Oaks.

Dewey - LaFollette Sympathy is extended to relatives of Pauline Smith, a former resident of this area, who died last week. Her funeral will be Saturday, Nov. 12, at 2 p.m. at Lakeview UM Church. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Pauline was 93.

Sympathy is also extended to the family of Pat Stariha who died Saturday. Pat was 70.

Clam River Tuesday Club met Nov. 2 at the home of Karen Mangelsen. The next meeting will be the Christmas party on Dec. 7 at the home of Dixie Andrea. The afternoon will begin with a potluck meal at 12:30 p.m. After the meeting, secret pals will be revealed and there will be a gift exchange for those

who care to participate ($10-$15 value). Members are asked to bring items for the food shelf.

Nina and Lawrence Hines went to Eden Prairie, Minn., Thursday and had dinner with Nancy and Steve Hagen and Emily, Josh and Noah Hennagir.

Randy, Tara and Henry Mangelsen visited Hank and Karen Mangelsen Friday.

Friday visitors of Don and Lida Nordquist were Joleen, Richard and Rick Funk. In the afternoon they all called on Karen, Hank, Henry, Tara and Randy Mangelsen.

Donna and Gerry Hines had lunch with Brenda Sweet and family in Vadnais Heights, Minn., Satur-

Karen Mangelsen day.

Hank and Karen Mangelsen were supper guests at the home of Jake, Holly, Hannah and Grace Mangelsen Saturday. April, Dave, Patty and Mandy Close, and Randy, Tara and Henry Mangelsen were there also. Karen’s birthday was celebrated.

Jim, Jan, Caleb and Hannah Schott visited Lida and Don Nordquist Sunday afternoon.

Wayne and Marie Romsos came to visit Hank and Karen Mangelsen Sunday afternoon. They enjoyed watching the Packers football game together.

Grantsburg Public Library

LaVonne O'Brien

Friday Mark and Deanna Krause went to Wausau to see Allyson Krause in the play “Man of La Mancha” in which she played several parts. Saturday Mark and Deanne met his sister Karen and Jerry Hintz in Madison and attended the Badger - Purdue football game.

Sunday on the way home, they visited Bryan Krause in Eau Claire.

Sunday Fran Krause attended the 4-H leaders meeting at the Cozy Kitchen in Grantsburg.

Friday Fran Krause and LaVonne O’Brien and many other HCE members attended the retirement party for UW - Extension family living agent Marilyn Kooiker whose last day was Friday. She did a great job and will be missed.

Patty Burford from New Zealand is visiting her dad, Bob Burford. Last Wednesday afternoon, she visited Jack and LaVonne O’Brien.

Gustafson’s mother in Jump Creek had passed away. Her funeral was held on Thursday, Nov. 3.

Former resident Deanna Baer of Kaukauna fell and broke her ankle in two places. She is Karl Baer’s mother, and she had surgery on Thursday.

Last Thursday, a Halloween party was held for seniors at the Northland Community Center in Cozy Corner. The activities started with games, snacks and a best-costume contest. Dale the taxidermy man won first place as Count Dracula. Former Markville residents Maynard Monson and Clara Lilly came from Hinckley. On Saturday afternoon, Ron

Bob Brewster

Night at the Library

The Grantsburg Public Library will extend its hours on Monday, Nov. 14, from 6 – 8 p.m., to offer additional services to its patrons. Librarians will be on hand to guide patrons through such things as downloading audiobooks and e-books from Overdrive, navigating the Merlin Catalog, using Wis-Cat, learning what BadgerLink can do, and to answer any questions you may have. Refreshments served by the Friends of the Library.

Preschool story hour

Preschool story hour is in full swing. Story time is every Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. Stories, crafts, music and fun will keep your preschoolers wanting to come back each week.

Youth Chess Club

Youth chess club is in full swing every Wednesday after school. Youth 10-15 years old are encour-

Congratulations to the winners of our Why I Like My Library contest! Keesha Thayer, from the ages 13 and up category, won a Halloween prize with her comment, “’Cause I like to read, and I like how quiet it is here. Also I love all the choices of books.” Paul MacKean, from ages 9 to 12, won a Halloween prize with his comment, “They can always get me books I want or need.” Jacob Johnson, from ages 5-8, won a Halloween prize with his comment, “I like the books”.

Sawyer Spaight, from the ages 1-4 group, won a Halloween prize with his comment, “I like looking for new books and movies. I like the nice librarians who show me where they keep the movies. I like the play area with big puzzles, tea party and puppet house.” – Photos submitted

The Leader Connect to your community

aged to stop in and register if they are interested in joining the Chess club. Youth Chess Club meets every Wednesday after school until 4:30 p.m.

Face painting was part of the library-sponsored fun on Halloween night.

Volunteers needed

Volunteers are still needed for listening to children read during the after-school reading program on

Tuesdays and Thursdays. If you are interested please call the library at 715-4632244.

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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Larsen Family Public Library Thanksgiving

We will be closed all day in observance of Thanksgiving Day on Thursday, Nov. 24. We will be open again on Friday and Saturday, as usual.

Meeting room and study room

We have a beautiful meeting room available for community events, which is also available for use after the library is closed. Please call Patti if you would like to schedule the meeting room. There is also a study room available for smaller groups.

Preschool story time

We meet every Wednesday all year long at 10:30 a.m. for good stories, companionship and fun.

Friends of the Library

The Friends had their last book sale at the old library last Saturday, and sold or gave away half of the books that they had in storage!

They are working hard on arranging the books in new library book sale room. the They will be participating at Forts Folle Avoine’s Christmas at the Fort on Sunday, Dec. 4, by having baked goods for sale. We have copies of the Friends new wild rice cookbook for sale in the library – it

makes a nice gift.

Adult book club

a.m. in the meeting room, which will be Monday, Nov. 14, this month. The theme is “Something is Fowl in the Air.” We have a list of recommended mystery readings for this meeting.

The November selection for the book club has been changed because the original book was so difficult to find copies of for all the readers. The new selection will be “Iron Lake” by William Kent Kreuger.

“Part Irish, part Anishinaabe Indian, Corcoran “Cork” O’Connor is the former sheriff of Aurora, Minn. Embittered by his “former” status, and the marital meltdown that has separated him from his children, Cork gets by on heavy doses of caffeine, nicotine and guilt. Once a cop on Chicago’s South Side, there’s not much that can shock him. But when the town’s judge is brutally murdered, and a young Eagle Scout is reported missing, Cork takes on a mind-jolting case of conspiracy, corruption and scandal. As a lakeside blizzard buries Aurora, Cork must dig out the truth among town officials who seem dead set on stopping his investigation in its tracks. But even Cork freezes up when faced with the harshest enemy of all: a small-town secret that hits painfully close to home.”

“Baby Names 2012” by Eleanor Turner “Gooseberry Patch Christmas” by Gooseberry Patch Publishing “Steve Jobs” by Walter Isaacson

Mystery Mayhem Book Club

Adult large print

Meets the second Monday of every month at 10

New adult books

“Healing Hearts” by Beth Wiseman “Bonnie” by Iris Johansen “The Christmas Wedding” by James Patterson “A Lasting Impression” by Tamera Alexander “Valley of Dreams” by Laurine Snelling “The Lady of the River” by Philippa Gregory “The Litigators” by John Grisham “Cemetery Girl” by David Bell “Next Always” by Nora Roberts “Prince of Ravenscar” by Catherine Coulter “Zero Day” by David Baldacci

Adult nonfiction

“Adrenaline” by Jeff Abbott

News from the Service Nolan Neumann received the Seabee Combat Warfare Specialist Pin while stationed in Afghanistan. The warfare pin recognizes the training and qualifications of members who serve in construction battalions or other construction units in the United States Navy. To be awarded the insignia, a service member must have completed the prescribed Naval Construction Force Personnel Qualification Standards which entails required coursework, qualification tasks standards, written examination and a field exercise. Upon final completion of all prescribed training, a “murder” board, which usually lasts eight hours, is taken. Upon completion of the “murder board,” a final board (usually two hours) is given.

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Festival’s Featured Artist ST. CROIX FALLS – This week’s featured artist is Teresa Mock, a Minnesotan who stars in two shows at Festival Theatre this holiday season. Mock plays the sarcastic and quick-witted M.J. in the hilarious “Inspecting Carol” and the sweet and sympathetic Ma in “A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas.” Drawing upon her very unique training, Mock will also teach a clown workshop in December. “I’ve really looked forward to working at Festival,” said Mock, “I enjoy a good romp with physical comedy and ‘Inspecting Carol’ is sure to bring with it pratfalls and antics of all sorts. [Regarding the clown workshop] I’m very excited for us to get our noses on and get very, very silly.”

Mock was born and raised in the Greater Twin Cities metro area. Her father was an antique hobbyist, and would regularly bring home fun toys and things for Mock, which helped her develop her imagination. “I would say that my earliest performance art activi-

We are going to our granddaughter’s for Christmas on the 10th of December.

This will be her first attempt at hosting a big event in her home. She is pretty excited and definitely overwhelmed, but I give her so much credit for getting everyone to drop what they are doing (no exceptions and no other choice according to the invitation) and have the whole family come together. I remember when I was newly wed and had my first baby I would have never attempted anything like this. As I remember, when I did my first turkey I put it in per Mother’s instructions as to time and basting. Everything seemed to be going very well and the turkey was beautiful when done. Of course there were just the three of us and it was small, but it looked terrific. Little did I know there was a little bag of stuff inside the turkey.

I know I am not the first to do this. I cannot figure out why they would put the turkey in packaging and not mention the little bag. Maybe they do today, but they did not 50 years ago. They also forget to mention the neck of the turkey.

It was stuffed in there like a turtle pulling his head in. We ate the meat closest to the outside because we were not sure what would have happened if we got close to the part we didn’t know about. It was good and I think we had a good laugh over it every time I cooked a turkey in later years.

It has just occurred to me that this may be my last article before Thanksgiving. I am not sure at this point when the deadline is for the week of Nov. 24.

At any rate I want to wish everyone the happiest of Thanksgivings. I know we have so much to be thankful for, but those I worry about are the ones who don’t have much to be thankful for. The families of troops that have been killed, those who live on the street, those who have no family to spend the day with or can’t afford to have a meal. There are so many. In our little world we don’t see many people sleeping in doorways, but we might know a family who has lost a loved one recently and surely we know someone who is alone and has no one to celebrate the holiday with. This would be a good time to reach out to some of these people. I always say check on your neighbors. Some are not so close that you can actually see what they

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ties were mainly childhood makebelieve games and play... My room was full of old clothes for dress up and strange objects to play with and invent stories about. Many of these objects Teresa Mock found their way into my homemade Barbie house which presented a very imaginative world for Barbie to live in.” Her creative childhood certainly informed Mock’s personality and helped her grow an active imagination as a young actor.

Mock’s first audition was for a community theater production of “Godspell” taking place at North Hennepin Community College. As any actor could tell you, first auditions can be awkward.

“We were asked to sing a song and present a monologue. I had no idea what any of that meant,” said Mock. “I wrote a poem about myself and recited it, I forgot the words twice! For the song I

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The big deal this weekend started on Friday for me. Wendy, a dear friend, and I started making chili on Friday morning. By noon we had all of the ingredients together and it was starting to simmer. Ben, my father-in-law, has to sample it to be sure it is getting done and tells us what we have forgotten to put in. He is our taste tester. He tested six bowls on Friday. Now, I should tell you I usually don’t make 4 gallons of chili at one time, but the Arborists were coming on Saturday and I had the honor of feeding them lunch and dinner. I thought dinner should be something light because the chili was really filling. Now that I think of it, I should have gone the other way because they went back to cutting and were really too full to do the work they wanted to.

About 4:30 p.m., they decided to quit and have a safety meeting. I am all ready to bring out the chicken noodle soup, and they are all still full of chili.

There sat my soup. Do you have any idea how hard it is to find containers to put 4 gallons of soup in? Here is how their day went as far as food. At 10 a.m., Laure Siebrasse and Connie Bowar show up with their, now famous to the Arborists, caramel and cinnamon rolls.

Time for a break and then back to work.

Lunch is about 1 p.m., and then back to work with a cookie break at about 2:30 p.m. They were cutting wood at three homes this weekend and we could not believe how much they did. I wish you could all drive past our house to see just how much has been done. One man stopped and wanted to know how many fireplaces we had because we sure must burn a lot of wood. He did not know we give it away. Anyway, back to the time for dinner. About 4 p.m. the soup was ready and they were ready to wrap up the day. They all said they were too full from lunch and cookies. They have a safety meeting which

duced at both the Bryant Lake Bowl and Varsity Theatres. In 2010 she took a character developed in London and transformed it into the Twin Cities Fringe Festival smash hit “Batmama,” which was singled out on MPR for Best Costumes of the Fringe and the trailer video received a VISI Video Award. “It is a joy to welcome such an esteemed young performer to Festival. She is so very talented and a wonderful addition to our programming,” said Danette Olsen, Festival Theatre executive director. Olsen added, “When you hire a multitalented artist like Teresa, it is a great joy to be able to share those talents with our community!”

Audiences can see the many sides of Teresa Mock’s talent over the holiday season. “Inspecting Carol,” opens Nov. 26, and “A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas,” opens Dec. 3. Those interested in learning more about Mock’s clowning workshop should call the box office, 715-483-3387, at Festival Theatre to learn more or register.

consists of talking over the day’s accomplishments and planning for tomorrow.

A beer or two ends their day. The people from Iowa left early for the 365-mile drive home. Most of the others stayed.

What a great bunch of guys and girls.

There is one girl who was here this time and here two weeks ago with her church group. None of the kids just sit around, they are all working as hard as they can. Actually, there is no way to stop them all, except food. And for what they do, we will cook anything they want. Connie Bowar had the dinner for Sunday. They were working for the two days and again, Laure and Connie brought rolls. This day they stopped about 1:30 p.m. because after lunch people had to go back to Madison, Green Bay, northern Wisconsin and other places I can’t remember. This arborists program is headed up by Boyd Dosch and JD Glover and their band of merry men. I know one day they brought in nine cords of wood from one of the places they worked, and cut I don’t know how much of the wood people have brought here. With the help of the guys from Yellow Lake Lutheran and Faith Lutheran Church in Grantsburg we have enough wood for this winter and two-thirds of what we need for next winter. Interfaith Caregivers, Denny and his splitter operator Ben, his 90-year-old father, don’t know how to thank everyone. I used to hate the sound of chain saws running and now I love it. There are people everywhere and saws just buzzing away. The skid steer (as you know, that is a new machine to me) is running back and forth doing whatever it is that it does. Like I tell everyone, just looking at a pile of wood hurts my back. Watching these adults and kids work so hard just fills my mind with wonder and my heart with love.

They were talking about coming back next month. I think we have them convinced that maybe the first of next year would be better if we aren’t under 6 feet of snow. They are so anxious to help, it amazes me.

Sitting here thinking about this, gives me a warm fuzzy feeling. Many people who can’t afford to heat their homes this winter will be warm. Pray the snow doesn’t come fast and furious. We need

time to cover the wood we have, a project in itself that to me seems insurmountable. We need to deliver to those who have applied for this winter and start the new wood drying as soon as we can. I think it would be nice if we could have about 40-degree weather until two weeks before Christmas, the Christmas snow for three weeks and then back to the 40s. Sounds nice, doesn’t it. Sounds too nice to be real. But, hey, I can dream, can’t I? Christmas for Kids is in full swing. I think I have said that before. We are ready to take donations. Of course we are ready to take them all of the time, but this is really the time we need them.

New toys, new children’s clothes, and money. We need them all. The cash donations are what we use to fill in the holes when the other donations don’t match the wish lists. Just like when we were all small, we did not get all we wanted, but something was nice. We will not be giving expensive gifts, but for those who remember getting nothing or very little, you know what even small gifts mean to some of these kids.

When I drive down the highway and see kids waiting for the bus in a windbreaker and the temperature is minus 10, it just kills me. I know that some of the older kids think it is neat to be tough and would never wear something else, but the little ones, this must be all they have. I have often thought of driving down the highway following a school bus and having a car full of children’s warm jackets. Not one of those children would get on the bus without a warm jacket. I know I can’t do that, but it would be my dream for them to be warm in the winter.

I have used up more than my space and I don’t think I have said much that was funny this time. I will get back to my old self when I can take a breath and feel not so overwhelmed by the spirit of giving.

If I have forgotten to mention someone or to thank someone it is because my memory can hold just so much information, and I think I am over my limit.

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brought in my boom box and Jewel CD and sang along to ‘Who Will Save Your Soul?’” Awkward, maybe, but most importantly successful! Mock was she cast in “Godspell.” She was hooked from the first audition.

After receiving a Bachelor of Arts in theater arts from the University of Minnesota, Mock went on to the prestigious London International School for Performing Arts and received a Master of Fine Arts in Lecoq Based Actor Created Theatre from Naropa University in Boulder, Colo. But classes were not the only place in London where Mock honed her skills, “I briefly took up the art of busking. I hand stitched a rather couture-looking mermaid tail made from my duvet and some ribbon and took to singing ‘Somewhere Beyond The Sea’ for tourists along the banks of the Thames. It was an interesting and humbling experience, to say the least, and it kept me fed for a while.”

Always a busy lady, over the past year Mock made a film for the 48 Hour Film festival, worked as a costume designer for Mixed Precipitation, developed an autobiographical one-person show called, “Piece Story” which was pro-

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Wisconsin YES! student business plan contest open through Dec. 5

DANBURY — The Burnett County Historical Society invites you to come to Forts Folle Avoine for a magical, festive old-fashioned Christmas celebration on Saturday, Dec. 3, Sunday, Dec. 4, and Saturday, Dec. 10.

This year’s theme, The North Pole, promises enchanting surroundings throughout the Fort and is certain to delight the entire family. There will be lots of activities such as sleigh rides, a visit with Mr. and Mrs. Santa, storytelling, a blacksmith shop, Elves Store, bake sale, silent auction with many items for sale plus music and food.

For more information and details please call 715-8668890 or visit www.theforts.org. Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park is located at 8500 CTH U, Danbury. — from BCHS

oldest team member determining the team category. Students or teams may enter multiple ideas.

The Wisconsin Technology Council is the independent, nonprofit and nonpartisan science and technology adviser to the governor and the Legislature. It serves as a catalyst for tech-based economic development in Wisconsin through programs such as the Wisconsin Angel Network, the Governor’s Business Plan Contest and the Wisconsin Innovation Network.

If you would like further information about the contest, print materials for your school or have questions, please visit www.wisconsinyes.com or contact Kari Fischer at the Wisconsin Technology Council, kfischer@wisconsintechnologycouncil.com or 608-442-7557 Ext. 27. –from the Wisconsin Technical Council

Polk County Genealogical Society sets November meeting LUCK – Members and interested guests are encouraged to attend the monthly Polk County Genealogy Soci-

Frederic Art Center holiday sale set FREDERIC - The Frederic Art Center will hold its annual holiday sale on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 12 and 13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Come and meet the participating local area member artists: Win Herberg, pottery; Paula Elert, photography; David DeMattia, metalwork; Nancy Buley, botanical bodycare; Cindy Cutter, photography; Darrel Mathieu, woodworking; and Jack Route, metalwork.

You’ll find a casual friendly atmosphere with music, cookies and warm apple cider, handmade and creative gifts, and artwork.

The center is located at 310 Lake Ave. South. There is lenty of free and easy parking. - with submitted information

ety meeting on Monday, Nov. 28, 2 p.m., as the Polk County Genealogy Society presents a roundtable discussion on the topic at the Luck Historical Society Museum.

The topics will include the aspects of genealogy research: Several different forms and their uses; cite your sources; research trip preparations and hands-on help for Internet research.

Refreshments to follow.

The Polk County Genealogy Society will staff the Luck Historical Society Museum every Monday in Nov. from 1 – 4 p.m. Sometimes refreshments will be served. – submitted

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Technology Council. “Entrepreneurial skills are vital to the long-term success of Wisconsin’s youth as well as the state’s innovation economy.”

The tech council produces the contest, with major sponsorship from WEA Trust. The Milwaukee School of Engineering and the Wisconsin Health and Educational Facilities Authority are also sponsors.

Contestants begin by submitting a 250-word idea abstract after registering through www.wisconsinyes.com, the Wisconsin YES! Web site. Plans selected by contest judges will move to phase 2, during which contestants will write a more in-depth business plan. Templates for both phases are available online, along with other materials.

Students are able to work in teams or as individuals and will be judged based upon their grade level, with the

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Public, private and home-schooled students across Wisconsin are eligible to turn their science- and tech-related ideas into business plans and compete for cash and prizes for themselves and their schools. The contest begins with a 250-word summary and culminates in June with awards at the Wisconsin Entrepreneurs’ Conference.

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Lions Club held District Governor Honors Night SIREN – The Siren Lions Club held their their commitment to Siren Lions activities. annual district governor visitation and Perfect Attendance Award: 31 members of Honors Night at Adventures Restaurant the club received the Perfect Attendance on Monday, Oct. 24.

Award for attending 12 or more meetings Guests included Lions District Gov. last year. Club Treasurer and Secretary Jerry Spies and wife Pat from Luck, Jane Awards: Lion Mike Henrickson and Lion Wilcox and Lori Maurer of the Siren Li- PDG Larry Blahauvietz were presented oness Club, Joann and Joe Yourchuck from plaques recognizing their years of service Yourchuck’s Hardware/Video in Siren, as club treasurer and secretary. Birchand Sheila Erickson from Yah Butz in Sturm Award: This award, named after Siren. Gov. Spies spoke about his passion Frank Birch from Milwaukee and for hearing impaired projects due to Clarence Sturm from Manawa, who are his daughter’s involvement with the the two persons from Wisconsin who have Lions Hearing Center at the University of Minnesota where her hearing was restored.

Awards were presented by Spies on behalf of the Siren Lions as fol- Lion Larry lows: Volunteer of the Year Award: Blahauvietz Lioness Jane Wilcox and Lioness and Lion DisLori Maurer for their work with trict Gov. the Lions/Lioness yard sale. Com- Jerry Spies, munity Service Award: Joann and following Joe Yourchuck and Sheila Erickson presentation for their support of Lions projects.

Lion of the Year Award: Lions Les of the club Lindquist and Lyle Nelson for s e c r e t a r y plaque to Blahauvietz.

served as Lions International president, was presented to Henrickson and Blahauvietz for their service to the Lions and furthering the Lions motto, “We Serve,” in

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The Siren Lions Club looks forward to another year of service to the community.

Lions District Gov. Jerry Spies presents the Volunteer of the Year Award to Lioness Jan Wilcox. Lioness Lori Maurer also received this award. – Photos submitted

Lion Mike Henrickson thanking the Lions Les Lindquist and Lyle Nelson with their Lion of group for his Lions Treasurer plaque. the Year plaques.

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Lion District Gov. Jerry Spies and Siren Lion Lyle Nelson present Sheila Erickson from Yah Butz with her Community Service Award.

Lion Larry Blahauvietz thanks the group for his Birch-Sturm Award. Others at the head table include (L to R): President Rick Aadalen, District Lions First Lady Pat Spies and Lioness Diane Blahauvietz.

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FFA haunted house a scary hit

Luck

LUCK – The Luck FFA used the last two weekends in October to thrill and chill kids and adults with their haunted house, across the field from the Luck School. One of the highlights this year included a spooky zombie-filled tub, lots of ghoulish surprises and more.

However, the corn maze was hit by a bit of a problem just before the final weekend, when it was inadvertently harvested by a neighboring farmer. Not to be deterred, the FFA members quickly devised a maze and wagon ride through an area of tall grass instead, and just made the haunted house even “hauntier.”

The event has become a strong Luck FFA tradition, and also includes a hayride, treats, hot chocolate and a roaring bonfire to end the evening. Funds raised go toward FFA programs and junkets. – Greg Marsten

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A not so happily ever after affair

by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff writer DANBURY – The Thursday, Nov. 3, reception celebrating the union of Becky Giovanni to Stanley Simpson didn’t go quite as planned when bride Becky ended up facedown in her plate of spaghetti.

The wedding reception held at Voyager Village Restaurant in Danbury was indeed one most wouldn’t soon forget.

During dinner, the lights flickered then came back on to reveal Becky had been murdered. Suddenly the joyful gathering of friends and family turned into a night of mystery and mayhem.

As the evening progressed, secrets were revealed and motives exposed. Guests were questioned as to their whereabouts when Becky met her untimely demise, then were asked to put their sleuthing skills to the test to help find the killer.

If you haven’t guessed by now, Becky and Stanley’s “Till Death Do Us Part” wedding was in reality a fun audience participation dinner theater presented by the Village Players Community Theatre under the direction of Deb Finnigan.

Twenty volunteers portraying the wedding party welcomed over 60 guests to enjoy spaghetti, wine and wedding cake at the not-for-real reception.

There was no rehearsal, no script to memorize so actors had fun ad-libbing lines they felt their characters might say. A few bits of information were given to each, which they needed to get across to another wedding party member or the audience in helping solve the case.

“This is the way to do things - no rehearsal, only fun,” said attendance member Joan Gill.

A less than excited bridesmaid, played by Ginna Erickson, wasn’t all that thrilled to be part of Becky and Stanley’s wedding party. Holly Jo Anderson and Leif Harsted played the happy couple, not suspecting trouble was soon to be served up with their spaghetti. Twenty volunteers, portraying the wedding party, welcomed over 60 guests to a wedding reception they wouldn’t soon forget.

Groomsman Ken Kruger, played by Dave Formanek, spent the evening moping over having to endure seeing Becky, his true love, in the arms of another man.

Holly Jo Anderson portraying the blushing bride, Becky and her father Toni Giovanni, played by Steve Rogers, posed for a wedding photo during the murder mystery dinner theater, “Till Death Do Us Part” presented on Nov. 3 and 5 at the Voyager Village Restaurant. – Photos by Priscilla Bauer At the end of the evening, the wedding party and guests were asked to keep mum about the identity of victim and murderer as not to spoil the fun at Saturday night’s reception with new actors in the wedding party roles and different guests in attendance.

“It was really a fun evening,” said Bunny Day, who portrayed the groom’s mother. “Deb did a fantastic job putting it together.”

Finnigan, who had directed the murder mystery previously, said the receptions were well received. “ I got some great comments from those attending. Everyone enjoyed the interaction between the wedding party and guests as they tried to figure out who killed Becky, and why.”

VPCT Board President Kitty Holmquist said she hoped the theater group would present another dinner theater next fall.

Holmquist added the group is excited plans are already under way for the VPCT’s 2012 summer production. “We have our director and some of the cast set for the play ‘Steel Magnolias’ and are looking forward to our August production.”

Tony Giovanni, played by Steve Rogers, welcomed guests to his daughter’s wedding, a totally Italian affair. The father of the bride told guests he’d spared no expense for his Becky’s big day so they should eat, drink and be merry.

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Tessa Schiller played a bridesmaid looking for clues as to who murdered the bride during the Village Player’s Community Theater dinner theater murder mystery at Voyager Village Restaurant on Thursday, Nov. 3.

Deb Finnigan gave final instructions to her wedding party cast before wedding reception guests arrived.

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Becky, played by Holly Jo Anderson, looked as if she’d had enough fatherly advice, from dad, Tony Giovanni, played by Steve Rogers.

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Annual Ghoul Scout Halloween party

Luck

LUCK – It was beyond scary for almost 50 local Girl Scouts of the Minnesota and Wisconsin River Valleys, who took over the West Denmark Parish Hall outside Luck on Saturday, Oct. 29.

The “Ghoul Scouts” had lots of haunted displays and scary contests, ate Halloween-themed treats and competed in plenty of exciting and challenging games - all while wearing Halloween costumes.

The ghoulish fun is an exciting tradition for the local Scouts, and requires lots of dedicated volunteers for planning, coordination and setup. Reportedly, all the Scouts made it home safe.

If there are girls interested in joining a troop or finding out more about Girl Scouting in the Luck area they could contact Chelsey Foeller at Chelsey.foeller@girlscoutsrv.org or 800-313-0718. – Greg Marsten

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Luck Community Education Check out the school Web site for a complete listing at www.lucksd.k12.wi.us. Preregistration is required for the classes listed below. There’s a minimum number of participants needed to run each class and also a maximum number allowed. Don’t delay to put your name on the roster. Call Amy Aguado at 715-472-2152, Ext. 103, or e-mail amya@lucksd.k12.wi.us to register.

Shake the weight. Tuesday, Nov. 1 – Jan. 17, 3:45 p.m.

Classes last 45 – 75 minutes. Fee: $40 for 12 weeks. Instructor: Tina Atkinson, personal fitness instructor.

AARP Driver Safety Program. Instructor: Mary Nelson.

Fee: $12 AARP members, or $14 non-AARP members. * To recognize and thank veterans for their dedication and commitment to service, DSP is proud to offer a free classroom course to all veterans (regardless of age) and their spouses throughout November.

If you missed the Luck class, additional classes offered elsewhere: Nov. 10 - 12:30-4:30 p.m. Justice Center, Balsam Lake, call Mary 715-825-2239.

Nov. 14 - 12:30-4:30 p.m. St. Croix Falls Senior Center, call center 715-483-1901.

Water aerobics. Mondays and Wednesdays, Nov. 7 – Dec. 21, 4-5p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Nov. 8 – Dec. 22, 9 - 10 a.m. or 10-11 a.m. Fee: $52/$28 senior fee. Instructor: Stephanie Robinson.

File It and Find It Faster. Thursday, Nov. 10, 6-8:30 pm.

Fee: $15. Instructor: Susi McCune.

Don’t Get Ticked, Lyme disease information. Thursday, Nov. 10, 6:30-8 p.m. Class fee: Bring two to four cans of nonperishable food for the Loaves and Fishes Food Shelf. Instructor: Carol Franzel.

Learn to can venison. Monday, Nov. 28 or Tuesday, Nov. 29, 6-8:30 p.m. Fee: $5. Instructor: Shirley Crowe. Preregistration is required. Call to get a list of supplies to bring to class.

Intro to woodworking. Thursdays, Dec. 1 – 22, 6-9 p.m.

Fee: $52/$28 senior fee. Instructor: Tony Jenson Holiday Gifts – Jellies and preserves in a jar. Tuesday, Dec. 6, 6–8 p.m. Fee: $5 plus ingredients fee. Instructor: Shirley Crowe.

Write, Right Now! Class already started; call community ed for next class session this winter.

Join Square Dancing for Fun and Health. Wednesdays, now through Jan. 25, 2012, 7-8:30 p.m. Fee: Free.

Aqua Zumba. Call for next class, 6:15 p.m. Fee: $30. Instructor: Tina Atkinson.

Veterans Day Program. Friday, Nov. 11, 10 a.m., at the Luck High School Gym. Please arrive early to allow for parking and seating.

12-hour hall scrap-fest. Saturday, Nov. 12, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m., at the Luck School. Cost: $30 per person. Deadline to register is Friday, Nov. 4.

Day trips: Mall of America – Christmas Extravaganza. Saturday, Nov. 19. Leave at 8 a.m., return at 6 p.m. Cost: $25 or $20 each for 2 or more. Call Cindi at Grantsburg Community Education, 715-463-5165, ext. 160.

Chanhassen – Country Christmas/Branson-style show.

Saturday, Dec. 10. Leave at 12:30 p.m. Show at 3:30 p.m.

Lunch on your own. Cost: $48. Call Cindi at Grantsburg Community Education, 715-463-5165, Ext. 160.

March or April: Haunted Hotel overnight trip. Stay overnight at a real “live” haunted hotel. Destination yet to be determined, please call Tanna at Unity Community Education, 715-825-2101, Ext. 1560, if you are interested.

Unity Community Education To register for the following classes/events, please call or email the community ed office, 715-825-2101, Ext. 1560.

Water aerobics. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5 to 5:45 p.m.

Six-week sessions began on Nov. 1 and again on Jan. 10, 2012. Please write check out to WITC. For 12 classes: $52 or $28 for seniors age 62 and better. For six classes: $28 or $16 for seniors age 62 and better.

Red Cross Swim Lessons. Lessons are offered at Unity twice per year - Mid-July for two full weeks, and Saturdays for six weeks during the winter months. Classes available: Infants, for ages 6 months to 3 years, parent or guardian gets in the water with child. Preschoolers, age 3-5. Red Cross lev-

els 1-6, for students ages 5 and up. Class dates and times, when established, will be placed on the Web page, local newspapers and in the Eagles Nest newsletter.

Basic Education for Adults. Classes held at Polk County Job Center in Balsam Lake: Tuesdays, 1 – 4:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 1 – 4 p.m., Thursdays, 12:30 – 3 p.m. Cost: Free, please register by calling Polk County Job Center at 715-485-3115.

Instructor: Becky Peterson.

Zumba (Latin dance party exercise). Mondays and Wednsdays. Come and try out the Latin dance sensation.

Cost: Six classes for $30 or 12 classes for $54, payable to instructor, you can just show up and purchase your punch card

at class. Location: Auditorium. Instructor: Michelle Flaherty, licensed Zumba instructor.

Sing with Woodland Chorale community choir. Watch for audition announcement. Participants will gather to rehearse a variety of music led by Harry and Chris Johansen, and will culminate with two performances to benefit a local need. For more information or questions, please contact Ann Fawver, 715-327-4868 or fawvera@frederic.k12.wi.us, Amy Aguado, 715-472-2152 Ext. 103 or amya@lucksd.k12.wi.us or Tanna Worrell, 715-825-2101 Ext. 1560 or tworrell@unity.k12.wi.us.

Big Trips, Little Trips The Community Ed teams from Grantsburg, Frederic, Luck

and Unity are teaming up to bring you the opportunity to see some great shows and travel to some fun places without the hassle of driving, parking, getting directions, etc. Bus stops will be added at locations convenient to registered participants.

November Mall of America – Christmas Extravaganza. Saturday, Nov. 19, leave 8 a.m. – return 6 p.m. Cost is $25, $20 for two or more. Call 715-463-5165, Ext. 160, to register. Trips must have 30 participants.

To register for the following classes/events, please call or email the Community Ed office.

Webster/Siren Community Education Intermediate machine quilting. Instructor: Vicki Tollander.

Class No: 67335, Cat. 60-304-615. This class will be held at Siren High School Thursdays, Nov. 10 and 17, 6 – 9 p.m. Fee: $44/senior fee: $24. Class size is limited to 10. Preregistration required. Call WITC at 800-243-9482, Ext. 4221.

Mosaic Glass Mirror or Patio Table. Instructor: Peggy Ingles. Class No: 67333, Cat. 60-815-608. Thursdays, Nov. 10 and 17, 6 – 9 p.m., at the Webster High School. Fee: $28/se-

nior fee: $16. Materials fee: $20 mirror; $28 table. Class size is limited to 10. Preregistration required. Call WITC at 800243-9482, Ext. 4221.

MS Excel. Instructor: Marleana Rank. Class No: 67334, Cat. 47-103-401. Mondays, Nov. 21 – Dec. 12, 6 – 8 p.m., at the Webster High School. Fee $26.37/senior fee: $4. Class size is limited to 10. Preregistration required. Call WITC at 800243-9482, Ext. 4221.

CPR for Health-Care Providers. AHA. Instructor: Jim Tinman. Class No: 67878, Cat. 47-531-437. Tuesday, Nov. 29, 6 – 10 p.m. at the Siren High School. Fee: $15.19/senior fee: $4. Class size is limited to 10. Preregistration required. Call WITC at 800-243-9482, Ext. 4221.

CPR – Defibrilator Heartsaver AED-AHA. Instructor: Jim Tinman. Class No: 67879, Cat. 47-531-463. Thursday, Dec. 1, 6 – 10 p.m., at the Siren High School. Fee: $15.19/senior fee

$4. Preregistration required. Call WITC at 800-243-9482, Ext. 4221.

Scandinavian Christmas Sweets. Instructor: Kathryn Jones. Fee: $25, plus materials fee, $8. Mondays, Dec. 5 and 12, 6 – 9 p.m., at the Siren High School. Preregistration required. Call Community Educatin, 715-349-7070.

Frederic High School Honor Roll Honor roll Sixth grade

Eighth grade

Sarah Backlin, Jenna Burton, Cassidy Chenal, Jeret Corty, Colton denHoed, Raymond Dueholm, Hope Goebel, Jennifer Hill, Trent Kuechenmeister, Alexis McLeod, Brenton Nelson, Shelbi Root, Austin Rowe, Brant Rowe, Chase Rowe, Chonlada Saengthaweep, Caleb Schott, Derek Steele, Heath Tietz and Taylor Zenzen.

Seventh grade

Madeline Ammend, Micaela Eliason-Kurkowski, Mason Gustafson, Andrew Hochsteler, Bailey Hufstedler, Kaila Jeske, Harli Kelton, Shylie King, Peter Lund, Kyle Olson, Benjamin Phernetton, Brock Phernetton, Mark Siebenthal, Stacy Tido, Alex Vossen and Cassidy Wood.

Taylor Alseth, Emily Amundson, Julia Buck, Ann Chenal, Andrea Drummer, Austin Ennis, Jonathon Erickson, Kendra Erickson, Kyle Knauber, Christopher Kuechenmeister, Jenna Laqua, Kinzie Matz, Nicole Nelson, Samantha Penberthy, Roman Poirier, Hunter Schmidt, Olivia Tuynman and Sarah Wells.

Freshmen

Makayla Arthurs, Isabelle Burton, Eric Chenal, Peter Chenal, Bradley Erickson, Irric Erickson, Larissa Harlander, Anna Hochstetler, Alyssa Kelcher, Austin Kurkowski, David Lindberg, Jared Lund, Abeni Lundeen-Brooks, Zane Matz, Kendra Mosay-Buck, Melana Nelson, Mark Olson, Gregory Peterson, Mya Rivera, Kathryn Rokenbrodt, Olivia Schauls, Zachary Schmidt, Jami Siebenthal, Hayden Swanson and Zachary Williamson.

Sophomores

Alyssa Backlin, Brandi Bahr, Jaryd Braden, Abigail Brightbill, Claire Coddington, Elise Coddington, Haley Coulter, McKenna denHoed, Lexi Domagala, Kaelynn Garrett, Carly Gustafson, Zachary Kuechenmeister, Benjamin Kurkowski, Timothy Lund, Tylyn O’Brien, Abigail Pickard, Rachel Poirier, Rachel Thomas, Sawyer Tietz, Jack Tricker-King and Destiney Wetzel-Peterson.

Juniors

Randy Brunette, Paige Burton, Adam Chenal, McKenna Cook, David Crandell, Katelyn Douglas, Kourtni Douglas, Matthew Elrod, Larissa Houtari, Daniel Larson, Ian Lexen, Charles Lindberg, Gino Lonetti, Kendra Mossey, Lisa Moylan, Vincent Nelson, Jack Neumann, Julia Owens, Natalie Phernetton, McKenna Rognrud, Michael Runnels, Kendra Sheldon, Matthew Tietz, Emily Wells, Christa White and Carl Wirtz.

Seniors

Megan Amundson, Waylon Buck, Emily Byerly, Andrew Claeys, Davis Coddington, Nicole Coulter, Jayce denHoed, Lauren Domagala, Leah Engbretson, Anthony Evans, Brandy Gravelle, April Halverson, Angelica Henderson, Christopher Hopp, Brittani Hughes, Tabitha Java, Breanna Jensen, Michelle Jensen, Hatsumi Kanai, Bradley Knauber, Ashley Kurkowski, Ray Kurkowski, Nicole Laboda, Alexandra Lundblade, Seneca Lundeen-Brooks, Kristina Marcyan, Allison Martin, Christopher Maslowski, Alexander Miller, Maria Miller, Eda Mirioglu, Shabana Mishler, Kali Otte, Dayton Rivera, Nicholas Rognrud, Autumn Schmidt, Corissa Schmidt, Erik Stoner, Danielle Swanson, Michael Tesch, Sara Underwood, Ashley Wendelboe and Bryce Williamson.

WHAT’S FOR LUNCH???

Menu LOCATION

NOVEMBER 14 - NOVEMBER 18 THURSDAY

FRIDAY

BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza.

LUNCH Cheeseburger, fries OR chicken-taco salad.

BREAKFAST Uncrustable.

LUNCH Pizzata (pepperoni pocket), Italian green beans OR turkey salad.

BREAKFAST Waffles snacks.

LUNCH Turkey, stuffing, gravy, cranberries, corn, dinner roll, dessert.

LUNCH

LUNCH Pizza, salad, peas, fresh pear, apples, oranges, bread basket.

LUNCH Thanksgiving Dinner: Creamed turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, dinner roll, cranberries, corn, pumpkin dessert, apples, oranges, bread basket.

LUNCH Hot dog, brat, Sun Chips, fresh veggies, pudding.

LUCK

BREAKFAST Cereal/French toast sticks.

LUNCH Mozzarella pizza dippers, dipping sauce, green beans, fruit sauce. Alt.: Chicken patty, 7-12.

BREAKFAST Cereal/long john.

LUNCH Spaghetti hotdish, hot buns, peas, fruit sauce. Alt.: Hot dog, 7-12.

BREAKFAST Cereal/donut holes.

LUNCH Build your own sub, chips, corn, fresh fruit. Alt.: Chicken nuggets, 712.

BREAKFAST Cereal/pancakes.

LUNCH Baked potato bar, ham/cheese, broccoli w/cheese, fruit sauce. Alt.: Chicken nuggets, ALL.

BREAKFAST Cereal/cinnamon roll.

LUNCH Mini corn dogs, corn bread, baked beans, fresh fruit. Alt.: Hamburger, 712.

SIREN

BREAKFAST Assorted cereal and toast, juice and milk.

LUNCH Hot ham and cheese, corn chips, baked beans, veggies, applesauce, kiwi & oranges. Alt.: Alfredo.

BREAKFAST Mini pancakes, juice and milk.

LUNCH Cheeseburger hotdish, garlic bread, lettuce salad, corn, peaches. Alt.: Turkey/cheese/marble bread.

BREAKFAST Assorted cereal and toast, juice and milk.

LUNCH Fajita on a bun, Tostitos, lettuce salad, apples and oranges. Alt.: Orange-glazed chicken.

BREAKFAST French toast sticks, juice and milk.

LUNCH Chicken and gravy over mashed potatoes, wheat roll, lettuce salad, green beans, fruit. Alt.: Soup and sandwich.

BREAKFAST Assorted cereal and toast, juice and milk.

LUNCH Cheese Pizza dippers, quesadilla, rice, Tostito corn, carrots, chips, shredded celery, pineapple lettuce, tidbits, refried banana. beans, pears.

Alt.: Cook’s Alt.: Cook’s choice.choice.

BREAKFAST Cereal bar, toast.

LUNCH Chicken nuggets, macaroni and cheese, peas, cinnamon apples. Alt.: Burritos.

BREAKFAST Scrambled eggs, toast.

LUNCH Pepperoni pizza, lettuce salad, carrots, strawberry cups. Alt.: Egg salad sandwich, chicken noodle soup.

BREAKFAST Oatmeal muffin squares.

LUNCH Cheeseburger, bun, spicy fries, green beans, peaches. Alt.: Beef stroganoff.

BREAKFAST Breakfast pizza.

LUNCH Ham & cheese, bun, spring mix salad, baked beans, applesauce.

Alt.: Grilled cheese, tomato soup.

BREAKFAST Cinnamon roll, yogurt cup.

LUNCH Hot dogs, bun, baked chips, corn, pears. Alt.: Sub sandwich with chips.

BREAKFAST Breakfast pockets.

LUNCH Pizza patty or McRib, asparagus and fruit.

BREAKFAST Egg/ham combo.

LUNCH Hot dogs, baked beans and fruit.

BREAKFAST

BREAKFAST Bagels and cream cheese.

LUNCH Potato bowl (popcorn chicken, potatoes, gravy & corn) and fruit.

BREAKFAST Breakfast bites.

LUNCH Sub sandwich, cottage cheese, Sun Chips and fruit.

LUNCH Chicken nuggets, scalloped potatoes, carrots, pineapple.

LUNCH Cook’s choice OR hamburger gravy, mashed potatoes, corn, peaches.

LUNCH Baked chicken, wild rice, green beans, cranberries, pears.

LUNCH Bacon cheeseburger, bun, fresh veggies, fresh fruit.

FREDERIC GRANTSBURG Each building will have their own breakfast menu.

ST. CROIX FALLS UNITY WEBSTER

MONDAY

TUESDAY

BREAKFAST Cinnamon roll.

LUNCH Ravioli, bread stick, green beans OR tuna salad.

BREAKFAST

LUNCH Cheeseburger with fixings, french fries, sliced carrots, juice bar, apples, oranges, bread basket.

Muffin.

LUNCH Nachos, assorted toppings, refried beans, mixed vegetables OR chicken-strip salad.

Chicken chow mein, brown rice, Chinese noodles, steamed broccoli, orange slices, apples, oranges, bread basket.

WEDNESDAY

Pancakes.

LUNCH Spaghetti, bread sticks, green beans and fruit.

LUNCH Baked potato bar with toppings OR beef barley soup with veggies, PBJ, applesauce.

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CHURCH NEWS Luck Lutheran Church shows appreciation Quilt winner Janet Elmquist is shown holding the crazy quilt made by members of Luck Lutheran Church. The church recently held a raffle to benefit its quilting ministry. In previous years, 70-100 quilts were made for Lutheran World Relief, the Serenity House, graduating high school seniors and Luther Point Camp. This year many of the quilts were made for the residents of the new United Pioneer Home in Luck. – Photos submitted

On Saturday, Oct. 29, a group from Luck Lutheran Church showed the church’s appreciation to the women of the church, ages 70-100. Not everyone was able to attend, but those who did enjoyed a brunch and entertainment. This brunch was held to say thank you for all of the work these women have done over the years and continue to do in God’s name. Luck Lutheran members say they are very fortunate to have such a dedicated group of women in their church.

New Hope grows, ELCA loses another congregation

by Wayne Anderson Special to the Leader GRANTSBURG - New Hope Lutheran Church, an independent Lutheran church, recently voted to expand its church building to accommodate new members.

That move proved timely, as the growing church welcomed eight new members last Sunday, Nov. 6.

Presently, New Hope enjoys about 200 people on its membership roll, averaging about 140 attendees on Sundays. And nearly every Sunday there are new visitors in the audience to see what God is doing in this unique church.

People from several Christian denominations throughout the inter-county area attend worship there. And all are invited to hear God’s word.

“People are finding spiritual food here,” said Dr. Emory Johnson, pastor of New Hope. “People come here standing on what they believe in.”

And that belief is in a traditional view of Lutheranism and Christianity.

The church was started shortly after the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America voted in 2009 to allow practicing gays and lesbians to be ordained and serve as pastors.

Two years later, Lutheran churches in Wisconsin are still divided on the issue.

Trinity Lutheran Church in Birchwood took its final vote to leave the ELCA on Sunday, Oct. 23, said a church spokesman.

Last Sunday, Faith Lutheran Church in Durand took a first vote to stay. But it’s likely the pastor will leave, said a church official.

People are being spiritually fed in other Lutheran churches too, said Johnson. New Hope is not the only Lutheran church where God is working in Burnett and Polk counties.

“But people come here to stand on what they believe,” said Johnson. “The Lord is pouring out his Holy Spirit here. And as Jesus said: You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

Peace pole Members of the Danbury United Methodist Church gathered around a peace pole to dedicate it at the conclusion of the All Saints worship service, Sunday, Nov. 6. Such poles represent the worldwide Peace Pole Project Network and are located in over 140 countries throughout the world. All offer this prayer: “May peace prevail on Earth,” in their native language. The Danbury peace pole also asks for peace in our country, communities and homes. It is given in memory of Edith Cunliffe, a member of the congregation who died this past year. - Special photo

Operation Christmas Child

Eight new members of New Hope Lutheran Church are (L to R) Front row: Brian Fellrath, Barbara Fellrath, Mariea Strait, Eunice Tollander, Priscilla “Pixie” Hill and John Hill. Back row: Oliva Tucker, Roxanne Tucker and Pastor Emory Johnson. - Photo by Wayne Anderson

RUBY’S PANTRY FOOD DISTRIBUTION Thursday, Nov. 17

A CROSSCULTURAL EVENT

for the whole community is being sponsored by

Clam Falls Lutheran Church in Clam Falls Saturday, Nov. 12, at 7 p.m.

Registration starts at 1:30 p.m.

Distribution starts at 2 p.m.

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24534 State Rd. 35/70 North of Siren Anyone who gets hungry qualifies. $15 Cash Donation Bring your own baskets, boxes or carts.

The Siren United Methodist Women have over 100 shoe boxes filled and ready to be shipped to children worldwide. It is such a wonderful way to bring joy and hope to children, and open hurting hearts to God’s love. This is a mission that these women have been doing for many years now and what a great one it is, making a difference in the lives of so many children. – Photo submitted

Watermark, a relational music ministry team sponsored by Youth Encounter, ministers in communities throughout the U.S., Germany, Eastern Europe and will present an evening of worship and personal sharing. Won’t you join us for a FREE, fun, family event?

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21st-annual Thanksgiving dinner set SIREN – The 21st-annual Thanksgiving dinner is set for Thursday, Nov. 24, noon to 2 p.m., at the Siren Senior Center. Everyone is welcome. The meal is free to all and is sponsored by the people of Siren, Webster and Danbury.

If you have need, please call for home delivery at 715866-4878. - submitted

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OBITUARIES

Rebecca Lynn (Hochstetler) Saenz

Rebecca Lynn (Hochstetler) Saenz, 30, resident of Luck, passed away at home on Monday, Oct. 31, 2011.

Becky was born Jan. 10, 1981, in Frederic the youngest daughter of Kenneth and Brenda (Walton) Hochstetler.

Becky leaves to celebrate her memory her loving parents; her devoted husband, Jose Ricardo; her beautiful babies, Devin, Noah and Lillian; stepson, Johnathan; and mother-in-law, Valentina, both in El Salvador; older adoring sisters, Mellissa (Joey) Casey and Patricia (Robert) Arntson; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws and lifelong friends.

Becky’s first love was her family, from running her and her husband’s roofing company, speaking Spanish, to raising her children. Becky was always outgoing, funny and friendly, celebrating life’s simple things. She will be deeply missed by all the lives she touched, her heart and soul will live on.

Funeral services were held at the Rowe Funeral Home in Luck on Friday, Nov. 4, with Pastor Steve Ward officiating. Music during visitation was provided by Sandy Lundquist.

Online condolences may be left on the following Web sites. Please refer to these sites for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-472-2444 Rowe Funeral Home of Luck, www.rowefh.com, and the Northwest Wisconsin Cremation Center in Milltown, www.wicremationcenter.com, have been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Joan P. Larson Joan P. Larson, 67, Danbury, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family, on Oct. 30, 2011.

Joan was born Oct. 10, 1944. She grew up in South St. Paul, Minn. She was previously married for 26 years. She raised her four children in Inver Grove Heights, Minn.

Joan worked at American Hoist and Derrick and Waterous Companies.

She married Charles Larson in May of 1993, and they had a wonderful and devoted marriage of 18 years. They retired in Danbury and fully enjoyed their eight acres overlooking a beautiful pond from their deck and porch.

Joan was truly happy looking out every day to whatever wildlife was putting on a show, the bluebirds and hummingbirds being her personal favorites. She and Chuck have been blessed with true friends and happiness in the north woods.

She was a wonderful mother who supported all of her family’s endeavors and activities. Joan always put the needs of the family before her own. She was loving, protective, fun, supportive, giving and so much more. Her grandchildren loved her deeply and enjoyed every second they had with her.

Joan was blessed with three sisters. Together they are referred to as “the Treasures.” Times spent with them and their families were some of the richest and sweetest of her life.

She was equally blessed with friends all through her life. Her friends from Danbury became close ones. The Yellow Lake Lutheran Church ladies and their card club were such a gift. Their sisterhood and activities brought her great happiness, and along with the congregation, strengthened her faith.

She enjoyed quilting, knitting and crocheting, often making things for others. She loved to cook, bake and try new recipes. A craft project with the grandkids was always an adventure. She liked fishing and enjoyed her flower beds.

Joan is survived by her husband, Charles Larson; her mother, Shirley Bailey; her children, Kristine (David) Korngable, Troy Bolster, Lisa Bolster and David Conner, and Daniel Bolster; grandchildren, Samantha, Sabrina, Emma, Olivia, J.D. and Thomas; her sisters, Jean (Bruce) Larson, Deborah (James) Deering, Diane Bailey and Jim Pedersen; and eight nieces and nephews; and special cousins; stepchildren, David Larson, Dan (Michelle) Larson, Jeffrey (Salesia) Larson and Jennifer (Darrin) Kvam; stepgrandchildren, Madelin, Jonathan, Joshua, Grace, Anne, Joseph, Carly, Abbigail, Sarah and Elianna.

Her easy smile and sunny disposition will be greatly missed.

The family wishes to extend a heartfelt gratitude to Regional Hospice, Dr. Patrick Hedland and his staff, and Dr. Daniel Schneider and his staff for the wonderful care she received. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Regional Hospice, 819 Ash Street, Spooner, WI 54801 and the Yellow Lake Lutheran Church 7615 CTH U, Danbury, WI 54830.

The funeral service was held at Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster, on Thursday, Nov. 3. A private burial will be held at a later date. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor. com.

The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.

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Ronald D. Warner

Ronald D. Warner, 91, New Richmond, died on Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2011, at the St. Croix Health Center in New Richmond.

Ron was born the son of Walter and Emma (Giesen) Warner on March 30, 1920, in Deer Park. He attended school in Deer Park through eighth grade and graduated from New Richmond High School with the class of 1938. Ron met Dolores Karis in the fall of 1940. A few dances later, they were married at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Deer Park on July 22, 1941.

In November of 1942, Ron was called into service in the Army. He served in Europe as a supply sergeant. On July 22, 1947, Ron and Dolores started Warner’s Direct Service in New Richmond. In 1956, they added the boat business and renamed the business Warner’s Dock. They moved to a new location in 1959 and then again, 47 years later, to their current location. Ron semiretired at age 55, but was an active part of the business until entering the St. Croix Health Center in July of 2011.

Ron bought a cabin on Balsam Lake in 1952, which is still enjoyed by his family today. He loved to fish and hunt, his last deer hunt was in 2007, when he was able to take two deer. He enjoyed snowmobiling and waterskiing, driving four-wheeler, and traveling with Dolores.

Ron was a charter member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, a member of the American Legion, New Richmond Kiwanis Club, Willow River Rod and Gun Club, and a past president of the St. Croix County Alliance of Sportsman’s Clubs.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Emma Warner; wife, Dolores Warner; and brother, Delmond Warner.

Ron is survived by his children, Marlin (Diane) Warner, Gerry (Carol) Warner and Greg (Sharon) Warner; grandchildren, Randi (Mike) Manske, Nate (Rachel) Warner, Gina (John) Clemmons, Jason (Shelly) Warner, Nicole Warner, Scott (Stacy) Warner, Karen (Jake) Nichols; greatgrandchildren, Jarek, Josh and Jaden Manske, Rhea and Melia Warner, Teagan Warner, Natalie Warner, Madalyn and Taedon Nichols; sister, Evelyn Pomper; and many other relatives and friends.

A funeral service was held Friday, Nov. 4, at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in New Richmond. Interment was at New Richmond Cemetery. Pallbearers were Mike Manske, Jarek Manske, Josh Manske, Nate Warner, Scott Warner and Jake Nichols. Memorials may be directed to St. Luke’s Lutheran Church.

The Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services Beebe Chapel in New Richmond was entrusted with arrangements.

Eternal

Perspectives Sally Bair

Fattening up

The way our resident chipmunks are eating, you’d think they’re wondering if it will be their last meal.

Bears, too, are focused on fattening up with high-protein and fatty foods before they head for their hibernating holes.

Sometimes we humans stuff ourselves with food, too, and with pleasures—as if we might lose out before dying. But what if we knew with certainty that today would be our last day on Earth? Would we act differently with our parents, spouse, children and grandchildren? Would we speak different words to them? How would we treat those we disdain or despise? Would we make amends for our past offenses?

What choices would we make regarding our money? Spend it all on fun and fancy things? Give it away? Hide it so certain others could not benefit from it? What about food and drink? Would we indulge ourselves, like the critters preparing for hibernation, knowing our last meal was imminent? Would we regret not fulfilling our bucket list, or not spending more time with our family?

We all have the option of “fattening up” on anything we choose. Our selfish choices are endless—and worthless in the end. The Bible says, “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal; but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” (Matthew 6:19-21) The Bible is filled with ways we can spend our last days. Once we know Jesus Christ as our savior and lord, getting to know him better is a priceless, meaningful way to live out our lives. If we fatten up on his word and obey it, we won’t miss out on his greatest gifts of love, joy and peace now and forever. Fattening up on God’s word will help us toward that end.

“You do not know what will happen tomorrow,” James 4:14 tells us. “What is your life? It is even a vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away.”

James continues, “Establish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is at hand.” (James 5:8) Seeking him in the word will help us not only to know him better, but to trust and love him.”

Lord, help us consider each day as our last so the love, peace, and joy you’ve given us will be evident to everyone we meet. Give us the desire to fatten up on and obey your living word. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Bair may be reached at sallybair@gmail.com.

Bernice Mayfield Jensen Bernice Mayfield Jensen, 97, St. Croix Falls, went to be with her Lord on Oct. 31, 2011. She was a resident of Comforts Of Home in St. Croix Falls.

She was born on the home farm in Cushing on May 7, 1914, and was the eldest, and last surviving sibling of five children born to Arthur and Alma Swanson.

On April 29, 1936, she was married to Harold Russell Jensen at the Eureka Baptist Parsonage.

Bernice and her husband lived on their family farm in Eureka for 62 years.

During this time, she spent several years working at Thompson’s Grocery Store in St. Croix Falls. She was a very active member in the Eureka Baptist Church, having played either the organ or piano in the church for 60 years. Bernice and her husband enjoyed traveling and had visited many of the 50 states, including Alaska, and 22 winters in Florida was also something they looked forward to.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell; her parents, Arthur and Alma Swanson; her stepmother, Amanda Swanson; her siblings and their mates, Ernest (Myma) Swanson, Arthur (Alice) Swanson, Mildred (Goodwin) Hanson and Hazel (Harold) Mickelson; and twin granddaughters, Jana and Joni Jensen.

She is survived by her two children, Joyce (James) Murray of Punta Gorda, Fla., and Philip (Judy) Jensen of Osceola; grandchildren, Lisa (Ralph) Turner of Winter Park, Fla., Scott (Amanda) Jensen of Chetek, Bradley (Nang) Murray of Port Charlotte, Fla., and Krista (William) Schlecht of Amery; 14 great-grandchildren; her stepsister, Alice Kabeary of Grantsburg; and many nieces and nephews.

The memorial service was held Saturday, Nov. 5, at the Eureka Baptist Church. Interment was at the New Home Cemetery following the memorial service.

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Emily Noye, 11, New Richmond, received her first Communion last Sunday, Nov. 6, at New Hope Church in Grantsburg, where she attends with her mother Tammy (Swenson) Noye. Emily attends New Richmond Middle School and is the granddaughter of Terry and Linda Swenson, Grantsburg, who were all smiles in attendance. - Photo by Wayne Anderson

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OBITUARIES/CHURCH NEWS

Steven D. Schmidt

LaVern A. Gardner

Evelyn A. Carlson

Steven D. Schmidt, 60, Webster, passed away suddenly of a heart attack on Sunday, Oct. 30, 2011, while vacationing in Branson, Mo. Steve lived with diabetes for over 35 years, and in 1983 was proud to become an active participant in the DCCT-Diabetes Control and Complications Trial through the University of Minnesota. Results of this study have become the basis of current diabetic care in our nation.

Steve was born near Menomonie, on Jan. 15, 1951, to William and Idella (Otto) Schmidt. He graduated from Glenwood City High School in 1969.

After high school, he attended Chippewa Valley Technical College, graduating in spring of 1970 with a degree in tool machining.

He married Linda (Bethke) Schmidt in 1970 and lived in New Richmond, Hudson and Hammond, before moving to their current Webster residence.

Steve initially worked in the machining occupation for several companies - Star Machine Tool, Sunnyside Marina, Conveyor Specialties, and American Hoist and Derrick. After an American Hoist layoff in 1978, he became licensed as an insurance agent for Banker’s Life. Since 1978, Steve has sold for several insurance companies while also working refrigeration installation for Dave Benck, Somerset, and Tom White, Hudson. Since 1993, Steve was self-employed as an independent agent, selling for various insurance companies. While an independent agent, Steve truly enjoyed getting to know and assisting his many clients with insurance. Steve was a people person. He grew up in a musical family and was also a talented musician with music in his soul. Steve played bass guitar and sang, performing in various bands throughout the years.

Steve was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and a good friend to everyone who knew him.

Steve had a sharp wit and a keen sense of humor. He loved the Webster area, which he called “Paradise” and greatly enjoyed riding his Harley, deer hunting and the outdoors.

Steve was an active member of Lakeside Community Lutheran Church, working at its annual Trash and Treasure Sale, helping with community dinners and other events, plus serving on the finance committee. Steve served as president of the Point Lake Association, was an active member of Town of Jackson’s Second Alarm, and also helped with concessions at Village Players Community Theatre.

Steve is survived by his wife, Linda; daughters, Jaime (Darel) Hall, Jessica (Norman) Springett and Julie Schmidt; stepgrandchildren, Melanie and Emily Hall; grandchildren, Joel, Normie and Nathan Springett and Ellie Hall; brothers, Ed (Joanne) Schmidt and Scott (Barb) Schmidt; many nieces and nephews and a host of loving relatives and friends.

Steve is and will be dearly missed. He was preceded in death by his mother and father.

Funeral services were held Monday, Nov. 7, at Lakeside Community Lutheran Church, Webster, with Pastor Terrance Stratton officiating. Music was provided by Sue Olson. Casket bearers were Ed Schmidt, Scott Schmidt, Ethan Schmidt, Darel Hall, Norman Springett and Mark Fruehauf. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com. In lieu of flowers, contribute a music memorial in Steve’s honor to Lakeside Community Lutheran Church.

The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.

LaVern A. Gardner, 50, Aberdeen, S.D., died Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011, at his home.

LaVern Allen Gardner was born on June 23, 1961, to LaMoynne (Buzzy) and Bernice (Lalor) Gardner in Minneapolis, Minn. He went to Webster High School in Webster, where he enjoyed participating in the school plays and was an active member of the fire department. He moved to Aberdeen in 1990 where he was also a member of the rural Columbia Fire Department. He owned and operated Vern’s Bar and Grill in Columbia, S.D., which was one of his great enjoyments.

His greatest accomplishment and true loves of his life were his two daughters, Brittany and Laurie. He loved spending time with them. He enjoyed throwing darts, riding motorcycle, driving truck, cooking, collecting eagles, board games and watching movies. He was an avid Green Bay Packers fan. He would like everyone attending the services to wear green and gold.

Grateful for having shared Vern’s life are his daughters, Brittany and Laurie Gardner, Aberdeen, S.D.; stepson, Daren (Natasha) Meyer; his father, LaMoynne (Buzzy) Gardner of Shell Lake; his mother, Bernice (Earl) Boelter of Danbury; his sisters, LaJuana (Randy) Magnuson of Webster and Laurie (Joe) Voss of Prescott; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, great-nieces, nephews and many friends.

Vern was preceded in death by his older brother, LeMoyne (Moe) Gardner.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 12, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church with Pastor Deb Grismer officiating. Visitation will be from 1-7 p.m., Friday with family present from 5-7 p.m., at Spitzer-Miller Funeral Home, 1111 S. Main St., Aberdeen, S.D. Celebration of Vern’s life will be held at the Webster Senior Center in Webster on Friday, Nov. 18, from 2-7 p.m.

Evelyn A. Carlson, 83, Osceola, died Saturday, Nov. 5, at her home.

Evelyn was born to Adolph and Adelia Moltzer in the Town of Apple River on May 22, 1928. She graduated from Balsam Lake High School on her 17th birthday. She then attended the Radio, Television and Electronics Institute in Minneapolis.

On June 25, 1950, she married Gerald L. Carlson. Evelyn worked for Honeywell and then for 39 years at Polk County Social Services. In her free time, she enjoyed bowling, was association secretary for many years, enjoyed square dancing and was a member of the Swedish Institute.

Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Raymond; and sister, Irene.

She is survived by her husband, Gerald; son, Kerry A. and his wife, Cathryn; grandchildren, Christopher and Heather; brothers, Arthur and Allan; and nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 10, at Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser. Visitation one hour prior to the service at church. Interment will be at Sand Lake Cemetery. For more information check the Web site at www.grandstrandfh.com.

The Grandstrand Funeral Home, Osceola, was entrusted with arrangements.

Gary Levi Benjamin Gary Levi Benjamin (A NUB Bee tong), 54, Danbury, died Nov. 2, 2011.

Gary was born Aug. 3, 1957, in Minneapolis, Minn., to Edwin and Christina Benjamin. Gary was an avid Vikings fan, loved hockey, music and four-wheeling. He was known to tease everyone.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Ronald Staples.

He is survived by his parents, Edwin and Christina Benjamin; siblings, Romona (Orrin) Reyes, Gloria (Dwaine) Benjamin, Edwin Jr. (Patricia) Benjamin, Roberta (Dave) Benjamin and Tracy (Ben) Taylor; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral service was held Saturday, Nov. 5, at the Danbury Tribal Hall with Lee Staples officiating. Interment followed at Danbury Cemetery.

Casket bearers were Dwaine Olson, Loren Benjamin, Lance Benjamin, Aaron Benjamin, Louis Mackyol, John Ray Bearhart, Manuel Reyes, Ryan Benjamin and Dave Anderson. Honorary casket bearers were Mike Benjamin, Gary Bearhart Jr., Lori Benjamin, Ben Taylor, Casey Matrious, June Reyes, Bemosaakwe and Kelly Benjamin.

The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.

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We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name.

In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone, For part of us went with you, the day God called you home.

You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide, And though we cannot see you, you are always at our side.

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Helen I. Nelson, 88, Dairyland, died Nov. 1, 2011, at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, Minn.

Helen was born Dec. 27, 1922, in Medford, Minn., to Charles and Anna King. Helen grew up in the Danbury area, attending and graduating from Webster High School in 1940. She married Russell on April 4, 1942.

They resided in Kingsdale and later Dairyland. She was a member of the Homemakers Club in Dairyland and served on the election board. She was devoted to her family and friends and enjoyed spending time with them.

In her free time, she enjoyed reading.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents; husband; children, Charles Nelson, Kathryn Robers and Carl Nelson; and her sister, Florence Berg.

She is survived by her children, John (Gregoria) Nelson, Wendy Schmidt, Robert (Diane) Nelson and Anthony Nelson; 17 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren; along with other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Friday, Nov. 4, at the Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home with Richard Gustafson officiating. Interment followed at the Old Township Cemetery in Dairyland. Casket bearers were Anthony Nelson, Marcus Nelson, Andrew Nelson, Eric Nelson, Scott Nelson and Michael Robers. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com.

The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.

Dorothy E. Schnaith

Dorothy E. Schnaith, 92, Webster, died Oct. 30, 2011, at Spooner Health System.

Dorothy was born Jan. 9, 1919, in St. Paul, Minn., to Frank and Elizabeth Rosner. She married Edward in Eugene, Ore., in 1942.

She loved the outdoors where she could enjoy watching the birds and the wildlife. She loved being at the lake.

She loved her family and was a loving mom, grandma and great-grandma.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Edward; her parents; and her sister, Margerite.

She is survived by and will be sadly missed by her daughter, Edie (Jeff) Lowe; grandchildren Lori, David and Karie; and great-grandchildren, Cody, Ali, Jackson, Rylee, Shelly, Samuel and Elsa.

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M. Pauline (Sommerfeld) Smith, 93, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and greatgreat-grandmother, passed away Nov. 3, 2011, in Edinburg, Texas.

Pauline was a first generation American. She was born at home in the Town of Dewey of Burnett County, to Leopold and Pauline (Ehorst) Sommerfeld on Feb. 16, 1918.

She attended grade school at the McCarty School in Hertel and then stayed with a family in Shell Lake to attend high school. Following her graduation from Shell Lake High School in 1935, Pauline spent a year training as a teacher in Grantsburg. After that year, she traveled to Arizona to visit one of her sisters. While there, she met Ralph G. Smith, a truck driver, and they were married on April 17, 1937, in Tempe, Ariz. Their oldest two sons, J. Truman and C. Brent, were born in Arizona. Pauline and Ralph moved back to Wisconsin to help her parents on the farm, which they later purchased in 1945. Four more children, Maryalta, Ralph Jr., Lois and Craig, were born in Wisconsin.

Pauline was always proud of her gardens. She loved to can and freeze vegetables and make jam and pickles, which she shared with her family and friends. She also enjoyed working with children and was a 4-H leader for more than 50 years. She was a fair superintendent at the Webster Fair for many years. Watching baseball, cheering on the Green Bay Packers and baking were among her favorite hobbies.

Pauline belonged to the Trinity Lutheran Church in Spooner. She was also a member of Eastern Star for more than 50 years.

Ralph and Pauline sold their family farm in November 1972 and retired in the Town of Dewey. A tornado destroyed her home in June 2001, so Pauline then resided with her children. She was able to take advantage of warm climates year-round. Pauline enjoyed traveling, especially a trip to Hawaii. Her last few years were spent at the Edinburg Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Edinburg, Texas, near her son Ralph Jr. and his wife. She was a well-loved, active resident during her stay there.

Pauline was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Leo, William and Herman; sisters, Lydia, Wanda, Olga and Ann; husband, Ralph; daughter-in-law, Gloria Smith; and son-in-law, J. Carlton Cooper.

She is survived by her brother, Albert (Hilda) Sommerfeld; children J. Truman (Marlene) Smith, Gaffney, S.C.; C. Brent (Susan) Smith, Holiday Island, Ark.; Maryalta Cooper, Scottsdale, Ariz.; Ralph G. (Lupita) Smith, Edinburg, Texas; Lois (Tom) Hodgson, Bella Vista, Ark., and Craig Smith, Schaumburg, Ill.; grandchildren Malinda (Scott) Shipman, Jim (Laurie) Smith, Mary Ann (Roy) Morris, Karen (Kent) Peterson, Kathy (Tony) Intravaia, Chuck Mortensen, Lindsey Sullivan, Shannon (Andy) Hartmann, Christina Cooper, Ramiro Smith, Brad (Keri) Hodgson, Jessica Hodgson and Matthew (Kristy) Hodgson; 22 great-grandchildren; and five great-great grandchildren.

Services will be held Saturday, Nov. 12, at the Lakeview United Methodist Church in Hertel. Visitation will be from 1-2 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. and interment. Her final resting place will be beside her husband of over 50 years, Ralph, in the Lakeview Cemetery at Hertel.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the American Cancer Society, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or a charity of your choice.

Lyla Mary Dolan Lyla Dolan, 88, Sacramento, Calif., formerly of Siren, passed away Oct. 29, 2011, in Sacramento.

Services were held in Sacramento, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 4, with burial the following day at East Lawn Cemetery in Sacramento.

David R. Covey David R. Covey, 55, Grantsburg, died Nov. 2, 2011.

Funeral service was held Wednesday, Nov. 9, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Falun. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com. A full obituary will be published at a later date.

The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.

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Bruce Robert King

Eva A. Pool

Bruce Robert King, 85, died Nov. 2, 2011, at his home in Spooner.

He was born Aug. 16, 1926, in Antigo, to Joseph and Isabel Wilde King. He graduated from White Lake High School in 1944 and later joined the Navy where he served as radio operator on the destroyer Henry W. Tucker, serving a yearlong tour of duty in the Pacific.

He later attended the Milwaukee School of Engineering, graduating in 1947. He then moved to Lewis, to help establish the Lewis Telephone Co. During this period, he formed a band that would be billed as “Bruce King, his Trumpet and his Orchestra,” which performed at night clubs, high school proms and other celebrations from Balsam Lake to Pine City, Minn. It was at a dance job that he met Belle Johnson of rural Lewis. They married April 18, 1951, at Lewis United Methodist Memorial Church.

He operated two businesses in Frederic, King’s Citgo Station and later, King’s TV & Radio.

In 1964, he moved his family to Spooner when an opportunity arose to become a Sears catalog merchant. He operated the Sears store on River Street for 16 years. He and Belle spent much of their free time exploring Bayfield and the Apostle Islands in Lake Superior with family and friends aboard their boat, King’s Ransom and following retirement took various jobs, which included working as an express mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service, DJ for a jazz radio program, a realtor and convenience store clerk/handyman.

But it was in his music that he found the most satisfaction, putting the trumpet skills he began learning at age 12 to good use throughout his life, from playing the “Charge!” anthem from the end zone of the old Met Stadium at a 1967 Packer-Viking game to playing for benefits and rendering taps at countless military funerals. He loved big band music and helped form the Nuto Dixieland Band, Jazznocracy and other bands. He never missed playing a New Year’s Eve dance job for nearly 50 consecutive years, and was still entertaining crowds well into his 83rd year. His trumpet/vocal rendition of “Sugar Blues” was his signature song.

He was preceded in death by wife, Belle; grandson, Stephen Kroll; brothers, Harold, Don and Hollace King; sisters, Geneva McGeorge, Dorothy Martin and Luella Williams.

He is survived by daughter, Debby (Gene) Kroll of Wisconsin Rapids; son, Gary (Sandra) King of Frederic; grandchildren, Matthew King of Eden Prairie, Minn., Amanda (Carl) McGrane of Woodbury, Minn. and Jack Tricker-King of Frederic; two great-grandchildren, Cole and Adalyn McGrane; brother, Wally King of Racine; and three step-grandchildren, Jamie (Matt) Swanke of Tigerton, Sam (Kate) Tricker of Poynette and Andy (Nicole) Tricker of Minneapolis; and four stepgreat-grandchildren.

There are no funeral services planned at this time.

The Dahl Funeral Home of Spooner assisted the family with cremation arrangements.

Eva A. Pool, 91, formerly of Knapp, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2011, at the Cumberland Extended Care Unit in Cumberland.

The former Eva A. Persian was born Jan. 6, 1920, in Buffalo, Minn.

She married Arnold Pool on Nov. 10, 1936, and together they farmed in Maple Plain, Minn., where they also raised their four children.

In 1957, they moved to Osceola, where they owned and operated a mobile home (Falls Homes) dealership. After selling that dealership, they bought Knapp Home Sales in 1968, which they operated for a number of years.

Eva and her husband enjoyed winters in Phoenix, Ariz., and summers on Staples Lake near Cumberland.

They also did a lot of traveling. Eva was a great cook and an avid gardener. She loved children and especially loved spending time with her grandchildren up at the lake.

After her husband’s death in 1995, Eva was in a nursing home in Luck before moving to the Cumberland Nursing Home where she had lived for the past 15 years.

Eva is survived by two sons, Jerry Pool and David (Carol) Pool; daughter, Susan Pool; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren; nieces; nephews and other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold; daughter, Lori; two sisters and a brother.

A visitation was held at the Olson Funeral Home in Menomonie on Oct. 31, followed by a graveside service at Forest Hill Cemetery in Knapp. To share a memory, visit obituaries at www.olsonfuneral.com.

Olson Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Menomonie was entrusted with arrangements.

THANK YOU To everyone who sent cards, phone calls, e-mails, well wishes, prayers, support and blessings during Bruce’s illness and passing. We are so overwhelmed but not surprised by the many friends he had and earned over his 85 years.

His trumpet is now silent, but the hearts of those who loved him will always hear his music.

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Patricia A. Stariha Patricia A. Stariha, 70, Spooner died Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire.

She was born Jan. 14, 1941, in the Town of LaFollette to Clifford and Ima Jean (Powell) Tucker. Pat attended the Coomer School in Siren. She was married in Pine City, Minn., on June 22, 1959, to Joseph Stariha, who preceded her in death on Aug. 31, 2006. Pat and Buddy Joe farmed for many years in the Town of Dewey. She also worked many events in the kitchen of the Shell Lake Full Gospel Church.

Pat loved her family, her Lord, her church and her dog, Lady. She attended Loving Hands Bible Study Group and was a longtime member of the TOPS weight loss group.

Pat enjoyed vegetable gardening, canning and baking.

She was preceded in death by sister, Rosemary and daughter, Jo Ann. She is survived by her son, David Stariha, Shell Lake, and daughter, Billie Jo Lauritsen, Spooner; six grandchildren, Gordon Schlapper, April Schlapper, Charles Schlapper, Alex Schlapper, Joshua Lauritsen and Jonae Lauritsen; her great-granddaughter, Aaliyah; her best friend, Marlene Zach; sisters, Judy (Dick) Peasley, Grantsburg, and Peggy (Barry) Hofecker, Siren; brothers, Larry (Patsy) Tucker, Grantsburg, Lyle (Paula) Tucker, St. Paul, Minn., Robert Tucker, Siren and Jim (Shelly) Tucker, St. Croix Falls; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral services were held Nov. 9 at Shell Lake Full Gospel Church with the Rev. Virgil Amundson officiating. Burial was at Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Spooner. Pallbearers were Gordon Schlapper, Charles Schlapper, Alex Schlapper, Joshua Lauritsen, Paul Stariha and Mark Stariha.

Skinner Funeral Home, Shell Lake, was entrusted with arrangements.

If Tears Could Build a Stairway and memories a lane, I’d walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. No farewell words were spoken, no time to say goodbye, you were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why.

Our hearts still ache in sadness and secret tears still flow, what it meant to lose someone like you, no one can ever know.

But now we know you want us to mourn for you no more, to rememver all the happy times and the ones life has in store.

Since you’ll never be forgotten, we pledge to you today, a hallowed place within our hearts is where you’ll always stay.

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Parents can help kids learn to handle school-yard bullies Q: My fifth-grade daughter has always loved school, but not this year.

She cries every morning, begging to stay home. A group of girls who used to be her friends have started teasing and excluding her. It breaks my heart! What can I do?

Juli: When they hear the word “bullying,” most people think of boys getting shoved in lockers or beat up on the playground. As your daughter is unfortunately learning, girls can be just as vicious. In handling a bully situation, you have to find the right balance of protecting, equipping and counteracting.

In your daughter’s case, protecting means setting up a conference with her teacher to make sure he or she is aware of the situation. It might also mean contacting one or more of the other girls parents to discuss what is happening. In extreme situations, protecting your daughter could potentially include removing her from the environment.

Unfortunately, what your daughter is facing is pretty normal in groups of adolescent girls. Even if she were in a different class or different school, she’d be likely to encounter at least some teasing and rejection. You want to use the oppor-

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tunity to teach her assertiveness and coping skills. You may even role-play with her what to say and do when someone teases or rejects her. Watching and discussing a movie together, like “You Again” or “Back to the Future,” can be a nonthreatening way to talk through how she feels and to address coping with bullies.

Finally, be intentional to counteract the effect the bullying is having on her. Help her find friends or a social group where she is accepted and affirmed. The early adolescent years are traumatic for most kids. Your unconditional love and encouragement will be key to getting your daughter through.

••• Q: My teenage son recently got a friend request on Facebook from a woman who was completely naked in her profile picture. He swears he doesn’t know this person, and I believe him.

To me, it looks more like an X-rated ad disguised as a “friend request.” Can you shed any light on this?

Jim: First, you’re to be commended for keeping tabs on your son’s online interactions. Companies that peddle online pornography have become adept at advertising their wares on social networking sites, and it’s critical that parents remain in the loop.

It’s likely your son’s “friend request” was indeed an ad for online porn, but there’s another sinister possibility. One recent study suggests that prostitutes are now promoting their services by setting up Facebook accounts. A professor at Columbia University interviewed nearly 300 New York City prostitutes and made this startling discovery. With the tighter restrictions on adult ads on Craigslist, many prostitutes were moving their operations over to Facebook. In fact, 83 percent of the prostitutes interviewed said they had a Facebook page. The professor estimated that Facebook would be the leading online recruitment space for prostitutes by the end of 2011.

In fairness, Facebook has restrictions in place that prohibit pornographic material and other obscene content. However, there’s no way to prevent a prostitute from opening an account, or to prevent someone – anyone - from posting explicit photos. Ideally, Facebook will take action on that content once it is brought to light, but by that point, numerous users, including your son, may have already been exposed to it.

I’m not suggesting that we make our kids delete their social networking accounts. But we do need to make sure we’re aware of how they’re using them, and that they have the necessary security and privacy settings in place. We’d never let them go wandering alone in the redlight district. Unfortunately, the red-light district is creeping into their online world.

••• Jim Daly is president of Focus on the Family, host of the Focus on the Family radio program, and a husband and father of two. Dr. Juli Slattery is a licensed psychologist, cohost of Focus on the Family, author of several books, and a wife and mother of three. Submit your questions to: FocusOnTheFamily.com.

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After 5 November meeting set SIREN - The Webster/Siren Area Christian Women’s Club After 5 invites all women to attend a dinner meeting on Monday, Nov. 14, at 6:30 p.m. This meeting will be held in the fellowship hall of Siren Assembly Church located on Hwy.

35, in Siren.

With the theme “Ah … the Holidays,” there will be a special feature by Connie O’Gara, Webster, with her Cricut Creations. Kris Palmer, Luck, will provide musical numbers. Special speaker will be

Grace Lusher, Northfield, Minn. In her talk titled “From Rags to Riches,” she will share how her life’s rags have been woven into a beautiful work of art.

Tickets will be sold at the door for $10, but reservations are needed. Please call

Jane at 715-566-0081. Invite a friend.

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STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES

Corey T. Arnold, Agent Frederic, Wis. Phone 715-327-8076

BEAN’S COUNTRY GRIDDLE Hwys. 35 & 48 Downtown Frederic Phone 715-327-5513

R&S TRUCKING

LUCK VAN METER’S MEATS

Government Inspected Slaughtering and Processing, Sausage making • Ham & Bacon Cured & Smoked Sides and Quarters of Beef and Pork Available Old-fashioned Fresh Meat Counter Tim Van Meter and Ross Anderson, Owners Luck, WI 54853 Plant 715-472-2141

WEBSTER

ALPHA

CUSHING

CASHCO BUILDING SUPPLIES

BASS LAKE LUMBER

CUSHING COOPERATIVE SOCIETY

Complete Lumber & Building Supplies

Phone 715-866-4238 Hwy. 35 N. Webster, Wis. Tom & Becky O’Brien, Owners

HOPKINS SAND & GRAVEL, INC.

Sand, Gravel, Ready-Mix, Concrete, Black Dirt, Dozer Work, Landscaping & Septic Tanks Installed

• Complete Line of Building Supplies & Lumber • Cabot’s Stains Grantsburg, Wis. 715-488-2471 or 715-327-8766

BURNETT DAIRY CO-OP 1988 World Champion Cheesemaker Earl Wilson, Cheese Plant Mgr. Dan Dowling, Ag. Supply Mgr. for Feed, Propane & Fertilizer Alpha, Wis. 715-689-2468 715-689-2467

Feed Mill - Grain Dept.

Cushing, Wis. 715-648-5215

WILD RIVER FLAGS Jerry & Pat Willits 2815 285th Ave. Sterling Township St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-488-2729

Hwy. 35 North Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-4157 M.P.R.S. #03059

SWEDBERG-TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-7131

SIREN

Churches 6/11

FREDERIC

NORTHWESTERN WISCONSIN ELECTRIC CO.

OLSEN & SON

Your Full-Service Drugstore Siren, Wis. Phone 715-349-2221

D & L FINANCIAL SERVICES 10022 Elbow Lake Road Siren, Wis. 54872 715-689-2539

Any area business wishing to help sponsor the church listings should contact the Leader at 715-327-4236.

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Church Directory ADVENTIST

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST - FREDERIC

609 Benson Road; Pastor Curtis Denney Sat. Worship 11 a.m.; Sabbath Schl. 9:30 a.m.

ALLIANCE

ALLIANCE

ALLIANCE CHURCH OF THE VALLEY

1259 Hwy. 35 S., St. Croix Falls Sunday Worship: 9 & 11 a.m.

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

WORD OF LIFE CHURCH

Meeting in homes. Elders: Cliff Bjork, Jon Zens, 715-483-1357 and 715-755-3048 Sun. Fellowship - 10 a.m.; Wed. 7 p.m.

LUTHERAN

LUTHERAN

BALSAM LUTHERAN CHURCH

1115 Mains Crossing, 1/2 Mile South Hwy. 8 On 110th St.; Sun. Worship 9 a.m.; Sun. School 10:15 a.m.

Wed. Bible Study 8:30 a.m.; Wed. LOGOS 3:20 p.m.

BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN (WELS)

Gene E. Jahnke, Pastor, 715-635-7672, Hm. 715-354-7787, Hwy. 70 at 53, Spooner Sun. Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School & Bible Classes For All - 10:45 a.m.

BETHANY LUTHERAN - BRANSTAD

Pastor Jay Ticknor, 715-463-5746 3 miles So. of Grantsburg on Hwy. 87 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

BETHANY LUTHERAN - SIREN

Hwy. 35, 1/2 blk. N. Main St. Interim Pastor Keith Rediske Pastoral Serv. 715-349-5280 Sun. School 8:15 a.m.; Sun. Worship - 9:30 a.m.

BETHESDA LUTHERAN - DRESSER (LCMC) www.bethesdalutheran.ws

Pastor Peter Rimmereid, 715-755-2562 1947 110th Ave., Dresser Sunday Contemporary Service 8:30 a.m.; Education Hour 9:45 a.m. (Starts 9/18/11); Sunday Traditional Service 10:45 a.m.

BONE LAKE LUTHERAN bllc@lakeland.ws

Pastor Mary Ann Bowman, 5 mi. E. of Luck on Hwy. 48, 1/2 mi. S. on I; Office - 715-472-2535 Pastor - 715-472-8153, 8:45 a.m. Prayer; 9 a.m. Sun. Schl. & Adult Bible Study; 10:30 a.m. Worship; 11:30 a.m. Fellowship Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

CHRIST LUTHERAN (LCMS)

Pipe Lake CTH G & T, 715-822-3096 Pastor Steve Miller Sun. Serv. 10:45 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m. during schl. yr.; Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sun. www.christlutheranpipelake.com

CLAM FALLS LUTHERAN (AALC)

Pastor Gary Rokenbrodt - 715-653-2630 www.clamfalls-zion-aalcparish.net Communion 1st Sun.; Wor. 9 a.m.; Sun. School 9 a.m.

FAITH LUTHERAN - BALSAM LAKE

faithlutheran@lakeland.ws Pastor Diane Norstad 715-485-3800; CTH I & Mill Street Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 10:20 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st & last Sundays

FAITH LUTHERAN - GRANTSBURG

Pastor Victor St. George, 715-463-5388 Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School 10:45 a.m.

FIRST EVAN. LUTHERAN

561 Chestnut St., Taylors Falls, MN 651-465-5265 Traditional Worship - 8:30 a.m.; Contemporary Worship - 11 a.m.

FIRST LUTHERAN - CUSHING

Pastor Dorothy Sandahl, 715-648-5323 or 715-648-5324 Sun. Wor. 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.

FRISTAD LUTHERAN - CENTURIA

ELCA - 501 Hwy. 35, 715-646-2357, Mel Rau, Pastor Sun. Wor. & Holy Communion - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:40 a.m.

GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN - ELCA

Rt. 1, Balsam Lake, WI (Fox Creek) Pastor Neal Weltzen; GT Office - 715-857-5580, Parsonage - 715-822-3001, TR Office - 715-822-3001 Wors. Serv. 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m.; Holy Communion - 1st Sun. of each month

GRACE LUTHERAN - WEST SWEDEN

Phone 715-327-4340, 715-416-3086, 715-327-8384 Pastor Theresa Riewestahl Worship 9:15 a.m.; Sun. School 10:30 a.m.

Communion - 1st & 2nd Sundays

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN - FREDERIC

(Missouri Synod) Pastor Jody R. Walter, 715-327-8608 Sun. Schl. - 8:45 a.m.; Service - 10:30 a.m.

Communion - 1st, 3rd & 5th Sun.

LAKESIDE COMMUNITY LUTH. - ELCA

CTH H, 1/2 mi. N. of CTH A & H on H Church Off. 715-635-7791 Interim Pastor Terry Stratton Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.; Sun. Worship 10 a.m.

LAKETOWN LUTHERAN - CUSHING

Pastor Dorothy Sandahl Sun. Wor. 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 10:30 a.m.

LUCK LUTHERAN

510 Foster Ave. E. Pastor Ralph Thompson Office 715-472-2605; Home 715-472-8424 Sun. Wor. 8 &10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl 9 a.m.

MILLTOWN LUTHERAN

113 W. Main St.. W., Phone 715-825-2453 Pastor Danny G. Wheeler 9:15 a.m. Worship ; 10 a.m. Sunday School

NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH

Pastor Emory Johnson, 715-463-5700 685 W. State Road 70, Grantsburg Sun. Wor. Serv. 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 11 a.m.

NORTH VALLEY LUTHERAN

Pastor Maggie Isaacson, 715-825-3559 3 mi. W. of Milltown on “G” Sun. Wor. - 9:15 a.m.; Wed. Wor. 6:30 p.m.

Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN, (LCMS) WEBSTER

Pastor Gerald Heinecke Church Phone 715-866-7191 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Wor. - 10:30 a.m.

Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

PEACE LUTHERAN - DRESSER (ELCA)

2355 Clark Road, Dresser, WI, 715-755-2515 Web site: plcdresser.org Pastor Wayne Deloach, Intern Melissa Carmack Sun. Wor. 8:30 & 11 a.m., Sun. Schl. 9:35 a.m.

PILGRIM LUTHERAN - FREDERIC (ELCA)

Interim Pastor Andrew Hinwood 507 Wisconsin Ave. N., 715-327-8012 Sun. Worship - 10 a.m.

Holy Communion 1st & 2nd Sundays www.pilgrimlutheranfrederic.org

REDEEMER EV. LUTHERAN

(Wisconsin Synod) Pastor Gene DeVries 200 N. Adams St., St. Croix Falls Sun. Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 8:30 a.m.

ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN (Wis. Synod)

350 Michigan Ave., Centuria Sun. Worship - 10:45 a.m.; Sun. School - 10 a.m.

ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN - LCMC

METHODIST

METHODIST

ATLAS UNITED METHODIST

Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Sunday School - 11 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST GRANTSBURG

Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Worship - 9 a.m.; Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.

DANBURY UNITED METHODIST

Cindy Glocke, Pastor, 715-866-8646 Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

GRACE UNITED - WEBSTER

Cindy Glocke, Pastor, 715-866-8646 Sunday Worship - 10:30 a.m.

HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST Holytrinity@wisconsinumc.org 1606 165th Ave., CTH I, Centuria Pastor Freddie Kirk, 715-485-3363 Pastor Tammy Clausen Sunday Worship - 8:30 a.m.

LAKEVIEW UNITED - HERTEL

Pastor Jack Starr Wor. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - during worship hour

LEWIS MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST Tom Cook, Pastor Worship 8:45 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.

McKINLEY UNITED METHODIST

Pastor Annie Tricker Sun. Worship 11 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m.

Potluck dinner 1st Sunday

OSCEOLA UNITED METHODIST

oumc@centurytel.net 306 River Street, Osceola, 715-755-2275 Pastor Mark Gilbert Adult Class - 8:30 a.m.; Sunday School 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship - 10 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st Sunday

1614 CTH B, North Luck, Pastor Rob Lubben Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

Contact Leslie Valentine, 715-646-2390; E-mail: leslie56@centurytel.net

Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship Service - 10 a.m.

Sunday School is at 9 a.m., Nursery available

SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN

ST. LUKE UNITED - FREDERIC

ST. CROIX FALLS UNITED METHODIST

(Missouri Synod) 140 Madison St. South, St. Croix Falls Pastor Mark K. Schoen Sun. Service - 9 a.m.; Sun.School - 10:30 a.m.

Pastor Arveda “Freddie” Kirk, 715-327-4436 Pastor Tammy Clausen Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

TRINITY LUTHERAN - ELCA

Tom Cook, Pastor Sunday School 9 a.m.

Worship - 10:15 a.m. (Nursery available)

10 mi. W. of Cumberland on Hwy. 48 (McKinley) - Pastor Neal Weltzin GT Office 715-857-5580, Parsonage 715-822-3001, TR Office - 715-822-3001 Wor. Serv. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:15 a.m.

Holy Communion - 1st Sunday

TRINITY LUTHERAN LCMS, DANBURY

Pastor Gerald Heinecke Home 715-327-8608; Church 715-866-7191 Sunday Worship Service - 8 a.m.

Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

TRINITY LUTHERAN - FALUN

Hwy. 70 East, 715-689-2271, Pastor: Carl Heidel Worship 9 a.m.; Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

Communion -Every Sunday

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN OSCEOLA

300 Seminole Ave. (CTH M) Mark Kock, Pastor, 715-294-2828 Sunday Worship 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.; Summer, 9 a.m.

WEST DENMARK LUTHERAN

Pastors Mike & Linda Rozumalski 1 mi. west of Luck on N, 2478 170th St., Luck Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.

Fellowship 11 a.m.

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN - ELCA

Rev. Rexford D. Brandt 447 180th St., Osceola, 715-294-2936 Sun. Wor. 8 & 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m.

Communion 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month

YELLOW LAKE LUTHERAN

1/2 mi. W. of Hwy. 35 on U, 715-866-8281, Pastors Douglas Olson, Roger Kampstra and Myron Carlson Services begin at 9:30 a.m.; Communion 1st & 3rd Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN - BONE LAKE (AALC)

Pastor Gary Rokenbrodt - 715-653-2630 5 mi. E. of Frederic on W, 2 mi. south on I; www.clamfalls-zion-aalcparish.net Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.

Communion - 1st Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN - EAST FARMINGTON (WELS ) Pastor Martin Weigand - 715-294-3489 Sunday Schl. 9 a.m.; Bible Class 9:30 a.m.

Worship Serv. 10:30 a.m.

Communion - 1st & Last Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN - MARKVILLE

Pastor Tim Faust Worship - 11 a.m.; Sunday School - 10 a.m.

Holy Communion - 1st & 3rd Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN - TRADE LAKE

Pastor Theresa Riewestahl 715-327-8384, 715-416-3086 Fellowship - 10:30 a.m., Sun. Schl. 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m., Communion - 1st & 2nd Sundays

PRESBYTERIAN

PRESBYTERIAN

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN

Rev. Bruce Brooks - 715-483-3550 719 Nevada St. , (between Simonson & Tower Roads) , St. Croix Falls Worship - 10 a.m. (Nursery provided) Sun. Schl. - Child.- 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - Adults 8:45 a.m.; Communion 1st Sunday

SIREN UNITED METHODIST

TAYLORS FALLS UNITED METHODIST 290 W. Government Street, 715-294-4436 Reverend Dr. Rolland Robinson Sunday Service - 10 a.m. with nursery Sunday School - Sept. - May at 10 a.m.

WOLF CREEK UNITED METHODIST

Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship - 8:15 a.m.

COVENANT

COVENANT

CALVARY COVENANT - ALPHA

Pastor Scott Sagle, 715-689-2541 Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Worship 10:30 p.m.; Elevator provided, welcome

SIREN COVENANT

Pastor Dave Guertin 7686 Lofty Pines Drive, Siren, 715-349-5601 Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.

UNITED COVENANT - CLEAR LAKE

Pastor Dan Pearson Sunday School 8:45 a.m.; Worship 10 a.m.

CATHOLIC

CATHOLIC

ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-247-3310 255 St. Hwy. 35, East Farmington Mass Friday 9 a.m.; Sacrament of Penance Sat. 3:30 p.m.

CHURCH OF ST. JOSEPH

Pastor - Father Frank Wampach 490 Bench St., Taylors Falls, 651-465-7345 Sat. Vigil 5:30 p.m.; Sun. 7:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Tues. - Thurs. 7:30 a.m.

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP

Danbury - 7586 St. Rd. 77, 715-866-7321 Pastor - Father Michael J. Tupa Mass - Sat. 4 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m. (Sept.-May).

Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appt.

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES

Balsam Lake - Rev. John A. Drummy, Pastor - 405-2253 Mass: Sat. eves. 6 p.m.; Sun. 8:30 a.m.; Tues. 5:30 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.Sacrament of Reconciliation 7:30 a.m. Sun. or by appt.

SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS & MARY

Pastor Father Michael J. Tupa CTHs A & H - 715-866-7321 Crescent Lake Voyager Village area.

Mass Sun. 8 a.m., Thurs. 9:30 a.m.

Reconciliation as per bulletin and by appt.

ST. DOMINIC - FREDERIC & IMMACULATE CONCEPTION - GRANTSBURG CATHOLIC MASS SCHEDULE

Pastor: Rev. Dennis M. Mullen, 715-327-8119 St. Dominic: Sat. 4:30 p.m.; Sun. 10:30 a.m.

Immaculate Conception: Sat. 6:30 p.m.; Sun. 8:30 a.m. Call the office for daily & holy day Mass times

ST. ANNE PARISH

Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-247-3310 139 Church Hill Rd., Somerset Mass Sun. 8:30 a.m.; Wed. 9 a.m.

Sacrament of Penance Sun. 8 a.m.

ST. FRANCIS XAVIER

GRACE BAPTIST - GRANTSBURG

Pastor Father Frank Wampach, 651-465-7345 25293 Redwing Ave., Shafer, MN Sunday 9 a.m.

716 S. Robert St., Grantsburg, 715-463-5699 Sr. Pastor Brad Moore David Ahlquist, Assoc. Pastor Sun. Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m.

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST

LIVING HOPE CHURCH

Pastor Father Michael J. Tupa, 715-866-7321 Cedar & Muskey Ave. - Webster Mass Sun 10 a.m., Wed. 5:30 p.m. (Sept-May), Fri. 9 a.m. (Summer)

Pastor Doug McConnell Youth Pastor Chris Radtke At Grantsburg High School, 715-463-5794 Sun. Serv. 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 11 a.m.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC

Pastor Merrill Olson, Interim Pastor 715-327-8402 Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Wor. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided.; www.tradelakebaptistchurch.org

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC

CHURCH OF CHRIST

1050 North Keller Ave., Amery, 715-268-7717 Father John Drummy, Pastor Sat. Mass 4 p.m., Sun. Mass 10:30 a.m.

Mass Wed. & Thurs. 9 a.m.

Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-294-2243 255 E. 10th Ave., Osceola Masses: Sun. 10:30 a.m., Tues. 5 p.m.

Thurs. at 10 a.m. at Osc. Nursing Home ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY

CENTURIA ASSEMBLY OF GOD Pastor Don Wiltshire, 715-640-6400 Centuria - Phone 715-646-2172 Sunday Service: 10 a.m.

OSCEOLA COMMUNITY CHURCH

Pastor Larry Mederich, 715-294-4332 www.occconnect.org Mtg. @ St. Croix Art Barn; Sun. Serv. - 9 a.m.

Nursery and children church

SIREN ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Pastor Andrew Bollant Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Morn. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Supervised Nursery; Wed. Evening - Worship Serv. 6:30 p.m.

EVANGELICAL

EVANGELICAL

APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY (EFCA)

Pastor Bruce Tanner, 715-268-2176 942 U.S. Hwy. 8, Amery Sun. Schl. 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m.

CROSSWALK COMMUNITY CHURCH

Pastor Greg Lund, 715-327-8767 700 Churchwood Lane; 505 Old CTH W, Frederic Sun. Schl. - 9 a.m.; Morn. Worship - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services Sat. Worship - 6 p.m., Luck Senior Center

HOPE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH

Pastor Dave Williams 933 248th St., Osceola Morning Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School Sept.-May 8:45 a.m.

Children’s Church & Nursery provided

TRADE RIVER EVAN. FREE

Pastor Dale VanDeusen, 715-488-2296 or 715-488-2653 20296 Hwy. 87, Grantsburg Morning Wor. 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 10:45 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services BAPTIST

BAPTIST

EAST BALSAM BAPTIST - BALSAM LK. Pastor Gabe Brennan, 715-857-5411

Wor. Service - 9 a.m.; Sun. School-10:15 a.m.

EUREKA BAPTIST

2393 210th Ave., St. Croix Falls Pastor Willis Christenson, 715-483-9464 Sun. School - 10 a.m.; Wor. Service - 11 a.m.

FAITH FELLOWSHIP

Hwy. 35 and CTH N., Luck Bill McEachern Pastor, 715-485-3973 Sun. Bible study - 9 a.m.; Sun. Wor. - 10 a.m.

FIRST BAPTIST - AMERY

131 Broadway St., 715-268-2223; www.fbcamery.org; E-mail: churchoffice@fbcamery.org Reg. office hours: Tues.-Thurs. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Pastor Charlie Butt, Lead Pastor; Nick Buda, Associate Pastor Sunday Service: 9 a.m.; All ages Sunday School 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Nursery available

FIRST BAPTIST - FALUN

Pastor Steve Ward Sunday School - (all ages) - 9:30 a.m.

Church Serv. - 10:45 a.m.

FIRST BAPTIST - MILLTOWN

Pastor Marlon Mielke, 715-825-3186 Sunday Schl. 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m., 7 p.m.

FIRST BAPTIST - TAYLORS FALLS, MN

Located across from elemen. school on West St., Pastor, Dr. Kevin Schumann; 651-465-7171 Sun. Morn. - Sun. School for all ages - 9 a.m.

Morn. Worship - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided.

FIRST BAPTIST - WEBSTER Church Phone 715-866-4111 Pastor Tim Quinn Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Worship - 10:45 a.m (Nursery Provided)

GRACE CHURCH OF OSCEOLA “The Cure for the Common Church”

722 Seminole Ave., Osceola Pastor Dr. Kent Haralson; 715-294-4222 or 715-755-3454; info@gracechurchosceola.com Sun.: Praise & Worship Serv. 9 am., Adult Bible Study 10:45 a.m., Children’s Sun. School 10:45 a.m.

TRADE LAKE BAPTIST

CHURCH OF CHRIST

CHURCH OF CHRIST - WEBSTER

Minister Garret Derouin, 715-866-7157 Musky & Birch St., Avail. in office 9 a.m. - noon, Tues.-Fri.; Sun. Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m.

WESLEYAN

WESLEYAN

WOODLAND WESLEYAN

Dairyland - Rev. Andrea Wittwer 715-244-3649 Sunday School - 10 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

FULL GOSPEL

FULL GOSPEL

WOOD RIVER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

Pastor Dan Slaikeu 4 mi. SE of Grantsburg on Williams Rd. Worship 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

HOPE FELLOWSHIP OF SOMERSET

231 Bluff Drive, 715-247-2435 Services are Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

CHRISTIAN CENTER

CHRISTIAN CENTER

EL SALEM/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER

1751 100th Ave., Dresser Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.

Evening Services Sun. 6 p.m.; Wed. 7 p.m.

Call Pastor Darryl Olson at 715-755-3133 for information and directions

ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN

CHRISTIAN ORTHODOX

HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX

523 1st St., Clayton, 715-948-2493 Fr. Christopher Wojcik, Pastor Saturday Vespers - 5 p.m.; Sunday Liturgy - 9:30 a.m.

HOLY CROSS ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN Meeting at Zion Lutheran Church, 28005 Old Towne Rd., Chisago Lakes, MN, hcomm.org Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m.

NAZARENE

NAZARENE

CALVARY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

510 S. Vincent, St. Croix Falls Pastor Tom Reaume, 715-483-3696 Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:45 a.m. & Wed. 6:30 p.m.

FAITH COMMUNITY

7535 Peet St., Danbury, 715-656-4010 Adult Bible Service 9 a.m.; Services: Sun. 10 a.m.; Sunday School during church service.

NONDENOMINATIONAL

NONDENOMINATIONAL

CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN

28313 CTH H, A&H Pastor Tryg Wistad, 715-635-9222 Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY - AMERY

Interim Pastor Craig Jorgenson Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Children’s Church: K to 6th Grade

NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY

Meets at Dresser Elem. School, Dresser Pastor Tony Minell, 715-417-1982 Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

NEW WINE CHURCH - CENTURIA 309 5th Street, , 715-338-2751 Pastor Scott Petznick Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.

NORTHERN PINES FRIENDS WOR. GROUP

715-733-0481 or 715-733-0480 for time of meeting.

INTERDENOMINATIONAL

INTERDENOMINATIONAL

RIVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN

1289 160th St. (Hwy. 65), St. Croix Falls, 715-483-5378 Senior Pastors Paul and Sonja Hanson Sunday Adult Bible Class 9 a.m.

Worship and Children’s Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.

ST. PETER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH “Faith on Purpose” (Love God, Love People...period) faithonpurpose.org CTH F, Dresser, 715-483-2911 Pastor’s res./office Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

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Students of the Week GRANTSBURG

FREDERIC

Kourtney Schultz has been chosen Frederic Elementary School’s student of the week. She is a second-grade student. Kourtney’s favorite class is reading and her favorite sport is gymnastics. She is a caring and responsible classmate. She has two brothers and two pets. Kourtney wants to be a singer when she gets older.

Jennifer Hill has been chosen Frederic Middle School’s student of the week. She is in sixth grade and the daughter of Karen and Chuck Hill. Jennifer is involved in basketball. She enjoys drawing/art and reading. She loves to help others.

Her greatest influence in her life is her mother. She guides her in the right direction and teaches right from wrong. She would like to become an art teacher in the future.

Rachel Thomas has been chosen Frederic High School’s student of the week. She is a sophomore and the daughter of Scott and Elaine Thomas. Rachel is involved in volleyball, basketball, softball, student council and works for Naturally Northern in the summer. She enjoys watching sports, pets, hunting and the Packers. She works hard in math class and has a great sense of humor. Her greatest influence in her life is Lara Harlander.

Nicole Swift has been chosen Grantsburg Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in third grade and the daughter of Kim Hertwig and Doyle Swift.

Nicole is a very caring and kind student that is willing to help others. She is very friendly toward students and staff. She likes art and math the best. She loves to draw puppies. She enjoys snowmobiling. Nicole collects sticks from ice-cream bars and rocks.

LUCK

Shannon Lane has been chosen Luck Elementary School’s student of the week. She is in sixth grade and the daughter of Clarion and Shirley Lane. Shannon is an excellent student. She is extremely caring and helpful to her classmates. She is taking babysitting classes. Shannon is involved in karate, and in her spare time she enjoys reading and making hats. The greatest influence in her life is her family.

Amanda Lindus has been chosen Grantsburg High School’s student of the week. She is a senior and the daughter of Dan and Yvonne Lindus. Amanda is involved in band, marching band, pep band, honors band, handbells, jazz band, choir, swing choir and vocal jazz. She is encouraging, responsible, reliable and attentive to others needs. Amanda loves music and art. And recently found our that she enjoys quilting.

ST. CROIX FALLS

Olivia Nielsen has been chosen Luck Middle School’s student of the week. She is in seventh grade and the daughter of Joelle and Steve Neilsen. Olivia puts 100-percent effort into everything she does. She is very polite and a good example. She’s respectful, responsible and safe. She is involved in band, basketball, softball and track. She enjoys reading, playing tenor sax, biking, running and baby-sitting.

Hunter Wilson has been chosen Luck High School’s student of the week. He is a senior and the son of Kent and Tammy Wilson.

Hunter is involved in football, and in advanced art class and AP English. He does not give up and works through problems. He enjoys squirrel hunting, snowmobiling and weightlifting. In the future,he plans to move to Montana and find a summer job.

Kaleb Palmer has been chosen St. Croix Falls Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in first grade. Kaleb likes to play make-believe with his little brother and sister. He loves to play Legos with his dad and to play football with his mom. Kaleb enjoys math and reading. When he grows up he wants to be a police officer. Kaleb is a hard worker and is very kind to others.

Barkley Bernitt has been chosen St. Croix Falls Middle School’s student of the week. He is in seventh grade and the son of Shane and Brenda Bernitt.

Barkley enjoys snowmobiling, four-wheeling, riding bike and driving tractors. His favorite subject is social studies. He is pleasant and fun to have in class.

Jaelyn Barkla has been chosen St. Croix Falls High School’s student of the week. She is a freshman and the daughter of Heather Thompson and Paul Barkla. Jaelyn enjoys scrapbooking, figure skating, baby-sitting, volunteering and spending time with friends and family. She is in cheerleading, gymnastics, softball and SOS.

WEBSTER

SIREN

Landyn Randt has been chosen Siren Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in the pre-K program and the son of Stephanie and Matthew Randt. Landyn is always ready to learn new things.

He is a great person and appears happy. He is great at using words to solve problems and is a great friend to his classmates. Landyn is very polite and helpful to people around him.

Trey Carrell has been chosen Grantsburg Middle School’s student of the week. He is in sixth grade and the son of Tia Howell.

Trey shows a good work ethic and enthusiasm for school. His favorite class is communication.

He is active in band.

Haley Peterson has been chosen Siren Middle School’s student of the week. She is in seventh grade and the daughter of Kris and Jennifer Peterson. Haley has a positive attitude and achievements in band.

She is always willing to take on new challenges in class and did a great job performing in the homecoming parade and halftime show. She is always friendly and smiling. She enjoys reading, hanging out with friends and listening to music. She admires her brother Adam.

Jesus Garcia has been chosen Siren High School’s student of the week. He is a senior and the son of Leonicia Lozano. Jesus is a hardworking student who never quits until the task at hand is done. He works many hours at his job and he takes great pride in helping his family. He is involved in football and has played soccer in past years.

Julisa Bearhart has been chosen Webster Elementary School’s student of the week.

She is in second grade. Julisa is a very good leader and kind friend. She works very hard at school, always tries her best and has great compassion for others.

Her favorite subject is math.

When she grows up she would like to be a singer. If she could do anything in the world, she would make sure everyone is kind to one another.

Grant Preston has been chosen Webster Middle School’s student of the week. He is in eighth grade and the son of Melissa Preston.

Grant is a good student and a leader among his peers. He cares about his grades and the people around him. He is a very polite person. He is involved in church youth group, basketball, football and track. He enjoys hunting, four-wheeling and spending time with family.

William Cooper has been chosen Webster High School’s student of the week. He is a freshman and the son of William and Laurie Cooper. Billy is a great student, a deep thinker and an all-around nice person. He works extra hard and has a great sense of humor.

He shows leadership in his class and is a great role model. He is involved in football, basketball and track. He enjoys hunting and fishing.

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Joseph Colton has been chosen Unity Elementary School’s student of the week. He is in fourth grade and the son of Jessica and Joe Colton. Joseph is a hard worker who comes to school ready to learn. He has a kind heart and is quick to help other students. He sets a good example and is well liked by his teachers and peers.

Logan Jensen has been chosen Unity Middle School’s student of the week. He is in seventh grade and the son of Janice Williamson and Jim Jensen. Logan has an awesome attitude and work ethic.

He is a great role model and has a good sense of humor. He is respectful and willing to share his thoughts.

Kori Einberger has been chosen Unity High School’s student of the week. She is a freshman and the daughter of Lisa Einberger and James Einberger. Kori is involved in choir. She enjoys hanging out with friends and being outside. After high school, Kori plans to further her education to learn to help kids. She resides in Balsam Lake.

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Coming events

Photo by Prriscilla Bauer

NOVEMBER

Happenings in the Upper St. Croix Valley communities p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church, 715-755-2515.

THURSDAY/17

St. Croix Falls

Siren

• River Valley Rush is the November recipient of the RiverBuck program donations at Central Bank. Stop by Central Bank for refreshments.

• Ruby’s Pantry at 24534 Hwy. 35/70. Open 1:30 p.m. Distribution 2 p.m., $15 donation.

THURSDAY/10

• Diabetes support group at the medical center, 6-8 p.m., 715-483-0431.

• Polk-Burnett Retired Educators meet at Calvary Covenant Church. Register at 11:30 a.m. for noon meal.

RSVP 715-689-2502.

• Art Burnett County meets at the Larsen Family Library, 5 to 7 p.m., 715-349-8399 or visit ABC on Facebook.

St. Croix Falls

Alpha

Webster

Luck

FRIDAY/18

FRI.-SAT./11 & 12

• Northland Ambulance chili fundraiser at the Great Northern Outdoors.

• Lions Bingo at Luck Lions Hall, 5:30-8 p.m.

Frederic

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Taylors Falls, Minn.

• “Opportunity Knocking” at the high school, 7:30 p.m.

• Lions Club Bingo at the community center, 6 p.m.

FRI.-SUN./11-13

SATURDAY/19

Grantsburg

Amery

• "The Perils of Lulu" at the high school, 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday.

• Fall bazaar and bake sale at Centennial Hall, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Siren

• “Annie” at the high school. Fri. & Sat. 7 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., 715-349-2278.

FRIDAY/11 Amery

• Fall salon “Out of the Blue” at artZ Gallery, 5-8 p.m., www.earthartswi.org.

Balsam Lake

• Poco Penners will meet at the library, 2 p.m., 715-4839738.

Frederic

• Northwest Regional Writers meeting at Sunrise Apts., 1 p.m.

Milltown

• Fireworks at Unity VFW.

St. Croix Falls

• Fish fry at American Legion Post 143, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Webster

• Legion’s Veterans Day Dinner for veterans at the community center. 5:30 p.m. social, 6:30 p.m. dinner.

SAT.-SUN./12-13 Frederic

• Frederic Art Center's holiday sale, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

SATURDAY/12 Amery

• Ruby’s Pantry at Congregational Church. Doors open 7:30 a.m. Dist. 8:30 a.m., $15 donation, 715-268-7390.

• Holiday bazaar at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 9 a.m.2 p.m.

Bone Lake

• Harvest stew, craft & bake sale at Zion Lutheran Church, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Clam Falls

• Music ministry team presents an evening of worship & personal sharing at Clam Falls Lutheran Church, 7 p.m.

Cozy Corner

• Holiday bazaar & bake sale at Northland Community Center, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., fclauson@centurytel.net, 715-2443565.

It looks a bit like “The March of the Cranes” as a group of migrating sandhill cranes lines up across a field in search of food. – Photo by Carl Heidel

Bone Lake

• Women’s Expo at Wilkin’s Bar & Resort, 715-857-8555.

• Deer Hunters Widows craft/bake sale & raffle at Bone Lake Lutheran Church, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 715-472-2535.

Danbury

Cushing

MON.-MON./14-21

• Fire department’s hunters supper at the town hall, 4 p.m.-?.

Danbury

• Operation Christmas Child donation drop-offs at Siren Covenant Church. Mon., Thurs. & Sat., 10 a.m.2 p.m.; Tues., Wed. & Fri. 5-7 p.m.; Sun. 9 a.m.-noon; & Mon. 9 a.m.-noon, 715-349-8754.

• Holiday bazaar, lunch and estate sale, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Bethesda Lutheran Church.

• Fire department’s venison feed at the community center, starts at 4 p.m. Bingo, raffles. 715-648-5328.

• Craft and bake sale at the United Methodist Church, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Danbury/Siren/Webster

• Scouting for Food, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. 715-349-7671.

Luck

• Antique expert Mark Moran will be appraising items at the library, 2-4:30 p.m., 715-472-2770.

• Polk-Burnett Farmers Union meeting at Oakwood Inn, 11 a.m.

Osceola

• Lutefisk dinner at West Immanuel Lutheran Church, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

St. Croix Falls

• Hingepoint meeting for men battling sexual addictions, at River Valley Christian Church, 9 a.m.-noon, 715483-5378.

• Veterans Day dinner at American Legion Post 143, noon-6 p.m.

Webster

• Yellow Lake Veterans Day Parade, noon. Line up by Gandy Dancer Saloon.

Siren

MONDAY/14 Balsam Lake

• Polk County Sportsmen's Club meeting instead of Nov. 21, at the American Legion, 7 p.m., 715-268-8267.

Grantsburg

• Get to Know Your Library Night at the library, 6-8 p.m.

Siren

• After 5 Women's Club dinner meeting at Siren Assembly Church, 6:30 p.m. 715-866-0081.

TUESDAY/15 Amery

• Sjoland Lodge 5-635, Sons of Norway, will meet at 7 p.m. at First Lutheran Church in Amery.

Clam Falls

• Coffee hour at Clam Fall Lutheran Church, 9 a.m.

Frederic

Wolf Creek

• HCE Club member Sharon Jensen to speak at Frederic Senior Center, 7 p.m.

SUNDAY/13

• Grantsburg Area Christian Women’s Club meets at the senior center, 9-10:30 a.m., 715-463-3414.

• Harvest dinner at Milltown Lutheran Church, 11 a.m.1 p.m.

• The Compassionate Friends Chapter of the Northwoods meet at Milltown Lutheran Church, 7 p.m., 715663-1152, www.compassionatefriends.org.

• Ladies Day Out at Wolf Creek Bar, 1-4 p.m., 715-4839255.

Milltown Siren

• Head injury support group at Siren Covenant Church, 1-2:30 p.m., 715-349-8985.

Grantsburg Milltown

WEDNESDAY/16 Dresser

• Grief in the Holidays session will be presented at 6:30

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Frederic

• Holiday bazaar, 8 a.m. - noon. at St. Dominic Catholic Church.

Siren

• Ham dinner at the Moose Lodge, 4-8 p.m.

ONGOING Every Day

AA &/or AlAnon, Polk & Burnett counties, 715-931-8262 for time/location. Amery, 715-268-8431.

Divorce care support group at Apple River Community Church, 715-268-8360, 715-268-2176.

Every Monday

Indianhead Barbershop Chorus meets at the Balsam Lake Government Center, 7:30 p.m., 715-483-9202.

Baby and Me class - Amery Medical Center, 1-2 p.m.

Grief Share support group at Centennial Hall, Amery, 715-268-2176 or 715-268-8360.

Moms In Touch International, First Baptist, Amery, 2 - 3 p.m., 715-268-5408, www.momsintouch.com

Every Tuesday

Bingo - Burnett County Moose Lodge, Siren, 6 p.m.

Survivors of domestic violence & sexual assault support group, Polk Co., 800-261-7233, 6-7:30 p.m.

Anger management group at Amery Regional Medical Center, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 715-268-4094.

Every Thursday

Breastfeeding support group at the St. Croix Regional Medical Center, 2-3:30 p.m., 715-483-0431.

Narcotics Anonymous meets at the Serenity House (old jail), Balsam Lake, 7 p.m., 612-205-2321.

Every Saturday

AA meets at the West Denmark Lutheran Church, rural Luck, 9 - 10 a.m.

Concert fundraiser huge success for Unity Friends of Music BALSAM LAKE - The newly sanctioned Unity Friends of Music parent group, formed in the fall of 2010 by parents of Unity music program students, is grateful to everyone who attended and supported this Branson Show Awards winning concert by Keith Allynn.

Unity’s auditorium was filled with Neil Diamond groupies on Sunday, Oct. 23, singing along to favorites like “Sweet Caroline,” “Play Me,” “Coming to America,” and many more hits as Allynn provided a 75-minute nonstop show that told the story of Neil Diamond’s life through his songs.

This fundraiser event will help support UFoM’s primary goal to be a support as well as a revenue source to help provide Unity music students with the opportunities to improve, promote and expand their interests and expertise in music through trips, for instance, their recent trip to New York this past June; clinics, uniforms, instruments, plays or anything related to music development.

Unity has a stellar music program led

by Adam Bever, high school band director, Dana Paulsen, high school/middle school choir director, Aleta Anderson,

Unity Friends of Music officers and concert organizers (L to R) Linda Heimstead, Dawn Ward, Deborah Raboin and Jean Wallis, shown with Keith Allynn in the center. Missing from photo: Holly Lenk. - Special photos middle school band director, and Shanin Henningsgard, elementary school music director. Unity is proud to boast that almost two-thirds Keith Allynn, a Neil Diamond tribute artist, performed on of their high school populaSunday, Oct. 23, at Unity School to raise funds for the Unity tion is involved in the music Friends of Music group. programs.

If anyone is interested in helping support music development in the Unity School District, either by volunteering or private contribution, please contact Linda Heimstead, 715-825-2001 or Holly Lenk, 715-268-9527 or visit Unity’s Web page at: unity.k12.wi.us. - submitted