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A brave volunteer from the crowd stood as the target as the contestants pretended to throw their axes during the Timber Works Lumberjack Show held Saturday, Aug. 4, as part of Danbury’s centennial celebration. More photos in Currents section. - Photo by Abby Ingalls

Placing history Siren company seats historic statue; plans firefighter memorial SIREN/ST. PAUL - A Burnett County construction company played a key role in the last Saturday, Aug. 4, dedication of a 7foot bronze statue of statesman Hubert H. Humphrey, the ceremony drawing more than 1,000 spectators and dignitaries such as former President Bill Clinton and former Vice President Walter Mondale.

Gary Pavlicek (R) and EDR Limited crew members Tom Meisinger (L) and Joe Pavlicek (background) are shown with covered statue of Hubert H. Humphrey following its placement on the grounds of the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul. Surrounded by a garden, it stands near panels of Minnesota and South Dakota granite that are engraved with Humphrey's biography and quotes, including part of his landmark 1948 speech to the Democratic National Convention: "The time has arrived for the Democratic Party to get out of the shadow of state's rights and walk forthrightly into the bright sunshine of human rights." - Special photo

EDR Limited of Siren, owned by Gary Pavlicek, won a contract for the moving of the statue to the grounds of the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul. Although the crosstown transport from the Minnesota History Center may sound simple, it required careful preparation, including engineering and fabrication of special anchors - along with a “handle with care” mentality.

“We couldn’t allow any damage (to the statue) at all to occur during the transport,” Pavlicek said, noting that the move and placement of the statue occurred a few days

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President Obama has come under scrutiny for keeping past records sealed. He should: 1. Release his college transcripts and financial aid records 2. Release his law records 3. Release all “hidden” records 4. It’s none of our business 5. I don’t care!

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Syria: Present and future? An evening with Jafra Saif Aug. 13 at Luck

National Night Out promotes police and community partnership

LUCK - Jafra Saif will be speaking on current conditions in her home country of Syria at the West Denmark Hall on Monday, Aug. 13, at 7 p.m. Saif’s home city of Aleppo is the current hotpoint in the Syrian uprising. Saif will explain the events that have brought the country to near civil war as well as sharing Jafra Saif. - Photo by Mackenzie Koelz her hopes for the future.

There will be time for questions. Saif is currently living at the Anathoth Community Farm as a farm intern. She is in daily contact with family and friends. The public is invited for this timely and important evening. West Denmark Hall is located west of Luck off CTH N and 170th. Refreshments will be served. For more information call 715-472-8721. - submitted

Tuesday night, Aug. 7, was National Night Out, an event to promote police and community partnership and to prevent crime. The event nationally is in its 29th year.

Kristy Bentley, of the St. Croix Tribal Police Department, and Terry Nesvold, of the Burnett County Sheriff’s Department, cook up the brats and hot dogs for the community during the National Night Out held at Siren’s Crooked Lake Park in Siren Tuesday, Aug. 7. See the Web site (the-leader.net) and next week’s issue for more photos from the event.

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Run, Lucy, Run to perform at street dance WEBSTER – The Saturday, Aug. 11, menu of entertainment during the annual Gandy Dancer Days, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 10-11 starts at 11 a.m. with the group Tangled Web at Fresh Start Coffee Roasters.

From noon – 4 p.m. outdoors, country band The Good Timers and a rock band Air Raid on Society will perform courtesy of the Webster Chamber of Commerce. For the finale at 9 p.m., there’s a street dance with the band Run, Lucy, Run. “From sports to the arts to food and entertainment, our goal is to provide an event that families and people of all ages can enjoy,” said organizer Deb Benson. A complete listing of events, times and locations is posted at the Chamber Web site websterwisconsin.com. PHOTO: Ryan Nesvold and Scott Herem will perform with Run, Lucy, Run Saturday night. Information and photo submitted

Nonpolitical mudslinging SPOONER - From the Leader’s sister paper, the Washburn County Register in Shell Lake, comes news of nonpolitical mudslinging. Kayla Vic seemed to be having a good time in the mud pit as part of The Savage Dash, a new event in the 20th-annual Jack Pine Savage Days held Aug. 3-5. She is 2010 Spooner graduate and a junior at the University of Minnesota majoring in speech pathology. - Photo by Larry Samson

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St. Croix Falls woman critically injured POLK COUNTY - A rural Luck man lost his life and a rural St. Croix Falls woman was critically injured early Friday morning, Aug. 3, when their vehicles collided in an intersection in the Town of Hawkins Laketown.

Dead at the scene was Jonathan M. Hawkins, 33.

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Failing to register charge filed MADISON – A 46-year-old Clayton man has been charged with failing to register and update his registration as required by the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act. Jerry J. Kirk relocated from Minnesota to Wisconsin and failed to notify authorities. The indictment alleges that he failed to register as required between Sept. 12, 2011, and Jan. 23, 2012.

If convicted, Kirk faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in federal prison. The charge against him is the result of an investigation by the U.S. Marshals Service. The prosecution of this case has been assigned to Assistant U.S. Attorney Paul W. Connell.

A federal grand jury in the Western District of Wisconsin, sitting in Madison, returned the indictment.

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Drowning on Big Blake Lake POLK COUNTY - Details are still pending in the death of a 21-year-old Twin Cities woman on Big Blake Lake Sunday, Aug. 5, after apparently suffering a seizure while riding a personal watercraft.

According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Department, the woman was found unresponsive in the water by family members, after her PWC was found without her that afternoon, at around 2 p.m. She apparently has a history of health issues.

Milltown Fire and Northland Ambulance service responded on the scene to the lake, where they performed CPR to revive her. She was transported by ambulance to Amery Regional Medical Center and was later transported to Regions Medical Center in St. Paul, where she died that evening from complications of the event.

The PCSD is reviewing the case, and noted that in the 911 call, it was noted as a seizure on the water. The woman was wearing a personal flotation device, and according to Capt. Steve Smith of the PCSD, the death will be listed as a freshwater drowning, and as such, would be the first of the year in Polk County.

However, investigation into the cause of death is being handled by the Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s office, since that is where she passed away.

The victim’s name has not been released, as they await notification of family members. The Leader Web site (the-leader.net) will update this story as more information becomes available. - Greg Marsten

Pie at the Soo Line Depot Aug. 18 FREDERIC – The Frederic Area Historical Society will be serving pie and refreshments at the 1901 Frederic Soo Line Depot from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 18. The pie social is an annual fundraiser to help with the operation of the Frederic Area Museum.

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Nightclub to church proposal moves ahead Dresser Board approves zoning change, but may address lost tax issue

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer DRESSER – The Dresser Village Board approved recommendations by the Dresser Plan Commission to add churches to the list of acceptable conditional uses for a B-2 Highway Commercial District zoning, in the proposed sale of the former Boulevard nightclub and restaurant building at 201 Hwy. 35 to the New Life Christian Church.

The zoning issue went before the Dresser Plan Commission on July 31 where it drew a large crowd and was approved for recommendation.

The zoning issue then went before the Dresser Village Board at their regular monthly meeting, held on Monday, Aug. 6, where it was approved, as were the plan commission recommendations, meaning the issues now go to a pubic hearing next month.

The New Life Church currently holds services at the Dresser Elementary School, and representatives have suggested that they have outgrown the location and would rather not have the time limitations currently in place. They have a purchase agreement in place with the Boulevard nightclub property owner, Mike Murphy, which includes approximately six acres of property, in total.

At the meeting on Monday, Aug. 6, the Dresser Village Board tentatively approved changing the zoning to allow churches as a conditional use in B-2 Highway Commercial zoning, with public hearings to come next month. – Photos by Greg Marsten The village board discussed several issues about the zoning change, including the lost municipal revenue of the property, which totals approximately $12,000 in combined annual taxes to the village, county and state, with about $5,500 of that going directly to the village. If the sale was to be approved, the village would be losing that money, due to the tax-exempt status of the church, which led to several issues, including discussion that while they are currently a viable and active church, the possibility that the church might dissolve left village attorney Tim Laux to recommend they make the tax-exempt status of the owner an applicable condition.

“The issue on taxes? At some point in time, what if that taxexempt status was lost?” Laux

asked. “It has nothing to do with ministry.”

Village President Rick Flandrena also noted the issue of lost taxes should at least be ad-

dressed and suggested they at least discuss a so-called “payment in lieu of taxes,” as a way for the village taxpayers to recoup the inherent costs of fire, road, utility and police protection, and said it was his duty to at least discuss the possibility.

“It’s something to keep in consideration,” Flandrena said, noting that the plan commission did discuss it, as well.

Laux said it was not uncommon for a municipality to make such PILOTs part of a conditional use, but added the caveat that they village does not currently address the issue, and has no precedent. He suggested they address it the future hearing.

“Let all the details out, so the board can make their decisions accordingly,” Flandrena said.

In essence, the board approved two matters that will be

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The former Boulevard nightclub has sat vacant for some time, but the building may have a new tenant in the New Life Christian Community, which is attempting to purchase the building. It may come to fruition after action on Monday, Aug. 6, by the Dresser Village Board.

2014 may be tough for Polk County Audit confirms good reserve

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – There is still a large unknown, but a balanced 2013 Polk County budget should be ready for presentation in early September, county Administrator Dana Frey told the finance committee Monday, Aug. 6. Despite challenges, there may be only one cut to services, the county’s central library support system, and the county will maintain a good unassigned fund balance. However, Frey warned the committee that the 2014 and 2015 budgets may not be as good.

Earlier in the same meeting, auditor Steve Tracey presented the 2011 audit report and also highlighted the fund balance.

Frey said that he has received most department budget requests for 2013 and is on track to meet his September completion deadline. The state has still not submitted data on one item with a $100,000 variable. The required contribution to the state retirement fund may increase.

But Frey said he is using prior years actual spending to prepare the 2013 budget, adjusting for decisions in the past that put off issues that are now coming up. Even though there is almost no new construction and the levy is capped, he said 2013 should see little change.

“The 2014 budget will not be good,” Frey said. “Nor will the 2015.”

Frey said county revenue will not increase enough to cover increases in expenses. A large item is the annual increase in debt expense in each of the coming

years, the result of past borrowing decisions. Frey said debt expense will not decrease until the 2017 budget. He said the county will possibly need to use the fund balance for these future problems. Frey said that 2013 could be the last year without service changes, noting the library is being cut. He said there will need to be changes in service in the future.

“If we get to 2017, we will be in good shape,” Frey concluded

Audit results The county’s unassigned fund balance (reserve fund) on Dec. 31 was $7.2 million, up $619,000 from 2010 and almost triple the 2009 balance of $2.9 million. At 31.2 percent of general fund expenditures, the balance is well above the county’s policy goal of 20 percent. Tracey said the fund is in strong shape.

Tracey said that the amount of delinquent taxes, $4.5 million, is down for the second year in a row from a high of $4.9 million in 2009. He said expenditures were down, noting health insurance costs. In response to that, Frey said “We got lucky.”

The audit went very well, Tracey said, with good cooperation from the department staff.

He mentioned specifically Pat Kirkwood at human services and Kathy Bohn at highway, two of the more complex departments, and said the county has good, quality people.

Steve Tracey has been involved with the Polk County audit for years, starting when the audit firm was Tracey & Thole, based in Hudson. After several mergers, the firm is now called CliftonLarsonAllen.

Minor fire at Trap Rock facility D-O-G Fire called in, but little damage

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer DRESSER – An early-morning fire on Friday, Aug. 3, at the Dresser Trap Rock facility outside of Dresser apparently had its origins in a failed electrical transformer, according to staff on the scene.

The call went out at around 7 a.m., after an electrical box seemed to have overheated at about 6:50 a.m., causing sparks and a small fire.

“It shut some equipment off, and led to a momentary power interruption, but otherwise it was pretty minor,” stated Rick Demulling, Trap Rock’s vice president of operations. “It’s

Firefighters from the Dresser-Osceola-Garfield Fire Department were on scene to snuff out any remaining flames from an apparent electrical fire on Friday, Aug. 3, at the Dresser Trap Rock plant. – Photo by Greg Marsten policy to call it in (to 911) either way.”

He said Trap Rock workers

were able to control or extinguish most of the blaze, using fire extinguishers on the scene.

Regardless, members of the Dresser-Osceola-Garfield Fire Department were on the scene for well over an hour, and did use water to snuff out any remaining blaze, but Demulling insisted the fire was nearly out by the time the D-O-G crews arrived on scene.

“It was rather small and occurred in about a 20’-by-20’ concrete room. Nothing got outside,” he said.

No damage estimates were available, and Demulling said there was little if any interruption on deliveries, operations or loading.

The early cause appeared to be an electrical box that either shorted out or overheated.

There were no injuries.

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Memorials/from page 1 before Saturday afternoon’s ceremony.

The statue of Humphrey, a former Minneapolis mayor, U.S. senator from Minnesota and vice president under President Lyndon Johnson, is called “The Happy Warrior,” in honor of Humphrey’s passion for politics and often fiery speeches. Sculpted in Chicago by Jeffrey Varilla and Anna Koh, it shows Humphrey speaking, a skill not overlooked by his fellow representives. Republican Sen. Barry Goldwater once said, “Hubert has been clocked at 275 words a minute with gusts up to 340.”

Humphrey was hailed Saturday for being one of the first members of the Democratic Party to offer a rallying cry to support human rights in a speech at the 1948 Democratic National Convention in Minneapolis.

Older Wisconsin residents may remember him best for his political stumping as a presidential candidate in the 1960 Wisconsin primary. From neighboring Minnesota, he was considered by many locals to be “Wisconsin’s third senator,” but he ended up losing to John F. Kennedy, who used the victory as a launching pad to the White House.

"All my life, I loved and admired Hubert Humphrey," Former President Clinton said at Satuday’s ceremony, delivering the longest speech of the dignitaries on the program. "He believed that the lifetime work of every American was to do what was possible and at hand – to form a more perfect union."

Clinton, along with Walter Mondale, Humphrey’s son, Hubert “Skip” Humphrey (former Minnesota attorney general) and other dignitaries, unveiled the statue following the speeches.

Pavlicek attended the ceremony and said it was a beautiful day for the event.

“Mr. Humphrey was an icon and is memorialized in this statue for many generations to see,” he noted. “In these troubled times, it’s good to know we have had men in history who were beyond party and worked across the aisle for the good of all citizens. It was an honor to be part of

Former President Bill Clinton and other dignitaries unveiled a statue of Hubert Humphrey Saturday, Aug. 4, on the state Capitol lawn. - Photo by Rupa Shenoy, Minnesota Public Radio MPR Photo/Rupa Shenoy)

An artist’s rendering of part of the memorial for fallen Minnesota firefighters, a project that Siren-based EDR Limited is currently involved in helping to create and install on the Minnesota State Capitol grounds. - Special photo

installing this statue and hearing the unselfish tributes by all the speakers.”

Pavlicek will be returning to the site of the State Capitol soon to oversee his company’s work on a memorial to fallen Minnesota firefighters. EDR is working with the Minnesota Fallen Firefighters Memorial Association and the architectural firm of Leo A. Daly on the project, which will offer a dramatic rendering of a firefighter carrying a

child up a ladder. Names of fallen firefighters will be inscribed on metal plates. The project is slated to be dedicated in late September.

“It’s these kinds of projects that make my job more interesting,” Pavlicek said. - Gary King, with information from Minnesota Public Radio and Minneapolis Star-Tribune

• The board approved having Xcel Energy install a new streetlight on Main Street, replacing a failed unit in front of the village municipal building. The light base is beyond repair, and Xcel would install an entirely new unit. Trustee Greg Andrie noted that it will cost $575 to have Xcel do the light and maintain it, and while it will have a higher electrical rate and hence cost more, it will no longer be the village’s responsibility. They could change that in the future if they want to do a Main Street upgrade.

Another failed streetlight near the former Soderberg Hardware store will be repaired by electricians at village cost, as Andrie believed it was just a broken underground power supply.

• The board entertained a presentation by Officer Ryan Haass regarding a mobile or converted flashing radar/speed sign, which he estimated would cost approximately $10,000. The board took no action, but may address the issue during future budget discussion.

• The board approved establishing applied equipment usage rates for either municipal loaning or renting for uses, per Wisconsin Department of Transportation rate standards.

“It’s a good thing to have on the books,” Flandrena said.

• There was some discussion on library issues, as it was noted that they bought three new computers, at a cost of about $3,000, and possibly seeing if the old units can be utilized by the village somewhere.

There was also discussion on the effect of the pending closure of the Polk County Library, which will jeopardize the Books By Mail program for shut-ins. The library is considering handling that program for village residents, instead, and is seeking information from the county to make it happen.

• There was discussion and a decision on photos to be used on the village Web page, to replace outdated photos.

Nightclub/from page 3 discussed at a public hearing on Wednesday, Sept. 5, including the recommendation from the Dresser Plan Commission to amend the village municipal code to included churches as an acceptable use and structure under the village B-2 Highway Commercial.

The other issue the board sent to hearing is the plan commission suggestion of approving the conditional use permit for the New Life Christian Community, with negotiated appropriate conditions. However, granting of the permit is contingent upon the other issue’s approval.

Flandrena noted that the Sept. 5 public hearing will begin at 6 p.m., with the regular monthly board meeting to follow.

In other board business: • The board approved allowing Flandrena and Trustee Jim Thanig to work with public works officials to address cleanup and mowing at the Silver Ridge Dedicated Park area.

Balsam Lake hires new law firm

by Mary Stirrat Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE — The Balsam Lake Village Board Monday evening, Aug. 6, voted to hire Bakke Norman as its legal services provider. Adam Jarchow is the attorney who will be working with the village.

Last month, as the board considered a proposal for legal services, a one-month trial period was approved.

This month, with Trustees Geno D’Agostino and Jeff Reed absent, the board voted to hire the firm as its legal counsel.

Bakke Norman will initially provide services on an hourly basis, to be reviewed during the development of the 2013 budget.

Parking rent Parking at the public landing/beach in Balsam Lake is

limited, and for years the village has rented parking space across from the landing from the Anderson family.

About 20 years ago, according to a letter from the children of Jean and Jim Anderson, the village was charged $50 a year for use of the area, which can accommodate 12 to 15 vehicles and trailers.

The Andersons four children now own the land and were asking the village for $400 per year for rent of the property. The board voted to draw up a contract for five years, at $400 per year.

Other business • The board approved a temporary beer license for the fire department’s Sept. 1 demo derby.

• An amendment to the zoning ordinance regulating materials, design, maintenance and other criteria allowed for businesses in the village center commercial district

was referred back to the plan commission, to be further discussed jointly with the village board.

• An agreement allowing the rental of the village’s man lift was approved, including the condition that it be rented only to businesses within the village limits and that those businesses have a safety program in place.

• An application from Family Dollar for a license to sell cigarette and tobacco products was approved.

• At the recommendation of the water/sewer committee, the village purchasing policy was amended to allow emergency repair or purchase in an amount of up to $5,000 with approval by the village president. If the president is absent, the committee chair can approve the purchase or repair.

Local travel agent attends symposium Stacy Wondra, travel manager of Sun Travel in Webster, was selected to join other elite travel consultants at ExecConnect in Los Cabos, Mexico.

ExecConnect is an elite agent symposium that focuses on connecting travel industry professionals and suppliers in educational and dynamic workshops. Shown (L to R): John Grant, associate publisher of Northstar Travel Media, Wondra and Bruce Shulman, associate publisher of TravelAge West. - Photo by Bob Raaum

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Festival’s featured artists - Brian McCarty and Andrew Benson ST. CROIX FALLS – Festival Theatre featured artists for the week are actors Brian McCarty and Andrew

Benson.

Both are originally from Iowa and are working at Festival Theatre for the first time. They’ve performed this summer in “Man of La Mancha” and “HONK!” They are part of Festival’s fall productions as well.

McCarty grew up in Cedar Falls, Iowa.

He started singing in a barbershop quartet for the Bill Riley talent contest in fifth grade. That same quartet sang together throughout McCarty’s high school years, won multiple talent shows, and performed at a variety of venues including a featured performance at Disney World.

The quartet also sang “The Star-Spangled Banner” for a Florida Marlins game.

While in high school, McCarty was selected to sing for multiple honor choirs including two years of OPUS honor choir, two years of All-State Honor Choir, and the Iowa Honor Choir.

After high school, Brain followed his passion for music and studied vocal music performance and theater performance at the University of Northern Iowa.

It is no surprise, given his vocal talent and love of music, that it is the music that he was drawn to in “Man of La Mancha.”

“The show has such beautiful music,” said McCarty. “I couldn’t wait to be a part of that show.” In his role as the padre, he sings some of the production’s most reverent numbers, and, says Executive Director Danette Olsen, “the purity of his voice brings tears to my eyes every time I hear the songs.”

A very active actor in community theater, in just the past year alone McCarty played Chad in “All Shook Up,“ Rooster in “Annie,” Derek in “Smoke and Mirrors,“ and Harry Baldwin in “Panache,” all at the Waterloo Community Playhouse. He also performed in the seasonopening preview show for the Gallagher Bludorn Performing Arts Center. McCarty’s favorite role from his lifetime full of performing was that of Fred Graham in “Kiss Me Kate.” “The role fit very well with my classical vocal training,” said McCarty. “Plus, we played to a sold-out

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audience every night, and a big house is always a lot of fun,” he added.

When asked what excited him about working at Festival Theatre, McCarty remarked, “To gain the first credit of my professional acting career.” Jaclyn Johnson, associate artistic director at Festival Theatre, said of his talent, “It is hard to believe that he is just starting his professional resume. He is a very strong singer, an honest and open actor, a wonderful teammate and a delight to watch onstage.” Olsen, added, “When we find a perfect match for Festival, we just feel lucky. Brian is a huge asset to the company and he is a joy to watch in performance.”

Although McCarty’s first love is music, he feels a true calling in the theater.

“There is nothing better than standing on the stage as the light operator does the preshow check. When the lights fire up for the first time of the day they produce a very distinct smell that I can’t resist,” he said. “It sends a certain electricity through my body and helps me get focused for the night’s performance.”

When not acting, singing, or auditioning for the next gig, McCarty is at home in Waterloo, Iowa, with his wife and dog.

Commenting on his wife, McCarty noted, “I am married to a wonderful woman who lets me stay away from home for months at a time to pursue my acting dream. I could not do any of this without her support and approval.” An out-

doorsy type, he enjoys camping and fishing. When not performing in a theater, he can be found singing at the local bars with a variety of folk or rock bands, which he has been doing for over 14 years now.

Another actor who hails from Iowa is Andrew Bradford Benson. Benson grew up in Davenport, Iowa, along the Mississippi River. His earliest performances were church and elementary school plays. Each year he enjoyed donning various costumes and roles and acting his heart out. His first line was in a Christmas pageant. He played one of the three wise men and said rather confidently, “We followed the star.” Benson added, “My brothers still make fun of how I said it.”

Following his calling through high school and then into college, Benson earned a Bachelor of Arts in theater and a minor in management from St. Ambrose University. While at St. Ambrose, he was named Best Theatre Major of 2011.

Benson spent the past year living in New York City and learning the ropes of the theater world there. In addition to auditioning like crazy and enjoying the life in the Big Apple, he worked for a Broadway sound design company. He also regularly performed a solo cabaret in the city. After a year of the fast-paced New York City life, Benson was ready to return to his Midwest roots. When asked about his first time working at Festival

Theatre, Benson expressed, “I was eager to dive headfirst into such a variety of work. It is really nice to use all of the skills I learned while at college again.

Performing really gets into a person’s blood and I am so excited to be back onstage!”

Some of Benson’s favorite roles from the past have been Man in Chair in “The Drowsy Chaperone,” Eric Harris in “Columbinus,” Lord Darlington in “Lady Windermere’s Fan,” Snail in “A Year with Frog and Toad,” and Oedipus in “Oedipus Rex.” Benson is not only busy onstage this summer at Festival, he also has a number of offstage talents. In “HONK!” Benson plays the sinister Cat, but he also choreographed and costume designed the show. In the upcoming Youth & Family Series production of “The Trial of Tom Sawyer,” Benson will perform as Mark Twain and serve as a teaching artist to youth actors. “Having someone as ambitious and hardworking as Andrew around is wonderful,” said Johnson. “He is positive, pleasant, fun and encouraging! He is a great company member and a great talent to have on our team.” Olsen also commented, “We are happy to be able to allow an opportunity for someone as multitalented as Andrew to continue to work on all his skill sets. It is a great chance for us to condense our company, but also allow for a young and talented artist to strengthen and grow.”

With all the skills he uses in the theater, it is rare that Benson has any free time.

When not at the theater, he enjoys jogging, a lot of reading, researching astronomy, watching any documentary on Egypt via Netflix, and attempting to draw. He is also a certified nursing assistant and loves working in that capacity.

Readers can see both McCarty and Benson onstage in “Man of La Mancha,” through Aug. 18. Benson will also be playing Mark Twain in “The Trial of Tom Sawyer,” which began rehearsals this week and opens Sept. 9. McCarty will be performing in “Playing with Fire,” through the month of October. Tickets can be reserved via the box office at 715-4833387 or online at festivaltheatre.org. - submitted

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I would like to thank the following Webster-area business sponsors who made it possible for me to attend the Miss Teen of Wisconsin pageant this past weekend in Stevens Point: Hopkins Sand and Gravel, Earth Energy Systems, Inc., Yellow River Pharmacy, Nexen Group, Inc., Northwest Interiors, Austin Lake Greenhouse and Integrative Healing Therapies with Jeanne Daniels.

I had a wonderful time making new friends and gaining experience in public speaking and performance. Thank you so much for helping me to have this opportunity!

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Kinship of Polk County fundraiser a success

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – For more than 30 years, Kinship of Polk County has been providing area youth ages 5-18 with extra support, encouragement and companionship through its mentoring program. On Thursday, Aug. 2, Kinship of Polk County held its fourth-annual fundraising event at Paradise Landing in Balsam Lake, with nearly 100 mentors, business members from the community and other supporters in attendance, to help keep the strength of the program, which continues to change lives of youth who could use a little guidance in life.

“For us, it is a success because it brings together the community and a lot of support from people throughout the area,” said Kinship staff member Karalee Tollakson.

The annual fundraiser is Kinship’s largest of the year and takes place on the first Thursday of August. They set a goal to raise $10,000 and exceeded that goal by raising just over $10,600. Over the past four years, they’ve been able to raise more than $32,000. All of the money raised goes directly back to the Kinship program, and they are always looking for more mentors, as 26 youth are still waiting to be matched with a mentor.

Nearly 100 mentors, business members from the community and other supporters attended the Kinship of Polk County fundraiser at Paradise Landing in Balsam Lake on Thursday, Aug. 2. – Photos by Marty Seeger “We are always looking for mentors, and we have waiting kids throughout Polk County, so anyone interested, even for just getting information, we would love to share that with anybody,” Tollak-

Jennifer Reed Williams gave a presentation on the success of Kinship of Polk County over the past 32 years and spoke on the difference a mentor can make in a kid’s life.

Tom and Angela Anderson gave a presentation on their personal experience as mentors.

They drew tears, applause and laughter from the crowd, who could relate to the challenges and rewards of being a mentor.

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There were more than 50 items up for a silent auction as well as a live dessert auction and raffle prizes and door prizes as well. There was also a short presentation from Kinship Executive Director Jennifer Williams, who spoke about some of the many benefits of the Kinship program.

“The looks on their faces when they get to see their mentor, there’s nothing better than that,” Williams said.

Shortly before the fundraising event, Williams spent time looking for donations from area businesses. One businesswoman didn’t hesitate to donate to the program as she, herself, was in the program during her youth. Williams praised the many mentors in the audience for making a difference in a young person’s life, including those who now have children of their own.

“It’s not just about seeing the children’s faces … now, they are parents, and they are giving to their children what all of you (mentors) have given to them. So as the program continues to grow after 32 years,

it’s really amazing,” said Williams.

Tom and Angela Anderson also gave a presentation on their own personal experiences as mentors of a child named Derek. They drew tears, applause and laughter from the crowd, who could relate to the challenges and rewards of being a mentor.

The Andersons described Derek as a people person you’d never forget after meeting him, and that he is a bold, highenergy kid.

“It’s not always easy mentoring with him, but as parents, I think we can all relate to the fact that some kids just take guidance from a friend easier than they do from their parents,” said Tom. “Our relationship continues to grow, and we just hope and pray that we’re making a difference in his life, hoping he will be a stronger, more responsible person,” Angela reiterated.

For more information on Kinship of Polk County, visit their Web site at polkkinship.org or call 715-405-3900.

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Not your grandfather’s boat landing

here’s always that secret hope that you won’t have an audience when launching a boat for the first time, allowing those tricky and potentially embarassing moments to occur sans witnesses.

Today, of course, someone will be watching - likely the person who mans the landing to interview everyone putting a craft in the water. They want to know what lakes you’ve been on and if you’re practicing safe boating - making sure no invasive hitchhikers are on board.

It’s a noble effort and one that is transcending the outdoor news more these days, making front page headlines touting tougher - and sometimes expensive lake regulations that might get sportsmen and taxpayers in general just a tad upset or nervous.

The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reported this week that a newly formed group wants to “ramp up” the war on invasives, including an $8 million plan to regulate every public boat access in the west Metro area. That would mean installing electronic gates at public accesses and making boaters go to a regional inspection station. If they pass inspection there, they would be given a code so they could go back to the landing and unlock the gate.

The movie line “You shall not pass!” from “Lord of the Rings” or the movie spoofing the line, might come to mind for some.

TheMetro group bases its plan on the thought that Minnesota DNR’s war against aquatic species is failing and a more urgent, “take-no-prisoners” approach is needed.

In nearby Shell Lake similar concerns are heating up - on a smaller scale, of course. The lakes association there is proud that its city council, citizens and groups have worked together to keep that lake - one of the area’s largest bodies of water - free of invasives - including Eurasion water milfoil and curly-leaf pondweed.

But a push is on to further strengthen boat landing monitoring.

Joan Quenan, a member of the lakes association at Shell Lake, suggests that such hard work is needed to keep Shell Lake more fortunate that some neighboring lakes.

“Minong Flowage is now battling milfoil,” Quenan wrote in an editorial in the Washburn County Register this week. “Long Lake for the first time will have to treat or harvest curly-leaf pondweed next spring to open up the narrows for boat traffic. Beaver Dam Lake in Cumberland has been dealing with curly-leaf pondweed and more recently milfoil; they have spent over $120,000 each year in tax dollars for chemical controls. The good news is this spending is working and the problem has not spread and they have healthier weed beds; the bad news is they have to spend this money every year — $141,000 budgeted for this year — because there is currently no way to eradicate these weeds. Our lake residents who live in the Twin Cities area are telling horror stories of lakes so clogged with invasive weeds that boating is impossible.”

Quenan is concerned about monitoring landings past Labor Day weekend and finds room in her letter to remind boaters that the law states once removing your boat from a lake, you must remove all weeds from your boat and trailer, empty your live well, pull the drain plug and put your motor down so that water drains from it.

Many area lakes retain the pristine waters that our fathers and grandfathers remember - and it’s obvious it will take money, volunteers to keep them that way - and more regulations - hopefully not those being proposed in the Metro area.

A toss of the lifeline to everyone as passionate as Ms. Quenan in protecting our lakes.

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Letters to the editor •

A very clean choice President Obama came to office bringing virtually no experience with him. His work history included law practice and community organizing, he never created any jobs, ran a company or had to balance the books. He encourages people to depend on the government rather than themselves.

The media never vetted Obama’s history of questionable mentors and associates who greatly contributed to shaping his ideology. His own books provide more history than the media has exposed, and they suggest what his philosophy really is.

It definitely leans to a socialistic form of governing, and his actions in the past three years have plainly proven it. Don’t believe anyone else, read his own words.

Mitt Romney successfully ran companies and brought the Olympics back from a financial collapse. Companies in financial difficulty came to Bain Capital, Romney’s company, for help. Bain invested in these companies when a turnaround was feasible. On occasion the companies were

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simply not capable of prolongation, and yes, people were laid off and the companies disbanded, but these companies were already in dire straits, and Bain was their last chance. The majority of companies seeking assistance, however, were stabilized and made profitable.

As the governor of Massachusetts, Romney improved the economy and reduced spending. He passed a health-care bill because the people in his state wanted it.

Sovereign states are supposed to make laws for the welfare of the people of their state. The federal government is supposed to protect the people from attack and oversee interstate and international commerce, not provide health insurance.

Romney has a history of understanding business and finances, job creation, and has high moral values. He achieved the American dream and encourages others to do likewise. Perhaps he will return our great country to again be exceptional.

Jan Anderson Siren

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• Letters to the editor • Grateful for community support I am so fortunate to live in this amazing community. Because of the support of my family, friends and community I accomplished my goal and traveled to Europe with a student ambassador leadership program called People to People. I experienced new cultures through art, history, a homestay and service projects.

Some of my trip favorites: while in Italy I toured the Colosseum, toured an American soldier cemetery, rapelled down a 100-foot castle, karate chopped a board in half, and walked along the beaches in Cinque de Terre.

After Italy we made our way to France where I stayed with a local family in Montpellier and was able to experience their culture hands on for three days.

Our last stop was Spain where we toured the beautiful towns of Madrid and Barcelona, two of my favorite stops. This trip was truly a trip of a lifetime, I made memories that will last forever and met people that I will never forget. I can’t say thank you enough because without the community support my dream wouldn’t have come true. I appreciate the local papers who wrote about my adventure and fundraisers, the local Rotary and Lions clubs, the area businesses who either donated items or promoted my fundraisers, and everyone who helped, donated items or attended my Winter Bazaar, purchased a holiday de-stress kit, donated a used cell phone or ink cartridge, donated funds and those who supported me through everything. I especially want to thank my parents and all my grandparents, I truly couldn’t have done this without them!

I would also like to give recognition to The RiverBank, which is now Central Bank, who sponsored me this past year as Miss Congeniality, Susie Jasperson for all that she does, the city crew for always having the float ready, and Autumn, Brittney, and Sam for the great memories and to all of our parents for driving us. It was an amazing year and an honor to represent the city of St. Croix Falls. I am very fortunate to live in such a wonderful community.

I hope that someday I can give back to this community, like they have given to me, Thank you.

Taylor Orton St. Croix Falls

Separate fact from fi ficction According to Brian Doherty’s book, “Radicals for Capitalism” the Koch brothers came to regard elected politicians as merely “actors playing out a script.” A longtime confidant of the Kochs told Doherty that the brothers wanted to “supply the themes and words for the scripts.” In order to alter the direction of America, they had to “influence the areas where policy ideas percolate from: academia and think tanks.”

In the months preceding the passage of the Patient Protection Affordable Care Act, the script writers demeaned President Obama’s efforts by dubbing the bill ObamaCare. Now that the bill is in effect,

it’s time to put lies aside and name the truth of the bill - a first step in protecting citizens who are ill by assuring affordable health care.

Do you know that the PPACA already: • requires an increase in rebates on drugs obtained through Medicare.

• allows the FDA to approve more generic, less costly, drugs.

• makes a “high risk pool” for people with pre-existing conditions.

• forbids insurance companies from discriminating based on a disability(!)

• forbids insurance companies from setting a lifetime limit on receiving coverage.

• allows adult children to be covered by parents’ insurance till age 26.

• gives insurance companies less chance to change/increase payment premiums arbitrarily.

• stops insurers from dropping customers who get sick(!)

• makes health plans cover preventative care without co-pay or charge (mammograms, colonoscopies, etc.).

Does that sound like “killing Grandma” or (gasp) socialism? Or, like reasonable protection in critical times?

There are 15 more laws in place and others scheduled. For people who deal in facts, not mere opinions, here are references with citations to the bill: reddit.com/r/explainlikeimfive, or ”healthcare.gov.

Gov. Walker attempted to explain why he won’t follow the health care reform law. In his opinion piece, he misrepresented how health-care reform will affect Wisconsin. wiskids.blogspot.com/2012/0 7/selectively.html. Some call this lying.

The charitable call it cherry picking. Read and decide. Any bets on whether or not Assemblyman Severson or Sen. Harsdorf will urge him to rethink this careless decision? We won’t hold our breath. Right?

A local resident started a petition asking the governor to implement the bill for the good of Wisconsin or get ready for the federal government to decide for us.

Within days, 12,000 state citizens signed their agreement.

You and I are one illness away from a financial catastrophe. We, too, can write the script for our leaders. Call Walker’s office and respectfully request he honor the law of the land and implement the Patient Protection Affordable Care Act. May a day soon come when friends no longer need to raise money for medical services.

Rather, they invite all to celebrate a loved one’s return to health.

Marilyn Brissett-Kruger St. Croix Falls

Be glad someone cares In response to Ms. Kastens, who felt it appropriate to respond to my letter regarding the complete collapse of what used to be a busy, fun weekend in Luck to pick the final straw on this camel’s back to rave at me, her “P.S. Happy birthday” showed that she only skimmed the letter before grabbing a pen (Wannigan Days was bustling while I was wasting my birthday weekend in my own town), and her blustering response more resembled “spouting off” than my opinion of Lucky Days did.

I have heard from others who share my

feelings. Since her letter appeared, I have heard from more, which is why I am responding.

I understand that Old Glory on Big Green was intended to represent the veterans leading the parade. It does not, however, put a face to those who served. It does not remind us of the sacrifice, nor does it touch the heart in the way that seeing our proud veterans onboard would. I understand the age issues, but why is it that they couldn’t have been on the truck, seated, perhaps under an awning to shield them from the sun? I have no problem with family joining them, but they need to be there, as color guard or not. All veterans should be able to be involved in such local recognition. Include those from Desert Storm, Iraq and Afghanistan, and have the Boy or Girl Scout Color Guard carry the flags while the veterans ride.

Her comments on how to properly honor vets were beyond presumptuous for someone who obviously doesn’t know me. Despite the many divisions of our country, I am a patriotic sap. I can’t sit through the national anthem without tearing up. I know many local veterans, quite a few of them in their 50s and 60s. I never fail to thank a stranger in BDUs or uniform for their sacrifice. I’ve stood for veterans my entire life. My daughter, on her crutches, and I were on our feet the moment we saw Big Green coming.

Assuming you are not the person who organized the parade, you should be glad someone cares enough to want our veterans represented in uniform and onboard to be honored and thanked for their service.

Kristine Emerson Luck

Farmers union likes ObamaCare Daren Von Ruden, the president of the Wisconsin Farmers Union, recently wrote this about ObamaCare, “Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the Supreme Court’s decision because it is good for our farm families, rural neighbors and all Americans. Though the law is far from perfect, it is a huge step in the right direction for family farmers and rural communities to get access to dependable, affordable health care.

He lists several aspects he expects farmers and rural people will most appreciate: • Health-care (insurance) exchange programs for the self-employed who can’t afford expensive care in the individual market, • Resources for rural health-care providers and incentives to physicians serving rural areas.

• The act prevents health insurance companies from denying care based on pre-existing conditions and closes the Medicare prescription drug coverage “doughnut hole.”

He goes on to say, “There has been a lot of misinformation regarding the Affordable Care Act. The bottom line is that a lot more people will be able to acquire and afford health insurance. Statewide, about 340,000 people will be able to get health insurance – about half through exchanges and half through Medicaid expansion.

Health-care exchanges are critical for Wis-

consin’s farmers and rural communities.

Read more at host.madison.com/news/ opinion/column/darin-von-rudenhealth-care-exchanges-critical-for-wisconsin-s/article_2182fa18-d2c0-11e1-aa0b-001 a4bcf887a.html#ixzz22Uwl5bWK Norman Jensen, MD Madison and Siren

Small business is backbone of country Unemployment has been at 8 percent or higher for 41 straight months. Now it’s obvious that the Obama administration policies have not worked or even helped our economy, and instead have acted to slow its growth. We have all felt that here in northern Wisconsin. I feel that small businesses are the backbone of this nation and job creation, but this administration has continued to try to increase government regulations, raise taxes, and in my opinion, demean the owners which led to less new business as well as the new jobs they bring, not to mention the loss of existing jobs.

In particular, we in northern Wisconsin vividly remember missing out on the ironore mine along with the hundreds of good jobs and billions in tax revenue that the business and those jobs would have provided. The mine didn’t open for numerous reasons, but primarily because of political infighting and again more bureaucratic red tape. The U.S. House of Representatives voted on legislation that would streamline the mine-permitting process and eliminate some of the overwhelming, business crushing, government red tape; this would also apply to other businesses in general. Every year government regulation costs businesses an estimated $1.4 trillion. In my opinion, that money would be better spent on hiring employees and expanding as well as creating new businesses.

I’d like to thank Congressman Sean Duffy for supporting this bill and supporting job creation and growth here in northern Wisconsin and across the country.

Bill Blair Osceola

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Boat burglar apprehended Possible connection to recent Lake Minnetonka crimes

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – Polk County sheriff’s officials have apprehended two people who may be involved in several burglaries that took place at a prominent Twin Cities lake, and might possibly have a connection to recent news accounts of

boats being pilfered while docked.

According to Capt. Steve Smith of the PCSD, investigators received an anonymous lead on one individual, Daryl Littell, 29, Amery, who was under investigation for the said Minnetonka burglaries.

Littell was located at a St. Croix Falls gas station on Aug. 1 and was eventually taken into custody on the matter.

According to Smith, Littell cooperated on the matter and admitted to participating in multiple burglaries of items such as

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gas cans, stereos, electronics, tools and more from docked boats. He also admitted to pawning some of the items, but further investigation led to recovery of some items from Littell’s Amery home.

During the investigation, Littell also was found to be in possession of marijuana paraphernalia and burglary tools.

He was charged with misdemeanor drug paraphernalia possession, as well as receiving stolen property. He is also facing four counts of felony bail jumping, as he

has several pending felony cases. He appeared before a judge this week where a $2,500 cash bond was set.

Also arrested in connection with Littell was Angela LaClair, 29, St. Paul. She was reportedly present during the Lake Minnetonka thefts, but is not believed to have stolen anything from the boats, but admitted to stealing a battery charger from a vehicle.

LaClair had yet to be charged at press time.

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Notices/employment opportunity/garage sale/real estate Burnett County circuit court

Delbert G. Benjamin, 27, Danbury, operate w/o carrying license, $127.50.

Donald W. Cook, 42, St. Paul, Minn., issue worthless check, $382.54.

Dessaray L. Jolly, 26, Spooner, issue worthless check, $330.50.

Jeffrey C. Mcfarlin, 50, Minnetonka, Minn., speeding, $127.50.

Stacy D. Spafford, 31, Siren, issue worthless check, $330.50.

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Ruth L. Rock, 93, Danbury, died July 25, 2012.

Michael H. Huss, 76, Webster, died July 28, 2012.

Jesse K. Weiss, Town of Wood River, and Kelli M. Garretson, Town of Wood River, issued Aug. 2, 2012.

Ryan P. Hansen, Brooklyn, N.Y., and Mary E. Zumberge, Brooklyn, N.Y., issued Aug. 2, 2012.

William D. Pohlman, Virginia Beach, Va., and Jamie A. Kopecky, Town of Jackson, issued Aug. 3, 2012.

Daniel C. Clover, Grantsburg, and Brenda A. Schultz, Grantsburg, issued Aug. 3, 2012.

Brent C. Nowling, Pine City, Minn., and Lindsey T. Shults, Pine City, Minn., issued Aug. 3, 2012.

Andrew J. Brown, Bovey, Minn., and Jessica L. Dundore, Bovey, Minn., issued Aug. 3, 2012.

Chad W. Maki, Inver Grove Heights, Minn., and Kirsten E. Ilgren, Town of Anderson, issued Aug. 3, 2012.

Peter J. Walsh, Town of Swiss, and Allison E. Didier, Town of Sand Lake, issued Aug. 3, 2012.

Tribal police to crack down on drunken motorists HERTEL - St. Croix Tribal Police will be out in force along with other law enforcement agencies throughout Wisconsin and the rest of the nation for the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over crackdown on drunken drivers from Friday, Aug. 17, to Monday, Sept. 3, which includes the Labor Day weekend.

Drunken driving continues to be prevalent, persistent and deadly on city streets and rural roads throughout Wisconsin. Last year, 225 people were killed and nearly 3,000 injured in alcohol-related traffic crashed in Wisconsin. There were more than 35,000 convictions for drunken driving in Wisconsin last year.

“Drunken driving is entirely preventable. If we can deter people from getting behind the wheel when they’re not sober, we will make progress toward the goal of reaching zero preventable traffic deaths in Wisconsin,” says Sgt. Cliff Casady. “Our message during the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign and throughout the year is simple. If you’re driving while impaired, we will arrest you. The devastating consequences of a drunken driving arrest include major embarrassment, expensive penalties, mandatory installation of an ignition interlrock device on all your vehicles and possibly jail time. Driving drunk will be a decision you’ll regret the rest of your life, if you are lucky enough to live.” - from the St. Croix Tribal Police Dept.

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Joseph A. Fehrman, Grantsburg, and Betsy K. Poston, Grantsburg, issued July 23, 2012.

Nicholas R. Bruzek, Town of Wood River, and Christina A. Minor, Town of Wood River, issued July 25, 2012.

James P. LaVenture, River Falls, and Lynelle K. Lundeen, Trade Lake, issued July 25, 2012.

Timothy D. Johnson, White Bear Lake, Minn., and Trisha L. Stenberg, White Bear Lake, Minn., issued July 27, 2012.

Joshua L. Hare, Siren, and Jenna E. Dudycha, Siren, issued July 27, 2012.

Erye J. DeMarre, Grantsburg, and Jessica M. Java, Grantsburg, issued July 27, 2012.

Joseph H. Kruse, Pine City, Minn., and Amy J. Johnson, Pine City, Minn., issued Aug. 1, 2012.

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Natalie M. Otte, Osceola, and Kory S. Pollard, Osceola, issued Aug. 2, 2012.

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Angela S. Barfknecht, Clear Lake, and Steven B. Harris, Clear Lake, issued July 30, 2012.

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715-327-4271 (Aug. 1, 8, 15) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs.

CARLEEN K. SCHUMAN, et al Defendant(s) Case No: 11 CV 611 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on February 24, 2012, in the amount of $226,917.72, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: August 28, 2012, 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 St., Balsam Lake, Wisconsin.

DESCRIPTION: Lot 4, Block 1, Eagle Ridge, located in the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 29 and the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 28, Township 33 North, Range 18 West, in the Town of Osceola, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 744 220th Street, Osceola, WI 54020.

TAX KEY NO.: 042-01317-0400.

Dated this 3rd day of June, 2012. /S/ Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 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 that purpose. 1951192 566129 WNAXLP

(Aug. 1, 8, 15) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY FRANDSEN BANK & TRUST, Plaintiff, vs.

BRADLEY P. PETERSON and AMY S. PETERSON, and CITIFINANCIAL, INC., Defendants.

Case No. 12 CV 175 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of and pursuant to a Judgment of foreclosure entered in the above-entitled action on May 2, 2012, in the amount of $169,907.61, and an Order Amending Judgment of Foreclosure entered on June 26, 2012, 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: Tuesday, August 28, 2012, 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 to plaintiff.

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

3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. DESCRIPTION: The Southeast Quarter of Northeast Quarter (SE1/4 of NE1/4), Section 24, Township 34 North, Range 15 West, Polk County, Wisconsin.

PIN: 008-00632-0000.

Street Address: 19 145th Ave., Turtle Lake, WI 54889, Town of Beaver, Polk Co., WI. Dated at Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, this 11th day of July, 2012.

Peter M. Johnson, Sheriff Polk County, Wisconsin Steven J. Swanson Bar No. 1003029 Attorney at Law P.O. Box 609 105 South Washington Street St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 715-483-3787 566132 WNAXLP

(Aug. 1, 8, 15) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CREDIT SUISSE FIRST BOSTON MORTGAGE SECURITES CORP., CSAB MORTGAGE-BACKED TRUST 2006-4, CSAB MORTGAGEBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-4 Plaintiff vs.

RICHARD M. LEROUX; TERI NORD; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST STATE MORTGAGE CORPORATION; Defendants NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 11 CV 475 Case Code No. 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on February 3, 2012, in the amount of $222,575.46, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: August 30, 2012, 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 upon confirmation of the court.

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

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Part of the Northeast OneQuarter (1/4) of the Southeast One-Quarter (1/4) of Section Twenty-Three (23), in Township Thirty-Three (33), North, Range Eighteen (18) West, in the Town of Osceola, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4; thence South 400 feet along the section line to the point of beginning; thence West 408 feet parallel to the North 40 line; thence South 216 feet parallel with the East section line; thence East 408 feet parallel with the North 40 line; thence North 216 feet on the East section line to the point of beginning. Excepting therefrom the lands conveyed on Warranty Deed recorded on November 18, 2009, as Document No. 766039.

TAX KEY NO.: 042-00517-0000.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 839 190th St., Dresser, Wisconsin 54009.

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.

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Community theater holds “Steel Magnolias” wrap party

by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff writer DANBURY – After rave reviews and outstanding attendance, it was time to kick back and celebrate for the cast, crew and volunteers of the Village Players Community Theatre’s production of “Steel Magnolias.”

And celebrate they did at an appreciation dinner at the Voyager Village Community Center on Monday, Aug. 6.

“This year 650 people attended the play, with two nights of attendance over 100 people and others with over 70 to 90 people,” said VPCT President Kitty Holmquist. “The volunteers were phenomenal. Some volunteers were there every night ushering, working concessions and selling tickets to win the magnolia tree.”

Holmquist noted the success of the donation drawing of a real magnolia tree inspired by the play’s title. “We were able to donate $290 in proceeds to the annual Voyager Village Together for the Cure cancer research “We were also able to give two scholarships,” added Holmquist. “We gave Miranda Burger $250 toward her col-

lege education in Florida where she will be studying filmmaking. Miranda was our stage manager and was an essential part of the team. Olivia Main, who played the part of Shelby and who is majoring in acting and writing at UW-River Falls, received a $100 scholarship.”

Director Ginna Erickson said she had a great time directing the “Steel Magnolias” cast. “Their chemistry was amazing and it was a pleasure working with them.”

Cast member Bunny Day, who played the part of Ouiser, was also impressed with her fellow ensemble cast members.

“As a cast member, it was wonderful working with five other women who were so committed to making the play the best possible, and just knowing any lines dropped would be covered by another cast member was great.”

“It was a wonderful production to work on in so many ways!” commented Rose Bauman, who portrayed Clairee Belcher. “We had a great set, a fabulous cast, supportive volunteers that covered all the bases and a talented director that made it all so easy.”

Not resting on their laurels, the VPCT

Cast member Olivia Main, who played the part of Shelby, received a $100 scholarship from Village Players Board President Kitty Holmquist.

“Steel Magnolias” ensemble cast members Bunny Day, Rose Bauman, Kitty Holmquist and Olivia Main enjoyed recalling moments from their performances during the appreciation dinner for cast, crew and volunteers at the Voyager Village Community Center on Monday, Aug. 6. – Photos by Priscilla Bauer members were already busy planning their next production. The group will present a dinner theater at the Voyager Village restaurant on Nov. 1 and Nov. 3.

In the original murder mystery, “Living on KILLkare Can Be Murder,” written by “Steel Magnolias” cast member Lee Gillis, Truvy Jones, will invite audience members to a Halloween party where a mur-

After rave reviews and outstanding attendance, it was time for the cast, crew and volunteers of the Village Players Community Theatre’s production of “Steel Magnolias” to kick back and celebrate at an appreciation dinner at the Voyager Village Community Center on Monday, Aug. 6. Pictured (L to R): Olivia Main, Danielle Formanek, Cassie Formanek and Rose Bauman.

Guests coming to the VPCT appreciation dinner were treated to an ice-cream sundae dessert as a thank-you for their hard work.

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der is committed. Come as a guest or part of the cast to help solve the crime. Great food, wine and conversation will add to an entertaining evening for all.

Look for updates and ticket information on this fun Halloween happening on the VPCT Web site, villageplayerscommunitytheatre.com.

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The WISSOTA Midwest Modified feature will have fans buzzing for weeks to come as Mitch Weiss and John Remington battled on the track at St. Croix Valley Raceway on Friday, Aug. 3.

– Photos by Russell Cramblit the race. Remington, running a middle

by Josh Lehnertz and Terry Lehnertz groove, was the leader for 11 of the first 12 St. Croix Valley Raceway CENTURIA – The first full season of laps, and Weiss was tucked right underracing continued Friday night, Aug. 3, at neath him on each circuit. Behind the top the remodeled St. Croix Valley Raceway, two, it was anyone’s game with Tony with Kids Night celebrations and vintage Schill, Vince Corbin, Josh Bazey, Kevin racing on the card. In addition to dozens Marlett and Ryan Johnson using low, midof giveaways for the youngsters, the night dle and high grooves to scream around was capped off by one of the most dra- the quarter mile. With five laps remainmatic races of the season, ending in the ing, Weiss had finally worked clear of Remington, but was immediately first career feature win for Mitch Weiss.

The race that will have fans buzzing for hounded by Bazey, who emerged from the weeks to come was the evening’s finale, beehive of a battle for third. The last five the WISSOTA Midwest Modified feature. laps were a repeat of the first 10, with Mitch Weiss and John Remington paced Bazey replacing Remington as the foil to the field to green and that duo stayed Weiss. For the final four laps, the two cars pretty much status quo for the first half of front bumpers were never more than 12

Mitch Weiss raises the checkered flag after an exciting win. feet apart, with Bazey scored as the leader for laps 17 and 19, and Weiss scored out front on lap 18. In an all-time thriller, the pair charged out of turn four one last time in a furious dash to the checkers with

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Gridders take the field this week

••• MADISON – The Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference announced recently a list of the All-Time Women's Basketball Team that will be recognized in conjunction with the conference’s upcoming centennial celebration.

AllTime Teams are being selected in those men’s and women’s sports that have been classified as “championship” sports at some point Britta Petersen during the conference’s 100-year history. Additional teams will be released on a weekly basis throughout much of the 2011-12 academic year. Among those on a list of 17 women named to the All-Time Women’s Basketball team was 2006 Luck graduate, and UWStevens Point standout, Britta Petersen. – with information from wiacsports.com ••• NEW YORK, N.Y., – Two-time Olympian Megan Kalmoe and the 2012 Olympic rowing team is rumored to have a scheduled appearance on the “Today Show” on NBC in the coming days. Kalmoe recently captured her first Olympic medal at the Summer Games in London. She won the bronze medal with the quadruple sculls rowing team last Wednesday, Aug. 1. – Marty Seeger ••• LEADER LAND – Leader Sports strives to follow the college careers of area athletes. If you know of an athlete playing collegiate sports in 2012 who hasn’t been mentioned, send us an email or call and we’ll take it from there. – Marty Seeger ••• OSCEOLA – The St. Croix Valley Baseball League has finished up the regular season with the Osceola Braves finishing on top of the Red Cedar Division with an 11-4 record.

The playoffs begin this weekend, Friday, Aug. 10, at Oakey Park in Osceola. The Braves will play Spooner in game 1 on Aug. 10, beginning at 7:30 p.m. La Crescent plays Whitehall at 11 a.m. on Aug. 11. Eau Claire plays Ellsworth at 2 p.m. on Aug. 11, and defending state champion River Falls plays Bruce at 5 p.m. on Aug. 11. Winners of Friday’s and Saturday’s games will play the noon game, or 3 p.m. game on Sunday, Aug. 12, for a chance to go to the state tournament the following weekend in Osseo. – with submitted information

Ken Belanger’s Frederic Vikings football team and other area teams got practices under way this week. Monday, Aug. 6, was reserved for handing out equipment, but Tuesday, Aug. 6, they hit the field to get in shape for the season. – Photo by Marty Seeger SPORTS RESULTS DEADLINES: WEDNESDAY - MONDAY: 1 p.m. the following business day. TUESDAY: 7 a.m. on Wednesday. Missed deadlines mean no coverage that week!

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Racing continued Weiss claiming the win mere inches ahead of the current track points leader. Weiss, a graduate of the carting ranks, has only been in the full-sized cars a few years and managed to rip his first career trophy away from one of Northwest Wisconsin’s more accomplished pilots. Behind the dramatic battle for the win, an equally furious, and broader, battle waged as Corbin, Schill, Johnson, Remington and Marlett crossed the final stripe with nary room for a mosquito between the cars.

The feature racing got under way with yet another visit from the Northern Vintage Stockcar Racers, a popular Kids Night addition with their tradition of awarding the winner’s trophy to a young fan. In the full-bodied division, Wally Stoltsman scored a win in his No. 35 mount, and presented his trophy to Haley Vaillancourt. Ken Sabby held off a hardcharging Butch Bethke for the honor of presenting his super modified trophy to Dakota Corbin.

Five UMSS Micro Sprints were on hand, and with Greg Gunderson not in attendance, there was going to be a new winner in the micro ranks for the first time in several weeks. The No. 64 of Ty Sampair had the early lead and was chased down by the 7cz of Gunner Cummings. On lap eight Cummings took the lead and checked out for the win. Sampair lost a carburetor in the final turn and coasted to a second-place finish in front of Tony Duran, Brian Patrick and Pat Traaseth.

Next up were the pure stocks with 13 drivers looking to end Jason Havel’s twomonth-long winning streak. Tony DuBois and Dennis Stordahl paced the 14-car field with Dubois holding the top spot through lap three. Jay Folz, who managed to best Havel in his heat race, was unable to repeat the feat in the main event, as Havel worked around him for second on lap two. By lap four, Havel had dealt the same fate to DuBois and took over the lead.

From there, Havel cruised – but nothing was settled behind him as Folz, DuBois, Kolby Kiehl, Ben Kaphing and Jake Silbernagel wouldall burn fuel in a bid for runner-up. At the end of 15 laps, it was Havel nailing down a mind-boggling eighth consecutive feature win in front of Kaphing, Dubois, Silbernagel and Folz. As always, Havel shunned victory lane and parked

Rob Caho Jr. won his second consecutive and fourth overall race of the season.

crossed the line next, ahead of Bradwell, Stordahl and Kouba.

Friday night, Aug. 10, marks the fourth appearance of winged sprint cars at the Valley. UMSS winged sprint cars will be on hand for Thunder in the Valley No. 4, along with all of the track’s regular classes. In addition to the winged sprinters, it’s “you be the driver” night, where fans are invited to drive their family vehicles around the raceway at the conclusion of the evening’s program.

Additional upcoming, can’t-miss events include the Back-to-School Crash-tastic Smash-o-rama and Trailer Races on Aug. 17, the Ron Fleischer Memorial/Thunder in the Valley No. 5 on Aug. 24, and the Late Model and Modified special on Aug. 31. Additional details for these or any other future events at St. Croix Valley Raceway can be found on the track’s Facebook page or Web site, scvraceway.com.

Jason Havel has been on a two-month-long winning streak. After a win, Havel parks his cancer-awareness No. 5 in front of the flag stand, plucks a young fan from the cheering throng behind the fence and places them on the roof of the car for photos before giving away his trophy and passing out treats to the kids. – Photos by Russell Cramblit his cancer-awareness No. 5 in front of the flag stand, plucked a young fan from the cheering throng behind the fence and placed him on the roof of the car for photos before giving away his trophy and passing out treats to the kids.

Kris Kaphing took the win in the Future Fours feature.

Nicki DuBois and Dylan Roberts brought the North Branch Bullseye Shooting Range Future Fours to green with Roberts staking claim to the top spot.

Roberts, still looking for his first win of the season, was looking strong and smooth in the top spot. However, with just two laps remaining, a small puff of smoke was visible and the 20R slowed, dropping to second. A few feet later, the ominous big smoke bomb momentarily engulfed his car, signaling doom for the night and Roberts limped his car to the pits. That handed the lead over to the 16x of Kris Kaphing who kept Damon Roberts at bay for the final two circuits to claim his first win of the season over Roberts, Chris Rick and DuBois.

Sterling Bank presented the eight-car UMSS Traditional Sprint car feature with Kevin “Rocketman” Bradwell alongside last week’s winner, Rob Caho Jr., in the front row. Bradwell led lap one, but Caho charged back to nab the top spot on lap two. In the third circuit Johnny Parsons III shot past Bradwell into second with Jimmy Kouba, Denny Stordahl and Jack Clark battling for fourth. Caho found a comfortable line on the cushion and went on to win his second consecutive and fourth overall on the season. Parsons

Race summary: WISSOTA Midwest Modifieds feature: Mitch Weiss, Josh Bazey, Vince Corbin, Tony Schill, Ryan Johnson, John Remmington, Kevin Marlett, Greg Arnt, Mike Halvorsen, Corey Folgleson and Tyler English. UMSS Traditional Sprints feature: Rob Caho Jr., Johnny Parsons III, Kevin Bradwell, Jimmy Kouba, Denny Stordahl, Jack Clark, Tom Porter and Mike Huesmann. UMSS Micro Sprints feature: Gunnar Cummings, Ty Sampair, Tony Duran, Bryan Patrick and Pat Traaseth.

Pure Stocks feature: Jason Havel, Ben Kaphing, Tony Dubois, Jake Silbernagel, Jay Folz, Justin Rick, Greg Hallin, Jon Wigchers, Mason McEvers, Dennis Stordahl, Kyle Dahlheimer, Greg Meidlinger, Kolby Kiehl and Kyle Hallin. Future Fours feature: Kris Kaphing, Damon Roberts, Chris Rick, Nicki DuBois, Dylan Roberts, Katie Lebies, Oliver Swanson, Kyle Dahlheimer and Alex Hallin.

Gunnar Cummings won the UMSS Micro Sprints feature on Friday, Aug. 3.

Rob Caho Jr. and Johnny Parsons III battled for position during the UMSS Traditional Sprints feature. Coho won the race.

Luck Lions hosting golf tournament LUCK – On Sunday, Aug. 19, the Luck Golf Course is hosting the Luck Lions 2012 Golf Outing. Golfers will enjoy a registration lunch, and a 1 p.m. shotgun start, that will benefit the Luck Lions and District 27-E Lions.

As an individual golfer, or as part of a four-person team, there is still time to be part of the festivities and fun. It is a perfect way to spend the day, and benefit the community while you are enjoying yourself, and there are still spots to add your team to the roster of players.

To register a team, or for additional information, you can call Jerry Spies at 715-

472-8034 or Larry Glenn at 715-554-7054.

Teams must be registered no later than Wednesday, Aug. 15. You can also call Susie, at the Luck Golf Course at 715-4722939, for additional information, team registration and general golf course information.

Tournament fees include a noon to 1 p.m., light lunch and registration, greens fees and golf cart, golfer’s goodie bag, an opportunity to participate in course games on six of the holes with prizes awarded, door prize drawings, yellow ball money challenge, silent auction opportunities and a prime rib dinner with all

the trimmings and dessert at the conclusion of play. Nongolfers are welcome to the dinner meal. Reservations and payment must also be made for this option by Wednesday, Aug. 15.

The tournament is a scramble format.

All players in the group will hit from the tee, then the group selects the best shot to play. After picking up the other balls, each player will then hit the next shot from within one club length of the tee shot that was selected. This process continues until the ball is holed out.

Proceeds from this fundraising tournament benefit the projects and outreach ef-

forts of the Luck Lions and of the District 27-E Lions. Lions Clubs efforts begin in their local community, are also statewide, nationwide and worldwide efforts. Help make a difference in our community, and help make the world a better place by supporting the Luck Lions and this tournament.

Local businesses or organizations who wish to participate can also sponsor a hole and/or sponsor a team. They welcome your support. – with submitted information

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SCF teens go long in first shooting competition wind better, who can read the barometric pressure better. It gets to be a little more science, and a little more fun … a little more challenging.”

Begin potential lifelong career in shooting

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – Logan Wallace and Jake Siltberg are like any other boys their age. In the fall they spend a lot of time hunting with family, and during the winter they ski and snowboard. They don’t play sports but excel at school, and math and science seem to come naturally to both.

They’ve been good friends nearly all their life, though Wallace admits that he didn’t like Siltberg in the third grade. He isn’t exactly sure why, but since the fourth grade, they’ve spent much of their free time together, particularly during the summer months, and there’s one thing that keeps them busier than anything else.

“We shoot!” they replied simultaneously during an interview shortly after coming home from a trip out west.

Under the supervision and overwhelming support of both of their families, Wallace and Siltberg have been working to extend the range of their hunting rifles over the summer. Wallace has even talked his dad into making his own custom rifle, and Siltberg claims that his dad doesn’t know much about guns, other than taking the 30-06 to the deer stand every fall. Most of what they know has been self-taught.

They own Remington .308s but the guns are far from the factory box in which they came, with the exception of the barrel and action. They aren’t partial to any one brand, but the Remington was easier to work with.

“We just started shooting for hunting purposes, and after a while, shooting up close got easy and we went a little farther,

Jake Siltberg, (left) and Logan Wallace took their shooting to a whole new level recently when they competed in the Wyoming Tactical Rifle Championship and took fifth place among tough competition. – Photo by Marty Seeger and a little farther,” Wallace said.

Once they reached a certain distance beyond the capabilities of what their rifles could do, they’d add another custom part, as their funds would allow, while extending their range and increasing accuracy.

Custom parts, however, are only as good as the shooter will allow, and there’s much more to hitting distances of up to 1,000 yards.

Through their own self-teachings, Wallace and Siltberg have learned to reload their own ammo while reducing the cost to shoot, and learned barrel harmonics, how to read the wind, barometric pressure, humidity, elevation, temperature

and even created their own ballistics sheets to help incorporate the right calculations to make every shot count. It not only stretched the capabilities of their rifles, but it began to teach them the discipline of what it takes to be a good rifleman and to simply learn more about the science of shooting.

“It gets to be a lot more fun when you cross a certain barrier in shooting,” said Wallace. “You can go to a range with guys and shoot up close, where it’s just purely to shoot better. Then when you cross a certain line, it comes into who can read the

A bigger challenge After taking up to five trips over the summer to South Dakota, Wallace and Siltberg contemplated taking their shooting skills to a competitive level. Wallace learned of the second-annual Wyoming Tactical Rifle Championship happening in late July, and thought they should give it a try. Since both had only just started customizing their guns over the summer, Wallace, was pessimistic.

“When we signed up, I was like, ‘dude, I’m not signing up for that, we’ll get creamed out there!’” Wallace said with a laugh.

With a little more prodding, it wasn’t long before the two hashed out plans to make the trip themselves, but along with testing their rifle and carbine capabilities, the competition course also included handguns. Both had been working on customizing handguns over the summer along with their rifles but because they’re only 16, they need to be accompanied by their parents. So after spending a week doing some last-minute preparations, Wallace and Siltberg, along with their families, headed west for competition.

Both were a bit nervous and the intimidation factor was high.

“Everyone there, that was their life,” Logan said.

There were 13 teams of two including Wallace and Siltberg. There were activeduty SWAT-sniper teams, ex-military snipers and anyone who wasn’t purely

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Logan Wallace and Jake Siltberg contemplate their next shot during competition in Wyoming.

Some targets on the course were up to 950 yards away. – Photo submitted

More than 7,000 applications sold in first six days for wolf hunt MADISON – As of Tuesday morning, Aug. 7, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has sold 7,286 applications for wolf hunting permits. This included 7,150 that were purchased by Wisconsin residents and 136 purchased by nonresidents.

Hunters and trappers interested in participating in Wisconsin’s inaugural wolf hunting and trapping season must apply for a permit between Aug. 1 and Aug 31.

The permit application fee is $10 and applications can be purchased through the

Online Licensing Center on the DNR Web site, at all authorized license agents, at DNR Service Centers. Hours for service centers vary; check the DNR Web site for service center days and hours of operation; DNR Service Centers are not open on Saturdays, or by calling toll-free 877-9454236.

The wolf hunting and trapping season will run Oct. 15 to Feb. 28, 2013. For more information search for “wolf“ on the DNR Web site. – from the DNR

Jake Siltberg, (front) and Logan Wallace jog to their next shooting station on a two-hour timed course. Some of the shooting stations were up to one-quarter mile away from each other, so to earn bonus points for keeping their time under two hours, the team lightly jogged. – Photo submitted

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2. Main Dish, 83 lbs., 10 oz.

3. 46 Store, 79 lbs., 13 oz.

4. Bon Ton, 77 lbs., 5 oz.

5. Luck Sport Marine, 77 lbs., 0 oz.

6. Milltown Dock, 71 lbs., 7 oz.

7. Laqua/Allee, 63 lbs., 0 oz.

8. Northern Bar, 61 lbs., 12 oz.

9. Air World 56 lbs., 8 oz.

10. Jim Duncan, 55 lbs., 10 oz.

11. Brad/Cody, 51 lbs., 0 oz.

12. Subway, 49 lbs., 5 oz.

13. Dairy Queen, 47 lbs., 13 oz.

14. GNO, 43 lbs., 3 oz.

15. Dockmasters, 40 lbs., 14 oz.

16. Hack’s Pub, 40 lbs., 7 oz.

17. Mosseys, 33 lbs., 9 oz.

18. Ones/Roberts, 33 lbs., 5 oz.

19. Cory/Jamie, 28 lbs., 2 oz.

Big bass/Big bag weekly winner: Big Bass: Main Dish, 4 lbs., 5 oz.

Big Bag: Bon Ton, 8 lbs., 4 oz.

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Friday night lights Local high school football squads will take to the gridiron in a mere two weeks or so.

As for Leader Land teams, Webster opens at Clayton, Grantsburg hosts Cumberland, Siren faces Winter in Rice Lake (eight man), Luck takes on Bruce in Rice THE SPORTS Lake (eight man), Unity travels to C h e t e k - We y e r haeuser, St. Croix Falls clashes with traditional rival Osceola, and Frederic makes the long trek to collide with Washburn-Bayfield. Check your local schedule or school Web site for specifics on day and time.

Frederic fans are thrilled with the prospect of the football Vikes once again facing old neighbors and rivals such as Grantsburg, Unity and St. Croix Falls in conference action. It’s always fun to see how the underdog fares against a school with double the enrollment. Can FHS future hall-of-fame coach Ken Belanger find a way to lead his charges to back-toback conference titles?

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WIAA relents ... restores boys tourney to capital city The 2013 WIAA state boys basketball tourney will once again be held in Madison as it has since 1914. A strong effort was under way to move the classic to the Resch Center in Green Bay, which is the site of the state girls volleyball tourney.

Incidentally, the state girls hoop tourney will, in fact, be held at the Resch this coming March.

Honkers miss playoffs Without question, the Grantsburg Honkers are the Leader Land’s most popular and tradition-rich town team baseball franchise. Unfortunately, this summer’s version of the Honkers fell short of the playoffs, although they did make a bit of a splash with two darkhorse victories in the league tournament in Cumberland last weekend. One of those wins was a 9-0 shutout gem spun by former GHS Pirate and current UWLa Crosse Eagles hurler Kevin Johnson versus the perennial powerhouse Brill Millers.

Nuptials for the Bear?

Unconfirmed reports from Luck indicate that former Cardinal football and baseball mainstay Brandon “Bear” DeNucci is hearing wedding bells. Local slow-pitch softball fans saw the newly svelte DeNucci on the pitching rubber during last month’s Lucky Days

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Twins and Brewers both fizzling As of this writing, the Minnesota Twins and Milwaukee Brewers are hopelessly out of playoff contention.

Though their winning percentages are similar, the Twins are nevertheless four games closer to the top of their division than are the Brewers.

Certainly Sudsville boosters figured their favored nine would take a drop once “The Fat Guy in Pajamas” (aka Prince Fielder) left their fold, but few expected the precipitous fall the Brew Crew has taken in 2012.

Meanwhile, the Twins – who have won two world championships and ruled the AL Central Division through the first decade of the 21st century – are merely hoping to avoid another 99-loss season.

Trout fishing in America It might be the dog days for most local anglers, but after a couple of recent outings, at least one local bait-fishing trout fisherman would beg to differ.

The sometimes, jaded old-timer braved the heat, deerflies, horseflies and mosquitoes and returned with consecutive limits of a mixed bag of mostly brookies and a few browns, one on a Wednesday and the other on a Saturday. It’s a rare treat to pair freshly caught grilled trout along with sweet corn from the garden. And once the fare was presented to appreciative diners on an exquisitely adorned

P O R T S kitchen table, it proved once again that many of the world’s greatest chefs are men.

A productive weekend A sextet of Leader Land sportsmen made the long trek to South Dakota last weekend in order to do some touch-up work on their recently purchased hunting shack located in a lonely old farm town somewhere out on the prairie. Although the initial hope was that the work-play ratio would be closer to 50:50 rather than 80:20, the work weekend was deemed to be a productive and unqualified success nonetheless. In a perfect world, it is hoped that the digs can be rented out for a few weekends when the owners themselves will not be hunting the SoDak prairies. Incidentally, the intrepid crew was pleased to see that there was no appreciable evidence of drought in their travels, which is a route that extends generally straight west of the Leader office.

He’ll be back!

A recent text message from The Swami indicates that he’ll return to predict football and games this coming fall and winter. Expect the Prediction King to make his inaugural 2012 offering in the Aug. 22 edition of the Inter-County Leader.

John Ryan may jmr202@yahoo.com

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Competition continued snipers and anyone who wasn’t purely civilian, either owned a gun shop or had a shooting school. They came from Oregon, Maryland, Utah, Colorado and Mexico, and most had 30 or 40 years of shooting experience. Siltberg and Wallace were just beginners.

With open arms Wallace and Siltberg arrived a day early before gathering for three days of competition at the Bliss Dinosaur Ranch located about an hour north of Gillette, Wyo. The first two days featured one two-hour course in the morning and another twohour course in the afternoon. On the third day, teams competed against each other.

With some sections up to two miles long, Siltberg and Wallace sometimes jogged to each shooting station as some

were up to one-fourth mile apart.

“You are under the clock, two hours long. For every minute under, you get bonus,” Wallace explained.

They encountered pistol targets up to 50 yards, carbine shooting up to 500 yards and rifle shooting up to 1,000 yards, all under the watchful eye of a range officer to record scores and enforce match rules.

At the end of competition, Wallace and Siltberg managed to take fifth out of 10 different scores. The entry fee alone was $600 but they came home with a $200 cash prize and much more than they bargained for. Chuck McIntosh, owner of Mac’s Gunworks in Gillette, offered the boys a chance to visit for two weeks before the competition next year to spend time in his shop, where he customizes rifles and handguns. Both Wallace and Siltberg ex-

LEADER SPORTS SCOREBOARD FALUN CHURCH SOFTBALL LEAGUE Standings

Team Overall Siren Assembly 9-1 Calvary Covenant 8-2 Webster Baptist 6-4 Falun Churches 6-4 Faith Lutheran 5-5 Frederic Free 5-5 Trade Lake Baptist 4-6 New Hope Lutheran 4-6 W.Sweden/Zion Lutheran 3-7 Siren Covenant/Bethany 3-7 Trade River Free 3-8 Scores Thursday, August 2 Siren Assembly 22, Siren Covenant/Bethany 10 Trade River Free 5, Faith Lutheran 0 (forfeit) New Hope Lutheran 21, Falun Churches 14 Friday, August 3 W.Sweden/Zion Lutheran 7, Trade Lake Baptist 3 Calvary Covenant 10, Webster Baptist 6

SIREN MEN’S SLOW-PITCH LEAGUE Standings

Team Bon Ton Edina Realty Chell Well Pour House St. Croix Wayne’s Lake Lena Sundown True Quality Auto Body

Scores Wednesday, August 1 Sundown 28, True Quality Auto Body 11 Bon Ton 27, Lake Lena 12 Bon Ton 22, Edina Realty 20 Chell Well 28, Wayne’s 15 Pour House 10, St. Croix 4

Overall 11-2 10-3 10-3 9-4 5-7 3-10 3-10 4-10 4-10

SIREN WOMEN’S SLOW-PITCH LEAGUE

Standings Team Overall Beehive 12-1 Coyland Creek 10-3 Smith Family Eye Care 9-3 Kris’ Pheasant Inn 6-7 Top Spot Tavern 5-4 Trap Rock 3-1 Big Butz BBQ 3-10 Maurer Construction 2-10 Best Western 2-11 Scores Monday, August 6 Big Butz BBQ 21, Maurer Construction 3 Kris’ Pheasant Inn 29, Best Western 9 Best Western 13, Big Butz BBQ 12 Beehive 22, Top Spot Tavern 6 Coyland Creek 18, Smith Family Eye Care 14 Smith Family Eye Care 23, Kris’ Pheasant Inn 17

SUMMER BOWLING LEAGUE McKenzie Lanes Thursday Night Mixed (08/02/12) Standings: Don’s Boys 58, Boyd’s Outdoor Sports 49, Denny’s Downtown Lanes 49, MMOO 43, McKenzie Lanes 38, Cutting Edge Pro 36, Try Hards 35, B S’ ers 32. Men’s games: Dennis McKenzie 269, Brad Gregory 266, Chris Olson 238.

Men’s series: Brad Gregory 692, Ed Bitler 682, Chris Olson 665. Women’s games: Kelly Oryan 189, Rita Frandsen 177, Brenda Lehmann 172. Women’s series: Kelly Oryan 515, Toni Sloper 484, Rita Frandsen 456.

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pressed interest in someday working with guns, or manufacturing guns through CNC machining and lathe work.

“A shooting career would also be fine,” said Wallace, who was a bit starstruck when he met Darrell Holland, who was also competing. Holland is regarded as one of the best in long-range shooting and shooting in general, and Wallace learned quite a bit about shooting through some of Holland’s videos. Holland also teaches shooting classes for up to a $2,000 entry fee, but offered Wallace and Siltberg a two-for-one special if they wanted to take one of his courses in the future. Other shooters also offered to help.

During the competition, when it became clear that Siltberg’s scope was not working the way it was supposed to, a brother of McIntosh loaned them a $1,500 scope to use so they could finish out the course.

After the shoot, Holland offered them a direct number to the manufacturer so they didn’t need to go through customer service to get it fixed.

“Everybody just saw a lot of potential in us and just want us to come back next year. They think we could maybe get a career out of shooting. Maybe, I don’t know,” said Siltberg.

Along with ranch owner Frank Bliss, McIntosh and other competitors were impressed they were both using .308s, and the fact they were eager enough to compete against many professional shooters who had a lot more money in custom guns and scopes than either Wallace or Siltberg. But they were just thankful to

gain a little respect, learn a bit more about shooting and gain valuable connections for a potential future career in the firearms business. After all, they are the future of the sport.

“What you learn, more or less, just comes from the chance to just shoot, and get the excuse to shoot and learn from your mistakes,” Wallace said.

Wounded Warriors Along with several prizes including a $250 gift certificate toward a custom stock, a $300 custom rifle accessory, training classes and even free custom work offered

by McIntosh, there was a larger purpose during the competition. It was a chance for Wallace, Siltberg and others to help to raise money for the Wounded Warriors Project. Half of the proceeds from the competition went directly to helping wounded military veterans and their families, and one of the competitors had been awarded six Purple Hearts.

Along with helping the Wounded Warriors Project, Wallace and Siltberg were simply glad to be able to shoot, which is one of the main reasons they got into the sport in the first place.

“That’s the nice thing about the competition. It gives you an excuse to keep shooting,” Siltberg said, and Wallace agreed.

“What you learn, more or less, just comes from the chance to just shoot, and get the excuse to shoot and learn from your mistakes.”

Donation to Grantsburg Watercross Val Fisk, manager of T-Dawgs Bar and Grill, presents Rick Quimby, director of the Grantsburg Watercross and president of Grantsburg Youth Hockey Association, with a $500 donation to help support the World Championship Snowmobile Watercross which brings tens of thousands of people to Grantsburg. This event was held Friday-Sunday, July 20-22, at Memory Lake Park in Grantsburg. – Photo submitted

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Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma or equivalent, have six months of retail sales and/or cash handling experience, and possess the ability to cross-sell bank products on a daily basis.

Attn.: Manager

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Visit any of our bank offices to complete an application.

Or, send or e-mail your resume to:

144 Washington St. N. St. Croix Falls, WI 54024 E-mail: careers.nwr@bankmutual.com Equal Opportunity Employer

(Aug. 1, 8, 15) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff vs.

Edwin N. Daniels 3505 Reynard Way #39 San Diego, California 92103, Michele R. Daniels 3505 Reynard Way #39 San Diego, California 92103, Central Bank, a Minnesota banking corporation, 2104 Hastings Avenue Newport, Minnesota 55055, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation, Defendants Case Type: 30404 Case No: 12CV122 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment, and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action on June 1, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: August 23, 2012, at 10 a.m.

TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to Sheriff at sale in certified funds, with the balance due and owing on the date of confirmation of the sale by the Court.

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

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: Part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4 of NE 1/4), Section Twenty-four (24), Township Thirty-five (35) North, Range Seventeen (17) West, Town of Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin, described in Volume 544 Records, page 357.

Together with an easement for ingress and egress as recorded in Volume 729 Records, page 729 as Document No. 562949.

Parcel 2: The Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SW 1/4 of NE 1/4), Section Twenty-four (24), Township Thirty-five (35) North, Range Seventeen (17) West, Town of Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin, EXCEPT that parcel described in Volume 904 Records, page 764; also described as: The Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SW 1/4 NE 1/4), Section 24, Township 35

NOTICE

TOWN OF LaFOLLETTE MONTHLY MEETING The Monthly Board Meeting For The Town Of LaFollette Will Be Held At The LaFollette Town Hall On Mon., August 13, 2012, At 7:30 p.m.

Agenda Verification of Posting Clerk’s Minutes Treasurer’s Report Resident Issues Road Items Road Bids Pay Bills and look at correspondence Linda Terrian, Clerk

North, Range 17 West, EXCEPT that parcel described in Volume 904 Records, page 764, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Part of the Southeast Quarter of Northeast Quarter (SE 1/4 of NE 1/4) and in part of the Southwest Quarter of Northeast Quarter (SW 1/4 NE 1/4), Section 24, Township 35 North, Range 17 West of the Fourth Principal Meridian, Town of Milltown, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Beginning at the East 1/4 corner of said Section 24; thence North 88 degrees 45’ 05” West, along the South line of said SE 1/4 of NE 1/4 and along the South line of said SW 1/4 of NE 1/4, 1841.50 feet; thence leaving said South lines, North 660.16 feet; thence South 88 degrees 45’ 05” East, a distance of 1,093.39 feet; thence North 32 degrees 43’ 28” East 274.26 feet; thence South 78 degrees 13’ 33” East 612.56 feet to the East line of said SE 1/4 of NE 1/4 thence South, along said East line, 782.19 feet to the point of beginning.

AND INCLUDING Part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4 NE 1/4) Section 24, Township 35 North, Range 17 West, described in Volume 544 Records, page 357, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Part of the NE 1/4 of the NE 1/4, Section 24, Township 35 North of Range 17 West, described as follows: Commencing 990 feet South of the Northeast corner of the NE 1/4 of NE 1/4, Section 2435-17, thence South 330 feet; thence West 1320 feet; thence North 330 feet; thence East 1320 feet to the point of beginning, Polk County, Wisconsin.

Together with an easement for ingress and egress as recorded in Volume 729 Records page 729, Document No. 562949 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin.

(FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 2073A 120th Street, Milltown, Wisconsin.)

Dated this 23rd day of July, 2012.

Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wis. THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: Anastasi & Associates, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#15945 566383 WNAXLP

CLAM FALLS TOWNSHIP

The Comprehensive Planning Committee will meet monthly in 2012. Each scheduled meeting will be on the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. in the township hall.

For Additional Information, Call: Perry Karl 715-653-4247 Brad Olson 715-327-4614

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(Aug. 1, 8, 15) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs.

Robin J. Schul f/k/a Robin J. Carlson 226 Meadow Lark Lane Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Leanne M. Berglund f/k/a LeAnne M. Bruggeman P.O. Box 597 Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation, Defendants.

Case Type: 30404 Case No. 12CV397 PUBLICATION SUMMONS THE STATE OF WISCONSIN TO ROBIN J. SCHUL F/K/A ROBIN J. CARLSON: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that Plaintiff, Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you.

WITHIN forty (40) days after August 1, 2012, you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the Complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the Polk County Clerk of Court, Polk County Justice Center, whose address is 1005 West Main Street, Suite 300, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin 54810, and to Plaintiff’s attorneys, Anastasi & Associates, P.A., whose address is 14985 60th Street North, Stillwater, Minnesota 55082.

You may have an attorney help or represent you.

If you do not demand a copy of the Complaint within forty (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 may in the future, and may also be enforced or garnishment or seizure of property.

Dated: July 25, 2012.

ANASTASI & ASSOCIATES, P.A. Garth G. Gavenda, #1079588 David C. Anastasi, #1027144 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 Telephone: (651) 439-2951 Attorneys for Plaintiff 566524 #16267 WNAXLP

REQUEST FOR BIDS

The Town of Lincoln, Burnett County, Wisconsin, will be receiving bids until 7 p.m., Monday, August 13, 2012, for the following: Approximately 3,260 yards of class 5 gravel supplied, spread and compacted to 6” thick, 20’ wide and approximately 1 mile long on Klarquist Road between County Road D and North Fork Dike Road and also the same on .3 mile of Welsh Road between Perida Road and the town line. The Town of Lincoln will supply a grader and operator for leveling and shaping.

Bids will be opened by the Town Board at approximately 7:15 p.m. on Monday, August 13, 2012. Please mark the outside of your envelope: GRAVEL BID. For more information, please contact Steve Washkuhn, Town Chairman, at 715-866-4201. Mail your bid to P.O. Box 296, Webster, WI 54893.

The Town of Lincoln reserves the right to reject any or all of the bids or to accept the bid they deem most advantageous to the town and to waive any irregularities in the proposal process.

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TOWN OF McKINLEY

The monthly Board meeting for the Town of McKinley will be held on Tuesday, August 14, 2012, at 7 p.m. Agenda will be posted. 566667 51L Town of McKinley Deborah Grover, Clerk

(July 25, Aug. 1, 8) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a federal credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff vs.

Charles A. Otto 826 55th Street Clayton, Wisconsin 54004, Thomas L. Jonas 1913 Miller Street, Apt. 72 La Crosse, Wisconsin 54601, Tamara J. Jonas 1913 Miller Street, Apt. 72 La Crosse, Wisconsin 54601, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation, Defendants Case Type: 30404 Case No: 12CV77 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Amended Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action on July 11, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: Thursday, August 16, 2012, at 10 a.m.

TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to Sheriff at sale in certified funds, with the balance due and owing on the date of confirmation of the sale by the Court.

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

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 3191 recorded in Volume 14 of Certified Survey Maps, page 213, Document No. 603211, located in NW 1/4 of SE 1/4, Section 19, Township 33 North, Range 15 West, Town of Clayton, Polk County, Wis. (FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 826 55th Street, Clayton, Wisconsin.)

Dated this 19th day of July, 2012.

Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wis. THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: Anastasi & Associates, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#15957 565999 WNAXLP

TOWN OF MILLTOWN Plan Committee Meeting

Mon., Aug. 13, 2012, 6:30 p.m.

Milltown Fire Hall Virgil Hansen, Clerk

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Monthly Board Meeting Monday, August 13, at 7 p.m.

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Notices/employment opportunities

(July 4, 11, 18, 25, Aug. 1, 8) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Central Bank, a Minnesota banking corporation 304 Cascade Street Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Plaintiff, vs.

Glen Johnson Construction, Inc., a Minnesota corporation 118 East Chestnut Street, #1 Stillwater, Minnesota 55082, Glen E. Johnson 433 County Road A Hudson, Wisconsin 54016, Citizens State Bank, a Wisconsin state bank 375 Stageline Road P.O. Box 247 Hudson, Wisconsin 54016 John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation, Defendants.

Case Type: 30404 Case No. 12CV157 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment, and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action on June 15, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DAY/DATE/TIME: Thursday, August 16, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to Sheriff at sale in certified funds, with the balance due and owing on the date of confirmation of the sale by the Court.

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

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot 2 of Certified Survey Map No. 106 filed in Volume “1” of Certified Survey Maps, page 107, being part of Lot 8 of Warren Park Addition to the Town of Alden, Polk County, Wisconsin.

(FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property PID is 002-02112-0000).

Dated this 25th day of June, 2012.

Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wis. THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI & ASSOCIATES, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#16079

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(Aug. 8, 15, 22) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Central Bank, a Minnesota banking corporation, 304 Cascade Street P.O. Box 188 Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Plaintiff, vs.

Ralph W. Pullmann, a/k/a/ Ralph W. Pullman, 13020 East 47th Avenue Circle Denver, Colorado 80239, Adventure Investments Osceola, LLC, 1627 North 34th Street, Suite 1 Superior, Wisconsin 54880, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation, Defendants.

Case No. 12CV370 Case Type: 30404 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, Order for Judgment, and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action on July 17, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: August 30, 2012, at 10:00 a.m.

TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to Sheriff at sale in certified funds, with the balance due and owing on the date of confirmation of the sale by the Court.

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

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN MILL LOT B (SOMETIMES WRITTEN SIMPLE LOT B), BEING A PART OF THE SE 1/4 OF SW 1/4 OF SECTION 28-33-16, CITY OF AMERY, MORE PARTICULARILY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH BOUNDARY LINE OF BIRCH STREET, 337 FEET EAST OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF BLOCK 6, ORIGINAL PLAT OF VILLAGE (NOW CITY) OF AMERY, THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID BLOCK 6, 150 FEET, THENCE EAST PARALLEL WITH BIRCH STREET, 75 FEET THENCE NORTH PARALELL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID BLOCK 6, 150 FEET, THENCE WEST PARALLEL WITH BIRCH STREET 75 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, POLK COUNTY, WISCONSIN. (FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 128 Birch Street East, Amery, Wisconsin) Dated this 30th day of July, 2012.

Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI & ASSOCIATES, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#16218 567027 WNAXLP

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GENERAL STUDIES - HEALTH SCIENCES INSTRUCTOR ADJUNCT FACULTY

Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College All Locations WITC is seeking candidates for a part-time Health Sciences Instructor at any of the WITC Campus locations. Teaching responsibilities may include general anatomy and physiology, advanced anatomy and physiology, microbiology, chemistry, pathophysiology and natural sciences.

Deadline to apply: August 15, 2012 WISCONSIN For a complete list of qualifications INDIANHEAD and to apply, visit our Web site at TECHNICAL www.witc.edu/employ. 566304 40a,d,e 41b,c COLLEGE TTY 711 51r,L WITC is an equal opportunity/access/employer and educator.

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ROOF BIDS WANTED

Burnett County Housing Authority will accept bids to replace a shingled roof on a single-family home in the Village of Grantsburg. Work to include removal and disposal of existing roof materials and installation of new roof materials. Contact Mark Olsen, Executive Director, at 715-866-8231 for the project requirements.

Sealed bids are to be submitted to Burnett County Housing Authority, 7350 East Main Street, P.O. Box 41, Webster, Wisconsin 54893 no later than 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2012. Bids received will then be opened publicly and read aloud.

The Owner shall have the right to reject any or all Bids, to waive inforinformalities or irregularities in a Bid received, and to accept the Bid which, in the Owner’s judgment, is in the Owner’s best interest.

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REQUEST FOR ROAD SEAL-COATING BIDS Town of Balsam Lake Polk County, Wisconsin

Thurs., Aug. 16, 7 p.m.

Town Hall

Agenda: 1. Reading of the minutes 2. Treasurer’s report 3. Review and pay bills 4. Discuss and act on moratorium for frac sand 5. Patrolman’s report Any additional agenda will be posted in the Luck Town Hall and clerk’s office.

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The Polk County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, August 28, 2012, at the Government Center in Balsam Lake, WI. The Board will call the public hearing to order at 8:30 a.m., recess at 8:45 a.m. to view the sites and will reconvene at 11 a.m. at the Government Center in Balsam Lake, WI. At that time, the applicant will inform the Board of their request. (THE APPLICANT MUST APPEAR AT 11 A.M. WHEN THE BOARD RECONVENES AT THE GOVERNMENT CENTER.) KEVIN LINDUS requests a Special Exception to Article 8D1(a) of the Polk County Shoreland Protection Zoning Ordinance to establisha tourist rooming house. Property affected is: 2006 Baker Rd., Lot 8, Oak Park, Section 22/T35N/R16W, Town of Georgetown, Big Blake Lake (class 1).

MICHAEL THIELEN requests a variance to Article 11C, Table 1 of the Polk County Shoreland Protection Zoning Ordinance to build a deck less than 100’ from the ordinary high-water mark. Property affected is: 2591 64th St., Lot 13, CSM #1585, Sec. 25/T36N/R16W, 566974 51-52L 41a,d Town of Bone Lake, Lamont Lake (class 3).

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NOTICE PARTISAN PRIMARY ELECTION

Town of Alden Voting at: Alden Town Hall (Located 1 mile east of Hwy. 65 on Cty. Rd. C & CC) Judy Demulling, Clerk - 715-248-7859 Town of Apple River Voting at: Apple River Town Hall 612 U.S. Hwy. 8, Amery Gloria Stokes - Clerk, 715-268-9275 Town of Balsam Lake Voting at: Balsam Lake Town Hall & Shop (Located at 1494 150th Ave., intersection of 150th Ave. & 150th St.) Brian Masters, Clerk - 715-554-2091 Town of Bone Lake Voting at: Bone Lake Lutheran Church (1/2 mile S. of Hwy. 48, corner of Cty. Rd. I & 255th Ave.) Darrell Frandsen, Clerk - 715-472-8212 Town of Clam Falls Voting at: Clam Falls Town Hall (County Road I to 320th Avenue, east to 80th Street, then south 1/4 mile - hall on east side of street) Betty L. Knutson, Clerk - 715-653-4206 Town of Eureka Voting at: Eureka Town Garage 2395 210th Ave. Michelle Tonnar, Clerk - 715-646-2985 Town of Farmington Voting at: Farmington Town Hall (Located 1/4 mile west of Hwy. 35 on 30th Ave.) Debbie Swanson, Clerk - 715-294-2370 Town of Garfield Voting at: Garfield Town Hall (Next to Fire Hall, in Wanderoos) Sue Knutson, Clerk - 715-268-4857 Town of Georgetown Voting at: Town Hall (Located corner of Cty. Rds. H & I) Kristine Lindgren, Clerk - 715-857-5788 Town of Laketown Voting at: Cushing Community Center (Located at 2410 241st St., Cushing School) Patsy Gustafson, Clerk - 715-648-5569

Town of Lorain Voting at: Lorain Town Hall (Located at the intersection of 20th St. & 345th Ave., next to fire hall) Susan Hughes, Clerk - 715-653-2629 Town of Luck Voting at: Luck Town Hall (Located at St. Rd. 48, next to Luck Medical Clinic) Lloyd Nelson, Clerk - 715-472-2037 Town of McKinley Voting at: McKinley Town Hall (Located at Corner of Hwy. 48 and 15th St.) Deborah Grover, Clerk - 715-822-3864 Town of Milltown Voting at: Milltown Fire Hall (Located at 127 Eider St., on Hwy. 35 north of Milltown) Virgil Hansen, Clerk - 715-825-2494 Town of Osceola Voting at: Town Hall (516 East Ave. N, Dresser) Lorraine Rugroden, Clerk/Treas. - 715-755-3060 Town of St. Croix Falls Voting at: St. Croix Falls Town Hall (Intersection of U.S. Hwy. 8 and 200th St.) Janet Krueger, Clerk - 715-483-1851 Town of Sterling Voting at: Cushing Community Center (From Hwy. 87 turn by Holiday (Cty. Rd. N), go straight onto 241st St.) Julie Peterson, Clerk - 715-488-2735 Town of West Sweden Voting at: West Sweden Town Hall (Located in Frederic, off Hwy. 48 W., on (N.) 3rd Ave.) Andrea Lundquist, Clerk - 715-327-8650 Village of Dresser Voting at: Municipal Office (Located on the corner of Main St. and Central Ave., 2 blocks off of State Rd. 35) Jodi A. Gilbert, Clerk - 715-755-2940 Village of Frederic Voting at: Frederic Village Hall (107 Hope Road West , 1/2 block west of Hwy. 35) Kristi Swanson, Clerk - 715-327-4294 Village of Luck Voting at: Luck Village Hall (401 South Main St.) Kevin Kress, Clerk - 715-472-2221 Village of Osceola Voting at: Osceola High School Auditorium Neil J. Soltis, Clerk - 715-294-3498

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At the Primary Election to be held on August 14, 2012, in Polk County, Wisconsin, the following polling place locations will be used for the municipalities indicated.

Polling places will open at 7 a.m. and will close at 8 p.m.

Voters must be registered before they may vote. You may already be registered.

If you have any questions concerning your polling place, or registering, contact the municipal clerk prior to the election.

All polling places are accessible to elderly and disabled voters.

City of St. Croix Falls Voting at: City Hall (Located at 710 Hwy. 35 South, intersection of U.S. Hwy. 8 & Hwy. 35 S.) Bonita Leggitt, Clerk - 715-483-3929, ext. 11

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Notice is hereby given that the Town of Balsam Lake is accepting bids for seal coating at the following locations in the town of Balsam Lake: (1) 120th Street from Highway 8 north to 140th Avenue (2 miles). (2) 130th Avenue. (3) 165th Street. (4) 180th Street. (5) Leland Lane. Total of 6 miles. For information and specifications, please call Brad Mabry at (715) 485-3844. All bids to be considered must be received by 5 p.m., August 18, 2012.

Please mail or deliver your bid to: Town of Balsam Lake,c/o Brad Mabry, 1493 160th Street, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024.

Bids will be opened at the regular meeting of the Town Board to be held on Monday, August 20, 2012, at 8 p.m. The Town Board reserves the right to accept or reject any, any part of, and/or all bids and further reserves the right to award the bid in the best interest of the Town of Balsam Lake.

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NOTICE NOTICE OF HEARING TOWN OF LUCK BOARD MEETING

SHEAR SPA AND TANNING STYLIST

Apply in person - See Sherrie

Shear Spa and Tanning

2 2 01 G l a c i e r D r i ve , S u i te 4 , S t . C r o i x Fa l l s

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TOWN OF ST. CROIX FALLS Polk County, Wisconsin www.townofstcroixfalls.org

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ATV/UTV ORDINANCE

FREDERIC & SIREN SUBWAY NOW HIRING

August 15, 2012, 7 p.m.

The Town Board of the town of St. Croix Falls will hold a public hearing at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, August 15, 2012, at the town hall located at 1305 200th Street & U.S. Hwy. 8, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin, for the purpose of considering an ATV/UTV Ordinance. Drafts of the proposed ordinance are available at the town hall as well as on the town’s Web site: www.townofstcroixfalls.org.

Written evidence, testimony or comments, if any, must be delivered in person or by mail to the town hall.

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Apply Online:

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SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LUCK FREE/REDUCED MEAL PROGRAM RELEASE STATEMENT

The School District of Luck today announced its policy for children unable to pay the full price of meals served under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program. The school district office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by any interested party.

The following household size and income criteria will be used for determining eligibility.

Children from families whose annual income is at or below the levels shown are eligible for free and reduced price meals.

FAMILY SIZE INCOME SCALE For Determining Eligibility for Free and Reduced Price Meals Or Milk Family

(Household) Size

ANNUAL INCOME LEVEL Free Reduced Price

Must be at or below figure listed

1 $14,521 2 19,669 3 24,817 4 29,965 5 35,113 6 40,261 7 46,409 8 50,557 For each additional household member, add +5,148

Must be at or between figures listed

$14,521.01 & 19,669.01 & 24,817.01 & 29,965.01 & 35,113.01 & 40,261.01 & 46,409.01 & 50,557.01 &

MONTHLY INCOME LEVEL Free Reduced Price

Must be at or below figure listed

Must be at or between figures listed

$20,665 27,991 35,317 42,643 49,969 57,295 64,621 71,947

$1,211 1,640 2,069 2,498 2,927 3,356 3,785 4,214

$1,211.01 & 1,640.01 & 2,069.01 & 2,498.01 & 2,927.01 & 3,356.01 & 3,785.01 & 4,214.01 &

$1,723 2,333 2,944 3,554 4,165 4,775 5,386 5,996

+5,148 & +7,326

+429

+429 &

+611

Application forms are being sent to all homes with a notice to parents or guardians. To apply for free or reduced price meals, households must fill out the application and return it to the school (unless notified at the start of the school year that children are eligible through direct certification). Additional copies are available at the office in each school. The information provided on the application will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility and may be verified at any time during the school year by agency or other program officials. Applications may be submitted at any time during the year.

To obtain free or reduced price meals for children in a household where one or more household members receive FoodShare, FDPIR or Wisconsin Works (W-2) cash benefits, list the household member and the FoodShare, FDPIR or W-2 case number, list the names of all schoolchildren, sign the application and return it to the school office.

For the school officials to determine eligibility for free or reduced price meals of households not receiving FoodShare, FDPIR or W-2 cash benefits, the household must provide the following information requested on the application: names of all household members and the adult signing the application form must also list the last four digits of his or her Social Security number or write “none” if they do not have a Social Security number. Also, the income received by each household member must be provided by amount and source (wages, welfare, child support, etc.).

Under the provisions of the free and reduced price meal policy, Junellyn Anderson will review applications and determine eligibility. If a parent or guardian is dissatisfied with the ruling of the official, he/she may wish to discuss the decision with the determining official on an informal basis. If the parent/guardian wishes to make a formal appeal, he/she may make a request either orally or in writing to: Rick Palmer, District Administrator, 715-472-2151, Ext. 106.

If a hearing is needed to appeal the decision, the policy contains an outline of the hearing procedure.

If a household member becomes unemployed or if the household size changes, the family should contact the school. Such changes may make the household eligible for reduced price meals or free meals if the household income falls at or below the levels shown above, and they may reapply at that time.

Children formally placed in foster care are also eligible for free meal benefits. Foster children may be certified as eligible without a household application. Households with foster children and nonfoster children may choose to include the foster child as a household member, as well as any personal income available to the foster child, on the same application that includes their nonfoster children.

The information provided by the household on the application is confidential. Public Law 103448 limits the release of student free and reduced price school meal eligibility status to persons directly connected with the administration and enforcement of federal or state educational programs. Consent of the parent/guardian is needed for other purposes such as waiver of textbook fees.

In accordance with Federal Law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call toll-free 888-632-9992 (voice).

Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at 800-877-8339; or 800-845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Notices/employment opportunities

NOTICE TOWN OF DANIELS MONTHLY BOARD MEETING The Monthly Town Board Meeting will be held Wed., Aug. 15, 2012, at 7 p.m., at Daniels Town Hall.

AGENDA: Minutes & treasurer report; town truck; town ins.; County Emergency Director; UTV and Drug Ordinances; payment of town bills and any other business properly brought before board. Agenda will be posted at Daniels Town Hall 24 hours before meeting. Visit Daniels Township Web site www.townofdaniels.org Liz Simonsen, Clerk 566954 51L

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE

Part-time position available with Burnett County in N.W. Wisconsin. www.burnettcounty.com for further details or 715-349567006 2181. Application deadline Aug. 17, 2012. EOE. 51-52L, 41a,b,c

POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Meal Site Manager $12.95/hr.

Milltown Dining Site Limited part time 10 to 14 hr./week Deadline to apply: Aug. 13, 2012 YOU MUST COMPLETE A POLK CO. EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For application, complete position requirements and details, please visit our Web site at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities, or in person at 100 Polk Co. Plaza, #229, Balsam Lake or Golden Age Manor, Attn.: Sue Reed, 220 Scholl Ct., Amery or by calling 715-485-9176.

Please, no faxed applications. AA/EEOC 567045 51L

NOTICE OF PARTISAN PRIMARY AND SAMPLE BALLOTS August 14, 2012

OFFICE OF THE BURNETT COUNTY CLERK TO THE ELECTORS OF BURNETT COUNTY: Notice is hereby given of a partisan primary to be held in the several wards in Burnett County, on the 14th day of August, 2012, at which the nominees for the offices named below shall be chosen.

The names of the candidates for each office, whose nominations have been certified to or filed in this office, are given under the title of the office under the appropriate party or other designation, each in its proper column, together with the questions submitted to a vote, for a referendum, if any, in the sample ballot below.

INFORMATION TO ELECTORS Upon entering the polling place, and before being permitted to vote, an elector shall state his or her name and address and sign the poll list before being permitted to vote. If an elector is not registered to vote, an elector may register to vote at the polling place serving his or her residence if the elector provides proof of residence. Where ballots are distributed to electors, the initials of two inspectors must appear on the ballot. Upon being permitted to vote, the elector shall retire alone to a voting booth and cast his or her ballot except that an elector who is a parent or guardian may be accompanied by the elector’s minor child or minor ward. An election official may inform the elector of the proper manner for casting a vote, but the official may not in any manner advise or indicate a particular voting choice.

At the partisan primary the elector shall select the party of his or her choice.

WHERE PAPER BALLOTS ARE USED Where paper ballots are used, the elector shall choose the ballot of the party of his or her choice. The elector shall then make a cross (X) in the square next to the name of the candidate of his or her choice for each office for which he or she intends to vote on the ballot of his or her choice. To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, the elector shall write in the name of the person of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote. On referendum questions, the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square next to “yes” if in favor of the question, or the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square next to “no” if opposed to the question.

WHERE TOUCH SCREEN VOTING SYSTEMS ARE USED Where touch screen voting systems are used, the elector shall touch the screen next to the party of his or her choice. The elector shall then touch the screen next to the name of the candidate of his or her choice for each office for which he or she intends to vote. To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, the elector shall type in the name of the person of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote. On referendum questions, the elector shall touch the screen next to “yes” if in favor of the question or the elector shall touch the screen next to “no” if opposed to the question.

The vote should not be cast in any other manner. If the elector spoils a paper ballot, he or she shall return it to an election official who shall issue another ballot in its place, but not more than three ballots shall be issued to any one elector. If the ballot has not been initialed by two inspectors or is defective in any other way, the elector shall return it to the election official, who shall issue a proper ballot in its place. The elector may spoil a touch screen ballot at the voting station before the ballot is cast. Not more than five minutes’ time shall be allowed inside a voting booth. Sample ballots or other materials to assist the elector in casting his or her vote may be taken into the booth and copied. The sample ballot shall not be shown to anyone so as to reveal how the ballot is marked.

After casting his or her vote, the elector shall leave the voting booth and properly deposit the ballot.

After an official paper ballot is marked, it shall be folded so the inside marks do not show, but so the printed endorsements and inspectors’ initials on the outside do show. The elector shall then leave the booth, deposit the ballot in the ballot box, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit. The elector shall discard unused partisan ballots in a locked discard box. The elector shall leave the polling place promptly.

After an official Touch Screen ballot is marked, the elector shall leave the polling place promptly.

An elector may select an individual to assist in casting his or her vote if the elector declares to the presiding official that he or she is unable to read, has difficulty reading, writing or understanding English or that due to disability is unable to cast his or her ballot. The selected individual rendering assistance may not be the elector’s employer or an agent of that employer or an officer or agent of a labor organization which represents the elector.

The following is a sample of the official ballots:

The Following Sample Ballot Screen Shot Is A Sample Of A Ballot Which Would Be Voted On The SVRS Handicapped Accessible Voting Machine Available For Use At All Polling Locations

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Notices/employment opportunities 2ND-SHIFT CUSTODIANS/ SUB BUS DRIVER

Position: Unity School District announces the opening of 2 full-time, 2nd-shift Custodial/Sub Driver positions.

Qualifications Necessary: Strong mechanical aptitude; strong work ethic and problem-solving skills.

Requirements: High school diploma; CDL with school-bus endorsement or ability to obtain.

How to Apply: Qualified, interested persons should apply by sending a letter of application, district application (available at www.unity.k12.wi.us), resume, copy of license or evidence of license eligibility and three (3) letters of recommendation to: Brandon W. Robinson, District Administrator Unity School District 1908 150th Street, Hwy. 46 North Balsam Lake, WI 54810-7267 Deadline: August 17, 2012 E.O.E. Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability. 567000 51L 41a,d

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NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING SCHOOL NURSE

Position: Unity School District announces the opening of a 9month contract school nurse position beginning with the 2012 - 2013 school year.

Requirements: Wisconsin licensure; BSN required. Prefer candidates with public health and/or school nursing experience. Certified Nurse Instructor certification is preferable.

Candidate must be friendly and possess a love for children in addition to the technical aspects such as: excellent personal organization skills, the ability to maintain confidentiality; as well as strong communication and assessment skills.

How to Apply: Qualified, interested persons should apply by sending a letter of application, District application (available at www.unity.k12.wi.us), resume, copy of license or evidence of license eligibility, transcripts and three (3) letters of recommendation to: Brandon W. Robinson, District Administrator Unity School District 1908 150th Street/Hwy. 46 North Balsam Lake, WI 54810-7267 Deadline: August 17, 2012 or until filled E.O.E.: Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.

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NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING

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SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL

Job Description: Full-time special education aide needed for the Frederic School District. Qualified candidate must possess the ability to work with diverse elementary student population. Additional duties specific to special needs students, including but not limited to feeding and toileting, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Other responsibilities include supervision of students in the cafeteria, on the playground and during arrival and dismissal.

Qualifications: Two years of study at an institution of higher education, and associate’s degree (or higher), advanced training in the instruction of reading, writing and math desirable. Ability to use word processing/ computer equipment helpful.

Interested candidates should send a letter of application, resume and credentials, references, transcripts, and current DPI license, if applicable to: Kelly Steen, Elementary Principal, Frederic School District, 305 Birch Street, Frederic, WI 54837. All phone inquiries may be directed to Kelly Steen, 715-327-4221.

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Wanda Hinrichs, Burnett County Clerk County Government Center, Room 150 7410 County Rd. K #105 Siren, WI 54872 715-349-2173

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NOTICE OF PARTISAN PRIMARY AND SAMPLE BALLOTS August 14, 2012

OFFICE OF THE POLK COUNTY CLERK TO THE ELECTORS OF POLK COUNTY: Notice is hereby given of a partisan primary to be held in Polk County on the August 14, 2012, at which the nominees for the offices named below shall be chosen. The names of the candidates for each office, whose nominations have been certified to or filed in this office, are given under the title of the office under the appropriate party or other designation, each in its proper column, together with the questions submitted to a vote, if any, in the sample ballots below.

INFORMATION TO ELECTORS Upon entering the polling place, an elector shall state his or her name and address and sign the poll book before being permitted to vote. If an elector is not registered to vote, an elector may register to vote at the polling place serving his or her residence if the elector provides proof of residence. Where ballots are distributed to electors, the initials of two inspectors must appear on the ballot. Upon being permitted to vote, the elector shall retire alone to a voting booth and cast his or her ballot except that an elector who is a parent or guardian may be accompanied by the elector’s minor child or minor ward. An election official may inform the elector of the proper manner for casting a vote, but the official may not in any manner advise or indicate a particular voting choice.

At the partisan primary the elector shall select the party of his or her choice.

Where paper ballots are used, the elector shall choose the ballot of the party of his or her choice.

The elector shall then make a cross (X) in the square next to the name of the candidate of his or her choice for each office for which he or she intends to vote on the ballot of his or her choice. To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, the elector shall write in the name of the person of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote. On referendum questions, the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square next to “yes” if in favor of the question, or the elector shall make a cross (X) in the square next to “no” if opposed to the question.

Where optical scan voting is used, the elector shall fill in the oval or connect the arrow next to the party of his or her choice. The elector shall then fill in the oval or connect the arrow next to the name of the candidate of his or her choice for each office for which he or she intends to vote under the party of his or her choice. To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, the elector shall write in the name of the person of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote, and fill in the oval or connect the arrow on the write-in line. On referendum questions, the elector shall fill in the oval or connect the arrow next to “yes” if in favor of the question, or the elector shall fill in the oval or connect the arrow next to “no” if opposed to the question.

Where touch screen voting systems are used, the elector shall touch the screen next to the party of his or her choice. The elector shall then touch the screen next to the name of the candidate of his or her choice for each office for which he or she intends to vote. To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, the elector shall type in the name of the person of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote. On referendum questions, the elector shall touch the screen next to “yes” if in favor of the question or the elector shall touch the screen next to “no” if opposed to the question.

The vote should not be cast in any other manner. If an elector spoils a paper or optical scan ballot, he or she shall return it to an election official who shall issue another ballot in its place, but not more than three ballots shall be issued to any one elector. If the ballot has not been initialed by two inspectors or is defective in any other way, the elector shall return it to the election official, who shall issue a proper ballot in its place. The elector may spoil a touch screen ballot at the voting station before the ballot is cast. Not more than five minutes’ time shall be allowed inside a voting booth.

Sample ballots or other materials to assist the elector in marking his or her vote may be taken into the booth and copied. The sample ballot shall not be shown to anyone so as to reveal how the ballot is marked.

After casting his or her vote, the elector shall leave the voting booth and properly deposit the ballot.

After an official paper ballot is marked, it shall be folded so the inside marks do not show, but so the printed endorsements and inspectors’ initials on the outside do show. The elector shall then deposit the voted ballot in the ballot box (or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit), deposit the unvoted ballots in the discard box, and promptly leave the polling place After an official optical scan ballot is marked, it shall be inserted in the security sleeve so the marks do not show. The elector shall then insert the ballot in the voting device and discard the sleeve, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit. If a central count system is used, the elector shall insert the ballot in the ballot box and discard the sleeve, or deliver the ballot to an inspector for deposit.

The elector shall leave the polling place promptly.

After an official touch screen ballot is marked, the elector shall leave the polling place promptly.

An elector may select an individual to assist in casting his or her vote if the elector declares to the presiding official that he or she is unable to read, has difficulty reading, writing or understanding English or that due to disability is unable to cast his or her ballot. The selected individual rendering assistance may not be the elector’s employer or an agent of that employer or an officer or agent of a labor organization which represents the elector.

The following is a sample of the official ballots:

The Official Ballots shall be the same except for the following District Changes: State Assembly District 75: Republican - Roger Rivard Democratic - Stephen Smith

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Notices/employment opportunities BONE LAKE MANAGEMENT DISTRICT ANNUAL MEETING Saturday, August 11, 2012, 9 a.m.

Wilkins Resort, Bone Lake

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Agenda: 1. Call meeting to order, introduce Commissioners and Guests - Robert E. Murphy, Chairman 2. Reading of minutes - Wayne Liepke, Secretary 3. Treasurer’s Report - Phil Foster, Treasurer 4. Guest speaker - Jessie Ashton, Warden Wis DNR 5. Committee Reports A. Comprehensive Lake Management Plan - Phil Foster, Chair - Cheryl Clemens, Consultant Subcommittee Reports A. Waterfront Runoff - Alex Chorewycz How the site visit assessment process works Cheryl Clemens B. Watershed - Ann Miller C. Wildlife and Natural Beauty - Karen Engelbretson D. Fisheries - Wayne Liepke E. Aquatic Plant Management Plan - Bob Boyd F. Communications Committee - Sue Schnaar G. Social Committee and Fireworks - Sue Schnaar 6. Recognition of Volunteers 7. Election of Commissioners A. Report of nominating Committee - Bob Boyd B. Appointment of tellers - Robert Murphy C. Election by ballot 8. Budget for fiscal year 2012-2013 9. Bone Lake Township - Wayne Shirley 10. Georgetown Township - Ron Ogren 11. Polk County - Brian Masters 12. Audit of books 2012 - Frank Schlick 13. Old Business 14. New Business 15. Adjournment *Commissioners meeting following adjournment of annual meeting to elect officers for the upcoming year.* 566556 50-51L

NOTICE OF MEETING Village of Frederic The regular Monthly Village Board Meeting will be held on Monday, August 13, 2012, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall, 107 Hope Road W. Agenda will be posted at the Village Hall.

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Follow the Leader NOTICE

The August meeting of the Village Board of Siren will be held Thursday, August 9, 2012, at 2 p.m. at the Village Hall.

Agenda posted.

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NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING

HIGH SCHOOL / MIDDLE SCHOOL LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE FAMILY & CONSUMER EDUCATION TEACHER Position: One full-time, twelve-week, long-term substitute position serving grades 6-12 starting September 4, 2012.

Qualifications Necessary: Qualified applicants of high character should possess a high level of content knowledge; believe all students can learn and that teachers play an active role in the learning process; display strong communication, leadership and organizational skills; enjoy working with teenagers; be willing to collaborate with colleagues; and be dedicated individuals who exhibit a strong desire to improve student learning.

Requirements: Applicants must have appropriate DPI licensure (210) or be eligible for such licensure.

How to Apply: Qualified, interested persons should apply by sending a letter of application, district application (available at www.unity.k12.wi.us), resume, copy of license or evidence of license eligibility, transcripts and three (3) letters of recommendation to: Brandon W. Robinson, District Administrator Unity School District 1908 150th Street, Hwy. 46 North Balsam Lake, WI 54810-7267 Deadline: August 14 or Until Filled E.O.E. Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability. 566998 51L 41a,d

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(July 25, Aug. 1, 8) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY First State Bank and Trust, Plaintiff, vs.

Larry Wayne Tjaden and Eileen Farrell-Tjaden, Defendants.

Case Code: 30404 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No. 11 CV 794 Hon. Molly E. GaleWyrick PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on the 8th day of February, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: August 16, 2012, 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: Front Entrance of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.

DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: A parcel of land located in the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter and the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter, Section 27, Township 34 North, Range 17 West, Town of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast Corner of Section 27; thence North 01º39’41” West 1,287.34 feet to the Southeast Corner of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter; thence South 88º43’04” West 1,316.32 feet to the Southwest Corner of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter; thence South 01º42’17” East 1,072.31 feet along the East line of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter being the point of beginning; thence South 01º42’17” East 94.00 feet along said East line to a point on the northerly right-ofway line of U.S. Highway 8;

thence south 89º14’22” West 1,111.38 feet along said rightof-way line to a meander line of Balsam Creek; thence North 29º24’40” West 680.12 feet along said meander line; thence North 11º32’38” West 33.00 feet; thence Easterly 644.95 feet on the arc of a circle concave to the South having a radius of 700.00 feet the chord of said arc bearing South 75º08’56” East 622.38 feet; thence South 48º45’14” East 234.18 feet; thence Southeasterly 424.40 feet on the arc of a circle concave to the Northeast and having a radius of 700.00 feet the chord of said arc bearing South 66º07’22” East 417.93 feet; thence South 83º29’31” East 291.12 feet to the point of beginning, including those lands lying between the meander line and the thread of Balsam Creek.

Parcel II: Together with a 66 foot wide ingress-egress and utility easement, the centerline of which is described as follows: Commencing at the southeast Corner of Section 27; thence South 88º19’35” West 1,128.76 feet along the South line of said section; thence North 03º33’00” East 76.53 feet to the North right-ofway line of U.S. Highway 8 and the point of beginning; thence continuing North 03º33’00” East 118.91 feet; thence North 83º29’31” West 497.68 feet; thence Northwesterly 424.40 feet on the arc of a circle concave to the Northeast and having a radius of 700.00 feet the chord of said arc bearing North 66º07’22” West 417.93 feet; thence North 48º45’14” West 234.18 feet; thence Westerly 644.95 feet on the arc of a circle concave to the South and having a radius of 700.00 feet the chord of said arc bearing North 75º08’56” West 622.38 feet and there terminating.

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1435F U.S. Hwy. 8, Amery. WI. Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County Stein & Moore, P.A. Attorneys for Plaintiff 332 Minnesota St., Ste. W-1650 St. Paul, MN 55101 565749 651-224-9683 WNAXLP

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PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO BE VOTED BY REFERENDUM ON TUES., AUG. 14, 2012 AN ORDINANCE DESIGNATING ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE ROUTES AND REGULATING THE OPERATION OF ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES Section 1 – Intent The Town of Georgetown adopts the following All-Terrain Vehicle Ordinance for the operation of all-terrain vehicles upon the roadways list in Section III. The Town Board reserves the right authority to rescind this ordinance if it deems it necessary.

Section 2 – Statutory Authority These routes are created pursuant to town authority under town board authority by 23.33 (8) (b), Wisconsin Statutes.

The applicable provision of 23.33, (ATV operation) pursuant to routes, are adopted.

Section 3 – Routes a. Georgetown Town Roads Section 4 – Conditions As a condition of the use of this route, the following conditions shall apply to all operators (and passengers where applicable): a. All ATV operators must have a valid driver’s license to operate on any ATV route. b. All ATV operators shall observe a 10-MPH speed limit. c. All ATV operators must remain on the roadway surface at all times, obeying all traffic laws. d. All ATVs operating on township roads must meet state ATV requirements. e. This ordinance will apply only to Georgetown town roads that are legally signed in accordance with NR 64.12 and NR 64.23 (7) (c). f. This ordinance is conditional upon private funding for proper signage of roads, to comply with “E” of this ordinance.

Section 5 – Enforcement This ordinance shall be enforced by any law enforcement officer authorized to enforce the laws of the state of Wisconsin. Any citizen has the right to report any ATV violation to the proper authorities.

Section 6 – Penalties Wisconsin State All-Terrain penalties as found in 23.33 (23) (a) of the Wisconsin State Statues are adopted by reference.

Section 7 – Severability If any provision of this ordinance or this application to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the invalidity does not affect other provision or application of this ordinance that can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end, the provisions of this ordinance are severable.

566598 50-51L 40-41a,d WNAXLP Section 8 – Effective date This ordinance is effective on publication or posting.

The town clerk shall properly publish this ordinance as required under s. 60.80, Wisconsin Statues.

PARTISAN PRIMARY AUGUST 14, 2012 LOCATION AND HOURS OF POLLING PLACES

The Partisan Primary will be held on Tuesday, August 14, 2012, in the State of Wisconsin. This notice of location and hours of polling places is published on behalf of the municipalities. Following is a list of polling place locations for Burnett County municipalities: Town of Anderson Town of Blaine Town of Daniels Town of Dewey Town of Grantsburg Town of Jackson Town of LaFollette Town of Lincoln Town of Meenon Town of Oakland Town of Roosevelt Town of Rusk

Town Hall Town Hall (Northland Comm Ctr.) Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall (Timberland Luth. Church) Town Hall

13808 Anderson Rd. 1232 E. School Rd. 9602 Daniels 70 Rd. 24433 Town Hall Rd. 23211 State Rd. 48/87 4599 County Rd. A 24184 Malone Rd. 9110 Perida Rd. 7396 Kruger Rd. 27826 Lone Pine Rd. 20805 Cty. Rd. H 25195 County Rd. H

Town of Sand Lake Town of Scott Town of Siren Town of Swiss Town of Trade Lake Town of Union Town of Webb Lake Town of West Marshland Town of Wood River Village of Grantsburg Village of Siren Village of Webster

Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Town Hall Village Hall Village Hall Community Center

5364 County Rd. X 28390 County Rd. H 7240 S. Long Lake Rd. 7551 Main Street 11811 Town Hall Rd. 9015 County Rd. F 31000 Namekagon Trail 12259 County Rd. F 11610 State Rd. 70 316 S. Brad St. 24049 First Ave. N. 7421 Main St. W.

The polls will open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. All of the polling places are accessible to elderly and disabled voters. If you have questions concerning your polling place, contact the municipal clerk: Town of Anderson Jessica King, Clerk 2773 185th St. Luck, WI 54853 715-472-4753 Town of Blaine Rita Ronnigen, Clerk 33426 North Mans Trail Minong, WI 54859 715-466-4884 Town of Daniels Liz Simonsen, Clerk 8851 Waldora Road Siren, WI 54872 715-349-2291 Town of Dewey Pamela Brown, Clerk 1148 Swiss Chalet Rd. Shell Lake, WI 54871 715-468-7111 Town of Grantsburg Romey Nelson, Clerk-Treasurer 118 E. Madison Avenue P.O. Box 642 Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-5600

Town of Jackson Lorraine Radke, Clerk 4742 County Rd. A Webster, WI 54893 715-866-8412 Town of LaFollette Linda Terrian, Clerk 23928 Malone Rd. Siren, WI 54872 715-349-2531 Town of Lincoln Wanda Washkuhn, Clerk 25603 Icehouse Bridge Road P.O. Box 296 Webster, WI 54893 715-866-4201 Town of Meenon Suzanna M. Eytcheson, Clerk 25863 E. Bass Lake Dr. Webster, WI 54893 715-866-4893 Town of Oakland Deanna Krause, Clerk 7426 W. Main St. P.O. Box 675 Webster, WI 54893 715-866-8213

Town of Roosevelt Patricia Hayden, Clerk 2997 County Road EE Shell Lake, WI 54871 715-468-2468 Town of Rusk Bonnie Harder, Clerk 26985 E. Benoit Lake Rd. Spooner, WI 54801 715-635-4723 Town of Sand Lake Peggy Tolbert, Clerk P.O. Box 165 Webster, WI 54893 715-222-9375 Town of Scott Kim Simon, Clerk 28390 County Rd. H Spooner, WI 54801 715-635-2308 Town of Siren Mary Hunter, Clerk 23340 Soderberg Rd. Siren, WI 54872 715-349-5119

Town of Swiss Judy Dykstra, Clerk 7551 Main St. P.O. Box 157 Danbury, WI 54830 Office: 715-656-3030 Town of Trade Lake Deborah Christian, Clerk 13361 St. Rd. 48 Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-488-2600 Town of Union David Olson, Clerk 8347 Grover Pt. Rd. Webster, WI 54893 715-866-4129 Town of Webb Lake Gail Keup, Clerk 2363 Escape Drive Webb Lake, WI 54830 715-259-3439 Town of West Marshland Margaret A. Hess, Clerk 25161 Spaulding Rd. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-2922

Town of Wood River Dawn Luke, Clerk 11097 Crosstown Rd. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-689-2296 Village of Grantsburg Jennifer Zeiler, Clerk 316 S. Brad St. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-2405 Village of Siren Ann Peterson, Clerk/Treasurer 24049 First Ave. P.O. Box 23 Siren, WI 54872 715-349-2273 Village of Webster Patrice Bjorklund, Clerk-Treasurer 7505 Main St. W. P.O. Box 25 Webster, WI 54893 715-866-4211

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SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL

Job Description: Full-time special education aide needed for the Luck School District. Qualified candidate must possess the ability to work with diverse elementary student population. Additional duties specific to special needs students, including but not limited to feeding and toileting, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Other responsibilities include supervision of students in the cafeteria, on the playground and during arrival and dismissal.

Qualifications: Two years of study at an institution of higher education, and associate’s degree (or higher), advanced training in the instruction of reading, writing and math desirable. Ability to use word processing/ 567028 51L computer equipment helpful.

Interested candidates should send a letter of application, resume and credentials, references, transcripts and current DPI license, if applicable to: Kristi Fenning, Director of Special Education, Luck School Distyrict, 810 7th Street South, Luck, WI 54853, or e-mail to kristif@lucksd.k12.wi.us. All phone inquiries may be directed to Kristi Fenning, 715-472-2152, Ext. 175.

FREDERIC BOARD OF EDUCATION Regular Meeting, Monday, July 23, 2012

President, Mr. Nelson, called the regular meeting of the Frederic Board of Education to order at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, July 23, 2012, in the 6-12 School Library.

Board members present: Mrs. Amundson, Mr. Engen, Mr. Holicky, Mrs. Matz and Mr. Nelson.

Administration present: Mr. Fitzgerald and Mr. Robinson. Mrs. Steen was absent.

Motion Holicky/Matz to approve the agenda and that the meeting was properly noticed. Motion carried 5-0.

Audience in attendance: Ethan Bergstrom and Gregg Westigard.

Reports of Officers: Motion Matz/Holicky to approve the 6-18-12 regular meeting minutes. Motion carried 5-0.

Mr. Nelson provided a summary of the closed session for the 618-12 regular meeting. Motion Matz/Engen to approve the above closed session minutes. Motion carried 5-0.

Invoices for June 2012 presented as follows: Regular invoices (10802-10867 & 38702-38709).........$356,146.18 Payroll account.............................................................$243,389.69 Mr. Engen presented the receipts for June 2012 totaling $742,262.51.

Motion Amundson/Matz to authorize and confirm the money payments of the invoices presented. Motion carried 5-0.

Mr. Robinson reviewed the 2011-2012 budget.

The Board and Administration will attend the Joint Pac/Board Member meeting at CESA 11 on July 30, 2012.

Reports of the Administration: A. Mr. Robinson presented the district report.

B. Mr. Fitzgerald presented the 6 - 12 School report.

C. Mrs. Steen submitted the Elementary School report.

D. Mr. Peterson submitted the buildings and grounds report.

E. No Food Service report.

New Business: A. CESA Meeting: Discussed under Board member reports.

B. WASB Educator Effectiveness Conference: Mr. Holicky will attend the conference in Green Bay on August 8, 2012.

C. Personnel 1. Resignation: Motion Holicky/Engen to accept Megan Carlson’s resignation. Motion carried 5-0.

2. Contracts: Motion Holicky/Engen to accept the contracts for Jeff Larcom, Cross-country Coach; Kim Gould, FTE Library Media Specialist; Ethan Bergstrom, FTE Hybrid Learning Program Coordinator; Cary Cardinal, FTE Math/ Science Teacher; Steven Adams, FTE Business Education Teacher; Bonnie Wicklund, District Bookkeeper/Accountant, and Judy Shafer, District Food Service Supervisor.

D. Audit Result: Mr. Robinson reported that Mr. Stotz was pleased with the audit and final report will be ready in the near future.

E. High School Summer School: Mr. Fitzgerald reported that 15 students are enrolled and are using the Odyssey Ware curriculum.

F. Frederic Hybrid Learning Program: Motion Holicky/Engen to approve the implementation of a Hybrid learning program.

Motion carried 5-0.

G. Student Handbooks: Reviewed the Elementary handbook.

Will approve the Elementary and 6-12 Handbook at next meeting.

H. Food Science: Discussed options available for 2013 - 2014 school year.

I. Insurance Update: Insurance changes were presented to staff at the informational meetings.

J. Policy Review: Discussion was held on how to handle the review process.

K. Maintenance Contract: Will be determined at the special meeting on Monday, July 30, 2012.

Mr. Nelson announced to the members of the board that they should consider adjourning closed session for personnel and negotiations. Mr. Nelson informed the board the closed session would be proper and is authorized by s 19.85 (1) & (c) (f) (i) of the WI Statutes.

Motion Amundson/Matz to adjourn to closed session. Vote by roll call was unanimous to convene in closed session and the motion carried 5-0. Time 8:45 p.m.

The regular meeting convened at 10:00 p.m.

Motion Holicky/Engen to adjourn. Motion carried 5-0.

Time: 10:00 p.m.

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Grand promenade envelopes SCF

Honor society of veterans makes a return visit

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – While most people only know of them from the little train that appears in local parades, in reality, few organizations have the pedigree, honor or statesmanship of the 40 & 8.

While their membership is of the utmost exclusivity, their causes are broad, noble and as charitable as any.

They are also a true test of French translators.

The roots of 40 & 8 In a nutshell, the 40 & 8 is an independent honor organization of men and women veterans, officially known as the La Societe des Quarante Hommes et Huit Chevaux – literally, The Company of Forty Men and Eight Horses, that was founded in 1920 by American veterans returning from France.

Originally an arm of the American Legion, their designation reflects their World War I origins, when American soldiers were transported to the French battlefronts in surly, industrial train boxcars, stenciled with the prominent “40/8” on the side, denoting that the boxcar could accommodate either 40 men or eight horses.

As the war raged on in the trenches of France, that uncomfortable mode of transporting troops became emblematic of the misery and sacrifice the soldiers endured for the causes of freedom.

The 40 & 8 designation later became a sort of lighthearted symbol of the service, horror and sacrifices of those soldiers who wore the wounds and scars of battle.

As the organization grew over the decades, it became an independent organization, separate but related to the American Legion in 1960.

Members are by invite only and have roots in every state, with national designations, as well.

While the roots are painfully vivid, the 40 & 8 is committed to numerous causes and is a formidable charitable organization, defending and promoting the U.S. Constitution, while also promoting causes that range from veterans issues to assisting their children, widows, and yes, the occasional orphans of war. They also support the causes of nurses training and child welfare, athletics and disaster relief, but those boxcar roots are still apparent and prominent.

As it turns out, the organization’s local arm, the Polk/Burnett Voiture No. 236, hosted the statewide convention last weekend, and they made a splash on the region.

“We are an honor society of American veterans,” stated Don Jahnke, state grand chef de gare (grand station master) who was one of the numerous visiting dignitaries. “But we also like to have fun!”

Influx of honorees A flurry of 40 & 8 veterans and dignitaries swept through the St. Croix Valley over the weekend, as approximately 300 members of the statewide La Societe De 40 Hommes et 8 Chevaux held their annual grand promenade in St. Croix Falls over Aug. 2-4, encompassing several venues, restaurants, gathering spots and stores, and along the way, filling almost every available lodging spot in the area.

This sample box of grave markers, pendants and adornments were for sale for members in attendance, allowing them to order special items for their desk, cemeteries or wherever they would like them displayed.

Some of the royalty that attended the weekend Grand Promenade Thursday – Sunday, Aug. 2-5, in St. Croix Falls included statewide and national dignitaries (L to R): Sandy Wood, Robert Molina, Elizabeth Jahnke and Don Jahnke. They were in the region for their annual statewide meeting and between gatherings, events, tours and discussions, took a break at the Holiday Inn in St. Croix Falls. – Photos by Greg Marsten

The Grand Promenade logo for 2012.

“Yeah, we could’ve used more hotel rooms!” stated Jim Chapin, Polk/Burnett Voiture No. 236 member and local promenade chairman. Chapin was also one of around two dozen local members who helped organize the weekend influx and accompanying events, and he was rightfully proud of the way it turned out and the money raised.

“It’s going like clockwork,” Chapin said, holding up his crossed fingers midway through the gathering. “A lot of people worked very hard on this.”

The social events are meant to not only be fun, but are mainly to raise money for a bevy of their causes, from the aforementioned nurses training programs to disaster relief, scholarships and support for children and numerous regional and statewide youth sports programs.

“Four scholarships alone in Polk and Burnett counties,” Chapin said. “Plus we’ve helped out local fire victims (in St. Croix Falls) and supported lots of youth athletic programs.”

And they find some interesting ways to raise that money, from the more typical raffles and gaming to “fines” for everything from showing up late to meetings to forgetting to address a fellow member a certain way.

“Fines are pretty common, we look for any reason possible to fine (ourselves)!” joked Sandy Wood, who has the unique title of la presidente nationale, for the women’s fraternal organization, La Societe de Femme, the group with its roots beside the men’s 40 & 8.

“They’re a bunch of tricksters,” she added.

Wood was one of the prominent national leaders who spent the weekend at the promenade, and while the men and women tend to stay separate in their events and activities, their roots are intertwined and parallel, while also sharing many of the same causes.

“We like to say we’re the organization that came to play, but stayed to work,” stated Jahnke. “I think that’s true.”

That is evident on what they sell, as well, from American Legion grave markers to monuments, flags, pins and more, all for the 40 & 8 causes.

A sign on an Illinois-plated Dodge outside the American Legion said it best, “Service during war … Charity during peace.”

Facing the future Like many fraternal organizations, the 40 & 8 are facing many of the same challenges as other military-based groups, mainly the graying of society. As the population ages, they need to find new members to fill those vacancies and keep the traditions, causes and goals alive.

Wood noted that while both the men’s and women’s groups are by invitationonly, they need to stay ahead of the times, and are actively trying to keep membership alive and active.

“We really are looking ahead. We trying to help our own future and the future of the country,” Wood said. “We actively promote Americanism and the causes of veterans.”

But the trend is starting to reverse, according to many of the local members, and awards for membership renewals were prominent. Membership renewal is a very important aspect of the promenade, to reward those people who dedicate to keeping the society alive and thriving.

“Our goal is always 100-percent membership (renewals),” stated Bob Molina, who is the chef de chemin de fer (literally “head of the railway.”)

Molina is from Tucson, Ariz., and was one of the most celebrated national dignitaries in town for the grand promenade.

His introduction is one of the only people whose title earned honorary standing and applause at all promenade sessions.

“Every state has their own organizations, but with the same programs, generally,” Molina said. “They all intertwine with each other and pick directors across the entire U.S. to run the programs.”

Molina has a busy schedule, and his weekends are pretty concentrated with similar events across the nation all year long, culminating with the annual nationwide 40 & 8 convention this fall, where leaders and dignitaries will flood Fort Mitchell, Ky., in September for the 93rd promenade nationale.

“That’s a very big deal, and much like this (promenade) but on the bigger scale,” Molina said. “My job is to be at one of these every weekend. It’s a pretty good job!”

Grand planning The grand promenade doesn’t come lightly, and this event was planned over five years in advance. St. Croix Fall is by far the smallest community to host such an event in the state, which also means the potential impact is even stronger, according to Chapin.

“We figure, the (lodging) rooms alone are approximately $80,000,” Chapin said.

“With the eating establishments, stores, shopping and gas … it’s a pretty big shot in the arm!”

Indeed it was, as the familiar jackets, hats and decorated veterans, spouses and others were a common sight, from wine tasting at the Chateau St. Croix to local taverns, restaurants and even movie theaters.

“Our guess is somewhere around $150,000 was spent over the four days,” he added. “Thanks to the American Legion Post 143, we couldn’t have done it without them, and we’re hoping to get it again in 2017.”

Chapin points out that across the state there are 12 districts for the 40 & 8, and while they all have unique programs, the local Polk/Burnett Voiture No. 236 and their members are commendable in their involvement and fundraising, the success of the promenade has put District 12 on the map.

“You can’t put one of these on alone!”

Chapin said. “Everybody worked on it.

It’s been very successful.”

He added that the promenade is also a way to highlight the region for possible

Wisconsin Grand Chef de Gare Don Jahnke wheels in the ceremonial gavel, nicknamed Ali Baba, which has its own trailer and a storied history. future visits, and they’ve gone to great lengths to focus on the beauty and unique opportunities offered locally, from the vineyard to the National Park Service headquarters, Interstate Park(s), hydro dam, even the fish hatchery and other outdoor venues.

“We’re missing a few guys right now who are fishing at Interstate,” Chapin said. “We try to spread it out.”

The focus of the 40 & 8 “Programs are our highlight,” stated Elizabeth Jahnke, the grande presidents of the Wisconsin society. They have their own fundraising mechanisms, as well.

“From youth sports to (promoting) Americanism, and POW-MIAs and children of vets, there’s so much we do. But scholarships for nurses training is our No. 1 focus.”

Jahnke noted several programs she has seen across the state that find unique ways to raise money, from customized shorts and sweatshirts to building birdhouses in Shawano, on top of the more typical raffles and the like.

“If we can raffle it or sell it, we’ll do it!” added Wood with a grin. “But we’re our own organization, and don’t call us the auxiliary!”

In fact, if someone mentions the auxiliary, they are expected to pay a fine to the kitty.

“I’ve almost done it a few times this weekend,” Chapin said, rolling his eyes and smiling. “But it’s for a good cause.”

In fact, as the national and statewide leaders finished up their Leader interviews, they all headed down to the American Legion Post 143 in St. Croix Falls, where the bulk of the men’s promenade events took place. As Chapin entered the pending gathering, which was noteworthy for its pomp and grand gestures, he interrupted the very formal proceedings with an apology and the donation of $20 to Jahnke.

“This is for us being late,” Chapin said with a grin, winking to the crowd. “Use it where you see fit.”

At least he said it in English.

One of the visiting members hats shows examples of the various pins and adornments meant to signify all the events or causes of the organization.

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How farming was ...

Erv Hansen harvests the oats

by Gregg Westigard Leader staff writer LUCK – The harvest was once a family affair. The generations, from kids to grandparents, were all involved in gathering in the crops, putting up the hay.

The work was labor intensive with people doing the work that machines now do.

The days of harvest often ended with an outdoor meal. Erv Hansen of rural Luck remembers those times.

Last weekend, in memory of his father, Carl George Hansen, Erv again completed the oat harvest using machinery from the ‘40s. Erv was joined by his brothers Norman and Paul and by many friends and

Everyone on the farm gathers to clear a jammed chute so harvesting can continue near Luck on Saturday, Aug. 5.

Erv Hansen heads out to begin the harvest.

Straw was flying while harvesting on the farm.

neighbors.

The harvest started in late July when Erv and a crew cut and bound the oats, using his 1948 Cockshutt tractor and Minnesota-brand grain binder, built about 1945 in the Minnesota state prison. The sheaves of oats were stacked and later gathered on wagons to await the threshing.

The threshing took place on a clear Sun-

Feeding the baler. – Photos by Gregg Westigard

Tom Reda is shown pitching the sheaves.

day afternoon in a field west of Luck. The restored equipment included two threshing machines, a Case from the late ‘30s and a McCormick-Deering from the early ‘40s. The tractors running the threshers, using power take-offs and long belts, were Massey-Harris machines owned and per-

fectly restored by Dan Peper. Peper brought four of his Massey-Harris tractors, a Senior 101 (built about 1940), a Model 22 (1948), a 44 Special (early ‘50s), and a Model 444. Erv Hansen had his two Canadian-built Cockshutt 30 tractors built in the late ‘40s.

While the tractors run the threshers, much of the work is done by hand.

The wagons with the piles of oat sheaves are placed by the threshers and the farmhands, using pitchforks, feed the machines, two workers to a wagon and pitching the grain as fast as they can to try to keep up with the threshers. The machines separate the oats, which fall into a bin, from the stalks, which pile on the ground waiting to be baled.

The air is full of bits of straw as the machinery works away. There is the occasional breakdown, a broken belt and a jammed chute, but these are things that can be fixed on the spot without a service technician but with plenty of advice from the watchers.

With the three wagon loads of oats separated, the bin filled and the stalks baled, it was time for the food and drinks and another day of remembering how farming was, not that long ago.

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by Abby Ingalls Leader intern reporter MINNEAPOLIS/WEBSTER - Her dark, sleek hair brushed her shoulders, as Kara Gall walked in the coffee shop and bought herself an iced latte. She sat down and smiled brightly, freckles stretching with every laugh, habitually fiddling with her hair as she spoke.

Gall, 21, is a Webster High School graduate who splits her time between modeling jobs in Minneapolis during the week and helping out at her family-owned restaurant, the Shop Bar and Grill, on the weekends.

“Sometimes I’ll come home from a show or a shoot, and I’ll be in full hair and makeup – fake eyelashes, crazy hair, it’s kind of funny,” she laughs as she sips at Kara Gall at Macy's "What to Where" show. - Photo by Madison Dube'

At an event during Minnesota Fashion Week last year. - Photo by Rod Hasse

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her latte.

Gall’s dreams of modeling began once high school ended. Starting out at UMD pursuing only generals at the time, her real interest lat in hitting the runway instead of hitting the books. So she decided to try out for "America’s Next Top Model."

“They called me down to Chicago because I made it to the top 20 in that area.

They told me if I got a phone call from Tyra I could go,” Gall said. “But … I never got a phone call.”

However, this didn’t stop Gall from trying again. In fact, she tried auditioning for "America’s Next Top Model" three times before she decided she needed to pursue this dream at a different angle.

“So I was like, ‘OK, I can’t keep doing this. I have to find a legitimate agency so I don’t have to sit around and wait,’” Gall said. “But in the end, I’m glad that "America’s Next Top Model" didn’t work out.

Doing that, though, made me realize that I really loved doing this.”

Gall sent her photos into the Minneapolis-based modeling agency, Ignite, and their interest in Gall landed her a contract in May of 2011. “I signed with them the day after my birthday!” she exclaimed with a wink. However, a full-time contract with Ignite and a chance to finally pursue her dream meant no more school. “Basically, I feel like I can always go back to school,” Gall said. “But with modeling you kind of have to start young.”

Ignite is what is considered her “mother” agency. This agency is responsible for getting Gall various jobs in Minneapolis, as well as sending her places like Chicago, New York and China. They sent Gall to Beijing, China, from the beginning of March until June where she was with an agency called Longteng, which is a well-known agency in China for Chinese supermodels.

“I did a lot of fashion shows. Out of all the girls in the foreign division, I worked the most, I booked the most jobs. I did re-

ally well over there,” Gall said. One of the shows included the Mercedes Benz Chinese Fashion Week, which got her a photo in Harper’s Bazaar, China edition. Other big names Gall did shows for while in China include Tory Burch, Max Mara, Lana Marx, Le Coq Sportif and Prada.

“Through Prada I traveled all around China for three weeks just doing shows for them,” Gall said. “Prada was fun, but it was a ton of work. We would sometimes have five shows in one day and we would be in cities for two days, maximum.”

Other shows in the United States include Minnesota Fashion Week, coming up in September, an ad for the runway show Envision which will be in City Pages, Macy’s “What to Where,” Aveda Congress, and was on the show “Tabatha’s Salon Takeover” on Bravo.

It seems, in a little over a year, Gall has journeyed from small-town unknown girl to polished model. But, it takes a special sort of person to make it in this industry.

“In this industry, they’re very picky,” Gall said. “I’ve been told, ‘you need to do New York Fashion Week this season or you can’t do it anymore,’ because I might be too old.” There is stress that goes along with trying to make it in this industry as well as the temptation to let go of a healthy perception of yourself and your integrities. “When I was living with some of the girls while I was in China, the bookers would say things like, ‘You’re too big.

You need to be this size,’ and those girls would just not eat, and that is not good.”

Some of the girls that she lived with, Gall also said, would go out and party every night, “To this day, I still don’t smoke, and I don’t drink.”

Dishing out more tips about those wanting to pursue a modeling career Gall said, “You have to learn how to dress properly, you have to spend time on your hair and your nails. Basically they say, if

Photos courtesy Kara Gall

you look like a model, you’ll make it as a model.” She also said you have to watch how you act and what you say, because you never know who you are going to meet.

When asked if she has fallen down the runway yet, Gall laughs and said she hasn’t yet and hopes she never will. “You just can’t think about it,” she laughs. Enquired about what her future aspirations are she confidently said, “Right now, it’s New York. I want to be in New York so bad.”

And Gall is not too far from achieving that goal, as she has traveled to New York recently to meet with the top 10 agencies.

“All I have to do is sit here and wait for a phone call right now,” her freckle-decorated face beamed in a hopeful smile.

In a cutthroat industry where body image can be distorted, it is apparent Gall not only is passionate about what she does but she has upheld her integrity and values in the midst of it all. “I love what I do. I couldn’t even think about going back to school,” Gall said. But her message was clear to others who want to pursue modeling, “Something that I wish I would have done earlier is not waste my time with college and pursued modeling as soon as I left high school. But – nobody should quit school. Stay in school. I feel bad for saying I hated college, but I

See Gall, page 2

Backstage during a show for Prada. - Special photo

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Gall/from page 1 wouldn’t have quit if I didn’t have a plan or something lined up for me.”

As the conversation came to a close and the iced latte was nothing but a few melted ice cubes, Gall reiterated the fact that her career is a bit of a dream come true. She twiddled her dark hair between her polished fingers and said, “It’s so awesome, I love it. I just love it.”

Photo by Chris Rucker.

Photos courtesy Kara Gall

Photo by Jake Freeman.

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Luck Scouts visit Tomahawk Scout Reservation

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LEFT: The Boy Scouts from Troop 147, Luck, attended Tomahawk Scout Reservation July 14 – 20. Fifteen Scouts joined in on the fun-filled week. Back row (L to R): Derek Hutton, Joe Hutton and Wayne Hendrickson (assistant leaders), Jared Hunter, Gabe Hendrickson, Jordan Hendrickson, Dan Valentine (scoumaster), Al Aguado (assistant leader) and Lindsey Wallin (assistant scoutmaster). Front row: Scott Hunter, Tony Aguado (Eagle Scout), Nick Aguado, Derek Hendrickson, Brandon Hostrup and Nick Aguado. Missing from photo: Alex Richey, Denny Brule, Nick Mattson, Lance Lindvall, Parker Steen, Tanner Van Meter, Seth Holm and Ron Steen (assistant Alex Richey and Gabe Hendrickson returning from a leader). white-water rafting trip down the Brule River for high-adventure trek.

Scoutmaster Dan Valentine working with first-year Boy Scouts Denny Brule, Derek HendrickBoy Scouts ready for their wilderness survival overnight adventure. L to R: Nick Mattson, son and Brandon Hostrup.

Parker Steen, Jared Hunter, Jordan Hendrickson and Derek Hutton.

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Mary called her

Just for

old friend, Mrs. Cooper, on her 101st birthday to ask how she planned to celebrate Joe Roberts her big day.

Mrs. Cooper replied cheerfully, “My children will be coming to stay with me for the weekend.”

Mary said, “I am sure you are looking forward to that.”

“Of course,” Mrs. Cooper replied, “but it’s a lot of work, cleaning and dusting, making up their beds.”

Mary said, “Why don’t you let the children do it when they are arrive?”

“Oh no, I couldn’t do that,” Mrs. Cooper replied, “they’re all in their 80s!”

••• If lawyers can be disbarred and clergymen defrocked, doesn’t it follow that laundry workers could decrease, eventually becoming depressed and depleted!

Even more, bed makers will be debunked, baseball players will be debased, landscapers will be deflowered, bulldozer operators will be degraded, software engineers will be detested and even musical composers will eventually decompose.

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Alzheimer’s group offers new caregiver series WEBSTER – When someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia, friends and family have many questions. What does the diagnosis mean? What kinds of plans need to be made? What resources are available to help? The Alzheimer’s Association Greater Wisconsin is offering a new caregiver education series titled Living with Alzheimer’s: for Caregivers Midstage. This workshop will be presented on Thursday, Aug. 9, and Thursday, Aug. 23, from 1 to 3 p.m., at the Webster Public Library.

The series is an educational program that provides answers to caregiving questions that often arise. It is designed to provide caregivers with the knowledge, tools and strategies needed to cope with this disease. The workshop is made possible, in part, by funding through the Alzheimer’s Association’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s. For more information on this workshop, to volunteer or become involved in Walk to End Alzheimer’s, visit alz.org/gwwi or call 800-272-3900. - submitted

Christian Women’s Club to meet Who’s in control?

OSCEOLA – The Christian Women’s Connection will have a 11:30 a.m. luncheon at The Arc in Osceola on Monday, Aug. 20.

Linda Stai will present the special feature on Storytelling Through Drama and The Written Word. Music will be provided by Kris Palmer. Stai will also speak on “You Control Your Life: True or False?” Cost is $10 inclusive.

Reservations/cancellations are necessary. Please call Diane 651-462-0615 or Velda 715-857-5573. - submitted

Sleepless in Oslo

Cold turkey

We finally came down out of

Letters from

the mountains.

After more than a week of going up higher, down lower and up higher yet, we finally reached the end of our walk Carrie Classon around Mont Blanc and began to go down, down, down to the small city where we would catch a train and return to Paris.

By now there were no new places for blisters to form on my feet. The pack felt like a permanent growth on my back. I had skinned my knee and my nose had already burned and peeled. I had ripped through two pairs of shorts and used up a package and a half of moleskin. Now we were descending down steep switchbacks into the valley.

It did not occur to me till later that I had chosen to climb over a mountain on my birthday as a personal rite of passage “over the hill.” But even if I was oblivious to the irony, I became keenly aware of the joy in letting gravity have its way. As I took the switchbacks one after another, I thought of the tremendous energy it had taken to get to the top of the mountain and marveled at the relative ease with which I was going down. Even with blistered toes jammed into the ends of my boots, I pitied the people we met climbing up, glistening with sweat, shoulders heaving as they rounded the next corner to face another switchback headed up. Focusing intently on each step as I hit loose gravel, I felt gravity pull me forward. It was good to give in to the pull.

Back home now, I am packing for a new city, a new adventure. It seems that the decision I made to apply to grad school happened a long time ago. Now all that remains is to put some clothes in my truck, empty my refrigerator, decide what handful of books

home

I cannot do without, dispose of a few houseplants.

It feels like I am going downhill— in a good way.

I used to believe that anything worthwhile took effort and the path of least resistance was rarely the most scenic. As a result, I spent a lot of time hiking uphill along a steep and narrow path. I became a good climber and I am not sorry I chose the path I did.

But I’m beginning to understand that now, on the other side of the hill, balance becomes more important than strength. Building momentum is no longer critical and dexterity is essential. Earlier in life I would have fretted about whether I had worked hard enough, prepared sufficiently, gathered enough information. Now I am happy to begin this new expedition in my life with relatively little thought or preparation. Now I am ready to let my new surroundings surprise me. I have climbed enough. The momentum is on my side and I am eager and excited to see where it will take me.

Headed down the mountain, I fell again (on the same knee) but even with my bloody knee, I knew the way forward was easier than it had been climbing up. Of course there will be tumbles. Of course there will be missteps. I am moving faster now. I have gravity on my side.

Daniel and I arrived at the bottom of the mountain suddenly and too soon. The day was sunny and we sat in a cafe under an umbrella and marveled at the snowcapped mountain we had just climbed. It felt good. It felt good to be over the hill.

Till next time, —Carrie

Stoltz-Wood wins historical/genealogical award POLK COUNTY – The Wisconsin Historical Society in conjunction with the Wisconsin State Genealogical Society has awarded Helen Stoltz-Wood, of Hudson, the 2012 Genealogy/Family History Book Award of Merit for “From Denmark to Wisconsin: One Family - Two Ships, 1641-2011.” The award is given to the author of a genealogy book that best documents the history of a Wisconsin family and, in the opinion of an independent panel of judges, has made the most valuable contribution to public understanding of Wisconsin’s past during the preceding calendar year. “From Denmark to Wisconsin” tells the saga of a Danish-American family from the 17th century in Denmark, through their 19th century immigration to northwestern Wisconsin to the present, primarily in Polk and St. Croix counties.

Extensively documented from Danish and American records and well illustrated, “From Denmark to Wisconsin” provides historical context to illustrate the “whys” as well as the “hows” of the family’s history. The Wisconsin Historical Society’s Board of Curators approved the award at its meeting in Bayfield, on June 23.

Stoltz-Wood was born and raised in Polk County as was her husband, Lyle Wood. Stoltz-Wood graduated from Amery High School, earned a Bachelor of Science from UW-River Falls and a Master of Arts-History from UW-Eau Claire.

For several years St. Croix County has been the home of this Wood Family. Stoltz-Wood is a member of the Polk County Genealogy Society, the Luck Area Historical Society, St. Croix Valley Genealogical Society, and the St. Croix County Historical Society, in addition to other societies in the areas of her present research, Ireland,

was so long that I fell in love with the country and bought a Tshirt that says “I Love Iceland”.

It wasn’t until jet aircraft were My wife has already threatened invented, that we discovered jet to use it as a cleaning rag. lag. Now we can literally travel so Oslo, Norway, is a wonderful John W. Ingalls MD fast that our bodies leave our city full of Norwegians and a brains behind. Before airline travel few others who fly in and out or we were just tired. Now we have jet lag. It sounds come ashore through the Oslo fjords. The rugged, more sophisticated and exotic if we have jet lag. It imrocky shores covered with birch trees and pines are plies that we have been somewhere. I have a good strikingly familiar to our own Lake Superior. In fact, friend that must suffer from nearly permanent jet lag. when people speak, they all sound like they are from Just when his brain catches up with his body, he is off again while his brain plods along, sometimes an ocean Duluth. We felt at home.

Our hotel was older, apparently they haven’t built or two behind. Such was the problem we recently exmany new hotels since Norway declared independperienced on a trip to Scandinavia. ence from Sweden in 1905. Our hotel was wonderful Oslo, Norway, was our destination. We left Minneapolis in the evening with the plans to switch planes in many ways except it didn’t have any modern way of controlling the temperature in the room. One hotel in Iceland. This was helpful because while we were employee explained that we could play with the therdelayed in beautiful, exotic Iceland, our brains had mostat all we wanted but it didn’t change the tempermade it about as far as Cleveland or perhaps Pittsature in the room. That was controlled downstairs. If burg. If we hadn’t had a delay in Iceland our brains we wanted it cooler, we had to open the windows. If would have only made it as far as Detroit, so this was we wanted it warmer we had to close the windows. helpful. After three hours of pacing the halls, looking Simple and effective. out the windows on the treeless tundra and wonderOur bodies were in Oslo but our brains were still ing if I really should try the whale jerky at the snack only slightly east of New York when it was bedtime. bar, we were finally on the second leg of the trip set to We were exhausted and ready to sleep. The room was arrive in Oslo sometime in the early afternoon. warm so I went to the fifth-floor window and opened Actually, Iceland is an interesting country. Accordit up to breathe in the fresh air from the harbor and ing to a family tree outlined by my grandmother, I look down into the street below. Young mothers, side have a streak of Icelandic somewhere in my past. Acby side, pushed sleeping infants in baby carriages on tually, in Iceland they don’t have trees, so I guess it the cobblestone streets below. Several shoppers casuwas more like a family shrub, but we do have roots. ally wandered into and out of the shops. McDonald’s, On the return trip, we also had a delay in Iceland. It the American dining experience, was across the street

Lyle Wood and Helen Stoltz-Wood, who has been awarded the 2012 Genealogy/Family History Book Award of Merit for her book “From Denmark to Wisconsin: One Family – Two Ships, 1641 – 2011.” – Photo submitted Canada, and Polk County, for the Fay and Cain families.

Prior to “From Denmark to Wisconsin” Stoltz-Wood authored “We Gather Together” in two volumes documenting the Hale-Wood families from England to the Colonies, Canada and finally to Polk County. – submitted

and next to it was a dark storefront and a sign. Part of it read “Dr.” I felt secure knowing there was a clinic nearby and we promptly parked our jet-lagged bodies into the soft beds and pulled the plush, down comforters up around our shoulders and fell immediately asleep.

Oslo is quiet in the evenings, but not at night. The sleepy streets and storefronts come alive after the sun sets. In Oslo, in summer, the sunset is very late. People, laughing and talking, crowded into the street.

Throbbing music echoed in the canyons between the tall buildings, rushing upward until it found an open window, our window. It shook us awake and I staggered to the window to try and usher the noise back outside. I couldn’t. The sounds of the street rose as laughter and talking erupted into yelling and fighting.

Storefront doors opened and waves of powerful music gushed out, threatening to wash us away. All of this was happening in front of the doctor’s office below. I watched one man punch another and then slowly the crowds dispersed. By 4 a.m., the music quit and I was able to open up the air conditioner again. Peace at last as I again drifted off into an exhausted sleep.

Do you know what it is like when you are awakened from the deepest sleep, when you are perhaps just a notch or two from death? Within an hour from the end of the last street fight, that is where I found myself. So deep was my sleep that I couldn’t orient myself when I heard the next rush of noise. Jumping to the air conditioner, I looked down at the street below as a street sweeper made his way slowly up the narrow cobblestone pavement. It was then I noticed the true sign on the clinic below. “Dr. Jekyll’s Pub.”

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True Olympians This summer, the Olympics are gracing the nation on almost every TV screen in America. I enjoy watching people like Michael Phelps and Gabby Douglas, whose hard work and determination have won them gold medals in their events. The Olympics does something to our nation that no president seems to be able to do – it brings our nation together in mutual pride.

Last week, I was watching it with my two older nieces, ages 5 and 3, and together they chanted, “U.S.A! U.S.A! U.S.A!” over and over as the swimmers raced for medals. I laughed because I’m pretty sure they had no idea what they were doing, but it brought a sense of dreams, of the “one day I’m going to be … ” kind of goals.

While I watched the toned and lean Olympians who have worked so hard to get to their position, I thought back to my glory days (or not so glory days) in high school. I had played varsity volleyball for three years in a row, but to my

Back to school with the brain in mind You may still be shaking sand from your beach towels, but those catchy TV commercials and colorful newspaper ads are gently reminding us all that school days are again just around the corner. If you haven’t already, you’ll soon be getting information about schedules, bus routes, homeroom teachers, and of course, that list of supplies.

Your kids may remind you that their shoes are getting a little tight. You may realize how short their jeans have gotten over the summer.

Back-to-school is a busy and exciting time of year. There’s so much to do that it’s easy to overlook the most important thing: preparing your child’s brain to learn. The following tips can help ease the transition back to school. Making them a habit will support quality learning all year long.

One of the biggest issues during that first week of school is fatigue. Even before students tackle that first spelling word or math equation, there is a lot of new information to process. New schedules, new teachers, new rooms, new lockers, new friends, lunch money

Co-op corner Editor’s note: The following is another in a series of articles in celebration of the International Year of Cooperatives. The United Nations declared 2012 the International Year of Cooperatives to recognize that cooperatives are a major economic force in developed as well as developing countries.

Name of the game: cooperation Cooperatives practice what they preach. That is, they cooperate, and they make a special effort to cooperate with one another.

Cooperation among Cooperatives is the sixth of seven principles that guide the co-op business model. When it's put into practice, it delivers benefits for co-op members and often for people entirely outside the co-op community.

Some examples: Restrictions on hours of service, under federal law, governing motor carrier operations have often been a burden to

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chocolates Abby Ingalls dismay, I couldn’t do my senior year because I chose to study abroad in New Zealand.

I remember my very first volleyball game as a freshmen setter in a varsity volleyball game. Coach called me in because I was crying. “Why are you crying!?” she harped at me. “I … I … I don’t know, Coach!” To tell the truth, I was so nervous and I was so afraid of messing up that I could hardly play the first match. “Get in there, and stop crying!” she yelled menacingly. I had no choice but to stop crying, unless I wanted to do some unnecessary “killers” and “boxes” in practice the next day.

But my true “Olympian” story doesn’t shine through my volleyball days – oh no. It comes about in my senior year

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and much more will demand attention and tax your child’s brain. Sorting, Chris Wondra analyzing and assimilating all that new information takes energy.

Still, one of the biggest reasons for fatigue is lack of sleep.

Many of our students sleep schedules are different during the summer months. Start to gradually adjust your schedules now. Getting up and going a little earlier now will make those first few hectic mornings run a little smoother.

But that’s not even the most important argument for an earlier bedtime. In order to successfully cement information into long-term memory, the brain depends on frequent amounts of adequate sleep. New learning creates disturbances in the brain’s neural farmers, because successfully planting and harvesting a crop depends on intensive activity during short periods of time.

After years of seeking emergency declarations from governors, Minnesota farm supply, grain and energy cooperatives asked for a legislative solution. In recent months, Minnesota and Wisconsin cooperatives banded together to successfully persuade Congress to clarify an hours-ofservice exemption allowing timely delivery of farm supplies, fuel, fertilizer and related necessities within states and across state lines. The benefit will flow not just to co-op members but to everyone connected with agriculture and ultimately, to consumers.

In northern Wisconsin, the Taylor County Association of Cooperatives has pooled its efforts to create and support a curriculum to teach fifth-grade students about co-op principles and the cooperative business model. The national awardwinning project, spearheaded by Taylor Electric Cooperative with support from credit unions, farm credit and farm supply cooperatives, provides the teachers and underwrites their time in the classroom. It’s been a big hit in the Medford schools, and area co-ops are working to

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networks. To adapt, brain cells need to build and grow new connections. This neural growth can only happen during periods of rest.

Studies have shown that our brains are not built for continual stimulation.

Learning becomes much easier when the brain takes breaks, pausing to connect new information to prior knowledge. Brain researchers call this resting period, “settling time,” and it’s an absolutely essential phase during the creation of new long-term memory pathways. In order to learn at our highest levels, the brain needs to rest.

It also needs nourishment. Take some time now to plan your meals for that first week of school. What are you going to do for breakfast? Will your student be packing a lunch? And if possible, cook up a few evening meals, and throw them in the freezer for easy (but healthy) heat-and-eat dinners later. The last thing you want to do is step onto that slippery fast-food slope. Planning for that first week of meals can eliminate huge amounts of stress and will result in a much healthier diet—something we can always use, but especially during back-to-school.

Foods that specifically support learning include leafy green vegetables,

salmon, nuts, lean meats and fresh fruits. Researchers have also found that the vitamin A in sweet potatoes and other orange vegetables supports memory. In order to work quickly and efficiently, brain cells also need a fatty coating called myelin. A diet rich in protein, iron and selenium will support the production of this vital sheathing.

Hydration is also essential for normal brain development and function. A well-hydrated brain will also have more energy and better focus. If your kids have fallen into the soft drink trap over the summer, cut back now and replace it with water. Then encourage plenty of water that first week. Find a good water bottle and make it a habit to always have it nearby.

Preparing for that first week of school can help get your kids off to a great start. But developing good routines around rest and nutrition does more than recharge and refuel your child’s energy reserves, it literally shapes your child’s brain.

Founder of WeTeachWeLearn.org, Chris Wondra is just another Wisconsin public schoolteacher. Find We Teach We Learn on Facebook and Twitter for daily tips on learning, teaching and getting the most out of your brain.

expand it to other districts.

Three years ago, a state budget proposal to create a new gross receipts tax on motor fuels, a new kind of gas tax, threatened to siphon away tens of millions of dollars that would otherwise be paid out by co-ops in the form of patronage credits to their member-owners. It’s well-established that those credits quickly find their way back to local businesses, so the new tax would have diminished an important source of economic activity in rural communities. Cooperatives of every variety joined forces through membership communications and in local and statewide media to explain the shortsighted nature of the tax proposal, and it was dropped from the budget bill, bene-

fiting co-op members, non-co-op businesses they patronize and everyone else who fills a gas tank.

Cooperative Network itself is an example of cooperation among cooperatives.

The statewide trade association for all forms of cooperative business in Minnesota and Wisconsin, Cooperative Network serves more than 600 member co-ops, owned by more than 6.1 million Minnesota and Wisconsin residents.

Many are members of more than one cooperative. The organization provided government relations, education, marketing and technical services to cooperatives businesses including farm supply, health, dairy marketing, consumer, financial, livestock marketing, telecommunications, electric, housing, insurance, worker-owned co-ops, and more. Additional information about Cooperative Network can be found by visiting cooperativenetwork.coop.

As we celebrate 2012 as the International Year of Cooperatives, it’s worth knowing that the principle of Cooperation among Cooperatives is one way coops build a better world, not just for their members but for the whole community. – Bill Oemichen, Cooperative Network

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crossed the finish line. As I crossed the finish line, the other competitors were already back into their warm-up suits.

During a 4 x 1 race, I’m pretty sure I was already tired out by the time the person behind me handed off the baton. If I was particularly slow or tired, I blamed it on the shoes, or the shin splints, or just chalked it up to “I suck.”

Practices started out brutal for me. I hated every agonizing burn and ache in my legs and my lungs. The days we did yoga were my favorite – I just had to breathe and stretch and call it a day. The more I practiced, the more fit I became, and the more I (sort of) enjoyed practices.

I definitely wasn’t the fastest, or the best, or number one. But I worked hard during that season, and I shed the pounds I wanted to. But most importantly I got to know the track team; I was encouraged and cheered on by them, I had hundreds of laughs during that season, and I learned for the first time how not to be a quitter. And to me, that is what a true Olympian is all about – never giving up.

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when I decided to join track and field on a whim for the first time ever in my life.

Now I had just returned from a yearlong trip in New Zealand in January, where, in that time, I had gotten “pleasantly plump” – as my grandpa would say it. I had gained 20 pounds in my time as a foreign exchange student over there. Twenty extra pounds does not look good on a 5’3” frame – let’s just say that.

So I thought to myself, “Hey! Let’s join track! You can get back in shape!”

How hard can it be, right? The coaches had no idea where to put me. I was too small to do any shot put or discus. I was too big and slow for any chance at long distance running. And I would rather join the Webster cheerleading squad than get near a hurdle or pole vaulting (no offense, previous Webster cheerleaders).

So I became a sprinter. Or at least that’s what they called me. I remember my first 200-meter dash … or more like the 200-meter run-out-of-breath for me.

I was so far behind, and I was so embarrassed I had tears in my eyes as I

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Universe in the Park

ST. CROIX FALLS – Don’t miss Universe in the Park, a special presentation beginning at 8:30 p.m., on Saturday, Aug. 11, at Wisconsin Interstate Park. This program includes the latest discoveries and puzzles about our universe combined with a hands-on stargazing session (weather permitting). The program will be presented, rain or shine, at the Ice Age Center.

Universe in the Park is an extremely popular outreach program of the Space Astronomy Laboratory and the De-

partment of Astronomy of the University of WisconsinMadison, sponsored by a grant from the NASA IDEA program.

Interstate Park is located in St. Croix Falls, on Hwy. 35 just one-half mile south of Hwy. 8. The program is free; however, a Wisconsin state park sticker is required to enter the park. For more information about the program call Julie Fox or Barb Walker at 715-483-3747. - submitted

Ag Society Fair begins Aug. 16 GRANTSBURG - The 135th Burnett County Agricultural Society Fair will be held Thursday through Sunday, Aug. 16-19, in Grantsburg.

Thursday is entry day. Entries will be taken starting at 9 a.m. and are to be in place by 6 p.m. All entries needed to be preregistered, so pick up your tags at the fair office.

A horse showdeo, featuring local riders, will be held in the horse arena starting at 6 p.m. on Thursday. Come out and cheer for your favorite cowboy or cowgirl. The showdeo is free of charge.

K & M Rides and Amusements will be offering a wristband special for $15. The hours are from 6-10 p.m. A second wristband will be offered Saturday. There are no advance ticket sales this year.

Friday is judging day. Judging will take place in all departments with the exception of dairy, beef and goats.

Animal judging will start at 8 a.m. Showmen are encouraged to check out the judging schedule at the fair office, since they are required to be present at judging time. Fair house judging will start at 9 a.m.

Grandpa Jim’s Animal Farm will be open Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoon. Parents are encouraged to stay with their children at the animal farm. Remember to bring your camera for some great photo opportunities. The animal farm can be found at the south end of the dairy/beef barn.

The grandstand will play host to the first of two demolition derbies. The smash ‘em up action of the derby starts at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Concessions will be available for all grandstand shows.

Saturday brings the last of the judging competitions.

The dairy and beef show starts at 9 a.m. The goat judging follows at 1 p.m.

If watching the judging isn’t your idea of fun, check out the older machinery and tractor show with exhibitions. The show is out in the grandstand parking area and starts at 9 a.m. Stick around for the tractor games and cheer on your favorite drivers or tractors. If you have any questions please call Jeff Chell at 715-566-0159.

The annual chain saw competition will start at 10 a.m. on Saturday.

The event is also free to watch.

A wristband special will once again be available on the midway from noon – 4 p.m.

At 2 p.m. you should find yourself under the big tent for the talent show. Come early so you can see all the local talent. The talent show is co-sponsored by the fair association and the Burnett County Leaders Association.

At 4 p.m., you should be making your way to the grandstand for the truck and tractor pull. With two skids, the

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Compiled by Sue Renno

50 Years Ago

The Indianhead Chorus would meet in Frederic at the Legion Hall Aug. 13, and “Any adult male of good character and reputation, with a love of harmony in music and in living,” was invited to participate in the rehearsal or to listen.–The Bishop’s Company, of Santa Barbara, Calif., would present the play “Cry, The Beloved Country” at St. Luke Methodist Church, Aug. 11.–Margaret Schommer and Dale Fraser were married June 9 at St. Dominic’s.–Jacqueline Ogilvie and James D. Hutton were married June 28 at the Luck Gospel Tabernacle.–The new pastor at the Siren Gospel Tabernacle would be the Rev. Art D. Gast Jr.–Confirmed at North Valley Lutheran were Beverly Tandberg, Marilyn Bengtson, Roger Giller and James Jensen.–Ray’s Firestone in Frederic was having a grand opening with a big sale, door prizes, refreshments, balloons and a free beach ball with the purchase of 7 gallons of gas, which was 27.9 cents per gallon for regular. Mr. and Mrs. Moats’ children were shown doing their part to get ready for the festivities, blowing up balloons. They were Jeff, Tom, JoAnn and Jenelle.–Kenneth Grant and Galen Mauer, of the Soil Conservation Service at Balsam Lake, received a certiciate of merit for outstanding production from William Russell, assistant state conservationist.–All teachers from Polk County schools and Siren and Webster schools would meet at Unity School for an in-service meeting Aug. 23 and 24 with speakers and group discussions.

40 Years Ago

A horse showdeo, featuring local riders, will be held in the horse arena at the Grantsburg fairgrounds starting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 16. – Photo submitted action will be continuous. This pull is part of a sixcounty competition.

The final day of the fair starts with the Little Britches animal show. The show starts at noon. This event gives kids between the ages of 5 and 9 the chance to show an animal. Come out and watch our future show people.

The annual fair parade will begin at the Memory Lake Park area and will make its way to the fairgrounds. The parade will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday.

Following the parade there will be a sawdust pile for kids 12 years and younger. Please plan on being there around 3 p.m.

Make sure to fit in a trip through the barns and the fair house because everything will be going home at 4 p.m.

The final grandstand show of the fair will be the demolition derby. The derby starts at 6 p.m.

The fair is a free-gate and free-parking fair, with handicapped parking spaces available. - submitted

Art Medley returns to Frederic FREDERIC - This week Frederic Arts’ Art Medley 2012 returns to Bremer Bank in Frederic after touring Polk and Burnett counties since mid-June.

The third-annual Frederic Art Medley will be on display with boxes for sale at the bank until Aug 17.

The Art Medley is a project of Frederic Arts Inc., fredericarts.org, and is designed to give artists an opportunity for creative expression using a framed 6-inch square space.

“The purpose of the medley is to build an awareness of the arts in our community and Northwest Wisconsin using contributions of original art,” explains Win Herberg, an artist and founder of the group, adding, “It’s also a fundraiser to help us stage other Art Medley display at Fresh Start Coffee Roasters, Webster, with contributing artists arts activities in our area.”

Harriet Rice, Chuck Awe and Jack Route. - Photo submitted Artists can use any medium they choose. The work can prothe boxes are distributed to the purchasers at the Frederic trude from the front of the frame, but the rest must fit arts and crafts show on Saturday, Aug. 18. within the 6” x 6” space. The frame itself can be painted, All the boxes are sold using a random, numbered sealed, carved or left natural. In addition to artists from process. Each box costs $25 and includes a poster of the Wisconsin and Minnesota, there are works from Ver- entire medley. Purchasers fill their name and phone mont, Washington state, and Georgia by people who number in on a numbered chart at the bank. The Art have ties to the local area. The contributing artists each Medley boxes are all numbered randomly. When the receive a poster of the entire medley. purchaser selects a number, their name will be matched The freestanding “Art-in-a-Box” exhibit displaying the with the Art Medley box of the same number. No one 96 boxes is on a 7-foot triangular wood frame con- knows which box or frame is bought until Aug. 18 when structed by Frederic Arts member Mark Buley, an arti- the boxes are picked up between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the san woodworker. The exhibit is portable and has Frederic arts and crafts show. Any remaining boxes will exhibited at the Frederic Art Center, Frederic Public Li- be for sale at the Frederic Arts booth on Saturday, Aug. brary, artZ Gallery in Amery and Fresh Start Coffee 18. - submitted Roasters in Webster. This is the medley’s last stop before

Work was beginning for a new vocational shop in Frederic High School, an 8,000-sq.ft. building which would be east of the swimming pool.–Universal Telephone Inc. acquired six companies in northwestern Wisconsin, including Frederic Telephone Co., Badger Telephone, Webster; and Osceola Telephone Co., but planned to make no major changes.–Pamela Joy Erickson and John J. Kopp were married on May 27.–Five young people were confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Frederic. They were Bruce Crandell, Lyle Benson, Rita Brethorst, Laurie Lundeen and Linnie Lundeen.–Eight Boy Scouts from Siren spent 24 hours in a wilderness area 20 miles north of Siren. They brought a sleeping bag, knife, fish hook, string and five matches for each boy, and one pan to boil water. They only caught two small fish and dug for clams, found no berries, but survived. They were Randy Williamson, Larry Olson, Darrel Mork, Billy Steiner, Billy Marion, Tom Schauer, Arthur Beckmark and Mark Casler.–Mary Chappel and Thomas Fischer were married at St. Luke’s in Frederic on June 3.–Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Webster, confirmed Brenda Larsen, Deborah Wilhelm, Harold Larson, John Ingalls and Duane Albee on May 21. (This was back in the days when rolls of film often weren’t “used up” and developed for months … maybe years.)–Balsam Evangelical Lutheran Church, rural Amery, would celebrate 100 years of existence Aug. 11-13, with a confirmation reunion, historical program, anniversary program and two meals in the plans.

20 Years Ago

James Carpenter, a student at Illinois State University whose grandparents had a summer home in Danbury, presented a plan to save St. Dominic’s old church building, which was built in 1906, and renovate it for use as a community theater.–Frederic Elementary School had two new teachers Jean Mikla, of Baldwin, would be the half-time kindergarten teacher, and Ruth Ann Painter, Frederic, was the new first-grade teacher.–Beth Berglund was named Polk County Fairest of the Fair.–The Baraboo Candy Co. had plans to produce 7-ounce chocolate replicas of a walleye, named Wally Walleye, and sell them for $2.99, with 25 cents of the purchase price from each one being donated to fisheries management in Wisconsin.–A reunion of PoCoNo/TeCo was planned. That’s Polk County Normal/Teachers College, in case you were wondering.–Thirty-one employees from Horton Manufacturing Co. in Shell Lake began working at the company’s newly expanded Webster facility on July 27.–Edna Schroeder of Webster was named one of Wisconsin’s most-admired senior citizens.–New Siren royalty was Miss Siren Carrie Fallstrom, First Princess Paula Piccione and Second Princess Karen Bucher. Little Miss Siren was Erin Foulkes.–The Unity Eagles baseball team returned from Stevens Point as the state champs. A fire engine carried the team from Balsam Lake to Unity School, where a pep rally celebrated their achievement.

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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Hello, hello, hello – guess who is back for another week. I’m trying to fill up space with my hellos as my brain is not functioning too well and words are not flowing. I’ve just been a lazy gal of late, with not a care in the world. I have a nice bed, two square meals a day and treats so I’m not complaining. At least I’d better not complain, Mom might trade me in for a new model at the shelter if I do.

Maya is on medication for Lyme disease; we thought she had injured her back leg as she was hopping on three but then she went off her food and wasn’t feeling great. It was off to see Dr. Tom in Webster and sure enough she tested positive so is on medication and she’s almost back to her old bratty self. I like that she’s on medication as Mom puts her pill in peanut butter and of course Eli and I have to have some as well. So if your dog seems sore in the joints or isn’t feeling well, I suggest you get them tested and treated so they can feel better.

The craziness continues at the shelter with calls on cats and stray dogs arriving on our doorstep.

Seven stray dogs this week alone, with four arriving on the same day. Only two of the strays from this last week have been reclaimed so if you know anyone missing their dog we just may have it in safekeeping at the shelter. The amount of strays has increased over the last couple of weeks and it makes me wonder why this is Ellie

Happy Tails Await Arnell Humane Society of Polk County Houston is an extra-large golden Lab. He has a gorgeous head with expressive eyes. Combine that with his “Boys of Summer” golden color and you have one handsome dog. Houston is 1-1/2 years old, neutered and ready to become your companion in chief. He is outgoing and friendly. He knows some commands and is housetrained. He understands that he has much to learn in the obedience department and promises to concentrate on his studies if given a chance. Houston is a big-hearted golden Lab looking to win yours with enthusiasm and companionship.

Over the Fourth of July week, Monday through Saturday, Dick’s Fresh Market of Amery and Osceola, ran an Arnell Humane Society “At the Checkstand” fundraiser. Shoppers at both stores were asked if they would like to add a dollar to their shopping receipt total, to be donated to Arnell Humane Society. A check for $715 was presented to Arnell from the weeklong fundraiser. Gratitude is ex-

happening. Come on people, you need to look after and care for your animals; after all, they are family too.

Great news, our old gal Cleo the kitty was adopted and brothers Ping and Pong go home on Tuesday. Keeping our fingers crossed that we get adoption applications on our other great cats just waiting for you to take them home.

We’ve also had some dog adoptions. Arty, my namesake Sadie, Stevie and Emmy will all be going home soon to live with their new families.

Kenzie went last week and we hear she is doing awesome. Right now we have dogs of every size with loving personalities looking for that someone special to notice them. You never know, that could just be you, so why don’t you stop by and say hello; we love the company.

I’m going to tell you about a cute little guy this week. Buddy is a two-year-old daschund/ Chihuahua mix, black with a splash of white on his chest. Buddy is a friendly dog that loves to sit in your lap and give you kisses. He is one of our many strays that were never reclaimed by their owners so he is now looking for a new family to call his own. Buddy is a good and loving dog and would be most appreciative if you adopted him.

With the kitties, we have the beautiful and

friendly Ellie who is also around 2 years of age. Ellie is not a very big girl, has mediumlength glossy black fur and big gold eyes.

She just loves attention and to be in your lap, she doesn’t seem to mind dogs either.

Ellie is not really big on Buddy sharing her space with another cat though, so a one-cat home would be best for her. You won’t be disappointed and she will pay you back with lots of love, tenfold.

Don’t forget to mark your calendars for our thirdannual dog walk that I told you about last week.

Besides being a lot of fun for humans and dogs alike, it is one of our biggest fundraisers. For more information please call us at the shelter and watch for details on the Web site. You can also purchase tickets for a beautiful quilt made by Bev Hayes valued at $250. Tickets are at the shelter and only cost $1 each with all proceeds going to help my four-footed friends at the shelter.

“Compassion for animals is intimately connected with goodness of character; and it may be confidently asserted that he who is cruel to animals cannot be a good man.” – Schopenhauer Have a great week, everyone. Licks and tail wags.

The Humane Society of Burnett County is saving lives, one at a time; hsburnettcty.org, 715-8664096, license No. 267335-DS. We’re on Facebook too, why don’t you like us there.

tended to to Dick’s Market for hosting this fundraiser to support Polk County’s designated humane society and gratitude is extended to everyone who added a little bit extra to their receipt, for the animals.

Our staff participated in two meet-and-greet get-together conferHouston ences this past week.

One was held in Roberts.

It was a chance to meet with and exchange ideas and information with western Wisconsin shelters and rescues. There are so many wonderful people out there, doing what they can to help people with their pets, training them, spaying them, feeding them, changing legislation for them, trapping, neutering and releasing them, and finding them new forever homes. The networking helps us all work together to make the lives of the animals in our “neck of the woods” better.

The second conference was in Golden Valley, Minn., at the Animal Humane Society. It was a chance to meet with and share resources with the

shelters and rescues across the river in Minnesota.

To take on such an emotional roller coaster on a daily basis can take its toll, so in the afternoon, we learned about compassion fatigue and how to deal with it in animal welfare. It is always rewarding to meet with others facing the same challenges we do and to know that we are all in this together.

Slowly but surely our kitten population has been walking out the door with adoptive families. Exciting news of the week is that Celia has been adopted. Celia had been at the shelter (with her sister S’more) since April 30. (S’more is still waiting for her special someone.) Tanner also found his special home. Tanner had been with us since May 24. It is hard for adult cats to find their special someone when there are so many kittens to choose from. But in the end, someone comes who doesn’t want to deal with the “kitten krazies” and welcomes a friendly adult cat for the special, mature friendship they provide. Good for them, I say.

And good for Tanner and Celia. Kittens are arriving by the litter every day. They are usually abandoned litters in need of TLC before they are ready for the healthy kitten adoption room. Look for your new kitten at Arnell, as the summer winds down and we all settle into our school year routine.

Arnell Memorial Humane Society, Amery, 715268-7387, or online at arnellhumane.org.

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YAPpenings Sadie

Siren news

715-349-2964 Summer is waning; before we know it we will see little white flakes falling again. With all the super-hot days we have had I’m kind of looking for a few of the cold ones. By January I’ll bet I’ll be wishing for warm weather once again, so goes the discontent of most of us humans. Grass in bear country has turned more brown than green, the lack of enough moisture and those high temps probably the culprit.

The summer birds have started to take off to their winter homes. We haven’t had a rose-breasted grosbeak here for over a week. There were at least six pairs nesting here as we had six males at the feeders at the same time. They brought their young to the feeders, my how they begged to be fed, and that worked only so long, then it was feed yourself. Orioles are seen only once in a while. If you watch

other birds, their colors are slowly changing, another hint of the coming winter.

The bucks – and we have seen only two small ones this year, a rather low count but then the deer population in bear country is almost nonexistent these days – those two bucks are starting to shed their velvet. Seems a might early but then I always believe if you watch nature she will give you a good indication of the changing seasons.

Sympathy to the family of Ruth L. Rock, longtime teacher and resident of Siren. She passed away July 25.

The class of Siren, 1956, had six classmates and their spouses at their 56th reunion. They enjoyed dinner and visiting on Saturday evening at Adventures. Thanks to Naomi Glover for all her hard work

Bev Beckmark getting the group together.

How many of you remember Francis Vergauwen and his wife Carol? Francis was the head of the Grantsburg bank in Siren in the 1960s. Red and Joyce Anderson were pleased when they stopped in at their home for a visit July 25. The Vergauwens now live in Waupaca.

The Siren Methodist Church hosted the Swedish fiddlers from the Town of Orsa, in the providence of Dalarna Sweden, last Sunday evening, many of these talented kids are return performers, some more than once. The group was started back in 1996. Margaretha Mattsson, the director, is well known throughout Sweden. Thank you Rudy Solomonson for all the work you do to get these multitalented kids to our area.

Wisconsin Interstate Park Friday, Aug. 10

Pet A Pelt, 3 p.m., at the Ice Age Center. Did you know that deer hair is hollow? What makes the fur of a beaver or otter different than other furbearers?

Get the answers to these questions and more and feel the differences in various animal pelts while you learn about Wisconsin’s wildlife.

Saturday, Aug. 11

Circle Compass Course, 2 p.m., at the Skyline Shelter near the Ice Age Center. Never learned to use a compass? Or has it been a long time? Despite new technology, knowing how to use a basic compass is still a valuable and potentially lifesaving skill. And it’s fun! Review the basics of compass use then test your skill on the course, individually or as a family. Make it a competition, or just for fun!

A Billion Years on the Pothole Trail, 4 p.m., at the Pothole Trail. Join the naturalist and hike back in

time to see the geological wonders formed over the last billion years.

Universe in the Park, 8:30 p.m., at the Ice Age Center. An outreach program of the Space Astronomy Lab and the Department of Astronomy, University of Wisconsin - this special Universe in the Park presentation will be followed by a stargazing session outside (weather permitting). The indoor program will be held rain or shine. Learn about the latest discoveries and puzzles of our universe!

Sunday, Aug. 12

Spirits of Echo Canyon, 10 a.m., at the Summit Rock Trail sign. Join the naturalist for a scenic hike around Echo Canyon. Hear some of the fascinating history of the native peoples of the St. Croix River Valley and see a nature-made rock face along the trail.

Family Fun: Lizards – Modern Day Dinosaurs, 1

p.m., at the Ice Age Center. Meet Puff the bearded dragon, visit with the naturalist about lizards and other reptiles, and bring home a crafted make-andtake lizard of your own. Fun for the entire family!

Tuesday, Aug. 14

Family Fun: Insect Bingo, 10 a.m., at the Beach House. Investigate places where insects live and “bee” the Insect Bingo winner!

Thursday, Aug. 16

Nature story time, 10 a.m., Join the naturalist for a story and activity chosen especially for young children and their parents. Check at the park office for the program location within the park.

Interstate Park is located in St. Croix Falls, on Hwy. 35 just one-half mile south of Hwy. 8. For more information call Julie Fox or Barb Walker at 715-4833747.

Engagement Armatis/Greener Kayla and Emilee Armatis along with Annaleise, Caleb and Christian Greener would like to announce the engagement of their parents, Heather Armatis and Jamie Greener. A fall wedding is planned. – submitted

Frederic Senior Center Dave Peterson

We finally got some much-needed rain and cooler weather. We can use more of each.

The winners for Spades were Inez Pearson, Carmen Marek, Darleen Groves and Marlyce Borchert.

The 9-bid winner was Ellis Erickson.

The winners for 500 were Marlyce Borchert, Lorraine Hansen, Dellories Potter and Del Hansen. I didn’t get the name of the 9-bid winner.

Remember that we play Spades Monday at 1 p.m., 500 Thursday at 6:30 p.m., Pokeno at 1 p.m.

Wednesday and Friday and Dime Bingo from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday.

We will be having the carpet cleaned on Wednesday, Aug. 15, at 9 a.m., so there will be no Pokeno.

Enjoy our much nicer weather. Hope to see you at the center.

Siren Senior Center Nona Severson

By the time you read this, the Burnett County Senior Picnic will be over. It was held at the Siren Senior Center on Wednesday, Aug. 8. I hope they had a good crowd as a lot of planning was done to make it a success. All the nutrition centers are responsible for part of the meal. It is so much nicer to plan the picnic to be inside and not have to deal with bugs, weather and uneven ground for the seniors to walk on.

The new Senior News bulletin is ready for you to pick up at the center. This bulletin tells some news and upcoming items for the center. Barb Geske is doing a great job putting it together.

The foot-care person will be at the center on Monday, Aug. 13.

Winners for 500 were Virginia Wasserman, Larry Anderson, Tony Rutter, Karen Steffen and Pam Geiger.

Spade winners were Marlyce Borchert, Dwaine Bentley, Susie Hughes, Darleen Groves and Anke Olesen.

Don’t forget to shop at the farmers market every Saturday, 1 to 3 p.m.

Enjoy the summer days and see you at the center.

Dewey LaFollette Karen Mangelsen

Karen Mangelsen visited Doris Kosloski Tuesday afternoon.

Clam River Tuesday Club met Aug. 1 at the home of Trudy DeLawyer. The next meeting will be Sept. 5 at 12:30 p.m. at the home of Dixie Andrea. The afternoon will start with a potluck meal.

Jan and Hannah Schott went with Lida Nordquist to Duluth, Minn., Wednesday and stayed overnight for a mini vacation.

Kris Fjelstad attended the wake and funeral for her aunt Dede White on Wednesday and Thursday in Chippewa Falls. She was 80.

Grace Mangelsen was an overnight guest of Hank and Karen Mangelsen Thursday and Friday.

Nina Hines, Lida Nordquist and Marlene Swearingen attended the salad luncheon at Trinity Lutheran Church in Spooner Friday.

Saturday Bob and Kris Fjelstad attended a celebration of life for Rose Deede in Eau Claire. Rose had a short but courageous battle with cancer.

Tamara Lawrence visited Maynard and Ronda Mangelsen Saturday. That evening Maynard and Ronda were visitors of Ken and Tyann Otis.

Mark Hines visited Donna and Gerry Hines over the weekend. Marlene Swearingen called on them Sunday.

Sunday visitors of Lawrence and Nina Hines were Lida Nordquist and Karen and Hank Mangelsen.

Lydia and Keith Schuck visited Ronda and Maynard Mangelsen Sunday.

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TOWN TALK/COUNTRY CHATTER Engagement

Lundmark-Lundquist Peggy and Tim Lundmark, Cumberland, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kelly, to Greg Lundquist, son of Lori and Bryan Lundquist, Frederic.

Kelly is a graduate of Argosy University and is a dental hygienist at Oakwood Dental in Hudson.

Greg is a graduate of St. Cloud State University and is a land surveyor for Stonebrooke Engineering in Burnsville, Minn.

A September wedding is planned. – Photo submitted

Academic news MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – The Regents of the University of Minnesota, on the recommendation of the faculty, have conferred upon Michelle Davidsavor, 2008 Grantsburg graduate, the degree of Bachelor of Arts with all its privileges and obligations. Davidsavor has a major in psychology. Ceremonies took place on Mother’s Day at the Mariucci Arena. She wishes to continue her education and gain her master’s degree. - submitted ••• MILWAUKEE – The following individuals from the area have been named to the dean’s list at the UW-Milwaukee for the spring 2012 semester. UWM is the second largest university in the state of Wisconsin, with more than 29,000 undergraduate and graduate students.

Amery Marlene Richter, health sciences, undergraduate; Osceola Jacob J. Elmquist, engineering and computer science, undergraduate. - submitted ••• MEQUON - Concordia University Wisconsin officials released the spring dean’s list for the 20112012 academic year. To be eligible for the honor, students must achieve a minimum 3.50 GPA. Among the area students named to the list were:

Frederic

Samantha Nelson, athletic training. - submitted •••

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Grantsburg Public Library Children’s book sale

The library will hold a children’s book sale during August to raise money for children’s programming at the library. Book lovers and bargain shoppers can sift through hundreds of books during the sale.

Read for pizza

Do you have a child that could use an extra nudge to read during the summer months? The library has partnered with Grantsburg Holiday Stationstore to offer children who read 20 minutes a day, for seven days, a coupon for a free personalsize pizza. To participate, pick up reading incentive slips at the Grantsburg Library.

Web site

The library has a newly updated Web site. Visit the site to find out about upcoming library programs,

view new book lists and search for your favorite titles in the library catalog.

Facebook

Find out about the latest library happenings on the library’s Facebook site, facebook.com/ GrantsburgLibrary. Utilize the site to give feedback on the library, view images of events or support the library by becoming a friend.

Library hours and information

Monday noon – 6 p.m.; Tuesday noon – 6 p.m.; Wednesday 10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Thursday noon – 6 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The contact information for the library is 715-463-2244; Web site is grantsburg.wislib.org, and now you can follow the library on Facebook.

Orange

Fran Krause

Bob Burford’s daughter Sue and husband Paul from California are visiting him.

Jack and Jeri Witzany spent the weekend with Mike in Champlin, Minn. They also celebrated Jeri and Mike’s birthdays.

John and Reeny Neinstadt spent Friday night and Saturday in Eau Claire with the Johnsons. They had supper with the Flagstads. On Sunday, they visited Sharon and Ron Proffit and had supper with them.

Teresa Childers is spending a few days at their cabin.

Elaine Scott joined her college classmates at The Orchard in Baldwin for noon luncheon on July 26.

Edna (Mortson) Greeson returned to her home in Waco, Texas, after spending a month with sisters,

LaVonne O'Brien

Elaine (Scott) and Ethel (Mortson) Daniels and other relatives. Elaine and Carl Hansen, El Paso, Texas, are visiting their brother Scotty and Elaine Daniels this week.

Thursday evening, Anita and Lawrence O’Brien, Diane Medaglia and friend, Kris and Fran Krause enjoyed the play, “Steel Magnolias.”

Many ladies and girls attended the bridal shower for Jamie Kopecky at Bethany Lutheran Church Monday evening. Hostesses were Maxine Lindquist and Marge Olson.

The Scotts and Ethel Daniels were guests at the home of Greg Daniels on Viola Lake for their son’s wedding.

Birth announcements Born at Osceola Medical Center

A boy, Braxton Vernon Remley, born July 30, 2012, to Kate Schaeppi and Andrew Remley, Osceola. Braxton weighed 8 lbs., 1 oz.

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Born at St. Croix Falls Medical Center:

A boy, Mac Allen Bringgold, born July 8, 2012, to Michell Kemis and Jeffrey Bringgold, Milltown. Mac weighed 8 lbs., 15 oz.

••• A boy, Ezra Dean Frokjer, born July 8, 2012, to Amanda and Jacob Frokjer, Balsam Lake. Ezra weighed 7 lbs., 15 oz.

••• A boy, Luke William Jansen, born July 9, 2012, to Josh and Emily Jansen, Dresser. Luke weighed 8 lbs., 10 oz.

••• A girl, Ainsley Rose Krause, born July 10, 2012, to Andrew and Christina Krause, Shafer, Minn. Ainsley weighed 7 lbs., 2 oz.

••• A girl, Lola Eileen Gorres, born July 10, 2012, to Karen and Beau Gorres, Amery. Lola weighed 7 lbs., 9 oz.

••• A boy, Mason Thomas-Jay Miller, born July 11, 2012, to Leah Odegard and Jason Miller, Grantsburg. Mason weighed 8 lbs., 5 oz.

••• A girl, Alena Christine Leis, born July 12, 2012, to Andrea Leis, Balsam Lake. Alena weighed 9 lbs., 12 oz.

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A boy, Ander Leo Pranghofer, born July 12, 2012, to Melanie Rogers and Thomas Pranghofer, Taylors Falls, Minn. Ander weighed 7 lbs., 6 oz.

••• A girl, Trinity Angel Anderson, born July 13, 2012, to Zena Heth and Dustyn Anderson, Frederic. Trinity weighed 6 lbs., 7 oz.

••• A boy, AJ Arthur Roehm, born July 14, 2012, to Debbie and Todd Roehm, Luck. AJ weighed 8 lbs., 5 oz.

••• A boy, Jakos Patrick Ollanta Taylor, born July 15, 2012, to Joelle Taylor, Balsam Lake. Jakos weighed 7 lbs., 6 oz.

••• A girl, Annabelle Terese Zurawski, born July 15, 2012, to Tony and Crystal Zurawski, Grantsburg.

Annabelle weighed 6 lbs., 13 oz.

••• A girl, MaKenna Marie Douglas, born July 17, 2012, to Kayla Karl and Devin Douglas, Luck.

MaKenna weighed 8 lbs., 7 oz.

••• A girl, Audrey Linda Anderson, born July 19, 2012, to Kyle and Melissa Anderson, St. Croix Falls.

Audrey weighed 6 lbs., 2 oz.

••• A girl, Ally Mae Schadt, born July 19, 2012, to Stacy and Paul Schadt, Lindstrom, Minn. Ally weighed 8 lbs., 12 oz.

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LIBRARY NEWS

Milltown Public Library

Frederic Public Library The rain forest comes alive Nature’s Niche of Stevens Point will bring Remnants of the Rain forest to the Frederic Library on Thursday, Aug. 16, at 2 p.m. Join us for this free program, which introduces live animals including arthropods, amphibians, birds, mammals, lizards, turtles and snakes found in the world’s tropics.

What are the book groups reading?

The Thursday morning group will meet Thursday, Aug. 16, at 10 a.m., to discuss “A Wizard of Earthsea,” by Ursula K. Le Guin. This modern classic is the first in the Earthsea Cycle by a renowned author who has received every major fantasy fiction award. The evening book group will also meet at 6:30 p.m., to talk about “State of Wonder,”

by Ann Patchett.

Amazon.com describes this book: “Dr. Marina Singh, a research scientist with a Minnesota pharmaceutical company, is sent to Brazil to track down her former mentor, Dr. Annick Swenson, who seems to have all but disappeared in the Amazon while working on what is destined to be an extremely valuable new drug.”

Copies are available at the library and new members are always welcome at the book discussions.

There’s still time for summer reading fun The summer program ends Saturday, Aug. 18, and all reading slips must be turned in by Saturday, Aug. 25, to earn entry tickets for the special prize drawings.

Story time Wednesday morning for all kids Story time runs Wednesday mornings

at 10:30 a.m., with stories chosen for preschoolers and young readers. Caregivers must accompany the children. This summer we also offer a Big Kids story time at 10:30 a.m., for youth older than preschool age. If you are interested in reading to the children this summer, we welcome you. Please talk to a librarian to choose a date, and we will supply the materials.

Share the Bounty If you picked up Share the Bounty seeds at the library this spring, or if you planted your own seeds and your garden is now overflowing with a bumper crop, please remember to bring some of your harvest to the library for the local food shelf. We need to keep the food shelf stocked year-round.

Computer concerns? Gizmo questions?

Bring in your technology questions and we will help you find the answers. We can also show you how to download free e-books. If you have questions about terminology, Internet, e-mail, Facebook or anything else computer-related, talk to us.

How to know what we know Find us on Facebook at Frederic Public Library. The Web site is fredericlibrary.org.

E-mail us at library@fredericlibrary.org. Frederic Public Library, 127 Oak St. W., 715-327-4979. Library hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Story time for preschoolers is held every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.

St. Croix Falls Public Library Summer reading August events for kids Wednesday, Aug. 15, 10:30 a.m. Nature story time with Jenni from Minnesota Interstate Park. Wednesday, Aug. 15, 7 p.m.

Little Yoga at the Overlook, free summertime yoga for children and caregivers with instructor Julie Karsky. Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2:30 p.m. Art Geeks, open creativity time for kids. Wednesday, Aug. 29, Pajamas After Hours at the library, read with SCF teachers, play games and make cool stuff, 6 – 8 p.m.

Summer reading at the library Dream Big, READ Now through August, turn in your reading slips by Friday, Aug. 31, for chances to win the grand prizes. There are weekly prize drawings and activities, pick up a schedule at the library or download a copy from the Web site.

Between the Covers – Summer reading for adults 18-plus Discover – Read or listen to any three titles of your choice to enter drawings for fabulous prizes. Connect – Help us build our reading local list of titles. Use the library Web site to share the great reads you are enjoying over the summer, see what others are reading or listening to.

Enjoy - Grand prize, Amazon Kindle, plus each participant wins a library mug. Pick up forms at the library or download them from the Web site.

Book Sizzle! New on the Web site Check it out. Also sign up to get the library newsletter via e-mail.

Story hour Listen to stories, create art and have fun with other kids and parents every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.

Summertime yoga for families Summertime yoga for families with Julie Karsky at the Overlook Deck on

Wednesday, Aug. 15, 7 p.m.

Plant Watchers with your host, botanist/ecologist Barb Delany First Monday of each month at 6-7:45 p.m. Information about native plants and native habitats, lively observations and protecting biodiversity. Program includes outdoor hike from the library, 7 p.m. Last meeting date is Sept. 3.

Individual help for basic computer questions Mondays from 1-3 p.m., bring your own laptop; check out a library laptop or workstation. Call ahead to ensure availability.

Play Wii at the library Inquire at the circulation desk. A friend of the library donated a brand-new Wii. Used games and accessory donations in good condition are welcome.

Summer reading program The youth summer reading program is well under way. There is still plenty of time to join and win weekly prizes. There will be one grand prize winner of an iPod Touch at the end of the program on Thursday, Aug. 31. Visit the library for details.

Computer basics Open lab for beginners is available on Mondays at 1 and 2 p.m. Sign up for an hour-long session at the circulation desk or call 715-825-2313.

Upcoming events Mad Science – Friday, Aug. 17, at 3 p.m.

Crazy scientists invade the library for this wild program called Phantastic Physics.

Stick around and try the Van de Graaff.

Bring your camera because you won’t want to forget this.

Join the Friends of the Library The next meeting will be held on Thursday, Aug. 9, at 6:30 p.m. Anyone can be a member and can help in many ways.

Did you know?

Besides the myriad of books in all gen-

res and reading levels, the library also has oodles of movies, books on audio, and even e-books and e-audiobooks. Check out our upcoming programming and wares anytime at milltownpubliclibrary.org or stop in to browse the collections. You can also find the Milltown Public Library on Facebook and Twitter.

Book Sizzle! and E-Newsletter Your source for hot titles is now available and you can join our virtual mailing list by visiting the library’s Web site.

Play Wii at the library The Wii room is open for business.

Games and select accessories are available for use within the library. Donations of games and accessories in good condition are welcome.

Hours and information Phone: 715-825-2313, open Monday through Thursday 10 a.m-7 p.m, Friday 10 a.m-5 p.m, and Saturday 10 a.m-2 p.m. Email milltownpl@milltownpubliclibrary. org. Fresh coffee and fast Wi-Fi are served every day.

Centuria Public Library Summer reading program a success at Centuria Public Library The last three weeks in July were busy weeks for the Centuria Public Library.

With 40 participants in the summer reading program and many of them reading to get a chance for the great prizes, many books were being checked out of the library. Lots of fun was being had at the last two summer reading activity programs and on July 31, every participant in attendance was able to order their own book as a reward for reading this summer.

The summer reading activity during the third week of July was called Outer Space.

The individuals that came to that event were able to do a space exploration game, explode a planet, and shoot off rockets right outside of the library. The fourth week of July a program called Monster Mash was held. Face painting, making a movable monster eye poster and having monster toast was just part of the fun.

The final Tuesday in July the reading extravaganza was held with great treats and prizes being awarded to the reading winners. Grand prize winners were Kacey Schallenberger, Grace Peterson, Lucas Raddatz and Sadie Raddatz. Gratitude is extended to the anonymous donor for the two bicycles and the two iPod Nanos that were donated and to Polk-Burnett for the

The summer reading event called Monster Mash involved a chance for the kids to get their faces painted and to make movable eye posters. grant award that was used to support all of the activities throughout the month of July.

Hours Monday, noon – 5 p.m.; Tuesday, noon – 7 p.m.; Wednesday, noon – 5 p.m.; Thursday, noon – 7 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. – noon. Contact information: 715-646-2630, centuriapl@ifls.lib.wi.us or centurialibrary.org.

Community meeting room is available for your organization Reserve the meeting room with our online form at stcroixfallslibrary.org.

Check out the Web site It has up-to-date information on what’s happening at the library and other useful library tools you can use at home, stcroixfallslibrary.org. Look for us on Facebook.

Technology Free wireless and eight public computers are available at the library. Plus six laptops available for use in the library, must have a valid MORE library card in good standing.

Hours The library is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 715-483-1777. Email: scflibrary@stcroixfallslibrary.org Online: stcroixfallslibrary.org.

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Participants in the Outer Space program had the opportunity to “explode a planet" at the library in July.

Grand prize winners in the library’s reading program were Kacey Schallenberger, Grace Peterson, Lucas Raddatz and Sadie Raddatz. – Photos submitted

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Sid Briggs, longtime Danbury resident and former Danbury postmaster, looked over historical displays set up at Danbury Town Hall for Danbury’s 100th-year celebration last weekend. - Photo by Priscilla Bauer Danbury royalty graced the Danbury 100th-anniversary celebration on Saturday, Aug. 4. Shown (L to R): 2011 Miss Danbury Raelyn Tretsven, 2011 Princess Callie Nyren, 2012 Ambassador Ayden Roy and 2012 Little Miss Danbury Aubree Hill. – Photos by Sherill Summer unless otherwise noted

This 1954 Fordomatic Crestline in a color called cameo coral, owned by Darril Logas, won second place at the Danbury car show.

What would a celebration be without a cake?

This 1960 Plymouth sports a classic fin.

Rep. Nick Milroy, of the 73rd District that includes Danbury, spoke at Danbury's 100thanniversary celebration on Saturday, Aug. 4.

He congratulated Danbury, of course, but he also mentioned the great fishing.

Photos by Sherill Summer

Arnie Enslin said a few words about the history of Danbury before saying a prayer at the 100th-anniversary celebration.

The Swiss Town Hall was filled with Danbury's history on Saturday, including the old poastcard taken at a powwow.

Ten-year-old Jenna Gomulak read the 100th-anniversary proclamation at the celebration.

This newspaper story about Linda (Lundsman) Sears’ record black bear shot in 196, was among the memorabilia at the Swiss Town Hall.

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Lumberjack Bobby Berg is shown taking part in a competition where the lumberjacks had to stand on a plank braced on a log and chop off the top half of the log

Lumberjacks Andrew Johnson and Bobby Berg competed in several lumberjack events at Danbury’s Timber Works Lumberjack Show on Saturday, Aug. 4, as part of the community’s 100-year celebration. Here, Berg (far right) won the first event.

Andrew Johnson sawing a “rabbit” out of a log. When sawed in half it became a little chair which they gave away to a little girl in the crowd.

Several children line up to get each of the lumberjacks autographs on wood “cookies” they picked up from the show.

Photos by Abby Ingalls

The last event of Saturday’s Timber Works Lumberjack Show was several rounds of logrolling where the lumberjacks tried to keep their balance while attempting to dislodge their opponent.

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2012 Summerfest

Siren LEFT: Doug Crane and Al Parson entertained a crowd on Thursday evening, Aug. 2, kicking off Siren’s Summerfest with Music in the Park at the Crooked Lake band shell. Photo by Jane Rose

RIGHT: Joan Jendro of Sweet Meadow flower farm near Lewis brought her blooms to the Siren Farmers Market on Saturday, Aug. 4. – Photo by Sherill Summer

RIGHT: Jazman of St. Croix Falls turned 1, and she had a party at Siren’s Crooked Lake Park during Summerfest. – Photo by Sherill Summer LEFT: Ruth and Rudy Mothes are shown holding down the concession stand at the Siren Ballpark during Summerfest. – Photo by Sherill Summer

The sidewalk sale at the Shops at the Lodge is always full of good deals on gifts. – Photo by Jean Koelz

Guests at the Nuthouse Deli enjoy gourmet food by Chef Jorge at the premier Friday night dinner. – Photo

by Jean Koelz

Lions Club members cooked up enough chicken and ribs to feed 300-400 in Crooked Lake Park SaturThe bargains at Peggy’s Fashion Rack sidewalk sale tent always draw a crowd. – day, Aug. 4. – Photo by Jean Koelz Photo by Jean Koelz

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2012 Summerfest

Burnett Area Arts Group puts a variety of work from a number of area artists on sale at the gallery’s open house. – Photo by Jean Koelz

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The Syren Area Garden Tour was held on Sunday, Aug. 5. One of the gardens in this year’s tour was this one, maintained by Deb Mikkelson. – Photo by Sherill Summer

Moose Mulligan’s Peter Walsh explains the rules to teams gathered to compete in the adventure golf tournament held Saturday, Aug. 4. – Photo

by Jean Koelz

No ordinary flea market at the ice arena: lilies at one end, handmade soaps at the other, and almost all new merchandise in between. – Photo by Jean Koelz

Nine-year-old Bella of Minneapolis, Minn., and 8-year-old Saige of Lake Park, Minn., are shown swinging at Crooked Lake Park in Siren during Summerfest.

– Photo by Sherill Summer

Twelve-year-old Jacob of Minneapolis was fishing at the Crooked Lake fishing pier during Summerfest in Siren. So far he hadn’t caught anything this day, but he recently caught a nice largemouth bass from the pier. He had been fishing the peer since he was 3. – Photo by Sherill Summer

This colorful classic draws attention to all the vintage cars parked on Main Street Saturday morning.

– Photo by Jean Koelz

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Sterling Settlers 74th picnic TOWN OF STERLING – Sunday, June 24, was filled with sun, smiles and laughter, great food and awesome memories remembered and made, as 87 friends ranging from ages 11 to 98 gathered at the Cushing Community Center.

They started the day of with an abundance of food and fellowship, followed by a short message and discussion on the upcoming 75th picnic next year from Shirley Christianson. Acknowledgements and gratitude were given to all who helped make this day possible: the Julia Grahm family’s yearly donation, the Cushing bank for the ice cream, the Minnesota Lundquist family for the strawberries and the committee members. Opportunities to join and to take self-guided tours were enjoyed by many of the SELHS museum at the Cushing Community Center. Many photos and displays of interest were also located around the room.

Pastor Dave Alquist and his wife, Carol, from Grace Baptist Church in Grantsburg, shared their gift of song, including a verse in Swedish from the song “Children of our Heavenly Father.” Pastor Dave, a youth minister for 34 years, was the guest speaker as well, with the highlight being the Three F’s: Family, Friends and Faith.

Awards were given.The oldest woman: Ferne Baker, who was 98 that day. The oldest man: Frank Boatman, 92.

The longest married: Frank and Ruth Boatman, 71 years; with special honors to Myron and Verle Bergstrom, 64 years; Andy and Geri Swenson, 64 years; Russ and Dottie Adams, 62 years; Leroy and Marlys Hedberg, 62 years; Loren and Beulah Nelson, 61 years; and Ray and Myrna Lundquist, 60 years. The youngest person attending went to Rylee Hoffman. First-timers were Rita Radke, Ron Mortensen, Norman Syrjala, Christina Halacy, Judy Wester, Mike Cole, Carol Peterson and LouCinda Pearson. Those who traveled the farthest were Ray Lundquist from Rochester, Minn., Millie Johnson from Eagan, Minn., Lori Forrest of River Falls and LouCinda Pearson from Blaine, Minn.

Participants love to honor the over-80 young'uns group

Frank Boatman, 92, received an award for being the oldest man attending the 74th-annual Sterling Settlers picnic on Sunday, June 24. – Photos submitted

Shown is the over-80 group that attended the Sterling Old Settlers Picnic on Sunday, June 24. – Photos submitted

Ferne Baker, 98, celebrated her 98th birthday that day and received an award for being the oldest woman attending the picnic.

Ruth and Frank Boatman, married 71 years, were given an award for the longestmarried couple.

each year. The men in attendance this year were Russ Adams (82), Gerald Cambronne (84), Ray Lundquist (84), Willis Christenson (81), Myron Bergstrom (88), Andy Swenson (88), Frank Boatman (92), George Anderson (82), LaVern Johnson (80), LeRoy Hedberg (84), Loren Hoffman (81), Loren Nelson (85). The ladies attending were Ramona Anderson (81), Frances Kurkowski (90), Rita Radke (80), Alberta Hanson (90), Dottie Adams (80), Ruth Boatman (91), Harriet Ross (86), Jinnie Nelson (95), Verle Bergstrom (84), Geri Swenson (83), Mary Christenson (80), Shirley Medchill (82), Marlys Hedberg (80), Beulah Nelson (81) and Ferne Baker (98).

They finished the day with cake, ice cream and strawberries.

The group hopes that everyone will be able to join them on Sunday, June 30, 2013. This date is one week later than we usual, so mark those calendars now.

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the group. One of the special things they have in the works is a commemorative book, to feature photos and stories of the families and friends who have attended over the last 75 years. They’re also interested in any photos or memories you may have of past picnics. Did you attend the picnic when it was at Cowen Creek? How do you have ties to the Town of Sterling? How many years have you been attending? Maybe you can come and help them with the next picnic or more. Please feel free to add your part of this history. Send your memories and photos to: Russ Hanson, 2519 285th Ave., Cushing WI 54006. The deadline is Oct. 1, 2012.

Committee members are Shirley, Pat, Ione, Russ, Don, Mark, Cheryl, Kristen, Marci, Ramona, Mary Jo, George and Patzy.

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"Drawn to the Word" worship event at Bone Lake Lutheran Church

Artist and Pastor Paul Oman will paint a larger-than-life-sized mural of “Let the Children Come to Me” before your eyes during worship. – Photo submitted

SIREN – Sunday evening, Aug. 5, the Vikarbyns Lilla Spelmanslag consisting of young people in their midteens to early 20s from the Town of Orsa, in the province of Dalarna, Sweden, put on a performance at the Siren Methodist Church. These young people and their director have had the honor to perform for King Karl Gustav and Queen Silvia of Sweden not once but several times.

Their director, Margaretha Matteson, is well-known throughout Sweden and several European countries.

These are some of those countries: Denmark, Iceland, Faroe Islands, Ireland, Finland, Norway, Germany and the United States.

Bringing this group to Siren once was the dream of Rudy Solomonson. Once here several years ago, they were so well received that they have returned to play several times. Most of the performers enjoy the area, a lot like Sweden, they can't wait to return. Many of the host families have the same young people year after year.

Let's hope they can continue to come yearly as rumor has it that this was Solomonson's last year of being in charge of bringing them to the area.

Gratitude is extended to him for bringing these tale n t e d youngsters to the area.

Shown are heels made in Sweden with traditional decorations.

Margarertha Matteson and the Swedish Fiddlers group posed with Rudy Solomonson. – Photos submitted

R u d y Solomonson was presented a ceramic angel from Margaretha Matteson.

A member of the Swedish Fiddlers group wore this traditional Swedish costume.

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LUCK – On Sunday, Aug. 26, at 9:30 a.m., readers are invited for a “Drawn to the Word” worship and artistic experience at Bone Lake Lutheran Church, rural Luck.

Artist and Pastor Paul Oman will paint a larger-than-lifesized mural of “Let the Children Come to Me” before your eyes during worship. This story will unfold artistically, musically and scripturally during the event centering on the theme of Jesus and the children. Coffee and fellowship time to meet the artist follows worship.

There will be a freewill offering during this event. All are welcome; come and see! Bone Lake Lutheran Church is located at 1101 255th Ave., five miles east of Luck on Hwy. 48, then south one-half mile on CTH I, phone 715-472-2535.

Oman shares his “Drawn to the Word” artistic ministry with congregations, conventions, retreats, camps, seminaries, colleges and other gatherings ecumenically across the country. He most recently served as pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church of Birchwood from 2003 to May of 2011 when he took up work as an artistic pastor full t i m e .

As an associate staff member of Vibrant Faith Ministries of Minneapolis, Minn., Oman seeks to give new vision to God’s Word by using the process of painting to captivate audiences in our visually oriented culture. Painting and drawing have been a part of Oman’s life since childhood.

Receiving international acclaim in 2010 as a watercolorist, he now uses this gift to proclaim the gospel in a unique and powerful way that impacts lives and inspires mission. You can visit his Web site at

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OBITUARIES

LaRena A. Kolve LaRena A. Kolve, 71, St. Croix Falls, died peacefully Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2012, at the home of her daughter, surrounded by family.

LaRena was born April 8, 1941, in Arkansaw, to Clarence and Thelma Heit. She attended the Arkansaw School. On July 18, 1964, she married Duane Kolve. LaRena ran a home day care for many years and then a housecleaning business. In her free time, she enjoyed playing cards, cooking, board games and her family.

LaRena was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Duane; son, Dale; and brother, Clarence Heit Jr. She is survived by daughter, Karen (Scott) Johnson; sons, Duane (Angie) Kolve and Larry Kolve; 10 grandchildren, Anita Flom, Jessica Flom, Robbie Flom, Branden Johnson, Jacqueline Kolve, Kevin Kolve, Alex Munson, Tyler Munson, Destiny Kolve and Ashley Kolve; two great-grandchildren, Brenna and Ben Sheet; sisters, Dorothy Webb, Sr. Bernard Heit, Carole Forster and Darla Pittman; brothers, Bernard, Doug and John Heit; numerous nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, Aug. 4, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Shafer, Minn. Interment was at the St. Francis Cemetery.

The Grandstrand Funeral Home, Osceola, was entrusted with arrangements.

Leonard “Lenny” Towle Leonard “Lenny” Towle, 50, a resident of Denver, Colo., died Friday, July 27, 2012.

Lenny was born Jan. 18, 1962, in Grantsburg to Leo and Carol Towle. Lenny loved to cook and attended the Cordon Bleu Cooking School.

Lenny was preceded in death by his wife, Janet.

He is survived by his parents, Leo and Carol; children, Jeremy Towle, Jennifer Towle, Ryan Larson, Victoria Braun, Sabrina Braun and Lucas Brayn; his sisters, Anne Thalin, Carla Skates, Charlene Wilson and Diana Towle; his brothers, John and Michael Towle; five grandchildren; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral service was held Monday, Aug. 6, at 2 p.m., at the Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home with Pastor Steve Ward officiating. Interment followed at the Danbury Cemetery. Online condolences can be made at swedberg-taylor.com.

The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.

Todd Anthony Sarne Todd Anthony Sarne, 35, Centuria and formerly of the Twin Cities, Minn., passed away at his home on July 31, 2012.

Todd was born Dec. 26, 1976, in St. Paul, Minn., the son of Ralph and Lois (Bakke) Sarne. Private (immediate family) services will be held at a later date.

The Kolstad Family Funeral Home of Centuria has been entrusted with arrangements.

Donald A. Johnson Donald A. Johnson, 90, resident of Frederic and Trade Lake, died Monday, Aug. 6, 2012.

Funeral services will be held at the Trade Lake Baptist Church on Friday, Aug. 10, at 2 p.m. Visitation will be held at the Rowe Funeral Home in Frederic on Thursday, Aug. 9, from 5 to 7 p.m. and one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com. Check the Web site for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-327-4475.

Rowe Funeral Home of Frederic has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Thomas “Tom” Kegel Thomas “Tom” Kegel, 61, Siren, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 5, 2012, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Minneapolis, Minn.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Aug. 9, at 11 a.m., with visitation from 10-11 a.m., at Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster. Visitation will also be held on Wednesday, Aug. 8, 5-8 p.m., at the funeral home.

The Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster, was entrusted with arrangements.

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Thank you again friends, family & neighbors for being together. “God Bless”

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Ruth (Pace) Arnold, 90, St. Croix Falls, passed away Aug. 2, 2012.

She was born on a farm in rural Eddyville, Iowa, to George W. and Susan M. (Stump) DeTar on Sept. 20, 1921. In 1930, the DeTar family moved to a rural farming community near Connersville. Ruth graduated from Boyceville High School with the Class of 1939. She then worked at Montgomery Ward in St. Paul, Minn., and Chicago, Ill., for several years. In 1943, she enlisted in the Army’s WAC Section and served her country for several years at various Army bases in the United States.

On Thanksgiving Day, 1945, she was united in marriage to Charles L. Pace at Deer Park. They owned and operated a dairy farm for many years near Wilson.

Charles died in 1993. Ruth was then married to Robert Arnold from 1995 until his death in 2000.

She is survived by her daughter, Patricia (Kenneth) Mitchell; sons, Charles Robert (Barb) Pace, William Thomas (Barb) Pace, and Scott James (Kate) Pace; granddaughters, Amanda Cook, Angela Mandera, Camilla and Brittany Pace, Frances and Nellie Pace; grandsons, Jeffrey Cook, Nick and Joe Pace; great-grandchildren, Jaden Cook, Majel Schmaltz, Shelby Cook, Emma Mandera, Keiran Mandera and Teigan Cook; also nieces, nephews and numerous dear friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Susan DeTar; husbands, Charles Pace and Robert Arnold; son, John Pace; brothers, Robert and Ralph DeTar; and foster sister, Hazel DeTar. A celebration of Ruth’s life was held Tuesday, Aug. 7, at Zion Lutheran Church in Woodville, with the Rev. Keith Anderson and the Rev. Andy Boe officiating. Judy Veenedaal was organist and John Terkelson was vocalist.

Pallbearers were Amanda Cook, Jeffrey Cook, Angela Mandera, Joe Pace, Kevin Rieland and Camilla Pace. Burial was in the Sunset Memorial Cemetery, Woodville, with military honors provided by the Woodville American Legion Post 301.

Keehr Funeral Home, Spring Valley, keeehrfuneralhome.com, was entrusted with arrangements.

Jene “Jeno” M. Livingston, 51, rural Amery/Range, passed away on Monday, Aug. 6, at his home with his loving family at his side.

Jeno was born on Feb. 17, 1961, in Milwaukee, the son of Charles and Betty (Tendrup) Livingston.

Jeno graduated from Unity High School in 1979. He was married to Deb Schmid on Oct. 5, 1979, and to this union three children were born. He worked mainly as a carpenter in the construction industry for many years in Wisconsin and in Minnesota. He enjoyed woodworking, camping, fishing, cutting wood, horses, Farmall tractors, playing with his grandchildren and spending time with his family and friends. He will be dearly missed.

Jeno leaves to celebrate his memory; father, Charles Livingston; wife, Deb Livingston; children, Autumn (T.J.) Salazar, Nick (Jessy) Livingston and Amber “Beeper” Livingston; grandchildren, Jon, Isaiah, Crystal and Ginger; brothers and sisters, Julie, Jim and Lori, Jon and Brenda, Jerry and Pam, Charles and Paulette, Jan and Dave, Jay and Katie, Craig and Nora, Heidi and Daryl, Jodi and John; aunts, uncles, cousins and other loving family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Betty (Victor) Harkness; granddaughters, Amber and Aryal; and his godfather Rolly Drost.

Jeno’s family will greet visitors Saturday, Aug. 11, from noon until 2 p.m., with a service at 2 p.m., at the Linder Farm, 576 233rd Ave., Luck.

For more information, please visit kolstadfamilyfuneralhome.com Honorary pallbearers will be Nick, Gary, J.T., Matt, Nellie and Wagner.

The Kolstad Family Funeral Home of Centuria has been entrusted with arrangements.

Jonathan “Jon” M. Hawkins Jonathan “Jon” M. Hawkins, 33, Luck, Town of Laketown, passed away on Aug. 3, 2102.

Jon was born on May 22, 1979, in St. Croix Falls. He was raised in the Luck area, graduated from Luck High School in 1997 and then attended the University of Wisconsin Barron County and received an associate degree in arts and science in 1999. He worked at the Luck Lumber Company for several years and was currently employed at McNally Industries in Grantsburg.

He was a former member of the Luck Fire Department, an avid tractor puller, a loyal family man and friend. He enjoyed working on and rebuilding tractors and attending the local events. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and his friends.

Jon leaves to celebrate his memory his father, Jim Hawkins of Luck; mother, Luanne Paulson of Cushing; brother, Paul (Courtney) Hawkins and their son, Colin, of Cushing; half brother, Jesse Gjerdahl, and his daughter, Olivia, of Osceola; grandmother, Louise Lehman of Cushing; aunts, uncles, cousins and other loving family and friends.

The funeral service was held Wednesday, Aug. 8, 11 a.m., at the Luck Lutheran Church with Pastor Ralph Thompson officiating.

The Kolstad Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Lorraine K. Keniroff Lorraine K. Keniroff, 84, Balsam Lake, passed away on Tuesday, July 31, 2012, at the Golden Age Manor Nursing Home in Amery.

Lorraine was born Nov. 5, 1927, in South St. Paul, Minn., the daughter of Joseph and Mary Genevieve (Mc Ardle) Kleve. Lorraine enjoyed gardening, canning, quilting and animals. She was a member of Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church in Balsam Lake.

Lorraine leaves to celebrate her memory, the Bauer and Letourneau families; friend Carla and her family; and other loving family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Margaret and Mary Genevieve; and one brother in infancy.

A memorial Mass was held Monday, Aug. 6, at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church in Balsam Lake. Father John Drummy officiated and music was provided by Audrey Ruck and Pam Garvey.

The Kolstad Family Funeral Home of Centuria was entrusted with arrangements.

Brenda L. Johnson Brenda L. Johnson, 51, resident of Centuria, died Friday, July 27, 2012, at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minn.

A visitation and service will be held at the New Wine Church, 309 5th St., Centuria, on Friday, Aug. 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. Pastor Scott Petznick will be officiating.

Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com or wicremationcenter.com. Check these Web sites for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-472-2444.

Rowe Funeral Home of Luck and the Northwest Wisconsin Cremation Center in Milltown have been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Eternal

Perspectives Sally Bair

Tomorrow When I was young, I could hardly wait to grow up and be like my big sister. Then I could wear makeup and go to parties and have boyfriends and …

After marriage when my first child was a baby, I could hardly wait until she spoke her first word and took her first step. Two babies later, I could hardly wait until they were all out of diapers. Later still, I could hardly wait until they were all in school … out of school for the summer … out on their own …

It seems like all I did was wait for tomorrow. Usually I looked forward to tomorrow with anticipation.

Sometimes, however, I viewed the next day with dread: a dental appointment, facing the pediatrician with medical news about a child, getting through my first day on a job.

Why does it take us so long to learn to live in the now? Concern about tomorrow is not an uncommon habit, apparently, for even Jesus spoke about it.

“Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” (Matthew 5:34) Jesus spoke these words immediately after telling us that we must seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, then everything we need will be given to us.

I don’t believe that Jesus meant we shouldn’t plan ahead for retirement or for possible illness or the cold days of winter. I believe he meant we shouldn’t keep our focus on tomorrow’s plans but to live in the now.

I think of the times I’ve spent in the past trying to capture the perfect photo for the future and missing out on the beauty of the moment. When we focus on the moment, we realize anew the wonderful gifts God has bestowed on us. We realize too that our relationship with him is the most important one we can have—for our days on Earth and for eternity.

Some people die suddenly, thus facing eternity before they expect to. We may die suddenly, too. But if we make sure our relationship with God through Christ is secure and our relationship with others is right, we don’t have to be concerned with tomorrow.

God will take care of our tomorrows.

Lord, we thank you for the gift of today. Help us to make good use of it by seeking you first, by showing love to and reconciling with those around us, and by trusting that you will meet tomorrow’s needs. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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CHURCH NEWS

Before son joins football team, he must know health risks Q: Our son wants to try out for the football team this year, but I’m concerned. He’s only a freshman, and we have friends whose sons have sustained fairly serious injuries playing high school football. Should we forbid him from trying out?

Jim: There’s no denying football is a rough sport. I should know – my own high school football career ended with a broken collarbone.

And there’s a significant amount of research suggesting that broken bones are just the tip of the iceberg. According to a 2010 New York Times article, football accounts for 22 percent of all concussions among 8- to 19-year-olds. In fact, 27 percent of football players ages 12 through 17 have had at least one concussion.

And the sport only gets more brutal when you move to the college and professional levels. Researchers have identified a serious condition in some NFL players called chronic traumatic encephalopathy. It can develop after repeated concussions and other trauma, resulting in serious depression and lack of impulse control. This condition may affect college-level players, too.

Jim Daly

Focus on the Family

Juli Slattery

Despite these alarming facts, I think it could be a mistake to prohibit your son from trying out for the team. Football is a great sport that teaches kids teamwork and helps them get in shape. At this point, the dangers of college and pro football are not a factor regarding your son, and probably never will be.

However, the “win at all costs” mentality that pervades professional sports can trickle down to the high school level as well. You, and your son, simply need to be aware of the risks involved. Most injuries will have no long-term impact, so long as they’re allowed to heal properly.

Talk to the coach and make sure he doesn’t push his players back out on the field too soon after being hurt. Playing while injured isn’t just tough – it’s stupid.

••• Q: I have a 15-year-old daughter who’s very artistic and melodramatic.

Lately, she’s started acting odd – dressing in black, staying in her room a lot and avoiding the family. Is this normal teenage behavior, or should I be con-

You mentioned that she’s artistic. Perhaps her drawings, poetry or other forms of expression can be a window into what she’s feeling. While a certain amount of moodiness is normal in teens, if you see consistent themes of despair or thoughts of self-injury or suicide, it’s time to contact someone who specializes in teen issues to help your daughter weather the storm.

••• 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.

Copyright 2012 Focus on the Family, Colorado Springs, CO 80995. International copyright secured. All rights reserved. Distributed by Universal Uclick, 1130 Walnut St. Kansas City, MO 64106; 816-581-7500.

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Luck and St. Peter’s Lutheran Churches

VBS welcomes Crex Meadows

Highview Bluegrass Band coming to NVL this Sunday RURAL MILLTOWN - The Highview Bluegrass Band will join North Valley Lutheran in worship on Sunday, Aug. 12, at the 9:15 a.m. service. Band members include Bob Andrewson on guitar and vocals, Kelly Andrewson on banjo, guitar and vocals, and Kevin G. Louden on dobro, guitar, banjo, mandolin and vocals. All of them are members at Falun Baptist Church.

Some of their selections will be “Crying Holy,” “I Pressed Through the Crowd,” “The One You Lean On,” “Angel Band,” “Paul and Peter Walked,” and “He Took Your Place.” A freewill offering will be taken. Fellowship and coffee/refreshments after the service.

North Valley is located at 1988 220th Ave., CTH G, Centuria, two miles west of Milltown. Phone: 715-825-3559.

Web site: nvlch.org - with submitted information

cerned?

Juli: Yes, it’s normal teenage behavior, and yes, you should be concerned. The adolescent years often include the behaviors your daughter is exhibiting: mood swings, withdrawal and going through “fads” with music and clothing. Just because these behaviors are normal doesn’t mean they shouldn’t cause concern.

Teenagers lack both life experience and the ability to think through consequences of their choices. This leaves them vulnerable to high-risk behaviors, including drug and alcohol use, sexual activity and self-injury.

Parents of teens should be especially attentive when they notice drastic changes in behavior. For example, a straight-A student begins neglecting his schoolwork or a social teen suddenly doesn’t want to talk to her friends.

While your daughter is pulling away from you, your strategy should be to “lean into” her. It’s critical that you work at connecting with her, even if she seems to resist. Find ways to spend time with her, such as running errands or going to the mall. Ask open-ended questions about school, her friends and the music she likes. Is there anything going on in her life– family conflict, a breakup, or even problems with a bully – that may be causing her pain above and beyond the normal adolescent experience?

Crosswalk Community Church of Frederic recently hosted a communitywide vacation Bible school with the theme of Sonrise National Park. Each group of children was treated to a special presentation from Crex Meadows to talk about Wisconsin wildlife. Presenters were Heidi Rousch, Wisconsin DNR natural resources educator, and Chris Spaight, Wisconsin DNR warden.

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Church listings sponsored by the following area businesses: BREMER BANK, N.A. Full-Service Banking Member FDIC Frederic - Danbury - Siren

DAEFFLER’S QUALITY MEATS, INC. Wholesale & Retail Meats Custom Butchering & Processing Phone 715-327-4456

INTER-COUNTY CO-OP PUBLISHING ASSOCIATION Printers & Publishers Office Supplies

Frederic, Wis. - 715-327-4236 Shell Lake, Wis. - 715-468-2314 Siren, Wis. - 715-349-2560 St. Croix Falls, Wis. - 715-483-9008

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

NORTHWESTERN WISCONSIN ELECTRIC CO.

“Your Electric Servant” Serving Polk & Burnett Counties “Use Energy Wisely”

CARLSON-ROWE FUNERAL HOME Frederic, Wis. 715-327-4475

Duane Lindh

HAULING

• Gravel • Sand • Rock • Top Soil • Trackhoe 715-472-2717 Mobile 715-491-1861 1065 290th Ave. Frederic, Wis.

ALPHA BASS LAKE LUMBER • 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

WEBSTER

LUCK

CUSHING

CASHCO BUILDING SUPPLIES

VAN METER’S MEATS

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

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

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 1/12

FREDERIC

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.

Elder: Cliff Bjork, 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.

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.

MILLTOWN LUTHERAN

113 W. Main St.. W., Phone 715-825-2453 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship (begins May 27)

NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH

Pastor Emory Johnson, 715-463-5700 www.newhopelutheranchurch.org 685 W. State Road 70, Grantsburg Sun. Wor. Serv. 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 11 a.m.

Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

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 www.facebook/OurRedeemerWebster

PEACE LUTHERAN - DRESSER (ELCA)

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

Sr. Pastor Gil White; Assoc. Pastor Thomas Cook 715-866-8646 Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

GRACE UNITED - WEBSTER

Sr. Pastor Gil White; Assoc. Pastor Thomas Cook 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.

2355 Clark Road, Dresser, WI, 715-755-2515 Web site: plcdresser.org Pastor Wayne Deloach, Intern Melissa Carmack Sun. Wor. 9 a.m., Wed. Wor. 7 p.m.

LAKEVIEW UNITED - HERTEL

PILGRIM LUTHERAN - FREDERIC (ELCA)

Sr. Pastor Gil White; Assoc. Pastor Thomas Cook Worship 8:45 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.

Pastor Jay Ticknor, 715-463-5746 3 miles So. of Grantsburg on Hwy. 87 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

Interim Pastor Andrew Hinwood 507 Wisconsin Ave. N., 715-327-8012 Sun. Worship - 10:.30 a.m.

Holy Communion 1st & 2nd Sundays www.pilgrimlutheranfrederic.org

BETHANY LUTHERAN - SIREN

REDEEMER EV. LUTHERAN

BETHANY LUTHERAN - BRANSTAD

METHODIST

Pastor Jack Starr Wor. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - during worship hour

LEWIS MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST McKINLEY UNITED METHODIST

Pastor Annie Tricker Sun. Worship 11 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m.

Potluck dinner 1st Sunday

OSCEOLA UNITED METHODIST

Hwy. 35, 1/2 blk. N. Main St. Interim Pastor Andrew Hinwood Pastoral Serv. 715-349-5280 Sun. Worship - 8:30 a.m,; Sun. School 9:45 a.m.

(Wisconsin Synod) Pastor Gene DeVries 200 N. Adams St., St. Croix Falls Sun. Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 8:30 a.m.

BETHESDA LUTHERAN - DRESSER (LCMC) www.bethesdalutheran.ws

350 Michigan Ave., Centuria Sun. Worship - 10:45 a.m.; Sun. School - 10 a.m.

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

ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN - LCMC

ST. CROIX FALLS UNITED METHODIST

Pastor Peter Rimmereid, 715-755-2562 1947 110th Ave., Dresser Sunday Contemporary Service 8:30 a.m.; Sunday Traditional Service 10 a.m.; Outdoor Serv. 6/24, 7/29 & 8/26, 10 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, 8:30 a.m. Adult Bible Study; 9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 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; 715-327-4461 www.clamfalls-zion-aalcparish.net Worship 10:15 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.

Communion 1st Sun.

FAITH LUTHERAN - BALSAM LAKE

faithlutheran@lakeland.ws Pastor Diane Norstad 715-485-3800; CTH I & Mill Street Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 10:40 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 Wor. 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 Pastor Bill Schroeder Sat. Worship 7 p.m.; Sun. Worship 9 a.m.

LAKETOWN LUTHERAN - CUSHING

Pastor Dorothy Sandahl Sun. Wor. 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 10:30 a.m.

LUCK LUTHERAN

Pastor Ralph Thompson - 715-472-8424; 510 Foster Ave. E.; Office 715-472-2605; www.lucklutheran.org (June- Aug.) Sun. Wor. 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.

Mon. Wor. 6:30 p.m.

ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN (Wis. Synod)

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

Pastor Arveda “Freddie” Kirk, 715-327-4436 Pastor Tammy Clausen Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

(Missouri Synod) 140 Madison St. South, St. Croix Falls Pastor Mark K. Schoen Sun. Service - 9 a.m.; Sun.School - 10:30 a.m.

TRINITY LUTHERAN - ELCA

10 mi. W. of Cumberland on Hwy. 48 (McKinley) Pastor Neal Weltzin GT Office 715-857-5580, Parsonage 715-8223001, 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 Sun. Wor. 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 Sunday Worship 9 a.m.

YELLOW LAKE LUTHERAN

1/2 mi. W. of Hwy. 35 on U, 715-866-8281, Pastors Douglas Olson, Roger Kampstra, Myron Carlson and Danny Wheeler Services begin at 9:30 a.m.; Communion 1st & 3rd Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN - BONE LAKE (LCMC)

5 miles E. of Frederic on W, 2 miles south on I; Church: 715-472-8660 Pastor Mike Fisk, 715-417-0692 Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.

Communion - 1st Sunday

ZION LUTHERAN - EAST FARMINGTON (WELS )

ST. LUKE UNITED - FREDERIC

SIREN UNITED METHODIST

Sr. Pastor Gil White; Assoc. Pastor Thomas Cook Sunday School 9 a.m.

Worship - 10:15 a.m. (Nursery available)

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. William Brenna, 715-247-3310 255 St. Hwy. 35, East Farmington Mass Sunday 8:30 a.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

Pastor Martin Weigand - 715-294-3489 Sunday Worship 8 & 10 a.m.; Thursday Worship 7 p.m.

Communion - 1st & Last Sunday

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.

ZION LUTHERAN - MARKVILLE

SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS & MARY

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

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

Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-327-8119 Mass: Sat. 4:30 p.m.; Sun. 10:30 a.m.

Call the office for daily & holy day Mass times

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION - GRANTSBURG

Rev. Thomas E. Thompson, 715-327-8119 Mass: Sat. 6:30 p.m.; Sun. 8:30 a.m.

ST. ANNE PARISH

Rev. Andy Anderson, 715-247-3310 139 Church Hill Rd., Somerset Mass Sat. 5 p.m.; Sun. 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.; Tues., Wed., Thurs. & Fri. 9 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

TRADE LAKE BAPTIST

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.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC

Rev. William Brenna 255 E. 10th Ave., Osceola, 715-294-2243 Masses: Sat. 4 p.m.; Sun. 10:30 a.m.

ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY

CENTURIA ASSEMBLY OF GOD Pastor Don Wiltshire, 715-640-6400 Centuria - Phone 715-646-2172 Sunday Service: 10 a.m.

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

CHURCH OF CHRIST

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

OSCEOLA COMMUNITY CHURCH

WOODLAND WESLEYAN

Pastor Larry Mederich, 715-294-4332 www.occconnect.org Mtg. @ St. Croix Art Barn; Sun. Serv. - 9 a.m.

Nursery and children church

Dairyland - Rev. Andrea Wittwer 715-244-3649 Sunday School - 10 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

SIREN ASSEMBLY OF GOD

FULL GOSPEL

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, 942 U.S. Hwy. 8, Amery, 715-268-2176 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 Morn. Wor. 10 a.m.; Sun. 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. 1816 108th St., CTH I Pastor Gabe Brennan, 715-857-5411

www.eastbalsam.org Wor. Service - 9 a.m.; Sun. School-10:30 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 Sun. Serv.: 9 a.m.; All ages Sun. Schl. 10:30 11:30 a.m.; Nursery available

FIRST BAPTIST - FALUN

715-689-2125 or 715-689-2156 Brian Krause, Lead Pastor Steve Ward, Assoc. Pastor of Visitation Tim Lindau, Youth Director Sun. School (all ages) 9:30 a.m.; Church Serv. 10:45 a.m.; Nursery provided

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 Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Morning Wor. 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 Sat. Vespers - 5 p.m.; Sun. Liturgy - 9:30 a.m.

HOLY CROSS ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN Meeting at Zion Lutheran Church, 28005 Old Towne Rd., Chisago City, MN, www.holyx.net 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 Serv. 9 a.m.; Services: Sun. 10 a.m.; Sunday School during church service.

NONDENOMINATIONAL

NONDENOMINATIONAL

CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN CHURCH

2390 CTH A, 1/8 mi. east of A&H intersection Pastor Tryg Wistad, 715-635-9222 crossroadschurch@gmail.com 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 Wor. 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 9:45 a.m.

NEW WINE CHURCH - CENTURIA

FIRST BAPTIST - MILLTOWN

309 5th Street, , 715-338-2751 Pastor Scott Petznick Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.

FIRST BAPTIST - TAYLORS FALLS, MN

715-733-0481 or 715-733-0480 for time of meeting.

Pastor Marlon Mielke, 715-825-3186 Sunday Schl. 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m., 7 p.m.

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.

NORTHERN PINES FRIENDS WOR. GROUP

ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sunday, 10 a.m. in the St. Croix Falls Library community room.

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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Lamar Festival

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The Barley Jacks headlined the Lamar Festival this past Saturday, Aug. 4, led by fiddler Brian Wicklund from Marine On St. Croix, Minn., who is nationally known as an instructor and performer. The high musicianship of this group brought many dedicated listeners and fun-loving dancers.

Dancers and drummers from Beyond the Rhythm have added festivity to area events over the years. Performing here are Barbie Luepke of Centuria, Frank Florin of Prairie Farm, Elaina Morley of Osceola and Christine Miller of St. Croix Falls.

Several alumni of the former Lamar School in rural St. Croix Falls attended the Lamar Festival. Shown here are Maurine Melin of Centuria, Louise Stadt Johnson of Vadnais Heights, Minn., Donald Anderson of St. Croix Falls and Wayne Greenlee of Amery. Lamar School closed in 1945 but continued its role as a community center under the care of volunteers. Lamar is now undergoing renovation to be a fully functional building available to area communities.

It is one of only a handful of Polk County country schools still in the public domain. – Photos submitted unless otherwise noted

The Brazilian samba band Batucada do norte performed at the Lamar Festival this past Saturday, Aug. 4. The festival offers the music of many local, reThe Illumination Fire gional and national groups and an international flare. - Photo courtesy of Troupe performed for filmfly.com the first time at the Lamar Festival with dance, acrobatics and The Lamar Festival strives spinning. This showy to be a low-waste event. Volact was a favorite for unteer Vicki O’Day gathers festival-goers who also recyclables, compost, and witnessed a late-night just one bag of “throwaway” moonrise. The festival trash in front of the whimsioffered a chance for cal dish-washing stand crepeople to spin poi and ated by Dan Dan the Plumber hula hoops and try other Man of Centuria. The solar movement activities of- heating array is visible in the fered with funding sup- back. Part of the education port of the Wisconsin mission of Lamar revolves Arts Board with funding around conservation, susfrom the National En- tainable living and renewdowment for the Arts. able energy.

Festival-goers gather in front of the 1905 Lamar School during the Lamar Festival this past Saturday, Aug. 4, for a We Are Lamar group photo. For the first time, festival admission was offered by donation with funding support from the St. Croix Valley Foundation. Everyone who made a donation at the gate received a blue We Are Lamar sticker. - Photo courtesy of filmfly.com

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Coming events AUGUST

Happenings in the Upper St. Croix Valley communities Siren

• Head injury support group at Siren Covenant Church, 1-2:30 p.m., 715-349-8985.

THURS.-FRI./9-17

St. Croix Falls

Frederic

• “Man of La Mancha” at Festival Theatre, 2 p.m., 715483-3387, festivaltheatre.org.

• Devised Theatre at Festival Theatre, 7:30 p.m., 715-4833387, festivaltheatre.org.

• Pie and ice-cream social at Good Samaritan Center, 2 p.m.

• Art Medley on display at Bremer Bank.

THURSDAY/9 Centuria

• Adult grief support group meeting at Holy Trinity Church, 6:30 p.m., 715-483-3363.

Turtle Lake

Danbury

• Car show 8 a.m.-3 p.m., 715-986-4680 and craft show 9 a.m., 715-986-2102 in the park.

Luck

• Memory loss support group speaker at the library, 1-3 p.m., 715-349-5250.

• Ruby’s Pantry at the town maintenance shop, $15 donation. Distribution 4-5:30 p.m.

Webster

• NARFE dinner meeting, noon at Hog Wild. RSVP by Aug. 6, 715-327-8658.

MONDAY/13

Milltown

Amery

• Friends of the Library meeting, 6:30 p.m., 715-8252313.

• Weight-loss surgery education and support at the medical center, 5-6 p.m., 715-268-0597.

Siren

Balsam Lake

• Music in the Park, Tangled Web, at Crooked Lake, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

• Bill Jamerson’s musical tribute to the CCC at the park, 2 p.m., 715-485-3215.

St. Croix Falls

• “Man of La Mancha” at Festival Theatre, 2 & 7:30 p.m., 715-483-3387, festivaltheatre.org.

• One Night community service event at Chateau St. Croix, 5-8:30 p.m., MyOCHF.com or 715-294-5727.

Webster

• Workshop at the library, Living with Alzheimer’s: For Caregivers Midstage, pt. 1, 1-3 p.m., 800-272-3900, alz.org/gwwi.

FRI. & SAT./10 & 11 Milltown

• Milltown Lutheran’s garage sale. Fri. noon-6 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Webster

• Gandy Dancer Days, games, car show, food, music, art & craft fair, websterwisconsin.com.

• Used book sale at the library, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 715-8667697.

FRI.-SUN./10 -12 Lewis

• Charles E. Lewis Days. Music; Sat. car/tractor show; Sun. arts & craft fair, parade, 800-222-7655.

FRIDAY/10

Cooler temperatures last weekend, Saturday, Aug. 4, made outdoor activities much more comfortable compared to the exceptionally hot summer. A beautiful sunset at the end of the day made being outdoors even better. – Photo by Marty Seeger

Webster

• Pie & ice cream at Grace United Methodist Church, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

SAT. & SUN./11 & 12 Rice Lake

• Gem & mineral show & sale at the youth expo building.

Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 715-357-3223.

SATURDAY/11 Amery

• Ruby’s Pantry at Congregational Church. Doors open 8:30 a.m. Dist. 9 a.m., $15 donation, 715-268-7390.

• Polka Mass, dinner & raffle at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 4 p.m.

Atlas

• Thrift & bake sale at the Methodist church, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Cushing

• Legion’s Kids Day at the ballpark, noon start.

Amery

• Benefit concert for Tiffany Otto-Cragin at Cricket’s Bar, 6:30 p.m., supporttiffany.yolasite.com.

Balsam Lake

• Poco Penners meeting at the library building, 2 p.m., 715-483-9738.

Frederic

• Northwest Regional Writers meeting at Sunrise Apartments, 1 p.m., 715-327-2291.

St. Croix Falls

Luck

• Music on the Overlook Deck, Cool Cash, 6:30 p.m., musicontheoverlook.com.

Dairyland

• Outdoor Veterans Retreat ground-breaking ceremony. Meet at town hall, 11 a.m., 715-244-3331.

Grantsburg

• Crex Meadows Nature Photography Club meets at Crex, 10 a.m.-noon, 715-463-2739.

• Apple River Conference WELCA summer retreat at Luther Point Bible Camp, 8:30 a.m.-lunch, 715-268-6394.

Lewis

• Northwestern Wisconsin Car Club hosting annual car show at Sundown Saloon, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Luck

• Firemen’s corn feed, 2-8 p.m., 715-472-2805.

• Lions garage sale at the DBS Hall, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Siren

• The Frog Guy at Crooked Lake Park, 10:30 p.m., 715866-7697.

St. Croix Falls

• “Man of La Mancha” at Festival Theatre, 7:30 p.m., 715483-3387, festivaltheatre.org.

• Hingepoint meeting for men battling sexual addictions, at River Valley Christian Church, 9 a.m.-noon, 715483-5378.

• Universe in the Park at Interstate Park, 8:30 p.m., 715483-3747.

Turtle Lake

• 2K book character walk library fundraiser at the casino RV park. Register noon, start 1 p.m., 715-986-4777.

Webb Lake

• Carnival & rib tasting at the fire hall, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 715-259-7844.

Webster

• Lions pancake breakfast at the community center, 8-11 a.m., 715-529-7151.

• History program of Burnett County roads at the library, 3 p.m.

SUNDAY/12 Cushing

• Music by Great Adventure at Skonewood Christian Retreat Center, 6:30 p.m.

Danbury

• Jafra Saif to speak about current conditions in Syria at the West Denmark Hall, 7 p.m., 715-472-8721.

TUESDAY/14 Amery

• Cancer support group at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 7 p.m., 715-268-6722 or 715-268-7290.

Dresser

• Chronic illness/disability support group will meet at Peace Lutheran Church, 6:30 p.m., 715-755-2515.

Luck

• Music by Dixie Land Band in Triangle Park, 6:30 p.m.

St. Croix Falls

• Festival Theatre fundraiser - Hawaiian luau, 6-9 p.m., 715-483-3387.

WEDNESDAY/15 St. Croix Falls

• Little Yoga at the Overlook, 7 p.m., 715-483-1777, • Devised Theatre at Festival Theatre, 7:30 p.m., 715-4833387, festivaltheatre.org.

Grantsburg

• Smallest of Water Creatures program at Crex Meadows Visitor Center, 6 p.m., 715-463-2739.

THURS.-SUN./16-19 Grantsburg

• Ag Society Fair. Demo derby Fri., 7:30 & Sun. 6 p.m.; tractor pull, 6 p.m. Sat., 715-488-2472.

THURSDAY/16 Balsam Lake

• Wild rice pancake breakfast at Forts Folle Avoine, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 715-866-8890, theforts.org.

• Autism support group at the government center, 7 p.m.

Milltown

• Remnants of the Rainforest at the library, 2 p.m., 715327-4979.

• USBC Bowling Assoc. meeting at Hacker’s Lanes, 7:30 p.m.

• Highview Bluegrass Band performs at North Valley Lutheran, 9:15 a.m., 715-825-3559, nvlch.org.

Frederic

Springett oil paintings on display for Gandy Dancer Days Meet-the-artist event sponsored by Moonglow Restaurant WEBSTER - A collection of oil paintings of wildlife and birds of Crex Meadows by local artist Jim Springett will be on display at the Moonglow Restaurant as part of a meet-the-artist reception from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Saturday, Aug. 11, as part of Gandy Dancer Days.

Springett was born in Chicago and at an early age moved to Toledo, Ohio, where he grew up.

He credits his grandparents for instilling the love of nature and his parents for introducing him to the Toledo Museum of Arts.

After retiring from a career with 3M, Jim and his wife, Marge, moved to Webster where they spend time photographing and painting area wildlife and birds, especially the birds of Crex Meadows Wildlife Area near Grantsburg.

Each year, Springett enters his work in the Wisconsin Waterfowl Duck Stamp and Federal

Duck Stamp competitions and sells his oil paintings on eBay. His work can be seen at jimspringett.com and he can be can be contacted by e-mail at jspringett@mac.com.

Springett will have copies of his two books at the event at the Moonglow. They include “A Journey Into Oil Painting - 2010” and “Springett’s Wildlife Collection 2011.” He will be signing books and demonstrating his painting techniques during the reception. The public is invited to attend to view the paintings.

Refreshments will be served. As an added bonus, Springett and the Moonglow will be raffling a framed original oil painting of trumpeter swans and cygnets titled “A Quiet Afternoon.”

All proceeds from the raffle will go to Webster’s dog park in care of Cheryl Ingalls. Tickets will be available at the Moonglow and the drawing will be held at 3:30 p.m., Aug. 11. - with submitted information

One of Jim Springett’s original oil paintings, of trumpeter swans and cygnets titled “A Quiet Afternoon,” will be raffled off this weekend, with all proceeds going to the dog park at Webster. - Photo submitted