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WED., JUNE 26, 2013 • VOLUME 80 • NO. 45 • 2 SECTIONS

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BURNETT COUNTY - The Picture the Fun in Burnett County photo contest is under way and open to all amateur photographers who live, work or visit in the Burnett County area. Sponsored by Burnett County Tourism and the Inter-County Leader, the contest’s theme LV )XQ LQ %XUQHWW &RXQW\ DQG ZLOO RIIHU ÀUVW SODFH SUL]HV RI LQ ÀYH GLIIHUHQW FDWHJRULHV The contest is open to all amateur photographers who live in, work in or visit the Burnett County area, with the exception of employees of UW-Extension and the Leader and their families. You can learn more about the contest and how to take good photographs at burnettcounty.com/photocontest. Below are the guidelines for the contest. The categories are: Things To Do/Recreation, Events and Landscape/Wildlife. There will also be a Youth category for children 16 years old and under. Youth can submit photos in any of the three categories.

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/RFDO DUWLVW DOVR ERRN DXWKRU CUSHING - Local award-winning textile artist Jean M. Judd has now added book author to her list of accomplishments. Readers can follow along as she shares her journey as a textile artist and art quilter in this ongoing series of books, “An Artist’s -RXUQH\ %RRN Âľ 'LVFRYHU KHU WKRXJKWV LQVSLUDWLRQV DQG LQĂ Xences as she shares her experiences in Book 1 released in November of 2012. View a diverse selection of her hand-stitched textile artworks and commission pieces from 1995 to 2006 along with breathtaking scenic images from across the U.S. Her introspection and contemplation may also shed some light on your own journey professionally, personally, spiritually or artistically. In “An Artist’s Journey: Book 2,â€? readers will discover the evolution of her art studio from 1982 to 2013. She shares more of her thoughts, LQVSLUDWLRQV DQG LQĂ XHQFHV LQ %RRN MXVW UHOHDVHG LQ $SULO RI 2013. View a selection of her hand-stitched textile artworks and commission pieces from 1995 to 2010. The large-print series is available on amazon.com worldwide as well as in brick-andmortar booksellers such as Barnes and Noble. Be sure to check local bookstores also. Book 3 of the series is slated for release in 2014. - with submitted information

5RPHR DQG -XOLHW DW 2YHUORRN ST. CROIX FALLS – St. Croix Falls is no stranger to great theater, being home to the legendary Festival Theatre in its historic downtown riverfront district. And St. Croix Falls is also no stranger to live outdoor Shakespeare as yet another great production from The Cromulent Shakespeare Company of Minneapolis is coming to town. “We are thrilled to have our annual Shakespeare Night at the Music On The Overlook summer concert series. This year it is “Romeo and Juliet,� says Music On The Overlook coordinator Woody McBride. “It is the one week we drift from our great music schedule to bring in a timeless large-crew and full-cast theatrical performance. MOTO is free to the public and happens Fridays at 6:30 p.m. at the St. Croix Falls Overlook Deck and amphitheater across from Festival Theatre in downtown St. Croix Falls. For more information, visit musicontheoverlook.com. MOTO is supported by local businesses and individuals in the St. Croix Valley area and is in its 13th year. In observance of the Fourth of July holiday, MOTO will take a break and resume with one of its biggest nights of the summer - Country Music Night - on July 12, with USA’s No. 1 Johnny Cash tribute Boss Grant and the Johnny Cash Revue. - from Festival Theatre

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County administrators debate debt policy, vacation for short-staffed sheriff’s deputies

%ULHĂ \ POLK COUNTY - A local 17-year-old fell ill this week after contracting a water-borne virus, cryptosporidium, apparently after swimming in the Clam Falls Flowage on Monday, June 17. The virus was identified in a laboratory test this week at a local hospital. Cryptosporidium is relatively widespread in the environment and commonly found in rivers and lakes, especially when the water is contaminated with animal wastes, according to the Minnesota Department of Health. The virus produces a bout of watery diarrhea, and the infection usually goes away within a week or two, but for those with a compromised immune system, a cryptosporidium infection can become life-threatening without proper treatment. Two decades ago, the largest documented waterborne disease, cryptosporidium, outbreak in U.S. history occurred in Milwaukee, sickening more than 400,000. - Gary King with information from mayoclinic.com ••• WESTERN WISCONSIN “The West Sideâ€? will discuss YDULRXV WRSLFV FRQFHUQLQJ Ă€VKeries management for the summer edition of “The West Side Outsideâ€? on Wisconsin Public Radio’s Ideas Network, Thursday, June 27, at 5 p.m. on 88.3 WHWC-FM/ Menomonie-Eau Claire. Host Rich Kremer will welcome “The Outdoor Guysâ€? Joe Knight, outdoor editor for the Eau Claire Leader Telegram, and Dave Carlson, host of the syndicated television program “Northland Adventuresâ€? on WQOW-TV18. Special guests include Max Wolter, Wisconsin Department of Natural ReVRXUFHV Ă€VKHULHV ELRORJLVW DQG Dan “Bimboâ€? Gifford, inventor RI WKH %LPER 6NXQN D Ă \ IRU Ă€VKLQJ EOXHJLOOV DQG FUDSSLHV Guests will discuss how the late spring and ice impacted fish spawning and behavior, Gov. Walker’s Walleye Initiative that includes boosting walleye proGXFWLRQ LQ Ă€VK KDWFKHULHV DQG the DNR’s plans to create a stateZLGH SDQĂ€VK PDQDJHPHQW SODQ due to concerns about overharvesting on certain lakes. This broadcast is the last time listeners will hear “The West Sideâ€? in this time slot. “The West Sideâ€? will not be broadcasting for the Independence Day holiday and will return on Monday, July 8, at 10 a.m. “The West Sideâ€? will continue to air at its new date and time, Mondays at 10 a.m. The “West Sideâ€? is a call-in proJUDP IRFXVHG RQ LVVXHV VSHFLĂ€F to western Wisconsin. - from Wisconsin Public Radio ••• MADISON — During the annual summer meeting of the National Association of Attorneys General, Wisconsin Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen was formally elected by his nationwide peers to be the president of NAAG. Van Hollen’s yearlong presidential initiative America’s Promise – Keeping Our Kids Safe, will kick off in Milwaukee in September with a two-day presidential summit focusing on child safety, including programs on school violence, public-private partnerships, drug abuse and child sex trafĂ€FNLQJ ,Q 9DQ +ROOHQ¡V peers nationwide elected him WR WKH RIĂ€FH RI YLFH SUHVLGHQW RI NAAG. “NAAG works because it advances the interests that are important to the people of Wisconsin and the other states, territories and districts that we represent,â€? Van Hollen said. from NAAG

by Jean Koelz Leader staff writer BURNETT COUNTY—At the Wednesday, June 19, administration committee meeting, BurQHWW &RXQW\ RIÀFLDOV GLVFXVVHG the debt policy. It’s been over 10 years since the county had one, and county Administrator Candace Fitzgerald reminded the committee that WKH *RYHUQPHQW )LQDQFH 2IÀFHUV Association requires that local government bodies adopt a comprehensive debt management policy. According to the GFOA website, such a policy would set debt limits, outline practices for debt structuring and issuance, and provide guidelines for debt management. Supervisor Maury Miller stated a concern that because money management is philosophical in nature, the conversation should be tabled until the

county hires a new administrator. “I just want the new administrator to have buy-in,� Miller said. Miller’s concern was that once a policy was in place, someone might take that as a license to max out the limits. Board Chair Donald Taylor countered, “I don’t think it matters.� Fitzgerald pressed the need for a policy. “A policy is not a philosophy. The policy doesn’t make you take on debt,� she argued. “Plus, it’s required that we have one.� Supervisor Chuck Awe agreed and took a practical approach. Explaining how the state mandate to keep budgets at zeroincrease has hurt the county, Awe said, “We’ve been deferring capital investment to fund operational increases. We need a strategy.�

$QRWKHU FRQĂ LFW DURVH DPLG a discussion regarding deputy vacation time. Because the VKHULII¡V RIĂ€FH KDV EHHQ VKRUW staffed all year, many deputies have been unable to take time off. The county has a “use-itor-lose-itâ€? policy when it comes to vacation, however, all the supervisors agreed that the ofĂ€FHUV VKRXOG EH HQWLWOHG WR WKHLU earned vacation in some form. Although vacation time could be rolled into the next year, supervisors thought it would be logistically easier and probably less costly to offer a buy out of vacation time instead. Although a motion passed to pay out vacations, the matter was later tabled until the July meeting, pending the outcome of the ongoing grievance hearing affecting the VWDWXV RI WZR RIĂ€FHUV RQ SDLG DGministrative leave.

/RJ *DEOHV SURSHUW\ In other news, it appears that the county will soon begin cleanup of the Log Gables property. Back in March, interested buyers prompted a request for proposals to clean up the property. The proposals have been hard to compare because it has since been discovered that there is an asbestos issue and a possible issue with the well that is causing variations in the bid costs (which range from $11,900 WR &RXQW\ DWWRUQH\ Dave Grindell recommends taking care of the property as soon as possible to reduce/eliminate liability. County clerk Wanda Hinrichs was granted the ability to award to the lowest bidder once all suppliers were given an opportunity to adjust their bids in light of the new information.

Attorneys for fired deputies granted delay of grievance hearing SIREN - The attorneys representing two former Burnett County Sheriff’s deputies were granted a request to delay a grievance hearing, which began Monday, June 10, at the Burnett County Government Center. The rest of the hearing has been postponed to Monday, July 22 and Tuesday, July 23. The county argued its case to support the termination of the

RIĂ€FHUV RYHU WKH WKUHH VFKHGXOHG days of the hearing, June 10-13, and when it was the officers turn, their attorneys asked for a delay in the proceedings, noting they had not received all the documents they had requested. Travis Thiex and Thad Osborne both filed grievances with the county in the wake of their termination in August of 2012 for their roles in an alleged

cover-up in the handling of alleged domestic abuse incidents E\ D IHOORZ RIÀFHU &KULV &XOvey. An investigation focused on two alleged incidents, which occurred in early 2011 at Culvey’s home in the village of Webster. The county has claimed standard protocol was not followed in reporting the incidents. Some RI WKH RIÀFHUV ZKR UHVSRQGHG WR the incidents stated during an

investigation that the incidents did not rise to the level of domestic abuse. The case involved the disciSOLQLQJ RU ÀULQJ RI DW OHDVW HLJKW sheriff’s department staff members, including two dispatchers, one of which was offered reinstatement but declined. - Gary King

Man taken into custody following shooting

BURNETT COUNTY - A 56-year-old Spooner man is in custody facing criminal charges following a shooting at a residence on CTH A on Wednesday evening, June 19. Angus R. Semple, according to a statement by the Burnett County Sheriff’s Department, shot Russell Scutowski, 60, Spooner, at a home in the 28000 block of CTH A in the Town of

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injuries. An initial investigation indicates Scutowski’s girlfriend was at Semple’s home after she and Scutowski had an argument. According to a news release issued by the Burnett County Sheriff’s Department on Thursday, June 20, the report of the shooting was received at approximately 10:45 p.m. Semple was taken into cus-

tody and transported to the Burnett County Jail. The Siren Police Department, Webster Police Department and St. Croix Tribal Police assisted Burnett County deputies in responding to the incident. The investigation continues by the %XUQHWW &RXQW\ 6KHULII¡V RIĂ€FH - Gary King with information from WQOW

Heavy winds cause NWE power outages

GRANTSBURG - Heavy winds and fallen trees caused scattered power outages early Friday morning, June 21, according to John Richards, NWE vice president of operations. Starting

at about 4:30 a.m. and continuing to about noon Friday, areas of Frederic, Centuria, Wood Lake, Cushing, Trade Lake and Grantsburg were without power.

About 450 customers were without power in Grantsburg Village from 6:30 a.m. to 7:25 a.m. when high winds caused an outage that affected half the customers in the village.

Since restoring power Friday, there have been no storm-related outages. - Sherill Summer with information from NWE

DATCP issues warning about milk

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glass bottles with a sell-by date of June 24. No illnesses have been linked to this product, but a routine inspection by staff revealed that records could not verify that the milk had been properly pasteurized. Crystal Ball Farms is located

in Osceola and distributes primarily in Northwest Wisconsin and northern Minnesota. Crystal Ball Farms is contacting retail stores and voluntarily recalling the product. Inspectors from both states will be verifying that this prod-

uct has been removed from the marketplace. People can learn more by visiting Twitter at twitter.com/widatcp or Facebook at facebook. com/widatcp. - with submitted information from DATCP

Local ambulance service honors volunteers

HERTEL - There will be a re-election for St. Croix Tribal Council following a ruling by the tribal election board, which upheld one of several challenges to the Saturday, June 8, election results. One tribal member claimed she was not able to nominate more than one candidate at the Sand Lake nomination meeting while another member nominated four candidates at the Maple Plain nomination meeting. A new election may be held 9ROXQWHHUV IURP )UHGHULF 8QLW RI WKH 1RUWK /DQG 0XQLFLSDO $PEXODQFH 6HUYLFH ZHUH sometime in August. - Gary King KRQRUHG GXULQJ (06 :HHN 0D\ 3LFWXUHG / WR 5 DUH 9HUQRQ .QDXEHU 3HWHU +DKQ 6XH $PHV /LOOLH /LQGD 2 'RQQHOO 6KHUPDQ /LOOLH /RUL +RVWUXS %UHQW +RVWUXS /RQQD &RGGLQJWRQ 'HEELH )UHGHULFNV /XNH .QDXEHU DQG 'DQ 0RUWK RI 5HJLRQV (06 z 3KRWR <RXU FRPPXQLW\ FRQQHFWLRQ VXEPLWWHG

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Man recovering from injuries suffered in bear attack

by Larry Samson Special to the Leader ROBBINSDALE, Minn. — Jerry Brown is recovering from the injuries he suffered in a bear attack at his Burnett County home in rural Shell Lake. The attack came on the evening of Monday, June 17. He is now able to tell his story. At around 9 p.m., Brown let his dog, Cricket, outside to relieve himself. The dog did not want to go outside. Brown stepped out of the door to encourage Cricket and was attacked by a large black bear. The bear had Brown by the arm, dragging him, when Cricket came out of the house and went for the bear. This gave Brown the opportunity to get away from the bear. Brown did not get far when the bear swatted him from behind, smashing him in the side of his face. Cricket came back at the bear, saving Brown’s life by letting him get away for the second time. Brown ran toward his brother Randy’s house, screaming for help. Pam Brown saw her brother-in-law running to their house and called her husband, Randy. Randy was leaving the house, Pam gave him the .45mm pistol. He met Jerry on the trail with the bear in

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hot pursuit. As Jerry passed him, Randy shot at the bear twice. The bear turned off and ran between several buildings and down an embankment. Running to cut off the bear, Randy shot at the bear

several times; he was not sure that he had hit it. The Browns put Jerry in a truck and Randy took him to the Indianhead Medical Center in Shell Lake. From there he was airlifted to North Memorial in Robbinsdale, Minn. When Randy returned to Jerry’s home he found the door still wide open and Cricket alone and scared. Cricket was taken to Northern Lakes Vet Clinic in Shell Lake where he underwent two hours of surgery for his injuries. Tim and Jo Ullom, Sunset Pet Retreat, Shell Lake, paid the vet bill.

The DNR has set several traps out around the Brown farm in an effort to capture the bear and destroy it. The bear WKDW DWWDFNHG ZDV RULJLQDOO\ LGHQWLĂ€HG as a lone boar but the following day a sow with two young cubs was seen in the area. On one of their visits to see Jerry in the hospital, Randy and Pam took with them a large greeting card for Jerry made by students of Shell Lake Summer School. Brown, who lost his left eye in the attack, was expected to return home from the hospital Tuesday, June 25.

2013 lakes conference an educational outreach opportunity by Danielle Moe Special to the Leader SPOONER - Residents from across northwestern Wisconsin took an opportunity to meet with other area lake enWKXVLDVWV DQG ORFDO JRYHUQPHQW RIĂ€FLDOV to hear educational talks and study informative exhibits on Friday, June 21, during the 2013 Northwestern Wisconsin Lakes Conference. This year the annual conference began with Russ Robinson of the Gilmore Lakes Association giving the opening remarks and recognition. Christine Thomas, professor and dean of the College of Natural Resources at UW-Stevens Point, gave the keynote address on the “Citizens Role in Conservation.â€? Her speech highlighted the importance of being engaged at all levels of the policy process. Breakout sessions included discussions centered around lakes and a citizen’s role in their proper management and protection of area waters. Alex Smith and Pamela Toshner, both with the Wisconsin DNR, presented their presentation “Almost Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Lakes.â€? Toshner pointed out the similarities between the development that changed Lake Chad in Africa, and the walleye spawn in Wisconsin lakes. Due to low lake levels caused from ill-planned development, not only is Lake Chad and the surrounding wildlife suffering, the dust from Lake Chad has been linked to be the cause of dying coral reefs off the coast of Africa. Toshner explained that the same effect can happen here when any exposed VRLO QHDU D ODNH FRXOG Ă€OO LQ ZDOOH\HV¡ SUHcious gravel beds, cutting off available spawning areas. This real-life example highlights the devastating effect people can have on a lake ecosystem, and how it is also up to us to properly care for these precious resources.

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times they can be dormant for years,� said Toshner. Smith and Toshner’s talk was only one of 12 educational discussions that covered topics from salamanders to updates on water zoning regulations. This was the second year that the Northwest Wisconsin Lakes conference was held at the Spooner High School, and the 15th year it has offered up-to-date lake information. “Last year folks told us they really liked the location,� said John Haack, regional resources educator with UW-Extension in Spooner.

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Administrator announces plans to do more for Native American students by Jean Koelz Leader staff writer SIREN—During the regular Siren School Board meeting Monday, June 24, district Administrator Scott Johnson spoke on behalf of the Indian Education Parent Committee and reported generally positive feedback from a survey recently conducted by home-school coordinator Tara Voss. “The good news is that Native American students feel accepted here; there are no feelings of racism,â€? Johnson reported. “However, both students and parents think we could do more to incorporate native culture and history throughout our curriculum.â€? Johnson explained the need for greater accountability to the board by saying, “If the school wants to continue to receive Title VII grants and Impact Aid, then we need to make strides to comply with the terms of Act 31.â€? It’s unclear why Johnson implied that these funds may be at risk. Given Siren’s current efforts and the rules of these programs, the school is already meeting and/or exceeding compliance standards. Title VII grants are federally funded from the Department of Education and are made available to tribes and local educational agencies that provide education for at least 10 Native American students or no less than 25 percent of the student body. The grant reimburses schools for the per-pupil expense of providing a comprehensive program to meet the needs of native students. Elements of that program would include culturally related activities, early childhood and family programs, enrichment programs, career preparation, substance-abuse educaWLRQ DQG SUHYHQWLRQ OLWHUDU\ VHUYLFHV DQG VSHFLĂ€F FXU-

riculum content. According to the U.S. Department of Education’s website, the funds may be used to establish schoolwide initiatives, but it’s not required. Impact Aid, also called Title VIII, is money designed to assist local school districts that have lost property tax revenue due to the presence of tax-exempt property such as tribal lands or federally owned property. Most Impact Aid funds are considered general aid, and the funds can be used in whatever manner the district chooses including capital expenditures, salaries or AP classes. Impact Aid money is, therefore, not tied to Native American programs and, unless the grant was obtained for the purpose of accommodating disabled students or for a construction project, the district is not held accountable for how the funds are used. Act 31 is a state law implemented in 1989 that requires the teaching of Chippewa treaty rights and instruction through the social studies curriculum – twice at the elementary level and once at the secondary level – on the subject of Wisconsin tribal groups including history, culture and tribal sovereignty. Johnson’s urging to be more compliant with Act 31 should not be misconstrued as noncompliance. On the contrary, Johnson said in a follow-up interview, “Actually, Siren has some very good instructional practices in place consistent with Act 31, but we feel we can do more.� Johnson went on the praise teachers for their eagerness to do so. “Our teachers have expressed an interest in knowing how to learn more about our Native students and community, so we intend to bring that information to them,� Johnson said, referring to his desire to conduct

more training. “We have educators who want to learn how to be the most culturally sensitive and culturally responsive they can be to meet our students’ needs.â€? It would be hard for anyone to argue that Siren school is culturally insensitive. If a visitor started at the north end RI WKH EXLOGLQJ WKH Ă€UVW WKLQJ KH ZRXOG VHH LV D URRP\ 1DWLYH $PHULFDQ RIĂ€FH RQ WKH OHIW DQG D PXVHXP TXDOity display case with native artifacts on the right. Proceeding down the hallway, the visitor would see a large, painted mural of tribal dancers, and just 6 feet away from that is a poster display featuring various types of native dances. Further into the school is the Wall of Honor, where this year’s inductee, Stuart Decorah, is pictured in full regalia. Decorah was honored posthumously at the recent graduation ceremony that also featured other nods to tribal customs including a drum ceremony. And just a little farther on is a large wall mosaic that depicts DQ HDJOH Ă \LQJ RYHU PRRQOLW HYHUJUHHQ WUHHV ZLWK D white person and a Native American gazing up at it in the foreground. All of this is included in a school that displays very little artwork or signage of any other kind. But Johnson wants to see academic strides made as well. “It’s the district’s goal to reduce the achievement gap between native and non-native students,â€? Johnson said. “We want to be on the forefront of that.â€? More speFLĂ€FDOO\ -RKQVRQ DGYRFDWHG D VWXG\ RI FRPPRQ SUDFWLFHV of other school districts that are successful in this area and hopes that by implementing those strategies, Siren will become a leader. “I would like to see Siren become a model program for other districts,â€? Johnson concluded.

County faces changes in funding for ATV and snowmobile trails by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff writer SIREN – County forestry Administrator Jake Nichols WROG WKH QDWXUDO UHVRXUFHV FRPPLWWHH WKH UHFHQW QRWLĂ€cation of a change in DNR ATV and snowmobile trails grant funding came as a shock. Nichols’ report on the change came during the committee’s Thursday, June 13, meeting, leaving committee members to ask if this would affect Burnett County trails. ´:H KDYH EHHQ LQIRUPHG E\ WKH '15 WKDW GXH WR GHĂ€cits in the snowmobile and ATV grant programs, they will be switching to a different funding process,â€? Nichols told the committee. “In the past, grant awards were based on projections of funds coming into the programs, but due to receiving very little snow in the winter of 2012, snowmobile registrations dropped, and the projected funds were not EURXJKW LQ UHVXOWLQJ LQ D GHĂ€FLW Âľ 1LFKROV H[SODLQHG 1LFKROV VDLG WR PDNH XS IRU WKLV GHĂ€FLW WKH '15 would be switching to a process where grants would be awarded based on actual funds in the accounts, not on the projected revenues. “Both the snowmobile and ATV programs will be affected by this, but the extent to which they will be affected is unknown at this time,â€? said Nichols. “Due to the change, we have been informed the programs will most likely be funding maintenance only for WKH Ă€VFDO \HDU 7KH VWDELOLW\ RI WKH PDLQWHQDQFH funding is also somewhat unknown at this time,â€? said Nichols. Nichols said the notice of change came to him, as he put it, a little late, with trail agreements between the county and local ATV/snowmobile clubs for this year already having been signed. “The state has proposed to set aside some money to allow counties to apply for snowmobile and ATV grants from another pot of money,â€? added Nichols. “Funded 80 percent by them and 20 percent would have to come from the county. ´7KH ERWWRP OLQH LV ,¡P FRQĂ€GHQW ZH¡OO JHW RXU PDLQtenance money, but nothing for projects,â€? concluded Nichols. “All the counties are in the same boat. I’m hopeIXO RQFH ZH JHW WKURXJK WKLV Ă€UVW \HDU ZLWK WKH QHZ IXQG-

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ministrator has the authority to make the decision to consolidation.â€? Main, undeterred by Awe’s comments, said he wanted ,Q RWKHU FRPPLWWHH EXVL to keep Ferris reporting to the natural resources committee. QHVV ´,W VHHPHG WR PDNH VHQVH DQG D JRRG Ă€W WR KDYH DOO WKH County conservationist Dave Ferris department heads report to one committee, that being reported 25 percent land use,â€? replied Awe. After more discussion, Main motioned for Ferris to of the land in the state was as yet to be continue reporting to the natural resources committee planted. He said east- and also for the two citizen committee members to stay ern Burnett County on the committee as well. The motion carried by voice was mostly planted, vote. In his report to the committee, Ferris said bear damage but in the west side farmers were still wait- to crops was increasing, and Burnett County was one of highest counties for bear activity. %RE +DXVHU WKH QHZ '15 OLDLVRQ ing. The committee reviewed four proposed changes to “I think the people RIILFHU ZKR ZLOO EH DVVLVWLQJ ZLWK the state bear damage claim policy: establish a threshold who really got into WKH FRXQW\ IRUHVWU\ SURJUDP ZDV for when shooting permits will be issued automatically, LQWURGXFHG WR WKH QDWXUDO UHVRXUFHV trouble were the ones allow the use of dogs at the discretion of the permittee, using custom plantFRPPLWWHH DW LWV 7KXUVGD\ -XQH ing,â€? commented com- restrict permittees and participants so they can retain PHHWLQJ 3KRWR E\ 3ULVFLOOD %DXHU mittee member Duane only one bear, and improve hunter and farmer commuJohnson. “If you were nication and awareness. The committee voted to approve the changes with a doing your own planting you could plant on those days restriction on the use of dogs. when you had a window.â€? %XUQHWW &RXQW\ )RUHVWU\ DQG 5HFUHDWLRQ 2IĂ€FHU 5\DQ Committee member Larry Main asked for further discussion relating to the consolidation of the land infor- %\EHH UHSRUWHG VLQFH Ă€QLVKLQJ WUDLQLQJ WKH Ă€UVW /7( KDG mation, land and conservation, and zoning and land use been patrolling on his own for two weeks. In his monthly report, Nichols introduced Bob Hauser RIĂ€FHV “We are a consolidated department,â€? said land infor- DV WKH QHZ '15 OLDLVRQ RIĂ€FHU ZKR ZLOO EH DVVLVWLQJ ZLWK mation director Jason Towne, who will head up the new the county forestry program. Nichols gave an update on the proposed Dogtown department. Committee member Larry Main said he wanted to property acquisition, telling the committee the land sale know why county conservationist Dave Ferris and other to the county is still under discussion by the property’s VWDII LQ KLV RIĂ€FH ZRXOG QRZ EH UHSRUWLQJ WR WKH ODQG XVH owners. Nichols reported on the possibility of a variance fee of committee rather than the natural resources committee. Main said to his knowledge no motions were ever $500 for the pavilion at Milton E. Stellrecht Park being made or votes taken in either the land use committee or built by the Siren Lions Club. The committee approved moving forward with a pothe natural resources committee to that end. tential land trade to take care of an encroachment issue “So how did we get to this?â€? asked Main. “I didn’t know the natural resources committee hadn’t on Myrick Lake. The trade would amount to a .37 acre of discussed this,â€? commented land use committee Chair county land for one acre of private property. Chuck Awe, who was present at the meeting. “The ad-

Water utility improvements under way in Webster

by Sherill Summer Leader staff writer WEBSTER - The improvements to the water utility in Webster Village are well under way. The improvements are scheduled to be completed the third week of August, EXW LQ WKH ÀQDO IRXU ZHHNV WKH WDVNV ZLOO EH UHEODFNWRSing streets, seeding, mulching and other restorations. It is something to look forward to after the past few weeks of directional drilling and pavement removal. This week WKH\ VKRXOG EH ÀQLVKLQJ WKH LQVWDOODWLRQ RI ZDWHU PDLQV and beginning to install services and water hydrants. Much of the improvements were paid for by the DNR Safe Drinking Water program and a CDBG grant, but the village will bear a portion of the estimated $1.3 million cost. On Thursday, June 13, the village began the process to secure a $331,752, 20-year bond at a 1.155 interest rate. ,Q RWKHU EXVLQHVV In business during the regular board meeting on Wednesday, June 12, the village board received a $5,185 bid for curb and line painting along Main Street, the highway and the fairgrounds from Fahner. Siren Village also owns painting equipment, but the board decided not to rent this equipment, at least this year, because of the

time constraints on the public works department during the water utility improvements. The two-year mowing bid was opened. There was only one bid this year from Keith Martini / Yellow River Construction. The village will pay $5,350 for each year of mowing, plus $78 per hour for assigned extra mowing. The mowing costs to the village are up this time around. Last year the village paid $4,032.50 to Martini for mowing. $ EDFNKRH GLJV XS WKH DOOH\ WR WKH VRXWK RI 0DLQ 6WUHHW LQ :HEVWHU RQ 7XHVGD\ -XQH DOO SDUW RI WKH LP SURYHPHQWV WR WKH ZDWHU XWLOLW\ LQIUD VWUXFWXUH 3KRWR E\ 6KHULOO 6XPPHU

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by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – Last-minute news to the St. Croix Falls Board of Education was not good as they met on Tuesday, June 25, as Administrator Glenn Martin informed the board that their health inVXUDQFH FDUULHU +HDOWK 3DUWQHUV QRWLĂ€HG them that due to several large claims, the district had a so-called 100 loss ratio, which meant the policy would need to be adjusted by over 10 percent. “We were just informed today,â€? Martin said as they outlined the issue. Since legislative action two years ago through Act 10, the district generally has its employees pay 12.4 percent of their health insurance costs, and the issue is whether the possible changes may force the district to increase that percentage or adjust co-pays and decrease services. $ UHSUHVHQWDWLYH IRU WKH Ă€UP ZDV QRW DW WKH PHHWLQJ EXW GLVWULFW Ă€QDQFH PDQDJHU Darci Krueger outlined the concerns, noting that while the district has the option to opt out of the contract, it would cost them over $170,000 in penalties, which is close to what the district spends on insurance in one month. .UXHJHU VDLG WKH Ă€UP LV QRW KRQRULQJ previous contract issues, citing future AfIRUGDEOH +HDOWK &DUH $FW 2EDPDFDUH FRVW DGMXVWPHQWV IRU WKH Ă€UP VHW WR WDNH effect in the fall of 2014. “This is the kind of stuff that’s so frustrating ... they’re imposing penalties on something that hasn’t even happened yet,â€? stated board member Sheri Norgard, who said that while they aren’t hon-

6W &URL[ )DOOV 6FKRRO %RDUG PHPEHUV GLVFXVV UHFHQW QHZV WKDW WKH\ PD\ EH KDYLQJ D PDMRU KLW RQ KHDOWK LQVXUDQFH FRVWV DW WKH 7XHVGD\ -XQH VFKRRO ERDUG PHHWLQJ 3KRWR E\ *UHJ 0DUVWHQ oring their contract with the district, they would impose a penalty on the district for opting out or not honoring that same contract on their end. “Sounds like a lose-lose for us either way,â€? board member Ken Stensven said. Krueger was also concerned that however the board decides to cover the increases, they want the employees to be aware of the process. “I have concerns about perceived transparency, with employees being gone for several months,â€? she said. “I don’t want people coming back in the fall and have them hear, ‘Oh by the way, you’ve lost VRPH RI \RXU EHQHĂ€WV WKDW \RX ZHUH VXSposed to get the last contract.’’’ The possible increase to the district

is also a major issue as they have not budgeted for the seemingly inevitable increase, which could amount to over $18,000 per month. “Face it, we can’t absorb over 87 percent of that cost increase,� Martin said. “It should impact everybody equally.� The board took no action but will pass the info and concerns along to a committee so they can weigh the impact and query employees for suggestions or opinions on the best way to offset the costs.

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weeks ago, high school Principal Pete Nusbaum’s resignation was approved, with thanks for over seven years of service. They read a letter from Nusbaum to the board, thanking them for the opportunity which he called the best seven years of his life, and how he hoped he left it a better place than when he started. The board met in closed session after WKH PHHWLQJ WR ÀQDOL]H D SRVVLEOH UHSODFHment principal, but the results were unavailable at press time. The board also approved the resignations of Jasmine Mederich as dance coach and Ryan Stridde as an assistant high school track and cross-country coach. • The board held a major discussion on parking lot repaving concerns and approved a motion to pay up to $155,000 for repaving, with some additional lining and painting costs later. There are some drainage concerns on the east side of the high school parking and Martin said there are several ways to adjust for the problems, which they may need to address with Monarch Paving, the winning bidder on the project, or ZLWK DQRWKHU ÀUP WR GR VRPH ODQGVFDSLQJ adjustments after the fact. Some of the project costs will come from the district’s fund balance, which Martin said he was perfectly comfortable with. • The board had an update on security upgrades, some of which are already under way. They are also in the process of upgrading security cameras, to change from analog black and white to digital color, for better clarity and ability to identify problems. They are going to seek more estimates on the camera upgrades.

Connor Anderson elected to serve Wisconsin Association of FFA

MADISON - Connor Anderson of the Clear Lake FFA chapter was elected to a year of service as the 2013-2014 Section 1 VWDWH ))$ RIÀFHU GXULQJ WKH WK :LVFRQsin State FFA Convention held in Madison June 10-13. Tim Wyss and Dani Raether are Anderson’s advisers. His parents are Brent and Melissa Anderson. Anderson served in numerous leadership roles as an FFA member including reporter, president and student adviser. During that time, he also served as the banquet committee chairman and helped to plan and execute their 75th anniversary celebration. He competed in numerous parliamentary procedure career-development events at the district, sectional and state levels and helped coach the 2013 team. He also attended the state and national conventions, sectional leadership workshops and the Washington Leadership Conference. His supervised agricultural experience program involves small-animal production and care. As a young child, Ander-

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Siren School Board appoints Peggy Moore to replace Cate Hayman by Jean Koelz Leader staff writer SIREN—After two weeks of advertising for candidates, only two individuals, Chuck Awe and Peggy Moore, applied for the open school board seat left vacant by Cate Hayman’s abrupt resignation last month. Both Awe and Moore are passionate about education and community involvement. Awe just completed his term as president of the Siren Lions Club and represents the towns of Daniels and Wood River on the Burnett County Board of Supervisors, serving as chair of the infrastructure and capital improvement committees and vice chair of the landuse committee. Moore is also very active in the community and instrumental in fundraising for Siren school through her work with VFW, just recently completing six years of service as commander of the Siren post. According to school policy and state ODZ YDFDQFLHV DUH Ă€OOHG E\ DSSRLQWPHQW by the remaining members of the board. The appointee serves until a successor can be named at the next regularly scheduled election. That policy also states, “The board may give extra consideration weight to the person who was the runnerup in the last election.â€? In this case, it was Moore who just narrowly lost this seat to Hayman in April. In deference to voters, the board relied on this policy to decide EHWZHHQ WKH WZR TXDOLĂ€HG FDQGLGDWHV Moore will serve for almost a year before the April 2014 election. In other news at the Siren School Board

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cessing plants during the pending of this moratorium. The town board imposed the moratorium to be in effect until June 30. According to this ordinance, the town planning commission would study and analyze the impact of nonmetallic mining DQG PDNH WKHLU ÀQDO UHFRPPHQGDWLRQV WR the town board by April 30. The planning commission met Feb. 4 and studied and compared the present large-scale commercial activity ordinance with a model mining ordinance. They also reviewed information received from the Wisconsin Towns Association, the Polk County planner and the Polk County Zoning administrator, as well as other sources. Recommendations made to the town board following review and discussion by the planning commission were as folORZV ([WHQG WKH FXUUHQW QRQPHWDOlic mining moratorium ordinance to the maximum length allowed or to when the new Polk County Zoning Ordinance will be ready for the town to review. At that time, the planning commission will reYLVLW WKH VXEMHFW LI WKH QHHG DULVHV DQG The moratorium be amended to exclude existing nonmetallic mines in the town so they can continue their mining business. During the June 13 town board meeting, the recommendations the planning commission made were adopted. The nonmetallic mining moratorium was extended to Dec. 31, and any existing nonmetallic mines are excluded from the moratorium. At some point later this summer, the new Polk County Zoning Ordinance will be presented to all town boards in Polk County. The next town board meeting will be Thursday, July 11, at 7 p.m. at the Bone Lake church. The board of review will meet on Monday, July 15, at the Bone Lake church from noon to 2 p.m. - submitted by Darrell Frandsen, clerk

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BONE LAKE - The Bone Lake Town Board enacted an ordinance to regulate ATV travel on all town roads one year ago in June. The ordinance had a provision in it to be reviewed after being in effect for one year. There had been several minor violations of the ordinance reported to the town board in the past months. The violations had then been relayed to the Luck ATV Club, where they were quickly KDQGOHG DQG WKH SUREOHPV UHFWLĂ€HG 7KH main problem had been riders using the ditches for roadway entry instead of entering from existing driveways. Also, some riders were traveling on the road shoulders rather than the extreme right side of the paved and gravel roads. ATV drivers are also expected to slow down to 10 mph when passing a private residence. At the Thursday, June 13, meeting of the town board, the decision was made to continue with the ATV ordinance, as written, with the deletion of the one-year review section. As with any town ordinance, it may be revisited and amended or rescinded at any time. In September 2012, Bone Lake enacted an ordinance imposing a moratorium on the expansion of existing, and the creation of any new, nonmetallic mining operations within the town. The purpose of this moratorium was to allow the town board adequate time to study the possible impacts that nonmetallic mining operations and processing plants that are related to such operations may have on the health, safety and welfare of the residents of the Town of Bone Lake. Other concerns were air and water quality, property values and potential impact to the infrastructure of the town. It would also allow the town and town residents the opportunity to consider enacting zoning or other regulatory ordinances so as to effectively regulate nonmetallic mining operations and related processing plants. The moratorium prohibited the creation of any new or expansion of any existing mining operations or related pro-

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According to the MacIver Institute, Gov. :DONHU¡V Ă€VFDO SROLFLHV KDYH DFKLHYHG more good news for Wisconsinites. He managed to rid the state of the $3.6 bilOLRQ GHĂ€FLW ZKLOH EXLOGLQJ D UDLQ\ GD\ fund. Now, the Rich States, Poor States Economic Outlook Ranking has Wisconsin moving up 17 spots on the American Legislative Exchange Council ranking of states. The state’s ranking went from 32nd to 15th, which is the greatest improvement of any state over the last year. ,Q WKH SUHYLRXV Ă€YH \HDUV RI WKH VWXG\ WKH best economic outlook ranking Wisconsin received was 23rd in 2010. According to the report, Wisconsin’s economic outlook has improved as a diUHFW UHVXOW RI :DONHU¡V Ă€VFDO SROLFLHV 7KH authors wrote, “When a state changes policy, for better or worse, it immediately affects the incentive structure for individuals and businesses alike, and the

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FKDQJH LQ LQFHQWLYHV GLUHFWO\ LQà XHQFHV the state’s competitiveness. Through statistical and anecdotal evidence, this publication makes a compelling case that SUR JURZWK ÀVFDO SROLF\ LV ZKDW UHDOO\ makes the difference for economic vitality in the states.� In addition, MacIver Institute states that Wisconsin could have an even better economic outlook in 2014 if Walker’s income tax cut is signed into law and the SURSHUW\ WD[HV DUH KHOG À[HG ZKLFK KDV now happened. The only Midwest state to have a better rating was Indiana, which ranked 14th. Illinois and Minnesota are in 48th and 46th places respectively. We’re moving in the right direction thanks to the tough decisions being made in Madison. Jack Hedlund Siren

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Open reply to Duffy Dear Rep. Duffy, Thank you for your recent e-Newsletter titled What are they thinking? In it you ask, “Where are the jobs?� and state that you are “working toward policies that can work for Americans – not against them.� I appreciate that. And I’m sure you appreciate feedback from your constituents. We’re all concerned about the economy, so I thought I would start by letting you know how your home state of Wisconsin is faring. We are currently 44th in job growth, 45th in wage growth, 49th in economic outlook and 50th in short-term job growth. And so far Gov. Walker has only created 49,000 of the 250,000 jobs he promised us. The Republicans have been in complete control of Wisconsin government for the last two years, and they claim to know best how to manage the economy, so I’m

restrained by levy limits. At the same time, we were able to increase funding for vital programs including education, health care and transportation. Public K-12 schools will see a nearly $300 million increase in funding 10th District The state Legislature passed the state under the budget bill. All Wisconsin resSenate budget bill this week, completing the idents living under the federal poverty process started earlier this year with the line will now be eligible for state mediintroduction of the governor’s budget The budget surplus in the current budget cal assistance programs. Local transproposal. Following public hearings, cycle and the growing revenue estimates portation aids were increased and state DJHQF\ EULHĂ€QJV DQG FKDQJHV PDGH E\ continue to demonstrate the value of the highway projects are funded, without the budget-writing committee, the ac- tough decisions we made last session to an increase in the gas tax. In addition to tions this week by the state Assembly JHW RXU VWDWH¡V Ă€VFDO KRXVH LQ RUGHU these investments, other highlights of the I am pleased that we made taxpayers budget include: and state Senate complete the Legislature’s work on the budget. The budget a priority in this budget and voted to re• Boosting economic development bill will now be sent to the governor for turn the current budget surplus back to programs including angel investment taxpayers through permanent tax cuts. incentives and venture capital, his consideration. Our state’s improving finances al- The tax reform package approved by the • Protecting the Rainy Day Fund from lowed us to invest in our priorities, enact state Legislature results in a nearly $650 raids by setting restrictions on its use, a historic tax cut and hold the line on PLOOLRQ LQFRPH WD[ FXW WKDW ZLOO EHQHĂ€W ‡ (QVXULQJ YHWHUDQV EHQHĂ€WV DUH PDLQproperty taxes, all while ending the next all taxpayers and bring relief to middle- tained by appropriating new funding to two-year budget cycle with a surplus. class families and job creators. In addi- the Veterans Trust Fund, tion, property taxes will continue to be

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not sure what the problem is. I do know they spent a lot of time on ideological issues when the governor said he was going to “focus like a laserâ€? on job creation. Perhaps it’s the hypocrisy of insisting that severe cuts in education and other investments in our future were needed in order to balance the last budget, then changing the law so they don’t have to balance the budget this go-around? I’m not an economist, so can’t offer you any VSHFLĂ€F DGYLFH EXW , FDQ RIIHU VRPH FRPmonsense advice. First, please base whatever you propose on sound economic advice, and second, please don’t do what Walker and the Republicans, including Sen. Harsdorf and Rep. Severson, have been doing in Wisconsin! Thanks for listening. Bob Wright Dresser

• Providing additional resources to protect victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault, • Expanding available funding to repair roads damaged from cleanup of 2011 storms in Burnett County, • Enhancing and increasing services for those living with mental illness, • Approving grant funds for expanding broadband access to underserved areas, and • Adopting enhanced DNA collection to solve violent crimes and bring relief to crime victims and their families. More information on the provisions of the state budget can be found on the Legislative Fiscal Bureau website at legis.wisconsin.gov. Please contact me E\ FDOOLQJ P\ RIÀFH DW RU 608-266-7745 or visiting my website at harsdorfsenate.com. IURP WKH RIÀFH RI Sen. Harsdorf

Rep. Milroy applauds restoration of veterans property tax credit SUPERIOR - State Rep. Nick Milroy, DSouth Range, Wednesday, June 19, expressed his appreciation to colleagues on both sides of the aisle for standing up for veterans and restoring the veterans property tax credit in the budget bill. In the budget bill approved by the Joint Finance Committee, property taxes for 100-percent disabled veterans and their spouses and unremarried spouses of veterans killed in Iraq and Afghanistan would have increased nearly $21 million. In response, Democratic members of the Assembly Veterans Committee sent a letter to Speaker Robin Vos and Joint Finance Committee Co-Chair John Nygren asking that they work with Democrats to restore the veterans property tax credit. In addition, Milroy reached out to all Assembly Republicans asking for their bipartisan support for the veterans who KDYH VDFULĂ€FHG VR PXFK IRU RXU FRXQWU\

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“As written, the budget would end the property tax credit for certain veterans,â€? Milroy told his Republican colleagues. “This is particularly disheartening, given that the proposed budget funds tax cuts for the wealthiest individuals in this state by raising taxes on disabled veterans. It simply does not make sense. “I am asking that you work with this side of the aisle in maintaining current statutory language that rightfully helps our veterans with their property taxes,â€? Milroy continued. “I implore you to work with us in correcting this wrong in the state budget for our veterans. Even Gov. Scott Walker has publicly stated that KH ZDQWV WKLV SUREOHP Ă€[HG Âľ Following the vote on passage of the budget bill, Milroy stated, “Although the veterans property tax credit provision was corrected, there are still many provisions in the budget that I cannot support. I will not support expansion of the school

voucher programs statewide while at the VDPH WLPH QRW SURYLGLQJ VXIÀFLHQW IXQGing of our public schools. This budget turns away $2.4 billion in federal healthcare funding to help insure low-income families, slashes the Stewardship Fund, DQG LV ÀOOHG ZLWK VSHFLDO LQWHUHVW JLYHaways and policy that have no business being included in a state budget. After

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Rep. Severson on budget passage MADISON – State Rep. Erik Severson, R-Osceola, issued the following statement Wednesday, June 19, in response to the passage of the 2013-15 biennial budget. “Today, I joined my colleagues in voting in favor of a budget that includes commonsense reforms, an across-the-board income tax cut and a UW System tuition freeze. I am committed to being a good

steward of your tax dollars and believe that this budget illustrates that promise. “Included in this budget is a $666 milOLRQ LQFRPH WD[ FXW VLJQLĂ€FDQW UHGXFWLRQV in government spending and Medicaid UHIRUP 'XH WR WKH VPDUW Ă€VFDO GHFLVLRQV made this session and last, we are able to continue moving Wisconsin forward.â€? IURP WKH RIĂ€FH RI 5HS 6HYHUVRQ

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time under their purchase agreement. The Holy Cross group said they were unsure of their location plans after the next two years and did not say if they planned to purchase the building outright later or by Greg Marsten move to another location as they grow. Leader staff writer As the council debated the zoning ST. CROIX FALLS – The proposed question, other issues surfaced, such as opening of a K-8 Lutheran private school the objections of neighbors. in a long-vacant former day-care building “There are taxpayers in the community drew much debate on Monday, June 24, who don’t want it,â€? Alderperson Loreen as the St. Croix Falls Common Council Morrell noted, citing concerns about priconsidered whether to change the site’s vacy and safety. “There are just too many zoning from B1, Business, to R1, ResiUHSHUFXVVLRQV GRZQ WKH URDG LI ZH UHdential, to allow the pending Holy Cross zoned it residential.â€? Lutheran Day School to begin operation “What goes in there really isn’t rellater this year. evant,â€? Alderperson Lori Erickson said, In the end, the council kept the stasuggesting that an occupying rental opWXV TXR ZKLFK LV OLNHO\ WR VXIĂ€FH IRU WKH eration is better than it remaining vacant school’s plans, as the city’s attorney beand depreciating. OLHYHG WKH\ FRXOG DGMXVW WKHLU GHĂ€QLWLRQ RI 7KLV LV WKH ORFDWLRQ LQ TXHVWLRQ RQ D ]RQLQJ LVVXH IRU D QHZ SULYDWH /XWKHUDQ VFKRRO LQ 6W &URL[ “I look at it as a business enterprise,â€? ZKDW TXDOLĂ€HV DV D FRQIRUPLQJ XVH )DOOV ,W ZDV IRUPHUO\ D GD\ FDUH IDFLOLW\ 3KRWR E\ *UHJ 0DUVWHQ Mayor Brian Blesi opined. The Holy Cross plan involves a consorMorrell objected, stating that because tium of four local conservative Wisconsin ditional business enterprise. “We would like to see that area used,â€? they were a religious school, they would Evangelical Lutheran Synod churches 7KH LVVXH Ă€UVW FDPH EHIRUH WKH FLW\ RI stated Dr. Joel Enoch of the neighborbased in Osceola, East Farmington, St. St. Croix Falls Plan Commission several ing Valley View Veterinary clinic. “(Our not pay taxes if they bought the building, Croix Falls and the Centuria areas. The ZHHNV DJR VSHFLĂ€FDOO\ DV WR ZKHWKHU WR FRQFHUQ LV ZKR¡V UHVSRQVLEOH IRU WKDW which would put the tax burden on city residents instead. plan is to open their doors to kindergarten allow the property at 815 Hwy. 8 to be re- bridge?â€? “A religious school is not a business through eighth-grade students this fall, zoned from the B1 to R1. After several of Enoch’s concerns were quelled somelikely with between 10-15 students, and the commissioners seemed unconvinced what when school representatives said enterprise, in my opinion,â€? Morrell said. ultimately up to 20 students, with tuition that it was a compatible use under cur- they had no plans for buses, although the ‘They don’t pay taxes.â€? “We won’t solve that (religious groups at $1,500 for kindergarten and no more UHQW ]RQLQJ GHĂ€QLWLRQV WKH FRPPLVVLRQ FRXQFLO DJUHHG LW ZRXOG EH ZLVH WR Ă€QG than $3,000 annually for other grades. recommendation was to keep the zoning out who actually is responsible for the QRW SD\LQJ SURSHUW\ WD[HV LVVXH WRQLJKW Âľ Blesi said with a nod. The group has already entered into a as is, and not allow a change, temporary bridge. As a caveat, just before the zoning vote, lease on the property, which is currently or otherwise. Several of the Holy Cross supporters city Administrator Joel Peck said he disowned by Croix Management Company Several neighboring residents and busi- and staff discussed the need and desire of Taylors Falls, Minn. Because the Holy ness owners raised concern at that plan for such a school and said they thought cussed the zoning issue with the city atCross group would be leasing the build- commission hearing about whether the the former day care was a totally ap- torney, who said the council could allow ing, it would be on the city tax roles. If 815 location was suitable for such an op- propriate use, but that the whole zoning WKH VFKRRO XQGHU WKH FXUUHQW ]RQLQJ GHĂ€they owned the structure, it would be tax HUDWLRQ FLWLQJ VWDWH KLJKZD\ WUDIĂ€F ODFN question was a surprise, saying they had nition. ´ 7KH FLW\ DWWRUQH\ VDLG WKH FLW\ KDV D exempt. of a playground, access issues and kids been blindsided by this zoning issue. wide latitude on how we decide the use,â€? At issue for the common council was wandering outside the school lands. “Whatever it takes, we’re willing to whether the current B1 zoning would At Monday’s council meeting, several do,â€? stated Holy Cross advocate Mike Peck said. “We can call a parochial school a conforming use as it is (under the curallow such an operation, or whether it people spoke in favor of the rezoning, Loescher. would require rezoning to the R1 desig- and one of the neighbors dispelled ear“We just want to rent the building,â€? UHQW ]RQLQJ Âľ The council ultimately took no action, nation. lier concerns, noting that an access bridge stated Croix Management representaHowever, the zoning issue also led to from the highway was already question- tive Jeremy Vitalis. “We would hope you and the zoning stayed as it was, but Blesi said there may be further building code several off-topic concerns about every- able, and might suffer under the repeated would embrace the business.â€? thing from safety to property taxes to the pounding from a school bus or high volCroix bought the structure off foreclo- review where some of the other concerns philosophical issue of whether a private, XPHV RI WUDIĂ€F sure and cannot sell it for a period of may be addressed. religious school is truly the same as a tra-

Sewer rate decisions for SCF council Rates may need to double to pay for new system by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – City of St. Croix Falls residents can expect a big jump in sewer rates in the near future, as the actual costs of a new wastewater treatment system becomes clear. At the city’s common council meeting on Monday, June 24, Dan Greve of MSA Professional Services outlined the need to adjust their rates as they begin construcWLRQ RQ WKH QHZ V\VWHP ZKLFK LV Ă€QDQFHG in part through the Wisconsin DNR Clean Water Fund program. 7KH FLW\ LV EHQHĂ€WLQJ IURP D principal forgiveness program through the fund, but under the plan, they must close on the loan in just a few months, and must show that they can afford to pay the debt service through rate adjustments, which Greve said may double sewer rates for some customers. “This is a large increase by any meaVXUH Âľ *UHYH VDLG FLWLQJ WKH Ă€UP¡V UHFRPmendations to adjust rates by up to 112 percent. At issue is how to adjust the rates and where the brunt of the project’s imSDFW ZLOO EH IHOW HLWKHU WKURXJK Ă DW XVHU charges or through volume charges. *UHYH VDLG WKH Ă€UP LV UHFRPPHQGLQJ DGMXVWLQJ WKH EDVLF Ă€[HG UDWHV XSZDUG while also adjusting the volume costs, but he acknowledged it would be felt more by the residential user than commercial users. “Someone has to pay the costs, it’s just LQ KRZ \RX GLVWULEXWH LW Âľ KH VDLG Mayor Brian Blesi reminded the council that they really have no choice in the matter, that the rates must be adjusted, it’s just how they are changed, either through Ă€[HG FRVWV RU YROXPH ´ 1HZ SKRVSKRURXV VWDQGDUGV DQG WKH age and condition of the existing facilities DUH IRUFLQJ WKH QHZ SODQW DQG V\VWHP Greve reminded the council. “We don’t have a choice,â€? Blesi conĂ€UPHG The downside of adjusting the rates to

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,Q RWKHU FRXQFLO EXVLQHVV • The council tabled a request to vacate several unplatted streets and alleys in the Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church property, as they consider the impact further. There was quite a bit of debate on the issue, as there were a few concerns that the decision might haunt them down the line, if certain city property were to be sold, they might have access issues. • Tanya Borg, of the Shelter Action Committee, outlined a proposal to make the city a “no-kill cityâ€? for feral dogs and cats, with a plan to offer incentives for additional licensing of animals. Borg said that only about one-quarter of all dogs in the county are licensed, with little incentive for the city or municipalities to encouraged the practice. ´7KH\ PXQLFLSDOLWLHV RQO\ JHW D TXDUWHU SHU OLFHQVH Âľ VKH QRWHG ´,W¡V QRW enough to knock on the doors to see if SHRSOH DUH OLFHQVLQJ WKHLU GRJV Âľ The group is hoping to have the county adjust their practices regarding licensing, DQG %RUJ VDLG WKH Ă€UP PD\ EH HOLJLEOH IRU certain grant funding if they adopt the no-kill plan, which would help offset the costs. They are also hoping that a larger number of licensed dogs means they can HVWDEOLVK D GDWDEDVH WR Ă€QG ORVW DQLPDOV “It is an achievable goal, if we all work together on this,â€? she said. The council took no action on the matter.

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• There was an agreement to have the city upgrade electrical facilities at their Overlook Deck, after it was noted that ground fault interruption circuits seem to blow quite frequently during many of the Wannigan Days and Music on the Overlook events. The two events were also the point of requests from organizer Woody McBride for an additional $1,000 to offset the loss of a MOTO sponsor, as well as another UHTXHVW WR UHQW D EDUJH IRU Ă€UHworks launching at this summer’s Wannigan Days. After quite a bit of debate, the council DSSURYHG WKH IRU D Ă€UHZRUNV EDUJH for safety reasons, but will further debate the MOTO request at a later date. • The council moved ahead with having the St. Croix Falls Fire Department GHYHORS VSHFLĂ€FDWLRQV IRU D QHZ ´TXLQWÂľ truck, which would be their primary response vehicle and would have a ladder IRU WKH KLJK DOWLWXGH Ă€UHĂ€JKWLQJ The department gave an extensive presentation on their proposal to reduce WKHLU Ă HHW WR MXVW D KDQGIXO RI YHKLFOHV DW the previous council meeting, and the approval Monday was so they could seek estimates on the unit. The multifunction truck is expected to cost approximately $800,000, and the city would borrow money to pay for the unit, ZKLOH DOVR VHOOLQJ VRPH RI WKH FXUUHQW Ă HHW to offset some of that cost.

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REVIEW: A couple of mustaches short of perfect

Festival’s “Crazy For You� is a well-tuned jewel

by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS – Over a century ago, as the American Wild West began to blossom from the sand, saloons and dining halls became the veritable center of the entertainment universe and they all had pianos. However, in the remote and rough Old West, piano tuners were as rare as clean sheets on a Saturday. So there was a trick they would employ called tacking. Pianists who couldn’t tune that clunky old piano would place thumbtacks or upholstery tacks on the strikers and then “adjust� them for tune. It was a risk, as they could potentially sound like carnivalesque organs - think the Beatles’ “Rocky Raccoon� - a spectacular sound in an otherwise pitchy world, or it could be a musical disaster where “Kitten on the Keys� seems orchestrated. The Festival Theatre Company took a similar risk by choosing an adaption of the play based on George and Ira Gershwin’s so-called last musical, “Crazy For You,� as the kickoff to open their ambitious 2013 drama season. They highlighted that gamble on summer’s literal cusp, Thursday, June 20, just a few dozen hours short of the summer solstice. If this is a preview of what’s ahead for the Festival troupe, then it’s going to be a killer summer. The musical/comedy/dancetopia production is also the directorial debut of veteran Festival alum and multitalented staple Jaclyn Johnson, who takes on the ambitious adaption with aplomb. “Crazy For You� as your local directorial debut is like going straight from driver’s ed class to bank-robbery getaway driver. And it really works. It works because it is a seamless, entertainment landscape, from the scenery that transforms the stage from Big Apple street scene to Old West saloon. With a troupe of talent so rich and perfectly cast, they seem to have been doing this show for months already. One can only imagine what a few more nights of run-throughs will mean. The music, singing, choreography, co-

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Man accused of drawing knife on barkeep Facing felony charge of reckless endangerment

knife on the man. Police later recovered the suspected knife near the beach, as the man had remained on by Greg Marsten the property. Moore Leader staff writer later returned to the bar BALSAM LAKE – Police were called to to get a walking cane, the Thirsty Otter tavern in Balsam Lake which police found also on the evening of Saturday, June 22, to address the report of a customer who 'RQDOG & 0RRUH had a concealed knife in the handle. had pulled a knife on a bartender after he Moore also was rereportedly raised a disturbance and was portedly uncooperative once arrested being escorted from the bar. According to the probable cause re- and is now facing a felony second-degree SRUW Ă€OHG ZLWK WKH 3RON &RXQW\ 6KHULII¡V reckless endangerment charge, as well Department, Donald C. Moore, 37, New as misdemeanor carrying a concealed Richmond, was asked to leave the bar, weapon, disorderly conduct and resistand would not. He was then escorted ing arrest. He appeared in Polk County from the bar, which is when he alleg- Circuit Court on Monday, June 24, where edly pulled a knife on the barkeep after Judge Jeffery Anderson set a $2,500 bond punching him in the chest, which led the and a Thursday, June 27, preliminary bartender to punch back, whereUPON hearing. Moore is alleged to have pulled a folding

eled Victor upright in the corner sounds like an angel’s calliope right from the start. It’s going to be a really good summer. Festival Theatre’s “Crazy For You� plays on a rotational schedule now

through Sunday, Aug. 18, at the St. Croix Falls Civic Auditorium. Direct queries to 715-483-3387 or on the Web at festivaltheatre.org.

Director’s notes ... by Greg Marsten Leader staff writer ST. CROIX FALLS - In an exclusive interview with the Leader, “Crazy For Youâ€? director Jaclyn Johnson addressed the elaborate production behind the unique musical, noting that she has directed other stage plays, but never before at Festival, and never such a bold production. “It’s by far the largest, most ambitious full-length feature I’ve attempted,â€? Johnson said. “It’s such a joy to see (the FDVW JR IURP ZKHUH \RX ZDQW WR VHH LW JR WR WKH Ă€QDO SURGXFW 7KH\¡YH VXUpassed my vision!â€? Johnson gives lots of credit to choreographer and co-star Andrew Bradford-Benson, who helped turn her interpretation of the play that uses music, dance and comedy to highlight love and loss, all under the cloud of the dark, foreclosure-stained 1934 America. She said Benson’s talents helped turn it LQWR D WLJKW Ă€QDO SURGXFW “It was just great to work with him on this,â€? she said, stating that the smaller stage size and limited cast meant they had extra challenges, but they used those challenges to make it even more personal and entertaining. “Actually, it became kind of fun to play on (those OLPLWV Âľ She also noted the broad musical talents of the cast, which not only exhibits astounding vocal prowess, but also an impressive mix of instrumental talents from stand-up bass to guitar, violin and several piano numbers. She said that even the elaborate percussion number became a sort of unique challenge from the original script. To pull it off, Johnson said she gathered several items from the company’s prop shop and allowed each cast memEHU WR Ă€QG RQH WKH\ FRXOG XVH IURP D deck of cards to a beer bottle, furniture or dish ware. She said they then worked out a rudimentary “songâ€? with her counting in time and the cast improvising their own instruments. “We then used those props as a back story,â€? she revealed, noting how the cast

then developed their own reasons for having the items in that scene. “I think it really works! I love working with artists to explore and make something out of experimentation.â€? The “Crazy For Youâ€? practice schedule was also a challenge, as they had less than month, often working with an incomplete cast, to bring it from cold reads WR WKH Ă€QDO VWDJH SURGXFW $Q DFWRU E\ trade, she admits that it was hard, at times, to stay on the sidelines and not be a part of the cast, but said the directorial angle is an extra challenge she was happy to attempt. “It is very different,â€? she said. “It’s a different set of artistic goals ... but it’s an incredible joy to sit on the outside and see that vision come to life.â€? Johnson praised the 2013 cast and said the company was gifted with such extraordinary actors to try out, especially with such diverse musical, instrumental and dance talents. “It really is extraordinary that the right people showed up to audition,â€? she said, noting that the play was written to highlight so many of the Gershwin classics. The pool of gifted actors and musicians inspired her to have extra FRQĂ€GHQFH HDUO\ RQ ´,W ZDV H[WUDRUGLnary to know we had such talented vocalists from the get go.â€? The unique “changeoverâ€? summer schedule means there will be different shows in a very short turnaround window, helped in part by multiuse stage props, carpentry designs and interchangeable sets. “We’re hoping to lure people from out of town to see more than one show in a weekend,â€? she said. Johnson will be back onstage for several of the other Festival productions WKLV VXPPHU EXW VKH LV FRQĂ€GHQW WKDW crowds will be impressed by all the troupe’s 2013 offerings. She said the cast is among the best she has ever worked with and said the whole community will EHQHĂ€W “They are all extraordinary, great minds,â€? she said. “They’re all great human beings, too.â€?

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SHELL LAKE — The city of Shell Lake will be bustling with activity on Saturday, July 6. Artist from across the region will display their handmade works at the 11th-annual Shell Lake Fine Art Festival. The show will be in Shell Lake’s Memorial Park from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. This is a juried art fair featuring ceramics, printmaking, glass, painting, drawings, sculpture, jewelry, woodworking, papermaking and more.

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The Miss Shell Lake program will be selling food. A sailing regatta gets under way at noon on Shell Lake. Also on July 6, the Washburn County Historical Society is hosting their annual pie and ice-cream social at the museum from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. — with submitted info

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AuthorÕs book focuses on life of Clear Lake native and hall of fame pitcher Burleigh Grimes

by Marty Seeger Leader staff writer CLEAR LAKE – Clear Lake native Burleigh Grimes is one of only four Major League Baseball players from Wisconsin to be inducted into Major League Baseball’s Hall of Fame, and the story of how he got there is the subject of a new book released by author Joe Niese titled, “Burleigh Grimes: Baseball’s Last Legal Spitballer.â€? Grimes was born in 1893 and played with the biggest names in the history of the game from 1916 to 1934. He played with seven different teams, including the Pittsburgh Pirates, New York Giants, Boston Braves, St. Louis Cardinals, Chicago Cubs and New York Yankees, but eventually retired as a Brooklyn Dodger. 7KH ULJKW KDQGHG SLWFKHU Ă€QLVKHG ZLWK a lifetime ERA of 3.32 and won 270 caUHHU JDPHV ZLWK Ă€YH VHDVRQV ZKHUH KH recorded 20 or more wins. He was also manager of the Dodgers in 1937 and 1938 alongside Babe Ruth, and of course, the last legal spitballer ever to play the game, but as Niese pointed out during a recent phone interview, “There’s so much more to Burleigh than that.â€? Grimes was born in Emerald, located in St. Croix County, but as a son of a nomadic farm family, eventually found life rooted in the Clear Lake area at around the age of 5. Niese said his baseball career began at the age of about 9 years old when he played for the Clear Lake Redjackets youth team. He was also a bat boy for the Clear Lake Yellowjackets, a talent team coached by his dad. Grimes played two years of high school baseball before dropping out his sophoPRUH \HDU GXH WR Ă€QDQFLDO UHDVRQV )RU Grimes to play, he would have had to travel to Amery or New Richmond, so instead, Grimes played for his dad’s Yellowjackets team, where he got off to a rocky start in his opening debut. As a result, fans reacted to the coach, Nick Grimes, and from then on, Grimes never pitched another home game for the Yellowjackets. “I think his dad was ticked by how they told him how to manage the team,â€? Niese said, but it wasn’t long before Burleigh Grimes started blossoming into a forceful pitcher and started striking out batters by the dozens. Grimes eventually began his professional baseball career in Eau Claire in 1912 but that was short-lived. “Their leagues folded midway through the season, and he was forced to move to Austin, Minnesota, to play,â€? Niese said. After playing the next three to four years in the minor leagues, Grimes was signed by the Pittsburg Pirates at the end

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••• LUCK - The WINGS Foundation, which stands for Whatever Individual Needs Gear or Supplies, held its seventh-annual golf outing fundraiser on Monday, June 17, at the Luck Golf Course. Among some of the highlights of the event was the hole-in-one by former Leader Land standout athlete Cole Strilzuk of of Unity. It just so happened that it was also Strilzuk’s birthday. The WINGS Foundation continues to provide support on the local level and even the national level. In 2013 they donated a fold-up shelter for the Polk County Special Olympics track team and made a $5,000 contribution to the Sandy Hook Suport Fund. Along with their annual golf fundraiser, WINGS also hosted the WKLUG DQQXDO PLOH ZDONV DQG ÀUVW annual 5K run. ••• GRANTSBURG – The Grantsburg Honkers are currently sitting on top of the Independent League standings after winning a 9-8 game over the Haugen Knights on Sunday, June 23. Both teams entered the game undefeated. The Hayward Hawks currently sit third in the Independent League Standings followed by the Haugen Hornets, Bruce Belters, Brill Millers, Spooner Cardinals, Cumberland Islanders and Luck Renegades. ••• The WIAA Board of Directors approved coaches advisory committee recommendations recently regarding winter sports. The basketball season regulations will experience a number of changes with the approval of four UHFRPPHQGDWLRQV 7KH ÀUVW ZLOO DSSO\ a mercy rule for varsity games during the regular season and throughout the tournament series beginning in 2013-14. A running clock will be implemented once the point differential reaches 40 points at any time after the conclusion of the third quarter unless a time-out is called. Regardless if the score differential subsequently dips below 40 points, the running clock remains in effect until the conclusion of the game. Another approved recommendation mandates three-person RIÀFLDWLQJ FUHZV IRU DOO :,$$ 7RXUQDment Series boys and girls basketball games beginning in 2014. Three-person crews have been assigned to the UHJLRQDO ÀQDOV VLQFH DW WKH VHFtional level since 2007 and at the state tournament since 2006. – from the WIAA ••• LEADER LAND – Leader Sports strives to follow the college careers of area athletes. If you know of an athlete playing collegiate sports in 2013, who hasn’t been mentioned, send us an e-mail or call and we’ll take it from there. – Marty Seeger

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Burleigh Grimes/Continued from previous page as “Old Stubblebeard.â€? The slippery elm caused his skin to break out on his face, so to avoid the irritation, Grimes grew out a 5 o’clock shadow before every game, which made him an intimidating Ă€JXUH RQ WKH PRXQG The spitball was also a tough pitch to throw, and Niese likened the delivery of the pitch to squeezing a watermelon VHHG *ULPHV EURNH Ă€QJHUQDLOV RQ PDQ\ occasions trying to throw the pitch, and LW ZDV DOVR GLIĂ€FXOW WR FRQWURO ZKLFK OHG to Grimes getting a “bad guyâ€? reputation

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,OOXVWULRXV FDUHHU FRPHV WR DQ HQG Grimes made a total of four World Series appearances and helped lead the St. Louis Cardinals to two consecutive appearances in 1930-31. In 1931, Grimes won two games in the Cardinals world championship, despite suffering through appendix problems, which bothered him for years. He was then traded a year later to the Chicago Cubs, where the Cubs also went to the World Series, but lost in four games to the Yankees. It was also the series when Babe Ruth hit his “called shot� home run, and both teams, combined, featured 13 future hall of famers. Grimes didn’t stop associating with baseball after retiring in 1934. He was a manager in the minors, and the Dodgers in 1937-38, and was eventually inducted into the Wisconsin Hall of Fame in 1954.

He earned his place in Cooperstown in 1964 and was a scout for the Orioles until 1970. “He actually helped build those big Orioles pitching staffs in the late ‘60s, early ‘70s,� Niese said. Grimes never forgot about his hometown in Clear Lake, however, and moved back home in 1980 before passing away in 1985. Clear Lake was also the place where Niese was able to get much of the material for his book, through Charles Clark at the Clear Lake Historical Museum. Clark was like a son to Grimes and shared artifacts, stories and photos for Niese’s book, which can be purchased on his website at joeniese.com or other Internet sources such as amazon.com. Niese, who is from Chippewa Falls, will also be at Clear Lake’s Heritage Days event on Friday, June 28, from about 10 a.m., to 1 p.m., to sell his book. He is also in the process of writing a second book, with the next focusing on the baseball career of Boyceville native Andy Pafko.

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Ruffed grouse survey indicates slight population decline MADISON – Ruffed grouse populations in Wisconsin have shown another slight decline this spring, according to results of the recently completed roadside ruffed grouse survey. “The index that Wisconsin uses to track ruffed grouse decreased 9 percent between 2012 and 2013,� said Brian Dhuey,

Department of Natural Resources wildlife surveys coordinator. “This decrease isn’t unexpected at this point in the population cycle. Ruffed grouse populations are known to boom and bust over a nine- to 11-year cycle. Grouse populations in Wisconsin tend to be at their peak in years ending in a nine or zero.�

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The roadside survey to monitor the number of breeding grouse has been conducted by staff from the DNR, U.S. Forest Service, tribal employees and numerous grouse enthusiasts and volunteers since 1964. Surveyors begin 30 minutes before sunrise and drive along established routes, making 10 stops at assigned points and listening for four minutes for the distinctive “thump, thump, thump� sounds made by drumming male grouse. Results from this survey help DNR biologists monitor the cyclic population dynamics of ruffed grouse in the state. The number of drums heard per stop in 2013 was down 9 percent statewide from the previous year. One of the primary regions for grouse in the state, the central region, showed an 18 percent drop in the number of drums heard per stop, yet the other primary region in the north showed a 2 percent increase. Intensive surveys were also run on two research areas. The Sandhill Wildlife Area in Wood County showed a decline of 5 percent. The Stone Lake Experimental Area in Oneida County showed an increase of 2 percent. According to Scott Walter, DNR upland wildlife ecologist, maturation of southern Wisconsin’s forest community in recent decades, and the resulting loss of dense, brushy areas that grouse need for cover, has contributed to lower numbers of grouse. “Ruffed grouse are closely linked to young forest habitats that develop following large disturbances, notably logging activities,� Walter said. “While we

often focus as hunters on grouse numbers in a single year, it’s important to remember that the long-term health of grouse and other early-successional wildlife is dependent upon our ability to create the dense, young cover they require. Lacking VLJQLĂ€FDQW EURDGVFDOH IRUPV RI QDWXUDO GLVWXUEDQFH VXFK DV Ă€UH ZH QHHG WR HQsure that intensive timber harvests remain a component of our forest-management activities.â€? In regard to the slight increase in northern Wisconsin, Gary Zimmer, coordinating biologist for the Ruffed Grouse Society, points to the weather. “Weather, especially during the broodrearing period in late May and early June, plays an important role in ruffed grouse numbers,â€? said Zimmer. “The slight increase shown in this spring’s northern region drumming counts, even in a downZDUG F\FOH FDQ GHĂ€QLWHO\ EH WLHG WR ¡V excellent brood-rearing conditions with its lengthy, dry, warm period in June. “Unfortunately, this spring’s weather is not following the same pattern and it is doubtful fall grouse numbers will be comparable to last year in the north woods. However, even with lower populations, Wisconsin still has some of the best grouse hunting in the country,â€? Zimmer said. Complete survey results can be found by searching the DNR website for “ wildlife reports.â€? For more information, search the DNR website for “ruffed grouse hunting.â€? – from the DNR

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Explosives found on Birchwood property Sixty pounds of “highly explosiveâ€? material removed by authorities BIRCHWOOD - At approximately 4:16 p.m. on Monday, June 24, Washburn County Sheriff’s responded to a call about potentially dangerous materials found on property located at 200 S. Main Street, Birchwood. The previous property owner had died, and the execuWRU RI KLV HVWDWH FDOOHG WKH VKHULII¡V RIĂ€FH DIWHU D VHDUFK of the property for items left over from the estate sale revealed the explosives. 7KH H[SORVLYHV ZHUH GLVFRYHUHG XQGHU WKH Ă RRUERDUGV of a metal garden shed on the property. The Washburn 6KHULII¡V GHSXW\ ZKR UHVSRQGHG WR WKH FDOO FRQĂ€UPHG WKH substances were highly explosive materials. Birchwood SROLFH DQG Ă€UH GHSDUWPHQWV DVVLVWHG GHSXWLHV LQ WKH HYDFuation of nearby residences. Washburn County Sheriff Terry Dryden called in the Marathon/Oneida County 6KHULII¡V 2IĂ€FH %RPE 6TXDG WR DVVLVW LQ WKH VDIH UHPRYDO of the explosives. "We service 32 counties in Wisconsin, and Washburn county is one of them," explained Matt Anderson of the 0DUDWKRQ 2QHLGD &RXQW\ 6KHULII V 2IĂ€FH %RPE 6TXDG "We assisted in the removal of the explosives and countercharged them to safely dispose of the materials." 6L[W\ SRXQGV WZR SRXQG VWLFNV RI KLJKO\ H[SORVLYH material was removed from the property by the bomb squad. The explosives were safely destroyed in a sand and gravel pit outside the village of Birchwood.

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HUGE GARAGE SALE BABY ITEMS/HALLOWEEN & HAUNTED HOUSE DECOR Friday, June 28, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 29, 9 a.m. - Noon 1903 150th Avenue St. Croix Falls, WI 54024

We are selling our haunted house props - tons of items, enough to build a multiroom haunt (walls included), lights, animated props, outdoor inflatables, costumes, masks, electric chair, coffins, one real coffin, full hospital room, bloody kitchen (w/appliances), creepy children’s room, full living room, clown room, too much to list. 2006 Kawasaki KDX 50 dirt bike, baby boy clothes, Peg Perego Duette SW stroller - includes 2 infant car seats and bases, Chico stroller & car seat, bassinet, co-sleeper, high chair, car seats, toys, gaming center, doors, windows, bikes, boat towables, 2 child-size paddleboats, life jackets, downhill skis, desks, home decor, pine bunk bed w/drawers, 6’ 587026 45Lp brand-new Jacuzzi soaker tub and much more!

Notices/ Garage Sales/ Real Estate (June 26, July 3, 10) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION ND Plaintiff vs. TIMOTHY J. GREANER; RENEE M. GREANER; WESTCONSIN CREDIT UNION; Defendants

NOTICE OF ADJOURNED SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 12 CV 81 Case Code No. 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 13, 2012, in the amount of $54,188.84, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: June 27, 2013, at 10:00 am ADJOURNED TIME: July 30, 2013, 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: Lot Forty-five (45) of the Plat of Balsam Forest, according to the official plat thereof on file and of record in the Office of the Register of Deeds in and for Polk County, Wisconsin, located in Government Lots 7 and 8, Section One (1), Township Thirty-four (34) North, Range Seventeen (17) West. TAX KEY NO.: 006-01178-0000. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1718 E. Forest Circle, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. Adam C. Lueck State Bar No. 1081386 Attorney for Plaintiff 230 W. Monroe St., Ste. 1125 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. 586561 WNAXLP

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GARAGE SALE Big Wood Lake

Fri. & Sat., June 28 & 29 Fri. 7 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.-noon

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MULTIFAMILY GARAGE SALE Friday, June 28, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday, June 29, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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(June 26, July 3, 10) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Wilshire Credit Corporation, as servicer for U.S. Bank, NA, as Successor Trustee to Bank of America, NA, as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank, NA, as Trustee for the MLMI Trust Series 2006-RM4 Plaintiff vs. MYLAN R. SIMONSON, et al. Defendant(s) Case No: 09 CV 946 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on February 18, 2010, in the amount of $185,761.73, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: July 25, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following 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.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 25, Croixwood, in the City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin. ALSO DESCRIBED AS: Lot 25, Croixwood “A Planned Unit Development�, City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1326 East Aspen Drive, Saint Croix Falls, WI 54024. TAX KEY NO.: 281-01380-2500. Dated this 12th day of June, 2013. /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. 2811512 586560 WNAXLP

(June 19, 26, July 3) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AnchorBank, FSB Plaintiff vs. EUGENE L. D`AGOSTINO, et al. Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 548 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on December 18, 2012, in the amount of $110,264.59, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: July 18, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following 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.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: The North 20 rods of the East 22 rods of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 27, Township 35 North, Range 17 West, Town of Milltown, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1406 200th Avenue, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. TAX KEY NO.: 040-00857-0000. Dated this 5th day of June, 2013. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Dustin A. McMahon Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 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. 2794185 586161 WNAXLP

NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Grantsburg School District June 7, 2013

Job Title: Job Description: Qualifications: Requirements:

How to Apply:

Contact:

Fifth-Grade Teacher 100% FTE 5th-Grade opening for the 2013/14 school year. Appropriate Wisconsin Certification: Elementary Education. Elementary experience preferred. Individual should have the skills to teach in an active, hands-on and student-centered approach. Background of teaching with guided reading, using a balanced literacy approach desired. Having the knowledge to differentiate instruction is a must. Being comfortable utilizing technology, including iPads and interactive boards, during a lesson is highly desired. Experience in working in a PLC is desired but not necessary to apply. Send letter of application, resume, credentials (three current letters of recommendation and transcripts) and a copy of license by June 28, 2013. Bill Morrin, Principal Grantsburg Middle School 500 East James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-2455

The School District of Grantsburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion or handicap. 586341 44-45L

(June 26, July 3, 10) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a Wisconsin state chartered credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs. Matthew W. Anderson 2548 250th Avenue Cushing, Wisconsin 54006, Janel J. Anderson 2548 250th Avenue Cushing, Wisconsin 54006, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation, Defendants. Case Type: 30404 Case No. 13CV143 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 May 31, 2013, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: July 18, 2013, 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 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot 9, Block 23, Original Plat, City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin. (FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 333 South Adams Street, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin). Dated: June 17, 2013. Steve Moe, Chief Deputy for: Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI JELLUM, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#16244 586813 WNAXLP

(June 26, July 3,10) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY AnchorBank, fsb f/k/a S & C Bank, Plaintiff, vs. Luck Northern Bar, Inc., Tyrone A. Shafer, Irvin R. Shafer, State of Wisconsin, Wisconsin Department of Revenue, and United States of America, Defendants.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No: 10 CV 808 Case Code: 30404 Judge: R.H. Rasmussen PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure entered January 14, 2011, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the described property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME:July 25, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. PLACE: Front Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main St., Suite 900, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to the Sheriff at sale in cash or by certified check. Balance due within 10 days of court approval. Purchaser is responsible for payment of all transfer taxes and recording fees. Sale is AS IS in all respects and subject to all liens and encumbrances. DESCRIPTION: Lot 7 and the East 7 feet 8 inches of Lot 6, Block “G,� First Addition to the Village of Milltown, EXCEPT the South 2 feet 4 inches thereof, Polk County, Wis. SUBJECT TO a Party Wall Agreement dated September 12, 1946, recorded in Vo. 165 of Deeds, pg. 446, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Polk County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 88 Main Street West, Milltown, WI 54858. The common address is for reference purposes only. /s/ Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Drafted by: ECKBERG, LAMMERS, BRIGGS, WOLFF & VIERLING, PLLP Nicholas J. Vivian (#1047165) Attorneys for Plaintiff 430 Second Street Hudson, WI 54016 586910 (715) 386-3733 WNAXLP

MEETING NOTICE

The Next Meeting Of The Meenon Town Board Will Be Held On Mon., July 8, 2013, At 7 P.M. At The Meenon Town Hall.

Agenda items will include reports from the Chairman, Supervisor, Clerk and Treasurer; ATV Ordinance - discussion on opening Jameson Road and County Road F from Jameson Road to Fairgrounds Road; discussion of blacktop bids for Bass Lake Road and Pike Bend; future agenda items, pay bills and adjournment. Respectfully Submitted, 586946 Suzanna M. Eytcheson, Meenon Town Clerk 45L 35a

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

SOCIAL WORKER

(CHILDREN LONG-TERM SUPPORT)

Full-time position available with Burnett County in NW Wisconsin. www.burnettcounty.com for further details or 715-349-2181. Application deadline: July 5, 2013. EOE 586899 45-46L 35a,b,c

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Polk County Land Information Committee will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, July 10, 2013, at 11 a.m. in the Government Center (county boardroom), Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, to consider the following & other agenda items: HARRY & JUDY JESKA: District change from Agricultural to Commercial, located at: 1402 33rd St., part of the SE1/4 of the SE1/4, Sec 21/T34N/R15W, Town of Beaver (68’x180’). Amendment to Article IV I of the Telecommunication Towers, Antennas and Related Facilities: The Monopole is the required tower structure for non-Stealth Facilities. Guy or lattice towers are prohibited. Antennas must be contained within or mounted flush with the 586945 45-46L Monopole.

NOTICE TOWN OF ST. CROIX FALLS NEWLY ENACTED ORDINANCE

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Town Board of the Town of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, enacted Ordinance No. 13-03 titled “Subdivision Ordinance for the Town of St. Croix Falls� on June 19, 2013. Changes were made to coincide with current land regulations set forth in State Statue. This ordinance shall supersede the prior Subdivision Ordinances of the Town. The subdivision in force immediately prior to the enactment of this Ordinance is intended as a continuation of such prior ordinance. The full text of Ordinance 13-03 is available at the Town Hall at 1305 200th Street, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin, 54024, as well as on the Town’s website www.townofstcroixfalls.org. For more information, please contact the clerk at 715-483-1851. Janet Krueger, Town Clerk 586918 45L WNAXLP

NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING SATURDAY CUSTODIAN

Position: Unity School District announces the opening of part-time Custodian for Saturday evenings. Hours are 1 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. every Saturday. Qualifications: Strong work ethic and problem-solving skills, ability to work well with others. 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 and two (2) letters of recommendation to: Brandon W. Robinson, District Administrator Unity School District 1908 150th Street, Hwy. 46 North Balsam Lake, WI 54810 7267

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Deadline: July 8, 2013 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. (June 19, 26, July 3) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CitiMortgage, Inc. Plaintiff vs. TY C. MARTIN, et al. Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 514 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on January 14, 2013, in the amount of $152,385.35, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: July 16, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following 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.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: The South 80 Feet of the North 150 Feet except the West 27 Feet of Lot 1, Block C, Porter’s Addition to the City of Amery, Polk County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 658 Cedar Ave., Amery, WI 54001. TAX KEY NO.: 201-00537-0000. Dated this 20th day of May, 2013. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Dustin A. McMahon Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 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. 2763055 586156 WNAXLP

(June 19, 26, July 3) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Royal Credit Union, a Wisconsin state chartered credit union, 200 Riverfront Terrace Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54703, Plaintiff, vs. Jeffery W. Hanvelt 125 East 1st Street Dresser, Wisconsin 54009, St. Croix Regional Medical Center, Inc. 235 State Street St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 54024, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation, Defendants. Case Type: 30404 Case No. 12CV706 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 March 27, 2013, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: July 11, 2013, 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 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: The W 1/2 of Lot 14 and 40 feet off the East side of Lot 15, Block 2, Village of Dresser, Polk County, Wisconsin. (FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: Plaintiff believes that the property address is 125 East 1st Street, Dresser, Wisconsin). Dated: May 28, 2013. Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI JELLUM, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 651-439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#16527 586397 WNAXLP

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(June 19, 26, July 3) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CitiMortgage, Inc. Plaintiff vs. ESTATE OF LESTER W. KURTZ, et al. Defendant(s). Case No: 13 CV 48 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on March 22, 2013, in the amount of $82,165.37, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: July 18, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following 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.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main St. Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: A parcel of land in the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4) of Section Eleven (11), Township Thirty-five (35) North, Range Nineteen (19) West, described as follows: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said 40 acre tract; thence South along the West side of said 40 acre tract for a distance of 415 feet to the point and place of beginning; thence East in a line parallel with the North line of said 40 acre tract for a distance of 330 feet; thence South in a line parallel with the West line of said 40 acre tract for a distance of 270 feet; thence West in a line parallel with the North line of said 40 acre tract for a distance of 330 feet to the West boundary line of said 40 acre tract; thence North on the West line of said 40 acre tract for a distance of 270 feet to the point and place of beginning; Town of Eureka, Polk County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2292 260th Street, Saint Croix Falls, WI 54024. TAX KEY NO.: 020-01068-0000. Dated this 4th day of June, 2013. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Dustin A. McMahon Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 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. 2793685 586157 WNAXLP

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TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR PUBLIC LIBRARIES Seeking person to troubleshoot computers, teach technology-related classes and install equipment at the 10 Polk County Municipal Libraries. This is a one-year grant-funded position. Complete job description is available at your local Polk County Library. Send cover letter, resume and 3 letters of reference to: Colleen Gifford Foxwell, Grant Administrator Friends of the Polk County Libraries P.O. Box 365 Clear Lake, WI 54005 586966 45Lp 35dp

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(June 26, July 3, 10) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY EVERBANK; Plaintiff, vs. WILLIAM T. MENNE and JANE DOE, unknown spouse of William T. Menne; and ASSOCIATED BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Defendants. Case No. 13-CV-21 Code No. 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage Dollar Amount Greater Than $5,000.00 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on March 18, 2013, in the amount of $98,185.72, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: July 23, 2013, at 10:00 o’clock a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is� and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. DESCRIPTION: A parcel of land in Government Lot Six (6), Section Three (3), Township Thirty-four (34) North of Range Seventeen (17) West in the Village of Balsam Lake, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Beginning at the Northeast corner of said Government Lot 6; thence with the East line of said Government Lot 6, South 00˚ 10’ 48� West 600 feet; thence North 88˚ 45’ 08� West 306.17 feet more or less to the West line of the parcel described in Volume 350, page 23 of Deeds in the Register of Deeds Office in and for said Polk County; thence with said recorded West line, North 00˚ 10’ 48� East 600 feet to the North line of said Government Lot; thence with the said North line, South 88˚ 45’ 08� East 306.17 feet to the point of beginning. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 145 180th Avenue, Village of Balsam Lake. TA KEY NO.: 106-00489-0100. Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, WI O’DESS AND ASSOCIATES, S.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 1414 Underwood Avenue Suite 403 Wauwatosa, WI 53213 (414) 727-1591 O’Dess and Associates, S.C., is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a Chapter 7 Discharge in Bankruptcy, this correspondence should not be construed as an attempt to collect a debt. 586556 WNAXLP

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/s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Dustin A. McMahon Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 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. 2772192 586158 WNAXLP

(June 26, July 3, 10) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC as servicer for Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Trustee for the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of August 1, 2005, Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2005-HE4 Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-HE4 Plaintiff vs. JANETTE M. BONKOSKI, et al. Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 572 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on January 21, 2013, in the amount of $119,305.36, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: July 23, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following 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.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 3, Block 1, of the First Addition to the Village of Dresser, as the same appears of record in the office of the Register of Deeds in and for Polk County, Wisconsin, except the South 100 feet thereof and except portions deeded for highway purposes; Village of Dresser in Polk County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 202 State Road 35, Dresser, WI 54009. TAX KEY NO.: 116-00134-0000. Dated this 24th day of May, 2013. Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Dustin A. McMahon Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 10 6 57 165 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. 2772 01 586559 WNAXLP

(June 26, July 3, 10) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT Polk COUNTY AnchorBank, fsb f/k/a S & C Bank, Plaintiff, vs. John M. Wright, Denise Wright, Integrity Mutual Insurance Company, Capital One Bank USA, NA, and State of Wisconsin Department of Children and Families, Defendants. ADJOURNED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Case No: 12 CV 772 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure entered March 12, 2013, in the amount of $44,530.16, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the described property at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: July 25, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. PLACE: The front lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to the Sheriff at sale in cash or by certified check. Balance due within 10 days of court approval. Purchaser is responsible for payment of all transfer taxes and recording fees. Sale is AS IS in all respects and subject to all liens and encumbrances. DESCRIPTION: Lot 1 and Outlot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 821, recorded in Volume 4 of CSM, page 67, Document No. 406254, being located in Lot 137 of the Assessor’s Plat of the City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wisconsin. ALSO that part of McKenney Street vacated in Resolution recorded on July 31, 1981, in Volume 439, page 912, as Document No. 407799. EXCEPTING THEREFROM that part contained in Award of Damages recorded December 9, 1993, in Volume 621, page 650, as Document No. 514951. Said land being in the City of St. Croix Falls, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: Highway 35, St. Croix Falls, WI, PID: 281001175-0000. The common address is for reference purposes only. Peter Johnson Polk County Sheriff Drafted by: ECKBERG, LAMMERS, BRIGGS, WOLFF & VIERLING, PLLP Nicholas J. Vivian (#1047165) Amanda E. Prutzman (#1060975) Attorneys for Plaintiff 430 Second Street Hudson, WI 54016 (715) 386-3733

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(June 19, 26, July 3) 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. ALAN P. RATHS, et al. Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 137 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on January 9, 2013, in the amount of $92,130.20, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: July 18, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following 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.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 4551 recorded in Volume 20 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 103, Document No. 684189, located in part of the South Half of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, Section 10, Township 36 North, Range 17 West, Town of Luck, Polk County, Wis. Parcel 2: Subject to and together with the 66-foot wide access and utility easement as showing on the aforesaid Certified Survey Map No. 4551. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2856 150th Street, Frederic, WI 54837. TAX KEY NO.: 036-00237-0100. Dated this 23rd day of May, 2013.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - VILLAGE OF LUCK

PUBLIC NOTICE is given to all persons in the Village of Luck that the Village Board will hold a public hearing on July 10, at 7:15 p.m. at the Luck Village Hall, 401 Main St., to solicit comments on proposed changes to Zoning Ordinance 620-24 Light Industrial District. The proposed ordinance change would permit Municipal Public Protection Services including Ambulance Storage and Offices in a Light Industrial District. The proposed change is available for public inspection at the Luck Village Hall 401 Main Street between 8 p.m.-4 a.m. for two weeks prior to this public hearing. All persons interested are invited to attend this hearing and be heard. Written comments may be submitted to: Luck Zoning Administrator, P.O. Box 315, Luck, WI 54853. 586996 45-46L WNAXLP

Eckberg Lammers is attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. If you are currently in bankruptcy or have been discharged in bankruptcy, this is not an attempt to collect the debt from you personally. 586636 WNAXLP

POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Housekeeper - Golden Age Manor $11.19/hr. Part time approx. 30 hrs./pay period Deadline To Apply: July 5, 2013 YOU MUST COMPLETE A POLK CO. EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For application, complete position requirements and details, please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us, Golden Age Manor ONLY Employment Opportunities, or in person at 100 Polk Co. Plaza, #229, Balsam Lake, or Golden Age Manor, 220 Scholl Ct., Amery, or by calling 715-485-9176. Please, no faxed applications. AA/EEOC 586991 45L

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(June 19, 26, July 3) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC Plaintiff vs. CAMI M. BOTTOLFSON, et al. Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 743 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on March 22, 2013, in the amount of $94,932.86, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: July 18, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following 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.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: The following described property: In Polk County, State of Wisconsin (the “Property�): The West 75 feet of Lots 1, 2 and 3, Block 9, Original Plat of the City of Amery. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 309 Baker Street West, Amery, WI 54001. TAX KEY NO.: 201-00436-0000. Dated this 4th day of June, 2013. /s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Stephen A. Smith Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1090098 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. 2793725 586160 WNAXLP

Frederic School District

Job Description: .5 FTE 6 - 12 Spanish Teacher Requirements: Applicants must hold or be eligible for appropriate Wisconsin teaching certification in grades 6 - 12. Qualifications: Successful candidates must possess skills, aptitudes and qualifications and licensure to teach 6 - 12 Spanish. The Frederic School District seeks a qualified Spanish teacher to teach all levels of Spanish. The primary placement will be in grades 9 - 12, but the opportunity may arise to teach in grades 6 - 12 as well. Additionally, opportunities may arise to teach in other areas, so additional teaching licenses beyond Spanish are considered an asset. Coaching and co-curricular opportunities available. Deadline: July 8, 2013 How to Apply: Submit a district application, (available at www.frederic.k12.wi.us/district information/employmentopportunities) letter of interest, resume, copy of WI licenses, copy of transcripts and 3 letters of recommendation to: Ryan Fitzgerald, Principal 1437 Clam Falls Drive Frederic, WI, 715-327-4223 fitzgeraldr@frederic.k12.wi.us The Frederic School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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7-12 Guidance Counselor Scott Johnson 715-349-7332 The School District of Siren has opened up a search for 7-12 Guidance Counselor. This position will be filled as soon as possible. Interested candidates should apply immediately. Wisconsin DPI Certification required. Experience with master scheduling desired. Send letter, resume, license and references to: Scott Johnson, District Administrator, Siren School District, 24022 4th Avenue, Siren, WI 54872 or email to: sjohnson@siren.k12.wi.us School District of Siren 24022 - 4th Ave. Siren, WI 54872 Same as the employer address. http://www.siren.k12.wi.us The Siren School District is located in northwestern Wisconsin surrounded by lakes and wooded area. The community is virtually brand new having rebuilt nearly all businesses and many residences following a tornado in 2001. The district serves approximately 500 students in grades Pre-K through 12.

NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS TEACHER

Position: One full-time position currently serving grades 10 12, beginning with 2013 - 14 school year. Coaching and/or advisory positions may also be available. 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; have strong technology skills as Unity High School is a 1:1 iPad school; and be dedicated individuals who exhibit a strong desire to improve student learning. Requirements: Applicants must have appropriate DPI licensure (300) or be eligible for such licensure. Additional licenses preferred. How to Apply: Qualified, interested persons should apply by sending a letter of application, district application (available at www.unity.k12.wi.us), resume and copy of license or evidence of license eligibility, transcripts and three (3) letters of recommendation to: Brandon W. Robinson, Superintendent Unity School District 1908 150th Street/Hwy. 46 North Balsam Lake, WI 54810 Deadline: Open Until Filled

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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.

(June 12, 19, 26) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Robert Joseph Wanser a/k/a/ Robert J. Wanser Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 13 PR 44 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth July 10, 1958, and date of death October 11, 2012, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 1921 Little Blake Ct., Luck, WI 54853. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is September 13, 2013. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wis., Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar May 30, 2013 Attorney Cal R. Tillisch Goyke, Tillisch & Higgins, LLP P.O. Box 2188 Wausau, WI 54402-2188 715-849-8100 585843 Bar Number: 1001102 WNAXLP (June 19, 26, July 3) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY CitiMortgage, Inc. Plaintiff vs. ESTATE OF SHANE M. WHALEN, et al. Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 636 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 15, 2013, in the amount of $202,674.51, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: July 18, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following 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.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 33, Plat of Prairie View Hills, being located in the Southeast 1/4 Section 4, Township 32 North, Range 19 West, Town of Farmington, Polk County, Wis. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2710 55th Avenue, Osceola, WI 54020. TAX KEY NO.: 022-01211-3300. Dated this 11th day of June, 2013. Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Dustin A. McMahon Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 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. 2772659 586159 WNAXLP

(June 12, 19, 26) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF KAREN MARIE ROOT a/k/a KAREN SMITH ROOT DOD: 4/17/13 Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 13 PR 43 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth January 21, 1956, and date of death April 17, 2013, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 408 East Main Street, P.O. Box 309, Milltown, WI 54858. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is September 9, 2013. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. 54810. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar May 28, 2013 Autumn L. Lindquist 502 Second Street, Ste. 203 Hudson, WI 54016 715-381-8270 Bar Number: 1038383 585875 WNAXLP (June 26, July 3, 10) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee, successor in interest to Bank of America, National Association, as Trustee as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank, National Association, as Trustee for Certificateholders of Bear Stearns Asset-Backed Securities I LLC, Asset-Backed Certificates Series 2006-AQ1 Plaintiff vs. JOHN G. STESNIAK, et al. Defendants

Case No. 12 CV 516 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on January 11, 2013, in the amount of $119,858.87, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the premises described below at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: July 16, 2013, 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, encumbrances, and payment of applicable transfer taxes. PLACE: In the Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis., 54810. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: The South 23 rods of the East 7 rods of the NE-NE of 22-3315, Town of Clayton, Polk County, Wisconsin. ADDRESS: 883 20th Street, Clayton, WI 54004. TAX KEY NO: 016-00498-0000. Dated this 14th day of May, 2013. Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Mark R. Cummisford State Bar # 1034906 6508 South 27th Street Suite #6 Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-761-1700 Cummisford, Acevedo & 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. 583908 WNAXLP

(June 12, 19, 26) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT JOSEPH HAGER, a/k/a ROBERT J. HAGER Deceased Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 13 PR 51 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth September 14, 1936, and date of death April 30, 2013, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 1966 Long Lake Court, Comstock, WI 54826. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is September 20, 2013. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis., Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar June 6, 2013 Mark A. Hager 9224 Cornell Road Woodbury, MN 55125 586022 651-728-3381 WNAXLP (June 26, July 3, 10) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY

WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee for Freddie Mac Securities REMIC Trust 2005S001 Plaintiff vs. TIMOTHY C. CICCARELLI, et al. Defendants Case No. 11 CV 135 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 19, 2011, in the amount of $336,774.05, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the premises described below at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: July 23, 2013, at 10 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is� and subject to all legal liens, encumbrances and payment of applicable transfer taxes. PLACE: In the Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin 54810. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Lot 22, as shown on the Plat of First Addition to Lori’s Lotus Lake Landing, filed in the Register of Deeds Office for Polk County, Wisconsin, in Envelope 30B, as Document No. 554519 and located in part of Government Lot 4, Section 21, and parts of Government Lot 2 and the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, Section 22, Township 33 North, Range 18 West, Town of Osceola, Polk County, Wisconsin. ADDRESS: 847 207th Street, Dresser, WI 54009. TAX KEY NO: 042-01315-2200. Dated this 20th day of May, 2013. Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Mark R. Cummisford State Bar #1034906 6508 South 27th Street, Ste. #6 Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-761-1700 Cummisford, Acevedo & 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. 586555 WNAXLP

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RESOLUTION 22-13

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT AND APPROPRIATION FOR ROOF REPLACEMENT AT THE GOLDEN AGE MANOR NURSING HOME FACILITY

TO THE HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE POLK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: Ladies and Gentlemen: WHEREAS, the County of Polk owns and operates the nursing home, Golden Manor Nursing Home, located in Amery, Wisconsin; and WHEREAS, the roof to the nursing home facility is in disrepair and requires replacement; and WHEREAS, in adopting Resolution 19-10, the Polk County Board of Supervisors established the Golden Manor Nursing Home Capital Improvement Reserve Account for the purpose of funding future capital improvement projects necessitated at the nursing home facility; and WHEREAS, in accordance with said resolution, the Golden Age Manor Nursing Home Capital Improvement Account is funded on an annual basis, in an amount of the previous year’s excess of revenue over expenses and limited by such year’s depreciation of capital assets, as determined by the annual audit; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Wisconsin Statute Sections 59.52(29) and 66.0901, and in accordance with Policy 912, Polk County Government Purchasing Policy, as amended May 15, 2012, the contract for roof replacement to the Golden Age Manor Nursing Home facility must be competitively bid and must be awarded to the lowest responsible, responsive vendor without regard to the vendor’s location; and WHEREAS, to facilitate timely and cost-effective completion of the roof replacement project, it is appropriate and in the interest of the County that the Polk County Parks and Building Director act on behalf of Polk County in all aspects of the roof replacement project, including, but not limited to, giving appropriate notice to and delivering documents for the request for proposals, review and award or reject bid proposals, negotiate and acquire requisite signatures on necessary contracts and oversee the performance of public improvement contracts for said roof replacement at the Golden Age Manor Nursing Home facility. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors directs the Polk County Parks and Buildings Director to notice and let, pursuant to Wisconsin Statute Sections 59.52(29) and 66.0901 and Policy 912, Polk County Government Purchasing Policy, the necessary public improvements contracts for roof replacement at the Golden Age Manor Nursing Home facility. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors authorizes the Polk County Parks and Buildings Director to administer the public improvement roof replacement project and to perform on behalf of the County of Polk any and all responsibilities of the project, including, but not limited to, awarding of, negotiating and overseeing the performance of the public improvements contracts. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, notwithstanding the above delegation of authority, consistent with Policy 912 Polk County Government Purchasing Policy, the Polk County Parks and Buildings Director shall procure the signature of the County Board Chair, County Administrator or Finance Manager, as appropriate, on the public improvements contracts entered into on behalf of the County of Polk. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to Wisconsin Statute Section 65.90(5)(a), the Polk County Board of Supervisors authorizes an amendment to the 2013 approved budget in an amount not to exceed $160,000 from the excess of 2012 revenues over 2012 expenditures for purposes of the roof replacement public improvements project authorized herein this resolution. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors authorizes such appropriation be expended for the purposes of the roof replacement public improvements project authorized herein this resolution. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors directs the County Clerk to cause to be published within 10 days of adoption of this resolution in a legal newspaper under Wisconsin Statute Chapter 985 a Class 1 notice of the budgetary amendment resulting from the appropriation and expenditure authorized herein this resolution. Funding amount and source: $160,000; 2013 Budget Amendment - Transfer from Golden Age Manor Nursing Home Excess of 2012 Revenues over 2012 Expenditures. Effective date: Upon Passage. Date Submitted to County Board: May 21, 2013. Submitted and sponsored by Polk County Property, Recreation and Forestry Committee: Larry Jepsen, Warren Nelson, Tom Engel and William Johnson. Reviewed and recommended by Dana Frey, County Administrator. Reviewed and approved as to form by: Jeffrey B. Fuge, Corporation Counsel. At its regular business meeting on June 18, 2013, the Polk County Board of Supervisors adopted the above-entitled resolution, Resolution 22-13: Resolution To Authorize Public Improvements Project And Appropriation For Roof Replacement At The Golden Age Manor Nursing Home Facility, by a unanimous voice vote. William Johnson IV, County Board Chair Dated: 06/19/2013 Attest: Carole Wondra, Polk County Clerk 586784 45L WNAXLP Dated: 06/19/2013

The Town of Milltown will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, July 8, 2013, at 7 p.m., at the Milltown Fire Hall, for the purpose of opening certain town roads to ATV traffic. The roads will be: 1) 200th Avenue from Hwy. 46 East and all streets, 140th Street to 190th Avenue and 190th Avenue East and all streets. 2) 190th Avenue from Hwy. 46 East to 145th Street to the Kemah Park roads to 180th Avenue. The Town will hold a Public Hearing on an Ordinance to ban all power loading at all town boat landings with a $500 fine to violators. The regular monthly meeting will follow the hearings. Virgil Hansen, Town Clerk 586901 45-46L 35-36a,d WNAXLP Town of Milltown (June 19, 26, July 3) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff vs. JEFFREY BUSHENDORF, et al. Defendants Case No. 13 CV 23 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 8, 2013, in the amount of $195,509.73, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the premises described below at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: July 16, 2013, 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, encumbrances, and payment of applicable transfer taxes. PLACE: In the Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis., 54810. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Parcel I: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 355 as recorded in Volume 2 of Certified Survey Maps, on Page 84, as Instrument No. 375804 in the Register of Deeds Office in and for Polk County, Wisconsin, said Certified Survey Map being located in part of Government Lots 1 and 2, Section 27, Township 32 North, Range 18 West, Polk County, Wisconsin, EXCEPT the following described parcels: A) Beginning at the Southeast corner of Lot 1 of said Certified Survey Map No. 355; thence South 89˚ 14’ 00� West, 120.91 feet along the Southerly line of said Lot 1; thence North 00˚ 00’ 36� East, 160.62 feet to the Northerly line of said Lot 1; thence North 84˚ 41’ 37� East, 121.42 feet along said Northerly line to the Easterly line of said Lot 1; thence South 00˚ 00’ 36� West, 170.23 feet along said Easterly line to the point of beginning. B) Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot 1 Certified Survey Map No. 355; thence South 89˚ 14’ 00� West, 249.54 feet along the Southerly line of said Lot 1 to the point of beginning; thence continuing South 89˚ 14’ 00� West, 288.03 feet along said Southerly line; thence North 00˚ 17’ 32� East, 128.02 feet; thence North 84˚ 57’ 21� East 99.99 feet to the intersection of a Northerly and Easterly line of said Lot 1; thence North 84˚ 41’ 37� East, 188.59 feet along said Northerly line; thence South 00˚ 00’ 36� West, 150.39 feet to the point of beginning. C) Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot 1 of said Certified Survey Map No. 355; thence South 89˚ 14’ 00� West, 647.76 feet along the Southerly line of said Lot 1 to the point of beginning; thence continuing South 89˚ 14’ 00� West, 251.31 feet along said Southerly line; thence North 13˚ 47’ 38� West, 133.35 feet; thence North 89˚ 14’ 00� East 251.31 feet; thence South 13˚ 47’ 38� East, 133.35 feet to the point of beginning. D) Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot 1 of said Certified

Survey Map No. 355; thence South 89˚ 14’ 00� West, 120.91 feet along the South line of said Lot 1 to the point of beginning; thence continuing along said South line, South 89˚ 14’ 00� West, 128.63 feet; thence North 00˚ 00’ 36� East, 150.39 feet; thence North 84˚ 41’ 37� East, 129.17 feet; thence South 00˚ 00’ 36� West, 160.62 feet to the point of beginning. All of said land being in the Town of Alden, County of Polk, and State of Wisconsin. Parcel II: Part of Government Lot 2, Section 27, Township 32 North, Range 18 West, Polk County, Wisconsin, described as follows: Beginning at the Southwest corner of Certified Survey Map No. 355 as recorded in Volume 2 of Certified Survey Maps, on Page 84, as Instrument No. 375804 in the Register of Deeds Office in and for Polk County, Wisconsin; thence with the West line of said Map North 2˚ 17’ 19� West, 83.67 feet to an iron pipe; thence South 84˚ 41’ 37� West, 610 feet more or less to the West line of said Government Lot 2; thence with said West Government Lot line Southerly to the North right of way of an existing Town Road; thence Easterly along said North right of way to the point of beginning. Said land being in the Town of Alden, County of Polk, and State of Wisconsin. Parcel III: A parcel of land located in part of Government Lot 2 and any part of Government Lot 1, Section 27, Township 32 North, Range 18 East, described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 355 as recorded in Volume 2 of Certified Survey Maps, on Page 84, as Instrument No. 375804 in the Register of Deeds Office in and for Polk County, Wis.; thence along the boundary of said Lot 1, North 00˚ 00’ 36� East, 170.23 feet; thence South 84˚ 41’ 37� West, 439.18 feet; thence North 13˚ 47’ 38� West, 393.00 feet to the point of beginning of the parcel; thence continuing along the boundary of said Lot 1, North 86˚ 18’ 03� West, 187.97 feet; thence North 02˚ 08’ 47� East, 101.75 feet; thence leaving the boundary of said Lot 1, South 85˚ 44’ 16� East, 187.97 feet; thence South 02˚ 06’ 45� West, 99.90 feet to the point of beginning. Said land being in the Town of Alden, County of Polk, and State of Wisconsin. ADDRESS: 2025 10th Avenue, Star Prairie, WI 54026. TAX KEY NO: Parcel I: 00201694-0000; Parcel II: 00201693-0000; Parcel III: 00201701-0000. Dated this 16th day of May, 2013. Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Mark R. Cummisford State Bar #1034906 6508 South 27th Street, Ste. #6 Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-761-1700 Cummisford, Acevedo & 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. 586155 WNAXLP

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HIGH SCHOOL MATH TEACHER Frederic School District

Job Description: High School Math Teacher 1.0 FTE Requirements: Applicants must hold or be eligible for appropriate Wisconsin teaching certification in grades 9-12, WI DPI License #400-Mathematics. Qualifications: Successful candidates must possess skills, aptitudes and qualifications in the following performance areas: Position includes teaching Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 and PreCalculus. Candidates should possess the following: 1. Demonstrate familiarity with Common Core Standards. 2. Effective planning and instruction that ensures high levels of critical thinking. 3. Quality assessment of learning. 4. Informational media and technology to facilitate student learning / engagement in a 21st century personalized learning environments. 5. Effective written and oral communication. 6. Multiple teaching practices to benefit various learning styles. 7. Emphasis on appropriate interventions and progress monitoring to support learning. 8. Knowledge of the tenets of a Professional Learning Community. 9. Positive, constructive, professional relationships with students, families and staff while maintaining a high level of expectation. 10. Creativity, adaptability and compliance toward assisting the district to satisfy the needs of all students. Licensure in multiple areas will be considered beneficial. Coaching and co-curricular opportunities available. Deadline: July 8, 2013, or until filled, How to Apply: Submit a district application, (available at www.frederic. k12.wi.us/district information/employmentopportunities) letter of interest, resume, copy of WI licenses, copy of transcripts and 3 letters of recommendation to: Dr. Ryan Fitzgerald, Principal 1437 Clam Falls Drive Frederic, WI (715) 327-4223 fitzgeraldr@frederic.k12.wi.us The Frederic School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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The Town of Apple River is accepting bids to pave 120th Ave. between 70th and 80th streets - 22’ wide with 3� compacted to 2-1/2�. Please submit bids for both warm mix and hot mix. For specific details, contact either Dave Waterman @ 2686471 or Rick Scoglio @ 268-8108. Sealed bids are to be submitted by July 5, 5 p.m. to the Town Clerk at 612 U.S. Highway 8, Amery, WI 54001. Bids will be opened at the regular 586374 44-45L 34-35d monthly meeting to be held July 8, 2013.

TOWN OF MILLTOWN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS

MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH TEACHER Frederic School District

Job Description: Middle School Math Teacher (1.0 FTE) Requirements: Applicants must hold or be eligible for appropriate Wisconsin teaching certification in grades 6-8, WI DPI License #72 or #73, WI DPI License #400-Mathematics. Additional certifications a plus. Qualifications: Successful candidates must possess skills, aptitudes and qualifications in the following performance areas: Position includes teaching math grades 6-8 and Algebra, additional courses dependent on license. Candidates should possess the following: 1. Demonstrate familiarity with Common Core Standards. 2. Effective planning and instruction that ensures high levels of critical thinking. 3. Quality assessment of learning. 4. Informational media and technology to facilitate student learning / engagement in a 21st century personalized learning environments. 5. Effective written and oral communication. 6. Multiple teaching practices to benefit various learning styles. 7. Emphasis on appropriate interventions and progress monitoring to support learning. 8. Knowledge of the tenets of a Professional Learning Community. 9. Positive, constructive, professional relationships with students, families and staff while maintaining a high level of expectation. 10. Creativity, adaptability and compliance toward assisting the district to satisfy the needs of all students. Licensure in multiple areas will be considered beneficial. Coaching and co-curricular opportunities available. Deadline: July 8, 2013, or until filled, How to Apply: Submit a district application, (available at www.frederic. k12.wi.us/district information/employmentopportunities) letter of interest, resume, copy of WI licenses, copy of transcripts and 3 letters of recommendation to: Dr. Ryan Fitzgerald, Principal 1437 Clam Falls Drive Frederic, WI (715) 327-4223 fitzgeraldr@frederic.k12.wi.us The Frederic School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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BID NOTICE – TOWN OF APPLE RIVER LRIP PROJECT BID REQUEST POLK COUNTY

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-81( ,17(5 &2817< /($'(5 1(:6 6(&7,21 $ 3$*( (June 26, July 3, 10) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Bank of America, N.A. as servicer for Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for the Certificate Holders of the First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-FF3, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-FF3 Plaintiff vs. LESTER G. JESKA, et al. Defendant(s) Case No: 11 CV 689 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 13, 2012, in the amount of $158,989.36, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: July 25, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following 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.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: A parcel of land in the NE 1/4 of SW 1/4 of Section 9-33-16, Township of Lincoln, bounded and described as follows: commencing at the Center of said Section 9, thence North 87 Degrees 33 Minutes 40 Seconds West on and along the East-West 1/4 Line of said Section 194.5 Feet to the Centerline of State Trunk Highway 46; thence continuing along said 1/4 Line, North 87 Degrees 33 Minutes 40 Seconds West 85.88 Feet to the Westerly right of way of said highway and the point of beginning of the lands herein described; thence South 05 Degrees 45 Minutes East and along said right of way 688.95 Feet, thence North 87 Degrees 33 Minutes 40 Seconds West and parallel to said 1/4 Line 234.84 Feet. thence North 05 Degrees 45 Minutes 0 Seconds West and parallel to said right-of-way Line 688.95 Feet to a point on the said East-West 1/4 Line; thence North 87 Degrees 33 Minutes 40 Seconds East on and along said 1/4 Line 234.84 Feet to the point of beginning except the Northerly 66.0 Feet thereof, and except the Southerly 140 Feet thereof, together with an easement 20 Feet in width, the South Line shall be the South Line of parcel described in Volume 411 Records, Page 269, Document No. 388240, extended Easterly to the Apple River, located in the NE 1/4 of SW 1/4 and NW 1/4 of SE 1/4 Section 933-16 Polk County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1039 State Highway 46, Amery, WI 54001. TA KEY NO.: 032-00191-0000. Dated this 14th day of June, 2013. /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. 2817031 586558 WNAXLP

ORDINANCE 2013-3 23.33 (8) * All-Terrain Vehicle and Utility-Terrain Vehicle Routes Ordinance STATE OF WISCONSIN Town of Oakland Burnett County SECTION I - TITLE AND PURPOSE The title of this ordinance is the Town of Oakland All-Terrain Vehicle and Utility-Terrain Vehicle Routes Ordinance. The purpose of this ordinance is to establish all-terrain vehicle and utility-terrain vehicle routes in the town and to regulate the operation of all-terrain vehicles and utility-terrain vehicles in the town. SECTION II - AUTHORITY The Town of Oakland, Burnett County, Wisconsin, has the specific authority to adopt this All-Terrain Vehicle and Utility-Terrain Vehicle Ordinance under s. 23.33 (8) (b) and (11), Wis. Stats. SECTION III - ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE This ordinance adopted on proper notice with a quorum and roll call vote by a majority of the town board present and voting, provides authority for the town to designate all-terrain vehicle and utility-terrain vehicle routes in the town and to regulate the use of those routes and all-terrain vehicles and utility-terrain vehicles in the town, designates all-terrain vehicle and utility-terrain vehicle routes in the town and provides for the regulation of the use of those routes and of all-terrain vehicles and utilityterrain vehicles in the town. SECTION IV - OPERATION OF ALL-TERRAIN AND UTILITY-TERRAIN VEHICLES Pursuant to s. 23.33 (4) (d) 4., Wis. Stats. except as otherwise provided in s. 23.33 (4), Wis. Stats., no person may operate and all-terrain vehicle and utility-terrain vehicle on the roadway portion of any highway in the town except on roadways that are designation as all-terrain vehicle and utility-terrain vehicle routes by this ordinance. Operation of all-terrain vehicles and utility-terrain vehicles on a roadway in the town that is an allterrain vehicle and utility-terrain vehicle route is authorized only for the extreme right side of the roadway except that left turns may be made from any other part of the roadway that is safe prevailing conditions. SECTION V - DESIGNATION OF ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE AND UTILITYTERRAIN VEHICLE ROUTES The following routes are designated all-terrain vehicle and utility-terrain vehicle routes in the town:

2012 Consumer Confidence Report

FREDERIC WATERWORKS, PWS ID 64903377 Water System Information

If you would like to know more about the information contained in this report, please contact Kenny Hackett at 715-327-8062. The Board meets the second Monday of each month at the Villge Hall at 7 p.m.

Health Information Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s safe drinking water hotline (800-426-4791). Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immunocompromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune systems disorders, some elderly and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people s hould seek advice about drinking water from their health-care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Envrionmental Protection Agency’s safe drinking hotline (800-426-4791).

Source(s) of Water Source ID Source Depth (ft.) Status 2 Groundwater 248 Active 3 Groundwater 217 Active 4 Groundwater 298 Active 5 Groundwater 310 Active To obtain a summary of the source water assessment, please contact Ken Hackett at 715-327-8062.

Educational Information The sources of drinking water, both tap water and bottled water, include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: 1. Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations and wildlife. 2. Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occuring or result from urban storm-water runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. 3. Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban storm-water runoff and residential uses. 4. Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are byproducts of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban storm-water runoff and septic systems. 5. Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. FDA regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water, which shall provide the same protection for public health.

Number of Contaminants Required to be Tested

This table displays the number of contaminants that were required to be tested in the last five years. The CCR may contain up to five years’ worth of water quality results. If a water system tests annually, or more frequently, the results fr om the most recent year are shown on the CCR. If testing is done less frequently, the results shown on the CCR are from the past five years. Contaminant Group Inorganic Contaminants Microbiological Contaminants Radioactive Contaminants Synthetic Organic Contaminants including Pesticides and Herbicides Volatile Organic Contaminants Contaminant (units)

INORGANIC CONTAMINANTS Level Range Sample Date Violation Typical Source of Contaminant Found (if prior to 2012) Erosion of natural deposits; Runoff from orchards; Runoff from glass and 4 1-4 08/09/2011 NO electronics production wastes.

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10

n/a

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2

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NO

100

100

2

0-2

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COPPER (ppm)

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NO

Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits; Leaching from wood preservatives.

FLUORIDE (ppm)

4

4

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07/26/2011

NO

Erosion of natural deposits; Water additive which promotes strong teeth; Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories.

AL = 15

0

3.40

0 of 10 results were above the 09/20/2011 action level

NO

Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits.

CHROMIUM (ppb)

All public roads that are signed in the Town of Oakland are included in this ordinance. SECTION VI - CONDITIONS APPLICABLE TO ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE AND UTILITY-TERRAIN VEHICLE ROUTES Pursuant to s. 23.33 (8) (d), Wis. Stats., the following restrictions are placed on the use of the town all-terrain vehicle and utility-terrain vehicle routes designated by this resolution: A. Routes shall be marked with uniform all-terrain vehicle and utility-ter rain vehicle route signs in accordance with s. NR 64.12 (7), Wisconsin Administrative Code. No person may do any of the following in regard to signs marking town all-terrain vehicle and utility-terrain vehicle routes: 1. Intentionally remove, damage, deface, move or obstruct any uniform all-terrain vehicle and utility-terrain vehicle route or trail sign or standard or intentionally interfere with the effective operation of any uniform all-terrain vehicle and utility-terrain vehicle route or trail sign or standards if the sign is legally placed by the state, any municipality or any authorized individual. 2. Possess any uniform all-terrain vehicle and utility-terrain vehicle route or trail sign or standard of the type established by the department for the warning, instruction or information to the public, unless he or she obtained the uniform all-terrain vehicle and utility-terrain vehicle route or trail sign or standard in a lawful manner. Possession of a uniform all-terrain vehicle and utilityterrain vehicle route or trail sign or standard creates a rebuttable presumption of illegal possession. B. Operation shall be subject to all provisions of s. 23.33, Wis. Stats., which is adopted as a part of this ordinance by reference, pursuant to s. 23.33 (11), Wis. Stats. C. A copy of this ordinance shall be sent by the town clerk to the Department of Natural Resources, the Burnett County Sheriff’s Department and any other law enforcement agency serving the Town of Oakland’s jurisdiction. D. List additional restrictions and applicable time periods, if any: 20MPH SPEED LIMIT. SECTION VII - ENFORCEMENT This ordinance may be enforced by any law enforcement officer authorized to enforce the laws of the state of Wisconsin (and additionally as stated in the Town’s citation authority ordinance adopted per s. 66.0113). SECTION VIII - PENALTIES The penalties under s. 23.33 (13)(a), Wis. Stats., are adopted by reference. SECTION IX - SEVERABILITY If any provision of this ordinance or its application to any person or circumstances is held invalid, the invalidity does not affect other provisions or applications 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. SECTION X - EFFECTIVE DATE This ordinance is effective on publication or posting. This town clerk shall properly publish this ordinance as required under s.60.80, Wis. Stats. Adopted this 13th day of June, 2013. Jack Witzany, Supervisor Ed Peterson Wayne Larrabee, Chair Attest: Deanna J. Krause, Clerk 586931 45L 35a WNAXLP

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LEAD (ppb)

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NICKEL (ppb)

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NITRATE (NO3-N) (ppm)

10

10

SODIUM (ppm)

n/a

n/a

1.10

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4.10-4.80

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Discharge of drilling wastes; Discharge from metal refineries; Erosion of natural deposits. Discharge from steel and pulp mills; Erosion of natural deposits.

Nickel occurs naturally in soils, groundwater and surface waters and is often used in electroplating, stainless steel and alloy products. Runoff from fertilizer use; Leaching from septic tanks, sewage; Erosion of natural deposits.

NO

NO 07/26/2011

NO

n/a

RADIOACTIVE CONTAMINANTS Contaminant (units) RADIUM (226+228)(pCi/l)

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Sample Date Violation Typical Source of Contaminant (if prior to 2011) 02/05/2009

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MONITORING AND REPORTING VIOLATIONS Monitoring and reporting violations occur when a water system fails to collect and/or report results for State required drinking water sampling. “Sample location� refers to the distribution system, or an entry point or well number from which a sample is required to be taken. Contaminant Group

Sample Location

Compliance Period Beginning

Compliance Period Ending

Microbiological Contaminants 02/01/2012 02/29/2012 Distribution System Microbiological Contaminants that were missed include: Coliform (Tcr) DEFINITION OF TERMS Term Definition AL Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow. MCL Maximum Contaminant Level: The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology. MCLG Maximum Contaminant Level Goal: The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. MFL Million fibers per liter. MRDL Maximum residual disinfectant level: The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants. MRDLG Maximum residual disinfectant level goal: The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contamintants. mrem/year Millirems per year (a measure of radiation absorbed by the body). NTU Nephelometric Turbidity Units. pCi/l Picocuries per liter (a measure of radioactivity). ppm Parts per million, or milligrams per liter (mg/l). ppb Parts per billion, or micrograms per liter (ug/l). ppt Parts per trillion, or nanograms per liter. ppq Parts per quadrillion, or picograms per liter. 586908 45L WNAXLP TCR Total Coliform Rule. TT Treatment Technique: A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.

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Reviewed and approved as to form by: Jeffrey B. Fuge, Corporation Counsel. At its regular business meeting on June 18, 2013, the Polk County Board of Supervisors adopted the above-entitled resolution, Resolution 22-13: Resolution To Authorize Public Improvements Project And Appropriation For Roof Replacement At The Golden Age Manor Nursing Home Facility, by a unanimous voice vote. William Johnson IV, County Board Chairperson. Dated: June 19, 2013 Attest: Carole Wondra, Polk County Clerk. Dated: June 19, 2013 Chairman Johnson called to the floor Resolution 22-13, Resolution To Authorize Public Improvements Project And Appropriation For Roof Replacement At The Golden Age Manor Nursing Home Facility. Motion (Engel/Jepsen) to approve said resolution. Admin. Frey addressed the resolution. Chairman called for a vote on motion to adopt Resolution 22-13, to Authorize Public Improvements Project and Appropriation for Roof Replacement at the Golden Age Manor Nursing Home Facility. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Resolution adopted.

POLK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS JUNE 18, 2013 - 6:30 p.m.

Chairman Johnson called the regular June 18, 2013, meeting of the Polk County Board of Supervisors to order at 6:30 p.m. Chairman Johnson recognized the County Clerk for purposes of receiving evidence of proper notice. The County Clerk stated that the notice of meeting was properly posted in three public buildings, published in a legal newspaper in accordance with Wisconsin Statute Section 985.02 and posted on the county website the week of June 10, 2013. In addition, the Office of County Clerk distributed on June 7, 2013, copies of such notice of meeting and proposed resolutions to supervisors in accordance with Article 3, Section 2 of the County Board Rules of Order. Chairman Johnson recognized Corporation Counsel Jeffrey Fuge for purposes of receiving legal opinion with respect to sufficiency of notice. The County Board received the verbal opinion of Corporation Counsel that the advance written notice posted and published as described by the clerk satisfied the applicable provisions of Wisconsin Open Meetings Law and the applicable procedural provisions of the Polk County Board Rules of Order. Chairman Johnson recognized the County Clerk for purposes of taking roll call. Roll call was taken with 19 members present. Supvrs. Masters and Kienholz were excused from the meeting. Supvrs. Magnafici and Scoglio were absent. Supvr. Scoglio later joined the meeting at 6:50 p.m. Chairman Johnson led the Pledge of Allegiance. Supvr. Caspersen led the County Board in a time of reflection. Chairman Johnson announced the board would not be going into closed session as indicated on the agenda. Instead, closed session will take place during the July meeting. Noting that change to the published agenda, Chairman Johnson called for a motion to approve the consent agenda as published. Motion (Luke/Hartung) to approve the consent agenda, as published. Chairman Johnson called for voice vote. Motion to approve Consent Agenda, carried by unanimous voice vote. Time was given for public comment. Chairman Johnson presented the Chairman’s Report. 2012 Annual Reports for several departments were received by the board members. Time was given for committee questions and answers by the board members. Administrator Frey presented the Administrator’s Report. Chairman Johnson called on Malia Malone, Assistant Corporation Counsel/ Child Support Director, and Chad Hoag, Financial Specialist for the Polk County Child Support Agency. As representatives of the Polk County Child Support Agency, they were honored with the Federal Fiscal Year 2012 Certificate of Outstanding Achievement Award. The awards were given by the Wisconsin Department of Children & Families to those agencies that demonstrated outstanding achievement in 3 different performance measures. Drew Nussbaum, Regional Director of the Wisconsin Department of Tourism, gave a presentation on the role of tourism and the importance of tourism to the State of Wisconsin and also to Polk County. Chairman Johnson called for a 10-minute recess. Board back in session at 7:55 p.m.

RESOLUTION 23-13

CHIPPEWA COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY COMMISSION RESOLUTION _____-13 JOINT RESOLUTION BETWEEN POLK COUNTY AND CHIPPEWA COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY TO ADMINISTER THE STATE OF WISCONSIN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT HOUSING REVOLVING LOAN FUND ON BEHALF OF POLK COUNTY TO THE HONORABLE SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY BOARD OF THE COUNTY OF POLK: Ladies and Gentlemen: WHEREAS, in 1999 and 2002, the State of Wisconsin Department of Administration, Division of Housing, awarded Polk County grants in the sum of $651,590.00 and $745,475.00, respectively, for the housing rehabilitation program known as the Community Development Block Grant-Housing Program; and WHEREAS, the above funds are repaid to Polk County which become the funding source for the existing Community Development Block Grant Housing Revolving Loan Fund (CDBG Housing RLF); and WHEREAS, Polk County had previously designated the Polk County Housing Authority as program administrator for the CDBG Housing RLF grant contract; and WHEREAS, in November 2011, the Polk County Housing Authority served Polk County notice that it would no longer serve as program administrator and, as a result, the function of program administrator transferred to the County Planner; and WHERERAS, pursuant to Resolution 29-12, the Polk County Board of Supervisors authorized the participation of Polk County in a multicounty regional initiative for the administration of Community Development Block Housing Grant Program through which Chippewa County serves as Lead County and the Chippewa County Housing Authority serves as the program administrator for such multicounty region; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution 30-12, the Polk County Board of Supervisors had designated West Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission as program administrator of the CDBG Housing RLF, another program of the State of Wisconsin Department of Administration Division of Housing; and WHEREAS, it is in the beneficial interest of Polk County to designate one entity to serve as administrator to those various programs of the State of Wisconsin Department of Administration Division of Housing in which Polk County participates; and WHEREAS, it is cost effective and in the interest of Polk County to streamline program administration by extending to Chippewa County Housing Authority an administrative agreement that designates said entity as the program administrator of the CDBG Housing RLF on behalf of Polk County. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, in conformance with Wis. Stat. § 59.53(22)(c), the Polk County Board of Supervisors and the Chippewa County Housing Authority Commission declare that there is a need for the Chippewa County Housing Authority to exercise its powers within the jurisdictional boundaries of Polk County for the sole purpose of administering the State of Wisconsin Department of Administration Division of Housing CDBG Housing RLF project loans on properties located in Polk County. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to Wis. Stat. §§ 59.53(22)(c), 66.0301(c)1., and 66.1201(9)(u), the Polk County Board of Supervisors and Chippewa County Housing Authority Commission authorizes and approves an administrative agreement between Polk County and the Chippewa County Housing Authority for the purpose of Chippewa County Housing Authority serving as program administrator of Polk County to the Community Development Block Grant Housing Revolving Loan Fund (CDBG Housing RLF). BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors authorizes and designates the Polk County Land Information Director as contract representative for Polk County to perform any and all acts, including execution of such administrative agreement, which may be required of Polk County under said administrative agreement with Chippewa County Housing Authority. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that under said authorized administrative contract, Chippewa County Housing Authority shall serve as the program administrator in the CDBG Housing RLF Program and shall be compensated 15% of administrative duties as outlined by the CDBG Housing RLF handbook as payment for such program administrative services. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Polk County Board of Supervisors repeals Polk County Board Resolution 30-12. Funding amount: N/A. Funding source: N/A. Date Finance Committee Advised: N/A. Finance Committee Recommendation: N/A. Effective date: Upon Passage. Date Submitted to County Board: June 5, 2012, 2013, for the June 18, 2012 2013, meeting. Submitted and sponsored by the Polk County Land Information Committee: Craig Moriak, Herschel Brown, Warren Nelson and James Edgell. Reviewed and recommended by Dana Frey, County Administrator. Reviewed, recommended and approved as to form by: Jeffrey B. Fuge, Corporation Counsel. At its regular business meeting on June 18, 2013, the Polk County Board of Supervisors adopted the above-entitled resolution, Resolution 23-13: Joint Resolution Between Polk County and Chippewa County Housing To Administer The State Of Wisconsin Community Development Block Grant Housing Revolving Loan Fund on behalf of Polk County, by a unanimous voice vote. William Johnson IV, County Board Chairperson. Dated: June 19, 2013 Attest: Carole Wondra, Polk County Clerk. Dated: June 19, 2013 Chairman Johnson called to the floor Resolution 23-13, Joint Resolution Between Polk County And Chippewa County Housing Authority To Administer The State Of Wisconsin Community Development Block Grant Housing Revolving Loan Fund On Behalf Of Polk County. Motion (O’Connell/Moriak) to approve said resolution. Supvr. O’Connell addressed the resolution. Chairman called for a vote on motion to adopt Resolution 23-13, Joint Resolution Between Polk County And Chippewa County Housing Authority To Administer The State Of Wisconsin Community Development Block Grant Housing Revolving Loan Fund On Behalf Of Polk County. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Resolution adopted. Supervisors reports were given. Motion (Brown/D. Johansen) to adjourn. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Chairman Johnson declared meeting adjourned 8:10 p.m.

RESOLUTION 22-13

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT AND APPROPRIATION FOR ROOF REPLACEMENT AT THE GOLDEN AGE MANOR NURSING HOME FACILITY TO THE HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE POLK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: Ladies and Gentlemen: WHEREAS, the County of Polk owns and operates the nursing home, Golden Manor Nursing Home, located in Amery, Wisconsin; and WHEREAS, the roof to the nursing home facility is in disrepair and requires replacement; and WHEREAS, in adopting Resolution 19-10, the Polk County Board of Supervisors established the Golden Manor Nursing Home Capital Improvement Reserve Account for the purpose of funding future capital improvement projects necessitated at the nursing home facility; and WHEREAS, in accordance with said resolution, the Golden Age Manor Nursing Home Capital Improvement Account is funded on an annual basis, in an amount of the previous year’s excess of revenue over expenses and limited by such year’s depreciation of capital assets, as determined by the annual audit; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Wisconsin Statute Sections 59.52(29) and 66.0901, and in accordance with Policy 912, Polk County Government Purchasing Policy, as amended May 15, 2012, the contract for roof replacement to the Golden Age Manor Nursing Home facility must be competitively bid and must be awarded to the lowest responsible, responsive vendor without regard to the vendor’s location; and WHEREAS, to facilitate timely and cost-effective completion of the roof replacement project, it is appropriate and in the interest of the County that the Polk County Parks and Building Director act on behalf of Polk County in all aspects of the roof replacement project, including, but not limited to, giving appropriate notice to and delivering documents for the request for proposals, review and award or reject bid proposals, negotiate and acquire requisite signatures on necessary contracts and oversee the performance of public improvement contracts for said roof replacement at the Golden Age Manor Nursing Home facility. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors directs the Polk County Parks and Buildings Director to notice and let, pursuant to Wisconsin Statute Sections 59.52(29) and 66.0901 and Policy 912, Polk County Government Purchasing Policy, the necessary public improvements contracts for roof replacement at the Golden Age Manor Nursing Home facility. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors authorizes the Polk County Parks and Buildings Director to administer the public improvement roof replacement project and to perform on behalf of the County of Polk any and all responsibilities of the project, including, but not limited to, awarding of, negotiating and overseeing the performance of the public improvements contracts. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, notwithstanding the above-delegation of authority, consistent with Policy 912, Polk County Government Purchasing Policy, the Polk County Parks and Buildings Director shall procure the signature of the County Board Chair, County Administrator or Finance Manager, as appropriate, on the public improvements contracts entered into on behalf of the County of Polk. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to Wisconsin Statute Section 65.90(5)(a), the Polk County Board of Supervisors authorizes an amendment to the 2013 approved budget in an amount not to exceed $160,000 from the excess of 2012 revenues over 2012 expenditures for purposes of the roof replacement public improvements project authorized herein this resolution. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors authorizes such appropriation be expended for the purposes of the roof replacement public improvements project authorized herein this resolution. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors directs the County Clerk to cause to be published within 10 days of adoption of this resolution in a legal newspaper under Wisconsin Statute Chapter 985 a Class 1 notice of the budgetary amendment resulting from the appropriation and expenditure authorized herein this resolution. Funding amount and source: $160,000; 2013 Budget Amendment - Transfer from Golden Age Manor Nursing Home Excess of 2012 Revenues over 2012 Expenditures. Effective date: Upon Passage Submitted and sponsored by Polk County Property, Recreation and Forestry Committee: Larry Jepsen, Warren Nelson, Tom Engel and William Johnson. Reviewed and recommended by Dana Frey, County Administrator.

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A Falun family reunion by Priscilla Bauer Leader staff writer FALUN – Greetings and hugs were all around as old friends and neighbors gathered at the First Baptist Church of Falun for the fourth Falun community reunion. Stanley Miller welcomed folks who could only be described as the Falun family, given the obvious closeness they shared sitting together at the Saturday, June 22, gathering. “We come to celebrate a small, unincorporated town that has a great past and storied heroes,� said Miller. “Each of us has a personal story, woven into the tapestry that is Falun.� Miller recalled Falun’s good old days when a lawnmowing job earned 50 cents an hour, which would buy

2 gallons of gas or 10 Snicker bars at Bill Larson’s DX station. “A small town by the standards of census, but a big town by the standard in productivity, values, and integrity,� noted Miller. Miller told of when some 144 years ago Swedish immigrants arrived in Falun. “They said it looked like home

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West Denmark Family Camp begins June 30 WEST DENMARK - This year will be the 36th year for West Denmark Family Camp. It begins Sunday, June 30, and continues through Wednesday, July 3. In the tradition of Danish folk schools, you will have the chance to listen to and interact with engaging speakers, folk dance, sing, participate in skits, make crafts, share talents, eat good food, meet new friends and visit old friends over coffee and relax in the beautiful, peaceful setting of the West Denmark Lutheran Church. For West Denmark Lutheran Church, “family� describes the community you create. The participation of all generations, from infants to elders of varying backgrounds and with diverse insights, enriches the experience. All are welcome to join them as they work together, play together and learn from each other. On Sunday evening, June 30, you will be treated to the music of Swedish troubadour Joel Karlsson, a guitarist and singer from northern Sweden. He has a passion for traditional Swedish songs and is inspired by the seasons of life and the heart’s voice. – submitted

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It is of the highest importance, therefore, not to have useless facts elbowing out the useful ones.� Chris Wondra The brain attic. It’s a great image – but completely wrong. This is not at all how the brain operates. In fact, working memory functions quite the opposite. The more you know, the more you can know. A better metaphor for how the brain actually works might be a web in which every piece of information creates a new link, connection or pathway, to every other connection. The more links you have, the easier it is to access stored data and attach new information – from which you can then more easily attach more information – and so on, and so on. Assuming we agree that the more we know the better, and that continual learning is a good thing, there’s only

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Which is too bad, really, because the number one predictor of occupational success is a robust vocabulary. And after fourth grade, most vocabulary gains are developed through reading. Reading just 30 minutes a day for a year exposes you to two million words. Conservatively speaking, 100,000 (5 percent) of those would be new. Just think of all those new links in your “brain-webâ€?! 1RW WR PHQWLRQ KRZ PXFK PRUH GLIĂ€cult it will be for someone to manipulate you - personally, professionally, commercially or politically. Helen Keller said, “Language sets thoughts astir and keeps us in the intellectual company of man.â€? Reading enriches our minds and expands our possibilities. With all due respect to Sherlock Holmes, if our brains are like little attics, they do indeed have, “ ... elastic walls and can distend to any extent.â€? Depend on it. Founder of WeTeachWeLearn.org, Chris Wondra is just another Wisconsin public schoolteacher. Find We Teach We Learn on Facebook and Twitter, or email Chris at mrwondra@weteachwelearn.org.

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Horse pasture walk to take place at Happy Hollow Stables TURTLE LAKE — The NW Wisconsin Graziers Network and the UW-Extension invite you to a unique multienterprise horse pasture walk at the Erin and Steve Osero farm on Saturday morning, July 13, from 10 a.m.-noon. Happy Hollow Stables and farm are located at 1614 CTH D, north of Hwy. 8, about 10 miles west of Turtle Lake. The pasture walk will feature rotational grazing of horses, roundbale feeding with hay nets, pastured poultry, grass-fed beef, an organic garden for family use, boarding stable and a riding instruction facility with trails. The farm contains 50 acres of gen-

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with two Angus steers being rotationally grazed separate from the horse pastures. Erin also provides riding instruction for a wide range of equestrians and basic WUDLQLQJ IRU \RXQJ KRUVHV RU ÀQH WXQLQJ for older horses. To get to the farm, travel seven miles west of Turtle Lake on Hwy. 8 to Range. Take CTH D north three miles. Watch for the signs. For more information, contact Erin at 715-268-6330, Jennifer Blazek, the Polk County UW-Extension ag agent, at 715-485-8600, or Lynn Johnson 715-2688778 at NW Graziers. — from UW-Extension

Finding family: A Norwegian searching for long-lost American relatives LUCK - At 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 30, at the Luck Museum/Library, Sigmund Holt, a retired policeman from Oslo, Norway, will present his search for his American cousins, sponsored by the Luck Historical Society and the Polk County Genealogical Society. Sigmund’s grandmother, Hildur, was raised in the Halden area of Norway by his supposed great-grandmother Caroline as her own child. But there were family secrets and rumors. Was Hildur actually the child of Caroline’s sister, Maria, who KDG EHHQ VHQW RII WR $PHULFD LQ WKH V" Holt began to sleuth out the old records and artifacts and pictures. He interviewed family members who were willing to talk, and convinced others to reveal what they suspected or knew. Eventually, he laid bare a dramatic love story between Caroline’s husband and Maria, and the story of his grandmother’s birth. Following Maria’s travel to the Town of Laketown, Holt located two of her grandchildren,

Walt Wedin of Minneapolis, and Carolyn Wedin, returned to her roots in Burnett County, outside of Frederic. Now Sigmund comes to America to visit these cousins and their children and grandchildren and tell the story of his fruitful search. In October 2012, cousins Carolyn Wedin and Sigmund Holt toured the rural sites, mostly in Norway, some in Sweden, of Hildur’s long life. With a geological hammer, Holt broke off two bits of the rock she loved to sit on. Wedin brought one piece back with her to Wisconsin; Holt will arrive in late June with the other.

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SPOONER — Evie Moore, county executive director of the Washburn/BurQHWW &RXQW\ )DUP 6HUYLFH $JHQF\ RIĂ€FH announced that participants enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program may request to hay certain acreage enrolled in CRP. The earliest date that any CRP acreage can be hayed is Friday, Aug. 2. Managed grazing of acreage is also allowed under certain rules. “Many farmers have suffered losses of feed due to the weather,â€? said Moore. “This is an opportunity for producers to harvest CRP acreage.â€? The hay harvested from CRP may be used by the participant or sold or given to any other individual. In order for the acreage to be hayed, CRP SDUWLFLSDQWV PXVW YLVLW WKH )6$ RIĂ€FH WR sign a request to hay the acreage and to amend their CRP conservation plans.

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ST. CROIX FALLS – St. Croix Festival Theatre is thrilled to welcome to their summer artistic company Megan Clark and Casey Schneider. Clark, a native of Bartlett, Ill., will enter her junior year at Western Illinois University in their Bachelor of Fine Arts program for musical theater. In the last year, Clark performed in “Guernica,� “I Hate Hamlet� and “A Visitor from Forest Hills.� Eager to work on her craft, Clark has traveled to New <RUN &LW\ DQG Minneapolis for auditions where she was able to apply techniques from one of her favorite courses at Western Illinois, musical theater auditions. Some of Clark’s favorite roles include Hope in “Anything Goes,� 0HJDQ &ODUN

val’s Summer Creativity Camp this summer. She will also choreograph the youth conservatory production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,â€? Wendy in “Peter Pan the Musical,â€? Elizaopening on July 20. beth in “Frankenstein,â€? and Deirdre in Come and let Clark “I Hate Hamlet.â€? “Peter Pan,â€? in addientertain you as tion to being one of the favorite shows Patsy in “Crazy for in which she performed, was one of the <RX Âľ &DVH\ 6FKQHLGHU Ă€UVW SOD\V &ODUN DWWHQGHG DV D FKLOG ´,¡P Schneider, a native not sure if it was the fairy dust, the songs, of Belle Plaine, Minn., started performRU WKH IDFW WKDW LW ZDV WKH Ă€UVW WLPH P\ ing at the tender age of 7. She performed mother could get me to sit still and be as a rose in “Beauty and the Beast,â€? with quiet for more than an hour,â€? says Clark, Prairie Fire Theatre and can remember but after that show she knew she would her line, “OK, love ya, bye-bye.â€? Schneiperform someday. der is also entering her junior year as a Clark is also passionate about animals, musical theater student. She attends movies and travel. She hopes to have six the University of Wisconsin- La Crosse dogs of her own and travel to Ireland in where she performed in “Footlooseâ€? and the future. “Big Love.â€? She is active with the dance Clark will be a teaching artist in Festi- company, Kinesis, and has worked as

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Siren Garden Tour coming July 7 SIREN – Once again the Syren Area Garden Club is holding its annual garden tour. There are many very talented gardeners that live in our area and wthe club is proud to showcase their talent and creativity. If you would like some gardening tips that work well in our sandy soil, or just want to enjoy the beauty that these gardeners have created, please join them on Sunday, July 7. Eight gardens will be open for viewing from noon to 5 p.m. A $5 donation (children 16 and under are free) will allow admission to all the garGHQV <RX PD\ VWDUW DW DQ\ JDUGHQ DQG will receive a stamp on your hand, which will allow entrance to all other gardens. All proceeds from the tour are used to maintain and enhance the Siren Commu-

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NOTICE OF THE BOARD OF REVIEW TOWN OF BONE LAKE

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Review for the Town of Bone Lake will meet on Monday, July 15, 2013, at the Bone Lake Lutheran Church, from noon to 2 p.m. An Open Book session with the Assessor will meet preceding the Board of Review from 10 a.m. to noon. Please be advised of the following requirements to appear before the Board of Review and procedural requirements if appearing before the Board: No person shall be allowed to appear before the Board of Review, to testify to the Board by telephone or to contest the amount of any assessment of real or personal property if the person has refused a reasonable written request by certified mail of the Assessor to view such property. After the first meeting of the Board of Review and before the Board’s final adjournment, no person who is scheduled to appear before the Board of Review may contact, or provide information to a member of the Board about the person’s objection except at a session of the Board. No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone or contest the amount of assessment unless, at least 48 hours before the first meeting of the Board or at least 48 hours before the objection is heard if the objection is allowed because the person has been granted a waiver of the 48-hour notice of an intent to file a written objection by appearing before the Board during the first two hours of the meeting and showing good cause for failure to meet the 48hour notice requirement and files a written objection, that the person provides to the Clerk of the Board of Review notice as to whether the person will ask for removal of any Board member and, if so, which member will be removed and the person’s reasonable estimate of the length of time that the hearing will take. When appearing before the Board, the person shall specify, in writing, the person’s estimate of the value of the land and of the improvements that are subject of the person’s objection and specify the information that the person used to arrive at that estimate. No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone or object to a valuation; if that valuation was made by the Assessor or the Objector using the income method of valuation; unless the person supplies the Assessor all the information about income and expenses, as specified in the assessor’s manual under Sec. 73.03(2a) of Wis. Statutes, that the Assessor requests. The municipality or county shall provide by ordinance for the confidentiality of information about income and expenses that is provided to the assessor under this paragraph which provides exceptions for persons using information in the discharge of duties imposed by law or the duties of their office by the order of a court. The information that is provided under this paragraph, unless a court determined that it is inaccurate, is not subject to the right of inspection and copying under Sec. 19.35(1) of Wis. Statutes. The Board shall hear upon oath, by telephone, all ill or disabled persons who present to the Board a letter from a physician, surgeon or osteopath that confirms their illness or disability. No other persons may testify by telephone. Darrell Frandsen,Clerk 954 280th Avenue Frederic, WI 54837 586878 45L WNAXLP 715-472-8212

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CHURCH NEWS New Christian school opening for area students ST. CROIX FALLS - Parents who have experienced a Christian education often struggle with providing the same opportunity for their children. In the St. Croix Valley area, the nearest Lutheran elementary school is in distant Stillwater – a sigQLÀFDQW GULYH ZKHQ PDNLQJ GRXEOH URXQG trips every day. In 2010, Osceola’s Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church started to change all that, beginning with a meeting of a few interested parents and members. Grace was no beginner in Christian education. It has successfully provided the Grace for Kids Preschool to this area for the past 10 years. The idea of a Christian Lutheran school for interested parents and children in western Polk County grew, in addition to Grace, to include members of Redeemer and St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran churches in St. Croix Falls and Centuria, Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in East Farmington and Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Osceola. Whereas, traditionally, in the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod, of which all of the above churches are members, a /XWKHUDQ HOHPHQWDU\ VFKRRO LV LGHQWLÀHG with a particular congregation, the members of these churches chose to form an association of individuals. In the spring of 2013, generous donations and a large organizing group formed the chartering and incorporation of Holy Cross Lutheran School, recognized by both the state of

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Wayne Landreth Breeden Wayne was born in Clearwater, Fla., on Oct. 27, 1936, to Landreth and Edna Breeden. He attended grade school and high school in Clearwater and graduated from Clearwater High in 1954. Shortly after graduation he joined the U.S. Marine Corps serving three years, two of which were spent in the Philippines. In 1957, he and Marlys Anderson were married in Clearwater and lived there for two years at which time Wayne worked for the General Telephone Co. In 1959, he and Marlys moved to St. Croix Falls, where he worked for 1RUWKHUQ 6WDWHV 3RZHU &R 7KDW MRE ODVWHG EULHĂ \ DQG KH went to work for the Chisago City Telephone Co. In the early 1960s, he and Marlys purchased the Falls CafĂŠ in Taylors Falls, Minn., which they operated for 22 years. During that time, Wayne was active in the Taylors Falls Commercial Club and was instrumental in the charter of the Taylors Falls Lions Club serving as president for several terms. He remained active in the Lions Club until his death. In 1971 another restaurant was purchased; The Northwoods in Barnum, Minn. Wayne and family moved to Barnum and lived there for two years before returning to live in Taylors Falls, at which time a complete remodeling of the Falls CafĂŠ was done and the restaurant was renamed The Chisago House. In the late 1970s, Wayne and Marlys, with partners, remodeled the historic livery building on Main Street making it into a mall which was then named The Livery Mall. After selling The Chisago House in the 1980s, Wayne went into partnership with Mike Hoover, forming Interstate Builders. They built many houses in the area. Wayne retired in early 2000 and then kept busy doing odd jobs until the last few years, when his health was not the best. Wayne was preceded in death by parents, Landreth and Edna Breeden; sisters, Edith Johnson and Roberta Rakow; brother, Raymond Breeden; father- and mother in-law, Harold and Lois Anderson; and brother in-law, Gordon Anderson. Wayne is survived by wife, Marlys; GDXJKWHUV .DUHQ %UHHGHQ DQG .DUOD +RHĂ HU 'DYH VRQ 0DUN %UHHGHQ DQG JUDQGFKLOGUHQ -RKQ +RHĂ HU 0LFKDHO +RHĂ HU -RH +RHĂ HU -RH %UHHGHQ $QGUHZ %UHHGHQ /XNH Breeden, Mark Turi and Carrie Turi. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, June 28, at Lakes Free Church, 29620 Olinda Trail, in Lindstrom, Minn. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday, June 27, at the Grandstrand Funeral Home in Lindstrom and one hour prior to service at church. Private family interment. Condolences may be left online at grandstrandfh.com.

Douglas Brian Johnson Douglas Brian Johnson, 55, resident of St. Croix Falls, passed away June 19, 2013, after a long and courageous battle against cancer at his home with his loving wife by his side. He was born Sept. 5, 1957, at the Warren hospital in Warren, Minn., to Norman and Barbara Johnson. Douglas received his general education degree on April 12, 1977, from the Commonwealth of Virginia. He continXHG KLV HGXFDWLRQ UHFHLYLQJ KLV %DFKHORU RI $UWV LQ ÀQH arts from the University of New Mexico on July 29, 1983. Douglas used his skills to produce cartoon animations, photographic advertising and animation advertising. He had numerous hobbies and was self-employed as Falun :RRGZRUNLQJ DQG &DELQHWU\ +H ZDV D FHUWLÀHG RSHQ water SCUBA diver and was a crew member assisting hot air balloon enthusiasts. His love of photography, birds, painting and cooking brought joy to him and all those around him. He was deeply loved by all whose lives he touched and will be greatly missed. He is survived by his loving wife, Becky Johnson; stepson, Sgt. Jowanie Rodriguez; grandchildren, Angelena and Xaviar Rodriguez; his father and mother, Norman and Barbara Johnson; brother, Gregory (Joy) Johnson; sister, Susanne (Keith) Larson; and nephews, Erik and Ian. He was preceded in death by his sister, Conny Johnson (Wayne’s wife), and granddaughter, Sophie Jade Rodriguez. Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com or wicremationcenter.com. Please refer to these websites for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-472-2444 or 715-825-5550. Rowe Funeral Home of Luck and the Northwest Wisconsin Cremation Center in Milltown have been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

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Curtis A. Bille, of Luck, passed away on his 84th birthday, Thursday, June 20, 2013, at the United Pioneer Home in Luck with his loving family at his side. He was born to John and Pearl (Jensen) Bille at Bashaw Valley on June 20, 1929. He was bapWL]HG DW KRPH DQG FRQĂ€UPHG DW 6W John’s Lutheran Church in Centuria. He was a member of Luck Lutheran Church from 1970 – 1987, when he then became a member of Milltown Lutheran Church. Curtis graduated from Centuria High School in 1947. On Sept. 22, 1951, he was married to an angel, Josephine Dorry. To this union, four children were born. Curtis served 21 years in the United States Air Force, attaining the rank of master sergeant. After retiring from the service in 1970, he then became the manager of the Polk County Bank of 0LOOWRZQ 8SRQ UHWLULQJ LQ KH Ă€VKHG PRVW RI WKH walleyes out of Sowden Lake,Ontario, Canada. He also enjoyed downhill skiing and hunting at his former cabin north of Danbury. He and Jo spent the winters in Arizona from 1992 – 2006. He spent much of his time as the treasurer of the Milltown Community Club. He also ran the chicken stand for many years at the Milltown Fishermen’s Party. Curtis was preceded in death by his parents; his stepmother, Martha; and daughter-in-law, Joan Bille. He leaves to celebrate his memory his wife, Jo Bille, Luck; sons, Dean (Lisa) Bille, Land O’ Lakes, Fla., and John Bille, Grants Pass, Ore.; daughters, Carol (Jim) Giller, Luck, and Darla (Al) Kerzman, Eden Valley, Minn.; seven grandchildren; three great-granddaughters; one greatgrandson on the way; brothers, Walter (Jan) Bille, and Gary (Barb) Bille; sister, Judy Genz; nieces, nephews and other loving family and friends. A memorial service for Curtis will be held on Thursday, June 27, at 11 a.m. at the Milltown Lutheran Church. 3DVWRU 0DJJLH ,VDDFVRQ ZLOO RIĂ€FLDWH &XUWLV¡ IDPLO\ ZLOO be greeting visitors at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Curtis will be laid to rest at the Milltown Cemetery following the service. Military honors will be rendered by the Milltown VFW. Honorary pallbearers will be Joe Shea, Bob Petersen, Don Beaulieu, Gaylen Jensen, Travis Bille, Chad Bille and Don Holmberg. The family wishes to invite their guests to join them for lunch and fellowship in the church basement following the cemetery service. The Kolstad Family Funeral Home of Centuria has been entrusted with arrangements.

Evelyn Cecelia Snodgrass, 90, resident of Northglenn, Colo., died Friday, June 14, 2013 at her home in Colorado. Evelyn was born in Lanesboro, Minn., to John and Olena Brekke on March 24, 1923. She was a ÀUVW JHQHUDWLRQ $PHULFDQ ERUQ 1RUZHgian. She was the youngest of six children. Her father, John, was from Flüm, Norway. Her mother, Olena, was from Fresvik, Norway. She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Snodgrass; father, John Brekke; mother, Olena Brekke; brothers, Merle and Sydney Brekke; and sisters, Ruth Johnson, Helen Berklund and Beverly Warme. She was married in Cumberland to Melvin Snodgrass on Nov. 2, 1946. They were married for 49 years. They lived in Minnesota, Wisconsin, New Mexico and Colorado. Melvin was a Lutheran minister, and consequently, moving the family was a frequent occurrence. Evelyn was a registered nurse, eventually obtaining her advanced registered nurse practioner degree, and was dedicated to helping other people. She loved all things 1RUZHJLDQ HVSHFLDOO\ OXWHÀVN DQG OHIVH SDUWLFLSDWLQJ IUHTXHQWO\ LQ 7KH 6RQV RI 1RUZD\ OXWHÀVN GLQQHUV 6KH DOVR ORYHG WR WUDYHO ÀVK PRVW DQ\ NLQG ZRXOG GR EXW especially salmon), play bridge, golf, square dance, grow à RZHUV HVSHFLDOO\ RUFKLGV DQG EDNH 6KH PDGH RXWVWDQGing cinnamon rolls, Christmas cakes and cookies. 6KH LV VXUYLYHG E\ KHU ÀYH FKLOGUHQ /DQD %ROWRQ -XG\ Jacobson (husband Daniel), Michael Snodgrass, Dr. Timothy Snodgrass (wife, Angela), and Mary Snodgrass; six grandchildren, Joshua Bolton, Jeanne Lyday, Andrew Jacobson (wife, Brynn), Jessica Snodgrass, Jennifer Snodgrass, and Alyssa Snodgrass; as well as two great-grandchildren, Zachary and Newton Lyday. She also has many nieces, nephews, and cousins in the U.S. and Norway. Evelyn was a wonderful mother, aunt, grandmother and great-grandmother who loved the Lord. She will be greatly missed. Funeral services were held at Luck Lutheran Church in Luck, on Saturday, June 22, with Pastor Ralph Thompson RIÀFLDWLQJ 7KH RUJDQLVW ZDV 0DUJLH 1HOVRQ ZLWK (YHlyn’s nephew, Curtis Brekke, being the vocalist. Evelyn was laid to rest next to her husband, Melvin, at McKinley Cemetery following the service. Pallbearers assisting were Michael Snodgrass, Dr. Timothy Snodgrass, Joshua Bolton, Jerry Warme, David Berklund and Donovan Brekke. Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com. Please sign the guest book and write down any memories you may have had with Evelyn. Refer to this website for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-472-2444. Rowe Funeral Home of Luck has been entrusted with Eugene Allan Voss of Deer Creek, Okla., formerly of funeral arrangements. Siren, died June 16, 2013, at the age of 83 years. Eugene was born April 14, 1930, to Charlotte and Allan Smith in Eau Claire. Joyce A. Meyers, age 80, of Grantsburg, died June 22, Eugene retired from McNally’s 2013. A graveside committal will be held on Friday, June where he worked as a machinist for 28, at 1 p.m. at the Lorain Cemetery in the Town of LoPDQ\ \HDUV +H HQMR\HG ÀVKLQJ GHHU rain, Polk County. A full obituary will follow. Arrangehunting and boating. He and his wife, ments were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Marie, especially enjoyed traveling, Home, Webster. Online condolences can be made at having visited every state and national park. swedberg-taylor.com. Eugene was preceded in death by his wife, Marie. He is survived by his children, Connie Graf Karl, Rick (Kathy) Voss, Ron (Wanda) Voss and Greg (Gwen) Voss; his grandchildren, Laura, Larry, Kim, Amanda, Timothy, Ronnie, Eydie and Sheila; and many great-grandchildren. Donald J. Cosmano, age 79, a resident of Danbury, died A memorial service was held Saturday, June 22, at June 16, 2013. Donald was born Oct. 6, 1933, in Chicago to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Siren with Pastor Gil James and Delilah Cosmano. :KLWH RIÀFLDWLQJ ,QWHUPHQW IROORZHG DW 9LROD /DNH &HPDonald received his bachelor’s degree in education at etery. Online condolences can be made to swedberg-tay- the Chicago Teachers College and his master’s degree in lor.com. Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home of Siren education at the University of Indiana. He taught in the was entrusted with arrangements. Chicago Public School system for 30 years. Donald served his country in the United States Army. He was a member of the Chicago Teachers Union and the Knights of Columbus in Webster. His hobbies included Curtis Swanson died June 21, 2013. His funeral will be ÀVKLQJ JDUGHQLQJ DQG ELUG ZDWFKLQJ held on Thursday, June 27, at Trinity Lutheran Church, He was preceded in death by his parents, James in 1988, 115 4th St., North Stillwater, Minn. Visitation will be at Delilah in 1937; his stepmother, Jean Cosmano, in 2001; 10 a.m., with the funeral at 11 a.m. Burial will be Friday, and brother, James in 1987. Donald is survived by his sibJune 28, at Cushing Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. lings, Vincent (Sue) Cosmano, William (Lesley) Cosmano, Jean Marie (Frank) Longo and Richard (Lynne) Cosmano; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A funeral Mass will be held Saturday, June 29, at St. Fabian Catholic Church in Bridgeview, Ill., at 11:15 a.m. ArOur sincere thank-you for your prayers and concerns; rangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Family your cards and visits to LeRoy during his stay at the Funeral Home, Webster, and the Stransky Funeral Home, Continuing Care Center at Burnett Medical Center. Chicago. 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(his family). Thank you to everyone who came to the visitation and to the Celebration of Life service and for the many beautiful flowers and plants, cards and memorial gifts. Thank you to the grandchildren for your tribute to Grandpa during the service; to Pastor Dorothy Sandahl for your message; to Bill Java for singing so beautifully; to the Laketown Lutheran Church ladies for the delicious noon lunch and to Rowe Funeral Home in Luck for your services.

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Pat Fish Pat Fish, age 81, a resident of Webster, formerly of Warroad, Minn., died June 19, 2013. Pat was born April 22, 1932, in Minneapolis, to Olaf and Gladys Palmquist. As a child, Pat and her family lived in the Fergus Falls, Minn., area before moving to Warroad to live with her grandmother. After she graduated, she moved to Minneapolis where she married Tom Goalen and they later divorced in 1956. Pat went on to marry Wayne in 1957 and returned to Warroad. They later moved back to the 0LQQHDSROLV DUHD EHIRUH ÀQDOO\ PDNing Webster their home in 1977. They then retired to Cape Coral, Fla., until illness brought them back to Webster to be closer to family. Pat enjoyed crafts, sewing, painting, playing cards, %LQJR DQG DOVR OLNHG WR JR ÀVKLQJ 6KH ZDV D PHPEHU RI the Moose Lodge, the VFW and Legion Auxiliary. She was preceded in death by her parents and stepparents. She is survived by her husband, Wayne; children, Debra Zimmerman, Thomas Goalen, Timothy Goalen, Dan Fish, Dave Fish and Bill Fish; 12 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; her brothers, Don Palmquist (Helen) and Gord (Dianna) Palmquist; along with other relatives and friends. A memorial service was held Tuesday, June 25, at the Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home with Father Mike Tupa as celebrant. Music was provided by Pat Taylor and Kim Simon. Arrangements were entrusted to SwedbergTaylor Family Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences can be made at swedberg-taylor.com.

Shirley A. Kraemer Shirley A. Kraemer, age 79, of Webster, died June 23, 2013. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, June 27, at 1 p.m. at the Plum City Union Cemetery in Plum City. A full obituary will follow. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences can be made at swedbergtaylor.com.

Richard D. Thompson Richard T. Thompson, 54, Shell Lake, passed away June 19, 2013. Richard was born Dec. 30, 1958, in Duluth, Minn., and grew up in Lynchburg, Va. He was a graduate of E.C. Glass High School in Lynchburg and received a Bachelor of Arts degree, with a double major in economics and philosophy, from Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Va. He also earned his JD degree from Washington and Lee’s law school. Richard was an accomplished saxophonist and clarinetist and played in local jazz bands throughout college and law school. He practiced law in Lynchburg, Va., for several years before moving to Siren, in the early 1990s and, in 2009, to Shell Lake. Richard was an intelligent, thoughtful and principled man with a great sense of humor and a deep love of nature. He was predeceased by his parents, Robert Thompson Sr., and Dorothy Thompson. He is survived by brother Robert Thompson Jr. (Carolyn); nieces Sarah “Chloe� Thompson, Kathryn Thompson and Jill Thompson; as well as by several cousins. A private funeral service for family will be arranged by Holcomb-Henry-Boom-Purcell Funeral Home, St. Paul, Minn., 651-646-2844. Interment will be at Roselawn Cemetery. Memorial gifts can be made to Crex Meadows Wildlife Education and Visitors Center, 102 E. Crex Ave., Grantsburg, WI 54840, or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Howard H. Haaf Howard H. Haaf, age 75, a resident of Webster, died June 16, 2013, at St. Mary’s Medical Center. Howard was born April 23, 1938, in the Town of Oakland, to Harold and Gertrude Haaf. On Jan. 26, 1957, Howard married Edna in Solon Springs. Howard worked for Hopkins Sand & Gravel and Pope Construction as a heavy-equipment operator for a number of years. He enjoyed being outdoors, bear and deer hunting, as well DV VRPH LFH ÀVKLQJ +H ZDV DOVR NQRZQ WR SOD\ D JDPH RU two of pool with whoever was willing to shoot. He was preceded in death by his wife, Edna; his parents; brothers, Russell and Jerry. Howard is survived by his children, Joan (Wes) Boos, Debbie Wedoe, Kim (Keith) Boyd, and Joy (Bob) Davis; his eight grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; sisters, Audrey, Carol, Penny and Robin; brothers, Ronnie, David and Gary; along with other relatives and friends. A memorial service was held Thursday, June 20, at 6 p.m. at Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home with PasWRU 6WHYH :DUG RIÀFLDWLQJ $UUDQJHPHQWV ZHUH HQWUXVWHG to Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences can be made at swedberg-taylor.com

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Impending move could be upsetting to kids Q: Due to a job transfer, we’re moving to a different region of the country. How can we help our kids adjust to a cross-country move? Jim: First, realize that this can be a tough transition for kids. According to Parents Magazine, “Toddlers will mourn the loss of their room and the house they’ve always lived in. School-age children will mourn the loss of their friends and their school. Teenagers, along with mourning all of the above, are likely to feel anger at their parents for a major life change that is beyond their control.â€? With all of this mourning going on, you should allow your kids time to grieve. So be patient with them. Life will eventually feel normal for them again, but it won’t happen overnight. In her book “After the Boxes Are Unpacked,â€? author Susan Miller suggests several ways of helping your kids make the transition as smoothly as possible. • Don’t play down the importance of the changes they’re going through. Telling them that “everything will work outâ€? isn’t necessarily the best approach. • Encourage them to express their fears and concerns. If they’re too young

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to verbalize their thoughts, help them. If you have teenagers, ask them to express their feelings. • Let them do the talking and make up your mind to be a good listener. • Whatever you do, don’t deny your children’s feelings. That will only increase their sense of isolation and frustration. • Don’t feel that you need to shoulder all the blame or justify the move to your kids. It’s not up to you to solve all their problems. • Remember that it’s normal for some children to experience a temporary regression in behavior after a move. If you have school-aged kids, you may even see a drop in their grades. If that’s the case, don’t panic. Give them the time and space they need in order to adjust to the new situation. ••• Q: My daughter is really starting to get into the “emoâ€? style of clothing. We have told her we won’t allow her to

looks, sounds or acts differently. Voices clamor for our attention until sometimes we don’t know how to respond, how to vote. If we’re bored, disillusioned or anxious about our present situation, it becomes easy to listen to other voices – voices that try to make us believe our lives will improve, become easier or bring more fun and satisfaction. God’s voice, however, is trustworthy. Jesus said, “I am the good shepherd; and I know my sheep and am known by P\ RZQ ÂŤ DQG , OD\ GRZQ P\ OLIH IRU the sheep. Other sheep I have which are not of this fold; them also I must bring, and they will hear my voice ... â€? (John 10:14-16) In these verses, Jesus refers to you and me. After the Jewish leaders rejected

him, he told them he accepted the Gentiles into his sheepfold. As our shepherd, Jesus guides us through his voice. He gives us safety, tends to our need and loves us as his own. As his sheep, we obediently follow his perfect path, listening to his voice – his perfect voice of love – so we can dwell with him. Many voices call to us, tempt us to stray from his path. Only when we listen to him through his word and Spirit ZLOO ZH ÀQG LQQHU SHDFH MR\ DQG UHVW Lord, instill in us a compelling desire to hear your voice clearly – even when other voices clamor to overpower us. In Jesus’ name, amen. Mrs. Bair may be reached at sallybair@ gmail.com.

dress in an emo fashion, but we really don’t understand what it means to be emo. Can you tell us a little about what this means and if it is destructive? Bob Waliszsewski, director of Plugged ,Q 7KLV LV D GLIĂ€FXOW TXHVWLRQ WR DQVZHU because the term “emoâ€? means different things to different people. According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, LW LV ´D VW\OH RI URFN PXVLF LQĂ XHQFHG E\ punk rock and featuring introspective and emotionally fraught lyrics.â€? At our media review website, pluggedin.com, our staff has reviewed some albums that would be considered emo in style and have decent lyrics and melodies, while RWKHU DOEXPV LQ WKH JHQUH DUH Ă€OOHG ZLWK dark, unhealthy themes. So there is no RQH VL]H Ă€WV DOO DQVZHU KHUH The same goes for emo fashion. Some HPR NLGV DGRSW WKH ORRN WR Ă€W LQWR D FXUrent trend, while others do so to indicate that they belong to a group that has a particular mindset and attitude to convey. In either case, it’s necessary to consider what being emo means in your community. That’s something we can’t answer for you, but it’s a worthwhile question for you and your daughter to consider. In her mind, what does she hope to communicate to those around her by embracLQJ WKLV VW\OH"

Sit down with her and simply ask her what being “emoâ€? means to her. Does she merely want to dress like the other NLGV LQ KHU SHHU JURXS" 2U LV VKH KRSLQJ to convey some sort of inner angst or reEHOOLRQ" +HU DQVZHUV WR WKRVH TXHVWLRQV will be instructive as you consider how to proceed. ••• Jim Daly is president of Focus on the Family, host of the “Focus on the Familyâ€? radio program, and a husband and father of two. Dr. Juli Slattery is a licensed psychologist, co-host of “Focus on the Family,â€? 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. This feature may not be reproduced or distributed electronically, in print or otherwise, without written permission of Focus on the Family.

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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�

VAN METER’S MEATS

Government Inspected Slaughtering and Processing, Sausage making • Ham & Bacon Cured & Smoked Sides and Quarters of Beef and Pork Available Old-fashioned Fresh Meat Counter Tim Van Meter and Ross Anderson, Owners Luck, WI 54853 Plant 715-472-2141

SIREN 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

ST. CROIX FALLS WILD RIVER FLAGS

By Willits • Flags • Windsocks • Banners • Penants • Flagpoles • Accessories Pat 715-557-1609 • Jerry 715-553-3355 Jerry & Pat Willits 420 Pine Ct. St. Croix Falls, WI 54024

WEBSTER CASHCO BUILDING SUPPLIES 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 Hwy. 35 North, Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-4157 M.P.R.S. #03059

SWEDBERG-TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-7131

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SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST - FREDERIC 605 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 Senior Pastor Gary Russell 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. BETHANY LUTHERAN - BRANSTAD Pastor Jay Ticknor, 715-463-5746 3 miles So. of Grantsburg on Hwy. 87 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m. BETHANY LUTHERAN - SIREN Hwy. 35, 1/2 blk. N. Main St. Pastor Paul Peterson, Cell # 715-566-3758 Pastoral Serv. 715-349-5280 Sun. Worship - 8:30 a.m,; Sun. School 9:45 a.m. BETHESDA LUTHERAN - DRESSER (LCMC) www.bethesdalutheran.ws Pastor Peter Rimmereid, 715-755-2562 1947 110th Ave., Dresser Sun. Contemporary Service 8:30 a.m.; Traditional Service 10 a.m.; Last Sunday of the month outdoor service 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. christlutheranpipelake.com CLAM FALLS LUTHERAN (AALC) Pastor Gary Rokenbrodt, 218-371-1335 715-327-4461 Worship 9 a.m.; Sunday School 10:15 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

NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Emory Johnson, 715-463-5700 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� Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN, (LCMS) WEBSTER Pastor Jody Walter Church Phone 715-327-8608 Sun. Wor. - 8:45 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 10:15 a.m. Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays facebook/OurRedeemerWebster PEACE LUTHERAN - DRESSER (ELCA) 2355 Clark Road, Dresser, WI, 715-755-2515 plcdresser.org Pastor Wayne Deloach, Intern Andrea Fluegel Sun. Wor. 9:00 a.m. PILGRIM LUTHERAN - FREDERIC (ELCA) Pastor Paul Peterson 507 Wisconsin Ave. N., 715-327-8012 Sun. Worship - 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion 1st & 2nd Sundays pilgrimlutheranfrederic.org REDEEMER EV. LUTHERAN (Wisconsin Synod) Pastor Gene DeVries 200 N. Adams St., St. Croix Falls Sun. Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 8:30 a.m. ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN (Wis. Synod) 350 Michigan Ave., Centuria Sunday Worship - 10:45 a.m.; Sunday School - 10 a.m. ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN - LCMC 1614 CTH B, North Luck, Pastor Rob Lubben Sunday Worship - 9 a.m. Contact Leslie Valentine, 715-646-2390; Email: leslie56@centurytel.net SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN (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 - 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.

FAITH LUTHERAN - GRANTSBURG Mark Hendrickson, Interim Pastor, 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 Trad. Wor. - 8:30 a.m.; Cont. Wor. - 11 a.m.

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN - ELCA Rev. Rexford D. Brandt 447 180th St., Osceola, 715-294-2936 June 2, 2013 - Sept. 15, 2013 Sunday Worship 9 a.m. Communion twice month.

FIRST LUTHERAN - CUSHING Pastor Elaine Silpala, cushingparish.org 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. Worship & Holy Communion - 9 a.m.; GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN - ELCA 877 190th Ave., CTH G, 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. 9:30 a.m.; Holy Communion - 1st & 3rd 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 (June-Aug.) Sun. Worship 9 a.m. w/communion (Sept.-May) Sun. Worship 10 a.m. w/communion; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m. LAKETOWN LUTHERAN - CUSHING Pastor Elaine Silpala, cushingparish.org 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; lucklutheran.org (June-Aug.) Sun. Wor. 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m. Mon. Wor. 6:30 p.m. MILLTOWN LUTHERAN Pastors Mel Rau & Maggie Isaacson 113 W. Main St.. W., 715-825-2453 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship

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 at 8 & 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 Schl. 9:30 a.m.; Wor. 10:30 a.m. Communion - 1st Sunday ZION LUTHERAN - EAST FARMINGTON (WELS ) Pastor Martin Weigand - 715-294-3489 Sunday Wor. 8 & 10 a.m.; Thursday Wor. 7 p.m. Communion - 1st & Last Sunday ZION LUTHERAN - MARKVILLE Pastor Tim Faust Worship - 11 a.m.; Sunday School - 10 a.m. Holy Communion - 1st & 3rd Sunday ZION LUTHERAN - TRADE LAKE Pastor Theresa Riewestahl 715-327-8384, 715-416-3086 Fellowship - 10:30 a.m., Sunday School 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) Sunday School - Child.- 9 a.m.; Sunday School - Adults - 8:45 a.m.; Communion 1st Sunday METHODIST

METHODIST

ATLAS UNITED METHODIST Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Sunday School - 11 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST GRANTSBURG Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Worship - 9 a.m.; Sunday School - 10:30 a.m. DANBURY UNITED METHODIST 7520 Water St., 715-866-8646 Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Sunday Worship - 9 a.m. GRACE UNITED - WEBSTER 26503 Muskey Ave., 715-866-8646 Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor, Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m., Sun. Worship - 10:30 a.m. HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST htslumc@gmail.com 1606 165th Ave., CTH I, Centuria Pastor Freddie Kirk, 715-485-3363 Sunday Worship - 8:30 a.m. LAKEVIEW UNITED - HERTEL Pastor Jack Starr Wor. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - during worship hour LEWIS MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST 3482 115th St., 715-866-8646 Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Worship 8:45 a.m. McKINLEY UNITED METHODIST Pastor Annie Tricker Sun. Worship 11 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m. Potluck dinner 1st Sunday OSCEOLA UNITED METHODIST osceolawiumc.org; oumc@centurytel.net 306 River Street, Osceola, 715-755-2275 Pastor Kathy Huneywell Sunday Early Risers Class - 8:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship - 10 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st Sunday ST. CROIX FALLS UNITED METHODIST Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship Serv. - 10 a.m.; Sunday School is at 9 a.m., Nursery available ST. LUKE UNITED - FREDERIC 100 Linden Street, Frederic Pastor “Freddie� Kirk, 715-327-4436 Sun. Wor. 10:30 a.m.; Wed. Serv. 5:15 p.m. SIREN UNITED METHODIST 24025 1st Ave. So., 715-866-8646 Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.; Wor. - 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 Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship 10:30 p.m.; Elevator provided, welcome SIREN COVENANT Pastor Ken Sohriakoff 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 Balsam Lake Rev. John A. Drummy; Pastor - 715-405-2253 Mass: Sat. eves. 6 p.m.; Sun. 8:30 a.m.; Tues. 5:30 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.Sacrament of Reconciliation 7:30 a.m. Sun. or by appt. SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS & MARY Pastor Father Michael J. Tupa CTHs A & H - 715-866-7321 Crescent Lake Voyager Village area. Mass Sun. 8 a.m., Thurs. 9:30 a.m. Reconciliation as per bulletin and by appt. ST. DOMINIC - FREDERIC Fr. Louis Reddy, 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 Fr. Louis Reddy, 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 Pastor Father Frank Wampach, 651-465-7345 25293 Redwing Ave., Shafer, MN Sunday 9 a.m. ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST 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) ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC 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. OSCEOLA COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Larry Mederich, 715-294-4332 occconnect.org Mtg. @ St. Croix Art Barn; Sun. Serv. - 9 a.m. Nursery and children’s church SIREN ASSEMBLY OF GOD Pastor Andrew Bollant Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Morn. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Supervised Nursery; Wed. Evening - Worship Serv. 6:30 p.m.

EVANGELICAL

EVANGELICAL APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY (EFCA) Pastor Bruce Tanner, 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 Sunday School - 9 a.m.; Morning Worship - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services HOPE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH 933 248th St., Osceola Pastor Dave Williams Morn. Wor. 10 a.m.; Sun. Schl. Sept.-May 8:45 a.m. Children’s Church & Nursery provided TRADE RIVER EVANGELICAL 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 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; fbcamery.org; Email: 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 Sun. School (all ages) 9:30 a.m.; Church Serv. 10:45 a.m.; Nursery provided FIRST BAPTIST - MILLTOWN Pastor Marlon Mielke, 715-825-3186 Assoc. Pastor Dan Mielke Sunday Schl. 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m., 7 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST - TAYLORS FALLS, MN Located across from elemen. school on West St., Pastor, Dr. Kevin Schumann; 651-465-7171 Sun. Morn. - Sun. School for all ages - 9 a.m. Morn. Worship - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided. FIRST BAPTIST - WEBSTER Church Phone 715-866-4111 Pastor Tim Quinn Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Worship - 10:45 a.m (Nursery provided) GRACE CHURCH OF OSCEOLA “The Cure for the Common Church� 722 Seminole Ave., Osceola Pastor Dr. Kent Haralson; 715-294-4222 or 715-755-3454; info@gracechurchosceola.com Sun.: Praise & Worship Serv. 9 am., Adult Bible Study 10:45 a.m., Children’s Sun. School 10:45 a.m. GRACE BAPTIST - GRANTSBURG 716 S. Robert St., Grantsburg, 715-463-5699 Sr. Pastor Brad Moore George Selbher, Assoc. Pastor Sun. Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m.

LIVING HOPE CHURCH 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. TRADE LAKE BAPTIST Pastor David Prince 715-327-8402 Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Wor. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided.; 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

WOODLAND WESLEYAN Dairyland - Rev. Andrea Wittwer 715-244-3649 Sunday School - 10 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.

FULL GOSPEL

FULL GOSPEL

WOOD RIVER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Pastor Dan Slaikeu 4 mi. SE of Grantsburg on Williams Rd. Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. HOPE FELLOWSHIP OF SOMERSET 231 Bluff Drive, 715-247-2435 Services are Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

CHRISTIAN CENTER

CHRISTIAN CENTER

EL SALEM/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER 1751 100th Ave., Dresser 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; 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 201 Hwy. 35, Dresser (formerly The Boulevard) Pastor Tony Minell, 715-417-1982; Office 715-417-0945 Sunday Wor. 9:30 a.m.; Nursery available. NEW WINE CHURCH - CENTURIA 309 5th Street, , 715-338-2751 Pastor Scott Petznick Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m. NORTHERN PINES QUAKER MEETING 715-866-5016 or 715-733-0480 for time of meeting OSCEOLA MEDICAL CENTER SPIRITUAL CARE 2600 65th Ave., Osceola, 715-294-5645 Chaplain Alan Hagstrom alan.hagstrom@myomc.org MyOmc.org/specialtyserv 1chapel.php Monthly 10-min. chapel service Thurs., June 20, 11 a.m., noon & 1 p.m. 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, 715-553-1800, Pastor Rick VanGundy Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

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11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Location: Old Webster High School Along Hwy. 35

Prepurchased tickets are eligible for drawing of $100 - $50 - $25.

1/4 Chicken $6

1/2 Chicken $8

24226 1st Ave. No. Siren, WI Local Movie Line 715-349-8888 timberstheatres.com

SHOW TIMES FOR FRI., JUNE 28 THRU THURS., JULY 4

THE HEAT

Rated R, 117 Minutes Fri.-Thurs.: 1:00, 3:30, 6:00 & 8:30 p.m.

WHITE HOUSE DOWN Rated PG-13, 131 Minutes Fri.-Thurs.: 1:00, 4:30 & 8:00 p.m.

MONSTERS UNIVERSITY

UNITED PIONEER HOME

60TH-ANNIVERSARY PARTY

Rated G, 110 Minutes Fri.-Tues., July 2: 1:00, 3:30, 6:00 & 8:30 p.m.

MAN OF STEEL

Rated PG-13, 143 Minutes Fri.-Tues., July 2: 1:00, 4:30 & 8:00 p.m.

THE LONE RANGER

Sun., June 30, 2013

Rated PG-13, 149 Minutes Wed.-Thurs.: 1:00, 4:30 & 8:00 p.m.

DESPICABLE ME 2

11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Rated PG, 99 Minutes Wed.-Thurs.: 1:00, 3:30, 6:00 & 8:30 p.m.

Brats, burgers and cake

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Short program at 1 p.m.

Dr. Daniel C. Satterlund Hours: Tues., Thurs., Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Phone (715) 472-2121 Eye health exams, glaucoma checks, foreign body removal, full line of street wear, safety and sport wear, contact lenses

341 Keller Ave. N. • Amery, Wis.

Phone 715-268-2020 Daily: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home Webster, Wisconsin

“Distinctive Funeral Service�

Hwy. 35 & “FF,� Webster Flowers Phoned Anywhere

Robert L. Nelson New York Life Insurance Company Box 313 Luck, Wis. 54853 Phone

715-472-2502

NEW YORK LIFE

Call 715-866-7261

Let’s Thrive.Ž

Cris A. Moore, FICF, FIC Wealth Advisor

Joel L. Morgan, FIC Financial Associate 201 Main St. S. Luck, WI 54853

715-472-8107 office 800-500-2936 toll-free 22854A N1-07 200700115

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Happenings in the Upper StĆ Croix Valley communities

Coming events JUNE

Siren • Northland Beekeepers Assoc. meeting at the government center, 7 p.m., 715-327-5525. • BAAG meeting at the center, 5 p.m., 715-349-2807.

THURSĆ Ć‚ SATĆ & SUNĆ / ŔřƂ Ŕś & Ĺ•Ĺ’

TUESDAY/Ĺ”

St. Croix Falls

Amery

• “Crazy for Youâ€? at Festival Theatre. Thurs. 2 & 7:30 p.m.; Sat. 7:30 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m., festivaltheatre.org, 715-483-3387.

• Cardiac support group at the medical center, 1 p.m., 715-268-0291.

Clam Falls

THURSDAY/Ŕř

• Coffee hour at Clam Falls Lutheran Church, 9 a.m.

Amery

Frederic

• Lyme disease education and support at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 7 p.m., 715-268-2856, 715-268-2035.

• Historical society meeting at the Depot, 6:30 p.m., 715-327-4271, 715-327-4892.

Centuria

Grantsburg

• Adult grief support group meeting at Holy Trinity Church, 6:30 p.m., 715-485-3363.

• Nature’s Little Explorers, 2- to 6-year-olds, at Crex, 10-11:15 a.m., 715-463-2739, crexmeadows.org.

Luck

Luck

• Author Bruce White speaks on Native American history at the library, 7 p.m.

• Music in Triangle Park: Rex Cactus, 6:30 p.m., luckwisconsin.com.

Siren

WEDĆ /SUNĆ /Ĺ•Ĺ‘Ĺ™

• Burnett County Citizen Patrol meeting at the government center, jury room, 7 p.m. • Ruby’s Pantry at 24534 Hwy. 35/70. Sign-up 1:30 p.m., distribution 2 p.m. • Music in the Park at the band shell: Cattail String Band, 6:30-8:30 p.m., visitsiren.com.

Webster • Parkinson’s support group meeting at the library, 2 p.m., 715-689-2350.

FRIDAY/ŔŚ St. Croix Falls • Music on the Overlook: “Romeo & Julietâ€? live theater, 6:30 p.m., 612-385-4598. musicontheoverlook.com. • Sew Good Improv at Festival Theatre, 9-10 p.m., 715483-3387, festivaltheatre.org.

SATĆ & SUNĆ /Ŕś & Ĺ•Ĺ’ Rice Lake • Hungry Hollow tractor show, food, arts & crafts. Gates open 7 a.m. at show grounds, 715-234-8423.

SATURDAY/Ŕś A&H • Hilltop Gospel Singers concert at Lakeside Community Lutheran Church, 5:30 p.m.

Amery • Ruby’s Pantry at Congregational Church. Register 8:30 a.m. Distribution 9 a.m., $15 donation, 715-268-7390. • 6ZHGLVK 0LGVRPPDU IRON GDQFLQJ ÀGGOHV à RZHUV at D.D. Kennedy Park Preserve, 2-5 p.m.

Balsam Lake • B.L.I.S.S. waterski show, 7 p.m.

Clam Falls • Pancake breakfast, bake/plant & craft sale at the Lutheran church, 8-11 a.m.

Siren • Festivals & fun: Dance Wed., food, music, parade Thurs. 2:30 p.m. )UHHGRP . ÀUHZRUNV YLVLWVLUHQ FRP

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Laketown

Danbury • Talk on frogs by Randy Korb at the Forts, 9 a.m., 715866-8890, theforts.org.

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McKinley • 100-year celebration at McKinley United Methodist Church. Dinner 11:30 a.m.-12:45, program 1 p.m., 715472-8356.

• Northern Lights Bluegrass at Laketown Lutheran’s 10:30 a.m. service.

Luck • Anniversary party at United Pioneer Home, 11:30 a.m.2:30 p.m.

Webster • Lions chicken barbecue at the old Webster High School, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. • Saddle Club’s WSCA Game Show at the fairgrounds, 10 a.m., 715-259-7673.

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St. Croix Falls • Family Play Day at Interstate Park, 1-3 p.m., 715-4833747.

Webster • Brat and barbecued pork feed, pie and slightly used treasures at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 10 a.m.3 p.m. • Classic/street rod car show at White-Tail Wilderness. Register 11 a.m., show noon-4 p.m., 715-866-8276.

SUNDAY/ŕŒ Cushing • Old Settlers potluck picnic at the old school, noon. • Mystery Mountain Boys music at Skonewood, 6:30 p.m.

center, 10 a.m., 715-268-6605.

Frederic • Blood pressure screening at Bremer Bank, 9 a.m.

Luck • Jim Gerholt’s Remarkable Reptiles, at the library, 3:30-4:30 p.m., 715-472-2770.

THURSĆ Ĺ‘SUNĆ /Ĺ–Ĺ‘Ĺ™ Balsam Lake • )UHHGRP )HVW )RRG PXVLF VDOHV Ă€UHZRUNV Friday, boat parade Saturday 3 p.m., parade Sunday 2 p.m., balsamlakecc.com.

Webster

MONDAY/Ĺ“

• Dairyland Outdoor Veterans Retreat rummage sale across from Fox Run Golf Course, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Centuria

THURSDAY/Ĺ–

• NAMI Connections recovery support group meeting at Fristad Lutheran Church, 7 p.m., namiconnectionspolkcounty@gmail.com.

Clear Lake • Compassionate Friends, Tri-County Chapter, grief support in death of a child, at First Lutheran, 7 p.m., 715-263-2739.

Falun • Bread distribution at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2-6 p.m.

Luck

Falun • Pie & ice-cream social at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1-3 p.m.

Siren • Music in the Park at the band shell: Siren Community Band, 8 p.m., visitsiren.com. • Pie & ice cream at the Methodist church, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Webster • 4th of July parade, 1:30 p.m., websterwisconsin.com.

• Indianhead Gem & Mineral Society meeting at the senior center, 7:30 p.m.

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