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Mauston man charged with burglary and criminal damage On December 26, 2013 the Juneau County District Attorney's office filed charges of burglary of a building/dwelling and felony criminal damage to property against 29 year old Andrew Arcuri of Mauston. On the same day Judge Paul Curran placed Arcuri on a $5,000 signature bond with the conditions that he not Andrew Arcuri have contact with the victim nor his residence in the Township of Germantown. According to the criminal complaint, on December 18th at approximately 4:59 p.m., Juneau County Sheriff's Deputy Cameron McChesney was dispatched to a residence in Germantown. Upon arrival he met with a female relative of Arcuri who stated that he had been at the rental property and caused extensive damage and that the power had been shut off. Upon entering the residence the deputy noted a strong odor similar to cleaning agents, and that the power was out. There was extensive damage to cabinets, drywall, doors, a ceiling fan and closets. A neighbor informed the deputy that they saw Arcuri earlier in the afternoon. The deputy made contact with the property owner who stated that Arcuri had called him from the residence at 3:24 p.m. that day. The owner stated that he told Arcuri that he was not allowed on the property due to non payment of rent. He went on to state that Arcuri sounded intoxicated and was wanting to know who stole Christmas presents from the property and who was the plumber who fixed the house. When the power was turned back on, the deputy entered the property once again and found a red stain on the floor in a bedroom which appeared to be blood. The blood was believed to have been left by the party responsible for committing the crime. Evidence was taken and turned over to the Wisconsin Crime Lab in Madison. During an interview with Arcuri, while he was in custody for a probation violation, the deputy noted multiple abrasions on his hands. Arcuri remains in custody of the Juneau County Sheriff's Department and is scheduled for a January 8, 2014 initial appearance before Juneau County Judge John Roemer.
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31 Dogs perish in Kildare fire BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD According to Juneau County Humane Officer Kevin Luedtke it was unclear just how many of the estimated 30 plus dogs who perished in a Kildare Township midDecember fire were full grown or still puppies. The reason for the confusion is the animals who perished were kept in plastic carriers in the very room where the fire started. Those plastic carriers melted, entombing their lifeless bodies. "It would be quite a bit of work to extract them," The aftermath of a fire in a trailer on Townline Road in Kildare Township that said Luedtke. He stated killed 31 dogs. that is was believed a space heater had started The 61 year old woman became aware of what she meeting when Schneider the fire but that has not living on the property, believed to be a puppy mill requested that the clerk been confirmed. Sharon M. Richards, was earlier in the year when a issue an ordinance violaThe property on in the hospital being treat- friend told her of the mul- tion letter to Richards statTownline Road was home ed for smoke inhalation. titude of dogs being kept at ing violations cited to to more animals, however, Prior to Luedtke retrieving the Townline property. include removal of a nonthe exact number is the animals, Richards was "I want to know why no approved trailer, unliunclear. Luedtke said from released and told him that one followed up on my censed vehicles, and mulwhat he had been told, at friends of hers were taking complaints to the Sheriff's tiple dogs barking. The least 20 more dogs were the animals to another Department. This could board also decided that kept in outside kennels and location in Adams County. have been avoided, those their treasurer would check possibly in another trailer It was the week of animals did not have to to see if the dogs were on the property. In addition Christmas when The die," she said. licensed. to the dogs there were also Messenger became aware Richards responded to Zablotski was not the horses on the property. of the December tragedy only one issuing com- the letter by attending the Luedtke went on to say on Townline Road after a plaints. According to Town December board meeting that he only became aware private citizen contacted us of Kildare supervisor Ken where, according to meetof the number of animals wanting to know why her Schneider, he had received ing minutes, she stated that kept on the Townline Road complaints prior to the fire calls from residents in the her dogs were licensed property after the fire over the summer to the area concerned about the under a multiple dog when he received a call Juneau County Sheriff's barking, as well as some license at her previous from the Juneau County Department were not fol- other issues on the proper- location. Sheriff's Department to lowed up on. See FIRE, page 15 ty. Those complaints were assist in retrieving the live Janiece Zablotski of addressed by the town's dogs that were still there. New Lisbon said she board at their November
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January 2, 2014
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INJURY ACCIDENT Sheriff John B. Spears reports a single vehicle injury accident that
occurred the night of December 19th 2013. The accident occurred on South Glass Rd. in the Town of Kickapoo at approximately 11:51pm. Theresa L. Hughes, age 55, of rural Readstown, was negotiating a curve and lost control of her vehicle. The vehicle crossed the centerline and continued down an embankment before striking a tree and coming to rest and the bottom of the ditch. Hughes was not wearing her seatbelt and both airbags were deployed in the vehicle. When the Fire Department and Law Enforcement arrived on scene Hughes was bleeding from the face as a result of striking the windshield. She was also complaining of leg pain. Hughes was transported by ambulance to Vernon Memorial Hospital with unknown injuries. Alcohol appears to be a factor in the crash. Assisting at the scene were the Viroqua Police Department, Readstown Fire Department, Readstown EMS, and the Tri-State Ambulance Service. The accident remains under investigation by the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office.
Reported Vernon County accidents Sheriff John B. Spears reported a single vehicle accident on December 16, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. Christal A. Cartwright, age 56 of Lafarge, WI was traveling east on State Highway 82 near the intersection of County Highway P in the Town of Hillsboro. Cartwright lost control of her vehicle causing it to slide out of control on the snow covered roads. Cartwright’s vehicle went over an embankment and hit a tree. Cartwright was wearing her seatbelt at the time of the crash. Cartwright was trans-
ported to St. Joseph’s Gunderson Health System Hospital in Hillsboro. Assisting the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office was Hillsboro Fire Department and Hillsboro Ambulance. Sheriff John B. Spears reported a vehicle verses dairy cow accident on December 16, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. Eric A Devine, age 41 of Lavalle, WI was traveling west on County Highway V in the Town Greenwood when a cow ran into the path of his vehicle. Devine applied the vehicle’s brakes but was unable to stop prior
to hitting the cow head on. Devine was wearing his seatbelt at the time of the crash. Devine was transported to St. Joseph’s Gunderson Health System Hospital in Hillsboro. Assisting the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office was Hillsboro Fire Department and Hillsboro Ambulance. Sheriff John B. Spears reported a single vehicle accident on December 16, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. David J. Faber, age 17 of Richland Center, WI was traveling south on Scratch Avenue in the Town of Whitestown.
Faber lost control of his vehicle causing it to slide out of control on the snow covered roads. Fabers vehicle went over an embankment and hit some trees. Faber was wearing his seatbelt at the time of the crash. Faber was transported to St. Joseph’s Gunderson Health System Hospital in Hillsboro. Assisting the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office was Hillsboro Fire Department and Hillsboro Ambulance. All incidents remain under investigation by the Vernon County Sheriff.
A Winter Wolf Ecology Workshop focusing on “Moving Beyond Recovery” will take place Feb. 15 and 16 at Trees For Tomorrow in Eagle River. The workshop is sponsored by the Timber Wolf Information Network (TWIN), a nonprofit organization whose goal is to provide education on conservation and management of the timber wolf in the wild. TWIN’s hands-on wolf experts will discuss and demonstrate wolf physiology, ecology, behavior, and predation, as well as past and present management of this iconic animal, and the human attitudes that have shaped its modern-day existence. A field trip into wolf territory will allow participants to experience wolf tracking and provide an opportunity to view the winter landscape as a wolf sees it. Workshop participants will receive approximately 15 hours of instruction, including classroom lectures, videos, discussion and the field trip. The workshop begins at 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, and concludes at noon on Sunday, Feb. 16. Lodging and meals are available at Trees For Tomorrow, a natural resources specialty school. Cost to attend the training ranges from $105 to $135 per person, depending on whether the participant commutes or stays overnight on campus. All fees include the program and four meals. Registration deadline is Feb. 10, but class size is limited so early registration is encouraged. To register, call 715-479-6456, ext. 221 or 226. Information about Trees For Tomorrow and the Wolf Ecology Workshop is available at www.TreesForTomorrow.com.
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Jeff and Molly Scully, of rural Lyndon Station, recently hosted a holiday brunch to raise money for the Carl W. Nelson Animal Shelter (CWNAS). The brunch raised over $6,000.00 for the CWNAS building fund. Rosemary Aney, secretary for CWNAS, said that the brunch earned enough money to pay for the 2-part epoxy floors that have been installed in the dog kennels. “Two-part epoxy floors are the industry standard in kennel flooring because it seals the cement floor so that bacteria cannot penetrate the polyurethane top coat, and it also makes for easy cleanup”, Aney said. CWNAS is a 501c3 non-profit organization located in Mauston. For more information on the shelter and the building project, visit www.carlnelson.org. Pictured above, Left to right: Carter, Jeff, Molly, Madalyn, and Mya Scully with family dogs, Buddy and Bailey.
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Obituaries DANIEL “DAN” KEOWN
Daniel "Dan" Keown, 63, of Hartford, Kentucky died Thursday, December 24, 2013 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. He was born July 10, 1950 in Bethany, Illinois to the late Earnest Russell and Louise Huff Keown. He attended school in Kendall, WI and graduated from Royall High School in Elroy, WI in 1969. He worked as a cross country truck driver and water plant operator in Illinois and Kentucky. He also was preceded in death by a sister Dora Keown Messmore of Sibley, IL; two infant sisters, Shirley Mae and Mary Evelyn; and a nephew, John Keown of Iowa. He is survived by a daughter, Krista (Scott) Moll of Lafayette, IN; three brothers, Douglas (Pat) Keown of Bethany, Kenneth (Jean) Keown of Marshalltown, Iowa and Ronald (Cathy) Keown of Walters, OK; one sister, Doris (Bruce) Krater of Reno, Nevada; twenty-one nieces and nephews; and many cousins, other relatives and friends. Graveside services were at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 28, 2013, at Newton Springs Cemetery, Fordsville, KY. Geary Funeral Home, Fordsville is handling the arrangements.
DIANE E. LEHN
Diane E. Lehn, age 64 years, of New Lisbon and formerly of Hillsboro, passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2013 at her home in New Lisbon, Wisconsin. She was born on July 24, 1949 to Alvin and Flora (Fish) Montgomery in Hillsboro. She lived with a special aunt, Rose and Chuck Lounsbury in Hillsboro for many years. Diane was united in marriage to Gregory Lehn on August 14, 1993 in Hillsboro. They made their home in Hillsboro for several years and more recently lived in New Lisbon. She enjoyed doing embroidery work and being at home. Survivors include her husband, Greg and a sister, Linda (Dan) Resac of Hillsboro. She was preceded in death by her Parents; special aunt, Rose Lounsbury; an infant sister and two brothers, Ronald “Rat” Montgomery and an infant brother. A Memorial Graveside Service will take place in the Spring of 2014 at the Mount Vernon Cemetery in Hillsboro. The Picha Funeral Home in Hillsboro assisted the family with arrangements, for online information go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com
MARILOU “MICKEY” (GWIN) CARPENTER
Marilou “Mickey” (Gwin) Carpenter, age 81 years, of Elroy, passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2013 at Heritage Manor in Elroy, Wisconsin. She was born November 1, 1932 to Winn “Sparky” and Marcia (Jacobs) Thompson. Marilou grew up at Elroy and graduated from the Elroy High School. She was married to Harold Gwin in 1950 and they later divorced. In 1982, Marilou married Paul Carpenter and he preceded her in death in 1995. Mickey was a lifelong resident of Elroy and worked for many years at Ray-O-Vac in Wonewoc and waitressed at Spring Valley many Friday and Saturday nights. She loved to read and embroider. Mickey always enjoyed listening to her books on tapes in later years as she lost her vision. Survivors include her children, Karen (Dan) Stanek of Sun Prairie, Cindy (Lee) Wyttenbach of Kendall, Connie (John) Johnson of Elkhorn, Edward (Sue) Gwin of Northglen, Colorado, Becky Gwin of Charleston, South Carolina and Kristy (Mike) Solovey of New Lisbon; sixteen Grandchildren and sixteen Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her Parents; husbands, Harold Gwin and Paul Carpenter; brother, Merrill “Tinker” Thompson; and Sassy, her loving and faithful dog. Memorial Funeral Services to celebrate the life of Marilou “Mickey” Carpenter will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2014 at 12:00 p.m. at the Grace Lutheran Church in Elroy, with Rev. Wesley Dunbar officiating. Friends may call at the Church on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Interment will be in the Elroy City Cemetery at a later date. The Picha Funeral Home in Elroy assisted the family, for online information go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com
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TERRANCE JOHN SHERIDAN
Terrance John Sheridan, 78, died peacefully on Saturday morning, December 28, 2013, surrounded by his immediate family at Dove Healthcare South in Eau Claire. Terry was born in Sparta, WI on June 20, 1935 to William P. and Alice Beryl (Senogles) Sheridan and grew up in a large, close-knit Irish Catholic family in Kendall, WI. After graduating from Kendall High School in 1953, he began studies at UW-Platteville. He enlisted in the Army in 1955 and served three years before returning to UW-Platteville where he earned a bachelor’s degree in secondary education with an emphasis on English and history. He began his teaching career in Gary, Indiana and also taught in Elroy and Wonewoc, WI before starting graduate school at UWMadison. He earned a master’s degree and PhD in Educational Administration from UW-Madison. Terry married Florence Palmer on April 8, 1967 at Our Lady of the Wayside Church in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Terry was a middle school principal in Worth, IL, a high school principal in Lake Mills, WI, a curriculum coordinator in Delavan, WI, superintendent of schools in Darlington, WI and Lake Mills, WI and finally assistant superintendent for curriculum in the Eau Claire Area School District. Terry finished his administrative career as Principal at Manz Elementary; and then planned the construction of Meadowview Elementary School before serving as its first principal. After retiring in 1992 he created and presented workshops for over 15 years to school districts and private sector businesses in the areas of mentoring and coaching employees for success. During this time he also taught supervisory classes at UW-Madison, UW-Eau Claire and Chippewa Valley Technical College. Terry served on the Eau Claire City Council from 19962000, 2002-2004, and 2006-2007. As a member of the City Council Terry sponsored a smoke-free dining proposal which became law – the strictest dining ordinance in the state of Wisconsin at that time. Other civic contributions included serving on the Eau Claire Public Library Board, the Housing Authority Board, the Downtown Eau Claire Improvement Board, the Waterways and Parks Commission, the Eau Claire Public Education Foundation Board, Convention and Visitors Bureau Board, Cable Television Advisory Council, Sanitary Landfill Standing Committee and the Family Resource Center Board. He was a charter board member of Literacy Volunteers. He also served on the United Way Board and the Indianhead Girl Scout Council Board. Terry was an Eau Claire Community Foundation Legacy Luncheon honoree in 2008. Most recently he served on the Police and Fire Commission. He was a life member of the VFW and the American Legion. Terry served on the community advisory council of Sacred Heart Hospital from 1996-1998 and then on the board of directors from 1998-2008, receiving the Wisconsin Hospital Association Trustee Award in 2006. As a member of the Eau Claire Noon Kiwanis Club for over 34 years, he held various positions including club president and District Lieutenant Governor. Terry had a particular interest in helping to preserve history through the Paul Bunyan Logging Camp in Carson Park. He took pride in frequently being the champion seller of pancake tickets for the annual Kiwanis Club Flapjack Feed. Terry was an active member of the Newman Parish at the Ecumenical Religious Center where he taught history to 8th grade religious education classes for a number of years and
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then directed an adult Bible study. He also enjoyed serving The Community Table on his Newman team. Terry dedicated his life to improving the lives of school children and citizens of Eau Claire. He came out of retirement in 2000 to serve one year as the Interim President of CASE, the Catholic Area Schools in Eau Claire. In 2007 he was instrumental in the formation of Clear Vision, an initiative for improving the quality of life in the Chippewa Valley. He once again came out of retirement to serve the Eau Claire Area School District as Interim Superintendent during the summer and fall of 2012. He enjoyed traveling with Flo throughout the United States and parts of Europe. He made three trips to Ireland, kissing the Blarney Stone on every visit. He loved walking and golfing with his buddies especially the day he shot a hole in one. Terry spent countless hours reading about the lives of important historical figures. He loved reminding people how lucky he was to be Irish, and then sharing a favorite joke or story. Terry was preceded in death by his parents, two of his sisters, Eileen Sheridan Eberhardt and Donna Sheridan Rusche; and brothers-in-law, Marlyn Thorson, Carl Eberhardt, Tom Rusche and Charles “Bud” Neuverth. Terry will be sadly missed by his best friend and loving wife, Flo; and their two children, Kevin (Kristi) of Vadnais Heights, MN and Kathleen of St. Paul, MN; and two grandchildren, Owen and Nora Sheridan. He is also survived by four sisters, Rita (Steve) Boehrer, Hales Corners, WI, Joan (Jim) Sartori, Elroy, WI, Annette Thorson, Elroy, WI, and Sr. Patricia Sheridan FSPA, La Crosse, WI; one brother, William Sheridan, Madison, WI; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. To each of these survivors he leaves a legacy of the importance of family. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to the Eau Claire Area School District Foundation or the Terry and Flo Sheridan Family Fund at the Eau Claire Community Foundation. Visitation was from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 1 at the Newman Parish in the Ecumenical Religious Center, 110 Garfield Avenue, Eau Claire. A Mass of Christian burial was at 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 2, with visitation one hour before. Fr. David Olson presiding, Fr. George R. Szews, preaching. Parking was available in the UWEC Hibbard parking lot on the corner of Garfield and State Street. An inurnment service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 4 at St. Joseph’s Church cemetery, Kendall, WI. Lenmark Gomsrud Linn Funeral & Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements. To express condolences online, please visit obituaries at www.lenmarkfh.com
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Christmas Fire ends in loss of life BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD
A Lyndon Township house fire on Christmas Day took the life of 61 year old Richard A. Stechauner. According to a press release from Juneau County Sheriff Brent Oleson the fire was reported by a passer-by at approximately 3:30 in the afternoon. The Wisconsin Dells Fire Department was dispatched to the scene and requested assistance from the Lyndon State Fire Department. According to Sheriff Oleson, Stechauner was pulled from his burning residence by neighbors when they noticed the fire. Sheriff Oleson went on to state that Juneau County Coroner Kathy Kohutko has advised that an autopsy was conducted and that Stechauner’s death is still under investigation pending the results from toxicology reports. The State of Wisconsin Division of Criminal Investigation is assisting the Sheriff’s Office with the investigation to determine the cause of the fire.
DALLMAN/CYPERT ENGAGED
Robert and Linda Dallman of Mauston are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Teresa Elizabeth, to Peter Mark Cypert, son of Mark and Mary Cypert of West Bend. Teresa received a bachelor of science in elementary education from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. She is currently a middle school Spanish teacher at University Lake School in Hartland, Wisconsin. Peter is currently attending the Concordia University of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy in Mequon, Wisconsin. A July 2014 wedding is planned.
Dolata secures local Bi-State Championship BY TASHA MUELLER Over the two day annual Bi-State Tournament held in La Crosse taking place over this past weekend, area wrestling teams such as Mauston, Royall, New Lisbon, and Hillsboro all took part in the event. The annual wrestling tournament was held by Holmen High School and had 55-teams participate at the La Crosse Center. Some of the top ranked wrestlers were put to the test with others chasing for the championship dream. Competitors were from all divisions and included four Minnesota schools. It is considered one of the best Christmas tournaments in the state of Wisconsin. Mauston, New Lisbon, and Royall each had a wrestler in the championship round. Individuals were Justin Dolata from Mauston at 170 pounds, Cullen Pedersen from New Lisbon at 152 pounds and Royall’s Dalton Lunde at 182 pounds. Dolata held off Wausau West’s Ben Kostroski with a 7-6 decision to stay unbeaten and improve to 16-0 on the season and was the only one to secure the individual title from the area. Pedersen was looking towards capturing a second consecutive Bi-State championship after receiving the 145 title last season. A tough loss was handed to Pedersen against Lancaster’s Trenton Cornell during the championship round. Pderesen was able to force overtime with a late escape, but fell by ultimate tie breaker 6-5. The loss is the first for Pedersen’s season, who now sits at 16-1. Another Lancaster wrestler took down Dalton Lunde with a10-3 decision. David Chadd led throughout the match and was able to pull away for a 10-3 decision to hand Lunde’s first season loss, sitting at 22-1 overall. Hillsboro’s Max Sebranek was the sole Tiger grappler to place in the event. Going for a 9th place finish, Sebranek was unable to overcome Burlington’s Hegeman Tiedt after a sudden victory awarded to Hegeman with a final score of 4-2. See WRESTLERS, page 7
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Royall moving forward with Tech Ed shop improvements BY TASHA MUELLER During their regular Monday night school board meeting, board members were unanimous in a decision to move forward with starting on gathering information of estimates towards making upgrades to the Tech Education department. “It’s been long overdue,” said Vice President Mike Preuss. Technology and Engineering Education teacher John Peterson was present and gave board members numbers into how much upgrades would cost the district. “For all of the needed equipment, it would cost $155,000 total,” said Peterson, which would include new welding and metal fabricating equipment and new down draft tables. The area was glossed over when the district had a referendum some 10 years ago and is finally being able to receive major upgrades. Welding booths would be an addition; currently there
are only seven available for students to use. The discussion on how this project would be paid for by the district evolved by talking to businesses and talk over expenses to see if any would be able to contribute, along with applying to grants. Another option would be to use the rest of the surplus money from last year’s fund balance. From the Capital Improvements Fund, the district still has $26,000 left over from this year to go towards the project. Another area would include the Benefits and Salaries Budget with roughly $30,000 towards the project. A projection the board would have left in the budget would be $50,000 to contribute in purchasing the items. The ventilation system that is in the area currently can only handle seven welders at one time. “We can’t provide enough welding stations for the students with only seven available,” said Peterson. A new ventilation system
would cost roughly $3035,000. By using down draft tables, an increase of welding areas can be used on the balcony and open up the area for ample workspace. Peterson talked with four different companies on prices for the down draft tables, which would fit 12 tables on the balcony with dimensions of 3 by 2 ½ feet and benefit the numbers of students in the classes. A baffle system would be set up under the stairs to comply with leaving the systems on the balcony so no transportation would be needed. CNC Plasma Cutting Tables are also in the budget for purchase as “much of the industry is using computers with machines,” stated Peterson. “It’s nice to have the students see the connection. They should have that knowledge after graduation.” The district will work with Western Technical College to get classes set up to coincide with the Tech Ed department. The board approved to move forward on the whole project and look more closely
at the costs in the spring, which was also approved to put a ceiling cost of $106,000 towards the project. Another item on the list of a short agenda included the discussion on retaining the PEP Grant Coordinator once monies resolve on September 30, 2014. The topic of discussion has come about due to how the district would like to be audited on the sustainability on the money that the grant has been used and to maintain the program. A group of local contributors meet and decided that the school should take possession of maintaining part of this position in the future. Currently, coordinator Ruth Witt is completely paid for by the PEP Grant funds and is set in a full time position. The district is considering a part time position so the wellness program can keep moving in a strong direction and continues helping the students at Royall. “We feel that the school should retain part of this position in the future,” said Superintendent Mark Gruen.
Lady Panthers unable to surge past Brookwood BY TASHA MUELLER A repeat performance from last season by the Brookwood girls’ basketball team left the Royall Panther team winless during this season’s Scenic Bluffs Conference game on Friday, December 20. Brookwood was able to keep a handle on the ball with the first two-point basket coming from Olivia Hansen. Laticya Madrigal gained a point while on the foul line, with Briana Nelson and Madrigal also adding an additional two points each early in the first for the Falcons. A foul coming from Royall’s Katie Parrish put Brookwood’s Hansen on the foul line and to add an additional point of the night on the board for the Falcons. Royall’s Paige Hyer was able to rebound the ball for the added recovery, as Brookwood’s Hansen gained possession of the ball and was able to gain an additional two points from Cecilia Mendoza and taking the lead 10-0 against the Panthers. Kelsey Storkel added the first two points for Royall of the evening with 3:21 left of the first. Amber Brueggen made both foul line baskets for Brookwood with a foul from Storkel. Bailey Hammon added a basket for the Falcons as Storkel added one point on the foul line.
An outstanding layup by Madrigal gained another two points, with Hyer answering back with a basket. Kelsey Vieth grabbed possession of the ball for the Panthers, with having the possession later taken away. Then Panther defense gave the Falcons no attempted chances for points in the first, as Jenna Parrish added the last basket before a 15-7 first quarter lead in favor of Brookwood. The second half proved to be no different as Brookwood gained 12 more points from Brueggen, Madrigal and Hansen. Royall was able to add 9 points from Hyer, Vieth and a last second 3-point basket from Storkel. The second half featured a much closer contest between both teams. Hyer was able to steal the ball back for a Panther possession. Storkel attempted and made a 3-oint rim basket as Brookwood’s Nelson answered back with a 3-pointer. Mackenzie Berg made both baskets at the foul line for the Falcons from Royall’s Storkel. Another Panther foul from Katie Parrish landed Berg back at the foul line with the only addition of one point on the board. Cara Masters was able to add on three points for the Panthers with the basket attempt to end the third quarter 37-23 in favor of Brookwood. Throughout the fourth
quarter, both teams struggled connecting with the basket. Royall added four points with baskets from Rachel Smith and Hyer. Brookwood added an additional six points to outscore the Panthers 43-27. Storkel was the only player for either team to hit doubledigit figures, scoring 10 in the loss. Hyer added 7, as Brueggen and Madrigal each swooped 9 points apiece in the win for Brookwood. Brookwood moves a half game ahead of Bangor and Hillsboro to take first place in the SBC standings with a 3-0 league record. In last season’s title race, Brookwood, Royall, Bangor and Hillsboro all contributed towards a four-team co-champion record. Three of the four teams have started off the season unbeaten. Bangor and Hillsboro are both 2-0 after having their December 20 matchup at Bangor postponed. A non-conference with Hillsboro defeating Kickapoo on December 16 improved their overall record to 6-0. New Lisbon sits at 11 and Cashton and Royall are both 1-2. Wonewoc-Center stands at 0-2 with Necedah sitting at 0-3 in league play. Brookwood is leading scoring with a league-high 57 ppg in conference contests. Bangor contends to 49.5 ppg with Cashton in at third at 43.3 Hillsboro has been the toughest team to score on,
with the Tigers giving up just 18.5 ppg in conference contests. The Tigers are averaging just 31.7 points per game as a team and upholding a great defense technique, holding opponents to an average of 23.3 ppg. Brookwood’s defense is giving up 30 ppg, with Bangor standing in second at 33.5 ppg. A few key season matchups during the rest of the conference includes: January 9 – Bangor at Brookwood; January 14 – Brookwood at Hillsboro; February 11 – Bangor at Hillsboro; February 14 – Brookwood at Bangor; February 20 – Hillsboro at Brookwood.
Gruen went over with board members on how exactly the district would be able to fund the position. “We can use some of the money used from retirement benefits budget,” said Gruen, which accumulates to $400,000 within the annual retirement budget. Three people are coming off the retirement budget with $60,000 free to use towards the position. That gap would grow with future years once more and more retirees coming off of the annual budget. The school will be paying Witt for three months after the grant with the money used from the remaining grant money, which the district has permission to do. Another option was to have the PEP Grant Coordinator work with the city budget and help with items such as the city pool. The City of Elroy
did offer $10,000 towards the position by running the city pool, but that option would deem more work for the position. A job description has been started and will answer what the position will be in charge of. Some after school activities, including Fab 5, cooking, basketball and flag football, this person would be coordinating the said activities. Questions also redirected towards coaching costs for the activities, or would the expenses still come from the PEP Grant funds. Gruen stated that small costs would occur for the district to have to account for in the budget and have continued volunteers on board to hold with the activities. The next board meeting will be held on Monday, January 27 at 7 p.m.
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Library reaching goals for expansion BY DEANNA LAUFENBERG LIBRARY DIRECTOR In 2010, the Library was given a $5,000 gift, by an anonymous donor to begin a Remodeling and Expansion Fund. We live in a generous community of businesses and citizens that have shown great support for this important project. After three years of fundraising, donations, memorials and interest, our current balance is $167,114.13. Recently, the $10,000 matching donations challenge from Barbara (Crawford) Patterson of Illinois, and Richard and Billie Jean Crawford, of Oklahoma have been met. Barbara was a New
Lisbon High School Graduate, class of 1957, her brother Richard followed in 1960. Earlier this year Barbara had put up a $5,000 matching donation challenge, soon after Richard followed with another $5,000 challenge. Throughout the year $1,000 had been raised to meet these challenges. With $9,000 remaining, The Loren and Helen Walker Foundation stepped forward to complete these matching challenges. A library in any community is a vital resource for it's citizens. Libraries empower the individual. Whether developing skills to succeed in school, looking for a job, exploring possible careers,
having a baby, or planning retirement, people of all ages turn to libraries for instruction, support, and access to and other computers resources to help them lead better lives. The more educated the citizens, the stronger it will make the community in which they live. Thank you everyone, for your support whether it be financial, material donations, volunteering and all of our wonderful patrons who give us the opportunity to serve you and your community. For any questions or concerns, please contact me at 608-562-3213 and watch your local newspapers for further information.
BI-STATE PLACE WINNERS Jay 12th, Cullen 2nd, Myles 6th, and Justin 10th. Finish 6th as team in D3. Great job by all the boys. We had a lot of boys that were just a round or two from placing. Bi State had 55 teams this year from all Division and four Minnesota schools.
Community meal Beginning with January the New Lisbon/Necedah area community supper will once again be held the last tuesday of each month at the New Lisbon Community Center (formerly the American Legion Hall) from 4:30 - 6 p.m. Doors open at 4 p.m. Bingo will also be back beginning at
5:20 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend these suppers regardless of your address or income. Our motto is "come for the fellowship, stay for the meal." See you all there.
Hand in Hand parenting classes
Pictured from left to right - William Patterson, Barbara Patterson, Deanna Laufenberg, and Helen Walker.
If you’re a new parent, you already know that there is a lot to learn about babies. You can’t prepare for everything, but Mile Bluff can answer some of your questions. What do I do if my child is choking? How should I handle all of the advice others give me about parenting? Should I communicate with my baby using sign-
language? To assist you during the first year of your baby’s life, Mile Bluff offers the Handin-Hand parenting program. It is designed to help provide you with answers for dealing with some of the most common situations that arise during your child’s first 12 months of life. The Hand-in-Hand program is held the second Monday of every month at
4:30 pm. The next meeting will be Monday, January 13 and will focus on infant CPR and what to do if a child is choking. If you are interested in learning more about the program, or want to register for an upcoming session, call 608-847-1013. The parenting program is available to parents with children 12 months or younger.
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BI-STATE CLASSIC New Lisbon's Cullen Pedersen looks for a way to finish a takedown against Lancaster's Trenton Cornell in the 152 championship bout at the 32 annual Bi-State Classic. Pedersen forced overtime, but lost in an ultimate tie breaker situation, 6-5. See more coverage of the competition on pages 4 and 7 of this issue. NATE BEIER PHOTO
Parents - Did your kids receive money for holiday gifts? Would you like to give them a way to not only save their money, but get rewarded for it? With a Kids Savings Club Account at The Bank of Mauston you can do just that! Benefits of being a Kids Savings Club member include: -only requires a $5 deposit to open, with no minimum monthly balance required -can be opened by any adult - who meets standard account opening criteria and provides the proper information for the child on the account -FREE online banking -FREE eStatements -NO dormancy fees -Welcome packet that includes special saver’s stamp card, savings register, membership card, FREE
backpack and more! -Bi-annual member only events -Special birthday card sent to the child during the month of his/her birthday with a special reward certificate -Rewards for good grades, giving back to your community and more! -MORE exciting things to come -It’s important to note that The Bank of Mauston’s Kids Savings Club is open to any child up to age 18 and can be
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WRESTLERS, continued from page 4 Other area wrestlers placing were: Mauston – Chris Ruf (106 – seventh), Spencer Davies (126 – third), and John Maki (132 – 12th); New Lisbon – Myles Connor (160 – sixth), Justin Giebel (170 – 10th), and Jay Turner (195 – 12th). In team scoring, Mauston was seventh in division 2 with 135 points, New Lisbon came in sixth in division 3 with 118.5 points and Royall was ninth in division 3 with 81 points. There were 19 teams in divison 2 and 18 teams in both division 1 and 3. Complete individual results for area wrestlers are included. Bi-State Classic Results for Mauston 106: Chris Ruf – seventh place; major dec. over Grant Hendren (Lakeville South) 8-0; lost dec. to Paul Bianchi (Two Rivers) 9-3; pinned Dylan Altmann (Auburndale) 4:41; dec. over Sawyer Strom (Ellsworth) 7-1; dec. over Luke Iverson (Burlington) 5-3; lost dec. to Dustin Hatfield (River Valley) 71; won ultimate tie breaker over Kyle Cavanaugh (Caledonia/Houston/Spring Grove) UTB 3-2. 113: Colton Winders; dec. over Frank Lor (Wausau West) 11-5; lost by tech fall to Trenton McManus (Adams-Friendship) 17-1; pinned Jose Rodgers-Valdez (South Saint Paul) :42; pinned by Ryan Bennett (Holmen) 3:31. 126: Spencer Davies – third place; pinned Austin Bown (Arcadia) 1:03; dec. over Luke Mahoney (Marshfield) 7-1; major dec. over Jake Obert (La Crosse Central) 12-2; lost dec. to Austin Quartullo (Muskego) 3-1; dec. over Eric Peters (Luxemburg-Casco) 9-2; dec. over Gurt Palodichuk (South Saint Paul) 9-2. 132:John Maki – 12th place; pinned Noah Harris (Kickapoo/La Farge) 2:23; lost dec. to Dylan Lee (Caledonia/Houston/Spring Grove) 8-1; dec. over Jackson Judge (Bloomington Kennedy) 9-3; dec. over Garret Hildebrandt (New Richmond) 3-0; lost dec. to Alex Heiden (Stratford) 5-2; lost dec. to Kyle Routhieauz (LuxemburgCasco) 1-0; lost by sudden victory-1 to Elijah Alt (River Valley) SV-1 7-5. 138: Jared Lenze; pinned by Cole Syvrud (Mt Horeb/Barneveld) 5:58; dec. over Sully Phillips (Wausau West) 4-0; medical forfeit over Tyler Manthe (Marshfield) med. forf.; lost dec. to Travis Louis (Riverdale) 8-2). 145: Dominic Spinelli; pinned byBlane Olson (Independence/Gilmanton) 4:30; pinned by Jeffry Janzen (Cashton) 4:17. 152: Jacob Schiller; dec. over Taylor Krall (Stratford) 10-6; lost major dec. to Trenton Cornell (Lancaster) 17-4; pinned Kegan Stibbe (Richland Center) 3:45; lost dec. to Wesley Oldenburg (Westby) 11-5. 160: Anthony Spinelli; lost dec. to Jack Schickel (Dodgeville) 14-13; pinned by Calvin Holloway (Baraboo) :59. 170: Justin Dolata – first place; pinned Scott Fink (Cuba City/Southwestern) :43;major dec. over Braydan Morris (Bloomington Kennedy) 14-4; major dec. over Luke Dodd (Eastview) 12-2; major dec. over Taggart Haase (Middleton) 90; dec. over Ben Kostroski (Wausau West) 7-6. 195: Garrett Lutz; pinned by Scott Skornicka (Two Rivers) 1:04; pinned by Darren Johnson (Viroqua) 2:09. 220: Jimmy Seeley; pinned by Ossian Sharp (Weston/Ithaca) 2:50; pinned by Alex Wasechek (Prairie du Chien/Wauzeka-Steuben) :33. Bi-State Classic Results for New Lisbon 113: Clayton Graham; pinned by Hunter Dischler (Weston/Ithaca) 1:53; pinned by Cole Johnson (Westby) 3:33. 120: Sean Baumgart; lost dec. to Chris Rogers (Middleton) 8-2; pinned Robert Elsbury (Burlington) 4:33; major dec. over Sawyer Sarbacker (Iowa-Grant/Highland) 10-2; lost by major dec. to Anthony Kanable (Marshfield) 8-0. 126:Chris Davis; pinned by John Maiers (Bloomington Kennedy) :59; pinned by Richard Schams (West Salem/Bangor) 2:18. 132: Stephan Burbach; lost dec. to Jonah Rieber (Holmen) 7-1; dec. over David Rodriguez (La Crosse Logan) 2-0; dec. over Devon Klement (Marshfield) 8-1; lost dec. to Keaton Kotek (Nekoosa/Port Edwards) 6-5. 138: Marshal Toelle; pinned Jake Carter (Weston/Ithaca) 4:30; pinned by Josh Donar (Cuba City/Southwestern) 2:25; lost dec. to Josh Conrad (Independence/Gilmanton) 11-9. 145: Kyle Woodward; lost dec. to Jacob Limberg (Holmen) 3-0; pinned Corey Spencer (North Crawford/Seneca) 2:31; pinned Lance Otter (Burlington) 2:18; lost dec. to Carsten Lovstad (Marshfield) 6-2. 152: Cullen Pedersen – second place; pinned Zachary Raymond (Baraboo) 5:08; pinned Brian Halverson (Iowa-Grant/Highland) 4:31; dec. over Dylan Blemke (Luxemburg-Casco) 6-0; dec. over Mitch Hertel (Marshfield) 3-2; lost by ultimate tie breaker to Trenton Cornell (Lancaster) UTB 6-5. 160: Myles Connor – sixth place; pinned Noah Flock (Cashton) 1:30; pinned Brock Leum (Westby) 2:45; lost dec. to Matt Blome (Mt. Horeb/Barneveld) 3-1; dec. over Josh Lang (Marshfield) 8-2; dec. over Brady McFarland (Muskego) 9-3; lost dec. to Jacob Rukavina (Eastview) 7-1; lost dec. to Matt Blome (Mt. Horeb/Barneveld) 7-5. 170: Justin Giebel – 10th place; major dec. over Austin Loeffoelholz (Belmont/Platteville) 11-3;pinnedby Ben Kostroski (Wausau West) 3:34; major dec. over Hermes Duran
(Baraboo) 13-3; dec. over Kellen Bornbach (Stratford) pinned by Duncan McKinney (Holmen) :55; dec. over Trevor Troxel (Riverdale) 4-1; pinned by Brandon Schmitz (Cashton) 3:45. 182: Lucas Kleifgen; dec. over Stephen Topper (Mt Horeb/Barneveld) 10-7; pinned by David Chadd (Lancaster) :25; pinned by Landon Tillmann (Luxemburg-Casco) 4:39. 195: Jay Turner – 12th place; pinned Trent Layton (Nekoosa/Port Edwards) 3:40; lost dec. to DaltanLavicka (Athens) 10-8; tech fall over Jacob Lallemont (Arcadia) 15-0; dec. over Jakob Hensley (De Soto) 10-3; dec. over Jeff Milz (Kickapoo/La Farge) 10-5; dec. over Brock Steldt (Ellsworth) 4-2; lost dec. to Dondrick Tackes (Stratford) 8-2; lost dec. to Adam Lucast (Lakeville South) 1-0; lost dec. to Chris Marks (Burlington) 32. 220: Derek Medaris; pinned by Kyle Soderstrom (IowaGrant/Highland) 1:24; lost dec. to Alex Wasechek (Prairie du Chien/Wauzeka-Steuben) 2-0. 285: Logan Smart; pinned by Tristin Holden (Nekoosa/Port Edwards) 1:10; pinned by Landon Robertson (Royall) 1:40. Bi-State Classic Results for Royall 113: Gunnar Juresh; pinned Alvin Christopherson (Aquinas) 5:25; pinned by Hunter Dischler (Weston/Ithaca) Fall 3:47; lost major dec. to Shawn Barth (Lakeville South) 11-0. 120: Connor Gates; won by sudden victory — 1 over Nate Jennings (River Valley) SV-1 6-4; lost by tech fall to Nick Houlihan (La Crosse Logan) 18-2; lost major dec. to Carlton Luedtke (Wausau West) 12-1. 126: Marcus Blaha; dec. over Zach Mindham (Boscobel) 7-4; pinned by Austin Quartullo (Muskego) 3:03; dec. over Tim Feia (Hudson) 11-4; lost dec. to Mitchell Golke (Portage) 6-4. 138: Joe Sugden; pinned by Tristan Groleau (La Crosse Logan) :37; pinned by Chris Yauch (Two Rivers) 1:35. 145: Trenton Pasch; dec. over Andre‘ Mayllen (Baraboo) 4-3; pinned by Austin Worachek (Luxemburg-Casco) 2:53; lost dec. to Jon Rankin (South Saint Paul) 9-6. 152: Katie Sugden; pinned by Connor Williams (La Crosse Central) :41; lost by tech fall to Billy Marks (Eastview) 16-1. 160: Donnie Robson; pinned by Hunter Tulip (Arcadia) 3:39; pinned Gunner Pitzer (Boscobel) 2:47; dec. over Mitchell Schmitz (Caledonia/Houston/Spring Grove) 6-4; lost dec. to Brock Leum (Westby) 5-3. 170: Mark Preuss; lost dec. to Brandon Schmitz (Cashton) 8-2; pinned Seth Fryett (Tomah) 2:39; major dec. over Wyatt Schauf (River Valley) 18-8; dec. over Tucker Roesler (Athens) 9-6; lost dec. to Kaleb Davenport (North Crawford/Seneca) 6-0. 182: Dalton Lunde– second place; major dec. over Jacob Wiemerslage (Holmen) 13-1; pinned Rylan Burrows (Adams-Friendship) 1:27; dec. over Bobby Geiger (Two Rivers) 6-2; pinned Connor Price (Muskego) 5:06; lost dec. to David Chadd (Lancaster) 103. 195: Matt Preuss; pinned by Nick Pegelow (Eastview) :43;pinned by Kevin Kern (New Richmand) 2:22. 285: Landon Robertson; pinned Brandon Richardson (Lancaster) 4:51; lost dec. to Noah Brown (North Crawford/Seneca) 3-1; pinned Logan Smart (New Lisbon) 1:40; pinned by Jon Ziedler (Lakeville South) 3:37.
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Obituaries ROSEANNE MILLS
Roseanne Mills, age 48, passed on to eternal life on December 26, 2013 at the Agrace HospiceCare Center in Fitchburg, WI with her husband at her side. Roseanne was the second of two children of the late Byron and Beverly (Hester) Sowers of Necedah, WI. Born in Joliet Illinois, at the age of 7 Roseanne's family moved to the family farm in Milton, IN where the Church and the farming community shaped her life and her love for family and her Faith. In 1981 Roseanne’s family moved to Necedah, WI. Her dear husband and three children meant the world to her, but she found great joy in all her aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews as well. Some of her fondest memories were those when her family was all together at holidays or reunions. Roseanne loved music, sports and education which reflected the vision of her parents and grandparents who encouraged their children to live up to their potential. The son of an Indiana farmer, during the Depression years Roseanne's father earned a degree in chemical engineering and later studies at MIT and worked for Texaco his entire life. Roseanne understood the value of a strong education. After graduating valedictorian at Queen of the Holy Rosary High School in 1983 she attended the UW Stevens Point and earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration in 1987. After graduating from UW Stevens Point Roseanne worked in accounting at Best Power Technology in Necedah WI where she and her husband Rick Mills met. Not being content with her new career in accounting Roseanne decided to go back to school. She spent four more years at Michigan Technological University and in 1995 graduated Cum Laude with a bachelor’s degree in Geological Engineering. Later that year on October 14 Roseanne and Rick Mills entered into the Sacrament of marriage at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Mauston WI. Roseanne and Rick were blessed with three wonderful children: a son: Michael John Mills, a daughter: Sarah Christine Mills and a second daughter: Rebecca Anne Mills. Roseanne’s children meant everything to her. She had found the true calling of her life in these children God had entrusted to her. On September 22, 2003 she wrote in her journal “...this is exactly what I want to be doing with my life. I actually, to be correct about what I thought, thought it was a privilege to have the opportunity to raise 3 children and participate in their excitement in anticipating all the holidays coming up starting with Halloween. What a privilege also to see how they’re growing and maturing.” Roseanne found her life’s vocation in her marriage and especially
FREDERICK JAMES MCDONALD
Frederick James McDonald, age 78, of New Lisbon, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully Friday, December 27, 2013. Fred was born March 21, 1935, in Mauston to Hugh & Augusta (Spors) McDonald and graduated from Mauston High School in 1952. Fred was united in marriage to Alice Marie Mueller on June 2, 1962, at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in New Lisbon. They started their life together in a cabin he built on Castle Rock Lake. In 1976 they moved their family to Truman Street in New Lisbon where he still resided. Fred owned his own milk truck and hauled milk for several years. Fred was later employed by the Mauston Farmers Coop where he delivered fuel oil for many years. Many Juneau County residents remember Fred from his delivery days. He retired in 1998. Fred and Alice welcomed seven daughters into their home over the course of their married life. They were blessed to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary in June of 2012 with many family members and old friends. He was a devoted husband to Alice through sickness and health all the days of her life. He was lost without her, and four months later they are together again for eternity. Best known for his somber, yet mischievous personality, Fred drew many friends to him. His coffee time with his buddies these last years were filled with many stories as well as the development of good friendships. He loved collecting and refurbishing antique gas engines and tractors. He was a member of the Badger Steam and Gas Engine Club. The family has many happy memories of summers spent attending “steam shows” throughout Wisconsin. Fred was not one to sit idle and stayed very active
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Elroy Library news motherhood. All those years in college were put to good use helping the kids with their education. She spent countless hours working with the children in their studies. Roseanne played piano but was most interested in fostering a love for music in her own children who are talented musicians. Always ready for some fun, she spent many hours playing baseball and basketball with her children and never turned down the opportunity to take one of them on in a video or board game. Roseanne was a strong advocate of Catholic Education and Home Schooling. She home schooled both Michael and Rebecca when they needed some extra help. She enjoyed working with all the kids on their Latin, Algebra and Physics or whatever the subject might be. Roseanne was also active in her community. She was a Den Mother for four years and organized multiple campouts and other scouting events. She was an active member of Blessed Trinity Catholic Parish and School. She organized a weekly hot lunch program, put together a monthly school news letter, worked side by side with her husband cleaning floors and helped out wherever she could. Of all the things Roseanne loved in her life none was as strong as her love for God and her Catholic faith. For it was through this love of God and the graces of the Sacraments which led her to the most important things in her life. She grew up with a strong Irish Catholic influence on her Mother’s side of the family. Two of her aunts, Sr. Agnes Veronica and Sr. Loretta Eileen were a strong influence on Roseanne throughout their lives. Through her whole life Roseanne worked hard to fashion her life around that of Christ. She read often about the lives of the Saints and trials they often faced. Her favorite was St. Therese of Lisieux, who saw each small gesture of love as a personal touch of Jesus Christ in the world. The path of Christ is not an easy one and Roseanne prayed often for guidance. The biggest gift she has left her children is that of their faith in Christ and the assurance of eternal life with him. Roseanne is survived by her loving husband: Rick Mills; Son: Michael John Mills, Daughter: Sarah Christine Mills, Daughter: Rebecca Anne Mills, Brother: Francis Sowers (Mauston, WI), Brother: Byron Sowers Jr. (Memphis, TN). She was preceded in death by her parents and another brother Charles Sowers. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at BLESSED TRINITY PARISH AT ST. MICHAEL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH DANE, 109 S. Military Rd., Dane, at 11 a.m., on Tuesday, December 31, 2013, with the Rev. Father Chad Droessler officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Michael’s Cemetery in Dane, WI. Visitation was at the church from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday, December 30, 2013, and also from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Blessed Trinity School, Dane WI and St. Ambrose Academy, Madison WI. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
throughout his life. He was an amazing gardener and enjoyed woodworking. He established his workshop in the family garage. He made countless items for their home and for his children including hope chests, clocks and baby cradles. These keepsakes are proudly displayed in their homes. Fred was a faithful and active member of St. Paul’s Parish in New Lisbon. He was an usher and caretaker for the parish for many years. He was also a proud member of the New Lisbon Lions Club. Over the years, many comments were made about “poor Fred in that house full of girls”. He loved it, and the sons-inlaw that he acquired when those girls married were the bonus and a source of great pride. He was proud of each one of them and appreciated what they added to the McDonald family, and he knew his daughters were in good hands. The role of grandpa suited Fred well. An even split, 11 grandsons and 11 granddaughters, were his pride and joy. He is survived by his seven daughters and their spouses: Kristie (Todd) Bunker, New Lisbon; Cheryl (Randy) Weiland, New Lisbon; Connie (Gene) Gibson, Colfax; Nancy (Gary) Cowan, New Lisbon; Colleen (Greg) Grovesteen, Tomah; Collette (Dan) Schultz, New Lisbon; and Jennifer (James) Redelsheimer of Plymouth, MN; his 22 grandchildren: Garrett Bunker, Kinsey Smith, Elliott Bunker, Jacob Smith, Reed Gibson, Chance Smith, Emma Bunker, Lydia Weiland, Kaylee Grovesteen, Grady Gibson, Margo Weiland, Logan Grovesteen, Sidney Schultz, Drew Gibson, Simon Schultz, Carson Grovesteen, Mallory Cowan, Carly Redelsheimer, Grant Redelsheimer, Sophie Weiland, Abigail Redelsheimer and Garrison Cowan, along with three sisters: Nancy Morris, Carol McDonald and Gail Sorum, and many, many nieces, nephews, cousins, and in-laws. Friends were invited to call Sunday, December 29, from 4 to 7 p.m. at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in New Lisbon. A mass of Christian burial was held Monday, December 30, 2013, at 11 a.m, with Fr. George Nelson Graham presiding. Burial will be at St. Paul’s Catholic Cemetary in New Lisbon. The Hare Funeral Home is assisting the family with services. Online condolences are available at www.harefuneralhome.com
BY MARY WAARVIK LIBRARIAN We drew the winners’ names at our Open House last week. And the winners are…. Christie Bender – winner of Millie’s Quilt; and Karen Bernhardt – winner of the dashboard camera. Thank you to everyone who supported the raffle. The Friends of the Library raised almost $500, which will help with basement remodeling costs. Thank you Millie, the Nifty Needlers, volunteer stitchers, ticket sellers, everyone!
CHRISTIE BENDER the winner of "Millie's Quilt" along with the quilt itself.
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The main purpose of the meal was to offer a community gathering, where everyone and anyone could gather around the table and enjoy a sit-down meal. In its beginning year, 117 people enjoyed the full-course meal as within the next year it grew to 150 people. For the 3rd annual event, Zimmerman and Miller decided to move the meal site to the Hillsboro High School cafeteria instead of the church. The move made it more feasible to accommodate a larger crowd of people. With people steadily stopping in between 11 a.m. through 2 p.m. during the meal, services for delivery were also avail-
able for those who were not able to make it to the school. Members of the Hillsboro FFA not only served the food and washed the countless dishes, but also offered refills on drinks, cleared the tables, and rolled silverware. After seeing such hard work and determination made by community members, hopefully by next year there will be an even larger crowd and more deliveries made for others to enjoy a community inspired event.
Serving hundreds at 11th annual Community Dinner
BY TASHA MUELLER Marking its 11th year and counting, the Hillsboro Wesleyan Church put on its annual Christmas community dinner this past Saturday with the hopes of increasing their meals served to the community. By wanting to give back to the community in 2003, member of the Hillsboro Wesleyan Church Greg Zimmerman came up with the idea of having a community meal to Pastor Don Miller. After liking the idea, many plans were made and with the help of church members and other community volunteers the meal was made possible.
Volunteers served hundreds during the 11th annual Christmas Community Dinner, and a lot of the preparation efforts were in full effect by members of the Hillsboro Wesleyan Church, whom sponsors the yearly event.
Marlina Zimmerman sang plenty of beautiful Christmas carols to the crowd as Dory Stahlkoph accompanied.
Not only were hungry bellies getting full on Saturday, December 21 during the afternoon, people enjoyed fellowship in the Hillsboro High School cafeteria. Carry outs were also made possible by a handful of volunteers who braved the snowy roads, with early-predicted amounts of delivering 300 or more meals to local residents and businesses.
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This year in review is a memorable one The Hillsboro Lions club hosted the first District 2 Lions Convention which is normally set for bigger venues such as Madison, La Crosse, and Middleton. The convention was held on February 8th and 9th. This was a huge honor for the Hillsboro Lions club to show off “Little Bohemia of Wisconsin”. The convention filled our Hotels and Motels for miles around. After all nominations were evaluated, Hillsboro senior Ian Collins received the news that he had been selected to participate in this summer’s Wisconsin Football Coaches Association Small Schools All-Star Game. Collins, a two-way all-conference lineman is the first Hillsboro football player to receive the nod and play in the event that was formerly known as the Shrine Bowl. Former Hillsboro High School basketball player James Knower, who is a sophomore at UW-Baraboo Sauk County, had a night he won’t forget on Wednesday, February 13. Knower was presented prior to the game a framed Fighting Spirits jersey bearing the #25 that he has worn during the past two seasons. He was honored by his team for the hard work and dedication he has shown while attending school there, both as a student and an athlete. Although they lost to UW-Marshfield by a score of 76-65, Knower’s performance on the court that night was awesome. He made six 3-pointers and led the Spirits with a career-high 24 points. For the second year in a row, Hilary Stanek was named the SBC Player of the Year, which is quite the accomplishment. Stanek was joined on the first team by senior teammate Ali Brey. Nothing comes closer to home than hearing about a runner in the area that was a part of the Boston Marathon that turned out to be a tragic event instead of a happy annual race.
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After developing events in the tragic Boston Marathon bombings that occurred last Monday, avid Hillsboro runner, Joe Zant was taking part in his first Boston Marathon experience. Joe finished the race at 3:26, and the bombings at the finish line happened about an hour and a half afterwards. Joe was already out of the city and was getting ready to head back downtown for the celebrations but the subways were all shut down. The Hillsboro School District has been given a "much appreciated award", said school district Superintendent Curt Bisarek, that accumulates to $1,500,000.00. Earlier this year, the school district had requested for a Qualified Zone Academy Bond (QZAB) for renovation projects within the next few years. As of May 28, the district received notification from Wisconsin DPI State Superintendent Tony Evers of the awarded amount that the "DPI is pleased to provide 2012 QZAB issuance" with the provided amount of $1.5 million.
On July 11, 2013, the Hillsboro Farmers Cooperative Board of Directors, Hillsboro, WI, signed a letter of intent to pursue a merger with United Cooperative, based in Beaver Dam, WI. “This is a very positive move for the Hillsboro Farmers Cooperative members,” stated Larry Swalheim, Hillsboro Farmers Cooperative General Manager. “Merging with United Cooperative will give us the best solution to modernize our facilities, be competitive in the marketplace, protect our members equity, and generate excellent earnings to our members. United Cooperative is very financially successful, and they have experience merging with other cooperatives.” Many changes have taken place over the last year and most of them are for the betterment of the community. The future of Hillsboro is in good hands with the up and coming young people of the area, they have strived to succeed and the educators of the community have backed them every step of the way.
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By 1917, the library was moved to the new City Hall on Washington Street where it stayed for 22 years. In 1939, Charles E. Wolfenden, a Wonewoc native and longtime owner of the State Bank of Wonewoc, decided to construct a modern library for his hometown as he lived in Los Angeles, California at the time. The art-deco building was built that summer and dedicated on October 8, 1939. • The press box at Wonewoc-Center school has been standing for many years. It is now to the point that it is dangerous, with wobbly stairs and it is standing on stilts. The same press box was there when Allen Keller came to Wonewoc school as a third grader, Keller, now a Junior has taken on the task of raising funds to build a new press box. Keller is a Life Scout, one step lower than an Eagle Scout. He has been in the Scouts since he was 6 years old. Keller has taken this project on for his community and school, for generations of students and coaches to be able to use. Keller has the blue prints, he has the estimate on lumber from Hartje Lumber, he has the contractors lined up and now he has to raise $19,000 to complete the project. The press box will be double the size of the one standing now and it will have a new P.A. system along with storage under the box with a twelve foot garage door for football gear, track and field, baseball, or whatever sport needs to use it. This press box will serve a dual purpose, which the old one does not.
• One Illinois man was counting his blessing on April Fool's Day after his Cessna went down in a swamp area just outside of Wonewoc. According to information from the Juneau County Sheriff's Department, the Wonewoc Fire Department had to use a row boat to pull the pilot out. The pilot had been unable to get out on his own as water levels were too high. That pilot was 29 year old Seth Pripps of Rockford, Il. Pripps called into the Juneau County Communication Center around 12:45 p.m. Monday afternoon after his single engine plane developed engine trouble and crashed into a swamp area near Bottom Rd. The incident occurred right after a take off from the Wonewoc airfield. Pripps, who was uninjured from the crash, was in the process of a flight from Park Falls, Wisconsin to St. Louis, Missouri. The Juneau County Sheriff’s Office, the National Transportation Safety Board and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are the authorities investigating the crash.
A Year in Review
• With the current trend of safety concern for public schools across the nation, District Administrator, Art Keenan proposed to the board that they re-organize the current main office at the Wonewoc-Center school. Plans that are being brought forth within the district are the safety and security and bringing the principal’s office back to the front of the main entrance. Currently, both the junior high doors and high school main entrance doors are unlocked during the day. The high school doors would make for the one main entrance into the building. “We’re going to think about crowd control; safety; simplicity,” said Keenan. “It will be a major change. When it happens at someone else’s school, it’s an isolated incident; when it happens at your school, it’s a tragedy. We need to take that next step into making our building a little safer.” • The temperature may not be warming up outside but, the thermometer in front of the library is definitely feeling the “heat”. Recently, the total of donations, along with the CDBG grant monies have totaled $650,000. We are working our way to a mercury filled thermometer. • February was busy for the Friends of the Library with two fundraisers. A Pizza Hut fundraiser on the 7th of February at the Wonewoc-Center School netted a little over $320.00. The craft fair held at Club Chapparal on February 9th had many great treats. Club Chapparal even kept the sale going through Sunday. This fundraiser netted us nearly $450.00. • Nearly 200 elementary students at Wonewoc-Center Elementary School took a break from their regular Phy. Ed classes with Ms. Price on Monday to jump rope, practice their balancing skills, and burn off some of their energy during the annual Jump Rope for Heart two day event. Ms. Price decided on this year’s event to give the kids something different to participate in as students did Hoops for Heart last year. Before jumping their hearts away, a few students were chosen to put hearts with their names on them on the wall showing how dedicated they were to the program. Students were led by a number of stretches before getting started. They then grouped up with two or three fellow classmates and chose one of nine stations on a rotation basis. Stations allowed students to show off their jump rope tricks, balance on pogo balls, double-dutch, entering and exiting, etc. • Children, Village Members, Friends of the Library and past Librarians are to name a few that were packed into the Wonewoc Public Library Monday afternoon for the Expansion Groundbreaking Ceremony as you could say it’s time for a definite addition to be put in place. That dream is becoming a reality for the library with the hopes of the expansion project being completed this November. “This project is an event that is going to have a lasting impact, not only on the Public Library but on the Village as a whole,” said President of the Village of Wonewoc, Kevin Jennings while giving a brief history of the Wonewoc Public Library. “Back in 1909, the original founders could never imagine to the materials and services we offer today,” said Jennings. “But they definitely recognized the need for others to learn and be entertained.” The library was first housed in only two rooms in a hall over the Dewey Furniture Store at 213 Center Street. The first fundraiser was a Tag Day. Residents went out to people on the street to collect money and came back with $95 and they were on their way to a library. Ms. Ruth Huff was appointed the first Librarian with a salary of $1 per week. She solicited $1 from any Wonewoc High School graduate she could find. That funded the librarians desk, which is still in use today. The library at that time functioned with donated money and donated books to operate. After a few years, a new location of the library was established at the White School in the newly remodeled basement.
• Senior Emma Jacobson, daughter of Joel and Andrea Jacobson, is the 2013 DAR Good Citizen Essay winner for Wonewoc-Center High School. Emma is shown below with her mother receiving the award. She wrote an excellent essay on good citizenship. Emma will be attending college out of state in the fall and is the Class of 2013 Valedictorian.
• A detour has been placed along a major road way in Wonewoc, Highway 33, that has re-directed traffic to County G and N. East Street. Several stop signs have been removed while some have been added on the new route. Radtke Contractors, Inc. is completing the new bridge construction, near Baker’s Field. • Wonewoc Old Fashion Day, Battle of the Bands, and the Lighted Christmas Parade are just a few ways this community pulls it’s citizens together and works with a sense of partnership to bring all these great events together. The future is looking bright for this quaint community with it’s river features and location close to the 400 State Trail, there is alot to offer.
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FIRE, from page 1 The board expressed that the dogs living in Kildare must be licensed in Juneau County in 2014 and the yard fenced to prevent wandering. The fire occurred less than a week later. According to the property's out of state owner, Robert Hartman, Richards moved to the Townline Road address in April of this year under a land contract. In a December 29th phone interview with Hartman he stated that he is currently waiting for a purchase on the property to be completed and the deed will turn over to Richards. "We're waiting for a check to clear the bank and expect it by January 6," he said. He went on to state the transaction is being handled by the Realtor. This past weekend the Messenger conducted phone interviews with Juneau County Humane Officer Kevin Luedtke, Town of Kildare Supervisor Ken Schneider, Town of Kildare Clerk Michelle Senzig, and Sharon Richards. Senzig confirmed that prior to the December meeting she ran a check to see if the dogs were licensed in Juneau County and it came up empty. She further stated that she had not heard of, nor was aware of, any fire on the property. Both Luedtke and Schneider claimed Richards expressed to them she was a breeder of small breed dogs, and German Shepherds. Richards confirmed to the Messenger that she was a breeder and went on to state that she has multiple kennels in Wisconsin, as well as kennels in Iowa and Minnesota. She also stated the fire was hard on her as it was the first time she had been hospitalized for "such a thing". She did state that 31 dogs lost their lives in the fire. She further stated that currently there are approximately 30 dogs residing at the Townline Road property. We questioned Richards about her history as a breeder to which she stated, "I've been a breeder since 1964. I have kennels throughout Wisconsin and in Minnesota and Iowa." She also claimed that a couple of her German Shepherds come from Germany and Czechoslovakia and that one of her German Shepherds was lost in the fire. In addition to the Shepherds she said she breeds smaller breeds such as Yorkshire Terriers, a designer breed known as Teddy Bears, Mini Dachshunds, and Shih Tszus. She went on to say the smaller dogs were brought inside the trailer just prior to the fire as that week we were experiencing a bitter cold blast with below zero wind chills. Richards does appear to have a history as a breeder but after further questioning she admitted she did not hold a breeder's license in the State of Wisconsin. "My partner holds the license, I own the dogs," she said.
That partner she stated was William Myers. Online court records show that both Richards and Myers are named as defendants in an Adams County case filed in April of 2013 where they were cited with violating ordinance 09-2012: Public Nuisance Affecting Public Health and Human Health Hazard. Information in the case lists a change of address for Richards in June of 2013 as being a post office box in Reedsburg, however, in a different case and in July of 2013 a change of address for Richards is listed at a property on Gale Drive in Wisconsin Dells. In addition, the records state that Richards is also known as Sharon Lambrecht. Further research showed that in September of 2012 the Wisconsin Department of Agricultural and Trade issued a "buyer beware" notice alerting the public to seven puppies being released from William Myer's dog breeding facility in Wisconsin Dells after a quarantine order was issued. The notice went on to state that the premises had been quarantined since June 28, 2012 and after dogs tested positive for Brucellosis. Brucellosis is an infectious disease that causes illness in dogs and sometimes humans. The notice names Sharon Richards (aka Lambrecht) as an associate of Myers, and that buyers should be warned if they had recently done business with them. In December of 2012 charges in Adams County were brought up against Myers, the "partner" Richards claims holds the breeder's license. The case is still open and he is being charged with Dogs Sales/Animal Shelter Operating without a License, and Sale of Diseased Animal. A review hearing is scheduled for March of 2014. In July of 2013 two other cases were filed against Richards in Adams Circuit Court, both are transcripts of judgement resulting from two 2001 Washburn County cases where Richards was convicted of two felony counts of mistreatment of animals resulting in death and three misdemeanor counts of mistreating animals. The convictions were reached as part of a plea deal resulting in 48 misdemeanor counts of intentionally mistreating animals, 23 misdemeanor counts of failing to provide food for an animal, and two felony counts of mistreating an animal resulting in death being dismissed but read into the record for the purpose of sentencing. The restitution judgements total over $43,000 including monies owed to the Washburn Humane Society for the treatment and care of animals retrieved from Richards' home. The cases list additional surnames used by Richards as being; Fortun, Hanson, Melton, and Poe. Online records show she did receive
jail time and one year of extended supervision and six years of probation. They further show her filing an appeal on the restitution where the appeal courts affirmed the original judgment. The records, and Richards, state that at one point she attempted to withdraw her plea of no contest, however it was denied. Archived articles from The Spooner Advocate state a Springbrook woman, Peggy Searles, was asked to check on Richards' animals because Richards was in jail on a probation violation. The article states that Searles gave testimony at a hearing that she contacted the Washburn County Area Human Society to file a complaint after she found several malnourished and mange-infected dogs upon visiting Richards' home. According to the article more than 50 dogs, six cats and five horses were removed from the property after the Washburn County Sheriff's Department was contacted. The article takes from a criminal complaint stating that one puppy was found dead and autopsy results showed malnutrition as the cause of death. Additionally two other puppies and one kitten later died from pneumonia, secondary to malnutrition, at the Washburn County Human Society. Also in 2001 Richards was charged and subsequently convicted of two misdemeanor counts of fraud/sales on a tax return. In our interview with Richards we questioned her about the Washburn County cases where she answered by stating "The D.A. was shucking drugs and the Sheriff covers his messes - I knew about it and that's how they tried to keep me quiet. You have no idea and you don't want to know the f***ing truth!" She further claimed the animals were in good condition. At one point during the interview Richards claimed she did not need a breeder's license and she could own up to 300 animals at the Kildare property if she wanted to. We then inquired if Richards was in contact still with Myers as a partner- she answered by stating, "I don't have to answer that - Go f**k yourself." Our interview with Richards ended with that comment. A call to the Department of Agricultural and Trade revealed that Myers breeder's license has not been renewed and he has been without a license since at least February of 2013. We found multiple phone numbers affiliated with Richards, including a landline tracing back to her as Sharon Lambrecht and the address in Wisconsin Dells. That number along with a cell phone number had been used in the past for ads ran in Madison and LaCrosse - due to the nature of the internet it is difficult to discern when
Location in Dell Prairie at 655 Gale Drive where Richards and Myers were cited for selling dogs during a quarantine. The property has a tall wooden fence blocking views to the yard. the ads were run. Below is an excerpt from an ad selling dogs which used the landline of Richards as a contact. The ad specifies it to be a cash transaction: Madison, Price: $100.00, TEDDIES, $100-$350. MINI Dachshunds, $175$250. PUG RATS, $175. BOSTON TERRIERS, $250 MINI Pinchers, $250. PAPILLON, $350. MORKIES, $300. Others, $75 and up. Shots, Wormed, Cash. Response to fire On Monday morning, December 30th, the Messenger contacted Juneau County Sheriff Brent Oleson to inquire about the December fire, and any responses his department may have had to Zablotski's complaints she said she issued over the summer. Sheriff Oleson, at the time we spoke to him, said he was unaware of any complaints made over the summer, but he did produce for the Messenger the call log the night of the fire. According to the log the call came in on December 16, 2013 at 12:51 a.m. Sharon Richards was the caller. It appears on the log that Mauston Fire Department, Lyndon Station Fire Department, Mauston Ambulance Association and the Juneau County Sheriff's Department all responded to the call. Sheriff's deputies were on scene by 1:08 a.m where they advised that the structure was fully involved. Prior to arriving on the scene the call log indicates that at 1:01 a.m. the reporting party had made it into the motor home and that she was concerned about 30 German Shepard puppies that she had in the home and raises. At 1:06 a.m. communication indicates that the reporting party would like friends notified and to ask them to bring a key for the motor home. The log indicates that a transport via the Mauston EMS to Hess Memorial did occur. The Messenger is unclear if there are any additional reports other than the call log from the Juneau County Sheriff's Department. Laws While some states, like our neighbor - Minnesota, may not require breeders to hold a license, the State of
Another view of the fire on Townline Road. Wisconsin does require it of those who breed and sell a certain quantity of animals. According to the Department of Agriculture and Trade individuals and organizations needing a license are: Dog breeders selling at least 25 dogs a year, from more than three litters that they have bred. Dog breeding facilities from which at least 25 dogs a year are sold, from more than three litters. In-state dog dealers selling at least 25 dogs a year that they did not breed and raise. Out-of-state dog dealers who import at least 25 dogs a year into Wisconsin, regardless of whether they bred and raised them. Non-profit animal shelters and rescue groups sheltering/fostering at least 25 dogs a year. Animal control facilities that contract with a city, village, town or county. Breeder licensing laws such as Wisconsin's are enacted as a way to curb what many advocates say is the ever growing and under regulated commercial breeding industry. According to the American Society for the Protection and Care of Animals (ASPCA), a puppy mill is a large-scale commercial dog breeding operation that places profit over the well-being of its dogs—who are often severely neglected—and acts without regard to responsible breeding practices. Advocates from the Puppy Mill Awareness Day website warns consumers to pay attention to red flags when looking to attain a new puppy: The breeder has several breeds of dogs for sale at the same time.
The breeder offers to ship dogs to new owners, without meeting you first. The breeder will not allow customers to view their property or kennel. The breeder does not require an application or references from people buying a puppy. The breeder does not ask buyers to return the dog or contact them if at any point in the dog’s life if the owners cannot keep the dog. The breeder has a very large kennel. Owning 50 to several hundred dogs is typical. The breeder breeds females every time they come into heat. The breeder is USDAlicensed so they can sell puppies to pet stores. A USDA license is a red flag that a breeder is in the business to make money. The breeder does not screen his or her dogs for genetic defects. Juneau County's Humane Officer Kevin Luedtke said rural areas are a prime location for such operations to set up in as there are many isolated and rural properties where their business can stay hidden. He urged citizens to pay attention and report any suspicious behaviors including excessive barking from numerous dogs, and odors emanating from the property. He went on to say that mail carriers, delivery drivers, and garbage men can often spot such operations if they knew what to look for. "Citizen input is critical," he said. Reports can be made to local law enforcement who will then investigate and turn over complaints to Luedtke, or you can call Luedtke directly at 608-427-1236.
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January 2, 2014 STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee for Asset Backed Securities Corporation Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2004-HE9, c/o Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC, its attorney-in-fact, Plaintiff, Defendants. MICHELE A. BARR and JOHN DOE unknown spouse of Michele A. Barr; and GB HOME EQUITY LLC; Case No. 12-CV-150 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 July 16, 2013, in the amount of $115,127.18, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: January 21, 2014, 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 STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY AUTOVEST LLC , a Michigan Limited Liability Company Judgment Creditor, vs. Judgment Debtor, and Garnishee Defendant. CHRISTINE A LARSON 539 S ADAMS ST NEW LISBON WI 53950 Case No. 13CV241 Case Code: 30301 PUBLICATION SUMMONS THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, to the said defendant(s) You are hereby notified that the Plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit against you. The Complaint, which is attached hereto, stated the nature and basis of the legal action. Within forty (40) days of December 26, 2013, you must respond with a written answer, as that term is used in Chapter 802 of Wisconsin Statutes, to the Complaint. The Court may reject or disregard an answer that does not follow the requirements of the statutes. The answer must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is: P.O. Box 246, 200 Oak St., Mauston, WI 53948 and Plaintiff's Attorney, RESUR-
THE MESSENGER OF JUNEAU COUNTY Transfer Tax. PLACE:Lobby of the Juneau County Justice Center, located at 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin DESCRIPTION: The East Half of the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (E1/2 NW1/4 SE1/4) of Section Twenty-three (23), Township Sixteen (16) North, Range Two (2) East, EXCEPT Lot One (1) of Juneau County Certified Survey Map No. 2232 recorded in Volume 8 of CSM, Page 199, Town of Fountain, Juneau County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: N5799 Zindorff Road, Town fo Fountain. TAX KEY NO.:290100519 /s/Brent Oleson Sheriff of Juneau 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. Publish: December 26, 2013 January 2, 9, 2014 WNAXLP
GENCE LEGAL GROUP, PC, whose address is 6980 N. Port Washington Rd., Suite 204, Milwaukee, WI 53217 You may have an attorney help or represent you. If you do not provide a proper answer to the Complaint or provide a written demand for said Complaint within forty (40) days, the Court may grant a judgment against you for the award money or other legal action requested in the Complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the Complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property. Dated: December 17, 2013 RESURGENCE LEGAL GROUP, PC By One of Plaintiff's Staff Attorneys Robert I. Dorf; State Bar No. 1027887 1161 Lake Cook Road Suite E Deerfield, IL 60015 877-440-0860 Publish: December 26, 2013 January 2, 9, 2014 WNAXLP
CITY OF NEW LISBON CITY OF NEW LISBON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of new Lisbon Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on Monday, January 20, 2014 at 6:30 PM in the Community Center at City Hall. At that time, the Commission will take up the following conditional use request: 1. Parcel # 292610410, 292610410.4, and 292610410.3 – Jeff Scully, property owner and conditional use applicant. Requested use is plant and harvest corn. This property is located at 195 Bickford Street and is zoned Industrial/Commercial Park. Anyone wishing to be heard with respect to these changes should attend. City of New Lisbon Lisa Vinz, City Clerk Dated: December 17, 2013 Publish: January 2, 2014 WNAXLP
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY BMO HARRIS BANK, N.A., formerly known as Harris, N.A., as the assignee of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation as the receiver for Amcore Bank N.A., Plaintiff vs. Defendants. BEKTON INVESTMENTS, LLC FOUR BEARS CONSTRUCTION, INC. ERIC DOROBEK CHERYL DOROBEK JEFFREY P. OVERTON KARINNE OVETON HALEY PALMERSHEIM, S.C. Case No.: 2013-CV-37 Case Code:30301 Money Judgment 30303 Other Contracts 30304 Other Debtor Actions 30404 Foreclosure Mortgage By virtue of a judgment of foreclosure made in the above-entitled action, on the 30th day of July, 2013, I will sell at public auction in the main lobby of the Juneau County Justice Ctr, - 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin 53948 on the 4th day of February, 2014, at 10:00 a.m., all of the real estate and mortgaged premises directed by the Judgment to be sold, and therein described as follows: Lot Two (2) of Certified Survey Map No. 3570 recorded in the Juneau County, Register of Deeds
Office in Volume 15 of Certified Survey Maps, page 160, as Document No. 644387, located in the NE1/4-NE1/4 of Section 29, T15N, R2E, City of Elroy, Juneau County, Wisconsin. Parcel Id: 29-221-0845.17 TERMS OF SALE: Cash DOWN PAYMENT: 10% of amount bid by cash or certified check to the Juneau County Sheriff’s Department. Balance of purchase price must be paid within ten (10) days after confirmation of the sale. (The above property is located at 1717 Omaha Street) Dated at Mauston, Wisconsin this 12th day of December, 2013. /s/Brent Oleson, Sheriff of Juneau County Attorney Scott J. Grady Grady, Hayes & Neary, LLC N14 W23777 Stone Ridge Drive, Suite 200 Waukesha, WI 53188 (262) 347-2001 (262) 3472205 (Fax) THIS PROPERTY IS SOLD "AS IS" SUBJECT TO ALL LEGAL ENCUMBRANCES AND ANY OUTSTANDING AND ACCRUING REAL ESTATE TAXES, SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS, AND PENALTIES AND INTEREST, IF ANY. PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO PAY ALL TRANSFER AND RECORDING FEES UPON CONFIRMATION OF THE COURT. Publish: January 2, 9, 16 2014 WNAXLP
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY Bank of America, N.A. Plaintiff vs Defendant(s) KENNETH G. LOBENSTEIN, et al. Case No: 10 CV 77 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on June 2, 2010 in the amount of $215,217.43 the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: January 28, 2014 at 10:00 AM 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: in the main lobby of Juneau County Justice Center located at 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin
DESCRIPTION: Lot 1 of Juneau County Certified Survey Map No. 3664, recorded June 8, 2006 in Volume 16 of Certified Survey Maps, on Page 49 as Document No. 650204, being located in Outlot 49 of Miscellaneous Addition to the City of New Lisbon, Juneau County, Wisconsin. ALSO DESCRIBED AS: Lot One (1) of Juneau County Certified Survey Map No. 3664, recorded in Volume 16 of CSM, on Page 49, being located in Outlot 49 of Miscellaneous Addition to the City of New Lisbon, Juneau County, Wisconsin PROPERTY ADDRESS: 213 Welch Praire Road, New Lisbon, WI 53950 TAX KEY NO.: 292610396.01 Dated this 10 day of December, 2013. Russell J. Karnes Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1054982 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 /s/Sheriff Brent Oleson Juneau County Sheriff 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. Publish: January 2, 9, 16, 2014 WNAXLP
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ROYALL SCHOOL DISTRICT Royall School District Board Meeting Royall Intermediate School November 25, 2013 IN ATTENDANCE: BOARD: Present: McKittrick, Preuss, Friedl, Palamaruk, and Waterman. ADMINISTRATION: Gruen, D. Uppena, and Lankey. VISITORS: 23 community members attended the meeting. A list is on file in the official minutes’ book. 1. CALL TO ORDER, AGENDA VERIFICATION, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm, McKittrick presiding. It was declared an open meeting. Motion by Preuss/McKittrick to verify the agenda as presented. Motion approved 5-0. 2. CONSENT AGENDA: a. Approval of Minutes from the October 28, 2013 meeting. Approval of Receipts and Vouchers: Motion by Waterman/Friedl to approve the minutes from the October 28, 2013 regular meeting and to approve payment of vouchers and manual checks: #54909 -#54989 totaling $815.459.28. Motion approved 5-0. 3. CELEBRATE ROYALL: Darcy Uppena reported the success of the Intermediate Lock In, the great turn out and the clear benefit that it offers to the students. 4. COMMUNICATION: Communication is an open invitation to district residents to express an opinion to the Board of Education on items that relate to the District. Specific personnel matters cannot be brought before the Board. The Board reserves the right to set a time limit. Don Yahnke commented on the success that the Royall School District has had and questioned why there was a need for a referendum. Mark Gruen shared with property values continuing to decrease and increasing student enrollment along with the essential improvements the school needs is the base for going to referendum. Mark did express that it may be in the best interest of the school district that we take this next year to give the taxpayers a break which then allows the board and administration time to further research the different referendum avenues available that would be of the greatest benefit to the students and most importantly the taxpayers. Penny Zmolek spoke on behalf of the teaching staff that they have weathered the changes without complaint and continue to be dedicated to providing quality education for the students of the district and ask that the board respond favorably in their vote tonight. 5. BUSINESS: a. SCING – Motion by Preuss/Waterman to allow committee on Distance Learning to make a decision on the best way to go for the District. Motion approved 5-0. b. Personnel Cocurricular - Motion by Palamaruk/Friedl to approve the hiring of 8th Grade girls BB coach Bob Waschek and Pep Club-Winter CoAdvisors K.Ziegler and K. Mashak. Motion approved 5-0. Compensation- Teaching Staff - Motion by Friedl/Preuss to give the lanes and steps and give each teacher a $500 bonus, but not increase the cells on the salary schedule. Motion approved 4-1. Support Staff – Motion by Preuss/Friedl to give each employee a 0.33 cent raise. Motion approved 5-0. Non-union- Motion by Waterman/Palamaruk to table. Motion approved 5-0. c. Referendum- Motion by Waterman/Friedl to table discussion until January. Motion approved 5-0. 6. REPORTS: Reports were made. 7. ADJOURNMENT. Motion by Friedl/Waterman to adjourn at 7:50. Motion approved 5-0. Melanie Benson Recording Secretary Publish: January 2, 2014 WNAXLP
CITY OF NEW LISBON PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PUBLIC FACILITIES FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (CDBG-PFED) SECOND PUBLIC PARTICIPATION MEETING CITY OF NEW LISBON CITY OF NEW LISBON CITY HALL 232 W. PLEASANT STREET NEW LISBON, WI JANUARY 20, 2014 @ 6:45 PM Public Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of New Lisbon will hold a public hearing on January 20, 2014 at the New Lisbon City Hall, 232 W. Pleasant Street, New Lisbon, Wisconsin. The purpose of the public hearing is to inform the public of the progress on the industrial park improvements in the City of New Lisbon, and to request citizen input on the Community Development Block Grant-Public Facilities for Economic Development (CDBG-PFED) program which has partially funded the project. Discussion items will include a review of the current CDBG-PFED program activities, the project progress and construction activities, and CDBG-PFED program goals. At the public hearing, interested parties will be given a reasonable opportunity to provide questions or suggestions on the CDBG program. Residents of the City of New Lisbon are encouraged to attend especially residents of low-to-moderate incomes. The meeting room is handicapped accessible. Persons needing additional accessibility accommodations should contact Lisa Vinz, City Clerk at (608) 562-5213. Lisa Vinz, City Clerk Publish: January 2, 2014 WNAXLP
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CONTRIBUTED BY KARLA FAULKNER The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Eagle Country will be offering a legal and financial planning workshop on Thursday, January 9 at 1:00 p.m. at Hatch Public Library, Mauston. • Presenters will be Attorney Catherine Orton of the Curran, Hollenbeck and Orton law firm and Joan Litwitz, Program Director of the Alzheimer’s Association. • Topics covered will include: - Making legal plans that fit your needs - Legal documents you’ll need and what they mean for you - How to find legal and financial assistance
- Practical strategies for making a long-term plan of care - Tax deductions and credits - Government programs that can help pay for care This interactive presentation will be beneficial for all persons whether or not they are providing care and assistance to someone with dementia. The workshop is approximately one and a half hours in length. To register for the program call the ADRC office at 847-9371 by Monday, January 6. There is no fee to attend the workshop and written materials will be available on local resources.
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Nonsense from Nancy BY NANCY J SCHNEIDER
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HaPpY NeW YeAr to all of you. I hope the great and wondrous year 2014 will be kind to all of us. I used the word wondrous because maybe the year will have us “wondering” what is going on or what is happen14 13 15 ing. I also hope it will be a good thing that leaves us wondering and not a repeat of the year 2013. 16 18 17 This past Christmas was a wonderful Christmas. I didn’t decorate as much as I usually do, but there are some things that just 21 22 have to be part of Christmas in the Schneider house. One of those things is a manger scene 24 that goes under the Christmas tree. It is a lifesize doll that represents the baby Jesus and it’s in a straw “box” type setting with sever27 28 al lambs around it. I put a sign next to it saying “He cared enough to send His very best.” This year that set-up was constantly being 30 checked. You see, my little Squirt was sure the baby lamb was something for her to play with. I’d say no and take it away and put it 36 back under the tree. Eventually I put the lamb on top the TV cabinet. That didn’t stop 34 her though. Next thing I knew she was dragging baby Jesus around by his arm! There was no way I could convince her to let those items alone. 22. Cape Fear state, abbr. It made me remember our cat Tahrea from 24. Al Capp’s Abner. 25. With 1-down, winter footwear. many years ago. She used to curl up in the 26. Damage beyond repair. manger scene, only it was a much smaller 29. “Step on it!” version than what I use now. The figurines 30. Many millenia. were about 5” and there were a lot of them. 32. Watergate, abbr. But she could get herself tucked away behind the baby Jesus and curl around the manger and most times never knocked Mary or Joseph down. She was really quite careful and she did love to crawl in there so I tried not to scold her. This obsession of Squirts is another thing. She isn’t quite as careful and I know if given a chance she would chomp off a leg or nose or ear off that poor little lamb. She knows she’s not supposed to take it because she tries ANSWERS TO DECEMBER 26 CROSSWORD to hide and drops it as soon as she sees me 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 see her. A N A N T O N I O S It’s probably part my fault because she 9 10 A A E L D E R E A K has several stuffed animal toys that are hers 11 12 13 13 to play with so she maybe can’t tell the difN C E A F X U L G E 14 D 18 I 21 E 25 G O R 35 L
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ference. But I think she knows she’s not supposed to take baby Jesus’ lamb. So it’s been keeping me busy keeping an eye on her. So what will this year bring? One never knows. But I can assure you that life can change in an instant. We are walking proof of that. Last January I had no idea what the year 2013 was going to hold that’s for sure. Hopefully this year will be calmer and less “exciting.” There are memorable things that happened and I store those things in my memory box. That way I can take them out occasionally and re-live them if they’re good and find out what I learned if they aren’t quite such good memories. I’m truly grateful God has given me a memory to store all sorts of things. And so we embark on another year writing and reading Nonsense from Nancy. I didn’t really believe it would last this long but I’m so grateful that it has. I started writing Nonsense in January 1997 and I’ve never missed an issue yet. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you who so faithfully read my column and let me know you enjoy it. Sometimes you may disagree with me on some point and you’ve told me so. That’s okay, too. It proves you’re reading it! I must admit I have had very few objections to subjects or the way I handle them. Most of you who contact me say you relate to my writing and enjoy reading it. That’s the best thing a writer can hear. I really enjoy sharing a bit of me with you each week and hope to continue writing for many years yet. And please feel free to contact me with a comment whenever you want. I try to answer each and every one I get. So as we embark on this new year let me leave you today with this NO-nonsense thought: The blessings you receive are far greater than the burdens you experience. Remember joy is what happens when we allow ourselves to recognize how good things really are n Nancy J Schneider is a member of The Wisconsin Regional Writers Association and writes freelance. Nancy can be reached at njswritingnook@yahoo.com.
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with Royall next at 54.5 ppg. Hillsboro’s defense has allowed the fewest at 39.5 ppg, followed by Bangor, Necedah (46.25 ppg) and New Lisbon (50.75 ppg). Key games beginning the second half of the season could go into determining the conference champions. A few conference matchups that could determine the title include: January 21 – Bangor at Necedah; January 30 – Necedah at Hillsboro; February 4 – Hillsboro at Bangor; February 21 – Necedah at Bangor. Hillsboro competed in the Onalaska Luther Christmas Tournament Friday afternoon against Osseo-Fairchild. Hillsboro was unable to pas Osseo-Fairchild for a win with a final score of 66-56. The Tigers went on to play Fennimore on Saturday and came out even in tournament play with a win 49-37.
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Postage Rate Increase January 26th The Postal Regulatory Commission handed everyone who uses the mail a lump of coal on Christmas Eve: approval of the U.S. Postal Service’s proposal to raise postage rates by more than triple today’s inflation. The new rates will likely go into effect Jan. 26 if USPS elects to accept the PRC’s decision. The PRC did disagree, however, with the Postal Service’s justification for a proposed “exigency” rate increase that it lost more than 53 billion pieces of mail because of the Great Recession. Rather the PRC continues to blame Internet diversion as the principal reason for Postal Service losses. The PRC only credits the recession with less than half the USPS financial loss — but granted the increase anyway — noting USPS needs the money. National Newspaper Association President Robert M. Williams Jr., publisher of the Blackshear (GA) Times, said NNA respectfully disagrees with the Postal Service’s request as well as the commission’s decision. He insists a lack of action by Congress to enact postal reform is at the root of the problem. “We are whistling in the dark,” said Williams. “We cannot avoid the fact the Postal Service is operating in a new world. We
all are. The longer the Postal Service and lawmakers avoid reducing core costs for the delivery network, the more pain will be inflicted upon all who use the mail. Fewer and fewer customers will be paying more and more. This approved postage increase solves nothing." The Postal Rate Commission said it expects USPS to wean itself of the increase over time. Although USPS said it expects the effects of the recession to go on for an unforeseeable period, the commission declined to allow the additional $1.8 billion it expects USPS to receive in contributions to overhead to go on forever. The ruling requires USPS to provide a plan by May for eliminating the extraordinary increase over a two-year time period. Unless USPS can achieve serious reductions in operating costs without critically diminishing services, Williams is not optimistic this can happen. "This latest action by the PRC only makes the Postal Service’s survival challenge tougher and scarier. This decision opens the door to perpetual steep postage increases for American businesses, including ours, which strives to fill a deep desire by readers to receive a hard copy newspaper, even if they also read
Taking Refuge
An Outdoorsman’s Journal
BY STEVE NORLING Here we are in the New Year and it does not seem any different than the old one. I still am not spending as much time on the Necedah National Wildlife Refuge. I still have many things that I would like to do but just cannot find time for. You would think that after a person retired there would be a lot of time to do things. I find less time now than when I was working for a living. Maybe I just need to organize my time better. So here goes with my New Year’s resolutions. Some of you may want to think about some of these for yourself. By the time you read this column the visitor center should be on regular hours, Monday through Saturday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. It has been closed for Christmas week so I have not been in touch with anyone there. First of all, I resolve to spend more time doing winter things on the refuge. I resolve to do both more snowshoeing and skiing. This is something all of us can do, especially the snowshoeing. You do not even need to own snowshoes to go out and snowshoe around the refuge. There are always snowshoes to borrow at the visitor center when it is open. The only time it is questionable that there will be enough snowshoes available is when there is a snowshoeing program. For cross-country skiing, you will need your own skis. For both snowshoeing and skiing you can use any of the hiking trails and there is also a ski trail that begins just east of Headquarters Road on Grand Dike Road. Hopefully by the time I write my next column I will have skied it and will be able to let you know how the skiing is. Remember, if you are snowshoeing, stay to one side of any trail you are on so that skiers can use the other side. This is only common courtesy, which should be practiced by everyone. Speaking of snowshoeing, do not forget that there is a “Snowshoe Habitat Hike” program on Saturday, January 11th at 10:00 AM. I does not look like there will be a problem with not enough snow so come on out. The hike will be about one mile and the program will last about an hour. There will be coffee or hot cocoa after the hike to help you warm up. This is one of those times that you should bring your own snowshoes if you have them because there probably will not be enough for the whole group. Hope to see you there. Some of my other resolutions have to do with photography and hunting and fishing on the refuge. I resolve to spend more time out on the refuge with my camera, both in the winter and the other three seasons. There are many excellent photography subjects on the refuge. There are two photo blinds that are available to anyone that is willing to hike a ways on the trails. There is also the method of parking your car in a likely spot and using it as a blind. I have gotten wolf pictures, whooping crane pictures and many others from my vehicle. Also, if you are going to hike any of the trails take the camera along, as there are many opportunities to capture some excellent pictures. As for hunting and fishing, remember the refuge is not just for deer hunting. There is hunting available for turkeys, small game, upland birds and waterfowl too. Check out the hunting and fishing brochure and get the rules that are unique to the refuge and everything else is according to State DNR regulations. Fishing the refuge waters is not the greatest, but there are some good-sized northerns caught there. Again, check out the hunting and fishing brochure for special regulations. Currently Sprague and Goose pools are open to ice fishing and winter is when some of the best northerns are caught there. Get your tip ups out and go on out on the ice and give it a try. I did not get out there last year but hope to this year. My one big resolution for 2014 is to spend one day per week on the refuge, not doing volunteer work, but enjoying myself and the greatness of the refuge. Until next week, “See you at the refuge.”
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online.” NNA Postal Committee Chair Max Heath said he is also disappointed the exigency rate increase is granted. Heath notes that although USPS certainly has been impacted by the recession, so has its customers and raising postage rates now is ill-advised. “We calculated increases up to 7 percent for some of our critical newspaper mail categories. To the extent that USPS suffered from the recession, so did our business," said Heath. "It is too bad the law doesn’t allow for an “exigent decrease” in postage so we, who must respond to market realities, could be made whole as well.” Williams said NNA will renew its efforts to seek prudent postal reform legislation during the annual Newspapers Leadership Summit March 13, 2014, when publishers visit Capitol Hill to urge action. The National Newspaper Association is a 2,200 member organization of community newspapers. Founded in 1885, it represents newspapers in every state and encompasses weeklies and small daily newspapers providing local news and information to their communities. More about NNA: www.nnaweb.org.
Living the Good Life on Long Lake BY MARK WALTERS Hello friends, Ice fishing, while winter camping, is probably my most challenging pursuit in a year’s time. Staying comfortable and catching fish are always the two main goals. This past weekend I had a great trip, which in large part was due to several “scouting missions” by my good pals from the Cumberland area, Paul Bucher and Preston Johnson. Saturday, December 21st High 18, low 4 Washburn Counties, Long Lake would be the destination for myself, my 20-year-old stepson, Joey Dushek as well as my pup Fire! Good luck kind of came our way on Interstate 94 when we saw a propane tank on the side of the road. Last winter I was on my way to Fox Lake and I lost two 20pounders when my end gate came open. Today, with a bit of maneuvering, I picked up one full 20-pounder. So we meet our buddies Bucher and Johnson and follow them onto Long Lake (3200 acres) which until today I have never seen. These guys have absolutely been hammering the walleye with a couple of nights where they caught over 30fish including a 31-incher that is going to be living on Paul’s wall. Today our guide would be Preston, as he wanted to check out a new spot because there were too many people at the other honey holes. Basically, Preston wanted to fish the weed edge in 15-feet of water. We would find the mid 20’s with my brand spanking new Jiffy Model 4 propane auger and drill holes until we hit 15. While we were doing this my buddy Paul decided to ignore the work load for a bit as he had tried jigging and was totally pounding 9-12 inch crappie and 7-9 inch bluegill. It was at this time it became kind of obvious that I had made a large mistake. Thinking that this was a straight tip up trip I had left my Vexilar at home (very large mistake). Anyways, the guys were just a hammering the panfish and I concentrated on building camp, which is actually a big job. The panfish were suspending from 2-8 feet off the bottom and I sucked hind u know what when I tried to catch them. Meanwhile, our buddy Tony “Ficosomething” Ficocello pulled into camp and we had the makings of a first rate good time on the ice. Fico and Bucher were my partners in South Dakota last September when we trounced the walleye and perch in that state (I wrestled that weekend, and again the next weekend, much pain and a limp since)! We were kind of thinking that we going to put a hurting on the “eyes” once it became dark but that was not the case and it was a very good thing for the panfish success and a first rate experience socializing with my pals. About 8:00 we did start getting some flags and Mr. Bucher, Johnson and Dushek did pretty well for themselves; I tied with Ficosomething, only because he did not have any tip ups out. The walleye have to be 18-inches to be kept here and by the time Paulie finished cooking our spaghetti dinner (well after midnight) I think we had five real tasty morsels flopping on the ice. You know the gang is tired when everyone decided to pull their tip ups for the night and while this is happening a 19 and 26-incher are caught and the gang still hits the hay. The following day it was just Joey and myself, we worked the tip ups hard and did not catch much. I was a Neanderthal this weekend and did not give up with my jig pole! About noon I got my touch and sat outside until a half hour after dark just a jigging away and catching beautiful panfsh. As usual, Joey and I gave it everything that we had and actually broke camp with the headlights of my truck (a rather brutal job). Breaking camp in the dark can be mind-boggling.
My pickup has to be packed perfectly to get everything in it and like the rest of this trip it was snowing. I did the 170-mile drive home on a snow-covered highway and there is no way I was doing any fancy maneuvers for a 20-pound propane tank unless it was to avoid a collision. We gave it everything that we had and is always the case, were well rewarded for our efforts. Confuscious says, always bring Vexilar if you own one! Sunset
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