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THE AWARD WINNING OFFICIAL LEGAL NEWSPAPER OF JUNEAU COUNTY
Three charged in 2006 arson case
THURSDAY, January 3, 2013
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Necedah woman charged with child abuse
BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD On Thursday, December 26, Juneau County Assistant District Attorney Clifford Burdon filed arson charges against three males for a December 27, 2006 fire in the Town of The deputy spoke BY EVA MARIE Necedah. Joseph Neduzak of Necedah, Brian Hulsey of with a witness on the WOYWOD Arkdale and Curt Wassen of Lena, WI have all been charged scene, the mother's Just one week before with a felony charge of Arson of Building with intent to Larry Defraud. Christmas, a rural boyfriend, who stated the Trusty, According to the criminal complaint the investigation was Necedah woman, first opened when on December 27, 2006 a fire occurred at Christine Chouinard, was fight started when the N11034 17th Ave in the Town of Necedah. The case was origplaced on a $5,000 signa- young girl supposedly inally handled by Juneau County Sheriff Department detective ture bond with the restric- had not done her Tom Czys. tion that she not have con- chores. He went on to The report states that Det. Czys requested assistance from tact with her children. state that Chouinard the Wisconsin Department of Criminal Investigations, Fire Chouinard is facing a had thrown the girl on Marshall Unit. Agent James Siehler was assigned to the case. felony charge of Child a chair and "began to The complaint states that in 2006 Agent Siehler believed the Abuse with the High pound on her with her fire to have been started in the northeast bedroom of the resiProbability of Causing fist." Trusty alleged that dence on the property. Great Harm, a misdeThe day after the fire Detective Czys interviewed Joseph meanor charge of Battery Chouinard also used a leather belt on the girl, Neduzak who reportedly stated that he and his children lived and a Disorderly Conduct striking her in the at the residence four weeks prior to the fire and that at the time charge. head and shoulders. of the fire he had been remodeling the residence. The charges stem from a The complaint goes on to state that in 2006 Neduzak December 7 incident at He is said to have expressed to Detective Czys that on the day of the fire he had that the home in the Town of claimed Christine Chouinard been working at the residence along with Husley and Wassen, Armenia. According to the Chouinard sat on the although when they left the residence nearly three hours prior criminal complaint girl's chest, kicked her to the fire being called in to dispatch. Neduzak then reported in the legs, and ed at the squalor these preparing meals for the Deputy Jeffrey Ready he only became aware of the fire from his son who had been at responded to the call of a grabbed her by the hair children and adults were children. There were seva friend's house which was just down the road from the fire jerking her head back- living in. The house had eral cats running about the domestic disturbance. location. Upon arrival he reported wards. The incident, the permeating odor of cat house along with some in In February 2007 Det. Czys and Agent Siehler interviewed that he was met by a according to Trusty, lasted urine. There was garbage confinement. I saw at least Hulsey and Wassen who had confirmed Neduzak's statement. young male who claimed approximately 45 minutes. stacked at a minimum of 3 two dogs at the residence. The case then went cold until August of this year when In his report Deputy feet deep in the living This residence was not fit that his mother had been Agent Siehler contacted the Juneau County Sheriff's Office to Ready stated that during room and kitchen. The for children to live in, or beating his sister. close or further the 2006 arson case. Detective Randy In speaking with the his interview with the floor had not been cleaned anyone for that matter." Georgeson was assigned to assist. Next Steps then 14 year old girl she alleged victim he noted in months if not years. The During an August 2012 interview with Neduzak he reportChouinard is scheduled had claimed the mother the girl had a "mental dis- stove had so much stuff edly stated that during the remodeling of the residence things stacked on top of it that I for a March 12, 2013 plea had punched her in the ability." kept going wrong, and that at the time he was concerned about In his report he wrote could tell it had not been hearing. She is being repeye, bit her on the arm, his mother's health as well as had been experiencing financial about the condition of the used in sometime, so not resented by attorney pinched her legs and sat issues. residence: "I was astound- sure how they were Elizabeth Mitchell. on her chest. Neduzak allegedly confirmed that prior to the fire he had a conversation with Wassen and Hulsey about "just burning the house down to get rid of the problems." He went on to state that on the day of the fire he was working with Wassen at the residence and that Hulsey arrived to help. After having issues with lighting the basement furnace Neduzak stated Wassen become angry and "disgusted and proceed to go to the upstairs. Neduzak then claimed Wassen then came back downstairs minutes later statBY EVA MARIE WOYWOD ing, "We got to go" meaning to Neduzak that Wassen had started the home on fire. On December 26 Juneau County Assistant District Attorney Jake Westman charged 24 year Neduzak claimed when all three left the residence they made a vow to stick together on the old Charles Premo of Hillsboro with a felony count of identity theft. same stories. The charge against Premo stems from a November 6 incident at Mile Bluff Medical Center. According to the complaint through out the next months of the investigation Neduzak coopMauston officer Mike Zilisch responded to the call at the center's Urgent Care department. erated and recorded multiple phone conversations with Wassen and Hulsey, as well as met in In speaking with staff at the center Zilisch learned that Premo had already received medperson with Hulsey. ical treatment when staff noticed discrepancies in the patient's signature. The discrepancies It was in those conversations investigators reportedly received confirmation of Neduzak's appeared on the consent form where he began to sign his name Charles and then crossed it story. out and replaced it with Chad M. Premo. Staff relayed to officer Zilisch that they believed In September Det. Georgeson conducted an interview with Hulsey who reportedly stuck to Charles and Chad were twins. the 2006 claim that the three had already left the residence when the fire started. Attempts by law enforcement to interview Wassen have gone Just days after the incident Zilisch contacted Chad Premo who now resides in Minnesota. unanswered. The man confirmed he had a twin named Charles, and stated that he had not given his brothNext Steps er permission or consent to use his name. Neduzak and Hulsey are both scheduled for a January 23 iniIn his report officer Zilisch stated he had made attempts to contact Charles Premo for an tial appearance in Juneau County Circuit Court. Law enforceinterview about the incident but has been unable to reach him. ment has been unable to make contact with Wassen. When the Premo is scheduled for an initial appearance in Juneau County Circuit Court on January charges were filed against him a warrant was also issued. 23, 2013.
Hillsboro man charged with identity theft
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Obituaries RODNEY DEAN THERKELSEN
Rodney Dean Therkelsen, age 56 of New Lisbon, lost his battle with prostate cancer on December 20, 2012. He died peacefully at home with his family by his side. Rodney was the son of William and Marjorie (Barnes) Therkelsen and was born on April 30, 1956 in Racine, WI. He attended the Horlick High School in Racine, WI. Rodney was united in marriage to Tammi Jean Rogers on May 29, 1975 in Mauston, WI. Rod was an ASE Certified Master Mechanic. He was an auto technician for 36 years, and has worked for and Marston Motors in Minoqua, WI, Kastner Brothers in Mauston, and Rudig-Jensen in New Lisbon. He also loved carpentry, fishing, and socializing with family and friends. He is survived by his wife Tammi of New Lisbon, three sons; Shawn of Sparta, Shennan (Becky) of Marshfield, WI, and Shea of New Lisbon, and four daughters; Tera (Vince) Paulson of New Lisbon, Tiffany Wirrer of Rock Springs, WI, Taylor Therkelsen of Mauston, and Tonya Therkelsen of New Lisbon, by six grandchildren, Donald, Tamera, Chase, Reign, Ivory, and Hailey, and by his parents, Bill and Marge Therkelsen of Nekoosa, WI, 2 sisters Billie Ann (Bernie) Lotter of Necedah, and Jodi Hendrickson of Nekoosa, and a brother Will (Roxann) Therkelsenof Colorado. Rod was preceded in death by his grandparents, and a nephew. A memorial service to celebrate Rod’s life will be held at a later date. The Hare Funeral Home in New Lisbon is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences are available at www.harefuneralhome.com
EUGENE “GENE” DOWNING
Eugene “Gene” Downing 71, Wonewoc, died Sunday December 23, 2012 at St. Joseph G-L Hospital. He was born August 9, 1941 in Monroe County Wisconsin the son of Ernest and Stella (Reynes) Downing. He married Lacella Krause June 13, 1959. Gene was a farmer who loved his farm and horses, building and repairing buggies and sleighs, for taking the kids on fun rides. He loved spending time with his family and friends and had the great gift of B.S.ing and socializing. He enjoyed tinkering and fixing old farm machines. He is survived by his wife of 53 years Lacella; A daughter, Cindy (David) Seitz; Two sons Samuel Downing, Rick (Bernadine) Downing; Three brothers, Roger (Linda) Downing, Gaylord (Irene) Downing, Nolen (Janice) Downing; Four grandchildren, Billy Jo, Thomas, Tiffany, and Kristopher; Four great grandchildren, Kailey, Ethan, Gabriel, and Clayton; Numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, son Anthony, a sister Sharon, four brothers Ernest, David, Ronald, and Richard, step brother Eddie Birdd. Funeral services for Gene were held 3:00 P.M. Saturday December 29, 2012 at Thompson Funeral Home 402 Center St. Wonewoc, WI; with Pastor Peter Snyder officiating. In lieu of flowers memorials in his name may be made to the family. Thompson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
HOWARD “HOWIE” FIELD
Howard “Howie” Field 74, Wonewoc died Tuesday December 18, 2012. He was born March 22, 1928 the son of Gordon and Edna (Harmel) Field. Howie spent many years working for Ray O Vac, and several years as a pin setter for the bowling alley where he could keep ten bowlers scores in his head as he set the pins. He loved fishing with his mom and loved his cats. Howie is survived by a sister Bonnie Palumbo; Two brothers, Russell Field and Roger (Dorothy Purnell) Field; Two nephews and a niece. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Robert. Funeral services were held 2:00 P.M. Thursday December 27, 2012 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, with Pastor Peter Snyder officiating. Burial followed in St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery. Thompson Funeral Home 402 Center St. Wonewoc is assisting the family with arrangements.
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PHILLIP F. MARKGRAF
Phillip F. Markgraf, 95 of Elroy and formerly of Kendall, died Sunday, December 23, 2012 at the Heritage Manor, Elroy. He was born on February 17, 1917 to Arnie and Rachel (Saeger) Markgraf in Monroe County west of Kendall. On April 12, 1940, Phillip was united in marriage to Dorothy Hahn at St. John Lutheran Church, Kendall by Reverend L.A. Witte. She preceded him in death on August 20, 2008. Together they farmed in the town of Glendale until 1969 when they moved to Kendall. He worked for Badger Ordinance and also at the Holiday Inn, Tomah for several years. Phillip enjoyed tinkering with wood; working in his garage, he enjoyed gathering and cracking walnuts, and patchwork quilting with his wife. He was a faithful member of Zion Lutheran Church in Elroy for many years. Phillip will be remembered for his good sense of humor and his teasing of his daughters, for having root beers with grandpa, KFC dinners, and visits to “No Man’s Land.” He was a devoted husband and loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He is survived by four daughters, Myrna (Francis) Callaway of Readstown, Sharon (Larry) Dopson of Kendall, Judith (Edward) Terpstra of Delavan, Kathy (Roger) Friday of Tomah, 10 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and a grandson-in-law, a brother-in-law, Vilas Hahn of Wonewoc, many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Dorothy, and a granddaughter Linda Steckler. Funeral Services were held on Thursday, December 27, 2012, 11:00 A.M. at Zion Lutheran Church, 520 Franklin St., Elroy. Pastor Conrad Prell officiated. Burial was in the Glendale Cemetery. The Smith-Nelson Funeral Home, Kendall is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be given at www.sonnenburgfamilyfh.com
NORMAN V. HANSEN
Norman V. Hansen, 87, of the Town of Fountain died, Friday, December 21, 2012 at the Rolling Hills Rehabilitation Center. He was born to Gotfred and Louisa (Servais) Hansen in Juneau County. Norman was a hard worker and loved to farm. He farmed with his brother Robert in the Town of Fountain for many many years. His life was devoted to farming although he did do a little tinkering with woodworking. He will be sadly missed by all that knew and loved him. He is survived by his brother Clayton (Marion) Hansen of Clifton, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by 10 sisters and brothers, Georgina Oliver and her husband’s Fred Bates and James Oliver, Freda (Emmet) Doyle, Lavina (George) Tatnall, Charles Hansen, Mayme Schaub and her husband’s Ted Coleman, and John Schaub, Elizabeth Goetz and her husband’s Carl Wallace and Joseph Goetz, Lucille (Gerald) O’Gara, Caroline (Louis) Schaub, Robert (Bernice) Hansen, Shirley (Hilbert) Kuderer, a sister-in-law Isabella Hansen. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Wednesday, December 26. 2012, 11:00 A.M. at St. James the Less Catholic Church in Camp Douglas. Father George Graham officiated. Burial was in the church cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to www.sonnenburgfamilyfh.com
NATHAN L. TOWNE
Nathan L. Towne, age 33 years, of the Hillsboro and Wonewoc areas, passed away on Saturday, December 22, 2012 at Kenosha, Wisconsin. He was born on March 10, 1979 to Laurie Towne and Shawn Galvin in Brookfield, Wisconsin. Survivors include his children, Dylan, Cameron and Jordan; mother, Laurie (Jeff) Geary; father, Shawn Galvin; stepfather, Thomas Griffa; brothers and sisters, Tamara (Daniel) Skrzypek, Darrell Galvin, Nicole (Travis) Revels, Andrea (Joel) Good, Megan (Richard) Good and Travis Towne; grandmother, Shirley Strait; great grandmother, Dorothy Durkee; nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Montie Strait. A memorial gathering of family and friends in celebration of Nathan’s life will be held on Thursday, January 3, 2013 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Firemen’s Community Center in Hillsboro. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to the family would be appreciated.
January 3, 2013
The Messenger of Juneau County
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January 3, 2013 STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY GLENADEAN SONNENBERG, Plaintiff, vs. Defendants. RODNEY R. SONNENBERG Tax Parcel I.D. Number: 29036TSU484; and MARCIA R. SONNENBERG Tax Parcel I.D. Number: 29036TSU484; 29036TSU494; 29036TSU590; 29036TSU488; 29036TSU492 File No. 12-CV-316 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, by virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on December 10, 2012, in the amount of $132,043.72, the Sheriff, or his assignee, will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, January 15, 2013, at 10:05 o’clock A.M. TERMS: Pursuant to said judgment, 10% of the successful bid must be paid to the Clerk of Courts Office at the time of the sale in cash, cashier’s check, money order, or certified funds, payable to the Clerk of Courts Office. Personal checks cannot and will not be accepted. The balance of the successful bid must be paid to the Clerk of Courts Office in cash, cashier’s check, money order, or certified funds, no later than ten days after the Court’s confirmation of the sale or else the 10% down payment is forfeited to the plaintiff. The property is sold “as is”, is not available for viewing, and subject to all liens, encumbrances and unpaid real estate taxes. PLACE: Juneau County Justice Center, 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin DESCRIPTION: See attached Schedule PROPERTY ADDRESS: N1392 County Road I, Wonewoc, Wisconsin 53968 SCHEDULE FOR SONNENBERG NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE: A parcel of land in the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SW ¼ SW ¼), in Section 16, Township 14 North, Range 3 East described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest corner of Section Sixteen (16), Township Fourteen (14) North, Range (3) East; thence East 1312.2 feet along the south line of said Section Sixteen (16) to the point of beginning; thence N 6°04' W, 447.0 feet; thence N 9°27' W, 269.0 feet; thence N 7°34' W 784.0 feet to the centerline of C.T.H. "I"; thence northeasterly along the centerline of said C.T.H. "I" to the East line of the West Half of the Southwest Quarter (W ½ SW ¼); the South along said East line to the point of beginning. EXCEPT a part of the West Half of the Southwest Quarter (W ½ SW ¼) of Section 16, Township 14 North, Range 3 East and described as follows: All of the land in the above described tract which lies 33 feet from and parallel to the following described centerline: Commencing at a point on the west side of Section 16, which point is 882 feet north of the Southwest corner of Section 16; thence easterly along the arc of a 10° curve to the right a dis-
THE MESSENGER OF JUNEAU COUNTY - NOTICES tance of 156 feet; thence N 76°30' E a distance of 111 feet; thence following the arc of a 4° curve to the left whose back tangent has a bearing a N 76°30' E a distance of 341 .5 feet; thence N 62°50' E a distance of 120 feet; thence following the arc of an 8° curve to the right whose back tangent has a bearing of N 62°50' E a distance of 207.5 feet; thence N 79°26' E a distance of 180 feet; thence following the arc of a 30° curve to the left whose back tangent has a bearing of N 79°26' a distance of 44 feet. Said parcel contains 0.12 acres exclusive of that previously acquired for highway purposes. ALSO EXCEPTING a part of the Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (NW ¼ SW ¼) of Section 16, Township 14 North, Range 3 East, and described as all of the land in the above described tract which lies 33 feet from and parallel to the following described centerline: Commencing at a point on the west side of Section 16, which point is 882 feet north of the southwest corner of Section 16; thence easterly along the arc of a 10° curve to the right a distance of 156 feet; thence N 76°30' E a distance of 111 feet; thence following the arc of a 4° curve to the left whose back tangent has a bearing of N 76°30' East, a distance of 341.5 feet; thence N 62°50' E a distance of 120 feet; thence following the arc of an 8° curve to the right whose back tangent has a bearing of N 62°50' E a distance of 207.5 feet; thence N 79°26' E a distance of 180 feet; thence following the arc of a 30° curve to the left whose back tangent has a bearing of N 79° 26' a distance of 44 feet. Will require 50 feet of R/W for the last 250 feet. Said parcel contains about .13 acres exclusive of that previously acquired for highway purposes. AND The Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NE ¼ NW ¼), except the south twenty-four (24) rods thereof in Section Twenty-one (21); and all that part of the Southeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (SE ¼ NW ¼) and of the East Half of the Southwest Quarter (E ½ SW ¼) of Section Sixteen (16), as lies south of the Wonewoc and Mauston Road, excepting however from the East Half of the Southwest Quarter (E ½ SW ¼) of Section Sixteen (16), a part of same described as follows: Commencing at the northeast corner of said East Half of the Southwest Quarter (E ½ SW ¼) running thence west on the north line of said eighty, forty (40) rods; thence in a direct line to the southeast corner of said East Half of the Southwest Quarter (E ½ SW ¼), thence north on the east line of same to place of beginning, said exception containing about (20) acres of land, all of said lands being in Township Fourteen (14) North of Range Three (3) East, Juneau County, Wisconsin. ALSO EXCEPTING all of the land in the above described tract which lies 33 feet from and parallel to the following described centerline: Commencing at a point on the west sixteenth line which point is 13.3 feet north of the south side of said Section 16, thence northerly along said sixteenth line whose
a 4° curve to the right a distance of 271 feet, thence northerly 38 feet to the arc of a 12° curve to the right whose back tangent is N 16°30' E a distance of 494.4 feet, thence northeasterly 130 feet to the arc of a 16° curve to the right whose back tangent has a bearing of N 64°0' E for a distance of 50 feet. Said parcel contains about 0.17 acres exclusive of that previously acquired for highway purposes. Exceptions: Conveyance of land for Highway purposes recorded May 21, 1959, at Volume 159 of Deeds, Page 364, as Document No. 198232. Conveyance of land for Highway purposes recorded June 11, 1959, at Volume 159 of Deeds, Page 389, as Document No. 198374. Conveyance of land for Highway purposes recorded June 11, 1959, at Volume 159 of Deeds, Page 390, as Document No. 198375. Easement granted to General Telephone Company of Wisconsin recorded March 1, 1974, at Volume 212 of Records, Page 710. Individual Conveyance of Easement recorded June 23, 1981, at Volume 270 of Records, Page 358, as Document No. 266014.
/s/ Brent Oleson Sheriff of Juneau County ATTORNEY INFORMTION: Attorney Thomas J. Casey Curran, Hollenbeck & Orton, S.C.111 Oak Street, Post Office Box 140 Mauston, Wisconsin 53948-0140 (608) 847-7363 Sales are subject to cancellation at any time without notice. Publish: December 27, 2012 January 3, 10, 2013 WNAXLP
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY BANK OF MAUSTON, Plaintiff, vs. Defendants. ESTATE OF LEONARD A. JONES, Tax Parcel I.D. Number: 29024 TLY 1074 TINA M. PAYTON, a/k/a TINA M. JONES, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA) N.A.,CREATIVE FINANCE, INC.,MILE BLUFF CLINIC, LLP and UNIFUND CCR PARTNERS, Case No. 12-CV-295 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, by virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on December 3, 2012, in the amount of $61,251.87, the Sheriff, or his assignee, will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, January 15, 2013, at 10:10 o’clock A.M. TERMS: Pursuant to said judgment, 10% of the successful bid must be paid to the Clerk of Courts Office at the time of the sale in cash, cashier’s check, money order, or certified funds, payable to the Clerk of Courts Office. Personal checks cannot and will not be accepted. The balance of the successful bid must be paid to the Clerk of Courts Office in cash, cashier’s check, money order, or certified funds, no later than ten days after the Court’s confirmation of the sale or else the 10% down payment is forfeited to the plaintiff. The property is sold “as is”, is not available for viewing, and subject to all liens, encumbrances and unpaid real estate taxes. PLACE: Juneau County Justice Center, 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin
DESCRIPTION: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 30, Township 14 North, Range 6 East, which is bounded by a line described as follows: Beginning at a point in the centerline of U.S. Highway 12 and 16, which point is 208.25 feet Northwesterly from the center of the cattle pass across said highway, which cattle pass is 650 feet Northwesterly from the South line of said Northwest 1/4 of Section 30, thence North 61 degrees East, 242 feet; thence North 353.5 feet; thence North 69 degrees 30' West, 229 feet; thence North 7.10 degrees (previously described as 10.7 degrees) East, 163 feet; thence South 61 degrees West, 153 feet; thence South 29 degrees East, 208.5 feet; thence South 61 degrees West, 208.5 feet to the centerline of said U.S. Highway 12 and 16, thence Southeasterly along the centerline of said Highway 12 and 16 406.5 feet to the place of beginning. This legal description is intended to include a 28x60 Mobile Home, Serial Number 06L30120XU. PROPERTY ADDRESS: N758 Highway 12 and 16, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 Dated this 10th day of December, 2012. /s/ Brent Oleson Sheriff of Juneau County ATTORNEY INFORMATION: Attorney Thomas J. Casey Curran, Hollenbeck & Orton, S.C. 111 Oak Street, Post Office Box 140 Mauston, Wisconsin 53948-0140 (608) 847-7363 Sales are subject to cancellation at any time without notice. Publish: December 20, 27, 2012 January 3, 2013 WNAXLP
Rights of the public, the State of Wisconsin, the municipality, the County and the Township in and to that part of the premises in question taken, used, or dedicated for roads, streets, alleys, or highways. Any and all matters of public record and special taxes or assessments levied or to be levied for the current and subsequent years; encroachments, overlaps, boundary line disputes, easements or claims of easements not shown by public records and any claim of adverse possession or prescriptive easement. Agreement entered into with the CRP, program Agreement No. 1825 Dated this 14th day of December, 2012.
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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY THE NECEDAH BANK, Plaintiff, vs. Defendants. BRIAN W. THOMAS and GRACE A. THOMAS f/k/a Grace A. Uksas, and STATE OF WISCONSIN, Case No. 10-CV-150 Foreclosure of Mortgage 30404 Tax ID No. 29161151.012; 29161151.006 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, by virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on May 25, 2010, in the amount of $52,594.94, the Sheriff, or his assignee, will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at 10:20 o’clock A.M. TERMS: Pursuant to said judgment, 10% of the successful bid must be paid to the Clerk of Courts Office at the time of the sale in cash, cashier’s check, money order, or certified funds, payable to the Clerk of Courts Office. Personal checks cannot and will not be accepted. The balance of the successful bid must be paid to the Clerk of Courts Office in cash, cashier’s check, money order, or certi-
fied funds, no later than ten days after the Court’s confirmation of the sale or else the 10% down payment is forfeited to the plaintiff. The property is sold “as is”, is not available for viewing, and subject to all liens, encumbrances and unpaid real estate taxes. PLACE: Juneau County Justice Center, 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin DESCRIPTION: Lot 6 of Assessors Plat #3, Village of Necedah, Juneau County, Wisconsin. Also Lot One (1), Block Two (2) of Kingston’s Addition to the Village of Necedah, per recorded plat thereof, now know as Lot Three (3) of Assessor’s Plat No. Three (3). PROPERTY ADDRESS: 602 Winker Street, Necedah, Wisconsin 54646. Dated this 27th day of November, 2012 /s/ Brent Oleson Sheriff of Juneau County ATTORNEY INFORMATION: Attorney Thomas J. Casey Curran, Hollenbeck & Orton, S.C. 111 Oak Street, Post Office Box 140 Mauston, Wisconsin 53948-0140 (608) 847-7363 Sales are subject to cancellation at any time without notice. Publish: December 20, 27, 2012 January 3, 2013 WNAXLP
VILLAGE OF CAMP DOUGLAS Application has been made to the CAMP DOUGLAS VILLAGE BOARD for the following beer license for the period beginning January 10, 2013 and ending June 30, 2013: Gurdeep Grewal, 200 Hwy 12 & 16, Camp Douglas, WI 54618. “Class B” Beer (for consumption on the premises) at the premises known as Home Front Travel Mart, 200 Hwy 12 & 16 Camp Douglas, WI 54618. License application will be considered by the Village Board at the regular meeting to be held January 9, 2012, at 6:30 PM at the Village Hall. Publish: January 3, 2013 WNAXLP
CITY OF ELROY CITY OF ELROY PUBLIC NOTICE THE COMMON COUNCIL WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING TUESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2013, AT 7:00 PM, IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL LOCATED AT 225 MAIN STREET TO CONSIDER AN APPLICATION FOR A PROPERTY REZONE FOR NALANI BEVER. THE APPLICANT IS REQUESTING TO REZONE VACANT PARCEL #29221391 AND #29221138 FROM SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO INDUSTRIAL ON 2ND MAIN STREET. Mark Stanek, Mayor Publish: Jnauary 3, 2013 WNAXLP
TOWN OF NECEDAH TAX COLLECTIONS TOWN OF NECEDAH The Necedah Town Treasurer will be collecting taxes for the tax district on each Saturday throughout the month of January. Collections will be from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the municipal hall, 101 Center Street, Necedah. I WILL NOT collect taxes at my home unless through the mail. Richard G. Baumgart Treasurer, Town of Necedah Publish: January 3, 2013 WNAXLP
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January 3, 2013
Log Cabin Deli opens in Mauston BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD Jason and Sheila Rodebaugh are not only married but now they are neighbors in business on
Mauston's newly named Gateway Avenue. With only two weeks left to go in 2012 Shelia opened the doors to a new business in Mauston, Log Cabin Deli. The deli
shares a drive thru with J&S Liquors, a business where Jason can often be found helping customers and stocking shelves. Opening the doors to the
The new deli has already gained a lot of foot traffic into the store for lunches and fresh products.
Log Cabin Deli was a process that started earlier this year and began with razing part of the building that once was called the Garden Valley Restaurant. Newly renovated, the deli will not bring back memories of the restaurant that once was, as everything from the entrance into the building and decor has changed. The selection at the deli is vast, however, there is a focus on Wisconsin cheese, sausage and other speciality items. According to Shelia, fresh made quality food is what the Log Cabin is bringing in and already building foot traffic and repeat customers to the new business. Sandwiches are made to order on fresh baked breads and can be served alongside with salads that are made on premise everyday. Every day new items are being stocked on the shelves, including in the freezer where fresh frozen seafood can be bought. When asked why they decided to open the deli Shelia remarked it has always been a dream of hers
to own such a place. She went on to state that having Jason next door at the liquor store has already been helpful. "I know where I can run when I need singles or some change." The Log Cabin Deli is
located at 517 State Highway 82 E. You can contact the store at 548-4610 or even visit them on the web at _www.logcabindeliandc h e e s e . c o m _ (http://www.logcabindeliandcheese.com)
Courtesy parking passes available BY KATHY BEHNKE Mile Bluff has a committee that is focused on continually enhancing the patient experience. One way the group learns of opportunities for improvement is by reviewing comments from patient satisfaction surveys. Utilizing some of the survey results, the committee was able to identify the need for additional handicap parking. Until recently, there were only a few handicap parking spaces offered at Mile Bluff's main campus. Through work of the Patient and Resident Experience Committee, an employee parking lot was converted into a patient parking lot that provides an additional 13 handicap spaces. The new lot can be utilized by anyone with a handicap permit, as well as by those who have a special courtesy pass from Mile Bluff. "The special courtesy parking tags are for those who have trouble getting around, but do not have an actual handicap permit," explained Patient and Resident Experience Committee co-chairs Mary Crowley and Brenda Totzke. They continued, "The passes are available for temporary issues. Mile Bluff's staff members will distribute passes as they identify needs; however, patients are also able to request the courtesy tags when making appointments or when visiting the facility." In discussing the advantages of the cour-
PRESENTATION Leah Day presents cookie cutter collection at Terrace Heights. On Monday, December 17 the tenants of Terrace Heights Retirement Community enjoyed viewing and learning about Leah Day's large collection of cookie cutters. Leah has been collecting cookie cutters since the 1960s. In the spirit of Christmas, Leah brought along many of her Christmas cutters, some of which came from Europe. "I like collecting cookie cutters because it reminds me of when I used to make cookies with my mother," explained Leah. "We always had a day designated to making Christmas cookies during the holiday season." This is just one of the many events held each year at Terrace Heights Retirement Community. Call 608-847-2377 and find out what events are coming up. Also, ask about a tour of the facility - apartments are now available.
tesy passes, Mary stated, "They make parking and getting into the building easier for those who might find it challenging." She added, "The passes are to be hung on the rearview mirror, but for safety reasons should be removed when driving." Some of the many who might benefit from the passes: -an elderly wife who is visiting her husband in the hospital, and has trouble walking long distances -the father bringing his four children to visit mom and the newest addition to the family -a cardiac rehabilitation patient who tires easily with physical activity -the patient who is starting physical therapy after a knee replacement and has difficulty getting around The courtesy parking lot is located next to the Rehabilitation Services Department on the side of the hospital. The location provides a level surface for individuals to get from their cars to the main entrance of the medical center, instead of requiring visitors to make their way up an incline to enter the building. "We base our decisions on the needs of our patients," explained Brenda. "Through the satisfaction survey process, we hear the voice of the patient, which helps guide us toward further enhancing the patient experience."
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folio to ensure it still reflects your target mix of investments, based on your longterm goals and your risk tolerance. Diversify — A broadly diversified portfolio can help you navigate “bumps,” “cliffs” and other rugged investment terrain. (Keep in mind, though, that while diversification can reduce the impact of market volatility, it can’t guarantee profits or protect against all losses.) Upgrade investment quality — Generally speaking, higher-quality investments are better positioned to withstand the tempests of volatile financial markets. Consequently, when investing in stocks, look for companies with solid track records, strong management and competitive products. And when purchasing bonds, seek those that earn the highest grades from the independent rating agencies.
Now, let’s turn to taxes. Even if taxes on income, capital gains and dividends do rise, they will still, in all likelihood, be much lower than they’ve been at various points in the past. Nonetheless, you may want to consider a variety of steps, including the following: Take advantage of tax deferred vehicles. Contribute as much as possible to your traditional IRA, your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan, and any education savings accounts you may have, such as a 529 plan. Convert your traditional IRA to a Roth IRA. A Roth IRA provides tax-free earnings, provided you don’t start taking withdrawals until you’re 59-1/2 and you’ve had your account for at least five years. (Be aware, though, that this con-
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version is taxable, and may not be appropriate if you don’t have money readily available in other accounts to pay the taxes.) Consider municipal bonds. If you’re in one of the upper tax brackets, you could benefit from investing in “munis,” which pay interest that’s free of federal taxes, and possibly state and local taxes as well. Above all else, don’t abandon your long-term plans due to short-term uncertainty — and avoid making unwarranted and extreme changes to your portfolio. By staying focused on your goals, and by making well-thought-out moves at the right time, you can help prevent your financial goals from going “over a cliff.”
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Christmas wish comes true for Elroy Theatre BY TASHA MUELLER It really was a Christmas miracle. For the last two months, current owner of the Elroy Movie Theatre Kari Preuss, has been trying her hardest to receive a film copy of "Mary Poppins" or "It's a Wonderful Life" to show for Christmas. The company she gets all of her film copies for showing kept saying no copy of the two selected films were available until after the New Year. Her only chances of receiving the films were slim to none. "I didn't want that," stated Preuss. "I wanted to show it for Christmas time and to celebrate the theatre's 75th birthday." It would have been to late if received after December. Preuss had originally wanted to celebrate the birthday with advertising and promotions. A large party was in store that included a return to the admission of a quarter, just like it was in 1937, penny
candy and bags of dime popcorn. On Friday evening, after getting that evening's showing of the movie "Skyfall" together, Preuss stopped at home to get ready when she saw a large film box sitting in her front room. No film was ever delivered to her house as all films must be sent directly to the theatre. Preuss checked to see what was inside. She read, "It's a Wonderful Life." "I was ecstatic," said Preuss. "I didn't know what to think." "It's a Wonderful Life" is a 1946 American Christmas classic produced and directed by Frank Capra. It is based off of the short story "The Greatest Gift" as on Christmas Eve, prayers for character George Bailey are reached in Heaven. After heroically saving his brother by falling through the ice, his prayers are continually answered throughout the movie and at the end, a bell rings and an angel gets its wings will always be the sta-
ple from this Christmas classic. "It's a Wonderful Life" is considered a Christmas classic because doing poorly at the box office when released because of high production costs. After receiving her very own Christmas prayer, Preuss wanted to share it with the community. The movie selections were already made for the weekend and next, so she didn't know when she would be able to show it. "I knew this had to be shown right away. It was what I've been waiting for - I just didn't know about it." Preuss's family plans had to be rearranged for the Christmas weekend, not only because she had to, but wanted to. Advertising was also a big concern. "I wanted people to show up." On Saturday morning, Preuss shared her story on the Elroy Movie Theatre Facebook page. Right after, people shared the status, liked it and word got around
After being told that a film copy of the Christmas classic "It's a Wonderful Life" wouldn't be able to arrive after the New Year, owner Kari Preuss received a Christmas miracle the day before the theatre's 75th birthday. Admission for the 3 day showing was 25 cents, just like it was in 1937.
ELROY PUBLIC LIBRARY The Elroy Public Library recently announced the winners of their Gingerbread House contest. Valerie Schauer won in the Adults category, and Skylar Gibson won the Children's category. The library staff extended big congratulations to the winners, and thanked everyone who entered. This is a holiday festivity that the staff especially enjoys! MARY WAARVIK PHOTOS
Elroy Movie Theatre's owner Kari Preuss helps with concessions with almost 300 people in attendance for the 3 day showing of "It's a Wonderful Life." An additional showing was included this weekend before sending back her present. Preuss's Christmas wish was answered as the film arrived at her home on Friday and people spread the word about the 3 day showing. that the showing will be over the Christmas weekend. The first showing was Sunday at 4 p.m. Over 130 people showed up. In one night! "We were not fully prepared for the large crowd response on Sunday's showing," said Preuss. "It was insane how so many people heard about it in such little time." Additional shows were also on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at 4 p.m. To tie in the birthday with the Christmas movie, Preuss set admission to just a quarter like she originally wanted with the birthday party. All concession prices stayed the same. Almost 300 people attended the three day showing. "It is outstanding to see the people come out and support the theatre. 'It's a Wonderful Life' has been a Christmas classic ever since I was a child and to share that joy with other people makes it worth it." Preuss's children were finally able to
see the Christmas classic as they never have before right on Christmas Day. The film shown at the Elroy Movie Theatre was in its original state, black and white with film scratches here and there and marks in the corner that had originally been used for marks dictating film changes between the two film reels that were used back then. The theatre really did go back to the year 1946 and brought back countless memories for others that were in attendance. "Many people that came for the showing were from out of town," said Preuss, "which surprised me a little since it's typically a lot of locals that I know come in for a movie." An additional showing was also this Saturday, December 29 for one final show before having to send her present back. During Saturday night's showing of "Skyfall," Preuss gave away Elroy Movie Theatre shirts for all in attendance to celebrate the exact
birthday date on December, 22, 1937. The shirts are currently for sale to raise funds for the digital transition coming in 2014. An anonymous local donor is also matching up all cash donations received from now until March 31, 2013 for up to $10,000. We can't say who it exactly is, but the donations towards the digital upgrade will be greatly appreciated. Donations boxes are located in the theatre or you may also go online to www.elroytheatre.com and make a cash donation. The anonymous local donor match with donations could also be Preuss's "It's a Wonderful Life" story as prayers will be continually answered for the digital project to get underway. It will take a huge lift off of her shoulders. Preuss still doesn't know who exactly it was to give her an early Christmas gift, but she would like to thank "Santa" for making her wish come true.
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CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION AT HERITAGE MANOR
Members of the Elroy Lions Club recently visited Heritage Manor to provide a Christmas party for the residents. After Club members sang holiday tunes for the residents, Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived to distribute gifts from the Lions Club. The evening concluded with treats of cookies and ice cream. The Elroy Lions Club has sponsored this holiday party for over 25 years, and the visit from Santa is always a highlight of the event. CARLA VON HADEN PHOTOS
HILL AND DALE AWARDED
CHRISTMAS PROGRAM Grace Lutheran Church in Elroy had their childrens program on December 16. They sang and talked about the birth of Jesus.
Postal service asks for your help To help letter carriers deliver mail for the holidays, the Postal Service is asking customers to clear snow and ice from sidewalks, stairs, and mailboxes. "Snow and ice make delivery dangerous and slow," said Elroy OIC, Shannon Miller. "Maintaining a clear path to the mail box – including steps, porches, walkways, and street approach – will help letter carriers maintain consistent delivery service and help them get those cards and packages delivered in time for the holidays." Customers receiving door delivery should make sure their sidewalks, steps, and porches are clear. Customers receiving curbside delivery should remove snow piles left by snow plows to keep access
to their mailboxes clear for letter carriers. Delivery service may be delayed or curtailed whenever streets or walkways present hazardous conditions for letter carriers or when snow is plowed against mailboxes. "The Postal Service curtails delivery only after careful
consideration, and only as a last resort," says Miller" Any curtailed mail is attempted the next delivery day." The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products, and services to fund its operations.
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The Hill and Dale Garden Club of Elroy recently received a First Place award from the Central Region of the National Garden Clubs. The Central Region consists of Garden Clubs in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, and Wisconsin. The award for "Celebrating Community Plantings", is given to a club of 25 members or less, for a community garden project. The Hill and Dale Club was given this award for their work on developing the additional garden in the area near the Elroy Historical Museum. In this photo, Liz Murken, Wisconsin Awards Chair, presents the award to Carla Von Haden, President of the Hill and Dale Garden Club. The award was sponsored by the Mountain View Garden Club of Missouri.
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Industrial Rehabilitation works for Leer in New Lisbon BY KATHY BEHNKE Mile Bluff's Industrial Rehabilitation (IR) program offers area businesses on-site services to prevent and reduce the amount of workplace injuries, improve the physical wellbeing of their employees, reduce the amount of workers' compensation costs and decrease 'lost time' associated with workrelated injuries. The program also offers a hearing conservation component. Leer, Inc. of New Lisbon has been utilizing Mile Bluff's IR services for over a decade. According to Leer Human Resources Manager, Debby Marschall, "The IR program is a great benefit to offer employees. The services are valuable to our company, and Mile Bluff's IR team goes above and beyond to make sure our goals are met." Through Mile Bluff, Leer offers employees on-site occupational and physical therapy services. "Whether their issues
are work-related or not, our employees are able to schedule time with the IR staff during the work day" stated Marschall. "We are able to help our employees with minor injuries, often heading off something more serious that may require time off of work…which is a cost savings to them and to the company." Utilizing medical background and experience, the IR team members are able to provide specialized prevention, evaluation, treatment and management services through all phases of work-related injury. According to Marschall, "Having the IR team on-site regularly, and having the ability to call them in when we have an issue, has helped us manage and reduce our recordable injuries." "We have an excellent working relationship with Mile Bluff" stated Marschall. "Aside from the rehabilitation services, the IR team has also helped us to develop an ergonom-
ics committee and to review our jobs for ergonomic issues. Going forward we would like to utilize Mile Bluff's services to help with implementing job demands analysis for our production positions." Through extensive training, Mile Bluff has earned certification as a facility that "specializes in the treatment of the injured worker." This expertise allows the team to customize assessments and services to meet the specific needs of each organization it works with. Mile Bluff's Industrial Rehabilitation program can help you save money and better protect the wellbeing of your employees. Mile Bluff's IR team is your sole resource for comprehensive industrial rehabilitation and workers' compensation injury cost-reduction needs. To learn more, call 608-847-1422.
New Lisbon Correctional staff honor military personnel with Lamp donation As a way to honor military personnel, New Lisbon Correctional Institution (NLCI) maintenance department employees built and donated a hand crafted lamp to The Highground, a veteran's memorial park in Neillsville. The lamp was designed and constructed by NLCI's maintenance department to support The Highground's fundraising events. Kay Anason, the nonprofit's donation coordinator, said the lamp will be auctioned with proceeds going to benefit future operations and memorial sites on the grounds. "NLCI has several staff that are veterans and regularly visit The Highground, especially in observance of Veterans Day," said NLCI Warden Lizzie Tegels. "The lamp was created by the talented staff in our Maintenance Department, many of whom are veterans themselves, and is just a small symbol of our appreciation to military veterans and to those who continue to serve." The lamp was made from metal donated by Badger State Industries and other recycled lamp components no longer in use at NLCI. Each side is painted with depictions of service persons engaged in military conflict situations. "We are so pleased to receive such a beautiful piece from NLCI," said Anason, noting that the group has received previous donations from NLCI.
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who have served our country." For more information on The Highground, visit www.thehighground.org.
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"We are happy to be able to make the pieces available through our fundraising events while at the same time paying tribute to those
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HOMES FOR RENT MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT: 2 bedroom mobile homes available in Mauston References and area. Security Deposit Required. Call 608-847-6159. b1tf WONEWOC: 3 bedroom, 1 bath, w/ appliances, W/D hookups, storage shed. Rent $600.00/mo. plus utilities. One year lease, security deposit, and references required. No smoking, Pets considered. Call 608-9636980. b23-5
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WOMEN’S CLUB CELEBRATES
The Elroy Woman’s Club gathered at the Elroy Library December 18th for their Annual Christmas program. Pictured standing left to right: Jan Cleven, Doreen Pfost, Joan Sartori,
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Chatherine Henry, Mary Waarvik, Annette Thorson, Cindy Mueller, Carla Von Haden, and Barb Beres. Seated left to right: Dianne Johnson, Millie Freymiller, Martie Splittgerber, Pat Kennedy, Carol Veldey, and Pat Dutton.
Royall Girls stay at top despite losses during tournament BY TASHA MUELLER Kelly Switz's try for a 3 pointer just hit the rim trying to tie up the game between Brookwood for a third place battle finish during their holiday tournament on Thursday. Starting out against the Brookwood Lady Falcons, Royall's Kayley Enzenbacher was tripped up within the first couple of minutes and landed on the floor hard with no return to the game. Taking Enzenbacher's place was Nicole DeWitt and paired up well with a strong defending team. It took a third quarter surge to edge Royall into a
lead at 31-29 by a 3-pointer coming from Freshman Nicole Miller. Brookwood's Briana Nelson and Tyuanna Kaiser took the ball away from Royall players right in a row in the 4th. Going head to head for the rest of the game, Brookwood only allowed 6 points for Royall at the finish and couldn't surpass getting a tied up game ending as Brookwood 40-37 received a 3rd place finish. Brookwood's Skylar Hammon led the team with 9 points and Leticya Madrigal with 8 points. Olivia Hansen added 7, Kaylynn Laufenberg landed two 3points, Briana Nelson with 4
points and Amber Brueggen, Tyuanna Kaiser and Bailey Hammon each with 2 points apiece. The Royall girls ended out the day with a 4th place finish. Switz was the only one with double digits for the day against Brookwood with 19. Paige Hyer added 5 points, Madeline Miller and Kelsey Vaassen each had 4, Nicole Miller scored 3 and Nicole DeWitt had 2 within the first half. In Royall's first game of the day against Westby, the team faced a tough competition and couldn't add on one extra point losing 28-27. Royall's Kayley Enzenbacher led the compe-
tition between Westby with 9 points, Kelly Switz and Paige Hyer followed right behind with 5 points apiece, Kelsea Storkel added 4, with Bria Altamore and Kelsey Vaassen at 2 each. Westby's Courtney Nelson added double digits with 13 points, as Caycee Bean had 8, Abby Midtlien added 3 and Natalie Anderson and Chelsea Daines added 2
points each. Westby went on win the day tournament against Boscobel 55-24. Royall is coming off of a 47-46 conference win against Bangor advancing them to 3-0 in the conference. Their next home game will be this Thursday against Wonewoc-Center and with two additional home games the following week on
Monday, January 7 in nonconference action against Weston and will be in conference play on Tuesday against Necedah.
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Royall's Nicole DeWitt defends Brookwood's Mackenzie Berg shot after Royall couldn't get ahead of Brookwood in the third place game during Thursday's Royall holiday tournament. Brookwood edged ahead by 3 after a 3-point shot couldn't be made by Kelly Switz with a final of 40-37.
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Able Trek Tours Old Blues Pizzeria **Affordable Heating & Electric LLC Peterson Pharmacy Blossoms & Bouquets Preston Sales & Service Inc. Brewster’s Lanes Reedsburg Burger King *Brown’s Bus Service Reedsburg’s Culvers Butch’s Body Shop Reedsburg’s IGA Center Street Coffee & Treats Reedsburg Pizza Ranch CJ Karas, DDS Reedsburg Taco Bell County Market Royal Bank De Nure Insurance Agency Inc. Runick Metal Recycling, Inc. The Elroy Theater *St. Joseph’s Hospital /Clinics Farmer’s State Bank The Silent Rooster Fearing’s TV & Appliance Inc. State Bank of Cazenovia Fedderly Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep Twin’s Beauty Salon *Grace’s Luther CHIPS *Union Center Fire Department Hansen’s IGA
United Methodist Guild *Hartje Lumber/Virgil & Edith Hartje *United Methodist Church Hillsboro Hardware & Rentals, Inc. Viking Village Foods *Hillsboro Subway **Wonewoc Ambulance Services *Hoof Funeral Home **Wonewoc Volunteer Fire Department *Jack Besant Wonewoc Bakery *J & S Grocery Wonewoc Fastrip Juneau County Tavern League *Wonewoc-Center School Employees LaRowe, Gerlach & Roy, LLP *John & Polly Benish LaValle Telephone Cooperative, Inc. Patricia Knoll LaValle State Bank of Cazenovia Leigh Hembd *Marell Inc. Don & Renee Urban Mauston’s Festival Foods Mauston Kwik Trip’s Hearty Platter Mauston Pizza Hut Mark’s Jewelry The Media Warehouse *indicates donations of $100 and up **indicates donations of $500 or more
There were many others who may have donated anonymously and we want you to know that we truly appreciate your caring and support.
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE involved for your very generous donations! The spirit of giving is alive and because of so many joining together, we were able to make this
“A Christmas to Remember!”
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Tis the season . . . For Snow! The first snowfall of the year arrived right in time for the holiday season. We wanted to share some of the beauty that our area offers. Thank you to all of those that take the time to submit these beautiful photos with us!!
Carney Lentz captured this scene while at Riverside Park in Mauston.
Candy Pfaff Spence sent us her first snow of the season picture. Pictured are Angel Lee and David Spence.
Contributed by Brenda Bennett Seitz. Contributed by Brenda Bennett Seitz.
Contributed by Brenda Bennett Seitz who spent a bit of time outside during our first significant snowfall this year just in time for the holidays.
Susan Olson sent us this photo of a beautiful winter scene.
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THE MESSENGER OF JUNEAU COUNTY
of Hillsboro January 3, 2013
Community Meal at 10th Year BY TASHA MUELLER
Marking its 10th 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. 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. Within last year’s meal, volunteers served over 600. With people steadily stopping in between 11 am through 2 pm during last Saturday’s meal, services for delivery were also available for those who were not able to make it to the school. Before noon, volunteers delivered 320 meals to area businesses, homes or offices, as 72 of them marked the first delivery at 10:30 am. Last year, 400 meals were delivered within the time frame. A definite increase was in fact seen by placing a steady amount of to-go containers in large boxes at a time, which by far, will break last year’s delivery total. Members of the Hillsboro FFA not only served the food and washed the countless dishes, but also offered refills on drinks, clearing the table and rolling silverware. Delivery volunteers included members of the high school sports teams, Stephanie Haugh, Marlina Zimmerman, Dave Sterba,
Dory Stahlkoph played beautiful Christmas selections during Hillsboro’s 10th annual Christmas meal sponsored by the Hillsboro Wesleyan Church taken place at the Hillsboro High School this past Saturday.
Don Jefferies and many others. Leading and organizing the deliveries included Cathy Miller and Kristi Zimmerman. Beautiful Christmas selections resonated throughout the cafeteria, even before others had entered the building by Hillsboro’s finest pianist Dory Stahlkoph to give people that extra holiday cheer. The meal couldn’t be gracious enough by the donations of businesses and local residents. These include: Dana Foods, Farmers State Bank, St. Joseph’s Health / Gunderson Lutheran, METCO, Hillsboro Equipment, Picha Funeral Home, Peterson Pharmacy, Wayne and Dory Stahlkoph and H.E.R.O. After seeing such hard work and determination made by community members, hopefully by next year there will be even a larger crowd and more deliveries made for others to enjoy a community inspired event.
Members of the Hillsboro FFA volunteered their time to serve the delicious Christmas meal to over 1,000 people whether it was deliveries or people stopping by. Before noon, 320 meals were already delivered with help from many volunteers.
The crowd increases every year during the annual Christmas community meal. By wanting to give back to the community, Greg Zimmerman started the event in 2003 with 117 people in attendance. Currently, the meal serves over 1,000 with people stopping at the school and deliveries being
Vernon County names Hillsboro Meal site of the month Hillsboro meal site at St. Joseph's Health Services - Gundersen Lutheran was named Vernon County Meal Site of the month for December. Pat Peterson Director of Vernon County Unit on Aging, members of the Vernon County Board and Senator Jennifer Schilling were among those in attendance for a short presentation, meal and entertainment by the Music Makers. Pictured from Meal Site of the month visit are Vernon County Board members: Jeff Banta, Herb Cornell and Brian Richardson, Deb Smith, CEO St. Joseph's,
Senator Jennifer Schilling and Director of Vernon County Unit on Aging, Pat Peterson.
By offering their delivery services, members of the Wesleyan Church and community members hoped to break last year’s record of 400 meals delivered to others who were not able to make it to the high school. To-go containers were taken by boxes for the large demand of having so many being delivered throughout the meal time. Helping make the deliveries possible were Kristi Zimmerman, Don and Cathy Miller and Don Jefferies.
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Hillsboro Co-Op Annual meeting BY EILEEN NALE
It is that time of year when the Hillsboro Farmers Coop Board of Directors has their Annual Meeting. It was held at the Hillsboro Firemans Community Center in Hilsboro. A meal was served before the meeting that would find a change in board members. Peter Mlsna was elected to the Board to replace Arden Eberhardt Nominations for Raymond Liska’s spot brought names being nominated with Arden Eberhardt’s name being tossed back in the ring. Arden was elected to
replace Ray Liska. What was of concern was that the Hillsboro Farmers Coop is now surrounded by other larger coops, that being Wisconsin River Coop, United Coop and Premier Coop. They other coops are very competitive and this will be a challenge that they will face. They are looking at possibly talking negotiations in a year or two. This is something that the people were not happy to hear.
Hillsboro Co-Op Board members before meeting
Snowmobile safety classes BY EILEEN NALE
Peter Mlsna, new Board member, addresses the board.
Map of areas where other Co-Ops have purchased
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Cesky Den meeting BY EILEEN NALE
Cesky Den President Dan Kouba called the Saturday, December 8 meeting to order at 9:30a.m. There were approximately 20 in attendance. There are two big events coming, that being the Valentines Day Dance and the Annual Cesky Den 2013 Celebration. Cesky Den this year will be Saturday June 8 and Sunday June 9, 2013. A 2013 brochure will be made available sometime after the middle of January. The Polka Bands this year will be Mark Jirikovec Orchestra from Denmark, Wisconsin and Orv Konop and the OK Dance Band from Green Bay, Wisconsin will all play on Saturday, June 8. Kris and The Riverbend Dutchmen from Mankato, Minnesota will play on Sunday.
The Mississippi Valley Dutchman will be playing at the Valentines Day Dance on Sunday, February 10 from 1:00pm through 5:00p.m. As usual it will be held at the Hillsboro Firemans Community Center in Hillsboro. The admission will be $8 in advance and $10. at the door. There will be food available from Noon through 5:00p.m. that includes short orders, desserts, and milk and coffee. The bar will also be open and there will be a chance to win a door prize. Cesky Den is a Non-Profit Organization and is known as the Czech Capital of Wisconsin If you need more information feel free to send a letter to PO Box 320, Hillsboro, WI 54634-0320.
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Holvey’s Cafe BY EILEEN NALE Bruce and Sandy Holverson have come back home, that is to the restaurant that they had leased out. They are back and are offering many specials along with a salad bar. The salad bar runs from 11:00a.m through 2:00p.m. on Monday through Saturday. “We support our local community and buy food from the area to serve people. We also offer catering, but we
There will be a Snowmobile Safety Education course offered in Hillsboro in January. It gives those that want to sled on this fresh snow an education on the proper use of the sled and also the dangers that can happen. The two session class will take place on Saturday, January 5 and also on Saturday, January 12 in the St. Aloysius Catholic Church basement in Hillsboro. The classes will start at 8:00a.m. and will continue until noon on both dates. For more info please call 489-2643.
*ALSO Hillsboro Fire Department Bake Sale!* For more info: (608)489-3856 • hillfire@mwt.net
need one weeks notice. We will only cater up to 20 miles away. We are excited about the changes we have made and the remolding that has been done. We are just getting a good start. Our goal is for people that choose our restaurant to dine at, that they leave with a great feeling that they were treated properly.” Said Bruce Holverson They employ three people, that being Jenny Mihal, Jessie Thiede and
Snow Buddies
Merry Jensen. They offer an 18 person conference room that has a TV and a DVD for your meeting needs. They are open from 6:00a.m. through 2:00p.m. on Monday through Saturday and on Sunday they are open from 7:00a.m through 2:00p.m. They welcome you with open arms and have really been a strong base to not only Hillsboro but the surrounding area.
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PETERSON PHARMACY
727 Water Ave., Hillsboro Phone: 489-3141 • Fax: 489-2821 petersonpharmacy.com
Mon.-Thurs., 8:30-5:30; Fri., 8:30-6:00; Sat., 8:30-1:00; Sun., Closed .Ph. Andre w N. Peterso ,R n, R.Ph. • Kent L. Hendrickson
Hartje Lumber, Inc. Hwy. 33 Between Reedsburg & LaValle Phone: 608-985-7207 or 800-362-5898 Hours: 7-5 Weekdays; 7-noon Saturdays
BY EILEEN NALE
There is nothing cuter that a child playing in the snow. Most adults don’t enjoy the snow as much as the kids do, but there is a joy in watching the children play in the snow that brings back ones youth and their memories of playing in the snow. Mariya Laskowski, who resides with her parents in Hillsboro, had her dog as her companion as they both played in the snow. What a memory she will have to look back on when she is grown.
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of Wonewoc January 3, 2013
“A Christmas to Remember” BY MRS. LOUIS
Wonewoc-Center’s National Honor Society and School Employees Association joined forces this year to provide “A Christmas to Remember” for needy families in our district. From Nov. 12– Dec. 7th toys, games, books, puzzles, sporting goods, movies, video games, jewelry, lotions/colognes, etc. were collected in a box outside of the high school office and at the Bank of Wonewoc. Patty Fischer volunteered to be a part of our committee again this year and played a vital role in helping to collect donations at the bank. Also collected were gently used coats, hats, scarves, & mittens along with useful household items like sheets, towels, blankets/quilts, and Christmas decorations. Through announcements, newsletter articles, and webpage
notices, the word was soon out about this project, and the donations starting flowing in! The amount of support received from students, staff, local businesses, and community members was overwhelming! Through referrals from staff members a list of needy families was created. The overall goal was to bring a little extra “joy” to all of these families at Christmas time. The families were invited to come in to go “shopping” for gifts on Dec. 7th. All of our donated items were laid out on tables on the stage and in the gym, and the National Honor Society put their gift-wrapping & babysitting skills to work! When all was done, Christmas presents were provided for over 95 children from 45 different families! A drawing was held for larger donated items including a microwave, a
Ben Field, from the Wonewoc Volunteer Fire Department, presenting a $500 Check to “A Christmas to Remember” chairperson, Sue Louis.
stereo, a DVD player, a children’s kitchen and workbench, an infant seat, BBQ grilling tools, a Christmas basket filled with books & movies, a Christmas tree, a child’s bike, and two hot wheels. Special thanks to all the staff, community members, and businesses that helped with cash donations! Over $3800 was donated to provide gift cards, toys, and meals for the children and their families for the holidays! Every family received a free turkey or ham dinner. Gift cards/certificates were purchased from J&S Grocery, Wonewoc Fastrip, Union Center Kwik Trip, Hillsboro County Market, Old Blue’s Pizzeria, Hillsboro Subway, and Wal-Mart.
Members of the Wonewoc-Center National Honor Society: Bree Melvin, Erin Laack, Allen Keller, Anna Fink, Chris Goodenough, Emma Jacobson, Kali Harris, Palmer Schroeder, Kaitlyn Skaro, Stacey Garner, Gabe Benson, Adam Shore (Absent – Sara Eberhardt)
Valton Church Celebrates Christmas BY EILEEN NALE The celebration of the birth of Christ was displayed in many ways through out the Christmas season by all ages of the membership of the Valton Wesleyan Church. Two children’s pro-
grams were held on Sunday, December 23. They had a skit and also a performance of the little children. A Christmas Eve Cantata was held and that included music performed by the Valton Wesleyan Church Christmas Choir. In
between songs Pastor Terry Woirol read passages that were very meaningful. The Christmas Eve Service ended with a Candlelight tribute to the birth of Christ.
Snow Fort for two
BY EILEEN NALE
Isaha and Sebastian Miller of rural Wonewoc watched the snow falling and as it continued to get deeper they knew they should have enough snow for a snow fort, and that they did. When it was time to remove the snow, they asked their dad if he could pile the majority of it in one spot, as they thought they would have enough to make a snow fort. There were no blue prints, but rather just a lot of fun with the two boys digging there way into a clump of snow that would be made into their new hide out that is until it warms up. This snow fort was 8 feet high.
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RESOLUTION NO 935 2013 FEE SCHEDULE WHEREAS, The City of Elroy must assess fees for certian services that it provides as authorized by Wisconsin State Statutes and City of Elroy Code of Ordinances; and WHEREAS, the City needs to annually review and or adjust said fees in order to cover the expenses of providing the services; and NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the city of Elroy, Wisconsin, that the following fee schedule be set; Section
Description
2010
2011
2012
2013
2,5,1
Returned Checks
$20.00
$20.00
$20.00
$20.00
2,5,12
Statement of Real Property
$10.00
$20.00
$20.00
$20.00
2,7,4
Copy Charge
$0.20 per side $0.20 per side $0.20 per side $0.20 per side
Section
Description
2010
2011
2012
2013
5,5,1
Private Well Permit
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
6,1,5
Lawn Mowing
Actual Cost (Minimum $100.00)
Actual Cost (Minimum $100.00)
Actual Cost (Minimum $100.00)
Actual Cost (Minimum $100.00)
6,5,5
Garbage Bags
$2.00/$1.00
DELETED
$2.00 (13-33 gal)
$2.00 (13-33 gal)
Fax Outgoing $2.00 1st page $2.00 1st page $2.00 1st page $2.00 1st page $0.50 ea. Add. $0.50 ea. Add. $0.50 ea. Add. $0.50 ea. Add. Page Page Page Page Fax Incoming $1.00 1st page $1.00 1st page $1.00 1st page $1.00 1st page $0.50 ea. Add. $0.50 ea. Add. $0.50 ea. Add. $0.50 ea. Add. Page Page Page Page 4,2,3
Street Opening Permit
$50/$100
$50/$100
$50/$100
$50/$100
4,2,6
Street Privilege Permit
$20.00
$25.00
$25.00
$25.00
4,5,13
Cemetery Lot
$350.00
$400.00
Internment Casket
$400.00
$500.00
$500.00
$500.00
Internment Cremation
$150.00
$150.00
$150.00
$150.00
Internment Weekend (surcharge) Internment Dec. 1 - March 31 (surcharge) Snow/Ice Removal Sidewalk
4,2,7
SecDescription tion
NEW
$300 old $300 old area/$500 new area/$500 new area area
$50.00
$100.00
$100.00
$100.00
$50.00
$100.00
$100.00
$100.00
Actual Cost (Minimum $100.00)
Actual Cost (Minimum $100.00)
Actual Cost (Minimum $100.00)
Actual Cost (Minimum $100.00)
2010
2011
2012
2013
General Engineering fees attached per ordinance, Section 11-1-5 Equipment Use Fee (per hour unless noted)
$50.00
Backhoe
$50.00
$50.00
$50.00
End Loader
$41.00
$41.00
$41.00
$41.00
Dump Truck
$26.00
$26.00
$26.00
$26.00
Grader
$35.00
$35.00
$35.00
$35.00
Big Mower
$11.00
$11.00
$11.00
$11.00
Lawn Mower
$16.00
$16.00
$16.00
$16.00
Tractor
$31.00
$31.00
$31.00
$31.00
Street Sweeper
$60.00
$60.00
$60.00
$60.00
Sander
$40.00
$40.00
$40.00
$40.00
Bucket Truck
$50.00
$50.00
$50.00
$50.00
Digger Truck
$40.00
$40.00
$40.00
$40.00
Pick-up
$25.00
$25.00
$25.00
$25.00
Bobcat
$40.00
$40.00
$40.00
$40.00
Sewer Camera 1st hour
$25.00
$25.00
$25.00
$25.00
Sewer Camera additional time
$50.00
$50.00
$50.00
$50.00
Sewer Jetter
$300.00
$300.00
$300.00
$300.00
Actual Wage Plus Benefits
Actual Wage Plus Benefits
Actual Wage Plus Benefits
Actual Wage Plus Benefits
Operator
Red Garbage Tags
$2.00 (13-33 gal)
Yellow Garbage Tag
$0.50 (13 gal) $0.50 (13 gal) $0.50 (13 gal)
Recycling Bin
$12.00
$12.00
$12.00
Street Dumpster
$20.00
$20.00
$20.00
$5.00/$10.00
$5.00/$10.00
$5.00/$10.00
7,1,3
Dog/Cat License
7,1,3
Kennel License
7,1,4
Dog/Cat/Kennel Late Fee
NEW
Police Paper Serving
7,2,5
Liquor License Fees
7,2,5
Class “A” Beer
7,2,5
$3.00/$8.00
$100.00 for 3 $100.00 for 3 $100.00 for 3 $100.00 for 3 dogs (addition- dogs (addition- dogs (addition- dogs (additional dogs $10 al dogs $10 al dogs $10 al dogs $10 each) each) each) each) $5.00
$5.00
$5.00
$5.00
$25.00
$25.00
$25.00
$150.00
$150.00
$150.00
$150.00
Class “B” Beer
$100.00
$100.00
$100.00
$100.00
7,2,5
Temporary “Class B” Beer
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
7,2,5
Temporary “Class B” Wine
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
7,2,5
Fermented Malt Beverage Wholesalers
$25.00
$25.00
$25.00
$25.00
7,2,5
“Class A” Intoxiating Liquor Retailer
$300.00
$300.00
$300.00
$300.00
7,2,5
“Class B” Intoxicating Liquor NonProfit
$100.00
$100.00
$100.00
$100.00
7,2,5
“Class B” Intoxicating Liquor
$500.00/ $10,000.00
$500.00/ $10,000.00
$500.00/ $10,000.00
$400.00/ $10,000.00
7,2,5
“Class C” Wine
$50.00
$50.00
$50.00
$50.00
7,2,6
Liquor License Publication Fee
$20.00
$20.00
$20.00
$20.00
7,2,11
Liquor License Transfer Fee
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
7,2,33
Operator’s License Fee
$20.00
$40.00
$40.00
$40.00
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Section
Description
2010
2011
2012
2013
7,2,33
Provisional Operator’s License Fee
$10.00
$20.00
$20.00
7,3,1
Cigarette License
$15.00
$15.00
$10.00
$10.00
7,4,4 7,4,4
7,5,2
Transient Merchant Registration Transient Merchant Daily Charge Amusement Arcade License
Section
Description
$20.00
10-1-23(b)
Floodplain Permit
$15.00
$15.00
10-5-164
Siding
$10.00
$10.00
10-5-164
$5.00
$5.00
$5.00
$5.00
$50.00
$50.00
$50.00
$50.00
7,6,3
Mobile Home Parks License
7,8,5
Fireworks User’s Permit
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
7,8,9
Fireworks Seller’s Permit
$100.00
$100.00
$100.00
$100.00
$20.00
$20.00
$20.00
$20.00
$55.00
$55.00
$55.00
$55.00
7,8,9 7,9,1
Fireworks Siller’s Permit Transfer Park Shelter Rental (under 50 people)
$2.00/spot $5.00/spot $5.00/spot $5.00/spot (min. $20.00) (min. $100.00) (min. $100.00) (min. $100.00)
January 3, 2013 2010
2011
2012
2013
$50.00
$50.00
$35.00
$35.00
$35.00
Fence
$35.00
$35.00
$35.00
10-5-164
Sheds (under 120 sq. ft.)
$20.00
$20.00
$20.00
10-5-164
Other
$20.00
$20.00
10-5-164
Conditional Use Permit
$50.00
$50.00
$50.00
$50.00
10-5-164
Variance
$40.00
$40.00
$100.00
$100.00
10-5-164
Rezoning
$100.00
$100.00
$100.00
$100.00
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2013 fee schedule will take effect on January 1, 2013. Dated this 18th day of December 2012. CITY OF ELROY By: Mark R. Stanek, Mayor Introduced: November 13, 2012 Passed: November 13, 2012 Re-introduced: December 18, 2012 Passed: December 18, 2012 Vote: 4 No: 1 Attest: Mark Steward, Administrator I, Mark Steward, hereby ceritfy that I am the duly appointed Administrator Clerk/Treasurer of the City of Elroy and that the above and foregoing is true a and exact copy of a Resolution introduced and passed the 18th day of December 2012, by the Common Council of the City of Elroy. Dated this 18th day of December, 2012. Mark Steward, Administrator Clerk/Treasurer Publish: January 3, 2013 WNAXLP
7,9,1
Camping--
7,9,1
Water & Electric Sites--
7,9,1
1 RV plus 1 Child’s tent
$20.00/night
$20.00/night
$20.00/night
$20.00/night
7,9,1
2 tents
$20.00/night
$20.00/night
$20.00/night
$20.00/night
7,9,1
each additional tent
$6.00/night
$6.00/night
$6.00/night
$6.00/night
7,9,1
Non-electric Sites--
7,9,1
1 tent with 2 people
$10.00/night
$10.00/night
$10.00/night
$10.00/night
7,9,1
each additional person
$2.00/night
$2.00/night
$2.00/night
$2.00/night
7,9,1
Non-profit Group Sites--
7,9,1
12 or more people
7,9,1
Electric & water
$15.00/night
$20.00/night
$20.00/night
$20.00/night
7,9,1
Bike Rental
$4.00/hour $20.00/day
$4.00/hour $20.00/day
$4.00/hour $20.00/day
$4.00/hour $20.00/day
7,9,1
Bike Helmet Rental
$1.00/day
$1.00/day
$1.00/day
$1.00/day
NOTICE City of Hillsboro Farm Land for Lease The City of Hillsboro is offering the lease of current land holdings to active area farmers for the planting of crops. Properties will be leased on a dollar per acre bid. Lease will run for a 1 year renewable, 2, or 3-year period. The deadline for receiving sealed bids at Hillsboro City Hall is Thursday, January 17th, 2013, at 1:00 p.m. There is a total of approximately 50 acres of cropland. Only sealed bids that are completed in accord with the bid instructions and returned by the deadline will be considered. Location maps and bid instructions are available at Hillsboro City Hall, 123 Mechanic Street, Hillsboro, Wisconsin, during City Hall business hours, or online at www.hillsborowi.com/RFP. The City of Hillsboro reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any informalities in the bids received, and to accept any bid which it deems most favorable. Adam Sonntag, City Administrator Publish: January 3, 10, 2013 WNAXLP
7,9,5
Exclusive Use of Park Permit
$200.00
$250.00
$250.00
$250.00
TOWN OF GERMANTOWN
7,9,7
Swimming Pool Fees--
7,9,7
Daily Passes
$2.00/person/ $2.00/person/ $2.00/person/ $2.00/person/ night night night night
$3.00
Non-Resident Daily Pass
$3.00
$3.00
$3.00
$4.00
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Town Board Meeting Town of Germantown N7560 17th Avenue New Lisbon, WI 53950 January 8, 2013 7:00 p.m. AGENDA: Call Meeting to Order Pledge of Allegiance Verification of Proper Posting Approve Agenda in any order Minutes from December Monthly Meeting-read and approve Treasurer’s Report—Bank Reconciliation Report read and accept — Buckhorn Acres Property Owners, Inc. and Morro’s Mile Inc. Monthly Report read and accept Liquor License- Pine Cove Operator License Tom Fitzwilliam MSA sewer line across Little Yellow Committee Reports: Emergency Management Roads Report: Closing unused road Zoning Administrators Report: Approve Ordinance 22 changes Appoint Planning Committee Member and Zoning Board of Appeals Member Building Permits Vouchers Public Comment Adjourn Meeting Rosetta Boyle, Chairman Publish: January 3, 2013 WNAXLP
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January 3, 2013
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CITY OF ELROY
VILLAGE OF NECEDAH
City of Elroy ORDINANCE NO. 396 An ordinance to reduce the number of kennel licenses in the City of Elroy revoking and recreating Section 7-1-3(b)(3). The Common Council of the City of Elroy, Juneau County, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows: SECTION I Section 7-1-3-(b)(3) is revoked in its entirety and stated as follows: There shall be a maximum number of five (5) kennel license granted in the City of Elroy. After the maximum number is reached, no additional kennel licenses shall be issued unless an existing license is surrendered and the total number of license issued is lees than five (5) except that the City. or its agents and assigns, may own and operate a kennel for stray or abandoned animals in addition to the five (5) kennel licenses. Holders of a kennel licences at the time of this ordinance, may keep their licenses even if the number of licenses exceeds of the maximum licenses of five (5). SECTION II This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and publication as required by law. Mark Stanek, Mayor Mark Steward, City Administrator Publish: January 3, 2013 WNAXLP
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AMEND THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP VILLAGE OF NECEDAH MONDAY, JANUARY 14, 2013
CITY OF ELROY ORDINANCE NO. 397 An Ordinance to revoke and amend the Public Nuisance Ordinance. The Common Council of the City of Elroy, Juneau County, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows: SECTION I Title 9-- Chapter 6 Public Nuisances ordinance is revoked in its entirety and restated and recreated in the attachment hereto. SECTION II This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and publication as required by law. Mark Stanek, Mayor Mark Steward, City Administrator Introduced: November 13, 2012 December 18, 2012 Passed: Published after passage Drafted by: William Jefferson Jefferson Law Office P.O. Box 86, Elroy, WI 53929 A full description can be picked up at City Hall. Publish: January 3, 2013 WNAXLP
CITY OF ELROY ORDONNANCE NO. 398 AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE 2-3-2(g) RESIDENCY The Common Council of the City of Elroy, Juneau County, Wisconsin, do ordain as follows: SECTION I - PURPOSE The purpose of this ordinance is to revoke the residency requirement for a City Administrator. SECTION II - PROVISIONS REVOKED AND RECREATED Section 2-3-2 (g) is revoked in its entirety (g) Residency.The Administrator shall become and remain a resident of the City of Elroy within six (6) months following the date of appointment. This residency requirement may be extended for only an additional six (6) months by resolution of the Common Council by a two thirds (2/3) vote. SECTION III - EFFECTIVE DATE This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and publication as required by law. Mark Stanek, Mayor Mark Steward, City Administrator Introduced: September 25, 2012 Passed: October 2, 2012 Ayes: 4 Nayes: 1 Published after passage: December 20, 2012 Publish: January 3, 2013 WNAXLP
600 South Main Street (Former Church Property) Original Plat Lots 1, 2, 11, & 12, BLK 26 – South ½ of PT of vacated 6th Street (Tax ID #291610305) Original Plat Lots 5, 6, 7 & 8 Excluding North 22 feet of Lots 5 & 8 BLK 19 – North ½ of vacated 6th Street (Tax ID # 29161082) Notice is hereby given that the Village Board will be having a public hearing on Monday, January 14, 2013 at 6:50 P.M. Public comment is welcome on proposed Ordinance 13-01 to Amend the Official Zoning Map of the Village of Necedah. The ordinance will change the zoning designation for the property described above from Multi Family Residential (R-3) to General Commercial District (B-1). A copy of the zoning change request submitted by Vertical Butterfly Investments, LLC. is available at the Necedah Village Hall, 101 Center Street, from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Written comments may be mailed to the Necedah Village Hall, ATTN: Administrator/Clerk, P.O. Box 371, Necedah, WI 54646. Roger L. Herried Administrator/Clerk Publish: December 27, 2012 January 3, 2013 WNAXLP
TOWN OF LEMONWEIR NOTICE OF TOWN CAUCUS TOWN OF LEMONWEIR JANUARY 8, 2013 7:00 p.m. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Town Caucus for the purpose of nominating candidates to appear on the spring election ballot for the offices listed below will take place at the Town Hall, N3935 19th Ave, on January 8, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. Incumbent Office Town Chairman Gregory S. Bires Town Board Supervisor #1 Lyle Peterson Town Board Supervisor #3 Carl B. Miller All terms are for two years beginning on Wednesday, April 17, 2013. (Please note Town Supervisors #2 & #4 will be elected in 2014) Carin E. Leach, Town Administrator 608-847-4786 Publish: January 3, 2013 WNAXLP
TOWN OF LEMONWEIR TOWN OF LEMONWEIR TOWN CAUCUS AND MONTHLY TOWN BOARD MEETING Tuesday, January 8, 2013 Town Hall ( N3935 19th Ave) 7:00 p.m. TOWN CAUCUS -- 7:00p.m. BOARD MEETING -- immediately following Caucus Call to Order Public Comments and Concerns Minutes of last meeting Update on Public Service Commission /ATC line Attorney Retainer Resolution Road Report including -- Snowplow report, other road issues Administrator’s Report -- Office Operations, Payment Vouchers, Correspondence & Zoning Permits Adjournment Carin E. Leach, Town Administrator 608-847-4786 Publish: January 3, 3013 WNAXLP
TOWN OF LINDINA Town of Lindina Town Meeting January 9, 2012 Town Hall at 7:00 p.m. AGENDA Call to Order Minutes of last meeting Treasurer report Emergency Management report Road Superintendent report Sign Assessor contract Approve Appeals Board and Zoning Board Next meeting date Present bills for payment Adjourn Town of Lindina Town Caucus Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at Town Hall, N3458 County Road G Mauston, WI 7:00 p.m. Publish: January 3, 2013 WNAXLP
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Accident Report The Monroe County Sheriff’s Department reports a one motor vehicle crash that resulted in injuries to three people. The crash was reported at 10:33 A.M. on December 24th. The crash was located on Nashville Ave two miles west of Mainstream Rd in the Township of Portland. The driver of the vehicle that was involved in the crash is Robert W. Wateski, age 40, of LaCrosse WI. The vehicle that Mr. Wateski was driving is a 2001 Dodge Ram pickup truck. Mr. Wateski was travelling east on Nashville Ave. negotiating a curve. The road was snow / ice covered at the time of the crash. Mr. Wateski lost control of his vehicle while he was negotiating a curve and went up an embankment on the north side of the road, rolled onto the passenger’s side of the vehicle, slid on its side onto the road, then rolled back onto its wheels, and then went down the embankment on the south side of the road. Mr. Wateski’s vehicle came to rest in the south ditch. Mr. Wateski received non-life threatening injuries as a result of the crash. Mr. Wateski had a total of two passengers in his vehicle at the time of the crash. Both passengers received non-lifethreatening injuries as a result of the crash. The passengers were Dalton R. Wateski, age 11, of LaCrosse WI. and Jadari S. Dillard, age 35, of LaCrosse WI. None of the occupants of Mr. Wateski’s vehicle were wearing their seatbelts at the time of the crash. Dalton Wateski was transported by the Tri-State Ambulance Service to a LaCrosse hospital for the injuries that he received in the crash. Assisting the Sheriff’s Department at the scene were the Cashton Fire Department, the Cashton First Responders, the Monroe County 911 Dispatch Center, and the Tri-State Ambulance Service. The crash remains under investigation by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department.
Badgerland Financial Crop Insurance Meetings Badgerland Financial has announced the dates for its upcoming 2013 Crop Insurance Informational Meetings. The meeting in this area is to be held Monday, January 14 at 10:30 a.m. at Burr Oak Winery, New Lisbon. Meetings will provide information on 2013 crop insurance program changes and discuss topics including how the 2012 drought affects crop insurance premiums, how low yields affect APH and how to protect yourself against another dry year. In addition, learn about important industry trends from one of our guest speakers: Steve Maulberger, Vice President of Crop Risk Services for ADM or Alan Patterson, Dairy Specialist for Dupont Pioneer. Maulberger will discuss changes in global agriculture, the connection between the American farmer and the world economy, and how population growth will impact American agriculture. Patterson will discuss how to improve efficiency on a per-acre basis with the current high feed costs. Registration will begin at 10:00 a.m. for the morning meetings and 5:30 p.m. for evening meetings with lunch or dinner being provided. There is no charge to attend. Please RSVP online at badgerlandfinancial.com (use the link under the “Customer Corner” on the home page) or call Valerie Ellis at 800.356.2197 ext. 8871. RSVPs are requested one week prior to the meeting you plan to attend. Badgerland Financial, headquartered in Prairie du Sac, Wis., is a locally-owned cooperative serving members through offices in 17 communities in 33 southern Wisconsin counties. It is committed to delivering on its vision to enrich rural lives and communities, one relationship at a time. To learn more, visit badgerlandfinancial.com.
Elroy Health Screenings In order to lead a healthy lifestyle in hopes to live a longer life, it’s important to take control of your health. Knowing your specific risks for developing heart disease, diabetes and hearing loss can help you be proactive in making healthier life choices. Knowing your levels of cholesterol and blood pressure, and keeping those under control, may even help to add a few more years to your life. If you would like to learn some steps you can take to better control of your wellness, be sure to attend the upcoming health fair at Mile Bluff – Elroy Family Medical Center in Elroy. The event will be held on Thursday, January 10 from 7 to 11 am. You will receive free blood pressure and blood sugar screenings, and will have the opportunity to discuss your specific risks for developing diabetes and heart disease with a Mile Bluff healthcare professional. For $10, you can have a total cholesterol test performed (no fasting required), or for $20, a lipid profile test (12-hour fasting). In addition to these services, a member from Mile Bluff’s audiology team will be available from 8 to 11 am to perform free hearing tests. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy refreshments and win door prizes! Mile Bluff’s healthcare professionals will review the results of all your tests with you right after they are completed. You will be given tips on reducing your risks for developing diabetes, heart disease and hearing loss. If areas of concern are found through these screenings, resources will be provided to help you best care for your needs, and all results will be sent to your primary care provider. The information you receive from these tests, along with the educational tools you will be given, are important steps to help you proactively impact your health. Appointments are required for all services, call 608-462-8466 to reserve your spot today!
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Just a Few thoughts, I try to keep quiet but... BY DIANNA ANDERSON This has been a difficult year for our neighbors and friends across the country. With our government at odds with itself, you have to ask your self if they really think they know what they are doing. It does not appear that they do or that they even care about the citizens they are appointed to work for. I believe they forget they work for the citizens of the United States. The citizens would be the 98% of us that can relate to each other, not the two percent that actually seem to have the power most of the time. Maybe it is our fault for letting them stay in power, who knows, we just seem to keep going on as time passes right by us. This year has been difficult for 26 families in Newton, New Jersey with such a tragic lose of vital life, such young children, and young bright minds working with these children. This year has stopped many of us right in our tracks as we watched the horror of a movie theater massacre in Aroua, Colorado with 16 victims dead. This has become a solum reality for us to see on the news, our world is extremely violent and distant from any of the true harm this violence creats for our children. I know everyone has a New Years resolution or two they try to make, and some succeed in keeping, this year I hope
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enough of us make the resolution to stop the stupid heinous crimes that have become every day culture. I hope when we see mental illness, we take it seriously, when we see abuse of another human being, we act upon it, and when someone pulls a gun out, I hope someone that is good is there to stop them. You can never stop the criminals from getting the guns, the only people that turn in guns are the good guys. They are the registered guns, not the ones with no serial numbers, not the ones used in car jackings or in home invasions. I believe we should all have the right to bare arms, I like hunting and I would protect my home and property but, I do not need an assault style rifle to do that with. I do not know anyone that uses that type of gun to hunt with.
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Nonsense from Nancy
by George Gore
BY NANCY J SCHNEIDER If you are reading this you made it to the brand new year of 2013. Do you wonder what it will be like? What things will happen 9 10 in this great new year no one knows --- yet. We have to wait and see. Now there are some who would like to 13 14 “see into the future.” There’s also some who make predictions of what’s going to happen. I’m not one of them. I don’t want to know 17 18 what’s going to happen ahead of time. I don’t believe it’s a matter of putting my head in the sand either. I just want to live each day as it 20 21 15 comes. Around here that in itself can be interest25 26 27 ing. For the past several days I’ve noticed little white fluffs floating around the house, mainly the kitchen. At first I thought it may 29 be Squirt’s hair. But she wasn’t shedding at least not as far as I could tell. But I kept seeing them. Light fluffy hard to catch and pick 32 up type white things. Upon further investigation I discovered 26 they were really tiny white feathers. Feathers? I know the dogs didn’t have bird for supper so where did they come from? The 33 35 pillows were all intact too so I had no clue. Then as soon as I’d sweep them up, Ray came in and asked what I was doing so I told 19. Electrical testing facility, abbr. him. He had no clue either. But I did notice 21. Elizabethtown College, abbr. there were more of them floating around 23. Place for a drum? whenever he came in. I didn’t think he ate a 24. Root beers, e.g. bird or had a pillow fight. 26. Oldsmobile model. Well after much watching and figuring I 27. Ranch boundary. got the answer. His coat has a small hole in 30. Ranch herder. the arm area and it’s a down jacket. So he 31. Mountain state near Montana, abbr. was the one shedding. Problem solved. Now 32. Southern Belle’s summer drink. if all my problems of 2013 will be as easy to solve I’ll be happy. I have a feeling things won’t go that way though. There are going to be good days and bad days and we have to learn to handle each one as it comes. I for one am glad God only gives us one day at a time. I don’t think I ANSWERS TO DECEMBER 27 CROSSWORD could handle more than one at a time. But did you ever notice when looking 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 M A R S H F I E L D back that the things we went through that 10 8 11 seemed so difficult are things we did get O P A E D O H V S U 9 11 10 through. Granted it wasn’t easy or fun when T E A L C N E E L M we were going through them but we did sur15 11 vive. Sometimes we even learned something O N B D O R A O E O 12 13 14 17 15 along the way. E D A D A G A R R E When we look back and see things we 16
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The DNR offers tips for fishing bluegills and panfish through the ice More tips Be quiet. More often than not, it’s the quiet focused anglers that fill their pails. Fish spook and avoid vibration and noise. A stealthy approach pays its own dividends. To keep disturbance to a minimum drill extra holes when you first arrive so when the bite gets hot you can maximize the potential of the area you are fishing. Move! If fish aren’t biting, take a walk and see if others are enjoying any success. Hole –hopping , even small distances, can produce fish. A hole that isn’t fishy isn’t going to put dinner on the table. Also, fish the entire VERTICAL water column. Often ‘gils and crappie may “hold” in a narrow band within the depth range. Cover the depth by slowly and completely jigging from top to bottom through the entire profile. And last but not least, GO! Stop wishin’ and go fishin’! - Kurt Welke, longtime fisheries biologist for Dane County (including the Madison lakes)
“Hard water” fishing for panfish is fun and easy and may result in a fine dinner when the winds blow cold. Here are some basic tips and considerations to improve chances of success: Where to fish Know the locations where bluegills will be. Often time, winter fishing is a return to the familiar haunts of summer. Bluegills associate with weeds, finding green, standing vegetation is often key to finding fish. Don’t overlook woody debris either: tree crowns and fish cribs attract panfish. Also, small nuances in depth such as drop-offs, breaks, and bars are fish holders. Use all the tools. Some anglers use fish locators to hone in on fish or to put their bait in the fish holding areas. Others consult local on-line forums for location, time and bait details from other successful anglers. On the ice, cell phones between fishing pals has helped to turn a so-so day into a memorable trip.
Bait use Make it tasty. Baits vary as much as fishermen but mousies, wax worms, and spikes ( all larva of insects ) typically grace the business end of ice fishing jigs. Don’t be shy about using a small plastic “wedge” or teaser to attract attention or trigger a strike. Have a selection of colors available to work with changing water clarities. And check your knot ! There are methods of tying on jigs and baits that create “bounce’ or wiggle that entice hesitant fish into biting. Line and hook tips Keep it light. Bluegills are dainty sight feeders. Keep your line light ( 2- to 4-pound test monofilament) and the terminal tackle small : rat finkys, marmooskas, tear drops and ice jigs need to be kept to scale with a bluegills mouth, such as # 12. The same goes for floats or spring bobbers...keeping them sensitive and offering minimal resistance means more bites. But if the bite isn’t happening, don’t be afraid to switch it up and offer up a big meal....sometimes big aggressive fish will take a large flashy lure.
Taking Refuge
An Outdoorsman’s Journal
BY STEVE NORLING Well, here in a brand new year. This should be the best year yet at the refuge. There will be a “Focus on Photography” meeting each month. Each month will have a different theme. These are normally on the third or fourth Saturday of each month. Stop by the visitor’s center and pick up a schedule so you will know exactly when each one is. This is a great group, open to everyone whether they are beginners or have been at digital photography for many years. It is a chance to share knowledge and photos with a varied group of photographers. The January 2013 meeting is scheduled for January 26th and the theme is “Ice Crystals”. The meetings begin at 8:00 AM. The twelfth of this month there will be a snowshoe event. “Snowshoe Birding” will take place from 1 PM to 2 PM beginning at the visitor center. Snowshoers will be led by a naturalist on a winter birding hike. With the snow we have already had and the forecasts for more snow and temps in the 20s, there should be plenty of snow to snowshoe on. With that in mind, you can also check out snowshoes any day the visitor center is open, (Monday – Saturday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM) and go out and hike the trails on your own. Speaking of snow, I have not been out to the refuge to ski yet but I did drive around it Christmas afternoon. I noticed that there were ski tracks on the cross-country ski trail. I do not know how good the trail is but I know that at least one person has been on it. Hopefully I will be able to get out and see how the trail is before next week’s column has to be written. However, if you like to cross-country ski and are brave, you could always go out and see for yourself. This is one trail that should be kept for cross-country skiing only. All of the other trails are open to both cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. On those trails it would be nice if everyone would think about others and the snowshoers could stay to one side of the trail and skiers would stay to the other side. It becomes very hard to ski over snowshoe tracks. As I stated, my wife and I took a drive through the refuge on Christmas afternoon. This was one of the worst days for seeing wildlife I have ever had. We saw one eagle and that was all. However, one of the reasons I went out there was to check out the roads through the refuge. I am pleased to report that all of the roads have been plowed and are in excellent winter driving condition. As for the wildlife, I guess they were all home enjoying their Christmas. As you probably know Sprague and Goose Pools are once again open to fishing. I did not see anyone out fishing Christmas, but I presume that the ice should be pretty good by now. The main fish that will be gone after on those two pools will be northerns. The water is still pretty low so if you can find a deep spot and fish that you may have a good chance of coming up with a northern or two. Small game hunting is still open on all of the refuge with the exception of area #1. As far as I know ruffed grouse, squirrel and cottontail rabbit are currently open at this time with grouse and squirrel closing January 31st and rabbit closing February 28. The end of February is when the refuge closes to all hunting. It will open again for spring turkey season. I think that we should all make 2013 the year that we each introduce someone else to the refuge. This, in my opinion is especially true for youngsters. Too many of them spend all of their time inside playing video games, using the computer or watching television. I think that it would be great for adults that do not have children of their own to find a child who would otherwise not have a way to get out to the refuge and take them there. Some good time spent outdoors with the many things to do would probably be the best thing that could happen to many of these youngsters. Let’s keep the outdoor experience going by helping some youngster learn about it. You will feel good about it and so will they. Until next week, “See you at the refuge.”
Ice Camp, Living the Good Life! BY MARK WALTERS Hello friends, As you are about to find out, not everything in life always works out the way we plan. This week’s adventure takes place on the Mississippi River at Stoddard. My stepsons, Travis and Joey Dushek, would be my companions on a winter camping and ice fishing trip to an area that is becoming respected throughout the region for its perch, bluegill, and northern pike fishing. Sunday, December 23rd High 24, low 5 Two days ago, the ice that we are standing on was open water. This would be a quick mission that had us leaving my house at 4:30 a.m. and on a plan of returning the next day (Christmas Eve) after dark. Joey is now 19 and in the cranberry business, and Travis is 21 and is a landscaper. Both of these guys have spent more time sleeping on the ice then about 99 percent of this states population, both of these guys are also addicted to ice fishing. Our plan of fishing my perch honey hole changed when a fella pulled up to us at the boat landing, where we were preparing to unload and then make a half mile trek to perch paradise. Our new friend told us that he was out there in an airboat yesterday and that there was lots of open water. We were told of a popular spot nearby and that is where we headed with sharp hooks and high hopes. First, the boys and I went for a walk and spoke with several fishermen of which all of them told us that the fish were not biting. Second, just like that I started feeling kind of unhealthy. One local fishermen told us where he would set up if he was sleeping on the ice and so the three of us plus my dog “Fire”, who there is a very good chance that she will be having pups in late January (sunsetoutdoors@tds.net if interested) headed back to the truck and then hauled 6 loads of gear to fish paradise. As long as you are not looking at my truck you would probably think that our crew of three is loaded with cash. Joey just bought A Jiffy “Pro 4”, which is there propane auger. I have been running one for a year and going back to gasoline would be like going from a bike to a trike. Joey also just purchased the Vexilar “FL-20”, these toys will help catch this kid a lot of fish for many years to come. Our home for the night was an Eskimo “Fatfish” which is also brand new and simply put an incredible improvement on the design and big enough for me to raise my next family in. Back to the fishing, things were not looking so good for the panfish action so we put out a spread of tip ups and set up a very comfortable camp that was rigged with cots, a heater, two propane lanterns and a table. About this time, I had a deep cough, a fever and every part of me hurt. I tried taking a snooze but just got sicker so I went to a local mini mart and bought one of every kind of flu medication that they had in stock. After O-Ding on meds I had a slight reprieve, the fish
were not biting and so I took a stroll and began talking with other fishermen. The few bluegill that were being caught were dandies, but it was maybe one an hour and that was for the real pros. At dark, we had some guys give us five gills to go along with the “one” Joey caught. We had planned a fish fry but failed to catch our supper. Joey filleted the gills and Trav cooked them. I was so sick I could not eat a one. That night, sleeping on the ice was a killer for me, I was about as sick as I had ever been. For the longest time I put off going outside to release water not wanting to get out of my sleeping bag. When I made the move, I could hardly walk and can now understand how the flu kills 40,000 Americans every year. The following morning we caught even less fish then the day before and I was thankful to have a couple of strong boy to do most of the bullwork and drive home. I have now been home 3-days, I am still sick and just found out Joey is too. Like I said at the start of this column, not everything always works out the way we plan. Sunset
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THE MESSENGER OF JUNEAU COUNTY
January 3, 2013
Community Closet continues to contribute The Community Closet of New Lisbon helped out two area non-profit groups recently with $500 contributions each. Barbara Haske, secretary treasurer of New Lisbon food pantry accepted the check from Closet volunteer Gladys Halverson. Michael Meixner, vice president and Stephanie Harbridge, secretary of Camp Douglas Ambulance Rescue,
Inc. are shown accepting their checks. The New Lisbon food pantry is open on Thursday mornings at the Bethany Lutheran Church in New Lisbon. The Camp Douglas Ambulance rescue serves 450 sq. miles in the Camp Douglas - New Lisbon area. Their territory has recently been expanded which made it necessary for them to
add their third ambulance unit. Michael and Stephanie are shown with the new ambulance they have just purchased. The new Ford vehicle fully equipped costs about $200,000. The funding comes from ambulance fees and donations. About 45 volunteers keep the three units equipped and ready for service at all times.
Party held for retiring Lt. at Mauston PD BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD On Monday, December 31, a party was held in honor of Mauston Police Department's Lt. Michael Jackson's retirement. The retirement party was held in the Mauston City Hall's
Community Room. The community was invited to share in the festivities. The open house party began at 10:30 a.m. with a noon hour luncheon served. A presentation was made, and the party ran until 2:00 p.m. Jackson began his career with the Mauston Police Department
38 years ago and when he was just 23 years old. In a prior interview Jackson stated that making the decision to go into law enforcement was easy for Jackson as during his years growing up in Elroy he was influenced by Bob Tyler who served as Elroy's Chief of Police.
Lt. Mike Jackson
Injuries sustained in crash Vernon County Sheriff John B. Spears reports a single-vehicle crash that occurred Monday morning, December 24, 2012, at approximately 11:35 AM, in the Town of Viroqua. Holly L. Gander, age 23, of Viola, WI was operating a vehicle westbound on State Highway 56, near Cook Hill Road, just east of the City of Viroqua. Gander lost control on freezing drizzle and her vehicle left the roadway and her vehicle left the opposite side of the roadway, traveled down an embankment, and came to rest on a concrete box culvert. Injured in the crash was a passenger, Taylor J. Visgar, age 22, also of Viola, WI. Visgar was transported to Vernon Memorial Healthcare in Viroqua, by Tri-State Ambulance, treated for a head injury and he was later released. Holly Gander refused treatment, but later reported a
possible head injury. At approximately 11:42 AM, a westbound vehicle, driven by Sharilyn M. Nelson, age 19, of Viroqua, WI lost control of her vehicle while approaching the accident scene. The Nelson vehicle spun around and collided with a Sheriff’s Patrol car that was parked along the eastbound lane with the emergency lights operating. There was minor to moderate damage to both vehicles. Nelson was not injured. Assisting the Sheriff’s Office at the scene were the Viroqua Police Department and Viroqua Fire Department. The first crash remains under investigation by the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office and the second by the Viroqua Police Department.
"Things were different back them - the laws and requirements were all different. Actually there were no real requirements in becoming a police officer," said Jackson. "I can remember the question the committee
had for me before they hired me - What would I do if responding to a bar fight and the patrons threw me out? My answer was that I would get up and go back in." Now, Jackson said, the requirements beginning a
career in law enforcement are far more stringent, "look at the young officers we now have in Mauston, all of them have degrees and certifications, back then that was not needed."