of Juneau County
The Messenger ELROY MAN DIRECTOR OF CHALLENGE ACADEMY
VOL 14, NO. 24
LOOK INSIDE FOR YOUR LOCAL NEWS:
Elroy: Page 6 Mauston: Page 4 New Lisbon: Page 8
County: Page 3 Wonewoc: Page 14 Hillsboro: Page 12
Classifieds: Page 15 Legals: Pages 16, 17, 19
THE AWARD WINNING OFFICIAL LEGAL NEWSPAPER OF JUNEAU COUNTY THURSDAY, JANUARY 10, 2013
Search warrant executed in New Lisbon BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD Two New Lisbon men, 49 year old Tobi Swaeringen and 43 year John Tew (aka John Bennett), are facing a felony charge of possession with intent to deliver THC and a misdemeanor charge of possession of drug paraphernalia. The charges were officially filed on Monday, January 7 and stem from a search warrant that was executed on September 14, 2012. According to the criminal complaint on May 4, 2012 the New Lisbon Police Department received anonymous information of indoor marijuana growing at a residence within the city. The caller stated that their juvenile son had been at the residence and saw approximately 11-15 marijuana plants. The caller went on to state that the plants were about 10 inches in diameter and 40 inches tall. The complaint goes on to state that on June 20, 2012 New Lisbon police officer Kyle Walker performed a garbage check outside of the residence and found plastic baggies with small amounts of a green leafy substance which tested positive for the presence of THC. On September 14, 2012 Juneau County Sheriff's Department Detective Randy Georgeson assisted New Lisbon law enforcement in executing a search warrant at the residence where both Tew and Swearingen resided. While executing the search warrant law enforcement discovered a loaded shotgun, marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Officers also discovered 32 marijuana plants ranging in sizes from 5 inches to 31 inches growing in the basement of the residence Tew reportedly admitted to Officer Walker that he was the one growing the plants but he did not distribute them and that they were for his own personal use. Both Tew and Swearingen are scheduled for a February 6 initial appearance before Juneau County Circuit Court Judge Paul Curran.
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Necedah man charged with assault BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD On Friday, January 4, the Juneau County District Attorney's office filed three felony counts of 1st degree child sexual assault against 41 year old Neil J. Becerra of Necedah. Becerra is scheduled for a February 6 initial appearance before Judge Paul Curran. According to the criminal complaint the allegations leading to the charges date back as far as 1997. It is unclear in the criminal complaint as to when the victim reported the abuse to law enforcement, however, court papers do show that the district attorney's case number related to the case was in 2009. The criminal complaint states Juneau County Detective Shaun Goyette was contacted by the victim and her mother. They alleged that Becerra repeatedly sexually assaulted the girl dating back to 1996 when she was just three years old. They further alleged the abuse continued up to 2004. The victim alleged that if she tried to scream or make noises during the abuse Becerra would put a bandana in her mouth. The complaint goes on to state that in 1997 the girl had been examined by a physician because at the time there was a concern she had been sexually abused. Detective Goyette obtained hospital records from the UW Hospital in Madison and upon review of those records they show the exam revealed possible signs of sexual abuse, including redness and a break in the hymen. Becerra is a registered sex offender. According to court records online, in 2001 he plead no contest to a charge with a 1998 offense date. In 2009 he was charged in Juneau County Circuit Court with multiple felony and misdemeanor counts related to theft, burglary and criminal damage to property. Those charges were dismissed without prejudice during a 2010 preliminary hearing. In 2009 he plead no contest and was found guilty for a felony charge of failure to provide sex offender
Neil J. Becerra information. District Attorney Scott Southworth filed the most recent case against Becerra on Friday during his last day as acting District Attorney. Newly elected Michael Solovey took the oath of office on Monday, January 7, and will now be running the prosecutors office.
Necedah woman charged with negligence in death of autistic male In his last week of office outgoing Juneau County District Attorney Scott Southworth moved forward in filing numerous felony cases including a negligence
charge in the June 2011 death of Suhr Adult Family Home resident, James Karnan. Owner of the home, Judy Suhr, is facing allegations that she neglected to provide adequate care to Karnan under circumstances that caused his death. She is scheduled for a February 20 initial appearance before Juneau County Circuit Judge John Roemer. According to the complaint on June 6, 2011 Necedah ambulance was dispatched to the Suhr Family Adult Family Home for an unresponsive male. Karnan
was transported to Hess Memorial Hospital where he died. On that same day Juneau County Coroner Kathy Kohutko was informed by an nurse at Hess Memorial that Karnan was autistic with other congenital delays. The nurse further stated that Karnan fell at the home and sustained cuts and bruises on his face. He reportedly died after 90 minutes of resuscitative efforts at the hospital. The complaint goes on to state that on June 7, 2011 Detective Shaun Goyette of the Juneau County Sheriff's Department and Deputy
Coroner Lou Brady went to the home where they spoke to Suhr. She is said to have stated that she had provided foster care to Karnan for seven years. Prior to that, and beginning when Karnan was 14 years old, she provided respite care on the weekends. Karnan was placed with her permanently when he turned 21. Goyette and Brady also spoke to an employee at the home, Mandolyn Hobson. Hobson stated that on June 5 she woke at 4:45 a.m. from the sound of the screen door in the home shutting. She checked the bedrooms and
saw Karnan was missing. She reportedly found him lying on the ground outside and at the bottom of some stairs. Upon finding him Hobson noticed he "looked off" and she then contacted Suhr as he was bleeding from a head wound and from his mouth. Suhr lives in a residence next to the home. When she arrived, according to Hobson, they brought Karnan into the home and cleaned his wounds. It was then she said they noticed he was missing a tooth. The missing tooth was found in the home's living room.
After cleaning Karnan Hobson stated that they placed him in bed. On the morning of his death, June 6, 2011, Hobson stated that Karnan "seemed fine" but later a loud crash was heard and Karnan was found in the bathroom lying in a fetal position. His lips, Hobson stated, were blue. Hobson then contacted Suhr who came and noticed his breathing was shallow. It was then 911 was contacted and he was transported to Hess Memorial Hospital in Mauston. See DEATH, Page 3
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Obituaries HARVEY M. GRAWIN
Harvey M. Grawin, 88, of Elroy died Sunday January 6, 2013 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in the Town of Wellington, Monroe County, to Albert and Bertha (Baerwald) Grawin on August 5, 1924. He was confirmed July 31, 1938 at St. Matthew Ev. Lutheran Church, South Ridge. On June 17, 1961, Harvey was united in marriage to Aleta Glenn at the St. Matthew Ev. Lutheran Church Parsonage. Together, Harvey and Aleta farmed in the town of Wellington on the family farm for many years. Being a farmer at heart, Harvey enjoyed the hard work of farming along with spending time outdoors watching his crops grow, tending to the cattle and reaping the fall harvest. He also enjoyed fishing, cutting wood and hunting. Harvey was a loving husband and caring father. He had a special tender heart for his girls; they were his pride and joy. He operated the Village Inn Restaurant in Kendall for three years and had worked for Merk in Union Center prior to his retirement. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend and will be sadly missed by those that loved him so very dearly. He is survived by his wife Aleta of Elroy, 2 daughters Jilleen (Matthew Litty) Grawin and Joedeen Grawin both of Elroy, 3 grandchildren, Bryan (fiancée Marney) Moore, Travis Grawin and Marty (fiancée Karissa) Stokely, a great grandchild, Hailey Moore, step-children, Laney (Pam) Sommerfield of Caledonia, IL, Sandra Cayler of Belvidere, IL , Sheila Briggs of Belvidere, IL, Mervin Sommerfield of Beloit, Charlene Noth of Tomah, Jackie Dunkin of Belvidere, IL, Steven (Sue) Sommerfield of Tomah, Bobby Sommerfield of Caledonia, IL, many step grandchildren and step great grandchildren, 2 sisters-in-law, Lola Robb and Linda McGarry, a brother-in-law, David Conant, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 sisters, Mildred Schultz and Evelyn Liefke, and a brother Merlin Grawin. A Prayer Service will be held on Thursday, January 10, 2013, 7:00 P.M. at the Smith-Nelson Funeral Home, 112 East South Railroad Street, Kendall. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Thursday at the funeral home from 4:00 P.M. until the time of the service. Online condolences may be sent to www.sonnenburgfamilyfh.com.
BRUCE M. WALKER
Bruce M. Walker, age 76, of Necedah died on Monday January 7, 2013 at his residence. Bruce was the son of Fae Floyd and Isabella Julia (Rudaitius) Walker and was born on December 7, 1936 in Oak Park, IL. Bruce was raised in Illinois and later entered into the US Army in 1959 and served for 3 years, some of which were in Germany. After his military service he worked with sheet metal in Illinois for several years, moving to the Necedah area around 1975. Bruce was employed by Toro Mfg. in Tomah, WI for 20 years as a welder. He later worked for Walmart for another 11 years. Bruce was united in marriage to Betty A. Fikeon December 29, 1981 in Mauston, WI. Bruce liked to go shopping with his wife, and also enjoyed playing with his dogs. He is survived by his wife Betty of Necedah, daughters Faelee Mari (Steven) Gromoshak of Omro, WI, and Miah Arianna Sell Slayton at home, granddaughters Marlee Jean Gromoshak and Sharon Lyndsie Gromoshak, a brother Ross Brian Walker (Erv Uecker) of Milwaukee, and a brother-inlaw William Jolyof Illinois. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister Gail Penelope Joly. Funeral services will be held on Saturday January 12, 2013 at 12:00 p.m. at the Hare Funeral Home, 217 W. Pearl St. New Lisbon, WI 53950, with Pastor Erv Uecker presiding. Relatives and friends may call at the Hare Funeral Home on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. till the time of service at noon. Burial with Military Honors provided by members of, Necedah American Legion post 277, and VFW post 10203, and AMVETS Post 2180, will be in the Bay View Cemetery. Online condolences are available at www.harefuneralhome.com
FREDERICK R. “FRITZ” SLAMA
Frederick R. “Fritz” Slama, age 89 years, of Hillsboro, passed away on Friday, January 4, 2013 at Lakeview Health Care Center in West Salem, Wisconsin. He was born on October 25, 1923 to James and Tillie (Herdliska) Slama at Trippville, Wisconsin. He graduated from Hillsboro High School. Fritz was united in marriage to Ramona Smith on October 22, 1949 in Hillsboro. Fritz was involved with the business Hillsboro Farm Service, later Hillsboro Equipment for many years, from working as a mechanic and salesman to becoming an owner of the dealership and through retirement, his enjoyment for John Deere never ended. Another passion was traveling in their motor home to various destinations. Fritz was also active in the community serving as a volunteer fireman, achieving the position of Fire Chief; he also served on the Hillsboro City Council. He was a member of the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Hillsboro and served on the building committee when the new Church was built. Survivors include his wife, Ramona of Hillsboro; children, Don (Joanne) Slama of LaValle, Merry (Don) Preston of Union Center, Lori (Ross) Plucker of Lennox, South Dakota and Nancy (Bill) Niemcyzk of Novi, Michigan; eight Grandchildren and three Great Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his Parents and two sisters, Shirley Amberg and June Slama. Funeral Services were held on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Hillsboro, with Rev. Conrad Prell officiating. Burial was in the Mount Vernon Cemetery in Hillsboro. For online information go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church or Alzheimer’s Research.
ANN E. LIPERT
Ann E. Lipert, age 91, of New Lisbon died on Monday December 31, 2012 at Hess Memorial Hospital in Mauston, WI. Ann was the daughter of Charles William and Catherine Marie (Eitel) Hein and was born on May 16, 1921 in Caledonia Township in Columbia County. Ann grew up in Madison and Baraboo, and was married to Donald Hein in 1941 and they later divorced. Ann later met Jerry Lipert while working together at Badger Ordinance in Baraboo during WWII, and they were married on July 20, 1945 in Mauston, WI. They settled in New Lisbon and ran a small farm. Ann worked as a nurse’s aid at Pleasant Acre’s Nursing Home for many years. In her later years she worked in the kitchen at the Rafters Motor Inn in New Lisbon. She enjoyed cooking and working in her garden. She is survived by her daughter Rose (Dale) Pollock of Kendall, WI, a son Robert (Nita Pandit) Lipert of Ames Iowa, a brother Robert (Audry) Hein of Wisconsin Rapids, WI, and by 7 grandchildren; Chris Hein, Nicole Walker, Curtis Pollock, Lisa White, Richard Pollock, Eric Pollock, and Maya Lipert, and by 14 great grandchildren and 5 step great grandchildren, and one great greatgranddaughter. Ann was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Jerry in 2002, a son James Hein, brothers, Richard Hein, George Hein, Victor Hein, and Frank Hein. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the New Lisbon Public Library. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Online condolences are available at www.harefuneralhome.com
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In Appreciation
The family of Loren Walker wishes to express a Thank You to everyone for the cards, phone calls, rides, and visits to Loren during his illness. Since his passing, we have been overwhelmed by the love and support shown to us by our community and others during this sad time. Again, Thank You!
-Loren’s Family-
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Mile Bluff Clinic announces integration into Mile Bluff Medical Center In keeping with its mission, Mile Bluff Medical Center, Inc. is joining forces with Mile Bluff Clinic, LLP to enhance the partnership between the two. As of January 1, 2013, both organizations are doing business as Mile Bluff Medical Center, Inc. As the integration moves forward, you, our patients, continue to be of utmost importance. Prior to 2013, the clinics in Mauston and New Lisbon were owned by a group of Mile Bluff physicians. They will now be owned and operated as a part of the non-profit organization, Mile Bluff Medical Center. With the change in ownership, a number of adjustments will take place. Most will be internal, and all will be with the benefit of our patients in mind. The most noticeable improvement for patients will be found in the continuity of care that is coordinated between the clinics and the medical center. While operating as separate entities, the process worked well; and by combining to operate as one, the organization has the ability to further improve its flow of care. From an outside perspective, most things will stay the same,
including: medical staff members, facility locations, the appointment process and insurance plans that are accepted at Mile Bluff. One initial change you may notice is that although Mile Bluff Clinic in Mauston will keep its name, the New Lisbon Clinic will be known as New Lisbon Family Medical Center. We thank you for your patience and support during this transition period as we make the necessary behind-the-scenes adjustments. Rest assured that even with the changes taking place, you will continue to receive the exceptional care you've come to expect from our organization. Mile Bluff remains committed to providing compassionate and progressive care, improving the health and wellness of the community and going beyond expectations in healthcare today and always. We are still here for you, and we look forward to what this integration will do to improve the service we provide to you!
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Happy 18th Birthday
Abby Bradley January 13th, 2013
-Love, Grandma & Grandpa and Scooby
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BID REQUEST The Carl W. Nelson Animal Shelter (CWNAS) is requesting bids for a project manager to oversee the conversion of 4500 sq ft steel building into an animal shelter. The project manager will schedule and oversee contractors for the project, including construction of dog kennels and installation of an air exchange system. The project manager will be familiar with state and local building regulations, local building contractors, and the special requirements of an animal shelter. For a detailed job description call 608-847-4060 and leave a message on mailbox 3.
LIBRARY DONATION The
New Lisbon Area Chamber of Commerce recently presented a check for $1,000 towards to the library renovation fund. Presenting the donation, were members of the New Lisbon Chamber: Jenny Kochie, Dennis Birr, Kristie Bunker, Tim Hinton and Evie Hicks. Representing the Library Committee: Ken Adams, Colleen Bolchen, Karren Elsing, Loretta Balgord, Sheri Butler, Kathy Gibeaut, Deanna Rosier, and Mark Hansen. The library committee is working towards their goal of $1.3 million to complete the project. They currently have $140,000 for their efforts. Fundraising will continue and donations are greatly appreciated.
Send resume by: January 25, 2013 to: CWNAS P.O. Box 345 Mauston, WI 53948
DEATH, from page 1 On June 8 an autopsy was performed on Karnan at the VA Morgue in Madison by Dr. Robert Corliss. According to the final autopsy report Karnan's cause of death was from complications of a subdural hemorrhage, secondary to blunt force head trauma and secondary to an apparent fall on the stairs. The report went on to state that the fatal injury was sustained within 24 hours prior to the time of death. It is also stated in the criminal complaint that Detective Goyette noted Dr. Corliss informed him that had Karnan
been taken to the emergency room at the time of the fall the injury could have been located and treated. The criminal complaint states that the Division of Quality Assurance conducted an investigation at the Suhr Adult Family from June 24, 2011 through July 21, 2011. The investigation concluded the home had 15 violations including but not limited to: failure to ramp hard surface pathways with rails, and failure to provide prompt and adequate treatment to Karnan when he fell on June 6, 2011.
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Kendall meal site news BY JOYCE THONESON SITE MANAGER Now to start a new year. They seem to go by faster all the time. Hope everyone had a nice and blessed holiday with family and friends. Now to get back into the new year. The Ladies Aid of St. Johns met at the meal site for lunch on January 3rd. Our Birthdays in
January are Bob Bezin, Sally Dana, Dolly Pesik, Lillian Wendland and Jack Warsaw. We wish all these a Happy Birthday. The birthday club will meet on January 29th for the party for Dolly, Sally and Lillian. We will have music day on January 18th. We did not have music in December because of the snow storm so it will be good to see everyone
again, We look forward to that and we always have a great time. Join us sometime for the fun. On January 28th the Parish Nurses will be at our site to put on a program. They always have something interesting to tell us and answer our questions. They will do blood pressures to if you like. Well guess thats all I know at this time. Hope the new year
Site Manager/Necedah The Juneau County Department of Aging and Nutrition is seeking a permanent, part-time site manager for the Necedah Nutrition Site. Excellent benefits, Starting pay: $11.0859. Previous experience in related areas of food preparation and work with the elderly preferred. High school graduate and community service experience. Examples of duties Include: Meal service, equipment set-up, preparation of food transport, meal ordering, organization of volunteer staff, maintenance of food quality, bookkeeping, attendance at meeting and training sessions.
Complete job description and applications available through the Juneau County Personnel Office, Courthouse Room 205, 220 East State Street, Mauston, Wisconsin.
Application Deadline: January 21, 2013 Juneau County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
brings new friends in to eat with us. It in nice to have new people and we welcome you all.
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of Mauston January 10, 2013
Letter to the community Toys for Joy 2012 was simply wonderful in so many ways. Thanks to the support of the people of Mauston and Lyndon Station we helped 169 families give toys and gifts to 374 children in the Mauston School District. Each family was also given a turkey. We are always amazed by the generosity of our financial donors and the enthusiasm of the more than 80 volunteers. This year we were especially pleased that Mauston School Superintendent Christine Weymouth and MHS Principal Jim Dillon came to help distribute toys. Thank you to Ron and Barb Brunner for their generous support through the years and the Scully Oil "team" for their invaluable help with logistics and bundling on Monday night. Again this year, it was heartwarming to have over 25 volunteers from the high school. Members of the Key Club, Future Farmers of America, Future Business Leaders of America and the girls' basketball team helped recipients with their selections and carried the toys to their cars. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped make this community effort a success and wish you all a happy and prosperous New Year. The Toys for Joy Committee
JUNEAU COUNTY OFFICIALS ELECTED during the November 2012 elections were sworn in during a ceremony Monday morning at the Justice Center in Mauston. Juneau County Judge John Roemer administered the Oath of Office to the newly elected District Attorney, Mike Solovey, and incumbent County Clerk Kathleen Kobylski, Register of Deeds Christie Bender, and Treasurer Denise Giebel. These elected officials will serve for the next four years for Juneau County.
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Rachel’s Challenge comes to Mauston BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD On Tuesday, January 15, the Olson Middle School, Mauston Police Department and the Juneau County Sheriff's Department are inventing the community to a free program and partake in Rachel's Challenge. The program is based on the writings and life of 17 year old Rachel Scott who was the first students killed at Columbine High School in 1999. According to an informational flier Rachel left a legacy of reaching out to those who were different, who wee picked on by others, or who were new at her school. Shortly before her death she wrote: "I have this theory that if one person can go out of their way to show compassion, then it will start a chain reaction of the same. People never know how far a little kindness can go." That sentiment is also captured in the mission of the organization, a mission that issues a challenge to entire communities in embracing others and the environments children learn in at schools; Rachel's Challenge Objectives for Schools:
Create a safe learning environment for all students by reestablishing civility and delivering proactive antidotes to school violence and bullying. Improve academic achievement by engaging students' hearts, heads and hands in the learning process. Provide students with social/emotional education that is culturally relevant. Train adults to inspire, equip and empower students to affect permanent positive change. The challenge in Mauston will begin in the morning on January 15 with a school assembly for students. Later in the evening the community is invited in to take the challenge and learn how they can help and participate. It will begin at 7:00 p.m. and be help in the Olson Middle School auditorium. If you would like to learn more about Rachel and the Rachel's Challenge organization you can visit them on the web at www.rachelschallenge.org.
Juneau County awarded emergency funds Juneau County has been chosen to receive $4,425 to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the county. The selection was made by a National Board that is chaired by the U. S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency and consists of representatives from American Red Cross; Catholic Charities, USA; National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA; The Jewish Federations of North America, The Salvation Army; and, United Way Worldwide. The Local
Board was charged to distribute funds appropriated by Congress to help expand the capacity of food and shelter programs in highneed areas around the country. The local EFSP Board will determine how the funds awarded are to be distributed among the emergency food and shelter programs run by local service agencies in Juneau County. The local EFSP Board is responsible for recommending agencies to receive these funds and any additional funds made available under this phase of the program. Under the terms of the
grant from the National Board, local agencies chosen to receive funds must: 1) be private voluntary non-profits or units of government, 2) be eligible to receive Federal funds, 3) have an accounting system, 4) practice nondiscrimination, 5) have demonstrated the capability to deliver emergency food and/or shelter programs, and 6) if they are a private voluntary organization, have a voluntary board. Qualifying agencies are urged to apply. Juneau County has distributed Emergency Food and Shelter funds previously with Community Action, Hope House, Catholic
Charities, and the food pantries in Elroy, Wonewoc, New Lisbon, Necedah, and Mauston participating. Public or private voluntary agencies interested in applying for Emergency Food and Shelter Program funds must contact Kathy Green at 8475454 for an application. The deadline for applications to be received is Friday morning, January 18th, at 9 AM. The Juneau County EFSP board will be meeting on January 18th at 9:30 AM at Bethany Lutheran Church, 701 Grove Street, Mauston, WI.
Letter to the Editor Dear Editor: They want dogs to help kill wolves. Not my dog. She's a rat terrier and knows better. My dog came from wolves long ago. And now they want the distant sons and daughters of wolves from long ago to turn back and help the human race to kill my dog's ancient ancestors. Only members of the human race who walk on two legs could come up with something like this. Robert Firlus Mauston, WI
Red Cross in search of real heroes The American Red Cross Badger Chapter is currently accepting nominations for our 16th Annual Real Heroes Celebration presented by Ho-Chunk Gaming. The event will be held in May 2013 and honors the everyday Heroes who live among us. American Red Cross Real Heroes are individuals and a company who have performed extraordinary acts of courage or kindness, making a difference in our communities. There are seven categories: Adult Good Samaritan, Youth Good Samaritan, Community Hero, Health Care Hero, Hero of a Lifetime, Corporate Real Hero and From the Heart Hero. Nomination forms can be found on our website; www. redcross.org/wi/madison or by contacting Stephanie Wallace. Please send completed nominations to Stephanie Wallace, American Red Cross, 4860 Sheboygan Ave, Madison, WI, 53705 or fax it to: 608-232-5803. All nominations must be received by January 25, 2013. About the American Red Cross: The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies nearly half of the nation's blood; teaches lifesaving skills; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a charitable organization - not a government agency - and depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit www.redcross.org or join our blog at http://blog.redcross.org. For information about supporting the local American Red Cross as a volunteer or financial donor, Please call the Badger Chapter at (877) 618-6628, or visit the chapter website at www.arcbadger.org.
Mauston Gun Show @ Anjero’s Sports Bar 531 State Road 82 East
Friday, January 11 • 3PM–8PM Saturday, January 12 • 8AM–4PM Gun Buyer Shows • 608-548-4867 Buy - Sell - Trade - Browse *We pay cash for guns & related items*
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Public Health Highlights BY THE JUNEAU COUNTY HEALTH DEPT. Do you make a New Year's Resolution to lose weight and find it difficult to keep? Many Americans need to lose some weight to be in a healthy range to reduce risk of disease, high blood pressure and possible heart attack. A healthy weight range is different for everyone - we are all unique with our own shapes and sizes - so don't worry if you are not the size as your friends, maybe that weight isn't right for your body type! The key to achieving and maintaining a healthy weight isn't about short-term dietary changes. It's about a lifestyle that includes healthy eating, regular physical activity, and balancing the number of calories you consume with the number of calories your body uses. Here are some tips to doing just that: -Be Active: If you don't like going to the gym find a way to be active that you enjoy like running around with your
children, dancing, walking the dog, snowshoeing, riding your bike. -Eat Foods with Fiber: Avoiding the afternoon snack from the vending machine by filling up on fiber. Fiber makes you feel full longer and may help prevent overeating. Foods such as apples, bananas, raisins, whole-wheat spaghetti, rye bread, almonds, pecans, peas and carrots are great sources of fiber! -Drink Water: Drinking water before a meal will not only help you stay hydrated but it will also make you feel full faster and prevent overeating -Find a Partner: Grab a friend or family member and lose weight together. Having a support system will help you stick to your goals. Split a gym membership or share a meal when eating out and save money while accomplishing your goals -Size Matters: Use smaller plates, bowls and utensils when eating to give yourself a visual that you already have a large portion. A smaller plate or bowl full of food just feels more satisfying than a large plate with that same amount of food
on it -Get Enough Sleep: Adults should get between seven and nine hours of sleep every night. Not getting enough sleep has been shown to increase overeating -Be Patient: Losing weight doesn't happen overnight. Set small goals and reward yourself for reaching them. The slower the weight comes off, the easier it is to keep it off! For more information on healthy lifestyles contact the Juneau County Health Department at 608-847-9373.
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Hatch Happenings BY DEBBY ENNIS Brrrr….! Come in out of the cold and join us on Thursday mornings for coffee and quiet time. This winter we will be serving free coffee every Thursday morning so come in and warm up before starting your day! Do you have an e-reader and you aren't really sure how to use it? Or maybe you just aren't aware of all that can be done on it. The
Hatch Public Library is offering a workshop to help e-reader users who want to learn how to get started using free e-books and other digital materials from the library. Join us in the Community Room on either Wednesday, January 9th at 6 pm or on Thursday, January 17th at 5 pm. The presentation will last one half hour followed by a question and answer time, and then individual help. Bring your ereader with you.
Be sure to mark your calendars for our semi-annual Book and Bake Sale! Once again the Friends of the Library will be holding their winter book and bake sale on January 25-28. We accept donations for the sale all year long. Our Friends group is always looking for new members and also volunteers to help with the sale. You may call the library at 847-4454 for more information. We have recently added
some new subscriptions to our magazine collection. We now have "Ask," "Knit Simple," "Focus on the Family Clubhouse," "Fun for Kidz," "Muse," "Ranger Rick," "Smithsonian," "Thomas and Friends," and "Young Rider." That makes for a total of 120 different magazines! Come "check it out" at the library!
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Celebrate Recover to begin A new recovery program in Mauston will begin on January 14. Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered ministry that aims to help people struggling with hurts, habits and hangups, including alcohol and drug issues. Meetings will take place at Bible Baptist Church each Monday evening at 6:30 PM. The church is located at 148 Grayside Avenue in Mauston. Weekly large group gatherings will include a time of worship and praise, followed by someone telling their own story of recovery. Later on there will be opportunities for individuals to participate in a small group for mutual encouragement. All community members are invited. There is a minimum age of 18. Childcare is available at the church. For more information contact Rob Blanchette at robandmj23@yahoo.com or Jamie Blanchette at moth-
MAUS, pinned Sam Eagan, WRW, 2:19. 170: Justin Dolata, MAUS, maj. dec. Taylor Rivers, WRW, 16-7. (MAUS Tech fall is worth 5 team points 1.000) You can find more details about the dual using the following link. http://www.trackwrestling.c om/dualmeets/DualMeetDet ail.jsp?seasonId=69009&du alMeetId=1528071
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Elroy Public Library news BY MARY WAARVIK LIBRARIAN The Milwaukee Bucks challenge your kids to a reading contest! If children between 3rd - 8th grade will read 500 pages in the next month, the Bucks will give them a FREE ticket. If they read more, their names will go into a contest: some may sit with the team, some may get basketballs, some may be honored at half-time. Come into the Elroy Library to pick up the reading form and find out the simple rules. Free tickets are always a nice thing; being a good reader is even better. Next Tuesday (Jan. 15) our Kindergartners will be coming for their monthly visit from 10-12. We will not have time to wait on anyone but them at that time, and the internet stations won't be available. We will be back in business by noon, though.
Murphy leads Academy STEPPING STONES 4-H CLUB INSTALLS NEW OFFICERS
The new officers for the Stepping Stones 4-H club were installed during their fall get-together which was held at the Chula Vista Resort and Waterpark. During the outing, members held their monthly business meeting which included the installation of the new officers. Other items of business included the Christmas Giving Tree and the Annual Rabies Clinic. Members also had the opportunity to relax and play in the indoor waterpark. A good time was had by all! The newly installed officers for the Stepping Stones 4-H club, pictured above, include (l-r): Erica Murray-President, Bekah Cleaver-Treasurer, Brandon Skolos-Vice President, McKenzie Skolos-Secretary, Josh Kolodzinski-Reporter, and Luke Wohlrab-Historian. BETH KOLODZINSKI PHOTO
ROYALL FFA MEMBERS ATTEND NATIONAL CONVENTION
Four members of the Royall FFA attended the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana last fall. While at the convention members had the opportunity to listen to some outstanding motivational speakers including Olympic Ice Skater Scott Hamilton and the National FFA Officers. They attended the Agricultural Career Show where they were able to talk to many representatives from agricultural companies about careers in the agricultural industry. They also attended a concert by The Band Perry and Brantley Gilbert and a rodeo. They also toured the Keystone Steel and Wire Company in Peoria, Illinois. Pictured above, Royall FFA Members who represented Royall at the National FFA Convention were: (l-r) Kelly Switz, Lauren Marx, Sabrinna Clemmerson, and Katie Sugden. BETH KOLODZINSKI PHOTO
Mike Murphy, a lieutenant colonel in the Wisconsin Army National Guard, began his new job on Monday, November 19 as the director of the Wisconsin National Guard Challenge Academy at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin. Murphy, of Elroy, WI, has a heart for youth, particularly at-risk teens. “They went to school, worked with social workers and did a lot of community work,” Murphy said. Although the Youth Leadership Training Center was strictly for adjudicated Mike Murphy males from Lincoln Hills School and Ethan Allen, there are similarities to the Challenge Academy program, a voluntary program which offers at-risk youth the opportunity to change their lives. However, Challenge Academy applicants must not be currently charged with or previously convicted of a felony and must not be on adult parole or probation. “When I was up at the Youth Leadership Training Center, I wanted to work with kids who wanted to make a change in their lives,” Murphy said. “I enjoy that – it’s extremely rewarding.” Murphy also assisted the Challenge Academy program over the years, helping during the first two weeks of each new class. “I’ve always believed in the program,” he said, adding that he has gotten to know the Wisconsin Challenge Academy staff and is aware of the program’s reputation. “I thought I’d want to work there if the chance ever arose.” Murphy has met with all the departments and staff at Challenge Academy to determine what is working and what can be done better. However, he does not foresee the need for sweeping acrossthe-board changes. “I’ve heard nothing but good things about the staff,” he said. In addition to his Youth Leadership training Center experience, Murphy plans to draw from his parenting skills and lessons learned from working with the Royall School District in Elroy and coaching. “I think my way of communicating is the right way to gain their trust, earn their respect,” Murphy said. “I think I have a way of understanding kids. Someone on that negative path has something you can reach to find positive ideas and turn their lives around.” Murphy has worked for the state of Wisconsin for more than 16 years, most recently as a unit manager with the Sand Ridge Secure Treatment Center in Mauston, WI. He has more than 24 years with the Wisconsin Army National Guard, including a deployment to Balad, Iraq as commander of Troop E, 105th Cavalry and five years of full-time stateside duty supporting deployed units. He is currently a comptroller with the Wisconsin National Guard’s U.S. Property and Fiscal Office. “I’m excited to get started,” Murphy said. “I hope I can be a good leader for the program.”
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Kendall one step closer to spring street project BY TASHA MUELLER MSA representative Andy Zimmer was present during Monday night's Kendall Village Board meeting to give a current update on how past and recent projects have undergone and will be on their way. Zimmer handed out the final documents for each member of the board for approval. A $7,542.31 check will conclude final payment to Infratech, the company that had replaced all of the manhole cement sealants. They have completed all of their contract obligations. Allen Steel performed the manhole replacements. A bill is still set for $1,639.75 for the manhole at White Street
that will be finished in the spring as rain sits on top of the manhole and will need to be pushed back farther so it does not keep happening. The certificate of substantial completion states that the project is substantially complete and good for review. A 1 year warranty timeline will now take place in case anything does happen. The document was signed by President Dick Martin and can be used for any audits or other circumstances. Come spring time, there are a few manholes that need attention, like the one on Hwy 71 by Glendale Park as the cement did not have time to cure before the Corn Bust
during Labor Day weekend. The village will see no cost to spend on the manholes come spring time. A video surveillance between manholes 92 and 93 will also be needed as a lot of concern was from this to see how well they are doing. Remaining work under the contract will involve a sewer map update that will be checked over and finalized, an accomplishment letter to the DNR and be sent WPDS requirements. The sewer system report will also be sent that will include the remaining sewer deficiencies, estimated costs and give the village recommendations to the village on which to pursue next. The
report can also be used on future grant requests. In and around the time the company Visisure whom worked on the sewer systems, there were two water main ruptures on West and George Streets. On December 11 a meeting was had and the total coast for both breaks was in the ballpark of $7,200. The one on George Street was indefinitely the company's fault and is reimbursing the village $3,875. The break on West Street, the village was told, was not at their fault because of not drafting off the hydrant on the street. From the water improvements, the water plant is seeing implacable lower
amounts of water that has been used during the weekdays and weekends. Testing is done two times a week and is showing 40,000 gallons used during the week in the village and 30,000 on weekends. The grant application for the Spring Street Project was submitted to Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation on December 10. Half of the projects amount hopes to be awarded to the village. Additional documents for other grants have also been sent to the grant program and will hopefully be heard back within 30 to 60 days. The project is making way and will soon be underway.
A reduction in the water and sewer bill at Brandau Sale barn, due to use of water during the manhole update. A seat will be vacant now until spring elections as village board member Colin Moten has moved to Elroy. An inquiry for use of a HUD Loan for a home purchase closing was merely decided upon as a "no" choice. Many HUD Loans can be used for the purchase of homes or businesses. A comparison chart regarding public charges within surrounding communities will be looked over and decided upon at the next village meeting, which will be held on February, 4.
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Local singer Myrna Fauska joins in with the "Prairie Dog Band" on stage to sing a wonderful arousal of Christmas Carols to a large crowd on December 16 as the Kendall Lions Club held their annual Christmas Concert at the Kendall Community Hall. Stuart Thayer of Kendall plays the keyboard for the "Prairie Dog Band". In the bottom photo to the right, Kendall Lions member Linda Mathwig helps serve soup and chili after the concert as all in attendance were treated to a soup supper. LYNETTE VLASAK PHOTOS
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Thank You!
Thanks to all who made this year’s Christmas for Kids project such a success! In appreciation to the following: Brown Bus Service, Brunner Mfg., Castle Rock Grafix, EAAC, Elroy Legion, Elroy Lions, Elroy Theater, Hansen’s IGA, Jefferson Law Office, Juneau Cty. Tavern League, The Messenger, Kwik Trip, Madison Gas/Electric, Midor, NTM, Royal Bank, Stepping Stones 4-H, Tailor Made, Twins, the many anonymous donors, everyone who purchased “Giving Tree” gifts, and all the volunteers who make this program successful and gratifying year after year.
In Memory of my Dad
Steve Olson on the 2nd anniversary of his death.
10/30/50 –1/5/11 There are days when I miss you most of all Like watching the leaves turn in the fall. Your smile I see in the mirror everyday Like father like daughter went a long way. I miss your laughter when I watch the old show we enjoyed, And I hear your laughter in your grandson, my little boy. Though you're not in sight, I see your face every night. Those bright eyes shined like the stars above, And I still feel all your love. It saddens me that you're gone from me. But you left behind such wonderful memories.
You are still so loved & missed everyday -Amy
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Lemonweir Valley Telcom continues tradition with Annual Giving Tree Lemonweir Valley Telcom in Camp Douglas and New Lisbon continued a tradition with its Annual Giving Tree. The tradition began several years ago when employees Karla Krause and Brent Olsen, as their leadership project through the Juneau County Extension's Advanced Leadership Program, initiated the Giving Tree. Krause and Olsen saw the need to help area families make their Christmas brighter. Krause and Olsen contacted the New Lisbon School District and the Camp Douglas Elementary School (part of the Tomah School District) for their assistance in creating a list of children (no
names are given only ages and gender along with a wish list). And from there the project has grown by leaps and bounds. Each year at Lemonweir's Camp Douglas and New Lisbon stores, a Christmas Tree is displayed with tags containing the information of an anonymous needy child. Lemonweir employees and directors along with many community businesses, organizations and individuals take one or more tags from the tree and purchase gifts for the child. The gifts are returned to Lemonweir all wrapped and displayed under the Giving Tree. Before Christmas, Krause, Olsen and other
Two New Lisbon men charged with assault BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD Two New Lisbon men, 60 year old James Day and 35 year old Jesse Day, have been charged in Juneau County Court with sexual assault against one victim in separate incidents which date back as far as 1996. The charges were filed on January 4, 2013 by then District Attorney Scott Southwoth. James Day is facing one felony count of incest and a Class A misdemeanor charge of 4th degree sexual assault. Jesse Day is facing felony counts of 2nd degree sexual assault, repeated sexual assault of a child and incest. Criminal Complaints According to the criminal complaints on June 22, 2011 Juneau County Deputy Colleen Beier was assigned an investigation into the sexual assaults reported by a now adult female.
The females statement indicated that she was sexually assaulted by James Day in the summer of 1998 and while she was sleeping. She stated that she awoke to him fondling her breasts. She also stated that there had been repeated incidents between 1994 and 1996 when Jesse Day sexually assaulted her at various location within Juneau County. In 1996 she was 13 years old. In 2011 interviews law enforcement had with both suspects and both men denied the assaults occurred. Juneau County Detective Tim Andres and Deputy Beier interviewed the alleged victim in November of 2012 where she again stated the abuse occured. Both men are scheduled for a February 6 initial appearance before Juneau County Circuit Court Judge Paul Curran.
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Lemonweir employees deliver the gifts back to the New Lisbon School and Camp Douglas Grade School. This year the project helped over 50 children. Krause and Olsen stated the annual Giving Tree is a great way for Lemonweir Valley Telcom and area businesses, organizations and individuals to open their hearts to area needy children. “We hear from the schools how excited the lucky children are when they hear that it is gift delivery day at the schools. This makes the project very worthwhile for all of us.”
Annual Mayor’s Chili Cookoff upcoming in New Lisbon BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD A new year has begun and with it comes the Annual Mayor's Chili Cook-off in New Lisbon. This year's event will be held on Saturday, January 19 at City Hall. As in previous years, in addition to chili, participants can enter breads and soups. Diners will only have to pay $6 and be able to vote on who has the winning recipe. All proceeds will go towards the New Lisbon Food Pantry. There is no entry fee but submissions must be dropped off by 10:30 a.m. the day of the event. Diners can stop by between 11:00 a.m and 2:00 p.m. The event is sponsored by Community Closet, Raabe’s Pharmacy, Riverside Supply, Lloyd’s Auto Parts and Bank of
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Thank You! Many thanks to the businesses, organizations, individuals and the many food drives for food, monetary donations and all the help through the past year. Without your help we would not be able to keep the pantry open. Also, a special thank you to Bethany Lutheran Church for the use of the fellowship room for our pantry. And we must not forget our faithful volunteers, who come to work each week and when called for extra duty. They are the “backbone” of our pantry.
May each and everyone have a Very Blessed New Year!
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Cardinals have a rough night of play for all teams
BY STEVE NORLING This past week there were two home basketball games at Necedah High School. Neither one of them turned out well for the home team. On Thursday, January 3rd the Lady Cardinals played host to the Cashton Eagles. This was not a good night for the Lady Cardinals. Having several of the team members sick or hurt did not help their game, but they were outplayed from the The Lady beginning. Cardinals were only able to score two points in the entire first half. They wound up behind by a score of 2 - 28 at halftime. The second half proved a little better for the Lady Cardinals as far as scoring went, but at the same time they could not stop the Eagles. The total scoring in the second half was thirteen
for the Cardinals and twenty-seven for the Eagles. The final score turned out to be a forty-point spread, 15 -55. The Lady Cardinals have a lot of talent on the team; they just need to put it together. On Friday evening the Cardinal boys team was host to the Royall Panthers. The JV game was a great contest. The Cardinals led the entire first half and it was back and forth in the second half. The regulation game ended in a tie. The Cardinal JV went on to win in overtime by a score of 54 - 50. When the varsity game started you could tell that it was going to be a long night. When the two teams came out for the jump ball one could see that the shortest Panther was taller than the tallest Cardinal. This usually spells trouble for the shorter team no matter how good
they are. This showed by the scoring. In only one quarter did Necedah come close to Royall in scoring. In the fourth quarter Royall scored thirteen while Necedah scored eleven. The Cardinals were outscored by scores of twelve to five in the first quarter, eleven to seven in the second quarter and twenty to six in the third quarter. The final score was 56 - 29 in favor of the royal Panthers. Another reason for Necedah's loss was their inability to score on three point shots. Players who usually make them were cold all game. Only Trey Horbinski and Jordan Murphy managed to make one three-pointer each. On the other hand Sam Murphy had three and Nate Scheeter had two for the Panthers. Both of those boys were in double figures with Scheeter
The height difference between Royall and Necedah was obvious and made a big difference in competition.
A shot of the lady Cardinals action during their game against Cashton. having twenty-one points (high for the game) and Murphy having eleven. The
Cardinals had no one in double figures with Trey Horbinski being high with
nine.
The Necedah varsity game was a fight all the way with a disappointing loss for the Cardinals.
Providing dignity through necessities BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD During the month of December the community came together to give a special gift to neighbors in need, dignity. It started when the owners of the Little Crane Cafe in Necedah responded to a plea from Circle of Hope for "dignity items" for their clients who use the Grateful Hearts program. The small cafe decided to reach out to their customers for a Drive for Dignity. The items of dignity included what so many take for granted but, when they cannot be afforded, can help cause a downward spiral of self worth. Those items are toiletry items such as shampoos, soaps, and toothpaste. Other dignity items include toilet paper, laundry and dish detergents, and other household cleaning supplies. In addition to the Little Crane Cafe iLEAD Charter School Student Jasmine Schoff reached out to fellow students to join in on a drive. Students from Olson Middle School responded with a small drive of their own. Staff at Mile Bluff Clinic also heard the call to action and organized their own drive. Other families and individuals heard the plea and donated dignity items throughout the month of December and dropped them off at the Circle of Hope center in Mauston. "These are the most requested items and often the ones we lack.For the first time in a long while we were able to supply these items to our clients without worry of running low. Imagine
that something as simple as dish soap or toilet paper can make the difference in someone's life - it's a slap of reality for all who volunteer at the program on just how a simple act of kindness can make a difference," said a representative from Circle of Hope. Circle of Hope runs two programs in helping Juneau County low income families and individuals. The Lend a Hand program provides crisis shelter at motels for the area's homeless. Those stays can range from one week to more depending on the funds the organization has and if the clients follow through on basic steps of the program which include making the needed steps in rebuilding their life. This past holiday season the program saw an increase of homeless in the area. Over Christmas they provided shelter for 16 persons in 7 motel rooms. The Grateful Hearts program through Circle of Hope gives away items of need to residents in need. All items are donated to the program from area residents and other organizations. The center in which the program operates from is located at 190 Prospect Street just south of the Festival Foods parking lot. Hours of operation have changed with the new year. They will be open on Thursdays from 1-3:30 and then again on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 11a.m.-2 p.m. To reach Circle of Hope you can contact them at 847-2068 or visit them on the web at www.circleofhopejuneaucounty.org/
Pictured are Mauston K-8 School Counselor April Frelke and iLead Charter School student Jasmine Schoff.
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Moore finishes first, Panthers place 6th at Bi State Classic BY TASHA MUELLER The Royall wrestling team traveled to La Crosse last weekend to participate in the 31st Annual Bi-State Classic. During the two-day tournaments, wrestlers from 56 schools compete with the hope of becoming "Bi-State Champion."
The annual Bi-State Classic can be best described as one of the most competitive wrestling events in Wisconsin. But for Royall Senior Christian Moore, the competition coming from Division 1, 2 and 3 schools were not enough to keep him from achieving his goals. After moving on from the
first round of action with a bye, Moore racked up two pins for the first day at 220 pounds. Moore matched up with Brandon Fowell of Weston/Ithaca with a pin at 0:44 and Lancaster's John VanDeHey at 3:19. More difficult matches were in place ahead of Moore for day two. In the
Christian Moore won by major decision Tomah's Lucas Stromberg-Windau and taking the 220 pound championship.
Dalton Lunde makes way during his 7th place match against Wyatt Seep of Weston/Ithaca. Lunde wasn't able to get out of a pin by Seep. Seep received 7th with a pin at 3:31. Lunde ended the two-day tournament in 8th place at 170 pounds.
quarterfinal match, Moore faced Calvin Wright of La Crosse Logan and won be technical fall with a final of 16-1. During the semifinal, Moore won by decision over Hunter Kauffman of Stratford with a final of 128. Moore then moved on the 1st place match where he faced a strong Tomah wrestler, Lucas StrombergWindau (15-3). He got a take down during the last period and won by major decision over Stromberg-Windau with a final score of 9-1 to finish out the day at 22-0.
Trenton Pasch placed 9th at 145 pounds within the two-day tournament hosted by Holmen High School. During the 9th place match, Pasch won by decision over Avery Hackett from Holmen by a score of 5-1. Pasch went 5-2 during the tournament. Dalton Lunde placed 8th at 170 pounds. During his consolation round 7 match, Lunde faced Austin Britnell of Lakeville South and was pinned in 3:31. In the 7th place match, Wyatt Seep of Weston/Ithaca pinned Lunde in 2:46. The Royall wrestling team
finished out the day with 112.5 points, which put them at 6th place in Division 3 out of 19 teams. Team members can only expect bigger and better things as competing at Bi-State gives them the competition they need to hopefully advance on to the State Wrestling competition in February. Royall will be hosting a dual meet this coming Friday against Necedah and will be traveling to Nekoosa on Saturday.
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Trenton Pasch finished with a 9th place finish at 145 pounds after winning by a decision final of 5-1 over Holmen's Avery Hackett.
Wisconsin ends 2012 with 601 traffic deaths Wisconsin ended 2012 with 601 traffic deaths, which was 36 more, or about 6 percent higher, than 2011 and two more than the previous fiveyear average, according to preliminary statistics from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT). Traffic fatalities in Wisconsin last year also ended four consecutive years of fewer than 600 annual traffic fatalities. Before the 2008 to 2011 period, the last time the state had fewer than 600 traffic fatalities for four years in a row was from 1924 to 1927. The traffic fatalities total for last year included 101 motorcycle drivers, 13 motorcycle passengers, 44 pedestrians and 10 bicyclists. Nationally, traffic fatalities were up about 7 percent for the first nine months of 2012 compared with 2011, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Besides Wisconsin, preliminary statistics indicate that double-digit increases in traffic fatalities were experienced in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota and Ohio. Assessing the factors in the increase of traffic fatalities in Wisconsin last year, State Patrol Maj. Sandra Huxtable, director of the WisDOT Bureau of Transportation Safety, said, “Motorcyclists’ traffic deaths increased by 29, or approximately 34 percent, compared with 2011. The 114 motorcylists’ fatalities in 2012 were the highest number since the all-time high of 123 in 1979. The unseasonably warm and dry
weather in most of the state from late winter to late fall, significantly lengthened the typical motorcycle riding season, which played a role in the increase. Tragically, more than 80 percent of the motorcyclists who died in crashes last year were not wearing helmets.” In addition, there was a dramatic 37 percent increase in fatalities for passengers in automobiles and light trucks. Major Huxtable said, “The significant increase in passengers’ deaths indicates that there were far too many vehicle occupants who likely died because they were not wearing safety belts and consequently were ejected from their vehicle or thrown around violently inside it in crashes.” Wisconsin’s safety belt use rate of approximately 80 percent lags behind the national average of 86 percent and is far below neighboring states all of which have safety belt use rates of more than 90 percent. Major Huxtable said, “Assessing the devastating effects of traffic fatalities is more than just numbers and statistics. Each number was a person. And we know all too well that many of the traffic deaths last year could have been prevented if motorists had slowed down, paid attention, drove sober and buckled up. We all must do everything we can to drive and ride responsibly and safely, every trip, every time, so we can one day reach zero preventable deaths in Wisconsin.”
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17th Annual Turtle Dunk Fundraiser for Cancer The 17th Annual Turtle Dunk was a cold day but, they still came to show support for this event. You must be brave at heart to jump into 38 degree water, even if it is only for a moment. Some have attended this event from the begininng to raise money for The American Cancer Foundation. This year a total of twenty eight jumpers took the cold plunge. We are over $7300 raised with money's still coming in. First Weber Foundaiton matched $3000 last year, we are waiting to see what they will match. We should have a total of over $10,000 dollars.
These are the special jumpers that participated: Melanie Gray, Mauston first $335; Lucas Kliefgen, New Lisbon 2 $165; Mike Klidfgan, New Lisbon 1 $160; Austin McAuley, New Lisbon 1 $75; Savanna Morris, New Lisbon 1 ($454 as part of a group); Carley Morris, New Lisbon 4 ($454 as part of a group); Mary Morris, New Lisbon 9 ($454 as part of a group); Gene Morris, New Lisbon 9 ($454 as part of a group); Victoria VanDoren, Mauston 1 $182; Cindy Kluendend, New Lisbon 1 $165; Tanya Stickney, New Lisbon 14 $185; Tony Leggett, Wisconsin Dells 1 $25; Kayla
Klinker, Mauston 1 $90; Jeremy Crowley, Mauston 1 $24; Kevin Klinker, Mauston 2 $40; Jarrett Schraare, Lyndon Station 1 $10; Matt Winkers, Mauston 2 $145; David Potter, New Lisbon 2 $266; Tym Parr Jr., Mauston 1 $325; Tony Owens, Mauston 3 $42; Dillon Rogge, Lyndon Station 1 $10; Christina Jurkowski, New Lisbon 1 (with Tony Owens); Alan Abrahanson, Mauston 1 $20; Angela Bollig, New Lisbon 1 $20; James Hibbard, Mauston 4 $455; Ian McIntire, Mauston 1 $258; Danny Holzberg, Mauston 1 $57; Ray Sensig, Lyndon Station 14 $85 of over $10,000!!!!
Just a few of the brave soles that took the plunge in the name of research.
Thank You
to our 2013 Turtle Dunk Sponsors! Allied Health ATH Collision Repair A Wild Hair Bank of Mauston Best Western Beyond the Daily Grind Body Shop Buckhorn Store Camp Douglas First Responders Car Quest Castle Rock Graphix China Buffett Chula Vista CJJ’s Auto and Truck Center Country Inn, Sparta Dairy Island Eagle Promotions Festival Foods First Weber Foundation Gray Electric Hamms Excavation Hearty Platter J&M Collision Center J&S Liquor Jeff & Molly Scully JJS Juneau County Dive Team Just One Hair Kim’s Floral Kwik Trip - Truck Stop Mauston Kudick Lamperts Log Cabin Deli M&M Sports Marg Poulda Mauston Equipment Mauston Furniture & Appliance Mauston McDonalds Mauston Motor Sports
McArthur Towel & Sports (Pat Bourdeau & Todd Mortenson)
Miller Heating and Air Mountain Mudd Moy, Borchert, Erbs & Associates New Lisbon First Responders New Lisbon Travel Mart Norm’s Bar & Grill Park Oasis Pine Cove Pizza Hut Rays Shoes Red Geranium Reds II Reel Brothers Harley Davidson Royal Bank Shear Dimensions Smiths Laundry & Lock Smith Subway - New Lisbon Super 8, Mauston Super 8, Sparta Swagger Inn Taylor’d Nail Academy The Barber Shop The Company The Landing Three Bears Lodge Tomah Cash Store True Value, Mauston True Value, Necedah US Foods Walgreens Wonderlys
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Treu receives 11th at Bi-State, 1st at Lee Griffin
BY TASHA MUELLER
After taking seven wrestlers to the 31st Annual Bi-State Classic Invitational, only one Hillsboro wrestler was able to place during the two-day tournament held in La Crosse at the La Crosse Center last Friday and Saturday. State-ranked wrestlers from Wisconsin and Minnesota compete in the tournament hosted by Holmen High School. Because of the tough competition within the 160 pound class, Senior Spencer Treu (14-6) was the sole Tiger standing on the pedestal rounding out the tough matchups. Treu won five matches out of seven against Division 1 or 2 teams, with 56 teams competing. The road wasn’t easy, but Treu placed 11th on the final day. During the first day of competition, Treu pinned Joel Shear of La Crosse Logan in 3:13 and also pinned Bloomington Kennedy’s Brayden Rumier in 2:19. In his third match, Eastview’s Jacob Rukavina pinned Treu with only 0:51 left in the match. A double round of pins completed Treu action for the day as he found momentum against Travis Thiry of Luxemburg-Casco in 2:28 and Brett Binsfeld of Dodgeville in 1:15. On the second day of action, Treu couldn’t uphold matches ending in major decisions not in Treu’s favor. The first was
against Mauston’s Junstin Dolata with a final 9-1 and Nekoosa/Port Edwards’ Jimmy Masonick at 16-3. During Treu’s against Masonick, a hard knee to Treu’s chin left him in pain within the jaw. For the 11th place matchup, Treu received a medical forfeit victory over Shay Haase of Middleton. Seniors Max Sebranek (9-5) and Jake Stockwell (9-5) both went 2-2 by the end of the two-day competition as neither placed at 182 pounds and 220 pounds, respectively. On Thursday, Hillsboro had to forfeit a mere seven weight classes and a double forfeit at 138 pounds against Weston/Ithaca during a non-conference dual action meet as the team lost 72-0. The team then traveled to Kickapoo for the Lee Griffin Invitational on Saturday as Treu toppled all other competitors in the 160 weight class and received 1st place after getting a decision win over Pittsville’s Nathan Potter with a final score of 5-2. Other Tigers that placed at the Lee Griffin Invitational are Jake Stockwell placing 3rd at 220 pounds, Mitch Beckwith at 113 pounds placing 4th and Dylan Thew placing 5th at 285 pounds. The Tigers traveled to Cashton for a conference dual meet on Tuesday, January 8 and will be hosting the Hillsboro Tiger Invite this coming Saturday to a wide range of teams.
TREU VS MASONICK Hillsboro Senior Spencer Treu battles against Nekoosa/Port Edwards Jimmy Masonick at 160 pounds as he couldn’t surpass a major decision at 16-3 putting him in competition for 11th place. Treu received a medical forfeit victory over Shay Haase of Middleton and ended the two-day competition at 11th place, the only Tiger to place during the tournament.
20th Annual HHS Alumni Basketball Tournament BY TASHA MUELLER
It’s that time of year again to break out those sneakers and dust them off to get ready for the 20th Annual Hillsboro High School Alumni Basketball Tournament. The tournament will be held on Saturday, February 2 at the Hillsboro High School. All male Hillsboro High School alumni are eligible to participate. Entry fee for each participant is $15.00. All entry forms must be completed and returned by January, 19 in order to ensure tournament participation. Late entries could create scheduling difficulties and will not be accepted. To get your entry from or have any questions, contact Brian Hora at 608-604-2933 or email bhora116@metcohq.com. Team rosters and schedules will be mailed to all entrants by January, 26. Efforts will be made to form competitive
teams and to pair players with former high school teammates. There will be an Open Division that is considered the “competitive” bracket to determine the Alumni Tournament Championship Team and is open to all alumni, regardless their age that are eligible to play. A Legends Division stresses “participation over competition” and is restricted to alumnus that graduated in 2003 or before. Legends will only be allowed to play in one division. Concessions will be served throughout the day as all proceeds will be used to support Hillsboro Youth Basketball. Rekindle your high school memories and friendships during this annual reunion for a fun-filled family and friend event, and contact your fellow alumni friends and encourage them to attend.
Hillsboro Equipment donates to Community Contributed
The Hillsboro Public Library recently received a generous donation given by Hillsboro Equipment. Deb Lambert sits with Tyler, Tori and Evan, the grandchildren of Don and Joanne Slama. Don and Joanne will be giving Lambert and the Hillsboro Public Library four donation disbursements in the amount of $2,500 each. The total donation amounts to $10,000 and will go towards the second half of the Library’s building project. Plans are in the works to add an adult reading area, a large store room and an outside overhang for
outdoor seating. Lambert states that “The Hillsboro Public Library is grateful to the Slama family for their show of support as the library moves forward to finish their expansion project.” The Slama’s also contributed $3,000 towards the Hillsboro Excellence in Education and Scholarship Funds. Over $30,000 has been committed by individuals, families, organizations and businesses to the fund that was created in early October of 2012.
Winter Residents arrive
BY EILEEN NALE
Elizabeth Parish, who lives along the lake in Hillsboro, has always been the first to admit that she enjoys the beauty of not only the area, but especially looking out of her back window which is a view of the lake. On Sunday, January 6th, she looked out and on the lake there were several snow geese enjoying walking on the frozen lake. There are not the only geese that are sliding around on the ice, but also skaters that have taken advantage of the frozen lake. With the unusual temperatures lately, be sure to test the ice before getting on it to skate.
Trails Closed The Vernon County Snowmobile Trails are closed across the county as of Thursday, January 3. While the county has had about a foot of snow since Friday, December 21, the blowing and drifting has made part of the trails bare of snow. Vernon County is asking for your help in this matter, as the farmers cropland that is bare can be damaged by the snowmobile tearing it up.
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Visit us on Hwy. 80, south of Hillsboro or call 608-489-2612 For one night, two communities gathered as one united in purple. Pack the Gym Night is designed to not only gain awareness on Cystic Fibrosis, but to raise money in honor of two MORE THAN deserving families in the Hillsboro and Wonewoc-Center JUST PRESCRIPTIONS! communities. The evening not only showcased a Scenic Bluffs Boys Basketball game where the Hillsboro Tigers took on the Wonewoc-Center Wolves, but as both schools united in the fight against Cystic Fibrosis. Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited disease that affects the lungs and digestive system of about 30,000 children and adults in the United States (70,000 worldwide). A defective gene and its protein product cause the body to produce unusually thick, sticky mucus that clogs the lungs and leads 727 Water Ave., Hillsboro to life-threatening lung infections and it also obstructs the Phone: 489-3141 • Fax: 489-2821 pancreas and stops natural enzymes from helping the body petersonpharmacy.com break down and absorb food. In the 1950s, few children with Cystic Fibrosis lived to Mon.-Thurs., 8:30-5:30; Fri., 8:30-6:00; attend elementary school. Today, advances in research and Sat., 8:30-1:00; Sun., Closed .Ph. Andrew medical treatments have further enhanced and extended life ,R N. Peterson, R.Ph. • Kent L. Hendrickson for children and adults with CF. Many people with the dis- Wonewoc-Center’s Palmer Schroeder tries to put it in the basket against Hillsboro’s defensive. ease can now expect to live into their 30s, 40s and beyond. There is always a large need for awareness and donations towards CF as one day, a cure will be made and CF will be a curable disease. The disease has affected two special families from both communities. Vida Chute is the daughter of Rusty and Shannon Chute. Rusty is the Technology Education teacher Hwy. 33 Between Reedsburg & LaValle at the Wonewoc-Center School District and Shannon is the Phone: 608-985-7207 or 800-362-5898 Spanish teacher at the Hillsboro School District. Shortly after Hours: 7-5 Weekdays; 7-noon Saturdays Vida was born in March of 2011, she was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis. Tucker Needham is the son of Tory and Jodi Drafting, Estimating, Engineering & Kitchen Layouts Needham. Tory is the Physical Education teacher at the Wonewoc-Center School District and Jodi is an Pole Building Construction or Job Packs Occupational Therapist at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hillsboro. Tucker was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis when he was just Panelized Wall Systems two weeks old. The evening was especially important as the Needham’s Complete Line of Home & Pole Building Materials were not able to attend the event. Just a few days before HHS alumni band members (left to right) Tara Friday, Tucker was taken to the Madison’s Children Hospital Herrewig-Gates, Callie Revels and Mathew Pitkin 5% Cash or Check Discount on Materials and is being hospitalized for a CF infection. were some of the many that were in attendance for Members of the Hillsboro FBLA made sure Tucker could the first Alumni Pep Band during Friday night’s www.hartjelumber.com game. see what was going on with being able to Skype with him on an iPad as others were able to talk with him and the family after the game. The Hillsboro FBLA and Wonewoc-Center National Honor Society’s goals were to fill the gym to its full capacity, as there was standing room only throughout the evening, and to raise as much money as possible with all funds being donated to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in the names of Vida Chute and Tucker The Hillsboro Cheerleaders Haili Kehoe, Julia Needham. Vogel, Kaitlyn Skala, Tamber Teed, Sierra Hanke Fund raisers that were and Brandi Parker pose for a photo during Pack the held throughout the evening Gym before going out and getting the packed gym included a bake sale that ready for the game and evening. included Jeanette Hofmeister’s Cystic Fibrosis Ribbon Cookies, a silent auction that included almost 70 donated items from Hillsboro and Wonewoc businesses, a blanket raffle that was beautifully handmade and minute to beat it as Hillsboro and WonewocCenter students were given one minute to run up in the crowd and collect as much money as possible between the first and second quarters. At the end of the night, early donation totals amounted to $3,682.25. The totals from the t-shirt sales Members of Wonewoc-Center’s National Honor were not included, so hopes Society were available selling t-shirts for the Pack with that donation amount the Gym Night and having a bake sale with cookies will increase will be a defi- made by Jeanette Hofmeister in the shape of the nite large amount of change Cystic Fibrosis Ribbon. to be donated to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Not only was it Pack the Gym Night, but the first Hillsboro High School Alumni Pep Band had everyone standing and rocking out to a lot of classic tunes, especially to 1984 graduate “Celebrating 100 years of service Kevin Munson who can still hold onto his solo during “Wipe Out.” There were 27 alumni to your community” members present and hopefully next year there will be more as it will become an annual 726 Water Avenue • Hillsboro, WI• 489-2621 event. 435 Bridge Street, Hwy 33 • Union Center • 489-2761 With the evening’s full schedule, the Hillsboro boys did win against Wonewoc-Center 4941.
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Hyer leads Panthers to Win BY TASHA MUELLER
The early season girl’s basketball race for a Scenic Bluffs Conference title has been rapidly increasing, as the Wonewoc-Center Lady Wolves proved to be a tougher competition than expected against the Royall Lady Panthers Thursday night. The Lady Panthers wanted to withhold their current unbeaten conference standing as the Lady Wolves wanted to gain their first conference win. Within the final seconds, the wolves made a remarkable comeback as Royall’s Bria Altamore hurt her knee at the end of the third and did not return to the game. The Panthers were leading at half-time by nine points as the deficit was shattered to only one point, 42-41, as back-to-back baskets coming from Wonewoc’s Erin Laack and Madeline Benson made the game changers. Royall’s Kelly Switz made a basket inside to hold onto the lead. Then, a lay-up from Jenna Parrish took the Panthers into a five point lead, 46-41 with 56 seconds left. Benson hit her three-pointer to make the Wolves closer to victory, 46-44, but they couldn’t get by late possessions as the Panthers racked up another conference win. Panther freshmen, Paige Hyer, started off the game on the right foot as the Panthers led 10-4 in the first quarter through Hyer’s six points within the first quarter and ended with a game-high total of 16 points. Hyer then added seven more points in the second, as Kelly Switz and Nicole Miller each added four points to lead at halftime 26-16. Within the second half, six different Lady Wolves added points to the scoreboard as they tried to cut the lead 36-31 going into the fourth. Benson led the Wolves with 13 points, as Laack and Sara Eberhardt both had 8 points apiece, Lilah Krueger held onto 5, Katie Skaro and Emily Tracy each with 3 and Kelsey Rego and Emma Schumann with 2 points, respectively. The Panthers Kelly Switz also added double digits with 10 points, Kelsely Vaassen added 9, Nicole Miller had 7 points and Madeline Miller and Jenna Parrish each had two points.
Royall hosted Weston Monday evening in non-conference play and still holds onto their unbeaten season as the Panthers (4-3, 4-0 SBC) won 42-31. Wonewoc (2-3, 0-3 SBC) also hosts a non-conference matchup against Seneca Monday evening. Wonewoc then host Hillsboro Tuesday night and will travel to Necedah on Thursday. A makeup game against New Lisbon that was supposed to be held on December, 21, 2012 will be played on Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at Wonewoc. Wonewoc will also host a matchup against the Necedah Cardinals on Monday, February 18, 2013 as only the Varsity will be playing and tipoff will be at 7 pm.
WC VS ROYALL Wonewoc’s Emily Tracy tries to find a clearance past Royall’s defense Madeline Miller and Paige Hyer during Thursday night’s matchup. The Wolves couldn’t stop the Panthers as only two points was the difference of the final score, 46-44.
CONTRIBUTED Wisconsin has a new rustic road and it’s in Sauk County just outside of LaValle. Governor Scott Walker has designated Bundy Hollow Road in the town of LaValle as State Rustic Road No. 112. The road is slightly less than three miles long. Wisconsin’s Rustic Road system was created in 1973 to preserve scenic, lightly traveled country roads for the enjoyment of bikers, hikers and motorists. Rustic roads have a speed limit of 45 mph. The state’s system now includes more than 640 miles of rustic roads through 58 counties. Those who have traveled the road know the hilly, winding path, bordered with walls of wooded areas, farmland, a creek and wetlands. The area is home to many types of wildlife. Not only are deer, coyotes and wild turkeys frequently seen roaming there, but there are also fox, badgers, sandhill cranes and an occasional eagle and bear. The process to achieve rustic road status started last year
Cover to Cover BY KIM DEARTH
In the Loop... What a difference a day makes! I was so looking forward to Holiday events, then - Wham! - I was hit by a passing Flu Bug that took me out of commission for 10 days or so. And everyone that I talk to has been sick this winter! It is times like these that you can really appreciate the convenience of ordering books and movies online, and stopping by the library just to to pick them up. So, this week, I have just a few short notes about what is happening at the LaValle Library. Over the holiday, there were many generous donations made through the Giving Tree located at the library. The office supplies that were collected are very appreciated. Many thanks to everyone who participated and remember, that if you find a good deal on office supplies, or kids craft items, pick up a couple extras. They will be put to good use! Speaking of donations, please keep in mind that any books donated to the library should be recent releases and in "new" condition. Since our space is small, our librarian has to be very careful what books can be added to our collection. Any books published more than 5 years ago probably won't make the cut. On Thursday, Jan 3rd, a small group of Friends met to plan the upcoming events. We will be starting the year off right in February with the Annual Birthday Party and Volunteer Appreciation Event. Watch for more details. Movie Night will be Saturday, January 19th at 7pm. Featured will be Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days. Soon, the after school activities and the Preschool Reading program will start again. watch for more details. To get in contact with the La Valle Library is easy. Email us at lavallelibrary@mwt.net; Our Website is www.lavallelibrary,com and at 985-READ! You can find us on Facebook or Follow us on Twitter! The LaValle Library is open Monday thru Thursday from 3-7pm and on Saturday from 9 til noon. Stay Healthy! As always, it's a pleasure to share what I know for now.
Martin Truck Driver Honored
Rustic Road
Now that the holiday rush is over, it’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy some down time. Did you or someone you know receive a new e-reader or electronic tablet for Christmas? Join us on Tuesday, January 22 at 10 a.m. for a tablet class covering iPads, Nooks and Kindles. We’ll teach you the basics, from “How do I turn this thing on?,” to how to order e-books through the library to enjoy on your new device. Please call 608-4647625 or stop by the library to sign up. Also coming up will be our second LEGOS in the Library Block Party on
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Wednesday, January 30 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. The children who participated in our first Block Party over winter break had a blast building all types of creations around the month’s theme of “Welcoming the New Year.” Stop by the library to see their handiwork on display and get inspired with ideas of your own. The party is open to all children (and the young at heart) ages 5 and up. No advance sign-up is necessary, so bring your imagination and stop on by! See you at the library! Kim Dearth is Library Director of the Wonewoc Public Library.
with a petition drive headed by Bundy Hollow Road resident Mary Ann Kinsman. The petition went to the town boards of Ironton and LaValle. The application process required resolutions by each board, and the boards were the official applicants. “It’s a huge statement from both town boards,” LaValle town chairwoman Bev Vaillancourt said. “They value the rural qualities of their towns. We have a thriving farm community that we applaud. This maintains the rural character of the road, which is zoned agricultural. You can’t have development along the road. That would take away the rustic nature.” While it took some time and effort, Kinsman said getting neighbors’ support was easy. “Everybody was for it,” Kinsman said. “It’s a beautiful road, and we want to maintain the character.”
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The National Association of Small Trucking Companies (NASTC) represents over 3,600 trucking companies in the United States and Canada. They employ over 55,000 drivers. Each year the association sponsors’ a driver of the year program to recognize the very best drivers within their group. Among the drivers selected to this year’s team of, “Drivers of the Year” was William King, rural LaValle, who drives for Martin’s Bulk Milk Service of Wilton, Wisconsin. “As a recipient of this prestigious award, William King joins a very elite group that represent the very best of our 55,000 drivers,” according to Buster Anderson, Executive Vice President of NASTC. “Martin’s Bulk Milk Service is very proud of their drivers and should be very proud of them selves as well,” Anderson added. “It says a lot about a company when they can attract and keep employees of this caliber.” William King has driven for Martin’s Bulk Milk Service for over 13 years, and has been a professional driver for over 27 years. He has accumulated over 3,500,000 accident free miles. King was presented his award at the Annual Conference of the NASTC.
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The Messenger of Juneau County’s want ads are just $10 for the first 20 words. Additional words are 10 cents each. To place an ad, call 1-(608)-462-4902, fax to 1-(608)-462-4903 or email to: themessenger@centurytel.net. We reserve the right to reject any ad that does not meet our standards.
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NEW LISBON: 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Includes heat, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer, dryer and garage. Located on Allen Road, New Lisbon. Call Real Estate Management 608-356-5050 or go to www.realestate managementsolutionsllc.com b1tf
MAUSTON: 1 bedroom, 2nd floor apartment. Newly painted w/ window blinds. Includes heat, stove, regfrigerator, washer & dryer, water & sewer. No pets. $525/month, security deposit, references, & lease. 608-562-3577 or 608-5420120. b17tf
MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT: 2 bedroom mobile homes available in Mauston area. References and Security Deposit Required. Call 608-847-6159. b1tf
FOR RENT: ELROY 2 bedroom apartment $325, 2 bedroom house $425. References, security deposit required. No pets. Call 608462-5595. b19tf
ELROY: One bedroom upstairs apartment, includes stove, refrigerator, central air and heat. $350.00/month. No smoking and no pets. Available 01/01/13. Security deposit and references required. Call (608) 462-8271 or (608) 462-8167. b21tf
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• HEAT, Water, Sewer, Trash included • 1/2 month security deposit • Appliance package • Washer/Dryer hookup *ONE MONTH FREE!* (with approved 1 yr lease) Call today for a personal showing 608-695-5826 riverwood@ premier-real-estate.com Professionally Managed by: Premier Real Estate Mgt. LLC. Equal Housing Opportunity www.premierremgmt.com b10tf HILLSBORO: 2 bedroom upper. Rent starting at $421/mo. Private entry, storage, great location, next to park! Call TODAY 608489-3258. Equal Housing Opportunity. b12tf NECEDAH: 2 bedroom. Rent based on 30% of income. Spacious unit! Find out how low your rent can go! Call Mel at 800-9444866 Ext 126. Equal Housing Opportunity. b12tf NEW LISBON: 1 bedroom upper or lower. Rent based on 30% of income. Great location! Call Mel at 800944-4866 Ext 126. Equal Housing Opportunity. b12tf ELROY: 2 or 3 bedroom upper. Rent based on 30% of income. On site laundry, edge of town, private entry, storage. Call 608-462-5300. Equal Housing Opportunity. b12tf ELROY: Goebel Properties LLC. One bedroom apartment for rent on ground level. No smoking. No pets $425 per month and $425 security deposit. 204 Prospect St. Elroy, WI 53929 Contact Nicki Goebel 4823956 for more information. b15 NEW LISBON: 1 bedroom, 1 bath. $400/month. First month free to qualified renter. Includes sewer and water. 847-3747 b18tf
MAUSTON: 2 bedroom lower apartment. No pets. Garage. Water included, laundry hook up. $575/month. 715-813-0081 b23-5 ELROY: Nice lower 1 bedroom apartment. $550/month, deposit to match. Utilities included. NO PETS. 534 Franklin St. Elroy. 853-1370 or 8531371. b24tf NEW LISBON: 1 bedroom, 1 bath. City of New Lisbon. Washing facilities on site. Includes sewer and water. $425/per month with $425 security deposit. Please call 847-3747. b24tf NEW LISBON: 2 bedroom, 1 bath duplex in New Lisbon w/ country setting. Includes 1 car garage. Washer & dryer. $450/month and $450 security deposit. Sewer & water included. Please call 847-3747. b24tf FOR RENT: 2 bedroom duplex with garage. Security deposit required. No pets. Call 548-2910. p24 ELROY: 1 bedroom, with electric heat, appliances, includes coin operated washer and dryer. $425/per month with $425 security deposit. Phone 608-464-3323 for more information or to look at. b24-2 UNION CENTER: 2 bedroom, 2 full bath, garage, full basement, appliances including washer, dryer, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, stove, and central air. $650/per month with $650 security deposit. Phone 608-464-3323 for more information or to look at. b24-2 WONEWOC: 2 bedroom apartment, electric heat, appliances and coin operated washer and dryer. $425/per month with $425 security deposit. Phone 608-4643323 for more information or to look at. b24-2
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
SERVICES WORK WANTED: Stone or brick or block work. Fix up old stone walls. Lay glass block windows, barn walls. 608-377-2014. b34tf Computer Repair. Contact Dave Heilman 608-4637646 or email: dheilman@centurytel.net. New and refurbished computers in stock. I make house calls! b1tf LAWN/SNOW: Eberts Lawn Service & Snow Plowing. Reasonable price. 608-562-3898 or 608-7284608. Ask for Don b23-5
Help Wanted HELP WANTED: Need Machine operators on all shifts. Competitive wages, health insurance, shift and weekend premium. Apply at NTM Inc. 113 Railroad St., Elroy. Phone 608-462-5066. E - m a i l : LCO@centurytel.net b2eow
FOR SALE WOOD PELLETS: Pure premium Hardwood Wood pellet Fuel. $3.40 a bag. No scrap lumber, no verneers, no softwoods, cash and carry only. Limited sales. Call Steve at 608-547-4048. p24-4
GUN SHOW MAUSTON GUN SHOW @ Anjero’s Sports Bar 531 State Road 82 East Friday, January 11 3pm–8pm Saturday, January 12 8am–4pm Buy-Sell-Trade-Browse Gun Buyer Shows 608-548-4867 p24
LOST LOST DOG: Sarg. 1 1/2 year old, pure bred Yellow Lab. Neutered. Lost from W7718 23rd Street West, Necedah. White markings behind front shoulders, no collar. Very friendly. Family, including 2 little girls, miss him very much. VERY NICE REWARD! Please contact Bill & Doreen Coller. Cell phone: 608-5474849 or 608-547-3638. E m a i l : doreencoller@yahoo.com f23
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Office Assistant
Brunner Wire Products, Inc., an established and progressive manufacturer of specialized fasteners is currently seeking an individual interested in working in our fast-paced, highlyproductive manufacturing facilities. This is an office position, but will require the person to become familiar with the manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have good interpersonal skills, be well-organized and good with numbers. We are looking for flexible individuals, who have good attendance and want to make a long-term commitment. We offer a competitive wage, in line with training and experience, and an excellent company-paid benefit package, including Health, Dental and Life Insurance, as well as shortterm disability benefits, paid Holidays and 401K retirement plan. Interested candidates should apply in person or send a resume'/cover letter to:
Brunner Wire Products, Inc 210 Grove Ave • P.O. Box 137 • Elroy, WI 53929 Attn: Human Resources E-mail: terris@brunnerwireproducts.com Application Deadline: January 24, 2013 We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HELP WANTED Foodservice Substitutes
The Royall School District is looking for individuals interested in subbing in our foodservice department. Candidates will be responsible for preparing and serving food, general cleaning, and maintaining foodservice sanitation standards, as well as abiding by necessary safety requirements. Interested candidates seeking further information please contact: Jennifer Jennings at 462-2600 ext. 2115. Send completed application available on line at (www.royall.k12.wi.us) use substitute para professional application to: Royall School District, Attn: Jennifer Jennings, 1501 Academy Street, Elroy, WI 53929. An Equal Opportunity Employer
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Page 16 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. STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs Defendant(s) CASEY R. RADCLIFF, et al. Case No: 11 CV 151 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 16, 2012 in the amount of $115,643.71 the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 5, 2013 at 10:25 AM TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2.) Sold "as is" and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: in the main lobby of Juneau County Justice Center located at 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin DESCRIPTION: A part of Block 7 of the Miscellaneous Addition to the City of Mauston, Juneau County, Wisconsin, more particularly described as the South or Southwest 1/2 of the following described property: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said Block 7 and thence running Southeasterly along the North line of said Block 7, a distance of 172 feet; thence South 29.5° West to the
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. /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 Northeast corner of land sold to Andrew Lobenstein and wife, recorded in Volume 140 of Deeds, Page 380; thence Northwesterly along the North line of said Lobenstein land to the East line of Grove Street; thence Northeasterly along the East line of said Grove Street a distance of 129 feet more or less to the point of beginning; Excepting therefrom the following described property to-wit: Beginning at the Northwest corner of said Block 7, being a point on the Easterly line of Grove Street, also being the Southwest corner of Lot 9, Block 6, of Gray`s Addition to the City of Mauston; thence along the North line of said Block 7 of the Miscellaneous Addition, also being the South lines of Lots 9, 8, 7, 6 and 5 of Block 6 of Gray`s Addition, South 60° 22` 30" East, 172 feet; thence along a line South 28° 25` 20" West, 64.50 feet; thence along a line North 60° 22` 30" West 172 feet, to a point on the Easterly line of Grove Street; thence along the Easterly line of Grove Street bearing North 28° 25` 20" East, 64.5 feet to the point of beginning. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 516 Grove Street, Mauston, WI 53948 TAX KEY NO.: 29251-0982 Dated this 17th day of December, 2012. Sheriff Brent Oleson Juneau County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C. is the creditor's attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Publish: January 10, 17, 24, 2013 WNAXLP
January 10, 2013
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY Bank of America, N.A. Plaintiff vs Defendant(s) JEROME J. ZUKAUSKI, et al. Case No: 12 CV 151 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on September 13, 2012 in the amount of $286,981.50 the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 5, 2013 at 10:00 AM TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2.) Sold "as is" and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: in the main lobby of Juneau County Justice
Center located at 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin DESCRIPTION: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE IN JUNEAU COUNTY, STATE OF WISCONSIN: LANDS LOCATED IN AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LOTS ONE HUNDRED NINE (109), ONE HUNDRED FIFTEEN, (115) AND ONE HUNDRED TWENTY-ONE (121), ADDITION NO. 2, WHISTLING WINGS SUBDIVISION, TOWN OF GERMANTOWN, JUNEAU COUNTY, WISCONSIN. PROPERTY ADDRESS: W5873 Pheasant Drive, New Lisbon, WI 53950 TAX KEY NO.: 290122544 & 290122550 & 290122538 Dated this 26th day of December, 2012. /s/ Brent Oleson Juneau County Sheriff Sara M. Schmeling Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086879 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C. is the creditor's attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Publish: January 10, 17, 24, 2013 WNAXLP
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. Plaintiff vs Defendant(s) BERNADETTE K. ARNOLD, et al. Case No: 11 CV 321 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on June 14, 2012 in the amount of $172,362.80 the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 5, 2013 at 10:10 AM TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2.) Sold "as is" and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that
no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: in the main lobby of Juneau County Justice Center located at 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin DESCRIPTION: Lot 9, Harmonisle Addition to the City of Mauston, Juneau County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 110 West Monroe Street, Mauston, WI 53948 TAX KEY NO.: 292510677 Dated this 21st day of December, 2012. /s/Brent Oleson Juneau County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C. is the creditor's attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Publish: January 10, 17, 24, 2013 WNAXLP
Seeking Proposals for Town Assessor The Town of Fountain, Juneau County is accepting proposals for a Town Assessor for 2013 and beyond. We have an estimated population of 556 with an assessed value of 35,110,500 in 2012. Parcel count is 1351, improvement count is 266. Proposals will include maintaining the assessment roll and individual property classifications within 10% of equalized value. Open book, Board of Review, and future evaluations. The proposal will include the conversion of data from cards to the electronic form as required by the State of Wisconsin. Please send your proposal along with a copy of certification, proof of insurance, resume and references by January 8th to Sarah Ann Shanahan, Clerk, W9921 Jacobsen Rd. Camp Douglas, WI 54618 or email fountain8244@gmail.com. The Town of Fountain, Juneau County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. Publish: January 10, 2013 WNAXLP
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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY BANK OF MAUSTON a Wisconsin Banking Corporation, 503 State Road 82 East, Post Office Box 226, Mauston, WI 53948 Plaintiff vs. Defendant Julio R. Diaz 404 Baders Villa East New Lisbon, WI 53950 Case No. 12SC1023 Code Replevin 31003 AMENDED SUMMONS To: Julio R. Diaz 404 Baders Villa East New Lisbon, WI 53950 You are being sued by Bank of Mauston in the small claims for Juneau County, Circuit Courtroom, Branch 3, Second Floor, Juneau County Justice Center, 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin, 53948, telephone
number (608)847-9350. A hearing will be held at 12:30 o’clock p.m. on Monday, January 28, 2013. If you do not appear, or file a written answer and provide a copy to the pliantiff and plaintiff’s attorney on or before the date and time stated, a judgment may be given to the plaintiff. A copy of the claim has been mailed to you at the address above. Dated this 28th day of December, 2012. Curran, Hollenbeck & Orton S.C. By Thomas J. Casey State Bar No. 1006622 A Member of the Firm Attorney for the Plaintiff 111Oak Street, P.O. Box 140 Mauston, WI 53948 608-847-7363 Publish: January 10, 2013 WNAXLP
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY OneWest Bank, FSB Plaintiff vs. Defendant(s) ESTATE OF PATRICIA A. O`BRIEN, et al. Case No: 12 CV 51 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on October 30, 2012 in the amount of $87,393.03 the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 5, 2013 at 10:05 AM TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2.) Sold "as is" and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared
as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: in the main lobby of Juneau County Justice Center located at 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 700 recorded in Volume 3 of C.S.M. at Page 166, being a part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 16, Township 15 North, Range 5 East, Town of Marion, Juneau County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: W2808 51st Street, Mauston, WI 53948 TAX KEY NO.: 290260675 Dated this 27th day of December, 2012. Sheriff Brent Oleson Juneau County Sheriff Dustin A. McMahon Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.blommerpeterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peterman, S.C. is the creditor's attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Publish: January 10, 17, 24, 2013 WNAXLP
TOWN OF WOODLAND TOWN OF WOODLAND SAUK COUNTY Please take notice that the Town of Woodland, Sauk County, enacted Ordinance No. 01-2012, Extending Town Officer Terms In Response to Election Law Changes, on December 10, 2012. The ordinance extends the term of any elective officers in the town from the 2nd Monday of April until the 3rd Tuesday of April in the same year which the terms would otherwise have expired. The full text of Ordinance 012012 may be obtained at the town clerk’s office at S548 County Road G, Wonewoc, WI. For additional information, contact Town Clerk Nancy Dieck at 608-464-3290. Nancy Dieck, Clerk Publish: January 10, 2013 WNAXLP
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Juneau County Zoning Department has received a Nonmetallic Mining Reclamation Plan from Shadowland Operating, LLC/TPS OPS, LLC, located in Section 19 & 30, Township 17 North, Range 2 East, Town of Orange. The public may review the application request and all supporting materials including the proposed reclamation plan at the Juneau County Zoning Office, 650 Prairie Street, Mauston, WI. Any person residing within, owning property, or whose principle business is within 300 feet of the boundary of the parcels where the mining site is proposed may request a public informational hearing on the proposed reclamation plan. This request must be made in writing to the Juneau County Zoning Office within 30 days of the publication of this notice. Publish: January 10, 2013 WNAXLP
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS VILLAGE OF WONEWOC WONEWOC PUBLIC LIBRARY 2013 ADDITION WONEWOC, WISCONSIN Project 04625002 The Village of Wonewoc will receive sealed bids at their office located at 200 West Street, Wonewoc, Wisconsin 53968 for the Wonewoc Public Library 2013 Addition until 3:00 p.m. on February 19, 2013. All bids shall be labeled as “SEALED BID - WONEWOC PUBLIC LIBRARY 2013 ADDITION BID PACKAGE _____” and will be publicly opened and read aloud at that time. The project will be bid with multiple prime bids to the Village. The project will be under the construction manager coordination. The project is a two level Library addition with an elevator. The 2,285 square feet upper floor contains library spaces and the 1,936 square feet lower floor contains a meeting room. The structure is wood framed with a membrane roof and a concrete foundation. There will be an optional PREBID CONFERENCE at the existing Library located at 305 Center Street on February 1, 2013. The BIDDING DOCUMENTS may be examined at the offices of MSA Professional Services, Inc., Baraboo, Wisconsin; the Village of Wonewoc; Bid Tool, Oak Brook Terrace, Illinois; Bid+ Builders Exchange, Madison, Wisconsin; the Builders Exchange of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; iSqFt, MEDA, and AGC of Minnesota Plan Room Partnership, Brooklyn Center, Minnesota; La Crosse Builders Exchange, La Crosse, Wisconsin; McGraw Hill Dodge Reports, West Allis, Wisconsin; and Reed Construction Data Plan Room, Norcross, Georgia. Copies of the BIDDING DOCUMENTS are available at www.questcdn.com starting January 21, 2013. You may download the digital plan documents for $20 by inputting Quest eBidDoc #2396691 on the website’s Project Search page. Please contact QuestCDN.com at 952 233 1632 or info@questcdn.com for assistance in free membership registration, downloading, and working with the digital project information. Planholders list will be available at www.questcdn.com. WAGE RATES; the minimum wages to be paid on the project shall be the higher of the wage scale established by either the Federal or State wage rates. Wisconsin State Wage Rates: Pursuant to Section 66.0903, Wisconsin Statutes, the minimum wages to be paid on the project shall be in accordance with the wage rate scale established by State wage rates. Federal Davis Bacon Wage Rates: Federal wage rates can be found at http://www.wdol.gov/dba.aspx#0. Be aware that project Administrators, Bidders, and Contractors are required to use the latest federal wage rate available at the time of bid opening. This project anticipates the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding. Attention of Bidders is particularly called to the requirements as to conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under the contract, Section 3, Segregated Facility, Section 109 and E.O. 11246. No bidder may withdraw his bid within 30 days after the actual date of the opening thereof. Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive or not waive any informalities in the bids received, and to accept any proposal which they deem most favorable to the interests of the Owner. Published by the authority of the Village of Wonewoc. CONSTRUCTION MANAGER: ARCHITECT/ENGINEER: Holtz Builders, Inc. MSAProfessional Services, Inc. Reedsburg, Wisconsin 53959 Baraboo, Wisconsin 53913 Publish: January 10, 2013 WNAXLP
TOWN OF WOODLAND NOTICE TOWN OF WOODLAND TOWN CAUCUS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE to the electors of the Town of Woodland, Sauk County, State of Wisconsin, that a TOWN CAUCUS for said Township will be held on SATURDAY, JANUARY 19, 2013 at 1:30 p.m. at the Woodland Town Hall, to nominate candidates for the following town offices, to be voted on at the Spring Election, to be held on TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 2013. All terms are for two years beginning Tuesday, April 16, 2013. INCUMBENT OFFICE Town Board Chairman Michael Stanek Town Board Supervisor I Leland Meffert Town Board Supervisor II Tim Novy Town Clerk Nancy Dieck Town Treasurer Gary Dieck Nancy Dieck, Clerk Town of Woodland Publish: January 10, 2013 WNAXLP
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CITY OF NEW LISBON BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOOL DISTRICT OF NEW LISBON PK-12 IMC Monday, January 14, 2013 7:00 p.m. The New Lisbon School Board will hold a regular Board of Education Meeting on January 14, 2013 in the PK-12 IMC at 7:00 P.M. Open Session Call Meeting to Order Verification of Compliance with Open Meeting Law Roll Call Approval of Agenda Approval of Board of Education Meeting Minutes Recognition of Visitors Communications a. Mrs. Walker, Athletic Director - Updates b. Mr. Syftestad –Updates c. Mr. Toelle – Updates d. Mr. Birr – Superintendent’s Report e.Committee Reports Buildings and Grounds Committee Report – Mr. Kopplin f. Public Comments Approve Monthly Invoices New Business a. Celebrate New Lisbon b. Discussion Regarding: WASB Resolutions – Mr. Hopper Plan of Apportionment for School Board Members Vision 20/20 c. Consideration and Potential Action Concerning the Following: CESA 10 Contract for 2013-2014 Teacher Request for Time Off Without Pay Support Staff Request for Time Off Without Pay Resignation of Girls’ Varsity Volleyball Coach Teacher Resignation Stove Donation Roof Replacement Period of Public Comment Adjourn Wendy Murphy, School Board Clerk Publish: January 10, 17, 2013 Upon request to the District Administrator, submitted twentyfour (24) hours in advance, the District shall make reasonable accommodations including the provision of informational material in an alternative format for a disabled person to be able to attend this meeting. WNAXLP
TOWN OF FOUNTIAN Notices Town of Fountain, Juneau County Town Hall W9921 Jacobsen Rd. Camp Douglas SPRING ELECTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at an election to be held in the Town of Fountain on Tuesday, April 2nd 2013, the following offices are to be elected to succeed the incumbents listed. All terms are for two years. Town Board Chairperson- Wayne Olson Town Board Supervisor #1- Mark Stauffacher Town Board Supervisor #2- Ray Kriegl Town Clerk- Sarah Ann Shanahan Town Treasurer- Kim Perz PUBLIC MEETING January 7th, 7 p.m. Agenda Discussion of building a new town hall Formation of a Building Advisory Committee Monthly Board Meeting January 8th, 6 p.m. Notice is hereby given that the Board for the Town of Fountain, Juneau County, will be at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 8th 2013. Immediately following to board meeting will be the Town Caucus. NOTICE OF TOWN CAUCUS January 8th, following regular board meeting Notice is hereby given that a town caucus for the Town of Fountain, Juneau County, will be held at the Fountain Town Hall, W9921 Jacobsen Rd, Camp Douglas immediately following the monthly Board meeting beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 8th 2013. The purpose of the caucus is nominating candidates for the Spring Election to be held April 2nd, 2013. Sarah Ann Shanahan, Clerk Publish: January 10, 2013 WNAXLP
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Letter to the Editor The year is 1960. I am a 4th grader at the Glendale country school. Two girls attempt to hijack a Kendall school bus by threatening the bus driver with knives. The driver intimidated them and the attempt failed. I know this happened because one of the girls was my cousin and the knife she used was mine. The year is 1969. I had graduated high school and started college in the fall. A 14 year old student walked into the principals office of the Tomah Junior High School and killed the principal with a shotgun. The years are 1981 until 1993. I serve on the Tomah Area School Board, 6 years as its president. During that time, we expelled or disciplined a number of students who brought knives or guns into the school. I remember one case in particular where the student had a pistol and threatened to kill a teacher. The location of the gun was reported by another student. These are events from my personal experience and, I think, illustrate very well that threats with weapons in schools is not a new occurence. The various methods that we have seen over the years illustrate that guns are not necessary to reek havoc. The Oklahoma bombing is a prime example. Information is readily available about how to make a variety of weapons which are not guns. Kids are even taught in some
high school classes how to make guns, cannons, and bombs from materials found in most homes. Although I don't choose to own a gun and am not a member of the NRA, I feel that gun control is the wrong way to try to stop any future violence, just as drug control does not stop illegal drug manufacture and use. We already have good laws in place regulating gun ownership. I don't believe we can realisticly expect to prevent this type of thing from ever happening again. I do believe there are ways to make our schools more safe and to reduce the number of fatal incidents. We are teaching our children that violence has no consequences. They sit for hours "killing and bombing" on video games. TV ads now even have parental warnings about the level of violence in these games. Since those who make and sell the games and those who use them are protected by the constitution, it is up to parents and educators to monitor children's activities and educate children about the reality of violence and its consequences. Many in our society are on some type of medication and/or using illegal drugs. We all see the signs every day in the eyes and actions of people we come in contact with. On TV there are warnings on drug ads that you should "notify your doctor if you notice a personality change". We cannot expect consistent good judgement from these people. I have
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been threatened by someone who the police informed me "must be off their medication again". They live among us. We need to educate people about reporting suspicious behaviour. We need to put extra effort into stopping the manufacture and distribution of illegal drugs. We should review our expanding use of prescription drugs. My grandsons attend the New Lisbon schools. I overheard a conversation they had with another student about the drills they go through at school about what to do if there is a dangerous situation on the school grounds. We used to only have to worry about fire drills. Now they are basicly terrorism drills. After listening to them and asking a few questions, I feel that they have a good handle on what to do and they are confident about it. We need to make sure all students are drilled on procedures they should follow if they are made aware of a dangerous situation while at school. In the end, it is the responsibility of every community member to insure that we and our children are made aware of that to watch for and what to do if a person appears dangerous. And it is up to all of us to hlep instill good judgement in our children from an early age. Lloyd Chase New Lisbon
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BY NANCY J SCHNEIDER Are you one of the people who like to look back on the past year and see what all happened? I know the news channels like to do that, but in a way so do I. I keep a journal so it’s easy for me to “look back” and see where I’ve been and what all happened. It’s weird in one way because sometimes I forget some of the stuff I wrote in that book. But there are other things that bring a smile to my face when I read what happened. I remember it was January 15th when we got our little Squirt. I remembered that but reading the feelings I had when it happened is another story. We had been kinda, sorta looking around for another dog but hadn’t settled on any. Then we got a message from Mike at the Juneau County Animal Shelter. He had a dog we “might” be interested in. We went, we saw, we took and that was Squirt. One of the things I made a note of on that first day was that she didn’t share very well. Guess what? That hasn’t changed a bit. She still takes everything away from Spud and of course he still lets her. Oh well as long as they don’t fight I guess they have to work it out. Reading it over brings back the memories. Then there are the sad ones. A very dear friend, Sam Eltag, passed away last year on January 2nd. It’s hard to lose a good friend. I think of him often and his wife Irene. Such dear people. I’m glad I have the memories. Then the “trauma” of having Squirt spayed. Not for her, but me. I’m always afraid something will go wrong, but nothing did. She survived just fine. I was worried that maybe when she came home Spud would be rough or chase or something but he just sniffed her over gently and left her alone. She crawled under the couch and that’s where she stayed till the next day. He could see and smell her but not touch her. Very smart on her part. I was afraid she’d think we were deserting her and she’d be taken to the shelter again because we only had her 3 weeks. But we came to get her and everyone was happy. Maybe that is when she knew this is her forever home. I’m quite sure she doesn’t even think of leaving ever again.
We had a Mother/Daughter banquet and Father/Son fun night at church and both were successful. Our Pastor and his wife had a baby boy Elijah on March 5th and all are doing well. At the end of March my sister got a dog from Juneau County Shelter and named him Stiches. She is as pleased with him as we are with our two. I don’t know why more people don’t adopt a pet from a shelter. They need homes and love, too. We went to Buckhorn Park several times but not as often as I’d like. We never went camping all year, which for us is unusual. Hopefully this year we will change that. Weather was dry as we all remember and my garden didn’t produce as much as it normally does, but we had enough to eat. I didn’t do as much canning because of that but as I said, we had enough to eat. My youngest sister had major eye surgery and it all turned out very good, thank God. So reading back last years journal is a trip down memory lane. These are just some of the highlights and thoughts. Some good, some great, some sad and some not very good. But I’m glad I have it written down. I don’t understand why more people don’t keep journals. They are so darn interesting to re-read at a later date. This way I can enjoy life over and over again. All the good, bad, and beautiful. It helps me see that I did get through some tough times, but also that I enjoyed a lot of good times. I’ve kept a journal for years. I don’t know why but I don’t do it on the computer. Pen and paper for me. Some day when I’m in my “forever home” I don’t know what will happen to all of them. Maybe Wendy will read them or maybe she will just toss them. It really doesn’t matter. I enjoy writing them and taking trips down memory lane later. Until next week I’ll leave you with this NO-nonsense thought: It’s taking me a long time to become the person I want to be. n Nancy J Schneider is a member of The Wisconsin Regional Writers Association and writes freelance. Nancy can be reached at njswritingnook@yahoo.com.
January 10, 2013 Notice of Public Hearing for Proposed Piers CP Land Holdings, LLC, P.O. Box 1027, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495 has applied to the Department of Natural Resources for a permit to place piers on the bed of Castle Rock Lake. The Department has scheduled a public informational hearing on this project because the Department received a request for a public hearing pursuant to s. 30.208(3)(b), Stats. The hearing is scheduled for January 30, 2013, at 10:00 at the Germantown Town Hall, N 7560 17th Ave., New Lisbon Wisconsin 53950. The project is in the NW1/4 of the SW1/4 of Section 20, Township 17 North, Range 4 East, Town of Germantown, Juneau County. The proposal consists of 8 structures comprising 130 boat slips. Each structure would have a main stem up to 80 ft long with arms extending to the sides. Seven of the piers would have 8 arms, and one pier would have 9 arms. An existing 80-ft-long pier adjacent to the public boat launch would be removed. The hearing will be a public informational hearing where members of the public can learn more about the proposed activity and submit written or spoken comments about the
THE MESSENGER OF JUNEAU COUNTY waterway and project in light of the standards below. The Department is currently evaluating the applicant’s proposal and must consider factual information about the following legal standards in deciding whether to grant, modify, or deny a permit or approve or disapprove a contract for the project: ¥ Whether the project will materially obstruct navigation, including commercial, recreational, active and passive forms of navigation ¥ Whether the project will be detrimental to the public interest, including fish and wildlife or their habitat, natural scenic beauty or water quality • Whether the project will materially reduce the flood flow capacity of a stream The Department has made a tentative determination that it will issue the permit for the proposed activity. The Department considers all the following information to make a decision to approve, modify or deny the application: 1. Applicable standards in statutes, rules, and common law. 2. Plans and information provided by an applicant. 3. Information gathered during site investigations.
Taking Refuge BY STEVE NORLING It is the second week of 2013 and the first of this year’s events is set to take place on the Necedah National Wildlife Refuge. I have mentioned it several times but here it is again: “Snowshoe Birding” will take place on this Saturday January 12th. There are snowshoes available to use but if you have your own it is recommended that you bring them along. The reason is that the supply of snowshoes at the refuge is limited and on a couple of occasions there have not been enough to go around to all who wanted them. The event will take place from 1 – 2 PM and I intend to be there. This should be a real fun outing. Come on out and join us. The visitor center at the refuge is on winter hours, being open six days per week (Monday – Saturday). The hours are still 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The refuge itself is open from sunrise to sunset and there is a rest room that is open from the outside of the building that can be used. This means that you can go in and walk the trails and enjoy yourself without the visitor center being open. With all of the snow and cold weather the skiing and snowshoeing should both be excellent. Remember, you can check snowshoes out any time the visitor center is open and go out on your own. There are both adult and youngster size snowshoes available. If you want to enjoy winter come on out and try snowshoeing. Even if you have never done it before there is no real trick to it. If you can walk, you can snowshoe. Back on November 29th I was writing about the whooping crane and how the research on them was going. I covered the first ten years of the project and the problems with the whoopers reproducing here on and near the refuge. I promised then that I would get into the research that is going on to find out the source of the problem. Well, the holidays came up and I talked a lot about other things and never got back to the whooping crane research. I guess now is as good a time as any to get back to it. A quick recap of what I previously wrote is probably in order. First of all, the whooping crane was next to extinct in North America and completely extinct east of the Mississippi. In 2000 an experiment was done with sandhill cranes and in 2001 the ultra-light program began. When the population reached over one hundred whoopers on and around the refuge the ultra-light project moved to another location. However, another program, “Direct Autumn Release” stayed in effect on the refuge although the birds are released at Horicon Marsh. As very few whoopers were born on the refuge mostly due to the pairs abandoning their nests, it was felt that more research was needed. Once again the research centered around the sandhill crane. As biologist Rich King stated, “If you want to find out about a species that is endangered, study the closest relative of that species.” First of all, sandhill nests were located. This took much time and effort of several people who were at the refuge for the summer. Once nests had been located cameras were put in place to keep track of the nest. Once the sandhills were known to have an egg or two in the nest it was time to remove the egg. When two were in the nest, one was removed and the other was left for the sandhill to hatch. The eggs were replaced with artificial eggs. The eggs taken from the sandhills were taken back to the refuge and put into an incubator. They were checked prior to going into the incubator to make sure they were viable eggs. Some of the eggs were watched in the incubator and when they were about to hatch were taken and traded with eggs that sandhills were sitting on but that were not yet ready for their own eggs to hatch. It was found that even if the sandhills had only been sitting on the eggs for a week they gladly raised the chicks from the eggs that had been in the incubator and had been exchanged for their own. I will finish this subject up next week. Until next week, “See you at the refuge.”
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4. Written or oral provided during a public comment period or public hearing. 5. Statements or information provided by local, state, and national government agencies. 6. Data or information found in natural resource inventories and plans, or maps collected by the department or others using commonly accepted methods. 7. Published scientific research. 8. Section. 1.11, Stats., Wisconsin environmental policy act, and ch. NR 150. 9. Any other pertinent information. If you would like to know more about this project or would like to see the application and plans, please visit the Department’s permit tracking website at https://permits.dnr.wi.gov/water/SitePages/ Permit%20Search.aspx. Reasonable accommodation, including the provision of informational material in an alternative format, will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Any member of the public may submit written comments to Will Stites, 473 Griffith Ave., Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494 by U.S. Mail. Comments shall include the docket number or applicant name, and shall relate to whether the project meets the legal standards listed
above. Comments shall be postmarked no later than 10 days after the date that the public informational hearing is completed. Pursuant to s. 30.208(3)(e), Stats, within 20 days after the 10-day period for public comment ends, the Department shall render a decision that approves, modifies or denies the permit or approves or disapproves the contract that is the subject of the application by mailing the decision to the applicant. The final decision may be appealed as indicated in the permit decision document. Docket Number IP-WC-2012-29-04780 WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES For the Secretary January 4, 2013 Will Stites Water Management Specialist Publish: January 10, 2013 WNAXLP
An Outdoorsman’s Journal
Adventure Galore! BY MARK WALTERS
Hello friends, This week I am writing my annual year in review story, which always insures that I get to stay home for the holidays. After looking over each column I wrote last year, I have to admit, I live an insane life, have a ton of friends, and am a very fortunate person. January 2012 Here is one of the best fishing holes that I can tell you about if you are not already aware of it. I camped on the Mississippi River on what is called the Stoddard Islands and caught some huge perch along with northern pike and bluegill. I would recommend this place to anyone. February 2012 One of my other favorite places to reliably catch big fish is Spring Lake near Alma. I camped on and fished Spring Lake twice last winter and both times I saw some humongous northern pike. The second trip was with several family members and we froze our hiney’s off. March 2012 I only started fishing the walleye run on the Fox River at Depere two years ago, but I think I have it figured out. Do your best to stay away from the crowd and put in your time, large numbers of walleye will be caught. April 2012 I started out the month hunting elk sheds near Clam Lake with my buddy Scott Polencheck. This year we slept under the stars with my pup Fire and found some dandy sheds. In the middle of the month, I headed over to lakes Buttes de Morts and Winnebago where I canoe “paddled” for walleye for 16 hours without getting out of my canoe, big fish of the night was a 26-incher, I got caught in a storm in the dark on Winnebago and I had a sturgeon swim directly underneath my canoe for a good 20 minutes. Selina also shot her first turkey in April and that double bearded “toms” tail looks real nice displayed in our living room. June 2012 O Canada is always the big trip for that month! Shultz lake is a fly in lake that I have been playing on since ’82 and I consider myself a lucky man to have my daughter for a fishing partner and so many friends and family along on what is truly an incredible adventure. July 2012 I learned how to fish for big, flathead catfish with “the Muddaubers” on the Wisconsin River near Portage and these guys know how to fish. Later in the month I paddled my canoe from 6 in the evening until 8:00 the next morning on Lake Michigan near Algoma. I wanted to catch a salmon or a trout and just as the sun was rising I met my goal. I also had a close encounter with “The Badger” that night and kind of saw my life flash before my very eyes! August 2012 I ran a bear bait just because and had fun sitting over it. I fished with a bunch of friends in a musky tournament and they made me stay up late one night! My best memory is of taking Jenna and Jamie Bistodeau, Tess Bigalke and my daughter Selina camping on an island on the Flambeau flowage for four days. I am fortunate to be watching these
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girls grow up and we always have a blast when we spend time together. September 2012 I went on two hunting trips on the Mississippi River and watched Selina shoot her first goose and her first duck. I also watched my golden retriever Fire become a very skilled duck retriever. Fire is due to have pups on the 22nd of January and that is causing a lot of excitement in this house. I am running out of space so I have to sum up the next three months! They were a blast! Totally exhausting! I laughed a lot! Selina shot her first deer! I learned what the definition of completely worn out is! When I mature I will get a real job! Sunset
Scott Polencheck and Fire on a shed elk, antler hunt for near Clam Lake
Mark Walters caught this rainbow trout after a long night of paddling his canoe on Lake Michigan near Algoma
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THE MESSENGER OF JUNEAU COUNTY
FIRST BABY OF 2013 BORN AT MILE BLUFF
On Tuesday, January 1 at 5:51 am, Mile Bluff Medical Center welcomed Alexis Marie Campbell-Rezin to the world as the first baby born at the facility in 2013! The fact that Alexis was the first baby to be born at Mile Bluff in 2013 was a pleasant surprise for her mother, Deborah Campbell of Mauston. "Two of my other children were due around New Year's too, but were born in December instead. I thought I wasn't going to have a New Year's baby," said Deborah. "Alexis was supposed to arrive January 15!" Little Alexis weighed in at 7 pounds, 11 ounces and measured 19 ½ inches in length. She was welcomed by two older sisters and a brother. Her maternal grandmother is Kina Campbell of Mauston. For earning the title of Mile Bluff's first baby of 2013, Alexis received some prizes from area business, including a Visa gift card donated by the medical center. Congratulations to Alexis and her family!
January 10, 2013
THE MITTEN TREE
The students of St. Paul's Lutheran School in Wonewoc decorated their hallway Christmas tree with thoughts of others this year. Instead of the usual ornaments, they placed donated mittens and gloves on the tree. Some people knitted mittens while others donated large bundles of gloves. In all, over 80 pair of mittens/gloves were placed on the tree. There were also several hats and scarfs donated as well. Just after Christmas, the tree was stripped of its "ornaments" and the items were taken to Grateful Hearts Center of Hope in Mauston, where everyday living necessities and clothing are given to community members free of charge. This project was one way the school children were able to help others. Thanks be to God!