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Mental illness to blame for injuries BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD
A possible anxiety attack and mental health condition is suspected to be the reason why a Monroe County male was found wandering a field near Ocean Spray, naked and bleeding. According to a January 16, 2014 press release the Monroe County Sheriff's Department stated they were notified at 4:04 p.m. that same day of a nude male subject being spotted walking in the snow in the area of Essex Avenue near Ocean Spray in the Township of Byron. Deputies responding to the call began a search for the subject and requests for assistance were made to the Oakdale Fire Department and Wisconsin DNR to assist with the search. Weather conditions at the time were dangerously cold due to wind chills, however they were able to locate the subject’s tracks in the snow and confirmed the footprints showed him to be barefoot. Once they tracked him down they found him disoriented and suffering from frostbite. The deputies provided liners from their coats and a face mask to help protect the subject until EMS personnel could arrive. He was then transported to Tomah Memorial Hospital with life threatening injuries including a body temperature of 90 degrees. According to a police report the subject told deputies he had an argument with a family member which resulted in an anxiety attack. It was after that he was unsure what had happened. That same family member had a different account of the situation stating that she had been in a gas station and when returning to her vehicle the subject had disappeared. She claimed that there hadn't been an argument. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Department was assisted at the scene by the Tomah Area Ambulance Service, the Oakdale Fire Department, the Wisconsin State Patrol, the Wisconsin DNR, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Reserve and the Monroe County 911 Dispatch Center.
Accident claims one life The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office reported a fatal motor vehicle crash which was reported at 11:57 p.m., January 18, 2014. The crash occurred on Desoto Avenue about one tenth of a mile west of Ellsworth Road in the township of La Grange. A pickup truck with two occupants was traveling west on Desoto Road when the driver lost control of the vehicle, left the road on the south side struck and knocked over a power pole then rolled onto its side in a ditch. Both occupants of the vehicle were transported to Tomah Memorial Hospital by the Tomah Ambulance Service where one of the occupants a 33 year old male from rural Tomah, WI was pronounced dead. The other occupant a 26 year old female also from rural Tomah was transferred to a Marshfield hospital by Spirit Air medical helicopter. The severity of her injuries is unknown at this time. The names of the occupants are not being released at this time pending notification of family. Assisting at the scene were the Wisconsin State Patrol, Warrens Fire Department and First Responders, Tomah Area Ambulance Service and Rescue Techs and the Monroe County 911 Communication Center. The crash remains under investigation by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, Wisconsin State Patrol and the Monroe County Medical Examiner.
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Offender being released in Mauston Juneau County Sheriff Brent Oleson and Mauston Police Chief Mark Messer are releasing the following information pursuant to Wisconsin State Statute 301.46(2m) which authorizes law enforcement agencies to inform the public of a sex offender’s release when; at the discretion of the agency, the release of information will enhance public safety, awareness, and protection. Sex offenders have always lived in our communities; with approximately 85 currently living in Juneau County. It was not until Act 440 was enacted that law enforcement is able to share this information with the community. Citizen abuse of this information to threaten, intimidate, or harass registered sex offenders will NOT be tolerated. The individual who appears on this notification has been convicted of a sex offense. Further, his criminal offense places him in a classification level which reflects the need to notify the community. James D. Kern has served the secure portion of his commitment imposed on him by the courts. He is NOT wanted by law enforcement at this time. This notification is not intended to increase fear; rather, it is our belief that an informed public is a safer public. Kern will be granted his mandatory prison release date on February 4, 2014 and he will then be residing at the TLP house in the City of Mauston located at 108 Wisconsin Street. Kern is a lifetime registrant of the Wisconsin Sex Offender Registration Program and will be monitored by a GPS ankle bracelet. Kern is not to be off the Wisconsin Street property without approval of his probation and parole agent. James D. Kern was convicted in 2005 for 1st Degree sexual assault of a child less than 13 years of age (as a
James D. Kern repeater). The female victim was seven years old and known to Kern. Kern is a 26 year old white male who is 5’10”, 209 pounds and has brown hair with hazel eyes.
Juneau County in desperate need of welders; county supports education BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD Although the unemployment rate in Juneau County is over seven percent, there is one trade in which many area companies are in desperate need of filling vacancies - welding. At Tuesday's morning meeting of the Juneau County Board of Supervisors members voted in favor of a resolution issuing support for welder training and education. In the resolution it states: "Whereas, at the Juneau County Economic Development Corporation community meeting in New Lisbon on August 20, 2013 there was a discussion about
Walkers Stainless Steel in New Lisbon displaying a "Welders Wanted" sign outside the front of the building for more than a year; and Whereas, city officials at the meeting indicated that more could be done to help local employers in Juneau County find, prepare and train qualified employees; and Whereas, W.M. Sprinkman Manufacturing Service in Elroy and Brenner Tank in Mauston also have a need for several different types of welders." Juneau County Economic and Development Corporation Director Terry Whipple was present for the meeting and explained that
the Wisconsin Technical College is currently writing for a $500,000 grant to help provide more education and training in the field of welding and could use the board's support in applying for the grant. If awarded, the college is looking to partner with New Lisbon High School in providing a space where some of the classes could take place. "It will keep businesses here and draw new businesses to Juneau County," he said. Larry Willard with Sprinkman Manufacturing stated that currently the company is losing business due to a lack of trained
welders and open positions. "People do not generally relocate for shop jobs," he said. Walkers Stainless in New Lisbon is reportedly suffering from 20 vacant welding positions. The resolution did not ask for monetary support from the county, however, stated: The Juneau County Board of Supervisors shall and hereby does request that Western Technical College provide the necessary leadership, teachers, technical assistance, and monetary support for the establishment of the type of welding courses needed by Juneau County manufactures at New Lisbon High School.
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Obituaries DALE “HOPPY” KENNETH HOPPMANN
Dale "Hoppy" Kenneth Hoppmann, 78, of Kendall, died Monday, January 13, 2014, at the Department of Veterans Affairs Hospital in Tomah. He was born to Erwin and Marie (Thielker) Hoppmann on March 19th, 1935 in Barre Mills. He was baptized and confirmed from St. John's Lutheran Church in Barre Mills. He attended the Barre Mills Parochial School and later was a member of the West Salem High School Graduating Class of 1953. After graduation he joined the United State Navy and served during the Korean War. He was united in marriage to Joyce Waldron on December 5th, 1957 at St. John Lutheran Church in Barre Mills. Together they purchased a farm in the town of Glendale, and raised their 5 children. Dale enjoyed training horses, and had a team of miniature team of Halfling horses; he enjoyed working in the garden with his wife, and going to auctions. Dale and Joyce represented Mr. & Mrs. Claus at the local hospitals and for the children in the area for over 30 years. He would always share with the children the meaning of Christ in Christmas. Hoppy worked at several different places during his lifetime; he worked as a boiler man while in the Navy, at the Ford Motor Company, at Ft. McCoy as an electrician, for the Badger Ordinance Company, and in his later years at the Brandau Auction Barn in Kendall. He was a faithful member of St. John Ev. Lutheran Church and a former member of the Kendall Lions Club. Dale was a proud grandpa and great-grandpa, he was active in his grandchildren’s life and tried to attend as many of their events as possible. He was a devoted husband, and a loving father. He is survived by his wife, Joyce, of 56 years of Kendall, 5 children, Elmer (Ruth) of Kendall, Kevin (Robin) of New Lisbon, Perry (Pamela) of Elroy, Paul (Sandra) of Wilton, Cindy (Brian) Pickler of Eau Claire, 10 grandchildren, 15 great- grandchildren, a sister Marion Berg of West Salem, 2 brothers, Wayne (Marilyn) of LaCrosse, and Daniel (Kathy) of Elgin, IL, a brother-in-law Eddie (Sandra) Waldron of Hillsboro, many nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother-inlaw Hilbert Berg. A Funeral Service was held on Friday, January 17, 2014, 11:00 a.m. at St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, Kendall. Pastor Steven W. Neumann officiated. Burial was in the Glendale Cemetery with military honors by the William J. Schriver American Legion Post #309 of Kendall. Relatives and friends were invited to call at the church on Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., and at the church on Friday from 10:00 a.m., until the time of the service. The Smith-Nelson Funeral Home of Kendall is assisting the family with the arrangements Online condolences can be sent to www.sonnenburgfamilyfh.com
ALLEN “LEROY” FREE
Allen “Leroy” Free, age 73, of Brooksville, KY, died on Monday, January 6, 2014 at Meadowview Regional Medical Center, Maysville, KY. He was the son of Delbert and Helen Free and was born March 15, 1940. Leroy lived in the Elroy area for many years where he made lots of friends. Leroy was a Master Carpenter and has many structures attributed to his name in Elroy. Leroy loved his grandchildren and always enjoyed spending time with them. Leroy is survived by his son Monty Free of Tomah, WI, his daughter Dawn Kucher of Brooksville, KY, 5 brothers from Kentucky; Jimmy (Shirley) Free, Bill Free, Bobby (Brenda) Free, Stevie (Cathy) Free, Johnny Ray (Jenny) Free, 4 sisters of Kentucky; Carolyn (Bronson) Moorehead, Phyliss Kay (Jerry) Fagen, Lanna Jo Free, and Pat (John) Marshall, and his four grandchildren. Leroy was preceded in death by his daughter Crystal Free, his wife JoAnne, a granddaughter Sherona, sisters Madge Todd and Anna Catherine Free, and both of his parents. Funeral services were held Friday, January 10, 2014 at Moore & Parker Funeral Home in Brooksville, KY.
BEVERLY ANN HUEBEL
Beverly Ann Huebel died on Wednesday, January 15, 2014. She was born in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, on October 26, 1929, to George Brown and Marguerite (Scott-Brown) Shilling, Beverly graduated from Royall High School, Class of 1947. Beverly married William E. Huebel on May 5, 1951, at the Congregational Church in Elroy, Wisconsin. She was employed as an accountant for several area automotive dealerships and 20 years as comptroller of Merrick Foods until retirement in 1992. Her love of numbers carried forward into teaching her grandchildren at an early age about saving and investing. Bev volunteered her time as leader in the Wonewoc Community in many capacities, spending time and energy as Board of Directors for St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hillsboro, Secretary for the WonewocCenter School Board, member of the CESA Cooperative Education School Association, and later delivered “Meals on Wheels”, always adding delicious home-grown produce from the ‘Huebel Truck Farm’ as a special treat. Other memberships included The Wonewoc Commercial Club and Wonewoc Betterment Club helping with the Scenic Bike Trail and many other community projects. She was a member of the United Methodist Church of Wonewoc , as well as several card clubs and enjoyed the challenges of playing Bridge. Preceded in death are mother and father, sisters Donna Brown Menke, Diane Brown Guegdahl, sister-in-law Katie Brown; brothers Keith Brown and Dave Shilling; son-inlaws Mark A. Riggle and Marvin J. “Doc” Wurster and grandson William Tyler Wurster; sister-law Phyliss Huebel. Beverly is survived by husband, William “Bill” Huebel; Daughters Laurie Wurster of Stockton, Illinois; Julie Huebel of Wonewoc, Wisconsin; Elizabeth (Dave Silverberg) Huebel of Madison, Wisconsin, six grandchildren: Sarah Sullivan and Ashley Wurster of Minneapolis, MN; Brandon Huebel of Whitewater, Whitney Huebel of Poynette, Hailey Riggle of San Francisco and Sam Silverberg of Madison; and great granddaughter, Charlotte Meyer, Poynette, WI; many nieces and nephews and her cat Joey. Bev was known for her avid love of music, baking, cooking, reading, crossword puzzles, sewing, gardening and watching the birds. She will be remembered as a quiet volunteer and servant leader, who will be missed by family and many friends. The family would like to thank Dr. Lea Cornell and the staff at the Sauk County Health Care Center in Reedsburg for their kind and compassionate care over the last few months. A gathering prior to her memorial service at the United Methodist Church in Wonewoc, Saturday, January 25 will begin at 10 a.m., service at 11 a.m. with a luncheon to follow. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established for the Wonewoc Library and the United Methodist Church of Wonewoc.
MARY L. MOWRY
Mary L. Mowry, age 75 years, of Wonewoc, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2014 at Gundersen St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hillsboro, Wisconsin. She was born on November 11, 1938 to Charles and Laura (Davis) Clendenin in Marion, Illinois. Mary lived at Marion for several years and moved to Adams, Wisconsin in 1975. She then lived for 12 years in Wonewoc and more recently resided at Heritage Manor in Elroy. While in Adams she worked at a Cheese Factory and served with the Fire Department. After moving to Wonewoc, she and her sister, Bess operated the Valley Inn Restaurant in Elroy. Survivors include her son, Douglas Clendenin of Florida; grandson, Jason Clendenin; two Great Grandchildren and a sister, Bess (Bill) Solchenberger of Union Center. She was preceded in death by her Parents; two sisters, Geneva and Iretta and brother, Jesse. There will be no Services, the Picha Funeral Home in Elroy assisted the family with arrangements, for online information go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com
January 23, 2014
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CLETUS J. WALKER
Cletus J. Walker, age 82 years, of Hillsboro, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2014 at the Tomah VA Medical Center in Tomah, Wisconsin. He was born on August 16, 1931 to Melvin and Christina (Svitak) Walker in Grant County, Wisconsin. Cletus served in the U.S. Army in 1952 and 1953 in the Korean War. Cletus was united in marriage to Lois Havlik on June 16, 1954 in Hillsboro. They lived in the rural Richland Center area until 1975 when they moved to a farm near Hillsboro. In addition to his work farming, he also was a carpenter and raised beef cattle. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and gardening. He was a member of the American Legion Chapter 32 in Richland Center, the Disabled American Veterans and St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Hillsboro. Survivors include his wife, Lois of Hillsboro; children, Vicki (Floyd) Anderson of Richland Center, Dave (Anita) Walker of Richland Center, Steve Walker of Wonewoc, Kevin (Stella) Walker of Hillsboro and Terry (Rose) Walker of Hillsboro; 15 Grandchildren and 31 Great Grandchildren; a brother, Gerald (Sharon) Walker of LaFarge and a sister, Cleota Caldwell of Belleville. He was preceded in death by his Parents; brother, Kenneth Walker; sister, Lelia Liegel; and brother-in-law, Everett Caldwell. Funeral Services were held on Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Hillsboro, with Rev. Conrad Prell officiating. Interment will be at a later date in the Mount Vernon Cemetery in Hillsboro. Friends called at the Picha Funeral Home in Hillsboro on Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. and at the Church on Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m. For online information go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com
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Detectives no longer able to use vehicles for personal use BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD At Tuesday's meeting of the Juneau County Board of Supervisors the members approved a 2014/2015 union contract between the county and the Juneau County Deputy Sheriff's Association. The approval came only after County Attorney David Lasker provided the supervisors with a summary of changes from the previous contract. According to Lasker, those changes included the definition of "leaves" to be clarified in that employees needing to fulfill military obligations be allowed the needed time off which also includes time to get to and from where they are needed. As of this contract detectives in the Sheriff's Department will no longer be able to use county owned vehicles for personal use while on call. Compensation for on call detectives
has also been clarified. Uniform allowances were addressed as now employees will be able to purchase them through the county without paying a tax. Prior to this contract the County paid 100 percent of the retirement benefits. This year employees will pay 5.5% percent of the benefit cost and on January 1, 2015 the employee portion will rise to 7%. Employees will see a 3% pay increase for 2014 of which, on January 1, 2015 they will receive an addition 1% pay increase and then on July 1, 2015 there will be another pay increase of half a percentage point. The contract approved is a 2 year contract, in previous years it has been a 3 year contract.
New Lisbon Library news BY DEANNA LAUFENBERG LIBRARY DIRECTOR With another year of fundraising for the New Lisbon Memorial Remodeling and Expansion Fund over. I am happy to report our current balance is $167,944.13. For three years many people have been involved in this important project for the City of New Lisbon. With volunteering time, providing gifts and generous donations. With our doll and quilt raffle over, the lucky winners are; 1st place: Sharon Rosine, 2nd place: Jennie Wilhorn, 3rd place: Mark Hansen, 3th place: Faith
Passe, 5th place: Lana Muellenberg, 6th place: Mark Hansen. A total of $255 was raised for this latest fundraising event. Thank you everyone for your participation. A special Story Hour will be held Saturday, January 25 at 10:00 a.m. Tia Svardahl one of our great volunteers has a very unique project organized for anyone who would like to come and participate. I’ll give you a little hint, she knows how to turn snow into different colors. Drive by or stop in for this fantastic program. In January and February librarians around the United States will be filling out
their libraries Annual Reports. Each year we must submit all of our statistics to the Department of Public Instruction. Again, New Lisbon Memorial Library is checking out more material than the previous. More citizens are signing up for library cards and using our free internet and WI-FI service. People are using the library for financial benefits in their personal lives. Our magazines, music CD’s,
DVD, magazine and newspaper subscriptions and updated book collection can save tax payers money and improve the quality of life in a community. If you have any questions please contact me at 608562-3213 or e-mail nlploff@wrlsweb.org. And watch your local newspapers and our website www.newlisbonlibrary.org for more information.
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Lyme disease support Friday, January 31, 2014 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. is when both those afflicted with a Tick Borne Illness or those wanting to learn more are welcomed to gather together in the meeting room of the Hillsboro Public Library, 819 High Ave., Hillsboro, WI. The bacterial agent which causes Lyme Disease is the spirochete, Borrelia burgdorferi. This bacterial infection is most commonly transmitted by the feeding of a deer tick upon its human host. The severity of symptoms (there can a multitude of them) arising from this illness may range from being barely noticeable to being overwhelming. Lyme Disease is known as the great imitator. Its symptoms mimic many other autoimmune diseases, thus complicating efforts to determine why a person is feeling so poorly. "Lyme disease is the most prevalent tick-borne disease in the U.S., with an incidence higher than AIDS, West Nile Virus, and Avian Flu combined," writes Dr. Todd LePine in the January, 2014 issue of the Townsend Letter. Are you afflicted with Lyme Disease, or one or more of the various Tick Borne Disease co-infections which burden far too many people of our area? Our monthly meeting provides round table conversations in a supportive setting. Any questions regarding our meeting, or Tick Borne Disease and Illness may be emailed to garycepek@yahoo.com, or by telephone 608-4892725 (ask for Gary,) or by regular mail to the address listed below.
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Thank You! Outdoor Adventures for the Physically Challenged would like to give thanks to all the businesses and the individuals that have made a donation to our foundation, making 2013 a successful hunt. • Ron & Barb Brunner foundation Bardo Custom Blending Midor Miller Heating Elroy Fire Department Carquest of Elroy Gawronski Signs Jr. Roehling & Sons LLC
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Mauston School District has plans for after school program BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD The Mauston School District is going after a grant that, if awarded, would provide for a 3rd grade through 12th grade after school program housed at Westside Elementary and the Mauston High School. According to Superintendent Christine Weymouth the five year grant is awarded by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) and called a 21st Century Learning Center grant. The plan, according to Weymouth, would be to offer a project based learning after school environment in partnership with area organizations and programs such as the UW Extension, Hatch Public Library, Mauston 4H, and Hess Memorial Hospital. Transportation for the program is also being looked at. Westside students taking advantage of the program would attend at their home school, while the other grades would attend at the high school. Hours of operation would be from 3:15 p.m. until 5:15 p.m. If all goes as planned the goal is to have the program up and running for the fall of 2014.
Audit At Monday evening's meeting of the Mauston School Board representatives from the CPA firm Wegner and Associates provided board members with the results of the district's recent audit. It was a "nice audit" they said which resulted in the district being given a "clean opinion" as there were no major findings. Automated Substitute Teacher Notification System The District will be utilizing a new computer/phone system which would notify registered substitute teachers of a need for their service. Teachers who need a substitute will be able to enter the information as soon as a need arises and then calls will be automated and issued out to substitute teacher. Currently a staff employee arrives at 6:30 a.m. to make any needed arrangements for substitutes in the classroom. The new automated system goes by the name AESOP and will be implemented as of February 3rd. Distance Learning Agreement Board members approved signing with a new distance learning organization. The district had been utilizing the
SANE program through CESA 5. However, that program for the upcoming school year will no longer be available. Board members moved forward in signing with Northern Wisconsin Educational Communication Services out of Rice Lake, Wisconsin. The program is comparable to the SANE and it will also net some savings to the district as a one year contract is only $5,000 compared to $9,000 spent on the other. Booster Club Loan Board members approved signing a $30,000 loan with the Bank of Mauston for the new Golden Eagle Athletic Booster Club Sign. The booster club will pay on the note in full over a five year period. Donation A donation in the amount of $1,000 was accepted by the board members. The donation came from Dr. June Lewandowski and is to be dedicated to the upkeep of the pool at Olson Middle School which is open to the public during certain times throughout the year. According to board member Carrie Buss the district has received similar donations from Lewandowski on an annual basis.
Shadowland opts for plan b BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD At the tail end of the Tuesday morning meeting of the Juneau County Board of Supervisors was a discussion on sand mining and the company Shadowland. Juneau County Cooperation Counsel, David Lasker, announced that recently he has received phone calls from both the attorney for Shadowland and Texas oilman, George Alcorn. "They do not intend to go forward in looking for county backing for the financing," said Lasker. He went on to explain that the company will be going after private financing to fund the sand mining operation in the Town of Orange. It was after that announcement where further discussion centered around monitoring the air and water quality once the operation is in full swing. Juneau County's Director of Land and Water Resources, Greg Lowe, stated that the company has an approved reclamation plan with the Wisconsin
Department of Natural Resources. He went on to state that water outside of the mining facility will be monitored. Lowe went on to state that like facilities in Minnesota and Trempealeau County are just now showing what possible impacts to the environment may occur. County board supervisor Joe Lally issued a warning to his supervisors by stating it would behoove the County to look into future resolutions which would protect the county's natural resources. Juneau County Economic and Development Director Terry Whipple also issued a cautioning remark by stating that while currently Shadowland has decided to look for private backing, they one day could be back wanting the county's support if the backing doesn't come through. Last summer, and during a press conference, Chief financial officer for Shadowland, George Bates, said the goal is to create a state of art facility while remaining a good corporate citizen by ensuring the envi-
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The Messenger January 23, 2014
THE MESSENGER OF JUNEAU COUNTY
You are invited to play games of your choice at the library on Saturday, January 25 at 1 p.m. We will offer children’s games as well as fun for grownups. Teen games may be on the menu, too. Chutes and Ladders, Sticky Darts, Trivial Pursuit, Scrabble, Checkers, Chess, Yu-Gi-Oh… If you have a game of your own, do bring it in. Monday, January 27th at 6 our Mystery Book Group resumes. This month we will talk about “Blood Memory” by Margaret Coel. If you still need a book, or want to join the gang, come to the Elroy Library for a copy. Wednesday, January 29 we will host another Computer Games Night from 5-6:30. Come one, come all. In case you hadn’t noticed, our Soldier has a new scarf. We wanted to draw attention to this statue which guards the library. So in honor of the sacrifices that so many soldiers make, Sarah has knitted a red, white and blue muffler for him during this chilly weather, pictured to the right.
The Royall Booster Club winners were recently announced by Superintendent Mark Gruen. They are: $250/Packer Picture Winners Courtney Christnovich Sue Tillman $100/Wilderness Winners Ryan McKittrick Emma Gruen Matt Braund $50 Winners Dalton Zmolek Louis Hurd Stacy Myers Jim Schneider Representatives thanked all who participated and congratulated the winners.
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SOUL drives Kendall landowners in protecting property Pieces of land in the area could be at stake when preparing lists of natural and cultural assets in the Kendall area. The area is at stake due to a proposed transmission line that would cut through Monroe County. About a dozen landowners stopped by the Kendall Community Hall during the four-hour session, as Rob Danielson from SOUL of Wisconsin, based in La Farge, is helping area landowners fight the proposed transmission line. The four-hour session organized by SOUL on Thursday evening, urged property owners to be specific about the value of their land and how the transmission line would impact it. The Public Service Commission, which must approve the project, “isn’t interested in generalizations.” American Transmission Company proposes the Badger-Coulee project. The 345-kilovolt line would run from Holmen to Northern Dane County and connect with another line that runs to the Twin Cities. According to the application, ATC hopes to begin construction in 2016 and have the line in service by the end of 2018. ATC has narrowed its proposed routes to two – one that follows the rightof-way along interstate 94 from Black River Falls to Dane County and a second from Bangor to Cashton and along the Monroe-Vernon County line through Elroy to Mauston. If the latter route is chosen, it would impact landowners Mervin and Ann Thayer. The Thayer’s land has belonged to the family since 1850. In 2001, the family ceased their dairy operation and rent the 160 acres as cropland in the Monroe County town of Wellington.
The land the Thayer’s have also contributes to operating a landscaping business on the property. “The line would divide our property in half,” Mervin Thayer contributed when discussing the transmission route. “We’d lose our income.” Thayer went on to say the property is priceless to the couple and their four sons. A fine point Thayer expressed was “how do you replace the environment?” Danielson, SOUL secretary, said the power line threatens tourism and housing development in the area, which would hurt all aspects of growing and accommodating to people. A strong membership in Save Our Unique Lands (SOUL) needs strong membership in the group to have a strong voice in the request to the PSC. This is an issue that will have an impact on not only the landowners, but everyone that lives in Wisconsin, as the sights will be monstrous towers, and will involve how much you
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pay for energy, what you see while driving through Wisconsin, and a far reaching economic and environmental impact on this state. Danielson said it’s critical that landowners specify the natural and cultural value of their properties. “The towers are 180 feet high,” Danielson said. “They can be seen for miles.” A coalition of business and labor groups support the project. Eric Bott, director of environmental and energy policy for Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce said last October that “reliable, affordable electric is a top priority for WMC members across Wisconsin.” The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers estimates the line would create 100 local jobs. The project would also raise electricity rates and drain local resources. Danielson added that it doesn’t make sense to add transmission lines when electric usage is flat and that
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THE MESSENGER OF JUNEAU COUNTY
January 23, 2014
MAYOR’S 7TH ANNUAL CHILI COOKOFF This past
Saturday New Lisbon Mayor Lloyd Chase hosted his Annual Chili Cook-Off. The event was held at city hall and according to the Mayor, they had the most competitors to date in the cook-off's seven year history. For just a minimum donation of $8, diners were able to sample the chili, soups, and breads entered into the cook-off and cast their votes for their favorites. Prior to the big day the event had already raised $1,000 from sponsors. All money raised will go towards needed repairs at the city's community pool. Sponsoring the event were The Bank of Mauston, Raabe’s Pharmacy, Riverside Supply, Community Closet, Lloyd’s Auto Parts, and Jared Roeker Agency. Pictured above, Wisconsin State Representative Ed Brooks stopped by the chili cook-off. Here he is pictured (Left) speaking to New Lisbon Mayor Lloyd Chase. EVA MARIE WOYWOD PHOTO
AWARDED SCHOLARSHIP Samantha Olson, New Lisbon, recently received a $1,000 scholarship from the Community Closet Resale store. She is shown above on the left receiving the funds from a closet volunteer, Pat Dahlke. Olson was the 2013 New Lisbon High School class scholarship recipient. The funds are awarded after successfully completing one semester in a college, university, or tech school. Olson is enrolled at U-W Stevens Point. The Community Closet Resale is a resale store located just north of Kwik Trip in New Lisbon. It is a non-profit business operated by volunteers. Proceeds are given back to the community in various ways such as the scholarship program.
From the Pool committee
NEW LISBON DECEMBER STUDENTS OF THE MONTH Back row, Jodi Thompson, Isabel Earhart, Mackenzie Shankle, Celina Anderson, middle row, Klarissa Earhart, Blake Smith, Tierney Fisher, Gage Jensen, Mekah Roberts, Claire Haske, front row, Faith Armstrong, Mireya Ziebell, Ben Radavich, Sophia Wolf, Gabe Tucker was not present for photo.
DIANNA ANDERSON PHOTO
The members of the New Lisbon Pool and Park Committee are looking forward to celebrating their 25th year of having a Community Swimming Pool next summer. The yellowed newspaper articles and hand-written pages of pledges have surfaced from 25 years ago resurrecting the enthusiasm and appreciation for all the people who made this a worthwhile effort. The names that are gleaned out of the newspaper articles generate nostalgia and admiration for those who worked so diligently and dug so deeply to put a swimming pool in our city. As many people may or may not know, a pool is not a money maker for the community. We believe the pool is a positive feature in our city. It is a resource for children to utilize to learn to swim, improve their skills, strengthen their bodies, socialize with their friends, and have an outlet to funnel all that energy during the hazy days of summer. The pool provides employment to our community. A vast number of our local youth have spent their summers working as lifeguards and swim instructors. The pool provides adult swim opportunities to those who enjoy a few laps on a warm summer's evening. It is of interest to local campers and visitors with children looking for entertainment. Our pool needs some major maintenance after 25 years. The initiators and organizers and Pool Committee felt they were going to be prepared for maintenance. A contingency for repairs was placed in the City budget. Currently there is $75,000.00 available for retiling and the variety of maintenance projects the pool is going to require before it can open another year. Our 25year-old pool is in good shape for its age, but nonetheless, needs more like $100,000.00 for repairs. The Committee has been given the task of fund-raising $25,000.00 to support the endeavor. Please assist us in our fundraising efforts and participate in any way you can to help the New Lisbon Swimming Pool Committee reach their goals and keep this very important part of our community available. Sincerely, New Lisbon Pool and Park Committee
New Lisbon Chamber’s Annual Bowling Tournament Saturday, February 8, 2014
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The Messenger January 23, 2014
of Necedah
THE MESSENGER OF JUNEAU COUNTY
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Basketball action heats up in Necedah BY STEVE NORLING This was another busy week for the basketball teams. The boys ran their record to ten wins and only two losses by beating a very good Westfield team in a non-conference game. This was a very close game all the way. The Necedah Cardinals took the lead in the first quarter and kept it most of the way, although there was some back and forth. The first quarter ended with The Cardinals leading 14 – 10 and at halftime it was Necedah by a score of 34 – 28. It was the Cardinals by a score of 46 – 39 after three quarters and that was when things really got interesting. The Westfield Pioneers put on a great push in the fourth quarter and caught the Cardinals. They outscored Necedah by 23 – 18 in the fourth and came close to taking the game. In that quarter Jordan Murphy was 4 – 4 from the foul line and the team was 10 – 13 and that
free throw shooting was the thing that it took for them to win with the final score of 64 – 62. Westfield had three players in double figures; Winkelman with 23 including three 3-point shots, Janke with 12 and Daye with 11 including one 3-pointer. Holly also had two 3-pointers for Westfield. For The Cardinals, in double figures were Krupa with 16 and Jordan with 16 including two 3-pointers. Tripp and Trey Horbinski each had a 3pointer, as did Matt Brown. On the Lady Cardinal side of the game, the girls won one and lost one. After going winless last year the win was their second win for the year. They first played Brookwood and that game was a loss. The girls just could not get on track in this game. Brookwood got off to a 21 – 5 lead in the first and never looked back. The girls did better in scoring in the second by scoring ten but they allowed Brookwood to score another twenty-one.
That made the halftime score 42 – 16. They scored ten in the third and held Brookwood to fourteen but could only score two points in the fourth quarter while holding Brookwood to eight. The final score was 64 – 28 Brookwood. The next game was a nonconference game against the Coulee Christian School Lady Eagles. This was a very close game with the lead changing hands many times. The score rarely got more than a couple of points apart. In the beginning of the third quarter, the Lady Eagles did take a six-point lead but it did not last long. The Lady Cardinals came out strong in the fourth quarter and with some good free throw shooting and some excellent defense they were able to overcome the deficit and with about two minutes left in the game, take the lead. When all was said and done the Lady Cardinals came away with a 44 – 42 win.
MATH TEAM The 5th grade math team competed recently against 16
teams at Sparta intermediate school and came away with a third place finish. Due to a tie breaker format, Necedah conceded the third place finish to Tomah. The kids had a great experience and learned about cooperative math challenges. Pictured left to right are Carlie Houy, John Murray, Alissa Saunders, and Jaylyn Warner. Congratulations goes out to Sparta for hosting a flawless event and to all the teams that competed.
Board approves overnight trip BY STEVE NORLING The Necedah School Board met on January 20th for their regular meeting. The first order of business was to approve an overnight field trip. This trip will be for 14 students to go to the Skills USA regional competition at UW Stout. Open enrollment was taken up setting the upper limits of each grade. 4K was set at 50 total students, K – 3 was set at 54 each, 4 – 8 was set at 54 each and 9 – 12 was set at 75 each. In resignations Jason Schiedshlag resigned as high school football coach, Celia Peters resigned as middle school girl’s basketball coach, and Mr. Farber resigned as art teacher. In hiring, Tammy Hernandez was hired as 8th grade girls basketball coach, Ron Yost was hired as 7th grade girl’s basketball coach, and Tim Johnson was hired as a part-time custodian. Middle school/high school principal, Mark Becker reported that all second semester
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classes are set. He also noted that the middle school will be again taking a skiing trip to Christmas Mountain. Mrs. Wendy Horbinski reported that the elementary teachers are working on their assessment skills. She also noted that the school is working hard to increase the number of students that will be able to earn Tech College credits for classes taken in high school. Superintendent/elementary principal, Larry Gierach reported that there will be a meeting with parents regarding the survey on the timing of the Christmas program. He also noted that the union has been certified for another year pending a decision by the State Supreme Court. He presented the fact that although we are half way through the budget year, we have spent only thirty-five percent of the allotted budget. He mentioned the weather a couple of times including to note that we have already used up two of the three snow days for the year.
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Honoring True Heroes
The hard work and dedication of Joe and Barb Knoff was honored Saturday night at Club Chapparal. The couple spend everyday, all day helping veterans regain their lives in many ways. Barb Knoff is the founder of the Veterans Equine Trail Services (V.E.T.S.) just outside of LaValle at September Farms. Knoff is a Beirut era disabled Marine and the mother of two service members. Upon returning state side, she found a great need for service members as the stress of war has a profound effect on one’s mental state as well as the many disabilities war creates. The Knoff’s also have a great love for animals, horses in particular. Knoff got involved in the rescue of Morgan horses, and the horses seemed to have also rescued her as well. She found a great way to open the doors to helping veterans deal with the task of returning to a normal life. Jim and Nancy Miller have been a part of the V.E.T.S. program from the start, Jim is a veteran and had his own battles raging inside but, with the help of the horses and the brotherhood of the V.E.T.S. group he is getting back to as normal
BY DIANNA ANDERSON
a life as one can have after the effects of war. The Millers planned an appreciation dinner for the Knoff’s to show them how important the work is that they do seven days a week, twenty four hours a day for any service member in need while always remembering those that gave everything for this country. This was a surprise dinner for the two and upon entering the banquet hall Barb announced Joe had slipped on the ice and could not attend as he was on crutches and resting at home. Many Legion post members were in attendance as well as some of the veterans whose lives have changed after becoming a part of this program to say hank you, and let the Knoffs know how important this program is for all involved. The program has also helped at risk youth in the area and paired horses, veterans, and children together to help each other. The “Inner City Slickers” program as it is known helps with the at risk youth. Cindy Schick from Inner City Slickers spoke on the benefits the V.E.T.S. program has had on the youth who have attended. It was to be a one time thing but
Local Veterans gather to honor one of their own for the tireless work they are doing for other veterans.
Barb Knoff greeting fellow veterans and thanking them for all they have given.
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Knoff said one time isn’t enough, we have to do a twelve week program with the kids. Schick spoke of the impact this has had on the youth in the program and could not have found a better program for the youth as some also have physical disabilities, and all are included. Veteran, Dave Phillips addressed the crowd and told his story of homelessness, separation from his family and depression. After being a part of this program he is now in school studying non-profit business, reunited with his family and has purchased his first horse. He spoke of the sense of peacefulness he now feels although he lives in Green Bay, he travels three hours to be here any chance he can. The V.E.T.S. Program is non-profit and relies on the help of the community to stay in operation. With the many different problems the veterans face upon returning, this program is working and can use donations of all kinds. If you would like to donate contact Barb Knoff at 608-985-8886 or send donations to GSCCF/VETS, 600 Chestnut Street, Baraboo, WI 53913. All donations are tax deductible.
Dave Phillips shares how this program took him from homeless to college, and a promise of a new life.
Locals compete in Hillsboro Tiger Invite BY TASHA MUELLER The Hillsboro wrestling team hosted their annual Tiger Invite with 10 additional schools competing for a big win. Three local teams were included in the day invitational including Necedah, Royall, and Hillsboro and each team had wrestlers finish in the top 3 placing. Royall was able to bring home two first place finishers as Dalton Lunde (182) and Mark Preuss (170) both had a successful day and helped the team earn 103 points for a fourth place team finish. Preuss won by fall over Bryce Kies of Necedah at 1:11 during the final round. Preuss kept on that same track throughout the day, winning by fall over three other wrestlers including Ben Andres (Mondovi), Hans Heberlein (Fennimore), and Morten Reser (Kickapoo / La Farge). Lunde was able to take charge with facing another Mondovi opponent in the finals with winning by fall over Neil Matchey at 0:20. Lunde also won by fall over Robbie Long of Necedah at 3:21 in Round 3 and winning by fall over Joel Gonzalez from Wautoma / Wild Rose at 1:07 in Round 2. Panther wrestlers that finished the day in second included Landon Robertson (285) and Donnie Robson (160). Robertson was unable to surpass Auburndale’s Kaleb Bolder after losing by fall at 2:36 during Round 3 for a second place finish. Robertson won by fall over Deven O’Brien from Fennimore at 1:27 during Round 1 and receiving a bye in Round 2. Robson went into Round 3 against Auburndale’s Wyatt
Weiler and couldn’t overcome a tech fall at 2:13 with a final score of 15-0. In Round 4, Robson won by decision over Marcus Kasuboski of Wautoma / Wild Rose with a final score of 7-2 and received second place. Other Royall wrestling placing include Austin Johnson (145) after overcoming Fennimore’s Dillin Aide with winning by fall at 5:15. Connor Gates (120) placed fifth after winning by fall (0:24) over Necedah’s Dakota Zingraf. Katie Sugden (152) and Matt Preuss (195) both placed eighth to round out the results for the Panthers. Necedah’s Bryce Kies (170) placed third for the day after falling to Royall’s Mark Preuss. Stetson Meltesen (113) also placed third after losing by fall from Ty Davidson of Fennimore at 2:25. August Pintarro (126) was the third wrestler with the third place finish. Pintarro faced Jake Larson from Mondovi as he couldn’t overcome a decision finish with a final score of 5-3. Other Cardinal wrestlers placing for the day included: Fourth – Tristan Koeller (106), Robbie Long (182); Fifth – Jarron Bennett (152), Hunter Olson (145), David Hager (132); Seventh – Anthony Seebruck (138); Eighth – Dakota Zingraf (120), Tanner Hutchins (160). Hillsboro’s Max Sebranek (195) stood as the lone home wrestler to finish with a first place medal. Sebranek won by fall over Kickapoo / La Farge’s Jeff Milz at 1:41. In Round 2, Sebranek won by fall over Kyle Anderson from Pittsville at 1:09, moving onto Round 4 and winning by fall over Cody Nygaard of Mondovi at 0:34 and winning by decision in Round 5 over Logan Sheckles of Fennimore with a final
Grede’s in Reedsburg held their annual food pantry drive last month. Employees organized several unique activities to raise funds. As a part of their effort, a silent auction was organized for the third year in a row. This auction consisted of items graciously donated by employees, vendors and local businesses. At the end of the auction, bids generated a total of $4,286.00. In total, Grede employees raised $6,000.00, and that total was matched by Grede LLC, bringing the grand
score of 7-6. Tiger wrestlers Dylan Thew (220) and Mitchell Morris (113) both placed fourth. Thew loss by fall (0:17) over James Lassa of Pittsville in the last round. Morris won by injury default over Readie Meyer of Auburnadale. Logan Rohn (126) won by fall over Jason Wolf of Fennimore at 2:22 to take a fifth place finish and Mitch Beckwith (120) placed sixth after winning by fall over Brandon Larson of LaCresent at 1:55. Katie Blaha (132), Nolan Hammer (145), Tyler Seeley (160) and Warren Paulson (170) all finished the day with a seventh place finish. Justin Muller also placed eighth to round out the day. Hillsboro will host a dual meet against New Lisbon tonight (Thursday) and will host Brookwood for a dual meet on Tuesday.
total to $12,000.00. The funds raised are to be shared by Reedsburg, Baraboo, Wisconsin Dells, Wonewoc-Union Center, Mauston, and Richland County. Pictured above to the left are Eugene and Julia Roach, accepting a check for the Mauston Community Food pantry. Pictured above to the right is Polly Benish, accepting a check for the Wonewoc-Union Center Food pantry.
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FFA Leadership Convention
CONTRIBUTED Royall FFA Chapter attended the Wisconsin Association of FFA Half-Time Leadership Conference Trystan Houzner held at the Holiday Inn & Convention Center in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, January 10-11, 2014. Over 460 FFA members, advisors and state FFA officers participated. The HalfTime Leadership Conference provides FFA chapter leaders from around the state the opportunity to set goals and prepare for the second half of their year of service in their local FFA chapters. FFA members attended workshops focused on leadership and personal development, membership and chapter development, and opportunities in FFA. They learned about preparing for FFA events and getting involved in community service. In addition, the 2013-14 National FFA Officer team was in attendance to work with the students. These officers are from 6 different states and travel the year representing the National FFA Organization. The Half-Time conference has an over 28-year tradition for Wisconsin FFA members to bring top leaders together to assist in leadership development. This year’s leadership conference was designed and conducted by the 2013-2014 Wisconsin State FFA Officers. The theme of the conference was “Jump into the Lead.” Half-Time is one of the premier leadership conferences in our state and designed by student
leaders. It allows FFA chapter leaders to develop their leadership skills, learn more about FFA activities and meet people while having fun," said Cheryl Zimmerman, State FFA Executive Director. “We are able to provide young people with an excellent experience to develop their leadership skills and get them excited about Agriculture, Agricultural Education and the FFA so they can build their local programs.” FFA advisors were also busy during the weekend as they attended training sessions in the areas of Meat Animal Quality Assurance, the Agricultural Career Network and promoting agricultural education in the community. Teachers were also involved in the Wisconsin Association of Agricultural Educators (WAAE) Board Meetings and Committee meetings. The Wisconsin Association of FFA comprised of 250 local chapters in high schools across the state prepares over 19,000 students for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture. FFA activities and programs complement instruction in agriculture education by giving students practical experience in the application of agricultural skills and knowledge gained in classes. FFA's mission is to develop premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.
Local student is on his way to a recording career BY DIANNA ANDERSON A local I-lead student has recently had some very good news for his future. Kyle Roberts has been playing the trumpet in the Mauston High School jazz band for the past few years but, in his spare time he has also been teaching himself to play the guitar. Roberts’ mom has called local celebrity, J.P. Olson to help another student with her vocals and stage fright before a performance she was to give. Olson came to Roberts’ home to give the student some tips and advice on her signing when she heard Roberts playing his guitar. Olson was amazed at what she was hearing so she got on her phone and called a friend in Memphis, Tennessee, Preston Shannon, the king of Beale Street. The ball was on the roll and has not stopped from that moment. Roberts’ mom posted some of his “jam sessions” on facebook and artists have taken notice. Roberts has signed a two year contract with producers Brain Storm Productions and music manager J.P. Olson. Roberts hopes to travel to Memphis in March to cut an album with two of his own originals on the album. The name of the album will be called “It feels like home”. Roberts also has a Twitter page, instagram, and facebook. Twitter - KyleRoberts1998, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KyleRobertsFanPage, Website: www.kylerobertsblues.com If people want to donate to the project to ensure he can put forth the best possible package, including marketing, they can go to http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/it-feels-like-home Music has always been a way of escape for many people but for Roberts, it has been a place of clarity and expression. His ear for the notes has proven to be a gift as this young
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Trystan Houzner is greeted at the FFA Leadership Convention.
Mary Peterson receives Ron Nelson Award
music student can not read music but, can remember every note of songs that touch his soul.
Mary Peterson received national recognition for the commitment she showed toward rural health while she worked on the Mile Bluff Clinic team prior to retiring. CONTRIBUTED
Roberts at Little Red Crane resturant in Necedah trying the “Kyle’s Smokin’ Blues Burger”
Five American records set by Andy Askow
This past weekend over 100 competitors filled Whitnall High School for the 2014 Wisconsin State Open Powerlifting Competition. A Necedah High School graduate, Andy Askow, broke 5 American records. The sanctioned USA Powerlifting (USAPL) contest held three events: a three-lift
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competition, bench press only, and a push-pull challenge. The competition was open to athletes from around the country ages 14 and up. In addition to attempting to break records, competitors entered the competition to qualify for national level competitions which will be held later this year.
Mile Bluff’s Mary Peterson was one of only two individuals in the nation to receive the Ron Nelson Award in 2013. The award is earned by those who display outstanding leadership and commitment to rural health clinics in the United States; and it is the highest honor given out by the National Association of Rural Health Clinics. About Mary Peterson: When she retired in mid-2013, Mary served as the Director of Compliance and Billing for Mile Bluff Clinic. She had over 40 years of experience in healthcare, 15 of which were in rural health. Mary was and is a tenacious advocate of rural health clinics (RHCs), and was instrumental in forming a group in Wisconsin that created a way for RHC staff members to get together to discuss their common issues, problems and experiences. Not only did Mary’s effort result in networking opportunities for staff members, but it also brought state-wide attention to the issues commonly faced by RHCs. This increased awareness led to additional funding being made available to RHCs by the Wisconsin Office of Rural Health. According to Mary’s nominator, “She has been a tireless advocate by participating in open door forums and petitioning for positive legislative change. She is generous in her knowledge and is the first person to jump in to support rural health.” Congratulations Mary on earning this prestigious award! About the award: The award is a tribute to the life of Ron L. Nelson, who passed away in 2011. Born in the rural community of Grant, Michigan, he was deeply concerned about medically-underserved areas and their ability to recruit and retain high-quality medical personnel. Ron was equally troubled by the limited access that rural communities had to both funding and medical services. Recognizing the need to promote healthcare at the national level, Ron Nelson cofounded and served as the first president of the National Association of Rural Health Clinics. Ron also served on many other committees and associations with the hope of developing programs that might heighten medical exposure to rural health settings. It is in this spirit that the Ron Nelson Award is given.
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January 23, 2014
Pack the Gym night raises over $2000 BY TASHA MUELLER The Hillsboro FBLA Chapter held their annual Pack the Gym Night on Thursday evening as for one night; fans and boys basketball players unite in purple, instead of team colors to fight against Cystic Fibrosis. During the night, members put together a silent auction, a bake sale, and minute to beat it games with students going through the stands and collecting as much loose pocket money possible. All money raised goes towards the fight against Cystic Fibrosis. By the end of the night, a donation was ready to be made in the names of Vida Chute and Tucker Needham.
Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited, chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system of about 30,000 children and adults in the United States alone, along with 70,000 worldwide. At the end of the night, $2,000 was collected and donated to the cure. The FBLA chapter was able to put on the event with many sponsors to make the night a fun event. Contributors included: Beezers, Big Nickel Bar and Grill, County Market, DECK’M Automotive, Drive Inn, Farmers State Bank, FBLA, Hillsprairie Dairy, Hotel Hillsboro, Crafted with Love, Hillsboro Equipment, Mt. Olympus, Ocooch Dairy,
Outlook, Party Lite, Rockton Bar, Royal Bank, Hillsboro Sentry Enterprise, Shake Farms LLC, Shannon Chute, St. Joseph’s Hospital, United Cooperative, Bernie’s Wagon Wheel, 818 Tanning, Wipf Flooring, American Solutions, Bank of Wonewoc, Landsinger Plumbing, Traeder Enterprise, Subway, B&B Market, Shaker Farms, Barb Revels, Deb Udulutch, Craftsman’s Corner, Rockton Bar, Jamie Schmitz, Silent Rooster, Tara Herritz, Hillsboro Hardware, Revels Photography, Peterson Pharamacy, Mikula Family, Brewing CO, Marell, Dana Foods, Boutique. No matter the outcome of the basketball game, both towns came together for the night and helped in every way possible.
Hillsboro choir members sang the Star Spangled Banner before the start of the game as WonewocCenter boys basketball players stand in the middle of the floor honoring the flag.
FBLA members sold plenty of delicious baked good throughout Thursday night during Pack the Gym Night. Members busy selling the items included, from left to right, Zea Woods, Amy Salisbury, Maddie Mitchell, Kaitlyn Skala.
The evening wouldn’t be possible without these two families gathering together raising not only money, but also awareness for Cystic Fibrosis. By the end of the night, donations were made in the names of Vida Chute and Tucker Needham. Pictured are Vida’s and Tucker’s family members.
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1954 Oriole Basketball team to hold 60th reunion BY TASHA MUELLER Not only will there be plenty of alumni basketball players taking the court in Hillsboro this weekend, but a special group will be celebrating a 60-year reunion and returning to the court. It’s been a while since anyone has heard the name mentioned, but way back when, the 1954 Oriole Varsity Basketball team posted a 17-5 record. Members of the team have been contacted and asked to attend the day tournament. The 21st Annual Tiger Basketball Tournament will be held on January 25 in the high school and the elementary school gymnasiums. Some members remain Hillsboro residents, including Dan Hora, Dennis Kolowrat, Don McCoic, Don Potter, and Brian Richardson. Other members living outside of Hillsboro are: Bill DeMarr and Glen DeMarr, both of Menomonie, WI; Larry Eastman, Apple Valley, CA; Howard Miller, Mauston, WI; Bob Patterson, Fox Point, WI; Dave Randolph, Marshall, WI; Verlan Urban, Charlotte, NC; Arnold Urban, Madison, WI. Two members of the team have since passed away: David
Hammber, who lived in Bay Village, OH and head coach Keith McDonald. Douglas Hendrickson was the assistant coach and team managers were Don Benish and Roger Chalupecky. The tournament serves three purposes: It raises funds for the Boys’ Basketball Club that has helped youngsters learn the elements needed to become a first rate competitor and hopefully, a full-fledged varsity player for the Tigers. It’s a chance for former Tigers to remind local fans that they still have what it takes to compete successfully in the hoop battles that have always been competitive in Hillsboro. All alumni, regardless of age, are eligible to compete in the open division – the competitive bracket to determine the Alumni Tournament’s Championship team. Eligibility for the Legends division, which stresses participation over competition, is restricted to alumni graduation in 2004 or before. Legends are allowed to play in only one division. And last, but certainly not least, the day tournament gives participants and fans a chance to greet old friends and reminisces on memories and the yearly event.
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Admission to the event is only $3 for adults and $2 for children. All proceeds from the event are donated to the youth basketball programs and used for equipment, uniforms and summer league fees, along with tournament costs. All leadership consists of volunteers and no funding is from the school district. Over the two decades, thousands of dollars have been raised for the youth basketball programs by the event. The public is invited to come out and cheer once again for the athletes who proudly brought plenty of honor to Hillsboro High School.
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Wonewoc-Center FFA attends State Leadership Convention CONTRIBUTED Katie Skaro and Tasha WellsWonewocCenter FFA Chapter attended the Wisconsin Association of FFA Half-Time Leadership Conference held at the Holiday Inn & Convention Center in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, January 10-11, 2014. Over 460 FFA members, advisors and state FFA officers participated. The Half-Time Leadership Conference provides FFA chapter leaders from around the state the opportunity to set goals and prepare for the second half of their year of service in their local FFA chapters. FFA members attended workshops focused on leadership and personal development, membership and chapter development, and opportunities in FFA. They learned about preparing for FFA events and getting involved in community service. In addition, the 2013-14 National FFA Officer team was in attendance to work with the students. These officers are from 6 different states and travel the year representing the National FFA Organization. The Half-Time conference has an over 28year tradition for Wisconsin FFA members to bring top leaders together to assist in leadership development. This year’s leadership conference was designed and conducted by the 2013-2014 Wisconsin State FFA Officers. The theme of the conference was
“Jump into the Lead.” Half-Time is one of the premier leadership conferences in our state and designed by student leaders. It allows FFA chapter leaders to develop their leadership skills, learn more about FFA activities and meet people while having fun," said Cheryl Zimmerman, State FFA Executive Director. “We are able to provide young people with an excellent experience to develop their leadership skills and get them excited about Agriculture, Agricultural Education and the FFA so they can build their local programs.” FFA advisors were also busy during the weekend as they attended training sessions in the areas of Meat Animal Quality Assurance, the Agricultural Career Network and promoting agricultural education in the community. Teachers were also involved in the Wisconsin Association of Agricultural Educators (WAAE) Board Meetings and Committee meetings. The Wisconsin Association of FFA comprised of 250 local chapters in high schools across the state prepares over 19,000 students for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture. FFA activities and programs complement instruction in agriculture education by giving students practical experience in the application of agricultural skills and knowledge
funded the purchase of a “Nook” and a “Kindle” for loan by our library. We supported the rental of a storage unit that helps keep our library more organized. We also “Enriched Lives” with the continuing support and organizing for the Free Movie Nights, Craft nights, and Programs that are enjoyed by all ages. Just for fun, the Friends organized a Halloween Scavenger Hunt as well as a new “Santa Fest” to “Connect Community” with treats, books, carriage rides, scavenger hunt, caroling and lots of visiting. As you can see, the Friends of LaValle Library is an active group that offers many opportunities for having fun with your family while making new friends. Our Mission is to “Enrich Lives, Connect Community and Promote Learning". If this sounds like something you can believe in, join us! The
Free Community Meal You are invited to a Free Meal on Wednesday, January 29th, 2014 at the LaValle Advent Christian Church located at 200 LaValle St. LaValle, WI. Supper will be served from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. This supper is sponsored by Hartje Farm, Home and Tire Center, and the food will be prepared by Bare Necessities Market. Desserts will be furnished by LaValle Telephone Cooperative. The food will
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Katie Skaro and Tasha Wells of the Wonewoc-Center FFA Chapter are welcomed to the 2014 FFA Half-Time Conference in Stevens Point by Logan Wells
The Classic Country Jamboree
In the Loop... It is a new year. I find it ridiculously hard to believe that we are already more than halfway through the month of January. When the Friends met back on January 2nd, we spent some time talking about the successes that we have had over the past year. Here is the short list: We put hundreds of books into the hands of children with the cooperation of the “Read Indeed” program. A group of Friends drove to Minnesota to fill up their SUV to the brim with books and they were distributed along the Celebration Parade Route, at the Halloween Party and at the Community Free Meal. It has been proven that ownership of books is a wonderful way to “Promote Learning”. We held two book sales, a couple of popcorn stands and provided manpower for the Fermentation Fest Corn Maze for fundraising. With the money that we raised, we
gained in classes. FFA's mission is to develop premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. In addition, the students got to meet and work with the 2013-2014 National FFA Officer Team. National FFA President Brian Walsh, Virginia National FFA Secretary
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Friends of the LaValle Library meets at the Library on the First Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. Come along as we roll forward into a new and exciting year! This is what is happening soon at the LaValle Library: Wednesday, January 22nd at 1p.m. – Games for Grownups. Stop by and the group will decide which game you are playing together. This is guaranteed FUN for FREE! Saturday, January 25th at 7 p.m. – Movie Night featuring Turbo as the movie. Thursday, February 6th at 7 p.m. – Friends of the LaValle Library meeting. This will be the meeting at which we put dates and plans together for the upcoming year. Bring your Calendars, bring your events and lets put it together for another year! As always, to get in contact with the La Valle Library is easy. Email to:lavallelibrary@mwt.net; Our Website is www.lavallelibrary.com and you can call us at 985READ! You can find us on Facebook at “LaValle Public Library”.
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Back in the late 1970's the Wonewoc Buster Club, with the help of Jerry and Donna Greeley, came up with a fundraiser idea that was called "The Wonewoc Hee Haw Show", this ran for about 16 years and it was getting hard to find enough help to put it on so it was dropped. Many, many people looked forward to this every year and were sorry to see it end, so Buddy and Laurie Daugs (The Just Plain Country Band) who had been a part of the Hee Haw cast for years decided they'd try something similar at the Voyager Inn in Reedsburg. Buddy worked for Marty Koenecke who owned the Voyager and who helped with the facility. It was 1995 when the first "Classic Country
Jamboree" was held and it's gone on for 19 year. Many of the original participants have passed and are sorely missed, including Don Bohn, Marty Mittlesteadt, Johnny Sherpe, Leo Zant, and this year O.D.
Williams. But a lot has stayed the same. Still at the Voyager, still is 5 1/2 hours long (1:00–6:30 p.m.) and admission is still $5.00. Always the second Sunday in February, close to Valentine's Day.
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THE MESSENGER OF JUNEAU COUNTY - CLASSIFIED ADS
January 23, 2014
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MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT: 2 bedroom mobile homes available in Mauston area. References and Security Deposit Required. Call 608-847-6159. b1tf
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FOR RENT: ELROY 2 bedroom apartment $325, 2 bedroom house $425. References, security deposit required. No pets. Call 608462-5595. b19tf NECEDAH: 2 bedroom. Rent based on 30% of income. Spacious unit! Find out how low your rent can go! Call Mel at 1-800-9444866 Ext. 126. Equal Housing Opportunity. b2tf ELROY: 1 and 2 bedroom apartment for rent. 204 Prospect St. Elroy. 1st month rent and sec. deposit required. 2 bedroom $475/mo. and 1 bedroom $425/mo. Goebel Properties. 608-482-3956. b9tf HILLSBORO: 2 or 3 bedrooms available now. Rent starting at $421 and $466. Private entry, storage, on site laundry. Call TODAY 608-489-3258. Equal Housing Opportunity b11tf ELROY: Duplex style apts located just outside Elroy on Cty Rd O. 3 bdrm, 2 bath, full basement, attached garage, kitchen appliances included. Sec. dep + 1st mo. rent required at lease signing. $825/mo. References required. AVAILABLE NOW!!!! ONLY reliable renters please!! Call: 608462-5880 b12tf ELROY: 2 and 3 bedrooms available. Rent based on income. On site laundry, edge of town, private entry, storage. Call 608-462-5300. Equal Housing Opportunity. b16tf NEW LISBON: Looking for more affordable rent? 1 bedroom $416 in New Lisbon. On site laundry, off street parking. Call today! 1-800-944-4866 Ext. 126. Equal Housing Opportunity b17tf NEW LISBON: 1 bedroom apartment. $425 plus deposit. No pets. Available February 1st. 608-847-3747 or 608-547-2326. b21-5 ELROY: 1 bdrm apartment. $525 per month - security deposit to match. Utilities included. 608-853-1370 b24tf
HOUSES FOR SALE FOR SALE: 1995 16x70 Sylvan Liberty Mobile Home. Two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, recently remodeled, central air, 2 storage sheds, deck, appliances included. $22,000. Wonewoc. 715797-3675 b13-2
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School Nurse The School District of New Lisbon announces an opening for a School Nurse. This will be a 188day per year position. Candidates should have a registered nursing license. Prior school-setting experience is preferred, but not required. A job description is available at the District Office. Applications must be received no later than
Friday, February 21, 2014. Interested persons should apply by sending a letter of application, resume, and credentials to:
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EH & S Engineer Join a team based, leading manufacturer of stainless steel equipment for food, pharmaceutical and chemical industries
We are looking for an EH & S Engineer for our Walker facility located in New Lisbon, Wisconsin. This individual will oversee the EH & S program and ensure compliance with Company and regulatory agency requirements including general industry, industrial hygiene, fire safety, confined space, powered industrial truck, hazardous waste, and clean air requirements. This individual needs to have a working knowledge of OSHA, DOT and EPA regulations. Must be willing to travel part of the time. We are looking for someone with a Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in EH & S or related field. Three (3) to five (5) years of relevant work experience is preferred. We offer a competitive salary and full benefits, including 401K, health, dental and flex spending account. If you are qualified and interested in joining our team, please send your resume to: Walker Stainless Equipment Co. 625 State Street, New Lisbon, WI 53950 Attn: Human Resources Email: njacques@walkerstainless.com No Phone calls please EEO/Drug/Smoke Free Work Place www.walkerstainless.com
CAD Designer Join a team based, leading manufacturer of stainless steel equipment for food, pharmaceutical and chemical industries We are looking for a CAD Designer for our New Lisbon facility. Responsibilities will include transforming and developing initial design concepts and drawing packages for stainless steel stationary products. Qualifications include associates degree in a related area and apply Auto CAD and Inventor 3D or a major 3D modeling package, AutoCAD/Inventor preferred. Experience with custom equipment design and stainless fabrication is desirable. We offer a competitive salary and full benefits, including 401K, health, dental and flex spending account. If you are qualified and interested in joining our team, please send your resume to: Walker Stainless Equipment Co. 625 State Street, New Lisbon, WI 53950 Attn: Human Resources Email: njacques@walkerstainless.com No Phone calls please EEO/Drug/Smoke Free Work Place www.walkerstainless.com
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January 23, 2014
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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff Vs. Defendants JACOB LAVOY; TAMIE LYNN LAVOY A/K/A TAMIE L. LAVOY; WISCONSIN RIVER CO-OP SERVICES; Case No. 13 CV 57 Case Code No. 30404 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on June 17, 2013, in the amount of $211,718.76, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 11, 2014 at 10:00 am TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax from the proceeds of the sale upon confirmation of the court. PLACE: LOBBY OF THE JUNEAU COUNTY JUSTICE CENTER, 200 OAK STREET, MAUSTON, WI 53948 Property description: LOT 5 OF CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP NO. 3506
RECORDED IN VOLUME 15 OF CERTIFIED SURVEY MAPS ON PAGE 96, AS DOCUMENT NO. 641194, BEING A PART OF LOT 4 OF CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP NO 3376, VOLUME 14 ON PAGE 156, WHICH IS PART OF PARCEL 1 OF JUNEAU COUNTY CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP NO. 2498, VOLUME 10 OF CERTIFIED SURVEY MAPS ON PAGE 16, BEING LOCATED IN PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 AND PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 IN SECTION 23, TOWNSHIP 18 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST, TOWN OF NECEDAH, JUNEAU COUNTY, WISCONSIN, EXCEPT LOT 8 OF JUNEAU COUNTY CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP NO. 3710. Tax Key No.: 290280489-4 Property Address: W6680 23RD STREET W., NECEDAH, WISCONSIN 54646 Kimberly W. Hibbard State Bar No. 1090800 Attorney for Plaintiff 230 W. Monroe, Ste. 1125 Chicago, IL 60606 Phone: 312-541-9711 Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Publish: January 16, 23, 30, 2014 WNAXLP
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY Nationstar Mortgage, LLC Plaintiff vs Defendant(s) GEORGE BIGHAM, et al. Case No: 13 CV 93 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on October 24, 2013 in the amount of $52,206.17 the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 18, 2014 at 10:00 AM TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2.) Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: in the main lobby of Juneau County Justice
Center located at 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin DESCRIPTION: LOT FIVE (5), BLOCK THREE (3), EXCEPTING THE EAST 24 FEET THEREOF OF DOCKSTADER`S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF MAUSTON, JUNEAU COUNTY, WISCONSIN, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO USE THE WEST 6 FEET OF THE EAST 24 FEET OF LOT 5, BLOCK 3, DOCKSTADER`S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF MAUSTON, JUNEAU COUNTY, WISCONSIN, FOR ALLEY PURPOSES. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 427 Winsor Street, Mauston, WI 53948 TAX KEY NO.: 292510527 Dated this 26 day of December, 2013. /s/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 23, 30, February 6, 2014 WNAXLP
TOWN OF PLYMOUTH-JUNEAU COUNTY REQUEST FOR 2014 BIDS/QUOTES Seal Coat Surfacing, Aggregate Chips #1 Gravel/Breaker Run, Diesel Fuel Construction of new Sand/Salt Structure The TOWN OF PLYMOUTH, Juneau County will receive bids for 2014 seal coat surfacing; 2014 aggregate chips; 2014 #1 gravel/breaker run; 2014 diesel fuel; and construction of new sand/salt structure in 2014. For bid/quote specifications contact Rodney Knuth, Chairperson at (608) 547-5425 (Cell) or Betty Manson, Clerk at the Town of Plymouth Office (608) 462-5034. Publish: January 23, 2014 WNAXLP
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2014 STREET AND UTILITY RECONSTRUCTION CITY OF NEW LISBON JUNEAU COUNTY, WISCONSIN The City of New Lisbon will receive sealed bids at the City Hall, located at P.O. Box 218, New Lisbon, Wisconsin 53950 for the construction of 2014 Street and Utility Reconstruction until 10:00 a.m., January 30, 2014. All bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at that time. The work for which bids are asked includes the following: The complete reconstruction of 18 blocks of streets. The reconstruction includes approximately 3,300 L.F. of 8-inch water main replacement and all appurtenances, water services, 3,100 L.F. of 8-inch sanitary sewer replacement and all appurtenances, sanitary laterals, 2,300 L.F. of various small diameter storm sewer, inlets, manholes, unclassified excavation, 21,500 S.Y. of breaker run, base course, and geotextile fabric, 17,000 S.Y. of asphaltic concrete pavement, 11,000 L.F. of concrete curb and gutter, 200 V.S.F. of segmental retaining wall, 24,000 S.F. of concrete sidewalk and driveway replacement, and all other associated turf restoration. The BIDDING DOCUMENTS may be examined at the offices of MSA Professional Services, Inc., Baraboo, Madison, and Marshfield, Wisconsin; the City of New Lisbon; Bid+ Builders Exchange, Madison, Wisconsin; BXWI-Fox Valley Plan Room LLC, Appleton, Wisconsin; Green Bay Builder’s Exchange, Green Bay, Wisconsin; La Crosse Builders Exchange, La Crosse, Wisconsin; Northwest Regional Builders Exchange in Altoona (Eau Claire), Wisconsin; and Wausau Builders Exchange, Wausau, Wisconsin. Planholders list will be updated interactively on our web address at http://www.msa-ps.com under Bidding. Copies of the BIDDING DOCUMENTS are available at www.questcdn.com. You may download the digital plan documents for $20 by inputting Quest eBidDoc #3059391 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. No proposal will be accepted unless accompanied by a certified check or bid bond equal to at least 5% of the amount bid, payable to the OWNER as a guarantee that, if the bid is accepted, the bidder will execute and file the proper contract and bond within 15 days after the award of the contract. The certified check or bid bond will be returned to the bidder as soon as the contract is signed, and if after 15 days the bidder shall fail to do so, the certified check or bid bond shall be forfeited to the OWNER as liquidated damages. No bidder may withdraw his bid within 60 days after the actual date of the opening thereof. 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. 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. The project is funded in part by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP). 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. OWNER reserves the right to waive any informalities or to reject any or all bids. Published by the authority of the City of New Lisbon. CONSULTING ENGINEER: MSA Professional Services, Inc. 1230 South Boulevard Baraboo, Wisconsin 53913 Brian Kehrli, P.E. (608) 355-8887 Publish: January 16, 23, 2014 WNAXLP
TOWN OF LEMONWEIR PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF LEMONWEIR TOWN BOARD CHAIRPERSON VACANCY The Town of Lemonweir (Pop. 1755) is seeking to appoint a citizen to fill out the term (until April 2015) of the Town Chairperson. The appointment will begin upon official action by the Town Board. Applicants must be a Town of Lemonweir resident who has resided in the town at least 28 days prior to appointment, must send a letter of interest addressed to: Chairperson Appointment Town Administrator Town of Lemonweir N3935 19th Ave. Mauston, WI 53948 Please include current contact information, along with a brief statement describing your interest in serving as the town chairperson and any other qualifications. Knowledge in town government, town law and leadership beneficial. Applicants must have the desire to learn, be able to work with others, be available to attend several meetings each month, and respond to public concerns. All other statutory duties as stated under Wisconsin State Statutes 60.22 and 60.24 apply. Deadline: Letters of interest are due by February 10, 2014. For more information please call the Town Administrator, Carin Leach at 608-847-4786. Publish: January 23, 30, 2014 WNAXLP
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More Obituaries CAROL L. PREUSS
Carol L. Preuss, 85, of Clifton passed away Sunday, January 19, 2014 at Close to Home assisted living in Tomah. Funeral Services will be held Friday, January 24, 2014, 11:00 a.m. at Fountain Lutheran Church in the Township of Fountain-rural Kendall. Pastor Wesley Dunbar will officiate. Burial will be in the Pilgrim Rest Cemetery, Clifton. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Sonnenburg Family Funeral Home, Tomah and at the church on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until time of the service. Online condolence’s may be sent to www.sonnenburgfamilyfh.com.
SANDRA M. THOMSEN
Sandra M. Thomsen age 71, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2014 at the Columbus Community Hospital. She was born on May 6, 1942 in Mauston to Kenneth and Pearl (Baerwald) Heding. Sandra was married to Lester Thomsen on April 13, 1963 in Madison. She was a teacher’s aid for the Madison School District for 20 years. She was formerly employed at Schoep’s Ice Cream in Madison. Sandra enjoyed reading and crocheting. She loved long walks in the woods at the cabin in Crandon. Survivors include two sons, Eric (Julie) of Cottage Grove and Kenneth (Tonya) of Waukesha; one daughter, Raina (Kirk) McCauley of Columbus; seven grandchildren, Shanna, Tyler, Jackson and Jace Thomsen, Maggie, Maya and Alex McCauley; a great grandson, Toby Foss; three sisters, Linda Halverson of Stoughton, Donna (Doug) Johnson of Boscobel, Ronda (Scott) Pedley of Shullsburg; two brothers, Ronald (Heidi) Heding of Havelock NC and Richard Heding of Belleville; other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, former husband, and great grandson, Theodore. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 25, 2014 at the JENSEN FUNERAL & CREMATION in Columbus. Memorials may be directed to the Autism Society of Wisconsin or join more than 2 million Wisconsinites by signing up to be an organ, tissue, and eye donor at www.donorregistry.wisconsin.gov.
W-C FFA to host Blood Drive February 4 BY TASHA MUELLER The American Red Cross is asking all eligible blood and platelet donors to help offset a weather-related shortfall in donations. Nearly 320 blood drives in 25 states were canceled this month due to snow and extreme cold. The cancellations caused a shortfall of more than 9,300 blood and platelet donations. In Iowa, winter weather forced the cancellation of three Red Cross blood drives, resulting in 86 uncollected blood and platelet donations. In Wisconsin, winter weather forced 14 Red Cross blood drives to be canceled, resulting in 566 fewer than expected blood and platelet donations. To help with the shortfall, the Wonewoc-Center FFA Chapter is teaming up with the Red Cross and member Laura Krueger’s mother to host an area blood drive. The drive will take place on Tuesday, February 4 from noon (12 p.m.) until 5 p.m. at the American Legion Hall in Wonewoc. Please consider donating to help save up to three lives! W-C FFA students will be assisting the Red Cross workers by helping with the volunteers and in the canteen area. “It’s the blood products already on the shelves that help save lives when winter weather hits,” said Greg Novinska, the Chief Executive Officer of the American Red Cross Badger-Hawkeye Blood Services Region. “Thanks to generous Red Cross blood and platelet donors, blood products were available for patients who still needed transfusions, despite the weather. Now we invite those previously frozen out from giving blood or platelets to come in soon.” Blood donors, as well as platelet donors, with the most indemand blood types – O positive and negative, A negative and B negative – are urgently needed to give blood in the days and weeks ahead. Red blood cells, the oxygen-carrying component of blood, are the more widely transfused blood product, and they must be transfused within 42 days of donation. Platelets, a key clotting component of blood often needed by cancer patients, must be transfused within five days. You can donate by simply calling 1-800-RED-CROSS (1800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds, and are in general good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.
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BY LYNETTE VLASAK Movie night is back! The library will be co-sponsoring movie night on Friday, February 7, 2014. The movie will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church fellowship hall. The movie will start at 6:30 p.m. We will be showing Gifted Hands—The Ben Carson Story. Cuba Gooding Jr. stars in this true story about a renowned brain surgeon who faced many obstacles as he made his way in the world. There is no charge and everyone is welcome. Pop and popcorn will also be part of the evening. The book club will meet on Tuesday, January 28, at 6 p.m. at the library to discuss Rebecca Skloot’s The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. Library staff throughout the Winding Rivers Library System have been involved in training for changes that will becoming to all the libraries that participate in the interlibrary loan network. We will be changing to a new computer software system. More specific information will be coming soon. If you have been to our library lately and noticed someone new behind the desk, it was probably Vicky Ludeking. Vicky will be substituting at the library on a somewhat regular basis. Vicky, who grew up in Kendall has moved back to the area and is willing to help out at the library. Welcome Vicky!
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say, that was terrible customer service and just plan callous; this was an emergency situation. My wife’s boss Terry Whipple recommended to her a new startup business he has been working with at JCEDC by the name of RMS Contracting and that we should give him a call, he said the owner, Rick Shone, is a certified electrician. I gave him a call in the afternoon and explained what was going on and he was at our house within 30 minutes. He determined the problem, made a trip to Lacrosse for a part he needed, by then it was dark and he called to offer us the use of a generator if the power did go out completely before he could get back the next day to work on it. The next day he and another worker did come back, working out in the ten below weather for several hours. Not only did they fix the problem, we were given a “New Customer” discount on what was a very reasonable bill for all the work that was done. The next day he followed up with a phone call to make sure everything was working properly. So the next time I have a need for an electrician, I know who I’ll be calling, RMS Contracting Services, at 608-4273345 or 970-471-3532. Doug Morris New Lisbon
I am writing this letter as a testimonial to the superb service we received from a new startup company, RMS Contracting Services located in rural Camp Douglas. In early December we noticed that the lights in our house were dimming periodically, our appliances were running slow then fast and you could really notice that the power was surging. We called our electric company and they came to investigate and determined the problem was on our side of the power pole which is the homeowner’s responsibility. They suggested that we call an electrician to establish what the problem was and to get it fixed before the power went completely out. Given the fact that the temperature was running well below zero, we knew if the power went out we would have no heat or water in the house and no way to water our livestock. We called a well established electrical contractor in the Mauston area and explained the situation. We were told the soonest they could come to take a look at it was in eight days. I said that we could not wait that long, as the power surges had already fried one appliance, and if the power went out completely, we would not have any heat; the temperature was ten below that day. When I asked if they could refer another electrician, I was told to look in the phone book. Needless to
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So let’s see. When we were going through all those below zero weather days, I thought they’d never end. Then they did. While it didn’t get really warm, at least it was above zero. My poor husband was so happy cause he said now we were done with the cold weather for the year. I had to throw a wet blanket on it and tell him that while it was true we were done for the time being, it didn’t mean it wouldn’t get that cold again this season. Winter is just starting after all. He still has a bit of a problem trying to sort out how things work. Winter is cold and sometimes long. Snow is wet and sometimes heavy. Things that we take for granted but can still stump him. I wish he would take it one day at a time in worrying. But he watches that darn weather channel and they keep yapping about how things could get bad. Now I don’t want to be ignorant about what’s going on in the world, even weather wise, but I don’t need to dwell on it all day every day. Besides how many times are they wrong? They don’t always get it right you know. There are some things in life you just can’t change or control. The weather is definitely one of them. I’m rather glad we can’t control it because I’m sure we would screw it up really bad. Plus there’s folks that want it warm all the time and there’s folks that want it cold. Some like sun, some like rain. So if it was up to us or even a committee, imagine the mess it would turn out to be. Thankfully the dear Lord is in control of the weather. While we sometimes may question what the heck he’s doing, I for one trust that he does know and he’s doing what’s best in the long run for all of us. I can remember when I used to enjoy doing things like making snow angels and going down hills on a toboggan. Plus I used to love ice skating. I tried skiing a few times but never got the hang of it. I always wanted to learn how to use snow shoes, but never got around to it. Now maybe because I’m older or wiser or who knows why, I really have no desire to go out and do those things. I prefer to sit by the fire! I find it pleasurable to just sit, relax and enjoy life instead of doing something all the
time. Granted there are times I do have to go out, but not more than I have to. Ray thinks we should stay put inside the house until April or May. A part of me sorta agrees, except I know it’s not reality. We’d run out of milk before then. No matter how you look at it there really isn’t much a person can do so they might as well sit back and enjoy it. If not enjoy at least don’t grumble constantly about it. Plus you have to remember it can always be worse than it is. Sure it’s cold today, but not as cold as last week when it was minus 24. Then watch that darn weather channel and see how floods and droughts and all sorts of other stuff is happening all over and then you can be thankful it’s only cold here. January is almost over and with it comes the anniversary of Ray’s accident. I’ve been kidding him that I’m going to duct tape him to the kitchen chair on the 29th to make sure he doesn’t go anywhere or do anything dangerous. I know I won’t really do that but I bet I keep a watchful eye on his every movement. Maybe if I watched closer last year he wouldn’t have had the accident. Then again who would ever imagine something like that happening. Not me I assure you. And remember how I told you a long time ago that I was cooking bean soup when he was outside and how I tried to use it as humor in the emergency room? I said to the doctors that some people would go to any length to avoid eating bean soup. And no one - I mean no one - laughed. I thought it was funny but the joke fell flat. I was trying to make light of a very serious thing, but it backfired. Well I froze a carton of that darn soup and guess who’s going to eat it on the 29th? You bet, he is not going to get away with not eating that soup. So until next week when things are over and settled I’ll leave you with this NO-nonsense thought: Some people are so determined to find blissful happiness that they overlook a lifetime of contentment. n Nancy J Schneider is a member of The Wisconsin Regional Writers Association and writes freelance. Nancy can be reached at njswritingnook@yahoo.com.
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January 23, 2014
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Letter to the Editor: Speak up people. Like the Lorax who speaks for the trees, concerned residents speak out for our health, property values and natural beauty of Juneau County. The Village of Camp Douglas hasn’t moved and is still positioned to be hurt the most by the greed of their neighbors and the Town of Orange board. The earth movers are idle now, but with spring will come renewed activity at the expansive developing sand mine operation along with the hazards therein. Why can’t we learn from the problems of other Wisconsin communities? A quick scan of local headlines can be very revealing. One New Auburn resident can’t keep the house clean, and has increased problems with asthma; a Town of Greenfield resident and war veteran returned home to find his home and property value cut in half; a Trempealeau County sand mining company operating in western Wisconsin will pay $200,000 in forfeitures stemming from pollution and operational problems that began in 2011; nearly a fifth of Wisconsin’s 70 active frac sand mines and processing plants operating in 2012 were cited for environmental violations and now there is well over 100. This includes several Monroe county mines cited for storm water runoff, failure to control dust emissions, and other permit violations. It’s no wonder
the mining industry is pushing for Senate Bill SB349 which limits the ability for local control and regulation of mining operations. Although the Town of Orange board adopted a stringent mine permit application, they’re only words. Standing in front of the Juneau Count board, George Alcorn, president and CEO of Shadowland, with other representatives promised to be great corporate neighbors, however resent rumors of a potential sale of the property to another company brings that into question. If SB349 is adopted the original permit and local authority to enforce it will be worthless. The risks are just too great. Even State Rep Ed Brooks says “more mining facts are needed”. Shadowland’s mine calls for two settling ponds in which sand is washed using flocculants to isolate the desired grains.The potential for ground water contamination is greater in that the ponds will actually be deeper than the local water table. In addition, the deep well needed to supply the massive amounts of water could affect local water levels. Don’t forget the movement of sand about the site and the likely airborne silica that can cause silicosis and other associated illnesses. So what do others think around the county?
Taking Refuge
An Outdoorsman’s Journal
BY STEVE NORLING Everyone that was not there missed a great day of snowshoeing on Saturday, January 11th. There were about twenty-five people there including three small children. It was a beautiful day, not too cold so that we all could enjoy it. Kara Zwickey led the group on a circular trail from the visitor center, past the new classroom and up and around and back to the visitor center. In all we were out for about one hour and Kara stopped several times to check out tracks and inform the hikers about things on the refuge. The youngsters made the trek in great shape. One of them, an eight year old, did a lot of running and was getting tired out. When we came across a road he wanted to go directly back to the visitor center. I was bringing up the rear of the hikers and as usual when anyone wants to go back early I escort them. I need not have worried about him as he went directly to the trail and back to the visitor center. After the hike everyone checked out the displays and had hot coffee or cocoa. All in all, it was a great day. January 31st is the Friends of Necedah National Wildlife Refuge annual meeting. This meeting is open to the public and they would love to see new people attending. It is a way to find out what the friends do and what they are about. They are a non-profit that does many things to help the refuge. As anyone that watches any news knows the federal government does not do the greatest when it comes to budgeting. This means that the refuge must make due with less staff and less necessities than they should have. The Friends group helps this by writing grants and then paying the wages of interns for the summer when things are the busiest. They also go and talk to senators and representatives and other federal government employees to see if anything can be done to ease the needs of NNWR. They also pay for other things such as transportation for the after school group from the Necedah School District. There are many other financial things that they help out with, too many to mention them all. Many of the Friends members also do volunteer work at the refuge. There are many things that volunteers can do that will free up staff for more important projects. I have been volunteering at the refuge for a while. I am just beginning my thirteenth year of volunteering. One of the problems we have with the Friends group and volunteers is that we are all getting (as much as I hate to admit it) older. We need new younger members both for the Friends board, and also to be volunteers. There are board jobs and volunteer jobs for almost any skill you may have. The hours of the visitor center had to be shortened and the center closed on Sunday due to budget restraints. With the help of the Friends group and volunteers hopefully it will not get any worse. So come on out and join us for the annual meeting. You just might find something that you can do to help. Even if you cannot, you will know more about what the Friends group does. Now that there is much more snow on the ground it is time to go out and do some skiing and snowshoeing on the refuge. At this time of the year you can go almost anywhere on the refuge that you choose. For any questions about that you can just stop at the visitor center and ask. While you are there you can also check out a pair of snowshoes or some binoculars. There is never any charge for checking these items out and all you need to do is to have them back before the visitor center closes. Those of you that are still into hunting may want to check out snowshoes to go out and do some late season rabbit, squirrel, or grouse hunting. This is an excellent way to combine the sports of hunting and snowshoeing and really enjoy the winter. Remember, there have been snowy owl sightings on the refuge and also golden eagle sightings. This is a great time to go out and take pictures of these Necedah rarities. Until next week, “See you at the refuge.”
While gathering information about the mine, I found that the county employees I spoke with all held reservations about the operation. A petition with more than 100 names was recently presented to the County board requesting a halt to any bond issuance to fund the mine operation; funds Shadowland’s CFO stated they didn’t really even need to operate. I have spoken with many other residents that share the same concerns but people need to speak up now. Trempealeau County recently denied AllEnergy Silica mining a permit, residents saying it was not a good fit and promises to return land to a useable state were not trusted. Juneau county and especially Camp Douglas residents need to contact their Juneau County Supervisors and ask them not to promote mining in Juneau County by approving these bonds. Even more important, contact Mike Keichinger and the other Town of Orange board members and tell them to stop the defacement of Juneau County, and the environmental, health and financial damage being perpetrated on their neighbors. Randy Hoeth Camp Douglas Resident
Deep South Hunting Trip BY MARK WALTERS Hello friends, One of the things that I really enjoy about the hit TV show “Duck Dynasty” is the love for family, friends, and God. The other is that it is centered on hunting and filmed in Louisiana. Well folks, I used to live in Louisiana, worked on the Mississippi River as a deckhand and in 1987 put 980-miles behind me in a canoe while trying to canoe up the “Muddy Mississippi”! What really hits home is that my brother, Tom and his wife Laurie and their children have lived there since the late ‘70s. Tom Walters works for Exxon and like myself is addicted to hunting and fishing. This week I am writing about a four-day muzzleloader hunt that we went on for whitetail deer and hogs in the Bayou Cocodrie, National Wildlife Refuge near Natchez, Mississippi. Friday, January 3rd High 57, low 41 I only see him every few years but Bobco Pearson is Tom’s next door neighbor a very good friend of mine and shares a hunting camp with Tom. Today we would wake up at 3:00 a.m and by “Straw Boss Toms” rules be on the bayou in Bobco’s, Gator Trax model 1750 by 4:00 a.m. This surface drive boat is powered by a 35-horse Mudbuddy motor and Bobco would navigate it by site and GPS-six miles each day to our hunting spot (Bobco please put your Yankee buddy in your will to receive the Gator Trax). These guys are no nonsense and after the boat ride it is roughly half a mile hike thru the jungle, with portable stands on our backs, packs, and carrying our muzzleloaders. All travel is thru palmetoes (giant ferns that block all vision, especially of charging hogs) with GPS’s in hand (I still use a compass). I was dropped off long before first light and set up my stand confident that I would soon be putting a hole in a trophy buck or better yet a feral pig, which in the south all hunters are asked to dispatch on site. Folks I have been on two hunts in the south, three years ago to Texas, deep snow, frozen pipes at the camp we stayed at upon arrival and very little action (first time in ten years that they had this type of weather). Today, as daylight and the sweat from a challenging walk began to dry and the sound of other mud motors was silenced, as we all sat in our stands, I finally began to realize how much all hunters are the same in this great country. We work hard, dream big, and come home tired. There were shots this morning and Bobco made an excellent hit on an adult doe (aged 2.5 years, dressed weight at check station 74-pounds) but for the most part we did not see another deer or hog and after trailering the Gator Trax at 7:00 tonight, we returned to camp with the same big dreams! Sunday, January 7th High 22, low 14 The Polar Vortex has hit the south and if you think it is a problem in the north, magnify it by five as far as its affect on our friends in the south. This morning was day four in the Gator Trax at o-dark thirty and it was cold. I was in my stand by 5:20 and we had high hopes as the afternoon before we had relocated to another part of the jungle and there was ample deer and hog sign. At first light, Bobco got a shot at a hog and missed, that would be the only deer or hog spotted
in four-days of very hard hunting. The day before this hunt, we had come from these guys main camp and I had shot a spike buck, and we came on this hunt well aware that we had left excellent conditions that were caused by flooding which condensed the game to high ground. Our four days at Bayou Cocodrie are based on a traditional hunt in which in past years several huge bucks have been taken. This year a fella camped next to us, shot a 230-pound, 11-pointer and the next day 120-pound spiker. I hunted with my 32-year-old nephew, Josh Walters, for the first time and have become addicted to this deep south hunt and will return every other year. The day after I headed home these guys left Bayou Cocodrie and went to their main camp! On the first morning, Bobco missed a big buck and they both scored a 200-pound hogs. Since my return home I cannot get this hunt out of my mind, on the bright side, I won the big buck bet. Yay me! Sunset
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BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD Middle school can be some tough years for children, this is especially true for 8th graders transitioning into high school. As they face many new experiences, sometimes it can whittle away at their confidence levels. However, for those taking part in a summer program in Mauston called “Challenge Scape” they learn how to dig deep in discovering strengths they never realized they had. The program is run by Olson Middle School teacher Rusty Shankle and is open to 8th grade students leaving the middle school transitioning into high school. Those students are given an opportunity to take part in a summer trip they may not have ever dreamed was possible. According to Shankle, in late 2007 he was approached by then Olson Middle School principal, Tom Reisenauer who asked him to create an outdoor adventure program. The program was to be geared to local kids who would most likely never have the types of experiences that he had instructed/guided in the past. Shankle had been a whitewater rafting guide for 12 years having completed about 1,100 trips. In addition to his guide work he had taught rappelling and had also organized team challenges through the Upward Bound program in Montana. "It started off as a one week summer school offer-
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ing for students finishing the 8th grade. There is an academically based application process from which about 16 students are chosen. It is held at the middle school for the most part. Students learn and participate in: outdoor first aid, orienteering, team challenges, rappelling, and canoeing," he said. He went on to state that after the class had been in place for a couple of years, he was approached by a member, Kelly Kustief, of a local Mauston organizationCHAMP - with a request that he expand the program to include a week long trip component. CHAMP had raised money to start a Boys and Girls Club which unfortunately did not work out. "The summer camping trip idea came about because my husband, Kiril, was part of a challenge hike when he was at Watertown High school back in 1982-83. When he looks back on that hike he says it was one of his most memorable
times in school." said Kustief. She went on to state, "Back in 1983, the 2nd year of the program, their goal was to hike 113 miles in 7 days while eating and drinking off the land. Out of the seven days they were out there it rained six, which was completely out of their control, but they had a goal to achieve. We feel Rusty's program helped students set similar goals and achievements." "Since this initial trip, we’ve raised our own funds through various means and are now looking to local businesses for modest amounts of support in return for displaying these businesses on our canoes, trailer, and in other venues," Shankle stated. There is an application process and students who had completed the Challenge Scape class are eligible to apply for a spot on the trip. The first trip was to the Turtle Flambeau Flowage.
There, the group camped on an island. The 2012 trip was through the Kickapoo Valley Reserve and this past summer's trip took them on the Buffalo River in the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas. "The kids participate in the same activities as the class, but with more intense challenges. Add to this that it occurs in a remote camping type situation and it makes for an experience that is both demanding but personally immensely rewarding for the kids," he said. High school principal Jim Dillin stated that he is currently working with Shankle and tracking students who have participated in the Challenge Scape program in seeing just what the impact is on the students' confidence level and leadership training the program offers. If you or your business would like to find out more about the program or donate to it you can contact Rusty Shankle at Olson Middle School.
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