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Schultz will not run for re-election In an exclusive interview with WISC Channel 3000 on Sunday, State Senator Dale Schultz announced he would not be seeking reelection. In that interview Schultz stated, "I've decided after listening to my constituents, and a lot of contemplation and thought with my wife and my family, that I'm not going to stand for re-election this year." Schultz was first elected into the State Assembly in 1982 and then the State Senate in 1991 where, in 2004, he was elected as the majority leader. He lost that position as majority leader in 2006 when Democrats won control of the senate. It has been in the last few years that the Senator from Richland Center has had the spot light on him as a swing voter, most notably with Act 10, the collective bargaining bill. He told Channel 3000 that his vote against Act 10 was the hardest vote he registered in 30 years. "I would say that because it was a point in my life where I had to make a decision on what was most important, what the people of my district wanted as opposed to what would allow me to continue to be a member of the caucus in good standing," stated the Senator. While it may have been a hard vote to register, it is one he stands by as he said he would not be able to endorse the Republican candidate for his seat, Howard Marklein, who now serves on the assembly. Marklein and Schultz disagree on Act 10 and mining legislation. The Senator went on to tell Channel 3000 that he has been uncomfortable with a deciding vote he made last session on voter identification. "While I certainly believe we need to safeguard the integrity of the ballot box I think we have crossed the line on a couple of occasions," he explained. "It's been a very uncomfortable situation for me having to vote along with the caucus because I've tried to be a good Republican." The Senator described himself as candid and a straight shooter, and that while he may be retiring from the senate, he has not ruled out ever running again for political office including a possible bid for the the congressional 3rd District seat should Rep. Ron Kind seek the the Senate. As the interview came to a close, the senator had a message to his constituents, "I have thought it through, I have certainly felt the love and know how much they would like me to stay, at least most of them," he said," And I hope that they will recognize that sometimes it’s just time to move on and that they will take hope in the future."
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Propane issue is out of control BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD This past weekend Governor Scott Walker announced something that many in the Juneau County area already knew - Wisconsin was in a State of Emergency. That emergency dealt with the rising cost of propane nearing $5 per gallon and what some experts and officials have referred to as a propane shortage during a time when Wisconsin was about to be hit by a series of winter storms and bitter cold. “The health and safety of our citizens is our number one priority, and this declaration gives us the necessary resources to protect the residents of Wisconsin,” Governor Walker said. “Since last fall, we have taken action to help alleviate the impact the propane shortage is having on our state. I will do everything I can within my power to help our friends and loved ones relying on propane to heat their homes or businesses during this challenging situation.” Causing the shortage, according to Governor Walker has been unusually cold winter temperatures, a major pipeline supplying propane to Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa being temporarily closed for maintenance from November 28 – December 18 and a wet fall causing increased propane demand for grain drying. Following his weekend announcement was a Monday meeting with "stakeholders" in an effort to find a solution. The outcome of that meeting resulted in yet another press release announcing that he had instructed the Department of Administration’s Division of Energy Services to release an additional $7 million in energy assistance benefits, for a total of $8.5 million in additional funds, to help support lowincome Wisconsin residents who use propane to heat their homes. The Governor also directed the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation and Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority to move forward with a combined $8 million in loan guarantee programs to help ensure propane dealers are able to obtain propane on the wholesale market and deliver it to consumers. While the announcement came as a welcomed relief to some in the area, others complained that it did not help the majority who would not qualify for assistance and could not afford the rising cost of propane to heat their homes and businesses.
"Doesn't help people that aren't considered low income. How are we suppose to pay for the propane? I don't know about you but I don't have $1,000 to buy 200 gallons of fuel," stated Anna Volk on The Messenger's Facebook page. Volk's concerns were echoed Tuesday morning during a phone interview with Joe Mueller, owner of Reliable LP in Richland Center and Elroy. "I would have liked to seen a plan that would have helped the average working class person, not that I fault low income people from getting assistance, but more people are hurting than that." The plan Mueller said he would have liked to seen would have included a committee being formed and money pumped into lowering the cost of propane across the board for everyone. "Companies like mine are hurting. We are honoring our customers' contract prices meaning they pay for what we can deliver at prices that can be under $2 while last week I was paying $5 wholesale. That is how we do business even though the contract we may have with our suppliers are not being honored," he said. As for the guaranteed loans to businesses like Reliable LP, which the Governor instructed agencies to move forward with, Mueller has this to say, "I am not taking one government penny. I will not seek out a loan to pay off outrageous wholesale prices. Our company will get through this."
See PROPANE, page 15
Motion denied for Coughlin BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD A motion to dismiss the child sexual assault case against 50 year old Daniel Coughlin was denied Monday by Judge John Roemer. Coughlin's attorney Michael Ganzer filed the motion after a July 2013 mistrial due to video recordings of victim interviews being discovered. In addition to denying the dismissal of the case, Judge Roemer also ruled on a motion filed by the defense for attorney fees. According to records, the motion was denied and Coughlin was
er, and once Lyndon Station Village President, Donald, is also facing multiple charges of child sexual assault. Donald is facing 22 felony counts of child sexual assault and one felony count of child enticement. The male victims in the cases against both brothers were known to them at the time the crimes were alleged to have occurred. A March 19th telephone conference is scheduled as the next step in the case against Daniel while Donald is scheduled for a nine day trial beginning February 17, 2014.
informed he must apply with the State Public Defender's officer before an attorney can be appointed to his defense. After that process is completed the court would move forward in appointing an attorney. The charges against Coughlin were filed on 2011. He is facing two counts of first degree child sexual assault and three counts of second degree child sexual assault for crimes that are alleged to have occurred between 1989 through 1992. Daniel is not the only Coughlin facing significant charges. His older broth-
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Obituaries HELEN L. STOUGHTENGER
Helen L. Stoughtenger, age 80 of New Lisbon, WI, died on Sunday, January 19, 2014 at the Robin Johnson Hospice House in Gastonia, NC. Helen was the daughter of Paul William and Elsa Emma Maria (Hasz) Meyer, and was born on January 21, 1933 in Reedsburg Township in Sauk County, WI. Helen graduated from Reedsburg high school, and then attended teachers college. Helen was united in marriage to James M. Stoughtenger Sr. on September 26, 1953 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Loganville, WI. Jim and Helen owned Mr. Jim’s Motel. Helen worked as a teacher’s aide, and then as a librarian aide at New Lisbon Schools for many years. Helen was very active in her church, and enjoyed cooking, reading, and playing euchre. She also loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is survived by her seven children, James (Jeanne) Stoughtenger Jr. of Mauston, WI, Gary (Toni) Stoughtenger of Mauston, WI, Dale (Deborah) Stoughtenger of Mauston, WI, Thomas (Karen) Stoughtenger of New Lisbon, WI, Diane Norris of Gastonia NC, Donald Stoughtenger of New Lisbon, WI, Donna (Jeremy) Bohnert of Las Vegas, Nevada. Grandchildren, Bobbi Jo Perkins, Beth Voigt, Chad Stoughtenger, Brad Stoughtenger, Michael Stoughtenger, Brent Stoughtenger, Samantha Stoughtenger, Brandon Stoughtenger, Megan (Justin) Lee, Tiffany Stoughtenger, Matt (Beth) McDonald, Andrea Agan, Cory (Jenna) Stoughtenger, Tera (Dave Krenzel) Stoughtenger, Eric Stoughtenger, Philip Nicksic, Katie Nicksic, and great grandchildren, Michaela Perkins, Mackenzie Agan, Caroline Agan, and Hailey Krenzel, Landon Krenzel, and Mason McDonald, and by her brother Marvin Meyer, of Reedsburg, WI, sisters; Dolores Meyer, of Reedsburg, WI, Alice Adams of Reedsburg, WI, Elaine (Max) Stageman, of Beloit, WI, and Margaret (Jerry) Christerson, of Westport, Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband James, a son-in-law Sonny Norris, a brother Raymond, Sisters-in-law; Arlene Meyer, and Dorothy Meyer, brothersin-law; Donald Meyer, Vivian Adams, and Dusty Eyers. A Memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. at the Bethany Lutheran Church in New Lisbon. Relatives and friends may call at the Bethany Lutheran Church on Saturday from 1:00 p.m. till the 3:00 p.m. time of service. The Hare Funeral Home is assisting the family with services. Online condolences and information available at www.harefuneralhome.com
CONRAD L. KNUTSON
Conrad L. Knutson, age 83 years, of Florissant, Missouri, passed away peacefully in his sleep and entered into eternal life with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 19, 2014. He was born on February 11, 1930 to Carl and Olga (Ormson) Knutson at Elroy, Wisconsin, where he grew to adulthood and graduated from High School. He also graduated from the Madison Electronics Institute. Conrad was united in marriage to Ramona Thompson on April 28, 1956 at the East Lemonweir Lutheran Church, rural Elroy. They moved to St. Louis where he was a lifelong employee at the McDonnell Douglas plant in the electronic calibration lab. He will be remembered for his deep faith in the Lutheran Church and his unconditional love for his wife and children; countless hours of volunteering in the church as well as scouts, sports and his uncanny ability to fix anything at all. He loved his St. Louis Cardinals baseball, ham radio and even built and flew his own airplane. He never had an unkind word to say about anyone and his compassion and love were endless. Conrad will be missed as there will never again be anyone quite like him. Survivors include his children, Mark Knutson, Matt Knutson, Mike (Sheila) Knutson, Julie (Scott) Draper and Nancy Stewart; adoring proud grandfather of Jeffrey, Alysa, Nicole, Jessica, Thelma, Matt and Heather; sisters, Doris (Emil) Picha of Hillsboro, Arlene Jensen of Milton and Carol Ann (Tom) Kuhlow of Milton; brother, Harold (Lorraine) Knutson of Janesville; nieces and nephews and a friend to all he met. He was preceded in death by his Parents; wife of 56 years, Ramona, on June 21, 2012 and sister, Corena Siekert. Memorial Funeral Services will be held in the spring of 2014 at Fountain Lutheran Church. The Picha Funeral Home in Elroy is assisting the family.
BEVERLY HUEBEL
On Wednesday, January 15, Beverly Huebel passed away at the Sauk County Health Care Center in Reedsburg, Wisconsin after an extended illness. Born in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, on October 26, 1929, to George Brown and Marguerite (Scott-Brown) Shilling, Beverly graduated from Royal 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 a 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 Wonewoc-Center School Board, member of the CESA 12 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 Area Betterment Club. Bev volunteered with the Scenic 400 State 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-in-laws Mark A. Riggle and Marvin J. “Doc” Wurster and grandson William Tyler Wurster; sister-law Phyllis Huebel. Beverly is survived by husband, William “Bill” Huebel; Daughters Laurie Wurster of Stockton, Illinois; Julie Hebel of Wonewoc, Wisconsin; Elizabeth (Dave Silverberg) Huebel of Madison, Wisconsin, six grandchildren: Sarah Sullivan and Ashley Wurster of Minneapolis, MN; Brandon Hebel of Whitewater, Whitney Hebel 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, singing, 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 and memorial service were held at the United Methodist Church in Wonewoc, Saturday, January 25. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established for the Wonewoc Library and the United Methodist Church.
HILDA ATKINSON
Hilda Atkinson 103, of Ironton, died Sunday, January 26, 2014 at Our House in Reedsburg, WI. She was born April 1, 1910 in the Town of Woodland in Sauk County the daughter of Alfred Sr. and Mary (Kolash) Bulin. She was united in marriage to Harold G. Atkinson on November 21 1934. She was a very active member of the Valton Wesleyan Church. Hilda worked in Janesville for a while at Gossard Factory, then was a homemaker and help mate. She was preceded in death by a son Harold Duane age 2 and a daughter Denise Darlene age 8 and husband Harold, her parents and five brothers Wenzel, Joseph, Edward, Alfred, and Arnold Bulin. She is survived by a sister-in-law Norma Bulin; Several nieces and nephews; other extended family and friends; and her dear special friend Muriel Blakeslee. Funeral services for Hilda will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday January 31, 2014 at Valton Wesleyan Church with Pastor Terry Woirol officiating, burial will be in Champion Valley Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home 402 Center Street Wonewoc, WI, and from 10 until time of service at the church on Friday. Thompson Funeral home is assisting the family with arrangements.
January 30, 2014
The Messenger of Juneau County
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ELIZABETH “BETTY” L. SEVERSON
Elizabeth “Betty” L. (Wyttenbach) Severson, 95 of Kendall, died Saturday, January 25, 2014 at Heritage Manor in Elroy, WI. She was born August 31, 1918 to Walter and Elsa (Pfaff) Behnke in Ableman, Wisconsin which is now known as Rock Springs. She was baptized on September 29, 1918 and confirmed on March 20, 1932 in Rock Springs at St. John Lutheran Church. Betty was a member of the Baraboo High School Graduating Class of 1936. After high school, Betty attended the County Normal Teaching College. She took her first teaching job working in a one room school house near Spring Green. On June 12, 1941, Betty was united in marriage to Victor Wyttenbach. He preceded her in death on December 18, 1971. Relocating to the Kendall area in 1950, Betty and Vic owned the Corner Tavern. In 1980, Betty was united in marriage to Roselle F. Severson. They ran the Corner Tavern until 1992. He preceded her in death on February 5, 2006. Betty was a faithful and devoted member of St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, Kendall. She was a long-time member of the Jolly Janes Homemakers Club, a member of St. John's Ladies Aid, and a member of the Monroe County Tavern League and other organizations. She enjoyed card playing, reading the most in her later years, and the Price is Right and a 7 oz. bottle of Miller Lite every day. Betty will be remembered for being a good friend to many who have gone before her, her love of the Milwaukee Brewers and her generosity. She is survived by her children, Carole (Gail) Ramsey of Prairie du Sac, Lee (Cindy) Wyttenbach, of Kendall, and Linda (Buzz) Finnigan of Kendall, 7 grandchildren, Todd Lawson of Kendall, Nikki (Ryan) Redding of Houston, TX, Gwen (Chad) Olson of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Clint (fiancée Jamie) Ramsey of Sauk City, Andrea (Troy) Kersten of Prairie du Sac, Victor (Amy) Wyttenbach of Elgin, IL, and Nathan Wyttenbach of Kendall, 7 great-grandchildren Alexis, Valerie, Brook, Claire, Cole, Grace and Alayna, a brother, James (June) Behnke, 3 sisters, Norma Caflisch, Joyce Karg and Donna (Jerry) Brooks. Betty is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Victor and Roselle, her parents, Walter and Elsa Behnke, 2 sisters, Pearl Edwards and Lois Hartung, 2 brothers, Arnold and Durlin “Budd” Behnke, 2 Brothers-in-law Franz Wyttenbach and Fritz Wyttenbach and a sister-in-law Victoria Schulz. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2014 12:00 Noon at St. John Ev. Lutheran Church in Kendall. Pastor Steven W. Neuman will officiate. Burial will be in the Glendale Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited on Saturday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Smith-Nelson Funeral Home in Kendall is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be given at www.sonnenburgfamilyfh.com
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Kendall Library news BY LYNETTE VLASAK Our library, along with the Kendall Area Arts and Culture Organization (KAACO), is sponsoring “To Be! Shakespeare Here and Now” presented by the Optimist Theatre of Milwaukee. Four programs will be presented to the students of the Royall School District on Wednesday, February 5. The elementary school’s program is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. in the elementary gym. The remaining three programs will all be held in the high school gym: middle school at 10:45 a.m., high school at 1 p.m. and the intermediate school at 2 p.m. Any interested community members are invited to attend any one or more of these programs. For more information call
Critchfield named Delaney Marie Critchfield, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Critchfield of Elroy, Wisconsin, was named to the President's List by Dr. Troy Shoemaker, president of Pensacola Christian College, for academic achievement during the 2013 fall semester. This was a result of earning an A average. Pensacola Christian College is a liberal arts college enrolling students from every state in the U.S. and from around the world. Pensacola Christian College has an enrollment of approximately 4,500 students (undergraduate, graduate, and Seminary) and offers a variety of programs to study.
More Obituaries CAROL L. PREUSS
Carol L. Preuss, 85, of Clifton entered her heavenly home on Sunday, January 19, 2014 at Close to Home in Tomah after a short battle of cancer. Carol was born March 11, 1928 to Edwin and Iva (Deoring) Woolever in Sauk County in the township of LaValle. She graduated from Wonewoc High School in 1946. She attended Sauk County Normal School where she graduated in 1948 and began her teaching career. Carol was united in marriage to George Preuss on October 16, 1948 at Peace Lutheran Church in Elroy. They lived near LaValle before they started farming in 1950 on Dorset Ridge near Wilton, where they lived for 40 years. In 1989 they purchased their retirement home near Clifton. In 1993 she retired from teaching after 41 years, 31 of those in the EKW school district at Elroy. After retiring from teaching Carol worked in the food department at “Night Pasture” in Clifton until she became “care giver” for her husband George for several years. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Her hobbies included gardening, both vegetables and flowers, traveling and camping. She enjoyed reading and doing word finds. She liked to decorate her home for the holidays, especially Christmas. She truly enjoyed baking her famous Christmas cut-out cookies for her family, what will truly be missed. Carol was an active member of Fountain Lutheran Church. She served on the church council as a secretary for 2 terms and was a member of the Sarah Circle. Carol is survived by one son, William “Bill” (Lisa), of Wilton, 3 daughters, Joy (Jim) Bever of Wilton, Betty “Jeannie” Anderson of Scottsville, VA, and Nancy “Jo” (Bob) Taylor of Omro, a daughter-in-law Beth Zweifel Preuss of New Lisbon, 13 grandchildren: Marie Preuss, Becky (Troy) Pribnow, Dan Bever, Jamie Bever, Genevieve Brown, Jasmine Brown, Jonathan Brown, Emily Anderson, Jessica (Joe) Moss, Ryan (Allie) Preuss, Matthew (Elizabeth) Hanson, Sara (Ryan) Hellerud, and Cole Allen, great-grandchildren; Camryn and Nolan Hanson, Mason and Hudson Moss, Aiden Gratz, Breanna Hellerud, Brock Bever, and Hazel Truesdale. Carol is further survived by a brother Lester (Rita) Woolever, a brother-in-law Herman (Nadine) Preuss, 2 sisters-in-law Gladys Gloede, and Margaret Preuss, many nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, George on February 22, 2010, her parents, a son David Preuss, a son-inlaw Dale Anderson, an infant sister Evelyn Woolever, brothers-in-laws Eldon Preuss, Norbert Boeder, Raymond Gloede, and a sister-in-law Adeline Boeder. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Close To Home and to Hospice for their exceptional care. Funeral Services were Friday, January 24, 2014, 11:00 a.m. at Fountain Lutheran Church in the Township of Fountain-rural Kendall with Pastor Wesley Dunbar officiating. Burial was in the Pilgrim Rest Cemetery, Clifton. Relatives and friends were 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.
Lynette at the library, 463-7103 during library hours. KPL is coordinating this program while KAACO is providing the funds to bring this program to our schools. Reminder that we will be showing the movie Gifted Hands—the Ben Carson Story, at 6:30 p.m. at the Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall on Friday, February 7. No charge and everyone is welcome The book club met on Tuesday, January 28, to discuss The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. The book club’s February book is Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern. If you would like to join us, stop by the library to pick up a book. Our next meeting will be Tuesday, February 25.
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CHILDREN DONATE Sunday School children from Bethany Lutheran in Mauston donated offering money to SEA of change. Mr. Mike Taake attended Sunday School on January 12 to accept a check from Pastor Cheryl Fleckenstein and the children for $100.29. Mr. Taake thanked the children and explained what the money would be used for. The mission of SEA of change is to act as a source of Support, Education, and Advocacy on behalf of the people in need of shelter and support in our community. They provide direct assistance in a variety of ways to those who are in transition and raise awareness on topics and issues that lead to homelessness.
On Thursday, January 16th, the School District of Mauston Fifth Grade Math Knowledge Teams competed at the Regional Competition held in Sparta. This event was hosted by the Mississippi Valley Gifted and Talented Network. Members of the Mauston Team 1 included Landon Bilka, Sean Corwin, Ian Flint, and Keagan Smith. Members of the Mauston Team 2 included Braden Benzine, Dawson Dearth, John Luke, and Roman Martinez. Camron Cafferty was the alternate. Up against 17 teams from 12 other school districts, the Mauston teams competed in two rounds of competition – individual and team. Competitors were required to complete 20 very difficult math questions in 30 minutes – first in the individual round and then again in the team round. Sean Corwin earned second place in the individual round. Mauston Team 1 earned second place overall in the team round. Mrs. Bittick, Mr. Luehman, and Mrs. Partlow helped prepare the teams for competition.
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Terrace Heights to hold Valentine’s BINGO The public is invited to spend an afternoon with the tenants of Terrace Heights Retirement Community in Mauston. The facility will host its annual BINGO game on Tuesday, February 11. This popular event celebrates Valentine’s Day in unique fashion! The festivities will begin at 2 p.m., with chances to win great prizes starting right away. When attendees arrive and
sign in, they are automatically entered in a drawing for one of the door prizes to be given away at the end of the event. In addition, there will be wrapped presents awarded every time a BINGO is called. All gifts stay concealed until the end of the celebration. When the game is over, those who did not have the opportunity to receive a prize by calling ‘BINGO’ can choose from those remaining on the table. Individuals
Federal funds awarded Juneau County has been chosen to receive $5,913 to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the county, fiscal year 2013, phase 31. The selection was made by a National Board that is chaired by the U. S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency and consists of representatives from American Red Cross; Catholic Charities, USA; National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA; The Jewish Federations of North America, The Salvation Army; and, United Way Worldwide. The Local Board was charged to distribute funds appropriated by Congress to help expand the capacity of food and shelter programs in high-need areas around the country. Our local EFSP Board will determine how the funds awarded are to be distributed among the emergency food and shelter programs run by local service agencies in Juneau County. The local EFSP Board is responsible for recommending agencies to receive these funds and any additional funds made available under this phase of the program. Under the terms of the grant from the National Board, local agencies chosen to receive funds must: 1) be private voluntary non-profits or units of government, 2) be eligible to receive Federal funds, 3) have an accounting system, 4) practice nondiscrimination, 5) have demonstrated the capability to deliver emergency food and/or shelter programs, and 6) if they are a private voluntary organization, have a voluntary board. Qualifying agencies are urged to apply.
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Juneau County has distributed Emergency Food and Shelter funds previously with Community Action, Hope House, Catholic Charities, and the food pantries in Elroy, Wonewoc, New Lisbon, Necedah, and Mauston participating. Public or private voluntary agencies interested in applying for Emergency Food and Shelter Program funds must contact Kathy Green at 847-5454 for an application. The deadline for completed applications is Wed., February 12, 2014. The Juneau County EFSP board will be meeting on February 13, 2014 at 1:00 a.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church, 701 Grove Street, Mauston.
who won multiple items can also share the love by giving away their ‘extra’ prizes. Everyone leaves a winner from this festive game of BINGO! In the past spots have filled up quickly for this event, so call Shari from Terrace Heights at 608-847-2377 to reserve your space today! You must RSVP to play.
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Elroy Library news BY MARY WAARVIK LIBRARIAN
CLASSIC COUNTRY MUSIC Eric
Nofsinger plays the fiddle during one of many song selections last Sunday afternoon during Tor’s Classic Country Music show at the Kendall Community Hall.
Dancers from near and far participated in plenty of polka also.
Pre-school Story Time will begin again on Friday, February 7 at 10. Join us for this time of stories, songs, rhymes and giggles. Encourage your children to read by reading to them, and we are here to help. Looking for a getaway from the local scene? We have several Wisconsin periodicals that let you know about upcoming events. In addition to the Wisconsin State Journal, you can check out ‘Madison’ or ‘Brava’ magazines. For more statewide info, how about ‘Wisconsin Natural Resources’ or ‘Midwest Living’? With the winter grinding on, you might like ‘Budget Travel’ or ‘Travel and Leisure’. If you need indoor ideas, perhaps ‘Everyday Cooking’ or ‘Bon Appetit’ will get you cooking. They all go out for one week, so you have enough time to savor each enticing page.
Starting a Business Monday, February 3, 2014 5:30PM–9:00PM at the Elroy Library Social/Light Dinner 5:30–6:00PM Seminar Program 6:00–9:00PM Individual $15 - each additional person $10 (Fee includes dinner, refreshments, program materials)
RSVP: 608-847-9329 or 608-269-8722 Local Johnny Cash sound alike LeRoy Petersen sang wonderful country inspired tunes.
John Downing, of the Kendall area, sang one song to the crowd and always enjoys traveling wherever Tor Eness and his crew perform.
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BY TASHA MUELLER The Hillsboro Lady basketball team keeps on looking forward with an added conference win over Royall on Thursday night. The Lady Tigers keep the lead through halftime as the Panthers were down 29-15. The Royall team surged through baskets as Nicole Miller and Rachel Smith made two 3-point goals apiece to help edge the girls to a 31-31 tie. The tie helped push Hillsboro into trying for more baskets and adding nine additional points to the scoreboard as they team lead 40-35 going into the fourth quarter. The Royall defense tried to stop the Tigers from gaining any additional points early in the quarter and were successful as failed baskets kept hitting the rim. A 3point goal was made by Kelsea Storkel with 40 seconds left of the game to tie up a close game 52-52. Hillsboro’s Destiny Shore found a close basket and headed to the foul line to make an additional point and creep a little closer to a victory at 55-52. Royall attempted baskets, as Hillsboro’s defense went an inch more in defending the ball to make any ball drop. Within the last 30 seconds, fouls came from Royall as Macy Mislivecek
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Royall’s Kelsea Storkel tries to save the ball within the final seconds of the game and make a basket attempt past Hillsboro’s defense Thursday night. Hillsboro edged Royall 58-52. and Shore became parallel with the foul line to make pivotal baskets. The Lady Tigers were able to manage the win with the help of Shore’s 20 points with a final of 58-52. Also adding double digits for the Tigers included Mislivecek with 13 points, as Sami Levy added 12. Additional scorers included Kelsey Skala with 8, Harli Mitchell with 3 and Jessica Tauber adding 2. Royall advanced on the 3point goals with six made attempts in the second half. Leading in points for Royall included Kelsey Vieth with 12, Smith edging 11, Miller with 8, Storkel with 7, Paige
Hyer and Katie Parrish both contributing 6 points, and Cara Masters with 2. Hillsboro also defeated Wonewoc-Center last Friday 43-22 and lost to Brookwood on Tuesday 5146. Hillsboro stands second place in conference at 11-2 overall behind Brookwood. Hillsboro will travel to New Lisbon this Friday, while Royall hosts Necedah for conference games this week, as games have been postponed from earlier in the week due to cold weather. Dates for postponed games will be in next weeks issue.
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Connor achieves Eagle Scout ranking CONTRIBUTED Sunday afternoon January 12th, Myles Connor of Camp Douglas received the award for attaining the rank of Eagle Scout. Myles is the son of David and Susan
Connor and a member of New Lisbon Troop 203, which is sponsored by the New Lisbon American Legion Post. Myles is a senior at New Lisbon High School and was home schooled through the
10th grade. Myles Eagle Project was fixing a damaged section of the south wall and cementing the floor in a room in the basement of Cornerstone Baptist Church located at 704 West State Street in New Lisbon. After the Gateway Council approved his project, he started the work. With the help of Boy Scouts from Troop 203 and church members. More than four cubic yards of sand was removed from the room via five gallon buckets. When 7” of water seeped into the room due to the wet spring of 2013, two cubic yards of washed stone was hauled in via five gallon buckets. After leveling the stone on June 20th the cement was ordered and carried down again via five gallon buckets. The cement was allowed to cure 24 hours and then bracing was built for the five-foot section of basement wall. On June 21st the cement truck was ordered and the wall was poured. The next morning the support structure was removed and Myles project was completed only weeks before his 18th birthday. His project increased the church basement by about 20 percent. Myles earned 28 merit badges along his journey to become Eagle Scout.
The Court of Honor ceremony began with the Troop 203 scouts bringing in the colors, followed by an opening prayer. After that, Myles lit candles while reciting the scout law, “A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent.” He lit one candle for each aspect of the scout law. He was then presented his Eagle Badge, which his mother pinned on him. His father then put on the new Eagle Scout neckerchief and removed the old boy scout neckerchief. Current Scoutmaster Tom Morris and Assistant Scoutmaster Tom Heindl made the award presentations. Guest speaker, State Senator Dale Schultz gave an impressive speech commenting on the great achievement of attaining Eagle Scout. He commented on Myles shooting a 39 in golf on his 18th birthday got his attention and respect. He then presented Myles with a Commendation from himself and State Representative Ed Brooks. The commendation commended Myles for all the hard work he put in and the effort of making Eagle Scout. Next, former Troop 203 Scoutmaster Darrell Peterson gave and a dynam-
ic Eagle Challenge and especially appreciated Myles finishing strong and earning his Eagle Scout just weeks before the deadline of his 18th birthday. After the conclusion of the ceremony the guests of the event were
treated to refreshments and cake. This was a great, once in a lifetime, event for Myles Connor and he should be complimented on his hard work, determination and persistence.
New Lisbon Alumni named Tomah Chief of Police BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD A New Lisbon Alumni, Mark Nicholson, has recently been promoted from Lieutenant to Chief of Police for the Tomah Police Department. Nicholson has served as the interim police chief since June 2013, and
after former police chief Wes Revels retired. Nicholson was originally hired by the Tomah Police Department in December of 1989. "I am very proud of him," said his father Dan Nicholson of New Lisbon. "He has worked very hard for the promotion."
Dan went on to say his son studied in LaCrosse and has been a member of the National Guard. It was his service in the National Guard where his father feels Nicholson first had the desire to go into law enforcement. Nicholson's mother Diana
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passed away when he was a child, however, he has grown up knowing the love of his step-mother Kathy. He has two siblings, a brother
and sister, and two half siblings. "He's a good son," said Dan. The Messenger attempted
to contact Chief Nicholson for comment, however, he was out of the office for training and would not be back for a few days.
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Necedah girl receives service dog BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD In November of 2012 we first reported on Christina Bavnick's two year old daughter, Lilly, and her dire need for a service dog to help alarm family members when the little girl would be on the verge of seizure. The family needed to raise $13,000 as part of their participation in the 4 Paws for Ability program. Although the amount that needed to be raised seemed like a lot to many, it covered just part of the actual cost of training an ability dog for Lilly. After we first reported on Lilly, fundraisers sprouted up and donations started coming into the fund set for Lilly's service dog and by the fall of 2013 the family was notified that a service dog was in the near future for Lilly. That service dog is named Liora, a Chocolate Lab, who was born on October 15, 2012, and just this week Lilly traveled to 4 Paws for Ability in Ohio to meet her new partner and go through specialized training.
Lilly's mother reported that on the first day of training, another child there to meet her own service dog suffered from multiple seizures during the training. "She was non verbal and you couldn't tell she was having a seizure, much like Lilly has sometimes. She had four, and her dog alerted all four times," said Bavnick. Bavnick said the child came through the seizures okay and while it was distressing to watch, it was a relief to see the service dog in action. 4 Paws for Ability founder, Karen Shirk, explained to the Messenger in a previous interview that the cost to train an ability dog can range from $22,000 to upwards of $46,000. "On average the dogs have 500 hours of training," said Shirk. "That training can mean the difference between life or death of a child." The organization is 15 years old and currently places approximately 100 ability dogs per year. To qualify for the program families are asked to reach out
and raise $13,000 in donations. That money is then matched by the organization through other funds. Shirk explained that the organization is structured as such to help prevent the long waiting lists other service dog organizations must face and because they only have one or two people working on fund raising. "We include the families so that it is a partnership and we can get their child a dog a lot sooner than once was the case," said Shirk. Of the 100 dogs placed, 98 percent are placed with children suffering from various life threatening illnesses. The remaining 2 percent are placed with returning veterans with disabilities. "It truly is a matter of life or death, especially when a child has a seizure disorder," explained Shirk. If you would like to learn more about the 4 Paws for Ability program you can find them on Facebook or on the web at www. 4pawsforability.org. You can also reach them by phone at (937) 768-9098.
Lilly and her family met her new service dog last Monday in Ohio.
Cardinals boys stand at 11-3 BY STEVE NORLING During the past week the Necedah Cardinal boy’s basketball team played two games winning one and losing one. This brought their record to eleven and three with two of the losses being conference losses. The first game of the week was on Tuesday the 21st and was against The Bangor Cardinals. The Necedah team never really got the lead or even got very close. The first quarter was 19 – 11 in favor of Bangor. The second quarter was the only quarter that the Necedah Cardinals outscored Bangor. In that quarter they outscored Bangor 25 –21 but that still left Bangor leading by a 40 – 36 score. The end of the third quarter found
Bangor leading by a 60 – 51 score. With another good quarter in the fourth the Bangor wound up winning by 85 – 72. Bangor had four players in double figures. O’Heron had a game high of 31, Miller 14, and Jepson and Reader 10 each. For Necedah it was Brown and Murphy with 21 each and Tripp Horbinski with 11. Bangor had five three-point goals while Necedah had nine. For Bangor it was O’Heron with two and Reader, Lockington and Oliver with one each. Brown had four, Tripp Horbinski had three and Murphy had two for Necedah. On Friday, the 24th Necedah played host to Royall. This looked almost like two different games,
one game being the first half and the other game being the second half. Necedah used a great first half, both offensively and defensively to give them the win. In the first quarter it was Necedah outscoring Royall by 14 – 8. The second quarter was even better for Necedah as they outscored Royall 18 – 3, leaving the halftime score 32 – 11 in favor of Necedah. The second half went to Royall, with them outscoring Necedah by 16 – 10, third quarter score 42 – 27 Necedah. Royall also took the fourth quarter 18 – 15 but that was not enough to catch Necedah. The final score of the game, 57 – 45 Necedah. Retzlaff had 15 and Ness had 13 for Royall
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Royall announces Hall of Fame inductees at Alumni Weekend BY TASHA MUELLER Past Royall alumni athletes and fans were able to come back to Elroy and be a part of a memorable weekend including revealing new athletic banners in the gymnasium, 2014 Hall of Fame new inductees and a day full of volleyball and basketball alumni games. If anyone has recently been in the Royall main entrance area and gymnasium, a few new interior decorating items have been placed and displayed for everyone to view. The Royall Booster Club Decorating Interior including Committee, Angela Lunde, Mark Gruen, Melissa Stanek, Sarah Gruen, and Scott Uppena took the time to extend their thanks to a family that had contributed much to Royall to help with the new display items. The community lost a valued member last March.
James Meckstroth was a college Division 1 football player and a three-sport athlete in his high school years. Jim was in regular attendance at home games and a huge supporter for all athletes. The Meckstroth family made a generous donation to allow the capability of having running athletic records displayed in the entryway of the school. The display allows the school to pay tribute to the hard work of our athletes at Royall while recognizing one of the district’s best athletic supporters. This recognition took place during last Friday night’s halftime girls basketball game, as members of the Meckstroth family who have given donations to the project were recognized in the crowd from Superintendent Mark Gruen. Other additions to the gymnasium were new athletic banners. For years, the interior of the gymnasium
has been seeing new items including scoreboards, conference banners, and a new court. Along with the committee, Kayela Neuman spearheaded the design and creation of these new banners. They could not have been done without her hard work along with Denise Murray, Betty Manson, Paulette Board, Gail Hitchcock, and the Juneau County HCE. The banners were all sewn together by hand, with letters being placed on separately to make the new addition much more special. Each banner showcases the different sports and their season’s achievements. Hundreds of volunteer hours were involved in this project that looks great being showcased on the wall. Joe Vitcenda introduced the upcoming Hall of Fame inductees during a spring ceremony. Chelsey Board graduated
Volleyball and basketball participants not only had a great day reminiscing on fond athletic memories, but athletes gathered on teams and competed for the one goal of becoming champion, and most importantly, to have a day of fun.
A new addition to the Royall gymnasium are these hand crafted athletic banners made by volunteers through 100s of hours of hard work. The banners were shown during the girls basketball game of alumni weekend and are the new items in part of improving the interior design of the school. from Royall in 2001 and was selected First Team All Conference in all three sports multiple years. She was the Scenic Bluffs Conference MVP for both basketball and volleyball and was Wisconsin State Journal’s 1st Team selection in basketball. Chelsey ranks high in many basketball record categories at Royall. David Gruen is a 1992 graduate and was selected First Team All Conference in all three sports including football, wrestling, and baseball multiple years. As a senior, David led the football team to its first conference championship in 20 years. When he graduated, David held all the Royall wrestling records. Mike Jefferson is a 200 graduate and was selected First Team All Conference in all three sports multiple years. Mike rushed for 1,947 and 2,166 yards his junior
FREETHROW CONTEST The Knights of Columbus held their District 20 Freethrow contest
on Sunday, January 26 in the Royall High School gym. Pictured are the winners advancing to the Diocesan Level on March 9 in Cashton. L-R: Front Row - 12 yr old Dawson Miller (Wonewoc), 11 yr old Emma Gruen (Elroy), 10 yr old Halie Wallace (Hillsboro), 10 yr old Jordan Erickson (Hillsboro), 11 yr old Seth Wallace (Hillsboro). Back Row - Larry Anderson KC member (Hillsboro), 13 yr old Taylor Geitz (La Valle), 13 yr old Dani Wilcot (Wonewoc), 12 yr old Molly Crandall (Hillsboro), 14 yr old James Anderson (Hillsboro), and John Sustar Grand Knight (Union Center).
and senior years and holds Royall’s rushing record of 4,476 yards. He also was a four year starter at Luther College in football. A May 9, 2014 Hall of Fame ceremony is planned at the Elroy Legion Hall. Alumni participants partook in volleyball and basketball day tournament games. Athletes included: 1991 – Carl Leis; 1994 – Jennifer Gruen-Martin; 1995 – Sara Gruen-Manson; 1996 – Christine KeenanWainwright, Jeff Schneider, Abe Schultz, Sid Thayer; 1998 – Kara Brandau, Jamie Houzner-Vitcenda, Wendy Zinke, Josh Board, Rusty Chute, Kurt Heilman; 1999 – Tom Wildes, Cathy Dwyer-Wildes; 2000 – Ben Brandt, Mike Jefferson, Tom Simpson, Ashley Thayer; 2001 – Jenny Harris; 2002 – John Atkinson, Josh Goldbeck; 2003 – Jennifer Trepes-Jefferies, Nate
Brieske, Josh Harris, Aaron Ottum, Dan Stanek, Kyle Witt, Ryan Witt; 2004 – Shawna Schultz-Bongard; 2005 – Emily Bever, Kevin Simpson, Eric Witt; 2006 – Ann Bever, Alison Brown, Sara Thonesen, Ryan Lipke; 2007 – Brit Clark, Julie Retzlaff, Ali Thomas, Richie Benish; 2009 – Mindy Benish, Hillary Murray, Jenna Picha, Ashlee Vlasak, Allen Roscovius, Thomas Vieth; 2010 – Morgan Harris, Shelly Retzlaff, Rachel Williams, Kalli Zmolek, Dylan Becker, Riley Brown, Ryan Frye, Brian Miller, Cory Witt; 2011 – Hailey Brown, Matt Conley, Jacob Murphy, Kody Vaassen; 2012 – Allison Kolodzinski, Hana Weber, Emma Zmolek, Gabe Ness, Shawn Triebs; 2013 – Madeline Miller, Kelly Switz, Kelsey Vaassen, Clay Retzlaff.
DONATION Knights of Columbus St. Christopher Council (Union Center, Elroy, and Wonewoc) Charity fund aided the Portzen Family who suffered a house fire on January 4, 2014. Two checks were given, $300 from the state council and $250 from the local council. Pictured left to right are John Sustar Grand Knight, Andy Portzen, and Greg Helgerson KC Field Agent.
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A new expansion 10 years in the making
BY TASHA MUELLER “It was 10 years ago this year when we started this process,” Friends of the Library President Jenny Barreau stated, to put the Wonewoc Public Library into perspective of just how long it took this dream became a reality for the community. In 2004, the Wonewoc Development Corporation bought the Pets and More Store located right where the new public library addition is now placed. The cost to purchase the building and land was $25,000 and the corporation readied the land and the Village of Wonewoc purchased the area soon after. In the spring, the library board gathered interested friends ready to better the library and formed the Friends of the Library group. The group later formed a charitable donation fund so the library could start saving the funds needed with a goal in mind to expand the library. “We’ve worked together, really hard, to create a plan for this building, to take it into the 21st century.” There is now handicapped accessibility. There is a chil-
dren’s and teen’s area that is spacious in size and offers plenty of space to view books and even use two new computers. The new addition also has a community room downstairs, large enough to house plenty of people, as seen by the open house. Parking is now close to the building, which has been a nicely added feature for these cold spells. Fundraising efforts have come from the young, alumni, the far and the near, with efforts not quite finished yet, the Village has helped with the fundraising gap to make the project become a finished product. Upcoming fundraisers will also be held to help gain the final goals of the project. “In 1939, when the old section of the library opened, Mr. Wolfenden had a vision that our community needed a library, and we have one today in 2014 that has expanded into a really great library,” stated Barreau. A donor wall, created by Don Urban, was unveiled at the open house with plaques of donors who have contributed $500 or more. There are plenty more spaces available and the library personnel only hopes to see the continued support of
the community. “I’m just blown over with how gorgeous it is,” said Library Director Kim Dearth after the reveal of the donor wall. Brockman presented the Friends of the Library with a plaque for their efforts of making the project a reality, for all to enjoy not only for now, but for a lifetime. Also in attendance was State Senator Dale Schultz and State Representative Ed Brooks, who presented the library personnel with a Citation of the Senate plaque presented by the State of Wisconsin to commemorate the need to expand the library and making the space handicapped accessible. If you were unable to make it to the open house, stop down and see the new plaques and donor wall that will be proudly displayed for years to come. The library does have new hours to become more accessible to the community. New hours include Monday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Tuesday through Friday: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. A big congratulations goes to the Wonewoc Public Library for making the space accommodating to the community and the extra efforts that went into the project to get all of the details just right. Cheers to the years to come!
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1954 Orioles still making baskets after 60 years BY TASHA MUELLER They say that one should never grow with age, or in the very least, you should never feel like your age. For some members of the 1954 Hillsboro Orioles basketball team, a few may have felt a bit stiff the next day after attempting to make a basket in front of the alumni basketball crowd Saturday afternoon. A few of the team members gathered for a 60th anniversary celebration to gather together and reminisce on past memories. When talking with the members, memories from running the court more than 20 times in a practice or having to run continuous laps around the court were mentioned. As Don McCoic went up for his basket, he said, “Coach always told me – two dribbles, and get rid of it McCoic.” It was a fond afternoon hearing stories from the players and seeing
interactions with the younger basketball athletes whom have attended Hillsboro and have dribbled the ball a few dozen times on the court. Other members of the varsity team that were unable to make the anniversary reunion were: Verlan Urban, Billy DeMarr, Larry Eastman, Arnold Urban, and Glenn DeMarr. Additional members that have since passed includes: Keith McDonald – Head Coach, Doug Hendrickson – Assistant Coach, Don Benish – Manager, and David Hammer. Tournament organizer Brian Hora was able to give the team and fans stats from the 1953-54 season and also handed off a stat book to Don Hora. It was certainly a day to remember not only for the athletes, but also the fans. Nine teams competed in the alumni tournament. Teams 1-6 competed in the
Open Division; the remaining three teams competed in the Legends Division. Teams 1-3 comprised Pool A of the Open Division; Teams 1-3 comprised Pool B. Team 1 : Brock Donovan, Drew Alexander, Tom Mlsna, Kyle Benish, Paxton Burmaster, Dan Liska, Ethan Wanless, all 2005. Team 2 (winners of Open Division): Greg Jefferies, Nick Hora, Tony Turpin, Sam Franke, all 2004; Tyler Benish, 2007; Matt Nowak, 2003; Brent Jones, 2002. Team 3: Layne Hammer Jake Stockwell, Chris Sake, Nick Skala, all 2013; Carter Clausius, Kyle Thompson, Dave Crandall, Briar Nothaus, all 2012. Team 4: Justin Thompson, Garret Zimmerman, Pat Alexander, all 2009; Ross Donovan, Jay Larson, Ethan Knower, all 2008; Ted Traeder, 1990. Team 5: Ryan Jefferies, Tyler Garman, Derek Larson, all 2006; Justin
Johnson, 2002; Brain Bruha, Ben Nelson, Josh Kouba, Seth Kendall, all 1998. Team 6: Jake Donovan, Brandon Seeley, Trevor Bjornsen, James Knower, Robert Anderson, Kaleb Kragt, Dylan Burch, all 2011. Team 7: Greg Zimmerman, 1990; Dan
Common Core sits well in Hillsboro classrooms BY TASHA MUELLER A “common core” of school changes will either lead school districts around the state into a struggle of change or one for the better to prepare students with more opportunities to learn. A group of Hillsboro teachers gathered during the regular school board meeting on January 20 to indicate to the board how the Common Core State Standards are affecting their classroom usage and just how the newly state implemented learning techniques will benefit the students. The new program was presented by a total of six teachers with the goal of “advancing rigor and raising student achievement” in the district. Led by district Curricular Reading Specialist Teresa Fanta, each presented their different phase of how the program has thus far impacted their classrooms. The discussion led to interesting insight that focused on the teamwork among the teachers to make the goals more reasonable and effective. Middle School Specials Education teacher, Sue Donlan credited Common Core with “thoughtful and meaningful changes to the standards.” She also went on to say that with the extra time in the given week allows for staff to meet with co-workers and discuss student needs, which has been great to see. Several of the speakers noted appreciation towards held from the board towards the readjusting with classroom changes. Peer support from faculty and staff has been able to be a great priority with the program changes to make the change sail smoothly. The evolvement of the Common Core State Standards began taking place in 2010 as Wisconsin implemented the standards into all schools. More information is available on the school’s website.
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Small items are being accomplished in the building project as doors and windows are completely sealed. One roofing bid has been accepted. On the elementary school roof, there are all steel sections on all slanted areas. The Fifth Grade Math Team competed in Sparta at a competition earlier this month. The team includes Cameron Huntley, Mitch Huntley, Grace Holthe, Colin Johnson, Billy Filler, and Chris Heidtman. The board approved updates and revisions to the Board Policy Book (Section 300) regarding instruction. A revision of Policy 188 was approved to allow a $100 per day stipend for board members attending the Wisconsin Association of School boards Convention. An approval for the available Open Enrolment spaces for the 2014-15 school year was unanimous, along with a discussion on the 2014-15 school calendar, with approval pending at the February 10 regular meeting. After a placement drawing for two seats on the School Board, candidates will appear on the April ballot in the following order: 1. Brian Hora, 2. Denise Huntley, 3. Mike Jirschele. Following a closed session, the board approved hiring Heidi Thompson as an Elementary School Education Aide. Also approved was the hiring / assignment of Tom Lambries as a 50 percent Elementary School Music teacher for the second semester.
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Ravenscroft, 1995; Tim Shore, 1991; Ben Pooley, 1999; Bob Bothe, 1994; Steve Shaker, 1975; Vince Sinkule, 2003; Larry Anderson, 1979. Team 8: Jim Thornsen, 2003; Shaun Conley, 2001; Doug Haworth, 1995; Matt Rueckheim, 1993; Dave Richardson, 1981; Frank
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Present at the Hillsboro Alumni Basketball tournament were 10 members of the 1954 Orioles Hillsboro basketball team. Present were, manager Roger Chalupecky, Don Hora, Bob Patterson, Dave “Swish” Randolph, Don McCoic, Dennis Kolowrat, Don Potter, Brian Richardson, Darrel Fiske, Howard Miller.
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W-C Alumni gather for tournament BY TASHA MUELLER Plenty of teams took the court Saturday for the annual Wonewoc-Center Alumni Basketball and Volleyball tournaments. Not only was the day tournament memorable, but also enjoyable to reconnect with old friends and to see who can win a game or two. Listed are the teams that participated in the 2014 tournament. Volleyball: Team 1: Erin Laack (’13), Lacy (Laack) Burns (’07), Sam (Heiking Erie (’06), Lisa (Laack) Olson (’01); Team 2: Allie Tracy (’12), Nikki (Urban) Justman (’93), Amy (Brown) Schmitt (’89); Team 3: Dawn (Urban) Ertel (’90), Bridget Miller (’90), Kelly (Wohlrab) Nielsen (’95), Bonnie
(Schroeder) Schmitz (’87); Team 4: Sara Eberhardt (’13), Haley Krueger (’13), Tayler Rego (’12); Team 5: Hannah Harris (’10), Nicole Harris (’07), Betsy Schultz (’06); Team 6: Crystal (Jennings) Riley (’04), Kristin (Schroeder) Wolfe (’04), Megan (Woolever) Rowe (’04); Team 7: Kelly Field (’11), Kasey Garner (’11), Kristin Field (’09); Team 8: Steph Kopenhafer (’12), Jordan Lehman (’12), Sabrina Wells (’12); Team 9: Beth Reed (’05), Jen (Schultz) Shirek (’05), Mandi (Miller) Wafle (’05); Team 10: Britta (Bilek) Deaton (’05), Holly Rogers (’02), Sara (Schneider) Sake (’00); Team 11: Amber Fick (’03), Robin (Fick) Hemerly (’00), Heather (Fick) Mobley (’97). Basketball: Team A: Jeff Peesel (’96), Logan Beatty (’06), Drew Benish, Clinton Sole, Micah Fulton (all ’08), Travis Kaus,
Five boys basketball teams and a legends team enjoyed the alumni tournament and had fun getting back out on the court for the annual event.
There were 11 volleyball teams during Saturday’s alumni tournament and games were played through the early afternoon.
La Farge Library to offer appraisal event CONTRIBUTED Lawton Memorial Library in La Farge will present an antiques-and-collectibles appraisal event featuring author and antiques expert Mark F. Moran of Iola, WI, from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, February 9, at the La Farge Community Center, 202 N. State St. Formerly senior editor of Antiques and Collectibles Books for Krause Publications in Iola, WI, he also has been a contributing editor for Antique Trader magazine. He has served as editor of Antique Review East magazine; as producer of “Atlantique City,” an antique show held in Atlantic City, N.J.; and as editorial director of F+W Media’s Antiques Group. He is the author or co-author of more than 25 books on antiques and collectibles, including three editions of the 800-page annual Warman’s Antiques & Collectibles. Moran bought and sold antiques for more than 30 years, specializing in vintage folk art, Americana, and fine art. He has been active as an appraiser of antiques and fine art for more than 20 years and is a guest expert on the PBS series “Antiques Roadshow.” Categories of objects for appraisal may include the following: Fine art,
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including paintings, drawings, prints, and statuary. Furniture (usually smaller pieces are best). Ceramics, including figural pottery, vases, dishes, kitchenware, and stoneware. Glassware, including lighting, marbles, and souvenir items. Vintage photographs, including snapshots, tintypes, ambrotypes, and daguerreotypes. Advertising, including posters, lithographed tin, paper, and figural objects. Folk art, including carvings, quilts, weathervanes, windmill weights, and “outsider” art. Assorted toys, including dolls (bisque, composition and plastic), windups, and mechanical banks. Metalware, including iron, bronze, brass, pot metal, silver and silver plate. Clocks, including mantel, hanging, and figural. Costume jewelry, including brooches, bracelets, and earrings. These items are excluded: all weapons, including swords and knives (though folding knives with advertising are accepted); coins and paper money; Beanie Babies; and fine jewelry, including precious gems. Questions about objects not covered here can be submitted to Moran in advance to determine if they are appropriate. Suggested categories for advance inquiry include, but are not limited to,
Oriental, Native American and other tribal objects (such as African or Oceanic); ancient artifacts (Egyptian and other early cultures); fossils and minerals; books; automotive items; nautical and military-related objects; sports memorabilia (including baseball cards); records; antique tools and technological objects (typewriters, cameras, assorted machinery or instruments for scientific measure, like sextants, telescopes, microscopes, etc.). Opinions of value are informal and may not be used for insurance or charitable donations, which require a certified appraisal. Pre-registration is required and can be done by calling or visiting Lawton Memorial Library (625-2015). The cost of an appraisal is $15 per item, paid in advance of the event (a portion of each fee will benefit the Lawton Memorial Library Expansion Fund). For more information, contact Mark F. Moran Appraisals of Antiques & Fine Art, N7326 Maple Ridge Trail, Iola, WI 54945. He also may be reached at (715) 2 8 1 - 5 0 6 0 o r moranm1953@gmail.com.Moran’s website is at http://mark-moran.blogspot.com/, and he can be found on Faebook at http://facebook.com/Markfmoran.
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Sam Rowe (both ’09); Team B: Christopher Schmidt, Mickolas Crowder, Jordan Solchenberger, Thomas Ellis, Ryan Polk (all ’07), Stewart Thompson, Dillion Becker (both ’10); Team C: Seth Schultz (’95), Josh Baker (’00), Kyle Laack (’02), Jeff Nelson, Danny Sullivan, Matt Preston (all ’04), Tyler Robinson (’11); Team D: Mitch Miller, Jon Field (both ’92), Brandon Gehri (’98), David Benish, Matt Lindsey (both ’01), Dylan Husom, Ryan McCracken (both ’12); Team E: Rob Roth (’91), Jeff Raese, Eddiie Decot, Jeff Wafle (all ’03), Palmer Schroeder, Chris Goodenough (both ’13); Legends: Don Urban (’62), Chuck Schultz, Larry Solchenberger (’66), Bruce Schroeder (’80), Barry Beier (’73), Rod Sonnenberg (’75), Rick Field (’87), Kelly Neilson (’95).
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WONEWOC SCHOOL DISTRICT The Wonewoc-Union Center School District will hold a School Board Spring Primary Election on February 18, 2014 for two at large School board members. Please be aware of the following changes for polling places for both the absentee ballot and primary election. The Village of Wonewoc, Village of Union Center, Townships of Summit, and Wonewoc, Juneau County; Townships of La Valle and Woodland, Sauk County; polling places, which are located wholly or partially within the Wonewoc and Union Center School District, will be open. Please be advised in pursuant to Wisconsin Statues 120.06 (9) that the Township of Lindina in Juneau County will vote at the Summit Town Hall and the Township of Ironton in Sauk County will vote at the Woodland Town Hall and the Township of Westford in Richland County will vote at the Woodland Town Hall. Qualified electors will be asked to vote for two candidates for the Wonewoc and Union Center School Board. The top 4 vote getters from this election will be on the School Board Spring Election on April 1, 2014. The names of the candidates will appear on the Spring Primary ballot in the following order: John Benish Tonia Schumann Sandy Rogers (Incumbent) Shannon K. Miller Johnna Baldwin Merry Preston (Incumbent) Publish: January 30, 2013 WNAXLP
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I would like to thank everyone who helped with the auction last week on a very cold January day. I would like to also thank Police Chief Julie Ott for the road closure responsibility. All your efforts were very much appreciated. -Allan Gehri, Possum LLC
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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 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 HILLSBORO: 2 or 3 bedrooms available now. Rent based on 30% of income. Private entry, storage, on site laundry. Call TODAY 608-489-3258. Equal Housing Opportunity b25tf WONEWOC: 1 bedroom apartment for rent. Ground floor w/ rear deck and front porch. Includes stove, refrigerator, and storage area. Non-smoking and no pets. Call 608-464-5515. b25-2
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CROP LAND FOR RENT: The City of Mauston is accepting sealed bids for the rent of City owned crop land; multiple parcels totaling 35 acres in the West Industrial Park and one parcel of 22 acres near the City lagoons. Interested parties may bid on any number of the parcels available. Some restrictions apply: one parcel of 15.6 acres must be a hay crop. Bidders are welcome to submit either a single-year bid or a multi-year package. The City will review all bids submitted and award in the best interest of the City. Specific parcel information and bidding forms are available at Mauston City Hall 303 Mansion St. Mauston, WI 53948, or www.mauston.com Submit bids in a sealed envelope marked “Land Rent Bid”. Bids are due at Mauston City Hall no later than 4:30pm, Tuesday, February 18, 2014. Mauston City Hall 303 Mansion St. Mauston, WI 53948. Info/questions: 608-847-4070 option 4 or rnelson@mauston.com b25-3
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THE MESSENGER OF JUNEAU COUNTY
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 Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Richard Stechauner Case No.14PR6 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE An application for informal adminstration was filed. The decedent, with date of birth June 17, 1952 and date of death December 25, 2013, was domiciled in Juneau County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 758 Jordan Road, Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. All interested persons
waived notice. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedents estate is April 30, 2014. A claim may be filed at the Juneau County Courthouse, 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin, Room 2300. /s/Diane Mortensen Probate Registrar Dated: January 16, 2014 Roels Keidatz Fronsee & Danen LLP Julie Fink Fronzee State Bar No. 01020238 P.O. Box 5065 De Pere, WI 54115 920-336-4242 Publish: January 30, 2014 February 6, 13, 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
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT, DANE COUNTY, WISCONSIN BRANCH 8 MANSION HILL PROPERTIES, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. Defendant. JASMINE WILLIAMS 302 – 2ND MAIN STREET ELROY, WISCONSIN 53929, CASE NO 14-CV-94 CASE CODE: 30301 AMENDED SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION TO: Jasmine Williams You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. Within 40 days after the date of the first publication hereof, you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is Clerk of Court, Room 1000, Dane County Courthouse, 215 South Hamilton Street, Madison, WI 53703, and to Koritzinsky & Karls, LLC, 414
D'Onofrio Drive, Suite 300, Madison, WI 53719. You may have an attorney help or represent you. If you do not demand a copy of the complaint within 40 days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property. Dated this 23rd day of January, 2014. /s/Jay D. Koritzinsky Attorney for Plaintiff State Bar No. 01005928 Koritzinsky & Karls, LLC 414 D'Onofrio Drive, Suite 300 Madison, WI 53719 608-833-7799 Publish: January 30, 2014 February 6, 13, 2014 WNAXLP
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICLLC,a Delaware ING, Limited Liability Company; Plaintiff, vs. Defendants. SUSAN M. BLASCO and JOHN DOE, unknown spouse of Susan M. Blasco; and CASTLE ROCK ESTATES OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.; Case No. 13-CV-164 Code No. 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage Dollar Amount Greater Than $5,000.00 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on November 20, 2013, in the amount of $37,183.99, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 25, 2014, at 10:05 o’clock a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold
“as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. PLACE: Lobby of the Juneau County Justice Center, located at 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin DESCRIPTION: Lot 280, Castle Rock Estates, Town of Germantown, Juneau County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: N8288 Poplar Lane, Town of Germantown. TAX KEY NO.: 290-122-110 /s/Brent Oleson Sheriff of Juneau County, WI O’DESS AND ASSOCIATES, S.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 1414 Underwood Avenue, Suite 403 Wauwatosa, WI 53213 (414) 727-1591 O’Dess and Associates, S.C., is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a Chapter 7 Discharge in Bankruptcy, this correspondence should not be construed as an attempt to collect a debt. Publish: January 30, 2014 February 6, 13, 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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VILLAGE OF WONEWOC NOTICE TO RESIDENTS OF THE VILLAGE OF WONEWOC There will be a regular meeting of the Wonewoc Village Board at the Wonewoc Village Hall in the Village of Wonewoc at 7:00 p.m. 12-18-13 Minutes Roll Call: Brian Thompson, Nick Baldwin, Randall Norling, Sherry Lankey, Brian Byington, Scott Jennings, Kevin Jennings Bills and Vouchers: Motion to approve by S. Jennings, 2nd by Byington – passed unanimously Minutes of Previous Regular Meeting: Motion to approve by Norling, 2nd by Baldwin – passed unanimously 1. Motion to transfer $50K to an asset CD from the Bank of Wonewoc, for Roads & Streets equipment replacement fund by S. Jennings, 2nd by Lankey – passed unanimously 2. Motion to transfer $16K to an asset CD from the Bank of Wonewoc, for the 2015 Village Tax Re-Assessment as required by the State of Wisconsin by Baldwin, 2nd by S. Jennings – passed unanimously. 3. Motion to approve the appointment of the following village residents as Election Inspectors by Lankey, 2nd by Thompson – passed unanimously. Chief Inspector: Kathy Jennings Back-Up Chief Inspector: Polly Benish. Inspectors: Dorothy Doyle, Wanda Field, Donna Lindsley, Linda Wildenradt, Virginia Thompson, Veronica Hellpap, John Jurkowski and Lisa Roehling. 4. Motion to hire Johnson Block and Company, Inc for compilation of the Village Financial Funds by Norling, 2nd by Byington – passed unanimously 5. Motion to transfer the year revenue balance of the Court Fines/Penalties and Parking Fines to an Asset CD from the Bank of Wonewoc for the Police Equipment Replacement fund by S. Jennings, 2nd by Thompson – passed unanimously. 6. Motion to purchase security camera system for the Village Hall and authorized S. Jennings to spend up to $6,000 for this system. – passed unanimously. 7. Motion to adjourn at 7:34pm by Baldwin, 2nd by S. Jennings – passed unanimously. /s/Lee C. Kucher Lee C. Kucher Administration/Clerk-Treasurer Publish: January 30, 2014 WNAXLP
ROYALL SCHOOL DISTRICT Royall School District Board Meeting Royall Intermediate School December 23, 2013 IN ATTENDANCE: BOARD: Present: McKittrick, Preuss, Friedl, and Palamaruk,. ADMINISTRATION: Gruen, and Lankey. VISITORS: Two community members attended the meeting. A list is on file in the official minutes’ book. 1. CALL TO ORDER, AGENDA VERIFICATION, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm, McKittrick presiding. It was declared an open meeting. Motion by Friedl/Palamaruk to verify the agenda as presented. Motion approved 4-0. 2. CONSENT AGENDA: a. Approval of Minutes from the November 25, 2013 meeting. Approval of Receipts and Vouchers: Motion by Preuss/Friedl to approve the minutes from the November 25, 2013 regular meeting and to approve payment of vouchers and manual checks: #54990-#55068 totaling $344,175.89. Motion approved 4-0. 3. CELEBRATE ROYALL: No report 4. COMMUNICATION: Communication is an open invitation to district residents to express an opinion to the Board of Education on items that relate to the District. Specific personnel matters cannot be brought before the Board. The Board reserves the right to set a time limit. 5. BUSINESS a. Personnel-Wellness Program Director/After School Activity Coordinator position Discussion only regarding sustaining the position and program once the PEP grant is completed next December. b. Tech Ed/Shop Improvements Motion by Preuss/Palamaruk to move this project forward with a ceiling of $106,000. Motion approved 4-0. c. Italy Trip-Mr. Trodahl Trip has been postponed. 6. REPORTS: Reports were made. 7. ADJOURNMENT. Motion by Frield/Preuss to adjourn at 7:44. Motion approved 4-0. Respectfully Submitted, Melanie Benson Recording Secretary Publish: January 30, 2014 WNAXLP
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February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month teens will be emotionally, verbally, physically, or sexually abused by a dating partner. Even if this never happens to the teen in your life, it’s likely they’ll know someone in an abusive relationship. You can help educate teens by sharing examples of healthy and unhealthy relationships in your own life, in television, movies, or songs. Share your values around dating and hear what they think. Some aspects of healthy relationships that Hope House shares during presentations to teens, include respect yourself and your partner, treat each other as equals, show trust rather than jealousy, resolve conflicts with open communication and not violence, allow for personal space, and respect each other’s boundaries. Help teens identify people they could talk to if they felt
It’s never too early to talk to teens about healthy relationships and dating violence. Starting conversations – even if you don’t think a teen is dating – is one of the most important steps you can take to help prevent dating violence. February 4 has been designated It’s Time To Talk Day, an annual awareness day that is encouraging everyone – especially parents and teens – to start talking about what it means to have a healthy relationship. You can check out their website for tips on starting the conversation: www.itstimetotalkday.org. To get educated on dating violence, I highly recommend the National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline website: www.loveisrespect.org – check it out on your own and explore it with a teen. According to their site, about 1 in 3
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unsafe in their relationship or if they were concerned about a friend. Hope House is a great option for adults and teens in Juneau County as we provide free services to people affected by abusive relationships, including a 24-hour helpline 1-800584-6790, supportive counseling, safety planning, legal help, support groups, shelter, and community education. Please feel free to call us if you have questions or would like additional resources. Our website also has a list of ways to raise awareness this February for National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month: www.HopeHouseSCW.org. Jess Kaehny, Community Education Coordinator, Hope House
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Yup it’s still cold. Yup it’s still winter. We do live in Wisconsin and this is Wisconsin weather so get used to it. If you hate it that much, move. Except no matter where you move to there’s something going on. So we stay put and deal with it, right? Pretty much, yea. There are a few things we can do to take our mind off the cold. We can think of something that makes our blood boil, something that’s almost unbelievable. Like what, you may ask? Well, I just heard on the news that if you don’t have your ticket for the Super Bowl yet you may have to pay upwards of $4,000.00 for it if you can find one. And then you have to park your car when you get there and that will cost from $300 to $900 depending on what level parking you want. Plus if you’re not a resident you need a hotel for the evening and I didn’t even listen to how much that would cost, but I bet it won’t be around $69 a night! Heaven help you if you also want to eat something. This all got me to wondering if I really am in touch with reality. I mean I can’t even imagine spending that kind of money for a game. While I do approve of people supporting their team etc., I can’t believe people would really, truly spend that kind of money. Especially when they could watch the darn thing from the comfort of their home on television. The bathroom is closer there too and you don’t have to pay to park your car. Plus the refrigerator is within reach. So yea, stuff like this can make my blood get warmer. Of course it could also be because I’m not in touch with reality and other people don’t think too much of doing stuff like this. I guess I’ve lived out in the “boondocks” too long or something. Just seeing the traffic on TV in those big cities is enough to make me cringe. I may have a bit of sticking-my-head-in-the-sand syndrome. Or it may be because I’m so darn tight with how I spend my money. So what other way could we temper out thoughts about the cold weather? Well, we could sit back and think of how wonderful spring and summer are. Imagine it - sleeping with your bedroom window open. Hearing the sound of peeper frogs or whip-poor-wills
calling to each other. Smelling lilacs and lily of the valley and even mock orange. Watching as fireflies scoot around with their tiny flashlights searching for who knows what. Yes these are wonderful thoughts. They can almost make us forget the cold weather we are experiencing. (Notice I said almost) So even if these thoughts don’t totally take away the cold weather blahs, it can surely help for a little while. It can actually bring a smile to my face as I think about these things. I know there is better weather coming. I know we will survive this miserable cold. I’m trying my best to put my best face forward and not grumble about it - but sometimes it just seems like it’s taking forever to warm up this year. The older I get the longer the cold seems to linger. But spring will come and it will get better. Then soon it will turn to summer and I’ll probably be tempted to complain about how hot I am. That doesn’t sound possible right now, but when it gets hot, who knows? Years ago I said I’d rather have the cold than the hot because you can always put on enough clothes to stay warm but you can’t take off enough to stay cool. Plus the fact that the normal me doesn’t like it when I get over heated. I get grumpy. Well more grumpy than usual. It doesn’t take that much to make me grump I guess, cause here I am grumping about the cold. I’ve really got to do better in the future or you will think that’s all I do complain. Well, we’re coming up to Ray’s one year anniversary. Actually it was by the time you read this but not by the time I write this. I can’t write about how things went, because at this point I really don’t know. But on the 29th, which is the anniversary of his accident, you can be sure I’ll be keeping an eye on him and will report back to all of you next time. Until then I’ll leave you with this NOnonsense thought: I am thankful for the place I have to come home to at the end of a hectic day. 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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PROPANE, from page 1 Mueller has been an outspoken business owner granting interviews last week and this week with a Richland Center radio station WRCO. In those interviews he has cautioned consumers to not panic, stating they should just take what they need in the moment and that during adverse conditions the market goes fast, but it will come back down. Sentiments he echoed on our phone interview with him on Tuesday. Who is in control? Attempting to locate just who is in control of wholesale prices and who owns what has been a difficult task as it appears to be a maze where companies are interconnected and/or owned by the same parties. In order to ascertain answers we contacted Alliance Energy Services in Kansas City, Missouri. Alliance Energy Services website proclaims them to be "partners in propane planning and propane procurement." Their mission statement is: "to advise our clients in the areas of supply procurement and price-risk management in order to provide consistent profitability and peace of mind." We left a message for their regional manager, Kevin Harless, questioning who owns the pipelines and terminals in Wisconsin. We also phoned their marketing representative Ton Shoeck, asking the same question. He directed us to their "media" person stating that he would have them call us back as that is who would be able to answer our questions. A while later their media person did phone, however, when we asked them the basic questions on who owns the pipelines and terminals supplying Wisconsin with propane, we were told that we would need to speak to the manager of the company, however, he was unavailable at a propane conference in Minnesota.
Still left with unanswered questions, we sought out other resources and did find out that distributors of propane get their supply from terminals in various points of the state and neighboring states. Much of the supply coming to Wisconsin comes by way of pipelines owned by various companies including Koch Pipeline Company, Cennex, and Alliance Energy Services. Those pipelines feed into terminals where the wholesale price is set and, according to our source, the main terminals supplying Wisconsin distributors are owned by Cennex, Ferrell North America, and Alliance Energy Services. Transportation Waiting to be filled at those terminals have been trucks whose wait-times have mounted due to a rationing system in place. To address this on January 3, 2014, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and the Department of Administration authorized a weight limit relief order for vehicles transporting energy in the state in order to increase the amount of propane carried in a single trip. At the request of Wisconsin and other Midwestern states, the U.S. Department of Transportation issued a Midwest regional declaration of emergency on January 19, 2014, extending state emergency declarations for purposes of exempting hours of service requirements for propane and fuel transporters. Assistance for those who qualify In 2013, nearly 11% of Wisconsin households receiving energy assistance had propane as their main fuel source for heating. In Juneau County that number was drastically higher with 42% of households receiving energy assistance using propane as their heating source.
Taking Refuge
An Outdoorsman’s Journal
BY STEVE NORLING I am not too sure as I sit here typing this column what I am going to say. With the frigid temperatures and snow there is not much going on at the refuge to write about. The snow would not be too bad and would probably bring out some skiers and snowshoers, but the frigid temperatures keep them home. I know that I do not like to go out and ski or snowshoe when it is below zero. There are probably many days that no one visits the refuge. The fire crew is busy writing proposals for controlled burns for the spring. These all must be approved by the district before they can be done. Most of the rest of the staff are also busy making plans for spring and catching up with other paperwork. Things are slow at Karner Korner as there are not a lot of visitors to the visitor center. There are still things that you can do on the refuge. You can drive the roads and take photographs. If you do drive the roads be careful as they are plowed but they are gravel roads and there is always a layer of snow on them. If you see a couple of the roads that are not plowed I would not go down them. There are things to see in driving the roads at this time of the year. There are deer, turkeys, wolves, fox, and possibly otters along some of the waterways. Photography can be a great way to spend a day. I use the vehicle and just shoot through the windows. You can get some great winter scenics at this time of the year, especially with more snow coming almost every other day. Most remaining hunting seasons are closing at the end of January. Ruffed grouse and squirrel both close as of January 31st. Cottontail rabbit stays open until February 28th. Snowshoe hare is also open but I am not sure there are any of them on the refuge. Fishing on Sprague and Goose Pools, Suk-Cerney Flowage, Harvey’s Pond, and all refuge water north of 4th St. West are currently open for ice fishing. So, weather permitting, there are still quite a few things to do on the refuge. Hopefully by Saturday, February 15th the weather will cooperate and we will have fairly warm weather and still have plenty of snow. That is when the next “Can You Capture It” focus on photography meeting and snowshoe habitat will take place. The focus on photography meeting will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. with the snowshoe habitat hike beginning at 10:00 a.m. and lasting for about an hour. The January event, as I wrote in last week’s column was a great success with everyone enjoying themselves. This included kids from about five years old to one old goat (me) who is on the upward side of seventy. So pencil that date in your date book now so you do not forget it. One thing that is going really good at the refuge is that a number of schools are visiting and Kara and Katie are both busy with them. This week when I was there a group of students from Royall High School was due to show up. It is great to see more and more of the schools in the area using the great resource we have here at the Necedah National Wildlife Refuge. Remember, the Friends annual meeting is January 31st at 11:00 a.m. I covered most of it last week and this is just a reminder in case you forgot. The meeting is open to the public so come on out. The weather will be getting warmer (at least I hope so) and many things will start happening at the refuge. This is Wisconsin and winter comes every year. Some winters are worse than others and this is one of them. All we can do now is to hope for an early spring so we can get out more and do more. Soon it will be time for bird watching, hiking, watching for the whooping cranes, turkey hunting, photographing flowers and other spring plants and animals, and just enjoying nature. Until then all we can do is try not to get cabin fever and go out on the warmer days and try to enjoy the winter also. Until next week, “See you at the refuge.”
Also in 2013 Juneau County residents needing energy assistance, 38% percent were households with elderly living in them and 42% had disabled persons living in them. Those numbers reflect only a sample of consumers in the county relying on propane to heat their homes. As part of Governor Walker's plan to address the State of Emergency the following was stated in a press release: The Department of Administration’s Division of Energy Services issued information to all of the local/partner contacts for WHEAP that outlines the benefits available to customers, including the availability of Crisis Benefit dollars to pay for lodging or temporary shelters. Wisconsin Emergency Management has contacted local emergency management directors to monitor warming sites and shelter availability. The Keep Wisconsin Warm Fund (KWWF) has agreed to temporarily allow an increase in their income limit for propane households from 60% of State Median Income (SMI) to 80% SMI, and will allow propane households to potentially receive an increased maximum benefit of $600 and has temporarily adjusted their policy to allow propane households the ability to potentially receive two benefit payments in a year. Call toll-free 1-866-HEATWIS (432-8947) for information about where you can purchase propane in your area, or to apply for assistance towards your propane heating bill. You can also visit www.homeenergyplus.wi.gov about where to apply for heating assistance through the WHEAP program. These benefits are available through May 15, 2014.
The Ice/ Feast or Famine BY MARK WALTERS Hello friends, This week I gave myself a sink or swim, feast or famine challenge. I put myself on the ice for a Sunday thru a Monday. I did not bring a tent, nor did I bring food (other than dog food for Fire) water, lights, or a cook stove. In other words, I was on the ice for 36-hours, if I was not man enough to catch a fish I was not going to eat. If I could not handle sleeping without a tent I would not sleep. If I could not melt snow, I would not drink. My challenge took place on backwaters of the Mississippi River near Trempealeau. For luxuries, I had my Polaris “Sportsman” 500 for the 2-mile journey. For cutting through the ice I had the best auger in the world, which is the Jiffy “Pro 4” which runs on propane and is an incredible machine. Sunday, January 19th High 31, low 26 I found this spot back in the mid 90’s by pulling an Otter Sled loaded with gear as did both of my dogs at the time (Star and Pearl). I would walk 500-yards, drill a hole with a hand auger, realize that I did not have deep enough water and then go another 500-yards. Just before dark I found water, set out tip ups, and caught a 32inch northern pike. I made camp and have lived at least 70 nights of my life here since that first experience. Today, I was very excited as I have caught some big kahunas here and I wanted to see if I was up to my personal challenge. After setting out three tip ups, I began the job of collecting firewood, which can be quite a challenge as I did not have a saw and most downed trees have their branches attached, are buried by snow or are too big. After I had enough wood, I took my machete and cut an entire Otter Sled load of wild rice stalks, which I would use for a mattress and as kindling when starting my fire. Meanwhile my 6-foot, 160-pound/no body fat body was starting to say send me some food. What happens is that I start to get the shakes, a bit of blurred vision, and as soon as I put something in my stomach everything is fine. By 3:00 p.m. I was starting to realize something, that I already knew, and that there was a very good chance that the fish would not be hungry. In January there is very little oxygen in the water (especially this January) and fish survive by shutting down their metabolisms. By 5:00 I had two minnow tips and then I actually had a monster from the deep trip a flag, pull out about 20 feet of line and drop my minnow. Just before dark, I was very hungry, told myself I would go to my sleeping bag as soon as it was dark out to conserve energy if I did not catch anything, and then a flag went up telling me that just maybe dinner was on the other end. When I reached the tip up the gator was running and I knew that at least I was going to have a chance at dinner. After a solid fight I had two chances at pulling my supper out of the hole and both times it slithered back down below the ice. I kind of told myself to pull my head out of my u know what and on the 3rd try a beautiful 26-inch northern pike was flopping on the ice. I already had a fire going and within minutes I had filleted my catch, y boned it and had it cooking over a campfire. I also melted snow in a pan, which tasted terrible, as I believe there must have been too many meals cooked in it over the years. I drank water because I had to, but had to pinch my
nose with every sip so I could not taste it. The northern pike provided so much meat that I felt like a glutten and then I had a brainstorm and that was I would sleep inside of my Otter Sled. It is six-feet long and was mighty comfy, especially with my pup Fire lying beside me. The next day I fished for 7-hours and did not catch a fish. I was so hungry that I stopped to eat in LaCrosse and then again in Tomah an hour later. I really enjoyed this challenge and think I should do more in the future and could also go the hunting route. The next time someone you know thinks it’s a ton of work to get off their recliner to get the remote that is 5-feet away and the real work out is going into the kitchen to get a bag of chips, read this story and realize that here in America we have it made. Challenge yourself! Sunset
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Juneau County dogs have a secret angel BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD Recently the Juneau County Dog Shelter in New Lisbon issued pleas for help - they were in dire need of blankets to help provide a cushion and warmth to dogs in their care. Those pleas were issued via social media and spread like wildfire throughout the community. Is was not long before blankets and other items were making their way to the shelter, some of which came from locations outside of Juneau County and as far away as Appleton and Minneapolis, Minnesota. On Saturday, January 25th, the shelter announced via their Facebook page the following statement: "We have been so very blessed by not only the people that help this shelter function...but also those who have never even been to our shelter. People never cease to amaze me! This is another THANK YOU...to all of you! Our dogs have some very special angels...some even that are even a secret to us!" It was just two days later, on Monday, that the shelter found out just how special some of those donations would be when a company who makes raised dog beds contacted the shelter to inform them that soon Kuranda
Beds would be on their way to the shelter and that they came by way of a secret angel who wishes to remain anonymous. A Kuranda Bed is raised orthopedic support off-the-floor comfort and are chew proof dog beds. They come in different sizes and colors and range in price from $50 and up depending on the size of the dog and the materials used in the bed’s support system. The shelter is grateful for all of the support it has received and invites everyone to keep up to date with announcements, including dogs available for adoption, by liking and sharing their Facebook page which can easily be found by searching on Facebook for Juneau County Dog Shelter. If you would like to support the shelter, they are currently in need of dry dog food, laundry soap, dryer sheets, cleaning supplies, dog treats and toys, and soon liquid flea and tick prevention. For their office and to maintain operations, they are in need of printer paper. The Juneau County Dog Shelter is located at 201 Allen Road in New Lisbon but due to it being located at a private residence, they ask that you phone first to make an appointment. You can reach them at (608) 5475105.
These are the Kuranda beds that were donated to the shelter. This dog is not for adoption at the shelter.
This male neutered beagle is available for adoption at the Juneau County Animal Shelter.
This hound mix is also in need of a forever home.
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