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Elroy man sentenced for assault BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD
LEARNING SAFETY
Officer Andy Zobell from the Mauston Police Department recently visited the Mauston Head Start Center. He talked with the children about safety on their bikes, in the car and street safety. He guided the children on how to “stop, look and listen” as they safely crossed the street. The children also had the opportunity to sit in the back seat of the police car. Head Start is a free educational program for children birth to 5 years of age whose parents meet income requirements. Currently, there are 17 students enrolled in the morning class and 15 enrolled in the afternoon class at the Mauston Center. Lou Ann Van Doren is the Teacher/Center Director of the classroom program which serves children 3, 4, and 5 years old.
Copper stolen at Necedah business Several hundred pounds of copper were stolen from a recycling business north of Necedah. Deputies investigating called local salvage yards, but have had no reports of similar copper sales. Juneau County officials reported that last week someone had entered the Necedah Metals building on 18th street and cut a padlock off of a safe. There was no cash in the safe, but two handcarts were missing that were used to move two barrels of copper that weighed a total of 200 pounds. After authorities had left the location the owner later reported that he located two handcarts and two empty barrels east of Highway 80 on the side of the road. Anyone with information on this case can report to county authorities at 608-847-5649.
Camp Douglas Notice to Boil Water Until Further Notice, customers of the Camp Douglas Water System are advised to boil all water used for drinking, cooking, or washing eating utensils. A well pump failure at approx. 7:15 p.m., September 23rd resulted in a loss of pressure in the distribution system and the boil water notice is a precautionary measure to be taken until samples can confirm the water is again safe to use. All water used for human consumption taken from the Camp Douglas Water System should be boiled at a roiling boil for at least ONE minute before use. You should boil or use commercially bottled water for drinking, food preparation, or making ice. Ice, food and any beverages prepared without boiled water since the pressure loss should be discarded. This “BOIL WATER NOTICE” is in effect until further notice. If you have any questions, please contact the Village Clerk’s office at 4273355, or the Public Works office at 427-3255.
On Monday morning, as a result of a plea agreement, a former Elroy man, Vincent A. Casares, was sentenced to six months in Juneau County Court on a fourth degree sexual assault which was charged in 2012. At the time of sentencing Casares, 22 years old, was incarnated in the New Lisbon Correctional Facility for prior burglary convictions in Juneau and Sauk counties. The most recent sentence imposed will be served consecutive to his prior convictions and sentencing. At Monday's sentencing two additional 2012 sexual assaults cases against Casares were dismissed but read into the record for the purpose of sentencing. In all three sexual assault cases against Casares the victims were minor females. According to the criminal complaint in one of the 2012 cases an eight year old female reported to authorities that Casares had inappropriately touched her while she was using a computer. The incident was alleged to have occurred in May 2012 in Elroy. He was originally charged with first degree sexual assault of a child under the age of 13. In the other two cases he was alleged to have assaulted a 13 year old girl in 2011 and a 15 year old in 2010. In both cases he was originally charged with second degree sexual assault. However, charges were amended and he was convicted on fourth degree sexual assault for the 2010 incident. Fourth degree sexual assault is a misdemeanor. Casares was represented in court by defense attorney Daniel Berkos. Assistant Juneau County District Attorney Clifford Burdon represented the State of Wisconsin.
Vincent Casares
Skiff plea hearing postponed BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD On Tuesday afternoon in court 21 year old Ryan G. Skiff appeared in custody for a plea hearing. Skiff is facing numerous felony and misdemeanor charges in cases that were filed earlier this year over the summer months. Some of those charges include repeated sexual assault of a child, and burglary while arming self with a dangerous weapon. Juneau County Assistant District Attorney Clifford Burden appeared for the State of Wisconsin and requested that Judge Paul Curran adjourn the matter for rescheduling. Burden explained that Skiff's attorney, Elizabeth Mitchel, was still in the process of attaining information for the defense, and that the state also required additional time in reaching a possible agreement. Judge Curran noted that the charges had just been filed over the summer months and agreed to reschedule the plea hearing for January 14, 2014 and a pre-trial conference is scheduled for December 3rd. According to criminal complaints, on May 28, 2013, Deputy Jay Greeno of the Juneau County Sheriff's Department took a complaint from a Camp Douglas resident on a burglary at his residence. The complaint alleged a .22 caliber rifle and a laptop were stolen from inside the residence. The complaint went on to state that on June 3 Deputy Greeno became aware that Skiff had been arrested in Camp Douglas for attempting to enter a residence and that on May 27 Skiff was known to be in the Camp Douglas area asking local residents for money. Skiff is alleged to have admitted to burglarizing the residence and taking the rifle and laptop. He further claimed at the time of the crime he had been high on mushrooms and "needed money for smokes." Skiff then provided law enforcement with information on where the rifle and laptop could be found. In another case, the criminal complaint states that on
Ryan Skiff is currently in the custody of the Juneau County Sheriff’s Department on a $10,000 cash bond. December 21, 2012 Detective Goerhing met with a 15 year old female who reported multiple occurrences of sexual contact the minor had with Skiff who would have been 20 years old at the time they occurred. Skiff is currently in the custody of the Juneau County Sheriff's Department where he has been placed on a $10,000 cash bond.
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Obituaries ROY E. HANSON
Roy E. Hanson, age 97, of Necedah passed away peacefully at Fair View Nursing Home in Mauston, WI. He was the son of Edward and Thea (Lecy) Hanson of Necedah Town Wisconsin. Very early in childhood Roy lost his father and three older brothers, Charles, Alvin and Richard. He went to live with his Aunt Alma Lecy and Uncle Christopher Lecy in Arkdale, Wisconsin where he attended elementary school. As a teenager he attended Necedah High School 1929-1933. During that time the old high school burned down. Students attended classes in the basement of the bank and other buildings around town while the new high school was built. Roy’s class of 1933 was one of the first classes to graduate from the new school. After high school Roy worked at a lumber mill in Minnesota cutting and processing railroad ties. After that he got a job at NEPCO and was closer to home. He worked in the nursery division growing trees to reforest areas cut down for pulp. One summer NEPCO contracted a job from the Federal government cutting fire lanes through the Refuge. It was a hot and dirty job. In October of 1941 Roy married Rebecca Porter also of Necedah. Three months later he was inducted into the U.S. Army to fight in the South Pacific. He saw action in New Guinea and the Philippines. Roy was discharged in November of 1945. Again jobs were hard to find with so many military people returning from war. Becky was living with two sisters in Oak Park, IL and working for the telephone company. Roy joined her and found a job at AT&T’s Hawthorne plant in Cicero, IL. He worked there for 33 years and helped expedite the revolutionary switching stations across the country. Two children Susan and David were born in Oak Park. Roy returned to live in Necedah in the mid 1990’s. He loved driving around seeing the old sites and visiting with friends and family. A stroke in 2010 resulted in Roy moving into an apartment at Oak Grove which is the same building he graduated from in 1933 when it was the Necedah High School. Another stroke necessitated Roy’s move to Fair View in Mauston. He responded well to the warm and caring administrations of the staff and participated in many of the events and outings they provided. Those preceding him in death, in addition to his parents and three older brothers, are his beloved wife Rebecca, his sister Agnes, and brothers, Harold and Maurice. Roy leaves behind his son David (Cheryl) and daughter Susan (Thomas) Jacobs and numerous nieces and nephews and grand nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 25, 2013, 10:30 a.m. at the Torkelson Necedah Family Funeral Home. Pastor Mike Nielsen officiated. Burial with full military honors followed in the Zion Cemetery, Town of Armenia. Family and friends were invited for visitation Tuesday, September 24, 2013, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Torkelson Necedah Family Funeral Home. Online condolences are available at www.torkelsonfuneralhome.com.
Free ‘Weight Loss’, ‘Smoking Cessation’ and ‘Stress & Tension Relief’ Hypnosis Seminar Coming Soon Leslie Reynolds CH., in conjunction with the non-profit organization Health Awareness Clinics will be conducting a free to the public hypnosis seminar. The free seminar (a $5.00 donation is appreciated) will be at 7:30 pm on Thursday October 17, at the Spring Brook Resort located at 242 Lake Shore Dr. in Mauston. Anyone 16 and over is welcome to attend. There is no pre-registration, just arrive 30 minutes early and sign in. For more information on hypnosis and hypnotherapy please visit HealthAwarenssClinics.org. According to the Surgeon General Dr. Satcher and the Centers for Disease Control an estimated 400,000 Americans die every year from illnesses directly caused or worsened by being overweight. Approximately 65% of all adults are overweight or obese, as are nearly 17% of our children. These rates have steadily risen over the past decade and continue to rise. According to a recent report from CNN this weight problem is not confined to just the United States, other countries through out the world are reporting a significant increase in their population’s weight as well. According to the USA Today (October 4, 2003) scientists are reporting how obesity leads to shorter life spans. Overweight people who are non-smokers lose 3 years of their lives, obese people who are non-smokers lose 7 years of their lives, and obese people who are smokers lose 13.5 years of their lives. Both the Surgeon General and the Centers for Disease Control agree that smoking is blamed for 435,000 deaths a year. That’s over 800,000 American’s that die every year from preventable deaths. The Washington Post published (June 2004) a report that smoking cuts your life span by 10 years. The good news is that it is possible for many to get those years back by stopping smoking and/or losing weight. Hypnosis has been recognized by the American Medical Association since 1958. In fact the AMA now recommends and endorses hypnosis. Leslie Reynolds, C.H. one of America’s leading Hypnotherapists states, “aside from being completely safe, hypnosis is the easiest and most effective way to stop smoking and lose weight”. Hypnosis is a mental process, not a physical process. Don’t look for something you can feel or touch. It’s very similar to a meditative state. A hypnotist goes from talking to a subject’s conscious mind, which makes up approximately 12% of his/her brain, to their subconscious mind which makes up the remaining 88%. This process is also called by passing their critical faculty. Breathing, blinking your heart beating is all covered by your autonomic system, your subconscious mind, that’s the main reason hypnosis has such an incredibly high rate. Hypnosis works with your subconscious mind. By doing this it takes will power out of the equation.”
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Dawn Elizabeth Horning passed away on Sunday September 22, 2013 following complications of a brain aneurism. Dawn was 59 years young and was born in Flushing, MI. She is survived by her husband of 32 years Bruce Horning and her two sons Dan Miko and Paul Horning (Crystal) and Grandson Paul Jr. She is also survived by her father George Bowman, sister Kim Bowman and brother George Bowman. She was preceded in death by her mother Nancy Bowman and her beloved dog Maynard. Dawn cared deeply about those in her life and worked in the community as a member of Kwik Trip for 15 years. Thank you to those who came into her life and who helped her family in their time of need. There will be a private memorial in her honor celebrating her life. “Dawn will be missed but she will live on in each of us as we are better people because of her."
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Necedah Cross Country BY MARK HORBINSKI On Saturday, the Necedah cross country team participated in the Brookwood Invitational. This is a difficult meet for us as the course is extremely hilly, something we can't replicate very well in our training environment. Overall, the boys team
finished in 4th place and had two medalists - Trey Horbinski in 2nd and Tripp Horbinski in 4th. On the girls side, Kristin Darnell was our top finisher in 20th place. Next up, we travel to Wautoma on Tuesday followed by a trip to Reedsburg on Saturday.
Camp Douglas Hunters Night Out Camp Douglas Lodge No. 272 will host their 12th annual Hunters Night fundraising event Monday, September 30, at 5:30 p.m., at Target Bluff German Haus Restaurant in Camp Douglas. Proceeds will be
used in support of the Lodge’s ongoing commitment to the local community, particularly in funding scholarships and equipment and supplies grants for local area schools. Hunters Night is a night of
fun and fellowship for hunters and their friends. Tickets are $60.00 per person, which includes a Prime Rib Dinner and participation in assorted drawings and raffles on guns and other prizes, as well as door
prizes. For more information, or to purchase tickets, contact Leo Clark, Secretary/ Treasurer, at 608-372-5110.
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St. Patrick’s Catholic Church PCCW is hosting a
Spaghetti Dinner
Date: Sunday, October 6, 2013 Serving Time: 10:00 – 1:30 Place: St. Patrick’s Church Hall *Carry-outs will be available.
Elroy Public Library news BY MARY WAARVIK LIBRARIAN September is nearly gone, and here comes October with all of its autumn activities. But before September leaves, our Mystery Book Group will be talking about the whodunit called “Dead As a Scone.” If you think it involves baking as well as murder, you might be right? Want to chow down on some fun reading? Join the group. Monday, Sept. 30 at 6. Then we begin October with a flourish. On Thursday, Oct. 3 ladies are invited to visit our area libraries’ booth (and
many, many other booths) at the Women’s Night Out. We’ll see you at the Mauston High School at 5 p.m. Pre-School Story Time will begin the next day – Friday, Oct. 4 @ 10 a.m. Let your children develop their love of reading and enjoyment of the library. Books, rhymes, games, laughing… On Tuesday, Oct. 10 the Tuesday morning book group will meet to talk about “Let the Great World Spin”. Group members, please try to bring some recommendations for next year’s reading list. Thank you.
New patient portals coming to Mile Bluff BY KATHY BEHNKE Mile Bluff is taking the next step with its electronic health records initiatives by launching its patient portals. What is a patient portal? Mile Bluff’s patient portals provide you with secure, confidential, online access to your health information. At your convenience, you can view laboratory and X-ray results, medication allergies, billing information and more. You will also be able to request some appointments and medical records. Where does the information in the portal come from? All of the information comes from Mile Bluff’s electronic health records. This ensures that you have access to the most accurate, up-to-date information possible. Why does Mile Bluff have multiple portals? In order to provide you with as much access to your health information as possible, two portals are needed for the two separate computer systems used within the Mile Bluff organization. The NextGen portal connects you to information from your clinics visits; the Meditech portal provides you with details about outpatient services and hospital stays. How do I sign up? Getting started is easy. Simply ask a receptionist for an accounts request form, fill the form out completely and then return it to a receptionist at Mile Bluff. Once your request is processed, you will be contacted through email to complete the enrollment process for each portal. What information do you need from me to get started? News Release You will be required to provide your name, date of birth, e-mail address, mailing address and phone number. All portal communication is done online, so an email address is required.
Do I have to sign up twice? No. For your convenience, one form can be used to request an account for both of Mile Bluff’s patient portals; however, if you only need access to one, you have the option to indicate your preference on the request form. If at first you only sign up for one portal, you have the option to be added to the other portal at any time by filling out an additional accounts request form. When can I sign up? Accounts request forms will be made available soon, and both portals will be up and running sometime in September. How long does it take to process the accounts request form? You can generally expect to receive initial contact for each portal within a week of turning in your form. However, please note if you sign up before the portals are open to the public, you may wait longer than a week. No one will be contacted until after the portals are made accessible sometime in September. What can I do through the NextGen/clinic portal? • View and request clinic appointments • Ask questions about clinic bills • Request and view electronic clinic medical records What can I do in the Meditech/hospital and outpatient services portal? • Pre-register for hospital/outpatient visits/appointments • Update personal information • Review your results • View and request appointments What if I need medical advice? The portals are meant to make your medical information more accessible for you. They are not meant to solicit medical advice or to replace
your visit to see your healthcare provider. If you have questions about your health or medications, make an appointment to see your primary care provider to discuss your concerns. How do I know which portal to use? Once your accounts are set up, you will receive e-mail notifications when there is activity, such as new test results, messages or appointments. By following the instructions you receive in the e-mail alerts, you will be directed to the proper portal. You can also access both portals through milebluff.com. Not all features are available in both portals, so if you can’t find what you’re looking for on one, it may be available through the other. Please note that future enhancements may be made. Can I use the same password for both portals? Yes you can – if that is what you want to do, and you choose a password that fits the requirements for both portals. However, you will still have two accounts and will need to access them separately. Who else will see my portal account? Your accounts can only be accessed using your password(s). Just as with anything that is password-protected, your patient portal is your personal account, only accessible to you and whoever you give your account information to. If you wish to keep yours private, be sure to protect your login information. Can I view my kids’ or spouse’s accounts? There are some circumstances when more than one person is granted access to an account. Some restrictions and expiration dates may apply for each of the portals. How do I get more information?
Mile Bluff’s patient portals help empower you to take a more active role in your healthcare. Watch milebluff.com and your healthcare provider’s office for details that will be available soon.
End of Summer
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Saturday, Sept. 28th
Music, Free Beer, Beer Pong or Beer Bong, Wet T-shirt contest, Win a Lap Dance, Lots of fun for all!
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Class of 1953 donates to Relay for Life BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD Last Saturday afternoon Don "Pinkie" Fiene choked up as he handed a donation check to Juneau County Relay for Life representative Kathy Marose. The $400 donation was raised by the Mauston High School Class of 1953 and the reason Fiene was emotional had a lot to do with the fact the he, himself, had just completed treatments from battling a diagnosis of lung cancer. "I want to know that $400 is going to help find a cure," Fiene said. Fiene went on to state that his class, the Mauston Class
of 1953, all have at one point in their lives, been touched by cancer - whether they have battled it themselves or loved someone who had or who passed away from it after a long hard fought battle. For Fiene, his bout with lung cancer came nearly three decades after quitting smoking, and resulted in losing part of his lungs. The donation was presented at the Class of 1953's 60th class reunion, an event that was held at the Woodside Ranch Convention Center. "The money came from proceeds leftover from the money raised for the reunion, and donating it to
Relay for Life just seemed the right thing to do since so many of us have been touched by cancer," said Ginni Hustad - class reunion organizer. Present at the reunion were nearly 30 of the 77 who graduated in from Mauston High School in 1953. The former graduates, along with their spouse or other guest, enjoyed an afternoon down memory lane complete with viewing a memory video created by Hustad. After viewing the video they dined and then danced to live music provided by “Smooth Groove”.
Don "Pinky" Fiene presented Kathy Marose with the Juneau County Relay for Life with a $400 donation from the Mauston Class of 1953.
The class of 1953: Don Fiene, Sue Claire (Vedner) Seeber, Mike O’Brien, Rose (Landuyt) Morris, Lila (Bennett) Goetzke, Bonnie (Nate) Dietmeier, Molly (Jurkowski) Pudelko, Margaret (Zinke)( Pearsall, Bob Peckham, Judy (Eberlein) Ziemann, Don Robbins, Lorretta (Pfaff) Christian, Dennis Kolba, Larry Post, Virginia (Story) Hustad, Harriet (Beck) Christopherson, Al Demaske, Shirley (Neve) Graebner, Richard Reynolds, Shirley (Lankford) Witt, Bob Franke, Mary Ann (Frank) Peterson, & Marian (Primus) Katz. Attended reunion but not shown on the photograph, are: Merle (Grim) Hess, Jim McGowan, Willard Walter, Ann (Ekern) Wilson, John Cook & Margaret (Donovan) Marchetti.
Memorial to be erected for George Braund CONTRIBUTED George Braund never left the hearts and minds of many different people, not only in our community but also communities around the country, but now a physical statue of George will ensure that his presence will continue to inspire people for at least 100 plus years. The 6 foot granite statue of George will rest on a square 4 foot concrete pedestal that will house 64-12”x12”x2” sponsored granite tiles. A 4’x4’ sidewalk will consist of 908”x4”x2” sponsored pavers that will lead to the statue and granite description plaque from the existing concrete sidewalk. Three sponsored benches will circle the statue for viewing comfort. Riverside Park in Mauston became the favorite site choice for many people consid-
ering exposure to locals and non locals of all age groups and for future placement security. We are all proud of George and his many achievements and want to share them with the world and plant that seed in future generations. George was considered by all to be the Mauston Golden Eagles #1 fan but was also considered by many others to be the communities #1 fan. He never once forgot any of us, let’s not forget him! We are projecting and optimistic that an early summer 2014 Statue Dedication can be a reality. To purchase bricks or tiles, or to donate, contact Dennis Nielsen at 608-547-2697. Or to donate send to George Braund Memorial; Bank of Mauston; 503 State Street; Mauston.
Hatch Happenings Locked in the library-what happens at the library when all of the lights are off and the doors are locked? Now you can find out! Kids in 5th-9th grade (12-15 years old) are invited to our special Halloween Lock In. Kids are locked in from 7 p.m. on Friday, October 25 until 7 a.m. on Saturday, October 26th. Come in costume and have the chance to win a prize. There will be a scavenger hunt, food, games, crafts, karaoke, and so much more! If you love magic and scary stories then you are sure to enjoy the Magic of Isaiah program at 9 p.m. Registration begins Monday, September 23 and ends at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, October 23rd. You MUST be registered to attend and NO late registrations will be accepted after the deadline.
Lillian and Elaine Reavis are enjoying making "bread in a bag" during Toddler Time at the Hatch Public Library. In October all of our regular children’s programs will begin along with a new Game Night. Legos @ the Library will be from 3:30-4:30 p.m. the first Thursday of each month and is for all school age kids. Each month features a new theme and all Legos are provided. The second Wednesday of each month is our new Gaming Night. Join us from
4-6 p.m. for Xbox 360 games such as Burnout Paradise and Project Gotham Racing. On the third Thursday of each month will be our Arts After School Program from 3:30-4:30 p.m. for kids ages 9-15 years old. Be sure to mark your calendars for October 17th when Mary Morgan will be doing “chalk stenciling” with the kids. Come check it out at the library!
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Kids Club coming to Bank of Mauston The Bank of Mauston is proud to announce that it will soon offer a savings account designed with its youngest customers in mind – The Bank of Mauston’s Kids’ Club Savings Account. All children who have one of these special accounts opened for them will receive a free bank, a welcome packet with goodies, invites to member only events and more! But before the club can officially begin, the bank needs the help of area children! There is a fun, cute dog who knows the importance of saving money, and he/she has agreed to be the club mascot. But, his/her keepers at the bank cannot decide on a name for him/her. So, representatives from The Bank of Mauston are asking area children to help the organization chose a name. Kids are encouraged to cast their votes before October 25 by visiting bankofmauston.com, calling 608-847-6200 or stopping by any of the bank’s six convenient locations and get an entry form/ballot. The name that receives the most votes will be the mascot’s new name. In addition, each child who participates in the naming process will be entered for the chance to win the very first Kids’ Club Savings Account from The Bank of Mauston complete with a complementary $25 deposit. For more information, please contact Amanda Emery at aemery@bankofmauston.com or 608-847-6200, or visit bankofmauston.com.
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ChalleNGe Academy cadets lend a hand to CWNAS Thirty cadets from the ChalleNGe Academy at Fort McCoy arrived by bus on September 14 to help the Carl W. Nelson Animal Shelter (CWNAS) with several projects at the shelter located near Mauston. The cadets painted, washed walls and windows, cleaned floors, and helped with outside cleanup.
The ChalleNGe Academy is located at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin and offers at-risk teenagers the opportunity to develop strength, character, and life skills necessary to respectful, responsible citizens. There are eight core components of the Wisconsin ChalleNGe Academy. Cadets must successfully complete all eight
components to graduate from the Academy. The core components are designed to educate and produce youth that will become productive members of the community upon graduation. The eight core components are academic excellence, life coping skills, job skills, health and hygiene, responsible citizenship, service to the community, leadership/followership, and physical fitness. Rosemary Aney, who coordinated the effort, said that the cadets were a tremendous help to the shelter. “They were so energetic and wanted to help in any way they could. They spent the entire day here, and we accomplished many things that would have taken us much longer to do without their help. We plan to have the cadets back again in the near future.” For more information about the CWNAS building project go to www.carlnelson.org.
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ROYALL HOMECOMING The Royall
High School Marching Band led the parade on the right foot Thursday evening for the annual parade route.
CLASS FLOATS displayed their own creation on how the football team would defeat the Necedah Cardinals.
GRAND MARSHAL Joe Vitcenda was the Grand Marshal for Thursday’s parade. Vitcenda has been coaching at the district for over 40 years, and is still counting the seasons. One memorable season was in 1998 when his baseball team competed in the Division 3 State Tournament. Not only has he been vital to coaching during all seasons, but has coached many generations of athletes. Pictured are Joe, his wife Marie, and their grandchildren.
PLENTY OF FANS Children’s Cottage Child Care Center threw out plenty of candy to the crowd, along with megaphones for fans to get extra loud for the Friday night football game.
KING AND QUEEN
Cara Masters and Jordan Baeseman were crowned 2013 Homecoming King and Queen at the end of skit night.
ELROY 4-H members got into the “Panther Pride” rooting for their favorite team and having a fun time waving to others along the route.
SKIT NIGHT The Junior class participants
had a tough time finishing out the chain race connecting with other participants and running around a chair mid-court.
SENIOR SKIT Landon Robertson gives the ball to Colton Johnson, dressed up as the popular Duck Dynasty character Si Robertson, performing in one of the senior skits as the Panthers took on the Cardinals.
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Ushering in a new era at the Elroy Theatre
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BY TASHA MUELLER The time has arrived for the Elroy Theatre, whether good or bad, to make the big switch from film to digital. Over the weekend, owner Kari Preuss offered a great opportunity to the community as the theatre prepares for the digital transformation to unfold. Vintage movie reels and taped-up posters touting coming attractions adorned the walls upstairs walking into the projector room where many were given the chance to see a film in use and projected onto the big screen. A donation of $1 per person was asked as Preuss and Bill Dedrick gave a historical tour of the upstairs. A continual showing of “The Butler” was shown during the weekend. Also available for donations were grilled hot dogs outside as classic tunes provided for an old-time escape into many unforgotten memories, as well as pop and popcorn for 50 cents each. All proceeds from this weekend are going towards the digital conversion. This Tuesday and Wednesday, the theatre is beginning the digital process of installation. During the tour, history lovers were able to learn more about the 1950s equipment, still used today, and how the 35 mm film started. Additionally, tours featured a look into a soundproof crying room, which is rarely seen by anyone. The room adorns a couch and another chair with a wide enough window to watch the movie from up above. The room was available for parents with children to use if their children were crying so the movie audience would be unable to hear them. The room is not in use today, but still has a running speaker from the 50s. The room could fit about two or three small families. Film reels were also shown to people as the film equipment will be placed elsewhere and the materials will be made into lasting memories. Hollywood studios have
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Owner, Kari Preuss, and Bill Dedrick explain how the film is loaded and shown on the projector as the equipment is still used from the 1950s. Tours were available to movie watchers as the Elroy Theatre showed a continuous showing of “The Butler.” Preuss and Dedrick gave a tour to Kathy and Dennis Adams of New Lisbon who saw the advertisement in The Messenger and wanted to see the projector room before the digital conversion. issued an ultimatum to theater owners across the country: go digital or go out of business. The studios do not want to pay at least $1,500 to $2,000 to produce 35 mm prints of all the new movies and spend even more to ship them to theaters and multiplexes across the country. Major studios are no longer going to send out any 35 mm prints of movies by year’s end, so local theaters must make the major capital investment of converting to digital or have nothing new to show. Films that have been saved at the Elroy Theatre will still be kept, but studios are converting their archives to the digital format and destroying the original 35 mm prints to save on warehousing costs. Digital projectors cost about $60,000 to $70,000, which is a whopping amount for a small neighborhood movie theater that sells a bag
of candy for $1. Website “Indiewire” estimates as many as 1,000 independent movie theaters nationwide may fade to black as a result of the forced conversion to digital projectors. No need to worry in Elroy, folks, as Preuss has been receiving donations throughout the last year and will be able to finance the project through Royal Bank. The cost to convert for the Elroy Theatre is roughly $75,000 without 3-D capabilities. Since owning the theatre in 2005, updates to the building have included a new roof, upgrades to the electrical system, replacing the theatre seats, repairs to the marquee sign, new carpet in the lobby area, and air conditioning. A new sound system was also installed, which will help in the digital conversion. Also with digital, Preuss will be able to get
The Elroy Theatre First DIGITAL Showing! Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2
(Lasting last weekend of Sept. & first weekend of Oct.)
Showtimes: Fri. - 7:30 • Sat. - 4:30 & 7:30 Sunday - 1:30 • Wednesday - 7:30
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newer released movies faster as more copies will be readily available. Once all of the equipment is installed, the Elroy Theatre will hopefully be up and running again on Friday, September 27. Check the theatre’s Facebook page for all current updates. And what movie will exactly be first shown as digital? It will be “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2”.
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New Lisbon Music Students headed to Europe BY BEV ROOD On June 27, 2014 five New Lisbon High School musicians, along with approximately 300 other musicians from the state of Wisconsin, will begin a “once-in-a-lifetime” adventure as they embark on a 16 day tour of Europe as a United States Ambassador of Music. During those 16 days they will share matchless adventures by visiting and performing in a variety of fascinating European cities and villages in seven fascinating countries. The cities and countries they will visit include, London, Paris, Switzerland, Lichtenstein, Austria, Germany, and Italy. By the end of the journey each one will be an official “WAMMER” a Wisconsin Ambassador of Music – joining the ranks of over 2,000 other musicians from Wisconsin who have taken this same journey over nine previous trips since 1996. Savanna Morris, Brittany Steele, Riley Nelson and Marisa Day will be members of the WAM Chorus under the direction of Ms. Amy Thiel of Oconto Falls. Kassie Woggon will be performing with the WAM band under the direction of Mr. Alex Sabo of Kenosha. Joining them on the trip will
be parent, Teresa Day and WAM Staff member and Soprano coach Bev Rood from New Lisbon. This will be Mrs. Rood’s eighth trip with the Ambassadors. Students are selected to participate in this program through a nomination process which begins about 1 ½ years before the trip. Staff members of the Wisconsin Ambassadors of Music meet and make arrangements for securing nominees for the next trip (the trips occur every two years). Band and Choir directors are contacted throughout the state of Wisconsin to nominate students whom they feel are qualified musicians (traits including musicianship, dependability, responsibility, etc.) Staff members then contact those nominated and invite them to a zone meeting where all the details of the trip, camp, and cost are explained. Students and parents will then make the final decision whether to engage in this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Applying for a passport, get-acquainted meetings, fundraising and making sure their luggage is “just the right size”, obtaining foreign currency and of course, practicing their music are all
on their agenda for the months prior to departure. The cost of the trip is well worth every penny that is used. Included in the final price for each participant is their plane fare, lodging, sightseeing, two meals per day, “WAM” fee for the three-day workshop prior to the trip, WAM jacket and tour book and finally bus transportation. All monies for the trip are paid for by each participant. This year’s members have already begun to raise funds and will be hoping to have the community’s support as they continue to raise funds for this outstanding experience. Participants on the trip also have the opportunity to earn three college credits by writing a reflection paper about the trip. One of the easiest “classes” they will ever take for credit. Since 2000 New Lisbon Schools have had 34 students and parents participate in the Wisconsin Ambassadors of Music program with each one returning with very special WAM moments! “It is definitely an AWESOME experience”, says staff member Bev Rood. “This will be my eighth trip with the Wisconsin
Ambassadors of Music performing the duties of the soprano section leader for the Choir. When I finished the trip the first time in 2000 I felt like a young child at Christmas and of course I really hoped that I had done my job well so that I would be asked to return for the next trip. When Mr. Sabo called in November that fall and asked me to go again I could hardly wait! Even though the trip is basically the same each time it is easy to see something you missed on the last tour, but the most fun is seeing it though the eyes of each of the new ‘WAMMERS’. Their reactions are ‘priceless!’ Each trip proves to support the statement that ‘Music is a UNIVERSAL Language’ and promotes goodwill throughout the world!” Many special thank you’s go to the people and businesses of our community who have supported our fundraising efforts over the past years. Special thanks to Mark Rudig who helped to begin their fundraising for the 2014 trip as he donated car wash tokens for the students to sell throughout the past summer. Be sure to watch for special fundraising events in the coming months as students embark on this
journey for next Summer 2014. On Saturday, September 28th Rudig-Jensen Ford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Dealership will help to kickoff New Lisbon’s Homecoming week with a “Drive For Your Kid” Day. Monies raised will go to support the New Lisbon Music Department and the New
Lisbon Booster Club. In addition, our Wisconsin Ambassadors of Music participants will continue their fundraising efforts during the event with concessions available. Enjoy Brats, Hot Dogs, Chips, Root Beer Floats, and Mrs. York’s Cookies while you wait for your test drive!
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Pictured above: Back Row (Left to Right) Tom Weiland, Randy Smart and Derek Nelson from Rudig Jensen Ford Chrysler Dodge. Front Row - Bobbi Southworth of Rudig Jensen Ford Chrysler Dodge, Choir Students: Brittany Steele, Riley Nelson, Kassie Woggon, Savannah Morris, and Marisa Day with New Lisbon Music Department teacher Bev Rood.
Adopt-A-Highway The Juneau County Highway Department is now accepting applications/Permits for Adopt-A-Highway Clean Up on County Roads. If your group or Organization is interested - Please contact Barb Cowan at the Public Works Department for information and applications. Contact Info: Adopt-A-Highway Attn: Barb Cowan 930 East State Street Mauston, WI 53948 608-847-5874
2013 SEASONAL FLU/PNEUMONIA CLINIC SCHEDULE Oct. 1 - (Tues) 9:00AM-10:00AM...... Mauston, Juneau County Health Dept. Oct. 2 - (Wed) 9:30AM-10:30AM.............................................Necedah Village Hall Oct. 3 - (Thurs) 12:30PM-1:00PM........................Camp Douglas Community Hall Oct. 4 - (Fri) 8:00AM-9:00AM................................. Wonewoc Village Hall Oct. 7 - (Mon) 12:30PM-1:00PM.................................Lyndon Station Village Hall Oct. 7 - (Mon) 3:00PM-4:00PM.........Elroy Family Medical Center - Community Room Oct. 9 - (Wed) 12:30PM-1:30PM.........................................New Lisbon City Hall If you are unable to attend these clinics, you may call 608-847-9373 for an appointment.
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Village Wide Garage Sale BY STEVE NORLING Friday and Saturday, September 20th and 21st were the dates for Necedah’s first ever village wide garage sale. This event was sponsored by the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority of Necedah. This was not only a garage sale, there were other events taking place. Friday was devoted entirely to garage sales, while on Saturday there were also fun events for the youngsters. First of all there were the frog races. Each youngster was given a real live frog. They held their frog in the center ring of a double circle. At the signal the frogs were all released and the first one to make it to the outer circle was the winning frog. There were actually no losers as all of the young-
Duck release
sters were winners and wound up with prizes. Next up was the duck race. Here, three decoys were placed in the Yellow River just below the dam and needed to float to the narrows. The three ducks were named Mickey, Matilda, and Marly. Each person got to choose one duck and the amount of time that it would take the duck to float the racecourse. With the low water, all three of the ducks got stuck on the rocks in the rapids. After a gentle shove to get them all loose at the same time the race continued. While Matilda was ahead at the beginning, she took off toward shore along with Marly. Mickey Duck was the only one to make it to the finish line making Lee Lear the winner. After waiting the required fifteen minutes the
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ducks that were stuck on shore were rated by how far they made it before becoming stuck. Matilda was the farthest with Tim Miha being the winner Carol Kubicek had the correct time on Marly. All in all it was a lot of fun both for the ducks and the spectators. Beginning at 3:00 p.m. the action moved to Lions Park. Here the Necedah Lions held their final chicken in the park barbecue. However, the big event at Lions Park was the Necedah “Punt, Pass and Kick” competition for the youngsters. These youngsters were competing for medals and the top two in each age bracket got a cash prize. While there were five age groups listed, there were only entrants in three of the groups. The winners in the 5 – 6 year old age group were: Michelin Hanson in first and Juren
One duck heads for the finish line and the rest are headed for the shore. STEVE NORLING PHOTO
Hanson in second. In the 9 – 10 age group it was Jesiah Hanson in first and Daniel Bunk in second. The 11 – 12 age group found Jaron Murphy in first and not other entrants. All in all it was a great bunch of youngsters and a great competition. The barbecue chicken was enjoyed by many. The whole event of the village wide rummage sale and events went over very well and the Beta Sigma Phi are hoping to make this an annual event. They are already looking at various other events for the youngsters and maybe even adults next year. They did a great job organizing and carrying out the event and should be congratulated.
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Necedah Volleyball games were nail biters against Bangor
BY STEVE NORLING Thursday evening, September 19th Bangor came to Necedah to play volleyball. These were two very evenly matched teams to start the evening. The first three games of the set were very close with the score going back and forth. The first game saw Bangor taking over right near the end and they wound up winning by a score of 25 – 23. The second game of the set was even closer. At the end Necedah scored the last two points to take the game 27 – 25. The third game was more of the same with Bangor finally taking the game 25 –22. The fourth game was not so good or as close. Bangor ran away with it, winning by a score of 25 – 14. This game Bangor the set three games to one. After watching several sets this season it seems to me that the main problem for Necedah is that the girls tire out too easily. They play some great volleyball the first three games and then in the fourth or fifth game they just seem to run out of steam. However, they all do their best and should be congratulated.
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Call for an appointment (608) 847-9373 OCTOBER WIC SCHEDULE 2013
Appointments Preferred, Walk-ins welcome For information contact WIC at (608) 847-9375
Oct. 1: Necedah Oct. 2: Adams Oct. 3: Mauston Oct. 7: Adams Oct. 8: Mauston Oct. 9: Grand Marsh Oct. 10: Lyndon Station
Oct. 11: Mauston Oct. 15: Adams Oct. 16: Mauston Oct. 17: New Lisbon Oct. 23: Elroy Oct. 24: Mauston Oct. 29: Adams
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DETOUR BAR AND GRILL
in New Lisbon is now officially open for business. This past weekend owners Nitosha and James Berndsen held a grand opening celebration complete with a volleyball tournament and food for all who attended. The day long event began at 11 a.m. and ran throughout the day into the evening finishing off with live entertainment. Detour will be utilizing the smoker grill that is on premises and pride themselves on serving quality food, fresh - not frozen. EVA MARIE WOYWOD PHOTO
DONATION Hofmeister Insurance Agency, Inc. raised $1,000.00 for Scenic Hills H.O.P.E. Inc., by selling suckers, and cancer bracelets. Steven G. Hofmeister presented the check to Rozanne Novy and Vicky Novy from Scenic Hills H.O.P.E. Inc.
Blood drive upcoming Throughout the year, Mile Bluff Medical Center hosts a number of community blood drives. The events are a partnership between the medical center and the Blood Center of Wisconsin - the sole supplier of blood products to Mile Bluff.
Join your friends, family, co-workers and neighbors, and do your part to help save lives by coming to the next blood drive at Mile Bluff. The event is scheduled for Monday, September 30 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There is currently an urgent
NEW LISBON AT 3-0
John Costello breaks to the right side of the line for a big gain during the second quarter of Friday's 37-6 win at Cashton. New Lisbon improves to 3-0 in league play with the win. NATE BEIER PHOTO
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need for blood donations. Each donation made at Mile Bluff could touch the lives of up to three people in the community. At this drive, you will have the option to make a whole blood donation (which is made up of red blood cells, platelets, plasma and white
blood cells), or you can give a dual red or platelet-only donation. While a whole blood donation will yield red blood cells and platelets, it would take two whole blood donations to equal the same amount of red blood cells that can be found in a single dual
red cell donation. It would take six units of whole blood to equal the same amount of platelets that are in a single platelet-only donation. You can help someone in need. Make a blood donation on September 30 during the drive at Mile Bluff Medical
Center in Mauston. To reserve your spot, call the Blood Center of Wisconsin at 1-888310-7555 to make an appointment.
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Tractor Attack BY EILEEN NALE On Saturday, September 21 the tractors came from far and wide to meet as a group of people at the Little Summit who enjoy everything about tractors. Several of them traveled over 100 miles on this crisp fall day to reunite in their love for the old, new, remodeled, and even some really souped up tractors. Actually one of the tractors was working that day as it had a wagon full of people that were huddles together and cold. The first words out of their mouth were, “Coffee – and keep it coming”. Art and Burny Scheel came from Granton which is over 110 miles away and they each drove their own tractor. Another cute story is of Gale and Nancy Getschman from Baraboo and their third party rider. They have a poodle that senses when they are going on a tractor ride and actually puts
its paws against the door and won’t let them out until he sees that his baby stroller and food dishes are being packed. While Gale drives his John Deere tractor, he is accompanied behind him in a trailer with Nancy (who is sitting in a fastened John Deere riding mower seat) and Bailey (who is seated comfortably in a stroller). They brought blankets and plastic to cover Bailey and he was really a happy camper. The trailer had an awning and even cup holders made from a metal can that were of course painted green, John Deere green that is. The meeting was called to order by Bob Fleming. The tractor drivers were very pleased with the way the traffic respected their hobby of taking their pride and joy tractor on the road for its last whirl before the snow flies. Gale and Nancy Getschman will host the next event which will be the 9th Annual Wisconsin Midstate Tractor Ride that
will be a two day ride, both days leaving out of Baraboo and returning to Baraboo. The evening of Saturday, June 7th will be spent in Baraboo. Some of the drivers will be able to sleep in the comfort of their own bed, the rest are welcome to camp in Gale and Nancy’s field or check in to one of the many lovely hotels in the area. This event is sponsored by the Wisconsin Midstate Antique Tractor Club and the tractors will travel 50 miles each day after they reach the Baraboo event location. If you are interested in attending this event you can contact: Gale Getschman (608) 963-9343, Nancy Getschman (608) 356-3579, E-mail: gngetschman@centurytel.net or Bob & Sandy Zweifel (608) 356-0825, E-mail: jdacres@tds.net
Nancy with Bailey, she must ride the tractor EILEEN NALE PHOTO
Bob Fleming of rural Reedsburg addresses the crowd EILEEN NALE PHOTO
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Lady Wolves upset Tigers perfect record BY TASHA MUELLER
The Lady Wolves volleyball team made an impact to the Hillsboro Tigers volleyball team on Thursday evening by giving the team their first loss of the 2013 season. Both teams continually battled for their points, while Wonewoc-Center edged ahead to the win in four games. W-C looked to keep pace with Hillsboro and Royall by staying at the top of the league standings. Things started off rocky for the Lady Tigers as the Wolves continually edged their way to a first game victory by three points, 25-22. Hillsboro was able to gain momentum in the
second match and rallied a big win with 25-10. The Wolves were able to come back strong with a 25-23 win in the third game. As Hillsboro lost Tasha Mitchell to an injury early in the second game, the Tigers were unable to set up enough kills to get ahead of the Wolves. During the fourth game, Wonewoc-Center started off strong with plenty of good serving and a few tough kills. Hillsboro answered back with the same, but were unable to come out ahead and lost 25-21. Hillsboro drops to a 5-1 league standing as WonewocCenter improves to 4-2, right behind Bangor and Royall.
Hillsboro will face the Lady Wolves a second time on October 3, as Wonewoc hosts a conference quad. Wonewoc matched up with the Necedah Cardinals last Tuesday to keep the Cardinals winless in three games. Wonewoc-Center travels to Necedah this Thursday to see if they can apprehend their winning streak. The Royall Panthers will also be looking towards a conference win against New Lisbon this Tuesday and will host Cashton this Thursday for the battle of top conference finisher.
Hillsboro’s Gabi Bjornsen put down a kill late in the third game and was able to step in for injured teammate Tasha Mitchell. Wonewoc-Center’s Carly Shore (3) responds to the winning point that gained them a fourth game victory over Hillsboro Thursday night. Hillsboro suffered their first loss of the season as the SBC title becomes tougher for all teams. TASHA MUELLER PHOTO
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Hillsboro Tigers Volleyball team
2013 Hillsboro Homecoming Court
Freshman - Allison Mitchell and Phillip Beyer; Sophomores - Breanna Beaver and Ben Mayberry; Juniors - Moa Jillefors and Warren Paulson; Seniors - Kelsy Skala and Brock Borchardt and Sami Levy and Grant Jefferies.
Hillsboro Tiger Volleyball team posed in front of the Hillsboro Fire Departments Truck with the statement, "Bring The Heat" They are shown with all different forms of fireman apparal . They are by their volleyball jersey number and not in order. The Hillsboro Volleyball Girls 2013 team are: #2 - Brittany Borchardt, #3 Lexi Mathis, #4 - Kelsey Skala, #5 - Abi Munson, #6 - Ashlynn Vesbach, #8 Macy Mislivecek, #9 - Kelsey Thorell, #10 - Gabrielle Bjornsen, #11 - Sami Levy, #12 - Riley Fisher, #14 - MacKenzie Sullivan, and #15 - Tasha Mitchell.
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Expanding Big Nickel to the Hillsboro community BY TASHA MUELLER Owner Philip Nicholson has always readily thought of an expansion for his business Big Nickel Bar and Grill. The time has been just right after moving into the former Dan and Nancy’s Bar and Grill in Hillsboro on May 1. By wanting to add an additional community space after the building became vacant for some time, Nicholson jumped on the offer to buy the building not only to expand his growing business, but also to offer more to the community. “We want to focus more on family,” said Nicholson. “(The Big Nickel) has a family atmosphere,” commented sister Connie Elizondo, who moved to the area just over a year ago with her three children to help with her brother’s business. The business is family owned and operated. The Big Nickel was formerly located further down on Water Avenue with no capabilities to expand the business. New business, Center Ice Sports Bar and Grill, has rented the former space after making some needed upgrades to the building, which Nicholson did not want to focus on. Once moving into the new location, paint had to adorn the walls with Phil’s favorite color, camoflogue. “It’s my favorite color. Since I wear it, it might as well be on the walls.” Colors of black, brown, and green are layered together to give the open space an “attraction to everybody,” said Elizondo. Nicholson also purchased new tables and chairs for the dining area, which seats 80, and plenty of bar stools so a group of friends can gather around catching up with one another, and even new kitchen equipment for an endless array of food varieties. Big Nickel had a successful Grand Opening over the weekend, which also included adding breakfast to the menu items that began on Friday. “It was a great weekend and everyone enjoyed themselves,” said Nicholson. What exactly does the Big Nickel offer to hungry patrons looking for new items to try? The Big Nickel Burger, of course! The burger is loaded high with bacon, onion rings, lettuce, tomatoes, and dill pickles on the side. Going along with the theme includes the Big Nickel pizza, with a wide array of toppings. Pizzas have been recently added to the menu with the choice to add your own toppings, or one of the signature selections. Salads, sides, and other sandwiches are also available, along with a daily lunch special that will fill you up for a low price. The Big Nickel Breakfast
would fill anyone’s hungry stomach with three eggs cooked your way, three sausage patties or links, three slices of bacon, three slices of toast, french toast or pancakes, and choice of breakfast potato. Also, the Big Nickel Skillet would be a great choice. The demand for more space has allowed Nicholson to offer more menu selections as a place for dining is now included. Future plans would be to offer a salad and hot bar, to expand on the side a beer garden, with space to include a charcoal chicken area to cook 500 chickens on Sundays, as well as handicap accessible restrooms. With the added dining area, the Big Nickel will be available to offer birthday parties, reunions, or any other gathering that can be thought of. On every Sunday, free pool is open to all ages if you need to get some practice in during the week. Upcoming events include a Halloween bash on Thursday, October 31 and Friday, November 1, with a costume contest offered, plenty of drink specials and great music. Most Friday nights also include a DJ if you’re looking to have a night out. For the upcoming opening deer season weekend, the Big Nickel will be open at
Phil is still looking to expand his employees and is continually looking to hire more bartenders, cooks, and wait staff. If you haven’t stopped in to see the new space, make sure you do, or call 608-4893900 to place an order. Hours are 6 a.m. everyday
for breakfast, until midnight on Monday through Wednesday, and Sunday, 2 a.m. on Thursday, and 2:30 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Like the business Facebook page for all current updates and what they’ll have for a daily lunch special!
Hartje Lumber, Inc. Philip Nicholson moved his business into the former Dan and Nancy’s Bar and Grill with his Big Nickel Bar and Grill, LLC business since May 1. His sister Connie Elizondo offer a family atmosphere into the expanded space that offers breakfast, lunch and dinner selections. Call 608-489-3900 to order, if you have any questions or make your next reservation. TASHA MUELLER PHOTO
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September 26, 2013
12 Percent increase on 2013-14 Wonewoc-Center mill rate BY TASHA MUELLER A 12 percent increase on the 2013-14 mill rate is projected for the Wonewoc-Center District as the Proposed Property Tax Levy was discussed during the Annual Budget Meeting held Monday night. The district fund balance will remain set at $1,562,648.82, as an increase occurred during the 2012-2013 unaudited balance from $1,307,909.93. A total general fund revenue is set at $5,136,476.00 and was broken down into groups of where the money goes within the district. Of the $5.1 million revenue, 98 percent of the amount comes from property taxes, mobile home admissions
and fees. General Aid receives 85 percent, Library Aid sees one percent, Sage receives seven percent, and Compute Aid and others gets seven percent. Federal is in the three percent range, with State funds coming in a 36 percent and Open Enrollments sees five percent. All within the General Fund, Instruction receives $2,275,311, Support-Services is at $1,982,560, and NonPrograms are at $878,605. The motion to approve the 2013 Tax Levy was set at: Levy Fund 10 - $2,816,111; Levy Fund 39 - $100,000; Levy Fund 80 - $14,000. The total of all fund levy was approved at $2,930,111.
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Additional approves include: the authorization of the school board to make temporary loans for current operation according to statutory requirements; authorization to dispose of school property no longer needed for school purposes; established salaries for school board members with the amount to set the same; authorization to reimburse board members for actual and necessary expenses incurred when traveling in the performance of their duties. The 2014 date of the Annual Meeting was approved for Monday, September 22 at 7 p.m.
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Notice to the Village of Wonewoc Water Utility Customers CONTRIBUTED The Wonewoc-Center 2013 Homecoming Court was recently voted on and tallied. The group gathered for a photo on the first day of homecoming week. Representatives include: Freshmen – Thom Ang and Ashley McHone, Sophomores – Megan Thompson and Lane Wohlrab, Juniors – Sara Benish and Austin Knock, Seniors – Anthony Crowder and Ashley Thompson, King - Jason Bell and Queen - Kalli Harris. The Homecoming dance will be this Saturday beginning at 8 p.m. with Grand March at 9 p.m.
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Page 16 STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY BENEFICIAL FINANCIAL I INC., successor by merger to Beneficial Wisconsin, Inc.; Plaintiff, vs. Defendants. MONTY A. FREE and BECKY L. FREE, husband and wife; and STATE OF WISCONSIN; Case No. 13-CV-42 Code No. 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage Dollar Amount Greater Than $5,000 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on April 5, 2013, in the amount of $187,505.12, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: October 8, 2013, at 10:00 o’clock a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or certified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encumbrances. 3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax.
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Plaintiff, vs. Defendants. LOUIS ZOULA, et al. Case No. 2012CV000290 Case Class Code: 30404 Mortgage Foreclosure Hon. John Roemer NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on 44-2013 in the amount of $161,116.31 the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: October 8, 2013 at 10:05 am TERMS: Pursuant to said judgment, 10% of the successful bid must be paid to the sheriff at the sale in certified funds, payable to the clerk of court (personal checks cannot and will not be accepted). The balance of the successful bid must be paid to the clerk of courts in cash, cashier's check or certified funds no later than ten days after the court's confirmation of the sale or else the 10% down payment is forfeited to the plaintiff. The property is sold 'as is' and subject to all liens and encumbrances. PLACE: In the lobby of the
THE MESSENGER OF JUNEAU COUNTY - NOTICES PLACE: Lobby of the Juneau County Justice Center, located at 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin DESCRIPTION: P a r c e l One (1) of CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP NO. 1912, recorded in Volume 7 of C.S.M. at page 97, being a part of the Northwest One-quarter (1/4) of the Northeast One-quarter (1/4) of Section Seven (7), in Township Fifteen (15) North, Range Three (3) East, in the Town of Lindina, Juneau County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: W8239 Suldal Road, Town of Lindina. TAX KEY NO.:290200260.1 /s/Brent Oleson Sheriff of Juneau CountyI 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: September 12, 19, 26, 2013 WNAXLP
Justice Center, 200 Oak Street, City of Mauston, County of Juneau, WI DESCRIPTION: That part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SW 1/4 SW 1/4) of Section 27, Township 14 North, Range 5 East, that lies South and West of C.T.H. "J", Town of Lyndon, Juneau County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: N525 County Road J, Lyndon Station, WI 53944 Dated September 12, 2013 /s/Brent Oleson Juneau County Sheriff Attorneys for Plaintiff Klatt, Odekirk, Augustine, Sayer, Treinen, Rastede, P.C. 1405 Silver Lake Rd, Suite 3 New Brighton, MN 55112 Telephone: 612.844.2530 Facsimile: 651.309.0362 Klatt, Odekirk, Augustine, Sayer, Treinen, Rastede, P.C. is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt. Publish: September 19, 26, 2013 October 3, 2013 WNAXLP
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That the Juneau County Board of Adjustment will meet at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday October 15, 2013, at the Juneau County Zoning Office located at 650 Prairie Street, Mauston, WI, to hear an after the fact application for a Variance request for a structure to be at a lesser setback than is required in the Juneau County Shoreland Zoning Ordinance. Applicants are Ronald Biederman, Anita Cacciatore owners. Property is located in Section 17, T17N, R4E, Town of Germantown, Juneau County, WI. Any interested parties are encouraged to attend. Any written comments may be sent to the Juneau County Zoning Department, 650 Prairie Street, Mauston, WI 53948. Publish: September 26, 2013 October 3, 2013 WNAXLP
THE JUNEAU COUNTY LANDFILL IS STILL OPEN to the general public as a DROP OFF SITE on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM and on Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Items that ARE still accepted are common household refuse, small construction debris, scrap metal, tires, refrigerators, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, computers, TV’s, microwaves, florescent bulbs, and recyclables such as glass, corrugated cardboard, aluminum cans, paper, magazines, plastics (1 thru 7) and tin cans. There are recycling areas for yard waste, used oil, and batteries at no charge. We DO NOT have accommodations for dump trucks or dump trailers. All items must be unloaded by hand near the scale house. If you have any questions, you may contact the Juneau County Landfill at 608-562-5233. Publish: September 19, 26, 2013 October 3, 2013 WNAXLP NOTICE FOR PROPOSALS The Juneau County Public Works Department is accepting quotes at the Juneau County Highway Office, located at 930 East State Street, Mauston, Wisconsin, 53948, until 3:30 pm October 7, 2013, for the supply of uniforms, rugs and some cleaning supplies. Quote spec sheets are available upon request. Quotes will be opened at the October 8, 2013 meeting of the Public Works Committee. The Juneau County Public Works Committee reserves the right to reject any or all quotes or accept any quotes which in their opinion is the most advantageous to Juneau County. For questions, call Jeff Hoile, Highway Office Manager at 608-847-5874. Publish: September 26, 2013 October 3, 2013 WNAXLP
THE JUNEAU COUNTY LAND, FORESTRY, PARKS AND ZONING COMMITTEE Is accepting price quotes for pumping the septic tanks, pumping and cleaning the pump chambers, pumping and cleaning pit toilets and cleaning the filters as follows: At Wilderness County Park: (2) 8000 gallon septic tanks at shower building (1) 2000 gallon pump tank at shower building (6) sets of pit toilets At Castle Rock County Park: (1) 1600 gallon combo tank at office (6)Sets of pit toilets In addition, the pit toilets at Kennedy Park (2 sets) and Bass Hollow Park (1 set). Price quotes must include pumping all tanks and pit toilets listed above. Interested businesses can send or deliver price quotes to the Land, Forestry and Parks Department, 650 Prairie Street, Mauston, WI 53948. A deadline of 4:30 p.m. on Friday , October 11, 2013 will be observed. All pumping must be completed by December 31, 2013. If you have any questions, please call (608) 847-9389. Publish: September 26, 2013 October 3, 2013 WNAXLP
CITY OF ELROY PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE CREATION OF TAX INCREMENTAL FINANCE DISTRICT NO. 6 CITY OF ELROY ELROY CITY HALL 225 MAIN STREET, ELROY, WI OCTOBER 10, 2013 AT 6:00 P.M. Public notice is hereby given that the Long Range Planning Commission of the City of Elroy will hold a public hearing on October 10, 2013 beginning at 6:00 P.M. at the Elroy City Hall, 225 Main Street, Elroy, Wisconsin. The purpose of the public hearing is to consider a proposal to create Tax Incremental Finance District (TID) No. 6 for the City of Elroy, and to discuss the proposed project plan and boundaries for TID No. 6, City of Elroy. A list of the proposed parcels to be included in TID No. 6 are as follows: 292210138 292210842.01 292210161 292210842.02 292210178 292210842.03 292210181 292210842.04 292210194 292210842.05 292210388 292210842.06 292210388.1 292210842.07 292210390.01 292210844.2 292210422.14 292210853 292210422.15 Maps showing the boundaries of the proposed TID No. 6 and the proposed project plan will be available upon request from the City Clerk, City of Elroy, 225 Main Street, Elroy, Wisconsin. The City of Elroy anticipates that cash grants may be offered to prospective developers. At the public hearing, interested parties will be given a reasonable opportunity to express their views on the proposed TID No. 6 and the proposed project plan. Mark Stanek, Mayor City of Elroy, Wisconsin Publish: September 26, 2013 October 3, 2013 WNAXLP
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WONEWOC-UNION CENTER SCHOOL Board of Education Meeting August 19, 2013 Wonewoc-Center Jr/Sr High School Rm 218 7:00 P.M. The meeting was called to order by the President Sandy Rogers at 7:00 p.m. Members present: Degner, Benson, Rogers, Wohlrab, Laack, Preston and Dieck. Motion by Preston, second by Benson, to approve the agenda. Motion carried. 7/0 Proper notice verification was given by District Administrator Dr. Steve Lozeau. Motion by Laack, second by Degner, to approve the minutes of: July 15 special, July 15 regular, July 15 closed, July 22 special. Motion carried. 7/0 Motion by Preston, second by Wohlrab, to approve vouchers in the amount of $390,235.03. Motion carried. 7/0 Motion by Preston, second by Wohlrab, to approve the treasurer’s report as read. Motion carried. 7/0 Public ForumDiscussion- Athletic Director Tory Needham reported on impact testing and updates on events. Principal Michelle Noll gave a staffing report. Curriculum Director Sharon Ennis reported on the common core standards readiness. Business Manager Linda Dallman gave an update Community Service, WASBO professional development and construction QZAB expenditures. Administrator Dr. Steve Lozeau reported on the district contributions toward the press box and board book training. Action: Motion by Degner, seconded by Benson, to approve the student handbook as presented. Motion carried. 7/0 Motion by Wohlrab, second by Laack, to approve the WEA insurance for the 2013-2014 school year. Motion carried. 7/0 Motion by Laack, second by Degner, to approve the $14,000 Community Service Fund 80 to continue the Summer Recreation Program. Motion carried. 7/0 Motion by Preston, Second by Laack, to approve the substitute pay from $85.00 to $95.00. Motion carried. 7/0 Motion by Preston, second by Wohlrab, to go into closed session at 8:45 p.m. Board polled unanimously. Motion by Preston, second by Degner, to go out of closed session at 10:16 p.m. Board polled unanimously. Motion by Degner, second by Laack, to approve Exhibit A for the winter and spring coaching assignments. Motion carried. 7/0 Motion by Wohlrab, second by Laack, to approve adding 26 days to the Curriculum Director contract. Motion carried. 7/0 Motion by Rogers, second by Laack, to adjourn at 10:17 p.m. Motion carried.7/0 Nancy Dieck, Clerk Special Board of Education Meeting August 26, 2013 Wonewoc-Center High School- Room #218, Business Education The meeting was called to order by President Sandy Rogers at 5:00 p.m. Members present: Rogers, Preston, Laack, Degner and Dieck. Motion by Preston, second by Laack, to approve the agenda. Motion carried. 5/0 Proper notice verification was given by District Administrator Dr. Steve Lozeau. Motion by Degner, second by Preston, to go into closed session at 5:00 p.m. Board polled unanimously. Motion by Laack , second by Preston, to go out of closed session at 5:15 p.m. Board polled unanimously. Motion by Preston, second by Laack, to approve the revised Director of Maintenance contract effective July 1, 2013. Motion carried. 5/0 Motion by Degner, second by Preston, to approve the Brown Bus Fuel Proposal as presented. Motion carried. 5/0 Motion by Laack, second by Degner, to adjourn at 5:16 p.m. Motion carried. 5/0 Nancy Dieck, Clerk Publish: September 26, 2013 WNAXLP
*NOTIFICATION* The Messenger of Juneau County, LLC the legal newspaper for Juneau County, will NOT be publishing an edition the week of November 28th in honor of the Thanksgiving holiday. We will publish, as usual, a November 21st edition and a December 5th edition. Those sending legal notices that need to be published before Nov. 28th need to send them no later than Monday, Nov. 18th to be assured publication. If you have any questions please feel free to call our office and speak to Dianna Anderson at 608-462-4902
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Burnstad family donates to Carl W. Nelson debt. “Another $40,000.00 would give us what we need to open the doors”, Dalla Valle said. Kim Connors, who is the co-chair of the CWNAS Capital Campaign Committee, said “We are so grateful for this donation from the Burnstad Family Foundation. It will certainly help us reach our goal sooner. The Burnsatd Foundation has been long-time supporters of CWNAS, and I think the community is fortunate to have such a caring foundation”.
CONTRIBUTED The Donald J. Burnstad Family Foundation has donated $10,000.00 to the Carl W. Nelson Animal Shelter’s (CWNAS) capital campaign. Cindy Bolton, who is the daughter of Donald Burnstad, said “My sister and I are donating this money in honor of our father who always loved animals. He was always proud to say that one of his wedding presents was a cocker spaniel! Dad would be very happy to know that Juneau County will soon have a place where homeless dogs and cats will be well cared for. We hope others in the community will step up to support this project too.” In 2012, CWNAS purchased a 4500 square foot building near Mauston to use as an animal shelter. At this time CWNAS is in the process of converting the building into a shelter. According to John Dalla Valle, CWNAS board member, the mason walls and stud walls are complete, dry walling is completed, windows have been installed, and HVAC, plumbing, and electrical are almost complete. Dalla Valle also said that the suspended ceiling has been installed, most of the interior painting has been completed and some of the flooring is also complete. Projects that still need to be completed before the shelter can open include installing out-
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Lorrie Otto Seeds for Education Grant Program The Wild Ones Lorrie Otto Seeds for Education Program provides funding to support community efforts to establish or maintain natural areas, and work with local schools, scout groups, churches, libraries and other not-forprofit organizations in creating butterfly gardens, rainwater gardens, or other outdoor learning projects using native plants. This year we are pleased to again partner with Monarch Watch's Bring Back the Monarchs Program. This partnership allows us to increase the amount of award to be given to grant recipients so they can register their garden or habitat as a waystation. Established by Wild Ones® Natural Landscapers Ltd in 1996, the Seeds for Education Program (SFE) was created to provide a forward-looking program that would encourage young people to learn about and use native plants in their schools and neighborhoods. The program is named in honor of Lorrie Otto who was a teacher, naturalist,
activist and inspiration to thousands. To be considered for a year 2014 award, not-for-profit organizations must apply by October 15, 2013. See the Wild Ones website http://www.wildones.org/seeds-foreducation/sfe/ to apply. Recipients of year 2014 awards will be chosen by the Program judges, a volunteer panel of educators and naturalists. Awards will be announced in February 2014. In addition to monetary awards, seeds and/or plants may be donated to winners by SFE Nursery Partners - selected native plant nurseries and propagators. Local Wild Ones chapters are also available to offer assistance in such ways as networking, education, seed exchange, volunteers, etc. http://www.wildones.org/connect/chapt ers/ Every school needs a nature trail and every person -- adult or young -- needs a bit of wilderness if wonder, reverence and awe are to be cultivated. -William
O. Douglas, former Justice of the Supreme Court The Lorrie Otto Seeds for Education Fund was established consisting of an endowment and an annual grant program. Interest from the endowment will eventually be used to increase grant funds available to SFE Grant applicants. In the meantime, the SFE Grant Program relies solely on donations from Wild Ones members and friends. Donations to the Lorrie Otto Seeds for Education Fund can be sent to Wild Ones, PO Box 1274, Appleton, WI 54912. Mark your check clearly for the "SFE Fund." All donations are tax deductible. If you are a native plant nursery or propagator and wish to become a SFE Partner, please contact the SFE Director through the Wild Ones office at 1-877-394-9453 or via e-mail at sfeapplication@wildones.org
Hunters will again be able to have adult deer tested for CWD State wildlife officials will again be testing white-tail deer shot by hunters this fall for chronic wasting disease in a continuing effort to monitor the status and spread of the disease in Wisconsin. The Department of Natural Resources will be testing deer from within and outside of the CWD management zone in south central and southeastern Wisconsin. The sampling strategies are aimed at detecting changes in the location and trends in prevalence of the disease. The plan focuses surveillance on adult deer – which are most likely to have the disease -- along the outer fringe of the CWD management zone. Click to view large map of CWD Management Zone “The testing is provided as a service to hunters but it is also an important tool for monitoring the disease,” said Tim Marien, a DNR wildlife health biologist. Samples will be taken from adult deer shot in an established monitoring area that include parts of Dane, Iowa, Rock and Walworth counties areas, and within an 84 square-mile area that encompasses Devil’s Lake State Park. “Sampling deer from these areas where there has been long-term monitoring of disease patterns is important to understanding the dynamics of this disease,” Marien said. Biologists will also solicit voluntary sampling from
deer shot within the CWD management zone in Grant, Iowa, Lafayette, Green, and western Rock counties. Outside of the CWD management zone, sampling will be focused around where a deer tested positive for the disease in Washburn County in northwestern Wisconsin and around where deer tested positive for CWD in Juneau, Adams, Portage, and Waukesha counties. The Deer Trustee Report completed last year noted that assessing the extent and distribution is a critical first step in dealing with the disease and should be accomplished as soon as possible. In addition, testing will continue this year in the areas of Jackson and Sawyer counties that are being considered for potential elk range expansion. “This is the second year of sampling in this area, where so far we have not detected the disease,” Marien said. The department will accept deer from anywhere within the CWD-MZ at hunters’ request but will not solicit samples from fawns or areas that do not provide data for surveillance. “We will also continue to test deer from outside the CWD-MZ that are brought by hunters to sampling stations.” Marien said All sampling stations are currently open or will be open by mid-October. People can find sampling stations by searching the DNR website for key-
word “CWD,” and then clicking on the link for “registration and sampling.” Hunters should call stations in advance to verify hours of operation. Samples will also be collected from select taxidermists in Vernon, Crawford, and Dodge counties. These taxidermists will sample older bucks which have the highest prevalence of CWD in the wild. DNR staff will also solicit voluntary samples from adult deer the weekend of Nov. 23-24 in these counties. A map of the 2013 Sampling Plan is available on the DNR website.
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Learn to “Be Heart Smart” with tenants of Terrace Heights The public is invited to join the tenants of Terrace Heights Retirement Community on Monday, September 30 at 2 pm as Sue Fabian, registered nurse at Mile Bluff Medical Center, teaches everyone how they can “Be Heart Smart.” Sue will discuss the various risk factors someone may have for heart disease. She will also explain how a person can take control of their health in order to prevent heart complications in the future. Seats are limited for this event; don’t miss out! Call Shari today at 608-847-2377 to reserve a spot. Ask about a tour of the facility as well – apartments are now available.
CITY OF ELROY NOTICE TO BIDDERS The City of Elroy (pop. 1416) is currently accepting bids for weekly collections of residential and commercial refuse and recyclables for the 2014 calendar year. Bid information is available at the Elroy City Hall, 225 Main Street, Elroy, WI 53929. Sealed bids are due October 8, 2013 at 2:30 p.m. Interested parties may call Mark at (608)462-2400 or stop in for more information. Sealed bids are due October 8, 2013, by 2:30 p.m. at the Elroy City Hall, 225 Main Street, Elroy, WI 53929. Please indicate Sanitation Bid on the outside of sealed envelope. Publish: September 26, 2013 WNAXLP
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That on October 28, 2013, a Sale will be held at Smith II Marine, to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the State of Illinois against such articles for labor, services, skill, or material expended upon a storage furnished for such articles at the request of the following designated persons, unless such articles are redeemed within thirty (30) days of publication of this notice. Mike Poe
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THE MESSENGER OF JUNEAU COUNTY
Bill’s Corner BY BILL SMITH
air conditioned University Hospital for the full day. I was sure to remind Julee of that as she indicated the amount of afternoon heat she had endured driving across Madison to get me. After the final consultation of the day, it was back to Julee's for a quick sandwich and hugs from the grandkids, and then on to Elroy. We quickly put things together for my trip back home, but there was one item we forgot--my jacket, which hung in Julee's closet on the beastly-hot day and early evening. I didn't realize it had been forgotten until a day or two later, when the weather took a decided turn toward fall. All I could find to replace it was an old jacket that was purchased during a trip to New Orleans before the Katrina floods there. The zipper had failed, and it showed signs of wear, but it did ward off the breezes that told me the season was changing. One of these days Julee will get back up up here for one reason or another and bring my jacket. I'll just have to see how wintry it gets before then. (Since then I have found a more suitable piece of cool-weather outerwear.)
A couple of Sundays ago the phone rang in the middle of the afternoon. "This is Julee. I'll be up to get you in an hour or so." I had completely forgotten that University Hospital had scheduled a full day of tests for me the Monday of that week. My daughter hadn't, however. She had me stay overnight at her place so I would be ready for the 8 a.m. laboratory "blood-letting" that was to start the day. While she drove up the Interstate to get me, I quickly put together toiletries and a few other items and was ready for the trip by the time she got here. One of my instructions for the blood tests was no liquid or food after 4 a.m. Monday. I was awake at about 3:45, and fixed a cup of coffee that I consumed in time to obey the edict. Then I was back to sleep for a couple of hours. The day of tests went fairly fast, and I gathered from what was said during the last doctor visit of the day that everything had gone well and they were pleased with the results. You may remember that that Monday was the last beastlyhot day of the summer. The tests enabled me to stay inside the
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When, and if, you think about it you realize humans are really weird beings. I sometimes wonder if any of us are ever satisfied. 10 9 11 Well, I guess we all are at some time or another, but I’m talking about general satis13 faction. When we are young we wish we were older. Then when we get older we wish we 17 were younger. When we’re in school we wish we were out and when we’re out we wish we were still in school. If it’s hot we desire the cool and when it’s cool we want it hot. We think of ourselves as either too fat or too skinny; too tall or way too short. 22 23 It seems so true that we never get what we want, and we never want what we get. We 26 26 27 never have what we like and we never like what we have. Ah, being human has its pitfalls. 28 30 Remember everything is valuable only at two times: Before getting it and after losing it. Think of a present one of your children 32 33 34 wanted. You finally gave in and got it for them and shortly after that they no longer wanted it. Adults behave the same way actu36 ally. But I keep wondering why this is. Why can’t we be satisfied with what we have? Seems to me we have solutions to all the 23. Grocery list cookies. problems in the world - when they are not 24. Canned fish, on the grocery list. ours! 25. Any minute now. My Dad used to have a saying (and he 26. Promotional spot. 30. By way of. said it a lot) “Let’s just be happy.” For him it 32. Aeronautical Engineer, abbr. was that simple. Be content with what you 33. Limited Edition, abbr. have and make the most of it. He didn’t have 34. Moorhead’s state, abbr. that strong desire to get more and have more. My Mom also had a saying “Good, better, best, never let it rest until your good is better and your better is the best.“ As a child I got confused. Was I supposed to be content with what I had or was I supposed to try to get or do more? Which saying did I follow? Was it wrong to want better or more than what I had? Was it wrong to try to better myself? According to my Dad it wasn’t wrong to want nicer stuff as long as we kept it in perspective and appreciated what ANSWERS TO SEPTEMBER 19 CROSSWORD we already had. I guess to sum it up he felt 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 we should be thankful for whatever we had G E R M A N T O W N even if it wasn’t the best or the newest or the 8 9 9 R L U E N C O J H E biggest. He truly felt that way and lived it. 10 11 12 13 And he was happy. T M A U N Y N E O W 14 14 15 16 16 I guess humans are a funny breed. We D O P R L N A A S T have trouble being satisfied with what we 17 17 18 19 U 19 A 23 T I 30 O 33 N
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THE MESSENGER OF JUNEAU COUNTY
You be the Judge: a trail cam outside of Hillsboro caught a few pictures of this animal and the question at hand is “Is this a wolf or not?” Here at the Messenger we have voted “No” on the question. We would like to hear from our viewers as
Taking Refuge BY STEVE NORLING Here we are winding down September already. It seems like it just began and now it is close to over. The refuge is still very dry. The rain we had helped a little but not nearly enough. In talking to Jon Olson I learned that he does not even know if he will be able to fill the pools that are drained right now. Those of you who may have driven to Sprague Pool will have notice that the only water left in the west half of the pool is in the ditches that bring the water in. The east half of the pool, which cannot be seen from the road, still has water in it, although not as much as it should. Pool one, which was drawn down this spring to promote plant growth, has a little water but not nearly enough for most ducks. The geese are doing fine on the grass as that is how they like to feed. They do not need water to feed so they are all over these empty pools with good plant growth. The last time I drove between Goose and Sprague Pools there were over two hundred geese feeding on the drained portion of Sprague Pool. The only thing that was on the Goose Pool side of the road was a family of eagles sitting on a sandbar. There was and adult on each end of the sandbar and two youngsters in the middle. It looks like it will be a year when not many ducks will be stopping at the Necedah National Wildlife Refuge, but we should have a lot of geese and probably swans. The cranes are here from Patuxent and will be getting acquainted with their surroundings. This is going be very interesting to see how this method of introduction works out. We not only have those four new cranes in pens at the refuge, we also have one that is recovering from an injury. This crane was taken care of by a vet and then brought back to the refuge for rehab. Another thing about the empty pools this year is that the whooping cranes like them too. The day I saw the hundreds of geese on Sprague Pool there were also several whooping cranes there feeding also. They were as far away from the road as they could be and yet bee seen. If you go up that way, be sure and take you binoculars and if you see white in the distance, check them out. The crane project is progressing and the more we learn about the biology of these great birds the more we can help them. While all of the events for September are now over it is not too soon to start planning for the October events. October is the month of “National Wildlife Refuge Week”. This year it is the week of the 14th through the 19th. “Nature Infused Art” is the theme for this year. You may want to book a program time for your group and discover the refuge in a whole new way. This will be something that you can remember for a long time. On Saturday, October 12th, there will be a “Jr. Duck Waterfowl Hike.” This will be a two-hour event lasting form 9 – 11 AM. Learn how to identify and how to sketch waterfowl. This is a good prelude to the Federal Jr. Duck Stamp Contest. All youth from kindergarten through twelfth grade can enter the contest. They can either do it through their school or from their home. Home-schooled children are also welcome to enter. In fact, the Wisconsin contest has been won by home-schooled youngsters. The last event for the month of October will be FOCUS on photography group. As it is the big migration month the focus will be on capturing the wonders of migration. This is a great way to learn new photography tricks and to share your knowledge with others. Remember, the trails are great to hike in the fall and there is much to see. You can check out Let’s go outside backpacks for the youngsters and binoculars for yourself. There is no cost for these items they just have to be back at the visitor center before closing time. So, come on out, bring your camera and go for a hike. You never know what you might see that is interesting. Until next week, “See you at the refuge.”
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to what they are thinking. We like trail cam pictures to use so if you have any you would like to see in the paper send them to themessenger@centurytel.net and we will get them in. You never know what is out there until you share it.
An Outdoorsman’s Journal
South Dakota/The Perfect Trip BY MARK WALTERS Some of my outdoor adventures go really well and some do not. This past week, I headed out to the Glacial Lakes area of northeast South Dakota for three days of really good fishing. Thursday, September 12th High 71, low 52 Here is the scoop, my buddies Paul Bucher and Tony Ficoccelo, who are both from the Cumberland area, and I are being set up by Paul’s good buddy Jason Viessman. Jason used to live in Rice Lake and is a good friend of Paul’s. Luckily for all of us Jason moved out to Watertown, South Dakota to work in the family trucking business. I fished on Mille lacs with Viessman several years ago and the guy likes to have fun and from the get go, told me that we would wrestle on this trip. The boy has 70-pounds on me and is 15 years younger, but I figure ya gotta give a guy a handy cap. First, we arrive at Pickeral Lake Lodge (605-486/4783), which is one very fun and comfortable place to hang your hat. Second, we meet Jason and his cousin Cody Hufby at a lake 50 miles from our lodging. Many of these lakes were farm ponds or marshes that grew into fertile fish factories, swallowed up entire farms, and in some cases, the farmers do not appreciate people fishing what used to be their pasture. Third, we are given an incredible fishing report and hope it is true, as we do not exactly have a whole ton of daylight left. Fourth, the three of us are in a boat and our pals from South Dakota are in another. Fifth, within five minutes of tossing jointed Rapala’s and jigs with swim baits hooked onto them, we are experiencing the most intense walleye catching action I have ever witnessed in the lower 48. Sixth, we are the only boats on the water and 45 minutes after landing our rigs all five of us has a four fish limit of 1821 walleye. Seventh, back at the fort we have a first-rate fish fry and social experience. Friday, September 13th High 74, low 44 I just put it together, we had a ton of bad luck today cuz it was Friday the 13th! Our buddy, Tony Fico, something is banging pans and causing the smoke alarms to go off before first light as he burns, I mean cooks breakfast. We head to our lake, well aware that we are gonna limit out real quick. The farmer that owns this land has blocked the landing with a fence that was obviously just put up and an unpleasant sign. There is lots of dust, and my buddy Paul’s fancy Chevy pickup, and extremely pretty/brand new AlumaCraft Competitor that is powered by a 75 horse Yamaha “tiller”, do not look so good anymore. We head to a lake where we are told there are large crappie, no landing, we create one. No fish, we move on. Meanwhile we are using more gasoline than a 747 as we search for another honey hole. With information from Mr. Viessman, we head to beautiful body of water, that like everywhere else in this area, is sur-
rounded by water and I wanna come back here and duck hunt. We land the boat in a rather difficult situation and go fish, hunting. At first, only one 16-inch walleye, then a long dry spell. Then we figure them out by vertical jigging, we limit out. Approaching the landing, we notice that one of the yahoo’s left the truck window open, I might be the yahoo, there may be a million flies in our very dusty Chevy. We eat steaks, then Viessman, Boog, and Fico-something get in a wrestling match, I take pictures. Next I wrestle my buddy from SD, for 15.5 seconds I am winning, and then I am not. We both are injured. The next day we limited out on walleye and then tried vertical jigging for perch, we found them and limited out, no one wants to go home. I want to put a camper on a lake and fish and hunt. I love South Dakota! The end Sunset
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THE MESSENGER OF JUNEAU COUNTY
September 26, 2013
District School Report cards are in BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD In recent weeks the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) has begun to issue report cards on public schools. According to information released by DPI, Juneau County area school districts all meet expectations. Necedah earned an accountability score of 70.3, New Lisbon's score is 68.5, Mauston's score is 70.2, Royall's score came in at 68.5, and Wonewoc-Union Center scored 65.5. Schools earning a score of 73 and above exceed expectations while scores of 62.9 to 53 meet few expectations and those falling below 52.9 fail to meet expectations. The report cards are based off of data collected during the 2012-2013 school year including results from the WKCE tests taken by students early on in the year. A closer look into the report cards show: Mauston Student enrollment in Mauston was shown to be at 1,440 with 57.9 percent being identified as economically disadvantaged and 14.5 percent having disabilities. The district scored 62.1 in student achievement with the state average score coming in at 66.1. Overall student growth in Mauston was scored at 64.2, just under 4 percentage points from the state average. The higher percentage of growth was in math where the district came in nearly three percentage points over the state average. Necedah Student enrollment was 740 with 61.8 percent being identified as economically disadvantaged and 13.4 percent of students being identified at having disabilities. The district scored 57.1 in student achievement with the state average score being 66.1. Overall student growth for Necedah was scored at 67.7 - the state average came in at 60.6. The higher percentage of growth appears to be in reading where the district scored seven and half percentage points over the state average. New Lisbon Student enrollment in New Lisbon was at 639 with 60.1 percent being identified as economically disadvantaged and 14.4 percent as being students with disabilities. The district scored 57.7 in student achievement. Overall student growth for New Lisbon was scored at 58.6 with reading growth coming in a few percentage points over the state's average. Royall Student enrollment for the Royall School District was 562 with 51.8 percent being identified as being economically disadvantaged and 15.8 of students having disabilities. Royall scored 60.5 in student achievement with an overall student growth being
ranked at 58.2. Growth in reading came in nearly one percentage point over the state average of 29.9. Wonewoc-Union Center Student enrollment at the Wonewoc-Union Center School District was 369 with 55.8 percent of students being identified as economically disadvantaged and 13.3 percent as having a disability. Student achievement was scored at 58.5 percent and student growth was ranked at 57 percent. In reading growth the district came in nearly six full percentage points over the state average. Statewide Report cards on all Wisconsin public schools can be found on DPI's website at https://apps2.dpi.wi.gov/rep ortcards/. Included in each district's report card are individual school report cards. The DPI provides data on multiple indicators for four priority areas: Student Achievement – performance on the WKCE and WAASwD in reading and mathe-
matics; Student Growth – improvement over time on the WKCE in reading and mathematics; Closing Gaps – progress of student subgroups in closing gaps in reading and mathematics performance and/or graduation rates; On-track and Postsecondary Readiness – performance on key indicators of readiness for graduation and postsecondary pursuits, whether college or career. Parents should be receiving or already have received information from their child's school on the district's and school's report card, and how to interpret the information. Milwaukee School District was the only district in the State of Wisconsin which failed to meet expectations and only 10 districts met few expectations - information shows that 88 percent of Wisconsin school districts met or exceeded expectations.
This is the rating system used to report how each school district and school are achieving.