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THE AWARD WINNING OFFICIAL LEGAL NEWSPAPER OF JUNEAU COUNTY
New trial ordered in case against Coughlin In court on Tuesday morning Juneau County Judge John Roemer ruled that Daniel Coughlin of Lyndon Station would stand for a new trial on multiple charges of child sexual assault. That decision came as a result of an earlier mistrial which occurred this summer when, at the time, a jury trial was in process and evidence not disclosed came to light. Daniel Coughlin That evidence was in the form of video recordings of interviews law enforcement had with two alleged victims. During discovery and prior to the onset of the trial both the defense and prosecutors only had transcripts and audio of the interviews. It was not known that videos existed until after the defense called their expert witness, Dr. Jay W. Thompson, who provided testimony on the audio testimony provided to him. Donald Coughlin It was after that testimony when a Juneau County Detective discovered the video tapes and notified the court of their existence. It was then that Coughlin's attorney, Michael Ganzer, motioned the court for a mistrial claiming his defense of Coughlin may have gone a different route had he had the videos, including the testimony of the expert witness. With Judge Roemer's latest ruling that Coughlin would stand for a new trial, Ganzer motioned the court that the Juneau County Sheriff's Department should have to pay for his client’s legal costs. Ganzer told the court that his client has paid every nickel he had towards legal costs, including selling family land. He went on to state that Coughlin still owes money for legal fees and would not be able to sustain the costs of a new trial, and should not be forced to do so when at no fault of his client's there had been a mistrial. Judge Roemer stated he was not aware of caselaw allowing him to rule in favor of such a motion, but would entertain arguments. An oral ruling on the matter would be issued at a status conference scheduled for November 26, 2013. Donald Coughlin In court on Tuesday morning Judge John Roemer scheduled a jury trial in the State's case against Donald Coughlin of Lyndon Station. Donald, older brother to Daniel, is also facing numerous charges of child sexual assault. A prior jury trial had been put on hold at the request of his defense attorney, Dan Berkos, after the video tape interviews came to light during Daniel's trial. Due to a heavy court calendar and the 2014 summer deployment of one of the alleged victim's, the trial has been pushed out to February of 2015. In both cases special prosecutor Winn S. Collins from the Wisconsin Attorney General's office is acting on behalf of the State of Wisconsin.
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Male subject wanted in abduction and sex assault of jogger BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD On Monday afternoon Juneau County Sheriff Brent Oleson issued a press release putting the public on notice that deputies are searching for a man who is believed to have abducted and sexually assaulted a 17 year old female in the Lyndon Station area. The press release states on September 24, at approximately 4:45 p.m., a 17 year old female was jogging on Koval Road between 65th Street and County Highway N when a male subject, age 30 – 50, stopped and asked if she needed a ride. When the victim stated that she did not, the subject exited his vehicle and grabbed her and forced her in the back seat of his vehicle. The victim stated the male sub-
Sheriff Oleson. The most recent incident believed to involve the same subject occurred on Thursday evening, October 10th. A female reported that a Sport SUV crossover type vehicle followed her home to her residence in the Village of Lyndon Station. The vehicle eventually left and drove east on Highway 12 & 16. The press release issued by Sheriff Oleson came just days after The Messenger was contacted on Saturday by private citizens giving information on the alleged crimes. It was at that time we were also alerted to an announcement/warning being shared on social media sites mentioning the Juneau County incidents and tying them into other similar incidents in neigh-
This video was picked up near Lyndon Station and is believed to be the vehicle the suspect was driving when he abducted the woman. ject advised her not to scream or run or he would harm her. The victim stated that the subject then got in the vehicle and drove toward Lyndon Station to an unknown wooded location. The victim stated the male subject then jumped into the back seat of the vehicle and sexually assaulted her. The victim stated that the subject then drove her back to where he had picked her up on Koval Road and let her out. "The Sauk County Sheriff’s Office had an incident similar to the one above in early September on Highway 33 east of Manmound Road, however, the alleged victim refuses to cooperate with law enforcement," stated
boring counties. We contacted Sheriff Oleson on Sunday in an effort to confirm the Lyndon Station assault, and to inquire if it was connected to crimes in other counties. "We held off on initially releasing this information as we were in communication with Sauk County who believed they had identified a suspect," said Sheriff Oleson. He went on to state that the lead eventually ran cold. The subject wanted by Juneau County Sheriff's Department is a white male who weighs between 180 to 200 pounds. He stands between 5'10 and 6' tall. An identifying feature is one of the subjects ears has a gauge - a type of body piercing.
A composite drawing of the suspect wanted by police. If anyone has any information on they are asked to contact the Juneau County Sheriff’s Office at (608) 847-5649 or Crimestoppers at (608) 8479123. Callers can remain anonymous. Additionally, if you see any suspicious vehicles or subjects call 911 immediately and report it. At this time it is believed the subject is not connected to similar September incidents which occurred in Monroe County. In those incidents, an announcement from the Monroe County Sheriff's Department stated: The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is reporting a hit and run crash between two vehicles and an attempted kidnapping. There were no injuries as a result of the hit and run matter. The matter occurred on 09-0913 around 6:00 a.m. on County Highway O just north of Destiny Avenue in the Township of Lincoln. The suspect’s vehicle is a lighter colored Ford Taurus which fled the scene (this would be estimated as a 1996 to 1999 model range). The vehicle should have damage to the passenger’s side of the vehicle. There might be a dark colored paint transfer on the suspect vehicle from the vehicle it struck. The driver of the suspect vehicle, is described as a white male, possibly age 18 to 25, with short spiky hair. The suspect was also described as wearing a white, zip up type, hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, and boots. After the collision occurred the male suspect attempted to force the
female driver out of the other vehicle into his car. The victim was able to escape and summoned help from another passing vehicle. There was another incident that occurred prior to the one above on the same day at approximately 4:30 a.m.. In this incident, a female subject pulled into a driveway with her vehicle. She said as she exited her vehicle, a male subject in a vehicle matching the same one as above had pulled in behind her wanting directions and then wanted her to show him where to go. That female was afraid and told him no. She quickly walked into the residence she was at. This was in the Flicker Road area, West of the City of Tomah. The male subject made a sexual comment to the female as she was walking towards the house. The male subject drove way. It is unknown if these matters are related, but vehicle description was similar. On Tuesday, October 15, the Messenger conducted a phone interview with Monroe County Sheriff Department Detective Clayton Tester. "We are pretty sure the subject we're looking for is not the same as the one described in the incidents in Juneau County," stated the detective. "Actually I am confident they are not the same," he went on to state. His confidence, he said, came from the fact that the descriptions of the subject in Juneau County varies greatly from the one in Monroe County.
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Obituaries GARY L. GARDNER
Gary L. Gardner, age 62 years, of Elroy, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2013 at his home surrounded with family. He was born on July 13, 1951 to Edward and Georgia (Vinopal) Gardner in Mauston, Wisconsin. Gary served in the U.S. Army from 1969 to 1972 in Vietnam and was awarded the Purple Heart. Gary was united in marriage to Ellen Weger on June 15, 1974 in Elroy. He worked for Walkers Stainless Equipment for 37 years and more recently at Sprinkman. He enjoyed being outside, feeding the deer and birds, old cars, the Packers and Badgers and reading his newspaper. Survivors include his wife, Ellen of Elroy; three daughters, Heidi Gardner of Madison, Mandy Gardner of Kailua, Hawaii and Becky (Brent) Olsen of Tomah; one grandson, Gavin; brothers, Tom (Char) Gardner of Mauston and Mike (Dawn) Gardner of Mauston; sister, Ruthann (Wil) Beaver of Tomah and many other family and friends. Funeral Services were held on Friday, October 11, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Elroy with Rev. PyungAhn “Peace” Kim and Father Richard Dickman officiating. Burial with military rites was held in the Elroy City Cemetery in Elroy. Friends called at the Picha Funeral Home in Elroy on Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. and at the Church on Friday from 10 to 11 a.m. For online information go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com
DOROTHY JOY ZMOLEK
Dorothy Joy Zmolek, age 83 years, of Elroy, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2013 at her home in Elroy, Wisconsin. She was born on February 28, 1930 to Don and Merle (Parks) Fulton in Jewell County, Kansas. After losing her parents at an early age, Joy and her sisters and brother Don were raised by adoptive parents Tom and Gertrude Mullin in Creston, Iowa. Her brother Gary was raised by Arnold and Irene Parks of Maloy, IA. She was united in marriage to Alfred Zmolek on January 3, 1953 in Creston; they recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. The family moved to Elroy in 1972 and became very active in the community. In addition to her work at home raising their family, she was a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. She enjoyed spending time with friends, participating in St. Pat’s Women’s Group and attending card club. Her greatest blessing in life was her children and grandchildren, taking every opportunity to be active in their lives. Joy is survived by her husband, Alfred; children, Deborah (Roland) Schultz of Wonewoc, David (Penny) Zmolek of Elroy, Julie (Craig) Ostrem of Viroqua, James (Afra) Zmolek of Grand Prairie, Texas, Kevin Zmolek of Shorewood and Bruce Zmolek (Michele Clark) of Holmen; twelve grandchildren, Sarah Schultz, Benjamin (Rebecca) Schultz, Jennifer (Joel) Shirek, Kalli Zmolek, Emma Zmolek, Dalton Zmolek, Thomas Ostrem, Joshua Ostrem, Haley Ostrem, Jad Zmolek, Austin Zmolek and Aaron Zmolek; great grandsons, Caleb and Christian Shirek; brother, Gary (Alice) Parks and sister, Sally Egly. She was preceded in death by her birth parents, Don & Merle Fulton; adoptive parents, Tom & Gertrude Mullin; an infant daughter, Margaret Ann; sister, Shirley Miller; brother, Don Mullin and brother-in-law, Darrel Egly. Funeral Services were held on Monday, October 14, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Elroy, with Father Richard Dickman officiating. Burial was in the St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery in Elroy. Friends called at the Picha Funeral Home in Elroy on Sunday from 3 to 6 p.m. and at the Church on Monday from 10 to 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to a Cancer Fund of your choosing in Memory of Joy. For online information go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com
IRVIN K. BRAUND
Irvin K. Braund, age 97, of New Lisbon died on Thursday October 10, 2013 at the Serenity House in Tomah, WI. Irv was born June 12, 1916 on the family farm in Hustler to Ernest and Alice Lucinda (Peckham ) Braund. He was raised in the Hustler area. Irv started working at the Nekoosa Foundry and Machine Works for 25 cents an hour. Irv was united in marriage to Bertha Mae Flagg on June 21, 1936, and they were later blessed with 3 children, Ronnie, Erna, and Gary. Irv went to work as a machinist for the Rock Island Arsenal in Illinois in 1939. He later moved to Los Alamos, New Mexico and worked on machine parts for 2 bombs for WWII. In 1946 Irv moved to Camp Douglas and bought a service station in Hustler, WI. Irv was saved at an Evangelistic meeting in New Lisbon in 1948. Irv also worked as a machinist for Badger Ordinance in Baraboo, WI for 20 years, and then went to work for Walker Stainless Steel in New Lisbon. In 1975, while living outside New Lisbon, Irv helped with the building of the First Baptist Church in New Lisbon. Irv has been a resident of Terrace Heights in Mauston since 2007. Irv is survived by his daughter Erna Wagner of Sparta, WI, and by 8 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild, and by many nieces and nephews, and a daughter in law Jeanne Braund. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Bertha Mae in 1999, 2 sons, Ronnie in 1960 and Gary in 2011, brothers, Clarence and Norley, sisters Norma, Celia, and Verna, and a son in law Gerald Wagner. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, October 15, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church, 525 S. Washington St. New Lisbon, WI 53950, with his good friend and Pastor Delbert Oatsvall presiding. Relatives and friends called at the church on Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. till the time of service. Burial was in the Hustler Cemetery. The Hare Funeral Home in New Lisbon is assisting the family with services. Online condolences available at www.harefuneralhome.com
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Mike Zilisch named Mauston Lieutenant It has been 10 plus months since Mauston's police department has had a full time lieutenant. It was that long ago when Lt. Mike Jackson ended 2012 with a retirement. As of this Monday, and after a lengthy hiring process, the wait to fill the position is over as the Mauston Police and Fire Commission (PFC) offered the position to Mauston officer Michael Zilisch, and he has accepted.
Lt. Zilisch has been with the department eleven plus years. In that time, he has worked patrol. He is certified to teach weapons and leads the Juneau County Special Tactics and Rescue Team. He is active in the community and sits in an elected position on the Mauston School Board. In his new position as Lieutenant he will reportedly be earning a $53,000 salary plus benefits.
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The Mauston Police Department is reaching out to the community for information and help identifying suspect(s) in an October 11th burglary at the Dollar General store on Union Street in Mauston. “Friday night, October 11th, 2013, at approximately 11 p.m. the Dollar General on the City’s north side was burglarized and an undisclosed amount of merchandise was stolen. Surveillance video shows one suspect wearing a blue ski mask, black and gray sweatshirt or jacket, and black pants. He is described as a white male, 17 to 23-years old, 5-foot 7-inches to 6-feet tall weighing around 170 pounds," said Mauston Police Officer Eric Sanner. Sanner went on to state that any information the public may have can be directed to the Mauston Police Department and his attention at 847-6363. Callers can remain anonymous.
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International Local Government Management recognizes Mauston Sharing Supper The City of Mauston and Sharing Supper were among 12 local governments and four individuals who were recently recognized for their outstanding programmatic and personal contributions to local government by ICMA, the International City/County Management Association. ICMA’s 2013 Annual Awards Program recipients were officially honored at a Celebration of Service to the Profession, as part of the organization’s 99th Annual Conference, September 25, in Boston, Massachusetts. The ICMA Annual Awards Program recognizes creative contributions to professional local government management and demonstrates the value that profession contributes to the quality of life in our cities, towns, and counties. This year, an independent, 17-member evaluation panel reviewed more than 132 eligible nominations. The ICMA awards are conferred in two categories: Professional Awards, which recognize individual achievement by outstanding chief administrative officers, assistant administrators, academics, and others; and Program Excellence Awards, which are presented to local governments and their chief administrators in recognition of their innovative and successful programs. ICMA congratulates the recipients of its 2013 Annual Awards: Professional Awards * Award for Career Excellence in Honor of Mark E. Keane recognizes an outstanding chief local government administrator who has fostered representative democracy by enhancing the effectiveness of local elected officials and by consistently initiating creative
and successful programs. Recipient: Marc A. Ott, city manager, Austin, Texas. * Award for Career Development in Memory of L. P. Cookingham recognizes an outstanding local government administrator who has made a significant contribution to the career development of new talent in professional local governmanagement. ment Recipient: Pamela L. Brenner, town administrator, Peterborough, New Hampshire. * Assistant Excellence in Leadership Award in Memory of Buford M. Watson, Jr. recognizes a local government management professional who has made significant contributions toward excellence in leadership while serving as an assistant (regardless of title) to a chief local government administrator or department head. Recipient: Rudy P. Acosta, Jr., community health & wellness project manager, Desert Hot Springs, California. * Academic Award in Memory of Stephen B. Sweeney recognizes an academic leader who has made a significant contribution to the formal education of students pursuing careers in local government. The award was established in the name of the longtime director of the University of Pennsylvania’s Fels Institute of Government. Recipient: William Spelman, council member, Austin City Council, and professor, University of Texas at Austin, Texas. Program Excellence Awards Community Health and Safety Awards recognize the local government the innovative programs or processes that improve the communi-
ty's safety, health, and/or wellness, or enhance the quality of life for the disadvantaged. This category is sponsored in part in memory of Carolyn Keane, first wife of ICMA’s fourth Executive Director, Mark E. Keane, and in memory of Bill and Alice Hansell, parents of ICMA’s fifth Executive Director, Bill Hansell. * Less than 10,000 population: Community Support Services Program—Uralla Shire, NSW, Australia, and Thomas P. O'Connor, general manager * Populations 50,000 or greater: Homesafe—Surrey, BC, Canada, and Murray Dinwoodie, city manager. Community Partnership Awards recognize the programs or processes between and/or among a local government and other governmental entities, private sector businesses, individuals, or nonprofit agencies to improve the quality of life for residents or provide more efficient and effective services. * Less than 10,000 pop.: Sharing Supper—Mauston, Wisconsin, and Nathan R. Thiel, city administrator; Margie Strouse, CEO, Sharing Supper; and Doug Kryder, assistant principal, Mauston High School. * Populations 10,000 to 49,999: Greentree Health Science Academy— Middletown, Ohio, and Judith A. Gilleland, city manager. * Populations 50,000 and greater: South Correctional Entity-SCORE Jail—Des Moines, Washington, and Anthony A. Piasecki, city manager; Renton, Washington, and Jay Covington, chief administrative officer; SeaTac, Washington, and Todd Cutts, city manager; Tukwila,
Pictured above and honored at the recent event are Nathan Thiel, Margie Strouse, and Doug Kryder (far right). Washington, and David Cline, city administrator; with the participation of Auburn, Washington, Burien, and Federal Way, Washington. Community Sustainability Awards recognize the innovative local government programs or processes that demonstrate innovation, excellence, and success in balancing that community's social, economic, environmental, and cultural needs. * Populations under 10,000: Deploying GeoThermal Energy in Historic Building, Clarkdale, Arizona, and Gayle L Mabery, town manager. * Populations 10,000 to 49,999: zHome—Issaquah, Washington, and Robert Harrison, city administrator. * Populations 50,000 and greater: Energy Green Building—Austin, Texas, and Marc A. Ott, city manager. Strategic Leadership and Governance Awards recognize the innovative and successful local government programs or processes that have significantly affected a
local government organization's culture or strategic direction. * Populations less than 10,000: Strategic IssuesFocused Governance Systems (SIGS)—Westlake, Texas, and Thomas E. Brymer, town manager; and Amanda DeGan, assistant town manager. * Populations 50,000 and greater: Improving Accountability & Transparency—Rock Hill, South Carolina, and David B Vehaun, city manager; and Monica D. Croskey, budget and performance manager. In addition to recognition at the Celebration of Service to the Profession in conjunction with the 99th ICMA Annual Conference, the 2013 Annual Award recipients are highlighted in a commemorative booklet that was published in the October 2013 issue of PM (Public Management) magazine. To view or download the booklet (located at the bottom of the page), visit http://icma.org/awards. For more information about ICMA’s Annual Awards
Program, contact Felicia Littky at flittky@icma.org or 202-0962-3656. About ICMA ICMA, the International City/County Management Association, advances professional local government worldwide. The organization’s mission is to create excellence in local governance by developing and fostering professional management to build sustainable communities that improve people’s lives. ICMA provides member support; publications; data and information; peer and results-oriented assistance; and training and professional development to 9,500 appointed city, town, and county leaders and other individuals and organizations throughout the world. The management decisions made by ICMA's members affect millions of individuals living in thousands of communities throughout the world, from small villages and towns to large metropolitan areas.
Future needs and current successes highlighted at Mauston City Council meeting BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD At the October 8th meeting of the Mauston Common Council, members heard from Tom Chudy from the Mauston-New Lisbon Airport. Chudy provided the council with an update, including notifying them that local law enforcement agencies would be using the property for some upcoming trainings. Chudy stated that this year's Fly-In was successful. "We feel very strongly that it is becoming a definite, positive part of the community," he stated. Public Works Committee Report At the recommendation of the Public Works committee Council members denied Canadian Pacific Railroad's request for the closing of the crossing at Hanover Street.
Ordinance Committee After a second reading of the new launch permit council members voted to approve the measure. Establishing the permit fee was mandated through a Department of Natural Resources grant the City received for putting in the boat launch. The fee structure was to be enacted to help raise funds to maintain the launch. The new ordinance sets a daily launch fee at $2 for each trailered boat launched and annual launch fee at $15. The annual launch fee will be set per the calendar year. A permit is not required for canoes nor ice shanties. Drop boxes for daily fees will be available at Riverside Park and the launch at Lake Decorah on Highway 12/16. Those looking to attain an annual launch permit should apply at City Hall.
City Hall Improvements City Administrator Nathan Thiel gave an update on the recent improvements made. He reported that in the 2013 budget $80,000 was earmarked for improvement and thus far the City has spent $30,000 to date with $25,000 being spent on the front office renovations. The other $5,000 was spent on a needs assessment. A representative from MSA Professional Services provided council members with the outcome of the needs assessment. According to MSA outcomes of the assessment showed the police department is undersized for their space needs. Other needs identified were accessibility to various locations within the building including making the bathrooms more accessible.
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Roman Castle open for business after fire BY EILEEN NALE The Roman Castle owner, Alexandros Tserkezis or as everyone knows him as, “Alex” was devastated by the fire that took place on January 15, 2012. Alex has had this restaurant in operation in Mauston since 1996. He serves the public from 6:00 a.m. through 10:00 p.m. seven days a week, 364 days a year giving himself one day off a year for Christmas. So, imagine his sense of loss when he realized the clean up he thought would take days turned into eight months. However, Alex felt much support from the community, loyal customers, family, and friends. Although he did experience many setbacks and bumps in the road along the way, he did have the help from Tammy, his girlfriend and office manager, as well as a couple of great contractors in Dakota Electric and BTU Management. Alex said, “The restaurant finally reopened as the Roman Castle Italian Grill on Labor Day weekend with several old staff members as well as some new faces. They all have been working hard for nearly eight weeks now getting adjusted to their routine and the flow of the kitchen. The staff is now trained and ready for the Grand Opening. Our Grand Opening will be from Monday, October 21 through Thursday, October 24. We look forward to you stopping by and visiting the newly remodeled Roman Castle Italian Grill,” said Alex. At the Grand Opening there will be many specials such as 99¢ coffee with breakfast, $5 lunches, and free wine and dessert with dinner. As Alex always says, “There are only two places to eat, at home and at the Roman Castle.” For example, one of their many specials is Prime Rib on Saturday night which is a mouth watering 14-16 ounce cut served with potato or pasta and your choice of soup or salad for $14.95. They also have Grilled Salmon with fresh dill sauce. They are located at 532 Highway 82 East in Mauston and are open from 6:00 a.m. through 10:00 p.m. everyday. They can be reached by phone at 608847-3714. They deliver and also cater. Alex and his staff look forward to seeing you.
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The Community Bankers of Wisconsin named Richard “Rick” Busch, president, Royal Bank, Gays Mills as the 2013 Banker of the Year. Busch received the honor at the trade association’s annual meeting held in Madison on September 11, 2013. In accepting the award, Busch noted that “I’ve been known to say that ‘If you love your job, you will never have to work a day in your life.’” Busch grew up on a farm near Dickeyville, home of the iconic Dickeyville Grotto. He attended the University of WisconsinPlatteville and graduated from the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Busch learned banking from the ground up beginning as a cash teller for the First National Bank of Dubuque. He later joined the First National Bank of
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Royal Bank’s Busch named Community Banker of the Year Platteville where he worked in bookkeeping and conducted loan reviews. In 1983, he moved to Potosi State Bank to manage a branch in his hometown. Busch valued the multiple learning experiences referencing a parent who once told him, “You will have to do the work today that you will get paid for tomorrow.” From Potosi State Bank, he joined Liberty Bank & Trust in Gays Mills, which became one of the offices of Royal Bank. In addition to serving as president of Royal Bank of Gays Mills, he also sits on the bank’s board of directors. Growing up in a small town, it’s perhaps not surprising that Busch has demonstrated a strong commitment to the community. He’s been active in various area nonprofits including the local fire department, the Lions Club, the local
Economic Development Association and youth Learn to Hunt programs. During times of stress, it is said that the worth of a person is revealed. When the Kickapoo River flooded the village of Gays Mills in 2008, Busch assisted in the rescue efforts. He made the bank parking lot a dock for rescue workers and made boat trips to homes to help evacuate residents. Professionally, Busch served as 2007-2008 chairman of the Community Bankers of Wisconsin and has been a member of the board of directors of the Independent Community Bankers of America. He and his wife, Angel, have been married for 35 years and have three children, Allan, Abbey and Meggie, a daughter-in-law, Tina and four grandchildren. About Royal Bank Royal Bank has 15 offices
Kendall meal site news BY JOYCE THONESEN MANAGER I am late getting the news to the paper this month but my computer just quit and now I am trying to learn to run this new one. With the help of Granddaughter Sara, I am getting there. So back to the news. We will have our Music Day on October 18th So come and enjoy the fun. Then we are having a Halloween party on October 31st. You are encouraged to dress up if you like. We will have a prize for the best costume. But o.k. if
you don’t want to. It’s just for fun. You are never to old to have fun. Call me if you would like more info on it. Now on November 20th our Benefit Specialist Wendy Kelly will be with us to explain the new Changes in Medicare and the new insurances. What is best for you? If you have questions she can help. She will be here from 11 a.m. untill 1 p.m. So she will eat lunch with us. If you want to join us for lunch call at least a day ahead so we can order it for you. Well guess that’s it. Hope everyone is enjoying this nice fall weather. Bye for now.
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located in Elroy, Hillsboro, Cobb, Lone Rock, Camp Douglas, Oxford, Spring Endeavor, Green, Dickeyville, Avoca, Gays Mills, Adams, Mauston, New Lisbon and Cassville. With assets of $320 million, Royal Bank has served Southwestern Wisconsin since 1990. About CBW CBW was founded in 1981 and is dedicated to promoting and supporting community banks. It represents 200 Wisconsin community banks with approximately 900 banking offices located in small towns, rural areas, suburbs, and cities. CBW members employ approximately 9,500 individuals and have collective assets of almost $40 billion. For more information, visit www. communitybankers.org.
Elroy blood drive upcoming Looking for a way to give back to the community but don’t have a lot of time to volunteer? The American Red Cross reminds people that in only about an hour, those eligible can help save lives by donating blood and feel instant gratification. “Blood is a perishable product that can only come from generous volunteer blood donors,” said Greg Novinska, CEO of the Red Cross Badger-Hawkeye Blood Services Region. “By donating blood, you can make a difference in the lives of patients in your community and throughout the nation.” As Americans become increasingly mobile, donors can feel good knowing that by donating blood through the Red Cross, they may be helping not only family and friends in their community, but also patients in need across the country. Upcoming blood donation opportunity: Wednesday, October 23, 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at Royall High School, 1500 Academy, Elroy. How to donate blood Simply call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to
make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. About the American Red Cross The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.
Kendall Holiday Fair fast approaching BY TASHA MUELLER There will be plenty of space available for vendors to sell baked goods, crafts, plus various other items at this years annual Kendall Holiday Fair. Plans are underway for this year’s event to be held on Friday, November 1 and Saturday, November 2 that will be held in the Kendall Community Hall. Hours include 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, and 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturday. The Kendall Area Arts and Culture Organization (KAACO) have taken over the
AT THE ELROY LIBRARY The Aromatherapy Workshop will be this Saturday! On October 19 from 11-1, Georgia Theuer will lead a class about the power of aromas and essential oils, how they can affect moods and even one’s health. It is free, but we encourage you to sign up. Thanks. Sponsored by the Friends of the Elroy Library.
annual holiday fair from the Kendall Senior Citizens as the event began many years ago. Last year, KAACO was asked by the Senior Citizens Organization to continue in the tradition as the event was a bigger task than they could handle. KAACO will again be sponsoring the event, but is looking for others to reserve a table to sell any crafts, baked goods, or any other number of items. If you would like to reserve your spot, contact Linda Mathwig at 608-463-7345 or by mail at 28446 Mockingbird Avenue, Kendall, WI 54638.
HCE luncheon Juneau County H.C.E. is having their Fall luncheon. It will be at the U.W. Extension room. October 18, 2013, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We will have a quilt raffle, silent auction, crafts, and baked goods. Cost is $5.00 and carry outs for $6.00 in the city only. All proceeds will go to H.C.E. scholarships and the community. So come and check us out.
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The Royall High School Music Department will present our annual Fall Concert on Monday, October 21, at 7:00 pm in the high school gymnasium. It will include performances by the Concert Choir, Madrigal, and the Concert Band, including the song “Amazing Grace,” featuring Abbie Field on the tuba. Admission to the concert is free. We hope you will come out and support the music department as we kick off our year!
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Whooping cranes to take flight Nine whooping crane chicks will soon take to the skies and migrate to southeastern states at the end of October as efforts continue to restore the endangered species to the eastern United States. The cranes, which are hatched and raised in captivity at the International Crane Foundation near Baraboo, are reared by costumed biologists resembling cranes. The whooping crane chicks are part of the direct autumn release project conducted by the Whooping Crane Eastern Partnership, a coalition of government agencies and non-profit organizations. These chicks learn their migration route by following older birds that have successfully migrated in the past. In addition, following months of preparation and training, eight other whooping crane chicks were released from the White
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New Lisbon student is recognized for honesty
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District hears from FFA
BY DIANNA ANDERSON
BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD
New Lisbon D.A.R.E. Officer Kevin Weinshrott visited the New Lisbon Elementary School Friday to see a special student, Kaleb Baumgart. Kaleb is in sixth grade and earlier this year he found a wallet outside of his home on the curb. Kaleb took the wallet into his mom (Adrienne) and told her he had found it outside. When his mom opened the wallet to see who the rightful owner was, there was no identification in the wallet. Kaleb had previously been in the D.A.R.E. program at New Lisbon School when he was in fifth grade. Kaleb knew exactly what he needed to do. He told his mom they had to go the New Lisbon Police Department and turn the wallet in because someone would be looking for it. Remembering what D.A.R.E. stood for - Define, Access, Respond, Evaluate. Kaleb turned in the wallet to the New Lisbon Police Department in hopes that whoever lost it could claim it. Kaleb was told that if no one claimed it in 90 days he would be able to have the
At Monday evening's meeting of the New Lisbon School Board the high school's Agricultural Department and FFA were highlighted. AgriScience Instructor and advisor to the FFA, Chanyn Dorn, provided board members with the department's annual report. The report included an outline of program objectives such as to aid in developing agricultural leadership and responsibility. New in classes this year, Dorn reported that students are using iPads, allowing them freedom to move about the school's greenhouse and post to blogs without having to remain at a desk in the classroom. Instruction includes hands-on education; animal grooming and cleanliness, landscape design and construction, plant propagation labs, plant growth experiments, cheese and meat production, along with other opportunities. Dorn also reported on the FFA and their 2012-2013 accomplishments. Those accomplishments included students earning different levels of FFA degrees; 12 Discovery Degrees, 15 Greenland Degrees, 18 Chapter Degrees, and 1 State Degree. Students volunteered in making Thanksgiving clay turkey pots for a local nursing home and crafted special holiday cards. In total 75 students took part in FFA. As for Dorn she has been certified by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to instruct boat, ATV, snowmobile, and hunter and trapper's education courses. Dorn provided the board members with an update on the National FFA Convention and Expo which takes place at the end of the month in Louisville, Kentucky. Later in the meeting board members approved the FFA to attend the trip. Student Data In his report to the board elementary principal Mark Toelle reported on the district's SAGE numbers. SAGE stands for Student Achievement Guarantee in Education program. Wisconsin has approximately 449 SAGE schools enter renewable 5-year contracts designed to promote academic achievement through lower class sizes in the primary grades. Schools receive state aid up to $2,250 for each eligible lowincome K-3 child. See NEW LISBON, page 9
contents of the wallet but he didn’t think that would happen because someone surely needed their belongings. Kaleb was surprised to see Officer Weinshrott at school Friday. He had come to give Kaleb a plaque from the New Lisbon Police Department for his honesty.
The plaque was signed by New Lisbon Police Chief Brent Granger and D.A.R.E. Officer Weinshrott. They were also there to award Kaleb with the contents of the wallet. Kaleb was thrilled and just wanted to get back to class to show his classmates his plaque honor-
ing his citizenship and honesty. Officer Weinshrott also thanked Adrienne Baumgart for her and her husband’s good work as parents. Jason and Adrienne Baumgart are very proud of their son and they know he has learned a valuable lesson in honesty.
New Lisbon Fire Department shares their job with New Lisbon students BY DIANNA ANDERSON On Thursday, New Lisbon Firefighters gave New Lisbon students a first hand demonstration of what a Fireman would look like and what they would do if they had to enter a home during a fire. The Firefighters may look scary in the event of a fire
and sound a little like Darth Vader through their breathing apparatus, so it is important that children understand how to conduct themselves if they were to be trapped in a fire. The fireman also talked about the importance of having a plan of where to meet outside the home in case of a fire and the impor-
tance of changing the batteries in your smoke detectors. The New Lisbon Firemen then showed children the difference of putting out a real fire with a fire extinguisher or the fire hose. This was a real crowd pleaser as the fireman lit two couches on fire and put one out with the extinguisher, then they
put the couch that was out on top of the other couch let it reignite and put both couches out with the fire hose. Cheers were heard for blocks! Each child was able to get into the fire trucks with lights flashing and ask the firemen questions about their equipment. Principal
Tolley, asked how many would be willing to become firefighters. He explained they put their life on the line for the community every
time there is a fire. Students cheered the firemen on for the work they do for the community.
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Cashton takes all three sets against Lady Cardinals BY STEVE NORLING The volleyball game between the Cashton Lady Eagles and the Necedah Lady Cardinals was a very special game. It was “Pink” night, in honor of the “Coaches vs Cancer” fund raising drive. In honor of this, both teams were wearing pink jerseys and using a pink and white ball. There was also a pass the bucket between the first and second sets. Students from Cashton went through the Necedah crowd while students from Necedah went through the Cashton crowd, showing the true sportsmanship that should exist in all sports. On this very special night just over $800 was raised to help fight cancer. A great thing for both the students and the fans. This game was also “senior night” for the five seniors on the Necedah team. Those five were Morgan Brown, Courtney Nugent, Macy Emery, Morgan Kubicek, and Tierra Smith. These five were given a great hand by the entire crowd. This was also the final home game of the volleyball season. The first set was a real close game. The Cardinals
The Necedah Lady Cardinals made a grand ‘Pink” entrance through a archway of supporters. and the Eagles traded leads throughout the entire game. The game was tied when the score of twenty-four was reached. Unfortunately for the home team, the Cashton Eagles scored the next two points and wound up winning 26 –24. Unfortunately for the Cardinals, as has happened so many times this year,
their first game was their best. They seem to run out of steam somewhere in the middle of the second set. The second set started out good but midway through the set the Eagles began to pull ahead and won the set 25 – 20. The third set was even more lopsided with Cashton jumping out to a big lead and winning the game
by a 25 – 10 score, thus taking the game three sets to none. While the Lady Cardinals may not have had a winning season and may have even lost some lopsided sets, one thing is still true; all of these girls did their best and tried hard.
Berning scheduled for arraignment BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD A resident of Necedah, Thomas G. Berning, was in court last week for what was scheduled to be a preliminary hearing on a charge of Homicide by Negligent Operation of a Vehicle. Court records show that Berning waived his rights to the preliminary hearing as the defendant and the Juneau County District Attorney's office has reached a plea agreement. Berning was represented by defense attorney Brian Severson and Assistant Juneau County District Attorney Jake Westman represented the State of Wisconsin. Residing over the matter was Adams County Circuit Court Judge Charles Pollex. An arraignment hearing was scheduled for December 11, 2013. Berning is currently in custody of the Juneau County Sheriff's Department on a probation hold stemming from cases dating back to 2010. Background The incident in which Berning was charged with in January of this year occurred in November of 2012 and resulted in a Mauston woman, Teri Golden, losing her life. According to the criminal complaint, on the morning of November 10 Juneau County Deputy Zachary Board was dispatched to a vehicle crash on 15th Ave, north of 47th St., in the Township of Lemonweir. Upon arrival, Deputy Board
observed a vehicle approximately 50 feet off the road in a soy bean field. The vehicle was resting on it's roof. The two occupants which had been traveling in the vehicle were thrown from it. The male occupant, Berning, was lying on the ground and was being treated by emergency responders. Berning stated he had been the driver. His left leg was injured and he stated his head hurt. The female occupant, Golden, was alive at the scene of the accident but due to her dire condition the deputy was unable to talk to her. Golden and Berning were transported to the hospital where Golden died as a result of her injuries from the crash. Wisconsin State troopers Michael Marquart and Arden Asp arrived on the scene of the accident to perform a reconstruction by taking measurements and photographs. They determined scuff marks indicated that the vehicle had rotated counter clockwise and entered the west side of the ditch where the vehicle overturned, striking numerous trees at the ditch line. The vehicle came to rest in an empty field. Based on the tire marks it is believed the vehicle was traveling at 90 mph at the time of the accident. The troopers also determined that neither of the occupants were wearing seatbelts.
NEW LISBON, from page 8 According to Toelle the latest student count has shown a marked increase in the district's number of low income children who receive free of reduced meal benefits. In 2011 58 percent of the student population received free or reduced meals, in 2013 that percentage is up 13 percent points at 68 percent. In his report to the council, Superintendent Raymond Birr reported that the third Friday in September student count showed student population numbers have increased by 17 with the student population at 629. Birr also stated that some of that increase can be credited to open enrollment where the district has attracted more students to it than they have had students enrolling out of the district. Action Items In addition to board members approving the FFA trip, they also approved trips for the FBLA Leadership Conference, and for the choir and band to attend Dorian in Iowa. Seven students have put in applications for early graduation meaning that they are currently on track with the needed criteria to do so. Board members approved those applications.
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Water tower being inspected BY STEVE NORLING The October Necedah Village Board meeting took place on Monday, October 14th. The first report was from the Police Department and it was reported that there were six mutual aid instances in both August and September. There were 48 traffic stops in August and 36 in September. In his Public Works report Chris Woda reported that the water tower was drained and was being cleaned and inspected. That should be done in one more day and the reservoir would be drained, cleaned, and inspected at the end of the month. He also reported that two catch basins downtown were in such a bad state of deterioration that they could not handle it and had to contract it out. The road up to the reservoir, which was torn up by companies laying cables has been repaved. The cost of this was covered by the companies that damaged the road. Also, Woda reported that fall sewer cleaning has been completed. In other business a three year contract with Camp Douglas Rescue for ambulance service was approved. This contract locks in the present cost for the next three years. Also it was reported that the Department of Transportation has requested that four businesses remove advertising signs. If these signs are not removed the next step will be to fine the businesses. The possibility of village citizens keeping chickens was discussed at length by the board, with almost a fifty-fifty split by board members. This was the same split as the few surveys that had been returned. After much discussion a motion was made to go ahead with the writing of an ordinance allowing chickens to be kept in the village. When it came time to vote, a roll call vote was taken and the motion failed. Thus the option of keeping chickens in the village is dead. In his Administrators report, Roger Herried reported that the village wide garage sale, which was run by BETA sorority, was very successful in all ways. It worked out excellent not only for those having garage sales but also for many of the merchants in the downtown area. BETA intends to have a village wide sale again next year. Herried also reported that Veterans groups are working on repairing the monument in the cemetery. They will be preserving the sandstone portion, which has the inscription on it. The meeting then went into closed session.
New Lisbon Library news BY DEANNA ROSIER LIBRARY DIRECTOR Do you have questions about the Affordable Care Act? Join us at the New Lisbon Memorial Library on Thursday, October 24th from Noon until 3:00 p.m. The Juneau County Health Department and Juneau County Department of Human Services will be putting on an Enrollment Fair with helpful information on the new health insurance program. The Library will be open these hours just for patrons that need help or have questions. We will have 4 public access computers available for your use and as always, we have Wi-Fi so bring your own laptop if you would like. On Saturday, October 26th from 12:00 until 1:30 we will be hosting a Fancy Nancy and Dapper Dan Costume Party. Fancy Nancy is a children's book character with a larger than life personality. She is always dressing over the top with feathers, tiaras, beads and slippers. Dapper Dan is a word for a very swanky, neatly groomed young man. The theme of the party is "everything fancy". Activities will include cupcake decorating, games and crafts. Kids and adults dress up enjoy a little fantasy roll playing and acting silly. Expect to get a little messy while having fun. This program is for Kindergarten through 3rd grade. For some fun, fancy items check out the Community Closet for you costumes. On Saturday, November 2 from 10:00 until Noon. Rhonda Siebecker will be at the Library for a book signing. Her book entitled "Writing to Heal: A Poetry Journal Helper for Breast Cancer Survivors," which she self-published will be available for purchase. Come and meet the author.
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History, entertainment, auction highlight Colors of Kendall BY TASHA MUELLER What do a baby llama, wine tasting, and laser products have in common? Some might think they are no where near involved with one another, but this past Saturday, the Kendall Area Arts and Culture Organization (KAACO) put them all together for a day full of lifestyle, history, and savoring the beautiful fall colors. Colors of Kendall has evolved into a passionate annual day event that shows not only a way of living, but to invite others into others’ passions, creativity, and lifestyle. Railroad trail tours began the day with rich history of how the railroad system was an active lifestyle for many Kendall residents, which has now turned into part of the Elroy-Sparta bike trail. History enthusiasts enjoyed going through the tunnel, which is open for anyone to go through and experience. Vendors began setting up their booths selling homemade chocolates, apples, wood pieces, crocheted items, paintings, plus much more. The day settled out to be the best weather to-date as booths were set along a section of the bike trail. The Autumn Ridge Tour provided a day full of viewing unique talents. Bob Stremcha of Kustom Kraft Laser opened his national business showing how the laser products are produced. Throughout the factory tour, items that have been lasered onto different pieces of wood included maps for map companies, replicas of football stadiums, items for funeral homes, photo frames, clocks, plus many more. Participants were also offered Amish buggies with their names engraved as a memento to take home. The process only took roughly one minute with a light burning process. The “Sit and Knit” group answered knitting questions with a whole display of all the steps from “sheep to shawl.” Live animals provided quite the entertainment and petting session. An explanation on how the animals’ wool produces such beautiful products was also shown. Animals were also for viewing at the Murray’s Alpine Valley as Denise Murray explained her process of how she makes her goat milk soap. Enthusiasts were also greeted by milking goats on the farm, beef and dairy cows, llamas,
geese, ducks, miniature horses, chickens, and many more animals. Denise has successfully marketed her natural goat milk soap and lotions in the local and regional areas. Terri’s Lines in Nature and friends Art showcased Terri Fish’s wide range of artwork completed by watercolors. Areas of interest included landscapes, florals, abstracts and portraits to art pottery. St. Luke’s Church provided a spectacular cemetery walk in honor of all 15 Veteran’s buried at St. Luke’s Cemetery. Stories of Veterans from WWI, WWII, Korea and peacetime service members were presented. Five actors gave a peek into the personal lives and the connections to the community as well as details about their families and careers. Military artifacts adorned the church for all to view. Dave Woodworth showcased his toys located at his Hot Rod Garage. His ability to bring the old look new has been his favorite pastime while running the farm. Items included a hand built 1929 John Deere GP tractor, a restored snowmobile, a hand built half scale 1977 1486 IH Tractor, plus 4-5 cars he rebuilt and his large small car collection. The 3-M Angus Ranch showcased the Angus cows – breeding stock and meet, turkeys, pigs, chicken fryers, eggs, plus other occasional animals. The beef barn was built in 2010 as the Martin family raises the animals. Lee Wyttenbach has perfected his recipe for wine and shared with others his accomplishments. Just recently at the Monroe County Fair, Lee took first place with his Cranberry Wine. His Raspberry Wine came in second in the Fruit Category. With over 15 varieties to try, a favorite was found by the many that stopped by. After perfecting a sweet wine recipe, Lee will move his efforts into a dry wine. Children and adults of all ages enjoyed an afternoon of retro bowling at Thunder Alley. Kendall has one of two known upstairs bowling alleys as the space was opened for a community bowling tournament. Children were also given the opportunity to play games and search through a sawdust pile at the KickBack Bar and Girl, spin art onto t-shirts, face painting, and pioneer games with Jarrod Roll. Karen Parker offered a “Dead Men Talking” segment Dr. Gudenschwager
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Lots of fun in Kendall this past weekend
Joey Bohn and Leroy Petersen entertained the morning crowd at the Colors of Kendall with their country favorites. TASHA MUELLER PHOTO
Artwork of past students and friends of Judi Pulaski were showcased to be auctioned off during the Art Auction Benefit with proceeds going towards the costs of dialysis on her kidney.
Bob Stremcha of Kustom Kraft Laser opened his newly added open factory space for morning tours. Participants were able to see how the laser machines worked and received an Amish buggy with their name engraved.
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St. Luke’s Church hosted a cemetery walk honoring the 15 veterans buried at St. Luke’s Cemetery. Pictured, is the presentation of William Airth-Kindrey as his daughter Mary Anne gives an explanation on the flags used while living in Canada, and which one is still represented today. TASHA MUELLER PHOTO
A baby llama was available for show and tell at the Murray’s Alpine Valley farm. There were not only llamas, but milking goats that accompanied Denise Murray’s ability to make goat milk soap and lotions to market the natural products in the local and regional area. TASHA MUELLER PHOTO
Thank You
A big thank you to our loving family. They made it possible for a memorable 50th Anniversary. To our many friends and relatives, some who traveled long distances, thanks to all for the cards and gifts. Wealth to us means the love of family and friends, we are rich in both.
Love & Blessings, Shorty & Shirley Waddell
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Discussion towards rubberized track at Hillsboro highlights Board meeting BY TASHA MUELLER Being the only conference team left to still have an asphalt track, the condition is good, but it becomes slippery with a large amount of rainfall. After an inspection, a few dark holes were noticed where rainfall can collect in moderate amounts. Roughly installed 20 years ago, an initial preliminary estimate is that it would cost approximately $110,000. With the few holes, an inch and a half of asphalt covering would be needed then the rubberized material to be placed over that. Half of the price would go towards asphalt and half to the rubber material. “It’s probably about time to put a number to what this would take,” said Superintendent Curt Bisarek. Initially, there was a more developed plan to properly install areas for long jump, triple jump, high jump, and shot/discuss. Each field event is scattered throughout the district, with the shot/discuss area the furthest. The downside to converting to a rubberized track would require an additional two to three layers on top of the installation every seven to eight years at a cost of an additional $25,000-$30,000. “Right now we’re not a contemporary facility. At least we know the numbers to see what it would take,” said Bisarek.
Right now, Bisarek noted, the district is meeting with McKinstry every other week with a project manager and superintendent. The meetings are insuring that the projects are going as planned. Plans for HVAC, Electrical and Roofing projects are being designed for the elementary building. The first project that will take place is the building envelope, going around all of the windows surrounding the building and getting the proper seals around the gaps to save energy. A team will be coming to the school Wednesday morning and it will be completed within two days. Bisarek gave certificates to five businesses that are being recognized on the WSAB Honor Roll. Those businesses were Hillsboro Telephone Company, Peterson Pharmacy, Hillsboro Equipment, Royal Bank, and Hillsboro Farmers State Bank. Bisarek also noted Terri Fanta and himself attended one of the common core legislative hearings on October 3. The common core standards have led schools to work collaboratively to bring about the highest levels of achievement for the students. The elementary Veterans Day program will be moved to the high school gymnasium for ease of access for partici-
pants. Elementary students will put on the program beginning at 9 a.m. with the high school program to be slated at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, November 11. Picture retake day for elementary students will be November 8. The board approved of the second reading of the 200 section of the Board Policy Book with no subsequent changes from the last reading. Andrea Anderson was hired as the basketball cheer advisor. Kirby Wong was hired as the Junior High Boys Basketball coach. A tabled hire for the Girls Basketball CSquad depending on the numbers provided, with an estimated 26 girls going out for the season. Steve Meylor was the one applicant, as the matter will be discussed in two weeks. The board approved the resignation of Special Education route driver Kathy Renington. Nine students will be traveling to Louisville, Kentucky for the National FFA Convention for four days. Once there, the team will be competing in an event. A special meeting will occur on Monday, October 28 to approve the 2013-2014 levy budget numbers. The Aid Certification will become available on October 15. The next regular meeting will be on Monday, November 11 at 7 p.m.
Playoff dreams shattered for Tigers season BY TASHA MUELLER For the past eleven straight seasons, the Hillsboro Tiger football team has been able to keep their conference wins within the top four spots of the conference to secure a spot for the playoff race. This season, Hillsboro has been unable to keep the tradition alive after being knocked out of the bracket with a tough overtime loss to Brookwood on Friday night. Hillsboro had ample time to put away Brookwood before the overtime occurred, but was unable to capitalize on an offense possession as Brookwood found a touchdown with their turn ending the game 21-15. Hillsboro put together the first scoring drive for the night as Matt Bartles ran the ball for 25-yards with a good extrapoint kick from Moa Jillefors taking the lead 7-0. The third quarter went scoreless, as Brookwood answered back with a 40-yard pass from Dominic Luxton in connection with Josh Marten. Jack Hansen added the extra ball with a successful kick and tied up the ball game. Hillsboro’s Brandon Stanek gets through to the end zone to help the Tigers take a 13-7 lead. The touchdown connected for six-yards from quarterback Grant Jefferies. Adding on a
few points, the Tigers faked a two-point conversion and was able to edge a 15-7 lead. Brookwood fumbled the ball in the middle of the third quarter as Hillsboro gained possession on their own 40-yard line. The possession was not enough, as Brookwood easily gained back possession and earned an additional touchdown at 4:11 left in the fourth quarter. Paul Ryan ran for 12-yards as he additionally added on two points for the two-point conversion to tie the game. Hillsboro’s Max Sebranek was able to return the ball near the 36-yard line with hopes of gaining a late lead. On the fourth down, Jefferies intended for a Tiger downfield but Brookwood’s Marten intercepted with 34 seconds left, sending the game into overtime. Hillsboro possessed the ball beginning in overtime but was unable to made the connection in the end zone to end the game. Brookwood looked towards the win over Hillsboro for the first time since 2001 as Ryan was able to make that fact a reality and uplifted the Falcons to a 21-15 win with a threeyard run. Stanek led with 91 rushing yards, as Bartels racked up 73 and Max Sebranek gained 57 yards. Brookwood’s Ryan lead
Brookwood football players celebrate after the three-yard run from Paul Ryan in overtime edges a big win over Hillsboro 21-15. The Falcons have not won against Hillsboro since the 2001 season. TASHA MUELLER PHOTO
with 70 rushing yards on 19 tries. With the win for Brookwood and week 9 fast approaching to end the regular football season, the Falcons have tied the conference title race with New Lisbon as the Rockets suffered their first season loss to Necedah in week 8 with a final score of 21-14. New Lisbon, Brookwood and Necedah have secured playoff spots for the upcoming tournament season. Brookwood has not seen the playoff brackets since 2007. Royall clinched their spot for a playoff appearance after defeating Cashton 24-14. The Panthers have been unable to make the appearance for eleven seasons, since 2002. The Panthers will need to win the upcoming final game in order to secure the playoff spot. Week 9 will determine the final conference and playoff standings as Royall (4-4, 3-3) hosts New Lisbon (6-2, 5-1), Wonewoc-Center (0-8, 0-6) travels to Hillsboro (4-4, 2-4), Necedah (6-2, 4-2) hosts Cashton (3-5, 2-4) and Brookwood (7-1, 5-1) travels to Bangor (5-3, 3-3). Last season, Bangor were the outright season conference title winners, as New Lisbon or Brookwood will look towards a tie for a conference title or gaining an outright possession.
Hillsboro’s Brandon Stanek runs the ball in the end zone during the fourth to give the Tigers a 13-7 lead. The team faked a successful two-point conversion and edged 15-7, as Brookwood answered back, leading the game into overtime.
Hillsboro Community Center registers deer and bear BY TASHA MUELLER
As bow hunting season has commenced and deer rifle season will arrive within the next month, the Hillsboro Community Center will serve hunters the availability to register deer and bear for the second year. Located at 205 Mill St., next to the Kwik Trip store in Hillsboro, hunters will have ample time to register their tro-
phy animals. When the nine-day gun deer season opens in November, the Community Center will be open November 23 through 24 from 9 a.m. until 11 p.m. From November 25 to the season’s end on December 1, the center will be open from 11 a.m. until 11 p.m. For bow hunting and bear registration, the center will be
open at 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and 12 p.m. on Sundays. Regular hours for the Community Center are 4-11 pm, Tuesday through Saturday and 12-11 p.m. on Sundays. The center is closed on Mondays. Questions and more information can be obtained by calling the center at 608-489-3856.
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Lyme Disease support group for six county area CONTRIBUTED BY GARY CEPEK 1) Our area-wide Lyme Support Group meets for the sake of those afflicted with Lyme's Borrelia Burgdorferi (BB) and/or other Tick Born Diseases (TBD). At our meetings we discuss and evaluate the measures we individually take to combat our afflictions. We welcome all interested persons to attend. Come to glean helpful information, or to share your thoughts and experiences about living with Tick Borne Illnesses (TBI). Plan on attending on Friday, October 25, 2013 at the meeting room of the Hillsboro Public Library, 819 High Ave., Hillsboro, WI. from 6:30-8:00pm. Any questions or comments? Email us at garycepek@yahoo.com, or phone 608/489-2725 (ask for Gary). 2) The Lyme bacteria Borrelia Burgdorferi (BB), like most bacteria, is one of the most adaptive creatures made by God. So are the other Tick Borne Disease agents. (TBD) What can a person, in addition to medical treatment, do at home to personally and daily fight BB / TBD and its debilitating effects on our bodies? Here are some questions worth asking: How hospitable a home is my body to BB / TBD? How strong or weak is my immune system? What effect are antibiotics and medicines I take having on my body? How is my overall physical condition? General answers to these general questions are found in: a) Foods I eat/don't eat for the sake of my health; b) Herbs and pro-biotics which I regularly use; c) Making sure that that improving my physical condition is a priority, especially as the disease wears me down. Do you keep physically busy as best you can, even with the limitations imposed by your pain? And, are you working to maintain, and even increase your physical conditioning, even if it is just seemingly little things, for just little amounts of time, with the goal of slowly but surely stretching out the efforts and time spent? Are you determined to personally fight back against BB, not just give in to it? Or are you sore-
ly tempted, due to pain and ill feelings, to do little or nothing? This challenge faces every one of us who have had to struggle with Lyme. Some folks give in to BB / TBD and their lives sink further and further into misery, as if nothing can be done. They may simply wish the Dr. could fix it with medicines. But antibiotics alone cannot fix it. Diet is also important. Nearly all the pre-packaged items available at the grocery store contain ingredients that assist BB and TBD's to maximize their attack on the body. BB and TBD's can trick your body into attacking itself. Various kinds of these self-destructive attacks are what is known in general terms as auto-immune disease. BB / TBD's stimulate autoimmune destruction so as to feast on the residues loosed into your body's system by the destruction of your body's cells by your body's own defense systems. One way, not the only way, is to alter your diet. Eliminate foods and additives which benefit BB / TBD's. Rather put into your body foods, herbs, and pro-biotics which make your body toxic to BB / TBD's. Diet won't rid your body of these invaders, but it can and will greatly minimize their harmful work and improve your overall health. Such a change of life's habits takes slow, careful, and wise planning. It may be that BB / TBD are well established in a chronic sufferer's body and will live there as long as the LORD God gives one life here on this present earth. Until then the questions and the more general assertions written in the preceding paragraphs reflect not only good practices to develop, but are beneficial practices reflected in the lives of many who continue to daily fight Lyme diseases destructive effects. For more specific discussions on the general comments above, you are welcome to visit our monthly support group meeting and listen is as we describe and help one another evaluate what works and what is not working, as we together focus our efforts to make our bodies inhospitable to BB and TBD's.
Valley Community Center Fall Rummage Sale BY TASHA MUELLER
If you travel right outside of Hillsboro, on Hwy 33, you may stumble upon County Highway P that will take you into a quiet community of Valley. The rather small area might possibly have the biggest open arms to offer to anyone that comes to town when hosting their annual rummage sale in the community hall. The Valley Community Center, located right on E14338 County Highway P, will be full of fall aromas and plenty of items for sale. Items for sale include collectibles, crafts, Diamond Willow
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walking sticks, candles, baby clothes, Simply Tasteful items, fall arrangements, honey, and pumpkins. Also, Valley community members have been busy making the best pies in Western Wisconsin and will be available for sale, with lunch items also available for purchase. The one-day event will be held this Saturday, October 9 beginning at 9 a.m. and going until 3 p.m. If you are unable to make it for the fall event, the Valley Community Center also host a spring rummage sale with plenty of more items available right in time for Mother’s Day.
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Antiques: Hand push mower’s, 5 gal Red Wing jug, 28” Belle City Threshing Machine, 5 Wisconsin Agriculturist Magazines from 1902 and 1903, box of Gristwold & Wagner cast iron, Scott’s lawn mower, antique butter churns, Red wing crocks, blue jars, antique automobile signs, antique custom jewelry, lanterns, 1972 Richland Co. pictorial atlas, Box of 1903 Chicago magazines written in Norwegian, 1947 comic books, hand crank tin City seed corn grader. Lawn & Garden: David white transit, lots of garden hand tools, grill, wooden ammo boxes, produce stand on steel wheels, trap throwers, , JR. Watkins duster,chain link fence 6’ & 8’. Household/Furniture: glass furniture glides, Red Wing watercooler, Ingraham mantle clock, Meat grinders, lg glass wine maker jars, dinner bell, bog boots, combination wall safe, mantle clocks, SS water kettle w/ jacket. Lumber: red elm & misc. lumber, Exotic maple lumber, 6’ 5500 lb. pallet jack, Wood Working: table saws- one with attached 4” jointer. Farm Machinery: N.1. spreader axles steel wheels, MCD #4 spreader, 1 row corn planter, MCK grain drill wheels, JD #7 corn sheller, running gears, bundle carrier for Mck corn binder, 2 Pequea manure spreaders one completely gone thru w stainless web and widespread, 6 bolt wagon gear, Barnard & Leas mfg co. no.2. Grain cleaner, JD manure spreader, JD 3 sec, drag. Stoves: 4 door wood oven Lg. Mullet heating stove, white enamel stove Coins: 1OO’s of silver coins, 100s of silver certificate bills. Horse Equipment: light steel shoeing rack, wide track bobsled, white oak sled runner, used double buggy harness complete, new leather draft horse nose baskets, nylon halters. Misc: 8x10 chicken coop, 10 gauge steel shotgun shells #2 shot. TERMS: Cash or Good check w/picture ID. Not responsible for accidents or lost articles. Announcements made on sale day take precedence over written material. http://www.growersproduceauction.com for more info Call Stanford Bender 608-799-7474 or Darwin Meissen 608-632-4118 REG. WISCONSIN AUCTIONEERS: Philip Wolf #2282, Tom Simonson #244, Alan Brubaker, John Marg, Ryan Adams #2419
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Wolves take down Falcons move up in conference BY TASHA MUELLER It was a match the Lady Wolves really wanted. The team as a whole played aggressive and passionate and took down the Royall Panthers 25-17, 25-22, 25-23 in a Scenic Bluffs Conference match-up Thursday at the Royall High School. The Lady Wolves looked to avenge a 3-2 loss to Royall earlier this season during a season conference quadrangular at Necedah. Royall was unable to make up difficult mistakes early on within the first game, and was unable to edge the Wolves with only a few points scattered throughout the three game set. The Wolves were able to move into a second place tie with Bangor after another early week 3-0 win over Brookwood. Wonewoc-Center took a 25-23 win in game one, took game two
27-25, and succeeded in game three 2517. Royall was unable to rally against the Bangor Cardinals last Tuesday. The Lady Panthers took the opening game 25-20, but fell in game two 25-20 as Bangor gained momentum. Royall took game three 26-24 only to see the Cardinals rally in game four with a 2521 finish, as Bangor was able to successfully win in game five 15-13 to take the match 3-2. Paige Hyer led with 33 kills, 12 assists, and three aces against Bangor. Bekah Cleaver rounded 10 kills and Jenna Parrish chalked up 25 assists in the early week loss. Against Wonewoc-Center, Hyer led with 16 kills and six assists. Both teams attended the North Crawford Invitational on Saturday. Wonewoc-Center pulled out a 3-2 invitational record for the day, as Royall
rallied in three tough losses against Dodgeville, North Crawford and Belmont. Both teams will host county rivals during the final week of the regular season on Tuesday, with the Panthers hosting Necedah and the Wolves taking on New Lisbon, before wrapping the regular season with road league games. Royall will take on conference champion Hillsboro in Hillsboro. The Tigers wrapped up the league title with their win over Cashton on Thursday. Wonewoc-Center will take on Cashton in Cashton. Varsity action is scheduled to start at 7:30 pm. Hillsboro’s current record is 11-1 to gain the title as the Tigers are state ranked in the 8th spot. The WIAA tournament will begin on Tuesday, October 22.
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Wonewoc Library Wonewoc Public Library Board Meeting Agenda – October 22, 2013 1. Call to order – October 22, 2013 at 5pm 2. Roll call and introduction of visitors 3. Adoption of agenda 4. Verification of notification of meeting 5. Approval of minutes from previous meeting 6. Financial Report Treasurer’s Report 7. Director’s Report 8. A. Circulation B. Book fines and copies C. What we’ve accomplished D. Looking ahead 9. Old Business A. Building expansion update/committee report B. Update on software migration C. Update on Internet provider change D. 2014 Budget update from Village 10. New Business A. Discuss changing hours of operation in January B. Discuss potential need for automatic door openers in new addition 11. If deemed necessary go to closed session Closed Session – Pursuant to State Statute 19.85(1)© considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility. 12. Reconvene in Open Session to take such action as may be appropriate regarding closed session matters, and/or adjourn the meeting. 13. Date of next meeting November 19, 2013 at 5pm 14. Adjournment
LaValle’s free community meal LaValle’s free community meal is hosted by Advent Christian Church at 200 LaValle Street. It is free to the public from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Menu includes Lasagna casserole, meatballs, sweet peas, garden salad, fruit cup, dessert and beverages. Two anonymous sponsors plus St. Paul Lutheran and Zion Lutheran churches of La Valle will sponsor this month’s meal. We thank them for their generosity. Volunteers serving the meal are from Zion and St. Paul Lutheran, Valton Wesleyan, Holy Family Catholic, and Advent Christian church. If you would like to sponsor or serve a meal for 2014 call Arlene Videle 985-7554 or Pegg Conderman 9857054. With your help this outreach program will continue throughout next year. Wonewoc-Center’s Emma Schumann reaches up to get the ball past the Royall Panthers that edged a 3-0 win on Thursday evening. TASHA MUELLER PHOTO
Wonewoc High School class of 1953 celebrates 50 years
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Hear about the library expansion and donor recognition! The Wonewoc High School Class of 1953 celebrated their 60th Class Reunion on September 28th at the Hillsboro Hotel "Beezers". A noon meal was served and the afternoon and evening was spent reminiscing and visiting. Classmates attending were: Front Row - (L to R), David Buss, David Biermeir, Don King, John Lucht. Second Row - Earl Muller,
Joan (Moll) Schroeder, Janet (Peterson) Stanek, Richard Schultz. Third Row - Art Feldman, Annette (Backeberg) Gross, Audrey (Stittleburg) Kaske. Fourth Row - Reginald Schroeder and Wayne Raese. We were honored to have several members from other classes join us.
Wednesday, October 30, 2013 6:00PM–7:00PM at the Wonewoc Village Hall 200 West Street, Wonewoc Questions: Wonewoc Library 608.464.7625
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The Messenger of Juneau County’s want ads are just $10 for the first 20 words. Additional words are 10 cents each. To place an ad, call 1-(608)-462-4902, fax to 1-(608)-462-4903 or email to: themessenger@centurytel.net. We reserve the right to reject any ad that does not meet our standards.
APARTMENTS NEW LISBON: 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Includes heat, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer, dryer and garage. Located on Allen Road, New Lisbon. Call Real Estate Management 608-356-5050 or go to www.realestate managementsolutionsllc.com b1tf FOR RENT: ELROY 2 bedroom apartment $325, 2 bedroom house $425. References, security deposit required. No pets. Call 608462-5595. b19tf NECEDAH: 2 bedroom. Rent based on 30% of income. Spacious unit! Find out how low your rent can go! Call Mel at 1-800-9444866 Ext. 126. Equal Housing Opportunity. b2tf NEW LISBON: Rent you can afford! 1 or 2 bedrooms available in New Lisbon. Rent based on 30% of income. On site laundry, off street parking. Call today! 1-800-944-4866 Ext. 126. Equal Housing Opportunity. b6tf ELROY: 1 and 2 bedroom apartment for rent. 204 Prospect St. Elroy. 1st month rent and sec. deposit required. 2 bedroom $475/mo. and 1 bedroom $425/mo. Goebel Properties. 608-482-3956. b9tf ELROY: 1 and 3 bedrooms available. Rent based on 30% of income. On site laundry, edge of town, private entry, storage. Call 608-462-5300. Equal Housing Opportunity. b10tf HILLSBORO: 2 or 3 bedrooms available now. Rent starting at $421 and $466. Private entry, storage, on site laundry. Call TODAY 608-489-3258. Equal Housing Opportunity b11tf
HOUSES FOR RENT MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT: 2 bedroom mobile homes available in Mauston area. References and Security Deposit Required. Call 608-847-6159. b1tf FOR RENT: Older 4 bedroom house in the country with garage. Available November 1. $500 a month. W9484 Gehri Rd. Wonewoc. 608-464-7732 p11
HOUSES FOR SALE HILLSBORO: 4 bedroom house in Hillsboro, with garage. Good location, 2 porches. Call 1-608-4893651 or leave message. p11
HOUSES FOR SALE FOR SALE: Three bedroom, 2 bath, 14’ X 70’ mobile home includes stove and refrigerator at Mauston Mobile Manor; Call Dennis at (608) 548-5129 b11-3
LOT FOR SALE FOR SALE: Improved buildable lot. 2.4 acres with spectacular views. Wildcat Mountain State Park, Sparta/Elroy bike trail nearby. Call Gary Rose at 608547-6885. b11-2
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SERVICES Computer Repair. Contact Dave Heilman 608-463or email: 7646 dheilman@centurytel.net. New and refurbished computers in stock. I make house calls! b1tf VALERIE’S DOLL HOSPITAL/BRIDAL OUTLET Custom sewing, zippers replaced, hemming, mending, alterations, dolls repaired and dressed, quilts repaired. Valerie Schauer 31802 Oxbow Avenue in Elroy. Call ahead 608-5420091 b10-4
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FOR SALE FOR SALE: Used: 18.5 cu. ft. refrigerator $200. 4 burner gas range (Maytag) $140. Very good condition. 903746-3221. In Wonewoc. b10-2 FOR SALE: For Fall, fullsize quilted bedspread, skirt, shams, curtains (for 2 windows). $40. Like New. 4628672. b11 FRUITCAKES: All natural fruitcakes are ready through the Wonewoc Methodist Guild. $6 a piece. Call Jan Byington 464-3936 or June Schnoor 464-7458. b11-2
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Resident Care Assistant (RCA) Are you looking for a rewarding position and a fun place to work? Resident Care Assistants provide companionship, friendship, and laughter to our residents by assisting in personal cares, cleaning, cooking, laundry, and assisting with medications. Applicants should enjoy caring for and giving support to the elderly, a fast paced atmosphere and have good speaking, reading and written skills. We have Part time openings in Assisted Living and Memory Care. We offer an excellent training program and train our Resident Care Assistants according to DHS 83 regulations. We offer a great benefits package for full and part time team members. Starting Wage depends on experience! Interested individuals should apply at:
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GARAGE SALE: Saturday only, October 19th from 7:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. County Road W, between Kendall and Union Center, Enjoy the beautiful Fall colors, and look over a great sale. Including Antiques, crafts, fall decorating, furniture, Christmas items, cook ware, Refreshments served. 30694 Cty Rd. W, Elroy, WI. 608-462-2222 b11
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VILLAGE OF WONEWOC POSITION OPENING
The Village of Wonewoc is seeking applicants to fill the Utility Clerk position. This part-time position will remain open until an offer is accepted. Job Summary: The Utility Clerk is a part-time position (65%) and performs a variety of clerical and accounting duties. These involve record keeping and financial transactions including utility billing, collection of utility payments and data processing using CIVICS accounting software. For a detailed position description, please go to our web site at www.wonewocwisc.com and click on notices. Interested candidates should send an application letter and resume to: Village of Wonewoc, PO Box 37, Wonewoc, WI 53968.
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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY Notice Setting Time to Hear Application and Deadline for Filing Claims (Informal Administration) IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Merlin R. Leschinsky Case No. 13PR72 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: An application for informal administration was filed. The decedent, with date of birth December 27, 1941 and date of death August 6, 2013, was domiciled in Juneau County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of W7205 12th Avenue, Necedah, WI 54646. The application will be heard at the Juneau County Justice Center, 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin, Room 2300, before Diane Mortensen, Probate
Registrar, on November 4, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. You do not need to appear unless you object. The application may be granted if there is no objection. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is January 9, 2014. A claim may be filed at the Juneau County Justice Center, 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin, Room 2300. This publication is notice to any persons whose names and address are unknown. /s/ Diane Mortensen Probate Registrar Dated September 25, 2013 Attorney Ray Feldman State Bar No. 1009392 P.O. Box 119 Mauston, WI 53948 608-847-6100 Publish: October 3, 10, 17, 2013 WNAXLP
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff Vs. Defendants KATHLEEN E. PHILLIPS, et al. Case No. 12 CV 284 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on November 5, 2012 in the amount of $72,775.64, the Juneau County Sheriff will sell the premises described below at public auction as follows: DATE/TIME: November 5, 2013 at 10:05 AM. TERMS:1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens, encum-
brances, and payment of applicable transfer taxes. PLACE: In the Lobby of the Juneau County Justice Center, 200 Oak Street, Mauston, Wisconsin, 53948. PROPERTY DESCRPTION: The North Half (N 1/2) of the West Half (W 1/2) of Lot Three (3), Block Three (3) of George M. Fowler's Addition to the City of Elroy, Juneau County, Wisconsin. ADDRESS: 1424 Academy Street, Elroy, WI 53929 TAX KEY NO: 292210453 Dated this 17th day of September 2013 Brent Oleson, Juneau County Sheriff Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Mark R. Cummisford, State Bar # 1034906 6508 South 27th Street, Suite #6 Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-761-1700 Publish: October 10, 17, 24, 2013 WNAXLP
Notice of Pool Renovation The City of New Lisbon is accepting sealed bids for the following work for the City of New Lisbon Swimming Pool in the spring of 2014: Replaster: • Chip existing plaster at tile and fittings • Wash/prep for new plaster • Apply bonding agent • Apply AGSCO Exposed Aggregate Pool Finish Tile • Remove and replace 3” tile at the gutter edge • Replace all tile in kiddie pool • Remove and replace tile crosses on north end of pool • Concrete • Repair cracks on south wall of kiddie pool • Remove and repair all cracked plastic on skimmer at kiddie pool and include remove and replace concrete • Repair plastic drain at south-end of large pool and include removal and replacement of concrete • Repair cracks in floor and walls of both pools • Replace damaged or deteriorated concrete bullnose Project completion date must be by May 16, 2014. Bids must be received by 4:00 PM on Monday, November 4, 2013 and sent to: City of New Lisbon, PO Box 218, New Lisbon, WI 53950 and marked with “Pool Renovation Bids” on the envelope. Proposals will not be opened publicly. For additional information or a tour of the facility, please contact Bob Anderson at 608-562-5213 extension 1. The City of New Lisbon reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids. Lisa Vinz City Clerk/Treasurer Publish: October 17, 24, 2013 WNAXLP
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O’DELLS BAY SANITARY DISTRICT #1 O’DELLS BAY SANITARY DISTRICT #1 N7832 LAKE VIEW COURT NEW LISBON, WI 53950 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING AT 9:00 a.m., THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2013 HALF MOON BAY COMMUNITY CLUB HOUSE N7832 LAKE VIEW COURT NEW LISBON, WI 53950 Tracy Tomaloff, Administrator Publish: October 10, 17, 2013 WNAXLP IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR DRINKING WATER Monitoring Requirements Not Met for New Lisbon Waterworks We are required to monitor your drinking water for specific contaminants on a regular basis. Results of regular monitoring are an indicator of whether or not your drinking water meets health standards. Between January 1, 2013 and January 31, 2013, we did not monitor for coliform bacteria contaminants, and therefore cannot be sure of the quality of your drinking water during that time. What precautions should be taken at this time? There are no special precautions you need to take at this time. However, it is important to remember that the quality of your drinking water is not known at this time. What was the cause of the missed monitoring requirements? Heath issues/Water main work What is being done to correct the problem? Education of the proper sampling plan to operators other than the lead operator. When will the problem be resolved? Already done. New samples have been taken and submitted. If you have any questions regarding the safety of our drinking water, please contact: Jeff Berry, 131 Webster St, New Lisbon, WI 53950 or call 608-562-5986. I certify that the information and statements contained in this public notice are true and correct and have been provided to consumers in accordance with the delivery, content, format, and deadline requirements in Subchapter VII of ch. NR 809, Wis. Adm. Code. Jeff Berry Dated: February 7, 2013 Publish: October 17, 2013 WNAXLP
TOWN OF LEMONWEIR TOWN OF LEMONWEIR SPECIAL TOWN BOARD MEETING Monday, October 21, 2013, at the Town Hall (N3935 19th Ave.) at 7:00 p.m. The Town of Lemonweir town board will meet at 7:00 p.m. at the town hall to discuss and prepare the 2014 Budget and approve payment of late vouchers. No other business will be heard at this meeting. Regular monthly Town Board meeting is scheduled for November 12, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. watch The Messenger for future notices. Carin E. Leach, Administrator 608-847-4786 Publish: October 17, 2013 WNAXLP VILLAGE OF CAMP DOUGLAS Ordinance 2013-1 Ordinance amending Clerk-Treasurer ordinance to comply with change in State law. The Village Board of Camp Douglas does hereby ordain that Section 3.202(5) of the Camp Douglas Code of Ordinances is amended to read as follows: (5) Residency: There is no residency requirement for the position of Clerk-Treasurer. Approved: Charles Earl Ells, Village President Attest: Carolyn Hoeth, Village Clerk-Treasurer Dated: October 19, 2013 Votes 6 ayes 0 nays 0 abstentions Publish: October 17, 2013 WNAXLP VILLAGE OF CAMP DOUGLAS Ordinance 2013-2 Ordinance amending Director of Public Works ordinance to comply with change in State law. The Village Board of Camp Douglas does hereby ordain that Section 3.209(5) of the Camp Douglas Code of Ordinances is amended to read as follows: (5) Residency: The DPW shall become and remain a resident of the Village, or within fifteen (15) miles of the Village border, within six (6) months following the date of appointment. The residency requirement may be extended for an additional six (6) months by resolution of the Board by twothirds vote. Approved: Charles Earl Ells, Village President Attest: Carolyn Hoeth, Village Clerk-Treasurer Dated: October 19, 2013 Votes: 6 ayes 0 nays 0 abstentions Publish: October 17, 2013 WNAXLP
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VILLAGE OF CAMP DOUGLAS Ordinance 2013-3 Ordinance amending Chief of the Fire Department ordinance to comply with change in State law. The Village Board of Camp Douglas does hereby ordain that Section 3.211(4) of the Camp Douglas Code of Ordinances is amended to read as follows: (5) Residency: There is no residency requirement for the position of Chief of the Fire Department. Approved: Charles Earl Ells, Village President Attest: Carolyn Hoeth, Village Clerk-Treasurer Dated: October 19, 2013 Votes: 6 ayes 0 nays 0 abstentions Publish: October 17, 2013 WNAXLP
TOWN OF FOUNTAIN Town of Fountain Public Hearing for Variance Request Wednesday, October 30th 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall Todd and Rhonda Cook, owners of the property at N5830 Braund Rd in Camp Douglas, are requesting a variance to expand an existing shed on the property. The location of the proposed building is less than 50 feet from the adjoining property. Following the public hearing the Board of the Town of Fountain will have a special meeting and make a determination of the building permit. Sarah Ann Shanahan, Clerk Publish: October 17, 24, 2013 WNAXLP
CITY OF ELROY NOTICE TO BIDDERS 35 Acres of Land for Sale City of Elroy The City of Elroy is currently accepting sealed bids for approximately 38 acres of land located immediately west and south of the City Cemetery in the Southwest ¼ of the Southeast ¼ of Section 32, T15, R2W, along West Elroy Street (County Road O). The land is primarily wooded with a small amount of agricultural land and is currently zoned agricultural. Because the land is located within the city limits it cannot be used for hunting. The successful bidder will be responsible for a recorded survey and recording fees. Interested bidders shall submit a sealed bid to Elroy City Hall by 3:00 PM on November 12, 2013. Bids shall contain: 1. Name, address and phone number of bidder 2. Price per acre ($#,###.## /acre) and a total a. (minimum total bid amount for consideration will be $40,000) After the final survey of the parcel, the total price will be calculated based on the bid price per acre plus the survey and recording costs. The price will be for 38 acres, +/- 1 acre. Bid information available at Elroy City Hall, 225 Main St., Elroy, WI 53929. Sealed Bids are due November 12, 2013, at 3:00 p.m. Any questions about the sale of this property shall be directed to the City Administrator at 608-462-2400. All bids are subject to the approval of the Elroy City Council. The City of Elroy has the right to refuse any and all bids. CITY OF ELROY LAND SALE BID INFORMATION Location: West Elroy Street – or County Trunk Highway O, on southwest side of the City Legal Desc.: Southwest ¼ of the Southeast ¼ of Section 32, T15, R2W Access: Will be from West Elroy Street
All Bids are subject to the approval of the City Council. The City of Elroy has the right to refuse any and all bids. Publish: October 17, 24, 2013 WNAXLP
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NEW LISBON SCHOOL DISTRICT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOOL DISTRICT OF NEW LISBON PK-12 IMC Monday, September 9, 2013, 7:00 P.M. The regular board meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Board President Hopper. Present were Boyle, Cowan, Hopper, Kopplin, Murphy, and Woggon. Absent was Neitzel. Also present were Principals Toelle and Syftestad, Superintendent Birr, and interested citizens. Verification of Compliance with Open Meeting law. Roll Call: Motion by Murphy, second by Boyle to approve the agenda for the September 9, 2013 regular school board meeting as printed. Motion carried. Vote: 6 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Motion by Murphy, second by Cowan to approve the regular school board meeting minutes of August 12, 2013 as printed and special school board meeting minutes of August 26, 2013 as printed. Motion carried. Vote: 6 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Recognition of Visitors – None Updates – Mrs. Walker, Athletic Director Updates – Mr. Syftestad Updates – Mr. Toelle Superintendent’s Report – Mr. Birr Policy Committee Report – Mrs. Woggon Period of Public Comments – None Motion by Kopplin, second by Woggon to approve the August monthly invoices as reviewed and to issue checks #44407 through #44510 and manual check #1572 in the amount of $626,016.14 and to pay the same. Motion carried. Vote: 6 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain New Business - Celebrate New Lisbon – Principal Toelle introduced and welcomed new elementary staff members for the 2013-2014 school year, including Michael Stoughtenger, grade 4 teacher, Kevin Gassman, kindergarten teacher, Monica Bork, guidance counseler, and Nicole Paukner, parttime music teacher. Principal Syftestad introduced his new staff members consisting of junior high math teacher, Mathew Hartmann and high school science teacher, Jennifer Pedersen. Motion by Murphy, second by Kopplin to accept the snow plow bid from Quality Lawn Care and Snow Removal as presented. Motion carried. Vote: 6 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Motion by Murphy, second by Boyle to approve the music trip to New York City as presented. Motion carried. Vote: 6 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Motion by Woggon, second by Cowan to approve the music field trip to Renaissance Festival in Shakopee. Motion carried. Vote: 6 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Motion by Hopper, second by Boyle to approve short-term borrowing up to 1.4 million from BMO Harris. Motion carried. Vote: 6 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Presentation of Student Test Data – Mr. Birr Period of Public Comments – None Motion by Murphy, second by Boyle to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. Vote: 6 Yes 0 No 0 Abstain Meeting adjourned at 7:34 pm. Publish: October 17, 2013 WNAXLP
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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY Order Setting Time to Hear Petition for Special Administration (Formal Administration) IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Nicholas P. Sanfilippo Case No. 13PR74 A petition for the appointment of a special administrator was filed. THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth September 14, 1931 and date of death December 18, 2012 was domiciled in Juneau County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of N8931 Mallard Dr., New Lisbon, WI 53950. THE COURT ORDERS: The petition be heard at the
Juneau County Courthouse, Mauston, Wisconsin, Br 2, before Paul S. Curran, Court Official, on November 18, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. You do not need to appear unless you object. The petition may be granted if there is no objection. Publication of this notice is notice to any interested persons whose names or addresses are unknown. BY THE COURT: Paul S. Curran Dated: October 3, 2013 Sara M. Schmeling State Bar No. 1086879 165 Bishops Way Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Publish: October 17, 24, 31, 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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The October 15th, Juneau County Board Meeting was called to order at 9:30 a.m. by Juneau County Board Chairman Ali Peterson at the County Board Room. They approved the September 17, 2013 Juneau County Board of Supervisors Meeting. There was a presentation of JCAIRS report by Herb Dannenberg. The plan for the fair grounds was looked at by the engineer and they are looking forward to future expansion. Pederson questioned if there was a need to build a bridge and also had concern over temporary runoff. There was also a question regarding the second lift station and if it picked up sewer and water. Dannenberg said it will work. Next on the agenda was Resolution 13-58 regarding authorizing submission of the Application on behalf of Central Housing Region (CDBG) and also the participation in the Wisconsin Community Development Grant Housing Program. This is a program for nine counties and Juneau County will be writing grants for the region. The no-interest loans are for low income home owners to improve their residents. The county will keep 15% of the moneys granted for writing the grants. Resolution 13-60 was next on the agenda and it was a request of support of proposal by Prosperity Southwest Wisconsin Requesting State Financial Support to the County Economic Development Organizations by providing Annual Grants of up to $24,000. Motion was carried. The land sale resolutions were addressed and the motion was carried. They were Resolution 13-61 Jerzy and Janina Brzostowicz – Town of Necedah; Resolution 13-62 – Kristofor Lenorud – City of Mauston and Resolution 13-63 – Stypula – Village of Necedah. There are several positions that need to be filled in Juneau County. A report was given by the Juneau County Personnel/Insurance Committee Review of Vacant Positions. The Personnel Committee is required by the County Ordinance to review every vacant position to determine whether the position needs to be filled. The position cannot be refilled unless the County Board adopts a motion authorizing the filling of the vacancy. Approved were the Social Worker at a Grade 13/18 with a pay scale of $17.32 to $21.96. The previous social worker resigned. Also Approved was the Economic Support Specialist at a Grade 10 pay scale of $15.76. This position was vacated due to a lay off. Also Approved was the Behavioral Health and Clinic Manager at a Grade 22 pay scale of $27.62 to $35.24. The previous person resigned. Ed Brown made a motion to table the Family Court Clerk in the Clerk of Court Department at pay scale 8 of $14.51.
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BY BILL SMITH My first thought was to use this week's column for some comments on our country's financial situation. From no matter what angle I approached it, however, it was just too depressing, so I went on to the other thing that has occupied much of my television time the past few days – the baseball playoffs. I will admit I particularly enjoyed Sunday night's playoff game, in part because it gave us the kind of last-inning heroics that make baseball a great sport. I also enjoyed it because it gave me a chance to see Fielder, once at first base and the bat. Although he did not hit the ball out of the park, he did well enough so I could see that smile he flashes when he feels he has done well for his team. That smile is worth something. I also enjoyed the game because it was played at Fenway Park, which I consider the most interesting site for baseball currently available. One of the many things that make baseball a great sport is that each major league team has its own home field, each with somewhat different measurements, and surprises. Of all these, of course, I consider Fenway, with its green monster and otherwise interesting outfield measurements the most. I really don't care if the Boston fans get to cheer their team on the World Series, but it would be great to see some of the series games played in that park to top all in baseball. So, I enjoyed Sunday night's game for a variety of reasons, and plan to keep watching the playoffs until they finally get down to the two teams that will play a best-of-seven series for the 2013 national championship.
BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD "Not in our community," was the message heard loud and clear last Wednesday evening in Lyndon Station at a meeting in their village hall. The meeting was called by Village President David Klicko who, like many in the area, is opposed to the ATC Badger Coulee Transmission Line Project (high-voltage electric transmission lines) being routed through the heart of Lyndon Station. Routing the line through Lyndon Station is one of two proposals, the other route being considered would take place by the towers along the interstate. Klicko opened the meeting with wanting to know where others stood on the proposed route and if those opposed wanted to combine efforts in forming an action group to protest against the proposal. It quickly became obvious that the room filled with residents were all willing to be part of such a group as not one person spoke in favor of the proposed route. Many voiced frustrations of being unheard by ATC and their state legislators. One man commented that he had written letters to Representative Ed Brooks, Senator Dale Schultz, and Congressman Ron Kind. All but one failed to respond he said, "Rep. Kind sent me a letter back but it really didn't address the issue. I haven't heard from Brooks or
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The Messenger Just call 608-462-4902 or fax 608-462-4903 MAUSTON TRACK Taylor Miller rounds a corner in the opening mile of Saturday's Holte Invitational at Arcadia. Miller finished first overall with a time of 15:42.90, which helped the Golden Eagle team to a first place finish as well.
Taking Refuge BY STEVE NORLING It looks like more of our Necedah National Wildlife Refuge history this week, as the government is still shut down. I do not know how long this will last so you will just have to bear with me. As I stated last week, the visitor center is closed along with all interior roads such as the road to the Observation Tower, the road to Harvey’s Pond, the road to the Boghaunter Trail and any other interior roads. The township roads are still open, as the federal government has no control over them. All we can do is to hope this mess ends soon. So here goes this week’s history lesson. When the glacier melted it left a large portion of Wisconsin under what is call Glacial Lake Wisconsin. The refuge was originally under that lake. When the lake dried up what was left what the Great Central Wisconsin Swamp. This so-called swamp covered over 7,800 square miles. As it dried even more it became a varied landscape with parts of it becoming pine ridges, oak savannas, peat bogs and tamarack swamps. The only people inhabiting the area before the 1800s were American Indians. The greatest number of these natives were once called Winnebago’s and are now correctly known a Ho- Chunk. There were also a number of Chippewa and Menominee’s located in the area. Necedah was named by the Ho-Chunk as the word Necedah means yellow water in their native tongue. The yellow water taking its color from iron leeched from the sandy soil. While some French explorers may have been here in the 18th century, the first contact with the Ho-Chunk was in the early 19th century. One of the first (possibly the first) trading posts in the area was run by Amable Grignon and opened in 1826. It was located east of the refuge in what is now Armenia. By 1837 the Ho-Chunk had ceded all of their land in Juneau and almost all their land in Wisconsin. In 1848 the first sawmill in the area was built at the location of what is now the village of Necedah. Juneau and Adams were one county at the time and the total population was a staggering 187 people. Where the refuge lies today there were many wild cranberries and blueberries. In 1858 the bogs in what is now the refuge produced 28,000 bushels of cranberries and 5,000 workers were hired to harvest them. These cranberries and the blueberries harvested were shipped by rail to Milwaukee and Chicago. There were very few roads in the area with two railroads providing most of the transportation. There was a railroad that ran approximately where highway 173 now runs and another where highway 21 runs. In the early 1900s the north-south railroad that follows what is now highway 80 was built, giving the area great transportation for that day and age. Of all of the settlements that were located along these railroads only Sprague and Finley are still around. In the northwest corner of the refuge is Oak Ridge Cemetery, which was once part of the settlement of Meadow Valley, which in turn was located along the railroad where highway 173 is now located. In 1901, all of the timber having been cut off and people looking for farmland, drainage districts were formed. Farmers looking at the area felt that the black soil looked good for farming if it were just drained. Little did they know that this was really black sand. The ditches drained the swamp but did not make much of the land suitable for farming. Most of the farmers used other things to supplement their income. They harvested cranberries, blueberries, wiregrass and sphagnum moss and sold that. On bad crop years farmers actually had to gather leaves to feed their cattle and horses. Another problem with the area was the fires. Fires might start in the spring, get down into the peat and burn the bulk of the summer. While these fires were great for the blueberries they were not good for farming. When the great depression of the 1930s hit, things got much worse for the farmers. It was then that some of them just threw up their hands and walked away while others let their harms go for back taxes. There were some farms on what is now the south end of the refuge that were actually doing quite well. However, when the government had amassed all of the land around them they wound up purchasing them too. More history next week if the shutdown continues. Until then, “Hope we can get to the refuge.”
Mauston's Adam Kraemer darts through a muddy straightaway alongside Necedah's Trey Horbinski during Saturday's race at Arcadia. Kraemer finished second overall, Horbinski third.
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A wet weekend for a deer Hunt BY MARK WALTERS Hello friends, This week I am writing to you about my experiences during Wisconsin’s “Youth Deer Hunt”. This hunt is for kids that range from 10-15 and, in my opinion, is a super bonus for young hunters as well as their mentors. Friday, October 4th High 74, low 48 Lots of rain was forecast for this weekend and that would eventually be the case as I picked up my daughter, Selina and Jamie Bistodeau at the end of the school day. Selina is 12, has harvested one deer, which was an adult doe that she shot last December with a muzzleloader. Jamie Bistodeau is 15 and made an excellent shot on a doe three-years ago on a youth deer hunt hunt. Both of these girls are very active kids when it comes to playing in the outdoors and Jamie is one of the original KAMO kids and myself and other KAMO mentors have taken her on a great many experiences. This week one of my main accomplishments is that I easily talked my 22-year-old stepson, Travis Dushek into mentoring and Travis would do his best to help Jamie put a tag on a deer. So here is the scoop, we are camping on a farm near Stevens Point, I was here with my buddy Joey Gillis earlier in the week where we put up my pop up camper, double tarped it, and prepared our stands for the hunt. Today, we arrived just in time for me to show Travis and Jamie their stand and then get back to camp where, as usual, we cooked a fine meal and laughed a lot. Jamie and Selina have been on so many trips together that they have a blast and when they are not laughing, they are reading. Tonight, the rains came and I was happy that we prepared a head of time for what would be a 36-hour deluge! Saturday, October 5th High 63, low 45 Selina and I, on our deer hunts, with a rifle have a history of not seeing many deer that has never bothered my daughter, which is a sign of a healthy mind. This morning we were in a ground blind, it was very difficult to see as it was early, rainy, and there was some tall grass in front of us when Selina said “Dad, there’s a deer”. A lone deer was 80-yards away and potentially presenting Selina a shot. I told her to take it if it gave her a broadside shot. When the deer gave Selina the right shot she squeezed the trigger and instantly and painlessly harvested her first deer with a rifle. High fives and hugs were the order of the moment for a proud dad and his daughter. Later, Travis and Jamie came to our stand and we dragged Selina’s nubby buck back to camp. A little side story on that deer is that later in the day Selina told me that she was ashamed of herself for shooting a nubby buck, I told her that we would get at least 20-pounds of quality boneless meat out of that deer and that she had made an excellent shot on a lone and difficult to see whitetail deer. This afternoon, we laughed a lot at camp, ate a good meal that Travis cooked (teach year kids to cook, they will cook for you when they are adults) and then we went hunting again. Once again, rain was steady, Selina and I did not see a deer and Travis and Jamie had an experience with a trophy buck that they just could not get into range. Our evening was spent in the camper, listening to a solid downpour and strong winds as they tried to huff and puff and blow our house down.
The girls read and talked, everyone talked and joked, and the most was made of poor weather conditions. The following morning we were in the woods long before sunrise, no one saw a deer but hey, the sun was shining. Later, the girls and I break came while Travis skinned and butchered Selina’s “trophy”. Travis then cooked us homemade brats from a buck he had shot with a bow, and then taught himself how to make brats, this same week (teach your kids to butcher their own deer). The youth hunts are a great idea; please take advantage of them, as you can see, the results are very positive in many ways. Stay active! Sunset
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Left to Right: Jamie Bistodeau, Travis Dushek, and Selina Walters enjoying a moment next to Selina's deer
Left To Right: Jamie Bistodeau and Selina Walters dragging Selina's deer back to camp
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THE MESSENGER OF JUNEAU COUNTY
Wilton’s first annual Fall Fest
BY DIANNA ANDERSON Wilton’s Main Street was alive with activity on Saturday with the first Fall Fest including crafts, popcorn, scarecrows, music, bean bag tournament, and a vintage car show.
Each business on Main Street had a scarecrow on display on the sidewalk for judging, 400 Main Street Cafe was hopping with business and had crafts, tupperware, antique glassware, and much more to chose from.
October 17, 2013
Live music was playing on the sidewalk and people were stopping to chat as they strooled through the car show. The Fall Fest was a huge success for the small village, and it was a beautiful day for a festival.