Chieftain Manufacturing gives Osceola students confidence through crafting
BY MATT ANDERSON EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM
At Osceola High School, students with a certain skillset for crafting their own handmade products use Chieftain Manufacturing as an outlet for creativity, confidence, and a way to make a little cash. Led by Tech Education Teacher, Dan Perry, these young workers are getting a taste of what their hard work can give them in return by offering their products and services to the Osceola community.
“This started with my predecessor probably 10 years ago,” said Perry. “It was established as a capstone for juniors and seniors to show off what they have learned when they were underclassmen to come into the shop, know how to use all the equipment, to visualize products, and then be able to market those products.”
While Perry teaches and guides his students in Chieftain Manufacturing to make and market products, they are the ones who take the reins and responsibility for their own efforts. The students earn real money from the products they create and sell to incentivize them to continue growing in their craft and learn valuable skills they can take into the workforce as they exit high school.
“They do it all,” Perry said.
Osceola Parent Teacher Association provides invaluable connection
BY MATT ANDERSON EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM
Parents and teachers are always looking for ways to provide their young ones the best possible learning environment. Bridging the gap between parents and teachers in the Osceola community, the Osceola Parent Teacher Association (PTA) provides opportunities and resources to help the Osceola School District and its students thrive.
“We were originally a Parent Teacher Organization called Osceola Partners in Education (OPIE), started by a group of moms prior to the 2003-2004 school year,” said Osceola PTA president Emily Markson. “In 2007, we were established as a tax-exempt as a 501(c)3 PTA under the Wisconsin and National PTA. The National PTA offers guidance, resources, training, and other protections for financial liabilities. They also have marketing help for increasing membership, promoting events, etc.”
Since starting in the early 2000s, the Osceola PTA provides plenty of assets for the Osceola community and the Osceola School District including scholastic bookfairs, selling school spirit wear, and offering parents, staff and teachers a chance to collaborate on projects and events. The events, projects, and merchandise they offer are a welcome opportunity for teachers and staff to
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Polk County is $294k into legal fees over Stower Seven Lakes Trail
St. Croix County judge’s decisions favoring The Friends of Stower Seven Lakes Trail being appealed by county
BY RAYMOND T. RIVARD
It has yet to be determined who will foot the final accounting of Polk County’s legal bills, which are now approaching $300,000 over usage and control of the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail. Since 2021, the county has paid nearly $300,000 in attorney fees to VonBriesen & Ropert, S.C., and Attolles Law, S.C., both from Milwaukee – and that doesn’t include the most recent round of fees that will be due following the two appeals brought several months ago by the county.
ty’s insurance will pay the bulk of the bills, but what is clear is that the case has been dragged about for nearly four years as the county continues to seek a resolution that is in line with their wishes to open the small section of trail to horses and motorized vehicles.
The Friends of the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail (The Friends), a local organization that brought the original lawsuit against the
It’s unclear at this point whether county taxpayers or the coun-
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The St. Croix County judge’s decisions favoring The Friends of Stower Seven Lakes Trail are being appealed by the county.
Chieftain Manufacturing student J.J. Tinney welding holiday decorations for Osceola residents to purchase during the upcoming Christmas season.
STUDENTS: Chieftain Manufacturing gives Osceola students confidence through crafting
“I have them turn in a time sheet every week where they summarize what they’ve done, and as long as they turn that in, I give them five points. I’m not grading them and there’s no testing. It’s up to them. And then, at the end, depending on their grades and how much they participated, they will get profit-sharing based on how much money we’ve made. Then we go on a little spending spree. They get Amazon gift cards. That’s their incentive.
“The purpose is for them to show off what they’ve mastered before this class,” said Perry. “If they’re awesome at welding, they can be welding fire pits all day. If they love using the plasma cutter or the vinyl cutter or any of the cool equipment we have, they get
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to kind of show off what they’ve done. And they learn some weird marketing things that they never thought of. They might ask, ‘Why are we making Christmas trees in October?’ And I’d say, ‘Well, because the stores are going to start selling them and we need to have product there for them when they need it.’
“And then also there’s the profit-sharing thing. They’ve never thought about that. Where does the money go? Well, half goes to the company, then they divide it amongst 18 kids and it’s not going to be divided evenly. I think it’s a good lesson.”
Like any manufacturing job, the money the students receive depends on the time and effort they put into the class. The more effort they put into Chieftain Manufacturing, the higher their profit shares. Whether they’re restoring various items for community members or hand-build-
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ing holiday crafts to be purchased at stores like The Looking Glass and Coming Home, students see their hard work pay off and receive compensation for their time and effort.
“We’re making lots of ornament kind of things to go downtown,” said Perry. “We sell at a couple stores downtown. And we have a couple of bigger projects. We’re making some of the planter art that’s downtown along Main Street for Shirley Johnson. We refresh those every year and I give her a new batch every year. And we’ve been doing some restoration work like a big metal trellis that a teacher asked us to fix. I have a couple of guys that love car detailing. Anything to make a little bit of money, they’re into it.”
But Chieftain Manufacturing does more for students than just providing them some money to spend. Accord-
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ing to Perry, confidence is a key part of their work on their projects. As he watches his students hone their skills, be creative, and use their hands to build new products, he can see the reward and assurance they receive knowing their time and hard work is well spent.
“A lot of it is just the confidence to know that they can do something, and have it turn out good enough to sell,” Perry said. “Before they might be working on something that would just be for them and they’d say, ‘This is good enough.’ And then I’d say, ‘Well it has to be good enough that someone’s going to give you money for it and be happy with it.’ So, we’ve talked about that and the standards we have to meet when our stuff is out in the public. It’s a point of pride of making things that are going to last forever that somebody’s going to enjoy.”
As the students in Perry’s class prepare to exit high school and enter the workforce, Chieftain Manufacturing gives them the ability to build their particular skillset and be successful. With support from the Osceola community, whether buying products made by the students or bringing their various items to be restored, Perry is happy to see them progress as crafty kids getting ready to work when they graduate.
“I just think it’s great that we can get the word out to people in the community,” said Perry. “These kids are fantastic, they’re smart, and there are all kinds of different personalities, backgrounds, and viewpoints, and we all get along, work, have fun and get dirty in the shop together. And I think if the community knew that this kind of program existed, they’d be more supportive.”
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Chieftain Manufacturing offers Osceola students a way to put the skills they’ve learned into shop class into real-world product making, marketing, and selling. Pictured left to right: Micah Hecht, Dawson Zielsdorf, Lierra Wistrom, Ben Hermanson, Tony Smith, J. J. Tinney, Tred Hiljus, Dylan Hornung, Gavin Priebe, Aaron Solland, Joey Johnson, Landon Campeau, Ava Schueller, Aiden Miller, Lily Demars, Shelby Steele . Kneeling: Tech Education Teacher Dan Perry.
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AA meeting
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DECEMBER 1
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DECEMBER 4
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DECEMBER 6
Sock Hop
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FCCLA (Family, Career & Community Leaders of America) is having a Blessing Baskets fundraiser from 5:308:30 p.m. in the Osceola High School Commons. Admission is a package of socks (any size) or a monetary donation.
DECEMBER 7
Orchestra concert
The St. Croix Valley Orchestra will be performing at 7 p.m. at the Unity School Auditorium, Balsam Lake. Free will offering.
DECEMBER 8
Orchestra concert
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DECEMBER 14-16
Gingerbread House contest
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Time to take stock
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. When I was a child, the fifth of six children in my family, I always anticipated Thanksgiving. The meal was always wonderful, but I enjoyed the return of my older siblings for the holiday. Being together with the entire clan was the best part of the day.
Publisher Tom Stangl
The holiday changed when I left home, married, and had my own children. My household became a gathering place as my parents and in-laws came over for the day. I also spent time with grown siblings and my in-laws. But the constant in the enjoyment of the celebration was being with loved ones I hadn’t seen for a while.
After my children left home, I found myself anticipating the buzz of a full house when they came home for the holiday. If you haven’t already picked up on it, I enjoy being around my family.
For me, Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on our many blessings. Some days, it seems like we have nothing to be thankful for. With the seemingly constant bombardment of conflicting messages about what we need to be happy or successful, buying into the misery is frighteningly easy.
Social media and advertising prey on our insecurities. With the internet, we can be jealous of people half a world away from us without knowing who they are or anything else about their lives. If you only bought product X or drove vehicle Y, your life would be complete.
I hope you all realize that this is a load of bunk. At this time of year, we should be taking stock of the health and well-being of our loved ones. There are countless people who are much less fortunate than we are now. I’m sure if you stopped to think about it for a moment, you could come up with some examples.
I realize it isn’t glamorous to take stock of what you have, but I believe it’s a task we should do more often. Do you have a roof over your head? Were you able to eat more than once today? If so, you are far richer than you realize. Are you healthy enough to work? Do you have a job? You are ahead of many if you do.
It’s natural to want more than you have. Envy seems to be hard-wired into our genetic makeup. Perhaps it’s a remnant of early survival instincts. But our spiritual education teaches us to love our neighbor as ourselves. Doesn’t that mean if we succeed, our neighbor should as well?
I find myself looking at material things in a new light. Trinkets and gadgets are cool and shiny, but in the end, they won’t care if I am here or not. The people I care about will, which brings me back to the true reason for being thankful on Thanksgiving.
I hope you will be able to spend time with your family and friends on Thanksgiving. I hope the turkey is wonderful, there are enough rolls and mashed potatoes to go around and you get to sit at the grown up table, if that’s your thing. Make sure to pass the plates in the right direction. Help to clear the table and do the dishes. Avoid politics. Play cards or board games. Obey the rules. Make some memories. Be grateful. You are blessed beyond your comprehension.
As always, I welcome your comments. You can reach me by email at tstangl@theameryfreepress. com, telephone at 715-268-8101, or write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery, WI, 54001.
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Ihave a lot to be thankful for this Thanksgiving—when you think about it, we really all do. But it was around this time last year that all my health misadventures began. Little did I know, it was a slow buildup to what would be the scariest time in my life.
Editor Matt Anderson
For those who might remember, and those who hadn’t read my column around this time last year, I had my first genuine health scare that put me in the hospital just after Thanksgiving in 2023. I was driving home from my hometown in Rockton, Illinois, with my wife and son when I saw an odd rash on my thumb. It looked like a bunch of blood blisters, but by the time we got home, it was all over my hands, legs, and gums and was accompanied by bleeding in my nose – disconcerting, to say the least.
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line later, I was driving to the emergency room at Osceola Medical Center. A blood draw revealed that my platelets, which are responsible for blood clotting, were nearly zero. A normal range for a healthy person is anywhere from 150,000 to 450,000, but mine were at 1000. They were essentially nothing.
I was transferred to Regions to the oncology ward - also very disconcerting. Long story short, I had a condition called immune thrombocytopenia (ITP). “Something” was causing my immune system to flare up and attack the platelets in my blood. That rash I was seeing was something called petechiae. My blood was essentially leaking out of the pores in my skin. One bad fall, a car accident, or anything that could have caused internal bleeding, and I likely would have been kaput. That incident was scary enough, especially before we knew what it was that was happening. Cancer was something in the back of our minds for many hours before we received a diagnosis. But as far as what caused the ITP, nobody
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really knew. That is, until about 10 months later.
That’s when I entered the scariest time in my life. I would find myself back at Osceola Medical Center once again for another hospital stay when my kidneys were crashing, among a host of other scary symptoms. This time, however, the word “lymphoma” was a constant part of the conversation. For about 40 days while looking for an answer, we braced ourselves for a cancer diagnosis. Thankfully, that day never came. Instead, I was diagnosed with something else. That “something” which put me in the hospital nearly a year ago, was sarcoidosis. Turns out, it was likely something I had back then and just never knew it. The likelihood that the sarcoidosis is what caused my ITP episode is very high. Now, I’m treating it and things are looking up.
So, as I look back on the last year and all the stress, tears and fear that came with it, I can’t help but be incredibly thankful. Those
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Thanksgiving is a time for friends, family and holiday feasts—but can also be a very hectic day. With so much going on, curious pets often find a way to snoop where they shouldn’t, so it’s important to keep them top of mind while giving thanks.
Here are some pet safety tips from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) for your Thanksgiving gathering. While we recommend sticking to your pet’s normal diet on Thanksgiving, we understand that even our furry friends can’t resist the smell of turkey. If you do decide to feed your pet a small bite, make sure it’s boneless and fully cooked. Raw or undercooked turkey may contain salmonella
Waiting for a friend
Mbacteria and poultry bones can be a major choking hazard. If you plan to bake desserts, be sure your pets keep their noses out of the batter, especially if it includes raw eggs—they could contain salmonella bacteria that may lead to food poisoning. Give your cat and dog a small feast of their own. Try mixing some pieces of turkey, sweet potatoes and green beans into
y husband, Peter, told me about the unlikely friendship.
When we stay in Mexico, Peter walks the same route up to the environmental preserve every day. It’s a steep climb to the park, which is filled with wildlife and rare plants. Because Peter walks the same streets daily, he has gotten to know a lot of the people who have homes on the way up.
The whole thing started with Reacher, an exuberant 75-pound Belgian Malinois, and his American expat owner, Anita. The Belgian Malinois is a dog often trained for search and rescue. You might have seen videos of them scaling walls. Peter never saw Reacher actually climbing any walls, but he never doubted his ability to do so if the need arose.
Reacher is less than two years old, and he is a handful. Peter would stop and talk to Anita while she was trying (with limited success) to curb Reacher’s more enthusiastic impulses.
In Anita’s neighborhood, there also lived a feral dog who did not have a name or a home. Peter
their usual dinner. You can even top it off with a drizzle of gravy. You can also opt to stuff their Thanksgiving treats into a puzzle toy to keep them occupied during your meal. If you are hosting guests, just remember that more people in your home may be overwhelming for pets. Try leaving a few blankets on the floor or a bedroom door open so they have a quiet place to curl up and relax. Don’t forget to take out the trash! This may be the last thing on your mind while trying to keep up in the kitchen, but your garbage can fill up with bones, chocolate, onions and plenty of other holiday hazards mentioned above.
Our featured pet this week is Nessa. Nessa embraces a short, leopard spotted, brown tabby coat with a white bib and
would regularly see him as well. Peter thought he was part lab and part herding dog and probably a lot of something else. The dog stayed in the neighborhood, so Peter figured folks must have left food for him. Most days, he stayed in a shady spot in the dirt under a tree.
The dog was not aggressive, but he was very wary of people. He never made eye contact with Peter and would back off if Peter got too close when he walked by. People who lived in the area said he’d been there, under the tree, quietly staying out of the way, for a couple of years.
But then Reacher met him. Belgian Malinois are apparently known for the strong bond they form with other dogs (presumably that’s an asset in the search-andrescue biz), and Reacher took an interest in this stray dog in his neighborhood.
I wasn’t there, and neither was Peter, but according to Anita, Reacher tried to make friends with this dog. It was a slow process, but Reacher was determined and, eventually, the feral dog started cautiously following Reacher. One day, he followed Reacher home and walked right into the outdoor courtyard and stayed for a little while. Anita gave him some food. This continued and, finally, the dog (who Anita started calling Duke) followed Reacher all the way into Anita’s
muzzle, along with four white paws. Her markings are unique and astonishing. Nessa is seven months old, spayed, and up to date on vaccines. Give her a feather toy or a jingle bell, fun is sure to be had. Nessa is a youngster with plenty of energy, sure to entertain you for hours. Boy, can she purr! Other cats, dogs, or kids, she loves them all! If you’re looking for a spunky companion whose equal parts cuddle and comedy, Nessa is your gal! Mark your calendars for Dec 1! The Balsam Lake Lodge & Restaurant is hosting a meat raffle beginning at noon. Join us and win some choice cuts of meat! Visit us in person at 185 Griffin St E – Amery, WI or online at arnellhumane.org
house. And he stayed.
Duke was still very shy around people, but he trusted Reacher and soon he started to trust Anita and her husband. Duke started letting them pet him and make eye contact. Anita took him to the vet to be fixed. The vet said he thought Duke was about five years old. Duke was bathed. He had his teeth cleaned. He started sleeping on a couch. And now Duke is Anita’s second dog and lives with Reacher.
Peter now sees Reacher and Duke and Anita on their walks together. Duke is very submissive and laid-back. Reacher is as exuberant as ever. “I think I could pet Duke now, if I wanted to,” Peter told me.
Duke has bonded with Anita, and he is obviously Reacher’s best friend. And none of it would have happened without Reacher.
I love this story so much. It seems to me that everyone made a lot of assumptions about Duke— the kind of assumptions I make every day—and all of those assumptions turned out to be wrong. It took someone like Reacher to see that Duke was just waiting for a friend.
Till next time,
Carrie
Photos and updates can be found on Facebook at CarrieClassonAuthor.
YEARS AGO
10 years ago Nov. 26, 2014
• On Thursday a crew from Polk Burnett Electric Cooperative provided a lift to place a star on top of a tree in Mill Pond Park. The tree will sparkle during Light Up Osceola on Dec. 6.
• The Osceola Village Board unanimously approved granting a conditional use permit to allow a home-based dog grooming business on Oakridge Drive.
• Beth Colaizy opened Rivertown Artworks on Cascade Street in Osceola.
• The St. Croix Falls Rotary Club and the Osceola Intermediate School partnered to put a Little Free Library at the Horse Creek Store.
• Central Bancshares Inc., parent of Central Bank, and MidWestOne Financial Group Inc. have announced the execution of a definitive merger agreement.
• The Osceola girls basketball season kicked off against Cameron. Osceola, with a very inexperienced team, lost 8038.
• Someone decided to don a deer carcass with two pairs of women’s boots on Hwy. 35 north of Osceola.
• Nearly 80 students represented Osceola at the regional DramaRama Festival at Prescott Nov. 8.
20 years ago
Nov. 24, 2004
• Thanks to a $10,000 preliminary planning grant, the Osceola School District could continue researching the pros and cons associated with a charter school for four year olds.
• A benefit auction and concert was planned for Neil Johnson. He experienced a mystery illness years ago and was finally diagnosed with Lyme disease.
• Osceola Girl Scouts collected magazines to send to troops in military hospitals. Troop 558 included Nicole Bentler, Alissa Rutledge, Jenny Pfannes, Leah Lieffring, Danielle Bleise, Kayla Zais, Dani Zais, Mekayla Hansen, Sara Link, Stacey Wherley, Casey Swanson and Hannah Schreck.
• Osceola FFA members traveled traveled to the National FFA convention Oct. 26-30. Those making the trip were Jon Neumann, Kaitlinn Bader, Vicky Boucher, Jake Hoverman, Amanda Haase and Scott Cook.
• Rod Larson was honored by his employer, Northwire, for his 23 years of service in the Minnesota National Guard.
• St. Croix Falls girls basketball lost to Cumberland, 4037. Katie Weinberg scored 20 points.
30 years ago Nov. 23, 1994
• The Memories will bring their brand of family entertainment to the Osceola Middle Schoo on Dec. 14. Proceeds benefitted the Toys for Kids program.
• Last year Toys for Kids provided presents to 175 area children and Blessing Baskets served 68 families and 167 children.
• The Osceola Partners In Education organization sponsored pajama night on Friday at the Osceola Elementary School. The event featured movies and refreshments.
• Osceola Middle School sixth grade students won the Math Meet held in Osceola. They beat six other participating schools. Members were Ami Anderson, Charlie Beck, Marc Beckmann, Cassie Bueckers, Lyndsay Johnson, Nate Rugroden, Belinda Rutledge and Kyle Thompson.
• Osceola Den 10 Pack 131 Cub Scouts toured the Osceola police station last week and learned about finger printing.
• Proceeds from this year’s Love Light ceremony were going to be used to purchase a Blood Pressure Monitor/Pulse Oximeter.
• Returning letterwinners to the Osceola High School boys basketball team were Ben Olson, Matt Haase, Dion Sauve, Chad Palmsteen and Dan Grimsrud.
• The Osceola girls basketball team opened the season on a promising note with a 5448 win over Somerset. Amber Hough and Steph Bullard led Osceola with 19 and 18 points respectively.
GOVERNMENT NUMBERS WHO TO CALL...
President Joe Biden
1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW • Washington, D.C. 20500 Comments: (202) 456- or http://www.whitehouse.gov/contact/ Switchboard: (202) 456-1414
Congressman Tom Tiffany 7th Congressional District 1714 Longworth HOB, Washington, DC 20515 • (202) 225-3365
U.S. Senator Ronald H. Johnson 328 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20515 • (202) 224-5323 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin 7 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 • (202) 224-5653 • (715) 832-8424 www.baldwin.senate.gov/contact
Governor Tony Evers 5 East, State Capitol Bldg. Mailing address: P.O. Box 7863, Madison, WI 53707 • (608) 266EversInfo@wisconsin.gov • www.evers.wis.gov
Rep. Gae Magnafici 28th Assembly District P.O. Box 8953 • Madison, WI 53708-8953 (608) 237-9128 or 1-888-529-0028 • Fax (608) 282-3628
Rep.Magnafici@legis.wisconsin.gov
Senator Rob Stafsholt 10th Senate District Room 15 So., State Capitol, P.O. Box 7882 • Madison, WI 53708 (608) 266-7745
Sen.Stafsholt@legis.wisconsin.gov NO
LIST 1-888-382-22 or website: datcp.wi.gov
Dr. Carla Hauge
Dr. Thomas Hauge
Dr. Jordan Dittberner
Lundquist
Sock Hop at the Osceola High School
Osceola High School FCCLA (Family, Career & Community Leaders of America) is having a Blessing Baskets fundraiser Dec. 6 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in the Osceola High School Commons. Admission is a package of socks (any size) or a monetary donation.
Food and concessions, DJ, raffle baskets, face painting, games and activities. Dress in 50’s attire. Win prizes for costume, dance off, hula hoop, limbo and jump rope contests.
To donate raffle baskets or prizes, contact: Jen Rud—Blessing Baskets Coordinator (715 )294-2127 x4654. Lynette Schug—FCCLA Advisor (715) 294-2127 x4124.
LIBRARY NEWS
Be present in all things and thankful for all things.” –Maya Angelou
During National Gratitude Month we celebrate Thanksgiving. The national holiday we celebrate traces back to George Washington’s Thanksgiving proclamation in 1789, and it officially became a federal holiday in 1941, thanks to legislation signed by Franklin D. Roosevelt.
As Thanksgiving approaches with all its family gatherings, food, and traditions, remember to pause for gratitude. Practicing gratitude can help us frame the holiday and find joy in small moments amidst the busyness. Sharing a meal with loved ones, calling a distant relative, or sending a note of appreciation are all simple ways to honor the spirit of Thanksgiving. For personal gratitude practice, consider keeping a gratitude journal or sharing daily gratitude quotes with friends and family.
National Gratitude Month also offers an opportunity to reflect on how gratitude can improve our lives, helping us feel happier, more connected, and resilient. Your library is here to support you in exploring gratitude practices! Ask a librarian for book recommendations on gratitude, learn about the history of Thanksgiving and National Gratitude Month, or discover new
ways to integrate thankfulness into your daily life. With your library card, it is all at your fingertips—and free. It is the holiday season –check your library for hours and holiday closings.
“I am happy because I’m grateful. I choose to be grateful. That gratitude allows me to be happy.” – Will Arnett
Geraldine E. Anderson Village Library, Dresser Phone: 715-755-2944, email: dresserpl@dresserpubliclibrary.org, web: https:// dresserpubliclibrary.org, or find us on Facebook.
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 10-7, Tuesday and Friday 10-5, Saturday 10-1.
Outdoor book return open 24/7 at the blue box.
Wi-Fi: Free 24/7 near the library.
Computers, printing, copies, etc. Call or email for special needs or assistance. Print at the library from home or your mobile device with Princh. Pay at the library. New color copier/ printer/scanner printer.
Small meeting room for your Zoom calls, etc. — Check-in with your library card.
Call us with any special assistance needs. We will work to get you what you need, with safety our top priority.
Family Story Time: Every second Saturday of the
month at 10:30 a.m. at the Library. Stories, interactive songs, and sensory activities suitable for a wide range of ages. Perfect for working families! It’s a library visit, literacy education, a bit of music, and play all in one stop before lunch and naptime. Preschool -Kindergarten will most benefit.
Check our website, Facebook, or call for more information on programming.
Closed for Thanksgiving: November 28-30.
St. Croix Falls Public Library
Phone: 715-483-1777, email: scflibrary@scfpl.org, web: https://www.scfpl.org, Facebook too.
Hours/Services: M-F 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
24/7 After Hours Locker
Pick-up - To schedule – call 715-483-1777 or email scflibrary@scfpl.org
Book Return: 24/7 through the return slot near the main entrance.
Free Wi-Fi 24/7 near the library.
Computers, printing, faxing, copies, etc. Call or email for special needs or assistance.
Knit and Crochet Group, every second Monday of each month from 6-8 p.m. Come and stitch with us. Bring your project or start a new one.
Check our website, Face Book, or call for more information on programming.
Closed for Thanksgiving:
November 28-30.
Wilberg Memorial Public Library of Osceola Phone: 715-294-2310, email: osceolapl@osceolapubliclibrary.org, web: www. osceolapubliclibrary.org, or find us on Facebook.
Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m-1 p.m. Please call us if you need special assistance to pick up your holds.
Book Return: 24/7 at drop box near drive thru window.
Free Wi-Fi 24/7. Follow our Facebook page or website for details. Join us for the magic of story time – where books come alive! Storytime Tuesdays at 10:30 am.
LEGO Club – first and third Thursdays of the month at 4 pm
Get Lit - The Library Book Club that meets at the Cascade Bar & Grill - first Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. Pick up a copy of the book from the library.
WMPL Book Discussion meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. at the library. Get a copy of the book from the library.
Lunch with a Librarian. Bring your lunch to the library to chat about books, movies, or anything else library related. first and third Monday of the month at 12:30 p.m. Closed for Thanksgiving: November 28-30.
WEEKLY MEDITATION
Give thanks
BY DAVID ROSENOW TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH
What is Thanksgiving Day a time for? It’s a time for thanking, and for giving, and for reflecting, and for remembering, and for counting. Counting? Why not? As we thank the LORD for His many physical blessings to us, let’s actually take the time to try and count those blessings. It won’t take very long before we realize what an impossible task that is. Our God richly blesses us as individuals with countless good things. And He has done the same thing for us in our congregations. So, even if we can’t count the blessings, we can still reflect on those blessings, to remember His great mercy toward us, and to thank Him for everything He has done - and that especially includes our spiritual blessings. As we do that, let’s consider the example of two congregations which received letters from Jesus in the Book of Revelation. The first is the congregation at Smyrna. To them Jesus said, “I know your suffering and your poverty - but you are rich” (Rev. 2:9 EHV). The other is the congregation at Laodicea. To them Jesus said, “You say, “I am rich. I have become very wealthy and need nothing.” But you do not know that you are miserable, pitiful, poor,
CHURCH LISTINGS
ALLIANCE CHURCH OF THE VALLEY
59 Hwy. 35 South, St. Croix Falls 715-483-00
www.stcroixalliance.com
Lead Pastor Jeff Naegelen
Co-Lead Pastor Chris Folkestad
ASSUMPTION OF THE
BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
CATHOLIC CHURCH East Farmington
Rev. Joseph Madanu
BETHANY LUTHERAN Star Prairie
Pastor Dan Pennington (715) 248-3730
blcsp@frontiernet.net
BETHESDA LUTHERAN LCMC
1947 0th Ave. Dresser Sand Lake 715-755-2562
www.bethesdalutheran.ws
Pastor Peter Rimmereid Associate Pastor Scott Adkins
CEDARBEND CHURCH
P.O. BOX 414, Osceola Matt Hayton
connect@cedarbendchurch.com
SUNDAY: Worship, 10:30 a.m., 373 280th St., Osceola, (old Neuroscience building).
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH
150 Fifth Street
Marine on St. Croix, Minn. Pastor Joel Martin 651-433-3222
EL SALEM/TWIN FALLS
CHRISTIAN CENTER
Six miles east of Dresser on
blind, and naked.” (Rev. 3:17 EHV).
Jesus said that Smyrna was the poor, rich congregation, and that Laodicea was the rich, poor congregation. Confusing? Not really. The congregation in Smyrna was physically poor, but spiritually rich. The congregation in Laodicea was just the opposite. The path of life for the people of Smyrna was not an easy one, but then again, Jesus never promised His followers an easy path. Instead, He promised just the opposite. Jesus offers His children a cross with much tribulation. He offers us hatred from the world around us. He says we will be surrounded by wickedness in high places. And He assures us that we will continue to have all-out conflict against the powers of darkness.
This world is not a friend to our Lord Jesus, and it’s not a friend to us either. We’re required to live in this world, but not to become a part of it. Trials and tribulations will come. But when they do, we need to remember that we have a gracious God who loves us - a love that was shown most vividly when He sent His Son, Jesus, to be our Savior. We have the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, who comes to us through God’s Word and Sacrament. We are
OBITUARIES
Lyle Elwood Redlich
On Nov. 17, 2024, Lyle Elwood Redlich died peacefully at Christian Community Home in Osceola. He was 88.
Lyle was born May 18, 1936, in Nye to Ernest and Mabel (Getchel) Redlich. After graduating from Osceola High School, Lyle attended one year of college at the University of Wisconsin – River Falls to play basketball. Lyle then went on to serve one year in the United States Army and three years in the National Guard with honorable discharge.
Lyle married Barb (Stein) Redlich on May 10, 1958, and together they had a successful career operating Lebardale dairy farm in Nye. In 1960 Lyle took over the family farm that was established in 1882. Achieving the Progressive Breeders Award for dairy farming seven times. As a lifelong dairy farmer, Lyle loved everything about farming, he was even a 4-H dairy leader. Besides farming he was also an active member of the Grace Lutheran Church.
Lyle was preceded in death by his wife, Barb (Stein) Redlich; parents, Ernest and Mabel Redlich; two brothers, Harlan and Ronald Redlich; sister, Bernelda Erickson, and son-in law, Daniel Hanson.
Those left to cherish Lyle’s memory include children, Larry (Karry) Redlich, Susan Hanson, Kenn Redlich; grandchildren, BobbieJo (Brice) Thieman, Jodi (Billy) McKusick, Mitchell (Michaela) Hanson, Nicole Hanson (fiancé Seth Holmes); great-grandchildren, Maja Coleman, Gretta and Maverick McKusick, Ernest and Everett Hanson.
The family would like to thank the amazing staff at the Christian Community Home for their freely given kindness and loving care.
A celebration of life will be Nov. 29 at 11 a.m., at Grace Lutheran Church – 209 70th Ave, Osceola, with a visitation beginning one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be held in the Oak Grove Cemetery, East Farmington.
Arrangements are with the Grandstand Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed online at www.grandstrandfh.com.
“Every farmer puts his land to rest for the winter. On springs horizon it is brought back to life. God has put this farmer to rest, and with this spring, he will walk the horizon to a new life.”
Shannon Rosalie Kanan
Shannon Rosalie Kanan (Shanny, Non or Nonnie) died peacefully Nov. 16, 2024, after a long battle with cancer. Kenneth, her loving husband of 64 years was at her side, as he always was. She often told him that she knew he was always there for her. She was 83. She was born Sept. 5, 1941, in Minneapolis, Minn., to Lyle and Rosalie (Linder) Frank. Shannon was preceded in death by her son, Dodd Anthony Kanan, parents; Lyle and Rosalie Frank, special aunt; Leann Linder, brother in law, Chuck Jordan, sister in law, Gloria Jordan, and sister in law, Judy Frank, and nephew, Brett Frank.
She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Kanan, daughter, Mindy (Mike) Havlish, grandchildren; Dustin (Lizz) Havlish, Tawny (Chad) Talmadge, Kelsey Havlish, great grandchildren; Elliot, Eden and Silas Havlish, and Brooke and Chase Talmadge, her brother, Loren Frank, sister in law, Karen (David) Stout, also, nephews; Simon (Shawna) Jordan, Dean Jordan, niece Cheryl (Bob) Neilson, nephew, Craig (Becky) Frank and many other wonderful family and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be Dec. 6 at New Life Christian Community Church in Dresser, visitation at 10 a.m., Celebration of Life service at 10:30 a.m., lunch to follow.
A full obituary and condolences may be expressed online at www.grandstrandfh.com.
Co. Rd. F, 1751 100th Ave. Pastor Darryl R. Olson 715-755-33
EUREKA BAPTIST CHURCH 2393 210th Ave., St. Croix Falls Pastor Seth Brickley 715-483-9464
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 661A West Street Taylors Falls, MN 55084 651-465-6792 www.firstbaptisttaylorsfalls.com Dr. Kevin Schumann, Pastor
FIRST EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN 561 Chestnut St. Taylors Falls, Minn.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN 719 Nevada St. St. Croix Falls Reverend David Maghakian 715-483-3550 (office)
GRACE CHURCH Pastor Mark Barlow 722 Seminole Ave. Osceola 715-417-8594 gracechurchosceola.com
GRACE BEREAN FELLOWSHIP 421 4th Street, Centuria Duane Gallentine, Pastor 715-755-2523 FRIDAY and SUNDAY KJV Bible Study/Fellowship
GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Nye Area/Wisconsin Synod 28 70th Avenue Pastor Jim Bourman
HOLY CROSS ORTHODOX
CHRISTIAN CHURCH
Meeting at Zion Lutheran Church 28005 Old Towne Road Chisago Lakes, Minn. 651-260-5100 www.holyx.net
Fr. Bill Neumann, pastor
HOLY TRINITY
ORTHODOX CHURCH 523 First Street, Clayton 715-948-2203 Father Christopher Wojcik
HOPE EVANGELICAL
FREE CHURCH 933 248th Street, one mile north of Osceola on Highway 35 Pastor Neil Schindler 715-294-21 • www.hefc.org
JOURNEY CHURCH 131 Broadway, Amery www.journeychurch.city office@journeychurch.city 715-268-2223
NEW LIFE
CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY
Non-denominational 201 State Hwy. 35, Dresser Pastor Tony Minell, 715-417-1982 galatiansii20@yahoo.com Church office: 715-417-45
OSCEOLA
COMMUNITY CHURCH
2492 Education Drive, Osceola Pastor Josiah Williams www.occnow.org
OSCEOLA MEDICAL CENTER SPIRITUAL CARE 2600 65th Avenue, Osceola https: myomc.org/wellness/ spiritual-care 715-294-21 Chapel open daily for meditation.
OSCEOLA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 306 River Street, Osceola P.O. Box 447 Pastor Jack Starr 715-755-2275 osceolaunitedmethodistchurch@gmail.com
PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA), 2355 Clark Rd., Dresser 715-755-2515 • plcdresser.org plcdresseroffice@gmail.com
Pastor Melissa Carmack Find us on Facebook. Live steam YouTube. Sundays 9 a.m.
PRAIRIEVIEW COVENANT CHURCH OF NEW RICHMOND 1396 210th Ave. 2 miles north of New Richmond on Hwy. 65 Pastor Rudy King 715-248-0600
REDEEMER EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Wisconsin Synod Corner of Adams & Louisiana St. Croix Falls Rev. Timothy Blauert 715-483-3401
715-294-2314 www.osceolasun.com
ST. ANNE PARISH 139 Church Hill Road Somerset, WI 54025 715-247-3310 Rev. Joseph Madanu
ST. CROIX FALLS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Upper St. Croix Parish 300 North Adams Street St. Croix Falls 715-483-9494 churches@centurytel.net umstcroixfallswolfcreek.org
Pastor Jenny Lee
ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls www.scuuf.org Rev. Kelli Clement
ST. FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC CHURCH Franconia, MN 651-465-7345 www.stfrancisfranconia.org Fr. John Drees
ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC Osceola Rev. Joseph Madanu 715-294-2243
ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC 490 Bench Street Taylors Falls, Minnesota 651-465-7345
www.stjosephtaylorsfalls.org Fr. John Drees
RIVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN CHURCH LIGHTHOUSE 89 160th Street St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 715-483-5378 Pastor Jonah Fetzer
SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH MISSOURI SYNOD 140 Madison Street St. Croix Falls Pastor Mark Schoen 715-483-86
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH TAYLORS FALLS Rev. Tom Ervasti 651-242-6046 Sunday services at 10 a.m.
TRINITY EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH (WELS) 300 Seminole Ave., (Ct H M) Osceola 715-294-2828
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COUNTY: Polk County is $294k in to legal fees over Stower Seven Lakes Trail
county, has other ideas.
For more than twenty years, who can use the 14-mile stretch of the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail has been debated.
Litigation between The Friends and Polk County has pitted various trailuse communities against one another in a legal struggle that has been long and arduous for both sides.
In essence, the county wants to open the section of trail to multi-use activities, such as snowmobiling, horse-riding, and hiking.
The Friends want it to remain open only to silent users.
The case, beginning in the early 2000s, continues today, with two appeals brought by the county against decisions rendered by a St. Croix County judge over the past couple of years.
The appeals are pending at the Wisconsin
Court of Appeals District III in Wausau. “Every time they spend more of the taxpayers’ money to go back to court, it also costs The Friends additional money, too,” David Clausen, a representative of The Friends, said. “I have heard from more than one source that the county’s intention is to make us go away by financially breaking us,” he added.
Polk County Board Chairman Jay Luke and County Administrator Emil “Moe” Norby said that commenting on current litigation is not possible.
However, Luke indicated that if an entity such as The Friends brings an initial lawsuit against the county, insurance would most likely pay for legal fees. However, Luke wasn’t sure who would pay for the two appeals filed by the county. He said that because the appeals are connected to the original lawsuit
brought by The Friends, insurance could pay the legal fees.
However, he wasn’t positive about that fact, saying he wasn’t a lawyer and that his assessment was his opinion.
When asked to confirm or correct Luke’s views, Norby again said that he couldn’t comment on ongoing litigation.
Clausen said the Friends, on the other hand, is relying on individual members and some outside sources “sympathetic to their cause” for funding.
“There is no insurance involved. All moneys expended by The Friends has, and continues to come from our members and those sympathetic to our cause,” Clausen said.
THE BILLS
In total, Attolles Law has charged the county $163,695.59 since 2022.
Prior to 2022, the county was represented by VonBriesen & Ropert, S.C.
Between 2021 and 2022, the county paid that Milwaukee law firm $130,793.60.
The total paid for counsel and court costs to date is $294,489.19.
VonBriesen & Ropert, S.C., of Milwaukee for services rendered:
Feb. 23, 2021 - $3,628.50
March 9, 2021 - $16,633.55
April 16, 2021 - $18,816
June 16, 2021 - $26,461.50
July 7, 2021 - $14,750
Aug. 9, 2021 - $5,212.55
Sept. 10, 2021 - $18,412.50
Oct. 14, 2021 - $22,497
Nov. 18, 2021 - $4,100.50
Jan. 16, 2022 - $29.50
Jan. 21, 2022 - $252
Total - $130,793.60
Attolles Law, S.C., of Milwaukee
Professional services rendered:
Feb. 17, 2022 - $5,428
April 11, 2022 - $4,355
May 9, 2022 - $3,932.50
June 30, 2022 - $1,625
Sept. 16, 2022 - $6,110
Oct. 6, 2022 - $4,332.50
Oct. 31, 2022 - $6,592
Nov. 30, 2022 - $32.50
March 22, 2023 - $133
April 19, 2023 - $166.50
Aug. 22, 2023 - $402
Sept. 20, 2023 - $16,278.84
Oct. 13, 2023 - $10,252
Nov. 8, 2023 - $14,438.50
Dec. 8, 2023 - $15,946
Feb. 6, 2024 - $22,119.75
June 10, 2024 - $23,775.75
July 2, 2024 - $27,775.75
Total - $163,695.59
Total for two law firms - $294,489.19
In a letter to the editor recently published in the Amery Free Press, Marge Beckmann of The Friends wrote, “This also means, unfortunately, that we will have to come up with more money to pay our lawyer. We already have substantial debt. We have been funding this lawsuit from gracious donations from generous trail supporters.”
History
When the railroads began abandoning railbeds across northern Wisconsin in the 1990s and early 2000s, the counties stepped up to create trails for public
Environmental Assessment/Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EA/EAW)
NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY AND PUBLIC HEARING
Project Title: Highway 243 Osceola Bridge Project
Minnesota State Project 1311-06 and Wisconsin Project ID 8417-00-76
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT), in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), is proposing the replacement of the Highway (Hwy) 243 bridge over the St. Croix River in Franconia Township, Minnesota and the Village of Osceola, Wisconsin. The project also proposes reconstruction of an approximately 0.5-mile segment of Hwy 243 and construction of a shared-use path and completion of stormwater management improvements. The shared-use path is on the north side of Hwy 243 in Minnesota and Wisconsin and on the Hwy 243 bridge. Construction site preparation work is anticipated to begin in fall 2026. Bridge construction is anticipated to begin in spring 2027, and the bridge will be closed until fall 2028. Bridge site cleanup work is anticipated in spring 2029.
The EA/EAW, which documents the purpose and need of the project along with the anticipated social, economic, and environmental impacts, including Federal Section 106 and Section 4(f) impacts, will be available on the project website beginning November 26 at: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/hwy243osceola/.
Copies of the EA/EAW will be available for review during the public hearing and are also available for public viewing during business hours at the following locations from November 26 through December 26, 2024:
• MnDOT Metro District Water's Edge Building: 1500 West Co. Rd. B-2, Roseville, MN 55113
• WisDOT Northwest Region Superior Office: 1701 N. 4th St., Superior, WI 54880
• WisDOT Northwest Region Eau Claire Office: 718 W. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire, WI 54701
• Osceola Village Hall: 310 Chieftain St. (3rd Avenue Entrance), Osceola, WI 54020
• Franconia Town Hall: 25156 St. Croix Trail N., Shafer, MN 55074
• Wilberg Memorial Public Library of Osceola: 310 Chieftain St., Osceola, WI 54020
• Taylors Falls Public Library: 473 Bench Street, Taylors Falls, MN 55084
• St. Croix Falls Public Library: 230 S. Washington St., St. Croix Falls, WI 54024
To afford an opportunity for all interested persons, agencies, and groups to comment on the EA/EAW, a public hearing has been scheduled from 5 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, December 10, 2024, in the cafeteria and large group instruction room at Osceola High School, 1111 Oak Ridge Drive. There will be a presentation at 5:30 p.m.
The EA/EAW describes the proposed project, identifies potential social and environmental impacts, and describes mitigation measures. The EA/EAW document includes information on the Section 4(f) impacts and the preliminary de minimis finding that the Lower St. Croix National Scenic Riverway would not be adversely impacted by the proposed project. Any comments received regarding this issue during the public comment period will be considered by the Federal Highway Administration in making its final de minimis determination. More information about Section 4(f) and the de minimis finding is available on the project website and will be available at the public hearing. Schedules for construction will be discussed at the public hearing. There will be no relocation of persons or businesses because of the proposed project.
Comments on the EA/EAW and/or Section 4(f) can be provided on a written comment card or verbally at the public hearing. Comments can also be submitted online through the comment form available online at the project website or via email to dmitry.tomasevich@state. mn.us. The EA/EAW and Section 4(f) comment period is open until December 26, 2024.
Questions? Contact: Dmitry Tomasevich, MnDOT Project Manager dmitry.tomasevich@state.mn.us • 651-245-4406 1500 West Co. Rd. B-2 • Roseville, MN 55113
To request this document in an alternative format, please contact MnDOT at 651-366-4718 or 1-800-657-3774 (Greater Minnesota). Individuals who are hearing or speech impaired may contact the Minnesota Relay service toll-free at 1-800-627-3529 (TTY, Voice or ASCII) or 711. You may also email your request to ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us.
recreational use.
In the early 2000s, Polk County developed a master plan to include multi-use along what was to become the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail.
The county’s plan would allow snowmobiling, ATVing, horse-riding, hiking, and cross-country skiing.
There were objections from the “quiet sport” enthusiasts, namely hikers, bikers, and skiers.
Fast forward to 2016, when state statute changes encouraged the county to pursue a multiuse trail again.
Two years later, in 2018, the county authorized the submission of the master plan to the DNR. During a county board meeting, the Friends asked for the plan to be withdrawn from consideration, citing their concerns that unsafe conditions would prevail.
The county declined
the pleas from The Friends.
However, in February 2019, the county rescinded the resolution after the DNR asked for more information about the master plan.
The county, hiring Toole Design, began producing a new master plan between 2019 and 2020. A survey was taken to demonstrate public approval for allowing uses of all kinds along the trail.
In February 2020, the county Environmental Services Committee recommended that the county board approve a plan to permit snowmobiling and horse riding along the trail.
Litigation
In January 2021, litigation was filed by The Friends against the county – a case that was argued in the Branch 2 Circuit Court of St. Croix County Judge Edward F. Vlack III, who
spent more than a year on the case.
In his decision, the judge sided with The Friends – that the trail should not be opened to horses and motors - a decision the county soon after appealed, asking the decision be vacated.
The request to vacate went back to Vlack, who issued a denial with a “more comprehensive decision … in favor of The Friends,” said Christa Westerberg, The Friends’ counsel.
The county appealed a second time, with both appeals being considered by the Wisconsin Court of Appeals District III in Wausau.
The court heard the county’s first appeal over Judge Vlack’s decision, which then made a decision.
However, because the county issued its second appeal at about the time the first case decision was going to be announced, the court delayed the decision of the first appeal.
The Appeals Court has said it will announce the decisions for both appeals simultaneously –when they decide on the second appeal.
But it could be some time before anyone should expect a decision.
“It will probably be a year, or much more before we get any decisions from the court of appeals, based on the pace at which they are issuing decisions these days,” Westerberg said.
Holiday shopping in Polk County lowers your property taxes
With the Holiday shopping season shifting into high gear, Polk County residents can help lower their property taxes with a swipe of a credit card, the wave of a phone, or a cash purchase.
Call it Black Friday, Plaid Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday, Orange Thursday, or whatever color shopping day you prefer, keep it local and small-in Polk County.
The Polk County Tourism Council reminds everyone to “shop
locally and lower your taxes.” At the same time keeping our friends in business and our communities growing.
Polk County is one of many Wisconsin counties that has enacted a .05% sales tax that is used to directly reduce the county property tax levy.
Shopping for the Holidays and the rest of the year in Polk County can reduce property taxes by several million dollars.
Why drive out of Polk County to
shop and help someone else lower their property taxes? The Vikings have their new stadium, they do not need tax dollars that can stay here.
Keep the dollars here—spend them in Polk County supporting our neighborhood small businesses, and lowering your property taxes.
Remember to thank our local businesses for being here for us.
How to make shopping Black Friday/ Cyber Monday pay off
The holiday shopping season is a profitable period for retailers. So it should come as no surprise to consumers that many stores now begin stocking shelves with Christmas decor and other holiday-related items as early as September, reminding shoppers that the countdown is on until the holidays arrive.
Historically, Black Friday has been the busiest day for retailers, but Cyber Monday has increasingly become a go-to holiday shopping opportunity. Now largely known as BFCM, Black Friday Cyber Monday is undoubtably the busiest time of year for retailers. These days can be a make-or-break period for many merchants. According to Drip, an e-commerce customer data aggregator, Cyber Monday was the biggest shopping day in 2023, with shoppers spending $12.4 billion - a 9.6 percent year-over-year increase. The National Retail Federation reported a record 200.4 million shoppers participated in Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales in 2023.
As people consider their BFCM shopping plans for 2024, these tips can help them make the most of these unique opportunities.
· Become a price connoisseur. Consumers who would feel right at home calling out correct prices on “The Price is Right” will have an advantage come the holiday shopping season. By understanding the standard retail price on many items, it is easier to know just how customer-friendly BFCM deals are. Consumers can look at the advertisements in newspapers or online and only shop the best deals to save money.
· Pay attention to early bird deals. BFCM is a great opportunity to save, and many retailers have extended this exclusive price-slashing period to offer “sneak peeks” and “early bird” opportunities that precede Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Shoppers can keep an eye out for early BFCM deals to save even more money.
· Explore loyalty rewards. Shoppers who are part of stores’ rewards programs, whether that entails earning loyalty points or having a store credit card, may be eligible for additional perks. Although one’s email inbox may be overflowing this time of year with promotions, individuals should double-check their accounts to see if they’ve been given early access to sales or special
coupon codes that can bring prices down even further. Some retailers also may utilize digital coupons that need to be “clipped,” which is basically saving them to a loyalty account.
· Plan the shopping list in advance. A complete shopping list at the ready can make it easier to shop for specific items during Black Friday or Cyber Monday hours.
· Avoid impulse buying. It may be tempting to grab many different items because the prices seem so good. However, sticking to a list and only shopping for neces-
sary items is an effective way to avoid overspending.
· Don’t forget small businesses. Be sure to check out the sales at local small businesses during BFCM as well as Small Business Saturday. Shoppers may find that deals at smaller retailers rival those at larger chains.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday present chances to save. Making the most of these shopping opportunities can translate to scoring holiday gifts at the lowest prices possible.
PTA: Invaluable connection
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receive additional resources for their classes.
“We coordinate fun, family-friendly free or low-cost events to bring our community together for the benefit of our children, such as the Halloween costume party and dance, winter tubing, Bingo night, vendor fairs, and more,” said Markson. “The profits from the book fairs and other fundraising events allow us to fund special requests from teachers and staff that may not otherwise be able to be funded.
“Teachers can apply for grants for various classroom or teaching needs such as rugs, bookshelves, headsets, flexible seating, and outdoor equipment. We also recently contributed funds to the Osceola Middle School for their PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) prizes/ rewards as well as a motivational speaker at OHS last school year.”
As a volunteer-led program, the Osceola PTA always needs more individuals willing to dedicate their time to providing successful resources for students, staff, and parents. By joining as a member or volunteering, parents can become more involved with Osceola School District teachers and staff and combine their efforts to provide what they can for Osceola students.
“We need more volunteers and members to be involved with the PTA,” Markson said.
“Throughout our exis-
tence there have been many years the organization has come close to disbanding. We would love to have more OSD staff and teachers as well as community members.”
Those interested in getting involved with the Osceola PTA can volunteer at upcoming events or become a member. Memberships are annual for each school year, running from July to June. Meetings are held at the Village Pizzeria at 6:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month.
“Everyone is welcome,” said Markson. “We need more hands on deck to be able to keep our events going in the coming years.”
Despite the challenges to remain a functioning part of the Osceola community, the Osceola PTA continues to enhance the relationship between students, staff and parents. By focusing on the needs of teachers and students, their support is a welcome resource for the Osceola School District and they hope to continue that service with the help of those willing to join their efforts moving forward.
“The most important thing about the PTA is that we are parents and community members,” said Markson. “All of our dedicated members volunteer their time to try to help improve the educational experience for all students. Our motto is ‘Every Child, One Voice.’”
For more information, questions, or how to get involved, contact info. osceolapta@gmail.com.
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Take time to honor veterans this holiday season
The holiday season is a time when family and friends gather to reconnect and celebrate. For many families there are people missing from these celebrations, whether they sacrificed their lives defending the country or died honorably years after serving in the military.
As individuals plan to add spirit to homes and businesses through decorations and other touches, they also can consider adding a bit of the holidays to the places where their beloved service members lie in eternal rest. This is the main premise behind the Wreaths Across America organization.
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The primary activity of Wreaths Across America is to distribute wreaths to be placed on graves in military cemeteries. On National Wreaths Across America Day, which takes place on a moving day each December at thousands of locations, volunteers place wreaths on headstones and read out the names of the service members.
The organization was founded by Morrill Worcester and his wife, Karen, as a way to teach all generations about the value of their freedoms and the importance of honoring those who sacrificed so much to protect those freedoms.
Worcester, owner of the Worcester Wreath Company in Maine, remembered a trip to Washington D.C. as a child that included a visit to Arlington National Cemetery.
In 1992, when Worcester’s business had a sur-
plus of wreaths nearing the end of the holiday season, he remembered an indelible image of wreaths on graves at Arlington and devised a way to put those wreaths to use honoring the country’s veterans. Arlington National Cemetery was the first place to receive wreaths. Since then, the movement has grown to include cemeteries across the nation.
In 2022, Wreaths Across America and its national network of volunteers placed more than 2.7 million sponsored veterans’ wreaths on headstones of our nation’s service members at 3,702 participating locations.
Although veterans are remembered each Memorial Day and Veterans Day, they can be honored 365 days a year for their service and sacrifices. Wreaths Across America offers an important way to set aside time during the holiday season show appreciation for veterans who are no longer with us.
Those looking to get involved can visit www. wreathsacrossamerica. org to learn more about volunteer opportunities or bringing WAA into their communities.
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SPORTS AND OUTDOORS
Bockman named Defensive Player of the Year
BY JASON SCHULTE SENTINELSPORTS48@GMAIL.COM
The conference champion St. Croix Falls football team had a conference-high 18 selections to the Heart of the North all-conference teams.
Senior Logan Bockman was voted defensive player of the year for his play on the defensive line. He also earned a firstteam selection on the offensive line. He was a first-team selection on the offensive line and defensive line in 2023 and a
second-team offensive line selection in 2022.
Joe Petherbridge and Jared DeSmith also earned first-team selections on both sides. Petherbridge, a senior, played end/flanker on offense and linebacker on defense, while DeSmith, a senior, was also end/flanker on offense and secondary on defense.
Junior Isaac Briggs (offensive line), Alex Hoff (running back), and sophomore kicker Payden Nichols rounded out the first-team offensive selections. Additional first-team defensive selections were senior Cameron Steek (defensive line), junior Brody Allram and Griffin Marko (linebackers),
and senior Willem Hoefler (secondary).
Marko and Hoefler were firstteam selections in 2023, while Petherbridge, Steek, and Briggs were second-team selections.
Second-team selections were sophomore Brett Sladky (quarterback), Hoefler and Steek (running backs), senior Caden Folkestad (offensive line), and sophomore Drake Peterson (secondary).
After St. Croix Falls’ 18 selections, Northwestern had 15, while Barron had 11. Out of the 65 selections, 37 were seniors and 21 were juniors. Northwestern’s Cooper Lawton was voted offensive player of the year.
Olson shares Player of the Year honors
BY JASON SCHULTE SENTINELSPORTS48@GMAIL.COM
St. Croix Falls’ Britta Olson was named player of the year by the Heart of the North volleyball coaches.
Olson shared the honor with Northwestern’s Shelby Hessel and Barron’s Alexis Halverson.
All three were named to the first team, along with Barron’s Lillian Harmon, Abby Miller, Cameron’s Lauren Pearson, and Ladysmith’s Tatum Shilts.
This is the second selection for Olson, who earned honorable mention honors last year. Pearson
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The rut
Tand Hessel were first-team selections last year, while Miller and Harmon were voted second team. Catherine Williams grabbed a second team selection in addition to Ashland’s Ava Moravchik, Barron’s Izzy Donica, Chetek-Weyerhaeuser’s Ella Turauski, Cumberland’s Melody Taylor, Hayward’s Reese Sheehan, and Northwestern’s Jillian Kunert.
Lydia Petersen nabbed the Saints’ final selection, earning honorable mention honors.
Barron won the conference title and eventually the Division 3 State Championship. It finished with five selections. The Saints
his time of year, the rut is always the first thing talked about as hunters dive headfirst into the 2024 Wisconsin Thanksgiving Week Annual Deer Hunt. The same conversation takes place in Minnesota, Michigan, Iowa, Pennsylvania, Texas or any place white tail deer are hunted. It’s all about an increase in testosterone that becomes exaggerated at this one time of year event with increased aggression and an increased interest in females and their interests too. I’ve been watching bucks moving in wide open fields in the middle of the day. Triggered by shorter day length, the timing of the rut occurs so the young are born in the spring. The downside for the bucks is that they lose their otherwise wary ways making them more vulnerable for archers first and automobiles second. My daughter Erin just hit her first deer. Carcasses in ditches and red marks on the roads appear almost daily. The hunting season couldn’t have arrived soon enough for insurance agents and unlucky drivers.
The rut is a scent game for deer and an observation game for gun hunters, looking for rubs on trees - some torn to pieces. Then there are the scrapes. Spots on the ground where bucks scrape the ground clean. The rubs and scrapes mark that bucks territory warning other bucks to keep out. They’re also
BY JASON SCHULTE SENTINELSPORTS48@GMAIL.COM
The St. Croix Falls/ Unity boys soccer team had four all-conference selections headlined by Jack Ryan’s first team selection.
and Ladysmith are tied for second with three each.
The future looks promising for Heart of the North volleyball, as 15 of the 20 overall selections will return next year.
The senior forward was an honorable mention selection last year. The rest of the first team was made up of Cumberland’s Riley Brown, Brody Chartraw, Jack Richter, Gustavo Sonora, Hayward’s Brode Beckwith, Charles Egger, Noah Hill, Barron’s Garrett Sadtler and Washburn’s Connor McNerney and Wyatt Melek.
Melek was the only first-team back-to-back selection and voted offensive player of the year. Sadtler was selected defensive player of the year, and Egger was named goalkeeper of the year.
Earning second-team selections were senior midfielder/forward Camden Paquin and junior defender Carson
Marks. Junior defender Phillip Williams was also voted honorable mention. It was the first selection for all three of them.
a calling card for doe in heat. When she is ready to breed in that 72 hour window she will walk in the scrape, picking up the bucks scented calling card so he can track her down. The rut can last as long as three weeks. If the doe fails to get bred she can come back into season seven more times.
Big breeding bucks will run all day, looking for any doe in heat or tracking those that played around in his scrape. Some bucks are so active they can lose up to 20% of their body weight. That’s 50 lbs for the biggest bucks!
So who gets to do the breeding? Most will say it’s the biggest and strongest buck. That’s most often the case. During the year as bucks rub off velvet they will spar and set a pecking order. Smaller bucks will simply back down to bigger antlers, but even little bucks can get lucky if a doe comes into heat and he’s the only buck around.
Experts say the rut peaks seven days after the second full moon which just occurred. How long will the rut last? Prerut runs from late October to early November. Early rut takes place mid November. Peak rut generally happens during the second and third week of November. Late Rut occurs at the end of November. Post Rut can run into early December if the doe never got bred by the buck that got shot, hit by a car or is just too busy with other doe.
Jim Bennett is an outdoorsman who lived and worked in the St. Croix River Valley and can be reached at jamesbennett24@gmail.comfor comments.
Barron earned the most selections with 10, followed by Hayward’s eight. Cumberland finished with seven. Out of the 39 selections, 17 were juniors while 15 were seniors.
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Why you should shop local for the holidays and beyond
Various components come together to make the holiday season a festive time of year. There is a lot to get done in a short amount of time during the holiday season, and part of that includes shopping for all of the family members and friends on your shopping list. Shopping can be a complicated process that involves identifying which stores will be the best places to shop. Local retailers make the perfect place to shop for holiday items.
According to the American Express Business Economic Impact Study, more than twothirds of every dollar spent with a local business stays in the community. Indeed, shopping local benefits consumer and community alike.
The following are some of the many perks to shopping locally throughout the holiday season.
· Personalized attention: Small businesses are known for their personalized customer service and owners and staff are often lauded for taking the time to interact and learn about their customers, a dynamic that is impossible at larger retailers.
· Meet and interact with people: Shopping in-person at local stores, you’ll see faces from your community and become better known in the local area.
· Shorter lines: Local stores are bound to have smaller crowds and thus shorter lines. That translates to less stress and hassle when it comes to getting in and out with holiday
gifts.
· Smaller carbon footprint: Pollution, traffic congestion, habitat loss, and resource depletion may not occur on the same levels when shopping locally compared to patronizing big box stores. That’s because local retailers tend to create or source their products locally, whereas many big box stores secure their goods overseas.
· Easier parking: This goes hand-in-hand with smaller crowds, as shopping locally does not typically require driving up and down endless aisles at malls or standalone retail stores in an effort to find a parking spot. Local retailers in town may have on-street parking or closed lots that are convenient to shoppers.
· Small batch shopping experience: Consumers can secure items in small businesses that are not carbon copies of those found across the country at major retail chains. When seeking a
unique, thoughtful gift, shopping locally is the way to go. Shopping locally this holiday season provides an array of benefits to consumers, and helps to solidify a strong Main Street in communities.
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Are you a team player with a positive attitude? Are you proficient with technology? Do you have strong verbal and organizational skills? Can you work accurately with frequent interruptions? Do you have skills dealing with a variety of people in a variety of situations?
Polk-Burnett Electric Cooperative is seeking a full-time member service representative. This position will provide accurate record keeping for electric accounts and interact with members in a positive proactive manner regarding their electric accounts.
The successful candidate must have a high school or equivalent diploma. An associate degree or technical college certificate in a related field is preferred. Additional training pursuant to customer service is highly desirable. A minimum of two years experience in an office environment with frequent public contact, bookkeeping, and data processing is preferred.
Responsibilities include billing electric accounts, data entry to member accounts, account changes and adjustments, payments received, fees, deposits, collections and responding to member electric billing questions.
Polk-Burnett offers a competitive wage and an excellent benefit package. Please submit an application, cover letter and resume on or before December 6, 2024 to: Human Resources, Polk-Burnett, 1001 State Road 35, Centuria, WI 54824 or hr@polkburnett.
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Kids: color stuff in!
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Getting Ready for Winter
Winter will be here soon. Everyone is outside finishing tasks that need to be done to get ready for the long, dark, cold days. Some people are cleaning their yards. Others are emptying the gutters on their houses that are filled with leaves. Some people like to store potatoes, carrots and onions for hot delicious winter stews and soups. Coats and jackets are being pulled out of closets. Oh, that reminds me...I need to try on last year’s boots to see if they still fit me.
Kids in my class reported that their families are:
1. having checked and tuned-up.
2. getting their oil filled.
3. raking and cleaning them out of the gutters.
4. storing and salt in buckets to spread on sidewalks and driveways to prevent icing.
5. bringing in the last of the fruits and vegetables from 6. digging out sweaters, , hats, mittens and scarves.
7. putting heavier
and quilts on beds.
8. making sure that and snow blowers are in good shape.
9. taking down and putting up storm windows.
10. bringing and small trees into the house for the winter.
11. cooking larger, hotter ___________ and more baked pies and cookies.
12. turning on the earlier and starting to turn up the heat.
Sigh! I hate being the first flake of the season...it’s such a lonely job.
It’s time for my checkup!
Read the clues below to fill in the crossword puzzle. Hey, my list of chores was this long! South
13. cutting and stacking into piles.
14. signing up for classes to inside or to play indoor sports.
15. checking over their skiing, skating and sledding
What Do Animals and Birds Do To Get Ready For Winter?
Match each animal in the first part of the sentence to the second part that tells what it does to get ready for winter.
mmmphf...little busy here!
1. Snakes
2. (some) Butterflies
3. Weasels and Snowshoe Rabbits
4. Red Foxes
5. Moose
6. Bears
7. (some) Sharks
8. (some) Turtles
1. (some) Frogs
2. Squirrels
3. Skunks
4. (some) Bats
5. Trees
6. Alligators
7. Robins
8. Bobcats
We’re headed for warmer climates.
A. grow new, thicker fur. Sometimes the new fur is whiter to help them hide in the snow.
B. go to the bottom of lakes and ponds where the water is warmer.
C. swim to warmer waters near Hawaii.
D. eat to increase body weight since there is less food.
E. change their diet completely. In spring, summer and fall they eat berries and insects, but in late fall and winter they eat small rodents.
F. gather together into a big ball underground for warmth.
G. fly as far south as Mexico.
H. eat lots of extra food before they go into hibernation or a deep sleep.
Hmmm...the water is warmer here at the bottom.
I hide in mud.
Why do Animals and Birds Go South?
People who go to the warmer southern states for the winter are sometimes nicknamed “Snowbirds.”
Animals and birds go south for the warmer weather too! Two more reasons animals and birds travel south during the season of deep cold and snow are for:
O = orange Y = yellow
A. gather acorns so they have a large amount of food stored.
Menu I see my diet has to change for the winter.
B. stop growing to save energy. This helps them get through very cold temperatures.
C. usually live in the deep south, but some that live farther north in North Carolina or Georgia stay in dens and slow their metabolism, making them less active so they need less food.
D. turn from hunting only during the night to hunting during the day.
E. usually travel south for the winter, but those that live in Canada come to the United States, so you might not notice any change at all!
F. hibernate in close clusters in their caves and holes. Others fly to find a warmer place to live.
G. start to take very long naps, but they do not actually hibernate.
H. allow themselves to be fully frozen! Their bodies thaw in the spring and are completely fine!
Fruits Rabbit Berries Mice
Insects
ANDERSON: No health scares
diagnoses could have been much worse. When I had ITP, I could have slipped on the ice and bled out internally. When I was awaiting my recent diagnosis, it could have turned out to be lymphoma, and a long, expensive, painful battle may have ensued.
We often take things for granted when our lives get monotonous. When all is going as it should, it’s too easy to look at the many things we’re blessed to have in our lives, like our health, loved ones, careers, passions, etc. and think of it all as given. Nothing could be further from the truth. At any moment, things can change.
So, take it from me: don’t let something as drastic as my last year be what snaps you out of monotony and makes you grateful. As you’re sitting around the dinner table with friends and family this Thanksgiving, slowly entering your turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie-induced coma, take a moment to be thankful for what you have. Isn’t that what this holiday is really all about?
Feel free to reach out at any time. I always welcome your thoughts and opinions. You can reach me at 715-294-2314, or send me an email at editor@ osceolasun.com
PUBLIC NOTICES
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY ORDER SETTING TIME TO HEAR PETITION FOR ADMINISTRATION AND DEADLINE FOR FILING CLAIMS
(Formal Administration)
Case No. 24 PR 106 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF
Susan I. Carney
A Petition for Formal Administration was filed.
THE COURT FINDS:
The decedent, with date of birth January 22, 1943, and date of death, March 6, 2024, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 343 E. McKenney Street, St. Croix Falls, WI 54020.
THE COURT ORDERS:
1. The Petition be heard at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Courtroom 3, before Circuit Court Judge/Circuit Court Commissioner James Krupa on January 3, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. You do not need to appear unless you object. The petition may be grant-
ed if there is no objection.
2. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is March 7, 2025.
3. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500.
4. Heirship will be determined at the hearing on petition for final judgment.
5. Publication of this notice is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown.
If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715-4859238 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation.
James A. Krupa Court Commissioner Nov. 21, 2024
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TOWN OF FARMINGTON NOTICE OF SPRING ELECTION
Notice is hereby given, that at an election to be held in the Town of Farmington, Tuesday, April 1, 2025, the following officers are to be elected to succeed the present incumbents listed. The term for offices is for two years beginning on April 15, 2025.
Town Board Chairperson Dennis Cottor
Town Board Supervisor Jason Jensen
Town Board Supervisor Dennis Neumann
Notice is further given, that a town caucus for the purpose of nominating candidates to appear on the spring election ballot for the above named offices will be held on Monday, January 6, 2025 at 7 pm.
Given under my hand, done in the Town of Farmington on this 20th day of November, 2024. Steven Swanson, Deputy Clerk/Treasurer
FREE EXERCISE CLASS for seniors at Osceola Community Church, 10:15 a.m.
OHS BOYS BASKETBALL at Rice Lake.
OHS GIRLS BASKETBALL at St. Croix Central.
SCF BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Unity.
SCF GIRLS BASKETBALL at Cameron.
OSCEOLA SENIOR Citizens meet for noon potluck and meeting at the Osceola Senior Center, corner of Chieftain St. and Third Ave.
FREE EXERCISE CLASS for seniors at Osceola Community Church, 10:15 a.m.
LEGO Club at the Wilberg Memorial Public Library, Osceola, 4 p.m.
OHS GIRLS BASKETBALL vs. St. Croix Falls.
SCF BOYS BASKETBALL at Northwestern. SCF WRESTLING at Siren.
FREE EXERCISE CLASS for seniors at Osceola Community Church, 10:15 a.m.
OHS BOYS BASKETBALL at Chisago Lakes.
OHS GIRLS BASKETBALL at Amery.
SCF GIRLS BASKETBALL vs. Hayward.
RIVER VALLEY STITCHERS meets from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Osceola Senior Center.
AA MEETS at Trinity Lutheran Church, Osceola, 10 a.m. and at Peace Lutheran Church, Dresser, 7 p.m. SCF BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Cameron. SCF WRESTLING at Superior.
AA MEETS at Trinity Lutheran Church, Osceola, 7 p.m.
THE GATHERING meets at 1 p.m. at the Osceola Senior Center.
OHS BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Prescott. OHS GIRLS BASKETBALL at Clear Lake. OHS WRESTLING at Turtle Lake.
SCF GIRLS BASKETBALL vs. Northwestern.
AMERICAN LEGION Post 221 meets at 6 p.m. at Ken’s
AA MEETS at Trinity Lutheran Church, Osceola, 10 a.m. and at Peace Lutheran Church, Dresser, 7 p.m. FREE EXERCISE CLASS for seniors at Osceola Community Church, 10:15 a.m. SCF GIRLS BASKETBALL at Chetek-Weyerhaeuser.
AA MEETS at Trinity Lutheran Church, Osceola, 10 a.m. and at Peace Lutheran, Dresser, 7 p.m. FREE EXERCISE CLASS for seniors at Osceola Community Church, 10:15 a.m. OHS WRESTLING at Amery.
SCF BOYS BASKETBALL at Hayward. SCF WRESTLING at River Falls.
AA MEETS at Trinity Lutheran Church, Osceola, 7 p.m OHS BOYS BASKETBALL at St. Croix Central SCF BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Chetek-Weyerhaeuser.
AA MEETS at Trinity Lutheran Church, Osceola, 10 a.m. and at Peace Lutheran, Dresser, 7 p.m. FREE EXERCISE CLASS for seniors at Osceola Community Church, 10:15 a.m.
AA MEETS at Trinity Lutheran Church, Osceola, 7 p.m. THE GATHERING meets at 1 p.m. at the Osceola Senior Center.
OHS BOYS BASKETBALL vs. Altoona.
OHS GIRLS BASKETBALL vs. Altoona. SCF GIRLS BASKETBALL at Ashland.
OHS WRESTLING at Barron.
SCF WRESTLING at Bay Port.
REGULAR MEETINGS
OSCEOLA TOPS NO. 514 - Trinity Lutheran Church. 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. every Wednesday. SENIORS ON THE GO - Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., Osceola Senior Center. 500 CARDS - Thursdays, 1 p.m., Osceola Senior Center. SOMA YOGA Fridays, 11 a.m. to noon, at the Osceola Senior Center.
AA MEETS at Trinity Lutheran Church, Osceola, 7 p.m.
OHS BOYS BASKETBALL at Cameron. OHS GIRLS BASKETBALL at Cameron.
OHS WRESTLING at River Falls.
SCF WRESTLING at River Falls.
REGULAR MEETINGS
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS - 7 p.m. Mondays at Osceola United Methodist Church.
NEIGHBORHOOD BIBLE STUDY Every Monday at 1 p.m. For info. call Becky, (715) 294-4148 or Carol, (715) 294-3003. TAI CHI, QI GONG - Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9 a.m., Osceola Senior Center. (312) 524-3934.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY meeting, 10:30 a.m., lower level of the Wilberg Memorial Library, Osceola.
SCF BOYS BASKETBALL at Somerset.
SCF GIRLS BASKETBALL at Somerset. OHS WRESTLING at River Falls. SCF WRESTLING at River Falls.
RIVER VALLEY STITCHERS meets from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Osceola Senior Center.
MEDITATION: Give thanks
FROM PAGE 7
joint heirs with Jesus of the eternal life in heaven which He won for us. So, although things may look pretty bleak for us as Christians in the short-term, in the longterm we are definitely rich. And the arrival of that longterm view may not be very far off at all. Jesus is coming soon, very soon. And while we are patiently
HOROSCOPES
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
Aries, be careful what you ask for, as things have a funny way of coming true for you this week. Censor your thoughts for now, and perhaps hold your cards closer to the vest.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
Taurus, you may have a lot of anxious thoughts right now. Friends provide a welcome diversion later in the week, and you also may want to put in more hours at work to stay distracted.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
Gemini, plans aren’t panning out as you’d hoped, so consider other opportunities. Stop and consider all the possibilities as soon as possible and then make a decision.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Thoughts of love and relationships are on your mind, Cancer. However, you will have
CLUES ACROSS
1. Long piece of squared timber
5. Emaciation
10.
Jeweled headdress
24. Indicators of when stories were written
27. Check
30. Cigarette (slang)
31. Arctic explorers (abbr.)
32. Yearly tonnage (abbr.)
35. Delivered a speech 37. A place to bathe
38. Postmen deliver it 39. Surface in geometry
40. More (Spanish) 41. __ and Venzetti
42. Exclamation at the end of a
43. Hawaiian dish 44. Aggressively proud men 45. Fellow
Mark Wahlberg comedy
Mock 48. When you expect to get somewhere
Songs
Pair of small hand drums
55. Play
Sword
60. Evergreens and shrubs genus 61. Filmed
63. Italian Seaport
64. Ancient kingdom near Dead
Pores in a leaf
66. U. of Miami mascot is one
Snakelike fishes
waiting for His return on the Last Day (or the First Day of our eternal life), Jesus encourages us not to wear down or give up. As we thank Him for all His blessingsphysical and spiritual - remember also that He has promised to walk through life with us, and to keep us safe. “When you cross through the waters, I will be with you. When you cross the rivers, they
trouble expressing just how you feel to others. Think through your words before saying them.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, you are a whirlwind of activity, and this causes a bit of disruption to a normally organized week. Others may remark on how you seem to be all over the place, but you know your limits.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
It’s hard to imagine fitting anything else into your packed schedule, Virgo. Somehow you manage to do it. But the effects could prove stressful. Try lightening your load this week.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
It’s time to plan and prepare, Libra. Take out a pen and paper and start making lists or use a digital planner. It’s the only way to remain organized with so much going on.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Body art (slang)
One who follows the rules
will not sweep you away. When you walk through fire, you will not be burned, and the flame will not set you on fire. Because I am the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior” (Is. 43:2-3a EHV). May you have a truly blessed Thanksgiving Day!
Matters at home are a priority this week, Scorpio. Focus your attention on tackling things around the house and you’ll have more time to devote to fun down the road.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
It might be time to pinch some pennies, Sagittarius. This week you could come up a bit short, and it doesn’t bode well for the rest of the month. Consider new revenue streams.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
Capricorn, things turn out to be calm this week, and it is surprising how much you can accomplish. This slow pace is just the reprieve you’ve needed.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
Aquarius, there’s not much you can do about a particular problem, so it may be better to stop thinking about a solution. Put your attention toward something you can control.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
Pisces, a few minor tweaks to your schedule and you could be able to tackle a number of tasks this week. Enjoy the productivity.
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS
NOVEMBER 24
Katherine Heigl, Actress (46) NOVEMBER 25
Christina Applegate, Actress (53) NOVEMBER 26
Natasha Bedingfield, Singer (43) NOVEMBER 27
Caroline Kennedy, Diplomat (67) NOVEMBER 28
Trey Songz, Singer (40) NOVEMBER 29
Russell Wilson, Athlete (36) NOVEMBER 30
Ben Stiller, Actor (59)
RECIPES
Thanksgiving Casserole
Becki, one of our awesome designers, mentioned a great idea for a recipe that helped with all those wonderful thanksgiving left overs so I though why not a casserole!
What you need:
(Makes roughly 5 servings)
2 Tbsp unsalted butter
3/4 cup onion, diced 1/3 cup celery, diced 1/3 cup carrots, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups potatoes, chopped (1 large or 2 small/medium)
2 Tbsp flour
2 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup heavy cream
2 1/2 cups leftover turkey meat, chopped or shredded
1/4 cup peas, or green beans
1/4 cup corn
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper 1/2 tsp dried thyme
2 1/2 cups stuffing, leftover or made fresh
What to do:
Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray/ coat baking dish with olive oil or butter. Set aside. In a large pot set over medium-low heat, melt butter. Add carrots, celery, and onions. cook until onions are translucent. Add minced garlic, cooking for roughly a minute before adding the potatoes. Stir in flour, tossing vegetables until coated. Add chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a boil, stirring until thickened. Reduce heat to a simmer. Add turkey, peas, and corn. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir to combine. Carefully transfer to prepared baking dish. Top off with stuffing.
Bake at 350°F for 40-45 minutes or until potatoes are tender and stuffing is golden brown. If stuffing begins to brown too early, lightly cover with foil and continue baking.
Help Wanted: Library Assistants Part-time & Substitute
Library Assistant and Substitute needed to provide a welcoming and caring library environment. If you like books, support libraries, are comfortable with technology, and like helping people, this may be the job for you!
Two Positions: 1. Part-time about 10-12 hours/week with days, evenings, and alternate Saturdays, subject to change. 2. Substitute must have the flexibility to fill in during staff absences any day or evening of the week. Both jobs: Additional hours may be required. Library closed Sundays.
For job description go to https://dresserpubliclibrary.org/. Two steps to apply: 1. Complete the on-line application form; 2. Send an email cover letter to the library director at jobs@dresserpubliclibrary.org with your resume attached.
Deadline: December 15, 2024. Positions open until filled. The Village of Dresser is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Criminal background check required before hire.
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FULL-TIME MEDIA ADVISOR
If you are outgoing, responsible and well-spoken, this position is for you!
The Free Press, in print, online and social media reaches a weekly audience of 16,000, making it the go-to source for local marketing. With the largest, local audience in the trade area, businesses trust their marketing can and does produce great results. We have testimonials/ reviews/case studies to show it.
If you love helping others, can put the customer first, and are intrigued about working for an essential business providing vital community information, journalism and marketing, please contact us. Sales and customer service experience preferred, but we will train the right person. Must have current driver’s license, reliable transportation and an insurable driving record. Compensation includes: Consistent base pay, commission, paid time off, health, vision, dental, life insurance, 401K and flexibility.
Congregational UCC Church of Amery
Amery Congregational Church UCC is seeking an Office Manager with people skills for 20 hrs per week. Duties include greeting visitors, answering incoming communications, providing administrative assistance to staff and committees, assisting the Financial Director in managing financial information, and monitoring/ordering supplies. Proficiency required in Microsoft Office 365, web maintenance, social media communication skills. Knowledge in Church Windows is helpful. Apply at office.ameryucc@gmail.com. Subject line "office manager”. Resume’ appreciated. 201 Harriman Ave. N, Amery, 715-268- 7390
If you answered “yes” to these questions and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, this may be the job you are looking for.
The Amery Free Press seeks a Sales Apprentice to join our multi-media advertising and marketing team.
This is a full-time position. You will help our team in Amery and Baldwin and potentially our papers in Osceola and Grantsburg sell and place advertising in our publications. Regular accounts will be assigned to this position, and a training program will be provided to allow the apprentice to grow into a full-time Multimedia Advisor with the Free Press.
Duties include scheduling and billing ads, proofing ads, and preparing materials for the ad rep to sell. Day-to-day sales functions, including dealing with customers in person, by phone, or by email; picking up payments for ads; dropping off proofs with customers and getting changes to ads; internal proofing of ad pages; and other functions related to the gathering of ads for multiple papers, websites, and other forms of advertising.
Hourly pay, incentives, and a complete benefit package are provided.
If you like working with customers and live to make sure it’s right, consider sending your resume to:
Tom Stangl, Publisher Amery Free Press P.O. Box 424 • Amery, WI 54001 tstangl@theameryfreepress.com
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