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Local businesses cope with COVID safety steps BY DAN JOHNSON STAFF WRITER

Four local businesses are doing their best to open up in a world where safety is a high priority. The difference is, two of them are in Minnesota, and two are in Wisconsin. Jenifer Fraley, co-owner of Hår Salon in Scandia, Minn., started opening her doors on June 1. After over three years of serving her community, having to shut down on March 17 was a shock. “My feeling at first was that it was just going to be maybe a two-week period,” Fraley said. “And then once I started watching the news more, after the two week period, I was getting a little bit more concerned that we weren’t going to be able to open until probably July.” Keeping in mind the need to slow the spread of the disease so hospitals wouldn’t be overwhelmed, she stayed at home, wondering if things would ever go

back to normal. Fraley follows the guidelines issued by the CDC and does her best to make changes to keep herself and her employees safe. Clients wait outside for their appointments, with only two stylists working at one time rather than the usual four. Stylists and clients are required to wear masks, and they follow handwashing and sanitizing procedures. They don’t reuse combs, capes or other tools. The salon looks a lot different than it did just a few months ago. “We had drinks out; coffee, water,” Fraley said. “We had suckers, a bunch of magazines people could look at. We took all that stuff away.” Despite the restrictions, Hår Salon’s waiting list extends into July. Haircuts are one of the things quarantined people miss the most. Fraley is happy to report that her customers have all been following SEE BUSINESS, PAGE 3

The artist who’s mailing positivity across the country BY DAN JOHNSON STAFF WRITER

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Jennifer Fraley works on a client at her salon in Scandia, Minn.

What is it like to self-isolate for a long time? We all relate to that restless, anxious feeling. With Coronavirus cases on the rise in the United States, this can be an especially scary time for those with underlying health conditions. For Hannah Beeves, an artist in Turtle Lake, Minn., there’s something special about being told that someone cares for you and loves you during such an uncertain time of life. That’s why she’s been busy creating positivity packages for people in isolation. The envelopes contain a handwritten note for encouragement and a small

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piece of artwork – a drawing, painting, or a collage – just to brighten someone’s day. Beeves lived in Osceola during high school until 2013, and she’s been doing art as long as she can remember. Before living in Osceola, her family lived in Istanbul, Turkey, as missionaries. She did SEE BEEVES, PAGE 6

Town of Osceola shows support for a multi-use Stower Trail BY MATT ANDERSON CONTRIBUTING WRITER

After the town of Osceola met at their May 19 Annual Meeting of Electors, the board of supervisors heard large support from residents who would like to see multi-use ordinances re-introduced into the Stower Seven Lakes Trail. At the June 2 board of supervisors’ meeting, supervisor Brandon Whittaker announced that the board would pen a letter to the Polk County Board of Supervisors and Environmental Services Committee that reflects

the desires of some Osceola residents. “The Town of Osceola has heard from our residents in great numbers regarding the Stower Seven Lakes Trail and how it should be used to its full extent going forward…” the letter reads. “As a result, the Osceola Town Board would like to express its support for multiple users of the trail… As the Town of Osceola anchors the western end of the Stower Trail, we feel that we can maximize the benefits to making the trail multi-use for all to enjoy and for economic growth

going forward.” The Polk County Environmental Services Committee will be meeting Wednesday, June 10 where they will be reviewing video and written testimony from the June 2-3 public hearings on the Stower Trail master plan and will consider those recommendations to the County Board. The Town of Osceola’s letter was planned for submission prior to this meeting in hopes of consideration from the Committee and County Board and addresses the master plan. “The Town of Osceola Board

of Supervisors is aware of the Draft Master Plan for the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail dated February 26, 2020,” the letter reads. “We realize there is both support and opposition for the many alternatives listed in the draft plan. The Town can support adding uses to the trail that are described in the draft Master Plan, provided that the goals and objectives itemized in the master plan are realized as a result of adding any new trail users; none of the current allowed uses are displaced due to substantive impact and adding new users

to the trail does not create a real perceived safety risk. An example multi-use trail is the Gandy Dancer Trail in Danbury, Wisc. We trust that the county will work closely with clubs and organizations that bring recreationalists together on a shared trail to ensure that the multi-use trail can be enjoyed by all permitted users together.” When some community members brought up a letter submitted to the Polk County Board from July 11, 2018 that SEE TOWN, PAGE 16

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In their regularly scheduled meeting on June 3, the Osceola School board approved the $10 million loan that was part of this spring’s referendum vote. The money will be used for faculty needs at the high school, middle school and intermediate school and will focus on improving safety, security and energy efficiency at each school. The board was excited to announce they had locked in an interested rate of 1.4 percent, when previous estimates were

hovering around the three percent range. The board also unanimously approved an investment proceeds management plan in conjunction with the $10 million. Schools wrap up distance learning District administrators updated the board on the end of distance learning for the 2019-20 school year. High School principal Adam Spiegel said the learning curve was steep but that school staff and students did the best they could. “There was definitely some challenges we had to overcome with getting kids engaged online,” he said. “ We saw kids who never struggled in person struggle online

and we saw some kids that struggled in person do great online.” Feedback from parents showed a positive reaction to distance learning. District staff is using what they learned this spring and the feedback from families to design a plan for the fall, should the district still be operating remotely. “We also have a lot of areas to grow,” Spiegel said. “We have a team of people here at the high school that are going to take a look at how we can fine tune the process in the event we are not in person in the fall or if we would have an extended break anytime during the school year.”

OMC reopens services Osceola Medical Center has resumed most of its services, including elective surgeries, Scandia Clinic, preventive services and procedures. Although things look different at the medical center and clinics, the necessary precautions are being put into place to keep patients and staff safe. “We care about our community’s health and are concerned about those who are delaying necessary care,” said Matt Forge, OMC’s Chief Executive Officer. “We are urging those who have put off their health care needs due to COVID-19 to not delay their care any longer and want to reassure our patients and community that we have implemented numerous protocols for the health and safety of everyone in our

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Osceola Medical Center has increased its measures to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff. OMC’s Clinic Assistants McKayla Carlson, CNA, and Mariah Aarhus, CNA, are demonstrating the new screening process for anyone entering the facility.

facilities. Our community can move forward with peace of mind in scheduling appointments or visiting our emergency room.” Specialty Clinic and Screening Mammograms are now available as are routine physical visits. With the reopening of

its services, OMC has increased its measures to ensure a safe environment. These include screening stations at all entrances for patients, staff and visitors where temperatures and symptom-checks are taken SEE OMC, PAGE 16

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the guidelines, and she hopes that everyone can learn valuable lessons from the Coronavirus situation. “I think it’s important just to take a step back and chill out,” she said. “I think people just need to stay home and rest their bodies.” Just a few miles down the road in Marine on St. Croix, Minn., Matt Miller has been getting ready to open up the Brookside Bar and Grill’s patio dining area. He arranged outdoor seating with tables spaced a safe distance from each other, with no more than six chairs at a table. The patio could seat up to 50 people. Inside, most of the furniture has been removed, so people who enter for to-go orders have space to stay away from others. The restrooms have been made as touch-free as possible “Like everyone, we’re bummed,” Miller said. “This is just not something that anyone wanted, and it’s just unfortunate that it’s happening. And much of it’s out of our control.” He’s decided to take the setbacks in stride and not let the situation upset him. Each day, he’s listening for health guidance from the CDC

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COVID-19 numbers have risen steadily in Polk County since the Wisconsin Supreme Court struck down Gov. Evers Safer At Home order. The Polk County Health Department reported 6 conﬁrmed cases on May 13, and as of June 8 there are 33 cases countywide.

and the government. Since Brookside closed on St. Patrick’s Day, Miller began curbside pickup in late April. He’s been happy with the support from his customers and hopes it continues, especially with the recent outdoor seating development. Washington County has 731 confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of June 8, according the Minnesota Department of Health. The total cases in Minnesota increased by over 4,000 between May 26 and June 8. The Wisconsin Supreme Court struck down Gov. Evers Safer at Home order on May 13. On that day there were 13,538 COVID-19 cases in wisconsin and just four confirmed cases in Polk County. As of June 8 there were 20,835 cases statewide and 33 cases

in Polk County, according to the Polk County Health Department. Business owners in Polk County, however, are up for the challenge of balancing health and maintaining local businesses. Cascade Bar and Grill in Osceola, owned by Wayne Erickson and his son, Tyler, faced a difficult shutdown on St. Patrick’s Day. They had just received their liquor license five days before, which was especially frustrating. “I understood the need to do it, but I think it went too long,” Erickson said. “It’s hurt a lot of businesses.” Recently, Erickson has been working nonstop to get the bar ready for customers. He’s taking all the precautions he can, from prepackaging condiments to using

paper menus, plastic cups, and spacing tables six feet apart. Tables are limited to six people unless they’re family, and the tables and bar are sanitized regularly. “I think it’s safe as long as you’re smart,” Erickson said. “Do the right things. Sanitize. If people want to wear masks, they’re welcome to.” Another challenge the bar faces is the influx of customers from Minnesota. People who have been itching to get back to normal are driving across the border to take a break from staying home. Right now, Erickson encourages everyone to support local businesses. “I go to the other bars around here and eat,” he said. “Support the local people. Any community should do that.” Down the street in

ARNELL MEMORIAL HUMANE SOCIETY Abigail wears a short blue coat with white mittens and bib. She is a little spitfire, a combination of unbridled bravado and heart. Abigail is not afraid of anything. She will play with an older kitten or entertain herself with fuzz balls and shadows. Abigail is sure to be a force to reckon with. She would make an excellent playmate for another bouncy kitten. When you can get her to stop for a minute, Abigail will collapse into your chest for cuddling. Her purr is immediate. Abigail is ready to move home with you. It is strange time to make your way through all of the uncertainty and chaos of Covid. All alone, Abigail found her way to the Arnell shelter by way of a kind lady who found her meowing in her yard. She is not alone in her predicament. In a good year, June is the month of kittens coming out in force. This year, with limited resources and shelter operations stunted by the virus, kittens and all homeless pets, will need extra help from the community. With cases of Covid on the rise in Polk County and the surrounding areas, Arnell shelter operations will be possible with some restrictions. Dog and cat adoptions will take place by appointment. Available pets will appear on our web site. Interested adopters will make their introduction to Arnell by filling out an online “Pre-Adoption Inquiry.” The inquiry will allow Arnell to set up appointments to meet the animals. Dog introductions will be an outdoor affair. Kitties chosen will be met in a designated “Meet and Greet” room. Masks are required to enter the building. It is a much different process than we are used to and takes some time to respond and coordinate. And so, this week there are a few new faces looking to make your acquaintance. Duncan and Addison are three month old kittens. Duncan has a medium length, blue and white coat. His sister Addison is mitted with short hair and an unusual diluted blue coat. It is a pale silver chocolate color. She is very unique. Sebastian has a short black coat. He is two years old with beautiful yellow-green eyes. Sebastian is a loving fellow. He is gentle and friendly, just wants to be loved. Cecily is a five year old shorthair Calico with a classic

markings. She too, is very sweet and will make a great companion. Adoptable dogs are Big and Small. Shotgun is the biggest. He is an 80 pound, two year old Husky/Malamute-Shepherd Mix. Shotgun gets along with other dogs and wouldn’t mind a spot in your lap. Shooter is one year old Aussie-Shepherd. He has a red Aussie coat and two ice blue eyes. Shooter would make a great companion for a home without other dogs or cats. Dottie is a black and white Heeler Mix with blue eyes and a soft bunny fur coat. She is a character, voicing her opinion and wiggling into your heart at the same time. Mia is a seven year old brindle Boxer. She has lots of energy, enjoying her walks and all attention she can get. Mia would love to curl up on your couch and watch the world go by. Another cuddler is Pierre. He is a 12+ year old Toy Poodle. Pierre would be content to stay in your lap all day with the exception of being carried around when you go somewhere. Pierre gets around on his own just fine but at his advanced age, he is ready to enjoy his golden years being pampered and adored. View our adoptable animals on our website: www. ARNELLHUMANE.ORG. Arnell Memorial Humane Society, 715 268-7387, Amery.

Osceola, the Watershed Café’s dining room has been open since the morning after Memorial Day. Rita Rasmuson, co-owner of the Watershed, has been operating the café with her husband Steve since 2014. They’ve become a staple in the community and receive a lot of business from across the border. So far, one of the biggest hurdles for Rasmuson is the negative environmental impact being a to-go restaurant has on the earth. The purpose of the Watershed is to provide a sit-down environment with real plates and silverware and minimal waste. With no time to prepare, the staff immediately went to work transitioning into take-out service by using compostable, recyclable materials. From there, Rasmuson faced more difficulties, like cutting staff hours and navigating how their food quality would hold up after a car ride. The new take-out-only service lasted until recently when the dine-in option became available. “The next step was to limit people in the building,” Rasmuson said. “So, it was almost like we had to make a barrier to protect ourselves as much as we needed to protect our

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hope you are enjoying summer and some respite from the cares of coronavirus and the national uproar for social justice after the death of George Floyd last month in Minneapolis. It’s been quite a few weeks, to say the least. As someone who can vividly recall the madness of 1968, I am struck by how little things seem to change in our nation. Issues bubble to forefront and fade over time, only to reappear later in our history. I recently watched the History Channel’s three part documentary about the life of Ulysses S. Grant. It was very well done, in opinion. Since much of his Publisher my life involved the Civil War and Reconstruction, racial equality Tom Stangl and justice and the government’s role were common themes. I have learned more about history as an adult than I ever did in school. It’s not the fault of my teachers. The subjects are so immense, even for our relatively young nation, there’s no way they can be covered in a semester or a year. That’s one of the reasons I enjoy reading and watching these types of programs. In addition to dramatizations of events in Grant’s life, military experts and historians offer their opinions to carry the narrative of the story. At the conclusion of the six hours we learn Grant, who was compared to George Washington in stature after his death over a century ago, faded from history as the narrative of the Civil War was recast. The “Lost Cause” was a movement that romanticized the cause of Confederacy as just and about state’s rights and not slavery. Grant was cast as the butcher in this version of thinking and Robert E. Lee as the tragic hero. I’m smart enough to know history is written by the victors and there are two sides to every story. That’s why learning about Grant’s childhood as the son of abolitionists who married a daughter of a slave owner and how the dual forces formed his thinking and actions was a revelation to me. Grant was a failure many times in many things in his life but excelled in the military and in leading men. He was the logical person to succeed Andrew Johnson as president to do his best with Reconstruction. I found this passage from his first inaugural address in 1869 timeless, in the worst possible way: “The country having just emerged from a great rebellion, many questions will come before it for settlement in the next four years which preceding Administrations have never had to deal with. In meeting these it is desirable that they should be approached calmly, without prejudice, hate, or sectional pride, remembering that the greatest good to the greatest number is the object to be attained. “This requires security of person, property, and free religious and political opinion in every part of our common country, without regard to local prejudice. All laws to secure these ends will receive my best efforts for their enforcement. “I ask patient forbearance one toward another throughout the land, and a determined effort on the part of every citizen to do his share toward cementing a happy union..” Great words 151 years ago. I just wish we didn’t need to heed them in the 21st century. But the great thing is we can learn this lesson now, if we have the will to do so. As always, I welcome your comments. You can reach me by email at tstangl@theameryfreepress. com, telephone 715-268-8101 or write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery, WI, 54001. Thanks for reading I’ll keep in touch. Feel free to do the same.

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gladly voted for in 2012. Both of them made me proud to go to the polls, something I can’t say of the current inhabitant of the White House. I’m a gun owner and an advocate of the 2nd amendment. I don’t own an assault rifle, nor to I see the need to. But if my neighbor wants to own 50 of them, it’s really none of my damn business as long as he doesn’t shoot holes in my house. Democratic led gun control efforts have not proven an effective deterrent to mass shootings and gun violence and they never will — that’s just the truth. I’m also outspoken about the environment, public land access and the scientific realities of climate change. Republicans have been and continue to be obscenely detrimental to all three of those topics, despite overwhelming evidence that what they’re doing is wrong — that’s just the truth. It took me a long time to shake off my biased outer layer and admit both of these things are true. But once I did, I discovered the realm of legitimate political truths was so much sweeter than the cable news wasteland that was sucking the life out of the rest of the country. I don’t mean to present myself as some kind of all knowing, political genie here to shame the rest of you into submission, or enlightenment. I think tons of Americans hold the same, dual-sided, well thought out (if I do say so myself) beliefs, but are being drowned out by the incessant blathering of people like Tucker Carlson and Rachel Maddow. We’re what author Steven Rinella would call ‘radical centrists,’ which has completely ceased to be an SEE SILL, PAGE 6

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A commentary by Randy Romanski, Interim Secretary, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and Brandon Scholz, President and CEO, Wisconsin Grocers Association As we continue to navigate the ever-changing circumstances of COVID-19, we can take comfort that we live in a state that produces an abundance of nutritious, high-quality foods. From fruits and vegetables to milk and meat, Wisconsin agriculture is diverse and plentiful. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to drive far in Wisconsin to see the farms and fields that feed all of us every day. Unfortunately, COVID-19 has impacted the entire world, including our food producers, processors, and distributors. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen disruptions to the food supply chain, and expect there could be more as the pandemic continues. Despite those disruptions, grocery stores across Wisconsin are working tirelessly to be sure we have consistent access to a variety of fresh, frozen,

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it takes some effort. Sometimes Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve wondered if these unexpected phone calls are more a bother than a pleasant surprise to the folks we call. Yesterday, I got a surprise call myself from Geri. I havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seen Geri since I moved 1400 miles away years ago. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quite a bit older than I and not someone I knew well, so when I saw her name pop up on my phone yesterday, I was very surprised. I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know I even had her phone number, to be honest. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Geri!â&#x20AC;? I said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;this is Carrie!â&#x20AC;? There was a moment of awkward silence. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Geri, did you butt dial me?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Carrie? This is Carrie Classon?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Geri, you butt dialed me, didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t you?!â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;No! I was trying to call someone else. Someone to clean my house.â&#x20AC;? Geri has a huge old wooden house sitting on a hill. It even has a turret on one corner. There are nooks and crannies and stairs everywhere. I would not want to clean Geriâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Geri! I am not going to clean your house!â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oh no! But itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so good to hear your voice. How are you doing?â&#x20AC;? I knew Geri was getting up in years and her husband, Clarence, was older yet. So I asked, somewhat timidly, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Howâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your family?â&#x20AC;?

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oh, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re fine. But weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re old! I am 88 and Clarence is 95!â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Only 95? Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a pup!â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;He parks in the spot reserved for WWII veterans they still have at the grocery store and I think heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the only one who uses it!â&#x20AC;? Geri and I chatted for quite a while. We both had news and a lot of shared memories. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You and Peter have to come and visit sometime!â&#x20AC;? Geri said. I promised we would next time we were anywhere near. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Clarence is going to be mad when he finds out you called me up to clean your house and ended up inviting us over,â&#x20AC;? I told her. â&#x20AC;&#x153;No, no, we would love to see you! It was great talking with you!â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was good to hear from you, Geri.â&#x20AC;? And it was. Talking to Geri made my day. I suddenly felt less worried about those â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hi! We were just thinking about you!â&#x20AC;? calls Peter and I have been making. Yes, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a little awkward making conversation with someone you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t talked to in a long time, but sometimes a little awkward is okay, I decided. Sometimes a little awkward is a lot of fun. Till next time, Carrie Carrie Classonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memoir is called, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Blue Yarn.â&#x20AC;? Learn more at CarrieClasson.com.

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tâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s harder to keep in touch with people these days. Things are opening up but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be a while before we hop in a car and visit people the way we used to. I met the pastor of my church while walking. She told me the youth group had been meeting via Zoom and the kids were overcome with shyness, seetheir faces on Columnist ing the screen. I wanted to say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Carrie Classon they realize they can be seen when they show up in person?â&#x20AC;? But I sympathized with the teenagers. When my husband, Peter, and I tried Zoom for the first time it was a little awkward. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the camera be higher?â&#x20AC;? I asked. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You can see right up our noses!â&#x20AC;? We found a cardboard box and adjusted the laptop angle. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why is it so smudgy?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had sticky tape over the camera,â&#x20AC;? Peter told me. Peter cleaned the tape residue off the lens and I realized I looked a lot better smudgy. But weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been trying to make a point of calling people up more often. (Peter calls it â&#x20AC;&#x153;drunk dialing,â&#x20AC;? although weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not.) Sometimes

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a lot of drawing with her Turkish friends and was always looking for ways to improve her artistic habits. Being in a different country also broadened her understanding of the world. “It gave me a more global perspective,” Beeves said. “It also put me in the shoes of being a minority and a foreigner.” Living in an all-Muslim area, she was often targeted for being an American and a Christian, which helped her empathize a lot more with minority groups. “I also made a lot of friends, and there were people who really stood up for me,” she said. “Which is why I want to help advocate and be a voice for others.” Taking that perspective back to America, she put her love for others into practice, working in group homes, crisis shelters, rehab programs, and other areas in the helping field. During high school, Beeves’ passion for art took off as she experimented with different mediums and used her creative ingenuity to craft masterpieces that reflected her inner thoughts and feelings. “If I’m having a hard time, art is how I cope with stress and anxiety,” Beeves said. “And these are stress and anxiety-provoking times, so I’ve been doing lots and lots of art.” Recently, she has been selling her art online, especially her handmade jewelry. “My art is really based on what I’m feeling at the time,” she said. “I use epoxy resin, and I use dried bo-

tanicals within the resin.” She has also recently been enjoying watercolor and mixed media drawing. Beeves graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Stout with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a minor in studio art. She delved into the psychology behind art and studied why it’s so powerful. “When you look at the psychological aspect of art, it can be really healing because it allows different parts of your brain to work together that normally wouldn’t,” Beeves said. “While those connections are being made inside of your brain, it’s easier for people to process trauma and talk about things that they normally wouldn’t be able to talk about.” Her goal is to be an art therapist and help people process mental health with the creative process. Although she isn’t an art therapist yet, she’s incorporated art groups into almost every one of her jobs. Because Beeves is a Christian, her faith motivates her to love others in every part of her life. And, although she doesn’t often incorporate biblical themes in her artwork, the passion for beauty and communicating love and solidarity with others is a primary factor. “A lot of times I’ll, like, pray while I’m doing art,” Beeves said. “The project I started recently that’s really faith-driven [is] the positivity package project. And when I write out messages for people, I’m not always writing Scripture verses or things like that, but it’s more of the action of letting people know that they’re cared about.” While the positivity packages ar-

en’t necessarily Christian-focused, she expects them to be openings for meaningful conversations. Starting when the quarantine measures took effect in midMarch, Beeves has created over 160 of the packages so far and hopes to send out a lot more. “I’ve sent them to kids, I’ve sent them to elderly in the nursing home,” Beeves said. “I think one was in New York, which is really cool.” People with a loved one who needs encouragement can send Beeves that person’s address and the package will be delivered with an optional donation for postage. Donations for the project have come from all over. Strangers have been giving money to help spread some positivity to people who are lonely and stressed. All of the donations go directly to postage costs, and Beeves doesn’t receive any profit. “I feel like this is how I can help right now,” she said. “Like, I’m just using what I know how to do.” For anyone who wants to send a positivity package to someone they know, or to support the project through donations, Beeves can be reached through email at hannahbeevesart@gmail.com. Beeves wants others to know that whoever they are and whatever their circumstances look like, they are unique and loved. Struggling with anxieties about the pandemic and transitioning into a new “normal” herself, her goal is to help everyone know they’re not alone, and we’re all in this together.

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Do justice, love mercy, walk humbly BY JACK STARR OSCEOLA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

It is the most simple of verses. He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God. (Micah 6:8 NRSV) This last Sunday was what my denomination likes to celebrate as Peace with Justice Sunday. It’s a day in which we take an extra offering to support ministries that work for economic and social equality, fight oppression, seek peaceful resolutions to conflict, and aid the vulnerable and marginalized. Talk about timing. If peace with justice means recognizing that every individual is a person of inestimable worth, created in God’s image and loved as God’s own child, then the events of the last week show us just how far that is from reality in our world today. Disciples of Jesus Christ need to help our society imagine a different world – one that reflects God’s dream for creation and one that CAN be a reality today. The way we do that is by living in such a way that others can see the Kingdom of God alive in us. When Micah wrote those words about 8 centuries before Jesus was born the nation of Israel was enjoying a time much like we were a few months ago. Many of the privileged class had never had it so good. But others suffered – the gap between the rich and poor had never been larger. In choosing to forget their own struggles leading up to liberation, the people had grown complacent and apathetic. They neglected to show the vulnerable and suffering in their midst the same grace they’d needed at one time themselves. Those who had position and pow-

er felt no responsibility for those who were marginalized and had none. The wealthy class and powerful politicians had swayed the religious leaders into establishing a set of rituals & practices that didn’t have any practical effect on the world around them. These empty words amounted to some sort of bargaining tactic, even an attempt to buy off God. And God wanted none of it. Micah was a small town boy who spoke for the poor farm workers who were suffering at the hands of the land owners. When he saw injustice, he boldly named it, taking a big risk because he was not in a place of power but rather right in the midst of the situation. That’s how God was able to use him. Micah goes before business, political and religious leaders, calling out those who have influence and power but refuse to use it for those who don’t. Calling out injustice, Micah asks, “But what does the Lord require?” The answer is so simple you could put it on a coffee mug or a t-shirt or even post it on the internet with a pretty picture of nature behind it. And we have done that, all of it. But it isn’t pretty. Micah is crying out at the top of his lungs to people who have forgotten God and their promises to God. Even now, they’re not paying attention. People are hurting! People are dying! Wake up church!!! Do Justice, Love Mercy, Walk Humbly with God. In all its simplicity, this commandment is hard work. It’s hard work because justice is about not only seeing and naming a problem but also about finding ways to make things better. It’s hard work because justice means acting with fairness, honesty and integrity. These are things one can’t do halfway. It’s all or nothing If justice is hard work, mercy

may be even harder Mercy is hard work because even though we can see all kinds of injustices, tragedies and atrocities; seeing is not enough. Mercy flows from our hearts. We naturally love mercy when we receive it. How about when it comes to showing and sharing it? Mercy is hard work because it requires us to be vulnerable - as vulnerable as Jesus. Walking humbly with God is hard because true humility is hard for all of us. But what it means is recognizing that God has invited us to be part of God’s own mission of mercy to the world. Not playing God, not forgetting we are human, but recognizing our dependence on grace. Walking humbly is remembering that I get it wrong as often as I get it right, maybe more. Walking humbly is knowing that I have not always been just or merciful and that God still accepts me and works with me, knowing that I can do better. So maybe walking humbly with God is simply about paying attention to who we are and what is around us. Do Justice, Love Mercy, Walk Humbly with God. It’s simple. Right? It will only take the rest of our lives to begin to even understand all that it means. But as we do, when there are crises in this country and around the world, we can come together and listen to one another and come up with solutions and say together, “No, wait! God has shown us a better way. Let us tell you about it.” How would Micah preach this message today? How do you preach to entire systems that are so entrenched in our way of thinking that we can’t even see the problem? How do you preach to those who care – but maybe not quite enough? How do you preach

Dennis Allen Dixon Dennis Allen Dixon (Benny) died at his home in Osceola with immediate family members at his side in tthe morning hours of June 22, 2020. He was a graduate of O Osceola High school class o of 1974. In 1978, Dennis got a job at Andersen Windows a and he worked there for the n next 39 years all while liviing in Osceola and raising h his two sons with his wife S Shelly Dixon. Dennis was an avid footb ball fan and was a member o of “Raider Nation” which a all who knew him could attest to. Sundays at the Dixon house consisted of the three F’s: Family, Football and Food. He also enjoyed lifting weights, camping and canoe trips with family. Dennis passionately loved his family and spent years entertaining them with his larger than life story telling abilities as well as his fun loving ways in which he razzed them all. Dennis was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. Dennis was preceded in death by his father, Ben Dixon; mother, Elaine Dixon and brother, Bennie Ray Dixon. Dennis is survived by his wife, Shelly Dixon; children, Cole (Misty) Dixon, Chet (Ashley) Dixon; siblings, Catherine (Gene) Wymer and James (Kristen) Dixon; grandchildren; Devin, Mason, Ben, Morgan and Alexandra; niece, Samantha (Ryan) Williams and many more extended family and friends. A celebration of life service will be held a later date and will be announced publicly. Arrangements are with the Grandstrand Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed online at www. grandstrandfh.com.

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN – MILWAUKEE Jennier Pfannes of Osceola graduated with a bachelor of arts degree. UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN – SUPERIOR Mariah Loiselle of

Dresser was named to the spring semester Dean’s List.

ST. NORBERT COLLEGE Oliver Dresser of Dresser was named to the spring semester Dean’s List.

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CHURCH LISTINGS Following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control, all gatherings of 10 or more are being curtailed. Please call to see if church services are being held in some capacity. ALLIANCE CHURCH OF THE VALLEY 1259 Hwy. 35 South, St. Croix Falls 715-483-1100 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 110th 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. at Osceola High School Auditorium.

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 Co. Rd. F, 1751 100th Ave. Pastor Darryl R. Olson 715-755-3113 ———————— 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 – OSCEOLA Pastor Mark Barlow 722 Seminole Ave. Osceola 715-417-0752 ———————— 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 2098 70th Avenue Pastor Nile Merseth ———————— 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 Nate Roschen 715-294-2112 • 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: 715-417-0945 ———————— NEW WINE COMMUNITY CHURCH

309 5th Street, Centuria Pastor Scott Petznick (715) 338-8912 ———————— OSCEOLA COMMUNITY CHURCH 2492 Education Drive, Osceola Larry Mederich www.osceolacommunitychurch.org ———————— OSCEOLA MEDICAL CENTER SPIRITUAL CARE 2600 65th Avenue, Osceola https: myomc.org/wellness/ spiritual-care 715-294-2111 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 Pastor Melissa Carmack Find us on Facebook! peace@centurytel.net ———————— 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 ———————— RIVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN CHURCH LIGHTHOUSE 1289 160th Street St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 715-483-5378 Pastor Jonah Fetzer ———————— 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 Ran Yoo Pastor Kooko Kim ———————— 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 ———————— SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH MISSOURI SYNOD 140 Madison Street St. Croix Falls Pastor Mark Schoen 715-483-1186 ———————— TRINITY EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH (WELS) 300 Seminole Ave., (Ct H M) Osceola 715-294-2828 • www.trinityosceola.com Pastor David Rosenow (920-645-7526) ———————— TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH OF GARFIELD 1578 85th Ave., Amery Pastor Lori Peper 715-268-9577 ———————— WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN (ELCA), 447 180th St., Osceola www.westimmanuel.org Interim Pastor Matt Saarem SUNDAY: ———————— WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP Cliff Bjork, (651) 465-7373 366 Bench St., Taylors Falls, Minn. ———————— ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH (Wisconsin Synod) East Farmington Pastor William Brassow (715) 294-3489

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Wisconsin State Park campgrounds opening June 10 The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will reopen state campgrounds on June 10 with special conditions to ensure the safety of staff and visitors. Some of the changes that campers and park visitors will experience beginning June 10 include: Automatic touchless check-in. New signs to educate visitors on recreating responsibly. Park offices will remain closed to the public. RESERVATIONS Camping reservations will be accepted by phone (1-888-947-2757) and online only to eliminate face to face interaction with DNR staff. Same-day camping reservations are also now available by phone (1-888947-2757) and the online reservation system. Check-in is no longer necessary at the office or visitor station when coming to a property. Please proceed directly to your campsite and be-

gin setup. Property staff will visit sites to monitor occupancy. Campers should note that Rock Island State Park remains closed through June 30. The Washington Island Ferry Line has also currently suspended all trips to and from Rock Island. Camping reservations for June 8 or 9 will be canceled and refunded; if reservations for a longer stay begin on June 8/9 and extend beyond June 10 your arrival will automatically be adjusted to June 10. GROUP CAMPING, SHELTER AND AMPHITHEATERS Group camping, shelters, and amphitheaters will be closed through June 30. All reservation holders will be contacted and provided a full refund. RESTROOMS AND BUILDINGS Most restrooms at state properties are now open. Some remote water fountains may be closed in the day use area of the

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Another search for the perfect boat “If you want to catch walleyes there is only one thing you need to know,” said Ben Elfelt of Shafer, Minn. His tongue-in-cheek reply was, “Where the walleyes are.” In this second search for the perfect boat, I talked to Elfelt, Polk County Park and Trails Coordinator, successful walleye guide of Prime Time Guide Service, married to Kim, a very good angler herself, and father of almost 2 year old Eleanor. More about how to catch walleyes later. Like most of us Ben started out in his dad Tony’s boat. “Dad was a panfish angler. He owned a nice little 16’ Lund. I was thinking musky and walleyes as an 11 year old kid and wanted to take his boat out on my own. Dad said I could take the boat out on my own when I could swim across the lake and back wearing a life jacket.” Soon Ben could us the boat at his pleasure and eventually Tony’s 16 footer was his. They also had a pontoon boat, but Ben quickly realized that’s a pleasure craft, not a boat to seriously fish in. Ben later found out that he didn’t need a driver’s license to get around Forest Lake. “With my Lund on Forest Lake I didn’t need a car. I’d pick up my friends and we’d boat Wild River to wherever we wanted to get to around town.” Next Ben became a Trails very good muskie hunter. Then he went after walleyes and found them Jim Bennett easily also. As a kid Ben dreamed of fishing Mille Lacs Lake, Cass and Winnie. After graduating high school, getting into college and then marrying, Ben decided he needed a bigger boat. “I saw a For Sale $500 sign by this nice big newer Crestliner. But the owner said that the boat for sale was actually

a Lund Predator nearby that needed some work. As newly married college students, they couldn’t afford a big boat so with a little love and hard work Ben fixed up the boat, then thought he would try his hand at a little guiding. All of us think we can be guides. We can’t. Ben could. He told me he was getting old fast at age 25, throwing musky baits and realized he could catch walleye while other people struggled. He decided to try his hand at guiding. “You have to be where the walleyes are. They move seasonally and I soon found out that electronics were the key to finding them. I really took my time locating them on a little black fish finder with a 4” screen.” Ben was successful right off the bat and hooked up with a couple bait shops to get his name out there. He knew right away he needed a bigger boat. “Walleye fishing is all about boat control. A bigger boat is more stable. I needed a better trolling motor and outboard. I started looking every day, mostly online, and soon realized that boats in South Dakota were 15-20% cheaper than here. I found a Lund Pro V tiller and pretty much bought it over the phone. Set it up with a Hummingbird fish locator and Minn Kota trolling motor that could be linked together wirelessly. With a simple remote I could run everything from the back of the boat.” I fish with Ben occasionally and we catch fish, 20 to 30 walleye and or crappie a night, normal for Ben, not me. I asked him about his best times on the water guiding. “There were many times we lost count. I knew the anglers were happy when I asked them if they wanted another picture taken with a fish they just caught and they’d answer, ‘No. We have SEE BENNETT, PAGE 11

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this time and should be purchased before campers arrive. Campers are reminded that certified firewood that has been properly heat-treated or aged location to kill any infesting pests or diseases to protect Wisconsin’s trees must be purchased within 10 miles of their camping location. ADMISSION Annual park stickers and trail passes are required to visit state parks and trails. Annual stickers are available for purchase online or with credit card by phone 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. seven days a week by calling toll free: 1-888305-0398. Annual trail and daily passes are NOT available for purchase at individual properties. Visitors must have an annual admission sticker adhered to their vehicle or proof of purchase for entry. Once proof of purchase is shown, visitors must place proof of purchase on the dash of the windshield while parked within the boundary of the property. The 2020 annual vehicle admission sticker is valid through Dec. 31, 2020. Annual state trail pass is required for anyone age 16 or older biking, cross-country skiing, horseback riding or inline skating on certain trails. A state trail pass is NOT required for walking or hiking. The annual trail passes are valid through Dec. 31 of the year they are issued. CAPACITY AND CLOSURES Due to high demand, many properties will likely reach their pre-determined capacity limits. When this happens, properties will close until existing visitors leave, and capacity is reduced.

Visitors are encouraged to explore other DNR recreation areas or visit during non-peak hours before 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m. The following State Natural Areas remain closed: Pewits Nest, Parfrey’s Glen, Dells of the Wisconsin River, Gibraltar Rock. Attractions, including beaches, where social distancing cannot be achieved may close as needed. EVENTS All events and special event permits are canceled through June 30. Volunteer activities will also follow the Bounce Back Plan and be permitted on a case-bycase basis depending on group size and whether the activity can be done maintaining 6 feet of space between volunteers. The DNR urges state park visitors to do their part when visiting DNR properties. Most Wisconsin state parks, forests and other day-use areas do not have garbage or recycling bins. When you visit, please take your garbage and recyclables home with you. We all play a vital role in taking care of our natural resources. Following the Leave No Trace principles helps protect the land for generations to come. Fight the Bite! Ticks are out, and visitors should take precautions to prevent Lyme Disease. Visitors are reminded to practice social distancing of 6 feet, refrain from congregating in large groups, travel only within your home communities and follow all existing state park rules and guidelines. Visitors are also encouraged to wear masks in situations where social distancing is difficult. The DNR continues to receive the most up-todate information and will adjust operations as conditions change. We will also continue to monitor on-the-ground circumstances each day to determine additional conditions that may become necessary. Before visiting other properties, please check with individual parks regarding changes to park operations. For specific information regarding COVID-19 we encourage the public to frequently monitor the DHS website for updates, and to follow @DHSWI on Facebook and Twitter, or dhs.wi on Instagram. Additional information can be found on the CDC website.

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Dogs can be vulnerable to sunburn Human beings are accustomed to taking certain measures to protect themselves when spending time in the sun. Applying and reapplying sunscreen, avoiding the outdoors during certain times of the day and drinking plenty of water while outside are just a few of the ways people can safely soak up summer sun. But what about dogs? Should dog owners be equally protective of their four-legged friends before letting them run around in the backyard or fraternize with fellow canines at the nearest dog park? According to the American Kennel Club, dogs can get sunburned just like their human counterparts. In addition, the AKC notes that sunburn can make dogs more vulnerable to certain types of skin cancer, including squamous cell carcinoma, malignant melanomas and hemangiomas. Sunburn also can exacerbate preexisting conditions like autoimmune disorders and dermatitis. Some dogs may be especially vulnerable While no dog is immune to sunburn, some are more vulnerable than others. The AKC notes that hairless breeds like

the American Hairless Terrier need sun protection whenever they will be outside for extended periods of time. In addition, dogs with white or thin coats and those with light-pigmented noses and eyelids also are especially vulnerable to sunburn. The AKC also says that dogs with thick coats of hair are not immune to sunburn, as many such dogs shed their coats during especially warm weather, thereby making them more vulnerable to the sun’s ultraviolet rays. Dog owners can speak with their veterinarians to determine how vul-

nerable their dogs are to sunburn. What dog owners can do Dogs can benefit from sunscreen just like their owners. However, dog owners must only apply dog-specific sunscreens to their furry friends. The AKC advises dog owners to avoid applying sunscreens that contain zinc oxide or para-aminobenzoic acid, or PABA, to their dogs, as these can be toxic when ingested. Ingestion is likely as dogs typically try to lick their skin after sunscreen has been applied, so dog owners must take this warning very seriously.

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The AKC also recommends using waterproof sunscreens with a minimum sun protection factor, or SPF, of 30. Don’t just go all in Before applying sunscreen to a dog’s entire body, pick an area of its body to apply a small amount. Then wait a little while to see if the sunscreen causes an allergic reaction. If it does, wash the product off with water and do not allow the dog to spend ample time outdoors until you find a product that works and does not cause an allergic reaction. If the dog is not allergic, apply the sunscreen about 20 minutes before going outside, keeping a watchful eye on your pooch to be sure he or she does not lick it off. Apply the product anywhere pigment is light, and also make sure to get vulnerable areas like the bridge of the nose, ear tips and the skin around the lips, groin and inner thighs. Reapply after the dog goes swimming, and also every four to six hours whether the dog has gone swimming or not. Dogs are vulnerable to sunburn just like humans. Dog owners must protect their furry friends whenever spending time outdoors.

Did you know? Large breed dogs take longer to mature physically into their adult size, which is a boon to anyone who loves the puppy years. As they grow, dogs may experience clumsy movements and struggle to adjust to their bodies as quickly as they would like. It’s comparable to the awkward teenage years that humans go through. Large breeds may not

understand how big they are. As a result, they may try to sit on your lap or fit on a dog bed they have outgrown. Large breed adolescent dogs also may step on your feet and/or fail to understand their own strength as they jump up to offer kisses. Over time, large pups will reach physical and emotional maturity and have a better sense of self.

Dogs may be man’s best friend, but horses have been companion and assistance animals for millenia. In fact, archaeological evidence indicates that humans formed intermingled relationships with horses nearly 5,500 years ago. Horses provided people with much of the essentials they required for group survival. Khan Academy indicates that the domestication of the horse ushered in an era of innovation in transport and communication. Horses also were invaluable animals on the farm or in early villages. Horses still serve many practical functions, but they’re more often than not companion animals or relied on for riding hobbies and sport. Horses are majestic and fascinating animals, and these 15 interesting facts show just how incredible these beautiful animals are. 1. Horses can sleep both lying down and standing up. 2. Horses have the largest eyes of any mammal that lives on land. 3. People once believed horses were colorblind. In fact, horses can see colors, but are better at detecting yellows and greens than purples and violets. 4. A horse’s body contains 205 bones. 5. Because a horse’s eyes are on the side of its head, it is capable of seeing nearly 360 degrees at one time. 6. The fastest sprinting speed ever recorded for a horse is 55 miles per hour, though they generally trot at around four miles per hour. 7. Horses evolved from a very small animal about the size of a dog or baby lamb that was called a hyracotherium. This ancestor lived in tropical rain forests in North America and ate leaves. 8. Hooves are made from the same protein that comprises human fingernails and hair. 9. The Przewalski’s horse is the only truly wild horse species still in existence. The last remaining wild population is in Mongolia. 10. A male horse is called a stallion, while a young male horse is a colt. A female horse is a mare, while a young female is a filly. 11. Ponies are not immature horses. They are a small variety of horse. 12. Estimates suggest there are around 60 million horses in the world. 13. Early civilizations used horses as a form of food. But in 732 A.D., Pope Gregory III said the ritual consumption of horse meat was a pagan practice and had to be abolished. Islamic and Jewish communities also advocated toward avoiding horse meat. Today there is no specific law in the U.S. banning horse meat, but most people still steer clear of it. 14. An adult horse’s brain weighs 22 ounces, or about half the weight of a human brain. 15. Horses like sweet flavors, which is why you can tempt them with sweet treats like apples and sugar cubes.

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even more closely with local processors to move their product. Local retailers are also looking for additional opportunities to connect that dot between producers and consumers. • Share your thanks. Now is the time to express your gratitude to our essential workforce, including those in the food distribution network. Show your appreciation in your local community or on social media for those who stock our shelves and fill our plates every day. COVID-19 has changed many things about our lives, and there’s no doubt it will have a lasting impact on all of us. But throughout this global public health emergency, food and those who produce and distribute it have remained essential to everyone’s well-being. By shopping responsibly, learning more about our food supply chain, thinking and buying local, and supporting the essential workers who work hard each day to make nutritious, high-quality food available, we will move through these challenging times together.

POLK COUNTY ARRESTS Matthew Gene Gillentine, 32, Byhalia, Miss., was arrested May 25 for substantial battery. Crystal Marie Cook, 27, Coon Rapids, Minn.,, was arrested May 25 for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, bail jumping and a probation hold. Dustin Charles Groehler, 29, Clayton, was arrested May 25 for substantial battery and disorderly conduct. Joel Milburn Lindgren, 39, Amery, was arrested May 24 for a Washington County, Minn., warrant and possession of THC. Miles Clifton Walls, 32, Osceola, was arrested May 23 for domestic battery, domestic disorderly conduct, domestic strangulation and possession of methamphetamine. Brandon R. Chenal, 33, Siren, was arrested May 21 for resisting an officer, possession of methamphetamine with intent, possession of drug paraphernalia and felony bail jumping. Leigha Marie Van Sickle, 34, Frederic, was arrested May 21 for a probation hold warrant, possession of methamphetamine and posses-

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School Board Proceedings The Regular Meeting of the Board of Education for the School District of Osceola was held in the Boardroom on May 20, 2020. The meeting was called to order by President Brooke Kulzer at 6:00 P.M. with roll call taken: Pete Kammerud – yes; Kysa Marten –yes, Brian Meyer – yes; Lanette Johnson-yes; and Brooke Kulzer –yes. Superintendent Mark Luebker, Business Manager Lynette Edwards, Building Principal Lindsay Thomas, and Building and Grounds Director Bob Schmidt attended the meeting. Virtually the following Administrators joined the meeting; Director of Instruction Dr. Rebecca Styles, and Building Principals Adam Spiegel, Scott Newton, Amanda Meyer, and Julie Bender attended the meeting. A Pete Kammerud/Kysa Marten motion was made to approve the consent without the request to pull any items out for discussion. Motion Carried. Adopt the agenda Approved minutes of the Regular Meeting held on May 6, 2020 2nd Reading of Policy 6320 Hires, Resignations, and Recognitions. Resignation: Kelly Orton, OMS Cook Recognition(s): Hire (s): Tracie Gillund, 5th Grade Teacher (20-21), Stephanie Tokar, OIS SPED Teacher (20-21) Motion Carried. A Kysa Marten/Lanette Johnson motion was made to approve the payment of bills from General Fund with ACH numbered 201900206-201900217 and computerized checks numbered 179884-180009 for a total of $795,091.81. Motion Carried. Food Service Annual Report. Presented by Food Service Director Susan Mayer. Huge kudos to all food service staff for all of the hard work they have put in throughout the school year, especially during the closure. For the 20192020 school year, 171,414 meals were served as of March 18, 2020. During the school closure we delivered to approximately 650 students per day. Which is a total of 1,300 meals per day as students receive breakfast and lunch. The food deliveries will end Friday, May 29. Starting Wednesday, June 3 we will offer a weekly pick up option on Wednesday for families. Dates are June 3, 10, 17 and 24. An email was sent out to all families in the district. We also received a generous donation from MidWestOne Bank that covered all negative lunch account balances as of May 1, 2020. A Pete Kammerud/Kysa Marten motion was made to approve 2020-2021 school meal prices. Increases for breakfast will be $.05 and lunch will be $.10. Discussion on history of meal prices and the need to increase rates. Some are due to increasing supply & labor costs, current food supply, equipment, etc. Meal prices will be available on the district’s website under School Nutrition. Motion Carried.

sion of drug paraphernalia. Shannon Mary O’Brien, 46, Woodbury, Minn., was arrested May 19 for possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. Bridget Nicole Eisele, 38, Frederic, was arrested May 21 for a probation warrant. Charles Dustin Coon, 42, Luck, was arrested May 18 for a probation violation. Aaron James Merrill, 33, Luck, was arrested May 18 for a probation warrant. Ky D. Larson, 30, Milltown, was arrested May 23 for a probation hold. Joshua Ryan McCloud, 22, Amery, was arrested May 20 for OWI (3rd), operating without a license (2nd), resisting an officer and a probation hold. Michael Lawrence Nelson, 37, St. Croix Falls, was arrested May 21 for OWI (2nd) and disorderly conduct. Dennis J. Woitas, 57, St. Croix Falls, was arrested May 24 for OWI (2nd). Troy Lane Cowan, 57, Milltown, was arrested May 23 for OWI (4th). Megan Marie Lowe, 27, Luck, was arrested May 27 for felony bail jumping. Melissa Ann Leverty, 27,

Balsam Lake, was arrested May 28 for domestic disorderly conduct and resisting and officer. Francine J. Halfaday, 38, Ashland, was arrested May 28 for possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver, possession of drug paraphernalia and a probation hold. Brady Ryan Anderson, 26, Osceola, was arrested May 28 for possession of drug paraphernalia (THC). William Francis Curran, 32, Luck, was arrested May 29 for possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of marijuana. John Christian Glimmerveen, 34, Richfield, MN, was arrested May 29 for obstructing an officer. Madyson Marie Sorenson, 19, Hastings, MN, was arrested May 30 for operating without consent. Richard Michael Tschida Jr., 32, Centuria, was arrested May 30 for intentional passenger without consent. Christopher L. Larson, 37, Dresser, was arrested May 31 for domestic disorderly conduct, domestic battery and felony bail jumping (x2). Johnny Dylan Painter, 17, Luck, was arrested May 31

A Brian Meyer/Pete Kammerud motion was made to approve the 2019-2020 revised budget presented by Lynette Edwards. Revisions were made based on updated received grants, student count aid payments, Common School Funds, etc. Motion Carried. A COVID- 19 Update was presented by Mark Luebker. On Monday, March 9, I received a phone call from Polk County Department of Health regarding the Destination Imagination event held in Osceola. A visitor from Pierce County who was at the event tested positive for COVID-19. The School District of Osceola was the first school in the state of Wisconsin to close school due to COVID-19. Now fast forward a few months later and all the changes we have received since that initial phone call. This week the district is wrapping up our last week of virtual education and meal deliveries. I am proud of all staff and volunteers who have put in countless hours to make this happen. I strongly believe we did the best to provide instruction for students considering all circumstances. It’s also important for staff, students and the community to know virtual education will not replace the value of having our teachers and students in the classroom. Recently, on May 13 the Wisconsin Supreme Court struck down Emergency Order #28, Safer at Home Order allowing businesses to reopen following certain guidelines. However, the Supreme Court did not rule on Public and Private K-12 schools, meaning they are still required to remain closed for pupil instruction and extracurricular activities through June 30, 2020. but did not affect schools being closed through June 30. 2020. School District of Osceola school buildings and school grounds will remain closed through June 30, 2020. We are now evaluating what our options are starting July. Starting Wednesday June 3, families have been given the option for meal pick up which will occur weekly on Wednesdays. This information was emailed out to families on May 12. Our Food Service Department will be reimbursed for all students who sign up for this service. Currently July 16 has been set for our 2020 High School Graduation. If no rulings are made to allow larger social gatherings, this will be a virtual graduation. WIAA extended the option for spring sports to have a July season but after a great debate and conversion with our Middle Border Conference we have decided it is still in the best interest of safety to not implement a July season. Starting Monday, June 1 we will return to normal hours of operation for staff but will have return to work guidelines and requirements available to take extra precautions. Staff who will be returning during this time will include administrative assistants, school nurse, Community Education, food service, custodial/maintenance and administrators. Our Kids Klub program will begin their programming starting Monday, July 6. We will follow guidance issued for daycare, including providing essential employees a first chance to register. On Friday, May 29 we will be hosting an end of year staff celebration to recognize staff for work anniversaries and retirements. Moving forward to July 1 and the 2020-2021 school year we will require visitor forms the will screen for COVID-19, we will be updating toilets and faucets to touchless, and prepare for what instruction may look like for the beginning for the 2020-2021 school year. We are working hard as a team to plan for three scenarios. 1: face to face learning 2: Blended Learning 3: Off Campus Learning. We want to make sure we meet the needs of our families and students. We are currently researching Learning Management Systems that

for fleeing, reckless driving, OWI (1st) and open intoxicants. Christopher James Collins, 37, Willmar, MN, was arrested May 31 for domestic disorderly conduct. Eric N. Larson, 32, Granton, was arrested May 31 for possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver, felon in possession of a firearm, possession of drug paraphernalia and a felony probation warrant. Kathleen Kay Huntington, 57, Luck, was arrested May 31 for felony bail jumping. Anthony Joseph Tourville, 34, Neillsville, was arrested May 31 for intoxicated use of vehicle causing great bodily harm, possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver, felon in possession of firearm, hit and run involving great bodily harm, possession of drug paraphernalia, WI Department of Corrections felony warrant and going armed while impaired (meth). Steven Roy Koehnen, 63, South St. Paul, MN, was arrested May 26 for OWI (4th). Tamara Mae Wyman, 42, Dresser, was arrested May 27 for OWI (1st).

can be used in conjunction with our current G-Suite software. Some vendors we are working with are Schoology, Canvas, D2L/Brightspace, Seesaw and Edgenuity. July Summer School Consideration: An interest survey was sent out to families and based on results we will not be offering a July Summer School. However we will be looking at August and if there is a need to add more dates to the start of our school year. This is all in discussion and will be brought to the School Board for planning and discussion. Financing Plan Update - $10 Million Facility Needs presented by Lynette Edwards and Lisa Voisin from Baird reviewed hypothetical comparison of examples of Fund 39 Financing Plan. Official action will be taken at the June 3 School Board Meeting. A Kysa Marten/Brian Meyer motion was made to approve Heartland Businesses Solutions (Axis option) as the Security Camera Contractor. Motion Carried. A Pete Kammerud/Brian Meyer motion was made to approve NEO as the School LED Lighting Contractor for OHS, OMS and OIS. Estimated rebate savings will be around $80,000. Motion Carried. A Lanette Johnson/Kysa Marten motion was made to approve NEI as the Auditorium Lighting Contractor. Motion Carried. A Pete Kammerud/Brian Meyer motion was made to approve Building Restoration Corp as the Tuck Pointing Contractor. Motion Carried. A Kysa Marten/Lanette Johnson motion was made to approve Concrete Art as the Polish Concrete Contractor. Motion Carried. Building and Grounds Director, Bob Schmidt, also updated the Board on the following upgrades that will be taking place. Fire alarm panel replacement, student locker replacement 1983 lockers, replacement clocks, and replacement PA system. 2020-2021 4K Planning was presented by Elementary Principal Lindsay Thomas. We will be offering 5 sections of All-Day 4K starting the 2020-2021 school year. Families still have the option to do half day or full day. We were able to keep all our current support staff and teachers but will be hiring one more full time teacher. We are very excited about the schedule we are able to offer our 4K students. Curriculum on the schedule includes Handwriting without Tears, Social Skills,, Play Based Learning, Large Group Literacy, Quiet Rest Time, Literacy Center, Play Based Learning Science Class, Math and two recesses. St. Anne’s Private School 2019-2020 located in Somerset, WI. We had 14 students who attended there that live in the Osceola School District. Instead of providing the required transportation we pay transportation costs to families. The next scheduled Committee Meeting is Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. in the Boardroom. This meeting will be offered remotely. Please visit our website for updates on how to listen. The next regular Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. in the Boardroom. This meeting will be offered remotely. Please visit our website for updates on how to listen. A Brian Meyer/Lanette Johnson motion was made to adjourn. Motion Carried. Pete Kammerud, Clerk WNAXLP

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BENNETT: Another search for the perfect boat FROM PAGE 8

enough.’” The Covid outbreak forced Ben to stop guiding and his County Parks job got a lot busier as he was in more demand on the front lines of the pandemic, working longer hours. “I enjoyed the break from guiding. I was too busy to fish. But my mind got me thinking about Lake Superior and Michigan, kind of like I dreamed about Mille Lacs

as a kid. I told Kim I was going to out to buy a new fish finder. What I failed to tell her was it was attached to a 22 foot Starcraft covered boat with 3.0 inline Mercury engine, already rigged with downriggers and outriggers for Great Lakes fishing. Kim kind of shook her head.” She had seen Ben succeed as a walleye guide. “It was another good deal. Just like all my other boats, this one also needs a little loving to get it up and

running. ”I got a text the other night from Ben about the Starcraft with some pictures of the big boat with the floor ripped out and the covered cabin in pieces on the ground and the message, “I got it to turn over!” Jim Bennett is an outdoorsman who lives and worked in the St. Croix River Valley and can be reached at jamesbennett24@gmail. com

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MEDITATION: Do justice, love mercy, walk humbly not only justifies us on the cross, he begins the act of renewal in us that works to draw us to him and make us more like him. This God invites us, every one of us, to be part of the mission to redeem and reconcile the world. And God has given us the power to do it. There’s no promise that it’ll be easy. In fact Jesus warns us that in this world we will have trouble. When we are dealing with racism and injustice, some of that

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to us, when the injustice hasn’t touched us personally? God never lets something go to waste – even a tragedy. Maybe especially a tragedy. I don’t know how God can do it now as anger, hurt, and distrust surround us. But our God is the one who took a cross and through his own death on it, made it a beacon of hope for the world. Jesus

trouble is going to be in our own hearts. But don’t be daunted. Right after that warning Jesus says “I have overcome the world”. Abuse of Power, Violence, Hatred and Brutality cannot ultimately win. Let’s take more notice in how we might be aware of those who are hurting because of our world’s injustice. How might we show them mercy, fight for justice for all people and do it all with humble hearts drawing close to God?

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OSCEOLA MEDICAL CENTER Osceola, Wisconsin June 2, 2020: A girl, Ella May Mulroy, weighing 7 pounds 5.8 ounces, to Miranda McCoy and Dakota Mulroy, Siren. June 4, 2020: A boy, Eddy Dean Bruss, weighing 8 pounds .4 ounces, to Kennedy Anderson and Austin Bruss, Osceola. June 6, 2020: A boy, Waylon Vernon French, weighing 7 pounds .2 ounces, to Tianna and Casey French, Amery.

Sterling Charles Bargfrede and Brittany Lyn Bloom of Hutchinson will be married June 13, 2020. John Michael Nuzum of Alma and Ann Marie Behnke of Amery are to be married June 13, 2020.

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Peony Garden open house Kevin Schumann is opening his gardens for public viewing on June 13 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The Schumann home gardens, located at 691 West Street (across from the elementary school) in Taylors Falls, Minn., feature an extensive peony collection with over 200 varieties of Herbaceous, Intersectional (Itoh), and Tree peonies. There are also many one of a kind peony seedlings, some blooming for the first time this year. The yard is large and there are many planting areas to easily accommodate social distancing. Please be mindful of others as you enjoy the gardens. Peonies are interspersed throughout the yard along with a large variety

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Together with Friends Together with Friends Summer Day Camp is set to begin its 24th annual fun for kids program. This year Together with Friends will take on a whole new look as there will be no in person programming but we will be posting day camp sessions virtually. This year’s theme, “Hooked on Jesus” will be presented this summer in six virtual Bible Camp days available on the Together with Friends Facebook page (Together With Friends Day Camp) and on our You Tube channel (Together With Friends Bible Day Camp). This year’s shortened day camp will be posted on Tuesday and Thursday mornings July 7 through

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stated the Town of Osceola supported a non-motorized Stower Trail, supervisor Whittaker responded. “Things change – opinions change,” he said. “We want everyone to have a chance to use it and that’s what I think people at the end of the annual meeting would like us to do. I don’t see it being an issue for us to send this letter to the county and let them know that we would now like to see the trail be open for everyone instead of separating our community.” Other Business: A motion carried to place a permanent Class B weight restriction on

Oak Drive Road from Waste HWY MM to the transfer station. This would limit the amount of thru-traffic from business trucks that have caused some concern among residents who say that the degradation of the road is a result of daily truck traffic. A motion carried to secure bonding for clerk and treasurer positions for $100,000 each in the event of signing a check that is erroneous and could result in leaving the check signer responsible. Supervisor Whittaker brought up an incident where an absentee-ballot was submitted to the town election staff that had a “substance” contained in the enve-

lope. The staff contacted Polk County Sheriff who inspected the envelope and determined that the substance was likely sand and was disposed of. Supervisor Whittaker contacted the USPS federal investigators who found that the return address on the envelope did not match the individual who allegedly sent it, but they were unable to conduct any research because the evidence was disposed of. Supervisor Whittaker asked that if any other instance similar to this occurred, to contact the USPS Federal Investigators for a full investigation. It was determined that there was no threat at this incident.

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prior to entering the building. They’re also continuing to offer multiple types of virtual visits via phone and video, and will continue screening patients via phone 24 hours prior to scheduled appointments for symptoms or exposure. Non-COVID-19 patients, as well as those receiving outpatient care or patients with scheduled procedures, will be treated in separate areas and will be assigned caregivers who are not treating suspected COVID-19 patients. All patients will be tested for

COVID-19 prior to any surgery and universal masking will be required throughout our facilities. “We have been thoughtful and deliberate in preparing for the re-opening of many postponed services,” Forge said. “Osceola Medical Center has maintained strict standards for infectious diseases while following updated guidance from local, state and federal agencies to ensure the safety of all. We continue to monitor the numbers closely in our area to ensure our protocols follow the data and can quickly respond to any surge.”

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