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Krueger prepares to hire expert for defense Accused of attempted homicide BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

Facing charges of attempted homicide and a trio of less serious crimes after a brawl in Osceola last February, Paul Krueger is preparing to hire an expert to aid in his defense. Krueger had asked the court to dismiss the attempted homicide charge last April, saying it was based on inaccurate information. Namely, a wadded paper towel first reported as dislodged from the victim’s airway was later identified as having been found inside the cheek. Polk County Judge Jeffrey Anderson denied the re-

quest, saying the evidence would be examined during the trial. And Krueger appears to be preparing for that trial. Last week, he requested a reduction in his bond — from $25,000 to $20,000 — to hire a specialist for the case. Appearing for the prosecution, Assistant District Attorney Kenneth Sortedahl questioned whether Krueger needed to use bond money to hire a specialist. “Normally I would not oppose that type of request because he has a right to do that,” said Sortedahl. “But I haven’t seen any showing that he can’t afford to hire the expert.” Krueger’s attorney, Kate Murtaugh, argued that the defendant was still regaining financial stability after

losing his job in the wake of the February incident. “Mr. Krueger was employed for quite some time prior to being taken into custody in connection with this matter,” she said. “As a result he was terminated from that employment, was in jail for awhile, and has now gained employment. He has posted $25,000 in cash (bail), he has hired an attorney, but he’s still unable to … retain an expert for that amount of money. “It’s maybe not that he has zero money,” she continued, “but the issue is coming up with that amount of money in the timeframe necessary to prepare for trial, which is scheduled for January.” Polk County Judge Jeffrey Anderson said the re-

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Short-term crushing approved at Osceola gravel pit BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

Haas Sons, Inc. plans to crush reclaimed asphalt and concrete at its Town of Osceola site for six to eight days, likely next year. The town board approved a permit for the project last week, saying it was part of restoration at the pit before it closes. “We wouldn’t be crushing any virgin material or opening the pit up any more than it is,” explained Jason Haas at the town board’s Sept. 6 meeting. “We’d be crushing it so that instead of burying it we can recycle the material and sell it for roads.” The asphalt and concrete came from a road project in St. Croix Falls and is already at the site. Crushing and hauling it away will allow more options for the SEE GRAVEL, PAGE 2

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Drive Your Tractor to School Day Osceola High School students celebrated Future Farmers of America Week by driving tractors to school last Friday, Sept. 9.

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property’s future use. If the company does not crush the reclaimed materials, they will have to haul the blacktop out and bury the concrete, limiting options for future building on the site. “This pit has been in existence since the early ‘70s,” commented board supervisor Dan Burch. “It’s not a new operation. It’s in the best interest of the reclaiming to use the product rather than waste it. I think they’ve done good due diligence as far as trying to start the reclamation process.” The permit allows crushing from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. for a maximum of eight working days. “Reducing those hours would result in more days of crushing, drawing the process out,” noted board supervisor Mike Wallis. Dust and noise regulations for crushing asphalt are the same as for crushing hard rock, though Haas said crushing the asphalt should be quieter. The company will wet the material as it is being crushed to minimize dust. Other business • The board discussed

instituting fines for animal control violations, but tabled the issue to do further research.

‘It’s in the best interest of the reclaiming to use the product rather than waste it.’ Dan Burch Town of Osceola Supervisor • Supervisor Dan Burch reported that the Dresser Osceola Garfield (DOG) Fire Association has approved the purchase of a used 2005 Spartan pumper truck from the Northfield Fire Department for $172,500. • The Town of Osceola and Village of Dresser are working to coordinate a joint meeting in October to discuss the existing draft of the Cooperative Boundary Agreement. • District Attorney candidate Jeff Kemp and County Clerk candidate Mary Jo Hacker introduced themselves to the board and meeting attendees. • Lot divisions were approved on the Rudek and Luebker properties.

Health officials: Mental health, substance abuse, and access to care among Polk County’s top health concerns BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Polk County Public Health officials, in partnership with Polk County’s three major medical providers, have released the results of their most recent Community Health Needs Assessment this week, with a slight shift in focus — but few surprises. The new 2016 assessment pinpoints mental health as the continued top issue facing Polk County residents in 2016. While obesity remains a top priority, it has slipped from number two to number four since 2013. Substance abuse now captures the number two spot, combining the problems of unhealthy alcohol, prescription drug, and illegal substance abuse. Meanwhile, access to care has also come into focus, claiming the number three need in Polk County’s

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As shown in this graph, Polk County has a higher than average number of students who report consuming their ﬁrst alcoholic beverage before age 13, as compared to the state average.

health needs assessment. The assessment is done every three years, as a partnership between Public Health and local hospitals, which are each required to complete Community Health Needs assessments at regular intervals. Data was gathered through community surveys, forums, and meeting with professionals in the community. “To us and our hospital partners, identifying these problems is really the easy part,” says Community Services Director, Gretchen Sampson. “It’s very simple to look

at this data and to talk to people and look at a survey result, and say here are the problems. But what as a community are we going to do about these problems? These are hard problems, and they’ve been around a long time. And there’s no one easy solution to make things better.” Statistics specific to Polk County include: Mental Health Self-harm is the second leading cause of hospitalization in Polk County. The suicide rate in Polk County is nearly double than that of the state (23 vs. 13 per 100,000).

15 percent of Polk County youth report that they have seriously considered suicide in the past year. The statewide statistic is 13 percent. Of respondents surveyed, 23 percent reported being told they have depression or a mental health disorder. Substance Abuse Approximately 20 percent of boys and 15 percent of girls in Polk County report having their first full drink of alcohol before age 13. Drug-related arrests throughout Polk County SEE HEALTH, PAGE 6

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RiverBucks program Osceola Fellowship of Christian Athletes has been chosen as the September recipient of the RiverBucks program at MidwestOne Bank. All donations for RiverBucks fare support a different Osceola youth organization each month.

The Osceola Medical Center Golf Benefit will be at Krooked Kreek Golf Course. Detailed information can be found at MidWestOne.com/OMCgolf.

FRIDAYS

SEPTEMBER 16-17

Osceola Farmers Market

Taffeta Memories at ArtBarn

The Osceola Farmers Market runs every Friday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Mill Pond Park.

SEPTEMBER 14 Square dance lessons

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SEPTEMBER 22

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Taffeta Memories, a musical journey through the fabulous fifties, will be presented at the St. Croix ArtBarn in Osceola at 7:30 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 17

A night to support women candidates Mary Hoeft is running for the 7th Congressional District seat and Diane Odeen is running for the 10th Senate District seat. The public is invited to meet them from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Lamar Community Center, 1488 200th Street, St. Croix Falls. Admission is free.

SEPTEMBER 22-24 Taffeta Memories at ArtBarn

Free square dance lessons will be offered Wednesdays at Luck High School from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Lessons go through January. FFI: Jim or Denise Heinz: (612) 644-5757 or (612) 298-6284.

The next Doc Walk will be at Englewood Trail with Nicole Anderson, PA-C, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Get Lit!

Living Proof simulcast

SEPTEMBER 24

Get Lit! Osceola’s pub based book club will meet at PY’s in Osceola at 6 p.m. and will discuss Old Mans War by John Scalzi.

Living Proof simulcast with Beth Moore, Bible teacher and best-selling author, will be at the Alliance Church of the Valley in St. Croix Falls from 8:30 a.m to 4:15 p.m. It is free and lunch will be provided.

A Valley Brew Fest is planned at Tippy Canoes in Osceola from 2 p.m. to close. Home brewing demonstrations from 2-6 p.m., craft beer tasting from 4-7 p.m., free corn, live music and more.

Friends of the Library meeting The Osceola Friends of the Library will meet at 5:30 p.m. at the Osceola Public Library.

SEPTEMBER 15 Tot-Time at Peace Lutheran Tot-Time at Peace Lutheran Church, Dresser (beginning Sept. 15), 1st & 3rd Thursdays at 10 am. For infants & preschool children and their parents/ grandparents. An hour filled with craft, Bible story, snack and play time. Call (715) 7552515 to register.

Preparing your lawn/garden for winter

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Gain a Healthy Relationship with Your Food Dietician Chelsea O’Brien conveys how to eat mindfully and form a healthy bond with food.

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Police Appreciation Picnic

Croixland Leather anniversary

A police appreciation picnic for all local law enforcement countywide is planned from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Pine Park in Balsam Lake. Everyone welcome. FFI: (715) 220-5579.

Croixland Leather will be celebrating 20 years from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Osceola.

Art & Artists Celebration

The next Big Fun Playdate will be at 10:30 a.m. at the Osceola Public Library. Includes sensory playtime and the Imagination Playground.

The 20th annual Art & Artists Celebration will be held at Franconia Sculpture Park from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Free event. Music, theatre, family art-making, tours and more.

SEPTEMBER 17-18

The St. Croix County University of Wisconsin-Extension office will be hosting a workshop on winterizing lawns and gardens from 6 - 7:30 p.m. The workshop will be held at the St. Croix County UW-Extension office located at 1960 8th Ave, Baldwin. The class is free, however pre-registration is requested. Please register by Sept. 13 as classroom space is limited. For more information go to website http://stcroix.uwex.edu/ or call our office at (715) 531-1947. Email: Andrew.rondeau@co. saint-croix.wi.us.

Taffeta Memories, a musical journey through the fabulous fifties, will be presented at the St. Croix ArtBarn in Osceola at 7:30 p.m.

Quilt Show The Apple River Quilt Guild will be having their annual Fall Festival Quilt Show at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery. Sept. 17 hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sept. 18 hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Small admission fee.

SEPTEMBER 18 Taffeta Memories at ArtBarn Taffeta Memories, a musical journey through the fabulous fifties, will be presented at the St. Croix ArtBarn in Osceola at 2:30 p.m.

Piano/Organ concert A piano/organ concert and hymn sing presented by Norman Kretzschmar will be at the Osceola United Methodist Church at 3 p.m. The concert will be followed by an 80th birth-

SEPTEMBER 26 Big Fun Playdate

SEPTEMBER 28 Book Club The Osceola Public Library’s book club will meet at 6 p.m. at the library and will discuss Code Name Verity by Elizabeth Wein.

Last Wednesday Meal The Last Wednesday Meal for September will be prepared and served by the St Joseph Catholic Church. The meal will be served from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Osceola United Methodist Church. It is a free meal that is open to everyone in the community.

ONGOING Monday • The Valley Chess Masters Club meets on the second and fourth Monday, 4:30 to 6 p.m., St. Croix Falls Public Library. FFI: scflibrary@stcroixfallslibrary. org.

• The Dresser and St. Croix Falls Area VFW and Auxiliary meets every third Monday at 2 p.m. at the Dresser VFW Hall. • Second and fourth Monday, Big Fun Playdates with the Imagination Playground, 10:30 a.m. to noon. • Every third Monday, Adult’s Coloring Group, 6 p.m., Dresser Village Library. FFI: (715) 7552944.

Tuesday • St. Croix Valley MOPS - Moms group meets the third Tuesday, St. Croix Falls High School. Optional free meal, 5:30 p.m., meeting at 6:15 p.m. Free childcare. FFI: mopsscv@hotmail.com. • The Voices of the Valley meets every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the St. Croix ArtBarn in Osceola. This group is for adults with special needs who enjoy singing. FFI: (715) 494-0385.

Wednesday • Friends of Osceola Library meets the second Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. at the library. FFI: 715294-2657. • A caregiver/family support group meets the third Wednesday, 2 to 3 p.m. at the Christian Community Home of Osceola chapel. FFI: Kim Bauer, 715-2941103. • Adult basic education classes. Brush up on basic skills or prepare for the GED/HSED exams through basic education classes at Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College (WITC). Enroll any time. FFI: Call 800-243-9482 ext. 4257 or visit witc.edu/adult/ basicedprogram.htm.

Thursday • Tot-Time at Peace Lutheran Church, Dresser (beginning Sept. 15), first and third Thursdays at 10 a.m. For infants and preschool children and their parents/grandparents. An hour filled with craft, Bible story, snack and play time. Call (715) 755-2515 to register.

Sunday • Times in Which We Live meets the first and third Sunday of each month at the Dresser Library at 6:30 p.m. DVDs are shown about current events. FFI: 715-755-3473. or email Steve at: cen53926@centurytel.net. • An open song circle meets at the St. Croix Falls Public Library from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., the second Sunday of the month. Everyone welcome to join and sing. FFI: 715-501-4487 or liabeing@gmail.com.

MEETINGS THIS WEEK

WEDNESDAY • Preschool storytime, St. Croix Falls Public Library, 10:30 a.m. • The Osceola Chapter of TOPS meets at Trinity Lutheran Church. Weighin, 7-8:20 a.m., meeting, 8:30-9:30. FFI: 715-7553123.

THURSDAY

• Free Baby & Me classes from 5 to 6 p.m. at Osceola Medical Center’s Cascade Room. To register, 715684-4440. • GriefShare, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the New Life Christian Community, Dresser. FFI: 715-557-1431. • Dual Recovery Anonymous, 7:15 p.m. at the St. Croix Falls Alano. For those who experience alcoholism, chemical dependency and emotional or psychiatric illness. FFI: (715) 755-3639.

SATURDAY • Weight Watchers meets at Hope E. Free Church, Osceola, lower level, north entrance. Weigh-in, 7:30 a.m. Meeting, 8:15 a.m. FFI: Kim, 715-417-0683.

MONDAY • The Indianhead Barbershop Chorus meets at 7:30 p.m. in the government building in Balsam Lake. FFI: 715-483-9202. • Overeaters Anonymous Group meets at St. Croix Falls Alano Club at 5:30 p.m. FFI: (715) 8253416. • Divorce Care Support Group, Grace Church of Osceola, 6:30 p.m. • AA meets at Trinity Lutheran Church in Osceola at 8 p.m. and Osceola United Methodist Church at 7 p.m. • Little’s Story Time, 10 a.m. at the Dresser Village Library.

TUESDAY • Seniors on the Go meets from 12:30-4 p.m. at the Osceola United Methodist Church. • Storytime, Osceola Public Library, 10:30 a.m. FFI: 715-294-2310.

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are always connected to the replacements for the missing teeth. Since they are one continuous unit, the aim is to make each tooth look individual. In most cases, a bridge is supported by a crowned tooth on each side of the empty space. However, if there are several missing teeth or the supporting teeth are loose and not strong enough to maintain the bridge, more teeth are incorporated.

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Kelsie is a 6 year old Black and White, spayed female. She is the classic household cat and couch potato. Kelsie is a gentle, mellow gal. Kelsie is okay with other cats. She is a good listener and would be an excellent choice for a senior citizen in need of a live in friend. Kelsie has been waiting since early July. It was a busy week for adoptions and one transfer. Unflappable Tess and Shy Saffron went home together, each with a youngster of their own. Tess had been surrendered to our shelter with three kittens and Saffron delivered three kittens shortly after arriving. Together they will be most welcomed new housemates with a family in love with cats. Black kitten siblings, Shep and Ebony also went home together. Mitted Buff Tabby Roger acquired his own boy and Alice was scooped up by a young family looking for their first pet in their new home. Brown Tabby gal Charlotte was the choice of a gentleman who has been looking for that special cat. He has been watching the website and visiting our adoptable cat room for two months. Dogs Cricket, brindle Pit Bull Terrier Mix and Zeba, a six year old German Shepherd, won the hearts of their adopters in record time. Cricket will be playing full throttle with a rescued Yellow Lab. Zeba will be appreciated by her new lady who has a history with German Shepherds and has done search and rescue training in the area. An elderly Golden Retriever named Willie was transferred to Golden Retriever Rescue of Wisconsin - GRRoW. Willie was a 10 years plus gent with a red gold coat, graying face and chronic ear infection that had spread to his skin. His ears and skin were treated at the Arnell shelter with great improvement but it was obvious that his complete recovery would take a month or more. The folks at GRRoW have a wonderful network for saving Golden Retrievers in need. We knew we were transferring him to good hands where his treatment will continue and he will find the special home he deserves. Our annual raffle fundraiser is underway. This year the winner will have a choice of a Lambeau Field Packer game in December, a king size Log Cabin quilt and cash prizes of $500, $400 and $300. All raffle prizes have been donated so all of the funds raised help the animals at Arnell. Tickets will be available at our booth at the Amery Fall Festival craft fair. Stop by to buy your ticket and learn more about our shelter. The Fall Festival craft fair is Saturday, Sept. 17, one block east of Main Street, behind the Fire Station. Tickets will also be available along the parade route. Watch for our new float and volunteers with tickets. We look forward to seeing you there.

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Remembering the Eleventh

unday was the 15th anniversary of the terror attacks on New York City and Washington, D.C. As I write these words, I am drawn back in time to where I was when I heard the first confusing news accounts of a plane that had struck one of the towers at the World Trade Center. I imagine you are doing the same. The terror attacks of Sept. 11 are etched into our collective subconscious at a level reserved for a select few moments in time. In my opinion, the assassination of PresPublisher ident John Kennedy and the attack on Pearl Harbor by the Japanese Tom Stangl are among the other events that reside in that level of community memory. For me, I woke up that day and prepared to attend my father’s funeral. The Chief had died on Sept. 8 and his funeral was scheduled for 10:30 on Sept. 11. We stayed at a hotel and took the family to McDonald’s for breakfast, where I saw live coverage of the burning tower. No one really knew what was going on, but the feelings of fear and tension were tangible. As we made the half hour drive to the church, radio reports told us about the second plane striking the other tower. The priest who officiated at my father’s funeral did a good job with the service, adding the events of the day to the prayers we offered for the Chief’s soul. The military services at the grave site and the three volley salute took on a different feeling for me. After the luncheon, I spent some time with relatives before saying goodbye to my siblings and heading home. As I made the 90-minute drive home, I recall seeing lines at gas stations in every community. When I stopped at a station, I saw a person filling up a 55-gallon drum with gasoline. The anxiety and tension were palpable in the station. In the decade and a half since that beautiful sunny September day, our lives have changed in numerous ways. We fought two wars, and continue to fight in Afghanistan. Personal liberties have been curtailed and taking a commercial airline flight is forever changed. It is important that we remember the eleventh of September, as well as the sacrifices so many have made in the last 15 years. Understanding and dealing with the root cause of the attack have proven to be more elusive, but we must continue to work to resolve our differences. Peacefully if possible, but with force if necessary. The war that began on Sept. 11, 2001, has been unlike any other war we have waged in our history. Our nation’s need for quick resolution and destruction of an identifiable enemy has not been satisfied in this conflict. We cannot and must not be forced to live in constant fear, something we have been doing for far too many years already. We need to make our elected officials justify why they need to monitor our conversations and communications. If we slide into tyranny disguised as protection, we have become our enemy’s equal. Not something we should aspire to or accept. 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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ov. Scott Walker is thinking about his future. He told the Sheboygan Press he’ll announce in February whether he will seek re-election in 2018. By then Walker will know whether Donald Trump is living in the White House. That would impact any future plans Walker might have about seekMatt Pommer ing a future GOP presidential nomination. Walker has said he wouldn’t run for president while being governor. Gerrymandering guarantees a Republican-controlled Legislature next year. If Walker seeks re-election, GOP legislators will be more willing to follow his ideas then Democrats. If he decides not to seek re-election, there will be a scramble for the GOP gubernatorial nomination. A February announcement will impact Republican ideas about selecting a candidate to oppose Democrat U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin in 2018. Actions earlier this year would suggest Walker will seek anoth-

er term. He has conducted closed door meetings to talk to citizens, largely his backers, to talk about the future of the state. The press hasn’t been allowed to attend. He has focused significant attention on western and northern Wisconsin where his popularity had sagged since the last gubernatorial election. Rural residents have been displeased with how state school aid has impacted the ability of their districts to compete with larger districts for teachers. Some larger districts – as well as some in Minnesota – have offered higher pay or bonuses to raid the smaller districts. Walker suggested it is like professional football teams and free agency. The statement annoyed school officials in smaller enrollment districts. The number of young people seeking to become teachers also has declined since the 2011 law which gutted collective bargaining for most public employees in Wisconsin. Financing of high education also will be a key topic in next year’s state budget deliberations. The governor has talked about linking appropriations for the University of Wisconsin System to a perfor-

mance standard. No details have been spelled out. But that sort of talk may concern campuses away from Madison. There are dramatic differences among graduation rates on the four-year campuses in the system. System Administration numbers show that 56.4 percent of UW-Madison students get a degree in four years. That’s almost twice as high as the system average. Multiple factors are involved in graduation timing. Some students take light loads or take a year off so they can work to help pay the tuition bills. Some shift their education goals, requiring taking additional classes in different subjects. Walker suggests that young people might want to at least consider vocations other than those which require getting a four-year college degree. Costs in the vocational school system are less than those at UW System campuses, he notes “In fact, most of our job shortages require more than high school but less than a four-year degree,” Walker told the Sheboygan Press. Degrees and diplomas are everything in getting good jobs. Ambition is always important. Consider Walker’s case. He left Marquette University without a degree.

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ifteen years have passed since that horrific day, September 11, 2001, when terrorists attacked the Unites States by crashing two airliners into the World Trade Center and one into the Pentagon. A fourth plane was headed to the White House or the Capitol when courageous passengers foiled the attack, but still crashed in southern Pennsylvania. The attacks killed nearly 3,000 men, women and children. According to Madison Fire Department Chief Steven Davis, “The tragic events of 9/11 changed the fire service forever. In many ways it changed for the good. The Madison Guest Fire Department is better prepared Columnist to handle a wider range of tragedy and turmoil because of that unfortuJohn A. Scocos nate day. We thank those firefighters WDVA Secretary that sacrificed their lives so thousands could live on that day. We have all learned to be better prepared for the threats that face our community. The Madison Fire Department will NEVER FORGET!” The attacks were the work of Osama bin Laden and his al Qaeda terrorist organization. America responded by taking the battle directly to the terrorists in Afghanistan. Within months coalition forces ousted the Taliban, who had been sheltering bin Laden,

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from power and the long road to security and stability for Afghanistan began. This is a military effort that continues to this day, 15 years later. Since September 11, 2001, more than 32,000 Wisconsin soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsman have served the Global War on Terror in combat, security, support, and logistical roles. Many of our friends, family and neighbors joined the military because of 9/11. Whether active duty, guard or reserve, many have been called up to serve and did so with great courage. These anniversaries of major military events serve to remind us of the constant challenges facing our veterans. The rise in post-traumatic stress disorder diagnoses, military suicides, veteran unemployment and veteran homelessness among our former service members is both recognized and extremely troubling. The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) will continue to adapt to meet their needs and continue to work together with the government, the veterans community, and the public to tackle these problems head on and identify solutions to ensure that all Wisconsin veterans are healthy, employed, and treated with the respect they deserve. As we remember the horror of that day, we should remember those who stood afterward in support of their country, whether it was at home or abroad – in uniform or not – providing essential support to see America through a dark time.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Solar could be solid investment I was encouraged and interested in the press release from the Northwest Wisconsin Renewable Energy Learning Center included in the August 18 edition of the Sun. Rural communities could substantially benefit from pursuing and advancing the idea of production of renewable energy sources like wind and solar. I think it important to consider that energy is a commodity and, as such, if an acre of agricultural, commercial or even residential property dedicated to a solar array can create an ongoing, renewable revenue stream of approximately $38,000 per year, it seems it would make it a viable option for individuals, farmers, business, and public and private institutions to seriously consider. I also think local and regional lending and financial institutions could evaluate such projects as they would more traditional agricultural commodities and their production per acre, and offer and provide lending mechanisms for these type of projects. The payoff for an initial investment could be amortized over time, and once costs were recovered, the excess would seemingly be almost pure profit. I applaud the efforts the NWRELC are making to educate the public as to this issue, and would like to read more about

their efforts. Perhaps your publication could engage in additional interviews with local business and or farms that have already begun implementing and integrating solar and wind energy production into their operations. More regarding this subject would be welcome. Mark R. Federation Osceola

Gray wolves, transgender bathrooms and Adam Jarchow Upon reading the Osceola Sun’s (Aug. 31) front page article on a roundtable discussion confronting Polk County’s increase in methamphetamine use, crime, mental health concerns, joblessness, child protection, domestic abuse, lack of health care and homelessness, I was struck by the photo of our district’s legislators. Adam Jarchow’s body language betrayed an utter lack of interest in the discussion. This contrasts with his smiling photos on his email newsletters over the last 1½ years visiting and posing with constituents across the district. At the same time Jarchow is out in the community shaking hands and posing for pictures, 12 percent of Polk County’s Unity High School students (115) have no permanent

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home of their own; it’s the highest percentage of homelessness in the state of Wisconsin (WI Dept. of Public Instruction). Adam Jarchow’s latest vote-getting endeavor is the promotion and production of a “Great Lakes Wolf Summit.” This white-robed, pointy-hooded rally will most likely harken back to similar meetings taking place 100 years ago only this will be the promotion of false propaganda and fear-mongering of the gray wolf in Wisconsin. The status of the gray wolf’s protection will be determined in the current appeal process at the federal level, not by Adam Jarchow and Tom Tiffany. Furthermore, the subtle and not-so-subtle signals sent throughout the rally by presenters will only serve to promote the poaching of wolves in Wisconsin as suggested in recent May 2016 research, “Blood does not buy goodwill: allowing culling increases poaching of a large carnivore.” Whether it be wolves or transgender bathrooms, apparently fear-mongering is easier than tackling the heavy lifting it takes to bring communities, public officials and legislators together to solve the issues that negatively impact our district and all of our lives each day. Melanie Weberg Osceola

10 years ago Sept. 13, 2006 • Stephanie Felling was crowned Miss Osceola. Jaclyn Houston was named first princess, Emily Lowney was second princess and Miss Congeniality was Erica Neumann. • Kevin Rogers ran the Pike’s Peak marathon in Colorado Springs, Colo., in August. He finished 37th out of more than 500 runners. • New teachers in the Osceola School District included Kristen Kraft, Stacy Baier, Colleen Piggott, Joe Konop, Mary Benning, Michon Miller, Brandon Berrey, Amy Kraemer, Amelia Donart, Joe Early, Niki Malinoski and Tyson Korb. • St. Croix Falls students, faculty and parents cheered at the elementary school groundbreaking last week. The renovation and expansion was four hears in the making. • The Hillskotter family of East Farmington was honored during the Wisconsin State Fair for having a 150 year old farm. • The St. Croix Falls girls golf team of Marissa Campeau, Jennifer Benoy, Brenna Martens, Erin McCormack and Alyson Sullivan shot a team total of 165, the lowest score ever at a conference meet. 20 years ago Sept. 11, 1996 • Maria Fehlen was crowned the new Miss Osceola on Sunday. Crystal Neumann was crowned first princess, Jessica Paulson was crowned second princess and Miss Congeniality was Sallyann Rossi. Little Miss royalty were Little Miss Allison McIntyre, first princess Chelsea Benitz and second princess Amy Koeller. • Swimmers were in high heaven last week with the opening of the Osceola Community Pool. • Ashley Johnson was named Osceola Public Library Reader of the Month. • Osceola painter Mary Pettis will present a framed print of

her work, “Currents of Change,” to King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden on Friday. • Osceola rebounded from last week’s season opening loss and beat a bigger St. Croix Central football team, 12-7. • The First Presbyterian Church of St. Croix Falls conducted a dedication service on Sunday. The church suffered a ﬁre in 1994 and rebuilt at a new location. • The Osceola volleyball team beat Clear Lake in a ﬁvegame slugfest that lasted two and a half hours.

30 years ago Sept. 16, 1986 • The transfer of the cable TV franchise from NorCom Video to Cablevision was approved by the Osceola Village Board. • River Valley Farms, Inc., broke ground at the Osceola Industrial Park on Sept. 9. • Julie Nicklas was selected as Branch Office Employee for the Month of September at Barron County Federal Savings and Loan in Osceola. • Brian Hayman of Osceola has been promoted in the U.S. Air Force to the rank of senior airman. • Osceola High School Class of 1941 held their 45th class reunion Sept. 6. Students attending were Don Beyl, Phyllis Schmidt, John Bochman, Marion Fortney, Henry Ogden, Alfred Heichel, Riley McKinney, Kay Wyler, Ormond Johnson, Dorothy Larson, Jean Buythaert, John Taylor, Rose Schwan, Kenneth Benson, Eleanore Nelson, Clarence Sicard, Velma Lynch, Marion Measner, John Schillberg, Lorraine Keller, Florence Gabrielson, Ethel May Jensen, Floyd Rasmussen, Inez Johnson, Lawrence Cook, Phyllis Zimmerman, Lemoyne Olson, Marie McCall, Marvin Johnson, Don Hanson, Alberta Griesman, Beatrice Hinz, Jerry Pat Young, Katherine Holt, Dorothy Jensen and Fern Blodgett.

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Congressman Sean Duffy 7th Congressional District 1208 Longworth HOB, Washington, DC 20515 • (202) 225-3365 or 502 2nd St., Suite 202, Hudson, WI 54016 • (715) 808-8160 duffy.house.gov/

U.S. Senator Ronald H. Johnson 328 Hart Senate Office Building • Washington, DC 20515 • (202) 224-5323 www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/contact

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin 717 Hart Senate Office Biulding • Washington, D.C. 20510 • (202) 224-5653 www.baldwin.senate.gov/contact

Governor Scott Walker 115 East, State Capitol Bldg. Mailing address: P.O. Box 7863, Madison, WI 53707 • (608) 266-1212 • (608) 267-6790 (TTY) govgeneral@wisconsin.gov • www.wisgov.state.wi.us/

Rep. Adam Jarchow 28th Assembly District Room 19 North, State Capitol, P.O. Box 8952 • Madison, WI 53708 (608) 267-2365 or 1-888-529-0028 • Fax (608) 282-3628 Rep.Jarchow@legis.wisconsin.gov

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remain high, but static. 370 arrests were made in 2014, and 364 in 2015. 18.5 percent of Polk County women report smoking during pregnancy, above the state average of 14 percent. Access to Care Approximately 11 percent of Polk County residents under age 65 are not covered by health insurance. Nearly 15 percent of those surveyed reported that cost prevented them from taking prescribed medication in the last 12 months. ‘My deductible is too high’ was the dominant reason respondents gave for not seeking care. 20 percent of those polled reported not having been to a dentist in the past year, more than half of which noting cost as the reason. Obesity 20 percent of Polk County adults report having no leisure time physical activity. 29 percent reported leisure time physical activity on one or fewer days. 42 percent of Polk County residents described their weight as ‘slightly overweight’ and 17 percent said ‘very overweight.’ Polk County’s obesity rate sits at 30 percent, which is above the state average of 28 percent, and below the national average of 36 percent. The four areas of focus weren’t the only statistics included in the assessment. Results elsewhere are mixed. Polk County residents are more

likely than the state average to have a high school diploma, but less likely to have an associate’s level or more in college education. And although Polk County’s 17 percent of children living below

‘One thing that we all hope for is that the community recognizes that this isn’t something that one or two organizations can solve. You need every sector of the population involved.’ Gretchen Sampson Community Services Director Polk County Public Health the poverty line seems high, it’s still better than the 18.6 percent statewide, and 22 percent nationally. The report also notes that the percentage of free and reduced lunch recipients varies widely countywide, from just over 30 percent in Osceola to 60 percent in Frederic. Violent crime rates hover just below the state average, but are still three times higher than the national goal. Sampson explains that the overall influence on health comes from

a number of directions, only some of which her department and local health officials can influence: 30 % Health behaviors (tobacco use, diet and exercise, alcohol use, and sexual activity) 20 % Clinical Care (access to care, quality of care) 40 % Social and Economic Factors (education, employment, income, family and social support, community safety) 10% Physical Environment (environmental quality, built environment) “When you combine health behaviors and socio economic factors, that makes up 70 percent of the overall influence on health,” she adds. “One thing that we all hope for is that the community recognizes that this isn’t something that one or two organizations can solve. You need every sector of the population involved. That’s part of our goal is that we somehow engage each of those sectors,” she adds. Sampson explains that the group’s next steps will be to craft a new Community Health Improvement Plan, which includes individual work groups that focus on specific ways to impact these statistics. Members of the public are invited to participate in the work groups, and encouraged to participate in countywide solutions. To learn more about how you can get involved or view the full assessment report, visit healthypolkcounty.com.

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WEEKLY MEDITATION BY TONY MINELL NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN

In today’s Christianity there are more denominations than ever. That is not to say that there are more Christians than ever, however. Ironically, the more denominations we enumerate, there is little effect upon the growth of the Church. In fact, history seems to indicate that it has the opposite effect. Given that introduction, it might be obvious that I don’t intend on articulating reasons for denominationalism. Nevertheless, I will readily admit, that many denominations have noble reasons for defining and holding ardently to certain confessions or creeds. This article is

certainly not meant as an affront against your beloved church background. Instead, I want to speak to those of any denomination, creed or confession about your personal walk with Jesus. Your “church” does not hold your eternal destiny in its hands. There is another who does. Indeed, there are lines that must be drawn – lines that define our beliefs. This is the practice and discipline of seeking truth about God (and yes, there is one truth – and that truth is not the ironical notion that there are/is more than one truth). In proper “Christian-ese” the study of seeking after the truth of God is called Theology (the study of God).

Yet, while we must draw lines, unfortunately many of the personal lines we draw are akin to lines drawn in the sand immediately before high tide. We busy ourselves making sand castles – elaborate and complex buildings (of our own simple design) complete with a proper moat and towers curiously in the shape of a nearby bucket. As we glory in our “church” it is as if we are glorying in merely a mound of sand that, in the eyes of eternity, will be gone tomorrow. (forgive me if the metaphor is getting blurry.) I suggest that unless we are careful, we will find ourselves building a house on the sand when we ought to be building our house upon the rock.

Left unchecked, denominations will produce this effect. Theology may be able to produce eloquent words, but can it produce a heart that beats wholly for the Lord? Ironically, often the theologically ignorant are closest to the Lord - for did Jesus not imply this when He said of the little children, to such belongs the kingdom of heaven (Matt 19:14). By what title do you want to be known? Lutheran? Presbyterian? Catholic? Calvinist? Arminian? Wesleyan? Evangelical? Non-denominational? Methodist? All of these categories are rubbish in light of the cross. For we must be most eager to be known as Christ’s. We

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P t Nile Nil Merseth M th Pastor SUNDAY: Worship 9 a.m. ———————— 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 SUNDAY: Worship 9:30 a.m. ———————— HOLY TRINITY ORTHODOX CHURCH 523 First Street, Clayton 715-948-2203 Father Christopher Wojcik SUNDAY: Liturgy 9:30 a.m. ———————— HOPE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH 933 248th Street, one mile north of Osceola on Highway 35 Pastor Kevin McLouth 715-294-2112 • www.hefc.org SUNDAY: Worship 10 a.m. ———————— 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 SUNDAY: Worship Service 9:30 a.m. ———————— NEW WINE COMMUNITY CHURCH 309 5th Street, Centuria Pastor Scott Petznick (715) 338-8912 Worship 10 a.m. ———————— OSCEOLA COMMUNITY CHURCH 2492 Education Drive, Osceola Larry Mederich www.occconnect.org SUNDAY: Worship 10 a.m. ———————— OSCEOLA MEDICAL CENTER SPIRITUAL CARE 2600 65th Avenue, Osceola

/ i lt www.myomc.org/specialtyserv_1chapel.php Chaplain Thomas Reaume 715-294-5645 fax: 715-294-5712 Chapel open daily for meditation. ———————— OSCEOLA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 306 River Street, Osceola P.O. Box 447 715-755-2275 osceolaunitedmethodistchurch@gmail.com SUNDAY: Worship 10 a.m. Fellowship 11 a.m. ———————— PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA), 2355 Clark Rd., Dresser 715-755-2515 plcdresser.org peace@centurytel.net Pastor Alan Buresh SUNDAY: Worship Services, 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 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 SUNDAY: Worship 10 a.m. ———————— REDEEMER EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Wisconsin Synod Corner of Adams & Louisiana St. Croix Falls Rev. Timothy Blauert 715-483-3401 SUNDAY: Worship 9:15 a.m. ———————— RIVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN CHURCH 1289 160th Street St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin 715-483-5378 Pastor Paul Hanson Pastor Sonja Hanson SUNDAY: Worship 10 a.m. ————————

are His. Has he qualified His purchase of us with a questionnaire? Does he say, ‘Before My blood can cover you, I need to know how you feel about free will? Before My sacrifice can be effectual unto salvation, I need to make sure you are thinking clearly about whether I numbered your days

before, during or after I thought about creating you?’ (No joke – these are the types of questions that divide the above mentioned groups) You may be proud to be categorized. I can agree if the category is Jesus Christ. (see Ephesians 3:28-29) SEE MEDITATION, PAGE 19

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CHURCH LISTINGS ALLIANCE CHURCH OF THE VALLEY 1259 Hwy. 35 South, St. Croix Falls 715-483-1100 www.stcroixalliance.com Senior Pastor, Gary Russell Associate Pastor Jeff Naegelen Youth Pastor Chris Folkestad SUNDAY: Worship 8:30 & 11 a.m. ———————— ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH East Farmington Rev. Andy Anderson SUNDAY: Mass at 9 a.m. ———————— BETHANY LUTHERAN Star Prairie Pastor Dan Pennington (715) 248-3730 blcsp@frontiernet.net SUNDAY: Traditional Worship 8 a.m. Contemporary Worship 9:30 a.m. ———————— BETHESDA LUTHERAN LCMC 1947 110th Ave. Dresser Sand Lake 715-755-2562 www.bethesdalutheran.ws Pastor Peter Rimmereid SUNDAY: Contemporary/Traditional worship, 9 a.m ———————— CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH 150 Fifth Street Marine on St. Croix, Minn. Pastor Joel Martin 651-433-3222 SUNDAY: Worship 8:15 & 9:45 a.m. ———————— 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 SUNDAY: Morning worship 10:30 a.m. Evening service 6 p.m. ———————— EUREKA BAPTIST CHURCH 2393 210th Ave., St. Croix Falls Pastor Willis Christenson 715-268-4838

ST ANNE PARISH ST. 139 Church Hill Road Somerset, WI 54025 715-247-3310 Rev. Andy Anderson SATURDAY: Mass 5 p.m. SUNDAY: Mass 8 and 10 a.m. ———————— 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 Kris Johnson Pastor Mike Brubaker Sunday services 10 a.m. ———————— ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP 201 N. Adams, St. Croix Falls www.scuuf.org 715-483-1113 SUNDAY: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Sunday 10 a.m. ———————— ST. FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC CHURCH Franconia, MN 651-465-7345 www.stfrancisfranconia.org Fr. Frank Wampach SUNDAY: Mass 9:30 a.m. ———————— ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC Osceola Rev. Andy Anderson 715-294-2243 SATURDAY: Mass at 4 p.m. SUNDAY: Latin Mass, 8:30 a.m. Mass at 11a.m. ———————— ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC 490 Bench Street Taylors Falls, Minnesota 651-465-7345 www.stjosephtaylorsfalls.org Fr. Frank Wampach SATURDAY: 5:30 p.m. SUNDAY: Mass 7:30 a.m. ————————

ST PETER’S ST. COMMUNITY CHURCH Cty. Rd. F, Dresser 715-483-2911 www.faithonpurpose.org Don Guttormson, Pastor Sunday Worship 10 a.m. ———————— SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH MISSOURI SYNOD 140 Madison Street St. Croix Falls Pastor Mark Schoen 715-483-1186 SUNDAY: Worship Services 9 a.m. ———————— TRINITY EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH (WELS) 300 Seminole Ave., (Ct H M) Osceola 715-294-2828 • www.trinityosceola.com Pastor David Rosenow (920-645-7526) SUNDAY: Worship 9 a.m. • Wed. 7 p.m. Bible Class, Sunday, 10:30 a.m. ———————— TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH OF GARFIELD 1578 85th Ave., Amery Pastor Lori Peper 715-268-9577 SUNDAY: Worship Service 9:30 a.m. ———————— WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN (ELCA), 447 180th St., Osceola www.westimmanuel.org Rev. Rexford D. Brandt SUNDAY: Worship Services, 9 a.m. ———————— WORD OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP Cliff Bjork, (651) 465-7373 366 Bench St., Taylors Falls, Minn. SUNDAY: Worship Service 10 a.m. ———————— ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH (Wisconsin Synod) East Farmington Pastor William Brassow (715) 294-3489 THURSDAY: Worship, 4:30 p.m. SUNDAY: Worship, 10:30 a.m.

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Mary A. McElfresh

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Mary A. McElfresh of Osceola died peacefully at home Sept. 4, 2016. She was 80. She was born on Nov. 8, 1935, on the family farm n near Big Lake in rural Osc ceola to parents Ernest and A Alma Foss. She was one of five children. She attended Meado owview School and gradu uated from Osceola high S School in 1953. She married Charles M McElfresh in 1957. To this u union two sons were born, D Daniel and Scott. Throughout Mary’s life sshe worked at various jobs; D Doboy, Bellanca, Osceola School District, Andersen Corporation, and Curves. Her best work was done as a wife, mother, and grandmother. Mary enjoyed her grandchildren. She never missed an opportunity to support them whether it was a school event or a life event. Every year she would be at deer camp, initially spending time in the woods with her blaze orange gear on and a good book in her pocket. Thanksgiving was always celebrated at the cabin. That was her favorite holiday. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Charles; parents, Ernest and Alma Foss, and her brother, John Foss. She is survived by her sons Dan (Nancy) and Scott (Holly Ekstrand), grandchildren Sarah (Scott), Kelsey, Jake, Noel, and Athena (Daryl); her siblings and many other relatives and close friends. She is now dancing with Charles and the angels in heaven. Memorial Services were Sept. 8 at West Immanuel Lutheran Church in Osceola. Interment at West Immanuel Church Cemetery. Memorials are preferred to West Immanuel Church, Osceola Food Shelf or Adoray Hospice. Condolences may be expressed online at www.grandstrandfh.com.

Gladys B. Ruhsam of Osceola died on Sept. 3, 2016. She was 91. She was preceded in death by her husband David. Gladys is survived by her sons, Terry (Sharon) and Richard (Kathy); grandchildren Craig (Emily), Scott (Nicole), Kristin (Adam) and Brad (Tierra); great-grandchildren Carson, Gretta, Caleb and Alyssa. Funeral services are currently pending and a complete notice will be published when available. Arrangements by the Grandstrand Funeral Home in Osceola. Condolences may be expressed online at www.grandstrandfh.com

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Sunday, September 18 • 3 p.m. Followed by Norma’s 80th Birthday Celebration No cards or gifts, please. Free-will offering for Open Cupboard Food Shelf

Taffetas Memories a musical journey through the Fabulous Fifties

Barry Robert Phaneuf, a age 71 of Payson, AZ died A August 31, 2016 in Goody year, AZ. He was born S September 5, 1944 in Rive er Falls, WI to Robert and V Viola Phaneuf. He gradu uated from Amery High S School in Amery, WI in 11962. He served in the US N Navy from 1962 to 1966 a as a General Aircraft M Mechanic, was a custom h home builder and a car e enthusiast. Most importantly he was a proud father, husband, brother, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. Barry is survived by his wife, Virginia Phaneuf; step-mother, Marge Phaneuf; daughter, Staci Phaneuf; sons, Jason Phaneuf and Patrick Phaneuf; brother, Stans Phaneuf (Sharon); sisters, Cindy Morton (Rick), Becky Swenson (Jerry), Mary Kastens (Terry), Barb Brannan (Greg), and Beth Thompson (Mark) ; mother-in-law, Grace Davis; three grandchildren one great-grandchild and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Viola Phaneuf and sister, Becky Selzler (Larry). The family suggests donations be made to Hospice of The Valley. Condolences for the family can be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

Wisconsin Senate, Assembly candidates to speak Sept. 20 Voters in Polk and Burnett counties can meet their state office candidates and learn where they stand on Wisconsin issues at a Candidate Forum on Tuesday, September 20, at Milltown Community Center. Senate District 10 candidates Sheila Harsdorf and Diane Odeen, and Assembly District 28 candidates Adam Jarchow, Jeff Peterson and Vincent Zilka plan to participate. Burnett County Circuit Court Judge Kenneth Kutz will serve as moderator. The free event begins at 5:30 p.m. with a time to “meet and greet the candidates,” with refreshSEE FORUM, PAGE 14

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Kenny Joe and Julie Potting of Osceola and Joe and Julie Berends of Glenwood City announce the engagement of their children, Adrian and Kathy. Adrian is the grandson of Jan Potting of New Richmond and Kathy is the granddaughter of Bobbie Berends and Jack and Marian Schmitz all of Glenwood City. An October wedding is planned.

Sunday, Sept. 18: • 8:45 & 10:45 am Worship Services • 9:30 am Rally Day-Sunday School begins Tot Time (beginning Sept. 15): • 1st & 3rd Thursdays at 10:00 am • For Infants & PreSchool children and their parents or grandparents. Peace Lutheran Church Called to Prayer...Called to Care... Called to Share

What to do when you can’t pay your medical bill BY GAIL PEAVEY POLK COUNTY FAMILY LIVING AGENT

About a quarter (26 percent) of U.S. adults say they or someone in their household has had problems paying medical bills in the past 12 months, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation. That means one in four

people struggle to pay for healthcare services. Financial difficulties are a reality for many people, and unfortunately financial stress carries over into other parts of our lives and causes emotional stress as well. When you can’t pay your medical bill, what can you do? SEE BILLS, PAGE 16

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oil spill. But for those concerned about the fate of the St. Croix, a halt to the Dakota Access Pipeline could be a mixed bag. About a month ago, Enbridge — the company behind the existing Line 61 and a rumored “twin” line on the way — announced plans to invest in an emerging transport route, the Bakken Pipeline System. That system is a combination of the Dakota Access Pipeline, which would carry Bakken crude from western North Dakota to Illinois, and the Energy Transfer Crude Oil Pipeline, which would haul the crude from Illinois to the Texas Gulf Coast. News of the Enbridge’s $1.5 billion investment created speculation that the company might be looking for oil transport routes that would bypass Minnesota and Wisconsin, diminishing need for a twin line under the St. Croix. But if the Dakota Access line is stopped, it could mean the company would push harder for increased access across those states. And it’s possible that the outcome of the Dakota Access won’t have much bearing on the local situation. Peter Anderson of 350 Madison, a group working to reduce carbon emissions, told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel a month ago that ideas for an expansion of the Superior-to-Illinois line are alive and well, based on continued investment in oil production from the Alberta tar sands. “The question is not whether they will be here (in Wisconsin), it’s just a matter of how big the new pipeline will be,” Anderson told the Journal Sentinel. I suppose time will tell. For now, I’m happy to celebrate a small victory for those protecting the water they find sacred. I welcome your responses to this editorial column at editor@osceolasun.com.

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Amery FFA Alumni Farm Toy Show and 2nd Annual FFA Tractor Show Sunday, Sept. 18, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Amery Middle School Gym AMERY, WIS.

Also featuring farm toy displays, die-cast cars and vintage farm items. Vendors and exhibitors welcome.

FFA/FFA Alumni members: bring your tractors! Questions? Dave Clausen 715-268-7454 clausen@amerytel.net

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Osceola motorcyclist leads authorities on high-speed chase

A motorcyclist led authorities on a high-speed chase through East F Farmington o on Sept. 2, r resulting in t the use a K9 o cer in a offi w widespread g r o u n d s search. Hayes II H The motorcyclist, 27-year-old Ricky D. Hayes II of Osceola, had no previous criminal history leading up to the event. According to police reports, Hayes turned eastbound onto 30th Avenue from State Highway 35, where he was clocked accelerating to speeds in excess of 80 miles per hour. The officer attempted to stop Hayes, as he reached speeds as high as 160 miles per hour for the next three miles along 30th Avenue, some of which included a 35 mile per hour zone. Hayes’ motorcycle was found crashed and abandoned where the road comes to a ‘T’ at 220th street and 30th Avenue. A K9 officer was requested to help in the search for Hayes, which tracked him east for approximately a mile. Some officers reported seeing him run across a pasture. Hayes was eventually apprehended in a swampy area along Horse Creek south of County Road X. Upon questioning, Hayes told officers that he knew he was being pursued, and took off because of an expired motorcycle endorsement. Hayes was charged with four separate traffic forfeitures as a result of the incident; hit and run of property adjacent to highway, operating a motorcycle without a valid license, operating a vehicle without insurance, and speeding in excess of 45+ miles per hour over the speed limit. More seriously, however, Hayes was also arrested and charged with fleeing/evading an officer, a

class I felony. Hayes posted $2,500 cash bail after his initial court appearance September 7.

Roth sentenced in child endangerment case BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

The first of two sent tencing heari ings has take place in en t the case of a Glenwood C City couple w who allowed t their 9-yearRoth R th old daughter to drive after they became too drunk to drive. 37-year-old Jason Roth of Glenwood City addressed the court during his Aug. 23 sentencing. Roth faced a maximum of ten years in prison and $25,000 in fines for his role in the incident in which he and his girlfriend, 32-year-old Amanda Eggert, allowed Eggert’s 9-year-old daughter to operate their vehicle when they were too drunk to drive. In the end, Judge Anderson sentenced Roth to three years of extended supervision. Should he violate the terms of that probation, during which time he isn’t allowed any alcohol, Roth will serve an imposed and stayed sentenced of five years in prison. The incident occurred on January 31 on Highway 46 near County Road CC south of Amery. In a plea deal reached June 3, Roth pled guilty to one count of 2nd degree reckless endangerment. A similar plea deal was reached for the girl’s mother, Amanda Eggert, who pleaded guilty to one count of 2nd degree reckless endangerment and one count of attempted battery to law enforcement on July 14. Eggert became combative during the January 31 incident and subsequently faced charges of battery to firefighters, battery to emergency rescue workers, and disorderly conduct in addition reck-

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The crime stories on this page are based on the Probable Cause reports from different law enforcement agencies. Probable Cause Reports (PCs) are simply a report stating the “Probable Cause” that the arresting officer had at the time of arrest. It is used by the District Attorney, Defense Attorney, and Judges in the court’s “Initial Appearance” to assist them in determining, first, to confirm whether or not there was enough “Probable Cause” for the arrest, second, if the charge stated by the officer is appropriate and supported by the information contained therein, and third to assist the judge in setting bond. The District Attorney also uses the Probable Cause Report as a basis (but not exclusively) to complete the Criminal Complaint, which is the official charging document. A Probable Cause Report is NOT the same as a Criminal Complaint. While the PC shows why the person was arrested, they are not officially charged until the Criminal Complaint is filed. Those charges may differ from the charge(s) listed on the PC based upon what charges the District Attorney believes he can prove. Charges may be amended up or down during the charging process as information becomes available. As always, an arrested person is presumed to be innocent until convicted by a judge or jury. Not all arrested people are convicted of the crimes alleged.

less endangerment and neglect charges, which were dismissed but read in for sentencing. A pre-sentencing investigation will also take into account Eggert’s previous criminal history. She has current charges against her in St. Croix County for drug related offenses of methamphetamine possession and obstructing an officer, for which she has yet to take a plea or be convicted. Eggert will be sentenced Sept. 30 in Polk County Court.

Additional victim comes forward in 20-year-old sex abuse case BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

Another victim has come forward in the case of 64-year-old Terry B Bruss of Bals sam Lake, a convicted s sex offende who was er first charged w with molesti ing a former Bruss g girl friend’s daughter more than twenty years ago, from 1993 to 1994. For those incidents, Bruss pled guilty to two counts of 1st Degree Sexual Assault of a Child in 1995. It was his first time being charged and convicted of such a crime. The original incidents were reported to have occurred in a trailer home that Bruss had been renting in the town of Lewis. The eight-year-old victim lived with Bruss and regularly had other children over to visit. The allegations surfaced after a five year old girl reported to her mother that Bruss had exposed himself to her, the victim, and another young girl while they were playing at Bruss’ home. The live-in eight year old was questioned following the report. Based on her statements, Bruss was charged with 7 counts of 1st Degree Sexual Assault of a Child and one count of Exposing Genitals to a Child— all of which related to the eight year old. According to criminal complaints, the mother of the five year old who first reported Bruss exposing himself, confronted Bruss at the time, with her daughter present. That victim, who is

now an adult, has since come forward with additional allegations, reporting that that confrontation and separate threats from Bruss, along with the possibility of no longer being able to play with her friend, had made her fearful of disclosing other details to investigators at the time. As an adult, the victim has provided graphic details of incidents that allegedly occurred within that trailer home, including sexual contact with her while she would spend the night, overhearing sexual contact between Bruss and the eight-year-old victim in another room, being shown pornography, being posed in sexually explicit positions, and being made to watch Bruss have sex with his live-in girlfriend. That girlfriend, Georgette Sears, was charged twice with failure to act on the sexual assault of a child. The first charge was dismissed after Bruss’ initial jail and probation sentence in 1995. Sears was charged again and convicted in 1998 after bringing her daughter to spend weekends at Bruss’ home in 1997, a time when Bruss was to be serving probation and not having contact with minors. Sears was sentenced to three years in prison and five years of probation on the matter in Burnett County Court. With a stayed prison sentence, she received only the probation, from which she was granted an early release. That subsequent abuse to her daughter, who had since turned 11, led to additional charges against Bruss in 1998, and him serving the next fifteen years in prison. With some question by the Department of Corrections as to how to apply the State’s presumptive mandatory release law, Bruss was released from the Wisconsin prison system on January 15, 2014. Investigation into the second victim’s allegations began almost immediately upon his release. As Polk County Circuit Court officials prosecute the most recent allegations against Bruss, interpretations of changing laws and intentions of previous judges’ sentences have led to a very complex case. Bruss was charged with two counts of 1st Degree Sexual Assault of a Child in March of this year, for crimes against the now adult victim. He was released on a

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$100,000 signature bond in March, with conditions that he not have any contact with the victim or be in Burnett County. As he waits for his case to proceed, Bruss is currently living in Balsam Lake area as a registered sex offender. Bruss’ attorney, Jeffrey Kemp, has filed a motion to dismiss the case. A hearing of that motion is scheduled for October 31 in Polk County Circuit Court.

Police ask for public’s help in fraud case BY JESSICA DE LA CRUZ EDITOR@THEAMERYFREEPRESS.COM

St. Croix Falls Police are asking the public’s h help in ident tifying two i individuals r responsible f for using s stolen credi cards at it t the St. Croix F Falls WalM Mart July 22. The suspe pects, shown in images fr from securi rity footage, at attempted to use several fraudulent cards, some with success. While some victims are still being located, names of the known victims are Dean J. Lucker, Brad L. Osgood, Kathy Williams, and Daniel C. Ames. Anyone with information as to the identity of the subjects is asked to contact Erin Murphy at the St. Croix Falls Police Department, 715-4839282 ext. 212. Reports in Support of Probable Cause Polk County Sheriff’s Department September 6, 2016 Lou B. Johnson, 56, Milltown was arrested on August 29 for disorderly conduct and battery. Kristi J. Denver, 48, Milltown was arrested on August 29 for disorderly conduct and battery. Joshua A. Secouler, 34, Luck was arrested on August 29 for discharge of bodily fluids at a public safety worker. Joseph G. Perzichilli, 22, Comstock was arrest-

ed on August 30 for Operating After Revocation and possession of drug paraphernalia. Summer R. Lee, 30, Luck was arrested on August 28 for domestic disorderly conduct and criminal damage to property. Christian M. Seidling, 19, New Richmond was arrested on September 1 for possession. Todd C. Measner, 49, Amery was arrested on August 31 for domestic battery and violation of bond. Travis W. Hoisington, 32, no address was arrested on September 2 for disorderly conduct. Ryan N. Evenson-Beaudry, 28, Milltown was arrested on September 2 for obstructing. Ricky D. Hayes II, 27, Osceola was arrested on September 2 for felony fleeing and hit and run with property damage. Scott D. Nelson, 39, Hudson was arrested on September 2 for disorderly conduct. Julie K. Clayton, 57, Luck was arrested on September 3 for domestic battery of a 62+ year old victim, possession of THC, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Leigha M. Van Sickle, 30, Frederic was arrested on September 3 for possession of meth and probation hold. Theodore E. Koellen, 41, Osceola was arrested on September 4 for disorderly conduct. Jesse J. Scribner, 18, Clayton was arrested on September 4 for felony bail jumping. Lawrence G. Mendez, 44, Forest Lake, Minn. was arrested on September 5 for possession of meth, possession of marijuana, and two counts possession of paraphernalia. Benjamin T. Nelson, 25, Frederic was arrested on September 5 for possession of paraphernalia. Michael G. Sislo, 29, Amery was arrested on September 5 for OWI 1st. Aaron M. Sommers, 30, Balsam Lake was arrested on August 29 for a warrant. Joshua A. Secouler, 34, Luck was arrested on August 29 for failure-to-appear warrant. Susan R. Huppert, 53, Amery was arrested on August 30 for an out-ofSEE RECORDS, PAGE 10

NOTICE TOWN OF OSCEOLA PLAN COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, September 20, 2016 7:00 P.M. • Town Hall, 516 East Ave. North, Dresser WI www.townofosceola.com Meeting agenda items include the following matters for discussion and possible action by the Plan Commission in Open Session: • Cronick Lot Division Located at 2209 75th Avenue in the SE ¼ of the NE ¼, Sec. 29, T.33N., R.18W., Town of Osceola • Review Comprehensive Plan This is a complimentary notice. A complete agenda is posted at the Town Hall, Dresser Post Ofﬁce, First National Community Bank and on the Town’s website at www.townofosceola.com.

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Ribbon cutting at Treasures From the Heart

The Osceola Area Chamber of Commerce and village officials welcomed staff and volunteers of Osceola’s new downtown thrift store, Treasures From the Heart, last Wednesday. Proceeds from the nonproﬁt store beneﬁt Adoray Home Health and Hospice, which provides care and comfort at home to the acutely, chronically or terminally ill.

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county warrant. Alexander L. Stockland, 18, Amery was arrested on August 30 for a failure-to-appear warrant. Dillon B. Keil, 21, Baudette, Minn. was arrested on August 31 for an out-of-county warrant. Ryan A. Longseth, 20, Turtle Lake was arrested on September 2 for two St. Croix Falls municipal warrants. Amanda J. Swartz, 26, Cumberland was arrested on September 5 for a failure-to-appear warrant. Kay R. Dahlquist, 57, Cedar, Minn. was arrested on September 5 for two out-of-county warrants. Polk County Circuit Court Appearance date: Sept. 6, 2016 Bobby Sue Adams, 32, Clayton, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30. Jeremiah D. Alling, 30, Comstock, operating while suspended, $200.50; vehicle operator fail to wear seat belt, $10; operating a motor vehicle without insurance. Sara P. Amani, 25, Rice Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Leah D. Anderson, 57, Frederic, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Julia J. Balestri, 17, Minnetonka, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30. Kevin J. Bean, 58, St. Croix Falls, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Marie R. Beaukieu, 37, Siren, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30; operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Brandon J. Beauvais, 38, Milltown, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10; drink open intoxicants in MV-driver, $263.50. Caitlin B. Becker, 20, Cottage Grove, MN, duty/report accident (report requirement), $200.50. Luke S. Becker, 36, Centuria, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30. Kelly L. Berg, 47, Lino Lakes, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70. Matthew J. Bierbrauer, 30, Osceola, dog at large, $100. Zackory K. Blume, 23, St. Croix Falls, inattentive driving, $187.90. Jason M. Boleen, 45,

Grantsburg, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Abby J. Brinker, 17, Clear Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), 4225.70. Bernard I. Brunello0, 81, Ironwood, MI, unreasonable and imprudent speed, $213.10. Randy L. Carlson, 56, Centuria, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30. Kyle J. Christensen, 41, Minneapolis, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Isabelle N. Conley, 19, Balsam Lake, fail to yield while making left turn (resulting bodily harm), $389.50. Jair Cruz-Salas, 25, Luck, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $225.70. Lori J. Damkaer, 58, St. Croix Falls, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50. Jon R. Davis, 28, Hudson, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Mary H. Drinkwine, 75, Osceola, fail to signal turn, $175.30. Elizabeth M. Fall, 38, New Richmond, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Jesse R. Fiese, 34,

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Grantsburg, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Karen R. Flamm, 70, Stillwater, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70. Megan M. Francis, 32, Luck, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Allan J. Freer, 42, Deer Park, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30. Thomas D. Gnan, 60, Newport, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Claire M. Hautman, 17, Prior Lake, MN, fail to carry boat flotation devices, $162.70. John S. Haddle, 20, Afton, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Kenneth W. Heller, 47, Osceola, operating while suspended, $200.50. Nicholas R. Huston, 24, Woodville, fail to carry or display ATV or UTV safety certificate, $150.10. Lonell A. Johnson, 53, Prescott, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Mark E. Johnson, 66, Cottage Grove, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Kirsten H. Johnson, 18, Dresser, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10. Jason R. Jorvig, 36, Champlin, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Kristina S. Kundsen, 25, Minneapolis, MN, operating while suspended, $200.50. Samantha M. Larson, 21, Star Prairie, speeding in 55 mph zone (30-34 mph), $295. Cullen R. Madison, 20, Star Prairie, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; display unauthorized vehicle registration plate, $238.30. Julie N. McKenzie, 48, Hudson, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Richard F. Miller, 71, Naples, FL, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Cherri M. Morseth,

46, Turtle Lake, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Jeramy L. Norlander, 32, St. Croix Falls, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50. Katherine J. Noye, 19, New Richmond, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50. Sara D. Olson, 42, St. Croix Falls, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10; non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30. Mark A. Paulzine, 20, Frederic, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Krista R. Peterson, 38, St. Paul, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Michelle M. Piehl, 46, Shafer, MN, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Lynn M. Pittman, 49, Arkansaw, fail to yield right of way from stop sign, $175.30. Joshua D. Posey, 36, Amery, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10. Christopher A. Pouliot, 18, Luck, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70. Bonnie C. Prazak, 55, Grantsburg, non-registration of vehicle – auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30. Joshua M. Prusinski, 36, Grantsburg, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Alexander R. Queener, 19, Houlton, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Kathryn A. Repke, 28, Luck, operate without valid license (1st violation), $200.50. Crystal M. Ruff, 41, Amery, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50. John B. Ryan, 67, St. Paul, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30. David H. Schnider, 58, Hugo, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Adam D. Schreifels, 20, Lakeville, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Byron A. Seppamaki, 35, Eagan, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30. Nicole G. Slate, 23, Frederic, dog at large, $100; operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Kadye L. Swanson, 23, St. Croix Falls, operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50. Max T. Swanson, 24, Dresser, operate motorcycle without valid license, $200.50; operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Jill C. Watson, 36, Grantsburg, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10. Michael J. Weisman, 59, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30. Kelsey C. Yoch, 27, Lake Elmo, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Polk County Marriage Licenses September 6, 2016 Carrie L. Herz and Heidi M. Wichelman were issued a marriage license on August 29, 2016. Anthony B. Norling and Kate W. Peloquin were issued a marriage license on August 31, 2016. Jonathan W. Lindner and Caitlin A. McConnell were issued a marriage license on August 31, 2016. Donald L. Reed and Keri L. Lonergan were issued a marriage license on August 31, 2016. John D. Rusnak and Jenna L. Alleman were issued a marriage license on August 31, 2016. Collin B. Western and Melissa K. Kromrey were issued a marriage license on September 1, 2016. Arthur S. Logue and Michele E. Gullickson were issued a marriage license on September 1, 2016. Dylan C. Franklin and Croixlyn A. Cunningham were issued a marriage license on September 1, 2016.

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Make vet visits easier on cats Some pets handle trips to the veterinarian better than others. Animals used to car trips or spending ample time among other animals might not hesitate to get in the car for routine vet visits, while pets that don’t often socialize with other animals may be more resistant when it’s time for their routine medical checkups. Frisky felines may experience some anxiety when leaving the house, and that anxiety may only increase upon arriving at the vet’s office. While cats may never be excited by trips to the vet, the American Association of Feline Practitioners offers the following advice to cat owners who want to make their cats’ vet visits go as smoothly as possible. • Make the carrier a place cats can feel comfortable in. The AAFP advises that cat owners should always transport their cats in a carrier so trips are as safe as possible. Place a small blanket or toy inside, and keep

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rier in advance of their vet visits. Another way to make the carrier more inviting is to spray the carrier with Feliway® roughly 30 minutes before the cat needs to enter the carrier. Feliway simulates cat pheromones and can make a cat feel more comfortable about entering the carrier. Covering carriers with towels also may soothe cats’ anxiety, preventing them from seeing the unfamiliar. • Give yourself time to get cats ready to go. It can take time to get cats on board with the idea of getting into their carriers. Allow yourself enough time to calmly get your cat into its carrier. Rushing things may only increase the cat’s existing anxiety, and that can create problems at the vet’s office and set a bad precedent for future visits. • Keep cats in their carriers upon arriving at the veterinarian’s office. Do not remove cats from their carriers while sitting in the vet’s waiting room. Instead, keep

cats in their carriers, maintaining eye contact and speaking to them in soft tones to calm their nerves. • Prepare for the vet visit in advance. The more time cats spend in the vet’s office, the more restless they may become. Save time and reduce the chances your cat will suffer an anxiety attack by preparing for the visit in advance. Prepare a list of questions for the vet and write down any abnormalities regarding your frisky friend’s behavior when applicable. If your vet is willing, you may even want to email him or her such questions and concerns in advance of the visit. Doing so can save you and the vet some time, while also reducing the amount of time your cat spends out of its comfort zone. Cats may be hesitant to leave their homes, but cat owners can take several steps to make vet visits more pleasant.

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Chieftain football wins on the road again BY RON JASPERSON SPORTS WRITER

Last week the Osceola Chieftain football team took their 3-0 overall record to Somerset to take on the 0-3 Spartans. By the records it may have looked like it would be easy for the Chieftains but looks can be deceiving. True, the Spartans were 0-3 but their losses were to Bloomer, Menomonie and St. Croix Central. Those three teams have a combined record of 10-2 so far in 2016. Although Osceola ended up on the plus side of a 30-6 final score it was much closer for most of the game. With the win SEE FOOTBALL, PAGE 15

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Hunter McQuistan (36), Logan Clark (7) and Joe Swanson (81) stop a Somerset ball carrier in his tracks during the Osceola 30-6 win over the Spartans.

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Gabby Dorau and her Chieftain teammates will begin MBC play this week with their eye on a possible conference title.

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Tennis hits tough sledding against Tigers BY RON JASPERSON SPORTS WRITER

The Osceola Chieftain volleyball team entered the 2016 volleyball season with a lot of experience. Osceola lost only Emily Carlson from last year’s squad. Osceola continued their pre-conference games with a non-conference match at Hayward and then hosted the Osceola Invitational last Saturday. The Chieftains have looked very good so far and now turn their attention to the tough Middle Border conference schedule. “We are super excited as a team to start conference

The Osceola Chieftain tennis team took to the road last week for one match and found it tough sledding at neighboring New Richmond. The Chieftains were swept by the Tigers with six of the seven matches being straight set decisions. “New Richmond is always a tough competitor. They proved to be again this year,” Osceola coach Beth Friedrichsen began. Trista Haan, playing at No. 2 singles, came the closest to a

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Ann Salewski along with Mariah Gaglio have had a good season at the No.1 doubles position for the Osceola Chieftains this year. Osceola has four matches left before sub-sectional play begins Oct. 3rd.

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The golf teams in the Middle Border conference are already into the second half of their season. With five events completed and four remaining on the schedule before tournaments the Osceola Chieftains currently reside in fifth place in the eight team conference. New Richmond has the inside track to the conference title having amassed 50 team points which is eight more than second place

Baldwin-Woodville. Osceola is just three points behind fourth place St. Croix Central. Osceola golfed on backto-back afternoons, first at Prescott and then at Bristol Ridge in Somerset last week. “Another busy week for golf and the weather continues to be a contender for how we play and finish,” Osceola coach Lisa Richert said. “We played in Prescott and the course was soggy. We did not bring our ‘A’ game as

Playing the New Richmond Tiger soccer team is a tough assignment. Playing the game on the Tiger’s home field makes the mission even more difficult. Last season New Richmond placed second in the Middle Border conference with a 14-2 record and finished the year 18-6-2 overall. This year New Richmond is 3-1 in MBC play. It looked like it would be tough and it was. New Richmond raced to an 8-0 halftime lead before shutting out the young Chieftain squad 10-0. “When we were going into the game with New Richmond we knew that it was going to be tough,” Osceola coach Nathan Anderson said. “They have a strong team every

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Chieftain Shane Vazquez gets the ball past Tiger defender Sean Flandrick during second half action of a Middle Border contest played in New Richmond. The Tigers defeated the Chieftains 10-0.

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Saints football drops nonconference test to Elk Mound BY RON JASPERSON SPORTS WRITER

Every game is important no matter what the circumstance is. The St. Croix Falls Saints played host to the Elk Mound Mounders last Friday and the visitors put on an impressive display of football in route to a 39-13 win. The silver lining for the Saints is that it was a non-conference game so St. Croix still holds a 1-0 Lakeland conference mark. The Saints are one-half game behind conference co-leaders Unity and Grantsburg who are 2-0. “We’re obviously disappointed after the loss,” St. Croix coach Grant Belisle said. “Elk Mound really moved the ball well against us, so we’ll need to be more stout this week in preparation for Washburn / Bayfield / South Shore.” Elk Mound has a very good running attack and was hitting on all cylinders against the Saints. The Mounders totaled 426 yards on the ground

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Alex Johnson runs down an Elk Mound player.

on 42 attempts for an average of 10.1 yards per carry. Noah Zurbuchen did most of the damage with 181 yards on 20 carries and scored the game’s first touchdown

from three yards out. Elk Mound’s running back Noah Zurbuchen proved why he was the Dunn-St. Croix player of the year last season,” Belisle said.

It wasn’t just Zurbuchen that did the damage on the ground. Tyler Sahm didn’t carry often but when he did he made SEE SCF FOOTBALL, PAGE 15

This goose is cooked

ou almost always hear them before you see them. Listening intently you hear a crow caw, the prehistoric guttural sound of a sandhill crane or a cow bellow before you hear the distinct honking sounds that announce the geese. When they appear, the goose callers mimic their honk to get the flock’s attention. Once the geese turn to your location, other people on the ground begin waving goose flags to imitate geese landing. As the geese come closer, dogs are shaking with excitement and hunters ready their guns. September 1 marked the opening of early goose season to help decrease the excessive goose population in Western Wisconsin. Many hunters Wild River are ready, willing and able to help the DNR meet those plans to stave off Trails crop damage, problems around golf courses and other sport fields and Jim Bennett yards where goose droppings can be a major problem. Managing goose numbers has always been done in Wisconsin. In the 1850s goose numbers were so high that Wisconsin farmers gathered eggs by the bushel. With unlimited hunting and loss of habitat as farming increased, all waterfowl numbers plummeted, especially geese. In 1899 the first waterfowl licenses were issued but market hunting, loss of habitat and flood control dropped goose numbers farther until geese were a rarity in Wisconsin. In the 1930s after drought ravaged the land people decided to take action. Federal Duck Stamps were created and sold to fund habitat restoration and to create waterfowl refuges. Next came the Pittman-Robertson Act that used money from guns and ammunition sales to purchase and create state and federal waterfowl refuges. About this

same time Ducks Unlimited was formed, engaging local communities in saving and creating wetlands. Eventually waterfowl populations were restored. Once we heard the geese, everyone took cover. We were hunting on privately owned land that was leased to the DNR for hunting. On a ridge between two ponds we set out a couple dozen decoys, a sufficient number because local Canada goose populations are still in family groups. Ben Elfelt, a former Canada goose guide, had set up decoys in pasture close to the shrubs which concealed us. We watched the flock of around 20 birds spot the decoys, lock in, swing around and set wings to land in our decoys. The decoy spread set into the wind caused the geese to fly right overhead. We dropped most of the 8 geese we took that day from this flock. Another was a single that landed there and a couple more from another flock that were fooled by our fakes. Chris Weberg and son Josh Bennett made up the rest of our group, as well as Josh’s old reliable dog Cubbie and his son, Bern, both Labradingers. Although Cubbie did the heavy lifting Bern, (German for “Bear”), was right behind Cubbie as he ran down a bird that we dropped. That is why good waterfowl hunters have dogs and the dogs love the work. At the end of the day each hunter took two geese home. The early season will end September 15 and so will the increased 5 geese per day limit. Our plans are for homemade goose brats and goose sausage burgers. With the right seasoning, high melt point cheese and maybe some cranberries tossed in you won’t find better eating anywhere. 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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SCOREBOARD BOWLING FRIENDLY VALLEY WOMENS LEAGUE Aug. 31, 2016 Horse Creek Store 15 St. Croix Tavern 14.5 Scott’s Tire 13.5 L.C. Carpentry 11.5 Osceola Cleaners 11 Hauge Dental 11 St. Croix Tavern 2 11 Sue’s Bar & Grill 6 PY’s Lil Devils 6 Cascade BP 6 Potting’s Bar 5.5 Babes with Balls 3.5 Truhlsen Chiropractic 2.5 Friendly Bar 2 200: Meghan Tinney, 214, 200. 500: Meghan Tinney, 561; Heidi Schrock, 507; Lori Parks, 503; Pam Collova, 500. High game and series: Horse Creek Store, 655, 1846. FRIENDLY VALLEY WOMENS LEAGUE Sept. 7, 2016 Hauge Dental 25 St. Croix Tavern 24.5 Osceola Cleaners 22.5 L.C. Carpentry 21.5 Potting’s Bar 19.5 Scott’s Tire 19 Sue’s Bar & Grill 18 Horse Creek Store 18 St. Croix Tavern 2 18 Babes with Balls 15.5 PY’s Lil Devils 11 Cascade BP 11 Truhlsen Chiropractic 9.5 Friendly Bar 5 200: Bailey Eichten, 211. 500: Bailey Eichten, 527; Shannon Mork, 516; Meghan Tinney, 508; Lynn Quigley, 502. High game: L.C. Carpentry, 636. High series: Horse Creek Store, 1818.

CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 13: Osceola at UW-Barron County. St. Croix Falls at Rice Lake. Sept. 17: Osceola Invitational. Sept. 20: Osceola at Hudson. Sept. 22: St. Croix Falls at Unity. Sept. 29: St. Croix Falls Invitational. Saints Cross Country Summary Webster Invitational Yellow Lake Golf Course September 6, 2016 Team Standings- (girls – 5,000 meters) 1) Grantsburg 43 2) Frederic / Luck 44 3) St. Croix Falls 67 4) Shell Lake 83 5) Webster 99 Incomplete; Unity Saints Individuals (overall place, name, time) 4, Anna Klein, 22:24.59 9, Autumn Hansen, 23:54.38 11, Grace Klein, 24:58.84 21, Margaret Butler, 26:54.15 22, Brandy Eisen, 26:55.09 23, Jesi Peterson, 26:57.56 27, CJ Basacker, 28:06.97 Individual winner, Hallie Jensen, Grantsburg, 21:38.09. Team Standings – (boys – 5,000 meters) 1) Unity 33 2) Webster 35 3) Grantsburg 61 4) St. Croix Falls 99 5) Shell Lake 120 Incomplete; Frederic / Luck Saints Individuals (overall place, name, time) 12, Matt Lamirande, 20:39.0 17, Noah Berg, 22:03.47 18, Calvin Davis, 22:08.78 25, Keith Murphy, 23:39.59 27, Sam Butler, 23:56.38 32, Cory Anderson, 26:20.22 34, Boden Enochs, 27:33.81 Individual winner, Alex Binfet, Unity, 17:26.84.

FOOTBALL Sept. 9: Osceola at Somerset. Elk Mound at St. Croix Falls. Sept. 16: Baldwin-Woodville at Osceola. St. Croix Falls at Washburn. Sept. 23: Osceola at Amery. Grantsburg at St. Croix Falls. Sept. 30: Prescott at Osceola. St. Croix Falls at Webster. Middle Border Football Standings September 9, 2016 Conf Overall 1) Osceola 2-0 4-0 1) St. Croix Central 2-0 4-0 1) Amery 2-0 3-1 4) Ellsworth 1-1 3-1 4) New Richmond 1-1 2-2 6) Baldwin-Woodville 0-2 1-3 6) Prescott 0-2 0-4 6) Somerset 0-2 0-4 Scores from September 9 Osceola 30, Somerset 6 St. Croix Central 42, Ellsworth 26 Amery 18, Prescott 12 New Richmond 42, Baldwin-Woodville 22 Games this week Baldwin-Woodville at Osceola Amery at Ellsworth Somerset at Prescott St. Croix Central at New Richmond North Lakeland Football Standings September 9, 2016 Conf Overall 1) Unity 2-0 4-0 1) Grantsburg 2-0 4-0 3) St. Croix Falls 1-0 2-2 4) Cameron 1-1 3-1 5) Flambeau 0-1 0-4

Wash/Bay/S 0-2 1-3 6) W h/B /S Shore Sh 02 13 6) Webster 0-2 0-3 Scores from September 9 Elk Mound 39, St. Croix Falls 13 (nonconference) Grantsburg 41, Wash/Bay/S Shore 6 Unity 39, Webster 8 Cameron 26, Flambeau 6 Games this week St. Croix Falls at Wash/Bay/S Shore Cameron at Unity Flambeau at Webster Grantsburg at Durand (nonconference) Osceola Football Statistics Osceola at Somerset (unofficial) September 9, 2016 Rushing (att - yds - td’s) OHS, Johnson 17-145-2, B Carlson 13-482, Jones 5-75, Lowney 6-32. SHS, Bailargeon 17-51, Rivard 1-2, Peterson 6-19-1, Maitrejean 9-32, Miller 12-58, Schmidt 1-(-5). Passing (comp - att - yds – td - int) OHS, B Carlson 2-5-29-0-0. SHS, Bailargeon 0-1-0-0-0, Maitrejean 0-1-0-0-1. Receiving (catches - yds - td’s) OHS, Swanson 1-20, Bents 1-9. SHS none. Punts OHS, H Carlson 3-116-38.7 ave. SHS, 5-108-21.6 Team Statistics Yards Rushing; OHS 300, SHS 159. Yards per Carry; OHS 7.3, SHS 3.4. Yards Passing; OHS 29, SHS 0. Yards per Attempt Passing; OHS 5.8, SHS 0.0 Total Yards; OHS 329, SHS 159. Total Plays; OHS 49, SHS 54. First Downs; OHS 13, SHS11. Kickoff Returns; 2-22-11.0 ave. SHS 6-70-11.7 ave. Punt Returns; none, SHS none. Penalties; OHS 2-10, SHS 2-10. Turnovers; OHS 1 (fum), SHS 2 (1 int, 1 fum). Scoring 1 2 3 4 F OHS 0 13 10 7 30 SHS 6 0 0 0 6 First Quarter SHS – Peterson 26 run (run failed), 9:21 Second Quarter OHS – B Carlson 2 run (B Carlson kick), 7:41 OHS – Johnson 68 run (kick failed), 3:24 Third Quarter OHS – B Carlson 21 ﬁeld goal, 5:54 OHS – B Carlson 1 run (B Carlson kick), 1:50 Fourth Quarter OHS – Johnson 4 run (B Carlson kick), 4:20 St. Croix Falls Football Statistics (unofficial) Elk Mound at St. Croix Falls September 9, 2016 Rushing (att - yds - td’s) SCF, Henk 14-56, Steek 12-31, Johnson 11-23, Carney 2-6. EMHS Zurbuchen 20-181-1, Sahm 4-117-2, Lambele 2-43, Adleman 10-41-1, Redwine 2-27-1, Muszynski 3-16, Lew 1-1. Passing (comp - att - yds – td - int) SCF, Johnson 6-9-70-1-1. Black 1-2-110-0, Lew 0-1-0-0-0. Receiving (catches - yds - td’s) SCF, Carney 1-24-1, Henk 1-15, Wilson 1-14, Webb 1-10, Bushweiler 2-7. EMHS Adleman 1-11. Punts (att / yds / ave) SCF, Henk 4-127-31.8 ave. EMHS Schreiber 3-9732.2 ave. Team Statistics Yards Rushing; SCF 16, EMHS 426. Yards per Carry; SCF 3.0, EMHS 10.1. Yards Passing; SCF 70, EMHS 11. Yards per Attempt Passing; SCF 7.8, EMHS 3.7. Total Yards; SCF 186, EMHS 437. Yards per Play; SCF 3.9, EMHS 9.7. Total Plays; SCF 48, EMHS 45. First Downs; SCF 12, EMHS 14. Kickoff Returns; SCF 7-127-18.1 ave. EMHS 3-34-11.3 ave. Punt Returns; SCF none. EMHS 2-63.0 ave. Penalties; SCF 5-25, EMHS 8-60. Turnovers; SCF 1 (int), EMH none. Scoring 1 2 3 4 F EMHS 6 19 0 14 39 SCFHS 0 13 0 0 13 First Quarter EMHS- Zurbuchen 3 run (run failed), 8:48 Second Quarter EMHS – Sahm 80 run (pass failed), 10:34 EMHS – Lew 1 run (Dane kick), 6:39 SCFHS – Johnson 82 kick return (Bastin kick), 6:27 EMHS – Adleman 7 run (run failed), 5:18 SCFHS – Carney 24 pass from Johnson (pass failed), 2:2 Third Quarter No scoring Fourth Quarter EMHS – Sahm 2 run (Lew kick), 9:47 EMHS – Redwine 17 run (Lew kick), 6:58

GOLF Sept. 7: Osceola & St. Croix Falls at Clifton Highland. Sept. 8: Osceola & St. Croix Falls at Bristol Ridge. Sept. 13: Osceola & St. Croix Falls at Amery. Sept. 16: Osceola & St. Croix Falls at Pheasant Hills.

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Saints CC runners compete on Yellow Lake BY RON JASPERSON SPORTS WRITER

St. Croix Falls cross country coach Jennifer Clemins is excited to see several pieces of the overall puzzle falling into place for her Saints team. Little by little different athletes are stepping up and posting some impressive times. Now Clemins is working to get all of her runners to continue to improve and be at their peak when the Lakeland conference meet rolls around. Last week St. Croix competed at a six team invitational on the Yellow Lake golf course in Webster. The St. Croix girls placed third as a team and the boys were fourth. “It was an all-around great night of racing by the ‘Running Saints’ at Webster,” Clemins reported. “Both the boys and girls team displayed some great efforts with personal best times of the season. Senior CJ Basacker saw a 3:30 drop in her race (time) from last week at Frederic.”

Basacker continues to improve as she battles a long term knee injury. “Sophomore Margaret Butler saw nearly a full two minute drop in her time from Frederic while junior Autumn Hansen cut 2:30 off of her previous fastest time (and earned) herself a medal for the very first time (in her running career),” Clemins continued. Anna Klein was the top St. Croix runner finishing fourth overall. Hansen placed ninth and Butler 21st for the Saints followed by Brandy Eisen (22nd), Jesi Peterson (23rd) and Basacker (27th). “It was the first night of racing for Brandy Eisen, Isabella Gatten and Bridgett Bergmann,” Clemins said. “All around, the Lady Saints should be proud of their individual performances tonight.” The boys were led by Matt LaMirande who finished in 12th place overall. Noah Berg had a good night moving up to the two-spot for the Saints and 17th overall. Calvin Davis finished one spot behind Berg.

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Noah Berg had his personal best time in the Saint’s meet in Webster and was the second ﬁnisher for St. Croix Falls.

“Senior Matt LaMirande led the Saints to their fourth place team finish,” Clemins said. “He posted his fastest time of the season thus far, a respectable 20:39.0. Senior Noah Berg, also had a personal best time

and proved that he was a strong and smart hill runner; using every downhill to his advantage.” Sam Butler placed 27th overall followed by Cory and Anderson (32nd) Boden Enochs (34th). JO JSAPERSON | THE SUN

SCF volleyball stays hot in Lakeland conference play BY RON JASPERSON SPORTS WRITER

Sometimes it is good to be stuck in a rut. During the first week of Lakeland conference play for the St. Croix Falls Saints volleyball team they swept past Luck and Siren in straight set decisions. Last week St. Croix kept the momentum in conference play with another sweep. This time Unity was the victim in a match played on the Eagles’ court. St. Croix won the first game at Unity with a convincing 25-10 decision. St. Croix trailed in the second game before catching fire and pulling out a 25-21 win. The Saints completed the sweep with a 25-17 win in game three. “The team played well,” Saints’

coach Alyssa Notermann said. “It’s nice to see the girls come together and not get down on each other when we get into tough moments. We were trailing most of the second game and it’s telling of our mental strength to continue to fight and figure out what works.” St. Croix traveled to Osceola last Saturday to compete in the Chieftain invitational which drew several talented squads. The Saints defeated Maple Northwestern by scores of 25-14 and 25-11 after opening the tournament in heart-breaking fashion. The Saints lost to Osceola in straight sets by identical 26-24 scores. St. Croix led at times during both games but didn’t come up with the big points when needed. St. Croix lost to Rice Lake 25-21 and 25-17 before completing the

day with a loss to Clayton 25-17 and 25-14. “This week we got lots of practice time,” senior Ruthie Stewart said. “We played Unity and came home with a victory. I thought we were very consistent throughout the game. (At) the Osceola tournament we played some tough teams. We didn’t play as well as we hoped but it was still good to see some different competition.” Despite the one win and three losses in Osceola Notermann was pleased with her team’s performance. “This was a good chance for us to play tough teams,” she said. “Once again we learned a lot that we can bring back to our conference play.” St. Croix will host Frederic on Thursday, Sept. 15 in Lakeland conference play.

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Junior Katie Herrick has led the St. Croix golf team all season long. Herrick and all of her teammates will be returning next season as the Saints rebuild their team.

Saints golf season winding down BY RON JASPERSON SPORTS WRITER

Just a few short months ago it appeared that the St. Croix Falls Saints would not be fielding a golf team at all this fall. With some last minute changes the Saints have put together a team that is competing with the schools from the Middle Border conference but due to the late status change the Saints will not be eligible to golf at the MBC finale or the WIAA playoffs. St. Croix has only three matches left to play but that means that it has three more opportunities to gain experience that can be used next season. St. Croix will return their entire rosters of golfers next year. St. Croix golfed in a pair of MBC events last week, first teeing things up at Prescott and then finishing at Bristol Ridge in Somerset. “Overall, the team continues to improve on their game,” St. Croix coach Maria Gjovig said. “Gabby Sawicki had her best game of the season at Prescott’s Clifton Highland course.” It was tough going at Prescott as the course had received an unusual amount of rain in recent days leaving the course soggy and slow. Katie Herrick led the St. Croix effort at Prescott with a 56. Herrick has played steady golf all season long and has been the Saints top golfer, usually shooting in the mid-50’s. Freshman Maddy Stensven had the second best score among the Saints golfers with a 65. Sawicki was a single shot behind Stensven with a 66. Claire Scharfenberg also scored for the St. Croix varsity with a 77. Herrick and Stensven were one-two again for the St. Croix golfers at Bristol Ridge. Herrick shot a 58 and Stensven a 68. Scharfenberg moved up to the third spot for the Saints with a 79 and Sawicki was next with an 81. “Both Katie Herrick and Maddy Stensven had some good holes at Somerset,” Gjovig said. “Our short game will continue to be our focus as we wind down our season with only three matches left.” The Saints played in Amery this past Tuesday and will be back on the course at Pheasant Hills on Friday, Sept. 16.

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FOOTBALL: Osceola beats Somerset FROM PAGE 12

the Chieftains hold on to the top spot of the Middle Border conference along with St. Croix Central and Amery. Each team is 2-0 in the MBC. Any thoughts of a relaxing game for the Chieftains came to an end on the opening kickoff. After a nice return Osceola turned the ball over at the Chieftain 35 yard line on a fumble. Somerset quickly struck pay dirt on a fourth down run of 26 yards by Jack Peterson. Somerset had broken to a 6-0 lead after just two minutes, thirty-nine seconds. Osceola gained the lead with 7:41 to play in the second quarter when quarterback Brett Carlson capped a long 12 play, 81 yard drive with a two yard run. Carlson also hit Joe Swanson with a big 20 yard pass play to spark the drive. With the Carlson PAT the Chieftains grabbed a lead that they would not relinquish. After a long drive to take the lead, the next Chieftain drive took nine seconds and covered 68 yards. Tanner Johnson took the handoff from Carlson, shook a defender 12 yards into his run, found room on the left side and behind nice downfield blocking, eventually found the end zone. All of the sudden the Chieftains were up 13-6. “The offensive line did a nice job of creating gaps for our run game,” Osceola coach Scott Newton said. “Tanner Johnson did a nice job of finding creas-

es in the defense and earning tough yards.” The game stayed at 13-6 until midway in the third quarter when Carlson converted a 21 yard field goal after a Chieftain drive stalled at the Spartan four. The drive was set up when Swanson recovered a Spartan fumble on the Somerset 19 yard line. “Our d-line battled all night,” Newton said. “Somerset always does a nice job of getting off the ball and I thought our d-line matched their physicality. We bent a little defensively but came up with big stops when we needed them.” Osceola seemed to be gaining momentum with a punishing ground game which totaled 300 yards by game’s end. Johnson led the infantry with 145 yards on 17 carries and a pair of touchdowns. Carlson added 48 rushing yards and he too scored twice. Reid Jones scampered 75 yards on 5 carries including a 55 yard jaunt. Diego Lowney added 32 yards on six carries. Osceola stretched their lead to 23-6 on a one yard Carlson run culminating five-play, 72 yard drive including Jones’ run of 55. Osceola iced the game with a drive of 10 plays, all runs, to cover 73 yards. Johnson blasted in from four yards out for the touchdown. Osceola now faces an improved Baldwin-Woodville team. Although the Blackhawks are only 1-3 they do have a huge 54-13 decision over Spooner. Looks can be deceiving.

VOLLEYBALL: Chieftains ready for season FROM PAGE 12

play,” senior Erin Cutts said. “Our hope is to finish in the top of the MBC this year, and we have to continue to work hard to prepare ourselves for the many tough matches to come in order to accomplish that.” Last week at Hayward the Chieftains dominated play with a sweep of the Hurricanes. The Chieftains won the first game 25-10 and followed that up with a 25-19 win in game two. The Chieftains secured the sweep with a 25-12 decision in game three. Osceola ended their week by hosting the Chieftain Invitational. Osceola was short-handed at their invitational but overcame those obstacles to play well.

“We played last weekend in our invitational and were missing two starting players, Allie Helgeson and Sydney Roush,” Chieftain coach Holly Johnson said. “ I was proud of my younger players for stepping up and filling in those roles.” Osceola began invitational play with a tough two game sweep of neighboring St. Croix Falls. Both games went overtime as the Chieftains won each game 26-24. The Chieftains opened up against their next opponent, Rice Lake, by taking game one by the same 26-24 score. In the clinching game against the Warriors the Chieftains took control of a 2516 decision. Osceola then turned

their attention to the Northwestern Tigers. Things were a little easier in a two game sweep of the visitors as the Chieftains won 25-10 and 25-7. Osceola finished their day with a three set match to Clayton. The Chieftains won game one by a 25-20 score but could not keep the momentum. Clayton won the second game in a nail-biter by a score of 28-26. The Bears won the clincher 15-11. “We didn’t finish in game two and it cost us game three,” Johnson said. “The momentum got swept away.” Osceola opens MBC at Somerset on Sept. 15. This Saturday the Chieftains travel to Eau Claire to play at ‘North’ high school.

SCF FOOTBALL: Saints lose to Elk Mound FROM PAGE 13

it count as he toted the pigskin four times for 117 yards a pair of touchdowns. His big run of the night was for 80 yards. After the touchdowns by Zurbuchen and Sahm it was Dane Lew who scored from one yard out on his only carry of the game making the score 19-0. The Saints responded with their biggest play of the game after the Lew touchdown. Senior Alex Johnson received the ensuing kickoff on his own 18 yard line. Johnson chewed up the entire 82 yards to the goal line in a dozen seconds and the Saints were back in the game at 19-7. Hunter Adleman then scored for Elk Mound with a seven yard touchdown run to up the Mounders’ lead to 25-7 but once again the Saints fought back. With the clock winding down towards halftime Johnson hit Clay Carney with a 24 yard touchdown pass and St. Croix trailed 25-13 at intermission.

“Offensively, we continue to work towards finding some consistency,” Belisle said. “We saw some nice passes from quarterback Alex Johnson. Running back Clay Carney made a spectacular touchdown catch for our second touchdown of the game.” St. Croix hung around and still trailed 25-13 going into the fourth quarter but Sahm broke the Saint’s back with a 21 yard touchdown run early in the fourth quarter. A TD by Elk Mound’s Brady Redwine closed the scoring. Tyler Henk led the St. Croix ground game with 56 yards on 14 carries. Johnson was six for nine through the air, good for 70 yards. The Saints now get back into Lakeland conference play when they have the long road trip to play Washburn / Bayfield / South Shore. “We really need to focus on good fundamental football as we approach the heart of conference play,” Belisle concluded.

GOLF: Osceola begins second half of season FROM PAGE 12

they say but conditions were not the best for any team that played that day.” Scores ballooned for most golfers on all teams with 44 being the top score turned in by Maggie Veenendal and Maddie McCann, both of New Richmond. Osceola was led by Payton Busick and Mikayla Fennern who both carded 57’s. Jada Wyman was the third scorer for Osceola with a 66 and Mattie Newman shot a 67. Osceola finished in sixth place as a team. The following day at Somerset Osceola moved up a notch and finished fifth as a team. Busick led the way shooting a 51 with Newman carding a 59. Donya Fehlen (64) and Fennern (66) completed the team scoring for the Chieftains. “We took our play and shaved off a few strokes from playing in Prescott when we played at Bristol,” Richert said. “We played a bit more confidently but our short game still got the best of us. Setting up to play in Amery (this week) we will be practicing with a purpose. I am excited for a few days of practice. We are a team above all and above all, a team. Go Chiefs.”

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Mikayla Fennern is Osceola’s only returning golfer from the varsity team last season but the ‘new Chieftains’ are still in the hunt for a ﬁrst division ﬁnish in the MBC.

TENNIS: Chiefs run into tough Tiger team FROM PAGE 12

Chieftain win as she lost in three sets. Haan started out with a 6-2 decision in the first set but could not maintain the momentum as she lost her next two sets 6-0, 6-3. The Osceola No. 1 doubles team of Mariah Gaglio and Ann Salewski put themselves in a hole by dropping the first set 6-1. The Chieftain tandem nearly dug out of the hole but ended up losing the second set 7-5. “There were a few

matches that went really well and the kids learned even more about tennis,” Friedrichsen said. “I think one of the most important lessons that they learned is that it is so important to finish points, games and then win the match.” Lindsey Pennel, Melanie King and Taylor Kisler all were straight set victims in singles matches for the Chieftains. Elli Dodge and Ashlyn Getschel lost in straight sets at No. 2 doubles as did Naomie

Orwenyo and Olivia Bull at No. 3 doubles. Friedrichsen knows that it is time to look ahead to the matches the Chieftains play this week. “(This) week we have a ton of matches,” Friedrichsen said. “I am looking forward to (the players) applying what they have learned and really focusing on finishing the points, games and match,” Friedrichsen concluded. Osceola plays at Ellsworth on Sept. 15.

SOCCER: Chieftains lose to strong New Richmond FROM PAGE 12

year, and it was no different this year. Our team worked hard and defended as much as possible, but they were just too good.” The New Richmond offense was led by Andrew Johnson who scored four of the Tiger goals. Adam Schoepke and Zach Landt each had a pair of goals for the home standers. Landt also had a

pair of assists for the potent New Richmond attack. “They were constantly looking to get behind our defense to get one-onone with the keepers,” Anderson said. “We lost our marks a couple of times and they made us pay. It was hard for us to get pressure on the ball through the midfield, and couldn’t get anything going offensively. We played our guts out, but they were just too good.”

Blake Getschel, the New Richmond keeper, was not tested often by the Chieftains and was able to keep his net clean in the shutout. Osceola now needs to turn the page and keep working. Eventually the Chieftain fortunes will improve “Moving forward we need to work on keeping possession on offense and getting pressure on the ball on defense,” Anderson concluded.

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Franconia Sculpture Park’s Art and Artist Celebration Please join Franconia Sculpture Park’s artists, staff and thriving community at the 20th annual Art and Artists Celebration on Sept. 17, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The event serves as the gala opening reception for sculptures created in 2016, with opportunities all day to satisfy one’s artistic curiosity and participate in family art-making. The event is free – parking is $5 per vehicle, and there is a nominal fee for some activities. The hard work of Franconia’s 2016 resident artists pays off when festival time rolls around, as it serves as the official opening reception for all the new sculptures created this year. Here you will experience raw creativity writ large over Franconia’s 43-

acre landscape. From iron castings to monumental works 35’ tall, the combination of a relaxing atmosphere and dynamic art, not to mention unlimited photo ops, makes for a truly enjoyable day. Live entertainment in Franconia’s Earthen Amphitheater Noon: St. Croix Falls Festival Theatre will perform an excerpt from “My Name is Rumpelstiltskin,” an upcoming production. 1 p.m.: Platypus is a youth rock group from Minnesota. They perform rock ‘n’ roll covers as well as original music written by the band. Their music is Inspired by The Clash, Devo,

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Osceola Medical Center recently was awarded a grant from The Fred C. and Katherine B Andersen Foundation. The $250,000 grant will support capital equipment purchases for the facility. “At Osceola Medical Center we take pride in offering state-of-the art medical services to our

tion agency. Nearly 20 percent of U.S. consumers with credit records – 42.9 million people – have unpaid medical debt, according to a 2014 report by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Most medical offices will discuss payment plans, so do not be afraid to ask for help. You may qualify for programs that help you make a plan to pay your bills. Call 2-1-1 and ask for help to fi nd a financial counselor or a non-profit credit counseling agency. Covering Wisconsin has created a how-to sheet titled “What Can I Do? I Can’t Pay My Medical Bill” available online at www.coveringwi.org that provides step-by-step instructions for what to do when you’re having trouble paying your medical bill.

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Recently the conflict between the Association Retreat Center (ARC) and neighbors, specifically Audrey Parish, was brought again to the attention of the Farmington Town Board. It was nearly a year ago, last November, that the Parish family and Pat Flander and Mary Howard of the ARC all attended the Town Board meeting in the hopes of working out a solution to their conflict. It was agreed at that meeting that the ARC needed to lower their sound system during events and keep their visitors from trespassing on other property. However, Parish attended the last board meeting, Sept. 6, to report that they have not

made any improvements over the past 10 months and that they have made it clear to her they have no intention of making those changes. The board, surprised because Flander agreed to the changes last fall, didn’t say much until Parish presented recordings she had of ARC workers speaking to each other on a radio channel. Although too quiet for the audience to hear, the board’s demeanor changed and Chairman Dennis Cottor explained that they heard one employee alerting others to certain locals passing by (including board members) so that the noise could be turned down and at one point referring to those locals as “a bunch of dumb farmers.” Upon hearing this, Cottor stated, “We’ve been

kind to them so far, but I think that kindness is going to stop.” The board agreed to send a letter to request Flander at the October Farmington Town Board meeting. Other business: • The 30th Ave/280th St. project is going well. • Vernon Langenback’s property has been listed; the relator attended the last board meeting to figure out what needs to be done. Specifically with the maintenance of the driveway, which it was decided will be partially maintained by the town. However an easement is needed to make a small turn around before plowing will be required so that the plow truck is able to get out again. • The next Farmington Town Board meeting will be Oct. 3 at 7 p.m.

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Celebrating the Osceola Community Fair

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The Osceola Community Fair Grand Marshal was Rob Bullard.

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The 2016-2017 Osceola Royalty: Miss Osceola Sophie Kammerud, Princess Lainey Demulling, Little Miss Osceola Reegan Kulzer, Princess Kylie Johnson, and Princess Macey McNitt.

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During a pause in Sunday’s parade, a family pets the horses pulling Quarter Moon Acres Equine Therapy ﬂoat.

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Complete with a large horn section, the Osceola Middle School marching band performed in Sunday’s parade.

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Ribbon-winning bell peppers and other vegetables were on display at the Osceola Community Fair. SUZANNE LINDGREN | THE SUN

The departing Miss Osceola royalty. From left: Miss Osceola Danielle Tinney, First Princess Samatha Gibbs, Second Princess Breeanna Wallner, Little Miss Osceola Kaitlyn Tempel, First Princess Claire Bradt and Second Princess Reegan Matter.

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Ribbon-winning pickles on display at the Osceola Community Fair.

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The Osceola High School Marching Chiefs glide into formation during a performance of Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody.”

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Wheels & Wings in Osceola

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The Interstate Band entertained the crowd at the airport on Saturday.

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Julie Clark talks with a member of her ground team before her air show on Saturday.

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Golf ball drop at the airport. The owner of the golf ball that landed closest to the ﬂag won a cash prize.

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Visitors admire a 1918 sport touring Roamer Phaeton owned by Jeff and Rebecca Schreiner of Mondovi.

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The T-6 Thunder North American Flight Team swept over the crowd in a diamond formation during the air show.

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The Lucas Oil Skydivers signaled the start of the Wheels & Wings air show. One ﬂew the American ﬂag under a stars and stripes canopy as the crowd listened to a live performance of the national anthem.

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“She’s wonderful to ﬂy. There’s never ending power,” said Harry Odone (left), pilot of the T2 Fairey Gannet. The Cold War-era plane was designed to search and destroy Russian submarines, and burns 200 gallons of fuel an hour. This prototype is the last one ﬂying.

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MEDITATION: Christian denominations growing, but not followers FROM PAGE 7

By now your blood pressure may be rising if you feel passionate about that elaborate sand castle called “x, y, or z.” ‘Pastor Tony is off the rails.’ You may say, ‘I really like a good theology debate!’ Or, ‘We must know what we believe and why we believe it!’ ‘We must be able to defend what we believe!’ To you I say, Yes! Of course. I want us to be able to defend our faith. To that end, theology must be studied and

creeds must be known. The problem enters when our association to a certain “church” or “system” becomes more significant than our relationship with Jesus Christ. If you seek to be known primarily as a follower of Luther over and against follower of Christ, you may find yourself trusting in the wrong man. Christ must be the preeminent category that defines you and me. If our house is not built upon The Rock (A.K.A. Jesus Christ) we

must heed Jesus words, “the rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell, and great was the fall of it,” (Matthew 7:27). Call upon the Lord to be the one defining mark among all of us. Let us be faithful to the boasting and preaching of Jesus Christ and Him crucified – the one and only stumbling block we can be proud of. It is by Christ alone that we are saved. You can have Peter, Luther, Westley and Calvin. Just give me Jesus.

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Do famous people get constipated?

few weeks ago, a photo in the Washington Post pictured Steven Seagal and President Lukashenko of Belarus eating carrots. Another photo shows them in Lukashenko’s garden with his watermelons. The photos caught me off guard. It’s not very often Seagal is depicted doing something so ordinary and Lukashenko, considered Europe’s last dictator, has a garden. Despite our place in life, we are all human and need to eat a diet full of healthy vegetables and lots of fiber. It is also good to know that even if you have lots of expendable cash and you can eat anything in the world, your body still needs the Wild Chow basics, like fiber. In fact, most Americans don’t Lisa Erickson get enough fiber. According to research done by the University of Minnesota a couple years ago, most people consume less than the recommended amounts of whole grains and dietary fiber. Which brings me to a topic I never thought I would write about, but frequently am asked about—constipation. Many people suffer from constipation because of unhealthy diets that are low in fiber. Most American adults should consume 21 to 38 grams of fiber per day. I remember my parents going through a very long “fiber” phase, when I was a teenager. My mother baked fresh bran muffins every morning. She kept the batter in a plastic ice cream bucket in the fridge for one week. She would scoop out enough batter for five muffins—one for each of us. We would have fresh baked bran muffins for breakfast. I wondered why we couldn’t just eat the cereal instead of going through all the fuss of making muffins—until I tasted it. I get that for some people bran is hard to eat. I like bran cereal and can eat it doused in almond milk, but my family would rather eat bran muffins. Not that anyone is constipated, but it can’t hurt to add more fiber to our diets anyway.

I’d love to ask Seagal or Lukashenko if they eat bran muffins too. I wonder if, someday, we will see a photo of them with white hair, stooped over, with dentures on napkins next to their plates, sharing stories over bran muffins? Nah, probably not. Mother’s Bran Muffins Makes 12 muffins

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3.75 oz. bran cereal, about 2 cups lightly crushed 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup buttermilk 1 1/4 cup flour 1 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1 egg 1/4 cup oil (I like to use coconut oil, slightly warmed to a liquid state) Options; raisins, nuts, shredded carrots, berries, etc., Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees. Grease a 12 cup muffin pan with butter or cooking spray. Do not use paper cupcake liners because they will stick to the muffins and rip the muffin apart when it is peeled away. In a large bowl, combine cereal, sugar, flour, and baking soda. In another bowl, combine buttermilk, egg, and oil. Stir until mixed. Add to cereal mixture and stir to combine. Add raisins or other optional ingredients. Allow batter to rest for 10-15 minutes. Spoon muffin batter between all 12 cups. Bake for 20 minutes until muffins spring back when lightly touched. Cool slightly and serve warm. **If you want to have batter to bake muffins frequently, quadruple the recipe (X4). Store the batter in the refrigerator in a covered plastic container, up to one month. Please know that the muffins may not rise as high as the batter ages over time.

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SCOREBOARD: OHS/SCF sporting events FROM PAGE 13 Sept. 19: Osceola & St. Croix Falls at Ellsworth. Sept. 22: Osceola at Bristol Ridge. Sept. 28: Osceola at Amery (regional). Middle Border Golf Standings September 9, 2016 1) New Richmond 50 2) Baldwin-Woodville 42 2) Ellsworth 42 4) St. Croix Central 31 5) Osceola 28 6) Amery 27 7) Prescott 21 8) Somerset 19 Osceola Chieftain and St. Croix Falls Saints Golf Results September 7, 2016 Prescott â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9 holes Team Results 1) New Richmond 190 2) Baldwin-Woodville 218 3) Ellsworth 220 4) Amery 228 5) St. Croix Central 231 6) Osceola 247 7) Prescott 250 8) Somerset 251 Osceola Individuals Payton Busick 57 Mikayla Fennern 57 Jada Wyman 66 Mattie Newman 67 St. Croix Falls Individuals Katie Herrick 56 Maddy Stensven 65 Gabby Sawicki 66 Claire Scharfenberg 77 Medalist, Maggie

Veenendal and Maddie McCann, New Richmond, 44. Osceola Chieftain and St. Croix Falls Saints Golf Results September 8, 2016 Bristol Ridge - 9 holes Team Results 1) New Richmond 196 2) Ellsworth 216 3) St. Croix Central 234 4) Baldwin-Woodville 238 5) Osceola 240 6) Prescott 249 7) Amery 252 8) Somerset 263 Osceola Individuals Payton Busick 51 Mattie Newman 59 Donya Fehlen 64 Mikayla Fennern 66 St. Croix Falls Individuals Katie Herrick 58 Maddy Stensven 68 Claire Scharfenberg 79 Gabby Sawicki 81 Medalist, Maggie Veenendal, New Richmond, 43.

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Green Day, The Ramones, Jack White, The Who and Nirvana. 2:30 p.m.: Bruise Violet is an all-girl teen punk and grunge band that describes itself as â&#x20AC;&#x153;sugar, spice, and a kick in the teeth, â&#x20AC;&#x153; with thick chord jumps and thumpy bass. 4 p.m.: Communist Daughter has been a Franconia and Twin Cities favorite for years, with inspired, harmonic indie songs that are deeply personal as well as hard-hitting. 5:30 p.m.: Sonny Knight and the Lakers is an eight-piece hard soul, nonstop review that dishes up raw R&B, soul, and big band in its own unique style. Activities Noon, 2, and 4 p.m.: Guided tours. Join a Franconia artist to learn about our sculpture exhibition, the residency program and the process involved in making sculpture. 12:30 & 3:30 p.m.: Open Eye Figure Theatre will perform one of their unique and exciting puppet shows â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a favorite throughout the Twin Cities, bringing communities together with original family-friendly theatre. 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Face painting and Franconiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s people-powered spin art machine. $3.00 each or 2 for $5.00. Noon - 5 p.m.: Family art-making projects led by Franconia alumni artists. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heavy Metal Makersâ&#x20AC;? with Pete Driessen: Participants will make simple musical instruments. â&#x20AC;&#x153;3-D Engineersâ&#x20AC;? with Asia Ward: Participants will create their own engineered-paper project, such as â&#x20AC;&#x153;your dream playground.â&#x20AC;? 11 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 p.m.: Water Bar is a bar that serves local tap waters staffed by water

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150 Help Wanted St. Croix Falls UMC has an immediate opening for a church pianist. Requirements: Ability to play the hymns from the UMH & The Faith We Sing Hymnals. Please contact Pastor Ran Yoo at 724-762- 0797 or pastor.ranyoo@gmail.com.

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Osceola HELP WANTED Part-time Caregiver needed for our 20 bed Assisted Living. Experience preferred but not necessary. Will train the right person. Paid training. Cooking experience helpful. Flexible scheduling. Must be able to work some weekends.

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REQUIRED SKILLS: Mechanical aptitude. Must be able to perform some heavy lifting up to 60 pounds and be able to stand on feet for up to eight hours. Bending, twisting, climbing ladders, operating lift truck, roll tending (preparing, moving and loading rolls in to the press.) APPLY IN PERSON OR SEND RESUME TO: Northstar Media, 930 S. Cleveland St. NW Cambridge, MN 55008

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without delay.â&#x20AC;? Anderson also noted that $20,000 of the bond would remain, leaving â&#x20AC;&#x153;a substantial amount of cashâ&#x20AC;? as a guarantee that Krueger will continue to follow bond conditions. The $5,000 has been transferred to Murtaughâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s law office trust as a guarantee to the court that the money will be used for the expressed purpose. Kruegerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s four-day jury trial is scheduled to begin Jan. 10, 2017.

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This position performs a variety of janitorial and custodial tasks to maintain clean and safe buildings and grounds. Polk County would be pleased to train necessary skills and knowledge related to this position to an individual that demonstrates the ability to be ďŹ&#x201A;exible, a team-player, accountability and offer strong, quality customer service. Deadline to apply: October 1, 2016 YOU MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For complete job description, position requirements, application, and details please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us, Employment Opportunities. AA/EEOC

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Christian Community Home of Osceola CURRENT OPENINGS â&#x20AC;˘ Resident Service Assistant (No experience necessary, do not need your CNA) â&#x20AC;˘ Full time and Part time CNA (Sign-on bonus and Ă exible scheduling) â&#x20AC;˘ Part time Charge Nurse (RN or LPN) We offer competitive wages and beneĂ&#x20AC;ts. Contact Deb Bartz for details! 715-294-1113 or deb.bartz@cchosceola.org Apply online at www.cchosceola.org

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Good Samaritan Society â&#x20AC;&#x201C; St. Croix Valley is now hiring fulland part-time CNAs. Competetive beneďŹ ts offered.

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HELP WANTED

Quality Manager Quality Engineer Please visit our website for full details of these two positions. www.precoinc.com

Secretary

Comfort Systems Plumbing, Heating & A/C located in St. Croix Falls, WI seeks Secretary to perform numerous general office, computer related (data entry) duties. This person would act as a personal assistant to the owner of Comfort Systems and the Office Manager. Candidate should have experience with computers, data entry, multiple phone lines, Microsoft programs. Quickbooks knowledge a plus, but not required; will train the right fit. This is a PART TIME position, 20-30 hours a week with no benefits. The salary will depend on experience.

Your efforts will be rewarded with a competitive salary and beneďŹ ts package as well as ongoing opportunities for growth. For consideration, send your resume to: Email: hr@precoinc.com Preco Inc., Attn: HR Dept., 500 Laser Drive, Somerset, WI 54025 or fax to 715-247-5650. EOE.

Preco, Inc. www.precoinc.com

Temporary Full Time Red Rock Radio Corporation is seeking an Administrative Assistant to manage in our Amery, Wisconsin office on a temporary full-time basis, 8-5 on weekdays. We are looking for an individual who is efficient with the ability to multi-task, while managing administrative support. The ideal candidate for this job is resourceful, a good problem solver and organized. Wage is $9.50/hour. Please contact Tom Roubik (troubik@redrock radio.org) for more information at 715-268-7185. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Red Rock Radio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE Send resumes to: info@comfortsystems.org

Housekeeper â&#x20AC;&#x201C; PT Evenings Responsible for cleaning and maintaining offices, halls, conference rooms, lobby, lunchroom and restrooms. Responsibilities: Vacuuming, sweeping and scrubbing ďŹ&#x201A;oors; Cleaning restrooms; Dusting and washing tables, desks and other furniture as directed. QualiďŹ cations: High school diploma; 1-2 years related experience desired; Proactive in cleaning. Physical Demands: Carrying 10 lbs.; lifting 50 lbs; Reaching overhead, stooping, crawling, bending.

Interested candidates should send resumes to T.harrington@adorayhomecare.org or call 715-684-5020 and ask for Teresa in HR. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs, possess outstanding customer service skills, and work well in a team environment!

To ďŹ nd out more, visit good-sam.com/stcroixvalley.

www.comfortsystems.org

Preco Inc., a leader in industrial laser technology since 1978, is looking for talented, career oriented technical help to fuel our continued growth. Located in Hudson & Somerset, Wisconsin we offer a personal environment that provides a great quality of life for the family and a professional environment rich in diversity, technology and intellectual challenge.

If so you are the person that we are looking for to join our dynamic team at Adorayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Treasures From the Heart Store in Osceola, WI.

Lakeside Foods â&#x20AC;&#x201C; New Richmond, WI LAKESIDE FOODS is looking to fill the following FULL-TIME position: www.comfortsystems.org

HELP WANTED

Laborer

Comfort Systems Plumbing, Heating & A/C located in St. Croix Falls, WI seeks Full Time Laborer to our licensed Plumbers and HVAC Technicians. Candidate should have experience with labor work, such as shoveling and some lifting. The right candidate will have good listening skills to perform tasks asked by Plumbers and HVAC Technicians. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs., check in inventory and have good writing and communicating skills. This is a FULL TIME position with benefits. The salary will depend on experience. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE Send resumes to: info@comfortsystems.org or stop in and fill out an application at: 2171 Fairgrounds Road, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024.

Plant Maintenance Duties consist of Repairing, Installing and Maintaining General Plant Equipment and Machinery. Also includes Minor Plumbing, Hydraulics, Electrical and Learning all Processing Areas in order to assist with Production Needs. Adequate Welding/Fabricating skills are required. Lakeside Foods offer Competitive Wages based on skills and experience, along with a full Benefit package including: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, Vacation/Personal, Profit-Sharing, 401K and various Wellness programs Interested applicants can apply through email, fax or in person.

Email: ekunze@lakesidefoods.com Phone (715) 243-7368 Fax (715) 243-7356 M/F/D/V Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2016 www.osceolasun.com

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OHS Class of ‘66 reunion

The Osceola High School Class of 1966 held their 50th class reunion at Krooked Kreek Golf Course on Aug. 20. Pictured are, back row: Bonnie Hanson-Heuer, Gerald Viebrock, Terry TenEyck, Cyril Krenz, Robert Schmidt, Michael Krenz, Virgil Keohler, Steve Kromrey, Ronald Neumann, Brian Dosch, Thomas Cloutier, George Groves and Terry Ruhsam. Middle row: Audrey Richardson-Orf, Linda Thron-Sutherland, Bradley Johnson, Curtis Steffen, Keith Kromrey, Linda Casselman-Campeau, James Thompson, Leonard Kromrey, Bruce Christensen, Kenneth Kromrey, James Minnichsoffer, Phillip Dzubay and Roderick Nelson. Seated: Carmen Holm-Rupprecht, Judy Hinz-Krebsbach, Pamela Rochel-Birk, Barbara Stouffer-Aronson, Patricia Neidermire-Lindsey, Pamela Dehmer-Measner, Joyce Jergensen and Sharon Christopherson-Johnson.

Delivering Your Community Serving Polk County’s St. Croix Valley since 1897

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SCVHC gala Sept. 22

Free Advanced Care Planning Class offered Are you concerned about: • Receiving the care you want if you cannot communicate? • Who will make your health care decisions if you are unable to? • Your care preferences, values and wishes not being followed? Starting a conversation about such life-changing events is difficult, that’s why starting the process now is so important, as it communicates personal wishes for medical treatment if you are unable to do so for yourself. St. Croix Regional Medical Center is excited to offer a workshop for advance care planning called “Honoring Choices.”

Honoring Choices promotes the benefits for advance care planning and makes the process easier for patients and families in the health care setting and in our community. The next Honoring Choices (Advanced Care Planning) class will be September 19 from 3:00 4:00 PM in the hospital building at 235 State Street, St. Croix Falls, WI. For more information about Honoring Choices, please visit www.honoringchoiceswi. org. For questions or to register for this free class, please contact our Social Worker, Kim Bauer at 715-483-0272 or email her at kim.bauer@scrmc.org.

The 21st Annual St. Croix Valley Health Care Fundraising Gala will be held at Trollhaugen Convention Center on Sept. 22 at 6 p.m. Funds from this year’s event are earmarked to purchase life saving equipment for the Emergency Department. Grab bag items worth up to $25 in value will be offered as well as silent auction items like tickets, auto care, jewelry, artwork and more. Purchase a key to win a $1000 or $500 travel voucher. The Health Care Advocate award will be presented during the evening to a community volunteer who has given generously of time and talents. The Foundation is a non-profit organization sup-

ported by individual contributions and fundraising events. Foundation funds support the work of the Foundation and St. Croix Regional Medical Center in many ways, including: • Awarding scholarships to encourage young students and adults to pursue careers in health care; • Purchasing vital technology that improves the care we are able to give patients; • Assisting with physical improvements to the facility, and To make your reservations to attend the 21st Annual Fundraising Gala, call Laurie Nelson 715-483-0578 or Jessica Minor at 715-4830579.

CRAIG DUEHOLM Fourth-Generation Farmer

POLK COUNTY AND UW–MADISON We are better because cities and towns across Wisconsin send UW–Madison their very best — people like Craig Dueholm. Getting a different perspective has always been important to Dueholm, and his coursework at the UW gave him new ideas and tools that he used to become a successful, progressive dairy farmer in Polk County. Go online to read his story and 71 others.

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