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Students in Osceola High School’s new “WHY WAIT” program, Nov. 29. The program offers students a chance to pursue self-directed projects.

OHS program fosters innovators “Why wait?” It’s the question behind, and the name of, a new self-directed project-based learning experience at Osceola High School.

Each week during WYN, homeroom or at 7:30 a.m., students will devote time to a project they choose based on their unique interests.

During WHY WAIT, teachers will help students find joy in wrangling

with a challenge where there is no single “right” answer.

The program is led by several OHS educators: English instructor Amanda Wicklund, social studies teacher Nate Demulling, math teacher Ann-Marie Campeau and art instructor Peg Medcraft.

“In today’s career world, we need innovative thinkers who have a

drive to solve complex problems,” Medcraft wrote in a letter to parents about the program. “Forward-thinking companies know the value of encouraging workers to pursue personally meaningful projects as they exercise their critical thinking skills and create

Owners of existing small businesses will learn how to level up in a workshop series being offered by a partnership of area organizations.

The Osceola Main Street Program/Chamber of Commerce and Polk County Economic Development Corporation in collaboration with U W Extension, Small Business Development Center and SCORE, have teamed up to launch “Simple Steps for Growing Your Business Small Business.”

“This five session series kicking off Jan. 9 at the recently opened Discovery Center in Osceola will provide our small businesses tools and resources that will enable them to increase their profitability and level of success,” said Germaine Ross, Osceola Chamber and Mainstreet program director.

The workshops will cover managing your time and people resources, marketing your business, growing sales, financial management, managing operations and strategic planning/goals setting. “Our goal is to help our community grow through helping small-business owners grow and expand their business,” added Vince Netherland, executive director of the Polk County Economic Development Corporation.

The workshops will be held every Wednesday

SEE INNOVATORS, PAGE 12

SEE WORKSHOPS, PAGE 12

Thanksgiving, delivered to local residents

BY SUZANNE LINDGREN EDITOR@OSCEOLASUN.COM

This Thanksgiving, the top priority of a 2012 graduate of Osceola High School was giving others a reason to enjoy the holiday.

Devyn Roe organized donations and a crew of volunteers to prepare a free meal at the Dresser Community Hall. And they delivered meals to people who could not make the trip on their own.

Roe reached out to community members and local businesses for donations. Those who came

through: Bernick’s Beverage Supplier, 3 Arrows Coffee Company, Shear Image salon, Complete Automotive, Valley Sweets, Village Pizzeria, Colleen’s Cuts and Curls.

Inside the Dresser Hall, Roe and company hosted diners. The team also delivered more than 50 meals to people around Polk County, according to Megan DeNucci, who helped Roe with the effort.

“It’s very not often that you see someone this age who is more concerned about other people’s Thanksgiving than their own,” DeNucci said.

Devyn Roe and Chris Viebrock with meals ready to be delivered.

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County’s interim administrator announces exit

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Polk County’s interim administrator, Jeffrey F Fuge, has a announced p plans to r resign from h position his M March 8, 2 2019.

Fuge was Fuge f formerly the county’s lawyer, or corporation counsel, but has been acting as the county’s administrator since Dana Frey left the position March 1, 2018.

In an October letter to County Board Chair Dean Johansen and Deputy County Administrator Andrea Jerrick, Fuge wrote that after prayerful consideration and discussion with his family he had decided to return to private practice.

“Having provided legal services to Polk County for 20 years, it is time to move on and to continue the practice of law,” he wrote. “Making this decision has not been easy. The board and staff have made my service of 20 plus years quite memorable and rewarding.”

He noted that he had enjoyed the challenge of advising the board’s policy decisions as its legal counsel, and advising county staff as they turned the board’s directives into services for residents.

He also called his role as interim administrator rewarding.

“As administrator, engaging in and steering the collaborative process in pulling together both board and staff and working with the county’s partners, both private and public, have been similarly rewarding. I have been fortunate to implement, start and be part of

‘It is imperative that once the board defines and shapes the county’s mission that it leaves to staff to deliver those programs and services.’

Is it whooping cough or the flu?

As flu season approaches, the Polk County Health Department is pointing out the differences between flu and whooping cough.

In April of 2018 Polk County had a Pertussis (whooping cough) outbreak. This outbreak lasted through May. Approximately 100 people were tested but only 25 people were positive and treated.

One of the primary differences between the two diseases is that influenza (flu) is a virus and Pertussis (whooping cough) is a bacteria.

If you have the flu you may have: • High fever • Headache • Muscle aches and pains • Tired and weak • Dry cough that is usually not at night and lasts approximately 3-14 days.

• Coughing fits usually don’t happen.

If you have whooping cough you may have: • No or low fever • No headache • No muscle aches or pains • Some tiredness or weakness • Uncommon to have a sore throat.

• The cough is in fits and frequent at night.

• The cough may have a high pitched “whoop” that doesn’t get better with cough syrup. After 1-2 weeks the illness can cause swelling in the throat and it becomes hard to breathe. This is when you may hear the “whoop.”

• The cough can last up to 10 weeks • Babies might not have the “whoop,” but might have a pause in their breathing. If your baby has any trouble breathing he/she should be seen by a doctor.

• Treatment is with an antibiotic.

THREE WAYS TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM ILLNESS 1. Get a flu shot - Get a yearly flu shot. Get whooping cough shots as needed for your age. Although shots are not 100 percent protection they will lower the risk of getting sick and decrease how sick you feel if you do get sick.

2. Know the symptoms - It is important to know the symptoms of each illness and then use the medicine correctly. This will decrease the spread of the illness to others.

3. See your doctor - Your doctor will decide if tests are needed to figure out what is making you sick. Once the doctor knows what is making you sick, you may get medicine to make you well. You will be told to stay home until you have taken all of your medicine or are told by your doctor you don’t have these sicknesses.

Jeff Fuge Interim County Administrator several transformative initiatives in that brief tenure and it is my hope that such initiatives continue.”

The letter did offer a clue to the reason for Fuge’s resignation, hinting at tensions between the county board and staff.

“To be fair,” he wrote, “the board needs considerable steerage SEE FUGE, PAGE 12

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Osceola Elementary School students sampled zucchini and winter squash during the “Harvest of the Month” program sponsored by the Nutrition and Physical Activity Coalition of Polk United and Dick’s Fresh Marketof Osceola.

Students enjoy fruits of Harvest program In September and October, the Nutrition and Physical Activity Coalition of Polk United partnered with the Osceola Elementary School and Dick’s Fresh Market of Osceola to provide the second grade class with samples of produce. This was part of a “Harvest of the Month” pilot project that promoted fresh vegetables.

Students selected zucchini for

September and winter squash for October.

Chelsea O’Brien, the Osceola Medical Center’s dietitian and a member of the coalition, and Susan Mayer, director of Osceola Schools Food Service Department, prepared samples of the vegetables provided by Dick’s Fresh Market each month to more than 100 second graders at Osceola. Students

prepared recipes to try at school and home with their families.

Dick’s Fresh Market and the Coalition donated more than 100 acorn squash for second grade students to take home. The Nutrition and Physical Activity Coalition hopes to expand this project to more months and more school districts in Polk County in 2019.

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Amery woman dies in Highway 8 crash An Amery woman died in a collision on Highway 8 in Apple River Township, Thursday, Nov. 29, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

The county’s dispatch center began receiving calls at 5:22 p.m. reporting a motor vehicle crash on Highway 8 at the intersection of County Road H/110th Street.

Upon arrival, Deputies learned that Tori Isler, a 38-year-old woman from

rural Amery, had been driving a 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier on County Road H and was initially stopped at the stop sign, facing north, at the intersection of Highway 8.

At that time Kevin Bunker, a 54 year-old man from St Croix Falls, was traveling east on Highway 8 in a 2003 GMC Sierra Pickup Truck.

As Bunker’s vehicle approached the County Road H intersection, Isler

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began to pull out onto Highway 8 to make a left turn. Her vehicle pulled into the path of Bunker’s vehicle, and the front end of the GMC struck the center of the driver’s side door of Isler’s Cavalier.

Both vehicles traveled north and east, coming to rest a short distance from the area of impact.

First responders, upon their arrival, found Isler’s injuries had caused death. The driver of the

GMC suffered minor injuries.

Assisting with this crash were the Apple River Fire and First Responders, the Amery Area Ambulance Service, the Lakes Area Ambulance Service, and the Polk County Medical Examiner’s Office.

This matter will be further investigated by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

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MONTHLY RiverBucks program

“ The Zone” ~ Osceola Community Church Youth Group has been chosen as the December recipient of the RiverBucks program at MidwestOne Bank. All donations for RiverBucks fare support a different Osceola organization each month.

DECEMBER 4 Osceola High School band concert

The Osceola High School band concert will be at 7:30 p.m. in the Osceola High School Auditorium.

DECEMBER 5 Senior Citizens meet

The Osceola Senior Citizens Club will meet at noon at the Village Pizzeria in Dresser. Bring a $5 gift for bingo. For a ride call (715) 294-4566.

Event to discuss topics relevant to the social-emotional and physical well-being of adolescents

The School District of Osceola is offering a free event to educate caregivers and community members about topics relevant to the social-emotional and physical well-being of adolescents. It will be in the Osceola High School Auditorium from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

DECEMBER 6 SCRMC Love Light ceremony The SCRMC Volunteer Partnerswill have their annual Love Light Ceremony at 4p.m. in the St. Croix Regional Medical Center Atrium.

DECEMBER 7 Rick Gates retirement party A retirement party is planned for Rick Gates, Polk County Veterans Service Officer, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion Post 143 in St. Croix Falls.

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 518 280th St., Osceola.

Used book sale The Friends of the Osceola Library will be having a used book sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Discovery Center, lower level.

DECEMBER 9 Choir concert at Balsam Lutheran The St. Croix Valley Christian Community Choir will be performing at 3:30 p.m. at Balsam Lutheran Church in Amery.

Free will offering.

Service of Remembrance Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser will hold a brief Service of Remembrance and Hope at 4:30 p.m. The program will focus on remembering the blessings our loved ones brought to our lives and how they continue to live on within us. Light supper and fellowship to follow.

DECEMBER 10 Osceola Middle School band concert The Osceola Middle School band concert will be at 7 p.m. in the Osceola High School Auditorium.

DECEMBER 13 Osceola Middle School choir concert The Osceola Middle School choir concert will be at 7 p.m. at the Osceola High School Auditorium.

DECEMBER 14 Osceola Elementary School concert The Osceola Elementary School concert will be at 9:30 a.m. ant 1:30 p.m. in the Osceola Elementary School gymnasium.

DECEMBER 18 Osceola High School choir concert

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The Osceola High School choir concert will be at 7:30 p.m. at the Osceola High School Auditorium.

Community Homestead Holiday Craft Fair

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Community Homestead will be having their annual holiday craft fair from

Osceola Intermediate School concert The Osceola Intermedi-

ate School concert ill be at 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. in the Osceola Intermediate School gymnasium.

DECEMBER 21 Community Coffee

Wednesday

The Osceola Police Department is hosting Community Coffee at Caribou Coffee, inside Dick’s Fresh Market from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.

• Saint Croix Falls Rotary Club meets at the Riverbend Room of the Saint Croix Valley Medical Center, noon. FFI: Warren White 715-483-3010 or website at http://scfrotary.org/ • Book club for adults at Osceola Public Library the fourth Wednesday of the month. Books available at the library. FFI: Anne Miller, (715) 294-2310.

• Adult 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.

• Open Mic Night at PY’s Bar & Grill in Osceola, every third Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Bring your instrument and participate in an open jam or feature your own music. Call (715) 294-3314 for more details.

DECEMBER 28 Community Coffee The Osceola Police Department is hosting Community Coffee at Caribou Coffee, inside Dick’s Fresh Market from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.

ONGOING Monday • The Dresser & St. Croix Falls Area VFW Post #4186 meets the third Monday of every month at 2 p.m. at the Dresser VFW Hall.

• 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.

• Read & Review Book Group meets the last Monday of the month at Dresser Library, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

• The Voices of the Valley meets every Monday at 6:30 p.m. at the ArtBarn in Osceola. This group is for adults with special needs who enjoy singing. FFI: (715) 494-0385.

• The St. Croix Valley Camera Club meets the third Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Chisago County Government Center in Center City. Photographers of all interests and abilities are welcome.

Tuesday • Storytime every Tuesday at Osceola Public Library, 10:30 a.m.

• St. Croix Valley MOPS Moms group meets the first and third Tuesday at New Life Christian Community in Dresser. Morning and evening meetings. FFI: stcroixvalleymops@gmail. com.

• Tot-Time at Peace Lutheran Church, Dresser, first and third Tuesday at

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Thursday • Osceola Greeting Card group meets the first Thursday of each month, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the Senior Center at the Osceola Discovery Center.

Saturday • Friends of the Osceola Library will meet on the second Saturday at the new library at 10 a.m. (715) 294-2657.

• Osceola Running Club meets at Mill Pond Park in downtown Osceola at 7 a.m. Saturdays. Anyone interested in running for fitness and fun is welcome.

The “Lap around Osceola” is a “no drop” jog of about 3 miles. FFI: go to www. runosceola.org, text or call Paul Smith at (715) 4106047.

MEETINGS THIS WEEK

WEDNESDAY • Osceola TOPS meets at Trinity Lutheran Church. Weigh-in, 7-8:20 a.m., meeting, 8:30-9:30.

FFI: 715-755-3123.

• Lego Lab, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Dresser Library.

• Non-denominational men’s prayer breakfast, 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Osceola Community Church, (651) 329-9535.

THURSDAY • Free Baby & Me classes from 5 to 6 p.m. at Osceola Medical Center.

To register, (715) 6844440.

• Dual Recovery Anonymous, 7:15 p.m. at the St. Croix Falls Alano.

FFI: (715) 755-3639.

• AA meets at Trinity Lutheran Church, Osceola at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church, Dresser.

• Family Game Night at Dresser Library, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

• GriefShare, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the New Life Christian Community, Dresser. FFI: (715) 5571431.

FRIDAY • AA meets at Trinity Lutheran Church, Osceola at 7 p.m. Topic meeting.

SATURDAY

meets at Hope E. Free Church, Osceola. Weighin, 7:30 a.m. Meeting, 8:15 a.m. FFI: Kim, 715417-0683.

MONDAY

• The Indianhead Barbershop Chorus meets at 7:30 p.m. in the government building in Balsam Lake. FFI: 715-483-9202.

• Divorce Care Support Group, Grace Church of Osceola, 6:30 p.m.

• AA meets at Trinity Lutheran Church in Osceola at 7 p.m. and Osceola United Methodist Church at 7 p.m.

• Preschool storytime, St. Croix Falls Public Library, 10:30 a.m.

• Little’s Storytime at Dresser Library, 10:30 a.m.

• Osceola Seniors Duplicate Bridge meets from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Senior Center in the Osceola Discovery Center. FFI: Jeff, (715) 781-6080.

TUESDAY

• AA for women at Trinity Lutheran Church in Osceola, 7 p.m.

• Seniors on the Go, 12:30-4 p.m. in the Senior Center at the new Discovery Center in Osceola.

• Storytime, Osceola Public Library, 10:30 a.m. FFI: 715-294-2310.

• Weight Watchers

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.

Emmett is a cute wire-haired Terrier-Chihuahua Mix. He is one of four fearful, male Chihuahua mix pups available for adoption at Arnell Humane Society. Emmett, Radar, Echo and Duncan came from a hoarding house where they did not receive proper socialization. The result is that they are fearful of new people and surroundings.

They are all cute as can be, but will require special homes. If you are a special someone who ho has love and plenty of patience to give, consider making a difference in the lives of one of our Fearful Four.

Adopting a dog that has lost confidence is a challenge. It’s an incredible, compassionate, and rewarding thing to do; it’s also not easy. A scared dog being welcomed into a family is a huge occasion, but their troubles won’t stop at getting adopted. There are a number of things to consider before you take on the challenge of a fearful pup.

Not every house is the right fit for a fearful dog. A scared dog needs somewhere they can slowly learn to come out of their shell.

If your house is full of kids who like to run and play, has other rambunctious pets, or if you like to host loud parties, bringing a nervous dog into that environment is not what’s best for them. A home with a gentle, engaging canine friend may help them understand and learn how to interact.

They value personal space. Your dog will need time to adjust, and they’ll need a space all to themselves where they can decompress.

They’re scared for a reason. They could have been abused or

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neglected, or a traumatizing event could have shaken their confidence. For many dogs, as in the case of our Fearful Four, the issue is a lack of socialization.

“Tough love” will make things worse. You can’t force your dog to get over their fears. You also can’t expect to bond with them if you’re on their list of things they’re terrified of.

Training methods that revolve around punishment are especially damaging to fearful dogs. That reinforces their thinking that the world is a scary place. The method of pushing your dog to face their fears will only make things worse.

Fearful dogs like learning new skills…slowly. Your dog being scared isn’t an excuse not to train them. Training will help them improve their confidence and feel more secure in the world. It will take time and patience, but it’s something they need you to do. Learning to live in a world where everything is loud and scary will take time.

Depending on your dog’s level of fear, it could be weeks or months before they’re able to leave the house with confidence.

With all of the challenges, adopting a fearful dog and watching them gradually transform, is one of the most rewarding things you’ll ever do. With each small victory, you’ll know you’re making a real difference in their life. Helping them live a happy and fully enriched life will be an incredible feeling. Your dog will be your devoted best friend, and all the difficult and challenging situations will be worth it.

Meet our Fearful Four at the shelter. Each pup deserves a home where they will thrive and grow. Applications are being taken for consideration. We are looking for the very best outcome for each one. We would be thrilled if that home was yours.

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Chinese researcher rocked the world last week when he announced that he had successfully edited the DNA of twin girls born this month.

The Associated Press reported that He Jiankui claims to have edited the genetic makeup of the girls to make them immune from HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. The news report says that the type of gene editing performed is banned in the United States because the DNA changes can pass to future generations and it risks harming other genes. Jiankui did Publisher the work in China, and said he altered embryos for seven couples Tom Stangl during fertility treatments, with one pregnancy resulting thus far.

Jiankui announced his work to reporters and organizers for an international conference on gene editing and did not publish his work in a scientific journal where it could be checked by other experts in the field.

If he did in fact accomplish this feat, it is now time for society to decide what comes next.

That’s where the discussion becomes more difficult.

“I feel a strong responsibility that it’s not just to make a first, but also make it an example,” He told the AP. “Society will decide what to do next” in terms of allowing or forbidding such science.

Scientists in the field are divided. Some feel the actions amount to “an experiment on human beings that is not morally or ethically defensible,” while others believe protecting infants from HIV is a noble pursuit.

In recent years scientists have discovered a relatively easy way to edit genes, the strands of DNA that govern the body. The tool, called CRISPR-cas9, makes it possible to operate on DNA to supply a needed gene or disable one that’s causing problems.

It’s only recently been tried in adults to treat deadly diseases, and the changes are confined to that person. Editing sperm, eggs or embryos is different — the changes can be inherited. In the U.S., it’s not allowed except for lab research. China outlaws human cloning but not specifically gene editing.

The Chinese researcher said he practiced editing mice, monkey and human embryos in the lab for several years and has applied for patents on his methods. Fathers in the study had HIV, the mothers did not. Jiankui’s appeal was to offer couples affected by HIV a chance to have a child who might be protected from a similar fate.

Phrases like opening Pandora’s box come to mind whenever I read these types of stories. I am excited to have human suffering eased, but I cannot help wondering if the medicine is worse than the disease. If we can somehow perfect this technology, who decides which flaws are corrected? Who decides what is a flaw? Who ensures the genetic arbiters are doing the right thing?

I know the same arguments happened when Dolly, the first cloned animal, was created. We had a similar discussion when Louise Joy Brown, the first child conceived by in vitro fertilization, was born 40 years ago.

I believe this accomplishment is another step on the slippery slope to a master race and we need to slow down and discuss where we go from here, before we won’t be able to have the discussion.

Because we can do a thing doesn’t necessarily mean we should do it.

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.

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The wisdom of doing nothing at all

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lmost everything, it seems, is a little harder to do in winter. There’s the bundling up before going outside. The shoveling, plowing and blowing of snow before anyone goes anywhere.

There’s the chore of being cold itself.

Alternatively, you might find yourself sweltering because you put on two sweaters and a hat to stop the shivering and later found yourself somewhere heated to summertime temperatures.

There’s the work of unbundling at the door. The changing of socks that got wet from the melted snow as you took off your boots. And Editor the inevitable Suzanne Lindgren search for missing slippers, which should have been left near the door in the first place so you wouldn’t have stepped in the snow.

Beyond all these inconveniences, though, is something deeper: energy levels that go down with the 4:25 sunset.

Each evening I have ambitions to do one thing or another after we get Strummer to bed. But baskets of clean laundry accumulate on the dining room table, my personal email account goes unchecked and the handmade Christmas presents un-started as I fall asleep by my toddler’s side.

As much as I’d love to stay up until midnight checking things off my to-do list, I have realized some-

thing. Slowing down is part of the season. There’s something almost luxurious about sinking into the stillness and the dark, in taking time to reflect rather than always doing.

There’s no hype around it. No ads telling you to rest.

No Christmas comedies about the whole family going to bed early.

Nevertheless, something ancient in our bodies is telling us to sleep. Call it animal instinct. Call it circadian rhythm. The explanation matters less than the follow through. There is some wisdom in obeying the body’s command.

The results of listening aren’t necessarily magical, unless an improved ability to fend off illness qualifies.

Or the need for less caffeine.

Throw in an improved outlook on life (much appreciated when it’s dark by 5 p.m.) and a little extra rest is indeed beginning to sound magical, isn’t it?

Still, it is certainly difficult to risk disappointing anyone who thinks the laundry should have been folded, the Christmas presents wrapped, an email answered.

Maybe I’ll do it all, after all.

Tomorrow night.

Baskets of clean laundry accumulate, my personal email account goes unchecked and the handmade Christmas presents un-started as I fall asleep by my toddler’s side.

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Stirring things up

YEARS AGO

Woman shakes up Sunday service at First Baptist

There are countless adjectives to describe my hometown. Near the top of almost anyone’s list of Valley descriptions, including my own, would be “religious.”

Talk to any old-timer about memorable events at area churches, and a few notable memories rise to the top. In the 1930s, a female Pentecostal minister came through town Columnist as part of a “Holy Ghost Revival.”

Kevin Slimp The evangelist, it was told, dressed in a police uniform, sat in the saddle of a police motorcycle and blew the siren over and over. According to the story, the motorcycle engine made a deafening roar as she drove across the access ramp to the pulpit, slammed on the brakes, then raised a white gloved hand as she shouted, “Stop!

You’re speeding to Hell!”

More recently, most remember Todd Cecil’s visit to Lennox Valley in 1998. It was rare a celebrity made it to my hometown, but it happened twice in 1998 when both Cecil, a famous TV evangelist from Missouri, and singing sensation Tangi Blevins made appearances in our town.

In June of that same year, Rev. Sarah Hyden-Smith arrived, perhaps topping the all-time list of momentous events in the life of Valley churches. Let’s face it, those Methodists – with their reputation for peace and composure – sure know how to stir things up.

Theologians and historians refer to three main periods of “Great Awakening” in American religious history. The fi rst was ushered in by the great British evangelist George Whitefield, when he arrived in the

early 1700s to spread the gospel to America.

The second “Great Awakening” occurred in the fi rst half of the 19th century, resulting in several reform movements such as temperance, abolition, and women’s rights.

The third “Great Awakening,” which took place in the second half of the same century, was marked with the creation of several denominations still prevalent today, although they are not so prevalent in Lennox Valley.

As Clarence Southerland once wrote in a letter to the editor of Hometown News when rumor spread a non-denominational church might be coming to town, “We’ve got enough religion in the Valley. If you can’t fi nd what you’re looking for in the Baptist, Methodist, Lutheran, or Catholic church, then let me urge you to go to some other town to fi nd it.”

I would suggest America’s fourth “Great Awakening” took place in Lennox Valley in 1998. Between Todd Cecil, Sarah Hyden-Smith and the events on Reformation Sunday at First Baptist Church, a lot of what we had become accustomed to would be changed forever.

True enough, Baptists don’t usually celebrate Reformation Sunday. That’s normally reserved for the Lutherans among us. But as Juliette Stoughton rose from her seat upon hearing Brother Billy Joe Prather offer the invitation to come to the altar as the congregation began singing “Pass Me Not, O Gentle Savior,” some things would never be the same again.

It was often said Billy Joe’s smile was so bright, the reflection lit up the entrance to heaven. His smile was never more radiant than that morning, when he saw Juliette walking toward him down the

center aisle.

As the congregation sang the fi nal verse of the hymn, Billy Joe leaned into Juliette so she could hear him.

“Sister,” he said, clasping her hand in the right hand of Christian fellowship, “are you coming to be baptized?”

She could barely speak, “Umm. No.” Not deterred, Billy Joe continued.

“Are you coming to transfer your membership from another congregation?”

“No,” she muttered, “I’m not.”

“Then you’re coming to reaffi rm your faith?” asked Brother Billy Joe, beginning to run out of options.

“No, not that, either,” Juliette stuttered.

“Tell me, Sister,” Billy Joe asked as his smile dimmed just a little, “What can I do for you?”

Some say it was divine providence. Others call it a coincidence.

But at the very moment Juliette raised her voice so Billy Joe could hear her speak, the hymn concluded and silence came over the church.

“I want to sign up for the men’s breakfast and turkey shoot,” she shouted, not realizing everyone could hear her.

Iris Long had made the mistake of attending the Lutheran church that fateful morning, thinking Raymond Cooper was up to something newsworthy. Who knew the events at Lennox Valley Lutheran Church would soon be overshadowed by Juliette’s assault on one of the most hallowed annual events in our community?

For once, Brother Billy Joe was momentarily speechless.

Visit LennoxValley.com to learn more about the Good Folks of Lennox Valley.

TO THE EDITOR O lutefisk Dear Suzanne, I read your article about lutefisk last Christmas. A few days later I got a card from my second cousins in Norway with this poem enclosed.

E. Bleyle Osceola

O Lutefisk

By EC “Red” Stangland (May be sung to tune of “O Tannenbaum”)

O lutefisk, O lutefisk, How fragrant your aroma.

O lutefisk, O lutefisk, You put me in a coma.

You smell so strong. You look like glue.

You taste yust like an overshoe.

But lutefisk, come Saturday I tink I’ll eat you anyvay.

O lutefisk, O lutefisk, I put you by the doorvay.

I vanted you to ripen up yust like dey do in Norvay.

A dog came by and sprinkled you.

I hit him vid an army shoe.

O lutefisk, nov I suppose I’ll eat you as I hold my nose.

O lutefisk, O lutefisk, hov vell I do remember On Christmas eve hov ve’d receive Our big treat of December.

It vasn’t turkey or fried ham.

It vasnt’ event pickled spam.

My mutter knev dere vas no risk In serving buttered lutefisk.

O lutefisk, O lutefisk, nov everyone discovers Dat lutefisk and lefse makes Norvegians better lovers.

Nov all da vorld can have a ball.

You’re better dan dat yeritol.

O lutefisk vid brennevin You make me feel like Errol Flynn.

Wildlife killing contests Wildlife killing contests are pervasive throughout Wisconsin and most prevalent in the 3 months following the 9-day gun season. Many go undocumented and are advertised locally to their tavern patrons while keeping a low profile. These killing events are often promoted by offering cash/gun prizes in categories such as

largest/smallest/most; they target animals such as coyotes, fox, raccoons, crows and most recently bobcats.

Some of them break our state’s gaming laws by engaging in raffling and gaming activities without applying for licenses.

They are unregulated by our state agency with no monitoring whatsoever. Contrary to myths propagated by these SEE LETTERS, PAGE 6

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10 years ago December 10, 2008 • The Design and Painting classes at Osceola High School painted holiday winter scenes on windows at Osceola businesses.

• The New Richmond girls hockey team included Danielle Axtell from Osceola.

• Creation Station in Osceola was burglarized Dec. 2. No store merchandise was taken, only cash.

• Woody Minar was recently named Certified Flight Instructor of the Year by the Minneapolis Flight Standard District Office.

• Roger Allrich of Osceola caught a 15 pound 36 inch long northern on Nov. 29 near the Osceola Landing.

• Osceola Middle School students competed in the Wisconsin Thinking Cap Quiz Bowl.

Sixth graders were Amanda Becker, Gabe Feldt, Devon Hsiao, Karenna Boettcher, Sarah Elmer, Sophia Davies, Macey Terhell, Haley Anderson and Amber Pliscott. Seventh graders were Mckenzie Fortier, Emily Peck, Hannah Kautz, Spencer Morrison, Brooke Fennern, Brianna Brunclik, Taylor Turner, Olivia Calhoun, Holly Methvin, Mykayla Getschel, Bailey Ethier, Monica Paar, Kaylee Tracy and Sam Wolfe.

20 years ago Dec. 9, 1998 • The family of Reuben and Norma Johnson was honored at the annual Osceola Medical Center Love Lights ceremony.

• Peace Lutheran Church planned on having a live nativity at the Lindahl farm in Dresser.

• Katie Weinberg of Dresser competed in the Gatorade Punt, Pass and Kick state finals at Leambeau Field in Green Bay. • Valley Christian School was chosen by the Polk County Information Center as the school to decorate the Christmas tree

at the information center this year.

• A three-point shooting clinic put on by the Osceola Chieftains girls propelled them to a 46-40 conference opening win over St. Croix Falls on Friday.

• Osceola received 14 letters of interest from law enforcement professionals seeking information about the community’s police chief opening.

• Osceola High School students of the quarter were Vicky Cain, Mark Schmidt, Charlie Beck, Marc Beckmann, Joe Verhasselt, Laura Steege, Shelby Peterson, Andy Bader, Miranda Clark, Jake Beck, Theresa Steffen, Dan Strobach, Eric Randall, Pat Johnson, Steve Kromrey, Brett Neumann and Amber Johnson.

30 years ago Dec. 7, 1988 • Honors choir members from Osceola High School who performed at the annual choral Christmas festival in Luck were Tanya Everson, Tony Rossi, Amy Wallander, Dan Steffen, Tiffany Nelson, Chad Monson, Dawn Cochrane and Cyrus Bains.

• Pam Drinkwine of Osceola received a bachelor of science degree with majors in psychology and sociology. She also received Senior Special Academic Honors.

• Wayne Tomfohrde was presented with an Honorary American Farmer Degree at the National FFA convention in Kansas City, Mo. • Margaret Bader was named the new Osceola ambulance service director.

• Scott Demulling of Osceola, a student in the mechanical design program at WITC-Rice Lake, was elected vice president of the Student Senate.

• Osceola and St. Croix Falls boys basketball went into overtime and Todd Anderson for St. Croix Falls scored some crucial free throws to help St. Croix Falls win, 54-51.

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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/

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Building our workforce

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iring and retaining quality employees has become a top issue for many Polk County employers. The challenge is that there are too few qualified candidates to fill the open positions. This is compounded by the fact that slightly more of our “working age” people are moving out of Polk County than moving in.

There are efforts to offset this negative net-migration.

Columnist For starters, an effort to build Vince Netherland a “pipeline” of from our Executive Director talent local schools is underway. Programs like Youth Apprenticeship and Inspire/Career Cruising are programs aimed at helping young people find good job opportunities near home.

Another way to meet our talent needs is to invest in current employees with training, development and advancement opportunities such that employees want to stay with their current employer.

A third approach is to recruit from outside the county. Entice workers with our natural resources and recreational activities. We can also boast about our low cost-of-living, short commutes and great schools.

Another strategy currently evolving is for employers to adapt their policies and operating procedures to meet the goals and priorities of young job seekers.

The new generation of workers, often labeled “millennials,” are bursting onto the scene, wanting to take their place in our society and economy. These millennials are in some ways different than previous generations. Things they may prioritize include a more flexible work environment along with a culture where they are valued … both as an employee and as a person. They want the opportunity to do good beyond their jobs and participate in their communities and on worthwhile projects.

Despite all the talk about the “new generation” being different, several of their desires and priorities seem very familiar: job stability, growth opportunities and a competitive salary. The differences may not be with them, as much as it is with our changing technology and media-focused culture.

The ease of communication via the iPhone and computer means that the flexibility to do work at home or other places is a much more realistic possibility versus 15 years ago. Conversely, because technology has created an overabundance of people glued to their computer screens, providing opportunities to interact and mingle face-to-face with others is an important benefit to consider.

Of course, there are many other things that young job-seekers will find appealing. The key is for employers to tap into those desires and interests and be flexible in how they recognize and reward employees while maintaining the goals of the business or organization. With a little creativity…along with the many advantages of Polk County…we can keep many of our young people and recruit some talented people such that our communities continue to thrive.

Vince Netherland is executive director of the Polk County Economic Development Corporation, a public-private organization created to encourage economic development, enhance the tax base and facilitate positive sustainable growth throughout Polk County.

ST. CROIX VALLEY SENIOR CENTER

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e were very busy at the center Saturday during Rivertown day, serving chili or wild rice soup along with hot dogs and treats. A lot of folks stopped by to see Santa and check out the bake sale too.

Hope you were able to make it downtown.

There will be a Columnist free dinner at the center, furnished Pat Willits by the Good Sam H lk on Sunday, Dec. Home C Care F Folks 9, starting at noon and serving until 2 p.m. Please stop by the senior center on Tuesday afternoon, Thursday from 4 till 9 p.m. or Sunday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to sign up

for the free dinner. If you can’t do that, please call the center during these times and ask them to sign you up. If the only reason you can’t come is because you have no transportation, please let us know and we will do our best to get you a nice reliable ride.

We are on our usual schedule this coming week: Thursday at 4:30 they play a little cribbage, 6:30 p.m. 500 cards, treats, etc. Bring a friend or two to play cribbage and stay for 500 Sunday at 12:30 p.m. we have pot luck dinner and 500 cards at 1 p.m. or so. Every Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. hand and foot cards and 500 cards are played.

Always room for more players, so come on down. We have a great puzzle going too.

Bridge is played on Friday mornings and Mahjong is played

on Wednesdays, they always want new folks to join them too. So call or stop by for information.

You can rent the center for a private party or event; call Joyce at 715-483-3466.

Sunday Nov.18 500 winners: Roger Greely, Stuart Smith and Cathy Smith. Nine bid: Roger Greely and Stuart Smith.

Tuesday Nov. 27 500 winners: Jan Johnson and Ray Nelson. Hand and Foot Bill McGrorty Thursday Nov. 29 500 winners: Elroy Petzel, David Thelen, and Bruce Medchill. 9Bid: BrenNel Ward and David Thelen.

The Valley Senior Center is located downtown St. Croix Falls at 140 N. Washington. Phone: 715483-1901.

LETTERS: Wildlife killing contests unethical; County risks trail pay FROM PAGE 5

contestants, predators play a key role in healthy ecosystems and these killing contests serve no ecological or wildlife management purpose. Contestants claim coyotes are “taking over” when in fact science shows that killing them increases reproduction among their families. These contests are often sponsored by gunmakers of high-powered weapons/equipment such as AR-15s. Coyotes are oftentimes gutshot running excessively, in pain, until they die. The contests start out on public lands but those using hound dogs chase animals across private property jeopardizing public safety: People take risks when competing. In the end, the dead are piled up in the parking lots and thrown in the dump

once the contest is over. It has to be one of, if not the most unethical shameful activity in our state. Please alert your local officials/legislators to your disgust at this heinous pastime and lets relegate it to the ash heap of history.

Melanie Weberg Town of Alden

Polk County’s trail research Polk County did, in fact, research allowing ATVs on the Stower Seven Lakes Trail, and both County Planner Tim Anderson and Trail Official Jeremy Koslowski told Supervisors that the Federal Grant used to develop the trail prohibited ATVs “in perpetuity.”

In an email to Corporate Counsel Jeff Fuge in 2017, even Wisconsin Snowmobile attorney Timm Speershneider

acknowledges that the Stower Trail was funded with monies that do not allow ATVs. Ever.

And Cameron Bump, Regional WDNR Trails Coordinator forwarded Tanya Iverson’s WisDOT contact information expressly so Polk County could understand that ATVs are a “no go” on Stower.

So, Polk County staff, its Corporate Counsel, WDNR staff, WisDOT staff, as well as leadership at the ATV-Snowmobile Club of Polk County were all well-informed that ATVs could never ride on the Stower Trail before the October 16th County Board Meeting, when Supervisors voted to violate Federal Law. Supervisors also violated Wisconsin’s Open Meeting Law that night, and attempted collective fiscal suicide by dragging every taxpayer in Polk County to their

own private Jonestown — forcing us to repay at least $600,000 in Federal monies out of the General Fund.

ATVs will never ride legally on the Stower Seven Lakes Trail. As for snowmobiles, Polk County needs to show taxpayers how much expense is involved, then whether this can be done safely, given that pedestrians and adjacent landowners have first consideration according to the Transportation Enhancement award, Sub Unit #214, Federal ARRA #8408-000070 — happily signed

by Polk County Parks Director Debbie Peterson in 2009.

Will Supervisors listen? Do they even care?

Or, do they force Polk County taxpayers to haul them to court and have a judge do it?

Peter F. Henry Amery

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STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS uated (cum laude) from Carthage College with a Bachelor of Arts degree.

CARTHAGE COLLEGE Kylee Pederson of Osceola recently grad-

BIRTHS OSCEOLA MEDICAL CENTER Osceola, Wisconsin Nov. 18, 2018: A girl, Ida Jane Schwanke, weighing 7 pounds 11 ounces, to Caitlin and Ethan

Schwanke, Osceola.

Nov. 19, 2018: A boy, Ellison Clifford McCurdy, weighing 8 pounds 5 ounces, to Bethany and Tryn McCurdy, St. Croix Falls.

Bloodmobile in Osceola Many people want to give back to the community, but may not have a lot of time to volunteer. The American Red Cross reminds eligible individuals that in only about an hour, volunteer blood donors can help save lives and feel instant gratification.

Blood is a perishable product that can only come from generous volunteers. By donating blood, individuals can make a difference in the lives of patients in their community and throughout the nation.

Upcoming blood donation opportunities: Dec. 18, 2018. from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Osceola Medical Center How to donate blood Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor app, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients.

A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in.

Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

About the American Red Cross The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. For more information, please visit redcross. org or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.

Referendum planning underway

BY MARA MARTINSON CONTRIBUTING WRITER

In planning its return to taxpayers with a request for increased funding, the Osceola School District aims to place an emphasis on answering questions.

According to school board director Brooke Kulzer, who reported on a Nov. 28 District Planning Committee meeting, Superintendent Mark Luebker, business manager Jenny Frank and Debby Brunett of Baird Financial are taking a close look at what referendum planning will look like in the district, leaving an open forum for the public to

ask questions.

At last week’s regular school board meeting, board president Craig Brunclik recognized Frank and Luebker for their work in researching and planning for the upcoming referendum.

Next, the board turned their attention to referendum support options and the election schedule for April 2019. Rosanne Anderson, treasurer, highlighted a Nov. 20 presentation by Luebker detailing referendum support available from Baird Financial and Kraus/ Anderson. Luebker and Frank presented multiple Baird Model projections, and after reviewing and discussing all scenarios,

chose an option.

Other business • Going forward, Brooke Kulzer will be the 2019 WASB delegate and Craig Brunclik will be the alternative delegate.

• The next committee meeting is set for Wednesday, Dec. 12, at 5 p.m. in the District Boardroom.

• The next District Planning Committee meeting will be held Wednesday Dec. 19, at 4:30 p.m. in the OIS Media Room.

The next regular Board Meeting will be Wednesday Dec. 12, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the District Boardroom.

2019 state trail passes a well-timed holiday gift

BY WILLIAM JOHNSON CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Looking for that last-minute gift for the bicycle riders, skiers or equestrian enthusiasts on your list?

2019 State Annual Passes are available for holiday shopping at the Polk County Information Center in St. Croix Falls, and in Amery at the Farm Table, Ellie’s Ice Cream, Amery City Hall, and from the Friends of the Stower 7 Lakes Trail.

State Trail Passes are required in Polk County for bikers on the Gandy Dancer Trail, bikers and skiers on the Stower 7 Lakes Trail, and riders on the Trade River Horse Trail in the Town of Sterling, 16 years of age and older.

An annual State Pass opens up the whole network of Wisconsin

State Trails that require passes.

Annual passes are priced at $25 and are good for calendar year 2018.

Trail pass sales generated just under $10,000 in 2018 for Polk County that is used for trail maintenance and that helps offset the tax levy to lower your taxes. So, if you are planning to use any of the Wisconsin State Recreation trails in 2019 that require passes, it pays to buy your pass at home in Polk County.

Polk County has two bike trails, one Nordic ski trail and an equestrian trail that require a State Pass.

The Gandy Dancer Trail has been in operation since 1996 and is a 47 mile long, limestone surfaced trail that stretches from St. Croix Falls to Danbury. It is operated by agreement with the

DNR as a non-motorized trail in the summer and a snowmobile trail in the winter.

Wisconsin’s newest State Trail, the Stower 7 Lakes Trail, is a 14 mile, limestone surfaced trail running from Amery to just outside Dresser. It is a non-motorized trail year around, offering biking, birding, and hiking in the summer, and x-country skiing, fat biking and snowshoeing in the winter.

Passes for the holiday season are also available at the Polk County Parks Buildings, and Solid Waste office in Balsam Lake.

For more information call 800222-POLK, www.polkcountytourism.com or 715-485-9294 — Submitted by the Polk County Tourism and Promotion Council

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.

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EUREKA BAPTIST CHURCH 2393 210th Ave., St. Croix Falls Pastor Seth Brickley 715-483-9464 SUNDAY: Worship Service 10 a.m.

———————— FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 661A West Street Taylors Falls, MN 55084 651-465-6792 www.firstbaptisttaylorsfalls.com Dr. Kevin Schumann, Pastor SUNDAY: Worship 10.15 a.m.

———————— FIRST EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN 561 Chestnut St. Taylors Falls, Minn.

SUNDAY: Worship 9 a.m.

———————— FIRST PRESBYTERIAN 719 Nevada St. St. Croix Falls Pastor Barbara Anne Keely 715-483-3550 (office) SUNDAY: Church Service 11 a.m.

———————— GRACE CHURCH – OSCEOLA Pastor Mark Barlow Amy Germain, Day Care 722 Seminole Ave. Osceola info@gracechurchosceola.com 715-417-0752 Day Care: 715-294-4222 SUNDAY: Worship Service, 9:00 a.m.

———————— GRACE BEREAN FELLOWSHIP 421 4th Street, Centuria Duane Gallentine, Pastor 715-755-2523 FRIDAY and SUNDAY KJV Bible Study/Fellowship ———————— GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Nye Area/Wisconsin Synod 2098 70th Avenue Pastor Nile Merseth 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.

———————— JOURNEY CHURCH 131 Broadway, Amery www.fbcamery.org churchoffice@fbcamery.org 715-268-2223 SUNDAY: Worship Service 9 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.osceolacommunitychurch.org

SUNDAY W SUNDAY: Worship hi 9 and d 10 10:45 45 a.m.

———————— OSCEOLA MEDICAL CENTER SPIRITUAL CARE 2600 65th Avenue, Osceola https: myomc.org/wellness/ spiritual-care 715-294-2111 Chapel open daily for meditation.

———————— OSCEOLA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 306 River Street, Osceola P.O. Box 447 Pastor Jack Starr 715-755-2275 osceolaunitedmethodistchurch@gmail.com SUNDAY: Worship 10 a.m.

Coffee Fellowship, 11 a.m.

———————— PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA), 2355 Clark Rd., Dresser 715-755-2515• plcdresser.org Pastor Melissa Carmack Pastor Dwaine Sutherland Find us on Facebook! peace@centurytel.net SUNDAY: Summer Worship, 9:00 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 LIGHTHOUSE 1289 160th Street

St Croix C i Falls, F ll Wi i St. Wisconsin 715-483-5378 Pastor Jonah Fetzer SUNDAY: Worship 10 a.m.

———————— ST. ANNE PARISH 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 Ran Yoo Pastor Kooko Kim 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. John Drees SUNDAY: Mass 9:15 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

T l F ll Minnesota Mi t Taylors Falls, 651-465-7345 www.stjosephtaylorsfalls.org Fr. John Drees SATURDAY: 5:30 p.m. Vigil SUNDAY: Mass 7:30 and 11 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, 8 and 10:30 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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Patrick Bryant McKee

Vera Hope Wulf

Paula Gertrude Hermine Brown

Patrick McKee died Nov. 26, 2018, in St. Paul, Minn.

He was born February 28, 1953, in Norfolk, Va., to Thomas and Mabel McKee. His family moved to F Florida when he was nine y years old, and he lived in J Jacksonville until moving tto Gainesville for college at tthe University of Florida.

P Pat then moved to Minnessota to study theology at St. J John’s University in Colllegeville. He quickly adopte ed all things Minnesotan, iincluding Nordic skiing.

Pat met his wife Rita F Felling at the University of M Minnesota Newman Center w when he was completing his M MBA at Carlson and Rita was working as an RN in St. Paul. They celebrated their wedding reception at the Felling Family Farm and shared marriage, faith and adventure for 38 years.

Pat worked with churches and with many businesses providing management consulting, sales and systems engineering. He taught management at St. John’s University in Collegeville. He also taught at the Minnesota School of Business, St. Mary’s of Winona, and Unity High School. He coached his kids’ soccer teams and Rochester high school Nordic ski team. He skied many Birkebeiners and Vasaloppet races and did triathlons in the “off-season.” He taught Sunday school, confirmation, RCIA and many adult enrichment and faith formation classes.

Pat’s Eagle Scout heart was alive in the woods and in the mountains, and many McKee Family Road Trips brought the family to Colorado hiking trails, North Carolina mountain lakes, and many national parks in addition to the annual road trip to visit his family in Jacksonville.

Pat was a man of deep faith and integrity and a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was a proud brother and a friend who invited others into his love of Nordic skiing, Irish Fair and Interstate Park volunteering, wood chopping, and business ideas. He also inspired community through his work with Iraqi refugee families and members of the Dakota community.

Pat proudly called every time he renewed his driver’s license to say that he “checked the box” to be an organ, tissue and eye donor. He generously gave the gifts of tissue and eye donation, a legacy we all celebrate.

Left to honor Pat and celebrate his life are his wife Rita (Felling); children Patricia (SO Ben Franske), Katie (Matthew Webster) and Mark; grandchildren Isaac, Meg and Wendell; his brother Tommy; his sisters Judy and Cathy; his Fitzgerald cousins, and many nieces and nephews whom he loved and who laughed at his jokes.

Pat will be deeply missed.

Mass of Christian burial was Dec. 1 at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church, Balsam Lake. Arrangements with the Grandstrand Funeral Home in Osceola. Condolences may be expressed online at www. grandstrandfh.com.

“I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation. I will sing to the Lord, for He has been good to me.” Psalm 13:5-6 “Well done, good and faithful servant.” Matthew 25:23 Funeral information at https://www.grandstrandfh.com/.

Memorial gifts in honor of Pat can be made to: Minnesota DNR Future Forests Fund – https:// www.dnr.state.mn.us/grants/gifts/future_forests. html National Parks Foundation – https://www.nationalparks.org LifeSource Organ, Tissue and Eye Donation – https://www.life-source.org/contribute/charitable-contributions/make-a-gift/

Vera Hope (Cook) Wulf died peacefully at Westfields Hospital in New Richmond on Nov. 27, 2018. She was 91.

Vera was born Nov. 18, 11927 in Somerset. She grew u up in Deer Park area and a attended high school in N New Richmond. She lived ffor many years near Horse C Creek while raising a ffamily of seven kids before m moving to Osceola and later tto the Health Center in New R Richmond after dementia b began to challenge her llimits.

Vera worked many years ffor and with Rohn Engh in tthe photography business.

She enjoyed gardening, praying the rosary, as well as making rosaries and she especially loved babies and was a strong pro-life advocate. Vera was known as a Prayer Warrior by her friends and family. She did much volunteer work including working at her church, the Pregnancy Crisis Center, and she regularly visited sick and elderly persons throughout the Osceola community.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Lena Cook (Schiefelbein); former husband, Richard Wulf; daughter, Maureen Stock (Gary); son, Charles Wulf (Maggie); grandson, Shawn Woolley; siblings, Myrtle Fisher, Minnie Larson, Bernie Singerhouse, Lois Hinz, Jimmy Cook, Pete Cook and Jerry Cook.

Vera is survived by her children, Connie Glassford, Lawrence Wulf, Elizabeth Woolley, Thomas Wulf (Christi), Lorrie Thomas (Randy); siblings, Rita Haines, Gladys Knight, Jeanette Fletch and many grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

Vera loved life, she loved people and she especially loved our Lord, Jesus Christ. Mass of Christian Burial was Dec. 1, 2018 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in New Richmond.

Paula Gertrude Hermine Brown of East Farmington died at her home surrounded by family, on Nov. 29, 2018. She was 90.

Paula was born in Frankffurt, Germany, on Aug. 28, 11928.

Paula was married to C Calvin W. Brown, and spent 220 years of her life as an Air F Force wife, moving freq quently all over the US, and tto Germany and Turkey.

Teaching German was o one of Paula’s passions and sshe touched many lives as a an instructor employed by tthe Cooperative Education S Service Agency, Wisconssin Department of Public Instruction. She translated German documents and taught German courses for Community Ed. Gardening, bird watching, the love of animals, the thrill of finding the best bargains and making deals, were some of Paula’s joys. She thoroughly enjoyed talking to and visiting with people and this served her well in her Tupperware business which she managed for many years.

Paula was preceded in death by her parents, and one great-grandchild, McKaylynn Janice.

Paula is survived by her five daughters, Sue Brown, partner Jerry Brown of Bakersfield, Vt.; Jean Brown of New Richmond; Paula Brown of Independence, Mo.; Vera Brown of Mound, Minn.; and Jenny Balow and her spouse, Thomas of New Richmond; 11 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and her beloved cat, Bearle.

A Celebration of Life was held at the Grandstrand Funeral Home in Osceola on Dec. 4 with interment at Oakland Cemetery in New Richmond to follow in the Spring.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Osceola Historical Society, PO Box 342, Osceola WI 54020, where she was a long time member.

The family wishes heartfelt thanks to all the kind people who helped our mother in her later years.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.grandstrandfh.com

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Dorothy Leisch Dorothy Leisch died Nov. 30, 2018 at her home in Lindstrom, Minn. She was 87.

She was born Oct. 12, 1931, and was one of three c children born to Paul and L Lillian (Vitalis) Nelson in L Lindstrom Township.

She attended Lindstrom/ C Center City schools and a after high school attended B Bethesda Nursing School in S St. Paul, Minn., graduating iin 1952. She then worked a as an industrial nurse at T Toro Manufacturing and tthe Veteran’s Hospital in M Minneapolis. Prior to those p positions, she worked at L Ladd Memorial Hospital in Osceola. It was there that she met her husband of 63 years, Louis (Sonny) Leisch. They lived in Osceola, South Minneapolis, and New Brighton before moving to Lindstrom in 1970.

A major part of her life was spent giving back to her community. The Red Cross Blood Bank, Trinity Lutheran Church Council and Alter Guild, Balsam Lake Homeowners Association, and the Legion Auxiliary were the primary places she volunteered.

She was passionate about refinishing furniture, playing bridge, following sports, gardening/canning, and spending time at her beloved Balsam Lake. She endured many surgeries and remained diligent about rehabbing to continue an active, hardworking life.

She is survived by her husband (Louis Leisch); daughter, Carrie Leisch (Dave Ryan); son, Matt Leisch (Kim Moroni); grandchildren, Maxi, Dante, Michel, and Gianni Moroni; sister, Mary Schmitz (Dale); brother, Lee Nelson (Mary), and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

A Celebration of Life service will be at 11 a.m. Dec. 8 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lindstrom with visitation one hour prior to the service at church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society, Red Cross, or Ecumen Hospice are preferred. Condolences may be expressed online at www.grandstrandfh.com

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Tori Ann Isler Tori Ann Isler of Amery died unexpectedly Nov. 29, 2018. She was 38.

Tori was born Jan. 11, 1980, to Robert and Heidi ((Shervheim) Mendlik in St. P Paul, Minn. She attended a and graduated from Stillw water Area High School in 11998. On Sept. 4, 2010, she w was united in marriage tto Jason Isler and to this u union three children were b born.

Tori was a loving and p passionate wife and mother.

S She was very giving and a always willing to help those iin need. She enjoyed taking w walks in the forest with her family, reading, gardening, canning, shopping, celebrating holidays, caring for animals, and most of all spending time with her children. Tori was a light in our lives and touched everyone she met.

She was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Bennett; uncle, Jon Mendlik; two grandpas, Robert Mendlik Sr. and Lloyd Shervheim.

Tori is survived by her loving husband, Jason; three children, Milo (7), Eliza (5), Cora (3); her father, Robert “Bob” (Patti) Mendlik; her mother, Heidi (James) Hamilton, sister, Kami Mendlik; brothers, Robert (Beth) Mendlik, Matthew (Tricia) Mendlik; grandparents, Imogene Mendlik and Ruth Shervheim; one niece and six nephews.

Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m. Dec. 5 at Our Saviors Lutheran Church with Pastor Keith Ruehlow officiating. Visitation will be held from 4 -7 p.m. Dec. 4 at the Williamson-White Funeral Home, 222 Harriman Avenue North, Amery and for one hour prior to the services on Wednesday at the church. Interment will take place following the service at the Amery Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Tori Mendlik-Isler Memorial Fund at any Bremer Bank location.

To sign an online guest book and view a video tribute please visit www.williamsonwhite.com Arrangements were entrusted to the WilliamsonWhite Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 222 Harriman Amery, Wisconsin 54001.

DECEMBER 5, 2018

Polk County arrest report Reid Thomas Benfit, 26, Balsam Lake, was arrested November 22 for OWI (2nd).

Landyn Craig Swearingen, 22, Memphis, MO, was arrested November 22 for OWI (1st).

David Andrew Anderson, 36, Siren, was arrested November 25 for OWI (3rd).

Austin S. McKenzie, 34, Amery, was arrested November 19 for possession of methamphetamine.

Bruce S. Karr, 47, Manchester, KY, was arrested November 21 for no valid drivers license and OWI (2nd).

Holly Clara Romero, 31, North Branch, MN, was arrested November 19 for possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Jeremy Keith Naylor, 42, Frederic, was arrested November 20 for domestic disorderly conduct.

Joshua James Handrahan, 32, Amery, was arrested November 24 for disorderly conduct, misdemeanor bail jumping and felony bail jumping.

Amy H. Balsimo, 44, Amery, was arrested November 25 for disorderly conduct, resisting an officer and harassment of police and fire animals.

Bradley Rueben Rogers, 34, Luck, was arrested November 19 for a probation warrant.

Travis J. Nelson, 34, Centuria, was arrested November 19 for carrying a concealed weapon and obstructing an officer.

Mark E. Larson, 35, Milltown, was arrested November 25 for a probation warrant.

Polk County Circuit Court Appearance Date: November 6, 2018 Dawn C. Bastian, 20, Dresser, speeding on semiurban highway (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Michael F. Bertram, 28, Deerwood, MN, failure to yield right of way, $187.90.

Mary Aline Boe, 43, New Auburn, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Carissa Jo Bolton, 40, Forest Lake, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Tanner David Burch, 25, St. Croix Falls, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Blake L. Cone, 17, Amery, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Lucy A. Curtis, 16, Amery, failure to yield right of way, $175.30; operating motor vehicle by probationary licensee with unauthorized person in vehicle, $200.50.

Lucas John Flaherty, 16, Balsam Lake, non-registration of auto <10,000 lbs, $175.30.

Gabriel David German, 36, Somerset, speeding on city highway (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Kailea T. Gladis, 29, Prior Lake, MN, speeding on semiurban highway (1-10 mph), $115.30.

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47, Grantsburg, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Brandon L. Hart, 20, Amery, minor transporting intoxicants in motor vehicle, $263.50.

Noah Patrick Hedlund, 21, St. Croix Falls, failure to stop at stop sign, $175.30.

Jared Christopher Hoffman, 38, Menomonee, non registration of auto <10,000 lbs, $175.30; operating while suspended, $200.50; operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Nathan Lloyd Larson, 18, Burnsville, MN, exceeding speed zones (25-29 mph), $250.90.

Jennifer Lynne Leacock, 43, St. Croix Falls, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Randall Scott Lehmann, 53, Centuria, operating while revoked (forfeiture 4th), $389.50.

Autumn Rae Lowe, 16, Luck, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10.

Sherina Marie Mailand, 44, St. Croix Falls, operate motorcycle without valid license, $200.50; operating motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50; non-registration of auto <10,000 lbs, $175.30; failure to signal turn, $175.30.

Joshua Ryan Mccloud, 20, Amery, OWI (1st), $937.50; minor transporting intoxicants in motor vehicle, $263.50; failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10; non-registration of vehicle <10,000 lbs, $175.30.

Mark Robert Merk, 57, Clayton, operating motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

James Edward Mitchell, 66, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Dale Eugene Odell, 46, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Melissa Renee Pena, 39, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Hayden W. Peterson, 23, St. Croix Falls, failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10.

Justin John Price, 32, Lake Tomohawk, failure to keep vehicle under

control, $213.10.

Willie Charles Primer, 34, Dresser, operating while revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50.

Julie Joyce Reimer, 56, Osceola, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

John E. Salaba, 48, Baldwin, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

David Lee James, 38, Clear Lake, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Reece Allen Spexet, 19, Spooner, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Norman J. Swenson, 57, Luck, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Harvey J. Tallent, 21, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Dion Terell, 39, Coon Rapids, MN, operating while suspended, $200.50; non-registration of auto <10,000 lbs, $175.30.

Andrew Robert Tessier, 26, Gem Lake, MN, driving too fast for conditions, $213.10.

Austin James Thor, 26, Andover, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (25-29 mph), $250.90.

Julien Tillery-Lamarche, 17, Turtle Lake, speeding in 55 mph zone (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Marshall M. Vick, 22, Osceola, non-registration of auto <10,000 lbs, $175.30; operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Jacob Aaron Wicklund, 20, Amery, OWI (1st), $937.50; failure to keep vehicle under control, $213.10; operating while suspended, $200.50.

Polk County Circuit Court Appearance Date: November 13, 2018 Noah Benjamin Capann, 22, Centuria, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph0, $200.50.

Richard Todd Anderson, 61, Chisago City, MN, operating wile revoked (forfeiture 1st), $200.50.

Jesse L. Beverlin, 40, St. Croix Falls, operating with expired license, $162.70.

Natasha Mae Blankenship, 24, Webster, speeding in 55 mph zone (25-29 mph), $250.90.

Melinda Jane Bloom,

53, Edina, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Sean Robert Christiansen, 28, Amery, operating left of center line, $213.10.

Erick James Cossalter, 38, Lakeville, MN, unsafe cutting when passing, $232.

Michael James Curtis, 53, Amery, operating without proof of insurance, $10.

Nicholas Roy Gjerstad, 25, St. Croix Falls, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Sawyer Lucas Hageny, 20, Stone Lake, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Chloe Ann Hicks, 18, Luck, inattentive driving, $187.90.

Dylan Richard Hofer, 20, Siren, OWI (1st), $937.50; operating while suspended, $200.50.

Corey Ellen M. Isker, 36, New Richmond, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Mark Glen Jorgenson, 44, Amery, failure to yield right of way, $175.30.

Lakes Mechanical, Chisago City, MN, vehicle equipment violations - group 2, $200.50; violate regulations for unified carrier registration system, $200.50.

Lucas Dale Lerew, 38, Dresser, operate without valid license (1st), $200.50.

Nicholas P. McDonald, 21, River Falls, worthless check - public protection and safety, $263.50.

Aidan James Miers, 18, Stansfield, MN, place/ possess/transport loaded firearm in vehicle, $258.10.

Alexis Delores Murphy, 19, Amery, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Joshua J. Richardson, 38, Luck, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Jonathan G. Schuh, 39, St. Paul, MN, failure to notify police of accident, $389.50; inattentive driving, $187.90.

Nicholas Lawrence, 27, Clayton, speeding in 55 mph zone (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Donald E. Schwartz, 51, St. Paul, MN, speeding in 55 mph zone (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Nicholas Alan Strandmark, 29, Chisago City,

MN, fishing without a license, $232.90.

Tiffany Lynn Talbot, 35, Centuria, fraud on gas station, $358.

Trey Michael Tisdale, 17, Milltown, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Charles M. Torrance, 74, Balsam Lake, damage to natural resources, $244.25.

Joey A. Tucker, 30, St. Croix Falls, operating without proof of insurance, $10.

Menoka Renee Veldey, 50, Blaine, MN, failure to yield right of way, $175.30.

Barbara Jill Ward, 40, Osceola, speeding in 55 mph zone (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Cory R. Williams, 30, Balsam Lake, operating with PAC >=0.08, <0.15 (1st), $937.50.

Polk County Circuit Court Appearance Date: November 20, 2018 Bernard George Bielke, 69, Edina, MN, riding on boat decks/gunwales, $232.

Benjamin R. Broten, 19, Luck, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Damaris E. Campeau, 36, operate without valid license (1st), $200.50; non-registration of auto <10,000 lbs, $175.30.

Andrew Joseph Christner, 19, Cumberland, operating without insurance, $200.50.

Angela J. Demarre, 33, Webster, non-registration of auto <10,000 lbs, $175.30.

Antonio Vergara Flores, 31, Minneapolis, MN, operate without valid license (1st), $200.50.

Zacharia Jacob Foss, 22, Cumberland, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Randy Foster, issue of worthless checks, $235.

Contreras Hector Garcia, 20, Clear Lake, improper registration of other vehicle, $263.50; operate without valid license (1st), $200.50; operate without insurance, $200.50.

Theodore B. Glasby, 21, St. Croix Falls, operate without adequate muffler, $175.30.

Sara Maa Hillyer, 23, Onamia, MN, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

NOTICE OF RATE INCREASE FOR OSCEOLA MEDICAL CENTER 2600 65th Ave. â&#x20AC;˘ OSCEOLA, WI 54020 FISCAL YEAR 1/1/2019 TO 12/31/2019 REVENUE CODE CHARGE ELEMENT 111 112 170 401 401 450 722 723

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PREVIOUS RATE $1084 $837 $547 $309 $293 $444 $1870 $177

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Osceola Medical Center strives to provide quality and affordable care. The above increases are the minimum that are necessary in order to continue to provide the community with a modern facility, keep pace with the increasing costs of providing care, and to ensure that the medical center can be sustainable into the future.

Osceola Medical Center annual percentage increase in total patient revenue: 4.0% Effective date of increase: January 1, 2019 Amount of last increase in total patient revenue as of January 1, 2016 of 4.0% Wisconsin Hospital Average as reported in 2018: 4.22%

Jodie K. Hochhalter, 47, Balsam Lake, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Paula Kristine Holmquist, 57, Luck, operating while suspended, $200.50.

Brandon L. Hostrup, 18, Luck, failure to yield while making left turn (resulting in bodily harm), $389.50.

Annette Hynek, 52, Luck, OWI (1st), $937.50; operating motor vehicle without insurance, $200.50.

Donald P. Kromrey, 48, Balsam Lake, OU, $156.40.

Summer Rose Lee, 32, Frederic, disorderly conduct, $262.50.

John E. Meyer, 69, Siren, speeding on city highway (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Dahkota James Monson, 25, Clayton, operating motor vehicle without proof of insurance, $10.

Shuyler Jordain Mosay-Rainey, 21, Balsam Lake, operating without insurance, $200.50.

Roy M. Nelson, 57, Balsam Lake, failure to wear seatbelt, $18.00.

Amanda Carrie Nissen, 45, Dresser, exceeding speed zones (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Nina M. Northquest, 36, Grantsburg, operate without valid license (1st), $200.50.

Jaime L. Ostendorf, 41, Dresser, speeding on city highway (16-19 mph), $200.50.

Daniel C. Peterson, 65, Luck, failure to notify police of accident, $389.50.

Patrick Norris Peveto, 24, Turtle Lake, exceeding speed zones (20-24 mph), $225.70.

Steven Alan Pye, 50, Minnesota City, MN, speeding on city highway (11-15 mph), $175.30.

Christopher Jon Reinke, 54, Stillwater, MN, exceeding speed zones (1-10 mph), $175.30.

Ava Isabella Roe, 17, Amery, failure to yield right of way at stop sign, $175.30.

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Chieftain girls win two of three in first week of basketball

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Josh Schultz saw the first varsity action of his Chieftain career in home games against Hayward and Cameron.

Despite losing both games, Osceola showed great determination and will continue to improve as the newcomers gain experience.

Chieftain basketball team shows promise despite losses

The Osceola Chieftain girls basketball season got off to a fast start last week with three games on the schedule. Osceola won both of their home games, against Prairie farm and St. Croix Central and lost a road contest to a tough Prescott team. It looks like the Middle Border conference might be closely bunched as after just two conference games Prescott and New Richmond are the only undefeated teams. Osceola is at 1-1 in MBC play and is tied with five other teams in the third spot in the race.

Osceola opened their season with a non-conference win over the Prairie Farm Panthers.

The Chieftains showed great balance with four players in double figures and eight hitting the scoring column in a 62-43 decision. The Chieftains scored the first SEE OHS GBB, PAGE 14

Chieftain grapplers lose close contest vs. NR

BY RON JASPERSON SPORTS WRITER

BY RON JASPERSON SPORTS WRITER

The 2018-2019 Osceola boys basketball team lost its first two games of the season, both on the friendly confines of David Ruhsam floor in Osceola. Don’t let these losses fool you. Osceola showed some real promise despite the non-conference losses to Hayward and Cameron. Two major factors contributed to these losses. First, Osceola is not a physically big team and will battle that challenge every game. The second obstacle the Chieftains face is that they are very inexperienced. They will be solving that issue in every upcoming contest.

Osceola suffered their first loss of the season against the Hayward Hurricanes by a 59-44 score.

Despite the score the Chieftains were in the game for the most part, trailing just 25-19 at intermission. Hayward had just one more deuce than Osceola and outscored the Chieftains by one from the charity stripe.

The big difference in the game is that the Hurricanes burned the nets from behind the arc while Osceola struggled to net a long range bomb. Hayward connected on a half dozen treys as the Chieftains managed just two.

“Going into a new season with a completely new team, we were not really sure what to expect from our guys,” Osceola coach Jacob Meyer said. “I thought our guys played well in spurts during the game. After looking at the stats there were two stats that stood out to me that made the difference in the game, one of those stats being turnovers. We had 29 turnovers.

The second stat that made the difference for Hayward was that they hit six 3-point shots compared to our two.”

Trey Boissy, the only returning Chieftain with significant experience, had a solid night in the opener scoring 17 points. Josh Schultz, getting the first varsity action of his career, netted 10 points for Osceola.

“I thought our boys did a great job of battling and had numerous opportunities to crawl back into this game,” Meyer said. “I thought Josh Schultz had a great first varsity game. He had 10 points and nine rebounds. Trey Boissy did a great job of getting out

Despite losing a close match to the New Richmond Tigers the Osceola Chieftain wrestling team had a pretty good start to their 2018-2019 season.

First and foremost Osceola was able to fill all 14 weight classes as was the home standing Tigers.

The match did not seem like it was the first match of the season. Instead it seemed like a mid-season contest between a couple of quality teams. With the score tied 31 apiece after 12 matches New Richmond cemented the win with pins at the 182 and 195 weight classes.

“It was an exciting dual for the fans but one that I believe we should have come away with a win,” a disappointed Osceola coach Nate Demulling said. “It’s the beginning of the season though and New Richmond is a tough competitor. Bonus points decided the match and we definitely know what to work on in the upcoming week when we travel to Somerset and then the Barron Invite.”

New Richmond opened up a 6-0 lead with a pin in the 220 pound match.

Osceola bounced back with a Gabe Lowney 3-0 decision and Drew Wille-

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Sophomore Kaili Bradway drives to the hoop during Osceola’s win on opening night against Prairie Farm. The Chieftains won two of three games during the week.

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Logan Johnson works for a pin in his 170 match against New Richmond to tie the team score at 31. The Tigers won the last two matches to win the first dual meet of the season. man’s 12-0 major decision to take a 7-6 lead.

New Richmond recorded their second pin of the night at 113 pounds to regain a 12-7 lead but Osceola’s Tom Oswald earned a fall at 1:25 to put the Chieftains back on top 13-12. Osceola built their lead to 25-12 with pins by freshmen Chris Fugate (126 pounds) and Jacob Sedivy (132 pounds).

“There were some great individual performances but I think credit should be given to the two freshmen we had in the lineup, Chris Fugate

at 126 and Jacob Sedivy at 132,” Demulling said. “It’s tough being a freshman and wrestling varsity, especially in the first match of the year.

Chris earned a big pin for us and so did Jacob.

Sedivy’s match was the best of the night. He was taken down early in the first and it would’ve been easy to let those early points set the tone of the match. Instead, Jacob wrestled continuously and never stopped working. It led to him turning the tide in the second period and earn-

ing a pin in the third. It shows great composure and confidence.”

New Richmond came back with a major decision at 138 pounds, a decision at 145 and a fall at 152 to knot the team score at 25. The Tigers took the lead with a pin at 160 pounds but Osceola’s Logan Johnson knotted things up again with a pin at 170 pounds.

New Richmond earned third period pins in each of the final two matches to secure the team win.

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SCF wrestling team wins Cumberland duals

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Senior Isabella Gatten gets a shot off for 2 points in the Saints’ 64-28 win over St. Croix Central on Nov. 20.

Lady Saints win two non-conference basketball games against MBC

When and where: Nov. 27 at Ellsworth Outcome: St. Croix Falls 67, Ellsworth 51 Highlights: St. Croix Falls broke to a 20 point halftime lead at Ellsworth and defeated the Panthers by a final score of 67-51.

Olivia Miron led the SCF scoring with 21 points followed by Josey Kahl with 16 and Emily McCurdy with eight.

When and where: Nov. 29 at St. Croix Falls Outcome: St. Croix Falls 64, St. Croix Central 28 Highlights: It was all St. Croix Falls as the Saints flew to a 39-11 lead by intermission and settled for a 64-28 win. Miron led the scoring with 23 points followed by McCurdy with 15.

What this Means: St. Croix Falls is now 2-1 in non-conference play this season.

Upcoming: The Saints opened West Lakeland conference play on Dec. 4 when Siren came to town. On Dec. 6 St. Croix will host Chetek/Weyerhaeuser in a non-conference game.

When and where: November 30 at Cumberland tournament Outcome: St. Croix wrestled against four teams and won all four matches.

St. Croix Falls 49, River Falls 16 St. Croix Falls 51, Boyceville 18 St. Croix Falls 75, Hayward 6 St. Croix Falls 36, Baldwin-Woodville 26 Highlights: St. Croix Falls got their wrestling season off to a great start by defeating four schools at the Cumberland duals.

Going 4-0 for the tournament were Kole Marko, Bennett Bergmann, Josey Wilson, Kyle Zehm and Tanner Gaffey. Finishing at 3-1 for the day were Luke Theamert, Zack Clark, James Kemp and Cal Leahy.

Comments: “It was a nice start to the season as it is always good to go against bigger schools like River Falls and Baldwin-Woodville. The kids wrestled well for being early in the season.”

Looking forward: “We will next to travel to Eau Claire for a very tough tournament this Saturday. This is an individual tournament so we will see where some of our better kids stack up.”

Saints boys basketball opens with big win at Chetek/Weyerhaeuser When and where: Nov. 29 at Chetek/Weyerhaeuser Outcome: St. Croix Falls 66, Chetek/Weyerhaeuser 42 Highlights: St. Croix Falls rode the hot shooting of Declan Greenquist to a 56-42 win over the Chetek/Weyerhaeuser Bulldogs. Greenquist netted 18 first half points on his way to a game high 25. Greenquist dropped in a total of four treys and was fiveSEE SCF BBB, PAGE 14

Chasing ghosts

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unting late season rooster pheasants is more like chasing ghosts. You know they’re there.

You can see the large rooster tracks in the snow but all that flush are hens. Then, out of the corner of your eye, you see a couple of birds that broke out of cover unseen and out of range. As they disappear over the hilltop you see the long tail feathers rippling in the wind, cock pheasants waving good bye! That’s exactly what happened to my good friend, Dave Carlson, who last year was enshrined in the National Outdoor Writers Hall of Fame, his good friend and my new friend, Kevin Stelljes and his one year old British Lab Sherman, all from Eau Claire, who joined me at Wild River my home to roust roosters!

The day started out walking along Trails a picked corn field adjacent to woody cover, brush, cockle burrs and thick Jim Bennett weeds of every sort that act as a

prime holding area for fast flying pheasants. With Dave walking along the edge and Stelljes a few yards to Dave’s right, I followed up behind the gunners directing my old but still fantastic Springador, Teal, who at age 11 is slowing down a bit. Enjoying a good walk in perfect weather Sherman, who is built like a tank, and Teal got birdy and disappeared into the thick cover. A moment later a large rooster pheasant erupted from the brush and came flying back at us at tree top level.

Kevin had the best shot and his shotgun roared folding the rooster that fell to the ground in a heap just a few steps from Carlson. Teal burst from the thicket and had the dead bird in her soft mouth parading around a bit before delivering it to hand.

Sherman stayed in the thicket and after Teal joined him a second rooster ripped skyward at treetop level but this time farther away. This time I had the best shot but Ifailed to connect on the first shot but my SEE BENNETT, PAGE 15

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BOYS BASKETBALL Dec. 7 Osceola vs. New Richmond Dec. 11 Osceola at Unity; Cumberland at St. Croix Falls.

Dec. 14 Osceola at Prescott; St. Croix Falls at Unity.

Dec. 18 Amery at St. Croix Falls.

Dec. 20 Osceola vs. St. Croix Central; St. Croix Falls at Webster.

Dec. 28 Osceola at Rice Lake.

Dec. 29 Osceola at Rice Lake.

Jan. 3 St. Croix Falls at Somerset.

Jan. 4 Grantsburg at St. Croix Falls.

Jan. 8 Osceola at Amery; Grantsburg at St. Croix Falls.

Jan. 11 St. Croix Falls at Luck.

Jan. 15 Osceola vs. Baldwin/Woodville.

Jan. 18 Osceola at Ellsworth; St. Croix Falls at Siren.

Jan. 21 St. Croix Falls at Cameron.

Jan. 22 Osceola at Somerset.

Jan. 24 Baldwin-Woodville at St. Croix Falls.

Jan. 25 Unity at St. Croix Falls.

Jan. 28 Osceola vs. Barron.

Jan. 29 Osceola vs. Bloomer; St. Croix Falls at Ladysmith.

Feb. 1 Osceola at St. Croix Central; Webster at St. Croix Falls.

Feb. 5 Osceola vs. Prescott; St. Croix Falls at Frederic.

Feb. 7 Osceola vs. Amery.

Feb, 8 St. Croix Falls at Grantsburg.

Feb. 12 Osceola at Baldwin/Woodville; Barron at St. Croix Falls.

Feb. 15 Osceola vs. Ellsworth; Luck at St. Croix Falls.

Feb. 18 Osceola at St. Croix Falls.

Feb. 21 Osceola at New Richmond; Siren at St. Croix Falls.

Chieftain Boys Basketball Hayward at Osceola (unofficial) November 27, 2018 Hayward Individuals 2’s 3’s FTM FTA F TP Cox 3 0 0 1 3 6 Burger 4 0 3 4 1 11 Wessel 1 2 0 0 1 8 Dobbs 3 3 3 3 1 18 Boss 3 1 1 3 2 10 Tiffany 1 0 2 6 2 4 Chipan 0 0 0 0 3 0 Butler 1 0 0 1 2 2 Totals 16 6 9 18 15 59 Osceola Individuals 2’s 3’s FTMFTA F TP Hall 0 0 0 0 1 0 J Schultz 5 0 0 0 4 10 M Schultz 1 0 1 3 4 3 Mork 1 2 0 0 1 8 Boissy 6 0 5 6 5 17 Maxon 1 0 2 4 1 4 Krentz 1 0 0 0 3 2 Totals 15 2 8 13 19 44 Score by Halves 1 2 F HHS 25 34 59 OHS 19 25 44 Chieftain Boys Basketball Cameron at Osceola (unofficial) November 29, 2018 Cameron Individuals 2’s 3’s FTM FTA F TP Murphy 4 1 2 2 3 13 Davison 1 0 6 6 2 8 Salm 2 0 0 0 2 4 Klabunde 0 0 0 0 1 0 Gifford 6 0 4 6 0 16 Weis 3 2 2 4 3 14 Daniels 0 2 0 0 3 6 Buzek 0 0 0 0 1 0 Payne 2 0 0 0 3 4 Totals 18 5 14 18 18 65 Osceola Individuals 2’s 3’s FTMFTA F TP Hall 2 0 0 0 0 4 J Schultz 4 0 3 4 4 11 M Schultz 1 2 1 3 2 9 Mork 0 0 0 2 0 0 Boissy 3 0 1 4 4 7 Maxon 7 1 3 3 3 20 Krentz 1 0 0 0 2 2

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Saints Boys Basketball St. Croix Falls at Chetek/ Weyerhaeuser (unofficial) November 29, 2018 St. Croix Falls Individuals 2’s 3’s FTM FTA F TP Greenquist 4 4 5 5 1 25 LaMirande 0 2 0 4 3 6 VanBuskirk 1 0 0 0 3 2 Hoggatt 1 0 2 2 1 4 Mysicka 3 1 0 0 3 9 Lessman 0 0 0 0 2 0 Parks 0 3 1 2 4 10 Totals 9 10 8 13 17 56 Chetek/Weyerhaeuser Individuals 2’s 3’s FTMFTA F TP Herrmain 3 0 3 4 1 9 Hansen 2 3 5 12 4 18 Gilbertson 1 0 0 0 4 2 Paetehold 1 0 0 0 3 2 Paet 0 1 0 0 1 3 Miles 0 0 0 0 1 0 Bilodeau 3 0 2 2 1 8 Totals 10 4 10 18 15 42 Score by Halves 1 2 F SCFHS 31 25 56 CWHS 19 23 42 MBC Boys Basketball Standings December 1, 2018 Team Conf. Overall Prescott 0-0 1-0 Somerset 0-0 1-1 Amery 0-0 1-1 Baldwin-Woodville 0-0 1-1 St. Croix Central 0-0 0-0 New Richmond 0-0 0-0 Ellsworth 0-0 0-1 Osceola 0-0 0-2 Scores November 27 Hayward 59, Osceola 44 (non-conference) Baldwin-Woodville 56, Spooner 51 (non-conference) November 29 Cameron 65, Osceola 53 (non-conference) Amery 55, Grantsburg 50 (non-conference) Somerset 66, Unity 50 (non-conference) November 30 Barron 53, Amery 52 (non-conference) Durand 77, Baldwin-Woodville 57 (non-conference) Colfax 78, Ellsworth 60 (non-conference) Prescott 87, Glenwood City 49 (non-conference) December 1 Grantsburg 59, Somerset 36 (non-conference) West Lakeland Boys Basketball Standings December 1, 2018 Team Conf. Overall Luck 0-0 2-0 Webster 0-0 2-0 St. Croix Falls 0-0 1-0 Grantsburg 0-0 2-1 Siren 0-0 0-0 Unity 0-0 1-2 Frederic 0-0 0-2 Scores November 27 Webster 74, Cumberland 51 (non-conference) Turtle Lake 77, Frederic 53 (non-conference) Grantsburg 66, Glenwood City 53 (non-conference) Clear Lake 76, Unity 46 (non-conference) Luck 53, Drummond 37 (non-conference) November 29 St. Croix Falls 56, Chetek/Weyerhaeuser 42 (non-conference) Solon Springs 69, Frederic 51 (non-conference) Somerset 66, Unity 50 (non-conference) Amery 55, Grantsburg 50 (non-conference) November 30 Luck 59, Flambeau 55 (non-conference) Webster 83, Shell Lake 25(non-conference) December 1 Unity 71, Boyceville 29 (non-conference) Grantsburg 59, Somerset 36

GIRLS BASKETBALL Dec. 4 Siren at St. Croix Falls.

Dec. 6 Chetek-Weyerhaeuesr at St. Croix Falls.

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INNOVATORS: Why wait?

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exciting new products to improve life (and the bottom line).”

At 3M, Medcraft pointed out, workers are given 15 percent of their time to pursue personal projects. One result of this program? Post-it Notes, one of the company’s best-selling items.

At Google, engineers are given 20 percent release time and encouragement to pursue fresh ideas that will benefit the company.

One impressive result: Gmail.

The premise of the high school’s program, WHY WAIT, is simple: it provides students the opportunity to analyze and study a topic they are passionate about. The students then create projects that solve a problem related to their chosen topic.

“The value of deep-rooted motivation in learning cannot be overstated,” Wicklund said. “It’s amazing what kids can accomplish when they are asked to set the bar as high as they wish. The teachers are just here to help provide the support and encouragement they need along the way.”

WHY WAIT outcomes, expectations Spend time during Homeroom/WYN, or before school to work on it.

• Work alone or collaborate with a small group.

• Craft a project through brainstorming

and an interest inventory to achieve some sort of goal, or solve a problem related to the topic.

• Partner with a mentor/community member who is an expert in their field.

• Write a project proposal and pitch it to the rest of the group, including the purpose, audience, timeline and resources needed to complete the project.

• Reflect on the process each week on a personal blog using Google’s Blogger.

• Implement the research and project.

• Present the project and reflect on the process in a five-minute TEDstyle talk at the ArtBarn stage or OHS Auditorium. The TED Talks will take place at the end of March.

Projects in the works include • Create a student campus where students can go to relax before, during and after school.

• Host an event to educate the public about World Water Day. • Educate the public and the high school about autism.

• Paint an historical mural in downtown Osceola featuring landmarks in our town.

• Blog a video series focusing on healthy student eating.

• Craft a park bench entirely out of recycled materials.

WORKSHOPS: Simple steps for growing small businesses

UW-Extension plans workshops Polk County’s UW-Extension agriculture educator has planned upcoming programs in raising beef cattle and Beef Quality Assurance certification.

So you want to raise beef?

This program focuses on transitioning from dairy or including beef on a dairy operation. Session topics include facility and feed recommendations, marketing, selective breeding and costs.

When: Tuesday, Dec. 11, 10:15 a.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Where: Choose from the Ag Service and Education Centers in Altoona (227 1st Street) or Baldwin (1960 8th Avenue).

Details: Cost is $10. Register online https://goo.gl/forms/jqhfU9EyLKd2o8Tp1 or by calling

Eau Claire County UW-Extension 715-839-4712 or St. Croix County UW-Extension: 715-5311930.

BQA Certification Some large packers and processors have announced that effective Jan. 1, 2019, buyers representing them will only purchase from farms that are BQA or FARM Certified.

Most dairy farms are certified with their dairy processor; ask your dairy rep for document of proof of FARM Certification completion for use at the point of sale.

It is also believed that beginning in January 2020, additional processors may begin to require BQA or FARM Certification from their suppliers.

Beef producers created the voluntary Beef Quality Assurance Program in 1987 to assist each other in raising, feeding and

FUGE: Announces resignation FROM PAGE 1

to understand what it means to make policy, to set priorities and to determine service levels through allocation of budgetary resources.

I offer in that respect that there is much work to be done and that the board respectfully look to staff for guidance in understanding those concepts. For the county to go forward and to be responsive to the county’s ever-changing constituency, it is vital that the board engage in an operational planning process and to rely on staff assistance in doing so. It is imperative that once the board defines and shapes the county’s mission that it leaves to staff to deliver those programs and services prioritized by the board and at the service

levels set by the board through allocation of staff and other budgetary resources.”

The county will continue its search for a new administrator, aiming to have one in place by early February. Fuge announced that he would assist the county to the full extent possible in this search and transition. If the search continued beyond March 8, he wrote, Deputy Administrator Jerrick “is very capable in performing directly or through delegation the responsibilities of this necessary and important office.”

Fuge’s role as corporation counsel has, in effect, already been transferred to Malia Malone, who is currently acting as the county’s interim corporation counsel.

harvesting high quality beef.

By participating in BQA and adopting BQA production practices, farmers answer the call from the packers and consumers for safe beef raised in a humane manner.

When: Wednesday, Dec. 12 or Tuesday, Dec.18; 12:45 registration, program 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Where: Dec 12: Barron Co. Government Center (335 E. Monroe Ave, Barron; RSVP: UWEX Barron County 715-537-6250 or becky. schley@ces.uwex.edu) or Dec 18: Ag Service & Ed. Center (1960 8th Ave, Baldwin; RSVP: UWEX St. Croix County 715-531-1930 or ryan.sterry@ces.uwex.edu) Details: $15/farm, check payable to WI BQA Program, collected at door. RSVPs requested with number from farm planning to attend.

Governor Walker seeks applicants for St. Croix County judicial vacancy Governor Scott Walker announced today he is seeking applicants for appointment to the St. Croix County Circuit Court.

The new appointee will replace outgoing St. Croix County Circuit Court Judge Eric Lundell, whose resignation is effective Jan. 1, 2019. The new appointee, should he or she choose to run, would be up for election in April 2020.

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume and two writing samples.

Judicial application found on Governor Walker’s website: www.walker.wi.gov. (Select “Menu” at the top right of the page, “Serve WI,” “Service Applications,” “Judicial Application.”)

All application materials must be received no later than 8 a.m., Monday, Dec. 10, 2018. Following submission, applicants will receive an email confirming receipt of application and explaining the next steps.

Potential applicants with questions about the process should email their questions to govjudicialappointments@wisconsin.gov. If you need to speak with someone immediately, you may contact Kate Wiedel at 608-266-1212.

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from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. starting Jan. 9, 2019, at the Osceola Discovery Center (310 Chieftain Street, Osceola, WI, 54020). Cost is $10.00 for materials for all five sessions. For more information and registration, visit stpaul.score.org/content/take-workshop-65. or www. myosceolachamber.org/.

The series is sponsored locally by the Osceola Mainstreet Program/Chamber of Commerce, Polk County Economic Development Corporation, University of Wisconsin Extension, UW-River Falls SBDC and St. Croix Valley SCORE.

Scholarships at stake in high school Civics Games Winners of the Wisconsin Civics Games, a new competition sponsored by the Wisconsin Newspaper Association, will earn

more than trophies.

Members of the winning team will each be awarded a $2,000 scholarship to be used at an in-state public or private university, the WNA Foundation announced last week.

The scholarships were

approved earlier this month by the WNA Foundation Board.

So far, 46 schools have signed up to participate in the inaugural events, including a team from Osceola.

Regional competitions will be held on

Feb. 2, at University of Wisconsin campuses.

The two top-scoring teams from each regional competition will advance to the state finals Feb. 23 at the Wisconsin State Capitol, where up to 14 teams will compete.

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and licensed. An additional pass is required for out of state riders and is available at any DNR licensing station or online. Passes are $35 and are good from July 1 through June 30 of each year. For more information on passes click here to view the dnr website: http://dnr.wi.gov/permits/trailpass.html.

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and scoring in transition. Josh Mork came off the bench and hit two huge 3-point shots for us. It was encouraging to see these guys play like this and knowing we have plenty of room to improve and get better.”

Osceola ended their week with a loss to a quality Cameron Comet squad.

Cameron opened up a 13 point lead by intermission but the Chieftains continued to play hard and outscored the Comets 31-30 after the break.

“I thought our boys did a great job at the start of the game against Cameron,” Meyer said. “We got off to a great start on offense by getting shots in the paint. That was huge for us as it limited Cameron’s ability to score in transition. At about the 10-minute mark of the first half we started to get impatient on offense and started to force early possession 3-point shots. This led to long rebounds which led to transition buckets for Cameron.”

Osceola struggled to get points in the paint against Hayward but it was a different story against Cameron.

The Chieftains pushed the ball down low resulting in a huge offensive nigh for junior Logan Maxon as he hit seven buckets from the paint, added another from behind the arc and went 3-for-3 from the charity stripe to finish the night with 20 points.

The Schultz brothers, Josh and Matt, added 11 and nine points respectively.

“I loved how our guys battled in the game,” Meyer said. “Again they showed spurts of what they are capable of doing. Once we are able to put everything together we should be pretty fun to watch. Trey Boissy did a great job of being a positive leader on the floor.

Logan Maxon did a great job inside the paint posting up and getting offensive rebounds. If we can have that kind of production from him in every game we should have opportunities to win each and every game we play in this season.”

six points of the game on a pair of baskets by Anna Swanson and a third by Brooke Bents and never trailed.

Osceola built their lead to 26-14 by halftime and built their lead to 30-14 with baskets by Emily Fox and Katie Haase to start the second half but Prairie Farm fought back.

The Panthers cut the Chieftain lead to 30-24 with a 10 point run but Melanie Doll put momentum back on the Chieftain side with a three point play with 12:12 remaining.

A trey by Fox rebuilt the Osceola lead to 36-24 and the Chieftains cruised in from there.

Fox led the Chieftain scoring with 13 points followed by Swanson with 12, Haase with 11 and Doll with 10.

“We started the week with a nice win over Prairie Farm,” Osceola

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coach Matt Haase said. “The girls moved the ball up the floor well and worked for each other throughout the night.”

Osceola captured their first MBC win of the year with a home court win over the St. Croix Central Panthers, last season’s conference champions.

The Chieftains built a slim 26-23 lead by intermission and then outscored SCC 22-18 after the break.

“We ended the week with a conference win over last year’s conference champions that was exciting,” Matt Haase said. “Anna Swanson has had a tremendous start her senior season by hustling, rebounding, and scoring.”

Swanson dropped in six deuces, mostly from the paint, and added three free throws to end the night with 15 points.

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Despite the loss Johnson saw a silver lining in the Osceola performance. “I thought we wrestled very well and we were attacking our opponents with a purpose and we need to keep that going,” he said. “We got some of the first match jitters out of the way and now we have to come back to practice ready to get better.”

for-five from the free throw line. Kullen Parks added 10 points for the Saints.

St. Croix led 31-19 at intermission.

What this Means: St. Croix Falls is 1-0 in the 2018-2019 season after the scheduled game with St. Croix Central was postponed as SCC did not yet have enough practices after their extended football season.

Upcoming: The Saints will entertain Cumberland in a non-conference game on Dec. 11.

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School Board Proceedings The Regular Meeting of the Board of Education for the School District of Osceola was held in the District Office on November 7, 2018. The meeting was called to order by President Craig Brunclik at 6:30 P.M. with roll call taken: Pete Kammerud – yes; Craig Brunclik -yes; and Brooke Kulzer -yes; Timm Johnson - absent; Rosanne Anderson- yes. Superintendent Mark Luebker, Business Manager Jenifer Frank, Director of Instruction Dr. Rebecca Styles, Dean of Students Arvid Maki, Director of Pupil Services Leah Voelker attended the meeting along with building principals Ms.Thomas, Ms. Bender, Mr. Spiegel and Ms. Meyer.

Person(s) who requested an audience with the Board: Mr. Vater, local business owner of Bending Branches came to talk about the Career Academy Program. Bending Branches manufactures factory-made paddles (Aqua-Bound). They work with Ms. Krenz from OHS in the Career Academy Program to allow students to work at local businesses to get experience. So far they have been able to work with 8 students from OHS. All 8 have been a positive impact on the business.

Mr. Vater spoke about each student individually and their accomplishments.

Sophia E., Gabe L. & Ms. Kaiser came and spoke from the Capitols Club from OHS. Capitols Club is a club where they try to find history in what do. Events they organize would include shoe drive at each school, volunteer at elections polls, Veteran involvement in the Homecoming parade and more!

They also informed the Board about their trip to Kansa City Spring of 2019. 14 students and 2 chaperones will be going on this trip to visit different museums.

A Brook Kulzer/Pete Kammerud motion was made to approve the complete consent agenda without any items removed for discussion.

Adopt the agenda Approve first reading policy numbers: 1422, 2271, 2271.01, 3120, 3122, 4122, 5200, 5516, 8310, and 8462 Approve minutes of the Regular Meeting held October 29, 2018.

Hires, Resignations, and Retirements ● Resignation(s): Holly Grams, School Psychologist ● Recognition(s): Sherri Fehrman, Special Education Administrative Assistant ● Hire(s): Charles Corbett, OHS OSCAR, Scott Newton,

MS Wrestling. Motion Carried.

A Rosanne Anderson/Brooke Kulzer motion was made to approve the payment of bill from General Fund with hand payables checks numbered 94446 through 94455 and computerized checks numbered 174091 through 174139 for a total of $76,087.08 Motion Carried.

Craig Brunclik reported on the 5:00 p.m. Committee Meeting. During this meeting the Board discussed district planning & referendum. Areas of focus included the Baird Model, financial data, and other considerations including workforce development, teaching & learning, social emotional well-being, public relations & communications and infrastructure.

Coming out of all of that, the board will schedule a time to do a follow up discussion on Monday November 12, 2018 at 5:30p.m.

High School Guidance Overview of Y-Screen presented by Mr. Gehring and Ms. Henke. In partnership with Polk County Mental Health Task Force we are able to offer this early identification of emotional concerns to the freshman class.

Y-Screen is a parent/student consent screen that consist of 42 questions. All students who participate receive a follow-up meeting with a licensed clinical professional to discuss their results. For student who had an elevated score receive a longer follow-up meeting and parents are notified within 24 hours. Services and resources are also provided for the family along with 3 months of follow up from Polk County Mental Health. This was the 2nd year Osceola School District has offered this screen.

A Pete Kammerud/ Brooke Kulzer motion was made to approve resolution authorizing temporary borrowing in an amount not to exceed $1,500,000 2018-2019.Motion Carried.

Administrator Reports: Dr. Styles: The State Report Cards will be available Tuesday November 13th. A letter will go out to families and will also be posted the district’s website. New state requirement for all support staff will be to complete the ParaEducator Online training. Support staff have been given hours during teacher in-service to complete this training. This is a one-time requirement. We currently have 43 support staff in the district.

Ms. Frank: School level reporting is new this year where we are now breaking the budget down by building.

Ms. Meyer: Building goals for 2018-19 school year include Behavior based on TAB, TABOUT and office referral process & Academic Goal where all students will have at least two assessments in each course that guarantee they are reaching higher order thinking.

Ms. Thomas: Building goals for 2018-19 include Literacy85% of students will be at benchmark by using PALS Print Word Awareness Assessment and the Benchmark Assessment Kit by Fountas and Pinnell, Math-80% of students will reach proficiency on grade level place value assessment and Behavior-become more consistent with ODR documentation to ensure accurate data collection, decrease ODR by 10% by

Mattea Johnson attacked the basket effectively also netting a half-dozen buckets and added five charily tosses for a game high 17 points.

“That was a huge win after SCC was the conference champ last year,” Swanson said. “It was truly a team win. Each of us has our own strengths so when we each play our very best it usually turns out in our favor. That win will give us a boost to take on Somerset this Friday.”

Osceola had a tough time on the road losing to a powerful Prescott Cardinal team. The Chieftains could not get their offense going all night long against the MBC leading Cardinals.

“Traveling to Prescott proved to be a challenge as they are the favored team in the conference,” Matt Haase said.

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implementing Responsive Classroom and PBIS. Mr. Luebker: Bus bids were reviewed today with Transportation Director Mr. Leslie and Business Manager Jenny Frank.

Ms. Bender: Building goals for 2018-19 school year include Behavior- decrease by 25% by implement PBIS & RC, Literacy-80% of students that are tested below the 60 percentile will be at or above benchmark by spring, and Math-80% of students that tested below the 60 percentile will be at or above benchmark by spring.

Ms. Voelker: The Special Education Department will supporting and assisting all building goals for 2018-19 school year.

Mr.Spiegel: Building goals for 2018-19 school year include Staff Goal- all staff will refine or build summative assessments directly connect to learning targets/standards & Student Goal-80% of of the staff observed through walkthroughs will have met the instructional model expectations outline in the OHS Model document.

Mr. Maki: The OHS play, The Christmas Carol, will have showings the next two weekends. Mock ACT has been taking place & staff have done a tremendous job on recognizing the importance. OHS will also offer the ZAPS ACT prep course again for students.

The next scheduled Committee Meeting is Monday November 12, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. in the Boardroom.

A Committee Meeting will also be held on Tuesday November 20, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in the Boardroom.

The next scheduled District Planning Committee Meeting is Wednesday November 28, 2018 at 4:30 p.m. in the OIS Media Room.

The next regular Board Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday November 28, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the OIS Media Room.

A Rosanne Anderson/Pete Kammerud motion was made to adjourn to Executive Session pursuant to WI Statute 19.85(1) (c) and (f) to consider the employment, promotion, compensation, or performance-evaluation data of any employee and for preliminary consideration of a specific matter which, if discussed in public, could have an adverse impact on the reputation of those involved. The Board will review individual employee contracts. Roll call taken: Pete Kammerud – yes; Craig Brunclik -yes; and Brooke Kulzer -yes; Timm Johnson absent; Rosanne Anderson- yes. In addition Superintendent Mark Luebker attend the meeting. Motion carried.

A Brooke Kulzer/Rosanne Anderson motion was made to adjourn Executive Session. Motion carried.

Craig Brunclik announced no official action taken.

A Pete Kammerud/Brooke Kulzer motion was made to adjourn. Motion carried Adjourn Pete Kammerud, Clerk WNAXLP

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aim improved on the second shot that folded the bird that came crashing down through the large oaks 50 yards deep into cover. It didn’t take Teal long to find this bird that was destined for Dave’s dinner table.

Moving to a second location we started the hunt in woody cover next to another partially plowed corn stubble field.

It didn’t take Sherman long to get up a large hen.

Then we broke from the woodlot into tall grass, blackberry bramble and willows that I knew held birds. Immediately a large rooster exploded from cover right in front of me, too close to shoot and headed Carlson’s way. I had a good shot then but with Dave in harm’s way I held back thinking Carlson had

this bird dead. But I don’t think Dave heard the bird take off and was caught off guard, not able to get off a killing shot.

From there it was hens popping up in range until we noticed the other birds flying off silently out of range into the horizon. I had to go but Carlson and Stelljes kept hunting, flushing more birds but bagging none.

These late season

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LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you may need to brush up on certain skills if you want to sail through a particular task that comes your way late in the week. Get some help if need be.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, once you set your mind to something, there is nothing you cannot accomplish. Your attention to detail is top notch, but don’t let perfection distract you.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, putting family first has always been your priority and that will continue in the weeks ahead. Others notice your efforts and appreciate them.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Multitasking can be your

undoing, Scorpio. You want to accomplish so much, but you must try to balance your time instead. Clean the clutter from your schedule.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Family affairs move to the forefront this week, Sagittarius.

A spouse or a child is in need of assistance, and you must set aside the time to help amid your other responsibilities.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Things have started to settle down a bit for you. Capricorn.

That’s a welcome change from the harried pace you’ve been keeping of late. Enjoy the respite.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, it’s taken a few months for you to find your groove, but you are in a zone and standing on solid ground.

Enjoy the smooth sailing that’s

pheasant hunts are more like chasing large whitetail bucks. Most of the time they just let you walk by, bust out the side or take off far out of range, fast flying phantoms, not pheasants.

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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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Take a few extra moments to think things through before making any important decisions, Aries. Knee-jerk reactions are not the way to go at this time. Careful planning is the key.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, direct all of your attention toward a certain project. Even as you worry about other things being forgotten, you realize the importance of prioritizing.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you are juggling so many things right now, and you may feel like you’re being pulled in 100 directions. Slow down and figure out what takes precedence.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Others are eager to hear some of your words of wisdom,

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PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Listen to what others are telling you, Pisces. You have always been good at accepting advice and now is the time to heed others’ wisdom.

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When I was still catering, I baked cookies every year for some local businesses. I made sugar cookies, chocolate, peanut butter, lemon, gingerbread men, and so on. Every week, I took stock of what was left to try to determine which was most popular. The results were all over the board, so not really conclusive.

My sample size was from a small northwestern Wisconsin town, Wild Chow which really doesn’t tell me which Lisa Erickson cookie is most popular. Millions of people across the globe make Christmas cookies. From subsequent research, I know if I took a poll down south, say in Georgia where peanuts are grown, maybe peanut butter cookies would be the most popular.

Or in Florida, would they prefer lemon or a citrus cookie.

Last fall, I wrote about the popularity of warming spices and how they came to be. It’s the same for Christmas cookies. In areas of cold weather, people want to taste warming spices like cinnamon and cloves. If I had to guess Speculoos would be very popular in our area. I guess that’s why they are offered on airplanes that traverse the globe—everyone loves them, including me.

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Dec. 11 Osceola vs. Baldwin/Woodville.

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Dec. 28 Osceola at Glenwood City.

Dec. 29 Osceola at Altoona.

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Jan. 8 Osceola vs. Chetek/Weyerhaeuser; Frederic at St. Croix Falls.

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Jan. 25 Osceola at Baldwin/Woodville; Unity at St. Croix Falls.

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Jan. 31 Osceola vs. Ellsworth.

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Gillespie 3 0 0 0 1 Bents 1 0 0 0 4 Doll 4 0 2 3 1 Haase 4 1 0 0 4 Totals 24 4 2 7 18 Score by Halves 1 2 F PFHS 14 29 43 OHS 2636 62 Chieftain Girls Basketball St. Croix Central at Osceola (unofficial) November 30, 2018 St. Croix Central Individuals 2’s3’s FTM FTA F Fischer 0 1 0 0 0 Moll 2 0 0 0 3 Withuski 4 0 0 0 3 Widiker 2 0 2 3 0 Cottrell 0 0 0 0 1 Juen 0 2 4 6 4 Siler 1 2 0 0 2 Wasley 1 0 0 0 3 Totals 10 5 6 9 16 Osceola Individuals 2’s 3’s FTM FTA F Swanson 6 0 3 6 2 Johnson 6 0 5 9 2 Fox 1 1 0 0 1 Bents 1 0 1 2 3 Doll 0 0 0 0 2 Haase 3 0 2 2 1 Totals 17 1 11 19 11 Score by Halves 1 2 F SCCHS 23 18 41 OHS 2622 48 Chieftain Girls Basketball St. Croix Central at Osceola (unofficial) November 30, 2018 St. Croix Central Individuals 2’s3’s FTM FTA F Fischer 0 1 0 0 0 Moll 2 0 0 0 3 Withuski 4 0 0 0 3 Widiker 2 0 2 3 0 Cottrell 0 0 0 0 1 Juen 0 2 4 6 4 Siler 1 2 0 0 2 Wasley 1 0 0 0 3 Totals 10 5 6 9 16 Osceola Individuals 2’s 3’s FTM FTA F Swanson 6 0 3 6 2 Johnson 6 0 5 9 2 Fox 1 1 0 0 1 Bents 1 0 1 2 3

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Doll 0 0 0 0 2 0 Haase 3 0 2 2 1 8 Totals 17 1 11 19 11 48 Score by Halves 1 2 F SCCHS 23 18 41 OHS 2622 48 Saints Girls Basketball St. Croix Falls at Ellsworth (unofficial) November 27, 2018 St. Croix Falls Individuals 2’s3’s FTM FTA F TP O Miron 10 0 1 2 2 21 Kahl 5 1 3 4 2 16 McCurdy 3 0 2 2 3 8 Edwards 3 0 1 2 1 7 Bergmann 3 0 0 2 4 6 K Miron 1 0 1 3 2 3 Cooper 1 0 0 5 3 2 Coen 1 0 0 1 1 2 Gatten 1 0 0 0 0 2 Lee 0 0 0 0 1 0 Totals 28 1 8 21 19 67 Ellsworth Individuals 2’s 3’s FTM FTA F TP Nugent 3 2 8 8 2 20 Earney 2 1 2 2 3 9 Bach 0 1 3 4 1 6 Straub 1 1 0 0 1 5 Mallon 0 0 3 4 1 3 Swanson 1 0 0 1 3 2 Carlson 1 0 0 0 2 2 Giese 1 0 0 0 0 2 Lynner 1 0 0 0 1 2 Sigler 0 0 0 0 2 0 Peterson 0 0 0 0 3 0 Totals 10 5 16 19 19 51 Score by Halves 1 2 F SCFHS 3829 67 EHS 18 33 51 Saints Girls Basketball St. Croix Central at St. Croix Falls (unofficial) November 29, 2018 St. Croix Central Individuals 2’s3’s FTM FTA F Juen 3 0 0 0 3 Siler 1 1 0 0 0 Withuski 1 1 0 0 0 Widiker 2 0 1 2 1 Fischer 0 1 0 0 1 Cottrell 1 0 0 0 0 Osegard 1 0 0 0 1 Olson 0 0 0 0 3 Totals 9 3 1 2 9 St. Croix Falls Individuals

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Heather Viebrock and Mary Howard check out the animals from Happy Tails Mobile Petting Zoo, temporarily in Mill Pond Park for Light Up Osceola, Saturday, Dec. 1.

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Alaina Stephens enjoys a s’more at Light Up Osceola, Saturday, Dec. 1.