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Infamousmurder site
burnsInvestigation under way on
cause of blaze at rural Rouillard home
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The road home
Shake-upLuck Golf Course clubhouse
manager resigns; attempt made to rescind pay increases for
seasonal employeesPAGE 4
Frederic’s finest are honored
Currents section
Frederic family grateful for community’s help in
recovering from house fireby Mary Stirrat
Leader staff writerFREDERIC — Six weeks ago, Kyle and
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With their son, Ian, they helped carry out as many of their belongings as possible — birth and Social Security records, college ad-
told them it was no longer safe.They knew, said Kathy, life would go on as
it had been; yet, it would also be completely different.
And they know they have much for which to be grateful. Their house will be repaired. Many of their belongings will be returned after being restored by a professional com-pany. The insurance company will cover some of the losses.
Most importantly, they are each alive and well, and living in a community that cares be-yond measure.
• • •It was about midnight the night of April 3-4
The road home,
Home careissue on June
agendaFour options under discussion
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OpportunityNew opportunity for Unity’s
Native American community; LCO program offers college
credit PAGE 3
Healthy ideasInteractive Community Health
issues, ideas for health care needs in Burnett County
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Wild!res consume
8,700 acres
Wisconsin since the 1980 Ekdall Fire in Burnett County
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WEBSTER - The Webster Chamber of Commerce annual Arts & Crafts Extravaganza celebrates its 30th anniversary with this year’s show scheduled for Memorial Day Saturday, May 25. Since
crafters in the gym of the old Webster High School, it’s become the largest annual one-day arts and crafts fair in Burnett County. “I had every intention of starting this as an annual event, and I’m
the years,” Kaefer commented when asked how he felt about the anniversary, adding “It’s probably the biggest business day of the year, which is a good thing for our community and our area.” A sea of cano-pies waves l ike white caps across the grassy Web-ster Elemen-tary School grounds, entic-ing more than a thousand visitors each year to explore the handmade and homegrown wares of more than 150 artists from all over Wis-consin and Minnesota A number of local vendors from Webster, Siren, Danbury, Frederic and the surrounding counties are regu-lars who offer everything from gourmet foods, textiles, wildlife photography, frames, cabin décor, paintings, ceramics, pottery, woodworking, sculptures, and furniture to garden ornaments,
Shopping at arts and crafts fairs offers everyone an opportunity not only to acquire handmade art and crafted products at reason-able prices, but also to meet the people who create them. Purchas-ing their work supports the “creative economy,” while the event enhances Webster and the surrounding communities attractive-ness as a tourist destination. The Arts & Crafts Extravaganza runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. rain or shine. Admission and parking are free, and the site is disabled accessible. The Burnett Youth Hockey Association will sell brats, bakery goods, coffee, water and soft drinks. - submitted from Webster Chamber of Commerce
Home pageWebster arts & crafts fair celebrates 30 years
Investigation under way on causeof blaze at rural Rouillard home!
by Greg Marsten
Leader staff writer
blaze on Monday, May 13, at the site of the gruesome 2009 murder of Stephen Dahlstrom in rural Luck. The home at 895 250th Ave. is believed to still be owned by convicted murderer Wayne Rouillard, 65, who is incarcerated at a maximum-security state mental facil-ity for the 2009 murder of his “best friend,” Stephen Dahlstrom, 61.
Rouillard is currently serving a 40-year sentence for Dahlstrom’s murder after being convicted in 2011 of second-degree intentional homicide, but also being ruled mentally incompetent for his actions. He had not lived at the home since Nov. 28, 2009 -- the night of the murder in the garage -- which is also where the
According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Department,
Monday, and authorities hinted they believe the cause may be suspicious.
“We are involved in the investigation and have re-
Polk County Sheriff Peter Johnson. “I believe that the house still belongs to (Wayne) Rouillard, although I don’t know who is taking care of it while he’s gone.”
The garage was fully engulfed within moments
home from also being consumed, but smoke could be seen coming from the attic vents and windows of the home.
The garage was a total loss, and is where Rouillard admitted to killing Dahlstrom that night in 2009 after a night of drinking led to the gruesome murder.
-tentional homicide for the stabbing murder of Dahl-strom. In court proceedings on the murder, it was revealed that the two friends drank a large amount of
-lard reportedly brutalized Dahlstrom with as many as six different instruments during the crime, including a
Phillips screwdriver, pry bar, hammer, splitting maul, carpet knife and a military knife.
He was later found guilty of second-degree inten-tional homicide, but claimed not to be legally responsi-ble for his actions under a so-called NGI plea, where he can be convicted of the crime but found not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect, under state statutes.
After an extensive series of hearings and mental health evaluations, Polk County Circuit Court Judge Molly GaleWyrick ruled in June 2011 that Rouillard was indeed not guilty under the NGI plea. However, with his intrinsic guilt of committing the homicide, he is being held for up to 40 years in a maximum-security mental institution.
According to the state of Wisconsin, an NGI convic-tion is dramatically different than just serving a prison
by reason of mental disease or defect is that the court must commit the defendant to the custody of the De-partment of Health and Family Services,” the state court system reminds.
The current status of his home is unclear, although it did show up on the Multiple Listing Service as being for sale at one time. Rouillard had a number of vehi-cles and recreational items including a large boat and camper that have since been sold, possibly to cover his legal costs or possible restitution.
The Leader will continue to follow the investigation into the cause of the blaze and any subsequent results.
Infamous murder site burns
Rhubarb Days starts summer festival circuitOSCEOLA - Expanded entertainment options and activities
highlight Osceola’s third-annual Rhubarb Days on June 7-8. New this year, the Johnsonville Big Taste Grill, bigtastegrill.com, billed as the world’s largest touring grill, rolls into Osceola on Friday, June 7, at 2 p.m., to help kick off the festival with free brat meals at Hiawatha Bank. The Osceola Public Library will feature a block party at Mill Pond Park with games, face painting, bouncy house and a farmers market Friday afternoon. leading up to Osceola’s Movie Under the Stars showing of “Juarassic Park.” On Saturday, June 8, at 8 a.m., the day opens with a freewill offering pancake breakfast complete with rhubarb sauce at the Valley Spirits parking lot. The craft fair, book sale, rhubarb bake sale and rhubarb baking contest all take place at Mill Pond Park dur-ing the day Sat-urday. Also on Saturday, family entertainment options include a juggler, balloon animals, bouncy house, art tent for kids, ac-cordion player and the Pleasant Valley Cloggers with shows at noon and 2 p.m. River Valley Brass performs at 1 p.m. on June 8 followed by a street dance at 3 p.m. with live music by Gamblin’ Dan and the Losing Hand. Highlighting the festival on June 8 at Mill Pond Park will be the annual Lions rubber duck race, Duckathlon, across the millpond and over the Cascade Falls,
holder. At Oakey Park, the Osceola Braves baseball team com-
game on Saturday. For more information and a complete list of events online, go to rhubarbdays.com or call Jeff at Osceola An-tiques, 715-294-2886. - with submitted information
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LCO community col-lege program o"ers
college creditby Mary Stirrat
Leader staff writerBALSAM LAKE — The
boardroom at Unity School was packed for the regular board meeting Tuesday evening, May 14, with more people lined up in the hallway.
Audience members did not come to complain about any-thing, but rather to show sup-port for a new educational initiative through the St. Croix Tribal Education Department and Lac Courte Oreilles Com-munity College.
Karen Washington, education director for the St. Croix Tribe, and Kate Lechnir, director of outreach with LCO Community College, explained the oppor-tunity available this summer to
students in grades eight through high school.
Two tracks are available, one for students in grades eight through 10, and one for juniors and seniors. The classes for the older grades offer college credit through a Youth Options pro-gram.
“We’re focusing on getting our youth thinking more to-wards college,” Washington ex-plained to the board.
Two classes will be offered for college credit, both taught by ex-perienced teachers well-known for their expertise, said Lechnir.
First is a three-credit introduc-tion to higher education class which will expose juniors and seniors “to the rigors, expecta-tions and systematic formula-tions for success in college.” The second class is a four-credit Ojibwa language class, taught
language.Students participating in ei-
ther or both of these classes will have the opportunity to attend an ACT/SAT preparation class, free of charge, thanks to a grant provided by LCO college.
Students in grades eight through 10 have the opportunity to enroll in a Native American science/sustainability initiative
called Sustain Us. According to information provided to the board, students “will study Na-tive American enthnobotany, solar energy and sustainable living.” They will help plant community gardens in the res-ervation communities and study the solar energy cells that run the indoor greenhouse at the LCO college outreach site at St. Croix.
“It’s going to be a wonderful science exploration program,” Lechnir said. She added that the curriculum is culturally based and taught in a traditional com-munity setting that helps build
“do” college.Enrollment in each course is
limited to 15 to 20 students, pull-ing from six school districts that serve the St. Croix tribal commu-nities. “It’s competitive,” said Lechnir.
Cost to the district for the in-troduction to higher education will be $575 per student, and the Ojibway language class will be $760. Sam Rivers, Native Amer-ican coordinator at Unity, said there are three Unity students committed to the introduction to higher education class, and one to the language class. Cost to the district would be about $2,500.
The Sustain Us program is funded through grants.
“This looks like a great pro-gram,” said board member Dave Moore. “I think it’s a unique op-portunity.”
The Unity School Board voted to approve participation in the program by including it in the summer school offerings. Board member Jim Beistle asked that Rivers provide the board with a report at the end of the summer on the effectiveness of the pro-gram.
For the fourth year in a row Unity is participating in the Summer Food Service Program, providing free breakfast and lunch for several weeks during summer break. The meals are open to all children ages 18 and under whether enrolled in the Unity School District or not.
Dates when meals are offered are June 10-27, July 15-25 and Aug. 19-23. Breakfast will be
Adults can purchase a break-fast for $1.75 and a lunch for $3.25. Parents are asked to not drop their children off at the door to eat without supervision.
The program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agricul-ture. Meals are similar to those served during the regular school year, said district Administrator Brandon Robinson.
With thanks for her 20 years with the school district, the board accepted the resignation of community education sec-retary Tanna Worrell. Worrell said she has worked in every of-
abundance of happy memories.” She resigned from Unity to ac-commodate growing responsi-bilities at another job.
The hiring of several bus driv-ers and coaches was approved by the board. Hired as bus driv-ers were James Talmadge, Jerry Wood and Greg Letsch. Matt LoRusso was hired as second-shift custodian and bus driver.
Hired as coaches were Jason Bosak as assistant high school football coach Stefany Getty as head tennis coach, Louis Col-letti as high school C-squad vol-leyball coach, Jeff Traynor for a one-year position as high school assistant football coach, Brian Collins as middle school foot-ball coach Brittany Thomfohrda
as middle school assistant soft-ball coach, and Brady Turner as middle school assistant baseball coach.
• The board held its election
no changes. Deb Peterson was re-elected president, Jim Beistle vice president, Kelly Bakke clerk and David Moore treasurer.
• Following a closed session, the board voted to approve non-
-nancial reasons. No details were
affected staff.• The new format for sum-
mer school, featuring project-based learning, has drawn a large number of registrations, said Robinson. “We’re seeing a marked increase in the number of students registered,” he said, “particularly at the elementary level.”
• Board member Joe Tilton questioned the amount of travel expenditures, noting that Unity
-hicles.” Robinson assured Tilton that if a district vehicle is avail-able, the staff is required to use it. He also said that travel has increased due to the amount of training that has been required for new initiatives.
• The board approved re-newal of high school member-ship in WIAA for 2013-14 at a cost of $925.
A new opportunity for Unity’s Native American community
Deputy hearing set
for June 10-12
BURNETT COUNTY - A three-day hearing for two for-mer sheriff’s deputies who were terminated last August in con-nection with allegedly covering up a fellow deputy’s involve-ment in two domestic-related incidents in 2011, has been re-scheduled to June 10-12 at the Burnett County Government Center in Siren.
Thad Osborne and Travis Thiex will testify before a hear-ing judge, along with other players in the case. The hearing, originally set to begin last week, was canceled when the selected arbitrator took a different job.
The hearing judge will likely determine whether termina-
former deputy’s cases and any other mitigating factors in the case. The hearing will be closed to the public. - Gary King
Town o"cials workshop setNORTHWEST WISCONSIN -
A series of one-day workshops, which review background infor-mation and current operations for new and continuing town of-
locations around the state. The workshops are sponsored and conducted by the UW-Extension Local Government Center, the Wisconsin Towns Association and the UW Transportation In-formation Center.
“Town board members, in-cluding chairpersons, town
this workshop very helpful,” explains Dan Hill, University of Wisconsin-Extension local government specialist. “The workshop provides information on current procedures, require-ments and resources necessary to conduct town government business.”
Dates and locations for the
Wednesday, May 29, Rice Lake at WITC, 1900 College Drive.
Thursday, May 30, Eau Claire
at Sleep Inn & Suites, 5872 33rd Ave.
Tuesday, April 30, Cable at Lakewoods Resort.
Wednesday, May 1, Minoc-qua.
Thursday, May 2, Wabeno/Carter.
Tuesday, May 7, Deforest.Wednesday, May 8, Richland
Center.Thursday, May 9, Tomah.Tuesday, May 14, Stevens
Point.Wednesday, May 15, Green
Bay.
The workshop will cover the following topics for new of-
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law; town road funding and operations, and running effec-
-cials will learn about additional funding sources; limits on vil-lage powers; advanced topics in town road operations; civil-ity and public discourse; and a
legislative update and other se-lected topics.
Cost of the workshop is $60 if paid seven days in advance, $70 at the door and includes printed materials, instruction, morning break and lunch. For a program brochure and registration form, visit the Local Government Cen-ter website at lgc.usex.edu and click on the Workshops tab or contact the Polk County UW-
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Clubhouse managerresigns, attempt made torescind pay increases for
seasonal employeesby Mary Stirrat
Leader staff writerLUCK — The resignation of clubhouse
manager Susan Matusiak, accusations of favoritism and micromanagement at the golf course and the decision to take back a 25-cent-per-hour raise for seasonal em-ployees all made for a lively meeting of the Luck Village Board last Wednesday, May 8. The meeting began with Matusiak reading a statement to the board outlining the reasons she was giving her two-week notice. Last September, both the golf com-mission and the village board approved keeping her on through the winter at 20 hours a week, to be switched back to full time Feb. 1. Matusiak, however, told the
or in writing that 20 hours of work meant 20 hours of pay,” so her reduced check in mid-November came as a shock. The next day, she said, she was required to relocate
signatures to leave the premises on golf course business. Meanwhile, she said, golf course Superintendent Kevin Klunis was promoted to full time and given the title of director, a title which had been abolished the previous year. Matusiak also told the board that, while working out of the village hall, she needed to go to the golf course to use the credit card machine and for other work-related things. When she submitted a request for reimbursement of the 100 miles she had logged, the request
-sonnel meeting, according to the minutes, the committee voted to recommend to the village board that no mileage reimburse-ment be paid for travel within the village.
Following a closed session at that same meeting, the committee voted to decline payment for two checks, based on the mileage reimbursement policy. Later in her statement, Matusiak accused Klunis of erasing a page in Matusiak’s report to
directed at the commission. She also said she was served papers for a closed evi-dentiary hearing regarding the purchase of tables, which she requested be held in open session. The hearing, she said, was canceled. Discussion at the meeting indi-cated that four tables were ordered and the village paid for one. The board voted to accept a donation from Chuck and Pam Torrance in the amount of $1,078 to cover the cost of the other three. Matusiak had harsh words for Peter Demydowich, say-ing she would “no longer take the harass-ment and utter lack of support” from him. “He tries to catch people doing something wrong, instead of trying to catch people doing something right,” she said. “The intense disrespect, drama and stress this has caused me personally will not allow me to continue my employment at the Luck Golf Course.” Demydowich de-clined to comment because the issue is employee related.
Pay raiseTwo months ago, at its March 13 meet-
ing, the village board approved a 25-cent-per-hour pay increase for seasonal employees at the golf course, with a maxi-mum wage at $7.50 per hour. On Wednes-day, May 8, a tie vote of 3-3 stopped a motion to rescind that pay increase in light of the late start of the golf season that has resulted in a lack of revenue. Voting in favor of the freeze were Trustees Bob Determan, Becky Rowe and Demydo-wich. Opposed were Al Tomlinson, Ross Anderson and Mike Broten. Trustee Phil Warhol was absent from the meeting. A
tie vote means the motion dies. Determan -
mittee, of which he is chair, reviewed the
the hole.” The committee recommended the freeze, thinking that the course is not likely to recover the revenue lost due to the long winter. “That’s only the begin-ning,” Determan warned. “We’re going to have to start looking at other things as well.” He added that spending would only be possible on “mission critical” items. “No one likes to do it,” Determan told the board. He said that the 2013 golf season is starting 30 to 45 days later than last year. A lively discussion between board members took place following the tie vote that resulted in the raise remain-ing in effect.
Tomlinson pointed out that the raise had already been approved, but Rowe pointed out that if there is no money coming in then there is no money to pay wages. That’s the way a business oper-ates, she noted. Broten, clearly disturbed,
said he was frustrated with the micro-management of the golf course over the past 25 years. With personnel changing every two years, he said, there is a lack of stability. Just as someone begins to implement some promising changes they are gone. “It’s sickening,” Broten said. “How do you suggest we make money?” asked Determan. Demydowich added that current director Klunis and club-house manager Matusiak were very good at their jobs, which is why they were kept on over the winter. Broten responded by saying things were going in the right di-rection, but now the golf course must start over once again. He indicated that, for a while, the board had taken a back seat in overseeing the course but that is no lon-ger the case. No one wants to shut the golf course down, Determan pointed out, but it can’t continue to lose $30,000 to $50,000 a year when village taxpayers, most of whom do not golf, must pay the bill. “I’ve heard that before,” said Broten, to which Determan said, “It’s a fact.” Determan invited Broten to the May 12 meeting of
village has advanced a total of $70,000 to the golf course, said interim village trea-surer Kevin Kress. At the end of the meet-ing, Trustee Ross Anderson said that he may not be the right person to act as the board’s representative on the golf com-mission. “There’s a lot of politicking that I don’t understand,” he said. “I thought we had a vision of what needed to be done out there. But maybe it’s not that simple.” Without the debt, he said, the golf course would be in pretty good shape. “I didn’t see this coming tonight,” he said. “We might not hit the numbers at the end of the year. But it’s our golf course.”
Shake up at Luck Golf Course
Ambulance service criticizedLuck triathlon
planned for 2014by Mary Stirrat
Leader staff writerLUCK — Northland Ambulance came
meeting of the Luck Village Board when a resident suggested the board reconsider its decision to cosign for a loan for the service’s building project. “They’re bad decisions,” Ted Zindars told the board regarding both the location and cost of the ambulance service’s new facility that will be built on Hwy. 48 heading east out of Luck. “Their spending needs to be checked,” he said. Zindars provided the board with information on loan requests and other sites that the ambulance service
a curve and hill was not the best choice. He also questioned $10,000 in cabinets that have been purchased with no build-ing yet in which to install them. RaeAnn
Allen of the ambulance service said later that the board of directors at its April 24 quarterly meet-ing opened bids and op-tions are being explored. She also said that mul-tipurpose cabinets have been purchased at a cost that was less than $10,000.
Summer sports
Both the adult men’s fast-pitch program and the T-ball/bantam base-ball program were on the agenda for the May 8 meeting, one asking for financial assistance and one seek-
-ties. Ben Anderson, representing Bon Ton’s men’s fast pitch, made the pitch for money, saying, “We’re asking for $1,500
the golf course.” New foul poles, yard markers, privacy screen and fence top-per are needed, he said, as well as trap-rock around the bleachers and concession stand. “We feel that by doing these needed renovations, we will be able to draw more people into Luck and keep the kids play-ing ball and making better choices,” An-derson said in a letter to the board. The
the men’s fast-pitch program, he said.
pitch tournament, and the third- through sixth-grade baseball and softball games.
best around,” Anderson said. He will be invited to the next meeting of the public services commit-tee, which will make a recommendation to the board. Megan Challoner, the summer recreation program coordinator with Luck Schools, also attended the meeting. She noted that the T-ball and bantam baseball programs are part of the program, which has 161 students in kindergarten through eighth grade participating. Challoner’s
questions revolved around the equipment used for the program. Since the summer ball program has long been a village pro-gram, she was asking whose responsibil-ity it would be to store and maintain the equipment. She, too, was referred to the public services committee.
Luck triathlon
The village of Luck will most likely be the site of a new triathlon event in 2014, according to tourism consultant Elaine Ogilvie and tourism commission Chair Bob Determan. Working with Luck area Ironman athlete Eric Olson, the tour-ism commission is planning a “dry run” later this year with the real event possi-bly held in September 2014. A dry run of the running/biking/swimming event, said Ogilvie, would give participants a chance to check out the tentative course
while giving organizers a chance to work out the bugs. “We have all the right in-gredients to hold a good triathlon,” Ogil-vie said. “We have the trail, the lake, an experienced athlete to help. I think we’re going to have a lot of support.” Discus-sion about the event will continue when the commission meets again Tuesday, May 21. According to Ogilvie, the group is checking area calendars to avoid, as
event. Sponsorships will be sought and, once some of the pieces come into place, a logo will be designed.
Other business
• The board heard a presentation from Tanya Borg regarding the establishment of a no-kill animal shelter in the area, a spay/neuter program to decrease the feral cat population and plans to increase dog-licensing compliance. She asked the board to consider drafting an ordinance making Luck a no-kill community. • Bob Deter-man was appointed as chair of the tour-ism commission. • The board approved a driveway easement through village property along the north side of Butter-nut Avenue to a lot that extends east of the Pawn Shop. • Village President Peter Demydowich said that the property tax assessment against United Pioneer Home
is now working to get the other taxing entities such as the county, school and lake association, to rescind their portions. UPH has made a payment in lieu of taxes to the village in the amount of $9,677.
by Mary Stirrat
Leader staff writerMILLTOWN — In a matter of min-
utes at the Monday, May 13, meet-ing of the Milltown Village Board, trustees and village President LuAnn White had named at least 10 busi-nesses that have opened in Milltown over the past 12 months or so. “Most people are closing up and going away,” said White. “We’ve been pretty lucky.” Among those named were Countryside Co-op, Stella’s, Purple Parrot, Stokley Truck and
Equipment, Dirks Heating and Cool-ing, St. Croix Airbrush, and Nifty Thrifty. Cheese and More is moving to a downtown location, and Napa Auto Parts has a new home near the ambulance service. White suggested putting an ad in the local papers to welcome the businesses into the vil-lage, and Trustee Larry Kuske asked whether existing businesses should be included. The board agreed that all businesses should be included, with special recognition given to the newcomers.
shows another year of losses for the water and sewer utilities, and at the Monday, May 13, meeting of the village board, au-ditor Steve Tracey of CliftonLarsonAllen recommended consideration of a rate in-crease.
Last year the water utility lost almost $13,000, compared with a loss of $5,300 in 2011. Much of the loss can be attributed to depreciation, said Tracey, which until in recent years did need to be included in
The village can request from the public -
crease of 3 percent, Tracey said, but the PSC may not agree to that. It has been 10 years since the last increase, he noted, and the utility is losing money, both of which the PSC will take into consideration.
The sewer utility ended the year with a $13,000 balance, but only because it re-ceived a $20,000 transfer from the general fund. The last increase in the sewer rate was in 2009.
The village’s unassigned fund (for-merly undesignated fund) took a small step backward from last year but is still much stronger than in 2010. Village or-dinances state that a balance equaling 20 percent of general fund expenses will be maintained in the unassigned fund, and the village ended 2012 with about 13 per-cent in the fund. This is down from the 2011 year-end balance of 17 percent, but up from 4 percent in 2010.
Part of the reason for the lower unas-signed balance, Tracey pointed out, is that the village advanced money to Tax Incre-ment District 2 and to the sewer utility.
In summary Tracey told the board, “You don’t have a lot of money to play with.”
Library director Deanna Wheeler told the board that she received a call last
week saying that the underground fuel tank and the proposed new library site will be removed next week, at the sellers’ expense.
The library is in the process of purchas-ing the former grocery store in Milltown, and closing will happen once the tank is removed and the site declared clean, said Wheeler. If the site is not declared clean, she said, the closing will not take place and the issue will be addressed by the seller.
The project team, which is a subcom-mittee of the building committee, consists of Les Sloper, Marcia Macaulay, Erling Voss, Julia Amrhien and Wheeler.
Wheeler also reported on library use during April. She said that 3,205 items were circulated, which is comparable to last April. Computer usage, at 659 ses-sions for the month, was up from last year but pretty consistent with 2011.
Circulation of downloadable e-books was consistent with last year, with about 50 checkouts for the month, but e-audio-books went from under 20 for April 2011 to nearly 35 this year.
There were eight different types of pro-
grams held in April, with 141 total atten-dance. Year-to-date attendance at library programs is 438.
• Village President LuAnn White in-vited the board to a spaghetti dinner fun-draiser for Terrie Giller, an employee of St. Croix Regional Medical Center who died in a March 15 car accident. Proceeds from the dinner, which will be held at Luck School Wednesday, May 22, from
-ter’s education fund.
• Police Chief Andy Anderson told the board that the mental health ward at Cumberland closed at the end of the year and the nearest services are now in Eau Claire, which often does not have space, or Rhinelander. The cost of transporta-tion and the time needed to transport will be increasing, he noted. “It’s an expense we have to be prepared for,” he said. “We don’t have a choice. That is just the price we pay.”
Increases in water and sewer rates recommended at Milltown
by Mary Stirrat
Leader staff writerFREDERIC — A new fee schedule for
rental of shelters at the village parks was approved by the Frederic Village Board Monday night, May 13, following a rec-ommendation from the park board.
The park board recommended the in-crease, said village President William Johnson IV, to cover modest increases in the cost to have someone clean the shel-ters after use and to make sure that the kitchen area is cleaned to health depart-
The new fee structure calls for a $100 rental cost for the Coon Lake Park shelter with kitchen use, compared with the old fee of $50. Rental without the kitchen is
now $50, compared with $25 in the past.Weekend-long events will be assessed a
$200 damage deposit. Rental of all other shelters without kitchen facilities is $50.
Johnson also said that the park board met with Polk County environmental health sanitarian Brian Hobbs to discuss requirements for food service in the park. Hobbs told the committee that people who rent the shelter are ultimately re-sponsible for the food served.
Timber harvestOnly one bid was received for the tim-
ber improvement harvest proposed for the east side of Coon Lake, and the park board chose to reject that offer, Johnson reported to the board.
The 61-acre parcel of timber is expected to yield more than 32,000 board feet of logs and about 225 cords of pulpwood. DNR forester Janette Cain has been work-ing with the park board to mark the trees and help with the bidding process.
According to Johnson, the park board felt it advisable to rebid the harvest this fall to hopefully get some price compari-sons.
Other business• Shelter Community Action Team
spokesperson Tanya Borg talked with the board about increasing dog licensing compliance and supporting a no-kill shel-ter to serve the area. Borg and the team have been visiting the municipalities of
the area to gain support for the shelter as well as a spay/neuter program. The pre-sentation was for informational purposes only and the board took no action.
• The board approved permits and li-censes for Family Days June 14-16. These included permits for street closures, ex-emption from the open container ordi-
• In a closed session at the end of the meeting, the board discussed an offer from a resident wanting to purchase a 10-foot wide by 75-foot long piece of vil-
The strip of land is of no use to the vil-lage, Johnson said later, and the board ap-proved a counteroffer to be forwarded to the resident.
Thrift store opens in Luck
by Mary Stirrat
Leader staff writerLUCK – Kevin Duren, owner of Luck’s
new thrift store, looks at his business as an opportunity to serve the community while making enough to live simply.
Live Love Laugh Community Thrift Shop opened last month on Main Street,
Jackie McManis. Duren was the owner
in Grantsburg that he operated for 13 months. It became too much for him to handle, he said, so he decided to relocate to a smaller shop in Luck.
“We’re here for the community,” Duren said. “The community is giving to us by bringing in donations, and we’re giving it back. It’s a kind of recycling.”
By “giving back” Duren is referring to his desire to provide goods at reasonable prices, as well as offering free clothing
crises. He also plans to give store vouchers
to the food shelf, so individuals going to Loaves and Fishes will get a discount at his store. This practice, said Duren, was the idea of friends Bob and Stacey Hilde, who own Angel Hands in Frederic.
As an on-the-road trucker for 20-plus years, said Duren, he stepped into a lot of thrift shops. He realized he had a good eye for product and for seeing what peo-ple need and like.
“So I decided to open a store of my own,” he said. He likes the old way of doing thrift business, where bartering was an option, and really enjoys making
people happy by keeping the prices low.“I’d rather make them happy than
make a killing,” he said. “I just keep things pretty cheap.”
Duren and McManis plan to rotate stock so there are different items on the
shelves each week. They are open Mon-day through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays they open at 11 a.m. and stay open as long as needed. Donations are
accepted during business hours.
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Resignation puts board in sta#-seeking mode
Water utility construction to begin this month
by Priscilla Bauer
Leader staff writerGRANTSBURG – As Grantsburg School
Board President Dave Ahlquist read the names off a list of staff resignations, looks of dismay appeared on the faces of board members.
Approving the loss of three teachers and one principal in the elementary and middle school was not how the board wanted to end their Monday, May 13, meeting.
One by one, the resignations were re-luctantly approved with the thanks and regrets.
When Ahlquist came to the resignation of middle school Principal Brad Jones, no board members stepped up to motion to approve.
“What if no one makes a motion?” joked board members as Jones sat smil-ing at the back of the room.
“Then you can’t leave,” several other board members chimed in as Superinten-dent Burgin began to speak.
“Brad, you have been here for nine years, almost a decade, and now you are leaving with this year the middle school report card coming back from the state rating it as the highest out of 39 middle schools in CESA 11,” commented Burgin.
Jones said working at Grantsburg had been a great experience for him, his wife Sherri, who teaches kindergarten at Nel-son School, and their family.
He cited his children’s desire to be closer to their grandparents as the rea-son for leaving. Jones will be returning to Forest City, Iowa, where he taught and coached for four years prior to moving to Wisconsin, taking a position as high school assistant principal and activities director. Jones cited the desire to be closer to family as the reason for leaving.
New board member Dan Ohnstad then made the motion to accept the Jones res-ignations but not before more joking by another board member of not accepting Sherri’s resignation as a way to hold on to Brad.
Another husband and wife who teach
at Grantsburg will also be leaving the district. The board approved the resigna-tions of Jason Hedrix, elementary physi-cal education teacher, and sixth-grade teacher Anna Hedrix.
and sixth-grade teacher, left open due to moves of teachers to other grade assign-ments also remain open.
The board heard a presentation from eighth-grade students Alyssa Swenson
the state National History Day competi-tion.
The students will attend the national competition in Washington, D.C., next week with their exhibit on the sinking of the Titanic.
The board approved a contract with CESA 10 to develop bid specs for the re-placement of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning controls at the Grants-
burg Middle School at a cost not to exceed $8,000 and to be paid for with year-end spend-down funds.
“We’re right on target,” said iForward Principal Billy Beesley, reporting 289 ap-plications had been received for open enrollment to the district’s online school. The board approved 245 of the applica-tions with the remainder still needing work before they could be accepted. Bee-sley said the exception to the open enroll-ment window was now closed and would reopen in July when the school could again accept new applications.
The board also approved 15 incoming open enrollment applications and eight outgoing students for the district’s brick-and-mortar schools.
The board awarded the low bid of $12,416 to Menards for the replacement of cabinets in the high school family and consumer science classroom. High schoolPrincipal Stan Marczak said the cabinets had seen their day and that this
was a proactive bid. “If we come up with the money through the reallocation of funds, we’ll do the project this year.”
committee assignments for the coming year.
Dave Ahlquist was re-elected as board president, with Dave Dahlberg again serving as vice president. Chris Erickson declined the nomination to continue as
job. Patty Bonneville will take Erickson’s place as treasurer. Cindy Jensen will con-tinue as the board clerk.
Several board members will be onstage to help hand out diplomas at the gradu-ation ceremony on Sunday, May 19, at 2 p.m.
Chlorine will be added to water during construction
by Sherill Summer
Leader staff writerWEBSTER - Webster Village residents
should soon start seeing signs of water utility construction expected to begin May 28. The construction is expected to last about 90 days. It is not anticipated that any streets will close during construction, although lane closures are a possibility.
It is most likely residents will notice the added chlorine to the water during construction. The Webster Village Board approved the use of chlorine during construction at the May Webster Village Board meeting held Wednesday, May 8, as a precaution because there will be several breaches to the water system as water mains are replaced and water lines are looped.
So far, the bids are lower than expected except for the supervisory control and data acquisition system that alerts the vil-
lage personnel when a part of the water utility isn’t working right. The village board rejected the SCADA bid and hopes
to replace the current outdated system once it designs a system that will work for the village. The board also plans on purchasing new water meters.
A police car with 91,000 miles broke down earlier this month. The village board decided to replace the motor for an estimated cost of $5,300 rather than rebuild the motor at an estimated cost of $4,500 because a new motor would have a better warranty. It is hoped that, with a fresh motor, the police department can get two or three more years out of the car.
The board will advertise for a two-year mowing bid with terms similar to the con-tract recently expired.
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Four optionsunder discussion
by Gregg Westigard
Leader staff writer BALSAM LAKE – The future of the
Polk County Home Care Program may be decided at the Tuesday, June 18, county board meeting. The Board of Health, at its meeting Tuesday, May 14, approved sub-mitting a resolution offering four options for the program. The board took no action Tuesday backing any option but will meet again on Tuesday, June 11, a week before the county board.
The options being presented are 1) make no change and continue the present program, 2) stop the program, 3) discon-tinue the program but provide stipends
and 4) look at ways to restructure the pro-gram. The Board of Health might endorse one of the options at its June 11 meeting.
Much of the discussion Tuesday fo-cused on home-care clients whose fi-nancial situation might keep them from getting care from other agencies. Several home care agencies in the area have said that they have the capacity to take all the clients now served by Polk County. County Administrator Dana Frey said he was told by four providers, “We will pick up everyone.”
Despite that, there was concern ex-pressed at the meeting that some of the present and future clients do not have the
pay the expense of the other providers. The county has a sliding fee scale and takes everyone as a client, even if they have no resources.
That number of “charity” clients was one of the unanswered questions at the meeting. Caralynn Hodgson, the home care supervisor, said there are three cli-ents now making no payments for the
but presented no details.Frey said that one option might be to
cover the cost of care for the present cli-ents if the Polk program closes. He said that might be less costly than continuing the annual budget expense it takes to op-
presented by Frey in April, the home care program has cost the county an average of $374,000 a year over the last 10 years. For 2012, the program cost was $215,442. That includes $125,430 that was budgeted for 2012 plus an additional $90,012 to cover the loss for the year.
A common theme throughout the meeting was “No one will be left out in the cold” if Polk decides to close its pro-gram.
Star Prairie man facesmultiple felony charges
by Greg Marsten
Leader staff writerAMERY – Authorities from the St. Croix
Valley Drug Task Force acted on a tip last Wednesday, May 8, that led to the arrest of Joseph Aubart, 29, Star Prairie, for pos-session of multiple drugs, as well as later charges of four felonies for manufacture and delivery of methamphetamine, pos-session with intent to sell, paraphernalia, and possession of synthetic marijuana.
Aubart was named in an undercover operation that originated at an alleged drug sale in Dresser and later led to po-lice getting the tip to look for Aubart’s vehicle.
The probable cause report noted that the informant believed Aubart as hav-ing a quantity of meth on his person last week, and the tip led to multiple agencies staking out locations to look for his ve-hicle which was supposed to be pulling a motorcycle trailer.
When discovered, Aubart is alleged to have tried to drop two bags of contra-band from his pock-ets, which police noticed was a bubble pipe and a gem pack with meth.
Further searches found over $300 in
cash, two more gem packs of meth, several small bags of mar-ijuana and even a concealed glass jar of marijuana in the motorcycle gas tank.
Aubart has a long history of criminal and drug arrests, including a total of 14 adult arrests in Wisconsin and another half dozen in Minnesota.
He was charged with four felony counts and one misdemeanor. He made an initial appearance on the charges be-fore Judge Jeffery Anderson on Thursday, May 9, where he set a $5,000 bond with a pending preliminary hearing.
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Appreciation to supervisorsI would like to express my sincere ap-
preciation to the Polk County supervisors who voted to continue the ban barring handguns from county property. While there is always lot of noise about consti-tutional rights, I applaud the 12 supervi-sors who wisely understood that, for the good of the community, there are certain places where guns simply are not ap-propriate. This issue has nothing to do with hunting, or the right to keep guns at home, it is simply the realization that citizens shouldn’t have to be armed at all times in a civil society.
In her sour grapes letter to the editor last week (May 8), Supervisor Kris Har-tung bemoans the 12 to 11 vote she says
that favored keeping Polk County prop-erty gun free. She then uses an equally
repeal of the county ordinance to suggest
sentiment. Where was the random sam-ple component in the Leader poll?
Hartung tries to prove her point by dragging out the old saw about Second Amendment rights to keep and bear arms. The Second Amendment is only a sentence long, so it shouldn’t be hard for even very slow readers to digest. “A well regulated militia being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.” Let’s deal with the well-regulated militia
(not including the military), we don’t know who owns most of them, there is no chain of command in this militia; there is no recognized leadership, no universal
purchase or gift and few transactions are recorded. We don’t know which mem-bers of this militia are too young, too old, paranoid, prone to rage, drunk, high on drugs, domestic abusers, careless or just
and anyone with a few bucks can get
concealed carry classes? Perhaps a man-datory “no shooter left behind” paper-and-pencil test would weed out who is
militia.A curious argument for those favoring
an end to the ban was that it only applies to honest citizens - the “bad guys” will just bring them anyway. If you carry this argument to its logical conclusion, there is no reason to have any laws; crooks will just break them anyway. Most citizens, including myself, will obey the law if it’s there. I will trust law enforcement to pro-tect me, not the armed guy in the corner who packs his own gun.
Hartung, in 2012 there were about
two fatalities. I see a problem that, in my opinion, won’t be solved by arming our entire population. If you have an honest, workable and affordable solution to gun violence I would like to hear it, but let’s keep Polk County buildings gun free and people friendly.
Chuck AdlemanLuck
The good guys will be recognizable
Interesting, the bigotry and hatred the lefties can “spew” when the Constitution gets in their way. “Cro-Magnon supervi-sors?” “Cowboy rights to blast away at imagined threats?” “Brain-damaged, eth-nically challenged, militarily or religiously disturbed moron.” Really? Anyone you forgot to insult there, Kelly Green?
A report by the Federal Bureau of Jus-
tice Statistics reveals that crime involving
last 20 years, with the rate of homicides committed with guns cut in half since 1993. Could it be that more states pass-ing conceal carry legislation has made us safer? The loonies point out that the U.S.
in terms of gun-related crime. What they don’t tell us is that if you take out four cities with some of the strictest gun con-trol laws in the nation, Chicago, New Or-leans, Detroit and Washington, D.C. - all run by progressive Democrats for decades
terms of gun violence. Disarming honest citizens does not make them safer.
The mass murderers in Connecticut, Aurora and Columbine had some dis-turbing things in common. They were all raised in liberal/progressive/Democrat families, they all were addicted to violent video games, and they were all illegally in possession of guns prior to using them to kill innocent people.
Supervisor Schmidt’s comments that the police department is just across the street and there is a “plan” that will kick in when someone enters a county build-ing with a gun is politically correct non-sense. No matter how accomplished a police force is, it is still a fact that when trouble is seconds away, the police are minutes away.
Kelly Green asks if we are all armed, what will the bad guys look like? They will be the ones charging into a govern-ment building determined to kill the people they hold responsible for termi-nating their parental rights. They will be the ones entering a government build-ing determined to kill the people they hold responsible for taking away their property because they haven’t paid their taxes. They will be the thugs who confront a mom pushing her child in a stroller de-manding money and then shoot her baby
they are in a city with a “no gun” policy, they are safe.
The good guys will be the people who are carefully evaluating the situation to determine if a well-placed shot might save lives.
Bob BlakeFrederic
Owes apologyKris Hartung (“A denial of Second
Amendment rights,” May 8) thinks peo-ple who work and do business in county buildings would be safer if handguns were allowed in those buildings. A major-ity of her fellow supervisors disagree and voted at a recent county board meeting to maintain a decades-old weapons ban. For that she accuses them of violating their
The problem, of course, is that Har-tung’s accusations are not true. One need only look at the website of the Wisconsin
overnment entities and agencies may pro-hibit CCW if appropriate notice is given.” (CCW stands for concealed carry weap-ons). Unless the supervisor believes that Republican Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen is complicit in some alleged plot to deny Second Amendment rights to the citizens of Polk County, I suggest that Hartung owes her fellow board members an apology. There was nothing unconsti-tutional about their actions.
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Connecting withtheir community
I would like to commend the Webster football team for their service to the com-munity. On Saturday, May 11, they con-ducted their spring cleanup/fundraiser. This was the second spring that I partici-pated in this program. It was a pleasure meeting several athletes as they donated their time to help with various spring cleanup chores. They were polite, hard-working, enthusiastic and fun.
Also, gratitiude is extended to the coaches, Mr. Voeltz and Mr. Kroll. They did an outstanding job of organizing this event. They checked on the students several times and made sure that all was going well.
This was a successful community ser-vice learning event. Webster is fortunate to have coaches and students who want to connect with their community.
I look forward to participating in their next project.
Gail SchroetkeWebster
Time for Lyme The ticks are out, and have been now
for some time. Lyme disease, then, is just around the corner. Living in an endemic area as we do, we are more likely than not
or on ourselves. If we are not vigilant in checking for these on ourselves, our chil-dren and on our pets, we could very well end up becoming infected. Prevention is key here, and so these are a few good sug-gestions to help you with prevention.
Avoid walking in overgrown grass, leaf litter and brush. When in the woods, stick to the center of the trail, and don’t
sit on fallen logs. However, according to the Connecticut Tick Management Handbook, most people become infected around their home. Clear away brush and fallen leaves. Keep your grass short. Bird feeders and wood piles attract tick-carry-ing mice so keep them far from the house. Don’t feed the deer or use plantings that attract them. Pets can bring the ticks in-doors so use appropriate tick products and perform tick checks on pets that go outdoors.
Permethrin is an insecticide; it’s es-sential to personal prevention plans. It bonds to fabrics and, once dry, it won’t transfer to the skin. Permethrin can be ap-plied to clothing, sleeping bags, tents and other gear; it should not be used on the skin. Depending on the product, it lasts two to six weeks, and through multiple washings. Be sure to check that the repel-lent you purchase is the correct one, as one uses DEET and the other, Permethrin. DEET is an older repellent, and multiple strengths are available. Because ticks are harder to repel than other insects, use concentrations of 30 percent or higher. DEET is safe to apply to unbroken skin, wool and cotton, but can damage other fabrics and materials, such as rubber. The EPA advises that DEET is safe for anyone over two months of age but Canada’s health department recommends against using DEET on children.
Picaridin is a newer repellent that’s as effective as DEET. Multiple strengths are available. Use concentrations of 20 percent. Picaridin is safe to apply to un-broken skin, fabrics and materials. It is nontoxic and the EPA states it is safe for children of all ages.
Before closing, I need to share that at our next Western Wisconsin Lyme Educa-tion and Support Group meeting we will be hosting another guest speaker, Dr. Kel-ley Hagenbuch, D.C.M.H. (master herbal-
helping Lyme Victims.” Kelley is an inte-grated herbalism practitioner in Taylors Falls, Minn., who has been working with Lyme patients since 2008. She will be giv-ing a short presentation on her meth-ods with herbal medicine in supporting chronic Lyme recovery. Our meeting will be held on Thursday, May 23, 7p.m., at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 217 Deronda Ave. in Amery. We look for-ward to welcoming you.
Should you have any questions, you may reach me at 715-268-2856. Others in our group who may be reached are Paula at 715-268-2035 or Bonnie at 715-268-9557.
Ann KrisikAmery Editor’s note: Ann is a member of the
Western Wisconsin Lyme Education and Support Group that meets in Amery on the fourth Thursday of every month from March through October.
An open letter to county commissioners
Please accept my thanks and gratitude for voting to keep in place the ordinance disallowing guns in public buildings. It is heartening to know that 12 supervisors were able to tune out the very vocal mi-nority who seem to think no place should be gun free.
I was not at the meeting, but when I read the newspaper account and saw fol-low-up letters in the Inter-County Leader, May 9, I could only feel sorry for the pro-ponents. Do they live in such fear of their fellow citizens? Their constituents? What sad lives for them. Perhaps you voted as you did because you share my belief that most of us are law-abiding folks; and you, too, know that, while evil and/or mental illness are realities worldwide, in no other
country do perpetrators have limitless ac-cess to guns and ammunition to carry out deadly intentions.
It is amazing to me that with the sta-tistics regarding our national health prob-lem, 30,000 deaths a year; with the rise of domestic terrorists who kill family mem-bers, notably women, children, innocents or complete strangers with abandon and at random; with the fact that even highly trained law enforcement and military reg-ularly miss most targets and even hit by-standers, that community leaders would vote to repeal this sensible ordinance.
I was somewhat surprised at the names of some persons voting “yes” yet not so surprised at the echo chamber nonsense
keep guns out ... Second Amendment (well-trained militia? Isn’t that now called National Guard?) and the kicker for me - how many female respondents might have skewed the results. Um ... yes, and who are the main targets in do-mestic abuse?
facts will ever alter their opinions. One can only state the fact, smile, say a prayer and let it go. Maybe the best and the most that I can do as a community member is to let you know that your stand for rea-son is a blessing to the county. Surely, in a culture of guns, you may be harshly challenged for your honorable position. Please keep in mind that the majority of residents in Polk County more likely re-
Reasonable restrictions are common sense and are a small measure toward the safety of all.
In a letter last month, I wrote about local heroes. You’ve joined the list. Thank you.
Marilyn Brissett-KrugerSt. Croix Falls
Horse Lake watershed selected for national water quality initiativeBALSAM LAKE - The Horse Lake - Horse Creek wa-
tershed in Polk County is one of three watersheds in Wisconsin selected for a special National Water Quality Initiative through USDA, announced Keith Zygowicz, district conservationist for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service.
Farmers and landowners in the Horse Lake-Horse Creek watershed, which is located in southwest Polk County (see map) may qualify for funding for conserva-tion practices to prevent soil erosion, build soil health and improve water quality and wildlife habitat.
“The time line is short,” said Zygowicz. “Farmers should call NRCS soon to talk about their land and con-servation needs.” There will be two application periods this year, with deadlines of June 21 and July 12. All ap-plications must be in no later than July 12 in order to be considered for funding in 2013.
Three watersheds have been selected in Wisconsin.
• Pigeon Lake-Pigeon River in Waupaca County• Horse Lake-Horse Creek in Polk County• Big Green Lake in Green CountyThese watersheds were selected with help from state
agencies, partners and the NRCS State Technical Com-mittee. They have strong county conservation involve-ment, ongoing water quality monitoring and a history of farmer participation in conservation programs.
Using nearly $1.4 million from the Environmental Quality Incentives Program, NRCS will provide funding and advice to producers to install conservation practices
-ment planning in watersheds where the federal invest-ment can make a difference to improve water quality.
Upland conservation practices will reduce soil erosion and sediment delivery from cropland. These practices include contour buffers, critical area planting, grade sta-bilization, grazing and grassed waterways. To restore the stream corridor itself, streambank fencing, riprap, critical area planting, in-stream structures and buffers can be used.
a continuous basis throughout the year. All applications must be received by either June 21 or July 12 to be con-sidered for funding in 2013. This summer, NRCS will notify all applicants of the results and begin developing contracts with selected applicants.
Please contact Keith Zygowicz or C. Lars Olson, Bal-sam Lake Service Center, 941 Mallard Lane, Room 103, Balsam Lake, WI 54810-9079. Phone 715-485-3138, ext. 6.
For more information about NRCS programs, ini-tiatives and services in Wisconsin, visit us online at wi.nrcs.usda.gov. - from USDA
Reform and refocusWisconsin jobs agency
This week brought Wisconsin more good news as we work to improve our
-ation. On the state budget, new tax col-lection data and revenue projections now show that over $500 million in revenue growth will occur over a three-year pe-riod, indicating a growing economy. At the same time, Chief Executive Magazine again recognized Wisconsin’s improved business climate by raising our state’s position in their rankings to 17th in the nation, an improvement from 41st just three years ago.
While the positive news showing that Wisconsin is on the right track was en-couraging, there is great disappointment with the results of the recent audit issued by the Legislative Audit Bureau on the
Wisconsin Economic Development Cor-poration. WEDC is the entity charged by the state to attract and grow jobs through administration of our state’s job creation programs.
The LAB report raised serious concerns with the procedures and record-keeping policies of WEDC, while also calling into question the agency’s purchasing prac-tices. The Legislature’s audit committee held a follow-up hearing this week to
-port and to obtain information on correc-tive actions being taken.
Given the unacceptable report by the
LAB, the budget-writing committee took action on Thursday to ensure WEDC’s compliance with the audit’s recommen-dations. Funding in the second year of the state budget will be withheld until the WEDC leadership reports to the committee on compliance with the audit. Additional audit requirements were also put in place and WEDC will now be re-quired to adopt state purchasing require-ments. As a member of the committee, I supported and voted for these measures.
In addition to the budget-writing com-mittee’s actions, I have authored two bipartisan bills seeking to improve the oversight and transparency of WEDC. One of the bills was included as part of the budget-writing committee’s action, which would ensure that an independent
annually. The other bill would establish
board. Board members currently serve
at the pleasure of their appointing au-thority. The legislation I am proposing would enable greater independence by board members as they make economic development decisions and set WEDC policy.
While the challenges facing WEDC are
hopeful that the new leadership will
-portant to growing our state’s economy, and the state Legislature’s actions this week demonstrate our commitment to reform and refocus this agency.
Please visit my website at harsdorf-
1092 or 608-266-7745 with your comments or questions on WEDC reform. - from the
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Water rate and insurance increases likely coming soon for Siren residents
Grantsburg looking at separate ambulance contract
Village board to go a#erSafe Drinking Water
loan/grantby Sherill Summer
Leader staff writerSIREN - The Siren Village Board’s quest
to improve the village water utility with a DNR Safe Drinking Water loan/ grant took a couple of big steps forward at the Siren Village Board meeting on Thurs-day, May 9. A couple of resolutions were passed and engineer plans were ordered for the seven projects on the list. The ap-plication and engineer plans are expected to cost $75,000. The village will soon apply for a CDBG grant that could pay for some of the project costs.
If all goes well, construction will begin
during the summer of 2014. If the village does not receive the expected funding, they could decide not to go ahead with the projects. The engineer plans would be good for several years if the village chooses to proceed with the improve-ments, piecemeal.
The projects will be paid for through the water bills. Last year the water util-ity operated at nearly a $10,000 loss. The state’s public service commission will re-quest that the village board raise water rates enough to cover the loss and pay for the project, although it is the village board that has the authority to set the water rate and decide how quickly any rate hike will go into effect. It is expected that the PSC will request about $51,000 more annually through the water bills.
The water bill includes both water and sewer costs, and the water portion is
smaller than the sewer portion. If the vil-lage decides to increase the water bill by 30 percent, the service charge for a typi-cal 5/8 meter would increase by $2.16 per month and 1,000 gallons of water would cost an additional $2.97. A 60-percent increase would raise the typical service charge by about $4.32 a month, and 1,000 gallons of water would cost an additional $5.94. As of now the increase amount has not been determined.
The Siren board renewed the Anthem health insurance policy for another year at a 9.8-percent increase. A 10-percent in-crease was budgeted.
The board is expected to have several options next year when the federal ex-change will be available. The board could also decide to switch to a health savings
now in use by village employees cannot be used with an HSA, so they would need time to plan for a switch if the village board chooses to go this route.
Kevin Link of the Siren Fire Depart-ment told the village board of a 10K and 19-mile run the department hopes to de-velop as an annual fundraiser. As of now, many of the details have not been worked out, but it is hoped the run could be used as a training run for those planning on running the Grandma’s Marathon in Du-
likely take place in 2014.
Rod Kleiss appointed to village board
by Gregg Westigard
Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – The Grantsburg Vil-
lage Board is supporting talks with North Memorial Ambulance on the possibility of a separate ambulance service contract.
board meeting Monday, May 13, that also saw the appointment of a new board
discussion of music speakers outside vil-lage bars and the route for a soap box derby in July.
Village President Glenn Rolloff led off the ambulance discussion by requesting board support for him to discuss a pos-sible separate contract between the vil-lage and North Memorial. Rolloff said the present funding situation is not eq-uitable, with the ambulance service cost per household much higher in the village than in the eastern part of the county. He said that a plan was proposed to switch funding from a method based solely on population to a system based half on population and half on the number of improved properties in a town or village.
That proposal, which Rolloff said would take summer residents into con-sideration, was defeated at a meeting of the Burnett Towns Association April 25. Eleven municipalities voted for no change in the contract, and nine municipalities voted for the mixed system. Rolloff said he does not want the village to accept that vote without looking for alternatives.
The alternative which Rolloff wants to discuss with North would probably include some neighboring towns, but he
-tacted about the idea. Anderson, Wood River, West Marshland and the Town of Grantsburg are part of the Grantsburg Fire Association which was mentioned as a possible base for a separate contract. The village board passed a motion to con-
tinue the contract talks. The contract between North Memorial
and most of the municipalities in Burnett County for ambulance service comes up for renewal this summer. A new four-year contract must be signed by the end of June. Under the contract, North provides ambulance service to the three village and 18 of the 21 towns. Dewey, Roosevelt and Trade Lake are served by other agencies.
The meeting started with the appoint-
vacancy created by the recent resignation of Tasha Burlini-Olson. Kleiss and Tracy Finch had applied for the seat. Circuit Judge Ken Kutz then administered oaths to four newly elected and appointed vil-
positions. New Village President Rolloff is replacing Roger Panek who retired after many years of village service. New trustees are Dale Dresel, returning to the board after several previous terms, Diane Barton, elected as a write-in candidate in April, and Kleiss. Leaving the board are Panek, Burlini-Olson and Dean Joseph-son who did not run for re-election.
The village-sponsored open ice skat-ing has been a growing success, Angie Bonander reported. She said 620 people skated on the indoor rink this past win-ter, up from 313 people two winters ago.
“It is heartwarming to see families out on the ice and enjoying time together,” she said. Bonander said the number of hours available is OK but a Friday night session might be added next winter. The village supports the skating rink, which is used for team hockey, by buying hours of rink time for public use.
Sheila Meyer, the village treasurer, was praised during the meeting. “Sheila is far beyond the basics in the job she does (with
as he presented the annual audit report. “She is one of the best in the area.” And Dan Penzkover of SEH Engineering said,
-lage projects and funding requests). SEH only has to do the plans.”
Much of the meeting involved what should be allowed outside at the local bars. Dennis McKenzie requested permis-sion to have outdoor music in the space behind Denny’s Downtown Lanes and permission to set up a volleyball court. The space is an area surrounded by build-ings at the back of the bar, the designated smoking area. Part of the board discus-sion centered on whether the sound from the speakers and the volleyball players would carry to the home two blocks to the north.
It was pointed out that the Rendezvous Bar has had outside music speakers for a year. Two village bars now have outside sports facilities, including a volleyball court at T-Dawgs and a horseshoe pitch at Dreamer’s St. Croix Grill. The issue of issuing a permit for Denny’s was post-poned until June to allow the board mem-bers to hear from the impacted public.
A track for the soap box derby, a new race to be fashioned after the annual
for Pine Street. The race will be on June 8 during Big Gust Days. There was an extended discussion on whether to allow open containers of beer at the event, with permission granted to allow plastic cups and cans. Brian Sundby, organizer of the event, told the council that the planning was on “unchartered waters.”
Ambulanceplanning meeting
questioned
by Gregg Westigard
Leader staff writer GRANTSBURG – A meeting of
25 Towns Association meeting was questioned by Grantsburg Village President Glenn Rolloff at the village board meeting Monday, May 13. He claimed that the vote by Webster to support the present ambulance ser-vice payment system was the result of what he called a “closed” meeting in Jackson.
That meeting was referred to in the minutes of a Webster special village board meeting on April 23. At that meeting, Webster Board member Tim Maloney referred to a recent meeting in Jackson where eight towns were represented.
Jackson town clerk Lorraine Radke told the Leader that an “informal meeting” was held in mid-April. She said the meeting to discuss the ambu-lance contract was asked for by the Town of Scott and was held at the Jackson Town Hall because that was a more central location. Radke said the gathering was not a meeting of the town board but was posted locally as an informal meeting.
The Webster Village Board voted six to zero to stay with the present formula at its April 23 meeting.
SCVHCF Golf Classiccoming to Frederic Golf Course
Rotary gives to summer music seriesFREDERIC - Now that the warmer
temps offer the chance to swing a golf club again, it’s time to think about par-ticipating in the 13th-annual SCRMC Golf Classic on Friday, June 14. Here’s a great way to play nine or 18 holes with friends and associates on the golf course in Fred-eric and to contribute to a very worthy cause — the mission of the St. Croix Val-ley Health Care Foundation and the pa-
We have several opportunities through which you, a company or business, or someone you know can participate. There are a limited number of major sponsor-ships available, which means your do-nation and company name will receive special attention. Please note that spon-sorships do not include golf fees.
Cash prizes, two hole-in-one contests sponsored by Larsen Auto and Johnson Motors, and other course games will add to your fun. Don’t delay as this tourna-ment sells out quickly.
All proceeds from this event, organized this year solely by the SCVHC Founda-tion, are earmarked toward the founda-tion’s mission of supporting patient care
through lifesaving equipment and pro-viding health care scholarships for future caregivers.
form to register a team, contact Laurie Nelson at 715-483-0587 or Sandra Wil-liams at SCRMC, 715-483-0247. If you have a business associate (vendor) who should receive a personal invitation, please email [email protected]. – from SCRMC
Storm shelters discussed by Centuria Village Board
Deputy shortage will signi!cantly impact lakes and trails enforcement
Board gets update on 4th Street project
by Marty Seeger
Leader staff writerCENTURIA– The Centuria Village
Board convened for its monthly meeting on Monday, May 13, with several items on the agenda. One of those items discussed the topic of storm shelters within the vil-lage.
Scott Petznick, who took over as pastor at New Wine Ministries Church in Centu-ria, was told there was a potential storm shelter at the church, and asked the board what is expected of the church.
“I was just kind of in the dark about what’s expected. What was established,” Petznick explained.
“We don’t have a public place where people can go in the event of a severe storm,” explained village President Dave Markert.
Fire Chief Tony Weinzirl explained that in the past, whenever village residents inquired about where they might be able to go in the event of a severe storm, they were directed to the church.
“At that time, the lower level at your place was available. So it was publicly made known to be available to the public in the event of a severe storm, but that is a long time ago now,” Weinzirl said.
It was also stressed that the church base-ment is still not technically a designated storm shelter, so members of the commu-
the church. Weinzirl further explained to Petznick. “If people came forward look-ing for options, as a village we don’t have any structures or areas which can safely be designated as a shelter, and there’s some issues with public entity earmarking a pri-vate property as a shelter. There’s a whole
lot of issues that could cloud the water, and are best handled between you and the good Samaritans.”
Petznick said that the shelter is rather small, and could hold roughly 25 people. He also raised concerns that someone may not be at the church at the time of a severe storm, and doors could be locked.
“We’ll just leave it at, whoever shows up, shows up. If we’re there we’re there, if we’re not, we’re not,” Petznick said.
Tim Skiba, founder of Sunway, a manu-facturer in Centuria that offers ergonomic office equipment, spoke to the board about adding a new building sometime this summer to their facility in the indus-trial park, which already encompasses up to 27,600 square feet. Skiba is requesting
how well it worked with other businesses in the area.
“I’m not really looking at getting money up front, I guess what we’re looking for is
kind of a tax thing,” Skiba said.Mike LeRoux, marketing manager at
Sunway, reiterated to the board that the company has been “busting at the seams” lately, and that it’s time to give the com-pany more space. Currently, the company is working at a space in St. Croix Falls, and they hope to eventually be in one building.
Markert said the board’s general dispo-sition will likely be positive, but they want
-fore they move forward within the next month.
David Rasmussen of MSA professional services was on hand to give an update on the 4th Street project currently going on in Centuria. The project to improve the street and street lighting got under way in early April, along with Monarch Paving and J&S General Contracting and LPD Electric.
Along with the cutting of pavement and streetlight removals, work continued with milling of the blacktop surface of 4th Street
and intersections between Polk Avenue and Hwy. 35. The project is expected to be completed near the end of June.
“Basically, we’re still on schedule with the project, even though we’ve had, I
of this ‘beautiful’ weather we’re having,” Rasmussen said.
Along with some unsatisfactory weather, it was said there were some glitches in the milling work. It was said that they milled through some areas of the street that they didn’t expect to, but only because some spots had up to 10 inches of blacktop, while others had just 6 inches or even less. In speaking with engineers, Weinzirl said that it makes a difference in what kind of pavement goes on top, and there’s a possibility that millers may need to come back. Other than that, much of the major work has been completed.
• The board approved a request through -
ment for the cost of the streetlights for the 4th Street project. The board agreed to pay one-fourth of the cost at $24,557.54. The total cost will end up being roughly $60,000 and, once that total is made, the rest will be up to the village.
• The village board made a motion to approve a letter of commendation to Laura Roettger, a longtime Centuria Library board member, who is resigning.
“I would like the board to pass a mo-tion commending her and authorizing me to sign the letter, commending her for her service to the village as a long-standing member of the library board,” Markert said.
Since the library board already has an extra board member, no new member will
by Priscilla Bauer
Leader staff writer
Ryan Bybee came to the Thursday, May 9, natural resources committee meeting to plead his case for more funding and support of the forestry and recreation pro-gram.
on regular patrol duty for the summer,” -
cant as we will have the least lake and trail enforcement in four years.”
Bybee asked the committee for addi-tional funding for another limited-time employee to work eight hours, four days a week.
Bybee then introduced Ethan Purkapile, who has been hired as LTE through the summer.
Purkapile is 2012 graduate of UW-Ste-vens Point with a major in sociology and a minor in psychology, and a 2013 graduate of Midstate Tech in Wisconsin Rapids with
-tion.
Bybee said $15,000 was budgeted for LTE snowmobile, ATV and boat patrol and about $11,000 is left for the summer season. “We can either hire one LTE dep-uty and he can work four days per week by himself, or we could hire a second LTE and the two LTEs could work together, but only for about 16 hours, each, per week for the rest of the summer.”
“If I was still working full time as the recreation deputy, the $11,000 would be
about 20 hours, each, per week for the rest of the summer,” explained Bybee. “But since I’ve been removed from my full-
vacant patrol shift, more funding for help is needed to provide the same level of en-forcement as last year.
“Burnett County has the largest number of trails closest to the Twin Cities,” Bybee told the committee. “The 2013 season will offer more ATV riding opportunities in Burnett County than ever before.
“More town roads and county roads are open to ATVs and UTVs are now here to stay. Some townships have opened all
these ATV road routes and taking ATV-related complaints,” Bybee stressed. “All I’m asking for is assistance to fund full coverage for the 2013 summer. I’d like to see us maintain the same level of safety we have provided during the last four
years. We have created an expectation Burnett County is a safe place for outdoor recreating. Families have come to recog-nize Burnett County as a safe place to ride.
“We have developed a system of safe ATV trails and we had zero ATV fatalities last year. Last winter I only worked part time as the recreation deputy during the snowmobile season and the LTE recreation deputy worked part time also,” Bybee em-
we provided less enforcement and during the two-month snowmobile season we had four reported snowmobile crashes, which is a record high during the last four sea-sons. We had a shorter than normal season with more crashes. It is possible that we had more crashes because we provided less enforcement.”
“So the LTE will have no supervision by you, Ryan?” asked committee member Gene Olson.
“I will still be supervising the current LTE, but, without more funding, he will be working without a partner. I’m work-ing with our volunteer patrol to assist him but mostly he will be working from the truck, which is the least effective method of recreation patrol,” replied Bybee.
Bybee explained to the committee a buddy system is needed when patrolling trails and lakes. “You can’t send someone out there alone. It just doesn’t work.
A recreation deputy needs to be out in
some trail dust always pays off. The rec-
-ter manage the trails in his jurisdiction be-cause you learn the actual trail system. It pays to have a law enforcement partner when conducting boating enforcement on the lakes. This applies to the trails too.”
“It would be a terrible shame now that we have a new boat if we can’t patrol the lakes,” commented Roger Noe, who rep-resents the lakes associations on the com-mittee.
Bybee said the program is funded by the DNR in the form of a reimbursement program. Any county sheriff that pro-vides ATV, boat and snowmobile patrol is eligible for this money. Boating is reim-bursed at a maximum of 75 percent. ATV and snowmobile patrols are reimbursed at a maximum of 100 percent. “Our re-imbursement percentage during the last four years has ranged from a low of 69 percent for boat to a high of 95 percent for ATV. We have always been reimbursed
more than we spent.”Bybee said his allocated salary of $8,000
for rec patrol duty would allow the hire
then being able to work 36-40 hours per week. This would equate to four days of patrol coverage on the lakes and trails dur-ing the busy summer season. Bybee said any leftover funding would be applied to the snowmobile season.
“The request for additional funds will have to go to the administration commit-tee,” said committee Chair Ed Peterson.
“For the sake of the county and tourism population, then we need to take this to the administration committee and get fur-ther funding,” said Olson.
County Conservationist Dave Ferris reported only 12-percent tillage has been done so far this year as compared to 66 percent at the same time last year with only four percent corn planted compared to 29 percent last year.
Ferris reported everything was OK on a recent inspection by the land and con-servation department and the DNR of the county’s frac sand mine.
County forest Administrator Jake Nich-ols reported activity with regard to timber sales has picked up.
Nichols told the committee the new DNR liaison, Bob Hauser, will start on May 20.
According to Nichols, the forestry de-partment is seeing more and more oak wilt since the storm two years ago. Nichols said red oak is more susceptible than white oak. Nichols said care should be taken if cutting timber near affected trees as the disease is often carried from spot to spot
is a big issue,” said Nichols. “Oak wilt is
a little scary. If it gets to areas we are cut-ting, such as Swiss, that could mean clos-ing cutting. But we’re not to that point yet though.”
Nichols gave an update on the pend-ing Dogtown Creek property acquisition by the county. Nichols said the owners had been contacted to see if they had con-sidered the county’s offer and he had re-ceived a reply stating the offer is still being discussed by family members. Nichols said he would continue to stay in contact with the owners in hopes of reaching a purchase agreement soon. Nichols said the property appraisal the county had done is good for one year.
As to the 500-acre land trade with the state, Nichols reported the state is wait-ing for federal approval and the county is ready to go ahead with the trade.
Nichols said 131,000 trees had been planted in 2-1/2 days on 150 acres.
The Siren Lions Club submitted a re-quest to construct and donate a pavilion for the Milton E. Stellrecht County Park on Clam Lake. Nichols told the committee he recommended approving the request contingent on the need for a variance from zoning and an archeological check of the area. Committee member Olson asked who would be responsible for mainte-nance of the pavilion once built, to which Nichols replied the forestry department would maintain it as the department does with similar structures at county parks and recreation areas.
The committee approved the 2013-14 ATV and snowmobile trail service con-tracts between the county and the Turf and Tundra Trails Association (summer main-tenance) and the Burnett County Snow Trails Association (winter maintenance).
LUCK - The 18th-annual Luck Area American Cancer Society Walk/Run Sat-urday, May 11, raised over $30,000. The event’s corporate sponsors were Luck Medical Clinic/Amery Regional Medical Center and St. Croix Valley Hardwoods Inc.
Despite intermittent inclement weather, approximately 150 registered participants
route through Triangle Park where the
seen. The paper angels were made and decorated by students at the elementary school and were available for purchase at different levels. Luck Golf Course and Sterling Bank each sponsored the $100 Hope level, and Amy Fossum and fam-ily sponsored the $250 love level. An-gels were available for purchase the day
or “in memory of” gave names of cancer victims honored through a $5 minimum donation.
Luck royalty, Randy Giller, Victoria Wood and Kalley Lunsmann, greeted those arriving at the event. The volun-teers at the registration table were Katie Tolan and 11-month-old Anna, Ami Cran, Sheila Berklund, Marcy Plomski, Sue Gil-hoi, Jean Giller, Ronda Madsen, Hanna
Erickson and Toby Erickson greeted and registered 18 cancer survivors and pro-vided them with “survivor” T-shirts. Sue Messer gave out T-shirts to other walk/run participants. Hilda Trudeau and Barb Walstrom took team pictures. Steve Wilson provided the sound system and music throughout the morning. Meryl Walsten worked at the silent auction for the autographed Packer football.
Lynn Stoklasa arranged for food and beverages before and after the walk/run.
This included donations from Wayne’s Food Plus, Luck; River Valley Pharmacy, St. Croix Falls; and Natural Alternatives Food Co-op, Luck. Those helping Lynn were Rae Perszyk, Kim Harvey and Mari-lyn Berg.
Beth Cunningham coordinated the opening ceremony. Diane Geis Hapka, ACS representative, said the ACS cel-ebrates its 100th anniversary this May and that two out of three people diag-nosed with cancer today survive. In Polk County, over 950 people die each year. Many services of ACS are provided for them including Hope Lodge which is a home away from home for cancer victims and their families. Luck is a small com-munity that raises funds in a big way.
Marsha Jensen, this year’s honorary chair, spoke about her battle with Stage 4 lung cancer. Gratitude was given to Sandy Bartlet for donating her ponytail to Locks of Love. Interfaith Caregivers was represented and says it pays for mileage
for volunteers to transport cancer patients to treatment through its Road to Recovery program.
Sandy and the Gang, $10,880.18; Luck Lutheran, $4,392; Laketown Lutheran, $3,710.00; Snociables/Trudeau, $1,955 and the Erickson Family, $1,085.
The top 10 individual fundraisers were Marlys Hedberg, $3,115.00; Margie Nel-son, $3,057; Sheila Berklund, $2,305.00; Cassie McKenzie, $1,080; Hilda Trudeau, $1,055.00; Sandy Lundquist, $1,045, Beth Cunningham, $1,040; Jan Frankhauser, $760; Bryan Cunningham, $755; and Kris Hackett, $755. The top four individual fundraisers received awards from Holi-
and Van Meter Meats (two $25 gift cer-
All watched as honorary chair Jensen, surrounded by cancer survivors, cut the ribbon to begin the walk/run. Bob Kreut-zian was along the route to give assistance to any weary walkers. Travis McKenzie provided water, supplied by Kinetico, to anyone needing it. John Erickson, Luck Fire Department, directed walkers/run-ners along the route. Nick Nelson, Luck Police, was present to give assistance as needed.
Gratitude was expressed to all who support the Luck Area ACS Walk/Run
Foot A Bucks, silent auction and donating to the walkers/runners. Monies from all of these go into this year’s total amount of over $30,000. - submitted from Luck Area ACS
Luck Area ACS Walk/Run raises funds to fight cancer
Photos by Cassie McKenzie
Strong turnout for Frederic ACS walk/runFREDERIC - The Frederic Area Ameri-
can Cancer Society Walk/Run on Sat-urday, May 11, had 147 registered participants and 14 teams. The total amount raised was $22,927.50 with ad-ditional money still coming in.
A very special thank-you to Honorary chair Joan Jendro and all the cancer sur-vivors who attended the walk.
A thank-you to all the businesses that purchased Signs of Hope that were on display along the walk/run route.
The following businesses and individ-uals gave their help and support to the walk.
Frederic ACS Walk/Run sponsors Larsen Auto Centers, Amery Regional Medical Center and St. Croix Regional Medical Center.
A special thank-you to American Can-cer Society representative Kellie Bur-roughs.
The Rose Garden.-
cery, apples, Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board and Polk and Burnett County Dairy Promotion, string cheese, Sylvia Hansen, Nancy Hardenbergh, Elvira Schmidt and Rhoda Jensen, cookies.
Water Systems WaterPublicity; Doug Panek, Gary King,
Mary Stirrat and the Inter-County Leader.-
cal Clinic/ Sundown Saloon $4,031.50; Ash Street Gang $2,746; Hacker’s Lanes $2,205; Hansen Family and Friend $2,020; Dot Buecksler Family and Friends; $1,095; Schmidt Family and Friends $1,010; Georgetown Lutheran $1,000; Scrabble Fanatics $775; Pilgrim Lutheran $755; St. Luke’s Saints $545; Good Cheer Club $540; Frederic Schools $ 480; Team Chill $145; Crosswalk Community Church $120; Team Karli $50 and individual walkers raised $175.
The top individual fundraisers were;
Linda Clausen and Patti Fredericks $3,766.50; Nancy Hardenbergh $2,485; Jim Prodger $1,900; JoAnn Gibbs $540; Edna Martin $455; Elvira Schmidt $430; Sylvia Hansen $430; Dolf Schmidt $405; Teressa Jensen $335; Ron Hansen $330; and Gerald Hansen $310.
Signs of Hope raised $2,200, athletic
$160, and the autographed Packer foot-ball silent auction raised $75. Dave Du-shek U. P. S. driver had the winning bid on the football.
Many volunteers helped with the walk.-
tee members and Burrows.Served coffee, apples, cheese and cook-
and Allison Free
Helped with the silent auction on
Allison Free
Golden Oaks
Shearrow, Marlene Dahlberg and Kellie Burroughs
Provided registration site and PA sys-
Provided needed items for registration
Hosted Kickoff Meeting, Hacker’s Lanes, set up for Kickoff breakfast, Linda Richter
Provided breakfast sandwiches for
Pilgrim Lutheran ChurchPut Walk/Run information on Frederic
Created and put up walk banner at
Displayed poster of 2012 Honorary -
ityProvided buy one, get one free, golf
vouchers for each participant and free
Spencer and the Frederic Golf CoursePut up and took down Signs of Hope
Donated Green Bay Packer auto-
Bay Packers
Robbin and Jordan Coddington Provided intersection patrol and es-
-son
A very special thank-you to everyone who walked, supported a walker or sup-ported the walk in any way.
The Frederic Area Walk/Run com-mittee members are Sylvia Hansen, Kay Thorsbakken, Phyllis Wilder, Nancy Hardenbergh, Colleen Draxler, JoAnn Gibbs, Phyllis Meyer, Amy Free and El-vira Schmidt. - from Frederic Area American Cancer Society
Photos by Sharon Jensen
Syrén Lilac Fest Frukost
(Swedish Breakfast Buffet) & Homemade Baked
Goods Sale Saturday, May 18, 2013
8 - 11 a.m.
Siren United Methodist Church Corner of First Ave. and Bradley Street
Suggested Frukost Donation Adults $ 5 • Age 10 & Under $ 3
Sponsored by the Siren United Methodist Church Men & Women
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SCF council weighs in on winter ATVsGandy Dancer Trail
winter-only useconcerns raised
by Greg Marsten
Leader staff writerST. CROIX FALLS – Recent actions at the county level
to allow all-terrain vehicles on the Gandy Dancer Trail during the winter were part of an extensive discussion at the St. Croix Falls Common Council meeting on Mon-day, May 13.
At issue is that a portion of the trail terminus in the city, referred to as the Interlink Trail, is technically on city land, and the issue received a lukewarm reception, at best.
Polk County Board supervisor Tom Engel approached the council with information from the Polk County Prop-erty, Parks and Solid Waste committee, which is weigh-ing the possibility to open the county portion of the former rail line to winter use by ATVs, in concert with snowmobiles.
Engel said the county is considering the move to capi-talize on similar actions in Burnett County, which voted recently to allow the machines on that county’s portion of the Gandy Dancer.
“Burnett County (voted) to allow (ATV use) on their 18 miles of the trail only when the ground is frozen,” Engel said. “The city’s Interlink Trail is extremely vital.”
Engel said the committee is leaning toward using a similar criteria of opening the trail to ATVs, in other words, only when snowmobiles are allowed or when there is a solid snow base, usually a minimum of 6 inches.
Engel and the council both admitted they may need to research actual landownership issues, as the trail splits and may cross private lands for a portion.
“It probably needs to be researched and decided,” Engel said.
While the item was purely for discussion, there were concerns raised, primarily about how Burnett County will decide when the “frozen ground” criteria is met.
“Honestly, I’m not sure how they manage that,” Engel said, as he endorsed the snow-cover standard, instead.
nothing; apply the frozen-ground standard; apply the snowmobile snow-cover standard or some other alter-native criteria.
“It could mean a fair amount of money to the local economy, all around,” Engel said.
There were several comments against the idea, but Engel said they seemed to ignore the winter-only use.
“ATV use (on the trail) in the summer is not even a discussion point,” Engel assured.
Engel also assured that previous concerns about ATV use nullifying state and federal trail grants was no longer an issue, due to the trail being over 20 years old. “Nei-ther the state DOT or the federal highway agencies have an interest in how it’s used,” Engel said. “But it does change the maintenance grants.”
Council concerns about snowmobile and ATV use compatibility did not seem to be a problem, Engel said, and he also said his own experience of living near the snowmobile trail has alleviated his own past noise con-cerns.
“Honestly, you can’t even hear them anymore,” Engel
Rarely do I hear a snowmobile running near the house anymore.”
Engel said he wanted to report the council’s support or concerns back to the county committee so they can weigh the entire issue before a full vote.
“We’d like the (trail use) as uniform as possible (be-tween the two counties),” Engel said, noting that they may always have “a few renegades,” regardless of the
Alderperson Randy Korb raised concerns, echoed by the council, about the Burnett frozen-ground criteria.
“That could change from night to night,” Korb said, with a nod. “This could stir up a hornet’s nest, I’m afraid.”
Alderperson Loreen Morrell agreed, and noted sev-eral concerns and issues, and said that the city has made a dedicated effort in recent years to concentrate on so-called silent sports, such as biking and hiking, and that ATV trail creation and use has not been a concern within the city.
“We need to think about the total picture,” Morrell said, mentioning that there are no ATV dealers within the city. “I’m not sure it’s a revenue issue here.”
Mayor Brian Blesi agreed. “I think our allegiances lie differently here. Honesty, we might feel different if we had an ATV dealer in the city limits,” Blesi said.
Engel noted the concerns, but also said that with the starting and stopping of the trail in the city, there is sure to be an economic impact.
Neither Engel nor the council were clear on the pos-sible impact of the city not allowing the winter ATV use, but they said they would continue discussions, as no ac-tion was taken.
• The council agreed, in principle to allow expanded off-road biking use of the so-called Rousselow property, pending a site review and walking tour by the council and plan commission. Mike Fisk of the Woolly Mountain Bike Club outlined the general request, which would allow the club to make dedicated, single-lane trails through the nearly nine-acre parcel of property, which the city owns but does not currently have plans to de-velop.
“We’re not asking for an exclusive anything,” Fisk said, assuring that they could easily alter or eliminate the route if needed. “We’re just looking for more variety than the Gandy Dancer Trail.”
Blesi raised a possible concern about liability, since the land was not zoned for recreational use, and whether that may leave the city more vulnerable to recreational liability.
“It could be a big deal, it could be nothing,” Blesi said. The council will also make sure the bike trail request
sits well with any neighbors to the property, and will
• The council approved the same bike club’s request
Sunday, May 19, off-road bike race, which may have
crosses the roadway. The closure would allow residents
• The council approved a replacement of the boiler system at the city’s wastewater treatment facility, to the tune of $48,500.
• They took no action on a possible spring cleanup plan that would include several dumpsters for recycla-bles and waste.
“I’m not hearing a need from constituents,” Blesi said.• The council entertained more details on a Lakeland
Communications request for easements near White Pine Park, as a representative was on hand to alleviate any concerns. They adjusted the initial easement request from 16 feet down to 8 feet, and reiterated that the con-tract would only allow access, not ownership.
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Community health meeting identi!es key issues ideas for Burnett Countyby Jean Koelz
Leader staff writer
members involved in various aspects of community health gathered on Friday,
Burnett, a collaborative effort between Burnett Medical Center, the Burnett County Health Department and the St. Croix Tribal Clinic.
According to Public Health Supervisor Michelle Bailey, Wisconsin statute man-dates that the health department perform a community health assessment regularly. In government parlance, this Commu-nity Health Improvement Processes and
years. However, part of the Affordable Healthcare Act mandates that hospitals now perform a similar assessment, called a Community Health Needs Assessment, every three years. “It just made sense that we would pool our resources and collabo-rate,” Bailey said.
Combining some funds from a public health block grant for prevention with a mini-grant procured by Burnett Medi-cal Center enabled the core group to go
late last summer, and while the data was being compiled, the organizers reached out to other individuals and organiza-tions working on or affected by a wide range of health issues, including health
-selors, educators, emergency services, and social services. The group met for an all-day working session, moderated by Citizens Against Poverty leaders Carl Heidel and Marilyn Kooiker, to review
area that would be collectively decided as having the biggest impact on the com-munity.
that participants made an informed deci-sion. Alyssa Ryan from Burnett Medical Center provided an overview of the sur-vey results and county demographics, then a panel of experts presented statistics
and development, nutrition, physical ac-tivity, chronic illness, occupational health, communicable diseases, reproductive and sexual health, mental health, tobacco use, alcohol and drugs, and injury/violence prevention. Whenever possible, Burnett County data was compared to regional, state, and national averages.
•The average age in Burnett County is 49 years old, compared to 38 statewide. Older populations tend to have different health-care needs.
•Burnett County is 100% rural, com-pared to 38% in the state. Being rural means there is no public transportation,
which is a major obstacle for people need-ing care.
lower median household income, lower degree of education, higher rate of unem-ployment, higher rate of uninsured, and higher rate of households on FoodShare.
•Over 40% of WIC pregnant mothers smoke during pregnancy, which is much higher than the state average of 19.5% or the national average of 13%.
•With the exception of diabetes, the rate of chronic diseases is comparable to or lower than state and national bench-marks.
•41% of high school students are sexu-ally active, which is slightly lower than the state and national average. However, more of them are active with multiple partners and there is a much lower rate of condom use (27% vs 64% in WI, 60% in U.S.) which puts our youth at high risk of STDs.
•41% of high school students have been asked to post a sexually explicit photo of themselves on the Internet, and 20% have done it.
•Burnett County ranks high in need for mental health care, but among the lowest in terms of access to care. Although fewer high school students report considering suicide, there is a higher rate of those who
actually attempt it.•Tobacco use remains a costly problem
in Burnett County, with 18.4% of adults who smoke (compared to 13% nation-ally). The economic burden of tobacco use cost the county over $13 million in health care and lost productivity in 2010.
•Wisconsin takes some pride in being known for its alcohol consumption, where there are twice as many bars per capita than anywhere else. The rate of binge drinking or heavy drinking among adults in Burnett County is three times the national average. In most years, the number of alcohol-related motor vehicle injuries is twice as high in Burnett County as the rest of Wisconsin.
•Burnett County far outpaces the rest of Wisconsin in accidental injuries and deaths resulting from falls, firearms, poisoning, being struck by an object or person, cuts, overexertion and environ-mental factors.
After reviewing all the data, the group voted on the top three issues for the county. Mental health and alcohol/drug use topped the list by far, and the group agreed to spend the remainder of the day focusing on the area of mental health. A broad vision was cast, then participants assembled into small groups to brain-storm short, medium and long-term goals
to help develop an actionable plan. Once representatives from each group shared the discussion highlights, it was clear that some themes were developing.
First of all, there is a strong need for fur--
pline is intrinsically broad, encompassing everything from managing daily stress to diagnosing and treating disorders to suicide intervention. Secondly, there is a passion among those who work in the
category, which would make it easier to identify people who need help. Finally, there is a critical need for more network-ing among workers because there is so much overlap between mental health is-sues and other public health issues like substance use, public safety and medical care.
“Most people left feeling really en-couraged,” said Bailey. “One woman told me that it was motivating just to
a subsequent interview, Bailey added, “The meeting exceeded our expectations in every way. The credit goes to all the members of the community that came for-ward to participate.”
A core group will continue to meet
next three years, to compile the input, develop a plan, and chart the county’s progress toward improving mental health. The next meeting is scheduled for June 24. For more information, contact Alyssa Ryan at Burnett Medical Center or Michelle Bailey at the Burnett County Health Department.
Report raises concerns for Burnett County
Burnett highway budget coming up shortby Jean Koelz
Leader staff writerBURNETT COUNTY—County High-
way Commissioner Bob Morehouse told members of the infrastructure committee at the May 8 meeting that he anticipates a budget shortage of $150,000 due to the long winter and late snows.
“We’ve spent $351,000 of $386,000 bud-geted, and I’ve already ordered $130,000 in sand,” Morehouse detailed. “We’ll be over no matter what.”
To offset overages, Morehouse plans to
cut back on some summer maintenance projects like chip sealing and overlays. Morehouse was also happy to report that the cost of asphalt has come down, so he’s been able to save some money on road construction projects that were bid for this summer.
At least some of the savings can be at-tributed to the Wisconsin DOT’s inclusion
Warm-mix asphalt is mixed and placed on the road at temperatures 50-100 de-grees lower than traditional hot-mix.
According to the U.S.D.O.T. website, it reduces paving costs, extends the paving season, improves compaction, is safer to work with, and reduces exposure to fuel emissions, fumes and odors. “When you lay 2,800 tons of asphalt per mile, a 20-cent per ton savings can really add up,” Morehouse said.
In other news, Morehouse reported that winter road restrictions would be lifted on Monday, May 13, and work would
1.5 miles of Hwy. 35 to Haus Road will be
closed for about a week to non-local traf-
lastly, Mike Huber’s resignation has pro-vided an opportunity to reorganize the highway department.
Morehouse proposed and the commit-tee approved switching to a new orga-
job of control superintendent as highway operations manager in an effort to stream-line communications.
Airport manager notes pending legislation that
could a"ect countyby Jean Koelz
Leader staff writerBURNETT COUNTY—Airport man-
ager Jeremy Sickler, who is also the incoming president of the Wisconsin Air-port Managers Association reported to the Burnett County infrastructure com-mittee on May 8 that there are at least two evolving legislative developments to track closely.
Due to sequestration, the FAA was re-quired to make $637 million in budget cuts. Part of the proposed solution was to
-wide, including 8 in Wisconsin. Burnett County was one of four spared. While airports can still operate without a control tower, the cuts sparked protests based on safety concerns. Congress countered by approving a bill in late April that would enable the FAA to access money ear-marked for airport maintenance and re-
instead. In 2012, Congress had set aside $3 billion for the Airport Improvement Program and these funds were unaffected by sequestration cuts.
While the move represents a reprieve for control tower workers—even if it is just temporary—there are many who call this move a classic case of robbing Peter to pay Paul. As Sickler put it, “What’s
gonna’ happen down the road when all the money that was supposed to pay for things like pavement and equipment is gone because it was used to pay salaries?”
Another area of concern is that the fed-eral government will be requiring all air-ports to do wildlife hazard assessments. “The next time we take federal money,
-sessment,” Sickler explained. The assess-ment would require paying a consultant to sit at the airport for a few days to docu-ment potential hazards, assess possible liability issues, and make a recommenda-tion.
“This is something—for lack of a bet-ter way to say it—that’s getting shoved down our throats with little to no funding to pay for it,” Sickler complained. Sick-
though we live in an area heavily popu-lated by deer, birds and other potential hazards, he didn’t see a reason to consider the local wildlife a threat to airport oper-ations or passenger safety. “There have been no wildlife strikes that I know of and there’s nothing in the FAA database. All
about a deer on the runway.”In other airport news, the purchase of
Hangar 22 is in process and the 10-year development plan will need to be revised in light of the highway department’s up-coming roundabout construction at the intersection of Hwys. 35 and 70.
Luck sophomores recognized for outstanding scores on state testsby Mary Stirrat
Leader staff writerLUCK — Next year’s sophomore class
at Luck High School will have some big
state tests were just released, and this year’s 10th-graders, in the words of dis-trict administrators and teachers, “did awesome.”
Not only did the 29 sophomores consis-tently beat the state average in every area of testing, they also scored higher than every one of the other 38 schools in CESA 11 in reading, science and social studies. This includes every school district in Polk, Burnett, and Barron counties.
They were behind only Plum City and River Falls in language arts, and behind Plum City, River Falls, Spring Valley, Hudson and Clear Lake in math.
To recognize the students’ accomplish-ments, the school held a special celebra-tion assembly for grades seven through 12 this past Wednesday, May 8, complete with unique, memorable prizes for each of the sophomores.
Every one of the sophomores — 100 percent of them — scored advanced or
Rachel Berg, counselor for grades seven through 12. The state average is 80 per-
Luck’s 10th-graders scored 96 ad-
to a state average of 75 percent. Eighty-eight percent were in the advanced/pro-
percent for reading, compared with state averages of 72 percent and 38 percent, re-spectively. In math, 58 percent of Luck
The state average is 44 percent.Of the 426 school districts in Wisconsin,
Berg told the students, Luck sophomores were tied for third place for social stud-ies. Two schools, she noted, scored 101
tied for third place at 100 percent.Luck ranked 12 in the state in science,
24 for reading and math combined, and 41 in language arts.
“In every category,” Berg told the soph-omores, “you were much above the state average. In other words, you rocked it, and we are so very proud of you all.”
Along with excelling on the standard-ized tests, said special education teacher Don Kendzior, Luck Schools have had a very successful year in sports and other extracurricular activities.
They ended the football season with an 8-2 record. Girls basketball had a record
boys basketball team was the conference champion and qualified for sectional. The volleyball team was also conference
and a wrestler went to the state tourna-ment.
Ten students participated in FCLA at the state level, with two qualifying for na-tionals. There were 21 who participated at state-level solo ensemble, with several participating in honors choir and orches-
tra.Eight FFA members participated at
state, several gold honors were earned at state by the art club, 29 students went to state forensics, and the school offered two outstanding drama productions.
“We had a great school year,” Kendzior reminded the students. The year started “on a little bit of a downer,” he said, with Luck scoring among the lowest in the area on standardized tests. He applauded the sophomores for, this year, scoring the highest in the area and he applauded the teachers who “stepped it up to prep and encourage” the students.
High school English teacher Judy Wicklund was one of the teachers who “stepped it up” to prepare the sopho-mores for this year’s tests. Coming in as
-ercises and studied ways to improve their performance in what Wicklund referred to as “boot camp.”
They were able to look at examples of their own writing compared with higher-scoring schools, they said, which helped them see where they could improve. They also practiced proofreading their writing, which made a huge difference, they said.
Wicklund headed up gathering the prizes for the sophomores, coming up with one-of-a-kind opportunities like lunch on the roof, taking a nap in the mid-dle of the day, spending study hall by the lake, and kicking a ball as far as possible into the lake and kayaking out to get it. Some of the prizes allow the student to bring a friend, with teachers accompany-ing them when appropriate.
District Administrator Rick Palmer also congratulated both the students and teachers for stepping up to the plate after the new district report cards were deliv-ered last year. An entirely new grading system meant lower scores for Luck and many other schools, but Palmer said he knew they were up to the challenge of im-proving the scores.
“Everyone did a fantastic job,” he said. “Thank you all so much.”
Palmer acknowledged this year’s se-niors, saying they were “the greatest bunch of leaders.” He encouraged the sophomores to reach the same standards and be role models for the younger stu-dents.
“Someone once observed,” said music teacher Janet Holdt, quoting William Arthur Ward, “that the enemy of best is
good enough . . . You were born to pursue greatness until the day you die. In fact, you were born with seeds of excellence in your very makeup. But to see those seeds germinate, grow, and mature, you must be willing to pay the price that comes with excellence ... the price of excellence is discipline. The cost of mediocrity is sdisappointment.”
Family Missions Focus Campout set for Memorial Day Weekend
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BURNETT COUNTY - The Family Mis-sions Focus Campout with Diane Brask will be held Friday, May 24 through Mon-day, May 27, at the Wilderness, Fellow-ship in Frederic.
The weekend will provide a variety of opportunities for families to learn about the exciting world of missions and give them a chance to explore what it means to be a family that cares about the world. Best of all, they will leave challenged with ways they can make a difference in the world. “I anticipate the weekend to be a very unique opportunity for families to come for a fun, highly engaging, life-changing weekend,” said Brask.
There will be four two-hour sessions
sanitation, hygiene, health services, laundry, shopping, cooking, education, employment and farming methods. The multi-media weekend will include videos, music, hands-on learning, Pow-
-sions stories.
Group cabins and campsites are avail-
Please call Nancy at 715-327-8564 to reserve a spot and to register or email [email protected]. Preregistra-tion before May 17 is required, however, please don’t hesitate to call if you miss the deadline. - with submitted information
by Marty Seeger
Leader staff writerFREDERIC – The Saints girls and boys
track teams came out on top at the confer-ence championship track meet in Frederic on Tuesday, May 14. With temperatures near the 90-degree mark, it was a wel-comed bit of warmth for athletes who’ve been waiting for this kind of weather all season long.
Teams will be preparing for the re-gional championship meets scheduled for Monday, May 20. In Division 2, Fred-eric is hosting a regional with Grantsburg, Unity and Frederic/Luck all competing. St. Croix Falls will travel to St. Croix Cen-tral for the Division 2 regional, and Siren and Webster will be competing at Web-ster for the Division 3 regional.
On Tuesday at the Lakeland Confer-ence track meet, the Saints won hand-ily with 178.50 points, followed by Shell Lake, 151.50, Unity, 118, Frederic/Luck 75.50, Webster, 62.50, Siren, 35, Turtle Lake/Clayton, 29, Clear Lake, 23, and Grantsburg, 14.
In the 100-meter dash, the top three athletes included returning state quali-
Cermin of St. Croix Falls came in third. Moore also won the 200-meter dash with a time of 27.59 seconds, while Frederic/Luck’s Rachael Poirier took third place with a 28.57.
The top two spots in the 400-meter dash
belonged to Shell Lake, but Erica Berg-mann of St. Croix Falls was third with a
meter run, however, with Bergmann tak-
-ster’s Kally Schiller was second with a
Saints junior Kierstyn Campbell came
hurdles with a time of 17.12 seconds, and Kayla Bramson of Unity took third in the event with a time of 17.64 seconds. Au-tumn Erickson of St. Croix Falls came in second in the 300-meter hurdles with a time of 51.76.
The Saints 4x100-meter relay team
featuring Aly Frey, Sam O’Brien, Abby Kubesh and Samantha Jorgenson took
-onds. Grantsburg’s Chelsea Pitts, Heidi Schoettle, Carolyn Peterson and Taylor Byers took second with a time of 56.47 seconds, and Unity’s Eryn Mares, Allison Gross, Maddie Ramich and Emma Moore were third with 56.75. The Unity 4x200-meter relay team, which includes Danielle Mares, Paige Lunsmann, Jillisa Solberg and Tanae Vangsness, placed third over-
The Saints girls 4x400-meter relay team
with the team including Bergmann, Syd-ney Geisness, Erickson and Cermin. The 4x800-meter event was won by Webster with Emma Kelby, Gabby Schiller, Pi-chamon Loha and Molly Brown earning
-ond in the event with Madalyn Bollig, Briana Wenell, Allie Holmdahl and Tay-
-eric/Luck’s Taylor Alseth, Angela Gore, Abigail Brightbill and Nicole Nelson took
In the girls high jump, Kierstyn Camp-
4 feet, 10 inches. Raelin Sorensen took second at 4-06. In the pole vault, Sam
clearing the bar at 7-09. Emilie Pope of Webster placed second with 7-06, and Ali Kreft of Unity took third with 7-00.
Maddie Ramich won the long jump for the Unity Eagles with a distance of 15-07. Rachel Poirier of Frederic/Luck was second with 15-06. Sydney Geisness of St. Croix Falls was second in the triple jump with 32-05.50, and Paige Burton of Fred-eric/Luck took third with 30-05.25.
Emily Gross of Unity was the winner in both the shot and discus events. She had a throw of 40-05.25 in the shot, and threw 101-06 in the discus. Frederic/Luck’s Maddie Joy was second in the discus with 95-03.
-ish for St. Croix Falls, who had 136 team points, followed by Frederic/Luck with 105 points, Grantsburg, 94, Unity, 90, Webster, 75, Turtle Lake/Clayton 61, Clear Lake, 53, Siren, 43, and Shell Lake, 40.
In the 100-meter dash, Turtle Lake/Clayton came out with the top two spots, but Adam Chenal of Frederic/Luck took third with a time of 11.58 seconds.
of St. Croix Falls was second overall with -
ond in the 400-meter dash with a time of 53.91, and teammate Joe Rademacher was third with a time of 54.79.
Sophomore Henry Klein of St. Croix
of Grantsburg took third with a time of
Jacob Ohnstad of Grantsburg took second
Ohnstad was the winner in the 3,200-
Klein took second overall with a time of
Webster junior Cullan Hopkins took
a time of 16.76 seconds, while Unity’s Colton Sorensen took second, 17.06, and William Barr III of Siren was third, 17.15. Hopkins also ran the 300-meter hurdles and took second with a 45.18, while Roman Poirier of Frederic/Luck was third, 45.88.
Grantsburg’s 4x100-meter relay team
Staevens, Connor Myers and Joe Gaffney
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Frederic/Luck’s Evan Armour, Jaryd Braden, Chenal and Poirier took third with a time of 47.38.
St. Croix Falls won the 4x200-meter relay with Alex Jorgenson, Rademacher, Brian Gilbert and Wampfler finishing
Davis, Josh Stage, Damon Bearhart and Justin Bradley took third overall with
meter relay, with Britton, Staevens, Gaff-
In the 4x800-meter relay, Webster’s Sch-rooten, Billy Cooper, Matt Smith and Max
-son, Eli Vos Benkowski and Matt Peterson
Luck’s Austin Baker, Tim Lund, Erickson
In the boys high jump, Chenal was the
6-00. Rademacher of St. Croix Falls was second with 5-10, and Colton Sorensen of Unity was third, 5-06.
in the pole vault after hitting a height of 11-06 in fewer jump attempts than Frederic/Luck’s Tim Lund who also hit a mark of 11-06, for second place. Saints sophomore Alex King placed third with a height of 11 feet.
In the long jump, Chenal of Frederic/Luck was the winner with a distance of 20-01, while Alex Jorgenson of St. Croix Falls was second with 19-06, and Fred-eric/Luck’s Braden took third with 18-
overall with a distance of 37-06.50, and
mere inches away with 37-04.00.-
with a throw of 48-02, with Oliver Raboin of Unity taking second with a throw of 47-11.25. Frederic/Luck’s Armour, placed third overall with 46-01.75. Siren’s Matt
a throw of 127-07, while Parker of Grants-burg was second with 126-07, and Raboin took third with 126-06.
Track continued
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Pirates softball earns another conference titleby Marty Seeger
Leader staff writerFREDERIC – The Grantsburg Pirates
softball team earned the undisputed conference title after earning three vic-tories against Luck/Frederic, Cameron and Turtle Lake/Clayton on Saturday, May 11. The Pirates are a No. 1 seed and
WIAA regional playoffs set for Tuesday, May 21.
The Pirates outscored their opponents on Saturday 46-3, with a 14-2 win over Turtle Lake/Clayton. The Pirates piled on 14 hits, with Macy Hanson going 3 for 4, and Wendy Roberts and Stacey McK-enzie each going 2 for 3. Sam Schwieger also went 1 for 3 and scored three times with two walks. Others with at least one hit included Kassie Lien, Kate Rod, Harlei Hennessey and Jenn Schwieger.
In the Pirates 24-1 win over Luck/Fred-eric, the team got to a huge start, scoring
in the second inning on 12 hits. The game lasted just three innings with the 15-run rule. Ann Chenal and Lexi Domagala had the only two hits in the game for L/F.
In the 8-0 win against Cameron, the Pi-
Kylie Pewe went 2 for 3 and scored twice, and Sam Schwieger was 1 for 2 with two walks and scored twice. Roberts, McKen-zie and Lien had the other Pirate hits.
Luck/Frederic 16, St. Croix Falls 4ST. CROIX FALLS – The Luck/Frederic
softball team hit the ball well on Friday, May 10, to pick up a win over St. Croix Falls.
one-out doubles, including a double from Abby Otlo, who also hit a bases-loaded triple. The top three batters of the inning each got to bat three times in the inning, with Otlo reaching all three times. No game stats were available at press time for a more complete roundup.
Unity 15, St. Croix Falls 5
Unity 6, St. Croix Falls 5ST. CROIX FALLS – The Eagles softball
team picked up a sweep of the Saints on Thursday, May 9, playing a seven-inning
-nings.
the Eagles going 4 for 4 and scoring all four times. She also had a solo home run
-gles took a brief 1-0 lead before the Saints tied it back up with a one-out single by Jordan Johnson, and a single from Natalie Sempf.
The Eagles produced 10 runs in the third inning, which proved the difference in the game, when Jorgenson led off with a double. Olivia Nelson followed with a walk and Carly Ince was hit by a pitch. Cass Hanson then followed up with an RBI double and, with two outs, the Eagles continued to hit the ball with six more hits including doubles from Jorgenson (her second double of the inning) and Ince, who scored four runs in the game and went 3 for 5. Hanson also totaled three hits and Taylor Heathman, Sarah Bader, Gabrielle Foeller and Whitney Rock had one hit apiece.
with Johnson going 2 for 4 and Sempf going 2 for 3. Brenna Sullivan and McK-enzie Katzmark also had one hit apiece.
had the team’s only two hits of the game
but trailing by two runs in the bottom
couldn’t complete the rally.
Unity 6, Shell Lake 4BALSAM LAKE – On Monday, May
13, the Eagles softball team got a big win over a tough Shell Lake Lakers team, with Sierra Thomfohrda pitching a solid seven innings with only two walks and six hits allowed.
Carly Ince led the Eagles, offensively, going 3 for 4 with two runs scored. Sarah Bader was also 3 for 4 in the game and Cass Hanson was 2 for 4.
The Eagles trailed by two runs before
Ince, Hanson, Taylor Heathman, Bader and Gabrielle Foeller each singled in the fourth inning, and Jorgenson and Ince
Unity extended their lead in the seventh with two more runs. Ince tripled in that inning.
Luck/Frederic gets win over TL-C
by Marty Seeger
Leader staff writerFREDERIC – It seems like only yester-
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this Thursday, May 16, softball regional playoff action begins and at least one area
spring. Unity or Luck/Frederic will be done for
the season after this Thursday, as they will go head-to-head at Frederic beginning at 5 p.m. Unity is the No. 5 seed, while L/F is the No. 4 seed in Division 3. The winner of that game will move on to play at No.
1 seed, Grantsburg, on Tuesday, May 21, at 5 p.m.
Also in Division 3, St. Croix Falls will be traveling to No. 3 seed, Cumberland, be-ginning at 5 p.m., on Thursday. In Division 2, No. 6 seeded Webster/Siren is traveling north to play Northwestern/South Shore, who has the No. 3 seed. That game will be
beginning at 5 p.m. Northwestern/South Shore has 10 wins on the season with just one loss, and sits at the top of the Heart of the North Conference standings.
Regional softball playoffs start this Thursday
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Saints outlast Eagles in conference win
St. Croix Falls 15, Unity 10
by Marty Seeger
Leader staff writerBALSAM LAKE – No lead was safe
during a cold and nasty day for a base-ball game Thursday, May 9, between the Saints and Eagles that featured high winds and temperatures hovering near 40 degrees.
Pitchers from both teams combined for well over 300 pitches and struggled to throw strikes, yet both teams seemed to hit the ball well in a back-and-forth battle that had the Saints jumping out to a 5-0 lead in the top of the second inning. Two of those runs came on a passed ball and a wild pitch, as well as a three-run homer from Trevor Cross.
The Eagles answered back with two runs in the bottom half of the inning, but the Saints tacked on another pair of runs in the top of the third to take a 7-2 lead on a two-RBI single by Jake Sommer.
Unity came right back to tie the game in the bottom half of the third inning, that started with a leadoff walk by Aaron Ko-shatka at the top of the order. Zac Baxter followed through with a one-out single in the inning, and the Saints struggled
gave up two runs on a wild pitch and another on a passed ball. Dylan Ruck would also single in the inning, and Con-nor Olson also hit an RBI single to get the game back to even at seven runs apiece.
In the top of the fourth inning, the Saints regained the lead, 9-7, when Cross
Andrew Erickson got on base with a dou-
by Dylan Lynch and single by designated hitter Ben Kopp.
Unity pulled within one run in the bot-tom of the fourth inning on an RBI dou-ble by Sorensen, and both teams went
great opportunity to score more runs in -
tive singles from Dylan Ruck and Connor Olson, followed by a bunt by Austin Pe-tersin. A strikeout and groundout at the top of the Eagles order quickly ended the inning, however, leaving all three base runners stranded.
In the top of the sixth, with Unity al-ready on their fourth pitcher of the eve-ning, they were getting set to work out of a jam with Saints runners on second and third with two outs. But a bit of confusion
picked up a ground ball and attempted a tag on Saints runner Taylor Woller, who was called safe. The play eventually led to two Saints runs, but that’s all the Eagles allowed as they quickly ended the inning with a groundout.
With a leadoff double by Baxter and an RBI single from Mitch Egge, who eventu-ally scored on a wild pitch in the bottom of the sixth inning, the Eagles were able to get within another run to make it an 11-10 Saints lead. But the Saints hit the ball hard in the top of the seventh, with Dylan Lynch leading off with a single. With one out, the Saints loaded the bases on a walk by Niko Neuman and single by Kyle Ko-shial. The Eagles would get a second out on a force-out at home, but an error and RBI single by Woller scored a run, and Cross belted a two-RBI single down the
with the Saints up by 16-10.The Eagles attempted to rally in the
bottom of the seventh inning, and got two men on with nobody out to start the inning. They eventually loaded the bases with two outs, but failed to score another run.
is coming on strong near the end of the season and nearly picked up their sec-ond consecutive win against undefeated Turtle Lake/Clayton on Thursday, May 9. The contest went into extra innings be-fore ultimately being decided in the 10th, but there were several positives for Siren/Webster despite the loss.
“We played our most complete game of the year versus a very good Turtle Lake/Clayton team and gave them a battle. The boys are improving every time they take
coach Jarrod Washburn.Siren/Webster took a 4-0 lead through
2-1/2 innings with help from a two-run homer by Graham Hall, along with an RBI single from Shay Johnson.
Despite the cold and windy conditions, the Siren/Webster pitching staff battled through the weather to keep them in the game.
“Jake Sargent started on the mound for us and did a great job of keeping a good lineup off balance. Shawn Stevens fol-lowed him up on the mound and really threw the ball well. Jeff Carroll came in
giving up just one unearned run. Our pitchers did a much better job of throwing strikes and trusting our defense. We still made a few mental mistakes that need cleaning up, but the improvement of the boys is very evident,” Washburn said.
Along with Hall’s two-run home run and Johnson’s one hit and an RBI, Ryan Curtis also recorded one hit and an RBI. Other Siren/Webster hitters included Alex Hopkins, Aaron Dietmeier, Josh Lemieux, Brett Richison and Dade Mc-Carthy.
Luck/Frederic 9, Shell Lake 7LUCK – Luck/Frederic hosted Shell
Lake in low 40-degree temperatures on Thursday, May 9, getting the 9-7 win and staying strong throughout the game.
“It was a very chilly night to play base-ball but with the lack of games we de-cided to give it a shot. This was a tough game for everyone involved. Pitchers were having problems with foot place-ment due to the slick dirt on the mound;
wind. This was a very gutty game for our guys, we got down early and battled back. Throughout the game, we battled
back three times,” said L/F coach Ryan Humpal.
Luck/Frederic started the night out
and Zach Schmidt both doubled in the in-ning and Brodie Kunze and Trent Strapon each singled. But Shell Lake slowly chipped away at the lead and held L/F scoreless through the next three innings. The Lakers tied the game in the top of the
run from Kyle Hunter to take a brief 6-5 lead. Shell Lake answered back, however, scoring two more runs in the top of the sixth inning to regain a 7-5 lead.
“In the bottom of the sixth, our guys had one thing in mind and that was re-spond. Get the lead back and hold onto it for good. We were able to put up three runs in the sixth to push the score to 9-7
It was a solid offensive afternoon for L/F’s top of the order, with Karsten Pe-tersen going 1 for 3 and scoring twice. Lemay also went 1 for 3, and scored once, while Schmidt, batting third, scored twice and went 3 for 4 with a pair of RBIs. Kunze and Strapon each went 2 for 4, and Hunter’s home run helped him go 1 for 4.
“Our pitchers of Petersen and Kunze
battled through a night of not having their best stuff, but that is baseball. It was great to see us pull out a conference win,” Humpal said.
Unity 15, Cameron 0CAMERON – The Eagles baseball team
picked up a big shutout win over the Cameron Comets on Wednesday, May 8. Zac Baxter, Mitch Egge and Cash Hick-ethier each had a pair of hits in the game, and Justin Mooney, Egge and Dylan Ruck each drove in two runs in the game. Egge also homered in the game with a two-run shot.
The winning pitcher for the Eagles was
allowed six hits with seven strikeouts and six walks.
St. Croix Falls 5, Cameron 0CAMERON – The Saints picked up a
shutout win over Cameron on Friday, May 10, with Noah Casterton going all seven innings while allowing just two hits with six strikeouts and six walks.
The Saints totaled seven hits and got a pair of runs in the second inning and an-other three in the sixth. Brennan McPher-son went 2 for 3 with an RBI, and Michael Chernyaev went 2 for 4. Kyle Koshiol was credited for an RBI, as was Jacob Jacobson. Taylor Woller, Jake Sommer and Trevor Cross each had one hit in the Saints win.
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by Marty Seeger
Leader staff writerST. CROIX FALLS – Area golfers are
getting ready for the conference golf meet set for Turtleback Golf Course in Rice
scheduled to begin at 9 a.m., and if the most recent match held at St. Croix Falls on Monday, May 13, is any indication, the conference meet this Thursday should be an interesting test for Unity and Grants-burg.
On Monday at the St. Croix Valley Golf Course in St. Croix Falls, the Eagles won by just one stroke over the Pirates, with Jordan Knutson of Grantsburg leading the way overall with a score of 39. Evan Lunda came in second overall with a score of 40 to lead the Eagles, followed by teammates Jordan Lowe, who shot a 42, and Ben Traynor and Cole Hanson who each shot 43. Jake Engebretson followed with a 48.
“All along, we as a team talk about developing depth. We know that Evan (Lunda) is going to be No. 1 and Jake Engebretson, No. 2, but we need two more good scores to achieve team goals,” said Eagles coach Larry Stencil. “I can-not be happier with the progress of ju-nior Cole Hanson and sophomores Ben Traynor and Jordan Lowe. Cole and Ben played solidly and kept challenging each other. To have Jordan come in with the last group and card a 42 on that course to bring home the team victory has to give
Grantsburg got a 42 from Jake Lan-gevin, and a 43 from Nathaniel Krause. Lars Thoreson shot 45 and Sean Handy, 54.
Luck/Frederic was third overall, with Brandon Fenning posting a score of 46, followed Jordan Bazey, 48, Casey Eck-holm, 50, Kyle Knauber, 57, and Tanner
Nelson, 68. St. Croix Falls was fourth, with Kyle Chapman shooting 49, Brett Johnson, 50, Levi Ward, 53, Nick Lunde, 59 and Koty Peters, 66.
Swenson shooting 42, Jade Merrill, 57, Neil Oustigoff, 58 and Alexi Gloodt, 65.
“This team has had a target on their back all season. To go out with three new faces and win the league championship to continue the streak is truly an accom-plishment. They are an extremely proud group and gaining confidence every
match,” Stencil said.
SIREN – Siren National Golf Course hosted an invitational last Wednesday, May 8, with 12 teams participating in-
overall, Siren, who took ninth, and Luck/Frederic in 11th place.
third overall with a score of 80, with a 41 on the front nine, and 39 on the back nine. Grantsburg’s Jordan Knutson took sixth
overall, with a 42 on the front and 40 on the back. Amery’s Collin Matthews was the overall medalist with a total score of 75. He shot a 34 on the back nine. Luck was led by Brenden Fenning with a score of 99.
Unity wins by a stroke over Pirates
Eagle golfers win fifth-straight league titleby Marty Seeger
Leader staff writerLUCK – With another match win Tues-
day, May 14, the Eagles shored up their
championship, with team scores as fol-
44, Evan Lunda 46, Ben Traynor 47, and Cole Hanson 48.
“The Luck Golf Course is a great chal-lenge. Add a 20-plus-mph wind and players are going to struggle. Looking at our scorecards, every player had one hole in which there was a high number. Blink and lose focus, you will pay. We learned a valuable lesson today. Golf can be a very humbling game at times,” said Unity coach Larry Stencil, who added that Engebretson did a great job of keeping the
ball in play and taking advantage of good shots.
“We stress ‘boring’ golf … drive it in the fairway, get it anywhere on the green and two putt. Take your par and move on to the next hole,” Stencil said. “Very pleased with Jordan’s 44. He is learning to play to his strengths and understanding course management. What I really like about Jordan is that he does not get too high or too low. He goes about his business trying to improve each day. The team’s hard work has set us up for Thursday’s conference tournament. We are looking forward to the challenge of defending our title. There will be competition from Grantsburg and Bruce. The players love playing Turtleback Golf Course.”
CDC horseshoe league getting under way
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Luck/Frederic gets win over Saints Luck/Frederic 6, St. Croix Falls 3
by Marty Seeger
Leader staff writer
of conference baseball for area teams and Luck/Frederic made the most of it against St. Croix Falls Monday, May 13.
“We got a great pitching performance from Brodie Kunze,” said L/F coach Ryan Humpal, adding that Kunze worked all
inning, Kunze settled in and cruised the rest of the way, with the Saints getting just one baserunner to second base from that inning on.
“It was great to see our senior pitcher take the mound in a big spot and give a great performance,” Humpal said.
The L/F offense was also clicking throughout the night, with Zach Schmidt going 3 for 3 with three RBIs. Karsten Pe-tersen was 1 for 2 with an RBI, three walks and three stolen bases. Dylan LeMay was 2 for 4 with two RBIs.
“It is nice to see our leaders of this team start to shine when the weather is warm-ing up. This was a big win for us, mak-ing sure we have a winning record in a
competitive West Lakeland this spring,” Humpal said.
Grantsburg 7, Unity 3Grantsburg 5, Unity 2
GRANTSBURG – The Pirates picked up a pair of wins over the Eagles on Tuesday,
with Brody Bonneville getting the win on the mound. It was a tie game through four innings, but Grantsburg prevailed.
The next game went a total of six innings until darkness fell. Combined stats for Grantsburg included a 4-for-7 perfor-mance for Bryce Ryan, and 3 for 5 for Lucas Willis. Jake Wald went combined 3 for 6, and Brady Thompson was 2 for 4 in the second game.
Pirate baseball splits home tournament games
Grantsburg 10, Somerset 0
Prescott 4, Grantsburg 3
by Marty Seeger
Leader staff writerGRANTSBURG – The Grantsburg base-
ball team split games on Saturday, May 11, with a win over Somerset, followed by a 4-3 loss to Prescott, who won the state championship last season, and defeated
there.“It’s too bad we had a stigma about
Prescott because we came out very tight, -
ning,” said Pirates coach Pete Johnson.The Pirates, acting as the away team
for this particular game, managed to take
but Prescott ended up tying the game in the bottom of the seventh inning on two singles. They came up short of winning
the game with a great play from center by Austin Handy.
“Austin Handy made a nice play from center to gun down the potential game-winning run at the plate,” Johnson said.
As it turns out, the Cardinals ended up winning the game with a bit of trickery in the eighth inning.
“Prescott pulled out an age-old baser-unning trick to force a balk in the eighth inning to win. I’m not sure if Coach Ryan learned that one from Steve Jensen or Dick Peper,” Johnson said.
Pitching against Prescott was Lucas Willis for two innings. He had two strike-outs and allowed one hit and two runs. Jake Wald went three innings and faced nine batters and allowed no hits. Tristan
two innings with two strikeouts, four hits and one walk.
be a 10-0 rout of Somerset, where the Pi-
game, but also 12 walks.“I have to be honest, the weather
stunk. We lucked out and only had to delay the game about 10 minutes because of the snow,” Johnson said.
Brandon Ryan was 2 for 4 in the win against Somerset, and Willis, Andrew Coy and Austin Thoreen each had hits.
Luck/Frederic 13, Independence 12
ELMWOOD – Luck/Frederic baseball played a two-game tournament in Elm-
a wild one.“This was one of the more interesting
games I have been a part of. We jumped out to an early lead, up 8-1, taking advan-tage of some miscues on their behalf,” said coach Ryan Humpal.
Zach Schmidt started on the mound for L/F, and had a solid three innings, but in the fourth inning I/G battled back with
“Over the next three innings they added six more runs to make the score 12-8 headed to the bottom of the seventh. With two outs and guys on second and third the hit parade broke out,” added
outs to clinch the win 13-12. Kyle Hunter came up with the walkoff hit. This was an exciting game and it was great to see
our guys play until the last out. I would imagine this will be a game these boys re-member for a long time. We had periods of rain, snow, hail and sun throughout the game.”
Brodie Kunze led the team at the plate going 3 for 5 and drove in four runs.
In the game against Elmwood, Dylan LeMay and Karsten Petersen pitched a solid game, allowing three hits while striking out eight.
“One thing we struggled with was walking guys, but when it is cold out it is tough to always be loose. Overall we played a decent game; this was the
more than three errors but our pitchers helped out our defense and got us out of jams. This game came down to the bot-tom of the seventh, where Elmwood was able to push across the winning run. The day was great and we had a lot of fun down in Elmwood, it was nice to see the boys play 14 innings of good baseball
-ence,” Humpal said.
Tuesday morning league winners from McKenzie Lanes
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Correction:
Youth Sports Unlimited donates to Frederic football
FREDERIC – The Frederic football pro-gram was happy to announce recently that they were chosen by Youth Sports Unlimited to receive a monetary gift to go toward the purchase of new football helmets.
In 2011, the National Athletic Equip-ment Reconditioning Association deter-mined that no helmets over 10 years of
In other words, everyone had to discard all of their helmets over 10 years old. The Frederic junior high football program began in 2000 and, therefore, all of the ju-nior high helmets, 30 in all, are 12 years old and need to be replaced. A number of varsity helmets are also older than 10 years and must be replaced.
supported the Frederic football program. Last year, the Frederic football team re-placed their 10-year-old varsity jerseys, and again, YSU helped with a generous monetary gift.
YSU is made up of volunteers from the Frederic, Luck and Unity school districts.
Their main purpose is to raise money to help support the athletic programs at Frederic, Luck and Unity. Their main fun-draiser is their banquet held at Hacker’s Lanes each year in early November. The money raised by this group is divided evenly between the three schools and a local committee determines how the funds will be spent.
Football jerseys and jackets for saleIn order to continue to raise funds for
new helmets for the middle school and high school teams, the Frederic football program is conducting a sale of old foot-ball game jerseys, old football sideline jackets and game and season highlight DVDs.
New varsity game jerseys were pur-chased in 2003 and the old game jerseys were moved down to be used by the JV team. In 2009, middle school jerseys were purchased and in 2012, new varsity jer-seys were purchased. This means the var-sity jerseys used up until 2002, and all of the old mesh jerseys worn prior to that
time, are no longer needed, which leaves two sets of jerseys the team doesn’t need. New sideline jackets were also purchased in 2003, and now the old sideline jackets are hanging in the equipment room, un-used. The plan is to sell all of the unused football jerseys and the old, unused foot-ball sideline jackets.
Contact coach Ken Belanger for more information at 715-327-4223, or email at [email protected]. Items will
GRANTSBURG – Camping. Orienteer-ing. Trapping. Sound like a fun way to spend your summer? Then bring your family for the Becoming an Outdoor Fam-ily program at Crex Meadows Wildlife Area in Grantsburg.
Your whole family will have fun learn-ing outdoor skills including tips for wil-derness survival, game calling, building shelters or reading the forested landscape.
Becoming an Outdoor Family allows you to take advantage of recreational pursuits at the wildlife area. Unplug from your day-to-day routine and go outdoors to reconnect with nature.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources invites you and your spouse, children or families to a three-month workshop series. Becoming an Outdoor Family provides an unrivaled experience for all ages.
Becoming an Outdoor Family is a program designed to give families in-troductory experiences and instruction in various outdoor activities. Activities range from shooting sports to outdoor
-ners are welcome as instruction is pro-vided.
“Becoming an Outdoor Family is a great opportunity to try different activi-ties, learn new skills and spend an eve-ning outdoors with your family,” said Kristi Pupak, wildlife conservation edu-cator with the WDNR. “It also is an op-portunity to meet other families with similar interests.”
Meetings are held every other Wednes-day beginning June 5 through Aug. 28
Family is a free, no registration, no obliga-tion program.
Topics and dates for 2013 include Camping, June 5; Intro into Trapping, June 19; Lost in the Woods, July 10; Wa-terfowl Skills Clinic, July 24; Archery/Bowhunting, Aug. 14; and Nature Hike, Aug. 28.
Becoming an Outdoor Family strives to promote sound conservation prac-tices and to educate others about nature and the environment. For more informa-tion on Becoming an Outdoor Family or other environmental education programs,
-servation educator at 715-463-2739 or via email, [email protected] – submitted
DNR launches Becoming an Outdoor Family
MADISON – Spring’s slow start has further limited already stretched natural food sources for black bears for this time
to urge homeowners statewide to take precautions to reduce the potential for problems with bears
“With the drawn-out winter, bears are hungry and looking for any available food sources,” said Brad Koele, wildlife damage specialist for the Department of Natural Resources. “In recent weeks, bear activity has been increasing, so it is espe-cially important to remove attractants when natural food sources are limited.”
Bears are often attracted to bird feed-ers, garbage cans, grills or other common attractants found in yards, according to
Koele.“Taking steps to remove any food at-
tractants will greatly reduce the likeli-hood of having problems with bears,” said Koele. “Black bears normally avoid contact with people. However, bears can quickly learn to associate humans with food and can become a nuisance.”
Highly habituated bears can be danger-ous and may need to be euthanized.
place is the best solution for both humans and bears,” said Koele.
• Don’t knowingly feed a bear.• Completely remove bird feeders,
even during daytime hours. Bears are active during the day and may cause problems even if the feeders are out only during that time.
• Reduce garbage odors by rinsing food
cans before putting them in recycling con-tainers or garbage cans.
• Keep meat scraps in the freezer until garbage day, and if possible, keep gar-bage cans in a closed building until the morning of pickup. Commercial dump-sters should be locked.
• Keep pet food inside or inaccessible to bears even during daytime hours.
• Keep barbeque grills and picnic tables clean.
or garbage near a home, it will likely re-turn. The visits will eventually stop when food is no longer available. Bears will periodically check sites where food was once available, so it may take several days to weeks before the bear will quit visit-ing a site once the food source has been removed, Koele said.
“If you encounter a bear while in the woods, stay calm and do not approach it. Give it space, walk away and watch from a distance. Never approach a sow with
cubs,” said Koele.The department would also like to cau-
tion that it is unlawful and unethical to shoot at bears. Each year DNR receives reports about bears that were shot with bird shot.
“Shooting bears with bird shot is il-legal, extremely inhumane and could
the bear,” said Koele. “There are a variety of nonlethal, humane abatement options
The Department of Natural Resources partners with USDA-Wildlife Services for responding to black bear complaints. Homeowners who are unable to resolve
U.S. Department of Agriculture -Wild-life Services toll-free line at 800-433-0663 for properties in southern Wisconsin and 800-228-1368 for properties northern Wis-consin. – from the DNR
Slow spring means hungry bears
MADISON – Agriculture producers are reminded the Wildlife Damage Abate-ment and Claims Program is available for crop or livestock owners who have or anticipate agricultural damage caused by white-tailed deer, elk, black bear, wild turkeys, cougar or Canada geese.
Producers experiencing problems with one or more of these species should con-tact the respective wildlife damage tech-nician for their county. A list of county contacts can be found on the DNR’s website at dnr.wi.gov, search “WDACP county contacts.”
“Early detection of damage is key,” says Brad Koele, the department’s wild-life damage specialist who oversees the
program. “The earlier damage is identi--
ducers to implement damage abatement methods and limit the losses.”
The program’s primary goal is to pro-vide damage abatement assistance to re-duce agriculture damages from eligible species. The secondary goal is to provide partial compensation for crop loss.
In order to be eligible for program as-
• Own the crop.• Control hunting access on all contigu-
ous lands of same ownership or control on which the damaged crops are located.
• Allow public hunting access for the species causing damage.
• Sign an enrollment form detailing all lands suffering damage and where hunt-ing access will be allowed.
• Agree to be cooperative. Abusive lan-guage, behavior or threats of violence or otherwise will be considered a failure on the part of the applicant to cooperate.
To be eligible for damage compensa-tion, the producers must follow the above
• File a complaint with within 14 days
cougar and goose damage. Complaints
• Implement recommended abatement.• Call each time they want a crop ap-
praised. Contact must be made prior to
-gible for compensation that year.
• Allow staff 10 days to conduct an ap-
-gible for compensation that year.
If a shooting permit has been issued, the conditions of the shooting permit must be complied with.
There is no cost for producers to en-roll in the program and receive program services. For more information, visit dnr.wi.gov and search keywords “wildlife damage.” – from the DNR
Wildlife Damage Abatement and Claims Program available for agriculture producers
Free fun in store for weekend of June 1-2MADISON – Free fun is on tap June 1
and 2 for everyone in Wisconsin’s great outdoors.
On these two days, Wisconsin residents
state trails for free, and ride public ATV trails for free. On Sunday, June 2, they can enjoy free admission to state parks and forests.
“Wisconsin’s great outdoors is always the ticket to fun and on June 1 and 2 it gets even better,” says Department of Natural Resources Secretary Cathy Stepp. “The fun’s on us.”
More information about free fun in Wisconsin’s outdoors is available on
DNR’s website. Go to dnr.wi.gov and search “free fun.”
Stepp says the free fun weekend is a great chance for people to get together with families and friends and try new outdoors activities or return to an activity they haven’t done for a long time.
The free activities also highlight the work DNR and partners have done to provide clean water, clean air and great outdoor recreation, and how important they are to Wisconsin’s quality of life and state and local economies, Stepp says.
The 2012 Outdoor Industry Asso-ciation’s Outdoor Recreation Economy survey shows that Wisconsin’s outdoor
recreation economy generates $11.9 bil-lion annually in consumer spending, di-rectly supports 142,000 jobs and generates $844 million in annual state tax revenue.
includes inland trout and Great Lakes
would require a trout stamp in addition to a license. Fishing rules such as limits
kept do apply, however.
hosted around the state by conservation groups and others to help encourage peo-
and partner organizations, according to Theresa Stabo, DNR aquatic education director.
On June 1 and 2, all state trail pass fees on all DNR-owned state trails are waived. Cooperatively run state trails also may waive fees.
On Sunday, June 2, all state park ve-hicle admission sticker fees on all DNR-owned properties are waived. – from the DNR
of setting up new courses for iForward. As she let Stella, the Lexen’s shih tzu, out before going to bed she noticed two things.
“The wind was howling in the pine trees to the west of the house,” she said. “I was noticing a smell, too. When I went to let Stella out, I saw sparks up by the roof.”
She woke Kyle and Ian, and they re-
security information. They were in the middle of doing their taxes, and Kathy
-cial aid applications were taken out. The
Kathy’s accompanist music for solo/en-semble.
Meanwhile, the Frederic Fire Depart-
cleaned the chimney and made sure it was all out. Heat sensors and mirrors both indicated that there was no longer any danger.
-partment left. Ian vacuumed in the attic where holes had been made and insula-tion scattered. Then they all went back to bed.
But Kathy couldn’t sleep. At about 3 a.m. she heard what she thought was sleet bouncing off the windows. She gave Kyle “the elbow” and when he came awake he
wall between the bedrooms.“We were alerted to it — hearing it and
seeing it — before a smoke detector found it,” said Kyle.
and grabbed some clothes they had packed earlier. They took Kyle’s guitar and the computers, and waited outside.
Flames were coming out of the roof vents.
there was time to remove some of their belongings, so they began taking out what
taking pictures off the wall and heirlooms off the shelves. Kathy said that when she tried to thank them for “going above and beyond,” they just said they consider it to be part of their job.
• • •-
men, said Kathy and Kyle, was just the beginning of what they were to experi-
“I just can’t say enough about our neighbors,” Kathy said. In the middle of the night, holding Stella wrapped in a blanket, she knocked on their door.
“They didn’t get much sleep, but they were just wonderful,” she said. Liz Pe-tersen contacted Oak Forest Center, an adult Christian retreat center near Fred-
eric, where a room was made available for them. The group of quilters on re-treat were touched by the Lexens story, and spontaneously made a quilt that was given to them the next day.
“They didn’t even know us,” Kathy said.
Another blessing from God, said Kathy, was that two longtime friends were at Oak Forest Center when the Lexens stayed there. “We hadn’t seen them in ages,” she said, “and it was just another sign that God was providing for us.”
Petersen also contacted the Crosswalk Community Church, knowing that the parsonage was empty. The Lexens have been staying there ever since their night at Oak Forest Center. With a one-day no-tice, the parsonage was given a thorough
in the kitchen when the Lexens arrived.Many, many people have provided
help, said Kyle, and none of them wants
help, meals, offers of places to stay, and gifts of clothing and household items. They were given freezer space until they could get power running to their own freezer again. Local thrift shops have pro-vided needed items at reduced or no cost. The local Red Cross showed up with an emergency basket and a gift card to pur-chase necessities, and area churches have supported them in numerous ways.
When they saw an opportunity to move their piano from the house to the parson-age, eight men from their church, Trade Lake Baptist, along with a family friend showed up with trucks. They needed to bring it in the back door of the parson-age, but didn’t want to rip up the soggy ground with trucks.
“Rather than drive on the wet ground and tear it up,” said Kathy, “they carried it 30 yards into the house and set it down right in the living room.
“It’s soothing to have it here. That was a blessing. I get to listen to Ian play. He graduates from high school this year and will be gone this summer, so I am just very happy to get to hear him now.”
Even the Frederic School District, where Ian will commence this month, took up the cause. Having been captain of the football team, Ian had helped raise funds for a different family that suffered
This time he was the recipient, Ian said. “It’s kind of ironic I ended up getting some, too,” he said. “The coach gave it to us, and he didn’t give me a chance to refuse.”
Kyle, through his work at Northwest Passage, often goes to the clinic in Fred-eric. One day, he said, he was handed an envelope containing a cash gift from the staff.
“I asked them, ‘How do you feel
being the hand of God and an answer to prayer?’” Kyle said.
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from the roof of your house, Kyle and Kathy are able to look back and remem-ber some lighter moments.
while waiting at the Petersen’, Kathy -
pening. Kyle and Ian had been told they still had time to grab a few more things, and Ian had made some very careful se-lections.
“Kyle told me that Ian was sitting at the picnic table. He had grabbed a two-liter bottle of root beer, some buns and the peanut butter. Here was our teenager, sitting at the picnic table at 4 a.m. making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
“Ian was amazing,” she said. “He helped us carry stuff out, and helped us laugh as well.”
serious, wasn’t necessarily a bad thing, said Kyle.
When the family was sitting in the van
Kyle wasn’t wearing his glasses. “I can’t believe I didn’t have them,” said Kyle,
— I don’t remember grabbing them, but I must have.
“It pays to have a practice run,” he joked.
The fact that all of their children were to be home the following weekend to cel-ebrate their grandma’s birthday, and hav-ing the whole family together was a joy, said Kathy. Kyle’s mom was turning 87 years old, and there were many times of laughter over the weekend.
Overall, said Kyle, the one good thing
will most likely be gone.• • •
The cleanup and restoration will con-tinue through the summer but, pending
hope to be back in their home this fall.“We have moments of feeling over-
whelmed,” Kyle said about three weeks
moments we’re energized, and we see that we’re really making progress.”
As a long-distance biker, Kyle said he understands that they have to look long term.
“I’ve done long hauls,” he said. “I have to play mental tricks on myself. I can’t look at how far I’ve come, and I can’t look too far ahead. What I have to do is just look at what is right ahead. The steeper the hill, the more I have to just look for the next pedal.”
Piece by piece, Advanced Restoration of Rice Lake has been cleaning and re-
storing the items from the Lexen home. Lists are being made for the insurance documentation, as well as for items that cannot be cleaned or restored. The Lex-ens book collection of 1,000-plus volumes is most likely lost, they said, along with kitchen equipment, sofas and electronics left in the house.
The top of their home, from the second story to the roof, needs to be replaced. Fortunately, the home was built so stur-dily that, although charred, the 100-year oak and tamarack in the framing was still hard and strong enough to hold the struc-ture up.
total loss, with water damage and all,” said Kyle, “but the structure of the two levels is solid.”
rebuilt because of the water damage. “There’s a lot of work ahead of us,” said Kyle. “We will get through it. We will get done. God has a plan. We’ll be able to look back in a year, and know some of that plan.”
“It’s going to mean trusting God for a long time,” added Kathy. “Our initial needs are being met, but long term, we don’t know how long this will take and how much work it will take.”
“We’re just so thankful,” Kyle said. “We didn’t lose anybody. We’re all OK, we were up and out before the smoke de-tector found it.
“There’s hope in all of this. We’ve been able to talk to other people who are also going through tough times.”
Kathy said it has made her more aware of helping others and being there for
time. “I’d like to be the one to put tulips on their table,” she said, “or to show up with supper or cupcakes.”
ends and restless with the idea they didn’t have a home of their own. But one day she ran into a co-worker who was part of a ministry that made quilts for people in need. That day she received a new quilt for each family member.
said. “That seemed like the beginning of our new start. I looked around, and I realized that I did have a home, and the community was my home. It’s not about a building. It’s about people.
“There was just a kind of love every-where we went,” she said. “I’m so thank-ful to all the people in this community. It’s humbling.”
• • •Northwest Passage has set up The Kyle
Lexen Donation Fund at U.S. Bank in Frederic for anyone wanting to help the family.
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ST. CROIX FALLS - One can feel the energy build in the historic Auditorium
preparations for a new season of profes-sional theater. Such is about to happen.
Festival’s associate artistic director, Jac-lyn Johnson, has done her homework in securing outstanding talent for this sum-mer’s rotating repertory season, opening with the Gershwin musical “Crazy for You” on June 20. Johnson traveled to au-ditions in Minnesota, Illinois and Iowa, and is very excited about the 21 actors who made it through the rigorous call-back process. “With all the talent that will grace our stage this year, it feels like there is truly cause to celebrate,” said Johnson. “Between our amazing group of interns and apprentices, our guest artists and our community actors, this team is truly going to help make Festival’s 24th season one to remember!”
With her powerful voice, Festival The-atre is happy to welcome Kim Braun back to the stage, and to offer her the lead role of Polly Baker in “Crazy for You.” Braun played Lady Larkin in 2011’s “Once Upon a Mattress,” was a supporting role in “Seussical” and also participated in Sew Good Improv that summer. She will be playing opposite another returning Festi-val actor, Neil Powell, in the role of Bobby Child. Powell played opposite Braun in “Once Upon a Mattress,” as Sir Harry. The two shared a dynamic chemistry on
stage, which Festival audiences will enjoy seeing rekindled this summer.
The choreography for “Crazy for You” is being designed by Andrew Bradford Benson, a member of last year’s acting company, and the director of this spring’s Youth and Family Theatre production of “James and the Giant Peach.” Benson has vast training in ballet and tap dance, and loves the opportunity to blend styles and lean into his passion for tap which he does not often get to utilize. In addi-tion to his work as choreographer, Ben-son will be performing in both “Crazy for You” and “The Foreigner.” In “Crazy for You,” the cast will be singing and danc-ing to such classic Gershwin tunes as “I
Got Rhythm,” “They Can’t Take That Away From Me,” “Embraceable You,” and “Someone to Watch Over Me.”
Opening July 6 is “The Foreigner” by Larry Shue. In this story, pathologically shy Charlie is so desperate to evade con-versation with strangers, he assumes the identity of a foreigner who speaks no English. This American classic is fueled by nonstop hilarity, lovable characters and a whole lot of language barriers, sure to stretch the artistic company in their use of dialects and comic timing. “The Foreigner” also happens to be one of Fes-tival’s most requested productions from patrons. First produced at Festival over a decade ago, audiences will delight to see it remounted starring Festival staff mem-ber Seth Kaltwasser as Charlie. “Seth is one of the funniest actors that I have ever worked with on stage,” said Jaclyn John-son. “He completely owns comic timing, but it is his incredibly earnest presence on stage that just delights audiences and makes him a joy to work with.”
Audiences seeing “The Foreigner” will recognize more familiar faces in the cast and notice some new ones. Johnson will play the role of Catherine, Benson will play the up-to-no-good David, and local Ed Moersfelder joins the evil plot as Owen. New to Festival Theatre this season are Ethan Bjellend, Riley O’Toole
out this cast of incredibly talented comic
actors. Kaltwasser, actor, arts education coor-
dinator, and eevelopment associate, has stepped into a new role by authoring the script for “This Untoward Generation!” which opens August 10. In its premiere production, this piece centers on the daily triumphs and tragedies of America’s 20-somethings, examining the current status quo for the millennial generation through the eyes of its still coming-of-age heroes. Never lacking for grace and humor, “This Untoward Generation!” of-fers a fresh perspective on the current la-bors of tomorrow’s leaders, and provides a perfect story for Festival’s company members to sink their teeth into as sum-mer winds down.
Theatre Series single tickets can be re-served online at ”festivaltheatre.org or by
Passes are available in six- and 10-seat packages, saving money and providing an easy way to see multiple shows this season or attend one event with a group.
Sew Good Improv returns with a new mix of talent Friday evenings beginning June 7. Tickets are just $5 and can be pur-
is located at 210 N. Washington St. in downtown St. Croix Falls, in the historic Civic Auditorium.
Festival Theatre’s summer company arriving soon
All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference limi - tation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimina- tion.” Familial status includes chil - dren under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; preg - nant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowing- ly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings adver - tised in this newspaper are avail - able on an equal opportunity ba- sis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669- 9777. The toll-free telephone num - ber for the hearing impaired is 1- 800-927-9275.
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Committee strikes municipal employee residency requirement
by Shawn Johnson
Wisconsin Public RadioSTATEWIDE - Local government employees would not
have to live in the cities they serve, under a measure passed by the Legislature’s budget committee Thursday night, May 9.
Gov. Scott Walker’s budget called for an outright end to residency requirements for local government employees, but some members of his own party pushed back. The most outspoken critic was West Bend Republican senator Glenn Grothman, who Thursday night told colleagues he was vot-ing for the city of Milwaukee, where Grothman feared ending the residency requirement for city workers would ruin some of the city’s nicest neighborhoods.
“Milwaukee is the biggest city of the state. And it’s the most important city of the state. And some people feel we shouldn’t care about it as much because they don’t vote for people we like. Someday I’d like them to vote for people we like, but to me it’s still the most important city of this state. And maybe I’m wrong today, but I’ll tell you, if this doesn’t work outright, we’re not going to be able to take it back.”
Three other Republicans joined all four Democrats on the Legislature’s budget committee in voting to take the resi-dency provision out of the budget. But that unlikely coalition fell one vote short.
In the end, voices like Sen. Mary Lazich, R-New Berlin, won the day. Lazich said the issue was about local control.
“The most local control is your home and what you do within your home and where you live. And I don’t really think it’s any of the employer’s business where you live.”
Republicans did modify the governor’s budget to require
within a 15-mile radius of the city or county they protect. That radius requirement would not apply to other workers, meaning Milwaukee teachers would no longer have to live in the city and could move wherever they want.
Contaminat
Coliform (TCR)
MCL
presence of coliform bacteria in >=5% of monthly samples
MCLG
0
Count of Positives
2
Violation
Yes, Ended
9/19/2012
Typical Source of Contaminant
Naturally present in the environment
Sample Date (if prior to 2012)
MICROBIOLOGICAL CONTAMINANTS
Contaminant Group # Of Contaminants
Inorganic Contaminants 16
Microbiological Contaminants 3
Radioactive Contaminants 3
Synthetic Organic Contaminants including Pesticides and Herbicides 25
Volatile Organic Contaminants 20
Water System Information We’re pleased to provide you with this year’s Annual Water Quality Report. This report is designed t o inform you about the quality water and serv -
ices we deliver to you every day. Our goal is, and always has been, to provide you a safe and depend able supply of drinking water. Luck Water Utility routinely monitors for contaminants in your drinking water according to Federal a nd State Laws. We are pleased to report that
our drinking water is safe and meets Federal and State requirements. The Luck Village Board meets publicly the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Luck Vil lage Hall, 401 Main St., Luck, WI. If you would like to know more about the information contained in this report, please contact Seth P etersen at 715-472-2038.
Health Information Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amount s of some contaminants. The presence of
contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about co ntaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s safe drinking water hotline (800-426-4791) .
Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Im munocompromised persons such as per - sons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune systems dis - orders, some elderly and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should se ek advice about drinking water from their health - care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by cryptospo ridium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Envrionmental Protection Agency’s safe drinking hotline (800-426-4791).
Source(s) of Water Source ID Source Depth (ft.) Status
2 Groundwater 118 Active
3 Groundwater 115 Active
To obtain a summary of the source water assessment, please contact Seth Petersen at 715-472-2038.
Educational Information The sources of drinking water, both tap water and bottled water, include rivers, lakes, streams, pon ds, reservoirs, springs and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, i n some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include:
• Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, s eptic systems, agricultural livestock operations and wildlife.
• Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occuring or result from urb an storm-water runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming.
• Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban storm -water runoff and residential uses. • Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are byprodu cts of industrial processes and petro -
leum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban storm-water runoff and septic systems. • Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas productio n and mining activities.
In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. FDA regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water, which shal l provide the same protection for public health.
Number of Contaminants Required to be Tested This table displays the number of contaminants that were required to be tested in the last five year s. The CCR may contain up to five years’ worth
of water quality results. If a water system tests annually, or more frequently, the results from the most recent year are shown on the CCR. If testing is done less frequently, the results shown on the CCR are from the past five years.
Contaminant (units)
RADIUM, (226 + 228) (pCi/I)
MCL
5
MCLG
0
Level Found
1.4
Range
.9 - 1.4
Violation
NO
Typical Source of Contaminant
Erosion of natural deposits.
Sample Date (if prior to 2012)
3/23/2009
RADIOACTIVE CONTAMINANTS
Contaminant (units)
1,1,1- TRICHLOROETHANE (ppb)
1,2-DICHLOROETHANE (ppb)
MCL
200
5
MCLG
200
0
Level Found
.1
.2
Range
nd- .1
nd- .2
Violation
NO
NO
Typical Source of Contaminant
Discharge from metal degreasing sites and other factories.
Discharge from industrial chemical factories.
Sample Date (if prior to 2012)
VOLATILE ORGANIC CONTAMINANTS
Range
1-2
.027-.047
2-2
2 of 15 results were above the action level
nd-.2
0 of 15 results were above the action level
2.3000- 2.4000
.70-.74
12.00-23.00
Contaminant (units)
ARSENIC (ppb)
BARIUM (ppm)
CHROMIUM (ppb)
COPPER (ppm)
FLUORIDE (ppm)
LEAD (ppb)
NICKEL (ppb)
NITRATE (NO3-N) (ppm)
SODIUM (ppm)
MCL
10
2
100
AL = 1.3
4
AL = 15
100
10
n/a
MCLG
n/a
2
100
1.3
4
0
10
n/a
Level Found
2
.047
2
1.3
.2
5.80
2.4000
.74
23.00
Violation
NO
NO
NO
*
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
Typical Source of Contaminant
Erosion of natural deposits; Runoff from orchards; Runoff from glass and electronics production wastes.
Discharge of drilling wastes; Discharge from metal refineries; Erosion of natural deposits.
Discharge from steel and pulp mills; Erosion of natural deposits.
Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits; Leaching from wood preservatives.
Erosion of natural deposits; Water additive which promotes strong teeth; Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories.
Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits.
Nickel occurs naturally in soils, groundwater and surface waters and is often used in electroplating, stainless steel and alloy products.
Runoff from fertilizer use; Leaching from septic tanks, sewage; Erosion of natural deposits.
n/a
Sample Date (if prior to 2012)
6/20/2011
6/20/2011
6/20/2011
8/17/2011
6/20/2011
9/12/2011
6/20/2011
6/20/2011
INORGANIC CONTAMINANTS
*Systems exceeding a lead and/or copper action level must take actions to reduce lead and/or copper in the drinking water. The lead and copper values represent the 90th percentile of all compliance samples collected. If you want information on the NU MBER of sites or the actions taken to reduce these levels, please contact your water supply operator.
Contaminant (units)
CHLOROMETHANE (METHYLCHLORIDE) (ppb)
MCL
n/a
MCLG
n/a
Level Found
.19
Range
.19
Violation
NO
Typical Source of Contaminant
n/a
Sample Date (if prior to 2012)
9/25/2009
UNREGULATED CONTAMINANTS
Contaminant (units)
METHYLTERT- BTYLETHER (ppb)
MCL
n/a
MCLG
n/a
Level Found
1.20
Range
1.20
Violation
NO
Typical Source of Contaminant
n/a
Sample Date (if prior to 2012)
UNREGULATED CONTAMINANTS
Contaminant
COLIFORM (TCR)
Health Effects
Coliforms are bacteria which are naturally present in the environment and are used as an indicator t hat other, potentially harmful, bacteria may be present. Coliforms were found in more samples than allowed and this was a warning of potential problems.
HEALTH EFFECTS FOR ANY CONTAMINANTS WITH MCL VIOLATIONS
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS TAKEN The Luck Water Utility chlorinated to disinfect and resampled.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The Utility will be upgrading a undersized water main and looping 4 dead-end mains this summer.
2012 DNR Consumer Confidence Report Data for 64903388
LUCK WATERWORKS
DEFINITION OF TERMS Term Definition
AL Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other req uirements which a water system must follow.
MCL Maximum Contaminant Level: The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCL s are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology.
MCLG Maximum Contaminant Level Goal: The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.
MFL Million fibers per liter.
MRDL Maximum residual disinfectant level: The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminan ts.
MRDLG Maximum residual disinfectant level goal: The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which the re is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants.
mrem/year Millirems per year (a measure of radiation absorbed by the body).
NTU Nephelometric Turbidity Units.
pCi/1 Picocuries per liter (a measure of radioactivity).
ppm Parts per million, or milligrams per liter (mg/l).
ppb Parts per billion, or micrograms per liter (ug/l).
ppt Parts per trillion, or nanograms per liter.
ppq Parts per quadrillion, or picograms per liter.
TCR Total Coliform Rule.
TT Treatment Technique: A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking wa ter.
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Notices/Employment opportunities/Garage Sales
(May 1, 8, 15) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY
ROYAL CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff, vs. JOSEPH W. TELSCHOW, Defendant.
Case No. 13CV169 Money Judgment: 30301 AMENDED SUMMONS
To: Joseph W. Telschow 678 115th Street Amery, WI 54001 You are hereby notified that Plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. Within forty (40) days after May 1, 2013, you must respond with a written de- mand for a copy of the Com- plaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the Court, whose address is Polk County Judicial Center, 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, and to Weld, Riley, Prenn & Ricci, S.C., and to Weld, Riley, Prenn & Ricci, S.C., Plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is 3624 Oakwood Hills Parkway, P.O. Box 1030, Eau Claire, Wis. 54702-1030. You may have an attorney help or represent you. If you do not demand a copy of the Complaint within forty (40) days, the Court may grant judg - ment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the Complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the Complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by gar - nishment or seizure of property. Dated this 24th day of April, 2013.
Weld, Riley, Prenn & Ricci, S.C. By: Christine A. Gimber State Bar ID #: 01020223 Attorneys for Plaintiff P.O. Address: P.O. Box 1030 Eau Claire, WI 54702-1030 715-839-7786 This is an attempt to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
RESTAURANT Taylors Falls, MN 651-465-5245 583000 38-39L 28-29a,d
(May 8, 15, 22)
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT CIVIL DIVISION POLK COUNTY
DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE, FOR NEW CENTURY HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 2004-4
Plaintiff vs.
RONALD J. DOEDEN A/K/A RON DOEDEN; TAMI K. DOEDEN;
Defendants
NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Case No. 12 CV 000434
Case Code No. 30404
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of fore - closure entered on November 2, 2012, in the amount of $148,041.23, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows:
TIME: June 4, 2013, at 10 a.m.
TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money
order at the time of sale; bal - ance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plain - tiff.
2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encum - brances.
3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax from the pro - ceeds of the sale upon con - firmation of the court.
PLACE: L obby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake , WI 54810.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION : Lot 12 of the P lat of Indianhead Subdivision to the C ity of Amery, Polk County, Wisconsin.
TAX KEY NO .: 201-1170-0000.
PROPERTY ADDRESS : 304 Griffin St. E., Amery, Wiscon- sin 54001.
Adam C. Lueck State Bar No. 1081386 Attorney for Plaintiff 230 W. Monroe St., Suite 1125 Chicago, IL 60606 Phone: 312-541-9710
Johnson, Blumberg & Associ- ates, LLC, is the creditor’s attor - ney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any infor - mation obtained will be used for that purpose. 583021 WNAXLP
TOWN OF LAKETOWN
BURNING RESTRICTION
No burning is allowed from
midnight until 6 p.m. from April 1 through
June 1, 2013. Patsy Gustafson
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GARAGE SALE Friday, May 17, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.;
Saturday, May 18, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Little girls delight, size 2T - 4T, some smaller; toys; jrs., misses, men’s & teen boys clothing;
bedding; household; much misc.
310 Park Ave., Frederic 4 block east of Wash House
Casey Denver, Doreen Coen, Denise Nelson 715-220-1481 583345 28ap 39Lp
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Saturday, May 18,
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 7650 Johnson St.,
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NOTICE OF MEETING
TOWN OF WEST SWEDEN Notice Is Hereby Given That The
Town Board Meeting Is Scheduled To Be Held On Tuesday, May 21,
2013, At 7:00pm At The Town Hall. Agenda:
1. Call meeting to order 2. Corrections on the printed agenda 3. Clerk Report 4. Treasurer Report 5. Public input – 6. Old business – A. North Land
Ambulance Inter-Community Agreement
7. Employee/Hwy. report - 8. Correspondence 9. New business
A. Road Inspection Report B. 305th/Benson Grinding Prices C. Quotes for brush clearing services
10. Review bills/vouchers 11. Set next meeting date 12. Move to adjourn
Respectfully Submitted, Andrea Lundquist, Clerk
Burnett County circuit court
(May 15, 22, 29) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF HILMA MARIE GRISWOLD a/k/a Hilma L. Griswold a/k/a H. Linde Griswold Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 13 PR 32
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth November 6, 1918, and date of death March 11, 2013, was domiciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mail - ing address of 431 South Jefferson Street, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is August 19, 2013. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar May 7, 2013 Adam C. Benson, Attorney at Law Benson Law Office, LTD. P.O. Box 370 Siren, WI 54872 715-349-5215 Bar No.: 1032855 583451
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HELP WANTED Part-Time & On-Call
Maintenance At Both Frederic &
St. Croix Falls Locations
Please apply within No phone calls
105 E. Oak St., Frederic 343 McKinny St.
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(May 15, 22, 29) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY
PennyMac Loan Services LLC as servicer for PennyMac Corp. Plaintiff vs. EDWARD E. HOPP, et al. Defendant(s)
Case No: 12 CV 517 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of fore - closure entered on November 19, 2012, in the amount of $83,393.59, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows:
TIME: June 11, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: By bidding at the sher - iff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2.) Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encum - brances. 3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. DESCRIPTION: T he South 85 Feet of the West 140 Feet of Lot 7, Block 3, Park Addition to the V illage of F rederic. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 500 Polk Avenue N., Frederic, WI 54837. TAX KEY NO.: 126-00298-0000.
Dated this 29th day of April, 2013. Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Dustin A. McMahon Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719
Please go to www.blommer - peterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peter- man, S.C., is the creditor’s attor - ney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any infor - mation obtained will be used for that purpose. 2689125 583255 WNAXLP
(May 15, 22, 29) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY
Bank of America, N.A., Successor by Merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP Plaintiff vs.
JEFFREY S. NAIMON, et al. Defendant(s) Case No: 12 CV 491
NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of fore - closure entered on February 21, 2013, in the amount of $182,557.68, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: June 11, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: By bidding at the sher - iff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2.) Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encum - brances. 3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Lot 1 of Certi- fied Survey Map No. 2093 re- corded in Volume 10 of Certi- fied Survey Maps, page 16 as Document No. 547057, being located in part of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, Sec- tion 25, Township 33 North, Range 18 West, Town of Gar- field, Polk County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1866 80th Ave., Dresser, WI 54009. TAX KEY NO.: 024-00876-0100. Dated this 19th day of April, 2013.
/s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Alyssa A. Johnson Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086085 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719
Please go to www.blommer - peterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peter- man, S.C., is the creditor’s attor - ney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any infor - mation obtained will be used for that purpose. 2692187 583906 WNAXLP
NOTICE The next meeting
of the Board of Directors of the
Frederic Rural Fire Association will be Tuesday, May 28, 2013, at 7 p.m. at
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Wed., May 22 6 p.m.
at Sunrise Apts. 100 Lake Ave. S.,
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Notices/Employment opportunities
(Apr. 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY
Community Bank of Cameron - Grantsburg - Siren 114 E. Madison Avenue Box 718 Grantsburg, WI 54840, Plaintiff, vs. Dwight A. Anderson 2940 140th St. Frederic, WI 54837 Paula J. Anderson 2961 140th St. Frederic, WI 54837 Defendants.
NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Case # 12-CV-103 Case Class Code: 30404 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above action on the 15th day of May, 2012, the under - signed Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell at public auction in the lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, Balsam Lake, Wis. 54810, on the 11th day of June, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. of that day, the real estate and mortgaged premises directed by said judgment to be sold and therein described as follows: The SE 1/4 NE 1/4 of Section 3, Township 36 North, Range 17 West, Polk County, Wis., excepting therefrom a parcel of land described as follows: commencing at the Southeast corner of said forty acres, thence North 22.5 rods, thence West 35.5 rods, thence South 22.5 rods, thence East 35.5 rods to the point of beginning. Property Address: 2961 140th St., Frederic, WI 54837 Ten percent (10%) of the suc - cessful bid must be paid to the Sheriff at sale in cash or by cer - tified check. Balance due within 10 days of court approval. Purchaser is responsible for payment of all transfer taxes and recording fees. Dated this 15th day of April, 2013. Terms of Sale: Cash.
Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff 1005 W. Main St. Balsam Lake, WI 54810 Todd H. Anderson, #1012132 Attorney for Plaintiff P.O. Box 507 Grantsburg, WI 54840 715-463-5365.
Pursuant to the Fair Debt Col- lection Practices Act (15 U.S.C. Section 1692), we are required to state that we are attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf, and any information we obtain will be used for that pur - pose. 582028 WNAXLP
(May 8, 15, 22) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY
OneWest Bank, FSB 2900 Esperanza Crossing P.O. Box 85400 Austin, TX 78758 Plaintiff vs. Estate of Delores E. Dodge 205 2nd Street Clear Lake, WI 54005 Unknown Tenants 205 2nd Street Clear Lake, WI 54005 Greg E. Dodge 368 40th Street Clear Lake, WI 54005 Melanie E. Dodge W4590 Swamp Road La Crosse, WI 54601 Brian E. Dodge Sr. 2200 S. 28th Street #325 Grand Forks, ND 58201 Brenda E. Mercer a/k/a Brenda Ringstad 243 East Oak Street Glenwood City, WI 54013 United States of America Internal Revenue Service 10th And Constitution Ave. NW Washington, D.C. 20530 Defendants
SUMMONS Real Estate Mortgage Foreclosure Case No: 13 CV 132 Honorable Molly E. GaleWyrick Case Code: 30404
THE STATE OF WISCONSIN To the following party named as a defendant herein: Brenda E. Mercer a/k/a Brenda E. Ring- stad. You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. The Com- plaint, which is also served upon you, states the nature and basis of the legal action. Within 40 days after May 8, 2013, you must respond with a written answer, as that term is used in Chapter 802 of the Wisconsin Statues, to the complaint. The Court may reject or disregard an answer that does not follow the requirements of the statues. The answer must be sent or deliv - ered to the Court, whose ad- dress is Polk County Clerk of Circuit Court, Polk County Justice Center 1005 West Main St., Suite 300 Balsam Lake, WI 54810-9071
and to Dustin McMahon/Blom- mer Peterman, S.C., plaintiff`s attorney, whose address is: Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005
You may have an attorney help or represent you. If you do not provide a proper answer within 40 days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or sei - zure of property. Dated this 23rd day of April, 2013. Dustin McMahon/Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719
Blommer Peterman, S.C., is the creditor’s attorney and is at- tempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 2698716 582890 WNAXLP
(May 8, 15, 22) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY
JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff vs. JANET M. DONNELLY, et al. Defendants
Case No. 12 CV 404 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of fore - closure entered on August 15, 2012, in the amount of $119,865.87, the Polk County Sheriff will sell the premises described below at public auc - tion as follows: DATE/TIME: June 4, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; bal - ance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plain - tiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens, encum - brances, and payment of applicable transfer taxes. PLACE: In the Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis., 54810. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Part of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 36, Township 35 North, Range 16 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point 50 feet due West of the Northeast cor - ner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4; thence South at right angles 13.65 chains; thence West at right angles 6.15 chains; thence North at right angles 3.65 chains; thence West at right angles 1.85 chains; thence North at right angles 10 chains; thence East 8 chains to the point of beginning. Said land being in the Town of Georgetown, County of Polk and State of Wisconsin. ADDRESS: 624 190th Avenue, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. TAX KEY NO: 026-01396-0000. Dated this 4th day of April, 2013.
Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Cummisford, Acevedo & Associates, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Mark R. Cummisford State Bar #1034906 6508 South 27th St., Suite #6 Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-761-1700
Cummisford, Acevedo & Asso- ciates, LLC, is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on hits behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 582892 WNAXLP
(May 8, 15, 22) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY Central Bank, a Minnesota banking corporation, 304 Cascade Street P.O. Box 188 Osceola, Wisconsin 54020, Plaintiff, vs. Peter M. Geis P.O. Box 196 513 Minnesota Avenue Centuria, Wisconsin 54824, Beth McAbee P.O. Box 196 513 Minnesota Avenue Centuria, Wisconsin 54824, Robert A. Tonnar P.O. Box 404 511 5th Street Centuria, Wisconsin 54824, Virginia C. Tonnar P.O. Box 404 511 5th Street Centuria, Wisconsin 54824, United States of America, Department of Treasury – Internal Revenue Service, a federal government agency, 660 West Washington Avenue, Suite 303 Madison, Wisconsin 53703, Discover Bank Issuer of the Discover Card a/k/a Discover Bank, a Delaware banking corporation, 502 East Market Street Greenwood, Delaware 19950, Midland Funding LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, 8040 Excelsior Drive, Suite 400 Madison, Wisconsin 53717, Country Comfort, LLC, a Wisconsin limited liability company, 106 West Prospect Avenue Almena, Wisconsin 54805, Unifund CCR, LLC, an Ohio limited liability company, d/b/a Unifund CCR Partners 10625 Techwood Circle Cincinnati, Ohio 45242, John Doe, Mary Roe, and XYZ corporation Defendants. Case Type: 30404
Case No.: 12CV358 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of that certain Amend- ed Findings of Fact, Conclu- sions of Law, Order for Judg- ment, and Judgment entered and filed in the above-entitled action effective nunc pro tunc to August 24, 2012, the Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell the following described real property at public auction as fol - lows: DATE/TIME: May 30, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: 10% of successful bid must be paid to Sheriff at sale in certified funds, with the bal - ance due and owing on the date of confirmation of the sale by the Court. PLACE: Lobby of the Polk County Justice Center, 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, WI 54810. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 4, BLOCK 12, VILLAGE OF CENTURIA, AND LOT 5, EX- CEPT THE SOUTH 10 FEET THEREOF, BLOCK 12, VIL- LAGE OF CENTURIA, ALL AS ACCORDING TO THE OFFI- CIAL PLAT THEREOF ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTER OF DEEDS FOR POLK COUNTY, WISCONSIN. (FOR INFORMATIONAL PUR- POSES ONLY: Plaintiff be- lieves that the property ad- dress is 513 Minnesota Ave- nue, Centuria, Wisconsin.) Dated: April 25, 2013.
Peter Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: ANASTASI JELLUM, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2951 Garth G. Gavenda/#16138
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(May 15, 22, 29) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY
ANCHOR BANK, FSB, successor to S&C Bank; Plaintiff, vs. STEVEN H. AMOS and JOAN M. AMOS, husband and wife; Defendants.
Case No. 12-CV-643 Code No. 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage Dollar Amount Greater Than $5,000.00 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of fore - closure entered on December 7, 2012, in the amount of $210,348.79, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: June 11, 2013, at 10:00 o’clock a.m. TERMS: 1. 10% down in cash or cer - tified funds at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2. Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encum - brances. 3. Buyer to pay applicable Wisconsin Real Estate Transfer Tax. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center located at 1005 West Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin DESCRIPTION: Lot One (1) of Certified Survey Map No. 22 15, recorded in V olume 10 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 139, Document No. 555320, located in the NW 1/4 of SE 1/4, Section 14-34-18, Polk County, Wisconsin. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1937 Lees Avenue, Town of St. Croix Falls. TAX KEY NO.: 044-00340-0100. Peter M. Johnson Sheriff of Polk County, WI O’DESS AND ASSOCIATES, S.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 1414 Underwood Avenue, Suite 403 Wauwatosa, WI 53213 (414) 727-1591
O’Dess and Associates, S.C., is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a Chapter 7 Discharge in Bankruptcy, this correspon - dence should not be construed as an attempt to collect a debt. 583252 WNAXLP
(May 15, 22, 29) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY
AnchorBank, FSB Plaintiff vs.
BRIAN L. WOLTZ, et al. Defendant(s) Case No: 11 CV 215
NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of fore - closure entered on May 11, 2012, in the amount of $45,604.79, the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: June 11, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. TERMS: By bidding at the sher - iff sale, prospective buyer is consenting to be bound by the following terms: 1.) 10% down in cash or money order at the time of sale; balance due within 10 days of confirmation of sale; failure to pay balance due will result in forfeit of deposit to plaintiff. 2.) Sold “as is” and subject to all legal liens and encum - brances. 3.) Plaintiff opens bidding on the property, either in person or via fax and as recited by the sheriff department in the event that no opening bid is offered, plaintiff retains the right to request the sale be declared as invalid as the sale is fatally defective. PLACE: Polk County Justice Center at 1005 W. Main Street, Balsam Lake, Wis. DESCRIPTION: Parcel 1: Lot 1 of Certified Survey Map No. 1803, record- ed in Volume 8 of Certified Survey Maps, Page 151, as Document No. 526972, being part of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 and part of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 8, Township 35 North, Range 18 West; TOGETHER with the Northwest 1/4 of the South- east 1/4 and the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 8, Township 35 North, Range 18 West, lying East of Certified Survey Map No. 1803, in the Town of Eureka, Polk County, Wis. EXCEPT- ING therefrom that part con - veyed in Warranty Deed recorded on March 2, 2010, as Document No. 768790. Parcel 2: Easement for ingress and egress over the East 66 feet of the parcel described in Warranty Deed recorded on March 2, 2010, as Document No. 768790. PROPERTY ADDRESS: Vacant land at 2198 220th Street, Luck, WI 54853. TAX KEY NO.: 020-00212-0100. Dated this 19th day of April, 2013.
/s/Sheriff Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Dustin A. McMahon Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1086857 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719
Please go to www.blommer - peterman.com to obtain the bid for this sale. Blommer Peter- man, S.C., is the creditor’s attor - ney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any infor - mation obtained will be used for that purpose. 2692594 583254 WNAXLP
TOWN OF STERLING MONTHLY TOWN BOARD MEETING
The Monthly Town Board Meeting Will Be Held May 20, 2013, At The Cushing Community Center At 7:00 p.m.
Agenda: Clerk minutes, Treasurer report, Update on town leases, Decisions on delin - quent pp taxes, Citizen concerns, Approve operator licenses, Road maint. report; Set June agenda; Pay bills and Adjournment.
Julie Peterson, Clerk 583473 39L 29a
APPLICATION FOR LICENSE
Application for Retail Class “A” to sell intoxicating liq - uors and fermented malt beverages. To the Town of Daniels, Burnett County, Wisconsin. The undersigned:
Backwoods Beer & Bait Roger Wood, Agent 10561 State Rd. 70 Siren, WI 54872 NW 1/4, Sec. 19, T38N,
R17W Hereby applies for a Retail
Class “A” License to sell In- toxicating Liquors and Fer- mented Malt Beverages from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2014.
Dated May 13, 2013 Elizabeth Simonsen, Clerk Town of Daniels
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(May 15, 22, 29) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MAURICE D. DUXBURY Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 13 PR 33
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth July 30, 1957, and date of death April 18, 2013, was domi - ciled in Polk County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 2077A 250th Ave., Luck, WI 54853. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is August 19, 2013. 5. A claim may be filed at the Polk County Courthouse, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Room 500. Jenell L. Anderson Probate Registrar May 10, 2013 Bo Duxbury, Personal Representative 201 2nd Ave. Milltown, WI 54858 715-501-4473
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HELP WANTED
Universal Caregivers For 1st, 2nd &
3rd Shifts At Both Frederic &
St. Croix Falls Locations
Please apply within No phone calls
105 E. Oak St., Frederic 343 McKinny St.
St. Croix Falls
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NOTICE TOWN OF EUREKA SPECIAL BOARD MEETING
The Special Town Board Meeting will start at the Eureka Town Hall on Saturday, May 18, 2013, at 9 a.m., for the Annual Road Inspection for discussing and prioritizing 2013 contracted road maintenance repairs.
AGENDA POSTED AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS Town Hall; Town Garage - Clerk’s Office; Wolf Creek Bar;
Edgetown Tavern www.townofeureka.org
Melody Jacobs, Clerk 583864 39L
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SCHOOL DISTRICT OF SIREN VACANCY NOTICE
Position : Educational Interpreter - K-12 - Pupil Services Qualifications : Wisconsin DPI Certification Duties : The School District of Siren has opened a
search for an Educational Interpreter for the 2013-2014 school year. This position will require after-school and weekend interpreting for DHH student(s) in extracurricular activities.
Requirements : This position will remain open until filled. Application: Candidates are asked to apply immediately by
sending a letter and a resume stating qualifica - tions, experience and references to: Sara Towne, Special Education Director, School District of Siren, 24022 4th Avenue, Siren, WI 54872.
Posting Date: March 2013 Desired Start Date August 28, 2013
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HELP WANTED Paid Position As Organist And/Or Pianist At Peace Lutheran Church
In Dresser, WI This person would accompany our Sunday Worship Services every other week as scheduled. Two services (8:30 & 10:45 a.m.) September - May and one service (9:00 a.m.) in the summer months. Please send a letter of interest to Peace Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 655, Dresser, WI 54009. Attention: Worship Ministry. 582717 27-28d 38-39L
TOWN OF ST. CROIX FALLS -Polk County, Wisconsin www.townofstcroixfalls.org PLAN COMMISSION - NOTICE OF HEARING May 16, 2013 The Town of St. Croix Falls Plan Commission will hold a public hearing at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2013, at the town hall at 1305 200th Street & U.S. Hwy. 8, St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin. Written evidence, testimony or comments, if any, must be delivered in person or by mail to the town hall. RM Golf Carts Inc. requests a special exception to allow a store selling and servicing golf carts and golf cart parts in the Commercial District. The property address is 2205 U.S. Highway 8, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024. The property is located in the SE1/4 of section 29, parcel number 044-00814-0000. Jim Alt, Zoning Administrator 583133 38-39L WNAXLP
PLEASANT PRAIRIE ANNUAL MEETING
Sunday, May 26, 2013 Church, Speaker
Rev. Donald Ahlquist 11 a.m. Potluck Picnic Noon Cemetery Assoc.
Meeting 1:30 p.m. 16581 County Road O
Grantsburg, Wis. 583250 39Lp
NOTICE OF OPEN BOOK FOR THE TOWN OF JACKSON STATE OF WISCONSIN TOWN OF JACKSON BURNETT COUNTY P ursuant to S ec . 70.45, WI. S tatutes, the T own of J ackson assessment roll for the year 2013 assessment will be open for examination on the 31st day of May , 2013, at the town hall, 4599 Cty. Road A, Webster , Wis., from 3 to 5 p.m. I nstructional material about the assessment, on how to file an objection and about board of review procedures under Wis. L aw will be available at that time. N otice is hereby given this 15th day of May, 2013.
For The Town Of Jackson Lorraine Radke, Clerk Board of Review will be held at the Town Hall on Friday, May 31, 2013, from 5 to 7 p.m. 583257 39L WNAXLP
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - VILLAGE OF SIREN CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT Public notice is hereby given to all persons in the Village of Siren, Wisconsin, that a public hearing will be held by the Plan Commission on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, at 10 a.m. at the Village Hall, 24049 First Avenue, Village of Siren, Wisconsin, at the request of the Village Board on an application for a Conditional Use Permit: 7611 County Road B (PID 07-181-2-38-16-17-5 15-691- 011000 and 07-181-2-38-16-17-5 15-691-044000) to use a single-family dwelling as a duplex or two-family housing unit. All persons interested are invited to attend said hearing and be heard. Information on the proposal is available at the Village Office at 24049 First Avenue. Ann L. Peterson Village Clerk/Treasurer Week of May 15, 2013 583449 39-40L WNAXLP
ADVERTISEMENT FOR QUOTES VILLAGE OF LUCK Notice is hereby given that sealed quotes for the following pro - jects will be received by the Director of Public Works until 2:00PM on Tuesday, May 28, 2013, at the Luck Municipal Building, PO Box 315, 401 Main St, Luck, WI 54853. Project includes: Mill and HMA Overlay- Approx. 9,925 sq. yds. -Various Areas in the Village of Luck Copies of the Specifications, Instructions to Bidders, Forms of Proposals and other contract documents are on file at the Municipal Building and may be obtained without charge. Contractors should contact the Director of Public Works regard - ing any questions about the specifications or location of work. Projects may not start before July 22, 2013. The Village of Luck reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any informalities in the bids received, and to accept any bid which it deems most favorable. 583472 39-40L WNAXLP EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY -
INSURANCE Property & Casualty Insurance Agent
Trade Lake Mutual Insurance Company is seeking agents to represent our company in the areas of Grantsburg and St. Croix Falls and surrounding areas. Qualified candidate must have a WI Property & Casualty insurance license and be located in the area served. Contract is available to a single agent or Independent Agency. Experience preferred but we will consider all responses.
Please send response and/or resume to: Ginger Baker, Mgr.
Trade Lake Mutual Insurance Company 11733 Hwy. 48, , Frederic, WI 54837
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NOTICE Lewis Cemetery Association
dinner/meeting Thursday, May 16, 2013
Pour House, Siren 6 p.m. 583619 39Lp
TOWN OF CLAM FALLS SEEKING BIDS
The Town of Clam Falls is seeking bids for a 2” overlay on 65th Street north of County Road I (1,736 ft. x 22 ft.). Overlay to be milled to match existing road. Questions on the project can be directed to Lee at 715- 653-2297. Bids are due by 5 p.m., Tuesday, June 11, 2013, and are to be addressed to: Betty Knutson, Clerk, Town of Clam Falls, 3335-90th St., Frederic, WI 54837. The outside of the envelope is to be clearly marked 65TH STREET OVERLAY BID. Bids will be opened at the regular town board meeting on June 12, 2013, 7 p.m., at the town hall. All bids are to include flagging and signage.
The Town of Clam Falls reserves the right to reject any and all bids. 583620 39L, 29-30a WNAXLP
TOWN OF CLAM FALLS SEEKING BIDS
The Town of Clam Falls is seeking bids for a 2” overlay on 115th Street south of County Road E (5,300 ft. x 22 ft.). Overlay to be milled to match existing road. Questions on the project can be directed to Lee at 715-653- 2297. Bids are due by 5 p.m., Tuesday, June 11, 2013, and are to be addressed to: Betty Knutson, Clerk, Town of Clam Falls, 3335-90th St., Frederic, WI 54837. The outside of the enve - lope is to be clearly marked 115TH STREET OVER- LAY BID. Bids will be opened at the regular town board meeting on June 12, 2013, 7 p.m., at the town hall. All bids are to include flagging and signage.
The Town of Clam Falls reserves the right to reject any and all bids. 583623 39L, 29-30a WNAXLP
TOWN OF CLAM FALLS SEEKING BIDS
The Town of Clam Falls is seeking bids for pulverizing in place 6,940’ x 22’ on 65th Street south of County Road E. Questions on the project can be directed to Lee at 715- 653-2297. Bids are due by 5 p.m., Tuesday, June 11, 2013, and are to be addressed to Betty Knutson, Clerk, Town of Clam Falls, 3335-90th St., Frederic, WI 54837. The outside of the envelope is to be clearly marked 65TH STREET PULVER - IZNG BID. Bids will be opened at the regular town board meeting on June 12, 2013, 7 p.m., at the town hall. All bids are to include flagging and signage.
The Town of Clam Falls reserves the right to reject any and all bids. 583626 39L, 29-30a WNAXLP
TOWN OF CLAM FALLS SEEKING BIDS
The Town of Clam Falls is seeking bids for pulverizing in place 5,280’ x 22’ on 340th Avenue west of 115th Street. Questions on the project can be directed to Lee at 715- 653-2297. Bids are due by 5 p.m., Tuesday, June 11, 2013, and are to be addressed to: Betty Knutson, Clerk, Town of Clam Falls, 3335-90th St., Frederic, WI 54837. The outside of the envelope is to be clearly marked 115TH AVENUE PULVER - IZNG BID. Bids will be opened at the regular town board meeting on June 12, 2013, 7 p.m., at the town hall. All bids are to include flagging and signage.
The Town of Clam Falls reserves the right to reject any and all bids. 583629 39L, 29-30a WNAXLP
TOWN OF CLAM FALLS SEEKING BIDS
The Town of Clam Falls is seeking bids for double chip seal of 5,280’ x 22’ on 340th Avenue west of 115th Street; 2-1/2 inches compacted. Road to be shaped and compacted prior to sealing. Questions on the project can be directed to Lee at 715-653- 2297. Bids are due by 5 p.m., Tuesday, June 11, 2013, and are to be addressed to Betty Knutson, Clerk, Town of Clam Falls, 3335- 90th St., Frederic, WI 54837. The outside of the envelope is to be clearly marked 340TH AVENUE CHIP SEAL BID. Bids will be opened at the regular town board meeting on June 12, 2013, 7 p.m., at the town hall. All bids are to include flagging and signage.
The Town of Clam Falls reserves the right to reject any and all bids. 583632 39L, 29-30a WNAXLP
TOWN OF CLAM FALLS SEEKING BIDS
The Town of Clam Falls is seeking bids for paving 6,940’ x 22’ on 65th Street south of County Road E. Questions on the project can be directed to Lee at 715- 653-2297. Bids are due by 5 p.m., Tuesday, June 11, 2013, and are to be addressed to Betty Knutson, Clerk, Town of Clam Falls, 3335-90th St., Frederic, WI 54837. The outside of the envelope is to be clearly marked 65TH STREET PAVING BID. Bids will be opened at the regular town board meeting on June 12, 2013, 7 p.m., at the town hall. All bids are to include flagging and signage.
The Town of Clam Falls reserves the right to reject any and all bids. 583635 39L, 29-30a WNAXLP
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
SUBSTITUTE COOK On-call position available with Burnett County in NW Wisconsin. www.burnettcounty.com for further details or 715-349-2181. Application deadline: May 24, 2013. EOE
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POLK COUNTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS Jail/Corrections Officer $20.44/Hr. Full Time - Averages 39.73 Hrs./Week 1 Vacancy And Create Eligibility List Deadline To Apply: May 20, 2013
YOU MUST COMPLETE AN ONLINE APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For application, complete position requirements and details, please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us , Employment Opportunities. AA/EEOC Housekeeper - Part time $11.19/hr.-$13.16 after 6 mos. .6 - 45 hr./pay period + shift differential of .40 with Housekeeper/Laundry - Part time every other weekend .3 - 22.5 hr./pay period Deadline to apply: May 17, 2013 C.N.A. - Golden Age Manor $13.12/ hr. + shift differential Part- t ime position available for .40 for pms & .50 for nocs every other weekend Night shift (10:30 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.) Deadline To Apply: Open until filled
YOU MUST COMPLETE A POLK CO. EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE. For application, complete position requirements and details, please visit our website at www.co.polk.wi.us , Golden Age Manor ONLY Employment Opportunities , or in person at 100 Polk Co. Plaza, #229, Balsam Lake, or Golden Age Manor, 220 Scholl Ct., Amery, or by calling 715-485-9176. Please, no faxed applications. AA/EEOC
Notices/Employment opportunitiesBurnett and Polk County deaths
NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SECRETARY Position: Unity School District is looking for an outgoing, organized individual with a love for kids to fill the position of Elementary Secretary. This is a 40 hours per week, 11- month position. The secretary is responsible for, but not lim - ited to entering data and preparing reports, filing, student registration, greeting visitors, scheduling summer school, handling correspondence for various activities and many other office tasks. The secretary works collaboratively with other district staff to ensure a safe learning environment for all students. Requirements: Applicants with a two-year office/secretarial degree or a four-year degree are preferred. A strong working knowledge of computers and general office procedures is required. Candidates must be able to carry out instructions, demonstrate the ability to multitask in an environment with frequent interruptions and maintain confidentiality. Candidates must exhibit excellent organization skills and strong verbal and written communication skills including proofreading and composing correspondence. It is critical that candidates have outstanding customer service skills and a strong desire to work with children and be a positive influence in their lives. How to apply: Qualified, interested persons should apply by sending a letter of interest, District application (available at www.unity.k12.wi.us), and 2 letters of recommendation to:
Brandon W. Robinson, Superintendent Unity School District 1908 150th Street/Hwy. 46 North Balsam Lake, WI 54810
Deadline: May 17, 2013 E.O.E. - Unity School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability. 582786
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SCHOOL DISTRICT OF WEBSTER INVITATION TO BID
DISTRICT PARKING LOTS MAINTENANCE
The School District of Webster is accepting bids for parking lot maintenance to include:
- Crack Sealing - Seal Coating - Line Painting
Work to be done summer of 2013. All bids are to be sealed and submitted no later than 4 p.m. on May 17, 2013, to the School District of Webster, P.O. Box 9, Webster, WI 54893. Please direct all questions, clarifications or bid specifications to Brian Sears at 715-866-4281 or [email protected]. The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any part of a bid or all bids. The School District of Webster does not discriminate in edu - cation or employment based on sex, race, color, national ori - gin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sex - ual orientation or disability. 582997 38-39L 28a WNAXLP
NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW TO MEET AND
RECONVENE TO A LATER DATE
STATE OF WISCONSIN Town of Laketown Polk County
The Board of Review of the Town of Laketown, Polk County, Wisconsin, will meet on May 28, 2013, at 7:30 p.m. at Cushing Community Center for the purpose of calling the Board of Review into session during the 30-day period begin - ning on the 2nd Monday of May, pursuant to s.70.47 (1), Wis. stats.
Due to the fact that the assessment roll is not completed at this time, it is anticipated that the Board of Review will be adjourned until a later date that will be decided at that time. Notice is hereby given this 7th day of May, 2013.
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INVITATION TO BID ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT
TOWN OF JACKSON The Town of Jackson is seeking sealed bids for asphalt
surfacing (cold mix) over existing asphalt on Whispering Pines Road from Loon Lake Dam Lane to Termination (.99 mi). Paved width shall be 18 feet and compacted blacktop surface is to be 2 inches thick. Length and width to be veri - fied by contractor.
Surfacing work is to be coordinated with town represen - tatives and must be completed by September 15, 2013. Bids are due on June 10, 2013, and will be opened at the monthly Town Board meeting beginning at 7 p.m. that evening. Valid certificate of insurance must be presented with bids. The Town of Jackson reserves the right to reject any and all bids or portion thereof, to waive irregularities or informalities in any bid, and to accept any bid which will best serve its inter - ests. For more information, contact Roger Larson at 715- 866-7529.
Sealed bids should be sent to: Town of Jackson, 4599 County Road A, Webster WI 54893. Attn: Asphalt bid.
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NOTICE BOARD OF REVIEW
State of Wisconsin Polk County
Town of Georgetown Board of Review will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2013, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Georgetown Town Hall. In order to appear before the Board of Review you must file a written objection with the town clerk at least 48 hours before appearing before the board. The Town of Georgetown Board of Review does reserve the right to waive this option. The board has waived the 48-hour notice for appearing before the Board of Review. Open Book and the assessment roll will be open to public inspection with the assessor present to answer questions on Friday, May 17, 2013 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. This is the first stop in the process of Board of Review. If you cannot make it to this meeting you need to call the assessor and speak with him/her regarding your assessment.
Kristine Lindgren, Clerk Town of Georgetown 583285 WNAXLP 28a,d 39L
NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Grantsburg School District
Job Title: Kindergarten Teacher
H.R. Contact: Kathleen Coppenbarger
Contact Phone: 715-463-2320
Job Description: 100% FTE Kindergarten Classroom Teacher for Nelson Primary School.
Qualifications: Wisconsin Certification required. 70 Early Child- hood (birth-age 8) or 71 Early Childhood-Middle Childhood (birth-age 11) plus 809 Early Childhood Special Education Certification.
Requirements: The ideal candidate will have experience at the kin - dergarten level. Candidates should also have expe - rience with differentiation, Guided Reading and Common Core State Standards. Desire to work in a team of collaborative, progressive-thinking edu - cators focused on the development of the whole child. Candidate must have the ability to provide a safe and positive learning environment for all stu - dents. Technology literacy is also desired.
How to Apply: Send letter of application, resume, email address, credentials including three letters of recommen - dation, transcripts and a copy of license by May 24. We will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.
Employer: Grantsburg School District Attn: Katie Coppenbarger, Principal 475 E. James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840
Job Address: Same as the employer address.
Website: http://www.gk12.net
Description: Grantsburg School District is a PK-12 School System of 1,000 students that is located in NW Wisconsin. It is located just over an hour from the Twin Cities Metro area. Grantsburg is located on the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and is the home of Crex Meadows Wildlife Center.
The School District of Grantsburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion or handicap. 583453 39-40L
NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Grantsburg School District
Qualifications: Appropriate Wisconsin Certification: 71 Early Childhood-Middle Childhood (birth-age 11) or equivalent.
Requirements: The ideal candidate will have a passion for teach - ing young children and the skills to guide them to success in their learning. Candidates should also have experience with differentiation, Common Core Standards and Guided Reading. Desire to work in a team of collaborative progressive thinking edu - cators focused on the development of the whole child. Candidate must have the ability to provide a safe and positive learning environment for all stu - dents. Technology literacy is also desired.
How to Apply: Send letter of application, resume, email address, credentials including three letters of recommen - dation, transcripts and a copy of license by May 24.
Employer: Grantsburg School District Attn: Katie Coppenbarger, Principal 475 E. James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840
Job Address: Same as the employer address.
Website: http://www.gk12.net
Description: Grantsburg School District is a PK-12 School System of 900 students that is located in NW Wisconsin. It is located just over an hour from the Twin Cities Metro area. Grantsburg is located on the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and is the home of Crex Meadows Wildlife Center.
The School District of Grantsburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion or handicap. 583454 39-40L
NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Grantsburg School District
Qualifications: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction certifi - cation 530 required. Certification in Adaptive Physical Education preferred.
Requirements: Must be able to create and maintain a safe and sup - portive environment for students. Candidate must also have knowledge of implementing Wisconsin Model Academic Standards for Physical Education.
How to Apply: Send letter of application, resume with email address, credentials including three letters of recommendation, transcripts and a copy of license by May 29, 2013.
Employer: Grantsburg School District Attn: Katie Coppenbarger, Principal 480 E. James Ave. Grantsburg, WI 54840
Job Address: Same as the employer address.
Website: http://www.gk12.net
Description: Grantsburg School District is a PK-12 School System of 1,000 students that is located in NW Wisconsin. It is located just over an hour from the Twin Cities Metro area. Grantsburg is located on the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and is the home of Crex Meadows Wildlife Center.
The School District of Grantsburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion or handicap. 583455 39-40L
GRANTSBURG ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT
COACHING OPENINGS The following coaching positions are open and available for qualified individuals for the 2013-2014 school year:
Varsity Cross Country Varsity Girls Basketball Assistant Varsity Volleyball Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Middle School Football Middle School Boys Basketball Middle School Girls Basketball
Please Send By July 1, 2013: Letter of Interest Coaching/Teaching Resume 2+ Letters of Recommendation
To: Mike Amundson Athletic Director Grantsburg School District 500 East James Ave. Grantsburg, Wisconsin 54840 583457 39-40L
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SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LUCK REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Thursday, May 23, 2013 6 p.m.
Boardroom AGENDA
1. Call to order and seek approval of the agenda, Daryl Bazey
2. Consideration of previous minutes, LeRoy Buck 3. Presentation of vouchers, Amy Dueholm 4. Treasurer’s Report, Amy Dueholm 5. Recognition of Guests or Delegates
A. Student Representative B. Guest Performance
6. Administrative Reports A. Mr. Palmer B. Mrs. Goldbach C. Mr. Gobler
7. Old Business A. Second reading of “Grade Weighting Policy.”
8. New Business A. Recommendation for Jr. High baseball coach. B. Retirement and resignation requests. C. CESA 10 Environmental Health and Safety Agree-
ment. D. Early Childhood 66:30 agreement with Unity & Fre-
deric. E. Student Assurance insurance renewal. F. Discussion of principal interview process. G. Any other business that may properly come before
the board. 9. Motion to convene into executive session per WI Stat
19.85(1) for discussion of employee issues. 10. Reconvene to open session. 11. Motion to adjourn.
Notices/Employment opportunitiesPolk County marriage licenses
ST. CROIX CASINO - DANBURY
JOB POSTINGS In-House Job Postings
For May 2, 2013 Anyone employed at a nongaming facility must fill out an ap- plication and meet the criteria and job requirements of the de- sired position. If hired, you will be required to attend orienta - tion. St. Croix Casino Danbury is a drug & alcohol-free work - place. DINING ROOM
2 PART-TIME HOSTS Native American preference. Must be dependable. Must have great guest service. Knowledge of Micros, trainable. Must be able to be on feet long periods of time. Must be able to work nights, weekends & holidays. Contact Kelly Benjamin, ext. 2581.
EVS 2 FULL-TIME JANITORS
Native American preference. Must be dependable. Must be able to take directives. Must be able to keep the casino areas cleaned that are assigned to you. Must be able to be on your feet for long periods of time. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to work nights, weekends & holidays. 2nd & 3rd shift. Contact Gary Bearhart, ext. 2565.
KITCHEN 1 PART-TIME LINE COOK
Native American preference. Must be dependable. Must be able to work nights, weekends & holidays. Must have some knowledge of the kitchen area and deli. Must have great guest service. 2nd shift. 2 Part-Time Deli Positions Contact Linda Jorgensen, ext. 2583.
TABLE GAMES 4 PART-TIME DEALERS
Native American preference. Must have some knowledge. Must be able to work nights, weekends & holidays. Must be able to stand on feet for long periods of time. Must be able to train within the department. Contact Miki Geisler, ext. 2665.
Native American preference. Must be able to work nights, weekends & holidays. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Must be able to pass a math test. Contact Brenda Staples, ext. 2550.
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applications for Board of Adjustment members. To apply, please submit a letter of interest to: Polk County Land Information Department, 100 Polk County Plaza, Suite 130, Balsam Lake, WI 54810; by May 31, 2013. Any questions, con - tact: Gary Spanel, Polk County Zoning Administrator: 715-485- 9248. 582991 38-39L WNAXLP
NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Grantsburg School District
480 E. James Avenue, Grantsburg, WI 54840 Title of Position Middle School Principal Grades 4-8 Job Category Education Administration Job Description Middle School Principal Grades 4-8. Approximately
350 students, 35 staff.
The middle school principal will inspire, lead, guide every member of the middle school instructional and support staff in setting and achieving the high - est standards of excellence, so that each individual student enrolled in the school will be provided with a comprehensive, meaningful and personally rewarding education.
Qualifications Excellent human relations and communication skills. Ability to collaborate with staff, parents, admini - stration, Board and students. Curricumlum, instruction, evaluation, technology integration and assessment skills. Ability to develop a professional learning com - munity. Ability to innovate and develop programs. A commitment to high professional standards and ethics.
Requirements Proper certification and license as required by the Department of Public Instruction (DPI). Three to five years of successful teaching expe - rience. Prior successful administrative experience pre - ferred.
How to Apply Send resume, transcripts, letters of reference and credentials to:
Dr. Joni Burgin, Superintendent Grantsburg Middle School 480 East James Avenue Grantsburg, WI 54840
Job Posting Expiration May 24, 2013
Desired Start Date July 1, 2013
The School District of Grantsburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion or handicap. 583019 38-39L
NOTICE OF THE BOARD OF REVIEW FOR THE TOWN OF JACKSON N otice is hereby given that the B oard of R eview for the T own of J ackson, B urnett C ounty, WI, will be held on May 31, 2013, at the Town Hall , 4599 County Road A, Webster , WI, from 5 to 7 p.m. P lease be advised of the following requirements to appear before the B oard of R eview and procedural requirements if appearing before the B oard: N o person shall be allowed to appear before the B oard of R eview, to testify to the B oard by telephone or to contest the amount of any assessment of real or personal property if the person has refused a reasonable written request by certified mail of the assessor to view such property. A fter the first meeting of the B oard of R eview and before the B oard’s final adjournment, no person who is scheduled to appear before the B oard of R eview may contact or pro- vide information to a member of the B oard of R eview about the person’s objection except at a session of the B oard of R eview. N o person may appear before the B oard of R eview, testify to the B oard by telephone or contest the amount of assessment unless at least 48 hours before the first meeting of the B oard of R eview or at least 48 hours before the objection is heard if the objection is allowed because the person has been granted a waiver of the 48-hour notice of an intent to file a written objection of appearing before the B oard during the first two hours of the meeting and showing good cause for failure to meet the 48-hour requirement and files a written objection, that the person provides to the C lerk of the B oard of R eview notice as to whether the person will ask for removal of any B oard member, and if so, which member will be removed and the person’s reasonable estimate of the length of time that the hearing will take. W hen appearing before the B oard of R eview, the person shall specify, in writing, the person’s estimate of the value of the land and of the improvements that are the subject of the person’s objection and specify the information that the person used to arrive at that estimate. N o person may appear before the B oard of R eview, testify to the B oard by telephone or object to a valuation, if that valuation was made by the assessor or the objector using the income method, unless the person supplies the assessor all of the information about income and expenses as specified in the manual under S ec. 73.03 (2a) that the assessor requests . T he municipality or county shall provide by ordinance for the confidentiality of information about income and expenses that is provided to the assessor under this paragraph and shall provide exceptions for persons using the information in the discharge of duties imposed by law or of the duties of their office by order of a court . T he information that is provided under this paragraph, unless a court determined that it is inaccurate, is not subject to the right of inspection and copying under S ec . 19.35 (1) of WI S tatutes. T he B oard of R eview shall hear upon oath, by telephone, all ill or disabled persons who present to the B oard a letter from a physician, surgeon or osteopath that confirms their illness or disability . N o other persons may testify by telephone. For The Town Of Jackson Lorraine Radke, Clerk
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NOTICE OF THE BOARD OF REVIEW FOR THE VILLAGE OF SIREN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Review for the Village of Siren, Burnett County, shall hold its first meeting on the 4th day of June, 2013, from noon to 2 p.m. at the Siren Village Hall. Please be advised of the following requirements to appear before the Board of Review and procedural requirements if appearing before the Board: No person shall be allowed to appear before the Board of Review, to testify to the Board by telephone or to contest the amount of any assessment of real or personal property if the person has refused a reasonable written request by certified mail of the assessor to view such property. After the first meeting of the Board of Review and before the Board’s final adjournment, no person who is scheduled to appear before the Board of Review may contact, or provide information to, a member of the Board about that person’s objection except at a session of the Board. No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone or contest the amount of any assess - ment unless, at least 48 hours before the first meeting of the Board or at least 48 hours before the objection is heard if the objection is allowed under sub. (3) (a), that person provides to the clerk of the Board of Review notice as to whether the per - son will ask for removal under sub. (6m) and if so which mem - ber will be removed and the person’s reasonable estimate of the length of time that the hearing will take. When appearing before the Board, the person shall specify, in writing, the person’s estimate of the value of the land and of the improvements that are the subject of the person’s objection and specify the information that the person used to arrive at that estimate. No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone or object to a valuation; if that valuation was made by the assessor or the objector using the income method; unless the person supplies to the assessor all of the information about income and expenses, as specified in the manual under §73.03(2a), that the assessor requests. The municipality or county shall provide by ordinance for the con - fidentiality of information about income and expenses that is provided to the assessor under this paragraph and shall pro - vide exceptions for persons using the information in the dis - charge of duties imposed by law or of the duties of their office or by order of a court. The information that is provided under this paragraph, unless a court determines that it is inaccurate, is not subject to the right of inspection and copying under §19.35(1). The Board shall hear upon oath, by telephone, all ill or disab- led persons who present to the Board a letter from a physician, surgeon or osteopath that confirms their illness or disability. Anyone wishing to file an objection must contact the Village Clerk to complete and submit the required objection form sup - plied by the Village, prior to appearing before the Board of Review. Objections will be scheduled to be heard in the order in which they are received by the Village Clerk. Respectfully Submitted, Village of Siren Ann L. Peterson, Clerk 583262 39L WNAXLP
POLK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Polk County Government Center 100 Polk County Plaza, Balsam Lake, WI
County Boardroom Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Regular Business Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Open Session
1. Call to Order 2. Evidence of Proper Notice 3. Roll Call 4. Pledge of Allegiance 5. Time of Reflection - Supvr. Kienholz 6. Consent Agenda
* Consideration of noticed agenda for May 21, 2013, meet - ing;
* Consideration/corrections to the published minutes of the April 30, 2013, meeting
7. Public Comments - 3 minutes per person- not to exceed 30 minutes total
8. Chairman’s Report, Wm. Johnson 9. Time for Committee Q&A (if any)
son Register of Deeds 13. Proposed Resolutions and Ordinances
A. Resolution 18 -13, Resolution to Grant a Zoning District Change and to Amend Zoning District Map for the Town of Laketown
B. Resolution No. 19-13, Resolution to Confirm Designa- tion for Persons Authorized to Request coverage Under Legal Loss Prevention Services Endorsement of Wis- consin County Mutual Insurance Corporation Liability Policies
C. Resolution No. 20-13, Resolution to Amend 2013 Budget - Authorization of Designation, Carryover, Transfer and Reappropriation of Specified Funds from 2012 to 2013
D. Resolution No. 21-13, Resolution to Authorize Sale and Transfer of Certain Lands Along Clayton-Clear Lake Trail to Lake Magnor Properties, LLC
14. Supervisors Reports 15. Adjourn
This meeting is open to the public according to Wisconsin State Statute 19.83. Persons with disabilities wishing to attend and/or participate are asked to notify the County Clerk’s office (715-485-9226) at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting time so all reasonable accommodations can be made.
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NOTICE OF OPEN BOOK AND BOARD OF REVIEW TOWN OF McKINLEY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Open Book for the Town of McKinley will be held at the McKinley Town Hall, Hwy. 48 and 15th St., on Saturday, June 1, 2013, from 9 to 11 a.m., and that the Board of Review will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., for the purpose of reviewing and examining the assessment roll of real and personal property in said Town and all sworn statements and valuations of real and personal property therein, and/or cor - recting all errors in said roll, whether in description of property or otherwise, and to perform such other duties imposed by law. Taxpayers may appear at this meeting and examine the assessment roll, sworn statement and valuations. No person shall be allowed to appear before the Board of Review, to testify to the Board by telephone or to contest the amount of any assessment of real or personal property if the person has refused a reasonable written request by certified mail of the assessor to view such property. After the first meeting of the Board of Review and before the Board’s final adjournment, no person who is scheduled to appear before the Board of Review may contact, or provide information to a member of the board about that person’s objec - tion except at a session of the Board. No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone or contest the assessment unless, at least 48 hours before the first meeting of the Board or at least 48 hours before the objection is heard if the objection is allowed under WI Stat. Sub (3)(a), that a person provides to the clerk of the Board of Review notice as to whether the person will ask for removal under WI Stat. Sub (6m) and if so which member will be removed and the person’s reasonable estimate of the length of time that the hearing will take. When appearing before the Board, the person shall specify, in writing, the person’s estimate of the value of the land of the im- provements that are the subject of the person’s objection and specify the information that the person used to arrive at that esti - mate. No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone or subject or object to a valuation, if that valuation was made by the assessor or the objector using the income method of evaluation; unless the person supplies to the assessor all of the information about income and expenses, as specified in the manual under WI Stat. 73.03(2a), that the as- sessor requests. The municipality or county shall provide by ordi - nance for the confidentiality of information about income and expenses that is provided to the assessor under this paragraph and shall provide exceptions for persons using the information in the discharge of duties imposed by law or of the duties of their office or by order of a court. The information that is provided under this paragraph, unless a court determines that it is inac - curate, is not subject to the right of inspection and copying under s.19.35(1). Dated this 11th day of May, 2013. Town of McKinley, Deborah Grover, Clerk 583599 39L WNAXLP
MINUTES OF THEPOLK COUNTY BOARD
OF SUPERVISORSAPRIL 30, 2013 - 6 p.m.
Chairman Johnson called the regular April 30, 2013, meeting of the PolkCounty Board of Supervisors to order at 6:00 p.m. Chairman Johnson recog-nized Maggie Wickre, filling in for the County Clerk, for purposes of receivingevidence of proper notice. The Board was informed that notice of the agendawas properly posted in three public buildings, published in the county paperand posted on the county website the week of April 22, 2013. ChairmanJohnson recognized Corporation Counsel Jeffrey Fuge for purposes of receiv-ing legal opinion with respect to sufficiency of notice. The County Boardreceived the verbal opinion of Corporation Counsel that the advance writtennotice posted and published as described by Ms. Wickre satisfied the applica-ble provisions of Wisconsin Open Meetings Law and the applicable procedur-al provisions of the Polk County Board Rules of Order. Chairman Johnson rec-ognized Maggie Wickre for purposes of taking roll call. Roll call was taken with23 members present.
Chairman Johnson led the Pledge of Allegiance. Supvr. Harry Johansen ledthe County Board in a time of reflection.
Chairman Johnson called for a motion to approve the consent agenda aspublished. Motion (Kienholz/Jepsen) to approve the consent agenda, as pub-lished. Chairman Johnson called for voice vote. Motion to approve consentagenda, carried by unanimous voice vote.
Time was given for public comments. Chairman Johnson presented the Chairman’s Report. Time was given for
committee questions and answers by the board members. Administrator Frey presented the Administrator’s Report
RESOLUTION 15-13RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT DONATION OF LAND
FROM JANET AHLGRENTO THE HONORABLE SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY BOARD OF THECOUNTY OF POLK:Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS, Janet Ahlgren has made the request to donate to Polk Countyapproximately 180 acres of land located in the Town of Balsam Lake to PolkCounty to be known as the Ahlgren Wildlife Preserve; and
WHEREAS, the donation is conditioned upon the restriction that said landsbe used for the public purposes of nonmotorized recreation, forestry and edu-cation; and
WHEREAS, in the event that Polk County is unable to fulfill said condition itis the intent of Janet Ahlgren that the title to the property revert back to her andthat title be conveyed to the West Wisconsin Land Trust as provided by estateplanning documents of Janet Ahlgren; and
WHEREAS, the Polk County Parks, Forestry and Recreation Committee hasrecommended that the County accept the donation of the above-referenced180 acres and that the County manage said lands for nonmotorized recre-ational, forestry and educational purposes; and
WHEREAS, it is in the interest of the County to accept the donation of JanetAhlgren and manage said lands for public uses of nonmotorized recreation,forestry and education.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to Wisconsin StatuteSection 59.52(6)(a), the Polk County Board of Supervisors does, on behalf ofPolk County, accept the donation of 180 acres of land in the Town of BalsamLake from Janet Ahlgren.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that consistent with Article XI, Section 3a of theWisconsin Constitution and Wisconsin Statute Section 66.1025, in the eventthat a condition or conditions of the donation becomes impossible or imprac-ticable, the Polk County Board of Supervisors may by resolution upon two-thirds vote of its members elect to grant the land back to the donor, JanetAhlgren, or West Wisconsin Land Trust, as her designated heir, or, alternative-ly, accept from Janet Ahlgren or her heirs, a grant relieving Polk County fromsuch condition or conditions, as appropriate.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Super-visors directs and authorizes that the appropriate county officials and of-ficers to prepare and to execute any and all documents associatedwith the donation and conveyance of said lands from Janet Ahlgren to PolkCounty.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Supervisors des-ignates said lands as the “Ahlgren Wildlife Preserve and Recreational Area,”which shall be managed by the Polk County Parks Department for nonmotor-ized recreational, forestry and educational purposes.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board Supervisors directsthat the Polk County Parks Department update the Polk Outdoor RecreationPlan to include provision for the nonmotorized recreational, forestry and edu-cational use of the Wildlife Preserve and Recreation Area.
Funding amount: N/A.Funding source: N/A. Effective date: Upon Passage. Date Submitted to County Board: April 30, 2013. Submitted by the Polk County Parks, Forestry and Recreation Committee:
Larry Jepsen, Harry Johansen, Thomas Engel, Warren Nelson and WilliamJohnson.
Reviewed and recommended by Dana Frey, County Administrator.Reviewed, approved as to form and recommended by: Jeffrey B. Fuge,
Corporation Counsel.At its regular business meeting on April 30, 2013, the Polk County Board of
Supervisors adopted the above-entitled resolution, Resolution 15-13: Reso-lution To Accept Donation Of Land From Janet Ahlgren, by a simple majorityvote of 15 in favor and 8 against.
William Johnson IV, County Board Chairperson.Attest: Carole Wondra, Polk County Clerk.Res. 15-13 - Chairman Johnson called to the floor Resolution 15-13, Resolu-
tion To Accept Donation Of Land From Janet Ahlgren. Motion (Luke/D. Johan-sen) to approve said resolution. Chairman called for a vote on motion to adoptResolution 15-13, To Accept Donation Of Land From Janet Ahlgren, motion car-ried in a roll call vote of 15 Yes/8 No. (Voting Yes: Supvrs. Jepsen, O’Connell,Arcand, Cockroft, D. Johansen, H. Johansen, Keinholz, Caspersen, Engel,Edgell, Moriak, Luke, Nelson, Stroebel and Chairman Johnson. Voting No:Supvrs. Magnafici, Kremer-Hartung, Bergstrom, Johnson, Brown, Schmidt,Masters and Scoglio.) Resolution adopted.
RESOLUTION 06-13(AMENDED)
RESOLUTION TO DISALLOW SECTION 174.11 DOG CLAIM OFCHEYEANN MICHAEL
TO THE HONORABLE SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY BOARD OF THE:COUNTY POLK:Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS, CheyeAnn Michael has filed an Owner’s Claim for Damages byDogs to Animals and Affidavit of Owner; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 174.11(1), the Agriculture and ExtensionEducation Committee, after reviewing said claim and considering the Affidavitof Owner and the Affidavit of the Investigative Committee, recommends thatthe Polk County Board of Supervisors disallow the claim of CheyeAnn Michaelon the basis that said claimant failed to pay the dog licenses for the assess-able dogs which she owns.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to Wisconsin StatuteSection 174.11(2)(b) and (4), the Polk County Board of Supervisors disallowsthe dog claim of CheyeAnn Michael.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall constitute a Notice ofDisallowance, and that a certified copy of the same shall be served by certifiedmail, return receipt requested, upon Claimant, CheyeAnn Michael.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 893.80(1g), no ac-tion or claim may be brought against Polk County or its officers, boards, com-mittees, agents or employees after six months from the date of service of saidnotice.
Funding amount: N/A.Funding source: Dog Fund.Date Finance Committee Advised: N/A.Finance Committee Recommendation: N/A.Effective date: Upon Passage. Date Submitted to County Board: April 30, 2013. Submitted by the Agriculture and Extension Education Committee:
Dean Johansen, Dale Wood, Larry Jepsen, William Johnson and HerschelBrown.
Reviewed and recommended by Dana Frey, County AdministratorReviewed, approved as to form and recommended by: Jeffrey B. Fuge,
Corporation Counsel.At its regular business meeting on April 30, 2013, the Polk County Board of
Supervisors adopted the above-entitled resolution, Resolution 06-13: Reso-lution To Disallow Section 174.11 Dog Claim of CheyeAnn Michael, by unani-mous vote vote.
William Johnson IV, County Board Chairperson.Attest: Carole Wondra, Polk County Clerk.Res. 06-13 - Chairman Johnson called to the floor Resolution 06-13, Resolu-
tion To Disallow Section 174.11 Dog Claim Of CheyeAnn Michael. Motion (D.Johansen/Jepsen) to approve said resolution. Motion by (Jepsen/Brown) toamend Resolution 06-13 to conform with the recommendation of the PropertyCommittee made during its meeting on April 5, 2013, as contained in“Resolution 06-13 (amended): Resolution To Disallow Section 174.11 DogClaim Of CheyeAnn Michael.” Motion to amend resolution 06-13 carried byunanimous voice vote. Motion to adopt resolution 06-13, as amended, carriedby unanimous voice vote. Resolution adopted.
RESOLUTION 16-13 AUTHORIZE 2013 HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
WHEREAS, the improvements of the County Trunk Highway System are ofgreat importance to the residents of Polk County; and
WHEREAS, the County has a responsibility to keep and maintain the CountyTrunk Highway system in repair; and
WHEREAS, the Polk County Highway Committee has approved projects forFY 2013; and
WHEREAS, the Highway Committee and the County Board has approved abudget to effect measured improvement on the projects approved by theHighway Committee for FY 2013; and
WHEREAS, the County’s purchasing policy requires the County Board to takeaction and approve any and all public works projects over $150,000.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Polk County Board of Super-visors authorizes the Highway Department to proceed on the following pro-jects:
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in the event the approved project costsexceed the estimated project cost, the Board authorizes the department toeliminate projects to meet budget constraints.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, those projects eliminated may be moved tofuture funding years.
Funding amount: $1,739,000.00.Funding source: 2013 Highway Budget.Effective date: Upon Passage.Date Submitted to County Board: April 16, 2013.Submitted at the request of the Polk County Highway Committee: Marvin
Caspersen.Reviewed and recommended by Dana Frey, County AdministratorReviewed, approved as to form and recommended by: Jeffrey B. Fuge,
Corporation Counsel.At its regular business meeting on April 30, 2013, the Polk County Board of
Supervisors adopted the above-entitled resolution, Resolution 16-13: Resolu-tion To Authorize 2013 Highway Construction Projects, by unanimous vote vote.
William Johnson IV, County Board Chairperson.Attest: Carole Wondra, Polk County Clerk.Res. 16-13 - Chairman Johnson called to the floor Resolution 16-13, Resolu-
tion To Authorize 2013 Highway Construction Projects. Motion (Casper-sen/Moriak) to approve said resolution. Chairman called for a vote onmotion to adopt Resolution 16-13, Resolution To Authorize 2013 HighwayConstruction Projects, motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Resolutionadopted.
RESOLUTION 17-13 ORDINANCE TO REPEAL RESOLUTION 71-82; ORDINANCE PROHIBITING
POSSESSION OF HANDGUNS IN PUBLIC BUILDINGSTO THE HONORABLE SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY BOARD OF THE:COUNTY POLK:Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS, in adopting Resolution 71-82, the Polk County Board of Super-visors ordained to prohibit the possession of handguns in public buildingslocated in Polk County; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Wisconsin’s Conceal and Carry Law and the prohibi-tion of handguns provided by the above-referenced ordinance creates PolkCounty Government buildings are designated “Gun-Free Zones;” and
WHEREAS, the “Gun-Free Zone” designation violates the Constitutionalrights of law-abiding citizens, workers and visitors; and
WHEREAS, “Gun-Free Zones” nationally seem to have become magnets for“workplace violence;” and
WHEREAS, “Gun-Free Zones” in Wisconsin carry certain liability risks withsuch labeling; and
WHEREAS, “Gun-Free Zones” actually decrease the safety, actual or per-ceived, of anyone within such facilities; and
WHEREAS, “Gun-Free Zones” do not contribute to workplace safety; andWHEREAS, time has proven that law-abiding citizens with Conceal and Carry
permits, do not pose any threat to other law-abiding citizens.NOW, THEREFORE, the Polk County Board of Supervisors ordains, as follows:
1. Resolution 71-82 shall be repealed.2. Pursuant to and except as provided by the Conceal and Carry Law of
Wisconsin, 2011 Wisconsin Act 35, and as may be amended from time totime, no person shall possess a firearm and/or weapon in the PolkCounty Justice Center.
3. All entrances to Polk County Justice Center shall prominently be postedwith signage that gives notice of the prohibition as required under rele-vant state law.
Funding amount: N/A.Funding source: N/A.Finance Committee Recommendation: Not required.Effective date: Upon Passage and Publication.Date Submitted to County Board: March 19, 2013. Sponsored and submitted by: Rick Scoglio. 583891 39L
SCHOOL DISTRICT OF WEBSTER INVITATION TO BID
High School: Fencing: Varsity Baseball Field, to include all backstops, dugouts and foul lines. Please direct all questions, clarifications or bid specifications to Brian Sears at 715-866-4281 or mail to: [email protected]. All bids are to be sealed and submitted no later than 4 p.m. on May 17 to the School District of Webster, P.O. Box 9, Webster, WI 54893. The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any part of a bid or all bids. The School District of Webster does not discriminate in education or employment based on sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or disability. 582999 38-39L 28a WNAXLP
NOTICE OF OPEN BOOK
TOWN OF BALSAM LAKE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Open Book for the
Town of Balsam Lake will be held on Monday, May 20, 2013, from 9 to 11 a.m., at the Town Shop.
NOTICE OF THE BOARD OF REVIEW
TOWN OF BALSAM LAKE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Review for the
Town of Balsam Lake of Polk County shall hold its first meeting on the 20th day of May, 2013, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Town Shop.
Please be advised of the following requirements to appear before the Board of Review and procedural requirements if appearing before the Board:
No person shall be allowed to appear before the Board of Review, to testify to the Board by telephone or to contest the amount of any assessment of real or personal property if the person has refused a reasonable request by certified mail of the Assessor to view such property.
After the first meeting of the Board of Review and before the Board’s final adjournment, no person who is scheduled to appear before the Board of Review may contact, or provide information to, a member of the Board about the person’s objection except at a session of the Board.
No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone or contest the amount of assessment unless, at least 48 hours before the first meeting of the Board or at least 48 hours before the objection is heard if the objection is allowed because the person has been granted a waiver of the 48-hour notice of an intent to file a written objection by appearing before the Board during the first two hours of the meeting and showing good cause for failure to meet the 48-hour notice requirement and files a written objection, that the person provides to the Clerk of the Board of Review notice as to whether the person will ask for removal of any Board members and, if so, which member will be removed and the person’s reasonable estimate of the length of time that the hearing will take.
When appearing before the Board, the person shall specify, in writing, the person’s estimate of the value of the land and of the improvements that are the subject of the person’s objection and specify the information that the person used to arrive at that estimate.
No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to the Board by telephone or subject or object to a valuation; if that valuation was made by the Assessor or the Objector using the income method; unless the person supplies the Assessor all of the information about income and expenses, as specified in the manual under Sec 73.03(2a), that the Assessor requests.
The Board shall hear upon oath, by telephone, all ill or disabled persons who present to the Board a letter from a physician, surgeon or osteopath that confirms their illness or disability. No other persons may testify by telephone.
Respectfully submitted, Town of Balsam Lake Brian Masters, Clerk
Notice: The monthly meeting for the Town of Balsam Lake will be held on Monday, May 20, 2013, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., at the Town Shop. Agenda will be printed closer to the meeting. 583022 38-39L 28-29d WNAXLP
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INVITATION TO BID CHIP SEALING PROJECTS
TOWN OF JACKSON The Town of Jackson is seeking sealed bids for chip seal
resurfacing of approximately 1.1 miles total, average width 18 feet. Viking Circle from Shore Road to Shore Road (.32 mi.), Bass Lake Circle from Shore Road to Shore Road (.05 mi.), Shore/Viking Circle Nook (.02 mi.) and Pope Road from County Rd. A to termination (.5 mi.). Some sections may require dou - ble chip seal (to be determined by contractor at time of inspection). Type of aggregate for chip seal to be determined by contractor at time of inspection. Aggregate to be applied evenly and rolled into emulsified asphalt, with excess rock to be broomed from coated surface. Required crack sealing and surface sweeping to be performed by others prior to appli - cation of chip seal coating. Contractor to verify road width and length. Resurfacing work is to be coordinated with town representatives and must be completed by September 15, 2013. Bids are due and will be opened on June 10, 2013, 7 p.m. at the Jackson Town Hall during monthly town meeting. Valid certificate of insurance must be presented with bids. The Town of Jackson reserves the right to reject any and all bids or portion thereof. For more information, contact Roger Larson 715-866-7529.
Sealed bids should be sent to Town of Jackson, 4599 Coun- ty Road A, Webster WI 54893. Attn: Chip seal bid.
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TOWN OF STERLING POLK COUNTY
NOTICE OF OPEN BOOK Pursuant to s.70.45, Wis. Stats., the assessment roll for
the 2013 assessment year will be open for examination at the following time: Wednesday, May 29, 2013, from 4 to 6 p.m., at the Cushing Community Center.
TOWN OF STERLING NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Review for the Town of Sterling of Polk County shall hold its first meeting on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Cushing Community Center.
Please be advised of the following requirements to appear before the Board of Review and procedural require - ments if appearing before the Board:
- No person shall be allowed to appear before the Board of Review, to testify to the Board by telephone or to con - test the amount of any assessment of real or personal property if the person has refused a reasonable written request by certified mail of the Assessor to view such property.
- After the first meeting of the Board of Review and before the Board’s final adjournment, no person who is scheduled to appear before the Board of Review may con - tact, or provide information to a member of the Board about the person’s objection except at a session of the Board.
- No person may appear before the Board of Review, tes - tify to the Board by telephone or contest the amount of assessment unless, at least 48 hours before the first meet - ing of the Board or at least 48 hours before the objection is heard if the objection is allowed because the person has been granted a waiver of the 48-hour notice of an intent to file a written objection by appearing before the Board dur - ing the first two hours of the meeting and showing good cause for failure to meet the 48-hour notice requirement and files a written objection, that the person provides to the Clerk of the Board of Review notice as to whether the person will ask for removal of any Board members and, if so, which member will be removed and the person’s rea - sonable estimate of the length of time that the hearing will take.
- When appearing before the Board, the person shall specify, in writing, the person’s estimate of the value of the land and of the improvements that are the subject of the person’s objection and specify the information that the person used to arrive at the estimate.
- No person may appear before the Board of Review, tes - tify to the Board by telephone or object to a valuation; if that valuation was made by the Assessor or the Objector using the income method; unless the person supplies the Assessor all of the information about income and expenses, as specified in the manual under Sec. 73.03(2a), that the Assessor requests. The information that is pro - vided under this paragraph, unless a court determined that it is inaccurate, is not subject to the right of inspection and copying under Section 19.35(1) of Wis. Statutes.
- The Board shall hear upon oath, by telephone, all ill or disabled persons who present to the Board a letter from a physician, surgeon or osteopath that confirms their illness or disability. No other persons may testify by telephone.
Respectfully submitted, Town of Sterling - Julie Peterson, Clerk 583475 39L
(May 15, 22, 29) STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT POLK COUNTY
CITIZENS COMMUNITY FEDERAL, Plaintiff, vs. DONNA M. MORTIMER, BLAINE M. MORTIMER, Defendants.
Case No. 12CV583 Case Code: 30404 Foreclosure of Mortgage NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of a judgment of fore - closure and sale rendered in the above-entitled action on January 11, 2013, in the amount of $266,376.14, the under- signed Sheriff of Polk County, Wisconsin, will sell at public auction at the front entrance of the Polk County Courthouse in the City of Balsam Lake, in said County, on the 16th day of July, 2013, at 10:00 a.m., the real estate and mortgaged premises directed by the judgment to be sold, therein described as fol - lows: A parcel of land located in the SW1/4 of the SW1/4, Sec- tion 7, Township 32 North, Range 17 West, described as follows: Commencing at a point 21 chains 66 links East and 37-1/2 links North of corner common to Sections 7 and 18, 12 and 13, Township 32 North, Ranges 17 and 18; thence North 198 feet to iron post (var 4 deg 30’ East) for a place of beginning; thence continuing North 594 feet; thence West 440 feet (var 1 degree 30’ East; thence South 792 feet; thence East 220 feet to iron post; thence North 198 feet to iron post; thence East 220 feet to iron post and the place of beginning. EXCEPTING that portion of property lying within Lot 5 of Certified Survey Map No. 5234 recorded in Volume 23 of Certified Survey Maps page 141, as Document #720304, AND A parcel of land in the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 7, Township 32 North, Range 17 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point 21 chains 66 links East and 37-1/2 links North of the corner common to Sections 7, 18, 12 and 13, Township 32 North, Ranges 17 and 18, West; thence North 198 feet to an iron post (varia - tion 4 degrees 30’ East), thence West 220 feet to an iron post (variation 1 degree 30’ East) thence South 198 feet to an iron post, thence East 220 feet to an iron post and point of beginning. 583863 WNAXLP
AND The SW1/4 of the SW1/4 of Section 7, Township 32 North, Range 17 West EXCEPTING the following four parcels; 1. A parcel of land located in the SW1/4 of the SW1/4, Section 7, Township 32 North, Range 17 West, described as follows: Commencing at a point 21 chains 66 links East and 37-1/2 links North of corner common to Sections 7 and 18, 12 and 13, Township 32 North, Ranges 17 and 18; thence North 198 feet to iron post (var 4 deg 30’ East) for a place of beginning; thence continuing North 594 feet; thence West 440 feet (var 1 degree 30’ East; thence South 792 feet; thence East 220 feet to iron post; thence North 198 feet to iron post; thence East 220 feet to iron post and the place of beginning. 2. The portion of property lying within Lot 5 of Certified Survey Map No. 5234 recorded in Volume 23 of Certified Survey Maps page 141, as Document #720304. 3. A parcel of land in the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 7, Township 32 North, Range 17 West, described as follows: Beginning at a point 21 chains 66 links East and 37-1/2 links North of the corner common to Sections 7, 18, 12 and 13, Township 32 North, Ranges 17 and 18, West; thence North 198 feet to an iron post (varia - tion 4 degrees 30’ East), thence West 220 feet to an iron post (variation 1 degree 30’ East) thence south 198 feet to an iron post, thence East 220 feet to an iron post and point of beginning. 4. The NW1/4 of the SW1/4 of the SW1/4 of Section 7, Town- ship 32 North, Range 17 West.
PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1773 40th Avenue, Osceola, Wis. TERMS OF SALE: Cash. DOWN PAYMENT: A deposit of 10% of sale price to be depos - ited in cash or by certified check with the Sheriff at the time of sale; balance to be paid by cash or certified check upon confirmation of sale.
Dated this 15th day of May, 2013. /s/Peter M. Johnson Polk County Sheriff Attorney Christine A. Gimber WELD, RILEY, PRENN & RICCI, S.C. 3624 Oakwood Hills Parkway Eau Claire, WI 54702-1030 715-839-7786 Attorneys for Plaintiff
T his is an attempt to collect a debt. A ny information obtained will be used for that purpose.Reviewed and not recommended by Dana Frey, County AdministratorReviewed and approved as to form: Jeffrey B. Fuge, Corporation Counsel.County board action: Ballot Vote: Failed to pass. 11 Yes/12 No.At its regular business meeting on April 30, 2013, after due and proper notice
have been provided, the Polk County Board of Supervisors enacted the aboveordinance, Ordinance ___-13, Ordinance To Repeal Resolution 71-82:Ordinance Prohibiting Possession Of Handguns In Public Buildings, by a voteof ______ in favor and ______ againt.
William Johnson IV, County Board Chairperson.Attest: Carole Wondra, Polk County Clerk.Gun Ordinance That Failed: Chairman Johnson called to the floor Ordinance
17-13, Ordinance To Repeal Resolution 71-82; Ordinance ProhibitingPossession Of Handguns In Public Buildings. Motion (Brown/Masters) toadopt said resolution. Chairman called for a vote on motion to adopt Ordinance17-13, to Repeal Resolution 71-82 Prohibiting Possession Of Handguns InPublic Buildings, motion failed by ballot vote, 11 Yes/12 No. Voting Yes:Supvrs. Magnafici, Arcand, Masters, O’Connell, Engel, Bergstrom, Brown,Cockroft, Kremer-Hartung, Edgell and Scoglio. Voting No: Supvrs. H.Johansen, Kienholz, Moriak, Caspersen, N. Johnson, Nelson, Jepsen, Luke,Stroebel, Schmidt, D. Johansen and Chairman Johnson.
Supervisors reports were given.Motion (Brown/Scoglio) to adjourn. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
Chairman Johnson declared meeting adjourned 7:30 p.m.
STATE OF WISCONSIN )COUNTY OF POLK )
I, Carole T. Wondra, County Clerk for Polk County, do hereby certify that theforegoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the County BoardProceedings of the Polk County Board of Supervisors Session held on April 30,2013.
Carole T. Wondra, Polk County Clerk
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Frederic Fine Arts ConcertPhotos by
Becky Amundson
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Rare “Abbey Road” performance as
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by Greg Marsten
Leader staff writerLUCK – The Beatles 1970 release of
recording as a group, but has since be-come known as one of the true iconic albums in modern music history.
Every song on the album has become a standard of rock music, exhibiting the eclectic styles of the Beatles and their in-dividual voices, playing style and writ-ing. From George Harrison’s timeless “Here Comes the Sun,” to Ringo Starr’s playful “Octopus’ Garden,” the album used lyrical and recording techniques that have since become standards in all of music, from Moog synthesizers to backward recording, airy harmonies and even drum mixing that spanned multi-ple stereo tracks.
But the true genius of “Abbey Road” lies in John Lennon and Paul McCart-ney’s amazing collaborations that ranged from “Come Together” to the 16-minute album climax medley that featured the whimsical “Mean Mr. Mustard,” “Poly-thene Pam,” Golden Slumbers” and “Carry That Weight,” culminating in the cerebral “The End” as a capstone of sorts
The album has become a standard for photo ops, as well, as the famous “Abbey Road” cover photo is among the most imitated photos in all of Europe.
While recorded over 45 years ago, local
music fans have a rare chance to hear the album performed by nearly a dozen pro-fessional musicians this Friday, May 17, in Luck at the Bon Ton, where the event also combines as a fundraiser for the re-cent Boston Marathon bombing victims.
“It’s full instrumentation,” Bon Ton owner Cris Moore said. “Horns, back-ground vocals, synthesizers, the whole works. Note for note!”
The collaboration is the kickoff of the Bon Ton’s Summer Music Series, and promises to be a unique fundraiser, with no cover charge and just a freewill of-fering, with a percentage of the saloon’s
Fund, which is the collaborative effort to raise money for Boston bombing victims.
The musicians behind the effort are known as Jonny James & the Hall of
Fames, which includes several musicians who are not only professional musicians but actual professors of music at the McNally Smith College of Music in the Twin Cities.
Ironically, the college’s very begin-ning goes back almost 50 years ago, tracing directly back to the Beatles, as co-founder Jack McNally credited the
-sion for guitar, leading him to meet up with guitarist and teacher Doug Smith, which would later become the namesake duo of the college beginnings. That col-laboration has since grown into a world-class music school, with Grammy Award winners as teachers, multiple musicians and recording engineers and others who have capitalized on that history and ad-vance music in areas that have made the
Twin Cities famous for music and sound recording.
The Jonny James ... group will feature a lineup of players that includes mul-tiple brass players, as well as strings, a cellist, vocalists and more to recreate “Abby Road, “ note for note.
“There hasn’t been something like this in Northwest Wisconsin in years,” Moore said. “With this kind of variety and talent, you might not get the chance again.”
The 11-member group has become known for performing the famous album and offers a preview on their website, and even performed a version of the show two weeks ago at a club in St. Paul.
Moore said they will also perform other Beatles standards after the album performance and promises to make it a night of nights for Beatles fans.
“It’s good for the community, good for Boston, good for all of us,” Moore said. “If you can’t be there, maybe peo-ple would be willing to make a donation to the (Boston bombing) cause. Either way, it’s going to be an amazing night.”
The Beatles’ “Abby Road” event at the Bon Ton Saloon in Luck starts at
straight through the album, with other Beatles music to follow as the night pro-gresses. There is no cover charge and the event is a fundraiser for the onefundbos-ton org.
For a preview of the show, go to www.youtube.com/watch?v=LswMqQtyb14.
Beatles for Boston in Luck
Wild!re consumes 8,700 acres; largest in northern Wisconsin in 33 yearsDOUGLAS/BAYFIELD COUNTIES -
-ning, May 14, forced the evacuation of parts of Douglas County.
Wednesday morning, an estimated 8,700 acres had burned. Douglas County Emer-gency Management Director Keith Kesler asked for assistance from anyone who would come, including crews from Min-nesota. “This is the real deal. This is not under control,” he said Tuesday evening.
County Town of Barnes was bombed with water from airplanes and heavy equip-
in a dry, pine area, he said, “I’m sitting on a road right now, and the smoke is so thick that I’m going to turn around. I’m not going to drive any farther for fear I might run into somebody that I can’t see.”
An evacuation center was set up in the Barnes Town Hall.
The Department of Natural Resources
was 90 percent contained as of Wednes-day morning. It is considered the larg-
years.Residents were evacuated overnight
from Loon Lake, Sand Lake, Murray Lake, Potowatomi Estates, Rock Lake, Beauregard Lake, Catherine Lake, Ellison Lake and the village of Barnes. Fifty-nine people had registered at the Drummond High School evacuation site as of 7 a.m. Wednesday.
It’s estimated that at least 50 structures
-day morning. Multiple power lines were down. Multiple aircraft are also being
In April 21 and 22, 1980, the Ekdall Church Fire burned more than 16,000 in northwestern Wisconsin, including large tracts of land in Burnett and Washburn counties, destroying 118 homes and cab-ins and more than 100 garages and out-buildings.
Ekdall Church, about seven miles north -
ers were on the scene within minutes but
miles at a rate of more than 1,000 acres per hour.
Wednesday in the Danbury and Milltown areas. See the Leader’s website (the-
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BURNETT/POLK COUNTIES - Many of the 73 AmeriCorps members who showed up in Burnett County last Sun-day night, May 12, didn’t know what to expect of their home-for-a-week.
Eric Kube, executive director of Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity, was at the meeting in Talladega, Ala., last year when the 400 AmeriCorps members learned to
-tions they’d been assigned.
going to Seattle, a big cheer went up. Same thing for the group going to Wash-ington, D.C.,” said Kube, laughing. “But when they announced the group going St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin, it was dead si-lence. Then you saw everyone pulling out their phones to look up where it was.”
But come they did – from New York, Los Angeles and many places between. And once here, they got to work.
They worked on three new home builds, in Webster, Frederic and Luck; they reroofed four homes, one each in Grantsburg, Siren, Frederic and Milltown; and they installed new windows and sid-ing on a big old home in Cushing. Two other teams power-washed and painted several homes in Centuria, several in Luck and in Siren.
The impact of these energetic, high-spirited young volunteers will be felt for a long time in this community.
“I’ll bet we got at least two months’ worth of work done in one week,” said Kube, shaking his head. “The best thing is that we were able to help several fami-lies we probably wouldn’t have gotten to do.”
It’s possible the nonvisible effects of their work are even more important. More than one homeowner shed a tear as they talked about what it meant to have their home worked on during the Build-a-Thon.
“We don’t always remember to count our blessings,” said Jared Moe, future homeowner of the Frederic home at the Build-a-Thon closing ceremony Friday evening. “Today isn’t one of those days, because I’m looking at a hundred of them – all of you.”
Russell Post, a veteran whose home in Cushing was re-sided, said, “I’m 73 years
old and I’ve never brushed up against these kinds of people before. Lot of time people just grab to get for themselves. Me, too, sometimes. I’m worried about my grandkids, what their lives will be like. But these kids give me hope for the future.”
Locals and visitors alike were both challenged and cheered by the Build-a-Thon.
Kristian Jones, one of the visiting AmeriCorps members, wrote, “I don’t think I’ve ever been so exhausted in the course of my service or felt so amazed by what can be accomplished by a small group of driven people. My knees are scuffed, and we’re all covered in mud and sweat by the end of the day, but we’re happy to do it. It’s a labor of love.” Her article and others about the Wild Rivers Build-a-Thon may be read at habitat.org/americorps/BAT/2013.
The Wild Rivers Habitat for Humanity crew included a number of local people who volunteered long hours as site su-
pervisors for the Build-a-Thon. These in-cluded Mark Brooks, Wild Bill Faughn, Dan Gunderson, John Gyllen, Jerry Heck-man, Kevin Jolly, Al Kruger, Bob Robin-son, Dave Sarow and David Weiss. “With only one paid construction manager, there’s no way we could have done this without these guys,” said Kube. “It was a huge job, and we’re so grateful for their help – and the many other volunteers who helped in other ways.”
Work is continuing on several fronts and those who would like to help com-plete the projects are encouraged to con-tact Habitat. Workdays will be Saturdays and Mondays in Frederic and Thursdays and Fridays in Webster for the time being. The Luck build will ramp up when those near completion, and a new home build will start in Amery later this summer. Youth, church or civic groups are needed to help with home painting projects as well. Contact WRHFH volunteer coordi-nator Jackie Thorwick at 715-483-2700 to sign up for a day. More photos on page 2.
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Milo spent the day track-ing dinosaurs.
We are camping in northern New Mexico where, according to the signs in the state park, dinosaurs left their tracks. We pulled in late – too late to see our own tracks, never mind the dinosaurs’. Our tent was perched atop a sandstone rise, surrounded by soft-colored boulders, overlook-ing a beautiful little manmade lake in the middle of the desert.
I wanted to get in earlier, but things took longer than I expected, as they always do. I dithered and changed my mind about how much I should get ac-complished before leaving. I worried about things I didn’t need to worry about and, in the end, I was setting up my tent in the dark and sipping a glass of wine just as the stars came out. I let Milo run off leash as we were the only ones in the park – just us and the dinosaurs. It was too late for me to track dinosaurs,
of splashing and squawking and rustling around the lakeshore. None of them sounded dinosaur-sized.
Much of New Mexico was once a giant sea that
this piece of land must have been a beach. The park stands on what was once a dinosaur thoroughfare. Herbivorous and carnivorous dinosaurs trudged through the mud, passing between a great forest and the sea. The last dinosaurs left 65 million years ago, but most of the tracks were made before that. “More than 100 million years ago,” one of the signs said. Some earlier visitor, apparently as incredulous as I that anything that happened on a muddy beach could survive that long, had scratched off the “mil-lion” and written “thousand.” I thought about that. A hundred thousand years was an incredibly long pe-riod of time, but I could almost believe it. A hundred
million years was outside my ability to imagine.
In the morning, Milo and I walked around the boardwalk, looking at these platter-sized footprints. The signs pointed out the different types of dinosaurs and the direction they were
going. One sign pointed out a set of tracks where the dinosaur had hesitated, hopping from one foot to the other and back.
“Can you imagine why it might have done that?” the sign asked, but offered no suggestions.
In another place, a dinosaur steadied herself (for some reason I am sure it was a female) with her tail. The sign pointed out that this was highly unusual, as dinosaurs usually held their tails “several feet in the air.”
I was suddenly very glad I wasn’t a dinosaur.“Can you imagine why she might have done that?”
asks a voice a hundred million years later about that moment on the beach when I didn’t know which way to turn, when I started to do one thing and then stopped, and then realized I wanted to do it after all.
“She usually keeps her tail several feet in the air – except when she slips,” says this altogether-too-observant observer from the unimaginable future.
I looked at all these blunders and missteps re-corded for, if not eternity, as near to it as I could imagine and thought of all the times I had stumbled in the mud. I wanted to step back in time, just a hundred million years or so, and reassure these dino-saurs as they slipped and dithered and got their tails muddy.
“It’s OK,” I’d say, “no one will ever know.”Till next time,— Carrie
Carrie Classon
I am not a great fan of television other than NFL football and
“Duck Dynasty.” I have enjoyed “Downton Abbey” this past winter and sometimes when walking on a treadmill I watch “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” although this doesn’t promote healthy eating habits. Lately, my viewing habits have been a bit more limited usually to one channel, “Chicken TV.”
More than 30 years ago, my wife and I were rather -
steading movement. We had chickens, pigs, ducks, cows, a solar-powered outdoor shower and we ate our own homegrown carrots with the dirt still on them.
television. It had a small screen, fuzzy reception and was black and white. Prior to that time we had to rely on one channel for entertainment, chicken TV. How-ever, around sunset the viewing became quite boring when they all went in to roost. A couple of the bantam chickens were wilder than a pheasant and always roosted about 20 feet up in a tree next to the house. We were never quite sure where they were until 4:30 in the morning when the chicken TV converted to an alarm clock.
Moving off of the farm I was able to be free of the morning chicken alarm until now. For about the past
10 years my wife has been ask-ing for chickens. I have always agreed with her and I would bring home a frozen chicken from the store. More recently she has been more vocal and clari-
chickens in the backyard. Finally I agreed to make her eternal wishes come true. We had a small, unused garden shed full of some junk and her reasoning was simple. This could be relocated be-hind our pole barn converted to a small chicken coop. Almost no cost at all and hardly any work involved (for her). Between the wire, lumber, time, chickens and feed we now have our costs down to $17 for a dozen eggs. We sell them for $2 a dozen. I can see how America’s farmers are getting wealthy.
I was certainly not in the mood to raise chicks. If we were getting chickens, why not start with experi-enced chickens, something that already knew how to
we found some middle-aged chickens and they even gave us a rooster for free. Why not, I reasoned. If he bothers me this weekend there will be chicken stew on Tuesday. He must have about 40 in chicken years because he sleeps late, he is henpecked and has no tail feathers and only one eye. He hops around in a circle and cocks his head to look you over. He doesn’t crow until noon and then only to impress his lady friends. My kind of rooster. Our grandchildren have named
him Popeye Henry so I guess that means we are stuck with him.
One day our granddaughters were visiting and, despite the nice weather which seems to be exceed-ingly rare this spring, they wanted to watch television. When we were unsuccessful at trying to redirect their
TV.”We brought kitchen scraps to the pen and also
tossed cracked corn on the ground to watch them scratch and peck. We opened and closed the chicken door, tossed around some bedding straw and picked up the eggs. By the end of the afternoon, they re-quested that I build a bench so they could sit and watch “Chicken TV.”
On Mother’s Day they were so excited to come to Grandma’s house for dinner and a movie, the chicken movie. While dinner was being prepared, they parked themselves on the chicken bench to watch the show. After dinner was completed, they returned to the same location with some table scraps and were thor-oughly entertained. As it neared the time to go, Lily turned to Grandma and asked, “Grandma, when we are gone, do you come out here all alone and watch the chicken movie?” I am happy to report, yes, she does.
kids to watch ... “Chicken TV.”
John W. Ingalls, MD
Amery Regional Medical Center andHealthPartners strengthen affiliation
Observe Memorial Day by donating blood through the American Red Cross
AMERY - Amery Regional Medical Center and HealthPartners are pleased to announce that they are
the ARMC Foundation Board endorsed moving for-ward with plans to join the HealthPartners family of care in early 2014.
ARMC has a long tradition of providing excellent care in the community. HealthPartners is a multispecialty care delivery system and health plan with a strong rep-utation of collaboration in western Wisconsin.
The organizations have worked together for many years to improve the health of the community. Re-
cent examples of this partnership include implement-ing an electronic medical record system at ARMC and strengthening specialty care in the region by investing in the Cancer Center of Western Wisconsin. In addition, physicians and providers from HealthPartners provide primary and specialty care at ARMC.
The organizations will continue discussions about the opportunity to strengthen health care in the community. Additional information will be provided as appropriate. - from ARMC
FREDERIC - The Frederic Lioness Club and the American Red Cross encourage Americans to observe Memorial Day, a day to honor those who died serving our country, by donating blood in Frederic at the Fred-eric Area Blood Drive.
For more than 50 years, the Red Cross has been an innovator and a leader in transfusion medicine and re-search. Started as a relief effort to provide lifesaving plasma and blood for soldiers during World War II, the Red Cross Blood Services has grown – collecting and distributing nearly half of the nation’s blood supply.
The Frederic Lioness blood drive is scheduled for Thursday, May 23, from 1-7 p.m. and Friday, May
24, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will be held at the St. Luke Methodist Church. If you are interested in scheduling an appointment please call Phyllis Wilder, 715-327-8951 or Phyllis Meyer, 715-327-8972. Walk-ins are always welcome.
All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license, or
in. Individuals who are 16 years of age, with parental permission, weigh at least 110 pounds and are generally in good health may be eligible to donate blood. - from
Frederic Lioness Club
Free Wheel’n Weekend set for June 1-2
WEBSTER - Come ride with Cozy Corner Trails Inc. and
Wheel’N Weekend Saturday and Sunday, June 1 and 2. The Wisconsin ATV Association and local clubs are of-fering special guided trail rides and friendly assistance to
During this weekend, ATV/UTV owners can ride free in Wisconsin. You do not need to have your machine regis-tered in Wisconsin. Nonresident ATV/UTV owners do not need to have a trail pass on these days. Riders will meet at Fishbowl Bar at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 1. From there, they will ride to the Webb Lake area, then on to Hillside. Members, nonmembers, local riders and out-of-state riders are all invited. Enjoy the free ride. - submitted
Bike Polk and Burnett County state trails free
June 1 and 2Celebrating National Trail Day 2013
POLK/BURNETT COUNTIES - Recognizing National Trail Day, Polk and Burnett counties will not require state trail passes for bike riders on the Stower Seven Lakes and the Gandy Dancer state recreational trails June 1 and 2.
Both trails normally require a Wisconsin state trail pass for bike riders 16 years of age and older. The passes are good on all state trails.
The Stower Seven Lakes Trail, the newest Wisconsin state recreation trail, opened in 2010 and offers a very sce-nic 14-mile ride from the trailhead in Amery to just outside of Dresser, passing next to Nye and Wanderoos. Take a look at amerywisconsin.org.
The Gandy Dancer State Trail has been operating for 17 years and offers a longer 47-mile route from its trailhead at the Polk County Information Center in St. Croix Falls to Danbury. Four villages and unincorporated Lewis are lo-cated on the trail in Polk County, and they are all less than six miles apart. Siren and Webster are on the trail leading north to Danbury in Burnett County.
The Gandy Dancer Trail follows the Soo Line railroad corridor that founded and served the small towns in Polk County. In Frederic, the 1901 Soo Line Depot was refur-bished and serves as a rest stop for the trail as well as the museum of the Frederic Area Historical Society. The Fred-eric Depot is the last remaining depot of this rail line and is open weekends from Memorial Day through leaf season in October.
Trail maps and more information for the trails are avail-able at the Polk County Information Center 800-222-POLK or polkcountytourism.com, the Burnett County Visitor Center, visitsiren.com, amerywisconsin.org and the Polk
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Tourism
What do you have when
your mother-in-law drives off a cliff in your new Mer-cedes? Mixed emo-tions.
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don’t succeed, stay away from skydiving.•••
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It’s time to go. Do you know where your keys are?
“All our life, so far as it has form, is a mass of habits.”– William James, 1892.
If you ever walk into my house you may
be a set of car keys. My wife hung these hooks about a year ago. Before that, I used to put my keys in a small porcelain bowl on a shelf near the entryway.
Another person in our house (who shall remain nameless) did not use the bowl in this manner - did not, in fact, use anything in this manner as it related to keys - and as a result would sometimes spend a frus-trated minute or two (or more) searching for said keys before leaving the house.
The idea was that the hooks would be a more immediate and visual cue. Besides, sometimes other things ended up in the bowl and we sometimes missed a set of keys simply because they were under other
It was a good argument. The bowl is still there and it’s still full of trinkets.
But an interesting thing happened on the way from the bowl to the hook. I started losing my keys.
Aside from the general argument for or against hooks versus bowls for holding keys, I think it’s fairly ob-vious that this type of system for keep-ing track of things works. I would also highly recom-mend it for items like wallets, purses and cell phones. The power is in the routine. Put some-thing in the same place every time for long enough and it becomes a habit. You don’t even think about it anymore. In fact, you don’t even consciously know you’re doing it. The program just runs in the back-ground, leaving your mind free to work on more important things (like milk and bread inventory, or solving the problem of how to pick up two different kids from two different locations at the same time), and magically your keys end up right where
they should be – despite the fact that you have no recollection of putting them there.
We may chuckle at the thought of habits like these because they seem so ... brainless. But in fact, it is the development of just this type of automatic programing that allows our brains to do so many amazing higher-order things. Without mindless habits, we’d have to think to remember where we put our keys (or shoes or homework) all the time. And that takes energy.
Consider the student going back to school or the adult starting a new job. Dur-
are countless tasks and schedules and responses to learn, not to mention new
think about. It’s exhausting. After a while, however, we are able to put many of these things on autopilot – freeing our thinking mind to solve more complex or important problems.
What really becomes interesting, how-ever, is when we begin to consider how much of our lives we’ve given over to the autopilot. In his book, “The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business,” Charles Duhigg cites research done by Duke University that found, “ More than 40 percent of the ac-
tions that people perform each day weren’t actual decisions, but habits.”
And although where we put our keys may mean relatively little, over time, the habits we create around what we eat and read, how we spend our free time and money, how often we exercise, to what media we watch and listen, what we say to our kids each night, and how we organize our thoughts and respond to emotional cues plays an enormous role in our long-term health and wellness – physically, emo-
above, our life is a mass of habits.Obviously, this is a double-edged sword
because both good and bad habits are tough to break. Have you guessed where my keys end up when I don’t put them
them back in the bowl. Though I have no idea how they got there.
For four years now I have been going to college in the Twin Cities, and in two short weeks I graduate. While the campus I live on is not exactly right in the heart of the Cities, the population is more than twice the size of Webster, my hometown. And any place with at
10 minutes away from where I live is considered city to me. This year, being my senior year, I haven’t had as many opportunities to travel home as the pre-vious years, but when I do it is apparent to me how vastly different small towns are from cities.
I hate to label myself a “country girl.” I can’t stand country music, drinking a beer is a very rare occasion, and I will never own a pair of cowgirl boots even if they become a fashion statement.
“small-town girl.” Even now, after four years of living in the Cities, I ooh and ahh at big skyscrapers or if the number of someone’s graduating class in high school is over 100 people. I laugh at people who have grown up in the sub-urbs of the Cities and say they’re from
a small town. A “small town” for some-one in the Cities is 30,000 people.
Recently, I spent a weekend at home for Mother’s Day. It had been a while since my last visit home, so the quiet-ness of a small town hit me like a crash-ing wave. I could sit in my house and not hear a single car, semi, or bus – just complete silence mixed with a few chirps of spring peepers or birds. But this weekend made me realize exactly how small town I really was.
I came home to a new chicken coop at my house. A dozen black hens, one mangy looking rooster with no tail and one eye, and a handful of fresh farm eggs. This was built next to our small patch of woods, next to the small log cabin my dad had built by hand. Later that night, my family and I decided to
of winding roads, passing nothing but
emerged. Surprisingly, it was quite busy and we ordered beers while we waited for a seat inside.
As the evening progressed, it was ap-parent we knew at least 60 percent of the people in the restaurant, including my own aunt and uncle who walked in. We knew the owner, the waitress, stories about the man sitting alone at the bar, the older couple sitting next to us, and had at least some small con-nection with everyone who was from around the area. With each person we knew that walked in the door, we raised our beer in salute, said hi, and my dad slipped in at least one or two lame jokes.
On Saturday, I went to my niece’s soc-cer game. She’s 4, and there are about four kids on the team including her. When we arrived, we sat down by the
-tering. In a matter of 20 minutes, we had been handed a few blankets, a pair of gloves and a handful of conversations all by people who knew us. On Sunday in church, everyone had heard about
my engagement either through family, my niece spreading it around her kin-dergarten class, or through Facebook and I received many congratulations.
After that weekend it made me realize the importance of small towns. I spent most of my life running from the life of a small town because I had felt choked or held down by so many barriers and so little opportunities. I ran away from my small town to go to New Zealand for a year, only to be put in an even smaller town. But my experiences of liv-ing in the Cities have made me realize the incredible impact community has on a person. I can walk the streets in the Cities, enter a handful of restaurants or stores, go to even my own university’s baseball games and nobody would know me personally or say hi or stay to chat for a few minutes. Though I love the convenience and opportunities the cities have to offer, nothing will ever take away the newly emerged love I have for small towns. In this last week-end’s case of city versus country, coun-
Abby Ingalls
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Saturday, May 18, 8 a.m. - Until plants are sold out
(They sell out fast) Spooner Ag Station
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Dinner Comedy Show
WINERIES & GRILLE St. Croix Falls, WI
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50 Years Ago
Frederic High School would have a pop concert fol-lowed by a dance on May 18, with the Music Masters playing for the dance, which would go till midnight. The band, madrigal and boys glee club numbers in-cluded “The Curtain’s Going Up,” “It’s a Grand Night
“I Ain’t Down Yet.”–May 25 would be Poppy Day in Frederic.–Norman Pokorny and Gene Nelson of the state Conservation Department set nets in Bone Lake to catch muskies and “milk” their roe. Results proved there were “record breakers” in the lake, the
grand opening of the Milltown Speedway was rained out, sending around 100 die-hard fans home, but they would try another grand opening on Friday, May 17.–The marriage of Judy Marek and Wayne Turnquist, April 6, was announced.–The Frederic High School valedictorian was Victoria Asper, and co-salutatorians were Pamela Petersen and Pamela Moore.–Winners of the Woodman speech contest were Bruce Wallin, eighth grade, Frederic, and Jill Hanson, seventh grade, Lewis.–The farm home of Mr. and Mrs. Carlyle Shut-
parents were in Frederic with their daughter who was in the hospital. Their other two children, ages 9 and 11, were home and ran a mile to the neighbors for help when they noticed smoke.–Community support was raised to ensure a swim program for Burnett County. Lessons would be offered at Spirit Lake, taught by Elaine DeBrock and Vera Wicklund.
40 years ago
Roxan Lidel won the Betty Crocker Homemaker of the Year Award for Siren High School.–The en-gagement of Dianne Kopplin and Paul Connor was announced.–Mr. and Mrs. Ed Almquist, of Siren, cel-ebrated their 60th wedding anniversary.–Don Orge-man Jr. was named to the dean’s list at the University of Minnesota Institute of Technology.–Winners of
Matz, second, Sara Knuf and third, Gayle Svoboda in
Marek, second, Junellyn Lundquist and third, Val-erie Schaar for the seventh- and eighth-graders.–Two teenagers from Osceola, Dale and Alice Rasmussen, were killed in a car accident which occurred on Hwy. 8 while they were on their way to a dental appoint-ment.–Siren’s valedictorian was Diane Osman, and the salutatorian was Lynn Daniels.–The movie playing at St. Croix Falls was “The Getaway,” starring Steve Mc-Queen and Ali MacGraw. –Graduates from UW-Eau Claire included Kathy Melin, Grantsburg, and Dale Johnson, Frederic.–Prom king and queen for Webster were Gary Doriott and Cindy Johnson.–People were still keeping the young exchange students from Wales entertained and feeling welcomed. The excursion pic-
of Cowan Creek and the Trade River, in the Town of Sterling.–The Unity Eagles won the River Falls Invita-tional small school track meet.
20 years ago
The Jose Cole Circus was in Luck on May 7 and a picture was featured in this paper of their elephant, waiting patiently on the Luck Elementary School play-ground for its turn to perform.–Two young people
-odist Church on April 25, David Chell and Joy Scan-lon.–The children from Pilgrim Lutheran in Frederic would perform a play, “It’s Cool in the Furnace,”at Grace Lutheran, West Sweden, on May 16.–Music awards presented at Frederic High School went to Melissa Wyss, the John Philip Sousa Award, Troy Hackett, the Semper Fidelis Award and the National School Choral Award, and Beth Lundquist and Brenda Hinrichs, Musicianship awards.–Webster High School seniors Adrian Arbuckle and Miki Budge were chosen to receive Army Reserve Scholar Athlete Awards.–At Siren High School, Sara Blahauvietz won the John Philip Sousa Award and Dale Peterson won the Na-tional Choral Award.–Both the Siren boys and girls track teams became conference champs when they won the Lakeland Conference meet at Rice Lake.–The Webster High School valedictorian and salutatorian were Marie Zimmer and Heather Ince.
National Park Service to conduct prescribed burnsST. CROIX FALLS - The St. Croix National Scenic
Riverway plans to conduct three prescribed burns in the riverway corridor in the spring of 2013. These burns may take place May 15 - 22, depending on weather con-ditions. The National Park Service is conducting these
along the St. Croix River. The areas to be burned are: • Sterling and Sunrise prairies, 18 and 15 acres, respec-
tively, on the St. Croix River, either side of Sunrise Land-ing in Polk County. Sites are west of Wolf Creek and across the river from Wild River State Park. These sites are being restored to oak savanna and tall-grass prairie.
• St. Croix River Visitor Center native plant area, one acre located in St. Croix Falls. The site must be burned periodically to maintain and rejuvenate the prairie spe-cies.
• Arcola Prairie, 28 acres in Washington County, Minn., adjacent to the St. Croix River and east of Arcola
Trail. This site is just south of the historic Soo Line High Bridge and has undergone several years of prairie res-toration.
The NPS has developed detailed plans for prescribed burns, which are carried out by personnel trained and
-perature, relative humidity, wind and other conditions under which a burn can take place, protection of adja-cent properties, communications, needed manpower and equipment, safety and other considerations.
If conditions are not favorable on the day when burn-ing is planned, the burn will be rescheduled.
-ment plan is available for viewing on the park’s website at nps.gov.
For additional information, contact the St. Croix River Visitor Center in St. Croix Falls at 715-483-2274. – from
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by Wayne AndersonSpecial to the Leader
OSCEOLA - The growing popularity of local beekeep-
ing got a little larger with 12-year-old George Erickson. Little George, of Osceola, joined many new beekeepers throughout Northwest Wisconsin this year by building a
-ages) in expectation of producing God’s gift to people everywhere: honey.
Chris Lyman of Amery, and vice president of the Bal-sam Lake bee club, mentored and labored the all-day project with creative architecture and back pain. But in the end, kind Lyman and young George put another lakeside bee yard on the map. All the neighbors with
new bee addition.In other news, the bee club in Siren met on Monday,
May 6, with several people attending wanting to become beekeepers. Of course the weird weather was on the mind of many. Beekeeping is like farming, a business completely tied to the weather.
It was reported the cold spring weather has set bee-
plants were late blooming this year and package bees for sale were late arriving by truck from the warm West Coast and southern states.
Also, the news of the European Union voting on a two-year ban of the farm pesticides called neonicotinoids was welcomed news for club members. The deadly pesticide is believed to seriously harm the bees. Here in the U.S., the government is still debating the issue.
To learn more about local beekeeping, you may at-
month, or the club in Balsam Lake on the third Thursday of the month. For more information, call 715-327-5525.
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DENTAL IMPLANTS Siren Dental is excited to announce that we now
offer complete dental implant services. Our team will take great care of you from the initial placement, to the final restoration. Call for a consult to learn more about dental implants.
The Humane Society of Burnett County will be there with animals for adoption. We will be having exotic animals, raffles, door prizes and a BBQ. We will also be having a sidewalk sale with huge discounts on some products.
We currently have the following babies in stock: Chinchillas, Ferrets, Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Rats and Bearded Dragons
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LIBRARY NEWSFrederic Public Library
Join us for Mixed Nuts, the kickoff summer reading event Monday, May 20, at 1 p.m., at the Frederic Ele-mentary School. Admission is free and the 45-minute program is open to everyone. This popular comedy duo is known for its physical shenanigans, age-appropriate humor and uproarious audience participation. The event is brought to you by way of the Frederic Library 2013 Summer Reading Program and is produced by A Touch of Magic Entertainment at aaatouchofmagic.com. Contact the library for more information on the summer reading activities and be sure to check us out at our web-site or on Facebook.
If you’re cleaning shelves and closets, please consider donating your gently used books, music and movies to the library’s annual Family Days bake/book sale which will be held June 14-15. The sale is sponsored by the
Your donations are welcome anytime up to the day of the sale.
The evening book group has chosen to read “An In-visible Thread,” by Laura Schroff, with discussion tak-ing place at the library Thursday, May 23, at 6:30 p.m. The following summary was taken from the back cover: “She was a successful ad sales rep living and working in Manhattan. He was a homeless, 11-year-old panhandler on the street. He asked for spare change; she kept walk-ing. But then something stopped her in her tracks, and she turned around and went back. And she continued to go back, again and again. They met up nearly every week for years and built an unexpected, life-changing friendship that has today spanned almost three de-cades.” Copies are available at the library and we wel-come new members.
The library offers basic computer help Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Seats are limited, so please register to assure a space. Drop-in help also continues as time is available. If you have questions about terminology, Internet, email, Facebook, using e-readers or anything else computer-re-
lated, ask your friendly librarians for help.
We offer story time for preschoolers and their caregiv-ers each Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. with books and music and activities. Come and be part of the en-ergy.
If you have a laptop with a wireless card, bring it to the library to use the free wireless Internet access. Cozy chairs and hot coffee are waiting for you.
Find us on Facebook at Frederic Public Library. The Web site is fredericlibrary.org. Email us at [email protected]. Frederic Public Library, 127 Oak St. W., 715-327-4979. Library hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Story time for preschoolers is held every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.
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Thursday, May 16, at 4 p.m. Pokemon battle and trad-ing card trainers unite. Learn to be a master Pokemon Trainer (bring cards).
The chess club will meet Monday, May 20, from 3:30 to 5 p.m.
The Friends of the Library book club will meet on Wednesday, May 29 at 3 p.m., at the library to discuss local author, Deb Tranton’s new book, “On Fossil Is-land.” Tranton will be on hand for the discussion.
Youth summer reading program kickoff will be Satur-day, June 8, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Comic and Graphic Arts Cookbook – there is still time to contribute. With grant support from the Ezra Jack Keats Foundation, the SCFPL presents community-sub-mitted artwork and recipes on display through the end of the summer. Look for the cookbook in 2014.
One-on-one computer help will be available on Tues-days and Thursdays from 1 to 3 p.m. Call to schedule your appointment at 715-483-1777.
Free tutoring for all levels K-12 is available on After-school Wednesdays. Brittany is a licensed teacher with a strong background in upper-level science, biology and chemistry. She loves a wide range of subjects and is enthusiastic to work with all ages in many topics from math to language to the sciences. Preregistration for tu-toring is required. Call 715-483-1777 or email [email protected].
Computers, clubs, friends, fun. Kids age 8-plus are in-vited to meet friends, get homework help and hang out at the library every Wednesday, Sept.-June. Take bus No. 9 down to the library on Wednesday afternoons with a note from your parent or guardian.
Songs, stories, art and fun on Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m.
It has up-to-date information on what’s happening at the library and other useful library tools you can use at home, stcroixfallslibrary.org. Look for us on Facebook.
The library is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and new extended Saturday hours, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Phone: 715-483-1777. Email: stcroixfallslibrary.org. Online: stcroixfallslibrary.org.
The Centuria Public Library is going to be sponsoring a summer reading program for young people in the Cen-turia community this summer. The public library sum-
mer reading program is a fun way to include reading and related activities into summer family fun. It helps children maintain and improve reading skills and have fun with friends throughout the summer. Registrations forms and a schedule of events are available the library. Plan to join us for a summer full of fun reading.
The library has computers available for the public to use. The library has free access to the internet and Wi-FI available to folks that have their own laptops and wish to connect to the Internet with them.
The library has been getting new books for all ages all
the latest best books for read. New DVDs, magazines, young adult, and childrens items have been added to the library’s collection of materials as well.
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Friday, May 24, from 1 to 4 p.m., all of the old-fash-ioned board games (no batteries!) will be available at the Milltown Public Library. We even provide a light snack. Battle a librarian, if you dare!
Come in on Friday, May 31, from 1 to 5 p.m., to regis-ter. We’re kicking off the summer reading program with sidewalk chalk, games and treats. Come in to register and start reading your way to cool prizes.
Thursday, June 6, at 1 p.m. Join us for maritime music and tales from this tall ship captain.
Open lab for beginners is available on Mondays at 1 and 2 p.m. Sign up for an hour-long session at the circu-lation desk or call 715-825-2313.
Morning story time is held every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Join the group for a half hour of stories, singing and fun. Designed for toddlers and preschool-age youth.
This program is held every Tuesday at 6 p.m. and is an all-ages art and social night. A great night for the whole family to choose stories together, to exercise creative en-ergies and to maybe even hear a story or two.
The next meeting will be held on Thursday, April 11, at 6:30 p.m. Anyone can be a member and can help in many ways.
Stay up to date with information on our website - go to the building projects link in the lower right-hand corner. Fundraising committee meeting dates, events, building and fundraising progress are updated there frequently.
Open Monday through Thursday 10 a.m - 7 p.m., Fri-day 10 a.m - 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone: 715-825-2313, email [email protected]. Fresh coffee and fast Wi-Fi are served every day. Besides the myriad of books in all genres and reading levels, the library also has oodles of movies, books on audio and even e-books and e-audiobooks.
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FREDERIC - A baccalaureate concert will be held Sunday, May 19, at the high school performance center, beginning at 7 p.m.
Director Greg Heine is looking for community choir members who would like to be a part of the perfor-mance. Those interested should be at the school at 6 p.m. to rehearse. Music will be provided.
The event is open to the public. - submitted
by Rich KremerWisconsin Public Radio
watching for shortages of a drug used to treat Lyme disease. A shortage in the Twin Cities is causing prices to jump.
Doxycycline is an antibiotic used to treat a number of skin infections, but one of its main applications is the treatment of Lyme disease. But while the warmer weather rouses the ticks that carry the disease, some areas of the Midwest are seeing shortages of the drug. The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports that many phar-macies in the Twin Cities are without doxycycline, and those who have it are raising their prices.
But that’s not the case in Wisconsin says Joe Cordova of the state Department of Health Services.
“We called and just randomly checked pharmacies around the state, typically in the bigger towns, and
That’s pretty common with most drugs in most phar-macies.”
Cordova says some major drug companies have stopped making doxycycline and others are having trouble with manufacturing, causing bottlenecks in the supply chain.
“So, what we’re hearing from the Food and Drug Administration is that they’re making these things; the supply chain just hasn’t caught up yet to the demand.”
But even though there haven’t been any shortages reported yet in Wisconsin, Cordova says high demand for the drug in larger cities could cause isolated issues.
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state Capitolby Shawn Johnson
Wisconsin Public Radio
MADISON - Five police
of duty were honored at a ceremony outside the state Capitol last Friday, May 10.
Included on that list was Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Deputy Sergio Aleman, who died in an interstate vehicle crash, and Wauwatosa Of-
was shot to death on Christ-mas Eve while on patrol.
Sebena Police Chief Barry Weber called her a public
-cers die, “It shakes us.”
“Their deaths were tragic. Nothing I can say will change that. But we are all better for knowing them and knowing their commitment. They believed in what they were doing and they were there for all of us. They were and remain our sister and brother.”
More than 260 officers have died in the line of duty since Wisconsin became a state.
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GRANTSBURG – Why do audiences keep coming back to the Grantsburg music department’s This is Why We Sing concerts? To see the talented student mu-sical performances, that’s why.
Choirs from grades four-12 shined as
Sing concert of the year on Friday, May 10, in the high school auditorium.
The audience enjoyed performances of popular and show tunes from many dif-ferent eras, featuring composers from Lerner and Loewe to the Beatles to Avril Lavigne.
The fourth- through sixth-grade after-school choir, seventh- and eighth-grade choir, ladies swing choir, high school choir, The Travelers, the vocal jazz en-semble, Swingin’ Sisters and musical the-ater state soloists were featured during the concert.
The evening was capped off with an ice-cream social in the high school commons.
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GRANTSBURG – Endurance was the word of the day for entrants in the Satur-day, May 11, Adventure Triathlon.
The athletes quickly learned not only would they face a test of endurance in the competition’s three grueling, continu-ous sporting disciplines, they also would face whatever nature decided to throw at them at each turn of the race.
The crisp, sunny morning at race start soon turned cloudy with the cool breeze becoming a stiff, cold wind.
Though bikers felt sleet at their backs as they pedaled along Phantom Lake in Crex Meadows, their spirits were not dampened.
mile ride were greeted by cheering team-mates and supporters at the St. Croix River as wind-driven hail pelted down as they headed to waiting kayaks.
Another wintery blast hit just as they pushed off from Soderbeck’s Landing. Without hesitation, they headed down-stream for the three-mile paddle to the
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LUCK – Food, comedy, tea, more food and even some live drama were on the menu on at a high tea at the United Pioneer Home in Luck on Monday, May 6, as the Rowdy Red Hat Mamas of the international Red Hat So-ciety converged on the nursing home to spread cheer and do a little celebrating.
The RRHM chapter of the Red Hat Society is celebrat-ing a double whammy of anniversaries, as the chapter turns a decade old, as the society itself celebrates 15 years of good food, fun, fellowship, friendship, frivolity, kind-ness, mentoring, living large and being of service to oth-
ers.“It’s about nurturing that ‘little girl
inside all of us,’” declared RRHM Queen Linda Glenn, who led the high tea and program at the nursing home. “I think we could have a chapter here at the home!”
The Red Hatters have become a hard-to-deny force of celebration and continue to enjoy life, food, travel and their communities, as often as time al-lows.
Red hats were provided for the UPH residents, “There is magic in the hat,”
on her head, a lady seems to be em-
... to laugh quicker and longer. That was certainly the case on Monday ... the residents all enjoyed themselves, very much.”
With residents from all over Polk County and into Minnesota, the RRHM noted several of the United Pioneer Home resi-dents long journeys and gave special recognition to 100-year-old Harriet and 97-year-old Esther.
Glenn laughed with Esther as she sipped tea and ate scones, and coaxed her into revealing a secret philoso-phy.
“Esther said the secret to living so long is to live day-to-day,” Glenn said with a hug. “That’s how we like to live, also!”
The Red Hatters are an unusual style of club, as they just plain gather together, with no meetings, no rules and a lack of paperwork, but just getting together “For many reasons,” Glenn declared.
She noted that Red Hatters often travel all over the country and the world, simply to play, laugh and enjoy life at conventions with other Hatters. With over 50,000 Red Hat chapters and over half a million Hatters, that celebration is obviously contagious.
The high tea also included a performance of a drama, called “How the Pig got the Curl in its Tail,” featuring Hatters Joy Severson, Marilyn Berg, Robin Johnson, Judi Bjerkland and led by Linda Glenn herself, who wrote the tale and even included a few “special effects” of pig
noises. The RRHM have performed the skit at several events and for all sorts of different crowds.
with great food, friendship, fun, frivolity, laughter and great conversations” “Equally enjoyed by resident guests and Red Hatters.”
UPH and have been hosting some type of activity or party at the nursing home several times a year. Glenn praised the activity coordinators and is hoping to bring even more of the residents into the society.
The usual red hat was reversed into a purple hat and bright red boots for Red Hatter Diana, who was celebrat-ing a birthday on Monday.
“We turn it around on your birthday, purple hat and red shoes,” Glenn said with a “just because” wink.
With such a delicious pedigree and loose agenda, you
and prosper, as their membership celebrates the simple smiles of life, in the shadow of a wide-brimmed red hat.
To learn more about the Red Hat Society, go to redhat-society.com, or contact Linda Glenn at [email protected].
Happily hatting for a decade“It’s about nurturing that
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by Priscilla BauerLeader staff writer
GRANTSBURG – The tables were set for a group of inquisitive teens and their knowledgeable dining companions.
Each year Grantsburg High School ju-nior classmen are given the opportunity to talk careers with professional men in the community during the Men of Tomor-row lunch.
The students were paired at tables with their would-be mentors to learn about
careers of interest to them from the men living those jobs every day.
This year’s luncheon, held on Wednes-day, May 1, at the Crex Convention Cen-ter, featured Joseph Huftel, vice president of instructional technology at Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College - Rice Lake campus.
Huftel told the young men to choose a career they would enjoy while advising them on the importance of learning to write and speak well.
Huftel also warned the students to “Un-derstand your past counts. Learn from your mistakes and don’t repeat them.”
“It’s never too late to start network-ing,” said Huftel. “Seek wisdom and un-derstanding from previous generations.”
Huftel also spoke to the need to keep up with technological advances, urging them to embrace technology.
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by Greg MarstenLeader staff writer
FREDERIC – The Frederic Chamber of Commerce held their annual awards night on Friday, May 10, at Hacker’s Lanes, where they noted, celebrated and honored their citizens, business and vol-unteers of the year. The awards are a staple of the village’s accolades and cel-ebrate the best and brightest, in a roasting atmosphere, at times.
2013 Business of the Year winner for 2013 was the Frederic-based Beaudry Company at 325 Oak St. Owner and Pres-
products in hearing technology and pro-tection, as well as other specialized pro-
80 local employees and 15 more in Min-nesota, and praised his fellow workers while noting that “there is always a need for more space,” and saying he was proud
“I’m proud to say we’ve never had to borrow money,” Chenal said while not-ing their steady growth and adjustments to a varied market, some of which comes from overseas nations and has forced
Chenal also joked about his own his-tory, which he has had a stake in for
years, and invested in as he sought train-ing. He said there is no doubt they could continue to grow and expand, but Chenal joked that he was “Just too lazy to make it happen!”
Beaudry’s Joe Lindberg also discussed the operation and praised Chenal’s lead-ership and vision, while also giving some of the technical details of the manufactur-ing and local impact.
Event emcee Dr. Brad Harlander also presented the award for Frederic Volunteer(s) of the Year to Barbara and Glen Meier, who were honored with mul-tiple and numerous accolades for their work in a variety of volunteer programs.
Speakers noted Barb Meier’s involve-ment in the county aging and meals pro-grams as the Frederic Senior Dining Site manager, as well as the couple’s involve-ment with 4-H, FFA and numerous vol-unteering efforts.
“There were lives changed because of their work,” stated Kevin Christenson, who noted the duo’s involvement in of-fering local children farm opportunities they wouldn’t have otherwise, as in-volvement in the Quality Meats Program, where those kids offered up their prized livestock for auction. “You couldn’t have picked anyone better,” he added.
Bremer Bank President Dan Draxler noted Glenn’s trusted involvement in the local agricultural community. “(Glenn is) incredibly connected in the farm commu-nity,” Draxler said. “It’s part of the reason he’s been so successful for us.”
Harlander also noted Glenn’s time
on the Town of West Sweden Board, as well being an auctioneer, and de-facto treasurer in so many volunteer organiza-tions. “Anybody that needs a treasurer, well, why not call the banker?” Harlander joked.
The Meiers were brief as they explained their volunteering; “I love volunteering. I love my kids and I love my community,” Barb Meier said.
“It’s really about making a stronger community,” Glenn Meier said. “It’s that simple.”
The Citizen(s) of the Year Award went to Tom and Joan Funne, who endured several speakers’ joking tales of the duo’s years in Frederic athletics, with former neighbors, players and coaches both praising, thanking and ribbing the couple.
Coach Funne’s banner years as state-bound basketball coach remain a strong Frederic historical feat. His leadership and overwhelming defensive style meant there were plenty of squad stories in let-ters, as well as tales of him adding multi-ple players to the opposing practice team to prepare his players for anything.
The couple’s involvement and commit-ment extended to the community, golf course, and Lions and Lioness clubs, and neighbors noted how the Funnes helped their players outside the arenas of athlet-ics or school.
“They took us under their wing (when
new in town),” stated former assistant coach Bob Berquist. “I found that the people who make a difference in your life aren’t the ones with the best credentials, or who win awards. It’s the people who make a difference in your life.”
The awards night also included a sa-tirical skit by Carol Thompson and Nancy Morten, and also tributes from family and church members.
“It’s humbling, to say the very least,” Joan Funne said to close the programA
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Confirmation: making firm in Christ
Graduating high school seniors Luck Lutheran confirmation
by Wayne AndersonSpecial to the Leader
GRANTSBURG - In local churches all
across Wisconsin the happy and strength-
last Sunday, May 12. Young people who dedicated considerable study to know more about their Christian faith stepped forward with their families to tell their
Three young women at New Hope Lutheran Church in Grantsburg happily joined the many others and declared their love and faith in God, with a favorite reading from Scripture.
Bailey Otto, 14, read one of the most fa-mous quotes in the New Testament: John 3:16. “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”
Hallie Jensen, 14, read a passage of strength and foretelling from Philippi-ans 4:13: “I can do all things through him
(Christ) who gives me strength.”Kate Noye, 16, laid her future in God’s
plan from the Old Testament in Jeremiah 29:11: “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
rooted in Judaism, said Dr. Emory John-son, pastor of New Hope. When young Jewish children became of age, at about 13, and personally accepted God’s Com-mandments, they underwent the rite of Bar Mitzvah (sons of the Command-ments) and Bat Mitzvah (daughters of the Commandments).
Now when Christian children come of --
ness.”
is a mature statement of faith for some-
coming-of-age ceremony for the young adults. In the Catholic Church and other
Orthodox churches, it is a holy sacrament. and other Christian matters, call New Hope at 715-463-5700.
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OBITUARIES/CHURCH NEWSHelen Caroline Kratzer
On May 9, 2013, Helen Caroline Kratzer “passed over into glory land.” She loved playing the organ/piano and so, many hymns have been going through our minds.
“Oh, how she loved Jesus” with all her heart and soul. Recalling hymns even became part of her everyday up-date on Facebook.
Helen Caroline Gust was born July 1, 1935, on the family dairy farm in Stratford. She was the ninth of 10 children of Otto and Johanna Gust. Helen married Alvin Frederick Kratzer on Dec. 27, 1956. They had three children, Paul Alvin, Verne Michael and Wendy Jo. Helen earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, which helped fuel her unending love for teaching.
Helen knew “when the roll was called up yonder,” she would see the face of her beloved husband, Alvin Fred-erick Kratzer, who went on before her in August 2004.
As mom, Helen taught her children to “have a little talk with Jesus” and “lean on his everlasting arms.” As a mom-in-law, Helen reminded us that God is the “holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty.” As grandma, Helen would remind them to “trust and obey, for there’s no other way.” As great-grandma, Helen wanted them to know “Jesus loves you, this I know.” As a sister, Helen knew they would all someday “gather at the river, where bright angel feet have trod.” As Aunt Helen, she had many “precious memories” with her nieces and neph-ews.
To anyone who she met in person or became close friends with through being a Facebook gamer buddy, Helen wanted them to know that “Jesus, name above all names, beautiful Savior, glorious Lord,” was a part of her life in every way.
Being a teacher was an important part of Helen’s life. If she didn’t go to school with you in Stratford, she had your children in her kindergarten class and even your grandchildren. Although Helen retired from teaching in 1990, her work was never over. Upon retirement, Helen taught at a New Tribes Mission school in Colom-bia, South America. Helen also worked in the AWANA Clubs, at her local church in Stratford, in Webster, and even in Texas where she spent some winters, as a Sparky leader, where she loved listening to little ones recite memory verses. Everyone who knew her was blessed by her lessons, as she continued to teach until the day she died.
Many lessons were learned through the teaching of Helen Kratzer, from the names of the myriad of birds that she sighted and in her personal collection in the freezer, along with great words to use in Scrabble and later in Words With Friends.
Helen enjoyed every part of deer season while living on Pike Lake in northern Wisconsin.
Helen died with grace and trusted her heavenly father through her endurance with pancreatic cancer.
Helen was preceded in death by her parents, Otto and Johanna Gust; siblings and their spouses, John and Goldie Stick, Edward and Gertrude Gust, Otto “Red” Gust Jr. and Peg; and her brothers-in-law, Fritz Engel and Paul Achee’; and her great-grandbaby, Vladimir Nathaniel White.
Helen is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Ruth Kratzer of Federal Way, Wash.; son, Verne Kratzer of Eau Claire; daughter and son-in-law, Wendy and Roy Witherspoon of Eau Claire; grandchildren, Joshua and Nicole Delaney, Brandon and Becky Kratzer, Katrina Kratzer, Britta Kratzer, Jeremiah Kratzer, Caleb Kratzer and Wade Kratzer; great-grandchildren, Ken-nedy Delaney, Braxtin Kratzer, Landon Delaney and Lexi Delaney; siblings and spouses, Marge and Larry Toelle, Bill and Irene Gust, Joyce Engel, Phyllis and Gordy Knut-son, Edie Achee’ and Wally and Pat Gust.
Special words of thanks copied from Helen’s Face-book: “Thanks to Wendy and Roy who held it altogether since early October and I praise them highly. The glue is all the prayers and encouragement by all who’ve faith-fully prayed, called; written, etc. love.” Special words from Helen, “Strength ... comfort ... healing ... friendship ... these are my thoughts for you all.”
A funeral service was held on Saturday, May 11, at First Baptist Church, Webster, with Pastor Tim Quinn
-ment was at the Viola Lake Cemetery.
Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Webster.
Online condolences can be made at swedberg-taylor.-
nate to the care of Treyden John Kurtzweil, a 10-month-old born to a young couple from Stratford, Wis., who was diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia on Sept. 5, 2012. Helen had followed his story since day one on Facebook, even asking how Treyden was when she could no longer get on the computer. Treyden is the
has family ties with Brandon and Becky Kratzer and Josh and Nicole Delaney. The address for The Treyden Kurtzweil Medical Fund Stratford State Bank, c/oTrey-den Kurtzweil 307 N. Weber Ave., Stratford, WI 54484. Learn more by visiting savingtreden.com.
Phyllis HendricksPhyllis Hendricks, age 76, a lifelong resident of Stone
Lake, died on Monday, May 13, 2013, at her daughter Nancy’s home after a courageous battle with cancer.
Phyllis was born at home on Dawn Road, just outside Stone Lake, Wis., to parents George and Cora Mikula. After attending Spooner High School, she was united in marriage to Harvey A. Hendricks on Dec. 24, 1954, at the Hendricks home where she would live the rest of her life. After their marriage, the couple farmed their newly renamed Bar H Ranch until 1962, when they opened Bar H Implement on their ranch, at which she worked until last fall when her de-clining health forced her to stay home. For many years, Phyllis and Harvey would spend winters at their home
attended the Stone Lake Wesleyan Church, and loved mowing lawn, gardening and canning.
Phyllis is survived by her children, Mary Kay (Cliff) Cooper of Delta, Colo., Roy Allen (Laura) Hendricks of Springbrook, Nancy Ann (Eugene) Slayton of Stone Lake, Marie Ann (Steven) Mickelson of Stone Lake, foster daughter Sandra Miller of Sparta; eight grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; brother, Gail (Delma) Mikula of Bloomer; sister, Freda Walter of Stone Lake; sister-in-law, Grace Mikula of Stone Lake; brother-in-law, Alvin Holman of Shell Lake; special friend, Don Stolp of Eau Claire; and many other extended family.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey A. Hendricks; daughter, Kathy Mae Hendricks; parents, George and Cora Mikula; brother, George Earl Mikula; sisters, June Holman, Joyce Anderson; brothers-in-law, John Anderson and Keith Walter.
Funeral services for Phyllis Hendricks will be held on Saturday, May 18, at 11 a.m. at the Stone Lake Wes-
Music will be provided by organist Carol Sheehan and soloist John Boone. Visitation will be held on Friday, May 17, from 4 to 8 p.m., at the Dahl Funeral Home in Spooner and also from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church on Sat-urday. Interment will follow at the Evergreen Cemetery next to her husband Harvey. Casket bearers will be Jim Mikula, Tim Mikula, Karl Paffel, Gary Walters, Jon Wal-ters and John Zoellick. Online condolences may be left at dahlfh.com.
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She is survived by her husband, Bruce Leonhardi; chil-dren, Chuck, Joseph and Sarah Hadro; mother, Gladys; sisters, Connie, Suzie, Mary, Judy and Amy; and brother, John.
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Care Center for the care given to our Mom/Grandma while she was a resident these past eighteen months. Thank you to Dr. Novick, Dr. Vitale, Dr. Radivojevic, The Burnett Medical nurses and ER staff for attending to our Mom/Grandma’s medical and comfort needs during her illness.
We would like to thank Faith Lutheran Church of Grantsburg for Pearl’s service and for the lunch follow - ing. We would like to thank all those who gave memo - rials, flowers and cards. Pearl’s family was very com - forted by everyone’s prayers, thoughts, hugs and kind words.
We greatly appreciate all of you caring for us during this very sad and difficult time.
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THANK YOU Thank you for all your support, prayers, love,
hugs, cards, phone calls, food etc. in the loss of
Debra J. Lysdahl (daughter & daughter-
in-law). Please keep Kevin’s family in
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UMC VBS schedule Area United Methodist churches to hold VBS
BURNETT/POLK COUNTIES – Save the date for the following area United Methodist churches vacation Bible school dates. Siren United Methodist will hold their VBS Sunday, June 16, through Tuesday, June 18; Lewis, Wednesday, June 19, through Friday, June 21; Danbury, Sunday, June 23, through Tuesday, June 25; and Web-ster, Wednesday, June 26, through Friday, June 28. All times are 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Registrations will be Wednes-day, June 5, from 5-7 p.m. at each church. For questions or more information, please contact Mary Yambrick at 715-349-5660, Cherie Fischer at 715-349-7853 or Pastor Gil White at 715-416-2977. - submitted
Summer fun offered at Peace Lutheran
DRESSER - Peace Lutheran Church in Dresser is offer-ing three different opportunities this summer for chil-dren and youth entering grades kindergarten through ninth grade.
Children entering grades kindergarten through third grade are invited to HayDay: Growing in Friend-ship with Jesus! vacation Bible school on Wednesday afternoons from noon until 4:30 p.m. on June 12, June 19 and June 26. Cost is $15 and includes lunch, fun with Luther Point staff and all activities.
Children entering fourth through sixth grade are in-
with Bible learning, fun projects and an opportunity to
or photography). Summer Splash will meet on Wednes-day afternoons from noon until 4:30 p.m. on June 12, June 19 and June 26. Cost is $24 and includes lunch, fun with Luther Point staff and all activities.
Youth entering seventh through ninth grade are in-vited to Summer Stretch, an all-day event with commu-nity service projects in the morning and fun, fellowship activities in the afternoon. Summer Stretch will meet Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., beginning July 11 through Aug. 1. Cost is $90 and includes all events, Valley Fair tickets, lunches, snacks, transportation and T-shirts.
Registration forms for vacation Bible school, Sum-mer Splash or Summer Stretch can be found online at
Registrations and deposits are due Friday, May 24. - from
Peace Lutheran Church
Webster/Siren area After 5 dinner
meeting setWEBSTER - The Webster/Siren After 5 will be hav-
ing a dinner meeting on Monday, May 20, at 6:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall of First Baptist Church in Web-ster. The special feature will be a presentation by Joyce Highstrom, Siren, about how important food shelves are for local communities. Ladies are encouraged to bring food item(s) that will be donated to Ruby’s Pantry Food Shelf. Jodie Sellers, Lakeville, Minn., will sing and speak. A singer and songwriter, Sellers learned life’s lessons through tragedy and fatherly advice. She keeps busy
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All ladies are invited to join them for an evening of Christian fellowship and inspiration. Cost is $10 inclu-sive. Make your reservation by calling Sharon at 715-259-7416.
After 5 is a nondenominational Christian women’s fel-
based in Kansas City, Mo. - from Webster/Siren After 5
Thank You Thank you to everyone
for the cards, flowers, gifts, memorials and especially for helping us celebrate Curt’s life.
A special thank-you to Aaron and Brenda Mar- tin for lending us the motor home and for helping with the celebra - tion, and also to Bill Helin, Scott Martin and Aaron Kurkowski for making the trip to Florida to get us home.
Thank you again for all your support.
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OBITUARIESViolet Marie Thompson
Violet Marie Thompson, 95, died Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at Burnett Medical Center in Grantsburg.
She was born at home on the farm in the Bass Lake Community near Grantsburg on Sept. 20, 1917, to Amanda (Moan) and Martin Thomp-son. She was baptized Dec. 2, 1917,
-any Lutheran Church where she was a lifelong member. Violet attended Bass Lake School. She helped her folks on the farm, did domestic work, worked at Stokely’s and worked Saturdays as a cleaning custodian in the Frederic Schools for 30 years.
Violet enjoyed baking and embroi-dery. She was active in church, circle and quilting. These
-ular degeneration in 1996.
Violet was preceded in death by her parents, Amanda (Moan) and Martin Thompson; brother, Stanley; sisters, Mabel Streed, Myrtle Streed and Hazel Larson; nephew, Steven Larson; and grand-nephew, Eric Munson.
She is survived by her sisters, Muriel Petersen and Fern Thompson; nieces, Janice (Keith) Olsen, Marilyn (Jay) Meador and Linda (John) Munson; nephews, Jerry (Carol) Streed, Tom (Andrea) Streed and Larry (Liz) Pe-tersen; many grand- and great-grandnieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Branstad – Grantsburg on Saturday, May 11,
by Larry Petersen and John Munson, and the organist was Linda Dahl. Interment took place at Riverside Cemetery in Grantsburg following the service. Pallbearers assist-ing were Jerry Streed, Tom Streed, Larry Petersen, John Munson, Bryce Anderson and Ross Olsen.
Online condolences may be left at rowefh.com. Please continue to check this website for updated information or call Bruce Rowe at 715-327-4475.
Rowe Funeral Home of Frederic has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
Wayne Gordon Redman
Wayne Gordon Redman, 79, of Onalaska, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2013, at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse. He was born Oct. 14, 1933, to Gordon and Jes-sie (Van der Hoek) Redman. He married Arla Jean Stan-nard Aug. 20, 1955, in Sparta.
Wayne enjoyed playing and watch-ing baseball, including the Brewers and the La Crosse Loggers. He also enjoyed the Green Bay Packers and the UW Badgers, but mostly, he en-joyed spending time with his family. After working many years in accoun-tant and controller positions for man-ufacturing companies in Sparta and Luck, Wayne opened his own bookkeeping and tax practice in Frederic in the early 1980s. His practice grew to over 400 clients who became another family to him
Wayne is survived by his wife, Arla Jean; daughters, Theresa (Charles) Goodman and Linda (John) Sullivan; son, Stephen (Laura) Redman; grandchildren, Katie, Nate, Abbi, Matthew, Adam, Alex, Quinn, Casey, Kylee, Hailee, Henry and Sam; great-grandchildren, Charley Jean, Delia, Pearce, Josie, Wyatt and Dylon; sister, Carol Schultz; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.The family would like to thank the care providers of
the Gundersen Health System, especially the staff on 4 Center and in the hospice area, Dr. Michael Henry and the gastroenterology staff, Dr. Erik Gundersen, Pas-tor Jason Stanton and Pastor Karyn Bodenschatz. Also, thank you to the family, friends and volunteers for their care and support.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 17, at 11 a.m., at First Lutheran Church, 410 Main St., Onalaska.
held on Thursday, May 16, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Cou-lee Region Cremation Group, 133 Mason St., Onalaska, and also one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. A Celebration of Life will be held at Cedar Creek in Onalaska following the service on Friday.
Memorials to First Lutheran Church in Onalaska and Gundersen Lutheran Medical Foundation are pre-
Doris E. Nelson
Doris Ellen Nelson was born in Page, N.D., on April 7, 1919, to Arthur and Ora Coen. She was the youngest and last surviving sibling of nine children.
The family moved to Luck when she was 7 years old. -
ling sounds as they crossed over the icy river.After graduation from high school, she trained and
worked as a hairdresser. She married Maxwell Nelson on May 18, 1946, after he returned from Europe where he served in the Army during World War II.
Doris enjoyed all kinds of music and taught herself to play piano. She also played the ukulele and the organ, and sang in quartets, trios and church choirs over the years. She loved the Lord and served in many church activities. She was also a member of the hospital auxil-iary in Osceola. She loved to crochet and knit. She made countless numbers of baby hats and afghans for chari-table organizations, as well as hand-sewn baby quilts.
She loved gardening and was well-known for her
four-mile walks that continued well into her 80s.Doris was preceded in death by her husband, Maxwell,
on Sept. 26, 2001.She is survived by her son, Linden Nelson (Mary) of
granddaughter Jennifer Wintle (James) of Alexandria, Va.; grandson, Lindy Nelson (Michelle) of Philadelphia, Pa.; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Friday, May 17, 10 a.m., at Hope Evangelical Free Church in Osceola. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment will be with husband Maxwell at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Grandstrand Funeral Home of Osceola was entrusted with arrangements.
James Newman Childs
James “Jim” Childs, 80, passed away peacefully sur-rounded by family on May 2, 2013, at the VA Medical Center, Minneapolis, Minn.
Jim was born on June 5, 1932, in Minneapolis, Minn. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elizabeth New-man and Arnold Childs and also his stepfather, Monroe Peterson, grandparents, aunts and uncles. He spent his youth in Webster, as his parents owned and operated several resorts, including The Log Cabin Inn on Dev-ils Lake, now the Herzl Camp. He attended Webster Schools where he excelled in athletics playing football, baseball and basketball. After serving in the Navy during the Korean War, he pursued his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education, and upon teaching a few years in Osseo, he spent the remainder of his career as a school administrator in Little Falls and Hopkins, Minn., retiring in 1992. He attended the University of Sussex in Brigh-ton, England, one summer as well as participating in an administrator swap in Denmark. As much as Jim was an outdoorsman, he was also a conservationist. He was elected to the state of Wisconsin Conservation Congress and served for many years during his retirement. He was a member of the Migratory Committee which assisted the DNA in determining the waterfowl seasons and bag limits.
Jim married Kay D. Forest on March 30, 1963. He is survived by his wife, Kay D.; sons, James and John (Kasey) Childs; grandchildren, Hunter, Dylan, Connor and Taylor; along with daughter-in-law, brothers-in-laws, sisters-in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.
He was passionate about the love of his life, Kay D.,
-nesota Vikings and chocolate malts. He will be missed so very much and will be remembered for his great zest for life. A Celebration of Life Memorial Tribute took place on Wednesday, May 15, at Lakeside Community Lutheran Church, Webster. Private interment will occur at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Spooner.
Arrangements entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster. Online condolences can be offered at swedberg-taylor.com
Memorials preferred to: Crex Meadows, crexmead-ows.org, a 30,000-acre state-owned wildlife refuge in Burnett County, a utopia of wildlife and a paradise for bird-watchers, botanists, hunters and explorers, 715-463-
from home” for families of veterans and active duty sol-ders receiving medical care with over 60 homes in the country located near VA Medical Centers and on mili-tary installations, 612-467-5602. Webster Schools Athletic Department, webster.k12.wi.us, Webster Schools strive to provide a well-rounded education along with extra-curricular activities such as athletics to provide many positive experiences in addition to the classroom, 715-866-4391. Also the American Heart Association, heart.org, and American Cancer Society, cancer.org.
Patricia A. Anderson
Patricia A. Anderson, 67, Danbury, died May 10, 2013. Patricia was born in Dover, Del., on Sept. 11, 1945, to Wil-liam and Margaret Timmons.
She is survived by her son, Jerry (Chris) Tiller; sister, Connie (Chuck) Houman; grandchildren, Ashley and Nick; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents.A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June
22, 2013, at 1 p.m., at Houman’s. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home. Online condolences can be made at swedberg-taylor.com
Esther Edith Prokop
Esther Prokop, 87, of St. Croix Falls, passed away on Monday, May 13, 2013 at the St. Croix Good Samaritan Center in St. Croix Falls.
The funeral service for Esther will be on Monday, May 20, at 11 a.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church in St. Croix Falls.
Visitation for Esther will be held on Sunday, May 19, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church and again on Monday one hour prior to the service at the church.
She will be laid to rest at the Milltown Cemetery in Milltown, Wisconsin on Monday afternoon. For full information, please visit kol-stadfamilyfuneralhome.com
The Kolstad Family Funeral Home of Centuria has been entrusted with arrangements.
Shirley M. Kellogg
Shirley M. Kellogg (nee Smith) of Columbia Heights, Minn., passed away Feb. 3, 2013, at the age of 82. She was preceded in death by husband, John Kellogg; and son, Donald Kellogg; parents, Warren and Leah Smith; and three brothers, Lyle, Grover and Gordon Smith. She is survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. A grave-side service will be held at the Lorain Cemetery in Clam Falls on Saturday, May 18, at 11 a.m.
Kathleen Ann Leonhardi
Kathleen Ann Leonhardi, 58, Danbury, died May 10, 2013, after a year battle with cancer.
She is survived by her husband, Bruce Leonhardi; chil-dren, Chuck, Joseph and Sarah Hadro; mother, Gladys; sisters, Connie, Suzie, Mary, Judy and Amy; and brother, John.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Gerald E. (Jerry) Nelson
Gerald E. (Jerry) Nelson, 81, a longtime resident of Siren, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2013, at Burnett Medical Continu-ing Care Center and under the care of Regional Hospice.
Jerry was born Aug. 14, 1931, in Kloten, N. D., to Carl and Beatrice Nelson.
Jerry was united in marriage to Lo-retta (Johnson) of Grey Eagle, Minn., on Oct. 8, 1952, in St. Cloud, Minn. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1952 and was deployed to Korea from 1953 to 1954. Shortly after returning, they moved to Grand Rapids, Minn., where he discovered his
-ter, seaplane, instructor, etc). In 1964, he and his family moved to Siren where he was employed as a pilot in-specting power lines for Burnett County Flying Service. Gerald and Loretta eventually purchased and ran this
base operators of the Burnett County Airport.
He and Loretta enjoyed spontaneous “road trip adven-tures” to various parts of the country. Jerry was a long-time member of Bethany Lutheran Church and served
many years. Jerry found joy in simple pleasures - mak-ing people laugh, a good smoke of his pipe, an afternoon nap, a shrimp and baked potato dinner, a drive along the North Shore, and his favorite was spending time with his family.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Loretta, of nearly 61 years; three children, Christine, Tim (Margo Melting-Nelson) and Tom; precious grandsons, Joshua and Lucas; sister, Jane Baker; brothers, Robert and Edward (Buzz); many relatives and friends.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents and daugh-ter-in-law, Kris (Tenley) Nelson.
A funeral service will be held Friday, May 17, at 11 a.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church in Siren, with visi-tation one hour prior to the service. Interment, with military honors, to follow at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Spooner. A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 16, at Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Siren Chapel from 5 to 7 p.m. Ar-rangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home, Siren. Online condolences can be made at swedberg-taylor.com. Memorials preferred in lieu of
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Dad’s distance may bemore damaging to
son than he realizesQ: My father didn’t offer me much in
the way of affection or emotional sup-port, and I’m implementing this same style of fathering with my boy. Though I realize this approach might be softened, I’m convinced it will ultimately make him tough and spur him on to achieve more than he otherwise would. What do you think?
Jim: As an orphan who grew up with-
the hard way how critical the demonstra-tion of love and compassion is to effec-tive fathering. Many men don’t realize how desperately their sons need their
Boys even need a certain amount of ap-propriate physical touch from their dads. There is a tendency among some fathers to withhold emotion, tenderness and approval in their interactions with their sons. I’d caution you, though, that this approach can be destructive and damag-ing.
Just as dangerous is the impulse to in-sist that he share all of your interests and grow up to be “just like dad.” You can
communicate genuine love for your son and validate his manhood by encourag-ing him to follow his natural bent and develop his own unique God-given tal-ents. If he’s a born musician, don’t force him to play football. Or if he’d rather turn a wrench than crack a book, don’t expect him to become a Rhodes Scholar.
It’s all well and good to talk about the importance of being strong and learning to overcome obstacles. But I’d suggest that life is capable of giving your son all the adversity he needs without any help from you. Your role is to get on his team and help him face the opposition with
-sure, stand beside him as an encourager, comforter, cheerleader and friend.
•••Q: My friend and her husband are di-
vorcing, and she’s asked my husband to provide counseling and advice. I think she should be getting support from an-other woman, but he feels he should help
her. What do you think?Dr. Greg Smalley, executive director
of marriage and family formation: Your question reminds me of a story I read
who had been charged with caring for -
ing the 9/11 tragedy. Sadly, although they had accepted the assignment with honorable intentions, within two years up to a dozen had left their wives and families for the women they were asked to help support.
The point: Even if your husband is gifted with unusual wisdom, and even if your friend genuinely values his opinion, it’s still vital to maintain proper bound-aries in marriage. To put it more bluntly, you and your husband need to protect your own relationship. As we see it, the kind of help your friend needs requires a level of intimacy and trust that simply isn’t appropriate between a woman and a man who isn’t her spouse. A mature, wise and caring woman would be in a far stronger position to relate to all that she’s experiencing at this moment. If she really wants his input, invite her to come over and talk with the two of you sometime.
One last thought before closing. As a man of integrity and good sense, your husband needs to realize that he earned this good reputation by setting reason-
able boundaries. If he wants to hold on to it, he’s going to have to maintain those boundaries and keep those fences in good repair. Our advice to both of you is to get on the same team and do every-thing you can to prevent this from driv-ing a wedge between you.
•••Jim Daly is president of Focus on the Fam-
ily, host of the “Focus on the Family” radio
program, and a husband and father of two.
Dr. Juli Slattery is a licensed psychologist,
co-host of “Focus on the Family,” author
of several books, and a wife and mother of
three. Submit your questions to: FocusOn-
TheFamily.com. Copyright 2012 Focus on
the Family, Colorado Springs, CO 80995.
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DAEFFLER’S QUALITY MEATS, INC.
Wholesale & Retail Meats Custom Butchering &
Processing Phone 715-327-4456
INTER-COUNTY COOPERATIVE PUBLISHING ASSOCIATION Printers & Publishers
Office Supplies Frederic, Wis. - 715-327-4236
Shell Lake, Wis. - 715-468-2314 Siren, Wis. - 715-349-2560
Serving Polk & Burnett Counties “Use Energy Wisely”
CARLSON-ROWE FUNERAL HOME
Frederic, Wis. - 715-327-4475
BASS LAKE LUMBER • Complete Line of
Building Supplies & Lumber • Cabot’s Stains
Grantsburg, Wis. 715-488-2471 or 715-327-8766
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1988 World Champion Cheesemaker Earl Wilson, Cheese Plant Mgr. Dan Dowling, Ag. Supply Mgr. for Feed, Propane & Fertilizer
Alpha, Wis. 715-689-2468 715-689-2467
CASHCO BUILDING SUPPLIES
Complete Lumber & Building Supplies
Phone 715-866-4238 Hwy. 35 N.
Webster, Wis. Tom & Becky O’Brien, Owners
HOPKINS SAND & GRAVEL, INC.
Sand, Gravel, Ready-Mix, Concrete, Black Dirt, Dozer Work,
Landscaping & Septic Tanks Installed
Hwy. 35 North Webster, Wis.
Phone 715-866-4157 M.P.R.S. #03059
SWEDBERG-TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME
Webster, Wis. Phone 715-866-7131
VAN METER’S MEATS Government Inspected
Slaughtering and Processing, Sausage making
• Ham & Bacon Cured & Smoked Sides and Quarters of Beef and
Pork Available Old-fashioned Fresh Meat Counter
Tim Van Meter and Ross Anderson, Owners
Luck, WI 54853 Plant 715-472-2141
CUSHING COOPERATIVE
SOCIETY Feed Mill - Grain Dept.
Cushing, Wis. 715-648-5215
OLSEN & SON Your Full-Service Drugstore
Siren, Wis. Phone 715-349-2221
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10022 Elbow Lake Road Siren, Wis. 54872
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My great-grandfather and his new wife were lighthouse keepers for
a year at a light near Bar Harbor, Maine. His tenure happened to be near the end of the Civil War at a time when light keepers had the added duty of watching for enemy ships that might come ashore. During war and peace alike, however, every keeper’s most important duty was
to make sure the windows remained clear so ships could see the light shining through them. Back then, the lights were fueled by whale oil or other kinds of oil. The burning oil caused a buildup of soot and smudge on the glass prisms of the light and on the windows surrounding the lantern room. Later, kerosene was used—a much cleaner fuel, but not so clean as to disband the daily chore of cleaning the glass.
All keepers had to adhere to a man-ual demanding that absolutely nothing should hinder them from cleaning the windows. In case of illness, accident, or even death, a keeper’s wife or assistant must assume that duty.
Followers of Christ are like lighthouse keepers. Jesus said, in Matthew 5:14-16:
“You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.”
As Christians, we must shine our
a sea of despair, lost in an ocean of self-
keepers who must keep their windows clean, we need to keep our lives free from the dirty smudges of sin that hin-der us from shining brightly for Christ. That takes regular self-examination and repentance—with diligence and perse-
verance—to remove the smudges. Noth-ing should keep us from being the bright light God requires of us, a light that will draw others to him. With a pure heart, we need to show love constantly, doing good while praising and thanking God even in the midst of adversity. When we take our lighthousekeeping job seriously, we will be blessed with God’s peace and joy.
Lord, forgive us when we forget to ask you
to clean up the smudges of our spiritual light.
We want to shine brightly for you so others
our light-keeping task seriously, each day as
amen.
Mrs. Bair may be reached at sallybair@
gmail.com.
Smudge-free
Sally Bair
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CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST - GRANTSBURG Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Worship - 9 a.m.; Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.
DANBURY UNITED METHODIST 7520 Water St., 715-866-8646 Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.
GRACE UNITED - WEBSTER 26503 Muskey Ave., 715-866-8646 Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor, Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m., Sun. Worship - 10:30 a.m.
HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST [email protected] 1606 165th Ave., CTH I, Centuria Pastor Freddie Kirk, 715-485-3363 Sunday Worship - 8:30 a.m.
LAKEVIEW UNITED - HERTEL Pastor Jack Starr Wor. - 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - during worship hour
LEWIS MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST 3482 115th St., 715-866-8646 Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Worship 8:45 a.m.
McKINLEY UNITED METHODIST Pastor Annie Tricker Sun. Worship 11 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m. Potluck dinner 1st Sunday
OSCEOLA UNITED METHODIST osceolawiumc.org; [email protected] 306 River Street, Osceola, 715-755-2275 Pastor Kathy Huneywell Sunday Early Risers Class - 8:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship - 10 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st Sunday
ST. CROIX FALLS UNITED METHODIST Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship Serv. - 10 a.m.; Sunday School is at 9 a.m., Nursery available
ST. LUKE UNITED - FREDERIC 100 Linden Street, Frederic Pastor “Freddie” Kirk, 715-327-4436 Sun. Wor. 10:30 a.m.; Wed. Serv. 5:15 p.m.
SIREN UNITED METHODIST 24025 1st Ave. So., 715-866-8646 Rev. Gil White, Sr. Pastor Rev. Thomas Cook, Assoc. Pastor Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.; Wor. - 10:15 a.m. (Nursery available)
TAYLORS FALLS UNITED METHODIST 290 W. Government Street, 715-294-4436 Reverend Dr. Rolland Robinson Sunday Service - 10 a.m. with nursery Sunday School - Sept. - May at 10 a.m.
WOLF CREEK UNITED METHODIST Rev. Mike Weaver Sunday Worship - 8:15 a.m.
COVENANT
CALVARY COVENANT - ALPHA Pastor Scott Sagle, 715-689-2541 Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship 10:30 p.m.; Elevator provided, welcome
SIREN COVENANT Pastor Ken Sohriakoff 7686 Lofty Pines Drive, Siren, 715-349-5601 Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.
UNITED COVENANT - CLEAR LAKE Pastor Dan Pearson Sunday School 8:45 a.m.; Worship 10 a.m.
CATHOLIC
ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY Rev. William Brenna, 715-247-3310 255 St. Hwy. 35, East Farmington Mass Sunday 8:30 a.m.
CHURCH OF ST. JOSEPH Pastor - Father Frank Wampach 490 Bench St., Taylors Falls, 651-465-7345 Sat. Vigil 5:30 p.m.; Sun. 7:30 & 10:30 a.m. Tues. - Thurs. 7:30 a.m.
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP Danbury - 7586 St. Rd. 77, 715-866-7321 Pastor - Father Michael J. Tupa Mass - Sat. 4 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m. (Sept.-May). Reconciliation as per bulletin & by appt.
OUR LADY OF THE LAKES Balsam Lake Rev. John A. Drummy; Pastor - 715-405-2253 Mass: Sat. eves. 6 p.m.; Sun. 8:30 a.m.; Tues. 5:30 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.Sacrament of Reconciliation 7:30 a.m. Sun. or by appt.
SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS & MARY Pastor Father Michael J. Tupa CTHs A & H - 715-866-7321 Crescent Lake Voyager Village area. Mass Sun. 8 a.m., Thurs. 9:30 a.m. Reconciliation as per bulletin and by appt.
ST. DOMINIC - FREDERIC Fr. Louis Reddy, 715-327-8119 Mass: Sat. 4:30 p.m.; Sun. 10:30 a.m. Call the office for daily & holy day Mass times
ST. ANNE PARISH Rev. Andy Anderson, 715-247-3310 139 Church Hill Rd., Somerset Mass Sat. 5 p.m.; Sun. 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.; Tues., Wed., Thurs. & Fri. 9 a.m.
ALLIANCE CHURCH OF THE VALLEY 1259 Hwy. 35 S., St. Croix Falls Senior Pastor Gary Russell Sunday Worship: 9 & 11 a.m.
BIBLE FELLOWSHIP
WORD OF LIFE CHURCH Meeting in homes. Elder: Cliff Bjork, 715-755-3048 Sun. Fellowship - 10 a.m.; Wed. 7 p.m.
LUTHERAN
BALSAM LUTHERAN CHURCH 1115 Mains Crossing, 1/2 Mile South Hwy. 8 On 110th St.; Sun. Worship 9 a.m.; Sun. School 10:15 a.m.
BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN (WELS) Gene E. Jahnke, Pastor, 715-635-7672, Hm. 715-354-7787, Hwy. 70 at 53, Spooner Sun. Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School & Bible Classes For All - 10:45 a.m.
BETHANY LUTHERAN - BRANSTAD Pastor Jay Ticknor, 715-463-5746 3 miles So. of Grantsburg on Hwy. 87 Sun. Schl. - 9:30 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.
BETHANY LUTHERAN - SIREN Hwy. 35, 1/2 blk. N. Main St. Pastor Paul Peterson, Cell # 715-566-3758 Pastoral Serv. 715-349-5280 Sun. Worship - 8:30 a.m,; Sun. School 9:45 a.m.
BETHESDA LUTHERAN - DRESSER (LCMC) www.bethesdalutheran.ws Pastor Peter Rimmereid, 715-755-2562 1947 110th Ave., Dresser Sun. Contemporary Service 8:30 a.m.; Education Hr. 9:40 a.m.; Traditional Service 10:45 a.m.;
BONE LAKE LUTHERAN [email protected] Pastor Mary Ann Bowman, 5 mi. E. of Luck on Hwy. 48, 1/2 mi. S. on I; Office - 715-472-2535 Pastor - 715-472-8153, 9 a.m. Adult Bible Study; 10:30 a.m. Worship; 11:30 a.m. Fellowship Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays
CHRIST LUTHERAN (LCMS) Pipe Lake CTH G & T, 715-822-3096 Pastor Steve Miller Sun. Serv. 10:45 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m. during schl. yr.; Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sun. christlutheranpipelake.com
CLAM FALLS LUTHERAN (AALC) Pastor Gary Rokenbrodt, 218-371-1335 715-327-4461 Worship 9 a.m.; Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Communion 1st Sun.
FAITH LUTHERAN - BALSAM LAKE [email protected] Pastor Diane Norstad 715-485-3800; CTH I & Mill Street Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 10:40 a.m.; Holy Communion 1st & last Sundays
FAITH LUTHERAN - GRANTSBURG Mark Hendrickson, Interim Pastor, 715-463-5388 Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School 10:45 a.m.
FIRST EVAN. LUTHERAN 561 Chestnut St., Taylors Falls, MN 651-465-5265 Trad. Wor. - 8:30 a.m.; Cont. Wor. - 11 a.m.
FIRST LUTHERAN - CUSHING Pastor Dorothy Sandahl, cushingparish.org 715-648-5323 or 715-648-5324 Sun. Wor. 9 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.
GEORGETOWN LUTHERAN - ELCA 877 190th Ave., CTH G, Balsam Lake, WI (Fox Creek) Pastor Neal Weltzen; GT Office - 715-857-5580, Parsonage - 715-822-3001, TR Office - 715-822-3001 Wor. Serv. 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:30 a.m.; Holy Communion - 1st & 3rd Sun. of each month
GRACE LUTHERAN - WEST SWEDEN Phone 715-327-4340, 715- 416-3086 , 715-327-8384, Pastor Theresa Riewestahl Worship 9:15 a.m.; Sun. School 10:30 a.m. Communion - 1st & 2nd Sundays
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN - FREDERIC (Missouri Synod) Pastor Jody R. Walter - 715-327-8608 Sun. Schl. - 8:45 a.m.; Service - 10:30 a.m. Communion - 1st, 3rd & 5th Sun.
LAKESIDE COMMUNITY LUTH. - ELCA CTH H, 1/2 mi. N. of CTH A & H on H Church Off. 715-635-7791; Pastor Bill Schroeder (June-Aug.) Sun. Worship 9 a.m. w/communion (Sept.-May) Sun. Worship 10 a.m. w/communion; Sun. Schl. 9 a.m.
REDEEMER EV. LUTHERAN (Wisconsin Synod) Pastor Gene DeVries 200 N. Adams St., St. Croix Falls Sun. Wor. - 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. - 8:30 a.m.
ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN (Wis. Synod) 350 Michigan Ave., Centuria Sunday Worship - 10:45 a.m.; Sunday School - 10 a.m.
ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN - LCMC 1614 CTH B, North Luck, Pastor Rob Lubben Sunday Worship - 9 a.m. Contact Leslie Valentine, 715-646-2390; Email: [email protected]
SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN (Missouri Synod) 140 Madison St. South, St. Croix Falls Pastor Mark K. Schoen Sun. Service - 9 a.m.; Sun.School - 10:30 a.m.
WEST DENMARK LUTHERAN Pastors Mike & Linda Rozumalski 1 mi. west of Luck on N, 2478 170th St., Luck Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m. Fellowship 11 a.m.
WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN - ELCA Rev. Rexford D. Brandt 447 180th St., Osceola, 715-294-2936 Sept. 16, 2012 - June 2, 2013 Sun. Wor. 8 & 10:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 9:15 a.m.; Communion first & third Sunday of the month
YELLOW LAKE LUTHERAN 1/2 mi. W. of Hwy. 35 on U, 715-866-8281, Pastors Douglas Olson, Roger Kampstra, Myron Carlson and Danny Wheeler Services begin at 9:30 a.m.; Communion 1st & 3rd Sunday
ZION LUTHERAN - BONE LAKE (LCMC) 5 miles E. of Frederic on W, 2 miles south on I; Church: 715-472-8660 Pastor Mike Fisk, 715-417-0692 Sunday Schl. 9:30 a.m.; Wor. 10:30 a.m. Communion - 1st Sunday
ZION LUTHERAN - EAST FARMINGTON (WELS ) Pastor Martin Weigand - 715-294-3489 Sunday Wor. 8 & 10 a.m.; Thursday Wor. 7 p.m. Communion - 1st & Last Sunday
ZION LUTHERAN - MARKVILLE Pastor Tim Faust Worship - 11 a.m.; Sunday School - 10 a.m. Holy Communion - 1st & 3rd Sunday
ZION LUTHERAN - TRADE LAKE Pastor Theresa Riewestahl 715-327-8384, 715-416-3086 Fellowship - 10:30 a.m., Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m., Communion - 1st & 2nd Sundays
PRESBYTERIAN
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN Rev. Bruce Brooks - 715-483-3550 719 Nevada St. , (between Simonson & Tower Roads) , St. Croix Falls Worship - 10 a.m. (Nursery provided) Sunday School - Child.- 9 a.m.; Sunday School - Adults - 8:45 a.m.; Communion 1st Sunday
METHODIST
ATLAS UNITED METHODIST Pastor Carolyn Saunders, 715-463-2624 Sunday School - 11 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.
ST. FRANCIS XAVIER Pastor Father Frank Wampach, 651-465-7345 25293 Redwing Ave., Shafer, MN Sunday 9 a.m.
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST Pastor Father Michael J. Tupa, 715-866-7321 Cedar & Muskey Ave. - Webster Mass Sun 10 a.m., Wed. 5:30 p.m. (Sept.-May), Fri. 9 a.m. (Summer)
ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC 1050 North Keller Ave., Amery, 715-268-7717 Father John Drummy, Pastor Sat. Mass 4 p.m., Sun. Mass 10:30 a.m. Mass Wed. & Thurs. 9 a.m.
ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC Rev. William Brenna 255 E. 10th Ave., Osceola, 715-294-2243 Masses: Sat. 4 p.m.; Sun. 10:30 a.m.
ASSEMBLY
CENTURIA ASSEMBLY OF GOD Pastor Don Wiltshire, 715-640-6400 Centuria - Phone 715-646-2172 Sunday Service: 10 a.m.
OSCEOLA COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Larry Mederich, 715-294-4332 occconnect.org Mtg. @ St. Croix Art Barn; Sun. Serv. - 9 a.m. Nursery and children’s church
SIREN ASSEMBLY OF GOD Pastor Andrew Bollant Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Morn. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Supervised Nursery; Wed. Evening - Worship Serv. 6:30 p.m.
EVANGELICAL
APPLE RIVER COMMUNITY (EFCA) Pastor Bruce Tanner, 942 U.S. Hwy. 8, Amery, 715-268-2176 Sun. Schl. 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m.
CROSSWALK COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Greg Lund, 715-327-8767 700 Churchwood Lane; 505 Old CTH W, Frederic Sunday School - 9 a.m.; Morning Worship - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services
HOPE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH 933 248th St., Osceola Pastor Dave Williams Morn. Wor. 10 a.m.; Sun. Schl. Sept.-May 8:45 a.m. Children’s Church & Nursery provided
TRADE RIVER EVANGELICAL FREE Pastor Dale VanDeusen, 715-488-2296 or 715-488-2653 20296 Hwy. 87, Grantsburg Morning Wor. 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Schl. 10:45 a.m.; Nursery provided for all services
BAPTIST
EAST BALSAM BAPTIST - BALSAM LK. 1816 108th St., CTH I Pastor Gabe Brennan, 715-857-5411 eastbalsam.org Wor. Service - 9 a.m.; Sun. School-10:30 a.m.
EUREKA BAPTIST 2393 210th Ave., St. Croix Falls Pastor Willis Christenson, 715-483-9464 Sun. School - 10 a.m.; Wor. Service - 11 a.m.
FAITH FELLOWSHIP Hwy. 35 and CTH N., Luck Bill McEachern Pastor, 715-485-3973 Sun. Bible study - 9 a.m.; Sun. Wor. - 10 a.m.
FIRST BAPTIST - AMERY 131 Broadway St., 715-268-2223; fbcamery.org; Email: [email protected] Reg. office hours: Tues.-Thurs. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Pastor Charlie Butt, Lead Pastor; Nick Buda, Associate Pastor Sun. Serv.: 9 a.m.; All ages Sun. Schl. 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; Nursery available
FIRST BAPTIST - FALUN 715-689-2125 or 715-689-2156 Brian Krause, Lead Pastor Steve Ward, Assoc. Pastor of Visitation Sun. School (all ages) 9:30 a.m.; Church Serv. 10:45 a.m.; Nursery provided
FIRST BAPTIST - MILLTOWN Pastor Marlon Mielke, 715-825-3186 Assoc. Pastor Dan Mielke Sunday Schl. 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m., 7 p.m.
FIRST BAPTIST - TAYLORS FALLS, MN Located across from elemen. school on West St., Pastor, Dr. Kevin Schumann; 651-465-7171 Sun. Morn. - Sun. School for all ages - 9 a.m. Morn. Worship - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided.
FIRST BAPTIST - WEBSTER Church Phone 715-866-4111 Pastor Tim Quinn Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Worship - 10:45 a.m (Nursery provided)
GRACE CHURCH OF OSCEOLA “The Cure for the Common Church” 722 Seminole Ave., Osceola Pastor Dr. Kent Haralson; 715-294-4222 or 715-755-3454; [email protected] Sun.: Praise & Worship Serv. 9 am., Adult Bible Study 10:45 a.m., Children’s Sun. School 10:45 a.m.
GRACE BAPTIST - GRANTSBURG 716 S. Robert St., Grantsburg, 715-463-5699 Sr. Pastor Brad Moore George Selbher, Assoc. Pastor Sun. Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m.
LIVING HOPE CHURCH Pastor Doug McConnell Youth Pastor Chris Radtke At Grantsburg High School, 715-463-5794 Sun. Serv. 9:30 a.m.; Sun. Schl. 11 a.m.
TRADE LAKE BAPTIST Pastor David Prince 715-327-8402 Sun. Schl. - 9:15 a.m.; Wor. Serv. - 10:15 a.m.; Nursery provided.; tradelakebaptistchurch.org
CHURCH OF CHRIST
CHURCH OF CHRIST - WEBSTER Minister Garret Derouin, 715-866-7157 Musky & Birch St., Avail. in office 9 a.m. - noon, Tues.-Fri.; Sun. Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m.
WESLEYAN
WOODLAND WESLEYAN Dairyland - Rev. Andrea Wittwer 715-244-3649 Sunday School - 10 a.m.; Worship - 11 a.m.
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WOOD RIVER CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Pastor Dan Slaikeu 4 mi. SE of Grantsburg on Williams Rd. Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m.
HOPE FELLOWSHIP OF SOMERSET 231 Bluff Drive, 715-247-2435 Services are Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
CHRISTIAN CENTER
EL SALEM/TWIN FALLS CHRISTIAN CENTER 1751 100th Ave., Dresser Sun. School 9:30 a.m.; Morning Wor. 10:30 a.m. Evening Services Sun. 6 p.m.; Wed. 7 p.m. Call Pastor Darryl Olson at 715-755-3133 for information and directions
HOLY CROSS ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN Meeting at Zion Lutheran Church, 28005 Old Towne Rd., Chisago City, MN; holyx.net Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m.
NAZARENE
CALVARY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 510 S. Vincent, St. Croix Falls Pastor Tom Reaume, 715-483-3696 Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:45 a.m. & Wed. 6:30 p.m.
FAITH COMMUNITY 7535 Peet St., Danbury, 715-656-4010 Adult Bible Serv. 9 a.m.; Services: Sun. 10 a.m.; Sunday School during church service.
NONDENOMINATIONAL
CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN CHURCH 2390 CTH A, 1/8 mi. east of A&H intersection Pastor Tryg Wistad, 715-635-9222 [email protected] Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.
NEW LIFE COMMUNITY - AMERY Interim Pastor Craig Jorgenson Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Children’s Church: K to 6th Grade
NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY 201 Hwy. 35, Dresser (formerly The Boulevard) Pastor Tony Minell, 715-417-1982; Office 715-417-0945 Sunday Wor. 9:30 a.m.; Nursery available.
NEW WINE CHURCH - CENTURIA 309 5th Street, , 715-338-2751 Pastor Scott Petznick Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday School 9 a.m.
NORTHERN PINES QUAKER MEETING 715-866-5016 or 715-733-0480 for time of meeting
OSCEOLA MEDICAL CENTER SPIRITUAL CENTER 2600 65th Ave., Osceola, 715-294-5645 Chaplain Alan Hagstrom [email protected] MyOmc.org/specialtyserv 1chapel.php Monthly 10-min. chapel service Thurs. 11 a.m., noon & 1 p.m.
ST. CROIX UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sunday, 10 a.m. in the St. Croix Falls Library community room.
INTERDENOMINATIONAL
RIVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN 1289 160th St. (Hwy. 65), St. Croix Falls, 715-483-5378 Senior Pastors Paul and Sonja Hanson Sunday Adult Bible Class 9 a.m. Worship and Children’s Sunday Schl. 10 a.m.
ST. PETER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH “Faith on Purpose” (Love God, Love People...period) faithonpurpose.org CTH F, Dresser, 715-553-1800, Pastor Rick VanGundy Sunday Worship 10 a.m.
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FREDERIC - The Frederic Elementary School traveled into St. Paul for their all-school thematic unit to attend a play called “Heartbeat of a Drum” at The Stepping Stone
Japan where the taiko drums are a central part of life, but only boys are allowed to play them. But when the village is under attack, it is a young girl who is brave enough to buck tradition and save the day. The actors in the play are young students from the metropolitan area and most had never played the drum before. The play
was an excellent “being there” experience for the Frederic students and a lot of fun.
On the way home from the play, the group stopped at Franconia Sculpture Park in Taylors Falls, Minn., for lunch and explored the sculptures. This was all made possible with funds from Polk-Burnett Operation Round-Up and the work of the Frederic Elementary PTO. Thanks to everyone that helped make this possible.
To conclude the unit of study, the Frederic El-ementary students will be parading in Frederic on Thursday, May 16, to showcase all they have learned. The parade will start at 1:30 p.m. from the elementary school, down Lake Street south to the fountain, west on Oak Street (Main) with a stop in front of Comforts of Home, then continue on Oak with a stop at the depot. Come out and see the parade. - from Frederic Elementary School
Frederic students visit Stepping Stone Theatre
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by Jean KoelzLeader staff writer
WEBSTER—Choir director and cross-country coach Jim Muus announced his retirement at the annual spring concert on Friday, May 10. Muus thanked a number of people including long-time accompa-nist Julie Macke, former band director Dan Zimmer and Zimmer’s wife, Mary (who still do quite a bit of volunteer work for the music department), band director Julie Strang, all the teachers and adminis-trative staff, Muus’ wife Terese and two daughters, the parents and the students.
“I’m so thankful that I got to work with such great people,” Muus said, “people I call my friends.” He expressed his grati-tude to parents, especially for all the care that was shown to him after his stroke a few years back.
Some of those people came up to honor Muus. Zimmer worked with Muus for 23 years, and he said, “There was never a problem between us. I can’t think of any-one better to work with.” Macke honored Muus for his work with the band as well as the many contributions he’s made to the community, including his work with the community choir at Christmas time, his performances with the men’s quartet Harmonic Balance, and his many years
spent coaching distance runners in track and cross country. Strang added a unique perspective as someone who grew up as a student under Muus’ direction to become a co-worker. The choir serenaded Muus with one of his favorites, “Candle on the Water” from the movie “Pete’s Dragon.”
In a prepared farewell message, Muus said “I just try every year to make a dif-ference in the students’ lives and give them an experience that they’ll look back on and be thankful for.” He said the best way to express his feelings about his ex-perience at Webster was for the choir to perform the song “For Good.” He asked audience members to listen carefully to the words, and said “I’ve been changed for good by being here.”
The lyrics include this message, “It well may be that we will never meet again in this lifetime. So let me say before we part, so much of me is made from what I learned from you. You’ll be with me like a handprint on my heart.” The standing ovation was the audience’s way of saying, “The feeling is mutual, Jim.”
Webster High School spring pop concert full of surprisesby Jean Koelz
Leader staff writer
-ergy songs, “celebrity” guests, and tearful goodbyes marked Webster High School’s spring concert, an event that is always a little more casual and a lot more fun than other concerts during the school year. Audience members sit at tables and are served popcorn and punch while students wear brightly colored clothes and wacky accessories in place of the traditional band uniforms or choir robes. Students take a more active role in music selection, too, which makes for a good mix of Top 40 and classic hits. And to keep the mood light, a good bit of theater is thrown in, including skits and slide shows. In between num-bers, choir director Jim Muus and band director Julie Strang acknowledge student achievements, say goodbye to departing seniors and dispense awards. Tradition-ally, the show ends with a misty-eyed student gesture of appreciation for their directors.
This year’s concert was Friday, May 10. The Webster choir performed Colbie Caillat’s “Brighter than the Sun,” “Only Hope” from the movie “A Walk to Re-member,” “Jar of Hearts,” and an ambi-tious version of Fun’s “Some Nights,” featuring multiple solos. Prior to the last number, Muus announced his retirement to the audience and took the opportunity to thank a number of people (see sepa-rate article), then had the choir perform “For Good” from the Broadway musical “Wicked” as a way to express his feelings about his experience at Webster.
Band members channeled celebrities including Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel
and the Blues Brothers to help announce the jazz band’s performance of “Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out” and the high school band’s version of Joel’s “My Life” and “Only the Good Die Young,” along with a medley of Leiber and Stoller hits, and a Blues Brothers revue. Director Strang awarded band letters and presented se-nior Matt Smith with the Outstanding Band Student Award. Senior and valedic-torian Darren Deal was unable to partici-pate in the concert due to an injury, which was a double disappointment because the band was to perform one of his original compositions and Deal was also given the John Phillip Sousa Award. The Sousa Award recognizes superior musicianship, dependability, loyalty and cooperation.
Webster choir director Jim Muus retires after 33 years
Photos by Jean Koelz
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• Autism support group at the government center, 7 p.m.• Polk-Burnett Bee Association meeting at the justice center, 7 p.m., 715-327-5525.
St. Croix Falls• Diabetes support group at the medical center, 6-8 p.m., 715-483-0431.
Webster• Second Harvest food distribution at Connections, noon-5 p.m.• Author Carolyn Wedin at the library, 7 p.m., 715-866-7697. • 5th- to 8th-grade concert, 7 p.m.
Centuria• Thrift sale at Holy Trinity Methodist Church on CTH I, Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-noon.
Milltown• 4-H fundraiser sale at 1842 170th St., 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Webb Lake• Community Club rummage sale and Sat. lunch at the town hall, 8:30 a.m.-?.
Balsam Lake• Rescheduled: Pre-K & kindergarten registration at Unity. RSVP at 715-825-2101 ext. 3500.
Milltown• Jefferson - LaFollette - Dueholm Dinner at the com-munity center, 5:30 p.m., 715-557-1127.
Siren• Syren Lilacfest, communitywide sales, breakfast and farmers market, 715-349-8399, 800-788-3164.• Siren Covenant Church plant & garage sale, 8 a.m.
Spooner• Master gardeners plant sale at the Ag Research Sta-tion, 8 a.m., wimastergardener.org.
St. Croix Falls• Vendors for Veterans Fundraiser & Shopping Expo at the Legion, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 715-825-4352.
• Bird walk at Interstate Park, 7-9 p.m., 715-483-3747.
Trade Lake• Round/Trade Lake Improvement Association monthly meeting at the Trade Lake Town Hall, 9 a.m.
Turtle Lake• Spring market day in Village Park, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 715-986-4239.
Webster• Graduation at the high school, 2 p.m.
Amery• at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., 715-268-2792/6502.
Frederic• Baccalaureate service at the high school performance center, 7 p.m.
Grantsburg• Graduation at the high school, 2 p.m.
Luck• Graduation at the high school, 1 p.m.
St. Croix Falls• “Why Mid and Post Tribulation Rapture Can’t Happen,” at the library, 6:30-8 p.m., Paul Van Noy, www.candlelightfellowship.org.• Breakfast at Legion Post 143, 8 a.m.-noon.
Centuria• American Legion Adolph Timm Post 346 meets at 6:30 p.m.
Falun• Bread distribution at Trinity Lutheran Church, 3-6 p.m.
Frederic• UW - Superior Chamber Strings & Percussion En-semble concert at the high school, 7 p.m., 715-327-4223.
Luck• Polk County Genealogy Society basic class at the museum, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Webster• Webster/Siren After 5 Meeting at First Baptist Church, 6:30 p.m. RSVP at 715-259-7416.
Amery• Sjoland Lodge 5-635, Sons of Norway will meet at First Lutheran Church, 6:30 p.m. Note time change.
Danbury• Dairyland Outdoor Veterans Retreat meeting at Fish-bowl, 7 p.m. Frederic• Tuesday Chat monthly session at the senior center for caregivers. Topic: dementia, 12:30-2 p.m., 877-485-2372, adrcnwwi.org. Grantsburg• Stonecroft Christian Women’s meeting at the senior center, 9 a.m., 715-689-2988 for reservations.
Luck• Ruby’s Pantry at Home & Away Ministries. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. $15 cash donation appreciated. Distribution noon-1 p.m., 715-472-2535.
Milltown• The Compassionate Friends Chapter of the North-woods meets at Milltown Lutheran Church, 7 p.m., 715-553-1152, compassionatefriends.org.• Community blood drive at the Milltown Lutheran Church, 12:30-6:30 p.m., 715-472-2445.
St. Croix Falls• Free health talk at the medical center, topic: Are my feelings normal? 5:30-6:30 p.m., scrmc.org, 800-828-3627.• Seminar on arthritis at the senior center, noon, 715-483-1901.
Webster• Burnett County Democrats meeting at Whitetail Wil-derness Resort. Dinner 6 p.m., meeting 7-9 p.m.
Centuria• Community blood drive at Fristad Lutheran Church, noon-6 p.m., 715-646-2361.
Grantsburg• Hazardous waste collection at the fairgrounds, 10 a.m.-noon, 715-635-2197.
Webster• Consider the Conversation at St. John’s Catholic Church, 7 p.m.• Hazardous waste collection at the fairgrounds, 2:30-4:30 p.m., 715-635-2197.
Frederic• Blood drives at St. Luke Methodist Church. Thurs. 1- 7 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 715-327-8951/8972.
Amery• Lyme disease support group meeting at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 7 p.m., 715-268-2856
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AA &/or AlAnon, Polk & Burnett counties, 715-931-8262 for time/location. Amery, 715-268-8431, meetings.inthe-
roomscom.Every Monday
Indianhead Barbershop Chorus meets at the Balsam Lake old courthouse, 7:30 p.m., 715-483-9202.
Baby and Me class - Amery Medical Center, 1-2 p.m.Moms in Prayer, First Baptist, Amery, 1:30-2:30 p.m.,
715-268-5408.Play group for children and caretakers at the Burnett
County Family Resource Center, 10 - 11:30 a.m.Open Topic support group, 6:30 p.m. Call for location,
800-261-7233, Polk County.Christian 12-Step Recovery group at Faith Lutheran
Church, Balsam Lake, 7-8 p.m., 715-566-4215.Every Tuesday
Bingo - Burnett County Moose Lodge, Siren, 6 p.m.Sexual assault support group, Polk County, 800-261-
7233 for location, 6:30-7:30 p.m.Domestic violence and sexual assault support
group, 5:15 p.m. Call for location, 800-261-7233, Bur-nett County.
Every WednesdayFree playtime with your toddler at Our Lady of the Lakes
Catholic Church,10-11:30 a.m.,715-557-0630.
Every ThursdayThe Latch breastfeeding support group at the St.
Croix Regional Medical Center, 10:30 a.m.-noon, 715-483-0576.
Play group for children and caretakers at the Burnett County Family Resource Center, 10-11:30 a.m.
Every FridayDomestic violence support group, 10-11 a.m. Call
for location, 800-261-7233, Polk County.Every Saturday
AA meets at the West Denmark Lutheran Church, rural Luck, 9 - 10 a.m.
