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Tribune Press Reporter 1 $ 00 www.DeWittMedia.com Volume 126, Number 20 Glenwood City, Wisconsin 54013 Wednesday, January 21, 2015 Fire damages storage building at Misty Meadows Wood Products GLENWOOD CITY — Fire damaged the large chipped wood storage building at the Misty Meadows Wood Products Company located on Glenwood City’s Seventh Street last Tuesday evening. The 24,000 square foot steel storage building is part of the company’s chipping and wood drying facility that chips wood logs into material for animal bedding and other products. The facility is located just west of the Glenwood City Schools complex. The Glenwood City Fire Department was called to the facility shortly after seven Tuesday evening, January 13 and the first arriving company could see that the piles of wood chips were on fire. One firefighter described the fire as charcoal in an outside grill glowing red hot. Heavy smoke and cold weather hampered firefighting activities. The MABAS (Mutual Aid Box Alarm System) went into effect and that brought more nearly 90 firefighters and EMS personnel and several pieces of fire fighting equipment from 17 area fire departments. It took several hours before firefighters were able to drown the flames and clear smoke out before they could enter the building. Firefighters had to remove some of the steel siding from the west side of the building to get at hot spots. Glenwood City fire chief Greg Holden reported that firefighters and equipment from Boyceville, United Fire (Woodville, Baldwin and Hammond), New Richmond, Menomonie, Clear Lake, Elmwood, Spring Valley, Elk Mound, Colfax, Roberts, Hudson, and Deer Park helped the Glenwood City Fire Department battle the blaze. Aerials units from Baldwin and Menomonie were also called to assist while engines from Glenwood City, United Fire and Boyceville were used to supply water to firefighters. Many of the other fire departments provided tenders (water) trucks. EMS units from Glenwood City, Baldwin, and Boyceville and the St. Croix County Mobile Communication’s vehicle were also called to the scene. Glenwood City Police assisted with security and traffic control. Fire officials were concerned that the need for water for fighting the fire might overload the Glenwood City’s water utility so water was trucked to the scene in tank trucks. Fortunately, the amount of water that was used did not overload the city’s system and it was reported that the utility had plenty of water in its storage facility. Chief Holden said that there were no injuries reported during the seven hours that firefighters spent on the scene. John Logghe, owner of the company, stated that approximately 100 tons of chipped wood were lost to the fire. Logghe hoped that the firm could be up a running again by the weekend. Bonding Could Total $9.24 Million Fire Please see pg 2 HEAVY SMOKE poured from the Misty Meadow Wood Products’ chipped wood/sawdust storage building on Glenwood City’s Seventh Street early Tuesday evening, January 13 as nearly 100 firefighters from 17 area departments battled the fire for seven hours despite the thick smoke and single-digit temperatures. Owner John Logghe estimated that nearly 100 tons of sawdust were destroyed in the fire which caused severe damage to the structure. But Misty Meadows was back in operation by the weekend. —photo by Shawn DeWitt School Board approves language for upcoming referendum By Kelsie Hoitomt GLENWOOD CITY — The Board of Education held a special meeting Monday night in regards to a referendum election on April 7. Board members Judy Achterhof, John Logghe, Lori Klinger, Lisa Kaiser, Jon Mrdutt and Charlotte Obermueller-Stout voted unanimously “yes” to pass two resolutions in regards to the referendum. These two resolutions will be on the ballot in April. Voters will have the option to vote yes for both resolutions, vote yes for only one or to vote no for all the above. Resolution number one that was approved was the initial resolution authorizing issuance of General Obligation Bonds in an amount not to exceed $4,740,000. The money is to go towards the upgrading of the HVAC system (heating, ventilating and air conditioning) in the elementary, roof replacement in the elementary, moving of both offices to the front entrances in regards to safety, fire alarm replacement, elementary traffic flow improvement, exterior lighting and technology upgrades. This resolution if approved will have no additional amount levied so there will not be an increase on taxes. Resolution number two that was approved was the initial resolution authorizing issuance of General Obligation Bonds in an amount not to exceed $4,500,000. This money would cover the cost of upgrading the HVAC system throughout the Middle School and High School. The system upgrade is crucial in the fact that there are some serious air quality and energy efficiency issues that currently raise a problem in the school. If voted yes, that resolution would not have an impact on the mill rate either. And to put that all together as one, the Board approved the resolution providing for a referendum election on the questions of approval of two initial resolutions, authorizing issuance of General Obligation Bonds in an aggregate amount not to exceed $9,240,000. If this option is voted upon and both resolutions are put together for that nearly $10 million dollar bond, that would raise the mill rate, however the estimated raise is less than one dollar to the tax payers. There were other items approved at the meeting as well. One was the approval of posting for two administrative assistant positions. The other approval was to raise the hourly wage stipend up $2 for the executive administrative assistant position. The Personnel and Negotiations committee did meet before the meeting and retirement was discussed. It was stated that there was no resolution made at the meeting and further discussions will need to be had in order to find a retirement plan that the Board agrees on completely. That means that currently there is no retirement plan in place for those staff members who would like to retire at the end of this school year. They would only have access to their state retirement. It was also stated in last week’s article that at the December 8 meeting, there were all yes votes on the retirement proposal, but in correction, Charlotte Obermueller-Stout did vote no. Village of Wheeler water tower suffers ‘crash’ in cold weather GARAGE DESTROYED — Glenwood City firefighters worked to extinguish a fire that destroyed a garage and its contents late Thursday morning, Jnauary 15 in Hersey. The garage was owned by John Hanson. A snowmobile that Hanson was working on along with his pickup truck where also destroyed in the fire. Hanson’s house, which can been seen in the right side of the photo, was not damaged thanks in part to the metal siding on the garage that helped to contain the blaze. Baldwin EMS and United Fire assisted at the scene. —photo by Shawn DeWitt 765551 • 1-15-15 By LeAnn R. Ralph W H E E L E R — Wi t h t h e electricity off in the early-morning hours January 12 — and with outside air temperatures hovering around 20 degrees below zero Fahrenheit or a little colder in some areas — several Wheeler residents were awakened by a loud crash. “It was so loud, I thought the water tower was coming down,” said Marge Carter, wife of James Carter, village president. The loud crash involving the water tower was a subject for discussion prior to the Wheeler Village Board’s January 13 meeting. The Carters live right next to the water tower in Wheeler. Although no one knew for sure what had happened, Jim Carter speculated that with the electricity off, water had drained out of the tower but had not been replaced, and because it was so cold outside, ice had formed on the interior of the water tower, and the ice had let go and fell to the bottom of the tower. Both Jim and Marge said that the water tower makes quite a lot of noise in freezing weather. “It sounds like a lake when the lake is freezing over,” Marge Carter said. Robin Goodell, village clerktreasurer, said that when the weather was warmer toward the coming weekend, Chris Goodell, w a t e r o p e r a t o r, a l o n g w i t h someone to assist him, would take a closer look at the tower to see if there was any damage. W h e e l e r Vi l l a g e B o a r d members noted the electricity was off several hours early that morning, and it did not take long for the temperature to plunge inside their homes. Natural gas During the regular Wheeler Village Board meeting, Linda Crosby, village trustee, wondered why Wheeler does not have natural gas lines to provide “city gas” to village residents. Crosby noted several people have asked her that question and have said they would like to have natural gas because the cost is cheaper than liquid propane. Village President Carter said he has been asked that question several times as well. The village has never been offered natural gas as an option, he said. All of the furnace fittings in the village would have to be changed to accommodate natural gas, Carter said, adding that gas lines would also have to be dug in around the village. “It would be a mess,” Crosby said. “We’d have to be torn up like we were when water and sewer was put in.” Goodell said she would call around the next day to find out who to contact about natural gas. “If we were going to consider this, we would need to have a town meeting,” Crosby said. The natural gas company also would have to attend the meeting to explain what the process would involve, noted Marlene Larson, village trustee. NORTHTOWN FORD WILL NOT BE BEAT I W , e i n o Menom ON NEW FORD CARS, TRUCKS & SUVS! www.northtownford.com Page 2 - Tribune Press Reporter - Wednesday, January 21, 2015 Two-vehicle crash claims life of Woodville woman Boyceville Ambulance gets $90,000 in grants for equipment B O Y C E V I L L E — Representatives from area municipalities that form the Boyceville Ambulance District learned that the service has received $90,000 in grants recently. This information was released at the regular monthly meeting of the District on January 14th. Matt Feeney, EMS Chief, informed the meeting that the grants included a $60,000 Otto Bremer Foundation grant for the purchased of two heart monitors. Feeney had one of those monitors at the meeting and demonstrated the unit to members. Feeney stated, “We are veryvery fortunate to have this equipment,” which he called the top of the line. He noted that the new heart monitor was put into service last week following training with members of the ambulance crew. He also spoke about the new power lift cot that they received. “It can lift 750 pounds,” Feeney said. Feeney addressed the progress with the construction of their new quarters. He indicated that he had hoped to be in the new quarters by the first of the year, but noted the set backs they have had with the construction. He indicated that they could be in the new building by next month. In another matter, Village President, Gib Krueger questioned the finances and noted that the operating account was almost $27,000 in the negative, but he noted that the building fund still had a $65,000 balance, plus a $10,000 CD. Fire Department Fire Chief Brian Marlette reported on the activities of the fire department for the past year and indicated that the department had the highest number of runs in many years. His report indicated the department was called out 89 times in 2014. Of that number, 15 were mutual aid calls. They responded to assist the Menomonie Department six time; Glenwood City, four times; two times each to Elk Mound and Prairie Farm and one run to help the Sand Creek Fire Department The members of the fire district talked about the installation of dry hydrants in the townships of New Haven and Tiffany. But there was some question about the county not allowing anything attached to bridges. The group will explore this idea more. As for the finances of the fire department, the report showed that there was a balance at the end of the year of $154,634.57 plus a CD in the amount of $100,000. The next meeting of the group will be on Wednesday, February 11 at the Boyceville Village Hall. DNR recommends study of industrial frac sand mining By LeAnn R. Ralph C O L FA X — T h e s t a t e Department of Natural Resources has recommended moving forward with a detailed study of industrial frac sand mining to determine the impact of mining on human health and on the environment. The DNR made the recommendation on January 12 as the result of a petition signed by more than 1,000 West Central Wisconsin residents submitted to the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board last fall. Midwest Environmental Advocates drafted the 29-page document, “Petition for a Strategic Analysis of Frac Sand Mining,” which contains a number of technical references and citations and argues that the state Department of Natural Resources must gather and use scientific information to adequately regulate the frac sand industry to protect the health, safety and welfare of Wisconsin residents. Representatives of MEA presented the petition in September to a group of about 60 people who gathered at the Howard Town Hall. The Natural Resources Board asked DNR staff to respond to the petition in October. Five years ago, a handful of frac sand mines were operating in this area of the state, but the number has now increased to over one hundred sand mines and may be closer to 150. One company is proposing to develop a 2,000 acre sand mine in the Town of Howard, and another 800 acres is reportedly under contract, or is under consideration for contract, in the Town of Colfax, according to information given to the Dunn County Planning, Resources and Development committee at the committee’s January 13 meeting. The Natural Resources Board THE TRIBUNE PRESS REPORTER U.S.P.S. 220-160 Carlton R. DeWitt Editor and Publisher The Tribune Press Reporter is published every Wednesday with periodical postage paid at Glenwood City, WI 54013. Office located at: 105 Misty Court Glenwood City Postmasters please send address changes to P.O. Box 38 Glenwood City, WI 54013-0038 phone 715-265-4646 fax 715-265-7496 email: [email protected] SUBSCRIPTION RATES 1Yr. Dunn, St. Croix, Polk & Pierce Counties $3000, $1700 for 6 months. 1 Yr. Elsewhere in WI & MN - $3500, $ 1900 for 6 months. 1 Yr. Elsewhere in continental U.S.-$4000, $ 2300 for 6 months. At Newsstand ......................................$100 will be meeting January 23 to further consider the proposal to do a strategic analysis of frac sand mining. The Chippewa County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution at the January 13 meeting to support the strategic analysis of frac sand mining. The Dunn County Planning, Resources and Development committee approved at their January 13 meeting forwarding a similar resolution to the Dunn County Board for consideration at the county board’s meeting January 21. According to the petition asking for a strategic analysis of sand mining, metallic and nonmetallic mining can cause acid mine drainage by exposing large surface areas of sulfide rock to air and water. The petition states that Roman mine sites in Great Britain continue to generate acid drainage 2,000 years later. “This is an important step forward for our state’s environmental protection agency to provide a comprehensive study of the frac sand industry so that citizens can have an in-depth look at the facts on silica sand mining and our environmental protection needs,” said MEA Executive Director Kimberlee Wright in a news release issued about the DNR’s recommendation. Midwest Environmental Advocates is urging residents in this part of the state to send comments to the Natural Resources Board thanking the DNR for responding to the citizen petition and for recommending that the DNR do a strategic analysis of sand mining. Comments can be e-mailed to [email protected] by 11 a.m. January 23 to be included in the report for the Natural Resources Board meeting. Fire Continued from page 1 The fire at Misty Meadows was just one day short of the first anniversary of the fire that destroyed Glenhaven’s new facility that was under construction. That facility is currently being rebuilt and is planned to open sometime in mid-April of this year. The Misty Meadows facility is located about four blocks southeast of the Glenhaven Care facility. Heavy smoke from the fire drifted northwest toward Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Glenhaven, and residences in the six hundred blocks of Oak, Pine and Maple Streets. Glenhaven administration monitored the situation after staff reported a slight smell of smoke but no evacuation was needed and residents were never in danger. The cause of the fire is still undetermined. A video of the fire can be viewed online at www.dewitt media.com HONOR BY FIRE DEPARTMENT — Fire Captain Jeff Kuehl, left, was presented with a plaque honoring him for having the highest logged duty hours with the Glenwood City Fire Department in 2014. Presenting the plaque is Assistant Fire Chief Tom Caress. —photo by Carlton DeWitt Dunn Co. receives grant from WI DOJ for Treatment Court MENOMONIE — Dunn County Criminal Justice Collaboration Council (CJCC) is pleased to announce the County has received a $79,318 grant from the State of Wisconsin Department of Justice for Dunn County’s Tr e a t m e n t C o u r t p r o g r a m . Treatment Court is an intensive court program designed to assist with individualized recovery to break the cycle of addiction and crime. These funds will be used to continue efforts to enhance integrated treatment of substance abuse and mental health services for successful rehabilitation of Treatment Court participants. Treatment Court goals are to improve community safety, reduce crime, address specific participant needs, and help foster a sober, crime-free, healthy lifestyle. The grant will be used to fund an Integrated Treatment Specialist, with expertise in substance abuse and mental health, to support participant engagement in treatment, reduce mental health symptoms, develop an enhanced awareness of recovery, and provide evidence-based services to improve successful outcomes. Dunn County Circuit Court Judge Rod Smeltzer, one of two judges that preside over Treatment Court, says “early on in the development of Treatment Court we have taken the position that often folks dealing with addictive behaviors, whether that be meth, alcohol, prescription drugs or other substances, often have mental health concerns that have to be balanced for successful treatment. If not for this grant, our resources to address these needs would be limited.” County Board Chairman, Steve Rasmussen added “more generally, the mission of the CJCC is for all stakeholders of the justice system to collaborate with the goal of a more effective, efficient system to reduce recidivism resulting in greater public safety.” Treatment Court is one example of how Dunn County is working together to be smart on crime to reach these goals with effective justice strategies. T h e S t a t e o f Wi s c o n s i n Department of Justice awards annual grants through a competitive application and review process. Century and Sesquicentennial farmers wanted for Pierce County Fair Has your family farm or home had continuous family ownership for 100 years or more? You could be eligible to be recognized as a Century Farm/Home or Sesquicentennial Farm/Home at this year’s Pierce County Fair and Wisconsin State Fair if it has. The farm or home (in whole or part) must have been in continuous family ownership. Title of the Century or Sesquicentennial property today must reside in a blood relative of the original owner, or a legally adopted child of a descendant. Continuous residence in the state or on the property is not required, but the title to the property must be continuous. An abstract of title is the best evidence of continuous family ownership. Farms or homes with 100 or 150 years of continuous ownership through the year 2015 will be recognized at a special breakfast program during the Wisconsin State Fair tentatively set for August 11th and then again at the Pierce County Fair on Sunday, August 16th. The Pierce County Fair has recognized many Pierce County Century and Sesquicentennial Farmers in the past. An application for the Century or Sesquicentennial Farm or Home recognition can be obtained on the fair website or by contacting Ann Webb, Pierce County Fair Coordinator at 715-273-6874, [email protected]. Don’t wait; the application deadline is March 1, 2015. Visit www.co.pierce.wi.us/fair/ fair_main.php for details about this year’s Pierce County Fair – August 13th-16th, 2015. “We’ve got a good thing growing in Pierce County” is this year’s theme. Like us on Facebook - “Pierce County Fair and Fairgrounds (WI)” Subscribe to The Tribune Press Reporter Today! 715-265-4646 • DeWittMedia.com Hydraulic Excavator • Land Clearing Discing • Ditching • Lagoons • Roads Waterways • Dump Truck Crushed Rock GARY CORMICAN 715-265-4384 EXCAVATING E1032 1110th Ave Downing, WI 52tfc* Injury claims from work related auto accidents require special attention. If you are injured in a work related auto accident, there will be worker’s comp claims and claims against the responsible driver’s insurer, or even an uninsured motorist claim. Be aware you have 12 years to pursue worker’s comp but as little as 3 years to file negligence claims against an auto insurer. Get an experienced lawyer. Get results. Call us and we’ll develop a plan to help you. TOWN OF ERIN PRAIRIE — A Woodville woman became St. Croix County’s first traffic fatality of the 2015 when the vehicle she was driving was struck by a truck at the intersection of County Roads G and T in the Town of Erin Prairie. 54-year-old Deborah Merlin Bugni of Woodville died at the scene of the accident which happened at 7:26 p.m. on Tuesday, January 13. This intersection has been the site of several accidents over the years. According to a report from the St. Croix County Sheriff ’s Office, Cody A. Stephenson, 27, of Lonsdale, MN was operating a 2003 Ford truck that was northbound on County Highway T when he failed to stop at the stop sign for northbound traffic on County Road T and entered the intersection where he collided with Deborah Merlin Bugni’s 2000 Cadillac Eldorado that was traveling east along County Road G. Deborah Merlin Bugni, who was wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash, suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene by the St. Croix County Medial Examiner’s Office. Stephenson was transported to Regions Hospital in St. Paul, MN with non-life threatening injuries. The news release did not state whether Stephenson had been belted when the accident occurred. The Sheriff ’s Office’s release noted that there was evidence of alcohol use by Cody Stephenson and that it may have been a possible factor that contributed to the crash. New Richmond Fire and Ambulance Services, the New Richmond and Hammond Police Departments and the St. Croix County Medical Examiner’s Office all assisted at the scene and in the crash investigation which is still ongoing at this time. Woman dies in Dunn County crash TOWN OF SHERIDAN — A Clear Lake woman died Thursday morning, January 15 when the vehicle she was driving left the roadway, rolled and struck a tree along State Highway 64 in the Town of Sheridan. 50-year-old Jodi Voght was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident which occurred around 8:20 am January 15 on State Highway 64 just west of 350th Street in Dunn County. The Dunn County emergency 9-1-1 Center received a report of a motor vehicle crash on STH 64 at 8:28 a.m. that morning. The caller reported that one female was in the vehicle and appeared to be deceased. According to a news release from the Dunn County Sheriff ’s Office, Sheriff ’s deputies along with the Boyceville Fire Department and Ambulance Service and the Dunn County Medical Examiner were dispatched to the scene. When first responders arrived on scene, they discovered that it was a one-vehicle crash involving a van and that the driver was the lone occupant of the vehicle. The news release stated that it appeared that Voght was driving a Dodge van eastbound along State Highway 64 when she failed to negotiate a slight curve in the road just west of 350th Street in Sheridan Township. Voght’s vehicle left the roadway, began to slide sideways and as the vehicle rolled over it struck a tree. Voght sustained severe injuries in the accident, according to the report, and was pronounced dead at the scene by the Dunn County Medical Examiner. The Dunn County Sheriff ’s Office investigated the incident. Glenwood City MS/HS Top 10 list Glenwood City MS/HS Academic Achievement Top 10 List January 5-16, 2015 1. David Hoffman for getting an A on his Huck Finn test! 2. Jared Kupper, Mikaela Voeltz, Hannah Ludtke and Kip Wallace for getting 100% on their Painting and Graphics test 3. D e n i s a D e S m i t h f o r reading the longest parts in Caesar every day! 4. Kenzie Kuehl for reading a big part in Caesar, even with a cold. 5. Billy Peabody for doing an outstanding job on his math test and earning a near perfect score! 6. EuiJeong Seo, Kristine Sina, and Emma Scholler for the creation of amazing sewing projects. 7. Jessica Conner for going out of her way to come into Focus and help students who are in other math classes. 8. Congratulations to the following DECA students who received first and second place in their categories and will advance on to the State level competition this March in Lake Geneva: • N i c k S c h o n e : 1 s t place Accounting Applications • T e a m T i a C a r l s o n and Andrew Bauman: 1st place Financial Services • J a c o b H e n n e s s y : 2 n d place Automotive Services • K a y l i e S c a l z e : 3 r d place Principles of Business Administration • Taylor Drinkman: Top Finisher (top 25%) 9. Euijong Sao and Leslie Vang for earning 97% and 96% on their Alg 2 test, and MaKayla O’Brien for earning a 98% on her Geometry Quiz. 10.S t e p h a n M a b r y f o r buckling down and working hard in the transportation shop! TAX TIPS.... HIGHLIGHT THESE TAX DATES ON YOUR 2015 CALENDAR Don’t subject yourself to penalties for missing important tax filing deadlines in 2015. Before you hang up your 2015 calendar, mark any of the following tax deadlines that apply to you or your business. January 15 – Due date for the fourth and final installment of 2014 estimated tax for individuals (unless you file your 2014 return and pay any balance due by February 2). February 2 – Employers must furnish 2014 W-2 statements to employees. 1099 information statements must be furnished to payees by payers. (Deadline for providing Forms 1099-B and consolidated statements to customers is February 17.) February 2 – Employers must file 2014 federal unemployment tax returns and pay any tax due. March 2 – Payers must file information returns (such as 1099s) with the IRS. (March 31 is the deadline if filing electronically.) March 2 – Employers must send W-2 copies to the Social Security Administration. (March 31 is the deadline if filing electronically.) March 2 – Farmers and fishermen who did not make 2014 estimated tax payments must file 2014 tax returns and pay taxes in full. March 16 – 2014 calendar-year corporation income tax returns are due. April 15 – Individual federal income tax returns for 2014 are due unless you file for an automatic extension. Taxes owed are due regardless of extension. April 15 – 2014 federal partnership returns are due. April 15 – 2014 annual gift tax returns are due. April 15 – Deadline for making your 2014 IRA and education savings account contributions. April 15 – First installment of 2015 individual estimated tax is due. June 15 – Second installment of 2015 individual estimated tax is due. September 15 – Third installment of 2015 individual estimated tax is due. October 15 – Deadline for filing your 2014 individual tax return if you filed for an extension of the April 15 deadline. Call our office for more information or for assistance with these and other required tax filings. Y S.H. Young & Associates, Ltd. Certified Public Accountants Wilson Street NE • Menomonie, WI 54751 • Phone (715) 235-9555 • Fax (715)235-9556 C3c, 20* Wednesday, January 21, 2015 - Tribune Press Reporter - Page 3 GLENHAVEN HAPPENINGS Last week the activities included Catholic communion, music by the Heutmaker Band, church with Christ the King Lutheran, exercises, manicures, bingo, church with Holy Cross, baking club, arts and crafts and music by Herb Nazer. This week on Tuesday there was church with Forest Immanuel Lutheran. On Wednesday there will be bingo at 2:00 p.m. On Saturday there will be music by Fritz at 2:00 p.m. Next week on Sunday, January 25th there will be Catholic communion at 9:45 a.m. and church with Grace Baptist at 3:30 p.m. On Tuesday, January 27th there will be church with United Methodist at 10:30 a.m. and at 2:00 p.m. there will be the monthly birthday party and singa-long with Jane and Friends. On Wednesday, January 28th there will be bingo with St. John’s at 2:00 p.m. On Saturday, January 31st there will be accordion music by Diane Petranovich at 2:00 p.m. Recent visitors: Delores Standaert was visited by Loran Standaert, Margaret Larson, Karen Taylor, Marie Mahoney UW-Madison announces Fall Dean’s List UW-La Crosse announces Fall Dean’s List MADISON — Several area students were recognized and named to the Dean’s List for the fall semester of the 2014-2015 academic year at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Students from Boyceville who were named to the Dean’s List include Kysa Franseen who is attending the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, and Emily Guy, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. William Kraft of Wheeler, who is attending the School of Education, was named to the Dean’s List. Students who achieve at a high level academically are recognized by the dean at the close of each semester. To be eligible for the D e a n ’s L i s t , s t u d e n t s m u s t complete a minimum of 12 graded degree credits in that semester. MADISON — Several area students were recognized and named to the Dean’s List at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse for the fall semester of the 2014-15 academic year, ending December 2014. Students from the area who were named to the Dean’s List include: Jessica Anderson of Glenwood City, Therapeutic Recreation Major; Erin Dusek of Knapp, Exercise and Sport Science Major: Exercise Science Fitness Track; Sarah Thompson of Knapp, Management Major; and Ryleigh Prochnow of Wheeler, Undeclared Major - SAH. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, students must have earned not less than a 3.5 semester grade point average and have carried a minimum of 12 credits. ADRC support group to meet Area residents make the Dean’s List at RCTC A new ADRC support group has been formed. This is for people who are early diagnosed or suspected of having dementia and/or Alzheimer’s disease and/ or their caretakers and family members. Anyone who would like support is invited to join. The group meets at 1 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month at the United Methodist Church in Menomonie, 2703 Bongey Drive. Chili & Soup Supper Sat., Jan. 31 5 p.m.- 7 p.m. St. Bridget’s Catholic Church Wilson, WI Free Will Offering 20c21 Janelle Brewer of Wheeler and Elizabeth Morgan of Wheeler were among nearly 1,100 students from Rochester Community and Technical College who made the Dean’s List for Fall Semester ending this past December. To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must successfully complete 12 or more letter-graded credits, in the same semester, and achieve a grade point average between 3.0 and 4.0. The Rochester Community and Technical College Dean’s List can be viewed by going to: www. rctc.edu/about/html/Deans-list. html. Mayo Clinic-Red Cedar lists births Menomonie The following babies were born at Mayo Clinic Health System in Menomonie: January 7: Arie Drake Townsend, son of Kirsten and Kevin Townsend of Rice Lake January 10: Charley Maxine Truckey, daughter of Brandi Hanson and Ricky Truckey Jr. CHILD DEVELOPMENT DAY The School District of Glenwood City invites you to participate in Child Development Day, our annual three-year-old screening, to be held at Glenwood City Elementary School on Friday, February 13, 2015. This screening is available to all families living in the Glenwood City School District who have a child who has turned three years of age before September 1, 2014. We will also be offering developmental screening for younger children, ages birth through three years. Teachers from the St. Croix County Early Intervention Program will provide this screening. Screening is a process that can help us and you determine how well your child is developing in the skill areas that will be important later in school. If a delay in your child’s development is suspected, the school district can offer specialized help to your preschooler. Personnel will also be available to screen your child’s vision and hearing. We want all our children to have a successful first experience in school when the time comes. Participation in Child Development Day is a good first step. Child Development Day will provide families with an opportunity to learn about: • The level of their child’s development • Normal growth and development from birth to five years • Available services in the community for families with young children All screening is by appointment only. Appointment notices will be mailed to parents of eligible children who are currently listed on our school census. If you have either not received an appointment notice by January 16, or know that your child is not on the school census, and are interested in having your child participate in Child Development Day, please contact Darla Magsam at 715-265-4231 ext. 7121. and Eva and Gloria Kahler. Etta Wiseman was visited by Lois and Bob Bosshart. Clara Paulus and Eleanor Heutmaker were visited by Janet and Duane Christianson. Ray McCarthy was visited by Bob and Joan Ludtke. Mary and Ernie Kiekhoefer were visited by Peggy Raymond. Jim Schmidt was visited by Marv and Carol Cormican, Neil and Lana Ulrich, Jack and Judy Steintuge, Arlen and Betty Wisemiller and Rosanne and Rick Schmidt. Other visitors: Pastor Les and Dawn Johnson. SCVMGA to meet S t C r o i x Va l l e y M a s t e r Gardeners will hear Debbie Lonnee of Bailey Nurseries, Inc. at their Thursday, Jan. 22 meeting. The meeting will be held at the Hudson United Methodist Church, 1401 Laurel Ave., Hudson. - Lonnee is a well known local horticultural speaker who started as a production coordinator working with the perennial and bedding plant crops, as well as roses and woody plants at Baileys. She now is actively involved in new plant introductions and talks frequently on new products for the coming year. She is an avid gardener, and has a collectors garden full of hostas, daylilies and perennials, as well as many new annuals. Lonnee is a member of the Perennial Plant Association, OFA, and is the vice president of the Board of Directors of the Minnesota Nursery & Landscape Association, as well as chairing the Publications Committee. Garden writing is her second job; she is the horticultural editor for Northern Gardener magazine, and also writes the ‘Plant to Pick’ article for each edition. She holds a B.S. in horticulture from the University of Minnesota. The meeting will start at 6:00 p.m with an informal introduction of SCVMGA and the opportunity for new and old members to chat over pizza and review the coming year ’s activities. Lonnee will speak about 7:15 p.m. The public is welcome. CARDS OF THANKS The Boyceville Veterans would like to thank the past congregation of St. John’s Lutheran Church, for the generous contribution to the Veterans Memorial/Tribute fund. Your contribution will help us continue our work in and around the Boyceville area and also allow us to plan some new projects. WITH SINCERE THANKS, THE BOYCEVILLE VETERANS COMMITTEE 20p* All of us at Misty Meadows Wood Products would like to thank all the firefighters and emergency response crews at our time of need last week. Their quick response, expertise, and efficiency were very evident and remarkable. We are very fortunate to have such a dedicated and professional group of volunteers. Everyone’s willingness to help in such an event is truly humbling. This is a shining example of what it means to be a community and why it’s such a wonderful place to call home. Thanks again. MISTY MEADOWS WOOD PRODUCTS 20c* Tiffany Creek Elementary students enjoy free books through Book Trust Grant By Kelsie Hoitomt BOYCEVILLE — Since September of 2014, Early Childhood through Third Grade s t u d e n t s a t Ti f f a n y C r e e k Elementary have been receiving $7 worth of free books from the Scholastic Reading Club catalog each month via the Book Trust. Book Trust is connected to t h e Wi s c o n s i n Te c h n o l o g y Initiative (WTI) grant that the school received for smartboards, document cameras and other technologies. The grant via Book Trust runs for one school year so students in those grades will receive books through May. The way it works is each student receives a Scholastic catalog like they would usually, but now they are able to go through and pick out $7 worth of free books. The books are theirs to keep and take home. This could either be one book or 2-3, depending on the price and Glenwood City DECA bringing six students to state By Kelsie Hoitomt MENOMONIE — 13 Glenwood City High School students participated in the DECA Districts’ competition held in Menomonie at the University of Wisconsin-Stout on Saturday, January 10. There were 660 students all together with 23 events possible to be participated in. Only the top two advance to State, which means out of 660 DECA members, only 46 move on. Each DECA chapter is however allowed to take additional students in a project. Role Play qualifiers advance on from Districts, but the projects are not judged until State. The Glenwood City DECA program continued to show outstanding results despite that slim figure considering they will be bringing six out of their 13 competitors to State. Nick Schone went to State last year and he will be making another trip after he placed first in the Accounting Applications event. Jake Hennessy is making another appearance as well after placing second in the Automotive Services Marketing event. Jake made it beyond State last year and looks to make a repeat trip to the International competition. See Ricky Ohman [email protected] Cell 715-977-0958 www.RiverValleyFord.com 888-684-4520 19c20* Love, Mom, Dad, Tyler, Doug, Heidi, Kayla & Ethan 20p* Schools qualify for Book Trust in part based on the percentage of students receiving free or reduced lunch. When a school is eligible for the program, all students within a participating class receive books. TCE was one of five schools selected for the grant this year. The Book Trust was established in 2001 and currently serves over 36,000 students in 15 states. To date, the Book Trust has put over 3.5 million book in the hands and homes of kids in need. According to the Book Trust, studies prove that book choice and ownership are fundamental in promoting literacy. Children who are free to choose what to read are more likely to read and the number of books in a home has the same impact on a child’s level of educational attainment as parental education levels. ANGIE HELLMANN’S third grade class at Tiffany Creek Elementary in Boyceville show off their new books from the Scholastic Reading Club catalog. — photo by Kelsie Hoitomt Looking for a New Vehicle? Happy 18th Birthday McKenzie Schultz what comes with the book, such as a necklace. Mrs. Hellmann shared that her third grade class is learning a great way on how to budget. Peter Wheeldon and Sara Bauer are students in Mrs. Hellmann’s class. Peter shared that he really enjoys books that make him laugh so this month he picked out a Laugh Out Loud joke book. Sarah likes fairy tales and stories that have pretty princesses pictured in them. She used her $7 free dollars in December to get the Princess Rescue book. Both students like to read as much as they can whether it is at school or at home. Book Trust is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower children from low-income families o choose and own books with the hope of sparking a passion for reading and cultivating increased literacy and life-long learning. 6eowc* HIGH ACHEIVERS - Glenwood City High School DECA members recently competed at the district level. 660 students competed and ony 46 moved onto the next level. Above are Glenwood City’s award winners: back row left to right: Sam Malendrez, Andrew Bauman, Nick Schone and Jake Hennessy. Front row left to right: Gabrielle Porter, Tia Carlson, Kaylie Scalze and Taylor Drinkman. —photo submitted Kaylie Scalzie is advancing to State after placing third in Principles of Business Administration. Gabby Porter received a role play medal for Human Resources Management. Taylor Drinkman and Sam Melendrez each received the top finalist honor, which is finishing in the top 25 percent. Taylor will be presenting a project on Hotel and Lodging Management. There is also one team advancing to State. Tia Carlson and Andrew Bauman worked together as a team in the Financial Analysis event. “DECA teaches valuable experiences that cannot be found in the classroom, yet reinforces lesson learned at school. Having gone to DECA Nationals twice, I find that DECA allows me to make valuable connections and provides opportunities that cannot be found anywhere else,” shared Jake Hennessy. “DECA brings you face to face with your future. Through DECA, you make connections with business leaders, colleges, and other students from across the country. It challenges you to be your best while thinking outside the box to solve real world problems. DECA not only introduces you to how to be a professional, but it is fun, challenging, and rewarding all at the same time. I couldn’t have asked for a better club to be a part of and am grateful to have this wonderful opportunity,” said Kaylie Scalze. DECA is a way for students to put their knowledge into action through rigorous project-based activities that require creative solutions with practical outcome. The activities provide authentic, experimental learning methods to prepare students for college and careers. DECA partners with businesses at local and broader levels and those individuals provide students with a realistic insight into industry, which promotes meaningful and relevant learning. The State competition will be March 10 and 11 in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin at the Grand Geneva Hotel and Resort. District Competition Holmen High School students took seven first places to lead 16 schools in the 43rd annual DECA District One Career Development Conference Saturday, Jan. 10, at University of Wisconsin-Stout. A total of 52 winners and runners-up advanced to the 50th state DECA Career Development Conference to be held March 10-12 in Lake Geneva. About 500 students competed in 17 individual events and seven team events. Holmen also had the most state qualifiers with 11 followed by West Salem with eight. Eau Claire North, Hudson, Menomonie and Northwestern were next with four qualifiers apiece. Besides Glenwood City, the other participating schools were Ashland, Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire Memorial, La Crosse Central, La Crosse Logan, Sparta, St. Croix Falls, Superior and Tomah. Since 1946 DECA has provided co-curricular programs for students around the world interested in marketing, finance, hospitality and management careers. Page 4 - Tribune Press Reporter - Wednesday, January 21, 2015 OFF THE EDITOR'S DESK DAYS OF OLD WATCH FOR EMERGENCY VEHICLES I must relate a concern of mine and that is: as drivers on the public roads, we must give emergency vehicles the right of way so they can get to their calls in a timely manner. To make the roads a safer place for all, it is our responsibilty to be aware of what is going on around us. At point is that last week, I, as a member of the local fire department, was responding to an alarm in Hersey. I was in the front seat of the engine company with red lights and siren working. But, only one vehicle of the dozen or so that we met on our run, even made any attempt to pull over to the side of the highway. One fellow who was in front of us, pulling a cattle trailer, apparently did not hear the siren and made no attempt to pull off the road, even as the big yellow fire engine passed him, he continued without any idea that he should yield the right of way. Luckily, we made it to the scene of the fire without an incident. The law requires us to pull into the other lane when a traffic police have a stop. But I have been on the Interstate and noticed many times that people do not give police officers any space and just zoom on by. And, don’t forget the flashing red lights of the school bus when it has stopped to pick up children. While on the matter of vehicles, another concern is that of pedestrians attempting to cross a busy street and vehicles not stopping to allow them to cross the road. I have seen this happen many times in Colfax with the busy highway 40 that cuts through the community. Stop and let the people cross the road. It may save a life! Be aware of your surroundings! Thanks for reading!— Carlton Articles taken from the files of the Glenwood City Tribune 10 years ago Tribune of January 5, 2005 The Glenwood City Common Council Monday night appointed Monica Schemionek to a seat on the city council to replace Dottie Murphy, who had resigned. Mike Rehbein of Glenwood City has been a member of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP), an auxiliary of the United States Air Force, since 1999. CAP members participate in a wide range of doings including locating possibly downed aircraft, helping disaster-struck communities, earning pilot’s licenses and engaging in plain old aerospace education. Abbey Steffen, daughter of Glenwood City residents John and Faye Steffen, now dons the tall white hat of a professional chef. 25 years ago Tribune of December 13, 1989 Fire struck Thursday night as a barn was being readied for a herd of cattle belonging to James and Sharleen Croes. This has been the second barn fire for the Croes this year. At a special meeting of the electors of the Town of Springfield on Monday, Dec. 11, they voted 2114 to build a new town hall. The estimated cost would be between $40,000 and $45,000. The statewide average of county property tax rate is $5.15 per $1,000 equalizing value, up 7.5% from the 1988 rate of $4.79. The levy for Dunn County is up 14.8%, and St. Croix County is up $9.3%. 50 years ago Tribune of February 11, 1965 The annual meeting of the Glenwood City Co-op Services was held on Saturday, Feb. 6 at the Glenwood City High School. Manager Milnor Johnson presented the financial statement. This past year member patrons saved over $19,000, or 5.39% by patronizing the cooperative. Marvin E. Meyer of Madison has been promoted to local commercial manager at General Telephone’s Glenwood City office and will be responsible for the commercial operation of the Glenwood City, Boyceville, Colfax, Elk Mound, Knapp, Elmwood, Maiden Rock, Pepin, Plum City, Prescott and Wheeler exchanges. 60 years ago Tribune of January 20, 1955 The total number of children who took advantage of the St. Croix County immunization clinics was 3,827, with the number of individual immunizations given totaling 5,052. Wisconsin traffic accidents resulted in death for 840 persons in 1954, a five percent reduction from the 881 fatalities listed for 1953. By July 1, 1955, all grade A milk in Wisconsin must come from herds following Plan A of the Brucellosis program to help control Brucellosis. 95 years ago The Glenwood Tribune December 18, 1919 Members of the Scandinavian Lutheran congregation planned a very happy surprise for their pastor, Rev. Rudolph W. Peterson, and wife at the church on Friday afternoon, Dec. 5th. Rev. Char. Thompson of Colfax made the presentation speech in presenting a purse of $90.50, a joint fund subscribed by the members. Immediately after, all partook of a delicious luncheon served in the basement, which had been prepared by the ladies of the congregation. - Boyceville Press. The Village of Wilson has scored again. The boosters there have organized for the purpose of financing and building a skating rink for municipal benefit. The tract of land adjacent to the opera house has been leased and flood this area and will make and excellent skating surface. New St. Croix County recycling specialist continues duties by Megen Hines Hello! My name is Megen Hines and I am the new Recycling Specialist in St. Croix County. I’ve been on the job since October in helping the recycling program transition but have recently fully taken over the duties of the position. I grew up in rural Pierce County and currently live with my husband and son in Eau Claire. I’ve earned bachelor’s degrees in Meteorology from St. Cloud State University and in Environmental Science from UW-Stout. While I’ve always been an avid recycler, my motivation to work in recycling as a career came from an internship with Dunn County Solid Waste during college. This internship provided me indepth knowledge of the state’s recycling laws, allowed me to develop and implement a recycling education program and meet a lot of professionals within the industry. My other professional work comes from researching wetlands and water quality in the Chippewa Moraine State Recreational Area while employed at UW-Stout. My goal is to help continue the great recycling tradition in St. Croix County and provide convenient opportunities for residents and businesses to recycle a variety of items. I look forward to meeting and working with local residents, businesses, civic organization and municipal officials that have helped create the excellent recycling culture in St. Croix County. I am available to speak about recycling for school groups, meetings, youth groups or any other gathering. Please feel free to contact me at 715-531-1907 or email me at megen.hines@ co.saint-croix.wi.us. For recycling information, please visit our website at www.sccwi.us/recycling or “like” us on Facebook at www. facebook.com/sccwirecycling. MEMEBERS OF THE GLEN HILLS PARISH that includes the Emerald, Glenwood City and Downing United Methodist Churches collected and delivered food to West CAP’s Food Pantry. Along with the much needed food, they also donated money to be used towards the purchase of other needed items. The pantry had been very busy during this past month so this collection was very important especially after the Holidays. Pictured above are, L to R: Pastor Mary Beth Scow, Greg Boehmer, Mari Drinkman and Bruce Drinkman. —photo submitted Tax relief remains priority A Column of Personal Opinion by State Senator Sheila Harsdorf As we look forward to the 201516 legislative session, continuing to reduce the tax burden on Wisconsin residents remains a top priority. In the last legislative session, we were successful in making significant progress in again reducing property taxes for homeowners and small businesses. As I travel the district and hear from area residents, property taxes continue to be the most frustrating and burdensome issue for seniors, working families, and small businesses. Due to the State Legislature’s efforts to invest in property tax relief last session, Wisconsin property owners received a welcome reduction in their recent property tax bills. While the experiences of individual property taxpayers may vary due to changes in property assessments or local factors, such as approved referendums, the owner of a median-valued home in Wisconsin is expected to see a $100 drop in their 2014 tax bill. This property tax reduction is the result of over $400 million in surplus revenue that the State Legislature and Governor committed to buying down the technical college levy as part of last spring’s tax relief measure. I have long supported efforts to reduce the impact of technical colleges on our property tax bills, including authoring legislation in prior sessions that would shift greater responsibility for technical college funding to the state. Given my position on this issue, I was pleased to work with my colleagues to enact this property tax relief. In our area, it is estimated that a typical homeowner in the Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College District will see $124 in savings, while a typical homeowner in the Chippewa Valley Technical College District will see $115 in savings. Over $45 million in state revenues were committed to reducing the property taxes levied by these two technical college districts alone. This property tax relief built upon our previous work to hold the line on property taxes, which has resulted in a lower property tax bill in 2014 than in 2010 for the owner of a median-valued home in our state. By comparison, under the prior administration, property taxes rose $230 on the same median-valued home between 2006 and 2010. If the trend of property tax increases seen during the 2006-2010 timeframe was maintained, property taxes on a typical homeowner would be nearly $400 higher than they are today. I look forward to continuing to work with my colleagues to hold the line on property taxes and find ways to bring further relief to taxpayers. Please stay in touch by visiting my website at www. harsdorfsenate.com or calling my office at 1-800-862-1092 or 608266-7745. Judge finds probable cause in arson, attempted murder cases By LeAnn R. Ralph MENOMONIE — A Dunn County judge has found probable cause in two cases related to an arson involving a house in Colfax, attempted murder and recklessly endangering safety. Following a preliminary hearing January 15, Judge Rod Smeltzer found probable cause and bound over for trial the defendant, Beth Mittelstadt, 44. Judge Smeltzer set an arraignment hearing for Mittelstadt February 3. Mittelstadt, who appeared in court with her attorney, Dan Chapman, is charged with one felony count of arson related to a fire at 511 East Third Avenue in Colfax last May. She also is charged with one felony count of first degree attempted murder and two felony counts of first degree recklessly endangering safety related to an incident in December during which Mittelstadt allegedly threatened Colfax Police Chief Bill Anderson with a machete. Police Chief Anderson drew his duty weapon and shot Mittelstadt one time in the upper torso. Matt Feeney, an investigator with the Dunn County Sheriff ’s Department, testified at the preliminary hearing that the fire which started the evening of May 24, 2014, in the house on Third Avenue where Katie Bundy and her children lived had started in the bedroom between the bed and the dresser. No one was home at the time of the fire. Mittelstadt told Feeney she had gone to Bundy’s house to buy methamphetamine and had given Bundy $40 or $50 for the meth. Mittelstadt said she had tried to call Bundy numerous times that evening, but Bundy did not come back with the methamphetamine. Feeney said Mittelstadt told him she had been upset by Bundy’s absence, that she broke some things in the house and that she had hit a window with her fist. Chapman asked if Feeney, who is the sheriff department’s fire investigator, knew what had started the fire. Feeney said that although they could tell where the fire had started, there was no way to tell what had started the fire. Chapman asked if it was possible something had fallen to the floor, such as a candle. Feeney noted there was no one home at the time, so nothing should have been burning to fall to the floor. Shooting D e a n F a y e r w e a t h e r, a n investigator with the St. Croix County Sheriff ’s Department, testified that he had been one of the officers assigned to investigate the officer-involved shooting in Colfax on December 18. Colfax Police Chief Bill Anderson had told Fayerweather Mittelstadt had come at him with a machete and that Police Chief Anderson had drawn his service weapon and had shot Mittelstadt to stop the threat, Investigator Fayerweather said. Investigator Fayerweather described the machete as being two feet long with a large blade, a short handle, and of the type “used to chop brush.” Dunn County Sergeant Todd Kurtzhals, who had used his Taser on Mittelstadt three times while trying to take her into custody, told Fayerweather Mittelstadt had thrown the machete at him, and he believed his safety was endangered. Sergeant Kurtzhals said if he had not had a Taser, he would have shot Mittelstadt with his service weapon because “the threat was there,” Investigator Fayerweather testified. Investigator Fayerweather also testified he had found holes in the walls in the bedroom where Mittelstadt had allegedly stabbed the walls with the machete and that the inside doorknob had been “chopped off” when Mittelstadt swung the machete at Police Chief Anderson. The entrance wound for the bullet was in Mittelstadt’s left breast, and medical staff made an incision in her right breast to remove the bullet, Investigator Fayerweather testified. Sergeant Kurtzhals had told Fayerweather that Mittelstadt had been down on the floor when he arrived. Mittelstadt still had the machete in her hand and had raised herself up on one arm and threw the machete with her other hand. Sergeant Kurtzhals said his use of the Taser and Mittelstadt’s throwing of the machete occurred simultaneously, Investigator Fayerweather said. Judge Smeltzer found probable cause in both the arson case and the case of attempted murder and recklessly endangering safety and set an arraignment hearing for Mittelstadt at 3:45 p.m. February 3. Mittelstadt remains in custody on a $10,000 cash bail set in the arson case. Mittelstadt also faces a misdemeanor charge of resisting an officer. Kids can keep busy with Aviation Art Contest The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Bureau of Aeronautics encourages children, ages seven to 17, to showcase their artistic talent by participating in its annual statewide poster contest. This year ’s theme is “World Air Games.” The top three entries in three different age divisions will advance to the national competition, with the potential to be entered in the international aviation art contest. In addition, statewide winners will receive the following prizes: • First place: $100 art supply gift certificate or an airplane ride for two • Second place: $75 art supply gift certificate • Third place: $50 art supply gift certificate All artwork must be original and cannot be computer generated. For complete contest rules and the appropriate entry form, visit the WisDOT website (http://dot.wi.gov/travel/air/art. htm). Entries must be postmarked by January 23, 2015 and mailed to: Karen Broitzman, WisDOT – Bureau of Aeronautics, P.O. Box 7914, Madison, WI 53707-7914 Americans for Limited Government is a non- partisan, nationwide network committed to advancing free market reforms,private property rights and core American liberties. For more information on ALG please call us at 703-3830880 or visit our website at www.GetLiberty.org. Harsdorf to hold listening sessions State Senator Sheila Harsdorf (R-River Falls) has announced her latest listening session schedule for residents of the 10th Senate District. Listening sessions are intended to provide citizens throughout the district with the opportunity to talk with Harsdorf about issues of interest to them, to ask questions and to share their ideas and concerns. “As we begin our work in the new legislative session, the input I receive in the listening sessions is invaluable in identifying the priorities of area residents. I appreciate the input and personal interaction with citizens that attend and share their thoughts,” said Harsdorf. “Given that many of my bill ideas come directly from suggestions raised by constituents, the feedback on how state government can be improved or reformed is critical in shaping my legislative agenda.” Listening sessions have been scheduled around the 10th Senate District, which is comprised of parts of Burnett, Dunn, Pierce, Polk, and St. Croix Counties. Below are the dates, locations and times of the listening sessions: Thursday, January 29 3-4 p.m., Menomonie, Dunn County Justice Center, Room 1402 (615 Stokke Parkway) 5-6 p.m., New Richmond City Hall, Lower Conference Room #1 (156 East First Street) Friday, January 30 12-1 p.m., Grantsburg Village Hall, Board Room (316 South Brad Street) 2-3 p.m., Osceola Village Hall, Board Room (310 Chieftain Street) Monday, February 2 4-5 p.m., Hudson, Town of Hudson Hall (980 County Road A) If you would like more information please feel free to call Sen. Harsdorf ’s office at 608-2667745 or 1-800-862-1092 or e-mail [email protected]. Mittelstadt charged with felony possession of methamphetamine By LeAnn R. Ralph C O L FA X — T h e o t h e r occupant of an apartment at 601 ½ Main Street in Colfax where an officer-involved shooting occurred December 18 has been charged with felony possession of methamphetamine. Dennis K. Mittelstadt, 47, made an initial appearance in Dunn County Circuit Court January 13. In addition to felony possession of methamphetamine, Mittelstadt is charged with misdemeanor counts of possessing drug paraphernalia and bail jumping. Mittelstadt was charged in connection with the incident in which 44-year-old Beth Mittelstadt was shot by Colfax Police Chief Bill Anderson when she came at him with a machete. The afternoon of December 18, officers obtained a search warrant for the apartment and discovered the methamphetamine and the drug paraphernalia. In the past, Dennis Mittelstadt had been charged with obstructing an officer in connection with an incident that occurred in September of 2013. At the time, Mittelstadt lived in Boyceville. Judge William Stewart approved a deferred prosecution agreement in that case in November of 2013. Mittelstadt appeared in Dunn County Circuit Court December 1, 2014, in connection with the deferred prosecution agreement. Assistant District Attorney Andrew Maki told the court that Mittelstadt had not yet completed his community service, and Judge Rod Smeltzer granted an additional 90 days for Mittelstadt to complete the community service. The misdemeanor bail jumping charge is connected to Mittelstadt’s failure to fulfill the deferred prosecution agreement from the previous case of obstructing an officer. In the methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia case, Judge Smeltzer set bail with a $1,000 signature bond December 19. Mittelstadt’s next court hearing is scheduled for April 7. Post #330 Downtown Wilson, WI 715-772-4266 Thursdays at 7 p.m. Meat Raffles held every Saturday at 2:30 p.m. 8tfc* New testing explained to Boyceville School Board BOYCEVILLE — The school board listened to a report from Middle/High School Principal Steve Glocke about the new student testing called “ACT Aspire.” He presented a slide show of how students in the high school compare to the National Average in five different classes. The new testing will allow the school to see where students are, either at or above the benchmark and those who are close to it and those who need support. Glocke told the board that freshmen will have to take the test twice in their first year of high school, once in the fall and then again in the spring. Sophomores will be required to take the test in the spring. He noted that on March 3rd every junior in the state will be taking the test, and on March 4th they will take a “Work Key test.” Glocke also informed the board that the WIAA Regional Wrestling Tournament will be held in Boyceville on February 14. Elementary Principal Nick Kaiser told the board that they have started on the 2015-16 school calendar. He also noted that the students have started a school store. “Mostly, with school supply items,” he said. Kaiser said that the band “Reverse Order” would perform at the school on Wednesday morning at 9 a.m. with a theme addressing the issue of bullying. He invited anyone interested to attend. Kaiser also noted that the past week was National Crossing Guard Week and that the guards were invited into the school for coffee last week. His report indicated that the crossing guards are: Ray Cherney, Dennis Minter, Vicki Johnson, Alicia and Bruce Skinner, and Doug and Shari Hellendrung. District Superintendent Kevin Sipple addressed the board about the two days that there was no school because of bad weather. He noted that school policy states that the school will have make-up days on the second and fourth and beyond. Sipple told the board that the first make up day would be Friday, June 5th. Sipple noted to the board that the Dunn-St. Croix Conference Superintendents met and approved allowing St. Croix Central to leave the conference and have Durand come in. WIAA will need to approve the change, he said. Sipple also addressed the work of lawmakers in Madison. In his report, Sipple said, “State Superintendent Dr. Tony Evers and Dr. Michael Thompson provided updates on Federal and State initiatives at our CESA 11 meeting last week. They encouraged anyone who is supportive of public education to be very aware of legislative work.” Sipple continued, “We need to keep an eye on what is going on down there at Madison.” B o n n i e B a k e r, D i r e c t o r of Special Education/School Psychologist reported to the school board saying, “that C. Kristen Henningfeld, Suzanne Carlson and Nancy Anderson completed training so that they could administer the Dynamic Learning Maps to several of our cognitively impaired students.” She also touched on the Civil Rights Data Collection survey noting that the survey is a federal data survey, which is mandatory for all public school/local education agencies in the United States. Baker noted that the survey was done once every ten years but now it will be annually. “We are doing a term approach with our students,” she told the board. In other action the board approved the retirement request from Science Teacher Steward Skrove. Board President Gail Stark praised him for his 29 years with the Boyceville School District. The board also accepted three grants. One from the Ann Marie Foundation for $1,900 for the Wright Group Reading Intervention program at the Elementary school, and other from Ann Marie for $838 to be used for noise blocking headphones and a Carl Perkins Mini-Grant for $1,905 for Virtual Business Management Software for the accounting class. 92,398 people in WI selected 2015 Marketplace plans in the first month of open enrollment According to a report released on December 30 by the Department of Health and Human Services, 92,398 people in Wisconsin selected plans through the Health Insurance Marketplace leading up to the December 15 deadline for coverage beginning Jan. 1, 2015. About 90 percent of Wisconsinites who selected health insurance plans in the first month of open enrollment were determined eligible for financial assistance to lower their monthly premiums, compared to 88 percent who selected plans over a similar period last year. Of the 92,398 Wisconsinites who selected a plan, 58 percent reenrolled in a Marketplace plan in 2015 and 42 percent signed up for the first time. The December 30 report provides the first detailed analysis of enrollment in the Marketplaces for the first month of the 2015 open enrollment period. Because the automatic reenrollment process for the 37 states using the HealthCare.gov platform (including Wisconsin) began on December 16 and was completed for the vast majority of consumers on December 18, the December 30 report with data through December 15 does not fully capture the number of people who selected plans leading up to the deadline for Jan. 1, 2015 coverage. “ We ’ r e p l e a s e d t h a t i n Wisconsin 92,398 people signed up for Marketplace coverage during the first month of open enrollment. The vast majority were able to lower their costs even further by getting tax credits, making a difference in the bottom lines of so many families,” HHS Secretary Sylvia M. Burwell said. “Interest in the Marketplace has been strong during the first month of open enrollment. We still have a ways to go and a lot of work to do before February 15, but this is an encouraging start.” Nationwide, more than 4 million people signed up for the first time or reenrolled in coverage for 2015 during the first month of open enrollment. That includes more than 3.4 million people who selected a plan in the 37 states that are using the HealthCare. gov platform for 2015 (including Wisc on sin ), a nd m ore t ha n 600,000 consumers who selected plans in the 14 states that are operating their own Marketplace platform for 2015. HHS also released a Weekly Enrollment Snapshot that captures more recent enrollment activity in the Marketplace. The Weekly Snapshot shows that from November 15 to December 26, nearly 6.5 million consumers selected a plan or were automatically reenrolled. Open Enrollment in the Marketplace runs from Nov. 15, 2014, through Feb. 15, 2015. Consumers should visit HealthCare.gov to review and compare health plan options. Consumers shopping for health insurance coverage should sign up by Jan. 15, 2015, in order to have coverage effective on Feb. 1, 2015. If consumers who were automatically reenrolled decide in the coming weeks that a better plan exists for their families, they can make that change at any time before the end of open enrollment on February 15. Consumers can find local help at: Localhelp.healthcare.gov/. Or call the Federally-facilitated Marketplace Call Center at 1-800318-2596. TTY users should call 1-855- 889-4325. Translation services are available. The call is free. The information contained in the December 30 report provides the most systematic summary of enrollment-related activity in the Marketplaces to date. Data for the various metrics are counted using comparable definitions for data elements across states and Marketplace types. To r e a d t h e m o n t h l y enrollment report visit: http:// aspe.hhs.gov/health/reports/2014/ MarketPlaceEnrollment/Dec2014/ ib_2014Dec_enrollment.pdf Wednesday, January 21, 2015 - Tribune Press Reporter - Page 5 Barn building material has ties to Glenwood lumbering days Jim McNamara, who operated the family farm in Section Two of the Town of Emerald, stopped in the office recently and talked about the barn on the farm that was constructed back in 1923. The 36 X 80 foot barn was a replacement for a barn that was destroyed by a tornado. The picture above is of the construction of the barn. Jim noted that the farm will becoming a century farm very soon with his family having farmed it for a hundred years. But what is the interesting part of the barn is that the lumber that was used in the building of the new barn has ties to people who worked during the lumber days of Glenwood City. In our December 31st issue we carried a front-page St. Croix County offering free radon test kits In an effort to get more homes tested, St. Croix County Public Health Department is offering a free short term radon test kit to owners of St. Croix County homes that have never been tested before. The free test kit is available to the homeowner who comes to a St. Croix County office to pick up the kit. There will be an informational form to fill out identifying the home that has not been tested. If you are retesting your St. Croix County home, a short term radon test kit can be purchased for $5.00. These offers are good until February 28, 2015. Radon is a naturally occurring, invisible, odorless gas that is harmlessly dispersed in outdoor air, but when trapped in buildings, can be harmful at elevated levels. The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) reported that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. and that it is a serious public health problem. The NAS concluded that radon causes between 15,000 and 22,000 lung cancer deaths each year, about one third of them preventable. Testing homes for elevated levels of radon is simple and inexpensive. If discovered, radon problems can Project expected to be a catalyst to city’s downtown redevelopment plans $500,000 State Grant Will Help Expand Food Co-op in Menomonie MADISON – The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) has awarded a $500,000 grant to the City of Menomonie to help expand a downtown food market—a project expected to create new jobs and play a key role in the redevelopment of downtown. The Community Development Investment Grant will fill the remaining gap in the $3.9 million expansion and relocation project that will more than quadruple the retail space at the Menomonie Market Food Co-op. The project will create 25 new jobs at the city’s only downtown grocery store. “A strong downtown is vital to the overall economic health of a community, and the Community Development Investment Grant Program is helping communities all over the state revitalize their business districts,” said Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch, who announced the grant at the Dunn County Economic Development Corporation’s annual banquet. “Not only will this grant directly benefit those who live and work in the area, but a vibrant downtown will help other Dunn County businesses recruit and retain quality employees.” “The City of Menomonie is pleased to have the support of the WEDC grant for the Menomonie Market Food Co-op and Farmer’s Market projects,” said Mayor Randy Knaack. “The impact this will have on our community is great by supporting a community need, creating jobs and improving our tax base. This improvement will initiate an economic development reaction that will affect multiple businesses within the area in a positive way, continuing the positive growth in our community.” Crystal Halvorson, general manager of the Menomonie Market Food Co-op, added: “We are thrilled to learn that the City of Menomonie has been awarded this grant. For Menomonie Market, it means we can build the grocery store that our owners need, and be ready to do even more work to meet our goals of a thriving, healthy community as soon as we are open. Restoring the farmer’s market to our downtown and building a permanent structure that can accommodate all sorts of functions is a great way for the city to invest in our community.” WEDC’s Community Development Investment Grant Program supports community development and redevelopment efforts—primarily in downtown areas—throughout the state. Since its inception in 2013, the program has provided more than $5.8 million in grants to 39 communities. The City of Menomonie is one of seven communities awarded a grant out of 32 applications received from the throughout the state in this round of funding. Communities were selected based on the ability to demonstrate the economic impact of the proposed project, including public and private partnership development, financial need, and use of sustainable downtown development practices. WEDC will hold two additional competitions for funding this year with application deadlines of Jan. 30 and April 17. “Since its inception, WEDC’s Community Development Investment Grant Program has provided $6.7 million in funding to 38 communities in every part of the state,” said Reed Hall, secretary and CEO of WEDC, the story, which was a letter written by Fred Raffelson in 1966. Fred lived as a youngster in Glenwood during the lumber years and his letter was about that time. In one part of the letter he relates that as the timber was exhausted here, the equipment of the Glenwood Manufacturing Company was moved to Bonner’s Ferry, Idaho. He told about those people from Glenwood that accompanied that move and then those that moved on to Everett, Washington to work in lumber business there. Well, the rest of the story is: that the lumber to build the new barn on the McNamara farm came from Everett, Washington where those workers from Glenwood had settled. Jim stated that the cost of the materials was $900. state’s lead economic development agency. “We are pleased to assist Menomonie with a project that will pay dividends for the entire community.” Menomonie Market Food Coop, which was established in 1973, has outgrown its current location and was having difficulty finding the space it needed to grow downtown. The state grant, along with $386,000 in funding provided by the city, will enable the co-op to demolish a building that is owned by Dunn County. A new 13,000-square-foot building will include a community classroom, expanded product lines, and a largely expanded deli serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. There will be more space for produce and meat, which will provide more opportunities for local food vendors to sell their product. As part of the project, Menomonie Farmers Market, which had been located nine blocks east of downtown, will be relocated to a permanent plaza near the co-op and an underused city park. The expanded Menomonie Market will be key to the redevelopment and continued economic development plan for downtown Menomonie and the surrounding area. The enhancements have already helped to initiate other developments, such as a $6 million mixed-use development, a $3 million drug store and a $2 million dental office complex. City and state officials say those developments will not only increase the tax base, but will make downtown more attractive to additional development. be fixed for costs similar to many common home repairs. There are now many local contractors who are state certified to perform radon mitigation activities. The office locations to pick up a kit are: Community Development Department, 1101 Carmichael Rd, Hudson, WI 54016 (715-3864680); Public Health Department 1752 Dorset Ln New Richmond, WI, 54017 (715-246-8330); or Ag and Education Services Center, 1960 8th Ave, Baldwin, WI 54002 (715-531-1930) Info on radon can be found at 888-LOW RADON or a t w w w. s c c w i . u s / e n v i r o n mentalhealth or the Saint Croix County Public Health Department at 715-246-8370 or email [email protected] Implements of Husbandry (IoH) update meetings planned MENOMONIE — Farmers, agriculturists and public officials are invited to attend a seminar to start reviewing No Fee Permit requirements for operating implements of husbandry (IoH) and agricultural commercial motor vehicles (Ag CMV) on local town roads, county and state highways in 2015. The University of WisconsinExtension offices in Dunn and St. Croix County along with Dunn and St. Croix County Farm Bureau are hosting sessions about these changes on: • Tuesday, February 10th from 1 -3 p.m. at the Dean and Sue’s Bar and Grill, 2002 Midway Road, Menomonie, WI 54751 • Wednesday, February 11th from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Agriculture Service and Education Center, Baldwin Wisconsin Act 377 was signed into law in April 2014. This legislation updates the definition of implements of husbandry (IOH), extends weight limitations for IoH and Ag CMVs from a maximum single axle weight of 20,000 pounds to 23,000 and the maximum gross vehicle weight would go from 80,000 to 92,000 pounds. The bill also addresses length and width limits, safety concerns to lighting, and rules of the road. The legislation would require farmers and large equipment operators to secure a No Fee Permit (annual or consecutive month) from their local town, county or state unit of government, depending on the roads the equipment will be operated on. These workshops will address the next steps of 2014 Wisconsin Act 377 including: • Brief overview of IoH and Ag CMV law changes including vehicle size and weight limits •L i g h t i n g a n d m a r k i n g requirements taking effect November 2015 •H o w t o c o m p l e t e N o Fee Permit applications and application process • Overview of County and Town resolutions and No Fee Permit requirements Speakers will include: Cheryl Skjolaas, UW-Extension Agricultural Safety Specialist and Rob Richard, Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation. At the Menomonie session, information will also be provided by Katie Wantoch, UW-Extension Dunn C o u n t y, a n d J e s s e R i n t a l a , Dunn County Public Works Department—- Highway Division. At the Baldwin session, additional information will be provided by Ryan Sterry UW-Extension St. Croix County, and Tim Ramberg, St. Croix Highway Dept. Registration is not required for these seminars. For more info contact Katie Wantoch, UWExtension Dunn County, katie. [email protected], (715) 232-1636, http://dunn.uwex.edu or Ryan Sterry, UW-Extension St. Croix County, ryan.sterry@ces. uwex.edu, (715) 531-1930. State and local mine reclamation standards to be explained What will sand or gravel mine sites look like when they are exhausted? That question, along with state and local standards guiding the local mining industry will be discussed at a program of the Chippewa Valley Sierra Club, at 7:30 PM Wednesday, Feb. 4, at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Eau Claire. C h i p p e w a C o u n t y ’s D a n Masterpole supervises the nonmetallic mine reclamation process in Chippewa County on behalf of the county and state. He’ll explain what the state standards require, and how local county land conservation agencies work with the mining companies up front to make sure the process works as required. Zeroing in on the burgeoning local sand industry, he’ll give an overview of how the state standards affect the sand mine sites, and discuss the experiences to date and lessons learned. He’ll also describe a mine reclamation and research study being conducted in Chippewa County. Masterpole is the Chippewa County Conservationist and Director of the Chippewa County Dept. of Land Conservation and Forest Management. There is no fee for the presentation which is open to the public. The Unitarian Universalist Church is at 421 S. Farwell St. in Eau Claire. For more information contact Paul Hoff, 715-834-5418, or [email protected]. Page 6 - Tribune Press Reporter - Wednesday, January 21, 2015 Lady Bulldogs down Cardinals to earn fifth straight conference win By Kelsie Hoitomt With the loss to the Cameron Comets on January 5, the Lady Bulldogs have won six out of their last seven games with the most recent against Turtle Lake last Friday. They also won their fifth straight conference game on Tuesday, January 13 at home against Spring Valley. 51-42 victory at home The Cardinals were dead last in the conference with their record at 0-8 after losing to the Lady Dogs. Despite that, they actually played completely in stride with the Bulldogs through two quarters. The score was tied in the first half after both teams posted ten points in the first quarter then 12 points in the second. Morgan Kuhn put up the first three for the Bulldogs. Cassie Malean also scored three points in the first by a double and a free UP AND IN- Brooklyn Hellmann scores one of two baskets here in the third quarter of the Bulldog’s winning game against Spring Valley. — photo by Kelsie Hoitomt throw. Lexi Peterson and Brooklyn Hellmann each had a double. Malean’s shots in the first warmed her up just enough that she went off on a tear in the second quarter. She was fouled to start and scored one basket. Then she drained a three and backed that up with a double. Peterson dropped a three in as well and Kuhn drove in a shot for two. Madysn Riek was fouled on a shot attempt and made one of her baskets. Jolene Bird was vocal from the sidelines about the girls moving their feet more and their response to the coach’s request resulted in a very well played third quarter. They posted 20 points against the Cardinal’s nine, which was the game changer that brought the Bulldogs their nine point victory. Riek has been a solid figure on the court throughout the season for the Bulldogs with her strong statue, but this was her breakout performance. She hit the foul shot in the second and then took real control of the ball in the third. She drained a triple and then a double before being fouled. She scored three out of three of her shots and then ended the quarter with another double. The other ten points came from two doubles by Hellmann, a jump shot from Shyanne Marlett, and baskets from Kuhn and Malean. The final eight minutes of the game had the Bulldogs scoring 11 points with Kuhn leading the court with five. She was covered by defenders, but took a step and drove up and in for the first basket of the quarter. She followed that up with a three, which gave the Bulldogs some cushion in their score as the Cardinals had brought their deficit down to four points. Riek scored a double and then Malean was fouled with 31 seconds left to play. She made both her shots for the Bulldogs final points of the game. The Cardinals tried to run the Bulldog boys upset Mondovi for first conference win By Kelsie Hoitomt The Boyceville boys basketball team earned their first DunnSt. Croix Conference “W” after upsetting the Mondovi Buffaloes 51-39 last Thursday, January 15. That win was just what they needed for a morale boost after losing to Turtle Lake two days before 40-38. After the Bulldogs’ game in Mondovi, they were on the road again Saturday with a trip to Elmwood that ended in a one point loss of 44-43 to the Elmwood/Plum City Wolves. Starting the week in TL The Bulldogs led for 24 minutes against the Lakeland-Central Lakers. They were ahead 9-7 after the first quarter, then 16-10 by the half and 28-18 going into the fourth. Their ten point lead changed when out of no where, it seemed, the Lakers went off on offense and scored 22 points to the Bulldogs’ ten. The Lakers offense scored four triples, four doubles and two free throws for their two point victory of 40-38. Scoring wise, the Bulldogs started off with four doubles in the first quarter by Hunter Anderson, Jake McIntyre and Brett Boda; Anderson also had a free throw. Then in the second quarter, Sam Hellmann had two doubles and a free throw and then Justin Schulz dropped one in for their seven points. Out of the half time break, Brady Schutts and Hellmann each drove in two buckets and Schulz and Anderson each had one for a total of 12 team points. The game ended with the Bulldogs scoring three doubles; two from Schulz and one free throw, one from Hellmann and then three free throws from Schutts. Hellmann led the team in points with 11 from his five doubles and one free throw. Then it was Schulz with nine from four doubles and one free throw. Schutts finished with six, Anderson had five, McIntyre had four and Boda had two. Buffaloes taste defeat The Bulldogs played a solid three quarters of basketball in Mondovi, but had one bad run in the second quarter. Thankfully, it happened in the middle of the game and not at the end so they were able to recover nicely and take the win. The first quarter of the game had the Bulldogs on top 16-10. The second quarter was a flop with just six points posted to the Buffaloes’ 12, which put the score at 22-22 going into the half. Schutts was hot on the court with three doubles and two free throws. McIntyre also started off strong with two doubles and two free throws of his own. Anderson also knocked in one double. In the second, it was a basket each from McIntyre, Mitch Leach and Schutts that gave the Bulldogs their six team points before the half. Out of the break, the score yoyo’d back into the Bulldog’s favor after Mondovi had their one bad quarter. The Bulldogs scored 13 points to Mondovi’s six for a 35-28 lead after the third. The Bulldogs were aggressive under the net with six shots pushed up and in for 12 points and then Schutts had a single free throw. The game ended with Leach finishing strong for his team with three out of four free throws scored along with three doubles. Schutts had one double as well and then McIntyre, Anderson and Boda scored free throws. Leach and Schutts shared the title of points leader for that game with 15 from both of them. Schutts had six doubles and was three for three from the line. Leach also had six doubles and was three for four from the line. McIntyre followed with ten from his three doubles and he was four out of five from the line. Anderson had two doubles and two free throws for six. Boda had one double and one free throw and Schulz had one double. Bitter one point loss The Bulldogs’ loss to the Wolves left a bitter taste in their mouth after being defeated by just one point 44-43. The Bulldogs attempted to redeem themselves with a game Tuesday night at home against Central. That was the first of a four game home stretch with Friday’s game against Spring Valley and then Saturday they will host Stanley-Boyd. Pin gives BV wrestlers 1-point win over EC North BOYCEVILLE — The power of the pin. Boyceville used it to claim a thrilling, come-from-behind, onepoint win over Eau Claire North in a non-conference home wrestling dual Tuesday, January 13. Trailing by five points heading into the final match of the evening, one that featured the Bulldogs’ state-ranked senior Austin Wolfe, Boyceville needed nothing less than a pin if it was to prevail. Eau Claire North had already won eight of the 14 matches so a tie would have given the Huskies the team victory on tie-breaking criteria (number of matches won). Boyceville needed a pin. And that is just what Wolfe delivered. It took him just 58 seconds to put Eau Claire North’s Efrain Sueldo on the mat for six points and a thrilling Boyceville victory, 31-30. The Bulldogs took the early advantage with wins in two of the first three matches. Boyceville sophomore James Palmer opened the dual with a close 2-0 decision over Tyler Deacon at 120 pounds. North tied the dual with a 7-5 win at 126. Tyler Stroo came through with the first of the Bulldogs’ three pins on the night as he stuck North’s Josh Schneider to give Boyceville a 9-3 lead. The Huskies, however, won the next four matches including one by fall and another by major decision to vault to 19-9 advantage. Garrett Joles would snap the North run with a much needed pin at 170 pounds. Logan McAbee-Thomas, making a return to the lineup for the first time since an injury sidelined him during the Northern Badger, won on a disqualification at 182 pounds. North’s Hunter Dahlby was leading 12-2 when a penalty was called and he was disqualified. It was a turn-ofevents that proved to be a key in the Bulldogs’ win and gave them a temporary 21-19 lead. North would score a major decision at 195 and a decision at 220 to take a 26-21 lead. Brandon Windsor would close the Boyceville deficit to one point with a 9-1 major decision over Jake Carruth at 285 pounds. But Mason Phillips of North turned the tables at 106 pounds and delivered a 13-5 major decision to up the Husky lead to 3025 with one match to go. That is when Wolfe stepped on the mat and needed less than a minute to give Boyceville an exciting 31-30 win via pin. The Bulldogs return to action this Thursday, January 22 after an eight-day break. Boyceville will host Mondovi in a conference dual at 7 p.m. The squad will then travel to St. Croix Falls on Saturday for an invitational meet. Glenwood City will come to town for the annual showdown on Thursday, January 29. ball down to their net, but Abbey Bird quickly snatched it away and held onto it until the buzzer rang. Malean and Riek tied in points scored with 13 each. Malean had three doubles, one triple and was four for six from the line. Riek had also had three doubles and one triple and she finished with four out of five free throws made. Kuhn followed with 12 points of her own from her three doubles and two triples. Hellmann had six from her three doubles. Peterson had five from one double and one triple and Marlett had her one double. Lakers pawed away There were more fouls called and free throws taken than normal shots in the Bulldogs game against Turtle Lake. Right from the start there was foul trouble with three calls against the Lakers that put Riek on the line for a total of five attempts. She made three baskets as well as a two-point shot for five out of Bulldogs’ 15 points in the first. The Bulldogs were in the same boat with unnecessary fouls called against them so early in the contest. The Lakers scored 13 points with four of them free throws; eight shots were attempted overall. The Bulldogs paced their way through the first half with shots from Marlett, Kuhn and Riek. Marlett had three doubles, Kuhn had a triple and one double and Riek had one double. Out of the half, the Bulldogs’ offense took a bit of a nose dive with just five points scored, which put them ahead by just four points after the third. The score was 33-29 going into the final eight minutes. The Bulldogs were able to hold the Lakers away from the basket except for two shots, which gave them four points overall. The Bulldogs themselves made six shots, which included three free throws from Malean, one free throw and one double from Riek and one double from Hellmann. The Bulldogs were seven for 18 from the free throw line with four out of ten shots made by Riek. She led the team in points with ten with three doubles also added. Hellmann and Marlett followed with eight each; Brooklyn drained two three’s and had one double and Shyanne had four doubles. Malean finished with seven points from her two doubles and three free throw. Kuhn had one double and one triple for five and Abbey Bird made one triple at the start of the game. Next on the schedule for the Boyceville girls is a road trip to Colfax this Thursday, January 22. They will then play at home on Saturday (Jan. 24) against Stanley-Boyd at 5:00 p.m. They are back at home Tuesday (Jan. 27) as well for a conference contest against the number two team, Elk Mound. MADYSN RIEK drives to the net for a two-point shot banked off the glass. She posted 13 points against the Cardinals in the Bulldog’s 51-42 victory. —photo by Kelsie Hoitomt Blackhawk skaters go 3-0 on the week By Brian Nadeau Throughout the season, in any sport, there are highs and lows, and critical moments that may not seem that way when they occur. The Blackhawk hockey team may have just completed a stretch that fits that description and answered any questions there may have been about their resiliency. The week began with the Blackhawks traveling to Somerset and taking the ice for the first time after a lopsided loss to New Richmond. The Blackhawks needed to right the ship quickly and move forward. The game started with Somerset notching the first two goals of the game, the first a minute in, and it did not look good early for the Blackhawks. The Blackhawks generated pressure in the Somerset zone near the end of the first period, and that appeared to carry over. Coming out after the first intermission and facing a 2-0 deficit, the Blackhawks answered immediately when Mitchell Hurtgen scored at 0:23 with assists going to Landon Albrightson and Cole Stevens. The Spartans wasted little time, scoring the next two goals in less than three minutes, to stretch the lead to 4-1. Luke Meyer struck next, scoring at 5:37 with assists going to Gavin Hessler and Brandon Connett. The Spartans were then assessed a five-minute major penalty, followed by a minor penalty and the Hawks were skating 5-on-3. Albrightson scored to cut the deficit to 4-3. Assisting on the goal were Hurtgen and Connett. Late in the second period the Spartans scored an unassisted goal to make it 5-3 and the Blackhawks had their work cut out for them in the final frame. In the third, both teams exchanged pressure, and it appeared the goal-scoring flurry had ended, but that was only true for one team. At 7:38, Albrightson scored from Connett and Hurtgen making it a one-goal deficit once more. Twelve seconds later, a fresh line knotted the game at 5-5 with Mitchell Larson scoring, assisted by Gavin Hessler and Luke Meyer. The Blackhawks went on the power play shortly thereafter, and despite not connecting, the pressure created by the Hawks in the Somerset zone remained steady, and at 12:32, Brandon Connett scored with an assist t o Tu c k e r N a u s s , a n d t h e Blackhawks took their first lead of the game 6-5. After a Somerset timeout, and a 6-on-5 attack from the Spartans with an empty net, Hessler was able to put the icing on the cake 7-5 with the empty-netter at 16:36. Next up for the Blackhawks was the Siren Co-op, which is a Middle Border Conference matchup as well. After surrendering a goal a minute and a half into the game, the Blackhawks reeled off the next four goals, racing out to a 4-1 lead. Albrightson scored first to tie the game at 1-1, assisted by Hurtgen. Albrightson then struck again unassisted to take the lead 2-1. Larson made it 3-1 with an assist to Hessler, and then the power play unit led by Meyer made it 4-1 with assists being credited to Hessler and Larson. The Blizzard were able to notch one more goal in the first period, and it ended with the Blackhawks up 4-2. A minute and a half into the second period, Albrightson completed his hat trick making it 5-2 with assists to Hurtgen and Connett. The Blizzard then went on the attack scoring on the power play and then even-strength to make it 5-4 in favor of the Hawks. Late in the second, the Blackhawks were able to capitalize on the power play with Connett scoring assisted by Meyer. That lead was short-lived as the Blizzard answered thirteen seconds later, making it 6-5. For the second game in a row, the third period belonged to the Blackhawks. Hessler scored at 9:04 to make it 7-5 and was assisted by Connett and Meyer. Larson then closed out the scoring at 11:10 assisted by Hessler, and the Blackhawks moved to 4-3 in MBC action with the 8-5 victory. Rounding out the week, the Blackhawks traveled to West St. Paul to take on the Warriors of Sibley High School in a nonconference battle. The Warriors struck first and controlled the opening period, leading 2-0 after the first. At 10:56 of the second, Albrightson continued his torrid pace of late with a goal, making it 2-1. Meyer and Hessler assisted on the goal. After a Sibley score, making it 3-1, the Blackhawks answered with two of their own, tying the game at 3-3 after two periods of play. Albrightson netted the second goal with an assist to Connett, and then defenseman Leo Rasmussen scored on a laser from the point, assisted by Connett and Albrightson. The Blackhawks took their first lead of the game at 10:30 of the third when Meyer scored to make it 4-3. Assisting on the goal were Albrightson and Connett. Sibley answered two minutes later and the game was back to even with 4:11 to play. The Blackhawks wasted little time reclaiming the lead, when Hurtgen scored 25 seconds later, assisted by Nauss and Albrightson. Again the Blackhawks had to fend off the extra attacker, as Sibley pulled their goalie and the pressure was on in the Hawks’ zone. Albrightson was able to get the puck on his stick as time was winding down, and lofted the puck over the Sibley defense, all the way to the other end, and into the net for his second hat trick of the week, and a 7-5 final. Connett was credited with an assist on the final tally. The three-game sweep moves the Blackhawks to 11-6 overall, and 4-3 in the Middle Border Conference. The Blackhawks continue action next week with 3-game homestand with Amery, Altoona, and Regis/McDonnell. Food processor scholarships available for 2015-16 The Midwest Food Processors Association (MWFPA) is offering up to six $1,500 scholarships to undergraduate students who are majoring in agriculture or food science and attending the University of WisconsinMadison, University of WisconsinPlatteville or the University of Wisconsin-River Falls for the 2015-16 academic year. “The MWFPA recognizes the vital role played by agriculture and the food processing industry in the Midwest economy,” said MWFPA president Nick George. “These scholarships help students to continue their education and support the growth of these two major industries.” The six scholarships are offered under two programs created by the MWFPA in honor of leaders in the food processing industry. The Kenneth G. Weckel Scholarship is named for a University of Wisconsin food science professor who contributed greatly to the advancement of vegetable and fruit processing through his research and teaching. The other scholarship is named for Carleton A. Friday whose family founded the Friday Canning Company of New Richmond, Wisconsin. Wednesday, January 21, 2015 - Tribune Press Reporter - Page 7 Glenwood girls finish 2-0 on court after two week break from play By Kelsie Hoitomt The Glenwood City girls basketball team was resting at third overall in the Dunn-St. Croix Conference with a 5-3 record after beating Mondovi last Friday night 37-32. The Toppers went two weeks without playing a game going into Friday's contest. They were at home then on Monday night for a double-header with the boys' team against Prairie Farm. Victory in Mondovi The Toppers' five point win over the Buffaloes should have MORIAH KUEHNDORF was fouled as she tried to drive to the basket during the Lady Hilltoppers home non-conference game against Prairie Farm on Monday, January 19. Kuehndorf finished with ten points in a 49-24 Hilltoppers’ win. —photo by Shawn DeWitt been a blow out when one looks at Mondovi's record and sees that they are 1-7 in the conference with 13 total losses on their overall record. The Toppers seemed to have played down to Mondovi's level and nearly lost the game after leading 10-7 after the first, then trailing 14-12 at the half and then the score was tied at 24s going into the final quarter. The Toppers were able to keep control of the ball in the fourth quarter, which forced Mondovi to foul and put their opponent on the line. Key free throws were made as well as two doubles from Maya Petersen, one from Moriah Kuehndorf and Jen Kopacz that were enough to put the Toppers ahead for the win. As a team the Toppers made 12 doubles, one triple and were just 10 of 23 from the foul line. Kopacz and Kuehndorf led in points with nine each; Jen made three doubles and three free throws and Moriah had two doubles, one triple and two free throws. Petersen followed with eight from three doubles and two free throws. Gabby Peterson finished with five from two doubles and one free throw. Megan Samens had one double and two free throws and then Jenesa Klinger made one double. Prairie Farm visits and loses The Panthers were 5-5 overall this season, but just 1-4 in their Lakeland-Central conference. They played like they had only won one game this season against the Toppers as they trailed 22-8 near the middle of the second quarter. The scoreboard read 2412 at the halftime buzzer. The Toppers jumped out to an early lead with 15 points scored in the first quarter alone. Petersen was active under the net with three doubles, Peterson, Klinger and Kadinger each drove in one and then Kuehndorf landed a three. The second quarter they struggled some on rebounds, which put the ball in the hands of the Panthers more than the previous quarter. The girls posted nine points to Prairie Farm's eight with a three by Klinger, a double from Kadinger and Peterson and free throws by Kuehndorf. The Toppers were a yo-yo on offense with the 15 initial points, then they dropped to nine, then in the third quarter they came out swinging with 17 points, but in the fourth they scored just eight points on four baskets. Despite their own inconsistency, they still held a solid lead over the Panthers with the score at 41-18 after the third. The Panthers managed to score 12 points in the second half with six in each quarter for the final score of 49-24. Kadinger led in points in the third with a double, then a triple, followed by another double scored. Klinger had two jumpers for four points, Kuehndorf hit one shot for two, Peterson had one double and a free throw and then Petersen made one free throw. The game ended with Kuehndorf and Kadinger each draining a three and then Klinger was fouled and scored both her baskets. Kadinger led in points with 14 from her four doubles and two triples. Klinger followed with 11 from three doubles, one triple and she was two for two at the line. Kuehndorf was a point behind with ten from her one double, two triples and two free throws. And the Peterson/Petersen duo each posted seven points with three doubles and one free throw scored by each. The Toppers will dive back into a full schedule of play with a game at home this Thursday (Jan. 22) and one again on Saturday, which will be in Clayton at 1:30 p.m. They will then be back on the road Tuesday (Jan. 27) for a game against St. Croix Central. BUSTING THROUGH a pair of Prairie Farm defenders was Glenwood City junior Morgan Kadinger duirng a non-conference home game with Prairie Farm on Monday, January 19. Kadinger lead the GC girls with 14 points including ten in the second half of a 49-24 win. —photo by Shawn DeWitt Toppers fall to 2-5 in D-SC after loss to Colfax and Elk Mound Toppers tried to answer back with three pointers, but they missed. Soon time was running out and they were left with only one choice and that was to foul. That put the Vikings on the line, but to the Toppers’ advantage they only scored two out of six shot attempts. Todd Petersen scored a double and a free throw and Kadinger had a free throw as well in the fourth. The Toppers again did not have much inside action as they scored just about as many doubles as triples; five doubles and six triples. Wallace led that game in points with 12 from his four threes. Hierlmeier followed with 11 from three doubles, one triple and he was two for two from the line. Kadinger finished with seven from one double, one triple and he made two out of four free throws and then Petersen finished with one double and one free throw. Home against Elk Mound The Toppers had a 17-7 lead at one point against the Mounders in the first half, but that changed all too quickly in the third quarter. The Mounders tied the score up at 23 and then again at 26 before taking a commanding lead for the win of 49-35. The Toppers seem to be shying away from the basket and inside shots. Instead they are going for the long ball, which presents inconsistencies and that has seemed to cost them their last two games. The Toppers shot six three pointers and just eight doubles in their contest against Elk Mound. The Mounders on the other hand had 14 doubles and four triples. The game started with the Toppers ahead 10-5 with a three and free throw by Wallace, two doubles by Kadinger and one from Petersen to put them on the board. The second quarter was a wash with both teams scoring nine points. Wallace again hit a three and Petersen, Schone and Ormson banked in a shot off the glass for two. The third quarter was really the difference maker. The Topper team scored just three baskets for a total of seven points by a three from Tyler Woodruff and a double from Kadinger and Petersen. The Mounders posted 16 points of their own from five doubles and two triples, which was enough to give them their first lead of 30-26. Elk Mound’s offensive play only ignited after that with 19 points scored in the final eight minutes over the Toppers’ nine. DRIVING TO THE BASKET and putting up a shot was Glenwood They had 15 attempts from the City’s Bill Norenberg during the boys’ home game against Elk Mound line in the fourth quarter with on Saturday, January 17. The Mounders won the game 49-35. nine of them counting for points. —photo by Shawn DeWitt Aside from that they dropped in By Kelsie Hoitomt The Glenwood City boys’ basketball team played a trio of games this past week with their first contest on Thursday in Colfax. They were then at home on Saturday to host Elk Mound and again at home Monday night to host Prairie Farm. Their game in Colfax was a low scoring contest that ended in the Vikings’ favor 38-33. The Toppers trailed 11-8 after the first quarter, but they tied the game at 20s by the half after out scoring the Vikings 12-9. The Toppers did lead in the first quarter 5-0 after the Jake Hierlmeier scored two free throws and Marcus Kadinger hit a three. However, Sawyer DeMoe got the ball in his hands and the Toppers could not stop him. He drove in four shots for eight of the Vikings’ 11 points. Kip Wallace shot a three in the first quarter and then hit another one in the second, which gave the Toppers a brief lead of 12-11. The Toppers trailed again before Kadinger hit a double and then Wallace dropped his second three in for a 20-17 lead. There were three seconds left before the half and the Viking’s Brett Prince hit a triple to tie the score. Wallace knocked down his third three pointer and Hierlmeier drove in two baskets for a total of seven points in the third quarter. The Vikings however scored three doubles and a free throw of their own to tie the game once again 27-27. Hierlmeier had the first basket in the fourth quarter and then their action went cold. The Vikings scored nine straight points and the five doubles. On the Toppers’ side, Schone drained two three’s and Nate Mrdutt made one for the team’s final points. A surprising statistic was that the Toppers had just two free throw shots and one was made, which was Wallace in the first quarter. The Mounders took 19 shots from the line and were successful with nine. Schone led the team in points with eight from his two threes and one double. Wallace followed with seven from his two threes and one free throw. Then it was Kadinger and Petersen with six each from their three doubles. Woodruff and Mrdutt each finished with three and Ormson had two. 65-49 win over Panthers The Toppers had a big game against the Prairie Farm Panthers with a near 19 point lead at one point in the game. The Toppers boasted 21 points in the first quarter for a 21-8 lead. Then they were up 16 more points in the second for a 37-25 score at the half. Hierlmeier came out swinging with a triple drained, then a double, a second triple and another double for ten of the 21 points. Petersen played strong under the net with three doubles driven up and in. Kadinger also hit a triple and then Schone scored a double. After scoring 37 points in the first half, the Toppers took a nose dive out of the break with only six points posted in the third quarter. They had three baskets with one each from Wallace, Petersen and Ormson. The Panthers scored ten points, which put the score gap down to eight with the board reading 43-35 going into the fourth quarter. Prior to the fourth quarter there was just one free throw shot taken by the Toppers, but it turned into a brawl on the court in the final minutes with a staggering 18 shots attempted. Hierlmeier shot a three and then was fouled three times for six shots, which he was successful with five of them. Wallace knocked in a double and then was fouled twice and scored two out of four baskets. Petersen and Ormson also scored a double and went two for two from the line. Brandon Barstad played a quarter and made a double, which all together totaled the 22 team points for the win of 65-49. The Toppers finished with a much better inside game this time around with 16 doubles scored and seven triples. They finished with 12 free throws made out of 19. Hierlmeier had a big game with 21 points from his three triples, three doubles and he finished six for seven on the line. Petersen played one of his best games this season with 17 points from six doubles, one triple and his two free throws. Wallace followed with nine from two doubles, two free throws and one triple. Ormson had eight from three doubles and two free throws. Kadinger had two three’s. And Barstad and Schone each had one double. The Toppers will play this Saturday, January 24 in Clayton and then they will be back home on Monday for a game against Prescott. They will resume conference play on Thursday, January 29 with a road trip to Mondovi. OFF THE FINGERS TIPS — Hilltoppers’ point guard Nick Schone made this breakaway layup during the first half of Glenwood City’s home game against Elk Mound. Schone finished with eight points, including a pair of three-point shots, in a losing cause. The Mounders rallied for a 49-35 win. —photo by Shawn DeWitt Page 8 - Tribune Press Reporter - Wednesday, January 21, 2015 Topper grapplers defeated at home by Mondovi and Spring Valley By Kelsie Hoitomt GLENWOOD CITY— The Glenwood City wrestling team had a rough start to their conference dual at home as they lost to Mondovi last Tuesday and then to Spring Valley on Thursday. Mondovi’s match was a 16 point difference with the Toppers losing 46-30. On Thursday, however, they faced a state tournament quality team in the Cardinals and they were demolished, 63-9. The night started with the 145 pound match first. Spencer Peterson faced off against Dillon Larson and was defeated 7-0 after Larson got a take down and near fall in the first period and then another take down in the second. The Toppers forfeited 152 and bumped Jake O’Meara up to 160 where he went head to head with Garrett Kees. Jake quickly secured five points with a take down and near fall in the first period before he got the pin 3:04 into the match. Austin Wannemacher followed with his match against Ben Andress. Andress had a take down and then a two point near fall in the first. He got a three point near fall in the second as well as a take down and a point penalty, which put him ahead 10-0. The match ended shortly after the third period began when Andress got another take down and three point near fall for a tech fall. Jake Logghe put the Toppers back on the board after he wrestled Jake West and won by a pin in the third period. He started with four points in the first period and then three in the second after starting down, getting the escape and then adding a take down. He finished with the pin at 4:09. Logan Smith’s match against Bryce Johnson was as close as it could get. Smith had a take down in the first period and two in the second for a lead of 6-4 going into the final period. Johnson however managed to get Smith in a hold for a three M&M Bar and Grill........................ 33 15 Aflac............................................. 30.5 17.5 Barn Board................................... 29 19 Leaker’s II..................................... 28 20 Obermueller Trucking................... 26 22 Leaker’s Place.............................. 20 28 Pumphouse.................................. 14 34 Hager Construction...................... 11.5 36.5 HIGH IND. GAMES: Wado Standaert 256, Ben Krosnoski 250, Bryan Cress 236, Dan DeLong 232. HIGH IND. SERIES: Wado Standaert 694, Bryan Cress 659, Chuckie DeSmith 630, Ben Krosnoski 625. AVERAGES: Dave Brandt 212.5, Brian Cassellius 205.5, Bert Standaert 203, Ben Krosnoski 201, Mike Wink 200, Wado Standaert 199, Jon Standaert 198, Bill Standaert 196, Bernie Obermueller 194, Dean Anderson 193. Town and Country League January 12, 2015 Pumphouse.................................. 28 8 Hager Construction...................... 27 9 Leaf Construction......................... 19 17 Wilson Legion Gunners................ 18 18 Leaker’s Old Timers..................... 17 19 Melby’s......................................... 16.5 19.5 Anderson Funeral Home.............. 10 26 KC’s.............................................. 8.5 27.5 HIGH IND. GAMES: Bob Obermueller 234, Dick Schug 213, Dennis Berends 202, Dean Anderson 200, Steve Bazille 191, Brian Casey 191. HIGH IND. SERIES: Steve Bazille 538, Dick Schug 535, Bob Obermueller 513, Tom Moe 509, Dean Anderson 505, Bob Schug 505. AVERAGES: Brian Casey 193, John Hager 184.5, Dean Anderson 181, Bob Schug 180.5, Bob Obermueller 177.5, Dick Schug 173, Dylan Dikeman 172, Dennis Berends 170, Steve Bazille 168, Peg Obermueller 167.5. Wednesday Afternoon League January 14, 2015 Hair Depot.................................... 136 116 Fun Gals....................................... 134 118 Leaker’s........................................ 117 135 M&M Bar....................................... 117 135 HIGH IND. GAMES: Joe Goebel 178, Kay Cassellius 177, Sandy Drinkman 162. HIGH IND. SERIES: Joe Goebel 478, Kay Cassellius 469, Rosie Kohler 447. AVERAGES: Joe Goebel 164.5, Rosie Kohler 154. Wednesday Night Ladies League January 14, 2015 Melby’s......................................... 46 26 M&M Bar....................................... 41 31 Anderson Funeral Home.............. 31 41 Family ChiroCare......................... 26 46 HIGH IND. GAMES: Cindy Rassbach 194, Cindy Kathy Alleman 180. HIGH IND. SERIES: Cindy Rassbach 533, Kathy Alleman 512. AVERAGES: Cindy Rassbach 171.5, Kathy Alleman 170, Lori Klinger 170, Shari Wink 158.5, Mary Anderson 155. Seniors January 15, 2015 Global Genetics............................ 36.5 11.5 Leaker’s........................................ 24.5 23.5 Thrivent........................................ 20.5 27.5 Al’s Boondocks............................. 14.5 33.5 HIGH IND. GAMES: Rick Holmen 223, Doug Standaert 223, Jerry Cassellius 202, Bill Badgers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Yanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 3 0 4 1 Wildcats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Packer Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 7 4 9 10 Connorsville . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Hay River . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2 4 3 7 Top Hitters: Tim Hefermann 642, Nat Keilhotz 611, Koel Danovsky 592, An Randy Hoff 579, Dan Hanson 500, Reid Hillman 500. Top RBIs: Randy Hoff 9. Standings WINS St. Paul . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Wildcats . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Connorsville . . . . . . . . . . 14 Packer Inn . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Yanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Hay River . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Sheridan . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Badgers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 LOSES 10 16 13 13 14 14 14 15 Outdoorsman's Journal A column by Mark Walters JAKE LOGGHE tries to get a grip around Spring Valley’s Quinton Elliott during their 170 pound match. — photo by Kelsie Hoitomt point near fall that gave him the decision win of 7-6. The Toppers trailed 17-12 going into the 220 pound match, but that changed after Hogan Chouinard put Devon Yarrington on his back in the second period. That win gave the Toppers a one point lead of 18-17. The score continued to yo-yo after Anthony Melstrom lost to Tristen Lobe by a fall, but Austin Curvello won his match over Autumn Washok by a fall, which put the Toppers back ahead 24-23. Jake Nadeau followed at 113 and lost to Nick Pelke in the third period by a fall. Nadeau lost consciousness due to a pin hold that cut off his air-flow. Mondovi received six more points at the 120 match as well as their Austin Fedie pinned Brad Kessler in the first period. That put the score at 35-24. Their lead jumped even further when the Trevors faced off against each other. Mondovi’s Trevor Hurt was up 8-0 before he held onto Trevor Larson for the pin in the second period. The Toppers final points of the Winchester 200, Roger Ludtke 199. HIGH IND. SERIES: Rick Holmen 603, Doug Standaert 582, Roger Ludtke 576, Chuck Frieburg 543, Harry Standaert 529. AVERAGES: Doug Standaert 199.5, Rick Holmen 185.5, Roger Ludtke 177, Chuck Frieburg 173.5, Joe Grant 167, Larry Standaert 166.5, Marvin Booth 165. Thursday Night Ladies League January 15, 2015 Hager Construction...................... 44 19 Amazing Portraits by Angie.......... 37 26 Connie’s Catering......................... 36.5 26.5 Landscape Professionals............. 32.5 30.5 Melby’s Bags................................ 31 32 Obermueller Trucking-2................ 29 34 Papa’s Bar and Grill...................... 26 37 Clear Lake Self-Storage............... 16 47 HIGH IND. GAMES: Kathy Samens 191, Peg Heutmaker 190, GeriAnne Christensen 182, Raechel Pritchard 182. HIGH IND. SERIES: Peg Heutmaker 526, Angela McGee 516, GeriAnne Christensen 516. AVERAGES: Cari Cassellius 171.5, Peg Heutmaker 162.5, Jolene Hurtgen 162, Linda Scouten 160, Karla Obermueller 159, Jolene Wolff 158.5, Angela McGee 156, Jessica Hager 154, Kathy Samens 153.5, Cindy Drury 153. Saturday Night Live January 17, 2015 Family Affairs................................ 16 5 The Standaerts............................. 15 6 The Three-C’s............................... 15 6 Wink-Mrdutt.................................. 12 9 Four Sum...................................... 9 12 Slacker’s....................................... 6 15 Da Splits....................................... 6 15 The In-Laws.................................. 5 16 HIGH IND. GAMES: Jon Standaert 237, Jon Mrdutt 235, Bill Standaert 215, Barbe Mrdutt 217, Ashley Sand 197, Nikki Grant 194. HIGH IND. SERIES: Jon Standaert 635, Bill Standaert 610, Mark Wink 572, Jolene Bonte 529, Nikki Grant 498, Barbe Mrdutt 490. AVERAGES: Bill Standaert 197, Jon Standaert 191.5, Brad Hoitomt 189, Cindy Drury 159, Karla Obermueller 152.5, Shari Wink 150.5. Sunday Night League January 18, 2015 Out-4-Fun..................................... 35 7 Schweddy..................................... 30 12 Wildwood4.................................... 23.5 18.5 Young Guns.................................. 22.5 19.5 4 of a Kind.................................... 19 23 GIT-R-DONE................................ 19 23 M&M............................................. 11 31 Bi-Polar Rollers............................ 8 34 HIGH IND. GAMES: Frank Stout 226, Craig Lindstrom 215, Doug Johnson 200, Brian Casey 200. HIGH IND. SERIES: Tracy Lawson 189, Peg Heutmaker 188, Linda Schouten 185. AVERAGES: Brian Casey 199.5, Chris Lawson 176.5, Eric Klatt 176.5, Peg Heutmaker 161.5, Tracy Lawson 157, Viv Lindstrom 154.5. Subscribe to The Tribune Press Reporter Today! 715-265-4646 • DeWittMedia.com by Leaker Well, "Murphy's Law" seemed to apply to our beloved Packers on Sunday in the last five minutes of the game. 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Peterson was pinned by Devon Johnson. Carlos Perez was pinned by Jed Schlegel. Logghe lost by a 3-0 decision to Quinton Elliott. Smith was pinned by Ryan Asher. The Toppers forfeited 195 and then Chouinard lost to Ethan Hofacker by a pin. Melstrom was pinned in the first period as well by Jake Howe. That brought up the 106 pound match which was Curvello’s win by forfeit. It was lights out after that with Nadeau losing to Andrew Webb by a decision of 8-1. Then the Toppers forfeited 120 and 126 to end the night. After going hard for a few weeks now, the Toppers had a break from the mat as there are no matches on their schedule until this Thursday, January 22, which is in Hammond. They will then be at home Tuesday, January 27 to host Cameron. • Wood • Carpet MUFFLER AND TIRE Oil & Filter Changes Brakes & Brakeline Repair • Batteries Wheel Bearings • Shocks & Struts Welding & Metal Fabricating Buy & Sell Used Vehicles night came at 132 after Marcus Ullom put Jake Peterson on his back just four seconds shy of the first period buzzer. The night ended with Bryan Larson defeating Cody Bonte by a tech fall. The Toppers won five matches that night, which was an impressive feat compared their Thursday night dual against the Cardinals. The Toppers had just one winning match, which was O’Meara over Ryan Berg that ended with a decision of 4-3. That gave the team three points and then Curvello received a forfeit at 106, which was six points that added to a total of nine. Ullom started the night at 132 with a match against Isaiah Eitrem. The match was pretty uneventful as it ended on a 5-3 decision with all the points scored in the first period. The final decision was not in Ullom’s favor. Bonte followed and lost by a fall to Cruze Hurlbuet in the first period. Then it was O’Meara’s match which put the Toppers on the board 3-9. THE ROCKPILE NITCHEY'S We Accept: January 12 Sheridan. . . . . . . . . . . [Not Called in] St. Paul. . . . . . . . . . . [Not Called in] BOWLING NEWS Hometown League January 12, 2015 PRAIRIE FARM DARTBALL RESULTS • Full Service • FREE Estimates First Beaver Hello friends, On Christmas Eve my stepson, Joey Dushek, calls me up and says he just found some very active beaver sign and wants to know if I would show him how to make some beaver sets (trap sets) as he had a strong desire to catch his first beaver. I tell Joey, lets wait, come up with a bunch of 330 bodygrip traps and do this in a couple of weeks and besides, its Christmas! Enter our good buddy Jody Bigalke. Jody is a very active trapper, has lots of gear, and likes teaching kids how to hunt, shoot carp, fish and trap (major KAMO one on one mentor). Jody basically takes charge of the entire operation and here is the story. Saturday, January 10th High 14, low minus 16 Joey Dushek is 21, took his Trapper Education class last year, works on a cranberry marsh in western Juneau County and since he caught his first fox two weeks ago, is totally addicted to trapping. Today, Jody, Joey, and myself spent a full day exploring a couple thousand acres of forest, marsh and waterways and basically worked very hard. The first place that we made our sets was one of five that Joey had been doing some very serious scouting at. The layout was a maybe 200-acre reservoir with the vast majority of the shoreline made up of mature pine and oak forest. Beaver like most wildlife, love recent logging jobs and the reason s always the same and that is because, deer, grouse and beaver find abundant food to consume in the aspen that appears the following spring and for many years to come (grouse eat the buds). In our case there were not many beaver as there was not much food, but all Jody or myself cared about was getting Joey his first beaver and teaching him how to trap beaver. Our first set was on what you could literally call an underwater beaver trail. Beaver like muskrat, swim on trails, generally at the bottom of the waterway they are swimming once ice has formed. Depending on the age of the water system, these trails could be decades old and always create a shallow path (hard bottom) where the beaver swim and there bodies push silt and sand to the side. The ice was only two inches thick over the beaver highways and so we had to be careful. Jody Bigalke taught Joey at our first set that in a deep run it is best to set two, body grip traps, with one positioned over the other in case the beaver are swimming a bit above the bottom. Long story short, at days end we had 7 sets for beaver and the following day Jody taught Joey how to make two sets for muskrat and that first day of checking traps yielded no fur. Space is always in an issue in telling this story but hard work, cold hands, incredible wildlife sign (bobcat, wolf, coyote and deer) are a large part of the adventure called beaver trapping. Wednesday, January 14th High 21, low minus 12 Jody could not make trap checking today and most of our work was done in the dark as Joey worked until 4:30. Our experience was none short of incredible, Joey’s first set was a baited set under the ice and no beaver. The next set was a trail on the bottom of the reservoir and that is where Joey caught his first beaver after some ice chopping and trap pulling. Joey’s 3rd set held his second beaver; his 4th held his first muskrat and his 5th another rat. All of our work is being done with a spotlight and our adventure is becoming a classic. Set number 6 was a trail leading to a hut. Above the ice was ample bobcat and coyote sign. When we pulled this bodygrip it held what looked like a small bear and now Joey had a beaver to make a blanket out of. I do not know what this trophy weighed but I believe 60-pounds is a good guess. During this entire experience we were talking about biology and how many animals to safely harvest without over harvesting. As I said our sets were scattered and our second to last was made for beaver but held Joey’s 3rd rat and set number 9 held another beaver which meant 7 out of 9 held fur. Joey is pulling the traps the next time he checks them and I think it is safe to say a couple of old timers taught him a trick or two on how to trap beaver under the ice. 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Fox, 28, Boyceville, (1st), DOT License Revoked 6 Months, Alcohol assessment, $887.50; William Miles Hewitt, 23, Menomonie, (1st), DOT License Suspended 6 Months, Alcohol assessment, $806.50; Cole Alan Nelson, 22, Menomonie, (1st), DOT License Revoked 6 Months, Ignition interlock, Alcohol assessment, $952.50 DISORDERLY CONDUCT: Dustin Mark Bay, 21, Menomonie, $169.00; William Miles Hewitt, 23, Menomonie, Disorderly Conduct w/MV, amended from Unreasonable and Imprudent Speed, $263.50; Roy Deshawn Hortman, 37, Menomonie, [amended from Drug Paraphernalia], $326.50; Micheal D. Meves, 19, Menomonie, $169.00; Marianna Cayla Murray-Gerds, 19, Menomonie, Possession of Marijuana, $263.50; Zachary David Odonahue, 21, Menomonie, $169.00; Casey William Telford, 22, Menomonie, $169.00 Laura Leigh Bolland, 35, Menomonie, Possession of Methamphetamine, Probation, Sent Withheld, $268.00 Aaron James Brunner, 20, Menomonie, Marijuana Possession, $263.50; Resist/Obstruct an Officer, $263.50; Drug Paraphernalia 1st, $200.50 Mark E. Butler, 60, Wheeler, Hunt/ Trap Bobcat, Otter, Fisher w/o Tag, $343.50 Justin H. Flatland, 48, Wheeler, Livestock at Large, $200.50 Vanessa Nicole Floyd, 27, Menomonie, Resist/Obstruct an Officer, $263.50 Natasha Jo Hansen, 22, Menomonie, Deposit of Human Waste, $263.50 Shaela V. Hartley, 24, Menomonie, Retail Theft 1st offense, $200.50 Ronald G. Hetrick, 69, Boyceville, Failure to Immediately Tag an Otter, $243.00 Alex Jay Kjome, 20, Menomonie, Noise Violations 1st, $150.10 Jeffrey E. Lenfant, 37, Menomonie, Animals at large/unleashed/untagged 1st, $162.70 Tyler J. May, 21, Menomonie, Hunt Game Before/After Hours (<30 Min), $182.70 Micheal D. Meves, 19, Menomonie, Possession of Marijuana, $200.50 Abigail R. Olson, 20, Wilson, Possess/ Loan/Borrow Another's License [Party to a Crime], $303.30 Chad Ray Olson, 40, Woodville, Possess/Loan/Borrow Another's License, $347.05; Possess Birds, etc in Excess/ Bag Limit, $263.10 Echo M. Olson, 29, Glenwood City, Theft-Movable Property <=$2500 [PTAC, as a Party to a Crime], Local Jail, $253.00 Jeremy John Parker, 38, Menomonie, Drug Paraphernalia 1st, $215.50 Cassandra Lea Roper, 26, Menomonie, Drug Paraphernalia 1st, $200.50 Trenton J M Smith, Menomonie, Drug Paraphernalia 1st, $200.50 Swati Lall Llp, Menomonie, Public Nuisances Affecting Health, $150.10 Heather Lynn Veith, 18, Menomonie, Open Container Violation, $175.30 Cody J. Wendt, 30, Menomonie, Adult Contribute/Underage/Alcohol (1st), $452.50 Corey C. Westaby, 43, Colfax, Trespassing, $141.50 Joey A. Zanotti, 21, Menomonie, Hunt Game Before/After Hours (<30 Min), $182.70 Ashley J. Zeitz, 22, Menomonie, Noise Violations 1st, $263.50 UNDERAGE DRINKING: Kelcy M. Arvold, 18, Colfax, (1st), Alcohol assessment, $200.50; Connor T. Hanson, 20, Menomonie, (2nd), $200.50 DWI: Heidi S. Ford, 45, Menomonie, (1st), DOT License Revoked 8 Months, Ignition interlock, Alcohol assessment, $997.50; Scott J. Kolve, 44, Menomonie, (3rd), amended from (5th), Local Jail, DOT License Revoked, 24 Months, Ignition interlock, Alcohol assessment, Other Sentence, $1,589.00; Rebecca L. Nelson, 31, Boyceville, (3rd) [amended from 3rd w/ Passenger < 16 Yrs Old), Local Jail, DOT License Revoked 24 Months, Ignition interlock, Alcohol assessment, $2094.00 DISORDERLY CONDUCT: Michael Paul Jacobson, 32, Menomonie, $443.00; Cole A. Migawa, 20, Menomonie, Probation, Sent Withheld, $443.00; Cody J. Oehlke, 22, Glenwood City, $267.50; Ritchie R. Gordon, 39, Menomonie, Local Jail Costs, $443.00; Aaron M. Rud, 20, Boyceville, $217.10; Jesse R. Bauer, 22, Boyceville, Disorderly Conduct - County/ Municipality, $200.50; James F. Briese, 35, Wheeler, $217.10; Michael Frederick McCoy, 31, Boyceville, [Domestic Abuse], Local Jail Costs, $443.00; Alec M. Mueller, 23, Menomonie, [amended from Contact after Domestic Abuse Arrest], $217.10; Alec M. Mueller, 23, Menomonie, $217.10; Daniel P. Sailer, 23, Menomonie, [amended from Criminal Damage to Property], Restitution, $317.10; Brittany A. Schuna, 23, Menomonie, $217.10 Angela R. Draeger, 46, Boyceville, Theft-County, amended from TheftMovable Property <=$2500, Restitution, $771.60 Cole A. Migawa, 20, Menomonie, Battery, Probation, Sent Withheld, $443.00 Robert J. Morris, 43, Menomonie, Operate w/o Carrying License, amended from Operating While Revoked (Rev due to alc/contr subst/refusal), $217.10 Billy Joe Staves, 27, Elk Mound, Take/Drive Veh. w/o Consent-Abandon Veh., Probation, Sent Withheld, $525.40 Anthony J. Bachand, 29, Menomonie, Operate w/o Carrying License, amended from Operating While Revoked (Rev due to alc/contr subst/refusal), $217.10 Kim M. Bartley, 44, Menomonie, Theft-Movable Property >$5000-$10,000, Probation, Sent Withheld, $1,4258.04 Hunter M. Bjork, 20, Menomonie, Battery, amended from Substantial Battery-Intend Bodily Harm, Probation, Sent Withheld, $1,326.81 Ryan J. Draeger, 22, Menomonie, Bail Jumping-Misdemeanor, Probation, Sent Withheld, $443.00 Anthony R. Early, 49, Menomonie, Possession of THC, $443.00 Connor T. Hanson, Menomonie, Resist/Obstruct an Officer, amended from Resisting or Obstructing an Officer, $330.50 Pamela Rose Harrington, 47, Colfax, Operate w/o Valid License (1st Violation), amended from Operating While Revoked (Rev due to alc/contr subst/ refusal), $217.10 Clair M. Hendrickson, 43, Menomonie, Public Nuisances Affecting Health, $150.10; Public Nuisances Affecting Health, $150.10 William V. Lang, 44, Menomonie, Operating While Revoked (Rev due to alc/contr subst/refusal), Local Jail Costs, $243.00 Daniel L. Larson, 50, Menomonie, Dog Running at Large, $213.10 Steven P. Lindholm, 58, Menomonie, Possession of Child Pornography, Probation, Sent Withheld, $1018.00 Michael Frederick McCoy, 31, Boyceville, Forgery-Uttering, Probation, Sent Withheld, $528.00; Theft-Movable Property <=$2500, Probation, Sent Withheld, Restitution, $691.22; Possess w/ Intent-Amphetamine(<=3g), Probation, Sent Withheld, $518.00 Richard W. Moses, 69, homeless, 4th Degree Sexual Assault [Attempt], Probation, Sent Withheld, $443.00; Bail Jumping-Misdemeanor, Probation, Sent Withheld, $443.00 RaeAnne N. Parker, 29, Menomonie, Possession of THC, Probation, Sent Withheld, $443.00; Possess Drug Paraphernalia, Probation, Sent Withheld, $443.00 Michael Anthony Potter, 23, Emerald, Fraud on Gas Station, $343.50; Fraud on Gas Station, $343.50 Jodi M. Recore, 30, Menomonie, Issue of Worthless Checks(<=$2500), Local Jail, $1,178.10; Issue of Worthless Checks(<=$2500), Local Jail, $1,474.05 Benjamin C. Salmon, 29, Menomonie, Public Intoxication 1st, $389.50 Jason D. Shipley, 37, Ridgeland, Possession of THC, Probation, Sent Withheld, $243.00 Connie A. Spickler, 50, Menomonie, Theft-Movable Property <=$2500, Probation, Sent Withheld, $614.25 Lee Arthur Stewart, 46, Menomonie, Possession of THC (Forfeiture), $200.50 DUNN COUNTY TRAFFIC Majed Hussain H. Alsufyani, Menomonie, Operate w/o Valid License (1st Violation), $200.50 Harlan Erik Anderson, Menomonie, Operator Violate Red Traffic Light, $175.30 Kenneth G. Brown, Menomonie, Fail/ Yield Right/Way from Stop Sign, $175.30 Rachel Erin Burrell, Boyceville, Operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50 Joshua Daniel Cleveland, Menomonie, Operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance Operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $10.00; Exceeding Speed Zones, etc. (1-10 MPH), amended from Exceeding Speed Zones, etc. (11-15 MPH), $175.30 Mark Andrew Cloutier, Menomonie, Operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50 Anthony D. Cole, Menomonie, Operate after Rev/Susp of Registration, $175.30 Derek L. Cook, Menomonie, Operating While Suspended, $200.50 Kara L. Davis, Menomonie, Fail/Stop at Stop Sign, amended from Fail/Yield Right/Way from Stop Sign (Resulting Bodily Harm), $389.50 Jerusha D. Eisold, Downsville, Operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00 Anna Laura Eskola, Menomonie, Operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00 Raymond N. Evans, Menomonie, Unreasonable and Imprudent Speed, $213.10 Christopher Wayne Ewing, Menomonie, Vehicle Operator Fail/Wear Seat Belt, $18.00 Benjamin Ford Fox, Menomonie, Speeding in 55 MPH Zone (11-15 MPH), amended from Speeding in 55 MPH Zone (20-24 MPH), $175.30 Edward George Grundtner, Menomonie, Speeding on Freeway (25-29 MPH), DOT License Suspended 15 Days, $301.30; Operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00 Guillermo Gutierrez, Menomonie, Failure to Keep Vehicle Under Control, $213.10 Brandon B. Harrison, Menomonie, Non-Registration of Vehicle - Auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30 Renda V. Heifner, Elk Mound, Speeding in 55 MPH Zone (11-15 MPH), $175.30 Kelly L. Holzer, Elk Mound, Operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50 Richard S. Hovland, Menomonie, Improper Passing of Stopped Bus, $200.50 Majed Saeed Jarallah Alqahtani, Menomonie, Operate w/o Valid License (1st Violation), $200.50 Brian Derrick Joseph, Menomonie, Operate w/o Valid License (1st Violation), $200.50; Operate w/o Valid License (1st Violation), $206.50; Driving Wrong Way on Divided Highway, $326.50; NonRegistration of Vehicle - Auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30; Operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50; Display Unauth. Veh. Registration Plate, $238.30 Casey Patrick Koleno, Menomonie, Operating While Suspended, $200.50 Gilbert H. Krueger, Boyceville, Improper Left Turn Driving Too Fast for Conditions, $150.10 Cody J. Larson, Menomonie, Driving Too Fast for Conditions (2nd+), $263.50; Fail/Stop at Stop Sign, $175.30 Blaine A. Lopez, Colfax, Driving Too Fast for Conditions, $213.10 Linsey Leigh Loyas, Menomonie, Operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00 Mark D. Loyas, Menomonie, Improper Signal for Stop/Turn, amended from Passing in No-Passing Zone, $175.30 Elizabeth Ann Martin, Menomonie, Inattentive Driving, $187.90 Valarie Christine Masanz, Knapp, Improper Signal for Stop/Turn, amended from Driving Too Fast for Conditions, $150.10 Tyler Allen Mathews, Wheeler, Operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50 Dale L. May, Knapp, Speedometer Violations, amended from Speeding on Freeway (11-15 MPH), $175.30 Jarrod N. Mccurdy, Menomonie, NonRegistration of Vehicle - Auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30 Sharhonda Louise Mcgee, Menomonie, Operate w/o Valid License (1st Violation), $200.50 Anthony T. Mercer, Colfax, Operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, amended from Operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $10.00 Anthony T. Mercer, Colfax, Operate after Rev/Susp of Registration, $150.10 Aj Morrissette, Menomonie, Operate w/o Carrying License, amended from Failure of Operator to Notify Police of Accident, $137.60 Andres Mendez Nunez, Menomonie, Operate w/o Carrying License, amended from Operating While Suspended, $150.10 Robert M Pautz, Menomonie, Inattentive Driving, $187.90 Monica Marie Pritchard, Menomonie, Driving Too Fast for Conditions, $213.10 Courtney C. Rice, Menomonie, Fail/ Yield while Making Left Turn, $175.30 Amanda L. Rosenthal, Menomonie, Operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50 Aaron Michael Rud, Boyceville, Operate w/o Valid License (1st Violation), $200.50 Karen K. Sarauer, Colfax, Vehicle Operator Fail/Wear Seat Belt, $10.00 Jared Michael Schaffer, Menomonie, Fail/Stop at Stop Sign, $175.30 Wayne J. Schwartz, Menomonie, Fail/ Stop at Stop Sign, $175.30 Jonathan Lee Seipel, Eau Galle, Exceeding Speed Zones, etc. (1-10 MPH), $175.30 Mary Ann Shetler-Carney, Menomonie, Operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00 Jeffery G. Shilts, Menomonie, Operating Left of Center Line, $213.10 Tiffany Lynn Stolarczyk, Glenwood City, Fail/Stop at Stop Sign, $175.30 Jason Bartholomew Strand, Menomonie, Operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00 Lawrence L. Supri, Menomonie, Improper Parking On Roadway, $164.50 Tall Timber Trucking Llc, Elk Mound, Raw Forest Products-Overweight Violation, $870.00 Amy Thor, Menomonie, Non-Registration of Vehicle - Auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30 Moryelle Deandre Washington, Menomonie, Operate with Restricted Controlled Substance (1st), DOT License Revoked 6 Months, Alcohol assessment, $821.50 Terry Lamont White, Menomonie, Non-Registration of Vehicle - Auto <10,000 lbs., $150.10 Kristy K. Wilson, Menomonie, Operating While Suspended (3rd), $200.50 Gavin L. Wolf, Menomonie, Speeding in 55 MPH Zone (1-10 MPH), amended from Speeding in 55 MPH Zone (20-24 MPH), $175.30 Bethany Nicole Zeitz, Menomonie, Operating While Suspended, $200.50 Michael Paul Jacobson, Menomonie, Standing on Roadway, $200.50 Rachel L. Kistner, Menomonie, Speeding on City Highway (1-10 MPH), amended from Speeding on City Highway (16-19 MPH), $175.30 John S. Anderson, Colfax, Operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00 Ryan Jacob Bertram, Menomonie, Operate after Rev/Susp of Registration, $175.30 Brian Jay Blyton, Downing, Operate Motor Vehicle by Permittee w/o Authorized Person over 21, $200.50 Derek L. Cook, Menomonie, Operating While Suspended, $200.50 Andray Ryan Ferry, Wheeler, Vehicle Passenger Fail to Wear Seat Belt, $10.00 Dean D. Ferry, Wheeler, Vehicle Operator Fail/Wear Seat Belt, $10.00 Andrew James Fischer, Elk Mound, Improper Signal for Stop/Turn, amended from Operator Violate Red Traffic Light, $175.30 Cody Joseph Froseth, Menomonie, Vehicle Operator Fail/Wear Seat Belt, $10.00 Lloyd C. Hainstock, Colfax, Fail/Yield while Making Left Turn, $175.30 Rebecca L. Hei, Menomonie, Operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00 Ashley L. Hoffman, Menomonie, Automobile Following Too Closely, $200.50 Andrew R. Lee, Wheeler, Vehicle Operator Fail/Wear Seat Belt, $10.00 Daniel James Lemon, Boyceville, Vehicle Operator Fail/Wear Seat Belt, $10.00 Phia Lor, Menomonie, Non-Registration of Vehicle - Auto <10,000 lbs., $138.76 Mavericko D. Morris, Menomonie, Speeding on Freeway (1-10 MPH), amemded from Speeding on Freeway (16-19 MPH), $175.30 Michael Anthony Potter, Emerald, Display Unauth. Veh. Registration Plate, $238.30; Display Unauth. Veh. Registration Plate, $238.30 Austin M. Rablin, Menomonie, Fail/ Yield at Uncontrolled Intersection, $162.70 Jennifer Rose Rhead, Menomonie, Fail/Yield while Making Left Turn, $175.30 Jason E. Riedmann, Menomonie, Fail/Yield at Uncontrolled Intersection, $175.30 Mitchell J. Ripka, Menomonie, Vehicle Passenger Fail to Wear Seat Belt, $10.00 Timothy L. Rivard, Menomonie, Operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00 Darcie M. Roberts, Boyceville, Failure to Keep Vehicle Under Control, $213.10 Eric C. Schultz, Menomonie, Hit and Run-Unattended Vehicle, $337.90; NonRegistration of Vehicle - Auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30 Sara D. Shepard, Menomonie, Operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00 Nathan J. Sol, Menomonie, Vehicle Operator Fail/Wear Seat Belt, $10.00 Michael J. Stambaugh, Boyceville, Operating motor vehicle w/o proof of insurance, $10.00 Austin David Swaner, Menomonie, Operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50 Austin David Swaner, Menomonie, Non-Registration of Other Vehicle, $175.30 William S. Sweeney, Elk Mound, Possess Open Intoxicants in MV-Passenger, $200.50 Jesse D. Thomas, Colfax, Operate w/o Carrying License, amended from Operating While Suspended, $150.10 Tammy M. Tireman, Knapp, NonRegistration of Vehicle - Auto <10,000 lbs., $175.30 Steven R. Walley, Menomonie, Operating a motor vehicle w/o insurance, $200.50 ST. CROIX COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT ALEXANDER Billy L. Alexander Jr., 36, New Richmond, was ordered to pay $1,000 cash bail on felony counts of possession with intent to deliver THC - as party to a crime and maintaining a drug residence - as party to a crime Jan. 5. The charges resulted from a Dec. 16 incident in New Richmond. BISONETTE Martin J. Bisonette, 28, Hammond, was ordered to pay $1,000 cash bail on a felony identity theft - avoidance charge Jan. 6. The charge resulted from a Nov. 28 incident in the town of Springfield. HUESMAN Kayla M. Huesman, 25, Coon Rapids, Minn., waived extradition Jan. 5 to Anoka County, Minn., where she is charged with the alleged felony offenses of theft - take/use/transfer movable prop - no consent and drugs fifth degree - possession of schedule 1,2,3,4, - not small amount of marijuana. LOWRIE A misdemeanor theft charge against Rachelle L. Lowrie, 44, New Richmond, was dismissed without prejudice Jan. 5. The charge stemmed from a Jan. 3, 2014, incident in New Richmond. PROULX A felony bail jumping charge against Thomas M. Proulx, 41, Somerset, was dismissed Jan. 7. The charge stemmed from a Feb. 7, 2012, incident in Somerset. RABENS Nicholas G. Rabens, 39, River Falls, completed the terms of a diversion agreement and a domestic disorderly conduct charge was dismissed Jan. 6. The charge resulted from an Aug. 19, 2013, incident in the town of Troy. CARTER Patti L. Carter, 40, New Richmond, was convicted of misdemeanor bail jumping, sentenced to two days in jail with credit given for two days served and fined $243 Jan. 7. Counts of domestic misdemeanor battery - infliction of physical pain or injury and misdemeanor bail jumping were dismissed. The charges resulted from an Aug. 31 incident in New Richmond. DOW Two counts of felony transfer encumbered property (value exceeds $500 but does not exceed $10,000) against James F. Dow Jr., 40, Luck, were dismissed in the interest of justice Jan. 7. The charges stemmed from an incident in New Richmond between March 1, 2010, and June 30, 2010. HOWARD Scott N. Howard, 37, New Richmond, was ordered to pay $10,000 cash bail on two felony counts of delivery of methamphetamine (repeater) and a felony possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine (repeater) charge Jan. 8. The charges resulted from incidents Nov. 18 and Dec. 5 in the town of Star Prairie and Nov. 25 in New Richmond. MAGER Danyiel C. Mager, 39, New Richmond, was convicted of disorderly conduct and fined $250 Jan. 8. The charge stemmed from an Oct. 27 incident in the town of Richmond. PROULX Thomas M. Proulx, 41, Maplewood, Minn., was convicted of disorderly conduct and fined $250 Jan. 7. The charge stemmed from a March 14, 2012, incident in Somerset. ROHDE Daniel R. Rohde, 18, Baldwin, posted a $2,500 signature bond on counts of felony possession with intent to deliver THC and possession of drug paraphernalia Jan. 8. The charges resulted from a Jan. 7 incident in Baldwin. VOLK Broderick J. Volk, 24, Lincoln, Neb., was convicted of possession of a controlled substance, sentenced to two days in jail with credit given for two days served and fined $443 Jan. 8. The charge resulted from an Aug. 16 incident in Somerset. ZIEMER Frederick J. Ziemer, 55, Houlton, posted a $5,000 signature bond on counts of felony possession of methamphetamine, receiving stolen property and possession of THC Jan. 8. The charges stemmed from a June 2 incident in the town of St. Joseph. BACHMAN Brett A. Bachman, 22, Madison, was convicted of possession of THC, sentenced to two days in jail with credit given for two days served and fined $443 Jan. 6. A possession of a controlled substance charge was dismissed. The charges stemmed from an Aug. 16 incident in Somerset. KLOSS An obstructing an officer charge against Kelly J. Kloss, 56, Merrill, was dismissed without prejudice Dec. 23. Kloss is facing felony charges from the same incident and the state is satisfied those charges are adequate to address the matter. The charge resulted from an Oct. 10 incident in River Falls. SCHILLINGER Cody T. Schillinger, 23, Clear Lake, entered a diversion agreement on a guilty plea to felony fraudulent claims, was convicted of two counts of theft movable property, sentenced to two years of probation, ordered to pay $15,303.71 in restitution and fined $886 Jan. 5. The charges stemmed from a Feb. 5, 2013, incident in the town of Springfield. ST. CLAIRE Shane P. St. Claire, 31, Missoula, Mont., was convicted of possession of a controlled substance, sentenced to two days in jail with credit given for two days served and fined $443 Jan. 8. The charge stemmed from an Aug. 16 incident in Somerset. BARTLEY Kim M. Bartley, 44, Menomonie, was convicted of felony retail theft - intentionally take, sentenced to two years of probation, ordered to pay $4,900.59 in restitution, ordered to serve 30 hours of community service and fined $268 Jan. 9. A second felony retail theft - intentionally take charge was dismissed. The charges resulted from Feb. 4 incidents at Fleet Farm and Menards in Hudson. BORKOWSKI Bozena K. Borkowski, 46, New Richmond, was convicted of disorderly conduct and fined $250 Jan. 12. A domestic misdemeanor battery - infliction of physical pain or injury charge was dismissed. The charges stemmed from an Aug. 3 incident in the town of Richmond. BOROWICZ Alex R. Borowicz, 23, Strandquist, Minn., was convicted of disorderly conduct and fined $114.50 Jan. 8. Two counts of misdemeanor battery were dismissed. The charges resulted from July 19 incidents in Somerset and the town of Star Prairie. BREVARD-MAYS Bennie Brevard-Mays, 51, New Richmond, was convicted of felony vehicle operator flee/elude officer, sentenced to 30 months of probation and 45 days in jail (conditional time), fined $518 and ordered to pay $700.63 in restitution Jan. 7. Counts of felony second degree recklessly endangering safety, obstructing an officer and OWI -second were dismissed. The charges stemmed from a Jan. 17, 2014, incident in the town of Richmond. DELONG A disorderly conduct charge against Charles J. Delong, 28, Baldwin, was dismissed Jan. 12. The charge resulted from a Sept. 1 incident in the town of Forest. HUTTER Mason L. Hutter, 34, Eau Claire, was ordered to pay $2,500 cash bail on counts of felony possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia Jan. 12. The charges resulted from a Jan. 11 incident in Roberts. JOHNSON William W. Johnson, 29, Weyerhauser, was ordered to pay $1,500 cash bail on counts of felony possession of methamphetamine, possession of THC and OWI - second Jan. 12. The charges stemmed from a Jan. 11 incident in the town of Kinnickinnic. McCARTY Mitchell W. McCarty, 24, New Richmond, completed the terms of a diversion agreement and a domestic disorderly conduct charge was dismissed Jan. 2. The charge resulted from a Sept. 27, 2013, incident in the town of Richmond. MORARIE Robert L. Morarie, 31, St. Croix Falls, was ordered to pay $10,000 cash bail on two counts of felony battery to a police officer, two counts of resisting an officer and a disorderly conduct charge Jan. 12. The charges stemmed from a Jan. 10 incident in the town of Richmond. RADUNZ Tanya M. Radunz, 34, Hudson, was convicted of disorderly conduct and fined $250 Jan. 12. The charge stemmed from a Nov. 23 incident in the town of Troy. SCHROEDER Travis S. Schroeder, 27, River Falls, was ordered to pay $1,000 cash bail on a felony sex offender registry violation charge Jan. 12. The charge resulted from a July 10, 201, incident in Hudson. SMITH Joseph R. Smith, 32, Lake Nebagamon, was convicted of theft - movable property, sentenced to five days in jail with credit given for five days served and fined $200 Jan. 9. The charge stemmed from a June 25, 2007, incident in the town of Hudson. WASHINGTON Kenosha M. Washington, 36, North St. Paul, Minn., was convicted of disorderly conduct and fined $114.50 Jan. 12. The charge resulted from an Aug. 7, 2005, incident in the town of Warren. According to the complaint, Olson received health care goods and services, failed to pay bills and now owes $1,288. *** First National Community Bank filed suit against Warren L. and Shirley M. Bader, New Richmond. According to the complaint, the Baders took out three loans, failed to make payments and now owe $11,921. The bank is asking for foreclosure on property at Unit 76S, Jellystone Park of Warrens Condominium in Monroe County and also for possession of a 1995 Skyline Casa Villa Park Home and a 1998 F150 Ford truck. *** American Express Bank, Golden Valley, Minn., filed suit against Daniel Larson, dba Larson Transport, Clear Lake. According to the complaint, Larson used a credit account to make purchases, failed to pay bills and now owes $11,068. *** Judge Howard Cameron ordered Tammy Lind, Somerset, to pay $12,128 to GE Capital Retail Bank, Minneapolis. The case involves a delinquent credit account. Case settled A lawsuit filed by Cathy L. Zornes, Hudson, against For The Love of Dogs LLC, Hudson, Kristin Elmquist, Hudson, and American Family Mutual Insurance Company was dismissed after the parties notified the judge that they have reached an out-of-court settlement. The case involved a Jan. 6, 2011, incident in which Zornes allegedly slipped and fell on or near the parking lot of the dog training facility at 1027 Tanney Lane. Foreclosure sale Judge Lundell confirmed the sale of property in a foreclosure action brought by CitiMortgage against Corey M. and Kristina M. Fanning. The property -- located at 2677 59th Ave., Woodville -- was sold to Fannie Mae for $274,029, which was the amount owed at the time of the sale. Foreclosure judgments Foreclosure was granted in a case brought by U.S. Bank National Association against Diane K. Huseboe, Hudson. According to the judgment, Huseboe owes $220,071; 6-month redemption period. *** Foreclosure was granted in a case brought by Wells Fargo Bank against Michael J. and Heidi M.H. Metro, Hudson. According to the judgment, the Metros owe $211,060; 6-month redemption period. *** Foreclosure was granted in a case brought by JP Morgan Chase Bank against Brianna Klatt, New Richmond. According to the judgment, Klatt owes $142,245; 6-month redemption period. *** Foreclosure was granted in a case brought by Boulder Ridge Village Homeowners’ Association against Leo H. Rohl, River Falls. According to the judgment, Rohl owes $ 11,334; 6-month redemption period. Foreclosure filing PHH Mortgage Corporation against Chad P. Palmer, Aurora, Colo. The case involves property at 1330 Country Court, New Richmond. According to the complaint, Palmer owes $135,837. ST. CROIX COUNTY CIVIL COURT December Tammy L. Boumeester, Aubrey, Texas, and Donald B. Boumeester, Houlton. Patricia H. Graf, Hudson, and Thomas M. Graf, Woodbury. Stephanie R. Hale, Hudson, and Marshall R. Hale, Hudson. Juliana J. Iburg, Hudson, and Kevin G. Iburg, Roberts. Joshua R. Johnson, Stillwater, and Melissa M. Johnson, River Falls. Amy E. Jones, Hudson, and William G. Jones, Roberts. Charilyn M. Krizan, Baldwin, and Peter J. Krizan Sr., Downing. Barbara F. Moelter, Hudson, and Brian J. Moelter, River Falls. Chasidy M. Parent, St. Paul, and Matthew J. Parent, Hudson. Melissa S. Peterson, New Richmond, and John L. Peterson, New Richmond. Amy M. Richardson, Hudson, and Patrick L. Richardson, Ottawa, Ill. Nancy L. Schrank, River Falls, and Jason J. Schrank, River Falls. Rochelle M. Shearer, Hammond, and James M. Shearer, Hudson. Ashley Slominski, Hudson, and Jordan Slominski, Hudson. Angela K. Story, Hudson, and Gene W. Story, Hudson. Jeremee C. Will, Hammond, and Elise D'Lynn Will, Weyerhaeuser. Candice K. Wolvert, Baldwin, and Jessie J. Marti-Moore, Hammond. Edina Realty Inc., Edina, Minn., filed suit against Richard and Jonna Klucas, Star Prairie. According to the complaint, the Klucases wanted to sell their property at 2050 Hwy. 65, New Richmond, and signed a listing contract with Edina. The complaint says the Klucases agreed to pay a commission of 10% of the final purchase price if the property was sold pursuant to the terms of the listing contract, which said the commission would be paid if the property was sold to any “protected buyer.” A “protected buyer” is defined as any buyer who delivered a written offer to purchase during the term of the contract. The complaint says the listing contract expired Sept. 27, 2010, and on June 2, 2010, a couple submitted an offer to purchase, making them “protected buyers.” Then, says the complaint, after the contract expired, the Klucases sold the property to the couple who had made the earlier offer, closing on July 1, 2011. The complaint says the final purchase price was $375,000, and therefore the Klucases owe Edina $37,500. *** In a two-page decision, Judge Eric Lundell found that the attorney for Keim TS Inc., Sabetha, Kan., and Northland Insurance Company violated Wisconsin law and as a consequence may not offer damage evidence. On Jan. 29, 2013, a Keim employee, who was driving a semi-truck and trailer, struck a wooden fence and cinder block wall attached to a building owned by New Richmond Industries, 905 N. Knowles Ave., New Richmond. New Richmond Industries first asked for $11,946 in damages, and Keim offered $2,394. New Richmond reduced its demand to $8,000, and Keim offered $4,000, but then New Richmond raised its demand to $10,000. Wisconsin law precludes the admission of settlement evidence to show liability or prove the invalidity of a claim. Referencing case law, Lundell wrote, “The public policy behind the statute is to encourage settlements by ‘recogniz(ing) that a person ought to be able to buy his peace without fear that his offers of compromise will be used against him if not accepted.’ “ Lundell said Keim violated Wisconsin statute by referring to settlement negotiations and including that information in its trial brief. “In preparation for trial, the Court (judge) has already read the trial brief and the references to settlement negotiations. You cannot unring the bell,” wrote Lundell. Because the case was being tried by judge, the only remedy is to exclude the damage evidence, concluded Lundell. Following that decision, the court was notified that the parties have reached a settlement. A court trial set for Dec. 19 was cancelled. *** Hudson Hospital, Hudson, filed suit against Joshua James Olson, Hudson. ST. CROIX COUNTY DIVORCES ST. CROIX COUNTY MARRIAGES Dec. 23-Jan. 6 Terri L. Anderson, 42, and David J. Johnston, 36, both of River Falls. Kimberly E. Hammer, 23, and Nicholas O. Lewis, 26, both of River Falls. Roland S. Krager, 35, and Scott R. Barnett, 41, both town of Richmond. Tammy L. Fenske, 24, and Christopher G. Van Allen, 25, both of Baldwin. Melissa A. Weyer, 39, and Jonathon A. Kuhn, 30, both of Springfield. Beatriz E. Jimpson, 61, and Lisa F. Farr, 57, both of Hammond. Holly J. Lindgren, 46, and Shawn R.D. Anderson, 46, both of New Richmond. ST. CROIX COUNTY TRAFFIC All violations are for speeding unless otherwise noted. SBV stands for seatbelt violation; OWI stands for operating while intoxicated; OWI stands for operating while intoxicated; OWOP stands for operating without proof of insurance. Mark A. Maple, 54, New Richmond, operating without carrying license, $150.10. Erik N. Mortenson, 38, Amery, operating without carrying license, $150.10. Tanner J. Schmaling, 54, Baldwin, OWI, $761.50. Fatah F. Cooper, 22, Menomonie, OWI, $761.50. Joseph L. Siewert, 44, Henrico, Vir., OWI. $761.50. Page 10 - Tribune Press Reporter - Wednesday, January 21, 2015 PUBLIC NOTICE Jan. 14, 21, 28 STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT ST. CROIX COUNTY Case No. 14-CV-176 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Federal National Mortgage Association (“Fannie Mae”), a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the United States of America Plaintiff, vs. DANIEL G. THOMAS, et al. Defendant(s). PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure entered on July 23, 2014 in the amount of $104,008.29 the Sheriff will sell the described premises at public auction as follows: TIME: February 10, 2015 at 10:00 AM TERMS: By bidding at the sheriff 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 encumbrances. 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: at the entrance of the Government Building located at 1101 Carmichael Road, Hudson, Wisconsin DESCRIPTION: The West 105.76 feet of Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map No. 506, recorded on November 2, 1977 in Volume 2, Page 506, as Document No. 343331, being a part of the Southwest ¼ of the Northwest ¼ of Section 35, Township 29 North, Range 15 West, Village of Wilson, St. Croix County, Wisconsin. ALSO DESCRIBED AS: Part of the Southwest ¼ of Northwest ¼ of Section 35, Township 29 North, Range 15 West, Village of Wilson, St. Croix County, Wisconsin described as follows: The West 105.76 feet of Lot 3 of Certified Survey Map filed November 2, 1977 in Volume 2, Page 506, Document No. 344331, further described as 105.76 feet which faces Main Street running from Old STH 12 along Main Street for the said 105.76 feet. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 210 Lapointe Road, Wilson, WI 54027 TAX KEY NO.: 191101660100. Dated this 23rd day of December, 2014 Sheriff John A Shilts St. Croix County Sheriff Scott D. Nabke J Peterman Legal Group Ltd. State Bar No. 1037979 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Please go to www.jpetermanlegalgroup. com to obtain the bid for this sale. J Peterman Legal Group Ltd. is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 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Gilbertson moved, Sorensen seconded to accept the Airport Layout Plan as presented confirming the "As Built" fuel system and taxiway extension. Voice vote carried. Gilbertson moved, Hellmann seconded motion to adjourn. Voice vote carried. Meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m. C.J. Swanepoel, Village Clerk Treasurer WNAXLP 16L 20c* BOYCEVILLE VILLAGE BOARD PROCEEDINGS December 8, 2014 - Regular Meeting The Monthly Meeting of the Boyceville Village board was called to order by President, Gilbert Krueger at 7:00 p.m., December 8, 2014 held at the village hall. There was a moment of silence in honor of Pearl Harbor. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Roll call showed all members present: Gilbert Krueger, Herb Dow, Jonathan Farrell, Bud Gilbertson, John Hellmann, Jo Palmer, Keith Sorensen. Krueger moved, Gilbertson seconded motion to accept the minutes of the monthly meeting held Nov. 10, 2014, Special Meeting Nov. 19, 2014, Budget hearing Nov. 19, 2014 and committee meetings held by the Library - Dec. 2, Finance Planning and Personnel - Dec. 4. Voice vote carried. Bills were reviewed and accepted for payment with checking account funds on hand November 1: $648,650.14, November Receipts: $427,150.41, November Expenses: $148,451.77 and month end balance of $927,348.78. Voice vote carried. Krueger moved, Gilbertson seconded motion to convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(g) conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved. The board will discuss River Road. Roll call carried with Krueger, Dow, Farrell, Gilbertson, Hellmann, Palmer, Sorensen in favor. Krueger moved to reconvene in open session. Hellmann seconded. Voice vote carried. Krueger moved, Sorensen seconded motion to open the Public Hearing for conditional use permit requested by Wilma Schwartz to operate an Adult Family Home at 1001 First Street. Roll call vote carried with Krueger, Dow, Gilbertson, Farrell, Hellmann, Palmer, Sorensen in favor. Hellmann moved, Dow seconded motion to adjourn. Voice vote carried. Meeting was adjourned at 6:25 p.m. C.J. Swanepoel, Village Clerk Treasurer 28L 20c* SCHOOL DISTRICT OF GLENWOOD CITY OFFICIAL NOTICE NOTICE TO ELECTORS RELATING TO BOND ISSUE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that on January 19, 2015, at a meeting of the School Board of the School District of Glenwood City, the following resolution was adopted pursuant to Section 67.05(6a)(a)2. of the Wisconsin Statutes: INITIAL RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $4,500,000 BE IT RESOLVED by the School Board of the School District of Glenwood City, St. Croix and Dunn Counties, Wisconsin, that there shall be issued, pursuant to Chapter 67, Wisconsin Statutes, General Obligation Bonds in an amount not to exceed $4,500,000 for the purpose of paying the cost of improved air quality and energy efficiency upgrades to the heating and ventilating system at the middle/high school building. The District electors may inspect the Initial Resolution at the District offices during the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Lori Klinger District Clerk School District of Glenwood City 850 Maple Street Glenwood City, WI 54013 WNAXLP 20c* 20c* WANTED: person to run service truck. 20c*,C3c WNAXLP PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY C. J. Swanepoel, Village Clerk Treasurer CHURCHILL TIRE AND BATTERY SERVICE C3c5 20c22T* 2703 Stout Rd. (Hwy. 12 East), Menomonie, 715-235-6118 Reporter Opening The Tribune Press Reporter in Glenwood City, WI has a full time opening as a staff writer and sports reporter. This position will require covering and writing hard news stories, public governmental meetings, features and reporting on local high school sporting events for the weekly newspaper. Creative writing and people skills are required and the ability to take pictures would be a plus. Position will require evening work covering sporting events, and community meetings. 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Box 38 Glenwood City, WI 54013 715-265-4646 [email protected] SCHOOL DISTRICT OF GLENWOOD CITY OFFICIAL NOTICE NOTICE TO ELECTORS RELATING TO BOND ISSUE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that on January 19, 2015, at a meeting of the School Board of the School District of Glenwood City, the f9llowing resolution was adopted pursuant to Section 67.05(6a)(a)2. of the Wisconsin Statutes: INITIAL RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $4,740,000 BE IT RESOLVED by the School Board of the School District of Glenwood City, St. Croix and Dunn Counties, Wisconsin, that there shall be issued, pursuant to Chapter 67, Wisconsin Statutes, General Obligation Bonds in an amount not to exceed $4,740,000 for the purpose of paying the cost of improvements to the school district’s buildings and grounds including improved air quality and energy efficient heating and ventilation upgrades and roof upgrades at the elementary school; safety and security improvements including relocation of elementary and high school offices to create secure main entrances and conversion of those existing spaces into classrooms; school traffic flow, parking, and accessibility improvements; fire alarm replacement; exterior building and lighting improvements; technology upgrades; and equipment acquisition related to said projects. The District electors may inspect the Initial Resolution at the District offices during the hours of9:00 a.m. to 4:00p.m., Monday through Friday. Lori Klinger District Clerk School District of Glenwood City 850 Maple Street Glenwood City, WI 54013 WNAXLP 20c* Wednesday, January 21, 2015 - Tribune Press Reporter - Page 11 OBITUARY PATRICIA “TRISH” L. OLSON Patricia “Trish” L. Olson, 62, of Comstock died at her home on Wednesday, January 14, 2015. She was born November 13, 1952 in Rice Lake, WI to Vernon and Dorothy (Blechinger) Leisz. Trish grew up and attended high school in Turtle Lake, WI. She was married to Ronald Olson on August 1, 1970 in Cumberland, WI. Schones Tax Service, LLC 2152 Hwy 63 • Deer Park, WI Over 35 years experience Reasonable Rates Mon. - Sat. • 8a.m. - 8p.m. Call 715-263-243520c29 The two began management of the family farm in Comstock in 1971, later purchasing the operation from Ron’s father. Her passion for farming, love of the animals, and management skills helped build Bethany Valley Farms into a successful business for over 40 years. In her spare time, Trish loved to garden, shop, and cook. She also enjoyed traveling with friends and took several group tour vacations around the country and internationally. Most of all, though, Trish adored her family, especially her grandchildren. Some of her favorite memories were of times spent together each July during the annual family vacation. However, there was nothing she treasured more than having everyone together at the farm where she would prepare huge meals, spoil the grandchildren, and play an occasional game of “Old Maid”. Trish’s hospitality extended far beyond her family. Her door was always open, and she made sure no one went away hungry. Trish tirelessly took care of everyone around her and inspired us all with her generosity. She is survived by her husband, Ron of Comstock; two sons, Chad (Kristin) Olson of Cumberland and Jamie (Rochelle) Olson of Boyceville; two daughters, Sara (Sean) Annis of Eau Claire and Amanda (Isaac) Lundquist of Comstock; seven grandchildren, Makenna, Reid, Ava, Harper, Delaney, Olivia and Brady; her mother, Dorothy Leisz of Almena; ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME 607 1st Street • Glenwood City, WI 54013 • 715-265-4421 We can help you with all your: •Preneed Funeral Arrangements •Traditional Funeral Services •Traditional Cremation Funeral Services •Direct Cremation Memorial Services •Direct Cremation Dean Anderson, Funeral Director 22eowc* Serving All Faiths five brothers, Dennis (Sandy) Leisz, John (Kathy) Leisz and Tim (Jeri Lynn) Leisz, all of Clayton, and Brad Leisz and Greg Leisz, both of Turtle Lake; two sisters, Colleen (Dean) Huntington of Cumberland and Chery Leisz of Clayton and one sister-in-law, Tina Leisz of Turtle Lake. Trish was preceded in death by her father, Vernon and one brother, Steve. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, January 19, 2015 at Augustana Lutheran Church, Cumberland, WI with Rev. Randy Skow-Anderson officiating. Burial of cremains will be in Bethany Cemetery, Almena, WI. Pallbearers were Dennis Leisz, John Leisz, Brad Leisz, Greg Leisz, Tim Leisz and Reid Olson. Visitation was from 1:00- 4:00 p.m. on Sunday at the Skinner Funeral Home, Cumberland and one hour prior to service on Monday at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Barron County Human Society or bobs housefordogs.org. www.skinner fh.com (715) 822-2345 DEATH NOTICES ROBERT J. CORMICAN Robert J. Cormican, age 27 of Clear Lake, died on Saturday, January 17 at Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire. Services are pending. Arrangements are being handled by Anderson Funeral Home, Glenwood City, Wisconsin. JEANNETTE SCHLOSSER Jeannette Schlosser, age 86 of the Township of Springfield, died on Monday, January 19 at home with hospice. Visitation will be held Saturday, January 24 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with service following at Anderson Funeral Home, Glenwood City, Wisconsin. ORMSON’S SUPERVALU and the Barrel O’ Fun Snack Company have teamed up to donate $590 to the Glenwood City Athletic Department for needed equipment replacement for all athletic programs. This was accomplished through the continued purchases of all Barrel O’ Fun snacks and chips only available to Ormson’s SuperValu. Athletic Director, Patrick Gretzlock was presented with the check by Ormson’s SuperValu owner, Brian Ormson before the home basketball game on December 30. “I understand this donation is only a drop in the bucket compared to what their needs are, but every little bit helps and I’m pleased to be a part of that,” shared Ormson. The Barrel O’ Fun Company should also get credit for providing the incentives to make this program work. “It has been one of the better aspects of my job to find creative ways, within my business environment, to benefit the Glenwood School District and the community as whole,” said Ormson. The presentation included from left to right: Todd Petersen, Marcus Kadinger, Joel Ormson, Jake Hierlmeier, Patrick Gretzlock, Brian Ormson, Moriah Kuehndorf, Jen Kopacz, Kristie Knops and Megan Samens. —photo submitted Free tax preparation service available at CVTC EAU CLAIRE – People who cannot afford professional income tax preparation can get free assistance at Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. On Thursdays Feb. 5 through April 9, student volunteers certified by the IRS and working under the supervision of a CVTC Accounting instructor will provide free income tax preparation in room 240 of the Business Education Center, 620 W. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire. The service is provided on a first-come-first-served basis, with sign-up beginning at noon and tax preparation from 1-4:30 p.m. each day. The service will not be available March 12 during spring break. Please bring the following items to have your return prepared: • Photo ID • Social Security cards for taxpayer and all dependents • Earnings statements (W2, W-2G or 1099-R) including interest and dividend statements •Copy of last year ’s tax returns •C h i l d c a r e p r o v i d e r information and amount paid • Birthdates, including spouse and dependents •R e n t c e r t i f i c a t e s f r o m landlord or property tax statement • F i n a n c i a l i n s t i t u t i o n ’s routing and account numbers for direct deposit Returns cannot be prepared for those with complicated returns as identified by the IRS, such as rental or business income that cannot be reported on a Schedule C-EZ. “All of the students have to go through IRS training and certification process, and everything is also reviewed by myself or others with tax preparation experience,” said Jason Szymanski, CVTC Accounting instructor and program supervisor. Szymanski added that an income of $53,000 or less is what the IRS likes to see for people using the VITA service. “This helps the community, because the tax code is complicated,” Szymanski said. “And it’s great experience for the students to work with a real client. It takes the concepts they learned in the classroom and applies them to real life.” L a s t y e a r, C V T C s e r v e d approximately 250 taxpayers through the VITA service. Chippewa Valley Technical C o l l e g e d e l i v e r s s u p e r i o r, progressive technical education which improves the lives of students, meets the workforce needs of the region, and strengthens the larger community. Campuses are located in Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire, Menomonie, Neillsville and River Falls. CVTC serves an 11-county area in west central Wisconsin. CVTC is part of the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) and is one of 16 WTCS colleges located throughout the state. CHURCH DIRECTORY/EVENTS ASSEMBLY OF GOD CALVARY ASSEMBLY OF GOD 2988 60th St., Wilson, WI (1/2 mile N of Kwik Trip on Hwy. 128) Pastor Rick Mannon Church: 715-772-4625 Office: 715-772-4764 Sun. School at 9:45 a.m.; Morning Worship at 10:45 a.m., Evening Praise at 6:30 p.m. Come join us; Wed. Evenings: 6:30 p.m. Bible Study; Youth Service & Kids Club. BAPTIST FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH 2064 U.S. 12, 1/2 mile W of Baldwin on U.S. 12; Pastor Garry L. Thompson 715-684-2727 Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Morning Worship, 10:30 a.m., Eve. Worship, 6:30 p.m.; Wed. Evening Bible Study and Prayer Service, 7 p.m. GOSPEL MISSION BAPTIST CHURCH Knapp, WI Pastor Leroy Nelson - 715-665-2320 Sunday School 10 a.m.; Morning Service 11 a.m.; Evening Service 7 p.m.; Wed. Night Prayer Meeting 7:30 p.m.; Kid’s Club 6-7:20 p.m. Wed. Night at Knapp Elementary School, Saturday Night Youth Group 6-8 p.m. GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH Boyceville, 715-643-5011 Pastor Christopher Ames www.yesgrace.org Sunday School 10 a.m.; Morning Worship Service 11 a.m.; Sun. Eve. 6 p.m.; Wed. Bible Study and Prayer 7 p.m. CATHOLIC ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC CHURCH Glenwood City, WI Father John R. Long Parish Office: 715-265-7133 Pastor’s Office: 715-565-3132 Masses: Sat. 4 p.m. at St. Bridget, Wilson; Sat. 6 p.m. at St. John the Baptist, Glenwood City; Sun. 8:30 a.m. St. John the Baptist, Glenwood City; Sun. 10:30 a.m. at St. John’s, Clear Lake. ST. LUKE’S CATHOLIC Boyceville, WI These weekly Church Messages are sponsored by: Father Kevin Louis, Pastor Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Mass. Wednesday: 6 p.m. CCD/CYO. CHURCH OF LATTER DAY SAINTS CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS 2721 5th Street South, Menomonie Phone: 715-235-8352 Branch President: Ken Kratt 715-778-4260 Sun. Services: Sacrament Meeting 10-11:10 a.m.; Sun. School 11:20Noon; Priesthood/Relief Society 12:10-1 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE NEW LIFE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 704 W. Main, Wheeler, WI Pastor Steve Crites; Church 715-632-2061 Youth Pastor Brett Cole Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School – all ages, 10:45 a.m. Sun. worship service, 7 p.m. Sun. night worship service. Tues.: 9 p.m Tues. Men’s Prayer. Wed.: 6 p.m. Teen Quizzing, 7 p.m. Teen Worship, 7 p.m. Adult Prayer, 7 p.m. Children’s Kingdom Express. EVANGELICAL FAITH EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH 90 East St., Boyceville (North Edge of Town, Hwy 79) 715-643-5209 Church Phone Pastor Steve Boyd/Cell 715-702-2290 10:45 a.m. Morning Worship. Family Night (k4-12th grade) Wed. 6-8PM (Sept-May). REEVE EVANGELICAL CHURCH Jct. Barron CTH K & A, Clear Lake www.reevechurch.org 715-263-2126; [email protected] Sun.: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship time; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages. Nursery & Children’s Ministry at both services. LIVING WORD CHAPEL Interdenominational Church 2746 State Rd. 64 at Forest Sr. Pastor Randy Dean - 715-265-4810 email:[email protected] Web: www.LWC1.com Service Times: Sun. 10 a.m.; Wed. 7 p.m. LUTHERAN CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN CHURCH (Association of Free Lutheran Congregations) 2997 30th Ave., Wilson, WI 54027 2 miles south of I-94 on Hwy. 128 (Former Cady-Wilson School) 715-772-4464 Pastor: Les Johnson 715-772-4454 www.visitchristtheking.org Wed., Jan. 21: 7 p.m. Bible Study. Sun., Jan. 25: 9 a.m. Sunday School, 10:15 a.m. Worship. Wed., Jan. 28: 7 p.m. Bible Study. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Connorsville-Pastor Paul Carlson Office: 715-643-2785; Home: 715-643-9221 Sunday: 9 a.m. Worship, 10 am. Sunday School. HAY RIVER-RIDGELAND LUTHERAN Interim Pastor Curt Rohland 715-949-1976 Wed., Jan. 21: 6:30 p.m. Confirmation at Ridgeland. Sun., Jan. 25: WORSHIP: 9 a.m. Ridgeland, 10:30 a.m. Hay River, SUNDAY SCHOOL: 9:30 a.m. Hay River, No Sunday School at Ridgeland, Ridgeland SS choir 10-10:20 a.m., Hay River Annual Meeting Fellowship. Wed., Jan. 28: 6:30 p.m. Confirmation at Hay River. CEDARBROOK CHURCH N6714 470th St., Menomonie, WI (One mile north of Wal-Mart, kiddie corner from John Deere) Phone: 715-231-LIFE (5433) www.cedarbrookchurch.net e-mail: [email protected] Sun. Worship: 9 & 10:45 a.m. HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA) Glenwood City, WI 715-265-4411 Wed., Jan. 21: 3:30 p.m. Bible Study at Havenwood, 6 p.m. Affirmation of Faith Class. Thurs., Jan. 22: 8 a.m. Quilters. Fri., Jan. 23: 8 p.m. AA. Sun., Jan. 25: 9 a.m. Come as you are Worship, Annual Meeting. Mon., Jan. 26: 6 p.m. Worship. Mon., Jan. 27: 7 p.m. Book read in Dr. C. W. Rasmussen Pete's Automotive Supply INTER-DENOMINATIONAL Dentist Glenwood City, WI Phone 265-4258 STEAM TEAM Warehouse Distributor Dealer Associated Only Phone 265-4221 223 W. Oak St., Glenwood City, WI library - Lovely Bones. Wed., Jan. 28: 3:30 p.m. Bible Study at Havenwood, 6 p.m. Affirmation of Faith Class. HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN 5 mi. north of Boyceville on Co. Hwy. O, Missouri Synod-Pastor Curtis Brooks Phone: 715-643-3182 Pastor hrs. at Holy Trinity 9-5 every Thurs. Services at 10:30 a.m., Communion 1st, 3rd & 5th Sunday. IMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 2526 80th Ave. Woodville, WI 54028 715-698-2500 www.immanuelwoodville.com See our website for worship service, Bible Class, Sunday School & activity times. IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH 2980 210th Avenue, Forest, WI 54013 715-263-2249 Vicar: Bob Dahm Sun. Worship Service: 8:30 a.m. (Nov. 1 - Feb. 28). Communion is served on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. Please call the church office at 715-772-3150 for time and place of Confirmation. OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA) Hwy 170, PO Box 186 Wheeler, WI • 715-632-2530 [email protected] Sun.: 9:15 a.m. Worship Service. TRINITY LUTHERAN (ELCA) 1039 Nordveien Dr., P.O. Box 247 (Hwy. 79) • Boyceville, WI 54725 Rev. Bradley K. Peterson, Pastor 715-643-3821; trinityboyceville.com Parish Office Hours: M-F 8 a.m.-Noon Communion 1st, 3rd & 5th Sun. & Wed. Sun. worship service is at 9 a.m.; Sun. School 10:15 a.m.; Wed. evening worship: 7:30 p.m. WEST AKERS LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA) [7 miles N of Connorsville on Co. Rd. V] E1795 1440th Ave., Prairie Farm, WI 54762 Pastor Mark Woeltge Services & Sunday School at 10 a.m., Coffee hour at 9 a.m. NAPA Glenwood Auto Supply 525 First Street Glenwood City, WI 265-4218 CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING John A. Humpal, Owner WILSON LUTHERAN CHURCH 401 310th Street, Wilson, WI 54027 Office: 715-772-3150 Vicar: Bob Dahm Sun. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. (Nov. 1 - Feb. 28). Communion is served on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. Please call the church office at 715-772-3150 for time and place of Confirmation. ZION LUTHERAN Woodville, WI Keith Anderson, Senior Pastor Andy Boe, Part-time Associate Pastor Wed., Jan. 21: 9 a.m. Bible Study, 7-8:30 p.m. Confirmation Thurs., Jan. 22: 5:30 p.m. 4-H Play Practice, 7 p.m. Choir Practice. Sat., Jan. 24: 8:30 a.m. Joseph’s Square. Sun., Jan. 25: 8:30 a.m. Worship, 9:30 a.m. Annual Meeting, No Sunday School, no second service. Mon., Jan. 26: 5:30 p.m. 4-H Play Practice. Tues., Jan. 27: 9 a.m. All Staff, 8 p.m. AA Meeting. Wed., Jan. 28: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study, 9 a.m. Bible Study, 7-8:30 p.m. Confirmation. NON-DENOMINATIONAL CALVARY CHAPEL Pastor Jason Taylor N10091 Co. Rd. S, Wheeler, WI 715-658-1036 e-mail:[email protected] www.ottercreekcf.com Sunday:10 a.m. Prayer; 10:30 a.m. Worship. 7 p.m. Thurs. Bible Study. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST MENOMONIE SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST Pastor Bob Mills Phone: 715-235-3791 Sab. School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m. SEVEN-DAY ADVENTIST 6 miles east of Clear Lake on Cty. A 76 20th Ave., County A, Clear Lake, WI Pastor John Redlich Head Elder: David Scott, 715-263-3367 Sat.: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study; 11 a.m. Worship Service. Wed.: 7 p.m. Mid-week Worship. Boyceville UNITED METHODIST BOYCEVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Pastor Timothy Matthaei Church 715-643-2331 Sun.: 9:45 a.m. Worship; 9:45 a.m. Sunday School. GLEN HILLS PARISH UNITED METHODIST Pastor Mary Beth Scow Parsonage Phone 715-565-3330 Office Phone 715-265-7395 Wed., Jan. 21: 3:30 p.m. KOOL at the Glenwood City UMC Thurs., Jan. 22: 6 p.m. Men’s Group at the Boyceville UMC Sat., Jan. 24: 9 a.m. Bible Study at the Glenwood City UMC Sun., Jan. 25: 8:30 a.m. Worship & Sunday school at the Emerald UMC, 9:45 a.m. Worship & Sunday school at the Glenwood City UMC, 11 a.m. Worship & Sunday school at the Downing UMC, 2-5 p.m. SPRC Training at the Menomonie UMC Wed., Jan. 28: 3:30 p.m. KOOL at the Glenwood City UMC GRACE UNITED METHODIST Wheeler, WI Pastor Timothy Matthaei Church 715-643-2331 Sun.: 11 a.m. Worship. KNAPP UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 Main Street, Knapp, WI 54749 715-665-2535 Pastor Paul Foulke Sun.: Church Service 10 a.m. THE WILLOW RIVER UNITED METHODIST PARISH Clear Lake, Deer Park, Forest 420 Fourth Ave., Clear Lake John Hazen, Pastor Office Hours: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 9 – 11:30 a.m. Parish Office Phone: 715-263-2700 Website: www.willowriverparish.org Clear Lake: Sundays 9:45 a.m. Worship, Wednesdays 6 p.m. Church School with Meal at 5:30. Forest: Sundays 11 a.m. Worship Service, Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Trinity-Deer Park: Sundays 8:30 a.m. Worship. Dahl Well Drilling, LLC Complete Well & Pump Sales & Service 715-265-7403 Tribune Press Reporter (715) 643-3226 105 Misty Court • Glenwood City Residential • Commercial 1-800-553-3677 or 632-2109 www.steamteamcleaning.com Communion served the 1st Sunday. 715-643-4211 Heavy Duty Truck Parts & Sales 715-643-4212 • Downing, WI 265-4211 • Glenwood City Member F.D.I.C. • Equal Housing Lender Graphic Design • Printing • Copying • Invitations 715-265-4646 Page 12 - Tribune Press Reporter - Wednesday, January 21, 2015 3rd Quarter A review of the top news headlines in our area for 2014 JULY July 2 GLENWOOD ALUMNI AUTHOR TO VISIT LIBRARY: Beverly Finn, a Glenwood City alumni and current Illinois resident, will be visiting the Glenwood City High School Library on July 9 to talk about her recently published book titled “You Won’t Be Coming Back”. GRACE BAPTIST WELCOMES NEW PASTOR: Christopher Ames will now be leading the services at Grace Baptist Church in Boyceville as he officially became the new Pastor on June 22 when he gave his first service. Chris comes to Boyceville from Minneapolis where he and his wife Amanda and nine-month-old daughter, Annika lived for the past six years. B A N K D O N AT E S $ 5 , 0 0 0 TO GLENHAVEN: Hiawatha National Bank of Glenwood City made a $5,000 donation to Glenhaven’s Fire Recovery Fund last Thursday, June 26. Glenhaven is rebuilding its new facility following the January 14, 2014 fire that destroyed the building that was under construction. July 9 OWNER OF CAPSIZED BOAT FOUND ALIVE: According to the Dunn County Sheriff ’s Office, Jacob Wyss of Boyceville is the owner of the capsized boat on Tainter Lake. The search started after a 911 call came in late Thursday, July 3 to the Dunn County Communications Center that a boat was overturned on Tainter Lake, north of county Highway D in the Town of Tainter. T O R N A D O I N C O L FA X CAUSES $1 MILLION IN DAMAGE: Damage from the June 27 tornado “is in the $1 million range and could be more,” said Bill Yingst, district administrator of the School District of Colfax at a special emergency meeting July 1. HEROIN A GROWING EPIDEMIC AMONG WISCONSIN YOUTH: Heroin, at one time known as the “one and done” drug, is circulating heavily in the area once again with seven deaths in the Hudson area alone in 2013 and a total of 35 cases in St. Croix County. July 17 CITY ISSUES RAZE ORDER: The City Council voted four to two to order a three-unit apartment at 107 Maple Street razed. The order comes after some discussion by the council and input from Police Chief Bob Darwin and a letter from the city’s building inspector. BOYCEVILLE UMC TO HAVE NEW LOCATION: The United Methodist Church congregation in Boyceville officially purchased a “new” building this past Monday, July 14. Upon hearing that the building that once was home to St. John’s Lutheran Church was up for sale, members of the Methodist church took a vote on whether or not to make the purchase, which went over almost unanimously. GC SCHOOLS WELCOME ADMINISTRATIVE SHIFT: As of July 1, 2014, new administrative roles in the Glenwood City School District have been made official. Now, Tim Johnson is the Superintendent and Patrick Gretzlock is the new High School/ Middle School Principal and Athletic Director. July 24 LOVGRENS OPEN CORBIN’S CLOSET: The Jay and Lisa Lovgren family opened Corbin’s Closet this Wednesday, July 23 at their home inside a barn on their property Corbin’s Closet is a place where gently used clothing and household items are made available for those who are in need. DEMOLITION UNDERWAY FOR NEW BOYCEVILLE AMBULANCE: As of the July 16 Boyceville Ambulance District meeting, demolition of the old car dealership building on Race Street had started at the site where the new ambulance station is going to be built. July 30 BOYCEVILLE: The Boyceville Lions Club’s 18-month project to fundraise and build a new playground at Andy Pafko Park along State Road 170 in the village will culminate this Saturday, August 2 with a Noon dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event officially gets underway at 10 a.m. and will run until 2 p.m. R A S M U S S E N F A M I LY DONATES BENCH: At Monday night’s meeting, the Glenwood City Board of Education accepted the donation of a black granite memorial bench on behalf of the Charles Rasmussen Family. The bench will be placed on the school grounds near the athletic fields where the memorial pavers are currently placed. GLENWOOD TEAM RECEIVES TROPHY: A group of community members, family and dear friends from around Glenwood City and Boyceville walked alongside Elliott Weeks and Caitlin Williams in memory of their son Ruxin Weeks at the Halos of the St. Croix Valley’s 5K Family Fun Day on Saturday, July 26 in Hudson. 59 walkers registered prior to the event and more participated that day, which put team “Runnin’ for Ruxey” in first place amongst the others and they received the Most Participants Trophy. AUGUST August 6 UMC WELCOMES NEW PASTOR: The Willow River Parish is excited to welcome John Hazen to the Parish. He will be the minister for a three part charge in the United Methodist Church of Forest, Deer Park and Clear Lake. DUNN COUNTY’S BUDGET CELEBRATING 125 YEARS - The Glenwood City United Methodist Church will be celebrating its 125th year and dedicating the new addition this Sunday, September 28 at 1:00 p.m. with an open house. The community is welcome to attend. —photo by Shawn DeWitt HAS GOOD AND BAD NEWS: There’s good news and bad news concerning the 2015 budget for Dunn County. The good news, is that the beginning shortfall is smaller than in years past (around $450,000, instead of the usual $3 million and $4 million). However, a total of $714,508 from the budget’s levy can be applied to the general fund shortfall, leaving $443,967 that must be accounted for. ZWALDS TO HOST FARMCITY DAY: The Zwald family would like to welcome you to St. Croix County’s Farm City Day on August 9, 2014. Bomaz Farms is located at 1603 County Road Z, Hammond, WI 54015. August 13 LAGERSTROMS TO BE PICKLE FEST GRAND MARSHALS: Len and Mary Lagerstrom will be this year’s Grand Marshals for the annual Cucumber Festival in Boyceville. They were both raised in the Boyceville community and graduated from the high school in the 1960s. WATER TOWER OUTLIVES LIFE EXPECTANCY: Glenwood City’s water storage tank along Third Street has outlived its life expectancy, says the city’s public works director. The facility was constructed in 1983. A replacement could cost around a half a million dollars. BOYCEVILLE GRAD A YOUTUBE SENSATOIN: After walking across the stage to receive her Boyceville high school diploma in 2011, Madilyn Wold aka Madilyn Bailey has become a bit of a YouTube sensation with over 1 million subscribers and more than 200 million video views. August 20 DUNN COUNTY SHERIFF WINS PRIMARY: Dunn County Sheriff Dennis Smith won the August 12 Democratic primary for sheriff against challenger Chris Kruse with 56 percent of the vote. All together, the unofficial vote totals show that Sheriff Smith received 2,428 votes to 1,886 for Kruse. GLENWOOD CITY GRADUATE MAKES IT ON THE BIG SCREEN: James Severson, who professionally goes by the screenname James Sjurson, went from being a small town Glenwood City graduate to hitting the big screen while living in Las Vegas. Severson met with a major casting director a couple weeks after the Las Vegas 48 Film Festival, and from that audition, he will appear in a roll in the movie “Mall Cop 2”. VISTA SAND CO-OWNER SENTENCED TO FOUR YEARS IN PRISON: According to the Ellis County Sheriff ’s Office in Waxahachie, Texas, a Roger Sikes, age 34, is listed as being incarcerated for 49 days now after being booked on June 30, 2014. The picture included on the inmate search is in fact the “RJ” Sikes that is a co-owner of Vista Sand that is located in Granbury, TX. Vista Sand is looking at the possibility of starting a frac sand mine near Glenwood City. August 27 THREE VIE FOR MISS GC TITLE: Three young ladies will be competing for the 2014-15 title of Miss Glenwood City. This year ’s candidates are Allison Curvello, Marne Lewis, and Ashley Holmquist. 1930s HAY HOIST FOUND IN LOCAL BARN: O.K. Hedlund drove past an old barn on Highway 170 for years and he always wondered if inside it was housed a piece of history. So one day he decided to stop at the home of David and Erika Sudbrink to look inside their barn and sure enough, an old wooden hay hoist that is believed to have been built in the TRAIN STRIKES TRUCK — Law enforcement and railroad workers surveyed the aftermath of an accident on County Road Q in the Village of Knapp last Tuesday, September 16. The three-car train (two engines and a box car) can be seen in the background. —photo by Shawn DeWitt 1930s hung in the rafters. LOCAL MAN SHARES GIFT OF PAINTING: Santiago Lopez has been living in Boyceville for a year now after moving to the state from San Diego, California. In a short amount of time, Santiago has made quite the name for himself around town after he befriended Gary and Joy Evenson and created a handful of portraits and a mural on their garage for them. SEPTEMBER September 3 KNOXES TO BE GRAND MARSHALS: This year your Rustic Lore Grand Marshals are Tom and Judy Knox, residents of Glenwood City since 1986. The Knoxes have been a fixture in the community for 30 years now, since Tom worked as a substitute teacher in the high school in 1984. GLENWOOD ORCHARD TO HOLD FIRST CRAFT FAIR: The Glenwood Orchard located south of town will be hosting its first annual craft sale on Saturday, S e p t e m b e r 6 a n d S u n d a y, September 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. throughout the Rustic Lore weekend. September 10 BOYCEVILLE SCHOOLS TO CELEBRATE CENTENNIAL: The big day of events for the Centennial Celebration is Saturday, September 13 with a Homecoming parade down Main Street, followed by a tailgate party at the football field. Several other Centennial and Homecoming events have been scheduled on the days of Sept 11, 12, and 13. PROTESTERS GATHER AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING: Over forty people gathered at the Community Center late Monday afternoon to form a protest group in an attempt to have the city council reverse their decision over the proposed frac mining. NEW MISS GLENWOOD CITY COURT ANNOUNCED: Allison Curvello was named Miss Glenwood City for 2014-15. Marne Lewis and Ashley Holmquist were named princesses. September 17 BOYCEVILLE AND GLENWOOD HOMECOMING ROYALTY ANNOUNCED: Seniors Kayla Rettner and Damion Bicknell were chosen as the Boyceville High School’s 2014 Homecoming Queen and King last Friday, September 12. The Glenwood City High School Homecoming King and Queen were crowned Monday morning, September 15. Seniors Kristie Knops and Todd Petersen were selected as the 2014 Queen and King. CHIPPEWA FALLS AUTHOR REMEMBERS ANDY PAFKO: Although Boyceville native and former professional baseball player Andy Pafko has been mentioned in several books, most often dealing with the Chicago Cubs, there has yet to be a book written completely on Pafko’s life from a small child until his death almost a year ago. That is until Joe Niese, a librarian/information services coordinator for the Chippewa Falls Public Library by day and a sports author by night decided to write one. The book is titled “Handy Andy: The Andy Pafko Story”and will be self published by Niese. LOCALS WORKING TO SAVE MONARCHS: A few locals in the Boyceville area, including Community Events Sports Class Reunions Group Pictures See a photo in the paper that you like? We cover most local community and school events for Boyceville, Colfax, Elk Mound and Glenwood City. Visit DeWittMedia.com and order your copy today. Tribune Press Reporter Colfax Messenger DOWN WITH THE OLD — The former Keyes Chevrolet building, as it is known by locals, located along Race Street in Boyceville was razed Wednesday, July 16 to make room for the new ambulance and EMS station. The Chevrolet building had been a Village of Boyceville landmark since the 1940s. The Keyes family moved the Chevrolet dealership to Menomonie in 1987. —photo by Shawn DeWitt PO Box 38 105 Misty Court Glenwood City, WI 715-265-4646 those at the Post Office are doing their best to keep the food source alive as this is a crucial nutrient of the Monarch larvae. Due to a severe decline in milkweed and formal habitat, National Geographic says that the Monarch is in grave danger. September 24 GLENWOOD CITY UMC CELERATES 125 YEARS: The United Methodist Church in Glenwood City will celebrate its 125th anniversary by showing off its new and improved look. Over the past year, the Church received a revamp to the kitchen and lower facilities, along with a new addition. The front entrance was completely redone and bathrooms were replaced with handicap accessible bathrooms upstairs and downstairs. An elevator that serves as a handicap lift was also installed. VOTER ID IN PLACE: The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals in Chicago upheld Wisconsin’s voter identification law on September 12 and ruled that the state “may, if it wishes … enforce the photo ID requirement in this November’s elections.” WHEELER KEEPS COLFAX AMBULANCE: The Wheeler Village Board has approved retaining ambulance service for the village with the Colfax Rescue Squad. ST. CROIX COUNTY DEPT. RECEIVES ACCREDITATION: St. Croix County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - Public Health announced on September 18 that it has achieved national accreditation through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB).