‘Best Dam Town’ celebrates 56th Annual Dam Days

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September 27, 2024

001THU-DSC02439-Legion-Color-Guard(W) — The 56th Annual Dam Days Grande Parade was led by the Rickerd-Danielson American Legion Post 227 Color Guard and Rifle Squad. Photo by Paul J. Seeling

With Paul J. Seeling, Sun-Argus

SPRING VALLEY, WI – The 56^th Spring Valley Annual Dam Days Celebration kicked off on Friday (many starting on Thursday), September 20, 2024, with bargains, bargains at Garage Sales all over the Village. There were tasty “World Famous” Lions Burger and the live street dance music by Half Shebang. Despite another away football game for the Cardinals, many showed up for the live music and a delicious Lions Burger, many of those famous burgers with delicious fried onions and melted cheese.

Saturday brought some weather challenges (some precipitation) for the 13^th Annual Spring Valley Community Cancer Walk but, despite the heavy rain, the walk/run was well attended and this year’s blue shirts could be seen all over Village.

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Cross country teams run in Durand today, C-W invite last week

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September 26, 2024

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CHETEK, WI – The Cardinals cross country team has definitely been dodging weather all season long. Last week was, again, no exception. That being said, it will be interesting to see what the meet today in Durand will bring with warm temperatures expected.

The cross country program was scheduled to compete here at the Dan Conway Invitational at Chetek-Weyerhaeuser High School, but the threat of severe weather forced some adjustments to the schedule of events. The middle school and JV races were canceled, and the varsity events were moved up in time to get the race in before the weather. This also meant that the runners were going to compete in warmer temperatures.

The girls’ meet was won by Cameron with just 40 points. Spooner was second in team scoring with 51 points followed by St. Croix Falls (108), Barron (109), Bruce (115), Stanley-Boyd (124), Siren (174), Spring Valley (189), Cumberland (216) and Northwestern (285).

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Mildred Lindabaur

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September 26, 2024

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Mildred Lindabaur, age 92, died on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at Benedictine Villa in Red Wing. She was born on November 8, 1931, to Darvin and Lillie Danelius.

Mildred married Gilbert Lindabaur in 1955. Mildred and Gilbert farmed near Spring Valley, Wisconsin for over 30 years. After retiring and selling the farm, Mildred worked for R. F. Ben Franklin for over 20 years.

Mildred and Gilbert enjoyed spending time at their cabin near Webster. She loved to travel with her favorite destination being Yellowstone National Park. She loved sewing, quilting, and sharing those skills with others by teaching them.

Mildred is preceded in death by her parents, Darvin and Lillie Danelius; husband, Gilbert; siblings, Arnold (Mary Lou) Danelius, Gloria (Paul) Lohmar; and sister-in-law, Judy Danelius.

She is survived by her daughters, Colleen (Christopher) Potswald and Carolyn Lindabaur; brother, Byron Danelius; and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

Gilbert and Mildred will be laid to rest in Greenwood Cemetery in River Falls.

Cremation Services provided by Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.

WWH announces Ellen Thompson as Chief Operating Officer

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September 26, 2024

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001THU-Ellen_Thompson-3(W) — Ellen Thompson has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer at Western Wisconsin Health. Submitted photo

By Ryma Lindquist, Community Relations Director, WWH

BALDWIN, WI – Western Wisconsin Health (WWH) is excited to announce the promotion of Ellen Thompson to Chief Operating Officer (COO). In this expanded role, Ellen will leverage her extensive experience in risk, compliance, and quality management while overseeing daily operations within WWH’s Rural Health Clinics to support the continued growth and success of WWH.

Ellen, a lifelong resident of Spring Valley, Wisconsin, has been a key member of the WWH leadership team since December 2021, serving as Director of Risk, Compliance, and Quality. During her tenure, she has been instrumental in ensuring compliance standards and leading the Quality Department in pursuit of operational and clinical excellence. Her contributions have earned her a vital role on WWH’s senior leadership team.

Her career prior to WWH includes serving as Nursing Home Administrator at Heritage of Elmwood Nursing Home. In this role, she also provided regional operational leadership for Grace Lutheran Communities, providing support to multiple facilities.

Ellen holds a Master of Science in Healthcare Innovation from the University of St. Thomas and a bachelor’s degree in health care administration from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. She is a Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) and a licensed Nursing Home Administrator.

Ellen remains deeply connected to her local community, living in Spring Valley with her husband and three children. In addition to her role at WWH, she serves on the Board of Directors for the St. Croix Valley Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) and is an alumna of the Rural Wisconsin Healthcare Cooperative Quality Residency program. She has also shared her expertise on a National level at the AHA Rural Health Care Leadership Conference, where she presented on rural quality and patient safety.

“Ellen’s commitment to her work and her community makes her the perfect fit for this new role,” said Eilidh Pederson, CEO of Western Wisconsin Health. “We are fortunate to have her leadership and look forward to the continued positive impact she will have on our organization and the communities we serve.”

Western Wisconsin Health is a community-driven healthcare organization committed to enhancing the health and well-being of people in the region. WWH is redefining rural healthcare by offering comprehensive services, including primary care, rehabilitation, and specialty care, providing high-quality healthcare close to home.

EHS Class of 1974 holds 50-year Reunion

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September 25, 2024

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003TUE-EHSClassof1974_3(W) — Front row standing: Sue Feiler Pelzel, Sally Tiffany Weisenbeck, and Charlene Luther Holmes. Front row kneeling: JoAnn Wolf Gibson, Greg Sailer, Jean Crownhart Zeithaml, Don Fritz, and Roger Bechel. Second row: Peggy Bates Snyder, Jody Weber Engeldinger, Julie Baier Richardson, Debbie Webb Howe, Carol Anderson Benson, Cathy Lecheler Baier, Debi Mattson, Maria Reitz Brantner, and Jeff McCardle. Third row: Jerry Nelson, Nancy Radle, and Mark Geraets. Fourth row: Rod Cameron, Jerry Thompson, and Ken Wolf. Back row: Duane Ducklow, Mike Baier, Tom Brunner, and Jon Schuler. Submitted photo

Submitted by Jean Crownhart Zeithaml, Class of 1974

ELMWOOD, WI – The Elmwood High School Class of 1974 held its 50-year Class Reunion on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at the home of classmate Jerry Thompson who lives just east of Elmwood. A taco bar meal was provided by Gordo’s Tacos and Burritos Food Truck. The event started with an excellent tour of the Elmwood School, which brought back lots of memories from fifty years ago. Many thanks to our expert guide, Superintendent Glenn Webb.

Our senior year of high school was memorable, to say the least. There were the Watergate Hearings and resignations of first the U.S. Vice-President and then the President. Due to the Oil Embargo, by an act of Congress, we returned to daylight savings time in January and school started one hour late each day. Wisconsin was one of the first states to lower the maximum speed limit on highways to 55 miles per hour and gas stations remained closed on Sundays to cooperate with national energy conservation efforts. A quote from our senior yearbook stated, “With the scarcity of gasoline came gas prices of over 50 cents per gallon.”

There were 45 members in our graduating class and 38 remain. Twenty-seven classmates attended the reunion along with several spouses/guests. Deceased members of our class were fondly remembered: Chuck “Chuckie” Lechner, Frank Maves, Dave Fischer, Virgil Perry, Dennis Churchill, Bob Field, Jeanne Mountin, Cindy Huebner Bartels, and Arnie Bauer.

The Class of 1974 has faithfully held a reunion every five years since graduating 50 years ago. We plan to start getting together more frequently on a casual basis.

Volleyball team moves to 9-2 on the season with D-SC games starting Thursday

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September 24, 2024

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SPRING VALLEY, WI – The defense of the Dunn-St. Croix conference championship began Thursday for the Spring Valley volleyball team as they hosted Colfax to open the conference portion of the schedule.

The team had surged to a 9-2 record so far this season with a relatively young team (just one senior).

Baldwin-Woodville Quad
The previous week, the Cardinals topped Alma/Pepin at home in three games before going 2-1 in Baldwin at the Baldwin-Woodville quad, beating Spooner and Clear Lake 2-1 in each game while falling to Baldwin-Woodville 0-2.

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Cross country team runs through the heat at Somerset, meet at C-W Thursday

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September 23, 2024

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SOMERSET, WI – The weather for the cross country season has kind of been all over the place this fall. A few weeks ago, there was a big storm surrounding the meet in Saint Croix Falls, the next week was perfect in Hammond, then there was the heat last week in Somerset.

The Cardinals had improved times and great efforts from the runners, despite the heat.

The girls’ team had one runner drop out during the race, leaving just four runners to race, which meant there wasn’t a team score for the Cardinals.

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Free Program: ‘Navigating the Teen and Tween Years’ at B-W High School

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September 23, 2024

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Submitted by Kit Smestad, B-W HS School Counselor

BALDWIN, WI – The Baldwin-Woodville (B-W) Area School District would like to invite you to a free, adult-only event for parents/guardians of our students in grades 4-12. The event, “Navigating the Teen and Tween Years,” will happen on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This event, hosted in partnership with law enforcement agencies from Baldwin, Woodville, and St. Croix County, Western Wisconsin Health, Spark and Stitch Institute, Turning Point, St. Croix County Health and Human Services, and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), is designed to empower parents in raising resilient children.

No registration is required. The evening will feature interactive presentations on important topics, such as managing screen time and identifying warning signs of drug use. Parents will also be able to connect with local resources to support their families through these critical years.

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Tweens, Teens, and Screens – A presentation about the impact of screen time on teens and tweens.
When: 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Where: Performing Arts Center, Baldwin-Woodville High School.

Identification, Local Trends, and Narcan Training – Learn about local drug trends, how to identify signs of drug use, and receive Narcan training.
When: 6:45 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
Where: Performing Arts Center, Baldwin-Woodville High School.

Local Resource Tables – Explore resources from partnering organizations to guide and support parents during these challenging years.
When: 5:30 pm- 7:30 pm
Where: B-W HS Commons

This interactive program is specifically designed for parents of children ages 10 and older. The event will cover essential topics, helping parents recognize the warning signs of drug use and other risky behaviors while connecting them with local support systems.

“This is a crucial opportunity for parents to gain practical insights and resources that can make a real difference in their children’s lives,” said Kit Smestad, B-W HS School Counselor.

For more information, please contact Kit Smestad: ksmestad@bwsd.k12.wi.us, 715-684-3321 Ext: 4113.

Meet Nicole Verdon and Rachel Eastgate, the new leaders at SVHRC

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September 21, 2024

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002SAT-DSC02411-NIcole-&-Rachel(W) — Here is Nicole Verdon (L), executive director and Rachel Eastgate, director of nursing together in the lobby of the Spring Valley Nursing Home. Photo by Paul J. Seeling

SPRING VALLEY, WI – There is new leadership at the Spring Valley Health and Rehabilitation Center (the nursing home) (SVHRC). Nicole Verdon has been named Administrator with the duties of executive director and Rachel Eastgate has been appointed director of nursing.

Let’s meet Nicole Verdon first. Verdon grew up just east of Spring Valley in Menomonie, Wisconsin. She lives there with her partner and has three children, a boy of 15, a girl of 13 and a boy of 11.

Verdon was in the Girl Scouts and Scouting for five years before her work in Health Care Administration for seven years in Florida. Prior to her move to Florida seven years ago, Verdon served as president of the Lions Club of Amery, Wisconsin and treasurer for the Wisconsin Health Care Association. Verdon holds a Master of Public Health from the University of South Florida (expected 2025) and a degree in health care administration/psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.

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Blackhawk football triumphant in record-setting performance

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September 20, 2024

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001FRI-Picture1-Running-Back-Taden-Holldorf(W) — Running Back Taden Holldorf avoids defenders making his way to the endzone. Photo by Evan Peterson

SOMERSET, WI – The Baldwin-Woodville Blackhawks outpaced the Somerset Spartans, 70-42, on September 13, 2024, at Seibel Memorial Field. The game featured a high-scoring battle that set multiple Baldwin-Woodville school records and Middle Border Conference records.

Somerset kicked off to open the game, and Baldwin-Woodville immediately went to work. The Blackhawks struck quickly, with a 54-yard rushing touchdown by Taden Holldorf on the second play of the drive, followed by a successful 2-point conversion by quarterback Gavin Sell, B-W 8-0. Somerset struggled to respond and went four-and-out; punting on their first possession.

Baldwin-Woodville capitalized with another Holldorf touchdown (27 yards) and a 2-point conversion, B-W 16-0. The Spartans faced tough resistance from the Blackhawk defense and turned the ball over on downs. Baldwin-Woodville took advantage with an 8-yard QB keeper touchdown by Sell, B-W 22-0. Somerset finally answered with a 56-yard touchdown and 2-point conversion, ending the first quarter with Baldwin-Woodville leading 22-8.

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