EXELAND AREA ASSOCIATION
Thank you to everyone who made our 9th Annual haunted production a huge success! Thanks to everyone who put their ideas, work and participation into another great haunted trail.We are especially thankful for all of the people who came out to support us by walking our haunted Cemetery Trail!! We hope to scare you again next year!
On Sunday, January 15th the Exeland Area Association held a Tailgate Party from noon – 2:30 p.m. as a show of appreciation to the Green Bay Packers to honor the team for another very successful season and for making our winters shorter. It was a nice day and a large crowd attended the fun party that was held on Main Street. There were many prize drawings, contests, free food, beverages and music for the faithful Packers fans. It was an excellent event that brought a lot of people to town. Packer fans dressed to win were: King and Queen were Tom Gifford and Dee Deach who lead the parade up and down main street. Best dressed male: Robert Deach. Best dressed female: Joanne Aken. Funniest Costume: Dana Zebro. Craziest Costume: Bimbo Gifford. Best Couple: Greg & Jen from Cameron. Along with all of the kids that also showed their pride—they were all winners. Check out all the great photographs on our facebook page and website!
At the March quarterly meeting the Exeland Area Association will be planning their calendar of events for 2012. Some of the events will include the annual baseball tourney held over July 4th. They will also hold the Community Picnic and fireworks. The organization plans on helping with the Trout Fest Parade over Labor Day weekend. There also are plans to have the Trail of Terror for Halloween. Other scheduled events will be announced after the March meeting.
Calendar for 2013.
Haunted trail results.
All members are reminded that the membership fee of $20 is due. Also, if you would like to buy a yearly ad ($10 per quarter) that fee is due. Pay Janet at the Dairyland State Bank. If you would like to become member of the organization of purchase an ad you can call Janet at the bank at 943-2266.
EXELAND ROD & GUN CLUB NEWS
On Nov. 11th the Club held their annual Hunter’s Ball. Ten guns were raffled off during the night’s festivities. Gun winners were:
Korey Fischer (Exeland); Heath Hover (Exeland); Steve Ross (Exeland); Dan Kromrey (Rice Lake); Mike Grinnell (Exeland); Denny Kopras (Exeland); Todd Stewart (Eau Claire); Mike Waite (Exeland); Doug Zebro (Exeland); Al Suzan (Exeland)
Korey Fischer won the Big Buck Contest for shooting the largest buck during the nine- day gun deer season.
Norm Rademaker & Al Gerber currently have the largest bucks registered in the Archery Contest. Right now it’s to close to call a winner. Final results will be announced at the Club’s February meeting.
Longtime member Bill Zorn passed away on Thanksgiving Day. President Darryl Kinnear said, “The Club is saddened by the passing away of Bill. He was a very active member and poured his heart into our organization. He’ll really be missed by all of us and we extend our condolences to his family.”
The Club held their annual rabbit/grouse hunt on Saturday, January 7th. Winning for the 7th year in a row was Team America. Members of the team included Rod Brown, John Gordon, Denny Kopras, Kevin Harings, Al Gerber, Jim Gerber and rookies Conner Kopras and Chance Brown. The winners shot 9 rabbits/8 grouse. Brant Waite’s team placed 2nd with 13 total kills; Chuck Lynk/Jim Tate Team (11); Scott Ring Team (10).
The Club will hold their annual Wildlife Benefit Night, Saturday, March 17 at the Couderay Golf Course. Tickets are $50 each with a limit of 125. To check the availability of tickets or to get on the list, contact Nevin Zezza at 943-2604.
Exeland Rod & Gun Club members are reminded that the 2012 membership fee of $20 is due. If you would like to join the Club, contact Nevin Zezza at 943-2604.
Wyatt Robert Vitcenda
Jamie & Bart Vitcenda welcomed their son, Wyatt Robert, to Exeland on Nov. 26th. He was born at Hayward Memorial Hospital, weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces and was 21 inches long. Grand parents are Jim & Joan Graves and Joan Vitcenda and the late Bob Vitcenda.
OUR SINCERE SYMPATHY
The Exeland community would like to extend their condolences to all of the families on the recent passing of:
Dorothy Schweitzer (Jan. 6)
Eula Scott (Dec. 24)
Sophie Szarowicz (Nov. 26)
Bill Zorn (Nov. 24)
Lois Eastburn (Oct. 29)
Helen Aspseter (Oct. 26)
Ray Moudry (Oct. 24)
All wonderful people who will be dearly missed by their families and the community.
CONGRATULATIONS TO …
Garrett Krug on being selected “Student of the Month” at Bruce High School.
Garrett Krug on being voted the 2011 “Homecoming King” at Bruce High School.
Garrett Krug on being named as a “First Team All-Conference Offense (Split-End)” football player in the Lakeland Conference.
Garrett Krug on being named as a “Second Team All-Conference Defense (Linebacker)” football player in the Lakeland Conference.
Garrett Krug on shooting a nice buck during deer season.
Garrett Krug on being a star player for the BHS basketball team.
Garrett is the son of Gary & Sarah Krug. As you can see by the above accomplishments things are definitely going Garrett’s way. For this reason he has taken over being the boss of the household. Gary and Sarah now have to answer to him.
Congratulations to…
Best Wishes to Travis Hart and Whitney Jiskra on their upcoming marriage. Parents of the couple are Brenda and Alan Hart and Elizabeth and Ed Jiskra. Grandparents from Exeland are Rosie Pejka and Sandy Shimko
THANK YOU …
Michele Meyers and her many elves for running another successful “Santa Shop” that was held at the Weirgor Town Hall On Saturday 10th. Also, thank you to Bill Haymes (rumor has it that he might be the Santa Claus).
The Methodist Church would like to thank everyone who made their annual “Cookie & Cake Walk” a huge success in December.
ONE OF THE BEST
One of the top art displays at the annual Student Exhibit / Art Gallery held in Ladysmith on Dec. 6th was the painting of Flambeau student Caprice Benson. A photo of Caprice and her outstanding painting appeared in the Ladysmith News.
WONDERFUL HOMECOMING
Returning home from service for Christmas were the three Wallace boys (sons of Dawn Joyner & Jeff Wallace). Kyle is in the National Guard and recently served a tour in Iraq. Ryan is in the Marines and currently is stationed in Japan. Josh joined the Navy in August and is training in South Carolina. A big thank you to our local soldiers. Keep all of our servicemen in your prayers.
SCHOOL PLAY
It was an outstanding performance by the Bruce High School Drama Club who presented the show “The Night I Died at the Palace Theatre” at Bruce School on Dec. 9th & 10th.
Part of the 12-person cast and key performers of the play were Leah Suzan, Paige Villiard, Jacki Scoles, Jacob Graves & Lizzy Brown. Good job kids! Next step, America’s Got Talent!
SPORTS
Hats off to Coach Eric Rademaker on coaching his 8th grade boys basketball team at Birchwood School to a winning and very successful basketball season. They finished at the top of the conference.
It has been a pretty impressive start to their high school wrestling careers. Both freshmen Kal Gerber (Cameron High School) & Ben Adams are following identical paths to success. Both are ranked in State, both currently have 20-2 records and both placed 3rd at the prestigious Northern Badger Tournament. Keep up the good work!
For most crews in the area the 9-day gun deer season wasn’t so good.
Having a good football season was Nick Chafer & Kyle Graves. Good job guys!
Tanner Villiard & Garret Krug are leading the BHS boys varsity basketball team to a very good season. The junior varsity team also is doing exceptionally well. Some of their players include Nick Chafer &Conner Kopras.
Denae Wessman is a solid guard and one of the leaders of the BHS girls varsity team.
The Winter girls varsity, led by Lindsey & Britney Thompson have led their team to the top of the conference including a huge victory over Flambeaeu. They are coached by Sheila Nerby and Dale Thompson. On the stars on the JV team are Kari Mattmiller and Mackenzie Thompson. The team will get additional help when Kortney Fischer is able to return to the lineup following a broken foot.
UPPER NORTHWOODS FARMERS MARKET
A new business has announced they will be coming to Exeland this summer. Opening on June 9th and every Saturday, 8:30 a.m. – noon in the Living Faith Church parking lot located on Hwy 40.
The Uppers Northwoods Farmers Market will be selling the best in produce. It will be fresh high quality produce at great prices.
The Market will also have some creative arts and provide tips on gardening & cooking. There will be food and coffee available.
Once a month there will be activities geared for kids of all ages.
As it gets closer to the opening of the Upper Northwoods Farmers Market more information will become available.
GET WELL
Some area people known to us to be battling a health problem or two are Rosie Pejka, Bob Veness & Frank Oeffling. All seem to being doing well at this time and we hope all of them are on a road of complete recovery. Get well!!
MISC.
Brenda & Brad Beise have purchased the Village Café. Target date to open their business is February 1. Good to have you back on Main Street!!
The construction and repairs to the building at Paul’s Paint & Body has been completed. A new and very attractive front has been put on the shop. Stop in and say hi to Paul and Jamie. Remember, they also do service work on vehicles. They would appreciate your business.
Wanted Ad
Wanted to buy. Will pay top dollar. A yard sign supporting Scott Walker. Please contact Denny Kopras.
FAN OF THE YEAR
“Green Bay Packers Fan of the Year” goes to Todd Englund of the Frontier Bar. He buys a round of drink (limit of one per quarter) for every touchdown the Packers score. Believe me … he’s had to buy a lot this year since the Green Bay has the top defense in the NFL. Anyhow, all of his patrons voted for him for this award for being so generous.
CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS
Best Christmas decorations around the area known to us:
Inside the Village of Exeland: Belouseks ? (not sure if we got there name correct / purchased Bizz & Judy Aspseter’s former home) Anyhow, this may have been the best decorated home for Christmas in Exeland history. Just an outstanding display.
Others top homes in Exeland include: Missy & Randy Warner, Jackie Walczak, Denny & Sue Kopras, Neal & Marna Halberg, Jim & Janet Gerber, Lois Gerber, John & Theresa Deach, Kevin Fetting, Russ Waite & Ron & Diane Beise.
Outside of Exeland include: Scott & Tina Taylor (as always), Steve & Rosie Danielson (as always), Jeff & Sandie Potter, Mike Veness, Jerry & Dixie Dilivan.
MEMORY LANE
Roger Taylor
Patty Taylor
Ralph & Lois Woods
Carl Geisler
Jim Geisler
Lyth & Verna Hartz
