Pulaski News

PULASKI, WISCONSIN THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2010 VOLUME LXX, NO. 3

Kick off your Sunday shoes with Footloose

Musical to premiere February 20
By Laura Dahms Pulaski High School students will be presenting the musical Footloose in the Ripley Performing Arts Center on Saturday, February 20 at 7 p.m.; Sunday, February 21 at 2 p.m.; Saturday, February 27 at 7 p.m.; and Sunday, February 28 at 2 p.m. Footloose is a fantastic show, with enough singing, dancing, and energy to go around. Featuring several favorite 80s songs, such as Footloose and Holding Out for a Hero, and favorite 80s dance moves, the musical is great for anyone who loves the 80s. In Footloose, the main character Ren McCormack and his mother move from groovy Chicago to a small town named Bomont. Dancing and rock n roll are forbidden in Bomont, a rule held close to the towns Shepherd, Reverend Shaw. While Ren attempts to beat down the town rule, a romance buds between he and Reverend Shaws daughter, Ariel. In

[The] show is bound to be a hit for all who come to see

the end, the town must decide whether or not to hold a dance. Tickets for Footloose may be purchased for $7 at the main office of Pulaski High School. For more information call (920) 822-6703. (More photos page 2)

Wolfgram gives the gift of sight

The cast of Footloose gathers for a group snapshot.

Lion Bob Buckman presents awards to Julie Rabe and Scott Wolfgram in recognition of Peggy Wolfgrams donation of her corneas for a transplant.

By Mike Clausen and Carrie Trina Peggy Wolfgram passed away on October 15, 2009, at the age of 74. Following her wishes her family provided her body for any possible donations. The donation of her corneas, the outside coverings of the eye, was accepted by the Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin. The Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin is one of 53 Lions Club eye banks in the world. The

Lions Club involvement with the blind began in 1952 when Helen Keller was the guest speaker at the Lions Club International. There she challenged members of the Lions Club to be Knights of the Blind. From that speech thousands of programs were sponsored for the blind and visually impaired throughout the world as a crusade against blindness. The Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin began in 1969, but the Lions Club has been supporting eye banks for nearly 65 years. The bank recovers, evaluates, and distributes human eye tissue for vision restoration, research, and education. Many eye surgeons rely on eye banks to supply them with eye tissue for sight-saving procedures for persons who have eye disease or injury. Throughout her life Wolfgram established a legacy of giving, administering her time, talents, and money to those in need. She was an active member in many community activities including the Pulaski Housing Authority, the nominating committee for Pulaski Area Historical Society, and served as secretary of Elm Grove Cemetery Association. She also was a substitute driver of the Meals on Wheels Program and a member of St. John Lutheran Church, where she was a part of the Ladies Guild choir and served as a church treasurer. She believed that volunteers and community

involvement had the potential to make the world a better place to live. Growing up in Laney, she spent her whole life in the Pulaski area. After graduating from Pulaski High School in 1952, she first worked at the shoe factory before continuing her education at Marinette County College. Upon graduation she attended UW-Oshkosh to pursue other degrees. After working at several different school districts, she returned to Pulaski where she taught kindergarten at Lannoye Elementary School. Upon receiving more degrees, she took on different jobs such as the director of student services, doing evaluations of districts, and acting superintendent for the district. She also worked at Hillcrest Elementary as a unit leader and at the central office where she was Chapter One director and worked with curriculum and special education. Wolfgram connected on all levels with those she worked with. Her coworkers never considered it work because she walked beside them. She had a motto that she was known for, if we cant help you we will get back to you. With a family history of donors, Wolfgram expressed a desire to continue on the tradition. The donation of the corneas is significant because she had two sisters and a brother who suffered from eye problems. To honor Wolfgrams donation, the Lions Club invited her family to attend their January 18 meeting. During the meeting Lion Bob Buckman explained the history on why sight is so dear to Lions across the country. He also explained the joy of the individuals who receive the cornea donations. Afterwards Lion Buckman presented Wolfgrams family with a commemorative prism for their mothers selfless gift. The family feels that donating is important because youre giving up yourself for someone else. Not only does organ donation provide a chance to improve someone elses life, but it also brings joy to the donors family. Just recently they received word from the Lions Club that due to their mothers donation, two people have been granted the gift of sight.

Lets go fishing!
By Kristen Lewandowski and Cayden Willems Jim Pyle of Pulaski has been catching the big ones since 1979. Pyle is a professional walleye fisherman. He uses a professional tournament wrap boat. Depending on the weather, Pyle hits the water almost every day if he can and participates in about 25 tournaments a year. Fishing has no boundaries. Fish dont know whos on the other line; it could be (anyone). Theres always an equal playing field, said Pyle. Watching the sun come up that first hour or half hour when everything is quiet is neat to watch. Pyle loves to teach children how to fish. Pyles biggest walleye was a 14 and a half pounder! Pyle said the best thing you can do is keep an open mind, dont get blinded by your own opportunities, and just have fun!

Jim Pyle drives his professional tournament boat.

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Pulaski Wrestlers take FRCC Champs! Congratulations! - p 14

Pulaski School colors change over time. - p 9

Jim Pyle holds up a 12 and a half and an 11 and a half pound walleye.

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Tickets available for $7 at the main office of Pulaski High School. For more information call (920) 822-6703.

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Pennies for Patients Leukemia Drive

Lyle (Jake Leigh), Chuck Cranston (Luke Button), and Travis (Sean Hennessy) are the bad boys of Bomont.

Willard Hewitt (Steven Schlender), Ren McCormack (Dylan Maki), Jeter (Colin Duke), Bickle (Tyler Lepak), and Garvin (Alex Rentmeester) will do anything it takes to change the corruption in Bomont.

By Tim Frisch The PHS National Honor Society is hosting its annual Pennies for Patients Leukemia Drive to raise money for cancer research and patients from February 8 through February 18. Students will be competing in their third hour class, and the class that raises the most money will win a pizza party sponsored by Figaros Pizza. In addition, any class that raises over $75 will receive home baked cookies from a NHS member. In years past, PHS has been one of the top fund-raising schools in the state of Wisconsin, and last year our school raised over $2500. We would like to keep that tradition going. If you wish to make a donation for leukemia research and patients, please drop off your donations in the main office or send to: Pulaski High School, Attn: Joan Brylski, 1040 S. St. Augustine Street, Pulaski, WI 54162. We appreciate your help. Sincerely, Pulaski High School National Honor Society.

Reverend Shaw Moore (Ryan Dummer), Vi Moore (Rachel Gullickson), Principal Clark (Brandon Reynolds), Ethel McCormack (Ali Molnar), and Coach Dunbar (Andy Peterson) are the knowledgeable and reasonable adults in the small town of Bomont.

Ariel Moore (Cassie Alfheim), Rusty (Karlye Whitt), Urleen (Ellen Berg), and Wendy Jo (Sandra Wied), are waited on at the Burger Blast restaurant by Betty Blast (Caitlin Kafura).

The Pulaski Red Raiders traveled to Ashwaubenon, January 21 to take on the Jaguars. The Raiders beat the Jaguars with a score of 32-22 victory. The Raiders had a rough start, losing five of the first six matches making the score 19-3. The Raiders, not willing to let the conference title be taken away, came out and battled to win 7 of the last 8 matches, leaving the final score of 32-22. With victorys coming from Shane Reinhard 11-2, Tyler Rusch 9-3, Nevada Skenandore pin, Logan Hinderman 9-3, Jacob Syndergaard 7-4, Trevor Lardinois pin, Justin Enderby 7-5, and Jonathan Enderby 15-0. The Raiders are in the running for the FRCC championship title. The Raiders must take on Green Bay West/Southwest on February 4 to seal the title.

Pulaski wrestling 7-0 and one to go

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Pulaski students experience TEC

It is vain to talk of the interest of the community, without understanding what is the interest of the individual ~Jeremy Bentham

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Leah Keyes, Rob Sobieck, Jesse Reinhard, and Jessie Pennings pose for a picture amidst enjoying TEC #249.

By Kevin Ripley Teens Encounter Christ (TEC) is a weekend experience in Christian living designed for youth, young adults, and adults. Participants spend time listening, laughing, singing, reflecting, and discussing things about themselves, others, and God. TEC is based on the Paschal Mystery, the death and resurrection of Christ. Four students from Pulaski High School were welcomed into the TEC community during their retreat from January 1-3. Leah Keyes, Jessie Pennings, Jesse Reinhard, and Rob Sobieck experienced a spiritually uplifting and identifying three days. Craig and Dec. Dennis Majewski and Becca and Tom Vandenbush were on the teams that made this retreat happen. This was an amazing experience. I got to know an assortment of new people with whom I stay in touch through Facebook and give each other guidance when we see others are having a hard time through life, said Pennings. I really enjoyed myself

and learned a lot from this experience. I am really pleased I decided to go on a TEC, and I would encourage other teens and even adults to attend one. This could be a turn in your life if you are having a hard time with your faith. It was for me. The next opportunity to go on a TEC is March 26-28. Visit anchorofhopetec.org for more information or for registration forms.

Debbie Kind Urben is inducted into Phoenix Hall of Fame

17th class of the Phoenix Hall of Fame was held February 5 in the Phoenix Rooms in the University Union on the UW-Green Bay campus. Kind Urben, a four-year letter winner as a pitcher on the Phoenix softball squad (199700), is the schools career leader in wins (33), shutouts (16), and complete games (45). In her senior season, she recorded a program-best 16 wins in 25 appearances with a school record 0.59 earned run average - a figure that ranked fourth in the NCAA. Throughout her career, Kind Urben was a five-time Midwestern Collegiate Conference Pitcher of the Week, was twice named to the MCC All-Tournament Team and also earned second-team All-MCC honors. She led the softball program to new heights throughout her time at Green Bay, helping her teams to runner-up finishes in the conference tournament in both 1999 and 2000. The Phoenixs appearance in the conference final in 1999 was the first in the history of the school. The following season, she aided her team to a 27-15 record, the best winning percentage in school history. Kind Urben also tossed the first perfect game in school history in a 4-0 win over Butler on May 14, 1999. In addition to her standout softball career, Kind Urben was also a member of the Green Bay volleyball squad during the 1998 season. The Pulaski native was not only a standout on the softball diamond, but excelled in the classroom as well. She graduated magna cum laude (3.913 grade-point average) from UWGreen Bay in 2000 with a bachelors degree in human biology with an emphasis in exercise science. She went on to earn a masters degree in physical therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She is now a physical therapist at Aurora Baycare Medical Center and lives in Green Bay with her husband Eric, who is also a UWGreen Bay graduate, and her son Gavin.

Brylski takes trip to Korea

Pulaski high school teacher Joan Brylski poses with one of the students she met on her trip to Korea.

By Leah Andreini In 2005, Joan Brylski, a teacher at Pulaski High School, traveled to Korea for a threeweek tour. Along with Brylski, 39 other teachers from the United States, Australia, and New Zealand also traveled on the tour. This experience gave me a sense of mixed emotions. I was nervous, but at the same time excited, said Brylski. According to Brylski, this trip put her in a completely different social situation than she has ever been used to, and she needed to learn to adapt to her surroundings. Brylski acknowledged that she has always had an interest in traveling and that this trip was a once in a life experience that she couldnt take for granted. You truly begin to appreciate other cultures by traveling,

China Wok to open

said Brylski. Each day she learned something new about the people of Korea. It is so interesting to realize what other cultures value and their customs, such as religion or family, said Brylski. The trip to Korea for Brylski was an educational experience overall, and has helped her appreciate other cultures and other people across the globe. Brylski explained that if she were to change one thing about the trip it would be that she wishes she would have stayed in better touch with some of the young students that she met on the trip. This trip to Korea allowed me to have a broader perspective on life, and I realized that students across the globe all have similarities, and that is a humbling thought, said Brylski.

Green Bay Athletics has announced the addition of new members to the Phoenix Hall of Fame. One of the 2010 class is former student-athlete and softball player Debbie Kind Urben. The induction ceremony for the

Debbie Kind Urben will be a new member of the Phoenix Hall of Fame.

Bin Chen, Peter Zhao, Zhu Chen, and Tim Zhao stand outside their new Chinese Restaurant, China Wok.

By Derek Samuelson China Wok is a new restaurant opening in the Mountain Bay Plaza in Pulaski. China Wok, a takeout eatery with a small dining area, is a family owned and operated Chinese restaurant. The owners are Tim Zhao and Zhu Chin. Zhao said, I wanted to bring families together in Pulaski. The business will specialize in authentic Chinese cuisine.

Zhao and Chin chose the restaurants location because they like the Pulaski area and the availability of parking at Mountain Bay Plaza. They have been planning the opening of their restaurant for four months and will employ at least four people. You can find China Wok at 1170 Mountain Bay Dr., Pulaski, WI 54162. The phone number is (920) 822-8199.

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Racing: a White family tradition

Knights of Columbus holds charity raffle

The Wisconsin State Council of the Knights of Columbus is currently selling raffle tickets for its 2010 Charity Raffle. The prize list consists of $135,000 being paid to fifty winners with a first prize of $50,000. The second prize is $25,000.00 or a Harley Davidson Street Glide. The third prize is $15,000 or a Lund Boat with a Mercury Motor and Trailer, and the fourth prize is $10,000. The fifth prize is $4,000. The 6th through 22nd prize is $1,000, and the 23rd through 50th prize is $500. This is the largest raffle in the State of Wisconsin for a $5.00 price. The drawing will take place at the State Convention on April 24, 2010. The proceeds from this raffle are used to alleviate sorrow, ease financial burdens and restore hope to families and victims of accidents and illness. This past year, the Knights made charitable donations from their local Councils to needy persons in their communities in the amount of $304,000. In addition, the State Council issued grants to 176 families throughout Wisconsin in the amount of $217,000. The State Council returns to each local council $2.00 for every ticket sold. Last year, the Knights of Columbus Council #4439 of Pulaski sold 863 raffle tickets, and donated over $1,726.00 to families in our area in need of assistance from fires, accidents, or health issues. Tickets at a cost of $5.00 and other information can be obtained from any Knights of Columbus member, or from numerous local businesses. Contact person for Council #4439 is Pat Hughes at 822-3040. The dead line for purchasing tickets is April 20, 2010. So please help the KCs help others by purchasing your raffle tickets and have a chance at winning $50,000, Harley Davidson motorcycle or a Lund Boat with a Mercury Motor and Trailer. Council Raffle Chairperson Pat Hughes

Robert White drives # 10 a Ford Coupe at Luxemburg. The cars nickname was Patches.

By Bo White The White Family began racing with the start of my grandpa Robert White. He raced in De Pere, Seymour, Shawano, Apple Creek, Luxemburg, and Brussels. His first race car was a 1937 Ford Coupe with the number 23; he also raced with numbers 14, 10, and 34. My grandfather was an excellent driver, at one time he was even known as one of the hardest drivers to beat. Besides being a good driver he was also skilled in building up race cars. Once they had mandatory tear down for the top four cars he had to do that night, the next week the motor blew up when he went to race In 1958 after being involved in a severe crash, he quit racing for several years. He started racing again in 1961 with the number 34 instead of 10 because a young kid took the number 10 and told him he can have the number back because the my grandpa was his favorite driver when he was a kid. Later in life my grandpa and grandma had five boys and five girls. All of the boys continued the racing legacy like their father. My uncles Bob, Dick, Tim, Tom, and my dad, Bill, always looked forward to racing during their childhood. Bob, the oldest; was the only one who had the opportunity to race with my grandpa.

After my grandpas death, my other uncles and my dad started to race. They all worked together on their race cars. My uncle Timmy won the track champion at Seymour Tri Oval. He almost won it twice, but the officials thought he was cheating so he had tear down the car and never worked the same. When my family gets together, all we talk about how grandpa did when he was racing. We talk about the years my uncles raced and the stories about how my dad raced in the past. Its nice just to sit there listening to them. I wish I could have been there to see all the races my grandpa was in. Sometimes we watch it on video because my Aunt Jean video tapes all the races that my uncles raced. Now my uncles have passed on the tradition of racing to my cousins, Paul, Tony, and Nick. My cousin, Paul, races IMCA Stock Car, but before that he raced Street Stocks for three years and won a Track Champion at Seymour Speedway two years ago. Now he is trying to be a champion for IMCA Stock Car. My cousin Tony and Nick race four cylinders, and Tony won four straight years as the Track Champion at Sturgeon Bay. In a couple years, I hope I will also start racing and keep the tradition in my family.

Mark Beck graduates as marine

Mark Beck is of the 1st Battalion, Charlie Company, Platoon 1051.

Mark Beck, a 2009 graduate of Pulaski High School, is the son of Tom and Julie Beck from Sobieski. Beck spent 13 weeks in boot camp at the Marine Corps Recruiting Depot in San Diego, California. He is of the 1st Battalion, Charlie Company, Platoon 1051. He graduated December 18, 2009, with 440 others in that Battalion, the last one for 2009. Following a 17-day leave over the holidays, Beck reported back to California for additional training January 5. He will finish Marine Combat Training at Camp Pendleton, California February 2. Then, Beck will report to Huntsville, Alabama for his military occupational school as an Ammunition Technician. Following completion of this training, Beck will receive his permanent duty assignment.

Deb Schneider of the Pulaski Food Pantry, accepts a generous food donation by Bruce Brzeczkowski of the Pulaski Tri-County Firefighters, Inc. The firefighters recently held an internal food drive among the members of the fire department.

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Weddings
Birr-Rust

Snowmobile E t h a n trails and Burant storage

A portion of snowmobile trails is located in Brown County. These trails have been more than likely closed for the season.

Sarah Birr and Michael Rust

Mr. and Mrs. Gary Birr of Pulaski announce the engagement of their daughter Sarah Birr to Michael Rust, son of Robert Rust of Yuba City, California and Marlene Rust of Green Bay. Sarah is a 2007 graduate of Pulaski High School and is currently attending St. Norbert College for a Bachelor of Busi-

ness Administration with a concentration in Finance. Michael is a 2004 graduate of Preble High School and is currently employed by AT&T. A wedding date has been set for September 25, 2010, at St. Casimir Parish in Krakow, Wisconsin.

By Nick Fairchild, Willy LaRock, and Josh Wall Due to the recent weather this area had been having, the Brown County Snowmobile Association has shut down snowmobile trails. The surrounding snowmobiling trails have also closed due to warm and rainy weather. This has made a lot of local snowmobilers upset because of a short riding season. Well now that the snow has come and already gone, it is time for me to start preparing my snowmobile for storage, said Brent Rosner. We all hope the snow returns so we may have one more ride for the winter, but if that doesnt happen, these tips will help owners put their sleds to bed successfully. First thing to do in storing a snowmobile is to fog the engine. In order to do this, snowmobilers need to buy fogging oil. Next, take the spark plugs out and spray into cylinders. Then, put the plugs back in and run the snowmobile until it runs out of gas. After all of this its been successfully fogged. The next step in storing a snowmobile is to put it away clean. This includes washing it and getting it clean. The third step would be to grease all mechanical parts according to the owners manual. Finally, the last step is to raise the rear end of the snowmobile so the track is completely off the ground.

St., Lena, WI 54139. Please contact us at ethanburantbenefit@hotmail.com. You may also call (920) 373-1065. If you are unable to donate, we would still very much appreciate it if you could hang the enclosed flyer in your business. You can help support Ethan just by spreading Dear friend, I hope this letter finds you word of his benefit. Yours truly, well. I am writing to you because Lisa Misco I am in need of your assistance. A very dear friend of mine found out that her son, Ethan, was diagnosed with a rare liver disease called biliary atresia at the age of 3 months. Biliary atresia is a blockage in the ducts that carry the liquid bile from the liver to the gallbladder. Ethan has undergone surgery in the hopes to correct the condition, but the surgery has ultimately failed and now he is awaiting a liver transplant. Gail has been a French teacher in the Howard-Suamico school district for the past 11 years. She has given endlessly of her time to the students of Bay View Middle School and Lineville Intermediate School. For several years she has advised the student council and has touched the lives of thousands of children in the district. Steve, a landscaper with Landsacpe Artisans, works throughout the Green Bay area and Fox Valley. The happiness and joy his work brings to others is also far-reaching. Their family moved to Pulaski to live their dream of having land and a hobby farm. I am hoping that you can find it in your heart to donate to our benefit for Ethan which will be held at the Townline Sports Bar and Grill, February 19. We are looking for donations of items for our silent auction but are also accepting sponsors of the event through monetary donations. All business donations and sponsors will be recognized at the event. You may make a donation by mail, or one of the benefit organizers would be happy to pick up your donation at a location which is convenient for you. Checks can be made to the Ethan Burant Benefit Fund. To mail a donation, please address all items to: Ethan Burant Benefit 329 W. Maple

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Community Announcements
Glenbrooks 4th and 5th grade students will be performing at the next Family Reading Night TONIGHT, Thursday, February 11th. Each Family Reading Night is held in the Lee Bock Library from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and everyone is invited to attend. Families have an opportunity to spend some quiet time reading together, enjoying a performance by a different grade level each month and making a craft. Mr. Kralapp, art teacher at Glenbrook, will also have an art show on display featuring projects from 4th and 5th grade students. Dairy Queen is sponsoring this months Family Reading Night. The monthly meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Pulaski Housing Authority will be held on Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at Brookdale Apartments 430 S. St. Augustine St. Pulaski. NORTHERN GARDENERS GARDEN CLUB MEETING Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at Gillett Library meeting room at 6:30 p.m. Speaker Brian Schroeder of Schroeder Floral. Whats New for 2010 in annuals, perennials and colors. Everyone is welcome to attend. JR. AUXILIARY UNIT 337 meets every first Monday of the month from 5:00 6:30 p.m. at American Legion Hall; 135 N. St. Augustine St. Girls ages birth to 18 years are welcome to join whose family members have served in the military forces. For membership information: call Dorothy at 822-5485 or Joan at 855-6486. WELCOME HOSTESS: The Welcome Hostess for Pulaski is Tiffany Rondou. If you know of any newcomers to the area, please contact Tiffany at 920-822-2119. AMERICAN LEGION MIXTACKI-JOHNSON POST 337 meets the second Monday of the month at the Veterans Hall, 135 N. St. Augustine St. Pulaski. A social begins at 6:30 p.m. and meeting begins at 7 p.m. with a delicious lunch after. All veterans and active service members are encouraged to visit us to find out what we are about. If eligible, we need you to join. Hall rentals 822-6996. Membership information -8222337/822-3017. Commander LeRoy Holl: 826-5334. PULASKI AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE web site is: pulaskichamber.org THE PULASKI COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY, INC. is in need of dry goods, canned fruit, cereal, past and pasta sauce. The pantry is open every first and third Tuesday of each month from 1 to 4 p.m. If you can help the pantry with these items, or any other food items, please call 822-6050. The pantry appreciates your willingness to help feed the hungry. CLOTHING DONATIONS ACCEPTED for local distribution through New Life Community Church. New or clean gently used clothes can be brought to the church office at 450 E. Cedar St., Pulaski (next to Subway) or call 822-7117. AMVETS POST 160 OF ANGELICA/PULASKI meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the American Legion building in Pulaski. We welcome all veterans from all E. R. A.s. Delicious lunch served after each meeting. For more information: 822-5933. POLISH LEGION OF AMERICAN VETERANS AUXILIARY KRAKOW POST 178 meets the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the American Legion building, 135 N. St. Augustine St. Pulaski. New members are always welcome. Call 865-7617 for information. PULASKI LIONS CLUB meets every first and third Monday of the month at the Legion Hall located at 135 N. St. Augustine St., Pulaski. There is a 6 p.m. social and a 7 p.m. meal followed by the meeting. New members are always welcome. Call 619-7762 for more information. JR. AUXILIARY UNIT 337 meets every first Monday of the month from 5:00 6:30 p.m. at American Legion Hall; 135 N. St. Augustine St. Girls ages birth to 18 years are welcome to join whose family members have served in the military forces. For membership information: call Dorothy at 822-5485 or Joan at 855-6486.

Seniors

FREE TAX PREPARATION BY AARP VOLUNTEERS for Senior Citizens and low income households at Pulaski Senior Center on THURDAYS, February 18, 25 and March 4, 11, 18, 25 and April 1, 8 and 15 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (last appointment starting at 3:00 p.m.) Call 822-8100 for an appointment. MOVIE MONDAY on February 22 at Pulaski Senior Center. February 22 movie is Singing In The Rain with Gene Kelly, Donald OConnor and Debbie Reynolds. Movie starts at 12:30 p.m. Popcorn and beverage provided. GOLDEN AGE MEETING on Wednesday, February 17 at 1:30 p.m. at Pulaski Senior Center. PRICE IS RIGHT on Wednesday, February 17 at 9:30 a.m. at Pulaski Senior Center. CARDS every Monday at 12:30 p.m. at the Pulaski Senior Center. If you are interested in playing CRIBBAGE, call the Pulaski Senior Center at 8228100. BINGO at Pulaski Senior Center Tuesdays at 12:15 p.m. RED CROSS VAN will take senior citizens to Super Rons, bank, etc. on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m., to hair appointments on Friday mornings, and to church on Saturdays at 3:30

p.m. If interested, call Kitty at 822-8100. QUILTING WORKSHOP at Pulaski Senior Center on Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. No quilting the third Wednesday of the month. (February 17) BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING at Pulaski Senior Center on Mondays from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Sponsored by N.E.W. Rescue Service. BENEFIT SPECIALIST, Mary Kay Norman from the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Brown County, Green Bay office, will be at the Pulaski Senior Center the second Tuesday of the month from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. She will be here on March 9. Do you have questions about benefits for seniors that she may help you with? Call Kitty at 822-8100 or Mary Kay at 448-4308. FOOT CARE CLINIC at Pulaski Senior Center on Tuesdays February 23 and March 9 starting at 9:00 a.m. Call 8228100 to set up an appointment. Cost: $17.00 TOWN N COUNTRY QUILT GUILD on Monday, February 15 at 7:00 p.m. at Pulaski Senior Center. Sew- in workshop on Saturday, February 27 at 9:00 a.m. SEWING SIMPLE QUILT TOPS at Pulaski Senior Center Fridays at 9:00 a.m. Wii BOWLING at Pulaski Senior Center on Thursdays from 12:15 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. All ages welcome. Interested in joining a Wii bowling league? Call 8228100 for more information. SMEAR CARD GAME at Pulaski Senior Center on Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Call 822-8100 for more information. All ages welcome. KNITTING / CROCHETING at Pulaski Senior Center on Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Call 822-8100 for more information. All ages welcome. SIT & BE FIT CHAIR EXERCISES on Mondays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. at Pulaski Senior Center. Call 8228100 for more information. All ages welcome. Sponsored by Prevea Health. SENIOR STRIDERS Monday through Friday at 7:30 a.m. Held at Glenbrook gym. Sign up through P.A.C.E. at 8226050. BOOK GROUP at Pulaski Senior Center on Wednesday, March 10, 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Light supper will be served for $2.00. Februarys book will be My Sisters Keeper by Jodi Piccoult. Books available at the Senior Center. Call 822-8100 for more information. All ages welcome. THURSDAY EVENING CARD GAMES. Anyone interested in forming a Thursday night card group? For more information call the Pulaski Senior Center at 822-8100.

PULASKI SENIOR CENTER MEALS FOR February 12-25. Meals served at 11:30 a.m. Suggested donation of $3.50 per day. Meals are available for delivery to the homebound. Reservations required by 11:00 a.m. of the previous day. Friday, February 12 Mostaccoli Monday, February 15 Salisbury Steak Tuesday, February 16 Turkey Tettrazinni Wednesday, February 17 Salmon Loaf Thursday, February 18 Beef Stew Friday, February 19 Seafood Alfredo Monday, February 22 Taco Bake Tuesday, February 23--- Veal Pattie / Pasta Sauce Wednesday, February 24 Turkey Broccoli Bake Thursday, February 25 Baked Chicken

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Cedar sign in front of Fairview
By Karissa Reinke and Jasamine Richardson After many years of trying to get a sign put up in front of Fairview Elementary School, they have finally succeeded! Thanks to the generosity of the Krakow Advancement Association and an anonymous donation, Fairview has a beautiful cedar sign highlighting their school. This sign would not have been possible without the help of the Krakow Advancement Association. Since the sign has been erected, we have had numerous parents, staff, and students share how wonderful the sign looks and how it highlights our school. We have always felt proud of our school and the sign is just another wonderful way we can share our pride, said Colleen Miner, Principal.

A teacher affects eternity, he can never tell where his influence stops. ~Henry Brooks Adams

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Steve Effert, Lee Ericson, Grant Wery, Colleen Miner, and Dave Marcks stand by the new sign at Fairview Elementary. The sign was installed over the holiday break by Scott Barrett, a local resident of Pulaski, and the lights that go underneath will be installed as soon as the ground thaws. Landscaping will be added in the spring to complete the project. Nsight Telservices company is generously allowing the lights to be connected to their electricity. Fairviews staff, parents, and students are all thankful for the communitys support for their school, and couldnt thank everyone involved enough for all the efforts in helping them finally get a sign that represents their school.

Thank you to the Catholic Knights Insurance for their recent donation to Assumption B.V.M. Catholic School and Church. Education Director, Deanne Wilinski, was given $1000 of matching funds for the fall Alumni booyah sale and $200 donation for the parish Religious Education program. Presenting the checks are Mike and Bonnie Drzewiecki.

Brylski hosts geography bee at PHS

By Julian B. Lacera Joan Brylski, a social studies teacher at the Pulaski High School, once again hosted the annual geography bee during her first semester geography class. All students in first hour geography participated in this event. The purpose of the geography bee was to test students knowledge as well as to prepare them for semester exams. Winners included Matt Brehmer, third place; Emilie Schauer, second place; and Warren Nordgren, first place. All winners received a Pulaski Pride certificate.

ABVM Catholic School recently received a gift of 40 computers for its preschool through fifth grade classrooms. The gift came from the greater YMCA. We are many times blessed by the gracious donations from the local and outlying communities. Thank you YMCA!

Megan Schwoerer stands with Glenbrook principal, Mary Connolly. The fourth grade Glenbrook optimist winner for the month of February is Megan Schwoerer. Megan is an excellent student who is very encouraging and helpful to her fellow students. Always on time and rarely absent, Megan is motivated to complete her assignments and projects at a high quality the first time around. Megan is the daughter of Bill and Pam Schwoerer. Congratulations Megan! Fairview Principal Colleen Miner stands with the winners of the Geography Bee. The first place winner in Fairviews Geography Bee was fifth grader Dawn Mroczkowski. She was able to stay in the competition and answer all the questions correctly. Fifth grader Peyton Wolfe took second place, fifth grader Michael Matz took third place, and fourth grader Daniel Wilcox took fourth place. Congratulations to all for a job well done!

Jesse Reinhard enlisted in the U.S. Navy, November 17, 2009, as a Navy SEAL. He is a senior at Pulaski High School. His parents are Daniel and Tamara Reinhard.

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Hillcrest reads around the world

Druecke and Jones are optimists

Arianna Druecke is a fifth grade student who has an amazing personality. She is always happy, positive, and looking for the good in things. If something doesnt quite go the way it should, Arianna is the first to turn the situation around by being optimistic, and thinking about what lesson can be learned, as well as how things can be different in the future. She always enters the classroom with a smile on her face, and continues to show a happy and positive attitude throughout each day. She is an active and willing participant in everything we do, and a friend to all. Her enthusiasm for learning is commend-

In both November and December Ann Murphys second grade class has won the trophy.

Hillcrest Elementary kicked off its reading program, Read around the World, sponsored by the PTO in November. The program will conclude on March 19 to coincide with the Multicultural Feast that evening. Each month a country is chosen to focus on, and reading suggestions are included in the weekly folder home to parents. The reading program is partnering with the multicultural committee to encourage students to discover new things and new countries by reading and exploring the world around them. Each child is encouraged to

read outside of school and complete a Passport to be turned in weekly, which is tracked for various incentives. In addition to monthly individual incentives including: UWGB Mens Basketball, Great America, Noahs Ark and Timber Rattlers tickets, each classroom is competing with one another. The classroom with the most minutes read receives the traveling trophy for the month with an ice-cream treat, computer time, or a longer recess. For the months of November and December a total of 86,025 minutes have been read from 4K through 5th grade.

able. Arianna is hardworking, always putting forth her best effort and striving for quality work. She is a positive role model and an all-around wonderful person! We are so glad to have Kaela Jones as part of the fifth grade! She is a shining example of an optimist. Kaela certainly has a positive attitude that can easily be identified by her friendly smile and good sense of humor. She consistently represents a source of respect and kindheartedness to her peers and teachers. Kaela displays a great deal of perseverance and strength of mind on a daily basis. Whether it is in gymnastics or in the classroom, she is a positive role model for all of us! Thank y o u , Kaela!

FFA members complete State Degrees

By Ashley Nischke and Kelli Badtke A State FFA Degree (formerly State Farmer Degree) is awarded by each state based on hours worked and/or money earned in an SAE (Supervised Agriculture Experience). This is the highest degree that a member may attain at the state level. To fill out the state degree, you need to complete at least five FFA activities above the chapter level. The Pulaski FFA has 9 members completing the state degree. The members are Paula Peterman, Ashley Nischke, Victoria Ingalls, Nik Schwartz, Kayla Naparalla, Krista Kamke, Kendra Ambrose, Jenna Verhaagh, and Jordan Aderholt. Members may also choose to run for State Star Farmer, Star in Agriculture placement, Agribusiness, and Agriscience. A star placement means going above and beyond your SAE by explaining more about your SAE and doing community service. Being selected as a State Star would identify you as being one of the top four Agriscience students in the state. You must also have three letters of recommendation and an SAE contract to complete a star application. Achieving your FFA state degree is a huge honor, and only three percent of FFA members in Wisconsin achieve this award. Its a lot of work to fill out the State Degree application, but it is all worth it in the end, said Kayla Naparalla. Its hard to do because it is a lot of paper work, but I know it is worth it when I walk across the stage at State FFA Convention to receive my award, said Nik Schwartz.

January optimist award winners Arianna Druecke and Kaela Jones stand with Lannoye Principal Pam Engel.

At Lannoye Elementary, Jackie Coenens fifth grade class had a total of 10,858 reading minutes, which is 472 minutes per student in the November Reading Calendar.

Nik Schwartz fills out his FFA State Degree and is proud to do it.

Joel Schauskes class at Lannoye had a total of 2,808 minutes, which is 188 minutes per student in the November Reading Calendar.

Alyssa Dahlke is pictured here with Mary Connolly and Candice Bogacz. Glenbrook had a contest where students could design a cover for our Memory Book, and fourth grader Dahlke had the winning design. Her design will be the front cover.

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PHS colors change over time

By Graham Severson and Brian Cropper Red, white, black, the colors that fill the bleachers at every sporting event have been the colors that every student wears to represent their school of Pulaski. Yet, for such pride that every student shows for their school, few ever question what the colors represent, once were, and will be. The colors of the Pulaski School District have had a long history of color variety. Differing opinions of what the color once was, and now are, have occurred. To fully understand the true Pulaski color, one must learn the history of the color, where it came from and how it began. Pulaski High School wasnt always known as the Raiders. In fact, before 1954, the yearbook was known as the Pulaski Rockets. The school color in 1954 was a shade of purple, a color quite different than the colors some associate with Pulaski High today. Glenbrook currently has this purple Pulaski uniform on display. Years later, in 1967, in the making of the original official school song and mascot, the colors of scarlet and white were sung. The current verse, With cardinal and white unfurled, we will back you against the world, was originally sung with scarlet in replace of cardinal. That same year, Pulaski adopted the name, Red Raiders. This name gave unity to the colors of the Pulaski sports programs, with each uniform faulting a scarlet color. Along with this name, the school created the Raider Emblem. One might associate the large fighting raider painted on the side of the Pulaski gym, which first appeared in 1987, as the Pulaski Logo. However that is not the official logo. In 1987 confusion began again. The company providing Pulaskis basketball athletic uniforms mixed up the color orders, which caused the basketball team to receive dark cardinal uniforms. This made the color ordeal more complicated,

Principal Pam Engel, runner-up Celine Jaime, school champion Natalie Nickerson, and fifth grade teacher Bridget Wade pose for a picture. Lannoyes Spelling Bee was held January 12 at 2:30 p.m. in the library. Congratulations to all students that participated in the Spelling Bee!

We can see how Pulaski High School colors have changed over the years. This jacket hangs in the Pulaski Museum at Glenbrook Elementary School.

Celine Jaime is the Lannoye Optimist Winner. Jaime has been a wonderful addition to the Lannoye family and our fourth grade class. She has demonstrated kindness, compassion, and dedication in the classroom. Celine works hard and is a model student for all children to follow. A bright smile greets everyone around her and she is a real sweetheart!

confusing the public on the true shade of red Pulaski stood for. The mix-up created a chain reaction, causing our winter sports to have a separate color then that of Pulaskis fall and spring sports. The winter sports uniforms changed from a scarlet shade to a dark cardinal shade of red, which we have today. Fall and spring sports have remained scarlet until two years ago, when they were changed to cardinal. Soccer and band uniforms remain scarlet today. The true red shade of Pulaski High school was yet to be answered. The shades of red previously were changed so much that it prevented any true certainty of what colors Pulaski stood for. Years later, in 1999, when Pulaski High School switched from the current middle school to the now high school, the trim of the doors and windows were decorated with maroon borders. Some misunderstood the maroon borders as our school color. For these reasons, the true shade of red that represents Pulaski High School was never interpreted. Today, the Pulaski schools strive to create their own color identity, forming a combination of colors that all associate with the Pulaski High School.

Today, Pulaski is trying to create a true color combination for the school. Before this, individual sports never had a set shade of red to order for their team colors. Colors varied from scarlet, maroon, purple, and cardinal, never having a set color. Currently, Pulaski is creating the official colors shades of cardinal and white, with black and silver accents. Although these colors are being standardized, a complete, swap of these colors on teams jerseys will not happen, within the year. Each sports jerseys and team sportswear will have to complete their five year cycle until new uniforms are needed. When that happens, each sport, whether it is football, volleyball, baseball, or soccer, will be ordering the same shades to create unity within the school sports. Pulaski schools are a great example of how the appearance of something can change over time. With this new color unity of scarlet and white, with black, confusion surrounding the Pulaski colors are resolved. A prolonged history has revolutionized the Pulaski colors to what they are today. If there is one thing a person can take out of this, it is that colors arent forever.

Sunnysides spelling bee winners are Logan George, first place; Brianna Wasurick, second place; and Emily Johnson, third place. George will be competing against other schools finalists, February 9, at the Green Bay/Kewaunee Regional Bee. The winner of this bee will then advance to our states bee in Madison.

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Senior Drama Profiles

Elle Anderson
daughter. As Urleen in the upcoming play, Berg is one of Ariels friends, who has a lot of energy, spunkiness, and personality. Berg also hopes to help with this show by painting sets. Berg says that the most challenging aspect of the show is the dancing, but making the audience happy is the most rewarding experience. Im so excited, I cant even tell you! Its going to be rockin! said Berg. In addition to drama, Berg participates in Chamber Choir, voice and guitar lessons, and work. After high school, Berg plans on attending Carroll University for her Bachelor of Music Education and hopes to minor in Spanish. In the meantime her hard work and energy for the musical is very much appreciated. Ellen is a bundle of energy. She has worked diligently to become Urleen, said director Kathleen Bader.

Kraig Kolkowski

Kraig Kolkowski

Elle Anderson

By Hannah Roth Elle Anderson, senior at Pulaski High School and daughter of Tim and Chris Anderson, is participating in her third Pulaski High School musical, Footloose. Prior to this, she has been in the chorus for Fiddler on the Roof and was a dancer in last years production of Hello Dolly. In Footloose, Anderson plays the role of Eleanor Dunbar, the wife of Roger Dunbar. I am basically playing a character that is the complete opposite of me, said Anderson. Although challenging, she enjoys playing the part of someone completely different than who she is, which is why she enjoys participating in drama. It allows me to be someone Im not normally, Anderson said. Elle takes comments gracefully and works very hard to incorporate them. Were so glad shes on board, said director Kathleen Bader. Besides participating in the musical, Anderson is on the varsity volleyball team and the varsity softball team, as well as a member of Pulaskis Leo Club and the concert choir. After high school, Anderson plans to attend a four-year college but is still undecided on her major.

Colin Duke

Colin Duke

Ellen Berg

By Taylor Maccoux Senior Colin Duke has participated in drama for the last four years, his entire high school career. Duke is the son of Daniel and Denise Duke. In the musical Once Upon a Mattress, Duke was a chorus member. His sophomore year in Fiddler on the Roof, Duke played a beggar and a Russian bottle dancer. Duke advanced to the character Ambrose Kemper in Hello Dolly. This year, Duke will play the role of Jeter, Williams friend, in Footloose. It should be an exciting show! said Duke. Duke has been an active and well-rounded member of his school, participating in golf, the Wind Ensemble, and the Red Raider Marching Band. Recently, Duke was chosen as one of the members of the All-American Band and traveled to San Antonio, Texas. Duke is also a member of the National Honor Society. After graduation, Duke plans to attend the University of Minnesota. Colin is a great addition to the cast, said choir teacher Kathleen Bader. His sense of humor is appreciated.

By Talisa Schroeder After being a stage crew member for Hello Dolly and a lead role in The Villain Took a Chip Shot melodrama, Kraig Kolkowski decided that his talents would be better used on the stage singing. Kolkowski, son of Joe and Kristin Kolkowski, has as a small speaking role and will be part of the choir and dance in the upcoming production of Footloose. This is Kolkowskis first time singing with sheet music and his first time with choreographed dance. Being able to learn a new skill and being able to get to know tons of new people is an amazing experience. I think that all is going very well and the show is bound to be a hit for all who come to see it, said Kolkowski. Director Kathleen Bader said, Kraig has been an unexpected leader and a terrific influence on the cast. Kolkowski will be helping with the pre-production stage crew activities and said, The cast is having a great time learning the amazing songs and some really cool dances. Kolkowski is a high school senior and is vice president of Skills USA. Kolkowski will be attending the Milwaukee School of Engineering for a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering.

in the musical Working as a newspaper boy. Last year, in the production Hello Dolly, Leigh was a dancer. In this years Footloose, Leigh will play the character Lyle, a somewhat unintelligent, silly character, who lacks good qualities. Its fun to play a silly character, said Leigh. This year should be a blast. Leigh is very involved in music, including the jazz band, marching band, and jazz club. He also was a member of the trap club and Boy Scouts, and he wrestled for two years in high school. Ive never acted before, said Leigh. Its a very fun experience. After graduation, Leigh plans to attend a four-year college, where he will most likely go into the science field. Jacobs hard work ethic comes shining through in rehearsal. He has worked very hard to bring his character to life, said director Kathleen Bader.

Megan McCray

Megan McCray

Tyler Lepak

Jacob Leigh

By Taylor Maccoux Tyler Lepak is a senior at Pulaski High School and has participated in drama for the last four years. He is the son of Gary and Mary Lepak. This is not the first time that Lepak has participated in drama. In the musical Once Upon a Mattress, Lepak was a chorus member. His sophomore year in Fiddler on the Roof, he played Meadel. Last year in the production Hello Dolly, Lepak was a court clerk. In this years Footloose, he will be playing the character Bickle, one of Rens friends. The musical is going to be great, said Lepak. Its fun, and you get a chance to meet a lot of great people. After graduation, Lepak plans to move straight into the work field. Tyler is a very hardworking student who still knows how to have fun! said choir teacher and director Kathleen Bader.

Tyler Lepak

By Laura Dahms This years musical, Footloose, will be benefited by the talents of senior Megan McCray, daughter of Michael and Diane McCray. This is McCrays fourth year participating in a Pulaski High School musical. In ninth grade, she was a chorus member in Once Upon a Mattress. As a sophomore, she was a dancer in Fiddler on the Roof. As a junior, she took on a stage crew position for Hello Dolly. This year, she is the Dance Captain, member of the chorus, and a teenager in Footloose. As the Dance Captain, McCray helps the choreographer and organizes practices. She also aids fellow dancers who need individual assistance. Additionally, she helps paint sets and helps friends run lines. The biggest difficulty that McCray faces is remembering all of the dances and being able to teach them to people afterwards. McCrays favorite thing about the upcoming show is the energetic dancing. According to McCray, the best part of dramatics is breaking out of ones normal comfort zone and acting the part of someone else. In addition to musical, McCray is involved in the Student Outreach Team, and she is the President of the Student Council. In the future, McCray will be attending University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee for a Social Science Major and a minor in Art. The director of Footloose Kathleen Bader said, Megan is an awesome dance captain! She has been a wonderful influence on improving our dancers.

Jacob Leigh By Taylor Maccoux Jacob Leigh is a senior at Pulaski High School and has participated in drama for the last two years. He is the son of Robert and Deanna Leigh. In middle school, Leigh was

Ellen Berg

By Candice Matuszak Ellen Berg, daughter of Jeff and Susan Berg, is contributing to this years production of Footloose as the character Urleen. Berg brings experience in two musicals, a chorus member in Fiddler on the Roof, and a dancer in Hello Dolly. Berg was also in a One Act Play, The Villian Took a Chip Shot, as the

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Ali Molnar

majoring in vocal performance and creative writing and perhaps a minor in Spanish.

By Hannah Roth Ali Molnar, daughter of Jeff and Kathy Molnar of Oneida, will be participating in the musical Footloose. Molnar is a senior, and this will be her seventh year participating in drama. In the past she has been involved in Hello Dolly, Fiddler on the Roof, Once Upon a Mattress, Big, Jekyll and Hyde, Working, The Villain Took a Chip Shot, Comic Book Artist, and Shakespeare Goes to Gravel Gulch. In Footloose, Molnar is playing the part of Ethel McCormack, the mother of the main character, Ren McCormack. In the play, Ethel is intelligent, resilient, and recently separated from her husband. Their mutual loss has brought Ren and Ethel closer together and they share a teasing, good-natured relationship throughout the play. The two of them are having a difficult time far away from their Chicago home, living with her sisters family in Texas and abiding by her brother-in-laws rules. Molnar is especially excited because Ethel is a very emotional character and will be a challenging, yet fun, part to play. I like the fact that I can show some emotion in my part when I get mad at my characters brother-in-law. I admire her resilience and strong will, said Molnar. Her character plays an important part in the storyline, since she is also responsible for helping Ren change the Reverends mind about having a school dance. Molnar is excited for the show and all of the dancing and music. Shes also looking forward to another opportunity to perform on stage. It will be a very fun and entertaining show with all the cool choreography and upbeat music, said Molnar. Overall, I love being on stage, said Molnar. Its the best feeling in the world and I love any opportunity that allows me to do so. To Molnar, music is a huge part of her life, and shed like to continue to participate in Dramatics in college. Molnar is extremely thankful for the opportunities she has had to participate in drama at Pulaski High School and said, In general, its a great opportunity to get involved, meet new people, and just have fun! She loves the people shes met through dramatics above all else and said, The people Ive met in the musicals are the best people I could ever hope to meet and Im so thankful Ive gotten to know them. Besides participating in drama, Molnar is also involved in the National Honor Society, Forensics, Drama Club, Chamber Choir, Madrigal, Red Raider Showcase, Swimming, Perspectives, Student Council, Student Outreach Team, and Solo and Ensemble. After high school, Molnar plans on double

Ali Molnar

Andrew Peterson

By Tadd Lewis Andrew Peterson, son of Greg and Diane Peterson, is a senior at Pulaski high school. This will be his second year participating in the schools drama program. Peterson first participated his junior year, found it to be a rewarding experience, and decided he would do it again the next year. Peterson assisted behind the scenes of Hello Dolly his junior year by working the fly system on the stage crew. His senior year he decided to take on a different part of the musical Footloose, and take a role in it. Peterson will be playing the part of Coach Dunbar, who is a conservative boss of those younger than him. Although Peterson is confident in his ability to play this role, he thinks the dancing will be the hardest part because he says he lacks experience. This choice to put himself out in the open is for the hope of satisfaction of entertaining the crowd. Peterson is also involved in Spanish Club and Maple Grove Country Side 4-H. After high school Peterson plans on being a part of the United States Marine Corps for at least five years while also juggling working towards a degree, but after that he is undecided specifically what he would like to do. Andrew is very effective in his role, said director Kathleen Bader. His transformation at the end of the play has much more of an impact because of the way he is portrayed from the start. Please support Pulaski High School and go to this years play, Footloose, and watch for Peterson as Coach Dunbar.

Steven Schlender

mance in Hello Dolly, Phillips will be playing the drum set in the musical pit during Footloose. Phillips is an active member in the Pulaski High School jazz band as well as drummer in the local band, Farewell Avenue, which has performed many times at the Carrot Tree. Phillips describes himself as a very charming and talented character that strives to perfect his drumming abilities. Future plans for the musician include attending college in Wisconsin, studying political science, and staying out of prison. Director Kathleen Bader said, A good drummer is always a necessity. Phillips will have a more prominent role this year in the musical because of the style of music.

By Taylor Maccoux Steven Matthew Schlender has been involved in drama for three years. He is the son of Glenn and Margaret Schlender.

Steven Schlender

Sandra Wied

His sophomore year, Schlender played the role of Constable in the production Fiddler on the Roof. Last year in Hello Dolly, his character was Horace Vandergelder. For Footloose, Schlender will play Willard Hewitt, the best friend of the main character Ren. Ren teaches Hewitt how to dance. I think this will be a fantastic, upbeat, vibrant show that will knock the crowd off their feet, said Schlender. Schlender has been active in both Varsity football and Varsity baseball in high school. He is also a Raider Crew Leader, a member of the Leo Club, and an Editor-in-Chief of the Pulaski News. The most challenging part about this years production is dancing for Schlender, as well as being able to express his character through acting. Schlender believes that working cohesively with my peers to create a work of art on stage is the most rewarding experience. After graduation, he hopes to attend the United States Naval Academy to become a naval officer. Steven returns to the PHS stage in a role bound to endear him to you, said director and choir teacher Kathleen Bader. He has worked hard and it shows!

Sandra Wied

By Hannah Roth Sandra Wied, daughter of Bob and Trudy Wied of Pulaski, will be participating in her fifth musical, Footloose. Wied, senior

at Pulaski High School, has also participated in Working, Big, Once Upon a Mattress, and Fiddler on the Roof prior to this year. In Footloose, Wied will be playing the character of WendyJo, one of Ayriels quiet, yet odd, friends. The most challenging part, said Wied, is going to be remembering the dance moves to all the songs. This show is going to be challenging, but Wied says all the hard work will pay off because the show is going to be awesome! My favorite part of drama is seeing the audiences reaction, said Wied. Sandra is so much fun to have on board. Her portrayal of Wendy-Jo is a hoot! said director Kathleen Bader. Wied is also involved in Pulaski High Schools chamber choir and many other aspects of music. She is undecided about what she is doing after high school but knows for sure that she is going to stay involved with music.

Alex Phillips

By Emilie Schauer and Julian B. Lacera Returning senior in the drama scene, Alex Phillips, son of Mark and Judith Phillps, takes part in this years musical production of Footloose. Acting as stage crew, Phillips has assisted in the one act play, Wind of 1,000 Tales. However, similar to his perfor-

Alex Phillips

Sports
Boys swimming competes at invites
By Kyle Forsberg The Pulaski boys swimming and diving team attended the Ashwaubenon Invitational at Lawrence University, January 8. The Raiders earned 22 personal records, a season high this thus far. The team finished ninth out of 11 teams with a team total of 63 points. Individual point recipients are six points by sophomore Nelson DeCleene, 10 points by senior Kyle Forsberg, 15 by junior Jake Herning, 11 by senior Nate Helmle, and 10 by freshman Anthony Wendrick. The 200M Freestyle relay team of Kyle Forsberg, Brian Boehmer, Gavin Denzer, and Nelson DeCleene received six points. January 21, the Pulaski boys swim team was in Sheboygan North for Sheboygans invite. Eleven personal records were set and the team scored a total of 27 points for a ninth place finish. Kyle Forsberg scored two points in the 200M Freestyle in fifteenth place and four points in the 100M Freestyle in thirteenth place. The 200M Medley relay of Nelson DeCleene, Brian Boehmer, Kyle Forsbrg, and Gavin Denzer took thirteenth place for eight points. The 200M Freestyle relay of Kyle Forsberg, Nelson DeCleene, Gavin Denzer, and Jake Herning took fifteenth place for six points.

Champions keep playing until they get it right. ~Billie Jean King

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first three matches, but came back and got momentum as they went on to win 37-31. The Red Raiders then moved onto Pewaukee. The team did excellent as they handled the tough opponent only giving up 4 losses and winning 39-19. The Raiders then moved on to the next match vs. West Allis Central needing a win for first place. The team started the dual off right winning 8 of the first 9 matches. They then lost 5 in a row, 3 including forfeits. The Red Raiders won 35-27 and secured the Gold. Undefeated wrestlers include Jake Syndergaard, Justin Enderby, Jon Enderby, and Nevada Skenandore.

Pulaskis Brooke Lauritzen takes the tip from Ashwaubenons 63 center, Ashley Berth.

By Brooke Lauritzen The lady Raiders played strong and relied on their defense to beat the Jaguars of Ashwaubenon (5-4, 8-6). Brittni Wirtz and Brooke Lauritzen rallied with 12 points a piece at the Fred Kestly Fieldhouse on January 22. Pulaski moved to 9-0 in conference play with a 54-37 win. Morgan Heim and Ashley Berth each scored 11 points to lead the Jaguars.

Pulaski girls defeat Ashwaubenon

By Nevada Skenandore The Pulaski Wrestling team traveled to Whitnall on Saturday, January 23, to compete in the Zelinkski Memorial Duals. They started off the day taking on Rockford Boylan. Konnor VanderBloemen started the match off right with a win and they kept it rolling from there as they went on to win the dual 60-12. The team then took on Kewaskum and won impressively beating them 42-29. After those two matches the team moved on to the championship bracket along with Green Bay Preble/East, Pewaukee, and West Allis Central. First they wrestled Green Bay Preble/East. The match started off on the wrong foot as Pulaski lost their

PHS has new track and field coach

the Red Raiders. Coach Deering comes to Pulaski with four years of coaching experience and success. Deering knew he wanted to be a head coach from the start. Deerings passion began in middle school when he broke the schools high jump record. He then went on to place at State in high school. Coach Deering ran at UW-Oshkosh for five years. He was a NCAA Div. III National Champion in the Decathlon for the University of WisconsinOshkosh, a competition where athletes participate in 10 track and field events within a two-day period. Coach Deering said, I am excited to help Pulaski kids achieve success on the track and in school. I look forward to teaching kids life skills through track and field. Any students not in a spring sport are highly encouraged to join.

Bay Port Pulaski hockey shuts out Fond du Lac

In the Fond du Lac Spring vs. Bay Port Pulaski game, Dom Putala scored two of the three goals. Drew Neuville put in the last goal for a score of three to zero, helping the team move up in the conference to third place. Also Kurtis Rollin, the starting varsity goalie, had a great game with a shut out for the team.

Kevin Deering is the new head track and field coach at Pulaski High School.

By Race Noeldner, Chantel White, and Devin Hynes Pulaski School District is pleased to announce that Kevin Deering has been hired as the head track and field coach for

The JV player of the week is Adam Guernsey. All week in practice he preached toughness. Guernseys maintaining control of the puck while being bumped, hit, and shoved was a point of emphasis. Adam excelled very well in this category, leading to a goal in both the Sheboygan and Germantown games. His fearlessness and confidence helped his line control play all week long. Congratulations Adam, and keep up the great work!

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Boys basketball faces Tritons

Lady Raiders stomp Wildcats

Boys swimming comes up short

Kristin Halla gets ready to shoot her free throw during the Raiders game against West.

Pulaski High School Red Raiders Boys Basketball Team includes: standing in back row Brett Janssen, Jake Kolinski, Casey Alger-Feser, and Sam Schwartz; standing in middle row Tanner Vanniewenhoven, Antonio Rosa-Torres (team manager), assistant coach Jonathan Rohde, head coach Dave Shaw, assistant coach Eric VandenHeuvel, and Dan Mellenthin; sitting in front row Cody Wichman, Colin Abendroth, Travis Przybylski, Austin Tisch, and Adam Abegglen.

By Brooke Lauritzen The Pulaski girls basketball team shut down the Green Bay West Wildcats on January 29 in the Fred Kestly Feildhouse with a 60-13 win. The Raiders started off with an 18-0 run and never let up. Brittni Wirtz scored 15 points and Kristin Halla added 12. Brooke Lauritzen put up 10 while Devany Boydston and Nicole Lasecki each had 7.

January 26, the boys Pulaski basketball team faced the Notre Dame Tritons. The Raiders went into the game with a conference record of eight wins and one loss. Their only loss came from the Tritons earlier in the season, making this an important game. The final score was 39-33 in overtime. The raiders came out strong in the first few minutes, outscoring Notre Dame 10 to 1. The Tritons fought back, however, going into half time down by eight with a score of 19 to 11. The Raiders had a slow start in the third, scoring only two points to end the half. With Pulaski still leading

Notre Dame fought back late in the fourth to tie the game up with about 20 seconds left. Pulaski fell short turning the ball over before getting up the game winning shot and forcing it into overtime. Winning the tip, Pulaski put the pedal to the floor and never let up, playing tough defense, rebounding, and hitting some key free throws in overtime. With time winding down, Travis Przybylski hit a big three to put the game out of reach, boosting the Raiders to nine and one in conference play. Pulaski is currently ranked third in the conference behind the De Pere Red Birds and Bay Port Pirates.

Raiders down Tritons in OT game

By Brooke Lauritzen In Red Raider basketball action the night of January 25, the varsity girls team took the win over Notre Dame Academy (10-3, 6-2). It was a neck and neck battle throughout the whole game, and with under a minute to go, Pulaski trailed by three. With a penetrate kick from Tasha Giese to Brittni Wirtz, Wirtz knocked down the tying 3-pointer with under 20 seconds left in regulation. The lady Raiders pulled away from the Tritons in overtime, winning by a score of 55-47. Overall, Pulaski made 17 of 20 from the line. Nicole Lasecki scored 16 points, while Wirtz added 10 for the Red Raiders (12-2, 9-0). Brianna Byrne put up 12 points to lead all scorers for Notre Dame.

Tasha Giese posts strongly against Notre Dames Stephanie Griep.

January 28, the Pulaski boys swim team rounded off its regular season with a close loss to Two Rivers Raiders 105 to 74 at the Pulaski Community pool. Though the meet was chalked up as a loss for Pulaski, the entire team felt like winners. In addition to scoring a season high number of points and coming the closest to winning, they have yet to be in a duel meet. Seven season best times were achieved and the boys had five first place finishes: Kyle Forsberg in the 50M Freestyle with a time of 25.01 seconds; Nelson DeCleene in the 500M Freestyle with a time of 5.38.38 minutes and the 200 Individual Medley with a time of 2.08.20 minutes; Jake Herning in the diving event with 152.65 points; and finally the exhilarating 400M Freestyle relay from swimmers DeCleene, Gavin Denzer, Matt Matuszak, and Forsberg with a time of 4.09.77. It was an amazing end to the season. Ive loved every minute of swimming with my friends and competing against other teams, said senior captain Kyle Forsberg. In addition to the swimming action Thursday night, for the Pulaski boys it was also parents night and senior night. The boys escorted their parents out and presented their mothers with beautiful flowers before lining up alongside the pool to be recognized by Coach Erick Olson. Seniors recognized were Kyle Forsberg, swimmer of the 50M Freestyle 100M Freestyle, 200M Freestyle, 200M Medley Relay, and the 200M and 400M Freestyle Relays; Nate Helmle, diver and swimmer of 100M Backstroke 200M Medley Relay, 500M Freestyle, and the 200M and 400M Freestyle Relays; and Jon Kohn, swimmer of the 50M Freestyle, 100M Freestyle, 200M Freestyle, 100M backstroke, 200M and 400M Freestyle Relays. The meet was incredible. We reached a season high for points scored and the feeling of that accomplishment made all of our hard work worth while. Even after the final score, nobody could help but smile, said senior Nate Helmle. Despite the fact that they lost the meet, our Pulaski boys could not have asked for a better end to their regular season. The level of passion and intensity the boys showed was inspiring. The boys really brought the enthusiasm of a team winning a shut-out. I had a blast. Coach Olson really knows his stuff and he has taught us well. My only regret is that I dont have one more year to swim with these fine swimmers, said senior Jon Kohn. After the excitement and satisfaction of their last dual meet, the Pulaski boys know that its not time to rest quite yet. Coming up on February 5, the divers have their conference meet in Pulaski, and February 6 has all swimmers and divers in Manitowoc for the Conference swim meet. The following week has the swimmers and divers in Neenah for the Sectional meet. Its that time of the season for the team to buckle down and prepare for their final two meets. With the progress theyve made, the team is excited to push themselves to their limits and succeed at the conference and sectional levels. Good luck to everyone on the Pulaski boys swim team!

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Pulaski wrestling takes conference

By Nevada Skenandore The Pulaski wrestling team took on the Green Bay West/ Southwest Trocats on Thursday night to determine who would win the title of conference champions. The meet started off on a really good note as they started at 189 with the Trocats giving up three forfeits in a row. The team performed extremely well from there on out. The Red Raiders

Pulaski bowling rolls on to state Raiders defeat

By Kevin Ripley Expect the unexpected when it comes to Pulaski High School bowling. After finishing the regular season in sixth place, the boys team entered sectional play February 3 at Riviera Lanes with plenty of pins to make up. The top five teams in the conference compete at state. The boys arrived at Riviera with 7.5 points and finished in fourth place earning 10 additional points. This put them in a tie with Marinette for fourth and fifth in the conference. Those attending state are Ryan Hicks, Kevin Ripley, William Durfey, Alex Smithback, Justin Huben, Bert Lewins, Cody Court, and Christian Pasch. I was happy with our position going into sectionals, but I knew there was a lot of work to be done yet, said Huben. Im very proud of the way we bowled at sectionals, and I am excited for state. Smithback said, As a whole, our team has grown and developed over the season, and we hope to continue that progress at state. Huben and Smithback earned All-Conference Honorable Mentions during the season with a high strike and spare to bowled frames percentage. Bert Lewins qualified for state as an individual during the singles competition February 1 at Pro Bowl. I woke up in the morning thinking it would be an ordinary day with my Kellogs, but it wasnt, said Hicks. As I set my ball on the rack, I knew our team was going to state.

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were determined to end the regular season with a bang, as they only gave up two matches. The final score was 64-9 with Pulaski on top, winning the title. Those who won his match include Justin Beckman, Tyler Rusch, Nevada Skenandore, Logan Hinderman, Jacob Syndergaard, Justin Enderby, Kyle Kelsey, Jon Enderby, Logan Worm, Alex Caelwaerts, Konnor VanderBloemen, and Zach Webster.

By Travis Przybylski Friday, January 29 the Pulaski Red Raiders played the Green Bay West Wildcats. Pulaski came out strong in the first quarter scoring 15 points compared to Wests 7. The Wildcats kept it close at halftime staying within 4 points. The score was 23-19. In the third quarter the Raiders were able to go on a run and pull away increasing their lead to 11 points. At the end of the third quarter the score was 35-24. Some late free throws in the fourth helped Pulaski keep the game out of reach for the Wildcats, going 11-18 from the foul line. The outcome was 49-39. Travis Przybylski led the raiders with 20 points and Adam Abegglen chipped in with 11 points.

Boys swim hard at home

By Kyle Forsberg January 19, the Pulaski boys swim team competed in a home meet against the Ashwaubenon Jaguars. The Jaguars were victorious with a score of Ashwaubenon 139 to Pulaski 42. Personal best times for Pulaski include: Matt Matuszak and the 200 Individual Medley and the 100M Butterfly; Luca Brilli in the 50M Freestyle and the 100M Freestyle; Jake Pelegrin in the 50M Freestyle and 100M Breaststroke; Nelson DeCleene in the 50M Freestyle and 500M Freestyle; Matt Shier in the 50M Freestyle; and Nic Smith in the 500M Freestyle. Tuesday, January 26 had the Pulaski boys at Bay Port for another duel meet. Unfortunately, due to lack of size and experience, the Pulaski team lost to the Pirates 23 to 139. The meet was not a total loss, three swimmers having achieved personal best times: Matt Shier in the 200M Freestyle and the 500M Freestyle; Gavin Denzer in the 100M Freestyle; and Damon Winkler in the 500M Freestyle. Our Raiders continue to practice hard to improve. The team is excited for its last few meets, especially the conference and sectional meets.

Zach Webster wrestles a Trocat in his individual conference match.

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January 21, 2010 Braun, Tammy and Rick Hobart, daughter January 20, 2010 Reed, Alexius and David Pulaski, daughter January 20, 2010 Sielicki, Jody and Adam Pulaski, daughter January 25, 2010 Vandenbush, Megan Sobieski, son

Like all of us in this storm between birth and death, I can wreck no great changes on the world, only small changes for the better, I hope, in the lives of those I love. ~Dean Koontz

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and a sister-in-law, Helen Brodhagen, Bonduel. Louise was preceded in death by her husband August on January 3, 1985; her parents; and three brothers, Norman, Martin and Walter Brodhagen.

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Births and deaths are a complimentary service from Pulaski News. If you wish to place a photo with your announcement, there will be a $20 fee. Contact Laurie at 8226800 for more information. Rose C. Jocius, 95, Pulaski, died peacefully January 24, 2010, at Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Seymour. The daughter of the late Louis and Kunegunda (Kobylarczyk) Gronski was born October 30, 1914, in Chicago, where she married Charles Jocius. The couple lived in Pulaski most of their married life. She was a faithful member of Assumption B.V.M. Parish in Pulaski where she belonged to the Rosary Society and the Council of Catholic Women. She was also a member of the Pulaski Golden-Agers and the American Legion, Auxiliary Unit 337, Pulaski. She baked wedding cakes for many newly married couples in the greater Pulaski area. In her golden years, Rose enjoyed trips to the casino and other bus tours. She also enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Survivors include one son, Carl Jocius, Custer; one granddaughter, Amy (Joel) Rosenberg, Cordova, Tennessee; two twin great-grandsons, Max and Porter Rosenberg; one sister, Loretta Putrya, Chicago and Florida; nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, Charles Jocius, Sr, she was preceded by one son, Charles Jocius, Jr; one sister and brother-in-law, Victoria (Chuck) Ksiazek; one brother-in-law, Walter Putyra. Keith H. Nickels, 61, Manitowoc, died January 19, 2010, at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay surrounded by his family. Keith was born on September 26, 1948, in Manitowoc, son of

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the late Harold and Mabel (Grotbeck) Nickels. He was a 1966 graduate of Lincoln High School and graduated from Silver Lake College with a bachelors degree in business. Keith was a member of the Wisconsin National Guard and retired from the U.S. Army Reserves in December of 1976. He married the former Patricia Novak on September 12, 1970, at St. Marys Catholic Church in Reedsville. Keith retired in 2006 after working for more than 30 years at Point Beach and Kewaunee Nuclear Plants. After retirement, he continued working at Point Beach as a contractor through Nuclear Energy Consultants. Keith was a member of First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc Flyers Ltd, the Academy of Model Aeronautics, National Rifle Association, and the Woodland Trails ATV Club. He enjoyed motorcycling and loved driving his Harley Davidson. Survivors include his wife, Patricia Nickels, Manitowoc; one son and daughter-in-law, Craig (Diana Schoberg) Nickels, Kenosha; one daughter, Rachel Nickels, Pueblo, Colorado; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Bonnie (James) Menges, Savage, Minnesota; Karen (Edward) Skwor, Savage, Minnesota; three brothers-in-law and four sisters-in-law, Gerald (Paula) Novak, Pulaski; Karen (Dennis) Free, Manitowoc; Diann Bonin, Reedsville; William (Tammy) Novak, Reedsville; aunts and uncles, Ruth Kuchenbecker, Manitowoc; Art (Audrey) Nickels, Manitowoc; Jeanette Berge, Greendale. Nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Mabel Nickels; and several aunts and uncles. Elizabeth J. Palet, 85, Little Suamico, passed away at an area hospital January 19, 2010. She was born in Mobridge, South Dakota, December 25, 1924, to the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Crabbe) Micheals. Elizabeth married Francis Palet, and he preceded her in death January 13, 1992. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, and years ago, riding horses. Elizabeth loved spending time with her family, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include her children, Gerri (James) White, Tilleda; Richard Pinchard, Duck Creek; Christine Wirtz, Califor-

nia; Terry (Diane) Palet, Duck Creek; Linda (Roy) McKeefry, Pulaski; Michael (Lori) Palet, Abrams; 18 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren; 5 greatgreat-grandchildren; and sisterin-law, Patricia Micheals. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Francis; sisters, Lorriane Stacie and Mildred Atkinson; brother, Joseph Micheals Jr. Louise A. Schmidt, 79, Bonduel, passed away January 20, 2010. Born January 11, 1931, in Bonduel, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Anna (Westphal) Brodhagen. Louise lived her entire life in the Bonduel area and was a graduate of Bonduel High School. October 31, 1953, she was united in marriage to August Schmidt at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Bonduel. The couple lived and worked on their dairy farm where they raised their eight children. Louise was very proud of their children. As her sons became involved in wrestling, she became the most avid fan. In 1970 the oldest four sons along with their father, August, started the Schmidt Family Band. As the family increased and grandchildren were added, so grew the band. One of Louises greatest joys was to listen to them play for various church and community events over the years. Louise also had a love for nature and enjoyed working in her gardens. She found pleasure in quilting and traveling. Louise was an active member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Bonduel where she was a member of the Ladies Aid, the quilting club, the tape ministry, the choir, and worked at the LCFS Thrift Store. She was also a former 4-H Leader. Louise is survived by eight children, Janet Ortiz, Bonduel; Dave (Cheryl) Schmidt, Green Bay; Philip (Mee) Schmidt, Bonduel; Charles (Cathy) Schmidt, Cecil; Gerald (Judy) Schmidt, Bonduel; Paul (Renee) Schmidt, Bonduel; Ronald (Amy) Schmidt, Bonduel; Steven Schmidt, Bonduel; 26 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Ruth Kohn, Arizona; Victoria Kohn, Pulaski;

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ASSUMPTION B.V.M. CHURCH, Pulaski. Saturday Mass: 4:00 p.m.; Sunday Masses: 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. Daily Masses: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday 7:00 a.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m., Thursday 8:15 a.m. Rite of Reconciliation: 11:00 a.m. Saturday. Rev. Patrick Gawrylewski. (920) 822-3279 CORNERSTONE FAMILY CHURCH, 2780 School Lane (Cty. B), Suamico. Sunday morning service 9:30 a.m. Childrens service provided and nursery available. Wednesday evening service 6:45 p.m. Childrens activities provided and youth activities provided. Pastor Dennis Toyne (920) 662-1146, www.cfcgb.com. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN - LCMS, 910 St. Augustine St., Pulaski. (across from Pulaski Middle School) Worship Services: Thursday 7:00 p.m.; Sunday 8:00 a.m. or 10:30 a.m.; S.S. & H.S. Youth Classes, 9:15 a.m.; Conf. Classes Wed. 6:00 p.m.; Advent & Lent Worship, Thurs. 7:00 p.m.; (A/C & wheelchair accessible). Pastor Jeff Dobratz; Church office (920) 822-3511 ST. STANISLAUS CHURCH, Hofa Park. Masses: Tuesday 7:00 p.m. & Saturday 8:00 p.m. ; Vigil of Holy Day 8:00 p.m. ; Sacrament of Reconciliation, Saturday 7:30 p.m. or upon request. Rev. Patrick Gawrylewski. Parish Office: (920)-822-5512 HOLY CROSS NATIONAL CATHOLIC CHURCH, Pulaski. Mass 1st & 3rd Sundays of the month at 2:30 p.m. (715) 693-2241. NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH, Sunday Worship Services and Kids Church at 10:00 a.m. Nursery provided. Meeting at the Pulaski Community Middle School auditorium. Pastor Bob Wied, (920) 822-7117, www.PulaskiNewLife.com. OUR SAVIORS LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA) Lessor, Cty. Rd. S, Pulaski. 3 miles west and 3 miles south of Angelica on Cty. Rd. S. Sundays: Worship Services 9:00 a.m.; Last Thursday of the month 7:00 p.m.; Sunday School 8:45 a.m.; Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays, Pastor Dennis Ellisen. UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Angelica. WI586 Cty. Trunk C, Pulaski. Sunday Worship Service at 8:30 a.m. Sunday School at 8:30 a.m. Pastor Loretta Waegli, Cell (715) 853-4444; Church (920) 822-1743. PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1954 County Rd. U, Green Bay WI 54313. Worship Schedule: Thursday evening 7:00 p.m.; Sunday Morning 8:00, 9:30; Sunday School & Power Hour 9:15 a.m. Holy Communion is celebrated on the 1st & 3rd Sundays and Preceding Thursday evening service at 7:00 p.m. Pastor Don Behrendt. Member of ELCA ST. PAULS LUTHERAN CHURCH, W 1978 Church Drive., Angelica. Sunday 8:30 a.m. Church Services. Zachow location, Sunday 10:00 a.m. Pastor Phillip Geiger. (715) 758-2275 ST. CASIMIR CHURCH, Krakow. Rev. James Esser, OFM. Masses: Saturday 8:00 p.m.; Sunday 9:00 a.m. Holy Days 8:00 a.m. & 8:00 p.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday 7:00-7:45 p.m. ST. JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCH, Little Suamico. (East of 41-141 on Cty. S, right on Cty. J mile) Church 826-7785. Sunday Service at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Member ELCA. ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH, Morgan. (920) 846-3453. Worship Sunday, Contemporary Service at 8:00 a.m.; Sunday School, 9:00 a.m. Adult Bible Class, 9:30 a.m.; Traditional Service, 10:30 a.m. Pastor Paul Heykes. Member ELCA ST. MAXIMILIAN KOLBE (St. Jogn Cantius Site), Sobieski. Fr. Gerald Prusakowski, Pastor. Masses: Saturday, 4:00 p.m.; Sunday 8:00 a.m. & 9:45 a.m. Confessions: Saturday 10:30 a.m. or by appointment. Phone (920) 822-5255. SS. EDWARD AND ISIDORE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 3667 Flintville Road (County M) Green Bay. Saturday Masses at 4:00 p.m.; Sunday 8:00 a.m. & 9:45 a.m. Confession: Saturday ST. JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCH GREEN VALLEY (LCMS) W1294 Nauman Road, Cecil, WI 54111 (715) 745-4558. Sunday Worship Services are 10:30 a.m.; Holy Communion the 1st & 3rd Sundays; Sunday School at 9:00 a.m. (Sept. May 20) ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS), Hobart, corner of Overland and J. Worship services: Sunday 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School & High School Youth Classes 9:15 a.m. Adult Class, Sunday 9:15 a.m. and Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Summer Schedule: May thru September, Thursday 7:00 p.m. and Sunday 9:00 a.m. Pastor Vern Heim, (920) 869-2777.

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your investment strategy for a range of possibilities, and by making changes as needed, you can make this a year of progress toward your important financial goals.

Page 16 Thrivent Financial to generate $3 million to aid Haiti

In response to the devastation caused by the earthquake in Haiti, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans is announcing a $1 million challenge to its members across the country. Thrivent Financial will match $1 for every $2 donated by Thrivent Financial members up to $1 million for the potential of generating $3 million. Funds will be directed to four Lutheran organizations to support their Haiti earthquake relief efforts: Lutheran World Relief, ELCA Disaster Response, LCMS World Relief and Human Care and WELS Committee on Relief. Our hearts and prayers go out to the people of Haiti and all those working tirelessly to rescue the thousands of victims, said Bruce Nicholson, Thrivent Financial chairman, president and chief executive officer. Thrivent Financial and our members want to help in this time of great need. We believe our members throughout the country will give

For every sale you miss because youre too enthusiastic, you will miss a hundred because youre not enthusiastic enough. ~Zig Ziglar

Make smart investment moves

Submitted by Andy Sulskis, Edward Jones Representative As an investor, you might wonder what the new year has in store for you. While economic and market forces are, as always, somewhat unpredictable, the overall outlook is generally favorable and by making the right moves, you can further improve your chances of making 2010 a good year for your portfolio. And one of the best moves you can make is to stay invested. If you had jumped out of the market during the long downturn from late 2007 through March 2009, you would have missed quite a rally. In fact, the Dow Jones Industrial Average staged a considerable comeback from its March lows, climbing 61.1 percent in 2009. The S & P 500 rose 66.7 percent off of its low. Still, its unlikely that well experience returns in this neighborhood for 2010. Although we may see reasonably strong growth in corporate earnings a key driver of stock prices stocks are no longer as undervalued as they were when the rally began. However, although we still face some significant issues, such as high unemployment and tight credit, most experts predict that the economic recovery will continue in 2010, though not at a sizzling pace. And a growing economy is usually good news for investors. Of course, despite the potentially favorable investment environment, theres always the possibility of bumps in the road. To protect yourself, consider taking these steps: Stick with buy and hold. Despite some claims that buyand-hold is no longer a viable investment strategy given todays volatile markets, it worked pretty well for those in-

Tammy Brzeczkowski, Dynamic Designs and Terra Fletcher, Fletcher Freelance, recently put on a seminar for the Shawano Country Chamber on How to Present a Professional Image. The chamber hosts a different business series every other month.

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vestors who were patient enough to ride out the bear market. Continue looking for quality investments and holding them until they no longer meet your needs or until the fundamentals of the investments themselves change. Own some short-term investments. During the long bear market, short-term investments, particularly cash, held up better than most other assets. Yet many investors had too little cash in their portfolios. Dont make that mistake. Keep an appropriate amount of cash for your age, income level, risk tolerance and long-term goals. Consider adding fixed-income investments. By owning some fixed-income vehicles, such as bonds, you can help reduce the effects of volatility on your portfolio. And if you hold your bonds until maturity, which is often a wise move, you can rely on them for a source of steady income. As always, make sure you understand the risks before investing. Watch for changes in investment taxes. In the coming year, the tax rate may increase for long-term capital gains and stock dividends. If that happens, you may need to review your investment mix. However, even if the long-term capital gains rate rises, youll still likely be better off holding quality investments for many years, thereby giving them the time to potentially overcome short-term price volatility. And even if taxes rise on dividends, dividend-paying stocks, with their ability to provide both income and growth potential, can be a valuable part of your portfolio. (Keep in mind, though, that companies may reduce or eliminate dividends at any time.) No one can say for sure what 2010 will bring to the investment world. But by preparing

Colors that say buy me

By Lori Stephan, Country Pride Realty, Inc. Broker/ Owner since 1999 CAN COLOR COST YOU A SALE? Take care when choosing color for your walls. The color choices might be sending the wrong message to potential buyers. Many salespeople and stagers say neutral beige or off white walls are what sells listings-but a touch of color may be just what you need to revive buyers interest in a languishing listing. And although beige may offend no one, the right color on a homes walls or spotlighted in the accessories can trigger positive responses among potential buyers. Color can change how you feel; it has an instantaneous effect. If people walk into a space and sense a warm color, they immediately get a sense of cozy home and will probably react positively. White, on the other hand, makes the room invisible. White is a missed opportunity to create a felling in the space. It doesnt help buyers imagine themselves in the home.(not to mention, in Asian cultures, white is associated with death and can add a certain doom to listings.) Pastel colors-which have a mostly white base-can have a similar, invisible effect. Research on colors has shown that warm colors, such as orange and red, can increase excitement and energy, whereas cooler hues, such as blue, can be calming and relaxing. Indeed, research shows color can influence a persons senses-even body temperature. So what color can lift a buyers spirits? The most potent color is green. In light-spectrum research that focused on treatments for season affective disorder, subjects exposed to green colors were in better moods than any of the other subjects tested. But before you start splashing green on all your walls, take caution. Not all shades of green are a safe bet. Lime greens-or any yellows with green undertones-look sickly to most buyers. Medium shades of green such as sage-and bedrooms painted in creamy tones of green-can be a good choice. Also favored are buttery yellows inside and out, complemented with white trim accents. For all your real estate needs, feel free to call Lori @ (920) 246-3000 or e-mail lori@countrypriderealty.com

generously to those affected by this catastrophic natural disaster. Thrivent Financial members interested in making a financial gift to help earthquake victims in Haiti can make their donation online at www.thrivent. com/helpinghaiti or by phone at 1-800-236-3736 between 7 am and 6 pm Central time, Monday through Friday. When prompted, please say directory then enter ext. 83003. Thrivent Financial will add a maximum of $250 per member donation, and donations will be accepted through March 31, 2010. Locally, there is a Thrivent Financial for Lutherans office located at 585 Glenbrook Drive in Pulaski, WI. James Lonick, Paul Bartolazzi and Jim Ott serve Thrivent Financial members in Pulaski and surrounding communities by providing financial guidance and solutions to help them achieve their financial goals.

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MCL expands

By Brock Treankler and Tadd Lewis MCL industries of Pulaski is currently adding on to its facility. This addition will allow for Ingenuity Industries to come back to Pulaski and move from its current location of Howard Industrial Park in Howard. Ingenuity Industries, LLC, a sister company to MCL Industries, will be occupying the front half of the new addition, which will make the entire facilitys space over 100,000 square feet. The opening of this addition will be bringing 42 of Ingenuitys current employees back to the community. Also, MCL has hired 44 new employees in 2009. Beyond bringing Ingenuity back to the community, the new addition will allow MCL Industries to have an excess capacity to provide MCL with room to grow its business outside its current customer base. Scott Hanstedt said, We are excited for the completion of the addition, and to have Ingenuity back in the community.

New business brings exterior style of cleaning to inside surfaces

Interior power washing: A new way of cleaning

Nsight announces winners

Cheri Peot and Dave Fochs of Bay Tek Games generously donated to the Red Raider Fitness Facility.

Nsight Telservices and Cellcom announce their Countdown to Christmas winners. From December 124, 2009, all customers who purchased any Nsight Telservices or Cellcom product at the Nsight Telservices agent location were entered in a daily drawing for a variety of prizes. Contest winners are Ruth Uelmen, Kelly Schneider, David Janssen, Kayla DuChateau, Performance Excavating; Ben Luedke, Chen Xiu Zhu, Ray Clark, Justin and Amy Baum, John Mroczkowski, Gloria Jadin, W&C Hutjens; Janet Lewis, Rorie Gauthier, Rich and Debbi Monette, Jessica Jonet, Tonya Pagel, Mary Unger, Wendy Niec, Diane Koepke, Len Allen, Corey Trever, Jerry McDermid, and K&N Transport. Nsight Telservices, formerly known as Northeast Telephone, provides businesses and residences local and long-distance calling, high-speed Internet, Nsight Digital Television (NDTV), web hosting, computer repair, and Cellcom wireless services. Nsight, as its parent company, is a premier communications provider throughout Wisconsin and upper Michigan. For more information visit www.nsighttel.com.

Randy Grygial of N.E.W. Solid Surface Cleaning, LLC demonstrating his power washing service.

MCL and Logistic Assembly Solutions (LAS) employees Linda Meidam, Wendy Nooyen, Krista Blazek, Heidi Christensen, Michelle Kelsey, Ryan Mijal, David Hoffmann, and Kevin Grabian stand by the sign in the Red Raider Fitness Facility.

Interior power washing. What is it? According to N.E.W. Solid Surface Cleaning LLC owner and 1978 Pulaski High graduate Randy Grygiel, not many people in the Northeastern Wisconsin area know the answer to this question. After working for Carver Boat the past 10 years, he decided to start his own company. He did research to start a new business and he found that this type of business was pretty much untouched in this area. The technical term for it is hard surface restoration. He believes he is the only one in the area using this technique. How the process works is that I come in and analyze the surface to determine what kind of floor it is and what type of emulsifier is needed. Once this is determined, I put the solution down and let it dwell for a time to break up the grime, bacteria, grease , and mold, he said. Then I take the power-washing unit with its high pressure and high heat , and surgically remove all of the dirt, oil and grease. The part that separates him from the other cleaners is his application process. Basically you have people that clean floors or any type of hard surface, do so with the conventional method of wiping or spraying a solvent on and then wiping or scrubbing it off. Most of the time just pushing the dirt around and into the small cracks, crevices or grout lines, Grygiel

said. They just get frustrated or settle for thats as good as it gets. The power- wash is pretty much a no touch type of application, kind of like the no touch car wash. It is the same scenario. According to Grygiel, everyone can benefit from this service, because it removes mold and bacteria and it sterilizes the surface that is being cleaned because of the temperature of the water. He services residential as well as commercial. Grygiel said that homeowners need this service as much as business owners. It is ideal for restoring a surface in order to possibly sell a home, maintain health standards, or just for beautification. He can deep clean ceramic & porcelain tile, slate, natural stone, concrete, brick, wood decks, and fireplace fronts. He also can clean countertops, shower surrounds, and vinyl floors. Virtually any horizontal or vertical surface. He also has the newest carpet and upholstery cleaning equipment in the industry. His mission is to be your one-stop floor care specialist. He said he services all of northeast Wisconsin including the north woods. His mission statement, To provide the best professional and most pleasant floor care service ever! So if you have any questions or would like a free demo, please call him anytime (920) 604-3773

Brighid Riordan of Nsight Telservices stands by the sign in the Red Raider Fitness Facility. If anyone is interested in donated to the fitness facility, please contact the district office.

The next issue of Pulaski News is February 25, 2010.

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Dynamic Designs named Retail Business of the Year

Nsight announces fourth quarter promotion winner

Nsight Telservices, an agent for Cellcom, announced Cheryl Radecki of Pulaski as the winner of their fourth quarter promotion. Radecki is the recipient of a $100 Visa Gift Card. All new wireless phone activations for Cellcom at the Nsight Telservices location from October 1 through December 31 were entered in the drawing. Nsight Telservices, formerly known as Northeast Telephone, provides businesses and residences local and long distance calling, high-speed Internet, Nsight Digital Television (NDTV), Web hosting, computer repair and Cellcom wireless services. Nsight, as its parent company, is a premier communications provider throughout Wisconsin and upper Michigan.

Dynamic Designs accepting the Retail Business of the Year award at the Shawano Country Chamber of Commerce annual banquet on January 28, 2010. Standing on stage, Ronald and Barbara Maroszek, Bruce and Tammy Brzeczkowski.

Celebrating 15 years in business, Dynamic Designs Unlimited, LLC, in Pulaski is also celebrating special recognition from the Shawano Country Chamber. On January 28, the Shawano Country Chamber awarded the family owned business Retail Business of the Year award for 2009, at the annual banquet. This award means a lot. Weve all had to make sacrifices this year, and work extra hard to increase our sales from the previous year, said Tammy Brzeczkowski co-owner of Dynamic Designs. We owe a lot to our eight employees and especially to our loyal customers, said Brzeczkowski. Dynamic Designs Unlimited, specializes in embroidery, screen printing and promotions. One of her favorite parts of the

business said Brzeczkowski is getting others started in business. We get excited when individuals want to start up their own company. We love it when people take that risk, and want to do something they love to do! she said. The company is owned by Tammy and Bruce Brzeczkowski, and (Tammys parents) Ronald and Barbara Maroszek. In addition to owning and running the business, Ronald and Barbara also operate a dairy farm of 31 years. A lot of work is done late evenings because of the schedules of the owners. It seems like the lights are always on at Dynamic Designs, said Bruce Brzeczkowski. We do what we need to do to get the job done right and in time. This award is an honor and we accept it with gratitude. For more in-

formation on Dynamic Designs Unlimited visit the website at www.dynamicdesignspulaski. com

Geoff Nestor, owner of My PC Handyman, located at 125 S. St. Augustine Street, wants to help out area unemployed adults. Nestor is offering any unemployed adult, who needs to use a computer for job site searches or filling out applications online or e-mails, the use of his business computers for just $1 an hour or $5 a day. For further information call (920) 822-3612.

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Snowball 2010 held at PHS

By Emilie Schauer January 23 was the date of this years annual Pulaski High School Snowball Dance. Planning for the dance began back in November with student council forming committees and making background decisions such as determining the dances theme and the decorating motif. Following the holiday vacation, student council started the major work in designing and building all to decorations which were put up the night before the dance. Midnight Madness was the theme for this year. Designs included black lights, lava lamps, fluorescent paint, and smoke machines. Out of all the years I have attended Snowball, the Midnight Madness decorations were the best, said Maran Collett, a Snowball attendee. Thunder and Lightning out of Eau-Claire, Wisconsin performed the disc jockey services that night. Student Council ran the elections, selecting the senior court and planning out the Grand

March. Court members for the dance included Kristin Halla and Joseph Giesler, Jenny Oxley and Tanner Herkert, Leigh Danner and Warren Nordgren, and Jessica Wampler and Alex Smithback. In addition, Brittini Uhlig and Adam Herkert were titled Snowball King and Queen.

RIGHT: The senior members of this years court pose for a group photo in the Pualski High School commons after their ceremonial dance on the main stairway landing. (Photo by Countryside Photography)

Adam Herkert and Brittini Uhlig are named the 2010 Snowball King and Queen. (Photo by Countryside Photography)