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New Development Discussed During Hartford Common Council Meeting
Hartford Common Council met Tuesday night, June 11 at City Hall in downtown Hartford. Alderpersons considered accepting a quote for up to an additional $116,902 for completing the replacement of the gymnasium floor at the Hartford Recreation Center. Hartford Parks and Recreation Director Randy Wojtasiak addressed council members Tuesday night.
Establishments score big for Wisconsin
LAKE MILLS — Retail clerks play a key role in decreasing underage individuals gaining access to tobacco products by routinely carrying out the law — not allowing individuals under 21 to purchase tobacco products. Clerks are the first line of defense in preventing youth access to tobacco products. When under the age of 21, individuals have a harder time getting tobacco products, they use less tobacco products. And the less tobacco they use, the more Wisconsin wins. We commend the following establishments in Dodge and...
Wisconsin’s system to block ineligible voters lets some on felony probation slip through
In 2020, Watertown resident Glen Godfroy walked into the polling place where he had voted for years. This time, he wasn’t sure if he could vote — he was on probation for a felony DUI offense. So, he said, he asked a poll worker to verify his status.
WIS-89 construction on-target for June 19 completion
WATERLOO — The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is on schedule to complete its Highway 89 resurfacing project on schedule. WIS-89 has been closed between Waterloo and Columbus for the project since it began April 8. Pending another week of good weather, the highway is expected to re-open Tuesday or Wednesday, according to WisDOT’s 511 site for project updates. During the course of construction, vehicles have been routed from Waterloo through Marshall on WIS-19 and then north to Columbus on WIS-73. The total cost of the project was initially slated for $2.7 million in state funding.
WIS 33 in Allenton, WI now open as RR work complete | By Ron Naab
Allenton, WI – Good news for motorists passing through Allenton, Wi, as the work on the railroad is complete and WIS 33 is open to traffic. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) closed the road June 4 with hopes of reconstructing the RR crossing in eight days. Looks like the weather cooperated, for the most part, and it’s clear sailing through Allenton, WI.
Allenton American Legion Auxiliary to host special Flag Day celebration Saturday, June 15, 2024 | By Ron Naab
Allenton, WI – Members of the Fohl-Martin American Legion Post 483 Legion and Auxiliary are presenting a special Flag Day Program on Saturday, June 15 at the Legion Post at 419 Railroad Street (County Road W) in Allenton, Wisconsin. Join them and many guests in honoring Old Glory; the symbol of our nation’s freedom and a source of pride for all of us and especially our veterans.
Watertown-Beaver Dam Elks Lodge to host Flag Day celebration
The Watertown-Beaver Dam Elks Lodge will host a Flag Day celebration Saturday June 15 at 1 p.m. The Lodge is located at 117 N 1st St. in Watertown. The ceremony honors nine different flags, starting with the Pine Tree Flag, which was flown in 1776 and 1777. The celebration will culminated with the familiar stars-and-stripes flag that is familiar today. There will be an explanation of the history of each flag as the historical banners are presented by the Elks Lodge. There will be music and a Pledge of Allegiance recitation. Space will be limited at the event, so the Elks request that interested individuals call 920-261-5473 to make a reservation.
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