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Head start on life Career program provides early glimpse into ‘real world’

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If dinner tables around the world one day are graced with a crunchier, sweeter carrot, perhaps people can thank the efforts of Erin Brakob back in 2019. The Oregon High School senior will be spending time about 20 miles south of the confines of the school in the next year as one of around 70 juniors and seniors in the Oregon School District’s growing school-towork program. When their classmates are sitting in school learning the latest math or English lesson, these upperclassmen are waiting on customers at banks, practicing floral design, watching children at daycares and, yes, even helping to build a better vegetable. There’s nothing like first-hand experience, and the program provides a growing number of opportunities in dozens of fields, such as agriculture, finance, biotech, law enforcement, IT, health care, graphic design, childcare and construction. District officials have put an increased emphasis on postsecondary planning in recent years, and with that, the program is becoming “increasingly popular,” said OHS principal Jim Pliner. “The opportunity to get out and have experiences that help students develop real skills while also informing their planning for the future is a Photos submitted large benefit,” he said. OHS student Amanda Cook works last school year at the Department of BioMembership in the program isn’t chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Several OHS students have worked with at UW labs through the OSD school-to-work program, including Turn to Work/Page 14 Erin Brakob this year.

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Donovan fills vacant board seat JUSTIN LOEWEN Observer correspondent

A former trustee has returned to the Oregon Village Board. David Donovan received a unanimous vote at the Sept. 9 board meeting to fill the seat vacated by Jeff Boudreau, who left the role to pursue an MBA at the University

of Wisconsin-Madison. Donovan will start Nov. 1, after budget season, and will continue Boudreau’s term, which ends April 2020. Donovan presented Donovan to the board alongside two other candidates, Ashley Kortte and Hans Noeldner. Kimberly Graff withdrew her application after her husband received orders for a

military deployment. Trustees did not ask any questions. After serving on the Village Board from 2010 to 2014, Donovan left the position after becoming a general manager at Xcel Energy in Eau Claire. Now semi-retired, Donovan has moved back to Oregon and said he wants to give back to his community. “(My) skills have taught me to listen to different perspectives and to ask the deeper thought-provoking questions — to consider

potential for unintended consequences that often happen when we make these complex decisions,” he said. He said the board must continue its cooperation with other local governing bodies to face issues including stormwater management and land use annexation. “I believe my technical skill set, my career experiences will help the village board deal with these issues and those issues yet unknown,” Donovan said.

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County M closing to Fish Hatch Resurfacing project will continue to Verona in October SCOTT GIRARD Unified Newspaper Group

A main highway into and out of Oregon will be closed for six weeks beginning Monday, Sept. 16. T h e fi r s t h a l f o f t h e County Hwy. M closure, through Friday, Oct. 4, will be especially tough on Oregon, with the road closed for resurfacing between County Hwy. MM and Fish Hatchery Road. The stretch from Fish Hatchery Road to County Hwy. PB in Verona is scheduled for closure Oct. 7-25. The road will be

Inside Information on an upcoming meeting about work planned on the Hwy. 14 bridges next year Page 5 restricted to local traffic only during the closure, with through traffic needing to find alternate routes. The suggested alternatives from the state Department of Transportation are Verona Road and the Beltline.

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Eric Schulz holds his daughter Arya while they listen to stories. Photos by Kimberly Wethal

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Diane Newlin has announced her resignation as director of the Oregon Youth Center after nine years in the role. Her last day is Thursday, Sept. 12. In a phone conversation Monday with the Observer, Newlin said she shared the “bittersweet” news via email with the OYC b o a r d on Aug. 22. She said she Diane Newlin informed the county and local municipalities that provide funding to the program and the youths’ parents Sept. 5. Newlin said she felt it was her responsibility to tell the kids in person before word spread, which she did in the OYC’s new building on their second day back to school Sept. 4.

“That part was really challenging,” she told the Observer. “These kids are amazing kids. They definitely have a piece of my heart.” The OYC board posted the job opening to the nonprofit’s Facebook page on Sept. 6. The job description is available at oregonyouthcenter.org, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. “I feel that now is the best possible time for me to step away from this program, as I know it is in great hands with our current board of directors, as well as the current assistant director and the AmeriCorps member serving at our site,” Newlin wrote in the email to the Oregon Village Board. Newlin said it was her “honor” and “passion” to serve Oregon youth in this capacity, and she thanked the community and municipalities for their support to be able to “keep our doors open, lights on, and the

kiddos’ bellies full.” In 2014, the YMCA of Dane County stepped back from operating the center, which propelled Newlin to rally enough community support to make the center an independent nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. The OYC was again at risk of closing in 2016 when faced with budget cuts from local municipalities, but fundraising efforts and some restored financial aid kept it going. The OYC has faced other struggles from time to time, such as shortages of snacks, but the community always seems to come through, Newlin said. I n 2 0 1 7 , t h e O r eg o n Community Resource Network recognized the program’s impact on the youth and asked Newlin and the OYC board if they had any interest in a new facility. After a resounding yes (the former EMS building was showing its age inside and out), the million-dollar

fundraising campaign got a $800,000 boost from an angel donor. Doors to the new building opened to dozens of smiling faces this spring. “Watching this program grow and turn into the strong, thriving program it is today has been a great joy for me, and it is my feeling that this program will continue to offer quality, free programming to the youth and families in this community for many years to come,” Newlin wrote. Newlin was unable to attend Monday’s Village Board meeting because of a scheduled youth and parent yoga activity at the OYC during that time, but Village President Jeanne Carpenter announced the news of her resignation and wished her well. “We want to very much thank her for all of the work she has done there and the growth that she has managed there,” Carpenter said. “She will be missed.”

Oregon School District

Preliminary tax rate lowest since 2009 Board set to approve 2019-20 budget next month SCOTT DE LARUELLE Unified Newspaper Group

In preparation for their annual budget hearing and public meeting Sept. 23, Oregon school board members got an early look at a preliminary budget that projects a slightly lower tax rate for the 2019-20 school year — and

School levy Year Dollars 2017-18 $26,167,252 2018-19 $27,805,029 2019-20* $28,994,325 *estimated the lowest since 2009. District business manager Andy Weiland took board members through the first step of the budget process at Monday night’s meeting. District officials are a bit

ahead of schedule compared to last year, when teacher contracts were still up in the air, though a final enrollment count scheduled for next week will help in finalizing state aid numbers. The projected mill rate is $11.15 for every $1,000 of assessed value, down from last year’s rate of $11.38. That would mean the owner of a $200,000 home would pay $2,230 in school taxes (down slightly from $2,276 last year), though it will vary by municipality. Growth is expected to dip slightly, from

7.9% last year to an estimated 6.5% this year. Weiland said while the budget will change before next month’s deadline. “It is our best estimate at this time,” he said. He said the board is set to vote on the budget at its Monday, Oct. 21, meeting, along with the final tax levy and rate. Email Unified Newspaper Group reporter Scott De Laruelle at scott.delaruelle@wcinet.com.

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Anderson Farm County Park will soon have one more amenity to bring in people and their dogs. And you won’t need to bring a leash, but you will need a permit. On Sept. 5, the Dane County Board approved $48,934 contract with KL Engineering for design and architectural work for an off leash dog park facility at the county park on 914 Union Road in the Town of Oregon. Tentatively, construction will begin this fall, with an anticipated opening in spring 2021. Next spring, the county will also begin planting seed to establish vegetation in the area. The dog park would be 35 acres, and feature woodland areas, agricultural fields, a small prairie and a separate 3.5 acre area for small or timid dogs. It’s part of the park’s master plan, which was finalized in 2014 and would be the eighth off-leash area in the county park system, joining Badger Prairie, Capital Springs Recreation Area, Indian Lake, Prairie Moraine, Token Creek, Viking and Yahara Heights.

Dane County Board Chair Sharon Corrigan said before the vote last week there’s already been “a lot of excitement” surrounding the proposal. “Everyone connected with this project, including staff and volunteers, should be thrilled with how well it’s been received,” she said in a county news release. Anderson Farm County Park was established in 2014 and is the newest recreation park in the Dane County Parks system. The park encompasses around 310 acres and features a mix of woodland, agricultural fields and a small prairie planted in 2016. It’s named after the Lyman F. Anderson Family farmstead, which was founded at the site in 1886. Its namesake, a former County Board Supervisor member of the Wisconsin State Legislature, died in 2005. Email Unified Newspaper Group reporter Scott De Laruelle at scott.delaruelle@wcinet.com.

Pursuit reaches 94 mph in Dunn SCOTT GIRARD Unified Newspaper Group

Police pursued a man for 20 minutes after he allegedly fled from a traffic stop in the Town of Dunn Thursday night. According to a Dane County Sheriff ’s Office news release, 20 year old Keelan Seaton was stopped at the County Hwy. B and Keenan Road intersection and fled in the vehicle shortly after the stop. The pursuit, which traveled through portions of Madison, Fitchburg and

Dunn, reached as high as 94 mph, according to the release. Seaton stopped “several times” during the pursuit while taking a “relatively circuitous route” until his car struck a curb in a roundabout and became disabled. Seaton faces tentative charges of eluding, bail jumping, possession of drug paraphernalia and operating after suspension. Contact Scott Girard at ungreporter@wcinet.com and follow him on Twitter @sgirard9.

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Effort of public works staff often underappreciated A s I wrap up my fourth year as the director of public works in the Village of Oregon, I am reminded daily about what a great community we have. It sounds like a cliche, but I truly believe the Village of Oregon is the best community to raise a family in Dane County. I entered this job in public service after nearly a 20-year career in private civil engineering consulting. I knew this job would be challenging and rewarding, but Rau I never imagined the depth and breadth of things I would experience in public works. I oftentimes believe people overlook the many things that we do on a daily basis to make sure our community is a safe, healthy and great-looking village. I commonly see stories in the news about heroic efforts of police and fire departments and their talents in protecting our communities. I don’t wish to discount either of these departments, as they are led by incredible leaders and they tirelessly serve our community, as well. But in public works, we quietly work behind the scenes addressing just about everything in the village, many days without much recognition or thanks. I am honored to lead a staff of 13 dedicated and committed individuals with a wide variety of talents and gifts. These individuals deserve to be publicly recognized for what an asset they are to our community. If you know any of them, please take a moment to thank them for their service to the village. If social media and the oftentimes negative opinions voiced by others mattered, it would be easy for people in the department to get discouraged and feel unappreciated or undervalued. I would invite anybody to spend a day in my world to see just what things we address and how we assist residents both collectively

and personally. Next time you open that water tap, take a shower, water your lawn or enjoy a glass of clean safe water, think of Don or Amos. Both of these guys work daily to keep our three wells operating, our water towers full and ready, and our nearly 64 miles of water main leak free. Maintaining a safe and reliable water supply is critical to our village, and they both do an incredible job. Cal, Sonny, and Jim operate our often overlooked wastewater treatment facility 24 hours a day, seven days a week to make sure we properly treat our wastewater before discharging it back to Badfish Creek. Outside the walls of the treatment plant, they monitor our system, complete manhole inspections and operate our three pumping stations. Every year, our annual report to DNR shows that our treatment plant operates efficiently and well within our permit limits. Billy took over our parks position after the retirement of one of our staff in 2018. Billy helps to manage the mowing, maintenance and upkeep of the 18 parks we have within the village. This job will only become more challenging as we upgrade Jaycee Park West and the future Highlands of Netherwood Park. In 2018, Kevin joined public works, bringing an extensive background in operating our most expensive piece of equipment, the sewer jetter vacuum truck. If you have seen this truck, you can tell it is an impressive piece of equipment dedicated to cleaning out our sewer mains, keeping our system operating efficiently and hopefully preventing sewer backups. Kevin’s experience and positive attitude has made him a valuable asset to our team. As you can imagine, public works has an enormous amount of equipment, engines, vehicles, trailers, machinery, etc. It takes a special person to be able to maintain and repair this equipment, and Terry does a great job in accomplishing this. In our shop, Terry maintains much of

our equipment as well as some equipment from other departments. Our public works crew is one of the best in the area. Much like an emergency room, which sees just about everything, our crew never knows exactly what each day will look like, as they are called to do just about everything. Nick, who has a background in concrete work, has done a very impressive job with repairs to curb ramps, flatwork for the Oregon Youth Center and improvements at the fire department. Jeff keeps our streets looking great by operating our new street sweeper and assisting others with projects. Gene is able to fix or upgrade just about everything. I am impressed daily with his talents and patience in determining the best solution for a problem. Our newest team member is Jesse, who joined us in 2018. He continues to accept new challenges and learn new equipment. During the summer months, we hire six limited-term employment positions. This summer, we were blessed with having Sam, Zach, Kieren, Jared, Collin and Derek help us out with mowing, weeding, brush chipping and just about anything else. Our summer help is an important part of our department. And Gary Disch, my assistant public works director, has dedicated over 40 years of service to this community. His knowledge and talents in our department are invaluable. His example as a dedicated public servant and his willingness to drop everything to help someone in the village is unmatched. Yes, we do so much more than plow snow and mow grass. Next time you see a public works vehicle or staff member, please take a moment to thank them for their service and their talents in keeping Oregon an incredible place to live and raise a family. See you around town! Jeff Rau is the director of public works for the Village of Oregon.

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Meeting for Hwy. 14 bridges project Sept. 18 Construction is planned for next spring The Wisconsin Department of Transportation will host a public information meeting to preview the Hwy. 14 bridges improvement project set to begin next spring between Oregon and Madison. The open house meeting is 5:306:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18, at Oregon Village Hall, 117 Spring St. The meeting will provide an overview of the purpose and need for the project, and preview the construction staging and expected traffic impacts. Work next year is scheduled for the Hwy. 138 interchange and County

If You Go What: Wisconsin DOT Hwy. 14 bridge improvement public meeting When: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18 Where: Oregon Village Hall, 117 Spring St. Info: Call 245-2652 or email christopher.hazard@dot.wi.gov

Hwy. MM. Temporary ramp closures with detours are planned. Hwy. 14 will remain open to traffic during construction using lane closures and

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Academic Achievements Academic Honors‌ Spring 2019 ‌UW-River Falls Oregon Madeline Steil, dean’s list ‌‌Northern Michigan University Brooklyn Samuel Reynolds, dean’s list Oregon Samuel Miess, dean’s list; Alyssa Milski, dean’s list; Beryl Miess, dean’s list ‌‌UW-Madison Brooklyn Sarah Dewey, dean’s list; Hannah Jones, dean’s honor list; Brock Kelly, dean’s list; Michael Landry, dean’s honor list; Mya Lebakken, dean’s list; Riley Medenwald, dean’s list; Abbie Schofield, dean’s list; Mitchell Wall, dean’s honor list, Hilldale fellowship Oregon Anne Brethauer, dean's honor list; Kalli Choles, dean's list; Sam Collins, dean's list; Emma Fischer, dean's list, sophomore research fellowship; Emma Groblewski, dean's list; Justin Hineline, dean's honor list; Benjamin Klementz, dean's list; Cassandre Krier, dean's list; Ellen Martin, dean's list; Benjamin Masson, dean's list; Andi McCorkle, dean's list; Isabel Meidl, dean's honor list; Abigail Milski, honor roll; Elliot Moravec, dean's honor list; Clara Nickel, dean's list; Tyler Nolan, honor roll; Shannon Olson, dean's list; Annie Petras, dean's list;

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Foxboro flood relief progressing JUSTIN LOEWEN Observer correspondent

Efforts to help curb flooding on the Foxboro Golf Club’s north fairways are moving forward. The Village Board awarded the project to G-Pro Excavating LLC of Montfort, Wisconsin, which will consist of a water collection box and a 15-inch diameter gravity pipeline that will run to the north of the club, connecting to the village’s storm sewer system. The flooding issues around Foxboro have been largely attributed to poor drainage and high groundwater tables, along with a pair of stormwater ponds on the golf course that frequently overflow. The village discovered this spring that it was responsible for maintenance of the ponds and had neglected them for many years. Public works director Jeff Rau said the contractor’s

$83,972 bid will be enough to cover the project, which will begin around late September to early October, and will take about a week to complete. The pipeline will run across land owned by the Concord Commons Condominium Association and will also benefit residents who wish to connect to the underground system. The Village Board authorized village attorney Matt Dregne to prepare a formal agreement with Concord Commons, which would have the association reimburse the village 30 percent of the cost of the pipeline, up to $21,000. Rau said the village is also planning a second pipeline on the Villages of Foxboro subdivision, adjacent to Concord Commons. This would allow residents to tap into the pipeline, alleviating groundwater issues in the area while helping to share the cost with the Village of Oregon.

Village in brief

also discussed the Planning administrator session ongoing negotiations with The Village Board went into closed session and agreed on a contract with its first full-time planning and zoning administrator Elise Cruz. Cruz is a real estate project coordinator with the University of Virginia Foundation and a 2009 Oregon High School graduate. She had also spent time as a research assistant, a reporter and a planning specialist in Virginia and interned with the Oregon Area Chamber of Commerce. The village had previously narrowed its finalists to Cruz and Mary Robb, a program and policy analyst with the State Department of Transportation. Over the past 20 years, Robb also had been a planner for Rock County, the DOT and private firm Vandewalle and served on the McFarland Plan Commission, according to her LinkedIn profile. City administrator Mike Gracz told the Observer the village narrowed its candidates to six and the other four withdrew.

the Oregon School District on a school resource officer. Village trustees had approved a possible contract last month, but the school board took issue with some of its provisions, most notably the police department’s request to have an assault rifle available to the officer within the building. T h e Vi l l a g e B o a r d adjourned without returning to open session.

New daycare facility Journey Above Childcare Center, 244 Jefferson St., is expanding. The Village Board unanimously approved the addition of a second facility to be located a mile to the west, at 870 Oregon Center Dr.

Ziggy’s alcohol license

The Village Board unanimously approved new alcohol beverage licenses for Ziggy’s BBQ Smokehouse and Ice Cream Parlor, 135 S. Main St. The restaurant already had the licenses, but it gave up and applied for new School resource officer them ones, appointing Teri Ann T h e b o a r d ’s c l o s e d Leeder as the agent.

Clark wins Cameron Memorial Scholarship

Bailey Clark, third from right, received the 2019 Stu Cameron Memorial Scholarship. The Cameron family, along with the Oregon Sportsman’s Club, are proud to award this scholarship to an Oregon High School senior who is also an active club member. Pictured from left are Oregon Sportsman’s Club president Steve D’Orazio, Stacy Cameron Sergent, Tanner Sergent, Mason Sergent, Bailey Clark, Lora Cameron and Bryan Cameron

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center with ‘Craftivism.’ At this learning event for adults, you can create knitted or crocheted items that will be donated to charity. Attendees will make Twiddle Muffs for Partners of Stoughton Hospital to distribute to people with dementia and other cognitive impairments. Yarn and patterns will be provided. Bring your own crochet hook or sewing needles. For information, call 835-3656.

At 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12, at the senior center, attendees can participate in “Hospice and Palliative Care 101: When is it time to make a referral?” This learning event is set to help visitors offer an extra layer of supportive care to people with serious illnesses. They can help by treating poorly controlled symptoms, addressing disruptive behaviors and exploring the family’s needs and wishes. Registration Helen Keller is required. Attendees can learn about “Helen For information, call 835-5801. Keller – A Life Nearly Lost” at 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19 at the Oregon Senior Paint night Center. Artists, amateur and expert, will be The program begins with an actress able to showcase their skills at the library playing Helen Keller being led to the 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12. podium to recite experts from her Painters are invited to a Paint Night 1925 speech at the International Lions’ from 1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 14. Convention. Guests will then learn Attendees will paint night, birch tree of Keller’s life and experiences as an scene with step-by-step instructions on advocate for people with disabilities. an 8x10 canvas on both nights. Canvas, For information or to sign up, call 835paints and brushes will be provided. 5801. Registration is required. For information, email Kara at Homebrewing kripley@oregonlibrary.org. The Madison Homebrewers and Taster Guild plan to be at the Oregon Public ‘Craftivism’ Library 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19 for Get your creative juices flowing at an “Introduction to Homebrewing” class. 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, at the senior Participants will learn the essentials

of brewing homemade beer including what supplies and ingredients and tips to get started. The library website says participants should “hop on over to bibrary” and “you’ll barley notice the time passing, or at yeast you’ll find it a great way to spend an hour!” For information, email Kara at kripley@oregonlibrary.org.

‘Sew What?!’ Teens and adults are invited to “Sew What?!” from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 at the library. Attendees can create a water bottle holder. They will start with handwork, following the preprinted pattern, then finish with a sewing machine. This class is for intermediate sewing level, not beginners. Check out the Oregon Public Library website for a downloadable list of needed supplies. Registration is required. For information, call 835-3656.

Scavenger Hunt Participants can “Discover Downtown Oregon” with a scavenger hunt 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Sept. 21. The hunt starts at the Oregon Public Library and takes about 30 minutes. The event is for all ages and there is no registration required.

Community calendar Thursday, Sept. 12

• 1 p.m., “Hospice and Palliative Care 101: When is it time to make a referral?” senior center, 835-5801 • 3-7 p.m., 3 year old Child Development Days, Oregon School District, 835-4034 • 4-7 p.m., Food distribution and collection (hours now weekly), Oregon Area Food Pantry, 107 N. Alpine Parkway, oregonfoodpantry@ hotmail.com • 6-7 p.m., Paint night, library, 835-3656 • 6:30-8 p.m., Bookmobile at the gazebo, 100 Hotel St., Brooklyn, dcls. info

Friday, Sept. 13

• 8-11 a.m.., 3 year old Child Development Days, Oregon School District, 835-4034

Oregon Area Food Pantry, 107 N. Alpine Parkway, oregonfoodpantry@ hotmail.com • 10 a.m., Teetering toddlers story time, library, 835-3656 • 10 a.m., Bouncing Saturday, Sept.14 babies story time, • 1 p.m., Paint “night,” library, 835-3656 library, 835-3656 • 2-3 p.m., Craftivism, • 6:30-8:30 p.m., Free senior center, 835-5801 Family Movie Night, First • 3:15 p.m. Eureka Jr. Presbyterian Church, Club, library, 835-3656 408 N. Bergamont, fpcmovies@gmail.com Wednesday, Sept. 18 • 10 a.m., Family story Monday, Sept. 16 time, library, 835-3656 • 5 p.m., Oregon Village • 6-7 p.m., Yoga, BrookBoard meeting, Village lyn Community Building, Hall, 117 Spring St., 102 N. Rutland Ave., 835-3118 455-4201 • 6 p.m., Country Heat • 4-5 p.m., Get to know class, Brooklyn ComAlexa, senior center, munity Building, 102 N. 835-5801 Rutland Ave., 455-4201

• 10 a.m., Family story time, library, 835-3656 • 4 p.m., Teen Advisory Board meeting, library, 835-3656 • 5-6 p.m., Anime Club, library, 834-3656

Tuesday, Sept.17

• 9-11 a.m., Food distribution and collection,

Community cable listings Village of Oregon Cable Access TV channels: WOW #983 & ORE #984 Phone: 291-0148 • Email: oregoncableaccess@charter.net Website: ocamedia.com • Facebook: ocamediawi New programs daily at 1 p.m. and repeats at 4, 7 and 10 p.m. and 1, 4, 7 and 10 a.m.

Thursday, Sept. 12 WOW: Oregon Village Board Meeting (Sept. 9) ORE: Oregon School Board Meeting (Sept. 9) Friday, Sept. 13 WOW: Oregon Chamber of Commerce Meeting (Aug. 15) ORE: Friday Night LIVE: OHS Panther Football vs Edgewood LIVE 6:50pm Saturday, Sept. 14 WOW: Senior Center Silver Threads Presentation: Bill Bossingham (Aug.20) ORE: Panther Varsity Soccer vs Madison Memorial LIVE 12:20pm Sunday, Sept. 15 WOW: First Presbyterian Church Service ORE: Oregon School Board Meeting (Sept. 9) Monday, Sept. 16

WOW: Oregon Village Board Meeting: Jaycee Park- LIVE 5pm ORE: Oregon School Board Meeting (Sept. 9) Tuesday, Sept. 17 WOW: Sounds of Summer: All that Jazz (Aug. 27) ORE: Panther Varsity Volleyball vs Edgewood (Sept. 12) Wednesday, Sept. 18 WOW: Senior Center Presentation: Celtic Harp with Shari Sharazin (Sept.5) ORE: Panther Varsity Soccer vs Madison Memorial (Sept. 14) Thursday, Sept. 19 WOW: Oregon Village Board Meeting: Jaycee Park (Sept. 16 ORE: Friday Night LIVE: OHS Panther Football vs Edgewood (Sept. 6)

Thursday, Sept. 19

• 2 p.m., Hellen Keller - “A Life Nearly Lost,” senior center, 835-5801 • 6-7:30 p.m., Intro to Homebrewing, library, 835-3656 • 6:30-8 p.m., Bookmobile at the gazebo, 100 Hotel St., Brooklyn, dcls. info

Saturday, Sept. 21

• 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Sew What?!, library, 835-3656 • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Discover Downtown Oregon scavenger hunt, starts at library, 835-3656 Tuesday, Sept. 24 • 1 p.m., Movie matinee: “Second Act,” senior center, 835-5801 • 6-7 p.m., Pajama antics story time, library, 835-3656

Brooklyn Lutheran Church 101 Second Street, Brooklyn (608) 455-3852 Pastor Rebecca Ninke SUNDAY 9 a.m. Holy Communion 10 a.m. Fellowship Community of Life Lutheran Church PO Box 233, Oregon (608) 286-3121, office@ communityoflife.us Pastor Jim McCoid SUNDAY 8:45 a.m. Education Hour, 10 a.m. Worship at 1111 S. Perry Parkway, Oregon Brooklyn Community United Methodist Church 201 Church Street, Brooklyn (608) 455-3344 Pastor George Kaminski SUNDAY 9 a.m. Worship (Nov.-April) 10:30 a.m. Worship (May-Oct.)

Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church 143 Washington Street, Oregon (608) 835-3554 Pastor Jeffrey Hendrix SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Worship Holy Communion 2nd & last Sundays First Presbyterian Church 408 N. Bergamont Blvd. (north of CC), Oregon, WI (608) 835-3082 - fpcoregonwi. org Pastor Kathleen Owens SUNDAY 10 a.m. Service 10:15 a.m. Sunday School 11 a.m. Fellowship 11:15 a.m. Adult Education Memorial UCC 5705 Lacy Road, Fitchburg (608) 273-1008, memorialucc. org Pastor Kristin Gorton SUNDAY 8:15 and 10 a.m.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church ECLA

Central Campus: Raymond Road and Whitney Way SATURDAY - 5 p.m. Worship SUNDAY - 8:15, 9:30 and 10:45 a.m. Worship West Campus: Corner of Hwy. PD and Nine Mound Road, Verona SUNDAY - 9 & 10:15 a.m., 6 p.m. Worship (608) 271-6633 Hillcrest Bible Church

752 E. Netherwood, Oregon Graham Blaikie, Interim Pastor (608) 835-7972, www.hbclife.com SUNDAY 8:30 a.m. worship at the Hillcrest Campus and 10:15 a.m. worship with Children’s ministries, birth – 4th grade Holy Mother of Consolation Catholic Church

651 N. Main Street, Oregon Pastor: Fr. Gary Wankerl (608) 835-5763 holymotherchurch.weconnect.com SATURDAY: 5 p.m. Worship SUNDAY: 8 and 10:15 a.m. Worship People’s United Methodist Church 103 North Alpine Parkway, Oregon Pastor Jason Mahnke

(608) 835-3755, www.peoplesumc.org

Communion is the 1st & 3rd weekend SATURDAY - 5 p.m. Worship SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Worship and Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. Worship St. John’s Lutheran Church

625 E. Netherwood, Oregon Pastor Paul Markquart (Lead) (608) 291-4311 SATURDAY - 5 p.m. Worship SUNDAY - 8, 10:30 a.m. Worship Vineyard Community Church

Oregon Community Bank & Trust, 105 S. Alpine Parkway, Oregon Bob Groth, Pastor (608) 513-3435, welcometovineyard.com SUNDAY - 10 a.m. Worship

Zwingli United Church of Christ – Paoli

At the intersection of Hwy. 69 & PB Pastor Rich Pleva paoliucc.com, (608) 225-1278 SUNDAY - 9:30 a.m. Family worship

Support groups

• Library closed from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Senior center Monday, Sept. 16 Beef Pot Pie with Biscuit Top Creamed Spinach Apple Juice, Strawberry Jell-O MO – Veggie Pot Pie NCS – SF Jell-O Tuesday, Sept. 17 Chicken and Gravy over White Bread NAS – No Gravy Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans Banana, Carnival Cookie MO – Veggie Chicken and Gravy NCS – SF Cookie Pkt. Wednesday, Sept. 18 Tomato Soup Macaroni and Cheese with Chicken Cooked Spinach Whole Wheat Dinner Roll Mixed Fruit with Grapes Frosted Carrot Cake MO – Macaroni and Cheese NCS – SF Pudding Thursday, Sept. 19 My Meal, My Way Lunch at Ziggy’s Smokehouse and Ice Cream Parlor! Drop in between 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20 *Meatballs in Marinara over Penne Pasta Carrots, Mixed Greens Salad Banana, Strawberry Ice Cream Cup MO – Veggie Meatballs in Marinara NCS – SF Ice Cream SO - Chicken Taco Salad *Contains Pork

All Saints Lutheran Church 2951 Chapel Valley Rd., Fitchburg (608) 276-7729 Interim pastor SUNDAY 8:30 a.m. classic service 10:45 a.m. new song service

Monday, Sept. 16 10:30 Dominoes 10:30 StrongWomen 1:00 Weight Loss Support 1:30 Bridge 1:45 Balance Class Tuesday, Sept. 17 9:45 Zumba Gold 10:30 Parkinson’s Exercise 11:30 Silver Threads 12:15 Shopping 12:30 Sheepshead 2:00 Craftivism Group 5:30 StrongWomen Wednesday, Sept. 18 9:00 Full COA Meeting 12:45 Silver Sneakers 1:00 Euchre 4:00 Get to Know Alexa Thursday, Sept. 19 9:00 Pool Players 9:00 Rubber Stamping 9:45 Zumba Gold 10:30 StrongWomen 11:45 Shopping at Bill’s 12:30 Mahjongg 1:00 Card Party 2:00 Jessica Michna as Helen Keller 5:30 StrongWomen Friday, Sept. 20 9:00 CLUB 9:00 Gentle Yoga 9:30 Blood Pressure 12:45 Silver Sneakers

• Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, First Presbyterian Church, every Monday and Friday at 7 p.m. • Relationship & Divorce Support Group, State Bank of Cross Plains, every other Monday at 6:30 p.m. • Navigating Life Elder Support Group, People’s United Methodist Church, 103 N. Alpine Pkwy., every first Monday at 7 p.m.

“For we are co-workers in God’s service; you are God’s field, God’s building.” – 1 Corinthians 3:9 NIV The creation of the world and the salvation of the souls therein is a work in progress.Every dawn is, in some ways, a vestige of creation, but more than just a vestige, it is indeed a new creation.The world is clearly in the process of becoming what it will be, and we are cocreators with God in determining how things will work out. Just as the physical universe is in flux, so too the moral universe. Good and evil are locked in mortal combat, and we are all called to do our part on the side of God and the angels.It can sometimes be discouraging to see how depraved people can be. Governments, which should serve their people,sometimes seem more bent on subjugating or otherwise taking advantage of them.Wars and rumors of wars there will always be, but we can take heart that most of us cringe when we see people acting cruelly, and the human heart is more moved by pity, compassion and kindness than by cruelty and evil. And while there may be a bit of larceny in every heart, most of us are more desirous to become better human beings and to help our fellow human beings than to fleece them. So take up your cross (or your shield), and help God and your fellow man fight the good fight. – Christopher Simon

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Brooklyn Night Out Brooklyn hosted its annual Brooklyn Night Out event Thursday, Aug. 1, at Legion Park. Officers and firefighters interacted with kids, who played games.

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Above, new full time officer Randy Burns helps Madelyn Hawkey-Smith identify the perfect spot to dunk the chief during the Brooklyn Night Out Thursday, Aug. 1 at Legion Park. At left, Brooklyn Bavery, 8, throws a softball hoping to “dunk the chief.”

Brooklyn Police Chief Wade Engelhart, waits to plummet into a pool of water during the popular “dunk the chief” game at the Brooklyn Night Out Thursday, Aug. 1 at Legion Park.

Quilt of Valor

The Verona Quilts of Valor group honored Oregon resident and veteran Heidi Kunde for her six years of military service with a Quilt of Valor. The presentation was held during the Dane County Wisconsin After 5 — Christian Women’s Connection meeting at the Radisson Hotel in Madison on July 15. To nominate a veteran you know anywhere in the U.S. for a Quilt of Valor, click on “Request a Quilt” at qovf.org.

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Brognano to the rescue Underclassmen pace Panthers

MARK NESBITT Assistant sports editor

Oregon junior Pat Brognano scored his first varsity goal to propel the Panthers to a shutout over Madison Edgewood on Tuesday, Sept. 10, at Reddan Soccer Park in Verona. “It felt really relieving to score that,” Brognano said. “I made it a little difficult for myself trying to dribble through players, but I got there in the end. I heard some people calling for the ball, but I took it at my own stride.” Oregon improved to 3-2 overall and 1-0 in the Badger South Conference with the win. “We showed we made a lot of progress from the last games we had,” Brognano said. “It’s really rewarding with all the work we put in to get that opportunity.” O r eg o n c o a c h C h r i s Micthell likes the progress the Panthers are making with only one starter back from last year’s team that won the Division 2 state title. “We are not the favorite this year,” Mitchell said of winning the Badger South title, “but we feel like we have just as good of a shot.” The Panthers were coming off of a split in two home games. Oregon lost to Totino-Grace of Frindley, Minnesota, the Class A defending state champion, and shut out Union Grove.

Oregon 1, Edgewood 0 Brognano dribbled around two defenders and scored in the 37th minute. “I think it was in their minds that this was the only

ADAM FEINER Sports editor

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Oregon junior Pat Brognano (right) eludes Edgewood’s Danny Blachowicz (23) and Nick Stacey (23) in the 37th minute Tuesday, Sept. 10, at Reddan Soccer Park in Verona. The Panthers beat the Crusaders 1-0 in the Badger South Conference opener for both teams. team last year we didn’t score a goal against,” Mitchell said. “These were the only points we left behind in conference.” Edgewood dropped to 0-5 overall and 0-1 in the Badger South with the loss. The Panthers outshot the Crusaders 11-0, but had several golden opportunities in the first half before Brognano’s goal. Collin Bjerke’s penalty kick in the ninth minute ricocheted off the near post. In the 12th minute. Bjerke also had a direct kick that was deflected by the Crusaders, and Alex Rodriguez had a shot that Edgewood goalkeeper Grant Merckx defected just past the far post. “I think playing on turf

really caters to the guys who play up top for us,” Mitchell said. “A faster surface really suits their style of play and foot skills.” The best scoring opportunity for Edgewood came in the 86th minute, but the Panthers deflected a direct kick.

Totino-Grace (MN) 4, Oregon 2 The Panthers couldn’t hang on to a two-goal lead as the visitors scored three goals in the second half Saturday, Sept. 7, at Huntoon Field. Stevenson Lamarre netted a hat trick to lead Totino-Grace to the comeback victory. “He’s one of the best strikers we will see all year,”

Mitchell said of Lammarre. “In my mind, two of their goals were unlucky. They scored three goals on dead balls, one on a free kick and two on penalty kicks. We felt good about our effort against one of the best teams in Minnesota.” Rodriguez put the Panthers on the board with a goal in the 8th minute. Rodriguez scored his second goal on a shot that snuck inside the left post on an assist by Bjerke to give the Panthers a 2-0 lead in the 16th minute. Lamarre scored his first goal on a cross with 3 minutes to go in the first half to cut the Panthers’ lead to 2-1.

Course familiarity is a crucial component in cross country, particularly the course for the 43rd Annual Verona Invitational. Oregon freshman Dasha Vorontsov and sophomore Grace Riedl defied conventional wisdom Saturday, Sept. 7, with strong performances on the 5,000-meter course. Vorontsov finished 21st with a time of 20 minutes, 15.4 seconds. Reidl took 33rd with a time of 20:51.7. “It was a really challenging and intense race, especially going up the hills,” Vorontsov said. “I did my best, but it felt like I was going so slow.” The two underclassmen ran side-by-side during the first lap to establish a good pace before Vorontsov took off and Reidl hustled to the finish line. “It makes me feel more energized having someone run next to me,” Vorontsov said. “It gives me strength and positivity. Grace is so optimistic, and I enjoy working out with her.” “They really work together well in practice, just pushing each other to get better,” Oregon coach Doug

Debroux said of Vorontsov a n d R e i d l . “ We t a l ke d beforehand about packing, and they did that really well in the first lap. For the second loop, you just do your best.” Oregon finished ninth out of 22 teams with 246 points, second out of nine Division 2 teams. Senior Zoe Frank took 56th with a time of 21:38.7. Freshman Libby Beirne (22:16.1) and junior Clara Hughes (22:16.3) finished 68th and 69th, respectively. Senior Bryanna Salazar (82nd, 22:33) and junior Julia Hutchinson (88th, 22:47.4) also competed for the Panthers. “This is just a learning experience for our team,” Debroux said. “Our goal is to be our best in October, and the girls know that.” M a d i s o n We s t e d g e d Onalaska 64-65 for the team title due in large part to three runners in the top seven. West sophomore Genevieve Nashold remained undefeated in her high school career with the win in 17:39.5. Oregon will compete in the Luther College Invitational in Decorah, Iowa, on Saturday. The Panthers attended a running camp at Luther over the summer.

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Panthers’ rally comes up short against Vikings MARK NESBITT Assistant sports editor

The Oregon football team mounted a 22-point comeback Friday, Sept. 6, against Stoughton, but fell short in a 42-34 loss to its chief rival at Panther Field. Oregon senior Mason Grender returned a kickoff 80 yards for a touchdown, and sophomore running back Teague Szudy rumbled into the end zone from 2 yards out to get within a score with 1:14 left in the fourth quarter. However, the Panthers’ ensuing onside kick was wiped out by illegal touching, and Stoughton ran the clock out. Stoughton’s Adam Hobson scored four total touchdowns to lead the Vikings. The senior quarterback rushed for 81 yards on 15 carries and three touchdowns, and competed 13 of 21 passes for 169 yards and

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Oregon’s Teague Szudy (30) runs through Stoughton’s Jack Sanford (7) for a 2-yard touchdown in the second half Friday, Sept. 6. The Panthers lost to the Vikings 42-34. another score. Oregon coach Dan Kissling did not need to be convinced that Hobson, a standout basketball player, could have a future as a

quarterback in college. “I think Adam is the best quarterback we will see this year,” Kissling said. “I don’t know if basketball would be his sport. He threw balls

right on the money and controlled that offense.” Stoughton (2-1, 1-0 Badger South Conference) scored touchdowns on its first five drives. The Vikings opened the game with a 14-play, 67-yard drive, punctuated by senior running back Quinn Arnott’s 1-yard touchdown plunge. The Panthers answered with a 10-play, 57-yard drive, culminating in Szudy’s 2-yard touchdown run to tie the game at 7. The Vikings struck again with a nine-play, 65-yard drive, capped off when Hobson hooked up with Nathan Hutcherson on a 13-yard pass to give the Vikings a 14-7 lead with eight minutes left in the second quarter. Arnott rumbled for a 52-yard touchdown on the Vikings’ next possession.

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ABOVE: Oregon freshman Dasha Vorontsov races to the finish line Saturday, Sept. 7, in the Verona Invitational. Vorontsov finished 21st with a time of 20:15.4. BELOW: Oregon’s Clara Hughes (right) and Libby Beirne race to the finish line. Beirne (22:16.1) and Hughes (22:16.3) were 68th and 69th, respectively.

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Zelinski guts out strong performance in Verona ADAM FEINER Sports editor

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Oregon’s Yordanos Zelinski (middle) races Watertown Luther Prep’s Ben Bode (right) and Aquinas’ Mitch Ellis to the finish line Saturday, Sept. 7, in the Verona Invitational. Zelinski finished 18th with a time of 17:12.4.

Volleyball

Oregon’s losing streak reaches six MARK NESBITT Assistant sports editor

The Oregon volleyball team went 0-5 at the Monona Grove Invitational on Saturday, Sept. 7, but several matches came down to the final points. The Panthers lost in three sets at Milton on Thursday, Sept. 5. “We are shoring up a lot of our serve receive and passing,” Oregon coach Jen Grulke said. “Our defense and attack is something we have to improve on. Now it’s a matter of winning some of those rallies and out-of-system plays.”

Monona Grove Invitational Three of Oregon’s losses

were to Big Eight Conference teams, including Verona, which beat Monona Grove in the championship match. Verona (12-3) rolled to a 25-17, 25-16 win over Oregon. Ripon edged the Panthers 25-22, 25-23 and Madison East clipped Oregon 25-22, 18-25, 15-8. “We are so close and are on the cusp,” Grulke said. “I’m excited about what they are capable of doing.” Oregon also lost to Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln 25-22, 25-20 and then lost to Madison La Follette 25-22, 25-19. Oregon senior Nicole Cochems had a team-high 16 kills in two matches. She missed three matches because she was taking the ACT.

Grace Engel had 15 kills, and Sara Christenson dished out 49 assists. Libero Maddi Malcook posted a team-high 51 digs. Makyla Vondra was brought up from the junior varsity team and had a teamhigh 12 blocks. Gracen Gilbertson served six aces, and Emily Konop added five aces.

The odds weren’t exactly stacked in Yordanos Zelinski’s favor leading up to the 43rd Annual Verona Invitational on Saturday, Sept. 7. Zelinski recently returned from a trip to visit family in Ethiopia, meaning he did not have a full training load to prepare for his sophomore season at Oregon. Dealing with the common cold Saturday morning didn’t make things any easier. Zelinski persevered to finished 18th with a time of 17 minutes, 12.4 seconds on the 5,000-meter course. His time was the fourth-best out of all Division 2 runners. “You have to work your body,” Zelinski said. “You can’t just come out here and run 5,000 meters in 17 minutes. You have to be mentally and physically built to do it.” Oregon finished 12th out of 23 teams with 336 points, and fifth out of nine Division 2 teams. Junior Raul Ramos took 51st with a time of 17:57.5, and classmate Brendan Dieter was 82nd (18:31.1). Sophomore Turner Sieren (18:50.5) and freshman Quinton Bush (18:50.8) finished 92nd and 93rd, respectively to round out the Panthers’ top five. Sophomores Deaken Bush (116th, 19:39.3) and Odin

Oregon’s Raul Ramos (left) races to the finish line. Beck (133rd, 20:13.1) also competed for Oregon. “I think they were a little disappointed with the way we started the season at Watertown, so they were looking forward to another meet to prove themselves,” Oregon coach Erik Haakenson said. “We ran with some of the top groups and held on really well, especially with this being a two-lap race. That second lap can make or break a run.” Madison La Follette won the team title with 61 points, thanks in large part to senior Chris Wolfe’s individual victory in 16:20.1. The Lancers also had two other runners in the top 10, and their fourth and fifth runners took 23rd and 24th, respectively. Next up for Oregon is the Badger Challenge in Watertown on Tuesday, Sept. 17.

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Milton def. Oregon 25-16, 25-17, 25-11 The Panthers went on the road in Badger South play and were swept by the Red Hawks. Cochems posted four kills and three blocks. Malcook had a team-high 14 digs. Christenson had five assists, and Konop served two aces.

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Oregon swept Fort Atkinson 7-0 on Tuesday, Sept. 10, and edged Monroe 4-3 on Thursday, Sept. 5. The Panthers lost duals to Middleton and Lake Geneva Badger on Saturday, Sept. 7, at the Stoughton Invitational.

Gragg won both of her sets by a score of 6-1. Ellie Koopman cruised to a 6-2, 6-1 win in No. 3 singles. Joanie Sommers breezed to 6-0, 6-1 victory in No. 4 singles. Oregon’s No. 1 doubles team of Anna Donovan and Gianna Schulz won 6-3, 6-1. Emma Schaefer and Jordan Streiff won their No. 2 doubles match 6-4, 6-0. Sam Mikkelson and Ella Wirtz won 6-3, 6-0 in No. 3 doubles.

singles match 6-4, 7-6 against Badger’s Emma Fassano. Mikkelson and Wirtz lost 6-3, 5-7, 10-6 in No. 3 doubles versus Badger.

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The Panthers beat the Cheesemakers on the road. Gragg (No. 2 singles) and Sommers (No. 4 singles) won their respective matches 6-0, Oregon 7, 6-0. Koopman won her No. 3 Fort Atkinson 0 singles match 6-2, 6-2. Oregon’s No. 3 doubles Jordana Burkeland won her Stoughton Invitational team of Mikkelson and Wirtz No. 1 singles match 6-0, 6-3. Sommers lost her No. 4 won 6-4, 6-3. No. 2 singles player Lauren

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Football: Panthers claw back against Vikings Continued from page 8 The Panthers responded with a seven-play, 86-yard scoring drive. Senior running back Matt Kissling broke a tackle on his way to an 9-yard touchdown with 1:23 left before halftime, but the Oregon defense could not keep the Vikings out of the end zone before halftime. Stoughton marched 65 yards in 1 minute and 19 seconds, capped by Hobson’s 1-yard keeper. The Vikings converted two third downs to keep the drive alive. Hobson completed an 11-yard pass to Cael McGee on third-and-10 from the

Vikings’ 35-yard line, and Hobson ran 8 yards on thirdand-1 from the Panthers’ 44-yard line. Stoughton cashed in on its first drive of the second half, with Hobson scoring on a 3-yard run to give the Vikings a 35-14 lead. Oregon answered with an 11-play, 71-yard scoring drive. Sophomore running back Austin Saunders ran in from 4 yards out. Hobson responded with a 9-yard touchdown run of his own to extend Stoughton’s lead to 42-20 with 2:33 left in the third quarter. The Panthers finished with a balanced 147 rushing

yards. Matt Kissling rushed for 47 yards on six carries, while Szudy rushed for 37 yards on 12 carries. Quarterback Erik Victorson completed 7 of 17 passes for 148 yards. Donovan Johnson had three receptions for 84 yards, but left the game after hauling in a 46-yard catch in the second half. “I thought our offense did really well and kept us in the game,” Dan Kissling said. “Once we settled down, we really played well.” Dan Kissling said Johnson left the game with cramping, and senior offensive lineman Adam Yates left the game with a sprained ankle.

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The Oregon/Belleville girls swimming team had three relays finish in the top four at the Swimmin’ Women’s Relays in Stoughton on Thursday, Sept. 5. Oregon/Belleville finished seventh out of nine teams with 56 points. McFarland, last year’s Division 2 state runner-up, finished first with 164 points, edging defending state champion Madison Edgewood (152 points). Stoughton took third (112). “We weren’t at this meet to compete for top spots,” Oregon/Belleville coach Michael Keleny said. “The girls all got to swim different events than they usually do and just have fun. We accomplished that. I was happy with how everyone swam and the effort put into the events. Having relays place was just a bonus.” The Panthers’ 200-yard

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Oregon/Belleville freshman Izzy Block swims the breaststroke during the 400-yard medley relay. The Panthers were third in the relay with a time of 4 minutes, 25.65 seconds. breaststroke and butterfly relay team of juniors Mattea Thomason, Zoe Rule, sophomore Claudia Schwartz and freshman Izzy Block finished third with a time of 2 minutes, 7.59 seconds. The 200 backstroke relay team of Rule, Schwartz, Block and Victoria Helvig also took third with a time of 1:58.50. Oregon/Belleville’s 200 free freshman-sophomore

relay team of Hailey Sieren, Lily Gebauer, Noelle Marsh and Brooke White placed fourth (1:52.45). The Panthers’ 200 free junior-senior relay team of Erin Newton, Michaela Rosga, Caroline Rusch and Halle Bush took fifth (1:56.33). Newton and Rosga also teamed with Thomason and Grace Kiesau to take fifth in the 100 free relay (55.80).

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The Oregon girls golf team split a pair of Badger South Conference matches in the past week. The Panthers edged Fort Atkinson by four strokes Tuesday, Sept. 10, at Oregon’s Foxboro Golf Club. Oregon lost a conference dual meet to Milton the day before at Foxboro. Oregon finished 19th at the Middleton Invitational on Saturday, Sept. 7, at Pleasant View Golf Course in Middleton.

Panthers junior Alyssa Schmidt earned medalist honors for the second straight conference meet after shooting a 2-over-par 36. Sam McKee and Bella Lindert carded 89s for Ore- Middleton Invitational gon. Tori Disch shot a 53 Schmidt finished sixth with to round out the Panthers’ a 9-over-par 81, as Oregon counting scores. finished 19th out of 21 teams Milton 176, with a team score of 423. McKee shot a 112, and Disch Oregon 199 carded a 113. Lindert shot Schmidt shot a 3-over-par a 117 to round out the Pan39 to pace the Panthers in a thers’ counting scores.

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conference home loss to the Red Hawks. McKee carded a 50 and Miller Stang shot a 54. Disch finished with a 56 for the Panthers. Milton’s Hannah Dunk shot a 1-under-par 35 to earn medalist honors.

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A trio of players scored their first varsity goals to fuel the Panthers to a shutout Friday, Sept. 6, at Huntoon Field. Sophomore Eli Lehmann

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100 ‌years ago (1919) • The firemen were called out when a small blaze started from an overturned oil stove in the rooms occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Peter Leuffy over the opera house. Before the department arrived the fire had been extinguished. • Arthur Alling sold to J. C. Thornton & Son two purebred Holstein heifers. These will be a part of the foundation for a herd of purebred Holsteins, which the Thorntons expect to build. • Burdette Ace met with an accident while delivering for the Sweeney Grocery Store. As he was getting out of the wagon the horse jumped, throwing Burdette out on his head and shoulder, rendering him unconscious. He recovered nicely and will be around soon as usual. • Dan Clark was quite badly bruised and injured when he was thrown from his wagon when his team ran away on the road west of town. • John Feeney met with quite an accident in Madison when his auto was struck by a streetcar. The auto was quite badly wrecked but the occupants of the car were fortunately not hurt. • The foundation for the soldier’s memorial was put in. The memorial will stand almost in the center of the village square, the most conspicuous point in the village. It is expected that the granite shaft will be here in a short time. As far as is known Oregon is the first town in the state to erect a memorial in honor of the soldiers and sailors of the World War. • The Oak Hall Ladies Aid scheduled a basket social in the Oak Hall Church. The program will include talks by Arthur Lacy and Elmer Peterson about their overseas experiences during World War I. • Sgt. H. R. Madsen returned home after spending a year in France and Germany. He was cited for distinguished conduct during the Meuse-Argonne drive where he continually remained on duty often during severe shell-fire and airplane bombing. • There were a few hours delay in the mailing of the Observer caused by a breakdown of the gas engine while the papers were being printed. • Jas. Cusick, John Litel, and John Cusick bought the E. H. Lyons farm of 395 acres in the Town of Oregon. The farm was formerly known as the Ole Egner place. The sale included the livestock, farm products, machinery, etc. 50 ‌years ago (1969) • The Oregon A & W Root Beer stand (768 North Main Street) was offering a free gallon of root beer with an order of 10 regular hamburgers. • The Chamber of Commerce sponsored “Penny Days” in the downtown square. The Rotary Club reported 443 fish fry dinners. sold.The cotton candy machine was a popular stop, with nearly 2,000 treats being served. The three day event also included a chicken barbecue, ball games, a donkey baseball game and tug of war contests, in addition to many of the local businesses offering “Penny Days” sidewalk specials. • The Brooklyn Boosters beat the Oregon Chamber of Commerce members 3-1 in the Donkey Soft Ball game held during “Penny Days.”

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100 years ago last month, "Shorty" Erfurth of the Oregon Fire Department posed with some of the department's modern fireflighting equipment.

Members of the team were Paul Kohlman, Rich Mandeville, Marv Jensen, Richard “Andy” Anderson and Earl Frye. Golfers interested in joining the league next year were advised to contact Jay Winter or Pat Swinehart.

100 years ago last month, workers installed the base of the monument to the "Great War" in downtown Oregon.

• The new Jaycee donated park shelter just east of the swimming pool was dedicated. Following the dedication, there was a chicken barbecue and dance (the shelter was later dedicated in memory of James Lease). • As Oregon expands new street improvements are progressing. The streets that are set for improvement are Nygaard Street, Burr Oak Avenue, Florida Avenue, Park Street and portions of Oak Street, Kennedy Drive and Veldor Street. Other street projects scheduled to be completed are those on Monroe Street, and North Main Street from Netherwood to Richards Road. • The Oregon District School Board awarded Baird & Company the 1.6 million dollar bond purchase for building a new elementary school to at the end of Soden Drive. • Van and Shirley’s Restaurant on South Main Street advertises home cooked dinner meals. • The Home Talent Baseball Team ends its first season in

25 ‌years ago (1994) • Ginger’s Dance School celebrates its 25th Anniversary. • The Oregon Area Senior Center opens a gift shop. Dorothy Alling, Dorothy Tauchen and many others were responsible for initiating the shop. They will handle a variety of items, including embroidered pillowcase sets, baby sweaters, lace doilies, potpourri containers, etc. all donated. • The second annual trip to Washington, D. C. was taken by 46 eighth grade students plus five teacher chaperones. • The Red Dino Class of Kurious Kids Academy took a field trip to Maria’s Pizza to find out how pizza is made. Ben Johnson tasted a slice of pepperoni while Kristin Anne and Andrew Verheist and other classmates look on. • H o l l y wo o d Vi d e o ( 7 8 7 North Main Street) holds a Grand Opening. If you rent two movies on Saturday, you will receive a free two liter bottle of Pepsi. The Chamber of Commerce announces that Judy Darrow will be their new representative. • The Village Board proposes that a series of informational meetings be held about the need for a larger library and a presentation of a possible design for a new $900,000 building. • Paula Ace, a five-year member of the Oregon Headliners 4-H Club, exhibited the Grand Champion Wether at the Dane County Fair. The 122-pound lamb was purchased by Woodman’s for $10.25 a pound. • The Oregon Women’s tugof-war team qualified for the World Championship competition in Upsaala, Sweden. Members of the team included Diane Donahue, Dena Kuebli, Amy Brueschar, Helen Lucas, Shelby Richardson, Mary Jo Anderson, Mollie Christensen, Kathy Wells, Deb Swenson, Terry Meissen and Carla Patterson.

the western section of the area wide Home Talent League with a 2-4 record.Members of the local team were Gregg Judd, Denny Burns, Rick Olson, Jack Ricker, Tom Stamm, Wayne Payne, Jim Fralish, Ed Lemke, Denny Johnson, Lowell Hanson, John Vincent, Ron Stamm and Bud Johnson. Two of the Oregon players, infielder Jack Ricker and catcher, Lowell Hanson will go on to play in the Home Talent League’s AllStar Championship Game when it plays the Southern Section. • Members of the “20-25” Card Club will celebrate their 25th Anniversary with a trip to Niagara Falls. Members of the club were Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Lawry, Mr. and Mrs. Jay Bossingham, Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Freitag, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Steinhauer, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Ace, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Sholts, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Champion, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Ellis, Mr. and Mrs, Orrill Ferguson and Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Albertson. • Champions in the Oregon 10 ‌years ago (2009) Golf Tour League this year was • The Village Board took the team of Paul’s Supermarket. action to solve the Peaceful

Heart’s water problem; fixing a leaking storm sewer pipe beneath South Main Street and related problems due to the water damage. • Two hundred runners participated in the annual Oregon Fun Run. • Lyndsey Lopez will again compete in the Miss Wisconsin USA pageant. She came in 16th last year, just missing a spot in the final 15. • The Straw Hat Players presented a production of “Once Upon a Mattress.” • The Oregon Community Sports Arena celebrated its first year of operation. The 42,000 square foot facility served as home for the Oregon Hockey team, as well as serving the needs of other community organizations including the Oregon Alternative School. • The second phase of the downtown makeover is on its way. It will involve remaking the Hitching Park and improvements to Brook and Spring Streets, the Village Hall parking lot and the Waterman Triangle Park. • The Brooklyn Mighty Mites 4-H club members made fleece blankets to be given to children in the Madison area hospitals. The project was called Project Linus. Club members w e r e Pa i g e B l u m e r, N i k i ta Crubaugh, Kylee Blumer, Francesca Ruth, Taylor Martin, Kajal Russell, Josie Ruth, Flaviana Ruth, Garish Russell, Chioe Crubaugh, Robert Ruth, Lydia Russell, Anita Russell, Mariahi Martin, Gracie Joyce, Nidhi Shah, Danielle Rockwell, Claire Joyce and Rachel Rockwell. • Dan Huebsch is the new OHS girls’ golf coach. Returning letterwinners were Marisa Koch, McKenzie Parks, Linde Sundell, Morgan Pechauer, Megan Whip and Abby Busler. They were to go on to take top honors at the Wisconsin Dells Invite. • Jackie Simpson, a former two time UW All-American, has become head volleyball coach at OHS, replacing retiring coach Stan Eddy. • The boys’ soccer team had an early season win over Sauk Prairie, 3-0. Returning letterwinners for the OHS team were Taylor Johnston, Brian Jenn, Karl Brock, Mathias Thoma, Shane Whittemore, Trevor Scales, Jason Hinz, Alex Kaeppler, David Beers, Brian Jacobs, Ian Christensen, Mitch Kannal. Joshua Baker, James DeBano, Brooks McMahon and Masees Mesdjian. • Country View Veterinary Services has received AAHA Accreditation (American Animal Hospital Association). Only about 15% of all small animal veterinary practices receive the accreditation. – Compiled by Gerald Neath, Oregon Area Historical Society

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FOSD: ‘COOL’ program designed to help educators reach larger audiences with programming Continued from page 1 qualifying for free and reduced lunch. The Creating Opportunities for Oregon Learners classroom (COOL) grant provides funds for educators to create opportunities for their classroom, team or school that align with FOSD’s objectives and the district values of Whole Child Emphasis and Educational Equity. One example would be bringing in a speaker to teach about another culture or promote connections and positive behaviors in the school; another might be providing classroom materials that encourage students to connect and expand their knowledge of people and places. The first COOL grants were awarded to Janet Pliner, a social/emotional coach for grades 5-12 throughout the district, and Oregon High School associate principal Brad Ashmore. Their joint proposal was funding for signage and T-shirts to help promote the high school’s LINK crew, which is upperclassmen who volunteer to support freshmen during their first year. Wi t h t h i s y e a r ’s i n i tiatives set, the group is already busy working toward its next goal of creating an adult mentorship program, something FOSD president Christine Erickson said will require “a lot of people invested in helping.” “It’s going to be great (but) the need is very great,” she said. “One of the single

How to help People can donate to the Friends of the Oregon School District visiting friendsofosd.com or through the OSD Campus Portal online. Select the tabs “Fees,” then “My Accounts,” click on “Optional Payments” and select “DONATION: Friends of OSD.”

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From left, Friends of the Oregon School District member Krista Flanagan, Oregon School District grades 5-12 social/emotional coach Janet Pliner, Oregon High School associate principal Brad Ashmore and FOSD members Julie Swartzmiller and Karin Victorson celebrate Pliner and Ashmore being named the first recipients of FOSD’s new Creating Opportunities for Oregon Learners Classroom (COOL) grant at last month’s district meeting. biggest factors involved in student success is having an adult role model involved in their life that is invested and encouraging them and following up on their progress.”

Serving students Since 2016, through its Snacks, Food Packs and Lunch Balance programs, the Friends have delivered to schools more than 90,000 snacks and 2,300 food packs, and more than 500 gift cards for food during school breaks. Last fall, FOSD helped

raise nearly $6,300 during the “FriendsGiving” program to help feed kids during the holidays. The “ Champions Fund” grant program launched in 2017 provides educational experiences or materials when staff recognize a need or opportunity and submit an application. Last year’s grants included driver’s education classes, graduation caps and gowns, eyeglasses, personal care items, tuition and various conferences, camps and educational materials. Erickson praised the Oregon and Brooklyn

communities for their help in the past, which has come in a variety of ways, from anonymous monetary donations to help packing backpacks for students’ school breaks. Donors and partners, both local and non-local, include churches, businesses, foundations, service groups and individuals.

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last month’s annual staff meeting. “All the teachers got to see that award happening, which was fun,” Erickson said. “Our model has always been to listen to what the schools need, and so every single initiative comes out of what teachers or admin teams are telling us is needed.” FOSD co-founder Karin Victorson said their application was chosen because the funds required would “have the most impact over the longest period of time” and directly aligned with the district’s value of “developing the whole child and educational equity.” Other grants submitted but not chosen were funded through the OSD or outside sources, though. “It ended up working really well,” Erickson said. “All the applications got funded in some ways this year. It’s equity focused, where we can have a larger impact.”

The next step for FOSD, t h e “ C O O L ” g r a n t , i s Building momentum designed to help educators Group members are reach larger audiences with excited about how much their programming. has been done in four years, P l i n e r a n d A s h m o r e Erickson said, and how received the award during

they’ve been able to work with community members and “especially teachers” to grow the programs. “ We ’v e b u i l t w h a t ’s become this really special place where people can be involved and they can support and have positive encounters with the school and families,” she said. “There’s nothing other than good that comes out of this.” Erickson said she’s hearing from some recently hired district teachers and families from outside the district who send students here that the support of FOSD and the community was a reason they came here. “They feel that this is going to be a good place, and what a fabulous, loving community it is,” she said. “There are a lot of great kids and families and teachers and people who are invested and excited about the future, and this is how you do it. This is how you change the future.” Email Unified Newspaper Group reporter Scott De Laruelle at scott.delaruelle@wcinet.com.

Lucky 13th for annual Washington St. block party A few passing rain showers didn’t deter attendees from enjoying each other’s company amongst some good sounds and good food at the 13th annual Washington Street Block Party on Saturday, Aug. 3. The event celebrates the historic south side neighborhood encompassing Elm, Washington, State, Union and portions of Janesville and South Main streets. Part of Washington Street was closed off for the event, which features children’s activities and games and a visit from the Oregon Fire and EMS departments.

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“Da Crooners,” featuring Randy and Shelley Glodowski, David Briles, Dan Sutter and Al Maslowski, performed at the 13th annual Washington Street Block Party on Sat., Aug. 3.

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Using a bit less water than they’re used to at work, Oregon firefighters Bethany Hofer and Mike Venden help fill squirt toys during the block party.

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*** AGENDA SPECIAL JOINT BOARD MEETING WITH VILLAGE OF BROOKLYN AND TOWNS OF BROOKLYN, UNION, OREGON AND RUTLAND AND THE BROOKLYN FIRE AND EMS PROTECTION DISTRICT COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2019 6:00 P.M. BROOKLYN VILLAGE FIRE & EMS 401 W MAIN ST, BROOKLYN, WI 53521 (A quorum for the Village of Brooklyn and Towns of Brooklyn, Union, Oregon and Rutland and the Brooklyn Fire and EMS Protection District Commission.) 6:00 p.m. Board Meeting 1. Call to order by Town of Oregon Chair Wayne Ace. 2. Roll Call of Town of Oregon. 3. Roll Call of Village of Brooklyn. 4. Roll Call of Town of Brooklyn. 5. Roll Call of Town of Union. 6. Roll Call of Town of Rutland. 7. Roll Call of Brooklyn Fire and EMS Protection District Commission. 8. Approval of minutes. 9. Discussion and Possible Action re: unallocated funds. 10. Discussion and Possible Action re: truck purchase. 11. Discussion and Possible Approval re: 2020 Budget. 12. Discussion and Possible Action re: audit. 13. Discussion and Possible Action re: update on combine purchases. 14. Discussion and Possible Action re: contract amendment/expense. 15. Board Communications/ Future Agenda Items. 16. Adjournment of Boards. Note: Agendas are subject to amendment after publication. Check the official posting locations (Town Hall, Town of Oregon Recycling Center and Oregon Village Hall) including the Town website at www.town.oregon.wi.us. It is possible that members of and possibly a quorum of members of other governmental bodies of the town may be in attendance at any of the meetings to gather information; however, no action will be taken by any governmental body at said meeting other than the governmental body specifically referred to in the meeting notice. Requests from persons with disabilities who need assistance to participate in this meeting or hearing should be made to the Clerk’s office at 835-3200 with 48 hours notice. Posted: September 03, 2019 Published: September 12, 2019 WNAXLP *** OREGON SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET HEARING AND ANNUAL MEETING “…HELPING STUDENTS ACQUIRE THE SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ATTITUDES TO ACHIEVE THEIR INDIVIDUAL POTENTIAL…” FROM OREGON SCHOOL DISTRICT MISSION STATEMENT DATE: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2019 TIME: 6:30 PM PLACE: OSD INNOVATION CENTER, OHS, 456 NORTH PERRY PARKWAY, OREGON, WI 53575 Budget Hearing 1. Call to Order and Introductions: Steve Zach, President, Board of Education 2. Books have been audited by Johnson Block & Co., Inc 3. Financial Report – Andy Weiland, Business Manager 4. Hearing: 2019-2020 District Budget Annual Meeting 1. Call to Order and Introductions: Steve Zach, President, Board of Education 2. Election of Chairperson 3. Appointment of Parliamentarian 4. Adoption of Ground Rules 5. Reading of Minutes, September 24, 2018 – Annual Meeting 6. State of District – Brian Busler, Superintendent 7. Old Business 8. New Business a. Resolution A – Adoption of Tax Levy b. Resolution B – Adoption of School Board Salaries for 2019-2020 c. Set Date and Hour for 2020 Annual Meeting d. Petition for Board Reapportionment 9. Adjournment Notice is hereby given that a majority of the Oregon School Board is expected to be present at the Annual Meeting. Published: September 12, 2019 WNAXLP *** MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF THE OREGON SCHOOL DISTRICT HELD ON AUGUST 19, 2019 The regular meeting of the School Board of the Oregon School District was called to order by Board President Steve Zach at 6:30 PM on August 19, 2019, in the OSD Innovation Center at the Oregon High School in the Village of Oregon, Dane County, Wisconsin. Upon roll call, the following Board mem-

bers were present: Ms. Barb Feeney, Ms. Courtney Odorico, Ms. Krista Flanagan, Mr. Troy Pankratz, Ms. Ahna Bizjak, Mr. Tim LeBrun and Mr. Zach. The following Board members were absent: None. Administrators present: Dr Brian Busler, Dr. Leslie Bergstrom, Ms. Jina Jonen, Mr. Andy Weiland, Ms. Erika Mundinger, Mr. Jon Tanner, Dr. Candace Weidensee, Dr. Shannon Anderson, Mr. Jim Pliner, Ms. Kerri Modjeski, Ms. Dawn Goltz, Mr. Jason Zurawik, Mr. Chris Kluck, Ms. Kim Griffin, Ms. Cyndi Olander, Ms. Darci Jarstad Krueger, Ms. Anna Seidenstricker, Ms. Mary Hermes, and Ms. Katie Heitz. Proof in the form of a certificate by the Oregon Observer of communications and public notice given to the public and the Oregon Observer and a certificate of posting as required by Section 19.84 Wisconsin Statutes as to the holding of this meeting was presented by Mr. Zach. Ms. Bizjak moved and Mr. LeBrun seconded the motion to proceed with the meeting as posted. Motion passed by unanimous voice vote 7-0. A. CONSENT CALENDAR: Mr. LeBrun moved and Ms. Bizjak seconded the motion to approve the following items on the Consent Calendar: 1. Approval of Minutes: a. July 8, 2019 Board Meeting Minutes; b. July 8, 2019 Executive Session Minutes; c. July 15, 2019 Special Meeting Minutes; 2. Approve payments in the amount of $3,207,800.44 3. Treasurer’s Report - ending June 30, 2019 4. Staff Resignations/Retirements: a. Avery Westrich, 1.0 German/Enriched English Teacher at OMS b. Melissa Thorson, 1.0 School Psychologist at PVE c. Emily Gunn Severson, 1.0 School Counselor at OMS 5. Staffing Assignments: a. Megan Dietzel - 1.0 2nd Grade Teacher at BKE b. Amy Schleinz - 1.0 5th Grade Teacher at RCI c. Jitayna Tracy-Hermanson - 1.0 5th Grade Teacher at RCI d. Emily Splan - 1.0 Counselor at RCI e. Juliet Darken - .4 English Teacher at OMS f. Tess Luther - .5 Special Education Teacher at RCI g. Caitlin Ackley - 1.0 Spanish Teacher at PVE h. Sophi Guilfoose - 1.0 School Psychologist at PVE i. Shireen Bader - 1.0 3rd Grade Teacher at PVE j. Jolene Huberty Wochenske - .67 German Teacher at OMS k. Rebekah Krenz - .7 Spanish/ESL Coordinator at OHS/DW l. Kelly Gilligan - 1.0 4th Grade Teacher at NKE m. Heidi Fink - 1.0 Special Education Teacher at RCI n. Walter Longo - 1.0 Interim Social Studies Teacher at OHS o. Britta Baumberger - 1.0 Special Education Teacher at OHS p. Samuel Cutter - .6 Interim Choir/ Band Teacher at RCI q. Mary Hermes - change in contract from 1.0 4th Grade Teacher at NKE to 1.0 PVE Administrative Intern r. Cynthia Hedstrom - change in contract from 1.0 3rd Grade Teacher at PVE to 1.0 Full Release Mentor - DW 6. Field Trip Requests: OHS Field Trip to American Players Theater in Spring Green September 27 and September 28, 2019 7. Acceptance of Donations: ? Avid Plumbing in the amount of $250.00 for RCI Field Trip Scholarships for 10 students; ? 1901 Inc. in the amount of $5,000.00 for the OHS Scoreboard; ? Friends of the Oregon School District in the amount of $2,417.36 for the 2018-2019 Avid Program tutors 8. Safety State Grant Drill Report Acceptance - None In a roll call vote, the following Board members voted yes: Mr. LeBrun, Ms. Bizjak, Ms. Feeney, Ms. Odorico, Ms. Flanagan, Mr. Pankratz and Mr. Zach. Motion passed 7-0. B. COMMUNICATION FROM PUBLIC: None

C. INFORMATION ITEMS: 1. OEA Report - none 2. Student Representative Report none D. ACTION ITEMS: 1. 2019-20 Academic Standards: Ms. Odorico moved and Ms. Feeney seconded the motion to approve the 2019-20 Academic Standards as presented by Dr. Leslie Bergstrom. In a roll call vote, the following members voted yes: Ms. Odorico, Ms. Feeney, Ms. Flanagan, Mr. Pankratz, Ms. Bizjak, Mr. LeBrun and Mr. Zach. Motion passed 7-0. 2. 2019 Annual Meeting Agenda: Mr. Pankratz moved and Ms. Bizjak seconded the motion to approve the September 23, 2019 Annual Meeting Agenda as presented by Dr. Busler. In a roll call vote, the following members voted yes: Mr. Pankratz, Ms. Bizjak, Ms. Feeney, Ms. Odorico, Ms. Flanagan, Mr. LeBrun and Mr. Zach. Motion passed 7-0. E. INFORMATION ITEMS: 1. School Naming Process: Dr. Busler and Ms. Erika Mundinger presented a timeline and the criteria that will be used in consideration of the naming of the new elementary school that is being built in Fitchburg. 2. 2019 District Resource Days (formerly District Registration): Dr Busler provided an update to the Board on the 2019 District Resource Days. He indicated that we have moved school photos back to the individual schools for this year and we will be evaluating the new process once it is complete. 3. Opening of 2019-2020 School Year: Dr Busler shared that it was the first of four days of orientation for our new educators. He also shared that all staff will be reporting to their buildings next week Tuesday and we will hold our annual District-Wide Back-to-School Event for staff on Wednesday morning. 4. Superintendent’s Report: Dr. Busler mentioned that summer school is officially complete. We served approximately 2,100 students this summer. He also shared that the Administration took part in a workshop by Attorney Tess O’Brien that focused on the law surrounding manifestation determinations for students receiving special education services. F. CLOSING: 1. Future Agenda: Discussion was held. It was determined that the August 26th regular board meeting would be cancelled. 2. Check Out: Board members had an opportunity to give updates. Mr. Zach announced that the Board would be taking a short recess and would then be moving into closed session and would not return to open session. The Board recessed at 7:08 PM before re-convening into closed session. Ms. Odorico moved and Mr. LeBrun seconded the motion to move into closed executive session as posted and announced by Mr. Zach. In a roll call vote, the following Board members voted yes: Ms. Odorico, Mr. LeBrun, Ms. Feeney, Ms. Flanagan, Mr. Pankratz, Ms. Bizjak and Mr. Zach. Motion passed 7-0. The Board was in closed session at 7:16 PM. G. CLOSED SESSION: 1. Discussion regarding the negotiation of potential land sale 19.85(1)(e): Discussion held. 3. Discussion regarding the agreement with the Village of Oregon about the School Resource Officer 19.85(1)(e): Discussion held. Mr. Pankratz left the meeting at 8:50 PM. 2. Discussion about Negotiating the 2019-20 Collective Bargaining Agreement with the OEA 19.85(1)(e): Discussion held. H. ADJOURNMENT: Ms. Odorico moved and Ms. Bizjak seconded the motion to adjourn the meeting. Motion passed 6-0 by unanimous voice vote. Meeting adjourned at 9:10 PM. Krista Flanagan, Clerk Oregon School District Published: September 12, 2019 WNAXLP *** MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF THE OREGON SCHOOL DISTRICT HELD ON AUGUST 26, 2019 The special meeting of the School

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spoke regarding the School Resource Officer Agreement: Mr. Nathan Johnson - spokesperson for the Oregon Education Association Ms. Marilyn McDole of 873 Pleasant Oak Drive, Oregon Ms. Andrea Below of 127 Johnson Street, Oregon Ms. Ildi Martanffy of 562 Concord Drive, Oregon Ms. Lara Day of 151 Robinson Road, Oregon Ms. Molly Dillman of 220 Bethel Court, Oregon Mr. Rick Way of N8721 Benson Road, Brooklyn Ms. Dana Kobernusz of 4762 Eisenhower Street, Oregon Ms. Gadise Kobernusz of 4762 Eisenhower Street, Oregon Ms. Mindy Willard of 163 Hickory Court, Oregon Ms. Kris Modaff of 820 N Perry Parkway, Oregon Mr. Cory Horton of 890 Longwood Drive, Oregon Ms. Megdalen Edwards of 873 Peregrine Circle, Oregon B. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS: 1. School Resource Officer Agreement 2019-20: Discussion was held. Board members voiced their opposition to the storage of an AR-15 in a vault in the Oregon High School Office. Mr. Zach then

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General Fund Referendum Debt Service Fund Non-Referendum Debt Service Fund Capital Expansion Fund Community Service Fund TOTAL SCHOOL LEVY PERCENTAGE INCREASE -TOTAL LEVY FROM PRIOR YEAR Published: September 12, 2019 WNAXLP

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Budget 2019-20

11,825,658.12 12,855,603.46

12,855,603.46 12,722,048.68

12,722,048.68 11,280,519.68

3,738.00 21,973,445.28 2,300,446.40 0.00 21,785,965.39 392,470.67 858,958.24 47,315,023.98

2,982.18 21,693,095.11 2,376,588.00 0.00 23,658,682.80 245,000.84 132,045.83 48,108,394.76

0.00 23,145,498.11 2,600,627.00 0.00 24,374,217.00 222,052.00 144,069.89 50,486,464.00

22,084,283.45 17,960,444.72 6,240,350.47 46,285,078.64

23,147,130.97 18,356,686.62 6,738,131.95 48,241,949.54

25,378,326.07 19,629,546.93 6,920,120.00 51,927,993.00

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996,713.94 648,891.18 8,253,332.33 8,601,155.09 Audited 2017-18

925,979.59 908,595.20 4,880,610.61 4,897,995.00 Audited 2017-18

6,310,259.35 683,475.21 156,629.05 5,783,413.19 Audited 2017-18

224,123.44 205,203.62 1,509,891.63 1,528,811.45

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648,891.18 634,539.13 8,562,525.89 8,576,877.94 Audited 2018-19

908,595.20 2,805,934.10 6,625,573.90 4,728,235.00 Audited 2018-19

683,475.21 38,343,359.42 45,255,172.53 7,595,288.32 Audited 2018-19

205,203.62 261,069.12 1,601,204.24 1,545,338.74

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634,539.13 634,539.13 9,167,064.00 9,167,064.00 Budget 2019-20

2,805,934.10 162,559.10 6,618,053.76 9,261,428.76 Budget 2019-20

38,343,359.42 3,702,622.80 394,703.38 35,035,440.00 Budget 2019-20

261,069.12 316,069.12 1,625,000.00 1,570,000.00

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0.00 0.00 238,934.75 238,934.75

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shared that the Board would like Dr. Busler and Ms. Jonen, along with Ms. Flanagan and Mr. LeBrun, to meet with Village of Oregon officials as soon as possible to discuss the SRO agreement with a report of progress coming to the Board by the end of September. Mr. Pankratz was excused at 7:52 PM due to a conflict of interest with Action Item #2. Mr. Pankratz’s wife is an educator in the Oregon School District. 2. Ratification of 2019-20 OEA Collective Bargaining Agreement: Ms. Flanagan moved and Mr. LeBrun seconded the motion to approve the 2019-20 OEA Collective Bargaining Agreement as presented by Ms. Jonen. In a roll call vote, the following members voted yes: Ms. Flanagan, Mr. LeBrun, Ms. Feeney, Ms. Odorico, Ms. Bizjak and Mr. Zach. Motion passed 6-0. C. ADJOURNMENT: Ms. Bizjak moved and Mr. LeBrun seconded the motion to adjourn the meeting. Motion passed 6-0 by unanimous voice vote. Meeting adjourned at 8:02 PM. Krista Flanagan, Clerk Oregon School District Published: September 12, 2019 WNAXLP

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Board of the Oregon School District was called to order by Board President Steve Zach at 6:30 PM on August 26, 2019, in the OSD Innovation Center at the Oregon High School in the Village of Oregon, Dane County, Wisconsin. Upon roll call, the following Board members were present: Ms. Barb Feeney, Ms. Courtney Odorico, Ms. Krista Flanagan, Mr. Troy Pankratz, Ms. Ahna Bizjak, Mr. Tim LeBrun and Mr. Zach. The following Board members were absent: None. Administrators present: Dr Brian Busler, Mr. Andy Weiland, Dr. Candace Weidensee, Mr. Jon Tanner, Ms. Jina Jonen, Dr. Shannon Anderson, Dr. Leslie Bergstrom, Mr. Jason Zurawik, Ms. Kerri Modjeski, Mr. Mike Carr, Mr. Jim Pliner, Ms. Kim Griffin, Ms. Erika Mundinger, Mr. Brad Ashmore, Ms. Anna Seidenstricker and Ms. Katie Heitz. Proof in the form of a certificate by the Oregon Observer of communications and public notice given to the public and the Oregon Observer and a certificate of posting as required by Section 19.84 Wisconsin Statutes as to the holding of this meeting was presented by Mr. Zach. Ms. Flanagan moved and Mr. Pankratz seconded the motion to proceed with the meeting as posted. Motion passed by unanimous voice vote 7-0. A. COMMUNICATION FROM THE PUBLIC: The following members of the public

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20,819,243.00 4,338,793.00 525,285.00 0.00 483,931.00 26,167,252.00

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Work: Students work average of 12-15 hours per week at area businesses before or after school Continued from page 1 given freely. It must be earned through an application and screening interview. To participate, juniors and seniors must maintain passing grades and have no unexcused absences and must be taking a related class. Once part of the program, students typically attend classes for part of the school day, spending the remainder at their worksites getting on-the-job training. Students receive a full credit per semester in the program – double that of a normal OHS course, said school-to-work coordinator Greg Granberg. “They’re averaging 12-15 hours a week of work, so they get that credit to make sure they are not penalized by doing this, because we know their learning situation is so amazing, and really sets them up for a brighter future,” he told the Observer last week. Granberg said the program will probably exceed 100 students by the end of the year, continuing a trend of higher student participation since he started as coordinator in 2012. He said the program continues to grow because of student interest and job opportunities. “The cool part is it’s growing naturally so far; a lot of word of mouth,” he said. “Students are hearing from other students, parents hearing about it from other parents and employees are hearing, ‘Hey you should try this, it works really well.”

Many advantages During the 2018-19 school year, the average student in the school to work program worked 625 hours, and the group collectively earned more than $300,000. “I’m probably getting two or three phone calls a week from local employers looking to hire high school students,” he said. “As employers are seeing such a benefit from the school-to-work program, they request more students.” Granberg said the program has around 40 businesses it’s working with this year and “well over 100” that have hired students in the past few years. He said most of the jobs are within 10 minutes of OHS, but some branch out as far as Madison, Mount Horeb and Sun Prairie. While the program’s positives for high school students seem obvious, Granberg said he’s seen success from the perspective of all involved, even parents. “Students love they’re getting to apply what they’re learning and doing it in an authentic setting with professional mentorship,” he

said. “The parents love that their student is becoming more independent and using time management skills and is really transitioning into that next stage of life. And employers are also seeing a benefit on their team morale, and their currently employees get to share their passion for the profession.” For students, Granberg said the chance to work in a professional setting while still in high school is a priceless experience. He said it gives them a “huge advantage either way,” whether they decide to follow that career path or learn that they shouldn’t. “Even if it’s not the career field they want to go into, they’re so much farther along because they have all those employability skills and the ability to communicate with people in other generations and other backgrounds,” he said. “But for those students that realize, ‘This is what I love,’ and want to go on, they are so far ahead.

Finding the path Brakob, who became interested in genetics during her freshman biology class, started working at UW-Madison BioTech lab this week after she was accepted in July into the Dane County Youth Apprenticeship Program biotechnology program. “I figured I could do something I enjoy and get paid for it and use this as an opportunity to see if I want to pursue a career that involves biotech,” Brakob said. “I found a lab that specializes in genetics within carrots … that’s the area of biotechnology that I most enjoyed.” Phil Simon, professor in the UW-Madison horticulture department, works with Brakob at the UW Bio Lab, where they are studying the genetic properties of carrots and how to make them more palatable. Simon is the lead researcher for the National Carrot Improvement Program – studying how to produce better carrots for both growers and consumers. To help get some field results, he works with Madison restaurants to get feedback on new strains of carrots. Monday, Brakob was busy preparing sets of red and purple carrots to be delivered. Later, she extracted sugars from various carrots to determine sweetness. “Most consumers say they wish (carrots) could be a lot sweeter, so we do a lot of work on that,” Simon told the Observer. This semester, Brakob finishes school at 10:30 a.m. and then heads to the lab for a noon to 4 p.m. shift (depending on soccer practice). She’ll need to work 450 hours to complete the apprenticeship, all the time working “shoulder to shoulder” with a group of

Do you know? Beyond jobs Hiring an Oregon High School student is just one way to get involved with the Oregon School District school to work program. Through local businesses, students have a variety of options in the school to work program. Those include job shadowing, “Lunch and Learn” sessions and

undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students. “It gives her a good chance to see what’s going on, and she gets an idea of how she may want to fashion her studies as she goes along and tries to achieve her career goals,” Simon said. As for working in a hightech genetics lab, Brakob admitted that while “it’s a little scary” to be surrounded by expensive, fragile equipment, she’s glad she applied. “How many other high school students can say that they have worked with such expensive or hightech equipment?” she said. “School-to-career is a lot of work both with school and outside of it, but it provides you with work experience that will help prepare you for future jobs.”

Altering the path Sometimes, finding out what you don’t like can as helpful as finding out what you do. That’s the case for 2019 OHS graduate Lauryn Rieder, who worked for Oregon Daycare Inc. for several years. She figured out after going through the school to work program that while she loved working with kids, maybe the tiny tots weren’t Photos submitted for her. She worked every week- OHS student Michelle Garcia interns at the Oregon Area Fire/EMS department during the past day from 7:30-10 a.m., then school year. attended classes at OHS. She told the Observer that was “weird at first,” but she soon settled into a routine. “It was getting up, going to work and then going to school, then after-school stuff if I had practice, then I would go home and do homework,” she said. “It felt more like how it was going to be when I graduated.” Rieder credited Granberg and ODI staff for being flexible with her schedule and providing “really good experiences.” She said it guided her decision to attend the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee this fall to study special education. “I gotta do what I love, which is to be with and work with kids, but I thought maybe I wanted to be an elementary school teacher,” she said. “Working with (toddlers) was very beneficial, because it’s kind of opened my eyes to maybe I don’t want to do this the rest of my life, maybe I want to work with older kids.” Reider said she definitely recommends juniors and seniors find out more about the program, regardless of their future plans. “If you do go to college or if you work, it gives you a better idea of what you want,” she said. Email Unified Newspaper Group reporter Scott De Laruelle at scott. Brock Smalley works at McGann Construction and Mellum Construction this past school delaruelle@wcinet.com. year as part of the district’s school-to-work program.

the senior seminar and capstone discussion. “We’re always looking for more businesses to get involved,” said coordinator Greg Granberg. “Job shadows are great, a two-to-four hour experience where students can go meet those professionals and have those contacts and learn in a short period of time about

getting a job in that field.” OHS hosts at least two Lunch and Learn sessions each month, in which local professionals speak with students during their lunch hour. “It’s just to share what their profession is, what they do, and why they love it,” Granberg said. “Those things are so important

for our students to hear and expand their knowledge of different career topics.” The senior capstone discussion culminates the semester-long senior seminar course, where a student discusses their experiences and goals with one school staff and one community member. “There’s not the pressure of an

interview, but the experience of sitting across the table from two adults and having a conversation,” Granberg said. “I’m seeing them more confident, a better ability to speak in front of groups, and really have that path forward set, to know why they’re doing what they’re doing and where they’re going with it.”

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WE BUY Junk Cars and Trucks. We sell used parts. Monday thru Friday 8am-5:30pm. Newville Auto Salvage 279 Hwy 59 Edgerton 608-884-3114

Garage Sales

Rentals

STOUGHTON. 1006 E. Academy Street. Fri., Sept. 13, 8a-5p. Sat., Sept. 14, 8a-3p. Militaria, vintage Stoughton advertising items, vintage toys, beer can collection, computer cabinet, air compressor pump, household, misc.

BROOKLYN. 4-bedroom, 2,100sq.ft. home, 1.5-bath, all appliances furnished, 2-stall garage. Rural setting. $1,250-month plus utilities. 608-3385408.

Miscellaneous

STOUGHTON. 613 Johnson Street. Fri., Sept. 13, 8a-4p and Sat., Sept. 14, 8a-noon. Eastlake dressers, caned chairs, side tables, copper tub, crocks. Baskets, crates, framed prints, fun vintage decor, games, patio set. Wedding lanterns, easel, votives, garlands, signs. Panini grill, pressure cooker, food processor. OREGON. 4724 Holm Road. Sept. 13-14, 9a-5p. Tools, albums, CDs, yard machines, knives, misc.

Services HOUSECLEANING SERVICES. Natural and effective cleaning solutions. Meticulous, reputable and reliable. www.detailedhousecleaningservice.com. Call Detailed Cleaning 608-361-8999

MCFARLAND. 5438 Bremer Rd. Sept. 12-13 10am-6pm and Sept. 14 9am-Noon. Cottage Estate Sale: vintage wicker furniture, hospital beds and porch swing, dishes and cookware, toys, tools and other furniture. Cash and carry.

A&B ENTERPRISES Light Construction Remodeling No job too small 608-835-7791 SNOW PLOWING Residential & Commercial Fully Insured. 608-873-7038 or 608-669-0025

Pets GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS. AKC, OFA, excellent temperament, import stock. Guaranteed. 715-537-5413 www.jerland.com FARM DOGS for sale, 20 Border Collie Heeler puppies, cute markings, working parents, $100 each. No Sunday sales. 9547 Cty U, Shullsburg, WI 53586.

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MINERAL POINT, WI Red Wing auction. 900 Fair St. Schimming Building, Saturday, September 14, 9 am. Zinc glaze transition salt glaze beater jars with advertising (includes ND SD) and more, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 8 gal. Churns, 2, 3, 4 ,5, 6, 10, 12, 15, 20, 25 & 30 gal. crocks, dinnerware, many jugs of various sizes, leaf, butterfly, tornado, bee stings, 6 inch wings.www.auctionspecialistsmp.com. STOUGHTON. Huge Moving Sale. 701 Pleasant View Drive. Thursday, Sept. 12, 1p-5p. Friday, Sept. 13, 8a-5p. Saturday, Sept. 14, 9a-?. ALL ADS SUBMITTED SUBJECT TO APPROVAL BY PUBLISHER OF THIS PAPER.

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GREENWOOD APARTMENTS. Apartments for Seniors 55+,currently has 1 & 2 bedroom units available starting at $810 per month,includes heat, water, and sewer. 608-835-6717 Located at:139 Wolf St., Oregon, WI 53575 STOUGHTON 2-BEDROOM, 2-bath. Available now and for Fall. In-unit laundry, garage, patio or balcony, dishwasher, Fox Prairie Elementary. Upper/Lower from $1,050/mo., townhouse from $1,325-$1,375/mo. Call 608-807-0287 or visit kingandmain. stevebrownapts.com. STOUGHTON. 3-bedroom home, 515 E. Jefferson. $950-month plus utilities. 608-338-5408. ROSEWOOD APARTMENTS for Seniors 55+. 1 & 2 bedroom units available starting at $810 per month. Includes heat, water and sewer. Professionally managed. Located at 300 Silverado Drive, Stoughton, WI 53589. 608-877-9388

Storage Spaces For Rent ALL SEASONS SELF STORAGE 10x10 10x15 10x20 10x25 10x30 Security Lights-24/7 access OREGON/BROOKLYN CALL 608-444-2900

OREGON. 36'x40' Insulated Storage Building. Concrete floor. 5 overhead garage doors and furnace. Location is north of Oregon. Daytime 608-8355398. Evenings 608-235-8228. $800 per month. Great deal! UNION ROAD STORAGE 10x10 - 10x15 - 10x20 - 12x30| 24-7 Access Security Lights & Cameras Credit Cards Accepted 608-835-0082 1128 Union Road, Oregon, WI Located on the corner of Union Road and Lincoln Road

NORTH PARK STORAGE 10x10 through 10x40, plus 14x40 with 14' door for RV & Boats. Come & go as you please. 608-873-5088

The Wisconsin State Journal is looking for a carriers in the following areas. Must be available early A.M.s, 7 days a week and have a dependable vehicle.

Evansville:

Route: EVN101, Approx $450/Mo Route: EVN102, Approx $600/Mo

Cambridge:

Route CAM103, Approx $500/Mo

For more information, call or email Kevin at 608-225-3693 or KHenry@madison.com

Join the leading team in residential, commercial and municipal drain cleaning with more than 70 years of Quality Service!

Office Space For Rent OFFICE SPACES FOR RENT In Oregon facing 15th hole on golf course Free Wi-Fi, Parking and Security System Conference rooms available Kitchenette-Breakroom Autumn Woods Prof. Centre Marty 608-835-3628 BROOKLYN: 4-UNIT OR DUPLEX LOTS For Sale. 2 Lots Available. $80,000 each. Great Opportunity. Oregon School District. Excellent rental location. Broker Interest. Call Eric at 608-444-2900.

Family owned since 1948.

SERVICE TECHNICIAN & CDL DRIVERS WANTED!

• Paid training & competitive wages • Excellent health & dental plans • 401K • Paid vacation • Paid holidays

OFFICE HELP WANTED

Duties include answering phones, data entry, invoicing and general office duties.

Please call or apply in person at: Roto Rooter 4808 Ivywood Trail, McFarland, WI 608-256-5189

Real Estate NEW FACTORY Built Homes, 3 BR, 2 BA put on your foundation. $59,980 HORKHEIMER HOMES Hazelton, IA. 800-632-5985.

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LAKEVIEW HOMESITE. Driftless area, 20 minutes Madison-Spring Green. Approx. 3 acres. See website (forsalebyowner.com, Listing No. 24196959). 608-795-4365.

Livestock IMPROVE YOUR flock with BFL Rams-fast growing, good on grass; also big BFL Ewe Lambs, twins and triplets. Rainbow Fleece Farm. 608527-5311.

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DEER POINT STORAGE Convenient location behind Stoughton Lumber. Clean-Dry Units 24-HOUR LIGHTED ACCESS 5x10 thru 12x25 608-335-3337 FRENCHTOWN SELF-STORAGE Only 6 miles South of Verona on Hwy PB. Variety of sizes available now. 10x10=$65-month 10x15=$75-month 10x20=$85-month 10x25=$95-month 12x30=$120-month Call 608-424-6530 or 1-888-878-4244

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Antiques LOST DOG. HAVE YOU SEEN KATIE? MISSING SINCE EARLY AUGUST. PLEASE DO NOT CHASE HER. TEXT US A PICTURE TO: 608-469-5439 OR 608-469-5440. FOR MORE INFO VISIT OUR FB PAGE: BRING KATIE HOME.

VERONA. 2053 HWY PB. Sept. 13-14 8am-5pm. Canoe, antiques, utility trailer, furniture, hunting, fishing, deer stands, misc. household.

RASCHEIN PROPERTY STORAGE 6x10 thru 10x25 Market Street/Burr Oak Street in Oregon Call 608-520-0240

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AKC CHAMPION Yellow-Blond Labradors. Taking reservations now. Ready Sept. 25. Text 608-576-7576.

OREGON. 1162 S. Perry Pkwy. Huge Garage Sale. Thurs.-Sat. 9-19-21 8am-4pm and Sun. 9-22 8am-Noon. Downsized. Antique items, antique stove, household items, fish tank-supplies, misc.

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RENT SKIDLOADERS MINIEXCAVATORS TELE-HANDLER and these attachments. Concrete breaker, posthole auger, landscape rake, concrete bucket, pallet forks, trencher, rock hound, broom, teleboom, stump grinder. By the day, week, or month. Carter & Gruenewald Co. 4417 Hwy 92, Brooklyn, WI 608-455-2411

FOUR WINDS MANOR, INC. is currently seeking a Full-Time Housekeeper. We are a 44-bed skilled facility. We offer a great benefit package along with a friendly and flexible work environment.

Please contact Brent Marshall @ 608-845-6465 or bmarshall@fourwindsmanor.com 303 S. Jefferson St., Verona WI 53593 www.fourwindsmanor.com

WANTED: GOOD used all hydraulic mixer mill. 608-794-2603. CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE IS Noon Friday for The Great Dane and Noon Monday for the Oregon Observer unless changed because of holiday work schedules. Call now to place your ad, 873-6671 or 835-6677.

OREGON SELF-STORAGE 10x10 through 10x25 month to month lease Call Tim at 608-576-3968. THEY SAY people don’t read those little ads, but YOU read this one, didn’t you? Call now to place your ad, 873-6671 or 835-6677.

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GOLDEN RETRIEVER puppies, AKC, shots, de-wormed, dew claws removed, micro-chipped and vet checked. 608-574-6204. License #267233.

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T HINK LOCAL F IRST ! WE’RE MOVING! October 1st

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Visit our Meat Department for Custom Ground Meats and Hand Cut Steaks!’

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