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Enrollment dip continues Frustrations about working with city to attract young families SCOTT DE LARUELLE Unified Newspaper Group
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Birgitta Svensson and Areli Salgado Flores sprint their first lap during Fox Prairie Elementary School’s Fox Trot Friday, Oct. 4.
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Silverwood County Park aims for agroforestry, pollinator education Park gets grant for interpretive signage SAMANTHA CHRISTIAN Unified Newspaper Group
On a sunny September afternoon, Edgerton resident Jamie Wright brought her Morab horse, Max, to the Silverwood County Park, on a trail they’ve ridden several times. “A lot of people don’t trail ride show horses, but we want them to experience the world,” Wright said while she and Stoughton resident Nyssa Sheridan prepped their horses
for the ride. Trails loop through the agricultural fields, woodland and pollinator prairie of the nearly 300-acre park bordering Rice Lake in the Town of Albion. The property had been in the Silverwood family since 1870, and Edgerton High School teacher Irene Silverwood donated it to Dane County in 2001 to be used for park, recreation, conservation, research, education and agricultural purposes. The Friends of Silverwood Park, which formed in 2013 and became a nonprofit in 2015, is seeking funding opportunities to support the development and maintenance of the park.
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One of those, for trail signage, is coming from a grant this year. In the parking lot by historic farm buildings, Wright and Sheridan drove their trucks and trailers up a long gravel driveway. On one side is a corn field, and the other features rows of skinny white tubes, some with green leaves sticking over the top. Painted stakes at the end of each row indicate the starter trees and plants growing within, such as wild plum, white oak hybrid poplar and black currant. This 18-acre agroforestry field is one of two in the park that will
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Some positive news was that the number of students open enrolling out of the district has leveled off. While only 68 students open enrolled into SASD schools this year, compared to 82 last year, the district only lost one more student to open enrollment (208) than last year, leaving the district with an open enrollment net loss of 140. count, which showed 65 fewer students in the district for the 2019-20 school year than the year before. And while the number is less than the 94-student
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Becoming historic Landmarks Commission looking to take oversight of downtown building protections MACKENZIE KRUMME Unified Newspaper Group
A proposal to label Stoughton’s entire downtown as a historic district would give the Landmarks Commission review authority of the look and style of the buildings from Fifth Street to the Yahara River. The locally designated historic district is a mechanism to preserve the character of historic buildings. It means an extra layer of protection for downtown buildings, switching authorization for exterior changes away from the Planning Commission.
Landmarks Commission chair Peggy Veregin alluded to the controversial razing of the Kittleson building last year to explain her interest in the change. “There is nothing to prevent demolitions of our historic Main Street, and considering the fact that we continue to have demolition on Main Street – this problem is real,” she told the Hub in an email. If property owners want to change the color of their facade, replace windows, add signage or complete structural additions, they would have to go through an approval process, landmarks commission member and City of Stoughton zoning administrator Michael Stacey told the Hub. The designation would not affect the interior of the building, nor will it require
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Students from Fox Prairie Elementary School ran laps to raise funds for their school on Friday, Oct. 4. Email reporter Mackenzie Krumme at mackenzie.krumme@wcinet.com with any questions.
It’s not getting any worse, but it’s also not getting any better. As the Stoughton Area School District’s student population continues to decline, school board members are becoming increasingly concerned about the effects on district programs and facilities. And some are growing frustrated about a seeming lack of action from city officials to help attract and keep young families, the lifeblood of a school district. Monday night, administrators and board members discussed the annual “Third Friday” official student
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Silverwood: Friends group hopes to expand to include active educational experiences, too Continued from page 1
A newly planted 18-acre agroforestry field at Silverwood County Park features rows of starter trees, such as white oak hybrid poplar.
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Jamie Wright, of Edgerton, and her Morab horse Max, left, and Nyssa Sheridan, of Stoughton, and her Arabian horse, Chili, right, go for a trail ride past the farm fields and pollinator prairie at Silverwood County Park. The Friends of Silverwood Park received a Friends of Dane County Parks Endowment grant that will enable them to install interpretive signage for its agroforestry and pollinator educational practices.
At nearly 300 acres, Silverwood County Park is located on what was once the Silverwood family homestead and farm in the Town of Albion.
Several of the gardens at Silverwood County Park in the Town of Albion are organic.
“We want to make sure we can educate anyone who comes to our park and have a positive impact on them and our environment, especially as it pertains to agriculture” Kyle Richmond, president of the Friends of Silverwood Park growers and farmers. Richmond said some of those educational topics may include agroforestry, organic farming, pollinators, soil building and “eventually the mix between conservation lands and agricultural lands and why the restoration of oak savanna is important to the whole picture too.” Katie Whitten, vice president of the Friends of Silverwood Park, said the Friends group rents some of the parkland from the county and then subleases
it to local growers who are required to spend a certain number of hours educating the public, such as teaching summer school kids how to make strawberry rhubarb jam. Roe Parker, president of
the Anderson Park Friends, Inc., said he would like their group to learn organic growing techniques from Silverwood County Park, which has 15 acres that are certified organic and even more transitioning next year. In addition to human visitors, the Friends group also wants to attract more pollinators. The park has already installed a 2-acre pollinator prairie and an organic flower garden full of colorful zinnias, which seemed this summer to be doing the trick for attracting
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butterflies and bees. Another potential project on the h o r i z o n a t S i l ve r wo o d would feature an apple orchard with pollinator strips rather than just grass or weeds between the rows of trees. Richmond said Silverwood County Park has “big ideas but not as much volunteer energy and resources as we want right now,” so the grant for interpretive signage is “helpful in getting the ball rolling” for an even larger educational vision noted in Silverwood’s master plan: a learning center. “Part of what we want to do is connect the dots for people at Silverwood and tell them these are the connections between daily behaviors, wildlife, what you eat and the activity on the land, and here are some things you can do to make all of these elements healthier,” Richmond said. “We’re trying to get them to understand the relationships out on the land and how everything is so interdependent.”
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demonstrate “polyculture” farming, where typical crops like beans or grains are interspersed with fruit and nut trees planted in May. At the north end of the park, an 8-acre project planned to be installed next spring would show how riparian buffers trap runoff water. These techniques not only conserve and build soil to help keep lakes clean but can also provide growers with potential multiple-source farm income. Without many signs on the property, the Friends of Silverwood Park realize many visitors are unaware of what is being planted or planned for in the park. That’s why the nonprofit is applying for grants and fundraising to support its conservation activities and outreach efforts. Last month, the Foundation for Dane County Parks notified the Friends of Silverwood County Park the nonprofit received a $2,000 Friends of Dane County Parks Endowment grant. The grant will go toward the fabrication of interpretive signage at the park to educate visitors about regenerative agriculture and the importance of pollinators when they stop by for a hike, watch a cross country meet or go for a horseback ride. “We want to make sure we can educate anyone who comes to our park and have a positive impact on them and our environment, especially as it pertains to agriculture,” Kyle Richmond, president of the Friends of Silverwood Park, told the Hub. The design and development of the sign project will cost around $8,000, and Richmond hopes the signs will be installed after the ground thaws in spring. The Friends group partners with the Savanna Institute on some interactive programs and workshops, but this grant would initially be intended for passive education. “We’re really excited (about this seed grant), and we’re going to lean on the Savanna Institute to help us develop the design and information on the agroforestry pieces, and go back to Dane County and other sources to develop the pollination pieces,” Richmond said. The Friends group thinks about different ways to engage its three target audiences: K-12 students, the general public and its
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2020 budget addresses county growth
Several programs in the proposed Dane County budget that County Executive Joe Parisi unveiled Oct. 1 could affect Stoughton area residents. Those include human services programming, road projects and continued work to remove sediments from the Yahara chain of lakes to reduce area flooding. Parisi’s 2020 county budget proposal, headed to the Dane County Personnel and Finance committee for a round of public meetings next month, totals nearly $592 million, with a capital budget of more than $61.8 million. It would increase the operating portion of the county levy by 3.9% and increase of around $21.85 on the average home, valued at $300,967 this year, according to a county news release. The County Board is set to vote on the 2020 budget at its Monday, Nov. 11 meeting. Parisi said the budget “makes significant investments in compassionate services for our more vulnerable residents, infrastructure improvements to maintain public safety as our community continues to grow, and efforts to preserve our unique outdoor spaces.” Human services initiatives totaling $231.1 million compose the most significant portion of the budget. Included in his proposal is an expansion of the county’s Joining Forces for Families program, which he wrote would double staff time in Stoughton starting next year to four days per week. The proposal also includes a $500,000 grant program for community centers to launch new mental and behavioral health work for kids and families and more than $600,000 in new funds for those centers to help address young peoples’ mental health needs. District 36 representative Melissa Radclifffe, who represents the Town of Pleasant Springs, said the budget proposes $200,000 to fund two full time mental health professionals as a pilot project to assist non-Medicare eligible adult seniors. The staff would work with Senior Focal Point case managers, including at McFarland Senior Outreach for the Town of Pleasant Springs residents, to help keep seniors who experience chronic mental illness living independently. The budget allots $1.15 million next year to reconstruct McCarthy Bridge
Just The Facts The Dane County Personnel and Finance committee will meet for a vote the week of Nov. 4, with budget adoption by the board expected Nov. 11. For specific times and locations of meetings, visit dane.legistar.com/ Calendar.aspx. Photo by Jim Ferolie
On the Web For information on Dane County Executive Joe Parisi’s 2020 budget proposal, visit
Exec.countyofdane.com in the Town of Dunkirk, $460,000 to resurface County Hwy. BN from Koshkonong Road to Highway 12 and $435,000 to resurface BN from County Hwy. B to Koshkonong Road. More than $33.6 million is slated for “clean lakes, parks for people to play, and trails,” according to the news release, including doubling funding for the “Continuous Cover” program piloted last year to reduce run-off and preserve rural character, due to “overwhelming” interest, according to the news release. Last year, the county awarded grants to convert nearly 550 acres that had been in annual row crops into continuous, perennial cover. Parisi is also including $350,000 to purchase electric vehicle charging stations at 16 county sites, including Viking County Park. For the county’s “Suck the Muck” project, $5 million is allotted to add new four positions dedicated to this Yahara chain of lakes sediment removal work in the Land and Water Resources Department. and purchase equipment for the county to do its own hydraulic dredging. “This ensures for years to come, Dane County has the equipment and staff expertise in house to manage new work demands created by the new realities that pose unique challenges to a quickly growing area with diverse water resources,” Parisi said in the news release. The budget also includes $3.5 million for renovation work to establish a new southeast precinct in Stoughton and around $700,000 for the acquisition of 13 new SUVs for patrol deputies. Email Unified Newspaper Group reporter Scott De Laruelle at scott.delaruelle@wcinet.com.
The Mandt Park riverfront is being planned to include a possible whitewater park and a pedestrian bridge across the Yahara River.
Whitewater park plan meeting is Oct. 15 City, MSA to present information; gather public feedback JUSTIN LOEWEN Hub correspondent
A project looking to bring the Norwegian spirit of “friluftsliv” to the banks of the Yahara River will be on public display next week. T h e c i t y ’s Pa r k s a n d Recreation department and consulting engineering firm MSA Professional Services are collaborating on a master plan to revamp the Mandt Park riverfront. They will present those efforts at a public meeting in the Stoughton Fire Department training room, 401 E. Main St., on Tuesday, Oct. 15. Running from 6:307:30 p.m., the meeting will consist of a presentation followed by a feedback session, where attendees will have the chance to provide
If You Go What: Mandt Park master plan public meeting When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15 Where: Stoughton Fire Department training room, 501 E. Main St. Info: Call Dan Glynn at 873-6746 or email dglynn@ci.stoughton.wi.us input and ask questions about concepts from the presentation. The project, which looks to add a whitewater park, trail extensions and a riverwalk along the Yahara River, received partial inspiration from “friluftsliv,” a Norwegian way of life that emphasizes experiencing the outdoors. The concept was central to the Parks and Recreation department’s initial pitch for a whitewater park to the Common Council in January 2017.
A July 26 concept of the Mandt Park project has the development split into three phases. Phase 1, which is targeted for completion by the end of 2022, would feature a foot trail on the Yahara River’s north bank, a pedestrian bridge spanning the river and a restoration of the riverbank. The second phase is slated for 2023 and would introduce the whitewater park, more trails and a restoration of the river itself. Phase 3 would take place in 2024 and include further improvements to Mandt Park along with a rental facility for the whitewater park, which would create rapids people can negotiate using inner tubes, canoes or kayaks. At the same time, the c i t y ’s R e d e v e l o p m e n t Authority is also working with developer Curt Vaughn Brink LLC on further development of the riverfront as well as a residential neighborhood to the north of the river between Fourth and Eighth streets.
What is friluftsliv? Friluftsliv literally means “free air life” in Norwegian, but its cultural connotations dwell on our outdoor dynamic with nature. The Norwegian word, coined in 1859, has come to embody Norway’s cultural enchantment with nature. It’s pronounced FREEloofs-LEAVE. Anyone interested in submitting written comments on the Mandt Park master plan has until Oct. 31 and can send them to City Hall, 207 S. Forrest St., or dschmitt@msa-ps.com. For information, call Parks and Recreation director Dan Glynn at 873-6746 or email dglynn@ci.stoughton.wi.us.
Panel will review Dunn annexation request KPW residential plat up for discussion JUSTIN LOEWEN Hub correspondent
The city’s Plan Commission will consider an annexation request at its Oct. 14 meeting, as well as plans for the residential area of Kettle Park West. The annexation request from Bob Dvorak is to bring roughly 51 acres from the Town of Dunn into the city. The land is north of Rutland Dunn Town Line Road and along the west side of U.S. Hwy. 51, near where the roadway joins County Hwy. B. “It appears he is accumulating properties in that Highway 51 corridor area for future development,”
zoning administrator Michael Stacey wrote in an email to the Hub. “At this time there is not an approved neighborhood plan and the land is not yet within the city urban service area.” The city’s comprehensive plan lists the area as mixed use, which would allow for both business or residential development. The commission will also discuss a plat for Kettle Park West. JSD Professional Services, which is working with Forward Development Group on phase 2 of Kettle Park West, is drafting a preliminary plat for the Meadows, a proposed residential development that will make up the bulk of Kettle Park West phase 2. A Sept. 5 revision of the
plat features more low-density housing than previously planned, which is in response to changing market conditions, Stacey
wrote. The plat is scheduled for a public hearing at the commission’s Nov. 11 meeting.
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Community can do better with diversity At a recent school board meeting material was presented by two student groups that made me very proud to be part of this community. There was also discussion following these presentations that made me very disappointed in our community. The subject was diversity and equity. First, let me say, for the most part we have a very kind and giving community. Some of us have family ties that go back to the founding of the city, and are well-versed in local tradition. Others, like me, have found a home here because of the wonderful attributes the city and surrounding area offers. It is a wonderful community. What does it mean to have a diverse community, specifically when it comes to how we treat each other, and even more specifically how our children treat each other? I ask this because at the aforementioned meeting we learned about the activities of our high school and middle school student groups who have organized to support diversity and equity in our student population and community. These are our talented young leaders. They are attending conferences to be better informed, collecting data to uncover where issues lie, developing action plans to address inequity that occurs on a daily basis in our schools and our community, and communicating
this information out to their peers and others. Some of the actions identified include addressing offensive language, celebrating diversity more across the district, engaging in diversity conversations, and increased staff awareness. I am proud to know that these students are in our schools trying to institute awareness and change about an important issue, but I was outraged to hear some of the disturbing things that take place on a daily basis — which all of our children are exposed to. This is the real sad part of our students’ experiences, and says a lot about just how much our community needs to improve. As a school district we adopt policies which in theory address these issues. But based on what was shared by our two student groups, improved policies and practices are needed. We should strive for zero tolerance of these types of incidents; we all need to stand up to these inequities. I applaud these students for their desire to improve not only their own experience but for those around them. We are a kind and generous community — but there is always room to do better. Steve Jackson Town of Pleasant Springs
City should reconsider whitewater park Our city officials should rethink the new rapids they want to make on the river. If a person or a kid gets hurt or dies on that flowage our city made, the people can sue the city for damages. I don’t think our City needs
any lawsuits against them. Just leave the river alone like it was intended to be; if people want to ride on a river they can go to the Wisconsin Dells. Randy Ree City of Stoughton
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Libraries facing battle to continue using ebooks
By now, most of us are familiar with the ebook, that miracle of modern technology that allows us to hold an entire bookshelf in the palm of our hand. For many of you, I’d bet, your tablet or Amazon Kindle has replaced the wellworn paperback for vacation reading. Contrary to popular belief, we librarians love Ramsey ebooks. Anything that gets people reading is great, as far we’re concerned, and as many of you know, you can borrow ebooks from the Stoughton Public Library and others in our area through the Libby app. Public libraries have embraced eBooks from the very beginning. Most have chosen to see these digital newcomers not as threat to the printed word but instead as another vehicle to introduce our patrons to the love of reading. But electronic publishing can be complicated, and there are mounting controversies that could affect how libraries lend ebooks to the public. With print books, something called the doctrine of first sale allows anyone who purchases that book to dispose of it as they see fit: They can give it away, lend it or resell it. They cannot, however, make copies of the work; that’s prohibited by copyright law. The doctrine of first sale is what makes libraries and secondhand book stores possible. When librarians buy a printed book, we can lend it out as many times as we want before it falls apart and we buy another copy. But when you buy an ebook or digital audio book and download the file, it comes outfitted with digital rights management
(DRM) software. Not only does DRM prohibit you from making a copy of the file, as one might expect, it also keeps you from transferring the file to another user or reading it on an unsanctioned device. Public libraries face additional restrictions from the publisher and enforced by DRM software. For starters, the cost is much higher than you consumers pay and only one person at a time can read it, just like a print book. That seems reasonable enough in order to protect their authors’ intellectual property, especially given how the recording industry learned the hard way earlier this century how digital files can be endlessly copied and distributed. But in recent years, the five major publishing houses, the “Big 5” that account for close to 80% of the publishing market, have started to impose increasingly onerous restrictions on ebooks purchased by libraries. In 2011, HarperCollins was the first to impose a metered system in which an ebook purchased by a library could be borrowed 26 times, after which the DRM in the file essentially destroys it and the library must purchase another copy. Imagine a hardcover book self-destructing after being read 26 times. Other publishers have attempted similar restrictions in recent years, but the latest and perhaps most ominous development comes from Macmillan, which announced in July that library purchases of Macmillan ebooks catalog would be subject to an eight week embargo. In his memo announcing the changes to ebook lending models, CEO John Sargent fired a shot across the bow of libraries everywhere when he bemoaned the “frictionless” free lending of ebooks offered by public
libraries and the “active marketing by various parties to turn purchasers into borrowers.” He further claimed, without citing his sources, that 45% of Macmillan’s ebook reads are from library loans. I could cite study after study showing that the vast majority of library users are also avid book-buyers, but instead I’ll point out that until very recently, publishers recognized the value of libraries, not just because we buy millions of books each year, but because we create the next generation of readers and book-buyers by fostering literacy and a lifelong love of reading. The “Big 5” know that libraries create and sustain an audience for the products they sell. Free access to information is the cornerstone upon which the rich tradition of the American public library is built, a tradition that asserts access to information, regardless of one’s ability to pay, is central to the creation of an informed citizenry and a healthy democracy. Burdensome restrictions on lending ebooks and downloadable audio books run counter to this tradition and interfere with the core mission of public libraries. Those outside of the library and publishing worlds may not be aware of the battle being fought over the ability of libraries to lend electronic books, but if you care about access to information, and the role public libraries play in preserving it, this is one fight worth keeping an eye on. And if you love reading and value the role of the public library, consider making your feelings known to the publishers. Your friendly neighborhood reference librarian would be happy to provide you with their contact information. Jim Ramsey is the director of Stoughton Public Library
Corrections In the Oct. 3 edition of the Hub, the email of the Last week’s Hub story on Gemini Games gave Free Health Clinic was listed incorrectly. The cor- the incorrect address. The store is located at 193 W. rect email address is freehealthclinicinstoughton@ Main St. and will celebrate its grand opening from gmail.com. 2-11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26. The Hub regrets the error. The Hub regrets the error.
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Stoughton’s inaugural Wine Walk sells out Unified Newspaper Group
On Oct. 17, you may notice an extra 300 people walking downtown with stemless wine glasses and an array of gift bags for Stoughton’s inaugural Wine Walk. The 300 tickets available sold out in one week, Rae Ladd scholarship
Save the date What: Wine Walk 2020 When: Oct. 15 Where: Downtown Stoughton
The Wine Walk features 17 downtown businesses offering 1-ounce samples of red and white wine, in addition to discounts for participants. Stephanie Kittleson, a May 2019 Rae Ladd scholarship recipient, spent her
high school career face painting for elementary students, being a reading tutor and raking leaves for community members. Although Kittleson doesn’t volunteer for the accolades, she said that tangible gift helped her pay for college tuition at Florida College. “Volunteering is a cool thing that makes you feel good about yourself,” Kittleson said. “But you also can get a cool award for it.” Wine Walk tickets were $30 each and if the event continues to grow in
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Community recycling event set for Oct. 19 Annual day held at Holy Mother of Consolation Church If you want to keep your old computers, electronic equipment or appliances out of landfills, stop by 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 19, at Holy Mother of Consolation Church, 651 N. Main St., to recycle unwanted materials. Although most items are free to recycle, there is a fee for some appliances, including televisions, fridges and microwaves. Participants are limited to five pounds of
Lake Kegonsa State Park trail to be illuminated Oct. 19
If You Go What: Community Recycling Event When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 19 Where: Holy Mother of Consolation Church, 651 N. Main St. Info: call Resource Solutions at 244-2454 batteries and one car battery per vehicle. Credit cards and checks will be accepted at the event. For more information, call Resource Solutions at 244-2454 or go to recyclethatstuff.com.
Free battery recycling Limit five pounds plus one car battery per vehicle. Lead acid car batteries, power tool batteries, laptop batteries, tablet batteries and alkaline batteries.
Free electronics include CPU’S, laptops, keyboards, mice circuit boards, power strips copiers, printers, scanners, telephones, cell phones, fax machines, power cords, VCRs, DVD players, stereo equipment, remote controls, Christmas lights strings, electrical cords, cables, pots, pans, fans, electric motors griddles, power tools and vacuum cleaners.
Fee appliances include All flat/CRT monitors: $20 TVs 29 inches and under: $20 TVs 30-49 inches: $40 Wooden consoles and projection machines 50 inches or more: $60 Microwaves: $15 Large appliances like treadmills and grills: $25 Lawn mowers (must be drained with no liquid) $25 Window air conditioner units: $20 Dehumidifiers: $20 Mini Fridge: $20 Larger freezers and refrigerators: $35
volunteer of the year award in 2008. Tw o y e a r s l a t e r, t h e Stoughton Chamber of Commerce started the Rae Ladd Scholarship in her honor. Fo r p e o p l e w h o w e r e hoping to attend the Wine Wa l k , t h e y w i l l l i k e l y have to wait until next year’s event, for which the date is already set, O c t . 1 5 , 2 0 2 0 , o r t h ey can call 873.7912 to get on a waiting list. Contact Mackenzie at mackenzie.krumme@ wcinet.com.
popularity, the chamber would like to increase the scholarship amount in the future, chamber member Callie Lapoint said. She hopes the scholarship encourages “graduating seniors to make volunteering a priority in their lives, like Rae did.” Ladd, who died in 2015, “ lived a life of volunteerism,” LaPoint wrote to the Hub in an email. Ladd volunteered at the Stoughton Hospital Auxiliary, the Stoughton Ameri c a n L eg i o n A u x i l i a r y, The Order of the Eastern Star and won Stoughton’s
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Restyle, Repurpose, Recycle fundraiser has 50-100 items donated.
‘Trash to treasure’ Stoughton Hospital throws upcycling fundraiser MACKENZIE KRUMME Unified Newspaper Group
On display at Autumn Pearl coffeehouse and salon is a century-old table with cast iron legs and rosemaled top. The table, upcycled from a display table at the old Forton and Son Clothier shop, and other items will be auctioned off at the first ever “Restyle, Repurpose, Recycle” fundraiser. The event, benefiting and organized by Partners of Stoughton Hospital, is 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16 at The Lageret, the historic tobacco warehouse remodeled into wedding venue at 515 E. Main St. Advance tickets are $15 each or two for $25, available at the Stoughton Hospital Gift Shop or McGlynn Pharmacy. Tickets at the door are $20 each or two for $30. The event features hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar of beer, wine or soda, silent auction at 6 p.m. and live auction at 7 p.m. For months, the Partners of Stoughton Hospital have been asking for artists and upcyclers to donate projects to the auction. There
If You Go What: Restyle, Repurpose, Recycle fundraiser When: 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16 Where: The Lageret, 515 E. Main St. Price: $15 each or two for $25 (in advance), $20 each or two for $30 (at the door) Info: Call Becky Greiber at 575-7796 are 50-100 items being auctioned off, said Becky Greiber vice-president of Partners of Stoughton Hospital. The silent auction starts at 6 p.m. and will include smaller items such as shutters, tires and boots made into holiday decorations. The live auctions begins at 7 p.m., including larger recycled or restyled items such as at the rosemaled table and dressers. Several downtown stores have the larger items on display in their windows such as Autumn Pearl, McGlynn Pharmacy, Giggles and All Through The House. For information, call Greiber at 575-7796 Contact Mackenzie at mackenzie.krumme@ wcinet.com.
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During a fall evening of Oct. 19, the White Oak Natural Trail, which is on the north and west side of Lake Kegonsa State Park, will be lit by candlelight. In partnership with the Wisconsin Science Festival, visitors to Lake Kegonsa State Park can hike the 1.2 mile trail illuminated with hundreds of jack o’lanterns and luminaries. The event is 6-9 p.m. at Lake Kegonsa State Park, 2405 Door Creek Road. After the hike, Lake Kegonsa State Park Friends Group will have a bonfire and beverages for sale including apple cider and water.
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committee leader Angie Halverson said. Proceeds from the event benefit the Rae Ladd Scholarship, which goes to two students who are a c t ive vo l u n t e e r s . T h e Stoughton Chamber of Commerce gives the $500 award away each year in honor of long time member Rae Ladd. In previous years, the committee had a dinner at Stoughton Country Club titled the Great Food Expectation. But Halverson said it was time to spice things up and put new energy behind the scholarship.
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The public is always welcome at Mandt Lodge! Fish Boil Friday, Oct. 11 at 5 PM Cod, potatoes, carrots, onions, dessert and beverages for $15 (adult). Tickets at the door and carry-outs available. Destination Stoughton Weekend Kathleen Ernst Dinner and Program Saturday, October 26 from 3-7:30 PM Reservations required through Kathleen Ernst! Fall Scrapbook and Craft Weekend November 1-3 starting Friday night through Sunday noon Lefse Making Class Saturday, November 9 from 9-11 am or 12:30-2:30 pm. Must pre-register by November 1. Fall Bake & Vendor Sale & Cookie Baking Workshop Sat., Nov. 23 Donuts, lefse, Norsk and American baked goods, and outside vendors from 8-2. Chicago German Christmas Market and Lights Bus Tour Tuesday, December 10 Leaving from Coachman’s Golf Course parking lot. Must pre-register. Meeting Programs Nov. 13 (Wednesday)- Liberty Prairie Program at 7 PM Dec. 12 (Thursday)- The Edvard Grieg Chorus concert at 7 PM Bingo on 3rd Saturday of each month. Food available at 5 PM and Bingo begins at 6 PM. The 3rd Saturday of each month except for December! Acanthus carving class Don Rorvig instructor- runs each Tuesday through April. Updates on Facebook: Sons of Norway Stoughton, Chamber calendar at www.stoughtonwi.com, or President Darlene Arneson at arnesonfamily5@gmail.com or 608-873-7209 for more info!
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Appreciation season. This year he There will be snacks and drinks asked to bring his own quintet to per- each day, and each participant will Sons of Norway-Mandy Lodge will form. have an 8-foot table to use. hold its fall Fish Boil at 5 p.m. Friday, Registration is due by Oct. 15, and For information, visit stoughtonopOct. 11, at 317 S. Page St. the cost is $50. erahouse.com Tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for For information, email lauriebarchildren ages 5-12. Fall fundraiser rett79@yahoo.com The menu includes Icelandic cod, The Friends of the Stoughton Public potatoes, coleslaw, carrots, onions and Library will host their Fall Fundraiser R Olde House cherry dessert. R Olde House Society will hold its Luncheon 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, in For information, contact Darlene monthly meeting at 6:30 pm, Thursthe lower level of BBG’s, 800 Nygaard Arneson at arnesonfamily5@gmail. day, Oct. 17, at the Stoughton Public St. com. Advanced tickets are $25.00 ($30.00 Library. Ingrid Thompson will share inforat the door – limited seating) and are Fall Arbor Day Potluck mation about the Norwegian immiThe Town of Dunn will celebrate the available at the library. The luncheon will feature choco- grants and architects August Ovren autumn season with the Fall Arbor Day latier Lisa Nelson of Roots Choco- and John Holmstad, show pictures of Potluck 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at the the Stoughton historical houses they late. Town Hall, 4156 County Road B. built, and tell about the original ownThe event begins at 11:00 a.m. From 3-4 p.m., there will be pumpkin carving and crafting. Guest speaker with a social hour, followed by lunch ers of those gems. Gae Bergmann will give a presentation at noon, with guest speaker, door Waldemar Ager on the Monarch butterfly, and Mary prizes and fundraiser raffle drawings. If you require accommodations, A presentation on Waldemar Ager Gross will receive the Stewardship is set 1-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 at Award for 20 years as the township call 873-4050 in advance. For information visit stoughton- Livsreise 277 W. Main St. liaison to the Parks Commission. publiclibrary.org/friends-library. Brian Blakely will present on A potluck dinner and raffle will folAger, who had a successful newspalow.For information, call 838-1081 ext. Scrapbooking weekend per career in Eau Claire after moving 205. Enjoy a weekend full of scrap- from Norway. Music appreciation booking and craft projects starting John Beutel’s Music Appreciation 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1 at the Sons of Chicken and Biscuits Fill your plate at the 6th annual Series returns at 3 p.m. Monday, Oct. Norway-Mandt Lodge, 317 S. Page American Legion Auxiliary Chick14, at the Stoughton Opera House, 381 St. The class runs 7-11 p.m. Friday, en and Biscuit Dinner 4-7 p.m., SatE. Main St. This week the appreciation series Nov. 1, 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, urday, Oct. 19, at American Legion hosts The Jordan Kowalski Jazz Quin- Nov. 2 and 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Post 59, 803 N. Page St. Nov. 3. The cost is $9 for adults and $5 for tet. Participants should bring their own children 10 years old and younger. Jordan Kowalski played with the Jazz Quartet during last Music scrapbooking project to work on. For information, call 205-9090.
Fish Boil
Thursday, Oct. 10 • 1 p.m., Technology and mental health, senior center, 873-8585 • 6:30 p.m., Lunches with Viking annual meeting, Stoughton Youth Center, 567 E. Main St., lunchesforvikings@gmail.com
Friday, Oct. 11 • 9:30 a.m., Coffee with the Mayor, senior center, 8738585 • 5 p.m., Fish Boil ($15 for adults, $7 children ages 5-12), Sons of Norway Mandt-Lodge, 317 S. Page St.
Saturday, Oct. 12 • 11 a.m., Friends of the Stoughton Public Library Fall Fundraiser ($25 in advance, $30 at the door), BBG’s, 800 Nygaard St. • 1- 5 p.m., Wisconsin Craft Cider Tasting ($35 all you can sample, $5 non-alcoholic samples), Chorus Public House, 154 W. Main St., 235-6832 • 3-4 p.m., Fall Arbor Day Potluck, Dunn Town Hall, 4156 County Road B, 838-1081 ext. 205
Sunday, Oct. 13 • 10 a.m. to noon, SCAA Rabies Clinic, Stoughton Fire Station, 401 E. Main St.
Monday, Oct. 14 • 3 p.m., Music Appreciation with The Jordan Kowalski Jazz Quintet, Stoughton Opera House, 381 E. Main St., 877-4400 • 7 p.m., Town of Dunn Plan Commission meeting, Dunn Town Hall, 4156 Cty. Road B (second Monday of each month)
Tuesday, Oct. 15 • Registration ends, Sons of Norway-Mandt Lodge Scrapbooking weekend ($50), 317 S. Page St., lauriebarrett79@yahoo.com
Wednesday, Oct. 16 Baha’i Faith
For information: Alfred Skerpan, 877-0911 or Gail and Greg Gagnon, 873-9225 us.bahai.org Stoughton study classes.
Bible Baptist Church
2095 Hwy. W, Utica 873-7077 • 423-3033 Sunday: 10 a.m. - Worship; 6 p.m. - Worship
Christ Lutheran Church
Covenant Lutheran Church
1525 N. Van Buren St., Stoughton • 873-7494 covlutheran@gmail.com • covluth.org Saturday: 5:30 p.m. Worship Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Worship, 10:30 a.m. Fellowship
Ezra Church
515 E. Main St., Stoughton • 834-9050 ezrachurch.com Sunday: 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
First Lutheran Church
700 Hwy. B, Stoughton 873-9353 • e-mail: office@clcstoughton.org Sunday: 8 and 10:30 a.m. Worship Family express with Sunday school: 9:10 a.m.
310 E. Washington, Stoughton 873-7761 • flcstoughton.com Sunday: 8:30 and 10 a.m. Worship
Christ the King Community Church
Fulton Church
401 W. Main St., Stoughton • 877-0303 christthekingcc.org Sunday: 10 a.m. - Worship
Christian Assembly Church
1844 Williams Drive, Stoughton • 873-9106 Saturday: 6 p.m. Worship Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship
9209 Fulton St., Edgerton 884-8512 • fultonchurch.org Saturday: 8 a.m. prayer breakfast Sunday: 8 and 10:30 a.m. Worship Coffee Fellowship: 9 a.m. Sunday School for all ages: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Varsity (High Schoolers): 12-3 p.m. AWANA (age 2-middle school): 3-5 p.m.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Good Shepherd By The Lake Lutheran Church
825 S. Van Buren, Stoughton 877-0439 • Missionaries 957-3930 Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday school and Primary
Cooksville Lutheran Church
11927 W. Church St., Evansville 882-4408 Pastor Karla Brekke Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship and Sunday School
1860 Hwy. 51 at Lake Kegonsa, Stoughton 873-5924 Sunday Worship: 8 and 10:30 a.m. Education hour for all ages: 9:15 a.m. Adult Bible Study: 9:15-9:45 a.m.
LakeView Church
2200 Lincoln Ave., Stoughton 873-9838 • lakevc.org Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Worship
Seventh Day Baptist Church of Albion
616 Albion Rd., Edgerton 561-7450 • albionsdb@gmail.com forministry.com/USWISDBGCASD1 Worship Saturday 11- Sabbath School 10
Stoughton Baptist Church
Corner of Williams Dr. & Cty. B, Stoughton 873-6517 Sunday: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m. Worship
St. Ann Catholic Church
323 N. Van Buren St., Stoughton 873-6448 • 873-7633 Weekday Mass: Nazareth House and St. Ann’s Church Weekend Mass: Saturday - 5:15 p.m.; Sunday - 8 and 10:30 a.m.
United Methodist of Stoughton 525 Lincoln Avenue, Stoughton stoughtonmethodist.org Stoughtonumc@Wisconsinumc.org Sunday: 8 a.m.; 10 a.m. - Full Worship
United Pentecostal Church of Stoughton
1501 E. Main St., Stoughton • 608-205-6444 Pastor Rich Thomas • rthomas@cgcmadison.org Sunday Worship: 10 a.m., Thursday Bible Study: 7 p.m.
West Koshkonong Lutheran Church 1911 Koshkonong, Stoughton Sunday: 9:30 a.m. - Worship
• 1-2 p.m., Tribute to Jimmy Santiago Baca, Stoughton Opera House, 381 E. Main St., 877-4400 • 6 p.m. “Restyle, Repurpose, Recycle,” Partners of Stoughton Hospital fundraiser, ($15 each and two for $25 in advance, $20 each and two for $30 at the door) The Lageret, 515 E. Main St., 873-3387 • 6:30 p.m. Library Board Meeting (third Wednesday of the month), Stoughton Library, 873-6281
Thursday, Oct. 17 • 7 p.m., R Olde House Society meeting, 308 N. Van Buren St., rohstoughton@gmail.com Friday, Oct. 18
Saturday, Oct. 19 • 1-2 p.m., Waldemar Ager, Livsreise, 277 W. Main St., 873-8567 • 4-7 p.m., Chicken and Biscuits dinner, American Legion Post 59, 803 N. Page St. • 6-9 p.m., Candlelight Hike, Lake Kegonsa State Park, 2405 Door Creek Road, 873-9695 Sunday, Oct. 20 • 2-3:15 p.m., Psychological Effects of the Internet, library, 873-6281
Monday, Oct. 21 • 7 p.m., Town of Dunkirk Board meeting, Town Hall, 654 Cty. Road N (first and third Mondays of each month) • 7 p.m., Town of Dunn Board meeting, Dunn Town Hall, 4156 Cty. Road B (third Monday of each month)
Western Koshkonong Lutheran Church 2633 Church St., Cottage Grove Sunday: 9:30 a.m. worship 11 a.m. Bible study
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The Old Testament story of Esau giving up his birthright for a bowl of stew illustrates a variety of important lessons, and perhaps the most relevant one is that our appetites can make us impulsive and prone to bad judgement: “Once when Jacob was cooking some stew, Esau came in from the open country, famished. He said to Jacob, ‘Quick, let me have some of that red stew! I’m famished!’Jacob replied, ‘First sell me your birthright.’ ‘Look,I am about to die,’Esau said. ‘What good is the birthright to me?’But Jacob said, ‘Swear to me first.’ So he swore an oath to him, selling his birthright to Jacob.Then Jacob gave Esau some bread and some lentil stew. He ate and drank, and then got up and left. So Esau despised his birthright.” (Genesis 25:29-34 NIV) Like Esau, we often make bad decisions and act impulsively because our appetites get the upper hand. Not only are we prone to the loss of our assets, but we are likely to say or do things we will regret.The lesson here is as much about controlling our impulses as it is about being careful to not make important decisions when our appetites are engaged. Going to the grocery store when you’re famished is a bad idea. Conversely, it is possible to make your desires and appetites work for you. As the saying goes,“Hunger is the best sauce.” Desire is not inherently bad; it can be used for good or ill. Staying hungry, as it were, can be a strong motivator. Consider how to harness your appetites in order to improve your life — Christopher Simon
The City of Stoughton Food Pantry, 520 S. Fourth St., is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday. It will also be open from 4-6 p.m. Thursday evenings and the first Saturday of the month from 9-11 a.m.
SUMC Food Pantry
The Stoughton United Methodist Church Food Pantry, 525 Lincoln Ave., is open from 9-11 a.m. Tuesday and Wednesdays. It will also be open from 5-7 p.m. Tuesdays.
Personal Essentials Pantry
The Personal Essentials Pantry (PEP), 343 E. Main St., is open from 1-5 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays of each Month. The pantry will be closed on holidays and if SASD is closed due to weather.
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Music Appreciation series continues with ensemble
The Avanti Piano Trio has been performing together since October 2018.
A member of the trio performs.
MACKENZIE KRUMME Unified Newspaper Group
During the second Music Appreciation series the three member ensemble, the Avanti Piano Trio, played to an audience at the Stoughton Opera House. The seven part series is supported by grants and donations and organized by former Stoughton High School choir director John Beutel and is in its 18th season. It started Monday, Sept. 30, this year and will continue until Photos by Mackenzie Krumme Nov. 11. The Avanti Piano Trio played for an audience of roughly The Avanti Piano Trio performs during the Music Appreciation series at the Stoughton Opera 30 people during a warm spring day. Joseph Ross plays House Monday, Oct. 7. the piano, Wes Luke on the violin and Hannah Wolkstein on the cello. Contact Mackenzie at mackenzie.krumme@wcinet.com.
If You Go Oct. 14: The Jordan Kowalski Jazz Quintet Oct. 21: Wingra Wind Quintet Oct. 28: Kangwoo Jin Nov. 4: Wisconsin Brass Quintet Nov. 11: The Hunt Quartet
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Kotlowski crowned regional champion ADAM FEINER Sports editor
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Stoughton senior Myranda Kotlowski putts for par on the par-3 10th hole during the Division 1 DeForest Sectional at The Oaks Golf Course in Cottage Grove on Tuesday, Oct. 8.
Stoughton senior Myranda Kotlowski earned medalist honors as the only player to break 80 with a 7-over-par 79 at the Division 1 Madison Memorial Regional on Friday, Oct. 4. The Vikings advanced to the DeForest Sectional as a team with a score of 394. The DeForest Sectional was held Tuesday, Oct. 8, at The Oaks Golf Course in Cottage Grove. Results were posted after this week’s press deadline. Myranda Kotlowski held a three-shot lead at the turn after firing a 1-over 37 on the front nine at Madison’s Blackhawk Country Club, and played solid on the back nine. Stoughton junior Caylie Kotlowski rebounded from a 44 on the front nine with a 41 on the back to tie Verona senior Andrea Schleeper for second with an 85. Fellow junior Mara Hann carded a 113, and Dulce Aguirre added a 117 to round out Stoughton’s counting scores. Rachel Foldy (120) also competed for the Vikings, as she bounced back from a 66 on the front nine with a 54 on the back. The regional was pushed back three days due to inclement weather on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Madison Memorial won the regional title with a team score of 376. Jefferson (425) and Fort Atkinson (432) also advanced to the DeForest Sectional.
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Stoughton junior Caylie Kotlowski hits out of the drop zone on the par-3 10th hole during the Division 1 DeForest Sectional.
Girls tennis
Vikings rally past Goslings
Goetz breezes into sectional
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The stingy Stoughton defense shut out Watertown in the second half on Friday, Oct. 4, en route to a 25-14 road win. Stoughton (5-2, 4-1 Badger South Conference) moved into a first-place tie atop the league with Milton after the Red Hawks were upset by Monroe 34-28. Stoughton junior linebacker Rudy Detweiler had 14 tackles, one sack and a forced fumble. Sophomore Darrick Hill had nine tackles and returned an interception 27 yards for a touchdown in the second quarter. A d a m H o b s o n c o nve r t e d a 2 4 - y a r d fi e l d g o a l l a t e i n t h e s e c o n d q u a r t e r, b u t t h e Vi k i n g s t r a i l e d 1 4 - 1 0 a t t h e half. Hobson booted a 20-yard field goal midway through the third quarter to slice the Goslings’ lead to one, and scored on a 2-yard run early in the fourth to give the Vikings a 19-14 lead. Senior running back Quinn Arnott capped the scoring with a 1-yard touchdown plunge later in
Stoughton junior Annika Goetz knocked off Oconomowoc’s Alina Tweet in three sets earlier this season. The two No. 1 singles players met Monday, Oct, 7, at the Division 1 Stoughton Subsectional. Goetz made quick work of Tweet, winning 6-1, 6-0 to advance to the Oconomowoc Sectional. “I told her (Goetz) coming into the match that if she played her game — hitting the ball on the corners and making her run the court — she would have no problem,” Stoughton coach Amy Kahl said. Stoughton freshman Zosia Dedie knocked off Watertown sophomore Danielle Krakow 6-3, 6-3 in No. 4 singles, but fell 6-1, 6-1 in the semifinals against Monona Grove’s Payton Lee. The Vikings’ No. 1 doubles team of Taylor Nisius and Katie Zacharias lost 3-6, 6-0, 6-4 to Sun Prairie’s Kaia Feldman and Emma Dorn. “They (Nisius and Zacharias) were really aggressive going to the net in the first set,” Kahl said. “I think what got them was nerves and they got timid. Sometimes you see the finish line before you are there.” DeForest junior Lauren Armstrong defeated Stoughton senior Karlie Halverson 6-4, 7-5 in No. 2 singles. Oconomowoc senior Brooke Hoffman beat
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Stoughton quarterback Adam Hobson (right) stiffarms a Watertown defender as he scrambles for extra yardage Friday, Oct. 4, in Watertown. Hobson rushed for two touchdowns in the Vikings’ 25-14 win.
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Stoughton No. 1 singles player Annika Goetz advanced to the Division 1 Oconomowoc Sectional with a 6-1, 6-0 win over Oconomowoc’s Alina Tweet on Monday, Oct. 7, at the Stoughton Subsectional.
Stoughton junior Savanna Strutzel 6-2, 6-1 in No. 3 singles. Stoughton junior Paige Bellefeuille and senior Morgan Schellin lost their No. 2 doubles match 6-3, 6-3 against Sun Prairie seniors Jordan White and Mackenzie Shanahan. DeForest’s Ashley Hegarty and Annie Manzi beat Stoughton seniors Elizabeth Balthazar and Fiona Prechel 6-4, 6-3 in No. 3 doubles.
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Badger Conference realignment plan set Assistant sports editor
Starting in the 2021-22 school year, Stoughton will no longer be in the same conference as Oregon for all sports. The Badger Conference principals and athletic directors announced Monday, Sept. 30, a conference realignment plan for all sports except football that would go into effect in the 2021-22 school year. The conference will realign with an East/West format, according to a release from the conference. Stoughton is being placed in the Badger East Conference’s South Division and Oregon in the Badger West’s South Division. Fo o t b a l l h a s a s e p a rate realignment plan that changed schools in the Badger, Big Eight and Rock Valley conferences. The plan will take effect next fall. “It wasn’t about what wo u l d b e t h e b e s t f o r Stoughton,” Stoughton athletic director Mel Dow said. “We did it for the overall well-being of the conference. Some power may shift a little bit. There is a lot of competitive balance in the 16 teams in the conference and it ebbs and flows. I don’t think how you split it will make a great difference for all teams across the board.” When Watertown and Beaver Dam joined the Badger Conference in 2017, the principals voted to re-examine conference
In brief Badger West — North Division: Baraboo (939), Portage (765), Reedsburg (881), Sauk Prairie (834). Badger West — South Division: Madison Edgewood 497, Monroe 723, Mount Horeb 776, Oregon 1,149. Badger East — North Division: Beaver Dam (1,067), DeForest (1,017), Watertown (1,302), Waunakee (1,303). Badger East — South Division: Fort Atkinson (957), Milton (1,126), Monona Grove (1,076), Stoughton (968). alignment after two years. The conference principals in the fall of 2018 directed the athletic directors to review the alignment, taking into account geographic locations, the distance each school travels, school size and competitive balance. In spring 2019, the athletic directors proposed an East/West Division format. That proposal was approved by the principals at their April meeting. The rationale behind the move is that the East/ West alignment creates a more equitable distribution of total miles traveled throughout the conference, according to the release. Reduced travel on school nights was a priority to minimize missed class time for student-athletes. Dow said a study showed that splitting the conference
East/West and into North and South divisions reduced travel for outlier schools like Monroe, Watertown, Reedsburg, Watertown and Beaver Dam. T h e E a s t / We s t D iv i sions better aligns schools, according to enrollment with the East containing seven of the eight “large” schools and the West containing seven of the eight “small” schools. Oregon and Fort Atkinson are the exceptions. “I think we will still be strong in some programs and looking to improve in others,” Dow said. Over the course of this year, athletic directors will create scheduling concepts to utilize the four-school divisional format, aligning it to the specific scheduling details for each sport.
Jenny paces Vikings to 7th MARK NESBITT Assistant sports editor
Shin splints forced Grace Jenny to miss most of her track and field season last spring. Jenny spent countless hours training in the pool, lifting weights and bike riding to elevate her performance and avoid an injury-riddled senior year at Stoughton. Her rehab has paid off this fall, as she finished 12th with a time of 20:05.7 on Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Stoughton Invitational. “This meet was a big deal for me,” Jenny said. “I had to cut my track season short due to some injuries and it absolutely broke my heart. Just being here and racing on my home course when I didn’t get to do that last year in this meet means a lot.” Jenny took two months off from running last year before beginning her rehab. “It’s been a slow comeback, but I’m pain free and it’s the best feeling in the world,” she said. Still, Jenny wasn’t satisfied with her time on the wet course Saturday. “I honestly didn’t feel my best during the race,” she said. “I definitely felt a lot better at Janesville.” The Vikings had three runners finish in the top 40 to take seventh out of 14 teams with 174 points. Senior Gina
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Stoughton senior Grace Jenny (right) runs up a hill at the Stoughton Invitational on Saturday, Oct. 5. Jenny finished 12th with a time of 20:05.7. Owen took 33rd (21:32.8), and sophomore G Gibson placed 37th (21:40.3). “Gina powered through a sickness and that was amazing,” Stoughton coach Susan Zaemisch said. “G has really broken through a major threshold these last two weeks. She has made the biggest improvement hands down.” Hannah Lawrence finished 43rd (21:59.4), and Molly Olstad placed 49th (22:19.1) for the Vikings. While running on their home course was motivation for the Vikings, Zaemisch wasn’t putting an emphasis
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on having a top-three finish in the team standings. “Physically they are in great shape,” Zaemisch said. “I think mentally we just need to convince them that running is painful and they need to push through it because that is what the training helps them do. There is a lot more in these girls. They just need to work on finding it.” Middleton (39 points) edged Big Eight Conference rival Madison West (43) for the team title. The Cardinals’ Lauren Pansegrau crossed the finish line first with a time of 18:04.1.
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Stoughton sophomores Jayden Zywicki and Colton Hansen push each other to become stronger runners every day in practice. Zywicki and Hansen’s competitive drive helped spark them down the stretch Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Stoughton Invitational. After running neck-and-neck for most of the 5,000-meter race, Zywicki turned on the burners over the final 1,000 meters to finish 25th with a time of 17:19.7 and earn a medal. “We always kind of stick together so we can pace off each other,” Zywicki said. “We try to beat each other at the sprint. I was just trying to medal. I was thinking more about place than time.” Stoughton finished sixth as a team with 203 points, one point ahead of Badger South Conference rival Monona Grove. Hansen took 27th (17:25), two spots away from a medal. Junior Christian Smith placed 46th (17:54.8), and
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Vikings tie for third in Waunakee MARK NESBITT Assistant sports editor
The Stoughton girls swimming team won four events at the Waunakee Invitational on Saturday, Oct. 5. The Vikings tied Baraboo for third as a team with 469 points. The host Warriors won the team title with 562 points. Stoughton junior Sofia Bormett won the 200-yard freestyle with a time of 1:58.84. Senior Ava
Schigur finished first in the 50 butterfly (28.85), and junior Savy Borroughs won the 50 freestyle (25.81). Bormett, Borroughs and Schigur teamed with Aly Schaefer to win the 300 free relay in 2:49.37. Borroughs took second in the 100 free (57.95). Borroughs and Schaefer teamed with Lillian Talbert and Sydney Schipper to take second in the 200 free relay (1:47.03). The Vikings’ 400 free relay team of Bormett, Schigur,
two sets 25-18, 26-24. The Red Hawks battled back to win the next two sets 25-22, 25-18. Stoughton rebounded to pull out the decisive fifth set 15-12. The Vikings set the tone with a scrappy defense led by senior Aspen Alexander who had a team-high 26 digs and senior Volleyball Riley Royston who posted five The Stoughton volleyball team blocks. escaped with a five set road win Senior outside hitter Kat Eugover Milton on Thursday, Oct. 3. ster had a team-high 14 kills and The Vikings won the first Abby Lewis chipped in seven Talbert and Melanie Regan finished second (3:53.50). Schipper placed third in the 5 0 b a c k s t r o ke ( 3 0 . 3 7 ) , a n d Regan took third in the 500 free (5:45.70). Bormett added a thirdplace finish in the 50 breaststroke (35.13).
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Stoughton fell to Baraboo 2-0 on Thursday, Oct. 4, in a Badger Conference crossover game. Flooding in Baraboo forced the game to be moved to Woodside Sports Complex in Mauston. Kickoff was moved up from 7 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. to avoid inclement weather.
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Girls from the Stoughton area, McFarland, Madison and Waunakee gathered for a Girls Hockey Jamboree hosted by the Stoughton Youth Hockey Association (SYHA) on Saturday, October 5. The Jamboree was coordinated by SYHA Girls Director Doug Ihlenfeldt as part of national and statewide efforts to introduce more girls to hockey and encourage them to continue to play. Skaters also participated in skills events at the tournament. “Girls hockey is growing in Photo by Justin Loewen popularity,” Ihlenfeldt said in a Stoughton running back Quinn Arnott (right) looks for a hole in the Watertown defense press release obtained by the Friday, Oct. 4, in Watertown. The Vikings won 25-14. Courier Hub. “We were excited to join the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) in promoting opportunities for girls to participate in hockContinued from page 8 ey. We hope this becomes an annual event to kick off the the fourth. hockey season.” Hobson completed SYHA also launched a 18 of 34 passes for 226 new Never Too Late proTeam Overall Conf. yards. Arnott rushed gram designed for boys and W-L W-L for 73 yards on 20 cargirls ages 9 to 13 interested in ries. Konner Knauf had Milton 6-1 4-1 learning the game but have not seven receptions for 85 yet played organized hockey. Stoughton 5-2 4-1 yards, and Cael McGee Participants learned skating Watertown 5-2 3-2 had four catches for 42 basics, puck handling, shootyards. Monroe 4-3 3-2 ing and game rules through Wa t e r t o w n q u a r t e r a balance of technical teachMonona Grove 3-4 3-2 back Ethan Pauly entered ing time and less-structured the game as the leading Oregon 3-4 2-3 games. The program concludpasser in the confered Oct. 5 with an obstacle Edgewood 1-6 1-4 ence (1,380 yards), but course. Fort Atkinson 0-7 0-5 he completed only 34.3 “Hockey is a great game, percent of his passes and we wanted to make sure (11 of 32) for 170 yards Vikings. Stoughton also T h e Vi k i n g s p l a y a t kids of all ages and abilities with a touchdown and an limited the Goslings to Monroe (4-3, 3-2) on Fri- felt comfortable trying the interception against the 99 rushing yards. day night. sport,” SYHA Director of
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Stoughton fielded a team at the Girls Hockey Jamboree on Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Mandt Center. The team members were (front row from left) Sophia Ihlenfeldt, Nora Heineke, (back row from left) coach Doug Ihlenfelt, Elin Heineke, Olena Walker and Lucy Haser. Hockey Operations James Hovland said in the press release. “Our goal was to help each participant learn the basic skills of hockey and grow a passion for this great game. The program was exclusively for those that had no previous organized hockey experience, so we tried to create a fun, safe and low-pressure environment. Both events were held at the
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Enrollment: Board member wants to come up with a comprehensive action plan Continued from page 1 loss last year, the most troubling statistic is that smaller classes are working their way through the grade levels. The vast majority of the decline is at River Bluff Middle School, down 69 students from last year. Those numbers are indicative of a deeper problem for the district, as incoming class sizes are smaller than outgoing ones. “It’s the same story we’ve been talking about since 2002,” business manager Erika Pickett said. “My biggest concern is when you look at kindergarten, first, second and third grade, we’re talking classes below 200, and back in the early 200s our graduating classes were around 300. That’s a pretty big shift.” Classes in grades 8-12 average around 238 students, while grades K-7 average around 197. Aside from early childhood and 4K programs, the district’s largest class in 2019-20 is the 11th graders (247), with the smallest the first-graders (182). In the past 10 years, the district has “lost” 503 students, a nearly 15 percent drop from 3,377 in the 2010-11 year to 2,874 this school year. “Right now, our high school is 958, four years from now it’ll be 786, down 172 students,” said superintendent Tim Onsager. “That’s a different high school.” “And that’s not what we want,” added board
SASD enrollment Grade 2018-19 2019-20 EC 8 12 4K 174 158 K 203 183 1 182 198 2 202 187 3 186 206 4 210 186 5 185 206 6 211 180 7 196 207 8 242 193 9 241 251 10 226 239 11 247 223 12 235 245 Total 2,946 2,874 vice-president Joe Frey. “You can spin it a bunch of ways, but it’s something we just have to own and say, ‘Why?’” Prompted by a board member’s question, Pickett said “just about every other” school district in Dane County is increasing in enrollment, which brought a bit of angst to the surface among some members. “I think the city’s not working with us,” said board member Yolibeth Fitzgibbon. Board member Kathleen Hoppe said things didn’t seem to click with the school board members and three Common Council members on the ad hoc committee started a few years ago to look into ways
to attract and retain young families. “One actually left as a council member, one had too many things on her plate and withdrew and another had trouble understanding why we were doing this,” she said. Hoppe said the Stoughton Chamber of Commerce also needs to be included in the effort, as well, “so when people inquire about Stoughton and about our schools they get a little more than just the trifold with all the Syttende Mai pictures and, ‘We have the opera house.’” “That’s not luring in families,” she said. ”We have to really expand that and tell them about our parks and great schools and the things
that are going on.” B o a r d m e m b e r Ti m Bubon asked when the school district is going to “get to the discussion” and create a plan of action, whether it’s working with the city or not. “We can look at the data, but that’s not going to get the job done,” he said. “We have to come up with some kind of comprehensive action plan that the community can be behind, and whether we have to do that, maybe that’s what it’s going to take. “But it’s a little frustrating for me, because we keep talking about this and I don’t see anything happening … not from the district standpoint,” Bubon added. B o a r d m e m b e r S t eve Jackson said he’d like the district to gather information about what younger families are looking for and share that with city officials that could help turn those ideas into action. “It sure would help if we had affordable housing for families instead of more senior housing,” he said. “It will hit us … when it comes to curriculum for the children and staff, but also our facilities. What’s that going to look like if we continue to see these numbers and we’re not working with the city to make improvements?” Onsager noted that this y e a r, 1 8 3 s t u d e n t s a r e enrolled in kindergarten, compared with 250 just a decade ago, and said those numbers point to a “longterm program,” even if
Native American mascot resolution approved Joining several school boards across Wisconsin, board members approved a resolution to “call upon our fellow Wisconsin school districts to choose mascots that do not demean Native people.” The resolution condemns the use of Native American mascots and logos, which “undermines the educational experiences of members of all communities,” according to its wording. Board member Kathleen Hoppe said the resolution doesn’t ask for a state ban on mascots and logos, but will be sent to the Wisconsin Association of School Boards to be voted on by state delegates. If approved, the WASB would lobby state legislators on such a law, however. “We do have Native American students in our district,” she said. “This sends a message to them that we care about their feelings and experiences and are in their corner.” During the public comment portion at the school board’s Sept.14 meeting, Jason Yellowbird, parent of two SHS graduates and two current district students, and a member of the Three Affiliated Tribes (Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara nations), spoke in support of a resolution to support the state’s removal of Native American mascots and logos from public schools. “You have native children who are in your schools, and if they cannot believe and trust that the school board is going to advocate for them on a statewide level, then I believe you’re derelict in your duty,” he said. “I want to send my children to school knowing full well that the City of Stoughton has their back, not, ‘it’s not a problem, it doesn’t concern us.’” The school board supporting the resolution would put out an “unequivocal” message against the marginalization of native people. “(It) would be a huge step in that regard, especially a school as progressive and excellent and as forthright as this one, and I have nothing but the best hopes,” he said. “I’ve chosen to make this my home, my place of business, and I’ve chosen to raise my children here. “I hope Stoughton puts its foot forward and says it’s not fine; it’s time for a change.” immediate action is taken to filled and students come attract younger families. in, we’re looking at several “Let’s say the problem years before we see that.” is affordable housing,” he Email Unified Newspaper said. “Even if we decide Group reporter Scott De that today, by the time we Laruelle at scott.delaruelle@wcinet.com. build that and it’s sold and
Historic: Commission would work with property owners to secure grants Continued from page 1 property owners to change existing exteriors. There is already a similar layer of approval process in place on the 67 properties. The historic district would r e p l a c e t h e d ow n t ow n design overlay zoning district implemented in 2009. The change, Stacey said, is who has recommendation authority and oversight for exterior changes. With the design overlay district, it is the Planning Commission, with the historic district it would be the Landmarks Commission. The Landmarks Commission plans to hold a meeting for property owners to answer questions on the proposal Oct. 22. An additional public meeting Nov. 6 is planned to get input from community members. The time and location of both meetings is expected to be set during the Thursday, Oct. 10 landmarks commission meeting. The commission hired The Lakota Group, a historic preservation consulting firm, to help guide those meetings. Stacey said it is important that most property owners are on board with the designation, because the two groups must work together to ensure historical preservation of the building; with new exterior projects but also with ongoing maintenance. He said some owners
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The masonic hall, a designated local landmark in downtown Stoughton. might feel that the designation would mean the Landmarks Commission is taking control of the building and that the standards will cost more money, but that’s not the case. “What they don’t realize is that Plan Commission already has that authority,” Stacey said. “They just haven’t brought anything forward (for exterior changes).” If the proposal passes, the landmarks commission would like to work with property owners to help them receive local, state and national grants designated for historical projects, he said. Stacey noted there is a $5,000 mini-grant available to most properties in the existing design district. The money would be available for exterior project updates
through the Landmarks Commission and for most properties in the historic district. After the Oct. 22 and Nov. 6 meetings on the proposed LDHD, the Landmarks Commission plans to make a recommendation to the Common Council, which will have the final decision. If the council votes in favor of the historic district, a survey will be done of the 67 buildings to see if they meet the standards for historic places set by the U.S. Department of the Interior, a federal agency for the management and conservation of federal land and natural resources. Buildings that do not meet those standards would be considered “non conforming,” meaning the historical structure has been
changed so much it can not be considered historically significant. The Landmarks Commission also would write new standards, guided by the federal agency and similar to the current standards set by the Planning Commission but with more detail and more of an eye towards historic preservation. Fourteen of those buildings already are designated as local landmarks, meaning they are already set to those federal standards. All 67 properties are part of the Main Street Historic District. This state and national recognition is honorary, however, meaning properties do not have special requirements. However, if renovation of properties meet all the standards for the historic district, they would be able to apply for federal and state tax incentives. Stoughton has 32 local landmarks, four historic districts, 27 Nationally Registered Historic Places and 27 State Registered Historic Places. Many of these landmarks have overlapping designations. For example, Stoughton Public Library and the Stoughton Opera House are locally designated landmarks, part of the Main Street Historic District and listed on both the National Registration of Historic Places and State Registration of Historic Places.
Glossary Locally designated landmark district A locally designated landmark historic district is an entire area or group of historic structures deemed significant to the city’s cultural fabric that are protected by public review.
Local landmark A local landmark is a single improvement such as a home, commercial building which has a special character or historic interest in showing the development, heritage or cultural character of the city which has been designated as a landmark. There are 32 local landmarks in Stoughton that are protected by public review.
Historic District Honorary designations, where a group of properties is listed on the State and Federal Register of Historical Places. Properties in these historic districts to apply for state and federal tax incentives.
National Register for Historic Places The National Register is the official Federal list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects significant in American history. The National Park Service administers the National Register of Historic Places while nominations are usually initiated by private individuals and organizations, local governments and Native American tribes. It is an honorary designation.
State Register for Historic Places The State Register is Wisconsin’s official list of state properties determined to be significant to Wisconsin’s heritage. The State Historic Preservation Office at the Wisconsin Historical Society administers both the National Register and State Register in Wisconsin. wisconsinhistory.org
Landmarks Commission The Commission is a body of seven members of the community, appointed by the Mayor and approved by the Common Council, which serves to recognize and preserve the historic and cultural resources within the City of Stoughton, as prescribed by the Stoughton Landmarks Ordinance (Section 38-33). The Commission is primarily responsible for ensuring that the provisions in Stoughton’s historic preservation ordinance are executed accordingly.
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Tribute to Jimmy Santiago Baca Oct. 16 Poetry reading by Michael Hecht and Bill Camplin
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Jimmy Santiago Baca learned to write poetry in prison at the age of 21. That’s also when he learned to read. Performing with folk singer Bill Camplin, Michael Hecht will recount p o e m s b y S a n t i a g o B a c a 1 - 2 p . m . Wednesday, Oct. 16 at the Stoughton Opera House, 381 E. Main St. All proceeds from the event benefit the Stoughton Opera House. The work of Chicano-American poet, Santiago Baca, focuses on social justice and marginalized communities. Some of his famous pieces include Immigrants in Our Own Land, Healing Earthquakes and Spring Poems Along the Rio Grande. Hecht and Camplin’s performance
What: Tribute to poet Jimmy Santiago Baca When: 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16 Where: Stoughton Opera House, 381 E. Main St. Info: 877-4400 is in honor of National Latino Month. And although Hecht planned the event one year ago, he said the timing is ripe to remind people of Baca’s message of acceptance and looking out for one another. “ We b u i l t u p w a l l s b e t w e e n o u r ears,” Hecht said. C a m p l i n w i l l a c c o m p a ny H e c h t ’s readings of Baca’s work with music. For information, call 877-4400. Contact Mackenzie at mackenzie. krumme@wcinet.com.
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• Several business changes are in the process of taking place along Stoughton’s Main Street. Al Nygaard, operator of the Standard Service Station for the past 17 years, has purchased the Shell Service Station across the street from Halver Halverson. Nygaard took over operation of his new business Wednesday morning. Nygaard is planning to remodel and expand his new facilities. • Dedication of a new memorial organ will highlight Sunday’s observance of the 125th anniversary anniversary of the founding of the West Koshkonong Lutheran Church. Rev. Gary Peterson, former pastor of the West Koshkonong Lutheran Church, who is now associate minister of the United Lutheran Church of Red Wing, Minnesota, will be the guest speaker at the morning services, with a Norwegian smorgasbord scheduled from 3:30 to 7 p.m. at the church. • Veterans of Foreign Wars Badger Post 328, Tuesday night made final plans for an addition to be built on to their existing clubhouse, which is located just south of Stoughton on Veterans Road. Plans call for a 24-foot addition in which a walk-in refrigerator will take up 14 feet. The balance will be for dry storage. In addition, there will also be an equal amount of space in the basement of the new addition. This room will be used for storage of the club’s equipment. Work is expected to start this week. • Stoughton firemen, aided by the Oregon Fire Department, spent two and a half hours late Monday afternoon bringing a fire, which destroyed Badger Plastics Co., located on the former Anderson Hatchery west of the city, under control. The blaze, which was reported caused by a gas explosion, sent the firm’s employee, Claure Muetz, 808 S. Fourth St., to the Stoughton Community Hospital, where he was treated, and later released, for burns on his hands and face. • Fo l l ow i n g S t o u g h t o n C i t y Council action, Grant Street was renamed Gjertson Street, honoring the veteran city businessman and alderman, now retired.
• A passionate group of area residents led by former Stoughton Mayor Helen Johnson met last week in an effort to keep open the Dane County Human Services building in Stoughton. Roughly 75 citizens met for two hours on Sept. 23 in the lower level of the United Methodist Church and aired strong objections to the county’s proposal to sell its satellite human services building, located at 125 Veterans Road, and relocate services to Madison. • Stoughton residents and visitors had an opportunity to watch local artists at work this weekend during the sixth annual 14 South Artists Fall Tour. Stoughton was one of seven area communities participating in the event, which in many cases allowed visitors to watch artists work in their studios. Among the local artists participating in the tour were Gary Kvalheim, who specializes in carved and sculpted gourds, and linocut print artist Gary Nauman. • Facing a nearly $500,000 deficit in the 2010 budget, the Stoughton City Council recommended a 5.63 percent property tax increase last week that would add $70 to the annual tax bill on an average priced residence. Council President Carl Chenoweth said the 5.63 percent was a “target” that still requires the council to trim $493,695 from next year’s proposed $11.94 million operating budget, which is 1 percent higher than last year’s. • Despite a school consolidation and a tough economy, the majority of Stoughton residents who participated in a recent survey would support a moderate increase in their taxes and to maintain programs and services at Stoughton schools. That’s good news for the Stoughton Area School District administration, who may very well be asking for money from taxpayers next April. • Stoughton school district electors on Monday approved a $17.9 million tax levy, meaning the owner of a $200,000 home can expect an increase of $120 in their school taxes for the 2009-10 school year. Email Unified Newspaper Group reporter Scott De Laruelle at scott. delaruelle@wcinet.com.
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‘Immigrants in our Own Land’ Jimmy Santiago Baca ran away from the orphanage when he was 13 years old. He learned to read in prison at age 21, and today is a well known poet and social justice advocate. He won The American Book Award, Pushcart Prize and the Hispanic Heritage Award for Literature. Here is an excerpt from Immigrants in Our Own Land by Jimmy Santiago Baca: We are born with dreams in our hearts, looking for better days ahead. At the gates we are given new papers, our old clothes are taken and we are given overalls like mechanics wear. We are given shots and doctors ask questions. Then we gather in another room where counselors orient us to the new land we will now live in. We take tests. Some of us were craftsmen in the old world, good with our hands and proud of our work. Others were good with their heads. They used common sense like scholars use glasses and books to reach the world. But most of us didn’t finish high school.
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ConnectStoughton.com Lowell J. Gjermo Lowell J. Gjermo, age 86, passed away on Friday, Oct. 4, 2019 at Agrace in Fitchburg. He was born in Stoughton on Oct. 7, 1932, the son of Oscar and Ingebor Gjermo. Lowell graduated from Stoughton High School in 1950. On April 3, 1954 he married Sandra Munson. Lowell was a life long farmer and was involved i n m a ny d i ff e r e n t a r e a fa r m g r o u p s . H e wa s a life long member of West Ko s h k o n o n g L u t h e r a n Church. Lowell was an avid sports fan, especially Packers, Badgers, Brewers and NASCAR. He is survived by his seven children, Brian (Diane), Beth (Greg) Weisensel, Brent (Louann), Brenda (Dan) Nelson, Bruce (Sherri), Brad (Dana) and Barry (Gayle Welch); son-in-law, Jason Fish; 15 grandchildren;
Michael P. Stiklestad Michael P. Stiklestad of Stoughton/Bude, Mississippi age 74 died on Sept. 29, 2019 as the result of complications sustained in a car accident. H e wa s b o r n i n C o t tage Grove, Wisconsin to Henry and Helen (Whaley) Stiklestad on Sept. 7, 1945. They moved to the family farm, Stiklestad Stables, north of Stoughton, when Mike was seven. Mike attended Buckeye Country School, Kegonsa Country School and other Stoughton schools, graduating from Stoughton High School in 1963. He a t t e n d e d U W- W h i t ewater until he was drafted into the Army and Mike served his country in the Vietnam War from Sept e m b e r, 1 9 6 6 u n t i l h i s
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13 great grandchildren; two sisters, Barbara (Ron) Furseth and Carol Brandt; nieces and nephews; friends; and beloved dog, Molly. L ow e l l wa s p r e c e d e d in death by his parents; wife; daughter, Belinda Fish; and brother, Dale Gjermo. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019 a t We s t K o s h k o n o n g Lutheran Church, 1911 Koshkonong Road, Stoughton, with Rev. Eric Bakken officiating.
h o n o r a b l e d i s c h a rg e i n 1969. He worked at Research Products in Madison until his retirement. Mike was a passionate sports fan. He especially loved the Wisconsin Badgers, Milwaukee Brewers and Green Bay Packers. He held Badger football tickets for many years, attended one Rose Bowl ga m e , a t t e n d e d n u m e rous Brewer games as well as spring training while living in Wisconsin. He later moved to Mississippi and cheered for Mississippi State in addition to his Wisconsin teams. M i k e h a d t w o b e l ove d cats, Ole and Lena. Mike was very proud of his Norwegian heri tage and loved attending the annual Syttende Mai festival in Stoughton to catch up with friends and enjoy the Norwegian treats.
F r i e n d s a n d r e l a t ive s are invited to a luncheon, immediately following, in the church fellowship hall. Visitation will be held f r o m 4 - 7 : 0 0 p . m . o n Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2019 at Cress Funeral Home in Stoughton, and from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services Thursday at church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made t o We s t K o s h k o n o n g Lutheran Church or Agrace HospiceCare Inc. A special thank you to the staff of Aster in Cottage Grove and Agrace HospiceCare Inc. and to all of our friends and family for their care and support. Please share your memories of Lowell at: www. CressFuneralService. com. Cress Funeral Service 206 W. Prospect Street, Stoughton 873-9244
Mike is survived by his brother Dale (Sue) Stiklestad and sister Susan (Don) Denner both of Stoughton, seven nieces and nephews: Becca (Andy) Jarzynski, Kate (Jeff) Peterson, Kevin Stiklestad, Brian (Meghan) Stiklestad, Jaime Denner, Kjersten (Jeff) Janowski, and Drew Denner. He is also survived by one uncle, Richard Whal ey, a l o n g w i t h s eve r a l great nieces and nephews and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Helen, and his sisters Barbara Hubing and Jeanne Lane. A Celebration of Life will be held at the VFW in Stoughton on Oct. 26 from 12:30- 3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials made by made to VFW Post #328 in Stoughton.
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Dane County
Manure ordinance raises standards Incorporates recommendation from county task force JUSTIN LOEWEN
On the Web View the complete ordinance at:
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UNG correspondent
A new ordinance has increased standards and requirements for manure spreading in Dane County. Chapter 49 of the Dane County Code of Ordinances went into effect July 1, replacing subchapter 1 of the county’s older manure ordinance, Chapter 14. Along with cleaning up some confusing language, the new ordinance incorporates recommendations from Dane County’s Healthy Farms, Healthy Lakes Task Force. These include adopting state standards and prohibitions, broadening manure storage requirements, adding a certificate of use program and expanding the county’s winter spreading permit. State agricultural performance standards require that farmers must retain soil on their land, cannot till up to streams of banks and must comply with the state phosphorus index. Farmers must also operate manure storage facilities properly and abandon them if there is a health threat, must have clean water diversions and must have a nutrient management plan on file. Agricultural prohibitions maintain that
manure storage facilities must not overflow, manure piles in a water quality management area must not be uncovered and there must be no direct runoff into water of the state. A 20-year manure storage permit costs $1,000 and requires that new structures have a 350-foot setback from property lines and roads. Permit users must also include storage systems that can process wastewater and collect runoff from barnyards. To ensure farmers are following these requirements, the ordinance is introducing a certificate of use program for all manure storages. If the county receives the application by Nov. 1, 2020, it will waive the $1,000 fee. The ordinance also updated Dane County’s winter spreading permit, which farmers must have if they apply manure during frozen or snow-covered conditions. The permit was previously limited to pumpable liquid manure, but now encompasses all forms of manure including solid waste. For information, call Dane County conservationist Amy Piaget at 224-3740 or email piaget.amy@countyofdane.com.
Affordable vaccination clinic MACKENZIE KRUMME Unified Newspaper Group
Second Chance Animal Advocates (SCAA) is having an affordable vaccination clinic 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 12 at the Stoughton Fire Department, 401 E. Main St. Rabies vaccines are $12 and distemper vaccines are $20. Cats are welcome between 10-10:30 a.m. for a quiet vaccination environment. Cats and dogs are welcome for vaccines between 10:30 a.m. and noon. Kari Aagerup, founder of SCAA said
while she doesn’t want affordable clinics like this to replace regular veterinary visits, she hopes this is a resource for people struggling to pay for pet care. “Rabies vaccination is the law- but even then it can be hard to get the money together,” Aagerup said. Licensed veterinarian Claire DeChristina from Chalet Clinic will be administering the vaccinations. Participants can bring vaccination records but are not required to. Cats should be in a carrier and dogs should be leashed. For more information, call 205-6636.
Legals 2019-20 Budget Summary by Fund Notice is hereby given to qualified electors of the Stoughton Area School District that the Annual Meeting will be held in the Board Room of the Administration and Educational Services Center at 320 North Street, Stoughton, on the 21st day of October, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. The budget summary printed below reflects the information available on October 3, 2019. Supporting budget documentation is available for inspection in the District's Business Services Office at 320 North Street. Audited 2017-18
Unaudited 2018-19
Budget 2019-20
Audited 2017-18
General Fund (10) Beginning Fund Balance
10,790,113
10,909,015
11,707,655
Beginning Fund Balance
Ending Fund Balance
10,909,015
11,707,655
11,707,655
Ending Fund Balance
Revenues & Other Financing Sources Transfers-In (Source 100) Local Sources (Source 200) Inter-district Payments (Source 300 + 400) Intermediate Sources (Source 500) State Sources (Source 600) Federal Sources (Source 700)
Unaudited 2018-19
Budget 2019-20
Long Term Capital Improvement Trust Fund (46)
0
0
0
22,181,682
23,347,659
24,612,175
576,593
589,081
727,653
0
6,218
0
15,947,403
16,310,605
14,442,501
582,810
2,222,760
2,624,496
2,624,496
3,024,496
916,835
401,736
400,000
Expenditures & Other Financing Uses
0
0
0
CapitalProjects Funds (49) Beginning Fund Balance
254,384
254,128
251,551
Ending Fund Balance
254,128
251,551
257,551
736,842
Revenues & Other Financing Sources
2,494
5,705
6,000
355,549
300,943
102,554
Expenditures & Other Financing Uses
2,750
8,282
0
39,639,753
41,137,316
40,621,725
Instruction (Function 100 000)
16,776,782
17,466,281
17,814,791
Ending Fund Balance
259,912
283,553
261,627
Support Services (Function 200 000)
15,696,662
16,318,344
15,732,038
Revenues & Other Financing Sources
983,963
985,608
1,007,998
Expenditures & Other Financing Uses
959,509
961,967
1,029,924
All Other Sources (800 + 900) Total Revenue & Other Financing Sources
578,526
1,305,925 2,222,760
Revenues & Other Financing Sources
Food Service Fund (50) Expenditures & Other Financing Uses
Non-Program Transactions (Function 400 000) Total Expenditures & Other Financing Uses
Beginning Fund Balance
7,047,407
6,554,051
39,520,851
40,338,676
7,074,896 *
235,458
259,912
283,553
40,621,725 Community Service Fund (80)
Special Revenue Trust Fund (21)
Beginning Fund Balance
251,490
Beginning Fund Balance
329,186
323,183
301,567
Ending Fund Balance
143,549
78,238
78,238
Ending Fund Balance
323,183
301,567
153,614
Revenues & Other Financing Sources
146,053
201,076
143,549
282,221
78,238
Revenues & Other Financing Sources
505,673
686,767
8,000
Expenditures & Other Financing Uses
253,994
266,387
282,221
Expenditures & Other Financing Uses
511,676
708,383
155,953 0
0
0
Package and Cooperative Program Fund (90) Special Education Fund (27) Beginning Fund Balance
Beginning Fund Balance
0
0
0
0
0
0
Revenues & Other Financing Sources
39,529
39,303
41,454
Revenues & Other Financing Sources
6,328,860
6,693,175
6,979,612
Expenditures & Other Financing Uses
39,529
39,303
41,454
Expenditures & Other Financing Uses
6,328,860
6,693,175
6,979,612 21,621,921
22,803,406
23,892,502
Beginning Fund Balance
607,206
593,221
536,866
Debt Service (39)
1,372,018
1,370,902
1,445,310
Ending Fund Balance
593,221
536,866
598,071
Capital Expansion (41)
1,180,604
543,869
554,746
Revenues & Other Financing Sources
1,514,678
1,475,670
1,598,355
Community Service (80)
50,000
100,000
189,966
Expenditures & Other Financing Uses
1,528,663
1,532,025
1,537,150
Prior Year Chargeback
0
1,082
1,053
24,224,543
24,819,259
26,083,577
2.46%
5.09%
Ending Fund Balance
0
0
0
Ending Fund Balance
Tax Levy by Fund Debt Service Fund (39)
General (10)
Total School Levy Capital Expansion Fund (41) 1,055,892
1,162,034
1,531,257
Ending Fund Balance
1,162,034
1,531,257
1,421,003
Revenues & Other Financing Sources
Beginning Fund Balance
1,192,964
579,484
579,746
Equalized Property Value
% Increase - Total Levy from Prior Year
Expenditures & Other Financing Uses
1,086,822
210,261
690,000
Mill Rate
2,116,923,3802,265,438,737 2,386,039,173 0.0114433
Mill Rate Increase / (Decrease)
Published: October 10, 2019 WNAXLP
0.0109556
0.0109317
-4.26%
-0.22%
*Includes a $4,758,312 transfer from Fund 10 to Fund 27 Updated 9/11/19
STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, DANE COUNTY, NOTICE TO CREDITORS (INFORMAL ADMINISTRATION) IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ODEAN A. TEIGEN Case No. 2019PR688 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for Informal Administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth June 25, 1933 and date of death September 10, 2019, was domiciled in Dane County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 101 Isham Street, Stoughton, WI 53589. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedents estate is December 27, 2019. 5. A claim may be filed at the Dane County Courthouse, 215 S. Hamilton Street, Madison, Wisconsin, Room 1005. Electronically signed by Danell Behrens Deputy Probate Registrar September 24, 2019 Michael D. Rumpf PO Box 1 Cambridge, WI 53523 (608) 423-3254 Bar Number: 1015663 Published: October 3, 10 and 17, 2019 WNAXLP *** PUBLIC INFORMATION AND INPUT MEETING NOTICE Master Plan for Proposed Improvements for Mandt Park The City of Stoughton Parks & Recreation cordially invites you to attend a Public Information and Input Meeting concerning the Master Plan of Mandt Park. Tuesday, October 15, 2019 6:30 pm Stoughton Fire Station Training Room, 401 E. Main St The purpose of this project is to assist the City of Stoughton with developing a long-range master plan for Mandt Park. The intent of the meeting is to gather input from residents and stakeholders on future improvements at Mandt Park. The meeting will begin at 6:30 pm to review concepts developed from input from the online community survey, stakeholder meetings, and City staff. Time for questions and comments will follow the
presentation. Representatives from the City of Stoughton Parks and project consultant will be present to discuss the project and answer questions. An opportunity to offer comments during the meeting or in writing after the meeting will be provided. Written comments will be accepted until October 31, 2019, at the City of Stoughton City Hall, or via email (dschmitt@msa-ps. com). If you have any questions or comments regarding the plan and proposed improvements, or are unable to attend the public meeting and would like to discuss the proposed project in person with a project representative, please contact Dan Glynn, at (608) 873-6746 (email DGlynn@ci.stoughton.wi.us). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable
Federal and State laws, the meeting will be accessible to individuals with disabilities. Persons requiring a reasonable accommodation should call the City at 8736677 preferably no later than five days before the meeting. Dan Glynn City of Stoughton, Parks and Recreation Director Published: October 10, 2019 WNAXLP *** DUNKIRK DAM LAKE DISTRICT MEETING 6:30 PM, WED., OCT. 16TH, DUNKIRK TOWN HALL Published: October 10, 2019 WNAXLP ***
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Ed and Karen Ott encourage grandchild Jackson Cannady with “Go Jackson” signs.
From left, adults cheer on students Nathan Harvey, Adam Brooks and Huckley Zoladz. Photos by Mackenzie Krumme
From left Morgen Luchsinger, Meera Kale, Jackson Riemersma and Arianna Teniente race around the track to raise money for their school during Fox Prairie Elementary School’s Fox Trot Friday, Oct. 4.
First grader Hannah Freeman runs lap #16 during the Fox Trot. Natalie Winslow has a drink of water and a banana after the event.
Nina Nevins and Soren Christensen support runner Barret Christensen.
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FORD 2005 Freestar, SUV, recently adapted to transport a wheelchair or scooter for an individual, new tires, brakes & internal replacements. Includes new Golden Companion scooter, $10,500 OBO. 563-8450796.
Help Wanted LOST DOG. HAVE YOU SEEN KATIE? MISSING SINCE EARLY AUGUST. PLEASE DO NOT CHASE HER. TEXT US A PICTURE TO: 608-469-5439 OR 608-469-5440. FOR MORE INFO VISIT OUR FB PAGE: BRING KATIE HOME.
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IN-HOME CAREGIVER. Monday and Friday, 7am-2pm. Nights-Mon., Tues., Sat., 4pm-9pm. Easy work, high pay, references. Perfect for a retired individual. 608-426-0807. CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE IS Noon Monda for the Stoughton Courier Hub unless changed because of holiday work schedules. Call now to place your ad, 8736671 or 835-6677.
SCHOOL-AGED TEACHER After School Clubs, Incorporated is now hiring Teachers for our School-Aged program located in Oregon, serving children 5-13 years of age. The energetic candidate must have successfully completed the Asst. and Teacher classes along with being an experienced Teacher in a childcare setting. We provide a great working environment and flexibility of scheduling for our dedicated staff members. If you enjoy working with children, please call Jamie, Janelle or Lisa at 835-9808 or you may send a resume to ASC, 276 Soden Drive, Oregon, WI 53575. WAITSTAFF WANTED. Apply at Sunrise Family Restaurant 1052 W. Main, Stoughton. CLASSIFIEDS, 873-6671 or 835-6677. It pays to read the fine print.
2004 PARK Avenue 108K, nice, 2014 International semi, (Cummins). 608778-6600.
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Fox mascot does warm up exercises with the students.
Sporting Goods TOP CASH PAID! FOR OLD MOTORCYCLES! 1900-1980 1,000+ Guns @ Auction! Saturday Oct. 19th @ 9AM Prairie du Dead or Alive 888-800-1932 or 920-371-0494 Chien, WI Preview: Friday, Oct. 18th 2-7PM Collectible & ModHelp Wanted – Truck Driver ern Estate Firearms www.KramerSales.com OTR DRY VAN & FLATBED DRIVERS - Run the Midwest ReWanted to Buy or Trade gion Home every weekend - Yearly increase- Paid Vacation/ WANTED FREON R12: We pay CA$H. R12 R500 R11 Conve- Holidays, Health/Dental Insurance , Short-term Disability , Life nient, Certified Professionals (312) 291-9169 RefrigerantFind- Insurance, Also $1,000.00 sign on bonus Call (608)-873-2922 , ers.com/ads curt@stoughton-trucking.com adno=111685
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OFFICE CLEANING in Stoughton Mon-Fri 5pm. Visit our website: www. capitalcityclean.com or call our office 608-831-8850.
GREENWOOD APARTMENTS. Apartments for Seniors 55+,currently has 1 & 2 bedroom unitsavailable starting at $810 per month,includes heat, water, and sewer. 608-835-6717 Located at: 139 Wolf St., Oregon, WI 53575
SNOW PLOWING Residential & Commercial Fully Insured. 608-873-7038 or 608-669-0025
STOUGHTON. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, very large garage, CA, half acre in country, deck, fire pit, water and sewer included, non-smoking, some pets OK. Available now. $1,800. 608770-0999.
Pets GERMAN SHEPHERD puppies, 6 female, 3 male, shots and de-wormed, nice black and tan markings, parents on site, $200 each. Ready by September 14, reserve yours now. Jacob Beiler, 19826 Dunbarton Rd, Shullsburg, WI. No Sunday Sales. GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS. AKC, OFA, excellent temperament, import stock. Guaranteed. 715-537-5413. www.jerland.com. MINI AUSTRALIAN Shepherd Border Collie cross puppies, 6 blue merle, 2 black and white. $110 each. Born 7-30-19, ready now. Elam Stoltzfus, 9324 Kussmaul Rd, Mt. Hope, WI. 53816. No Sunday Sales. REGISTERED BORDER Collie puppies, $300 each. Platteville, WI. 608732-5052. TEDDY BEARS, Pomeranian, Cavapoo, Cavachon, Shorkie, Morkie, Westie, Wheaton Terrier, Yorkies, Poochons, Mini-Goldendoodles. $595 $1,595 or more WWW. SPRINGGREENPUPS.COM Lic #474872 Brenda 608-574-7931
Antiques BUYING US Gold & Silver Coins and Collectibles. Call 608-988-6406. Rick Miles Coin. COLUMBUS ANTIQUE MALL & CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS MUSEUM “Wisconsin's Largest Antique Mall!’ Customer Appreciation Week 20% off October 7-13 Enter daily 8am-4pm 7 8,000SF 200 Dealers in 400 Booths Third floor furniture, locked cases Location: 239 Whitney St Columbus, WI 53925 920-623-1992 www.columbusantiquemall.com
Misc. FOR SALE 6 Toy Display Cases. Best-offer. 608-455-2794. FOR SALE: Dormitory-sized refrigerator $50, Full adult-sized left-handed golf clubs and bag $100. 608-8739059. DRY OAK and Cherry Firewood For Sale. Contact Dave at 608-445-6423 or Pete 608-712-3223. FOR SALE. Oak Firewood. Dried for 2 years. The Best! Face cord $150. Delivery available. 608-217-6662. SEASONED SPLIT OAK, Hardwood. Volume discount. Will deliver. 608609-1181
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 VERONA. 2-BEDROOM, 1 Bath, $1200mo. Everything included plus internet. October 1-August 1, 2020. 608-320-0480.
Storage Spaces For Rent ALL SEASONS SELF STORAGE 10x10 10x15 10x20 10x25 10x30 Security Lights-24/7 access OREGON/BROOKLYN CALL 608-444-2900 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
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
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FOR SALE: Case 881 chopper, both heads. Feterl Grain Auger, 8"x60'. R40 Gleaner Combine, 3 heads with transport cart. 9 Shank Brillion soil saver. All good condition. 608-7320199.
OFFICE SPACES FOR RENT In Oregon facing 15th holeon golf course Free Wi-Fi, Parking and Security System Conference rooms available Kitchenette-Breakroom Autumn Woods Prof. Centre Marty 608-835-3628
FRITZ BARN PAINTING SUPER FALL SPECAIL! Rusty roofs, alumakote and zinc. Free-estimate. 608221-3510.
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farm house, 4-5 bedrooms, walkin attic, spacious kitchen, dining room and living room. Approx 60 acres, with or without buildings. Close to Platteville, all in Extra Territorial Zone Platteville, WI. Can be divided. 608-732-5052.
LAKEVIEW HOMESITE. Driftless area, 20 minutes Madison-Spring Green. Approx. 3 acres. See website (forsalebyowner.com, Listing No. 24196959). 608-7954365.
Horses BUYING ALL Types of horses and ponies. Riding or not. Cash paid. 262930-9271.
41ST ANNUAL Swap Meet, Hawkeye Downs, Cedar Rapids, IA October 19th, 8am-5pm Cedar Rapids Region of the AACA Club John Maxwell (Inside Registration) 319-389-7816, 9am-9pm www.cedarrapidsregionacca.com.
Wanted 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
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OREGON SELF-STORAGE 10x10 through 10x25 month to month lease Call Tim at 608-576-3968.
FIVE JERSEY bull calves, still on milk, $70 each. Jacob Beiler, 19826 Dunbarton Rd, Shullsburg, WI 53586. No Sunday Sales.
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Sloan Implement is currently looking for a full-time Truck Driver at our Mt. Horeb, WI location to transport equipment to/from customers and/or between dealer facilities. Candidates that apply must have a valid CDL License, 1+ years experience as a semi-trailer truck operator, excellent driving record, and experience with loading and unloading heavy equipment is preferred. For additional job duties, requirements, and to see our full time benefit package, please go online to sloans.com. If you are interested and qualified for the position, please apply online or come into the store to fill out an application.
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WANTED: CONSIGNORS for the upcoming PAPA Alliance Black hided Feeder Calf and Yearling sales at Bloomington Livestock Exchange, Bloomington, WI. Sale dates are November 1, December 6 and January 3. Call and get on the early listings for whichever sale works best for you. No dairy crosses. All new on November 15 PAPA Alliance is sponsoring it's first red hided sale for Red Angus and Hereford and all other red calves and yearlings. Take advantage of this all new sale specifically for red hided cattle. For information contact Greg May 608-574-0719 or BLE 608-994-2020.
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Thank you all firefighters, volunteers and staff!
Firefighters and First Responders.
Shaw Building & Design, Inc. 3185 Deer Point Dr. Stoughton, WI (608) 877-1131 Visit our website www.shawbuilders.com
814 Jackson St. • Stoughton, WI (608) 873-6448 • nazarethhealth.com
Support your local fire department and the nerchants that support them.
Reproduced from NFPS’s Fire Prevention Week website, www.firepreventionweek.org © 2019 NFPA.
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Stay in the kitchen while you are frying, grilling or broiling food. If you need to leave the kitchen even for a short period of time, turn off the stove. 1060 W. Main St., #1 Stoughton, WI 873-7737 Order online at: stoughtonpizzapit.com
Keep a Small Fire Extinguisher in the Kitchen!
Thank you Stoughton Fire Department For All of Your Hard Work & Dedication!
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Skaalen Retirement Services
400 N. Morris St., Stoughton, WI 53589 (608) 873-5651
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www.stoughtonhospital.com
Thank You Firefighters!
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900 Ridge St. • Stoughton, WI Affiliated with SSM Health Care of Wisconsin
Fire Department Crew: Fire Chief Scott Wegner, Fire Marshal Mark Miller, Assistant Chief Dick Kittleson, AC/Safety Ofc. Donald Hanson, Assistant Chief Mark Hale, Captain Jerry King, Captain Rob Lamers, Mason Barber, Brian Alme, Eric Hohol, John Venturino, Captain Brad Rask, Josh Ripp, Matt Hamilton, Travis Miller, Nick Podgorski, Captain Scott Broughton, Trent Nihles, Mike Lamberty, Scott Helm, Jason Whitley, Captain Paul Updike, Matt Wegner, Kent Brown, Andrew Ott, Emma Gunsolus, Captain Mike Olson, Peter Gander, Don Dushack, Mike Stacey, Captain Brett Topp, Tracie Bauer, Justin Richter, Chad Cartwright, Andrew Boersma, John Erlandson.
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