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Local Prep scores from over the weekend
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by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Boys Hockey
RWD/Mauston 3 Eau Claire North 2
Somerset 3 RWD/Mauston 0
Tomah/Sparta 6 Marshfield 0
Monona Grove 4 Tomah/Sparta 2
Girls Hockey
Warbirds 4 Badger Lightning 2
St. Croix Valley 3 Black River Falls/Tomah 2
Bay Area 3 Black River Falls/Tomah 0
Black River Falls/Tomah 3 Western Wisconsin 1
Girls Basketball
Pittsville 66 Nekoosa 13
Marshfield Columbus Catholic 51 Nekoosa 11
Bangor 77 St. Augustine Prep 12
Bangor 60 Milwaukee Academy of Science 39
Boys Basketball
Port Edwards 59 Nekoosa 40
Nekoosa 59 Wisconsin Rapids Assumption 47
Donate blood and save a life with Mile Bluff Medical Center!
5 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Giving warms the heart, and there is no substitute for the lifesaving gift of blood. It is precious, it is perishable, and the need for it is vital.
Do your part to help save lives by joining the Blood Center of Wisconsin at a two-day blood drive being held on Thursday, December 19 and Friday, December 20 from 9 am to 2 pm at Mile Bluff Medical Center in Mauston. Appointments are strongly encouraged, but walk-ins will be welcomed.
Requirements for being a blood donor:
- Be at least 17 years old (16-year-olds may donate with parental consent)
- Weigh at least 110 pounds
- Feel well and in good health
- Not have had hepatitis after age 11 years
- Not have had any risk factors/behaviors associated with HIV/AIDS
Tips to remember the day you donate:
- Eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of fluids prior to and following your donation.
- Bring along a photo ID such as a driver’s license.
- Avoid strenuous physical exercise until the day following your donation.
To reserve your spot, call the Blood Center of Wisconsin at 1-877-232-4376 or visit donate.wisconsin.versiti.org and search for Mile Bluff in the mobile drives.
To see more events like this, check out the upcoming events page at milebluff.com.
Stechmesser, Linda Lou Age 78 of Coloma
5 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Linda Lou Stechmesser, 78, of Coloma, Wisconsin, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Neenah.
A celebration of Linda’s life will take place on Monday, December 2, 2024, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Friendship, Wisconsin. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM, followed by a memorial service at 12:00 Noon, officiated by Pastor Russell “Chip” Wilke III. Interment at Trinity Cemetery in Fall Creek, Wisconsin, will be held at a later date.
Linda was born on August 4, 1946, in Augusta, Wisconsin, to Raymond and Jessie (Stephan) Lipke. She graduated from Augusta High School in 1964. Linda married Larry Westphal on July 29, 1967, and together they welcomed three children: Loren, Lisa, and Lonnie. After Larry’s untimely passing in 1973, Linda found love again with Loren Wathke, whom she married on August 10, 1974. They were blessed with their daughter, Lynette. Loren passed away in 1990. Linda’s journey brought her to Harold E. Stechmesser, whom she married on July 25, 1992. Together, they shared 32 wonderful years.
Linda was a devoted homemaker whose creativity and passions enriched her life and those around her. She loved fishing, gardening, knitting, crafting, and sewing, finding beauty and purpose in her hobbies. She was a proud and faithful member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Friendship.
Linda is lovingly remembered by her husband of 32 years, Harold; her children, Loren Westphal, Lisa (Larry) Smiskey, Lonnie (Kendra) Westphal, and Lynette (Gilbert) Kvatek; her grandchildren, Kayla (Corey), Nathan (Chelsey), Jacob (Courtney), Easton, Makkena, Kadin, Lane, Laith, Ridley, Max, Shayla, and Dash; and her nine great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother, Robert (Sue) Lipke; her sister, Mary Rahl; her sister-in-law, Ruth Petrie; and numerous extended family members and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Jessie; her first husband, Larry Westphal; her second husband, Loren Wathke; brothers-in-law, Robert and Gene; sisters-in-law, Hazel (Harvey) Guse and Esther Stechmesser; and many other cherished family members from her earlier marriages.
Linda’s family extends their heartfelt gratitude to all who have offered support during this difficult time.
Arrangements are being handled by Roseberry’s Funeral Home. To share condolences or memories of Linda, please visit www.roseberrys.com.
Rogers, Roiette Jane (RJ) Age 70 of Mauston
5 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Roiette Jane (RJ) Rogers, age 70, of Mauston, Wisconsin, passed away on November 27,
2024, at Gunderson Lutheran Hospital in La Crosse, Wisconsin.
Born on January 6, 1954, in La Crosse, RJ was the daughter of Roy and Alice McMichael. She
graduated from La Crosse Central High School in 1972 and earned a degree in Computer
Programming from Western Wisconsin Technical College in 1983.
On May 21, 1983, RJ married Edwin Allen Rogers. The couple moved to Mauston, Wisconsin in
June of that same year. They were blessed to raise four daughters: Krista, Stacey, Amanda, and Courtney.
RJ was deeply dedicated to her family, serving as both a loving mother and grandmother. She
and her husband Ed proudly raised their four daughters and cared for their grandchildren. She
was known for her nurturing nature, teaching her grandchildren valuable skills like baking
cookies, learning numbers, and playing games.
Her commitment to education extended beyond her family. RJ was a longstanding member of
the Mauston School Board, serving for 24 years in various leadership roles. She held the
positions of Vice-President during the construction of the new High School and President during
the building of the new Elementary School. Her passion for education was evident in her
unwavering support of students and her desire to see them achieve their best.
RJ cherished travel and family time. She and Ed enjoyed memorable trips, including visits to
Germany to see their daughter Krista and son-in-law. She returned to Germany for the birth of
her twin granddaughters and later embarked on two Caribbean Cruises with her husband, sister
Trish, brother-in-law Brian Nicholls, and family friends. She also traveled to Texas and Kansas
to visit relatives.
A devoted grandmother and family-oriented woman, RJ found great joy in visiting her daughters’
families and spending time with her grandchildren. She was an enthusiastic supporter of school
activities, regularly attending plays, musicals, and sporting events, and took immense pride in
the Mauston School System.
RJ is survived by her loving husband of 41 years, Edwin Rogers, and four daughters. Krista
(Robert) Brooks, Stacey (Phil) Klein, Amanda (Charlie) Staniger, and Courtney (Alex) Tomany.
She is also survived by her thirteen grandchildren: Stephanie and Emily Brooks, Brody and
Aubrey McCluskey, Carson and Lindsay Klein, Kaylee, Ellie, and Molly Staniger, Sophia
Brummund, Grayson, and Gavin Tomany.
She is also survived by her sister, Patricia “Trish” Nicholls, her husband Brian, and their four
children and families. As well as, brothers and sisters-in-law, Judy and Jim Droster, Jody and
Sandy Rogers, and their families.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.m., Friday, December 6, 2024 at Bethany Lutheran Church, Mauston. Visitation will be held Thursday, December 5th from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until time of service at the church.
A special thank you to all the medical support staff at Gunderson Lutheran of LaCrosse, Mile
Bluff Medical Center of Mauston, and Fair View Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Mauston
Hagenah, Forrest J. “Frosty” Age 74 of Hillsboro
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by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Forrest J. “Frosty” Hagenah, age 74 years, of Hillsboro, Wisconsin, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024 at Bluffview Memory Care in Holmen.
He was born on December 6, 1949 in Richland Center, the son of John and Belva (Dempsey) Hagenah. Frosty graduated from the Hillsboro High School in 1968 and then served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War in 1970-1971.
Frosty returned to Hillsboro and worked in the family logging business. He then attended the Nicolet College for Logging and lived in Rhinelander for a time, before returning back to Hillsboro where he owned and operated the E. Hagenah Lumber Company for many years. Later, Frosty also worked at Whitehall Specialties in Hillsboro.
He was a longtime member of the Hillsboro Area Fire Department and volunteered at their many functions, including the Labor Day festival. He also enjoyed playing softball, golfing, shooting darts, attending Wisconsin Badgers football games in Madison and continuing to visit the Rhinelander area.
Survivors include his siblings, Terry “Scoot” Hagenah (Mike Griffin), John “Twig” (Marsha) Hagenah, Dirk “Chip” (Joanne) Hagenah, Tamara “Tiz” Hagenah and Karl “Dutch” Hagenah; many nieces and nephews and special friend, Joann Biermeier.
A celebration of Frosty’s life will take place on Wednesday, December 4, 2024. A graveside gathering with military rites will take place at the Mount Vernon Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. and then family and friends are invited to the Hillsboro Firemen’s Community Center in Hillsboro for continued celebration.
In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to an animal shelter or humane society.
The Picha Funeral Home in Hillsboro is assisting with arrangements, for online information go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com
Maynard, Lee W. Age 81 of Grand Marsh
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by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Lee W. Maynard, age 81, of Grand Marsh, Wisconsin passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at his home in the Town of Lincoln, Grand Marsh, Wisconsin.
Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 7th, 2024 at Arising Christian Church in Friendship, Wisconsin. Rev. Dennis Quinnell will officiate. Visitation will be Saturday, December 7th, from 10:00 am until the time of service. Military honors will be presented following the service. Friends and family are then invited to stay for a luncheon beginning at 12:00 Noon.
Lee was born on March 16, 1943 in Adams, Wisconsin to Walter J. and Beulah (McChesney) Maynard. Lee married his loving wife Leonida Remoto on July 19, 1979 in the Philippines.
Lee Maynard graduated from Adams-Friendship High School. He received an Associate’s Degree in military technology and was assigned to Roosevelt Road, Puerto Rico. He retired after 20 years in the United States Navy in 1980. He also received a Word Processor Specialist degree at Mid-State Technical College in May 1990. He then went on to work for the Wisconsin Department of Corrections and the Wisconsin Council for Developmental Disabilities as a word processing specialist and retired from the State of Wisconsin in 2007. Lee loved God and was very devout. In his spare time Lee enjoyed reading, walking, and carpentry.
Lee was preceded in death by: Walter J. Maynard (Father), Beulah R. Maynard (Mother), and David Maynard (Brother), Renea Maynard (Niece).
Lee Maynard is survived by his wife, Nida (Remoto) Maynard at Grand Marsh; Children, Zander R. Maynard, Spouse Jennifer (Baker) Maynard in Madison, WI; Timothy R. Maynard in Madison, WI, Grandchild: Michael Baker in Madison, WI. Also survived by his brother, Roger J Maynard, Spouse Mary (Cox) Maynard at Beloit, WI.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Baldwin Delivers $400,000 to Build New Law Enforcement Facility in New Lisbon
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by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Baldwin-backed funding will replace century-old building, enhance safety and efficiency
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced $400,000 to construct a new facility for the city of New Lisbon’s law enforcement department. The new facility will reduce safety risks posed by the current century-old building, upgrade infrastructure, and improve efficiency.
“Our local law enforcement officers work tirelessly to keep our families, friends, and neighbors safe, and I’m fighting to make sure they have what they need to do their jobs,” said Senator Baldwin. “This investment will help the City of New Lisbon build a new police department – helping officers meet new challenges, keep our communities safe, and attract and retain talent.”
The funding comes through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Community Facilities grant program, funded by the Baldwin-backed annual government funding bill. The new facility will feature designated areas for offices of the police chief, administrative assistant, and officers to ensure the safety of both law enforcement officials and civilians entering and exiting the building. It will also include a waiting room, break room, interrogation room, evidence and evidence storage rooms, armory, storage spaces, training area, bathroom areas, and a drive-through squad bay.
Mauston NARCAN Training
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by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
SAFE in Juneau County will be hosting a FREE community Narcan training at the Hatch Public Library in
Mauston on Tuesday, December 3rd from 5:30-6:30pm. This training will teach participants how to take
life-saving steps in the event of an opioid overdose. Participants will learn how to recognize the signs of
an opioid overdose and administer the opioid overdose reversal drug Naloxone (brand name Narcan).
The free training is open to all community members, and participants will leave the training with free
resources, including two doses of Narcan. If you are unable to attend the training, stop by the Juneau
County Health Department during normal business hours to access these harm reduction materials.
Registration is required to reserve your spot and guarantee free resources. Register at this link:
https://forms.gle/vAqSz86XCWp84y1P8. Please call 608-847-9373 with any questions.
Public meeting for WIS 80 in Juneau County
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by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is conducting a public involvement meeting to discuss pavement improvements on WIS 80 from WIS 33 in Union Center to the Baraboo River Bridge in Elroy, Juneau County. Construction is scheduled for 2031.
The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 10, 2024, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Union Center Town Hall, 339 High Street, Union Center. The objective of this meeting is to familiarize the public with the purpose and need for the project and to obtain input on the proposed improvements.
This project will consist of a mill and relay of the existing pavement followed by an asphalt overlay. Replacement of guardrail, curb ramps and the crossing at Perry Street in Union Center. During construction WIS 80 will be closed to through traffic and detoured for one stage of the project, remaining construction will take place under flagging operations. Access to local properties and businesses will be maintained.
Adjacent property owners are encouraged to attend the meeting. If unable to attend or for more information contact WisDOT Project Manager Jered Lex at (608) 785-9956, jered.lex@dot.wi.gov. Written comments can be mailed to Jered Lex at 3550 Mormon Coulee Road, La Crosse WI 54601.
Citizens who are deaf or hard of hearing and require an interpreter may request one by contacting Jered Lex at least three working days prior to the meeting.
Kendall Man Arrested on Drug Charges
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by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Vernon County Sheri? Roy Torgerson in partnership with the Wisconsin
Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) today announced
that Brandon Robert Sebranek, age 30, is facing several drug charges afer a search
warrant was executed on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at a residence on Mt. Tabor
Road, in the town of Forest as the result of an ongoing investigation.
During the search, several items were seized. Sebranek appeared in Vernon County
Circuit Court Thursday, November 21st, and was later released after posting a $2,500.00
cash bond.
On November 25 th, Vernon County District Attorney Angela Palmer-Fisher filed charges
against Sebranek of Possess Firearm–Convicted of Felony, Bail Jumping–Felony,
Possession of Methamphetamine, Possess Drug Paraphernalia, and two counts of
Possession of Controlled Substance, all as a repeat offender. A charge is merely an
accusation. Sebranek is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
Sebranek is due back in Vernon County Circuit Court on December 3 rd, at 9:00 AM, for
an Initial Appearance.
Assisting the Sheriff’s Office and DCI were the Vernon County Combined Tactical Unit,
the Wisconsin Joint Tactical Team, Hillsboro Police Department, Hillsboro Area
Ambulance, Sauk County Sheriff’s Office and tactical unit, La Crosse County Sheriff’s and
tactical unit, and the Vernon County Department of Human Services.
The incident remains under investigation.
