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Giving warms the heart, and there’s no greater gift than the lifesaving gift of blood. Precious and perishable, it’s in constant demand in our communities.

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 for anyone who would like to donate, but walk-ins will be welcomed.

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 Medical Center in the mobile drives.

For more information or to see more events like this, check out the upcoming events page at milebluff.com.

The Mauston School Board voted to approve an operational referendum on the ballot to exceed the revenue limit by $1.75 million for 4 years non-reoccurring during a special School Board Meeting on Wednesday (12-4-24).  The School board also voted to have the referendum on the ballot in February rather than April.  There were talks to exceed the spending limit by a higher amount but the board elected to go with the $1.75million option.  Mauston School District Superintendent Joel Heesch warned that they cannot “swing and miss here”.  Heesch said the School Board has already voted to consider dissolution and another referendum failure would likely lead to that outcome. Referendum attempts in both April & November failed in the Mauston School District.  The School Board also took time to honor former School Board President RJ Rogers who recently passed away.     

Reserve your spot at the upcoming health fair hosted by Mile Bluff Medical Center on Thursday, December 12.  Receive free blood pressure and blood sugar testing, and learn what your risk factors are for developing heart disease and diabetes. A lipid profile testing is also available for a small fee.

Appointments are required for all services, so call 608-847-1845 to reserve your spot today!

To see more events like this, check out the upcoming events page at milebluff.com.

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.