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Necedah/Dells Kids To Take Rockonsin State Finals Stage at Summerfest
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
The 2024 ROCKONSIN State Finals will be conducted on June 28 & June 29 at Summerfest from 12:15pm – 2:45pm each day on the Aurora Pavilion Stage.
Ten statewide garage bands representing Wisconsin high schools and middle schools from Chippewa Falls to Racine and Kewaskum to Madison and in between have been selected, by three music industry judges with 30+ years of experience each, to perform 20 minute showcases at the ROCKONSIN State Finals.
Performance times and band listings are subject to change.
AURORA PAVILION STAGE
June 28
12:15 pm – 12:35pm Extra (Rock)
Mukwonago & Waterford High Schools
12:45pm – 1:05pm No Limit (Rock)
Columbus Middle & High School, Monona Grove High School
1:15pm – 1:35pm Powerhouse (Rock)
Madison Milestone Democratic School, Madison West High School, Madison Community Montessori School, Home School
1:45pm – 2:05pm SACRAMENT (Metal)
Racine Lutheran High School, Muskego High School
2:15pm – 2:35pm The Lightways (Rock)
Germantown Kennedy Middle School, Sussex Hamilton High School, Brookfield East High School, Home School
June 29
12:15pm – 12:35pm Greater Than Human (Metal)
Tony – Flambeau School District
12:45pm – 1:05pm Baker & Boys (Rock) New London High School
1:15pm – 1:35pm The XI Project (Rock)
Kewaskum High School
1:45pm – 2:05pm New Normal (Rock)
Necedah Queen of the Holy Rosary, Wisconsin Dells High School
2:15pm – 2:35pm 30 Minute Difference (Rock)
Chippewa Falls High School
The 2024 winning & runner-up bands will be announced on Saturday June 29 at 8:00pm on Facebook, Instagram & TikTok @rockonsin and on the website www.rockonsin.org.
Each of the 10 bands will perform 20 minute showcases on the Aurora Pavilion Stage and will be evaluated by a different set of three music industry judges, for the State Finals, on expression/creativity/technique, rhythm/vocals, primary beats/blend/time, synergy and a summary of each musician knowing their role and how the band jells as one musical unit. Each band, after their Summerfest performance, will receive a private verbal critique from one of the judges.
“ROCKONSIN State Finals will highlight ten talented 7th – 12th grade Wisconsin garagebands in the spotlight at Summerfest. Join us in cheering on the cool new wave of young hot Badger State bands that will hit the Aurora Pavilion Stage on June 28 & June 29 – next up The World’s Largest Music Festival!” said ROCKONSIN Founder & Producer Dennis Graham.
The 2024 ROCKONSIN winning and runner-up bands will each perform a second prize winning 45 minute showcase gig at The Big Gig on the Aurora Pavilion Stage on July 6th with the runner-up hitting the stage at 12:45pm followed by the winning band at 2:00pm.
The winner and runner-up each win a professional recording session at Madison’s Blast House Studios (Winner: 12 hours; Runner-up: 8 hours). Each of the 10 State Finalist bands receive two (2) Shure microphones (one vocal and one instrument with cords). The winning band will also receive a Shure wireless vocal microphone system.
In addition, one ROCKONSIN State Finalist band will perform a one hour showcase set on August 9th at the Waukesha Rotary BluesFest at Naga-Waukee Park in Delafield.
ROCKONSIN, which is brought to you by the Nicholas Family Foundation, is also made possible with the generous support of these statewide sponsors that have a passion for providing opportunities to recognize and showcase the talents of these young bands: MAMA (Madison Area Music Association),Tilt Media, Shure, and Summerfest. This program is produced by Dennis Graham Associates that founded, in 2005, this statewide competition for 7th – 12th grade Wisconsin students which is still the only alternative statewide music competition of its kind in the nation.
For more information on ROCKONSIN including up to date news, to run off a State Finals poster and more, go to www.ROCKONSIN.org and follow on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok @rockonsin.
One person was seriously injured after a motorcycle vs. SUV crash on May 29, 2024
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
On Thursday, May 29, 2024, at around 4:15 PM, The Monroe County 911 Communications Center received a 911 call regarding a motorcycle vs SUV crash at the intersection of Ironwood Rd and County Highway A in the Tomah Township. Both vehicles sustained severe damage, which caused the eastbound lane of County Highway A to be closed for approximately forty-five minutes for emergency personnel to investigate and safely land Gundersen Air.
The initial investigation revealed that the SUV driver was stopped on Ironwood Road and proceeded into the intersection to cross County Highway A. The SUV driver looked but did not see the motorcycle traveling East on County Highway A. The motorcycle impacted the SUV on the passenger side, causing both vehicles to become disabled.
The driver of the SUV called 911 and rendered aid to the motorcycle operator. The motorcycle operator sustained severe injuries in the crash and was airlifted from the scene by Gundersen Air to a local La Crosse, WI, hospital.
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the crash.
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office was assisted at the scene by the Monroe County 911 Communications Center, Oakdale Fire, Tomah Ambulance, Tomah Area Medical Responders, Tomah Rescue Techs, Gundersen Air, Wisconsin State Patrol, Larkins Towing, and Grangers Towing.
Free, low-cost health screenings at Mile Bluff Medical Center in Mauston
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by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
In order to lead a healthy lifestyle, it’s important to take control of your health. Knowing your specific risks for developing heart disease and diabetes can help you be proactive in making healthier life choices.
Attend the health fair at Mile Bluff Medical Center, Thursday, June 20 from 7 to 11 am. Free blood pressure and blood sugar screenings will be available. Lipid profile tests will also be available for only $20. This test measures your good cholesterol, bad cholesterol, and triglycerides. Fasting is optional.
Once your tests are completed, Mile Bluff’s healthcare professionals will review your results with you, and tell you what they mean. You may also be given tips and resources to help reduce your risk for developing diabetes and heart disease. Results will be sent to your primary care provider.
The information you receive from these tests, along with the educational tools you will be given, are important steps in positively impacting your health.
Appointments are required for all services, so call 608-847-1845 to reserve your spot today!
Mile Bluff Medical Center is located at 1050 Division Street in Mauston.
To see more events like this, check out the upcoming events page at milebluff.com.
Mile Bluff supports high school graduates
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
For generations, Mile Bluff has been providing healthcare services to residents throughout Juneau County and the surrounding areas. The medical center can continue to meet these needs thanks to the amazing team of dedicated professionals that remains committed to providing progressive, high-quality care at a local level.
While Mile Bluff is a smaller, independent health system in a world of large corporate organizations, the work and dedication of the care team is a testament to the power of rural healthcare. It is only fitting that during the graduation season, Mile Bluff Medical Center, Mile Bluff Pharmacies, and Mile Bluff Medical Center Foundation supported the next generation of care providers.
Mile Bluff Medical Center annually awards $2,500 in scholarships between five local students pursuing further education in a healthcare-related field. This year, the winners included: Morgan Belille (Mauston), Brooklyn Gruen (Royall), Chloe Rubel-Healy (Necedah), Brett Flietner (New Lisbon), and Jacey Walker (Wisconsin Dells).
Mile Bluff Pharmacies annually awards a $500 scholarship to support a Mauston High School senior pursuing further education in a pharmacy-related field. This year, the scholarship was awarded to Alexxis Vang.
Due to the generosity of donors, Mile Bluff Medical Center Foundation was able to offer scholarships to high school seniors for the first time. The foundation awarded $4,000 in scholarships between four students pursuing further education in nursing. The winners included: Kathyrn Forster (Mauston), Colten Welter (New Lisbon), Marah Gruen (Royall), and Jaqueline Barrita-Santos (Wisconsin Dells).
The medical center, pharmacies and foundation would like to congratulate all the area graduates and wish them a healthy and successful future!
Fatal Accident in Adams County
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by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
On Friday May 24, 2024, at approximately 10:01 PM, The Adams County Sheriff’s Office received a call advising of a single motor vehicle crash in the 1500 block of State Highway 13, Township of Preston, Adams County, WI. Initial information to dispatch was a vehicle had gone into some trees and was smoking. The driver was not responsive and was trapped in the vehicle.
The driver of the vehicle was extricated but was pronounced deceased on scene. The driver was the only occupant of the vehicle and was identified by Wisconsin driver’s license as Jenny L. Kern, 58, of Adams, WI.
The initial investigation revealed the vehicle was traveling southbound when it left the roadway while negotiating a curve. The vehicle crossed into the northbound lane then struck the east ditch. The vehicle traveled a short distance further where it struck a group of large trees.
This crash remains under investigation and no further information will be released at this time. The Adams County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by Lifestar EMS, the Adams County Fire District, the Adams County Medical Examiner’s Office, and Murray’s Towing.
Hillsboro Police Respond to Out of Control Resident
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by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
05/25 A citizen reported a male was out of control at a residence on County Road V in the town of Forest. A deputy and a Hillsboro police officer responded to the residence. The offender, who was on probation, was placed on a hold by the Wisconsin Department of Corrections due to his threatening behavior. The offender was taken to the Vernon County Detention Center.
Passport to Healthier Living with Diabetes
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
If you are someone living with diabetes, do not miss this month’s Passport to Healthier Living with Diabetes network event. This support group meeting will be held Thursday, June 6 at 1pm at Mile Bluff Medical Center in Mauston. The Diabetes Education team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and give you tips on how to better manage your diabetes
For more information, call 608-847-1848 to reserve your spot today!
To see more events like this, check out the upcoming events page at milebluff.com.
Vehicle vs Bear Accident in Rural Hillsboro
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Vernon County Sheriff Roy Torgerson reports a vehicle versus black bear collision occurred Thursday night, May 23, 2024, at approximately 10:00 PM, near Pine Avenue, in the town of Union, rural Hillsboro, WI. Dominic Lee Vesbach, age 27, of rural La Farge, WI was operating a heavy-duty pickup truck, traveling east on State Highway 82, east of Pine Avenue, when the collision occurred. The left side of a loaded trailer attached to the Vesbach vehicle struck the bear.
The approximate 145-pound, male black bear was severely injured and had to be put down. The trailer sustained minor damage.
Assisting the Sheriff’s Office was the La Farge Police Department.
Tomah Health Hospice Touch Named 2024 ‘Hospice Honors’ Recipient
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by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Tomah Health Hospice Touch has been named to a prestigious national list that recognizes organizations providing quality care.
Hospice Touch is listed as a 2024 ‘Hospice Honors’ recipient by Health Care First… a leading provider of survey programs for home health and hospice agencies.
Tomah Hospice Touch Director Siera (SEE-air-AH) Williams said the recognition is highly valued since it relies on feedback from patients and their caregivers.
Health Care First officials said the award acknowledges the highest performing agencies by analyzing survey satisfaction and quality measures.
Hospice Touch has now received the recognition every year since 2017.
Rudig Jensen Announces Ownership Change
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Rudig Jensen Ford Chrysler Dodge JeepRam and Abra Auto Body of New Lisbon are pleased to announce a slight transition in Ownership within the organization. Derek Nelson and Jordan Schmidt will be the sole partnersas of Today. This strategic move has been a part of the plan from the beginning. We want to thank Bobbi Southworth for her almost 2 decades here and all that she has contributed to helping to build the dealership as we know it today. We are committed to ensuring Rudig Jensen remains the complete automotive campus that we have been dedicated to providing to our Community.
“It has been a privilege to be part of this amazing organization and Community. I will leave here today with a heart full of gratitude, cherished relationships, and great memories. While my role may be changing my support for these businesses remains the same.” Southworth said.
“This decision marks a step forward for our dealership and auto body shop,” said Jordan Schmidt, Owner. “Derek and I are committed to continuous improvement and dedication to our
Customers and the Communities we serve. We are excited about the future and are looking forward to implementing new strategies that align with our core values and Customer
expectations.”
Rudig Jensen Ford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and Abra Auto Body of New Lisbon have long been integral parts of the New Lisbon and surrounding communities, providing top-tier
automotive services and actively participating in local initiatives. Our commitment will remain a pivotal focus of our dealership.
“We are immensely proud of our roots in Juneau County and aim to continue the same Customer service and Community involvement these companies have always provided” Nelson
added. “Our dedication to the community goes beyond business. We are committed to contributing positively and building lasting relationships with our Customers and their families.”
As we move forward, Rudig Jensen Ford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and Abra Auto Body of New Lisbon will continue to offer the same high-quality service our customers have come to expect.
For more information, please contact: Jordan Schmidt or Derek Nelson (608) 562-3100 or visit www.rudigjensen.com.
jordan@rudigjensen.com
dnelson@rudigjensen.com
