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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.

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.

ANN M HOFFMAN, 43 years of age, from ADAMS has been arrested by the Wisconsin State Patrol
Tomah Post for operating a motor vehicle under the influence, 7th offense.
A Wisconsin State Patrol Southwest Region Trooper stopped a vehicle on HWY 82 in Juneau
County after receiving multiple reports of a vehicle unable to maintain its lane while traveling on
Interstate 90/94.
The trooper stopped the suspect vehicle and observed signs of impairment upon making contact
with the driver. Standardized Field Sobriety Testing was completed as well as an evidentiary blood
draw. The subject was booked without incident. The subject will be charged with Felony OWI 7th
offense.
“Pursuant to the direction of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, as found in Supreme Court Rule 20:3.6,
Trial Publicly, you are advised that a charge is merely an accusation and that a defendant is
presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.”

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, December 12 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.