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New Lisbon Chamber Taking Farmer Appreciation Donations Through November 21st
Join us in celebrating our local farmers at the upcoming Farmers’ Appreciation Dinner! Let’s come together to honor our farmers and show our support for the hard work they do every day!
The sponsorship will be $40 per meal/family. The meal includes a 16-20lb frozen turkey, a 5lb bag of potatoes, a bag of stuffing mix, 4 large cans of vegetables, jellied cranberries, gravy, a loaf of bake-and-serve bread, and a large frozen pie all in a reusable grocery bag. This was met with an overwhelming amount of gratitude and surprise by the farmers. Last year we were able to lighten the load of 90 farming families of not only the New Lisbon area but other surrounding towns as well during their busy harvest season.
Please contact Tania Clark via text: at (608) 633-4301 or email: farmerapprecitation@gmail.com. You may also drop any donations off at the New Lisbon Chamber office during hours or use our QR code for a quick and easy donation.
Man Dead in Monroe County Accident
One person has died, another injured, and a third is jailed after a traffic crash on Co Hwy A on Thursday morning.
On November 7th 2024 at 10:20 am., a Monroe County deputy came across the two vehicle crash on County Highway A, west of County Hwy T. The subsequent investigation showed that a 2009 GMC Sierra, driven by Kristoffer Cattle (39) of Tomah, was headed eastbound when it crossed completely into the westbound lane and stuck a westbound vehicle. The westbound vehicle was a 2016 Chevrolet Spark driven by David Wilcox (63) of Tomah. Wilcox died as a result of injuries sustained in the crash. A passenger in the vehicle with Wilcox sustained serious injuries in the crash and was taken from the scene by GundersenAir.
Prior to the crash, Law enforcement was attempting to locate the the GMC Sierra after it had been seen driving erratically and stuck a sign in the City of Sparta.
The investigation found that Cattle was believed to be under the influence of illicit drugs. Cattle was arrested and booked into the Monroe County Jail. Some of the charges he is facing include Homicide by Intoxicated use of a Motor Vehicle, Reckless Homicide, and Operating after suspension causing death. Cattle will have his Bond hearing on Monday, November 11th at 1:00pm. Bond Hearing can be viewed online by following the link on the Monroe County Clerk of Courts Website at https://www.co.monroe.wi.us/departments/clerk-of-courts/ .
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Monroe County 911 Communications Center, Sparta Police, Wisconsin State Patrol, Sparta Ambulance, Tomah Ambulance, Wilton EMS, Norwalk Fire Department, Norwalk First Responders, GundersenAir, Monroe County Medical Examiner, and Monroe County Highway Department.
Heesch Addresses Community on Failed School Referendum
Tomah Health, Versiti Recommend Gift of Life
Tomah Health and Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin officials are asking area residents to consider giving the gift of life by donating blood during a two-day blood drive November thirteenth and fourteenth at Tomah’s Recreation Park. Versiti account representative Emily Cogdill said blood donations are not always at the top of the list heading into the holiday season. Versiti is the sole blood supplier to over fifty hospital systems in Wisconsin including Tomah Health. As an extra incentive, all attempting donors will be entered into a drawing for a fifty-dollar gift certificate to the Hilliker Tree Farm in Tomah. Donors can register for a donation time online at Tomah Health - dot - ORG.
Kurtz Victory Statement
after being re-elected to the Wisconsin State Assembly to serve the 41st Assembly District.
“I’m honored to earn the support of the wonderful people of the 41st Assembly District to be
their voice in Madison. I’m proud of what I’ve accomplished during the six years I’ve been in
office and I look forward to continuing to be an advocate for rural Wisconsin; fighting to reduce
taxes, ensuring that public safety, rural health care providers, and our family farms are getting
the support they need, and finally, making sure we’re properly funding transportation
infrastructure, hospitals and schools.”
The 41st Assembly District includes:
? Adams County: Wisconsin Dells, Dell Prairie, Easton, New Haven and Springville
? Columbia County: Wisconsin Dells, Newport
? Juneau County: Lyndon Station, Union Center, the town and village of Wonewoc,
Kildare, Lyndon, Seven Mile Creek, and Summit
? Richland County: the entirety of the county
? Sauk County: the city and town of Reedsburg, Wisconsin Dells, Cazenovia, the town and
village of Ironton, the town and village of La Valle, Lake Delton, Lime Ridge, Loganville,
North Freedom, Rock Springs, Dellona, Delton, Excelsior, Freedom, Washington,
Westfield, Winfield, and Woodland
? Vernon County: Viola
Kurtz was first elected to represent the 50th Assembly District in 2018, and has served the last
two terms on the Joint Finance Committee.
State Election Results
State Senate
Patrick Testin 58.7% Collin McNamara 41.3%
Sarah Keyeski 51% Joan Ballweg 49%
State Assembly
Tony Kurtz 63% Julia Henley 37%
Nancy VanderMeer 67% Remy Gomez 33%
Scott Krug 64% Suzanne Campbell 36%
National Election Results
President
Donald Trump 292 Kamala Harris 224 (Trump Clinches 270 Electoral Votes to Win)
US Senate Race
Republicans 52 Democrats 42 (Republicans Take Control of Senate)
US House Race
Republicans 201 Democrats 183 (Still too Early to Know who will have control)
Wisconsin Senate
Tammy Baldwin 49.4% Eric Hovde 48.5%
US Congressional
Derrick Van Orden 51.4% Rebecca Cooke 48.6%
Mark Pocan 70.1% Erik Olsen 29.9%
School District Referendum Results
Mauston School District Operational Referendum
No 2,635 Yes 2,566
Royall School District Operational Referendum
Yes 1,043 No 978
Tomah School District Referendum (For new & updating buildings)
No 6,490 Yes 3,959
Reedsburg School District Referendum
Operational Failed
Capital Passed
Man Killed in Construction Zone Accident Near Oakdale
On November 1, 2024 at approximately 9:31 PM, the Monroe County Communications Center was informed of a crash on Interstate 90 east near the 46 mile marker, west of the Village of Oakdale. The crash involved a construction worker and a pickup truck. As a result of the crash, a construction worker died and both the driver and passenger of the pickup truck sustained injuries.
During the initial investigation, it was determined that a 2002 Dodge Ram, driven by 25 year-old Isaac Morales Jr, was traveling east in a construction zone on Interstate 90. The pickup truck struck the rear of a semi, lost control and collided with road surface machine driven by a construction worker. The construction worker, 35 year-old Andrew Skupniewitz, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Interstate 90 eastbound near the 46 mile marker was closed for approximately 6 hours to allow for investigation of the scene, removal of the vehicles involved, and cleanup of the scene. Alcohol and speed is suspected to be contributing factors in the crash.
Morales was arrested by Tomah Police Department and booked into the Monroe County Jail on November 2nd. He is facing a number of charges, including Homicide by Intoxicated use of a motor vehicle, Operating while revoked (causing death), Operating while intoxicated (2nd), and Possession of THC.
The crash remains under investigation by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. No further information will be released at this time.
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Tomah Police Department, Oakdale Fire Department, Tomah Ambulance, Tomah Area Medical Responders, Wisconsin State Patrol, Larkins Towing, and the Monroe County Highway Department.
Mile Bluff Medical Center hosts monthly diabetes discussions
If you are looking for answers and tips on how to live your life to the fullest while managing diabetes, plan to attend this month’s Diabetes Connect. At this informative and engaging discussion, Mile Bluff’s team of experts will be available to cover a variety of key topics, while you’ll also have the opportunity to connect with others and get tips from those on a similar health journey.
This event is free and open to everyone, including individuals with pre-diabetes and diabetes, as well as their loved ones and caregivers. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insight toward living your best, and healthiest, life.
Diabetes Connect will be held on Thursday, November 7 at 1pm at Mile Bluff Medical Center in Mauston.
Registration is not required to attend. A virtual option is also available. Call 1 week in advance for details.
For more information, call 608-847-1848 or visit the upcoming events page at milebluff.com.
