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New recruits graduate from law enforcement academy
Blackhawk Technical College held a special ceremony Friday to recognize the efforts of 23 students who completed training through the college’s Law Enforcement Recruit Academy.
This was the 93rd class to graduate from the academy, which provides the basic law enforcement training required to become a law enforcement officer in Wisconsin. This also was the inaugural class to use Blackhawk’s new Public Safety center.
“I promise you that each and every one of you will face a situation or circumstance that you are going to believe is a negative experience. But I promise you, that if refuse to view it as a negative and make the decision to turn it into a positive, in the long run, you will have a successful career,” Troy Egger, Academy Director, said to the graduates.
Vincent Stone, the class speaker, reminisced about the memories the class created during the academy that will carry them throughout their career.
“This journey has not been easy, but it has prepared us for a career unlike any other,” said Stone, who works for the Janesville Police Department.
Lt. Richard LeFeber received
the Instructor of Excellence Award from the graduates, and Chief Andre Sayles of the Beloit Police Department was the keynote speaker.
Three students also were recognized for four different awards of excellence:
Academic Achievement Award: Olivia Matz
This award is given to the student with the highest achievement for each of the three endof-phase tests. The class had a 90 percent average. Matz had a 95 percent average.
Outstanding Physical Fitness Award: James Kottke
To graduate, each student has to pass a physical readiness test. This award is given to the student who demonstrated outstanding physical fitness and also showed the most effort in the 32 hours of physical fitness throughout the past 18 weeks.
Ryan Copeland Marksmanship Award Recipient: James Kottke
This award is named after Officer Ryan Copeland, a 2013 academy graduate who was killed in an on-duty traffic crash in 2015 and is given to a student who is ranked top in his class for
marksmanship.
Terry Fell Leadership Award: Vincent Stone
This award is named after Terry Fell, who was the academy director for 10 years and former City of Beloit Police Chief, Rock County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy and Rock County Board member. Fell’s legacy is of leadership, honor and sense of duty. The award is given to a student who embodies those characteristics.
Members of Class 24-93
• Joelle Bauer, Jefferson Police Department
• Kyle Brady, Beloit Police Department
• Tate Breier, Beloit Police Department
• Craig Corder, Milton Police Department
• Camden Elve, Janesville Police Department
• Justin Hansen, Town of Beloit Police Department
• James Heckelsmiller, Town of Beloit Police Department
• Connor Hughes, Janesville Police Department
• Shaylee Ison, Rock County Sheriff’s Office
• Kyle Kapior, Bloomfield Police Department
• James Kottke, Beloit Police Department
Parkview drops 2024-2025 boys’ basketball season opener
By Trenten Scheidegger
CORRESPONDENT
The Parkview Vikings tipped off the 2024-2025 Wisconsin High School boys’ basketball season on Monday, Dec. 2. That day, the Vikings took on the Shullsburg Miners in a chippy matchup.
Forty-five fouls were called on the night as the referees got their whistles broken in for the new season. Twenty-three fouls called on the Vikings and twenty-two called on the Miners, the refs called it evenly both ways. Still, it was a disappointing way to open the new season as both teams struggled with foul trouble to some of their top players.
Aiden Crane had to sit on the bench for a majority of the game for Parkview. Shullsburg had one player foul out and four other players with four personal fouls called on them. It certainly wasn’t the way either team
wanted to start their season.
“It hurts us putting Aiden on the bench most of the game,” Parkview head coach Mary Crane said after the game. Much like injuries, foul trouble offers the next man up an opportunity. Louis Nath and Mathias Treinen stepped up when the Vikings needed it most. Parkview managed to keep things close throughout the first half, but Shullsburg maintained a lead over the Vikings. At the halftime break, Parkview trailed by a score of 36-29. It could have been much worse if it weren’t for Treinen putting up fourteen first half points.
As foul trouble really became an issue, it was Nath who stepped up in the second half. Nath put up sixteen points in the second half, most of which he had to earn the hard way. In four trips to the free throw line,
Nath was a perfect eight for eight. The sophomore guard also hit a pair of second half three-pointers to keep things close. Crane complimented Nath, saying: “Louis played with high energy and kept the game as close as he could.”
Eventually, Parkview dropped the season opener by a final score of 65-58. Nath led all scorers with twenty-two points. Treinen was next up with nineteen points. Despite that, Shullsburg had three players finish with seventeen or more points. Parkview’s next closest scorer behind Treinen was Aiden, who missed a lot of game time, with nine points.
On Thursday, Dec. 12, Parkview returns home to play host to the Pecatonica Vikings. Pecatonica opened their season with a 60-44 victory over Black Hawk. The battle of the mascots is set to tip off at 7:15 p.m.
Have an old fashioned Christmas in
Wisconsin is known for the delicious old-fashioned cocktail. This holiday season, Downtown Janesville Inc. is teaming up with local bars and restaurants to host Downtown Old Fashioned Christmas.
This festive fundraiser event will kick off in early December and go through Dec. 31 raising funds towards downtown holiday decorations. Anyone interested can purchase a punch card for $10 at any participating bar or restaurant. Those that purchase the punch card will automatically be entered to win a raffle prize. Taste one’s way through
downtown during the month of December and receive a punch at each stop. Certain numbers of punches get one into different levels of raffle prizes. After trying them all, turn in the completed punch card to any participating stop to be entered to win the grand prize raffle basket which includes two VIP tickets to Flannelfest (valued over $200), Flannelfest swag, local goodies, and more. Attendees can also vote for their favorites including: Best Theme, Favorite Overall, and Most Unique. Raffle winners will be announced and contacted in January.
• Joseph Martorano, Rock County Sheriff’s Office
• Olivia Matz, Green County Sheriff’s Office
• Matthew McCormack, Rock County Sheriff’s Office
• Catelyn Nolan, Beloit Police Department
• Drake Robinson, Bloomfield Police Department
• Kamryn Rohn, Walworth County Sheriff’s Department
• Nathan Spade, Rock County Sheriff’s Office
• Clay Spooner, Albany Po-
lice Department
• Vincent Stone, Janesville Police Department
• Maxton Taylor, Town of Beloit Police Department
• Nicholas Vaassen, Oregon Police Department
• Chad Vertz, Rock County Sheriff’s Office
Blackhawk’s Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Academy prepares students for certification as a law enforcement officer. Over a course of 720 instructional hours, recruits
focus on the theories of law enforcement needed to be a sworn member of law enforcement in Wisconsin. In addition to the class instruction and hands-on practical exercises, recruits spend at least a halfhour of outside study time for every hour of class time. Upon completion, recruits are eligible for certification with the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board. Learn more at blackhawk.edu/recruitacademy.
Janesville
Participating businesses include – Lark, Sandwich Bar, Drafthouse, The Looking Glass, O’Riley and Conways, Genisa Wine Bar, Sandee’s Thai Fusion, Whiskey Ranch, and Wiggy’s Saloon.
Support local downtown businesses, experience their unique spins on the traditional Wisconsin old-fashioned cocktail while raising funds towards holiday decorations for downtown. The cocktails are not included in the purchase of the punch card. For more information, please visit downtownjanesville.com or email info@ downtownjanesville.com.
PHOTO SUBMITTED Rock Valley Publishing
Back row, from left: Kyle Brady, James Heckelsmiller, Nicholas Vaassen, Justin Hansen, Tate Breier, Connor Hughes, James Kottke, Chad Vertz. Middle row, from left:
Joelle Bauer, Maxton Taylor, Drake Robinson, Matthew McCormack, Joseph Martorano, Vincent Stone, Olivia Matz. Front row, from left: Nathan Spade, Shaylee Ison, Clay Spooner, Craig Corder, Camden Elve, Catelyn Nolan, Kyle Kapior, Kamryn Rohn.
COLORING CONTEST CHRISTMAS
Senate farm bill means big win for agriculture
On Dec. 3, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) highlighted the victories she secured for Wisconsinites in the Senate Farm Bill to support Wisconsin’s farmers, families, and rural communities, and called for Congress to pass the bill before the end of the year. The Farm Bill, or Rural Prosperity and Food Security Act, championed by Agriculture Committee Chair Stabenow includes several bipartisan bills and initiatives led by Senator Baldwin that help dairy operations grow their business, deliver mental health support to farmers, protect Wisconsin agricultural land from foreign investments, and improve the quality of life for families in rural communities.
“Wisconsin farmers, rural communities, and families deserve a Farm Bill that helps them take on their challenges, grow their businesses, and support our rural economies. We cannot kick this can down the road further and the time for Democrats and Republicans to come together and deliver for our hardworking farmers is now,” said Senator Baldwin. “I fought hard to include programs that I know will benefit America’s Dairyland in the farm bill – from helping dairy businesses innovate to ensuring our rural communities have access to clean water.”
The Farm Bill is renewed every five years and includes modernizations to traditional risk management programs, as well as and new programs to address the evolving need of farmers and rural communities.
The 2018 Farm Bill was most recently reauthorized in September 2023 and was extended through Dec. 20, 2024. While members of Congress consider another extension of the 2018 legislation, Baldwin is calling for the passage of the new Senate Farm Bill, which includes over 100 bipartisan bills that builds on the commitment to ru-
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Juda Craft Fair to offer lots of items for sale
The Juda Booster Club will be hosting a Juda Craft Fair on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Juda School at N2385 Spring St., Juda.
Santa will be visiting from 10 a.m. to noon.
Items available include jewelry, ceramics, handmade signs, homemade soaps, quilts, cross stitch, easy-toprepare food, spices, drink mixes, wickless candles, plastic canvas, gourmet food products, and much more.
Concessions, sponsored by the Junior Class, will be available all day, with breakfast and lunch options. Admission is free.
Scalloped potatoes and ham dinner in Juda
There will be a dinner offered on Monday, Dec. 16, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Juda School cafeteria.
Food will be scalloped potatoes and ham, a roll, green beans, milk, and a dessert.
Charge for adults is $10, and the charge for children 10 and under is $8.
Come cheer on the Juda basketball teams as they host Faith Christian.
Women’s winter walking group starts in January
There will be a women’s walking group that will start in January 2025. Those interested in joining in should meet at the Pearl Island Trail parking
Reading about Rudolph’s red nose
ral communities, provides certainty to farmers, and ensures that nutrition aid for hungry families keeps up with the realities of American life.
The Senate Farm Bill also includes several Baldwin-led initiatives:
• Supporting Wisconsin’s Dairy Industry: The bill includes Senator Baldwin’s bipartisan Dairy Business Innovation Act of 2023 to reauthorize and increase the authorization level from $20 million to $36 million annually for the Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives program. It also builds on the successful Dairy Margin Coverage safety net to help dairy farmers protect against milk price drops or high feed costs.
• Upgrading Critical Water Infrastructure: The bill includes Baldwin’s Healthy H2O Act to improve rural testing for drinking water contaminants. It authorizes $10 million through 2029 for rural water testing and treatment.
• Protecting American Farmland from Foreign Investment: It includes provisions from Senator Baldwin’s Farmland Security Act of 2023 to improve how the United States Department of Agriculture tracks foreign ownership of U.S. agricultural land.
• Connecting Wisconsin Farmers with Mental Health Resources: The bill includes Baldwin’s Farmers First Act of 2023 to extend the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network through 2029 and increases funding from $10 million to $15 million annually.
• Advancing Agriculture Research and Innovation: The bill includes components of Senator Baldwin’s Seeds and Breeds for the Future Act, which promotes the development of ready-touse, regionally adapted, and publicly available seed varieties and animal breeds, giving farmers more tools to confront drought and varying growing conditions.
Do you have a glowing nose? After reading Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer by Robert May – it was written in 1939 – the preschool story time at Albertson Memorial Library tied strings to crocheted noses created by Linda Meier and posed for a photo. They also played ‘Pin the Nose on Rudolph’ and created chocolate reindeer using pretzels and M&M’s. Next week they’re going back to the stable, reading stories about the baby Jesus titled Christmas in the Barn, A Night of Great Joy, and This is the Stable. They might have to build a stable using popsicle sticks. Preschool Story Time will take a couple weeks off for the holidays. On Jan. 7 they’ll return and read stories about winter and snow and cold.
PHOTOS COURTESY LAURA ROTH Rock Valley Publishing
lot off Decatur Road at 4 p.m. at W464 Decatur Road, Brodhead. The group will walk for an hour.
The walking dates are Jan. 6, 13, 20, and 27. If there is enough interest they can continue through the winter.
Those with questions can contact Anne Corbit at 608558-6882.
ATV Safety Education Course coming soon
Sheriff Fell is pleased to announce that the Rock County Sheriff’s Office will offer their
first 2025 ATV Safety Education Course on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, from 6 to 7 p.m., and Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Rock County Sheriff’s Office, 200 East U.S. Highway 14, Janesville. Students must attend both sessions to graduate.
Anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 1988, is required to complete an ATV Safety Education Course to legally operate an ATV or UTV in areas open to the public within Wisconsin. Students should be at least 12 years of age or turn 12
shortly after the class.
Registration is now open. Complete the online enrollment form to reserve a seat at https://www.co.rock.wi.us/ departments/sheriff-s-office/ recreational-patrol/atv-education
Class size is limited to 30 students. Upon submission of the registration form, the submitter will see an onscreen confirmation message with course information.
The course fee of $10 per student will be collected at the first session. If the stu-
dent is under 18 years old, a parent/guardian will need to attend the first session with the student. Students will receive course materials at the first session. Please direct any questions to Deputy Trevor Lund at trevor.lund@co.rock. wi.us.
Special 80’s Party to be held at Wisconsin Dells
There will be a special 80’s Party at the Crystal Grand Music Theatre in Wisconsin Dells on Saturday, Dec. 14 at 8 p.m., with doors open at 7 p.m.
Kick back and listen to “A Flock Of Seagulls” along with “Strangelove – The Depeche Mode Experience.”
A $500 CGMT gift card will be awarded to the best 80’s outfit. There will be 80’s drink specials, as well as visits with Prince and The Ghostbusters. The first 100 guests through the doors receive an 80’s Goodie Bag.
The Crystal Grand Music Theatre is at 430 W. Munroe Ave., Wisconsin Dells. Buy tickets online at https://crystalgrand.com.
DNR celebrates end of nine-day gun deer hunt
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) celebrates the conclusion of the 2024 nine-day gun deer hunt, which kicked off the holiday season in Wisconsin with opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, harvest food for the table and create memories with family and friends. Preliminary license sales, harvest registration and hunting incident numbers are now available.
Preliminary license sales data
Preliminary figures indicate the number of deer hunters in Wisconsin slightly increased compared to 2023. As of 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1, sales for deer hunting privileges (which include gun, archery, crossbow, conservation patron and sports licenses) reached
791,023, up from 788,697 for the same time period last year. Of those, 553,652 were for gun privileges only, up from 553,479 in 2023.
Deer hunting license and harvest authorization sales will continue throughout the remaining deer hunting seasons.
Final license sales figures will be available in January, when DNR staff will perform a thorough analysis and interpretation.
Preliminary harvest totals
Preliminary figures show hunters registered 189,622 deer during the 2024 gun deer season, including 89,787 antlered and 99,835 antlerless deer. Compared to 2023, the gun season harvest total is up 5.2% statewide, with the antlered harvest up 3.6% and the
antlerless harvest up 6.6%.
Since the opening of the bow and crossbow seasons, Wisconsin hunters have registered 289,361 deer. This harvest is 8.7% ahead of the same time last year.
Adams County in the Central Farmland Zone led the state with 12.4 deer registered per square mile. Vernon County led the Southern Farmland Zone with 7 deer registered per square mile. Adams County also led the Central Forest Zone registering 4.2 deer per square mile. Finally, Florence County led the Northern Forest Zone with 2.9 deer registered per square mile.
The DNR’s Wisconsin Deer Harvest Summary webpage contains more information regarding preliminary harvest registration totals, including county-level numbers.
The regular gun deer season ran from Nov. 23 through Dec. 1 and was followed by the statewide muzzleloader season (Dec. 2 to Dec. 11), the statewide antlerless-only fourday hunt (Dec. 12 to Dec. 15) and the antlerless-only holiday hunt in select farmland zone counties (Dec. 24 to Jan. 1, 2025).
First harvest certificates available
Hunters of all ages who harvested their first deer are encouraged to highlight this significant occasion with a first harvest certificate.
2024 gun deer season hunting incidents
At the publication time of this news release, the DNR
reports only one nonfatal firearm-related hunting incident during the 2024 gun deer season.
Vernon County, Wheatland Township: On Nov. 29, at approximately 4 p.m., a 14-year-old male was sitting in an enclosed tower stand with his father, hunting on private property. The victim’s father heard what sounded like a gunshot in the distance. Shortly after, the victim felt pain in his feet and found that he was shot through both the left and right foot. The victim was transported privately to the hospital and received medical treatment for his injuries. The shooter has been identified, and an investigation is pending.
With various hunting seasons continuing through January of next year, the DNR reminds hunters to always practice the four primary rules of firearm safety, known as TAB-K:
• T – Treat every firearm as if it is loaded.
• A – Always point the muzzle in a safe direction.
• B – Be certain of your target, what’s before it and what’s beyond it.
• K – Keep your finger outside your trigger guard until you are safe to shoot.
DNR violation hotline: Anyone with information regarding natural resource violations may confidentially report by calling or texting 1-800-TIP-WDNR or 1-800847-9367. The hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Trained staff relay the information to conservation wardens. File a report online.
Juda boys and girls basketball team photos
PHOTOS COURTESY BRIANNE LARSEN PHOTOGRAPHY Rock Valley Publishing
The Juda Panthers girls’ basketball team for 2024.
The Juda Panthers boys’ varsity basketball team for 2024.
The Juda Panthers boys’ junior varsity basketball team for 2024.
‘Maverick’ battalion mobilizes and deploys
By Paul Gorman
WISCONSIN NATIONAL GUARD
More than 60 Wisconsin National Guard soldiers with the 732nd Combat Sustainment Support Battalion’s Headquarters and Headquarters Company were mobilized to active duty Nov. 30, during a deployment sendoff ceremony at Tomah High School.
Following pre-mobilization training the Guardsmen will deploy to the U.S. Central Command area of operations where they will synchronize and control logistics operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve.
732nd CSSB Commander
Lt. Col. Maria Garcia was the first to address the soldiers of the Maverick Battalion with whom she will be deploying.
“The Wisconsin National Guard is known for its discipline, dedication and readiness to respond no matter the mission,” said Garcia. “You have trained to prepare for this moment, and you bring with you not only skill and expertise, but also the heart of our state.”
To Garcia, the deployment represented more than just a duty, but an opportunity to represent the best of Wisconsin and the Army National Guard.
“Let us go forward with the values that define us; integrity, honor and excellence,” she concluded. “We’ll complete our mission knowing that we carry the trust of the people of Wisconsin and our nation, and we’ll return home stronger.”
Brig. Gen. Matthew Strub, Wisconsin’s deputy adjutant general for Army, took the opportunity to remind the deploying soldiers of the deep legacy they carry on their shoulders.
“You are part of a lineage
PHOTOS SUBMITTED Rock Valley Publishing Wisconsin National Guard soldiers with the 732nd Combat Sustainment Support Battalion’s Headquarters and Headquarters Company were mobilized to active duty Nov. 30, during a deployment sendoff ceremony at Tomah High School.
of citizen soldiers who have always answered the call to serve and protect both at home and abroad,” said Strub. “Since 1837, when the first militia units formed here, men and women from our great state have stepped forward in times of need to support our communities and uphold the values that we cherish.”
In addition to the 732nd CSSB soldiers, more than 200 friends and family members attended the sendoff ceremony.
Wisconsin’s Interim Adjutant General Brig. Gen. David May addressed the significance of the sacrifice made not only by the deploying soldiers but also by the friends and loved ones with whom they would be parted over the holiday season.
“To families and friends, thank you for your role,” said May. “The sometimes silent and unseen strength behind our soldiers. Trust me, we see you and fully appreciate that you are an indispensable part of our or-
ganization’s mission.”
May continued by stressing the importance of relying on the support of fellow soldiers to combat the loneliness and solitude that can often accompany spending the holidays in a deployed environment.
“When this mission is over you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing you played a role in keeping your loved ones safe and secure,” May said. “There’s no greater gift than that.”
The ceremony concluded with an address from Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers in which he thanked both the families and employers of the deploying soldiers, before presenting Garcia with a Wisconsin state flag to carry forward to their deployed location.
“As well-trained, highly skilled members of the 732nd Maverick Battalion, you are an integral part of the finest military force in the world,” said Evers. “I have every confidence in your ability to accomplish the mission which lies ahead.”
Create a new holiday tradition by giving blood or platelets
As holiday celebrations continue into December, the American Red Cross encourages donors to keep the blood supply top of mind by giving blood or platelets this month. Type O negative blood donors and those giving platelets are especially urged to give now to help ensure patients can continue to receive the care they need in the coming weeks.
Record-breaking November travel is expected to carry into the new year, which could cause some potential donors to put off blood donation until after the holiday season. In addition to millions of Americans traveling to spend holidays with loved ones, extended vacations are also surging in popularity at a time when fewer people may be available to give lifesaving blood products. Bring joy to someone facing a medical emergency; give something that means something with a blood or platelet donation. Schedule an appointment this December by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800733-2767).
For a limited time, those who come to give Dec. 9 to 15, will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. Those who come to give Dec. 16 to Jan. 3, 2025, will receive an exclusive Red Cross
long-sleeved T-shirt, while supplies last. For details on both offers, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Gifts. Upcoming blood donation opportunities:
Green County
Brooklyn
• Saturday, Dec. 28: 8 a.m. to noon, Brooklyn Fire EMS, 401 W. Main
Monroe
• Thursday, Dec. 12: Noon to 6 p.m., Monroe Bible Church, 2613 8th Ave.
• Tuesday, Dec. 17: 12:30 to 5:30 p.m., Monroe Middle School, 1510 13th St.
• Friday, Jan. 3, 2025: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., St. John’s United Church of Christ, 1724 14th St.
Monticello
• Friday, Dec. 20: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monticello High School, 334 S. Main St.
LEGAL NOTICES
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
CITY OF BRODHEAD
RE: Vacation, Abandonment and Discontinuance of a portion of a public street in the City of Brodhead, Green County, Wisconsin, described as follows:
That part of E 7th Avenue located within the Original Plat of the City of Brodhead, Green County, Wisconsin described as follows: bounded on the east by the west boundaries Dicksons Addition CSM 4305 (V17-P206) Lot 1 BNG PRT Lots 1 & 2 & All Lots 7 & 8, BLK 10 and Dicksons Addition Block 10 Lots 3-6, bounded on the north by 2nd St, bounded on the west by Dicksons Addition Block 26 Lots 1 & 2 and Dicksons Addition Block 26 Lots 3 & 4 and bounded on the south by 3rd St.
Reserving a permanent utility easement including for such purpose the right to operate necessary equipment thereon, and the right of reasonable ingress and egress to maintain said utilities.
Notice is hereby given that there has been a preliminary resolution by the Common Council of the City of Brodhead on November 18, 2024, tentatively vacating and discontinuing the portion of the platted public street described above in the city.
until 2:00pm on December 19th, 2024.
Lump sum bids for the defined work scopes are solicited from contractors specializing in, or highly experienced in the following Work Scopes:
1. WS #1 – Excavation, Site Utilities, Site Demolition, Landscaping
2. WS #2 – Asphalt Paving, Signage and Pavement Marking
3. WS #3 – Concrete
4. WS #4 – Masonry
5. WS #5 – General Trades
6. WS #6 – Aluminum Windows, Doors Frames, and Glazing
7. WS #7 – Roofing and Sheet Metal
8. WS #8 – Plumbing
9. WS #9 – HVAC piping and ventilation
10. WS #10 – HVAC Controls
11. WS #11 - Electrical
12. WS #12 - Testing and Balancing 13. WS #13 - Food Service Equipment
Questions regarding the bidding documents can be directed to: Kyle Robers Nexus Solutions LLC Phone: 262.492.3209 Email: krobers@nexussolutions.com
There is a Contractor Pre-bid Walkthrough scheduled for December 5th, 2024 @ 8am.
Deceased
Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 24PR94
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:
1. An application for informal administration was filed.
2. The decedent, with date of birth 01/23/1961 and date of death 10/21/2024, was domiciled in Green County, State of WI, with a mailing address of 205 East 4th Avenue, Brodhead, WI 53520.
3. All interested persons waived notice.
4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is March 5, 2025.
5. A claim may be filed at the Green County Justice Center County Courthouse, 2841 6th Street, Wisconsin, Room Probate Office.
Electronically signed by Jennifer Prien Probate Registrar November 25, 2024
Catherine Gray
205 East 4th Avenue Bordhead, WI 53520 608-290-4811
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New Glarus
• Friday, Dec. 27: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., New Glarus Bible Church, 207 6th St.
Rock County
Beloit
• Monday, Dec. 16: 1 to 6 p.m., Beloit Public Library, 605 Eclipse Blvd.
Edgerton
• Wednesday, Dec. 18: 1 to 6 p.m., Edgerton Public Library, 101 Albion St.
Janesville
• Monday, Dec. 16: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Janesville Masonic Center, 2322 E. Milwaukee St.
• Monday, Dec. 30: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Marian Hall, 1236 E. Racine St.
• Monday, Dec. 30: 1 to 6 p.m., St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 210 S. Ringold St.
• Tuesday, Dec. 31: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 210 S. Ringold St.
1. This preliminary resolution is subject to the passage of the final resolution by the common council after the public hearing scheduled for such consideration to be held on December 16, 2024 at 6:00 P.M. in the Common Council Chambers of the City of Brodhead located at 1111 West 2nd Avenue, Brodhead, Wisconsin.
2. All persons, their agents or attorneys will be given an opportunity to be heard relative thereto.
Dated this 22nd day of November 2024.
CITY OF BRODHEAD
Kristin Covert, City Clerk
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BID NOTICE
Brodhead School District will receive bids via Procore for: Brodhead Middle School Building Additions and Renovations
Bids shall be submitted on the bid form provided by the Bid Documents. The completed bid form shall be submitted without alterations, additions or erasures to Nexus Solutions, LLC., Project Manager Kyle Robers via the Nexus Solutions project management software Procore. com. Each bidder will receive a bid invitation email which provides instructions for logging on to Procore.com and the process for submitting secure bids.
In order to access the bidding documents, please email the Project Manager, Kyle Robers, and the Project Coordinator at mnichols@NexusSolutions. com.
Nexus Solutions looks forward to the opportunity to work with your project team in our new bidding process.
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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT GREEN COUNTY
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF
Notice of Rate Increase
BRODHEAD SCHOOL DISTRICT POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING Wednesday, December 18, 2024 DISTRICT OFFICE BOARD ROOM 2501 West 5th Avenue, Brodhead, WI 6:00 P.M.
The District Administrator reports that proper notification of this meeting has been posted in accordance with the open meetings laws of the State of Wisconsin.
I. ROLL CALL: a. Don Buchanan b. Jennifer Flory c. Mike Krupke
II. POLICY UPDATES AND CORRECTIONS
III. ADJOURN
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Water Customers of the Albany Municipal Water And Sewer
NOTICE OF RATE INCREASE
Water Customers of the Albany Municipal Water And Sewer Utility
This is to give you notice that the Albany Municipal Water And Sewer Utility will file an application on December 11, 2024, with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC), for authority to increase water rates. Rates for general service will increase 4.1 percent. The increase is necessary to reduce the existing deficiency in present rates. The request is being made under Wis. Stat. 196.193. Rate increases granted under this statute do not require a public hearing. The effect of the increase for some selected customers is shown below. Public Fire Protection and Wholesale rates (if applicable) will also increase 4.1 percent. Albany Municipal Water And Sewer Utility anticipates that this rate increase will go into effect on February 1, 2025. If you have any questions about the rate increase request, call the Albany Municipal Water And Sewer
GREGORY GRAY
The ceremony concluded with an address from Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers in which he thanked both the families and employers of the deploying soldiers, before presenting Garcia with a Wisconsin state flag to carry forward to their deployed location.
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Nominations of local heroes needed for event
The American Red Cross of Wisconsin is looking for local heroes to be honored at the 2025 annual Southwest Wisconsin Heroes Golf Event on Monday, June 9, 2025, at the Legend at Bergamont, 699 Bergamont Blvd., in Oregon, Wis.
If anyone knows of an individual or an organization that has gone above and beyond to save a life or make the community better, the Red Cross encourages locals to nominate them. To nominate a hero, visit the website redcross.org/wisconsin and fill out the online nomination form. All nominations must be submitted by Dec. 31.
“Southwest Wisconsin is home to many incredible individuals who are making a positive impact on our communities, and this is our opportunity to recognize them for their efforts,” said Kyle Kriegl Executive Director of the Red Cross Southwest Wisconsin Chapter.
across six categories: Blood Services, Community Impact, Disaster Relief, Military, Red Cross Hero, and Youth and Young Adult. Nominees may come from any of the Red Cross Southwest Wisconsin Chapter’s counties: Adams, Buffalo, Columbia, Dane, Green, Green Lake, Iowa, Jackson, Jefferson, Juneau, La Crosse, Marquette, Monroe, Richland, Rock, Sauk, Trempealeau, Vernon, and the Ho-Chunk Nation.
To nominate a hero or for a complete description of each hero category, visit the website redcross.org/wisconsin. For more information or questions, please email Kyle Kriegl at kyle.kriegl@redcross.org.
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds, and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families.
“Your hero could be a colleague, family member, neighbor, friend or an organization that performed a selfless act of bravery or helped improve our community. If you know a local hero, we encourage you to nominate them to be recognized.”
Honorees will be celebrated
The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow them on social media.
Dairy Strong conference unveils speaker lineup
Leading political analysts, ag experts, innovative farmers and business strategists will be among featured speakers at the Dairy Business Association’s 2025 Dairy Strong conference.
The conference will be held at the KI Convention Center in Green Bay on Jan. 15 to 16. It will kick off with a party at Lambeau Field and conclude with the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin’s Master Cheese Reception and a special celebration for DBA’s 25th anniversary.
The Dairy Strong conference brings together forward-thinking farmers, ag professionals, and government and university representatives to tackle the industry’s most significant issues today. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from inspiring speakers and experts on policy, sustainability and the future of dairy.
“We consistently strive to present distinguished speakers and presenters who deliver innovative and inspiring discussions,” Tim Trotter, DBA CEO, said. “We look forward to reuniting with colleagues and friends at Dairy Strong in January as we continue to move dairy’s path forward.”
Several featured speakers and their topics include:
• Dana Coale, deputy administrator, Agriculture Marketing Service will be joined with other Federal Order Milk Marketing officials to discuss the progress and expectations of the final FMMO rule.
• Cassandra Kuball, vice-president of the Torrey Advisory Group, will provide an outlook on dairy policy in Washington, D.C. for 2025. Edge Director of Government Affairs, Karen Gefvert will discuss Edge’s policy priorities for the upcoming year.
• Leading ag economists Mike North and Marin Bozic will discuss their predictions and insights for the milk marketing landscape, particularly in the Upper Midwest where supplies may be tighter in the new year.
For a list of speakers and other agenda details, visit DairyStrong.org. Registration: Visit DairyStrong.org to reserve a spot at the 2025 Dairy Strong conference.
• Drew Kessler from Houston Engineering, Inc., will lead a discussion with participants completing their first year of the Farmers for Sustainable Food Climate-Smart Program. Farmers Michael Crinion and Patrick Maier will share their learnings and outcomes and how they plan to incorporate the information into their management plans for the future success of their farms.
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The UW-Extension Green County office has an opening for a full-time Office Specialist.
The UW-Extension Green County office has an opening for a full-time Office Specialist.
The UW-Extension Green County office has an opening for a full-time Office Specialist.
Qualified candidates will possess an Associate’s Degree or three years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates should be proficient with Google Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, and possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, and strong written communication skills, to assist educators in program development and support. Experience with program marketing and knowledge of Extension programs is preferred.
To access a complete job description and application, go to: https://www.greencountywi.org/. Applications are available in an online fillable format. Call 608-328-9440 for more information.
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Qualified candidates will possess an Associate’s Degree or three related experience and/or training or equivalent combination education and experience. Candidates should be proficient with Google Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, and possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, and strong written communication skills, to assist educators in program development support. Experience with program marketing and knowledge of Extension programs is preferred.
Qualified candidates will possess an Associate’s Degree or three related experience and/or training or equivalent combination education and experience. Candidates should be proficient with Google Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, and possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, and strong written communication skills, to assist educators in program development support. Experience with program marketing and knowledge of Extension programs is preferred.
Green County offers a competitive wage and benefit package. Applications must be completed by December 27, 2024.
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Give the gift of a healthy smile this holiday season
This holiday season, the Wisconsin Dental Association (WDA) wants to help Badger state residents give the gift of a healthy smile.
“While it’s not something you might immediately think of, there are a lot of fun ways to incorporate oral health into your holiday gift-giving,” said WDA President Dr. Tom Reid, a general dentist in Madison. “From brushes that engage the latest ‘smart’ technology to fun flosses and tooth-friendly treats, you can help your loved ones protect their smiles all year long.”
Dr. Reid and the WDA suggest adding these oral health options to the seasonal shopping list:
• “Smartbrush” options for adults and children. The hum by Colgate toothbrush comes in both kid and adult versions.
The battery-powered smartbrush can be paired with an app to encourage proper brushing
techniques while also making brushing fun. The children’s app features a section where parents can check kids’ progress and see if they’ve missed any spots. The Bitvae Smart Ultrasonic Whitening Electric Toothbrush – which carries the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance – helps anyone customize their brushing experience to their needs. The “smart” mode allows them to choose between nine levels of brushing intensity in conjunction with a free Smart App.
• Traditional electric toothbrushes provide a deep clean, and people can find them in a variety of colors, styles and price points. Powered brushes are more effective at removing plaque than manual brushes. When choosing an electric toothbrush, make sure to select one that engages moving bristles, not just a brush handles that buzzes.
• Cordless water flossers can have several benefits for oral health. In addition to removing plaque and debris, these tools can reduce gum inflammation and bacteria and add moisture to dry mouths. The cordless option makes this tool even more convenient. Unlike bulkier standard versions that have to sit on a countertop, it’s small and portable – pepole can even use it in the shower.
• Don’t forgot stocking stuffers when looking for gifts that promote good oral health. Sugar-free gum helps clean teeth by increasing saliva production and removing debris in between brushing. Many dentists also recommend Cocofloss, a coconut oil-infused dental floss that comes in fun flavors like apple cinnamon or confetti cake.
“Giving the gift of a health smile is a great way to show someone you care about them –
after all, oral health is essential to overall health,” Dr. Reid said. “This holiday season give your loved ones a reason to smile!”
For more information on ADA accepted products, finding a dentist and tips on oral health, visit www.wda.org and www.mouthhealthy.org.
The Wisconsin Dental Association, with 3,100 members across the Badger State, is the leading voice for dentistry in Wisconsin. WDA member dentists are committed to promoting professional excellence and quality oral health care. Established in 1870, the WDA is headquartered in West Allis and has a legislative office in Madison. The WDA is affiliated with the American Dental Association – the largest and oldest national dental association in the world. For more information, call 414-276-4520, visit WDA. org and find them on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
Sen. Spreitzer elected Senate Democratic Caucus Chair
State Senator Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) was elected on Nov. 12 by his Democratic colleagues in the Wisconsin State Senate to serve as the Senate Democratic Caucus Chair in the 2025-2026 legislative session.
Following the election, Sen. Spreitzer released the following statement:
“I am honored to be elected to serve as the Senate Democratic Caucus Chair. The 2025-2026 legislative session represents a tremendous opportunity to continue to move Wisconsin forward, and I will continue to work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle on behalf of the people of our state.
“I look forward to working with our leadership team to build on the successes of last
week – where Senate Democrats flipped all four competitive seats in the State Senate, despite national headwinds – and put ourselves on a clear and direct path to winning an 18-seat majority in 2026. With additional Democratic legislators elected in both the State Senate and State Assembly, it is clear from the results of this fall’s elections that the people of Wisconsin are supportive of our shared priorities for the state. I am excited to see the collective impact that our caucus will have with more members and a stronger voice in the State Capitol.
“I also want to take a moment to thank Senator Chris Larson for his service to our caucus as Caucus Chair over the past two years. He is a passionate leader who has al-
ways been a strong advocate for his community, our shared values, and our state. I look forward to continuing to serve together in the State Senate.
“I thank my colleagues for their support. I am excited to get back to work to advance the values that we share as Wisconsinites.”
Senator Mark Spreitzer was elected to represent the 15th Senate District in the State Senate in 2022, and served as the Senate Democratic Caucus Vice-Chair from December 2023 to November 2024. Senator Spreitzer previously served as the State Representative for the 45th Assembly District from 2015 to 2023, and served as the Assembly Democratic Caucus Chair from 2016 to 2022.
UWW students recognized for completing CPR training
A total of 70 students at the University of WisconsinWhitewater completed the CPR/AED training course through the university’s police department during the fall 2024 semester.
The following students from this local area completed the training course:
• Jadie Daughenbaugh of Monroe, whose major is Marketing.
• Mac Kurth of Beloit, whose major is Finance.
• Cassidy Laue of Milton, whose major is Communication Sciences and Disorders.
• Grace Gerrard of Beloit, whose major is Communication Sciences and Disorders.
• Adam Hasenstab of Milton, whose major is Elementary-Middle Education.
• Alyssa Harmon of Beloit, whose major is Early Childhood Education.
• Cole Raben of Janesville, whose major is Management.
• Autumn LaPin of Beloit, whose major is Criminology. The process of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and the use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are
effective, life-saving skills. CPR is an emergency lifesaving procedure performed when the heart stops beating. According to the American Heart Association, immediate CPR can double or triple chances of survival after cardiac arrest. AEDs are emergency response devices that analyze the heart’s electrical system and, if necessary, prompt the responder to deliver a shock to the victim. Each minute of delay in use of an AED on a victim of sudden cardiac arrest decreases the victim’s chances of survival by approximately 10 percent. UW-Whitewater currently has 51 AEDs located throughout campus. UW-Whitewater is dedicated to continually enhancing and retooling campus safety training and awareness for faculty, staff and students. Adult CPR/ AED voluntary training classes are offered on campus through university police. Other classes available include child and infant CPR, first aid, and emergency care kit training. To learn more about campus safety at UWWhitewater, visit uww.edu/ police.
College news
Carthage College recognizes Bella Kirt as a student leader
Bella Kirt from Edgerton is serving as Social Work Student Association Representative for Carthage College’s Student Government during the 2024-25 academic year.
Student Government gives students the responsibility to work with administration and faculty to ensure a high quality of life for all students, academically and socially.
Carthage College is raising expectations for a private college experience. It blends the best liberal arts traditions with desirable degree programs, transformative learning opportunities, personal attention from distinguished faculty, and a focus on career development, which makes its graduates competitive in the workforce. Carthage has undertaken a $100 million fundraising campaign, “Light that Travels,” to deliver a radiant future for students through access, program innovation, and sustained excellence. Founded in 1847, Carthage is located on an idyllic shore of Lake Michigan in Kenosha, Wisconsin, in the thriving corridor between Milwaukee and Chicago. For more information visit: www.carthage.edu.
Zaib Khan serving on UW-Whitewater SUFAC
Zaib Khan from Janesville, who is studying Biology at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, was selected to serve on the Segregated
University Fee Allocation Committee.
Khan is the College of Letters and Sciences representative.
The Segregated University Fee Allocation Committee (SUFAC) is made up of student representatives from across campus that allocate fees to student organizations and campus departments. SUFAC appropriates budgets to fund more than 100 activities, programs, and student organizations on campus.
“Representatives come from each academic college and Whitewater Student Government. Students gain decision-making skills, policy development and implementation, and the management of hundreds of thousands of dollars,” said Kim Clarksen, an advisor to SUFAC. “Their goal is focused on providing access to funds that assist students in having meaningful educational experiences while maintaining affordable fees for all students.”
Clarksen assists the committee in applying policy and understanding the nuances of the groups requesting funds. She also supervises the budget interns that work alongside the committee, helping groups to spend their allocated monies. Students can reach out to the dean of their colleges and/ or to the Whitewater Student Government to express interest in serving. For more information, visit uww.edu/sufac or send questions to sufac@ uww.edu.