Join the race to help homeless pets by registering for the Humane Society of Jefferson County’s eighth annual Furry Friends 5k Run/Walk. This family- and dog-friendly event will take place on Saturday, May 22, at 9 a.m. at Jefferson County Fair Park. Visit furryfriends5k.org/register to sign up online, or stop...
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Library system offers creative solutions for job seekers
By Jill Fuller As we reach the one-year mark of the start of the pandemic, many of us may be looking back on what has changed for us this year. For many, this unfortunately includes the loss of a job. This year, libraries across Jefferson County and the State of Wisconsin...
Our Take: Fort library’s fine-free policy a smart change
No need to save your spare change … at least to pay library fines. The Dwight Foster Public Library has eliminated charging for late returns on all materials. Starting Feb. 15, the Fort Atkinson library dropped all late fees, following a nationwide trend that has been growing during times of...
Ball Corp supports BASE
Ball Corporation of Fort Atkinson recently made a $9,000 donation to Badgerland After School Enrichment Program (BASE) as part of its COVID-19 relief funding program. Ball Corporation has supported BASE for many years with corporate sponsorships, event sponsorships and providing volunteer(s) for programs and special events. BASE Executive Director Alicia...
Council receives property tax collection update
By Kim McDarison The Fort Atkinson City Council Tuesday, Feb. 16, received an update comparing real property and personal property tax collection rates between 2017 and 2020. The report was accompanied by a request for authorization made by City Clerk/Treasurer/Finance Director Michelle Ebbert to refer unpaid bills for personal property...