By Chris Spangler Two substantial contributions have been made toward construction of a new building at Fort Atkinson’s Haumerson’s Pond. The family of the late Thomas and Janet Knoll and Modern Woodmen of America have donated a total of $12,500 to the Friends of Haumerson’s Pond, which is raising funds...
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Veterans honored with Piecemakers quilts
By Chris Spangler The Piecemakers Quilt Guild recently saluted 20 local veterans and first responders with Honor Quilts. The presentation took place during the Veterans Day program at the Fort Atkinson Senior Center on Friday, Nov. 10. Piecemakers member Candy Milan noted that since 2015, the quilters have given of...
Lighted holiday parades to be held in Fort, Jefferson and Whitewater
With the holiday season fast approaching, several communities within the area — including Fort Atkinson, Whitewater and Jefferson -- have announced their plans to kickoff the celebratory season with a lighted holiday parade. Fort Atkinson In Fort Atkinson the annual lighted holiday parade will be held Sunday, Dec. 3, between...
Fort observes Veterans Day
By Chris Spangler The men and women who have worn America’s military uniforms were saluted with a Veterans Day observance in Fort Atkinson Saturday morning. The Paul Frank Florine Post 166 of the American Legion hosted a ceremony at the Legion Dugout, with Commander Joel Osmundson offering remarks. He noted...
Fort Senior Center to host event focusing on upcoming Boston travel tour, itinerary
The Fort Atkinson Senior Center, in conjunction with World Pulse Travel, with agents based in Fort Atkinson, has announced that a "travel show," titled: “The Spotlight on Boston,” and featuring a “walk through” of a five-day itinerary for an upcoming tour, will be held at the senior center. The activity,...