Editor’s note: The City of Milton has released the following information: On Wednesday, May 26, at approximately 8:35 a.m., the Milton Police Department, assisted by agents from the Wisconsin Department of Justice’s Division of Criminal Investigation, executed a search warrant at 717 Lamar Street in the City of Milton. Jason L. Keesey,...
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Enbridge ‘Site Investigation Workplan’ receives DNR approval
By Kim McDarison Approval has been given to a “Supplemental Site Investigation Workplan” submitted by Enbridge to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) earlier this month for the further investigation of a diluent spill near Blackhawk Island Road. The Supplemental Site Investigation Workplan (SSIWP), according to a May 26...
Safety tips offered to ensure a safe Memorial Day weekend
Editor’s note: Donna Haugom, Wisconsin Certified Emergency Manager (WCEM) and director of the Jefferson County Office of Emergency Management, offers the following tips to help Wisconsinites stay safe this Memorial Day weekend. Memorial Day weekend kicks off the beginning of summer. If you are traveling, make sure your vehicle is...
Walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations in Johnson Creek Thursday
The Jefferson County Health Department will hold a walk-in COVID-19 vaccination clinic for residents age 12-15 on Thursday, May 27. Anyone 16 years old and above also may attend. The event takes place from noon to 4 p.m. at the Johnson Creek Premium Outlet Mall, 575 W. Linmar Lane, #A40,...
Residents express frustration over Enbridge’s handling of Jefferson County spill
By Kim McDarison Emotions were high last Wednesday after Enbridge representatives gave a presentation to members of the Jefferson County Local Emergency Planning Committee. The presentation, given by Enbridge Technical Supervisor John Schwart and Enbridge Senior Environment Advisor with the company's US Environment Remediation division Karl Beaster, focused on a...