Fort Community Credit Union (FCCU) has announced that it will be awarding $10,000 in scholarship money for the 2023-2024 school year. According to a recent news release, representatives from the nonprofit institution, with locations in Fort Atkinson, Jefferson, Watertown, and Whitewater, noted that the scholarships are a reflection of the...
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Stehling presented with ‘Outstanding Service by a DAR Member in the Promotion of Literacy’ award
Janet Stehling, Jefferson, has been recognized both statewide and nationally for literacy promotion as a member of the Wisconsin Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), according to a recent news release submitted by a local chapter of the group. A member of the Fort Atkinson-Eli Pierce DAR Chapter, Stehling...
Jefferson man pronounced dead in Iowa County following snowmobile crash
A Jefferson man was pronounced dead Thursday in Iowa County after losing control of a snowmobile he was operating, according to information released by the Iowa County Sheriff’s Office. Richard Koch, 67, was operating a snowmobile on the Military Ridge State Trail between County Trunk BB and County Trunk YZ...
Nearly 80 million birds die in almost two years of bird flu
Some 20.9 million birds were culled in infected domestic flocks from October through December to prevent the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI).Editor’s note: This article was produced by FERN's Ag Insider and is used with permission. ©2024 Food and Environment Reporting Network.By Staff Author and Chuck AbbottOne-fourth of...
Rock River Community Clinic Annual Tour da Goose Bike Ride fundraiser slated
The 12th Annual Tour da Goose Bike Ride fundraiser will be held in June, according to information released by the Rock River Community Clinic. In advance of the event, and as preparations are being made, the group is seeking sponsors, according to a recent media release. Funds from the event...