By Chris Spangler Three Fort Atkinson firefighters who died in a truck crash while responding to a Rockdale blaze more than a century ago are being remembered on a Wisconsin monument. This Saturday, the names of William Gross, Herman Smith and Frank Hoffman will be added to the Wisconsin Fire...
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Truck driver dies after single-vehicle crash in Ixonia
The driver of a truck is dead after failing to negotiate a turn on a roadway in Ixonia, according to information released by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Friday. As stated in the release, at approximately 11:30 a.m., deputies responded to the scene of a crash on County Trunk Highway...
Jefferson County administration: Budget proposal reduces debt levy, mill rate
The Jefferson County Finance Committee voted on Thursday to set the framework for the 2025 Jefferson County Budget, according to information released by the Office of the Administrator. According to the release, the 2025 budget — estimated at $109.4 million — represents a 2.8% increase over the prior year. The...
Jefferson County Health Department: Whooping cough is impacting Jefferson County
Jefferson County Health Department officials Monday released information alerting county residents of an increase in pertussis cases, also known as whooping cough. According to the release, cases in Jefferson County have increased “over the past few months.” “The Health Department continues working with each of these cases and their providers...
Hameau to succeed Haugom as Jefferson County Emergency Management director
Tracy Hameau has been named director of Jefferson County Emergency Management, according to information released Friday by the county’s Office of the County Administrator. She succeeds Donna Haugom, who recently retired after 32 years of service with the county, the release stated. Hameau began in her new role with Jefferson...