State officials are putting a temporary hold on using the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine pending a federal review.The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) jointly stated that out of 6.8 million Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) vaccine doses given, six cases of a rare...
Category: Government
Recount scheduled for Whitewater’s Aldermanic District 5 serving residents in Jefferson County
By Kim McDarison A petition has been filed for the recounting of votes cast in the April 6 election for candidates running in the City of Whitewater Common Council Aldermanic District 5. The district includes a portion of the city of Whitewater that resides within Jefferson County. The recount petition...
DHS: Every Wisconsinite can get COVID-19 vaccine
With all residents age 16 and older now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) encourages everyone to schedule an appointment. Anyone that lives, works, or studies in Wisconsin can get vaccinated for free — even if they cannot provide proof of residency, do not have a...
Severe weather awareness: information about thunderstorms shared
Editor’s note: April 12-16 is tornado and severe weather awareness week. In recognition, the Jefferson County Office of Emergency Management has released the following information: Welcome to Day Two of Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness Week. Tornadoes, large hail, strong winds, flooding, and lightning are all hazards associated with severe...
Statewide tornado drill this Thursday
Wisconsin will hold its statewide tornado drill on Thursday, April 15.Held in conjunction with Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness Week, the drill is a reminder for residents to discuss and practice what to do during a tornado warning.At both 1:45 and 6:45 p.m. Thursday, residents are encouraged to pause what...