The Friends of Goat Island have announced that Goat Fest 2023, a celebration of music, entertainment, and the goats from Goat Island will be held Saturday. The event will be held in Jefferson’s Rotary Park, 301 S. Gardner Ave., from noon until 10 p.m. The event is free and open...
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Jefferson’s ‘Fiesta Latina’ slated Sunday
Organizers of “Fiesta Latina,” including Jefferson Mayor Dale Oppermann and alderperson Jim Schroeoder, have announced that the event, which is meant to connect with the Latino community and celebrate its culture, will be held Sunday. According to information released by organizers, the intent of the celebration is to “connect with...
John McKenzie and Don Bakker Memorial Bike Ride to be held in August
The Fort Atkinson Lions Club has announced that it will once again hold its John McKenzie and Don Bakker Memorial Bike Ride.According to Fort Atkinson Lions Club member Patti Hurtgen, the event was last held in 2019.According to a recent news release, the event, which also is called “Tour de...
Area artist inspires others to say: ‘I can do that’
By Kim McDarisonTeacher, mother, artist and daughter of a “crafty” mom, Whitewater resident and retired School District of Fort Atkinson Barrie Elementary School teacher Dawn Hunter says she has used art throughout her life to inspire herself and others to say: “I can do that.”With her upcoming exhibit, which will...
Google that: Ed Karrels, Fort graduate, dedicated philanthropist
By Chris SpanglerEd Karrels, whose career at Google has enabled him to give back generously to his hometown and other charitable endeavors, keynoted the Fort Atkinson Community Foundation’s 50th anniversary celebration Tuesday evening.A 1992 Fort Atkinson High School graduate, Karrels earned a computer science degree at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh...