By State Rep. Don Vruwink All of us operate on a budget. Businesses, government, families, and individuals use budgets to set their priorities and make ends meet. We have to make sure we have enough income to pay our bills and meet our obligations. The State of Wisconsin budget is...
Category: Opinion
Off The Record: Kennel Club co-founder Marleen LaPlant remembered
By Chris SpanglerThey say timing is everything.That certainly was the case for the Kennel Club of Fort Atkinson when it unveiled its “Puppy Serenade” statue at Rock River Park on June 15th.Passersby undoubtedly have admired the bronze sculpture created by Fort Atkinson artist Mark Dziewior. Located near the entrance to...
Medical examiner: ‘Please, if you see an accident … do not take videos or photos’
On July 1, I was the medical examiner on duty for the fatality in Fort. PLEASE if you see an accident, go ahead and look if you must but then LEAVE. GO HOME. And for the love of all things holy DO NOT TAKE VIDEOS or PHOTOS! I have never...
Your Take: Generals say thanks for great Baseball Fest
On behalf of the Fort Generals Board of Directors members, we want to thank the Fort Atkinson community, as well as surrounding communities, who showed up in droves to help us celebrate the 19th year of Baseball Fest! It was a smashing success and it certainly wouldn't happen without you....
County looks forward to safe, COVID-free summer
Editor's note: the following opinion piece was submitted by the Jefferson County Health Department. On June 11, the Jefferson County Health Department (JCHD) convened a commemoration to honor those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and acknowledge small-town resiliency and capacity to thrive. Those who have been lost to the COVID-19...