By Chris SpanglerThe Friends of Haumerson’s Pond has dedicated a bird feeder sculpture to retired Fort Atkinson biology teacher Richard “Dick” Wanie.Gathering at the Bark River Nature Park warminghouse earlier this month, the Friends unveiled the bird feeder in honor of the undisputed “Birdman of Fort Atkinson.”The work of art...
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School district: summer maintenance, renovation projects underway
School District of Fort Atkinson officials have noted recently that several of the district’s summer projects are underway. Projects include maintenance and renovations at all four of the district’s elementary schools. According to information released by the district earlier this month, the improvements underway this summer were made possible through...
Rotary news: Club to hold beer- and wine-tasting fundraiser; Top 2024 scholars recognized
The Fort Atkinson Rotary Club has announced that it will be holding its annual beer- and wine-tasting fundraiser as part of "An Evening in the Garden" hosted by Blodgett Garden Center.Slated for 5 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, the event will feature fine beverages, food trucks and live entertainment...
Video: Fort’s Class of 2024 graduates
In case you missed it: The full Fort Atkinson High School Class of 2024 graduation ceremony, which was held Sunday in the Fort Atkinson High School gym, was videotaped by the staff of the Fort Atkinson High School Performing Arts Center. The video is found below and on the cover...
Fort holds ‘Rock Day’ observance
Some 840 Fort Atkinson High School students, along with members of the community and distinguished military guests on Friday observed “Rock Day.” The annually memorial observance, now in its 105th year, included seven student speakers, music performed by members of the high school music department, and the ceremonial placing of...