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Tornado hits Milton area

On Sunday, May 26, at approximately 5:28 p.m., the Rock County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Milton area for a report of a possible tornado that went through the area.

Cleanup continued the next day, Memorial Day, after the storm.

Indeed, the severe storms that blasted through southern Wisconsin on Sunday evening produced at least three tornadoes, according to the National Weather Service.

The first tornado was an EF-0 tornado that went along a track extending from west of Janesville – near northeast Footville – all the way through the community of Milton. The peak wind speed was approximately 80 mph. According to radar data, the funnel touched down at about 5 p.m. and remained on the ground for 22 minutes.

tree was ripped up by the roots in Milton. It was one of many instances of tornado damage.

The National Weather Service storm survey found that a second EF-0 rated tornado, with an estimated wind speed of 65 mph, started over northeastern Lake Koshkonong and went 2.5 miles northeastward toward the southwestern side of Fort Atkinson. Being not as strong, this tornado mostly caused downed tree limbs.

A third EF-0 rated tornado, with peak wind speeds of 80 mph, began east of Janesville and tracked to the north-northeast into Jefferson County,

ending near U.S. Highway 12 between Fort Atkinson and Whitewater. The track was about 13.8 miles long.

The City of Milton Police Department responded to the tornado in their area. Law enforcement units located multiple downed trees and power lines. Multiple residences were found to have sustained structural damage.

There were no injuries reported.

Alliant Energy and We Energies responded to repair the

downed power lines. The Rock County Highway Department, Milton Public Works, and Town of Koshkonong Public Works all responded to clear the roadways of the downed trees. The Lakeside Fire Department and Rock County Emergency Management responded as well.

The area was surveyed in the next few days by the National Weather Service.

Any additional information will be released by Rock County Emergency Management.

Blackhawk graduates 25 new recruits from law enforcement academy

Blackhawk Technical College held a special ceremony Friday, May 17 to recognize the efforts of 25 students who completed training through the college’s Law Enforcement Recruit Academy.

This was the 92nd class to graduate from the academy, which provides the basic law enforcement training required to become a law enforcement officer in Wisconsin.

“If you put in the work, there’s nothing more satisfying than doing this job right. When you help people, and they express their appreciation, there is no better reward,” Troy Egger, Academy Director, said to the graduates.

Benjamin Casado, class speaker, said this academy class was comprised of leaders.

“One day we will be sitting in the crowd as seasoned law enforcement officers at a grad-

uation welcoming in the new generation. I hope we all continue to get better because we will be their example, be their mentors and be their leaders,” said Casado, who works for the Green County Sheriff’s Office. Lt. Richard LeFeber received the Instructor of Excellence Award from the graduates, and Detective Jeff Winiarski of the Janesville Police Department was the keynote speaker. He teaches the defensive tactics class.

Three students also were recognized for four different awards of excellence:

Academic Achievement Award: Benjamin Casado

This award is given to the student with the highest achievement for each of the three end-of-phase tests. The class had a 90 percent average. Casado had more than 96

percent.

Outstanding Physical Fitness Award: Ian Grice

To graduate, each student has to pass a physical readiness test. This award is given to the student who demonstrated outstanding physical fitness and showed the most effort in the 32 hours of physical fitness throughout the past 18 weeks.

Ryan Copeland Marksmanship Award

Recipient: Nolen Bakken

This award is named after Officer Ryan Copeland, a 2013 academy graduate who was killed in an on-duty traffic crash in 2015 and is given to a student who is ranked top in his class for marksmanship.

Terry Fell Leadership Award: Benjamin Casado

This award is named after

Terry Fell, who was the academy director for 10 years and former City of Beloit Police Chief, Rock County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy and Rock County Board member. Fell’s legacy is of leadership, honor and sense of duty. The award is given to a student who embodies those characteristics.

Members of Class 24-92:

• Nolen Bakken, Edgerton Police Department

• Devin Bebar, Janesville Police Department

• Kenton Beishir, Rock County Sheriff’s Office

• Walker Bown, Rock County Sheriff’s Office

• Benjamin Casado, Green County Sheriff’s Office

• Paola Delgado, Evansville Police Department

• Kaleb Dix, Janesville Police Department

• Kyle Dix, Mount Horeb Police Department

• Ross Fitzgerald, Janesville

Police Department

• Braden Folbrecht, Mount Horeb Police Department

• Tyr Freyr, Rock County Sheriff’s Office

• Ian Grice, Beloit Police Department

• Avery Hanel, Janesville Police Department

• Andrew Hegle, Janesville Police Department

• Benjamin Jacobs, Rock County Sheriff’s Office

• Gavin Lerma, Town of Beloit Police Department

• Brady Molander, Rock County Sheriff’s Office

• Cody Offord, Oregon Police Department

• Cameron Reinders, Jefferson Police Department

• William Sanft, Monroe Police Department

• Rebecca Scerbicke, Janesville Police Department

• Anndrea Terry, Albany Police Department

• Derek Weum, Stoughton Police Department

• Phillip Young, Rock County Sheriff’s Office

• Chase Ziegelbauer, Janesville Police Department

About the Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Academy Blackhawk’s Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Academy prepares students for certification as law enforcement officers. Over the course of 720 instructional hours, recruits focus on the theories of law enforcement needed to be a sworn member of law enforcement in Wisconsin. In addition to the class instruction and hands-on practical exercises, recruits spend at least a halfhour of outside study time for every hour of class time. Upon completion, recruits are eligible for certification with the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board. Learn more at blackhawk.edu/recruitacademy.

PHOTO COURTESY AMANDA URISH, BLACKHAWK TECHNICAL COLLEGE Rock Valley Publishing

Back row, from left to right: Kenton Beishir, Avery Hanel, Braden Folbrecht, William Sanft, Kyle Dix, Tyr Freyr, Nolen Bakken, Cody Offord. Middle row, from left to right: Chase Ziegelbauer, Gavin Lerma, Benjamin Casado, Phillip Young, Ross Fitzgerald, Devin Bebar, Cameron Reinders, Kaleb Dix, Derek Weum. Front row, from left to right: Ian Grice, Anndrea Terry, Andrew Hegle, Brady Molander, Benjamin Jacobs, Walker Bown, Rebecca Scerbicke, Paola Delgado.

PHOTO COURTESY KARI GRANT, WISN 12 NEWS SCREENSHOT Rock Valley Publishing

Apparent tornado in Milton, taken Sunday, May 26.

First National Bank and Trust announces free community events

First National Bank and Trust (FNBT) has announced a series of Free Shred Days, Coin Appraisals and Blood Drive events at various FNBT branches as part of its commitment to community service and security. These events are designed to provide a valuable service to FNBT’s customers and community members, ensuring safe disposal of sensitive documents, offering expert coin appraisal services, and providing a much-needed resource to local health institutions.

Free Shred Days Bring confidential documents for secure shredding on-site in order to be protected from identity theft. Shredding services will be available from 9 a.m. to noon on the specified dates. This free service will be limited to six boxes per person to allow all community members a chance to have their personal documents shredded.

• Saturday, June 1: 1625

10th St., Monroe, WI

• Saturday, June 13: 105 State Road 67, Walworth, WI

• Saturday, July 13: 1882 Inman Pkwy, Beloit, WI

• Saturday, Aug. 17: 5360

Bridge St., Roscoe, IL

Free Coin Appraisals

Stop in for expert coin appraisal services conducted by Ron Beckstrom of Golden Rule Coins, an experienced professional. Whether it is an inherited collection or just curious about the value of some coins, this free service will be available from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the specified dates. Appointments are not necessary; however, visitors may need to wait momentarily to be seen.

• Wednesday, June 27: 1795 Madison Rd., Beloit, WI

• Thursday, July 25: 500 N. Elida St., Winnebago, IL

• Thursday, Aug. 1: 1625

10th St., Monroe, WI

• Friday, Sept. 27: 300 E.

Main St., Rockton, IL

• Thursday, Oct. 10: 105 State Road 67, Walworth, WI

Free Blood Drive

The Rock River Valley Blood Center will be on site to collect blood donations for local health institutions. Blood donations are in constant need and all types are wel-

Agrichemical cleanup program fee holiday to end

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has announced that a fee holiday for pesticide and fertilizer licensees, and farmers purchasing fertilizer, will end on May 31. Pesticides and fertilizers that are registered or purchased on or after June 1 will include the applicable Agrichemical Cleanup Program (ACCP) fee. The program fund had previously been on a fee holiday since 2018. The fee surcharge is based on the

level of the ACCP fund on May 1 each year, when DATCP is required to review the program funds. When the fund remains above $1.5 million, DATCP may waive the fee. When the fund balance is at or below $1.5 million, the surcharge fees are reactivated to restore the fund balance to the level necessary to operate the ACCP, which helps pay for the costs of cleaning up agrichemical spills.

On May 1, the fund balance was $1,375,000. Due to the fund being

below $1.5 million but above $750,000, half of the ACCP fee will be required on all pesticide products registered and fertilizers sold on or after June 1. When the surcharge is in effect, fertilizer and pesticide businesses pay the fee when they renew their licenses/product registration.

For more information about the ACCP fund and a complete list of fertilizer and pesticide fees, visit https:// datcp.wi.gov/Pages/Programs_Services/ ACCPFundSurcharges.aspx.

comed. One blood donation can save up to three lives, so every contribution will make a difference in the community. Donating is a safe and easy process. Walk-ins will be welcomed, but information will be available in May to schedule an appointment during the blood drive.

• Wednesday, July 10, 11

a.m. to 3 p.m., 2600 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI

All events are free and open to the public. FNBT is committed to always being here to provide valuable services to the community. For more information, please contact MarketingInfo@bankatfirstnational.com or 800-6674401.

Police news

Slow-No-Wake posted on portion of Rock River

According to U.S. Geological Survey Gauges, the water level for the Rock River in Afton is 6.8 feet. County Ordinance requires a slowno-wake speed restriction be placed on the Rock River in Afton when the water level exceeds 6.5 feet; therefore, the Rock River from the Indianford Dam south to the W B R Townline Road Bridge is under a slow-no-wake speed restriction.

The Rock River from the Indianford Dam north to Lake Koshkonong, and the W B R Townline Road Bridge south to the Stateline are not under a speed restriction based on the current water levels.

Slow-no-wake is defined as operating a vessel at a speed as slowly as possible while still maintaining steering control.

The Sheriff’s Office is providing public notice of the Rock River’s current slow-nowake status.

Deputies will place slowno-wake signs along the river at all public access points between the Indianford Dam and the Stateline.

Officer involved death in Beloit investigation

The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved death in the City of Beloit, Wis. that occurred on the afternoon of Thursday, May 16.

At approximately 3:26 p.m., officers with the Beloit Police Department responded to a 911 call for a reported stabbing near the 2000 block of Frederick Street in the City of Beloit. When they arrived officers located an adult female, who had been stabbed. Officers then observed Gregory W. Tracy, 54, who was armed with an edged weapon making violent threats to harm a second individual believed to be in the residence. One officer utilized a less lethal option, but it was ineffective. Beloit

Police Officer Cole Gille, 6 years law enforcement service, discharged his firearm, striking the subject. Life saving measures were performed but Tracy was pronounced deceased at the scene. The female victim was transported to a local hospital then transferred to a trauma center and is in stable condition. It was later determined that no other persons were in the residence. Edged weapons were recovered at the scene.

A law enforcement officer was treated for minor injuries sustained during the incident.

Officer Gille remains on administrative leave, per agency policy.

Involved law enforcement were wearing body cameras during the incident.

DCI is leading this investigation and are assisted by the Wisconsin State Patrol Technical Reconstruction Unit, Wisconsin State Crime Laboratory, Rock County Sheriff’s Office, Beloit Fire Department, Rock County Medical Examiner’s Office,

Dane County Medical Examiner’s Office, a DCI Crime Response Specialist, and members of the DCI Digital Evidence Unit. All involved law enforcement are fully cooperating with DCI during this investigation.

DCI is continuing to review evidence and determine the facts of this incident and will turn over investigative reports to the Rock County District Attorney when the investigation concludes.

Missing prisoner apprehended

Abram Jefferson, who on Sept. 15, 2023, was reported missing from the Kenosha Correctional Center, was apprehended on May 23 by the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department.

Jefferson will be transported to Kenosha County for processing and possible charges.

Jefferson’s previous criminal charges include robbery and battery. Additional offense information is available on the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access website.

The Wisconsin Department of Corrections would like to thank the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department and anyone who submitted tips leading to Jefferson’s arrest.

Name revealed in motor vehicle crash on May 19

The Rock County Medical Examiner’s Department is releasing the name of the individual that died following a motor vehicle crash on May 19. The incident occurred near the intersection of West Fenrick Road and North Britt Road, and was reported to authorities at or about 6:37 p.m.

The individual can be identified as: Thomas A. Bobzien, 60, of Milton.

Mr. Bobzien was pronounced deceased at the hospital on May 19. A forensic examination was completed on May 20. Preliminary results of the examination confirm that Mr. Bobzien died from injuries sustained in the crash. Additional testing is underway at this time.

This incident remains under investigation by the Rock County Sheriff’s Office and the Rock County Medical Examiner’s Department.

Welfare check leads to death investigation

On May 22, at approximately 7:27 a.m., Rock County Sheriff’s Office Deputies were dispatched to the 9900 block of N. Newville Road for a welfare check. After officers arrived on scene the incident was changed to a death investigation.

During the investigation an adult female and an adult male who have a marital relationship were found deceased inside the residence. As of right now, investigation leads us to believe there are no suspects, as this appears to be an isolated incident inside the residence. There is no threat to the public. The names of the deceased will be released by the Medical Examiner’s Office at a later time. This continues to be an ongoing investigation.

Parkview High School spring sports

Parkview High School Varsity baseball team for spring 2024.

Parkview High School trapshooting team for spring 2024.

Parkview High School track team for spring 2024.

Parkview High School softball team for spring 2024.

Parkview High School JV baseball team for spring 2024.

Parkview High School golf team for spring 2024.

Blackhawk celebrates GED, HSED graduates

In a ceremony at Blackhawk Technical College’s Central Campus, 33 students graduated the evening of Tuesday, May 14 with their

Certificate of General Education Development (GED) or their High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED). Among the graduates, two

individuals shared their personal journeys, marked with significant challenges and triumphs.

“I always knew that I’d be back one day to give it my best go and try to get my GED,” said Demeon Davis, who said he plans to go on to become a police officer because he wants to help others.

Kohna Kalscheur, reflecting on her own experience, emphasized the importance of self-determination.

“Choose yourself first over anybody. Only you will be there for yourself at the end of a long night and first thing in the morning … it’s never too late to go back and finish what you started,” she said.

Blackhawk provides flexible and supportive options to complete the GED/HSED requirements. With flexible lab times and instructor-led classes at three locations, students have many options to prepare for the GED/HSED tests. Learn more at blackhawk. edu/ged-hsed.

The May 2024 GED/HSED graduates are: Laura Abbott, Chandler Barilla, Monica Casique, Kiery Cruz Fiero, Tiffany Davidson, Demeon Davis, Alex Guttierez, Kianna Harris, Shyann Hendrickson, Jesus Hernandez Cortez, Benjamin Hofmeyer, Ali Jaime Espinoza, Nevaeh Shyariel Jones, Kohna Kalscheur, Joshua Kaster, Sang (Sue) Kim, Dominek Nehls, Izabella Osburn, Axel Perez, Jade Porter, Layla Presely, Aiden Pruette, Xochilth Rodriquez, Amanda Russell, Victor Saucedo, Dylan Saucier, Trinity SmithHicks, Kayce Thomas, Lisa Thornton, Sam Torres, Amanda Vevang, Samara Woods, Lacresha Wright.

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Morghan Carney promoted to Kandu client service manager

Kandu Industries Inc., a Rock County-based non-profit that provides programs and services to people with disabilities and disadvantages, recently announced that Morghan Carney has been promoted to client service manager. In her new role, Carney will be responsible for the development and implementation of activities, procedures and protocols for the organization’s prevocational employment and increased support programs.

earn a paycheck in a safe and controlled work environment. Kandu’s increased support program (ISP) offers similar programming combined with daily living skills training for clients who require a higher level of support.

Kandu’s prevocational employment program provides employment training, supervision, and encouragement for adults with disabilities. Staff work with clients on everything from behavioral skills to social integration into the work environment. Clients are supported as they build confidence in completing assigned tasks, work to improve job skills, and

Carney will work jointly with Kandu’s internal senior managers to provide supervision and leadership to a team of support staff while working directly with clients, guardians and families to develop individualized support plans.

Carney earned her promotion after serving as a client service coordinator for Kandu since July of 2023. Carney graduated from Iowa State University with a B.S. in psychology, is a child abuse and dependent adult mandatory reporter, and has completed extensive training in health, ethics, and civil rights.

Gov. Evers, DVA reveal veteran mental health grant recipients

Gov. Tony Evers, together with Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA)

Secretary James Bond, announced recently that nine nonprofit organizations are receiving Veteran Mental Health Community-Based Organization Grant funding to promote positive mental health through activities, programs, and services that enhance the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of Wisconsin veterans.

“From mental health and substance use disorders to challenges with housing and employment, we know that veterans often face unique hurdles when they return to civilian life,” said Gov. Evers. “It’s our duty to ensure that after their time of service, our veterans return to a state that values them and provides them with the support they need to thrive. I’m incredibly proud of the work we’ve done so far to invest in mental and behavioral health services for our veterans, and I’m grateful to our partners at DVA who do great work every day to support these heroes and their families.”

The Veteran Mental Health Community-Based Organization Grants are part of Gov. Evers’ $10 million investment in veterans services, which was funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and based on recommendations released by the Governor’s Blue Ribbon Commission on Veteran Opportunity. In 2022, Gov. Evers signed an executive order creating the Commission to develop new, innovative initiatives to support the more than 300,000 veterans who live in Wisconsin. Based on the Commission’s recommendations, Gov. Evers announced a $10 million investment, funded through ARPA, in veteran services across the state. These services included investments to support veterans’ mental health initiatives, a new rental assistance program for homeless veterans, and additional resources for DVA’s Veterans Outreach and

Recovery Program (VORP), veteran services offices, and more.

Last September, Gov. Evers and DVA Secretary Bond announced nearly $650,000 in Veteran Mental Health Community-Based Grants to 16 nonprofit organizations. Gov. Evers also announced two additional veteran mental health grants for mental health providers to serve veterans with crisis or emergency mental health needs and for licensed providers to administer mental health services to veterans. In November, DVA announced $474,407 in grants to seven organizations for the first round of the two grant programs to directly subsidize mental healthcare for Wisconsin veterans.

Gov. Evers’ 2023-25 executive budget built upon the investments recommended by the Commission, providing ongoing state support for these critical initiatives. While a majority of these provisions were removed by Republicans in the Wisconsin State Legislature, the final 2023-25 budget signed by Gov. Evers still increased funding by 25 percent for county veterans service offices and Tribal veterans service offices and provided $2.5 million annually to support the state’s veterans homes, as needed, to ensure these vital facilities can retain staff, address building and operational needs, and provide top-quality care to veterans.

“I’m thrilled that WDVA is able to partner with this diverse group of nonprofits dedicated to serving veterans in their communities,” said DVA Secretary Bond. “These organizations provide a holistic and thoughtful approach to veteran mental health. I am especially pleased that this round includes groups that specifically work with underserved communities. I’m grateful to Gov. Evers for this direct investment in Wisconsin veterans.”

The nine grant recipients and their planned projects, totaling $600,000, are:

• Shield of Sisters received

$100,000 to fund a six-step “restoration” workshop that empowers women veterans who have experienced sexual trauma in the military.

• MKE Urban Stables received $21,000 to fund an equine-assisted therapy program for veterans in Milwaukee.

• Next 18 received a $75,000 grant to expand their four-day camp model to provide the tools and techniques necessary for veterans to improve their mental and physical health by alleviating the symptoms associated with moral injury and post-traumatic stress disorder.

• BEAMING Inc. Equine-Assisted Services in Neenah received a $76,337 grant for mental health and therapy services through equine-assisted therapy programs. In addition, the funds will be used to help build bunkhouses for veterans and their families to stay in while attending services.

• Hmong American Center received a $100,000 grant to provide mental health programs to underserved Southeast Asian Wisconsin veterans by working with collaborative healthcare providers.

• Veterans Equine Alliance received a $43,000 grant to provide various individual and small group experiences through a non-riding equine therapy program.

• War Memorial Center received a $50,000 grant to provide programs and services to veterans and their families that focus on reducing veteran suicides and family support.

• Coulee Recovery Center received a $57,655 grant to provide holistic mental health services. The center will partner with the La Crosse Area Family YMCA’s Wellness Warriors and other veteran and first responder support agencies across Wisconsin.

• Dogs2DogTags received a $77,008 grant to train and place service dogs with veterans diagnosed with post-traumatic stress or anxiety. There is no cost for veterans to receive a dog.

Kohna Kalscheur reflected on her own experience at the graduation ceremony on May 14.

PHOTOS COURTESY AMANDA URISH, BLACKHAWK TECHNICAL COLLEGE Rock Valley Publishing

Demeon Davis shared his personal journey to get his GED at the ceremony at Blackhawk Technical college on Tuesday, May 14.

Morghan Carney

4-H volunteers impact youth mental health

By Deilee Calvert UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON

Lisa Sprangers, a 4-H volunteer in Outagamie County, first met 4-H member Lily Schwartz when they served together on the Wisconsin 4-H Leadership Council. Sprangers remembers when they were initiated as co-presidents of the Council, “We were going up on stage and Lily looked at me and said, ‘I don’t know what am I doing.’ I’m like, ‘I don’t know what we are doing either, but we’ll figure it out together.’” When it comes to being a 4-H volunteer, Sprangers sees her role as one of support. “I’m the problem solver or the person that listens. I would equate it to coaching,” Sprangers said.

Beginning 4-H at age 9, Schwartz, who is now a freshman at UW-Stout, has had a lot of experience with 4-H volunteers. “The adult volunteers through 4-H really boost my self-confidence and support me in a way that school and parents can’t. Someone outside of your immediate family, having such faith and support in you and following through and wanting you to achieve your dreams. It’s really good. It’s really important,” said Schwartz.

The soil of positive youth development

Having adult volunteers is more than a logistical or organizational solution. It’s built into the 4-H Thriving Model. Caring adults from the community provide an important support system for youth. Research shows that having safe adults that youth can turn to, in addition to parents and guardians, helps youth gain a sense of belonging. And a sense of belonging is key to positive youth development.

Dawn Vandevoort, 4-H Volunteer Development Specialist, uses the 4-H flower graphic to describe the Thriving Model, explaining that the flower grows best when it’s in good soil. When the “soil” that surrounds youth provides a sense of belonging, they are more able to learn and grow.

“Caring adults are really part of that. And making sure that our caring adults are prepared to help support and encourage young people, that’s really critical for our young people to grow up and find their future and thrive,” said Vandevoort.

Vandevoort’s role in 4-H is providing support and training to adult volunteers so they have the tools they need to foster a sense of belonging and “spark” curiosity. Every

4-H volunteer goes through a series of trainings to better understand research-based best practices for working with youth and the roles and responsibilities of 4-H volunteers. Once they begin working with youth, volunteers are encouraged to identify additional resources or training needs that would help them succeed. Each volunteer has a county 4-H educator available to provide that training and connect them with local and statewide resources.

Supporting youth mental health

In the last several years, there has been an increase in volunteer requests for youth mental health support. Vandevoort said, “We’re seeing a lot more adults that are curious about how they can support young people. It’s becoming more important to them and it’s more visible. People are talking about it more, which is great. That’s what we want is raising that awareness and visibility. That it’s OK to talk about mental health.”

In response, Extension’s Behavioral Health team created training for 4-H volunteers, focused on helping adults know how to respond when youth come to them with big questions. Called “Supporting Youth Mental Health” (SYMH), the training gives volunteers tools and encourages adults to support youth as they think through the issue, rather than solving problems for them.

Heidi Groth, a 4-H volunteer first in LaCrosse County and now in Brown, said that as a 4-H leader she did not have a lot of situations where youth sought out mental health support, since meetings were short and focused. “Other than maybe basic conflict resolution where two kids want the same item, that’s about the most I’ve ever dealt with at the club level,” said Groth. Once she started to volunteer for extended experiences, like overnight trips, that changed. That’s when she signed up for the SYMH training.

She is glad to have the additional training because SYMH prepared her for situations that she would not otherwise think about. During the training, she commented that some of the scenarios seemed very serious, more serious than she expected to encounter. “Emily [the trainer] said, ‘Well, you never know. You’re going to go on an experience. As the adult, you might have kind of a big question or a big event happen.’” Not too long after, Groth got one of those big

questions from a youth in her group. Groth said, “I definitely appreciated the idea that you don’t have to answer immediately. You can take a second to collect your thoughts.”

Since then, Groth has had multiple opportunities to support youth with big questions and big events. She has guided youth through box breathing exercises to help with nerves before giving a speech and helped youth identify priorities when overwhelmed. Groth said, “I was glad the training emphasized the idea that different relationships are going to require a different level of need from you, and different youth are going to need different support depending on their age, depending on the circumstances; the idea that here are some specific tools in your toolbox. You, as an adult, need to choose the correct tool for the moment.”

How adults are contributing

Caring adults are a big piece of the 4-H thriving model and they continue to show up for youth throughout Wisconsin. Last year, 4-H volunteers gave 293,000 hours of their time to youth. And those relationships are making an impact. “I work with volunteers across the whole state and it is amazing to see adults who truly care for the young people of our communities and support them and encourage them and spend their free time. They really, truly are investing their free time to make sure that our youth are prepared for their future,” said Vandevoort.

Groth has seen the impact firsthand in the youth that she supports. “There are things that are awkward to bring up with the adults that are very close in their life because they could be things that they’re worried about how that adult is going to feel about that.” Groth has had youth ask her to help them figure out how to respectfully talk to their parents about a tough situation. “They don’t want to disappoint their parents, and their parents’ expectations are a good thing. But at the same time, they realize and know this is not going to be what their parents want to hear.” Groth said she often has youth ask her to be a sounding board so they don’t sound disrespectful and rude to their parents.

Groth has also seen the impact of caring adults on her own family and herself as a parent. “My own experience growing up did not prepare me for parenthood. There’s a whole lot of situations as a

parent that I was not prepared for, and it’s really nice that I don’t have to feel like all of that’s on me. My kids have somebody else to go to.”

Getting involved

Raising four kids and working full-time does not leave a lot of extra time for Groth to volunteer, but she has continued because it is so rewarding. “These things that you’re excited about, youth are excited about them too, and they’re experiencing them for the first time. So, it’s like you get to relive it all over again. The best experiences of your life when you first discovered this new hobby or this new talent. You get to relive that moment again. So it’s fantastic. I love

that.”

Sprangers has been a 4-H volunteer for 17 years. Even though her kids are grown up and no longer in 4-H, she plans to continue volunteering. Sprangers said that she learns so much from the youth and the experience has helped her become a better communicator overall. “I think the words that come to mind is that it fills my bucket. There are so many positives of working alongside youth. Seeing and helping youth succeed, it just makes me feel good,” said Sprangers. While a lot of adults serve as 4-H community club leaders, clubs also need project leaders that can help youth learn specific project skills.

But, your contribution could be as simple as helping out as needed. Groth said, “The adults in 4-H need other adults, because I’m not an expert in everything, so I need somebody else to be there as the expert in things. And the youth need a variety of adults to do it. So even if you think your contribution isn’t going to be super worthwhile, try anyway. Learn along with the kids, and you’ll probably find that your experience is rewarding.”

If you’re interested in becoming a 4-H volunteer, contact your local county extension office to discuss options with your 4-H or Positive Youth Development Educator.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 15 • 10 A.M. AL PAGE ESTATE LIVE AUCTION 11050 CEMETERY RD., CAPRON, IL

VEHICLES/BOATS: 2015 Chevy Silverado LTZ 4x4 LTZ, Ford L8000 Semi with van trailer, multiple fishing boats.

MISC.: Outboard motors, large selection of fishing equipment, like new mobility scooter, Stihl power equipment, gas powered welder/generator, large assortment of tools, Suzuki 750 4x4 ATV,

Lisa Sprangers, a 4-H volunteer in Outagamie County, and 4-H member Lily Schwartz work together on an activity.

Students represent UWW at Track and Field Championships College news

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater was represented by 12 student-athletes at the 2024 NCAA Division III Outdoor Track and Field Championships last week.

The championship meet was Thursday to Saturday, May 23 to 25, at Doug Shaw Memorial Stadium in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

The following UW-Whitewater student-athletes are outdoor national qualifiers for 2024:

Shelvin Garrett of Beloit, who is majoring in Physical Education.

Tina Shelton of Janesville, who is majoring in human performance.

Two Warhawk men qualified in two events. Christian Patzka (Black Earth, Wis./Wisconsin Heights) boasts the top times in Division III in the 5,000-meter run and 3000-meter steeplechase. Patzka defended his 2023 national title in the steeplechase.

A three-time All-American in the event, Patzka entered the championship with the top time in Division III by more than six seconds. In the 5,000, he was joined by teammate Gunner Schlender (Brillion, Wis./ Brillion), the ninth seed, in the event. Schlender also competed in the 10,000-meter run where he entered the championship with the 11th-fastest time in the nation this season. He captured bronze in the 10K a year ago.

Shelvin Garrett II (Beloit, Wis./Memorial) and Jordan Hall (Elkhorn, Wis./Elkhorn) both qualified in the triple jump. Garrett II entersed as the number three seed while Hall is seeded 22nd. Garrett II is a two-time All-American in the event and

was the 2023 runner-up at the national championship meet.

Justin Krause (Ixonia, Wis./ Pewaukee) looked to add to his 2022 All-America honor in the 1500 this season. He entered as the 12th seed.

Ben Bojar (Pewaukee, Wis./ Pewaukee) earned a spot in the 100-meter dash with his time of 10.52 seconds, good for a tie for 20th among competitors entering the meet.

Tina Shelton (Janesville, Wis./Parker) led the UWW women as a qualifier in multiple events. Shelton’s 100-meter dash time is tied for fourth-best in the nation this season. She also competed in the 200-meter dash where she entered as the 16th seed. Shelton claimed All-America honors in both events last season after finishing fifth and seventh respectively. Shelton also ran the second leg on the Warhawks’ 4x100 squad that comes in as the sixth seed. Hannah Bilodeau (Machesney Park, IL/Harlem) lead off the foursome followed by Shelton and Jacqueline Kornowski (Green Bay, Wis./Preble). Danielle Pouska (Algonquin, IL/Jacobs) anchored the combination.

Gracie Holland (Marshfield, Wis./Marshfield) qualified in her signature event, the pole vault. She entered the championship as the fourth seed. Holland is a two-time All-American in the event. She finished as the runner-up in 2022 and was fourth a year ago. Kenni Czarnecki (Muskego, Wis./Muskego) represented UWW in the throws. She was the 11th seed in the hammer throw field.

LEGAL NOTICES

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT GREEN COUNTY

In Re: the Name Change of Treyton Malaki-Milligan Alexander

Notice of Hearing

Case No. 2024CV000065

TREYTON MALAKI-MILLIGAN ALEXANDER

704 EAST 8TH AVE BRODHEAD WI

This case is scheduled for:

Name change hearing

Date: 06-07-2024

Time: 09:30 am Location: 2nd Floor - Branch

1 Green County Justice Center, 2841-6th Street, Monroe WI 53566 Circuit Court Judge/Circuit Court Commissioner: Faun Marie Phillipson Re Name Change

This matter will not be adjourned by the court except upon formal motion for good cause or with the specific approval of the court upon stipulation by all parties. If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 608-328-9433 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation.

Green County Circuit Court

Date: April 26, 2024

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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT GREEN COUNTY

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF

WENDY J. ZWEIFEL

Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 24PR41

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:

1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth 8/28/1972 and date of death 4/06/2024, was domiciled in Green County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of W3265 Blazer Rd., Belleville, WI 53508.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

UW-Whitewater announces spring 2024 Dean’s List

The following students were named to the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Dean’s List for the 2024 spring semester.

• Mason Hoenig of Beloit

• Rory Martin of Edgerton

• Gunnar Call of Janesville

These students have demonstrated their academic abilities by receiving a grade point average of 3.4 or above in a single semester.

“Making the Dean’s List is a tremendous honor. It is a recognition of our students’ hard work and commitment to success,” said John Chenoweth, who serves as UW-Whitewater’s provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs. “We are proud of our students and hope to see their names on the list again. Congratulations to all who were recognized!”

The Registrar’s Office reports 3,298 students were selected for the Dean’s List for the spring semester. More than 11,500 students were enrolled at the university’s Whitewater and Rock County campuses in 2023-24.

Nebraska awards 3,566 degrees in ceremonies

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln conferred 3,566 degrees during commencement exercises May 3, 17 and 18.

The 3,484 graduates are from 64 countries; 46 U.S. states and Puerto Rico; and about 230 Nebraska communities.

demic excellence, the college was awarded a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa in 1953, placing it among a select group of the nation’s top colleges. Visit ripon. edu.

Area students make Dean’s List at Edgewood College

The following students have been named to the Dean’s List at Edgewood College for the Spring 2024 semester:

• Emily Austin of Janesville

• Cory Britt of New Glarus

• Hannah Clark of Monticello

• Allie Cline of Monroe

• Abbey Falk of Milton

• Kathryn Gunderson of Edgerton

• Michaela Hacker of Janesville

• Haley Jinkerson of Monroe

• Alysse Kuglitsch of Janesville

• Jill Marty of New Glarus

• Brea McCoy of Monticello

• Taylor Morgan of Janesville

• Brooklyn Mosley of Janesville

• Jayden Nortier of Clinton

• Kaitlyn Peterson of New Glarus

• Zoee Pond of Monroe

• Evan Rufer of Monticello

• Tana Steinmann of Monroe

• AC Strok of New Glarus

• Sarah Zimmerman of Janesville

• Adam Strok of New Glarus

• Ethan Towne of Monroe

• Ivy White of Janesville

• Mariah Wuthrich of Brodhead

• Sarah Zimmerman of Janesville

Milton student part of club softball national title at UW-Whitewater

Lydia Miller, a Psychology major from Milton, is a member of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater club softball team, which earned the 2024 National Club Softball Association Division II national championship after winning the World Series last weekend.

The Warhawks topped Salisbury University on Sunday, May 19, by a 14-4 score in the World Series final to claim the program’s first-ever title.

Club president Gabby Braatz, a chemistry major from Wausau, Wisconsin, was named the tournament’s most valuable player.

UW-Whitewater finished 2-1 in pool play before winning consecutive games in bracket play to capture the championship. The team finished the season with an 18-4 record.

a graduate of Joseph A Craig High School.

• Dane McIlvain, of Edgerton, a sophomore at Wisconsin Lutheran College. Dane is a graduate of Lakeside Lutheran High School.

• Darren Niedfeldt, of Beloit, a sophomore at Wisconsin Lutheran College. Darren is a graduate of F J Turner High School.

• John Rolsma, of Milton, a senior at Wisconsin Lutheran College.

Wisconsin Lutheran College (WLC) is an independent, nationally ranked Christian college located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The college, which prepares students for lives of Christian leadership, is recognized for its academic excellence and superior student experience. For more information, visit wlc.edu.

Beloit student named to Spring 2024 Dean’s List at Cedarville University

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is August 28, 2024.

5. A claim may be filed at the Green County Justice Center County Courthouse, 2841 6th St., Monroe, Wisconsin, Room Probate Office.

Electronically signed by Jennifer Prien Probate Registrar

Attorney Walter Shannon Shannon Law Office, LLC 104 W. Main St., Evansville, WI 53536 608-882-5944 Bar Number 1055751

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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT GREEN COUNTY

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RONALD L. COLDEN Deceased.

Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 24-PR-43

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:

1. An application for informal administration was filed.

2. The decedent, with date of birth April 14, 1947 and date of death March 24, 2024 was domiciled in Green County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 196 Juniper Avenue, Brodhead, WI 53520.

3. All interested persons waived notice.

4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is August 30, 2024.

5. A claim may be filed at the Green County Register in Probate, Green County Justice Center County Courthouse, 2841 6th Street, Monroe, Wisconsin.

Electronically signed by Jennifer Prien, Probate Registrar

Attorney Amanda M. Fields

Schluesche Fields S.C., 250 N. 18th Avenue, Suite 106

608-325-2500 Bar Number 1094267

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The Bob Devaney Sports Center hosted a ceremony for College of Law graduates May 3; Pinnacle Bank Arena held a ceremony for students earning graduate and professional degrees May 17; and Memorial Stadium hosted a ceremony for undergraduates May 18.

Following is a list of area graduates, listed alphabetically by hometown, with their college and degree.

Beloit

• Anne Marie Memorando Wilmer, College of Arts and Sciences, Bachelor of Arts.

Monticello

• Jack William Krebs, College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science with high distinction. Krebs also earned a Bachelor of Science in Water Science with high distinction from the college.

Class of 2024 Graduates from Ripon College

The Ripon College Class of 2024 celebrated the 158th Commencement ceremony at Ripon College on May 12. The theme was “Breaking Barriers: Creating a Legacy.” Among the 154 graduates, 39 had double majors; 20 graduated Summa Cum Laude (highest distinction); 20 graduated Magna Cum Laude (great distinction); and 26 graduated Cum Laude (distinction).

The keynote speaker and honorary degree recipient was Jason Felts, a serial entrepreneur, Fortune 500 brand advisor, philanthropist, film producer and founding CEO of Virgin Produced.

• Evan Jensen of Janesville

• Ji’Mya Sullivan-Owens of Beloit

Ripon College, founded in 1851, prepares students of diverse interests for lives of productive, socially responsible citizenship. Ripon’s liberal arts and sciences curriculum and residential campus create an intimate learning community in which students experience a richly personalized education. In recognition of its aca-

Located in Madison, Edgewood College is a liberal arts Catholic college in the Dominican tradition. They serve approximately 1,800 undergraduate and graduate students. The College offers more than 40 academic and professional programs, including master’s degrees in business, education, and nursing, and doctoral degrees in educational leadership, nursing practice, and business administration. For more information about Edgewood College, please visit www. edgewood.edu, or call Ed Taylor, Chief of Staff, at 608-6632333.

Area students earn semester honors at Edgewood College

The following area students have earned Semester Honors for the Spring 2024 semester at Edgewood College. Fulltime students who achieve a 3.5 grade point average for the semester are eligible for this honor.

• Hanna Albrecht of Janesville

• Emily Austin of Janesville

• Ty Bienema of Janesville

• Cory Britt of New Glarus

• Hannah Clark of Monticello

• Allie Cline of Monroe

• Sullivan DeGarmo of Janesville

• John Douma of New Glarus

• Kevin Espinoza of Janesville

• Abbey Falk of Milton

• Kaydence Flannery of Monroe

• Lauren Glissendorf of Janesville

• Kathryn Gunderson of Edgerton

• Samantha Henry of Milton

• Haley Jinkerson of Monroe

• Emery Johnson of New Glarus

• Ellen Joyce of Janesville

• Madisyn Kail of Brodhead

• Alysse Kuglitsch of Janesville

• Keira Malott of Albany

• Jill Marty of New Glarus

• Breanna McCoy of Monticello

• Taylor Morgan of Janesville

• Jayden Nortier of Clinton

• Kaitlyn Peterson of New Glarus

• Zoee Pond of Monroe

• Evan Rufer of Monticello

UW-Whitewater is home to more than 30 individual club sport programs. Warhawk teams have combined to earn 29 national championships in the university’s history. For more information on club sports at UW-Whitewater, visit uww. edu/rec-sports/club-sports.

Janesville student graduates from Central College

Gabriella Petruzzello, from Janesville, was one of 232 Central College students who were celebrated during Commencement 2024 on Saturday, May 11, in the Ron and Joyce Schipper Stadium, in Pella, Iowa.

Petruzzello earned a bachelor’s degree, summa cum laude, majoring in Psychology and French.

Central College of Pella, Iowa, is a private, four-year college known for its academic rigor, engaged citizenship and character formation, experiential learning, STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), athletics and service. For more information about Central College, visit central.edu.

Central College students named to Dean’s List for Spring 2024

More than 390 students were named to the Central College dean’s list for Spring 2024. The honor is awarded to fulltime students who achieve a 3.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale while taking 12 or more graded credit hours for the semester.

• Alexah Mellenberger, Class of 2025 from New Glarus, is recognized.

• Gabriella Petruzzello, Class of 2024 from Janesville, is recognized.

Central College of Pella, Iowa, is a private, four-year college known for its academic rigor, engaged citizenship and character formation, experiential learning, STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), athletics and service. For more information about Central College, visit central. edu.

Students named to Dean’s List at Wisconsin Lutheran College

The following students were named to Wisconsin Lutheran College’s Dean’s List for the spring 2024 semester. To be eligible for Dean’s List, a student must carry a semester GPA of 3.6 or higher.

• Rylie Arensdorf, of Janesville, a sophomore at Wisconsin Lutheran College. Rylie is

Bryn Marshall of Beloit was named to the Dean’s List at Cedarville University for Spring 2024. This recognition requires the student to obtain a 3.50 GPA or higher for the semester and carry a minimum of 12 credit hours.

Located in southwest Ohio, Cedarville University is an accredited, Christ-centered, Baptist institution with an enrollment of 5,456 undergraduate, graduate, and online students in more than 150 areas of study. Founded in 1887, Cedarville is recognized nationally for its authentic Christian community, rigorous academic programs, strong graduation, and retention rates, accredited professional and health science offerings, and high student engagement ranking. For more information about Cedarville University, visit www.cedarville.edu.

Ten from UW-Whitewater track and field named AllRegion

Ten members of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater track and field teams earned All-North Region honors from the United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association for their performances during the 2024 outdoor season.

The following student-athletes from the local area were recognized:

• Shelvin Garrett of Beloit, majoring in Physical Education.

• Tina Shelton of Janesville, majoring in human performance.

Janesville student named to University of Bridgeport’s Spring 2024 President’s List

Madelyn Viles, of Janesville, was named to University of Bridgeport’s Spring 2024 President’s List.

Viles was among more than 400 students named to the Spring 2024 President’s List.

To be named to the President’s List, a student must maintain a term grade point average of 3.7 or higher.

University of Bridgeport offers career-oriented undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees and programs for people seeking personal and professional growth. The University promotes academic excellence, personal responsibility, and commitment to service. Distinctive curricula in an international, culturally diverse, and supportive learning environment prepare graduates for life and leadership in an increasingly interconnected world. The University is independent and non-sectarian. www.bridgeport.edu.

City of Evansville

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Apprentice electric line Worker

The City of Evansville is accepting applications for the position of Apprentice Electric Line Worker within the Water & Light Utility.

This is a full-time position which is responsible for day-to-day operations, maintenance and repair of electrical systems. Visit www.evansvillewi.gov/jobs for more details and application.

This position offers a competitive wage starting at $35.70 or higher depending on qualifications. Evansville offers an excellent benefit package including health care, dental, life insurance, longevity bonus, retirement and more. The City focuses on quality of life and continued education in all of our positions.

Completed applications must be returned to Melanie Crans, PO Box 529, 31 S. Madison Street, Evansville, WI 53536, postmarked by Wednesday, June 12, at 2 p.m. Emailed applications will be accepted at m.crans@evansvillewi.gov. Confidentiality cannot be guaranteed for finalists. The City may conduct interviews or reviews of highly qualified applicants earlier than June 12, apply early for full consideration. Position will be filled after review of formal application/resume and an interview. Personal, professional and criminal reference checks will be required.

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Food writer celebrates state farmers’ markets at June cookbook events

News briefs

Temporary compost site open in Footville

Terese Allen grew up in Wisconsin in a household of 12. “My family was into regional traditions like chicken booyah and Friday night fish fry, but we also got creative with ethnic and international foods. We all love to cook.”

Allen is now a renowned author of 14 cookbooks, a chronicler of Wisconsin’s culinary traditions, a local foods advocate, and a former chef. She’ll be promoting her newest book, “The Dane County Farmers’ Market Cookbook: Local Foods, Global Flavors” at six events in June – in Madison, Milwaukee, Egg Harbor, and Baraboo.

“I wasn’t surprised when Top Chef recently recognized the Dane County Farmers’ Market as one of the best markets in the world,” says Allen. “I’ve been shopping there – and at other Wisconsin markets – for decades. The variety and quality of food in this state are just unbelievable.”

The Dane County Farmers’ Market Cookbook: Local Foods, Global Flavors is a 258-page cookbook with recipes that features the bounty of Wisconsin small farmers from Antigo to Janesville, from Door County to Hudson. The dishes include some very Wisconsin recipes – cheese soups, strawberry-rhubarb bars – entic-

ing global dishes from Laos, Moldova, Colombia, Libya, Japan, India and more, and wonderful culinary mashups, including jambalaya made with landjaeger sausage or osso buco made with farm-pastured bison meat. Allen – called Wisconsin’s “premier food writer” and “the keeper of our culinary heritage” – will be featured at these upcoming cookbook events:

• Saturday, June 1, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Author signing with Terese Allen at the outdoor Dane County Farmers’ Market at the top of State St. on the Capitol Square in Madison.

• Thursday, June 6, 6:30 p.m. Author Terese Allen in conversation with Milwaukee food writer Lori Fredrich; book signing to follow. Boswell Books in Milwaukee. Free event, but pre-register.

• Sunday, June 9, 2 p.m. Historic Madison, Inc. presents “Madison’s Iconic Food Cultures” with Terese Allen (on the Dane County Farmers’ Market), baker Marie-Arzel Young (on the Morning Bun), and a speaker on cheesemaking and the Babcock butterfat test. At the Warner Park Community Center, in Madison.

• Tuesday, June 18, 4 p.m. Discussion with author Terese Allen and book signing, recipe samples. Door County Library, in Egg Harbor.

• Sunday, June 30, 10 a.m. to noon. Author signing and recipe samples with Terese Allen at the Bekah Kate’s shop during Baraboo’s

monthly Sunday Market in Baraboo.

The Dane County Farmers’ Market Cookbook is published by Little Creek Press in Mineral Point. All profits from the sale of the cookbook benefit the Dane County Farmers’ Market. Terese Allen has been called Wisconsin’s “premier food writer” and “the keeper of our culinary heritage.” Her columns have run in Edible Madison, Edible Door, Isthmus, Wisconsin Trails, and elsewhere, and

her many books include The Dane County Farmers’ Market Cookbook, The Flavor of Wisconsin, The Flavor of Wisconsin for Kids, Fresh Market Wisconsin, The Café Wisconsin Cookbook, and The Ovens of Brittany Cookbook. Allen is a co-founder and longtime leader of the Culinary History Enthusiasts of Wisconsin (CHEW), former food editor at Organic Valley, and past president of REAP Food Group. She lives in Madison and on Washington Island.

There will be a temporary compost site open in Footville at 280 N. Gilbert St., north of the fire department. There will be places for grass clippings and compost material, as well as brush. Please adhere to the signs and only place items in the correct bunk.

Adopt A Pot in Orfordville again

The Village of Orfordville will be doing the Adopt A Pot flower campaign again this year. Fill out a form and return it to the Village of Orfordville at 303 E. Beloit St. before June 2 to participate. The form includes donation amount, whether it is cash or check, a sponsor name, and a contact person name with their phone number and email address.

This helps offset the cost of the flowers for downtown and at the local parks. Those that donate will be recognized on the Only in Orfordville Facebook page.

Electronic recycling drop off in Orfordville

Orfordville will have an Electronic Recycling Drop Off Event at the Village Hall on Thursday, May 30 from 5 to 7:30 p.m.

The dumpster will be at the Village Hall, back by the shed in the back parking lot. This is only available to residents of the Village of Orfordville as the Village has to pay for this event, which is funded by residents that live within the limits of the Village of Orfordville.

Please do not bring heavy

appliances to the electronic pick up. Appliance pick up is part of the village’s bulk pick up package the first Friday of the month. They are charged for the weight of the electronics that are dropped off, so not bringing in appliances will keep the cost down. There is no reason to bring appliances as they can be put on the curb at no cost. These electronic items can be recycled: computers including desktops, laptops, netbooks and notebooks; televisions and television monitors; cell phones, tablets and e-readers; fax machines, desktop printers including 3-D printers and printers combined with fax machines, scanners and copiers; battery-powered phone accessories; computer accessories including keyboards, mice, hard drives, scanners, speakers, flash drives and other devices; DVD players; VCRs; DVRs and other video players; video game consoles including hand-held video games and battery-powered accessories.

Veteran’s Memorial Park fundraiser in June

There will be a Veteran’s Memorial Park fundraiser on June 30 at Bass Creek Golf Course. There will be a 9 a.m. shot gun start, at $70 per person. Price includes 9 holes of golf and luncheon. There are hole prizes and a prize for the best patriotic decorated golf cart. Hole sponsors pay $50 for a small sign and $100 for a large sign. Sponsor requests need to be submitted by June 14. Contact Danielle Harnack at 608-295-0423 or Ronald Nath at 608-921-8225 for questions and to sign up.

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The cover to Terese Allen’s latest cookbook celebrating Wisconsin, “The Dane County Farmers’ Market Cookbook: Local Foods, Global Flavors.”

Terese Allen