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14
Feb

Two charged with meth offenses

Two individuals were charged recently with methamphetamine-related offenses after one of them was found behind the wheel of a vehicle with a suspended driver’s license, according to the Prairie du Chien Police Department.

On Feb. 1, at about 2 a.m., Prairie police officers, along with Crawford County K-9 Breck, made contact with a suspicious vehicle parked on the 200 block of East Blackhawk Avenue in Prairie du Chien. The registered owner of the vehicle had a suspended driver’s license. As officers attempted to make contact with the driver and passenger, both occupants of the vehicle began walking away from the vehicle.

Wed
14
Feb

Wauzeka-Steuben School Board Primary Election Feb. 20

Because there are three individuals vying for the same seat on the Wauzeka-Steuben School District Board, there will be a primary election on Tuesday, Feb. 20, to narrow the field to two for the April election. These candidates were each asked the same series of questions regarding the issues of the district.

Mara Hird

Challenger
30 years old
Lifelong district resident, married, 2 young children
Peoples State Bank consumer loan officer

•What are the top 2 issues facing the district and how can you help address those problems or enhance growth in those areas?

Wed
14
Feb

Heart Health Month

 

Crossing Rivers Health to host heart health events

By Ted Pennekamp

 

Mon
12
Feb

Prairie wrestlers earn first regional title as hard work pays off for team


The first-ever regional championship Prairie du Chien wrestling team was crowned Saturday afternoon during the very first regional meet hosted by the school. The Hawks scored 249.5 points in first place, which was well above second-place River Valley with 191. Pictured (front row, from left) are Jackson DeBruin, Matt Rogge, Reid Koenig, Bradyn Saint, Traeton Saint, Chase Fisher; (back row) Mike Rogge, Jason Thiry, Jerrod Osterkamp, Clayton DuCharme, Isaac Avery, Luke Wright, Tyler Smock, Keenan Holley, Colten Wall, Blake Garcia, Nick Rogge, Alex Osterkamp, Jon Quamme and Stephen Ronnfeldt. (Submitted photo)

By Correne Martin

The brevity of a single wrestling season, in the grand scheme of life, is incomparable to the character built through a passionate and supportive program like that which exists in Prairie du Chien. The high school team has a 21-1 regular season record, an outright conference championship and, for the first time in the 49-year program history, a regional title. The young teenagers who represent the Blackhawks are in the midst of the grind, hoping to push their level of success to the maximum this post-season.

Mon
12
Feb

Bald Eagle Appreciation


Two large adult bald eagles have been seen in recent weeks on St. Feriole Island in Prairie du Chien sitting either together or separately in the trees just north of Lawler Park. (Photo by Ted Pennekamp)

An adult bald eagle glides over the ice. There are plenty of viewing locations for bald eagles in Prairie du Chien and the surrounding area. (Photo by Donna Higgins)

 

 

Prairie du Chien Bald Eagle 

Appreciation Days Feb. 23, 24

By Ted Pennekamp

 

Mon
12
Feb

Crawford County Drones On


Crawford County Emergency Management Director Jim Hackett sits behind the drone which will be used by emergency management and the Crawford County Sheriff’s Department. The drone can take off from almost any small flat surface, including its carrying case. Once airborne, the drone automatically expands to about four feet across for a more stable flight.

 

Crawford County gets law enforcement, emergency drone

By Ted Pennekamp

 

Crawford County is now the proud owner of a state-of-the-art drone that will be deployed in various ways for emergency situations and for law enforcement.

Wed
07
Feb

Prairie du Chien businesses make it easy for community to support animal shelter


Aron Cavanaugh, of Prairie du Chien, took his pup to the Pet Expo, sponsored by Rivers and Bluffs Animal Shelter at Nelson True Value, Feb. 3. True Value recently started its Partnering for Pets program, which gives 10 percent to the shelter for all pet products and Wild Bird Food products purchased at the store. (Nelson True Value photo)

By Correne Martin

Two local businesses are making it easy for community members to support the Rivers and Bluffs Animal Shelter in Prairie du Chien and shop at their retail establishments at the same time.

Nelson True Value has begun an ongoing program, Partnering for Pets, through which shoppers can help support the animal shelter. According to Bev Pozega, RABAS vice-president, customers at True Value who purchase pet products or store brand Wild Bird Food products will have 10 percent of those purchases gifted to the shelter.

“They’ve been trying to come up with a way to help us and we’re so grateful,” Pozega said. “This is a great way for customers who already buy their pet products from True Value to give back to us at the same time.”

Wed
07
Feb

PdC river wall damage to be assessed

By Correne Martin

Damage sustained to the river wall at Prairie du Chien’s Lawler Park last fall will be assessed by an engineering firm experienced in port facility repair needs, since the Prairie du Chien Common Council approved a professional services agreement (PSA) with the company Tuesday night.

According to City Planner Garth Frable, last year, a tow boat had docked along the river wall to take on water, which is a relatively common occurrence.

“The boat was tied to one of the large bollards affixed to the wall. After the tow boat left, city staff noted that the bollard had been partially pulled from the wall, which resulted in the wall bowing out,” Frable said.

Wed
07
Feb

Addiction Town Hall Event

 

Public encouraged 

to attend Addiction Town Hall Tuesday

By Ted Pennekamp

 

Everyone is invited to an Addiction Town Hall event which will be held on Feb. 13, at 6:30 p.m., in the George Family Education Center at Crossing Rivers Health.

Mon
05
Feb

Lessons in Learning - Copsey

“I feel such a close connection with my students and their families.  I want to see them succeed here at St. Mary’s and beyond.  They are all a huge part of my life,” Kelly Copsey, St. Mary’s teacher of 11 years, exclaimed.

Copsey, a native of Bloomington, attended St. Mary’s and River Ridge. She remembers having several teachers who brought positivity to her years of schooling, inspiring her to teach also.

She recalled, “During my senior year of high school, I did my school-to-work in the River Ridge Elementary. I knew at that point that I wanted to work with kids and help them to have a positive school experience just as I had.” Copsey attended the University of Wisconsin-Platteville to receive her teaching degree.

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