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Wed
26
Oct

The road less traveled by


Of course, Robert Frost had it right. Taking the road less traveled by can make all the difference. Just take the time to sit back, relax and contemplate while taking it all in. Fall colors in Crawford County were nearing their peak this past week. (Photo by Ted Pennekamp)
Wed
26
Oct

Longtime editor at Prairie du Chien Courier Press to retire


Hawk catching and banding was one of my favorite and most interesting activities that I covered for the Courier Press. This is a photo from last year.

By Ted Pennekamp

 

Wed
26
Oct

Beyond breast Cancer awareness

By Melissa R. Collum

Wed
19
Oct

Crawford County draws leaf lookers from near and far


Leaf lookers and photographers had plenty of nice views last week in Crawford County with the fall colors nearing their peak. (Photos by Ted Pennekamp)

With strong, low angled lighting from a setting sun, the colors just popped on Oct. 19.

Contrasts of green and red always look good.

This Green Bay Packers’ fan has a bright outlook.

One almost expects a deer to pop up in this scene as dusk approaches.
Tue
18
Oct

Chamber highlights manufacturing jobs


The Prairie du Chien Chamber of Commerce and Chamber Manufacturing members are hosting the ‘Heavy Metal’ bus tour’ for 7th and 8th graders. (Contributed graphic)

By Melissa R. Collum 

 

Tue
18
Oct

Why is it important to vote?

By Melissa R. Collum

 

Tue
18
Oct

Student loan relief applications open

On Monday Oct. 17, President Biden announced the application for his student loan relief program is officially live.

Wed
12
Oct

Halls of Terror Opening October 14

by Melissa R. Collum 

Wed
12
Oct

Fire Prevention Week October 9-15


The 2022 Prairie du Chien Fire Fighters are front row (left-right): F.F. Alejandro Munoz, F.F. Darci Bachman, L.T. Jaaren Riebe, L.T. Tim Deluhery Jr., Capt. Derrick Eastman, F.F. Mathew Heisz. Back Row (left-right): F.F. Phil Becwar, F.F. Dan Hackett, F.F. Bruce Remz, F.F. Bob Saddler, A.C. Steve Rickleff, Fire Chief Tad Beutin, D.C. Tim Deluhery Sr., F.F. Arnie Mezera, F.F. Joe Johnson, F.F. Ed Steger. Not Pictured: F.F Mike Anthony, F.F. Nick Gillitzer, F.F. Dan Gillitzer, F.F. Krystalia Phillips, F.F. Melissa Folsom, L.T. Dustin Folsom, F.F. Micheal Steiner, F.F. John Rickleff, F.F. Sheidon Black, F.F. Lee Arneson, F.F. Wayne Koecke, L.T. Ben Pintz, F.F. Mike Froehlich, F.F. Heath Smith. (Courier Press/Melissa R. Collum)

Fire fighters, in full fire protection gear, walk among first and second grade students giving high fives and handshakes to teach the students to not be afraid. Five Prairie du Chien fire fighters spent the day going to local schools to teach students about the main themes related to fire prevention and safety. Students learned about fire and carbon monoxide alarms, how to exit homes safely if there is a fire, and how to contact 911. Educators were given goodie bags for the students that contain information about all the themes taught and how to enter into both a written and poster contest. (Courier Press/Melissa R. Collum)

by Melissa R. Collum 

The Prairie du Chien Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA)to celebrate the 100 anniversary of Fire Prevention Week, running from October 9-15, 2022. 

Wed
12
Oct

Over 50 years of Lutefisk Suppers Utica Lutheran Church-October 15

By Melissa R. Collum

For over 50 years the Utica Lutheran Church on State Highway 27 (between Fairview and Mt. Sterling) has been hosting a Lutefisk supper. Jerry Anderson, one of the event organizers, states “It is a wonderful  event, with the congregation, and friends of the congregation, coming together to have a great time preparing and serving the supper.”

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