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Tue
07
Jul

Siblings achieve academic excellence

Submitted by admin on Tue, 07/07/2015 - 09:23

By Addison Mumm

Siblings have a constant rivalry that never fades away. The Miller siblings, from Prairie du Chien, have reached a new level for “family competition.” Both Amber Miller-Adamany and Jacob Miller have gone above and beyond with their education. Jacob is now in Chile working on his dissertation and Amber is conducting important research for a better ecosystem.

Mon
06
Jul

Eastman Independence Day celebrations fun for all

Submitted by admin on Mon, 07/06/2015 - 16:06

Area kids were able to catch some serious air on the free rides during the Eastman Fourth of July celebration held this weekend. (Photos by Caitlin Bittner and Kim Corpian)

The dunk tank was a popular attraction even if you didn’t quite hit the mark.

Supporters of Rep. Ron Kind handed out the American flag to many of the parade’s young spectators. For more photos, find the Courier Press on Facebook.

This dirt biker rode the parade route astounding the crowd with his stunts and tricks.
Mon
06
Jul

‘That’ll be the day’ July 16

Submitted by admin on Mon, 07/06/2015 - 15:49

Johnny Rogers’ “Buddy and Beyond” tour will visit Prairie du Chien Thursday, July 16 at Huckleberry’s. This concert will highlight the great oldies, bring back memories and get your feet tappin’ to the beat.

The Jim Juve Iowa Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame Production will have musical pieces from Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, Elvis, The Beatles and more. Performer Johnny Rogers is especially good at Buddy Holly impressions, so good Buddy’s immediate family and band endorse him. Rogers knew exactly what he wanted to do with his life after his radio personality father gave him a guitar for Christmas and “Rave On” hit the radio; he wanted to be like Buddy. He performs these concerts in honor and tribute of the rock ‘n’ roll legends.

There is a limited number of tickets for the 1956 Buddy Holly Summer Dance Tour at Huckleberry’s, July 16. For more information and reservations, call Huckleberry’s at 326-5488

Mon
06
Jul

PdC to get a little crazy July 22-26

Submitted by admin on Mon, 07/06/2015 - 15:47

Take advantage of the ridiculous savings at area business during Prairie du Chien’s annual Crazy Days event from July 22-26.

The event will be held a week later than usual, but it still promises all the sales and deals a shopper could hope for.

Mon
06
Jul

2-year-old girl pulled from Mississippi River has died

Submitted by admin on Mon, 07/06/2015 - 15:45

GRANT COUNTY—A 2-year-old girl from Waterloo, Iowa, died after being pulled from the Mississippi River Saturday among some islands on the Wisconsin side, across from Waupeton, Iowa.

Bryle Morgan was transported by Sherrill Ambulance to Mercy Medical Center Dubuque, then flown to University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. She died early Sunday morning, according to the Grant County Sheriff’s Department.

The girl was preparing for a group photograph with her family at approximately 5:05 p.m., when she and her mother returned to a boat to retrieve an item, according to a sheriff’s department news release. When the mother got out of the boat, she noticed the girl was missing and the family began to search.

The girl was found under a boat in the water. She was immediately pulled from the water and rescue efforts were started.

Bryle was wearing a life jacket prior to the incident, but it was removed prior to taking the group picture.

Mon
06
Jul

Tank at PdC veteran memorial is Top Notch

Submitted by admin on Mon, 07/06/2015 - 15:38

On Wednesday, July 1, the tank located at the Prairie du Chien veteran’s memorial was given a little spruce up by Top Notch Construction and Design, LLC. Pictured, from left, are City Administrator Aaron Kramer, Top Notch owners Paul Langmeier and Pete Langmeier, and chairman of the veteran’s memorial Dean LaPointe. Top Notch owner Dave Drone is not pictured. (Photo by Caitlin Bittner)

By Caitlin Bittner

If you’ve been driving on Marquette Road in Prairie du Chien, you may have noticed that the tank at the Prairie du Chien veteran’s memorial has had a bit of a makeover. On Wednesday, July 1, Top Notch Construction and Design, LLC, began the process of repainting the area landmark. “We had four guys out here all day,” said Pete Langmeier, one of the company’s owners.

Afterward, Pete said that he had a new respect for the men who manned the machine in combat. In order to repaint the tank, the Top Notch workers first power-washed and scraped off the old layer of paint. When it was dried off, the crew then put two coats of paint on the machine to finish off the job.

Top Notch donated both the time and materials for the project’s completion. “Prairie has been very good to us,” said Pete. “We wanted to find a way to give something back.”

Mon
06
Jul

Friends of the Mississippi River to hold beach clean up on St. Feriole Island

Submitted by admin on Mon, 07/06/2015 - 15:29

By Caitlin Bittner

With the beautiful summer weather, many people are spending more time outside along the riverfront. Unfortunately, a time that is meant to be for relaxing and fun is turning into a time spent picking up trash.

“I spend a lot of time down there,” said 29-year-old Desiree Stephenson, organizer of the upcoming community service events to clean up the St. Feriole Island’s Mississippi River beach.

Stephenson said that the desire to do something about the conditions of the beach stemmed from an afternoon with her kids and friends. “We spent about an hour cleaning just so the kids could play. We ended up with a plastic bag full.”

Mon
06
Jul

ATV-UTV Trail

Submitted by admin on Mon, 07/06/2015 - 12:23

 

ATV-UTV club seeking 

members, designated 

routes in Crawford County

By Ted Pennekamp

 

Mon
06
Jul

Bagley Fourth of July Parade

Submitted by admin on Mon, 07/06/2015 - 12:14

A pair of patriotic parade pedallers roll along. (Photos by Ted Pennekamp)

A young parade participant enjoys a relaxing ride.

A happy remote control enjoys the Bagley Parade.

The crowd below appreciates a light spray of cool water on a warm Saturday.

A group of fun refreshments makes its way along the parade route Saturday.

A young cowboy doffs his hat to all those viewing the parade.

 

 

Tue
30
Jun

Local girl a state finalist for Junior Pre-Teen Miss Wisconsin pageant

Submitted by admin on Tue, 06/30/2015 - 09:16
Junior Pre-Teen Miss Wisconsin
Junior Pre-Teen Miss Wisconsin Pageant state finalist Alexis Feran smiles pretty and stands in her “pretty feet” position. (Photo by Addison Mumm)

By Addison Mumm

With poise and pep, Alexis Feran was named a state finalist for the junior pre-teen age division in the National American Miss Wisconsin Pageant. Her outgoing attitude, sweet demeanor and many talents got her an invitation to participate in this Miss Wisconsin pageant. Alexis is the daughter of Michael Feran and Brittany  Myers, both from Prairie du Chien.

At 8 years old, Alexis will travel to Wisconsin Dells, Aug. 20 and 21, for the state finalist round of the pageant. Already, Alexis completed interviews and volunteered to assist in a presentation in front of the entire pageant group. If Alexis wins the title of National American Miss 2015 Junior Pre-Teen of Wisconsin, she will travel to Hollywood, Calif. and partake in the national level competition.

“She was very outgoing, not like the other contestants there,” said Reni Feran, Alexis’ step-mother.

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