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Eleanor A. Chamberlain

Eleanor A. Chamberlain, 94, of Prairie du Chien, passed away peacefully on Oct 7, 2019 at Prairie Maison Nursing Home. Eleanor was born June 13, 1925, in Mt. Ida, the daughter of Juanita McGraw and William Howell. 

She graduated from Fennimore High School, the class of 1942. Eleanor married Paul James Chamberlain, of Boscobel, on June 6, 1942, and they made their home in Boscobel for many years. 

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Oct

Shops may still ‘pop up’ this holiday season

By Correne Martin

The opportunity to have a Pop-Up Shop or two in downtown Prairie du Chien this holiday season is still a possibility. 

Prairie du Chien Main Street, Crawford County Community Development, Couleecap and Wisconsin Economic Development are working intensely—with two landlords and three entrepreneurs who’ve submitted applications—toward getting one or a couple small businesses in place as soon as possible, according to Jessica Spayde, Crawford County Community Development Extension Educator.

The goals would be to not only provide a solid support system for a determined entrepreneur and secure income for a landlord, but to also add to the current local shopping options and stimulate commerce in the downtown.

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Oct

Shop in Prairie, McGregor Oct. 18-19, earn easy money for your school

By Correne Martin

Get easy money for your school, while buying Christmas presents and shopping local, this Friday and Saturday in Prairie du Chien and McGregor.

If you were planning to make a large purchase—such as a new appliance, cell phone, home decor or Packer apparel—this is the weekend to do it. 

The We Buy Nearby-Shop for Schools promotion is happening once again and 15 local merchants are generously offering to donate a percentage of most sales to the school of your choice. The business community urges participating schools to spread the word and remind families to get going on those holiday purchases.

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Oct

10th year for PdC Oktoberfest

By Correne Martin

Whether you’re German in ethnicity or only for the day, the 10th Annual Oktoberfest is a must-see growing celebration of German heritage in Prairie du Chien.

A parade, live music, family-friendly activities and contests, authentic beer and food highlight the fun at the St. Feriole Island Memorial Gardens from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is the largest event in Prairie du Chien where all the proceeds benefit the Memorial Gardens, according to parks and rec director Mike Ulrich.  Average attendance is over 3,000 people. 

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09
Oct

Hillmen defeat Blackhawks' soccer


Landon Kohler (10) steals the ball from a Platteville-Lancaster player on the Bluff View pitch. (Photos by Ted Pennekamp)

Joey Gourdin (20) pressures a Platteville-Lancaster player Tuesday afternoon.

Prairie’s Landon Kohler (10) heads the ball forward versus Platteville-Lancaster.

The Blackhawks’ Jayce Sexton (4) goes after the ball and heads upfield Tuesday.

Caleb Brainard (1) of Prairie du Chien gets the ball away from a Platteville-Lancaster opponent Tuesday afternoon at Bluff View.

The Blackhawks’ Brandon Hanger (3) battles against Platteville-Lancaster.

 

It was a beautiful evening for soccer Tuesday at the Bluff View field versus powerhouse Platteville-Lancaster.

The pregame ceremony honored the dedication and hard work of the Prairie United Youth Soccer Program. Players from each team were escorted to center field for introductions and the National Anthem in true World Cup fashion, hand in hand with the youth players.  

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09
Oct

Kennedy in Prairie Sectional


Prairie du Chien’s Allison Kennedy hits a nice drive on hole one at the Prairie du Chien Sectional Tuesday morning. (Photos by Ted Pennekamp)

Allison Kennedy watches her birdie attempt from about 25 feet on the first green.

Allison Kennedy watches her second putt on the first green Tuesday.

 

Allison Kennedy played good but not quite good enough in the WIAA Sectional tournament, played at the Prairie du Chien Country Club, to move on to the State Tournament at University Ridge in Madison. 

The Ladyhawk golfer stayed focused throughout her round but struggled on the front nine shooting a 59. Allison started out fast on the back nine but got into some trouble along the way. She still improved her score with a 56 for a 115 total.

Playing in her first sectional, Allison handled the pressure extremely well and kept her composure throughout the round. The sectional experience will only make her better as she continues to mature and her game gets stronger and more consistent.

Top-ranked Edgewood-Sacred Heart won the sectional championship with a team score of 351 and will move on to Madison to defend last year’s Division 2 state title. Osseo-Fairchild/Fall Creek came in second with a team score of 403.

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09
Oct

Eastman Locker drop-off point for Deer Donation Project

 

By Ted Pennekamp

 

Wildlife Damage Technician for Crawford County, Greg Cerven, told the County Soil and Water Committee Tuesday morning that Eastman Locker will once again be the drop-off location for deer hunters wishing to donate to those less fortunate.

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09
Oct

Bridgeport, hospital work on settlement of up to $30K for ‘pond’

 

By Ted Pennekamp

 

At its September meeting, the Bridgeport Town Board approved of negotiating and entering into a settlement agreement with Crossing Rivers Health Medical Center and Rural Mutual Insurance Company with the town contributing up to $30,000 toward the settlement.

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09
Oct

One injured in crash

On Oct. 5, at 2:56 p.m., the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office took a report of a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of State Highway 35 and County Road C in the village of Ferryville.

Bud Powell, 45, Ferryville, was stopped on Highway 35 in his 2019 Honda CRV waiting for traffic to clear to turn left onto County C. Kaitlyn Buenzli, 18, Prairie du Chien, was southbound on Highway 35 operating her 2006 GMC Seirra pickup truck. Buenzli stated she did not notice Powell’s vehicle stopped in the southbound lane in time and hit the rear end of Powell’s vehicle.

Powell claimed minor injuries from the crash and went by private vehicle to a medical center to be checked out.  Buenzli claimed no injuries from the crash.

Assisting on scene was Milo’s Towing.

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Oct

Man found hiding in basement after crash

On Oct. 6, at 9:15 p.m., the Crawford County Sheriff’s Department received a report of a one-vehicle traffic crash. The caller stated the vehicle was driven back home on a flat tire.  

Deputies responded and spoke with Catherine Stevenson, 58, who stated she was the driver of a 2007 Toyota Camry on Highway 131 near County X, when she was forced off the road by another vehicle, causing her to crash. She stated the other vehicle didn’t stop. Stevenson also said her daughter, Cheyenne Stevenson, 20, was the passenger.

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