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Wed
10
Jan

Wildlife Viewing Area

Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/10/2018 - 11:25

The shoulder will be widened along a portion of County K in the town of Prairie du Chien to create a wildlife viewing area for Gremore Lake. (Photo courtesy of Crawford County)

 

Wildlife viewing 

area to be constructed 

along County Highway K

By Ted Pennekamp

 

Wed
10
Jan

PdC School Board

Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/10/2018 - 11:22

 

School facilities 

project continues 

on inside of buildings

By Ted Pennekamp

 

Wed
10
Jan

Trains unexpectedly stopping cause traffic slowdowns in PdC

Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/10/2018 - 11:08

By Rachel Mergen

 

In recent years, Prairie du Chien drivers have noticed multiple trains slowing down and stopping in the city, causing the blockage of multiple main crossings, including the ones located on Blackhawk Avenue, Wisconsin Street, Iowa Street and Wells Street. These unexpected stops have led to the slowing down of traffic for up to a half an hour at times. In addition, the crossing arms have been lowered when there is no obvious coming train, which can lead to drivers attempting to break the law and drive around the crossing arms unsafely.

These disruptions in traffic, according to Amy McBeth, the director of public affairs for Wisconsin at Burlington Northern Santa Fe, are often the result of equipment malfunctions or railway breakages. These events are especially common when temperatures decrease greatly. It is the only option to stop, so the team aboard the train can continue to travel safely.

Wed
10
Jan

Lessons in Learning - Mezera

Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/10/2018 - 11:06

By Rachel Mergen

Prairie du Chien native Kayla Mezera has been the special education teacher in the Prairie du Chien School District since 1980, a career she dreamed about as a young child playing teacher.

Mezera attended the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire to receive a degree in special education. She completed a master’s degree from Saint Mary’s University in Winona, Minn. Her qualifications also include training in food therapy. 

She found herself interested in the field after witnessing the strength of her sister and a childhood neighbor, who both faced handicaps.

“I was destined to come back here,” Mezera stated. She enjoyed growing up in the community, and her husband, who she met in college, was to take over his family’s local business Mezera Heating and Air Conditioning. 

Wed
10
Jan

Lessons in Learning - Cooley

Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/10/2018 - 11:03

By Rachel Mergen

“I just love kids. I love watching them learn,” remarked Susan Cooley, Wauzeka-Steuben Middle School science teacher. These are the reasons she has dedicated herself to teaching in the rural community for the past 33 years.

Cooley was the youngest member of a large family. She became used to taking care of her siblings’ children, which inspired her to pursue teaching and helping the youth. 

Wed
10
Jan

60 years in American Legion

Submitted by admin1 on Wed, 01/10/2018 - 10:43

Calvin Horsfall, of Bloomington, was honored by the American Legion Post #148, of Bloomington-Glen Haven, recently for being a member for the past 60 years. Present for the ceremony were (from left) daughter Linda Ihm and her daughter Rachael Ihm. Representing Post #148 was (right) John Horkheimer, adjutant and service officer. (Photo by Jim Warczak)

Wed
10
Jan

Primary set for 3 candidates seeking school board seat in Wauzeka-Steuben district

Submitted by admin1 on Wed, 01/10/2018 - 10:40

There are three residents of the Wauzeka-Steuben School District who filed papers to run for school board in the spring election. Mara Hird, Bill Marfilius and Kathleen Schwarz are vying for the one seat on the board open for re-election, according to Superintendent Robert Sailer.

Since there are three candidates up for election, the board requires a primary election on Feb. 20. From the primary, the top two vote-getters will be placed on the regularly scheduled spring election ballot on April 3. From there, the top vote-getter is elected to the school board.

Wed
10
Jan

March start hopeful for Marquette Road project

Submitted by admin1 on Wed, 01/10/2018 - 10:39

By Correne Martin

The 2018 Marquette Road reconstruction project is slated to begin in the middle of Prairie du Chien this spring, according to city officials. To bring community members and business owners up to speed with the ins and outs of the project, a public construction meeting is planned for Thursday, Feb. 1, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at city hall.

“We’re hoping it will start in March because the Michigan Street project is tentatively set to begin in June,” Interim City Administrator Chad Abram said. “Businesses (affected by the Marquette Road project) will receive separate letters about the Feb. 1 meeting.”

Then they will also be notified of meetings for detour routes, business assistance and signage, he said.

That’s where Prairie du Chien Area Chamber of Commerce CEO Bob Moses and the Chamber comes into assistance.

Wed
10
Jan

Prairie du Chien hires new fire chief

Submitted by admin1 on Wed, 01/10/2018 - 10:34

Jeff Boughton started as the new chief of the Prairie du Chien Fire Department on Dec. 28. He has 38 years service experience. (Photo by Correne Martin)

By Correne Martin

Prairie du Chien has hired a new fire chief. Jeff Boughton began his new duties on Dec. 28, and brings 38 years in the fire service—including 34 of them in Boscobel with  the last 12 as fire chief—to the community.

“This was a great opportunity. I’m familiar with the community and knew some of the guys [on the department],” Boughton said. “I taught just about every one of them here.”

The calm and cordial new chief has also served as a fire service instructor for Southwest Tech for 28 years. Due to his connections at the Fennimore technical college, he’s also contributed to the advisory board there. Citizens may also recognize Boughton’s friendly face as the owner/operator of Boscobel Auto Clinic for 23 years before he sold his business and moved to Verona, where he acted as deputy fire chief for a few years. This service was just prior to hearing about the opening in Prairie du Chien and accepting the local chief’s position.

Tue
09
Jan

June N. Sylvester

Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/09/2018 - 14:57

June N. Sylvester, 94, of Bagley, passed away Monday, Jan. 8, at her home. 

She was born Feb. 9, 1923, in Carthage, S.D., the daughter of Lee and Esther (McQuistion) Marshall. She married David Sylvester in Clinton, Iowa, in 1955. June was a school teacher in Wyalusing Township and later she and her husband owned and operated Big Dave’s Café in Hazleton, Iowa. June later returned to Bagley and worked at the Bagley Hotel and eventually became the owner before retiring in 1998. Her husband Dave preceded her in death in 1996. June also had a special love for her animals. 

She is survived by her daughter Jennifer Sylvester, of Bagley; numerous nieces; nephews; and a dear friend Audra Dawson. 

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