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Wed
06
Sep

Pickup truck goes off the roadway

On Tuesday, Sept. 5, at 5:33 a.m., the Crawford County Sheriff’s Department received a report of a one-vehicle accident in Seneca Township on County F east of Oppriecht Lane.

A westbound 2012 Dodge pickup truck owned and operated by 23-year-old Teagan Cornell of Steuben went off the south side of the road and came to rest against a tree.

There were no injuries.

The road was partially blocked for approximately one hour while the truck was removed.

Cornell was ticketed of inattentive driving.

The vehicle appears to be a total loss.

Assisting were the Seneca Fire and First Responders, Tri-State EMS and Milo’s Towing.

Wed
06
Sep

Wauzeka teen in motorcycle accident

On Tuesday, Aug. 29, at 1:28 p.m., the Crawford County Dispatch Center was notified of a motorcycle crash on Highway 60, three miles west of Wauzeka.

Nicholas Lund, 17, Wauzeka, was driving a 2002 Honda motorcycle east on Highway 60 and negotiating a curve. He lost control and went off the roadway and into the right ditch and was ejected.

He was taken by rescue squad to Crossing Rivers Health where he was treated for road rash and then released. He was wearing his helmet.

Assisting at the scene were the Wauzeka First Responders, the Wauzeka Fire Department and the Boscobel Rescue Squad.

Wed
06
Sep

Deer, speed and bad brakes are factors in one-vehicle accident

On Wednesday, Aug. 30, at 10:18 p.m., the Crawford County Sheriff’s Department received a report of a one-vehicle traffic crash on North Halls Branch Road near County S and North Main Street in the township of Seneca.

Levin S. Lemere, 21, Coon Valley, was operating a 1992 Ford F-250 southbound on North Halls Branch Road. Lemere was attempting to negotiate a curve when two deer crossed the road. Lemere attempted to brake and went off the right shoulder of the roadway. Due to Lemere’s vehicle not having full functioning brakes he was unable to stop and continued into the grass for 60 yards before striking a tree head-on. Factors resulting in the cause of the crash were found to be speed and the lack of adequate brakes.

Lemere was cited for no insurance, no registration, operating after suspension and failure to have proper brakes.

Lemere suffered minor injuries in the crash. The vehicle was totaled.

Wed
06
Sep

Coaches sold, to become Los Aztecas


Commemorating the transaction of Coaches Family Restaurant becoming Los Aztecas, Thursday, Aug. 31, were members of both families (from left): Lorenzo Dominguez, Hector Moran, Joanie and Dave Skemp and Manuel Moran. (Photo by Correne Martin)

By Correne Martin

Thursday, Aug. 31, was a monumental day for the Prairie du Chien business community, as the sale officially closed for Coaches Family Restaurant. The Dave and Joanie Skemp family ran the successful restaurant for 47 years, starting as a rootbeer stand in 1970. The family sold to Los Aztecas, also a family-run business that has two Mexican restaurants in Dubuque, Iowa, and one in Galena, Ill. Opening of the remodeled restaurant is expected some time in October.

Kramer Real Estate, of Prairie du Chien, and realtor Sara Boxrucker receive the credit for working with John Herrig Realty, of Dubuque, Iowa, in completing the transaction. The 4,300-square-foot building was listed on Kramer’s website for $495,000. The sale price has not been disclosed.

Though it was a good feeling to have sold Coaches Restaurant, Dave and Joanie Skemp said it was bittersweet.

“It’s kind of sad, but it’s a happy moment, too,” Joanie shared.

Wed
06
Sep

PdC Woman Helps Texas Friend


Kathleen Kalina

Jo Arispe’s trailer was destroyed by Hurricane Harvey. (Photo submitted)

Jo Arispe bringing Daisy to rehab to see Kathleen Kalina while Kathleen was recovering from a stroke in Rockport, Texas in May of 2016. (Photo submitted)

 

Local woman helping her friend, a Hurricane Harvey victim

By Ted Pennekamp

 

A Prairie du Chien woman is helping out in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey with more than just donations. Kathleen Kalina is helping to get her friend, Jo Arispe, to Prairie du Chien from Rockport, Texas and is also aiding in finding Arispe a place to live at Rivercrest Villages, an apartment complex. 

Fri
01
Sep

Shooting Near Mount Hope Updated

 

45-year-old suspect 

shot to death by Grant County deputy

DCI continues to investigate

Wed
30
Aug

Chinese Musicians Coming to Prairie du Chien


The five members of Manhu play such instruments as Sani bamboo flute, leaf, moon lute, xianzi, moon lute percussion and others. (Contributed photo)

 

Chinese musical group to have 

residency and perform in Prairie du Chien

By Ted Pennekamp

 

A group of musicians from China will be the first of four cultural programs sponsored by Arts Midwest World Fest that will perform in Prairie du Chien over the next two school years. 

Wed
30
Aug

Council gives Regals three-week extension

New alderperson sworn in, fire chief position being advertised

By Correne Martin

The Prairie du Chien Common Council conducted a short, special meeting Tuesday night, Aug. 29, to take care of a couple of items of important business.

Representatives for the Dennis Regal family requested a two-to three-week extension to the legally-determined eviction date of Aug. 31, at which time the family was supposed to have its personal belongings and buildings removed from the city-owned marina premises. Due to an accident in late July, resulting in Dennis Regal Jr. having his left leg amputated, they appealed to the council for a bit more time to fulfill the duties. According to City Administrator Art Osten, the council decided to grant a three-week extension from Aug. 31, thus giving them until Sept. 21 for complete removal.

Wed
30
Aug

PdC chamber highlights its functions as Chamber of Commerce Month begins


The Prairie du Chien Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed and hosted Stephanie Klett and her Travel Wisconsin tourism team while they spent several days in Prairie du Chien in early June. The purpose of the visit was for the 20-plus person team to visit, learn and understand the destinations in the area that they commonly promote via Travel Wisconsin. Klett is pictured with PdC chamber CEO Bob Moses in front of the chamber office and tourism information center. (Photo by Correne Martin)

By Correne Martin

What does the Chamber of Commerce do for the community?

According to a proclamation declaring September Chamber of Commerce Month, signed by Gov. Scott Walker, this organization provides a variety of services to its business members, including advocacy and economic development. The proclamation says chambers also:

•promote tourism, community events and prosperity,

•advertise in print, radio and TV across the tri-states, from Green Bay and Milwaukee, to the Quad Cities and Chicago, to La Crosse and farther up the Mississipppi,

•work to solve critical economic challenges, including the labor shortage,

•encourage entrepreneurship,

•solve problems with the unique ability to work with stakeholders from both the private and public sectors,

•and, in general, make the community a better place to live, work and play.

Wed
30
Aug

Prairie man charged with meth possession

A 40-year-old Prairie du Chien man has been charged in Crawford County Circuit Court with one count of possession of methamphetamine.  Christopher Fernette faces up to 3.5 years in prison and a $10,000 fine if convicted.

According to the criminal complaint, during a narcotics investigation, Prairie du Chien police made contact with Fernette and he consented to police entering his residence. The officers observed several syringe needle caps in his bedroom, the complaint said. The officers also saw other items consistent with drug paraphernalia. During a search of Fernette’s bedroom, the officers seized a clear plastic container with meth inside.

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