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Tue
06
Sep

Electric Vehicle Association to host EV car show Oct. 1

Submitted by admin on Tue, 09/06/2022 - 13:38

Jeremiah Brockman and his son, Ryan, 8, are members of the National Electric Vehicle Association, for which Jeremiah is the Wisconsin president. They are standing in front of one of their EVs, a Tesla. An electric vehicle car show is planned for Oct. 1, at the Prairie Cinema parking lot, from noon to 4 p.m. (Photo by Correne Martin)

By Correne Martin

 

Tue
06
Sep

Fiber optic cable being installed in Crawford County

Submitted by admin on Tue, 09/06/2022 - 13:34

Vernon Communications was installing fiber optic cable Tuesday morning along Rounds Road near the intersection with Highway 27 just north of Seneca. (Photo by Ted Pennekamp)

By Charley Preusser

 

Thu
01
Sep

United Steaks and Spirits expects fall grand reopening

Submitted by admin on Thu, 09/01/2022 - 15:39

From Quality Beverages to United Steaks and Spirits, some facelifts have occurred inside the retail store, which will soon be opened up to include a butcher shop this fall, and in 2023, a meat locker behind the facility as well. (Photos by Correne Martin)

This spring, brothers Kevin and Mike Lenzendorf and their cousins Nikki and Cory Raisbeck purchased QB in Bridgeport from Gus and Gary Welter. In mid-May, they began renovating the liquor store and the other half of the building (formerly a flooring store) into a new full service butcher shop and retail store.

By Correne Martin, Courier Press

 

Thu
01
Sep

Villa Louis Carriage Classic Sept. 9-11

Submitted by admin on Thu, 09/01/2022 - 15:36

The annual Villa Louis Carriage Classic in Prairie du Chien brings elegance, a touch of class and something unique to southwest Wisconsin. (Courier Press file photo)

The 41st Villa Louis Carriage Classic is Sept. 9-11, on the grounds of the Wisconsin Historic Site in Prairie du Chien. Trucks and trailers will fill St. Feriole Island as over 100 competitors descend upon the grounds with their horses and carriages, hailing from 17 states.

 

Wed
31
Aug

Driftless Development gets Diverse Business Assistance grant

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/31/2022 - 10:52

WEDC CEO Missy Hughes speaks at the grant announcement ceremony in front of the Crawford County Administrative Building Monday morning. “This $65,000 grant to Driftless Development will spark an incubator program and will have a long lasting impact,” said Hughes. “There are incredible opportunities in Prairie du Chien and Crawford County.” (Photo by Ted Pennekamp)

A more than $65,000 Diverse Business Assistance grant is launching an effort to create a business incubator to help build and grow more diverse businesses in Crawford County, Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes announced Monday morning in front of the Crawford County Administrative Offices Building.

Wed
31
Aug

Seneca grad is rocket scientist working on Artemis I project

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/31/2022 - 10:49

Wyatt Fisher stands with the Artemis I rocket in the background. (Photo submitted)

This view shows how high the Artemis I rocket is, 322 feet. (Photo submitted)

Jennifer Fisher talks to her class about the Artemis I Project on the first day of school at Seneca Monday morning. The Artemis rocket is on the screen. Jennifer teaches middle school science and STEM and is teaching a unit about the Artemis mission. The launch was scrubbed Monday morning. The new day is Friday. (Photo by Ted Pennekamp)

A Seneca High School graduate is truly a rocket scientist. Wyatt Fisher works for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and is currently working on the ongoing Artemis I rocket project. 

Wed
24
Aug

City to write grant for potential Tavern Ballroom development

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/24/2022 - 17:14

By Correne Martin

 

Wed
24
Aug

Museums’ executive director feels right at home in Prairie du Chien

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/24/2022 - 17:13

Brandon Brockway became the executive director of the Fort Crawford Museum and Museum of Prairie du Chien in 2022. His knowledge and efforts to organize the collection and bring more locals in have been a great fit so far. (Photo by Correne Martin)

Hope is that local residents will feel the same and come visit

By Correne Martin

 

Wed
24
Aug

Wisconsin Highway 179 Bridge being replaced

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/24/2022 - 17:02

The Highway 179 Bridge over the Kickapoo River between Eastman and Steuben is being replaced. (Photo by Ted Pennekamp)

By Ted Pennekamp

 

The Highway 179 Bridge over the Kickapoo River between Eastman and Steuben is being replaced.

Tue
16
Aug

Bloomington Meats recalls rendered lard

Submitted by admin1 on Tue, 08/16/2022 - 15:22

Bloomington Meats II is issuing a voluntary Class I recall for rendered lard produced for individuals and sold from its store in Bloomington. 

The recalled product includes rendered lard, sold in quart pails of approximately 4 pounds, produced prior to Aug. 9, 2022.

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