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Thu
23
Mar

Officer Karnopp sworn in to PdC police force

On March 16, at the Citizens Academy, Chief Kyle Teynor swore in Officer Brad Karnopp.  Officer Karnopp finished his field training program last week and began solo patrol on our night shift.  Officer Karnopp is a graduate of Wauzeka-Steuben High School and a 2022 SWTC law enforcement academy graduate.  
Officer Karnopp is pictured with his mother pinning on his badge, with Chief Teynor looking on. Congratulations to Officer Karnopp.  We are thrilled to have him as a part of our department and look forward to the difference he can make in our community. (Melissa R. Collum/ Courier Press)

Thu
23
Mar

Blackhawk track teams off to strong start

The PDC Track team kicked off the spring sports season indoors at the 16 team Tri-State large school invite hosted at UW-Platteville this Friday. While teams ease their way into the season with these indoor meets, it’s a great way to see where you are at against some great D1 and tough SWC schools.
The PDC girls came looking to prove last year’s 2nd place performance was not a fluke, and the boys came looking to have a day of their own against some great competition.  
The girls were able to squeak past Waunakee for a 2nd place finish with 56.50 points, despite missing a large number of our athletes. The boys competed, but not to the level they wanted coming in 8th with 33 points.

Thu
23
Mar

Blackhawk Special Olympics Basketball advance to State


Pictured are the state bound Blackhawk Special Olympic basketball team. Back row (l-r) Justin Miller, Ole Peterson, Kevin Thien, Tyler Henry, and Ashton Graham. Front row: L-r Sara Ragels, Damon West, Matt Chase, and Aiden Knight. (Contributed photo)

Damon West makes a fast break against the Fond du lac Champions at the March 19 game. Ashton Graham on the assist. (Contributed photo

The Prairie du Chien Special Olympics basketball team came in 3rd in Stevens Point in tournament play this past weekend. The first game was against the Fond du lac Champions, we lost 41-35. The second game was against the Red Birds with the Blackhawks  victory 34-22 . The team is advancing to Oshkosh on April 14/15 for State!

Thu
23
Mar

Local leaders attend Wisconsin Governor’s Conference on Tourism


Representing the Southwest Wisconsin Chamber and Tourism groups at the Governors Conference 2023 are: (l-r) Tammie Katzung PDC Mainstreet, Tracy Fishnick, Cassville Tourism Director, Sherry Quamme, Chairperson of WI Great River Road & Ferryville Tourism, and Bob Moses, Director of PdC Chamber and Tourism. (Contributed photo)

By Melissa R. Collum

Thu
23
Mar

Coletta C. Wegmann

Coletta C. Wegmann, age 93, of Bloomington, Wisc. passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Prairie Maison in Prairie du Chien, Wisc.
A Private Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Bloomington with Father Gregory Ihm officiating. Private family burial will be in Blakes Prairie Cemetery, Bloomington Township. Family and friends may join Coletta’s family on Saturday, March 25, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at Route 35 Pub & Pizza in Bloomington for desserts and coffee in memory of Coletta. Martin Schwartz Funeral Home & Crematory in Bloomington is entrusted with her care. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in Coletta’s name to St. Mary’s Catholic School in Bloomington, Wisc.
Online condolences: www.martinschwartzfuneralhomes.com

Thu
23
Mar

Donald Ross “Don” Ritchie

Donald Ross “Don” Ritchie age 96 of Prairie du Chien, Wisc. passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at Crossing Rivers Health in Prairie du Chien. A private Memorial Mass will be held at St. John’s Church of the Holy Family Parish, with burial in the Calvary Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. Military honors will be accorded graveside by the Prairie du Chien Honor Guard. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

Thu
23
Mar

Susan A. Ludvik

Susan A. Ludvik, age 76 of Monona, IA passed away Monday, March 13, 2023, at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, WI.
Funeral Services were Monday, March 20, 2023, at St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, Pastor Hillary Burns-Kite officiating with burial in the Calvary Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Rural Bridgeport & Prairie du Chien Volunteer Fire Department and First Responders. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

Thu
23
Mar

Josey Florence Faye Johnson

Josey Florence Faye Johnson passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 12, 2023. She was born on January 2, 2004, to proud parents, Joseph F. Johnson Sr. and Aubrey F. Johnson.
A private service will be held at St. Ann-St. Joseph Catholic Church in Harpers Ferry, Iowa, followed by a private burial ceremony at Calvary Cemetery, Prairie du Chien, Wisc.
The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

Thu
23
Mar

Dr. James L. “Jim” “Doc” Greenwald

Dr. James L. “Jim” “Doc” Greenwald, age 92, of Madison, passed away on Sunday, March 12, 2023, at Meriter Hospital.
Funeral service was held at All Saints Lutheran Church, 2951 Chapel Valley Road, Fitchburg, on Saturday, March 18, 2023.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be gifted in Jim’s name to Hoffman Hall, Agrace HospiceCare, Rivers and Bluffs Animal Shelter, or the charity of one’s choice.
A special thanks to Jim’s caregiver, Bill, for his excellent care and compassion during Jim’s final months.
Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

Thu
23
Mar

Greg A. Beneker

Greg A. Beneker, age 77 of Prairie du Chien, Wisc. passed away Thursday, March 16, 2023, at home surrounded by his family. He was born on March 27, 1945, to Robert and Shirley (Gulick) Beneker in Prairie du Chien.
A private graveside service will be held in the Bagley Cemetery in Bagley, WI. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

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