Mauston, WI
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Mile Bluff Welcomes Two Certified Nurse Midwives to OB Team
3 weeks
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Mile Bluff Medical Center is proud to welcome two certified nurse midwives, Lyn Wedyke and Paige Woggon, to its growing obstetrics team. Both bring unique experience, deep compassion, and a shared commitment to providing high-quality care for women and families in our rural communities.
Lyn joins Mile Bluff with more than 28 years of service in the United States Air Force, where she worked as a surgical technician and registered nurse before retiring in 2012. Since then, she has dedicated her career to women’s health and midwifery.
Paige, a New Lisbon native, is honored to serve families in the community where she grew up. She takes great pride in rural healthcare and treasures the opportunity to walk alongside women and families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
Together, Lyn and Paige bring a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and dedication to Mile Bluff’s obstetrics team. Their arrival strengthens Mile Bluff’s commitment to ensuring that women of all ages receive the care, respect, and support they deserve—close to home.
To learn more, visit milebluff.com or call 608-847-5000 to schedule an appointment.
Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Payments are Once Again Supporting Wisconsin Residents
3 weeks
by WRJC WebMaster
in State News
Today, Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) Secretary Kathy Blumenfeld announced that the Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP) has begun making payments, and that benefits are once again available for eligible Wisconsin residents needing help with their energy bills. The heating season officially began on November 1, though the federal shutdown meant that Wisconsin did not immediately receive federal funding to support energy benefits. The State estimates that 185,000 households will receive assistance in paying their energy bills, with the average one-time heating benefit expected to be $440. The average one-time electric benefit is expected to be $244. So far, over $40 million in payments have been made to support over 63,000 Wisconsin households, and applications remain open for assistance.
“Winter is in full force in Wisconsin, and we know the costs to heat a home increase when temperatures plummet. I’m happy to report that Wisconsin has received its federal energy assistance funding and is taking applications and making payments to benefit Wisconsin families and residents. If you waited to apply for energy assistance due to the federal government shutdown, or if you need help with your energy bill, please apply now,” stated Secretary Blumenfeld.
Eligibility is based on household income, household size, and the home’s energy costs. Residents may be eligible if the gross household income is 60% of the state median income level or less. WHEAP pays benefits directly to utilities and fuel suppliers to offset home energy costs. Crisis energy assistance is also available year-round and, emergency furnace and water heater repair and replacement and home weatherization services for eligible homeowners may also be offered based on household need.
Income Guidelines for 2025-26 Program Year
| Household Size | One Month Income | Annual Income |
| 1 | $ 3,201.75 | $38,421 |
| 2 | $ 4,186.92 | $50,243 |
| 3 | $ 5,172.08 | $62,065 |
| 4 | $ 6,157.33 | $73,888 |
| 5 | $ 7,142.50 | $85,710 |
| 6 | $ 8,127.67 | $97,532 |
| 7 | $ 8,312.33 | $99,748 |
| 8 | $ 8,497.08 | $101,965 |
Residents can apply for energy assistance by phone or mail through their local energy assistance agency. Call toll-free 1-866-HEATWIS (432-8947) for the local agency in your area or visit https://energyandhousing.wi.gov and click on the county or Tribe on the map.
Juneau County Sheriff Sale
4 weeks
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Money Food Raised for Mauston Community Sharing Food Pantry During Holiday Train Festivities
4 weeks
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
We got the totals in for the Mauston Community Sharing Food Pantry Fundraiser – what a Wonderful Community we live in!!! $2,500 cash donations which were matched by the Brunner Family for a total of $5,000 in cash! $4,500 came from the Canadian Train line and then there was 500 pounds of food to go on the Pantry shelves! Thank you to everyone who contributed and helped our local Community Sharing Food Pantry to help others!
Ontario Woman Involved in Vernon County Accident
4 weeks
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Vernon County Sheriff Roy Torgerson reports a two-vehicle collision occurred on Saturday, December 6th, 2025, just after 1:00 PM, near the intersection of State Highway 27 and County Road X, rural Westby, WI, Town of Christiana.
Theresa Jean Coblentz, age 67, of Ontario, WI was operating a 2016 Dodge Caravan, traveling south on State Highway 27. Coblentz attempted to make a U-turn and was struck by a southbound 2018 Jeep Compass driven by Antonia Maria Rcker, age 53, of Platteville, WI.
Seatbelts were worn and airbags deployed in both vehicles. Coblentz and Rucker sustained apparent minor injuries, but both declined medical transport.
At the scene with the Sheriff’s Office were the Westby Police Department, Westby Emergency Medical Service, Westby-Christiana Fire Department, Gundersen Tri-State Ambulance, and the Wisconsin State Patrol.
The crash remains under investigation by the Sheriff’s Office.
Hillsboro Teen Uninjured in Snowy 1 Vehicle Crash
4 weeks
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Vernon County Sheriff Roy Torgerson reports on Monday night, December 8th, 2025, at approximately 10:30 PM, the Sheriff’s Office 911 Dispatch Center was notified of a single-vehicle crash on County Road WW north of County Road F, rural Elroy, WI, in the Town of Hillsboro.
Kristianna E. Hardy, age 19, of Hillsboro was operating a 2005 Chevrolet Impala, travelling south on County Road WW and lost control while negotiating a curve to the left. The vehicle spun around, left the roadway, and came rest in a ditch. The roadway was snow-covered at the time of the crash.
Hardy was wearing a seatbelt and no injuries were reported. Property damage was minimal.
Assisting the Sheriff’s Office were the Hillsboro Fire Department and Hillsboro Area Ambulance.
The crash remains under investigation.
