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Mauston NARCAN Training
6 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
SAFE in Juneau County will be hosting a FREE community Narcan training at the Hatch Public Library in
Mauston on Tuesday, December 3rd from 5:30-6:30pm. This training will teach participants how to take
life-saving steps in the event of an opioid overdose. Participants will learn how to recognize the signs of
an opioid overdose and administer the opioid overdose reversal drug Naloxone (brand name Narcan).
The free training is open to all community members, and participants will leave the training with free
resources, including two doses of Narcan. If you are unable to attend the training, stop by the Juneau
County Health Department during normal business hours to access these harm reduction materials.
Registration is required to reserve your spot and guarantee free resources. Register at this link:
https://forms.gle/vAqSz86XCWp84y1P8. Please call 608-847-9373 with any questions.
Public meeting for WIS 80 in Juneau County
6 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is conducting a public involvement meeting to discuss pavement improvements on WIS 80 from WIS 33 in Union Center to the Baraboo River Bridge in Elroy, Juneau County. Construction is scheduled for 2031.
The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 10, 2024, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Union Center Town Hall, 339 High Street, Union Center. The objective of this meeting is to familiarize the public with the purpose and need for the project and to obtain input on the proposed improvements.
This project will consist of a mill and relay of the existing pavement followed by an asphalt overlay. Replacement of guardrail, curb ramps and the crossing at Perry Street in Union Center. During construction WIS 80 will be closed to through traffic and detoured for one stage of the project, remaining construction will take place under flagging operations. Access to local properties and businesses will be maintained.
Adjacent property owners are encouraged to attend the meeting. If unable to attend or for more information contact WisDOT Project Manager Jered Lex at (608) 785-9956, jered.lex@dot.wi.gov. Written comments can be mailed to Jered Lex at 3550 Mormon Coulee Road, La Crosse WI 54601.
Citizens who are deaf or hard of hearing and require an interpreter may request one by contacting Jered Lex at least three working days prior to the meeting.
Kendall Man Arrested on Drug Charges
6 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Vernon County Sheri? Roy Torgerson in partnership with the Wisconsin
Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) today announced
that Brandon Robert Sebranek, age 30, is facing several drug charges afer a search
warrant was executed on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at a residence on Mt. Tabor
Road, in the town of Forest as the result of an ongoing investigation.
During the search, several items were seized. Sebranek appeared in Vernon County
Circuit Court Thursday, November 21st, and was later released after posting a $2,500.00
cash bond.
On November 25 th, Vernon County District Attorney Angela Palmer-Fisher filed charges
against Sebranek of Possess Firearm–Convicted of Felony, Bail Jumping–Felony,
Possession of Methamphetamine, Possess Drug Paraphernalia, and two counts of
Possession of Controlled Substance, all as a repeat offender. A charge is merely an
accusation. Sebranek is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
Sebranek is due back in Vernon County Circuit Court on December 3 rd, at 9:00 AM, for
an Initial Appearance.
Assisting the Sheriff’s Office and DCI were the Vernon County Combined Tactical Unit,
the Wisconsin Joint Tactical Team, Hillsboro Police Department, Hillsboro Area
Ambulance, Sauk County Sheriff’s Office and tactical unit, La Crosse County Sheriff’s and
tactical unit, and the Vernon County Department of Human Services.
The incident remains under investigation.
Local Prep Scores from Tuesday 11/26
6 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Boys Basketball
Royall 72 Ithaca 38
Mauston 69 Westby 58 (Fr. Jace Navis 30points for Mauston)
Wisconsin Dells 84 Portage 62
Weston 64 Wonewoc-Center 39
Kickapoo 80 Cashton 30
Girls Basketball
Mauston 57 G-E-T 9 (Ella Franek 14points for Mauston)
Spencer 51 Nekoosa 31
Wisconsin Dells 50 Lodi 33
Reedsburg 55 Wisconsin Rapids 52
Westfield 51 Waupun 43
Adams-Friendship 61 Marshall 42
Greenwood 41 Necedah 30
Arcadia 43 Tomah 27
Cashton 55 Viroqua 22
Boys Hockey
RWD/Mauston 2 Wisconsin Rapids 1
Girls Hockey
Badger Lightning 2 Coulee Region Cyclones 1
Royall Boys Roll Over Ithaca in a Top10 Battle
6 months
The Royall Panthers Boys Basketball team opened up their season with a 72-38 thrashing of #8 Ithaca Tuesday night. Royall got a game high 30points from Senior Carter Uppena in the victory. Royall led 38-22 at halftime and was extremely strong defensively in the 2nd half. It took Ithaca 6mintues to score a 2nd half point. Trey Wildes had 15points while Ben Crneckiy added 11points for the Panthers who are currently ranked #2 in D5. Devin Ihm & Sammy Clary each had 13 for the Bulldogs. Royall will travel to Seneca on December 3rd.
Stark, Dennis Age 79 of Mauston
6 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
A memorial funeral service for Dennis Stark, age 79 of Mauston, Wisconsin will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 11:30 A.M. at Bethany Lutheran Church in New Lisbon, WI. Visitation will be held from 9:30 AM until the time of service at 11:30 AM.
He is survived by his wife, Sheila; step-children, Christine (Larry) Arens and Mark (Janet Gibbens), brother Dwight (Reen) Stark, brother-in-law Bick Brockman, grandson Jacob (Jade Mardjetko) Arens; granddaughters, Miranda Stark and Allyson (Christopher) Wilkinson and great-grandson Jayce Wilkinson. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, and many, many friends.
The Conway-Picha Funeral Home and Crematory of Lyndon Station, Wisconsin assisted the family with arrangements. For On-Line condolences and information, go to www.pichafuneralhome.com
Van Pool, Linda Ann Age 66 of Mauston
6 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Today we celebrate the life of a remarkable soul, Linda Ann (Raese) Van Pool, who walked among us with grace and has now been called home to glory. Linda passed into the heavenly realm on Friday, November 15, 2024, on a beautiful sunny afternoon. Born on the 6th of December 1957, in the town of Tomah, Wisconsin, Linda was a beacon of love and warmth, a daughter to Wayne and Joan Raese, and a sister to James, Dan, and Larry Raese, each accompanied by their loving spouses Sally, Julie, and Maryanne respectively. Linda was blessed with one son Kristopher, as well as a loving relationship and marriage to Harold Van Pool.
Linda’s journey on this earth was marked by her unwavering courage, her loving heart, and her thoughtful nature. After attending Edgerton Senior High School, Linda embraced various roles in her life, from factory work to the noble calling of homemaking, to serving others with a smile as a waitress at Denny’s restaurant where her warm smile and caring nature made her a favorite among patrons. Linda’s colleagues and customers alike will remember her as someone who always went the extra mile to make others feel welcome and cared for. She had a natural ability to connect with people, a quality that endeared her to many.
Linda found joy in the art of cooking and baking, often sharing her delicious creations with friends and family. Her passion extended beyond the confines of her kitchen to the outdoors, where her flower and vegetable gardens stood as a testament to her connection with God’s creation, each bloom and harvest a reflection of her tender care and patience. Linda found joy in the simple pleasures of tending to her plants and sharing their beauty with friends and neighbors.
As we stand together today, let us remember Linda not with the sorrow that death often brings but with the joy of having known such a courageous, loving, and thoughtful soul. She faced the trials of cancer with the same strength and dignity that characterized her life, a testament to her unwavering faith.
We take solace knowing that she rests in the Lord’s embrace, free from pain and suffering. Her absence will be deeply felt, but her spirit will continue to live on through the lives of her family and the countless individuals she touched.
As we bid farewell to Linda, we do so with a sense of profound gratitude for the time we were privileged to share with her. Her journey on this earth may have come to an end, but the memories she created, the love she gave, and the lives she enriched will endure forever. Linda’s story is not one of sorrow, but a celebration of a life well-lived, filled with moments of joy, kindness, and the unwavering courage that defined her.
Linda was preceded in death by her grandparents and husband Harold Van Pool. She is survived by her parents, siblings and son Kristopher as well many loving nieces and nephews.
The family would like to give special thanks to Agrace Hospice Care. With their kindness, skill, and dedication, Linda was able to spend most of her final days in the home she loved. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made out to the family of Linda (Raese) Van Pool.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, November 29th at 11:00 A.M. at Faith Christian Church in Mauston. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation at the Faith Christian Church from 10:00 A.M. until the time of service. Pastor Ken Kayhart presiding. Burial will take place in the Raese Cemetery in Wonewoc. The Hare Funeral Home in New Lisbon is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences are available at www.harefuneralhome.
Local Girls Basketball Scores from Monday 11/25
6 months
New Lisbon 53 La Farge 40
Westby 40 Brookwood 36 OT
Ithaca 51 Wonewoc-Center 30
Kickapoo 60 Cashton 45
New Lisbon Uses Strong 2nd Half to Win Girls Basketball Game
6 months
The New Lisbon Rockets girls basketball team used a strong 2nd half to get their first win of the season, knocking off La Farge 53-40 Monday night. The two teams were tied at halftime but the Rockets used a strong 2nd half from Olivia Bunker and Arria Raese to secure the victory. Bunker and Raese each had 14points to lead New Lisbon. Allie Hare chipped in with 10points. La Farge got a game high 15points from Brielle Hansen. New Lisbon improves to 1-2 on the season; La Farge drops to 0-3.
Lampe, Richard “Dick” Carl Age 83 of Big Flats
6 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Richard “Dick” Carl Lampe, age 83, of Big Flats, WI and Edinburg, TX (formerly of Eagle, Muskego and Okauchee, WI), found peace on Wednesday, November 14, 2024 and is without doubt ecstatic to be with his Lord and Savior.
Born September 6, 1941 in Okauchee, WI he was the son of Carl and Elizabeth (nee Mortenson) Lampe. A graduate of Oconomowoc High School, Dick worked as a Draftsman and later in Purchasing roles for Waukesha Foundry/Waukesha Pump and Waukesha Cherry-Burrell, retiring in 2007 from Buell Motorcycles as a Purchasing Engineer.
Dick was an avid fisherman and hunter most of his life, a malt beverage enthusiast, loyal Green Bay Packer fan and enjoyed playing cards, softball, bowling, golfing, motorcycling and traveling – in particular, to Mexico, the Indianapolis 500 and WI Badger Rosebowl Games.
Upon retiring full-time in Big Flats, WI, (his version of ‘paradise’) he took on civic leadership roles as a Town Board Supervisor 1, Neighborhood Watch Patroller, Planning Commission member, and a frequent attendee of Town Hall Meetings.
A dedicated Christian who read the bible front to back multiple times, Dick participated in a 2012 missionary trip to the Holy Land (Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Galilee, Nazareth and Amman). He looked forward to one day meeting Jesus Christ, and often declared his love of his ‘little church,’ Zion Lutheran Church, Big Flats, WI, where he would volunteer for various events and projects.
Dick is survived by ex-wives Kathy (nee Hoskins) and Cheri (nee Lowe), his children Debra Lampe-Revolinski of Milwaukee, Jeffrey (and Lisa) Lampe of Wind Lake and Cheryl (Cheri) Lampe of North Prairie, as well as six grandchildren, Adam Raap, Dylan (and Ashley) Raap, Megan (and Jake) Uttke, Morgan (and Brandon) Challe Daniels, Jordan Lampe and Piper Lampe, eight great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister Pauline Kopatich (nee Lampe).
The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Marshfield Clinic, Cattails Place and St. Croix Hospice for their swift response and wonderful compassion. In addition, we extend our gratitude for the love and affection of his neighbors and friends. You embraced our father, and he was blessed by your love. You know who you are – God’s blessings upon you all!
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 7, at Zion Lutheran Church, 886 Bighorn Avenue, Big Flats, WI 54943 (3 miles east of Hwy 13). Visitation will begin at 11:00AM, followed at 12:00 pm with a service and interment of ashes, and a luncheon at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, a donation to one of the following non-profits supported by Dick is encouraged: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Shriner’s Hospital, UNICEF USA and Zion Lutheran Church in Big Flats, WI.
The service will be live streamed on Facebook at: https://facebook.com/events/s/richard-lampes-memorial-servic/3936855329859254/
