Mauston, WI
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2 Arrested In Adams County for Drug Charges
2 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
On Saturday, April 5, 2025, an Adams County Sheriff’s Office Deputy conducted a traffic stop on a motor vehicle for an equipment violation on County Highway A, east of State Highway 13 in the Adams County Town of Easton. During the traffic stop, K-9 Tekla was deployed and alerted to the odor of illegal drugs emitting from the vehicle. Deputies conducted a search of the motor vehicle and located over 49g of methamphetamine, over 12g of THC and other drug related paraphernalia. The driver, Samantha Borck and passenger, Audrey Hill were both taken into custody and transported to the Adams County Jail.
Hill was charged with: Possession with Intent to Deliver Methamphetamine, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Possession of THC. Borck was charged with: Possession with Intent to Deliver Methamphetamine – Party To A Crime, and Possession of THC.
Borck and Hill had bail hearings in Adams County Circuit Court Branch II on April 7, 2025, and were each given a $10,000 signature bond. At the time of this release Borck has been released, however Hill remains incarcerated in the Adams County Jail on a probation hold.
No further information will be released at this time.
The Adams County Sheriff Office was assisted on scene by Harper’s Towing.
2 Killed in Motorcycle Accident Near Cashton
2 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
On April 6, 2025, just after 5:00pm, the Monroe County Communications Center was informed of a crash involving a motorcycle and a passenger vehicle on State Highway 33 near County Highway X in the Town of Portland.
During the initial investigation, it was determined that a 2015 Harley Davidson was traveling west on State Highway 33 when the operator, a 41 year old Stoddard man, lost control while negotiating a curve. As a result, he was ejected from the motorcycle. The motorcycle and a passenger then collided with an eastbound 2018 Chevrolet Cruze. Both the motorcycle operator and his passenger, were pronounced dead at the scene. There were no injuries to the occupants of the Cruze. The identity of those deceased are not being released at this time pending notification of family.
The crash remains under investigation by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office.
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Monroe County Communications Center, Monroe County Medical Examiner, Westby Police Department, Wisconsin State Patrol, Cashton Fire Department, Cashton First Responders, Sparta Ambulance, Tri-State Ambulance and Gundersen Air.
Gov. Evers: Statement on Suing the Trump Administration to Stop Cuts to Wisconsin Museums and Libraries
2 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in State News
| UW-Stevens Point natural history museum funding at risk due to cuts by Trump and Musk |
| MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced Wisconsin is joining a lawsuit suing the Trump Administration for cutting funding for libraries and museums in Wisconsin, including the University of Wisconsin (UW)-Stevens Point Olson Museum of Natural History. The cuts are also expected to affect the Wisconsin Veterans Museum and over a dozen librarian positions across the state. The lawsuit Gov. Evers announced today is the latest move to stop President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s efforts to undermine constitutional checks and balances by obstructing and cutting programs and funding already approved by the U.S. Congress. Last month, President Trump issued an executive order targeting seven federal agencies, including the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), which has since cut 85 percent of its staff. The IMLS administers competitive grants to support museums by hiring project-related employees, developing educational programs, and developing new and improving existing exhibits. The UW-Stevens Point’s Olson Museum of Natural History was recently awarded a grant from the IMLS’s Inspire! Grants for Small Museums program, which it intends to use to fund staffing, design, and purchase of improvements to make its collection accessible to visitors with physical limitations and visual impairments. If the museum does not receive disbursements and reimbursements under this grant, 50 percent of the museum’s collection will remain inaccessible to visitors with physical limitations and visual impairments. “President Trump and Elon Musk’s reckless, illegal cuts are hurting folks across our country, including families, libraries, communities, and campuses right here in Wisconsin, gutting programs and services that folks depend on and care about,” said Gov. Evers. “For decades, the Olson Museum of Natural History and others like it across the country have served as critical hubs of education, research, and innovation. But without a second thought, the Trump Administration wants to pull the rug out from under them by obstructing investments that were approved by Congress. “Wisconsinites want constitutional checks and balances in our systems to maintain the balance of power and ensure no one has runaway power to make decisions like this unchecked. These actions are wrongheaded, they’re bad for Wisconsin, and we’re suing to stop them.” |
K9 Alert Leads to Methamphetamine Arrest for Mauston Man
3 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, an Adams County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that was speeding on State Highway 13, in the Township of Easton, Adams County, WI. The driver of the vehicle initially provided false identification information to the deputy. The driver, later identified as 37-year-old Robert A. Davis Jr. from Mauston, WI was arrested on a probation hold.
K9 Ira was deployed and alerted to the odor of illegal narcotics emitting from the vehicle. Deputies conducted a search of the vehicle and located approximately 106 grams of suspected methamphetamine and various drug paraphernalia. The ensuing investigation resulted in the following charges being requested with the Adams County District Attorney’s Office: Possession of Methamphetamine with intent to deliver, Possession of drug paraphernalia, Ignition Interlock Device Tampering and Operating while revoked – OWI related.
No further information will be released at this time.
The Adams County Sheriff’s Office was assisted on scene by Harper’s Towing.
April 2025 Spring Election Results
3 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Mauston School Board
Thomas Morris – 1,552 (Re-Elected to School Board)
Jess Kayhart – 1,465 (Elected to School Board)
Jerome Leak – 1,407 (Elected to School Board)
Betty Bader Kyrka – 1,054
Ken Van Doren – 900
Sandy Delarosa -868
New Lisbon School Referendum
Yes – 849
No – 836
New Lisbon School Board
Thomas Lowe -1,074 (Re-Elected to School Board)
Eileen Bunker -1,070 (Re-Elected to School Board)
Kevin Weinschrott -790 (Re-Elected to School Board)
Cindy McCormack -603
Tomah School Board
Catey Rice – 3,104 (Re-Elected to School Board)
Heidi Hammes -2,624 (Elected to School Board)
Daniel Crego -2,566
James Newlun -2,302
Royall School Board
Nathan Green & Ryan Preuss both elected to Royall School Board (ran unopposed)
Wisconsin Supreme Court
Susan Crawford defeated Brad Schimel
State Superintendent
Dr. Jill Underly defeated Brittany Kinser
Blood Drove Coming to MBMC
3 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
You can help someone in need by donating blood. Join the Blood Center of Wisconsin at a two-day blood drive being held at Mile Bluff Medical Center in Mauston on Wednesday, April 9 and Thursday, April 10 from 9 am to 2 pm.
Appointments are strongly encouraged for anyone who would like to donate, but walk-ins will be welcomed.
Donate at this upcoming blood drive and receive a Mt. Olympus day pass valid for up to four people!
Versiti is urgently seeking Type O, A, and B blood donors! As a thank-you for your donation, eligible donors will receive a $15 eGift card.
To reserve your spot, call the Blood Center of Wisconsin at 1-877-232-4376 or visit donate.wisconsin.versiti.org and search for Mile Bluff Medical Center in the mobile drives.
Rich Baumann to entertain at Terrace Heights Retirement Community
3 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Plan to join the tenants of Terrace Heights Retirement Community in Mauston in welcoming back singer and songwriter Rich Baumann on Tuesday, April 8 at 3 pm. His wonderful songs and beautiful piano playing are sure to please the audience.
This event is free and open to the public. However, seating is limited, so call 608-847-2377 to reserve your spot today.
To see more events like this, check out the upcoming events page at milebluff.com.
Mile Bluff Medical Center hosts monthly diabetes discussions
3 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
If you are looking for answers and tips on how to live your life to the fullest while managing diabetes, plan to attend this month’s Diabetes Connect. At this informative and engaging discussion, Mile Bluff’s team of experts will be available to cover a variety of key topics, while you’ll also have the opportunity to connect with others and get tips from those on a similar health journey.
This event is free and open to everyone, including individuals with pre-diabetes and diabetes, as well as their loved ones and caregivers. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insight toward living your best, and healthiest, life.
Diabetes Connect will be held on Thursday, April 3 at 1pm at Mile Bluff Medical Center in Mauston.
Registration is not required to attend. A virtual option is also available. Call 1 week in advance for details.
For more information, call 608-847-1848 or visit the upcoming events page at milebluff.com.
Sheriff Sale
3 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Mile Bluff Hosts Successful Open House at New Gateway Center in Mauston
3 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
On Saturday, March 15, Mile Bluff Medical Center welcomed the community to an exciting open house event at its brand-new Mile Bluff Gateway Center in Mauston.
The Gateway Center, located in the former Shopko building, has been completely transformed into a 26,000+ square-foot healthcare facility designed to meet the needs of the Mauston community. This newly renovated space will house Mile Bluff’s Urgent Care, Retail Pharmacy, and Dialysis departments. The facility is designed to provide high-quality healthcare services in a convenient and accessible location.
During the open house, visitors had the chance to explore the spacious new facility, meet the healthcare team, and gain insight into the services that will be offered. The event was free and open to the public, providing a unique opportunity for the community to see firsthand how the Gateway Center will impact healthcare in Mauston and surrounding areas.
Mile Bluff Pharmacy is already open and operational inside the Gateway Center. Its hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM, with the drive-thru available until 7:00 PM. The pharmacy is also open Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Urgent care and dialysis services are expected to move into their new spaces in the coming months.
The Gateway Center is the first phase of a $17 million development project. Phase two will focus on remodeling the emergency department at Mile Bluff’s main campus in Mauston, with construction set to begin later this year.
To stay up-to-date on the opening of urgent care and dialysis services at the Gateway Center, and to follow the progress of the ER remodel, follow Mile Bluff Medical Center on Facebook or visit milebluff.com.
