Kendall mask sales benefit library
Thanks to the talents and generosity of Kendall resident Gail Schoenfeld, the community has had a steady supply of cloth face masks for sale at the Three Sisters Treasures (which is next to the library in downtown Kendall).
Promoting dairy
Coordinating its efforts with the Royall school lunch program, the Monroe County Dairy Promotions brought dairy products to children last week at the Kendall Depot.
Summer grazing
Perhaps enjoying a refreshing day, cattle rested in the sun Monday.
Coronavirus
Covid-19 exposure possible during livestock expo in Juneau County
Tuesday, Aug. 11: Monroe County has three new cases; Vernon County, one; and Juneau County, one
Monday, Aug. 10: Monroe County has one new case; Vernon County, three; Juneau County, one
Vernon County Sheriff clarifies position on mask mandate
Friday, Aug. 7: Monroe County has no new cases; Vernon County, one; and Juneau County, one
Extra
Book review: ‘Countdown 1945’ by Chris Wallace with Mitch Weiss
N-O-W’s next meeting will be virtual
Got blood? Give it up! Wilton’s Saturday drive will include Covid-19 antibody tests
Book review: ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’ by J.K. Rowling
N-O-W forms virtual school as option to in-person instruction
Archives
Vierbicher releases flood recovery plan for Ontario
August 5th, 2020by County Line
It has been two years this month since a wall of water slammed into Ontario, obliterating nearly all of the downtown businesses.
Wilton makes offer on Wallace house
August 5th, 2020by County Line
The Village of Wilton plans to buy a property at 702 Walker St., for which it had started condemnation proceedings last month, and resell it to Wilton Properties, LLC (Dan Buchholz).
Town of Forest may buy land for new town hall
July 29th, 2020by County Line
Residents of the Town of Forest are invited to a meeting Monday, Aug. 3 to consider the purchase of the property neighboring the town shop for $80,000.
Wilton first donor to county’s climate change project
July 29th, 2020by County Line
Making a $4,000 donation, the Village of Wilton recently was the first contributor toward an effort to buy flood-monitoring equipment for the Kickapoo Watershed, noted Monroe County Conservationist Bob Micheel at the county’s Climate Change Task Force presentation in Wilton last week.
Flood monitoring: Monroe learns from Trempealeau’s efforts
July 22nd, 2020by County Line
When you’re a pioneer, it’s often but not always good to follow in the tracks of those who have gone before.
Royall intends to reopen in-person school this fall
July 22nd, 2020by County Line
The Royall School District administration will propose a plan to the board of education Monday, July 27, to start five-day-a-week, in-person school this fall.
Ontario American Legion to move to village’s new community center
July 22nd, 2020by County Line
The Ontario American Legion has a new home, the Ontario Village Board decided at its meeting last week.
Wilton may condemn Walker Street property
July 16th, 2020by County Line
The Wilton Village Board voted Monday to begin the condemnation process of a residence at 702 Walker St.
Kendall tractor pull not approved
July 16th, 2020by County Line
Concerned about risks associated with Covid-19, the Kendall Village Board denied Monday the Kendall Mustangs ATV/UTV Club’s request to host a tractor pull Labor Day weekend at Glenwood Park or on a village street.
Finding resilience and gratitude during graduation
July 8th, 2020by County Line
One hundred and four years ago, a young man by the name of Herbert Anderson presented the commencement address to the class of 1916 at Wilton High School.
N-O-W to purchase more electronic devices for students
July 7th, 2020by County Line
Preparing for the possibility that the coming school year may include more closures, the Norwalk-Ontario-Wilton Board of Education gave Superintendent Travis Anderson permission to purchase electronics and other items to help students learn from home.
Community
On Campus
Senior menus for Aug. 10–14
Norwalk reading program continues through Aug. 29
South Side News for Aug. 6
Ontario baseball, 1930s
News
Responsible for two manure spills, La Farge’s Wild Rose Dairy is pursuing expansion
Vernon County Sheriff’s report for July 26 to Aug. 2
Aug. 11 primary: Monroe County has contested races for treasurer, register of deeds
Vernon County Sheriff’s Report for July 20–26
N-O-W Rocks!
Backtalk
2020 marks 100th year since women got right to vote
Will the pandemic prompt a new back-to-the-land movement?
Our need for a better healthcare system
At least we have better masks than they did during the plague
Let’s have a serious discussion on the role of police
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