You may think that with the advent of GPS and internet information, the plat book is a relic from the … Read the rest
‘Live at the Met in HD’ performances will begin soon at Marcus Theatres
Contributed by Lyda Lanier Do not miss grand opera back on the big screen. “Live at the Met in HD” will again be presented in Marcus Theatres in La Crosse with a lineup of 10 dazzling performances. Not only does this bring grand opera close to home, but...
Vernon County Sheriff’s Report for Sept. 20–26
Tuesday, Sept. 21: Matthew Keenan of Viroqua was traveling on County Highway T in the town of Franklin when he attempted a U-turn. Keenan did not turn sharp enough, and the vehicle went over the embankment and onto Cowden Road. Keenan was able to pull out of the...
Norwalk church to host woman who served in Kenyan slum
Immanuel United Methodist Church in Norwalk will have a special speaker, Kathy Flatoff, on Sunday, Sept. 26.
KVR, La Farge School district open forest school
The Kickapoo Valley Reserve recently expanded education facilities with the addition of the Prairie Spring Classroom, a gift from local … Read the rest
Vernon County Sheriff’s Report for Sept. 6–12
Friday, Sept. 10: Alex Hebel of Westby was traveling eastbound on E. Coon Prairie Road in the town of Viroqua when he swerved to miss a deer, lost control of the vehicle, traveled into the ditch, and hit a tree. Hebel did not report any injuries. The vehicle was towed...
Pickin’ on the porch
Tor Eness hosted Pickin’ on the Porch on Aug. 29 at his rural Ontario home, offering a venue to a … Read the rest
Bicycle giveaway
The Vernon County Law Enforcement Association had a drawing at its Vernon Night Out and gave away this 24-inch bicycle.… Read the rest
Vernon County Sheriff’s Report for Aug. 30 to Sept. 5
Saturday, Sept. 4: Brian Pongrat of, Middleton, Wis., was traveling eastbound on Highway 82 in the town of Webster. Eric Millis of La Farge was traveling behind the Pongratz vehicle. As they entered a passing zone, Pongratz pulled out to pass a slower vehicle ahead of...
Ontario Police Report
The following is the Regional Centers Municipal Court report for Ontario for Aug. 30: • Courtney Kay Baldwin, restriction of junk/trash — $140 • Courtney Kay Baldwin, restriction of junk/trash — $140 • Judy J. Downing, restriction of junk/trash — $140 • Dawn Knoll,...