Sunday, July 26: Donald Cooper of La Farge was traveling southbound on Highway 131 in the town of Stark when he hit a deer. No injuries were reported. The vehicle had functional damage.
Thursday, July 30: Steven Nau of Ferryville, Wis., was traveling southbound on Highway 27 in the town of Franklin and hit a horse-drawn mower occupied by David Shelter of Viroqua. Shelter was ejected but did not report any injuries. The horses sustained cuts on their legs, and Nau was not injured. The Nau vehicle was towed due to disabling damage.
Friday, July 31: Amy Scott of Viola was traveling eastbound on Highway 82 in the town of Stark and hit a deer. Scott did not report any injuries. The vehicle was towed due to disabling damage.
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Until further notice, in compliance with CDC limitations and to reduce the spread of coronavirus 2019 (Covid-19), Sheriff John Spears is limiting nonessential/nonemergent services, including all meetings scheduled at the sheriff’s office, license plate registrations, jail visitation, etc.
To report an incident, or for questions in general, please call the Vernon County Dispatch Center at (608) 637-2123 or email vcso@vernoncounty.org. Civil process/record request inquiries can be forwarded to (608) 638-5710 or vcsorecords@vernoncounty.org. As directed by Sheriff Spears, if you are experiencing symptoms of the coronavirus or the flu, please identify this to the dispatcher before a deputy makes contact at your residence. Precautions are being taken in this facility to maintain the health and wellness of staff, inmates, and visitors alike. Thank you for your understanding.
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Sheriff Spears is reminding citizens to practice good health practices and follow the guidelines set forth by the Centers for Disease Control.
To help protect our community, your family and coworkers, please remember to wash your hands frequently for a minimum of 20 seconds, limit the amount of times you touch your face with your hands, cover your mouth when you have a cough, and if you are sick, stay home or seek medical attention. Clean and sanitize your home, work areas, and frequently contacted areas.
For more information, please contact the Vernon County Health Department or your medical provider, and do your part to keep our community healthy to reduce or limit the impact of Covid-19/coronavirus. Stay safe and healthy!