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Sunflower Days called off

over ‘grave safety concerns,’
but town officials hope to find
a solution to keep them going
Times-Tribune photo by Matt Geiger

Sunflower Days in the Town of Middleton, pictured here in 2017, might have become a victim
of its own success. It attracted 92,000 visitors last year.
BY KEVIN MURPHY April 12 phone interview. ous safety issues,” Mel Pope,
Times-Tribune Sunflower Days enjoys a chairman of the FOPFC wrote
lot of support in the town and in an April 6 letter to Richson.
Richson wants the FOPFC to Plans for 2018 were un-
Times-Tribune photo by Matt Geiger
After growing into what’s return to the table and come to derway as recently as Janu-
Overdose reversal
been called the one of ar- an agreement that would make ary to “streamline parking,”
ea’s largest attended summer the event happen this summer. and take other crowd accom-
events, Sunflower Days will be The annual nine-day cel- modation measures, but on
cancelled this year due to safe- ebration of acres of bloom- April 4, the FOPFC met
ty concerns sponsors, Friends ing sunflowers began in 2007 and unanimously voted not
The Northwest Cares Coalition hosted an overdose reversal training session on Tuesday, April of Pope Farm Conservancy and grew to an estimated to hold the event this year.
10 at the Cross Plains Fire Department. The presentation, led by AIDS Resource Center of (FOPFC), announced April 11. 92,000 visitors last August. “[W]e have grave safety
Wisconsin (ARCW)-Madison prevention specialist Heidi Olson-Streed (above) showed the doz- However, Cynthia Rich- Although no major accidents concerns because of the large
ens of people in attendance how to identify an overdose of heroin or other opiates, and how to son, town chair of the town occurred in 2017, the FOPFC number of people and fami-
administer the life-saving drug Narcan (naloxone HCI). Olson-Streed told those in attendance, of Middleton said she re- projected a 12 percent increase lies [with children] who have
including both first responders and ordinary citizens, to attempt to awaken the person, call for mains optimistic that the event in attendance this August and been coming to the event. At-
help, check the airway for blockage, perform rescue breathing, and administer naloxone, which can still be held this year. concluded that parking at the tendance has grown by about
comes in a variety of forms including nasal spray and injectable fluid. “We’re trying to work 105-acre conservancy “will be 50 percent during the past two
“Its only effect is, it’s an opiate antagonist,” she explained. it out. It’s…on the town seriously inadequate.” Park- years and we fear that this num-
“Just remember, you’re never going to hurt a person with Narcan,” she added. It can be in- board’s April 23 agenda so ing vehicles along Old Sauk
jected through clothing and into areas including the buttocks, shoulder or thigh. we’ll see,” Richson said in Rd. would likely “cause seri- See SUNFLOWER, page 3
Olson-Streed said knowing how to reverse an overdose can save lives as people across Dane
County struggle with a wave of opiate addiction. “So many of our program participants want
to stop, they want to move on with their lives,” Olson-Streed said. The reality, however, is that
relapses often happen, even to people who seem well on the path to recovery. School district residents
Cops used DNA encouraged to take survey
to catch alleged Residents have until April
27 to complete a survey about
and will remain confidential.
Paper copies were mailed to
vey, additional access numbers
are available by calling the Dis-
Papa John’s robber facilities planning and possible

options to deal with enrollment
growth in the Middleton-Cross
District households earlier this
month. You may complete the
survey online or by filling out
trict office at 608-829-9004.
Superintendent George
Mavroulis reported more than
MIDDLETON–The Mid- to collect Plains Area School District. the paper copy and returning 1,100 individuals had taken the
dleton Police Department has a DNA The eight-page survey it to School Perceptions or the survey as of April 12. Results
made an arrest in an armed sample should take 10 minutes to com- District Services Center, 7106 will be shared with the Board of
robbery committed at the Papa f r o m plete. The survey is being run South Ave., Middleton. A Education at its regular meeting
John’s at 6615 University Ave. Pombier. by School Perceptions, an inde- Spanish version is also avail- on May 7. They will also be
on February 3. Police pendent firm with expertise in able. You will need an access posted on the District website.
The arrest came on April 9 also re- conducting surveys to collect code to complete the survey To learn more please visit
after results of DNA collected covered feedback. All survey data is online. If multiple adults in a mcpasd.k12.wi.us/facili-
at the scene was found to be other ev- Pombier returned to School Perceptions household wish to take the sur- ties-planning.
that of 37-year-old Eric Pom- idence at
bier of Madison. The DNA was the scene,
processed and sent through the
national CODIS system, com-
including a BB gun that was
found at the restaurant. The
Middleton couple dies in crash
ing back belonging to Pombier, suspect wielded the weapon MADISON–A Middleton juries in the accident. Larry The collision occurred at
whose DNA was in the system and demanded money. No cash Couple was killed in a car Brandt was pronounced dead about 1 p.m. and involved a
because of a drug charge in was turned over and the suspect crash in Madison on April 13, at the scene, and Antoinette garbage truck in addition to
Colorado. Detectives then inter- fled the scene, leaving in a car at the intersection of Mineral Brandt was pronounced dead the Brandts’ passenger vehicle.
viewed the suspect, who denied parked nearby. Point Road and Whitney Way. at a local hospital slightly The deaths remain under
any involvement in the crime. Pombier remains in the Dane Larry Brandt, 78, and Antoi- after arrival. Both died of inju- investigation, and fur-
A search warrant was issued County jail on a $500 bond. nette Brandt both died of in- ries sustained in the accident. ther testing is underway.
PAGE 2 TIMES-TRIBUNE THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2018
Orators prepare for district competition 7 Middleton residents nominated

for Community Volunteer Awards
MIDDLETON–Nomi- have been nominated for a the Madison Concourse
nations for the Community 2018 United Way of Dane Hotel and Governor’s Club
Volunteer Award have been County Community Volun- on Wednesday, May 2 from
announced, with seven Mid- teer Award for their volun- 11:00 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. To
dleton residents in he run- teer work. RSVP for this event,
ning. This year, 100 volunteer visit www.unitedwaydan-
Lucie Arendt (Middle- groups and individuals in ecounty.org/cva or contact
ton Youth Center), Stacey Dane County are being hon- Stefanie Herrick at 608-246-
Aushri-Li (Alzehimer’s ored at United Way’s 28th 4384 or stefanie.herrick@
Dementia Alliance of Wis- Annual Community Volun- uwdc.org.
consin), Arianna Balistereri teer Awards. This event is The Community Volun-
(Children’s Theater of Mad- dedicated to recognizing and teer Awards are made pos-
ison), Mary Fulton (Madi- thanking volunteers who are sible through the generous
son-Area Urban Ministry), passionate about their work support from our present-
an Hedtcke (Linda and Gene and make an impact in the ing sponsor CUNA Mutual
Farley Center for Peace, community. Group and supporting spon-
Justice and Sustainability), Hundreds of Dane County sor WPS Health Solutions.
Gail Krc (Middleton Out- community members will Our 2018 media sponsors
reach Ministry) and Nikki attend this warm and unique include WKOW TV and
Satterlund (Gio’s Garden) event, held over lunch at WORT 89.9 FM.
Photo contributed
On Thursday, April 5 top placing orators from the Cross Plains, Middleton and Sauk Trails
(Madison) Optimist Clubs competed in a Zone oratorical contest at Asbury Methodist Church in
Madison. The purpose of this contest was to refine the field of speakers prior to the District (state
Grob in Spring Into Fine Arts show
level) contest in May. Two speakers in this contest will move on to the District contest; they are MADISON–14 South Art- be accepting donations to Oc- show and sale will be held
Anaka Srinivas (above right), a sophomore at Middleton High School, and Emma Schlotthauer ists, Inc. will present the works cuPaws. Local artists including from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on April
(above left), a fifth grader at Glacier Creek Middle School in Cross Plains. of 30 area artists next Satur- Julie Raasch, of Mount Horeb, 21, at the Madison Masonic
The District contest will be held on Saturday, May 5 at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin day at an indoor show and and Chad Grob, of Cross Plains, Center, 301 Wisconsin Avenue,
Dells. District contestants and their families will be treated to an overnight stay on Friday at the sale in Downtown Madison. will take part in the event. one block north of the Capitol
resort, including use of the pool. After the contest, students and families will enjoy lunch with The Spring into Fine Arts event 14 South Artists is a 14-year- Square. On April 21 there will
delegates to the quarterly District meeting, which also take place that day, and learn who won on April 21, at the Madison old association of accomplished be the second outdoor Dane
the scholarships Masonic Center is a new addi- south central Wisconsin artists County Farmer’s Market on
District first place winners from around the country, plus Canada and the Caribbean, will tion to the Madison art scene. who challenge and encour- the Square. Guests will be able
compete in eight regional contests for $5000 scholarships each. Regional winners will compete Patrons will be able to view age each other to pursue their to park in the ramp behind the
in the international contest for scholarships totaling $30,000. Both regional and international and purchase unique and orig- passion. Anyone interested in Madison Masonic Center build-
contests will be held in St. Louis, MO, in late June. inal works by selected artists supporting the arts may join ing and at nearby city parking
Optimist International is one of the world’s largest service club organizations with 93,000 displayed in an iconic Madison 14 South Artists. An artist ramps.
adult and youth members in 3,200 clubs in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean and Mexico landmark. OccuPaws, a charity must have their body of work 14 South Artists plans to
and throughout the world. The Optimist Oratorical Contest is one of the organization’s most that trains young dogs to serve reviewed by a panel of judges make Spring into Fine Arts
popular programs, with more than 2,000 clubs participating annually. Carrying the Mission those with vision loss, will be for merit and craftsmanship for an annual event. For more
Statement “By providing hope and positive vision, Optimists bring out the best in youth, our 14 South Artists’ guest at the the distinction of being a juried information about the April
communities and ourselves,” Optimists conduct positive service projects that reach more than show. Service dogs in training artist and to participate in the 21 event, visit www.springin-
six million young people each year. To learn more about Optimist International, please call (314) will be available to greet event organization’s shows. tofinearts.com or facebook.
371-6000 or visit the organization’s website at www.optimist.org. attendees, and volunteers will The Spring into Fine Arts com/springintofinearts/.
City council approves $2.63 million land acquisition

ers to redevelop the site. already owned. tiations the common council “What we intend to do is buy “Assuming no environmen-
BY CAMERON BREN The city first considered pur- City administrator Mike voted at the March 6 meeting the properties then to see it re- tal issues, we anticipate closing
Times-Tribune chasing the properties for the Davis suggested the council to direct staff to proceed on developed through a request for by the end of May 2018,” said
use of expanding the school still consider a public/private the prospective purchase of proposals from local develop- Davis.
MIDDLETON–The Middle- district. The school district is partnership that could work in the properties from voluntary ers, pick the best proposal then Alder JoAnna Richard made
ton Common Council approved in the midst of planning a new conjunction with the school dis- sellers. have this property redeveloped the motion to approve a real
the purchase of the properties at facility after years of enroll- trict, despite the district pulling Davis said after the purchase to its highest and best use for estate purchase and sale agree-
Clark & Parmenter Street, north ment growth. The school board out. The council decided to the city will create a competi- the Parmenter corridor,” Davis ment with sellers William and
of Lee Street, for a total cost of and district’s facility planning keep the options open since the tive process to redevelop the said. Sue Hein for $1,580,000 and
$2.63 million, on April 3. The committee eventually ruled out district was going to expand land for higher and better uses With the council approving another real estate purchase and
city plans to make a request for purchasing new land in favor elsewhere. in line with the city’s tax incre- the purchase, staff will now sale agreement with Pohlkamp
proposals from local develop- of expanding on-site or on land After closed session nego- ment district #5 project plan. proceed to finalize closing with Investments for $1,050,000.
the sellers after completion of The motion passed unani-
the environmental review of mously.
the site.
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BUSINESS NEWS
Cross Plains pharmacy moves

New location offers more parking, better accessibility for customers
BY BRENDA SCHULTZ Following in her father date medications for dispos- view all medications, in-
Times-Tribune Eugene Kostecki’s foot- al, thus keeping them out of cluding over the counter and
steps, Lisa grew up watch- the groundwater. herbal medications. Some
ing him fill prescriptions and Patients who need mul- private insurance and Medi-
CROSS PLAINS-A long- worked at the family-owned tiple medications need not care Part D plans cover this
time family business has a pharmacy on Saturdays and visit the pharmacy more service. The United Way
new location. Cross Plains during school breaks. The than once a month through Safe and Healthy Aging
Pharmacy, in its third loca- whole family helped out, es- a program called Med Sync. program covers it as well for
tion since its inception in pecially at annual inventory Dispill, another new ser- patients who fit certain cri-
1972, is now able to pro- time. Today, Mr. Kostecki vice, groups and packag- teria through a partnership
vide more parking and bet- no longer fills prescriptions, es medications according with Northwest Dane Coun-
ter accessibility to all their but assists with the book- to week, day, and time of ty Senior Center. The goal
patients. Located in Esser keeping. day. “Senior citizens, peo- of this program is to reduce
Place apartment building, Ms. Kostecki is very ex- ple who travel, and children the risk of falls and to help
they offer a parking spot cited to be in their new lo- heading off to camp can all the elderly stay in their own
for customers who need the cation and loves being able benefit from this service,” home longer with a healthi-
pharmacist to bring their to offer natural health care said Ms. Kostecki. Immuni- er quality of life.
prescription to them, as well products from companies zations for shingles, flu, and With increased numbers
as an additional parking such as Tom’s, Jason, Alba, pneumonia are also offered nationally of dementia suf-
space for those who need and Avalon as well as a va- on site. ferers, Cross Plains Phar-
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offerings. The pharmacy called Medication Therapy changes, diet, exercise and
family and friends, “ said scriptions at the family-owned pharmacy, then she fol-
also provides free vitamins Management (MTM) is also social involvement. “We go
pharmacist Lisa Kostecki. lowed in his footsteps.
for children, free blood available at the pharma- that extra step to increase
“Our relationship with our pressure checks, and drug cy. MTM allows a patient their awareness of self-help Cross Plains and all that this Foundation, the bringing
patients provides us with an “take-backs”. Patients can to schedule an appointment possibilities,” she com- community offers, from the together of different gener-
opportunity for individual- bring in unused, or out of with the pharmacist to re- mented. “The changes to Ice Age Trail, to the LIFE ations … it’s all positive!”
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Sunflower continued from page 1
ber of people (together with an who would have to plant some- until late May to decide what $7,132 in expenses for Sun- quested the town provide park ing and shuttle service to the
expected 2018 increase) can thing other than sunflowers to plant at the conservancy, flower Days this year. About ranger, three portable toilets conservancy, Pope wrote.
no longer be safely handled,” this spring, according to Pope. giving the FOPFC and the 100 volunteers worked the and removal trash as needed. A call to Pope about the
according to Pope’s letter. Richson disputed that the town enough time to reach 2017 event, which were about Before deciding to hold cancellation was not re-
The FOPFC had foreseen this town board would not prompt- an agreement, Richson said. 35 less than needed accord- the event in 2019, FOPFC turned before deadline.
possibility and had discussed ly approve a Sunflower Days Town Administrator David ing the FOPFC’s proposal will look at off-site park-
ways of reducing attendance admission fee at town-owned Shaw noted that the FOPFC de- for 2018. The FOPFC re-
by charging an admission fee. Pope Farm Conservancy. cision came as a surprise as the
However, the work involved “I’m just one board mem- town board approved the event
in getting approval from the ber but we need a formal re- for July 28-August 5 back in
town board and collecting a quest from the Friends that January. “We were aware of
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naked among the native people, things to teach others, certainly. “I cannot,” he continued,
writing a weird journal called The reason is that I am sick “count myself among the unfor-
“Noa Noa.” and tired of people taking a tunate. I mean, I may be in cer-
Van Gogh cut off part of his confused moral stance against tain relatively great difficulties,
Counter
own ear and nearly bled to death my worldview, which is that and there may be gloomy days
following a fight with Gauguin, the world is a beautiful place. in my life, but I shouldn’t want
during their brief time together. I’m tired of being scolded, by to be counted among the unfor-
He might have planned to people who are obsessed with tunate nor would it be correct.”
give the ear to Gauguin, as a political bickering and every We tend to think that if some-
make-up gift, but instead gave ache and pain in the world, for one’s life ends in tragedy, that
it to a French prostitute. being interested in beauty. I’m their life was tragic. Nothing
by Matt Geiger, Editor Both Gauguin and Van Gogh tired of the suggestion that I’m could be further from the truth.
attempted suicide. One suc- a bad father because I tell my Tragedies abound in any life.
gether, painting and quarreling ceeded. four-year-old daughter, every- Everyone strives to live a good
was confronted with a frothy
A time when in a burst of creative life. golden image of two figures
Gauguin tried swallowing
arsenic, making himself incred-
day, that she lives in a beautiful
world, and that she will have
life. For everyone, even the
luckiest of us, living a good
I don’t like everything about napping at the foot of a tow-
anything is modern life, but I do feel in- ering haystack. It literally took
ible sick. He did not die. His
body and mind were shattered
every opportunity to live an
exciting and fulfilling life. I’m
life, a life full of meaning, is
hard. But not impossible.
credibly lucky to live in a time my breath away. It was one of
possible... – the first time in all of human
history, actually – when all of
those special moments when
art produced a physical effect.
by syphilis. He hobbled around
on a broken ankle that would
done with people who think
they are doing their kids a favor
But our “great difficulties” do
not define us. We are defined
us, regardless of wealth, formal not heal, he suffered a series by endlessly lecturing them by our joys, our dreams, and
My daughter adores the wild, When something dreamed up
education, race, sexual orienta- of strokes, his alcoholism pro- about how unlucky they are to our art. We are defined by our
emotional paintings of Vin- by a person long dead, made a
tion or gender - are free to view duced painful skin lesions, and live in 2018. ability – and willingness - to
cent Van Gogh. She even pro- living person feel acutely alive.
the greatest paintings, listen to ultimately, penniless and alone, Because 2018 is a time when count ourselves among the for-
nounces his name correctly, Both Gauguin and Van Gogh
the most beautiful songs, and he died. A few years ago, a anything is possible. tunate. We are defined by our
with the guttural, chain-smok- died poor, as befits any great
read the most magical books painting of his called “When A life spent bathing in the ability to see beauty, whether it
ing “ggauhhlff” noise at the painter. Van Gogh famously
our species has ever created. Will You Marry” – a breathtak- beauty of all the art that has is behind the walls of an insane
end. She also loves Gandalf only sold one oil painting
You don’t even need to leave ing work of beauty created by come before us would not be asylum, or in the faces (and
(the wizard). during his life, and Gauguin
your house; most of it is avail- someone suffering from all the wasted. And no life devoted imaginations) of our daughters
She uses their names inter- met his end working a day job
able online, for free. Everything conditions I just listed - sold at to making new art will ever be (and sons).
changeably. to make ends meet while he
Shakespeare ever wrote is in auction for $300 million. wasted or tragic, either. I sense in modern people a
Sometimes a Dutch post-im- waited to go to prison for un-
the public domain. You can see At the field that is the sub- Modern people mistakenly willingness - a desire, even - to
pressionist painter named “Van paid back taxes.
everything Manet ever painted. ject of his final masterpiece believe that moral outrage be counted among the unfortu-
Galf” finds himself in Middle Van Gogh was probably epi-
You can listen to everything (“Wheatfield With Crows”), somehow makes them moral nate. They want it, and they are
Earth with a bunch of hobbits, leptic, often hallucinating, and
Brahms ever composed. If you Van Gogh shot himself. Not beings. It doesn’t. It merely trying through force of will to
running around in search of a always quarreling with those
are really lucky, and you have fatally, at least not at first. He makes them outraged. They make it correct, for them and,
dragon’s treasure. Others, an around him. He had himself
$20 of disposable income, you stumbled all the way back to think that when I tell my more sadly, their children.
old wizard named “Gan Dalf” committed, but even behind the
can even go to a book store and his bedroom. There, in bed, it daughter she will lead a won- Children know better. All of
sits in a field in Provence and walls of an asylum he contin-
stock up on large books about took him two days of agony to derful life, in a world bursting them. Because they know there
paints sunflowers. ued to paint the most beautiful
Gauguin and Van Gogh, or stop breathing. He was 37. The with beauty, that I’m condon- is more to life, than real life.
In their minds, four-year-old things the world has ever seen.
Gandalf, or whoever else you great modern author Karl Ove ing all the darkness and cruelty They are at home with wizards
children leave us and return What incredible vision he must
find interesting. Knausgaard recently wrote in the world. I’ve even been of Middle Earth and painters
so often. They warp to distant have had, to see and render all
This is no small thing. Until that Van Gogh’s paintings are scolded for telling her that she of 19th century Provence. They
times and places, then come that beauty in such a miserable
a few decades ago, no one had special because they give the is beautiful. My daughter, for know that they can go any-
home again, as if waking from place.
access to any of this. It makes sense that Van Gogh is looking all the progress we have made where.
a lucid dream. Gauguin eventually fled from
this, 2018, the year in which at everything in the world for and hopefully will continue to And they do.
As adults, we can imagine France, believing Europe to be
everyone seems to be filled the last time. And the last time make, will likely live in a world As Gauguin pointed out in
ourselves in other times and socially diseased and Europe-
with despair, the greatest time you look at something, whether where people – women, in par- his Tahitian journal, why paint
places, too. But it takes con- ans to be a degenerating race of
to be alive in all of human his- you know it or not, is always ticular - are not treated fairly. I at all, when photographs exist?
siderably more effort. I mostly pasty, miserable humans who
tory. Because art matters, more drenched in meaning. want her to know that’s unfair, Because painting, and writing,
just like to imagine being able had lost their divine beauty and
than anything else. Writing, So, why am I writing about but more importantly, I want and composing music, and in-
to go back to the 1990s, to a their connection to the earth.
painting, composing, theater, this? I’m no art historian. I her to know that reality will venting ever-changing deities –
pre-internet age, when I would He sailed to Tahiti, where he
religion – these are beautiful don’t know enough about these not have the power to rob her these things all infuse our lives
not be subjected to vacuous married a 13-year-old and lived
human inventions that give life of her happiness. The fact that with meaning. That meaning is
tweets, hashtags, and a bel- some will discriminate against what really carries us to harbor.
lowing cacophony of political meaning. They are the highest MI
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TOWN OF MIDDLETON
After complaints from residents, railroad

crossing will only be closed a single day
four days, should now be done long. Jim Wells, owner of The cess to several properties to US ing, was not happy with the complete reconstruction of the
BY KEVIN MURPHY
in a day, Cynthia Richson, town Storage Guy, said the situation 14 just west of Pleasant View short notice he received of the crossing in a day, (April 23)
Times-Tribune chair of the town of Middleton could have been avoided had Road. construction scheduled to start barring severe weather.
said Saturday. he been allowed to keep his Up to 80 cars and four trains on April 23. Middleton EMS and Fire
MIDDLETON–Rebuilding Complaints were heard from private rail crossing open until use the crossing daily, accord- After meeting with Wills, District representatives were
a railroad crossing that was ini- two business owners at an construction of the Schwartz ing to the Office of Commis- Carrington, a Wisconsin & also notified of the construction
tially thought to close vehicle April 9 town board meeting, Road crossing was completed. sioner of Railroads. Southern Railroad representa- but purportedly have vehicles
access to Schwartz Road resi- saying the construction would Since his private railroad Sean Carrington, of Car- tive and town officials, Richson that can use the crossing even
dences and businesses for up to close Schwartz Road and dis- crossing closed, the Schwartz rington Lawn and Landscap- said, the railroad believes it can while it’s under construction
rupt their businesses for too Road crossing is the only ac-
WHAT’S HAPPENING
rector Wyman Winston. “The Proceeds collected from perts, mentor peer supporters questions about the benefits a community operated Crisis
Drug take- first-time home buyer rep- participants and sponsors will and group leaders, and train and burdens into the routine Restoration Center or similar
resents about 65 percent of our be used to improve the lives primary healthcare providers. decision-making process will facility could help improve
back is volume, so the bonding will be of children, adults, and fami- To learn more about Climb help to keep equity at the fore.” care of those who struggle with
a substantial benefit to our cus- lies impacted by NF through Out of the Darkness, visit GARE is a national organi- mental illness. County Exec-
April 28 tomers.”
Millennials seeking to buy
Clinics, Awareness, Re-
search, Education and Support
http://www.postpartum.net/
join-us/climbout/ or contact
zation with offices in Oakland,
Calif. and New York City.
utive Parisi’s 2018 budget in-
cluded $140,000 for this study.
The Cross Plains Prescrip-
tion Drug Take Back Day ad- homes stand to benefit great- (C.A.R.E.S.). the local ClimbLeader, Kat County Supervisor Shelia The objective of this study
dresses a crucial public safety ly from the Home Ownership Schuknecht, at 608-217-3034 Stubbs of Madison says the is to review the current mental
and public health issue. Ac- Revenue Bonds. The millennial or kat@yourvillagemadison. new masthead -- expected to be health and substance use ser-
cording to the 2015 National age group currently comprises
58 percent of WHEDA’s first-
Post- com. unveiled in the coming weeks
-- shows that Dane County is
vices provided by public and
private funders and identify
Survey on Drug Use and
Health, 6.4 million Americans
abused controlled prescription
time home buyer portfolio.
The bonds will carry
partum Board to
serious about addressing “the
daunting disparities that impact
the needs, gaps and possible
solutions to address the issues
drugs. The study shows that a
majority of abused prescription
WHEDA’s general obligation.
They are rated ‘AA’ by Stan- mental include
this community.”
“Incorporating these equity
identified. Firms interested in
conducting the analysis must
dard & Poor’s and ‘Aa2’ by questions into the masthead get their responses back to
drugs were obtained from fam-
ily and friends, often from the Moody’s. health equity will ensure that decision mak- Dane County by April 30.
home medicine cabinet. WHEDA was created in Climb Out of the Darkness, ers consider their work through Dane County’s 2018 budget
1972 by the Wisconsin Leg- the world’s largest event raising the prism of equity,” Stubbs includes over $32 million for
Too often, unused prescrip-
tion drugs find their way into islature to address affordable awareness of pregnancy and language says. “In addition, these ques- adult mental health services. An
the wrong hands. That’s dan- housing needs. For more infor- postpartum mental health disor- DANE COUNTY–Looking tions will help us continue to additional $11.4 million is bud-
gerous and often tragic. That’s mation on WHEDA programs, ders, will hold a regional Climb “to ensure that government incorporate our values into our geted for mental health care for
why it was great to see thou- visit wheda.com or call 800- in Middleton will be held at works for all citizens,” the everyday work.” children. Included in these ef-
sands of folks from across the 334-6873. Common Ground on June 23 Dane County Board will soon In 2015, Dane County an- forts are Dane County’s School
country clean out their medicine at 9 a.m. include wording at the top of nounced a series of goals that Based Mental Health Teams,
cabinets and turn in - safely and Women and men from all its agendas asking how any included: Increasing racial eq- created by the Dane County
anonymously - a record amount The Great around the world, who are
survivors of postpartum de-
pending actions might impact
minority groups.
uity education; Increasing staff
diversity and inclusion; In-
Executive in 2014 as his most
significant policy initiative.
of prescription drugs.
The Cross Plains Prescrip-
tion Drug Take Back day pro-
Steps Walk pression (PPD), anxiety, OCD,
bipolar disorder, and psychosis
At its meeting on April 5, the
County Board approved creat-
creasing the learning platform
for supervisor and community
The program, started as a
pilot effort in Madison, Sun
Neurofibromatosis Midwest
vides an opportunity for you will walk, stroll or climb to- ing a new masthead that would on racial equity; Incorporating Prairie and Verona, has ex-
(NF Midwest), a 501(c)3 non
to do your part to prevent drug gether to symbolize their col- include questions such as: Who a racial equity template into panded to a total of nearly a
profit, along with local com-
addiction and overdose deaths. lective rise out of the darkness benefits? Who is burdened? committee agendas and bud- dozen Dane County school
munity volunteer leaders, will
It will take place Saturday, as well as to raise funds for Who does not have a voice at gets; Developing local and na- districts. These teams work in
host the annual Great Steps
April 28 at the Cross Plains Vil- Postpartum Support Interna- the table? How can policymak- tional partnerships to advance schools daily, helping hundreds
Walk 4NF beginning at Capi-
lage Police Department, 2417 tional (PSI), a nonprofit organi- ers mitigate unintended conse- racial equity. of kids each semester and are
tal Brewery in Middleton, on
W. Brewery Road, Cross Plains zation and online community of quences of their actions? Dane County has made prog- funded by a cost share between
May 19. The event will kick off
WI from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. support resources for women. Adding a so-called “racial ress on most of those goals and Dane County and local schools.
at 8:30 a.m. with registration
Members from the North- The events are unique from equity template” to official doc- the new masthead is a tangible The county’s share of funding
for all participants. The walk
west Dane Cares Coalition will other health walks because our uments will help policy makers example of the County Board’s in 2018 totals over $1 million
is approximately three and be-
be on site to hand out free Med- communities include the peo- keep those questions front and ongoing commitment to ad- for this program.
gins at 10 a.m. with “goodies”
icine Lock Boxes and Refriger- ple who have suffered from a center when considering reso- dressing racial inequality, says The county’s 2018 budget
passed out along the walk path.
ator Locks. mental health complication lutions, ordinance amendments, Board Chair Corrigan. also included $100,000 to help
At the conclusion of the walk,
along with doctors, therapists, budget amendments or other “We’re not just talking about fund Porchlight’s Safe Haven,
recognition will be awarded to
hospital administrators, re- action items. equity and inclusion, we’re a program that provides transi-
those raising the most money.
$115 million There will also be food, drinks,
searchers and other profession-
als walking arm in arm.
The move is the latest step in
the Board’s goals announced in
taking action that other com-
munities in Wisconsin and na-
tional housing and case man-
agement for those who suffer
fun characters, raffles and si-
This is the sixth annual 2015 following the first racial
in bonds for lent auction, featuring a broad
assortment of prizes after the
Climb Out of the Darkness, equity analysis of all county
tionwide can use as an example
of good government,” she says.
from mental illness to stabilize
their living situation and reduce
held around the longest day of operations. homelessness.
affordable walk.
Even though NF is more
the year to shine the most pos- “We’ve made some excellent
sible light on maternal mental progress already in advancing
housing prevalent than cystic fibrosis,
Duchenne muscular dystrophy
illness.
Participants must register
these goals and adding racial
equity wording into all our
Mental
The Wisconsin Housing and Huntington’s disease com-
and Economic Development
Authority (WHEDA) has is-
bined, many have never heard
prior to the event at https://
climb-out-2018.causevox.com/
deliberations will help move
the discussion forward even
health Danz family
of NF until it affects someone
team/MadisonWI. Sponsor- faster,” says County Board
sued $115 million of Home
Ownership Revenue Bonds
they love. It is a genetic dis-
order of the nervous system
ships from local businesses Chair Sharon Corrigan of Mid- access reunion
are also being accepted. Please dleton. Danz Family Reunion
that will be used to fund Fan-
nie Mae mortgage-backed se-
that affects approximately 1 in
2,500 people of all races and
contact local Climb Leader, Kat By adding a racial equity study to be Held in August
All family members of the
curities created with WHEDA Schuknecht, at 608-217-3034, template to it agendas, Dane DANE COUNTY–Joe Pa-
both sexes equally. In simple August and Tena (Olson)
first-time home buyer mortgag- or kat@yourvillagemadison. County joins other communi- risi, Dane County Executive,
terms, it causes tumors to form Danz family are invited to
es. Proceeds are expected to be com for more information on ties such as Seattle, Portland, has announced the county is
spontaneously on any nerve “save the date” and attend
spent before April 30, during sponsorships that will help sup- Austin and St. Paul in putting seeking partners to conduct a
endings. Unfortunately, it is a a family reunion on August
the heart of the annual spring port the climb. key questions front and center. community study on the ac-
progressive disorder and cur- 19 at Cross Plains Legion
home buying season. Money raised by the climb “Congratulations to Dane cessibility of mental health
rently there is no cure. Since Hall, 2217 American Legion
“I’m excited about the will support PSI goals to pro- County for the legislation just services. This analysis will be
awareness is low, relative to Drive in Cross Plains.
bonding because this accounts vide funds to local groups passed,” says Julie Nelson, di- the most comprehensive review
funding for a cure needs to be The event will be held
for the underlying source of and organizations, provide rector of the Government Al- to date of existing public and
dramatically increased. from 12-4 p.m., with a
funding for our first-time home low-cost training in perinatal liance on Race and Equity private mental health services
To register, volunteer or potluck beginning at 12:30
buyer loans in addition to some mood disorders for provid- (GARE) which has been work- available in our community. It
donate visit the event website: p.m. Those attending are
down payment assistance,” ers in underserved areas, train ing with officials here for over is aimed at identifying potential
nfmidwest.rallybound.org/4nf- asked to bring a dish to pass
said WHEDA Executive Di- law enforcement and legal ex- four years. “Incorporating gaps while evaluating whether
madison and their own table service.
School News
“I’m grateful to the commu- reers. Not only did they learn Dalton and Gia Shah, qualified computer science. When the
SCHOOL NOTES nity for their support and look
forward to continued collabo-
about careers but they worked
on their public speaking and
for Global Finals in Knoxville,
Tenn. on May 23-26.
operator of Zoltar places a coin
into the fortune teller, Zoltar
ration with MCPASD residents, presentation practice. DI ACES team took third turns his head, speaks, waves
staff and administration to en- Eighth-graders spent spent place in the Service Learning his hand over a crystal ball and
Roach and During the school year,
teachers have been tossing old, hance educational outcomes for
all students,’’ Bauer said.
46 minutes on Feb. 22 pre-
senting to younger Kromrey
Challenge at the Destination
Imagination state tournament.
proceeds to create a “water vor-
tex” that rises up from the bot-
dried-up markers in a desig-
Kim earn nated box for eventual recy-
cling. A portion of them was
Bauer was elected to her
third term, while Hyland and
students using interactive ac-
tivities and visuals. Fifth- and
The team, comprised of MHS
ninth-graders Calvin Slinde,
tom of the wishing well causing
a simple yet dramatic disap-
Yu were elected to their second sixth-graders were allowed to Sohail Shaik, Arber Jonuzi, pearing effect. Team choice
recognition rescued for the contest.
“It’s amazing to see how terms. They will be sworn in pick which presentations they and Poojha Prabaharasundar, elements were the wishing well
MHS sophomore Ella Roach at the next regular meeting on heard and which boards to also qualified for Global Finals. and storybook.
many markers our classrooms
and junior Mia Kim won Scho- Monday, April 23. check out. Derren Slinde is the manager The requirements of this
use in a school year,” librarian
lastic Art and Writing Midwest There are nine members who “Interactive presentations for each team. year’s Service Learning ‘Inside
Ann O’Rourke observed. “I’m
Regional Awards recently. make up the Board of Educa- are a great way to learn,’’ said Charlie Committed the Impact’ Challenge that DI Aces
guessing…well, I really don’t
Roach was awarded a Gold tion and each year three seats eighth-grader Erin Schleusner, Crime chose the Scientific ‘Un- participated in are to choose a
want to give away my contest
Key for her short story, “Glass.” are up for election. Citizens re- the author of this story. “Many likely Attraction’ Challenge, community need, then plan
entry, so we’ll just say lots and
Kim won a Silver Key for her siding in the areas are invited to times students who are able to which is one of six open-ended and carry out a project that ad-
lots!”
short story, “Normal” along run for the Board of Education touch and participate get more challenges that require students dresses that need. Teams are to
So how many markers are
with honorable mention for her for a three-year term. out of it than sitting and listen- to apply science, technology, create a live presentation using
in the tank? Good question. A
flash fiction story, “Crickets.” ing.’’ engineering, and math (STEM), artistic and theatrical tech-
group of fourth-graders will
Roach was recognized at a She note eighth-graders re- in addition to improvisation, niques to portray the project
soon count them. Winners will
ceremony in Iowa recently. As
a Gold Key recipient, her short
be announced later this month. Preparing ceived lots of positive com-
ments from students.
theater arts, writing, project
management, communication,
plan. They must also design and
create a cache storage device,
Prizes include certificates for
story was advanced to the na-
tional competition, where it
free books at the Scholastic
book fair to be held in May.
students for Eighth-grader Emma Judd
said younger students were
innovation, teamwork and com-
munity service. The require-
which will contain everything
the team will use for the presen-
has already received a medal, excited and interested in what ments of this year’s challenge tation. The cache storage device
MHS English teacher Jenni-
fer Mathison-Ohly said. That
And a huge thanks to MHS
staff member Tara Bradford the future they had to say. “Fifth- and are to research and explore must visibly transform during
for loaning the aquarium. The following story was sixth-grade participants learned scientific concepts used in the the presentation showing the
places Roach’s work in the top written by eighth-grader Erin so much from the eighth-grad- operation of amusement park progression of the project from
-- By Tom Kobinsky
1 percent of art and writing sub- Schleusner as part of a literacy ers and had a great time.’’ attractions, design and build plan through implementation.
mitted in 2018. course by Jean Holman at Kro- Added fifth-grader Rita an attraction that operates live Teams must also create info-
Last fall and winter, students mrey: Vavilov, Ÿou know you are during their presentation, create graphics depicting the quali-
in grades 7-12 from across the
country and places abroad sub- Incumbents The community room at Kro-
mrey Middle School looked
working but you think you are
playing.¨
and present a story that features
an attraction operating in an un-
tative and/or quantitative data
collected by the team about the
mitted nearly 350,000 works much different than usual on Swanson was thrilled with likely location, and visibly and community need. Team choice
of art and writing to the 2018
Scholastic Art & Writing
re-elected Feb. 22 as eighth-grade stu-
dents presented career options
how the events turned out.
“Future Quest was a great
audibly represent the unlikely
location. Two team choice ele-
elements were 1) a giant iPhone
and 2) a unique interpretative
Awards. Almost 19,600 works
earned regional Gold Keys and
in Spring to fifth- and sixth-graders at the
school at Kromrey’s inaugural
experience for everyone in-
volved,’’ she said Students got
ments are required as well that
showcase the team’s interests,
clarinet version of Songbird.
The final competitive el-
advanced to national adjudica-
tion in New York City. Election Future Quest. The careers pre-
sented ranged from photogra-
to learn more about careers and
practice presentation skills.
strengths, and talents.
Their story is about a dwarf’s
ement at tournaments is the
‘Instant Challenge’. Team
National medal winners, in- Anne Bauer, Sean Hyland phers to surgeons. Fifth- and sixth-grade students journey of self-discovery and members are presented a chal-
cluding Roach, will be invited and Linda Yu were re-elected District eighth-graders had a got to see a plethora of career the importance of being true to lenge, oftentimes with mate-
to a ceremony at Carnegie Hall to the Middleton-Cross Plains very similar experience on Dec. options. ... The best part was yourself. The dwarf worked in rials, that they must solve in a
on June 7. Area School District Board of 6 at a regional Future Quest at seeing the students do such a a carnival where he was bul- short period of time (usually 5
Student winners were identi- Education on Tuesday. the Alliant Energy Center in great job presenting and taking lied by Zoltar, a fortune teller. minutes). Teams are required
fied by panels of creative pro- Hyland ran unopposed in Madison. Approximately 5,300 ownership of their work. They To Zoltar’s surprise, the dwarf to engage in quick, creative and
fessionals as the most talented Area II, which includes the eighth-grade students from the had a large challenge and met was actually a leprechaun critical thinking. Appraisers as-
young artists and writers in the Village of Cross Plains. He re- Madison area spent their time it and most exceeded that chal- named Lucky. Lucky became sess the team’s performance on
nation. ceived 6,031 votes out of 6,084 listening and interacting with lenge. It was so fun”. so angry that he put a curse on the team challenge (including
Since 1923, the Awards have votes cast. The results are unof- presenters in all 16 career clus- Zoltar, transforming him into the ‘team choice elements’) and
recognized creative teen-agers ficial until absentee and provi- ters. Students spent around 40 a machine and sending him to instant challenge to determine
from across the country. Past
winners include Andy Warhol,
sional ballots are also counted
later this week.
minutes at each station. These
presentations were part of the
DECA a far away land. Lucky left the
carnival using a magic rainbow
awards and placement.
This year, 150,000 students
“I am grateful for the support
Sylvia Plath, Truman Capote,
Robert Redford, Joyce Carol from our community and I am
course Academic and Career
Planning (ACP). ACP is in- competition to teleport to a new land, where
he came upon a village. The
have participated in tourna-
ments throughout the United
Oates, and the renowned thrilled to be able to continue to tended to equip children with villagers welcomed him but States and 30 countries in hopes
author and illustrator who
will receive the Alumni
partner with my fellow school
board members on the cur-
the tools they need to make results he soon discovered that people of earning a spot at the Global
choices about their futures. Two teams comprised of were mysteriously disappearing Finals. More than 1,400 teams
Achievement Award this year, rent initiatives and long-term Kromrey has offered the course District students competed ad near the village wishing well. will compete at Global Finals,
Marc Brown. plans,” Hyland said. for more than five years and it is the Destination Imagination At the bottom of the wishing the world’s largest celebration
Yu, who currently serves taught by MacKenzie Swanson. state tournament at UW-Ste- well was none other than Zoltar of student creativity.
as the Board’s treasurer, ran Students in ACP look at fu- vens Point on March 24 and the fortune teller. Destination Imagination
Sauk Trail unopposed in Area IV, which
includes the City of Middle-
ture careers, colleges, and re-
al-life financial situations.
qualified for Global Finals later
this year.
Zoltar was not telling for-
tunes, however. Instead, he
(DI) is a cause-driven, volun-
teer-led non-profit organization
contest ton, Town of Westport and the
Town of Middleton. She re-
Students spent about three
weeks preparing for their own
Charlie Committed the
Crime team took first place
was luring villagers down the
well where he collected their
dedicated to teaching students
the creative process through
To support the values of good ceived 6,071 votes out of 6,122 Future Quest event. They could out of 17 teams in the Scien- souls and trapped them onto STEM (science, technology,
citizenship and playing fair, votes cast. choose any career and worked tific Challenge and also won inter-dimensional soul cards. engineering and mathematics),
Sauk Trail recently launched a “It’s an honor to be allowed on in and out of class. They the Instant Challenge at the DI Lucky courageously rescued the arts and service learning
unique contest, open to all stu- to serve on the Board of Edu- included information about the state tournament. The team was the villagers. The wishing well Challenges. With more than 30
dents and staff: try to guessti- cation,’’ Yu said. “We have so salary, job description, educa- also awarded the Renaissance collapsed onto Zoltar, trapping years experience, DI is a leader
mate how many old markers are much to be proud of, but there tion and working conditions of Award, which is given to teams him at the bottom of the well in project-based learning and
crammed into a fish aquarium. are challenges, too. I look for- their career. who demonstrate outstanding forever. To accomplish the has helped more than 1.5 mil-
The friendly competition in- ward working together with the Presenters learned mounds of design, engineering, execution, “trapping of souls onto soul lion kids tap into their creativity
tegrates counting and estimat- wonderful people we have in new information while partici- and performance. The team, cards”effect, the Zoltar for- and learn the skills they need to
ing, plus it encourages students our District to overcome these pating in this project. They had comprised of Glacier Creek tune teller attraction uses three build successful careers in the
to work together comparing challenges.’’ the opportunity to look deeper sixth-graders Eric Ma, Corbin main scientific concepts: lever/ ever-changing 21st century
their guesses and rationale. Bauer ran against Bartlett into their possible future ca- Slinde, Clay Kreimeier, Jack leverage, kinetic energy, and economy.
But it goes beyond the math Durand in Area V, which is the
lesson to reinforce valuable life Central area and is bordered by
skills. Evergreen Road and extends
“One of our themes of en- north to Schneider Road and
couraging camaraderie this year Pleasant View Road on the
at Sauk Trail is ‘We Play Fair,’ east; Enchanted Valley Road
” guidance counselor Mary Ad- extending south on the west
amavich said. “Our staff works end; Schneider Road and En-
together to reinforce the hope chanted Valley Road extending •Residential
that all students play fair, not west to County Highway P on •Commerical
only on the playground and the north; and Old Sauk Road
gym, but in the classroom and on the south. She received •Industrial
108 South 4th Street, Mount Horeb
throughout life itself. This fun 5,645 votes (79.7 percent), "Superb products, talented staff and exceptional services"
1 block south of Main St. behind the Lutheran Church
contest reinforces those val- while Durand received 1,397 608-636-4766 • www.foreverdolls.com • Open T-Sat 10-5 495 W. Madison Street, Spring Green
ues.” votes (19.7 percent). 608-588-ASAP (2727) • www.asaphvacr.com
Church Women United to OPTIMIST NEWS

Celebrate May Friendship Day
MADISON–Church Women United (CWU)
invites you to their annual meeting, catered lunch
and May Friendship Day Celebration on May 4
check for $8. to Marleen Lippert at 6329 Scandia
Lane, McFarland, WI 53558 by April 29.
Church Women United is a racially, culturally,
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Gold, Stephanie D, 35,
WI 53711
Keehn, Nichole L, 38, Theft,
holic Beverages, 10/01/2017,
$187.00, Middleton, WI 53562
Operating while Suspended, 01/17/2017, $313.00, Madison, Mcgowan Sr, Andre M, 39,
Finding Date: 10/01/2017 Operating while Suspended, Christian, Alexandra W, 43, 09/17/2017, $124.00, Stough- WI 53711 Exceeding Zones and Posted
through 10/31/2017 09/27/2017, $124.00, Middle- Vehicle Registration Revoked/ ton, WI 53589 Kienitz, Kylee J, 22, Inat- Limits, 09/21/2017, $124.00,
Allison, Casey M, 36, Im- ton, WI 53562 Suspended/Cancel, 08/30/2017, Gonzalez Pacheco, Jose A, tentive Driving, 09/27/2017, Middleton, WI 53562
proper Turn Into Driveway/Pri- Bradley-Bartleson, Alexan- $38.00, Fitchburg, WI 53711 24, Operating while Suspended, $111.40, Madison, WI 53705 Mehrhoff, Michael C, 40,
vate Road, 09/23/2017, $98.80, der F, 18, Disorderly Conduct, Clerkin, Michael A, 58, 09/15/2017, $124.00, Madison, Kinderman, Bette L, 53, Non Registration, 09/01/2017,
Middleton, WI 53562 09/26/2017, $250.00, Cross Non Registration, 09/11/2017, WI 53713 FTS/Improper Stop at Stop $38.00, Brodhead, WI 53520
Alvarez, Jose L, 46, Operat- Plains, WI 53528 $98.80, Dodgeville, WI 53533 Gonzalez Pacheco, Jose A, Sign, 09/13/2017, $98.80, Mad- Miller, Kayleigh J, 18, Pos-
ing vehicle without insurance, Brancel, Gary R, 59, Method Collins, David T, 21, Op- 24, Failure to Keep Vehicle ison, WI 53717 session of Controlled Sub-
10/04/2017, $38.00, Monona, of Giving Signals, 10/02/2017, erating While Suspended, Under Control, 09/15/2017, Klepper, Dawn M, 52, Ex- stance, 08/17/2017, $187.00,
WI 53716 $98.80, Middleton, WI 53562 10/01/2017, $124.00, Madison, $136.60, Madison, WI 53713 ceeding Zones and Posted Lim- Madison, WI 53714 1102
Anderson, Michael J, 41, Branch, Antanisha R, 20, WI 53716 Gooden, Ladarrian C, 25, its, 08/14/2017, $98.80, Prairie Mitchell, Demetrius L, 26,
Operating after revocation, Operating while Suspended, Cooper, Jennifer D, 35, Op- Failure to Obey Sign/Signal, Du Sac, WI 53578 Operating while Suspended,
10/02/2017, $124.00, Madison, 09/15/2017, $124.00, Madison, erating With/PAC, 09/10/2017, 09/27/2017, $98.80, Middleton, Koenig, Karla L, 63, Ob- 09/16/2017, $124.00, Fitch-
WI 53703 WI 53704 $0.00, Villa Park, IL 60181 WI 53562 structing Traffic, 09/25/2017, burg, WI 53713
Anderson, Michael J, 41, Branch, Antanisha R, 20, Cooper, Jennifer D, 35, Granby, Gregory P, 50, $98.80, Waunakee, WI 53597 Moen, Brenda L, 43, Non
FYR to Pedestrian/Bicy- Seatbelt Required Oper/Pass, Operating While Intoxicated, Method of Giving Signals, Koepplinger, Aida C, 43, Registration, 09/11/2017,
clist/EPAMD at Controll, 09/15/2017, $10.00, Madison, 09/10/2017, $861.00, Villa 09/18/2017, $98.80, Mc Far- Operating While Intoxicated, $98.80, Middleton, WI 53562
10/02/2017, $98.80, Madison, WI 53704 Park, IL 60181 land, WI 53558 08/07/2017, $861.00, Rich- Money, Stevie JR, 30, Pos-
WI 53703 Braucht, Scott A, 59, Auto Crawmer, Jei L, 22, FTS/ Guevara, Stephanie A, 27, mond, TX 77407 session of Controlled Sub-
Aranda, Jose De Jesus, 27, Following Too Closely, Improper Stop at Stop Sign, Operating after revocation, Koepplinger, Aida C, 43, Op- stance, 09/23/2017, $187.00,
Operating while Suspended, 09/19/2017, $124.00, Madison, 09/28/2017, $98.80, Middleton, 09/15/2017, $124.00, Middle- erating With/PAC, 08/07/2017, Monona, WI 53716
09/21/2017, $124.00, Madison, WI 53719 WI 53562 ton, WI 53562 $0.00, Richmond, TX 77407 Morales Colon, Edwin D, 21,
WI 53705 Braun, Elizabeth A, 28, De- Cruz, Kiara J, 19, Non Reg- Gutierrez Chacon, Lucia, 39, Laufenberg, Steve W, 47, Exceeding Zones and Posted
Ash, Marisha L, 24, Exceed- viation from Designated Lane, istration, 10/03/2017, $38.00, Exceeding Zones and Posted Exceeding Zones and Posted Limits, 10/01/2017, $174.40,
ing Zones and Posted Limits, 09/19/2017, $0.00, Fitchburg, Middleton, WI 53562 Limits, 09/15/2017, $149.20, Limits, 09/12/2017, $124.00, Middleton, WI 53562
09/30/2017, $218.50, Madison, WI 53719 Dammann, Bruce E, 59, Middleton, WI 53562 Cross Plains, WI 53528 Mosby, Christopher K, 40,
WI 53705 Braun, Elizabeth A, 28, Exceeding Zones and Posted Hamann, Richard A, 86, FYR Lavely, Alexander B, 26, Exceeding Zones and Posted
Austin, Amy C, 26, Op- Operating While Intoxicated, Limits, 09/09/2017, $187.00, From Stop Sign, 09/14/2017, Failure to Apply for a Transfer Limits, 09/22/2017, $124.00,
erating While Intoxicated, 09/19/2017, $911.00, Fitch- Middleton, WI 53562 $98.80, Middleton, WI 53562 of Title, 09/12/2017, $98.80, Fitchburg, WI 53713
07/25/2017, $911.00, Madison, burg, WI 53719 Danz, Andrew E, 23, Ex- Hatfield, Jeremy L, 36, Madison, WI 53705 Mosby, Christopher K, 40,
WI 53704 Braun, Elizabeth A, 28, Op- ceeding Zones and Posted Lim- Auto Following Too Closely, Lavely, Alexander B, 26, Operating after revocation,
Austin, Amy C, 26, Oper- erating With/PAC, 09/19/2017, its, 09/15/2017, $98.80, Cross 09/29/2017, $124.00, Stough- Display Unauthorized Regis- 09/22/2017, $124.00, Fitch-
ating With/PAC, 07/25/2017, $0.00, Fitchburg, WI 53719 Plains, WI 53528 ton, WI 53589 tration Plates/Tags, 09/12/2017, burg, WI 53713
$0.00, Madison, WI 53704 Bray, Michael A, 34, Ex- Dawson, Amber E, 29, Non Hildner, Richard D, 37, $161.80, Madison, WI 53705 Nelson, Keenan D, 25,
Austin, Amy C, 26, Devi- ceeding Zones and Posted Registration, 09/27/2017, FYR to Pedestrian/Bicy- Lehrke, Heidi L, 51, Exceed- Operating while Suspended,
ation from Designated Lane, Limits, 07/18/2017, $0.00, $38.00, Middleton, WI 53562 clist/EPAMD at Uncontro, ing Zones and Posted Limits, 09/20/2017, $124.00, Madison,
07/25/2017, $0.00, Madison, Mosinee, WI 54455 Disney, Susan J, 66, Ob- 09/15/2017, $250.00, Madison, 09/15/2017, $149.20, Dane, WI 53704
WI 53704 Bray, Michael A, 34, Op- structing Traffic, 09/14/2017, WI 53726 WI 53529 Newsome, Savan S, 51, Op-
Bartholow, Timothy Lisle, erating While Intoxicated, $98.80, Baraboo, WI 53913 Hill, Jairod J, 24, Operating Little, David R, 53, Ob- erating w/o a Valid Driver’s
55, Exceeding Zones and 07/18/2017, $861.00, Mosinee, Drewes, Lori A, 52, Exceed- while Suspended, 09/18/2017, structing Traffic, 09/18/2017, License, 09/21/2017, $124.00,
Posted Limits, 09/14/2017, WI 54455 ing Zones and Posted Limits, $124.00, Madison, WI 53713 $124.00, Middleton, WI 53562 Madison, WI 53705
$124.00, Madison, WI 53704 Bray, Michael A, 34, Oper- 09/30/2017, $98.80, Mc Far- Hofheinz, Frederick H, 50, Lizardi, Angel L, 26, Op- Norsetter, Kellee K, 53,
Batiya, Anand M, 20, Ex- ating With/PAC, 07/18/2017, land, WI 53558 Exceeding Zones and Posted erating while Suspended, Operating after revocation,
ceeding Zones and Posted $0.00, Mosinee, WI 54455 Emmanuel, Bettye R, 32, Limits, 09/28/2017, $149.20, 09/30/2017, $124.00, Blue 10/02/2017, $313.00, Madison,
Limits, 09/12/2017, $98.80, Bruecken, Joshua P, 28, In- Non Registration, 09/26/2017, Winchester, MA 01890 Mounds, WI 53517 WI 53704
Middleton, WI 53562 attentive Driving, 09/12/2017, $98.80, Madison, WI 53719 Hopkins, Andrea L, 48, Lopez, Veronica, 44, Ex- Olson, Caleb Darren, 23,
Bawden, Rachel A, 49, Ex- $111.40, Monona, WI 53716 Esquivel Baez, Alfredo, 40, Non Registration, 09/27/2017, ceeding Zones and Posted Lim- Operating while Suspended,
ceeding Zones and Posted Caldwell, Tanner C, 25, Operating w/o a Valid Driver’s $98.00, Madison, WI 53703 its, 09/11/2017, $187.00, North 09/27/2017, $124.00, Madison,
Limits, 09/10/2017, $98.80, Possession of Controlled Sub- License, 09/14/2017, $124.00, Iljazi, Lluiza I, 23, Motor Freedom, WI 53951 WI 53719
Fitchburg, WI 53711 stance, 09/28/2017, $187.00, Fitchburg, WI 53711 vehicle liability insurance re- Lowery, Nathaniel M, 24, Olson, Kelli K, 24, Ob-
Beyer, Emily E, 18, Under- Madison, WI 53719 Farmer, Iracema P, 30, Non quired, 09/16/2017, $10.00, Operating after revocation, structing Traffic, 09/28/2017,
age Consume/Possess Alco- Cameron, Courtney L, 26, Registration, 09/18/2017, Madison, WI 53719 10/03/2017, $124.00, Madison, $124.00, Middleton, WI 53562
holic Beverages, 09/18/2017, Failure to Keep Vehicle Under $98.80, Middleton, WI 53562 Jahnke, Sally J, 57, FYR WI 53719 Oshea, Eileen A, 60, Exceed-
$313.00, Madison, WI 53719 Control, 09/12/2017, $136.60, Farsalas, Sarah R, 43, Ex- while Making Left Turn, Macias, Oscar, 22, Operating ing Zones and Posted Limits,
Blair, Brandon A, 23, Pos- Madison, WI 53704 ceeding Zones and Posted 09/11/2017, $98.80, Milton, after revocation, 10/06/2017, 09/30/2017, $124.00, Middle-
session of Controlled Sub- Carter, William Aaron, 28, Limits, 09/11/2017, $98.80, WI 53563 $124.00, Waunakee, WI 53597 ton, WI 53562
stance, 05/27/2017, $0.00, Vehicle Registration Revoked/ Naperville, IL 60563 Jeschke, Heather B, 34, FTS/ Mack, Scott A, 55, Operating Parker, Mary G, 28, Op-
Madison, WI 53717 Suspended/Cancel, 09/22/2017, Fields, Ryan A, 34, FTS/ Improper Stop at Stop Sign, w/o a Valid Driver’s License, erating while Suspended,
Blair, Brandon A, 23, Traffic $98.80, Madison, WI 53714 Improper Stop at Stop Sign, 09/13/2017, $98.80, Middleton, 09/14/2017, $124.00, Middle- 09/12/2017, $124.00, Madison,
Control Signal Violation red, Chandler, James B, 39, Ex- 09/16/2017, $98.80, Middleton, WI 53597 ton, WI 53562 WI 53704
05/27/2017, $0.00, Madison, ceeding Zones and Posted WI 53562 Jewell, Franklin C, ฀฀57, Ex- Martin, ฀฀Meghann K, 37, ฀฀
Patterson, Shannon D,
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WI 53717 Limits, 09/28/2017, $98.80, Fuhrmann, William T, 49, ceeding Zones and Posted Auto Following Too Closely, 30, Operating With/PAC,
Blair, Brandon A, 23, Oper- Middleton, WI 53562 Exceeding Zones and Posted Limits, 09/11/2017, $98.80, 09/19/2017, $124.00, Wauna- 02/15/2017, $0.00, Black Earth,
ating With/PAC, 05/27/2017, Chehade Duran, Natalia, 43, Limits, 08/18/2017, $98.80, Madison, WI 53705 kee, WI 53597 WI 53515
$0.00, Madison, WI 53717 Non Registration, 09/26/2017, Waunakee, WI 53597 Johnson, John T, 66, Inat- Mc Cauley, Stephen J, 54, Patterson, Shannon D, 30,
Boateng, Sampson, 29, $38.00, Madison, WI 53705 Garbi, Rebecca C, 20, Inat- tentive Driving, 09/20/2017, Ownr’s liability fail to stop Operating While Intoxicated,
tentive Driving, 09/07/2017, $111.40, Verona, WI 53593 after accident, 09/08/2017, 02/15/2017, $861.00, Black
$111.40, Spring Green, WI Kallenbach, Keeferalexander $691.00, Waunakee, WI 53597 Earth, WI 53515
53588 James, 24, Exceeding Zones Mc Mahon, Jane E, 51, Ex- Perez Pineda, Giovanni, 19,
WEEKLY Givens, Phillip B, 34, Motor and Posted Limits, 09/16/2017, ceeding Zones and Posted Possession of Drug Parapher-
vehicle liability insurance re- $98.80, Madison, WI 53717 Limits, 06/24/2017, $98.80, nalia, 09/22/2017, $98.80, Mid-
Kay, Theodore T, 53, Method Poynette, WI 53955 dleton, WI 53562
TIP! quired, 09/21/2017, $10.00,
Madison, WI 53704 of Giving Signals, 08/29/2017, Mccord, Pamela S, 59, Perez Pineda, Giovanni, 19,
Fidgeting May Have Goetz, Lacey A, 33, Non $124.00, Middleton, WI 53562 Seatbelt Required Oper/Pass, Exceeding Zones and Posted
Benefits Keehn, Nichole L, 38, Theft, 09/13/2017, $10.00, Middleton, Limits, 09/22/2017, $98.80,
Fidgeting may help offset the 01/04/2017, $313.00, Madison, WI 53562 Middleton, WI 53562
negative effects of prolonged sitting, WI 53711 McGhee, Benjamin S, 28, Peterson, Emma Lee, 24,
one of which may be a decrease in Keehn, Nichole L, 38, Theft, Operating While Suspended, Seatbelt Required Oper/Pass,
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Local student has artwork
WI 53562
Pippin, Hayley M, 25,
Seatbelt Required Oper/Pass,
09/13/2017, $10.00, Cross
tration, 09/19/2017, $98.80,
Madison, WI 53717
Spennetta, Tami L, 49, Ex-
ceeding Zones and Posted
published in ‘Highlights’
Plains, WI 53528 Limits, 07/17/2017, $98.80,
Pluimer, Jay E, 47, Obstruct- Middleton, WI 53562
ing Traffic, 09/03/2017, $98.80, Sripolnok, Sutthiphong, 17,
Minneapolis, MN 55416 Possession of Controlled Sub-
Poehlman, Anita B, 79, stance, 09/30/2017, $187.00,
HR Unattended Vehicle, Waunakee, WI 53597
09/25/2017, $187.00, Middle- Statz, Brett T, 22, Exceed-
ton, WI 53562 ing Zones and Posted Limits,
Pophal, Amy O, 52, Traffic 09/09/2017, $187.00, Wauna-
Control Signal Violation red, kee, WI 53597
09/27/2017, $98.80, Middleton, Sturtz, Derek A, 24, Exceed-
WI 53562 ing Zones and Posted Limits,
Reyes Martinez, Laura, 36, 09/21/2017, $149.20, Black
Operating w/o a Valid Driver’s Earth, WI 53515
License, 08/24/2017, $98.80, Sweitzer, Casie Z, 26, Seat-
Madison, WI 53711 belt Required Oper/Pass,
Rincon-Hernandez, Jorge 09/13/2017, $10.00, Cross
A, 29, Exceeding Zones and Plains, WI 53528
Posted Limits, 09/30/2017, Taylor, Jonathan J, 27,
$124.00, Madison, WI 53713 Operating while Suspended,
Rook, Sharon L, 71, Ob- 09/21/2017, $124.00, Madison,
structing Traffic, 10/05/2017, WI 53714
$98.80, Waunakee, WI 53597 Tms Investments,, Ob-
Rosales Evangelista, Mar- struction/Encroachments,
len, 29, Operating w/o a Valid 08/02/2017, $98.80, Verona,
Driver’s License, 09/15/2017, WI 53593
$124.00, Madison, WI 53713 Tms Investments,, Zoning
Rosas, Lucy A, 19, FYR Code Violation, 08/02/2017, Times-Tribune photo by Michelle Phillips
From Stop Sign, 09/21/2017, $98.80, Verona, WI 53593 Left: Shay Roy-Lewis, 10, had a drawing published in the April 2018 issue of Highlights children’s magazine; Right: The
$98.80, Sun Prairie, WI 53590 Trumm, Kyle J, 28, Inat- drawing Farm Girl, by Shay Roy-Lewis, a fourth grade Middleton student, was chosen for publication in Highlights magazine.
Rosas, Lucy A, 19, Operating tentive Driving, 09/23/2017,
while Suspended, 09/21/2017, $111.40, Blue River, WI 53518
$124.00, Sun Prairie, WI 53590 Twieg, Alexander J, 18, BY MICHELLE PHILLIPS fruit. The 10-year-old revealed and sell elephant themed items was really excited about it.”
Roscoe, Bryce D, 30, Pos- Possession of Controlled Sub- Times-Tribune that she came up with the idea so she can donate the money Her mother, Nina Roy,
session of Drug Paraphernalia, stance, 09/30/2017, $187.00, for the drawing because she has to an elephant sanctuary. added, “Her teacher, Karen
09/20/2017, $187.00, Madison, Deforest, WI 53532 been reading the Little House “I love elephants. Instead Close, is very inspiring.”
WI 53711 Utter, Terrance J, 68, Failure Shay Roy-Lewis was de- book series and loves that time of gifts I asked for donations Shay’s talent is not limited
Saldana Ortega, Jessica, 27, to Stop For Flashing Red Sig- termined, determined to in history. Adding that she likes to an elephant sanctuary for to drawing, and she recently
Operating w/o a Valid Driver’s nal, 05/31/2017, $0.00, Middle- get published in the chil- to read about the lifestyle of peo- my birthday,” she stated. submitted her writing to the
License, 09/21/2017, $124.00, ton, WI 53562 dren’s magazine, Highlights. ple in the 1800s and learn about As for the Highlights contest, Kentucky Education Televi-
Middleton, WI 53562 Utter, Terrance J, 68, Op- The Middleton fourth grader all the things they used to do. she doesn’t think people realize sion Young Writers Contest.
Sanders, Lee A, 28, Non erating While Intoxicated, had submitted artwork and po- She also draws inspiration how special getting published in She isn’t giving up on
05/31/2017, $861.00, Middle- etry several times and a draw- from other artwork and is now the magazine is because they get Highlights, though, “I do
Registration, 09/18/2017,
ing she sent last summer, finally dabbling in Magna style and re- thousands of pieces of art each want to try again to see what
$98.80, Madison, WI 53713 ton, WI 53562
made the cut. “I have sent art- alistic types of drawing. On a re- year. Approximately 20 draw- else I can do,” she concluded.
Schiefelbein, Anthony S, Vang, Julie, 21, Operating
work 15 or 20, times” Shay cent trip to Paris she was moved ings are chosen each month, Shay is the daughter of Nina
19, FYR when Emerging From while Suspended, 10/05/2017,
said, “and some poems, too.” by a painting of elephants, her along with a handful of poems. Roy and William Lewis, and
Alley, 09/29/2017, $98.80, $124.00, Madison, WI 53715
The drawing called Farm favorite animal, at the Musee Shay said she found out her has one older brother, Logan.
Janesville, WI 53545 Volkema, Angel M, 19, Girl is the depiction of a girl in d’Orsay. As a Girl Scout proj- art would be published about
Schleis, Austin D, 19, Method of Giving Signals, a dress and hat with a basket of ect Shay is planning to crate a month ago. “My teacher
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ceeding Zones and Posted 09/26/2017, $98.80, Middleton,
Limits, 09/30/2017, $124.00, WI 53562
Verona, WI 53593 White, Carlos D JR, 27, Op-
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governments to growth in new Construction, Forum research- limits have had on munic- what by “floors” in the state’s achieving the statewide av- struction, is available now
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were relatively strong. Now, 12 trends across Wisconsin and The new report finds that in 2006 and 2007, in municipali- 20 percent of municipalities
years later, according to a new analyze factors that may be the year levy limits were enact- ties and counties that experi- statewide experienced growth
report by the Wisconsin Policy contributing to growth or de- ed, the statewide rate of new enced new construction rates of of 2 percent in 2017, while
Forum, that is not the case, in cline. The report is the first in construction was 2.8 percent, less than 2 percent, levies still only 28 percent achieved
The
A Division of Buckley
while in the five prior years
it averaged between 2.5 per-
cent and 2.8 percent. In con-
could increase by up to that
amount. The floor was changed
to 3.86 percent in 2008, 2.0
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In addition to exploring
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Lost dogs
trast, by 2008, after the state percent in 2009, and 3.0 per- struction growth and differ- On April 23, the U.S. will
Estate Tree Care Specialists had entered into recession, the cent in both 2010 and 2011. ences among smaller and celebrate its fifth annual Na-
• Emerald Ash Border Treatments statewide new construction However, beginning in larger communities, Forum tional Lost Dog Awareness
rate dropped to less than 2.0 2012 and continuing to to- researchers explored some Day (NLDAD). This ca-
percent, and three years lat- day, the floor was eliminated, of the factors that may influ-
• Insect and Disease Diagnosis and Control
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• Pruning, Removal, Stump Grinding, Cabling
er it was just 0.7 percent. An- meaning that counties and ence new construction. The was created by Lost Dogs of
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since then, but the 1.6 percent rate of new construction with cities and villages had easy missing from their homes, each
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growth rates enjoyed in the there are significant variations achieving at least 1.5 percent them.
growth during 2012-17 creat- In the world of animal advo-
cacy, adoption efforts of home-
less dogs in shelters and rescues
are the focuses of the group.
CHURCH NOTES National Lost Dog Awareness
Day places a new focus on lost
Gateway Community Church pets and reminds the public
Pastor Paul Lundgren that “Not All Stray Dogs Are
3510 High Road, Middleton Homeless”. An estimated 40
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Connecting Faith and Life helped reunited over 100,000
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Middleton splits the difference

MHS falls in Schmitt
‘Strike Out hurls 2-hit
Cancer’ game
gem in win
BY ADAM HATLAN
For the Times-Tribune BY ROB REISCHEL
Times-Tribune
For the fifth consecutive
year, Big Eight Conference Sun Prairie began the year
rivals Middleton and Sun ranked No. 5 by the Wisconsin
Prairie faced off for their Baseball Yearbook.
“Cardinals Strike Out Cancer” Brady Schmitt wasn’t
baseball game in an effort impressed.
to raise money for pediatric Schmitt, a senior pitcher
cancer research. Each year at Middleton, hurled a com-
the teams have raised more plete-game, two-hit shutout last
than $10,000 to benefit the Wednesday and led MHS to a
American Family Children’s 4-0 win over host Sun Prairie.
Hospital. Schmitt struck out five, didn’t
The chilly temperatures walk a batter and threw strikes
did not stop fans from coming on 57 of 85 pitches (67.1%).
out in droves last Thursday to “Brady was very effective
Middleton to support the cause in spotting his pitches down
again this year, as the teams, in the zone and moved them
sponsors, and fans raised in in and out,” said Middleton
excess of $10,000 once again. manager Tom Schmitt, who is
Cancer survivor Matt Esser, also Brady’s father. “Their hit-
who is currently a junior in the ters are aggressively hunting
MIddleton baseball program, the fastball and that feeds in to
threw out the first pitch for Brady’s game plan as a pitcher.
Middleton. Eighteen-month “He is effective with chang-
old Rylee Payne, who is cur- ing speeds with good move-
rently battling neuroblastoma, ment. He understands how to
threw out the first pitch along set up hitters and stayed ahead
with her parents Kate and Tyler in most counts. No walks were
Payne. Each team also had a also a key to keeping their run-
bat-kid representative, with ners off base.”
kindergartener Ilya Levchenko Schmitt had a perfect game
representing Middleton and working through five innings,
second-grader Olivia Diaz rep- facing the minimum of 15 bat-
resenting Sun Prairie. ters. But Sun Prairie’s Luke
“I’ve been very happy DePrey led off the sixth inning
with how this game has come with a base hit to center field to
along in the benefit part,” said break up the no-hitter and the
Middleton coach Tom Schmitt perfect game with one swing.
about the fundraising efforts. Schmitt retired the next
“One of the bigger things I saw three Sun Prairie batters to
this year was even before we Times-Tribune photo by Mary Langenfeld escape any potential damage.
See LOSS, page 14 Cooper Holewinski and Middleton’s baseball team split a pair of games with Sun Prairie last week. See WIN, page 15
One up,
one down
Girls softball team rolls
past West, falls to Parker
Buss, Ashley Bindl and CC
BY ROB REISCHEL
Hiorns each drove in two runs.
Times-Tribune “West is much improved,”
Terrific pitching. Middleton coach Perry Hibner
Outstanding hitting. said. “Ari Balas is a very nice
Aggressive base running. pitcher. They didn’t have their
Middleton had them all last best game in the field, but
Wednesday during an 11-0, you can see they have some
five-inning win over Madison talent.”
West. The Cardinals dropped Buza, meanwhile, was
a 5-4 decision to Janesville effective on the mound,
Parker one day later and are allowing just three hits over
now 1-2 overall and 1-2 in the four innings. Buza threw just
Big Eight Conference. 63 pitches and allowed only
In Middleton’s win over one runner to reach third base.
Times-Tribune photo by Mary Langenfeld West, freshmen Ellie Buza Sax allowed a two-out dou-
and Charlotte Sax combined
Olivia Hebert (16) and Middleton’s girls softball team rolled past Madison West, 11-0, last Wednesday. on a four-hitter and Brianna See SOFTBALL, page 20
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Stagecoach develo old fashioned faith

approval
war
earns final city

Belief in a supernatural
growth
fuels a local church’s and pastures in
Middleton’s third place fin-

fields of corn
plan across
implementation
BY MATT GEIGER which horses thunder rural
of
the windswept earth
specific
The Cardinals got first place

City council okays
Times-Tribune the ideas of
Q and just Wisconsin. Here,
west of Highway are still very
only a brief discussion Lake subdi- and good and evil
Trail Apart- leaving south of the North Good and evil. Angels the battle between
tails for Stagecoach spe- before receiving
approval. the Devil. real, and
vision. demons. God and them rages on.
BY CAMERON BREN ments in the developer’s Most The council also
approved
The 46-unit three
story
Heaven and Hell. Richard
plan. devel- The Very Reverend
Times-Tribune cific implementation concept plan for the You don’t hear about
them of
been worked the page 2 Pastor of St. Mary
of the details had city opment of
15 single-family See STAGECOACH, as much as you
used to, in Heilman, he has drawn
between the developer, on 6.35 acres located days. Pine Bluff, says
Common out committees homes most churches these have lines in a very literal supernat-
local company’s tech?

The Middleton planning staff and Many Christian leaders those lines are
the final de- for a ural war. And
Council approved
eschewed such terms
Did foreign firm steal

in young families
of spiritu- bringing
softer, gentler brand looking for respite
AMSC’s equipment
allowed mentioned, who are
one of the ality. If they are and moral
Sinovel to become metaphori- from secularism
trial. it’s often in broad,
theft of trade secrets Wind world’s largest wind
turbine relativism.
it seems
Beijing-based Sinovel cal contexts. “Since the 1960s,
BY KEVIN MURPHY said.
finishes from Joey Kean in

companies, O’Shea things
was American Supercon- That’s not the way a real reticence,
Times-Tribune Group (now AMSC) biggest Chinese regula- Bluff in there has been
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Chinese firm See LAWSUIT, page 7 style church nestled
soft- O’Shea.
stole and used its valuable told U.S. Attorney Tim
Gro
ware, a federal prosecutor of a
mon
the start
jurors Monday at
create an
Creating Com
ethics board
A look at some of
of Century and27,Branch
Ave.February
Wisconsin’sSt. most vibrant African American authors
the 100-meter dash (23.62),

On Tuesday, the Middle- who also lived and worked in the Madison level. Advance registration is appreci-
vision to the corner ton Public Library will feature a multime- area during the 20th century: novelist Jean ated (online at midlibrary.org/events or by
d brings a unique dia presentation entitled “Hidden Voices: Toomer, playwright Lorraine Hansberry, email at [email protected]).
Adrienne Hulburt-Strou Mayor Brar called for board African-American Writers in Wisconsin.”
Three African American Madison-area
and poet Sarah Webster Fabio. This event in honor of Black History
The program will feature poetry, prose, Month is made possible by the Friends of
writers - poet Fabu, novelist Sherry Lucille, and drama that illuminate what it means to the Middleton Public Library, the Beyond
BY KATHERINE PERRETH maintaining the code of
BY CAMERON BREN and playwright and novelist Catrina Spark- be black in Wisconsin. the Page Endowment, the National Endow-
Times-Tribune ethics which sets standards
Times-Tribune of conduct for city officials man - will discuss their work in relation The event will take place at 6:30 p.m. in ment for the Humanities, and the Madison
to three African American literary giants the Archer Room on the Library’s lower Community Foundation.
and employees, interpret
Badgerland
accuse
No one could ever need to meet a
of groups wouldMayor Gurdip Brar has ethics guidelines and inves-
Adrienne Hulburt-Stroud
called intended
on city thatofficials
I to tigate complaints alleging
dreaming small.
implementing an improper conduct.
never
“It was consider
they will
“‘If I build it, do this alone,” Hulburt-Stroud City attorney Larry Be-
my motto,” ethics board which would
come,’ has been that more than 20
of her plans said, notingreview complaints, conduct chler pointed out in his
Michael Madoch in the 800-

Hulburt-Stroud said recently to brain-
people met investigations and hold pub- memo alongside the draft
to create a café-cum-commu- storm how best to utilize the that complaints would re-
Common lic hearings for findings.
nity center called calls those folks
a location in space. She Late 2017 Brar pro- quire a two-stage prob-
Ground. It is to be Ground Collabora-
Hulburt- “Commonposed the ethics board able cause before being
Middleton, the bubbly in a working part-
“every- to the city council which processed by the ethics
tors,” people
Stroud explained, where
ground referred it toHulburt-the city at- board.
one can find common A writer herself, “First stage calls for the
have not torney really
to prepare a draft.
enjoys fa-
with those you may she
a place for Stroud said
On Feb. 6 thepeople common city clerk and the chairper-
otherwise met, and and connecting
cilitatingcouncil referred
For the draft to son of the ethics board to
this reason,
writing.
elements for over theGround licenseswillandhave
ordinance
a determine whether the com-
It hit all those key plaint is complete,” Bechler
said. Common committee for review.In
me,” Hulburt-Stroud emphasis on literature. said. “So for example if the
Common strong The role of the ethics
She envisions she serves on the
serving as addition, board would beWriters to advise
Ground’s two levels the Wisconsin
of cus- board ofthe common with
working council the on See ETHICS, page 6
meter run (2:03.6) and Jack

the locus for a multitude
writers’ Association,
tomers: book clubs, literary journal, Cre- Times-Tribune photo
by Matt Geiger
Fencing, LLC
novel and statewide looking
groups for poetry, Wisconsin. Common fresh new ways of
coats of paint, and
creative writing, open
mic, spo- ative
nights for Ground
COW reviews downtown
will host events in
con-
she said.
is busy applying fresh
Adrienne Hulburt-Stroudbusiness intersect, at the future site
of Common Ground
on the cor-
ken word, gallery junction with WWA, and
local artists, pay-as-you-cana
meditation and yoga
classes, plaza and airport expansion
See COMMON, page
at the ways community
5 ner of Century Avenue and Branch
Street.
for
scenic
wellness circle, guided Director of community de-
Four candidates vieCross

BY CAMERON BREN
velopment Abby Attoun first
Durand will challenge

Times-Tribune
spoke on the public plaza. She
said since it was on the council
three seats on the

The City of Middleton’s agenda earlier in the week there
Bauer for MCPASD

Committee of the Whole re- was not much to update.
ceived updates from city staff Requests for proposals for
school board seat Plains Village Board

on a potential expansion of the landscape architecture have
Rader in the 1,600-meter run

airport and the development of been distributed, Attoun said. Photo by Hedi Lamar Photography
a downtown public plaza. The The city will accept up to 12 Authors (from left) Fabu, Catrina Sparkman and Sherry Lucille will come to Middleton to discuss their work in relation to
the earli- proposals though Attoun said three African American literary giants
Lee who also lived and
While Voting is worked in Wisconsin on February 27.
the Area 5isseat.
airportforexpansion Sorensen.
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Voters in the Middleton- candidates est stages while
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are get that for three seats
running and the top three vote-getters
School Dis- and Four candidates spring. at-large, writers who came Ketel-
before them. gotten the credit they deserve. in Wisconsin.”
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trict will have a queststofor proposals.
everyone Jeanne Statz and is not seeking re-election.
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boeter son, Ernest Hemingway and a wall dedicated to Wisconsin came here was a world of black
they head to the Incumbents Sean well as incumbents
K. Bartlett district. Yu T. will be on the ballot,
Wall Enterprises and took more on her personal list. But writers in a Milwaukee public authors – poets, playwrights,
spring. Challenger (Area 2) and Linda
incumbent land
Durand Jr. will face Anne (Area 4) are
unopposed. “It’s a very interesting thing, many of Wisconsin’s greatest library, and not seeing a single novelists, essayists and more.
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school board member See COW, page 6 as a writer, to be invisible,” black literary voices have gone African American face. She Their voices were an integral
muses celebrated poet Fabu largely unacknowledged by the remembers a list of influential part of the American literary
Carter. “It is strange, because general populace. writers compiled at the Uni- canon, but for those outside
writing propels you into the Hidden Voices aims to versity of Wisconsin-Madison of academia, they were not al-
world.” change that. that likewise omitted diverse ways widely known. The three
(4:44.0). Stuart Wodzro won

Led by Fabu and fellow au- “Writing is such a beautiful authors. writers about whom Fabu, Lu-
thors Catrina Sparkman and thing,” explains Sparkman. As a youth, she was told that cille and Sparkman will talk on
Sherry Lucille, an upcoming “It’s solitary of course, but it black populations began mov- February 27 are just a few key
event at the Middleton Public requires so much listening.” ing to Wisconsin, from Chi- examples.
Library called “Hidden Voices” “Our culture, our history, our cago, as late as the middle of “It’s about celebrating these
will bring three vital 20 cen-
th contributions to the world are the 20th
century. people,” she says. “It’s not
tury literary figures - Jean largely unknown,” says Fabu. “As a scholar, I learned about guilt. It’s not about beat-
Toomer, Lorraine Hansberry, “So I learned as a child, that’s that there have been African ing anyone over the head. It’s
and Sarah Webster Fabio – into it was best to learn for myself.” Americans here, free, since the about exploring and getting to
the spotlight. Now she’s working to pass that 1700s,” she says. “Also slaves.” know your neighbors. I think
They hope to raise the voices knowledge on to others. Originally from Memphis, that’s a good thing.
of these writers from the past. Fabu, a well-traveled public Fabu came to the University Lucille’s love of stories, par-
They think in doing so, they speaker, author and scholar has of Wisconsin – one of the few ticularly romantic ones, began
can inspire readers to seek out spent time in Kenya (The Uni- universities offering top level early in life. Like every author,
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can American authors today, as lished one of her books), but literary studies - for graduate “Jane Austin is my favorite,”
well. she says Wisconsinites don’t school. She fell in love with the she says. “But at a point I came
Sparkman believes a good au- need to travel that far to find Midwest, and now calls Madi- to realize she’s long gone; she’s
thor can transcend barriers such important black voices. Wis- son home. not going to write anymore.”
as race and gender. Or bring consin is rich with them. “I have lived here for Lucille tried to find other au-
them tumbling down. All you have to do is know more than 30 years,” Fabu thors who delved artfully into
Today’s black writers are in- how to listen says. “This is where I have in-
fluenced by a broad spectrum of But they haven’t always vested love, life, and writing – See VOICES, page 3
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Leading hitters: SP — Holin 3x5.
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NOXIOUS WEED NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to each and every person who
owns, occupies or controls land in the TOWN OF MIDDLETON,
or in the TOWN OF SPRINGFIELD, County of Dane, State of
Wisconsin, to cut or destroy noxious weeds on such property
before the plants bloom.
Noxious weeds are: Canada Thistle, Leafy Spurge, Field
Bindweed (creeping Jenny), Yellow Rocket, Perennial Sow
Thistle, Musk Thistle, Giant Foxtail, Wild Hemp (Marijuana),
Yellow Mustard, Velvet Leaf, Wild Radish, Bull Thistle and the
Buckthorn Bush and any other weed the governing body of any
municipality or the county board of any county by ordinance or
resolution declares to be noxious within its respective bound-
aries. Wis. Stats. § 66.0407(b). Noxious Weeds shall be con-
trolled at such time and in such a manner as shall effectively pre-
vent such plants from bearing seed, or spreading to adjoining
property. For more information on noxious weeds or invasive
plants, please visit the WI Department of Natural Resource’s
website at: http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/Invasives/photos/.
Richard Oberle, Weed Commissioner, Town of Middleton
Don Hoffman, Weed Commissioner, Town of Springfield
Publish: 4/19/18, 4/26/18 WNAXLP
PUBLIC NOTICE • PUBLIC NOTICE • PUBLIC NOTICE • PUBLIC NOTICE
STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT

DANE COUNTY
The Bank of New York Mellon fka
The Bank of New York, as Trustee
(CWALT 2005-4),
Plaintiff,
vs.
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Coralia A. Harn; Max M. Harn Sr.;
United States of America; MIG
Middleton baseball coach Tom Schmitt (top) talks to his team during a game against Sun Prairie last Thursday. Above, Commercial Real Estate, LLC;
Hilldale Land Company LLC; Court
Middleton’s Nolan Kelliher tags out a Sun Prairie base runner. Apartments LLC,
Defendants.
PUBLICATION SUMMONS
Case Number: 18 CV 496
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CASE CODE: 30404
THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, to the following parties named as
defendants herein: Max M Harn, Sr.
You are hereby notified that the Plaintiff named above
Sun Prairie also had a lead- he was ahead in the count.” a single to left, then Ballweg “When we had guys in scor- has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you.
off single in the seventh, but Middleton took a 1-0 lead in walked. Carsen Schulz singled ing position we got them in. Within 40 days after April 12, 2018, you must respond
Schmitt came back to retire the the bottom of the first. Nolan to center field to score Roden Very good road win for our with a written demand for a copy of the complaint. The demand
next three batters there, as well. Kelliher led off the game with and give Middleton a 4-0 lead. team. We put together three must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is 215 S
Sun Prairie had just one a base hit to right field and later “Our hitters took a good of the four parts of a good Hamilton Street, Madison, WI 53703 and to Randall S. Miller &
batter advance as far as sec- scored on a single by Luke approach into the game and game of baseball. The mental Associates, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorney, whose address is 120 North
LaSalle Street, Suite 1140, Chicago IL 60602. You may have an
ond base as Schmitt dominated Ballweg. stuck with it,” Tom Schmitt mistakes on the bases will get
attorney help or represent you.
from start to finish. It stayed that way until the said. “We knew Oakley was cleared up. When you are clean If you do not demand a copy of the complaint within 40
“When they put the ball in top of the fifth when Middleton predominately a fastball pitch- in the other areas and get the days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of
play, not many were barreled struck for two more runs and er. When he had some con- hitting you can cover up a cou- money or other legal action requested in the complaint, and you
up and the defense made some increased its lead to 3-0. trol issues and fell behind in ple mistakes.” may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect
nice plays as well as the rou- With two outs, Kelliher counts we were able to put in the complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law.
tine plays,” Tom Schmitt said. lined a single to center field. good swings on pitches in the April 11 A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real
Middleton 4, Sun Prairie 0
“(Third baseman) Noah Casali Alan Roden drove a triple to zone. The top of the order all Middleton .............. 100 020 1 — 4 9 0
estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by
garnishment of seizure of property.
made a few nice plays to record right field that scored Kelliher, produced. Sun Prairie ............ 000 000 0 — 0 2 3
Dated this 3rd of April, 2018.
assists. then Ballweg ripped an RBI “Nolan Kelliher was crucial Pitchers (ip-h-er-bb-so) — Schmitt
Randall S. Miller & Associates, LLC
(W; 7-2-0-0-5); Oakley (L; 6.1-8-3-1-
“Pitching a perfect game single to right that plated in the leadoff spot, as he ignit- 120 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1140
6); Halbleib (0.1-1-0-0-0); Lange (0.1-
through five innings was a Roden. ed two of our scoring innings 0-0-0-0). Chicago IL 60602
good start to the game. Brady Middleton added an insur- with sharp singles. Alan Roden Leading hitters — MID: Kelliher P: (414) 937-5388
kept his pitch count down by ance run in the seventh and (two hits, one RBI) was his 2x4, Roden 2x4, Schulz 2x4, Ballweg F: (414) 921-5628
2x3. 3B — Roden.
inducing them to swing at once again did all of its damage normal self, patient at the plate. Email: [email protected]
pitches while the timing of the with two outs. Luke Ballweg had two clutch, Our File No. 18WI00036-1
Sun Prairie hitters was off and Roden started the rally with run scoring singles.
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Tennis Cards play well

VILLAGE OF CROSS PLAINS
2417 Brewery Road
Cross Plains, WI 53528
(608) 798-3241
Notice is hereby given that the following has applied for Class
in loss to Marquette
“B” Fermented Malt Beverage and “Class B” Intoxicating Liquor
License in the Village of Cross Plains:
Main Street Lanes, 1721 Main St. – Eberle Entertainment, LLC
These license, if approved, would be valid for a period from
04/24/2018 to 6/30/2018. This license will be reviewed by the
Village Board at their regular meeting on April 23, 2018 at 7:00
BY ROB REISCHEL pm. This meeting will be held at the Cross Plains Village Hall
located at 2417 Brewery Road, Cross Plains, WI 53528.
Times-Tribune Dated this 12th and 19th day of April, 2018.
Milwaukee Marquette has Caitlin Stene, Administrator/Clerk
won 10 of the last 11 WIAA
Division 1 boys tennis state
team championships.
In every way, shape and NOTICE OF MEETING OF
form the Hilltoppers are the BOARD OF REVIEW
gold standard for tennis excel- State of Wisconsin
Dane County
lence across the state.
Town of Springfield
Middleton tested itself Public notice is hereby given that the Town of Springfield
against the best last Friday Board of Review will meet at The Springfield Town Hall; located
when it traveled to North Shore at 6157 County Highway P, Dane, WI on Wednesday, the 9th
Elite Club in Milwaukee. And day of May, 2018, from 6:00 P.M. to 8: p.m., for the purpose of
even though Marquette toppled reviewing and examining the assessment roll of real and person-
the Cardinals, 6-1, Middleton al property in said Town and all sworn statements and valuations
felt awfully good about how of real and personal property therein, and of correcting all errors
in said roll, whether in description of property or otherwise, and
it played.
to perform such other duties imposed by law. Forms for protest-
“Everyone came out fir- ing of assessments are available from the Town Clerk-Treasurer,
ing and going for their shots,” Dianah Fayas, 6157 County Highway P, Dane, WI 53529.
Middleton coach Kalla Please call 849-7887 to schedule appointments.
Schaefer said. “Players were Taxpayers may appear at this meeting after having filed a
smart about making some tacti- notice of intent to appear with the Town Clerk forty-eight hours in
cal adjustments to try and gain advance of the meeting. Taxpayers also may be allowed to
some ground.” address the board of review with less than a forty-eight hour
notice if both they and the assessor sign a waiver of the forty-
Middleton junior Ryan
eight hour requirement. Failure to file the required forty-eight
Gold, the Cardinals’ No. hour notice of intent to object may result in denial of a hearing by
1 singles player, notched an the Board of Review.
impressive 7-6 (8), 6-1 win A Final adjournment of the Board of Review will be made after
over Marquette’s Nick Yang. all requests have been heard and after Board of Review deliber-
Gold fell behind, 3-0, in the ations have been completed and all notices of Board of Review
first set, but won 13 of the actions have been placed in the US Mail.
next 17 games and the first set Dated this 12th day of April, 2018
Dianah Fayas, Clerk
tiebreaker.
Town of Springfield
“(Ryan) kept a positive out-
look throughout the match,” Publish: 4/19/18 WNAXLP
Schaefer said. “He played
solid, using his quickness and
aggressive forehands to keep NOTICE OF MEETING OF BOARD OF REVIEW
Yang off balance and out of FOR THE TOWN OF CROSS PLAINS
position.” NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Review for the
At No. 2 singles, Town of Cross Plains of Dane County shall hold a meeting on the
Marquette’s Josh Guillermo Times-Tribune photos by Mary Langenfeld 14th day of May 2018 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the
defeated Middleton freshman Community Center, 3734 County Road P, Cross Plains,
Middleton’s Ryan Gold defeated Marquette’s Nick Yang last Friday. Wisconsin.
Gene Kim, 6-2, 6-0.
Please be advised of the following requirements to appear
“(Gene) came out hitting before the Board of Review and procedural requirements if
big and was finding corners,” Middleton teams were in every Alton Yan, MIDDLETON HIGH School, def. Akshay Kelshiker- appearing before the Board:
Schaefer said. “His opponent game, a lot of deuces, being 6-1, 6-2; Jordan Cheng, MIDDLETON No person shall be allowed to appear before the Board of
then hit his stride in the first aggressive at the net and going No. 3 — Rehan Dhala-Evan HIGH 7-5, 6-1. Review, to testify to the Board by telephone or to contest the
Roge, Marquette University High
set and was able to maintain for shots.” amount of any assessment of real or personal property if the per-
control of the match.” At No. 3 doubles, son has refused a reasonable written request by certified mail of
Marquette’s Richard Marquette’s Rehan Dhala the Assessor to view such property.
TOWN OF CROSS PLAINS After the first meeting of the Board of Review and before the
Balistreri defeated Middleton and Evan Roge downed ADVERTISEMENT TO BID Board’s final adjournment, no person who is scheduled to appear
senior Nitin Somersandaram, Middleton’s Akshay Kelshiker Town of Cross Plains Fuel Tank Relocation Project, Town of before the Board of Review may contact, or provide information
6-0, 6-4, at No. 3 singles. and Jordan Cheng, 7-5, 6-1. Cross Plains Garage, 8697 West Mineral Point Road, Cross to a member of the Board about the person’s objection except at
“(Nitin) got off to a slow “Akshay debuted with his Plains, Wisconsin a session of the Board.
start in the first set, but got first varsity match,” Schaefer Minimum requirements: No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to
off to a 4-1 lead in second said. “He teamed up with The Town of Cross Plains is requesting proposals from State the Board by telephone or contest the amount of the assessment
set by playing consistently and Jordan Cheng and they gave approved firms to relocate an above ground 550 gallon fuel tank unless, at least 48 hours before the first meeting of the Board or
wearing down his opponent,” Marquette all they could han- at the Town of Cross Plains garage from east to west side of salt at least 48 hours before the objection is heard if the objection is
shed. The project includes obtaining State required approval of allowed because the person has been granted a wavier of the
Schaefer said. “He didn’t play dle in the first set. They were
plans for relocation and installation and relocating the tank, 48-hour notice of an intent to file a written objection by appearing
quite as consistently at the end serving and returning well. installation of a concrete pad, security fencing and electrical con- before the Board during the first two hours of the meeting and
of the set.” They were cracking shots at nections unless the Town is permitted to self-preform those showing good cause for failure to meet the 48-hour notice
And at No. 4 singles, Marquette’s feet and looked items. Project to be completed by July 1, 2018. requirement and files a written objection, that the person pro-
Marquette’s Noah White confidant and on it. It was tight Bidders must show evidence of all insurance with bid. vides to the clerk of the Board of Review notice as to whether the
toppled Cardinals senior the whole way.” Bids are due May 11, 2018 by 5:00 pm. to Town Clerk, Town person will ask for removal of any Board members and, if so,
Kunwarjit Singh, 6-1, 6-1. of Cross Plains, 3734 County Road P, Cross Plains, WI 53528. which member will be removed and the person’s reasonable esti-
“(Kunwarjit) was up against Marquette 6, Middleton 1 Nancy Meinholz, Clerk mate of the length of time that the hearing will take.
Singles Publish: 4/19/18 WNAXLP When appearing before the Board of Review, the person shall
one of the toughest No. 4
No. 1 — Ryan Gold, specify, in writing, the person’s estimate of the value of the land
singles players in the state,” and of the improvements that are the subject of the person’s
MIDDLETON HIGH, def. Nick
Schaefer said. “He would play objection and specify the information that the person used to
Yang, Marquette University High
No. 1 at many schools. Kunwar School, 7-6 (8), 6-1. TOWN OF CROSS PLAINS arrive at that estimate.
used a variety of tactics and No. 2 — Josh Guillermo, ADVERTISEMENT TO BID No person may appear before the Board of Review, testify to
played smart. Again, many Marquette University High School, New Sand/Equipment Storage Shed Project at Town of Cross
the Board or by telephone or object to a valuation; if that valua-
close games. His opponent was def. Gene Kim, MIDDLETON Plains Garage 8697 West Mineral Point Road, Cross Plains,
tion was made by the Assessor or the Objector using the income
just too strong.” HIGH, 6-2, 6-0. method of valuation; unless the person supplies the Assessor all
Wisconsin
No. 3 — Richard Balistreri, the information about income and expenses, as specified in the
At No. 1 doubles, Minimum requirements:
Marquette University High School, Assessor’s manual under Sec. 73.03 (2a) of Wis. Statutes, that
Marquette’s Noah Guillermo Proposals to construct a 30 x40 foot sand/equipment storage
the Assessor requests. The Town of Cross Plains has an ordi-
def . Nitin Somersandaram,
and Rob May defeated shed at the Town of Cross Plains Garage. The garage would be
nance for the confidentiality of information about income and
MIDDLETON HIGH, 6-0, 6-4. similar in size and scale to existing salt storage shed on proper-
Middleton’s Sam Dettman and No. 4 — Noah White, expenses that is provided to the Assessor under this paragraph
ty which is 20 feet 10 inches high set on a 9 foot high, 10” thick
Rafael Sanga, 6-1, 6-2. And at Marquette University High which provides exceptions for persons using information in the
concrete wall foundation and a concrete floor that will withstand
No. 2, the Hilltoppers’ Logan School, def. Kunwarjit Singh, truck/tractor use and has a 14 by 20 foot split slide door. The
discharge of duties imposed by law or the duties of their office or
Homberg and Jake Stockhausen MIDDLETON HIGH, 6-1, 6-1. building quality/specifications should be comparable to a typical
by order of a court. The information that is provided under this
toppled Middleton’s Brandon paragraph, unless a court determined that it is inaccurate, is not
Morton, Cleary or Wick building. The Town will award contract to
Doubles subject to the right of inspection and copying under Sec. 19.35
Bodak and Alton Yan, 6-1, 6-2. lowest responsible bidder as determined by the Town of Cross
No. 1 — Noah Guillermo-Rob (1) of Wis. Statutes.
“One and two doubles Plains. Proposals are due May 11th. Project to be completed by
The Board shall hear upon oath, by telephone, all ill or dis-
May, Marquette University High
both played well, but were November 1, 2018.
abled persons who present to the Board a letter from a physician,
School, def. Sam Dettman-Rafael Bidders must show evidence of all insurance with bid.
up against very tough oppo- Sanga, MIDDLETON HIGH 6-1, surgeon or osteopath that confirms their illness or disability. No
Bids are due May 11, 2018 by 5:00 pm. to Town Clerk, Town
nents with big serves, pow- 6-2. other persons may testify by telephone.
of Cross Plains, 3734 County Road P, Cross Plains, WI 53528.
erful ground (strokes) and No. 2 — Logan Homberg-Jake Nancy Meinholz, Clerk
Respectfully Submitted for the Town of Cross Plains,
players who closed well at the Stockhausen, Marquette University Nancy Meinholz, Clerk
net,” Schaefer said. “Both our High School, def. Brandon Bodak- Publish: 4/19/18 WNAXLP
Girls lacrosse team splits a pair

Middleton’s girls lacrosse • Waunakee 9, Middleton returning keeper, had three Cardinals past the Wildcat.
team is off to a 1-1 start in 8 — Playing in 44 degree saves for MHS. The Cardinals trailed Verona
the Madison Area Lacrosse weather with strong winds, Fermanich fielded five for all but one second of the
Association Conference. six Middleton players scored, ground balls, while returning first half. With that one sec-
The Cardinals opened with including returning seniors junior Margaret Rogers start- ond remaining on the clock,
a 9-8 loss to host Waunakee Eleanor Mackey and Lexi ed the season strong with four Eleanor Mackey scored to tie
last Tuesday. Two days later, Basel. Returning juniors ground balls and three take- Verona going into halftime.
Middleton came back strong Julia Carr, Kyra Keenan, aways. Mackey added three Throughout most of the
at home and defeated Verona, Julia Fermanich and Carmen ground balls and two take- second half, MHS battled to
13-12, after trailing the entire Schremp added five more aways. hang around. Mackey and
game. goals. Julia Carr and Lexi • Middleton 13, Verona Carr both had three goals,
Here’s a recap of the Basel each had one assist. 12 — Julia Carr scored with while Keenan and Basel each
Cardinals’ first week: Senior Lilia Scheid, a 3:51 remaining to lift the scored once.
Rogers and junior Allie
• PUBLIC NOTICE • PUBLIC NOTICE • PUBLIC NOTICE • PUBLIC NOTICE • PUBLIC NOTICE • PUBLIC NOTICE Ballweg each had three
ground balls and two take-
Board Agenda for March 19, 2018 - Kromrey, effective June 30, 2018
aways. Goalie Lilia Scheid
Meeting Minutes Jerry Nicholson, Director of Student Services for
the District effective June 30, 2018 battled against a tough Verona
MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA Shannon Werbeckes, Speech and Language team with three saves.
SCHOOL DISTRICT Pathologist at Glacier Creek With 6:27 remaining,
District Services Center ii. Approval of Leaves of Absence
Middleton scored to close
7106 South Avenue, Middleton, Wisconsin The board approved under consent agenda the
5:45 p.m. Board Round Table - Glacier Creek following leave of absence: within 12-10. Just 55 seconds
and Kromrey Tracy Dahl, Grade 6 English and Social Studies later, the Cardinals struck
1. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BOARD Teacher at Glacier Creek again and pulled within 12-11.
MEETING AT 7:00 P.M. CORRECTION: Tracy Dahl is withdrawing her Middleton battled back and
The regular meeting of the Middleton-Cross request for a leave of absence.
tied the game, 12-12, with less
Plains Area School District Board of Education iii. Approval of Staff Appointments
was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by President Bob There were no staff appointments to approve. than five minutes remaining. Photo submitted
Green. iv. Approval of Retirements That set the stage for Carr’s
Julia Carr and Middleton’s girls lacrosse team split two games
Present: President Bob Green, Vice President The board approved under consent agenda the dramatic heroics.
Annette Ashley, Clerk Todd Smith, Treasurer Linda following retirement: last week.
Yu, Board Members Anne Bauer, Sean Hyland, Kathy Hiteman, 6th Grade English, Science and
Kelly Kalscheur, Kurt Karbusicky, and Paul Social Studies Teacher at Kromrey
Kinne c. District Consent Items
Not Present: None 6. ITEMS FOR INFORMATION/DISCUSSION
Others Present: Superintendent George a. School Improvement Team Reports - Glacier TOWN OF CROSS PLAINS
Mavroulis, Assistant Superintendent Sherri Cyra, and Kromrey LEGAL NOTICE
Director of Business Services Lori Ames, Kromrey Steve Soeteber and Ken Metz, along their Please take notice that on April 10, 2018 the Town of Cross
Administrative Team, Glacier Creek Administrative administrative teams, presented what is happen- Plains Town Supervisors enacted an amendment to Ordinance
Team, Principal Katrina Krych, and Facilities ing throughout both the middle schools. This is a 103.2 regarding posting locations for legal notices and agendas HELP WANTED- TRUCK
Manager Bill Eberhardt level presentation not a building presentation. The for the Town appointing an alternate to Board of Review. The full DRIVER
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES team shared the following items with the board: text of the ordinances may be obtained at the Town Clerk’s office,
OTR DRY VAN & FLATBED
MOVED by Yu SECONDED by Kinne to continued work to make sure all students succeed, 3734 County Road P, Cross Plains or through the Town’s web-
approve the Regular Minutes of March 12, 2018. creating community circles at both buildings, par-
Drivers- Run the Midwest Region
site. For additional information contact Clerk, Nancy Meinholz at
Motion carried unanimously, 9-0. ent involvement and family engagement, 798-0189.
– We pay up to .49 cents a mile
3. COMMUNICATIONS increased participation in clubs and athletics, pro- – Yearly increase - Paid
a. Citizen Comments - None moting wellness, and increased activities and con- Publish: 4/19/18 WNAXLP Vacation/ Holidays, Health/
b. Correspondence/Board Communication nections for all students. Dental Insurance, Short-term
Anne Bauer attended the Glacier Creek parent- Aisha Myers and Marisha Ashe spoke about Disability, Life Insurance. Also -
teacher conferences and worked the book fair. their roles in the district where they work to ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS $1000.00 sign on bonus. Call
Linda Yu shared that Kromrey had their Spirit night increase engagement of students and parents. 2018 ROAD IMPROVEMENTS – ASPHALT II (608)-873-2922 curt@stoughton-
and it was a great success. Kurt Karbusicky also Ashley Smith is at Glaicer Creek and working on TOWN OF SPRINGFIELD trucking.com (CNOW)
attended the parent-teacher conference. Paul her dissertation. Successes include building a MISCELLANEOUS
DANE COUNTY, WI
Kinne also stated that Spirit Night was great suc- sense of belonging, comfort within themselves,
The Town of Springfield will ONLY receive and accept bids A PLACE FOR MOM. The
cess at Kromrey. He also attended Family Fun restorative circles, and self-actualization for the
through QuestCDN.com via the online electronic bid service nation’s largest senior living
Night at Elm Lawn. Annette Ashley attended the black students. They also shared the events that
MHS parent conferences. Annette stated that occurred this year. These positions are a great
(QuestvBid) for the construction of 2018 Road Improvements – referral service. Contact our
Thursday is the MHS concert for the students asset to the students, parents, and schools.
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The work for which bids are asked includes the following:
Kromrey. Bob Green distributed an email from Administration is looking at the outcomes before Channels $14.95 High Speed
Approximately 29,355 Square Yards of Asphaltic Chip Seal and
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33,400 Square Yards of Asphaltic Scrub Seal in different loca-
c. Legislative Employee Services has been meeting with each of HD DVR Included, Free Voice
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Anne Bauer stated that she saw the Governor’s the buildings to plan staffing for next year. Sherri Remote. Some restrictions
The anticipated substantial completion date is August 15,
push to give money to schools for security and shared the preliminary enrollment data with the apply. Call 1-855-997-5088
2018 and final completion date is August 31, 2018.
building safety improvements. They will be voting board and discussed the planning process that will (CNOW)
The BIDDING DOCUMENTS may be examined at the offices
on this item tomorrow. happen throughout the next few months. Regular
4. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT enrollment updates will begin in April. Lori also
of MSA Professional Services, Inc., Madison, Wisconsin; the Stop OVERPAYING for your
a. Upcoming Events and Updates shared the budget timeline with the board.
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Middleton. Eberhardt joined the conversation about the
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George Mavroulis sent the board an update last options. Katrina shared that she has talked to All Things Basementy! Basement
Please contact QuestCDN.com at 952-233-1632 or
week on the student Walk Out. Everything went school improvement teams and parent groups at Systems Inc. Call us for all of
[email protected] for assistance in free membership registra-
well and the students were very respectful. Also, West Middleton. Staff at West Middleton are inter- your basement needs!
tion, downloading, and working with the digital project informa-
the Glacier Creek principal hiring began on Friday ested in the possibilities for that extra space. The Waterproofing, Finishing,
tion.
last week. The next step in the process will be held board asked questions regarding safety and aes- Structural Repairs, Humidity and
No proposal will be accepted unless accompanied by a certi-
on Wednesday and we are hoping to hire some- thetics of the rooms. The district is still looking into Mold Control. FREE
fied check or bid bond equal to at least 5% of the amount bid,
one by the end of the week. George updated the more detailed information on the costs for the ESTIMATES! Call 1-855-781-
payable to the OWNER as a guarantee that, if the bid is accept-
board on Jerry Nicholson’s resignation and the portable vs. permanent facilities. The board also
ed, the bidder will execute and file the proper contract and bond 4387 (CNOW)
plans to replace him. The Handbook meeting is asked about any parent concerns. Administration
within 15 days after the award of the contract. BIDDER is DONATE YOUR CAR FOR
tomorrow night and the revisions to the handbook is looking at utilizing fund balance for this project.
required to deliver the original certified check or bid bond within BREAST CANCER! Help United
will be on the April 9 board agenda. 7. ITEMS FOR ACTION
the 72 hours of bid opening to MSA Professional Services, Inc., Breast Foundation education,
5. CONSENT AGENDA Approve Community Survey for Facility Options
Attn: Terri Meyerhofer, P.E., 2901 International Lane, Suite 300, prevention, & support programs.
MOVED by Hyland SECONDED by Smith to George briefly reviewed the changes that were
Madison, WI 53704. The certified check or bid bond will be FAST FREE PICKUP - 24 HR
approve the following items on the consent agen- made after the the last board meeting. These
returned to the bidder as soon as the contract is signed, and if RESPONSE - TAX DEDUCTION
da: 5.a.1. Approval of Bills Payable, 5.b.1 Approval changes originated from the board and FPC. The
after 15 days the bidder shall fail to do so, the certified check or 1-855-978-3582 (CNOW)
of Resignation (addendum), 5.b.2. Approval of board made two small changes that will be given
bid bond shall be forfeited to the OWNER as liquidated damages.
Leave of Absence (addendum), and 5.b.4. to School Perceptions prior to the survey being DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK
No bidder may withdraw his bid within 60 days after the actu-
Approval of Retirements. Motion carried unani- printed. MOVED by Yu SECONDED by OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR
al date of the opening thereof.
mously, 9-0. Karbusicky to approve the survey with the sug- THE BLIND. Free 3 Day
OWNER reserves the right to waive any informalities or to
a. Administrative/Business Services gested changes. Motion carried unanimously, 9-0. Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free
reject any or all bids.
i. Approval of Bills Payable 8. NEXT MEETING DATES AND ADJOURN-
Published by the authority of the Town of Springfield. Towing, All Paperwork Taken
The check list totaling $755.384.79 was MENT
CONSULTING ENGINEER: Care Of. CALL 1-855-711-0379
approved under consent agenda. (Exhibit A) MOVED by Kinne SECONDED by Kalscheur to
ii. Approval of Treasurer’s Report adjourn the regular meeting at 8:49 p.m. Motion
MSA Professional Services, Inc. WANTED TO BUY OR
2901 International Lane, Suite 300 TRADE
There was no Treasurer’s Report to approve. carried unanimously, 9-0.
Madison, WI 53704
b. Employee Services - Certified Staff a. Future Meeting Dates WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE
Terri Meyerhofer, P.E.
i. Approval of Resignations b. Potential Board Agenda Items 1900-1979 Vintage Motorcycles
(608) 242-6608
The board approved under consent agenda the Cheryl Janssen, Board Secretary Top Cash Paid Call 920-371-
following resignations: 0494 (CNOW)
Lindsay Eimerman, Dean of Students at Publish: 4/19/18 WNAXLP
Classified Advertising
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Place your ad in the Times-Tribune and your ad automatically runs in the Buyer’s Guide/Western Dane County at NO ADDITIONAL COST! Additional publications include:
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FOR SALE SERVICES SERVICES HELP WANTED HELP WANTED

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HELP WANTED Want to learn grocery shopping, errands, am-
bulation assistance, meals, light
and Black Earth. Need the abil-
ity to work independently with 1
ods and lift 50lbs. Vacation pay,
401K plan. Apply in person or
Landscapers, Gardeners, the newspaper housekeeping, companionship. or more clients at a time. Need email to:
Arborist. business? Put Daily/weekly/overnight 608-
330-1389 Elaine
to be creative, caring and con-
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growing future. with us! transportation between job
Tim Andrews Horticulturist LLC sites. Looking for people with Automation Components, Inc.
“Caring for our Green World since 1978”
News Publishing FSBO-Madison west side morning availability. This is for is growing and we are looking
condo. 810 Sq Ft, 1 bd/1 ba, for full time and part time can-
www.tahort.com • [email protected] Company in Black Earth first floor. Heated underground
a Monday to Friday position,
with no weekends or evening didates to join our production
608-795-9948 is looking for a parking, pool & tennis courts. hours. Hours would most likely team. Work hours are M-F,
FULL-TIME 6302 Mineral Point Rd. $97,500
608-235-8925
be 20-25 hours per week. Look-
ing for people with experience
days. ACI is a leader in manu-
facturing quality sensors and
SEEKING A MOTIVATED GRAPHIC in the human service field, but transmitters for the HVAC in-
LICENSED JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER DESIGNER RENTALS willing to train the right person.
Pay starts at $13.00 per hour
dustry since our inception in
1991. Interested applicants can
to create newspaper layouts, and are paid for mileage reim- either apply in person at 2305
• Permanent, newspaper advertising, assist CROSS PLAINS-2 bedroom bursement between job sites. Pleasant View Rd. Middleton,
full-time position FREE HEAT-WATER-PARK- Please include a resume' to be WI. 53562, call HR at 608-831-
in maintaining our websites & 2585, or email their resume to
ING. Coin laundry. $815 608- considered for this opportunity.
perform prepress functions 836-1476 E m a i l t o : [email protected]
• Excellent benefits at our central office in [email protected], or mail
For Rent: 1bdrm. Utilities in- NEED TO SELL OR BUY? Do
Black Earth. to Working Partnerships, 2645
Please send resume or stop in cluded are: HEAT, Branch St., Middleton, WI it all in the classifieds!
1620 Park Street, PO Box 127 Applicants need to be WATER/SEWER & HOT WA- 53562
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environment.
CARRIERS NEEDED WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF
ADOBE INDESIGN, AND
The Wisconsin State Journal is seeking multiple carriers to CONSTRUCTION
ADOBE PHOTOSHOP IS
deliver throughout the following neighborhoods in Middleton: REQUIRED. Previous
Fox Ridge - Middleton Hills - Downtown newspaper layout and web
SIGN ON BONUS OF $2,000! L ABORERS
FOR A LIMITED TIME
Other routes are also available west of Middleton near experience is a big plus. ✔ Safe and Using E-Logs Installation of metal roofs
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valid driver’s license, current auto insurance and a reliable P.O. Box 286 1.800.356.9350 | 608.524.2326 based on experience.
vehicle. For more information, contact Jeff Page at (608) Black Earth, WI 53515 or Apply On-Line at: www.skinnertransfer.com Benefi ts after 90 days.
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SEASONAL
MAINTENANCE WORKER
Summer
The Village of Cross Plains is seeking Maintenance Worker
candidates for seasonal employment (flexible Monday-Friday;
7:30 am to 4:00 pm) in the Public Facilities Department.
WEEK-END MAINTENANCE PERSON WANTED Candidates will perform manual labor assisting with routine Arena Cheese, Inc. has an immediate opening for an
for preventative and general maintenance duties. Hours maintenance and repair tasks (may include: cleaning, intake position. This is a 40 hr./4 day a week position
operating equipment, and brush pick-up). which does require some week-end work. Hours are 2:30
can be flexible with 8-16 hours available. am to 1:00 pm. Duties include receiving milk and whey
Applications are available online at
Wages vary depending on experience. Fill out an products, operating CIP systems for cleaning, overseeing
www.cross-plains.wi.us whey processing equipment, assisting with general factory
application at Arena Cheese 300 Highway 14 Arena, WI Candidates must be capable of performing strenuous physical duties and sanitation. Starting wage is $15.25.
work in all weather conditions and possess a valid Wisconsin
or email [email protected]. driver’s license. Positions are temporary/seasonal. Please fill out application at
Applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis until all 300 Hwy. 14 or send resume to:
positions. are filled. You must be 18 years of age to apply.
Dishwasher Wanted The Village is an EOE. [email protected]
Epic is looking for a reliable, full-�me dishwasher

to help our dining service run smoothly while NOW Town of Middleton Job Opening
serving over 7,000 meals each day. You’ll work in
a fast-paced environment, cleaning and stocking
HIRING! Wanted: Office Manager
equipment used by our culinary team. You will Dairyfood USA, one of the largest specialty cheesemakers in North
Town of Middleton has an open position for Office Manager.
America, is hiring 1st and 2nd shift Production Associates at our facility Duties include, assisting customers who contact the Town
also par�cipate in kitchen cleaning and a variety via phone or walk-in, assisting Town Staff, regular office
in the heart of America’s Dairyland. These are temp-to-hire positions,
of other tasks. As a member of our dynamic team, with high potential for full-time placement with demonstrated success. duties including updating the Town’s website. Skills required:
you’ll work in our state-of-the-art facility, enjoy This position is responsible for efficiently packaging various products working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel,
per specification, while maintaining a sanitary work area and adhering to and Publisher) and an attention to detail. Pay rate $15-$18/hr.
consistent, full-�me hours, earn compe��ve food safety and quality policies. Initiative, punctuality, strong attention Paralegal experience a plus. Training will be provided for other
wages and have the opportunity to receive to detail and the ability to multi-task are a must. computer programs in use.
We offer a competitive starting wage, with a $1/hr increase after 90
benefits befi�ng a leading so�ware company. days and an attendance bonus of up to $375, as well as a $500 signing Full job description on Town of Middleton’s website:
To learn more and to apply visit career.epic.com bonus after 6 months. Apply in person, visit our website, or email HR to www.town.middleton.wi.us.
request an application or submit your resume. Send cover letter and resume to: Town of Middleton,
Dairyfood USA, Inc. 7555 W. Old Sauk Rd, Verona, WI 53593
2819 County Road F (Corner of 18/151 & County Rd F) or electronically to [email protected].
Blue Mounds, WI 53517 • 608-437-5598
[email protected] • www.dairyfoodusa.com Deadline for applications is April 30, 2018.
Equal Opportunity Employer
HELP WANTED
Your weekly
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personnel. No weekends. guide to job
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in the area.
NOT ADVERTISING IS LIKE…
throwing a birthday party and Check ‘em out!
not inviting anyone. Call our
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FULL TIME DELIVERY TRUCK DRIVER

Small meat wholesaler, looking for a delivery truck driver. CDL required
with air brake endorsement. Must be able to pass physical and drug
CARPENTERS WANTED
test. Job descrip�on: delivery of boxed
Holtz Builders Inc. (HBI), based in Lake Delton, WI, is a family owned and employee valued meat to customers throughout Wisconsin.
General Contractor known for our small company attitude and personal service while offering Home nightly, no weekends. Paid health
progressive construction solutions to our clients. We work hard to uphold our company reputation
of Honesty, Transparency, and Integrity as a full service contractor that provides specifically insurance a�er 60 days, IRA, pay based on
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HBI is currently looking to add Experienced Rough Framing and Finish Carpenters to
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• Pride In Their Work
• Family Oriented
HBI Benefits Include:
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• Generous Tool reimbursement and replacement program
• On the job training and leadership advancement
• Short Term Disability and Group Term Life Insurance paid 100% by HBI
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For more information on job requirements or to apply now, please visit “Join Our Team” at WHEN WHERE POSITIONS AVAILABLE:
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APRIL 21, 2018 Wolf Facility,
9:00AM - 1:00PM Doors 61 & 62 • Fabrication Machine Operator
Skilled Plumber Wanted 2866 Buds Drive Trainees - 2nd & 3rd Shift
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keep our one-of-a-kind campus running smoothly and
2nd & 3rd Shift
help us improve healthcare.
• Competitive New Hire Wages
• Comprehensive Health & Welfare • Material Handlers -
Journeyman Plumber – First Shi� Benefits Including: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shift
You will work to maintain our plumbing fixtures, install

On-site UW Health Employee Clinic • Maintenance Technician (Tool & Die) -
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maintenance and repair work and resolve unplanned
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SOFTBALL continued from page 11
ble to Carmen Lynch in the Jessica Parente’s double down

fifth, but got Kacy Cotharn to the left field line. With two
groundout to Bindl at third to outs, Rachael Roberts tripled
end the game. to the wall in right to score
“Our pitchers threw strikes Parente.
and our fielders were clean in Sophie Schafer, who hom-
the field,” Hibner said. “We’ll ered to center in the second
take that every game.” to give the Cardinals a 2-0
Middleton scored one run lead, followed with a blooper
in the first on two-out singles to left that shortstop Reeve
by Jessica Parente and Olivia Myszewski was able to track
Hebert. Rachael Roberts down.
then ripped a shot that West Middleton had a chance to
third baseman Mirra Blehert increase its lead in the sev-
couldn’t handle, which enth when Sam Williams led
allowed Parente to score. off with a walk, but Ellie
Middleton took control Buza wasn’t able to get a bunt
with a five-run third inning down and pinch-hitter Rachel
that featured six hits, one error Kirch-Whitmore struck out.
and a couple of mistakes on Brianna Buss followed with a
the bases. smash that was caught by left
Hebert led off the inning fielder Rebecca Vincetich to
with a rocket over West center end the inning.
fielder Kallie Buscemi’s head. Myszewski led off the bot-
Hebert was safe at third and tom of the seventh with a
took off for home when the single to center off Buza and
ball got by Blehert. The throw Jordyn Nenno followed with
beat Hebert, but she slid under a walk. Chelsea Naber then
the tag. singled in front of Williams
“That would have easi- in right field to load the bases. Times-Tribune photo by Mary Langenfeld
ly cleared the fence if we Jeni Malphy grounded to
were playing at Firefighters,” Roberts at shortstop. Malphy Middleton softball coach Perry Hibner gives his team instructions during a win over Madison West last Wednesday.
Hibner said, noting the fences threw home to Hebert, who
at Orchid Heights are at 230 made a nice catch of a ball in
and struck out 11 against the
feet, 30 feet longer than at the dirt to get Myszewski.
Cardinals. Hibner noted she
FFMP. “It was nice to see Maddie Byrne followed
did a good job of mixing in
Olivia aggressively running with a smash down the third
her changeup and keeping the
the bases, but we also need base line that Bindl was
to find a balance as getting able to knock down, but not
MHS hitters off-balance.
“Chelsea pitched a great
e r y o u r
Regist
thrown out to start an inning retrieve. The grounder scored
game two years ago against us
is never a good thing.” Nenno and tied the game, 4-4.
y
down there as well,” Hibner
r i t
Roberts followed with a Buza was able to get
a
said. “It’s too bad she had to
c h
single up the middle and Sam Sydney Peterson to pop out to
t e
miss last year, but she appears
r i
Williams reached one out later Parente at first for the second
v o
to be fully recovered.”
f a
on a bloop single to right. out, but Getka followed with a
!
Buza then laid down a nice single to right center to score Middleton 11, Madison West 0
0
bunt and beat out the throw. Naber and give the Vikings
5
West ........................... 000 00 — 0 4 6
2
Roberts tried to score on the the victory. Middleton ............... 105 5x — 11 11 0
n $
Pitchers (ip-h-er-so-bb) — Balas
i
play and was called out at “We didn’t play poorly,
w
(L; 4-11-1-6-2); Buza (W; 4-3-0-3-1),
t o
home. but I certainly thought Parker Sax (1-1-0-0-0).
“Just a mix-up in com- deserved the win more than Leading hitters: Buss (M) 2x3,
munication,” Hibner said. we did,” Hibner said. “They Hebert (M) 2x3, Hiorns (M) 2x3. 3B —
Hebert. 2B — Lynch (MW), Bindl (M).
“Rachael thought she heard hit the ball harder than we did.
me say go. Luckily, we were They put more pressure on us.
able to overcome it.” “They pitched better than Janesville Parker 5, Middleton 4
Middleton .............. 110 002 0 — 4 4 1
That’s because Hiorns fol- we did. It would have been Parker ................. 012 000 2 — 5 14 1
lowed with a single to left nice to pull one out, but we’ll Pitchers (ip-h-er-ss-bb) — Buza
to score Williams. Buss fol- learn from the loss and move (6.2-10-3-1-6); Naber (W; 7-5-3-11-2).
lowed with a single to sec- on.” Leading hitters: Myszewski (JP)
ond to score Buza. Bindl then The Vikings returned six

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