July 2017

Wed
19
Jul

Bastille Day Fun Run/Walk

The Belleville Community Health Improvement Program (BCHIP) would like to recognize the top finishers in the Bastille Day Fun Run/Walk, which took place on Saturday, July 15th.
Our top five male finishers were:
Caden O'Rourke (19:22),
Tracy Hefty (22:02),
Albin Carias (23:52),
Niles Monroe (27:19)
Evan Thomas (27:19).
The top five female finishers were:
Erin Treder (22:52),
Sandra Russow (23:58),
Britney Markhardt (25:40),
Melissa Briles (36:53)
Kelly Monroe (38:45).

Wed
19
Jul

CHRISTINE VAN MATRE

A celebration of life for Christine Van Matre (nee Skaife) will take place on Saturday, July 29, 2017, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the Centurion Clubhouse, 21845 Ingwell Road, Blanchardville. Lunch will be served. 
Please come and share any stories, memories and photos.

Wed
19
Jul

KENNETH E. NYLAND

Kenneth Eugene Nyland, age 84, passed away in peace on Sunday, July 2, 2017, at Agrace HospiceCare. Ken was born on March 23, 1933, in Madison, WI.

Wed
19
Jul

BETTY J. MARKHAM

Betty J. Markham, age 79 of Lena, IL, died on Thursday, July 13, 2017, at UW Hospital in Madison. She was born on August 25, 1937, at home, in Waterford, WI, the daughter of Gilbert and Esther (Matheson) Kaebisch.
She graduated from Burlington High School.

Wed
19
Jul

SCOTT D. HODGSON

Scott David Hodgson, age 54, passed away on Friday, July 14, 2017, in Carmel, IN, after a courageous battle with cancer. A memorial service will be held in New Glarus, WI at a later date.
A full obituary with service details will appear later.
www.bealfuneralhomes.com

Wed
19
Jul

New Glarus Blood Drive Committee Asks You To Help Make Blood Drive Successful

Dear New Glarus area and neighbors,
The August 4th Community Blood Drive is rapidly coming upon us. This drive will be hosted by Swiss UCC. The usual times, Noon to 6:00 p.m., for your convenience and the great location of the air conditioned New Glarus Bible Church gym.

Wed
19
Jul

Premier Cooperative Donates $16,000 to Local Food Pantries Throughout Southwest Wisconsin

During the month of June, Premier Cooperative was honored to present many local food pantries throughout SW Wisconsin with cash donations totaling $16,000. Partnering with animal nutrition ingredient supplier NutraBlend, Premier’s donation was part of a national program called “Drive to Feed Kids.”

Wed
19
Jul

Student News

<strong>Minnesota State Mankato Announces 2017 Spring Semester Dean’s List</strong>
The Academic High Honor and Honor Lists (Dean’s Lists) for the past spring semester at Minnesota State University, Mankato, have been announced by Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Marilyn Wells.

Wed
19
Jul

Fatal ATV Crash in Town of Primrose

On Sunday, July 16, 2017, at approximately 11:30 a.m., Dane County Sheriff’s Office Deputies were dispatched to an injury, ATV versus vehicle crash on CTH A near O’Connor Road, in the Town of Primrose. Personnel from the Belleville Police Department, along with Belleville EMS and Fitch-Rona EMS crews, assisted Deputies at the scene. UW MedFlight was requested, but resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful and the ATV driver, who was not wearing a helmet, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Wed
12
Jul

Monroe Clinic Enhances Family Birth & Women's Center Security

Starting July 5, 2017, the Family Birth & Women’s Center, located inside Monroe Clinic hospital, will become a locked unit, allowing only authorized visitors’ access to patients. As home to 500 births annually, Monroe Clinic has always placed the safety and security of their patients – moms and babies – as a top priority.
“Being a locked unit means we offer families the highest standard in security,” said Department Coach Whitney Lawler, RN. “Peace-of-mind is important to our patients, so we’ve added this feature to our security offering.”

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