Hometown Broadcasting News Tuesday 11/12/19
12 November 2019 News
Corn Dryer Fire Reported In Rosendale
Firefighters responded to a fire in a corn dryer on Rose-Eld Road in Rosendale late Sunday night. The fire was reported shortly after 11 pm. When crews arrived the dryer was fully engulfed. It was fully loaded with charcoal and corn and overheated. Fire crews were hampered in putting out flames by the cold and snow. No one was injured during the blaze at W1094 Rose Eld Road.
Duck Hunter Rescued From Horicon Marsh
A duck hunter in the Horicon Marsh ran into trouble when he lost his kayak last Friday. He lost it while picking up decoys and his waders filled with water in cold temperatures. While authorities were responding he was picked up by another hunter that was returning to a boat landing. The distressed hunter was transferred to a rescue team that was waiting down river and taken to a landing where Mayville EMS took care of him.
Resignation From Ripon CATV Committee
There’s a vacancy on Ripon’s Cable TV Committee. Mandy Hughes resigned from the committee Monday. In an email to committee members and city officials she said her responsibilities as Berlin’s Middle School Principal didn’t allow her time to attend meetings during the school year. She said she did enjoy her time on the committee. Ripon City Administrator Lori Rich says anyone interested in the position should contact her by calling 920-748-4914. Assignment to the committee is done through Mayoral appointment and the Common Council’s approval.
Vehicle Emergency Kit Suggested For Winter Driving
Fond du Lac County Communications and Emergency Management Director Bobbi Hicken says just like it’s important to have an emergency kit for your home, during the winter you need one for your car as well. She says no one plans to get stranded on a roadside during the winter, but it can happen and if that’s the case you need to be prepared. “People need to always be prepared to slide into a ditch or to get stranded on a road that isn’t plowed and in order to do that you need to make sure that can sustain yourself until help can arrive.” She suggests including food, water, a flashlight and batteries, and blankets for that kit. You should also consider a snow shovel, extra gloves and hats, and kitty litter or sand to help give your wheels traction on icy roads if you do get stuck.
Veterans Appreciation Event
The Ripon Senior Activity Center will host a veterans’ appreciation event at the center this Wednesday from 1 to 2 pm for area veterans. Center Executive Director Noreen Johnson says the social event is for veterans of any age. “We will have cookies and coffee, some sharing time just to let you know that we appreciate you and all you do and help you maybe connect with some other veterans. It’s open to veterans of any age not just seniors.” Johnson is a veteran herself and a member of the local American Legion Post.
Weather Impacting Leaf Pick Up
Despite snowy weather over the past two weeks efforts continue in Ripon for the annual leaf pick-up. The city’s Department of Public Works recently issued an advisory that they are continuing leaf pick-up as weather permits. Each truck used in the collection has a specific route that they will follow. Those who might have questions or concerns are asked to call the Public Works office at (920) 748-4909.
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