10/21/22 Hometown Broadcasting News Friday
21 October 2022 News
Former Winneconne Teacher Bound Over For Trial On Child Enticement Charges
A Kimberly teacher charged with child enticement in Winnebago County court has been bound over for trial. Twenty-four-year-old Brian Brown of Oshkosh is suspected of sending inappropriate pictures and messages via Snapchat to three of his former students at Winneconne High School. During a preliminary hearing yesterday a judge found probable cause to bind Brown over for trial. A criminal complaint alleged Brown added former students to his Snapchat, and the victims say the messages began friendly. However, the victims say messages started getting “weird.” He is charged with child enticement-prostitution, soliciting intimate representation from a minor, exposing a child to harmful material, and disorderly conduct. He will be back in court on November 21st. Brown was placed on leave from the Kimberly School District.
Second Threat At Oshkosh Schools
Oshkosh Police investigated a social media post Thursday night that had been circulating among students. Just before 9 pm officers became aware of a post indicating a potential threat towards an Oshkosh School. They immediately began investigating and through that investigation made an arrest. The threat was unsubstantiated, but the investigation continues. It was the second threat against an Oshkosh School in the same day. Earlier in the day officers investigated an attempted swatting incident at South Park Middle School that was also unsubstantiated.
Oshkosh School Swatting Incident
The Oshkosh Police Department investigated the report of an incident at South Park Middle School involving a weapon Thursday morning. It was determined it was a swatting incident attempting to elicit a large scale law enforcement response to the school. Just before 10:30 officers received information that a caller contacted the dispatch center stating that there was a disturbance involving a weapon taking place at the school. The school’s resource officer was on the scene when the call was reported. The officer and additional officers checked the school and found no such incident occurring. Last night Oshkosh Police investigated a second threat posted on social media about an Oshkosh School. That threat was also unsubstantiated.
Growing Pains For New FDL County Accounting System
Fond du Lac County Executive Sam Kaufman told the County Board during his 2023 County Budget presentation this week that many of the county’s technology tools were outdated when he came into the office and he wanted to do something about that. He says the cloud-based Oracle Accounting System is a major step in the right direction. Kaufman told the board they ran into some problems while trying to integrate what the county has into the Oracle System. But he says they need to go forward with the new system despite the inconveniences during the transition. He says in the long run the Oracle System will be much more efficient. The 2023 Fond du Lac County Budget has been turned over to the Finance Committee for further consideration. County Supervisors will approve the budget next month.
Air Patrol Unit In Waupaca County Today
U.S. Highway 10 in Waupaca County has been targeted for aerial patrol enforcement by the State Patrol today. State Patrol pilots will team up with law enforcement on the ground looking for drivers who are speeding or driving aggressively. The Air Patrol Unit is one way to enhance public safety efforts. In July the aerial patrol was provided for U.S. Highway 45 in Waupaca County. Yesterday the enforcement effort was used on I-39 in Waushara County.
Ace Hardware Of Wautoma Honored
Officials with the state’s Department of Workforce Development Thursday presented an award to Ace Hardware of Wautoma as an exemplary employer for diverse and inclusive hiring practices that welcome individuals with disabilities into the workforce. State officials say Ace Hardware of Wautoma is creating a workplace environment to accommodate individuals of all abilities. Governor Toney Evers has proclaimed the month of October Disability Employment Awareness Month in Wisconsin to highlight businesses that recruit and hire people with disabilities and encourage other businesses to provide opportunities. The theme for the month is, “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation.”
Max Weinberg’s Jukebox At Thrasher Saturday
The legendary drummer for Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band and band leader for the Conan O’Brien Show, Max Weinberg brings his “Jukebox” performance to the historic Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake tomorrow night at 7:30. For Weinberg it is a return to the Thrasher. He says he really enjoyed the experience the last time because of the enthusiasm of those attending and their appreciation for the music. Weinberg and his four-piece group perform as Max Weinberg’s Jukebox-playing songs chosen by the audience from an unlimited repertoire of classic songs-everything from the Beatles to the Rolling Stones to Bruce and The E Street Band’s biggest hits. Tickets were going fast to see if they are still available call the Thrasher at 920-294-4279. They are $65 apiece.
10/8/22 Max Weinberg’s Jukebox to Play At Thrasher Opera House – Hometown Broadcasting
Waupun Craft And Vendor Fair
A craft and vendor fair at the Waupun Junior/Senior High School Commons Saturday and Sunday will benefit the Waupun Area Animal Shelter. Hours for the Pop into fall craft and vendor Fair are from 9 am to 4 pm each day. It will feature over 30 crafters and direct sales vendors, raffle baskets, and a bake sale. On Sunday from noon to 4 pm there will be trick or treating so people are encouraged to wear a costume and bring the kids. It’s free to attend and food will be available to purchase.
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