1/3/24 Hometown Broadcasting News Wednesday
3 January 2024 News
SUPSECT IN FATAL FDL COUNTY HIT AND RUN ARRESTED
Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s officials arrested a 19-year-old West Bend man suspected of hit-and-run causing death following another crash on Highway 45 in the Town of Auburn early Sunday morning. Five people were in a vehicle that went into the ditch and hit a culvert causing the vehicle to roll several times. Four people were ejected from the vehicle including the driver a 19-year-old Hartford woman. She was subsequently hit by a vehicle driven by the West Bend man and dragged three miles from the original crash site. She was pronounced dead. Four others involved in the initial rollover suffered injuries ranging from non-life-threatening to life-threatening. Investigators believe the people in the two vehicles knew each other and were traveling together. The West Bend man was arrested later that morning and is being held in the Fond du Lac County Jail pending an initial court appearance. More details are expected to be released when the District Attorney files a criminal complaint.
MISSING OSHKOSH MAN
Oshkosh Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 27-year-old Oshkosh man. Aaron Daily was last seen on the evening of December 24th. He was in the 700 block of Wisconsin Street and was wearing a distinctive black and orange puffy jacket with the number 8 on the back. He was also wearing black jeans and white shoes with red soles. Daily is a black man, 6 feet tall, weighs 130 pounds, and has black hair and brown eyes. He has long hair, typically kept in a ponytail. Anyone with information that might help locate him is asked to call the Oshkosh Police Department at 920-236-5700 or reach out to Detective Vang at 920-236-5741. If you wish to remain anonymous contact the Winnebago County Crime Stoppers at 920-231-8477. (Oshkosh Police Department photo).
INFANT FORMULA POWDER RECALL
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is alerting parents, caregivers, and health care providers that Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition has voluntarily recalled certain Nutramigen Hypoallergenic Infant Formula Powder products due to possible contamination. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the recall, and it is likely most of the product that was distributed in the U.S. has already been consumed. More information about the recall can be found at the FDA’s website.
RAFD REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY
The president of the Ripon Area Fire District Governing Board says the Report Card to the Community they released before the Christmas holidays is their way of informing residents about the strides they are making in improving the department. Ellen Sorensen says it shows how they moved forward, but also provides a record of what they still need to accomplish. For example they learned they needed FIT testing for the facemasks firefighters use during fires. If the mask doesn’t fit well noxious fumes from burning materials could cause harm to a firefighter. The FIT testing was completed. They also updated their CO2 extinguishers and made sure their trucks and equipment were up to Department of Transportation standards. Building maintenance issues including improving doors and putting in a camera surveillance system on the exterior of the building were also completed. Other topics covered in the report include Inspections, Training, social media, Personnel Management, Finances and more.
1/2/24 Ripon Area Fire District Report to the Community – Hometown Broadcasting
NATIONAL DEBT UNSUSTAINABLE
U.S. Senator Ron Johnson says we can’t afford to add to the National Debt. The federal lawmaker from Oshkosh says the Federal Government went on a spending spree after the pandemic. He says the total federal budget spending went from $4.4 trillion to a baseline of $6.4 trillion, $2 trillion higher. He says on paper it looks like $1.7 trillion was added to the National Debt in 2022 but that is only because $300 billion was added back from student loan forgiveness because it was ruled unconstitutional. Johnson points out a $34 trillion National Debt is unsustainable. He says he is trying to warn people about it, but he is not making much traction. The 2024 Federal Budget has yet to be approved, the federal government is operating through a continuing resolution right now.
VETERANS PARK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Fond du Lac County Executive Sam Kaufman says Veterans Park in Fond du Lac will be getting a facelift. He says he’s spoken to a number of veterans’ groups about it because the park has fallen into disrepair over the years and the staging area isn’t safe for those veterans with disabilities. Kaufman wants to set aside $100,000 from the recent sale of parkland north of Rosendale to get things started but he is certain with all the support from veterans’ groups and private corporations they will have enough money for the effort. Veterans’ groups and Twohig landscaping have put together a plan for improvements. He says the committee that was formed came up with a beautiful plan. He says among the planned improvements are a ramp area and staircase up to the staging area and donated stones honoring veterans that can also serve as a fundraising mechanism for the project. Sidewalks in the park and pillars will represent each branch of the military. He’s hoping that the improvements can be completed by Veterans Day.
NEW RECYCLING CAN BEING DELIVERED IN RIPON
Delivery of new recycling cans began on the east route in Ripon Tuesday. The cans are larger holding 96 gallons. Delivery of east route cans will continue this week. Old recycling cans should be left on the curb for removal after normal collection. New recycling cans will be delivered today. Due to the New Year Holiday, the east route collection day is Thursday. Residents are asked to place only the old can on the curb for collection tomorrow. Leave the old cans at the curb for removal after the collection. Removal of the old cans may take until Saturday. New recycling cans will be delivered on the west route next Monday and Tuesday. The old can should be placed on the curb for collection next Wednesday. After collection leave the old cans at the curb for removal. Removal of the old cans may take until Friday, January 12th. A map of the recycling collection routes can be found on the City’s website or Facebook page.
New (larger) recycling cans / January 2024 – What’s New – City of Ripon, Wisconsin
RADON TEST KITS
January is National Radon Action Month. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., and the leading cause among non-smokers. Radon is a gas that you can’t see, smell or taste. It comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in soil and rock and may collect in your home. In 2023, 48 percent of tests performed in Fond du Lac County had high levels of radon. Testing your home is the only way to know if you and your family are at risk. During the month of January, the short-term radon kits are available for $5 at the Fond du Lac County Health Department in Fond du Lac Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm. Kits may also be available at your local city or town clerk’s office. Short term radon test kits are available year-round for $10. Return your packaged and labeled radon test kit by noon on the following dates: January 16th, January 30th, February 13th, or February 27th to receive free shipping. For more information about radon, visit the Wisconsin Department of Health Services or County Health Department website, or by calling the Health Department at (920) 929-3085.
Radon Information for Wisconsin | Wisconsin Department of Health Services
ALICE APPLICANTS SOUGHT
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection invites individuals with a passion for promoting agriculture to apply to be the 77th Alice in Dairyland before the end of the month. Applicants should have an interest in Wisconsin agriculture, public speaking experience, and at least three years of experience, education, or training in communications, marketing, education, or public relations. Applicants must also be female, Wisconsin residents, and at least 21-years-old. The one-year, full-time, contractual position starts July 8th. The chosen candidate will travel extensively. The annual salary is $45,000 and includes holiday, vacation, and sick leave, and use of a state vehicle. To apply, provide a cover letter, completed application form, resume, and contact information for three professional references and send them to PO Box 8911, Madison Wisconsin 53708-8911 by 4:30 pm on January 31st. You can also email them to DATCPAlice@wisconsin.gov. Application materials are available on the Alice in Dairyland website. Qualified applicants will have a preliminary interview on February 24th at the DATCP Madison Office or via Microsoft Teams. The Alice in Dairyland Finals will be held in Door County May 2nd through the 4th.
Agricultural Marketing | Alice in Dairyland | Wisconsin; US
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