4/2/25 Hometown Broadcasting News Wednesday
2 April 2025 News
CHASE SUSPECT TURNS HIMSELF IN
A 39-year-old Fond du Lac man who led law enforcement officers on two separate chases covering 23.5 miles in Fond du Lac and Winnebago counties turned himself in at the Fond du Lac County Courthouse Tuesday. Following an initial court appearance Ronnie Johnson was booked into the County Jail. His bond was set at $500,000 cash. Charges included failing to maintain sex offender registry, sex offender failing to update information, sex offender use of a different name, sex offender failing to provide information, and two counts each of first-degree recklessly endangering safety, and vehicle operator fleeing or eluding an officer, in addition to a probation hold. Charges stem from two separate pursuits on February 27th that were terminated due to high speeds and the danger to the public. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for tomorrow. (Fond du Lac County Jail).
CONGRESSMAN GROTHMAN ON STATE SUPREME COURT RACE
Congressman Glenn Grothman says there was a lot at stake in Wisconsin’s State Supreme Court race Tuesday, which is why so much national money was spent on it. A win by liberal Dane County Judge Susan Crawford could signal the redrawing of Congressional boundaries which could favor Democrats if that meant special elections. Grothman says Republicans were backing Conservative Waukesha County Judge Brad Schimel. Crawford’s win could also mean revisiting photo ID at the polls, abortion rights, and unions. The race between the two circuit judges is the most expensive court race in history possibly exceeding $100 million.
WINNEBAGO COUNTY EXECUTIVE RACE WAS IMPORTANT
Oshkosh and Winnebago County voters had some important races to decide yesterday, but Oshkosh City Councilman Jacob Floam says perhaps the most important contested race was the one for County Executive. The race was between incumbent Jon Doemel and former State Representative Gordon Hintz. Floam feels the Winnebago County Executive’s position may be second only to the Governor in power in the state for an official who doesn’t have statewide authority. Floam says it is a tough job and it is demanding. Floam is a former Winnebago County supervisor who served on the County Board with Doemel. He says the county has over 1,100 employees. He notes the County Executive helps set the property tax levy and has a very strong veto pen. Hintz won the election.
PRESERVING GIRLS SPORTS
State Representative Alex Dallman cast his vote last month in favor of bills Republicans say preserve women’s sports exclusively for biological females. The state lawmaker from Markesan says over the past five years he has voted in favor of similar legislations several times, but each time it has been vetoed by the governor. He notes it has been an issue in the past year in the Presidential Election. Dallman points out that up to 80 percent of the residents in Wisconsin support it. He says its common sense that people don’t want boys in girls’ sports and they don’t want boys in girl’s locker rooms. The state legislation establishes guidelines that keep competition among those who share the same biological characteristics.
RIPON COLLEGE CPP EVENT
The Center for Politics and the People of Ripon College is holding the event: The Global U.S. and the War on Gaza: America, Israel, and the Politics of Religious Dissent tomorrow at 4:30 pm in the Kresge Little Theatre, East Hall. The speaker is Northwestern University Professor of Political Science and Professor and Chair of Religious Studies Elizabeth Shakman Hurd. During the event Hurd will discuss a chapter of her soon-to-be-released book, Heaven Has a Wall: Religion, Borders, and the Global United States to illuminate the recent debate surrounding the United States’ support for Israel in the Gaza war. The talk is sponsored by Ripon College’s Center for Politics and the People and is free and open to the public.
Hurd to speak on U.S. global influence amid Gaza conflict | Ripon College
MPTC PRO PATRIA AWARD
Moraine Park Technical College has been named the top Wisconsin public sector employer, earning the state Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Pro Patria Award from the Secretary of Defense for the second straight year. The College will be recognized on May 12th at the Breakfast with Leaders event in Milwaukee. The award is presented annually to one small, one large, and one public sector employer in their state or territory-and is the highest level award given at the state level. Recipients demonstrate the greatest support to Guard and Reserve employees through their leadership and practices, including adopting personnel policies that make it easier for employees to participate in the National Guard and Reserve. Moraine Park President Bonnie Baerwald says, “It is an extreme honor to be recognized two years in a row.”
BEST BURGER CONTEST DOWN TO ELITE EIGHT
The Wisconsin Beef Council recently revealed the Elite Eight finalists in the 2nd Annual Wisconsin’s Best Burger Contest. The Elite Eight restaurants that received the most nominations on the Wisconsin Beef Council website over the past month include 11:11 Burgers and Beignets in Fond du Lac, Brazen Head Pub in West Bend, Brothers on Oak in Baraboo, The Dump Bar & Grill in Cambria, Iron Horse Saloon in Hurley, Local Press Burger Bar in Kewaskum, Mihm’s Charcoal Grill in Menasha, and Straight Home Bar & Grill in Eland. Now, a secret panel of judges will travel to each location and evaluate the burgers. The champion will be unveiled on May 1st to kick off May Beef Month.
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