4/25/25 Hometown Broadcasting News Friday
25 April 2025 News
WAUPUN MAN FACING DRUG CHARGES
As a result of a Dodge County Drug Task Force investigation a 19-year-old Waupun man is facing 16 different charges including cocaine trafficking and possession, marijuana possession, 8 felony counts of bail jumping, and more. Bond was set at $10,000 cash during Aaron Montes’ initial court appearance Wednesday and a preliminary hearing is scheduled for next Thursday. Charges stem from a traffic stop Tuesday morning and a subsequent search of his home in the Town of Chester that afternoon. According to the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office prior to his arrest Tuesday, the task force had conducted multiple drug buys in which Montes sold cocaine. (Dodge County Jail photo).
BEAVER DAM SCAM ALERT
Beaver Dam Police are warning residents after seeing an increase in calls reporting scammers claiming to be with a federal agency. Police say the scammers are asking people to send them money through gift cards, crypto or other means. Recently one scammer sent a photo of an “ID” to a victim in Beaver Dam. The ID was for a “Jason Matthews” claiming he was an agent with the Federal Trade Commission. Police say it looks real, but is just another tool used to frighten the victim into making a bad decision regarding sending money or disclosing sensitive information. Police urge residents to contact them or talk with someone they know and trust if they feel something isn’t right. They point out once you send a scammer the gift card numbers or deposit money into a cryptocurrency ATM, your money isn’t likely to be recovered and there is little police can do to help. (Beaver Dam Police photo)
DRUG TAKE BACK DAY SATURDAY
The state’s Department of Justice tells us more than 170 events are planned across Wisconsin tomorrow for National Drug Take Back Day. In Wisconsin 275 law enforcement agencies will be participating in the take back events. State residents are encouraged to dispose of unwanted and unused medications. Drug Take Back Day provides a safe, convenient and responsible means of disposal, while also educating the community about the potential abuse and consequences of improper storage and disposal of these medications. State Attorney General Josh Kaul says there are hundreds of permanent drug disposal boxes in Wisconsin where you can dispose of your unwanted and unused medications throughout the year. Many police stations, some hospitals and pharmacies have permanent drug drop boxes. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has an online list of those sites.
Dose of Reality: Drug Take Back Day | Wisconsin Department of Health Services
FDL COUNTY JAIL PROJECT UPDATE
Fond du Lac County Executive Sam Kaufman says they are in the discussion phase of taking a look at renovating the existing jail or building a new one. The Public Safety Committee decided it would be best if they held joint meetings about the jail project with the Highway, Airport, and Facilities Committee. Kaufman says it makes sense because the committees have responsibilities unique to their committees. Kaufman says they first have to consider whether it is possible to renovate the current jail or build a new jail in the parking lot across the street. The other possibility is a new facility out at the Highway Department grounds. But first he ordered soil borings at the current site and in the parking lot across the street. That will clear up speculation on whether the ground is stable enough to support a build. Results of the soil borings will become available next month. The findings will be presented to the joint committee and they will decide whether an engineer should be hired to take a look at stabilizing the existing jail and what the cost may be.
BGCTC LAUNCH NEW FACEBOOK PAGE
The Boys & Girls Club of the Tri-County Area is inviting Facebook users to like and follow their new Facebook page. Officials say they recently encountered an unexpected challenge and lost access to their original Facebook page, which served as a platform for sharing their stories, events, and successes. They recently launched their new Facebook page, which will continue to keep people connected with the impactful work being done by the Club.
To connect with their new Facebook page click here.
SAMARITAN CLINIC CASH RAFFLE
Tickets are on sale for the Agnesian HealthCare Foundation’s annual Samaritan Cash Raffle, with the top prize of $50,000. The drawing is scheduled for noon on Wednesday, May 14th on the SSM Health Greater Fond du Lac Facebook page. All told $80,000 in cash prizes will be given away. The SSM Health Samaritan Clinic opened in 1992 and provides health care to around 500 underinsured patients annually. The clinic is funded in part by donations through the Agnesian HealthCare Foundation and Samaritan Cash Raffle proceeds. Missy Tate is Clinical Operations Manager for SSM Health Fond du Lac Regional Clinic. She oversees the Samaritan Clinic which provides physical, vision, dental and mental health services to uninsured and underinsured patients. She says the clinic supports all the SSM Health Ministries within the Greater Fond du Lac area including Fond du Lac, Ripon, and Waupun. Tickets for the raffle are $50 each, four for $150 or nine for $300. They must be purchased in person by cash or check. They are available at a number of Fond du Lac and Waupun Area businesses and at SSM Health hospital information desks including St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac and Ripon Community Hospital.
MEMBERS SOUGHT FOR WOLF ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The state’s Department of Natural Resources is seeking qualified stakeholder applicants to serve on the DNR’s Wolf Advisory Committee. Applications will be accepted through Sunday, May 4th at 11:59 pm. The purpose of the committee is to assist the DNR will the implementation of the Wisconsin Wolf Management Plan. Approved in 2023, the plan details the objectives, strategies, and products that will help guide wolf conservation and management efforts in the state. The committee provides input and recommendations to the DNR on various topics. The ten stakeholder seats will be divided evenly among five stakeholder categories with two seats for each group. Those categorical groups include; Hunting and Trapping, Agricultural and Ranching, Environmental, Conservation Science and Education, and At-Large. The link to apply can be found on the DNR’s Wolves in Wisconsin webpage under the Advisory Committee tab.
Wolves in Wisconsin | | Wisconsin DNR
MPTC BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY AWARDS
Moraine Park Technical College recognized its valued business and industry partners recently at the annual Business and Industry Partner Awards luncheon. The event at the Fond du Lac Campus Conference Center celebrated organizations and individuals who have made significant contributions to workforce innovation, education and development through their partnership with the College in 2024. The Employer of the Year was Seneca Foods Corporation. The Excellence in Partnership Award went to Apache Stainless Equipment Corporation. Washington County was celebrated as the New Partner of the Year. The Innovation Award went to St. Mary’s Springs Academy. Melissa Bielinski of Kleen Test received the Workforce Development Champion Award. You can read more about the event and the winners at the Moraine Park website.
Moraine Park Presents 2024 Business Partner Awards – MPTC Today
BERLIN STUDENTS SPIN STRAW INTO GOLD
The Berlin Area School District got to experience a first a couple of weeks ago with 40 students putting on a performance of “Rumpelstiltskin” throught the guidance of the Missoula Children’s Theatre. District Superintendent Emmett Durtschi says they had never been part of a Missoula production before. He says the Missoula instruction and practice made for some long days for the students leading up to the production but it was a unique and special experience. The show was put on Saturday, April 12th at the Berlin High School Auditorium. He says the performance of “Rumpelstiltskin” was part of their Community Education and Recreation program.
EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT BENEFITS RHS STEM WING
The STEM or Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics wing at Ripon High School now houses four beautiful, museum-quality display cases to showcase the Science Department’s collections. The project began as an idea for an Eagle Scout Project for a scout from Troop 735 and was launched nearly a year and a half ago. The scout knew that the school needed professional-grade display cases, but the cost was far beyond the Science Department’s budget. From researching designs and fundraising to sourcing materials and coordinating volunteers, every step of the project was taken with care, purpose, and a heart for service. The results are stunning display cases that enhance the school environment and help celebrate science and learning each day.
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