3/3/22 Hometown Broadcasting News Thursday
3 March 2022 News
Second Man Sentenced For FDL Murder
A second Fond du Lac man responsible for the shooting death of 26-year-old Logan Foster in Fond du Lac on September 23rd of 2017 has been sentenced to life in prison. Twenty-six-year-old Devon Neuman will be eligible to ask for parole after 31 years in prison. Last July a jury found him guilty of first degree intentional homicide and carrying a concealed weapon. Last November 27-year-old Jesse Schultz was sentenced to 32 years in prison for his role in the murder. Foster was robbed of several hundred dollars during the shooting in the parking lot across the street from the Press Box Tavern in Fond du Lac. A friend had sent him the money.
Fire Damages Mobile Home In North Fond du Lac
Firefighters responded to a mobile home fire in the Village of North Fond du Lac Tuesday. When North Fond du Lac fire crews arrived smoke was coming from the front door of the home and the roof edge. The fire was found in the bedroom of the residence and was extinguished. No one was injured during the blaze. The two tenants were displaced and were assisted by the Red Cross. The fire did not appear to be suspicious. Fire Departments from Fond du Lac, Van Dyne and Ripon provided mutual aid at the scene.
Wild Rose Man Suspected Of Ninth OWI
The State Patrol early Wednesday afternoon arrested a Wild Rose man suspected of driving under the influence for a ninth time. At 12:18 pm a state trooper responded to a vehicle runoff on 17th Drive, north of Waushara County Highway MM, north of Wautoma. The driver, Charles Donald, showed signs of impairment. Donald was arrested after a subsequent investigation and field sobriety testing. It was his 9th OWI offense and he was also cited for operating with a revoked driver’s license and was placed on a probation and parole hold.
Pursuit Vehicle Located
The Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Department has been able to locate a vehicle that led deputies on a pursuit Monday. The Office reports it is still trying to identify the driver. A deputy tried to pull over the vehicle for a speeding violation but the driver refused to stop. The driver was a black man. Anyone with information regarding the incident or knowledge about the driver is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office at 920-929-3390. If you wish to remain anonymous you can leave a tip at 920-906-4777.
Task Force Disbanding
A member of the Ripon Community COVID-19 Task Force says they will soon disband because their tasks are complete. Jeff Puhlmann-Becker says during the beginning of the pandemic they helped fill a need in providing information and resources until those needs were filled by others. He says with the health crisis apparently winding down it is time for their membership to move on. Puhlmann-Becker says the combination of the number of people who have been vaccinated and those who have had COVID-19 and survived it may have created the herd immunity that health care experts have been hoping for the last two years.
Do Not Count On Proposed State Refund Check
State Senator Joan Ballweg says all the federal aid doled out during the pandemic is in part responsible for the inflation issues we are having now. She points out all told the state received $58 billion through CARES Act, ARPA and other aid. She says that’s about three times what our annual revenue is in Wisconsin. She says that doesn’t even count what we will receive through the infrastructure bill that Congress passed. Ballweg says on the other hand people shouldn’t count on getting a $150 check from the state proposed by Governor Evers as part of a projected $3.8 billion surplus. She says that isn’t likely to go through.
Blood Clot Awareness
A cardiologist with SSM Health’s Fond du Lac Regional Clinic says blood clots forming in the legs can be very dangerous and even life-threatening. Dr. Marc Atzenhoefer says a blood clot that forms in the leg is known as Deep Vein Thrombosis. He says there will be some swelling, pain, redness and other signs. He says sometimes that clot will move from the leg up to the lungs, which can put your life at risk. It is known as a Pulmonary Embolism and signs will include shortness of breath, light headedness, and even some chest discomfort. He says SSM Health’s Fond du Lac Regional Clinic has had great success in treating that type of condition. March is National Blood Clot Awareness Month.
United Way Fox Cities Successful Campaign
United Way Fox Cities’ supporters are gathering virtually today to celebrate a successful community campaign that raised more than $8.5 million. Generous community support makes it possible for United Way to continue to improve the lives of 1 in 3 people in the Fox Cities. United Way Fox Cities President Peter Gianopoulos says, “The incredible generosity of local companies and individuals means families are sheltered from homelessness and abuse, people find hope through counseling services, children receive the care they need to thrive to fullest potential, and so much more.”
RASD Distinguished Alumni Award
The Ripon Area School District is seeking nominations for its 2022 Distinguished Alumni Award. To be eligible for nomination, an individual must have graduated from Ripon High School at least ten years ago and have distinguished themselves through career and/or community involvement. A nomination form is available online and should be completed by Friday, April 1st. The award recipient will be recognized during the Homecoming celebration in the fall. A plaque with the portrait and a brief biography of the award recipient is hung in a permanent display at Ripon High School. This is the 19th year the Distinguished Alumni award will be presented. Last year’s award was presented to James Floros of the class of 1979. For more information call the Ripon High School Student Services Office at 920-748-4637.
Ripon Area School District Distinguished Alumni Award Nomination Form 2022 (google.com)
Oshkosh CDBG Grants
The City of Oshkosh is accepting grant proposals from local non-profit organizations for the 2022 program year. The program year runs from May 1st of 2022 through April 30th, 2023. The City will use federal Community Development Block Grant funds to support a variety of public service activities. The proposal must provide a direct benefit for low to moderate income residents of Oshkosh. Applications are due Monday, March 28th by 4:30 pm. The application is available on the City’s website. To get a copy of the application click on “CDBG 2022 Program Year Public Service Application” under the “News and Updates” section on the right hand side of the Economic Development Division webpage. Those with questions should call 920-236-5029.
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