3/8/23 Hometown Broadcasting News Wednesday
8 March 2023 News
Winter Storm Watch
A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for Columbia, Dodge, Fond du Lac, Green Lake, and Marquette counties from 6 pm Thursday to Noon on Friday. Heavy snow is possible with up to 6 inches or more. In addition east to northeast winds could be gusting up to 35 miles an hour. Hazardous conditions could impact morning or evening commutes.
Oshkosh Woman Pleads NGI to Attempted Murder Charge
A psychiatric evaluation has been ordered for a 21-year-old Oshkosh woman charged with attempted first degree intentional homicide for allegedly stabbing her ex-boyfriend while she was dreaming. Morgan Lund was arraigned in Winnebago County court Monday and entered a not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect plea. The court ordered a psychiatric evaluation and she will be back in court on April 13th. She is being held in the County Jail on a $250,000 cash bond. On February 18th Lund allegedly stabbed her ex-boyfriend, who was staying with her. According to the criminal complaint she dreamt or imagined a figure was standing over the victim attacking him. She picked up a pair of scissors and began stabbing at the figure which was actually the victim. The victim suffered multiple stab wounds on his back and front side.
Menasha Man Facing Federal Child Porn Charges
A federal grand jury Tuesday returned a two-count indictment alleging a 24-year-old Menasha man distributed child pornography. According to court documents Colton Nelson used file sharing software to distribute digital videos and images of child pornography to undercover law enforcement. A subsequent search of his residence revealed thousands of images and videos containing child pornography located on electronic devices in his possession. He faces up to 20 years’ imprisonment if convicted of either charge. Nelson may also be fined up to $250,000 on each count. The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office investigated the case.
Third Anniversary Of Waupaca Man’s Disappearance
It’s been three years since a 22-year-old Waupaca man went missing, but the Waupaca County Sheriff’s Office hasn’t forgotten. On Monday the Sheriff’s Department posted Jon Jacob Morgan’s photo and physical description on their Facebook page. They say they are motivated by a desire to bring closure to Jake’s family. They are actively following up on tips, so if you have information call the Sheriff’s Department at 715-258-4466 or the Crime Stoppers at 1-888-258-9955. You can also submit a tip at www.P3tips.com. Monday was the third anniversary of Jon J. Morgan’s disappearance.
Ripon School Board Vacancy
The Ripon School Board is seeking applicants to fill a vacancy on the board. The Board accepted School Board Member Mellisa Wipijewski’s resignation during the board’s meeting on Tuesday, February 20th. The term for the open seat ends in April next year. Applicants should submit a written notice to School Board President David Scott by emailing him at scottda@ripon.k12.wi.us and also copy into the email Board Secretary Jolene Meyer at meyerj@ripon.k12.wi.us. You can also submit a hard copy via US mail or deliver the notice to the district office at 1120 Metomen Street, Ripon 54971. The deadline to submit is by 4 pm on Wednesday, March 22nd. The Board will interview all interested candidates at a special meeting on Monday, April 3rd at 6 pm in the Ripon High School Community Room. A majority vote of existing board members will be needed to fill the vacancy.
Budget Bomb
State Representative Alex Dallman says the Milwaukee Brewers asking for $290 million from the state to stay in the state beyond 2030 was a budget bomb they didn’t see coming. Dallman is a member of the Joint Finance Committee which shapes the state budget. He notes the Stadium District has enough funding until 2030 and the Brewers came up with a figure to keep them from moving. The state lawmaker from Green Lake says no one wants to see the Brewers leave. He says faced with a similar situation with the Milwaukee Bucks, Governor Walker was able to bring both sides of the aisle together for the best interests of all involved. He’s hoping a similar solution can be reached.
JFC Budget Listening Sessions
The Co-Chairs of the state’s Joint Finance Committee, Senator Howard Marklein and Representative Mark Born Tuesday announced four public hearings for the proposed State Budget. The meetings will be Wednesday, April 5th at the Waukesha County Expo Center in Waukesha, Tuesday, April 11th at the UW-Eau Claire Student Center in Eau Claire, Wednesday, April 12th at the Wilderness Resort Glacier Canyon Conference Center in Wisconsin Dells, and Wednesday, April 26th at the Lakeland Union High School in Minocqua. The public hearings will begin at 10 am and conclude at 5 pm. The JFC has also created an online portal to take comments.
https://legis.wisconsin.gov/topics/budgetcomments/
State Representative Budget Listening Sessions Rescheduled
State Representative Alex Dallman has announced the rescheduling of two budget listening sessions that were cancelled on February 9th due to winter weather. Those sessions are both on Thursday, March 16th. The first will be in the Portage City Council Chambers from 10 to 11 am and the second at the Killbourn Public Library in Wisconsin Dells from 11:30 to 12:30 pm. Listening sessions for constituents of the 41st State Assembly District provide an opportunity for constituents to offer their input, comments, and opinions regarding topics such as legislation, budget priorities, or assistance with state agencies. There may be a time limit for each attendee to speak.
Student Loan Forgiveness
Congressman Glenn Grothman says he’s hoping the U.S. Supreme Court will strike down President Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Program. The federal lawmaker from Glenbeulah feels the President doesn’t have the power to forgive loans for up to 40 million borrowers. The President’ plan would wipe out up to $20,000 in debt for each student loan. Congressman Grothman says things like that add to inflation which costs all of us. The high court isn’t expected to make its decision until June. If the Supreme Court rules the Biden program illegal the administration could still try to reissue the program in a different form under the Higher Education Act.
Jones Named Envision VP of Economic Development
Envision Greater Fond du Lac has hired Bob Jones to serve in the role of Vice President of Economic Development. Envision CEO and President Sadie Vander Velde says he brings with him a wealth of knowledge in economic development. Jones will be responsible for managing Envision’s economic development division. Jones says economic development is something he is passionate about. He most recently held the role of Economic Development Director for the City of Cuba City, Wisconsin.
Vetrepreneur Project
Salute the Troops of Fond du Lac and the Venture Project of Oshkosh has teamed up for the Vetrepreneur Project. The program offers local veteran entrepreneurs the opportunity to attend a 7-week small business accelerator program hosted by Venture Project. It will be held each Monday, April 10th through May 22nd at the Envision Greater Fond du Lac offices in Fond du Lac. Jason Turner is the Executive Director of Salute the Troops. He says those taking the program will learn what they need to know for a startup business. Veterans will be teamed with mentors to create a “demo” for their business which will go before a panel of judges on May 25th with the winner earning $5,000 in seed money from Salute the Troops. Any veterans interested in taking the free program can apply at the Salute the Troops.org website, but you need to apply by March 24th.
Vetrepreneur Project | Salute the Troops (salutethetroopswi.org)
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