9/12/23 Hometown Broadcasting News Tuesday
12 September 2023 News
NFDL MAN CHARGED FOR DRUG OVERDOSE DEATH
Fond du Lac County prosecutors have brought a first degree reckless homicide charge and three fentanyl possession charges against a 38-year-old North Fond du Lac man suspected of supplying drugs in an overdose death. On September 23rd of last year North Fond du Lac Police responded to an ambulance call on Gaslight Drive. They found a vehicle parked in the driveway and the 25-year-old man inside Jorge Santos-Ron, was not breathing and had no pulse. He was later pronounced dead. The cause of death was determined to be drug-related. According to the criminal complaint police knew the Gaslight Drive address was connected with drug activity. An investigation determined “Gino” Eugene Jackson was supplying drugs, and Santos-Ron was dealing them for him. Using a confidential informant police set up controlled buys from Jackson in July and August of last year. They also got a warrant for his phone and got information that Jackson had contacted and messaged Santos-Ron.
CLINTONVILLE MAN CHARGED WITH MURDER MAKES INITIAL COURT APPEARANCE
The 19-year-old Clintonville man suspected of stabbing his 39-year-old mother to death in Clintonville made his initial court appearance in Waupaca County court Monday. Judge Raymond Huber denied a request from Jordan Peters’ attorneys to lower his bond from $1 million cash. The judge felt with possible life imprisonment on line if convicted there was a substantial likelihood of appearance issues. He also said he would leave the issue of appropriate bond up to the trial court. Peters is scheduled for a preliminary hearing next Tuesday. Peters had recently moved to Clintonville. His mother was visiting from Neenah Labor Day afternoon and the two were driving on Memorial Circle. Peters, who was in the front passenger seat, allegedly stabbed her in the chest. She was able to pull over and get out of the vehicle. She was taken to ThedaCare Regional Medical Center where she died. According to the criminal complaint Peters told investigators he was angry, thinking about the past, and reached a breaking point.”
FEDERAL LAWSUIT AGAINST DODGE COUNTY DISMISSED
A three-judge panel of the U.S. Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the dismissal of a federal civil rights lawsuit filed by Selepri Amachree against Dodge County, Sheriff Dale Schmidt, Investigator Robert Neuman, as well as several state and federal officials. A ruling was issued on April 21st and the deadline for any further appeal of the matter has now expired. Amachree, a Liberian Immigrant, sued Dodge County officials seeking $5 million in damages after U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agents detained him in 2017. The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin previously issued an order on March 11th, 2022 dismissing a federal civil rights lawsuit filed by Amachree. The recent ruling from the Seventh Circuit Court upheld that dismissal. In late 2016 Amachree had asked the Sheriff’s Office to be allowed to have professional visitation rights to the jail, which are usually reserved for attorneys and other professionals that require confidential communications. While a background check was being performed some disturbing information about Amachree’s criminal history was discovered. Sheriff Schmidt invited Amachree to a visit at the Sheriff’s Office in which the Sheriff denied visitation rights. Following the meeting federal ICE immigration agents took Amachree into custody. Dodge County has long had a contract with the federal government to house federal detainees and Amachree was held in the Dodge County Jail while his immigration case went through federal courts.
INMATE MISSING FROM FACILITY IN ONEIDA WISCONSIN
State Corrections officials are looking for a 38-year-old Green Bay man who walked away from the minimum-security Sanger B. Powers Correctional Center in Oneida. Dustin Bone was reported missing Monday. He had been moved from Stanley Correctional Institution to Powers at the end of June. Bone’s previous criminal history includes armed robbery, second degree recklessly endangering safety, felony eluding, vehicle theft, and more. Convictions were in Brown and Manitowoc County.
BGCTC MEETING NEEDS
An official with the Boys & Girls Club of the Tri-County Area says a new facility in Ripon will offer all the services they currently offer at their site in Berlin and maybe a little bit more. A Capital Campaign for the Ripon facility is ongoing hoping to raise about $11 million with nearly $9 million of that goal reached. Ground will be broken in Ripon when the goal is met. Club CEO Jason Presto says for older kids going to the club they will put more of an emphasis on preparing them for the work force then others clubs are doing. He says they will include skilled trades, job placement, and secondary education pursuit. He says they also know there is a need across the state for more child care opportunities and they will be providing more of that as well.
OSHKOSH JOB FAIR TODAY
More than 80 employers will be looking to fill roles at the Annual Oshkosh Area Job Fair at the Sunnyview Exposition Center in Oshkosh today. Hours are from 3 to 6 pm. Those who visit with at least five employers will receive $15 worth of food vouchers to be used from 4 to 7 pm at a food truck rally being held in conjunction with the job fair. Additional visits to sponsor booths will allow job seekers to be registered to win $150 cash cards. Employers have a wide mix of available positions including office, service, logistics, manufacturing, healthcare, and other professional positions. A complete list of all current employers registered for the fair can be found on the Fox Valley Workforce Development Board web site.
FVWDB Home (foxvalleywork.org)
LEARN TO LOVE LIBBY
If you would like to learn more about how to access and navigate the Ripon Public Library’s digital library a class is available next Tuesday called “Learn to Love Libby.” Susie Menk is the Adult and Teen Services Librarian for the Ripon Public Library. She uses “Libby” on her tablet and says it is convenient and will allow you to adjust the size of the font you’re reading, adjust the light, and store up to 10 books. Menk will be teaching the “Libby” class at 10 am next Tuesday morning at the Library. Class size is limited to six people so those interested in taking it should register by calling 920-748-6160. Menk says she will teach people how to upload “Libby” to their device and how to use its different features. The class will repeat for the next two months on the third Tuesday of each month.
NEW ALZHEIMER’S AND DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP WELCOMES CAREGIVERS
A new caregivers’ support group will begin meeting biweekly starting Wednesday, September 20th at Town Square Community Center in Green Lake. The group is open to anyone caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, with a purpose of providing mutual support, ideas, and understanding in a caring and confidential environment. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 83 percent of the help provided to older adults in the U.S. comes from family members, friends, or other unpaid caregivers. Nearly half of all caregivers who provide help to older adults do so for someone living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia. Following the initial meeting on September 20th, the support group will meet from 10 to 11:30 am on the first and third Wednesday of each month in Town Square’s Club Room. There is no charge to participate.
LEDGE GAMES
On Saturday, September 30th there will be plenty of flannel at The Ledge Games-a family-friendly competition held at Red Cabin at Green Acres in Eden. Each year, the event proceeds support The Ledge Games scholarship established through the Moraine Park Foundation which focuses on engineering, manufacturing, and technology programs at Moraine Park Technical College. The event, co-founded in 2016 by Tyler Oestreich of Eden and Josh Michels of Fond du Lac has generated over $55,000 in scholarships for 92 MPTC students. In 2022, the competition raised $10,000 which supported 20 MPTC students. Participants compete in caber toss, hammer toss, archery, keg toss, speed chop and axe throwing. There are three divisions: Man of the Ledge, Woman of the Ledge, and the Mentor Division for those 55 or older. Spectators are welcome to join the fun and cheer on their friends and family members. Registration can be completed online.
2023 Ledge Games Registration – $40 — The Ledge Games
QUEST INTERIORS ANNIVERSARY
Quest Interiors is celebrating its 20th Anniversary with specials sales the next few months. Mark Kastein of Quest Interiors says they started out as Floor Quest 20 years when Mark and Tim Twohig began the business in Tim’s garage in Fond du Lac.The name change to Quest Interiors was made to reflect what they’ve become. In addition to flooring they now do cabinetry, countertops, and window treatments. They also have locations now in Oshkosh, Waukesha, and Sturtevant. Kastein says they make their own countertops and install it for residential and commercial customers. He says their inspired vinyl plank flooring is waterproof and very popular. He points out during their anniversary sale they will have special pricing and will be giving away a kitchen countertop remodel each of the next two months. People can register for the drawing at Quest Interiors USA.com. Information on all they have to offer is also available on the website.
Quest Interiors | #1 Flooring and Countertop Store in Wisconsin (questinteriorsusa.com)
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