Wednesday 8/29/18
29 August 2018 News
Medical Emergency Leads To Driver’s Death On Roland Kampo Bridge
Winnebago County Sheriff’s officials say a 44-year-old Appleton man died following a crash on the Roland Kampo Bridge last Friday. But they say Miguel Bardolla Vargas suffered a medical emergency just prior to the single-vehicle accident. Deputies say he was likely unconscious when his vehicle hit a retaining wall on the bridge, left the roadway and went down an embankment and into a retaining pond. A number of people who saw the accident tried to render aid to Vargas.
Drivers Ruining Fresh Pavement On Hwy 23 Project
As the State Highway 23 project between Fond du Lac and Rosendale enters its final stages contractors have a new worry. A shortcut between Fond du Lac and Rosendale using Forest Avenue Road caused some safety issues initially. Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Captain Ryan Waldschmidt says now contractors are reporting people are going around the barricades and ruining the fresh paving that is being done. He says, “People are still going around the barricades on Highway 23 and coming across the paving operation or driving on the brand new asphalt and causing issues out there so we need people to continue to follow that detour route.” Waldschmidt says if drivers will have patience for a few more days the highway should be opened up by the holiday weekend and flaggers will be used for the remainder of the project.
Chicago Man Charged For Armed Robbery In Dodge County
Prosecutors in Dodge County have charged a 30-year-old Chicago man for an armed robbery at a Town of Herman home. Bond was set at $25,000 cash when Travis White made his initial court appearance. White entered the home with a loaded handgun. He told investigators he needed the money to help a family member clear some serious debt. An accomplice was also arrested but has not yet been charged. A preliminary hearing has been scheduled for next month.
How Much More Rain Can We Take
With about a foot of rain across some areas of Wisconsin, how much more can we take? Fond du Lac County Communications and Emergency Management Director Bobbi Hicken says Monday night they got reports of localized street flooding and some wash outs, but no major damage. After last night’s rainfall she says we could use a break and sunny skies today could help. She says, “I don’t know. I’m loving the sun as it is kind of going away and it is kind of drying things out a little bit and the longer we can postpone the next round will be great and it really depends on how much and how fast.”
Warning About Flood Damaged Produce
The state’s Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection is warning produce growers and consumers about produce safety after a flooding event. They recommend throwing away any produce touched by flood water and never to sell produce from a flood-damaged garden. It typically takes at least one month after flooding for all contamination to be removed from a garden. Among the tips they offer is to discard all produce that is normally consumed raw or uncooked, and carefully evaluate produce you plan to cook or can. More information can be found at the UW-Extension’s horticulture website.
More Money Available For Drug Courts
More state funding is now available entering the third year of a five year grant cycle, to fund treatment and drug diversion programs. Attorney General Brad Schimel has worked with state agencies and local partners to expand available treatment and diversion programs to combat the ongoing fight against opioids and methamphetamine. Wisconsin’s Treatment Alternatives and Diversion Program has expanded from seven counties utilizing $700,000 in grant funding to 50 counties and two tribes utilizing $6.5 million annually. Among the area counties participating in adult drug or hybrid OWI drug courts are Dodge, Green Lake, and Waushara counties.
Boys And Girls Club Offers Classes On Careers And Independent Living
The program coordinator for the Boys & Girls Club of the Tri-County Area says they have programs for kids who want to explore careers or just relax and let their tension melt away. Megan Lamers of the Berlin-based Boys & Girls Club says their Career Cruising program takes them on the job to find out what it takes to do different jobs, whether it’s making a pizza or something else that might pique their interest. A newer program is called “Skills to Succeed.” She says, “It increases their knowledge of everyday living, so it is helping kids prepare for living independently and successfully whether that’s doing laundry, balancing a checkbook or making healthy meals from scratch.” She also points out that they have Zen Dens, which helps kids shed their tension or come down from high energy activities.
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