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4 December 2018 News
Three Waupun Correctional Inmates Charged With Drug Dealing
Three inmates from Waupun Correctional are suspected of selling cocaine, heroin and marijuana at the prison. The trio Matthew Loverude, Matthew Newton and Tremaine Rogers are facing felony drug distribution charges. In August a cell search turned up three small balloons located inside a boot owned by Rogers that reportedly tested positive for the drugs. The 20-year-old Rogers told authorities Loverude and Newton were the main source of the drugs. The 34-year-old Loverude and 24-year-old Rogers made their initial appearances Monday while Newton will be in court next month.
Preventing Holiday Thefts
When it comes to securing your holiday packages whether in a vehicle or home keep them locked up tight and out of sight. Town of Ripon Police Chief Howard Stibb says a lot of people drive SUV’s so there are not trunks to stash your Christmas packages in when you are out shopping, so do your best to conceal them. “It’s always good to lock your vehicle and try and keep packages away from windows. Try not to put them in the back seat because people are going to see things there quicker. Keep it in the back and keep it as low as you possibly can that way you are not inviting trouble to come.” Chief Stibb also recommends keeping your home locked when you are away and keeping security lights on around the outside. He says many package thefts are crimes of opportunity so an unlocked car door is practically an invitation to a thief.
Flight For Life Planning Consolidation
Flight for Life will be consolidating its bases in Fond du Lac and Waukesha. The helicopter medical transport service announced late last week it has plans to run its operations out of a new facility. That facility will be located somewhere between Fond du Lac and Waukesha. Company officials say both communities will continue to have timely access to air transport services. No jobs are expected to be cut. Flight for Life also has a base in McHenry, Illinois.
Wisconsin Southern Railroad Projects In FDL And Winnebago Counties Get Funding
The state’s Department of Transportation says eight freight rail projects have been awarded state grants and loans. Wisconsin Southern Railroad will receive $11.5 million in grants and loans worth $1.4 million for six projects. Among those projects 7.5 miles of jointed rail will be replaced in Fond du Lac and Winnebago counties between Ripon and Pickett. Another Winnebago County project involves replacing a bridge on the Oshkosh Subdivision with a culvert. Wisconsin Southern Railroad will provide a $1.4 million match for the projects.
Winnebago County Sheriff’s Accreditation
The public is invited to weigh in on the accreditation for the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office. A team of assessors from the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Accreditation Group will arrive next Tuesday to examine all aspects of the Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff John Matz says accreditation is a highly prized recognition of law enforcement professional excellence. Community members are invited to offer comments by telephone. Phone calls can be made to the assessment team between the hours of 2:00 and 4:00 pm on Wednesday, December 12th. .The number for the non-recorded line is (920)236-7327. A copy of the accreditation standards is available at the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office.
Reservations Appreciated For Ripon Senior Center Christmas Party
The Ripon Senior Center is asking those who plan to attend their Christmas Party on Friday, December 14th to get in their RSVP’s. Center Director Noreen Johnson says making a reservation means you will only pay $5 for the luncheon versus $8 after the deadline, which is this Sunday. Webster’s Marketplace will be catering the meal. “10:45 is when our food will be served. It’s hot turkey sandwiches, roast beef or ham from Webster’s and then at 12:30 up in the Council Chambers Sandy Polzin and the Jazz Band will perform Christmas music about a half an hour.” To make your reservations call the Ripon Senior Center at 920-748-6225.
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