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The Community Closet
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The Community Closet is sponsored by Bethany, Beth-lehem, Living Word, St. Rose, United Methodist and UCC Churches. Located at 1201 17th St. in the Pierce Furniture overflow building, is open every first and third Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome to take home, free of charge, gently used clothing for the entire family. Please come and shop or browse at your leisure.
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Brodhead Municipal Court
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September 2
Eric S. Beshel, 29, Ingleside, IL – Speeding – No Show/Default – $109.00 Amended to 9 mph over.
Brandon M. Zuehlke, 18, Brodhead – Disorderly Conduct – No Show/Default - $298.00.
James K. Aarstad, 21, Janesville, WI – Theft – Dismissed.
Sarah I. Anderson, 40, Monroe, WI – Theft – No Show/Warrant will be Issued.
Kaylie D. Archambault, 18, Orfordville, WI – Theft – No Show/Warrant will be Issued.
Richard L. Baertschi, 37, Orfordville, WI – Non-Registration of Vehicle – No Show/Default - $83.80.
Jean A. Baker, 52, Monroe, WI – Speeding – $139.20, amended to 16 mph over.
Paul K. Boedorn, 41, New Glarus, WI – Speeding – No Show/Default - $114.00, amended to 9 mph over.
Paul W. Buckham, 33, Brodhead – No Drivers License on Person - $101.40.
Ricky L. Coggins, 35, Brodhead – Speeding – No Show/Default - $88.80 amended to 9 mph over, Mandatory Seatbelt Violation - $10.00.
Casey R.N. Condon, 21, Brodhead – Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - $177.00.
Patrisha M. Coughlin, 21, Cherokee Village, AR – Theft – No Show/Warrant will be issued.
John F. Curtis, 37, Orfordville, WI – Non-Registration of Vehicle - $88.80.
Troy E. Darwin, 31, Beloit, WI – Issuance of Worthless Check – No Show/Warrant will be issued.
Teresa A. Derr, 42, Freeport, IL – Speeding - $88.80, amended to 9 mph over.
Jeff G. Edgerton, 48, Monroe, WI – Speeding - $114.00, amended to 9 mph over.
Russell T. Haman, 48, Janesville, WI – Speeding – No Show/Default – amended to 9 mph over.
Donald W. Harrington, 76, Janesville, WI – Speeding - $139.20, amended to 16 mph over.
Lisa K. Hauser, 51, Brodhead – 2 counts Issuance of Worthless Checks – Fine and Restitution agreement with court.
Derrick E. Heisz, 31, Brodhead – Zoning Violation – No Show/Default - $114.00.
Adam J. Horton, 21, Janesville, WI – Theft – No Show/Warrant will be issued.
Timothy J. Huffman, 20, Brodhead – Mandatory Seatbelt Violation – No Show/Default - $10.00.
Deborah J. Johnson, 46, Milton, WI – Speeding – No Show/Default - $114.00, amended to 9 mph over.
David L. Lancaster, 48, Pewaukee, WI – Operating While Intoxicated - $731.00, 7 month Revocation of Drivers License, Alcohol Assessment. Operating Left of Center - $121.60.
Angelo V. Locascio, 22, Brodhead – Theft – No Show/Warrant will be issued.
James M. Matias, 28, Twin Lakes, WI – Speeding – No Show/Default - $88.80, amended to 9 mph over.
James M. Norquay, 47, Monroe, WI – Speeding – No Show/Default - $114.00, amended to 9 mph over.
Brian A. Reed, 29, Orfordville, WI – Defective Muffler - $88.80.
Brian M. Reynolds, 46, Edgerton, WI – Speeding - $139.20, amended to 16 mph over.
Tina K. Straws, 46, Brodhead – Speeding - $139.20, amended to 16 mph over.
Jonathan L. Streich, 28, Orfordville, WI – Speeding - $114.00, amended to 9 mph over.
Jonathan Torres, 25, Albany, WI – Speeding – No Show/Default - $114.00, amended to 9 mph over. Operating without a Valid Drivers License - $114.00.
Danielle N. Tranberg, 24, Brodhead – Theft – No Show/Warrant will be issued.
Jessica R. Wells, 22, Monroe, WI – Speeding - $114.00, amended to 9 mph over.
Kellie A. Werba, 46, Round Lake, IL – Theft – No Show/Warrant will be issued.
Phillip J. Whitehead, 20, Monroe, WI – Theft – No Show/Warrant will be issued.
Chad E. Workman, 28, Davis, IL – Speeding – No Show/Default - $114.00, amended to 9 mph over.
Ellyn Popanz, Court Clerk
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Cub Scouts to meet
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Come and Join Cub Scouts. It is open to all boys in grades 1 to 5. There will be a meeting from 6 to 7 p.m. on Sept. 10 at Albrecht Elementary School.
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Brodhead historical society meets
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The regular meeting of the Brodhead Historical Society was held in the courtesy room of the Bank of Brodhead Monday, August 31th. John Bernstein called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m., and asked for a moment of silence for two Society members who passed in the last month.
A moment of silence was observed. The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved, and there was discussion of Covered Bridge Days. It was announced that the Class of ‘49 visited the Depot, and the Class of ‘59 was expected. A report regarding the Memorial Fund was given, and the balance stands at more than $9250. The report was approved.
The Historical Society is looking for hosts for lunch events. If interested please contact the Brodhead Historical Society on the internet at brodheadhistory.org. By telephone, they can be reached at (608) 897-4150.
After the business portion of the meeting, visiting historian Kay Demrow from Luther Valley Historical Society spoke about the Norwegian immigrants that made Green and Rock Counties their homes in the 1800s.
Following the meeting, members of the Historical Society shared desserts and coffee.
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Preschool library programs to start
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Preschoolers and their families are invited to share stories at the Brodhead Memorial Library every Friday throughout the school year.
Picture Book Stories will begin at 10 a.m. on Sept. 11 in the children’s room at the library. The half-hour program will feature stories, fingerplays and songs for 3 to 5 year olds.
Parents are encouraged to join their children while they listen and learn. There is no registration required to attend.
Themes for September story times are: Sept 11 - “Hands Can!” with games and activities to encourage hands-on skills; Sept. 18 - “Let’s Go on a Picnic!” featuring ideas for outdoor fall fun; and Sept. 25 - “Cats Are Here!” featuring silly rhyming stories and songs about cats. The Brodhead Memorial Library offers a variety of materials and programs for young people. Call the library at 897-4070 or stop in for more information regarding youth services.
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Green-Rock Audubon outing is Sept. 16
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On Wednesday, September 16 at 6 p.m. there will be a Green-Rock Audubon outing to the Ivan Gobeli prairie gardens and aviaries. Ivan and Marlene have created a landscape that is a magnet for birds, butterflies and other wild creatures, along with fish ponds, a dovecote and of course, ,Ivan’s amazing exotic birds.
Their home is at N2028 Steiner RD. Monroe. From Monroe follow Hwy 69 south 1/2 mi, to Franklin Rd, ‘R’ turn, follow Franklin Rd 3.2 mi to Steiner Rd, turn ‘L’ ;Gobeli residence is first place on ‘L’. For information call 325-6948 or 558-6710. The public is welcome.
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Family film night planned at church
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The Church of the Nazarene, 1004 13th, Brodhead, will hold a family film night on Saturday, Sept. 19 at 6:45 p.m.
“Down and Derby” by Feature Family Films will be the attraction. In the movie, Ace Montana always wins first place in everything. “Chaos reigns in this hilarious comedy when three obsessed dads take over building their sons’ pinewood derby cars with the sole purpose of beating Ace’s clone-like son,” said Pastor Dave Krohn.
There is no charge for the movie, popcorn and a drink.
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Green County Sheriff’s Report
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All charges are accusations and a defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
The following incident occurred on Monday, August 31: M/V Crash: At 6:02 a.m., deputies were dispatched to a one-vehicle crash on Purintun Road at CTH F, Town of Mt. Pleasant. Rodney P. Whitehead, 20, Albany, was westbound on Purintun Rd. when he reported dense fog obscured his view of the stop sign at the intersection. Whitehead swerved and lost control on the pea-graveled road. The passenger side of his vehicle struck a stop sign and directional arrow sign, sustaining moderate damage. Whitehead continued through the intersection sideways and across CTH F where his vehicle came to rest off of the south side of the roadway. Whitehead was not injured and was wearing his seatbelt. The vehicle was not equipped with airbags. Whitehead drove the vehicle from the scene. The following incident occurred on Friday, September 4, 2009. MV CRASH: At approximately 9:11 p.m., deputies were called to investigate a report of a motor vehicle crash in the W500 Block of STH 11 in the Town of Spring Grove. An investigation revealed that a vehicle driven by William R. Austin, 44 of Brodhead was going Eastbound on STH 11 when a deer collided with his vehicle. Austin was wearing his seatbelt and the airbag did not deploy. He was not injured. The truck received moderate damage and he was able to drive the vehicle from the scene.
The following incidents occurred on Sunday, September 6, 2009. DISTURBANCE: At approximately 1:10 a.m. deputies were called to investigate a report of an assault that occurred at a residence on Doyle Road in the Town on Exeter. An investigation resulted in the arrest of Anthony P. Alongi, 19, of Albany for substantial battery and felony bail jumping. Alongi was also cited for underage consumption of alcohol. Additional charges are also pending an investigation into the alcohol party that was occurring at the residence.
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Brodhead Police Department
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All charges are accusations and a defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Aug. 31 Kari N. Lerch, 29, Juda, was cited for non-registration of a motor vehicle stemming from an incident on July 13. A court date was issued.
Dustin R. M. Hanson, 29, Brodhead, was cited for possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and obstructing an officer stemming from an incident on June 17. A court date was issued.
Sept. 2 4:02 p.m., Sandra K. Elsner, 59, Brodhead, was cited in the 1600 block West 7th Avenue for dog running at large. A court date was issued.
11:25 p.m., Cody L. Rader, 17, Brodhead, was cited in the 200 block East 3rd Avenue for obstructing an officer. A court date was issued.
Sept. 3 1:26 p.m., George A. Byam, 72, Whitewater, was cited in the 600 block 1st Street for speeding. A court date was issued.
Sept. 4 4:55 a.m., Michael H. Green, 38, Milwaukee, was cited in the 600 block 1st Street for speeding. A court date was issued.
2:18 p.m., Lowe L. Berziski, 49, Brodhead, was cited in the 500 block 4th Street for mandatory seatbelt. A court date was issued.
8:44 p.m., Stephanie V. Nordeng, 17, Brodhead, was arrested in the 1700 block West 9th Avenue for possession of drug paraphernalia. She was released pending court.
Assists/calls for the week: Registration assists 42, citizen assists 29, agency assists 4, traffic stops w/o citations 15, 9-1-1 hang ups/BEEMS 6, NSF check cases 0, parking 0, fire calls 1, EMS calls 5.
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Bank of Brodhead plans ‘Shred Fest’ Saturday
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The Bank of Brodhead will be holding a “ShredFest” on Saturday, Sept. 12, giving the public an opportunity to shred documents for free from 8:30 until 11 a.m. at its location at 806 E. Exchange St. in Brodhead.
The public is encouraged to bring up to three to five boxes of documents for shredding by Shred It, a leading onsite document destruction company. Examples of sensitive documents include old tax returns, old checks, pre-approved credit card offers, bank and credit statements, bill receipts, old real estate documents, receipts, old real estate documents, junk mail with personal information, dated pay stubs with personal information, etc.
Consumer fraud and identity theft are becoming an epidemic in our communities. To raise awareness and to promote prevention, Shred-It organizes community shred events such as this one at the Bank of Brodhead.
The company’s Gold Operational Standards, unparalleled in the industry, ensure that consistent quality of service is delivered to every customer, regardless of location. According to independent customer surveys, those who use the service are satisfied with the security, as well as finding it very efficient.
The Bank of Brodhead asks that in return for the service, customers can bring a donation of school supplies. All donated school supplies will be delivered to local schools. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, contact Linda Wahl at 608-897-2121. It’s your identity, protect it!
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Mark your calendars for Optimist Bicycle Tour
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The 8th annual Sugar River Bike Tour and the Family Farm Bike Tour will take place on Saturday, Sept. 26.
Tours will begin and end at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Brodhead on lst Center Ave. next to the Depot Museum. Sponsored by the Brodhead Optimist Club, the Sugar River Tour will feature riders’ choice of a 50 mile or 100 mile route through the scenic countryside of€ Green and Rock counties; the Family Farm Bike Tour will include tours of four unusual farms.
Check-in and registration for both tours is from 7 until 9 a.m. at Veterans’ Park. The cost for the Sugar River Tour is $25 before Sept. 15 and $30 after that date; a registration form is available online at www.brodhead-optimist.org. Riders will receive a free custom duffle bag while supplies last. The Family Farm Tour is just $15 per family. Brochures that include registration forms for both tours are also available at the Brodhead Public Library, Pinnow Pharmacy, and Piggly Wiggly. Registration by phone and/or more information is available at the Brodhead Chamber of Commerce, 608-897-8411. Helmets are required for all. Farms included in the family tour are Scotch Hill Farm featuring goats, vegetable gardens, and soap: Sutter Horses; Hidden Sunset Dairy Farm; and Kinkoona Farm which operates in a sustainable manner raising exotic sheep and offering a variety of wool products. Riders may visit one or more of these farms in an eight to 25 mile loop. Maps will be provided at check-in.
The Sugar River Tour will include rest stations with free water, fruit, and high energy refreshments. SAG service (emergency roadside assistance) will be available for both tours until 3 p.m. A free lunch (barbeques, chips, and beverage) will be provided for all riders from 10:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the park.
After the ride there will be many more chances to enjoy Brodhead’s small-town hospitality, as the annual Autumnfest celebration will be in full swing including crafts, food stands, a beer tent, and live entertainment.
The Brodhead Optimist Club is dedicated to improving the lives of children. All proceeds from these tours will go toward fighting childhood cancer.
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Quentin needs a home
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QUENTIN
QUENTIN is a neutered male, domestic short-haired, 3 1/2 year old, buff tabby with white. He is a very calm, socialized boy that is a bit timid to start with, but warms up in good time. He prefers to lounge around and just watch everything going on around him. He will make a wonderful lap cat once he gets to know you. He loves attention but not too much.
Quentin is good with other cats but he prefers not to play, he will tolerate calmer dogs, and he has been good with children of all ages we have seen him with. If you have a place for this laid-back boy to chill, stop in or call the Green County Humane Society at 608-325-9600.
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