The Green County Law Enforcement Administrators Association, (GCLEAA), is therefore asking for help to bring the Christmas spirit to Green County families in need. A total of 100 percent of all proceeds from this fund drive go to the program, with police officers and deputies throughout the county volunteering their time to help bring a brighter Christmas to youngsters. With the help of police officers, volunteer organizations, Wal-Mart and others, GCLEAA was able to help over 60 kids last year, and we would like to help even more this year.

The YA Program covers a variety of career areas, including information technology, manufacturing, welding, hospitality and lodging, health services, and financial services. Job availability is a major limiting factor, however, making entrance into the program competitive.

Students must also be qualified and meet minimum requirements, such as a 2.0 grade-point average. In addition, each applicant needs recommendations from teachers, employers, and the principal, and an essay must also be submitted answering the question: Why should I be selected? This may sound like a lot of trouble to go through, but the benefits are well worth the work.

For instance, students earn money that can be put toward college tuition or specialized training. Also, credits earned from working can be transferred to many technical colleges, and in some cases, to four-year state colleges.

There are currently two seniors in Brodhead enrolled in the YA Program, Hannah Dean and Lindsey Swain. Both chose the Health Services category and are employed at Woods Crossing nursing home. “Some of the responsibilities,” says Lindsey, “include helping feed the residents, putting them to bed, and helping them with their mobility.” She shared that it feels rewarding to help people who can’t help themselves. Hannah also strongly agreed that the job is worth all the time it takes.

Lindsey’s hours are from 2:30 to 9:00 p.m., and Hannah’s are 5:30 to 9:30 a.m. Both girls mentioned that weekly reports need to be completed and signed by a supervisor, in order to ensure that they meet the required minimum of 450 hours in a year. “It’s not like you can’t still have fun,” says Hannah, when asked about the demanding schedule. “It’s really pretty balanced.” Still being able to attend practices for the school play, Hannah is glad to have time for herself. Lindsey and Hannah both wish to enter a nursing or healthcare career after high school. UW-Parkside and UW-Milwaukee are two colleges that Lindsey is considering. Hannah is interested in attending Blackhawk Technical College for radiography, and she has even considered moving to Austria for a career! Best to take things one step at a time, and for Lindsey and Hannah, involvement in the YA Program was a well-made first step.

Oct. 11 2:57 p.m. Melody A. Jones, 55, Beloit, was cited in the 700 block 23rd Street for speeding. A court date was issued.

Oct. 13 Timothy J. Huffman, 21, Brodhead, was cited for defective muffler stemming from an incident on Sept. 7. A court date was issued.

Oct. 16 10:08 p.m. A 17-year-old Brodhead female was cited in the 2500 block West 5th Avenue for operating a motor vehicle with an illegal passenger. A 16-year-old male was cited for riding illegally on a vehicle. A court date was cited for both.

Oct. 17 6:05 a.m. Scott A. Crabtree, 39, Watertown, was cited in the 600 block 1st Street for speeding. A court date was issued. 7:57 p.m. Scott R. Buttke, 39, Janesville, was cited in the 900 block of 1st Center Avenue for operating a vehicle after registration suspended. A court date was issued.

The following incident occurred on Saturday, October 17, 2009.

MV CRASH: At approximately 10:22 p.m., deputies were called to investigate a report of a motor vehicle crash at the Intersection of STH 11 and County Highway GG in the Town of Spring Grove.  An investigation revealed that a vehicle driven by Cody T. Sulzer, age 24 of Monroe was going Southbound on CTH GG when he failed to stop at the Intersection and collided with a second vehicle that was westbound on STH 11 and driven by Arnold E. Johnson, age 81 of Brodhead.  The airbags deployed in both vehicles. All of the occupants were wearing seatbelts. Sulzer was not injured.  Arnold and his passenger, Joan H. Johnson, age 77 of Brodhead sustained injuries and were transported by EMS to the Monroe Clinic ER. Both vehicles received severe damage and were towed from the scene.  Sulzer was arrested for first offense operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicants. He was incarcerated in the Green County Jail. 

The following incidents occurred on Sunday, October 18, 2009:

M/V Crash: At 4:24 p.m. deputies were dispatched to the N6300 Block of STH 104, in the Town of Albany, for a traffic crash. Howard A. Krupke, 77, Brodhead, collided with a deer, causing moderate damage. Seatbelts worn, no injury and airbags did not deploy. Vehicle driven from the scene by the driver.

General Halloween Safety Tips Trick-or- Treaters * Obey traffic signals * Stay in familiar neighborhoods * Don’t cut across yards or driveways. * Wear a watch you can read in the dark. * Make sure costumes don’t drag on the ground. * Shoes should fit even if they don’t go with your costume. * Wear clothing with reflective markings or tape. * Stay away from and don’t pet animals.

Parents * If your children go on their own, have them wear a watch that can be read in the dark. * If you buy a costume, look for one made of flame-retardant material. * Older children should know where to reach you and when to be home. * You should know where they’re going. * Look at candy wrapping carefully and toss out anything that looks suspect.