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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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| Jayson Ayres takes advantage of flying opportunity in military
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Jayson Ayres always wanted to get into the aviation industry. His father, Larry, was a helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War era. But it appeared Jayson’s vision, less than 20-20, would keep him from his dreams. That all changed recently when a new program accepting corrective laser surgery was introduced in military flight school. Jayson, under the advice of Dr. Gene Prudhon, went forward with laser surgery, applied to be a part of the program, and was accepted along with 99 others. “Dr. Prudhon was the key to all of this. He got it started,” Jayson said. Jayson is in the U.S. Army’s Warrant Officer Flight Training program (W.O.F.T.) and will be stationed in Fort Rucker, Alabama, with his wife, Mary, for the next year and a half. Mary has been in the army reserves for the past eight years. Jayson who recently finished his basic training will begin flight school for helicopter training on August 5. “There will be five years of monitoring, for those in the study, to see what happens,” Jayson. If all goes well, Jayson will be able to put in for six additional years in the Rotary Wing Flight Program, when his initial six years are up. The process leading up to selection for the study, which took about a year, included aptitude tests and a flight physical. “Hopefully this study will also open up the door for others,” Jayson said.
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| Amanda Green looks forward to reign as Green County Dairy Queen
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Hello. My name is Amanda Green and I am your 2002-2003 Green County Dairy Queen. My parents are Joseph and Joyce Green, and they were there when I was crowned on June 22, at the Green County’s Dairy Day in Blanchardville. As a newly crowned Dairy Queen, I am thrilled about this great opportunity to serve Green County and Wisconsin. Throughout my whole life. I have lived on a dairy farm. My parents raised my three older siblings and me on a large farm outside of Warren, Illinois. Some of my favorite childhood memories included doing chores with my family and working with animals. As well, I enjoyed showing people the farm, as it was located on a main highway and people would often visit. My family and I especially liked giving the local kindergartens a tour of the farm. We believed, and still do today, that it is essential for all consumers, and especially children, to have a good understanding of where their food comes from, as well as how good agricultural products are for them. Today, my parents and I live on a dairy farm near Browntown. We are quite busy, but we really like our farm. Also, one of my brothers works with my Dad on the farm. Together, we milk about sixty Holsteins, as well as raise heifers, take care of beef cows, feed out steers, and raise our own feed. I enjoy being outside to do chores, milk, and feed calves. This fall, I will be a senior at Monroe High School. In school, I participate in many activities in the Forensics, Band, Chorus, and volleyball programs. As well, I am in National Honor Society (where I will be treasurer next year), and on the high honor roll. Also, my family and I are parishioners at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Warren, Illinois, where I am a lector. My family supports and encourages my involvement in the community and school, as it helps me to meet new people, grow as a person, and help to strengthen the community. Ever since my family has lived here, we have truly enjoyed the picturesque rolling hills, our friendly neighbors, the exceptional community involvement, and the great resources of the area. My family and I believe living in Green County is wonderful! One of Green County’s most valuable resources is the Green County Agricultural Chest. The Ag Chest, as it is often called, is a volunteer organization. It was founded in the 1950s and yet, its objective remains: to promote Green County, its products, resources, and people, especially youth and youth activities, including agriculture, 4-H, home economics, and tourism. Essentially, the Ag Chest is able to give all of Green County a taste of what farm life is like (kind of like when we gave farm tours to the kindergartners, except on a much larger scale). By doing this, it promotes Green County’s most valuable asset — the family farm. Throughout the year, the Ag Chest sponsors Dairy Breakfasts, the Dairy Queens Program, supplies promotional material (like pencils and coloring books) to local grade schools, sells ice cream and cream puffs to provide tasty treats at local events, holds “Dairy Day” in June to give 4-Hers an opportunity to show their cattle and their showmanship, and much more. Many people volunteer a lot of time for these activities which benefit the community. The Ag Chest, as I said, is the sponsor of the Dairy Queen Program. There is no other program like it in the state of Wisconsin, and it is very impressive. It encourages young women to be active in their communities, support the dairy industry, and learn more about Green County and Wisconsin. I am very proud to be a part of this, and I am thrilled about all of the opportunities it will offer the other Queens and me. Some of the upcoming events we will be at are the Green County Fair, the Boone County Fair, the Roscoe Fall Festival, the Wisconsin State Fair, Monroe’s Cheese Days, the World Dairy Expo, and much more. As you can see, we will be quite busy, but all of us are excited that we will be at all of these special events throughout the area. Nonetheless, I believe the busiest person who is associated with the Queen Program (and the Ag Chest), is Heidi Miller, the “Queen Mother.” Heidi works with Shelby Roesslein, the Advisor to the Queens, to organize the events and chaperone the Queens. We really appreciate all of the work she puts in and we are thankful for all of her help. On June 20th, the Green County Dairy Queens Banquet was held. Throughout the day, the other Queens and I had been watched and interviewed by three judges who toured the Blanchardville area with us. That night at the Queens Banquet, we were asked “The Big Question.” It was, “If you could place ‘something’ in a time capsule that you feel BEST represents Wisconsin agriculture, and more specifically Green County agriculture, what would that ‘something’ be, and why would this be your choice?” Individually, most of us came up with a similar answer: the Green County’s best cheese from its thirteen cheese factories. We felt that this would give the future a “taste” of how wonderful Green County is today. On June 22, Green County Dairy Day was held at McKellar Park in Blanchardville. All of the Queens were present to pass out ribbons to the youth who were showing their cattle. As well, the other Queens and I served delicious ice cream and passed out tasty cheese. We had a lot of fun, even though it was quite hot. At one o’clock, the Dairy Day Parade was held, and was a lot of fun. At last, there was the much anticipated crowning of the 2002-2003 Green County Dairy Princess and Queen, Lindsey Dorn and I were thrilled to be chosen. We are looking forward to our new roles working for the Ag Chest, promoting dairy products, meeting new people, and serving Green County. This summer will be very busy for all of us Queens, but we know it will be a lot of fun working together. I wish you a safe, happy, and exciting summer, and I hope to see you at the upcoming Green County Fair. Thank you and have a great July.
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| Legal Reports
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Brodhead Police JUNE 23-29, 2002 At 3:04 p.m., Sunday, officers and Brodhead Area EMS responded to the 2100 block of 1st Center Avenue for a two vehicle accident with injuries. Allen E. Ermey, 31, Juda, was cited for inattentive driving after the vehicle he was driving struck a vehicle driven by Natalie A. Clarke, 18, Orfordville. Two patients from the Clarke vehicle were transported to Janesville Mercy Hospital for neck pain. Both vehicle were towed from the scene. Ermey was released with a court date. At 12:00 a.m., Monday, Jason A. Hardy, 18, Brodhead, was cited for non-registration of motor vehicle on 1st Center Avenue and 21st Street. He was released with a court date. At 8:50 p.m., Monday, officers responded to 7th Street and West 5th Avenue for a two vehicle accident without injuries. Scott L. Johnson, 33, Brodhead, was cited for failure to yield at uncontrolled intersection after the vehicle he was driving collided with a vehicle driven by John P. Purdy, 32, Brodhead. Purdy was also arrested for operating a motor vehicle while suspended. Both were released with court dates. At 12:36 p.m., Wednesday, officers responded to the 400 block of East 5th Avenue for a two vehicle accident without injuries. Nancy L. Frye, 62, Brodhead, was cited for inattentive driving and mandatory seat belt violation after the vehicle she was driving collided with a vehicle owned by Misty M. Brown, 29, Brodhead. Frye was released with a court date. At 11:00 p.m., Thursday, Justin P. Rundle, 17, Brodhead, was arrested for disorderly conduct and curfew violation after officers responded to the 800 block of East 2nd Avenue for a report of subjects ringing doorbells and opening vehicle doors. Eric W. Thommen, 17, Brodhead, was also cited for curfew violation. Both were released with a court date. The investigation continues. At 3:19 p.m., Friday, Damon M. Terronez, 24, Brodhead, was arrested on 17th Street and East 5th Avenue for operating a motor vehicle while suspended. He was released with a court date. At 1:45 a.m., Saturday, Matthew F. Goebel, 29, Durand, Illinois, was arrested in the 2400 block of 1st Center Avenue for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated and operating with a prohibited BA.C. He was issued a court date and released to a responsible party.
Green County Sheriff’s Report JUNE 24-30, 2002 At 4:51 p.m., Tuesday, Robert W. Lange, 19, Albany, was cited for speeding on CTH E. He was released pending court. At 9:08 a.m., Wednesday, deputies received a report of theft from a vehicle at W2948 Main Street, Juda, in Jefferson Township. Reports indicate that a camera and coupon book was stolen from the vehicle on June 23 or early on June 24. No value of items was given. No suspects, as investigation continues. At 1:56 a.m., Thursday, Michelle L. Loback, 27, Brodhead, was cited for operating after suspension on South Mill Street, Albany. At 11:13 a.m., Thursday, Pamela S. Gratz, 47, Brodhead, was cited for speeding on STH 11 and was released pending court. At 4:54 p.m., Thursday, Robert J. Heins, Jr., 32, Brodhead, was cited for speeding on Glenway Road. He was given a court date. At 1:40 a.m., Friday, Jed L. Keepers, 21, Albany, was cited for reckless driving on CTH E. He was given a court date. At 9:12 a.m., Friday, deputies received a report of a motor vehicle accident on STH 104. Reports indicate a car operated by Melisa A. Layemer, 25, Durand, Illinois, was northbound on STH 104 when she lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle left the roadway and stuck a tree. Layemer was transported to the UW Hospital by the Brooklyn EMS. The vehicle sustained severe damage to the driver’s side. The investigation is continuing. At 11:14 p.m., Saturday, deputies received a report of a domestic dispute at a rural Albany location. The investigation resulted in deputies arresting Steve A. Walters, 31, Albany, on a charge of disorderly conduct under domestic abuse. Walters posted the required cash bond and was released pending a court appearance. At 12:58 p.m., Sunday, Tara N. Kammes, 17, Juda, was cited for speeding on STH 59. At 1:53 p.m., Sunday, Paula J. Ralnwater, 41, Davis, Illinois, was cited for speeding on CTH S.
Real Estate Transfers Bank One to Terry S. Gould, lots five and seven, block 24, Railroad Addition, Albany
Monroe Police No one was injured in a two vehicle accident Friday, June 21, at 4th Avenue West and 10 1/2 Street, Monroe. Officers said a vehicle driven by Linda A. Strothman, 47, Brodhead, pulled away from a stop sign and struck a van driven by Wayne E. Martin, 59, Monroe. Both vehicles received moderate damage. Strothman was cited for failure to yield from a stop sign.
Rock County Circuit Court Kyle B. Disch, 17, Brodhead, two counts of disorderly conduct, $666. Nancy K. Schupbach, Brodhead, resisting and obstructing, $213.
Rock County Accidents A Brodhead teen was involved in a two-vehicle accident at about 10:20 p.m. Wednesday on County K at West Hafeman Road that sent two people to the hospital. Deputies said a car driven by Sky L. Ammann, 16, Brodhead, pulled out in front of and collided with a motorcycle driven by Mark A. Shones, 36, Machesney Park, Ill. Shones and his passenger, Jennifer B. Bonnike, 37, Machesney Park, were thrown from the cycle. Neither were wearing helmets. Bonnike suffered head and leg injuries and was transported via helicopter to Rockford Memorial Hospital. Shones, who had head and back injuries, was transported to Beloit Hospital and was later taken by helicopter to a Madison hospital. Ammann, who was wearing a seat belt, reported minor injuries but was not transported. He was cited for falling to yield from a stop sign. No further information was available. The Orfordville police and fire departments also responded.
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