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Mon
31
Oct

Rooting for his Cubbies from heaven

Submitted by admin1 on Mon, 10/31/2016 - 13:28

For Chicago Cubs fans, it’s been a long 71 years since they’ve made it to the World Series. Before Guttenberg’s Dustin Eglseder passed away in 2008, he had one heck of a time at a Cubbies game. Now, he’s undoubtedly cheering them on from the best seat in the house­—up in heaven.

Dustin Egleseder was just 22 years old when he won the honor of singing “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” at Wrigley Field. He is pictured hoisting his replica statue of Harry Caray, in September 2007, less than a year before he passed away from bone cancer.

By Correne Martin

He genuinely lived by the Cubbies.

And, now, he’s rooting for them in the World Series—from heaven.

Dustin Eglseder, a young man from Guttenberg, Iowa, died from osteosarcoma in July 2008. He was just 23 years old.

Unfortunately, throughout his two short decades on earth, he never got to see his favorite team play in Major League Baseball’s championship game. Nor have many of the Chicago Cubs’ greatest fans, at least not since 1945, the last time they appeared in the World Series.

Yet, for this crew’s unbelievable season, it seems, Dustin’s got the best seat in the house.

Growing up in a home full of Cubs fans, Dustin never missed a game. He was turned on to them by his parents, Rose Eglseder (longtime employee at Crossing Rivers Health) and John Eglseder, both of Guttenberg, and by Rose’s dad, the late Howard “Joe” Vorwald—who was in the service for the Cubs’ title series 71 years ago.

Mon
31
Oct

Vehicle pulls out onto Marquette Road, hits bicyclist

Submitted by admin1 on Mon, 10/31/2016 - 12:32

Tri-State EMS and the Prairie du Chien Police Department responded Friday around 3:40 p.m. to a vehicle-versus-pedestrian collision at the intersection of Marquette Road and Crawford Street in Prairie du Chien. Bicyclist Chariety Kendall, of Prairie du Chien, was injured when she was struck by a Suburu Outback, driven by Laura Marchiando, of Onalaska. (Photo by Correne Martin)

Tri-State EMS and the Prairie du Chien Police Department responded Friday around 3:40 p.m. to a vehicle-versus-pedestrian collision at the intersection of Marquette Road and Crawford Street in Prairie du Chien.

The investigation revealed that Chariety Kendall, 39, of Prairie du Chien, was bicycling southbound on the sidewalk and crossing the roadway at Crawford Street when she was struck by a Suburu Outback, driven by Laura Marchiando, 45, of Onalaska. Marchiando was pulling out from the stop sign on Crawford Street onto South Marquette Road at the time of the collision, according to the Prairie du Chien Police Department.

Kendall complained of leg injuries and was transported to Crossing Rivers Health by Tri-State EMS. She was released Friday night with a hairline fracture to her ankle, along with bumps and bruises, she told reporters Monday.

Mon
31
Oct

Young driver rescued from river

Submitted by admin1 on Mon, 10/31/2016 - 12:31

On Saturday, Oct. 29, at 3:59 p.m., the Crawford County Dispatch Center was notified of an occupied vehicle in the water off State Highway 60 at Boydtown.

Hayllie Hayden Ronnfeldt, 18, of Boscobel, was driving a 2011 Ford Focus west on STH 60 at the Boydtown Boat Landing when her vehicle went into the Wisconsin River. Ronn-feldt went off the highway into the boat landing, then drove the car into the water. A passerby saw the car in the water and called 911. Reggie Lomas, of Wauzeka, who was driving by stopped and swam to the car, broke the window and got Ronnfeldt out and assisted her back to land.

Ronnfeldt was taken by rescue squad to Gundersen Hospital in Boscobel where she was treated.

The Ford Focus was a total loss.

Assisting at the scene was Wauzeka First Responders and Fire Department, Boscobel Rescue Squad, Boscobel Fire Department, Boscobel Police Department and Bob’s Towing.

The accident remains under investigation.

Mon
31
Oct

Substance abuse topic of program Nov. 9

Submitted by admin1 on Mon, 10/31/2016 - 12:31

A simulated teenager’s bedroom will be part of the substance abuse program held Wednesday, Nov. 9, at Crossing Rivers Health. Local law enforcement and youth development professionals are teaming up with the hospital to give a presentation about the misuse and abuse of substances in area communities.

By Correne Martin

Is substance abuse a problem or a crisis?

A panel of experts in the fields of law enforcement, medical and youth development are teaming up to provide an eye-opening presentation on substance abuse, the latest trends, what to look for when misuse or abuse is suspected, and where to turn for help. The town hall-style presentation will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 9, from 6 to 7 p.m., in the Crossing Rivers Health (CRH) George Family Education Center.

“Our goal is to be part of the solution and not the problem,” said Heidi Kirschbaum, emergency room coordinator at CRH.

The public is invited to attend and hear local professionals address problems in area communities regarding use and abuse of alcohol, heroin, meth, opioids (prescription drugs), etc.

Mon
31
Oct

PdCHS musical a comedy about a man-eating plant

Submitted by admin1 on Mon, 10/31/2016 - 12:28

Feed the need for musical hilarity with the delicious sci-fi smash about a man-eating plant, “Little Shop of Horrors.” Prairie du Chien High School is performing the musical Nov. 3-5 and 11-12. Thursday and Friday performances take place at 7:30 p.m., while Saturday performances include both 1 p.m. matinees and 7:30 p.m. showings, all in the Prairie du chien High School Theatre. Tickets can be purchased at the door.

“Little Shop of Horrors” has devoured the hearts of theatre goers for over 30 years. Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” “Beauty and the Beast,” and “Aladdin”) are the creative geniuses behind what has become one of the most popular shows in the world.

Mon
31
Oct

Wauzeka-Steuben School Budget

Submitted by admin on Mon, 10/31/2016 - 12:17

 

Wauzeka-Steuben School District asks residents 

to ‘be part of the solution’ regarding district budget

On Monday, Oct. 24, the Wauzeka-Steuben School District conducted its Annual Meeting. At this meeting, District Administrator Robert Sailer presented information on the basics of school funding for public schools in the state of Wisconsin. He also reviewed the financial history of the district and the projected expenditures and revenues for the 2016-2017 school year.  

Thu
27
Oct

Probable cause found in murder case

Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/27/2016 - 15:36

By Ted Pennekamp

 

Crawford County Circuit Court Judge Lynn Rider found probable cause Wednesday afternoon to proceed with the case involving a 49-year-old Georgia man charged in the death of his girlfriend in the town of Bridgeport on Oct. 5. 

Wed
26
Oct

A tail-wagging moment: Ground broken for animal shelter

Submitted by admin1 on Wed, 10/26/2016 - 12:08

Board members Jami Quick, Bev Pozega, Jill Cipra, Joe Kramer and Randy Paske.

Many of those attending brought their dogs.

The board unveiled the new sign at the location of the future animal shelter, on Cliffwood Drive, behind Country Inn and Suites

City Administrator Aaron Kramer handed RABAS vice-president Bev Pozega a donation from the city of Prairie du Chien for $15,000.

Rivers and Bluffs Animal Shelter officially broke ground Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 25, on the site of its future shelter on Cliffwood Drive, behind Country Inn and Suites. RABAS board members, volunteers and Top Notch Construction contractors Pete and Paul Langmeier were on site. Pictured (from left) are Paul Langmeier, Joe Kramer, Brandon Christensen, Joan Senn, Donna Heilmann, Randi Kluesner, Randy Paske, Bob Witt, Diane Witt, Mayor Dave Hemmer, City Administrator Aaron Kramer, Jill Cipra, Deb Eades, Tina Osterhaus and Bev Pozega with her golden doodle dog. (Also pictured) Sweetie, Paula Gutzmer’s therapy dog, was among at least a dozen canine companions at the groundbreaking who anxiously await the new shelter for their friends as well. More photos can be found at pdccourier.com or on the Courier Press’ Facebook page. (Photos by Correne Martin)

Wed
26
Oct

Items stolen from Freeman property

Submitted by admin1 on Wed, 10/26/2016 - 12:04

During the month of October, the Crawford County Sheriff’s Department received reports of theft from the property of 55245 County B in the township of Freeman. Several miscellaneous items of value have been stolen such as ammunition, hydraulic jacks, Milwaukee hammer-drill, Stihl pole chainsaw, money, etc.  

The Crawford County Crime Stoppers urges anyone having information about this or any other crimes to call 326-8933 or 1-866-779-PAYS. Anyone calling either of these numbers with a Crime Stoppers tip will remain anonymous and a reward of up to $1,000 will be paid for a tip which solves a crime with an arrest, charges being filed and/or recovery of stolen property.

Wed
26
Oct

Two charged with meth possession

Submitted by admin1 on Wed, 10/26/2016 - 12:03

A 62-year-old Muscoda man and a 52-year-old Steuben man have each been charged in Crawford County Circuit Court with one count of possession of methamphetamine as a party to a crime.

Kim Wardell and Kevin C. Crowley each face up to 3.5 years imprisonment and a $10,000 fine if convicted.

According to the criminal complaint, a Sheriff’s Department deputy stopped a vehicle in the town of Clayton because the driver was not wearing a seatbelt.

A small plastic baggie and a cigarette box containing another plastic baggie were found in the search. Both baggies had a white crystalline substance inside which is consistent with the physical characteristics of meth, the complaint said.

The passenger of the vehicle was Crowley and the driver of the vehicle was Wardell, the complaint said.

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