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Tue
11
Feb

Letters to the Editor for the Week of Feb. 12

Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/11/2025 - 16:13

The Courier Press welcomes opinion letters up to 500 words from readers. Writers are limited to one letter, per topic, per month. Concise letters and those that offer a new perspective or add depth to the discussion of an issue are more likely to be printed. We reserve the right to reject letters at our discretion or edit for grammar, punctuation, length and clarity. Personal attacks, form letters or letter-writing campaigns are not accepted, and self-promoting letters from candidates for public office will not be published.

Tue
04
Feb

Lake Superior agates are a favorite among collectors

Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/04/2025 - 15:24

Several large face-polished Lake Superior agates from Minnesota, and a rough agates from the Mississippi River gravels here in Prairie du Chien. (Steve Van Kooten/Courier Press)

By Phil Burgess

 

Tue
28
Jan

Editorial: Gun Control

Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/28/2025 - 14:54

By Scott Walker, M.D.

 

Tue
14
Jan

Editorial: Guns, safety and youth

Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/14/2025 - 12:34

By Scott Walker, M.D.

 

Mon
23
Dec

Establishing a health care center in our community

Submitted by admin on Mon, 12/23/2024 - 11:54
[The Courier Press occassionally prints opinion pieces from members of the community on pertinent topics. Below is a submission from a Crawford County resident.]

 

Thu
07
Nov

River Ridge blanks host Bangor 27-0

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/07/2024 - 09:33

By A.J. Gates

Wed
15
Mar

Community Events

Submitted by admin1 on Wed, 03/15/2023 - 12:25

Rotary luncheon on cyber security and ransomware - The public is welcome to join the PdC Rotary Club Friday, March 17, at Huckleberry's Restaurant to learn at issues related to cyber security and ransomware. Hear from an expert in the field, Joe Ruskey with Dependable Solutions. Noon lunch offered for $15. Please RSVP by 9 am on March 17 to Bill at 608-412-2909 or join us at 12:20 pm to get a seat for the presentation.
Joe Ruskey, who has 30 years of experience in the IT Industry, will talk about how we navigate this ever changing landscape. Learn what you need to do to ensure you don't become another statistic. Understand the basics so you can mitigate your risks. Learn how you can protect your staff, your customers, and yourself from this threat.

Wed
19
Oct

Lions plastics collection project

Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/19/2022 - 10:13

Lions Club members: Wanda Everson (Seneca), Carol Crusan, Pete Prew (Prairie du Chien, Rodney Boardmen (Seneca), and Ken Leinweber (Prairie du Chien) worked to collect enough plastic items to receive a bench. (Contributed photo).

The Prairie du Chien and Seneca Lions Clubs have joined together to work for an environmental project. The Lions have been collecting very specific kinds of plastic for several months. For turning in 500 lbs., they will be receiving a park bench from NexTrex.The company uses the plastic in the manufacturing of deck boards and is selective in the types of plastic they are able to use in the process. 

Wed
12
Oct

Krazy Munchies offers great snacks

Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/12/2022 - 15:51

Krazy Munchies, owned by Ramon and Veronica Gonzalez (with giant scissors), is the newest snack shop in Prairie du Chien.  They offer patrons a unique snacking experience with their rolled ice cream treats, bubble waffle cones, nachos, corn in a cup, fruity drinks and so much more. Everyone is invited to stop in and get their picture taken at the selfie wall. Krazy Munchies is located at 103 E. Blackhawk Ave. (Photo by Linda Ginkel)

Wed
12
Oct

Finn's Donate T.V.

Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/12/2022 - 15:38

Ted and Janet Finn donated a 72-inch television to the Prairie du Chien Memorial Library. The library staff wish to extend a HUGE thank you to the Finn’s for their incredible donation. (Photo by Elisabeth Byers)

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