News Archive for December 21, 2010
Stiff penalty for Goodrich
By MARCIA NELESEN - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
JANESVILLE --
A Rock County judge Monday called Janesville businessman and minister Brad Goodrich a "con man" whose conduct was worse than that of a poisonous snake.
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Milton School Board gives OK to 4K
By NEIL JOHNSON - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
MILTON --
The Milton School Board on Monday approved a district proposal for 4-year-old kindergarten amid overwhelming support by board members who said the proposal was well timed and well planned.
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Crowding remains an issue at Walworth County Jail
By ANN MARIE AMES - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
ELKHORN --
It could be months before Walworth County is ready to launch programs designed to ease over-crowding at its jail.
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Nelson, Edgerton roll past Waterloo
By GAZETTE STAFF - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
Zach Nelson, an All-Rock Valley North selection last season, stepped up Monday night to help give Edgerton High’s boys basketball team a four-game winning streak.
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Former IT manager held liable for profits
By TED SULLIVAN - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
JANESVILLE --
Closing arguments are scheduled for today in the civil trial against the former Janesville School District information technology manager convicted of organizing a scheme to profit from district purchases.
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Lake Geneva Plan Commission favors rental amendment
By KEVIN HOFFMAN - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
LAKE GENEVA --
The Lake Geneva Plan Commission passed an amendment to a city ordinance regulating commercial lodging, though city officials admit it will do almost nothing to deter landlords illegally renting to tourists.
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Milton girls gain tie for lead
By GAZETTE STAFF - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
Milton High used a big finish Monday night to regain a share of first place in Badger South girls basketball.
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Highsmith sale sends 50 jobs to Madison
By JIM LEUTE - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
JANESVILLE --
Employees of library services provider Highsmith learned Monday that their work commute will soon take them to the Madison area instead of Janesville.
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Janesville police seek dog in Friday biting incident
By GAZETTE STAFF - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
JANESVILLE --
The Janesville Police Department needs help finding a dog that bit a Janesville person walking in the area of South Franklin and Van Buren streets around noon Friday.
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Newark gets 1-year reprieve
By GINA DUWE - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
NEWARK TOWNSHIP --
Newark Elementary will remain open next school year, but its future after that remains uncertain.
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Assemblyman elect from Janesville eager to serve
By STAN STRICKER - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
Knilans says he's still getting used to everyone at the Capital calling him "sir".
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Lake Geneva moves forward with stronger short-term rental rules
By KEVIN HOFFMAN - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
LAKE GENEVA --
Lake Geneva’s Plan Commission took the first step last night in enforcing stronger regulations that prevent landlords from illegally renting to tourists.
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Nass joins effort to repeal race-based school nickname law
By ASSOCIATED PRESS, GAZETTE STAFF - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
WHITEWATER --
State Rep. Steve Nass, R-Whitewater has drafted legislation to repeal a new state law aimed at eliminating Indian mascots and other race-based team names and logos in Wisconsin public schools.
In the state senate, Neal Kedzie and Mary Lazich are working on a similar bill.
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Death notices: Freel, Schultz, Wright, Januszewski
By GAZETTE STAFF - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
Walworth County death notices for dec. 21, 2010.
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A year after shutdown, Buell contemplates return to sportbike business
By DAN PLUTCHAK - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
EAST TROY --
It's been a year since Harley-Davidson folded its Buell motorcycle brand and closed the manufacturing facility in East Troy. Since then, found Erik Buell has been biding his time and waiting to get back into the street bike business.
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US gas demand should fall for good after '06 peak
By JONATHAN FAHEY - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
NEW YORK --
The country's thirst for gasoline is shrinking as cars and trucks become more fuel-efficient, the government mandates the use of more ethanol and people drive less.
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Foot injury sidelines Jennings
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
MILWAUKEE --
Bucks’ point guard out four to six weeks
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Playoffs still within reach for Packers
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
GREEN BAY --
As of Monday, the Green Bay Packers couldn’t say for sure that Aaron Rodgers will be able to play this weekend.
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Coughlin can only joke after disaster
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. --
Less than a day after watching his team give up 28 points in the final 7½ minutes and lose on a 65-yard punt return by DeSean Jackson on the final play of a 38-31 decision, Coughlin seemingly turned comedian.
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Aldridge, Blazers dominate Bucks
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
PORTLAND, ORE. --
LaMarcus Aldridge had 29 points and a career-high 19 rebounds, and the Portland Trail Blazers shook off injury problems to rout the Milwaukee Bucks 106-80 Monday night.
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Greinke likes Brewers’ attitude
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
MILWAUKEE --
Pitcher believes team trying to win right away
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Friedgen fired at Maryland
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
COLLEGE PARK, MD. --
Ralph Friedgen was fired as Maryland’s football coach Monday, effective after the Military Bowl on Dec. 29.
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United Way of Walworth County launches restaurant donation program
By NEWS RELEASE - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
ELKHORN --
For those who enjoy the fine art of dining out, United Way of Walworth County launches a new community restaurant program.
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Bears bury Vikings
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
MINNEAPOLIS --
Favre’s surprise start ended with a concussion, perhaps putting him out for good, and the Chicago Bears emerged from the first outdoor game in Minnesota in 29 years with another NFC North title.
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Death notices for Dec. 21, 2010
By GAZETTE STAFF - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
Memories of Christmas: Christmas joy came with a visit from her son
By MARGARET PLEVAK - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
Despite his struggles with health and injuries over the years, Judith Rolfs says her son brings the spirit of Christmas whenever he arrives for a visit.
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Lame-duck session: Only a few carping days left
By RICK HOROWITZ - Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010
“OK, we’re ready to start—thank you all for coming. This is a special emergency session of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Senators, and…”
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