News Archive for September 25, 2012
Walworth County sheriffs' deputies attacked by pit bulls during arrest
By STAFF - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
ELKHORN --
Two Walworth County sheriff's deputies responding to a disorderly conduct charge in Sugar Creek were attacked by pit bulls Saturday while attempting to arrest the dogs' owner, according to a news release from the Walworth County Sheriff's Office Tuesday.
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Janesville school unions request new contract
By FRANK SCHULTZ - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
JANESVILLE --
Three union locals representing Janesville School District employees Monday requested negotiations on a new contract.
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Milton struggles to get a handle on class sizes
By NEIL JOHNSON - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
MILTON --
The Milton School Board plans to assemble a community panel to come up with long-term solutions for growing class sizes in district elementary schools, but that's not all it is doing to fix the problem.
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Fatal crash results in multiple charges
By GAZETTE STAFF - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
TOWN OF SPRING VALLEY --
A Brodhead man has been arrested on charges of homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle and third-offense intoxicated driving.
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Not guilty plea entered for Beloit woman
By GAZETTE STAFF - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
JANESVILLE --
A Beloit woman stood mute late last week to charges that she took money from her employer, Janesville Brick and Tile, 1901 W. Court St., Janesville.
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Sun Prairie volleyball earns sweep against Parker
By GAZETTE STAFF - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
SUN PRAIRIE --
Parker High couldn't match Sun Prairie's prowess in a 3-0 loss Monday in Big Eight Conference volleyball.
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Public record for Sept. 25, 2012
By GAZETTE STAFF - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
Auxiliary kicks off Coats for Kids collection
By SHELLY BIRKELO - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
JANESVILLE --
Janesville Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary members began collecting Coats for Kids on Monday, and organizers believe demand for coats will be up this year.
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Some get a stay on sidewalks
By FRANK SCHULTZ - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
JANESVILLE --
Some property owners will be able to defer installation of sidewalks for up to 10 years under a recommendation by the Janesville City Council on Monday.
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Parker soccer prevails over Craig
By GAZETTE STAFF - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
JANESVILLE --
Craig and Parker High each entered Monday's Big Eight Conference boys soccer match hungry for a conference victory.
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Michigan cuts Lake Michigan Chinook stocking by two-thirds
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
LANSING, MICH. --
Lake Michigan's Chinook salmon are doing so well that Michigan has decided to sharply reduce its stocking of the popular game fish, the state announced Monday.
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Applications available for Ag Enterprise Area to help preserve farmland
By WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, TRADE AND CONSUMER PROTECTION - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
MADISON --
Farmers and local officials can now apply for 2013 Agricultural Enterprise Area designation, a process that can yield tax credits for farmers, keep land in agriculture, and stimulate the local farm economy.
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NFL upholds Seahawks' disputed win over Packers
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
NEW YORK --
The NFL upheld the Seahawks' disputed 14-12 win over the Green Bay Packers and resumed meetings with its locked-out officials in an attempt to resolve an impasse that has prompted torrents of criticism against the replacement refs.
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Federal panel hears arguments in Wis. union case
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
CHICAGO --
A federal appeals court in Chicago heard arguments Monday on the constitutionality of Wisconsin's law restricting collective bargaining by public employees — one of several related appeals working their way through the courts.
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Judge: Walker aide will be on trial, not Walker
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
MILWAUKEE --
A former top aide to Gov. Scott Walker is due for trial next month on misconduct charges, and the judge said Monday he'll make sure the case doesn't turn into a referendum on the governor.
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Fireworks display to light up Delavan-Darien’s homecoming
By DELAVAN-DARIEN SCHOOL DISTRICT - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
DELAVAN --
DELAVAN —Come for the game, stay for the fireworks.
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Wisconsin supermarket scanner price errors fall
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
MILWAUKEE --
Wisconsin consumers are getting less likely to be charged the wrong price for merchandise at supermarkets and other retail stores.
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Ball’s status uncertain for Nebraska game
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
Already off to an unsettled start to the season, Wisconsin now must prepare for a trip to Nebraska with running back Montee Ball’s status up in the air.
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Nebraska seeks payback vs. UW
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
LINCOLN, NEB. --
When Taylor Martinez and his Nebraska teammates needed an extra push to get through a summer workout, all they had to do was remember that cool October evening in Madison last year when Wisconsin gave them their Big Ten initiation.
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Olazabal arrives with prize
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
MEDINAH, ILL. --
Jose Maria Olazabal stepped off the plane carrying the Ryder Cup, a familiar sight considering that Europe has won six of the past eight times.
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Millionaire Neumann asks for money to pay bills
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
MADISON --
Multi-millionaire and former Republican U.S. Senate candidate Mark Neumann is asking for more money to help pay $152,000 in leftover bills from his losing campaign.
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Einstein’s brain is now interactive iPad app
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
CHICAGO --
The brain that revolutionized physics now can be downloaded as an app for $9.99. But it won’t help you win at Angry Birds.
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Before you head north, check the Fall Color Report
By STAFF - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
While only a smattering of trees are beginning to turn color in Walworth County, other counties in northwestern Wisconsin are in full glow mode—some cities like Boulder Junction, Eau Claire and Park Falls are already at 80 percent of their color peaks. Others, like Door County, are at about 50 percent. If you’re heading up north to catch the sights, check out the Wisconsin Fall Color Report from the Wisconsin Department of Tourism for maps, photos and more.
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Ref Rage: Seahawks stun Pack on final play, 14-12
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
SEATTLE --
Replacement ref rage peaked Monday night thanks to Seattle’s Golden Tate, and a bizarre touchdown call that will be debated, questioned and re-ignite frustrations over the locked-out officials.
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Death notices for Sept. 24, 2012
By GAZETTE STAFF - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
Peanut butter, lettuce and beef among recalled foods
By STAFF - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
Check your fridge and cupboards: several manufacturers have issued recalls for their products, according to a story by Fox6 News.
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Market spreads the word about organic foods
By DENNIS HINES, STATELINE NEWS - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
Although demand for organic food continues to grow, it’s often more expensive, putting it out of reach for many with a tight grocery budget.
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Missing an opening
By MICHAEL GERSON - Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012
WASHINGTON --
The workings of political karma are particularly cruel. Given persistent double-digit unemployment among Hispanics, and President Obama's cynical failure to push for immigration reform when he enjoyed House and Senate Democratic majorities, Republicans should have an opening with Latino voters.
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