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Pub. L. 94–579, title VII, § 702,Oct. 21, 1976, 90 Stat. 2787, provided that the repeal made by section 702 is effective on and after Oct. 21, 1976, except such effective date to be on and after tenth anniversary of date of approval of this Act, Oct. 21, 1976, insofar as homestead laws apply to public lands in Alaska.
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Today's post on the reduction in web publication capability in Publisher 2010 comes to us from Jeff Bell. Jeff was the Group Program Manager for Publisher and Text Services during the development and release of Publisher 2010. For a number of versions, Publisher has filled a gap as an easy-to-use web site authoring tool sitting between the template-based web-hosted offerings and the designer-oriented desktop HTML editors. With Publisher 2010, we…


text: A Monkey That Hates Bananas? Thursday, August 01, 2013 9:21 a.m. by Jeff Frieders I've never seen a monkey that disliked bananas... ...and I still haven't. :) To be fair, I'm not even sure it's technically a monkey. Primate yes. Kind of primate, uncertain. But regardless, let that be a lesson to you the next time a primate says he's disinterested in your bananas.


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BioShock 2 MP DLC Already on Disc; 2K ExplainsBy Chris Faylor, Mar 12, 2010 10:40am PST The first piece of publisher 2K's "aggressive post-launch downloadable content plan" for BioShock 2 arrived yesterday, adding some new multiplayer characters, weapon upgrades and a higher rank cap in exchange for 400 Microsoft Points / $4.99.
However, buyers quickly noticed that the download itself was extremely small--23KB on PC, 108KB on Xbox 360 and 103KB on PlayStation 3--suggesting that the download wasn't adding new content, but rather unlocking content already on the game disc.
That suspicion was quickly addressed by 2K Games, which explained that this was done to avoid splitting the player base--if the data needed to support the multiplayer tweaks wasn't available to everyone, then those who hadn't purchased it wouldn't be able to properly play against those who had bought the extra characters and upgrades:
The way our engine and game structure works is that people need to have the exact same content for people to play together. One of the challenges with post launch content for MP is that it can split the player base, and we want to avoid that whenever possible. For this content, creating the DLC package the way we did allowed for us to not split the player base - so whether you purchase the new content or not, you can still play with your friends.
I know some of you have strong beliefs about DLC, and I'm not here to sway your opinion or convince you to buy our stuff - if you like what we're offering, I hope you get it and enjoy it. If it's not your speed, enjoy BioShock 2 as we released it.
I want to let you know that DLC is not interfering with our patching capabilities, which are a top priority and are still being actively worked on. We're committed to supporting you and making BioShock 2 the best experience possible.
Of course, that doesn't answer the core question of "if it's already on the disc, why not make it available to everyone from the get-go"--a possible but entirely theoretical answer to which could involve the content being made under the downloadable content budget, and thus requiring the additional fee to break even and/or turn a profit.
As noted above, this particular add-on ("Sinclair Solutions Tester Pack") is only the first in 2K's "aggressive" plans. It remains to be see whether the additional single-player and multiplayer content due across the coming months is already on the disc as well.
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By: Ruaerikoholic x Show Full PostI still think the MP on this game is terrible. Should have put everything into the SP.Mar 12, 2010 10:45am PSTI still think the MP on this game is terrible. Should have put everything into the SP. : Ruaerikoholic
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I am inclined to agree. : Milleh
I also agree, they did it to extend the logevity of the game , so people don't play and then forget it , ... : lordkosc
All in all I'll say that I enjoyed the MP (I'm old fashioned), but with this pay-for leveling up will pro... : steauengeglase
By: packav x Show Full Poston disc DLC is total lame.Mar 18, 2010 9:21pm PDTon disc DLC is total lame. : packav
By: abrasion x Show Full PostI have only purchased one piece of DLC for a game as an addon, otherwise the only download purchases I have are full games.
I will not purchase DLC addons again, ever.Mar 18, 2010 12:33am PDT
By: samduhman x Show Full Postand this is the perfect example of why I do not "buy" into DLC. Everytime DLC is announced for whatever game I totally ignore it. In the huge majority its a scam being carried out by the devs/pub to make more money. If more of us did the same, this leaving out content and charging us later for it would go away.
Give me a legit expansion pack or the next sequel.Mar 13, 2010 6:55am PSTand this is the perfect example of why I do not "buy" into DLC. Everytime DLC is announced for whatever g... : samduhman
By: SideShowHimself x Show Full PostA hooker already knows how to do the expensive stuff, you just have to pay extra for it. It appears all whores are the same.Mar 12, 2010 11:05am PSTA hooker already knows how to do the expensive stuff, you just have to pay extra for it. It appears all w... : SideShowHimself
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^-this : MondayJBlack
^ Bump for great justice. I would be inclined to say most console gamers have lower IQs then PC game... : Bensam123
Now this post isn't smug or superior! : SuperPirate
This is an awesome post. : MrBig0
Yep, because iq = deciding how much money equals how much fun. Good man.... Not to mention that it is ... : ComRaven
LMAO you nailed it. : Thund3rball
DING! : shredomatic
^ WINNER : metldude
a-fucking-men, brother : Korban
AHAHAHAHAHAH : SuperPirate
PQM - You Are Sleeping (original mix) : the archvile
Golf clap. : hectadectagon
By: Bensam123 x Show Full PostAnd now we're getting into more extreme versions of milking their players for everything they're worth. Why release the whole game when we can just release parts of it and charge more for the extras?!?!
Blizzards doing it too, except people actually bought into their BS and believe expansion packs are worth $50. The same thing goes for LFD2 (LFD always felt half done for some reason).
This is no different then the content being already finished and on their servers waiting for the release date. Just people somehow differentiate the two because they get transfered date and just blindly trust that it's post development.
Remember when DLC was called a patch and it was always free? Long live Teamfortress 2!
Mar 12, 2010 11:38am PSTAnd now we're getting into more extreme versions of milking their players for everything they're worth. W... : Bensam123
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Clearly the world owes you more. : robosextoid
LMAO! : monchipeters
Bend over a bit more please. : Bensam123
I'm not going to even bother addressing your first point. Your second though about WoW expansion packs? H... : MrBig0
We can't try to compare everything to the standard of TF2. (One of the greatest online multi-player game... : JediDwag
ITS A CONSIRACY : haysoos
By: PlayfulPuppy x Show Full PostJust for note to the people that think we're complaining about the 'new content' already being on the disc, that's not the point. The content being on the disc is the smoking gun that there was content made for this game during development that was intentionally withheld in order to get more money out of consumers.
The point of DLC is supposed to be to add new content after the game has been completed, rather than withholding content from the game and making the final product suffer in order to wrangle more money out of consumers. If you'll forgive a little hyperbole, it's a bit like if the game was originally designed to have 8 weapons, but then they decided to lock out 4 of them so they could sell them back to you later as DLC. The game comes out, and the game is noticably lacking in weapons (Enemies in far off alcoves that look like they're supposed to be sniped, but you have no sniper rifle). But wait, you can buy these weapons online! To use a real-world example; The Sims 3 was released and it was incredibly noticeable that a lot of stuff was missing, yet the missing items were actually available as DLC from the second the game launched.
You can say 'But you pay for more fun' all you like, it doesn't make the process any more despicable. Games are incredibly expensive to buy, and it's not fair on consumers to cripple games just so the publisher/developer can make more money AFTER you've discovered that stuff is absent. Some people might argue that games are expensive to develop as well, but the thing is if you're developing this stuff DURING the development cycle, then it's costing that development budget to make them. DLC is supposed to pay for the development time that went into creating that new content, not for double-dipping with us paying full price for a game and then paying AGAIN for content that was created in the same period.Mar 15, 2010 7:12pm PDT
By: TrustAvidity x Show Full PostI understand what they're doing and why they're doing it but I don't agree with it. It was annoying when Halo quarantined all the players without the new maps and prevented them from joining certain game modes. If the content is completely ready before the game even goes gold to the point of putting it on the disc, it should be included with the game. I am all for purchasing extra levels/maps for games as they're created and released after the main game is released but if it's finished beforehand and even included along with your purchase, it is pure BS that they charge you more for it to actually use it. What's to stop them from doing that with larger portions later? You get towards the end of the game and then it goes to a black screen... "To fight the final boss and save the world please insert $5 (400 points). 9... 8... 7 "Mar 13, 2010 10:39pm PST
By: Ruaerikoholic x Show Full PostThere's a 50+ page thread on this on the 2k forum. Everyone's pissed and 2k gave the worst excuse for this EVERMar 13, 2010 3:22pm PST
By: Pandilex x Show Full PostIt's shareware that you pay for!
Thank you for trying BIOSHOCK! If you liked this game, maybe you would consider buying the full version?Mar 13, 2010 11:22am PST
By: ckozlowski x Show Full PostI find it ironic that it's still called "Downloadable Content" even when it's preloaded on the disc.Mar 12, 2010 11:06am PSTI find it ironic that it's still called "Downloadable Content" even when it's preloaded on the disc. : ckozlowski
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Especially after paying for the disc. : DarthStank
you didn't pay for the disc. you paid or the game. you got the game. now they're giving you more game f... : Korban
But you already physically bought the content, they just locked it away from you. : 1Mystic-G
I dont like this explanation, if this were any other item it would be considered wrong. If I bought a car... : klearlyunseen
I find it ironic that you all complain about something THAT YOU DON'T HAVE TO BUY. If you don't approve, ... : snot3353
By: TurtlePerson2 x Show Full PostCompany of Heroes allows crossplay between people who do or don't own the expansions. They had a big patch to support the crossplay. 2K could have done the same thing with this.Mar 12, 2010 11:48am PSTCompany of Heroes allows crossplay between people who do or don't own the expansions. They had a big pat... : TurtlePerson2
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The "big Patch" was the armies you were missing : usedillusion
They just gave you the same content as the people who bought the expansion, but they locked you from usin... : TurtlePerson2
By: Ghillie x Show Full PostBattlefield Bad Company 2 was just like this. The VIP code released the "locked content" on the disc, however. Still, to have it on the disc and charge the owner is a joke.Mar 12, 2010 1:31pm PSTBattlefield Bad Company 2 was just like this. The VIP code released the "locked content" on the disc, how... : Ghillie
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By: MondayJBlack x Show Full PostWelcome to Avatar: a 3D Imax experience. If you'd like to see the ending, please pay an additional $5.Mar 12, 2010 11:28am PSTWelcome to Avatar: a 3D Imax experience. If you'd like to see the ending, please pay an additional $5. : MondayJBlack
By: headbone x Show Full PostThat explaination doesn't make any sense, Whether you download the content or it's already on the disc it's the same content. They created it and decided at some point to lock it away and make people pay for it later. It's hard not for the consumer to see this as gouging because it's doesn't feel like "new" content if it's been there the whole time.Mar 12, 2010 11:40am PSTThat explaination doesn't make any sense, Whether you download the content or it's already on the disc it... : headbone
By: paketep x Show Full PostAaaaaaaaaand more milking.
Why call it DLC if it's already in the disc?. Shouldn't it be ULC?.Mar 12, 2010 3:59pm PST
By: her0d x Show Full PostI can understand why people might be angry at this but instead of questioning whether or not it's right for the DLC to be on the disc and must be paid for to unlock... I think the real question should be, was the original game (without the DLC) worth the money you paid for it?Mar 12, 2010 1:48pm PSTI can understand why people might be angry at this but instead of questioning whether or not it's right f... : her0d
By: r_picmip 5 x Show Full PostI can't believe some of the posts here.
There are many people out there who seem to think any content more than $0 is a bad value. It's a flawed way of thinking about these things. Content, whether it's delivered on the internet or unlocked on the disc was the work of talented developers; you owe them, not the other way around.
Learn what software licensing is and stop equating digital content to something like a stereo system or a bag of chips. What retarded analogies.Mar 12, 2010 3:23pm PST
By: Iwannaacura x Show Full PostDid they fix this laggy multiplayer? I havent touched it since the first couple daysMar 12, 2010 12:39pm PSTDid they fix this laggy multiplayer? I havent touched it since the first couple days : Iwannaacura
By: booyaka x Show Full PostI did not like what they did to Borderlands, 3 DLC in very short succession and rather skimpy at that.
And now this BS.Mar 12, 2010 1:26pm PSTI did not like what they did to Borderlands, 3 DLC in very short succession and rather skimpy at that. A... : booyaka
By: the7dead x Show Full PostWhy is it a big deal if its already on the disc? Its completely irrelevant. On the disc, you download, you get a disc sent to you... whiners are whining that they HAVE it but can't use it. Support for small DLC is another topic, but really.. they are saving you bandwidth by having it on there already. And if you hate DLC, don't buy it. I know there are those who will spend their money on a new suit that does nothing but look slightly more pretty. A fool and his money are soon parted.Mar 12, 2010 12:25pm PSTWhy is it a big deal if its already on the disc? Its completely irrelevant. On the disc, you download, ... : the7dead
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By: hypn0t1c x Show Full PostWhy do we as gamers put up with this fuckin garbage? They could have a patch that patched the game to allow those without the content to play with those who do. Bottom line, this should have been free stuff for everyone who paid for the disc. That PR BS excuse is downright insulting to me.Mar 12, 2010 1:43pm PSTWhy do we as gamers put up with this fuckin garbage? They could have a patch that patched the game to all... : hypn0t1c
By: Liquid x Show Full PostWhen Bioshock 3 comes around, widescreen support will be a pay DLC.Mar 12, 2010 1:03pm PST
By: razlebol x Show Full PostWhat a fucking joke.
And they say that day one DLC is possible because of the time it takes for Microsoft and Sony to certificate a game... Fucking bullshit. They had to do it for the DLC on disc at the same time.Mar 12, 2010 1:42pm PST
By: MrPing1000 x Show Full PostThis gen will be fondly remembered for people paying for things that used to be free.
I don't know who's worse, the publishers or the people that buy dlc.Mar 12, 2010 11:05am PSTThis gen will be fondly remembered for people paying for things that used to be free. I don't know who... : MrPing1000
By: MysterD x Show Full PostI smell typical PR bullshit...Mar 12, 2010 1:34pm PSTI smell typical PR bullshit... : MysterD
By: GoldfishInAJarOfPickles x Show Full PostHaha I got the last laugh. I went and got one of those Bioshock 2 shirts from the events and DIDN'T BUY THE GAME.
Actually I don't care what they do, the game is too scary.Mar 12, 2010 11:29am PSTHaha I got the last laugh. I went and got one of those Bioshock 2 shirts from the events and DIDN'T BUY T... : GoldfishInAJarOfPickles
By: Mad Brahmin Disease x Show Full PostYeah, this is bullshit.Mar 12, 2010 1:04pm PSTYeah, this is bullshit. : Mad Brahmin Disease
By: ezanga x Show Full PostSeriously, this is just getting crazy. The nickel and diming has got to stop. The beauty of DLC is the way in which developers can provide meaningful additional content to an audience that wants more -- i.e. extend the value. But publishers that do this sort of stuff (looking at you too EA), create an impression among loyal customers that, nope, you didn't actually really buy the WHOLE game, you only bought just enough of it so that we could sell it to you at full price and still call it a "complete" game. HOWEVER, if you REALLY want to the whole game as it was designed version 1.0, well, you gotta fork over some more cash. AND, you know what, we'll even save you the time of downloading it, cause we'll just pack it into the retail disk cause we are nice. Really? REALLY??
I hear the arguments that its the consumer's choice, that its not required content, etc. etc. but the short of it is that it's SLEAZY. Charging for launch day DLC and unlockable "DLC" on disk to consumers who pay full price is SLEAZY and is a bad business practice.Mar 12, 2010 12:59pm PSTSeriously, this is just getting crazy. The nickel and diming has got to stop. The beauty of DLC is the ... : ezanga
By: ckozlowski x Show Full PostI posted this further below, so I apologize in advance for throwing it up here, but I really want to hear people take on this.
2K has shown, in line with what many already know, that DLC or other wise "add-on" or "unlocked" content (because face it, you're not downloading anything.) is planned from the outset of game development, not as a revisit to the title. $5 is another 10% over the base price of the game, for adding content that was at best, a minuscule blip in their development time. DLC/Unlockable content provides extraordinary high margins relative to the effort.
As 2K stated, they don't need to try and convince you verbally, the sales figures have shown that this stuff moves, regardless of the complaints on sites like Shack or otherwise. 2K did an excellent job of making the "added" content really accessible at a price that most people are willing to part with. But if you don't like the idea of spending $5 for some models and a sprite or two that were already part of the game's development cycle, then you might want to think about whether or not it's actually a value.Mar 12, 2010 12:01pm PSTI posted this further below, so I apologize in advance for throwing it up here, but I really want to hear... : ckozlowski
By: noxv1 x Show Full PostGames cost a lot more to make these days, gotta pick up the slack somewhere.Mar 12, 2010 12:30pm PST
By: spinx2 x Show Full Post2K what a pussy ass comment, just say you want to make money, and lots of it, and this stupid marketing decision is just away to make more money quick after the release...Mar 12, 2010 12:16pm PST
By: NoMessages x Show Full PostThis is why I don't like 2K :)Mar 12, 2010 12:01pm PSTThis is why I don't like 2K :) : NoMessages
By: Loxodrome x Show Full PostWhat a crock of shit! First no dedicated servers because "we wanted to avoid spreading ourselves too thin" and now this. Of course fragmenting the multiplayer community is a genuine issue -- that's why once upon a time stuff like this used to get released for free! I hope they had the foresight to put all the other DLC they plan to release on the disc already so they don't "fragment the community" with more paid content. Ugh. I think I just died a little more inside.Mar 12, 2010 11:56am PST
By: garrarg x Show Full PostIs it actually on the disc? The explanation doesn't say so explicitly, just that the content has been made available to everyone and the DLC is an unlocker to that content. But how that content was distributed -- and, crucially, when it was finished -- are left unanswered.
The last patch was pretty big, it could have been stuck in there and sent to everyone, like Burnout did for each release of its DLC. The explanation you link would still make sense if that's what she is talking about.
If it was actually complete and ready to be included on the disc at release time, selling it as an extra is pure greed.Mar 12, 2010 11:17am PSTIs it actually on the disc? The explanation doesn't say so explicitly, just that the content has been mad... : garrarg
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also, there's a limit to how big an xbox 360 patch can actually be--there's a reason the xbox 360 version... : Chris Faylor
By: azshack x Show Full PostSo people who don't shell out for the DLC are going to be playing against people with higher ranks and new weapons? In other words, the DLC will enable people who buy it to have a gameplay advantage over people who don't, and they're still going to play against each other?
This is one of those cases where splitting the player base might be worthwhile, honestly.Mar 12, 2010 11:01am PSTSo people who don't shell out for the DLC are going to be playing against people with higher ranks and ne... : azshack
By: at0micgarden x Show Full PostDoes this explanation make no sense at all to anyone else? Why the fuck would it fragment the player base when it's already on the disc? What the fuck? Why am I paying for content that I already bought? Oh wait, I didn't buy Bioshock 2 and now certainly won't. I'm beginning to hate these big publishers.Mar 12, 2010 10:47am PSTDoes this explanation make no sense at all to anyone else? Why the fuck would it fragment the player base... : at0micgarden
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I just re-read the statement a few times and I get it now, but I don't understand how this theory will ap... : at0micgarden
Reading disorder much? If the content wasn't already on the disc, a few people would buy it, install it, ... : caveatemptor
By: magicfucker x Show Full Postlol.. nice "explaination"Mar 12, 2010 10:58am PSTlol.. nice "explaination" : magicfucker
By: jarek99 x Show Full Posthave fun buying what youve already purchased!Mar 12, 2010 10:57am PST
By: Wikus Van De Merwe x Show Full PostThat's a half-bogus question. Why not just do things the relic way, and patch EVERYONE whenever you release new optional content?
Yes, I believe that having DLC already on disc is disingenuous .Mar 12, 2010 10:51am PST
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Waukesha man pleads not guilty to fondling 3-year-old girl
A 48-year-old Waukesha man pleaded not guilty at a Feb. 22 hearing to charges that he allegedly inappropriately touched his wife's 3-year-old step-granddaughter.
The man, who will not be identified to protect the victim, was charged on Feb. 7 in Waukesha County Circuit Court with first degree sexual assault, contact with a child under age 13. If convicted, the man could face up to 60 years in prison.
He is currently being held in the Waukesha County Jail and a request to reduce his $10,000 bail was denied at Friday's hearing.
According to the criminal complaint:
Waukesha police spoke with the 3-year-old's mother on Feb. 5, 2013. She said that earlier that morning she was taking her daughter to her mother's and stepfather's house, located on the 1000 block of Wilshire Place, when the girl mentioned "kissing boobies." The mother said the child's grandmother and her husband, the defendant, usually watched her daughter before and after school.» Read Full Article
Small plane crashes in Lannon
A small plane has crashed near Lannon and Good Hope Roads in the village of Lannon, according to the Waukesha County Sheriff dispatch and multiple media reports.
Authorities on the scene of where an ultralight aircraft may have had an emergency landing near the Bug Line Recreational Trail.
Some reports have said the plane crashed into some trees.
Town of Merton board to take action on municipal garbage/recycling contractBy Evan Frank
The Town of Merton board will take action on whether to adopt a resolution or not for the proposed municipal garbage/recycling contract at tonight's meeting, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Specifics for the proposed contract are here.
Merton Town Hall is located at W314N7624 Hwy 83, North Lake.
House fire in Pewaukee
City of Pewaukee — Several area departments responded to a residential fire on Oak Street at about 9:48 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21.
According to the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department, it is not thought that anyone was inside the home at the time of the fire.
Departments assisting the Pewaukee Fire Department were from the town of Brookfield, town of Delafield, village of Dousman, Oconomowoc, village of Sussex and Stone Bank.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Further details were unavailable before press time.
Melges IV wins Blue Chip regattaBy Chuck Delsman
Harry Melges IV, just 13, sailing out of Lake Geneva, won all six races in the 2014 E-Scow National Blue Chip Regatta last Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Pewaukee Lake and easily won the regatta title. He's the youngest winner of the event in the 49-year history of the meet.
Melges IV, grandson of Hall of Famer and America's Cup champion Buddy Melges, became just the third sailor to win every race at the E-Scow Blue Chip. Billy Allen of Lake Minnetonka did it twice and his brother Bobby accomplished it once.
Lake Geneva sailors finished first, second and third. Vincent Porter was second and Brian Porter was third.
Defending champion Augie Barkow of Pewaukee Lake took fourth place. Two Pewaukee sailors also cracked the top 10. Bob Biwer was sixth and Paul Biwer was 10th.
Pewaukee leaves no doubt against PiusBy Robert Van Groll
The Pewaukee football team came out on fire and never let up in a 45-13 win over the Milwaukee Pius XI Popes on Friday evening at Wisconsin Lutheran College, a matchup that moved the Pirates to 2-1 in Woodland Conference play after an 0-2 nonconference slate and league-opening loss to Greendale.
The Pirates received the opening kickoff and capped a 13 play, 83-yard drive with a 3-yard touchdown run from Jordan Jones. The Popes could do precious little on their first offensive drive of the night and went 3-and-out after being pushed back to their own 1-yard line. The subsequent punt by Joey Miller was returned to the Pius 16 by Evan Hansen to give the Pirates perfect field position for Aleczander Wandler to run the ball in for a touchdown on the next play.
Things continued to get worse for the Popes, as Pewaukee recovered a Pius fumble on the kickoff and started their its third offensive drive of the night on the Pius 21-yard line. Five plays later, Wandler ran for another touchdown and a 21-0 Pirates lead.
Pius came in with a 2-0 league mark, but it was clear which team had the upper hand at that point.
"We took the wind," said Pius coach George Machado, "and then we ended up playing with our backs to the goal line the entire first quarter, so the whole purpose of taking the wind was for naught. Bad things happened early and they just got worse."» Read Full Article
Mukwonago ends Arrowhead win streakBy Chuck Delsman
Only one team in the 18-year history of the talent-laden Classic 8 Conference has a winning record against state powerhouse Arrowhead. That team is Mukwonago, who held a 9-8 edge over AHS coming into last Friday night. That narrow margin just got a little breathing room.
Mukwonago stunned Arrowhead in the third league game of the year, 16-13, sending the Warhawks to their first conference loss and further jumbling an already complicated title chase in the Classic 8.
While both defenses made big plays all night, it was the MHS offense that delivered the play of the game on the fourth possession of the third quarter.
With Mukwonago leading 9-6 at halftime, the two teams exchanged fumbles to start the second half. But the second the Indians got the ball again, they only needed two plays to put the winning points on the scoreboard.
After Mukwonago's Nicholas Tanguay recovered an AHS fumble at the MHS 12-yard line, two plays later senior running back Colton Williams broke loose down the right sideline two plays later and outran the entire Arrowhead defense for a brilliant 85-yard touchdown run. The play would account for the winning points.» Read Full Article
Schimel denies Butler cop's allegationsBy Kelly Smith
Waukesha - Waukesha County District Attorney Brad Schimel is denying allegations that he filed felony misconduct charges against former Bulter Police Lt. Brian Pergande in retaliation for Pergande filing a federal law suit against the Village of Butler and Waukesha County.
"The charges that were filed in Waukesha County had absolutely nothing to do with any thing that was going on in federal court. I am not even sure I have seen the federal complaint," Schimel said.
Schimel also denied that an allegation he was prosecuting Pergande even though he did think could win a conviction.
He said it would be unethical for him to prosecute someone he did not believe could be convicted.
Pergande and Butler Police Officer Chad Rahn filed the law suit in February alleging that the village and the county sheriff's department violated their constitutional rights and engaged in harassment during an investigation conducted by the Waukesha County Sheriff's department.» Read Full Article
Enjoy a fish fry and sounds of the Hawaiian IslandsBy Marilyn Jozwik
What's better than a church Friday fish fry? A church Friday fish fry with live musical entertainment.
From 5 to 7:30 p.m. Friday enjoy the music of Papi Makaena at Peace Lutheran Church & Academy, Maple Ave, Sussex, during the church fish fry. Makaena performs classic rock, easy listening, traditional, and contemporary music as well as songs of the Hawaiian Islands. He has performed on cruise ships and in Japan, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and the Milwaukee area.
Fish fry dinners will be served from 4:30 to 7 p.m. For more information visit www.peacesussex.org.
Sam Llanas, former member of the BoDeans, will present a concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday at SummerStage at Lapham Peak, W329-N846 County Highway C, Delafield. Tickets are $12, $10 for seniors and students; $5 for youth. For information call (262) 337-1560 or visit www.summer-stage.org.
Members of the Pewaukee Area Arts Council will be on hand for an art gallery reception from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Chiropractic and Wellness Center, 203 W. Wisconsin Ave., Pewaukee. Stroll the gallery, meet the artists, listen to soft music and vote on your favorite. The exhibit runs Sept. 20 to Nov. 20.» Read Full Article
Another teenager charged in connection to weapons found at high schoolBy Steven Martinez
Village of Pewaukee - A second Pewaukee High School student faces jail time for his connection to a stash of weapons police found in the car of another student on school grounds.
Wolfgang Wasley, 18, of Pewaukee was charged on Thursday, Sept. 18, in Waukesha County Circuit Court with providing a dangerous weapon to a person under 18.
Seventeen-year-old Alexander Chier, of Oconomowoc, who's open-enrolled at Pewaukee High School, was indicted Tuesday, Sept.16, on felony charges related to the incident.
According to the criminal complaint, Chier reportedly admitted, on Friday, Sept. 12, to bringing a bolt-action rifle to school with him but said he was keeping it in his car for "temporary storage."
Police were originally called to the school to issue Chier a smoking citation, according to the complaint.» Read Full Article
Decorated ex-Mukwonago police officer gets 9 years for bank robberyBy Bruce Vielmetti of the Journal Sentinel
A decorated former Mukwonago police officer was sentenced Friday to nine years in federal prison for violently robbing a bank in the village in 2010 while he was still with the department.
Alvin J. Brook, 44, almost got away with the brazen crime, which went unsolved until someone tipped authorities in late 2013.
By then, Brook had been fired for falsifying breath test results for his girlfriend, who was supposed to maintain absolute sobriety while on probation for her third drunken driving offense. That happened just months after the robbery.
He was convicted of misconduct in public office in 2011. As part of the booking process, Brook's finger and palm prints went into an offender database. When investigators got the tip he might have been the bank robber, they were able to match a print from a Walmart bag left at the crime scene to Brook.
Victims of the bank robbery had told investigators that the suspect seemed to have had military or police training, had a gun very similar to the investigator's, and had some kind of walkie-talkie or scanner in his pocket, over which the victims heard "police chatter." Surveillance video showed an antenna extending from the suspect's pocket.» Read Full Article
Area schools thrive in recent DPI report cardBy Evan Frank
Several school districts and schools in the Lake Country area significantly exceeded expectations, according to a recent release from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
The report cards were based on four priority areas:
Student achievement
Student growth
Closing gaps» Read Full Article
Presentation of Salem Witch Trials on Oct. 22By Donna Frake
Jessica Michna returns with her presentation on the Salem Witch Trials Wednesday, Oct. 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.at the Center for Life Enrichment at 1306 W. Wisconsin Ave.
First Impressions performer Jessica Michna portrays Goode Rebeka in "Trial by Fire," a story of the Salem Witch Trials In 1692.
Lunch includes: beef stew, a biscuit, tossed salad, a pumpkin dessert and coffee or tea. Cost is $15 or $12 for Life Members. Call (262) 354-1375 to register.
Car thefts spark sheriff's warning to protect property near Norris Adolescent CenterBy Carol Spaeth-Bauer
The Waukesha County Sheriff's Department is urging town of Vernon residents, specifically residents near the Norris Adolescent Center, to lock vehicles and remove valuables or keep valuables out of sight.
Lt. Anthony Kasta told the Vernon Town Board tonight, about two incidents in the last two days, Sept. 16 and 17, where juveniles from the Norris Adolescent Center on Highway L, left the facility and stole vehicles or stole items from vehicles. In both incidents, keys were left in the vehicles, which were unlocked.
The juveniles in both incidents have been apprehended, said Kasta.
A "sizeable amount" of the juveniles placed at Norris come from other counties, Kasta explained.
"When they leave the school, they have a long way to go home," he said.» Read Full Article
Hawkfest tomorrowBy Evan Frank
Arrowhead High School will hold the sixth annual Hawkfest tomorrow at 4 p.m. at the district's North Campus.
There will be a host of activities for people to take part in. Check out this preview article on the event.
Hawkfest coincides with the varsity football game against Mukwonago, which begins at 7 p.m.
Hawkfest concludes at 9 p.m.
Children's book release party at OPLBy Donna Frake
Meet well-loved kids' author Stuart Gibbs and National Book Award Winner William Alexander and celebrate the release of their newest books for kids at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 23.
This event brought to you by Books & Company and the Oconomowoc Public Library. Books will be available for The Oconomowoc Public Library is located at 200 W. South St. in Oconomowoc.
For more information, please call (262) 569-2193 or visit the website at oconomowoc.lib.wi.uspurchase and signing. No registration required.
Drug drop off Sept. 27By Evan Frank
The 9th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will be on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at various locations throughout the area.
Sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration, the drop off of medication will be anonymous.
Look for an article on it in Tuesday's Lake Country Reporter with instructions from sergeant Matthew Carney of the village of Pewaukee police department.
Here is a list of collection sites:
Village of Pewaukee Police Department, 235 Hickory St, Pewaukee» Read Full Article
Mukwonago students skype with Shark Tank castBy Carol Spaeth-Bauer
Marketing, business, media and drama students from Mukwonago High School pose for selfies with cast members from the television reality show, Shark Tank.
Students skyped with cast members, taking turns directing questions to specific cast members. MHS teacher Mark Lambrecht helped arrange the session with the cast and director on Sept. 17.
Lisbon seeks temporary clerkBy Kelly Smith
Town of Lisbon - The Wisconsin Municipal Clerks Association has notified some of its members via email of a job posted by the Town of Lisbon seeking a "temporary, full time individual" who would serve as a clerk/treasure/administrator and "run the Town Hall and delegate responsibilities among staff."
Town Chairman Matt Gehrke said the notice was prepared last week after he placed Town Clerk/Administrator Elizabeth Kraus on administrative leave and began an inquiry into allegations that she had created a "hostile environment" at town hall.
Gehrke said no decisions have been made regarding Kraus's future with the town but he wanted to begin seeking at least temporary help as soon as possible.
Gehrke notified the Town Board of the administrative leave during a closed session Monday night that was also attended by the town's labor lawyer and the director of police services.
After the meeting, Gehrke vowed that the matter would be resolved by the end of the week.» Read Full Article
AHS homecoming parade moved to a SundayBy Evan Frank
Arrowhead High School will switch things up this year and have its homecoming parade on Sunday, Sept. 28.
The homecoming game against Waukesha North takes place on Friday, Oct. 3.
The parade begins at 4:30 p.m. and will take the traditional route it has taken in previous years.
Read about the parade and more of the activities going on that Sunday in Tuesday's Lake Country Reporter.
Hartland plan commission approves building modifications for new restaurantBy Steven Martinez
Village of Hartland - Hartland residents will soon have the opportunity to enjoy cuisine from all over the globe.
The village plan commission approved on Monday, Sept. 15, several modifications to be made to the building at 130 E. Capitol Drive before a newly proposed restaurant, called Zesti, sets up shop in that space.
Zesti owner and chef Michael Feker said food at the restaurant will consists of a "global infusion" of flavors inspired by Italian, Mediterranean and some Wisconsin dishes.
Feker currently owns and operates the Il Mito restaurant in Wauwatosa, 6913 W. North Ave.
Village Engineer Ryan Amtmann said some of the plans Feker submitted for outdoor seating will need to be reviewed by staff from the public works department before it receives final approval, but he and the other commissioners complimented various other design choices.» Read Full Article
Town of Merton considers municipal garbage/recycle contractBy Evan Frank
The Town of Merton held a public information session before its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, Sept. 8 about a possible municipal garbage and recycle contract.
Over a hundred residents attended the meeting, which was met with mainly a negative reaction, according to two residents at the meeting.
In Waukesha County, the Town of Merton is one of three municipalities to not have a contract.
Read about the potential contract here or in Thursday's Lake Country Reporter.
One last canoeing tripBy Donna Frake
Enjoy the shores of Lac La Belle before it's too cold. Ages 9 and older can sign up for this class which teaches the correct way to navigate and paddle a canoe through the City of Oconomowoc Parks and Rec Department.
Canoe, paddles and lifejacket are provided. Class is from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21. Cost: $12/resident; $18/nonresident.
The City of Oconomowoc Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department is inside the Community Center, 220 W. Wisconsin Ave., Oconomowoc. Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Find more information at www.oconomowoc-wi.gov/parks or call (262) 569-2199. Sign up for recreation programs at apm.activecommunities.com/Oconomowoc/.
Bark for Life comes to Field Park on Sept. 20By Carol Spaeth-Bauer
American Cancer Society Bark For Life, a fundraising event honoring the lifelong contributions of canine caregivers will be held on Saturday, Sept. 20 in Field Park, at the corner of Highway NN and 83 in Mukwonago.The
Registration of $25 per dog begins at 9 a.m. The one-mile walk begins at 10 a.m.
The event includes raffles, games, a dog costume contest, a vendor fair, demonstrations and a rummage sale.
The American Cancer Society Bark For Life is a noncompetitive walk event for dogs and their owners to raise funds and awareness for the American Cancer Society's fight against cancer.
For more information, contact Carrie Struss at (920) 979-3415 or firstname.lastname@example.com, or Dawn Sharon at (262) 349-3995 or email@example.com.
Pewaukee CC teams win at MayvilleBy Chuck Delsman
Pewaukee's two cross country teams won championships last Friday at the Mayville Invitational. The girls team won with 31 points, 42 ahead of Berlin. The Pewaukee boys won with 61 points and Kettle Moraine Lutheran was second with 78 tallies.
Ashton Keene of PHS won the girls race with a time of 20:00.24. Other top Pewaukee runners were Sophia Desidero in fifth, Jordan Schlender sixth, Zoe Henkes ninth and Emily Hoffins 10th.
Robert Wagner of Pewaukee won the boys race at 16:20. Other PHS runners were Nick Roberts in sixth, Kyle Turba seventh, Will Young 13th and Charlie Monday 34th.
Kettle Moraine football team goes on impressive run to defeat Waukesha SouthBy Chuck Delsman
Host Kettle Moraine scored a wild 49-35 Classic 8 Conference victory over Waukesha South Friday night. The Blackshirts led 20-7 midway through the second period before KM went on an impressive 42-7 run to win the game.
KM is now 3-1, its best start since 2007.
Senior running back Andrew Trafton scored three second half touchdowns and senior quarterback Mitch Pfeifer threw two touchdown passes and ran for one score. Will Duchow, Nate Tyley and Tanner Smith also scored for the Lasers.
AHS football team rallies past CMHBy Chuck Delsman
Arrowhead's football team rallied for the game winning touchdown in the final 33.6 seconds Friday night as Cody Sellhausen caught a 12-yard touchdown pass from Johnny Duranso to score a come-from-behind 24-21 win over host Catholic Memorial at Schneider Stadium at Carroll University Friday night.
AHS (3-1, 2-0) led 14-0 at halftime but then watched as the Crusaders (3-1, 1-1) scored 21 points in the fourth quarter to take a 21-17 lead with 1:20 left to play.
Duranso then marched the Warhawks 63 yards in 5 plays to win the game.
Sellhausen rushed for 128 yards on 22 carries.
Pirates finally find win column, down Tosa WestBy David Cotey
The Pewaukee football team avoided uncharted waters Friday and got back to playing winning football.
Behind a steady ground attack and a stout defensive effort that kept Division 1 college prospect Demaris Purifoy from scoring, the Pirates picked up their first win of the season, 23-7, at Wauwatosa West.
The win kept the Pirates (1-3, 1-1) from starting 0-4 for the first time since 2005, when Pewaukee lost its first five games en route to a 2-7 campaign.
"Our guys understand that they play for a program with a rich tradition, and it was there turn to carry the torch," Pewaukee coach Justin Friske said. "We used that to our advantage tonight. We played with an edge, as a team that needed to play well."
And play well the Pirates did immediately. Senior defensive back Evan Hansen intercepted Trojans quarterback Rayvon Barlett Jr. on the very first play from scrimmage. Four plays and less than 90 seconds later, Hansen's senior teammate Jason Berg scored from 20 yards out.» Read Full Article
Arrowhead rides another late-scoring drive to beat Catholic MemorialBy Chuck Delsman
Last week, it was "The Drive." This week, would it be "The Drive 2?"
Trailing host Catholic Memorial by a 21-17 score with 1:14 left to play at Schneider Stadium at Carroll University, junior quarterback Johnny Duranso put together a 64-yard, 5-play drive and tossed an 11-yard touchdown pass to a wide open Cody Sellhausen in the left corner of the end zone to give the Warhawks and incredible 24-21 Classic 8 Conference victory. The score came with 33.6 seconds to play.
Memorial rallied back from a 14-0 first half deficit to stun AHS by scoring three second half touchdowns and grabbing a 21-17 lead with 1:20 remaining in the game.
But that's when the talented Duranso went to work for a second straight week, putting together his second consecutive come-from-behind game winning drive.
"We just believe in ourselves when our backs are to the wall," Duranso said. "We never give up. CMH was outplaying us in the second half, but we got one final chance and made the most of it. This feels good right now."» Read Full Article
Suns snap losing streak against OconomowocBy JR Radcliffe
Friday's open house served as an opportunity for Oconomowoc High School to showcase its re-born facilities, recently completed as part of the Athletic Fields Forever campaign, including its newly renovated football stadium. The on-field product, however, appears to be in a different stage of development — rebuilding.
Clarity on that front came in a 15-14 loss to West Bend East, a program that came into the night with a 21-game losing streak dating back to 2011. Oconomowoc fell to 0-4 on the year, and with the Wisconsin Little Ten Conference's traditional powers still on the docket, it appears the Raccoons are a long shot to make the playoffs after running the table in the regular season last year and reaching Level 3 of the playoffs.
Two turnovers and two disastrous special teams plays allowed the Suns to rebound from Oconomowoc's 14-0 advantage early in the Wisconsin Little Ten Conference battle.
"We just didn't execute," Oconomowoc coach Ryan McMillen said. "When we got any sort of thing going or got a big play, the flag was out and it came right back. We turned the ball over how many times? We've been doing it all year, and we've been losing games. Once we correct that, we'll probably come out on the winning side of things."
Oconomowoc had the turnover edge early, when Cole McNamee interrupted East's first drive of the game with an interception that he returned 30 yards for a touchdown. One drive later, Brett Samson charged his way into the end zone from 3 yards out, spotting his team a 14-0 lead with 0:57 left in the first quarter.» Read Full Article
Golf tournament to benefit Wisconsin Parkinson Association
The Wisconsin Parkinson Association (WPA) will hold its major fundraiser of the year, the WPA Open against Parkinson Disease, on Tuesday, Sept. 16, at The Legend at Brandybrook in Wales.
Proceeds will benefit those living with Parkinson disease in Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Michigan and Indiana.
Registration begins at 11 a.m. followed by the shotgun start at noon. Nearly 100 golfers are expected to play. The evening's activities will include a silent auction, live auction, raffle, wine pull, dinner and award presentations.
Visit bit.ly/1nRdFmM for information on registration and call (414) 219-7061 with credit card information to enter.
Festivals feature family funBy Marilyn Jozwik
Warm weather should stay with us for a while which means plenty of opportunities for outdoor festivals in the area.
If you're looking to experience a little history with your festival fun, check out the Pewaukee Area Historical Society Harvest Fest from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Clark House Museum, 206 E. Wisconsin Ave., Pewaukee.
The free event includes displays, crafts and hands-on demonstration of crafts of yesterday. There will be demonstrations by a blacksmith, wood carver, weaver, spinner, quilter and others. You'll also be able to try out a musical instrument, churn butter, cut cabbage, shell corn and play games plus learn how to start your family's genealogy. Check www.pewaukeehistory.org/ for more information.
The Downtown Oconomowoc Business Association is holding its Fall Festival from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13.
The family event includes kid's games, dance performances, beer tent, Burrito Biathlon at 10 a.m. kayak races on Fowler Lake, chili pepper eating contest plus more than 50 street vendors and merchants. The Danny Miller Band will play from 6 to 10 p.m. For information, visit www.downtownoconomowoc.org.
Bowling ball art auction going onBy Evan Frank
Positively Pewaukee and the Pewaukee Area Arts Council teamed up for the seventh year for the Art in the Downtown Auction.
This year's project is decorated bowling balls.
The balls are currently on auction at positivelypewaukee.com/2014.html.
Read the article here.
Ashippun FD earns awardBy Donna Frake
Ashippun Fire Department was recently presented with a Life Safety Achievement Award for its fire prevention accomplishments in 2013 by the National Association of State Fire Marshals Fire Research and Education Foundation (NASFM Foundation) in partnership with Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance Company.
Since 1994, the Life Safety Achievement Award has recognized local fire prevention efforts that have contributed to reducing the number of lives lost in residential fires. Ashippun Fire Department is one of 142 fire departments across the United States to receive the award this year for recording zero fire deaths in 2013 or reducing fire deaths by at least 10 percent during the year.
In addition, award recipients documented active and effective fire prevention programs as well as a clear commitment to reducing the number of house fires in the community.
Vernon Fire Department pancake breakfast SundayBy Kaitlin Phillips
a.m. to noon on Sunday Sept. 14 at Vernon Fire Station No. 1, W233 S7475 Woodland Lane. Pancakes are all you can eat.The Vernon Fire Department will host its annual pancake and omelet breakfast from 7:30
Breakfast goers can enjoy breakfast, a tour of the fire station, displays and demonstrations. Flight for Life Helicopter, a neighboring fire department tower trucks, a "Survive Alive" house and more.
No body cameras for lake patrolBy Evan Frank
On Wednesday, Sept. 10, the Pewaukee Lake Patrol Advisory Committee decided not to purchase body worn video cameras for its lake patrol officers.
According to Chief Timothy Otto, two cameras were being discussed, but the committee decided to wait until next year to possibly make the purchase.
The Village of Pewaukee Police Department has already set aside funds to purchase 18 cameras for its officers at $900 apiece.
However, the Pewaukee police will soon wear their own body cameras. According to Otto, that will take place in January.
The chief added that lake patrol officers usually don't get into confrontational situations on the water, where a body camera would be useful.» Read Full Article
Oconomowoc's Fall Festival on Sept.13By Donna Frake
The Downtown Oconomowoc Business Association is sponsoring the Fall Festival from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 13.
Wisconsin Avenue will be closed from the Roundabout to Main Street for the event that will include kayak races on Fowler Lake, a beer tent, over 50 street vendors and merchants, a Bounce House, and music from the Danny Miller Band from 6-10 p.m., in addition to plus food and beverages.
Come out and enjoy the day with activities for the entire family.
I-43 in Mukwonago to close overnight TuesdayBy Kaitlin Phillips
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation has authorized a full southbound I-43 lane closure at Highway 83 for Tuesday, Sept. 16 from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m.
All southbound traffic will be diverted to Highway 83 and directed along the current detour of southbound to County Highway L, westbound to South Highway 20 and east on Highway 20 to I-43.
Additional signs will be posted and traffic signal times will be extended to two minutes at the southbound I-43 off ramp to Highway 83 and again on South 83 southbound crossing the northbound off ramp. Northbound traffic will continue as normal.
The closure will allow placement of bridge spans over the Canadian National railroad bridge as it intersects with I-43. In the event of poor weather, the closure will occur the next evening.
Oconomowoc plan commission talks parking lot accessBy Steven Martinez
City of Oconomowoc - The city's plan commissioners on Wednesday, Sept. 10, dedicated a portion of their monthly meeting to discussing the most recent objection to the proposed Fowler Lake Village condominium project: parking lot access.
Director of Public Works Mark Frye and Deputy Chief Glenn Leidel each gave presentations to the commissioners that addressed most of the concerns about a perceived lack of parking lot access for delivery trucks and emergency vehicles that have been raised by residents and city council members.
Frye said the width of one of the current drive aisles, which would not be affected should the development receive approval, could accommodate vehicles up to the size of a standard semi, and mentioned that the city's public works department had already begun to formulate snow removal strategies.
Leidel emphasized that the available space in the parking lot was "sufficiently adequate" for even the largest city fire engine, and said that the fire department could also utilize the parking lot at St. Paul's Lutheran Church -- adjacent to the proposed project -- to reach the condominiums if an emergency situation arose.
No action related to the proposed project was taken by the plan commission; the item was listed on the meeting's agenda for discussion purposes only.» Read Full Article
Friends of Joe's fundraiser Saturday, Sept 13By Evan Frank
A benefit for a Lisbon man, Joe La Valley who was diagnosed with appendix cancer and has been involved for years in the Merton community, will be held on Saturday, Sept. 13 at Pollworth Park.
La Valley is in stage 3 of his cancer, but organizers hope to raise funds to help pay his medical bills.
Read about the event here.
City of Oconomowoc police department to host public auctionBy Steven Martinez
City of Oconomowoc - Oconomowoc residents should ready their bidding paddles.
The city's police department, at 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 13, will host a public auction at the department's garage inside city hall, 174 E. Wisconsin Ave., according to a news release.
Various bikes and electronics, like iPods, handheld gaming devices and tablets, office equipment and other miscellaneous items will be on display for the first hour of the event.
The auction is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m.
Items will be sold the highest bidder, and payment for the items will be accepted in the form of cash or local checks.» Read Full Article
Line dancing for little onesBy Donna Frake
School-age cowpokes (4K-4th grade) are invited to a free event at the Oconomowoc Public Library celebrating National Line Dancing Week.
The event will take place on Saturday, Sept. 13 from 10-11 a.m. at Oconomowoc Public Library, 200 W. South St.
Weather permitting, attendees will also celebrate National Hollerin' Day outside in the yard.
Children will learn a few simple line dances and some cool vocal tricks during this hour of fun.
Please register: http://opllinedancing.eventbrite.com
Couple weds in 1880 Old World Wisconsin weddingBy Carol Spaeth-Bauer
Working as interpreters at Old World Wisconsin for more than 20 years each, it seemed only natural that Anne Danko, 45, and Karl Kaphengst, 49, both of Burlington, would get married at a place they considered their second home.
"This place is like our second home," Danko said. "We've adopted these ethnic groups as our own. It seemed like a natural place to do it."
On Sept. 6, the couple wed on the front porch of the Koepsell House in an 1880s-style Pomeranian-American ceremony. It was the first time a couple was legally married at Old World Wisconsin in a period-appropriate ceremony that was open to the public.
Read the complete story in the Living Mukwonago Chier or here and visit the online photo gallery.
Waukesha County detective arrested for domestic disorderly conductBy Christopher Kuhagen
A Waukesha County Sheriff's Department detective has been put on administrative leave after being arrested on an allegation of a domestic-related disorderly conduct incident.
According to a statement from Waukesha County Sheriff Dan Trawicki on Tuesday, Sept. 9, Pete Korns was arrested by the City of Waukesha Police Department.
Korns has been with the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department for about 26 years and is assigned to the Detective Bureau.
"Consistent with our normal practice, Detective Korns has been placed on administrative leave and his arrest powers have been suspended pending the outcome of the City of Waukesha Police Department's investigation and our internal investigation," Trawicki said.
Trawicki said the sheriff's department will not release any further details of the case until the conclusion of both investigations.» Read Full Article
Hartland village board authorizes DPW to aid with river clean up projectBy Steven Martinez
Food drive at HHS football gameBy Evan Frank
Hamilton High School will have a food drive to benefit the Sussex Outreach Services Food Pantry before Friday's varsity football game against Brookfield East.
In its fourth year, head football coach John D'Amato hopes fans will bring one item per person.
Cash donations are also accepted. Last year, the event brought in $278.
Check out a more detailed summary of Friday's event in this Wednesday's Sussex Sun.
Ceremony tonight for new soccer stadiumBy Donna Frake
There will be a ceremonial opening of the new soccer stadium at Oconomowoc High School tonight, Sept. 9, at 6:45 p.m.
The JV team will play at 5 p.m., then a brief ceremony will be held at 6:45 p.m. to recognize volunteers, donors and families who helped with the soccer stadium project. The Varsity team plays at 7 p.m.
Please join in celebrating this beautiful new facility.
Hartland village board approves preliminary development agreement for Sanctuary subdivisionBy Steven Martinez
Village of Hartland - Many of the seats inside the village board room were strangely vacant on Monday, Sept. 8, when village trustees made a significant decision about the recently proposed Sanctuary subdivision.
The board unanimously approved a development agreement between the village and developer Chris Miller to move forward with the construction of the 34-lot, single-family residence subdivision, which would be built south of Capitol Drive and east of Maple avenue near downtown Hartland.
Discussion about the project was uncharacteristcally short and focused primarily on some nuanced language in the agreement about a walking path planned for the northwest corner of the project and the possibility of establishing a third-party committee dedicated to maintaining the woods surrounding the development.
Both Village Administrator Dave Cox and Miller said there was some fine tuning to do on the agreement, but also that both parties were coming very close to a mutually beneficial understanding.
The agreement was approved on condition that any future amendments to it be considered before and approved by the board.» Read Full Article
Prairie View Elementary receives third Title I awardBy Carol Spaeth-Bauer
For the third consecutive year, Prairie View Elementary School has earned accolades as a Title I School of Recognition, announced State Superintendent Tony Evers on Sept. 4.
"We were extremely pleased to learn that Prairie View earned it's third consecutive Title I School of Recognition award. It reaffirms Prairie View's commitment to provide an outstanding education for all of their children," said Mukwonago Area School District Superintendent Shawn McNulty. "Much of our improvement as a District will be based upon our work with students that are from lower income families or those that struggle in reading and math during their early elementary years."
Prairie View Title I teachers Dawn Quakkelaar and Sue Maloney, will be going to Madison on Oct. 13 to accept the award for Prairie View, where they will receive a plaque and $500 for the school.
Read the complete story in the next Living Mukwonago Chief.
Oconomowoc street construction updateBy Steven Martinez
The City of Oconomowoc's department of public works released last friday an updated schedule for a number of ongoing road and pavement improvement projects.
Engineering Technician Kim Wirth said in the news release that residents should expect some traffic delays and that there may be times throughout the construction process when some citizens' driveways will be blocked.
This is the updated project list, including some time lines:
- The Forest Street realignment at the Summit Ave. intersection as well as High and Lexington streets.
- A new concrete curb and gutter have been installed on Locus St. and the workers have started on driveway approaches; residents with homes along that road will be unable to access their driveways until Thursday, Sept. 11, or Friday, Sept. 12, this week and should attempt to park along the street opposite the new curb.
- The final paving of the Ixonia State Bank parkng lot, near Robruck Drive, has been reschduled for Saturday, Sept. 13.
- Sanitary and water main work is complete on Eastmans Alley, but a contractor will soon be grading the alleyway to prepare for asphalting work later this week. On that day, the alley will be inaccessible by car.
- A contractor has begun pulverizing the surface of of Blake, Jean and Marcella streets and will be grading and asphalting those roads by the end of next week once pulverization is complete.
- A gas station on Sherman Ave. will begin work on their infrastructure early this week.
- Summit Ave., between Armour Road and George Street, is scheduled this week to undergo some concrete and asphalt work; the road will be open to traffic during construction.
- Restoration of the grass growth on Washington and Wilson streets has been completed.
Watch for construction updates and road closures each week in the Oconomowoc Focus and on our website, LivingLakeCountry.com.
Annual OHS Family Tailgate PartyBy Donna Frake
The Oconomowoc Sports Booster Club welcomes the entire community to the Annual Family Tailgate party at 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 12. Attendees can then root on the Oconomowoc Varsity Football team as they battle West Bend East in a Wisconsin Little Ten game.
This year's attendees will also have the opportunity to tour the new athletic fields prior to the tailgate. It is also Youth Sports Night and Poms & Dance Youth Clinic.
The tailgate party will be held just outside the stadium. If there is inclement weather, it will be in the cafeteria. The booster club will be serving great food including pulled pork, burgers, chicken, hot dogs, and plenty of sides and drinks.
Food donated by Texas Roadhouse.
The cost for the tailgate for your entire family is only $20 ($10 for an individual), and this includes the tailgate and entry into the game! For a family, this is close to a $75 value for only $20! Plus your family automatically becomes a member of the Oconomowoc Sports Booster Club.» Read Full Article