John Gittings

Wisconsin

Sports Writer at WiscNews

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Federal funding uncertainty looms over plans for new Baraboo fire station

1 week ago | wiscnews.com | John Gittings

Uncertainty about funding for the proposed Baraboo first responder stations remains high amid delays in requested federal funding and possible changes to funding and ownership structure. The Baraboo Fire and EMS District is slated for two new stations, including a main one on the city’s west side and a satellite on the east side. During a Common Council meeting on Tuesday night, city officials debated funding sources and ownership of the project.
Clint Brickl taking over Baraboo High after 13 years in district

1 week ago | wiscnews.com | John Gittings

A longtime associate principal at Baraboo High School will ascend to the top job starting next school year. Clint Brickl, a Baraboo native who has been in his associate role since the 2012-13 school year, will take over as principal for 2025-26. Brickl graduated from Baraboo High School in 1993 and is replacing Steve Considine, who will become the Baraboo School District superintendent permanently on July 1 after serving in an interim capacity since February.
An Alice in Dairyland first, thanks to a pair of sisters

1 week ago | wiscnews.com | John Gittings

A pair of sisters from the Poynette area is making Alice in Dairyland history. Sarah Hagenow, 22, becomes the 78th Alice in Dairyland on July 7. Her sister, Ashley, 25, served as the 76th Alice from July 2023 to July 2024. Together, they are the first sisters to ever serve as Alice in Dairyland, working with media, youth agriculture organizations and civic groups, and attending local events throughout the state, to promote and educate people about Wisconsin agriculture.
Sauk County's only public trail system is now complete

1 week ago | madison.com | John Gittings

BARABOO — A Sauk County all-terrain vehicle club that recently completed the only public trail system in the county now is seeking uniform rules so that things like hours of operation and speed limits are consistent countywide. There are 38 all-terrain vehicle ordinances between municipalities in Sauk County, authorizing seven different hours of operation and four different speed limits, according to Robert Spencer, the president of Baraboo Bluffs ATV and UTV Club.
Sauk County's only public trail system is now complete

1 week ago | madison.com | John Gittings

A Sauk County terrain vehicle club that recently completed the only public trail system in the county now is seeking uniform rules so that things like hours of operation and speed limits are consistent countywide. There are 38 separate terrain vehicle ordinances between municipalities in Sauk County, authorizing seven different hours of operation parameters and four different speed limits, according to Robert Spencer, the president of Baraboo Bluffs ATV and UTV Club.
Sauk County's only public trail system is now complete

1 week ago | wiscnews.com | John Gittings

A Sauk County terrain vehicle club that recently completed the only public trail system in the county now is seeking uniform rules so that things like hours of operation and speed limits are consistent countywide. There are 38 separate terrain vehicle ordinances between municipalities in Sauk County, authorizing seven different hours of operation parameters and four different speed limits, according to Robert Spencer, the president of Baraboo Bluffs ATV and UTV Club.
Topham discusses fire stations

1 week ago | wiscnews.com | John Gittings

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Portage woman charged with neglect after child found to have meth in system

1 week ago | madison.com | John Gittings

A 33-year-old Portage woman is facing charges after doctors discovered methamphetamine in her child's system. Last Wednesday, Portage police received a report of a nearly 2-year-old child showing signs of drug impairment. The child was treated at SSM Health St. Clare Hospital in Baraboo and tested positive for the powerful and addictive narcotic. During their investigation, Portage officers found methamphetamine and related paraphernalia in the woman's home.
6 new places in Wisconsin Dells

1 week ago | chippewa.com | John Gittings

WISCONSIN DELLS — Summer 2025 brings several new additions to the Wisconsin Dells area, including a new restaurant and event venue in a relocated historic house. The Dawn Manor Restaurant, Bar, and Speakeasy, located at 413 South Burritt Ave. in Lake Delton, celebrated its grand opening on Tuesday. It features three levels of dining areas and bars named after house builder Abraham Vanderpoel, current owner Steve Uphoff and architect Frank Lloyd Wright, among others.
PHOTOS: See inside the new Dawn Manor Restaurant, Bar and Speakeasy

1 week ago | lacrossetribune.com | John Gittings

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