Marcus Aarsvold

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WAUPUN, Wis. — A Wisconsin town official is facing a felony charge after prosecutors say he killed a stray golden retriever by hanging it with a leash. Richard Van Buren, chairman of the Chester Town Board, appeared in court virtually on Friday for an initial appearance, where a judge set his bond at $5,000.

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WEST BEND, Wis. — The Westbury Bank Aquapark in West Bend broke records after being open for just one week, bringing in $7,200 in a single day, according to city staff. The newly renovated facility at Regner Park features inflatable slides, swings, and a swimming area that have quickly become popular with families from Washington County. "It's really, really cool and big!" Wyatt Poulson exclaimed while enjoying the new attractions. "It's awesome," Elliott Goodman said.

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WEST BEND, Wis. — West Bend’s Common Council is considering a proposal for a new fire and rescue station as the department outgrows its current downtown location. The proposed station would be built near highways 33 and 45, moving from the current downtown location that presents safety challenges for emergency vehicles. “The guys remember smelling urinal water down here,” firefighter Graeme Harrison said.

2 weeks ago | tmj4.com | Marcus Aarsvold |Tony Aria

SLINGER, Wis. — Police swept through Slinger High School after a contracted custodian was arrested and charged with possession of child pornography. The 27-year-old man had recently been hired to work at the school. Brandan Zembrowski was arrested Thursday morning while working at the high school, and was charged with six counts of child porn possession in Ozaukee County court on Friday. Slinger School District Superintendent Jim Curler said the district takes multiple precautions when hiring staff.

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WEST BEND, Wis. — Farmers from around the world are gathering in West Bend for the "Classic Green" John Deere tractor show during Dairy Month. The 2025 Classic Green reunion at the Washington County Fairgrounds features machine demonstrations, historic tractors, and farming families sharing their agricultural heritage. "The put-put! The Johnnie two-cylinder. Everybody loves that two-cylinder sound!" Travis Krueger said. "John Deere is the only tractor company that has that put-put.