By Nick Freimuth DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 14, 2008
Eighth Congressional District Representative Steve Kagen was not happy with the 2009 budget President Bush submitted. Within the budget he has nearly $500 billion in cuts over ten years for Medicare and nearly $100 billion in cuts for Medicade, said Kagen. Keeping
National Institutes of Health funding flat, which equates to a 30%
cut in funding for medical research, will also hurt the medical
field, he commented. Kagen talked about his concern for the Medicare
Advantage Plans. (Audio Here)
The Eighth Congressional District Representative is convinced that people must have Medicare benefits and services available, but we should not be overpaying for those services. The privatization of Medicare is leading to raised rates for the consumer and Kagen believes we are not getting our moneys worth.
(Audio Here)
Republicans around the state are applauding the President's attempt to balance the funding needs of federal programs against the tight fiscal environment of the times. From federal support of numerous government programs to federal information technology initiatives aimed at reducing spending on duplicative systems, many aspects of the President’s budget are right on key, according to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
By Karen Klement DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 14, 2008
Door County Habitat for Humanity is celebrating their 15th anniversary and executive
director Rick Nelson says the organization would not be where it is
today without community support. So far, Habitat has built 25 homes
in Door County two more will be started soon. Nelson says
there are a number of volunteers who step up every year to make this
possible. (Audio Here)
Nelson says its not just about swinging hammers or painting walls, volunteers can help Habitat is other ways too.
(Audio Here)Volunteers have made Habitat for Humanity a huge success in Door County. Nelson says if you have an interest in helping Habitat, they have a job for you. Construction on homes 26 and 27 should begin at the end of the month. Crews are usually at the job site on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This year, Nelson says there are plans to work on Saturdays as well. Those interested in volunteering in any way can call the Sturgeon Bay office. No experience is required.
By Karen Klement DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 14, 2008
The Open Door Dental Clinic is treating and educating youngsters about proper oral and dental care. The Open Door Dental Clinic provides free services for uninsured kids age 3-18. Clinic coordinator Mary Ann Zjala says applying sealants to six year molars is one service offered.
(Audio Here)
This service was offered to Sawyer, Sunrise and Southern Door students and was made possible through grant funding. Zjala says many services are made possible that way.
Numbers at the Open Door Dental Clinic go up every year. The number of patients and visits are constantly increasing. While Zjala is thankful that Door County children are getting treatment, she says its a shame that more care is not easily available.
(Audio Here)
Routine check ups, cavity fillings and fluoride treatments are just a few services offered. Last year the clinic treated 273 young patients and saw a record 494 visits. For more information on the Open Door Dental Clinic phone (920) 743-4392.
By Nick Freimuth DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 14, 2008
Radio in Door County may soon be changing. Southern Door graduate and Arizona Cardinals starting offensive lineman Al Johnson has purchased STAR 97.7 FM WSRG for $712,500. Broadcaster Jerry Lousteau facilitated the sale between Al Johnson
Broadcasting and Magnum Broadcasting.Johnson was a three-year starting center with UW-Madison and signed with the Dallas Cowboys in 2003. As a free agent, Johnson signed a multi-year deal with the Cardinals last year. Al's wife Brandy, mother Robin and father Richard each own 1% of the business. Al is a 97% owner.
Jerry Lousteau was the only member in the transaction who made himself available for comment. He said this is an exciting time for the Johnson family.
(Audio Here)
The plans for the radio station are not being discussed. Format, staff and programming changes have not been released either. Lousteau said the company will not change hands for 90 days.
(Audio Here)
Al Johnson said in a written release that he has always been fascinated with radio and it has been a lifelong goal to own a station in his hometown and give back to the community. This hometown hero has invested in his community and is looking forward to working with listeners and businesses in the future.
By Karen Klement DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 14, 2008
Sturgeon Bay is being
well represented at the Milwaukee Sports Show this weekend. Gary's
Guide Service Fishing Guide Gary Nault is one Sturgeon Bay resident
who is telling potential visitors about the area. Traffic was steady
on Wednesday and yesterday, but he anticipates things to
really pick up during the last three days of the show. He says
things are going really well at the booth.
(Audio Here)
So far Nault has met tourist groups from Canada, Wyoming, North and
South Dakota, Minnesota and of course Wisconsin. When asked what his
message was to potential Sturgeon Bay visitors, Nault said this.
(Audio Here)
Nault is not obligated to be at Milwaukee's Sport Show, it was his
choice to take the time and represent Sturgeon Bay this weekend.
(Audio Here)
In talks with visitors to Sturgeon Bay's booth, Nault has found that
many people know about Door County and commented that they really
enjoyed their visit here in the past. Nault says its not hard to
talk to these people about Sturgeon Bay and convince them to visit
again. The Sturgeon Bay booth will be set up at the Milwaukee Sports
Show until Sunday evening. Nault hopes this effort will bring more
visitors to Door County this summer.
By Patricia Podgers DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 14, 2008
Israel is not everyone’s idea of a vacation destination, but it was my dream come true. On multiple levels-historically, geographically, religiously, and politically-the State of Israel is unlike anywhere else on the face of the earth. The center of the world’s major religions, Israel welcomes Jewish, Christian and Muslim pilgrims throughout the year as they journey to the Temple Mount in Jerusalem; Haifa’s Baha’i Temple is the official center of the faith founded in 19th century Persia.
But traveling Israel is not for the faint of heart. Check-points require motorists to stop for security clearance; armed military personnel stand at ready. Passing through metal detectors at tourist attractions including Roman ruins, state parks, synagogues, and most especially the Western Wall, provides a certain degree of security. And yet, as I enjoyed a leisurely dinner on a beautiful Thursday night in one section of Jerusalem, across the city eight young boys were murdered as they pursued their religious studies.
As Americans, we live with freedoms most people in the rest of the world only dream of enjoying. Until 9/11, we lived in a country that viewed terrorism as something that happened "somewhere else." Today that is not the case, although in the years since the Twin Towers fell, normalcy has returned for the most part.
So the question I asked myself as I traveled through Israel was how one adjusts to living in an armed country…where school children on field trips are escorted by armed guards? Where 18-year-old men and women are required to serve in the military? Where the shelling of settlements requires the mandatory construction of bomb shelters? And yet, the morning following the murders of those innocent boys dawned like any other morning.
Surrounded by Arab nations that do not recognize its existence, Israel is a blank space on the map of the Middle East. In an atmosphere of hatred and fear, peace cannot be achieved. But lose Israel and we lose our only foothold in the Middle East.
As the sun set on yet another night in the walled city of Jerusalem, I stood at the Western Wall, the Wailing Wall. In my hands I held some folded pieces of paper with my prayers and those of my friends. Tucking the scraps of paper into the spaces between the ancient stones, I could only dream that some day peace will come to this city that has endured for thousands of years.
By Nick Freimuth DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 14, 2008
Snowmobiling
season has been a dream come true for many winter sport enthusiasts.
The old saying, "All good things must come to an end." has come true
in Kewaunee County. The Promotions & Recreation Department reports
that all snowmobile trails in Kewaunee County closed at 4:00 P.M.
Wedneday. Snowmobilers should be aware that they can be cited for
riding on County snowmobile trails when they are closed. The wet snow received recently was not enough to reopen the trails. The Promotions & Recreation Department asks that you respect the hundreds of gracious landowners that were responsible for the County’s 290+ state-funded and club trails. Riders should check their 24-hour information line before heading out if they have any doubts about trails being open. That number is (920) 388-7199.
In Door County, the Southwest section of the trail system is now closed. Effective at noon yesterday trails in Door County west of the Ahnapee State Trail and south of County M are closed. The north, central and southeast sections are still open.
By Karen Klement DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 14, 2008
The
Door Community Auditorium will wrap up their St. Norbert Lecture
series and Fireside Coffeehouse Concerts tomorrow. To start Dr. Paul
Wadell will talk about "The Risks & Promises of Forgiveness."
In his presentation, Dr. Wadell will provide insights into what
constitutes forgiveness, where does forgiveness begin, is it
essential that one forgives, and how forgiveness contributes to
well-being. Door Community Auditorium Public Relations/Marketing
Manager Patti Podgers talks about the St. Norbert Distinguished
Lecture Series. (Audio Here)
The St. Norbert Distinguished Lecture Series is free and open to the public. Dr. Wadell's lecture will be tomorrow at 9:00AM.
Following that lecture, Straight Up Bluegrass will hit the stage for the last Coffeehouse
Concert of the season. With lightening quick banjoes and fiddles
that fly, Straight Up Bluegrass combines instrumental arrangements
with three-part harmony and high lonesome vocals to recreate the
sound of bluegrass familiar to fans around the world. Podgers says
you'll want to get your tickets in advance for that show. (Audio Here)
Tomorrow's lecture will get underway at 9:00AM and the concert will start at 7:00PM. The morning lecture is free and tickets for the evening concert are $14.
By Karen Klement DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 12, 2008
If you are concerned
about the future of Sturgeon Bay's Little Lake, its time to get
involved. The Little Lake Citizens Group is forming now and those
interested in getting involved should report to city hall tomorrow.
Sturgeon Bay Park & Recreation Superintendent Bob Bordeau is hoping
citizens will get involved in the process of rehabilitating Little
Lake.
(Audio Here)
Once this Little Lake Citizens Group is in place, the members will
discuss their visions for the future.
(Audio Here)
In addition, Bordeau is hoping the citizens group can get out and
educate the community on what can be done to get Little Lake looking
good again.
(Audio Here)
When asked how many citizens will serve on this group, Bordeau said
"the more, the merrier." Bordeau says this is a great opportunity
for Sturgeon Bay residents to come together and make a difference in
the community. The Little Lake Citizens Group meeting will be
tomorrow at the Sturgeon Bay City Halls at 7:00PM.
By Karen Klement DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 12, 2008
Snowfall this season has hit record numbers. With snow banks still piled high, the potential for flooding on warm days is a real possibility. Kewaunee County Emergency Management Director Lori Hucek suggests checking to be sure your sump pump is working and consider buying a backup. In addition, she says its a good idea to check that ditches, culverts and
waterways near your home are not blocked. In preparation for a potential flood, sand bags will be offered to Kewaunee County residents. Bags can be obtained from your local elected official or from your city or village public works department. The bags can then be filled at any of the four highway departments. These sand bags are free.
(Audio Here)
If you do experience flooding, Hucek says the first thing to do is evacuate the house and call 911. From there an officer will inspect the situation. At this point, it is important to find the source of the flood. Hucek says flooding in your house could pose some serious problems.
(Audio Here)
Hucek says the best thing to do is plan ahead. If you've had flooding problems in the past, you can expect to see more water on warmer days.
(Audio Here)
Hucek encourages residents to consider picking up some sand bags if you think flooding could be a problem for you. Bags can be picked up at your local town or village public works department and filled up at any of the four highway departments. Click Here for a map of the 100 year county flood plan.
By Karen Klement DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 12, 2008
The Door County League of Women Voters will conduct a study on the state level on election administration. League president Susan Kohout says chapters from around the state will study this issue at the local level to learn more about the voter registration system and the entire voting process.
(Audio Here)
In recent years, the integrity and reliability of the way elections in the United States and around the world are run have come under increasing scrutiny. Without a fair, reliable, and accessible system of electing officials, a democracy cannot function. County clerk Jill Lau and Sturgeon Bay City Clerk Stephanie Reinhardt will be at this roundtable to answer questions. Town and village clerks have been asked to attend as well. The public is invited to join in the roundtable which will be held on Friday, March 14th at 11:30 AM. at the Inn at Cedar Crossing. Participants order off the menu. Please RSVP to Susan Kohout (920)743-1527 or rkohout@itol.com if you wish to attend.
By Nick Freimuth DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 12, 2008
Walkers, runners and bicyclists in Sturgeon Bay will no longer have to duck under tree branches when using city sidewalks. The Sturgeon Bay Street Department will soon begin trimming trees in order to maintain the desired clearance to all roadways, sidewalks and alleyways. Public Works Department Superintendent Jerry DeMarb said they try to keep branches at a certain height.
(Audio Here)
Any property owner who prefers to trim their own trees may contact the Public Works Department at 746-2912. You will be asked to adhere to the city specifications. DeMarb says many city residents prefer to take care of trimmings themselves.
(Audio Here)
If trimming does not meet the city's standard, the Public Works Department will resolve the issue by assisting the homeowner. Trimming by the city will include brush removal. Property owners who trim their own trees may place their brush out for the annual brush collection on April 21. City property owners wishing to dispose of their brush may also take it to the compost site located on Division Road.
By Nick Freimuth DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 12, 2008
The radio stations of DoorCountyDailyNews.com have started a series of special stories to help you get to know interesting people who make their home in Door County. It's called "Get to Know a Neighbor" and a neighbor we would like to help you get to know today is Julia Bresnahan. This retired art teacher has touched almost every aspect of the art world in Door County.
Julia Bresnahan has served on a number of art boards in the county. She started on the Peninsula Art School Board of Directors during the 1980's. She transitioned into a role as a member of the board of directors for the Francis Hardy Center for the Arts for five years. To continue her involvement in the Door County art community she now serves on the Door County Art League Board of Directors. She talked about what drew her to the peninsula.
(Audio Here)
Bresnahan is also in charge of future bookings at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Door County. She talked about the mission of the UUFDC.
(Audio Here)
Before coming back to Door County in the 1980's, Bresnahan was an art teacher for 31 years in a Milwaukee suburban school district. She still has the opportunity to substitute as an art teacher in the Gibraltar School District.
The UUFDC Gallery is located at the Fellowship, 269 Koessl Lane, Sister Bay. Hours are Mondays and Thursdays 10 A.M.-2 P.M. and Sundays following morning services. If you are interested in displaying your artwork at the UUFDC Gallery, contact Julia Bresnahan, 839-2606.
This has been "Get to Know a Neighbor"...if you know of someone we should feature on this continuing series please send your suggestion to editor@doorcountydailynews.com.
By Nick Freimuth DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 12, 2008
Your opportunity to help plan Sturgeon Bay's future begins tonight. A strategic plan meeting will held at the Sturgeon Bay High School and everyone is invited. Sturgeon Bay Community Development Director Marty Olejniczak talks about the comprehensive plan.
(Audio Here)
Olejniczak says Sturgeon Bay has a comprehensive plan and it is updated regularly. This is another part of that update.
The plan can be developed in a number of ways says Olejniczak. Sturgeon Bay has hired a consultant to do the job this time. Tonight's meeting will be the first of many.
(Audio Here)
The consultants will work with the plan commission on the comprehensive plan before sending it to the common council for their approval sometime next summer. All citizens should consider attending this meeting says Olejniczak.
(Audio Here)
The Sturgeon Bay Comprehensive Plan meeting will be 6:30PM tomorrow in the Sturgeon Bay High School Commons.
By Nick Freimuth DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 11, 2008
Smoking in public buildings, including bars and restaurants, is outlawed or severely restricted in 60 countries but their are no real laws for this in Wisconsin. Lieutenant Governor and Door County resident Barbara Lawton says those countries, states and
communities are committed to people living longer. She says the science is in on second-hand smoke.
(Audio Here)
The only way to protect non-smokers from secondhand smoke is to require smoke free workplaces and public places Lawton says. The good news she adds, is these policies do not have an adverse economic impact on the hospitality industry.
(Audio Here)
Wisconsin has something like a patchwork quilt of smoke-free regulations says Lawton. Each municipality seems to have different rules. Restaurant and tavern owners deserve a level playing field for their businesses that keep people safe says Lawton. She says its time to complete Governor Jim Doyle's strategy for smoke-free air in Wisconsin. Lawton encourages all Wisconsinites to phone your legislators and ask them to lead passage of a state wide ban of indoor smoking starting in 2009.
By Karen Klement DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 11, 2008
Crews have been working through the winter and Department of Transportation Project Supervisor Steve Noel says Sturgeon Bay's Maple to Oregon Bridge is about half done.
Steel
workers have been busy with the lift section of the bridge.(Audio Here)
The frigid temperatures and ice in the bay have caused a few dilemmas. Crews are doing what they can in those conditions says Noel.
(Audio Here)
Noel says crews had hoped for a milder winter as the ice and cold have caused a few hang ups. However, he anticipates crews to get caught up once the warmer temperatures hit. The Maple to Oregon Bridge should be complete this fall.
By Karen Klement DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 11, 2008
The Open Door Dental Clinic is offering a fluoride varnish treatment to kids in the area. The Open Door Dental Clinic provides free services for uninsured kids age 3-18. Dental clinic
coordinator Mary Ann Zjala says a grant is making this treatment
available in April and May. Zjala talks about this fluoride
treatment.(Audio Here)
The fluoride varnish helps protect the teeth says Zjala. This treatment is for kids between the ages of one and ten.
(Audio Here)
Zjala says this treatment is simple and painless. She says kids will have their teeth brushed and wiped off with a gauze square. After that, a fluoride treatment will be brushed onto the teeth.
(Audio Here)
Zjala says you'll need to make an appointment before bringing kids in for the fluoride varnish treatment. These treatments are available throughout April and May. To make an appointment phone (920) 743-4392.
By Nick Freimuth DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 10, 2008
Late Friday night and into the early morning hours on Saturday, a number of vandalism calls were reported to the Sturgeon Bay Police Department and Door County Sheriff's Department. The calls started pouring in Friday night and continued until late Saturday evening.
Calls to the Door County dispatch center reported that numbers were written on the drivers side windows of vehicles parked on city streets. Another call reported that their vehicle was spray painted with graffiti on Maple Street. A taxi service phoned in a report Friday night that cars along Third Avenue had writing all over their windows. Finally, Leatham Smith Lodge reported that their front door had been spray painted on Friday night.
Sturgeon Bay Police Chief Dan Trelka said this juvenile behavior spread throughout the city over the weekend. He described what was being used to write on cars and buildings.
(Audio Here)
This paint or soap substance is purchasable an any auto store and at large retail establishments.
The police department contacted the Sturgeon Bay High School police liaison officer because they anticipate it was a group of high school students that were responsible for the graffiti. Officer Gary Rabach is spreading the word at the high school that this type of behavior will not be tolerated. Trelka explained that if and when the responsible parties are caught, fines will be handed out.
(Audio Here)
The material found on the vehicles is used by car dealerships to post selling prices. Trelka said it will not damage your vehicle or building but if it stays on the area for a long period of time, it becomes extremely difficult to wash off. Trelka said this type of activity has been happening for a few months in the city and it appears this has turned into some sort of game.
(Audio Here)
If someone is busted for meddling for a second time, they will receive a $250 fine. Trelka and the Sturgeon Bay Police Department uses the meddling fine whenever an action has the potential to damage private or public property. The offense results in a forfeiture. Vandalism is a more serious offense and the person would be arrested.
If you have any information on this rash of meddling in Sturgeon Bay or if your property was affected, you are asked to phone the police department with any and all information.
By Karen Klement DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 10, 2008
Learn about the four candidates vying for three Sevastopol School Board Seats at a League of Women Voters forum Wednesday. Door County League President Susan Kohout says this is a great way to get to know the candidates better before heading to the polls.
(Audio Here)
Audience members can submit questions in writing to the candidates. League of Women Voters members go through submissions and eliminate inappropriate or repeat questions.
(Audio Here)
The Door County League of Women Voters Sevastopol School Board candidate forum will be Wednesday in the Sevastopol Multi Purpose room from 7:00PM - 9:00PM.
By Nick Freimuth DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 10, 2008
Your yard could be more attractive to our feathered friends this spring and summer. The Door County Master Gardener Association is sponsoring a program entitled "Attracting Birds To Your Yard" tomorrow night. The event will begin at 7:00 p.m. Roy and Charlotte Lukes will present a PowerPoint program which will help you choose the flowers, shrubs and trees best suited to attract birds. Feeders and water for birds will also be discussed. Education committee member with the Master Gardeners Tom Kile explained what the lecture will entail.
(Audio Here)
Roy and Charlotte Lukes are birding experts. They will be leading the conversation.
(Audio Here)
This lecture will take bird lovers to the next level of birding. Kile said if you follow the recommendations of Roy and Charlotte Lukes, you will be attracting rare species and more bird to your yard. From planting trees and shrubs that provide ample housing and food to purchasing the right types of feed, bird watchers will have a spring and summer filled with new friends at their feeder each morning. The event is free and open to the public.
By Nick Freimuth DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 10, 2008
First Assembly District Representative Garey Bies said voting on campaign finance reform is not as simple as saying yes or no for the issue. When asked if he would support campaign finance reform he said, "It depends how it comes through."
We heard from Democratic challengers Dick Skare and Christopher Baeb regarding campaign finance reform and how it relates to the First Assembly District race last week.
Garey Bies said he supports the general issue but said there is more below the surface when passing a bill on an issue like this.
(Audio Here)
The incumbent not only supports campaign finance reform, he has had some individual bills working towards that goal. He ensured voters that there is nothing out there in writing to support the issue at this point. You have to see the language before you can support something, he said.
The series on the race for the First Assembly District seat will continue later this month when Skare, Baeb and Bies will discuss other political issues that will make this race one of the most important in Northeast Wisconsin.
By Paul Schmitt DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 10, 2008
The 5th Annual Sturgeon Bay Breakfast Rotary Trivia Night was a huge success Saturday at the Jaycee Clubhouse. A total of thirteen teams including 100 participants competed in the three hour event. The team from Baylake Bank won the contest for the third consecutive year. They answered 72 out of 100 questions correctly. Ten different categories of ten questions concluded with Door County trivia. The event raised $1500 for the Sturgeon Bay Breakfast Rotary Club. Proceeds are used to support local community events as well as Rotary international programs like Polio Plus.
By Nick Freimuth DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 8, 2008
Sevastopol students under the age of 18 will be given a chance to vote in the upcoming election. The Kids Vote program has been a success in the Sturgeon Bay and Sevastopol districts in the past. Chair of the Door County chapter of Kids Vote USA Mark Nelson is working with the Gibraltar School District to bring the program there as well.
The program has a rich history throughout the United States. Mark Nelson said the hope is that children will better understand the voting process and choose to stay involved in the vote once they are 18. He explained how Kids Vote started.
(Audio Here)
Kids Vote in Door County is different from many places across the country. Children do not vote in school. They have to accompany their parent to the actual polling place and vote at a separate booth run by volunteers.
(Audio Here)
Kids will vote on April 1. Kids Vote volunteers will only be in the Sevastopol School District this year. People are needed for four-hour shifts throughout the day. Volunteers are also needed to tally the votes.
The Kids Vote area at polling locations is as authentic as possible. Children will fill out a special ballot in a Kids Vote booth and place their vote in a real ballot box. This program has proven results in Door County. In areas where the Kids Vote participation is strong, there are 2%-4% more adult voters in the ward or district.
If you would like to volunteer call Mark Nelson at (920) 495-5954.
By Karen Klement DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 8, 2008
If warm weather hits soon and the snow melts quickly we could have some big flooding problems. With snow piles towering high, Kewaunee County Emergency Management Director Lori Hucek says we should all be prepared for the thaw.
(Audio Here)
Hucek says its a good idea be prepared and plan ahead, especially if you live in a flood zone. Click Here for a map of the 100 year county flood plan.
(Audio Here)
In preparation for a potential flood, sand bags will be offered to Kewaunee County residents. Bags can be obtained from your local elected official or from your city or village public works department. The bags can then be filled at any of the four highway departments.
By Nick Freimuth DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 8, 2008
Mr. Door County 2008 will be crowned April 5 at the Sturgeon Bay High School Auditorium at 7:00 PM. The first ever Mr. Door County fundraiser will help a poverty-stricken school in Bolivia. A group of Rotary Interact students is organizing the event. Sturgeon Bay High School senior Annika Paulsen stumbled across this touching story.
(Audio Here)
Rotary Interact teaches youth in our community that friendships made with foreign countries today will make the world a better place tomorrow. The hope is to raise enough money to help the school district purchase a piece of land.
Mr. Door County will feature young men aged 15-21 displaying their talents, fashion sense and sense of humor. Paulsen described the event.
(Audio Here)
The evening is sure to leave the crowd laughing. Paulsen said judges will be grading participants on a number of variables including stage presence, crowd participation, ability to adlib and overall performance.
Paulsen said one young man will try to break a world record. Others will showcase instrumental, dance and singing abilities for the talent portion of the competition. Paulsen said a pre-show raffle will give people an opportunity to win gift certificates from various businesses in Door County. The first Mr. Door County 2008 event will be at 7:00 PM April 5 at the Sturgeon Bay High School Auditorium.
By Karen Klement DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 8, 2008
Personal safety will be the topic of discussion at Tuesday's Algoma Neighborhood Watch meeting. Algoma Police Officer Craig Kolbeck will be the presenter for this meeting.
(Audio Here)The public is always invited to attend these neighborhood watch meetings. The monthly meetings are held in the Algoma City Hall Council Chambers. Officer Kolbeck says many people are taking unnecessary risks.
(Audio Here)
Kollbeck hopes to see many people at this meeting.
(Audio Here)
The Algoma Neighborhood Watch meeting will be in the Algoma City Hall Council Chambers on Tuesday. The new meeting time is 6:00PM.
By Karen Klement DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 8, 2008
While Lieutenant Governor and Door County resident Barbara Lawton said she might not run for a third term, that did not mean she would exit public service. Lawton was recently interviewed by WisconsinEye. It was a one-on-one interview and this one was about the job of the Lieutenant Governor and what Lawton has done in the first five years in her
position. The question of if she would run for a third term was
sort of interposed in this conversation says Lawton. (Audio Here)
Lawton says she is very much enjoying all of the privileges and opportunities in service that she is afforded as the Lieutenant Governor.
(Audio Here)
When asked about the possibility of running for governor sometime in the future, Lawton said this.
(Audio Here)
When asked about her goals for the future, Lawton said they were not tied specifically to an office but rather to a vision for what can be done and how government and the private sector can work together.
(Audio Here)
In the end, Lawton says it was her lesson to learn to not answer hypothetical questions because they can be taken out of context. In the mean time, Lawton says there are many important issues she is working on right now as the Lieutenant Governor before considering her next role in public service.
By Karen Klement DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 8, 2008
After two years as
chair of the Kewaunee County Republican Party, Todd Lohenry has
decided to step down. Lohenry moved to Algoma in pursuit of a
high quality of life for his family about four years ago. A few
months after the move, he started inquiring about how
he could work for President Bush in that upcoming election.
That's when things started for
him in the Kewaunee County Republican Party. Within a short
period of time, Lohenry was elected and nominated to chair in a
mid-term election. A year later, he was elected to chairman of
all county chairs in Wisconsin, making him the third vice chair
of the state's Republican Party. Lohenry made the announcement
to step down at the annual caucus meeting last week.
(Audio Here)
Now, Lohenry will assume the position as past chair. He says he
will not be leaving the party and this decision is not a
reflection of the Kewaunee County party. Now, a special caucus
will take place on March 13 to elect the next chair.
(Audio Here)
Lohenry also plans on playing a major role in the John Gard for
Congress campaign as county coordinator.
(Audio Here)
The Kewaunee County Republican Party special caucus will be
March 13 at the Bank of Luxemburg in Casco.
By Nick Freimuth DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 8, 2008
Kewaunee County
Democratic challenger for the First Assembly District seat
Christopher Baeb wants to level the playing field for all
political candidates running for office. The radio stations of
DoorCountyDailyNews.com heard from Dick Skare on this issue
yesterday and will hear from Garey Bies on campaign finance
reform tomorrow.
Baeb would support any legislation that would curb the spending
on elections and give all candidates an equal opportunity
regardless of how much money they have raised. He has heard a
loud voice of support on this issue from people in his district.
The Luxemburg resident realizes that finance reform has been
slow moving in Wisconsin and believes we could change that by
electing candidates that are not party line politicians.
(Audio Here)
Campaign finance reform is one of the major issues that
Christopher Baeb feels should be apart of campaign
conversations. He knows that this is an issue that is supported
by the majority of voters in his district. Baeb said with the
help of the voters he will take their concerns to the state
assembly.
The election for the Democratic Primary will be on September 9.
This series will continue tomorrow when we hear from Republican
incumbent Garey Bies.
By Karen Klement DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 8, 2008
In a few short weeks crews will be back out working on the Highway 57 expansion project. Last season grading work took place on eleven miles of Hwy 57 between South County Line Road and County H. Department of Transportation Project Supervisor Steve Noel says crews should be back out working on the highway at the end of the month.
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Noel does not expect many impacts to traffic during this construction period. Crews will not be finished until probably November he adds. That's when traffic will be rerouted to the new section.
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Much of the work for this project was done last year. Grading, blasting and excavating were done last season. Preparing and pouring the concrete will be the main focus now.
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The Highway 57 expansion project should be complete sometime in November.
By Nick Freimuth DoorCountyDailyNews.com
March 8, 2008
Plein air painting is
being featured at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Door
County throughout the month of March. Karen Lee DeNoto uses oils
and pastels in what she describes as semi-abstract, with a
strong impressionistic pull in her work.
The New England native was my guest recently on the Arts and
Entertainment page on 96.7 FM WBDK. The artist studied art in
college and went on to break ground for women in the graphic
arts industry in Connecticut. Twenty years in the print
production business allowed her to work with museums and
publishers, bringing art books and prints to homes across the
country. DeNoto talked about her exhibit at the Unitarian
Universalist Fellowship of Door County.
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She said her move to Door County was a natural sequel because,
“The creative energy and talent of the art community (here) is
inspiring”. DeNoto commented on the inspiration she gets from
living in Door County.
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The UUFDC Gallery is located at the Fellowship, 269 Koessl Lane,
Sister Bay. Hours are Mondays and Thursdays 10 A.M.-2 P.M. and
Sundays following morning services.
If you are interested in displaying your artwork at the UUFDC
Gallery, contact Julia Bresnahan, 839-2606.