03 July 2024

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Check It Out!

Check It Out!


Check It Out! LORI KREIS, DIRECTOR KEWASKUM PUBLIC LIBRARY While we are still getting settled in our new digs, I am looking to expand our resources for the community. With the extra room we have for programming, I am open to suggestions about what we will offer. For adult programs, besides our book clubs, recipe club and craft nights, I am excited to be able to hold a new program, “Genealogy

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POLICE ACADEMY

POLICE ACADEMY


POLICE ACADEMY from page 1 bringing a Blackhawk Helicopter on Friday, June 28 • Washington County District Attorney’s Office – Students will go to the courthouse to see live court in person and then meet with District Attorney Mark Bensen • Kewaskum Fire Department – KFD will bring an ambulance and fire apparatus to discuss fire and EMS response Putting together the junior

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Return of the Canada Gang

Return of the Canada Gang


AN OUTDOORSMAN’S JOURNAL Return of the Canada Gang MARK WALTERS COLUMNIST Hello friends, Back in 1982, I was 21 and my brother Mike was 25. Along with my dad, the late Robert Walters, and a family friend, we flew by float plane to Shultz Lake which is 55 air miles northwest of Red Lake and absolutely kicked butt on walleye and northern pike. Fortytwo years later, Chimo Lodge and Outposts,
28 June 2024

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Lucille R. Bassill

Lucille R. Bassill


Lucille R. Bassill, 92, of Campbellsport went home to her Lord on Friday, June 28, 2024, with her beloved family gathered with her at Serenity Villa in Campbellsport. She was born in the Town of Ashford on the family homestead on November 19, 1931, the daughter of Clarence and Cecilia (nee Foy) Rohlinger. On September 26, 1953, Lucille was united in marriage to Sylvester Bassill at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in Campbellsport. Lucille worked at Koenigs Apparel, doing bookkeeping at Bauer’s Mill and then at St. Joseph Convent in Campbellsport in food service before retiring. She was a member of St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, the Christian Women, the Mission Sewing Circle and Loaves and Fishes. She enjoyed going to the casinos, but most important was time spent with family and going to the grandchildren’s events. Survivors include her children, Patrick (Donna) Bassill, Michael (Gail) Bassill, Judith Bassill, and Sandra (Bruce) Balson; grandchildren, Nick (Bridget) Bassill, Lisa (Jacob) Turowski, Jenny Bassill, Matthew (Lindsay) Balson, Jacob (Taylor) Balson, and Ashley Balson; great-grandchildren, Hazel, Ellie, Josie, McKenzie, Theo, Penny, Adelaide, and Avery; brother, Daniel (Donna) Rohlinger; sisters, Alice Carpenter, Rose (Roger) Ramthun, and Joan (Syl) Neis; many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Lucille was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Syl; brother, Eugene (Helen) Rohlinger; sisters, Marion (John) Karoses and Therese Rohlinger; and brother-in-law, Lee Carpenter. Visitation will be Sunday, July 7, from 2 to 4 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, 406 E. Main St., Campbellsport. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Sunday, July 7, at 4 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church with Rev. Mark Jones officiating. Burial will follow in St. Matthews Cemetery. The family extends a special thank you to the staff of Serenity Villa for their exceptional care of Lucille for the past 6 years and to the staff of Preceptor Hospice. In lieu of flowers memorials are appreciated to St. Matthew’s Parish or Special Olympics. “Thanks for coming” Twohig Funeral Home is serving the family with guestbook and condolences at www.twohigfunerals.com
26 June 2024

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Melvin M. Stoffel

Melvin M. Stoffel


Melvin M. Stoffel, 87, of Campbellsport went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at his home with his loving family gathered around him.     He was born on the family homestead near Campbellsport, in the same house where he died, on October 16, 1936, the son of Frank and Otillia (nee Rohlinger) Stoffel. On September 24, 1960, Melvin was united in marriage to Genevieve J. Galligan at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in Campbellsport, where they continue to be members.     Melvin served in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1959, and was stationed in Korea. He was the manager of F/S Feed Mill in Campbellsport for many years and also farmed on the family homestead. Melvin was an active member of the Campbellsport Fire Department and Ambulance Service, serving as a captain for a number of years. He enjoyed playing in family softball games and restoring old tractors.     Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Genny; children, Ann (David) Zangl, John (Judy) Stoffel, Terri (Ed) Stoffel, and Joseph (Lee) Stoffel; grandchildren, Tyler Zangl, Hailey (Matt) Soltis, Jamie (Jim) Stein, Krystal (Jason) Scott, Ashley (special friend, Jim) McCray, and Avery, Porter, and Leighton Stoffel; great-grandchildren, Mathias and Aleah; siblings, Ralph (Ruth) Stoffel, Frank (Donna) Stoffel, Jr, Katherine “Toots” (Kenneth) Jungers, Donald (Eileen) Stoffel, and Tony (Pam) Stoffel; many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.     Melvin was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Rolland.     Visitation will be held Sunday, June 30, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Twohig Funeral Home, 109 W. Main St., Campbellsport, and on Monday, July 1, from 10 to 11 a.m. at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, 406 E. Main St., Campbellsport.     A Mass of Christian Burial will follow on Monday, July 1, at 11 a.m. at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church with Rev. Mark Jones officiating. Entombment will be in the Shrine of Rest Mausoleum at Ledgeview Memorial Park in Fond du Lac.     The family extends a special thank you to the many family and friends who have helped the family during these last few years.     In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Jude’s Hospital are appreciated.   The Twohig Funeral Home is serving the family with guestbook and condolences at www.twohigfunerals.com

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King Pin Jr. Bowlers Raise $16,944 in Scholarship Dollars

King Pin Jr. Bowlers Raise $16,944 in Scholarship Dollars


King Pin Jr. Bowlers Raise $16,944 in Scholarship Dollars This has been another busy year in the fundraising department for the King Pin Junior Scholarship bowlers. The year started off with our annual pizza and fish fry fundraiser. This year 69 participants sold pizzas and fish dinners to deposit $7,857 into their scholarship accounts. As usual, bowlers and parents met in the CHS cafeteria

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K.H.S. Students Ready to  Rock Summerfest Stage

K.H.S. Students Ready to Rock Summerfest Stage


K.H.S. Students Ready to Rock Summerfest Stage BREANNA RICE JOURNALIST The XI Project garage band, made up of Kewaskum High School (KHS) students, Eddie Prochnow and Izak Pintor, are one of the few youth bands set to take the Summerfest stage this Saturday, June 29. “I’m honored to be one of the ten bands chosen out of all of Wisconsin [to perform], and with only two players at

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RURAL WRITES

RURAL WRITES


| RURAL WRITES | G.A. SCHEINOHA CONTRIBUTOR School’s out! Can you think of a better reason to drive safely? No matter how long it’s been a reminder never hurts. Cruising down any side street remain vigilant, eyes peeled and always cognizant about children playing on their front lawns. Only inches shy of traffic. The kicked ball which rolls out onto the blacktop may soon be followed by

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