Baraboo

BARABOO, Wis. (AP) — A Sauk County car crash that killed three people involved members of the senior class at Baraboo High School, according to authorities.

Sheriff Chip Meister on Monday identified the driver who died as 20-year-old Atreyu Ortiz, of rural Baraboo.

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La Crosse man sentenced to 66 years in crash that killed 2

October 1, 2021 GMT

BARABOO, WIs. (AP) — A La Crosse man with a history of drunken driving has been sentenced to 66 years in prison for a crash that killed two people and severely injured two others.

Albart B. Shores, 59, who was found guilty by a jury in April, apologized in Sauk County Circuit Court in Baraboo on Thursday for driving drunk along Interstate 94/90 near Wisconsin Dells on Oct.

Wisconsin district settles suit over harassment of student

September 20, 2021 GMT

BARABOO, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin school district has settled a lawsuit brought by one of its former students who said the district ignored years of complaints by her and her mother about multiple sexual assaults and a pattern of racial discrimination.

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First whooping crane hatched at foundation in Wisconsin dies

March 9, 2021 GMT

BARABOO, Wis. (AP) — The first whooping crane hatched at the International Crane Foundation in Wisconsin has died...

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Pandemic politicking: Democrats at laptops. GOP at your door

By THOMAS BEAUMONT and LISA MASCAROSeptember 4, 2020 GMT

REEDSBURG, Wisconsin (AP) — At a family dining table in tiny Reedsburg, Wisconsin, Arlene Ketchpaw chatted with a half-dozen Sauk County Democrats about how to win over voters, her fellow volunteers staring out from a now familiar Zoom screen...

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Christmas trees still big business in Wisconsin

By BARRY ADAMSNovember 26, 2019 GMT

BARABOO, Wis. (AP) — Out here they are Christmas trees.

And this is how Jim Dohner makes his livelihood.

He began planting trees in rural Sauk County in the late 1980s and has been selling his Fraser and white pines since 1997 away from the politics that play out 49.6 miles to the southwest at the state Capitol.

Justin R. Severson, 36, Baraboo

Staff WriterSeptember 25, 2019 GMT

BARABOO—Justin R. Severson, age 36, passed away Monday, Sept. 23, 2019, after a tragic accident. Justin, son of Randy and Kerri (Goodwin) Severson was born Oct. 8, 1982, in Madison. He was a 2001 graduate of Mt.

Sauk County Housing Authority looks to change funding classification for rental assistance properties

Nicole AimoneSeptember 25, 2019 GMT

The Sauk County Housing Authority is requesting a status change for government-subsidized housing in the county.

The request would change the funding stream for the 40 subsidized units the county manages.

Gander Outdoors looks to leave Baraboo location, no new site announced in online sale

Bridget CookeSeptember 25, 2019 GMT

Empty shelves stood out over the products Tuesday at Gander Outdoors in West Baraboo as customers milled around looking to take advantage of deep clearance options.

An online flier announced “Store Moving Everything Must Go!” along with a 60% discount coupon, though there has been no new location announced.

Discover Real Baraboo organizers set to roll out brand

Bridget CookeSeptember 25, 2019 GMT

Organizers want people to take the advice of the Discover Real Baraboo logo that was formed through a planned marketing campaign and took nearly two years to fully realize.

West Baraboo Village President Dave Dahlke said the work highlights a partnership among local entities that recognized a need for more visibility of the area.

Officials urge boaters to use caution as waters rise on Baraboo, Wisconsin rivers

Bridget CookeJuly 20, 2019 GMT

Sauk County Emergency Management officials are urging residents and visitors to use caution if they decide to take part in recreational activities on the Baraboo River this weekend.

Heavy rainfall Wednesday and Thursday night prompted a flood warning for the river in Sauk County until 7 a.m.

Baraboo police warn citizens of recent telephone fraud attempts by callers claiming to be police

Brad AllenMay 25, 2019 GMT

Citizens should be vigilant and cautious of fraudulent phone calls, Baraboo police say.

In a Facebook post on Friday, the Baraboo Police Department said a citizen informed them of a telephone fraud attempt in which a police department's number shows up on caller identification and the callers identify themselves as members of the local police.

Baraboo winery expands at street-level storefront

Ben BromleyMay 11, 2019 GMT

A rising tide lifts all boats, and Von Klaus Winery is happily going with the flow of America’s wine craze.

Von Klaus was ahead of its time when the late Clint Clingerman founded it in Baraboo 20 years ago.

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Man arrested after allegedly making threats in Baraboo, police say

Bill Novak | Wisconsin State JournalMarch 5, 2019 GMT

A man who threatened to harm both himself and another person in Baraboo was arrested Sunday after police talked to him and shut down the street the house was on.

The unidentified man was taken into custody in the 800 block of Eighth Avenue, Baraboo police said.

Middle school needs significant upgrades and expansion in $41M referendum, Baraboo officials say

Susan EndresMarch 2, 2019 GMT

Baraboo School District’s needs, as well as those of modern educational practices, have outgrown Jack Young Middle School, district officials say.

Voters will decide next month whether the district can embark on a $41.7 million renovation project that would add about 45,000 square feet to the building, according to District Administrator Lori Mueller.

Police notebook for March 2, 2019

DAILY REGISTER STAFF PDR-News@wiscnews.comMarch 2, 2019 GMT

Information is taken from the records of the Portage Police Department and does not represent a comprehensive list of police activity. Each individual named in this report is presumed to be innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Sophomores collect shoes as Baraboo prom fundraiser

Susan EndresFebruary 22, 2019 GMT

Baraboo High School’s sophomores are venturing outside the box this year to raise funds for their junior prom. Instead of selling pastries or asking for money, they want your shoes.

The shoes can be new or gently used, any style and any size, so long as they are left at one of the several dropoff points around Baraboo before March 21, said sophomore class adviser and teacher Shelley Mordini.

Baraboo may designate south-side neighborhood blighted

Ben BromleyFebruary 21, 2019 GMT

After reassuring residents the move won’t have the negative effects they fear, Baraboo’s Plan Commission recommended declaring a south-side neighborhood blighted to secure aid for rebuilding Lake Street.