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February 2019

Tue
26
Feb

Fire Destroys Barn Near Monticello

Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/26/2019 - 3:25pm

Shortly before 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 21st, a barn fire was reported at the Waelchli residence on Krueger Road in Monticello. According to Monticello Fire Chief Kevin Komprood, the barn and its contents were a total loss, with a value of $140,000. There were no animals housed in the barn and the cause was thought to be electrical in nature. Assisting the Monticello Fire Department were departments from New Glarus, Albany, Monroe, Juda and Evansville, along with the Monticello Police Department and the Green County Sheriff's Department.

Tue
26
Feb

New Glarus Lions Club Presents Scholarships

Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/26/2019 - 3:25pm

Scholarship Chair Jerry Blum, representing the New Glarus Lions Club, recently presented scholarship checks to several New Glarus High School students, Travis Zimmerman, Emma Eicher, Elizabeth Woerpel and Willow Lee.

Tue
26
Feb

Roboknights Team Quantum Immobilizers Compete at First LEGO League State Championship

Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/26/2019 - 3:25pm

On Saturday, February 23, 2019, the New Glarus Roboknights team Quantum Immobilizers competed at the First LEGO League State Championship as one of the 36 top teams in Wisconsin. They researched the problem of bone deterioration in microgravity and developed an innovative solution for producing artificial gravity while exercising the lower body and combating both motion and homesickness using virtual reality. They were able to collaborate with other FLL teams, area professionals and even some NASA scientists to solve problems and improve their prototype.

Tue
26
Feb

Hands of Change Youth Service Project

Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/26/2019 - 3:25pm

A new after school program sponsored by Zwingli United Church of Christ has begun serving Monticello and Green County. Each Monday afternoon, youths grade 6 and above are invited to come help make our community a better place. Hands of Change is a program that focus on the joy of helping others. Each week participants are picked up by volunteers at Monticello School, given a snack and transported to a service site. Each Monday Monticello schools are in session, HOC travels to a different place to serve.

Tue
26
Feb

MFCC Paint Night

Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/26/2019 - 3:25pm

Join us for a fun night of painting on Thursday, March 21st, at 6:30 p.m., at TnD's. Signs by Caitlin are offering many signs to choose from, including spring themes of Easter and baseball. You can even paint a sign of your pet! The registration link is available on the Monticello Schools website or find it on Facebook on the MFCC page or in the Monticello Schools group. Proceeds from this sale support Monticello FCCLA members in their activities and travels. Questions may be directed to Rachel Rufer, FCCLA Adviser, at Monticello Schools.

Tue
26
Feb

American Family Children's Hospital Fundraiser A Success

Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/26/2019 - 3:25pm

A HUGE THANK YOU to our basketball teams, Elementary School, local businesses, community and WI Heights Basketball teams/fans for a successful American Family Children's Hospital fundraiser! The Belleville Sports Boosters donated concession stand profits and matched the donations received at the games on February 1st. In total, we donated $3,500 to the Child Life Program, along with 15 tie blankets and over 450 crayons, books and coloring books for children who stay at the hospital. What an AMAZING community we live in!!

Tue
26
Feb

Nomination Period Open for Organic Advisory Council

Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/26/2019 - 3:22pm

The Wisconsin Organic Advisory Council has five openings for individuals interested in shaping the future of organic farming and food in Wisconsin. Nominations are due March 14, 2019.
The five openings include seats in each of the following categories: organic farmer (two), business, consumer, and at-large. Members serve three-year terms, and the council meets quarterly.

Tue
26
Feb

Green County Master Gardeners Present Parrfection Produce Speaker

Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/26/2019 - 3:21pm

The Green County Master Gardeners will be holding their monthly meeting on Thursday, February 28, 2019, at 7:00 p.m., at the Green County Justice Center, 2841 6th Street, Monroe, in the Multi-Purpose Rooms. Meetings usually include speakers or tours for learning and are open to the public to attend.

Tue
26
Feb

ACCESS to Independence Announces New Executive Director

Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/26/2019 - 3:21pm

After an extensive national search, the ACCESS to Independence Board of Directors has selected Jason Beloungy as the next Executive Director, effective March 1st, 2019. Jason succeeds ACCESS's long-term Executive Director, Dee Nash, who is retiring after 10 years of service!

Tue
26
Feb

Monticello's Track & Field Takes Team Traditional Fundraising ^To the Mats!^"

Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/26/2019 - 3:20pm

The most unique fundraising concept to come along in a very long while is quickly gaining popularity across the country. National organization, Custom Fundraising Solutions, creator of “The Mattress Fundraiser”, has given back over $40 million dollars to schools across the country. On Sunday, March 31st, the Monticello High School is taking traditional fundraising to the “mats” by hosting their own Mattress Fundraiser to raise money for the Track & Field Team.

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