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Tactical situation on Sunset Drive in Allenton – SWAT Team on standby

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January 19, 2023 - Allenton, WI - Washington County Sheriff's are on scene with a tactical situation at a home in the 6400 block of on Sunset Drive in Allenton. The call came in around...
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Man in custody for 1st Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety | By Sheriff Martin R....

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January 20, 2023 - Addison, WI - The Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to a home on Sunset Drive in the Town of Addison on January 19, 2023 at 9:24p.m. after receiving a report...
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Motorcycle vs. car crash at Highway 33 and I41 in Allenton | By Ron...

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September 23, 2022 - Allenton, WI - The eastbound lanes of Highway 33 are blocked and the northbound off ramp on I41 has been shut down following a motorcycle vs. car crash at Highway...

No charges will be filed in fatal crash March 27, 2023, that killed Jerry...

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June 1, 2023 - Washington Co., WI - The Washington County Sheriff said no charges will be filed against the driver who rear-ended a vehicle March 27, 2023 on Highway 33 at Alpine Drive...

Barn lost, 72 cattle safe following massive fire at farm in Campbellsport | By...

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January 18, 2024 - Campbellsport, WI -On Thursday, January 18, 2024 at approximately 3:14 p.m. the Fond du Lac County Communications Center received a 911 call from a passing snowmobiler, reporting a barn was...

VIDEO | Ag rescue training with Badger Firefighter Association | By Ron Naab

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Allenton, Wi - While Saturday’s fatal farming accident weighs heavy on those in Washington County, WI we share a note to recognize the rescue crews that responded to the scene. Every year volunteer firefighters...

Visitation and Mass of Christian Burial today, April 3, 2023 for Jerry Priesgen

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April 3, 2023 - Washington Co., WI - Jerome Leo Priesgen, 61, passed away unexpectedly in an automobile accident on Monday, March 27, 2023. Heaven gained another angel for the heavenly racetrack. Jerry “Sonny” was...

Funeral details posted for Jerry Priesgen

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Washington Co., WI - Funeral details have been posted for Jerry Priesgen. The 61-year-old, well known in local racing circles and the building-and-trades community, was killed Monday after in a 3-vehicle crash on Highway...

The racing world across Washington & Dodge Counties mourns the loss of Jerry Priesgen

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March 28, 2023 - Washington Co., WI - There's going to be a big void in the racing community across Washington County, WI as friends from Slinger and Beaver Dam racetracks are mourning the...

Follow up on Friday night motorcycle vs. SUV crash at I41 and Hwy 33...

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September 24, 2022 - Allenton, Wi - On September 23, 2022 at 6:52 p.m. the Washington County Communication Center received multiple phone calls regard a motorcycle vs SUV crash on Hwy 33 at I41...

VIDEO | Farming community gathers to honor Curtis Nehm

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February 5, 2024 - Allenton, WI - There was an inspirational turnout Sunday morning as farmers from across Washington County and neighboring communities gathered in Allenton to pay tribute to a young man in...

REAL ESTATE | After 70 years Romie’s BP in Allenton sold

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March 20, 2023 - Allenton, Wi - After 70 years in business, Romie's BP in Allenton has been sold. John and Diane Breuer were the last of the Romie's family legacy to own the...

REAL ESTATE | Note of thanks for 70 years as Romie’s BP in Allenton...

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Allenton, Wi - After 70 years in business, Romie's BP in Allenton has been sold. John and Diane Breuer were the last of the Romie's family legacy to own the gas station/convenience store which...

Follow up on Highway 33 and Aurora Road crash in Town of Addison, WI

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September 8, 2022 - Town of Addison, WI - More details being released on a two-vehicle crash at the top of the hill on Highway 33 at Aurora Road. The accident occurred around 6...

Allenton Volunteer Fire Department thanks community with weeknight parades May 16-18 | By Ron...

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Washington County, WI - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) week is coming up and the Allenton Volunteer Fire Department will be thanking the community for everything that has been done to support the EMS services provided...

PHOTO GALLARY | VIDEO | Blowing snow, slick roads challenge winter driving on I41...

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February 16, 2023 - Town of Wayne, WI - The blowing snow and slick roads made for some hazardous driving conditions in Washington County, WI on Thursday afternoon as a big pileup brought southbound...

Obituary | Martin “Marty” Anthony Ritger, Jr., 74, of Allenton, WI

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July 7, 2022 - Washington County, WI - Marty was born January 1, 1948 in Allenton to the late Martin and Johanna (Aufdermauer) Ritger. A man of few words, as Marty would say, “I...

Washington County Board votes 13-6 to move $3.6 million safety referendum to November ballot

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August 10, 2022 - Washington Co., Wi - On a vote of 13 - 6 with two supervisors excused, the Washington County Board voted to place a $3.6 million safety referendum on the November...
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Guest Editorial | Washington County government campaigns for tax increases using scare tactics |...

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August 23, 2022 - Kewaskum, WI - As a former legislator and Vice-Chair of the Public Safety Committee in the Wisconsin Assembly, my family and I support our local law enforcement 100%.  While I...
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8 fire departments battle frigid temps during 2 a.m. house fire in Town of...

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January 17, 2024 - Town of Polk, WI - Frigid temperatures and icy conditions made for extra challenges as firefighters battled an early morning fire at 3685 Mayfield Road in the Town of Polk. Battalion...