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Thursday, October 31, 2013 Vol. 132, No. 13 Stoughton, WI

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Mayors plan: 2 new depts., HR director

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Mayor Donna Olson unveiled plans last week to create two new departments in a restructuring of personnel and duties at City Hall. Her proposal at last weeks meeting of Stoughton alders, as

an informal committee of the whole, was the result of a study that the Common Council had commissioned earlier this year of the citys staffing and operations. Much of the impetus for the report was the difficulty in retaining qualified city clerks, who have found themselves saddled

with increasing responsibilities because of federal voting laws while simultaneously holding personnel director duties which also have become more complex. Olson wants to consolidate the finance department with what had been the city clerk/personnel department into a single finance

administrative services department, under the direction of finance director Laurie Sullivan. She also proposed removing personnel duties from the city clerk and making them the responsibility of a new personnel/ human resources department. Olson said consolidating the

finance and city clerk departments could happen almost immediately without any budgetary changes at all. The change will allow us to reduce some stress and get back to work in a more efficient

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City of Stoughton

Alders divided over need to know

Some pushing for identity of retailers in Kettle Park West
Bill Livick
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City alders are divided over the question of whether they need to know the identity of a potential big box retailer that might anchor the commercial part of the emerging Kettle Park West development on the citys northwest side. The issue surfaced again at last weeks Common Council meeting, when the council was about to hear the first reading of

an ordinance that would rezone about 35 acres from rural to planned development, which would allow for the commercial development of about seven parcels in the 275-acre Kettle West property. The council plans to consider the ordinance at its next meeting, Nov. 12. Proponents of the zoning change say the city doesnt need to know whom the tenants are in order to approve the changes, while critics say the project has too many loose ends and there has been too much secrecy surrounding the project.

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Stoughton Area School District

Survey: District improving, has community support

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Trick or Treat on Main Street

Families flock downtown for trick-or-treating along Main Street Saturday in Stoughton. Above: Curious George, the man in the yellow hat and their family trick-or-treat by Next Generation. Left: Stoughton High School junior Nick McGlynn hands out candy at McGlynns pharmacy. Right: A builder sits in his bulldozer. Look for more Halloween photos online and in next weeks Hub.
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Stoughton area residents see a school district that is improving and has their growing support, according to preliminary community survey results recently released by the district. The take-home message of the results included many responses pointing to more positive attitudes among district residents toward the school, including a willingness to pitch in to improve its financial picture. With a potential new referendum looming next year four

years after voters passed a previous set of referendums thats good news for district leaders. Stoughton Area School District superintendent Tim Onsager said he was pleased to see plenty of positive trends in the data, which contrasted identical questions posed both in 2009 and this fall. Were really proud of the survey results, he said. Were very proud of the growth weve made and are very happy that the community is showing its

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Hope Chest supports women with breast cancer

Organization helping for more than a decade
Bill Livick
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Since September 2000, there has been a place in Stoughton for women with breast cancer and those whove survived it, as well as their families and caregivers to go for information and support. Hope Chest is women sharing their breast cancer journey with hope, said Judy Gryttenholm, who founded Hope Chest Breast Cancer Support Group after going through her own journey and recovery. I was diagnosed with cancer in November of 1998, she recalled. I had terrific support from my family but still felt I needed to talk to somebody who had gone through this because you have so many questions about the surgery and all the treatments and side effects. About a year after she survived her ordeal, Gryttenholm received phone calls from a couple of women who had been diagnosed with breast cancer. They wanted somebody to talk with about their fears and concerns. We met a few times, and one of them kept saying we should start a breast cancer support group, Gryttenholm remembered. I had really been thinking about it, so I called the Stoughton Hospital and asked if we started a support group,

could we meet in the board room at the hospital? She said people at the hospital were happy that a support group would be starting and were really supportive of us. Along with Gryttenholm, nine women attended the first meeting of Hope Chest. By her count, 64 women have participated in the group since its beginning. Lately, fewer women have been attending Hope Chest meetings, which begin at 6 p.m. the third Monday of each month in the hospital board room. Gryttenholm and others hope to turn that around because they know there is a need for what they do. Gryttenholm, Karleen Tyksinski and Georgean Pentel-Nicholson are core members of the group and are consistently there for women whove been diagnosed with the disease. They said all women, and also men, who suffer from breast cancer or have survived it are welcome to attend, regardless of where they live or what they believe. Tyksinski was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007 and found the support group to be a tremendous help. When you have breast cancer, you want to talk with people whove gone through it, who know more about it and who can answer your questions and speak to your anxieties and fears, she said. We are always there, even if its just one or two of us. Were there to help women and their caregivers if theyre interested.

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From left: Judy Gryttenholm, Karleen Tyksinski and Georgean Pentel-Nicholson are key members of the nonprofit Hope Chest Breast Cancer Support Group, which meets once a month at Stoughton Hospital.

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Hope Chest Breast Cancer Support Group meetings When: 6 p.m., third Monday of each month Where: Stoughton Hospital board room, 900 Ridge St., Stoughton Contact: Judy Gryttenholm - 770-7829 Karleen Tyksinski - 8736041 Georgean PentelNicholson - 873-6174

listen to their concerns, fears and questions. We really want them to express their feelings, if they can, because that helps.

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Weve had some husbands come occasionally. She said there is nothing complicated about the meetings and there is no pressure. The group exists to support women and answer their questions. If a woman prefers not to meet in a group setting, Hope Chest members are happy to meet one-on-one or simply talk over the phone. But there is power in seeing a group of women who have overcome breast can healthy, happy cer and are and vibrant. We sit together and we listen to them, Tyksinski said. We ask questions of how we can help them and

Stoughton Hospital provides the meeting space for Hope Chest and also helps to publicize the group. Other local businesses help with financial donations so that Hope Chest can sponsor women to attend one of two statewide programs that support breast cancer patients and survivors. Breast Cancer Recovery is a statewide organization that hosts Infinite Boundaries retreats in Door County and on Madeline Island for women going through breast cancer or those who have survived it. The retreats are based on the belief that the journey to recovery and healing involves the whole woman, mind and body, according to information on the organizations website. Retreats are designed to help women find inner strength and experience the hope needed to live each day beyond the boundaries of breast cancer. Survivors have the opportunity to discuss the issues surrounding their breast

cancer, gather information and enjoy the company of new-found sisters in healing environments. Special care is taken in choosing scenic, natural settings because we believe that healing can be found in nature. Women can attend a $1,500 retreat at no cost because Breast Cancer Recovery offers a $1,100 scholarship, and Hope Chest will pay the balance. Gryttenholm said most of the women whove participated in Hope Chest have attended a retreat on Madeline Island, which, she noted, translates from a Native American language as the healing island. Or theyve gone to an annual conference in Madison called Sharing the Knowledge, also organized by Breast Cancer Recovery. Tyksinski remembers the feelings of strength and braveness she encountered at a Sharing the Knowledge conference. She said she walked into a room with 200 breast cancer survivors, some wearing wigs or scarves, and had a strong impression that when you survive breast cancer, youre changed in a good way.

In addition to providing support and encouragement, Hope Chest provides practical advice. The group reminds women diagnosed with breast cancer to ask questions of their doctors when they dont fully understand a procedure or any other aspect of the disease or treatment. Hope Chest volunteers also discuss practical things like how to conduct self examinations of their breasts and the importance of having mammograms on a regular basis. Both are keys to getting an early diagnosis a critically important factor in surviving breast cancer. Women need to check their own breasts at least once a month, Tyksinski said. They need to get to know their breasts so that they know when there is a change, and if they dont do it regularly they wont know. She said women with the cancer wont necessarily feel a lump. They might feel a thickening, or have a sense that something just feels different. Having mammograms regularly is so important because they give you a history and something to compare, she said. Early detection is just so important. She admits that when I examine my own breasts, Im afraid Ill find something. But if you do find it and its early, your chances of survival are just amazingly good. Tyksinski said participating in Hope Chest helped her recognize and act on the fact that she was not comfortable with the job her first oncologist was doing. Talking with group members gave her the strength to find another doctor, and Im so glad I did. The difference is just incredible. Those of us who have been in the group for a while, we still get a lot from each other, she said. We still check on everyones health to be sure things are going well. If not, that person gets a lot of support from us.

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Residents can now donate funds to help a Stoughton family whose home was a total loss from a fire this month. Last Saturday, the Swensons home on the 200 block of East Jefferson Street caught fire, leaving the Swenson family and a friend with not much left. An account was set up by a family acquaintance at the Anchor Bank of Stoughton, 1720 U.S. 51. Those who wish to donate can call the bank at 877-4100 or send a check to the bank addressed to Emergency fund for Denise Swenson and family.

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Good drivers get a free coffee maker

About two dozen drivers who gave pedestrians a brake on Saturday were on their way to a free coffee break. The City of Stoughton and the Stoughton Police Department handed out tickets from noon until 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 26, for a Keurig single-cup coffee brewer to drivers who obeyed the laws about pedestrian safety. The move was an attempt to get people more aware about the law that requires drivers to stop for pedestrians attempting to cross the street, police chief Greg Leck said in a news release. The issue of pedestrian safety isnt a new one, Leck said. So we wanted to try something different to get peoples attention. Stoughton is the originator of the coffee break, so what better reward for doing the right thing than a coffee brewer. Leck said the city came up with the good behavior ticket idea when Keurig gave brewers to the city. Stoughton mayor Donna

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Reports collected from the log book at the Stoughton Police Department. Aug. 14 3:15 p.m. A vial containing ammonia sulfide was found by children in a driveway on West Broadway Street. The childrens mother called police and police disposed of the substance. Ammonia sulfide is often used as a stink bomb and releases a rotten egg smell when opened. 8:44 p.m. A 44-year-old man on Jackson Street was warned to not make harassing phone calls to an 18-yearold woman. 11:05 p.m. A night manager at Walmart called police after he asked a group of people who hang out in the parking lot after hours to leave. The manager said the group refused and cursed at him. Aug. 15 10:10 a.m. A 17-year-old girl on Pine Street hit her mother several times, causing injury. 1:18 p.m. A 79-year-old man complained about his garden being damaged on East Main Street. The garden is in the park row, police advised, and there is nothing that can be done. He was told the same thing by the city. Aug. 16 3:03 a.m. A 38-year-old woman was warned for lewd and lascivious behavior after urinating in public on the 2300 block of Hwy. 51. Mark Ignatowski

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Stoughton Mayor Donna Olson hands out a coupon for a free coffee maker to a good driver during the citys pedestrian safety initiative Saturday, Oct. 26.

Olson took part in rewarding drivers during the crosswalk safety campaign. We hope that reinforcing positive behavior and doing something unique, like handing out coffee brewers, will bring awareness to crosswalk safety

which is a serious concern for all cities, Olson said in the news release. It takes just seconds to brake for a pedestrian in a crosswalk; seconds that we can spare in order to save lives. According to the news release, one pedestrian

was injured or killed every seven hours in the state in 2011. The Stoughton crosswalk safety campaign comes on the heels of a crosswalk accident that took the life of a Stoughton woman in August.

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Survey: Preliminary results show growing support

Continued from page 1 confidence in us. The fact that the number of satisfied people increased and the number of dissatisfied people dropped stood out to Onsager. Thats growth across the board, he said. Any time we can compare originally what we were doing and benchmark it to something, I think thats great. Onsager said the surveys final results will likely be in later this week, and then the next conversation between board and staff will be where to go with the information. District staff have been working for months on putting together a new referendum, and preliminary plans are to hold one held next April. If thats the case, the school board would have until Jan. 18 to approve a resolution. The district last approved two referendums in 2010, including an operating one that will expire next June, leaving the district with a $3.3 million shortfall in the next fiscal year without a replacement referendum, said Onsager, triggering the recent push for community input in the planning process. The survey was conducted earlier this month, with 1,557 responses (1,108 Internet, 449 paper), and a stated margin of error of 2.9 percent. Respondents tended to be between the ages of 36-55, with the vast majority (59 percent) living in the City of Stoughton, followed by Pleasant Springs (13) and Dunkirk (8). District workers comprised 19 percent of respondents, and people with children in the district comprised 52 percent (43 percent of those attended SHS). Among funding priorities, the top three were: keeping technology up to date (58 percent), recruit/ retain high quality staff (52) and prepare students for life after high school (51). A similar list had for its top three choices: increase advanced placement courses (25 percent), maintain/ improve facilities (23) and staff training/development (22). In one question response, 68 percent of respondents would not support increasing class sizes to save money. For the question, Overall, I am satisfied with the financial management of the Stoughton Area School District, respondents agree 53 percent, compared with 45 in 2009. The number of disagree dropped in that time from 24 to 11 percent. The number of strongly agree nearly doubled, from 6 to 11 percent. For the question, Overall, how satisfied are you with the Stoughton Area School District? the number of not satisfied dropped from 17 to 11 percent, with satisfieds rising from 55 to 58 percent and very satisfieds rising from 11 to 19 percent. For the question, Overall, how do you feel the quality of the Stoughton Area School District is affecting our community? 57 percent said positive impact, with 14 percent stating little or no impact at 9 percent negative impact. For the question, Would you support a referendum to maintain ALL programs and services, requiring an average annual tax increase of around $100 on a $200,000 home more than the current level? 66 percent responded either probably yes or definitely yes, with 23 percent stating probably no or definitely no. For the question, Would you support a referendum to maintain a portion of the programs and services, requiring the district to cut an average of $2.4 million per year, but keeping taxes at their current level? 56 percent responded probably or definitely yes, with 25 percent stating probably or definitely no. If funding cuts are required, math, science and language arts are listed as the highest priorities to keep, with funding for educational assistants, special education services and reading teachers at the bottom. Note: All statistics are preliminary.

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Three Gaits hosts 30th anniversary fundraiser

A local nonprofit organization that has helped people with disabilities for three decades is celebrating its anniversary with a fundraiser event. A Night to Remember fundraiser will be an event to celebrate Three Gaits 30th anniversary of improving the lives of people with different abilities through therapeutic horsemanship. The night will take place at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, at Legend at Bergamont Golf Course in Oregon. A Night to Remember is a fundraising event that will celebrate the inspiring work that has taken place over the last 30 years and will offer a look forward to the exciting opportunities that lay ahead for Three Gaits. It will be an evening of fine wine, hors doeuvres, dinner, dessert, silent auction and carriage rides. The evening will allow for

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Despite low water levels, the families of Pack 162 gathered for their Annual Picnic and Fishing Day at Viking County Park on Aug. 18. Brayden Welhoefer holds up a fish he caught. The weather was perfect and for fishing and a picnic. Attendance was excellent and the families had a good afternoon of fishing and fellowship.

Budget: COW recommends personnel budget

Continued from page 1 manner, Olson said. Working under Sullivan would be the city clerk, the deputy clerk, the deputy treasurer, a finance specialist and two half-time administrative assistants who currently work as City Hall receptionists. If the Common Council goes along with her proposal, the city would hire a full-time Human Resources director, who would also have an administrative assistant. This separates the HR functions from the clerk and finance offices, Olson explained. She said the HR director would also be in charge of risk management and safety and supervisory training offered through the citys insurance provider, the Cities and Villages Mutual Insurance Company. The report, by the consulting firm Baker Tilly, also recommended the city hire an information technology specialist, but Olson said the city could not afford that in 2014. We have started working with community partners to find a way to make that happen, she said. Alders at the committee of the whole meeting did not debate Olsons proposal, other than a few minor questions. Council president Eric Hohol (Dist. 1) said that discussion would take place at the Nov. 12 Common Council meeting, when the Personnel committee brings its recommendations on the restructuring. Olson told alders her plan would cost of $22,451, the number cited in the Baker Tilly report. Ald. Mike Engelberger (Dist. 2) questioned the low cost of adding that many staff hours, but Olson answered that it could be done partly by reducing the salary of the clerk to pay for the HR director and by shifting hours among part-time employees. Her preliminary proposal lists the HR director and clerk both at $53,000 a year, but Sullivan told the Hub those numbers are still
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being worked out. Olson said the plan shifts around staff hours to provide very select, specific services. Weve taken two 30-hour administrative assistants one in the finance office and one at the reception desk and weve broken that 60 hours into three 20-hour positions, Olson explained. Two of them will serve in City Hall at the front desk and the third will serve or HR specialist.

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With a 10 percent hike in health insurance costs and a 2 percent cost-of-living wage increase, the citys personnel budget will go up by at least $171,496 next year, according to finance director Sullivans estimate. The wage adjustment would account for $89,765 of that increase. Sullivan said personnel expenses in 2014 would amount to $6,022,865 and employee compensation would be $5,990,918. Employee compensation this year was $5,819,422. The figures for next year are only estimates, she said. Personnel expenses account for about 60 percent of the citys total $13.5 million budget. Total operating costs in 2014 are estimated at $5.8 million.

If the council adopts Olsons proposed personnel changes for 2014, the budgetary effect would be a net increase of $203,400. The total change in the personnel budget would be $381,557, Sullivan said, but $178,115 of that total would be recovered through community partnerships with the police department, the school district, Friends of the Youth Center and a foundation grant that covers the cost of an employee at the senior center Among new personnel costs proposed for 2014 are: $75,647 to hire a police officer to fill a vacancy created by a new school resource officer. The city is paying 25 percent of the cost of the new officer, with the school district covering 75 percent. That means $56,900 will come back to the city A $22,197 increase for seasonal employees in the streets department, as well as modest increases for key employees $101,200 for two Youth Center employees, the cost of which will be paid by Friends of the Youth Center $22,451 for the proposed restructuring The committee of the whole voted 10-0 to recommend that the Common Council adopt the proposed 2014 personnel budget.

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For tickets, call the box office at (608) 877-4400. Basia Bulat When: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6. Tickets: $25. Info: Toronto-based singersongwriter Basia Bulat projects a powerful voice to go with raw emotion on her new album, Tall Tall Shadow. The 29-year-old multiinstrumentalist is making her first appearance at the Stoughton Opera House next week. The historic theaters intimate stage and outstanding acoustics ought to be a perfect match for Bulats close-andpersonal style of music making and storytelling. Tani Diakite & the Afrofunkstars When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9. Tickets: $15. Info: A native of Mali in West Africa, Tani Diakite moved to Madison in 2002 and has been a powerful force in the local music scene. With his kamale ngoni, a West African ancestor to the banjo, and his moving singing, he digs deep into the roots of the blues. The kamala ngoni is the centerpiece of a popular style of music from Mali called Wassoulou Music, and Diakite is a master of it. Diakite and the Afrofunkstars demonstrate why Mali is often called the birthplace of the blues. The Afrofunkstars are backed up by a hot rhythm section that features the jembe and other various percussion instruments, bass, keyboards and guitar.

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Who: Count This Penny When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8 Where: Stoughton Opera House, 381 E. Main St. Tickets: $15 Call: (877) 840-0457 or the box office, (608) 8774400

Singer-songwriters Amanda and Allen Rigell have been on the local music scene for only a few years but theyve enjoyed a level of success that is rare for even the most seasoned musicians. The duo, who perform and record as Count This Penny, moved to Madison in June 2010. In less than two years after arriving, they made their first appearance at the Stoughton Opera House, opening for the rising acoustic star Sara Jarosz in May 2012. Then last November, Count This Penny headlined its own show in the historic venue. Getting to play at the Opera House is a huge highlight for us, Amanda said during a phone interview as the couple was driving back from a weekend of shows in Iowa. Its one of our favorite venues in the whole Midwest. Count This Penny will perform its second headlining show at the Opera House on Friday, Nov. 8. This time, instead of a husband-and-wife duo, the band has grown into a quartet, with drummer Ben Wolf and lead guitarist Andrew Harrison joining the act. Amanda Rigell recognizes the many unexpected and really welcome opportunities that she and Allen have experienced since moving to Wisconsin from their native Tennessee. Shes pretty sure their March 2012 performance on Garrison Keillors A Prairie Home Companion radio show had something to do with Count This Pennys high profile and warm reception here. We knew it was a huge deal, she said of being invited to perform on the show. Weve both listened to it our whole lives and are huge fans. It felt like we were dreaming it. We had no idea of the impact it would have. Amanda is not sure what brought Count This Penny to the programs attention. The producer just said they had their channels of information and our name came up a few times, she recalled. They listened to our music and liked it, so they decided to get us on the show. That was the extent of the conversation. If thats true, she added, I could just hang it up now and be happy the rest of my life.

long before they decided to move to Madison. Just before the move they recorded a five-song EP, Gone. It was their first taste of success as a duo; the recording reached No. 6 on the iTunes singer-songwriter chart. At the time of Count This Pennys appearance on A Prairie Home Companion, Amanda and Allen hadnt yet recorded a full-length album. That happened in October 2012, when they released a nine-song CD, Pitchman.

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Evolving

The husband-wife duo Count This Penny will return to the Stoughton Opera House next Friday with two additional musicians to round out their show. Count This Penny headlined a show last November at the historic Stoughton Opera House.

Amanda said until recently, she and Allen had always written songs separately and then brought each other a completed piece. Then they worked out the arrangement and the close-harmony singing that is a trademark of their lush, country-folk songs. But, she said, that process is in transition as we gain more confidence as songwriters. She explained that when youre not a very confident songwriter you want a piece to be totally finished before you sing it for anybody. You dont want to take a sort of half finished idea, because then if the other person is not into that idea it doesnt turn into anything, potentially, she said. Youre too self conscious or too worried. But the couple did write a song together recently. They wrote it in separate rooms in their house, but we shared the writing process, Amanda revealed. That was a first for us and really exciting. She said they have enough material to record a new album, and expect it to happen early next year. We have a crop of new songs and we kind of like to strike while the iron is hot, she said. But its

singing and songwriting is strongly influenced by Amanda and Allens upbringing in east Tennessee and the regional Appalachian folk music they heard growing up. They write ballads with beautifully melancholy melodies and plaintive lyrics about loss, heartbreak and, occasionally, murder and suicide. The music Theyre emotional C o u n t T h i s P e n n y s singers with voices that hard to find a balance of lets record these while were really excited about them vs. lets wait and make sure that we actually like them as much as we think we do. Its like getting a tattoo or something. You want to draw it on yourself and look at it for six months before you decide.

sometimes complement one another in the uncanny fashion of siblings. Amanda said she and Allen love performing at the Opera House because its intimate, warm and has wonderful acoustics. Were songwriters, you know, so its nice to play where people can hear the words and the music, she said. Thats a really special venue.

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Amanda and Allen knew each other in high school in their hometown of Oak Ridge, Tenn., near Knoxville. They both attended Emory University in Atlanta, where Amanda won first place in a singer-songwriter competition. They started dating after learning they each shared a love of traditional music, and married in 2006. They didnt begin performing together, however, until 2009 not

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Trick-or-treat hours
Wednesday, Nov. 6, when Paul Otteson, music director from 2-4 p.m. Dr. Binney has written two books on marriage and he from Fox Prairie Elementary School, will help students Trick-or-treating for the City of Stoughton is 6-8 p.m., has traveled and spoken on marriage both at home and lead people in traditional folks songs. Thursday, Oct. 31. Please dress children to be seen at abroad. The church is at 2095 Hwy. W, Stoughton. For night and watch out for trick-or-treaters. more information call 608-423-4610. Join other crafty adults and make something to give this holiday season at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 7 at the All musicians and pickers are welcome from noon to 5 Stoughton Public Library, 304 S. Fourth St. p.m. Sunday Nov. 3 at Fritzs Stoughton Bluegrass Jam, VFW Post 328, Stoughton. Dancing, food, full bar. For Flu vaccine clinic information, call Fritz at 214-4286. People are invited to Stoughton Hospital (900 Ridge St.) from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8 for flu vaccinaLapskaus Norwegian dinner tions via injection or nasal spray. The cost is $28 for an Join the Norwegian dancers as they serve up a dinner injection; $30 for the spray. of Lapskaus (Norwegian stew), salad, bread and Norwegian waffles from 4:30-7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4 at Christ Lutheran Church, (700 County Hwy. B, Stoughton). Tick- Shalom clinic fundraiser ets are $10 for adults; $5 for children five and younger. Shalom Holistic Health Services hosts its third annual Autumn Celebration Friday, Nov. 8, at the Stoughton Hospital Bryant Center. Music starts at 6 p.m. and dinner Football & Chili is at 7 p.m. Tickets are $50 each. Please RSVP no later People are invited to the Stoughton Area Senior Center than Nov. 1 to Amy Hermes, 900 Ridge St. Stoughton. (258 W. Main St.) at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7 to watch the For more information, call Amy at 873-2308. Packers and Bears on the big screen TV and enjoy a chili dinner compliments of Stoughton Fire Department Chief Lego club Marty Lamers. The game starts at 7:40 p.m. Kids ages three and older (parents and younger siblings Indoor campfire and sing-a-long welcome) are invited to the Stoughton Public Library at Come to the Stoughton Area Senior Center at 6:30 p.m. 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, to build a Lego masterpiece.

Halloween candy buy-back

Adult craft club

From 3-6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, Lifetime Family Dentistry (101 W. Main St.) will pay $1 per pound for candy sold by children, to be shipped to troops overseas. Limit of five pounds of candy. Parents must attend. Costumes are welcome but not required. For more information, visit halloweencandybuyback.com.

Bluegrass jam

A Night to Remember

Three Gaits is hosting a 30th Anniversary celebration from 5:30-9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Legend at Bergamont Clubhouse (699 Bergamont Blvd.) in Oregon. The event will celebrate creating partnerships to improve the lives of people through therapeutic horsemanship, including a silent auction. The cost is $55 per person. Call 877-9086 or email 3gaits@3gaits.org for information.

Marriage conference

Biblical Marriage Counselor Dr. Jim Binney will speak from 10 a.m. to noon Sunday, Nov. 3 at the Bible Baptist Church of Utica, to be followed be a potluck meal. He will then speak again during a specific Marriage Conference Bahai Faith

For information: Alfred Skerpan, 877-0911 or Gail and Greg Gagnon, 873-9225 www.us.bahai.org Stoughton study classes. All are welcome. 2095 Hwy. W, Utica 873-7077 423-3033 Sunday: 10 a.m. - Worship; 6 p.m. - Worship 700 Cty Tk B, Stoughton 873-9353 e-mail: office@clcstoughton.org Sunday: 8:00 and 10:30 a.m. Traditional Worship 9:10 a.m. Family Express followed by Sunday School

Bible Baptist Church

1525 N. Van Buren St., Stoughton 873-7494 covluth@chorus.net www.covluth.org Saturday: 5:30 p.m. Come As You Are Worship Sunday: 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Worship Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. www.ezrachurch.com 129 E Main St, Stoughton | 834-9050 Sunday: 9 and 10:30 a.m. 310 E. Washington, Stoughton 873-7761 www.flcstoughton.com Sunday: 8:30 & 10 a.m. worship 9209 Fulton St., Edgerton | 884-8512 Worship services 8, 10:30 a.m. coffee hour 9 a.m. - Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Varsity 12:07 p.m. - AWANA 3 p.m. www.fultonchurch.org

Covenant Lutheran Church

Ezra Church

616 Albion Rd., Edgerton Worship Saturday 11- Sabbath School 10 Fellowship Meal follows service on first Sabbath Phone: 561-7450 or email: albionsdb@gmail.com forministry.com/USWISDBGCASD1

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Community calendar
6-8 p.m., City of Stoughton trick-or-treat hours 3-6 p.m., Halloween candy buy-back, Lifetime Dentistry, 101 W. Main St. 5:30-9 p.m., Three Gaits A Night To Remember, Legend at Bergamont Clubhouse, 699 Bergamont Blvd., Oregon. 12-5 p.m., Fritzs Stoughton Bluegrass Jam, VFW Post 328, 214-4286. 4:30-7 p.m., Lapskaus Norwegian Dinner, Christ Lutheran Church, 700 County Hwy. B, Stoughton 7 p.m., Football and Chili, senior center, 248 W. Main St. 3:15 p.m., Teen Tuesday: Trick Out a Book Truck, Stoughton Public Library, 304 S. Fourth St. 6 p.m., Common Digestive Disorders presentation, Stoughton Hospital, 873-2356 1 p.m., Maintaining Brain Health presentation, senior center 6:30 p.m., Indoor campfire sing-a-long, senior center 6:30 p.m., Adult craft club, Stoughton Public Library, 873-6281 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Flu vaccine clinic, Stoughton Hospital 1 p.m., Maintaining Brain Health presentation, Stoughton Senior Center 7:30 p.m., Company, Stoughton Village Players Theater, $12/$14,stoughtonvillageplayers.com

Thursday, Oct. 31, Halloween Friday, Nov. 1

Stoughton Baptist Church

Christ Lutheran Church

First Lutheran Church

Corner of Williams Dr. & Cty. B, Stoughton 873-6517 Sunday: 10:30 a.m. - Worship; 6 p.m. - Evening Service

Christ the King Community Church

401 W. Main St., Stoughton 877-0303 www.christthekingcc.org Sunday: 10 a.m. - Worship

Fulton Church

323 N. Van Buren St., Stoughton Weekday Mass: At Nazareth House and St. Anns Church - Check the weekly bulletin or call 873-6448 or 873-7633. Weekend Mass: Saturday - 5:15 p.m.; Sunday - 8 and 10:30 a.m.

St. Ann Catholic Church

Saturday, Nov. 2

Sunday, Nov. 3

Christian Assembly Church

United Methodist of Stoughton

525 Lincoln Avenue, Stoughton E-mail: Stoughtonumc@Wisconsinumc.org Sunday: 8 a.m. - Short Service; 10 a.m. - Full Worship 1911 Koshkonong, Stoughton Sunday: 10:30 a.m. - Worship

1844 Williams Drive, Stoughton, 873-9106 Saturday, 6 p.m. worship Sunday, 10 a.m. worship

Good Shepherd By The Lake Lutheran Church

1860 Hwy. 51 at Lake Kegonsa, Stoughton 873-5924 Sunday Worship: 8:00 and 10:30 a.m. Education Hour for all ages: 9:15 a.m.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Monday, Nov. 4

WestKoshkonongLutheranChurch Western Koshkonong Lutheran Church

825 S. Van Buren,Stoughton 877-0439 Missionaries 877-0696 Sunday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sunday school and Primary

Office: 882-4408 Sunday: 9:30 a.m. - Worship and Sunday School

Cooksville Lutheran Church

2200 Lincoln Ave., Stoughton 873-9838 www.lakevc.org. Sunday: 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. - Worship

LakeView Church

2633 Church St., Cottage Grove, Sunday: 9:30 a.m. worship 11 a.m. Bible study

Tuesday, Nov. 5

Thought for the week

Silence Is Golden
The value of silence in our noisy and busy world is easy to overlook, and even though many of us would like a quieter environment, it can be almost impossible to find a truly quiet place in much of the modern world. Cars, trucks and motorcycles with loud mufflers are some of the worst offenders when it comes to disrupting what little serenity we have. Loud music and boisterous parties are perennial disturbers of the peace as well. Since loud and inconsiderate people are not likely to be convinced of the errors of their ways, holy men and women have always known the importance of sequestering themselves, going into caves or sojourning in the wilderness. Some religious orders even take vows of silence. Finding quiet time each and every day pays big dividends to our spiritual and emotional health, and probably our physical health as well. We should consider also whether our lifestyle is contributing to a quieter world or if we are one of those vexatious disturbers of the peace. Christopher Simon via Metro News Service Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life. 1 Thessalonians 4:11

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Enjoy Sondheims Company on the SVP stage

The old saying goes, You only hurt the one you love. That sentiment is on full display in Stoughton Village Players new production, Company. This groundbreaking musical by Stephen Sondheim legendary lyricist and composer for Sweeney Todd, West Side Story, Gypsy and many others captures friends, lovers and spouses at their most candid and revealing. The main event is the 35th birthday for Bobby (Jordan Peterson) where his best friends (five longtime couples) join together dispensing advice and warnings. As a lifelong bachelor, he sees the ups and downs of his friends relationships and the show digs into each one with comic and moving moments. The performances scenes are viewed in a non-linear fashion. Harry and Sarah (Mikhael A. Farah, Paige Fecteau) say all the right things but their competitiveness and lying bring out the worst in each. Peter and Susan (David Durbin, Sarah Goodell) have the perfect marriage in Bobbys eyes but there is another truth at the heart of their relationship. Hip David and his uptight wife Jenny (Craig Kurjanski, Kit Timmerman) loosen up at their apartment and grill Bobby on his reasons for staying single. Paul and Amy (Phillip Werman, Sarah C. OHara)

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What: Stoughton Village Players present Company When: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7-9 and Nov. 14-16 Where: Stoughton Village Players theater, 255 E. Main St. Tickets: $12/$14 Info: StoughtonVillagePlayers. org have been together for a long time and are getting ready to tie the knot. Their differences surface, however, and Bobbys situation only adds to their confusion. The final couple is Larry and multi-married Joanne (James Enzler, Jamie England). Larry plays the peacemaker throughout while Joanne adds her cynical, caustic take on every situation. Liz Itzen is also in the cast in a supporting role. Three of Bobbys girlfriends (Brooke Hauser, Jessica Jane Witham, Bella Newman) appeal to him in different ways but none of them seems to have it all together. One of Bobbys big realizations is that his ideal woman may be a blend of all his female friends. Timothy S. Riley (director) and Justin Wilder (music director) have staged a fast-paced production that is funny, intense and emotional. The music is

Trick-or-treat food donations sought this week

The Trick-or-Treat So Others Can Eat food drive with Stoughton School District is in two parts this year. First, residents should prepare for children to ask for non-perishable food donations during trickor-treat hours on Halloween, this Thursday. Food drive coordinators ask for residents to have lightweight food items ready to donate when kids come to the door. Several schools in the Stoughton School District, including Sandhill elementary school and River Bluff middle school, did fall parties and food drives last week and collected 1,700 pounds of food. This Friday, donations will be collected from Kegonsa and Fox Prairie schools which may break the record from a few years ago of 2,500 pounds. Last year, they raised 1,889 pounds from all the schools. After Halloween, parents or kids can bring the food they collected to school (Kegonsa or Fox Prairie elementary schools), City Hall, the Stoughton Public Library or the Yahara River Coop after Halloween and put the food into the large barrels just inside the door.

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Bachelor Bobby is surrounded by his girlfriends as part of the Stoughton Village Players production of Company. From left: Brooke Hauser, Jessica Jane Witham, Jordan Peterson and Bella Newman.

catchy with a full 24-piece orchestra on the Village Players stage for the first time. Choreographer Nancy Walsh-Boeder has added lively stage movements that help define each character with Marjie Hanssen and Karen Griffin assisting the directors with the

production. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7-9 and Nov. 14-16, at the Stoughton Village Players theater, 255 E. Main St. Tickets are $12 on Thursdays and $15 on Fridays and Saturdays. They are available at

StoughtonVillagePlayers. org or McGlynns Pharmacy in Stoughton. The show includes some adult themes and language (parental discretion advised). A sneak peek at the show is available on the Village Players website.

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Stoughtonites earn RSVP service awards

Kimberly Wethal
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Two Stoughton volunteers received longtime service awards at a luncheon Friday for their community service efforts with RSVP of Dane County. The recipients of the RSVP Length of Service Award and the Presidents Life Time Achievement Award, respectively, Kathy Thode and Robert Naylor, have dedicated their service to bettering the health and well-being of both humans and animals in the Stoughton community. Thode is a retired nurse who provides monthly blood pressure screenings at the Stoughton Senior Center and is the founder and president of Small Animal Advocates, an organization that helps animals in need regain a healthy life. Starting her lifetime of service in high school as a Sunday School teacher for first grade boys, she refers to her nursing career as professional volunteering. That was the first step, Thode said. Those little boys are probably grandparents now. Thode went into nursing right after high school and has become a regular at the senior center, providing blood pressure screenings once a month.

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questions. One of my favorite memories is when someone called about spaying or neutering their cat, and when I asked which one they wanted, they said, Whatevers cheapest, Thode said. While much of Thodes service is local, Naylor is volunteering locally and across the midwest with the Red Cross. Naylor has spent the last 43 years donating blood and has been volunteering for the Red Cross since 1975, serving as the chairman that organizes blood drives at his church in Stoughton. He also served as a volunteer leader for Dane County 4-H program for 10 years and was an agency assistant with the Second Harvest Food

Thodes service has also extended to animals in the Stoughton and Oregon area, as she serves the community through S m a l l Animal Advocates through rescuing, counseling and answering

Bank. Naylors service with the Red Cross began in 1970. Since then, he has donated 27 gallons of blood, which is roughly 13 or more times the amount of blood that an average human has at any given point. Since his retirement from his job as a state employee eight years ago, Naylor has increased the amount of time dedicated to serving the Red Cross by becoming an on-call driver, delivering and transporting blood, equipment and people who wish to donate. In a little less than a decade, Naylor has driven approximately 250,000 miles around the Midwest for the Red Cross. I usually drive around 3,000 to 4,000 miles a month, Naylor said. Both Thode and Naylor felt honored and appreciative that their efforts were recognized by the community. It was a real surprise, Thode said. It gave me a real boost. Culvers co-founder Craig Culver and News 3 anchorwoman Susan Siman were guest speakers at the event. The award means more to Thode and Naylor than just another credential to their resume of service. It means that people recognize that I do good things in the community, Naylor said. (It made me) proud and happy.

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Parking lot party

The Stoughton Band Boosters hosted their last tailgate of the season earlier this month on Senior Night, selling chili and tailgate staples. The Stoughton High School Student Senate and Dance Team were also set up at the tailgate, selling Viking apparel, painting faces and running the bouncy house. Above: Sophomore Lydia Grueben and freshman Nicole Huset order their food at the tailgate. Right: Facepainting was one family-friendly activity at the event. Bottom: Dawn and Michael Church sit with Brittany Hudziak at the tailgate.

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Junior Nikki Staffen (center) and freshman Alyson Weum celebrate following their races at Saturdays WIAA Division 1 sectional meet in Verona. Staffen won the race, while Weum placed ninth to help Stoughton back to the state cross country meet this Saturday in Wisconsin Rapids.

Girls run away with state berth

Vikings place four in the top 10 to win D1 sectional
Jeremy Jones
Sports editor

If you go
What: WIAA Division 1 girls state cross country meet When: 12:40 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2 Where: Ridges Golf Course, Wisconsin Rapids This is what weve been dreaming about all season and even last year. I didnt think it would ever happen. I cant wait. Badger South Conference rival Fort Atkinson surprised a lot of people by finishing ahead of Lake Geneva Badger 99-116. Stoughtons average time of 16:41, however, was 30 seconds faster than that of the runner-up Blackhawks. The WIAA Division 1 girls state cross country meet is slated for 12:40 p.m. Saturday at the Ridges Golf Course in Wisconsin Rapids. Stoughtons entire pack finished 39 seconds apart as freshman Alyson Weum (16:46) came in ninth four seconds ahead of junior Megan Reese, who finished 10th. The teams final scorer, Kelsey Jenny, finished 13th in 16:54. The girls were able to feed off the strength of the rest of the team, Stoughton head coach Pat Schneider said. Since they were so close together they could always see teammates. Freshmen Clea Roe and Augustyna Brestar also competed on varsity, but did not score.

Stoughton girls cross country placed four runners in the top 10 and all five varsity scorers in the top 13 for a team-score of 38 Saturday, which helped the team run away with the WIAA Division 1 Verona sectional title. It was a culmination of a goal that started a year ago on the very same Randy Marks 4K Cross Country Course. With six of seven varsity runners returning, plus the addition of several freshman this season, this was the goal ever since finishing fourth overall following a third-place tiebreaker between Stoughton and Verona a year ago, senior Ashley Harnack said. We were hoping to make it to this point right here, said Harnack, who finished fifth overall Saturday as the Vikings second runner in 16 minutes, 36 seconds. Its the best group of girls anyone could dream of. Were so close as a team everyone is like a sister or best friend its amazing. The only Stoughton runner with state experience, the victory left junior defending sectional champion Nikki Staffen in disbelief. Staffen, who won her first varsity race on the same course a year ago, defended her title with a first-place time of 16:15. Im speechless, Staffen said.

Senior Max Fergus finished 30th overall to lead the Vikings Saturday in 17 minutes, 47 seconds. Stoughton didnt advance anyone on to this weekends state meet.

Its going to be cool standing there on the starting line with Nikki, Harnack said. Every year weve gone there as a team to boost her confidence before the race. This year well all be there to pump each other up and

hopefully, just have fun. Theres no pressure anymore. Were there, its as far as you can go. Stoughton hadnt qualified for state as a team since 2007 when a

It was a little heartbreaking for Stoughton High School volleyball last Thursday in a 3-0 (20-25, 22-25, 19-25) loss at Kenosha Bradford in a WIAA Division 1 regional semifinal, head coach Kelly Sorensen said. The Vikings jumped out to an 18-13 lead in game one, but Bradford was able to dictate the match with a strong serve, ultimately leading to Stoughtons demise. They did have some tough servers and a very good outside hitter, but we made some adjustments as the match went on and played good defense, Sorensen said. We played with heart and fought, but we just couldnt put together a full set. We would have the lead, and they would have one server go on a run, and it was hard to come out of it after that. Stoughton was the underdog as the No. 9 seed, and they had to drive two hours to No. 8 Kenosha Bradford. And like any defeat to close a season, it leaves a sadness for seniors as they come to terms with playing in their final match. Stoughton had four middle blocker Maren Schultz, middle blocker/ right-side hitter Carissa Klubertanz, setter Patrica Dumas and outside hitter/ middle blocker Annalise Panthofer. Sorensen said the team loses quality players next season in those four. Schultz was a member of the team for three years. Dumas was a setter the past two years, and Sorensen called her an unsung hero who would hustle to get a second touch on a possession. Klubertanz was a force in the middle, Sorensen said, and Panthofer was a leader on the bench and gave moral support. They had so much passion and worked so hard the entire time they were in this program, Sorensen said. But the Vikings were young this season, with several juniors and a few sophomores, and it showed at times as the girls tried to jell quickly. The inexperience did lead to a few ups-and-downs, and a record Sorensen said the girls hoped would be better (8-21). However, with nine returners next year junior libero Olivia Dorscheid, junior setter Lindsey Bach, junior outside hitter Annie Fergus, junior setter Jordyn Weum, junior defensive specialist/outside

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Vikings win final dual before conference meet

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Regionals: Vikings return nine players next year

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hitter Hannah Posick, junior defensive specialist Brinna Hanson, sophomore middle blocker Hannah Hobson, sophomore outside hitter/middle blocker Haven Polich and sophomore outside hitter Sammy Tepp Sorensen said she is excited for what is to come next season. As long as they all come back, we should have a pretty solid crew returning, she said. They gained a lot of experience this year. I know that they learned a lot and did improve as the season went on. I am excited to see who steps up in the offseason and who is ready to show Viking volleyball that they want to be on the court and want to play next year. Polich had seven kills in the regional, while Dumas

Freshmen Tristan Jenny, 30th-place finish in a teambest and personal best 17:47, Owen Roe and Garrett Model Stoughtons top runner all finished within 28 seconds of then junior Kiah Ehrke finseason, Sarthou finished as one another as the teams No. ished sixth overall to help the Vikings fifth runner Sat- 2 through four runners Saturthe Vikings to fifth place as a urday in 45th place with an day. team. 18:23. Jenny crossed the finish The top 20 teams in the Santiago wanted to leave line four seconds behind Ferstate will be represented at everything on the course, gus in 33rd place with his Saturdays state meet. Vikings head coach Susan PR of 17:51 nine seconds Two-time defending state Zaemisch said. He raced the and five spots ahead of Roe. champion Arrowhead is first mile and looked strong Model crossed the 5K finexpected to once again be the yet he just didnt have enough ish 19 seconds later in 43rd top team this weekend. to maintain that pace. place. Going into state, I dont He put his heart into this Junior Giles France and race and I was very proud of sophomore Gabe Ross also his effort. competed on varsity but did Zaemisch added that, not score. Max put together a fantastic Our future looks bright, This feature sponsored by race. He is a tough competitor Zaemisch said. With three STOUGHTON SPORTS BOOSTERS, and I only wished he would freshmen, a sophomore and have joined the team as a junior returning along with a non-prot organization dedicated to Meet Dr. Gary Griglione, gastroenterologist, at Stoughton Hospital. many JV runners who have freshman. supporting all Stoughton sports teams. Despite finishing near the really improved this year we Learn about common digestive disorders and what can be done middle of the pack as a team can be a top team next year. For more information or to join, Meet Dr. Gary Griglione, gastroenterologist, at Stoughton Hospital. to improve them. In addition, Dr. Griglione will talk about fecal in seventh place (out of 12) Last years WIAA Diviplease visit our website at with a score of 189, the future sion 1 state runner-up, MadiLearn about common digestive disorders and what can be done Like us on bacteriotherapy. In this procedure healthy bacteria are transferred to looks bright for the Vikings, son La Follette, won the Facebook www.stoughtonsportsboosters.org to improve them. In addition, Dr. Griglione will talk about fecal who return three freshman, sectional with 43 points 27 individuals with digestive distress. Featured athlete selected by the Athletic Department, coaches, and educators. a sophomore and a junior all ahead of second place Griglione, gastroenterologist, at Lake Stough bacteriotherapy. In thisM.D. procedure healthy bacteria are transferredMeet to Dr. Gary Gary Griglione, with varsity experience next Geneva Badger at sectionals. Featured Athlete: Santiago season. individuals with digestive distress. Learn about common digestive disorders and what can Sarthou Gary Griglione, M.D. to improve them. In addition, Dr. Griglione will talk a know if we have much of chance to win it or anything, but its just cool knowing you are going back there after so many years of not making it, Harnack said. Its awesome, thats all I can say. Boys Seniors Max Fergus and Santiago Sarthou finished their prep careers with varying degrees of success Saturday. While Fergus stepped up to lead the team with his

It took a total effort but the Stoughton girls swimming team was able to hold off host Portage in a Badger Conference crossover last Thursday, 90-80. The final dual meet of the season, the score was close the entire meet, but the final two events proved to be the deciding factor for the Vikings. Despite junior Allie Niemeyer leading a 1-23 charge in the 200-meter freestyle where she finished ahead of teammates Shaylee Kooima and Victoria Griffin, it was Annie Hudkins and Stoughtons 400 free relay that clinched the dual. Hudkins won the 100 breaststroke in a meet-best 1 minute, 28.38 seconds and the Vikings team of Eva Anderson, Niemeyer, Griffin and senior Katherine Rude cemented the win with a time of 4:32.7 in the 400 free relay. It was just an all-around great meet nerve racking but exciting when races go back and forth, McLaury said. Even though its a crossover meet we like to swim them since we are the same caliber of teams. We wanted to end the

season on a high note and Im glad it turned out the way we wanted. Niemeyers 2:27.47 paced a sweep of the top three spots in the 200 free, while other first-place finishers for the night were Rude winning the 200 IM (2:38.73), Anderson claiming the 100 free (1:04.63) and Niemeyer posting a 5:04.5 to win the 400 free. The Vikings also finished with eight best times: Colena Sankbeil, 200 free; Victoria Griffin, 200 free; Bella Lenz, 200 IM; Kaleah Holzman, 50 free; Eva Anderson, 50 and 100 free; Raleigh Schigur, 400 free and Ashley Foss, 100 back. The Vikings postseason starts at 6 p.m. Friday with the Badger South Conference meet at Fort Atkinson. Stoughton travels to Middleton at 1 p.m. Nov. 9 where the Vikings will face four of the top-nine ranked teams in Division 1 at sectionals. The host Cardinals, sit at fourth overall on the latest Wisconsin Interscholastic Swim Coaches Association state poll, while Verona/Mount Horeb is ranked just behind in fifth place. Eighth-ranked Madison West and ninth-ranked Sun Prairie make for what is annually one of the states best sectional meets.

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Senior middle blockers Carissa Klubertanz (14) and Maren Schultz finished their high school volleyball careers last Thursday in a WIAA Division 1 regional at Kenosha Bradford. The Vikings fell 3-0 (20-25, 22-25, 19-25).

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Rezone: Some alders question secrecy, others say city needs more development
Continued from page 1 At least a few alders said last Tuesday they would not support rezoning the property until they know what big retailer the Forward Development Group the firm thats been working with the city in developing the project since 2009 has been negotiating with. Others, including council president Eric Hohol (Dist. 4), said who the company is shouldnt even enter the discussion at this stage of the process, and that not approving the rezone would make future development difficult for the city. The question is whether we want commercial development at that site, he said. Alder Tom Selsor (Dist. 1) agreed. He warned against the council picking and choosing what retailer it would allow to open in the development, comparing it to asking a homebuilding company who it would and would not sell a home to. Ald. Tim Swadley (Dist. 1) said he would like the council to meet in closed session to discuss the matter and hopefully learn the name of the commercial entity. Its time we sit down together and decide what we want this development to look like, he said.

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Nov. 2010: general consensus on scope of proposed development. June 2011: amend urban service area Spring 2012: adopt Westside neighborhood plan June 2012: amend citys comprehensive plan July: Annex approximately 142 acres October: Commission approves rezoning November: Council considers rezoning

a good thing for our community moving forward. The GDP is the second step in a three-stage process called a planned-unit development, or PUD, and is intended to give developers assurances that the city will allow certain types of expansion in the area. It is frequently referred to as the entitlement phase, meaning once approval is granted, the city is locked in to allowing development that is substantially similar to whats in the plan. The GDP recommended for approval at the October Planning Commission meeting moved many of the requested exemptions to the citys big box ordinance to the next phase of approval. Among the items moved from the GDP to specific implementation plan (SIP) stage are: Design standards for pedestrian walkways in the parking lot Building screening and landscaping standards Parking lot size standards and cart corral sizes Signage standards Several commission members had hoped the Dumbed-down plan GDP phase would have Swadley said the general answered more of their development plan which questions. is what the rezoning would approve doesnt have Loose ends Swadley noted that enough specifics to make an educated decision on the SIP needs only the whether this is going to be approval of the Planning

Commission. I have a problem with that, he said. He added that he would like to see something happen out there, because hes seen how the lack of growth has affected the citys tax base. But Id like to see that our needs are in the plan, he said. How can we say that this development will meet the needs of our residents without knowing who it is? Ald. Michael Engelberger (Dist. 2) agreed with Swadley and said the city is dealing with too much secrecy. Selsor accused some on the council of wanting to micromanage the development, but he agreed with Swadley that the council should have a real discussion of whether we think this development is good for the community. Id like to hear peoples voices of whats best for Stoughton, he said. Id like to see an open discussion. Weve not had that. Ald. David Kneebone (Dist. 1) also wanted to know whom the developer plans to bring to the commercial space in Kettle West and said there are loose ends all over the place with the project. He called for more transparency. But Ald. Paul Lawrence (Dist. 2) said there are

legitimate business reasons why large businesses dont want to be named ahead of time. He said whoever opens in the site is going to have to operate by our rules. Lawrence was also troubled by Swadleys comment that he wouldnt like to see a large company that could threaten the viability of long-established businesses in the city. He said the council has no business locking out competing businesses. It smacks of a command economy, he said.

Rodney Scheel warned that the council should be very cautious about its decision on the rezoning if we really want development to occur. Following the meeting, Hohol said if the council were to deny the proposal to rezone the property, it doesnt send a very good message thats for sure. He said it would send a signal that we dont want would make it difficult for commercial development the developer to find tenin that part of the city and ants.

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Hohol attempted to bring the conversation back to the fact that the council is being asked to rezone property for commercial purposes. The real question is, do we want commercial development out there or not? he said. Swadley responded that the council has had lots of discussion about property in closed session, and in the years hes been on the council, it has never rezoned a property without knowing who would be using it. Planning director

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Beverly Grace Stronach
David; three sons, David Jr. (Sharon), Douglas (Judy) and Deano (Dawn); grandchildren, Pam, Robert, Molly, Chelsea, Dean Jr., Mackenzie and Madison; great grandchildren, Ava, Levon and Gwendalynn. Funeral services were held on Monday, Oct. 28, 2013, at Covenant Lutheran Church. Burial took place in Riverside Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staffs of St. Marys Hospital, Stoughton Hospital, Agrace HospiceCare Inc. and Skaalen Nursing and Rehabilitation for the exceptional care and compassion given to Bev over the past year. Mom, Those we love dont go away, they walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard but always near. Still loved, still missed and forever dear. Time slips by and life goes on, but from our hearts you are never gone. Cress Funeral Service 206 W. Prospect Street Stoughton, WI 53589 873-9244 cressfuneralservice.com

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Stoughton- Beverly Grace Stronach died peacefully at Skaalen Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013. She was born July 22, 1934, to Lawrence and Myrtle Strandlie. Bev married David Stronach on Oct. 30, 1954, and together they raised three sons, David Jr., Douglas and Deano. Mom was a huge Wisconsin sports fan, with her favorite being the Brewers. Her second favorite season was Christmas, so it was ironic that shortly after her passing it began to snow! Bev will be missed by many and is lovingly survived by her husband,

Nancy E. (Hoveland) Seils, age 75, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2013, surrounded by her family following a brief illness. She was born in Madison on Nov. 10, 1937, to the late Russell and Adeline (Simpson) Hoveland. She was raised in McFarland and graduated from Madison East High School, Class of 54. In 1959, she was united in marriage to Eddy Seils. Together they raised two children, Deena and David. He preceded her in death in 2011 after 52 years of marriage. Nancy was a kind, giving wife, mother and friend. Together with Eddy, they spent many years traveling,

especially enjoying cruises and trips to Las Vegas. She enjoyed reading, watching Wisconsin sports, and was an avid baseball fan. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her friends and family. She was especially devoted to her grandchildren. Nancy is survived by her children, Deena (Randall) Ferguson and David (Diane) Seils; 4 grandchildren, Max and Sam Ferguson and Ashley and Tyler Seils; sisters, Diane (Loren) Moen and Judy (Don) Brown. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Eddy. Funeral services will be held at noon on Friday, Nov. 1, 2013, at First Lutheran Church, 310 E. Washington St., Stoughton, with the Rev. Jerome Pribbenow officiating. Family will greet friends from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Lunch will immediately follow the service with burial in Lutheran Cemetery South. Please share your memories at cressfuneralservice. com. Cress Funeral Service 206 W. Prospect Street Stoughton, WI 53589 873-9244

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The City of Stoughton Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, November 11, 2013 at 6:00 oclock p.m., or as soon after as the matter may be heard, at the Public Safety Building, Second Floor, 321 S. Fourth Street, Stoughton, Wisconsin, 53589, to consider a proposed ordinance amendment to the City of Stoughton Municipal Code of Ordinances. The proposed ordinance amendment is to Table 78-610(4) (a) Bufferyard Opacity Values, of the City of Stoughton Zoning Ordinance, Dane County, Wisconsin. For questions regarding this notice please contact Michael Stacey, Zoning Administrator at 608-646-0421 Michael Stacey Zoning Administrator Published: October 24 and 31, 2013 WNAXLP *** Levandoski 1.00 FTE temporary; Leigh Ann Maerz, 1.0 FTE temporary; Tessa Nelson, 1.0 FTE; Laura Tas, 1.0 FTE; and, Alex Pehler, 1.0 FTE temporary for the 2013-14 school year; and, approve resignations for: Brianne Ritter, River Bluff speech-language pathologist and Jacquie Gouldthorp, River Bluff school psychologist pending receipt of $600.00 in liquidated damages. (The liquidated damages have been received.) COMMITTEE REPORTS: Communications Committee - Tim Onsager reported the Communications Committee met earlier tonight (5:30 p.m.) and reviewed draft 11 of the community survey with Bill Foster. The final community survey will be presented to the board at the September 23 meeting for approval and release to the community later that week. The survey will remain open until October 15. Bill Foster will present preliminary survey results to the board at their October 21 meeting. Finance Committee - Finance Committee chair, Donna Tarpinian, reported the committee reviewed preliminary budget planning and referendum planning. A motion was made by Donna Tarpinian, seconded by Francis Sullivan to balance the 2013-14 budget by using $2,611,000 of the $3,866,000 allowable funds as approved in the 2010 operational referendum. Erica Pickett, Director of Business Services, reviewed the information presented to the Finance Committee at their August 26 meeting. Donna Tarpinian explained Finance Committee members did not feel comfortable spending operational referendum dollars on maintenance type projects. Board members asked questions: security upgrades: how many retirements were projected; costs supporting the SRO position; and, use of temporary contracts. Talking points will be developed for board member use. The motion carried with Wanda Grasse abstaining. DISCUSSION/ACTION: Open Enrollment Exception Application: A motion was made by Brett Schumacher, seconded by Brett Schumacher, and carried unanimously to approve the open enrollment exception application for a student to leave the district. 1004.00 Child Abuse and Neglect: A motion was made by Amy McFarland, seconded by Tina Hunter, and carried on a roll call vote (Hunter, Tarpinian, Freye, Sullivan, Schumacher, Grasse, McFarland, Menzer) to approve the revisions to 1004.00 Child Abuse and Neglect removing sections 1004.10 and 1004.11 as presented. 1202.00 Pupil Services/708.00 Guidance and Counseling: A motion was made by Amy McFarland, seconded by Joe Freye, and carried on a roll call vote (Tarpinian, Schumacher, McFarland, Sullivan, Hunter, Freye, Grasse, Menzer) to approve the replacement of policy 1202.00 Pupil Services with the new policy 708.00 Guidance and Counseling as presented. 1201.00 Food Service: A motion was made by Amy McFarland, seconded by Joe Freye, and carried on a roll call vote (Freye, Grasse, McFarland, Sullivan, Hunter, Tarpinian, Schumacher, Menzer) to approve the revisions to policy 1201.00 Food Service as presented. DISCUSSION: Bullying Committee Report: Bullying Committee representatives, Brad Ashmore (chair) and Linda Foley presented results of the committees work that reviewed current practices to address bullying/harassment and reviewed the manual developed to address and prevent bullying and harassment using board policy and state statute as a guide. State law requires parents be contacted if a student reports bullying/ harassment. Liz Menzer asked for a follow up report - winter or spring. Annual Review of Emergency/ Safety Plan: Director of Buildings and Grounds, Dennis Barkenhagen, reviewed the newly updated 2013-14 district emergency and safety plan. New board members received their manual tonight. Veteran board members received updates for their manuals. Dennis also reviewed recent safety procedure and building upgrades. 2013-14 Budget: This agenda item was moved to discussion/action earlier in the meeting under Committee Reports. Referendum Planning: Tim Onsager informed members Bill Foster presented two versions (long and short) of the community survey to the Communications Committee earlier this evening. The survey results will provide community information to guide the Board as they consider referendum options. Preliminary survey results will be presented at the boards October 21 regular meeting. Bob Butler of WASB is scheduled to present Referendum Dos and Donts before the September 23 board meeting. Tim Onsager recommends a standing Referendum Planning agenda item be placed on the regular meeting agenda going forward. He also distributed and reviewed WASBs School District Guide to Referendum. He asked board members to identify referendum meeting nights to set aside time to discuss potential referendum. President Menzer asked board members to set aside Monday evenings for potential referendum meetings. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: Bob Butler, WASB Referendum presentation, Staffing, Activities Report, 2013-14 enrollment. A motion was made by Francis Sullivan, seconded by Wanda Grasse, and carried unanimously to adjourn at 8:27 p.m. Tina Hunter, Clerk Published: October 31, 2013 WNAXLP dum and encouraged the use of the board member is acting in her/his individual capacity when attending functions and writing letters. He encouraged the District to distribute a newsletter to staff outlining what staff can and cannot say/do during their work day and provide neutral factual referendum information. A motion was made by Brett Schumacher, seconded by Francis Sullivan, and carried unanimously to adjourn at 7:22 p.m. Tina Hunter, Clerk Published: October 31, 2013 WNAXLP

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The City of Stoughton Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, November 11, 2013 at 6:00 oclock p.m., or as soon after as the matter may be heard, at the Public Safety Building, Second Floor, 321 S. Fourth Street, Stoughton, Wisconsin, 53589, to consider proposed ordinance amendments to the City of Stoughton Municipal Code of Ordinances. The proposed ordinance amendments are to sections: 78-105(2)(e)8bA and D; 78-105(4)(c)8bG; 78-206(7)(c)1bD; 78-205(11)(e)2a; 78716(3) and 78-814(4)(c), of the City of Stoughton Zoning Ordinance, Dane County, Wisconsin. For questions regarding this notice please contact Michael Stacey, Zoning Administrator at 608-646-0421 Michael Stacey Zoning Administrator Published: October 24 and 31, 2013 WNAXLP ***

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

The City of Stoughton Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, November 11, 2013 at 6:00 oclock p.m., or as soon after as the matter may be heard, at the Public Safety Building, Second Floor, 321 S. Fourth Street, Stoughton, Wisconsin, 53589, to consider a proposed ordinance amendment to the City of Stoughton Municipal Code of Ordinances. The proposed ordinance amendment is to section 78-210 Nonconforming use regulations, of the City of Stoughton Zoning Ordinance, Dane County, Wisconsin. For questions regarding this notice please contact Michael Stacey, Zoning Administrator at 608-646-0421 Michael Stacey Michael Stacey Zoning Administrator Published: October 24 and 31, 2013 WNAXLP ***

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The City of Stoughton Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, November 11, 2013 at 6:00 oclock p.m., or as soon after as the matter may be heard, at the Public Safety Building, Second Floor, 321 S. Fourth Street, Stoughton, Wisconsin, 53589, to consider a proposed ordinance amendment to the City of Stoughton Municipal Code of Ordinances. The proposed ordinance amendment is to section 3033(a)(1) Standards for development in floodway areas, of the City of Stoughton Floodplain Zoning Ordinance, Dane County, Wisconsin. For questions regarding this notice please contact Michael Stacey, Zoning Administrator at 608-646-0421 Michael Stacey Zoning Administrator Published October 24 and 31, 2013 WNAXLP

A regular meeting of the Board of Education of the Stoughton Area School District was called to order Monday, September 9, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in the Administrative and Educational Services Center Board Room by President, Liz Menzer. BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Joe Freye, Wanda Grasse, Tina Hunter, Amy McFarland, Liz Menzer, Brett Schumacher, Francis Sullivan, and, Donna Tarpinian. Excused: Pat Volk. PUBLIC COMMENT: None. C O M M U N I C AT I O N S / R E C O G N I TIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS: None. SUPERINTENDENT/PRINCIPAL/ STUDENT REPORTS: Dr. Onsager informed board members we had one of the best starts to school - an excellent start in all buildings. He visited an elementary 5K classroom, heard PBIS information being presented at River Bluff, and participated in a dress code discussion with middle and high school students. Enrollment numbers will be presented after 3rd Friday count later this month. CONSENT AGENDA: A motion was made by Tina Hunter, seconded by Amy McFarland, and carried unanimously to approve the August 19, 2013 regular meeting minutes; approve the August 17 September 4, 2013 check register; We would like to say thank you to the following individuals and groups and move approval of the following donations to the District: $505.00 for Syttende Mai parade marching bands; Student school supplies valued at approximately $50.00; $750.00 for Kegonsa student PBIS supplies from UW-Madison; $5,986.33 for students in transition transportation and supplies from Youth Services of Southern Wisconsin, Inc.; $750.00 for Sandhill student PBIS supplies from UW-Madison; $375.00 for Fox Prairie student PBIS supplies from UW-Madison; and, related budget adjustments totaling $8,366.33; approve a contract for Mark

BOARD OF EDUCATION Stoughton Area School District REGULAR MEETING September 9, 2013

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A special meeting of the Board of Education of the Stoughton Area School District was called to order Monday, 23, 2013, at 6:00 p.m. in the Administrative and Educational Services Center Board Room by President, Liz Menzer. INTRODUCTIONS: Board members introduced themselves to the speaker, WASBs Bob Butler. Present: Wanda Grasse, Pat Volk, Liz Menzer, Tina Hunter, Donna Tarpinian, Francis Sullivan, Amy McFarland, Brett Schumacher and district administrator Tim Onsager. WASB LEGAL COUNSEL, BOB BUTLER WILL PRESENT REFERENDUM DOS AND DONTS: WASBs Bob Butler presented a Referendum Dos and Donts power point presentation. He reviewed: types of referenda, borrowing, revenue limits, election process, exceeding CPI-base wages, advocacy, expenditure of public funds, third party groups, and additional resources for board members. Mr. Butler cautioned board members to use factual information only, when talking about referen-

BOARD OF EDUCATION Stoughton Area School District SPECIAL MEETING September 23, 2013

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A regular meeting of the Board of Education of the Stoughton Area School District was called to order Monday, September 23, 2013, at 7:30 p.m. in the Administrative and Educational Services Center Board Room by President, Liz Menzer. BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Wanda Grasse, Tina Hunter, Amy McFarland, Liz Menzer, Brett Schumacher, Francis Sullivan, Donna Tarpinian, and Pat Volk. Excused: Joe Freye. PUBLIC COMMENT: None. C O M M U N I C AT I O N S / R E C O G N I TIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS: None. SUPERINTENDENT/PRINCIPAL/ STUDENT REPORTS: Dr. Onsager reported preliminary third Friday count numbers indicate 3,212 students. That is about 67 less students than last year and more than the projected decline (5K is down about 30 students from projections). Largest class is the current 9th grade; smallest is 5K at 190. Preliminary numbers are: High School is 1,053, River Bluff 671, Sandhill (includes 4K) 635 (188 4K, 5 EC), Fox Prairie 414, and Kegonsa 419. Tomorrow Tim will present a FAB LAB presentation at the WASB Region 12 fall regional meeting at Coachmans, Wednesday morning will be the first Coffee with the Super at Koffee Kup, than Tim will be at the state superintendents conference the rest of the week. He asked board members if they would like to host a table at homecoming distributing information on fall sports, district information and a giveaway. Give Bev a heads up if you are available Oct. 4. The years student representative Leah Olson, will report at an October meeting and present periodic high school updates. CONSENT AGENDA: A motion was made by Tina Hunter, seconded by Pat Volk, and carried with Donna Tarpinian abstaining to: approve the September 9, 2013 regular meeting minutes; approve the September 5-18, 2013 check register and P Card statement as presented; We would like to say thank you to the following individuals and groups and move approval of the following donations to the District: $500.00 for high school student supplies from Kiwanis Club of Stoughton; $409.73 for Sandhill student supplies from TARGET;42 backpacks filled with student supplies for Sandhill from Lakeview Church;$988.88 for high school student supplies from TARGET;$461.05 for River Bluff playground equipment from TARGET;$4,000.00 for high school scholarships from Stoughton Sports Boosters; $75.00 for high school agriculture education supplies from Alliant Energy Foundation; $37,017.30 high school athletics and the high school strength and conditioning coach from the Stoughton Sports Boosters; $75.00 for high school football player shoes from Terry McArdle; $2,330.00 for high school boys soccer expenses from high school boys soccer parents; and, related budget adjustments totaling $45,856.96; approve a contract Jessica Hager, for the 2013-14 school year; and approve field trip request for high school FFA students to travel to the 86th National Convention in Louisville, KY, October 29 through November 2, 2013 and for the Stoughton Norwegian Dancers to travel to Norway, June 2015 for 10-14 days. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Finance Committee - Donna Tarpinian reported the committee reviewed annual meeting and budget reports. All reports are available online. DISCUSSION/ACTION: Open Enrollment Exception Application - A motion was made by Donna Tarpinian, seconded by Francis Sullivan, and carried unanimously to approve the open enrollment application out for a student to attend Cambridge school district due to move. A motion was made by Donna Tarpinian, seconded by Francis Sullivan, and carried unanimously to deny an open enrollment exception application for a student to leave SASD. Community Survey - Board members reviewed the latest version of the 2013 Community Survey. A motion was made by Amy McFarland, seconded by Wanda Grasse, to approve and launch the 2013 Community Survey (version 16) as presented. Dr. Onsager reviewed version 16 of the survey. The goal is to get this out to print this week and in the mail by October 4. Bill Foster will present preliminary results to the Board October 21. Donna asked for a dotted line (green line) on the Revenue Limit per Student to further indicate the level we are at in comparison. Page 7 average tax increase - add annual. The motion carried with the above revisions. DISCUSSION: School Report Cards Judy Singletary, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, presented this years report cards for each school and the district. These results are posted on the district website. Board Member Appointment President Menzer accepted the Amy McFarlands letter of resignation effective today, September 23, 2013 and thanked Amy for all of her work and dedication to the students of the district. President Menzer informed members the ad has been placed for publication in the HUB and Great Dane for 2 consecutive weeks. Candidates will be interviewed before the October 7 meeting. Tina Hunter will chair the Policy Committee in the interim. Referendum Planning - Board members reviewed referendum timeline decision points. Donna Tarpinian reviewed the information discussed at tonights Finance Committee meeting detailing recent area referenda questions and results. If board members have questions for Bob Butler forward these to Tim. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: SEA Ratification Vote (9/24), Staffing, Activities Report, Feasibility of Reducing Class Size K-3, Board Retreat - date will be forthcoming. A motion was made by Francis Sullivan, seconded by Amy McFarland, and carried unanimously to adjourn at 8:30 p.m. Tina Hunter, Clerk Published: October 31, 2013 WNAXLP

BOARD OF EDUCATION Stoughton Area School District REGULAR MEETING September 23, 2013

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A special meeting of the Board of Education of the Stoughton Area School District was called to order Monday, 23, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. in the Administrative and Educational Services Center Board Room by President, Liz Menzer. ROLL CALL: Present: Wanda Grasse, Tina Hunter, Liz Menzer, Francis Sullivan, Donna Tarpinian and Pat Volk. Excused: Joe Freye and Brett Schumacher. CONTEMPLATED EXECUTIVE SESSION: President Menzer stated a need for executive session. A motion was made by Tina Hunter, seconded by Pat Volk, and carried on a roll call vote (Volk, Tarpinian, Sullivan, Hunter, Menzer-yes, Grasse-No) to move into executive session citing exemptions Wis. Stat. 19.82(1) and 19.85(1)(c)(e) to discuss all represented and non-represented group negotiations. The Board may consider and take action as appropriate in these matters. The Board may reconvene in open session. An executive session of the Stoughton Area School District Board of Education was called to order in the Board Room of the Administrative and Educational Service Center on Monday, September 24, 2013 at 6:36 p.m. to discuss all represented and non-rep resented group negotiations citing Wis. Stat. 19.82(1) and 19.85(1)(c)(e). Present: Wanda Grasse, Tina Hunter, Liz Menzer, Francis Sullivan, Donna Tarpinian, Pat Volk, and Tim Onsager. Excused: Joe Freye and Brett Schumacher. Board members discussed SEA negotiations. A motion was made by Francis Sullivan, seconded by Donna Tarpinian and carried to move into open session at 5:42 p.m. RATIFICATION OF SEA CONTRACT, JULY 1, 2013 TO JUNE 30, 2014: A motion was made by Tina Hunter, seconded by Donna Tarpinian, and carried with Wanda Grasse abstaining to approve the 2013-14 tentative agreement reached between the Stoughton Education Association and the SASD Board of Education Employee Relations Committee on 9/19/2013 as per the attachment presented. A motion was then made by Tina Hunter, seconded by Donna Tarpinian, and carried with Wanda Grasse abstaining to approve the 2013-14 non-base building supplemental pay consisting of longevity, national board certification, masters degree obtainment submitted to the district after June 30, 2013 ($1,000 if documentation is submitted by September 10, 2013, prorated to $500 if received after September 10, 2013 and prior to February 10, 2014), and other supplemental pay per the attachment presented. The attached supplemental pay amounts are retroactive to July 1, 2013. A motion was made by Francis Sullivan, seconded by Pat Volk, and carried unanimously to adjourn at 5:54 p.m. Tina Hunter, Clerk Published: October 31, 2013 WNAXLP

BOARD OF EDUCATION Stoughton Area School District SPECIAL MEETING September 24, 2013

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Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, November 12,2013, at 7:00 p.m. the Common Council will meet at the City Council Chambers on the Second floor of the Public Safety Building at 321 South 4th Street for the purpose of holding a PUBLIC HEARING on the PROPOSED BUDGET for 2014. The proposed budget is available for inspection at City Hall, 381 E Main Street, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The following is a summary of the Proposed 2014 Budget. Dated: October 21, 2013 General Fund 2013 2014 Adopted Proposed % Budget Budget Change 7,316,381 2.52% 841,368 18.75% 1,631,693 6.43% 112,000 14.17% 115,500 0.00% 1,244,801 6.28% 82,000 0.00% 308,796 39.19% 80,000 0.00% 11,732,539 6.02% 0 #DIV/0! $11,732,539 6.02%

NOTICE OF PUBLIC BUDGET HEARING FOR CITY OF STOUGHTON

REVENUES Taxes: General Property Taxes 7,136,381 Other Taxes (Utilities) 708,500 Intergovernmental Revenues 1,533,161 Licenses & Permits 98,100 Fines, Forfeits & Penalties 115,500 Public Charges for Services 1,171,255 Intergovernmental charges for services 82,000 Miscellaneous Revenue 221,849 Other Financing Sources TOTAL OPERATING REVENUES 11,066,746 Cash Balance Applied 0 TOTAL REVENUE & CASH BAL. APPLIED $11,066,746 EXPENDITURES: General Government Public Safety Public Works Health & Human Services Culture, Recreation & Education Conservation and Development Transfer to Other Funds Contingency TOTAL OPERATING EXPENDITURES Transfer to Debt Service Transfer to Capital Projects/Equip Repl TOTAL EXPENDITURES & DEBT SERVICE Published: October 31, 2013 WNAXLP project. City Attorney Matt Dregne gave the background on this project. Assessments were levied based on policy at that time. It is permissible to reopen and amend a special assessment. Mayor Olson closed the meeting and opened the public hearing at 7:20 P.M. Marty Lamers spoke on behalf on his property to ask the council to amend the assessment. Mayor Olson closed the public hearing and opened the council meeting for the regular course of business at 7:23 P.M. OLD BUSINESS 5. R-128-2013: Declaring the Common Council to reopen and amend the special assessment levied against the property located at 1220 South Fourth Street. (Finance Committee recommends approval 4-1 with Mayor Olson voting, Kneebone in opposition.) Attorney Dregne presented the resolution. Alder Hohol is in favor. Moved by Lawrence, second by Swangstu, to approve. Motion carried 10-0 by roll call. 6. O-20-2013: An Ordinance amending the zoning classification for property located at 819 North Page Street, Stoughton, Wisconsin, from GI-General Industrial to PB-Planned Business. (Planning Commission recommends approval 5-0 with Mayor Olson voting.) Second reading. Moved by Christianson, second by Hohol, to approve. Motion carried 10-0 by acclamation. 7. O-21-2013: An Ordinance amending the zoning classification of property located at 820, 824, and 832 Berry Street, Stoughton, Wisconsin, from PD-Planned Development to SR6-Single Family Residential. (Planning Commission recommends approval 5-0 with Mayor Olson voting.) Second reading. Moved by Christianson, second by Jenson, to approve. Motion carried 10-0 by acclamation. 8. O-22-2013: Amending the General Development Plan for 2320 Jackson Street, Castle Condominiums Units 112, 113, 114, 115, 116, 117, and 118 from PD-Planned Development to PD-GDP Planned Development-General Development Plan to establish allowable and conditional uses. (Planning Commission recommends approval 5-0 with Mayor Olson voting.) Second reading. Moved by Christianson, second by Lawrence, to approve. Motion carried 10-0 by acclamation. NEW BUSINESS 9. O-25-2013: To repeal and recreate section 6-13 of the Municipal Code relating to dangerous animals. (Public Safety recommends approval 2-1, Hohol in opposition.) First reading. Alder Swadley presented the ordinance. Swadley thanked Officer Gowan for presenting this ordinance at the Public Safety Committee meeting. First reading. No action taken. 10. R-115-2013: Approving a Conditional Use Permit for Ben Di Salvo to operate an indoor commercial entertainment establishment (restaurant) at 819 North Page Street, Stoughton, Wisconsin. (Planning Commission recommends approval 5-0 with Mayor Olson voting.) Swangstu welcomed the new neighbors of the Legion and wished them good luck. Moved by Christianson, second by Lawrence, to approve. Motion carried 10-0 by acclamation. 11. R-121-2013: Approving a Conditional Use Permit for Coleen Kehl to operate an indoor commercial entertainment establishment (dance, music, and drama studio) at 2320 Jackson Street, Castle Condominiums Units 112, 113, 114, 115, 116, 117, and 118, Stoughton, Wisconsin. (Planning Commission recommends approval 5-0 with Mayor Olson voting.) Moved by Christianson, second by Jenson, to approve. Motion carried 10-0 by acclamation. 12. R-122-2013: Approving a Certified Survey Map for Scott Skavlen to split the property at 820, 824, and 832 Berry Street, Stoughton, Wisconsin, into two single-family lots and remove the property from the Meadow View Condominium. (Planning Commission recommends approval 5-0 with Mayor Olson voting.) Moved by Christianson, second by Hohol, to approve. Motion carried 10-0 by acclamation. 13. R-125-2013: Authorizing and directing the proper City official(s) to issue an Operators License to Meshan R. Adams. (Public Safety Committee recommends denial 2-1, Majewski in opposition.) Moved by Swadley, second by Christianson, to approve. Motion denied 0-10 by acclamation. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Lawrence, second by Jenson, to adjourn at 7:35 P.M. All in favor. Respectfully submitted, Maria P. Hougan, Acting City Clerk MPH:sm Published: October 31, 2013 WNAXLP ***

$1,449,282 $1,447,552 -0.12% 2,977,028 3,190,194 7.16% 1,918,539 2,064,628 7.61% 512,935 553,691 7.95% 647,867 890,482 37.45% 154,538 194,772 26.04% 718,769 623,468 -13.26% 80,000 80,000 0.00% 8,458,958 9,044,787 6.93% 2,087,788 2,187,752 4.79% 520,000 500,000 -3.85% $11,066,746 $11,732,539 6.02% Maria Hougan, Acting City Clerk City of Stoughton

Members: David Kneebone, Sonny Swangstu, Tim Swadley, Michael Engelberger, Ron Christianson, Paul Lawrence, Tricia Suess, Greg Jenson, Eric Hohol, Tom Majewski, Tom Selsor, Ross Urven Absent & Excused: Tom Majewski, David Kneebone Mayor Donna Olson presided at a Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Stoughton, Dane County, Wisconsin, held in the Council Chambers, Public Safety Building, on Tuesday, October 8, 2013, convening at 7:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Olson called the meeting to order at 7:03 P.M. 1. Roll Call, Communications, and Presentations Alder Swangstu thanked the City for sending flowers to his wife Linda while she was in the hospital. Mayor Olson expressed her sympathy to the two families who recently lost loved ones. Mayor Olson read the Breast Cancer Awareness Month proclamation. Acting City Clerk Maria P. Hougan called the roll and noted 10 alders present: Christianson, Engelberger, Hohol, Jenson, Lawrence, Selsor, Suess, Swadley, Swangstu, Urven. Presentation: Stoughton Landmarks Commission 2013 Historic Preservation Award: Alan Hedstrom presented the achievement award for the preservation of the Youth Center. Don & Carol Wahlin, former Mayor Helen Johnson, and Mayor Donna Olson received the 2013 Landmarks Historic Preservation Award. Johnson thanked Alder Swangstu, Kendall McBroom and his wife, and many others who made the Youth Center successful. Mayor Olson also thanked the Wahlins and Helen Johnson for the legacy they have left the City of Stoughton. Fire Department Open House, Wednesday, October 9, 2013, 4:00-8:00 P.M. Tracie Kluever presented the information regarding the open house. Kettle Park West update: Planning Director Rodney Scheel stated that they are in the process of reviewing the documents for the planning of Kettle Park West. They are in discussions with the DOT. 2. Minutes and Reports Minutes (placed on file): Redevelopment Authority 06/12/2013, 08/14/2013; Risk Management 07/11/2013; Library Board 08/21/2013; Board of Appeals 09/23/2013 Reports: No reports. 3. Public Comment: Peg Schuett, owner of Cheesers, spoke in favor of setting aside money for business advertising: there is no presence on the interstate to direct people into Stoughton. Businesses are struggling, parking is an issue; they could really use some help in promoting the local businesses. Marty Lamers, 1220 South Fourth Street, registered to speak regarding the special assessments on 1220 South Fourth Street. 4. PUBLIC HEARING regarding reopening and amending a special assessment levied in Resolution R-1102009 on the property located at 1220 South Fourth Street to pay for sidewalk, driveway, curb and gutter, and retaining wall improvements constructed as part of the 2009 Page and Isham Street

CITY OF STOUGHTON OFFICIAL MEETING MINUTES OF THE COMMON COUNCIL Date/Time: October 8, 2013 @ 7:00 P.M. Location: Council Chambers/Public Safety Building

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To repeal and recreate section 6-13 of the Municipal Code relating to dangerous animals Committee Action: Public Safety Committee recommends approval 2-1. Fiscal Impact: None File Number: O-25-2013 Date Introduced: October 8, 2013 (first reading) October 22, 2013 (second reading) The City Council of the City of Stoughton, Dane County, Wisconsin, ordains as follows: 1. Section 6-13 of the Municipal Code of the City of Stoughton is repealed and recreated as follows: 6-13. Dangerous Animals. (a) The Chief of Police may issue an order declaring an animal to be dangerous on any of the following grounds: 1. The animal has attacked, bitten, or injured another animal or a human being. 2. The animal has, off the property of its owner, chased, confronted or approached a person in a menacing fashion that would put a reasonable person in fear of being attacked. 3. The animal has been trained for fighting or attack and is being handled or kept in a manner that poses a threat to public safety. 4. The animal has acted in any manner demonstrating that the animal is a threat to public safety. (b) An order declaring an animal dangerous shall require the animal to be removed from the City, or shall place restrictions on the manner that such animal may be kept in the City, as determined appropriate by the Chief of Police. (c) An order declaring an animal dangerous shall be personally delivered to the owner of the animal, if the owner can with reasonable diligence be determined. (d) Any person aggrieved by an order declaring an animal dangerous may appeal the order to the Public Safety Committee, by giving written notice of such appeal to the city clerk. The Public Safety Committee shall conduct a hearing at which the appellant and the Chief of Police may present witnesses and be heard. The decision of the Public Safety Committee is subject to certiorari review. The requirements of an order shall be stayed during the pendency of a lawful appeal. (e) Any person who knowingly possesses, harbors or keeps an animal in violation of an order declaring the animal dangerous, or who otherwise knowingly violates the terms of an order declaring an animal dangerous, shall be subject to a forfeiture under Section 1-3. Each day a violation continues shall constitute a separate offense. 2. This ordinance shall take effect upon passage and publication. The foregoing ordinance was adopted by the Common Council of the City of Stoughton at a meeting held on October 22, 2013. Approved: Donna Olson, Mayor Attest: Maria P. Hougan, Acting City Clerk Adopted: October 22, 2013 Vote: 10-2 Published: October 31, 2013 WNAXLP

CITY OF STOUGHTON 381 E. Main Street, Stoughton, WI 53589 ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL

Agenda: 1. Call meeting to order. 2. Roll Call. 3. Approval of September meeting minutes. 4. Appearance by representatives of the Barbara Banks (former Clarice Every) property regarding potential splits. 5. Discussion and necessary action on Dane County Ordinance Amendments 17 and 18 regarding changes to the CO-1 Conservancy District and Establishing the A-B Transitional Agriculture-Business District. 6. Discussion/update/necessary action on items from previous meetings: * Town of Rutland Comprehensive Plan. * Hwy 138/14 ParknRide and Impact on Comprehensive plan. * Update on north and south end terminations of new Hwy 14. 8. Adjournment. Dawn George, Clerk Published: October 31, 2013 WNAXLP ***

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AGENDA: 1. Appearance by Dane Co. Sheriff Dept. representative. 2. Constable Report. 3. Racetrack matters: monthly report, schedule changes (if necessary), and discussion and necessary action on racetrack deed restriction document. 4. Operators License application for Ronda Wethal. 5. Rutland Church and Cemetery matters. * Update on landscaping and grave platting with action as necessary. 6. Discussion regarding Alliant work along Old Stone Rd. 7. Planning Commission report. 8. Consent Agenda: * Minutes October 1, 7, 23 and 24 meetings. * Treasurers Report. * Vouchers and Checks. 9. Correspondence. 10. Consideration of adoption of Oregon Fire and Senior Citizen Budgets. 11. Consideration of adoption of Brooklyn Fire and EMS budgets. 12. Receive and take necessary action on final audit report. 13. Flood plain update as necessary. 14. FUDA update. 15. Land Rental issues. 16. Road issues. 17. Further discussion and action as necessary on Design Engineers RFPs. 18. Further work on 2014 budget regarding wages. 19. Adjournment. Dawn George, Clerk Published: October 31, 2013 WNAXLP ***

Rutland Town Board Meeting November 5, 2013

Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, November 20, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. at the Rutland Town Hall, a PUBLIC HEARING will be held to review the proposed 2014 budget. The detailed proposed budget is available for inspection by contacting the Clerk at 455-3925. A Special Town Meeting will be held immediately following the public hearing for the purpose of adopting the 2014 levy, and authorizing highway expenditures in excess of $10,000 pursuant to 80.01(3), Wis. Stats., Question and Answer Period and discussion about proposed town hall. The Town Board will meet immediately following the Budget Hearing and Special Town Meeting to adopt the budget. REVENUES General Property Taxes Other Taxes & General Charges Intergovernmental Revenues Licenses & Permits Public Charges for Services Interest & Misc. Revenues* Total Revenues EXPENDITURES Reserve Accounts General Government Public Safety Public Works Health & Human Services Debt Service/Capital Purchases Total Expenses *includes projected carryover Cash Balance January 1 (Advance Tax Roll Collections Excluded) Reserve Accounts Unreserved Accounts Total Cash Balance January 1 TAX LEVY Total Anticipated Expenditures Less Total Anticipated Revenues Amount Required for Levy Town Mill Rate Published: October 31, 2013 WNAXLP $443,136.00 $169,402.00 $612,538.00 $644,474.00 $902,993.00 $258,519.00 $644,474.00 $2.66 $485,719.16 $254,527.30 $740,246.46 $680,779.00 $1,064,137.00 $383,358.00 $680,779.00 $2.79 20.85% 5.63% 5.63% 4.89% $0.13 Dawn George, Clerk $36,305.00 SUMMARY OF PROPOSED 2014 BUDGET 2013 BUDGET 2014 BUDGET $644,474.00 $201.00 $146,401.00 $26,625.00 $20,569.00 $64,723.00 $902,993.00 $41,500.00 $155,717.00 $160,977.00 $491,739.00 $32,171.00 $20,889.00 $902,993.00 % Change CHANGE $36,305.00 $-11.00 $1,447.00 $2,075.00 $6.00 $121,322.00 $161,144.00 $0.00 -$636.30 $12,217.25 $42,995.10 $7,689.00 $98,878.95 $161,144.00

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WCAN (Wisconsin Community Ad Network) and/or the member publications review ads to the best of their ability. Unfortunately, many unscrupulous people are ready to take your money! PLEASE BE CAREFUL ANSWERING ANY AD THAT SOUNDS TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE! For more information, or to file a complaint regarding an ad, please contact The Department of Trade, Agriculture & Consumer Protection 1-800422-7128 (wcan)

ATVS SCOOTERS & Go-Karts. Youth ATV's & Scooters (80mpg) @ $49/mo. Sport & 4x4 Atv's @ $69/mo. American Marine & Motorsports, Schawano =Save= 866-955-2628 www.americanmarina.com (wcan)

CLEANING SERVICES Weekly, Biweekly or Monthly will also organize with great references. 608-774-3170 HOUSE CLEANING Honest, Reliable, 20 years Experience! Call Leslie 608-845-8646 HOUSE CLEANING Quality Work Free Estimates Satisfaction Guaranteed 608-233-1137

554 Landscaping, Lawn, Tree & Garden Work

SAVE ON AUTO INSURANCE from the major names you know and trust. No forms. No hassle. No obligation. Call Ready for my QUOTE now! Call 888-708-0274 (wcan)

STOUGHTON- 1911 Koshkonong (WestKoshkonong-Church) 11/2 10am-5pm. Household, family, items for everyone

666 Medical & Health Supplies

360 Trailers

SNOWMARE ENTERPRISES Property Maintenance Snow Removal 608-219-1214

ATTENTION SLEEP Apnea sufferers with Medicare. Get FREE CPAP replacement supplies at little or no cost. Plus Free home delivery. Best of all, prevent red skin sores & bacterial infection. 888797-4088 (wcan)

ROSEWOOD APARTMENTS for Seniors 55+, has 1 & 2 bedroom units available starting at $695 per month. Includes heat, water and sewer. Professionally managed. 608-877-9388 Located at 300 Silverado Drive, Stoughton, WI 53589

STOUGHTON 2BR $725. includes heat, water/sewer. No dogs, 1 cat is Ok. E.H.O. 608-222-1981 ext 2 or 3.

740 Houses For Rent

TRAILERS @ LIQUIDATION Pricing. Boat, ATV, Sled or Pontoons. 2 or 4 Place/Open or Enclosed. American Marine, Shawano 866-955-2628 www. americanmarina.com (wcan)

560 Professional Services

548 Home Improvement

150 Places To Go

20TH ANNIVERSARY SALE! Storewide Savings! WoodworkersDepot.com. M-F, 8-6, Sat. 8-4. Oneida St. off 41, right @ Subway, 2965 Ramada Way, Green Bay 800-891-9003 (wcan)

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DEER VALLEY LODGE Hiring Lifeguards Weekends - Good Pay Flexible scheduling 608-924-1600

GUN SHOW NOV 1,2,3 Players Choice Sports & Expo- Hwy JJ, Appleton Fri 3-8, Sat 9-5, Sun 9-3. Adm. $6. 14 & under free. 608-752-6677, www.bobandrocco. co (wcan)

163 Training Schools

340 Autos

DENTAL ASSISTANT Be one in just 10 Saturdays! WeekendDentalAssistant. com Fan us on Facebook! Next class begins 1/4/2014. Call 920-730-1112 Appleton (Reg. WI EAB) (wcan) 2010 DODGE CHALLENGER, Black with custom interior, 14,000 miles. Automatic, Sirius radio. Asking $19,000. Call 608-848-8295

SIENNA MEADOWS- OREGON, has immediate job opportunities to join our compassionate Care Specialist Team. We offer competitive wages designed to attract and retain quality staff. Various shifts available both full and part time. Preferred candidate will have a C.N.A. and all state mandated courses completed. Go to www.siennacrest.com to print an application today! Turn in your completed application to : Sienna Meadows, Chris Kiesz, Manager 989 Park St, Oregon, WI 53575 608-835-0000 E.O.E. TINA'S HOME CLEANING Hiring personnel for residential cleaning position. Days only. Become a part of our growing Team! Call 608-835-0339 tinashomecleaning@gmail.com CLASSIFIEDS, 845-9559, 873-6671 or 835-6677. It pays to read the fine print.

ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! Basement Systems Inc. Call us for all your basement needs! Waterproofing? Finishing? Structural Repairs? Humidity and Mold Control? Free Estimates! Call 888-9298307 (wcan) HALLINAN-PAINTING WALLPAPERING **Great-Fall-Rates** 30 + Years Professional European-Craftsmanship Free-Estimates References/Insured Arthur Hallinan 608-455-3377 NIELSEN'S Home Improvements/ Repairs, LLC Kitchens/Bathrooms Wood & Tile Flooring Decks/Clean Eaves *Free Estimates* Insured* *Senior Discounts* Home 608-873-8716 Cell 608-576-7126 e-mail zipnputts@sbcglobal.net CLASSIFIEDS, 845-9559, 873-6671 or 835-6677. It pays to read the fine print.

A&B ENTERPRISES Light Construction/Remodeling No job too small 608-835-7791

AIR CONDITIONER SALES, Service and Installation. All pros are pre-screened and relentlessly reviewed! Call now for a no obligation estimate. 800-807-8559 (wcan) APPLIANCE REPAIR We fix it no matter where you bought it from! 800-624-0719 (wcan)

MEDICAL GUARDIAN Top-rated medical alarm and 24/7 monitoring. For a limited time, get free equipment, no activation fees, no commitment, a 2nd waterproof alert button for free and more. Only $29.95 per month. 877-863-6622 (WCAN) SAFE STEP WALK-IN TUB Alert for Seniors. Bathrooms falls can be fatal. Approved by Arthritis Foundation. Therapeutic Jets. Less than 4 inch step-in. Wide door. Anti-slip floors. American made. Installation included. Call 888960-4522 for $750. off (wcan)

MY COMPUTER WORKS - Computer Problems? Viruses, Spyware, Email, Printer Issues, Bad Internet Connections - FIX IT NOW! Professional, US based technicians. $25 off service. Call for immediate help. 888-885-7944 (wcan) ONE CALL Does it All! Fast and Reliable Electrical Repair and Installations. Call 800-757-0383 (wcan)

MULTIPLE HOME Window replacement or installation. All pros are pre-screened and relentlessly reviewed. Call now for a no obligation estimate. 800-871-1093 (wcan)

BOOKKEEPING SERVICE Payroll - Receivables - Payables Inventory - Sales Tax 15 years using Quickbooks. Reasonable. 608-692-1899

668 Musical Instruments

AMP: LINE 6 Spider IV 75 watt guitar amp. Tons of built in effects, tuner, and recording options. Like new, rarely used, less than 2 years old. Asking $250 OBO. call 608-575-5984

GUITAR: FENDER American made Standard Stratocaster guitar. Tobacco burst finish, mint condition. Includes tremelo bar, straplocks, and custom fitted Fender hard-shell case. Asking $950 OBO. Call 608-575-5984

STOUGHTON AREA: 2 bdrm, 2 bathrooms, 2 car attached garage, very comfortable one story home, fenced back yard, shared riding lawn mower, very nice quiet neighborhood in rural subdivision between Madison and Stoughton. Pets welcome. $1,100. Call Brady 608286-5282

OREGON 325 Pine Way. 2 Bedroom+den, 2 1/2 Baths, 2 Car Garage, full basement, yard, shed and deck. C/A, dishwasher, Jacuzzi tub and more. $1295/month. www.apexrents.com 608-255-3753

HOLLANDALE COUNTRY Home on working farmette. 3 bedroom, 2 bath Laundry off kitchen. Approx. 1700 sq. ft, 2 car plus detached garage, all appliances. Landowner plows driveway. No animals, no smoking. 35 minutes to Epic. Completely renovated: electrical, plumbing, insulation. $1100. month Call Cathy 608-967-2481.

750 Storage Spaces For Rent

ALL SEASONS SELF STORAGE 10X10 10X15 10X20 10X30 Security Lights-24/7 access BRAND NEW OREGON/BROOKLYN Credit Cards Accepted CALL (608)444-2900 C.N.R. STORAGE Located behind Stoughton Garden Center Convenient Dry Secure Lighted with access 24/7 Bank Cards Accepted Off North Hwy 51 on Oak Opening Dr. behind Stoughton Garden Center Call: 608-509-8904

676 Plants & Flowers

PROFLOWERS ENJOY SEND FLOWERS for any occasion! Take 20% off your order over $29! Go to www.Proflowers.com/ActNow or call 877-592-7090 (wcan)

2012 VW Jetta SE w/convenience package. Platinum Gray. Automatic. FWD. 8700 miles. Perfect condition. Asking $15,000 Mike 608-212-1556

THE Courier Hub CLASSIFIEDS, the bestplacetobuyorsell.Call845-9559,873-6671or835-6677.

Increase Your sales opportunities reach over 1.2 million households! Advertise in our Wisconsin Advertising Network System. For information call 845-9559 or 873-6671.

572 Snow Removal

RECOVER PAINTING Currently offering winter discounts on all painting, drywall and carpentry. Recover urges you to join in the fight against cancer, as a portion of every job is donated to cancer research. Free estimates, fully insured, over 20 years of experience. Call 608-270-0440.

ONE CALL Does it All! Fast and Reliable Plumbing Repairs Call 800-981-0336 (wcan)

688 Sporting Goods & Recreational

3 DAY Gun Show. Jansens Hall, 1245 Whitewater Ave (Hwy12&89) Fort Atkinson. Nov 1 (3-8pm), Nov 2 (9-5), Nov 3 (9-3pm). Info: 920-285-6908 or 262-443-2278 WE BUY Boats/RV/Pontoons/ATV's & Motorcycles! "Cash Paid" NOW. American Marine & Motorsports Super Center, Shawno. 866-955-2628 www.americanmarina.com (wcan).

AUCTIONS COMMERCIAL INCOME PRODUCING REAL ESTATE AUCTION November 9th 10am Building Location: 211 W. High St., Orangeville, IL Building includes 4 residential apartments and 2 commercial tenants! Details: 815-218-0705 www.advancedauction.com (CNOW)

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Holtger Bros., INC. Utility Contractor, has Immediate Opportunities in Telephone Industry. Foremen, CDL Laborers, Cable Plow/Bore Rig Operators, Ariel Techs. Training Offered. Travel required for All positions. Call: 920-664-6300 hbicareers@holtger.com www.holtger. com EOE by AA (CNOW) Drivers: Class A CDL Tractor/Trailer Daycab Drivers Wanted. Competitive Pay, Frequent Home Time. JOIN HELP WANTED- TRUCK DRIVER THE DEBOER trans TEAM NOW! 800-825-8511 www. OTR Drivers Needed Above Avg. Mileage Pay. Avg. drivedeboer.com (CNOW) 2500-3500 Miles/WK 100% No Touch. Full Benefits MISCELLANEOUS W/401K. 12 Months CDL/A Experience 1-888-5459351 Ext 13 www.doublejtransport.com (CNOW) THIS SPOT FOR SALE! Place a 25 word classified ad Knight Refrigerated CDL-A Truck Drivers Needed. Get in 180 newspapers in Wisconsin for $300. Call 800-227Paid Daily or Weekly. Consistent Miles. Pay Incentive & 7636 or this newspaper. Www.cnaads.com (CNOW) Benefits! Become a Knight of the Road. EOE. 855-876REAL ESTATE 6079 (CNOW) Central Wisconsin, Charming, century old country Gordon Trucking- A better Carrier. A better Career. dream home! Log barn. Young orchard. 6 beautifully CDL-A Truck Drivers Needed. Up to $5,000 Sign-on wooded acres. Affordable. Twice reduced, $199,900. Bonus! Starting Pay Up to $.44 cpm. Full Benefits, Terms possible. 608-564-2625. Lets visit. (CNOW) Excellent Hometime, No East Coast. EOE Call 7 days/ SPORTING GOODS wk! GordonTrucking.com 866-565-0569 (CNOW) New Lisbon Sports Club Gun Show November 15-16 Regional Runs Available- CHOOSE the TOTAL Fri 3pm-8pm, Sat 9am-6pm. New Lisbon Community PACKAGE f: Regular, Frequent HOME TIME; TOP PAY Center. HWY 80 Exit-61 190/94. Guns, fishing, knives. BENEFITS, Mthly BONUSES, Automatic DETENTION Browse/Lunch Dennis 608-562-3808. (CNOW) PAY & more! CDL-A, 6 mos. Exp. Reqd. EEOE/AAP 866-322-4039 www.drive4marten.com (CNOW)

PLOWING, BLOWING, Residential and commercial. 608-873-7038

SNOW REMOVAL sidewalks and driveways Stoughton area. Free estimates. 608-438-6512

690 Wanted

586 TV, VCR & Electronics Repair

REDUCE YOUR Cable Bill! Get wholehome Satellite system installed at NO COST and programming starting at $19.99/mo. FREE HD/DVR Upgrade to new callers, so call now. 888-544-0273 wcan

CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE IS Noon Friday for The Great Dane and Noon Monday for the Courier Hub unless changed because of holiday work schedules. Calnow l to place your ad, 845-9559, 873-6671 or 835-6677.

DONATE YOUR CARFAST FREE TOWING 24 hr. Response - TaX Deduction United Breast Cancer FOUNDATION Providing Free Mammograms & Breast Cancer Info. 866-343-6603 (wcan)

DEER POINT STORAGE Convenient location behind Stoughton Lumber Clean-Dry Units 24 HOUR LIGHTED ACCESS 5x10 thru 12x25 608-335-3337 FRENCHTOWN SELF-STORAGE Only 6 miles South of Verona on Hwy PB. Variety of sizes available now. 10x10=$50/month 10x15=$55/month 10x20=$70/month 10x25=$80/month 12x30=$105/month Call 608-424-6530 or 1-888-878-4244 NORTH PARK STORAGE 10x10 through 10x40, plus 14x40 with 14' door for RV & Boats. Come & go as you please. 608-873-5088 RASCHEIN PROPERTY STORAGE 6x10 thru 10x25 Market Street/Burr Oak Street in Oregon Call 608-206-2347 THEYSAYpeopledontreadthoselittleads,butYOUread thisone,didntyou?Callnowtoplaceyourad,845-9559,873-6671 or 835-6677.

OPEN SUNDAY PR Nov. 3rd 12-3 STOUGHTON 1902 Skyline Drive 3 Bed/2.5 Bath Updated Transitional 2-story on beautifully landscaped one acre, overlooking Lake Kegonsa. VRP $349,900 $359,900 - MLS# 1689136 Carla J Collins 345-0743
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STORAGE INSIDE - RV - AUTO - BOAT & PONTOON. @ very low prices. Pickup, Winterizing, Delivery. We Do It All! American Marine, Schawano. 866-9552628. americanmarina.com (wcan) UNION ROAD STORAGE 10x10 - 10x15 10x20 - 12x30 24 / 7 Access Security Lights & Cameras Credit Cards Accepted 608-835-0082 1128 Union Road Oregon, WI Located on the corner of Union Road & Lincoln Road VERONA SELF-STORAGE 502 Commerce Pkwy. 10 X 5 - 10 X 30 24/7 Access/Security lit. Short/long term leases 608-334-1191

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STOUGHTON 209 E Main St. Retail or Office space. 1000 sq ft. Beautifully remodeled. $766. per month utilities included. 608-271-0101 STOUGHTON 211 E Main St. 3400 sq. ft. Retail space plus 1800 sq. ft. display or storage space. Beautifully remodeled $1900/mo plus utilities. 608271-0101 STOUGHTON 307 S Forrest Retail or Office space. 400 sq. ft. $299/ month utilities included. 608-271-0101 VERONA- OFFICE/WAREHOUSE 1000 Sq Ft.$500 +Utilities. 608-575-2211 or 608-845-2052

OREGON OFFICE SPACE 500 sq ft, 2 room suite with signage. 120 Janesville St. Call 608-575-1128

FOR SALE BY OWNER: Near Copper Harbor & Lake Medora, MI. 80 wooded acres. $69,500 OBO. Montreal River runs through land. CFR taxes. Terms available. More land available 715-4782085 (wcan) FOR SALE BY OWNER: Near Copper Harbor & Lake Medora, MI. 80 wooded acres. $69,500 OBO. Montreal River runs through land. CFR taxes. Terms available. More land available 715-4782085 (wcan)

TIM NOLAN ARENA Horse Sale - Nov. 2, 2013. Tack 9am. Horses Noon. Reg. Quarter & Paint Horses first, then all breeds. Consignments start 11/01 from 9am-7pm, and on 11/02 at 9am. . NO call in consignments. N11474 State Hwy 110, Marion, WI www.timnolanarena.com (wcan) WALMERS TACK SHOP 16379 W. Milbrandt Road Evansville, WI 608-882-5725

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OREGON AREA DUPLEX. Will pay cash. Call 608-835-0046.

CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE IS Noon Friday for The Great Dane and Noon Monday for the Courier Hub unless changed because of holiday work schedules. Calnow l to place your ad, 845-9559, 873-6671 or 835-6677.

CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE IS Noon Friday for The Great Dane and Noon Monday for the Courier Hub unless changed because of holiday work schedules. Calnow l to place your ad, 845-9559, 873-6671 or 835-6677.

RENT SKIDLOADERS MINI-EXCAVATORS TELE-HANDLER and these attachments. Concrete breaker, posthole auger, landscape rake, concrete bucket, pallet forks, trencher, rock hound, broom, teleboom, stump grinder. By the day, week, or month. Carter & Gruenewald Co. 4417 Hwy 92 Brooklyn, WI, 608-455-2411

AUCTION - 1692 sq. ft. spec home to be moved. Glenn & Suzanne Goessl, Owners. Located at W5618 Jolly Ave, Medford, WI. Saturday, Nov. 9 - 1:00pm. Completely finished. Seller will help move. Nolan Sales, LLC. Marion, WI Reg WI Auctioneer #165 & #142. www. nolansales.com for details. (wcan)

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FULL-TIME DRIVERS FOR REGIONAL WORK

Tractor-trailer drivers needed for the Walgreens Private Fleet Operation based in Windsor, WI. Drivers make hand deliveries to Walgreens stores within a regional area (WI, IL, IA, MN, ND, SD). Workweek is Tues. ~ Sat. All drivers must be willing & able to unload freight. * Earn $21.25/hour (OT after 8 hours) or $0.4650/mile *401kPensionProgramwithCompanyContribution *PaidHolidays&Vacation *Homeeverydayexceptforoccasionallayover *  Full Benefit Pkg. includes Life, Dental, Disability & Health Insurance with Prescription Card

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Driversmustbeover24yearsold,have18monthstractor trailerexp.or6monthsT/Texp.withacertificatefroman accredited driving school & meet all DOT requirements.
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CUSTODIAN 1st, 2nd and 3rd SHIFTS Limited Term Employment (LTE)
University Housing is looking for experienced and energetic individuals to join our Residence Hall Facilities Custodian team. We are a fast-paced, dynamic operation with emphasis on high quality standards and excellent customer service with daily contact with student residents. The positions available are limited-term employment for approximately 6 months. $11.397 per hour How to Apply: Complete University Housing application: available at www.housing.wisc.edu/jobs/temp, or email hr@housing.wisc.edu or call 608-262-2766 to obtain a copy of application. University Housing Human Resources
625 Babcock Drive Madison, WI 53706-1213 Phone: 608-262-2766 Fax: 608-265-8724 hr@housing.wisc.edu
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Wolf Appliance, Inc., the premier provider of quality appliances is seeking Fabricators to join our 2nd and 3rd shift manufacturing teams at our Fitchburg facility. We offer a clean, climate controlled environment. Compensation is up to $15.69 per hour, plus an additional .40 cents for 2nd shift or an additional .50 cents per hour for 3rd shift. Employees are eligible for incentive pay up to $3.19/hr after 6 months. Benefits offered include: medical, dental, and vision insurance, free life insurance, pension, 401k, holidays, vacation and personal days. Qualification testing may be required. EOE.
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Do you have excellent communication skills? Creative ideas? The ability to develop and maintain client relationships? An interest in print and web based media? We have an established account list with growth potential. If you possess excellent communication and organizational skills, a pleasant personality, and the ability to prospect for new business we would like to speak to you. Previous sales experience desired. Media experience a plus. Competitive compensation, employee stock option ownership, 401(k), paid vacations, holidays, insurance and continuing education assistance.

For consideration, apply online at www.wcinet.com/careers

Oregon Observer, Stoughton Courier Hub, Verona Press, The Great Dane Shopping News Unied Newspaper Group is part of Woodward Community Media, a division of Woodward Communications, Inc. and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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STOUGHTON BRANCH: FULL-TIME 36 HOURS

CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATE FULL-TIME 36 hrs. Start as early as 7:15 & work as late as 6:15. Rotating schedule every other Sat. with time off during the week. AnchorBank offers an excellent benefits package & 401(k) retirement plan to eligible full & part-time employees. Duties: Provide excellent service & sell products/services to customers; prepare documentation, process transactions & handle cash to meet accuracy standards. Requirements: 1year teller or retail sales with cash handling experience; HS diploma or equivalent & previous computer experience in a windows environment. To help you succeed, AnchorBank provides PAID, FULL-TIME TRAINING in Madison, beginning Nov. 11 or Dec. 2, 2013. Apply online at www.anchorbank.com, by Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2013. Visit our website for job descriptions. For other openings call our JOBLINE - (888) 849-JOBS.

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Work local! Community Living Connections is hiring part-time and full-time Direct Support Staff to provide residential support to adults with developmental disabilities who live in Stoughton. Skills Teachers- part-time or full-time, teach assist with activities of daily living, coordinate and accompany people to recreational activities and provide assistance with personal cares as needed. Hours available are early mornings, afternoons/evenings and weekends. Program Coordinator- full-time, act as the lead residential staff and provide direct care, plan and implement activity schedules, maintain a clean well-managed household, teach daily living skills, some financial and administrative responsibilities, train and supervise direct care staff. Work hours include afternoons, evenings and weekends.
When you become part of the CLC team you will enjoy: Competitive Wages Excellent Benefits Paid Training Weekend, Early Morning and Evening Shifts Casual Work Environments An Opportunity to Positively Impact your Community
Applications are available at www.clconnections.org or Email your resum to hr@clconnections.org Community Living Connections 6515 Watts Road, Suite 100, Madison, WI 53719 AA/EOE

Human Service Opportunities in Stoughton!

Applicants should have access to a reliable vehicle, acceptable driving record and proof of auto insurance that meets CLC's requirements.

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To ensure a safe, healthy and drug-free environment, we test all new hires for substance abuse. We offer a smoke-free work environment. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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Destination Stoughton
The Stoughton High School Norwegian Dancers perform as part of a weekend-long celebration Oct. 25-27. Above, junior Patrick Reilly sneezes, causing his partner senior Rena Sletten to duck out of the way.

Shoppers admire the intricate artwork of the Wisconsin State Rosemaling Association members during the groups annual sale. Below, Bev Mansfield and Paula Landers talk while perusing the holiday sale.

Donna Olson demonstrates Hardanger design at the Sons of Norway Mandt Lodge during Destination Stoughton weekend.

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Our Business Purchases 100% renewaBle energy.

OPEN HOUSE! SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD, 1-4PM 553 LAKE DRIVE ROAD

WELCOME TO THE PACK!

Help us welcome Dr. Sweet to the Edgerton Veterinary Clinic and to celebrate the new partnership as Dr. Osgood joins Dr. Heder as Owners of e Edgerton Veterinary Clinic!
Food and Refreshments Games for Kids Obedience Demos Building Tours Owner/Dog Look-alike Contest Demo by the Rock Co. Sheri Service Dog $5 Nail Trims to Bene t Friends of Noah

WHAT DO WE DO?
Saving Thyme a retail business in downtown Stoughton selling a mix of quality quilting and sewing fabric. We offer a nice variety of classes in that area. We also sell Scandinavian Imports and local art.

WHY DO WE PURCHASE RENEWABLE ENERGY?

We feel very strongly that our world is beautiful yet delicate and we want to do everything we can to help keep it that way.

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Ph: (608) 877-0075 www.savingthyme.net

For more information on the Green Power for Business program, contact Stoughton Utilities.

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Door Prizes and Ra e Drawings to Bene t Friends of Noah Animal Rescue Group