“Question of the Week” is a new video feature on PdCToday.com where Dan Moris asks area folks a new question every week. This week he asked Jason Cathman, Lisa Peterson, Marty Larson, and Christine Seeley what they thought about the start of another school year.
The current reality is that there are still many people, especially in rural southwest Wisconsin, that do not have access to a “fast” – some would say “acceptable” – internet connection. The efforts of Go Gig would help pave the way for broadband access in these rural areas.
Prairie du Chien Downtown Revitalization director Rogeta Halvorson is asking for help deterring and reducing downtown crime. While the majority of downtown crimes are not critical, they are still major annoyances those in the downtown district.
The historic Ft. Crawford building in downtown Prairie du Chien has been vacant for decades. Now, even with businesses wanting to use the space, and many in the community that want to see the space used, everyone must wait a little longer – and hope.
The 2009 Prairie du Chien Relay For Life begins with Friday evening’s opening ceremony at 6pm. This year’s Relay is dubbed “Viva Las Relay: Betting on a Cure”. Last year’s Relay for Life in Prairie du Chien raised $61,803.
You probably noticed the recent updates to the main page of PdCToday.com. In addition to a few new graphics, we’ve also added two new features, the Pulse and PdCToday Life, that will make it easier to follow PdCToday.com.
Governor Jim Doyle was in southwest Wisconsin promoting environmental initiatives and tourism. Doyle says there are many great tourism oppotunities in this part of the state. Click the image to view video of Doyle’s appearance at Wyalusing State Park.
The Pickett Fence, along with the Partners of Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital and Hospice, will hold a fundraiser during the store’s Christmas in July event. Click link for the video.
Southern Pacific’s SP 4449 passed through Prairie du Chien early Saturday afternoon pulling vintage passenger cars; part of a 5,000 mile trip across the country from Oregon to Michigan.
Events from the historic event will be interpreted through a living history camp and a narrated battle that will take place each day. PdCToday.com will post video of the event later.