Nighttime football will return to Wauzeka this Thursday for the first time in 35 years. Wauzeka-Steuben will host Ithaca in a game beginning at 7pm. The end result is the culmination of over ten years of hard work by members of the Wauzeka and Steuben communities and nearly $143,000.
For many in the area, Monday marked the beginning of “Asian Beetle” season. These annoying, invasive – yet basically harmless to humans – imported insects have a tendency to ruin the final warm, sunny days of the year.
Weather conditions are signaling fall in the Badger State. But there is still plenty of time to enjoy colorama here. The majority of Wisconsin counties are in the 40-to-60-percent range and are reporting they will reach peak color later this month.
Lisa Kivirist was the featured speaker Wednesday night at the first Prairie du Chien Inventors & Entrepreneurs Meeting. Her presentation was titled “See Jane Grow: How ECO-preneurs are Leading America’s Rural Renaissance”.
Summer’s only-so-different shades of green quickly transform into Autumn’s inspiring kaleidoscope of colors: various shades orange, yellow, and red. One man inspired by this sudden blast of color is Prairie du Chien illustrator John Mundt.
Playing football at the collegiate level is a noteworthy accomplishment for any young man, his community, and school. Prairie du Chien has four graduates currently playing college football for the same team: Tyler Keeney, Mike Lenzendorf, Michael Waller, and Tyler O’Kane.
The Gays Mills 51st Annual Apple Festival was held this past weekend. Some of the highlights included the flea market, carnival, and various food and merchandise for sale throughout the town both days. Area orchards also offered specials and events throughout the weekend.
The 2009 Family Expo showcased services and activities provided by thirty local agencies and organizations to nearly 100 adults and 160 children on Saturday. The event was held at the Prairie du Chien National Guard Armory.
The Friends of Wyalusing State Park held their “Spirits of Wyalusing Past” event Saturday evening. Among other things, participants walked about half a mile with a guide along a path lit by torches and hand-carved, lighted pumpkins.
“Building Strong Families” is the theme of this year’s Family Expo at the Prairie du Chien National Guard Armory. Organizers say this free family event highlights the many organizations, agencies and services available to keep area families strong.