Category Archives: Local News
Barn, home fire near Janesville causes $500K in damages
JANESVILLE, Wis. — A home and barn near Janesville are total losses following a fire Monday afternoon. A news release said the Janesville Fire Department was sent to 4829 W County Trunk A west o...
Apr 26, 2021
‘If you think you can’t get it, think again’: COVID-19 threatens father’s life, family business
SUN PRAIRIE, Wis. – Though more and more people have immunity against COVID-19 each day, some people will still get sick and potentially die before this is over — a reality that’s hi...
Apr 26, 2021
The FDA and CDC have lifted the pause on Johnson & Johnson’s vaccine, but many Wisconsin vaccinators are waiting for the green light from DHS
MADISON, Wis. — On Friday, the FDA and CDC halted the pause of Johnson & Johnson’s COVID vaccine, telling vaccinators they can resume using the shot. Nearby states such as Indiana and ...
Apr 26, 2021
Four Area School Districts To Receive Grants
Four Southwest Wisconsin school districts are receiving grants totaling nearly $120,000 to buy equipment to prepare students for careers in advanced manufacturing fields. The recipients are: Southwest...
Apr 26, 2021
Highway 23 Construction In Lafayette County
Motorists are being reminded of the Highway 23 construction project in Lafayette County along Main Street in Darlington. Highway 23 Flagging will be from 8am-7pm all week as necessary - so, expect del...
Apr 26, 2021
Pediatricians urge parents to stay up-to-date on children’s basic vaccinations
MADISON, Wis. — Since the start of the pandemic, pediatricians have noticed fewer kids getting their basic vaccines. That has them calling on parents to make sure their kids stay up-to-date. Doc...
Apr 26, 2021
Local unions push for ‘Pro Act’
Union representatives are making it quite clear to all political leaders they want to see the so-called “Pro Act” pass. COPYRIGHT 2021 BY CHANNEL 3000. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL M...
Apr 26, 2021
Medical examiner confirms body found in town of Burke was missing Maryland woman
BURKE, Wis. — The Dane County Medical Examiner’s Office has confirmed the body found in the town of Burke was that of a Maryland woman who went missing last week. A news release said Eilee...
Apr 26, 2021
Doctors say don’t skip second dose of COVID-19 vaccine
MADISON, Wis.– One dose just isn’t enough. So, the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines are only completed after a two-dose series, but some people aren’t showing up for the second s...
Apr 26, 2021
Oregon acquires building for new village hall
OREGON, Wis. — The Village of Oregon has acquired a building from One Community Bank for its new village hall, according to a news release Monday. The locally owned bank announced the sale of it...
Apr 26, 2021
