News 2008-06-19 Andanh.com

Dodge County joins states ranks of federal disaster areas Wed, 18 Jun 2008 16:09:00 CST
JUNEAU Dodge County is among the latest counties to declared federal disaster areas in the wake of the recent flooding. Gov. Jim Doyle announced Wednesday afternoon that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has declared a state of disaster for Dodge County along with Green, Washington, Waukesha and Winnebago counties, bringing the number of Wisconsin counties where individual assistance is available to 12, according to a press release. Dodge County Emergency Management Director Joe Meagher said residents would still need to register with FEMA even though they have registered with the county through the countys Report Damage link on the county Web site. As we continue to assess the extensive damage across our state from severe weather and record rains and flooding, it is clear that we need to get assistance to families and businesses in these areas as quickly as possible, Gov. Doyle said in a press release. We are pleased FEMA continues to work diligently to assess the remaining counties that have been devastated by severe weather. FEMAs disaster declarations make federal money available for individual assistance, such as home repair and temporary housing costs. FEMA has already provided nearly $38,000 to flood victims in declared counties. Those living in counties declared a state of disaster can apply for individual assistance by calling 1-800-621-FEMA or online at www.fema.gov. Meagher said the county continues to recover from last weeks drenching, noting that lakes and rivers from north to south in the county have reached their crest and continue to recede. Authorities in the city of Beaver Dam continue to report significant flooding in the downtown area and around Beaver Dam Lake affecting around 25 to 30 homes, Meagher said. Meagher reminds residents that several roads in Dodge County remain closed and that citizens should avoid driving on the marked roads due to high water levels and safety hazards. The Sheriffs Department is continuing its efforts to ticket motorists that drive around, tamper, or move barricades, Meagher said. Dodge County Emergency Management continues to operate the Emergency Operations Center gathering damage assessment and assisting with residents questions. Main hours of operation of the EOC are 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 pm. The 24-hour phone line for assistance is 386-4060. For up to date information on road closures check out www.co.dodge.wi.us

PHOTOS: flood clean up in Fond du Lac Wed, 18 Jun 2008 14:53:00 CST

Alliant continues to restore gas service Wed, 18 Jun 2008 11:56:00 CST
As of mid-morning today, Alliant Energy has restored natural gas service to about 4500 Fond du Lac customers that were shut off for safety reasons on Thursday and Friday.

Volunteers needed for flood cleanup Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:32:00 CST
The Volunteer Center of Fond du Lac needs volunteers ages 15 and over to assist with flood damage cleanup in Fond du Lac and Waupun. Volunteers ages 15 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult. Volunteers ages 18 and above can come alone. Volunteers should bring gloves, sturdy shoes and photo ID. To volunteer, call (920) 906-4717. To receive help, call (920) 906-4716. As of now, those numbers will be working 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. If you have employees or co-workers who could be released for some damage relief, we encourage you to do so. If you are aware of churches or other groups that may be able to help, please pass this information along to them. For more information, contact: Kay Vandervort, executive director Volunteer Center of Fond du Lac County, Inc. 650 N. Main St. Fond du Lac, WI 54935-1928 (920) 926-1414 volunteercenter@fdlvolunteer.com

Dodge County hopes for FEMA help by end of week Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:20:00 CST
JUNEAU Dodge County officials should know by the end of the week whether or not a presidential declaration of disaster will be made. Dodge County Emergency Management Director Joe Meagher said FEMA officials have indicated that Dodge County damage totals are very much in line with totals from already declared counties in the state. FEMA officials toured the hardest hit areas in Dodge County on Monday. Citizens are encouraged to check the Dodge County Web Site for additional updates on the anticipated declaration. As soon as information on a declaration is received, links will be listed to register with FEMA and begin the cost assistance process to the public, Meagher said in a press release. If a declaration is received, residents will still need to also register with FEMA even though they have registered with the county through our Report Damage link. Meagher said lakes and rivers from north to south in the county have reached their crest and continue to recede. Authorities in the city of Beaver Dam continue to report significant flooding in the downtown area and around Beaver Dam Lake affecting around 25 to 30 homes, Meagher said. Meagher reminds residents that several roads in Dodge County remain closed and that citizens should avoid driving on the marked roads due to high water levels and safety hazards. The Sheriffs Department is continuing its efforts to ticket motorists that drive around, tamper, or move barricades, Meagher said. Dodge County Emergency Management continues to operate the Emergency Operations Center gathering damage assessment and assisting with residents questions. Main hours of operation of the EOC are 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The 24-hour phone line for assistance is 386-4060. For up to date information on road closures check out www.co.dodge.wi.us

PHOTOS: Ashford trailer home fire Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:56:00 CST

Sheboygan man arrested after I-43 chase Wed, 18 Jun 2008 07:46:00 CST
A 36-year-old Sheboygan man was arrested Tuesday after leading Brown County Sheriffs deputies on a high-speed chase on Interstate 43 with his 14-year-old son as a passenger.

1 hurt when elevator falls at building in Green Bay Wed, 18 Jun 2008 07:04:00 CST
One person suffered back pain this morning when an elevator at the Regency Office Building, 333 Main St., reportedly fell two floors.

Random Lake day care supervisor faces trial for assault Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:35:00 CST
Mary Benz will go on trial for allegedly assaulting a 10-month-old girl left in her care at a church day care center in Random Lake.

Manitowoc man sentenced to prison for killing cousin Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
MANITOWOC A 23-year-old man convicted of killing his cousin after a fight in the Manitowoc County Jail over a cheese sandwich was sentenced Tuesday to three years in prison.

Mississippi River breaks through Illinois levee Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
GULFPORT, Ill. The rising Mississippi River broke through a levee Tuesday, forcing authorities to rescue about a half-dozen people by helicopter, boat and four-wheeler as floodwaters moved south into Illinois and Missouri.

Brown County man gets 5 years for burning adopted son Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
A 40-year-old man was sentenced Tuesday to five years in prison for scalding his adopted son in bathwater and waiting six weeks before seeking treatment for him.

Police will hold summer safety camp Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
BEAVER DAM Youth ages 5 to 10 are invited to attend the Kids and Cops Summer Safety Day Camp from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 17, at the Dodge County Fairgrounds.

Fairest of the Fair competition celebrates 40th anniversary Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
The 2008 Fond du Lac County Fair marks the 40th year of the Fond du Lac County Fairest of the Fair competition.

Brat Fry will help Relay for Life Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans will hold a brat fry from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, June 20, and Saturday, June 21, at Pick n Save, 760 W. Johnson St.

Aeromodelers air show takes flight Saturday Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
The Fond du Lac Aeromodelers Club will host its Remote Control Air Show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 21.

Memorial to be dedicated Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
The Leadership Fond du Lac Honoring Our Heroes team will be dedicating the Emergency Services Memorial in Hamilton Park at 4 p.m. Thursday, June 26.

Floods expose homeowners to major insurance risk Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
David Spicer gutted his one-story home after a nearby Indiana creek flooded 1 weeks ago.

Guells host 08 Breakfast on the Farm Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
CAMPBELLSPORT Guell Farms, LLC, owned by Bill and JoAnn Guell and Bob and Elaine Guell of rural Campbellsport, are hosting the 2008 Fond du Lac County Breakfast on the Farm.

Flood guide: Helpful information for victims Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
The Reporter is compiling information for people whowere victims of flooding.

Rep. Petris stock buys could raise questions Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
WASHINGTON - Rep. Tom Petri added more Manitowoc Co. and Oshkosh Corp. stock to his portfolio in 2007, according to financial disclosure forms released Monday.

YMCA moving forward with building plans despite flood damage Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
In the aftermath of the recent flooding in downtown Fond du Lac, the Fond du Lac Family YMCA and the Boys Girls Club of Fond du Lac are standing firm with plans to collaboratively build a new facility at the current YMCA site on Second and Military Streets.

Unconfirmed case of E. coli reported following flood Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
A 13-year-old Fond du Lac boy is recovering from E. coli that doctors say may have come from contaminated floodwaters, his mother said Tuesday.

Health risks posed by flood become big concern Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
So far, those affected by flooding in Fond du Lac County have bypassed major injury and disease, officials said Tuesday.

Fdl Schools looking for new leader Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
The Fond du Lac Board of Education is facing one more challenge this year replacing its superintendent of five years.

Local Briefs Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
Authorities are urging residents to watch out for people trying to scam flood victims.

Fond du Lac officials make the communitys case to FEMA Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
FEMA team surveyed areas of the city and county Tuesday that were heavily damaged by rains and flooding. brbrbrbrbrbr

Sex assault victims father charged Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:00:00 CST
A 59-year-old Eden man accused of threatening to kill a Waupun man connected to an alleged sex assault of his daughter has been charged.

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