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Wisconsin No Call List to include cell numbers Sun, 10 Aug 2008 12:10:00 CST
MADISON --The deadline for getting on Wisconsins first No Call List that will include cell phone numbers is fast approaching. The state started its No Call List to protect consumers from telemarketing calls in 2003. But it did not start accepting cell phone numbers until June 6. The state puts out its No Call List quarterly, and the first list with cell phone numbers will come out Oct. 1. To get on that list, cell phone owners must sign up by Aug. 31. Consumers can sign up for the list free of charge by calling 1-866-9NO-CALL or going to the Wisconsin No Call List Web site run by the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection.

PHOTOS: Beijing Olympics opening ceremony Sun, 10 Aug 2008 08:59:00 CST

PHOTOS: Dive team searches for missing boy Sun, 10 Aug 2008 08:47:00 CST

Boy, 15, missing, presumed drowned off Sheboygans North Beach Sun, 10 Aug 2008 08:42:00 CST
A 15-year-old Sheboygan boy was swept under high waves while swimming with four friends at North Beach at Deland Park on Saturday afternoon and is presumed drowned by authorities. Divers searched for nearly three hours for the boy, who went under about 15 feet off the rocks on the south side of the beach, before postponing the search at 6:28 p.m. because of poor conditions caused by high winds and huge waves. Authorities do not believe the boy survived. If we thought there was any chance for survivability, we would not suspend the search, said Lt. Steve Cobb of the Sheboygan Police Department, during a news conference at Deland Park. The search for the boys body will resume at 7:30 a.m. today, Cobb said. The victim was in a group of five teens, which included three other boys and one girl, swimming off the rocks when the incident occurred about 3:40 p.m. Four of the swimmers were able to make it back to the rocks, but the boy was seen struggling in the water, Cobb said. One of the other swimmers attempted to get the boy out, but the boy went under the water, Cobb said. A passerby called 911, officers showed up within three minutes and moments later, the Sheboygan Fire Department boat, a Coast Guard boat and several fire trucks and ambulances were at the scene. Sheboygan Police Lt. Brad Riddiough, who headed the City-County Dive Team that searched for the missing boy, called the decision to suspend the search extremely frustrating, but divers were being put at risk in the rough water. It wasnt a decision that was made quickly or easily, but we just felt that it was a risk benefit, that our divers were at such risk that we felt it was in the best interest of their safety at this point, Riddiough said. But it was a difficult decision and not one that we made lightly. Divers deemed the search too dangerous to continue after some members of the dive team were thrust into the rocks while looking for the missing boy. At one point late in the search, Riddiough said the strong waves pulled away the straps that were holding an air tank to a divers back. Police did not identify the boy Saturday. The boys mother, who was waiting in the fire departments mobile operations center, was advised of the decision to suspend the search, Cobb said. She understands the continued searching put the divers at risk, Cobb said. About 40 emergency personnel were involved in the rescue operation, including nine divers, who were being rotated constantly because of the big waves, cold water, fatigue and the need to replenish air tanks. The Coast Guard and fire department boats were tossed about in the waves, at one point colliding briefly. The divers, who were tethered to the Coast Guard boat, searched a large area in the hopes of finding the boy, but Riddiough said it was difficult to see anything in the murky water. Divers were being pulled down and out (in the water), Riddiough said. About 6 p.m., a Coast Guard helicopter arrived from Muskegon, Mich., to help in the search. Cobb said authorities sent for a helicopter from Milwaukee earlier in the afternoon, but bad weather kept it grounded. Cobb said the other four people who were swimming were two 15-year-old boys, a 14-year-old girl and a 13-year-old boy. They waited in the command center while the search was going on. Cobb said he did not know if the victim was a strong swimmer. Thats still subject to investigation, he said. It was the third water rescue effort in the same North Beach area within a week. On Friday, a 14-year-old girl was rescued after she became exhausted, and this past Tuesday, a 9-year old girl whose inner tube was blown out onto the lake was pulled from the water by two people. Both girls were OK after being rescued. Cobb said people have to be careful when swimming in the lake. Its Lake Michigan, we have strong northeast winds today, the waves are much higher than normal, the waters much rougher than normal and people dont realize that and the combination of cold water, you can get quite exhausted, you can get hypothermic quite quickly, Cobb said.

PHOTOS: Sundays Olympic Action Sun, 10 Aug 2008 08:35:00 CST

Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum to offer free tours Wednesday Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
A free tour of the grounds at the Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum will be conducted at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 13.

Gains made in local real estate market Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
Fond du Lacs real estate market has showed renewed signs of vitality in recent months despite increasing foreclosures and a depressed economy.

Fond du Lac High Schools Registration Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
Students and parents are reminded that registration for all students enrolled at Fond du Lac High School for the 2008-09 school year will take place this week.

Fond du Lac selected by 2 firms for expansion Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
Two companies, one from Dodge Center, Minn., and the other from North Fond du Lac, are planning to buy land in the Southwest Industrial Park and construct new facilities.

North Main, Scott intersection to close Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
The intersection of North Main and Scott streets will close to traffic for almost two weeks beginning Monday, Aug. 11, as the North Main Street raw water main project continues.

School Board to hear about flood-damaged facilities Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
Progress on repairs to the Fond du Lac School Districts flood-damaged facilities will be reported to the Fond du Lac Board of Education when it meets Monday, including a timeline for reopening.

North Fond du Lac Night Out draws 150 Sat, 09 Aug 2008 22:42:00 CST
More than 150 people attended the National Night Out family pool party sponsored by the North Fond du Lac Police Department.

First human case of West Nile Virus reported Sat, 09 Aug 2008 21:51:00 CST
State and local health officials are advising residents to protect themselves against mosquito bites as they announce the first confirmed human case of West Nile virus this year in Wisconsin an adult male from Dodge County.

Advisory issued to local water customers Sat, 09 Aug 2008 21:50:00 CST
The Fond du Lac Water Utility advises customers in the north central, southeast and southwest sections of the city to be on the alert for the possibility of discolored water conditions on Monday, Aug. 11.

RB Royal cuts costs rolling shutdowns planned Sat, 09 Aug 2008 21:47:00 CST
RB Royal Industries Inc., 1350 S. Hickory St., has announced it is taking action to cut costs due to challenging economic conditions.

MPTC Graduates Fri, 08 Aug 2008 13:26:00 CST
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Favre makes debut with Jets Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. Brett Favres first act in a New York Jets uniform was nothing more than taking a snap from Nick Mangold.

Paul Keup column: Trade splits more than Pack, Favre Sun, 10 Aug 2008 02:20:00 CST
When the Green Bay Packers and Brett Favre filed for their shocking divorce last week, they forgot about one very important thing:

Grant, Packers deal with early injuries Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
GREEN BAY First running back Ryan Grant held out. Now hes held up, this time by a nagging hamstring injury thats costing him valuable practice time.

Bens back Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
MILWAUKEE Ben Sheets went the distance to ensure his first victory in more than a month.

Brewers Braun leaves game with back pain Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
MILWAUKEE All-Star left fielder Ryan Braun was pulled from the Brewers 6-0 victory over Washington on Saturday night because of tightness in his lower back.

Sabathia shines for Milwaukee Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
MILWAUKEE Its not too often that 270-pound Prince Fielder can call himself someones mini-me.

Audi team wins Le Mans race at Road America Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
As the sun set on Saturdays American Le Mans Series race at Road America, Marco Werner rose to the occasion.

Fair is reporting largest turnout ever Sun, 10 Aug 2008 19:44:00 CST
Official numbers have not arrived yet, but Winnebago County fair directors say this years turnout was the largest ever. Turnout has been excellent, said Norma Durkee, one of the 19 fair directors, on Sunday. Attendance was much more than last year. Saturday brought in approximately 8,700 paid attendees with country singer Keith Anderson in the entertainment tent and the Impact Motorsports Demolition Derby in the grandstand, said Dennis Luebke, fair treasurer and director. The fair also went well for the Winnebago County 4-H, said Rene Mehlberg, youth development educator. The fair was an important opportunity for its youth members to show their work publicly. Mehlberg said she hopes next years fair will highlight the organizations science, engineering and technology initiative, which starts with after-school science programs at area schools. See the full story in Mondays Northwestern.

Oshkosh Triathlon Draws Thousand Sun, 10 Aug 2008 19:21:00 CST
Jason Hearld, 34, of Appleton, has participated in more than 12 triathlons before, but he knew that he would have only one or two chances to do one with his father. Hearld invited his father, Dave Hearld, a 59-year-old prostate cancer survivor from Chicago. Holding their hands up in the air, they finished the Oshkosh triathlon together on Sunday morning in the village of Winneconne. He was very patient, first-time triathlon participant Dave Hearld said of his son. The Hearlds were among more than 1,100 registered athletes, including relay teams, who swam, biked, and ran in the fourth annual Oshkosh Area Triathlon, said Gloria West, Midwest Sports Events triathlon director. There were two different distances for adults. The sprint distance is a quarter-mile swim, 16-mile bike course, and 3.1-mile run. The Olympic distance was a three-quarter-mile swim, a 28-mile bike and 6.2-mile run. See the full story in Mondays Northwestern.

Oshkosh man arrested for three attempted kidnappings Sun, 10 Aug 2008 17:25:00 CST
An Oshkosh man in his early 40s was arrested early Saturday for three kidnapping attempts.

New technology puts beanbag rounds on the shelf Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
Less lethal force options available today allow law enforcement officers to still gain control of a resisting individual while providing more safety than the option available to officers a decade ago.

Oshkosh Police making strides toward mental illness awareness Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
Ten years after a police standoff focused the communitys attention on how law enforcement interacts with the mentally ill, the Oshkosh Police Department has made changes, but still lags behind neighboring police forces in training its officers to deal with the mentally ill.

Insurance rep to explain claims against city at council meeting Tuesday Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
A Wisconsin League of Municipalities Mutual Insurance representative on Tuesday will ensure that the Oshkosh Common Council has all the facts about insurance claims filed against the city.

Eastside Oshkosh parishes make effort to get youths back into the fold Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
Filling empty pews is a never-ending concern for most churches.

Rep. Roger Roth announces office hours in Winneconne Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
WINNECONNE - Rep. Roger Roth, R-Grand Chute, will meet with the public from 8 to 9 a.m. Tuesday, in the Community Room of the Winneconne Municipal Center, 30 S. First St.

Omro community center shares rhubarb pies Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
OMRO Volunteers who spend time at the Omro Area Community Center noticed one of their regulars didnt look well one day.

Stew Rieckman: It was first-and-10 and the media sacked itself on Favre Sat, 09 Aug 2008 21:06:00 CST
Depending on your bias, Brett Favre is either a self-indulgent spoiled brat or he is the victim of a heartless conspiracy to drive him out of Green Bay.

Grand Opera House unveils new season schedule at Grand Scoop Sat, 09 Aug 2008 20:50:00 CST
Don Vajgrt saw Frank Sinatra twice as a lad and owns every record he ever made, but the Oshkosh resident is curious to see just how good Steve Lippia does Ol Blue Eyes.

For this mom-and-daughter team, the 4-H roots run deep Sat, 09 Aug 2008 20:46:00 CST
Jane Cowling had a good mentor while she experienced the sights and sounds growing up on the family farm.

Yarn Addicts to continue meetings Sat, 09 Aug 2008 20:41:00 CST
Yarn Addicts at Play will resume meeting at the Ripon Public Library in September. The group has decided not to meet during the month of August because of busy summer schedules, according to a press release. The group will resume meetings on September 13. Its sessions are on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.

Ripon native rides across U.S. for Livestrong Sat, 09 Aug 2008 20:37:00 CST
In 2005, 23-year-old Alex Hooker completed a 63-day cross-country bike ride from San Francisco to New York City. Now, over two years later, his brother, Jesse Hooker, has finally finished the return trip.

Dog virus sparks kennel concerns Sat, 09 Aug 2008 20:35:00 CST
The latest strain of a deadly dog virus has one Oshkosh kennel concerned about dogs that frequent dog parks.

Team USA routs China, 101-70 Sun, 10 Aug 2008 16:09:00 CST
BEIJING In one heartpounding minute in the first half, LeBron James dunked off a nifty underhanded feed from Dwyane Wade. Then Kobe Bryant flew in and jammed. Then it was Chris Boshs turn to rattle the rim.

One down, seven to go Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:25:00 CST
BEIJING Michael Phelps got one of his toughest races out of the way, and it couldnt have been any easier.

Final face-off ahead at city tournament Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:08:00 CST
Golf enthusiasts might feel empty knowing they wont see any Tiger Woods vs. Phil Mickelson showdowns for the rest of the year.

Favre to start Saturday against Washington Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:09:00 CST
HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. Brett Favre got a standing ovation from an overflow crowd that went to great lengths to get a good look at the New York Jets newest quarterback Saturday. He was cheered again when he completed his first pass of practice.

Doug Ritchay column: Anti-Favre fans should be careful what they wish for Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:00:00 CST
Now that the Brett Favre saga is over in Green Bay, most are moving on, especially those who grew tired of Favres retirement waffling over the years.

Sheets back in the saddle with a win for Brewers Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:02:00 CST
MILWAUKEE Ben Sheets pitched a five-hitter for his first win since July 4, leading the Milwaukee Brewers over the Washington Nationals 6-0 Saturday night.

Iron-kids take off at triathlon Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:13:00 CST
Julia Garofalo, 12, rounded the final corner of the fourth annual Oshkosh Kids Triathlon as family waited and Cheap Tricks I Want You to Want Me played in Lake Winneconne Park.

Photos: Photo Staff Picks August 4 - August 10, 2008 Sun, 10 Aug 2008 19:23:00 CST
A selection of images from HTR photographers picked as their favorites from July 28 through August 3, 2008.

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