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CMN exhibit features photos of veterans

A special photo exhibit focused on regional veterans opens with a public reception from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the College of Menominee Nation. The show will remain on view until Dec. 12 in the college’s S.
Arrest warrant filed in high-speed chase
An arrest warrant has been filed for the suspect in a domestic violence incident in Neopit last month who subsequently led authorities on a high-speed chase through Shawano County and into Brown County. David R. Teller, 26, of Neopit, was charged in Shawano-Menominee County Circuit Court on Wednesday with a felony count of attempting to flee from an officer in a vehicle.
Veteran makes long-awaited visit to DC
Roger Schultz received a long-awaited trip to the nation’s capital 62 years after being discharged from the United States Marine Corps and serving in the Korean War. The 82-year-old Shawano resident was among a contingent of 41 World War II and 47 Korean War veterans participating in a Honor Flight Network trip to Washington, D.C., Saturday. “It was awesome. I cannot even describe it in words,” Schultz said. “I have never been to D.C. before.
Tourism secretary praises county’s efforts
Wisconsin Department of Tourism Secretary Stephanie Klett discussed challenges facing the tourism industry and praised local efforts Thursday at the Shawano Country Chamber of Commerce fall luncheon. Klett told local about 100 business and community leaders gathered at the Menominee Casino and Resort that Wisconsin has stiff competition for tourism dollars from neighboring states. Wisconsin has a $12.5 million tourism budget, she said, compared t
Wisconsin House agrees to clean up its act
Owners of the Wisconsin House have reached a deal with the city to avert court proceedings by making renovations and working more closely with police. The city of Shawano took the hotel at 216 E. Green Bay St.
Shawano/Bonduel swimmers prepare for sectionals
Ali Hanson wants to get the perfect sweep. The Shawano/Bonduel senior swimmer was part of a relay team that made it to state her freshman year. Hanson’s sophomore year, she was a part of two state-qualifying relay teams.
School Notes
St. Paul Lutheran School Friday was Race Day — the end of our Race for Education fundraiser. In lieu of selling items, students wrote letters to friends and family asking for a donation to the school. More than $20,000 has been donated, resulting in our principal completing the “ice bucket challenge” during a pep rally to kick off the day. Despite brisk winds and cool temperatures, a good time was had by all!
Public Record
Shawano Police Department Nov. 4 Police logged 27 incidents, including the following: Warrant - A 24-year-old male turned himself into Probation and Parole, 1340 E. Green Bay St., on a warrant. Suspicious - Police responded to a suspicious man outside City Hall, 127 S.
Daniel Joseph Owen
Daniel J. Owen, 71, of Shawano, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 4, in Shawano. Born on Dec. 31, 1942, he was the son of the late Roger Owen and Dorothy (Grosskopf) Owen. Daniel graduated from Shawano High School in 1961 and went on to work at Four Wheel Drive as a machinist. On Aug. 8, 1964, Daniel was united in marriage to Diane Montour. He enjoyed NASCAR, hunting, fishing, the Packers and Badgers.
Ho-Chunk to honor veterans on Nov. 11
Each year on Nov. 11, veterans who have served and who are serving our country are honored throughout the United States. Ho-Chunk Gaming Wittenberg will honor all veterans in a special flag raising ceremony at 11 a.m. Tuesday. Vietnam veteran Anthony Gauthier, of Wittenberg, will be master of ceremonies. American Legion Post 341 will be present for the gun salute and playing of taps.
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