Krause, who grew up in Shawano, will be the new superintendent of the Bowler School District effective July 1, according to a news release from the Bowler School Board.
Housing prices continue to rise, which has prompted the city of Shawano to discuss how to bring more affordable housing in the community.
Alderman Jack Young brought the matter to the attention of the city industrial and commercial development committee during its March 19 meeting, noting that there’s a high demand, but there’s limited incentive for developers to provide it.
The Lena School District has been trying to save taxpayers money by underlevying as much as possible over the last three years, helping property owners to save almost $1.1 million in the process.
It’s not the actual green light needed to build a new courthouse in Shawano County, but it’s close as you can get until then.
Supervisors will meet at 3 p.m. March 25 to vote on a maximum amount to borrow to build a new courthouse — a decision that will guide them when any future borrowing votes are taken.
Reactions were mixed after a 60-minute presentation about the proposed plans to construct a new courthouse and jail pod in Shawano County, as several dozen residents gathered March 12 at Shawano Community High School.
• Louis E. Ellwart, 54, Shawano, pleaded no contest March 10 to felony bail jumping and a misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct. Judge William Kussel Jr. sentenced him to 240 days in county jail with credit for 154 days already served.
