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Anello's petting zoo remains for now

The petting zoo at Anello’s Torch Lite won a temporary reprieve from the Shawano Plan Commission on Wednesday, but it will be at least another month before there’s any guarantee it can continue operating as is. Owner Rita Mondus will have to apply for a new special exception to the zoning code to allow for a greater number and variety of animals than were originally approved under the special exception granted 10 years ago. A new public hearing w
Senior citizens, friends of the fair honored
Dedicated senior citizens, friends of the fair and two outstanding family farms were recognized Sunday at the Shawano County Fair Awards Program. Dedicated Senior Citizens honored this year were Richard Kuepper, Lois Anderson and Sandy Wendorff. Kuepper was nominated by the Shawano Rotary, of which he has been a member for 41 years.
Caroline H. Rohde
Caroline H. Rohde, 85, of Shawano, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, Sept. 3, 2013, at the Shawano Medical Center. Funeral service arrangements are pending and will be announced later. Schroeder-Mickelson Funeral Service of Shawano is in charge of the service arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.schroedermickelsonfuneralservice.com.
Sandra D. Schultz
Sandra D. “Sandy” (Berndt) Schultz, 74, Green Bay, passed away Sept. 1, 2013, surrounded by her family. She fought a brief, courageous battle with cancer. Born in Clintonville on April 4, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Sophie (Seehafer) Berndt. Sandy took great pride in her ability to connect with people and make them smile. She loved the Green Bay area and spent many years working at various retail stores and local taverns.
Eugene Salzman
Eugene Henry “Corkie” Salzman, 85, passed into eternal life on Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013. Loving father of Renee King, Gene (Jane), Joel (Stacy), Paul (Bonnie) and Pamela (Charles) Bergen. Cherished papa/grandpa/GGPS of 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Baby brother of Evelyn Herms and Dorothy Hottenstine. Preceded in death by his wives, Leona and Donna, and son, Jeffrey.
Michael R. Abler
Michael R. Abler, 53, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013, at his home. He was born on March 6, 1960, in Sheboygan, the son of the late Arthur Abler and Martina (Halbach) Abler, Wittenberg. On Feb. 17, 1979, Mike was united in marriage to Wanda Brenecke in Chilton. She survives. Mike and Wanda owned and operated Northwoods Sporting and Nursery in Birnamwood. Mike loved to work on cars and race cars, to hunt and to spend time with his friends.
Gresham looking for right strategy
Last season the Gresham Community High School volleyball team’s offense went through Darci Huntington. The graduated senior was a second-team all-Central Wisconsin Conference-10 selection, the only Gresham player to get all-conference recognition last year. This year coach Tim Wild is looking for someone to replace Huntington in his 5-1 offense. “She was on the court, basically, the whole time,” Wild said.
Prep Roundup
Bears win own volleyball invite The Bonduel High School volleyball team went 9-2 in its invitational Tuesday in Bonduel. The Bears went 3-1 against Suring, 3-0 against Lena and 3-1 against Waupaca. Jen Dowden led Bonduel with 42 kills. Taylor Weier added 25. Courtney and Miranda Schmidt both had 32 assists. Shawano dominates Antigo in soccer The Shawano Community High School boys soccer team beat Antigo 12-0 Tuesday in Shawano.
Bonduel girls 2nd at Marshfield meet
Led by Mallory Mews’ first-place time of 16:17.1, the Bonduel High School girls cross-country team placed second Saturday at the Columbus Catholic Invitational in Marshfield. The Bonduel boys team placed fifth, led by Isaac Palmer’s seventh-place finish in 17:15.7. Results Girls Team: 1. Chequamegon (44), 2. Bonduel (91), 3. Nekoosa (95), 4. Manitowoc Roncalli (105), 5. Stevens Point Pacelli (106), 6. Edgar (135), 7. Blair-Taylor (137), 8.
Clintonville wins 13th BABA title
Clintonville won its 13th Badger Amateur Baseball Association grand championship, beating Elderon 13-7 Sunday at Don Jirschele Stadium in Clintonville. It was Elderon’s fifth runner-up finish in as many tries. Elderon led 5-3 in the top of the seventh, but a 10-run rally with two outs by Clintonville sealed the outcome. Hits by Dean Muthig, Jesse Wiley and Mack Schingler tied the game at 5-5.
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