Fine tuning continued during a July 22 work session at which the Shawano School Board examined its proposed November referendum that it plans to decide on Aug. 12. So far, the district has hacked off almost $2.3 million from the previous referendum that failed, with indicators that tax rates will drop regardless of whether voters approve it or not.

Wisconsin egg production during June was 197 million eggs, down 7% from the previous June, according to the latest Chickens and Eggs report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. The average number of all layers on hand during June was 7.7 million, down 7% from last year. Eggs per 100 layers for June was 2,563, up slightly from a year ago. The U.S.

Milk production in Wisconsin during June totaled 2.73 billion pounds, up 1% from the previous June, according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service Milk Production report. The average number of milk cows during June, at 1.27 million head, was unchanged from last month but up 3,000 from June 2023.

UW-La Crosse The following area students completed degree requirements at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse in May. Abrams: Caitlyn Krejcarek, bachelor of science, biology major, honors. Sobieski: Nicole Borley, master of science in education, professional development: learning community emphasis; Taylor Gilson, bachelor of science, exercise and sport science major: exercise science - pre-professional track, honors. Krakow: Garrett Mihalski,

Wisconsin had 5.4 days suitable for fieldwork for the week ending July 21, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. The week was dry relative to previous weeks, allowing for a productive week for farmers. Fieldwork included harvesting hay and small grains. Topsoil moisture condition rated 3% short, 79% adequate and 18% surplus.

It is with heavy hearts but gratitude for a life well lived that we announce the passing of Lorraine Marie Olson, 89, who died peacefully at home on July 22, 2024, after a short battle with cancer. Lorraine was born June 20, 1935, in Oconto, to Rupert and Erma (Kruger) Rasmussen, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded by her husband, Russell, and brother, Allen Rasmussen. Lorraine was a graduate of Oconto High School, class of 1954.

Gordon R. Schlender, 92, of Wittenberg, died peacefully on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at Rennes Health and Rehab in Weston. Gordon was born on July 23, 1932, in the Town of Wyoming, Waupaca County, the son of Fred and Alma (Beyersdorf) Schlender. On Feb. 28, 1953, Gordon was united in marriage to Agnes Thorson at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Morris.