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Flood watch passes without incident

A flood watch was lifted early Wednesday, but many rivers and lakes in Shawano County are still swollen from recent rainfall. Natalie Easterday, county emergency management coordinator, said Wednesday afternoon that she had received no reports about rivers flowing over their banks. The National Weather Service reported 0.45 inches of rain fell during the day.
Packers’ offense looks to get over slow start
One of the worst offenses in the NFL will try to get back on track this weekend when the New York Jets visit the Packers at Lambeau Field. Surprise — it’s not the Jets seeking to get over a slow start. After one week, high-powered Green Bay with Aaron Rodgers, Jordy Nelson and Eddie Lacy is ranked 29th in the NFL in total offense.
CMN professor to discuss solar energy research
NASA-funded solar energy research at the College of Menominee Nation is generating useful information for home owners, businesses and organizations interested in renewable energy. Lisa Bosman, the professor who wrote the successful grant request for the program, will present a public lecture on the research at 9 a.m. Sept.
Tourism secretary to speak at chamber luncheon
Wisconsin Department of Tourism Secretary Stephanie Klett will be the keynote speaker at the Shawano Country Chamber of Commerce fall luncheon Nov. 6. The lunch begins at 11:30 a.m. at Menominee Casino Resort Conference Center in Keshena. Appointed by Gov.
City approves United Cooperative redevelopment
City officials Wednesday approved a special exception to the zoning code to allow a major redevelopment of the United Cooperative feed mill. Common Council members also attached conditions to the exception to ensure that several concerns are addressed before the project goes forward. The cooperative plans to tear down and replace some of the buildings; remodel office, warehouse and fertilizer storage space; and add grain bins and a feed manufactu
Ruth Anna Gudinas
Ruth Anna Gudinas completed her full circle and walked on from this earthly life on Sept. 5, 2014, at the age of 82 years. Ruth lived an extraordinary life of love, laughter and genuine service to others through all her years. These last years, Ruth lived with Alzheimer’s disease — and she did so with grace, good humor and much support from others. Ruth was the loving partner to her special friend of over 50 years, Dorothy (Dot) W. Davids.
Jim A. Reinert
Jim “Whitey” A. Reinert, 66, of the town of Vinland, Winnebago County, passed away Sunday evening, Sept. 7, 2014, at his home. He was born on Oct. 5, 1947, in Clintonville as the son of the late Rudolph and Virginia (Robbins) Reinert. Jim grew up in Clintonville, where he attended school. He was drafted into service for his country in March 1967, serving in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.
June Miller
June Miller, 90, of Neopit, passed away Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014, at home surrounded by her family. She was born on July 25, 1924, to the late Frederick and Sarah Ann (Duquain) Tebeau. June was a nurse and worked at the Neopit Clinic, Shawano Medical Center and Menominee Tribal Clinic. She was the first Native American woman to serve on the state Board of Nursing. June was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Patricia A. Giese
Patricia A. “Patsi” Giese, 78, of Lunds, passed away peacefully Saturday morning, Sept. 6, 2014, at her home. Patsi was born on Feb. 25, 1936, in Green Bay, a daughter of the late Dominic Loonsfoot and Yvonne (Brunette) Timm and Leslie Timm Sr. She attended school in Green Bay, and, following school, she was employed at Dehn’s in Green Bay. On Oct. 27, 1957, she was united in marriage to Ewald Jake Giese at St.
Bonduel food pantry opens today
Bonduel School District families in need of food will have access to a pantry in their neighborhood beginning Wednesday. St. Paul Lutheran Church, 240 E. Green Bay St., is hosting the Bonduel Community Food Pantry, which will be open from 4-7 p.m.
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