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Inside Construction Hwy. PD gets fixed season ... Well, kind of. Page 3 takes over Scott Girard Sports Unified Newspaper Group As the long, freezing winter comes to an end, Fitchburg will see plenty of action around the city in what should be a busy season of construction. With new apartments, homes, businesses and West’s Cates plays roadwork, just going baseball in for a short drive around town brings the sights Puerto Rico of orange cones, big machinery and, yes, a few Page 13 traffic delays. “There’s more than a lot of people realize,” city Business economic development director Mike Zimmer- man said. East side Much of the major con- struction in the upcoming season will be for new apartments, especially on the city’s east side near the new interchange at New Indian cuisine U.S. Hwy. 14 and Lacy Road. in town Avante Properties is in the process of adding to Page 22 its existing 84-unit Riva apartment complex on East Cheryl Parkway with City construction of a new Golf course or 78-unit building, which Photo by Victoria Vlisides should take through the park? Pat Caine is a local dairy farmer who’s been volunteering his time – and his cattle – to help interested youth show his animals and learn spring and part of sum- about their care. He’s become a mentor who helps kids succeed at showing animals in area fairs from his Byrne Road farm in Fitchburg. mer. Take the survey Just around the cor- ner, Tim O’Brien homes Page 18 is also constructing its third single-family home among 27 the company Schools plans to build in the new Uptown neighborhood off Leading the Herd Hwy. 14. It broke ground on the first home last Farmer, mentor volunteers with youth to instill rural values October. Zimmerman said this Victoria Vlisides “We’ve all always been into the cat- construction is the first Unified Newspaper Group tle,” Jeanne said. of much expected in Pat, a Fitchburg native living on the neighborhood in the FFA student Jordan Beyler doesn’t Byrne Road, and his family are what foreseeable future as have any farm animals of her own, people might picture when they think businesses expand as a but she’ll still have a chance to show of a typical Wisconsin dairy farm fam- response to the growing cattle because of the help she gets from ily. With his parents nearby, Pat lives Chopped! population in the area. a local farmer who’s been mentoring at the fifth-generation dairy operation “People want to see Cooking class at kids like her for about a decade. with a two-story farm house. rooftops,” Zimmer- Beyler is among countless other Many in the Fitchburg-Oregon agri- Aldo Leopold man said, referencing youth who have been able to get cultural community are already famil- the attraction residential hands-on experience with showing iar with the “Caine” name (as in Caine buildings can bring for Page 11 cattle because of help from the Caine Road off Hwy. M), which comes with businesses. OHS teacher family of Fitchburg. history and respect, and Pat’s dedica- In the nearby Swan Local farmers since the 1940s and tion to local youth carries on that tradi- brings training Photo by Becki Clark Creek neighborhood, two business owners since 1955, Jeanne tion. His work represents rural values new buildings with 95 back from Brazil and Tom Caine laid a foundation in that can sometimes be forgotten in a Caine has mentored Bailey Clark for a cou- units total will be built community service and farming for big city filled with sprawling urban ple of years in cattle showing. She recently this summer, as well. Page 10 their son Pat, 47, to continue having saw a calf being born on his farm. kids come out to the farm. Caine/Page 20 Construction/Page 21

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The Common Council ing in 2016 was set to approve an agreement • The city taking over maintenance with the county April 8, but that of the road by Jan. 1, 2020 Maintenance in the short term action was delayed while the coun- Photo by Mark Ignatowski ty works out details of the formal would still be partly covered by the agreement. McKee Road isn’t as bumpy as it was two months ago, but the city and county reached a deal this month to prevent the county. The county would fill cracks City administrator Tony Roach heaving drivers experienced on it all winter from returning. and maintain traffic signals for five told the council at its April 8 meeting years after the transfer. In the fifth that Dane County had not yet given Wescott, confirmed the work would Elected leaders for the city are $3 million deal features the city and year, the county would chip seal the the city a copy of the agreement. still be done before next winter. expected to agree to terms later this county cost-sharing 50/50. road if the city wants, with the city It was still to be reviewed by the “There continues to be a lot of month, but officials came to a con- Roach previously told the Star that paying half. county highway department and cor- good progress,” Wescott told the clusion about the bumpy stretch of an agreement would have to be made The city is also in the midst of poration counsel, he said. The Dane Star, adding that the legislative road between Fish Hatchery Road by April 1 for any repair work to be applying for a grant that would take County Board won’t take action on action needed to approve the project and U.S. Hwy. 18/151 in early April. included in the county’s bidding pro- the Badger Ridge State Trail cross- the agreement until May, but that is slightly delayed, but work at the The Fitchburg council last month cess for 2014. ing underneath McKee Road. If wouldn’t delay the work. The coun- staff level is still on track. “The proj- directed city staff to work on an The agreement reached Monday approved, the county would share in ty executive’s chief of staff, Josh ect will happen this year.” agreement with county staff. The includes: half the local costs, as well. Man who ran over son reaches plea agreement The Fitchburg man who while the stalking charge was charged with inten- was dismissed as part of tionally running down and the plea deal, according to killing his 2-year-old son online court records. and attempting to stab two His sentencing hearing others to death in July 2012 is scheduled for June 12. will be sentenced in June. According to the crimi- Jesus Castillo-Dimas nal complaint, Castillo- reached a plea deal with Dimas had followed a prosecutors after abandon- vehicle with his son, ex- ing an insanity defense, girlfriend and her new boy- according to Channel3000 friend inside, then confront- and online court records. ed them near an apartment Castillo-Dimas had complex on Red Arrow faced felony charges for Trail. It said he then got first-degree reckless homi- back in his car, running cide, first-degree inten- over their son twice with tional homicide, second- his SUV’s tires and throw- degree recklessly endan- ing the ex-girlfriend into gering safety and stalking a nearby rock wall before resulting in bodily harm. charging at her with a yel- Photo by Scott Girard He pleaded no contest to low pocket knife. the first three on April 7, – Scott Girard An employee from Adaptive Restoration helps conduct a prescribed burn at the McGaw Park entrance prairie Wednesday, April 2. 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Contact us For general inquiries, call our office at 845-9559. 3 challengers win OSD seats Editorial Scott De Laruelle the front during the recent campaign. • General news, city government, business news: Unified Newspaper Group Oregon School District In February, the school district had a rare primary in Area IV, where Mix- Ferolie at [email protected]; Ignatowski at Area II: Odorico (I) 1,588 [email protected]; Girard at It wasn’t a party vote, but three dorf and Maitzen outpolled a third [email protected] incumbents were defeated convinc- Area II: Uphoff 1,984 candidate, Justin Zander, who later • Community news and happenings: Vlisides at ingly during an Oregon School Board endorsed Maitzen. [email protected] election Tuesday that could funda- Area III: Christensen (I) 1,582 School board terms are three years. • Calendar events: [email protected] mentally change the board’s outlook Area III: Feeney 1,962 Other Oregon School Board mem- • Graduation notes: [email protected] on some key recent issues. bers are Steve Zach, Jeff Ramin, Rae Advertising According to the Dane County Area IV: Mixdorf (I) 1,617 Vogeler and Dan Krause. • Ad inquiries to Larson at veronasales@wci- Clerk, in Area II, covering the City Area IV: Maitzen 1,943 net.com (west Fitchburg and Verona) OR Kitson at of Fitchburg, incumbent board presi- County Board [email protected] (east Fitchburg and Oregon) dent Courtney Odorico lost to for- On the Dane County Board, incum- mer school board member Charles County Board bent supervisor Dorothy Krause com- Online Uphoff, 1,983-1,587. In Area III, Krause (I) 528 fortably retained her seat in a battle of covering the towns of Dunn, Bloom- Stern 377 Fitchburg city alders April 1. • Website: ConnectFitchburg.com ing Grove and Rutland, Barb Feeney Ald. Patrick Stern, Dist. 2, had chal- • Submit a story idea, announcement, calendar item defeated incumbent Lee Christensen, lenged Krause, who represents Dist. 1 or letter to the editor: connectfitchburg.com/webforms 1,961-1,581. on Fitchburg’s council, following her • View photo galleries or buy a photo: In Area IV (towns of Oregon, Mon- endorsed by the Oregon Educa- first two-year term in office. ungphotos.smugmug.com/FitchburgStar/Community trose, Brooklyn and Union and the tion Association, and given the lim- Krause won the election with 58.1 Village of Brooklyn) Gwen Maitzen ited difference in public comment percent of the vote to Stern’s 41.6 defeated incumbent Wayne Mixdorf, from candidates, the results could percent, according to the Dane Coun- 1,942 to 1,616. be seen as a referendum on relations ty clerk’s website. According to the Rock County between the school district and teach- Fitchburg Star website, all three OSB races regis- ers. The recent controversy over the Unified Newspaper Group reporter tered one vote for each candidate. “Just Cause” language in the district Scott Girard contributed to this story. Friday, April 11, 2014 • Vol. 1, No. 2 Uphoff, Maitzen and Feeney were employee handbook was brought to Periodical Postage Paid, Verona, WI and additional offices. Published weekly on Friday by the Unified Newspaper Group, A Division of Woodward Communications, Inc. POSTMASTER: Send Address Corrections to The Fitchburg Star, 133 Enterprise Drive, Verona, WI 53593. Phone: 608-845-9559 Outdoors, Camera, Action FAX: 608-845-9550 e-mail: [email protected] 12-year-old wins regional Emmy for educational TV series ConnectFitchburg.com Victoria Vlisides On the web Unified Newspaper Group This newspaper is printed on recycled paper. To see one of Jacob’s segments Jacob Connor isn’t wait- General manager on “Into the Outdoors,” go to ing until he “grows up” to intotheoutdoors.org/topics/savvy- David Enstad start the career he dreams sustainability [email protected] about: being an actor. In fact, he isn’t waiting to Shooting on-camera seg- Advertising win an award for his acting ments are usually a half- Donna Larson (west side) work either. day to a full-day, Laura [email protected] The 12-year-old Savanna said. Depending on what Rob KItson (east side) Oaks Middle School stu- is involved, it can be mul- [email protected] dent won a regional Emmy Photo submitted tiple shoots for one episode. award for his contribu- Voiceovers, which are done Classifieds Fitchburg’s Jacob Connor, left, takes part in a scene from “Into the tion on an educational kids in the Discover Media office Kathy Woods Outdoors” with fellow co-host Caroline Smith. The cast and crew show called “Into the Out- of the kids’ educational TV show accepted a regional Emmy in on the east side of Madison, [email protected] doors,” produced by Dis- November. It is the third-consecutive award the show has won as the last about one-to-two hours. Circulation cover Mediaworks, which “Top Educational and Informational Youth Series” in the Midwest. Jacob, who also enjoys Carolyn Schultz also produces the show hanging out with friends [email protected] “Discover Wisconsin.” please’ when our category Madison, as well as out of and playing football, said Connor, who has been came up.” state in parts of Michigan his favorite endeavor with pursuing acting for about His mother, Laura, has and Iowa. the show was an episode News two years, said trying out been one of his main sup- Jacob is one of four youth where he got to learn kaya- Jim Ferolie and getting chosen as one porters and said, as a par- hosts of the show. He must king, archery and mountain [email protected] of the hosts of the show ent, seeing her son win an memorize lines and be able biking. Sports that airs on channels all award that many people to deliver them naturally He said upcoming shoots strive to win as an adult “is working with another host. will likely include ventur- Jeremy Jones over Wisconsin, including amazing.” Together, they interact and ing into the wetlands in [email protected] WKOW Channel 27, was his biggest accomplishment His previous commercial ask questions to many types Northern Wisconsin, track- Website yet. And winning an award acting includes a commer- of field experts and dis- ing moose and getting to Scott Girard for his work was an honor. cial for the Kalahari Resort cover geographical areas of check out a helicopter. [email protected] Connor, along with sev- in Wisconsin Dells and Wisconsin as well as agri- In addition to getting to eral other members of the print ad work for local com- cultural practices like mak- be an actor on a TV show, Community news cast and director Dan Ber- panies Demco and Flor- ing cheese or cow manure. Jacob said he’s gained life Victoria Vlisides talan, of Oregon, accepted sheim Shoes. “We learn about sustain- skills from his time on “Into [email protected] the award in November at Connor’s involvement ability and the ecosystem the Outdoors.” with the local TV show and Einstein’s theories,” he “It’s actually helped me Reporters the ceremony in Chicago. It is the third-consecutive has taken him all over Wis- said. “All this cool stuff.” be more confident in front Mark Ignatowski, Anthony Iozzo, Scott De Laruelle, Bill Livick award the show has won as consin. Shooting is usu- A few activities he has of people,” he said. “I built Unified Newspaper Group, a division of the “Top Educational and ally during the spring and done through the show up the nerve to be on cam- Informational Youth Series” summer, and this spring include building a bat era.” Woodward Communications,Inc. in the Midwest from the will mark his second sea- house, looking for frogs in The show also includes A dynamic, employee-owned media company National Academy of Tele- son with the show, which a marsh, observing a Native web extras for more educa- vision Arts and Sciences. produces around 5-10 epi- American pow wow and tion on the environment. Go Good People. Real Solutions. Shared Results. “It was awesome,” Con- sodes per year that air all visiting a sustainable farm, to intotheoutdoors.org for Printed by Woodward Printing Services — Platteville nor said of winning. “We over the state, including in as well as a cave similar to more information. were like ‘please, please, La Crosse, Milwaukee and Cave of the Mounds. ConnectFitchburg.com April 11, 2014 The Fitchburg Star 5 Paying it forward A group of middle school students from Minnesota spent their Spring Break traveling around the Midwest and performing service activities. They stopped in Fitchburg at the McKee Park Apartments to help residents get rid of trash and junk mail. Below, a group also helps to pull the legs off of lawn flamingos. Photos by Scott Girard

Fun at the Library The Fitchburg Public Library hosted a children’s activity time Wednesday, April 2. Children had the chance to play with toys and join their parents in drawing with wet chalk. Above, Liz Zais helps her niece, Sydney Housh, with her artwork. Left, Maya Wilfer, 2, points at a face her grandmother, Jean Benjamin, drew with wet chalk. Lower left, Sophia Ihlenfeldt, who was at the event with her grandmother, colors with wet chalk. Photos by Scott Girard

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Area High School. what is currently in place at Oregon The first meeting will be from 1:30- High School related to STEAM educa- 3 p.m. Thursday, April 17, the Fitch- An antiques appraisal event tion. burg Senior Center. There will be a Find out how much one of your presentation on footcare challenges in antiques is worth at a Fitchburg Book discussions for adults people with diabetes. appraisal event next month. Join the Fitchburg Public Library’s There is no cost for the support Mark Moran will appraise one item Wednesday Morning Book Discussion group, but advance registration is for each participant in this fun event, group to read and share thoughts on appreciated. co-sponsored by the Fitchburg Senior books with other adults. Call the Senior Center at 270-4290 to Center and the Friends of the Fitchburg File photo The group meets monthly at 10 a.m. sign up. Library. A photo of the Midway carnival rides at night during a previous in the library conference room. Discus- Advance registration for appraisals is Fitchburg Days festival. sion books may be checked out at the Nerdy Girl's Night required; register by calling 729-1763. library’s reference desk on the second Enjoy an evening to celebrate being a Registration is not required to watch floor. girl, a nerd, and completely awesome at the program, which will take place at Fitchburg Days coming in May The next discussion is set for 6 p.m., Tuesday, April 22, at the Fitch- 1:30 p.m. Sunday, May 4 at the library. Wednesday, April 16, and features burg Public Library. We’ll kick off Fitchburg from 9:30 to midnight. Don’t “Lost in Shangri-La,” by Michael There will be nerdy crafts (and not Days this year with music forget, all three days will fea- Video production series and lots of fun. The night ture carnival rides, fantastic Zuckoff. just so-called “girly” ones either), nerd Learn how to shoot and edit video For more information contact Erin trivia and games, plenty of snacks and starts with music by Pilot. food and music in the enter- like the pros. At 9 p.m., there will be the tainment tent. Every day the Saylor at [email protected] chocolate, and time for every girl to This spring, the library is partnering or 729-1763. talk about what she loves. Share your annual Fitchburg Days Fire- Children’s Tent has different with FACTv to offer a hands-on semi- works Show sponsored sole- themes. passion for books, movies, anime - nar series on video production. Topics Film screenings whatever - with other awesome girls. ly by our own local Stop-N- On Friday the theme will will cover equipment, shooting, editing, Go here in Fitchburg. be Family Fun Night. Activi- As part of the Madison Opera’s The event is open to teen girls in as well as special topics like video with Extending the Stage program, the grades 6-12. Ending the night with a ties run from 4-8 p.m. and iPad. wild BANG! will be Wiscon- include a reading corner, arts library will be offering three free film Classes are free to the public, though screenings in April. sin’s own Pat McCurdy who and crafts, children’s games Celebration of El día de los registration is requested to ensure ade- will be on the main stage and face painting. “Unlikely Friends” will be shown at quate space. 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16, and niños/El día de los libros Classes will be held Mondays at 6:30 “Race to Execution” will be shown at 6 Be part of an annual national celebra- tion of children, families, and reading p.m. beginning May 5. p.m. on Wednesday, April 23. Call 729-1763 for more details. Capital City Jazz Fest April 24 The former is a documentary about at 6 p.m., Wednesday, April 20. victims of brutal crimes who, through Share a storytime, activities, snacks, The Madison Jazz Society and information about our new Día Tri-North kid’s building day forgiveness, become friends with their Parents will want to bring their bud- will kick off it second quarter If you go perpetrators; the latter is a documentary Family Book Club. century of festivals with the Diverse books, languages, and cul- ding builders - ages 4-12 - to McKee What: 26th Annial that follows the stories of two Death Farms Park in Fitchburg on May 10 to 26th annual Capital City Jazz Row inmates while exploring the dis- tures will be emphasized and celebrat- Fest at the Madison Qual- Capital City Jazz Fest ed. let them experience what it’s really like turbing link between race and the death to build everything from a birdhouse to ity Inn & Suites, 2969 Cahill When: April 24-27 penalty in America. The event is planned for kids up to Main, Fitchburg. This year’s age 12 and their families. a city. Where: Madison Quality Inn Both films will be followed by dis- Kids Building Wisconsin will feature event will feature jazz artists & Suites, 2969 Cahill Main cussions led by Rev. Phil Haslanger of For more information, email kelly. from all over the country per- [email protected]. a variety of fun and educational hands- Info: madisonjazz.com Memorial United Church of Christ. on activities for children ages 4-12. forming a broad range of jazz Contact Kate Hull at 729-1763 with Exhibits and activities will be open styles, along with a kick-off any questions. eBook drop-in help from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to help kids celebration on April 24. Learn how to get library eBooks Although both sessions on session tickets ($32 per ses- on your Kindle, Nook, iPad or other explore many aspects of the construc- Open Mic Night tion industry. April 26 are sold out, tick- sion) are available by mail Open mic event returns to the library device. ets are still available for the only; the single session price at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 17. Stop by the second floor conference kick-off celebration on April increases to $35 at the door. Musicians, poets, and performers of room at the library at 6 p.m. Tuesday, 24, and the sessions on April For more information, all kinds are invited to come and share April 29 with the device and get ques- 25 and April 27. call 850-5400 or go to in the cultural life of our community. tions answered during this open lab. Advance individual madisonjazz.com.

Calendar of events Saturday, April 12 • 7 p.m. Open Mic Night, library Sunday, April 27 Tuesday, May 6 • 9-10:30 a.m., Emerald ash borer infor- • 7-8:30 p.m., 15th Annual OHS Art • 10 a.m., Eccno salon walk/fundraiser • 5 p.m. Teen Library Council, library mational meeting for property owners, Department Art Show and Silent • 1-3 p.m., Schumann Greenway • 7:30 p.m., West High School sex traf- Community Center Auction, high school commons Cleanup with All Saints Lutheran ficking presentation, West library • 3 p.m. Teen Game Day Super Smash Friday, April 18 Church, McKee Farms Park northwest Bros. Tournament, library pond near the Splash Pad Wednesday, May 8 • 10 a.m. Tot Together Time (ages 0-4), • 10 a.m. Toddler Art (ages 1-3), library Monday, April 14 library Monday, April 28 • 1 p.m. Getting to Know Medicare, • 9:30 & 11 a.m. Preschool Storytime • 12:40 p.m., Movie day: “12 Years A • 5 p.m., Oregon School District, library (ages 2-5), library Slave,” Senior Center Netherwood Knoll, 835-4000 • 4 p.m. Spring Break Teen Movie, • 3 p.m. DIY Crafts (ages 5+), library • 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Blood Drive, Tri Thursday, May 8 • 6 p.m. Storytime for Families, library library Saturday, April 19 North Builders, Conference Room, 2625 • 6:30 p.m., Oregon School District, Research Park Dr. • 6 p.m. Getting to Know Medicare, • 9 a.m.-noon, Stormwater cleanup, library Rome Corners Intermediate, 1111 S. Wednesday, April 30 Perry Pkwy, 835-4000 meet at Dunn’s Marsh Park, meet at Apache Pond, 4491 Crescent Rd • 10 a.m. Playtime with Colors & Friday, May 9 • 7 p.m., VAHS Band Concert, VAHS Shapes (ages 1-4), library • 4-5:30 p.m. Lego Club, library gym • 1 p.m., Annual Easter egg hunt, McKee Farms Park, 278-8344 • 7:30 p.m., West High School band • 6:30 p.m., Evening Birding in Nine Tuesday, April 15 concert, West auditorium Springs, Nine Springs E-Way, 1947 Monday, April 21 Moorland Rd • 11 a.m. Lapsit Storytime (ages 0-2), Thursday, May 1 library • 9:30 & 11 a.m. Preschool Storytime (ages 2-5), library • 6:30 p.m. Green Thursdays Film, library Saturday, May 10 • Noon to 5 p.m. Scavenger Hunts, • 10 a.m.-noon, Fitchburg Bike Rodeo, library • 7 p.m., Verona Area School District Saturday, May 3 meeting, administration building Stoner Prairie Elementary School (park- • 2 p.m., American Red Cross volun- • Free Comic Book Day – For teens ing lot) teers talk, Senior Center Tuesday, April 22 only (all day), library • 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Tri-North Kid’s • 5:30-7 p.m. R.E.A.D. to a Dog (sign- • 11 a.m. Lapsit Storytime (ages 0-2), • 7:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m., Shred Day, Oak Building Wisconsin, McKee Farms Park up), library library Bank, 5951 McKee Road Monday, May 12 • 7:30 p.m. Plan Commission, City Hall Wednesday, April 23 • 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Electronics Recycling, Surplus-IT, 901 Watson • 11 a.m. Social Security 101, library Wednesday, April 16 • 10 a.m., Free glucose testing, Senior Avenue, Madison • 6:30 p.m. Video Series: Shooting and Center • 10 a.m. Book Discussion (Adults), • 8:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m., Fitchburg Arbor Editing, library library • 6 p.m. Film Screening: Race to Day – Migratory Bird Day Celebration, • 6:30 p.m., Oregon School District, • 10 a.m. Toddler Art (ages 1-3), library Execution, library McKee Farms Park shelter Rome Corners Intermediate, 1111 S. • 6 p.m. Film Screening: Unlikely Thursday, April 24 • 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Compost Bin and Perry Pkwy, 835-4000 Friends, library • 11 a.m. Storytime (ages 3-5), library Rain Barrel Sale, Alliant Energy Center Tuesday, May 13 • 7 p.m. Mother-Daughter Book Club, • 6:30-8 p.m., awards show for high school • Noon, Fitball exercise class begins library Sunday, May 4 Congressional Art Campaign, Library • 1:30 p.m., Antique Appraisals, library, ($35 for 8 weeks), Senior Center Thursday, April 17 Friday, April 25 729-1763 • 2 p.m. Planning for Retirement, library • 1:30 p.m., Diabetic Support group • 7:30 p.m., Common Council Nine • 4 p.m. Plant a Tree! It’s Arbor Day! Monday, May 5 begins, call to register, Senior Center (ages 3-8) (sign-up), library Springs decision, City Hall • 4 p.m. Duct Tape-O-Rama (ages • 7 p.m., Verona Area School District, 6-12), library Saturday, April 26 administration building Wednesday, May 14 • 10:30 a.m. Kids Dance Party (ages • 5 p.m. Teen Writers Group, library • 3 p.m. Kids Movie, library • 7 p.m. Teen Mother-Daughter Book Club, library 1-5), library ConnectFitchburg.com Coming Up April 11, 2014 The Fitchburg Star 7 Dog walk for cancer awareness May 4 Finding a cure for cancer both. Participants may bring up just got infinitely cuter. The walk will be held on to two dogs apiece, and the Local dog lovers and 2 Sunday, May 4, and can be dogs must be at least four Million Dogs have cre- participated in whether a months or older, up to date ated a partnership to host furry friend tags along or on any and all vaccinations Wisconsin’s first Puppy not. It will be held at McK- and must be a non-retract- Up! walk in order to create ee Farms Park at Fitchburg able leash that is six feet or awareness for the common with registration start- less at all times. Water and links between canine and ing at 9 a.m. and the walk clean-up bags for dogs will human cancers. starting at 10 a.m. Pre- be supplied. 2 Million Dogs is an registration opens April For more information, organization that funds 27 and is $20 for adults, go to puppyupmadison. oncology research to find and kids under 14 are free kintera.org or visit their the links between can- and must be accompanied Facebook page. cers of the two species to by an adult. Registration increase survival rates of the day of the walk is $30. – Kimberly Wethal Photo submitted Kids have fun learning bike safety skills at a previous Fitchburg Bike Rodeo event. Safety tips and fun offered at bike rodeo Get “geared up” for sum- parade. mer by joining in the fun at the There will be prizes, If you go fourth annual Fitchburg Bike refreshments and more. Rodeo. The rodeo will be held Sat- What: Fitchburg Bike The city will once again urday, May 10, from 10 a.m. Rodeo host the Fitchburg Bike Rodeo to noon in the Stoner Prairie When: May 10, 10 a.m. to teach safe bicycling skills to Elementary School parking lot to noon kids of all ages. at 5830 Devoro Road. Where: Stoner Prairie The Bike Rodeo is a free, Registration for this event Elementary School bikes-on activity that con- will be available at bit.ly/ sists of a series of fun and FitchburgBikeRodeo. Regis- educational stations that kids tration will also be accepted on can bike through to learn real the day of the event. safe biking skills at home. world skills for how to safely Parents will have the oppor- Interested in volunteer- operate and navigate their tunity to learn how children ing? Plenty of volunteers are bikes in traffic. see traffic (it’s different from needed for the event. Send an Photo submitted Bike experts will be on- adults), understand the most email to Ahna Bizjak at Ahna- hand to provide a free safety common crash types for chil- [email protected] At last year’s Migratory Bird Day celebration, mayor Shawn Pfaff, right, meets the beautiful Julie, a check of kids’ bikes and hel- dren on bikes, and ensure that to sign up for an activity at the Western red-tailed hawk. Abbey Ruppert (left) of Raptor Education Group, Inc. will be back with her mets. their child continues to prac- annual Fitchburg Bike Rodeo. cool raptors on May 3. Kids can also join in a bike tice these skills by reinforcing May 3: A day to celebrate birds and trees Historical society learns about American Indian struggle The city will hold its Arbor for birding in the park and a Day and second annual Inter- tree planting with the mayor. If you go Longtime Fitchburg resi- Bill Clinton, as well as teaching restoration of tribal status. The national Migratory Bird Day Kids can learn the craft dent Ada Deer has a personal generations of students at UW. vote in the U.S. House was Celebration at McKee Farms of building their own bird What: Fitchburg Arbor as well as historical perspec- When Congress terminated 404-3. Park on Saturday, May 3. feeders out of recyclables Day-Migratory Bird Day tive on the struggle of the the tribal status of the Menom- Termination, Deer declared, Both trees and birds make with provided supplies. When: May 3, 8:30 Menominee people – and the inee in 1961, the former tribe “was a cultural, political and the community a vibrant Participants will also be a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (rain struggle of American Indians was burdened with enormous economic disaster.” place to live and work, so able to learn tree planting, or shine) generally. costs. Non-Indians were given “We were the first tribe to take one morning to cel- pruning and identification Where: McKee Farms She attended the University control of the meager resourc- be terminated. We were the ebrate these living assets. skills from the city forester. Park of Wisconsin on a tribal schol- es of the Mernominee, schools first tribe restored,” Deer said. There will be fun and For the full event sched- Info: bit.ly/ArborDay- arship, but dropped out of law closed, the hospital closed and “We achieved the historic educational activities for ule visit bit.ly/ArborDay- IMBD school to lobby for restora- the Menominee people sank reversal of American Indian families, youth and adults. IMBD. tion of the tribal status of the further into poverty. policy. We set up a whole new If you can’t stay for the Want to volunteer? Con- Menominee people, she told By 1964, tribal members relationship with the tribe, a entire event, at least take an tact Dana Dentice at dana. the Fitchburg Historical Soci- were petitioning for repeal whole new relationship with hour to meet the raptors. Last [email protected] throughout North America ety April 6. of the termination act. The the federal government.” year, these feathered educa- or 270-4287 to find out and their wintering grounds Her mother had told her Menominees’ corporate over- The Historical Society elect- tors from the Raptor Edu- how you can help. in South and Central Amer- it was time to start paying seers’ decision to sell tribal ed Eric Amlie to its board of cation Group, Inc. (REGI) Since 1993, International ica, Mexico, the Caribbean, back the Menominee. She did lands for lakefront vacation directors, and the board elect- inspired both kids and adults. Migratory Bird Day has and the southern U.S. that and more, helping forge homes was the last straw. ed Roger Tesch treasurer, to Those attending the 2014 become a primary vehicle for Arbor Day, officially America’s policy toward Indi- Deer helped found DRUMS succeed Deborah Henke. event will be welcomed by focusing public attention on April 25, is a national holi- ans – Deer doesn’t like the – Determination of Rights Rich Eggleston will present Mayor Shawn Pfaff at 10:15 the nearly 350 species that day when people plant and term “native American” – as and Unity for Menominee his family tree at the June 7 a.m., with the raptor program travel between nesting habi- care for trees and celebrate assistant secretary of the inte- Shareholders. In 1970, the board meeting at 10:30 a.m. at soon to follow; or come early tats in our community and their benefits. rior and head of the Bureau of group halted the sale of tribal the library. 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Instead, it will con- habits for each student, and States but is gaining support district’s website by com- superintendent Brian Busler essarily imminent,” he said. sider remodeling or expand- parents are an important part in some districts, including pleting a survey. The district said Monday that after some “We have asked the district ing that traditional Septem- of determining that struc- Oregon, where administra- has received 49 applications “setbacks and challenges” on three different occasions ber to early June schedule ture, Gorrell said. tors at one of the district’s for the committee, and will in the bargaining process, for a written copy of their that schools have run on for “Even with the confines three elementary schools look for a range of com- a mediation session March offer and they have not yet much of their history. of what we have, should we are scheduling listening ses- munity members to serve 12 led by WERC (Wiscon- provided that to the OEA.” “I don’t envision a meet- be expanding (that time) and sions to hear from the public including parents of school sin Employment Relations Fishwild said Busler’s ing to just decide ‘okay this using fewer days for inclem- on the idea. children and business own- Commission) mediator Bill assertion that the district is spring break, this is winter ent weather and more for Gorrell said the group will ers. Houlihan made “great prog- is offering the maximum break,’” VASD superinten- parent-teacher days?” Gor- look at how other districts or Gorrell expects the com- ress.” He said last month the allowed by Act 10 is “not dent Dean Gorrell said. rell said. schools that have switched mittee to have 15-20 mem- sides were arranging anoth- completely accurate.” The goals of the new Currently, state law to a year-round schedule bers and to begin regular er session, and he hoped a “Even applying the rules committee include looking allows for five of a district’s have handled the transition meetings next fall. deal could be struck some of operation that the district time after spring break, is using, they are allowed to around the first week of provide larger pay raises in April. what is called supplemental A “significant increase” pay,” he said. “This would Graduation date could move back a week in 2015 in starting teacher salaries be pay that would not be is “part of the process” for applied to the base salary Scott Girard the second weekend. For 2015, that “From an efficiency standpoint, recruitment and retention and is pay that is not guar- Unified Newspaper Group would fall on June 14. I always wondered why we let the purposes, Busler said. anteed going into the future. Hammen said the change would seniors go a week early,” board mem- “We have on the table the This is not our preference Verona Area High School seniors bring many positives, including more ber Amy Almond said. “I’ve also maximum salary amount moving forward, but it is an would have to attend three days more days of instruction for the seniors heard students (in grades) 9 through allowable by law,” he said. option.” in the 2014-15 school year than those and eliminating some disruption 11 say ‘all the seniors are gone, the District legal counsel and Issues that Fishwild cited graduating this spring if a new gradu- from those classes that have multiple classroom dynamic has changed.’” human relations director as remaining points of con- ation date is approved. grades and therefore are missing part Hammen said she had not heard Jina Jonen said the board tention are disagreements VAHS principal Pam Hammen of their class for some days. much from parents on the issue, other has offered teachers a 2.07 about teacher prep time, brought the proposed change, which She said most of the VAHS staff than that they want to know what the percent maximum pay how summer school is paid, would move the date back one week, supported the plan to move the date plan is so they can share with others increase. and in particular how teach- to the school board Monday night back a week. who may plan visits for graduation Busler said Houlihan told ers with 1-3 years of service after what she said was a few years of “We think they always have more weekend. representatives from both are paid. conversation with the site council. to learn,” Hammen said. “We just “It doesn’t seem to me that par- sides there were “no sub- “We are not yet satisfied Currently, seniors graduate the first really value the time we have with our ents have a huge preference, they’d stantial differences” in their that their offer resolves the weekend in June, while students in students.” just like to be informed as much in lists, though there are still a dispute and are cautious grades 9-11 attend school for at least Although the board did not formal- advance as possible,” she said. few details to hammer out. about moving forward until part of the next week. ly vote on the change, they indicated Hammen said she will check with “We’re excited about it, we have the comfort lev- The plan would instead have they were comfortable with it as long Epic and the athletic department for and we appreciate the hard el,” he said. “We are also seniors join the rest of the school for as Epic, which has hosted it for the possible conflicts before the board’s work and commitment our concerned about how this that last week and have graduation past six years, can accommodate it. next meeting. teachers make to our stu- fix may cause other salary dents every day,” he said. issues that stem from com- “We feel we are close to pacting the salary schedule reaching a voluntary con- over multiple bargains.” SOMS tract settlement, which is art show Former OSB member will be Savanna Oaks Middle School students had their Edgewood college president artwork on display the week of April A former Oregon School it is my privilege to be invit- 7 at the school. Board member and current ed to serve as its president.” Works included Oregon resident was hired Flanagan has worked at sculptures, paint- as president of Edgewood Edgewood College for 16 ings, drawings and College. years, most recently as the more. Left is a clay Scott Fla- school’s executive vice and glaze sculp- nagan, who president. ture of popcorn served on In the past, he served as by seventh-grader the OSB the dean of admissions and Katri Altenberg. from 2003- financial aid, vice president Photo by Scott Girard 07, will suc- for planning and enrollment ceed presi- and interim chief financial dent Dan officer. He also has taught Carey in Flanagan a doctoral course on higher August. education finance. “I am While on the Oregon deeply grateful for the faith School Board, Flanagan that the board and this com- contributed to “Account- munity have placed in me to ability for Student Achieve- lead Edgewood College,” ment,” a policy paper that Four finalists for BRMS principal opening Flanagan said in a statement received recognition from a Scott Girard a first round of interviews • Paul Christiansen, On the web released by the college. national school board asso- Unified Newspaper Group and will now hold a second associate principal at Fort “Edgewood College’s mis- ciation. round for the finalists in the Atkinson Middle School Learn about the sion to build a just and com- He currently serves on the The Verona Area School coming weeks. • Sandy Eskrich, asso- passionate world through board of the Urban League District has narrowed the field The goal is to put forward ciate principal at Savanna two-way immersion educating students has nev- of Greater Madison. to four finalists for the Badger a candidate at the school Oaks Middle School program in the er been more important, and Ridge Middle School princi- board’s April 21 meeting, • Mary Kramer, associ- Verona Area School pal job. superintendent Dean Gor- ate principal at Oregon On the web A committee including rell said. High School District. parents and district admin- Current BRMS principal • Todd DeBruin, princi- Oregon’s personalized learning program istrators looked at applica- David Jennings will retire pal at Farnsworth Middle ConnectFitchburg. tions from the original 108 at the end of the year. School in Sheboygan applicants for the job, held The finalists are: com ConnectOregonWI.com 10 April 11, 2014 The Fitchburg Star ConnectFitchburg.com Oregon School District A global perspective Oregon teacher’s Brazil trip tackles growing agricultural challenges Scott De Laruelle a global perspective,” Beaty concern for environmental Unified Newspaper Group said, and the sheer number of impacts of agriculture. potential future population at “They’re farmers,” Beaty When it comes to answer- the century’s halfway mark said. “It’s fascinating - a lot of ing the question, “How do you (36 years from now) gives an media talk about how Brazil is feed 9 billion people in 2050?” idea of how quickly the world growing because they are cut- Oregon High School agri- is growing. ting rainforest, but that’s not culture education teacher Jil- With an expected world really happening (because) lian Beaty might have found population around 9 billion by here are so many regulations some answers among the tow- then, feeding those extra peo- and consequences.” ering South American sugar ple without hurting the envi- Even while keeping its for- cane. ronment will be a challenge, ests intact, Brazil’s abundance Beaty recently returned she said. of land makes it a prime can- from eight days touring Bra- “These are the problems my didate for plenty of future zil with an American Farm students are going to have to growth, she said. Bureau program, funded in worry about,” she said. “South America is such a part by Farm Credit Service The trick is doing something Photo submitted rising star when it comes to and Monsanto. She was one about it, which is just what the Jillian Beaty, far right, stands with a group of travelers stands outside of a Monsanto plant. agriculture - they still have of only 10 people from around group had in mind when trav- land to farm, and growth is the nation selected by Ameri- eling to observe different agri- Brazil is a good place to start Beaty includes around 400, temperatures and high humidi- happening because they’re can Farm Bureau to attend. cultural practices in action. looking for this generation’s with harvests used for mak- ty, that can be the difficult part, embracing technology to “I’m excited they gave me “We’ve got to collaborate,” agricultural solutions. Accord- ing either raw sugar or ethanol, with problematic pests caus- allow them to improve pro- this chance to get this message Beaty said. “Which countries ing to National Geographic, depending on the market. ing some fields to be sprayed duction,” Beaty said. back to my kids,” she said. have the best systems to grow it ranks fifth in the world in There’s plenty of promise in 20 times a year, a number As the world looks to feed “It’s going to help me be a bet- things?” both population and area, and the cane fields that can reach American farmers “couldn’t its growing populations, Bra- ter leader.” is seen as a key to a region on up to 16 feet tall, as when fathom,” she said. zil will continue to “find eco- The program is designed to Sugar-coated solution the rise. converted, they’ve proven an “They’re trying to produce nomic strength because of provide some “understanding With a population of more One of the country’s key excellent source of ethanol. quality sugar that competes agriculture,” Beaty said, not- how the United States fits into than 184 million to feed, exports is sugar cane, which “In Brazil, 87 percent of with our sugar industry, with ing recent Chinese interest and their vehicles are flex fuel, corn and corn syrup,” she said. investment in the area. Now, because they can use ethanol,” “They are our competitors, the question is how U.S. agri- she said. and they continue to grow in culture will react. The reason is the type of quality and quantity of prod- “(Chinese leaders) know ethanol extracted from the ucts. they have 3.7 million people to chopped cane - cellulosic etha- “And we also have to col- feed and Brazil is overproduc- nol – that turns out to be pretty laborate, because we need to ing what they have,” she said. efficient. feed the world.” “I foresee (Brazil) possibly “How do I pick up that extra overtaking America...What sugar cane and turn it into Agricultural ‘rising star’ are we doing to stay competi- some sort of energy?” Beaty She said one thing Brazil- tive and working together in said. ians and Americans do have the U.S.?” With Brazil’s warm more in common is their savings! 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UN342920 BLOW DRY STYLE LOUNGE UN342958 ConnectFitchburg.com Madison schools April 11, 2014 The Fitchburg Star 11 Cooking with Leopold teacher chosen kids The final session in a series of cooking for state task force classes that began in March was held Scott Girard students most in need and April 8 at thed Aldo Leopold Elementary Unified Newspaper Group used graphic organizers to School. The cooking class was lead by keep students organized in Sandy Meier, who taught the group of A third-grade teacher at the school’s fight against around two-dozen people how to make the achievement gap. a slow-cooker Zesty Chicken and Rice Leopold Elementary was Supper. named to a state task force The “State Superin- looking at Wisconsin’s tendent’s Task Force on “The outpour of support has been great,” achieve- Wisconsin’s Achievement Meier said before the lesson. “People ment gap. Gap” will aim to “iden- who miss a week will still come ask me The gap tify and recommend class- for the recipes from the week before.” has histori- room-centered practices Left, Crystal Revord helps Morgan Post, cally exist- to address achievement middle, and her friend Haley, left with the ed along gaps in the state,” a press prep work. racial or release from DPI said. socioeco- According to the release, Below, Josefina Garciá stirs up the spicy Cerniglia concoction. nomic lines, although overall academic particu- success in Wisconsin is Photos by Kimberly Wethal larly as measured by high- high, there are “sizeable stakes exam scores. gaps” between students of Kendra Cerniglia will color and white students. join the state task force Those on the task force, consisting of 18 teach- which includes 10 teach- ers and administrators ers, five principals, two from around the state. The school staff members and Wisconsin Department of one superintendent, were Public Instruction selected selected after a data anal- Leopold as a school, and ysis found their schools the school’s principal then showed high academic asked Cerniglia is she was achievement, a smaller interested. achievement gap and high- “I think it’s something er achievement by non- that’s really important for white students. our schools and our state,” The task force held its Cerniglia told the Star. first meeting Wednesday, She said Leopold has April 9. brought in speakers, spent time on interventions for

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MORTGAGE BANKING CPA/TAX ACCOUNTANT Q. Does it make a difference if my mortgage is sold as soon as I purchase Q. What is so important about the April 15th deadline? a home? A. Naturally, April 15 is the dreaded tax fi ling deadline for an individual’s federal and Wisconsin income tax returns. On this day the tax returns are obviously due but more importantly, the tax owed A. What a “sold” mortgage means is that the owner is still Fannie Mae but must be paid! If the tax returns are not fi led timely, the taxpayer becomes liable for at least two types of penalties – “late fi ling” and “late payment”. These penalties can be signifi cant especially if a the financial institution which closed your loan will not be handling the substantial tax liability is due once the returns have been fi nalized and fi led. The “late fi ling” penalty payments and other services related to your loan. For most customers, they for an individual taxpayer can be eliminated by fi ling an automatic 6-month extension, Form 4868 by want the current lender to be their servicing agent. Therefore, they can April 15. When fi ling this form you are directed to submit a payment representing an estimate Kathleen C. Aiken Mark Boebel, of the tax due. You may fi le it without payment, but you will be liable for the “late payment” penalty make their payments to that financial institution rather than mailing them CPA/ABV & CVA once the returns are fi led. Form 4868 is available online and will extend the individual’s federal and to a company outside the state. Our clients like to look at their account Wisconsin tax return. Never fi le a return that is not accurate or complete if it can be extended, because an “amended” or correction return fi led later will draw the attention of the IRS and/or Wisconsin online that they have with us to see that the mortgage payment has been Department of Revenue! made and how it was applied. (608) 497-3100 1010 North Edge Trail, Verona, WI 53593 3002 Fish Hatchery Rd. • Fitchburg, WI 53713 608-259-2085 [email protected] CHIROPRACTOR FINANCIAL Q. How can I prepare for retirement and any benefits that come with it? Q. I get pain in my jaw when I eat and it sometimes makes a clicking noise. Is there anything a chiropractor can do to help? A. Important Birthdays. There are many after 50! Understanding key birthdays may help you better prepare for certain retirement income and benefits. But more A. Yes, and with great success. You are exhibiting two of the most common symptoms of importantly, knowing key birthdays can help you avoid penalties that may be imposed Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD). Other common symptoms include: headaches, dizziness, if you miss the date. Age 50: Employees in certain qualified retirement plans are limited ability to open the mouth, and a jaw that gets “stuck.” Some of the common causes include: able to begin making annual catch-up contributions of $5,500 in addition to their injuries to the head, neck or face from an accident or whiplash injury, stress, and clenching of the normal contributions. Age 59½: Employees are able to start making withdrawals from teeth. In our offi ce, we utilize Chiropractic Adjustments, Massage, and Rehabilitation Exercises to qualified retirement plans without incurring a 10% federal income-tax penalty. Age 62: Kristin Kellerman Jill Unwin, treat TMD. Chiropractic treatment involves adjusting the joint between the jaw and the skull (TMJ). Employees are first able to draw Social Security retirement benefits, but if you continue DC, CCEP Investment Advisor to work, those benefits will be reduced. Age 65: Individuals qualify for Medicare. This relieves pressure on the disc in that joint and allows the jaw to open and close properly, which Representative Health care costs are a big part of a retiree’s budget. Age 65 to 67: Between ages 65 reduces pain and restores normal function. With specifi c adjustments to the spine and TMJ, chiropractic treatment restores proper and 67, individuals become eligible to receive 100% of their Social Security benefit. The age varies, depending nervous system control of involved muscles and ligaments. Massage treatment to the affected muscles will reduce adhesions, on your birth year. Age 70½: You must begin taking required minimum distributions (RMDs) from traditional trigger points, and tension which are all factors that can be contributing to your symptoms. Lastly, we prescribe specifi c exercise IRAs and qualified retirement plans, such as 401(k), 403(b), and 457 plans. This is just a quick summary of that works to strengthen and balance the muscles of the head and neck. We fi nd this 3-tiered approach to be most successful. the important birthdays. For more details, call me at 608-442-5637. Sources: IRS.gov and ssa.gov Securities by Licensed individuals Offered through Investacorp, Inc. A Registered Broker/Dealer, 212 E. Verona Ave., Suite B • Verona, WI Member FINRA, SIPC. Advisory Services Offered through Investacorp Advisory Services, Inc., an SEC Registered Investment Advisory Firm. 5951 McKee Road, Ste 200, Fitchburg, WI 53719 (608) 848-1800 • unwinchiropractic.com 608-442-5637 • www.klaasfi nancial.com REHAB/LONG TERM CARE NEIGHBORHOOD DENTIST Q. What can I do for my PARKINSON’s disease? Q. I don’t use tobacco. So why get an oral cancer screening?

A. We believe that our Parkinsons Exercise Classes would benefit you. Four Winds Skilled A. April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. While tobacco use Nursing and Rehab is proud to announce a series of exercise classes for the months of April is still a major risk factor, the fastest-growing segment of oral and May. Exercise is the key to moving and feeling better. These Parkinsons specific classes cancer patients is young, healthy, nonsmoking individuals due will be led by Heather Mortenson, PT/Rehab Program Director at Four Winds. The classes to the connection to the HPV virus. We use advanced Velscope will focus on large muscle movements, improving strength, improving gait and improving technology for fast, painless, harmless oral cancer screenings Heather Mortenson balance ---all through large movements and in a group setting. Dr. David Gundersen that can detect issues early on and keep you safe and healthy. Program Director FREE Parkinsons classes begin April 28 Screenings are free. Call for yours today. Mondays & Thursdays, 11:00 a.m. (for 6 weeks). Stay for lunch for only $5.00. Call to reserve your spot (608) 845-1306. 5950 Seminole Centre Ct., Fitchburg (608) 845-6465 608.273.6500 303 S. Jefferson St., Verona, WI www.fourwindsmanor.com www.fi rstchoicedental.com ATTORNEY REAL ESTATE Q. If my estate plan is built around my Revocable Living Trust, why do I need a Q: How important is the lending process to me as I contemplate Will too? buying a home. A. In most cases, when you have a revocable living trust and have transferred assets into the name of the trust, your trust serves as a substitute for a will to A: So important that I recommend you go to your mortgage lender deal with your estate after your death. However, there may be assets that were first and if you don’t have one, I can recommend one. We can work not transferred to the name of the trust or are not controlled by your trust at your together to get you maximum negotiating power before we even step death—for example, forgotten savings bonds or a tax refund may be in your name and not the name of your trust. Any assets not owned by your trust will go into a home. With lower inventory and many buyers, new homes that Kathy Bartels are just listed are producing multiple offers and as a buyer you want to through probate and will be subject to state statutes of intestacy (which may not be Realtor consistent with your trust) if you do not have a will. Therefore, a “pour-over will” be prepared to compete. Let a professional help you gain knowledge is necessary to direct your probate estate to be paid or transferred to your trust, so so you’re comfortable and confident in your home buying purchase. that your intentions in your trust control your entire estate. Give me a call! The market is heating up! Kathy Bartels (608) 235-2927 2997 Yarmouth Greenway Drive, Suite 100 • Fitchburg, WI 53711 (608) 273-8609 • www.christensonallexlaw.com [email protected] HEARING AIDS SENIOR CARE Q. What are the warning signs of glaucoma? Q. Do I really need TWO hearing aids? A. Glaucoma is a word we have all heard – but as we age it becomes increasingly important to know what it means. A. This is a question that I hear almost daily from my new patients who are discussing amplifica- In knowledgeable circles it is called the “sneak thief of sight,” as this disease is the second leading cause of blindness tion options. The answer to this question 99 % of the time is, YES! If you have hearing loss in in the world, according to the World Health Organization. Risk factors for glaucoma increase if you are over the age of both ears, you will hear best when wearing hearing aids in both ears. Research done by audiolo- 60; are Hispanic, African American or Asian; have diabetes as a result of being obese; have family members (especially gists on this topic discovered two main reasons why people hear best when wearing two hearing siblings) with glaucoma; or are very nearsighted. There are rarely symptoms or warning signs that indicate the presence aids. The 1st reason is that with 2 hearing aids you will hear better in background noise. The of glaucoma, most people do not realize there is a problem until loss of vision occurs. By this time, it is often too late. Up majority of people coming to me complain of having difficulty hearing in background noise. Our to 40% of your vision can disappear without your realizing you have glaucoma. This vision loss, while avoidable through Stacy Dimond, Au.D. brain was created to hear with two ears, and one of the amazing things that our brain does with Stephen Rudolph early diagnosis, is irreversible once it presents itself. Early diagnosis of glaucoma is critical as there are treatments such two ears is separate speech from background noise. If you only have a hearing aid in one ear you FACHE, CSA as medicine or surgery that can slow the progression of vision loss. The only way glaucoma can be detected is by regular are eliminating the brain’s ability to help you hear better in background noise. Another reason to wear two hearing aids comprehensive eye exams, which should begin sometime within your middle-aged years. Because this disease is more is to have the best ability to localize sound. You need 2 eyes to have depth perception and you need 2 ears to tell where common in people over the age of 60, it is important that you discuss with your senior loved ones how crucial it is to have sound is coming from. Investing in two hearing aids has been a life changing event for many people. Call Zounds Hearing regular eye exams. Depending on your age, you might decide to book your own appointment, as well. Find out if any in Madison today to have a full hearing evaluation at no charge. family members have glaucoma and do research to determine if other risk factors are present. Remember, early detection is critical in managing this disease and preventing complete vision loss. For more information, visit www.glaucoma.org. 8444 Old Sauk Rd. (off Junction Rd.), Madison www.ZoundsMadison.com 5396 King James Way, Suite 210, Madison, WI 53719 (866) 977-2546 (608) 442-1898 • www.comfortkeepers.com If you would like to join our Ask a Professional page, contact Donna Larson at 608-845-9559 or Rob Kitson 608-835-6677 to find out how! Jeremy Jones, sports editor Friday, April 11, 2014 845-9559 x226 • [email protected] 13 The Anthony Iozzo, assistant sports editor 845-9559 x237 • [email protected] Fitchburg Star Fax: 845-9550 For more sports coverage, visit: Sp o rts ConnectFitchburg.com Madison West baseball OHS girls soccer Young squad still expects to compete for title Anthony Iozzo Assistant sports editor

The Oregon High School girls soccer program has had much success the past few seasons, from winning two straight Badger South Con- ference titles to coming a shootout away from state in 2013. The Panthers had nine graduating seniors in 2013 – losing nine letterwinners and five starters – but although the team is younger, head coach Julie Grutzner still sees them as contenders for a con- ference title and in the sec- tional this year. “We are a young, quick team led by first-teamers Kelsey Jahn and Jen Brien, but we will need to replace the loss of Annie Zavoral, who scored nine goals for us,” Grutzner said. “Our defense returns three out- standing players and the addi- tion of a senior and a fresh- men will make it one of the strongest overall backlines that I have worked with. We should battle for a conference Photo submitted title again this year.” Madison West junior infielder/pitcher Rock Cates (24) traveled to Puerto Rico in coordination with the PRoBaseball High School Academy for the third time this past Jahn is a junior midfielder, winter, training and practicing baseball skills with coach Carlos Rivera. Above, Cates gets a hit during a game; (top right) coach Rivera talks with the team; (bottom right) while Brien is a sophomore Cates, right, and teammate Valentine stand in the dugout; (bottom left) Cates, in the front left, travels on a bus to school. forward. Both girls made the first-team All-Badger South, and Jahn also was named as an honorable mention All- Skills and drills in Puerto Rico State. The two led the offense last season with eight and nine goals, respectively. Jahn add- Cates visits PRoBaseball High School Academy this past winter ed eight assists, while Brien baseball player and a better person,” camp, and Cates said he learned a lot “I am really trying to help my collected six. Anthony Iozzo Sophomores Taylor Martin Assistant sports editor Cates said. “It is pretty awesome.” from him, including the mentality to teammates learn because they haven’t Cates was searching the Internet hustle on every play because there is really experienced what I got to expe- (2 goals, 1 assist) and Make- two years ago when he stumbled on a no reason not to. rience. I am helping to understand na Fanning (3G, 3A) return to Every day was a good day for the forward position. Senior Madison West High School junior “great opportunity,” and since he has “Everything I have learned about things like doing all the little things good grades, he was able to arrange hitting, I have learned from Rivera,” right,” he said. “If I can get them to do Eliza Neidhart (3G, 3A) and and varsity baseball captain Rock junior Paityn Fleming (1G, Cates this past December, and not just the baseball trip with full support of Cates said. “We practice it every day, the little things right and if I lead by family and Madison West teachers. and we get 150 to 200 swings per day. example, I know they will follow me 4A), who was an honorable because he was somewhere warm for mention all-conference mem- four weeks. He also taught me more about the and it will help the team overall.” strategy, especially for pitching and ber, return to help the mid- Cates attended the PRoBaseball A day at camp field. High School Academy in Puerto Rico Cates started his training at 7:30 how to attack batters. He really knows Finding time for new friends where to be on every play and every On defense, senior Jess for the third time this winter, and he a.m. and practiced until 11 a.m. After Besides baseball, Cates also was Kutz, a second-teamer, junior said that between training, going a lunch break and school, he and his pitch.” able to learn a lot about the culture in And those skills he picked up are Brenna Petersen and sopho- to school, meeting new people and teammates went to the track to prac- Puerto Rico, meeting locals and pick- more Jess Jacobs return to going to the beach with his mother tice hitting and running drills or play now showing up at the high school ing up Spanish. level. lead the backline. Meg, he had a lot to do to escape the intersquad games. Cates and his mother, Meg, stayed Other returners are senior polar vortex. But most importantly to This was a Monday through Thurs- Being a captain this season, Cates in a house with local Puerto Ricans is called upon to not just lead the forwards Megan Brugger and Cates, he was able to do something day occurrence for the four weeks. over the trip, becoming “roommates Kristin Marshall, senior mid- that he loved – play baseball. Carlos Rivera – who was an assis- Regents but to also help motivate his by baseball.” teammates to excel. Cates said the fielders Dani Ironmonger and “I have learned so much about tant coach for the Atlanta Braves’ But it wasn’t as hard to get to know Hailie Schnabel and senior myself and so much about how I minor league affiliate the Danville trips have helped grow his leadership people as one may think. There was can develop my skills and be a better Braves, in 2005 – was the coach at the abilities. Turn to Cates/Page 17 Turn to OHS Soccer/Page 16

VAHS track and field Wildcats fueled by last year’s disappointment Jeremy Jones “Although Middleton appears to as a freshman, since then the second-place finish at the WIAA Ben Feller are back as medalists Sports editor be the team to beat and might be junior distance standout fell Division 1 state cross country in the 100 and 1,600, respective- out of reach for us, we hope to behind rival Olin Hacker of meet a year ago. ly. Verona Area High School improve and get within striking Madison West. Steven Queoff is the Wildcats As far as the conference race boys track and field team was range of them by the end of the “Ryan is our top athlete after lone returning Big Eight confer- shaping up, “Middleton is the disappointed with last year’s year.” finishing second at state, how- ence champion. Despite watch- clear favorite to win this year,” fifth-place finish at the Big Leading Verona on the track ever, the state champion is also ing teammate Matt Dietlin go Pedretti said. “Although they Eight Conference meet. It’s a this season is a healthy Ryan from our conference, so that on to a second-place finish at graduated some key guys, they finish the Wildcats will be look- Nameth. Battling injuries will be a battle,” Wildcats head the state meet, it is Queoff who were so dominant last year hey ing to improve upon this season. throughout most of last season, coach Joff Pedretti said. is the defending conference high still have a sizable gap on the “Last year was our lowest Nameth went on to finish 14th Hacker was the only person jump champion. rest of the conference.” finish at a conference champi- overall at state in the 3,200. who beat Nameth during last Steven Hartnett is a returning The conference meet is slated onship since 1996,” Wildcats A third-place finisher at the fall’s cross country season as Big Eight medalist in the hur- head coach Joff Pedretti said. WIAA state cross country meet the Verona standout ran to a dles, while Cameron Tindall and Turn to VAHS Track/Page 16 14 April 11, 2014 The Fitchburg Star Verona Area High School ConnectFitchburg.com Softball Girls soccer Cats look to rise to first Jeremy Jones baseman Katelyn Huemmer. Wildcats look to excel on the pitch Anthony Iozzo season.” five goals and four assists. Tvedt also Sports editor Outfielder Briana Peterson, Nicole Hoffmann and utility Assistant sports editor Senior captains Felicia Retrum returns after getting at least 10 points Verona softball spent the players Jenna Dammen were (second-team forward) and Mad- with four goals and three assists. last two years playing in the also first-team all-conference The Verona Area High School girls die Hankard (first-team defense) join Senior Maddie Westfall makes the shadow of Sun Prairie, who selections that graduated. soccer team returns 12 players from seniors Gabby Douglas (defense) and jump to goalie this season to replace won the Big Eight Conference With that kind of turnover, last season but remains young with 10 Becky Schultz (midfielder) and juniors graduate Sarah Schoeberle, while junior and advanced to the state tour- Wildcats head coach Todd sophomores and three freshmen, but Teeghan Tvedt (second-team midfield- Erica Higgins and freshmen Dani Gil- nament at the conclusion of Anderson feels 2014 is the head coach Jennifer Faulkner said the er) and Ari Makuch (forward) as the boy (defense), Kate Melin (midfielder) both seasons. year Verona finally gets back roster is skilled throughout all grade upperclassmen returners. and Rachel Knoebl (midfielder) are The Cardinals were 46-7 on top. levels. Sophomores Bella Genova (forward), also expected to contribute right away overall and 31-5 in confer- While Sun Prairie lost plen- The Wildcats finished 7-9-2 overall Emily Krogman (midfielder), Makenna as newcomers to varsity. ence over that span, advanc- ty of talent, the cupboard is far (4-4-1 Big Eight Conference) last year McGilvray (midfielder), Emily Roark Faulkner said the girls will need to ing to the state championship from empty as the Cardinals and look to build from the experiences (midfielder), Shelby Wing (forward) win the possession battle in order to do game two years ago and los- welcome back a pair of its top of 2013. and Alexandria Zaugg (forward) are well this season. ing to eventual state champion hitters in first-team catcher “We expect to compete well in also back from last season’s squad. “When we play our style of soccer, a Westosha Central in the state Cheyenne Holmes and junior our conference and around the area,” All of the top goal scorers from 2013 game of possession and control we do semifinals a year ago. outfielder Raylin Betthauser. Faulkner said. “Our goal is to build are back. Retrum picked up nine goals well,” she said. “We need to focus on Sun Prairie has since gradu- Junior infielder April Hom- on the successes we found last year, and six assists, while Wing had five dictating the speed of play so that other ated the heart of those teams, merding, who was a second and we believe we will have a strong goals and five assists. Makuch picked teams have to adjust to us instead of us including All-State pitcher/ team all-conference player up six goals, while Roark picked up reacting to them.” shortstop and Big Eight Player recipient, is also back. of the Year Kristen Hoppman Boys tennis as well as All-State third Turn to VAHS Softball/Page 16 Baseball Young team looks to step this season Jeremy Jones said. “We want to finish in the top two overall at conference a year ago at No. Cats look to build on last season Sports editor in conference and move to the team state 2 doubles. As the Wildcats’ most expe- berth.” rienced doubles team, they expect to Anthony Iozzo 3.16 ERA), Mitch Flora A year ago the stars were seem- Senior Phillip Rudnitzky and sopho- move up to 1 doubles this season. Assistant sports editor (.243, 13 stolen bases), Ryan ingly aligned for the Verona Area High more Alex Pletta return as the Wildcats “It is possible they could move up, but Pynnonen (0-2 record, 3.00 School boys tennis team to reach the lone two players with singles experience my doubles lineup is in flux right now The Verona Area High ERA) and Jeffrey Reinholtz WIAA Division 1 state tournament after from a year ago. trying to find the right combinations,” School baseball team was (.333) join Rortvedt along a nine–year hiatus. Rudnitzky (22-7) won the conference Engen said. young in 2013, and it strug- with juniors Connor Volker The Wildcats were, after all, finally title at No. 4 singles as a freshman before Verona’s only other returning player gled with consistency dur- (4 RBIs), David Rogowski moved away from Middleton to the taking second at 3 singles last year. He with doubles experience is senior Jun ing a 6-17 season (5-13 Big (.261, 4 RBIs) and sopho- much less-competitive Lake Geneva went on to win the sectional title at No. 3 Yan, who played 4 singles and 3 dou- Eight), but head coach Brad more Keaton Knueppel (2-3 Badger sectional with Madison East. singles, while Pletta (20-8) finished third bles a couple of times. D’Orazio said the Wildcats record, 2.07 ERA). Despite advancing the team’s top two at conference and runner-up at section- Johnny Yan, Mitch Kealy, Luke look to “build on the lessons D’Orazio said he expects individuals all the way to the round of als at No. 4 singles last season. Schoeberle, Patrick Conley, Jonah Ger- learned from last season.” the pitching to be strong this 16 at the WIAA state tournament, how- “Phillip and Alex have both improved rits, Trent Pederson, Doug Wilson and Verona returns nine let- season. Besides Pynnonen, ever, the Wildcats fell well short on the since last year, knowing they would Alex Breitfelder figure to battle for one terwinners from last sea- Knueppel and Moynihan, doubles side. have to compete for the one spot,” of the remaining five spots. son, including four start- the Wildcats also have The since-graduated duo of Andrew Engen said. The team could also ask freshman ers. Sophomore catcher juniors Tekoa Whitehead Argall (32-2) and Brian Davenport (32- Verona’s No. 1 doubles team of Alex Matthew Happel, son of VAHS girls Ben Rortvedt, who earned and Jake Toman, who he 3) both won Big Eight Conference and Hadjiev and Austin Gerdes finished head coach Mark Happel, to be a key second-team All-Big Eight said pitched well for JV in sectional titles with a combined record third at conference, but graduated fol- contributor right away. Conference last season, 2013. of 64-5 atop the Verona lineup. lowing last season. Davenport and Had- Middleton will once again be very returns as one of the top “We hope to rely on The Wildcats (19-5 overall, 7-2 con- jiev are both playing at Edgewood Col- strong in the conference, as will Madi- players and will be a captain our pitching to keep us in ference) did not advance one doubles lege this season. son West. in 2014. He batted .328 and games,” D’Orazio said. team to sectionals and the goal of play- Verona will also be without junior “All of the other teams in the Big picked up 12 RBIs last sea- “Moynihan, Knueppel, and ing at team state was overtaken by Mad- doubles player Nolan Fink, who played 8 also have improved in the past few son. Pynnonen all threw valuable ison West, 41-34. No. 4 doubles a year ago. He quit tennis years,” Engen said. “Sun Prairie will Seniors Jake Armstrong innings last year, and we “We will be young, but very hungry this spring in favor of lacrosse. have a strong No. 1 doubles team. And (.222, 11 RBIs), John expect them to continue to to move past the loss to Madison West Sophomore Matt Blessing and senior we never overlook any team in the Big Moynihan (.281, 1-2 record, find success.” for team state,” head coach Rick Engen Jackson Hutchcroft finished third 8.” Madison Brain Center Boys golf www.MadisonBrainCenter.com Year of transition with two remaining starters for Wildcats Relief from Symptoms of: Anthony Iozzo experience, while senior John Stevens and despite the talent level that gradu- ADD/ADHD/LD Assistant sports editor also received a letter in 2013. ated, our mantra this year will be to Anxiety, PTSD, Panic Attacks The other two openings are expected play each match and invite like we are For the past few years, the Verona to be filled by junior Joey McCormick defending something.” Area High School boys golf team was and sophomore Nick Meland, who was The Wildcats were 9-0 in conference Neuro-feedback a state contender, but this year will hold the top freshman last season. duals in 2013 and finished second in “Brain Paint” new challenges with graduates Tyler “Tackett and Schmitz should provide the Big Eight meet, falling three strokes Proven, Evidenced Based Reinecke, Caleb Baltes and Matt Feller good leadership, and hopefully some of behind Middleton. “Non-Medication” Methods leaving starting spots open. the younger guys will be ready to step Verona took second at region- Seniors John Tackett and Riley up,” head coach Jon Rebholz said. “We als, a stroke ahead of Middleton and Call Now! 608-234-4241 Schmitz both return with varsity are the defending conference champs UN342964 Turn to VAHS Golf/Page 16

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Anthony Iozzo in the top half of the con- Oregon girls track and field senior fourth in the 1,600. The 4x100 team of sophomore Lucas Assistant sports editor ference and compete for a middle distance standouts Jamie Wood Knipfer, freshman Lucas Mathews, conference crown with our and Valerie Jones both return will high Boys Turner and Buckner finished in 44.76, With 11 seniors and a pitching staff,” Connor said. expectations after outstanding seasons a The Panthers finished fifth overall in while the same team had a time of junior returning, including Seniors Logan Laski and year ago. the Badger South Conference a year ago. 1:32.96 in the 4x200. starters, head coach Kevin Ross Galloway and junior Maddie LeBrun, Wood and Jones are With 10 letterwinners back along with Senior Graham Otis (graduated) and Connor said the Oregon newcomer Lukas Mueller back in the 4x400 where they finished a strong sophomore class, however, the Mathews finished tied for fourth in the baseball team is going to will look to lead a staff that eighth overall last year. While Dani Panthers should be able to crack into the high jump (5-8). Junior Jack Maerz compete this season. includes returning seniors Steinberg graduated following last sea- top third of the conference this season. grabbed fifth in both the shot put (45-8 The key will be pitching, Abe Maurice and Jack son, the trio of LeBrun, Wood and Jones Senior Jawon Turner won the Badger 1/2) and the discus (133-1). he said, but the run produc- Krueger and junior Mitch will look to defend their Badger South South Conference title in the triple jump Sophomore Chris Cutter finished fifth tion will propel the Panthers Weber. title. and will once again help the Panthers out in the 800 and seventh in the 1,600 at to the top half of the con- Senior newcomer Bryan Wood, Jones and LeBrun joined Stein- on the sprints and relays. BJ Bucker add- conference year ago. ference or drop them to the Putnam and juniors Travis berg to finish 10th overall in the state for ed a fifth-place finish in the 100-meter Lease said the goal is simply to move middle of the pack. Fluckiger and Will Paltz are the 4x800 relay . dash. up within the Badger South and to qual- “If we can consistently also listed as pitchers. Individually, Jones placed 14th in the Sophomore Alex Duff took second ify as many individuals as possible for score runs we should finish Turn to OHS Baseball/Page 16 800-meter dash at state, while Wood fin- in the 200 (41.58 seconds), while junior the WIAA Division 1 state meet, “We ished 17th overall in the 400-meter dash. John Hermus finished eighth. can tangle with anyone when firing on all Both won their respective events at Junior Christian Alcala was third in cylinders.” Softball Boys golf Boys tennis Oregon looks to bounce back Jeremy Jones be very competitive, and Sports editor after last year, I think we New coach for up-and- Sights set on Edgewood may even surprise a few teams.” Jeremy Jones team onto the WIAA Division Third-year head coach 1 state team tournament. Michael Derrick inherits Defensively, the team Sports editor needs to build around sol- coming Panthers Madison West advanced another very young Ore- through the sectional a year gon softball team that fin- id pitching led by senior Anthony Iozzo Panthers. Torhorst shot an 85 Ben Conklin enters his 15th season as coach of the Oregon ago, while the Panthers tied ished 1-15 overall (1-11 Cee Cee Herale, who had Assistant sports editor at regionals, helping the Pan- 95 strike outs a year ago thers to a sixth-place finish. boys tennis team, aiming for Milton and Fort Atkinson Badger South) last year. for sixth (out of 15 schools). and posted a 5-10 record Oregon High School boys Torhorst also took third in two goals. After bowing out with That’s something Conklin is a 9-1 loss to Waterford as a starter. A hard throw- golf has a new coach, and Over his time at OHS, Conklin has never won a con- in the first round of the er, Herale also returns a Bill Scheer is inheriting a lot Turn to OHS Golf/Page 16 Turn to OHS Tennis/Page 16 WIAA playoffs last year, powerful bat after missing of experience in 2014. ference title or advanced a this year’s Panthers squad, last year due to injury. The only loss from last however, has a lot of tal- Pitcher Lacy Fluck- season’s starting five is Grant ent and potential, Derrick inger is expected to a lead O’Donnell who transferred to said. a very talented freshman Evansville after making sec- “The pieces are there class that will be expected tionals for Oregon. as they grow with experi- Junior No. 1 Carson ence,” he said. “We will Turn to OHS Softball/Page 16 Torhorst returns to lead the UN342963 Come Join Us For a Summer of Fun! The • Ladies League Starts Monday, June 2 • Mens League Starts Thursday, April 17 (Fun Night) • Couples League Every Other Friday

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Liz Auer and Kate Spier- strong, who won 24 games Continued from page 15 Baseball Coaches Association Offensively, the Pan- Oregon also expects ings will also be counted in the circle. rankings, and it is also one of thers return some quick to see major contribu- on heavily to improve The team returns several the favorites to win the Bad- tions from seniors Randi upon last season. talented seniors, including Seniors Austin Adams sticks with a nice mix of and Pierce Peterson will join ger South Conference. power, Derrick said. Ortman, Mikayla Berge “Every learning experi- first team all-conference Oregon (6-15 overall, 4-8 and Allie Greene, who is ence we can take to earn catcher Chandra McGuire, Krueger, Weber and Mitch- Sophomore MacKenzie ell as returning outfielders. conference) looks to fin- Kressin batted .333 as a injured to start the season. a few extra nuggets will infielders Kayla Updike ish higher in the competitive The Panthers need to push us along,” Derrick and Ellie Grossen and out- The infield returns seniors freshman, earning herself Will Reinicke, Jere Bauer and league. second team all-confer- find a way to replace all- said. fielder Taylor O’Leksy. Connor said that Milton and conference starters Alyssa The Panthers have fin- Fort Atkinson (9-3) fin- Tyler Mortensen to join Laski, ence honors as a utility Galloway and Maurice. Fort Atkinson will once again player. A solid player who Damon (Edgewood Col- ished 14-42 overall and ished second in the confer- be tough to beat, while Mono- lege), Hailey Morey (UW- 7-29 in the Badger South ence last year and looks Senior catcher Colin Byron can play anywhere, Kres- is also back. na Grove can be a sleeper if its sin led the team in most River Falls) and Alexa over the past three years, to be among the favorites pitching comes through.. Nelson (Purdue Universi- but are hoping to move up again this season. Juniors Andrew Pliner offensive categories. (infielder/outfielder), Travis “It is a competitive race Senior Dani Moore, a ty), who missed all of last within the conference this The Blackhawks will every year, and I don’t see any season with an ACL injury season. The task won’t be need to replace util- Fluckiger (infielder/pitcher), two-year varsity starter Chris McGuine (outfielder), reason why it wouldn’t be this and letterwinner in the out- as they have all taken their easy, though. ity player Lauren Pfeifer, year again,” Connor said. talents to college. Monroe went 12-0 catcher Aly Garland and Parker DeBroux (junior), field will take over behind Zach Clementz (catcher), The Vikings shared the the plate as the field gen- Junior Sarah Ander- in conference play and pitcher Kaitlyn Hollman, conference title with Monona son, Jasmine England should once again also though. Mueller and Paltz were named eral. Moore’s leadership as key newcomers by Connor. Grove and Fort Atkinson in 2013. All teams were 8-4. Madison Edgewood and Mil- Conference preview ton were tied for second at Stoughton is ranked No. 7 7-5. Monroe finished 0-12. OHS Tennis: Ready to battle Edgewood, again in the preseason Wisconsin Continued from page 15 The Panthers welcome back seven tweak his lineup. varsity starters, including all of last Schneider’s younger brother, Calvin, hoping to change this season, though. year’s singles lineup in seniors Alec as well as fellow freshman Charles Don- OHS Soccer: Girls go for The Panthers once again finished sec- Onesti (No. 2), Dakota Tallokson (No. ovan will both play on varsity. ond behind Madison Edgewood in the 3) and sophomore Drew Christofferson Oregon returns the Badger Confer- Badger South Conference a year ago, (No. 4). ence No. 3 doubles championships team third straight conference title but managed to advance senior No. 1 Onesti (17-6) placed third overall of seniors Jackson Wilhelm and Brady Continued from page 13 Madelyn Peach, who will singles player Jackson Schneider (16-7) in the conference tournament before Behrend. be the other goalkeeper, and onto the WIAA state tournament. going on to finish second at sectionals In winning the title the duo became Holly Kaboord, who will “Edgewood is once again going to be to Verona senior Brian Davenport, who the Panthers’ first conference cham- defenders Megan Lowe and Lara Frankson. help the defense, also have very good,” Conklin said. “Every step advanced all the way to the round of 16 pions since the No. 2 doubles team of experience as both played for we take toward them they take another at state. Mark Heller and Tom Bandow back in Also, four freshmen new- comers look to be contribu- the Madison 56ers. step above. We certainly have a shot to A pulled calf muscle forced Tollakson 1998. Also new to the team is beat them, but it’s going to be tough.” to retire during his third-set match at No. Behrend, however, may make the tors this season. Abby Bri- etbach is going to be an senior defender Morgan Schneider ended a nearly decade-long 3 double tied at 3-all in the second set at move to singles this season. Junior Dan Wendt. drought by Oregon at state, winning conference a year ago. Griffith is also back with doubles expe- alternate goalkeeper, while Meagan Brakob will help Grutzner said the Panthers his first-round match to advance to the Just because Oregon returns all four rience, which leaves only three varsity look to compete for the con- round of 32 at the state tournament. singles doesn’t mean Conklin won’t spots open. the midfield. Both played for the Wisconsin Rush Premier ference title with Monona squads last year. Grove and Madison Edge- wood this season. OHS Golf: Scheer takes over as head coach Continued from page 15 “We have an experienced but still have Grove High School in 1981, turned pro VAHS Softball a young team,” Scheer said. “I think we in 1986 after attending the University of Continued from page 14 all-conference outfielder a the Badger South Conference meet and have the potential to be very competitive Louisville and Madison College. this year and next.” He was the club professional at Glen- year ago, Kori Keyes makes earned all-conference honors. the move to shortstop this sea- Also back from last season are juniors way Golf Course from 1999-2012. Having finished no worse Scheer’s coaching experience was than third since moving to the son. Fellow second-team hon- Austin Busler and Collin Bundy and New coach oree Bailey Buisker is back at sophomore Brandon Michek. Michek Scheer joins the Panthers this season earned at MATC. He coached there for Big Eight back in 2009, the 13 years and was named Coach of the Wildcats return six of nine first base. shot an 89 at regionals, while Bundy and to take over for Ben Cowan. Senior pitcher Emma Ray Busler each had 94s. Scheer, who graduated from Monona Year seven times. starters from a year ago, losing a pair of first-team all-confer- was perhaps the team’s big- ence players in outfielder Les- gest addition this season. As lie Banzhaf and third baseman her family was all set to move Claudia Kepler as well as hon- to Tennessee following last VAHS Track: Ready to move up the ranks year. Ray, a second-team all- Continued from page 13 “The Big 8 is probably the strongest Noltemeyer and La Croix also give orable mention infielder Tay- lor Maier. conference pitcher, is only one conference in the state. It would be the Wildcats three-quarters of its of the team’s top hitters. for May 20 at Mansfieldt Stadium a great effort if we could be in the 13th-place 4x400 relay back from a “We’re senior-rich, which means you’ve got a lot of The return of Ray in the cir- top half of the conference.” year ago. cle reunites one of the best bat- Girls Verona returns three-fourths of its Individually, La Croix finished knowledge, a lot of saavy out there,” Anderson said. “If teries in the conference with Verona girls track and field is fourth-place 4x200 relay in Jenni La 24th overall in the 800-meter run. catcher Nicole Neitzel, who going to be young this season, but Croix, Kylie Schmaltz and Shannon Nikki Zimbrick qualified for state you start to breakdown and have a few errors these kids also finished last season as a the Wildcats are hoping to improve Kerrigan. The threesome posted a in the high jump, but did not clear second-team all-conference within the conference ranks. time of 1:43.81 to finish behind only the opening height. have been in enough games to know that’s not the end of the nominee. “We have a lot of new girls this state champion La Crosse Logan Senior Lexy Richardson is a Sophomore lead-off hit- year to go along with our strong (1:43.22), Wisconsin Lutheran and returning All-State athlete from story.” Though Verona returns the ter and center fielder Heather nucleus of returning athletes,” Wild- Bay Port at state. 2012, who battled injuries through- Rudnicki, was an honorable cats head coach Mark Happel said. Juniors Hannah Miller and Nicole out most of last season. majority of its lineup, the team looks far from the same with mention all-conference player several girls playing new posi- a year ago, as were seniors tions. Steph Keryluk and Bea Kealy. A second-team Keryluk. Recycle your old refrigerator or freezer VAHS Golf: Tackett and Chances are the older refrigerator or GET Schmitz return freezer in your basement or garage $ Continued from page 14 the Wildcats being a part of is running up your utility bill by an the discussion by the end of 40 seven strokes behind Madison the year. average of $150 a year. Recycle it, FOR YOUR OLD “We need to have a “next FRIDGE OR FREEZER Memorial, and it took fifth in reduce your energy use and keep a very tough Sparta sectional. man up” mentality and some The Wildcats shot a 313 at new guys need to step in and harmful materials out of landfills. We’ll pick it up for sectionals. The two state qual- be ready to play smart, win- free, and you’ll pick up a $40 reward. ifiers Onalaska and Stoughton ning golf,” Rebholz said. shot a 296 and a 299, respec- Some of the other top play- tively. ers in the conference are Kel- For a FREE pickup, call 1.855.398.5226 or visit len Rice at Memorial, Emmet Conference preview Herb at Middleton, Nils Arne- focusonenergy.com/appliance. son and Peter Conowall from Madison Memorial and East and Kolton Kelly at Middleton are both expected Beloit. to remain at the top of the con- The Big Eight Conference ference, while Beloit Memo- meet is at 9 a.m. Thursday, rial and Madison East are May 22, at Evansville Golf

UN343148 expected to compete, as well. Club. GS1729 01/29/2014 Rebholz said he plans on ConnectFitchburg.com Madison West High School April 11, 2014 The Fitchburg Star 17 Boys golf Baseball Regents return five to Young squad looks to upset foes Anthony Iozzo captain Rock Cates. Sun Prairie is led by senior pitcher/out- the golf course Assistant sports editor They, along with several key newcom- fielder Ryan Curran and is a favorite to Anthony Iozzo golfers, respectively. ers look to finish in the middle of the win, according to the preseason Wiscon- Assistant sports editor Senior Jack Cardwell The Madison West High School base- Big Eight. The newcomers are juniors sin Baseball Coaches Association rank- and junior Zac Callies are ball team lost seven starters from last first baseman/pitcher Hank Freyberg, ings. The Madison West High expected to compete for year’s team, but head coach Ben Greiber junior outfielder Spencer Bauer, sopho- Beloit Memorial is picked to finish School boys golf team playing time. said the Regents have the potential to pull more catcher Daelon Savage, sophomore second, led by senior outfielder Armann looks to turn a corner in Junior Lake Larson shot out some upsets if other teams take them pitcher/outfielder Cam Porter and sopho- Cabrera and seven other returners. 2014. a 79 and qualified for sec- for granted. more outfielder Mark Alesia. West finished 13-7 overall, 12-6 Big After a 1-8 dual record tionals last year, but he “The Regents might look young on “The pitching staff anchored by Simon Eight in 2013, and they will need to battle in the Big Eight Confer- is not listed as returner in paper, however they will play with a lot Rosenblum-Larson and Joe Trier will with Janesville Craig and Verona for a ence last season, head 2014. of heart and work hard every day in prac- look to keep games close with their stel- potential top middle spot. coach Kurt VanSomeran “I expect that our golfers tice to get better,” Greiber said. lar pitching,” Greiber said. “Rock Cates West travels to Riverside Park at 5 is preaching knowledge of will understand the game West has four returning letterwinners will anchor the middle infield and also p.m. April 22 to take on Janesville Park- the game and practice. better and improve their back – senior honorable mention all- get some time on the mound.” er, and it hosts Beloit Memorial at 5 p.m. West gets five returning play,” VanSomeran said. conference pitcher Joe Trier, senior out- April 30. The Regents travel to Sun Prai- letterwinners back, includ- “I also expect that they will fielder Aubrey Johnson, junior pitcher/ Conference preview rie at 5 p.m. May 6, and they host Parker ing three starters. Senior become better young men outfielder/infielder and second-team all- Greiber said Sun Prairie, Beloit Memo- at 5 p.m. May 20. Luke Piper, junior Adam as a result of their experi- conference selection Simon Rosenblum- rial and Janesville Parker should all battle West travels to Beloit Telfer Park at 5 Benjamin and junior Will ences on the golf course.” Larson and junior infielder and team for the top of the conference. p.m. May 28 to take on Beloit Memorial. Welch all started at the West finished eight out Middleton regional last of eight teams at regionals year. last year, 27 strokes behind Benjamin was the No. the final sectional qualifier. Cates: Varsity baseball captain learns in Puerto Rico 1 golfer and shot a 93 at The Big Eight Confer- regionals last year, while ence meet is at 9 a.m. Continued from page 13 the way that I looked at it every day Piper and Welch each shot Thursday, May 22, at because I got to go out to the field 90s as the No. 3 and No. 4 Evansville Golf Club. and do something that I love.” no culture shock because there was And having his mother there to always baseball. help him with school didn’t hurt. Baseball was brought to the island “My mom goes down there so she Softball by Cubans and Puerto Ricans who can help me with my school, so I am visited the United States. And now with her on the weekends,” Cates Puerto Rican baseball has become said. “We get to go to the beach Girls look to break out an influence on the MLB. quite often and that never gets old.” That shows with the local love Despite not knowing whether he Anthony Iozzo “She is easily one of of the game, and that is something will be able to go again, Cates said Assistant sports editor the best athletes I have Cates fit right in with. he is hoping he can make it back at coached and believe she “When you go out to the dia- least one more time this next winter. Photo submitted The last few seasons will go on to play at a top mond, it is a universal language,” he “I cannot leave without it, espe- said. “The coach teaches us to play West junior Rock Cates (middle) is in the stands have not been kind to school,” Lepinski said. cially in the cold winter months,” he with teammate pitchers Elmer (left) and LC. the Madison West High Other returners join- hard and live each day, because he said. 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Middleton Location • 6925 University Ave UN342961 18 April 11, 2014 The Fitchburg Star City ConnectFitchburg.com Nine Springs alternative plan advances to May decision Scott Girard who worked heavily on the the alternative plan. Unified Newspaper Group plan, maintained that there “I think this plan is very is a possibility of street effectively vetted and I Nine Springs Golf Course Future Use Preference Survey The city’s Plan Commis- parking or working out think if it is going to be a sion and Common Coun- agreements with apartment park I don’t think we could 1. What is your preference for the future use of the Nine Springs Golf cil each approved the Nine buildings in the area for use have asked for a better lay- Course property? Springs park alternative of their lots. out of the uses that would plan in March, meaning the Thompson also brought be in this park,” Poole said. □ Keep as 9-hole golf course with the following amenities/activities: debate between keeping the up concerns about safety “It may never be a park, it $20,000/year net operating cost with an average of $55,000/year Capital costs that have been expressed by may be a park next year, we area a golf course or transi- over 20 years tioning it to a park has offi- some throughout the public don’t know. But at least we cially begun. meetings process, and said know what the community . Clubhouse . Irrigated fairways and greens The plan was developed planners designed the park is interested in if we decide over the past nine months in a way to keep activities to make it a park.” . Putting green . Winter activities to include snow shoeing, x-country skiing, sledding after the Common Council that could lend themselves The Council then . Practice range asked city planners to work to bad behavior in a more approved the plan at its and ice skating out a plan in case it decided visible area of the park. March 25 meeting. to change the use of Nine “All the intensive uses… The approvals did not sig- □ Convert to an area park with the following amenities/activities: Springs golf course, which that could potentially pro- nify a preference between $43,000/year net operating cost, including (2) FT summer seasonal recreation recently began costing vide these gathering areas… the alternative and the golf staff, with an average of $67,000/year Capital costs over 20 years the city money instead of we’ve tried to get them in the course, instead only mean- bringing money in. northern area of the property ing that there is an official . Disc golf . Conservation/natural areas The approvals did not where there’s a lot of visibil- alternative should the coun- come without concerns, ity,” Thompson said. “We’ve cil decide against continuing . Soccer/basketball/volleyball . (2) FT summer seasonal recreation however, with some Plan maintained the southern part operation of the golf course. . Golf-related activities staff Commission members want- of the park as more of this A health impact assess- . Winter activities to include ing to ensure there would be passive use.” ment group that worked . Multi-use trail system snow shoeing, x-country skiing, enough access and parking Some commission mem- with Dane County to assess . Adult fitness area sledding, and ice skating for full use of the park. bers expressed other con- the community’s interests Ald. Carol Poole (Dist. cerns about how it might in the decision will present . Play equipment 1) called it “one of her big- affect the area long-term, at the April 23 Committee gest concerns” at the March but after a discussion clari- of the Whole meeting. 2. Do you live or work in Fitchburg? Return surveys to the City 18 meeting, with little to no fying the commission’s The park commission of Fitchburg at City Hall, parking toward the south- only decision was on if might then make a recom- I live in Fitchburg 5520 Lacy Road, or go to: ern end of the property and the plan in front of them mendation between the golf □ a small parking lot near was good enough in case course and park at its May I work in Fitchburg www.surveymonkey. the current golf clubhouse the council decides to go 1 meeting before the Com- □ com/s/NSGC-FutureUse nearer the northern end. a direction other than the mon Council ultimately I don’t live or work in Fitchburg through April 30. City planners, including golf course, the commission decides between the two □ planner Wade Thompson passed a motion supporting May 13. New city website frees up IT resources Council approves Scott Girard Unified Newspaper Group

Fitchburg debuted its new website in Solie for PFC Solie said she would seek late March and will add a mobile appli- Former alder touts to cut out PFC meetings unre- cation in the near future. lated to hiring, firing and dis- The new site had been under construc- independence, cipline because those other tion since September, when city staff meetings distract from the first met with representatives from Civic- desire for diversity committee’s mission. Plus, the company that helped build and Mark Ignatowski Part of that goal would be to hosts the site. Unified Newspaper Group hire a new fire chief and have The project cost just under $70,000 public safety departments that and will have an annual maintenance A familiar face will be back reflect the diverse make-up of cost of $10,000 to CivicPlus. City infor- on Fitchburg’s Police and Fire Fitchburg. mation technology Kevin Wunder said Commission following coun- “As I look at the Police and city staff had previously been in charge cil approval late last month. Fire Commission, we should of maintaining the sites and trouble- A screenshot shows the homepage of the new city website. Former alder and PFC be reaching out in terms of try- shooting, so there was not an exact cost member Denise Solie’s ing to find firefighters, police of it, though it took a lot of staff effort appointment officers that more accurately and time from the five-person IT depart- economic development, the library, lei- The new website also allows for emer- was approved reflect what our community ment. sure services and public safety, and has gency notices to be sent via text message. 6-2, with looks like,” Solie said. “It frees us up to do other things,” a more professional-looking design than “We’re closing this road due to a some alders Still, Solie’s appointment Wunder said. “It’s a much better way the old site, which had been designed by crash,’” Wunder cited as an example. concerned didn’t sit well with alders to get this out to the cloud where it’s not interns years ago. “They can decide ‘I want to drive home about the Dorothy Krause and Steve directly sitting on our network.” In the coming month, Wunder said, a different way today.’ It’s that ability to diversity on Arnold, who voted against the Wunder said the original plan called the city plans to add a mobile application improve communication with the resi- the PFC and approval. for a December launch date, but some that will allow for better two-way com- dents.” quickness of In a news release, Arnold realizations throughout the process munication between residents and city Wunder said CivicPlus offered many Solie the appoint- criticized the mayor and coun- delayed that plan. staff when issues arise, such as potholes. of the features the city knew it wanted on ment. cil majority for not casting a Those realizations included combining Rather than a phone call, leading to an its site going in, and when it was the only Solie, a Fitchburg resident wide enough net when search- the senior center and recreation depart- email, leading to a work report and even- company to submit a proposal, the deci- since 1983, touted her expe- ing for PFC replacements. ment calendars into one “leisure servic- tually returning all of those to the origi- sion was easy. rience on the PFC, council, Arnold said the five PFC es” page and the fire and police depart- nal reporting citizen, a resident would be “We’re very proud of the new site,” he county board and in the private members aren’t reflective of ments into a “public safety” hub. able to snap a photo of the pothole, write said. “It’s higher quality, and that’s really sector. She stressed her com- the city’s demographics – all The site includes mini-sites focused on where it is and upload it to the website’s what the residents of the city expect and “Report a concern” module. what they deserve.” mitment to diversity and her five are white homeowners ability to oversee a large staff with an average age of 54. The and budget. city, meanwhile, has a median The council was asked to age of 33 and about 30 per- Hammersley Quarry development back for more review approve the new PFC mem- cent of residents are non-white ber following the resignation minorities, Arnold wrote in his Mark Ignatowski and commission at a January of Cora Higginbotham ear- news release. Unified Newspaper Group On the Web meeting. The developer is If you go looking to install infiltration lier this month. Higginbotham “I wish Ms. Solie and the Look for up-to-date coverage of the areas on the northwest corner resigned after charges of a lack rest of the PFC good luck in The next step toward devel- What: Planning of impartiality were filed by overcoming the real and per- oping the Hammersley Quar- planning commission review of the of each block and in street ter- Commission monthly Hammersley development. mayor Shawn Pfaff. The coun- ceived challenges we face ry into a residential neighbor- meeting race areas. Larger stormwater ponds will treat water in the cil was set to hold a hearing together and pledge my sup- hood is coming this month. When: 7 p.m. Tuesday, ConnectFitchburg.com on those charges March 13, port, but regret this missed The city’s Planning Com- April 15 park and open space areas. Permeable asphalt is pro- but Pfaff dropped the charges opportunity to better represent mission is slated to review March 13 after Higginbotham our residents and their values,” rezoning applications for Where: Fitchburg City posed for the bike path. Hall connections to pedestrian and A detailed water manage- resigned. Arnold wrote. the property along Lacy and Solie works as an admin- Arnold had asked to table Fitchrona roads, as well as a Info: city.fitchburg.wi.us bike trails. ment plan is included in city Part of the first phase being documents for the commis- istrator at the Wisconsin or delay the approval and detailed stormwater plan for Department of Transportation draw from a wider pool of the area at its April 15 meet- reviewed next week calls for sion to review, as well. condos and rowhouses and 22 30 duplex lots and 17 single If approvals move forward where she oversees nearly applicants for the PFC seat. ing at City Hall. 300 people, she told the coun- That request was dismissed Developers have proposed acres of park and open space family lots. as planned, construction for areas. There will be wooded The April 15 meeting will public infrastructure could cil last month. Her main goal, by the council and Solie was 184 single-family lots of she said, would be to have the approved as a PFC member varying sizes, 156 multi-fam- and open space buffers on look at stormwater manage- begin in July or August, the east and south sides of ment plans – one of the major according to documents filed commission focus on hiring, March 25. ily units including apartments firing and discipline. of senior living facilities, the 72-acre development and concerns from the public earlier this month. ConnectFitchburg.com City April 11, 2014 The Fitchburg Star 19 Library Board develops long-term growth plan Spring is a good Since greeting its first patrons attendance has been growing positive, along with Overdrive • Providing services, pro- on June 29, 2011, the Fitchburg steadily at the library, with more and Linkcat online services. grams and emerging technologies time to plant trees Public Library has been growing than 375,000 items checked out While some citizens were responsive to identified needs and The city is planting nearly 100 along with the city. in 2012. Of the almost 25,000 concerned about the cost of the fulfill the library’s mission and park and street trees throughout Recently, the library board residents in Fitchburg, more than library and the ongoing opera- vision Fitchburg this spring. approved a strategic plan that will 16,000 have a library card, and tional expenses, most of the peo- • Fostering mutually beneficial Most of the trees will be run until 2016. The process began more than 9,000 kids and par- ple were pleased to have it in the relationships and connections with replacing dead, declining or in November 2012, with Dr. Pau- ents attended a youth program in community. key organizations and partners already removed trees. li Nikolay as the facilitator. 2012. to meet common goals and share Trees will consist of species According to a press release Library officials have gath- What’s next resources such as common hackberry, from the library board of trust- ered information for both library Library Board members iden- • Developing strategies that hybrid elm, hawthorn, honeylo- ees, the “(board) recognized the users and non-users through a tified five “critical issues” from communicate the benefits of using cust, Kentucky coffeetree, Cel- need for a Strategic Plan to guide recent survey - in both English the data, and “action teams” were the library to user and non-user ebration maple, and ‘Schuettei the library’s growth, to define its and Spanish – that was distrib- formed among library staff and residents. oak’ (Quercus X schuettei). direction, and to help in decision uted online and in paper format. community members to develop, Teams will present plans to Homeowners are encouraged making.” The release noted that According to the library board, implement, and evaluate actions the library board and staff in the to plant trees on their property it is the mission of the library to respondents were positive about based on those issues: coming months. If you have ques- as well, especially in light of the “inspire and connect people of all the library facility, staff, pro- • Generating a financial plan to tions, contact library director ever-threatening emerald ash ages through a variety of enrich- grams, services, technology, meet the varied needs of a grow- Wendy Rawson at wendy.raw- borer that is soon expected to kill ing, innovative, and engaging study rooms and event/meeting ing library [email protected] or strategic untreated ash trees in our com- experiences offered in welcoming spaces. • Defining and establishing the plan co-leaders Karen Julesberg at munity. spaces to enhance and strengthen The growing collection of systems and infrastructure essen- [email protected] or Pauli Niko- For tree planting instructions our diverse community.” books, CDs, DVDs and others tial for an effective and dynamic lay at [email protected]. and a suggested tree list, visit Collections and program materials available was also a organization http://bit.ly/Plant-a-Tree. Electronics recycling, shred day May 3 Fitchburg’s Spring Elec- shred event. Monitors tronics Recycling and Shred The Electronics Recycling • $25 Charge: TVs less Day Event will be held Sat- Event will be held from 8:30 than 27”, Refrigerators, urday, May 3. a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Sur- Dehumidifiers, Air Condi- The Shred Day Event will plus-IT’s warehouse (901 tioners be held from 7:30 a.m. to Watson Ave.). • $35 Charge: TVs 27” 10:30 a.m. behind Oak Bank Look for directional sig- or larger (console TVs may (5951 McKee Road) at the nage from the intersection cost more for disposal) corner of Executive & Mar- of Fish Hatchery Road and Please contact Lee Shine- ketplace Drives. Look for Greenway Cross heading to field (Surplus-IT) at 209- Pellitteri’s Shred Truck in the east. 8000, [email protected] the parking lot. or Felipe Avila, engineering/ This event provides shred- Items accepted GIS Specialist at 270-4277 ding to destroy confidential • Free: Computers, LCD or felipe.avila@fitchburgwi. paper documents. Up to five (Flat panel liquid crystal gov, with any questions banker’s boxes of confiden- display) Monitors, Printers, about the electronics recy- tial paper documents can be Stereo Equipment, Media cling. shredded and recycled free (cds, dvds, floppy disks, Information about other of cost. magnetic tape, etc.), lead options for recycling may be Please contact Jeff Potter acid and other recyclable found in Fitchburg’s 2012- at 257-6232 ext 323, jef- batteries, Styrofoam Pack- 2014 Recycling Guide on [email protected] or Felipe ing Peanuts Fitchburg’s web page at: Avila, engineering/GIS Spe- • $5 Charge: Microwaves, city.fitchburg.wi.us/solid- cialist at 270-4277 or felipe. other Kitchen Electronics waste Hard copies are avail- [email protected], • $15 Charge: All CRT able in the lobby of Fitch- with any questions about the (Cathode Ray Tube) burg City Hall. Changes in the Urban Service Area, burn permits In early 2012, the urban available for use. • If you call for a burning Waterway cleanups Prevent oak wilt this summer service area boundaries permit just before dark, you were updated. Due to this Who can burn/who will not be issued one. set for April 19, 27 wounding oaks in any change, some residents that Don’t prune oaks way. Accidently damag- were previously able to needs a burn permit? • If you are a resident that Where can I burn? Fitchburg’s spring water- April through July ing a tree’s roots or trunk obtain burn permits are no • All open burning must way cleanups for 2014 are with a lawn mower or longer able to do so. lives in the City of Fitch- burg that wishes to burn be a minimum of 50 feet planned for Saturday, April To protect oak trees by attaching a birdfeeder The regulations for the from any structure. 19 from 9 a.m. until noon and could create an oppor- burn permits have not the ordinary combustibles from oak wilt, a fatal fun- you need a burn permit to • Any recreational fires Sunday, April 27 from 1-3 gal disease, the DNR and tunity for the fungus to changed. must be a minimum of 25 p.m., rain or shine. invade the tree. The residents in the fol- do so. You must live out- Fitchburg Forestry Divi- side the urban service area feet from any structure. All The April 19 cleanup will sion advise people to not While tree paint or lowing areas are no longer conditions that could cause start at Apache Pond (4491 wound dressings are gen- able to obtain burn permits: to receive a permit for open prune their oak trees from burning. a fire to spread to within 25 Crescent Road). The April 27 April through July. Prun- erally not advised for East of South Syene Road feet of a structure must be cleanup will start at the storm- pruning cuts or wounds to Hwy. 14, and from Tar- • If you live inside the ing in spring and early urban service area, open eliminated prior to ignition water pond near the McKee summer makes oak trees on most trees (because pleywick Hills neighbor- of the fire. Farms Park Splash Pad (2930 they slow down wound hood north to the City lim- burning is prohibited. How- vulnerable to the disease. ever recreational and cook- Chapel Valley Road). “Pruning deciduous closure and promote its. These areas are outlined How long are burn Volunteers are encouraged decay), oaks are the on the map above. ing fires are permitted. You trees in general should be still must call for a burn to wear boots and bring work avoided in the spring, as exception in the growing permits good for? gloves. season. permit. • Only issued on the day this is the time when tree Burn permit that you call and are good Restroom facilities are buds and leaves are grow- If an oak is wounded often not convenient to the in April through July, regulations What can be burned? for one day only. ing and food reserves are Any open, recreational, • Tree limbs, brush, and planned cleanup locations. low,” according to Don an immediate and light Further details on the application of tree paint is or cooking fires shall be wood may be burned. How can I get a burn Kissinger, a DNR urban constantly attended to by a • Burning of all other waterway cleanups will be forester. recommended to keep out permit? posted at fitchburgwi.gov/ the beetles that transmit competent person until such materials is prohibited this While the risk of fire is extinguished. 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Caring for our Green World since 1978 UN342166 20 April 11, 2014 The Fitchburg Star ConnectFitchburg.com Caine: Longtime mentor invites youth to farm to see how to care for and show cattle Continued from page 1 growth and economic Caines development. With Pat’s parents own- ing a local tack shop, have rich Caine’s, that sells goods for horses, the 1985 graduate of Oregon High School grew history in up showing horses. His par- ents still have photos of him showing in grade school up Fitchburg on their wall at the shop. As the middle child of Tom and Jeanne three kids, Pat would even- Caine know what tually become the main Fitchburg was like caretaker of the herd, which before it was “The City includes about 40 main of Fitchburg.” milking cows, allowing him Jeanne and Tom Caine of Fitchburg to become the skilled in everything about cattle. Online exclusive Learning, growing and Please visit our webiste, there. One was the dairy caring for farm animals are ConnectFitchburg.com, farm their son Pat Caine values Pat aims to pass on to to read about the Caine’s bought from them in 2003. younger generations. Photos by Becki Clark memories of Fitchburg and The other is Caine’s Sad- His farming experience, Team Caine from left are Bailey Clark, Emma Xander, Pat Caine, Cole Xander, Caitlin Beyler at the Dane how they, for years, ran dle Shop on Byrne Road, education, including a 1988 County Fair in 2013. two successful bussinesses which they still operate. farming and industry asso- ciate degree at University At right, Caine coaches Clark in showing cattle with “Tessa.” Caine coaches a group of interested youth To see more photos of the shop and the Caines, of Wisconsin-Madison, and each season from about April to August at his farm on Byrne road. passion for the animals has go to ConnectFitchburg.com. led him to allow youth, from ages 8 or 9 to high school, to show his herd, which has recalls their family first a total of 112 Brown Swiss What’s fair started to show animals in cattle. the Stoughton Junior Fair It’s something he learned time like? around 1947, and said she to enjoy through watching Participating in a fair is isn’t surprised her son has his parents Tom, 81, and similar to a weekend-long continued to work with Jeanne, 80, as 4H leaders sporting competition that youth as long as he has. when he was a kid. youth prepare for starting “He does it because the But Pat said his teachings in April. Showing is done kids want to show,” she go beyond showing cattle. in front of judges and the said. He wants students to know student will present their how to care for their animal cattle, which will be judged Strong bonds thoroughly – from ensur- on different criteria from In addition to the edu- ing a proper diet to how to how it looks to how it acts. cational value, Pat insists groom it – and he watches as The kids will spend all having fun and being safe they build a bond that goes day at the fairgrounds on are his priorities for the stu- beyond simply using the fair days. That can entail dents. For the most part, he cattle to win fair competi- getting up before 5 a.m. said, they are dedicated, and tions. His goal is for them to wash and groom their he’s never had a safety or to also learn sound animal cattle to cleaning out behavioral issue. care, cultivation and breed- their pens and, of course, “Throughout the years, ing from the start of a calf’s showing in competition. I’ve worked with some of life. The day can last past 11 the best kids and some of the uncommon for local kids Caitlin, who’s been showing Expo and Dane County and p.m. or longer. best parents that you could ever ask for,” he said. Always available who are growing up in the with Caine for nearly three state fairs. Caine is their coach, and Pat’s dedication to teach- suburbs to find a farm that years, will reach out weekly Caine’s teaching is he’s there when they need Although Caine doesn’t ing kids about cattle is lets them use their animals to come out to the farm. “hands-on,” said Becki, him. have kids of his own, Becki for showing, said Becki, “They just call him up, meaning he’ll walk with the Clark said he loves his cattle part of what makes him an –Victoria Vlisides “amazing teacher,” said Pat’s flexibility in work- and he says, “Yeah, come on student to illustrate how to as he would his children. Becki Clark, parent of Baily ing with the kids’ schedule over to the farm,” Pam said. show the animal as well as The kids pick up on the Clark, who’s shown with and always being willing Beyler and Clark agreed care for it. And he invites there as soon as he’s done strong bonds he has with his Caine for nearly three years. to answer their questions Caine’s students adore him. them to come learn on their milking his cows to 11 p.m. herd. “He’s constantly telling makes him an invaluable Oregon FFA adviser Jillian own time. For example, the at night,” said Becki Clark. “You develop a relation- them what’s going on with mentor. Beaty, who spoke with the Clark family went out to the ship,” Caine said. “My own the calf,” she said. “All the Parent Pam Beyler said Star last week, added that 300-acre farm on a Saturday cows have got individual Long-time showers personalities. I treat them as ins and outs about ‘This is Caine is always willing to a group he mentored last in March to see one of the Even though Caine has individuals, not as a group.” how it’s born, and this is work around her daughter’s year even made T-shirts in new calves being born. been working with kids for Letting the kids name the how it eats.’ The kids are schedule. Jordan, an OHS his honor that read “Team Typically, Caine works years, the process to get cattle – yes, they all have extremely comfortable with sophomore is showing cat- Caine.” with about eight to 10 kids started is pretty informal. names and Pat knows each him and have a great time.” tle with Caine for the first They also agreed that weekly and helps out during There’s no application one by heart – helps nurture Though it’s not time, and her younger sister Caine is the last person who competition time, too. Caine process. The kids start that bond so they “make would want to receive any provides the transportation working with him by simply friends,” with the animal recognition for the time he for animals to the fair while asking. they work with, Caine said. spends teaching the kids. the families pay for items “Whoever wants to show Caitlin Beyler will again “He says he’ll do it as like hay bales for the cattle. … they can,” Caine said. show the same animal she long as kids want to show,” Even though he works full Most hear about his did a year ago, a winter Becki said. time on a dairy farm with mentoring through word yearling heifer she named one farm hand and helps out of mouth or because their Fabricators “Munch.” A coach and teacher his parents, Caine still finds parents know him through Beaty describes him as Assemblers The students show their the time to make each com- growing up in the Oregon- an “open and caring” per cattle at the Stoughton petition. Fitchburg area. Kids have - Material Handlers Junior Fair, World Dairy “During fair time, Pat is to have a certain amount of son who has been involved Maintenance Mechanics education “points” or credits with Oregon FFA for a long built up in their respective time and who has enriched the area with his efforts and Sub-Zero and Wolf Appliance, Inc., the premier Resident Caregivers/CNAs organizations to ensure they are familiar with the animal who also has won the FFA’s provider of quality appliances is seeking Now hiring for a variety of shifts at our beautiful senior and its needs before they can annual Outstanding Family Assemblers, Fabricators, Material Handlers begin. Farm Award in 2013. When asked how much “He’s just such an asset to and Maintenance Mechanics to join our 2nd living residence on Madison’s west side. Shift & week- the community,” she said. and 3rd shift teams at our Fitchburg facility. We time he spends working end differentials, paid training & an array of with the kids, he said it was “(He’s someone who) we all offer a clean, climate controlled environment. hard for him to estimate love.” benefits available. Jeanne said Pat’s work Sub-Zero/Wolf offers competitive compensation that because “it’s not about to download time.” with the kids “is a lot of fun” plus incentive pay and shift differential. “You know, the way I but it doesn’t just benefit the Benefits offered include: medical, dental, and an application: look at it, it’s great for the community. “It’s been a great thing for vision insurance, free life insurance, pension, allsaintsneighborhood.org kids to do this,” he told the Star. “It’s a good way to both him and the kids,” she 401k, holidays, vacation and personal days. introduce some of the farm said. “For all of us really, I to request an should say.” Qualification testing may be required. EOE. application: practices … for kids that Apply online at don’t have the opportunity to work with cattle.” www.subzero-wolf.com 8210 Highview Drive - Madison 608.243.8800 UN344470 Caine’s mother, Jeanne, UN342897 ConnectFitchburg.com April 11, 2014 The Fitchburg Star 21

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*Rate of Pay: $.4100 per mile single $16.40 per hour Photo by Scott Girard * Health Insurance with Family Coverage, Dental, New apartments are being built near East Cheryl Parkway. Life Insurance, Vision, Disability Insurance *401K Pension Program Construction: Lots of new apartment buildings *Paid Holidays & Vacation Continued from page 1 Zimmerman said the city to the area, which already has “Road construction is has less than a one-year sup- many lower-priced housing going to be huge,” Zimmer- Drivers must be over 24 years old, have a minimum The Prairie Park neighbor- ply of single-family lots, and options. man said. of 2 years flatbed tractor-trailer experience and hood is also expected to see that in an ideal situation, there The city is also considering First comes Verona Road at two new apartment buildings, would be open spaces in each amending its tax increment the Beltline, where construc- meet all DOT requirements. Email resumé to with 64 units between them. of the three school districts financing district in the area tion began in early March. [email protected] or call CPC Logistics at The buildings’ design ele- residents of the city attend to to spur some other expansion The major thoroughfare to 800- 914- 3755. ments will need to go through offer more choices. and construction, Zimmer- Madison is down to two lanes UN343555 a reapproval process. Oak Bank, which is housed man said. He expects that in each direction for a stretch, in the Fitchburg Center busi- to happen by Oct. 1, so that and can be especially rough at Technology Campus ness complex, will construct businesses can get started on peak hours. A few projects have yet a new headquarters at 5330 projects before winter hits. And just a bit further down Help Wanted to begin on open land in the Research Park Drive this On the west side, off Verona Road, McKee Road/ Fitchburg Technology Cam- summer. Fitchrona and Nesbitt roads, a Hwy. PD will see its own ren- Full and/or part-time help needed at Golf pus off Lacy Road, but Zim- new lot has been approved for ovations this spring and sum- Course Pro Shop. Must be a mature merman said he expects some Fish Hatchery and 82 apartment units in Orchard mer after the city came to an and responsible person who is friendly, approvals to come through Fitchrona Pointe, although no permit agreement with Dane County this spring and see construc- has been issued. on how to pay for renova- organized and able to work with people ages In an already busy part of The Hammersley property tions. tion beginning this summer. the city, The Vue will add The Madison Group is pur- north of Lacy Road and east The city will also turn two 5-95 and enjoy doing so. Must be able to 286 apartment units near the of Fitchrona Road is also on roads currently used as access chasing a lot just south of the intersection of Post and Index cook, clean and run a tight ship. Knowledge Tri-North building and is in its way through the approval roads for a pair of businesses roads on the north side. process for a new plat that into public roads. of golf a plus, but not a necessity. the approval process to build The company recently its new headquarters there. would consist of 156 multi- The roads, which give completed the first building family units and 172 single- access for the Thermo Fish- Please call 608-271-5877 In another part of the cam- and is currently finishing the pus, a developer will add a family lots if approved. er Scientific campus, will second. Zimmerman said he become Spoke and Sprocket 39-unit apartment building expects the others to follow this summer. Road work drives, though the changes to The soon after throughout the the roads will be minimally Seventeen single-family spring and summer. Drivers can expect delays homes will also be added on two major roads in or near intrusive for most commuters, Zimmerman said the “lux- Zimmerman said. in the “Phase II” area of the ury” apartments should bring Fitchburg this year as part of campus. a new economic demographic a larger project.

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Grandview quarry opposition organizing 2201 Traceway Dr., Fitchburg UN343870 Scott Girard was on vacation, though Barry was more skeptical Grandview area. Unified Newspaper Group at the January meeting he of the company. “If we can’t stop it, what called Yahara Materials a “They are just a ruthless, do we want for the condition- Opposition to a proposed community-focused com- horrible company,” he said, al use permits?” Barry said, quarry on Grandview Road pany that would work with referencing other projects referencing the rules the city that led to a heated public interested citizens. around the county they have can create for how a private informational meeting in “We are a local company been involved in that he has company can use land. January has spent the months and we have to work with the researched. Barry hopes the council Structural Engineer since organizing its efforts to local communities,” Geoghe- Barry said the opposition will agree with his group that Wick Buildings is a strong leader in the Post Frame industry with fight the plan. gan said. “The process is group is “ahead of the game” “there’s really no reason… 60 years of experience and we are EMPLOYEE OWNED! The quarry, which would there so those concerns in planning its fight, and to approve it,” and expects Are you ready to take your career to the next level? be on about 50 acres of what you have can be addressed. has spoken with Alds. Steve meetings on the issue, when- We have a current opening for a self-motivated Structural Engineer is currently the Wolf proper- There’s nothing here with a Arnold and Becky Baum- ever a proposal is formally to join our team. As a valued resource to our designers, builders, ty at 6194 Grandview Road, hidden agenda.” bach, who represent the made, to be testy. construction crews, and sales force, you will perform calculations, would remain in Fitchburg and develop contract drawings and specifications for wood frame for 20 to 25 years and con- buildings and building additions. sist of three phases, Yahara MANUFACTURING CONTROLS ENGINEER Success requires utilizing strong AutoCAD skills and knowledge Materials superintendent Specific Responsibilities of IBC requirements. Tim Geoghegan said at the The ManufacturingManufacturing Controls Engineer is a keykey member of the Manufacturing Engineering team. In this role, you will Jan. 22 informational meet- actact as thethe technicaltechnical lead in any PLCPLC andand HMIHMI programmingprogramming support of manufacturing processesprocesses andand equipment.equipment. In In This position offers the opportunity to work closely with a cohesive ing. addition,addition, you will partner with the Information TechnologyTechnology departmentdepartment to to provide provide MES MES (Manufacturing (Manufacturing Execution Execution team of Architects, Designers, and Contractors from the project sale all Most of the people in Systems) productionproduction support to ensure the efficient assembly assembly of of high-end high-end refrigeration refrigeration and and cooking cooking appliances. appliances. You the way through the construction phase. Skills in problem solving and attendance at that meeting Youwill alsowill alsoprovide provide direction direction to Manufacturing to Manufacturing Controls Controls Technicians Technicians to support to support the above. the above. critical thinking are key. remained skeptical of the •• Specify Specify hardware hardware requirements andand assist assist in in the the software suppliers• Investigate and customers equipment failures and difficulties to diag- (Value• Define Stream functional Maps)Actively requirements participate through on a technical client interviews, proj- You must have interpersonal relationship skills and excellent company after hearing from developmentsoftware development of systems dedicated of systems to dedicatedcapturing process to infor- • Supportnose faulty installation, operation, operation, and to makemaintenance, recommendations and repair to to ect team,documentation ensuring that analysis effective and relationships Work Flow are Process built and Mapping written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to its representatives, and some mationcapturing related process to OEE, information FPY, Scrap, related Rework, to OEE,productivity, FPY, Scrap, ensureengineers, that machines suppliers and and equipment customers are functioning accord- maintained(Value Stream Maps)Actively participate on a technical downtimeRework, analysis, productivity, and predictivedowntime maintenance. analysis, and predictive ing• Supportto specifications installation, operation, maintenance, and repair • Proactivelyproject team, engage ensuring with customers that effective in order relationships to define the are clearly communicate with various agencies, customers, co-workers in the neighborhood have •maintenance. Assist in the development of Asset Management Systems • Recognizeto ensure thatpotential machines problems and with equipment existing areequipment functioning and overallbuilt technical and maintained approach for MES solutions and builders. used the time since to orga- •and Assist Computerized in the development Maintenance of Asset Management Management systems Systems developaccording solutions to specifications with the ability to adapt to various engi- • Maintain• Proactively technical engage skills with and customersknowledge incontinuously order to define the •and Develop Computerized predictive Maintenancemaintenance modelsManagement from historical systems neering• Recognize designs, potential applications, problems and processwith existing criteria equipment updatingoverall them technical approach for MES solutions It is required that you hold a Structural Engineering Seal in several nize their opposition. •and Develop real time predictive process maintenanceinformation for models CMMS from historical • Assistand develop in safety solutions improvements with the throughout ability to the adapt plant to Define various • Proactively• Maintain reporttechnical on project skills andprogress knowledge against continuously schedule Tim Barry, who lives with •and Develop real time and modifyprocess PLC information and HMI softwarefor CMMS to support MESengineering solution architectures designs, applications, and develops and detailed process design criteria • Participateupdating in them strategic and tactical planning sessions Midwest States or have the ability to obtain these seals. We are ready •Operational Develop and changes modify and PLC improvements and HMI software on the toplant support floor specifications• Assist in safety improvements throughout the plant • Other• Proactively duties as report assigned on project progress against schedule to invest in your future with our team! his wife within 1,000 feet • OperationalInvestigate equipmentchanges and failures improvements and difficulties on the to diagnoseplant • DefineDefine functional MES solution requirements architectures through and client develops intervie detailedws, • Participate in strategic and tactical planning sessions of the proposed quarry, has faultyfloor operation, and to make recommendations to engineers, documentationdesign specifications analysis and Work Flow Process Mapping • Other duties as assigned been helping to lead that Requirements: opposition, which has so Experience & Knowledge Requirements • Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering • Bachelor’s Eng./Comp Science and minimum 5 years • Experience with OPC Servers and Clients Exceptional • Sub-Zero is the enduring symbol of the possibilities • Bachelors Eng./Comp Science and minimum 5 years • Proficient in Allen-Bradley Logix5000 Software • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products • Motivation to Obtain Seal in Several States - We want to far included four neighbor- industry experience in software development, program- command in programming of PLC including Allen Bradley of what a kitchen can be, Wolf the symbol of all that industry experience in software development, programming, • Experience with OPC Servers and Clients Exceptional • Experience with Wonderware a plus hood meetings and putting ming, or engineering in a manufacturing environment and Siemens, Human Machine Interfacing including the kitchen can do. Founded in 1945 and now in its invest in your future with Wick Buildings and will help or engineering in a manufacturing environment with a PLC command in programming of PLC including Allen Bradley • Sub-Zero is the enduring symbol of the possibilities of with a PLC background RSViewStudio Knowledge of Industrial Networks third generation of family ownership and management, up signs on Grandview Road background and Siemens, Human Machine Interfacing including what a kitchen can be, Wolf the symbol of all that the kitchen you obtain the required seals • Strong exposure to MES technologies, including including Ethernet, ControlNet and DeviceNet SQL Sub-Zero forever changed kitchen design with the • Strong exposure to MES technologies, including automat- RSViewStudio Knowledge of Industrial Networks including can do. Founded in 1945 and now in its third generation of explaining their problems automated data collection, visualization, quality and Database Experience exceptional quality, beauty and innovative technology of • Communication and Interpersonal Skills ed data collection, visualization, quality and efficiency in Ethernet, ControlNet and DeviceNet SQL Database family ownership and management, Sub-Zero forever efficiency in manufacturing, SCADA, automated decision • High level of accountability in decision making and its equipment. Two companies became industry leaders with the proposal. manufacturing, SCADA, automated decision control, work- Experience changed kitchen design with the exceptional quality, beauty • Post-Frame Construction Knowledge Helpful control, workflow, database applications, scheduling, and attention to detail by sharing a single ideal: the steadfast unwillingness flow, database applications, scheduling, and interface to ERP • High level of accountability in decision making and atten- and innovative technology of its equipment. Two companies The company, however, interface to ERP systems • Excellent communication, time management and to compromise. • AutoCAD Proficiency systems tion to detail became industry leaders by sharing a single ideal: the stead- • Must have thorough understanding of the interrelation- problem solving skills has yet to make a formal • Must have thorough understanding of the interrelation- • Excellent communication, time management and problem fast unwillingness to compromise. ships between electrical and mechanical systems • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products We offer a competitive wage, profit sharing, ESOP (employee stock ships between electrical and mechanical systems solving skills proposal to the city with its • Proficient in Allen-Bradley Logix5000 Software • Experience with Wonderware a plus ownership plan), open book management and a generous benefits plans. City planner Tom What do you want your career to be? Sub-Zero Wolf is the definitive industry industry specialist specialist in in preservation preservation and and cooking cooking package including: Medical/Dental/Vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D Hovel said in an email the products. Strive for thethe samesame exacting standardsstandards forfor your your career. career. 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Proud to be and Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace UN344622 reached for comment as he UN344465 22 April 11, 2014 The Fitchburg Star Business ConnectFitchburg.com Indian restaurant opens in formerly troubled space Bill Livick Unified Newspaper Group Haveli Indian A 10,000-square-foot space at Restaurant 5957 McKee Road has not been a successful site for a series of res- 5957 McKee Road, Fitchburg taurants that have come and gone Hours: 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. since 2006. lunch; 5-10 p.m. dinner, daily But the owners of a new Indi- Telephone: 218-9200 an restaurant think they have a solution. Brothers Devinder Website: being developed Singh Badwal and Sital Singh Number of employees: 10 opened Haveli Indian Restau- Seating capacity: 80 rant Wednesday, April 9, in a 2,500-square-foot section of the larger space. Manager Rinku Badwal said the owners feel the smaller space will work well for their operation. “We’re pretty confident about this restaurant,” Badwal said. “The previous restaurants have operated in like 10,000 square feet - that’s a great big restaurant. This will be more manageable.” Badwal said Sital Singh will be the head chef at Haveli, which will have seating for about 80 diners. Singh and his brother also own Photos by Scott Girard and run the popular Taste of India on Monroe Street in Madison, Haveli features small and large, family-sized tables around its dining room. Left, Haveli Owner Devinder Badwal stands next which Rinku Badwal has man- to the restaurant’s buffet line, which features a wide range of Indian food options. aged in the past. They also oper- ated a Taste of India in Rockford, Haveli as less spicy than tradi- “Everything is curry,” he “Three-quarters of the space is The Fitchburg location has Ill., which they closed in Febru- tional Indian food. explained. “There is not the coco- glass,” he said. been vacant since Jimmy’s Amer- ary. “It’s Americanized, because nut milk and not all the same Badwal said Haveli serves ican Tavern closed in the fall of Like the brothers’ other res- our customers are totally Ameri- spices that they use in the south of lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 2011 after about five months in taurants, Haveli specializes in can,” he said. India.” p.m. and dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. business. Prior to Jimmy’s, the the cuisine of North India, which He noted Haveli’s menu is not The new restaurant has about daily. space had been home to Fitch’s means lots of curry dishes. Bad- as extensive as ones you’ll find in 10 employees, Badwal said, and “The restaurant may be closed Chophouse, Good Times and wal said North Indian food incor- many Indian restaurants because there is not a lot of Indian décor on Mondays,” he said. “Right Kickshaw. porates a lot of spinach in recipes. the food is limited to dishes from because the dining room is mostly now we’re not sure about that. He described the recipes at just one part of India. windows. We want to see how it goes.” In business In brief Bernathey heads chamber The Fitchburg Star runs have advanced the quality of care man- a business section each Comfort Care employees gain agement services by assuring individual month, highlighting local national certification competence to perform the full range of communications projects business topics and news Diane Thompson and Julie Schultz care management tasks through a vali- bits. have earned the designation of Care Man- dated, standardized examination that tests Kimberly Wethal do. To submit an item for ager Certified. the skills, knowledge, and practice ethics Star Correspondent “Being able to work for this page, email busi- These credentials were bestowed by needed to serve consumers.” an organization that helps ness reporters Mark Igna- the National Academy of Certified Care Diane Thompson has been with Com- The Fitchburg Chamber to maintain a strong sense towski at ungeditorial@ Managers and the National Association of fort Keepers since 2005. She is the Client staff has seen some new of community and a strong wcinet.com or Scott Professional Geriatric Care Managers. Care Coordinator for Comfort Keepers. faces in the past year. local economy by promot- Girard at ungreporter@ According to the credentialing bod- Julie Schultz joined Comfit Keepers in The newest employee of ing local businesses allows wcinet.com or call 845- ies, “Diane Thompson and Julie Schultz 2011 as one of its registered nurses. the chamber, Marie Ber- me to feel good about the 9559. nathey, took over the posi- work that we do,” Ber- tion of the Communications nathey said. Coordinator Some of the projects in June of that Bernathey has worked 2013. on since the start of her “I applied employment have been the to this job 2014 Guide to Fitchburg, as soon as which aims its focus on I moved to business in Fitchburg, along Wisconsin,” with monthly educational Bernathey Bernathey and networking events and said. “I was a weekly newsletter. looking for a non-profit “Working with Kate, the communications and design membership coordinator, position, and when I found and Angela, the executive the position with the Cham- director, is awesome,” she ber, I knew it was just what said. “They’re both very I was looking for.” dedicated and also a lot of Bernathey has moved fun. I like the variety of around the country and has projects I get to work on, lived in various states rang- as well as interacting with ing from Ohio to Wyoming, member businesses and the and is originally from Indi- community.” ana. She also graduated Outside of the office, from Columbus College of Bernathey spends much of Art and Design with a BFA her time outdoors biking in Fine Arts, and enjoys and climbing and spends the work that the Fitchburg time her art studio print- Chamber has allowed her to making.

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wski, Treasurer. Treasurer. wski, I am in awe of the encouragement received from friends both near and far for my re-election. To the voters of District 27 - THANK YOU for your votes and the outpouring of support for me to continue to represent you. http://FriendsofDorothyKrause.com PV343190 Paid for by Friends of Dorothy Krause, Matthew Kozlo Krause, Matthew of Dorothy Friends for by Paid UN343190 Dane County Board of Supervisors UN345488 ConnectFitchburg.com Business April 11, 2014 The Fitchburg Star 23 New pub brings European feel, food to Fitchburg Scott Girard city is missing, Kammer Unified Newspaper Group said. “That area, that cor- A new pub that opened ridor, really lacks…a April 7 has brought a good restaurant,” he said. “European” feel to dining “There’s not a lot there. options around Fitchburg. Not this kind of place. The Flying Hound, There’s certainly nothing which is run by the same like us.” pair that runs The Free He and his co-owner, House in Middleton, will Tim Thompson, weren’t Photo by Scott Girard bring an atmosphere and always keen to the idea Fitchburg Farms’ new greenhouse, set to open April 18, is located near the roundabouts at the Hwy. 14 and MM intersection. menu inspired by coun- of opening the restaurant, tries throughout Europe, Kammer said, with The according to co-owner Free House having only Alex Kammer. been open for a year. Fitchburg Farms opens greenhouse off Hwy. 14 But after the developer Fitchburg Farms general planned in year one. began constructing the “We tried to make it Scott Girard put together a good deal manager Josh Wall said in In the meantime, they’ll greenhouse to allow for a much more of a classy Unified Newspaper Group for them, they decided to March the business will use some of their nearly 60 fuller offering in December. European pub,” Kammer said. “I’m really proud of move ahead with it. Floral and garden enthu- be “community-oriented,” total acres of land for activ- While this past winter it.” Now that the opening siasts will have another from where they have got- ities such as corn mazes ended up not the best for That includes lion’s has arrived, Kammer said option in Fitchburg begin- ten the construction sup- and housing animals on the construction, Wall said they heads around the restau- Friday he was feeling “a ning this month. plies to plans for future fun- land. built much of the building rant, stained glass and little nervous” thanks to Fitchburg Farms, located draisers once the business is Their current space themselves, and nearing murals of castles covering a “sense of anticipation” just off the intersection of up and running. allows for nearly 5,000 completion has been a huge the walls. around the area. Hwys. 14 and MM, will Wall also said they hope hanging baskets along with relief. As for food, the menu “We just want to make open its 20,000-square-foot to expand the business in plenty of table space for “It’s just nice to see it includes American pub sure we’re ready to roll,” greenhouse and office April the future, including a plan more plants and flowers. coming together,” Wall staples like a bacon he said. “I just think we’re 18 just a few weeks ahead to double the business’ size The company grew mums said. cheeseburger while show- going to get crushed, of Mother’s Day. by next year if all goes as on the land last year, but ing its European influence which is a good thing. with English-inspired “It’s going to be a little bangers and mash or a bananas for awhile. We’re In brief schnitzel sandwich. just trying to make sure The pub, at 6317 McK- we’ve got our ducks in a ee Road, brings a type of row.” Gundersen to lead Fitchburg dental office CHIMMIES now open restaurant that area of the Dr. David Gundersen, a dentist with First Choice Dental, will CHIMMIES “Home of the Awesome Sandwich” is now lead the company’s Fitchburg office location at 5950 Seminole open in Fitchburg. Centre Ct. Inspired by the famous Argentinean sauce Chimichurri, the Gundersen, an associate dentist with First Choice Dental restaurant is open for lunch and dinner Monday-Saturday from since 2011 is a Wisconsin native, and received his dental degree 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Submit business news, story ideas and from Marquette University School of Dentistry. The shop is located at 3050 Cahill Main behind the Anchor photos online: Visit firstchoicedental.com for more information or to sched- Bank on Fish Hatchery Road. ule online, or call the First Choice Dental Fitchburg office at For a full menu and more information, visit chimmies.com. www.ConnectFitchburg.com 273-6500. We have everything for the kids this Easter! Baskets • Eggs • Stuffed Bunnies Sidewalk Chalk • Trinkets • Kites

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