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Wis. man killed when tree falls on car
One person was killed Friday morning when a tree fell on top of his car in Dane County.
Board of Education, Thompson begin contract talks
The opening notes of the con tract negotiation for the new Montgomery Public Schools su perintendent sounded Monday, but how long the process will take is anybody's guess.
Purcell's former home still school system property
The Montgomery County pub lic school system still owns the house it bought from embattled former schools chief Carlinda Purcell, but officials aren't sure if it might be used as a bargain ing chip in contract negotia tions with newly appointed su perintendent Barbara Thompson.
Former Madison principal goes to Alabama amid controversy
Barbara Thompson, a former Madison Metropolitan School District principal who left in 2003 for a position as superintendent in New Glarus, has accepted a position as superintendent of schools in Montgomery, Ala.
A taste of Europe not far from your doorstep
Travelers forced to forgo plans to visit Europe because of the economy can find foreign-flavored experiences closer to home, if they use their imaginations.
Superintendent finalist bows out; Montgomery BOE may start search over
Another Montgomery superintendent finalist dropped out of the running Monday, forcing the Montgomery County Board of Education to decide between naming the lone finalist as Montgomery's next superintendent or starting the search over again.
Candidate had a rough start in a small town
Barbara Thompson, superintendent of New Glarus Public Schools in Wisconsin, is familiar with dealing with communities resistant to change.
Delegates hear good reports on Thompson
A delegation of six Montgomery school officials will meet today with teachers, parents and school board members in the New Glarus Public School System on the second day of a visit to superintendent finalist Barbara Thompson's school district.
Four MPS board members headed to Wisconsin
Four members of the Montgomery County School Board will travel to Madison, Wisconsin on June 25, 2009 to visit the hometown of a superintendent finalist.
Liquid fertilizer spill closes Green County road
A liquid fertilizer tank overturned on a Green County highway Wednesday, shutting down the highway for several hours as crews worked to clean the liquid from the road, authorities reported.
Smallest parks in Wisconsin may feel brunt of budget cuts
Ramming about Tower Hill State Park near here on his Kawasaki Mule utility vehicle, Greg Pardee is a working dervish.
Pop a top for Pop in observance of Father's Day
For the best chance of pleasing your father with just the right brew, offer him an assortment of beer styles: A good pilsner is a refreshing balance of malt and hops.
Competition awards presented at Wisconsin FFA convention
Wednesday, June 10, 2009, 12:05 PM by Bob Meyer The 80th annual Wisconsin State FFA Convention is underway in Madison.
State treasures: Readers ask about or share some of their favorites
I need to dip into the reader mailbag more often. Here is a sample of what you've written; a couple of diner/caf recommendations will turn into a column before summer ends.
COLUMN: Tax would jeopardize breweries
Recently, state Rep. Terese Berceau, D-Madison, made headlines calling for an increase in the beer tax to fund new assistant district attorney positions , as well as programs aimed at treatment for alcohol and other drug abuse and reducing drunken driving and underage drinking.
I've been thinking about this for a few months, but over the weekend I was reminded of it while talking to a friend about the lack of specialty beers from Minnesota breweries.
7 courses of food that I don't eat
Kimberly is a thirty-something gal who grew up in Sussex, gave city life a try, decided she wanted something inbetween and moved her family to Menomonee Falls.
Brew Guru: Crack a few Crack'd Wheats
The Brew Guru has long told anyone who would listen that his stomping grounds is home to the best beer in the world.
Stratford set to host annual Heritage Days
The 21st annual Heritage Days, a celebration of ethnic ancestry providing enjoyment for the entire family, will be held June 11 to 14 in Stratford.
Young driver caught on video going 160 mph on U.S. 151
Young drivers and fast cars are proving to be a disturbing and sometimes deadly combination on Dane County highways.
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