May 19, 2013

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Raising Awareness for Stacey

In October Stacey Vorpahl passed away from Niemann-Pick disease, and now her family is trying to raise awareness since one out of every 200 people carry the defective gene for the disease.

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La Prairie Weigh Station

People who live in the town of La Prairie in Rock County say it's no place for a new weigh station for trucks.

Dane County Jury

Dane County residents will be called for jury duty in the high-profile Chai Vang murder trial.

Black Bears Moving South

Wisconsin black bears are now spotted more frequently in the southern two-thirds of the state.

Expensive Thank You

Jeanne Larsen received a thank you letter from a former client whose circumstances had apparently changed. Tucked inside the note was one-thousand dollars in cash.

Gulls Causing Health Concerns

Hundreds of gulls are nesting in a vacant lot where children play. The gulls regularly bombard those nearby with their droppings.

Renewable Energy Fair

The 16th annual Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living fair begins Friday near Custer in Portage County.

Wisconsin Town Embraces Native American Logo

The new paint job on Mishicot's water tower finished this week depicts an Indian logo. A full Indian headdress can be found on the wall of a school gym and on advertising for school-related activities.

One Wisconsin Family Wants Huffing to Be Illegal

Inhaling household products to get a quick high, it is a dangerous act that could soon be illegal in Wisconsin. The assembly passed a bill Thursday about the substance abuse known as huffing.

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Vang Jury From Dane County

The jury in the trial of the Minnesota man accused of fatally shooting six hunters in northern Wisconsin will be picked in Dane County.

U.W. Aid Bill

A bill is being pushed at the Capitol that would revoke financial aid from any U.W. student who sells drugs.

Little Lemonade... Big Help

Area residents in need of some refreshment can also help those in need by making a stop in downtown Middleton this summer. Once there, they'll find a little lemonade stand and a little boy learning all about the gift of giving, while teaching the same.

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Improving Stroke Care

The American Stroke Association urges area residents to know the risks and know the signs.

WEAC Rally

Once again Gov. Doyle is showing his distaste for the Republican's version of the state budget, this time at a WEAC rally.

BRAC Commissioner Visits

The future of the 440th Airlift Wing at Milwaukee County's airport is front and center today, as a commissioner from Base Realignment and Closure stops by.

Gun Maker Lawsuits

People who live in Wisconsin would be barred from suing gun makers over shooting deaths or injuries under a bill advancing through the Legislature.

Huffing Bill

The state Assembly passed a bill Thursday that makes huffing illegal

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