Alliant Energy Approved by PSC to Upgrade Sheboygan Falls Gas Generating Station
Two natural gas generating stations - one in Sheboygan Falls - have been green-lighted by the Wisconsin Public Service Commission for upgrades. Alliant Energy said improvements at the Falls facility, along with another in Neenah, will allow the company to expand generating capacity, gain greater fuel efficiency, lower...
May 13, 2024
Area Road Work to Know About This Week
Wisconsin DOT road crews will be active near Elkhart Lake this week. Motorists should use caution when traveling on Highway 67 between County Highways "A" and "J" as maintenance crews fill cracks in the road on both the north and southbound lanes. Repairs are scheduled today (Monday) through Thursd...
May 13, 2024
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Could Aurora Borealis Decorate Tonight's Sky - Forecasts Are Promising!
It has been many years since a major solar storm lit up the night sky above the Sheboygan Area. For those who remember such events as the great storm of March, 1989, or for those who've never seen the display, tonight might be THE night to pay attention for a look at one of nature's greatest phenomena. The colorful a...
May 10, 2024
Sheboygan Man Arraigned on Felony Charge of Exposing Child to Harmful Materials at Falls High
A 23-year-old student teacher at Sheboygan Falls High School has been charged in Sheboygan County Circuit Court with one count of Exposing a Child to Harmful Material. According to the criminal complaint heard in court on Thursday, Ethan Andrew Kiefer, a Sheboygan resident, distributed "harmful material" to ...
May 10, 2024
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Kohler, Platinum Equity Establish Separate, Independent "Kohler Energy" Business
An agreement has been reached that will establish the Kohler Generator division as a separate, independent company known as Kohler Energy. The new company is the result of a transaction reached between global investment firm Platinum Equity and the Kohler Company. Platinum Equity is now the majority owner, while the ...
May 10, 2024
Vehicle Thieves Strike Southeastern Manitowoc County
Unlocked vehicles have been targeted in southeastern Manitowoc County this week. Manitowoc County Sheriff's officials say the crimes occurred early Wednesday morning in the Town of Newton around Highway LS and Northeim Lane, or about 6 miles north of the Village of Cleveland. Thieves entered several unlocked vehicles...
May 10, 2024
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Allegations of Inappropriate Conduct by Falls High Student Teacher
Sheboygan Falls parents have been informed of an investigation into conduct by a student teacher. Notification was sent on Monday by Superintendent Zach Pethan that the District learned of allegations that a student teacher at Sheboygan Falls High School might have engaged in inappropriate conduct with a high school s...
May 08, 2024
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New K9 Officer Welcomed to Manitowoc County Team
Many dogs are considered family members, but a dog named "Knox" has a much bigger family than most, and he also works for them, the people of Manitowoc County. Knox is the newest K9 Officer with the Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department. Knox, now just under a year-and-a-half of age, took over duties when De...
May 08, 2024
Severe Weather Unlikely Here, but Rain Could Add Up
While severe weather isn't likely in the Sheboygan area today, there's at least some possibility that it could occur, but that depends on several variables. Forecasters with the National Weather Service in Milwaukee say there's a 1-in-5, or "marginal", risk of severe weather this afternoon, with hail and gus...
May 07, 2024
Red Cross: May "Trauma Awareness Month" Good Reason to Donate
The American Red Cross is asking the public to consider donating blood or platelets during the month of May. Observed as "Trauma Awareness Month", the organization says that it's a reminder that hospitals need to be prepared for all transfusion needs, including emergencies. At this time, Type "O" ...
May 07, 2024
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