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Going solar at the Capitol

December 4, 2009 By
Workers hoist solar panels onto the roof of the Capitol.

Workers hoist solar panels onto the roof of the Capitol.

The Governor is hoping for some sunshine at the state Capitol building.

Several new solar panels are being installed on the roof of the Capitol building, as part of a campaign to promote the renewable energy source. Governor Jim Doyle says the 40 panels will generate enough energy to heat an average home and will significantly help to reduce carbon emissions.

Doyle says it’s one of many efforts to increase the use of renewable energy sources in Wisconsin, since the state needs to focus more on how to produce its own power. Wisconsin relies heavily on coal, natural gas, and petroleum for its energy needs, which have to be bought outside of the state. As a result, Doyle says increasing the use of energy sources such as wind and solar can help keep those dollars in the Badger State. [Read more...]

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DNR deer experts evaluate hunt amid calls for their heads

December 4, 2009 By

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resiurces promises a review of deer management practices. There are calls for a change in the way the DNR manages Wisconsin’s deer herd, after this year’s hunt produced the smallest kill in 27 years. But big game manager Keith Warnke of the agency says there’s a re-evaluation EVERY year. He says the low numbers from the November gun-season were not unexpected.

“Overall, the state’s deer population is lower than it has been in several years,” says Warnke. “That we knew was coming. That was a result of herd reduction in some units. It’s also the result of herd reduction efforts. It’s the result of Earn-a-Buck efforts as well.” [Read more...]

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Halt December hunt, say lawmakers

December 4, 2009 By

A call to pull the plug on the December antlerless deer hunt. With hunters registering the fewest deer in more than 25 years during the just ended nine day deer season, there’s call for cancellation of the antlerless hunt, from state Representatives Dean Kaufert and Scott Gunderson.

“This is about really, the future of deer hunting in Wisconsin,” says Gunderson. “We all know how important that deer hunting is to Wisconsin, that hunting heritage. Not to mention – and this isn’t why we hunt – but it (the 9 day season) does generate a billion dollars.” [Read more...]

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Suspect arrested in Beloit shooting

December 4, 2009 By

Beloit police say they have arrested a suspect in last Wednesday’s shooting of a 32-year-old man.

Police Captain William Tyler says 18-year-old James E. Johnson faces charges including First Degree Reckless Injury, Endangering Safety by Use of a Dangerous Weapon, and Resisting Arrest. Tyler says the shooting happened after an altercation at a home on Euclid Avenue.

The victim, Dustin Haseman, spent several days in the intensive care unit at the hospital, but is expected to survive.

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Searching for a killer

December 4, 2009 By
Tyrone Adair (IMAGE: Middleton P.D.)

Tyrone Adair (IMAGE: Middleton P.D.)

An intensive manhunt is underway for the suspect in four murders in the Madison-area, where police have issued an All Points Bulletin for 38 year-old Tyrone Adair.

Madison police spokesman Joel DeSpain says 38 year-old Tyrone Adair is believed responsible for killing two adult women and two young girls, in separate incidents Thursday night.

Adair could be driving a silver GMC Acadia crossover SUV with Wisconsin license plate 342-EBL. “He should be considered armed and dangerous,” says DeSpain. “If you see him, if you see this vehicle, call 911 immediately.” [Read more...]

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