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Kenosha still hopeful casino will replace track

December 21, 2011 By

City leaders in Kenosha support another 15-month extension of an intergovernmental agreement with the Menominee Indian tribe in holding out hope a casino will someday be built at the site of the now-closed Dairyland dog track.

Alderman Ray Misner spoke of frustration at how long it’s taking to get anything developed there.

AUDIO: Ald. Misner (:18)

Alderman David Bogdala said it’s misleading to claim there are no other options for that site as there was another developer interested in the property.

Alderman Jessie Downing also admitted there had been talks with an unnamed developer for a $200-million project. But he also said, “If we have a chance on getting a casino there god bless, let it be built there.”

The tribe’s land option will run out in 15 months. The Kenosha County Board approved the IGA extension earlier this month. The tribe’s application is now under review in Washington.

Janet Hoff-WRJN

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Own a piece of the Packers

December 6, 2011 By

For the fifth time in franchise history, Green Bay Packers fans can buy a piece of the team. The Packers this morning launched a stock sale, aimed at helping to raise funds for a $143 million expansion of Lambeau Field.

Shares cost $250 with a $25 per order handling fee. The stock has no monetary value and does not pay dividends.

Packers President Mark Murphy says the timing of the sale is great, with the team coming off a Super Bowl win last season and currently riding an undefeated record this year. Murphy says the sale is a great way for fans to offer their support and to help the Packers have competitive teams in the future.

Fans can buy the stock online, although a phone number has been set up for those without an internet connection.

AUDIO: Mark Murphy (:23)

The team designed a new stock certificate for the sale. Compared to the last one issued in 1997, it has different lettering and an image of Lambeau Field in the background.

In the first 11 minutes of sales this morning, the team sold 1,600 shares. The Packers are offering up to 250,000 shares this time around, which Murphy says they hope will raise about $20 million.

Mike Kemmeter, WHBY

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Snow sculpting competition moves cities

December 3, 2011 By

The state’s official snow sculpting competition is moving to Racine. The competition had been held in the Wisconsin Dells, and was known as the Flakeout Festival. It will now be held in downtown Racine as part of the new Big Chill.

Downtown Racine Corporation spokesperson Jean Garbo says the city “jumped at the chance” when approached by the organizers of the competition about moving there. She adds a number of organizers are themselves former competitors and champions in the circuit.

The snow sculpting competition will be held January 13th through the 15th at Racine Monument square and will involve 16 two person teams. The winners will compete in the 2013 national championships in Lake Geneva.

AUDIO: Janet Hoff-WRJN

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Ceremony shines light on military sacrifice (AUDIO)

December 2, 2011 By

Capitol tree (IMAGE: WRN)

The state Capitol Christmas tree was center stage today at two ceremonies but at one them – veterans and service members were the stars. At the morning event, Governor Scott Walker said it is appropriate to honor their sacrifice of often being away from their families.

“Sometimes people ask me where our young veterans get that kind of pride and determination and I look back on our state’s history,” said Walker adding this year marks the 150th anniversary of the Civil War – which began when the Badger State was only 13 years old.

State Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary John Scocos said it’s important to thank veterans “with actions” including jobs, educational outreach and benefits.

“There is something very special about the holiday season. We all have our own traditions, our own faiths but I think the common core we can agree on is family,” said Maj. Gen. Don Dunbar, Wisconsin’s National Guard Commander.

A number of Walker protestors were on hand, some brandishing signs. Some of them chose to turn their backs when he took the podium. The second tree program, held midday, focused on the tree itself, a 36-foot balsam fir from Northwest Wisconsin.

AUDIO: Full speech – Tonette Walker, Dunbar, Scocos and Gov Walker (8:00)

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Investing in the Packers

December 2, 2011 By

There are going to be more “owners” of the Green Bay Packers starting next week. Packer fans can start buying stock next Tuesday. The team is launching the fifth stock sale in franchise history to help pay for an expansion project at Lambeau Field. The Packers are spending $143 million on the project which includes adding 6,600 seats above the south end zone.

The shares will cost $250 each, plus handling costs. They’re available through the Packers website or by mail.

Initially up 250,000 shares will be available and people can’t own more than 200 of them. The shares have no monetary value.

The team announced preliminary details Wednesday and they’ll release more information next Tuesday morning.

Mike Kemmeter-WHBY

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