Candidates for governor speak at Wisconsin Counties Association conference (WISCONSIN DELLS)
Issues ranging from taxes to the conflict with Iran are surfacing in Wisconsin’s race for governor. Speaking at the Wisconsin Counties Association conference in Wisconsin Dells, Republican Congressman Tom Tiffany called for tax cuts and returning the state budget surplus to residents. Tiffany also distanced himself from President Donald Trump and said it’s time for the U.S. to end its involvement in Iran and focus on domestic priorities. Democrat David Crowley says his campaign is centered on lowering costs, expanding health care access, and investing in education. Absentee voting is underway ahead of the November third election.
Hunters urged to test deer for CWD (UNDATED)
Wisconsin hunters are being urged to test deer for chronic wasting disease. According to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, hunters play a key role in tracking the disease and the DNR is especially interested in samples from fall priority areas near recent CWD detections. Hunters can submit samples through self-service kiosks, cooperating processors, at-home testing kits, or appointments with DNR staff. Results are usually available within two weeks. Health officials continue to advise hunters not to consume venison from any deer that tests positive for CWD.
It’s Safe Stop Week across Wisconsin (UNDATED)
The Wisconsin State Patrol is reminding drivers to stay alert and obey school bus laws during Safe Stop Week. Officials say motorists are still being cited for illegally passing stopped school buses, though reports show those violations have declined over the past year. More than 1300 citations were issued statewide last year. Sergeant Nic Betts says the trend is moving in the right direction, but drivers must remain vigilant as students travel to and from school. Extra troopers will be on patrol this week promoting school bus safety.
Stop “doomscrolling” to prevent anxiety, says Madison College prof (UNDATED)
“Doomscrolling” or endlessly reading and watching bad news on your devices is becoming a problem for a lot of people. Madison College marketing professor Steve Noll (NO-ll) says a lot of news and headlines are designed to get a kneejerk reaction out of people. Noll says you should put down the phone if you find yourself getting anxious about what you’re reading, and make sure you’re not sharing clickbait news stories without checking to see if they are true or not.
Measles detected in Chippewa County, says DHS (UNDATED)
Another measles case in western Wisconsin. The Department of Health Services on Tuesday confirmed a case of the highly contagious illness in Chippewa County. This case does not have any known public exposure at this time. Cases have now been found in six total counties, including Iowa, Marathon, Lafayette, Vernon and Grant. D H S will issue updates if any of the current cases spread, and urge all residents to get their M M R vaccinations if they never got them.
Village clerk mails absentee ballots without required initialing (LITTLE CHUTE)
The clerk in the Outagamie County Village of Little Chute mailed absentee ballots without a required initialing. Clerk Nicole Ryerson said 530 ballots were mailed without her signature, due to an oversight during the process. After consulting with the Wisconsin Elections Commission, the ballots will still be counted. However, voters do have other options. Voters can choose to request a new absentee ballot, vote in person absentee ahead of election day or vote on election day. If voters have questions, they can call the clerk’s office or the Wisconsin Elections Commission. Election Day is November 3.