Area: Door County
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Jacksonport Accepting Bids for Koulias House
Sealed bids will be received by the Town Clerk for the Town of Jacksonport at the Jacksonport Town Hall, 3365 County V, Sturgeon Bay, WI, until noon Sept. 26, 2016 for the sale of the single family three-bedroom home commonly referred to as the “Koulias House.” The home is located at 6282 Hwy. 57 in […]
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Obituary: Ellen Kate Sprogø-Topelmann
Ellen Kate Sprogø-Topelmann passed away peacefully on August 1st, surrounded by her husband Karsten, daughter Lisa and son Lars. For 90 years she lived a beautiful, full and happy life. Born in Hamburg, Germany, on April 29th, 1926, Ellen was part of a big family that often had to struggle to make ends meet. She […]
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John ‘Jack’ Weber, 59, of Sturgeon Bay, Town of Sevastopol, died July 30, 2016 at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay after a short and courageous battle with cancer. He was born October 22, 1956 in Sturgeon Bay, the youngest of nine children to the farming family of Arthur and Theresa (Neuchter) Weber. Jack graduated from Sevastopol […]
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Our beloved mother, Stella R. Irwin, 88, passed away peacefully early July 29, 2016, at Ministry Door County Medical Center. She was born on November 23, 1927, in Little Rock, AR to Shoffner and Rosa May (Moore) Wright. At the age of 5, Stella’s mother died and she was raised by her aunts near mid-eastern […]
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Eileen Copiskey, 81, of Sturgeon Bay, passed away on July 29, 2016 at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Ryan Thompson. She was born March 25, 1935 in Sturgeon Bay to Clarence and Helen (Weckler) Cumber. On Aug. 25, 1973, she married Charles L. Copiskey in Michigan. He preceded her in death […]
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Judith J. (Jorgensen) D’Amico, 82, of Mequon, and longtime summer resident of Sister Bay, died July 25, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Frank N. D’Amico. Loving mother of John (Sharon), Charles (Cheryl), Peter (Rhonda) and Lynda (Kevin) Orfield. Proud and caring grandma of Christina (Andrew) Tibesar, Lisa (Dan) Lewis, Frank, Stephen, Lauren, John, Leland, Nicholas, […]
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Obituary: David Townley Debenham
David Townley Debenham, 74, of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin passed away at home June 19, 2016. He was born July 31, 1941, the son of Roger and Margaret Debenham, and raised in Wilmette, IL. It was there that he spent many summers lifeguarding on the shores of Lake Michigan. He graduated from New Trier High School Class of 1959 […]
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Birth: Jena Charles and Bradley Bouche
Jena Charles and Bradley Bouche, Casco, are the parents of a son born July 26, 2016, at Ministry Door County Medical Center, Sturgeon Bay. Maternal grandparents are Kristi and Jay Charles, Algoma. Paternal grandparents are Joann Lyon, Green Bay, and Paul Bouche, Dyckesville.
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Pet Talk: Brushing is Best for Dog’s Teeth
Q: My dog doesn’t like getting his teeth brushed. I see that Milk-Bone has a treat to clean a dog’s teeth. Do you think they really work? A: I have seen the product advertised and wondered that myself. Looking up the product, below are its claims. “Milk-Bone Brushing Chews help provide an easy […]
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Door County Humane Society Holds Memorial Service for Therapy Dog
It is with heavy hearts that the Door County Humane Society (DCHS) announces the passing of Timber, the unofficial mascot of DCHS and beloved dog companion of DCHS Assistant Animal Care Coordinator Debbie Barnes. Timber died suddenly July 24. During his time as a therapy dog, he visited all of the Door County libraries, Dorchester […]
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VFW Post 3088 Holds Buddy Poppy Drive Aug. 5 & 6
Sturgeon Bay Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3088 will conduct their annual Buddy Poppy Drive on Aug. 5 & 6. The VFW will be at the following locations and times for the drive: Econo Foods, Pick ‘N Save & Walgreen’s in Sturgeon Bay, 8 am – 6 pm; Main Street Market in Egg Harbor, 7:30 […]
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Food and Fun for All Ages at Jacksonport’s Cherry Fest
Come to Lakeside Park, Hwy. 57, in Jacksonport for the 22nd Annual Cherry Fest on Aug. 6, 7 am – 4 pm. The day is packed with fun for the whole family. Savor the great food including fresh cherries, cherry brats and cherry hamburgers as well as an assortment of cherry desserts. Stroll through the […]
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St. Peter’s Cares Walk to Raise Money for Neighbor to Neighbor
St Peter’s Lutheran Church, Sturgeon Bay, is sponsoring “St. Peter’s Cares Walk” on Aug. 20, 8:30 to 10:30 am. All registration monies will be donated to Neighbor to Neighbor, a local nonprofit. The walk is 1- to 2.5-miles long through Sturgeon Bay. Maps will be available. Pre-registration is due Aug. 13. The cost is $15 […]
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Letter to the Editor: A DA to Assure Our Safety with Intelligence, Integrity
District Attorney Ray Pelrine has served the citizens of Door County with integrity and distinction for more than a decade and has more than 30 years of experience as a prosecutor. He has taught hundreds of other prosecutors the basics of prosecution as well as the finer points of trial and evidentiary procedure. New prosecutors […]
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Letter to the Editor: A Church, Reborn
Is something missing or coming up short in your life? Perhaps it’s a nagging void that can only be filled with sense of purpose and spirituality. Maybe it’s the opportunity to share common, holy ground with others. Or possibly it’s a nagging need to get together with like-minded people in a communion of sharing, […]
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Letter to the Editor: Support for Colleen Nordin
It is a very important vote this coming Tuesday, August 9, for the District Attorney election. Mr. Pelrine recently stated he is experienced and an answerable candidate. Mr. Pelrine’s credentials/experience and other input was just vetted by State of Wisconsin attorneys the last few months. Ray Pelrine then lost the race to be appointed the […]
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Letter to the Editor: Send Gallagher to Washington
It’s rare that I get the chance to know someone personally who is running for office, especially for a congressional seat. When I first met Mike Gallagher about five months ago I remember feeling like I was talking to someone just like me. I could tell he was sincere and shared the same passion I […]