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Images that appeared in the Middleton Times-Tribune last year ranged from joyous celebrations to solemn remembrances. Clockwise from top left: performers at the Middleton Chamber of Commerces annual celebration; Ann Romney, wife of GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney, with supporters in front of the Middleton Public Library; educators cut the ribbon at the opening of a new Montessori school in the Town of Middleton; local firefighters help track down a thief in Mexico; MCPASD School Board president Ellen Lindgren announces a successful referendum; a candlelight vigil at the Sikh temple on Century Avenue; police officer Nick Stroik is given a medal of valor for shooting an armed intruder; a photographer gets photographed during the Middleton High School Homecoming Parade; Dianne Hesselbein celebrates her victory in the race for the 79th State Assembly seat (center photo).
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The top stories of the year 2012. Page 2
Year in Review:
Kiwanis donates to MOM. Page 9
Clubs:
No shame in second. Page 10
Sports:
Dining Guide. . . . . . . . . . 7 Booking It . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Classieds . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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The following are excerpts from some of the major local stories of 2012.
The Middleton-Cross plains Area School District (MCpASD) Board of education unanimously approved a new charter school on Monday night, backing a plan to transform Middleton Alternative Senior High (MASH) into Clark Street Community School. The school, which will accept roughly 120 students in grades 9-12, is scheduled to open its doors in the fall of this year. While MASHs curriculum caters almost exclusively to students identified by the district as being at risk, Clark Street will eventually include a more diverse student population, according to its founders. The move is part of a district-wide shift intended to more fully integrate the various demographic that make up the student population. Supporters of the change said it does not mean educators are turning their backs on struggling students. In the past five years, Middleton High School (MHS) has rearranged student services and implemented a broad range of new initiatives and cocurricular activities intended to reach out to at-risk students. MHS has been putting support measures in place for the past several years, said an information sheet provided to the school board prior to the vote. We believe the system at MHS is able to support the needs of struggling students. MASH is currently one of 236 charter schools in Wisconsin. Its replacement received a $225,000 planning grant from the state in 2011. In many ways Clark Street Community School will function within the district, but its charter will provide flexibility that MASH was unable to achieve, said teachers. The schools governing council will have autonomy in the areas of selection and use of personnel in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement, finance, and governance, according to the charter approved by the school board. The district will support the school by providing building space, equipment, teacher fTe and travel. The MCpASD Board of education or its designee will conduct an annual financial audit of the schools financial operations. Transportation for students who reside within district boundaries
New Charter School Approved (from the Jan. 12 edition)
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will be provided as required by law or policy. Not later than April 1 of each year, the district will be required to provide the Clark Street Community School Council with an operational budget. The council, which currently consists of seven members, will then draw up a plan for the schools expenditures. Operational funds will be available to the charter school at the same time and in the same manner they are made available to other schools within the district. The school will be allocated funds on a per-pupil basis in the same manner as other district schools. The Clark Street Charter School Council will assume responsibility for approving the annual operating budget, grant applications and fundraising activities. Staff at the school will remain employees of the Middleton-Cross plains Area School District. In addition, the district will employ the administrative staff engaged in running Clark Street, the technology services staff serving the school, the related services staff and all other workers. Bryn Orum is an english teacher at MASH and a member of the Clark Street Community School planning Team. She said the new charter was designed to remove road blocks educators faced when working within the current model. We were trying to push the limits but we kept running up against them, she said. We wanted to go bigger and better.
The Community ofBishopsBaydevelopment broke ground on its first neighborhood, The Back Nine, in 2012. A Bishops Bay press release said interest in the 787-acre master-planned development located in the City of Middleton and Town of Westport has been robust. For more information about the community, visitwww.BishopsBayCommunity.com, or call608-831-5500. She said incredibly personalized student plans and long-term relationships between teachers and pupils at Clark Street will improve education for a variety of students who might struggle in a traditional school setting. This comes from the teachers, she said. We get to build this from the ground up. District documents show approval of Clark Street Community School is part of a larger district initiative to move toward a model that strives to serve students in heterogeneous groups in which the demographic make-up mirrors that of the whole student population. Madison Mayor paul Soglin, who had learned of the extension request one day earlier, also spoke to the committee. He said Middletons use of TIf isnt as much of a boon to the economy as some people claim it is. Soglin said Middletons proposed use of TIf would simply bolster the tax base of one community while lowering that of another. Middleton used more than $1.4 million in public financing two years ago to bring the National Mustard Museum away from the Village of Mount Horeb, and today the city wants to provide TIf funding to help coax Spectrum Brands to move its Madison facility here. Under the proposed legislation, the Middleton planning Commission would have the ability to amend the project plan for TIf 3 for up to 32 years from the inception of the district. The department of revenue would have the power to allocate tax increments for up to 37 years. In a statement on Monday of this week, Soglin went into greater detail about why he believes thats essentially a zero-sum game. TIf was designed to address blight in a community; it was not designed to be used for competitive purposes between Wisconsin communities, he said. By facilitating the use of TIf in this fashion, the state engages in a selfdefeating game where public funds are used to lure business from one community to another with no net gain. He said Assembly Bill 536 is an example of precisely this problem. [I]ts not a net benefit for the state to assist one community in raiding the tax base of another community by making special changes to the TIf law, Soglin continued. further, the jobs that are being created in one community are not new jobs. They are simply being moved from one community to another. In addition, under the states school aid formula, extension of the life of a TID is subsidized by other school districts in the state, according to Soglin. That means for an extra decade, school districts throughout much of Wisconsin would receive less money to fund education. [A]s a result, property taxes in many school districts may be slightly higher so that Middleton can keep its TID open longer, Soglin said. The crux of Soglins umbrage appeared to be the recent announcement that Spectrum Brands plans to use $4 million in funding from the state and additional money from the City of Middleton to facilitate a move from Madison to the Good Neighbor City. This bill does not present the question of whether Spectrum stays in Wisconsin or moves to florida the decision to stay was already made, and was secured by a $4 million forgivable loan from the state, said Soglin. There is no provision in the deal that requires TIf assistance for Spectrum to stay in Wisconsin. AB 536 merely changes the rules to benefit one community at the expense of another, and, in so doing, hurts our schools, creates bad policy, and sets a bad precedent. On the other side of the issue, Davis See 2012, page 3
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The Good Neighbor City and its much larger neighbor arent seeing eye-to-eye about a proposal that would allow Middletons Tax Increment financing (TIf) District 3 to stay open for an additional 10 years. Middleton is pursuing an extension from the state legislature in the form of Assembly Bill 536 and Senate Bill 440 that would allow the city to squeeze more development out of its oldest extant TIf district. City administrator Mike Davis made his case in favor of an extension before the Assembly Ways and Means Committee at the Capitol on Thursday.
Middleton, Madison Clash Over TIF Use (March 22)
said Middletons desire for the TIf extension is driven by the desire of four large companies to expand or move here. Davis said electronic Theatre Controls, which is already located in Middleton, plans to grow and add 100 jobs. Then there is Spectrum Brands, which announced plans to move from Madison to Middleton and add 100 new positions. Two un-named companies one in the field of biotechnology and one in software plan to expand within Middleton and add another 200 jobs, according to Davis. following his testimony before the Ways and Means Committee, Davis wrote in an email to state, local government and business leaders that he was pleased with the discussion of the committee despite Madisons apparent opposition to the bill. The extension of TIf 3 garnered bipartisan support from Republicans such as Sen. Glenn Grothman, who authored the senate version of the bill, and Democrats including Rep. Sondy pope-Roberts and Sen. Jon erpenbach. A spokesman in Grothmans office said legislation extending the length of TIf districts is not uncommon and usually has bipartisan support. These types of bills usually go through pretty easily as long as everything is on the up and up, the aid said.
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The State Assembly last week voted 56-35 to approve legislation extending the life of Middletons Tax Increment financing (TIf) District 3 by another decade. The vote was primarily along party lines, with most in the Republican ma-
TID 3 Extended by 10 Years Despite Madisons Opposition (March 22)
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jority supporting the bill and three Democrats breaking ranks to vote with them. The State Senate had already given the extension a green light, so in the ensuing days the City of Middleton moved swiftly to begin hammering down the details of an array of possible projects. In an email to local government officials and some of the state legislators who supported the bill, Middleton city administrator Mike Davis said the prolonged TIf timeline will hopefully lead to more groundbreakings and ribbon cuttings as major employers expand in the Good Neighbor City. electronic Theater Controls (eTC) is the latest private business to seek public financing from TIf 3, coming before the Middleton Common Council on Tuesday of this week. The council acquiesced, pledging to provide a $750,000 loan to help fund the lighting companys expansion. eTC plans to add 94,000 square feet and create about 100 new job positions at its headquarters on pleasant View Road. Davis said in a memo to the council that the project would not occur without city financing. The soils around their current building perimeter require intensive work to meet the county stormwater requirements enacted in 2007, four years after eTC opened on the current site, Davis wrote. The TIf will be used to pay for parking and stormwater improvements. Davis touted such collaborations between government and the private sector as being vital to job creation. As a guy who grew up in a blue collar family, I know the importance of such jobs to families struggling in this economy, Davis wrote. A job with eTC can mean the difference between poverty and economic viability. Davis said the city is looking forward to even more expansions in the coming months. He remained mum about which businesses are currently negotiating with the city. Davis made a point of thanking State Rep. Kelda Helen Roys, a Democrat, for backing the TIf bill. Roys said the TIf extension will have a greater impact on local jobs than any other bill voted on in this session. While she admitted TIf is an imperfect tool, she said the extension was about jobs, not politics. But not everyone was pleased with the legislation. Middleton has already agreed to provide $3.5 million out of TIf 3 to help a
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The Middleton Common Council approved an ordinance banning many exotic pets last year, but sugar gliders, one of which is pictured above, were spared. developer build a new headquarters for Spectrum Brands, which will move here from Madison. Just as Madison Mayor paul Soglin did last month, some in the Assembly said Middletons use of TIf to lure Spectrum, a large corporation that sells everything from lawn chemicals to dog treats, is essentially a form of economic poaching. State Rep. Mark pocan, also a Democrat, said the bill approved last week will help corporate interests at the expense of communities. In a press release, pocan said the bill authorizes Middleton to extend its TIf district for the purpose of raiding the tax base of a neighboring city. pocan said Senate Bill 440, which was authored by Rep. Joel Kleefisch (R-Oconomowoc), allows misuse of a tax code tool that was originally intended to help communities improve blighted areas. But in this case, Spectrum is simply moving across the border in Middleton, building on an undeveloped site that is free of blight. pocan argued that the move could actually create blight at the site of the building Spectrum is leaving behind. Legislators shouldnt hand out corporate tax breaks that hurt neighboring communities, said pocan. This bill creates a dangerous slippery slope that will pit neighbors against one another in a game where only corporations win and taxpayers lose. Wisconsin enacted its TIf law in 1975 to create an incentive for developers to stimulate local economies and turn around blighted neighborhoods through urban redevelopment projects. A TIf creates a financial incentive for corporations by allowing them to use new tax increment to pay off a loan, rather than paying it in the form of taxes. Using TIf for corporate giveaways and pitting communities against each other sets a dangerous precedent. This is a bad policy for the City of Madison, Dane County and for potentially every other community in Wisconsin, said pocan. In the end, we get no new net jobs in the regional economy, just new tax breaks for corporations and less money for schools. pocan also pointed out that land located in TIf District 3 in Middleton is owned by developer T. Wall properties, the president of which is Terrence Wall, a significant Republican donor and former GOp candidate for United States Senate.
The City of Middleton and the Town of Middleton share a moniker, but they dont necessarily share a single political ideology. This much was made clear in last weeks election, when most citizens in the city voted prounion and most in the town voted against collective bargaining. Voters in both communities along with those throughout the rest of Dane County - were faced with the same referendum question: Should all Wisconsin workers have the right to seek safe working conditions and fair pay through collective bargaining? In the city, 63 percent voted yes, while 37 percent voted no. Voter turnout in the city was 31 percent. In the town, 56 percent voted no, with the remaining 44 percent answering yes. Turnout in the town was 41 percent. See 2012, page 4
City, Town Differ on Collective Bargaining (April 12)
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County Supervisor Dianne Hesselbein (Dist. 9) represents the city as part of her district and was responsible for writing the question and getting it placed on the ballot. [Results in the town were] a little surprising, but the county board race [in the Town of Middleton] went the same way and the progressive candidate lost there, she said. On the other hand, I think we need to expect things like that to happen when the question is on the same ballot as the Republican [presidential] primary, Hesselbein added.
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The City Council last week voted to add Section 16.05(18) into Middletons Code of Ordinances, effectively banning citizens from owning or keeping a broad range of animals deemed unsuitable for domestic settings. The 6-2 vote, with Howard Teal (Dist. 5) and JoAnna Richard (Dist. 3) in the minority, dismayed a handful of residents who have been lobbying the city to draft a more lenient proposal. Unlike earlier drafts, however, this ordinance allows citizens to come before the city council to apply for exemptions for some species on a case-by-case basis. Those supporting the ban, which was initially prompted by alligators being kept as pets in neighboring Madison, said it will protect citizens from animals. They also said it will protect exotic animals from harm at the hands of unsuitable owners. Critics said the rule will turn many loving pet owners into criminals, adding that it will be nearly impossible to enforce. Ryan McVeigh, who attended numerous prior city committee meetings while the ordinance was being crafted, spoke against the rule before it passed last week. Over the past few years, reptiles have become the fastest growing group of animals to become pets, he said, even with the stigma and fear many people have. McVeigh, who is president and founder of the Madison Area Herpetological Society, said many of those fears are based on sensationalized and exaggerated media. But the citys ban on certain animals was buoyed by support from several
City Council Passes Animal Ban (May 24)
organizations and individuals. The Dane County Humane Society (DCHS) supports legislation that would prevent the casual, private ownership of potentially dangerous wild animals (e.g. monkeys, lions, wolves) because they pose a significant risk to harm people and domestic animals, DCHS wrote in a letter on file with the city. In addition to potentially causing physical harm, wild animals can also pose a health threat to the public, domestic animals, native wildlife, and the ecosystem, the letter continued. The welfare of wild animals is unacceptably compromised because they cannot be adequately cared for by the casual owner. The ordinance adopted by Middleton had been revised multiple times since it last was viewed by the city council. The original version banned all marsupials, but the final draft allowed citizens to keep sugar gliders, for example. Cody Wilson, a citizen who spoke against the ordinance, was skeptical about the permitting system contained within the ordinance. A permit system seems like you are saying: Its okay as long as you pay us, he told the council.
The scene was sobering because it was meant to be when first responders teamed up with Middleton High School drama students to stage a horrific - but fake - drunk driving accident. The performance had some students in tears.
Kathy Hansen took over as Middleton Outreach Ministrys (MOM) new executive director in May. While the communitys most recognizable charitable organization has existed for more than three decades, it is the first time a woman has been selected to lead it. Im the first female MOM, Hansen observed last week, adding an exclamation point in the form of an amiable burst of laughter. Jim Hartlieb, president of MOMs board of directors, said the organization is very pleased to have a person of Kathys quality leading MOM in its effort to end hunger and prevent homelessness. Kathy brings over 20 years of experience and passion in the non-profit industry to MOM, he continued. With the need for MOMs services as high as its ever been, it was imperative
Hansen Takes Over Middleton Outreach Ministry (June 7)
that we hire someone [who] can lead the effort to meet the growing needs of our community. Hansen also has experience in the for-profit sector. She said she believes business philosophies have a place in the charity world. My theory is that you run a nonprofit like you would a for-profit business, because in both cases you are providing services for people, she said. Hansen lived in Middleton briefly in the early 1990s. Her return is to a larger, more heavily developed area. When I got back I was pleasantly surprised, she said, by the growth and the momentum of the community. Hansen said the job opening at MOM came at a time when she wanted to do something beneficial for humanity. Hansen said she was intrigued by MOMs ability to lend a helping hand to citizens when circumstances dont allow them to thrive. In 2008, Middleton Outreach Ministry moved away from a governing board made up of church leaders, opting for a larger corporate presence on the board of directors. Going through
four directors in as many years, the organization also distanced itself from what had been prominent theological imagery and messages. As she settles into the executive director position, Hansen said she sees such changes as a way to make the organization more inclusive. We still work very closely with faith-based organizations, she explained. But those are not the only organizations we work with now. Theres still a tie, but its to all religions not just Christianity. MOM works with anybody or any group because the goal is to serve the entire community.
Terrence Wall is no longer listed as the CeO of T. Wall properties L.L.C., according to a document released by the company last week. But Wall, a prominent public figure known for pitching ambitious develop-
Changes in Leadership at T. Wall Properties (June 7)
ments and for his unsuccessful GOp bid for the United States Senate in 2010, said he is still actively involved in many facets of the company that bears his name. And T. Wall properties, which is the driving force behind three local development projects and is in line to receive millions in Tax Increment financing from Middleton, could still play a major role in determining what the Good Neighbor City looks like in the future. According to the fact set released by the company: T. Wall properties owns more than 40 commercial office buildings in Dane County, as well as The Community of Bishops Bay development (in Middleton and Westport), the Tribeca Village development (in Middleton), The West end Development (in Verona), the Harvard Square Development (in Middleton) and various other commercial development parcels of land. The T. Wall properties Board of Managers is comprised of Wall, Steve Smith, John McGurk, Matt Kaplan and Justin Hakimian. McGurk, who joined the board in 2007 when New Yorkbased investors injected $110 million into the company, is Chairman of the Board. T. Wall properties L.L.C. wholly owns T. Wall properties Management Corp., which provides management and development services. Randall Guenther is currently listed as T. Wall properties president and chief financial officer (CfO). Wall is no longer listed in an officer position. T. Wall properties L.L.C. is owned by T. Wall properties Master Limited partnership and Almanac Realty Securities V (formerly known as five Arrows Realty Securities V). The fact set released by the company on May 30 states that T. Wall properties Master Limited partnership owns 98 percent of the outstanding stock andAlmanac Realty Securities V owns two percent of the outstanding stock. But Almanac also holds convertible debentures that could be converted to stock at any time, the document continued. If the convertible debentures were changed to stock, the outstanding stock of T. Wall properties L.L.C. would be 59.5 percent held by T. Wall properties Master Limited partnership and 40.5 percent held by Almanac Realty Securities V. See 2012, page 5
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Wall said in a recent email interview with the Times-Tribune that he retains a significant role with the company. He also owns and controls T. Wall enterprises, which is focused on multifamily development but is not owned by or affiliated with T. Wall properties L.L.C.
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A United States District Court judge on Monday ruled that the City of Middletons police force did not discriminate against a local nightclub because of its clienteles race. In a 23-page opinion and order, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin ruled entirely with the defendant, in addition to rebuking the plaintiff, Scott piernot and his company, Garrganntuan Ventures, LLC. Over the course of two and a half years, piernot and his company ran Scatz Sports Bar and Nightclub. While open, Scatz was the largest nightclub in Dane County, with an occupancy limit of 949 people. Scatz came into frequent conflict with the Middleton Common Council and local law enforcement agents. It was eventually designated a public nuisance by the city. According to Mondays ruling, the Middleton police Department responded to more than 500 calls some of which were officer-initiated and issued more than 100 citations and arrests for incidents related to the nightclub, ranging from noise complaints and traffic problems to fights, thefts and a nearby shooting. Middleton police Chief Brad Keil eventually recommended that the establishments liquor license be revoked. In 2011 piernot voluntarily surrendered the license, saying he believed it was a foregone conclusion the city would eventually shut the club down. When he applied for a new license a few months later, saying Scatz had taken new steps to curb problems, the request was denied. Around the same time, piernot filed a civil rights lawsuit against the city and its police department. Naming Keil and Captain Noel Kakuske as defendants, the suit claimed the department discriminated against Scatz because the business featured hip-hop music and attracted African American patrons in the largely white City of Middleton. The plaintiffs alleged the citys actions violated the fourteenth and first Amendments. In her ruling, District Judge Barbara Crabb wrote that the plaintiffs failed to provide evidence that any actions taken by the defendants were motivated by the race of plaintiffs patrons or by the music plaintiffs played at their nightclub. Crabb said the evidence showed police acted in response to concerns about public safety, not race. She also noted many of [the] plaintiffs proposed facts are so conclusory, vague or unsubstantiated as to preclude meaningful consideration. Crabb also ruled against piernots claim that the State of Wisconsins definition of a disorderly house is overly vague and therefore unconstitutional. Crabb provided a litany of documented events at Scatz, concluding with the night of feb. 25, 2011, when a police officer was punched in the head, multiple fights broke out in the nightclubs parking lot, and patrons who had been at Scatz were involved in a shooting nearby. Crabb said such incidents qualify as
Judge Rules Cops Didnt Discriminate Against Scatz (July 12)
disorderly, riotous, indecent or improper. She said Scatz fell squarely into the states definition of a disorderly house. Crabb granted the defendants motion for summary judgment on behalf of the City of Middleton, Keil and Kakuske. Middleton Mayor Kurt Sonnentag said the ruling came as no surprise. I was pretty confident the city would prevail based on the arguments our attorneys made prior to any court appearances, Sonnentag said. I have lots of confidence in Murphy Desmond [the citys law firm]. Keil said he was pleased with the courts ruling. Our officers work hard to help keep our community safe, he continued. That includes working with licensed premises to help them make their businesses safe for their patrons, their staff and the public safety officials who may have to respond to complaints at those premises. We will continue to do so.
Members of the Sikh community were joined by others in the City of Middleton as they reacted to reports that white supremacist Wade Michael page opened fire and killed six people at a gurudwara in Oak Creek on Sunday. Middleton is a hub for the Sikh community and home to the Sikh Society of Wisconsin-Madisons gurudwara, or temple. Bimal pangli described the Century Avenue building as her familys second home, where followers of the faith go to find serenity. Bakhshinder Singh, a priest at the Middleton gurudwara, called the shooting a tragedy. This is a place where we pray for everyone, he said, shaking his head. This is very sad. On Tuesday night, the Middleton Common Council approved a resolution supporting the Sikh community and expressing condolences for the victims in Oak Creek, which is about two hours east of the Good Neighbor City. (Many families have worshiped at both temples, said pangli.) Middleton residents were horrified to learn of the senseless violence suffered by the community of Oak Creek, Wisconsin, on Sunday, August 5, the resolution declared.
Community Reacts to Sikh Temple Shooting (Aug. 9)
The Middleton Common Council, on behalf of the Middleton community, expresses its continued support for members of the Middleton Sikh temple in the aftermath of this tragic event, the document, which was approved unanimously, continued. The city called on all members of the Middleton and greater Madison area to renew our commitments to peace and non-violence and to request positive thoughts, prayers and condolences for the victims of the tragic events in Oak Creek. Gurdip Brar, Middletons District 2 alderman, is a native of India, the birthplace of Sikhism. Thirty years ago he was one of the first Sikhs to settle in Middleton. Brar called the shooting a ruthless killing of peaceful people at prayer. It is horrible what happened there, Brar stated. The Middleton gurudwara is the primary place of worship for more than 200 people. every Sunday, its rooms fill with the sounds of families and the smells of savory foods as local Sikhs enjoy a convivial, communal meal to which all are welcome. The following night, the gurudwara was again filled with sounds - this time of both sorrow and joy - and activity as the community gathered there to show resilience and solidarity. A candlelight vigil honored the victims.
Kathy Hansen, above, took over as Middleton Outreach Ministrys executive director in 2012.
Business is booming for one local organization, but thats not a good thing. The demand for food, clothing and services provided by Middleton Outreach Ministry (MOM) continues increasing. In July of 2012 alone, MOM gave out 12,000 pounds more food than in the same month last year. In an effort to consolidate its operations and better meet that demand, MOM has purchased property at 3502 parmenter St., just north of Century Avenue. The organization is eyeing late fall to complete the move. (The move has since been pushed into 2013.) According to a statement issued last week by the charitable organization, the purchase includes both a main building, which will be used for its new operations, along with a warehouse See 2012, page 6
MOM On the Move (Aug. 16)
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that will house the food pantry and Clothing Closet. MOMs current office in downtown Middleton is located at 7432 Hubbard Avenue. The food pantry and Clothing Closet operate at a separate building in the Middleton Business park, about three miles away, at 8710-2 Montclair Drive. Its a land contract purchase, so a Capital Campaign will be launched within a year to pay for the new facility.
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The Middleton-Cross plains Area School District (MCpASD) and its school board lost again in the latest round of a legal bout with the Middleton education Association, the union representing fulltime teachers. Dane County Circuit Court Judge C. William foust last week reaffirmed an earlier ruling, made by an independent arbitrator, which ordered the district to re-instate a middle school teacher and provide back pay for the three years since he was fired for viewing nude images on his work computer. The arbitrator ruled the district treated Andrew Harris more harshly than 37 other teachers who were also found to have inappropriate content on their work email accounts. Some teachers received no punishment at all, some received warnings, and others were temporarily suspended. Harris, who at the time was vice president of the teachers union and was a vocal critic of the school districts bargaining tactics, was fired. While the school board had known of the Thursday, Aug. 16 court date for months, it held a last-minute closed session meeting a few hours before the decision. One day later, MCpASD superintendent Don Johnson released a statement saying the district was dismayed by the circuit courts ruling.
Court Once Again Rules With MEA Union (Aug. 23)
The order to place Andrew Harris back in a teaching position is, in the view of the district, not in the best interests of our students, Johnson wrote. The board of education has directed administration and legal counsel to appeal this decision to the Court of Appeals immediately. The district will consider all options as it moves forward, but continues to contend that the accessing pornography and other inappropriate behaviors by Mr. Andrew Harris are a clear violation of district policies, our communitys standards, and common standards of public policy, Johnson continued. The priority for Middleton-Cross plains Area Schools will be to continue to advocate for a safe and positive educational environment for our students. Independent arbitrator Karen Mawhinney in february ruled the school district did not have just cause when it fired Harris, then a Glacier Creek Middle School teacher, for his actions. Mawhinney wrote the district had sufficient reason to suspend Harris for 15 days. Mawhinney ordered the district to immediately re-instate Harris and provide lost wages and compensation for benefits he would have received. The MeA had alleged Harris was fired in retaliation for his role in collective bargaining, and not strictly for his violation of the districts imprecise policy governing the use of school technology. Gregg Cramer and Mike Duren two other former teachers who were suspended around the same time should have received only written reprimands and are also owed compensation for lost wages, added the arbitrator. perry Hibner, the districts community relations specialist, said in february the MCpASD has spent approximately $343,000 in legal fees on the conflict. As of the end of July, the total had grown to $410,000. MeA attorney Willie Haus said he expected the district to continue appealing until the cows come home. The district subsequently appealed the ruling.
The July issue of Better Homes and Gardens magazine featured the garden of Karen Watson-Newlin, a Town of Middleton resident.
The Middleton Common Council last week approved a new ordinance intended to stop what some city leaders worry is a proliferation of businesses that sell carry-out alcohol. The citys new Class A fermented Malt Beverage and Class A Intoxicating Liquor License quotas mean Middleton will have far greater power to limit the number of businesses that sell alcohol, as well as the ability to prevent what some see as overly dense concentrations where libations are too readily available for purchase. Class A fermented malt beverage licenses allow the retail sale of beer for consumption off the premises. Class A liquor licenses allow the retail sale of intoxicating liquor, in-
City Cracks Down On Carry-Out Alcohol Sales (Sept. 13)
cluding wine, for consumption off the premises. Common council president Howard Teal has repeatedly voiced his concerns about the availability of alcohol in the community. He said the quotas placed on the books last week were long overdue. Its about time Middleton clamped down on handing out liquor licenses like boxes of Cracker Jacks at the state fair, said Teal. Its a first good step in limiting the number of liquor outlets in Middleton, which already has no shortage of places to buy liquor. There are currently nine combination Class A and Class A license holders in Middleton and 13 Class A license holders. Van Nutt, executive director of the Middleton Chamber of Commerce, spoke briefly to the council prior to the ordinances approval. from my perspective Id rather see it driven by market forces, Nutt said. On the other hand I understand your
responsibility from a public safety perspective.
It was the mid 1980s when Kirby Nelson brewed his first batch of Capital Brewery beer. Ronald Reagan was president, Dan Ramsey was mayor, and the term craft beer wasnt even known to most people. After nearly three decades and countless awards, Nelson will say farewell to Capital Brewery next week when he departs to take on the title of vice president/brewmaster at a large craft brewery in the works in Verona. In a letter to Capital Brewery shareholders dated Oct. 4, Tom Stitgen and Scott Wiener, the companys general manager and president, respectively, praised Nelson. Capital Brewery has been in business for more than 26 years and over that time the brewery has seen many changes in both successful and challenging times, said their joint statement. But the one constant through it all has been the great beer brewed by the team of brewers led by brewmaster Kirby Nelson. The awards recognizing this fact are quite frankly too many to count. Nelson, with his convivial personality, long white hair and hearty, malty brews, is considered by many to be one of the founding fathers of craft brewing. He began his career at Capital even before a man named Jim Koch had unveiled a beer called Samuel Adams with the Boston Beer Company. According to the brewery, Nelson will continue to consult with Brian Destree, who will become acting brewmaster. Destree previously worked at Leinenkugal and Miller Brewery. Nelson called Destree a perfect fit for Capital Brewery.
Beer Pioneer Departs (Oct. 11)
Voters emphatically approved two referendum questions placed on Tuesdays ballot by the Middleton-Cross plains Area School District. Supporters said the districts plan to See 2012, page 7
MCPASD Referendum Wins Big (Nov. 8)
rebuild Kromrey Middle School, expand Glacier Creek Middle School, and move fifth graders from their current elementary schools and into the bigger middle schools, would ease overcrowding and avoid sinking money into aging facilities. Question 1 asked for $59,860,000 to rebuild Kromrey Middle School, 7009 Donna Drive in Middleton, and expand Glacier Creek Middle School, 2800 Military Road in Cross plains. It gained approval from 68 percent of voters. The tax impact of the capital question will be about $55 per $100,000 of equalized property value. The second question asked to exceed the state-imposed revenue limit by $797,000 for recurring purposes and will lead to about $15 annually per $100,000 of equalized value. Question two was approved with 64 percent of the vote. We are ecstatic about the approval of the referendum questions. The support we have received is an overwhelming vote [of] confidence for our schools, said Middleton-Cross plains superintendent Don Johnson. It is incredibly rewarding to serve in a community that is so supportive. The board had been weighing its options ever since a set of failed referendum questions in 2009. Questions placed on the 2005 ballot also failed. The board of educations vote to go back to referendum this year was unanimous. The district expects to open the Glacier Creek addition in 2014. The rebuilt Kromrey is scheduled to open in 2014 or 2015. Thanks is due to the amazing work of the Yes, Yes Committee, our parents, and all of the voters supporting this initiative, Johnson stated. The children of our school district are the big winners, and this means that our community as a whole are the longterm winners as well. This is clearly a wise investment in our future.
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The Middleton Common Council on Sept. 18 of last year unanimously approved the purchase of 6.693 acres of land from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) at a cost not to exceed $522,000. The site, just off the Beltline Highway on Parmenter Street on the northern tip of Middleton, will be the new home of the citys Public Works Department headquarters. Middleton Common Council and the Middleton plan Commission each granted conceptual approval to the scope of the project and Meriter Health Services request for $9 million in public assistance. The development agreement depicts five phases of development, each with a different city obligation. The initial phase would include $6.8 million from the city. The city then embarked on a sometimes-harrowing quest to relocate its existing public works garage away from the land, finally opting build at a Department Of Transportation park and Ride facility to the north. But the council recently learned that Meriter representatives have requested a longer timeline. Meriter notified me on October 29 that they are requesting a one-year extension from March 1, 2014, to March 1, 2015, on the timeline for commencement of their $80 million Ambulatory Care project on Laura Lane, city administrator Mike Davis wrote to members of the city council. When the medical campus was first announced, Meriter representatives described the development as a public/private partnership between the non-profit healthcare provider and the city. The campus as proposed would come to fruition over a 20-year build-out period. proponents said it would create 50 times more taxable value than currently exists on the land in question. Skeptics questioned the impact of federal healthcare reform, and a well-publicized feud with competitors, on the project. Meriters plan is to construct the development on 12.86 acres of land that was previously held by four separate owners. The Meriter campus could eventually include ambulatory services, outpatient surgery, an emergency department and helipad, general medical facilities and other services many of which would be developed to meet new demands created by federal healthcare reform. proponents said the project would generate up to 200 new positions with average incomes of $50,000 to $55,000 annually, plus benefits. They said the facilities would act as an economic catalyst, that the lands value would increase by an estimated $80 million over the next 20 years, and that local residents would benefit directly from nearby medical services. While Meriter Medical Group is a non-profit entity, Meriter Laboratories and physicians plus are for-profit organizations that work in conjunction with Meriter Medical Group. Meriter provides approximately $40 million annually in free care in order to qualify for its non-profit status. plans for the campus began with informal discussions between Meriter and Middleton Mayor Kurt Sonnentag. Meriter then held a series of planning sessions with the Middleton Area Development Corporation (MADC). The project was unveiled to the public in 2011. John Lehman, the City of Middletons finance director, said last week that his understanding is that the Meriter project is on track despite the delay. It seems to me the question is one of when, not if, Lehman said. one for the remaining sections - died for lack of a second. District 7 alderman Hans Hilbert proposed an amendment that would have increased the levy by $159,000 to fund the acquisition of a new truck for the Middleton fire District. The motion failed, however, when five members of the eight-person council (JoAnna Richard, Jim Wexler, Susan West, Brar and paul Kinne) opposed it. The final 2013 budget is expected to increase the city mill rate by 7 percent. It includes total general fund expenditures of $21,270,407 and capital spending of $10,469,923. Along with special revenue and enterprise expenses, the budget includes total fund spending of $41,683,904. The expected mill rate for Middleton, not including taxes the city collects for other government entities, will be $6.04 per $1,000 of equalized property value. While the rate is up for the second year in a row, it still remains lower than last years rates in similarly sized communities such as Sun prairie, fitchburg, Waunakee, Stoughton and Verona. earlier this year the Middleton Common Council held a series of budget workshops at which it whittled the projected mill rate down from $6.5, which would have been a more than 15 percent increase over last years rate, which was $5.65. The mill rate settled on last week will lead to $1,691 in city taxes on a $280,000 home.
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plans to build a multifaceted new medical campus east of the Beltline at Century Avenue and Laura Lane have been delayed at least a year, according to sources close to the project. At a joint meeting in early 2011, the
Meriter Medical Project Delayed (Nov. 22)
A single citizen representing .00564 percent of the City of Middletons total denizens spoke during last weeks annual budget hearing. The Middleton Common Council hosted the public hearing prior to its approval of a 2013 budget that contains $41,683,904 in total expenditures. Two proposed amendments failed and the council voted 8-0 in favor of a resolution to levy property taxes and adopt the 2013 budget documents in the general fund and in the special revenue, debt service, capital and enterprise groups. emmy Lou Immell, the lone resident to address the council at the Nov. 28 meeting, voiced appreciation for the work done by those running the municipality but urged them to keep taxes as low as possible. District 2 alderman Gurdip Brar said he opposed the citys decision to combine the capital, operating and other budget documents into a single resolution on the meetings agenda. His motion to divide the budget vote into three components one for the capital portion, one for the operating portion, and
City Budget Approved (Dec. 6)
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Elaine Walsh Stricker
OBITUARY
MONROe - elaine Walsh Stricker, 94, passed away on Monday, December 24, 2012. She was born December 23, 1918 in Middleton, WI, the daughter of John f. and Anastasia Kennedy Walsh. The family moved to Madison where she lived and attended school. She was a graduate of edgewood. Her marriage to J. Daniel (Don) Stricker took place April 15, 1942 at St. Raphaels Cathedral, Madison. She and her husband resided in Madison until 1959 at which time they moved to Janesville. In 1963 they relocated to Monroe where she was employed by St. Clare Hospital. She served as the Assistant Medical Record Administrator until her retirement in 1983. She was a member of St. Victor Catholic parish. elaine was a steadfast UW Badger and Green Bay packer fan. She was preceded in death by her
devoted husband Don and her sisters, Gladys Lathers, florence Walsh, Helen Schaeffer and Bernadine Daniels. She is survived by her four loving children, Marykay S. Tullis of Moraga, CA, Gerard W. of San francisco, J Daniel of Warren, CT, and Barbra Stricker Studer of Monroe; her thoughtful sonsin-law, ernie Studer of Monroe and Richard Tullis of Moraga, CA; her caring grandchildren, Katie and Meghan Studer, Charly and Matthew Tullis, Sara Tullis Regan, erin Tullis Howard and Lilly; her great grandchildren Sierra, Devin, Ryan and Riley Regan and Ty Tullis; her nieces, ellie Beilmann and Sally OMalley Lathers; and her nephew, eddie Daniels . A memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013 at 11:30 a.m. at St. Victor Catholic Church, 1760 14th St., Monroe. private interment will be at the mausoleum in Resurrection Cemetery in Madison. friends and relatives are invited to visit with her family from 10:30 a.m. preceding the memorial Mass at the church. The family requests that flowers be omitted and that memorials be made to the Knights of Columbus Badger Camp fund or the University of Wisconsin foundation Speech and Hearing Clinic fund #1254723. Newcomer funeral Home, Monroe is assisting the family. Her lifelong sense of style is undeniable. And until we meet again, may God bless her and hold her in the palm of his hand.
Kendall Avery Egert

Brenda and Korby egert announce the birth of their daughter, Kendall Avery, born November 24, 2012 at prentice Womens Hospital in Chicago, IL. At birth, the newborn weighted 8 pounds 3 ounces and measured 20.5 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Tom and Diane Kramer, Middleton and paternal grandparents are Gary and Debbie egert, Dixon, IL. Maternal great-grandparents are Lorraine and (the late) Winfield Buchanan of Madison, WI.
BIRTH
Middleton Outreach Ministry (MOM), an area non-profit working to prevent homelessness and end hunger, in a press release recently thanked the community for providing gifts for more than 1,600 children, adults and seniors in need through the Sharing Christmas program. Throughout the month of December, community groups, businesses and individuals came together to provide more than $80,000 worth of gifts to people in
Community members brought hope to more than 1,600 people in need through MOMs Sharing Christmas program
need. It was incredible to watch people spread the word about the help that was needed, said Kathy Hansen, executive Director of Middleton Outreach Ministry. every year the need in the community grows, and every year, the community pulls together to make sure that each and every individual, senior or family that successfully applied for the program receives gifts and has a hopeful holiday season.
A client whose family received gifts this year wrote the following to thank their donor: You have no idea what a surprise it is that there are people like you with such good will and such love for others and an enormous heart. I dont have words to tell you how grateful we are, or how happy you have made our family. Donors to the program found the program just as fulfilling, according to Judy Kujoth, Case Manager and Sharing Christmas Coordinator.
Green Thursday: Tools and Tips for Residential Water Conservation will take place today, January 3, at 7 p.m. in the Willy West Co-Op Community Room, 6825 University Avenue. The event is free and all are welcome. even with the recent snowfall, 88 percent of Wisconsin continues to experience drought. Join this seminar to learn about steps citizens can all take
Tools and Tips for Water Conservation tonight

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Middletonians can resolve to read more this year with the Middleton public Librarys Adult Winter Reading program. The program will run Monday, Jan. 7 through Thursday, feb. 29.
Winter Reading Program starts Monday

Read 30 hours and become eligible for great prizes like Barnes & Noble gift cards, gift certificates to local restaurants and more. participants choose what to read; blogs, newspa-
to conserve water indoors and out. Janean Spears-Dimmig, of Gerhards, will talk about water conserving plumbing fixtures. The group will also discuss no-cost or low-cost practices that reduce water use. Nathan Conroy will demonstrate H20Score.com, an innovative website that helps individuals make smart water conservation decisions by providing personalized water
use information. City of Middleton residents can also register for the 2013 Water Conservation Challenge, a free contest sponsored by the Sustainability Committee, with prizes provided by local businesses. Information on the Water Conservation Challenge is available on the citys website.
by Amanda Struckmeyer Middleton Public Library
pers, and audio books all count. for more information, stop by the lower-level reference desk or call 608827-7403.
Middleton Kiwanis made its annual donation to Middleton Outreach Ministry at the service clubs December 13 meeting. Pictured above, Chuck Foulke, right, presents the check to Middleton Outreach Ministry executive director Kathy Hansen.
Kiwanis gives to MOM
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Drum power! A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will take place Monday, Jan. 21 from 2-3 p.m. at the Middleton public Library Archer Meeting Room. Drum and dance has played an important and significant role in the expression of social protest, struggle, and proclamations of triumph throughout history. Yorel Lashley, a professional West African, Afro-Cuban, and Brazilian percussionist and creator of Drum power will entertain, educate, empower, and inspire us as we celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement. Children, teens, and adults are welcome to join the library for this intergenerational program. Stop by the Main Level Help Desk or call 608-6285028 to sign up.
Drum Power! celebrates MLK Jr.
The start of a new year always feels like a new start, a fresh beginning. I like to set goals for the year, and looking toward the coming year seems like looking down a road with countless twists, turns, and possible destinations, to be determined largely by my choices and actions. Will I achieve my goal of publishing an original knitting pattern, walking down the path of careful calculation and creativity? Will I wander down the road of organization by finally putting all of our photos into albums? Will I explore the road of simplicity and practicality through my goal of eliminating one fourth of our kitchen items? Only time will tell! If youre looking for a few books to inspire you on your walk through 2013, try these: James Marshalls retelling of Red Riding Hood is perfect for older readers who think theyre beyond picture books. Theyll love the subtle humor and frank characters. As usual, Red Riding Hood goes to see Granny, and as usual, a wolf meets her along the wooded path and accompanies her to Grannys house. He eats not only Granny, but Red, too. Not to worry, though; a brave hunter is on the way! What sets this book apart from the many versions out there are the details: the wolfs stylish straw hat, an empty box of afterdinner mints lying open next to a sleeping wolf, and plenty of cats throughout the story whose facial expressions beg to be examined time and time again. Kenneth Grahames classic, The
Beginning on the Path of 2013
Wind in the Willows, has been making readers laugh for over 100 years. Mole is tired of spring cleaning, so he and his new friend Ratty enjoy time together on the river. They picnic, ride around on Rattys rowboat, and venture to Toad Hall to visit Toad. Toad is obsessed with horse-drawn caravans, and he, Mole, and Ratty head out on the open road together. Before long, though, they encounter an automobile, and suddenly Toads focus changes from caravans to motor cars. What follows is a rollicking adventure highlighted by hilarious personalities, villains, and true friends. families will love reading this one together; look for an illustrated version for picture enthusiasts. Also check out Return to the Willows, a recently published sequel by Jacqueline Kelly. Show More Show Less Clover Twig and the Perilous Path is a charming chapter book by Kaye Umansky, featuring Johanna Wrights illustrations. Young Clover Twig is a housekeeper for Mrs. eckles, an eccentric, good-natured witch. One day, witch Granny Dismal comes to visit, warning Clover and Mrs. eckles about the return of the perilous path. The path has existed for years, but it hasnt been spotted in a long time. Now its back, bringing danger to the woods. Clover is the only one in town who isnt familiar with the paths tricks and traps. What will happen when she accidentally ends up on the perlious path? Young readers will love the adventure, humor, and lovable characters; check out Clover Twig and the Magical Cottage for more fun.
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Middletons girls reach title game at Franklin tourney

by ROB REISCHEL
Times-Tribune
No shame in second
FRANKLIN GIRLS BASKETBALL HOLIDAY TOURNAMENT
by ROB REISCHEL
Times-Tribune
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Staples plays hero as Cards rally past King

FRANKLIN Natalie Staples will be the first to tell you, it didnt matter if she ever made another shot on the basketball court much less a game-winner. Now that its happened, though, Staples admits its a world a fun. Just 28 months ago, Staples nearly lost her left arm and her life in an ATV accident. Last friday, Staples completed her remarkable comeback in grand fashion. Staples, a senior guard for Middletons girls basketball team, played hero for the Cardinals during the semifinals of the Christine Rathke Memorial Tournament at franklin. first, Staples hit a three-pointer with 22 seconds left to give Middleton its first lead of the second half against powerful Milwaukee King. Staples then blocked a potential game-tying three-pointer by Kings Shakeela fowler at the buzzer to preserve a 62-59 win. Ive never made a game-winning shot in my life, so that was pretty great, said Staples, whose team improved to 5-3. I was just kind of in the moment and was feeling it, so See KING, page 16
FRANKLIN Sure, a title would have been sweet. But for a Middletons girls basketball team searching for consistency, last weekend was a terrific success. The Cardinals reached the championship game of the fifth annual Christine Rathke Memorial Tournament held at franklin High School. There, Middleton fell to host franklin, 68-57. Still, reaching the title game at a power-packed tournament was a huge stepping stone for the Cardinals. Were improving , but we have to get better defensively and be more secure with the ball, said Middleton coach Jeff Kind, whose team was plagued by turnovers in the title game. Its good to win two of three, but still a lot to improve on. Middleton, which has reached the WIAA Division 1 state tournament five straight years, had to replace four starters from a year ago. In addition, the Cardinals played the first month of the season without Liz McMahon their best player and only returning starter from a year ago. But Middleton is beginning to round into form, and showed at the franklin tournament how dangerous it can be come March. first, the Cardinals rolled past See FRANKLIN, page 15
Middleton drops a heartbreaker

Cardinals fall to Edgewood
by ROB REISCHEL
Times-Tribune
Shannon McCauley and Middletons girls basketball team finished second at the Franklin Tournament last weekend.
Times-Tribune photo by Mary Langenfeld
They were shorthanded, under the weather and sluggish most of the night. Still, Middletons boys basketball team rallied from an 18-point deficit against Madison edgewood last friday. Down the stretch, though, the Crusaders made more big plays and pulled out a hard fought, 50-49 nonconference win. We looked like we were sick, Middleton coach Kevin Bavery said. Guys were trying to run but looked like they were in quicksand.
Middleton played without four of its top 10 players, including standout guard Derek Rongstad (hand) and starting forward Chris Little (flu). Still, the Cardinals battled back from a huge hole to make the final moments thrilling. Kenji passini, who led Middleton with 12 points, scored five straight points late to put the Cardinals ahead, 49-48. first, passini drilled a threepointer. Then passini made two free throws with 28 seconds remaining to give Middleton the lead. edgewoods paul Mutch answered with two free throws of his own to give the Crusaders a 50-49 lead. Middleton had a chance to win it, but Max Oelerich missed a 12-footer. The Cardinals grabbed the rebound, but then turned the ball over with 0.6 seconds left and edgewood ran out the See BOYS BB, page 17
Derek Rogeberg (left) and Middletons boys basketball team fell to Madison Edgewood, 50-49, last Friday.
Cain takes 3rd at 138 pounds

by ROB REISCHEL
Times-Tribune
Wrestlers fare well at Bi-State

Middletons wrestling team finished ninth among 18 teams at the BiState Classic in La Crosse last weekend. Wausau West won the tournament with 321.5 points, while Holmen (237), Hudson (226.5), Mount Horeb/Barneveld (208) and Lakeville South (190) rounded out the top five. Middleton finished with 126 points. Senior Jake Cain was Middletons top finisher, placing third at 138 pounds. Cain opened by pinning Donald Bruce of Bloomington Kennedy in 2 minutes, 38 seconds. Cain then pinned John Hentrich of Belmont/platteville in 2:19. In the third round, Cain pinned Mount Horeb/Barnevelds Klayton Krantz in 48 seconds. Cain then defeated Holmen standout Ryan Stalsberg, 3-2. In the semifinals, Cain fell to Maustons Colin Dolata, 9-1. Cain battled back, though, and downed DeSotos Isaac Brosinski, 83, in the consolation semifinals. Then in the third place match, Cain topped Monroes Kevin Klopfenstein, 8-3. Grant Laurent earned a sixth place finish for the Cardinals. Laurent received a first round bye, then pinned DeSotos Kris Karstetter in 2:36. Laurent followed that with a 3-1 sudden victory over Danny Trimmer of Athens. Laurent then notched a 134 win over Cody Willis of Weston/Ithaca. But Laurent lost in the semifinals, the consolation semis and the fifth place match and settled for sixth overall. Shay Haase also had a solid tournament for the Cardinals and finished in 12th place at 160 pounds. Haase received a first round bye, then pinned James Marks of Boscobel in 3:44. Haase lost his third round match, but bounced back to defeat Mason McCauley of Weston/Ithaca, 70. Haase then pinned Lucas Kastner of Cuba City/Southwestern in 2:42. But Haase lost his next three matches and settled for 12th. Jacob Laurent had a solid weekend, going 3-2 at 145 pounds, while Nathan Dresen (182), Lon Yeary (220) and Sean Benedict (285) all went 3-2, as well. Brett Cain (113) and Wyatt Cory (195) both went 2-2 overall.
113 - Brett Cain's place is unknown and has scored 8.00 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Brett Cain (Middleton) 13-8 received a bye () (Bye) Champ. Round 2 - Brett Cain (Middleton) 13-8 won by pin over Dylan Smith (La Crosse Logan) 9-5 (pin 1:41) Champ. Round 3 - Ben Thornton (La Crosse Central) 21-0 won by pin over Brett Cain (Middleton) 13-8 (pin 1:50) Cons. Round 4 - Travis Syvrud (Mt Horeb/Barneveld) 8-7 won by major decision over Brett Cain (Middleton) 13-8 (Maj 15-6)
Champ. Round 1 - Mike O`Shea (Middleton) 10-10 received a bye () (Bye) Champ. Round 2 - Ben Hansen (Verona) 187 won by pin over Mike O`Shea (Middleton) 1010 (pin 5:25) Cons. Round 2 - Mike O`Shea (Middleton) 10-10 won in sudden victory - 1 over Brandon Beggs (Auburndale) 6-8 (SV-1 10-8) Cons. Round 3 - Mike O`Shea (Middleton) 10-10 won by decision over ely flesch (Baraboo) 7-7 (Dec 4-3) Cons. Round 4 - Mason Berceau (Luxemburg-Casco) 16-8 won by pin over Mike O`Shea (Middleton) 10-10 (pin 2:05)
132 - Shane Bishop's place is unknown and has scored 0.00 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Austen Chafer (Richland Center) 11-5 won by pin over Shane Bishop (Middleton) 3-5 (pin 1:14) Cons. Round 1 - Shane Bishop (Middleton) 3-5 received a bye () (Bye) Cons. Round 2 - Nathan Schomberg (West Salem/Bangor) 11-6 won by pin over Shane Bishop (Middleton) 3-5 (pin 0:58)
See WRESTLERS, page 18
Middletons Brett Cain went 2-2 at the Bi-State Classic last weekend.
120 - Justin Swiersz's place is unknown and has scored 0.00 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Trevor Kottke (Athens) 85 won by decision over Justin Swiersz (Middleton) 7-11 (Dec 12-6) Cons. Round 1 - Justin Swiersz (Middleton) 7-11 received a bye () (Bye) Cons. Round 2 - ethan Leis (Cashton) 13-7 won by pin over Justin Swiersz (Middleton) 7-11 (pin 2:47) 126 - Mike O`Shea's place is unknown and has scored 2.00 team points.
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Cardinals sloppy, but still too much for Eagles

by ROB REISCHEL
Times-Tribune
Middleton races past Racine Case

FRANKLIN The final score made some of the numbers easier to digest. But just slightly. Middletons girls basketball team notched a 59-36 win over Racine Case in the opening round of the Christine Rathke Memorial Tournament held at franklin High School last Thursday. While the Cardinals were thrilled with the win, they werent so happy with their 31 turnovers and 14-of-30 night at the free throw line. You wont win many like that, Middleton coach Jeff Kind said. This is such a young bunch. Its really just a matter of us being focused. Were in such a big hurry. It just led to a lot of unforced turnovers. There was a lot of good for a Middleton team that improved to 43. Junior forward Liz McMahon in her third game back from a broken finger led all players with 24 points and 11 rebounds. McMahon made 10-of-16 shots from the field, was a force in the paint, and even helped Middletons guards break the eagles full court pressure. It was a fun game to play in, McMahon said. But after missing some games (four), theyre all fun. Middletons defense was solid
throughout. The Cardinals held Case to 15-of63 shooting (23.8%) and forced the eagles into 30 turnovers. Middleton also held a 48-37 rebounding edge, led by McMahons 11 and 10 from sophomore forward Cole Jordee. Senior point guard Shannon McCauley scored all nine of her points in the first half including seven in the first quarter. And Middleton rotated 11 players most of the game, which seemed to wear out a Case team that couldnt match the Cardinals depth. I think thats how well play with this team, Kind said of going deep into his bench. I think Liz and Shannon, and probably Cole too, will need to be on the floor most of the time. But I think it helps us to have depth and rotate the rest of those players a lot. Middleton scored the first five points of the game and never trailed. McCauley opened the game with a pair of free throws and senior guard Natalie Staples drilled a three-pointer. The Cardinals later embarked on a 9-2 burst to take a 14-4 lead. McCauley started the fun with a three-point play, Leah Wolff drilled a three-pointer and McMahon converted a three-point play. Middleton finished the first quarter shooting 6-of-12 from the floor including 2-of-4 from three-point land and took a 20-12 lead. Just three nights earlier, the Cardinals scored 22 total points in a loss at Verona. Well the offense was a lot better, Kind said. At times it was a little ragged, but this was the kind of pace we like. Case pulled within 21-17 midway through the second quarter. But Middleton closed the half on a 10-2 run to take a 31-19 lead. McMahon had five points in the burst, including a lay-up with just three seconds left in the half. Jordee banked in a three-pointer and McCauley who went 7-of-7 from the line made two free throws. I think its definitely going to take us some time to click with me back now, McMahon said. But I remember watching us against Janesville parker thinking how good we can be. I think we have a lot of
talent. We just need some time to play together. Middleton then opened the second half on an 11-2 run making it a 21-4 surge overall and raced to a 42-21 advantage. Staples scored to open the second half, then McMahon drilled a threepointer to make it 36-19. After a Case basket, McMahon converted a rebound basket and junior center Anna Bunyan scored four straight points. Middletons lead was 46-25 after three quarters and grew to as many as 24 in the fourth as the Cardinals
Cole Jordee and Middletons girls basketball team rolled past Racine Case at the Franklin Tournament last weekend. cruised home. Its really a big weekend for the team down here, Kind said. Its important for bonding and chemistry. I think we can figure out our leaders and define some roles. So even though it wasnt always pretty, this was a good start.
Dec. 27 Middleton 59, Racine Case 36 Racine Case ........ 12 7 6 11 36 Middleton ...... 20 11 15 13 59 RACINE CASE (fg-fga ft-fta pts)
Mya Collum 3-17 0-0 6, Azaria floyd 3-10 2-4 8, Kylaa Carter 4-13 1-2 9, Brette Logic 2-9 0-2 4, Mileesha Hamilton 0-1 1-2 1, Melissa James 1-3 0-0 2, Brandee Urquardt 1-2 0-0 2, Marquesa Long 0-3 0-0 0, Monique Cooper 0-1 0-0 0, Kaitlyn McIntosh 1-4 0-0 2. Totals: 16-63 4-10 36. MIDDLETON Liz McMahon 10-16 3-6 24, Shannon McCauley 1-8 7-7 9, Jenna Blair 12 0-4 2, Natalie Staples 2-5 0-2 5, Cole Jordee 29 0-0 5, Darcy Dean 0-4 1-4 1, Anna Bunyan 2-5 0-2 4, Leah Wolff 1-1 0-0 3, Kelly Roach 0-0 2-2 2, Darby Raffel 1-3 0-0 3, Kayla Bauhs 0-0 1-2 1, Amy Ticknor 0-0 0-1 0. Totals: 20-53 14-30 59. Three-point goals M 5 (McMahon, Staples, Jordee, Wolff, Raffel).
Staples delivers ultimate feel good story

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Rob Reischel
FRANKLIN Ill be the first to admit, Im jaded. Twenty-plus years in this business will do that to even the most pie-insky optimists. for every great kid and terrific story, theres another one and maybe more to muck things up. But every now and again comes a story that restores your faith in, well, really everything thats good about people and life. In this case, that story bleeds into the sporting world, as well. Meet Natalie Staples, a remarkably determined, strong-minded, and resolute member of Middletons girls basketball team. If ever there was a poster child for perseverance, its Staples. By now many of you likely know Staples incredible story. In Aug., 2010, Staples and a group of six friends went for an ATV ride on the familys 16-acre property in Cross plains. They hit a patch of gravel and the vehicle flipped. The six passengers went to the right. Natalie the driver flew to the left, the ATV landed on her and nearly severed her left arm. Initially, doctors told Natalies family there was a 5% chance of saving her arm. Doctors couldnt ensue shed live either. Amazingly, though, a team of surgeons was able to save the Natalies arm and her life. Natalie spent 28 days in the hospital, and has undergone a remarkable 24 surgeries. Staples has made it back, though, and her amazing comeback was capped with a Hollywood-ending last friday. Middleton trailed Milwaukee King, 59-57, in the waning seconds of a semifinal game at the Christine Rathke Memorial Tournament held at franklin High School. Cardinals forward Liz McMahon drove the lane and kicked the ball to a wideopen Staples in the left corner. Staples, one of Middletons top shooters, didnt hesitate. Instead, she let a three-pointer fly that splashed through the net and gave Middleton a 60-59 lead its first of the second half. The Cardinals went on to post a 62-59 win over the Generals, the team that toppled Middleton in the state semifinals last year. And in the ultimate feel-good story, it was Staples who finished the night with 15 points who played hero. Making it even sweeter is that Staples parents and older sister Madeline three people who were instrumental in her comeback were there to watch Natalies heroics. That was awesome, teammate Anna Bunyan said of Staples gamewinner. Middleton coach Jeff Kind agreed. She can be very proud of just being out there physically and she is continuing to learn and improve the mental parts of her game, Kind said. She has been a significant contributor so far this season and I expect she will become better yet. Staples was one of the bright,
Natalie Staples has overcome enormous odds and become one of the top players for Middletons girls basketball team. young stars in the Middleton program before her accident. But the injury and painstaking recovery certainly set her back. Staples returned to the court late in her sophomore season. Then last year, Staples was a key reserve on Middletons state semifinal team. playing time seemed like a silly thing to worry about though. Staples was alive and thrilled to be part of one of the states top programs. But as Staples health has continually improved, so have her expectations. I know I can be a big part of this team, said the bubbly and effervescent Staples. Its great to be out here, sure. But Im just a lot more confident now and feel like I can be a big contributor. Thats certainly been the case so far this season. Staples, who still wears a protective sleeve on her left arm, has been Middletons starting shooting guard most of the year. Shes been a solid outside shooter and ranks third on the team with 8.6 points per game. Nats has made great strides, Kind said. None bigger than last week, when Staples played hero against
Milwaukee King. Its the type of story to make the most cynical of folks stand and cheer. put me at the front of the line.
Racine Case, 59-36. The Cardinals followed that with a 62-59 comefrom-behind win over Milwaukee King, last years state runner-up. The Cardinals led franklin by as many as 11 points early on in the title game. But the host Sabres got rolling from three-point range and eventually toppled the Cardinals. Still, the three-day trip south brought far more good than bad. I think were going to be a very good team, Middleton senior guard Natalie Staples said. We lost a lot of people and then didnt have Liz at the start. So people werent expecting us to be as good. But I think were starting to show some people what were capable of. Cardinals junior center Anna Bunyan agreed. Theres a lot of potential, Bunyan said. I think once we play together for a few more weeks, we have a chance to be really good. The Cardinals were really good at the outset of the franklin game. Middleton raced to a 14-9 lead after the first quarter. The Cardinals extended that advantage to 26-15 early in the second after a three-pointer from senior guard Darcy Dean, who had a career-high 17 points. We knew we could play so much better than that, franklin senior Jenny eickhorst told guard jsonline.com. We have too many good players that can step up and play. We just needed to come together and click. The Sabres began doing just that. franklin a team that lives and dies with the three-point shot began getting hit from beyond the arc. Middleton, meanwhile had six turnovers on its final eight possessions of the second quarter. That allowed franklin to close the half on an 11-2 burst and pull within 28-26 by halftime. The Sabres stayed hot at the start of the third quarter, scored on their first seven possessions and hit four threepointers during the barrage. That allowed franklin to open the second half on a 16-4 blitz capping a 27-6 run overall and take a 42-32 lead. We allowed too much dribble penetration, Kind said. Not enough discipline defensively. Middleton refused to go away, though. Sophomore forward Cole Jordee
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drilled a three-pointer to pull Middleton within 47-42 heading to the fourth quarter. And in the final period, McMahon who was later named to the alltournament team had 12 of her game-high 21 points. But franklins Cassidy Mihalko who was named MVp of the tournament had nine of her 18 points in the fourth quarter. And after pulling within three points early in the fourth, Middleton never could come closer than six the rest of the way. We missed a couple free throws and had a couple bad turnovers down the stretch, Kind said. Still, the weekend was largely a success. And with the heart of the Big eight Conference season now here, Middleton appears ready for a run. Theres a lot of really good things we can get from this tournament, Kind said. I think its the perfect thing for us this (holiday) break. We want to use it as a springboard. On deck: Middleton hosts Sun prairie (5-2, 4-1) Thursday at 7:30 p.m. The Cardinals then host Madison West Jan. 9 at 7:30 p.m. in a make-up game from Dec. 20.
Middletons Liz McMahon was named to the all-tournament team at the Franklin To u r n a m e n t last weekend.
Dec. 30 Franklin 68, Middleton 57 Middleton ...... 14 14 14 15 57 Franklin ..... 9 17 21 21 68 MIDDLETON Dean 17, McMahon 21, McCauley 6, Staples 2, Jordee 7, Bunyan 4. Totals: 17 17-23 57. FRANKLIN Mihalko 20, Nord 13, eickhorst 11, McCuen 4, Schell 3, Mudd 11, Neumann 2, Graverson 4. Totals: 22 17-22 68. Three-point goals: M 6 (Dean 5, Jordee); f 7 (Nord 2, eickhorst 2, Mihalko, Schell, Mudd).
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I let it go. The game was a rematch of last years WIAA Division 1 state semifinals won by the Generals. And while the stakes werent as high, the drama was certainly on par. It was a great win, Middleton coach Jeff Kind said. We really had to battle. We still have a lot of room for improvement and need to clean a lot of things up. But we definitely made some big plays at the end of the game. And how. Middleton trailed, 58-53, with 1 minute 40 seconds left. But the Cardinals scored on their final four possessions, closed the game on a 91 run and notched their biggest win of the year. Middleton junior center Anna Bunyan had 16 points and 10 rebounds in what Kind called, the game of her life. Staples had 10 of her 15 points in the second half, while junior forward Liz McMahon added nine points and sophomore forward Cole Jordee had eight. King junior forward Brooksie McWilliams led the Generals (7-2) with 16 points, while fowler had 14 points and five assists, and sophomore forward Akaylah Hayes added 11 points. After the state semifinals last year, we just wanted to prove we could beat them, Bunyan said. I thought our team was very confident and ready to go. Certainly down the stretch they were. first, McMahon scored to trim the Cardinals deficit to 58-55 with 1:30 remaining. following a King free throw, Staples rebounded her own miss and scored to pull Middleton within 59-57 with 53 ticks left. The Cardinals pressed full court and trapped the Generals whenever possible, then got the mistake they craved by forcing an over-and-back violation with 37.6 seconds left. On Middletons ensuing possession, McMahon drove through the lane and Kings defense collapsed. McMahon then found Staples all alone in the left corner, and the Cardinals sharp-shooter buried the go-ahead three-pointer. It was Middletons first lead of the second half. even when we were down, everybody stayed really positive, Staples said. And I thought our team did a really good job of keeping their composure. fowler had a chance to give the Generals the lead back, but the lightning-quick point guard missed a floater in the lane with 10 seconds left. Bunyan grabbed the rebound, was fouled, and made two free throws to give Middleton a 62-59 lead with 8.5 seconds left. fowler had one final chance to tie the game and force overtime. But
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Staples partially blocked fowlers three-pointer from the top of the key and the Cardinals were soon celebrating. It was a very frustrating finish to the game, King coach Craig Machut said. With such a young team like we have, we have to learn how to finish games. We just havent mastered that yet. We played well in the middle quarters, but we didnt pull away when we had the chance. And we paid for it later on. Middleton played a solid first half and led throughout. The Cardinals biggest advantage came at 21-13 early in the second quarter following a basket by Jordee. But King closed the half strong and pulled within 27-26 at the break when fowler drilled a three-point shot at the horn. The Generals then opened the third quarter on an 8-1 run highlighted by four points from both fowler and Hayes and took a 3428 lead. They kind of took control in the middle of the game, Kind said. They were beating us to some loose balls and getting a lot of second chance points. Middleton tied the game twice, but never took the lead. Until Staples played hero, that is. I had a good summer and made some big strides, but knew I really had to prove myself this year, said Staples, who was a reserve on Middletons state semifinals team last year, but has moved into the starting lineup this season. Still, I didnt think Id get this much playing time. This has been a lot of fun. Nothing was quite as fun as the late rally for a young Middleton team thats beginning to find itself. It was a great win, said Bunyan, who made 7-of-8 free throws and knocked down a three-pointer. One of our goals is to always play hard, not soft. And I think that really helped us. Kind agreed. This was a really good win for us, he said. And I think by the end of the year were going to be a pretty good team. These games can really help you get better. I hope this is a building block.
Kelly Roach and Middletons girls basketball reached the championship game at the Franklin Tournament last weekend.
Dec. 29 Milwaukee King ... 13 13 18 15 59 Middleton . 19 8 15 20 62 MIDDLETON Wolff 4, Dean 3, Raffel 3, McMahon 9, McCauley 4, Staples 15, Jordee 8, Bunyan 16. Totals 23 21-30 62. MILWAUKEE KING Gilliam 4, fowler 14, Sally 6, Martin 3, Dye 2, Hayes 11, McWilliams 16, Davis 1, Chappelle 2. Totals 27 8-14 59. 3-point goals Mi 5 (Wolff 1, Raffel 1, Staples 2, Bunyan 1), MK 3 (fowler 2, Sally 1). Total fouls Mi 20, MK 19.
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5:45 p.m. Girls freshman Red basketball vs. Sun prairie Red 5:45 p.m. Girls freshman White basketball vs. Sun prairie White 7:30 p.m. Girls varsity basketball vs. Sun prairie
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Saturday, Jan. 4
TBD Boys varsity hockey at Onalaska 5:30 p.m. Boys varsity swimming at Beloit Memorial w/Verona 5:30 p.m. Boys JV swimming at Beloit Memorial w/Verona 5:45 p.m. Boys JV basketball vs. Madison La follette 5:45 p.m. Boys freshman Red basketball vs. Madison La follette Red 5:45 p.m. Boys freshman Gray basketball vs. Middleton White 7 p.m. Girls varsity hockey at University School of Milwaukee 7:30 p.m. Boys varsity basketball vs. Madison La follette 10 a.m. Boys varsity diving at Neenah 10 a.m. Varsity wrestling at Baraboo Invitational 10 a.m. JV wrestling at Baraboo Invitational 11 a.m. Varsity gymnastics at Mount Horeb Invitational 1 p.m. Boys sophomore basketball vs. Appleton east 2:45 p.m. Boys varsity basketball vs. Appleton east 7:30 p.m. Girls varsity hockey vs. fox Valley Stars at Madison Ice Arena 7:45 p.m. Boys varsity hockey at Beloit Memorial 7 p.m. Boys JV basketball at Monona Grove 7 p.m. Boys freshman basketball at Monona Grove
Monday, Jan. 7 Tuesday, Jan. 8
L u k e Schafer (top), Max Oelerich (left) and M i d d l e t o n s boys basketball team fell to Madison Edgewood last Friday.
Wednesday, Jan. 9 Thursday, Jan. 10
6 p.m. Girls freshman Red basketball at Madison edgewood 6:30 p.m. JV wrestling vs. Sun prairie 7 p.m. Boys varsity hockey at Sun prairie 7 p.m. Varsity wrestling vs. Sun prairie 7:30 p.m. Girls JV hockey at Baraboo 5:45 p.m. Girls freshman Red basketball vs. Madison West
Friday, Jan. 11
5 p.m. Boys JV swimming at Madison Memorial Invitational 5:45 p.m. Boys sophomore basketball at Madison Memorial 5:45 p.m. Boys freshman Red basketball vs. Madison Memorial Green 5:45 p.m. Boys freshman White basketball vs. Madison Memorial White 6 p.m. Varsity gymnastics vs. Janesville parker 7:30 p.m. Boys varsity basketball at Madison Memorial 7:30 p.m. Girls varsity hockey at Baraboo 5 p.m. Boys varsity diving at Nicolet 5:30 p.m. Boys varsity swimming at Middleton Triangular w/Janesville Craig and Chippewa falls 5:45 p.m. Girls JV basketball vs. Madison La follette 5:45 p.m. Girls freshman White basketball vs. Madison La follette 7 p.m. Girls freshman Red basketball at Waunakee 7:30 p.m. Girls varsity basketball vs. Madison La follette 8 p.m. Boys varsity hockey vs. Madison Memorial
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clock. I thought it was in, Bavery said of Oelerichs final shot. We had one timeout left, but played it out after the free throws by them as I thought were better just playing. I didnt want them to switch defenses, etc., and we did get a great look. In addition to passinis 12 points, junior guard Luke Schafer added 10. edgewood senior forward Sam Schemmel led the Crusaders with 12 points, while Connor McGinnis added 10. edgewood raced to an 11-8 lead after the first quarter and stretched that to 31-19 by halftime. The Cardinals began to mount a comeback and
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closed within 41-34 after three quarters. Middleton kept charging in the fourth quarter, and eventually took a late lead. But the Cardinals couldnt hold on and complete an enormous come-from-behind win. It would have been a big win being so short-handed and to come back from so far down, Bavery said. We have a big flurry coming up. On deck: Middleton hosts Madison La follette friday at 7:30 p.m., then hosts Appleton east Saturday at 3:30 p.m. The Cardinals then travel to Janesville Craig on Jan. 8 for a makeup game and travel to Madison
Memorial Jan. 10 at 7:30 p.m. Rongstad, who broke his hand during a win over Verona on Dec. 13, should be back in the next week. (Rongstad) has his cast off, can do skills work now and might be released by La follette, Bavery said. But realistically he is shooting for the Memorial game. With Craig rescheduled, maybe that will be the new target date.
7 a.m. Boys varsity diving invitational at MHS 8:30 p.m. JV wrestling at Middleton Invite 10 a.m. Varsity gymnastics at Madison east Invitational 11 a.m. Boys JV swimming at Middleton Invite 11 a.m. Boys varsity swimming at Middleton Invite 3:30 p.m. Girls varsity hockey vs. Arrowhead 5:45 p.m. Boys JV basketball vs. Beloit Memorial 5:45 p.m. Boys freshman Red basketball vs. Beloit Memorial White 5:45 p.m. Boys freshman White basketball vs. Beloit Memorial purple 6 p.m. Boys JV hockey vs. Waunakee at Deforest 7:30 p.m. Boys varsity basketball vs. Beloit Memorial
Dec. 29 Madison Edgewood .... 11 20 10 9 50 Middleton ... 8 11 15 15 49 MADISON EDGEWOOD Miller 1, Wies, Schemmel 12, Wendler 6, McGinnis 10, Moran 6, Mutch 9. MIDDLETON Hill 9, passini 12, Schafer 10, Oelerich 7, Rogeberg 5, Schultz 4, Brown 2.
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195 - Wyatt Cory's place is unknown and has scored 6.00 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Wyatt Cory (Middleton) 13-9 received a bye () (Bye) Champ. Round 2 - Wyatt Cory (Middleton) 13-9 won by decision over Scott Rohlfing (Verona) 8-7 (Dec 10-5) Champ. Round 3 - Tommy petersen (Lakeville South) 20-0 won by pin over Wyatt Cory (Middleton) 13-9 (pin 3:23)
182 - Nathan Dresen's place is unknown and has scored 10.00 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Nathan Dresen (Middleton) 12-10 won by pin over Dave Wagner (Caledonia/Houston/Spring Grove) 1-5 (pin 1:12) Champ. Round 2 - David Chadd (Lancaster) 19-5 won by pin over Nathan Dresen (Middleton) 12-10 (pin 2:47) Cons. Round 2 - Nathan Dresen (Middleton) 12-10 received a bye () (Bye) Cons. Round 3 - Nathan Dresen (Middleton) 12-10 won by pin over Will Gibson (eastview) 58 (pin 4:12) Cons. Round 4 - forrest Thill (Cuba City/Southwestern) 8-7 won by decision over Nathan Dresen (Middleton) 12-10 (Dec 7-4)
170 - Taggart Haase's place is unknown and has scored 4.00 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Taggart Haase (Middleton) 15-6 won by forfeit over forfeit forfeit (La Crosse Central) 0-2 (ff) Champ. Round 2 - Brandon Schmitz (Cashton) 16-7 won by decision over Taggart Haase (Middleton) 15-6 (Dec 6-4) Cons. Round 2 - Cody Glass (Lancaster) 4-2 won in sudden victory - 1 over Taggart Haase (Middleton) 15-6 (SV-1 5-0)
160 - Shay Haase's place is 12th and has scored 14.00 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Shay Haase (Middleton) 13-6 received a bye () (Bye) Champ. Round 2 - Shay Haase (Middleton) 13-6 won by pin over James Marks (Boscobel) 98 (pin 3:44) Champ. Round 3 - Justin Dolata (Mauston) 12-3 won by decision over Shay Haase (Middleton) 13-6 (Dec 7-4) Cons. Round 4 - Shay Haase (Middleton) 136 won by decision over Mason McCauley (Weston/Ithaca) 13-6 (Dec 7-0) Cons. Round 5 - Shay Haase (Middleton) 136 won by pin over Lucas Kastner (Cuba City/Southwestern) 9-8 (pin 2:42) Cons. Round 6 - Jared Mataczynski (Wausau West) 20-5 won by decision over Shay Haase (Middleton) 13-6 (Dec 2-1) Cons. Round 7 - Brandon Bahr (West Salem/Bangor) 13-7 won by injury default over Shay Haase (Middleton) 13-6 (I-D 4:01) 11th place Match - Spencer Treu (Hillsboro) 14-6 won by medical forfeit over Shay Haase (Middleton) 13-6 (Mff)
152 - Grant Laurent's place is 6th and has scored 27.00 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Grant Laurent (Middleton) 15-9 received a bye () (Bye) Champ. Round 2 - Grant Laurent (Middleton) 15-9 won by pin over Kris Karstetter (DeSoto) 73 (pin 2:36) Champ. Round 3 - Grant Laurent (Middleton) 15-9 won in sudden victory - 1 over Danny Trimner (Athens) 17-4 (SV-1 3-1) Quarterfinal - Grant Laurent (Middleton) 159 won by major decision over Cody Willis (Weston/Ithaca) 18-4 (Maj 13-4) Semifinal - Seth Liegel (River Valley) 23-0 won by pin over Grant Laurent (Middleton) 15-9 (pin 1:41) Cons. Semi - Connor price (Muskego) 17-5 won by decision over Grant Laurent (Middleton) 15-9 (Dec 5-3) 5th place Match - Anthony Munos (eastview) 16-3 won by pin over Grant Laurent (Middleton) 15-9 (pin 3:52)
145 - Jacob Laurent's place is unknown and has scored 10.00 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Jacob Laurent (Middleton) 14-8 won by pin over Koy Rolff (La Crosse Central) 3-4 (pin 0:34) Champ. Round 2 - Austin Worachek (Luxemburg-Casco) 22-2 won by pin over Jacob Laurent (Middleton) 14-8 (pin 3:43) Cons. Round 2 - Jacob Laurent (Middleton) 14-8 won by pin over Collin paulsen (Cashton) 215 (pin 1:00) Cons. Round 3 - Jacob Laurent (Middleton) 14-8 won by pin over Hunter Judge (Bloomington Kennedy) 5-8 (pin 2:07) Cons. Round 4 - Austin Koski (Hudson) 15-3 won by tech fall over Jacob Laurent (Middleton) 14-8 (Tf 18-2)
138 - Jake Cain's place is 3rd and has scored 35.00 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Jake Cain (Middleton) 241 won by pin over Donald Bruce (Bloomington Kennedy) 3-8 (pin 2:38) Champ. Round 2 - Jake Cain (Middleton) 241 won by pin over John Hentrich (Belmont/platteville) 10-9 (pin 2:19) Champ. Round 3 - Jake Cain (Middleton) 241 won by pin over Klayton Krantz (Mt Horeb/Barneveld) 17-5 (pin 0:48) Quarterfinal - Jake Cain (Middleton) 24-1 won by decision over Ryan Stalsberg (Holmen) 21-3 (Dec 3-2) Semifinal - Colin Dolata (Mauston) 18-2 won by major decision over Jake Cain (Middleton) 24-1 (Maj 9-1) Cons. Semi - Jake Cain (Middleton) 24-1 won by decision over Isaac Brosinski (DeSoto) 16-4 (Dec 8-3) 3rd place Match - Jake Cain (Middleton) 241 won by decision over Kevin Klopfenstein (Monroe) 19-4 (Dec 8-3)
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Cons. Round 4 - Michael Ladaika (Cashton) 13-8 won by decision over Wyatt Cory (Middleton) 13-9 (Dec 6-4)
220 - Lon Yeary's place is unknown and has scored 4.00 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Lon Yeary (Middleton) 11-6 received a bye () (Bye) Champ. Round 2 - John VanDeHey (Lancaster) 11-11 won in sudden victory - 1 over Lon Yeary (Middleton) 11-6 (SV-1 5-3) Cons. Round 2 - Lon Yeary (Middleton) 11-6 won by decision over Joe Valdz (Athens) 4-9 (Dec 9-5) Cons. Round 3 - Lon Yeary (Middleton) 11-6 won by pin over Brandon fowell (Weston/Ithaca) 0-2 (pin 2:55) Cons. Round 4 - Dusty Brant (Cuba City/Southwestern) 14-5 won by pin over Lon Yeary (Middleton) 11-6 (pin 4:47)
285 - Sean Benedict's place is unknown and has scored 6.00 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Sean Benedict (Middleton) 10-12 received a bye () (Bye) Champ. Round 2 - Newton Smerchek (Luxemburg-Casco) 21-1 won by pin over Sean Benedict (Middleton) 10-12 (pin 0:59) Cons. Round 2 - Sean Benedict (Middleton) 10-12 received a bye () (Bye) Cons. Round 3 - Sean Benedict (Middleton) 10-12 won by pin over Ryan Sutherland (Tomah) 6-5 (pin 2:02) Cons. Round 4 - Tristan Wilson (Marshfield) 18-7 won by pin over Sean Benedict (Middleton) 10-12 (pin 0:51).
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The top stories of the year 2012. Page 2

Kiwanis donates to MOM. Page 9

No shame in second. Page 10

Dining Guide. . . . . . . . . . 7 Booking It . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Classieds . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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New Charter School Approved (from the Jan. 12 edition)

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Middleton, Madison Clash Over TIF Use (March 22)

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TID 3 Extended by 10 Years Despite Madisons Opposition (March 22)

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City, Town Differ on Collective Bargaining (April 12)

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City Council Passes Animal Ban (May 24)

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Hansen Takes Over Middleton Outreach Ministry (June 7)

Changes in Leadership at T. Wall Properties (June 7)

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Judge Rules Cops Didnt Discriminate Against Scatz (July 12)

Community Reacts to Sikh Temple Shooting (Aug. 9)

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MOM On the Move (Aug. 16)

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Court Once Again Rules With MEA Union (Aug. 23)

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City Cracks Down On Carry-Out Alcohol Sales (Sept. 13)

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Beer Pioneer Departs (Oct. 11)

MCPASD Referendum Wins Big (Nov. 8)

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Meriter Medical Project Delayed (Nov. 22)

City Budget Approved (Dec. 6)

Elaine Walsh Stricker

Kendall Avery Egert

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Tools and Tips for Water Conservation tonight

Winter Reading Program starts Monday

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Kiwanis gives to MOM

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Beginning on the Path of 2013

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Middletons girls reach title game at Franklin tourney

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Staples plays hero as Cards rally past King

Middleton drops a heartbreaker

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