From our readers

Issue Date: July 29, 2020

Dear Editor:

On behalf of the members of The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin, American Legion Auxiliary, Sons of The American Legion and the American Legion Riders, we are outraged and saddened by the defacement of the Wisconsin Veterans Museum entrance in Madison. The effects of the defacement have been disturbing to the veteran community. Everyone has a voice and a right to protest peacefully.

The American Legion Family is made up of veterans and their families who continue to serve within their communities educating the public on programs that teach history, the Constitution, patriotism, sportsmanship, citizenship, and much more.

The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin, American Legion Auxiliary, Sons of The American Legion and the American Legion Riders honor all those who serve, past and present, their families, and their communities. Our veterans and communities have been called to action to protect and preserve our history. A veteran is a veteran; no difference in color, race, or gender. Veterans serve to preserve the constitutional rights of American citizens, serving side by side to ensure that everyone has an equal voice.

The American Legion Family of Wisconsin exceeds 70,000 members, and our Family speaks in unity, loud and proud of our heritage. While we have fought in the trenches around the globe, we will also fight to ensure that the history of those battles are forever preserved. The American Legion Family discourages all forms of violence and damage within our communities. We are asking all Veteran Service Organizations and supporters to join together to defend Americanism within our communities.

David Wischer

Department Commander

The American Legion, Department of Wisconsin

Joanie Dickerson, US Navy Retired

Department President

American Legion Auxiliary, Department of Wisconsin

Robert Sirovina, Jr.

Detachment Commander

Sons of The American Legion, Detachment of Wisconsin

Tim Hyma

President

American Legion Riders of Wisconsin

Editor:

I would like to set the record straight in response to a letter in the newspaper from State Senator Rob Cowles and State Representative Joel Kitchens praising Representative John Nygren's "leadership" on the PFAS contamination. Since neither of these gentlemen live in our area and have no direct knowledge of the facts locally, let me share a few.

First, Rep. Nygren was not "the first and often only voice to highlight the challenges PFAS are creating" in our area. That person was State Senator Dave Hansen. A name these two letter writers just couldn't bring themselves to mention. Sen. Hansen and his staff worked tirelessly to draft comprehensive legislation to address PFAS regulation in our state and did so with constant contact with many of us locally battling Tyco/JCI's corporate public relations spin masters and legal attack dogs. That legislation became known as the CLEAR Act and was in large part "our" legislation. Nygren never reached out to us for input on any PFAS legislation he introduced or supported. Sen. Hansen always did.

Second, the bipartisan legislation finally introduced that passed Sen. Cowles' and Rep. Kitchens' committees was negotiated between Sen. Hansen and Rep. Nygren. Again, Sen. Hansen's staff kept in constant contact with us and sought our input on these negotiations. Nygren and his staff did not. At our request, we met twice with Nygren and urged him to find a compromise on the CLEAR Act with Sen. Hansen. He didn't lead this effort; he was pushed into it by local citizens literally begging for his support.

Finally, the most grievous thing Cowles/Kitchens state in their letter was their hyping of an amendment to a bill offered by some clueless legislator from Rhinelander. That amendment was drafted with the corporate pollution lobby literally sitting at the table with Nygren telling him what they would support. This bill, had it become law, would have forced the Department of Health Services to use industry sponsored "research" in determining the harmful effects of PFAS. Like the tobacco company scientists proving smoking was safe. This amendment was introduced after midnight on the last day of the Assembly floor session (because Assembly Speaker Robin Vos would not bring the CLEAR Act to the floor for a vote) with no hearing or input from anyone but the business lobby. Rep. Nygren told me this was the best he could do and it was better than nothing. I told him then and I say it again: "No John, this was worse than nothing." Thank goodness it didn't become law.

Rep. Nygren did not prove himself to be leader on PFAS, not to those of us who have lived with this poison in our wells.

Jeff Lamont

Marinette

Editor:

MAPS Cares was established in March, 2020 to ensure that Menominee Area Public Schools (MAPS) students and families continued to receive adequate meals and supplies in response to the

COVID-19 mandatory school closure. Throughout the year, MAPS partnered with local businesses

(JCI, Samuel Pressure Vessel Group, and Air Gas) to ensure at-risk students received

non-perishable meals over weekends and breaks. We wanted to make sure that even during a global pandemic, that our families continued to have the food and supplies that they need. We would like to formally thank the following businesses, grant committees, and individuals for their support over the past 4 months to help ensure that the needs of MAPS students will be met during these challenging times. Thank you to MAPS Teachers, Marinette/Menominee County Veterans In Need, Andy's Ace Hardware, Community Covenant Church, Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Christ Lutheran Church, Jack's Fresh Market, JCI, Samuel Pressure Vessel Group, Farm Bureau Grant, Thrivent, Superior Health Foundation Grant, Provident Health Foundation Grant, Peninsula Federal Credit Union, Air Gas, Bethel Lutheran Church, Go Fund Me, Site Logiq, M&M Community Foundation Grant, GFWC Menominee Woman's Club, and several anonymous donors. If you would like to donate to MAPS Cares in any capacity, please contact Josh Jones at "� jonesj@gomaroons.org"� .

DeeAnne Pohlmann

Central Elementary School Principal

Recent stories, opinions and photos

Issue Date	Department	Headline
04-21-2021	Front Page	Mayor George Bousley Retirement Marks End Of An Era For Niagara
04-21-2021	Front Page	Peshtigo School Board Honors Girls Bowling Team
04-21-2021	Front Page	Brigitte Schmidt Elected New City Council President
04-21-2021	Front Page	Peshtigo Mayor Asks For Ok On Grant Applications
04-21-2021	Front Page	Mask Mandate Ends April 26 For Coleman School District
04-21-2021	Community - Coleman	Coleman Legion Flags For Sale, Meet May 4
04-21-2021	Community - Coleman	Coleman School Cancels Reunion for Classes 1943-65
04-21-2021	Community - Coleman	Zeitler Wins United Coop Scholarship
04-21-2021	Community - Coleman	Lena Lions Club Annual Fish Fry
04-21-2021	Community - Coleman	Lena School Board Officers Reelected
04-21-2021	Community - Crivitz	Middle Inlet Recount Shows No Change In Supervisor Race
04-21-2021	Community - Crivitz	Crivitz Library Book Sale Until May 13th
04-21-2021	Community - Crivitz	St. Mary's, Crivitz Resumes Rummage Sale
04-21-2021	Community - Crivitz	National Day of Prayer at Northwood's Church
04-21-2021	Community - Wausaukee	Wagner Sportsmen Sponsor Roadside Cleanup On April 25th
04-21-2021	Community - Wausaukee	Wausaukee Lions 9-Pin Bowl Results
04-21-2021	Community - Wausaukee	WBA Looking for Help for July 4th Celebration
04-21-2021	Community - Wausaukee	SC Fire and Rescue Report Meeting Minutes
04-21-2021	Sports	Coleman/Gillett/Suring Lead Girls Basketball All-Conference Selections
04-21-2021	Sports	Stephanie Hauser Becomes WIAA Executive Director
04-21-2021	Sports	Individuals, Doubles Duos Compete For WIAA Alternate Season Girls Tennis Titles
04-21-2021	Sports	Hunt Safely During Spring Turkey Season
04-21-2021	Sports	Take Steps to Avoid Potenial Conflicts With Black Bears
04-21-2021	Perspectives	From My Window
04-21-2021	Perspectives	From Our Readers...
04-21-2021	Perspectives	Country Cousin
04-21-2021	Obituaries	James L. Asplund
04-21-2021	Obituaries	Kelly A. Everson
04-21-2021	Obituaries	John Gaertner
04-21-2021	Obituaries	Mary J. Gollakner
04-21-2021	Obituaries	Edward B. Kendziera
04-21-2021	Obituaries	Judith A. Lemirande
04-21-2021	Obituaries	Bernard J. Lesperance
04-21-2021	Obituaries	Elizabeth J. Linsmeier
04-21-2021	Obituaries	Ken L. Pickl, Sr.
04-21-2021	Obituaries	Robert Poisson
04-21-2021	Obituaries	William T. Porter
04-21-2021	Obituaries	Mary Lee Racine
04-21-2021	Obituaries	Steven D. Sebero
04-21-2021	Obituaries	Ronald L. Young
04-14-2021	Front Page	Peshtigo City Finances Get Good Audit Report
04-14-2021	Front Page	Recount April 15 For Middle Inlet Board
04-14-2021	Front Page	Officers Detonate Live Blasting Caps
04-14-2021	Front Page	DNR Extends Deadline For TOP PFAS Water Sampling
04-14-2021	Front Page	Marinette City Council Okays Four Capital Outlay Projects
04-14-2021	Community - Coleman	Vegetable Garden Plans at Coleman
04-14-2021	Community - Coleman	Coleman Legion Flags For Sale, Meet May 4
04-14-2021	Community - Coleman	STEF Donation
04-14-2021	Community - Crivitz	Crivitz Garden Needs Help
04-14-2021	Community - Crivitz	Country Gospel Jam April 16th
04-14-2021	Community - Crivitz	St. Mary, Crivitz Rummage Sale
04-14-2021	Community - Crivitz	Near North Municipal Court Sets $75 As Monthly Membership Fee
04-14-2021	Community - Wausaukee	Concert at Cornerstone Assembly
04-14-2021	Community - Wausaukee	Wausaukee Board To Set Graduation Plans
04-14-2021	Community - Wausaukee	Poppy Poster Contest Winners
04-14-2021	Community - Wausaukee	Wausaukee Middle/High School Lists Third Quarter Honor Rolls
04-14-2021	Sports	Bulldogs, Blue Devils Picked for Packerland All-Conference
04-14-2021	Sports	Panthers Whiting Tops Area NEC All-Conference Selections
04-14-2021	Sports	Wisconsin State Park System Spring Operations Updates
04-14-2021	Sports	2021 Youth Turkey Hunt April 17-18
04-14-2021	Sports	Barbarians Hold Spring Organizational Meeting
04-14-2021	Perspectives	From My Window
04-14-2021	Perspectives	Country Cousin
04-14-2021	Perspectives	From Our Readers...
04-14-2021	Obituaries	Gary S. Bugalski
04-14-2021	Obituaries	Daniel L. Hanson
04-14-2021	Obituaries	Helen J. Herson
04-14-2021	Obituaries	Harriet L. Kuchenbecker
04-14-2021	Obituaries	Beverly A. Lynd
04-14-2021	Obituaries	Stella Norton
04-14-2021	Obituaries	Elsie M. Neuens
04-14-2021	Obituaries	Irene E. Pell
04-14-2021	Obituaries	Dale A. Przewrocki
04-14-2021	Obituaries	Cletus V. Rouse
04-14-2021	Obituaries	Ronald J. Rynesh
04-14-2021	Obituaries	Irene I. Schlichting
04-14-2021	Obituaries	Geraldine Stodola
04-14-2021	Obituaries	Joan A. Stoeger
04-14-2021	Obituaries	Mari Julane Wickman
04-07-2021	Front Page	Tim Geltz Is Hero Who Saved Drowning Man
04-07-2021	Front Page	Republican Elijah Behnke Wins The 89th District Assembly Seat
04-07-2021	Front Page	Numerous New Faces On Local Governing Boards
04-07-2021	Front Page	Referendums Fail In Peshtigo, Pass For Lena School District
04-07-2021	Front Page	Criminal Interdiction Operation by Oconto Co. Sheriff Department
04-07-2021	Community - Coleman	Coleman Board To View Audit May 12th
04-07-2021	Community - Coleman	Coleman W&S Utility To View Phosphorus Issue
04-07-2021	Community - Coleman	Reunion for Classes 1943-65
04-07-2021	Community - Crivitz	Crivitz Legion Auxiliary Minutes for March Meet
04-07-2021	Community - Crivitz	LNRB Meets On April 14th
04-07-2021	Community - Crivitz	Country Gospel Jam April 16th
04-07-2021	Community - Wausaukee	Wausaukee Blood Drive is Monday, April 12th
04-07-2021	Community - Wausaukee	Wausaukee Blood Drive is Monday, April 12th
04-07-2021	Community - Wausaukee	Wausaukee Legion to Meet April 20th
04-07-2021	Sports	DangleFest 3 on 3 Tourney Delights Local Hockey Fans
04-07-2021	Sports	WIAA Conference Realignment Task Force Conducts Review of Plans
04-07-2021	Sports	Evers Signs Emergency Order Relating To Elevated Fire Risk
04-07-2021	Sports	PHS Alumni Scholarship Golf Outing July 16th
04-07-2021	Sports	Wisconsin Spring Turkey Season Opens April 21st
04-07-2021	Perspectives	From My Window
04-07-2021	Perspectives	From Our Readers...
04-07-2021	Perspectives	Country Cousin
04-07-2021	Obituaries	Kathleen A. Allen
04-07-2021	Obituaries	Arlene E. Berggren
04-07-2021	Obituaries	Bernadine Borkovec
04-07-2021	Obituaries	Dwayne Brendemihl
04-07-2021	Obituaries	William D. Butterfield Jr.
04-07-2021	Obituaries	Marvin L. Davidson, Sr.
04-07-2021	Obituaries	Stephen L. Duenweg
04-07-2021	Obituaries	Deborah L. Gamelin
04-07-2021	Obituaries	Robert J. Johnson
04-07-2021	Obituaries	Harold E. Larsen
04-07-2021	Obituaries	Michael J. Madden
04-07-2021	Obituaries	Robert Nordquist
04-07-2021	Obituaries	Robert J. Picard
04-07-2021	Obituaries	Susan Presti
04-07-2021	Obituaries	Linda L. Schultz
04-07-2021	Obituaries	Richard C. Steinhaus, Sr.
04-07-2021	Obituaries	William J. Swanson
04-07-2021	Obituaries	Robert T. Wickham
03-31-2021	Front Page
03-31-2021	Front Page	Brick Tiles Still Available For Fish Viewing Platform
03-31-2021	Front Page	Oginski Honored For Life Saving Actions
03-31-2021	Front Page	Sentinel Structures Stops Production on March 31
03-31-2021	Front Page	City, Town, Village Electors Go To the Polls On April 6th
03-31-2021	Front Page	Dog Park Plan Change Gets Committee Okay
03-31-2021	Front Page	Mudbrook Road Site Rejected For Placement Of Sex Offender
03-31-2021	Community - Crivitz	Crivitz Hires New Officer, Makes 4th of July Plans
03-31-2021	Community - Coleman	Lena Staff Held Spaghetti Supper
03-31-2021	Community - Coleman	Lena Pathfinders Hold Food Drive
03-31-2021	Community - Coleman	Coleman School Cancels Reunion for Classes 1943-65
03-31-2021	Community - Coleman	Coleman Library To Meet April 12
03-31-2021	Community - Crivitz	Crivitz Business Association Names Persons of the Year
03-31-2021	Community - Wausaukee	Wausaukee Blood Drive is Monday, April 12th
03-31-2021	Community - Wausaukee	Legion Post 66 to Elect Officers Apr. 3
03-31-2021	Community - Wausaukee	Easter Egg Hunt Set for April 3
03-31-2021	Sports	Area Basketball
03-31-2021	Sports	Tony Strublic Wins Tom Lund Match Game Championship
03-31-2021	Sports	DNR Adopts DHS Recommended Hazard Index Of Certain PFAS
03-31-2021	Sports	40,000 Acres Of Private Land Will Open To Turkey Hunters
03-31-2021	Sports	Reminder: Wildfire Season Underway
03-31-2021	Perspectives	From My Window
03-31-2021	Perspectives	Country Cousin
03-31-2021	Perspectives	From Our Readers
03-31-2021	Obituaries	Juliana Bolosan
03-31-2021	Obituaries	Marie L. Belongia
03-31-2021	Obituaries	Donald J. Barstow
03-31-2021	Obituaries	Clark G. Casperson
03-31-2021	Obituaries	Warren R. Gamelin
03-31-2021	Obituaries	Richard G. Hass
03-31-2021	Obituaries	Louise E. Hohol

Peshtigo Times WEB Poll! Have you taken the time to go and enjoy the view from the Fish Viewing Platform by the Peshtigo River Dam?
	Yes No Undecided