It’s another big day at the Dodge County Fair on Friday, August 21.

Bella Damrow, of Ashippun, is the Dodge County Fairest of the Fair. She told WTKM that it means a lot to her. 

"I always wanted to be the Dodge County Fairest of the Fair. I've showed here at the Dodge County Fair nine years. I did some work at the Youth Building, where they have arts and crafts. I showed chickens and then sheep the rest of the way." 

Damrow showed her animals through the County Line 4-H Club. 

Judging continues in the Farm Progress Arena, Sheep Barn, and Small Animal Building.

Country music singer Vincent Mason performs Friday night, August 21 at 8 p.m. on the grandstand stage.

The Dodge County Fair is organized and managed by the Dodge County Fair Association, or Fair Board. Sharon Keil serves as the treasurer and told WTKM about some of the improvements around the fairgrounds through the years.

"Several years ago, we put up a sheep and beef barn. We put up some food stand covers three years ago. We have a commercial building which were tents before."                         

Saturday, August 22 at the Dodge County Fair at 9 a.m. is the Horse Pull, at the Grandstand. The Tractor Pull begins at noon.

The Small Animal Auction starts at 4 p.m. on Saturday, in the Farm Progress Arena tomorrow.

The Demolition Derby is scheduled for 3 p.m. on Sunday, August 23 - the final day of the Dodge County Fair.

Slinger Police Officers were dispatched to the construction area of Highway 60, over I-41 for a report of a head-on crash with unknown injuries last Wednesday afternoon around 12:23 p.m. Officers responded to the scene and identified two vehicles involved with severe damage and airbag deployment. Both vehicles were occupied by drivers only.

The investigation showed one vehicle, operated by a 59-year old female, was eastbound on Highway 60 and turning North onto I-41. The second vehicle, operated by an 18-year old female, was driving westbound on Highway 60. The two vehicles collided in the westbound lanes.  

Both drivers were transported by ambulance from the scene with suspected non-critical injuries.

The location of the crash required Highway 60 westbound to be closed at Hillside Road for one hour.

Wisconsin State Patrol, Washington County Sheriff’s Office, Slinger Fire Department, and Lifestar Ambulance assisted.

For 14-year-old Dane Laufenberg, of Columbus, the Dodge County Fair in Beaver Dam is about more than showing what he can make. It’s a chance to turn experiences into projects, learn something new, and share that knowledge with others.

A sixth-year member of Astico Perseverance 4-H Club, Dane brought a natural sciences educational display for competition at the Dodge County Fair, this year. The project is inspired by a significant milestone in his young life. “I chose this project, because it was my first year harvesting a deer,” Dane said. “It was a doe. I wanted to make an educational display about the doe.”

His project combined hands-on work, research, and a little creativity. By examining the doe’s teeth, Dane determined the deer was approximately 4.5 to 5.5 years old, “probably closer to 4.5.”

Creating the European mount was a project in itself. “I removed the head from the rest of the body, skinned it, boiled it, and then let it sit in the water for three days,” he explained. After cleaning the skull, Dane bleached it to create the finished European mount.

From there, he built the educational display, creating wooden walls and using a laser printer and SVG file to cut words into wood. He added numbered labels to the skull, painted the background and finished the display with moss and a rotating plate so visitors could easily view it.

But for Dane, the project has meaning beyond the craftsmanship. “I chose this project, because it was the first deer I harvested, and I wanted to memorialize the experience,” he said.

The deer display is just one of several projects Dane is exhibiting at this year’s fair. He entered photography, a laser-printed wooden ornament, and habanero-pineapple jam. He will also show his short-haired cat, Rage.

“I’ve met a lot of people working on my projects and talking to them about what they’re doing,” Dane said. “My favorite part of exhibiting at the fair is the process of making my projects before taking them to the fair.”

Visitors can learn from Dane’s display in the youth building during the 2026 Dodge County Fair, today through Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026. 

It’s another big day at the Dodge County Fair.

Judging continues at the Youth Building, Farm Progress Arena, Small Animal Barn and Open Class Building. 

You can get a child’s ID from the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office, on the fairgrounds. Dodge County Sheriff Dale Schmidt. 

"It looks like a driver's license for your kids. It's fun for the kids, because they have a little plastic card. It has their name and photo on it. It's also a tool that we utilize if any child goes missing." 

The Meat Animal Sale begins at 6 p.m. on Thursday, August 20 at the Farm Progress Arena.

Country artist Phil Vassar performs at the Grandstand on Thursday evening, August 20 at 8 p.m.

Dodge County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a motorcycle crash with injuries on County Highway TW at Horicon Street (State Highway 28) in Kekoskee Wednesday morning, August 19 around 7:42 a.m.

The driver was identified as a 23-year-old man from Horicon. He was northbound on TW when it failed to stop for the stop sign at Horicon Street. The motorcycle went down on its right side and  struck a guardrail. The driver of the motorcycle sustained serious injuries and was transported to a hospital by Mayville EMS and Western Lakes Paramedics.

Mayville Police Department, Horicon Police Department, Kekoskee Fire Department, Mayville Fire Department, Mayville EMS, and Western Lakes EMS assisted.

The case remains under investigation by the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office Crash Investigation Team. Foggy weather conditions are believed to be a factor in the cause of the crash.

The National Weather Service has determined an EF0 tornado touched down in Washington County on Tuesday night, August 18.

It was on the ground for about two minutes, one mile south of Hubertus.

The maximum wind speed was an estimated 80 mph.

The track of the tornado was a half mile. The width was 50 yards, according to the National Weather Service.

The primary damage was to trees, according to various reports. No injuries were reported.

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is releasing the following information pursuant to a Wisconsin Statute, which authorizes law enforcement agencies to inform the public of a sex offender’s release when, in the discretion of the agency, the release of information will enhance public safety, awareness and protection. The individual who appears on this notification has been convicted of a sex offense.

Bryan O. Seban was released from prison on August 18, 2026. He is living at 4736 Keeley Drive, Slinger. In 2023, Seban was convicted on two counts of Exposing a Child to Harmful Material. Bryan Seban will be on probation until Aug. 21st, 2032. He will be monitored closely by WI-DOC Division of Community Corrections. Seban will have numerous rules and restrictions to follow including wearing a live tracking GPS unit.

This sex offender has served the prison sentence imposed on him by the courts. He is not wanted by law enforcement at the time of this press release. 

Sex offenders have always lived in our communities; but it was not until the Sex Offender Registration and Community Notification Law was enacted that law enforcement was able to share this information with the community. 

Questions may be directed to Probation/Parole Agent Michaela Nelson at 262-335-5665, Sex Offender Registry Specialist Alyssa Angell 608-240-5830 or Sgt. Michael Hennes at 262-365-5054.

Photo by the Washington County Sheriff's Office.

The Slinger Fire Department and Lifestar Emergency Medical Services were dispatched to the Slinger Wastewater Treatment Plant, on Hartford Road in the Village of Slinger, for a reported structure fire in the roof.

A truck company from Hartford Fire and Rescue responded to the scene Tuesday evening, August 18 at 8:31 p.m.

A working fire was visible through a roof hatch. An exterior fire attack was initiated, which transitioned to an interior attack through a scuttle-hole access. After the fire was extinguished, investigation and overhaul operations were performed.

No injuries were reported and no employees were on site at the time of the fire. Estimated damage amount is $250,000.

A preliminary fire investigation indicates that the fire originated in the interior attic space and was caused by a recent lightning strike. The fire was largely contained to the attic.

Crews remained on scene for two hours.

Hartford Fire and Rescue assisted, along with the Hartford Police Department, Slinger Police Department, Hartford Electric, and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office Communications Center.

The Veterans – Field Day’s Barbecue and Benefit, with all the proceeds used to benefit Semper Fi and America’s Fund, is happening Saturday, August 22 at 10 a.m.

It will take place at Natures Way Game Farm in Neosho, at N2999 Washington Road.

John Deatsick, of Neosho, is the owner of Natures Way Game Farm and is the organizer, known for his work with local veteran events. 

"This is our third annual benefit. It's grown every year and it gets some of our disabled Vets in the outdoors for a day of trap shooting and pheasant hunting." 

The event on August 22 includes an archery course, rifle range and sporting clays.

Sam Tickle is a 12-year Veteran of the Navy and Marine Corps. He serves as the senior director of sports for Semper Fi and America’s Fund.

"Our goal is to care for our nation's critically wounded, ill or injured service members, Veterans and families. We do that through our healing program, transitional assistance program which helps with education and jobs. And our integrated wellness program, which covers their recovery through sports."

They have been making a difference since 2004 and cover 170 grants each day, in support. All of the money being raised goes directly to the service members.                       

It’s a complimentary event and supports a great cause.  

Get ready for an unforgettable summer night in Beaver Dam. Country music icon Phil Vassar will perform on the Moraine Park Main Stage on Thursday, August 20 at 8 p.m. 

Known for his piano-pounding, high-energy live shows and timeless songwriting, Vassar is bringing over 25 years of country hits to the Dodge County Fair. 

Before launching his own multi-platinum solo career, Phil Vassar was the creative powerhouse behind defining anthems for country legends like Alan Jackson, Tim McGraw, and Jo Dee Messina. As a solo artist, he’s earned 10 No. 1 singles, two ASCAP Songwriter of the Year titles, and the ACM Award for Top New Male Vocalist.

Fans can look forward to singing along to classic favorites including:

• "Carlene"

• "Six-Pack Summer"

• "Just Another Day in Paradise"

Vassar brings a deep sense of gratitude and renewed passion to every performance. "When I go on stage, the world fades away," Vassar shares in a press release. It's just about having fun and connecting with the fans."

Thursday, August 20 at the Dodge County Fair is packed from morning to night with classic family traditions, youth competitions, and entertainment across the grounds:

• Youth and Livestock Judging: Explore the Youth Building and Livestock Buildings to support local youth showing off their hard work.

• Good Karma Park Activities: Enjoy live broadcasts, music, and interactive fun throughout the day.

• 6:00 PM – Annual Meat Animal Sale: Head to the Farm Progress Arena where local business owners show support for youth exhibitors during this signature fair event.

• Free Family Grounds Shows: Catch popular ongoing attractions throughout the day, including:

  • Nick’s Kids Show

  • Chainsaw Carving Demonstrations

  • Wild World of Animals

  • Pleasure Valley’s Pig, Duck, and Goat Races

Hartford’s Joint 1 School District’s first day of school is Tuesday, September 1.

It’s been a busy summer, according to District Administrator Dr. Tara Villalobos. 

"In the summer we have a lot of things to do, whether it's related to facilities and getting all of the buildings ready. Whether it's our Summer Academy, where we get our students continued enrichment during the summer so there is continued learning. Our Middle School Connections program just happened, along with the training for all of our staff."

They are looking forward to another great school year, with Central Middle School, Lincoln Elementary and Rossman Elementary.

They continue to improve the curriculum for the students.

"Our school board just approved our curriculum review cycle last month," according to Dr. Villalobos. Along with that, in the spring we adopted several new pieces of curriculum. We adopted ELA curriculum, which is english language arts at all grade levels. Then we adopted a new science curriculum."                                      

The Joint 1 School District 4K Meet and Greet took place yesterday. Their Open House events are next week. It will include middle school on Wednesday, August 26 and elementary schools on Thursday, August 27.

The 16^th annual Dodge County Sheriff’s Office K9 Golf Outing is Friday, September 4 at Mayville Golf Course.

 Your participation helps support their K9 teams, by helping cover the costs of equipment, training, and veterinary care.

Dodge County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Matt Mayer told WTKM about their K9 teams. 

"All four of our dogs, every day, can do narcotics detections by trying to find illegal narcotics whether some one threw it in a ditch, or has it in their car. All four of them can track down a missing person."                                         

Your registration includes 18 holes, with a cart, and lunch.

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to a single motorcycle crash on I-41 southbound, north of Holy Hill Road in Richfield on Monday, August 17. Witnesses reported that the motorcycle had merged onto I-41 from Highway 45, when the driver lost control after rapidly accelerating. An off duty EMT/Firefighter from the Village of Jackson Fire Department was on scene and immediately began providing medical assistance. The Richfield Fire Department and Flight for Life also responded. Southbound traffic was shut down at Pioneer Road on both I 41 and Highway 45. Despite lifesaving efforts, the driver, a 57 year old man, was pronounced dead at the scene. This crash remains under investigation by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.

While deputies were investigating the initial incident, a secondary multi vehicle crash occurred Monday morning, at 6:58 a.m. on I-41 south of Scenic Drive in Polk. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office Communications Center received multiple reports that a semi truck had struck several vehicles that were slowing or stopped in traffic. One vehicle became vertically pinned between two semi trucks. The Slinger Fire Department and Lifestar Ambulance were dispatched. Flight for Life was again requested, along with heavy duty tow trucks and the Milwaukee Fire Department Heavy Urban Rescue Team, to stabilize vehicles and assist with safe extrication.

Four adults were transported by ambulance, and an infant was transported by Flight for Life to Children’s Hospital. All sustained potentially serious injuries. A sixth patient self transported to a hospital for treatment. The secondary crash involved two semi trucks and four passenger vehicles. This incident remains under joint investigation by the Wisconsin State Patrol and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.

All southbound lanes of I-41 remain closed at Highway K, with traffic diverted to Highway 175. Investigators anticipate the closure will remain in place until approximately 2:30 p.m. to accommodate scene investigation and cleanup.

Two major incidents occurring within a short time during morning rush hours placed significant strain on available emergency resources and required coordinated assistance from multiple public safety agencies. Mutual aid agencies included the Germantown and Slinger Police Departments, Washington County Highway Shop, the Washington County Medical Examiner’s Office, the Hartford, Allenton, Jackson, and Germantown Fire Departments. Washington County is fortunate to have strong public safety partnerships that allow for effective and efficient multijurisdictional emergency response.

Photo by the Washington County Sheriff's Office.

Mark your calendars for August 19 to August 23. The Dodge County Fair returns to Beaver Dam for five action-packed days of world-class grandstand entertainment, mouthwatering fair food, thrilling carnival rides and agricultural traditions.

It's all about concerts, high-octane tractor pulls and the aroma of fresh funnel cakes and fried cheese curds along the Midway. 

Every gate ticket includes free access to all main stage concerts and track events. 

• Wednesday, August 19 – Opening Day and Truck/Tractor Pull
• Badger State Truck & Tractor Pull: Thrilling high-horsepower pulling action on the clay oval track at 7 p.m.
• Youth & Livestock Judging: Judging begins across the youth exhibit halls and livestock barns.
• Thursday, August 20 – Country Icon Phil Vassar:
• 6:00 PM: Annual Meat Animal Sale supporting youth exhibitors in the Farm Progress Arena.
• 8:00 PM: Country hitmaker Phil Vassar live on the Moraine Park Main Stage singing hits like "Carlene" and "Six-Pack Summer."
• Friday, August 21 – Country Breakout Vincent Mason:
• Daytime: Open class judging, livestock shows, and Midway wristband fun.
• 8:00 PM: Rising country star Vincent Mason on the Main Stage performing his Gold-certified hit "Hell is a Dancefloor".
• Saturday, August 22 – Classic Rock Icons George Thorogood & The Destroyers:
• 9:00 AM: Horse Pull on the track.
• 12:00 PM: High-energy Tractor Pull.
• 8:00 PM: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame icon George Thorogood and The Destroyers. 
• Sunday, August 23 – Sunday Special and Demolition Derby
• 10:00 AM: Pernat Haase Meats Truck Pull 
• 3:00 PM: Demolition Derby, smash 'em crash 'em action in front of the grandstand.

A documentary film about Milwaukee Brewers' radio announcer Bob Uecker, called "Ueck" The Story of Baseball's Most Unlikely Legend, is scheduled for a screening at The Bend Theater on Monday, August 17 to Wednesday, August 19 and Saturday, August 22.

Monday's screening in West Bend, at 7 p.m. will be followed by a roundtable discussion with the film's producer and filmmakers, which is part of a community lecture series.

Bob Uecker was known as "Mr. Baseball."

Co-director Michael Vollmann discussed the vision of the film with WTKM.

"When you are making a film about such a beloved figure, someone that people have such a personal connection with...we knew it would be a tough audience. We really did do our best to try and make it a lot of those things that people would be expecting while creating an intimate portrait of Bob. It's extremely funny, Uecker was such a hilarious character."

It was filmed over the final three years of his life. It's a documentary that captures Bob Uecker as he reflects on his journey from Major League Baseball, to Hollywood and all the way to the broadcast booth of the Milwaukee Brewers. 

Dodge County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a motorcycle injury crash on County Highway G, near County Highway I in the town of Lowell on Sunday, August 16 around 12:15 p.m.

A Suzuki sport bike, driven by a 20-year-old man of Juneau, was northbound when it ran off the road to the right, rolled, and came to rest in a field. The driver sustained serious injuries and was transported by Flight for Life to a hospital in Oconomowoc.

The crash is still under investigation.

Assisting at the scene were members of CLR Fire/ First Responders, Beaver Dam Paramedics, and Flight for Life.

The Hartford Police Department and members of the Law Enforcement Torch Run were at the Hartford Dunkin' at 1585 E. Sumner Street, collecting donations that directly benefit Special Olympics Wisconsin athletes and Unified partners on Friday, August 14. 

Dunkin' Cop on a Rooftop is a unique partnership between Dunkin', Special Olympics Wisconsin, and the Law Enforcement Torch Run, bringing communities together to support inclusion and year-round sports, health, and leadership programming.

A $10 donation earned a coupon for a free medium hot or iced coffee, and any donation received a free donut coupon. Once again this year, law enforcement received many donations.

Dunkin’ Cop on a Rooftop is a statewide fundraising event where local law enforcement officers take to Dunkin’ rooftops and drive-thrus to raise awareness and funds for Special Olympics Wisconsin. It’s a fun and unique way to support statewide athletes while building relationships within local communities.
This year marks Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Wisconsin’s 13th annual participation in this incredible event. Thanks to the dedication of our Law Enforcement Torch Run volunteers, Dunkin’ partners, athletes, coaches and supporters, they have raised more than $715,000 for Special Olympics Wisconsin athletes over the years.

There were 70 locations throughout Wisconsin, including Hartford, West Bend, Mequon, New Berlin, Milwaukee and Cedarburg.

The Allenton Legion Picnic begins on Friday, August 14 and runs through the weekend to Sunday, August 16.

Friday's fish fry begins at 4:30 p.m. Stetsin and Lace will perform at 8:30 p.m. Friday night. 

The 1st Brigade Band out of Watertown will perform over the weekend.

Allenton American Legion Post 483 member Ron Naab told WTKM that the wagon used during parades, where band members ride and play, was built in 1858.

"That wagon was restored and they continue to use it. They play Civil War instruments and wear Civil War garb. We have our concert in the park after Sunday's parade, so the five bands in the parade will perform. The First Brigade Civil War Band will present a little history note about the Civil War between songs."                                               

Sunday’s parade, on August 16 steps off at 11:30 a.m. which will be followed by kid’s games in the park, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Allenton.

Photo from the 1st Brigade Band.

The Dodge County Fair is back for an exciting year. The annual event runs from Wednesday, August 19 to Sunday, August 23 at the Dodge County Fairgrounds, in Beaver Dam.

"The Dodge County Fair is a stockholder-owned fair," according to Dodge County Fair Association Treasurer Sharon Keil. "The county does not do the planning on it, or pay for the fair. What we do, is try and give evryone a good show and make you want to come to the fair. That way, we can make improvements on the grounds." 

There are nine members on the fair board and they work year-round to make it a memorable experience.

Wednesday is a busy day of judging in the Open Class Building, Farm Progress Arena, Youth Building, Sheep Barn and at the Grandstand. The Badger State Tractor Pullers begin at 7 p.m. at the Grandstand.

The Meat Animal Sale in the Farm Progress Arena is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Thursday.

Country music singer-songwriter Phil Vassar performs Thursday evening, at 8 p.m. at the Grandstand.

"This is our third time having Phil Vassar," said Keil. "He does a tremendous job of entertaining."

Country music singer Vincent Mason joins a talented lineup on Friday night, at 8 p.m.

One of the highlights on Saturday is the horse pull, in the Grandstand at 9 a.m. It will be followed by the tractor pull, at 12 p.m. The Small Animal Auction begins at 4 p.m. in the Farm Progress Arena.

Sunday's smash 'em up demolition derby starts at 3 p.m.

Photo by WTKM's Tom Jeffery.    

A Jackson Jams event, at Jackson Park in Jackson on Thursday, August 27 has a special meaning.

On July 25, Jackson Police Lieutenant Mike Foeger and his father Carl were involved in an accident. They are both recovering from an incident which involved an explosion. It happened in Cedarburg.

Jackson Parks and Rec Director Tyler Mentzel told WTKM that it will be a special event, which means a lot.

"I was approached by a member of our community, who was interested in putting a brat fry together to help. It has become an event to support Mike and Carl Foeger and their family. We are super excited for it. We are asking people to just come out. It will be a Jackson Jams event with live music and vendors. It will be all of those things and much more. It means a lot. Brats and hot dogs will be served and they will have a raffle. All of the proceeds from the food and the raffle will go back to the Foeger family."     

This event will also include Jackson's Touch-A-Truck event, that had been canceled due to air quality concerns a few weeks ago.

Photo by Jackson Parks and Rec.

There are currently 10,125 Century Farms in Wisconsin. Three years ago, there were 9,982.

The century milestone is 100 years of continuous family ownership.

A farm in Dodge County was originally purchased in October, of 1925 by the Strohschein family. Alan Strohschein shares some history of the farm.

"I did have a sign made a number of years ago. We called Strohschein's Pine Grove Farm. Our father and uncle, and others planted a grove of pine trees back in the nineteen-fifties, which have grown-up on some of the wasteland on the farm. We don't have a specific name for the farm."                                                     

The Strohschein family's Pine Grove Farm is proud to be in Dodge County.

Today, brothers Alan and Mark run the farm, preserving a  family history, including managing the 94-acre property which made it through the Great Depression and World War II.

Washington County completed the sale of the former UW-M at Washington County campus to Ozaukee Christian School/FaithRidge, bringing the property under new ownership and opening the door for its next chapter as a school serving area families.

“This sale puts the property back to productive use, ends the County’s ongoing costs to maintain it and allows a local school to move forward with plans that will benefit children and families in Washington County,” said County Executive Josh Schoemann and County Board Chairperson Jeffrey Schleif in a joint statement in a press release. “We are pleased to officially welcome Ozaukee Christian School/FaithRidge to its new home and look forward to seeing this campus serve our community for years to come.”

"We are excited about how God is going to use this building as a beacon of light in our community, the blessing it is for our school and our families, and the potential to partner with the community over time to ensure this building remains a positive part of West Bend's history," said Chris Bergstresser, executive director of Ozaukee Christian School/FaithRidge.

Washington County had contracts in place that allowed Ozaukee Christian School/FaithRidge to work in the building and prepare for fall semester. They are planning on classes starting this fall in their new building.

The closing follows a June 26 ruling by Judge Steven M. Cain, denying a request for an injunction that would have blocked the sale.

Voters in the November general election on Tuesday, November 3 will receive a special sticker, after their ballot has been cast.

After receiving so many creative entries from area students, the results are in from Washington County's second “I Voted” sticker design competition. 

Voters in the November general election will receive one of these stickers, specially designed by Washington County students.

Congratulations to each winner from the four grade categories:

K5-2nd Grade: Lilie – Green Tree Elementary

3rd-5th Grade: Adeline – Peace Lutheran

6th-8th Grade: Gentri – Kewaskum Middle School

9th-12th Grade: Anchasah – West Bend East High School

Primary election results from Tuesday, August 11 and in some cases, early Wednesday morning, August 12. 

Republican Tom Tiffany won his party’s nomination for governor. 

Democrat David Crowley won the Wisconsin primary for governor.

Tiffany wins with 95 percent of the vote. Crowley edged Francesca Hong by just over 3,000 votes.

Bernie Newman finished with 60 percent of the vote, or 4,284 votes over   Christopher Bossert, who had 40 percent, or 2,909 in the Republican primary for State Assembly District 58. Wisconsin's 58th Assembly District is represented by Republican Rick Gundrum. The district covers parts of Washington County, including West Bend, Jackson and Slinger. Gundrum, who first joined the Assembly after winning a 2018 special election, announced he won’t seek reelection. 

Incumbent Mark Born earned 66 percent of the vote, or 4,124 in a primary win over Steve Rydzewski, who finished with 34 percent, or 2,157 votes in the Republican primary for State Assembly District 37. It covers parts of Dodge and Fond du Lac counties and includes the cities of Beaver Dam, Waupun, Mayville, and Fox Lake.

Nick Ollinger collected 65 percent of the vote to win the primary for the Waukesha County Sheriff's race. Ollinger will be the only candidate on the ballot in November and received 30,988 votes. John Gscheidmeier finished with 16,646 votes, or 35 percent.

A referendum was approved in Delafield that will fund Lake Country Fire and Rescue. The referendum asked for an additional $450,000 per year through 2030. The funds will cover a plan for staffing. The referendum passed with 1,622 votes, or 66 percent. 829 voted against it, or 34 percent.   

The Hartford Police Department's National Night Out event is Wednesday, August 12 at Bernd Park, 163 N. Rural Street in the City of Hartford. It's scheduled to run from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

"It's probably one of my favorite outreach events that we do every year," Hartford Police Chief Richard Thickens told WTKM. "I think it's awesome that the men and women that serve the community, that's the police, fire, EMS and National Guard get to interact with the community in a really positive way. Having the opportunity for the community to come out and see us, to see how we do the job and what we use to do the job is great."   

It's an evening with Hartford's hometown heros.

A few of the highlights will be a SWAT equipment display, taser and K9 demonstrations, bounce house and game trailer. It's an opportunity to see an emergency vehicle up close. Flight for Life will also be featured. 

A tasty menu will include burgers and hot dogs, free chips and water donated by Festival Foods, free frozen custard donated by Culver's, free ice cream donated by the Lions Club and free lemonade samples by Angee B'z.