The Kiwanis of Monroe donated $10,895 to the United Way of Green County COVID-19 Community Response Fund. Kiwanis President Patrick Bodell presented an oversized check to United Way of Green County Director Teresa Keehn. During the presentation Bodell stated, "It is our pleasure, and duty to do this in our community." Keehn thanked the Kiwanis of Monroe and stated … [Read more...] about Kiwanis of Monroe Donates almost $11,000 to the COVID-19 Community Response Fund
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United Way of Green County COVID-19 Community Response Fund Update
United Way of Green County released a video update on the United Way of Green County COVID-19 Community Response Fund. Teresa Keehn, Executive Director provided an update after thanking everyone who has supported the fund. "This fund would not be possible without all of you, and I am incredibly grateful and thankful to be part of such a caring committed community" said … [Read more...] about United Way of Green County COVID-19 Community Response Fund Update
Monroe FFA Donates 200 Gallons of Milk
Following the lead of other FFA Organizations across the state, last week the Monroe FFA purchased 200 gallons of milk from the New Glarus Dairy last week to donate to area families The milk was delivered to Monroe families that are receiving meals from the Monroe School District during the COVID-19 shutdown. The school district continues to deliver breakfast and lunch to … [Read more...] about Monroe FFA Donates 200 Gallons of Milk
Sprinkler System Credited for Limiting Loses in RR Donnelly Co. Fire
The Monroe Fire Department responded to a reported water flow alarm at RR Donnelly on May 9th at 1:30am. Crews found the sprinkler system was activated, smoke in the building and some damaged windows. Fire Officials determined that there had been an explosion and fire, that was controlled by the sprinkler system. The Monroe Fire Department reported that there was some … [Read more...] about Sprinkler System Credited for Limiting Loses in RR Donnelly Co. Fire
Strong Winds Cause Gas Leak
At 6:03pm on 4/20/2020, the Monroe Fire Department responded to the 800 block of 17th street for a gas leak. Car-11 arrived on scene within 4 minutes of the page by dispatch and assumed command. A quick assessment found that a large tree branch had fallen due to strong winds. The tree branch knocked down power lines leading to one residence and damaged a gas meter at … [Read more...] about Strong Winds Cause Gas Leak