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Jefferson County Announces 2026 Spring Clean Sweep and Tire Recycling Event
JEFFERSON, Wis. – The Jefferson County Spring Clean Sweep will be held on Friday, April 10 from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday, April 11 from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. at the Jefferson County Parks Shop, 1555 South Industrial Drive in Jefferson. The event is open to households, farms, and small businesses to properly dispose of their hazardous waste. We require phone pre-registration (920-674-7430) for this event. Households and farms, please register by Wednesday, April 8 at 4:00 p.m.; you are welcome to bring
Community Partnerships Support Wildlife Conservation and Hands-on Education
Jefferson County Parks, in partnership with local volunteers, educators, and utilities staff, has completed the installation of a new osprey nesting platform at Dorothy Carnes Park East, marking yet another milestone in ongoing efforts to support native bird populations and enhance wildlife habitat within the park. The installation fulfills a long-standing goal of the Friends of Rose Lake, which has advocated for a dedicated osprey nesting structure since 2019. That year, an active osprey nest had to be
Jefferson County Parks Needs YOUR Help!
Jefferson County is gearing up to complete an update to its Park & Outdoor Recreation Plan (PORP) to guide its future parks and recreation planning efforts from 2026 to 2031. This plan aims to outline long-term and short-term strategies for park development, guiding future decisions and resources toward a clear vision. The PORP covers the development and revitalization of parks, facilities, open spaces, and the entire recreation system. To shape this vision, the plan will include a needs assessment,
FCCU to host Multi-Generational Family Finance Night
WHITEWATER, WI — Fort Community Credit Union (FCCU) is proud to partner with the Whitewater Public Library to host Multi-Gen Family Finance, a free, community workshop designed to help families understand how culture, emotions, and family dynamics influence financial decisions. The event will take place on Thursday, March 19 from 6:30-7:30 pm at Whitewater Public Library. Light refreshments and childcare will be provided for attendees by the FCCU team. This unique financial wellness program invites
A Critical Decision: Preserving the Mason Log Home for the Future
In 2015, the Jefferson County Parks Department, with the support of dedicated volunteers and generous donors, completed the restoration of the Mason Log Home at Dorothy Carnes Park East. Hidden for more than a century inside the walls of an original 1850 farmstead, the log home was carefully uncovered, documented, and rebuilt over a two-year period by park staff and volunteers.During the restoration, it was discovered that many of the original logs had been cut or removed during earlier modifications to the
Deb Reinbold Honored as a 2026 BizTimes Media Notable Economic Development Executive
JEFFERSON, Wis. – Deb Reinbold, President of Thrive Economic Development and Executive Director of the Jefferson County Economic Development Consortium, has been named to the 2026 BizTimes Media Notable Economic Development Executive list. Reinbold is one of nine economic development professionals from southeastern Wisconsin to receive the honor, which recognizes employees who demonstrate excellence within the field, effect change within their organization or industry, and give back through civic or
Jake Johnson, Realtor, Joins the Jefferson Area Chamber of Commerce
Jefferson, WI - The Jefferson Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Jake Johnson as its newest member. Proudly serving Dane, Rock, and Jefferson Counties, Jake provides comprehensive real estate services designed to support both buyers and sellers at every stage of the process. His buyer services include personalized guidance to determine priorities, leveraging market knowledge and research to find the right home, negotiating offers and requests, coordinating contracts and documentation, and
Jefferson County Sherriff's Office Launches JESO App
JEFFERSON, Wis. – The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office has launched its new JESO mobile app for those interested in information regarding public safety in the County. Anyone can download the JESO app for free via the App Store (for Apple devices) or Google Play (for Google Android devices). “Technology has enabled us all to access news, critical updates, and data faster and easier than ever before,” said Jefferson County Sheriff Travis Maze. “We designed the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JESO) app
Jefferson County Seeks Public Input on Accessory Dwelling Unit Amendment
JEFFERSON, Wis. – The Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Committee invites residents to comment on a proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) amendment to the existing County Zoning Ordinance during its public hearing at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 19 at the Jefferson County Courthouse (Room C2063) or via Microsoft Teams teleconference. The County is exploring this amendment because it has potential to contribute to two pillars within the Jefferson County Strategic Plan: diverse housing opportunities
Kevin Wiesmann Honored as WPRA Park Section Outstanding Professional of the Year
JEFFERSON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Park and Recreation Association (WPRA) has named Jefferson County Parks Director Kevin Wiesmann its 2025 Park Section Outstanding Professional of the Year. Wiesmann received his award during a reception at the WPRA Annual Conference & Trade Show on February 5 in Wisconsin Dells. The Outstanding Professional of the Year Award recognizes parks professionals with seven or more years of experience who excel in their mission to promote the benefits of parks and whose actions hold
