2 September 2013

Michael R. Abler

Michael R. Abler, 53, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013, at his home. He was born on March 6, 1960, in Sheboygan, the son of the late Arthur Abler and Martina (Halbach) Abler, Wittenberg. On Feb. 17, 1979, Mike was united in marriage to Wanda Brenecke in Chilton. She survives. Mike and Wanda owned and operated Northwoods Sporting and Nursery in Birnamwood. Mike loved to work on cars and race cars, to hunt and to spend time with his friends.
30 August 2013
Prep Roundup
Manawa wins Marion Invitational Manawa High School was a perfect 5-0 at the Marion Volleyball Invitational Friday in Marion. Tigerton was second with a record of 3-2. Wisconsin Valley Lutheran also went 3-2 to finish third.
30 August 2013
Monfils 6th at Terror invite
Teagan Monfils finished sixth with a time of 16 minutes, 32 seconds, and the Shawano Community High School girls cross-country team finished 10th at the Terror Invitational at Pierce Park in Appleton. Shawano had a team score of 287. Kimberly (38) took first. The SCHS boys team finished eighth with a team score of 214. Jake Klister led the team, finishing 17th overall with a time of 18 minutes. Boys: 1. Kimberly (38), 2. Oshkosh West (46), 3.
30 August 2013
Speedway season comes down to one more night
Championship Night at the Shawano Speedway during the Shawano County Fair is always a fun event. The carnival-like atmosphere is something special. Many fans make a once-a-year trek to the track on fair night as well. With one night remaining, Abrams racer “Rocket” Ron Berna has a chance to make history. Berna currently has a nine-point lead over defending track champion Nick Anvelink.
30 August 2013
Hawks get younger, taller on volleyball court
With the exit of a large and talented group of seniors, the young Shawano Community High School girls volleyball team is going to rely on height and defense this year. “I didn’t know what to expect,” Shawano coach Jean Wolf said. “I graduated a lot of seniors.
30 August 2013
Shawano loses to Mosinee, 42-0
Through two games, the Shawano Community High School football team has yet to find the end zone and has been on the losing end of two ugly scores. But first-year coach Al Tomow said his team continues to play hard, even if it doesn’t show on the scoreboard. “I’m proud of my team, that they don’t quit. That they play hard for each other and for our staff,” Tomow said. “We knew what we signed up for.
30 August 2013
Letter: Sheriff has questions to answer
To the editor: After reading a articles in The Shawano Leader and on the WTCH website, I have a few questions that our County Board should ask: 1. Why can Menominee Tribal Police eradicate over 900 marijuana plants on Aug.
30 August 2013
Letter: Show your support for Anello's zoo
To the editor: I am writing in regard to Anello’s petting zoo. Just because some dumb kid can’t read, she has caused all this trouble for Rita. I’ve watched this zoo grow from a few chickens, rabbits, geese and goats to include a camel, zebras, llamas, kangaroos, parrots, etc. I think the zoo is an asset to Shawano. The cages and yards are well kept, and the animals are healthy.
30 August 2013
Letter: Casino fits Walker goal of job creation
To the editor: With one signature, Gov. Scott Walker can create thousands of Wisconsin jobs and generate over $35 million annually in new state revenue. He can help build a brighter future for one of the state’s poorest tribes, promote free-market competition and increase consumer choice. Gov. Walker has the power to approve the Menominee Tribe’s proposed Kenosha casino, which has already been approved by the federal Bureau of Indian Affairs.
30 August 2013
City crews continue storm cleanup efforts
“Storms make oaks take deeper root.” — George Herbert It is always a good thing when we can say “the storm has passed.” However, the recovery and cleanup will continue into the future. First and foremost, on behalf of the city of Shawano, I would like to extend our heartfelt sympathy to the Menominee Nation, the family and friends and all who mourn the death of Marlo King.
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