If your child was planning on attending the Middle School Christmas Dance scheduled for December 15th, it has been canceled. Low attendance numbers is the listed reason for the cancellation.

On November 30^th at 4:47pm, the Jefferson County Law Center received a call indicating that a group of individuals was fighting with sticks in the 800 block of West Grimes Avenue in Fairfield. Upon arrival, Fairfield Police Officers located an adult male who was bleeding from the leg. After recognizing significant injury, he was transported to the hospital.

Multiple individuals were interviewed at the scene, yet conflicting statements were given to law enforcement, making the exact facts blurry. After sorting through reports, it was determined that a disagreement among family members had taken place. A physical fight then took place, culminating in a female stabbing a male with a kitchen knife.

The female told officers that she used the knife as self-defense, after the male threw a part of a car engine at her. This claim of self defense could not be verified by law enforcement.

After medical stabilization, the male was interviewed by law enforcement. He was polite and cooperative, yet it came as a surprise when he was asked for the details surrounding the case, and he told officers “We don’t do family like that.”

The male party indicated to officers that he does now want to pursue or cooperate in criminal prosecution relating to the injuries. He is expected to make a full recovery.

Unless new and substantial information becomes made know to law enforcement, no charges will be issued from this incident.

With winter weather eventually coming, driving becomes a chore. One that you have to intensely focus on, as you attempt to navigate a slick roadway with snow attacking your line of sight. Everyone wants to make it home safely, but we also know that emergencies happen.

Thankfully, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has shared some helpful information that you should remember when in an emergency.

If you are stopped or stalled in wintry weather, stay focused on yourself and your passengers, your car, and your surroundings.

Stay with your car and don’t overexert yourself. Do not leave your vehicle and instead stay in the shelter.

Make sure that your car is seen by putting bright markers on the antenna or windows. You can also keep your interior dome light on.

Carbon monoxide poisoning poses a real risk in a winter storm. Make sure your exhaust pipe is clear of any snow, and only run your car sporadically.

On December 14^th, at approximately 12:29am, Burlington Police Officers were dispatched to the 200-blk of Valley regarding a robbery at an establishment. When officers arrived, they located a man, later identified as Taronzo Payne nearby.

Through the investigation, officers learned that a robbery had not occurred, however Payne was accused of displaying a firearm to witnesses. Two firearms were located on Payne’s person, one of which was stolen.

Payne, 39, of Waupun, WI was taken into custody on warrants out of Wisconsin and additionally charged with Public Intoxication, Theft 5th Degree, Ineligible Persons to Possess a Dangerous Weapon, and two counts of Firearm by a Felon.

The Mt. Pleasant Community High School Alumni and Friends Pep Band and Choir is inviting anyone who has ever played for the Mt. Pleasant Music Department to a special performance next Tuesday. That’s right, the band and choir will perform the Star Spangled Banner and other tunes at the Panther girls and boys basketball games on the 19^th of December.

You have the chance to dust off your old instrument and sing to your heart’s delight once again, with panthers of all ages. Come and enjoy the basketball game, meet new friends, and reconnect with old ones.

If you plan to attend, please reach out to Mr. Creager at the Middle School if you need supplies or an instrument. Alumni will gather at the Mt. Pleasant High School at 5:45pm on Tuesday, December 19^th, to “practice.” Come cheer on the panthers!