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Man Arrested at McDonald's On OWI, Drug Charges
Police say man went through restaurant drive-through with a blood-alcohol content of .20. Officers also found marijuana and drug paraphernalia.
Mark Schaaf, Patch Staff
Mark Schaaf, Patch Staff
- Oak Creek, WI
Email: mark.schaaf@patch.com
Phone: 262-497-1633
Hometown: Prairie du Chien, WI
Birthday 5-6-85
Bio: Being a journalist is the only career I've ever wanted for myself, and I'm so blessed that I'm getting to do it professionally. I grew up reading newspapers and by the third grade, I was making my own newspapers out of printer paper and putting them out on the porch at night, so when my dad got the Wisconsin State Journal in the morning, mine would be right next to it. (true story - my parents still have the copies) I have a passion for good journalism and I'm happy to be bringing that enthusiasm to Patch.
I grew up in Prairie du Chien and attended college at UW-Eau Claire where I served as editor of The Spectator. I worked for NOW Newspapers for 3 1/2 years before heading over to Patch to be the editor in Oak Creek.
Besides journalism, I'm passionate about music (Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Pearl Jam, Jack White) and the Milwaukee Brewers; I enjoy reading (non-fiction, mostly) and Sunday nights on HBO; and I believe Lee Harvey Oswald killed JFK but he did not act alone.
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Man Killed by Train Identified
James Batovsky, 39, was struck and killed by a passenger train near the Puetz Road crossing Thursday night.
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Both Drivers Cited After 27th Street Crash
Police say a driver was looking at her cell phone and could not stop in time, rear-ending a vehicle stopped at a red light.
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Oak Creek May Pull Support For Hotel Project
Proposed development at the corner of Howell and College avenues may be dealt another blow if the Oak Creek Common Council approves withdrawing $4.5 million in developer assistance.
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Dissatisfied With His Food, Man Calls the Cops
A 41-year-old man was apparently none too happy with the food he ordered from Golden Chicken Thursday night, so much so that he called police.
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President Clinton Rallies Barrett Supporters
With the recall election four days away, the former president spoke at a rally with Democrat Tom Barrett at Pere Marquette Park.
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Free Doughnuts Friday on National Doughnut Day
The Oak Creek Dunkin' Donuts one of numerous restaurants across the country offering free deals on National Doughnut Day.
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Updated: Man Struck and Killed By Train
An Amtrak train struck and killed a 39-year-old man near Puetz Road in Oak Creek about 9:20 p.m. Thursday.
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Rosandich Sworn In as Oak Creek Fire Chief
The 33-year veteran of the Oak Creek Fire Department took the oath in a ceremony Thursday at the Oak Creek Community Center.
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PHOTOS: Art Extravaganza At Cedar Hills
Cedar Hills fifth-graders showed off their artwork and got their families involved in several 'make-and-take' art projects Wednesday night.
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Share Your Ideas For New Library at Open House
Residents invited to event Saturday at the Oak Creek Public Library to discuss a new library with staff members and volunteers.
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Former Packer Addresses OCHS Student Leaders
All-time leading Packers rusher Ahman Green spoke to a crowd of about 275 people Tuesday at the Oak Creek Community Center, sharing stories from his Packers days and some motivational words.
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Report Spells Out Fire Department Consolidation Options
The Public Policy Forum says combining the fire departments of Hales Corners, Franklin, Oak Creek, Greenfield and Greendale would save a lot of money, but also present a lot of questions.
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Residents Invited to Chairwoman's Listening Session
New Milwaukee County Board Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic will hear from residents in the southern part of the county on June 6.
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I-94 Work Will Impact Northbound Freeway Traffic
Northbound Interstate 94 will close in the overnight hours this week, and have reduced lanes during the day, as part of a resurfacing operation.
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Nominations for Landscape Award Open Friday
The new award seeks to honor residents and business owners who enhance the look of the city through flower and tree plantings and creative landscaping ideas.
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Man Arrested on Drug Charge After Traffic Stop
Police arrested a 25-year-old Oak Creek man for possession of narcotics after a motorist called 911 about a driver who appeared to be under the influence.
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Report: Proposed Hotel Site at College/Howell Facing Foreclosure
A Four Points by Sheraton hotel and long-term airport parking lot planned for the corner of College and Howell avenues have not gotten off the ground.
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Money Taken in Burglary at 27th Street Bar
More than $1,000 was missing from Diane's Second Chance Saloon, according to an Oak Creek police report. The money was taken in the overnight hours Saturday.
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PHOTOS: Oak Creek Memorial Day Ceremony
Veterans were honored Monday at Forest Hill Memorial Park with a program that included an Honor Guard salute and the releasing of doves.
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