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18-07-2025
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Longtime Brown County Tavern League leader Vern Krawczyk dies at 91
BROWN COUNTY, Wis. (WFRV) – A longtime advocate for responsible alcohol service and a pillar of the local business community has died at the age of 91. According to his obituary, Vern Krawczyk died Sunday at a local care facility following a brief illness. He is survived by his wife, Judy, and their three children. Polka, pierogi & parades: Pulaski Polka Days returns for 46th year of festive fun The Brown County Tavern League paid tribute to Krawczyk in a social media post, calling him someone they were 'honored to have on our side.' After serving in the United States Marine Corps, Krawczyk and his wife owned the Skytop Supper Club for more than 30 years. He later served as president of the Brown County Tavern League for 23 years, while Judy spent six years as a Wisconsin State Representative. Krawczyk taught at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College for more than 15 years, where he instructed responsible beverage server courses. He was a strong advocate for safe and responsible alcohol consumption, regularly working with law enforcement and helping to pioneer the SafeRide program in the area. He also served on the City of Green Bay's Protection and Welfare Committee, now known as the Protection and Policy Committee. Beyond the tavern industry, Krawczyk was active in community causes, particularly the NEW Zoo. Through partnerships with the Tavern League and the Restaurant Association, he helped raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for the zoo, including funds to purchase its first giraffe. Krawczyk also served on the Advisory Council for St. Vincent's, chaired fundraising efforts for the Sky Ranch for Boys, and led the Brown County Republican Party. 'While I was serving as president of the Brown County Tavern League, Vern and I traded hand-written letters, which to me was like getting an autograph from a celebrity,' said Don Mjelde, Eastern District vice president of the Tavern League of Wisconsin. 'This is a man who, without hesitation, consistently gave back to the community that supported his family and business.' 10-month-old killed, four others hospitalized in single-vehicle crash in Wisconsin Mjelde added, 'Today, through misty eyes, we raise a glass. To the man who helped shape the good in all of us… may we all strive to help our friends and neighbors as much as Vern showed us we can.' Dozens of community members left tributes on his obituary page, reflecting on Krawczyk's legacy and the lasting impact he made on those around him. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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18-07-2025
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Sheboygan PD releases statement on teen's drowning at quarry, arrest made for online threat
SHEBOYGAN, Wis. (WFRV) – Following the tragic drowning of a 13-year-old at Jaycee Quarry Park, the Sheboygan Police Department released a statement addressing recent online threats that included an arrest. Recovery efforts began on the afternoon of July 15 after a 13-year-old from Sheboygan never resurfaced from the waters of Jaycee Quarry Park. Search efforts concluded the next day after the victim's body was recovered. Longtime Brown County Tavern League leader Vern Krawczyk dies at 91 Officers noted that, based on an initial investigation and witness accounts, no foul play is suspected. It was also said that the teen was swimming with a group of friends in a non-designated area of the quarry. The Sheboygan Police Department then touched on the 'false and misleading information' circulating on social media. 'Unfortunately, this misinformation has contributed to heightened emotions and the exchange of threats among community members online. Our department has taken these matters seriously, and we have already investigated one such threat that led to an arrest,' the release states. 10-month-old killed, four others hospitalized in single-vehicle crash in Wisconsin 'We urge everyone to use caution and responsibility when sharing information online,' officers went on to say. 'Please verify facts before reposting and remember that speculation and rumors only cause further harm to those already grieving.' The investigation into the incident is ongoing. Both Sheboygan Jaycees Quarryview Park and the Sheboygan Quarry Beach Adventure Park and Water Sports have since reopened. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
