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  • Shorewood, WI

Adam joined Patch in November 2010, launching Shorewood Patch as editor. After a four-year stint in the U.S. Air Force as a military cop, he began studying journalism at Laramie County Community College in Cheyenne, Wyo. obtaining an associated degree in 2005. He continued studying journalism at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, obtaining his bachelors degree. Adam interned as a multimedia reporter at My Community NOW Newspapers covering community news in the Milwaukee metro area for about a year, prior to joining Patch.

Adam has been married for eight years and has two children, seven-years and two-years-old.

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DOT Secretary: Buckle Up, Save Lives

To increase safety belt use, law enforcement officers throughout Wisconsin will be patrolling city streets, rural roads, and major highways—day and night—during the Click It or Ticket mobilization from May 21 to June 3.

DOT Secretary: Buckle Up, Save Lives
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Obituary: Donald Ritchie

Donald taught computer science at UWM, Marquette University and MATC. Celebrate his life June 1 at 2 p.m. at North Shore Presbyterian Church.

Obituary: Donald Ritchie
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Shorewood to Be Showcased in MPTV's 'Around the Corner' Series

The show, hosted by actor John McGivern, dives into the secrets and interesting tidbits in different Wisconsin communities. Friday, the Milwaukee Public Television program will be in Shorewood to start filming its second season.

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Officials OK New Wave of Emerald Ash Borer Treatments

Village trustees approved bidding out for treatment of ash trees at $20,000 — in conjunction with work done by village staff — to protect from the invasive Emerald Ash Borer.

Officials OK New Wave of Emerald Ash Borer Treatments
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Patch Offering Free Brats at Run the Bay Saturday

The Whitefish Bay Public Education Foundation is hosting the 5k run/walk and kid fun run to benefit Whitefish Bay schools. Afterward, Patch will serve a picnic lunch and games, and Duke Pride will host a rummage sale.

Patch Offering Free Brats at Run the Bay Saturday
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Victory Gardens to Sprout Up with Saturday Blitz

The Victory Garden Initiative is kicking off its weeklong campaign to plant as many urban gardens in Milwaukee and Shorewood as possible in an effort to increase sustainability and self-sufficiency.

Victory Gardens to Sprout Up with Saturday Blitz