Washburn, WI

On March 19th the Good Thyme Restaurant in Washburn, Wisconsin, was completely destroyed by fire. Owner Renee Holman lived above the restaurant and lost all her personal possessions, despite prompt action by the Washburn Fire Department. Adjacent businesses were spared, thanks to the efforts of those who responded.

Good Thyme has been an annual participant in the Madeline Island Chamber of Commerce-sponsored "Chequamegon Chefs Exhibition". Good Thyme employed a significant number of Washburn residents.

A relief fund has been established at Bremer Bank to assist Renee in recovering from this loss.

Donations may be made by by visiting the Good Thyme/Holman Family Fire Relief Fund web site (http://www.goodthymewashburn.com/). Donations may also be mailed to:

Good Thyme Bistro & Catering Relief Fund
c/o Bremer Bank
PO Box 278
Washburn, WI 54891

Challenger Ralph Brzezinski easily defeated incumbent Washburn Mayor Irene Blakely on Tuesday.

Brzezinski's campaign centered on economic development and bringing jobs to the area. Blakely was seen by some voters as being anti-development and anti-business. Her opponent won the election by a margin of 157 votes, out of a total of 905 votes cast in the spring election.

Blakely is credited with the adoption of a resolution making Washburn an eco-municipality. During her two terms in office, she presided over the completion of Washburn's comprehensive plan.

The new mayor has his work cut out for him. Washburn voters also rejected a school referendum request on Tuesday, by 446 votes.

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