Sauk County Sheriff Chip Meister takes his oath of office from Circuit Court Judge Michael Screnock during a ceremony Thursday at the Sauk County Courthouse. Meister, who was elected for his fourth term during the November election, is now the longest serving sheriff in county history. Screnock also swore in incumbent Clerk of Courts Carrie Wastlick and Coroner Greg Hahn.
Sauk County Circuit Court Judge Michael Screnock issues the oath of office for three incumbents ready to take on their next terms as county officials.
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Sauk County Circuit Court Judge Michael Screnock, right, swears in incumbent Coroner Greg Hahn during a ceremony in Screnock's courtroom Thursday. Hahn was one of three incumbents who took their oath. He is set to serve his fourth term as coroner and thanked the former coroner, who still works beside him, in part for his success.
Sauk County Clerk of Courts Carrie Wastlick promises to uphold the duties of her office while being sworn in by Circuit Court Judge Michael Screnock during a ceremony Thursday at the county courthouse. Wastlick was one of three incumbents sworn in and echoed the sentiments of supportive staff, especially in the most recent years of her more than 20 year tenure, as COVID-19 created new challenges.
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