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12th annual Danny B held this weekend

By CHARITY SMITH

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GILE, Wis. — Thirteen years after Danny Baross, of Erwin Township, died by suicide, his family and friends continue to keep his name alive, by holding the annual Danny B. Jack and Jill softball tournament at Gile Field.

The event, which benefits the Range Suicide Prevention Council, will take place this weekend starting at 9 a.m. on Saturday and continuing through the late afternoon. Eight teams of men and women are registered to compete in the tournament this year. Six teams will advance to Sunday’s action.

The two teams eliminated on Saturday aftern...