Patty for wi: Working for the community

 Julie Bosman, who covers the Midwest for The New York Times, spoke to Patty about what she was preparing for as the Chief Medical Examiner in St. Croix County during the pandemic.  No one could have predicted how this would personally impact Patty during the months of their communication.  Click on the links to read the full article or listen to the podcast of their journey. 

 An uncommon pairing between Former Wisconsin Assembly Representative, Adam Jarchow, and former Wisconsin Senator, Patty Schachtner who joined Ben Dryden to create “Politically Speaking" on the DrydenWire podcast.  Click HERE to watch the topics that we discussed over 10 sessions together. 

My husband and I were honored to host Governor Tony Evers during his  “Doing the Right Thing" tour on August 15, 2022.  Close to 300 people in attendance showed Governor Evers and the other candidates that the people of Western Wisconsin were ready to step up, speak up, and VOTE!  Click the HERE to read the full article in the Hudson Star-Observer.  

One of the proud moments I had as a Wisconsin District 10 State Senator was showing my support of our Veterans.  In 2019 I was a part of the groundbreaking ceremony for Freedom Park walking trail in New Richmond.  Click HERE to read the full article in the Republican Eagle.

For almost 20 years I have worked for St. Croix County as an Investigator and for the last 11 years as the Chief Medical Examiner.  Over that time I have seen a rise in unclaimed remains that is heartbreaking.   Click HERE to read more about this heartbreaking trend that I opened up about with Tom Lindfors.

As the Chief Medical Examiner I had the opportunity to speak at an independently organized TED event in Stillwater, MN in 2016.  You can watch "It's about time we talk about death"  HERE that may open your eyes to your own family experiences.