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The Freedom Honor Flight Coulee Region Committee, in conjunction with the American Legion, is hosting a fundraiser for the Freedom Honor Flight (FHF) on October 3, 2026, at the American Legion Post …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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10/1/26
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Sparta Police Chief Emilee Nottestad and five other Monroe County law enforcement leaders say years of meetings and a revised agreement with Human Services have failed to resolve problems in the …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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10/1/26
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September 21:
Samuel Ambrosini, 39, of Genoa, was charged with 3 counts of forgery (one as PTAC), possession of THC (2nd offense), and drug paraphernalia. Prosecutors requested a $ 1,500 …
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10/1/26
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Monroe County, WI – In recognition of October as National Bullying Prevention Month, the Monroe County Safe Community Coalition (MCSCC) is proud to sponsor an Anti-Bullying Poster Contest for …
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10/1/26
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October brings thoughts of colorful leaves, good food, and family time. Those things will come together at the Sparta Fall Fest on Saturday, October 3, when the annual event returns to downtown …
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By SAVANNAH TUCKER, Staff Writer
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10/1/26
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There are six dates throughout October when seasons open, so hunters are encouraged to double-check the hunting season dates and trapping season dates and confirm that they have acquired all …
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10/1/26
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Before Baraboo became a winter quarters for the Ringling Brothers Circus in 1884 and now the modern-day Circus World Museum, there was Delavan, Wisconsin. Widely known as the 19th Century Circus …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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10/1/26
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The Sparta Area School District is asking residents what they want protected in their schools as it considers another operational referendum and further spending cuts. Even with more referendum …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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10/1/26
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As we prepare for lower temperatures and sweater weather, it’s important to remember fall allergies and cold and flu season are on their way. For many people across the Midwest, they arrive side by …
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9/28/26
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges Wisconsinites and state visitors to think twice before giving invasive species or harmful hitchhikers a ride in their firewood this fall.
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9/28/26
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Influenza (flu) is a potentially serious disease that can lead to hospitalization and sometimes even death. Protect you and your family this flu season by getting the influenza vaccine, or flu shot, …
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9/28/26
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This fall, the Wisconsin Water Library and the Wisconsin Historical Society are teaming up to launch an online book club focused on Great Lakes shipwrecks and maritime history. The “Dive into …
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By JENNA MERTZ
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9/28/26
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130 Years Ago (1896)
Judge J.M. Morrow returned from Madison yesterday morning, where he had business before the Supreme Court. While in Madison, he heard the brilliant young Chicago orator and …
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Compiled by JOHN GESSNER
Herald Staff Writer
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9/28/26
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Fall in Wisconsin's Cranberry Capital means the cranberry harvest, crisp nights and, at Jellystone Park™ Warrens, a campground that goes all in on Halloween. The family-friendly resort will host …
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9/28/26
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Downtown Sparta will raise a glass to fall on Thursday, October 1, when Prost! Sip, Sample, & Stroll returns from 5 to 8 p.m.
"Prost!" is a German toast, much like saying "cheers." It is a …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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9/28/26
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The Shovelmen, together with the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce, will host “Sparta 2030,” a community discussion focused on the future of Sparta’s downtown and broader business community. The …
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9/28/26
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A veteran does not have to consider themselves an athlete to walk into an adaptive sports clinic at the Tomah VA Medical Center. They can start with a pickleball paddle, a bow, or a conversation with …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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9/28/26
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For nearly an hour after presentations ended at a September 10 PFAS forum at the Sparta American Legion, Monroe County residents kept asking questions.
What about private wells near Angelo, and …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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9/28/26
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The Brookwood boys shined yet again in their latest meet, notching a second-place finish behind a pair of top-10 individual performances.
Cooper Powell placed fifth overall with a time of …
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By ZACH RASTALL Sports Editor | 9/28/26 |
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Trailing by only one at halftime against La Crosse Central, Sparta hoped to tap into the same magic they used to pull off their win against Tomah the week prior. Instead, the RiverHawks asserted …
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