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A leaking roof, failing furnace, or drafty windows can quickly become overwhelming expenses for homeowners, especially those living on limited incomes. The City of Sparta hopes more residents will …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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7/13/26
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Kids From Wisconsin, a nonprofit performing arts organization, bring its 2026 production, “America’s Soundtrack: The Pulse of a Nation,” to Tomah High School in Tomah, WI on Tuesday, July 28.
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7/13/26
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When Steve Van Etten watched his 13-year-old stepson play baseball in Tomah, he couldn't help but notice what was still missing.
Only one of the three fields at the community's new baseball …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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7/13/26
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For more than five decades, Thomas Flock dedicated his life to serving the Tomah community as a Navy veteran, firefighter, EMT, police worker, educator, and municipal judge. Now, after 53 years of …
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By BRIN NEUMANN
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7/13/26
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As temperatures climb into the triple digits and summer settles over Monroe County, the Sparta Family Aquatic Center has become a popular place to cool off and escape the heat.
Run by the Sparta …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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7/13/26
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Military Consumer Protection Month begins on July 1, and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is here to raise awareness of issues impacting military …
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PRESS RELEASE
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7/13/26
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140 Years ago (1886)
Oakdale – The forest fires surrounding this station on the west, north and east are still burning. A large extent of the country has been burned over, and great damage has …
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Compiled by: John Gessner, Staff Writer
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7/13/26
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The Tomah Health Community Foundation is doing its part to fight food insecurity in Monroe County. Members donated $1,000 to the Oasis Food Pantry July 6 to support the organization located at the …
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PRESS RELEASE
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7/13/26
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The Tomah Lion’s Club swore in new officers on Wednesday, July 8 th , at its meeting location inside Recreation Station on Arthur Street in Tomah.
Sworn in by Lion Denny Koranda was Sue Paulis …
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By TINA THOMPSON
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7/13/26
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For more than three decades, Peking Chinese Restaurant has been more than a place to enjoy egg rolls, fried rice and family dinners. It has been a fixture in the Tomah community, where generations of …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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7/9/26
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Republican voters will choose between two candidates with different professional backgrounds and leadership philosophies when they select their nominee for Monroe County sheriff in the Aug. 11 …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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7/9/26
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In just under 2 weeks, Recreation Park in Tomah will be filled with the sounds of farm life as the Monroe County Fair comes to town. The fair will be held July 22-26 and will mark the culmination of …
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By DEB REID
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7/9/26
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For Brady Wells, showing livestock at the Monroe County Fair isn't just a summer tradition — it's the result of a year's worth of work, dedication and a lifelong connection to agriculture.
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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7/9/26
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For nearly three decades, longtime quilter Zan Pierce has stitched quilts and handmade gifts for the people she loves. This summer, that tradition has taken on a distinctly Wisconsin twist.
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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7/9/26
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For five days each summer, the Monroe County Fairgrounds transform into a gathering place where agriculture, family traditions, education and entertainment come together. This year's Monroe County …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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7/9/26
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For more than half a century, Ron Mitchell's workday began before sunrise, traveling the back roads of Monroe County to visit dairy farms, collect milk samples and visit with farm families.
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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7/9/26
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June 29:
Skylar Andersen, 22, of Tomah was charged with child neglect and domestic abuse disorderly conduct. A $1500 cash bond was requested. Released on a $5000 signature bond.
Jeremy …
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7/9/26
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The Big Creek Valley Church Historical Society will host its annual fundraiser on Sunday, Aug. 2, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the historic church, 5188 County Hwy BC, Sparta.
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7/9/26
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The Kiwanis Club of Sparta and Sparta High Key Club joined forces on Sunday, June 14 during the Butterfest Parade to collect non-perishable food items and cash donations from parade goers. The …
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7/9/26
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250 years ago, the 13 colonies banded together to declare their independence from the United Kingdom and to form the great experiment of the United States of America. The saying went that the sun …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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7/9/26
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