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Few individuals leave a legacy that spans generations, inspires thousands, and strengthens a community. Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) Walter E. Rakow was one of those individuals.
Rakow, who …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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6/18/26
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Summer is here, and for most families that means road trips, pool days and a well-earned break from the school-year routine. But for the parents of student-athletes, there is one important item that …
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6/18/26
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Four supervisors from the 88th Readiness Division, Fort McCoy, were honored by the Department of Defense for their Patriotic Support at an awards ceremony on May 20. The Wisconsin Employer Support of …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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6/18/26
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SPARTA, Wis. — After years of behind-the-scenes restoration work, one of Sparta's most recognizable landmarks is entering its most visible phase yet. The Historic William G. and Anne Williams House …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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6/18/26
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June 8:
Alphonso Allen, 37, of Morristown, NJ was determined incompetent to stand trial for March 13 charges of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, taking a vehicle without …
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6/18/26
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When Dr. Francis Redmon takes over as superintendent of the Tomah Area School District in July, one of his first priorities won't be launching a new initiative or rolling out a major policy change. …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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6/15/26
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From candidate to cadet to graduate equals success for the ninety-one students who completed the Wisconsin National Guard Challenge Academy course of instruction.
On June 10, 2026, the Academy …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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6/15/26
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140 Years ago (1886)
E.W. Babcock got in the first home grown strawberries of the season last week saying, “the crop is going to be a good one in spite of the drawbacks of frost and …
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Compiled by: John Gessner, Staff Writer
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6/15/26
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In the United States, one to four percent of children and about three percent of adults have some kind of food allergy. On the surface, that sounds like a small number, but for adults alone, that’s …
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6/15/26
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MADISON, Wis. (June 11, 2026) - University of Wisconsin-Madison students from the area have earned notable awards and scholarships this academic year.
* UW-Madison students won a Marshall …
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6/15/26
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EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (June 10, 2026) - We are proud to recognize the outstanding academic achievements of our Blugolds who have earned a place on the Dean’s List. Their commitment to excellence …
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6/15/26
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The Monroe County Area Retired Educators’ Association (MCAREA) has awarded their 2026 MCAREA Scholarships to Maggie Muehlenkamp and Kylie Powell, both of Norwalk.
An annual MCAREA Scholarship …
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6/15/26
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Under sunny skies and ideal weather conditions, the 2026 Butterfest Car Show, sponsored by the Monroe County Herald, drew a record-breaking crowd and field of vehicles on Saturday, June 13.
Show …
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By AARON ARNOLD
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6/15/26
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Data center moratoriums are on the rise in Wisconsin.
Two of the latest moves are happening in two of the biggest counties — Dane and Brown.
The Dane County Board of Supervisors were …
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By WisPolitics-State Affairs
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6/15/26
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June 1:
Bernard Becker, 36, of Cashton was charged with 2 counts of repeated battery by a prisoner, attempted battery by a prisoner, throwing or discharging bodily fluid at a public safety …
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6/11/26
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On June 8, 1976, a 19-year-old Monica Arnold stepped behind the salon chair for her very first day as a licensed hairdresser. This week, exactly 50 years later, she is still at it—reflecting on …
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By TERESA LAKOWSKE
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6/11/26
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SPARTA, Wis. — Children, parents, grandparents, and community volunteers came together in recent weeks either as members of- or to support- the Sparta Junior Garden Club through a creekside …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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6/11/26
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The path to Eagle Scout progresses through several stages. From their early days as tenderfoot scouts, learning the basics, scouts advance through the ranks to Life Scout. The crowning achievement of …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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6/11/26
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May 2026 has been a busy month for the Tomah Knights of Columbus Council 4125 as they continue their mission of community service, charitable contributions, and living up to the four pillars of the …
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Larry Scheckel
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6/11/26
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Town of Grant
Young, Adrian to Adrian And Lynn Young Family Trust Dated March 25, 1998 By Trustees Adrian M. Young And Lynn C. Young - 1246 Country Highlands Dr - …
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6/11/26
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