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Community members gathered at Tomah High School as the Tomah Area School District hosted a public forum featuring three finalists for its next superintendent.
The event gave residents, staff and …
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By STEVIE VELASQUEZ, Staff Writer
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3/26/26
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Candidates for the Tomah Area School District Board of Education highlighted concerns about transparency, student behavior, staff retention and leadership during a candidate forum hosted by the Tomah …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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3/26/26
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March 16:
Richard Alden, 52, of Mauston, was found guilty of an amended charge of invading privacy by use of a surveillance device. Sentenced to 12 months of probation and court costs.
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3/26/26
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Fort McCoy continues performing prescribed burn operations where local conditions provide a safe and effective burn.
Today a prescribed burn will be on North Post.
Fort McCoy will continue …
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PRESS RELEASE
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3/24/26
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140 years ago (1886)
The ladies of the “Cooking Club” will give a supper for the benefit of the Congregational Church fund, at the Opera Hall Friday evening, March 19. It is expected to be a …
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Compiled by JOHN GESSNER
Staff Writer
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3/23/26
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Voters in the Sparta Area School District will decide April 7 on a proposed three-year, $5.4 million operational referendum aimed at addressing a projected budget shortfall and maintaining current …
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3/23/26
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By JENNY RODRIGUEZ MORAN
Contributing Writer
Landowners and farmers in the Little La Crosse Watershed have an opportunity to take part in conservation projects in 2026, supported by …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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3/23/26
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Sparta residents Linda Hess and Cedric Schnitzler will serve as the 2026 Lady Butterfest and Festmaster, representing the community at this year’s Butterfest and other events throughout the year.
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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3/23/26
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7 Rivers Figure Skating Club and Tomah High School seniors Grace Bardeen and Kylie Moake started their journey with ice skating fourteen years ago.
Both were age four when they took part in a …
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Submitted by Erika Nelson
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3/23/26
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With the signing of Gail’s Law by Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers, women across the state soon will have expanded access to supplemental breast cancer screenings. The law ensures the nearly 40 percent of …
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Submitted by Emplify Health
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3/23/26
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According to Sparta Area School District officials, the district held cash reserves of $9,360,089 at the end of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
The district has built up a significant …
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By GARY ASCHER
Staff Writer
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3/23/26
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Sparta city officials are planning a monthslong leadership transition aimed at maintaining continuity as two long-time administrators prepare to retire.
Since 2012, Sparta has operated under a …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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3/23/26
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A traffic stop on Interstate 94 near Tomah led to the seizure of more than 145 grams of cocaine and the arrest of two men the evening of March 18, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office.
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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3/20/26
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Monroe County will bring together business leaders, community officials and entrepreneurs later this month for its annual tourism conference, an event aimed at strengthening regional collaboration …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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3/19/26
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Cashtonites won't have to travel far for this year's dairy breakfast.
For the second time in Monroe County Dairy Breakfast history, Trescher Town-View Dairy will serve as host for the …
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By Logan Everson
Record Editor
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3/19/26
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March 9:
Gary Buehner, 32, of Tomah, was charged with repeated possession with intent to distribute amphetamine or methamphetamine, repeated possession of THC and drug paraphernalia, and …
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3/19/26
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According to Sparta school officials, the number of students enrolled in Sparta Area Schools has declined from 2,915 students in the 2016-2017 school year to 2,642 students in the 2025-2026, a …
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By GARY ASCHER
Staff Writer
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3/19/26
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Many will recognize the name Gen. Billy Mitchell as associated with his namesake, the Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport. He was an early pioneer of military air power and held a prominent role …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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3/19/26
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Community members gathered at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church on March 4 for a Lenten luncheon, the second of the season hosted by the Sparta Ecumenical Ministerial Association, continuing a …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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3/19/26
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The Sparta High School powerlifting team faced unexpected adversity at the state meet, but several athletes still delivered notable performances as they have their sights set on the upcoming national …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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3/19/26
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