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One person was killed the evening of Feb. 10 in a crash on Interstate 94 near Tomah, according to the Wisconsin State Patrol.
The crash occurred at 7:49 p.m. on I-94 eastbound at mile marker 141 …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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2/12/26
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Whitetail Ridge Ski Area at Fort McCoy is offering free adaptive ski lessons through a partnership with the North American Squirrel Association (n.a.s.a), providing people with cognitive and physical …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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2/12/26
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Monroe County saw a higher-than-usual number of flu hospitalizations in early 2026, while COVID-19 hospitalizations remained comparatively low, according to county health department officials.
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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2/12/26
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Feb. 2:
Peter Christianson, 51, of La Crosse, was charged with repeated theft of movable property, trespassing to land and remaining after notice, and three counts of bail jumping. An …
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2/12/26
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Town of Adrian
Kenworthy Farms, LLC to Leid, Jeffrey Zeiset And Lillian Hoover - Indigo Ave $285,000
Town of Byron
Estate Of Bonnie M. Johns to Davies, Jeffrey - 12632 County …
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2/12/26
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Emplify Health, Homecare Hub kick off partnership to improve hospital throughput, patient experience
Emplify Health by Gundersen has transitioned its first 12 patients to supportive housing and care through its Homecare Hub partnership, marking a major milestone in efforts to address a critical gap …
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Submitted by Emplify Health
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2/9/26
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130 years ago (1896)
A team (horses and wagon) from the country came up through town Friday noon on a run, without a driver, and with the tongue of the vehicle a(wagon) raking the ground all the …
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Compiled by JOHN GESSNER
Staff Writer
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2/9/26
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Tomah Health Hospice Touch / Palliative Care will offer a six-week grief support group to help individuals cope with the loss of a loved one, providing guidance and support for those navigating the …
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PRESS RELEASE
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2/9/26
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The Sparta Free Library eliminated overdue fines at the start of the year, a move library leaders say is designed to reduce barriers to access and encourage more people to use library services.
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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2/9/26
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The Tomah Chamber and Visitor Center will transition responsibility for organizing and hosting local candidate forums to the Tomah Rotary Club beginning with the upcoming election cycle, chamber …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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2/9/26
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A Birchwood man faces multiple felony charges, including possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine and 26 counts of felony bail jumping, following his arrest Feb. 4 at Whitetail Crossing …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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2/6/26
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The Monroe County Board of Supervisors heard preliminary findings in an updated detailed presentation on a proposed consolidated county government building that could reshape how county services are …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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2/5/26
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Jan. 26:
Devin Davis, 25, of Tomah, was charged with transfer of encumbered property exceeding $500. Released on a $500 signature bond.
Randy Dopson, 32, of Tomah, was charged …
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2/5/26
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This week, we continue our tour of Tomah’s historical buildings moving North on Superior Avenue.
This is part two of a two-part series, see the Jan. 29 edition of the Monroe County Herald for …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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2/5/26
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High Honors (4.0) Honor Roll (3.5-3.99) Scholastic Roll (3.0-3.49)
No grades lower than 74% as of Jan. 28, 2026
Class Of 2026-Seniors
High …
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2/5/26
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The former executive director of the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce has been sentenced on a misdemeanor charge as part of a plea agreement in a case involving forgery allegations dating back to …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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2/5/26
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The Tomah Area School District will host an in-person Child Development Day on March 5, offering free developmental screenings and resources for young children and their families.
The event will …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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2/5/26
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Josie Bailey, a University of Wisconsin–River Falls student and Tomah resident majoring in agricultural education, was awarded the $1,500 Whitmore Memorial Scholarship by the Wisconsin Pork …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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2/5/26
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A Sparta family is rebuilding after a fire destroyed their home the morning of Jan. 31, displacing the family of eight, including six children, and prompting an outpouring of support from neighbors, …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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2/5/26
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Fire officials have declared a barn a total loss following a fire Feb. 2 on State Route 162 in Bangor.
The Bangor Fire Department was dispatched after a 911 call reporting a barn on fire at the …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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2/5/26
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