Family Promise of the Great Rivers has received a $30,000 grant from Love Always of La Crosse to help expand staffing at its homeless shelter in Sparta as demand for services continues to rise in … more

When the subject of World War II comes up, the name Gen. Douglas MacArthur is not far behind. Probably best known for his leadership role in the Pacific in World War II, he also had significant roles … more

Several area students were recognized for academic achievement during the Fall 2025 semester at the University of Wisconsin-Superior and the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. At … more

Chances are if you haven’t had the flu this season, you likely know someone who has. That’s because over the past few weeks, the illness has run rampant throughout our area, and the surge isn’t … more

Several Monroe County villages will see contested and uncontested races on the spring ballot. In the Village of Oakdale, two seats will appear on the ballot: village president and one village … more

James Lanier has been named Monroe County Tree Farmer of the Year by Monroe County Land Conservation Department, recognized for a lifetime of woodland management that has shaped more than 365 acres … more

We are approaching the third week of January. Depending on the sources you choose to follow, over 45% of people who started exercising as a New Year’s resolution have stopped by now. Various reasons include: not seeing results, difficulty with exercise, and people simply getting bored. Unless you grew up playing sports, exercise is unlikely to be enjoyable. It doesn’t have to be like that if one gets out of a boring routine and looks for new, exciting options. more

Sparta voters will be asked to decide on an operating referendum in the 2026 spring election after school officials approved placing the question on the ballot. At a special school board meeting … more

Town or Angelo Township Of Angelo to Jerman, Peter - 11776 GOODWATER AVE, SPARTA WI 54656 - $- Village of Cashton Marx, Rolland to Peterson, Shane - 920 Wisconsin Street - $55,000 … more

One person was seriously injured the morning of Jan. 15 when a vehicle struck a horse-drawn buggy on Highway 33 in the Town of Sheldon. According to a news release from the Monroe County … more

Tucker and Becky Gretebeck have been named Monroe County Conservation Farmers of the Year, recognized by the Monroe County Land Conversation Department for their work producing grass-fed milk with … more

Tomah school officials are seeking community input to help guide the search for a new district administrator, who is expected to begin July 1. In a Jan. 9 news release, the Tomah Area School … more

A Monroe County dairy farm and its operator have been ordered to pay $120,000 settlement for alleged environmental violations connected to a 2024 fish kill in Moore Creek and a nearby tributary, … more

Tina Thompson, president and CEO of the Tomah Chamber & Visitors Center, has been named as a director on the 2026 Board of Advisors for the Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Executives. Thompson … more

140 years ago (1886) New Years Resolutions for Monroe County and Sparta: This city ought to resolve to run the city business on business principles, and to spend less money and to have … more

The Monroe County Safe Community Coalition has launched a community survey to better understand the safety concerns of those who live and work in Monroe County. This survey is an important step … more

The following Monroe County area students have been named to the Fall Dean’s List for the 2025-26 academic year their college/university. Each university school or college sets its own GPA … more

Applications are now open for the 79th Alice in Dairyland, Wisconsin’s long-running agricultural ambassador program. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection is … more

A Wilton man was injured the afternoon of Jan. 7 in a logging accident on private property in the town of Webster, according to the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Roy Torgerson said … more

Dec. 29: Dyshone Bell, 26, of Chicago, Illinois, was charged with obstructing an officer and possession of THC. A $1,000 cash bond was requested. Held on a $250 cash bond. Gage … more