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In the 1930s, the names of bank robbers like Bonnie and Clyde and John Dillinger’s names splashed across the headlines. Other criminals followed suit, but perhaps not as well known to the public …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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12/18/25
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Tomah Health staff donated $1,695 to the Tomah Neighbor for Neighbor Food Pantry following a pre-Thanksgiving pie sale that raised funds to support pantry operations.
Tomah Health Nutrition …
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12/18/25
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Sparta school officials have voted to move forward with a proposed three-year, $1.8 million operating referendum for the April 2026 ballot, citing flat state funding, rising costs and continued …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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12/18/25
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A Tomah woman marked her 99th birthday surrounded by family and friends at Tomah Nursing and Rehab Center.
Rosemary “Rosie” Pliner was born Dec. 16, 1926, at her parents’ home in Elroy, …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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12/18/25
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Christian Christensen, known to his friends as ‘Chris’ or ‘Christy,’ born January 10, 1941, brought joy to the world until his passing on December 11, at the age of 84. He was …
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12/18/25
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A 29-year-old Columbia County inmate was found at Walmart in Tomah.
Matthew William Mahoney, was taken into custody the morning of Dec. 18 without incident, according to police. According to the …
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12/18/25
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A man was seriously injured in a crash involving an SUV and a propane delivery truck the morning of Dec. 15 at a railroad crossing in Tomah, according to officials with the city’s fire …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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12/15/25
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Sparta city officials unanimously approved a 6.13% increase in the 2026 mill rate in next year’s budget before turning to debate a proposed change to the city’s noxious odor ordinance.
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON
Editor
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12/15/25
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The City of Tomah is reminding property owners to clear snow and ice from sidewalks within 24 hours of a storm, according to city code.
If snow is not removed within that time, a notice will be …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON
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12/15/25
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The non-profit Coon Creek Community Watershed Council (CCCWC) still has funding available to support Coon Creek Watershed residents’ 2025 conservation projects due to grants from the Wisconsin …
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By SYDNEY WIDELL
Coon Creek Community Watershed Council Watershed Coordinator
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12/15/25
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Sparta’s Feztival of Trees drew about 2,000 visitors over its six-day run this year and raised $40,000 for Shriners Children’s — the most the event has ever generated, according to …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON
Editor
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12/15/25
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140 years ago (1885)
Congressman LsFollette, age 28, is the youngest member of the 49 th Congress, in either house. (Nicknamed “Fighting Bob” he served as a Wisconsin congressman, …
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Compiled by JOHN GESSNER
Staff Writer
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12/15/25
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The Monroe County Economic Development & Tourism Committee has announced the next round of its Economic Development & Tourism Grant Funds, will open on Jan. 1, 2026.
The grant was …
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12/15/25
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The American Legion will be hosting its 31 st Community Christmas Dinner this year Dec. 25 from 11a.m. to 2 p.m. The dinner will be held at Sparta America Legion at 1116 Angelo Rd in Sparta. The …
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12/15/25
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The following student-athletes were winners in the Wisconsin State Punt, Pass and Kick Contest, sponsored by the Wisconsin State Council of the Knights of Columbus (Madison) in cooperation with local …
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12/15/25
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The Caring Closet of Tomah celebrated a major milestone Monday, Dec. 8, by welcoming the community inside for a special open house and ribbon cutting ceremony that highlighted the growing impact of …
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By STEVIE VELASQUEZ
Staff Writer
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12/15/25
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Kathleen Higginbotham to Jason A and Courtney M Lou - Koala Avenue - $15,000
Theodore C. and Michelle P. Moser to Andrew and Kristen Schaitel - 28254 County Highway P - $550,000
Rudy J …
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12/11/25
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December 1:
Thomas Carpenter, 43, of Sparta, was charged with repeated domestic abuse disorderly conduct. Held on a $150 cash bond.
Richard Diaz, 23, of West Salem, was charged with …
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12/11/25
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If you’ve noticed that the shorter, colder days have started to take their toll on your mental wellbeing, you’re not alone. Not only can it play a role with our physical health, but it …
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Submitted by Emplify Health
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12/11/25
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In 1920, the headline appeared in the Monroe County newspaper: “Attorney, L.M. Stevens reported that Civil War veteran Noah G. Armstrong of Sparta, Monroe Street, had his pension raised to …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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12/11/25
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