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Tomah School of Childhood has expanded its 3K program to offer a full day schedule, in addition to half days, in response to growing community needs for childcare options.
Director Michele …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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11/24/25
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All four school districts in Monroe County — Sparta, Tomah, Norwalk-Ontario-Wilton and Cashton — all received “Meets Expectations” ratings on their 2024-25 report cards …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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11/24/25
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Tomah officials say a clerical error in the city’s newly approved 2026 budget caused certain expenditures to be placed in the wrong category, prompting a budget amendment that is expected to go …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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11/24/25
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Park Bank’s annual Sparta Santa Scamper fun run will return Dec. 5, offering families a festive start to a night packed with holiday traditions in downtown Sparta.
The one-mile run begins …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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11/24/25
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Sheryl L Adler, 60, died on Friday, November 14, 2025, at the Serenity House, Tomah. Private family services will be held. The Sonnenburg Family Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online …
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11/20/25
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Bill and Lynn Biederman have seen at least three generations pass through their doors since opening 40 years ago.
“Quality merchandise is important to the jewelry business, but customer …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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11/20/25
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Sparta’s Feztival of Trees kicked off Nov. 17 at the Masonic Lodge on North Court Street in Sparta with a record number of trees in the event’s five-year history.
The event features …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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11/20/25
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The Fort McCoy nine-day gun-deer season takes place Nov. 22-30 at the installation in conjunction with the Wisconsin gun-deer season with the same dates.
Fort McCoy Wildlife Biologist Kevin …
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11/20/25
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Good food, good company, and an open door for anyone who needs a place to go — that’s the spirit behind this year’s Friendsgiving gathering at Blue Collar Bar & Grill in Sparta.
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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11/20/25
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Sparta is gearing up for its 11th annual Kriskindlmarkt, which opens Nov. 28 and runs each Friday and Saturday until the weekend before Christmas.
Executive Director of the Sparta Area Chamber …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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11/20/25
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A Tomah resident is set to appear on “Wheel of Fortune” Nov. 24.
Bridget Owens, who has lived in Tomah for 35 years, will be a contestant on the episode airing on Channel 13.
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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11/20/25
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Tomah’s annual Holiday Parade will kick off the Christmas season in Tomah Nov. 28, bringing thousands of spectators downtown for what organizers call the community’s unofficial start to …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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11/20/25
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Sparta is gearing up for its 11th annual Kriskindlmarkt, which opens Nov. 28 and runs each Friday and Saturday until the weekend before Christmas.
Executive Director of the Sparta Area Chamber …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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11/20/25
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Theodore Roosevelt stood out as a strong, independent man, often travelling out west to the Dakotas for a year at a time, building a log cabin and surviving off the land. So impressed was he with …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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11/20/25
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The Evergreen Glitterfest Holiday Market will be held Saturday, Nov. 29 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Justin Trails Resort, eight miles south of Sparta. Breakfast and coffee will be available …
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11/20/25
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The Monroe County Local History Room & Museum is celebrating the holiday season with a new exhibit showcasing the creativity and nostalgia of LEGO.
“For the Love of LEGO,” now …
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11/20/25
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Community groups and businesses across the Monroe County area are opening their doors to offer free Thanksgiving meals, with gatherings planned in Sparta, Tomah, Cashton and Bangor for anyone looking …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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11/20/25
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Sparta’s Common Council approved to increase its sewer rates for commercial businesses, mainly for industrial and high-strength users as the city prepares for upcoming upgrades at its …
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11/17/25
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On Saturday, Nov. 29, Leo and Leona’s, located at W1436 WI 33, in Bangor, will be hosting the original sound and stylings of Tock + Tone. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. and runs through 10:30 …
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By BENNY MAILMAN
Contributing Writer
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11/17/25
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The Sparta Area School District is beginning discussions on whether to pursue an operating referendum in 2026 to address an anticipated $2.3 million budget deficit projected for the 2026-27 school …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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11/17/25
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