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The Sparta-area community is invited to attend all Veterans Day events sponsored by the Sparta American Legion Post 100 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2112 on Nov. 11. All events are open to the …
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10/16/25
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The Tomah VA Medical Center is hosting a Drug Take Back Day on Friday, Oct. 24, outside Building 407, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Anyone who wishes to dispose of their unwanted or expired …
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10/16/25
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Popular in the late 1800s and early 1900s, building owners placed their names and sometimes the date of construction on their buildings. These can be found in virtually all American cities. They …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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10/16/25
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LA CROSSE, Wis. — Members of the community are invited to attend Desperate Journeys, an in-depth training about the lived experiences of immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers. The program …
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10/16/25
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Some of Monroe County’s most inspiring role models are its young people — students quietly balancing school, family, sports and community with extraordinary drive. Thirteen-year-old Rylee …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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10/16/25
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October 6:
Amaud Ballinger, 38, of Sparta, was charged with party to a crime of taking a vehicle without consent, entry into locked vehicle, criminal slander, knowingly making false …
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10/16/25
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The family of a Sparta woman who was killed last year is planning a tribute Friday, Oct. 17, to honor her memory and raise awareness of domestic violence.
Yolanda Manning-Joyce, the mother of …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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10/16/25
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Town of Angelo
Donald A Stelter to Brian Stelter - 15779 State Hwy 16 - $43,000
Town of Byron
Mildred J. Gillespie Estate to Jennifer Dopson & Brian Dopson - 28776 Douglas …
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10/16/25
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The Monroe County Finance Committee reviewed the proposed 2026 county budget at its Oct. 8 committee meeting, with total revenues and expenditures projected at $94,170,095.
County Administrator …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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10/13/25
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For seniors living within two miles of Morrow Home Community at 331 S Water Street in Sparta a hot meal and a friendly face are just a phone call away. Meals in Motion, coordinated by Morrow Home, …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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10/13/25
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150 years ago (1875)
Cards are out for a social dancing party to be given at Link’s Hall, Leon, Thursday evening next.
140 years ago (1885)
J.B. Rosenkranz & Son sold out …
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Compiled by JOHN GESSNER
Staff Writer
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10/13/25
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The 2025 Save 2nd Base Car, Bike & Truck Show was held Saturday, Oct. 11, at Sparta's Memorial Park.
The show is held annually in support of and alongside the three-day Save 2nd Base co-ed …
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By MONROE COUNTY HERALD STAFF
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10/13/25
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Rep. Nancy VanderMeer, R-Tomah, has been appointed to the Speaker’s Task Force on Elder Services, one of four Assembly task forces announced Oct. 2 by Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, R-Rochester, …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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10/13/25
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Organizers are gearing up to host the second annual Monroe County Pride event, providing awareness and resources for those in the LGBTQIA+ community.
The event, hosted by Brighter Tomorrows and …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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10/9/25
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Sunshine and strong gusts of wind tossed hair, laughter and heartfelt memories through Sparta’s Memorial Park Oct. 5, as about 50 people gathered to dedicate the Chatty Kathy All-Abilities …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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10/9/25
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Sept. 29:
Jerry Bisinger, 65, of Sparta, was charged with domestic abuse disorderly conduct. A $2,500 signature bond was set.
David Cochran, 56, of Sparta, was charged with possession …
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10/9/25
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Capt. Orville L. Arnold of Sparta entered the Wisconsin Militia (now the Army National Guard) as a private at the conclusion of the Spanish-American War. He quickly rose in rank from corporal to …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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10/9/25
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For 35 years, the Ecumenical Bread Basket food pantry has quietly kept its doors open through church and community support. But this fall, for the first time in its history, the pantry is asking for …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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10/9/25
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The Sparta United Methodist Church is scheduled to present its seventh annual Our Community in Concert on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at 210 North Court Street.
Presentations will …
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10/9/25
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September 2025 has been a busy month for the Tomah Knights of Columbus Council 4125 as they continue their mission of community service, charitable contributions, and living up to the four pillars of …
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By LARRY SCHECKEL
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10/9/25
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