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What began with a mowed field, makeshift bases, some beer, and a group of friends playing softball has grown into a Labor Day tradition that has raised roughly $325,000 for the Muscular Dystrophy …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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9/3/26
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The Monroe County Board of Supervisors has approved seeking $25,000 in state funding through the Thrive Rural Wisconsin program.to help Norwalk update its comprehensive plan and explore ways to bring …
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9/3/26
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The Tomah Parks and Recreation Commission wants a closer look beneath the city’s aquatic center before committing money to a larger study of the aging facility’s future.
At its Aug. 31 …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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9/3/26
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Recent Tomah High School graduate Sawyer Reinart competed in the North American Powerlifting Championship held August 2-8 in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada, where he took first place in his …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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9/3/26
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Monroe County Sheriff Wes Revels will seek another term through a write-in campaign, setting up a November 3rd contest with Republican nominee Mike Krause.
Revels, who previously planned to …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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9/3/26
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On Tuesday, September 1st, 2026, after an investigation into a tip received from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, the Sparta Police Department executed a search warrant in …
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9/1/26
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When the miles become difficult, Pat McAleer looks down at a name written on a piece of tape affixed to his bicycle's handlebar.
"That's why I'm doing this," he reminds himself. "Get back on …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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8/31/26
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Monroe County officials are considering whether to close, sell or lease the county landfill after the loss of a major waste supplier created a projected operating deficit of approximately $746,000 …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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8/31/26
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As Couleecap celebrates 60 years of serving southwestern Wisconsin, the organization has released its 2025 Couleecap Impact Dashboards for Crawford, Monroe, and Vernon counties, offering a …
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8/31/26
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), today announced the online publication of the 2026-2028 Choose Wisely …
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8/31/26
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NAMI Monroe-Juneau announced it has become an official affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), serving residents in Monroe and Juneau Counties with expanded access to mental …
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8/31/26
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140 Years Ago (1886)
A thick smoke, heavy with the odor of burning pine, came down over the town Friday night, driven by a stiff northeastern breeze. It was decidedly uncomfortable to breathe …
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Compiled by JOHN GESSNER
Staff Writer
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8/31/26
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Recently, the Warrens Lions Club met to award community members and local businesses for their dedication to the area and the service they provide. The award recipients met for a steak dinner …
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By BRIN NEUMANN
Contributing writer
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8/31/26
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Town of Angelo
Lydon, Carolyn A/K/A Carolynn to Carolyn A. Lydon A/K/A Carolyn A. Lydon Revocable Trust Dated July 30, 2026 - Janus Avenue - $110,400.00
Tessman, Steven D to Rpi …
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8/27/26
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August 17:
Skylar Andersen, 23, homeless (previously of Wilton), was charged with bail jumping. A $1500 cash bond was requested and released on a $5000 signature bond with an initial court …
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8/27/26
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Members of the Sparta High School Marching Band were back on the practice field last week, beginning the work of learning a new halftime show and preparing for another season.
The band spent …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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8/27/26
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More than 6,100 homes and businesses included in federal program
More than $25 million in federal funding has been awarded to bring high-speed internet service to 6,124 homes and businesses in …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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8/27/26
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In Madison, at the corner of East Washington Avenue and Highway 51, stands a memorial stone known as the Elvis karate fight memorial. The King of Rock n' Roll, Elvis Presley, was a master of many …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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8/27/26
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The Sparta Area School District will move forward with a $6.9 million expansion of its planned three-station gym at Sparta High School. Administrators continue gathering information and seeking …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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8/27/26
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Tomah Health has scheduled a childbirth education class for expecting parents Sept. 12 from 9 a.m.- noon. The hospital-recommended course focuses on planning for the birth experience with information …
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8/27/26
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