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QUESTION
What does it mean when they say “clinically tested” in an ad on television?
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It means next to nothing. There is no official definition or regulation for the …
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Larry Scheckel
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7/28/25
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140 Years ago (1885)
Chicago and Northwestern refrigerator car will leave Sparta every weekday at 8:25 a.m. arriving at Chicago at 3 p.m. the next day. Every Monday and Thursday an extra car …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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7/28/25
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Monroe County law enforcement officials have arrested two people on alleged drug charges, including a man who is also facing a previous charge of first-degree reckless homicide.
According to a …
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7/28/25
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Tomah Health Community Foundation donation on July 23 will help support the community’s D.A.R.E. program for fifth grade students in the Tomah School District.
The foundation donated …
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PRESS RELEASE
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7/28/25
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A Black River Falls man is facing felony drug charges after Monroe County sheriff’s deputies allegedly found 47 grams of methamphetamine during a July 18 traffic stop, authorities said.
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7/28/25
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The Sparta Garden Club Tour hosted its Tour of Gardens July 11.
All across Sparta, volunteer garden enthusiasts eagerly awaited visitors with stories, tips and info at the various public gardens …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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7/28/25
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For the fifth consecutive year, the Monroe County Dog Shelter (MCAS) has achieved a live release rate exceeding 90%, earning no-kill status in 2024 from Best Friends Animal Society.
While the …
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By JAYME BAHL, Staff Writer
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7/28/25
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Located on the corner of South Webster Avenue and Allouez Place in Green Bay sets the Lorelei German Restaurant.
Exactly 100 years ago in the Lawler grocery store, Bob's Allouez Tavern, and a …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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7/25/25
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SPARTA, Wis. – Monroe County District Attorney Kevin Croninger announced today
that Shane Slater, 48, was sentenced to 20 years in prison by Monroe County Circuit Court
Judge Mark …
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PRESS RELEASE
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7/25/25
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Monroe County officials have approved to increase the 2025 county tax levy by over $180,000 due to the amount of anticipated chargebacks towards commercial businesses in 2024.
The measure passed …
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7/24/25
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Tomah Area School District Superintendent Mike Hanson announced his resignation during the July 21 school board meeting.
The resignation was included in the consent agenda, alongside approval of …
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By JAYME BAHL, Staff Writer
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7/24/25
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July 14:
Austin Bennett, 37, of La Crosse was charged with trespassing and remaining after given notice and intentional retail theft. A $200 arrest warrant was issued for failure to appear.
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7/24/25
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The Coulee Antique Engine Club’s 54th annual show will take place August 1-3 at S1061 Highway 27 in Westby. The show features Massey-Harris, Massey-Ferguson, Ferguson, and excavating equipment.
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7/24/25
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The Cashton Lions Club will be hosting its 7th Annual “Stuff The Bus” donation drive August 2 at the Bank of Cashton, located at 724 Front Street in Cashton.
The event will …
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PRESS RELEASE
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7/24/25
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Mary Morrow’s Attic has opened its new location at 332 S Black River Street in Sparta.
The new space is an upgrade from its previous shop location at 116 S Water Street, where volunteers, …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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7/24/25
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Area law enforcement, fire departments and emergency services staff throughout Monroe County will continue a 22- year tradition when the 2025 edition of National Night Out takes place August 5 from 4 …
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PRESS RELEASE
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7/24/25
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Town of Adrian
Richard E. Radl and Mary K. Eiler Radl to Richard E. Radl and Mary K. Eiler Radl Revocable Trust dated April 16 th , 2025 - 20228 Giraffe Avenue - $233,400
Town …
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7/24/25
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John Gessner, American Legion Post 100 chaplain and Sparta resident, received the Martha Marlowe Outstanding Chaplain Award at the 2025 American Legion Convention held in Green Bay, July 17–21.
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7/24/25
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Phillip James Tichenor passed away surrounded by loved ones on March 12th 2025 at Abbott Northwestern Hospital following a stroke suffered on March 7th while living at the Heartwood Senior Living …
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7/21/25
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Donna Mae Tryggestad, 92, of Tomah, died peacefully on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at the Serenity House.
A Celebration of Life will be held on July 26, 2025, at 11 a.m., with a visitation one hour …
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7/21/25
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