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Tomah City Treasurer and SET member resigns
Molly Powell recently resigned as Tomah’s City Treasurer and member of the Senior Executive Team (SET). Powell marks the second resignation from a member of the SET team, which has recently … more
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Looking back: This week in History
130 Years Ago (1894) [Big news in 1894] Mr. Ron Crowley brought to this office [Monroe County Democrat] a giant potato that will make the editor’s wife a good dinner. 115 Years ago … more
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Caring Closet, a nonprofit in Tomah that provides essential resources and support to foster families, struggling parents, and children in crisis, recently found a new location. Danielle Calhoun, Founder and President of the nonprofit, contacted Scott and Angie Walker about their rental space, at 1310 North Superior Avenue. Details were ironed out, and Caring Closet continues its kind efforts for those in need. Here we see Pete Reichardt (Left), Trustee for the JW Etzemueller Trust, handing an $11,000 check to Danielle Calhoun. On the far right is Stacey Zellmer, close friend and pillar of the nonprofit. The donation will go a long way is helping the 4-year organization to provide a fresh feel in their new location.
Caring Closet in Tomah receives $11,000 from JW Etzelmueller Trust
On Tuesday, October 8th, the Caring Closet in Tomah received a donation check of $11,000 from the JW Etzelmueller Trust. As trustee of that Trust, Peter A. Reichardt personally handed the welcomed … more
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The portraits of The Shovelmen were on display at Sparta’s City Council meeting, on Wednesday, October 16th. Marianne Rice, an incredibly gifted local artist, gifted these portraits to the City of Sparta. They will eventually be placed in the Sparta Free Library, upon completion of their expansion and remodel. Rice informed the Herald that she spent around 60 hours on each portrait — a true gift from the fourth generation community member, who adores Sparta.
Sparta City Council sees super majority vote on aldermen pay raise
On Wednesday, October 16th, Mayor Kevin Riley gaveled in another session for the Sparta City Council. City Clerk, Jenny Lydon, took roll call, which indicated that all aldermen were present for the … more
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Max Brohaugh was awarded “Volunteer of the Year” for Tomah's Boys and Girls Club, at their annual gala event, on Thursday, October 10th, 2024. The award was announced by the Tomah's site director, Katherine Rice. When Rice gave Brohaugh the award and asked if he would like to speak, he confidently took the microphone and said, "No." The laughter of the room and children running around underneath was a sure sign a worthy volunteer was recognized. H
“There is no place like home”
On Thursday, October 10th, 2024, the yellow brick road led to Murray’s on Main, at 810 Superior Avenue, in Tomah. The Boys and Girls Club of West Central Wisconsin (B&GC) teamed up with the … more
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A project that began as a means to create more seating space at St Pat’s church in Soarta has evolved into something far greater, involving carpentry, the refinishing of pews, the restoration of stained glass, the painting of ceilings and walls, and even a sweeping new heavenly painting above the altar. P
Saint Pat’s to hold harp concert this weekend
This Sunday, October 20th, the public can get its first glimpse at the remarkable renovation-in-progress, at Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church, in Sparta, with a heavenly harp concert, which will … more
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On the left we have Paula Hase-Mickelson, with her sister, Amy Weissenberger, on the right. Paula was very dear to her sister Amy. A few days before she passed, Paula enjoyed one last boat ride on the water with Amy and other family members. Amy Weissenberger is hosting a new fundraiser, with her family, that will raise money to help support single moms on their journey to become nurses. The fundraiser was created by Amy and her family in loving memory of the late Paula Hase-Mickelson, who became a nurse thanks to hard work, dedication, and financial support.
Local family fundraiser this weekend to honor the late Paula Hase-Mickelson
The first annual Paula Hase-Mickelson Single Mom Nursing Scholarship Fundraiser will take place on Saturday, October 19th, at West Salem’s American Legion, from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sparta … more
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TASD Board President announces offer to purchase option for land
The Tomah Board of Education is excited to announce the next step towards the upcoming capital referendum. After years of focus groups, community and staff surveys, building studies and much … more
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Local History Room website gets major upgrade
After two years of work behind the scenes, the Monroe County Local History Room & Museum recently launched a long-awaited update to its award-winning website MonroeCountyHistory.org.  The … more
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Joan Osborne to perform at Historic Temple Theater of Viroqua
On October 25th, Joan Osborne will be performing at the Historic Temple Theater of Viroqua, located at 116 North Main Street, in Viroqua. Osborne will be singing selections from her new album, Nobody … more
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Faith Forward Writer’s Retreat approaching 5th round
This coming November, writers are encouraged and invited to attend Faith Forward’s 5th Writer’s Retreat, being hosted by Acres of Hope Ministry, at the Sparrows Nest facility at the … more
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Land Transfers 10/9-10/15
Town of Angelo Robert L Kapas To Lin, Chi-Neng A/K/A Richard Lin - Land Off Highway 21 - $35,000 Town of La Grange Cory A. & Ashley Heeg To Cory A. And Ashley Heeg Revocable Living … more
Monroe County Court News -
October 1: Katie Genske, 26, of Sparta, was charged with repeated theft of movable property and bail jumping. A $1,000 signature bond was set. October 7: Jeffery Caspersen, 37, of … more
Car, Bike, and Truck Show raises money for Save 2 Base
The 2024 Car, Bike & Truck show was held on Saturday October 12th, at Memorial Park in Sparta. This annual car show is held annually, in support of the Save 2nd Base co-ed softball tournament … more
Pictured here are, from left to right, are, Bangor School District Board President - Julie Meyers, Hansen’s of Bangor Owners - Nick, Rosemary, and Greg Hansen, and. Bangor School Board Treasurer - Joanie Wilcox.
School District of Bangor honors local businesses for their support of the district
The School District of Bangor Board of Education recognized four local businesses at their October Regular Meeting. The businesses were honored as part of the Wisconsin Association of School … more
Community flu vaccine clinics
Influenza (flu) is a potentially serious disease that can lead to hospitalization and sometimes even death. Influenza vaccines, or flu shots, protect against the influenza viruses that are likely to … more
Land Transfers 10/2-10/8
Town of Adrian Mary Lynn Premeau To Devin C Hahn - 17811 Cth A, Norwalk Wi 54648 - $280,000 Town of Angelo James W Liska To Ruth E Thompson - 13626 County Highway I, Sparta, Wi 54656 - … more
The concrete culvert running under the road at the Devil’s Punch Bowl, just large enough for a gnome to walk upright through.
Wisconsin Legends and Lore: The Devil’s Punchbowl
Wisconsin is home to a variety of natural beauty and history, preserved in numerous parks and sites around the state. Of the most visited and most known is Wisconsin Dells, with its collection of … more
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On Monday, October 21st, Marianne Rice will open her studio to local artists of all levels to gather to paint together. The subject will be a live model, clothed, and seated comfortably for a duration of three hours, from 6 to 9 p.m. Each artist should RSVP and bring $10 to help cover the model’s fee.
Sparta City Hall to receive local artist’s gift during Wednesday meeting
On Wednesday, October 16th, at 6 p.m., Sparta City Council members will gather at City Hall to witness the unveiling of a special gift of five portraits, painted by local fine artist, Marianne Rice. … more
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Fire Ignites at Sparta MHP
The Sparta Area Fire District responded to a reported structure on Saturday morning, at 12:26 a.m., to lot # 64, which sits at an address of 100 Avon Road, in Sparta’s Mobile Home Park (MHP). … more
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