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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 …
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By John Gessner, Staff Writer
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10/14/24
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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. …
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By Jennifer Rodriguez Moran, Contributing Writer
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10/14/24
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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). …
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Sparta Area Fire Department
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10/14/24
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Though the air was crisp, bright, and cool, the good energy in the community was as warm as a cup of hot apple cider for the 2024 Fall Fest, which was held in Sparta over this past weekend. On …
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By Jennifer Rodriguez Moran, Contributing Writer
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10/14/24
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Overnight at approximately 12:30am Saturday morning, the Sparta area Fire District (SAFD) responded to a reported fire in Sparta Mobile Home Park (MHP) just off of Avon Rd. One home was fully …
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By Kyle Evans, Staff Writer
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10/12/24
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140 Years ago (1884)
The Republican ticket includes, for President, James G. Blaine of Maine, and for Vice President, John A. Logan of Illinois. For Governor is Jerimiah Rusk of Vernon County …
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By John Gessner, Staff Writer
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10/10/24
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September 30:
Eduardo Garza, 49, of Tomah, was charged with substantial battery intended to cause bodily harm and disorderly conduct, both related to domestic abuse. A $2,000 cash bond was …
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10/10/24
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Leroy and Pat Christensen visited Sharon Bauman on Friday, in Oakdale.
Ken and Sue Olsen played cards on Tuesday, at the Senior center in Tomah.
Grandma Sue and Ken Olsen went to …
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10/10/24
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Back in September 1994, the Sparta City Council recognized the need to beautify the Beaver Creek area that runs under South Water Street. Planned improvements began that year and have continued into …
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By John Gessner, Staff Writer
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10/10/24
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In 2000, a group of passionate Tomah residents banded together to found the Boys & Girls Clubs of West-Central Wisconsin. Since opening their doors, the organization has expanded to four …
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10/10/24
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If your signs and symptoms are all “above the neck,” exercise is usually alright. These include nasal congestion, minor sore throat, sneezing, and a runny nose. Consider reducing the …
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10/10/24
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140 Years ago (1884)
The Republican ticket includes, for President, James G. Blaine of Maine, and for Vice President, John A. Logan of Illinois. For Governor is Jerimiah Rusk of Vernon County …
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By John Gessner, Staff Writer
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10/10/24
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On the morning of September 26th, 2024, a group gathered in Monroe County, at the tree farm of Gerald 'Jug' Kann, just outside of Cataract, on HWY B. Attendees partook in a Demonstration Forest walk. …
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By Benny Mailman, Editor
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10/10/24
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Since the 1970s, mammograms have been shown to reduce the risk of dying of breast cancer and have saved countless lives. "In the decades since early mammography was established, the emergence of new …
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Press Release
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10/10/24
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Dear Savvy Senior,
What’s the easiest way to compare Medicare Part D prescription drug plans? My Part D premium is increasing again in 2025, so I would like to use the fall open enrollment …
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10/10/24
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On Monday, September 23rd, 2024, with the Sparta Area School District (SASD) annual budget hearing looming, the board of education finalized the tentative operating budget, tax levy, and mill rate …
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By JAYME BAHL, Staff Writer
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10/10/24
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On Tuesday night, the Bangor Village President, Jeff Radtke gave the oath of office to the new Bangor Chief of Police, Billy Carpenter, officially placing him into the “Top Cop” position. …
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10/10/24
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As the population of Sparta grows, so does the need for additional housing. Tuesday night, a joint session of the city planning committee, and the public works committee, met to discuss and approve …
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By John Gessner, Staff Writer
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10/10/24
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On Sunday, October 6th, 2024, at approximately 8:50 a.m., officers of the Sparta Police Department were dispatched to the lOO block of West Oak Street, for a report of an injured female. Upon their …
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SPARTA POLICE DEPARTMENT
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10/10/24
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On Sunday, October 6, 2024 at approximately 8:50am officers of the Sparta Police Department were dispatched to the lOO block of West Oak Street for a report of an injured female. Upon their arrival, …
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From the Sparta Police Department
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10/9/24
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