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The Sparta Area Fire District works to maintain and put out the fire at 406 N Court St. in Sparta.
N Court St. house fire Friday morning
This morning around 7:00a.m a fire erupted at a residence at 406 N Court St. in Sparta. The property is owned by Joan Jewell.  By 7:30 crews seemed to have the fire under control. Crews are … more
Maryjane Ann Fulton stands proudly in front of the ropes-course tower and the corrective-action area. The chow hall, or dining facility, is in close proximity to this area and Maryjane says that although corrective-action may have a negative connotation, often cadets will build their strength by flipping giant tires or dragging wooden stumps, while waiting for their platoon to finish eating.
Challenge Academy hits 25-year milestone
In many of the local parades held within Monroe County, a sharply dressed and well-disciplined group of teenagers can be seen, marching to the barking commands of their instructor. They are the … more
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A group of fiesta goers quickly gathered to take a picture for the paper, showcasing the delicious food and fun atmosphere of the event. Herald photo by Jennifer Rodriguez Moran.
First Hispanic Heritage Festival held at Evans-Bosshard
On Saturday, September 23rd, officially the first day of Autumn 2023, a festival was held in Evans-Bosshard Park, celebrating Hispanic Heritage month. The month-long celebration runs from September … more
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Speaking at the podium is Judge Todd Ziegler, who spoke in favor of the memorial meditation garden and statue for the front of the Justice Center. Far left, with the pink hair, is Megan Urch, who could be seen praying for the statue and memorial garden to pass. In between Megan and Judge Ziegler is the Monroe County Board of Supervisors, who overwhelmingly voted down the creating of the statue and memorial rock garden.
Packed house at Justice Center
On Wednesday, September 27th, the Monroe County Board of Supervisors met at the Justice Center, at 6 p.m. A quorum was verified by the members present pressing “yes” on their keypads and … more
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Space Hipsters (R to L): Ann Sederquist, Dayton Seder Quist, Lynn Paddy, Kaitlyn Paddy, and Bill Paddy.
Sharing Space with Deke Slayton
“Houston, we have a problem” radioed Astronaut James Lovell, from the Apollo 13 space capsule.  An oxygen tank had exploded outside of the spacecraft, causing severe damage. The crew … more
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A photo at 8:15pm on Wednesday April 12 from the Fort McCoy wildfire.
Ft. McCoy Wildfire investigation results released
FORT McCOY, Wis. – The investigation of the April 12, 2023, wildland fire in the vicinity of Fort McCoy, Wisconsin, is complete.  This investigation, conducted by Department of … more
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1 Taylor Noland (left) shows her younger brother, Tenesse, how to bait a hook, at the trout pond, on Sunday, at Cataract Field Days. Taylor said that they hail from Little Falls. Tenesse, one of the first kids to have his face painted at the event, said he loves catching fish, but they can be quite slippery.
Cataract Field Days
On Sunday, September 10th, the Cataract Sportsmen’s Club held their 71st Annual Cataract Field Days. As people pulled into the gravel driveway, at 5984 Cannon Road, they were given an immediate … more
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A photo from last years touch a truck event.
Theisen’s Touch-A-Truck this Sunday
Annually, Theisen’s in Sparta holds a Touch-A-Truck event that brings people out to see various types of vehicles, including fire trucks, UTV’s, helicopters, tractors, excavators, and so … more
Many high-level officials were at the Justice Center on Tuesday, on August 28th, to discuss bail amounts. Monroe County judges, Sheriffs, police chiefs from around the county, Mayor Kevin Riley, Monroe County Board Chair Cedric Schnitzler, and of course the press, were all in attendance.
Judges, sheriff's, police, board members and press Justice center central point for heavy discussion
A county level meeting at the Justice Center in Sparta, was held on August 28th, at 4:30 p.m., between Law Enforcement, the District Attorney, and the Circuit Court Judges, for the purpose of … more
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August 31st is Overdose awareness day
International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD), held each year on August 31 st , is the world’s largest annual campaign to end overdose; remember those who have died; and acknowledge the grief of … more
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Holly and Jason Winchel enjoyed the 5K run with daughters Ava and Addison. Here they are, post race, ready to embrace the day.
Wilton Fest’s 5K Color Run witnesses unshakable bonds
On Saturday, August 5th, Wilton Fest held its 5K  Color Run, in the cooler moments of the day. At 8 a.m., runners lined up in Dorset Valley, which sits at an elevation of 978 feet. Participants … more
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The All-Abilities Classic was held at the Monroe County Fair, on Saturday, July 29th, with a strong showing of participants, volunteers, and audience members. By first names only, the participants were, in the Youth Division: Abigail, Charlie, Kare, Finley & Morgan, Chloey and Maria. In the Teen Division: Isabella, MaKenzie, Parker, Reba, Jake, Ariel, Shannon and Allen. All did an amzing job, receiving trophies, blue ribbons and ice cream vouchers. Herald photo by Benny Mailman.
Special Abilities show shines bright at Monroe County Fair
On Saturday, July 29th, Colby Von Haden, one of five members on the Junior Fair Board, was on hand to help ensure that the Special Abilities Classic went off without a hitch, at the Monroe County … more
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Joel Tock, Russ Tock and Steve Laxton, of Tock + Tone, resume entertaining their fans, at the Smash Ranch Picnic, after a brief break from severe weather.
Tock + Tone weather an evening performance
On Saturday, July 22nd, Tock + Tone, a local band from Monroe County, was part of a late afternoon gathering, out at Smash Ranch, just shy of the Wilton city limits, on HWY 71. The stage was nestled … more
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The Shovelmen hold a model of “the new bridge,” before it was even named, at the ground breaking in April, mere hours after the area was hit by a blizzard. Jerry Kast, Al Jenkins, Kerry Schumann, Jim Cook, David Sampson, Reinhard Mueller
Completed bridge now open Shovelmen complete Child Center Bridge
The new Child Center Bridge, in Sparta, is complete, and scheduled to open tomorrow, on Friday, July 28th. Where the bridge stands, has a storied past and a vibrant present. From 1885 until 1976, … more
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The crowd was delighted when Shock Pocket, featuring three generations of Tocks at this show, invited local legend Reinhard Mueller, for whom Mueller Square is named, to the stage, to join in for a song.
SPARTA FARMERS MARKET CELEBRATES 30 YEARS 1993-2023
These days, Saturdays in downtown Sparta buzz with activity from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., on both sides of Water Street, from Beaver Creek Bridge to Lovelock Bridge, in the market areas dubbed … more
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The closed landfill site sits empty along West 24th Avenue, in Tomah. There are many I’s that need to be dotted and t’s that need to be crossed, but the wheels are turning.
Solar energy project on Tomah’s tentative horizon
A solar energy development project was introduced to the Tomah City Council, at the Common Council meeting, on Tuesday, July 18 th , in the Council Chambers, in City Hall. The presentation was given … more
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Elizabeth Casper (left), daughter of Tiffany and Andrew Casper, spent a lot of time and energy with the duck aqueducts. McKenzie Linenberg (right) spends time with Taytum Eno (2 ½ years old) at the pump, with Taytum continuously giggling as the ducks floated from cow tank to cow tank.
Oakdale Fun Days They've seen Sunshine and they've seen Rain
Oakdale Fun Days took place this past weekend, on the 15th and 16th of July, at the Oakdale Community Park, which is located just off highways 12 and 16, with an official address of 232 Ballpark … more
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Single car accident on HWY 71 Friday early evening
Press Release - Monroe County Sheriff's Office Single Vehicle accident Friday June 30th
News Release Injury Crash   One person was seriously injured after a single vehicle rollover crash on Friday.   On Friday, June 30, 2023, at around 5:15 pm, The … more
I wanted this photo in the paper, as this participant was helping out and showing the baby goat to the other kids, who were a bit unsure of how to handle the baby goat. I had written two names down and forgot which name was hers, and after exhaustive efforts to reach someone to ensure the correct name would be used, I had to run without it. So here it is, front and center.
Saint Matthews holds VBS
For the week of June 12th through the 16th, right off of Highway 12, near Warrens, Saint Matthew Lutheran Church, in the town of Kirby, near Warrens, was holding Vacation Bible School (VBS) for … more
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