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The Oak Grove Cemetery Association Trustees along with the head groundskeeper show off the new Toro riding mower. From left to right: Dawn Spence, Howard Hanson, Jeff Holthaus, Denise Baumgarten, Gene Baumgarten, Chris Anderson, Lori Roush, Reid Zohfeld (head groundskeeper), Breanne Zaremba, Debbie Hancock.
Oak Grove Cemetery gets a new lawnmower, donated by TORO
On Monday May 6, the Oak Grove Cemetery Trustees, along with groundskeepers unveiled their new Toro Z Master 7500-D Series 60” riding mower. The Oak Grove Cemetery Association heard of an … more
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SASD committee of the whole is set to discuss a 26.7 acre parcel of land east of Marigold Avenue, Cashton, at the May 14th, 2024, meeting. The district owns the property, and with recent cuts to the district budget, Colin Burns-Gilbert, committee chair, requested more information be brought from administration. According to Burns-GIlbert, selling the property could lessen the financial burden the district will face over the next few years.
SASD May committee of the whole meeting
On Monday, May 13th, 2024, SASD (Sparta Area School District) committee of the whole will hold their monthly meeting and an additional special meeting. The normal May meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. … more
On the afternoon of Thursday, May 9, a semi ended up dumping his cargo in the median on I-90 between Bangor and West Salem. The cargo looked to be pizza dough or flour. Pictured is the clean-up crew.
Semi Crashes
The Empress steam locomotive number 2816 and train roll through Monroe County on its anniversary final spike run from Canada to Mexico.
Monroe County on the Empress Stream Train Route
Railroad enthusiasts, of all ages, got a glimpse of railroading from yester years on the afternoon of Sunday, May 4. The normally tranquil farmlands were awakened with the sounds of a chugging steam … more
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Samantha Rank
Tomah Health’s Rank Receives Award of Excellence
The Wisconsin Society for Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Health and Rehabilitation (WISCPHR) has recognized Tomah Health clinical exercise physiologist Samantha Rank, MS, RCEP, CCRP, EIM, as the … more
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Monroe County Veterans Service Officer, Charles Weaver
Cashton hosts informational session for veterans
On Saturday, May 4 the VFW of Wisconsin held an informational session for veterans at the Cashton Community Hall. The session focused on navigating health concerns with veterans. Monroe County … more
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Sparta pumps brakes on extending ATV and UTV hours
Sparta’s monthly public safety meeting, on May 6 th , 2024, considered a motion to extend the hours of ATV and UTV operation within the city limits. Kevin Brueggeman piloted a few … more
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Former Tomah Railroad shop employees gather to share their memories during a presentation by Monroe County Local History Room director, Jarrod Roll.
Tomah: A railroad town with a history of frogs
Travelling along Superior Avenue in Tomah, one will find an expansive open area, just north of the railroad depot. Many passersby’s may wonder why there is this large open area, separating … more
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Demolition of old Rolling Hills Continues
Since the beginning of April, Eckert Wrecking, based out of Rhinelander, WI has been working to demolish the former Rolling Hills Nursing Home. Up until now, they were focused on interior demolition, … more
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Northern lights photos from Herrman Elementary.
Photos from the Northern lights
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Early morning house fire
The Sparta Area Fire District responded to a reported basement fire on Wednesday, May 7 morning around 3:22am at 627 East Franklin Street in the City of Sparta. When fire crews arrived, … more
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Monroe County Court News
April 29: Stephanie Beahm, 42, of Montello was charged with operating a vehicle under a revoked license, repeated resisting an officer and bail jumping. A $1000 cash bond was requested, and a … more
Photo Cutline: Tomah resident Tony Vrana left and his daughter, Kayce donated blood a Versiti / Tomah Health blood drive May 2 at Tomah Recreation Park.
Tomah father, daughter donate blood to help others
Kayce Vrana did not plan to donate blood when she accompanied her dad, Tony to the Tomah Health / Versiti Blood drive at Tomah Recreation Park May 2. But Kayce changed her mind and joined her dad in … more
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The bulbs near the love lock bridge.
Spring brings colorful landscapes and opportunities
At Beaver Creek in Downtown Sparta, WI, visitors can enjoy daffodils, tulips, hyacinths, and other garden gems. On May 1st, April’s frilly pastel hued daffodils were still reaching toward the … more
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Sparta Kiwanis Club’s annual Radio Day event
Saturday, April 27 was a great day for the youth and family serving organizations of the Sparta area over $6000 raised to benefit those organizations on the Sparta Kiwanis Club’s annual Radio … more
Things Affecting Your Mental Health and What You Can Do About It
According to Mental Health America, relationships, or the pressures of performing at work or school are things we all know can have an impact on mental health. Sometimes, though, it’s less … more
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Crews work from the top of the trailer to extinguish the fire.
SAFD responds to fire in semi-trailer
On Saturday, May 4th at 06:47 AM, the Sparta Area Fire District (SAFD) was dispatched to 6121 State Highway 27 for a semi-trailer on fire. Initial reports were audible snapping/crackling coming from … more
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Coaches of the St. Patrick’s School Archery Team Luke Schwarz, Jacob Hostetler and Travis Bores will be taking a Middle School team to Nationals in Kentucky this week. The archers have been working hard by practicing almost each weeknight in preparation for the tournament. We wish them the best of luck!
St. Patrick’s School Archery Team
Coaches of the St. Patrick’s School Archery Team Luke Schwarz, Jacob Hostetler and Travis Bores will be taking a Middle School team to Nationals in Kentucky this week. The archers have been … more
At April's TASD board meeting, members listened to another facility presentation on changes before finalizing the survey on the fall 2024 referendum. The survey will be hitting constituents' mailboxes in the next week. Left to right, Aaron Leuck (previous board member), Rick Murray, Mike Gnewikow, and Spencer Stephens.
To build – or not to build?
Tomah Area School District (TASD) has been contemplating options for future facilities in the district since before September of 2023. Now, the district has officially decided on two options. On May … more
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Pictured above, from the left, are WCMEG Coordinator – Investigator Rob Walensky, Jackson County Sheriff – Duane Waldera, Trempealeau County Sheriff – Brett Semingson, Crawford County Sheriff – Dale McCullick, La Crosse County Sheriff – John Siegel, Monroe County Sheriff – Wes Revels, and Vernon County Sheriff – Roy Torgerson. Together, the sheriffs make up the WCMEG Board of Directors. They have strength in numbers and funding, allowing for stronger and more aggressive actions against the criminal activities of the evil elements that seek to destroy communities and obliterate families.
West Central MEG sees strength in numbers
In part one of the “West Central MEG sees strength in numbers article,” appearing in the Monday, April 29th edition of the Monroe County Herald, focus was directed to Investigator Rob … more
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