Rebecca Cooke says she understands why people doubt either political party will look out for them. Asked how she would earn those voters' trust, she pointed to her work outside politics. "I …
Getting more people downtown takes businesses worth visiting. Keeping those businesses open takes customers. And bringing new life to older buildings takes money, planning, and owners willing to …
On her first day in the Monroe County District Attorney's Office, Kathryn Schmidt received advice she still carries with her: Winning a case was not the point. Making a decision she could explain, …
The general election is Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monroe County voters will choose candidates for federal, state and county offices and decide three proposed …
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What started in a church basement has grown into the Sparta Area Theatre & Arts Guild, giving residents an outlet to express their creativity and love of theatre. Director Kristi Leis and her …
It began with a painting. While interviewing land steward Kim Zuhlke about his family’s conservation work on Little Blue Ridge, a vivid 1927 farm scene hanging on the wall caught my attention. The …
What began as an effort to give local heavy metal fans a place to hear live music is growing into a full-scale festival with regional bands, vendors and ambitions of becoming one of Sparta’s …
Wayne Butterfield could have walked away. After nearly four decades in printing, he had plenty of experience and other work to keep him busy. But there were customers to think about. Employees, …
With her baby on one hip, her older son at her side and Restaurante Guerrero's first order of tacos in …
Gr8 Auto Detail and Rental has relocated. Previously located across from Walmart since 2013, the business …
Color and music fill Vintage, the store Patricia Barnes opened at 126 Water Street. Natural light falls …
Before many guests have even found a table at Sparta's Culver's, they are likely to hear a cheerful …
The Brick Sip Haus opened in downtown Tomah in November of 2023. Located at 800 Superior Avenue, it …
