Families from Sparta and surrounding communities can enjoy a day of Halloween festivities while supporting local children and families during the first Halloween for a Cause celebration on Saturday, …
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 …
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 …
Not everyone considers themselves an artist, but at Brush Craft in Tomah, that doesn't matter. From canvas paintings to layered wooden crafts, the studio gives people of all skill levels a chance to …
Wayne Butterfield could have walked away. After nearly four decades in printing, he had plenty of …
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 …
Before many guests have even found a table at Sparta's Culver's, they are likely to hear a cheerful …
