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For Cedric Schnitzler, the decision to run again for the Wisconsin State Assembly comes down to a simple belief: state government could learn from how local government gets things done.
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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8/17/26
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During its August meeting, the Sparta City Council approved a parking change to improve downtown pedestrian safety. It also authorized the city to seek state funding to improve the Amundsen Park …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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8/17/26
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The Sparta Area School District Board of Education had a lengthy meeting Monday night, Aug. 10, as members worked through an agenda that included millions of dollars in possible construction …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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8/13/26
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The August 11 Partisan Primary Election brought an end to a highly contested and sometimes aggressive race for the Republican nomination for Monroe County Sheriff.
Republican opponents Chris …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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8/13/26
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August 3:
Leigha Barton, 41, of Wilton was found guilty of January 12, 2024, charges of theft in a business setting greater than $10,000 and official misconduct by exceeding authority. …
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8/13/26
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On Saturday, August 22nd from 10am – 3pm the Wegner Grotto County Park will host the twelfth annual “Art Outdoors” make-and-take art day. This family-friendly event includes exploring one …
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8/13/26
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The following is a summary of a talk given by Chad Lewis, Author of Wisconsin Road Guide to Gangster Hot Spots, on July 31 in Tomah. Sponsored by the Tomah Area Historical Museum, Chad Lewis brought …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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8/13/26
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Before many guests have even found a table at Sparta's Culver's, they are likely to hear a cheerful greeting from Pam Huber. For nearly two decades, Huber has welcomed customers, encouraged coworkers …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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8/10/26
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140 Years ago (1886)
New piping is being put in the North Park artesian well. It is thought the old pipe is eaten out and leaks; accounting for the refusal of the veteran health-giver to do duty …
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Compiled by JOHN GESSNER
Staff Writer
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8/10/26
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July 2026 has been a busy month for the Tomah Knights of Columbus Council 4125 as they continue their mission of community service, charitable contributions, and living up to the four pillars of the …
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Larry Scheckel
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8/10/26
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Tomah Health Hospice has scheduled a six-week group grief support and education series every Wednesday and Thursday from the week of Sept. 23 through Oct. 29. Wednesday sessions will be held from 1 …
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8/10/26
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The combination of product knowledge and personal service has defined the hardware business that Craig Sagehorn and his wife, Elenore, built after relocating their family from Brooklyn Park, …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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8/10/26
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Colonel Kevin Gregar of Tomah will officially retire from the United States Army after thirty years of service on October 1, 2026.
Originally born and raised in Necedah, he moved to Tomah in …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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8/10/26
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The U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) has closed a complaint alleging Monroe County Chief Deputy Christopher Weaver violated the federal Hatch Act during his 2026 campaign for Monroe County …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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8/8/26
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Former Village of Wilton Clerk/Treasurer Leigha Lynn Barton was sentenced Monday to a combined 10 years of probation, 30 days in jail, and ordered to pay more than $35,000 in restitution after being …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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8/6/26
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July 27:
Marissa Hancock, 37, of Sparta was charged with criminal damage to property and disorderly conduct, both related to domestic abuse. Release on a $1000 signature bond.
Asia …
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8/6/26
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Across the country, allergy season is shifting — poor air quality caused by the growing reach of wildfire smoke plus rising pollen counts is creating a compounding effect for the millions of …
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8/6/26
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Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Monroe County Circuit Court – Branches 1 and 2. The appointments will fill vacancies being created by Judge Todd Ziegler’s …
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8/6/26
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In an article in Wisconsin Food and Travel, Dean Robbins writes, "Wisconsin is home to many firsts. The first blender, the first typewriter, and even malted milk were developed and introduced to the …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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8/6/26
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There's a difference between liking a sport and finding your passion. Sparta High School student Eli Kemp enjoys lifting weights, but somewhere along the way he discovered he wasn't just interested …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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8/6/26
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