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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public input on the Western Coulees and Ridges Draft Regional Master Plan and Environmental Analysis, which describes proposed future …
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5/13/26
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Sparta's Meadowview Middle School teacher Eric Pederson pauses for a moment as emotion appears to overcome him. He takes a slow breath in and out before saying, "This room has provided one young …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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5/11/26
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International Federation of Armwrestling (IFA) National Championship competitor Tim Smith of Sparta, center, went undefeated to win the Masters 95kg (210-pound) class title at the tournament held …
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5/11/26
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To the cheers and chants of "USA" and "welcome home," about 100 Vietnam War veterans returned home after attending a Freedom Honor Flight on Saturday, April 25. They arrived back in La Crosse to the …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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5/11/26
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The Monroe County Health Department is an agent for the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) for the State of Wisconsin and is responsible for licensing and inspections …
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5/11/26
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A stroke can change a life in an instant. In the minutes after symptoms begin, quick action can help protect the brain, reduce long-term disability and save a life, according to the American Stroke …
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5/11/26
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140 Years ago (1886)
The ladies of the “Cooking Club” will give a supper for the benefit of the Congregational Church fund, at the Opera Hall Friday evening, March 19. It is expected to be a …
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Compiled by: John Gessner, Staff Writer
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5/11/26
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Korean War veteran Francis Trepes, 96, received a special visit Thursday afternoon from Congressman Derrick Van Orden and Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins during an informal gathering held …
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5/11/26
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VFW Auxiliary to General R.B. McCoy Post 2112 is comprised of patriotic men and women making a difference in the lives of area veterans, service members and their families. The VFW …
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5/11/26
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Down a long dirt road threading through cornfields and pines, and just before reaching the river, a little theater came to life again Saturday, May 10, 2026. The Sparta Area Theatre & Arts Guild …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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5/11/26
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On Thursday, May 7, local veterans, their families, and engaged community members gathered at Sparta American Legion Post 100 for a rare opportunity to hear directly from the Secretary of Veterans …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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5/11/26
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]Gov. Tony Evers, Wisconsin State Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester), and Wisconsin State Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) today, after months of bipartisan negotiations and …
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5/11/26
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NURSES DAY CELEBRATION 2026. The Power of Nurses Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | 5:30 PM. SPARTA FREE LIBRARY Behind every healing story is the power of a nurse. Community Reflection Gathering
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5/11/26
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See the attached document for more information and the FAQ the city of Tomah has released regarding the pool closure.
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5/8/26
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FORT MCCOY, Wis. — Fort McCoy will hold its 2026 Armed Forces Day Open House on May 16 at the installation’s historic Commemorative Area.
“This year’s open house will …
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5/7/26
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County Trunk Highway X in the Town of Leon, 0.47 miles south of State Trunk Highway 27, will be closed effective Monday, May 18, 2026, to facilitate the replacement of a bridge over Cannon Valley …
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5/7/26
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Town of Angelo
Farley, Stephen to Arbanasi Properties LLC - 14184 County Highway I - $145,600.00
Ziegler, Trent C to Sand Creek Investments LLC - 10064 St Highway 16 …
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5/7/26
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A dream nearly 20 years in the making came full circle Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Sparta Free Library, where community members, library leaders, and state and federal representatives gathered to …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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5/7/26
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On Monday, April 27, 2026, a Monroe County deputy responded to a domestic disturbance call south of Sparta. According to a criminal complaint, an individual referred to as JRC called 911 to report …
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Herald Staff
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5/7/26
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One of the headline stories in the April 1886 edition of the local newspaper announced: “The State Board of Supervisors, last week in Madison, let the contract for the two buildings of the school …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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5/7/26
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