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Federal, state and local officials gathered in Monroe County March 13 to highlight a major federal investment in local transportation infrastructure and discuss broader efforts to strengthen the …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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3/16/26
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The Monroe County Highway Department has received just over $9 million in federal funds to design and complete the next phases of the County Highway ET Multimodal and Freight Corridor improvement …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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3/16/26
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Several area students recently earned degrees from colleges and universities across the region during fall and midyear commencement ceremonies.
At the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh, the …
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3/16/26
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The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) released its annual vaccination rates among children, adolescents , and adults for 2025 March 9. The data show Wisconsin's …
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PRESS RELEASE
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3/16/26
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As gardeners begin planning for spring, conservation experts are urging Monroe County residents to think beyond traditional ornamentals and consider native plants that support pollinators, wildlife …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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3/16/26
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140 years ago (1886)
St. Patrick’s Day tomorrow. There is no organization of Irishmen in this city to make public observance thereof, but wherever there is, more than unusually elaborate …
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Compiled by JOHN GESSNER
Staff Writer
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3/16/26
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A company that manufactures pet doors plans to open a new location in Sparta’s South Point Business Park.
At its March 11 meeting, the common council unanimously approved to authorize the …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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3/16/26
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Members of The Wisconsin Newspaper Association (WNA) convened at the Madison Concourse Hotel in downtown Madison, Wisconsin, on Friday, March 6 for the annual Better Newspaper Contest Awards Banquet. …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Staff Writer
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3/12/26
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A firefighter was transported to the hospital with heat-related symptoms while battling a basement fire Monday, March 9 in Sparta.
According to a news release from the Sparta Fire Chief Mike …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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3/12/26
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Milwaukee built its early reputation on beer, but behind the breweries and bustling immigrant neighborhoods another enterprise quietly took root — organized crime. By the mid-20th century, one man …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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3/12/26
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Local shoppers will have several opportunities to support area artisans this Saturday, March 14, as Justin Trails Resort hosts its final Winter Makers Market of the season alongside four other …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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3/12/26
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Town of Angelo
Mack, Steve to Gann, Brandon - …
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3/12/26
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March 2:
Dominic Chino, 22, of Tomah, was charged with battery and disorderly conduct. Released on a $1,000 signature bond.
Randy Dopson, 32, of Tomah was charged with repeated …
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3/12/26
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Several area students have earned academic honors for the fall 2025 semester at colleges and universities across the region.
At the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay , students earning academic …
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PRESS RELEASE
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3/12/26
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The Sparta Garden Club is hosting a Sparta Garden Club Bingo Fundraiser on Sunday, March 15, from 3:00–5:00 p.m. at Justin Trails Resort .
The event will …
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PRESS RELEASE
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3/12/26
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Debt defeasance is a financial strategy that allows a borrower to effectively retire debt before its maturity date by placing sufficient funds into an irrevocable escrow account that will cover all …
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By GARY ASCHER
Staff Writer
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3/12/26
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The Sparta Kiwanis Club recently met at the Monroe County Local History Room and Museum. Jarrod Roll, the museum’s director, along with Hannah Scholze, a professional genealogist, provided the …
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3/12/26
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The Sparta Knights of Columbus will host their annual Lenten Fish Fry on Friday, March 20, at St. Patrick’s School, 100 S. L St., Sparta.
Grand Knight Dave Kuderer said this will be the fifth …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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3/12/26
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The Sparta Lions Club recognized local organizations and volunteers for their community service during the first “Can’t Thank You Enough” dinner held Feb. 24 at the Sparta American Legion Post.
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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3/12/26
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Herrman Elementary School is preparing for its first Herrman Fun Run Frenzy, a schoolwide fundraising event aimed at supporting students while raising money to replace the school’s sound system.
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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3/12/26
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