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Mike Krause, a candidate for Monroe County sheriff, has posted a statement on his campaign website disputing a 2022 investigation into his employment at Sand Ridge Secure Treatment Center.
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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10/8/26
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On September 6, 2026, at approximately 1:13PM, Tomah Officers responded to an address on Green Acres Ave. for a report of a female screaming and blood observed on an entry door.
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PRESS RELEASE
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10/6/26
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Aging is a natural part of life, and being prepared for the twists and turns of living can lead to a healthy lifestyle. That is why Tomah Health is holding its Healthy Aging Expo on Oct. 15 from 1 …
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10/5/26
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This October, Sarah Widder will bike every state trail in Wisconsin in a single month, drawing attention to the growing need for investment in the state's bike trails and outdoor recreation …
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10/5/26
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From the soaring sound of a historic pipe organ to piano, accordion, guitar, mandolin, and voices raised in song, Sparta United Methodist Church will once again fill its sanctuary with music Oct. 17 …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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10/5/26
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources encourages experienced hunters to introduce the rich tradition of deer hunting to the next generation during Wisconsin’s annual youth deer hunt. The …
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10/5/26
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Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Monroe County and Incorporated Areas. Property owners are …
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10/5/26
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130 Years Ago (1896)
Somebody, probably a tramp, set fire to one of Wm. Davis’s haystacks in Leon, Monday, and burned it up. It was early in the morning, but the neighbors gathered quick …
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Compiled by JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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10/5/26
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The Internal Revenue Service today announced the launch of the new IRS mobile app, replacing IRS2Go and expanding the agency’s digital services to give taxpayers more ways to securely access IRS …
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10/5/26
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September 2026 has been a busy month for the Tomah Knights of Columbus Council 4125 as we continue our mission of community service, charitable contributions, and living up to the four pillars of the …
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by LARRY SCHECKEL
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10/5/26
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The MG (General) Robert B. McCoy chapter of the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) is about to be reenergized with a new oversight committee.
The chapter is one of two in …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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10/5/26
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Western Technical College will host its annual Open House on Wednesday, October 7, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Lunda Center on the La Crosse campus and at its Black River Falls, Independence, …
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10/5/26
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Before the lights come on for Sparta’s Homecoming football game, another Homecoming tradition will be underway at Memorial Park — one built around hot hamburgers, yard games, and bringing the …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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10/5/26
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Homelessness in Monroe County can be hard to see. Families sleep in cars, stay with relatives or move between friends' homes, trying to keep their jobs and get their children to school.
Some are …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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10/5/26
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The Freedom Honor Flight Coulee Region Committee, in conjunction with the American Legion, is hosting a fundraiser for the Freedom Honor Flight (FHF) on October 3, 2026, at the American Legion Post …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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10/1/26
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Sparta Police Chief Emilee Nottestad and five other Monroe County law enforcement leaders say years of meetings and a revised agreement with Human Services have failed to resolve problems in the …
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By ERIC ROELLIG, Editor
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10/1/26
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September 21:
Samuel Ambrosini, 39, of Genoa, was charged with 3 counts of forgery (one as PTAC), possession of THC (2nd offense), and drug paraphernalia. Prosecutors requested a $ 1,500 …
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10/1/26
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Monroe County, WI – In recognition of October as National Bullying Prevention Month, the Monroe County Safe Community Coalition (MCSCC) is proud to sponsor an Anti-Bullying Poster Contest for …
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10/1/26
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October brings thoughts of colorful leaves, good food, and family time. Those things will come together at the Sparta Fall Fest on Saturday, October 3, when the annual event returns to downtown …
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By SAVANNAH TUCKER, Staff Writer
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10/1/26
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There are six dates throughout October when seasons open, so hunters are encouraged to double-check the hunting season dates and trapping season dates and confirm that they have acquired all …
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10/1/26
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