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Tomah Health has scheduled a childbirth education class for expecting parents Jan. 17 from 9 a.m.- noon.
The hospital-recommended course focuses on planning for the birth experience with …
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PRESS RELEASE
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1/8/26
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Tomah Health and Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin officials are asking area residents to help meet an ongoing need for blood by donating Jan. 14 and 15 in Tomah.
"The need for a healthy blood …
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1/8/26
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All incumbents on the Monroe County Board of Supervisors will appear on the ballot unopposed in the spring 2026 election.
Each current supervisor has filed the required paperwork to seek another …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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1/8/26
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Voters in Tomah and Sparta will see a mix of contested and uncontested races on the ballot for the April 7 spring election, including a mayoral race in Tomah and an alderperson contest in Sparta.
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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1/8/26
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Tomah Health welcomed its first baby of 2026 New Year’s Day.
Whitney Sanjari and her husband, Ben Upham of Tomah said they were excited their son, Emmett Kian Upham was the first baby born at …
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1/5/26
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I stepped into the editor’s desk at the Monroe County Herald in June, and the rest of 2025 wasted no time reminding me why local journalism matters. In just a few months, I had a front-row seat to …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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1/5/26
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The Sparta Free Library has announced a variety of upcoming programs for adults, children and teens in January, along with a major policy change eliminating overdue fines.
Adult programs include …
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PRESS RELEASE
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1/5/26
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140 years ago (1886)
The pleasant weather of New Years Day tempted forth a large number of callers and an unusual number of ladies kept open house in the good old way that day, greeting their …
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Compiled by JOHN GESSNER
Staff Writer
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1/5/26
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I am not a writer by profession. I was trained as an engineer, great with mathematical formulas but not so great with the written word. After over thirty years in the army writing plans, evaluations …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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1/5/26
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Sparta Area School District leaders say student growth, expanded facilities planning and strong community support marked the 2024-25 school year, even as the district faces ongoing challenges tied to …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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1/5/26
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Much happened in Monroe County throughout the year. Here is a look back at some of the year’s top news stories of 2025.
This is Part II of a two-part series. Look for Part I in the Monday, …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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1/5/26
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Monroe County officials say 2025 was a year of steady progress, marked by new public spaces, expanded health and safety initiatives and long-term planning, even as budget pressures continue to shape …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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1/5/26
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Tomah city leaders say restoring stable leadership, protecting public safety and laying groundwork for long-term financial sustainability were among the city’s biggest accomplishments in 2025, …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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1/5/26
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A Sparta man has accepted a plea deal in connection with a fatal crash last fall that killed a construction worker on Interstate 90.
Isaac Morales Jr., 26, pleaded no contest Dec. 30 to …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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12/31/25
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The Monroe County Board received updates on major broadband investments coming to the county at its Dec. 18 meeting.
During public comment, Roxy Anderson, speaking on behalf of Broadband Special …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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12/29/25
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Dec. 15:
Maximino Calzada-Tadeo, 45, of Sparta, was charged with possession of cocaine and THC. Released on a $250 signature bond.
Debra Fleming, 64, of Chicago Heights, Illinois, was …
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12/29/25
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As a self-proclaimed history student, I am passionate about researching stories from our rich history in Wisconsin. The weekly column,” Wisconsin Legends and Lore” began in 2024 highlights …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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12/29/25
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Tomah council members have given the OK to borrow money for several planned capital improvement projects and a slight increase in the sewer rate for next year.
At its Dec. 15 meeting, the …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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12/29/25
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City officials say completion of the Sparta Free Library, major business park growth and progress on long-standing infrastructure issues highlighted the city’s accomplishments in 2025, while …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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12/29/25
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Much happened in Monroe County throughout the year. As 2025 wraps up, we look back at some of the year’s top news stories.
This is Part I of a two-part series. Look for Part II in the Monday, …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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12/29/25
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