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Hundreds of area supporters came to support those affected by cancer at Sparta Area Cancer Support’s annual walk/rally held Aug. 1 at Evans-Bosshard Park in Sparta. Participants sampled baked …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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8/4/25
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The scent of farm country usually means freshly turned soil or livestock, but on the 900 block of Front Street in Cashton, it’s the sweet aroma of maple syrup that fills the air at Maple Valley …
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8/4/25
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140 years ago (1885)
The Weldon & Co. circus is showing at the corner of West Main and Court Streets this afternoon. Their parade this morning was quite credible for a show of its size.
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Compiled by JOHN GESSNER
Staff Writer
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8/4/25
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The lasting legacy of Frank G. Andres continues to benefit the Tomah community as the trustees were announced $156,019.75 was donated 39 to different non-profit and or tax-exempt organizations. …
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By PETER REICHARDT
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8/4/25
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Monroe County residents will lose access to key nutrition education services this fall as the University of Wisconsin–Madison Extension prepares to wind down its federally funded FoodWIse …
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8/4/25
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Hansen County Park was officially dedicated May 22 at 14345 County Highway B, the site of the former Rolling Hills Nursing Home north of Sparta.
The park joins Monroe County’s expanding …
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By JAYME BAHL, Staff Writer
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7/31/25
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Marion, Ohio — The National Tractor Pullers Association (NTPA), in partnership with its official streaming and media partner Full Pull Live, is excited to announce a national broadcast of …
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PRESS RELEASE
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7/31/25
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June 13 • Chance Solchenberger, 19, was charged with party to a crime in child abuse intentionally causing harm and disorderly conduct. Released on a $500 signature bond.
July 21 • …
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7/31/25
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In the late 1800s tuberculosis was a common aliment that attacked the lungs making it difficult for those affected to breathe.
Before antibiotics, it was widely thought by the medical community …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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7/31/25
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The American Legion at 1116 Angelo Road in Sparta hosted the 22nd Annual Sparta Friends of Scouting Fundraiser July 23.
The luncheon was organized by the Sparta Community Friends of Scouting …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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7/31/25
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We know we’re supposed to stick to a set bedtime and not eat or drink right before bed, but sometimes sleep can still elude us. Read on for some tips that may help on those especially …
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By APRIL ANDERSON
Monroe County Health and Well-Being Educator/FoodWI Coordinator
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7/31/25
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The Tomah VA Medical Center officially unveiled its new Red Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) clinic space with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony July 24. The event celebrated a major …
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By STEVIE VELASQUEZ, Staff Writer
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7/31/25
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Monroe County officials have approved changes to one of its committees and dog license fees for nonprofits.
At its July 22 meeting at McMullen County Park in Warrens, the county board …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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7/28/25
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Sparta City Wide Garage Sale- August 1 & 2
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7/28/25
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QUESTION
What does it mean when they say “clinically tested” in an ad on television?
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It means next to nothing. There is no official definition or regulation for the …
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Larry Scheckel
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7/28/25
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140 Years ago (1885)
Chicago and Northwestern refrigerator car will leave Sparta every weekday at 8:25 a.m. arriving at Chicago at 3 p.m. the next day. Every Monday and Thursday an extra car …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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7/28/25
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Monroe County law enforcement officials have arrested two people on alleged drug charges, including a man who is also facing a previous charge of first-degree reckless homicide.
According to a …
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7/28/25
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Tomah Health Community Foundation donation on July 23 will help support the community’s D.A.R.E. program for fifth grade students in the Tomah School District.
The foundation donated …
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PRESS RELEASE
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7/28/25
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A Black River Falls man is facing felony drug charges after Monroe County sheriff’s deputies allegedly found 47 grams of methamphetamine during a July 18 traffic stop, authorities said.
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7/28/25
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The Sparta Garden Club Tour hosted its Tour of Gardens July 11.
All across Sparta, volunteer garden enthusiasts eagerly awaited visitors with stories, tips and info at the various public gardens …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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7/28/25
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