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For the fifth consecutive year, the Monroe County Dog Shelter (MCAS) has achieved a live release rate exceeding 90%, earning no-kill status in 2024 from Best Friends Animal Society.
While the …
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By JAYME BAHL, Staff Writer
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7/28/25
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Located on the corner of South Webster Avenue and Allouez Place in Green Bay sets the Lorelei German Restaurant.
Exactly 100 years ago in the Lawler grocery store, Bob's Allouez Tavern, and a …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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7/25/25
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SPARTA, Wis. – Monroe County District Attorney Kevin Croninger announced today
that Shane Slater, 48, was sentenced to 20 years in prison by Monroe County Circuit Court
Judge Mark …
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7/25/25
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Monroe County officials have approved to increase the 2025 county tax levy by over $180,000 due to the amount of anticipated chargebacks towards commercial businesses in 2024.
The measure passed …
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7/24/25
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Tomah Area School District Superintendent Mike Hanson announced his resignation during the July 21 school board meeting.
The resignation was included in the consent agenda, alongside approval of …
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By JAYME BAHL, Staff Writer
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7/24/25
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July 14:
Austin Bennett, 37, of La Crosse was charged with trespassing and remaining after given notice and intentional retail theft. A $200 arrest warrant was issued for failure to appear.
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7/24/25
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The Coulee Antique Engine Club’s 54th annual show will take place August 1-3 at S1061 Highway 27 in Westby. The show features Massey-Harris, Massey-Ferguson, Ferguson, and excavating equipment.
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7/24/25
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The Cashton Lions Club will be hosting its 7th Annual “Stuff The Bus” donation drive August 2 at the Bank of Cashton, located at 724 Front Street in Cashton.
The event will …
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7/24/25
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Mary Morrow’s Attic has opened its new location at 332 S Black River Street in Sparta.
The new space is an upgrade from its previous shop location at 116 S Water Street, where volunteers, …
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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7/24/25
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Area law enforcement, fire departments and emergency services staff throughout Monroe County will continue a 22- year tradition when the 2025 edition of National Night Out takes place August 5 from 4 …
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7/24/25
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Town of Adrian
Richard E. Radl and Mary K. Eiler Radl to Richard E. Radl and Mary K. Eiler Radl Revocable Trust dated April 16 th , 2025 - 20228 Giraffe Avenue - $233,400
Town …
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7/24/25
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John Gessner, American Legion Post 100 chaplain and Sparta resident, received the Martha Marlowe Outstanding Chaplain Award at the 2025 American Legion Convention held in Green Bay, July 17–21.
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7/24/25
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Phillip James Tichenor passed away surrounded by loved ones on March 12th 2025 at Abbott Northwestern Hospital following a stroke suffered on March 7th while living at the Heartwood Senior Living …
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7/21/25
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Donna Mae Tryggestad, 92, of Tomah, died peacefully on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at the Serenity House.
A Celebration of Life will be held on July 26, 2025, at 11 a.m., with a visitation one hour …
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7/21/25
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Nearly 100 children walked away from Sparta’s Memorial Park with colorful new backpacks to start the upcoming school year as a part of Sparta Backpack Program’s free backpack giveaway.
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By JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN, Contributing Writer
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7/21/25
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City officials have given the go ahead to finance the construction of a new manufacturing facility looking to build in Sparta’s South Pointe Business Park.
At its July 16 meeting, …
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By ERICA DYNES JACKSON, Editor
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7/21/25
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The Sparta Area School District will host a facility project update July 28 at 5 p.m. in Meadowview Middle School cafeteria.
The event will spotlight upcoming renovations and design plans for …
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By JAYME BAHL, Staff Writer
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7/21/25
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Trail running provides many health benefits. It’s a great way to be in nature which can help reduce anxiety and stress. You can set your mind at ease. Another benefit is you have to adjust your …
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By APRIL ANDERSON
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7/21/25
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QUESTION
I see that Amish farm with horses. When did tractors replace horses on farms?
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The Amish believe in a harmonious relationship with nature. They rely on proven methods …
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By LARRY SCHECKEL
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7/21/25
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140 years ago (1885)
It was a peaceful Fourth of July. No fires, no fights, no accidents or disturbances took place, and everybody reports a good time with no drawbacks to speak of. May we have …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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7/21/25
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