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Tomah Health Human Resources director, Brenda Reinert, says despite a Wisconsin Hospital Association (WHA) report that describes health care workforce challenges throughout the state, the environment …
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4/7/25
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Five hundred sixty-five students have been named to the Viterbo University 2024 fall semester dean’s list. Fulltime students must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of credit for letter …
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4/7/25
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After more than two decades of dedicated service to the City of Tomah, Police Chief Scott Holum is preparing to retire this coming April 18th. Holum, who has served in law enforcement for nearly 30 …
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4/7/25
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Food Waste Prevention Week is April 7th – 13th, 2025. Why is it important to reduce food waste? Wasting food is costly. Each year, Americans lose more than $218 billion on wasted food. Food is …
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By APRIL ANDERSON
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4/4/25
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Tomah Health thanked area doctors by supporting two area not-for-profit organizations, on March 31. In recognition of Doctors’ Day, $1,000 donations were given to Chasing Daylight Animal …
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PRESS RELEASE
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4/3/25
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In 2025, social media continues to be a driving force in digital communication, with platforms reaching record-breaking user bases. Facebook remains the largest social media network, boasting an …
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By STEVIE VELASQUEZ
Herald Staff Writer
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4/3/25
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The seasonal weight restrictions placed upon Monroe County highways will be removed effective Monday, April 07, 2025. The restrictions on each individual highway will remain in effect until the signs …
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4/3/25
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Dear Savvy Senior,
Can you offer any tips to help seniors save on their auto insurance? I recently turned 70 and got hit with a 25 percent premium increase on my car insurance and am looking for …
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4/3/25
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Gram Christensen spent last Thursday visiting Cara Potter at Rome and Great Granddaughter Laylah, who was visiting her Grandparents.
Ken and Sue Olsen played cards at the Senior Center, on …
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By PAT CHRISTENSEN
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4/3/25
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1st Community Credit Union held its 64th Annual Meeting on March 31, 2025, at Sparta American Legion Post 100, in Sparta, Wisconsin. The 42 member-owners attending the meeting elected two directors, …
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PRESS RELEASE
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4/3/25
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On Thursday, April 10th, Sparta High School will be hosting the 4th Annual Career, Job, and Education Fair. Representatives from over 40 businesses and 20 colleges will speak to SASD students, …
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4/3/25
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On Saturday, March 29th, The Fallen Outdoors (TFO) of Wisconsin held its annual fundraising banquet at the Sparta American Legion, located at 1116 Angelo Road, in Sparta. Tickets were limited to 200, …
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By JOHN GESSNER – Hearald Staff Writer
By BENNY MAILMAN - Editor
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4/3/25
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Massive cuts by Federal Government stop 1.1 million pounds of food assistance for Wisconsin families
Last week, Wisconsin agencies operating The Emergency Food Assistance Program, or TEFAP, were notified that our food banks and pantries will not receive 1.1 million pounds of milk, eggs, cheese, and …
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By HETTI BROWN
Executive Director Couleecap
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4/3/25
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The eyes of the nation were on Wisconsin as the Spring election for 2025 saw the most money ever spent on a single election for a state position, that of Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice, funneled …
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By BENNY MAILMAN, Editor
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4/3/25
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April 2025 Local Election Results
Candidates
Votes
David Burnett
3,389
Dave Gaunky
2,615
William Lasko
2,395
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4/2/25
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On Thursday, March 27th, the city of Sparta welcomed a new nonprofit into its fold: Family Promise of the Great Rivers. Before having the central space they now occupy, Family Promise had to shelter …
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By BENNY MAILMAN, Editor
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3/31/25
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On Tuesday, March 11, 2025, the Sparta Kiwanis Club heard from two leaders of PBS Wisconsin on the upcoming programs planned for the coming seasons, as well as some examples of excellent programing …
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3/31/25
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“That’s the stuff movies are made of” is a famous quote for an outstanding historical or notorious event. The story about Ed Gein is from the notorious category. Ed Gein was from …
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By JOHN GESSNER, Staff Writer
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3/31/25
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QUESTION
Do you know how they treated battle wounds in the Civil War?
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I know a little bit but had to look up a lot more. I was on …
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By LARRY SCHECKEL
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3/31/25
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In an era dominated by constant digital engagement, a new trend known as "silent walking" is gaining popularity, encouraging individuals to unplug and reconnect with their surroundings. This practice …
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By STEVIE VELASQUEZ, Staff Writer
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3/31/25
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