“Fair orchard trees wave their fruit-laden arms, And nature smiles in her Autumnal charms.” - John Askham, "September"
- John Gittings | WiscNews
West Point, Caledonia, the town of Baraboo, Sauk and Columbia counties all have passed resolutions recently expressing concern about the proposed $1.3 billion project.
- Mark McMullen
Big run games, a couple of good quarterbacks and a defensive back highlight this week stars. Vote for your favorite here.
- John Gittings | WiscNews
Two Baraboo area contractors and a Stevens Point architecture firm, along with insurance and bond companies, are paying more than $2 million due to poorly built fields funded by the April 2020 referendum.
Donatello is a 2-year-old beagle mix who came to the shelter as a stray and is ready to find a new family. At just 26 pounds, he is a friendly, affectionate little guy who loves being around people. True to his beagle roots, walks are one of his favorite things, especially when he gets plent…
The Baraboo Area Chamber of Commerce will present an authentic Bavarian festival Saturday, Sept. 19 as Oktoberfest returns to Circus World, 550 Water St., Baraboo.
- Mark McMullen
Waupun's Siddnie Neary discusses some of her favorite aspects of volleyball and other topics with WiscNews. Get to know her here.
The Baraboo Area Chamber of Commerce will present an authentic Bavarian festival Saturday, Sept. 19 as Oktoberfest returns to Circus World, 550 Water St., Baraboo.
Waupun's Siddnie Neary discusses some of her favorite aspects of volleyball and other topics with WiscNews. Get to know her here.
A Poynette victory and Beaver Dam's defeat are among the important storylines to know from Friday's slate of games around the county.
Waupun senior Brennen Redeker discusses some of his favorite items with WiscNews as the Warriors prepare for New Holstein.
Scenes from a tightly contested 21-17 home loss for Beaver Dam against Menomonee Falls on Friday night.
A Golden Beavers fumble put the pieces in place for Menomonee Falls to jump ahead late Friday at Beaver Dam High School.
Residents say the prospective 190-mile, 765,000-volt line would affect family farms and scenic landscapes. The provider argues it would bring needed power to the area.
Baraboo police said they believe the shooting came during a meeting that was a possible drug deal.
Following the success of last year's "Songs of America" program presented at Park Hall in Sauk City, the public is invited to a second edition, "Land of the Free, Home of the Brave: the music that shaped America." This free concert of patriotic and protest music will be at 7 p.m. Friday, Sep…
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St., Spring Green, will host its 19th annual BeatleFest from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday
Four music acts, 17 vendors and more than 40 cars will highlight the end-of-summer downtown Portage event.
The owner was transferring the kangaroos from one vehicle to another at about noon Sunday when the animals got loose.
Prevail Bank will host a free Community E-Cycling Day from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at its Baraboo branch, 110 Linn St. First Choice, a non-landfill company, that is R2v3 and NAID, AAA certified will provide service and destroy all data at its secure facility.
Dear Savvy Senior,
The nearly 20-acre farm located along Highway DL between Baraboo and Devil’s Lake State Park is expanding to include a vegetable-processing and commercial-kitchen space, a farm store, cafe and farm-stay cabins.
Offense, defense and special teams all had big-time performances happen in Week 1. Here are five players that stood out for Supernova. Vote for your favorite performance.
There's going to be a lot of talent heading into the 2026 girls volleyball season. Here are nine players to watch for.
The menu features steaks, lobster tails, burgers and charcuterie boards, among other items, as well as an extensive array of drinks.
The Community Foundation of South Central Wisconsin will host a piano concert at 7 p.m. Saturday featuring Olga Kern at the Al. Ringling Theatre, 136 Fourth Ave., Baraboo. For ages 13 and older. Elegant attire appreciated.
Four Southcentral Wisconsin school districts failed to pass referendums last April, but they’re diverging now on what to do next.
Here are some things to keep an eye on as the 2026 girls volleyball season gets underway.
Goals, assists, shutouts and bigger roles await. Meet seven area high school boys soccer players to keep an eye on this fall.
Here are seven runners from the WiscNews area to follow as the 2026 boys cross country season begins Tuesday.

