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GARDENER COLUMN: September gardening tasks

GARDENER COLUMN: September gardening tasks

  • SAUK COUNTY GARDENER Jeannie Manis Sauk County Master Gardeners Association

“Fair orchard trees wave their fruit-laden arms, And nature smiles in her Autumnal charms.” - John Askham, "September"

Sauk, Columbia communities oppose routes for 190-mile power line

Sauk, Columbia communities oppose routes for 190-mile power line

  • 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.

5 WiscNews high school football stars from Week 2

5 WiscNews high school football stars from Week 2

  • Mark McMullen

Big run games, a couple of good quarterbacks and a defensive back highlight this week stars. Vote for your favorite here. 

Sauk Prairie awarded $2.1 million for defective athletic fields

Sauk Prairie awarded $2.1 million for defective athletic fields

  • 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.

King

PETS OF WEEK: Donatello and King

    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…

    Fest Masters Tom and Lisa Stout will kick off the fun at the 5th annual Oktoberfest on Sept. 19 at Circus World.

    Polka, bratwurst & beer highlight Oktoberfest

      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.

      5 questions with Waupun volleyball's Siddnie Neary

      5 questions with Waupun volleyball's Siddnie Neary

      • Mark McMullen

      Waupun's Siddnie Neary discusses some of her favorite aspects of volleyball and other topics with WiscNews. Get to know her here. 

      Fest Masters Tom and Lisa Stout will kick off the fun at the 5th annual Oktoberfest on Sept. 19 at Circus World.

      Polka, bratwurst & beer highlight Oktoberfest

        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.

        5 questions with Waupun volleyball's Siddnie Neary

        5 questions with Waupun volleyball's Siddnie Neary

          Waupun's Siddnie Neary discusses some of her favorite aspects of volleyball and other topics with WiscNews. Get to know her here. 

          What did you miss in Week 2? Insider's guide to area high school football

          What did you miss in Week 2? Insider's guide to area high school football

            A Poynette victory and Beaver Dam's defeat are among the important storylines to know from Friday's slate of games around the county.

            5 questions with Waupun's Brennen Redeker

            5 questions with Waupun's Brennen Redeker

              Waupun senior Brennen Redeker discusses some of his favorite items with WiscNews as the Warriors prepare for New Holstein. 

              Photos: Beaver Dam football hosts Menomonee Falls in nonconference matchup

              Photos: Beaver Dam football hosts Menomonee Falls in nonconference matchup

                Scenes from a tightly contested 21-17 home loss for Beaver Dam against Menomonee Falls on Friday night.

                Script flips on Beaver Dam football late as Menomonee Falls rallies for victory

                Script flips on Beaver Dam football late as Menomonee Falls rallies for victory

                  A Golden Beavers fumble put the pieces in place for Menomonee Falls to jump ahead late Friday at Beaver Dam High School.

                  175-foot towers, 190 miles: What to know about the power lines proposed for south-central Wisconsin

                  175-foot towers, 190 miles: What to know about the power lines proposed for south-central Wisconsin

                    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.

                    Man shot in Baraboo armed robbery, suspects at large

                    Man shot in Baraboo armed robbery, suspects at large

                    Baraboo police said they believe the shooting came during a meeting that was a possible drug deal.

                    Concert celebrates American music through changing times

                    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…

                    BeatleFest returns on Sunday

                    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

                    What to know about Taste of Portage this weekend

                    What to know about Taste of Portage this weekend

                    Four music acts, 17 vendors and more than 40 cars will highlight the end-of-summer downtown Portage event.

                    1 kangaroo still missing after 4 escape trailer near I-39

                    1 kangaroo still missing after 4 escape trailer near I-39

                    The owner was transferring the kangaroos from one vehicle to another at about noon Sunday when the animals got loose.

                    Prevail Bank to host free E-Cycling Day

                    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.

                    SAVVY SENIOR: Simple ways to soothe bunion pain

                    SAVVY SENIOR: Simple ways to soothe bunion pain

                    Dear Savvy Senior,

                    Baraboo-area CSA is adding farm-stay experiences, cafe and store

                    Baraboo-area CSA is adding farm-stay experiences, cafe and store

                    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.

                    5 WiscNews high school football stars from Week 1

                    5 WiscNews high school football stars from Week 1

                    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. 

                    9 WiscNews girls volleyball players to watch this season

                    9 WiscNews girls volleyball players to watch this season

                    There's going to be a lot of talent heading into the 2026 girls volleyball season. Here are nine players to watch for. 

                    Neil’s Winehouse reopens under new owners, with expanded menu and hours

                    Neil’s Winehouse reopens under new owners, with expanded menu and hours

                    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, Aug. 29 featuring Olga Kern at the Al. Ringling Theatre, 136 Fourth Ave., Baraboo.

                    Classical pianist will celebrate philanthropy with concert

                    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.

                    After voters defeated April referendums, area school districts chart their next moves

                    After voters defeated April referendums, area school districts chart their next moves

                    Four Southcentral Wisconsin school districts failed to pass referendums last April, but they’re diverging now on what to do next.

                    5 WiscNews storylines to follow in girls volleyball this season

                    5 WiscNews storylines to follow in girls volleyball this season

                    Here are some things to keep an eye on as the 2026 girls volleyball season gets underway. 

                    7 WiscNews area boys soccer players to know this season

                    7 WiscNews area boys soccer players to know this season

                    Goals, assists, shutouts and bigger roles await. Meet seven area high school boys soccer players to keep an eye on this fall. 

                    7 WiscNews high school boys cross country runners to watch this season

                    7 WiscNews high school boys cross country runners to watch this season

                    Here are seven runners from the WiscNews area to follow as the 2026 boys cross country season begins Tuesday. 

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