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What’s new at Wilderness Resort’s revamped Wild WaterDome (Copy) (copy)

What’s new at Wilderness Resort’s revamped Wild WaterDome (Copy) (copy)

  • John Gittings | WiscNews

The waterpark has been closed since late August to install a new roof and water slide, among other upgrades.

Baraboo borrows $4.9 million for road projects, Great Sauk State Trail

Baraboo borrows $4.9 million for road projects, Great Sauk State Trail

  • John Gittings | WiscNews

Road projects will consume $3 million of the financing, while an additional $1 million will be used to replace water meters.

‘Target on my head’: Wisconsin Dells junior rises from unknown to Division I prospect

‘Target on my head’: Wisconsin Dells junior rises from unknown to Division I prospect

  • Nile McNair

The annual rivalry game between Wisconsin and Minnesota was the origin point for this Wisconsin Dells football standout's rise up the class of 2028 recruiting boards.  

Photos: Wisconsin Dells football hosts Ripon amid downpour

Photos: Wisconsin Dells football hosts Ripon amid downpour

  • Nile McNair

Scenes from a heavy rain-filled South Central Conference bout between the Wisconsin Dells and Ripon football teams on Sept. 18.  

5 questions with Baraboo boys soccer's Rowan Pemberton

5 questions with Baraboo boys soccer's Rowan Pemberton

  • Sean Davis

The Thunderbirds junior returned to the field this season after long hiatus, rekindling his passion for the sport.

Photos: Nick Boyd's career with Wisconsin men's basketball

Photos: Nick Boyd's career with Wisconsin men's basketball

  • Michael McCleary

A collection of photos from Nick Boyd's lone season with the Wisconsin men's basketball team. The point guard averaged 20.7 points and 4.3 assists during the 2025-26 season.

What did you miss in Week 5? Insider's guide to WiscNews area high school football

What did you miss in Week 5? Insider's guide to WiscNews area high school football

  • Mark McMullen

A blowout in a matchup between two previously unbeaten programs and a notable loss from an area power headline the Week 5 action. Catch up on all that happened.

What did you miss in Week 5? Insider's guide to WiscNews area high school football

What did you miss in Week 5? Insider's guide to WiscNews area high school football

    A blowout in a matchup between two previously unbeaten programs and a notable loss from an area power headline the Week 5 action. Catch up on all that happened.

    5 questions with Sauk Prairie football's Jaxson Martin

    5 questions with Sauk Prairie football's Jaxson Martin

      The Eagles senior two-way standout found a perfect fit after starting his career at quarterback.

      Pardeeville football routs Poynette to stay undefeated

      Pardeeville football routs Poynette to stay undefeated

        Led by a solid run game, the Pardeeville Bulldogs took down the Poynette Pumas in an Eastern Suburban Conference game. 

        Balanced offense, lockdown defense spark Lake Mills football to statement win over rival Lodi

        Balanced offense, lockdown defense spark Lake Mills football to statement win over rival Lodi

          The L-Cats put the throttle down on both sides of the ball from the start and cruised to a rare shutout win over the Blue Devils.

          Photos: Pardeeville hosts Poynette in Eastern Suburban Conference football action

          Photos: Pardeeville hosts Poynette in Eastern Suburban Conference football action

            The Bulldogs hosted the Pumas in an Eastern Suburban Conference football game on Friday.

            Key member of Columbia County legal team exits

            Key member of Columbia County legal team exits

              Jessica Hale has been serving in a double role for more than two years.

              Columbia County weighs legality of wielding power over wind farm

              Columbia County weighs legality of wielding power over wind farm

                Residents and some supervisors are looking to stop the proposed Columbia Wind Farm project.

                The Grainery’s new owner deepens local ties as he plans expansion

                The Grainery’s new owner deepens local ties as he plans expansion

                Among the changes are a tiered membership program launching in October offering discounts and access to area clinicians and a dietician.

                3 game-shifting goals from around Wisconsin: Week of Sept. 6

                3 game-shifting goals from around Wisconsin: Week of Sept. 6

                These boys soccer players found a way to find the back of the net during the week of Sept. 6. Check out who made the top three across the state. 

                5 top girls volleyball plays from around Wisconsin: Week of Sept. 13 edition

                5 top girls volleyball plays from around Wisconsin: Week of Sept. 13 edition

                Here are the top girls volleyball plays from around Wisconsin from Week of Sept. 13. Take a look to see who cracked the top five. 

                5 top boys soccer plays from around Wisconsin: Week of Sept. 13 edition

                5 top boys soccer plays from around Wisconsin: Week of Sept. 13 edition

                Here are some eye-popping boys soccer plays from the week of Sept. 13. Find out who else made the list. 

                5 WiscNews running backs who are hard to take down

                5 WiscNews running backs who are hard to take down

                These running backs use a combination of size, speed and strength that make it tough for opposing defenses to take them to the ground. 

                5 WiscNews area high school boys sports stars of the week: Sept. 18 edition

                5 WiscNews area high school boys sports stars of the week: Sept. 18 edition

                Momentum-swinging goals and a number of season-best times on the course highlighted last week's action. Vote for which athletes most stood out to you.

                5 questions with Waupun junior Alexis Babiash

                5 questions with Waupun junior Alexis Babiash

                Alexis Babiash took the time to answer five questions after Waupun girls volleyball battled Poynette. Get to know the Waupun junior. 

                5 questions with Poynette junior Kyla McCaffery

                5 questions with Poynette junior Kyla McCaffery

                After playing against Waupun, Poynette junior Kyla McCaffery took the time to answer five questions. Get to know the Pumas defensive specialist. 

                5 highlight touchdowns from around Wisconsin: Week 4 edition

                5 highlight touchdowns from around Wisconsin: Week 4 edition

                Week 4 of the high school football season provided plenty of long scoring plays. Check out these five from around Wisconsin.

                SSM Health St. Clare Hospital-Baraboo Mammography team members and patients are enjoying the benefits of a new mammography chair due to a St. Clare Foundation gift made possible by employees supporting the Mission Monday Employee Giving Campaign, from left, Damara Merrell, Shonda Cook, and Becky Platt.

                Employee giving campaign funds mammography chair

                Employees supporting the Mission Monday Employee Giving Campaign at SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Baraboo donates just over $5,000 to purchase the VELA Mammography Chair, according to a Sept. 14 release. The chair provides a secure, lockable base, adjustable armrests and footrests, and a h…

                Mike Refsland, Powered Up Baraboo board member, charges his Electric Vehicle on June 22.

                PUB gathers to discuss electric vehicles

                Powered Up Baraboo will host “Why I Love My EV,” at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1 at the home of David Wernecke and Judy Spring, E13119 Highway 33. This is a gathering of folks who drive an electric vehicle and folks exploring the idea of getting one.

                5 field-stretching passes from around Wisconsin: Week 4 edition

                5 field-stretching passes from around Wisconsin: Week 4 edition

                High school football quarterbacks weren't afraid to air it out in Week 4. Check out five of the longest passes across the state.

                Portage, Endeavor to end 13-year court partnership

                Portage, Endeavor to end 13-year court partnership

                Portage Administrator Justin Schoenemann said on Monday that Endeavor did not give a reason for terminating the agreement.

                5 WiscNews area high school girls volleyball stars of the week: Sept. 17 edition

                5 WiscNews area high school girls volleyball stars of the week: Sept. 17 edition

                Big offensive performances highlight this week's 5 stars voting, and a defensive specialist who helped team find success. Vote for your favorite performance as the Supernova.

                5 top boys soccer plays from around Wisconsin: Week of Sept. 6 edition

                5 top boys soccer plays from around Wisconsin: Week of Sept. 6 edition

                WiscNews has partnered with Hudl to provide a look at some of the state's top high school sports highlights this fall.

                Few know Wisconsin Dells as well as these two

                Few know Wisconsin Dells as well as these two

                Betsy Grant is a Wisconsin Dells native and great-granddaughter of H.H. Bennett. Bob Oxnem’s 59 years in the Dells include 33 as a DNR ranger.

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