The Golden Eagles senior moved onto the medal stand thanks to a piece of advice from a teammate-turned-coach.
- Sean Davis
The Trojans jumper overcame a tough field and made good on her simple goal, becoming the program's first state champion in the event.
- Terri Pederson
An 18-year-old Beaver Dam man was placed on a $500,000 cash bond on Friday after being charged with first-degree attempted homicide.
- Sean Davis
The Thunderbirds thrower recorded a best-ever finish in her third straight appearance at the state track and field championships in La Crosse.
- Terri Pederson
The Beaver Dam Area Community Choir performed for the first time in May 2025 and will hold its second concert Saturday.
LAKE MILLS — At the May 17 Lakeside Lutheran High School Commencement Concert, the music department, led by band director Glen Pufahl and choral director Steven Springborn, presented music awards for the 2025-2026 academic year to several student musicians.
In a collaborative effort to support individuals and families in need, United Way of Dodge County partnered with Moraine Park Technical College to assemble and distribute hygiene kits to nonprofit organizations throughout the county on May 27.
The United Way of Dodge County has distributed $110,000 in grant funding to local nonprofit organizations, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening communities and improving lives across Dodge County, after shifting to a board-run organization to maximize funds raised going directly to th…
In a collaborative effort to support individuals and families in need, United Way of Dodge County partnered with Moraine Park Technical College to assemble and distribute hygiene kits to nonprofit organizations throughout the county on May 27.
COLUMBUS — A new housing project is underway on Tower Drive, led by Lamps Landing LLC, it will bring eight twin homes and a two story apartment building designed primarily for residents aged 55 and older to the corner of Tower Drive and Western Avenue.
HORICON — Horicon Bank welcomes Matt Pierce to its growing Mortgage Lending team as vice president, serving the bank’s southern footprint, according to a June 4 release.
HORICON — Jahnke’s Juneau Piggly Wiggly continues its community support by designating the Horicon Marshmen Foundation as its charity for the June round-up campaign. Piggly Wiggly customers can round up their purchase to the nearest dollar at checkout, with all proceeds benefiting the Horico…
FRIESLAND — Alsum Farms & Produce has awarded ten $1,000 scholarships as part of its annual high school senior scholarship program, according to a June 3 release. The recipients were selected based on academic achievement; agricultural, community, youth organization involvement and resid…
The Aldo Leopold Foundation releases the 2027 Phenology Calendar. Phenology is the study of the timing of seasonal events, and the Leopold family kept detailed journals tracking hundreds of phenological events during their time at the Shack and beyond.
City of Beaver Dam Recreation Department, 209 S. Center St., Beaver Dam.
FOND DU LAC — Moraine Park Technical College recognized the hard work and determination of nearly 200 students at its 2025-26 GED - General Educational Development - and HSED - High School Equivalency Diploma - Completion Ceremony, held May 21 at the Fond du Lac Campus. More than 60 graduate…
MAYVILLE — The Common Council of the city of Mayville approved two resolutions on May 26, creating new opportunities for residents of Mayville and neighboring communities to access recreational facilities at reduced rates. These initiatives are designed to promote community wellness, afforda…
WAUPUN — SSM Health Waupun Memorial Hospital invites the community to celebrate a significant milestone in the hospital’s history - its 75th anniversary from 10 a.m. to noon Sunday, June 28. The open house will feature refreshments in the cafeteria, and the unveiling of a new Agnesian Health…
Families today face many challenges. From finding affordable services and childcare to accessing food, healthcare, transportation and other supports, families are not always aware of the resources available to them. To help connect residents with local programs and services,
The Tumble Tyme Gymnastics team competed in the Wisconsin State Meet on April 25-26. The Level 4 Team took third-place Statewide and the Level 3 Team came in sixth. Individually, Nora Stiers, Level 3, medaled on all events scoring a 34.2 All-Around. Sloane Schweitzer, Level 5, came in first …
Waupun Community Center, 520 McKinley St., Waupun
HORICON — Horicon High School athletes competed at sectionals on May 29 at Sword Field Athletic Complex where Sarah Hodgson qualified in the Shot Put and Alissa Cundy, Azelyn Heller, Kaitlyn Wiard, and Emily Bunkoske qualified for the 4 by 200 relay. The State competition began June 5 in La Crosse.
FOND DU LAC — The Moraine Park Foundation received a $15,000 donation from Fox Valley Savings Bank in support of the Fond du Lac Campus Health and Human Services equipment campaign, according to a May 18 release. The gift will help support the new Health and Human Services wing with updated …
The Dodge County Center for the Arts presents a community art exhibit, “Peony Art Contest,” featuring works from artists of all ages and backgrounds. The exhibit highlights a variety of artistic media and creative expression, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience the depth and…
Dodge County could have a moratorium on new data centers in its future following a committee decision to investigate the possibility.
Zach Rasch, 44, of Juneau, is on trial for first-degree intentional homicide in the death of his estranged wife Crystal Rasch.
The men, age 23 and 76, were arrested with on facing felony charges following a road rage incident in Columbus where one of the men fired a gun Iin the direction of the other man.
A Dodge County Sheriff’s Office Deputy who responded to Zach Rasch’s home following the disappearance of his estranged wife was told she had a habit of leaving without telling people where she was going.
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