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Columbus police arrest man after pursuit through marsh

Columbus police arrest man after pursuit through marsh

  • Terri Pederson

A 40-year-old man was taken to the Columbia County Jail following a foot pursuit after a report that someone was using a tool to try to break into a vehicle.

SAVVY SENIOR: Simple ways to soothe bunion pain

SAVVY SENIOR: Simple ways to soothe bunion pain

  • JIM MILLER

Dear Savvy Senior,

5 WiscNews high school football stars from Week 1

5 WiscNews high school football stars from Week 1

  • Mark McMullen

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

  • Mark McMullen

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

Beaver Dam launches book fair with authors from across the U.S.

Beaver Dam launches book fair with authors from across the U.S.

  • Terri Pederson

The Best Dam Book Fair is being organized by A.L. Wilder, an author from Waupun, and Kayla Drake, the owner of Rosalee Book Boutique, 234 S. Spring St. It is scheduled to be held on June 4 and 6 in downtown Beaver Dam.

Beaver Dam mulls future of dilapidated Green Giant building

Beaver Dam mulls future of dilapidated Green Giant building

  • Terri Pederson

Green Giant operated in Beaver Dam for about 80 years before the plant closed in 1994. The building in question is missing part of its roof due to a fire in 2015.

5 WiscNews storylines to follow in girls volleyball this season

5 WiscNews storylines to follow in girls volleyball this season

  • Mark McMullen

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

Beaver Dam mulls future of dilapidated Green Giant building

Beaver Dam mulls future of dilapidated Green Giant building

    Green Giant operated in Beaver Dam for about 80 years before the plant closed in 1994. The building in question is missing part of its roof due to a fire in 2015.

    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. 

          After decades of trying to beat each other, rival high school football teams join forces

          After decades of trying to beat each other, rival high school football teams join forces

            Two longtime rivals are now building a future together on the gridiron. Along the way, old bonds are helping unite players who once stood on opposite sidelines.

            Woman seriously injured in crash with semi in Dodge County

            Woman seriously injured in crash with semi in Dodge County

              The woman’s 2020 Ford Edge failed to yield to the semi at a stop sign Friday evening, authorities said.

              Photos: Randolph, Cambria-Friesland unite for first football season together

              Photos: Randolph, Cambria-Friesland unite for first football season together

                A collection of photos featuring a Week 1 practice and season-opening game for the new Randolph/Cambria-Friesland co-op football team.

                Baraboo grad’s 8,000-mile ride across Asia turns hardship into hope

                Baraboo grad’s 8,000-mile ride across Asia turns hardship into hope

                The Baraboo graduate is biking 8,000 miles across Asia, turning his mother’s cancer journey into a fundraising opportunity for Restoring Hope Transplant House.

                Photos: Baraboo native bikes through Asia as part of 'Pedal for a Purpose'

                Photos: Baraboo native bikes through Asia as part of 'Pedal for a Purpose'

                Max Koenig, a 2020 Baraboo graduate, has spent part of the year biking through Asia to raise money for Restoring Hope Transplant House in Middleton. 

                Junior QB sparks comeback win in return as Poynette sneaks past Fall River/Rio

                Junior QB sparks comeback win in return as Poynette sneaks past Fall River/Rio

                Sawyer Steinhorst skipped his sophomore football season to play golf instead, but that itch to be on the gridiron stayed. His return helped shape a season-opening win for the Pumas.

                Photos: Poynette opens season with nonconference showdown against Fall River/Rio

                Photos: Poynette opens season with nonconference showdown against Fall River/Rio

                Here are photos of action of Friday's nonconference football game between the Pumas and the Rebels at Poynette High School. 

                This year’s Dodge County Fair will feature 1 demolition derby, not 2

                This year’s Dodge County Fair will feature 1 demolition derby, not 2

                The demo derby was held two times on the last day of the fair in the past. This year, just one will be held, at 3 p.m. Sunday.

                Dodge County approves 18-month data center moratorium

                Dodge County approves 18-month data center moratorium

                The Dodge County Board voted 29-2 to delay approvals of any data centers while the county looks at how the massive structures could affect the county.

                COLUMBUS COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE: Aug. 24-28

                Columbus Community Center Activities

                Senior Menus: Aug. 24-28

                Columbia County

                5 questions with Reedsburg football's Grant Weber

                5 questions with Reedsburg football's Grant Weber

                The hard-hitting nature of football and the camaraderie cultivated on and off the field has fueled the Beavers senior linebacker's love for the sport.

                Former Baraboo football coach ready for next challenge as athletic director

                Former Baraboo football coach ready for next challenge as athletic director

                The longtime football coach was ready for something different. He found it as Baraboo's new athletic director.

                SAVVY SENIOR: A caregiver’s guide to Medicare

                SAVVY SENIOR: A caregiver’s guide to Medicare

                Dear Savvy Senior,

                3 things to know about Pardeeville football in 2026

                3 things to know about Pardeeville football in 2026

                A preview of the Pardeeville football team's 2026 season.

                7 high school football specialists to know

                7 high school football specialists to know

                Specialists like snappers, kickers, punters and returners are weapons for teams to find an advantage on the scoreboard or field position. Here's seven to know for the 2026 season. 

                3 things to know about Dodgeland football in 2026

                3 things to know about Dodgeland football in 2026

                A preview of the Dodgeland football team's 2026 season.

                 

                5 questions with Wisconsin Dells football's Antonio Gomez

                5 questions with Wisconsin Dells football's Antonio Gomez

                The Chiefs senior skewed away from his older brothers' top sport, baseball, to find his own passion on the football field.

                Davis: 5 intriguing storylines to watch during 2026 high school football season

                Davis: 5 intriguing storylines to watch during 2026 high school football season

                The WiscNews area will be especially interesting this fall when the high school football season kicks off. Here are five intriguing storylines I'll be following.

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