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Columbus Journal

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.

Dodge County OKs borrowing up to $37.5 million for highways, new building

Dodge County OKs borrowing up to $37.5 million for highways, new building

  • Terri Pederson

The plan will not have an immediate financial impact, but several Dodge County Board members shared concerns about borrowing the funds.

5 questions with Sauk Prairie football's Jaxson Martin

5 questions with Sauk Prairie football's Jaxson Martin

  • Sean Davis

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

  • Mark McMullen

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

  • SEAN DAVIS

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

  • Mark McMullen

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

Fond du Lac Sheriff’s Office makes arrest in 1995 cold case homicide

Fond du Lac Sheriff’s Office makes arrest in 1995 cold case homicide

  • Terri Pederson

An 83-year-old Spencer man, formerly from Ripon, was arrested on Friday for allegedly causing the death of his roommate 31 years ago.

Beaver Dam will discuss regulating e-bikes on Monday

Beaver Dam will discuss regulating e-bikes on Monday

    The Beaver Dam City Council will consider an ordinance regulating the use of e-bikes and other electronic mobility devices.

    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.

                At Beaver Dam kids clinic, books are part of the checkup

                At Beaver Dam kids clinic, books are part of the checkup

                Reach Out and Read gives a book at every well-child visit, which are preventative health care checkups for children, up to age 5.

                Senior Menus: Sept. 21-25

                Dodge County Senior Nutrition Program

                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.

                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.

                Dodge County isn’t ready to make a Flock decision

                Dodge County isn’t ready to make a Flock decision

                Dodge County has used Flock cameras for several years, but a resolution would eliminate funding for them in the 2027 budget.

                5 field-stretching passes from around Wisconsin: Week 3 edition

                5 field-stretching passes from around Wisconsin: Week 3 edition

                High school football quarterbacks weren't afraid to air it out in Week 3. Check out five of the longest passes across the state.

                5 highlight touchdowns from around Wisconsin: Week 3 edition

                5 highlight touchdowns from around Wisconsin: Week 3 edition

                Week 3 of the high school football season provided plenty of long scoring plays. Check out these five from around Wisconsin.

                5 momentum-shifting defensive touchdowns from around Wisconsin: Week 3 edition

                5 momentum-shifting defensive touchdowns from around Wisconsin: Week 3 edition

                Defensive backs changed the game with back-breaking interception return touchdowns in Week 3. Check out five of the best from around Wisconsin.

                5 WiscNews area high school girls sports stars of the week: Sept. 16 edition

                5 WiscNews area high school girls sports stars of the week: Sept. 16 edition

                Golf and cross country athletes set personal best during the past week of high school girls sports action. Vote for your favorite performer to be this week's supernova winner. 

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

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

                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.

                Photos: Waupun hosts Poynette in Capitol North Conference girls volleyball game

                Photos: Waupun hosts Poynette in Capitol North Conference girls volleyball game

                The Pumas fought hard, but were swept by the Warriors on Senior Night at Waupun High School. 

                COLUMBUS COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE: Sept. 28-Oct. 2

                Columbus Community Center, 125 N. Dickason Blvd., Columbus. For more information and registration, call 920-623-5918. Hours of operation are from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday-Thursday; 8 a.m. to noon Friday. Fitness room open 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily. cityofcolumbuswi.com.

                Senior Menus: Sept. 28-Oct. 2

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