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Columbus Journal

Juneau man repurposes family barn as a little local superstore

Juneau man repurposes family barn as a little local superstore

  • Terri Pederson

Jimz Farmstand opened on May 1 and will have its grand opening celebration on Friday.

Wisconsin Originals: Grammy award winning Al Jarreau has Milwaukee roots

Wisconsin Originals: Grammy award winning Al Jarreau has Milwaukee roots

  • Terri Pederson

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.

Amy Laundrie: Silver maple tree keeps sentry over yard and family

Amy Laundrie: Silver maple tree keeps sentry over yard and family

    Forty-nine years ago, my husband, Frank, of only a few months, and my father dug up a silver maple sapling from the yard of the home where I had spent my teen years. Back in the 1970s, people often planted silver maples for quick shade because the trees can grow three to seven feet a year. W…

    1996: Agnes Grossen and the children of Konkol’s Kids Korner.

    This week in Columbus history

    • Columbus Area Historical Society

    1976

    5 WiscNews area high school softball stars of the week: May 20 edition

    5 WiscNews area high school softball stars of the week: May 20 edition

    • Mark McMullen

    Electric offensive performances featuring a mix of power and contact headline this week's stars. Cast a vote for you favorite effort.

     Former treasurer of Columbus Baseball Organization charged with theft

     Former treasurer of Columbus Baseball Organization charged with theft

    • Terri Pederson

    Paul Corrado, who is charged with two counts of felony theft, made his initial appearance in court on Monday.

    Community dig in Swan Park uncovers Vita Springs hotel foundation

    Community dig in Swan Park uncovers Vita Springs hotel foundation

    • Terri Pederson

    Volunteers who gathered to do archaeological digs Saturday found remnants of a former hotel that was part of an 1800s resort.

    5 WiscNews area high school baseball stars of the week: May 19 edition

    5 WiscNews area high school baseball stars of the week: May 19 edition

      Area baseball teams inched closer to conference titles this past week. Cast a vote for your favorite standout performer.

      Alexis Nelson’s husband, accused of killing her, gets $1 million cash bond

      Alexis Nelson’s husband, accused of killing her, gets $1 million cash bond

        Alexis Nelson last had contact with her family in May 2025, and her husband has been charged with first-degree homicide.

        Horicon High School seniors encouraged to move forward even amid fear

        Horicon High School seniors encouraged to move forward even amid fear

          Horicon High School, one of the first schools in the area to hold graduation this year, graduated 63 students on Saturday.

          Missing Beaver Dam woman’s husband charged with her homicide

          Missing Beaver Dam woman’s husband charged with her homicide

            The husband of a Beaver Dam woman who has been missing for the last year has been charged with her homicide.

            CentralStar scholarship offers 7 $1K scholarships

              CentralStar Cooperative is accepting applications for its 2026 scholarship program, offering up to seven $1,000 scholarships to support students pursuing agriculture-related education. Applications must be submitted by June 1 and are available at https://mycentralstar.com/scholarship.

              5 questions with Waupun senior baseball player Emmett Hull

              5 questions with Waupun senior baseball player Emmett Hull

                The Waupun senior discussed how he got his start in baseball, who his role model is and more. Get to know Emmett Hull.

                Mayberry Farms makes changes following loss of strawberry crop

                Mayberry Farms makes changes following loss of strawberry crop

                  Mayberry Farms, which sits just east of Mayville, lost its crop this year to a soil-borne disease that spread through the root system of the plants.

                  Photos: Portage softball battles Madison Edgewood in "Rhorb's Day" doubleheader

                  Photos: Portage softball battles Madison Edgewood in "Rhorb's Day" doubleheader

                  Photos of the Warriors taking on the Crusaders in a Badger Small Conference game on Friday, May 15 at Kiwanis Field in Portage.

                  Photos: Portage baseball hosts Mount Horeb as part of "Rhorb's Day" doubleheader

                  Photos: Portage baseball hosts Mount Horeb as part of "Rhorb's Day" doubleheader

                  Photos of the Warriors hosting the Vikings in a Badger Small Conference game on Friday, May 15 at Bidwell Field in Portage.

                  Public invited to join in archaeology dig in Swan Park

                  Public invited to join in archaeology dig in Swan Park

                  The land was a favorite spot for Native American tribes prior to Dr. George Swan’s design of Vita Park on the land in the 1880s.

                  COLUMBUS COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE: May 18-24

                  Columbus Community Center Activities

                  Dodge County Senior Menus: May 18-22

                  Dodge County Senior Nutrition Program

                  5 WiscNews area high school boys sports stars of the week: May 15 edition

                  5 WiscNews area high school boys sports stars of the week: May 15 edition

                  Personal bests on the track and golf course, as well as a tennis hot streak, highlighted last week's top efforts. Vote for which athlete most stood out to you.

                  Charges dismissed against Waupun Correctional nurse

                  Charges dismissed against Waupun Correctional nurse

                  Gwendolyn Vick’s charges stemmed from the death of Cameron Williams, who died of a stroke while in his cell on Oct. 29 or 30, 2023.

                  SAVVY SENIOR: Still working at 65? Here’s how to handle Medicare

                  SAVVY SENIOR: Still working at 65? Here’s how to handle Medicare

                  Dear Savvy Senior,

                  5 questions with Waupun senior baseball player Logan Prall

                  5 questions with Waupun senior baseball player Logan Prall

                  Waupun senior Logan Prall discusses baseball, his favorite sport and his role model in this five-question video interview.

                  When area high schools will hold their graduation ceremonies

                  When area high schools will hold their graduation ceremonies

                  The earliest ceremonies start this Saturday.

                  Amy Laundrie: Sauk County quilter Jean Brew brings history to life

                  Amy Laundrie: Sauk County quilter Jean Brew brings history to life

                  Like the quilts displayed in her home, Jean Brew’s life is a tapestry of stories, carefully stitched, lovingly preserved and meant to be passed down.

                  Beaver Dam Library is back in place and preparing for the opening

                  Beaver Dam Library is back in place and preparing for the opening

                  Beaver Dam Community Library will be opening on Monday in its renovated space after completing a month-long move from its temporary home.

                  5 WiscNews area high school softball stars of the week: May 13 edition

                  5 WiscNews area high school softball stars of the week: May 13 edition

                  Some big batting performances and one pitcher reaches a milestone highlight this week's supernova voting. Vote for your favorite performance as the winner.

                  5 WiscNews area high school baseball stars of the week: May 12 edition

                  5 WiscNews area high school baseball stars of the week: May 12 edition

                  Area catchers showcased their offensive importance during recent high school baseball outings. Vote for your favorite standout performer to earn this week's supernova title.  

                   

                  Portage alum eager for 'opportunity to carry that torch' as interim boys basketball coach

                  Portage alum eager for 'opportunity to carry that torch' as interim boys basketball coach

                  The 2004 Portage grad and former University of North Dakota men's basketball standout is excited to help the Warriors program return to its winning ways. 

                  COLUMBUS COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE: May 25-31

                  Columbus Community Center Activities

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