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Portage News

Few know Wisconsin Dells as well as these two

Few know Wisconsin Dells as well as these two

  • John Gittings | WiscNews

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.

Ernest

PETS OF WEEK: Shuffle and Ernest

    Shuffle is a 3-month-old Australian cattle dog/beagle mix. He is a playful, social little guy who loves everyone he meets. He’s the perfect blend of fun energy and sweet cuddles — always ready for a game, and just as happy to curl up in your lap afterward. With his friendly personality and g…

    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

    • Nile McNair

    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: Waupun hosts Poynette in Capitol North Conference girls volleyball game

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

    • Mark McMullen

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

    Man convicted of dealing heroin near Sauk County private school

    Man convicted of dealing heroin near Sauk County private school

    • John Gittings | WiscNews

    The maximum sentence in the case is 31 years and 3 months, which would include 22 years and three months of incarceration and nine years of extended supervision.

    The Galena Living History Society will bring history to life with cameos of people related to the site’s 1832 history. Living History demonstrator Don Mason presents at a past Historic Indian Agency House event.

    Living History returns to Agency House

      Step into the 19th century as history comes to life Saturday at the Historic Indian Agency House, 1490 Agency House Road, Portage. The Galena Living History Society will present a living history experience depicting people involved in the historic site’s big picture story. Admission to the e…

      Caravan Ensemble members, from left, Greg Smith, clarinet, saxophone, auxiliary percussion; Christo Ruppenthal, acoustic guitar; Scott Hlavenka, acoustic guitar; and Kevin Tipple, upright bass; perform at Portage Center for the Arts on Saturday.

      Caravan Ensemble returns to PCA for concert

        Portage Center for the Arts, 301 E. Cook St., Portage, welcomes the Caravan Ensemble at 7 p.m. Saturday to the Culver's Stage in the Zona Gale Theatre as part of its Performing Arts Concert Series.

        Church Services 9/19/26

          To add new churches or change information, email bnr-news@wiscnews.com, pdr-news@wiscnews.com, wde-news@wiscnews.com or  to receive a fillable pdf form; deadline for changes is 1 p.m. Monday. No changes will be accepted via phone. All updates must be made through the fillable form.

          Baraboo Cash Store thief gets 20 years, as DA credits Flock cameras

          Baraboo Cash Store thief gets 20 years, as DA credits Flock cameras

            The man was arrested in October, more than seven months after he stole almost $4,600 from the Cash Store on Feb. 27, 2025.

            Senior Menus: Sept. 28-Oct. 2

              Columbia County

              Sauk Prairie police ending Flock contract

              Sauk Prairie police ending Flock contract

                The UW-Madison Police lieutenant plans to discontinue the county’s cameras if elected sheriff.

                Flyte farm stands keep central Wisconsin flush with fresh produce

                Flyte farm stands keep central Wisconsin flush with fresh produce

                  A Coloma-based farm runs produce stands in Portage, Baraboo, Madison and throughout central Wisconsin.

                  5 WiscNews high school football stars from Week 4

                  5 WiscNews high school football stars from Week 4

                    A couple linemen, running backs and a quarterback highlight this week's supernova voting. Vote for your favorite here. 

                    5 questions with Randolph volleyball senior Madison Randall

                    5 questions with Randolph volleyball senior Madison Randall

                      Madison Randall answered questions about her favorites. Get to know the Randolph senior here. 

                      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.

                      What did you miss in Week 4? Insider's guide to WiscNews area high school football

                      What did you miss in Week 4? Insider's guide to WiscNews area high school football

                      One team saw its first blemish of the season while another area team stunned a previously unbeaten team. A breakdown of the action in Week 4. 

                      Southcentral Wisconsin farm will provide the official White House Christmas tree

                      Southcentral Wisconsin farm will provide the official White House Christmas tree

                      White House staff will pick out the tree in the morning on Sept. 21 from the farm near Endeavor.

                      Sophomore workhorse leads Reedsburg football to conference victory over Onalaska

                      Sophomore workhorse leads Reedsburg football to conference victory over Onalaska

                      A healthy dose of power and shiftiness by Reedsburg's running back led the way for the Beavers top the Hilltoppers.

                      Photos: Reedsburg football hosts Onalaska in MVC game

                      Photos: Reedsburg football hosts Onalaska in MVC game

                      Scenes from Friday's matchup between Reedsburg and Onalaska in Week 4 action.

                      ‘I stutter and I do better’: Beaver Dam football junior finds confidence in speaking

                      ‘I stutter and I do better’: Beaver Dam football junior finds confidence in speaking

                      A self-described introvert, the Beaver Dam starting kicker keeps stepping beyond his “introvert bubble” in class, at competitions and on the football field.

                       

                      Baraboo, Portage group restores veterans’ gravestones to mark 9/11

                      Baraboo, Portage group restores veterans’ gravestones to mark 9/11

                      The volunteer effort was one of three Habitat for Humanity Wisconsin River Area 9/11 25th anniversary initiatives.

                      5 WiscNews area high school boys sports stars of the week: Sept. 11 edition

                      5 WiscNews area high school boys sports stars of the week: Sept. 11 edition

                      Hat tricks and a game-changing turnover, plus top-two finishes on the course highlighted last week's action. Vote for which athlete most stood out to you.

                      Baraboo man sentenced to 9 years for fentanyl distribution

                      Baraboo man sentenced to 9 years for fentanyl distribution

                      The 42-year-old was sentenced for possessing more than 40 grams.

                      Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital recognized for pneumonia care

                      Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital and Clinics has been recognized as a high performing hospital in pneumonia care in the 2026-2027 U.S. News and World Report Best Hospitals rankings, according to a Sept. 9 release.

                      Aspirus Divine Savior launches new cancer support group

                      Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital will launch a new Cancer Support Group from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Sept. 22 in the lower level Conference Room A, Entrance A, 2817 New Pinery Road, Portage. The group is designed to provide connection, education, and emotional support for individuals navigating cancer.

                      5 WiscNews area high school girls volleyball stars of the week: Sept. 10 edition

                      5 WiscNews area high school girls volleyball stars of the week: Sept. 10 edition

                      A career record broken along with some great offensive and defensive performances highlight this week's girls volleyball 5 stars. Vote for your favorite performance. 

                      5 questions with Randolph volleyball's ace machine Tessa Reed

                      5 questions with Randolph volleyball's ace machine Tessa Reed

                      Randolph senior Tessa Reed wasted little time setting a school record this fall, flying to the top of the aces leaderboard. WiscNews caught up with Reed after her impressive start.

                      Chanel

                      PETS OF WEEK: Jimmy and Chanel

                      Jimmy is a 3.5-year-old bulldog mix. He is smart, stubborn, and a little bullheaded, but if you've ever loved a bulldog, you know that's part of the charm. He isn't the best match for a first-time dog owner, but for someone with bulldog or strong-breed experience, he's an incredible companio…

                      Sauk County debuts K-9 golf fundraiser as Portage’s marks a decade

                      Sauk County debuts K-9 golf fundraiser as Portage’s marks a decade

                      The Portage fundraiser has been held for a decade and raises $10,000 to $12,000 annually, the police chief said.

                      5 WiscNews high school football stars from Week 3

                      5 WiscNews high school football stars from Week 3

                      Quarterbacks showed out across the board and players stepped up in new roles in Week 3. Vote for your favorite star here.

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