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Portage News

SAVVY SENIOR: Senior travel discounts: How to save on your next trip

SAVVY SENIOR: Senior travel discounts: How to save on your next trip

  • JIM MILLER

Dear Savvy Senior,

Portage tech student welding project eases brush fire management in Endeavor

Portage tech student welding project eases brush fire management in Endeavor

  • JOHN GITTINGS

Nick Murphy, a DeForest resident and construction business owner, led an effort to weld a customized hose spool that the Endeavor-Moundville Fire Department requested from MATC’s Portage campus.

Baraboo may switch parking software, but there are data concerns

Baraboo may switch parking software, but there are data concerns

  • JOHN GITTINGS

The new software would cost less than the former and pass some costs onto violators.

Man, 18, shot near Wisconsin Dells early Tuesday

Man, 18, shot near Wisconsin Dells early Tuesday

  • JOHN GITTINGS

Adams County Sheriff’s Office received multiple reports of a man being shot at a party around 12:15 a.m.

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…

    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.

    GARDENER COLUMN: Poppy: the remembrance flower

    GARDENER COLUMN: Poppy: the remembrance flower

    • SAUK COUNTY GARDENER Jeannie Manis Sauk County Master Gardeners Association

    “…And now the Torch and Poppy Red

    GARDENER COLUMN: Poppy: the remembrance flower

    GARDENER COLUMN: Poppy: the remembrance flower

      “…And now the Torch and Poppy Red

      Vera

      PETS OF WEEK: Milo and Vera

        Milo is a 9-month-old Maltese/poodle/mix. He’s a sweet, cuddly little dog with a big personality and an even bigger heart. He’s social, friendly, and loves meeting new people. Milo can be a bit dog selective, but once he finds the right buddy, he becomes a playful, happy companion who enjoys…

        Museum at the Portage unveils new exhibits as it celebrates 30 years

        Museum at the Portage unveils new exhibits as it celebrates 30 years

          Military and America 250 exhibits are new at the former library site and home of Portage novelist Zona Gale.

          Wilderness waterpark in the Dells is getting a big revamp

          Wilderness waterpark in the Dells is getting a big revamp

            A new slide, updated kiddie pool and improvements to two restaurants are among the changes.

            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.

              Circus World offers veterans, their families free admission

                Circus World Museum, 550 Water St., Baraboo, welcomes all veterans, active-duty personnel, reservists and their families to receive free admission from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday to celebrate Military Service Day.

                Sun Prairie man dies in Columbia County motorcycle crash

                Sun Prairie man dies in Columbia County motorcycle crash

                  The 71-year-old died from injuries at the scene.

                  Linda Krueger, Aspirus Health representative, presents a $10,000 donation to Portage High School teacher and FFA advisor Emma Huber and the FFA officer team to support the greenhouse Project, according to a May 14 release.

                  Aspirus Health donates $10K to support Portage FFA Greenhouse Project

                  The Portage FFA Greenhouse Project received a $10,000 donation from Aspirus Health in support of expanding hands-on agricultural education opportunities for local students, according to a May 14 release.

                  The final spring session of Portage Center for the Arts’ monthly Brown Bag Series will discuss the art of felting.

                  Felting tutorial planned as next Brown Bag session

                  Portage Center for the Arts, 301 E. Cook St., will host its next monthly Brown Bag Series at noon May 28 concluding the spring sessions. Artist Kimberly Strittmater will hold a felting tutorial where participants will learn more about this versatile fiber art. Bring your questions about mate…

                  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.

                  PCA hosts open casting call for auditions

                  Portage Center for the Arts will hold an open casting call for the Zona Gale Young People's Theatre August 2026 Production of “Newsies the Musical” from 5:30-8:30 p.m. June 1-2 at Portage High School, 301 E. Collins St.; participants do not need to be present both nights. Callbacks, if neede…

                  Students learn hands on with volunteer Mary Ellen Miller at a past Kids’ Backpack Workshop at Historic Indian Agency House.

                  ‘A Stroll Through Time’ at Historic Indian Agency House

                  Historic Indian Agency House will host three free special events from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 6 at 1490 Agency House Road, Portage. Visitors will gain a birds-eye view of the big picture of history from Indigenous beginnings through the present day. The general public is invited to pick up a …

                  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.

                  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.

                  Prairie du Sac man, 80, accused of killing wife thought she was tracking him, complaint says

                  Prairie du Sac man, 80, accused of killing wife thought she was tracking him, complaint says

                  The Prairie du Sac man, 80, said the victim was “the creature posing as his wife” for more than 50 years, according to the criminal complaint.

                  Dells strawberry farm hit hard by frost, one other spared

                  Dells strawberry farm hit hard by frost, one other spared

                  A spring that started with early warmth followed by several days of frost advisories has been tough on southern Wisconsin farmers.

                  Agrace to host golf outing

                  Agrace, a local, nonprofit health care organization, will host the 11th annual “A Round with Agrace” fundraiser Thursday, July 9 at Trappers Turn Golf Club in Wisconsin Dells. The day includes 18 holes of golf, a putting contest, on-course games, a silent auction and post-golf happy hour. Do…

                  Madison College Reedsburg recognized its spring 2026 associate degree nursing – registered nurse - graduates at a May 14 pinning ceremony. The ceremony honored 19 area graduates.

                  Madison College honors nursing graduates

                  Madison College Reedsburg recognized its spring 2026 associate degree nursing – registered nurse - graduates at a May 14 pinning ceremony.

                  PACF accepting grant applications

                  The Portage Area Community Fund is offering grants up to $1,000 to support projects that enhance quality of life in the greater Portage area. Any 501(c)(3) serving the Portage School District is encouraged to apply by the Aug. 31 deadline. From youth programs to parks, culture, and community…

                  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.

                  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.

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