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Rep. Alex Dallman was awarded the 2025-26 Friend of the Towns Award by the Wisconsin Towns Association in recognition of his efforts supporting town government, according to a July 19 release.
Milo is a 2-year-old rat terrier with a whole lot of personality packed into his 18-pound frame. He came to the shelter after his owner could no longer care for him due to health issues, and now he's ready for a fresh start. Milo is smart, eager to learn, and happiest when he's spending time…
Making essential health resources easier to access — whenever they’re needed — is at the heart of a new initiative from Sauk Prairie Healthcare and Public Health Sauk County. A Public Health Vending Machine has been installed in the Sauk Prairie Hospital Emergency Department vestibule, provi…
Right before my granddaughter Maria's wedding, her sister Vanessa handed me a beautifully embroidered handkerchief and said the bride wanted me to have it. As she hurried off to deliver others, I smiled at the thoughtfulness of the gift. It wasn't simply a hanky. It was Maria's way of acknow…
- SAUK COUNTY GARDENER Jeannie Manis Sauk County Master Gardeners Association
“A late summer garden has a tranquility found no other time of the year.” — William F. Longgood
- JIM MILLER
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Sauk Prairie Healthcare plastic surgeon Dr. Rosaline Reynolds will offer a free webinar at 6 p.m. July 22 to discuss the benefits of body contouring after weight loss. During this session, she will review why excess skin occurs and how it can impact comfort, health, and confidence; when you …
The Wisconsin Dells FFA Chapter was named the state winner of the 2026 National Chapter Award at the 97th Wisconsin FFA Convention held June 15-18. The Wisconsin Dells FFA advisors are Nathaniel Nolden and Alexis Nolden. This program recognizes the chapters for their overall Program of Activ…
Odin is a 1-year-old Siberian husky mix who came to the shelter as a stray and is ready to find a home of his own. Like many young huskies, he's active, curious, and enjoys being outside. He already walks very well on a leash and is eager to keep learning with a family that can provide struc…
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The small, unincorporated village of Witwen is located about eight miles west of Sauk City. It was settled in 1856 by the Witwen brothers, who diverted a branch of Honey Creek and built a dam to power their flour and feed mill. The dam created a large pond that provided water power to facili…
State Rep. Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) has been honored by the Wisconsin Counties Association with a “WCA Outstanding Legislator Award” on July 6 for his work on behalf of county government during the 2025-2026 Legislative Session.
I love walking Sunnie, our eight-month-old Goldendoodle, off leash on nature trails or through the woods. There's something joyful about watching a happy dog bound through ferns, splash through a stream and investigate every fascinating smell nature has to offer. Sunnie runs with floppy ears…
The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Sauk County will hold a free presentation, “I’m Medicare Eligible/Turning 65: Now What?” at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday in Room B24 at the Sauk County West Square Building, 505 Broadway, Baraboo. The presentation is tailored to people considering retiremen…
State Sen. Sarah Keyeski, D-Lodi, was honored by the Wisconsin Counties Association with a “WCA Outstanding Legislator Award” for her work on behalf of county government during the 2025-2026 Legislative Session, according to a June 30 release.
Tucker is a 1-year-old terrier/pit bull mix who's looking for an active family to keep up with him. At 64 pounds, he's full of energy, loves being around people, and is always ready to head out on his next adventure. Like many young dogs, Tucker is still learning his manners and can get a li…
One of the state's top-10 recruits in the 2028 class shares where he's at in the recruiting process now that it is officially underway.
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, I find myself imagining an unusual lunch guest.
The outgoing AD is proud of the renewed spirit, connections and increased number of opportunities he was able to foster in six years on the job.
While Juan Ponce de León spent his life searching for the fountain of youth, Betty Heller-Hobbs seems to have found it right here in Wisconsin Dells. At 93, her eyes still sparkle with mischief and curiosity. When my husband and I visited her condo overlooking Lake Delton, everywhere we look…
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At the June 17 Sauk Prairie Optimist Club meeting, Ben and Jen Wood shared information about their work with ZOE International, a Christian organization dedicated to spreading the Gospel and combating human trafficking.
The Wisconsin Dells FFA Chapter was named the state winner of the 2026 National Chapter Award at the 97th Wisconsin FFA Convention held June 15-18. The Wisconsin Dells FFA advisors are Nathaniel Nolden and Alexis Nolden. This program recognizes the chapters for their overall Program of Activ…
The Lone Rock native is returning home for the second time, now as the new leader of the Badgers athletic department. Get to know Shawn Eichorst.
McFarland senior Jaylah Moore vowed the Spartans would return to state and win a championship. She made good on that promise during a remarkable spring in net.
A collection of photos of Shawn Eichorst through the years. He reportedly will be Wisconsin's next athletic director.
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