The funds are a part of a 2021 program seeking to create detailed maps of school facilities, providing administrators and first responders with a digital version of each building’s layout to reference in emergency situations.
The Drury Gallery at Portage Center for the Arts, 301 E. Cook St., Portage, will host PCA's annual Local Artist Showcase from 1-6 p.m. Wednesday-Friday and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday through Dec. 30.
On National Special Education Day, area schools are providing support and care to local special education students.
Amid new Republican control of the U.S. House of Representatives achieved earlier this month, all eyes are fixed on Georgia, and the results of the Senate runoff election next Tuesday. That race will determine whether Democrats have a 51-49 majority, or whether we’ll stay at the current 50-5…
The apple muffins I made tasted “off.” I’d spent long minutes hunting up muffin tins and paper baking cups—I seldom bake. I have had plenty of baking failures because I’ve only guessed at amounts, so this time I measured the flour, sunflower seeds, baking soda, orange rind, oil, and molasses…
The Portage Common Council has approved the preliminary plans for the largest subdivision in recent history and the project has been praised by city officials as an opportunity to grow the city.
The Portage Common Council has approved the preliminary plans for the largest subdivision in recent history and the project has been praised by city officials as an opportunity to grow the city.
A public defender was appointed Tuesday for a Sauk City man accused of falsely claiming to police that men had broken into his home in an effort to cover up his abusive behavior toward a woman.
Portage Community School District's world language teachers are eager to give the world to students, through instruction, exchange programs, and fun.
Formed in Summer of 2022, the Pardeeville Area Community Enrichment (PACE) Foundation seeks to make improvements throughout the Pardeeville community.
Reedsburg returns a strong tandem from last year's state qualifying team, while Waupun's standout is back after a stellar state debut.
Morticia is a 4-month-oldblack-mouth/hound puppy. She seems kind, loveable and just and easy-going girl. She loves attention and to snuggle. Morticia will most likely be a large dog when fully grown.
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A Pewaukee woman allegedly called 911 because her car had run out of gas in Arlington and when officers arrived, they found heroin and methamphetamine in the car. She told officers the car was “hacked” and that was why there were heavily taped spots in the car.
A man has been charged with OWI fifth offense in Columbia County following a traffic stop in Wisconsin Dells and refused to take field sobriety tests.
A phone number popped up in my Facebook feed and I called it. That’s not something I would ordinarily do. In fact, never. But I dialed and was greeted by children offering encouraging messages. Shout out to the friend who posted it.
MADISON — State Sen. Joan Ballweg (R-Markesan) received the “Friend of Grocers” award on Nov. 29 from the Wisconsin Grocers Association.
Licenses revoked for area wholesale dealers
PLATTEVILLE — On Nov. 28, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection and University of Wisconsin-Platteville announced the “Beginning a Career in the Meat Industry” programming, a half-day course designed for college and high school students who want to learn more…
Sauk Prairie coach Amy Schlimgen and senior Annika Braund earn area's Coach of the Year and Player of the Year honors.
Centennial goal-scoring career nets Baraboo's Johan Lopez area Player of the Year honors. Ernesto Arias garners Coach of the Year recognition after leading Wisconsin Dells to first-ever state appearance.
Prolonging the time until the day she might know how long she will spend in prison for the shooting death of a Westfield man, Amber M. Lundgren appeared in court Monday to ask to perform a presentence investigation alternative to the one completed by the prosecutors.
About one million Americans could be using meth, according to the National Institute of Drug Abuse. Sauk County residents aren't immune. On National Meth Awareness Day, Sauk County agencies are eager to help those in need.
The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign is back in full swing in Columbia County at area stores. The donations received during the campaign stay in Columbia County to help people with a number of resources.