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Portage News

Escaped Huber inmate wanted in Columbia County

Escaped Huber inmate wanted in Columbia County

  • John Gittings | WiscNews

The man did not return to the Columbia County Huber Center after work Tuesday.

'Water for Elephants' cast visits Circus World during tour

'Water for Elephants' cast visits Circus World during tour

  • John Gittings | WiscNews

The crew was inspired by the museum’s 1930s-era circus collection and attended a Big Top show on Wednesday morning.

Baraboo native brings solo interactive comedy show to Al. Ringling

Baraboo native brings solo interactive comedy show to Al. Ringling

  • John Gittings | WiscNews

The show highlights the performer’s twists and turns in her quest to become an actress.

Victim identified in Columbia County SUV-motorcycle crash

Victim identified in Columbia County SUV-motorcycle crash

  • John Gittings | WiscNews

The SUV was driving in the wrong direction on Highway J at the time of the crash, authorities said.

From front, left, Maisy Bayer, Emersyn Thompson, Liam Briones; middle row, Yazmin Lopez, Soar supervisor; Tower Rock principal Kelly Petrowski; back row, Sauk Prairie Lions Club president Leon Mindham on June 4.

$3K donated to after school program

    On June 4, Sauk Prairie Lion Jerry Fiene presented a $3,000 donation to Kelly Petrowski, Tower Rock School principal, to help with the Soar Program, an after school enrichment and care program that provides students with a safe, structured environment to build, create and explore.

    MacKenzie Center may lose wildlife exhibit this decade

    MacKenzie Center may lose wildlife exhibit this decade

    • John Gittings | WiscNews

    Limited funding over the past decade has caused the exhibit’s population to dwindle.

    Father of Baraboo climber who died at Devil’s Lake State Park thanks community for ‘overwhelming’ support

    Father of Baraboo climber who died at Devil’s Lake State Park thanks community for ‘overwhelming’ support

    • John Gittings | WiscNews

    Audrie Pelosi’s memorial service was unable to accommodate everyone who wanted to attend, Paul Pelosi said.

    MacKenzie Center may lose wildlife exhibit this decade

    MacKenzie Center may lose wildlife exhibit this decade

      Limited funding over the past decade has caused the exhibit’s population to dwindle.

      Father of Baraboo climber who died at Devil’s Lake State Park thanks community for ‘overwhelming’ support

      Father of Baraboo climber who died at Devil’s Lake State Park thanks community for ‘overwhelming’ support

        Audrie Pelosi’s memorial service was unable to accommodate everyone who wanted to attend, Paul Pelosi said.

        Photos: Waupun, Kenosha St. Joseph face off in a Division 2 baseball state semifinal

        Photos: Waupun, Kenosha St. Joseph face off in a Division 2 baseball state semifinal

          A collection of photos from the state semifinal showdown between the Warriors and Lancers. Waupun couldn't hold off St. Joseph in a 5-3 loss Wednesday in Grand Chute.

          St. Joseph baseball powers ahead early, tacks on late in state semifinal win over Waupun

          St. Joseph baseball powers ahead early, tacks on late in state semifinal win over Waupun

            An early home run gave the Lancers all the momentum they needed to push past the Warriors in Division 2 action at the WIAA state baseball tournament in Grand Chute. 

            Amy Laundrie: Connecting with butterflies inspires conservation

            Amy Laundrie: Connecting with butterflies inspires conservation

              It was a cool morning, and I happily stepped inside the warm, humid butterfly house off Highway H in the Dells. A yellow swallowtail flew toward me while other butterflies flitted about as a worker set out fresh banana and watermelon slices.

              Columbia County MOO-DAY Brunch is Saturday

                The Columbia County MOO-DAY Brunch, hosted by the Rob and Jenny Baerwolf, will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Baerwolf Farm, W3220 Bristol Road, Columbus.

                SAVVY SENIOR: How to save on prescription eyeglasses

                SAVVY SENIOR: How to save on prescription eyeglasses

                  Dear Savvy Senior,

                  Aspirus Divine Savior Emergency Department achieves Level IV Trauma Care Facility classification.

                  Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital achieves Level IV Trauma Cate Facility classification

                  Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital in Portage has achieved its Level IV Trauma Care Facility classification following an onsite review by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, according to a June 16 release. The state trauma team evaluated the hospital’s trauma processes, documentation, t…

                  From left, Jim Hepp, representing Didion, presents a $5,000 scholarship to Ginger Austin with her parents Matt and Karen Austin at the Markesan High School awards night on May 13.

                  Didion Foundation Awards 3 scholarships

                  The Didion Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Didion Inc in Cambria, has awarded $12,500 in scholarships to three students, recognizing academic achievement, leadership, character and future potential.

                  Brenda and Shirley Scherbert at the potato workshop held on June 8.

                  Church group offers pizza pocket workshop

                  The Briggsville and Moundville United Methodist churches group, Friends in the Pantry, is an outreach ministry started in April 2025. The group hosts a few workshops each month based around food, 23 so far.

                  Niklaus

                  PETS OF WEEK: Niklaus and Champagne

                  Niklaus is a 2 ½-month-old pup as sweet as they come. He loves attention, is wonderfully social, and brings a playful energy everywhere he goes. Toys, treats, pets, cuddle time — Niklaus is here for all of it. He’s the kind of dog who makes you smile without even trying. Niklaus was surrende…

                  Baraboo’s annual Big Top Parade celebrates America’s 250th

                  Baraboo’s annual Big Top Parade celebrates America’s 250th

                  Bands and local music groups performed patriotic songs and were decked out in American flag gear on Saturday morning.

                  Flag retirement ceremony planned for Saturday

                  The Wau Bun Chapter of the National Daughters of the American Revolution and the Cleary-Krech Post 1707 Veterans of Foreign Wars in Portage will host and perform the solemn and dignified ceremony used to properly retire a worn, tattered, or faded U.S. flag at 1 p.m. Saturday at Fort Winnebag…

                  GARDENER COLUMN: Growing and caring for peonies

                  GARDENER COLUMN: Growing and caring for peonies

                  "Peonies are a gift from the heavens above... ruffled petals that look like they belong on a ball gown? Absolute perfection." - Heather Webber

                  Archaeologist Judy Crook, front right, helps supervise a test unit at the 2025 archaeology dig at the Historic Indian Agency House.

                  Public can investigate buried history with archaeologists

                  Historic Indian Agency House, 1490 Agency House Road, Portage, welcomes adults and children ages 5 and older, accompanied by a responsible adult, to investigate the buried past with professional archaeologists from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today and Sunday and June 20-21.

                  Using a dugout canoe, voyagers paddle in the wake of their ancestors

                  Using a dugout canoe, voyagers paddle in the wake of their ancestors

                  Members of the Ho-Chunk Nation traveled four rivers in five days to go from Portage to Harpers Ferry, Iowa.

                  Mid-week storms cause some property damage but no injuries

                  Mid-week storms cause some property damage but no injuries

                  Baraboo and Portage crews spent extra time clearing debris from streets after high winds.

                  Photos: Lodi falls to La Crosse Aquinas in girls soccer sectional semifinal

                  Photos: Lodi falls to La Crosse Aquinas in girls soccer sectional semifinal

                  The La Crosse Aquinas girls soccer team defeated Lodi in penalty kicks in a Division 4 sectional semifinal Thursday at Logan. The score was 2-2 after overtime. Aquinas won the shootout 3-2.

                  Columbia County Senior Menus: June 15-19

                  Columbia County Senior Menu

                  Jessica Quamme is first woman to serve as Lodi’s police chief

                  Jessica Quamme is first woman to serve as Lodi’s police chief

                  The new chief was also the first woman to become a sergeant in Middleton.

                  ACEC gives guidance on reporting power outages, staying safe

                  Adams-Columbia Electric Cooperative does its best to provide safe, reliable energy for its members, but sometimes mother nature brings major storms to the area that are out of anyone’s control.

                  Portage High School Honor Roll term 3

                  Grade 9

                  Rotational grazing gains ground as Wisconsin farmers target runoff and erosion

                  Rotational grazing gains ground as Wisconsin farmers target runoff and erosion

                  Sauk County has converted nearly 6,500 acres to rotational grazing since 2017, while Juneau County has about 1,000 acres of rotational grazing land and seven new projects scheduled this year.

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