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5 WiscNews area high school boys sports stars of the week: May 22 edition

5 WiscNews area high school boys sports stars of the week: May 22 edition

  • Sean Davis

Title-winning track performances and impressive rounds on the golf course highlighted last week's top efforts. Vote for which athlete most stood out to you.

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.

Low-income housing and service organization celebrates 60 years

Low-income housing and service organization celebrates 60 years

  • JOHN GITTINGS

From housing assistance to helping first-time homeowners, the Central Wisconsin Community Action Council has been a go-to for lower income people in five counties since 1966.

Automotion brings hundreds of citations, but reckless driving is down

Automotion brings hundreds of citations, but reckless driving is down

  • JOHN GITTINGS

More than 1,000 owners of cars and trucks at least 30 years old lined the Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park for the 40th annual Automotion Classic Car Show.

Automotion brings hundreds of citations, but reckless driving is down

Automotion brings hundreds of citations, but reckless driving is down

    More than 1,000 owners of cars and trucks at least 30 years old lined the Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park for the 40th annual Automotion Classic Car Show.

    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…

      Workshop on making glass beads offered

        River Arts, Inc., 590 Water St., Prairie du Sac, will host Making Glass Beads with Julie Lukosaitis, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 30. Deadline to register is Tuesday. Cost is $215 plus $35 kit fee.

        REEDSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY: Summer Reading challenges and programs

        REEDSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY: Summer Reading challenges and programs

          Reedsburg Public Library boasts a full schedule with the start of summer reading challenges for all ages, an author talk, and a cookbook club picnic at City Park.

          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

            Electric offensive performances featuring a mix of power and contact headline this week's stars. Cast a vote for you favorite effort.

            Bobfest returns to Spring Green Sunday

              Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St., Spring Green, will host its 29th annual Bobfest from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday in the backyard.

              Wollersheim Winery & Distillery selects the Veterans Care Trust Fund as one of the beneficiaries of its special Red, White & Blue Whiskey release on Friday.

              Wollersheim whiskey release benefits veterans

                Wollersheim Winery & Distillery, 7876 Highway 188, Prairie du Sac, has selected the Veterans Care Trust Fund as one of the beneficiaries of its special Red, White & Blue Whiskey release during the Summer Serenade event from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday.

                GARDENER COLUMN: Poppy: the remembrance flower

                GARDENER COLUMN: Poppy: the remembrance flower

                “…And now the Torch and Poppy Red

                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.

                River Arts on Water Gallery, 590 Water St., Prairie du Sac, will host a summer exhibition celebrating three distinct artistic voices through Aug. 1.

                Opening reception planned for art exhibit

                River Arts on Water Gallery, 590 Water St., Prairie du Sac, will host a summer exhibition celebrating three distinct artistic voices through Aug. 1.

                Sauk Prairie Healthcare Foundation executive director Todd Wuerger demonstrates the biking leg of the upcoming three-month, do-it-yourself fitness challenge, TRYathlon.

                Three-month do-it-yourself TRYathlon returns

                Sauk Prairie Healthcare Foundation will host the return of its three-month TRYathlon that runs June 1-Aug. 31.

                From left, Jasmine Szweda and Elliana Scholler from Baraboo High School’s Interact Club accept a $1,000 donation from Prevail Bank professionals Kristi Anderson, Susan DeVoe, and Tara Mangino on April 29.

                $1K donated to Baraboo High School Interact Club

                Baraboo High School’s Interact Club received $1,000 from Prevail Bank in support of its Food For Kidz program on April 29. The program packs meals for children and families in need; 95,000 meals were packaged this year.

                Kristi Anderson, Prevail Bank, left, presents a $5,000 donation to John Peruzzi, Habitat for Humanity’s director of development, for its Home Repair Heros program on April 28.

                $5K donated to Habitat for Humanity

                Habitat for Humanity of the Wisconsin River Area received $5,000 from Prevail Bank in support of its Home Repair Heros program on April 28. The program fixes houses for veterans, low-income, and disabled homeowners who are struggling to maintain their homes. Services include the installation…

                Kay Radewan, center, an SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Baraboo MRI technologist, has been named the newest recipient of the BEE - Be Exceptional Everyday - Award. She is shown receiving the honor from leaders Shannon Cunningham, left, and Mary LeHam on April 27.

                Baraboo MRI technologist receives BEE Award

                Kay Radewan, an SSM Health St. Clare Hospital-Baraboo MRI technologist, has been named the newest recipient of the BEE - Be Exceptional Everyday - Award on April 27.

                Discover Wisconsin highlights nature, family fun in Wisconsin Dells

                The newest episode, “Nature & Family Fun — Wisconsin Dells,” explores the area’s outdoor adventures, downtown attractions, and family-friendly experiences, airing Saturday and Sunday across local affiliates.

                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.

                Downy

                PETS OF WEEK: Catire and Downy

                Catire is a 7-month-old red heeler mix. “Catire,” pronounced Kah-Tee-Ray, is a Spanish word meaning blonde or fair, fitting his beautiful coat perfectly and then there are those unforgettable eyes - one bright blue and one warm brown. Catire is a gentle, submissive pup who still finds the wo…

                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.

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