By Tim Vetscher
In any community, the role of the medical examiner is vital.
Medical examiners — or coroners, in … Read the rest
Harold “Buzz” Jensen
Harold “Buzz” Jensen, 82, of Elroy, Wis., passed away on Monday, April 28, 2025, at the Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center … Read the rest
Royall hosts home track invite
Track and field athletes competed in the Gerard Brunner Track Invitational held at Royall on April 24. Brookwood's Katherine McElhose throws in the girls shot put, extending at 25'10.50." (Tasha Mueller photo) Royall's Adonu Ingraham clears the 5'4" bar in the boys...
Classifieds for May 1
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Senior menus for May 5–9
Kendall and Norwalk meal sites Call 463-7622 (Kendall) or 343-3158 (Norwalk) by noon one day before to reserve a meal. Suggested donation is $4 per meal. One-percent milk is served with each meal. Monday, May 5: Orange chicken, Asian vegetables, rice, spring...
‘We Take Our Sports Seriously’ history walk set for May 30
Contributed by the Vernon County Museum The Wisconsin Historical Society has brought its traveling History Makers Tour to Vernon County, and the historic Sherry-Butt House Museum in Viroqua is a participating host. The Sherry-Butt House is hosting the “We Take...
Ontario Public Library homeschool group meets Friday
By Rachel Conner | Ontario Public Library director Happy May! It’s First-Friday Homeschool Family Friday on May 2 from 2–4 p.m. Come gather with friends, meet new friends, and find resources. Games and toys are available! Book Share, the book club for independent...
Wilton Public Library to host programs
By Kelly Lupton | Wilton Public Library director The Wilton Public Library will host the following events: • 10 a.m. Friday, May 2: Current-Events Discussion Group • 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 6: Board-Game Club • 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 6: Book Club for Adults with...
Seeing Stars: The oldest astronaut
By Susan Cushing | Kickapoo Dark-Sky Initiative On Sunday, April 20, Don Pettit returned to earth after seven months in space on the International Space Station. He turned 70 years old as he hurtled toward earth in a tiny metal capsule, slowed by an enormous...
Softball and baseball teams govern season competition
Royall hosted Brookwood on April 21 in both baseball and softball competition. Royall's Ben Crneckey extends for a ground out over Camden Brueggeman. (Tasha Mueller photo) Braeden Pasch watches for a fast pitch, gaining a walk in the seventh inning. Royall's Jett...
