Vernon County Museum: Remembering Cheyenne Valley pioneers

By Kristen Parrott | Vernon County Museum curator February is Black History Month and a great time to explore the history of African Americans in Vernon County. Today we’ll take a look at the story of a boy called Danger. Our archives contain several copies of a...

Falcons narrowly defeat Royall in SBC action

The Brookwood girls basketball team defeated Royall 49–47 on Feb. 7. Ruby Muehlenkamp led the Falcons with 29 points, followed by Willow Pasch with 7; Reagan Muehlenkamp, 5; Kelsey Holmquist, 5; and Emily O’Rourke, 3. For Royall, Bria Gruen had 18 points, followed by...

Royall girls fall one point shy in overtime

After being tied at halftime 23-23, the Royall girls steadied the pace throughout the second half with hosting Necedah on February 4. Laya Wainwright maintains possession from a strong defense. (Tasha Mueller photo) Kayla Rick scopes out the open spots for a...

Ridgeville church to offer pizza fundraiser

The sixth annual pizza fundraiser for St. John’s Lutheran Church in Ridgeville begins this week.  Orders will be taken through Sunday, Jan. 26.  Pizzas may be picked up at the church on Saturday, Feb. 1. Pizzas for sale are cheese, sausage, pepperoni, or a...

Vernon County Sheriff’s Report for Jan. 6–11

Several calls were received this week reporting possible brush fires in progress that turned out to be controlled burns being conducted by the property owners.  Most importantly, if you plan to burn brush, we ask that you to call Vernon County Dispatch at...

Wilton Public Library to host events

By Kelly Lupton | Wilton Public Library director The Wilton Public Library will host the following events: • 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 17: Current-Events Discussion Group • 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21: Board-Game Club • 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21: Book Club...

Senior menus for Jan. 20–31

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, Jan. 20: Chicken sandwiches with cheese on whole-grain buns,...

AARP, Monroe County to help with tax preparation

Contributed by the Monroe County ADRC AARP tax volunteers and the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Monroe County are pleased to announce the 2025 tax season dates. The free, confidential service is open to low- to moderate-income residents, with a focus given...

Monroe County offering free radon kits

Contributed by the Monroe County Health Department January is National Radon Action Month. Radon is a natural radioactive gas that you can’t see, smell, or taste but could be present at a dangerous level in your home. Radon is dangerous because it can cause lung...

Royall third graders learn about thankfulness

Royall third-grade students in guidance sessions learned about thankfulness and gratitude. They made a classroom chain that had specific examples of kind things people have done for them. If you see them, ask them what they're thankful for! — Contributed by the Royall...

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