By KAREN PARKER | County Line Editor I finally got around to watching the movie “Lolita” last weekend. OK, it was made in 1962, and I'm a little behind on pop culture. But for most of my life, I have known that the term "Lolita" was a cultural reference to a sexually...
Classifieds for Jan. 24
EXPERT REPAIR on all makes appliances, microwaves – 4 technicians to serve you. Mitby’s in Cashton, 654-5144. 14uc ____________________________ Computer Repair. Contact Dave Heilman at 608-463-7646 or email dheilman@centurytel.net. New and refurbished...
Senior menus for Jan. 28 to Feb. 1
ONTARIO MEAL SITE Meals are served at the Milk Jug Café, 103 N. Garden St. To make a reservation, call 337-4448. Monday, Jan. 28: Barbecue pork sandwiches on whole-wheat buns, scalloped potatoes, mixed vegetables and pumpkin pie Tuesday, Jan. 29: Hamburgers, French...
‘Dr. Seuss’s Sleep Book’ available at the Norwalk Public Library
By JEANNE RICE | Norwalk librarian The Norwalk Public Library has a new children's picture book, "Dr. Seuss's Sleep Book." ♦ ♦ ♦ The Norwalk-Ontario-Wilton Elementary School Traveling Preschool Playgroup will be at Norwalk Public Library from 10-11:30 a.m. on these...
South Ridge News
By ALICE BRANDAU The coldest time of the winter season is upon us this week, and chimneys are belching out smoke as we try to keep warm. But days are getting a bit longer, and we are on our way to, you got it, spring! Allen Witt, member of St. Matthew's Lutheran...
South Side News
By MYRNA FAUSKA Last week we had our January thaw, and this week we've been plunged into the deep freeze. That's Wisconsin for you. While I hibernate this Monday afternoon, I'll get this column written for your perusal at the end of the week. Over the hill and to...
Civil War program slated for Local History Room
The Monroe County Local History Room will host a Civil War program, “Dakota War Whoop to Rebel Yell: The Trail of the 25th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment in the Civil War,” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 7. Fred Bessler will lead the lecture. Dozens of Monroe...
Discussion on Ontario community garden set for Monday, Jan. 28
By LAURIE ERICKSON | Ontario librarian Join us as we plan the Ontario community garden at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28, at the Ontario Public Library. We will discuss the garden design, programming for different ages and how to share the food. We are excited about the...
St. Paul’s to celebrate Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is celebrated every year around the world. The local celebration will be Saturday, Jan. 26, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Wilton. The breakfast and service begin at 9 a.m. in the church basement. The theme for this year is "What...
54 units collected at Wilton blood drive
Contributed by NALANI BEVER Wilton blood drive organizer Thank you to all who participated in the Wilton blood drive Saturday. Fifty-four units were collected and could potentially help save 162 lives. Barb Ornes of Norwalk became a member of the 5-gallon club....
