Wilton village officials need to grasp a better understanding of press’s role
In troubled times like these, we can look back in history to John Peter Zenger. Never heard of him?
Banning books, ideas is fruitless
Hang out in the newspaper business long enough, you’ll conclude there really is nothing new under the sun.
Ted Radde had remarkable patience with newbies
By the time my mother died at 93, she had outlived her husband, her six siblings, and nearly everyone else she knew. Who of us doesn’t hope for a long and healthy life, but how few of us are prepared to be the last man standing?
Extra
Two arrested for possession of meth, 25 firearms near Ontario
Celebrating 125 years: Kendall hosts bash marking anniversary of village’s formation (photo gallery)
Monroe County remains in high-risk category
Update: Monroe County changes County Highway M closure date to Sept. 23
Book review: ‘All the Devils Are Here’ by Louise Penny
Archives
When does someone’s liberty cancel out another’s?
August 13th, 2021by County Line
So, if you happen to have a few dimes left after staggering through the grocery store and surviving the usual sticker shock, you might want to roll up the change and send it off to Parents Rights in Education.
Elroy woman’s book describes Norway’s advantages
July 15th, 2021by County Line
It’s not exactly a book you would grab off the shelf. It has no colorful dust jacket, but instead simple, green, leather binding. The back hinge is coming loose from the spine, and it appears from the inside that the last time it left the Elroy Public Library was 1956.
Zoom board meetings help promote transparency
June 16th, 2021by County Line
I live in a deep hole in the Kickapoo Valley and cannot get cell service, making me possibly one of the last people in the world who do not own cell phones.
Dairy breakfasts have seen changes
June 9th, 2021by County Line
It’s been about a year and a half since auctioneer Bob Brandau of rural Wilton departed this life and now is presumably pitting one bidder against another in heaven, where enthusiastic buyers with good checks or cash never end.
What’s the future of our food distribution system?
May 27th, 2021by County Line
After about the 10th trip through at least five different stores, it occurred to me that I was not going to find lids for canning jars.
Why are we suspicious of vaccines?
May 19th, 2021by County Line
Not long ago, I stamped my dainty little foot at the doctor at Mayo Clinic.
Could the Ontario Community Hall have been saved?
May 13th, 2021by County Line
As we know, the Irish often are considered the best of the best as poets and song writers. That may be why folks flock to Branson not only for country music, but also for a Dannie O’Donnell Concert.
Can Facebook replace community festivals?
May 6th, 2021by County Line
At long last, after a year of cowering under the covers, avoiding the coronavirus, community celebrations are back. It appears once again we are willing to breathe the same air and lick the same ice cream cone.
A song for Earth Day
April 21st, 2021by County Line
Remember when Earth Day was a really big deal? The day was April 22. But it seems to be quite forgotten.
KVR’s West deserves praise for creating a gem of a property
April 14th, 2021by County Line
Why is it when you are a kid life drags on forever? You’ll never get out of grade school and then high school.
Baraboo is scene of new controversy
April 8th, 2021by County Line
Baraboo — the name brings forth images of circuses and the famous Ringling brothers.
Community
Ontario has new StoryWalk at Palen Park
South Side News for Sept. 16
Norwalk mystery-book group to meet
Wilton Public Library group is reading ‘The Imperfects’
On Campus
Obituaries
Romilda A. Bowling
Anna Mae Fritz
Harriet I. Leis
Joseph Peter Ennis
Florence “Fodie” Taylor
Opinion
Ontario police focusing on property cleanup
Wisconsin hospitals ask for communities’ help in stemming Covid-19 cases
Letter to the editor: Town of Forest’s decision on dark-sky initiative wasn’t based on facts
Letter to the editor: Is cursive not taught nationwide?
Letter to the editor: ‘Subpar Parks’ is worthwhile read on natural, cultural beauty
Backtalk
Wilton village officials need to grasp a better understanding of press’s role
When does someone’s liberty cancel out another’s?
Banning books, ideas is fruitless
Ted Radde had remarkable patience with newbies
Elroy woman’s book describes Norway’s advantages
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