NEWS

Explanation on the DSD charter school

With the approaching referendum for the Dodgeville school district questions have been asked about the charter school.

Shimshak will give I-G more time as leader

During a special meeting of the board on Monday February 16, 2026, Michael Shimshak accepted an offer from the Iowa-Grant School District Board of Education to stay on one more year in his role as superintendent.

Council hears updates on UHH Campus, EMS funding challenges and Street Planning efforts

By John Dalton In Public Comment, Chester Small was asking about the new Upland Hills Health campus project, that being a senior living facility and the grant UHH just received for $2 million.

District needs will be addressed with referendum

“Keep it positive.” That was the message delivered by the Dodgeville School Board Monday as they discussed preparing for the April referendum vote. The board is asking approval to add $2.5 million for three years to the budget.

YES receives opioid settlement funding w

By Bruce Paull The Iowa County Health and Human Services Committee awarded $2,000 of Opioid Settlement Funds towards “Youth Emergency Services” recently.

New Voice. New Vision. Lisa White Announces Bid For Election to State Senate

Lisa White announced her campaign for the 17th Senate District while vowing to restore fairness in government and fight for workers and families across the district.

Gruber enters race for 51st assembly seat w

Ben Gruber, Arena, announced his candidacy for Assembly District 51.

Body Cam Requests, Streetlight Fixes Highlight Busy Dodgeville Council Meeting

By John Dalton In Chief Brandon Wilhelm’s Police Report, he said his department is being bogged down with Open Records Requests with redacting body camera footage.

Bicentennial Committee Looks to Fill a Year With Celebration in Mineral Point

A year-long bicentennial celebration can be a boon for Mineral Point, organizers said at a planning meeting last week.

From Iowa County Airport, Med Flight ready to transport critically ill and injured

Most of us only are only reminded that Med Flight is nearby when we hear it go out on a …

Bridging national partisan divide can start locally

By Mary Glindinning The way to bridge political division might be locally by starting with a less contentious issue, a speaker told about 50 people Sunday afternoon.

Candidates named for spring election

There are some open seats on the county board and some area school boards.

Local Photographer to Compete in the 2026 International Photographic Competition

A photograph created by Erin Reddy Wolff of E Reddy Wolff Photography in Grant County has recently been accepted as a finalist in the Professional Photographers of America’s 2026 International Photographic Competition.

Mineral Point Historical Society Announces Winter Lyceum Series 2026

Mineral Point, WI — The Mineral Point Historical Society is pleased to announce its Winter Lyceum Series 2026, a lineup of three engaging and informative presentations exploring regional history, culture, and the natural world.

Local artist paints with beer in Wrangler/Coors Banquet Collection w

The famous beer, Coors, and the famous clothing line Wrangler wanted to get together for a joint salute to their brands feeling they are the “Best in the West.”
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