Dodgeville Council Reviews Budget Oversights, Approves Contracts, and Continues Search for Police Officer

By John Dalton At Tuesday’s Dodgeville Common Council Regular Meeting, Police Chief Brandon Wilhelm reported that November had 287 calls for service, a 13% increase from last year. He said for the year 3,336 calls have been called in, an increase of 22%

Public meeting scheduled for Hwy 23 in Iowa County

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is conducting a public involvement meeting to discuss two rehabilitation projects on WIS 23 from Commerce Street to US 151 and from Water Street to Dodge Street in Mineral Point, Iowa County.

Girls on the Run program has successful start w

The Girls on the Run Program came to the Dodgeville School District this fall and formed a team of 13 girls in the 3rd thru 5th grades at the Dodgeville Elementary School.

Highland board receives updates

The Highland school board handled routine matters and heard reports at their meeting last Wednesday.

County board approves 2026 budget

The Iowa County Board had no opposition to the budget it presented at a budget hearing last Wednesday.

Dodger boys handle Highland in season opener

By John Dalton The Dodger boys’ basketball team won its first game of the season in convincing style 79-53 over host Highland in a non-conference game Monday night.

Esser’s 23 paces Highland in win over P/C

Highland’s girls basketball team faced defensive pressure from Potosi/Cassville Tuesday but the good news is they were able to handle it.

Eagles cruise to win over Black Hawk

Going into their game with Black Hawk coach Jim Myers knew there was one thing that had to happen.

Pointers get past Dodgers for first win

By Ronica Thousand The Mineral Point Pointers earned their first victory of the season in girls basketball Tuesday night, turning in a strong all-around performance to defeat the Dodgeville Dodgers 59–34.

Blackhawks roll over Blue Devils

River Valley’s girls basketball team had the start to the season that most teams dream about.

Halverson, Charles “Chuck” Lee

Charles “Chuck” Lee Halverson Sept. 20, 1924 - Nov. 30, 2025

Smith, Charlotte Mitchell

Charlotte Mitchell Smith passed away suddenly on November 13, 2025. Charlotte was born in Cedar Falls, IA, to John and Eunice (MacInnis) Mitchell on October 12, 1947.

Hennessey, John Robert

John Robert Hennessey Jan 31, 1960 - Nov 27, 2025

Knudson, Lois Ann (Thomas)

Lois Ann (Thomas) Knudson, age 92, of Mineral Point, WI died on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at Upland Hills Nursing & Rehab Center.

Jacobson, Robert G. “Jake”

Robert G. “Jake” Jacobson, age 94, of Dodgeville, died on Monday, December 1, 2025 at his home.
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