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.
Saevre, Larry Quinn
Larry Quinn Saevre, age 73, of Dodgeville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at his home. Larry fought a brave, courageous battle with cancer.
Tomas, Virgil M.
Virgil M. Tomas, age 84, passed away on Sunday morning December 7, 2025, at his residence in Cobb. He was born on November 22, 1941, in Dodgeville the son of George and Catherine (Berg) Tomas. Virgil married Karen Day on December 8, 1962, and welcomed two daughters. In 1972, Virgil …
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.
