Harms, Diane Palsrok
Diane Palsrok Harms Feb. 1, 1943 - Oct. 26, 2025
Olson, Julia (Judy) Elizabeth
Julia (Judy) Elizabeth Olson, age 84, of Mineral Point, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Upland Hills Health in Dodgeville, surrounded by her loving family.
Ritchie, Donald “Chief” R.
Donald “Chief” R. Ritchie, age 91, passed away peacefully on Monday October 27, 2025, at Crestridge Assisted Living in Dodgeville. He was born on April 10, 1934, in Cobb, WI, the son of James “Pete” and Lucille (Ward) Ritchie.
Along The Ad Routes
by Mike Reilly We received a nice note with a renewal for the Chronicle from Deb and Rich Christopherson from Madison.
A good idea to walk out
by J. Patrick Reilly Keeping the press free has become a challenge thanks to an administration that wants to manipulate the news. No matter how many times the term “fake news” is used it doesn’t make it true.
Failure to communicate
Dear Editor, After yet another blow-out defeat Saturday on Barry Alvarez Field at Camp Randall, the Wisconsin Football Program continues to erode the prior hard-earned brand equity with the current status quo, specifically via lost fan support that is escalating weekly.
Say Grats at Dinner
Dear Editor, When we read about problems and tragedies it's easy to become distressed.
Novak's aide stunningly rude
Dear Editor, On October 16, we attended a Rally against Gerrymandering at the State Capitol.
No Kings Dodgeville
Dear Editor, The Rural No Kings Rally in Dodgeville on October 18th was a huge success - peaceful, joyful, uplifting and big! It was a day to celebrate solidarity and pride in our community.
Support for No King’s Rally
Dear Editor, I want to express my strong support for all those who participated in the No Kings March and Rallies on October 18th.
Saturday’s “No Kings” Rally
Dear Editor, October 18th’s No King’s rally in Dodgeville was a great event! It was sunny and perfect weather. 800+ people of all ages and towns around the region attended.
The Wind of Change
Dear Editor, Many people believe that if you weren't raised "religious," you'll never become so.
Insights
Dear Editor, Leo Terrell is one of the most emotionally transparent people I have ever seen.
Thank you, No Kings Protestors
Dear Editor, I’m grateful for the No Kings Protest that took place on Saturday.
Library Construction, Super 8 Auction, and Halloween Hours Highlight Dodgeville Council Meeting
By John Dalton At its annual regular meeting, the city council confirmed that Dodgeville’s Trick or Treat hours are set for Friday, October 31, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Electorate sets new tax levy at annual meeting, school board talks referendum w
The Dodgeville school district has a new budget and mill rate after the annual meeting held Monday.
Life-Saving technology and teamwork help rescue injured hunter in remote Iowa County woods
On the evening of October 20, 2025, at approximately 7:16 p.m., the Iowa County Communications Center received a 911 call from a 22-year-old hunter who had suffered a serious injury with uncontrolled bleeding while in a remote wooded area near Mill Road in Ridgeway Township.
I-G toilet paper drive aides area needs
The Iowa-Grant high school had a toilet paper drive competition during the week of homecoming. Classes and the staff competed to see who would bring in the most toilet paper and/or monetary donations. The winner of this competition then received points during the overall Homecoming contests that were run all …
Harris, James Witmer
James Witmer Harris, age 80, of Mineral Point, WI, passed away unexpectedly, surrounded by his family, on October 21, 2025. Jim, born on November 7, 1944, was the son of Parmley and Jean Harris and a proud, 4th generation Mineral Pointer. He grew up on the family farm, helping with …
