Kopps, Dennis Leroy
Dennis Leroy Kopps, age 79, passed peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior on September 25, 2024, surrounded by family and caregivers at the Hebron Oaks Nursing and Rehab Center. Dennis was born on March 24, 1945, in Dodgeville, Wisconsin, to Francis Raymond Kopps and Ardyth June (Dyer) …
Nadler, Merlin “Merl”
Merlin “Merl” Nadler, age 92, of Dodgeville, passed away on Friday, September 27, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Chamberlain, Sonja Kay (Peterson)
Sonja Kay (Peterson) Chamberlain of Anoka, MN passed away at age 76 on Sept. 25th, 2024. She was born in Dodgeville, Wisconsin on April 4th, 1948 to Hilda Elzona and Clarence Samuel Peterson. Sonja is survived by her husband of 54 years, Ronald Chamberlain; their sons Benjamin Andrew (Leah) and …
Along The Ad Routes
by Mike Reilly Our Saturday morning breakfast was kind of a bittersweet one. We wanted to have breakfast with or go see good friend Dennis Kopps, a special needs adult who lived in Dodgeville for many years.
Suicide awareness is for all
by J. Patrick Reilly It is alarming to learn that a person dies of suicide on the average of every 11 minutes. Along with that, suicide deaths reach over 50,000 per year and millions think about, plan and sometimes attempt suicide.
Vote "YES" for School Referendum
Dear Editor, I've lived in Dodgeville for over 40 years. My husband graduated from DHS in 1970, our four children all attended and graduated from Dodgeville schools, and our two grandchildren are currently attending middle and high school here.
We need immigrant workers
Dear Editor: The propagandist's purpose is to make one set of people forget that certain other sets of people are human.” ― Aldous Huxley
Political ad tells me....
Dear Editor, I heard a political ad on the local radio station today that definitely caught my attention. Derrick Van Orden and/or his campaign staff must have tied themselves in knots to connect the dots on this “guilty by association” ad.
Pays to be observant
Dear Editor, IF you are observant, and notice that the price of an "item" which is posted, listed, or displayed is DIFFERENT from the price you are charged, please ask politely that you receive a refund for the difference.
Draft dodging
Dear Editor, Now, some fifty years after the Viet Nam war, I just can’t understand how anyone with a service record could vote for that draft dodger.
Learn about “Project 2025”
Dear Editor, Absentee ballots are out and voting is happening now. It’s time for study and questions. Let’s make sure we all have the facts for making this potentially life-changing decision.
Nov. 5 constitutional amendment
Dear Editor, I’m voting no on the November 5 constitutional amendment question, and I urge others to do the same.
Be A Better Informed Voter
Dear Editor, Wisconsinites can be proud that the November election will be conducted with the fair maps finally approved by the legislature this year after a long political and legal battle.
Don’t tamper with political signs
Dear Editor, It is illegal to deface, steal, or trespass on private property. You can be arrested, fined or jailed. This is a joint editorial from the Chair of the Grant County Democrat Party and the Chair of the Grant County Republican Party
County approves insurance rate for employees
Iowa County employees will have 75% of their health care premium paid following action by the Iowa County Board last week.
Election integrity and how to put it to use
By Bruce Paull Iowa County recently had election training for the people who run the polling sites for the elections. There was a lot of experience in the room.
Traffic stop on Hwy. 14 results in arrests, drug siesure
Sheriff Michael Peterson reports that on September 23, 2024 at 7:40 p.m. that Iowa County Sheriff's Deputies conducted a traffic stop on U.S. Highway 14 in the Township of Arena
Extension, Farm Bureau present Iowa County Safety Day to 4-Hers
The needs and safety of all the residents of Iowa County continue to grow and evolve, and the safety of our youth continues to be a top priority.
Novinski (Neumaier), Lynda
Lynda Novinski passed away in her sleep on June 10, 2024, at age 84. Born Lynda Neumaier to Norman and Hyldred (Brimer) Neumaier on December 5, 1939, she grew up in Lodi, Wisconsin where she was raised on the family farm and helped to take care of her younger siblings. …
