Milk Can stays with Fennimore with shutout win over Panthers
By John Dalton Penalties against Iowa-Grant came early and often and the team could not build any momentum which allowed rival Fennimore to take advantage with big plays as they defeated the Panthers 42-0 in a non-conference game at Iowa-Grant to retain the Milk Can Trophy.
Tax break for small business??
Dear Editor, You may have heard about a month ago that the IRS plans to raise an additional $50 billion in revenue over 10 years by closing the pass-through tax loophole.
Along The Ad Routes
I saw a first the other day. I was crossing the street downtown at the bank corner heading to Bob’s Bitchin BBQ. An older gentleman was at Bob’s corner and traffic stopped for him to cross the street.
Lancaster takes non-conference battle with Pointers; Hall of Fame inductions tonight
By Matthew Goninen Last Friday Night, the Mineral Point High School varsity football team dropped its season opener to Lancaster 21-6 in a slow, grind-it-out game.
Viroqua slips past Dodgers to open new gridiron season
Solomon Murdock scored three touchdowns for Viroqua Friday to give the Blackhawks a 21-7 win over Dodgeville in the non-conference season opener for both teams.
Medicare Ranks Upland Hills Health Hospice Care Among Best in State and Nation
Upland Hills Health (UHH) Hospice recently received some of the best ratings in the region and state in several categories Medicare uses to rate end-of-life care.
Take time to enjoy the Fair
For 160 years the Iowa County Fair has taken place at the fairgrounds in Mineral Point over Labor Day weekend. The fair means many things to many people and it a place where anyone can find something to like.
Think about your vote
Dear Editor, As a lifelong Wisconsinite, a rural resident for decades, and a faithful voter for over 55 years, I urge all of us to think deeply about what kind of country and what kind of state we want to live in, to get involved in the issues we care …
Farmer’s Markets, a new adventure
Dear Editor, Looking for a new adventure for yourself and/or your family and friends over the Labor Day weekend?
Preserve our quality of life
Hi Everyone, I’m writing again today about the industrial wind turbines that are proposed for our area. We’ve had visitors from both Pattern Energy and the Longview Alliance at our home recently.
Democracy NOT
Dear Editor, A WI Democrat official moved before the WI Supreme Court to remove presidential candidate Jill Stein from the 2024 WI ballot. Liberal Green Party Stein would take votes from Kamala. Even the left leaning SC said no.
Joanne Deal honored by Barneveld Rescue Squad
Joanne Deal, center, was honored Aug. 25 by the Barneveld Area Rescue Squad for her 43 years of service to the organization. Deal has served as an advanced emergency medical technician on the squad and has also provided treasurer services. Sadie Olson, BARS chief, said Deal has been an inspiration …
A look at why a referendum for Dodgeville schools
After a survey and a series of meetings the Dodgeville School Board will be asking taxpayers to approve a $2.99 million operating referendum when they go to the polls for the November 5 election.
Ace, Mary Lou
Mary Lou Ace, age 86 passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024. She was born on February 19, 1938 the daughter of Patrick and Mary (Parr) McCluskey. On July 26, 1975 she was united in marriage to the love of her life Samuel Ace Jr.
Hamilton, William "Bill" A.
William "Bill" A. Hamilton, 70, of Rewey, Wisconsin, died on Monday, August 19, 2024, of natural causes. Bill was born on September 28, 1953, in Platteville, Wisconsin, the son of Ora A. and Eileen R. (Kenny) Hamilton. He graduated from Iowa Grant High School in 1971 and attended UW-Platteville. On …
Cayler, Virginia M.
Virginia M. Cayler, age 94, of Dodgeville, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at Hearten House III Memory Care in Holmen, Wisconsin.
Smelzer, Richard "Rick"
Richard "Rick" Smelzer, age 68 of Highland, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. Rick was born on July 12, 1956, to Lauren and Ione (Yanna) Smelzer, the first born of the family. He graduated from Highland High School in 1974.
Horn, Anni Gesiene (Poppe)
Anni Gesiene (Poppe) Horn, age 88 of Belmont, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at Southwest Health following a brief illness. Anni was born on December 14, 1935, in Avon, South Dakota to Cord and Adelheid (Elhers) Poppe. She married Nickson P. Horn of Platteville on May 19, …
Flynn, Michael James
Michael James Flynn, age 82, of Highland, WI passed away peacefully at Upland Hills Hospital with his family by his side on Sunday, August 18, 2024. He was born in Dodgeville, WI on December 14, 1941 the son of James Thomas and Betty L. (Ewing) Flynn. Michael wore many hats. …
