Was Senator Marklein really powerless in UW-Richland decision?
Dear Editor, Ken Stark’s political cartoon published a few weeks ago actually had a response from Sen. Marklein. In it, Marklein again pats himself on the back for all he did for the UW system…and for all he did for UW-Richland.
WIAA competitive balance plan off balance
Dear Editor: The WIAA is in the process of implementing a new competitive balance plan that would force successful teams to move up a division if they win too much or make too many state appearances. We would like to assume that this started because their intentions were good, and …
Wind turbines - we should be concerned with size
Dear Editor, Over the past few years, there have been several new energy development projects coming to our area. We have thousands of acres of solar and lately it’s been wind turbine companies. How much research has been done with these new larger turbines?
Along The Ad Routes
We received a note from Bridget Dickler the other day along with her new subscription for the Dodgeville Chronicle for her son, Ethan, who lives in Madison.
Fire and ice combine for Ice Lantern Festival Feb. 3
Activities added to last year’s Ice Lantern Festival return Feb. 3, bringing costume contests, concessions, cakewalks and music to downtown Mineral Point.
Tabletop gaming group welcomes all
A newly formed tabletop gaming group is meeting once a month in Mineral Point. The group plays Dungeons and Dragons and other games.
Housing shortage hits home
High demand, low inventory and increasing prices are the state of the housing market right now. “I think there’s definitely a shortage, especially for middle to low- income people,” said Mel Loy, of 1st Advantage Real Estate in Dodgeville.
Fieldhouse, John R.
John R. Fieldhouse passed from this world on January 11, 2024. He was 77 years old. John was born in Madison, WI on March 26, 1946 to James and Bernice (Flora) Fieldhouse. He graduated from Dodgeville High School in 1964.
Keuler, Kandace "Kandy" Kay
Kandace "Kandy" Kay Keuler, age 71, of Mineral Point, passed away Saturday, January 20th, 2024, surrounded by her family at Upland Hills Health in Dodgeville, WI. Kandy was born on April 25, 1952, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Dodgeville, the only child of the late Clifford Keuler and Mary Stephenson …
Ballard, Barbara Harman
Barbara Harman Ballard, 82, passed away peacefully at Saint John’s on the Lake in Milwaukee, WI on January 7, 2024, after facing Alzheimer’s disease with unwavering courage. She was the beloved wife of James (Jim) Ballard, loving mother of Brooke (Lee) Ballard Bechtold and Lisa Ballard, and cherished grandmother of …
Paulson, Glen Clark
Glen Clark Paulson, age 66, passed away on Friday January 12, 2024, at the University Hospital in Iowa City, IA after a brief battle due to a sudden illness. He was born on November 6, 1957, in Groton, Connecticut, the son of Rolf and Shirley (Mitchell) Paulson. He was united …
Reganti, Helen Marie
Our beloved Helen entered eternal life on January 3, 2024. She was born on November 6, 1922, in Willow Springs Township, Mineral Point, to John and Nellie (Carey) Coogan, the oldest of six children. Graduated from Muldoon High School, Browns Business College, Patricia Stevens Modeling in Chicago, and Rock Valley. …
Reisen, Charlie “Chicken”
Charlie “Chicken” Reisen, 86, of Dubuque died Monday January 15, 2024, at Mercy Hospital after a long battle with on-going health issues surrounded by his family. Visitation will be from 1 to 3:30pm on Friday January 19th, 2024, with a prayer service from 3:30pm until 3:45pm at Leonard Funeral Home …
Wienkes, Duane J. "Pinski"
Duane J. "Pinski" Wienkes, age 61 of Highland, passed away unexpectedly at home on January 14, 2024. Duane was born on January 31, 1962, in Dodgeville to Raymond and Margaret (Hasburgh) Wienkes. He grew up on the family farm in Highland and graduated from Highland High School in 1980. One …
Johnson, Darlene G.
Darlene G. Johnson of Dodgeville, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on Friday January 5, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Baker, Lester
Lester Baker, 93, of Arena, Wisconsin went to be with his Lord and Saviour on January 9, 2024 after a brief illness. Lester was born in Arena, Wisconsin to Lyle and Myrtle (Gladdem) Baker on August 31, 1930.
Paynter,, Charles "Randy"
Charles "Randy" Paynter, age 63 of Fort Atkinson formerly of Linden, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2024. Randy was born on August 30, 1960, in Dodgeville, WI to Ralph and Linda Paynter. Growing up Randy enjoyed spending time hunting and trapping, and weightlifting. He continued to enjoy these activities …
VanDerslice, Genevieve Evangeline
Genevieve Evangeline VanDerslice passed away at a young age of 95 in Murfreesboro TN on January 6th 2024 peacefully in her sleep.
