Affordability
Dear Editor, What does this word mean to you?
Wisconsinites Deserve a Living Wage
Dear Editor, Wisconsin workers and families cannot sustain themselves on $7.25 per hour, which has remained unchanged since 2009
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.
Along The Ad Routes
by Mike Reilly We received several notes included with Chronicle subscriptions this past week.
A note of “Giving Thanks”
Dear Editor, Grandmothers have more experience, that’s why the know EVERYTHING!
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.
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%
When it snows it has to be removed
The first major snowstorm of this winter took place on “Small Business Saturday” in Dodgeville (November 29) putting a damper on all the events planned for the day and leaving some 10” of the white stuff on the ground. That led to people out removing snow that day and Sunday …
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.
Jacobson, Robert G. “Jake”
Robert G. “Jake” Jacobson, age 94, of Dodgeville, died on Monday, December 1, 2025 at his home.
McDonald, Perry
Perry McDonald, a Capuchin friar of the Province of St. Joseph, died Friday, Nov. 28, 2025, in Milwaukee after a brief illness. He was 84.
Stroncek, Dr. Gregory
Dr. Gregory Stroncek, a devoted husband, father, brother and grandfather, passed away Wednesday, November 26, 2025 surrounded by the family that cared deeply and loved him.
Nondorf, Elijah “Eli” Joseph
Highland – Elijah “Eli” Joseph Nondorf, age 39, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, with his loyal dog Bella by his side. A beloved father, brother, son, and friend to all who knew him, Eli leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering devotion to the people …
Hasburgh, Joseph “Joe” Jr
Joseph “Joe” Jr Hasburgh passed away November 24th, 2025 at Pine Valley Community Village. Joe was born January 28th, 1930 in Irish Hollow, Highland WI to Joseph and Christine (Kreul) Hasburgh. He graduated in 1947 from Highland High School and was inducted into the 13th Armored Division of the Army …
Lowden, Carrie Anne (Esser)
Carrie Anne (Esser) Lowden, 44, of Worthington, Ohio, passed away on November 15th 2025 due to complications of a heart attack. She was born on August 16, 1981, and grew up in Highland Wisconsin before pursuing her education and building a remarkable life defined by love, laughter, and generosity.
Ploessl, Tricia Mary
Tricia Mary Ploessl, age 45 of Ridgeway, WI passed away unexpectedly on November 21, 2025. She was surrounded by love, with prayers whispered over her and hands holding hers. In her final act of generosity, Tricia gave the gift of life through organ donation.
