Manion, Wilson Emery

Wilson Emery Manion, age 90, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, steadiness, and quiet dedication. Born in January 1935 in Madison, Wisconsin, Wilson was truly the anchor of his family—reliable, patient, and deeply devoted to those he loved.

Morgenson, Steven Charles

Steven Charles Morgenson, age 73, of Lone Rock, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025 at Upland Hills Health in Dodgeville.

Palan, John Richard

John Richard Palan, a lifelong member of the Highland community, returned to his Creator on December 13, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on December 29, 1932, in the same town of Highland, Wisconsin, where he would spend his entire cherished life, John's journey on Earth came full circle …

Beckius, Janet E.

Janet E. Beckius, age 83, of Highland passed away suddenly on Saturday, December 27, 2025 after complications related to a heart procedure.

Leix, Mary Frances (Biddick)

Mary Frances (Biddick) Leix, age 90, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday December 25, 2025, at Upland Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation in Dodgeville, surrounded by her family. She was born on January 12, 1935, in Livingston, the daughter of Clarence and Mildred (Skaife) Biddick.

Francis, Ella Maryann

Our precious Ella Maryann Francis, age 3 months, of Livingston was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday December 20, 2025, in the loving arms of her parents at American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison, WI. She was further surrounded by her loving family.

Hanson, David Lee

David Lee Hanson, age 91, of Dodgeville passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at his home.

Walrack, Timothy Dennis

Timothy Dennis Walrack, age 58, of Mineral Point, WI, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 18, 2025.

Belleville’s free throw success helps down Dodgers

Belleville senior Toria DeVoe lead the Wildcats attack when they hosted Dodgeville in a non-conference girls basketball game last Tuesday....and then some.

Highland girls triumph over Richland Center 42-28

By John Dalton It wasn’t the prettiest of games, which is somewhat expected when your team doesn’t have school on the day you play, and the next day Christmas break begins, but the Highland girls overcame a sluggish shooting night by playing good defense and dominating the boards,

New year, new possibles

by J. Patrick Reilly A new year has a way of resetting our vision. The calendar turns, the lights come back on after the holidays, and suddenly the road ahead feels a little clearer. Not perfect—never perfect—but open. And that openness matters.

Along The Ad Routes

by Mike Reilly I think I’ve come to the realization that Thursday Christmas and New Year have to be the worst possible days for a holiday, especially when it comes to weekly newspapers.

Franzen wants proof

Dear Editor, Can the Iowa County Historical Society's team please respond to my request to supply proof and backup as it relates to the ongoing narrative and new information exposed that there is an ongoing "Dodgeville Historical Site Fraud and Hoax currently happening?"

Mueller to be at M&M

Dear Editor, Most people reading this letter wished they knew more about their grandparents.

Past is past - change the future

Dear Editor, “We can’t do anything about the past, but we can change the future “ This quote from Heather Cox Richardson, Historian, Author, Professor at Boston College really resonates with me as I think about this past year.

Tips for “fog” driving

Dear Editor, New and “seasoned” drivers face a challenge driving in FOG.

Local artist paints with beer in Wrangler/Coors Banquet Collection w

The famous beer, Coors, and the famous clothing line Wrangler wanted to get together for a joint salute to their brands feeling they are the “Best in the West.”

Dodgers girls take down Prairie

It was a rough one but a good one for the Dodgeville girls basketball team Friday.

Thompson found not competent to stand trial in Iowa County Court

23-year-old Gavin Thompson, the man accused of killing a 67-year-old Dodgeville woman, Dorinda Segebrecht, in July of 2025, was found not competent to stand trial during a court hearing held Friday, December 12 in Iowa County Court.

Barneveld School Board celebrates 4-star state rating, academic gains, and approves future calendars

By John Dalton At the Barneveld Regular School Board meeting on December 10th, in her Building Report, Principal Heather Schmitz recognized 19 students at the high school level at the end of Term 1 Achievement noting all met an Academic Award level determined by their term grade point averages.