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Trickel, Linda Kay

In Loving Memory: Linda Kay Trickel, a wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on April 15, 2024, at the age of 82 due to heart complications. Born and raised in Dodgeville, Wisconsin, Linda's journey through life was filled with love, kindness, and generosity.
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September 19, 2024
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Dobson, Joseph Charles

Joseph Charles Dobson passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at the age of 78 years old. He was born the son of Joseph Robert Dobson and Dorothy Helene Tremaine of Cobb, Wisconsin.
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September 19, 2024
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Bartnik Sr, Michael John

Michael John Bartnik Sr, age 73 of Mineral Point passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 15, 2024 at his home.
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September 17, 2024
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Palzkill, Dorothy Anderson

Dorothy E. Palzkill, Age 94, of Mineral Point passed away on Saturday September 14th 2024 at Upland Hills Nursing and Rehab Center following a brief illness. Dorothy was born June 9, 1930 in Madison, W. She was the only child of Franklin and Dagny (Rygh) Anderson. Dorothy married Michael Palzkill …
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September 16, 2024
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Strangstad, Lynette

Lynette Strangstad, 79, of Mineral Point, Wisconsin, died peacefully in St. Mary's hospital on September 10th, 2024.
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September 16, 2024
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Corporal Robert R. Raess laid to rest

The remains of Corporal Robert P. Raess, 21 of Dodgeville, were laid to rest at St. Joseph's Cemetery on Saturday, September 7. Events for his return after 74 years of being killed in action during the Korean War began when his remains were identified. From there he was flown to …
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September 13, 2024

Dodgers start fast, Blackhawks finish strong in shootout

There was plenty of offense when River Valley invaded Dodgeville Friday and wen thome with a 56-25 win.
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September 13, 2024

Hornets nip Dodgers 3-2

It was a real battle between Dodgeville and Richland Center in SWC volleyball Thursday that saw the Hornets win it 3-2.
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September 13, 2024

Countering climate change misinformation

Dear Editor, Former president Donald Trump mocks the threat posed by human-induced climate change. He once declared, "Global warming is an expensive hoax!"
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September 13, 2024

If it can happen around here it can happen anywhere

Dear Editor, I saw this report on Facebook and on the news about an incident that happened in the small town of Prarie du Chein. If it can happen in Prarie, it can happen anywhere.
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September 13, 2024

Say yes to the referendum

Dear Editor, Schools are the heartbeat of every community. Investing in public education yields long-term benefits for individuals and society.
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September 13, 2024

Well beyond Weird

Dear Editor, As with many in this community, we had family members that served in World War Two. My spouse’s aunt was a airplane engine mechanic and training pilot (the first female) from Miami, Florida.
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September 13, 2024

Choices

Dear Editor, We are looking at the next 2 months observing the activity of two political parties and what they are doing or have done to get where we are at now.
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September 13, 2024

Remembering and sacrifice

Last week the area paid tribute to a fallen Korean War hero, Cpl Robert Raess, whose remains were home more than 70 years after he was killed in action.
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September 13, 2024

Cardinals survive scrappy Timberwolves

Highland’s volleyball team had its hands full with a very scrappy squad from River Ridge Thursday but were still able to win in a sweep.
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September 13, 2024

Mail carriers will be missed

Dear Editor, I would like to use this forum provided by our newspaper to show my, and I would guess so many others who depend on our mail delivery folks.
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September 13, 2024

Giant Republican Postcards

Dear Editor, Golly, gee whiz, the Republicans certainly love their giant postcards this election cycle. The postcards show the scary Democrat incumbent opponent with horrible ideas and the Republican newbie with terrific, broadly impossible plans.
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September 13, 2024

What’s in a name?

Dear Editor, Trump’s name resembles the French verb “tromper”, “to deceive”. This felon/presidential contender certainly lives up (or down) to this definition.
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September 13, 2024

Afghanistan fault line

Dear Editor, On August 26, 2021 an ISIS suicide bomber slipped into a frantic crowd at the Abbey Gate at the Kabul airport. Unlike the crowd, he was not interested in being evacuated.
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September 13, 2024

I-G board discusses referendum information

Iowa-Grant District Administrator Michael Shimshak told the Iowa-Grant School Board Monday night that he is in the process of having representation at area village and town board meetings to present information on the approaching referendum.
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September 13, 2024
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