Flip it over

Dear Editor, So you have decided to vote in the August 13th election. And you have decided to vote NO on the constitutional amendments because:

Trump is anti-democratic

Dear Editor, I grew up in an upstate New York small town in dairy country like Wisconsin. My friends were kids from town and the surrounding farms.

Math teacher shortage faced by I-G board

The search is on for many school districts for math teachers and Iowa-Grant is on that list. “I know four or five districts who are without math teachers,” Principal Chris Gotto told the board.

Highland school board at full strength again

The Highland School Board is back at full strength after two candidates were voted in office at Wednesday’s regular meeting. The board felt fortunate to have four candidates they considered capable of handling the demands of school board service. The four were Lauree Aulik, Tim Hoffman, Jackie Benish and Chandra …

More formal charges against Smith

Lucas Smith of Arena whose current address is the Iowa County Jail, made another initial appearance in Iowa County Court in person and in custody, along with his attorney Jeffrey Warren Erickson Tuesday.

1st “Cars and Coffee” a hit in Dodgeville

The first ever “Cars and Coffee” show took place last Saturday on the first block of West Merrimac Street in downtown Dodgeville. More than 65 cars and trucks lined that block and spilled over in to the Iowa County Courthouse Parking Lot. People came from a distance to show off …

Thompson, Joyce Ann (Enloe)

Joyce Ann (Enloe) Thompson age 96 of Barneveld passed away on July 16, 2024 at Upland Hills Nursing and Rehab Center in Dodgeville, Wisconsin.

Cummings, Jeffrey T.

Jeffrey T. Cummings, age 51, formally of Mineral Point, WI passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 in Eagle River, WI. Jeff was an avid sportsman, wonderful chef, and coach. He was a Father, Son, Brother, Nephew and Friend. He is survived by his son, Zach Cummings of Missouri …

Lindholm, Jeanette M.

Jeanette M. Lindholm, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on July 13, 2024. Born on October 4, 1929, in East Dubuque, Illinois, to August and Margaret (Bonnet) Riemenapp. Jeanette led a life filled with love, dedication, and service to her family and community.

Wake up! Vote NO!

Dear editor, Ho hum....An August primary with no contested races. Why bother to vote?

Lies, loopholes and lobbyists

Dear Editor, About a year ago, I got a flier in the mail about a Patriotic Millionaires informational meeting.

Ambulance crew great

Dear editor, On June 17 at about noon I fell and broke my hip. I did not want the ambulance called but my husband did it anyway.

Vote “No” on amendments

To the editor, Vote no on constitutional amendments in August.

To our farmers.... thank you

by J. Patrick Reilly While it takes place mainly in Dodgeville the fact is that this weekend’s celebration is “Iowa County Farmers Appreciation Day.”

Along The Ad Routes

by Mike Reilly I think I am going to keep harping about people not using their directionals! The other day I was delivering Chronicles to Kwik Trip North and was going to turn left into the lot (heading north).

Concerned about Arena Police Department removal

Dear Editor, I am writing to express my deep concern regarding recent decisions made by certain members of the Arena Village Board, specifically Brittany Carney, Kathy Stoltz, Melissa Bandell, Kristen Shea, and Village President Kate Reimann.

Response to "Remember this"

Dear Editor, After reading the opinion "Remember this" I thought I would fact check some of Mr. Noland's claims to see how much he "remembers".

Barneveld Middle School Girls Win National SkillsUSA Championship

By John Dalton Three young women from Barneveld recently won the National Skills Championship in the Team Engineering Challenge held in Atlanta, Georgia.

Two local Pioneers posthumously being honored at this year’s Farmers Appreciation Day

By John Dalton In its 38th year, the Iowa County Farmers Appreciation Day is again saluting some of the hardest workers in the county. This day has truly become a community tradition.

Human Trafficking, a problem even in Wisconsin

By Bruce Paull The Hidden Valley Church recently had a guest minister at the Sunday, June 30th service. Ben Wood was originally from the Sauk Prairie area before going to Thailand with Zoe International.