Father’s love evident in 70-year-old dollhouse
By Kenyon Bennett Although Christmas has passed, a treasured yuletide gift can take on a life of its own and last for several generations in a family. Among the best Christmas gifts are those a father might handcraft for his daughters.
Toy drive ensures presents under the tree
By Mary Glindinning The song says once you pass toyland’s borders, you can’t ever return again. But just because you’re not a child anymore does not mean you can’t enjoy making sure children have toys for Christmas.
Reynolds, Myron D. “Mike”
Myron D. “Mike” Reynolds, age 87, of Dodgeville, died on Monday, December 25, 2023 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison.
Vinje, Edward James
Edward James Vinje, age 79 of Hollandale died on Monday, December 25, 2023 at the Upland Hills Nursing and Rehab Center in Dodgeville. He was born on July 28, 1944 in Monroe at St. Clare hospital to Edwin Helmer and Lyla Marion (Anderson) Vinje. He grew up on the family …
Tanner, Anita L.
Anita L. Tanner, age 62 of Quitman, TX, formerly from Livingston, WI passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2023, after a short battle with cancer. Anita was born on July 28, 1961, in Dodgeville, WI to Cecil and Thelma (Maly) Tanner. She was a 1979 graduate of Highland High School, …
Shemak, Paul Joseph
Paul Joseph Shemak, age 73, passed away on Friday evening December 22, 2023, at Upland Hills Health in Dodgeville, with his beloved family by his side. He was born on October 22, 1950, in Dodgeville; the son of Jim and Doris (Knesting) Shemak. Paul was united in marriage to Lori …
McLaughlin, Doris Jean
Doris Jean (Dot) McLaughlin, 84, died on December 11, 2023 in Vacaville, CA. She was born at home on September 3, 1939 in Dodgeville, WI to Archie and Lois (Leiber) Henry. Doris graduated from Barneveld High School, Class of '57.
Chrostowski, Erna A
Erna A Chrostowski, age 88 of Hollandale died on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison surrounded by her family, whom she reminded over and over how much she loved them. She was born June 28, 1935, in Cheektowaga, New York to Frederick and Elsie (Horst) Graap.
Lord, Bonnie Sue
Bonnie Sue Lord, age 64 of Soldiers Grove, previously of southwest Wisconsin, passed away on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at Soldiers Grove Health Services. She was born on February 3, 1959, to Tom and Arlene Lord.
Bahr, William 'Bill'
William 'Bill' Bahr 'Doehead', 77, of Avoca died at home on December 18, 2023. He was born on May 13, 1946 to Leland and Virginia (Dax) Bahr in Richland Center, WI. He graduated from Muscoda High School in 1964. He was drafted on December 22, 1965 and served as a …
Trevorrow, Dean Trafford
Dean Trafford Trevorrow, of Frederick, Maryland (formerly of Mineral Point, WI), passed from this life on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Barbara Coleman Trevorrow for over 64 years. Dean was born on Christmas Day 1937. He was the son of the late …
Eagle girls split in two outings
The extra four minutes the Barneveld girls basketball team got to play Thursday at Belleville did not come out the way the Golden Eagles hoped.
Second half surge gives Dodgers first win
Dodgeville’s boys basketball team erased the effects of a 24-13 first half deficit with a 19-0 run to start the second half.
Cuba's Big First Half Too Much For Pointers Girls to Overcome
Cuba City’s 1st half-pressure defense and transition points were too much for the visiting Mineral Point girls Friday night in a 64-42 loss.
Thank you Mayor Basting
For the past six years the city of Mineral Point has had Jason Basting as its Mayor. During that time the city has seen business growth and many upgrades to its streets and infrastructure. Mayor Basting has been a great leader of a great community.
History repeats itself
Dear Editor, Approximately 2423 years ago Hamen, a Persian leader, set over all the princes of Persia and Mectia persuaded King Ahasuerus to set forth a decree to destroy all the Jews.
Along The Ad Routes
We received a couple of notes with subscription renewals this week, both from out of state. The first was from Sherill Pecor (Proctor) from DeKalb, Illinois. She said, “Please renew our subscriptions for another year (mother’s and hers)
Dodgers use strong second half to cruise past RV
The four veteran players for the Dodgeville girls basketball team provided the lion’s share of the scoring Thursday to lead the Dodgers to a 71-39 win over River Valley for their second SWC win in the early season.
