Soman, John Michael

On October 31, 2023, the world unexpectedly lost one of the great ones: John Michael Soman, age 81, of Jackson, WI, formerly Montfort. If you knew John, his personality and smile were infectious. His effortless ability to start a conversation with anyone he met was legendary. He touched countless lives …

Iowa County joins in HCE Week

Iowa County Association for Home and Community Education (IAHCE) recognizes United Fund of Iowa County as A Friend of HCE for their outstanding support. Grants from United Fund of Iowa County have helped the organization fund the Wisconsin Bookworms early childhood literacy program. Pictured from left to right are Boolworms …

Hamas-Israel war

Dear Editor, I'm saddened by any innocent Palestinian or Israeli being killed, especially a child. Who is to blame for these deaths? How does the bloodshed end?

Chickens of Hate

Dear Editor, Monday night I attended Jewish political commentator Ben Shapiro's full capacity talk on UW-Madison campus. Security was tight with metal detectors and many security people.

Along The Ad Routes

by Mike Reilly Saturday morning breakfast took four of us to the northwest when we landed in Muscoda at Vicki’s Cozy Cafe. It opens at 8:00 a.m. and there are always people standing outside waiting for that lock to click on the door! Dewey, who came from Spring Green,

What did we ever do to you, Louis

Hey Louis DeJoy, what did I ever do to you?

Shopping “woes”

Dear Editor, It seems like I have a million things to do today but just had to write about 2 shopping “woes” recently encountered.

Volunteers are amazing

Dear Editor, November arrives with a special reminder of the amazing people who volunteer at Agrace. During National Hospice & Palliative Care Month, we celebrate these incredible individuals who give their time and energy to help those facing life-limiting illness

Lengthy probation for Muscoda man

Arthur E. Linsenbigler, 42, Muscoda, received a lengthy probation and a caution this will be his last chance; as a violation will result in prison in Iowa County Court Tuesday.

Mineral Point council approves budget for 2024

The City of Mineral Point has a new operating budget for 2024 after council action following a budget hearing Tuesday.

Parents, community give input on Iowa-Grant schools

The Iowa-Grant School District hosted its second annual Family and Community Town Supper (FACTS) on October 26.

Mineral Point woman accused of OWI then has emergency surgery

Joanna Ford, the Mineral Point woman charged with the death of an infant that was in her care, had another charged added when she was arrested last Wednesday around 8 a.m. and charged with allegedly driving while intoxicated with someone under the age of 16 in the car with her.

Dodgeville-Mineral Point girls 4th, boys 9th at state

Of the 16 Division 2 teams that qualified for the WIAA State Cross Country Championships in Wisconsin Rapids last Saturday only three finished in front of the Dodge-Point squad

Pointers come close but Redbirds score to advance

Last Friday Night, the Mineral Point Football Team’s Season came to an end with a 7-0 loss to the Darlington Redbirds in Level 2 of the WIAA Playoffs.

Barneveld finishes strong season at Sectionals

Barneveld cleared the first hurdle in Sectional volleyball play with a 3-1 win over a strong Southwestern Wildcats team.

Cubans get past Pointers then go on to state

The team that eliminated Mineral Point in the post season will represent this area in the WIAA state volleyball tournament this week.

Masons help Mustangs cheer squad with uniforms for Badger Honor Flight

Dodgeville Masonic Lodge number 119 donated $1000 to the Dodgeville Mustang cheerleaders to help them buy uniforms of red white and blue to greet the returning veterans from the November 4th Badger Honor Flight. They have been asked to help greet them and the lodge is proud to be able …

Along The Ad Routes

It was a busy Saturday for everybody, so breakfast kept us close to home going to the Pointer Cafe in Mineral Point. Dewey had to be at Orchard Lawn at 10:00 for the Mineral Point Kiwanis Halloween Costume Contest. I had to be back to Dodgeville to set up for …

Mental health needs are apparent

The need for improved mental health services, especially for those with struggles with the law was apparent as I sat in the courtroom Tuesday covering a few court cases.

Further thoughts on the Middle East conflict

Dear Editor, I would like to add to James Novak's recent letter concerning the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He makes some good points regarding the parallels to the current U.S. political environment that cannot be ignored. I offer these comments as a heritage