Human-Caused versus National Disasters

Dear Editor, In human history, natural disasters – earthquakes, tsunamis, cyclones, floods, wildfires, hurricanes, typhoons, and heat waves – have not only caused millions of deaths but have also produced long-term social, economic, and environmental challenges that can take years to rectify.

Trump’ disease control suspension - not at this time

Dear Editor, MMWR The Center for Disease Control, or CDC, is a very important government agency.

Public library plans discussed in community meeting

By Kenyon Bennett Representatives from the Dodgeville Public Library and HGA, a Madison architectural firm, held a community meeting Wednesday, Jan. 22, at Dodgeville High School and outlined a plan for the proposed library expansion project

Fitzsimmons, David

David Fitzsimmons, age 72, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and dedicated dairy farmer, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones. He was a lifelong resident of Mineral Point, where he was known for his hard work, kindness, and unwavering love for his family and community. David married his high school …

Hocking, Lisa M.

Lisa M. Hocking, age 51, of Highland, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at Upland Hills Health in Dodgeville.

Graber, Gilbert U. “Gib”

Gilbert U. “Gib” Graber, age 98, of Mineral Point, died peacefully on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at Greenway Manor in Spring Green. Gib was born to Urban and Blanche (Biddick) Graber on August 23, 1926.

Nelson, Shirley A.

Shirley A. Nelson, age 89 of Ridgeway, peacefully passed away on January 17, 2025, at Mineral Point Heath Services. Shirley was born on December 3, 1935, to George and Ruby (Buckingham) Tempest in Dodgeville.

Buck, Robert “Rob” C.

Robert “Rob” C. Buck, 66, of Rochester, MN, formerly of Dodgeville, WI, passed away on January 24, 2025. He was born on October 5, 1958; the son of Robert J. Buck and Sandra R. (Gossard) (Buck) Gisslen.

Barneveld girls basketball coach holds state record

Barneveld’s girls basketball coach Jimmy Myers reached the plateau of becoming the all-time winningest coach in Wisconsin girls basketball history on Thursday night, January 23 when he recorded win number 711, surpassing Al Guthman of Owen-Withee. Barneveld won the game over Juda 86-27.. Myers returned to Barneveld this season for …

Cardinals score quickly and go on to down Braves

The young Belmont squad may be the team of the future in the Six Rivers West but Highland is the team of here and now.

Hillmen take off to get past Dodgers

Platteville found its second gear midway through the first half and went on to hand Dodgeville a 73-52 loss in SWC play Thursday.

Arrows pull away to take SWC contest from Dodgers

Dodgeville’s girls basketball team stayed even with Lancaster early and had a three point lead five minutes into the game but the Flying Arrows regrouped and went on to beat the Dodgers in the SWC test 71-40.

Pointers fall from unbeaten ranks

By John Dalton Despite being down by 19 points in the second half Friday night, the Mineral Point boys’ basketball team showed a lot of grit and determination coming back and taking the lead with thirty seconds left after a Jaxson Wendhausen 3-point basket 77-76.

Y/YZ the DOT Ignores Suggestion

Dear Editor, The four-lane US Highway between Dodgeville and Dane County was originally planned to be a limited-access highway.

President Bidens farewell address

Dear Editor, From the Oval Office, sitting at the Resolute desk, President Joe Biden addressed the American people for the final time – Wednesday, January 15, 2025.

Rise in Emissions Demands a Look in the Mirror

Dear Editor, The United State's greenhouse gas emission rollercoaster continues. After several years of declining numbers, the latest reporting from research firm Rhodium Group indicates rising greenhouse gas emissions in 2024.

Eagles outlast Vikings in back and forth test

The five point difference between Barneveld and Pecatonica was not unexpected.

Along The Ad Routes

by Mike Reilly Welcome to the “Deep Freeze” that happened over last week! Temperatures Friday were near 50 degrees and on Saturday in the mid 20s.

Good bye Mr. Baseball

by J. Patrick Reilly In the last few days we laid to rest President Jimmy Carter, said good bye to President Joe Biden as his term ended and held an inauguration for President Donald Trump.

Smart Community Decisions

Dear Editor, Since the city council has committed to agree to purchase a steep hillside from Robert and Edith Goodweiler for a half million dollars for a building development I am concerned as well as many are, or should be.