NEWS
Local Photographer to Compete in the 2026 International Photographic Competition
A photograph created by Erin Reddy Wolff of E Reddy Wolff Photography in Grant County has recently been accepted as a finalist in the Professional Photographers of America’s 2026 International Photographic Competition.
Mineral Point Historical Society Announces Winter Lyceum Series 2026
Mineral Point, WI — The Mineral Point Historical Society is pleased to announce its Winter Lyceum Series 2026, a lineup of three engaging and informative presentations exploring regional history, culture, and the natural world.
Local artist paints with beer in Wrangler/Coors Banquet Collection w
The famous beer, Coors, and the famous clothing line Wrangler wanted to get together for a joint salute to their brands feeling they are the “Best in the West.”
Barneveld School Board celebrates 4-star state rating, academic gains, and approves future calendars
By John Dalton At the Barneveld Regular School Board meeting on December 10th, in her Building Report, Principal Heather Schmitz recognized 19 students at the high school level at the end of Term 1 Achievement noting all met an Academic Award level determined by their term grade point averages.
Thompson found not competent to stand trial in Iowa County Court
23-year-old Gavin Thompson, the man accused of killing a 67-year-old Dodgeville woman, Dorinda Segebrecht, in July of 2025, was found not competent to stand trial during a court hearing held Friday, December 12 in Iowa County Court.
Spurley retires after three decades of hospice work
Pam Spurley found her calling in an area most people don’t want to talk about.
District Administrator issues message for community
Dodgeville school district District Administrator Ryan Bohnsack has a message to share with the community.
I-G board starts search for new administrator
After 46 years with a career in education Michael Shimshak is retiring.
Dodgeville Council Reviews Budget Oversights, Approves Contracts, and Continues Search for Police Officer
By John Dalton At Tuesday’s Dodgeville Common Council Regular Meeting, Police Chief Brandon Wilhelm reported that November had 287 calls for service, a 13% increase from last year. He said for the year 3,336 calls have been called in, an increase of 22%
Public meeting scheduled for Hwy 23 in Iowa County
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is conducting a public involvement meeting to discuss two rehabilitation projects on WIS 23 from Commerce Street to US 151 and from Water Street to Dodge Street in Mineral Point, Iowa County.
Girls on the Run program has successful start w
The Girls on the Run Program came to the Dodgeville School District this fall and formed a team of 13 …
Highland board receives updates
The Highland school board handled routine matters and heard reports at their meeting last Wednesday.
County board approves 2026 budget
The Iowa County Board had no opposition to the budget it presented at a budget hearing last Wednesday.
