Opinion

Wed
15
Dec

A View of the Valley

by Linda Schwanke No man is an island. We humans need each other. Now, during the giving season, is a good time to remind ourselves of that. As we celebrate the holidays – whatever holidays in whatever way – gathering in gratitude and goodwill together in groups large and small, remember those in need. 
Wed
15
Dec

District Administrator's Corner

by Loren Glasbrenner,  River Valley School District Administrator 
Fri
10
Dec

Stanek column: Hunting for pelts, wearing fur clothing have faded over time

Don’t you hate it when it’s colder than it looks outside?

Monday certainly looked like a more pleasant day than Sunday; at least the skies were sunny. But, oh, that wind. It was enough to make me wish I’d dug out my parka and earmuffs.

Fri
10
Dec

Nature and Society: Delighting in dinosaur bones

I've never had anything that was 66 million years old except rocks. But now, thanks to the Sauk Prairie Conservation Alliance's fundraising auction, I own a real dinosaur bone! I have a rib bone from an Edmontosaurus, a duck-billed dinosaur that grew to be 20 to 40 feet long!

Thu
09
Dec

The Book Nook

Human Connections   “The One in a Million Boy” by Monica Wood is a tale that hinges on heart-breaking loss, but it also provides an uplifting lesson in the power of love and friendship.  Quirky characters feature in this touching tale, which was published in 2016.
Wed
08
Dec

Letter: Why do politicians keep wasting money?

Remember John Lennon singing “Imagine?” He wanted us to imagine a world with peace and brotherhood and kindness. So, Imagine! Imagine a Wisconsin legislature that works for the benefit of all of us. 

Wed
08
Dec

Letter: Turkey Trot attracts runners of all ages

This past Thanksgiving, the Wonewoc Badgers hosted the return of their annual Turkey Trot, a 5K Run/Walk along with a ¼-mile Fun Run for the kids. Over 180 registrations were collected for the variety of options.

Awards were given as follows:

--¼ Mile Kids Fun Run: Tyler Roloff

--Best Dressed Participant: Krista Nowak

Wed
08
Dec

Letter: Nonprofits grateful for Hunters Night Out support

The Reedsburg Service Clubs – Lions, Jaycees, Knights of Columbus and Reedsburg Outdoor Club all wish to thank the community for supporting our annual Hunters Night Out Banquet.

Wed
08
Dec

Letter: Group plans to disband

The Reedsburg Old Settlers held a board meeting on December 4th, 2021. As a result of this meeting, the motion was made to disband the organization. The Reedsburg Old Settlers organization will officially disband as of January 31st, 2022.

Wed
08
Dec

Your Right to Know: Records shed light on Natural Resources Board shenanigans


Tony Wilkin Gibart. (Submitted photo)

The Natural Resources Board, an all-volunteer body that guides policy for the Department of Natural Resources, is part of Wisconsin’s tradition of open government.

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