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Remember to vote on or before November 3

Make plans to vote in next week’s General Election on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Voters must remember to bring an acceptable photo identification, such as a Wisconsin DOT-issued driver’s license, …
Deputy Caleb Leschke's father, Brandon Leschke, Chief of Weyauwega Police Department, had the honor of pinning the Waushara County badge on his son.

Ceremony recognized three Law Enforcement Academy Grads at County Board of Supervisors' October meeting

On Oct. 20, the Waushara County Board of Supervisors recognized the swearing-in of three Fox Valley Public Safety recipients, including Caleb Leschke, Adam Young, and Maria Pelegrin. The graduates …

Wild Rose School Board discusses future goals and considers senior traditions

The Wild Rose School Board discussed future goals for each school and the district at length during its recent meeting at the elementary school on Oct. 22. Elementary principal Matt Wilbert …

Poy Sippi celebrates 100 years of service to the Tustin area

On Oct. 24, Poy Sippi Volunteer Fire Department hosted an Open House at their Tustin Station to celebrate 100 years of continuous fire service to the Tustin area and unveil the new memorial. On Oct. …
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Opinion and Editorial

On Gravity

Dear Reader, There’s a peculiar comfort in floating—in those moments when ideas soar, ambitions lift us skyward, and possibilities seem limitless. We drift among clouds of our own making, …

The heart and mission of 920Pink

What started as a diagnosis has become a close and personal mission for 920Pink founder, Tiffany Morrin. Earlier this year, she was devastated to find out she was diagnosed with stage 1 triple-negative mammary carcinoma.

Finding Balance Beyond the Fortress

Dear Reader, Superman had it figured out, or so we thought as kids when reading our comic books. When things got overwhelming, he’d retreat to his Fortress of Solitude—that crystalline …

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Local Fundraisers

Sleep in Heavenly Peace ensures no kid sleeps on the floor in our community

Last week, Sleep in Heavenly Peace was able to provide five bed setups to children in need in our county. The delivery/setup team helped to deliver and set up the to the happy Waushara County children: Dave, Mike, Rick and Jim, all team members of Sleep in Heavenly Peace. Sleep in Heavenly Peace is a local initiative providing bed setups to children ages 3-17, ensuring everyone in our county is getting a good night’s rest.
Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP), a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the motto “no kid sleeps on the floor in our town!”, provides free beds to children in need across …

The County Cupboard: Serving your spooky season needs and beyond

A few County Cupboard staff members: Elizabeth Richards (manager), Jaime Vincent (float/beautifier), Juliana Scray (float/clerk), "rat baby", then tucked in back there is Jan Dukelow (homeware/linens) with Jaemy Eggum (Lead) and the new receiving members John Sobrilsky (Receiving)
If you’re still looking for the right costume for this Halloween, look no further than the County Cupboard. After a large anonymous donation of new, unopened costumes, you are sure to find the …

Waushara County Libraries care: Help Menasha rebuild

Many people may not realize that the Menasha Public Library is one of our sister libraries. Through the Winnefox Library System, libraries across Waushara County and Menasha share resources every …

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Sports
Addyson Rettler goes on the attack with force.

Lady Penguins stand proud in Regional volleyball action

The Tri-County Lady Penguins (#8 seed) came together for the WIAA volleyball playoffs this past week. The Tri-County Lady Penguins (#8 seed) packed the gym for the first round of WIAA volleyball …
Emily Lauer hits the ball towards a hole in the Lady Cougars defense.

Lady Penguins edge out Lady Cougars in first round of Regionals

The Tri-County Lady Penguins (#8 seed) packed the gym for the first round of WIAA volleyball playoffs against the Coleman Lady Cougars (#9 seed) on Oct. 20. Both teams battled it out in five evenly …
Ashton Lehouillier (#14) dashes for the ball for Penguins’ control.

Penguins nipped by the Northern Lutheran Wildcats

The Tri-County Penguins fell just short of a win, as the Northern Lutheran Wildcats nipped the hosts in a 2-3 TC loss. The team would have better luck after traveling to Adams-Friendship on Oct. …

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Government
The Hancock Village Board met for its regular monthly meeting on Oct. 19, where they heard from the new building owner of a Hancock church. “Rebel” Ray Gasser commented on his love for the …
It was a brief, yet informative village board meeting at Redgranite Village Hall on Oct. 20. The library update once again sparked a lengthy discussion on the heavy workload and high demand of the …
The Wild Rose Village Board met at Village Hall on Oct. 7. Dylan Testin was scheduled to speak but yielded his time to Sam Wood when called. Wood reminded everyone that he is the largest business …

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Felonies recorded in Waushara County

Phoenix Rose Knueppel, Wisconsin Rapids, was in court on Oct. 28 on a count of Bail Jumping-Felony and a count of Possession of THC (2 nd + Offense). Based on the non-appearance the Court authorizes …

Felonies recorded in Waushara County

Joseph Eugene Schook, Jefferson, was in court on Oct. 23 on a count of Forgery, a count of Misappropriate ID Info – Obtain Money, a count of Theft-Movable Property-Special Facts, and a count of …

Felonies recorded in Waushara County

Phoenix Rose Knueppel, Wisconsin Rapids, was in court on Oct. 19 on a count of Possession of THC (2 nd + Offense) and a count of Bail Jumping-Felony. A status conference is scheduled for Oct. 28. …

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Latest News
The Wautoma Common Council approved two Public Safety Committee recommendations for signage in the city at the regular monthly meeting held at City Hall on Oct. 12. A No Parking sign and a Dead-End …
Mary Marks and Diane Nelson of Plover were ready for an evening of music, basket raffles and relaxing.
Sunny skies with a light breeze set the scene for the Waushara County Ice Age Trail Alliance’s fall color celebration hike on the Chaffee Creek Segment near Coloma. Nearly 70 hikers chose between a …
The Wautoma School Board was presented with plans to launch a community-driven fundraising campaign to upgrade district athletic facilities at its regular meeting on Oct. 12. The athletic …
Shawn’s Pumpkin Bowling has become a fan-favorite at Harvest Fest each year.
The fourth annual Harvest Fest was held at Redgranite’s Willow Creek Park on Oct. 10, bringing to life the festivities of the fall season. This event is meant to create community spirit while …

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Schools
Dom shares a moment with close friends and Wautoma alumni Bryn Ascher, Kendall Gustke, Joe Ascher, Isai Lezama and Peter Idsvoog following Friday night's Senior Night football game against Adams-Friendship.
The Wautoma community came together Friday night, Oct. 9, to celebrate the return of senior football player Dominick (Dom) Rooney, whose medical emergency prompted an outpouring of support from …
Delaney Omernick digs the ball to save the point.
The night did not go as planned for the Almond-Bancroft Lady Eagles while hosting conference opponents, the Pacelli Lady Cardinals, on Oct. 6. The Lady Eagles were dealt with a 0-3 loss, with set …
Rylee Kratz goes for the kill.
The Wautoma Lady Hornets took on the Adams-Friendship Lady Green Devils during conference volleyball action on Oct. 8. The visiting team would shut out the hosts 0-3 for a Wautoma loss, with set …

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Arts and Entertainment
Fall is here, and it’s time for the Annual Scarecrow Festival in Neshkoro. The event will be held on Saturday, Oct. 10 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Stan-O-Gene Park, which is located on Hwy 73 just …
Cara Larson, co-owner of Wild Pines Coffee in Redgranite, offered some fall drink samples.
The big day is Saturday, Oct. 10, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Do you recognize where we are? All this open land to fill with the Village of Redgranite’s Fourth Annual Harvest Fest at Willow Creek Park. Be …

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Traveling Waushara
The feature vehicle for the 2026 Wild Rose Classic Car Show is this 1977 Chevrolet K10 Step Side pick-up truck owned by Steve and Kris Dorsett of Wild Rose.
The Wild Rose Classic Car Show has become one of the most well-respected events in Waushara County. Last year’s show, the first ever held on the grounds of the Wild Rose Fire Department, was also …
Ice Age Trail Coordinators, Carl & Julie Mesman, and hiker Leigh Johnson get a photo with Monty the mammoth.
“Adventure Awaits” as people embarked on the Bannerman Trail 5K run/roll/walk.  It was a beautiful day to participate in the Waushara County Walk-the-Waush event, which was held over …
Paul Piechowski with his Cracknola tent at the Vendor Fair at the Veterans Memorial Park. Cracknola is all-natural and homemade with local Henry's Honey, making it Something Special from Wisconsin. Photo by Marisa Jewell, Argus Correspondent

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Obituaries
 Mark Tompkins
Mark Tompkins, son of David and Donna Tompkins of Wautoma, WI, passed away on August 23, 2026, and is survived by one sister (Dawn), five brothers (Craig, Dean, Dale, Mike, Chris, five sisters-in-law …
Susan S. Henke
Susan S. Henke, age 77, of Almond, passed away October 28, 2026 at Bethany Home in Waupaca. She was born September 24, 1949 in Liverpool, England, the daughter of John F. and Joan (Callaway) Boeck. …
Stacy Metcalf
Stacy M. Metcalf (née Kruger), age 65, was called home on Monday, November 2, 2026, at Juliette Manor in Berlin, surrounded by her loving family, following a courageous battle with cancer. …
Gregory Steven Barczak
Gregory Steven Barczak
Gregory Steven Barczak was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose larger than-life personality, generous heart, and love for his family left a lasting impression on …
Amy Lynne Holzwart
Amy Lynne Holzwart
Amy Lynne Holzwart was born December 10, 1959, in Elmhurst, Illinois, to Arlene R. Rasmussen (nee McKnight) and Russell F. Rasmussen. She came to Wisconsin in 1962 and grew up in Germania, WI, with …

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