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Tri-County School District considers co-ops for the 2028 season

The Tri-County School Board heard input and voted on a co-op football team with Almond-Bancroft during its regular meeting on Sept. 22. There were mixed opinions among community members on the …

Something bigger than yourself starts at Wautoma Airport

What if the skills, experience and interests of people in the Waushara County area could be brought together in service to something larger than themselves? That is the opportunity behind an …

Hancock Board holds town hall on the future of the police department and water utility

The Hancock Village Board met for a town hall on Sept. 12 to give the public an opportunity to voice opinions and ask questions about a recent newsletter mailed out to residents of the village …

New student club introduced to Wautoma School Board

The Wautoma School Board was introduced to a new high school club during its regular meeting on Sept. 14. SALT (Student Athlete Leadership Team) is a new student-led club with the goal of turning …
Opinion and Editorial

The Risk Worth Taking

Dear Reader, I’ve been thinking lately about how we relate to one another—really connect—and what makes some relationships flourish while others never quite take root. It starts …

Paradise 2.0

Dear Reader, I have come to believe the world was never meant to be the Garden of Eden. It was meant to be a playground. Eden, as the story goes, was a finished place. Everything was …

The Hidden Victory in Losing

Dear Reader, Everybody loves a winner. The trophies, the accolades, the flowers and roses—they all go to those who finish first. Winners get remembered, celebrated, lifted up. And the losers? …
Local Fundraisers

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 …

ACEC awards grant for updated electrical for Hancock Park Restoration

Trish Kujawa, Debra Lackey, and Marilyn Hutkowski. Not pictured is Breonna Klabunde.
Earlier this summer, Hancock Park Restoration Inc (HPR) was awarded a grant from Adams-Columbia Electric Cooperative’s (ACEC) Operation Round-Up program for $2,500 to support electrical upgrades …

Garden bed project brings fresh produce to Waushara County Food Pantry

A before and after overhead view of the garden bed space behind the pantry.
The Waushara County Food Pantry is bringing fresh produce to local families in need through a $3,000 grant awarded from the Adams Columbia Electric Cooperative (ACEC). ACEC awarded the pantry a …
Sports
Wautoma senior Dom Rooney (72) leads the Hornets onto the field earlier this season. Rooney and his family have received an outpouring of support from schools, athletic programs and community members following a medical emergency during Friday night’s game at Waupun.

Hornets fall to Waupun as communities rally around injured senior

The Wautoma Hornets fell to Waupun Warriors 20-46 in an away game on Oct. 2, but by the end of the evening, the final score had become secondary as concern turned to senior Dom Rooney. Wautoma …
The offensive line getting ready for the next play.

Wildcats claw away at a Homecoming victory

On Friday, Oct. 3, the Wild Rose Wildcats took on Wisconsin Heights for their Homecoming Football Game. Senior Landon Anderson got the Wildcats on the board early with a 58-yard touchdown. …
Government
The Wild Rose School Board gathered on Sept. 10 in the boardroom to discuss key initiatives and decisions affecting the district. The board continued discussions on the formation of the new School …
Wautoma Police Chief Paul Mott reported to the Common Council on Sept. 14 the department had canceled their Flock system (automated license plate readers) contract because it did not comply with the …
Megan Kapp, Waushara County Administrator, presented the 2027 Proposed Budget to the Waushara County Board of Supervisors on Sept. 15 at their regular meeting held at the Waushara County Government …
Courts

Felonies recorded in Waushara County

Dylan M. Ladik, Plainfield, was in court on Sept. 10 on a count of Arson of Building w/o Owner’s Consent. The Court finds probable cause. NG plea entered. The Court does not lower the cash bond …

Felonies recorded in Waushara County

Trevor S. Rehwinkel, Plainfield, was in court on Sept. 3 on a count of Possession of Methamphetamine, a count of Possession of THC (2 nd + Offense), a count of Possess Drug Paraphernalia to …

Waushara County requesting assistance tracking missing person

On Sept. 1, at approximately 7:45 a.m., the Waushara County Sheriff's Office received a call regarding a missing person / welfare check. The missing person was identified as Matthew J. Krause DOB …

Latest News
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 …
Did you ever think…. “I know I paid a Wheel Tax, but I don’t know what the money is used for”? Your investment has already gone towards many improvements in Redgranite, including road …
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 …
On Sept 2, the Wild Rose Village Board convened at the Village Hall, where they welcomed input from four residents who shared their insights and concerns. Firstly, Rachelle Towne addressed the Board …
Schools
The Almond-Bancroft Lady Eagles were faced with a tough loss to the Pittsville Lady Panthers on Sept. 24. The Eagles fell 0-3, with scores of 11-25, 14-25, and 12-25. The Lady Eagles record …
Editorials
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 …
Hancock residents and visitors gathered over the Labor Day weekend for a two-day celebration marked by hometown pride, volunteer service and support for local students. The annual event was …
Each year, Redgranite hosts one of the best and longest-running Labor Day Festivals in the State of Wisconsin. And this year will be no different. The annual four-day festival, organized by the …
Traveling Waushara
“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 …
The Redgranite Quarry Committee finalized plans for Labor Day weekend during their latest meeting. The quarry will open for swimming on Saturday, Sept. 5, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The park will also …
Obituaries
Lawrence Ziaya
Lawrence Ziaya
Dorothy Ann Caves Ladwig, age 90, passed away on October 3, 2026, at Silver Lake Manor in Wautoma, Wisconsin, surrounded by the love and memories of a family who meant everything to her. Dorothy …
Dorothy Ann Caves Ladwig
Dorothy Ann Caves Ladwig
Dorothy Ann Caves Ladwig, age 90, passed away on October 3, 2026, at Silver Lake Manor in Wautoma, Wisconsin, surrounded by the love and memories of a family who meant everything to her. Dorothy …
Delton Franks
Delton Franks, age 98, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 28, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 11, 1928, in Nekoosa, Wisconsin, the son of Lloyd and …
Marlin L. Marks
Marlin L. Marks
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we announce the passing of Marlin L. Marks, who passed away on September 24th, 2026, at the age of 84. Marlin left this world having …
Harlan Johnson
Harlan Johnson, age 76 of rural Redgranite passed away Friday morning, October 2, 2026 at his home in the Township of Leon, Waushara County. In keeping with Harlan’s wishes, there will be no …
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