Regional

Its water level may be low this year but the Baraboo River is still in high demand for recreation.

A major log jam clearing effort has taken place the river, which flows through Sauk County from just outside Wonewoc to the Wisconsin River, in which it empties near Portage.

“Plant diseases are shifty enemies.” ~E.C. Stakman

Those who are interested in installing solar features on their buildings or land now have until Sept. 30.

The Grow Solar Sauk County program has extended its deadline beyond the initial Aug. 31. Homeowners and commercial property owners can go through the program to secure competitive prices on materials.

A $1 million grant will help Sauk County serve residents who are struggling with opioid and other substance addictions.

The following meetings are scheduled and will be held at the West Square Building in Baraboo unless otherwise noted.

The address is 505 Broadway.

For up-to-date agendas and locations, including room numbers, visit www.co.sauk.wi.us.

The Sauk County Historical Society will delve into some of the former tourist sites Lake Delton and Wisconsin Dells.

Ed White will depart his post as executive director of Sauk County Development Corp.

His last day is Aug. 27.

According to White, he is leaving economic development to take a job with Forward Services Corp. in Madison, where he will train employees.