Schools

The Bloomer rope jump contest was held on Saturday, Jan. 24. 

St. Peter's students were well represented at the rope jump competition. Five students participated: Julia Nolden (first grade), Vernon Kietzman (second grade), Heather Nolden (fourth grade), Charlie Larson (sixth grade), and Ellery Kruse (seventh grade). 

On the day before winter break, Prairie Ridge held its first-ever Leadership All Star Awards ceremony. At this assembly, veterans assisted in presenting awards to students who embody Prairie Ridge Intermediate School's “3 Rs” - Respectful, Responsible, and Resilient.

The Weston School District will hold a Red Cross blood drive from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 28.

Free snacks will be provided for all donors.

Those who give will also receive a coupon for a pint of custard from Culver’s, as well as points on toward the Red Cross rewards program.

Appointments and walk-ins will be welcome.

Reedsburg Area High School Choraliers is about to start its 2026 season.

The first show will be Jan. 10, which will be the Holmen Gathering of the Stars at Holmen High School.

The Weston School District shared information explaining this year’s property taxes.

According to the District, state aid dropped by more than $190,000 to Weston. With the decrease, the district has to rely more on local property taxes.

During the Dec. 15 Board of Education meeting, board members unanimously voted to put a referendum question on the April 7, 2026, General Election ballot. The board approved a question to address the need for additional operating funds.

Mrs. Nolden’s fifth grade class at Grand Avenue collected frosting, cake mix, and other necessities for a birthday. They decorated and filled 22 bags to donate to the food pantry.