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Thu
20
Aug

Burch wins Republican primary for Sauk County sheriff

Matt Burch will advance in the race for Sauk County sheriff after last Tuesday’s Primary Election.

Thu
20
Aug

Academic honors list as of Aug. 18, 2026

Area residents have made the honors and dean’s lists at their respective colleges. Here is a listing of those students along with all related information provided by their schools.

Wed
19
Aug

Local participants in the Wisconsin State Fair

The Wisconsin State Fair is a cherished summer tradition. Celebrating its 175th year, the fair originated in Janesville in 1851. 
Local residents traveled to West Allis to present their livestock entries during competition at the Wisconsin State Fair.
Wed
19
Aug

Spring Green, Plain, and Lone Rock Library Notes

Spring Green
By Emily Whitmore, Library Director
 
Wed
19
Aug

At the Library: Ruth Culver

POKÉMON MEET-UP
Wednesday, August 26, 4:00pm
Bring your Pokémon cards to the Ruth Culver Community Library and meet with other Pokémon enthusiasts to battle, trade, and play. For Pokémon Go players, we will also have a lure on one of our local Pokéstops.
 
Wed
19
Aug

At the Library: George Culver

The George Culver Community Library is located at 615 Phillips Blvd. and is open Monday - Thursday from 9:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m., Friday from 9:00 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. The phone number is 608-643-8346.
 
Wed
19
Aug

Sauk Prairie Healthcare named best hospital for hip and knee replacements

Sauk Prairie Healthcare has been named among U.S. News & World Report’s 2026-27 Best Hospitals as a high-performing hospital for both hip replacement and knee replacement. This is the highest distinction a hospital can earn as part of U.S. News’ Best Hospitals Procedures & Conditions ratings.  
Wed
19
Aug

Back to school vaccine clinic

Public Health Sauk County is partnering with O’Connell Pharmacy to offer a back-to-school vaccine clinic on Aug. 20 to help local students meet immunizations needed for the upcoming school year.  The clinic will take place from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. in Room B24 of the West Square Building, located at 505 Broadway St. in Baraboo.

Wed
19
Aug

Other election results

In the Wisconsin Assembly race for District 40, Incumbent Democrat Karen DeSanto won her primary, as did Republican challenger Julie Helmer
In the Wisconsin Assembly race for District 42, Incumbent Democract Maureen McCarville won her primary, as did Republican challenger Keith Miller
Wed
19
Aug

Concordia United Methodist Church donates to Pathway Home of South Central Wisconsin


Pathway Home of South Central Wisconsin received a donation from the Concordia Memorial Fund on Aug. 5. The agency provides shelter and comprehensive case management services to people experiencing homelessness in Baraboo, Wisconsin, and the surrounding area. Pathway Home has helped more than 200 individuals find stable housing. Through its outreach programs, the agency has also helped countless others access the resources and support they need. Concordia United Methodist Church in Prairie du Sac is pleased to assist the organization in its ministry. Pictured, from left, are Bruce and Leslie Koch, Pathway Home Director Wendy Schneider, Heidi Halling and Gina Accola.
Pathway Home of South Central Wisconsin received a donation from the Concordia Memorial Fund on Aug. 5.  

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