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Reedsburg Public Library’s fall schedule is in full swing for adults with two book discussions, a writing group, and a cookbook discussion on the docket monthly for the foreseeable future. All are held virtually on the Zoom platform.

Travis Murnane, 5, finished the 1,000 Books before Kindergarten program at the Reedsburg Public Library. This free early literacy program encourages parents and guardians to read to children before they start school. For more details, stop by the library. 

Brett Bolt received a $500 scholarship from the Reedsburg Utility Commission. He is seen here with the utility’s General Manager, Brett Schuppner. Bolt plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison to study electrical engineering this fall.

The Orphan Grain Train has honored Gary Williams for his contributions to those in need. Dennis and Betty Andreasen, right, presented the Friend of Orphan Grain Train Award to Williams, left, who is head of the Reedsburg Summer Outdoor Adventure Club.

A Reedsburg resident is among this year’s recipients of Sauk Prairie Healthcare Foundation scholarships.

Hannah Eberle, a nursing assistant at the Reedsburg Area Medical Center Surgery Center, won the James & Delores Staff Memorial Nursing Scholarship.

A Reedsburg man was cited for disorderly conduct after he reportedly brought a dead skunk to Reedsburg City Hall.

The 20th annual Lazy Beaver Canoe and Kayak Race on the Baraboo River was originally scheduled to take place July 25.

It was postponed this spring due to the uncertainties of COVID-19 but has been rescheduled for Saturday, Sept. 12.

The local Knights of Columbus group is planning its Tootsie Roll Drive for Sept. 18 and 19.

Viking Village Foods, with the help of numerous area sponsors, will host the 13th Annual Reedsburg Great Steak Challenge on Wednesday, Sept. 16, from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Viking Village Foods parking lot.

It’s a milestone year for Sacred Heart Church’s Fall Festival.

Due to COVID-19, the festival is changing a bit. Normally there would be in-person activities, such as a car show and dunk tank, and food. However, in light of community health concerns, this year’s festival will feature only a raffle and online auction.