Articles from the November 19, 2020 edition
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Monticello Christmas Stocking Update
As the holidays approach, we want to extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who has generously supported Monticello’s Christmas Stocking Fund over the years! We are incredibly grateful for the...
Green's Prairie Cemetery Veterans Day Observance
On November 11, 2020, American veterans, past and present, were honored during a flagpole dedication ceremony attended by approximately 25 people at G...
Belleville Community Giving Tree
The Giving Tree will take place this year with a few changes. For the safety of all involved, we will be collecting cash, check and online donations only. Your generous donations will be welcome...
Green County Public Health Recommends Staying Home For the Holidays During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Green County Public Health officials are urging community members to avoid gathering in person with people from different households this holiday season. This year, make changes to your family’s hol...
National Honor Society and SkillsUSA Join Forces for Food Drive
2020 has been a difficult year, and for many, the need for donations is greater than ever. New Glarus National Honor Society and SkillsUSA are collaborating this year in the attempt to make at least o...
Finding a New Horizon Line: Teaching Art in a Virtual Curriculum
At the Belleville High School, things look a little different this fall but in a beautiful way. Since classes are currently being conducted...
Looking Back at "News of the Men In Service"
November 21, 1945 Jacob Sommer, who has been a patient at the Veterans Hospital at Wood, Wisconsin, the past 13 months was dismissed on Tuesday and is visiting friends here for some time. He was...
Surprised at Sentence
To the Editor, While reading the article on Monticello felon received forty two months for possessing ammunition, I was struck at how unlikely that seemed. In my days as a serial carouser, canvassing... Full story
Town of New Glarus Thanks to Voters, Poll Workers
Dear Editor, The Town of New Glarus would like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who assisted at the polls on November 3. Ruth Elmer, Leslie Brugger, Vicki Sasso, Deb Schilt, and Pat Klossner ... Full story
Not Working for Over 200 Days
Dear Editor, How long would you keep your refrigerator if it conked out and didn’t work? A day? A week? A month? How about 200 days? Would it bother you if, during a long Wisconsin winter, your... Full story
KATHLEEN M. MARTY
Kathleen M. Marty, age 76 of Monticello, passed away Thursday, November 12, 2020, at the Monroe Clinic Hospital. She was born the daughter of Dwayne... Full story
KERRY K. WIDISH
Kerry Kathleen (Edwards) Widish, age 53, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 12, 2020, at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison, WI. She was born... Full story
BRUCE W. GREER
Bruce W. Greer, age 54, passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2020. He was born on February 15, 1966, the son of Wayden and Lois (Mather) Greer. Bruce... Full story
Belleville Girls Basketball Prepares for 2020-21 Season
Belleville Girls Basketball prepare for a season like they have not seen before dealing with all the hurdles that will come with COVID-19. The 2020-21 Belleville Girls basketball team plans on...
Belleville Kiwanis Continues Service
During these times of uncertainty, Belleville Kiwanis is still here. We have had to reduce the scope of service projects and curtail public exposure and fundraising. Our chili/taco dinner combined wit...
Belleville Community Blood Drive
Belleville is hosting a Blood Drive on Tuesday, November 24, 2020, from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., at St. Mary of Lourdes, 221 Frederick Street. All blood donations are now tested for COVID-19...
Monticello FCCLA Collects 600 Pounds of Food for Green Cares
The Monticello FCCLA collected 600 pounds of non-perishable food items and toiletries during our Trick-or-Donate. We were able to collect $35.00 to...
Santa's Workshop Cancelled
Santa’s Workshop has been cancelled this year. We hope to be back up and running again next year! Please keep in mind that Christmas is not cancelled, just our option for gift giving from kids. To...
Monticello High School Blood Drive
The Monticello High School is hosting a Blood Drive on Tuesday, December 15, 2020, from 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., in the Rehmstedt Gym at the school, 334 S. Main Street in Monticello. By donating at this...
Dedication of Wading Pool in New Glarus
Dedication of the wading pool addition at the New Glarus pool, circa 1959....
Giving Tuesday for New Glarus Library
Don’t you wish a dollar was worth more than a dollar, not less? You can have your wish come true on December 1. December 1st is Giving Tuesday and the Friends of the New Glarus Library are...
Sharing Christmas Memories
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas – and we need your help! We at the Swiss Historical Village and New Glarus Historical Society were so looking forward to celebrating the 175th...
Village Of New Glarus Nomination Procedure For Running For Village Offices
Candidates for local office in the Village of New Glarus can begin circulating Nomination Papers on December 1, 2020. The Spring Election will have the Village President and three Trustee positions...
TDS Expanding 1Gig Footprint in New Glarus
TDS Telecom (TDS®) is expanding TDS Fiber services in New Glarus. Construction will begin this fall and is expected to deliver 1Gig internet, TV, and phone service to more than 1,000 New Glarus...