Once thought to be an unhealthy experience, researchers now know that feelings of nostalgia can promote greater social connectedness and a deeper sense of meaning and purpose.

At its June 2 board meeting, Tomah’s Board of Education approved the implementation of a four-day, all day 4K program, ...

With millions of kids attending camp each summer in the U.S., parents are gearing up for the return of swim days, tie-dye crafts, and nature hikes. Whether it's their first camp or their ...

When the ground thawed this year, crews got to work taking apart and removing the old, damaged playground at Fisherman’s Park, located just off East Avenue, along the shores of Perch Lake. The Herald ...

Meal prices could increase at Sparta Area School District next school year, along with ending the universal free breakfast program for 4K-4 th grade. At the school district’s Committee of a Whole ...

160 Years ago (1865) The 1,100-acre Arlington National Cemetery was obtained by the war department for $92.07. The property was formerly owned by Mary Lee, wife of Confederate General Robert E. Lee.

Dr. Chai Lee has been named as Tomah High School’s new principal for the 2025-26 school year. Tomah Area School District Board of Education approved to choose Dr. Chai Lee for the role at its June 13 ...

At the Sparta Area School District (SASD) committee of the whole meeting, June 9 Superintendent Sam Russ provided an update on the approved $87 million capital referendum’s progress and offered an ...

The Sparta High School boys track and field team crowned two individual conference champions on Saturday, May 17, at the MVC meet at UW-La Crosse. Senior Grant Geier won the 400-meter dash in 50.38 ...

The Sparta city council convened at 6:00 pm on May 14, 2025, for its monthly meeting. The highlights are listed below. The full meeting notes can be found on the Sparta city website at … ...

Atlin Steinhoff ended his high school track and field career on just about the highest note possible. With his final throw in the discus finals at the WIAA Division 1 state meet on Saturday, June 7, ...

Just what does it take to get to state? As one may guess, skill, talent, preparation and proper training. However, there’s also a bit of luck - good or bad - that plays a role. At the Division 3 track ...