The Portage Center for the Arts 2024 Performing Arts Scholarship winner Liliona Rubeck of Wisconsin Dells. She received a $500 award on May 13. She plans to pursue a degree in performance arts at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater this fall.
The Portage Center for the Arts 2024 Visual Arts Scholarship winner is Emily Johnson of Pardeeville. She received a $500 award on May 3 in front of a selection of her original artwork featured in the Portage High School Art Exhibit at PCA's Drury Gallery. She plans to pursue a degree in inte…
Now living in Alaska, Portage native Vickie Detert is signing copies of her newest book, "S P Ellingbee" with bonus story-poem "The Wise Old Owl," from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Pizza Ranch in Portage.
Several Portage organizations received a helpful visit from a group of Pardeeville High School students who are all about service for a new districtwide initiative.
Evolving efforts at the plate and a dominant outing on the mound highlighted this week's top performances. Meet this week's stars.
We’re amid the season where those who have committed to further their education may be donning the odd-looking mortarboard hats that only appear at graduation time for most. Whether that means completing high school, college, tech school or whatever the chosen pursuit, graduation is a time f…
“Caw, caw, caw.” My backyard crows demand my attention. I imagine you have crows in your area, too. I feed my murder of crows regularly. They enjoy leftovers, sunflower seeds, dog food and peanuts in the shell. They, in turn, help watch over our property.
We’re amid the season where those who have committed to further their education may be donning the odd-looking mortarboard hats that only appear at graduation time for most. Whether that means completing high school, college, tech school or whatever the chosen pursuit, graduation is a time f…
“Caw, caw, caw.” My backyard crows demand my attention. I imagine you have crows in your area, too. I feed my murder of crows regularly. They enjoy leftovers, sunflower seeds, dog food and peanuts in the shell. They, in turn, help watch over our property.
Portage Center for the Arts, 301 E. Cook St., will host a Create a Play in a Day Performance, devised by students enrolled in Zona Gale Young People's Theatre programming at 7 p.m. Saturday.
Chelsea is a 3 ½-year-old mixed breed, medium—up to 44 pounds fully grown/mix who was surrendered due to allergies. She is a sweet girl who weighs about 39 pounds. She is housetrained and doesn’t require a crate so once she’s used to your routine, she should adjust well to your schedule. Che…
Photos of the Golden Eagles hosting the Chiefs in a South Central Conference game on Tuesday, May 14 at Woodside Sports Complex in Mauston.
ProgramsPokémon Club at 3:45 p.m. May 20, for children in grades 2-5 meet in the Children’s Program Room. Students in grades 6-8 meet in the Teen Programming Room. Bring your cards if you are interested in trading.
Part of the Highway 113 project between Lodi and Okee in Columbia County, the Merrimac Ferry will be closed Wednesday and Thursday for resurfacing of the south landing leading to the ferry.
Portage Area United Way is accepting applications from agencies with funding needs. If interested, contact Pat Hartley, Board president, at phartley1@charter.net or 608-295-0689 or Jennifer Kinzler, campaign coordinator, at 608-393-0577.
Construction began Monday on a Wisconsin River Bridge project that will see two new bridges replace the existing near 60-year-old deteriorated ones.
A perfect game, milestone and big days at the plate highlight this week's performances. Vote for your favorite star.
A psychologist explains the importance of rituals. Here are seven that help high school athletes focus before their competitions.
Mary Rotar is the winner of Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital & Clinics’ DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. She is a registered nurse in the post-anesthesia care unit.
The state of Wisconsin revoked the wholesale dealer license for Highend Autos, LLC, 101 Skyline Drive 1 W067, Arlington for failing to properly follow administrative requirements.
Columbia County Dairy Promotion Committee will host the Columbia County Moo-Day Brunch from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 15 at Fifth Generation Homestead, N1484 O’Connor Road, Lodi, owned by John and Dawn Miller and their family, Tyler, Andrea, Sam, Scott, Herman and Colton.
Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters, 1824 E. Highway 33, Portage, will kick off its 2024 season with a plant sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.
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