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Library board lifts mask requirement Face coverings still encouraged to protect those who aren’t vaccinated

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	Brodhead Memorial Public Library policy will no longer require patrons to wear masks but their use will be strongly encouraged.

By Dan Moeller, CORRESPONDENT Beginning immediately, the Brodhead library won’t require patrons to wear masks. Instead, library board members said last week that masks are “highly encouraged and much appreciated to protect children and others who are unable to be vaccinated.” Before the change, masks were required for anyone 5 […]

 
 

All in for a weekend of fun in Orfordville Community comes together for June Days festival

By Katelyn Black, Correspondent Orfordville’s June Days is back with another year of fun for kids, adults and food-lovers alike. The fun starts on Friday, June 18, with events including the Sons of the American Legion corn boil, ax-throwing and a softball tournament at Purdy Park. The fun continues Saturday […]

 
 

ONALEE M. RUNAAS

ONALEE M. RUNAAS

Onalee Marie Runaas, age 42, passed away peacefully while surrounded by her family on March 14, 2021, at Agrace Hospice Care inpatient facility in Janesville. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed in her memory to the Albany Lions Club or McCarthy Nursing Home in Stoughton. A service of […]

 
 

WENDY K. (FINK) DELANEY

WENDY K. (FINK) DELANEY

Wendy Kay (Fink) Delaney died at home peacefully on Dec. 10, 2020. A wonder of a woman beloved for her sense of humor, grace and generosity, she is survived by her daughter, Margaret Delaney; her partner and love, Timothy Mullins; her brother-in-law, Don (Stella) Wolter; her nephew, Ardell (Pam) Wolter; […]

 
 

CLARA J. DOBSON

CLARA J. DOBSON

Clara June Dobson, age 93, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2021, at the Rock Haven Nursing Home in Janesville. Clara was born Dec. 30, 1927, in Milwaukee, the daughter of Perl and Leah (Smith) Bullock. Clara graduated from Black River Falls High School in 1945 and later married Glen […]

 
 

Brodhead softball keeps it rolling in June Homers, great pitching put girls in the win column

By Trenten Scheidegger,  Correspondent Brodhead softball was already off to a good start to their 2021 season, going 11-1 in the months of April and May. That success has carried over into June, as they have gone 4-0 since the turn of the calendar. On June 1, the Cardinals kicked […]

 
 

Pedal power: Special needs students ride their way to therapy, relaxation Grant helps school district expand equipment offerings

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	Brodhead students Jesse Douglas and Jayden Hanson enjoy some time outside pedaling the new side-by-side tricycle that’s specially adapted for students with special needs.  Grant money was used to purchase two tricycles.

By Margaret Plevak, Correspondent Biking can be a relaxing, enjoyable activity for many, but for people with autism, who often need extra physical support to ride, finding the right bike isn’t always easy. Thanks to a grant from The Arc of Green County, which is the local chapter of a […]

 
 

Brodhead Senior Prom was held outside on Saturday, May 1

Connor Green and Madelynn McIntyre were named senior prom king and queen.

The Brodhead senior prom court is all smiles. In the front row from the left are Nataley Bump, Kassy Berget, Jenna Ils, Madelynn McIntyre, Bailey Matthys and Hailey Elmer. In the back from left are Connor Green, CJ Kamholz, Christian Wilkins, Braden Cook, Devon Anderson and Grant Gretebeck.

 
 

Junior Prom goes on at Brodhead High School

Junior Prom goes on at Brodhead High School

Brodhead High School Junior prom was held outdoors on Saturday, May 1, at the high school. In the front row are paiges Aubrey Gulden and Dustin Moe. In the second row from left are Cora Hafen, Queen Kyleigh Raupp, Ellie Yates, Kiarra Moe, Jersey Medenwaldt and Madisyn Kail. In the […]

 
 

LINDA L. WAHL

LINDA L. WAHL

Linda Lea Wahl, age 69, passed away while at the St. Elizabeth Manor in Footville. Linda was born on April 24, 1952, in Monroe, Wisconsin, the daughter of Fritz and Lois (Reasa) Friedly. Linda enjoyed playing cards, reading, watching the Packers and doing puzzles. Linda is survived by her son, […]