Independent Register

Green County Volunteer Network set to launch

Interested in getting involved but not sure where to start?  Curious as to how your skills and strengths can be used to make a positive impact on Green County communities?  The new Green County Volunteer Network, launched yesterday, Tuesday, Nov. 29, will be an easy way to get connected with […]

 
 

Dorothy Mae Hanson

Dorothy Mae Hanson

Dorothy Mae Hanson, 85, of Albany passed away on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2016, at the Monroe Manor. She was born on Dec. 1, 1930, the daughter of Carl and Doris (Williams) Hanson in Dodgeville. Dorothy was united in marriage to Arlin C. Hanson on Oct. 27, 1948, in rural Blanchardvillle; […]

 
 

Donald D. Bolly

Donald D. Bolly

Donald D. Bolly, 81, of Brodhead, passed away on Monday, Nov. 21, 2016, at the Monroe Clinic Hospital in Monroe, Wis.  He was born on March 21, 1935, in Aurora, Ill., the son of Roland and Marion (Fauth) Bolly.  He married Carol J. McCaffrey on May 30, 1981, at the […]

 
 

Brodhead library faces reduced funding

By Dan Moeller, Correspondent The Brodhead Public Library is facing reduced funding from the city for the budget that begins in January. Deb Fox, Brodhead Alderman At Large, discussed the matter at the library board last week, library director Angela Noel said in an interview following the meeting. “Basically, the […]

 
 

Better Brodhead receives funding from Brodhead Area Community Foundation

Better Brodhead receives funding from Brodhead Area Community Foundation

Better Brodhead would like to thank the Brodhead Area Community Foundation for their generosity in funding the Strengthening Families Program.   This program is a nationally and internationally recognized parenting and family strengthening program for all families. This evidence-based program has been found to significantly improve parenting skills and family relationships […]

 
 

Cardinals hold out for a win over Albany

Cardinals hold out for a win over Albany

By Derek Hoesly, Correspondent The Cardinals (1-0) stormed out of halftime and held off Albany (1-1) for a 70-57 win in theboys’ regular season opener last Saturday. “Anytime you can start the year with a win is a nice thing,” coach Nick Jarvis said. “We talked about being more focused. […]

 
 

Friends rally to honor memory of Jodi Thompson

Friends rally to honor memory of Jodi Thompson

By Siara Schwartzlow, Editor A memorial project is underway in honor of Jodi Thompson, who passed away on Nov. 14. Through a website, GoFundMe, several of Thompson’s friends have been raising money to plant a tree and install a bench along the trail in the Pearl Island Recreational Corridor in […]

 
 

11/23/16 Shopper

11/23/16 Shopper

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Jodi Lynn Thompson

Jodi Lynn Thompson

  Jodi Lynn Thompson, 50, of Brodhead, passed away on Monday, Nov. 14, 2016, at her home.  She was born on May 17, 1966, in Monroe, Wis., the daughter of Tom and Sherry (Williams) Kuebli.  She married Arne Thompson on Oct. 10, 1987, in Juda, Wis. Jodi graduated from Brodhead […]

 
 

Benjamin C. Riemer

Benjamin C. Riemer, 94, of Brodhead, passed away on Friday, Nov. 18, 2016, at Woods Crossing Nursing Home in Brodhead. He was born on Oct. 28, 1922, in Decatur Township, the son of Charles and Alma (Stamm) Riemer.  He married Arlene V. Roen on Nov. 26, 1943, at the East […]