Category Archives: Local News

Dodgeville man arrested following domestic disturbance
On Monday at 7:46 AM the Iowa County Communications Center received a report of a domestic disturbance on South Ellwood St and East Valley St in the City of Dodgeville. Dodgeville Police and Iowa Coun...
Courtney Chaffee Jan 14, 2025

USDA awarding grants for expanding clean energy
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is investing just over $14 million in additional grant funding to expand access to clean energy systems and increase the availability of domesti...
Courtney Chaffee Jan 14, 2025

Deadline approaches to apply for Wisconsin State Patrol
A key deadline for those wishing to become a Wisconsin State Patrol trooper or inspector is fast approaching. All applications for the 71st and 72nd Recruit Classes must be submitted by Jan. 19. Both ...
Courtney Chaffee Jan 14, 2025

Asbury looks to expand on master plans for parks
Enhancing and expanding Asbury's recreational amenities are high priorities as city leaders plan for future growth and development. The city plans to seek firms to assess Asbury's parks and develop a ...
Courtney Chaffee Jan 14, 2025

Chicago to perform in Dubuque
A multiple-award-winning, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame group will perform this summer in Dubuque. Chicago will perform on June 18 at Five Flags Center, according to a press release from the venue. For...
Courtney Chaffee Jan 14, 2025

Wisconsin Supreme Court to hear case on "Spills Law"
This week, the Wisconsin Supreme Court will hear an appeal of a lower court ruling that could hamper the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources' ability to enforce the state's "Spills Law." The law...
Courtney Chaffee Jan 14, 2025 Blogtrepreneur / CC

Schmitt Island Sports Complex feasibility presentation
On Friday, Dubuque Racing Association and the Q Casino + Resort hosted a presentation about the Schmitt Island Sports Complex Feasibility Study. More than 2,000 community members responded to a public...
Courtney Chaffee Jan 13, 2025
Iowa and Richland County 911 lines down
Iowa County's 911 is down. If you have an emergency still call 911 and it will be routed to Lafayette Sheriff's Office. Lafayette County will then get all information needed to dispatch responders. Th...
Courtney Chaffee Jan 13, 2025

Mental health, housing critical in 2024 Green County assessment
Green County Healthy Community Coalition released its 2024 community health assessment on Monday in which mental health and housing were the top themes for Green County to address. The community healt...
Courtney Chaffee Jan 13, 2025

New gym opened in Platteville
Area fitness fans have a new place to work up a sweat after the recent opening of a Platteville gym. Impact Fitness Platteville recently opened in the basement of the old Platteville Armory. The gym o...
Courtney Chaffee Jan 13, 2025





