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On Nov. 1, 2019, Macmillan Publishing made changes to their e-book policy. The changes make it that only one copy of a new release can be purchased in the entire state of Wisconsin through the Wisconsin Public Library Consortium for the first eight weeks of a release.

A public survey for the proposed multi-use recreation bridge shows the majority of respondents favor a traditional, steel truss style structure that pays homage to the original bridge’s railroad history.

In Memoriam

The area saw several prominent residents pass away in 2019, as well as a few local tragedies.

A conservative political newcomer hopes to topple progressive incumbent U.S. Congressman Mark Pocan in the Second District next year. 

Jeff Heller, 41, who lives in Fitchburg, announced his candidacy last week. 

‘Tis the season of giving. Every year, Sauk Prairie Healthcare Foundation supports community projects that contribute to the health of the community. Organizations apply for these “Healthy Life Initiative Grants.” Applications are reviewed by the members of the Foundation Board Grants & Gifts Committee. 

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The nomination period for the spring election opened Dec. 1, and local citizens who wish to run for school, village or town boards can now circulate papers and begin readying their campaigns. If you live in the area represented by a seat in the election, you are likely eligible to run. 

Autumn Luedke is a local journalist living with major depressive disorder.  

Anna Block loved being in the outdoors, whether deer hunting, running or biking; and she loved and competed in gymnastics. A good friend with a caring heart, she was known to dance around the living room of her Prairie du Sac home to whatever song inspired her in the moment. Having just turned 16, Block was set to get her driver’s license. 

The Lower Wisconsin State Riverway Board (LWSRB) celebrated the agency’s 30th anniversary at an event held on November 10th at the Vintage Brewery in Sauk City.  The roots of the unique and innovative Riverway law, fashioned through a bipartisan collaborative effort, were lauded by current and former governmental leaders.  The Riverway was creat