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Madison sewer district fee plan draws concern from local officials

McFarland leaders question a proposed 2027 sewer fee increase, while district officials say infrastructure work cannot wait.

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CHRIS LEE · October 8, 2026 at 8:57 PM

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Sun Prairie resident receives federal sentence for registration violation

Tavares D. Jones was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for failing to register as a sex offender, followed by supervised release.

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U.S. ATTORNEY'S OFFICE · October 8, 2026 at 9:53 AM

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Marlene J. Redman, longtime elementary teacher

Marlene J. (Wielgosh) Redman taught elementary school in Appleton, Waupun and Sun Prairie. Her family planned a private gathering in her memory.

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October 8, 2026 at 9:31 AM

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Sun Prairie West sweeps Madison West to finish Big Eight play

The Wolves took their Senior Night volleyball match in three sets and closed conference competition at 7-2.

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Ryan Gregory · October 8, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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Sun Prairie sets new rules for e-bikes, scooters and e-motos

The city approved new electric-device rules, including helmets for riders under 18 and restrictions on e-motos.

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Ethan Ferrell · October 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM

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Discover Wisconsin features DeForest, Windsor and Vienna

A Discover Wisconsin episode about three neighboring communities began streaming ahead of its October television broadcasts.

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CONTRIBUTED Discover Wisconsin · October 7, 2026 at 3:16 PM

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Windsor house severely damaged in fire; nine escape safely

A fire at a recently built home on Eagle Mound Pass caused extensive damage. The cause remains under investigation.

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CHRIS LEE · October 7, 2026 at 2:35 PM

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DeForest presents 2027 budget with higher levy and lower tax rate

The proposed $17.28 million budget adds personnel costs but leaves some permitted taxing capacity unused.

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Ethan Ferrell · October 7, 2026 at 2:30 PM

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DeForest receives grant for high school agriculture education

DeForest is among schools receiving Compeer Financial support for hands-on agricultural instruction and facilities.

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Peter Lindblad · October 7, 2026 at 1:19 PM

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Sun Prairie administrator outlines proposed 2027 budget cuts

The city's budget proposal includes staffing and program reductions while retaining funding for two police positions and a firefighter.

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Aaron Oppenheimer Sun Prairie City Administrator · October 7, 2026 at 12:59 PM

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Marshall volleyball extends winning streak against Wisconsin Heights

The Cardinals swept Wisconsin Heights for a third straight Capitol-South victory and moved to 6-2 in league play.

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Ryan Gregory · October 7, 2026 at 6:00 AM

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DeForest girls golf wins sectional, earns third straight state berth

DeForest shot 329 to win its WIAA Division 1 sectional, led by Abigail Henriksen's individual title.

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Cole Amundson · October 6, 2026 at 1:45 PM