We all know by now that exercise and regular physical activity is good for us. We hear about it all the time, from our doctors to the adverts for gyms in our area. Exercise can help you lose weight …
Last fall, Hillsboro Public Library director Jackie Pysarenko was approached by a member of the community regarding the possibility of putting on a play. Pysarenko confirmed her interest, and Jacqui …
When you were elementary school, perhaps you remember doing a project for which you had to puzzle out your heritage. Are you half German? Three-fourths Czech? Maybe you’re a mix of all sorts of …
When the phrase “community health” come up in conversation, most of us are likely thinking of it in medical terms. We envision things like vaccination campaigns, wellness clinics, or community …
The annual Vernal Equinox is set for this Friday, March 20. For astronomy fans, this date is the day in which daylight and nighttime hours are roughly equal, the tipping point at which we’ll start …
The Hillsboro Roadhouse had planned on hosting a fundraiser benefit for employee Teresa Hanke on Sunday, March 15, but Mother Nature, it seemed, had other plans. A massive snowstorm expected to hit …
The Elroy American Legion Auxiliary Quilts of Valor (QOV) traveled over to the Wonewoc American Legion Hall on Saturday, March 14, to award handmade Quilts of Valor to five local veterans. The …
On Monday, March 9, the Hillsboro Woman’s Civic Club welcomed the Rince Mo Chroi (rink-mo-cree) Dancers to perform a selection of Irish dance routines for the club’s monthly meeting. The club had …
It’s not a stretch to say that, in the 1800s, the railroad was king. Railways as we know them today have their roots in 17th Century England, introduced to help lessen friction when moving fully …
When there’s a wedding to be planned, one of the top items on the to-do list are the flowers. Beautiful floral arrangements have become practically synonymous with weddings, from the iconic bouquet …
Tai Chi is perhaps one of the best known forms of martial arts in the world. The form is best known for its slow, deliberate movements, which has made it popular with seniors and those with …
In the 12th Century, King Henry II of England invaded Ireland by way of a substantial fleet of 400 ships, setting sail from the Welsh coast to land on Irish shores in the fall of 1171. This would not …
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and to celebrate, the Hillsboro Woman’s Civic Club collected donations of dental hygiene products that they then delivered to the Hillsboro …
Students in Sarah Schmidt’s seventh grade Intro to Agriculture class were treated to a special surprise as they came into class on Wednesday, February 11: an adorable little emu chick. The …
When it comes to personal wellness, we always hear about the importance of exercise and diet. But did you know that sitting down to read a book could also improve your health? A 2016 study out of the …
As January entered its final week for the 2026 calendar year, Starr Onshus received a call that one of her employees would not be able to make their scheduled shift due to a health issue. Onshus, who …
The Hillsboro Alumni Basketball Tournament returned to the Hillsboro High School on Saturday, January 31, celebrating its 30th tournament since Jeff Clark got the annual tournament going back in …
On Tuesday, February 10, the Elroy Theatre welcomed Wisconsin-based author Deborah Hufford to present on her debut novel, “Blood to Rubies.” Hufford’s presentation was part of the Juneau County …
What do you know about your family history? Can you name your great-grandparents? Do you know which countries your immigrant ancestors originated from? Do you know their stories? Why they made the …
There’s nothing quite like getting lost in a good book. When the story doesn’t so much leap of the page as it does grabs you and drags you into the thick of it, and when you finally pull yourself …
