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Seasonal vaccinations available at Waushara County Health Department

The Waushara County Health Department has announced that seasonal vaccinations, including Influenza and COVID-19 vaccines, are available for local residents. Vaccination appointments are scheduled …
The Wautoma YMCA gave the latest updates on the facility during the Harvest Fest. The community is eager to join once the facility completes construction this year. Representing the YMCA were Carrie Govek, Waushara Branch Executive, and Stephanie Gross, Senior Child Care Director & Strategic Partnerships Director from Stevens Point YMCA.

Fall season kicks off in Wautoma with Harvest Fest

Tri-County School District considers co-ops for the 2028 season

The Tri-County School Board heard input and voted on a co-op football team with Almond-Bancroft during its regular meeting on Sept. 22. There were mixed opinions among community members on the …

Something bigger than yourself starts at Wautoma Airport

What if the skills, experience and interests of people in the Waushara County area could be brought together in service to something larger than themselves? That is the opportunity behind an …
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Opinion and Editorial

When Screens Become Safety Valves

Dear Reader, We live in a curious time. The same screens that connect us to the world have become stages where we watch others perform fragments of existence—sometimes genuine, often …

Mowing fairways at Waushara Country Club is rewarding for 94-year-old Wautoma man

Don Bertzyk
Don Bertyzk, 94, Wautoma, retired as Postmaster from the Wautoma Post Office after 25 years; he served 58 years with the Wautoma Area Fire Department and has worked at Waushara Country Club for the …

The Risk Worth Taking

Dear Reader, I’ve been thinking lately about how we relate to one another—really connect—and what makes some relationships flourish while others never quite take root. It starts …

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Waushara County Libraries care: Help Menasha rebuild

Many people may not realize that the Menasha Public Library is one of our sister libraries. Through the Winnefox Library System, libraries across Waushara County and Menasha share resources every …

ACEC awards grant for updated electrical for Hancock Park Restoration

Trish Kujawa, Debra Lackey, and Marilyn Hutkowski. Not pictured is Breonna Klabunde.
Earlier this summer, Hancock Park Restoration Inc (HPR) was awarded a grant from Adams-Columbia Electric Cooperative’s (ACEC) Operation Round-Up program for $2,500 to support electrical upgrades …

Garden bed project brings fresh produce to Waushara County Food Pantry

A before and after overhead view of the garden bed space behind the pantry.
The Waushara County Food Pantry is bringing fresh produce to local families in need through a $3,000 grant awarded from the Adams Columbia Electric Cooperative (ACEC). ACEC awarded the pantry a …

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Sports
Delaney Omernick digs the ball to save the point.

Lady Eagles overwhelmed by Lady Cardinals

The night did not go as planned for the Almond-Bancroft Lady Eagles while hosting conference opponents, the Pacelli Lady Cardinals, on Oct. 6. The Lady Eagles were dealt with a 0-3 loss, with set …
Rylee Kratz goes for the kill.

Lady Hornets shut out by Adams-Friendship

The Wautoma Lady Hornets took on the Adams-Friendship Lady Green Devils during conference volleyball action on Oct. 8. The visiting team would shut out the hosts 0-3 for a Wautoma loss, with set …
Harper Shipley tipping the ball over for Wild Rose.

Lady Penguins find victory in Wild Rose

The Wild Rose Ladycats went head-to-head in a close fight with conference opponents, the Tri-County Lady Penguins, during Oct. 8 volleyball action. It was an exhilarating match, with the Lady …

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Government
The Hancock Village Board met for a town hall on Sept. 12 to give the public an opportunity to voice opinions and ask questions about a recent newsletter mailed out to residents of the village …
The Wild Rose School Board gathered on Sept. 10 in the boardroom to discuss key initiatives and decisions affecting the district. The board continued discussions on the formation of the new School …
The Wautoma School Board was introduced to a new high school club during its regular meeting on Sept. 14. SALT (Student Athlete Leadership Team) is a new student-led club with the goal of turning …

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Felonies recorded in Waushara County

Dylan M. Ladik, Plainfield, was in court on Sept. 10 on a count of Arson of Building w/o Owner’s Consent. The Court finds probable cause. NG plea entered. The Court does not lower the cash bond …

Felonies recorded in Waushara County

Trevor S. Rehwinkel, Plainfield, was in court on Sept. 3 on a count of Possession of Methamphetamine, a count of Possession of THC (2 nd + Offense), a count of Possess Drug Paraphernalia to …

Waushara County requesting assistance tracking missing person

On Sept. 1, at approximately 7:45 a.m., the Waushara County Sheriff's Office received a call regarding a missing person / welfare check. The missing person was identified as Matthew J. Krause DOB …

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Latest News
The big day is Saturday, Oct. 10, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Do you recognize where we are? All this open land to fill with the Village of Redgranite’s Fourth Annual Harvest Fest at Willow Creek Park. Be …
Wautoma Police Chief Paul Mott reported to the Common Council on Sept. 14 the department had canceled their Flock system (automated license plate readers) contract because it did not comply with the …
Megan Kapp, Waushara County Administrator, presented the 2027 Proposed Budget to the Waushara County Board of Supervisors on Sept. 15 at their regular meeting held at the Waushara County Government …
Did you ever think…. “I know I paid a Wheel Tax, but I don’t know what the money is used for”? Your investment has already gone towards many improvements in Redgranite, including road …

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Schools
Penguins all tied up during Homecoming week..The Tri-County Penguin soccer team took on the Pacelli Cardinals for Homecoming action on Oct. 1. It was a close match, with the game ending in a 2-2 tie. Pictured is goalie Kyu Yang moving towards the ball after a Cardinal makes an attempt to score a goal..Photo by Gary LeBouton, Argus Correspondent
The Tri-County Penguin soccer team took on the Pacelli Cardinals for Homecoming action on Oct. 1. It was a close match, with the game ending in a 2-2 tie. 
Mackenzie Kelly playing libero, ready to pass up the ball
On Oct. 2, the Wild Rose Ladycats took on the Tigerton Lady Tigers. After an intense five-set battle filled with long volleys, big blocks, powerful spikes, and plenty of aces, the Ladycats …
Wautoma senior Dom Rooney (72) leads the Hornets onto the field earlier this season. Rooney and his family have received an outpouring of support from schools, athletic programs and community members following a medical emergency during Friday night’s game at Waupun.
The Wautoma Hornets fell to Waupun Warriors 20-46 in an away game on Oct. 2, but by the end of the evening, the final score had become secondary as concern turned to senior Dom Rooney. Wautoma …

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Arts and Entertainment
Fall is here, and it’s time for the Annual Scarecrow Festival in Neshkoro. The event will be held on Saturday, Oct. 10 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Stan-O-Gene Park, which is located on Hwy 73 just …
The feature vehicle for the 2026 Wild Rose Classic Car Show is this 1977 Chevrolet K10 Step Side pick-up truck owned by Steve and Kris Dorsett of Wild Rose.
The Wild Rose Classic Car Show has become one of the most well-respected events in Waushara County. Last year’s show, the first ever held on the grounds of the Wild Rose Fire Department, was also …
Rocking out at Labor Day.Gunnar Wenzel hopped on stage during the Cherry Pie performance at the Hancock Labor Day celebration the night of Sept. 6. See more inside.
Hancock residents and visitors gathered over the Labor Day weekend for a two-day celebration marked by hometown pride, volunteer service and support for local students. The annual event was …

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Traveling Waushara
Ice Age Trail Coordinators, Carl & Julie Mesman, and hiker Leigh Johnson get a photo with Monty the mammoth.
“Adventure Awaits” as people embarked on the Bannerman Trail 5K run/roll/walk.  It was a beautiful day to participate in the Waushara County Walk-the-Waush event, which was held over …
Paul Piechowski with his Cracknola tent at the Vendor Fair at the Veterans Memorial Park. Cracknola is all-natural and homemade with local Henry's Honey, making it Something Special from Wisconsin. Photo by Marisa Jewell, Argus Correspondent
Swimmers took advantage of the one-day quarry event during a warm summer day.
The Redgranite Quarry Committee finalized plans for Labor Day weekend during their latest meeting. The quarry will open for swimming on Saturday, Sept. 5, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The park will also …

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Obituaries
Sandra Lee "Sandi" Kotinek
Sandra Lee "Sandi" Kotinek
Sandra Lee "Sandi" Kotinek, age 85, having lived a full life, passed away suddenly October 1, 2026, in Tomball, Texas after battling her sixth type of cancer. Sandi was born October 16, 1940, in …
Katie B. Green
Katie B. Green
Katie B. Green, age 39, will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. She was a loving wife to Lewis and devoted mother to her two boys, William (8) and Nelson (6), who held a special place in …
Harlan K. Johnson
Harlan K. Johnson
Harlan Kenneth Johnson, age 76 of rural Redgranite passed away Friday morning, October 2, 2026 at his home in the Township of Leon, Waushara County. Harlan was born April 6, 1950 in Wild Rose, a …
Marilyn J (Forst) Piechowski
Marilyn J (Forst) Piechowski
Marilyn J (Forst) Piechowski age 83 of Redgranite passed away Sunday, October 4th, 2026 at Aurora Medical Center of Oshkosh with her husband, John, by her side. She was born March 27, 1943 to Leonard …
Lawrence Ziaya
Lawrence Ziaya
Dorothy Ann Caves Ladwig, age 90, passed away on October 3, 2026, at Silver Lake Manor in Wautoma, Wisconsin, surrounded by the love and memories of a family who meant everything to her. Dorothy …

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