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Dells Baseball Moves on Royall & Brookwood Seasons End
8 hours
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
The Royall Panther baseball season came to an end Wednesday evening falling to Cochrane-Fountain City 3-1 in a WIAA Division 4 Regional Championship game. Royall mustered just 3 hits against Pirates starting pitcher Stevie Meyer. Colby Schroeder took the loss on the mound for Royall despite pitching well giving up just 3 runs on 5hits walking just one and striking out 4. Trey Wildes had a pair of hits for Royall including an RBI triple.
Other WIAA Regional Championship baseball scores
D2
Wisconsin Dells 2 La Crosse Logan 1
D4
Eleva-Strum 4 Brookwood 1
Menck, Hans Jr. of Adams County
8 hours
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Hans Menck Jr. went home to be with the Lord on June 3, 2026.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin, with Pastor Sam Downey officiating. Interment will follow at Fordham Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Saturday at the funeral home from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. A luncheon will follow at the Grand Marsh Community Center from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Baumgart, Oscar Stanley Jr. Age 71 of Necedah
8 hours
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Oscar Stanley Baumgart Jr., age 71, of Necedah, WI, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026, at Mile Bluff Medical Center in Mauston, WI. He was born on October 30, 1954 to Oscar Sr. and Marie (Murphy) Baumgart.
In his early years, he worked as a mechanic for Becker Logging Company, where he developed a reputation for being dependable, capable, and willing to lend a hand whenever it was needed. He took pride in doing honest work and in using his skills to help keep things running smoothly.
Oscar was a man who found happiness in the outdoors and in the familiar comforts of home and community. He enjoyed gardening and took great satisfaction in watching things grow and flourish. He liked fishing and hunting, and he especially appreciated taking rides to look at wildlife and enjoy the beauty of the world around him. He also enjoyed tinkering, always finding something to fix, adjust, or improve. These interests reflected his curious nature and his enjoyment of staying active and engaged.
Socializing with friends was an important part of Oscar’s life, and he valued the time spent in conversation, laughter, and companionship. He had a warm presence and a way of making others feel welcome. He especially treasured time with his family and grandchildren, and those moments brought him great joy.
He is survived by his sons, Jacob (Ashley) Baumgart, and Lucas (Jennifer) Baumgart; daughter, Jennifer (Joshua) Alford; 4 grandchildren, Joshua and Logan Baumgart, and Genevieve Dean and Madison Janczak; along with one great grandchild, Hayes Kastner; his former wife and best friend, Sandra Van Meter; brothers, John (Sandra) Baumgart, Emil (Carol) Baumgart, and BillyJo (Sandra) Baumgart; sister, Jean (Ryan) Sorenson; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Oscar was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Joseph, Eddie, and Mikeal; and sisters, Barbara, Mary, and Nancy.
A Private Celebration of Life is being held by Oscar’s family. The Torkelson Funeral Home of Necedah is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.torkelsonfuneralhome.com.
Juneau County Sheriff Sale 6-4-26
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Local Prep Scores from Tuesday 6/2
1 day
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
WIAA Sectional Semi-Final Softball Scores
D3
Adams-Friendship 1 Richland Center 0
D5
Ithaca/Weston 8 Royall 5
WIAA Regional Semi-Final Baseball Scores
D1
DeForest 3 Tomah 2
D2
Wisconsin Dells 12 Merrill 7
La Crosse Aquinas 12 Adams-Friendship 2
Portage 3 Reedsburg 2
Winneconne 12 Ripon 2
D3
Omro 4 Bangor 2
D5
Royall 1 Cashton 0 (Trey Wildes Complete game 2 hit shutout)
Eleva-Strum 3 Hillsboro 2
Brookwood 9 Weston 6
WIAA Girls Soccer Regional Semi-Finals
D2
Tomah 2 La Crosse Logan 1
Portage/Poynette 5 Reedsburg 3
Boys Golf
Hillsboro Freshman Luke Holthe qualified for the D3 State golf tournament winning a playoff hole to advance.
Royall Softball Season Ends in Ithaca
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A highly successful Royall Panther softball season came to an end Tuesday evening falling to Ithaca/Weston 8-5 in a D5 WIAA Sectional Semi-Final game. Royall went up 1-0 in the first inning thanks to some Bulldog miscues but Ithaca/Weston would score the next 8 runs of the game off the back of homeruns by Valerie Bauer and Jacey Maxwell. Royall attempted a rally in the final frame bringing the tying run to the plate but that batter would strike out to end the game and season for Royall. Brooklyn McKittrick had a double in the loss for Royall. The Panthers finish their season with a 20-7 record winning both a Conference championship and Regional championship.
Pierce, John D. Age 79 of Mauston
3 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
John D. Pierce age 79, of Mauston, son of the late George and Betty (Attewell) Pierce, passed away on May 27, 2026, at Select Specialty Hospitals in Madison after a long illness.
He is survived by his wife Jeanne, daughter Jenny, son Dain and grandchildren, Trey, Morgan and Chase.
A private memorial will be held at a later date. The Hare Funeral Home in New Lisbon is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences are available at www.harefuneralhome.com
Local Prep Scores from Thursday 5/28
6 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
WIAA Regional Final Softball Scores
D1
River Falls 4 Tomah 3 (10 Innings)
D3
Adams-Friendship 7 Westby 0
Wittenberg-Birnamwood 14 Nekoosa 4
D5
Ithaca/Weston 8 Hillsboro 6 (Aubryn Herritz Homerun for Hillsboro)
Royall 11 De Soto 0
WIAA Regional Qrt-Final Baseball Scores
D2
La Crosse Logan 17 Mauston 0
Adams-Friendship 5 Arcadia 2
Chilton 10 Berlin 2
Ripon 4 Two Rivers 0
D3
Bangor 7 Wautoma 5 (8Innings)
Markesan 10 New Lisbon/Necedah 0
Poynette 6 Westfield 0
Amherst 9 Nekoosa 5
D5
Cashton 5 Independence/Gilmanton 0
Royall 12 La Farge 0
Hillsboro 11 Wonewoc-Center 1
Weston 14 Pepin/Alma 2
Regular Season Baseball Scores
Belmont 8 Brookwood 5
Waunakee 3 Tomah 0
Royall Softball Claims 1st Regional Title in 21 Years
6 days
The Royall Panthers secured their 1st regional championship in 21 years with an 11-0 rout of De Soto Thursday night. Aunika Wopat got things started with a 2run double in the opening inning to put the Panthers on top and they would only surge from there. Royall put up an 8 spot in the 3rd inning fueled by a 2 run double by Kenady Olson and a 2 run single by Brooklyn Mckittrick. Brynn Olson tossed a 5 inning 3hitter to pick up another victory inside the circle for Royall. Royall moves on to play Ithaca/Weston in Ithaca Tuesday evening in a D5 Sectional Semi-Final round matchup.
Turn Up the Music for a Meaningful Cause at Healing Harmonies
6 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Mile Bluff Medical Center Foundation is inviting the community to turn up the volume for a great cause at “Healing Harmonies: A Benefit Concert” on Saturday, June 6, starting at 1 pm at Summit Ridge.
This lively afternoon will feature local favorites Jim Giebel Music, Electric Blu Band, and Raising Red. Admission is free, and attendees can enjoy food, beverages, and exciting raffle opportunities, including basket raffles, a 50/50 drawing, and even a chance to win an ATV. Al funds raised will go to support the emergency care at Mile Bluff Medical Center, including the upcoming remodeling project.
Community members are encouraged to bring a lawn chair, relax with great music, and make a meaningful impact. For more information, call 608-847-2735.
