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Hemmersbach, Julie Ann Age 66 of Rural Norwalk
1 day
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Julie Ann Hemmersbach, 66 of rural Norwalk, WI, passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026. Julie was born April 29, 1959, to Joe and Ardella (Schreier) Leis.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, January 26, 2026, 11:00 a.m. at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church on St. Mary’s Ridge, Rural Norwalk. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Father Matthew Bowe will officiate. Family and friends are invited to visitation on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Rosary will begin at 3:30 p.m. followed by visitation until 7:00 p.m. at the church on St. Mary’s Ridge. Visitation will also be held Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.
The Torkelson Funeral Home of Cashton, WI, is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.torkelsonfuneralhome.com.
Local Prep Scores from Tuesday 1/20
2 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Girls Basketball
Mauston 85 G-E-T 36
New Lisbon 73 Wonewoc-Center 50
Bangor 66 Hillsboro 43
Cashton 64 Brookwood 45
Royall 37 Necedah 19 (Bria Gruen 12points to lead Royall)
Nekoosa 54 Port Edwards 28
Waupun 31 Westfield 24
Berlin 65 Montello 18
Poynette 69 Wautoma 17
River Valley 58 Reedsburg 48
Sparta 86 Tomah 47
Boys Basketball
Nekoosa 63 Port Edwards 16
Omro 66 Ripon 64
Sparta 61 Tomah 51
Stoughton 57 Reedsburg 38
Boys Hockey
Waunakee 4 RWD/Mauston 1
Onalaska/La Crosse 2 Tomah/Sparta 1
Girls Hockey
Tomah/BRF 3 Eau Claire 2
Mauston Girls Bury G-E-T
2 days
The Mauston Lady Eagles took on the G.E.T. Red Hawks Tuesday night in a non conference match up with Mauston coming out on top by a score of 85 to 36.
The Eagles had two girls score 18 points each with Bre Heller and Caitlin Lavold both hitting that mark. Heller had 8 rebounds, 7 assists, 3 steals and 5 blocks, while Lavold had, 5 rebounds, 1 assist and 3 steals. Mauston had 4 girls in double figures as Ella Franek threw down 11 points grabbed 4 boards, 3 steals and had 2 assists, Crimson Hansen knocked down 10 points grabbed 6 boards, 5 steals, 2 blocks and 6 assists. Narrowly missing the double digit mark Jordin bates had 9 points, 2 rebounds and assists and a steal.
The Eagles will be back on the home court this week playing another conference game against Nekoosa. Hope to see you all the there.
Rocket’s Start Strong End Strong in Girls Basketball win Over Wonewoc-Center
2 days
The New Lisbon Rockets held off a midgame charge by the Wonewoc-Center Wolves to win in Scenic Bluffs Girls Basketball action. New Lisbon built an early 34-10 lead but Wonewoc-Center went on an 18-4 run to get within 10 before halftime and trimmed that lead to 46-40 but New Lisbon used its team speed to seize back control of the game. Olivia Bunker led the charge for New Lisbon with a game high 20points while Keira Wilkinson, Karey Edgerton, and Ameilia Dvorak all added 13points for the Rockets. Wonewoc-Center got a team high 19points from Kendyl Rowe, Eastyn Fry added 13points while Bryn Burns chipped in with 12. New Lisbon improves to 3-5 in the Bluffs and 7-8 overall. Wonewoc-Center drops to 0-7 and 1-13.
New Pastor at Saint Patricks Church in Mauston
3 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
IT’S OFFICIAL! The Most Reverend Gerard W. Battersby, D.D., Bishop of La Crosse, made the following announcement today!
“The Reverend Todd A. Mlsna, Parochial Administrator of St. Patrick Parish in Mauston, is appointed Pastor, effective January 20, 2026.”
Congratulations Fr. Mlsna! we are so happy to have you here!
Police Standoff at Tomah Kwik Trip Ends Peacefully
3 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
At approximately 7:37 a.m. on January 20, 2026, the Monroe County Communications Center received a call from a suicidal subject who was located inside a semi-truck parked behind Kwik Trip North (310 E McCoy Blvd).
Officers from the Tomah Police Department responded to the scene and observed the subject in possession of a pistol while seated in their semi. With the assistance of the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and the Wisconsin State Patrol, officers established a perimeter around the semi-truck and began aiding in the evacuation of innocent bystanders. The Tomah Area Ambulance Service and the Tomah Fire Department also responded, assisting with traffic control, securing the parking lot, and providing medical support.
Contact was ultimately made with the subject using personnel from an armored vehicle. The driver exited the semi-truck without any weapons and was taken into custody without incident.
Once in custody, the subject was transported to Tomah Health for medical clearance and a mental health evaluation. Criminal charges are pending.
The Tomah Police Department would like to thank the following agencies for their assistance:
• Tomah Fire Department
• Tomah Area Ambulance Service
• Monroe County Sheriff’s Office
• Wisconsin State Patrol
• Monroe County Communications Center
A special thank you is extended to Kwik Trip for their cooperation during this dangerous situation, for allowing officers to use their building as a warming center, and for providing warm beverages.
This was an isolated incident, and there is no ongoing threat to the public. We thank the community for their patience and understanding.
Rydmark, James Joseph Age 60 of New Lisbon
3 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
James Joseph Rydmark, known affectionately as Jim to his friends and family, passed away at the age of 60 on January 17, 2026, surrounded by family and friends. Born on August 26, 1965, in Bloomington, Minnesota as a young child he moved to Hustler, WI. He graduated from New Lisbon High School in the class of 1983, and continued his education at Dunwoody Technical College in 1988 where he earned his Associate’s degree, and further continued his education at Lakeland College where he earned a Bachelor’s degree.
In 1983 he started his 34-year military career, and 5 years later he met the love of his life Sherry Rydmark who he married on September 1, 1990, with whom he had 2 loving children Hailee, and Holden Rydmark.
He was an avid golfer and hunter and loved to donate his time to coaching, and KAMO (Kids and Mentors Outdoors) where he will be dearly missed by those whose lives he has touched.
He’s survived by his Wife Sherry (Heinkel), daughter Hailee Rydmark and son Holden Rydmark. His sister Chellie and her husband Timothy Carrol, sister Cheryl Rydmark, and brother Charley, and his wife Terri Rydmark, and many other sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents Arthur and Yvonne Rydmark of New Lisbon, Wisconsin.
A celebration of life will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026, at the Community Center in New Lisbon, Wisconsin (110 Welch Prairie Road, New Lisbon, WI 53950) from 4-7 P.M. with a short service starting at 5 P.M. Inurnment will take place at a later date in the Hustler Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family respectfully requests memorial contributions be made to KAMO for kids. 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 Monday 1-19
3 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Boys Basketball
Royall 56 Westby 53
La Farge 56 Necedah 52 (Luke Murphy 19points for Necedah)
New Lisbon 82 Coulee Christian 33
Bangor 84 Cashton 54
Highland 89 Weston 59
Wisconsin Dells 53 River Valley 42
Girls Basketball
Riverdale 70 Wonewoc-Center 45
Columbus 69 Westfield 53
Royall Hangs on For Big Non-Conference Victory
3 days
The Royall Panthers boys basketball team survived a late game rally by Westby to hang on for a 56-53 victory. Royall led 42-31 in the 2nd half but Westby rallied and got within 54-53 before Braxton Board hit a pair of clutch free throws for the Panthers. Westby had a chance to tie but Everett Hovens open 3point attempt rolled off the rim giving Royall the victory. Trey Wildes led the Panthers with 18points while Dylan Velazquez added 11points. Brock Preuss had two clutch three pointers for the Panthers as well in the victory. The win improves Royall to 10-2 on the season while Westby falls to 7-5. Next up for Royall is a home game vs conference undefeated Bangor on Thursday night. Royall is currently a game back to Bangor in the standings. That game can be heard live on NOW92oneFM and WRJC.com.
