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Local Prep Scores From Friday 12/12
2 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Boys Basketball
Hillsboro 74 Wonewoc-Center 50 (Miles Ravenscroft 16points for Hillsboro/Cam Thellefsen 23points for Wonewoc-Center)
Mauston 78 Wautoma 53 (Jase Navis 20points to lead Mauston)
Royall 52 Necedah 31 (Trey Wildes 24points to Lead Royall/Mason Hustad 9points to lead Necedah)
McFarland 68 Reedsburg 47
Cashton 62 Brookwood 57
Bangor 77 New Lisbon 53
Adams-Friendship 75 Berlin 68
Westfield 71 Nekoosa 58
Ripon 78 Wisconsin Dells 47
Girls Basketball
Mauston 48 Reedsburg 37
Baraboo 63 Tomah 49
Adams-Friendship 69 Westfield 68
Boys Hockey
Onalaska/La Crosse 6 Tomah/Sparta 2
Mauston Golden Eagles Girls Basketball Slugs Past Reedsburg
2 months
The Lady Eagles played the second game of a back to back against a physical Reedsburg Beavers team and finished the game, and the week with back to back victories, beating the Beavers by a score of 48-37. With some starters in early foul trouble Mauston was forced to go to the bench early and those girls rose to the occasion keeping Mauston in the lead and providing the fire power and defense that the team needed to maintain a slim lead until pulling away at the end. On the night, Bre Heller scored 21 points and had 3 steals and 3 assists, while Freshman Jordin Bates had 11 points and 1 assist to go with her 6 rebounds. The next action for the ladies will be Tuesday night at home as they take on Richland Center in another non-conference match up.
Local Prep Scores from Thursday 12/11
2 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Boys Basketball
Reedsburg 55 Mauston 50
Tomah 71 Onalaska Luther 62
Berlin 74 Markesan 45
Royall 65 New Lisbon 31
Girls Basketball
Royall 44 New Lisbon 30
Cashton 63 Wonewoc-Center 28
Bangor 35 Necedah 19
Hillsboro 61 Brookwood 52
Mauston 83 Wautoma 18
Wi Dells 77 Ripon 36
Westfield 62 Nekoosa 21
Adams-Friendship 61 Berlin 45
Boys Hockey
Onalaska/La Crosse 3 RWD/Mauston2
Boys Wrestling
Mauston 60 Wisconsin Dells 24
Mauston 39 Royall 38
Santa Defeated the Grinch
Health Care Power of Attorney Informational Coming up December 15th
2 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
If you’re 18 or older, make sure you have your Health Care Power of Attorney in place — and Mile Bluff can help!
Next week, Mile Bluff’s medical social workers will be at Delton Family Medical Center on Monday, December 15, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. They’ll provide free information, answer your questions, and help you complete and file your paperwork.
To reserve your spot or schedule a one-on-one conversation, call us at 608-847-1838.
MBMC Health Fair on December 18th
2 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Reserve your spot at the upcoming health fair hosted by Mile Bluff Medical Center on Thursday, December 18. Receive free blood pressure and blood sugar testing and learn what your risk factors are for developing heart disease and diabetes. Lipid profile testing is also available for a small fee.
Appointments are required for all services and are available from 7:00 to 11:00 a.m. Call 608-847-1845 to reserve your spot today!
To see more events like this, check out the upcoming events page at milebluff.com.
Local Prep Scores from over the weekend
2 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Boys Basketball
Mauston 68 Wisconsin Dells 36 (Jase Navis 23points to lead Mauston)
Mount Horeb 68 Reedsburg 35
West Salem 71 Tomah 57 (Tomah’s Quinn Gerke goes over 1,000point milestone)
Berlin 69 Nekoosa 59
Ripon 76 Wautoma 50
Adams-Friendship 61 Westfield 54
New Lisbon 64 La Farge 55
Ithaca 65 Wonewoc-Center 52
Hillsboro 67 De Soto 49 (Malekai Simpson 20points to lead Hillsboro)
Girls Basketball
New Lisbon 57 Wonewoc-Center 40 (Olivia Bunker, Karey Edgerton, Keira Wilkinson each with 14 to lead New Lisbon. Eastyn Fry 18points to lead the Wolves)
Viroqua 68 Tomah 42
Royall 51 Necedah 13 (Bria Gruen 20points to lead Royall)
Brookwood 54 Cashton 44
Bangor 44 Hillsboro 34
De Soto 71 Hillsboro 49
Lodi 56 Adams-Friendship 52
Wisconsin Dells 84 Baraboo 40
Boys Hockey
RWD/Mauston 5 Wisconsin Rapids 3
Tomah/Sparta 3 Waupun 0
Girls Hockey
Metro Lynx 3 Badger Lightning 2
Tomah/BRF 1 Fond Du Lac 1
Waller, Marguerite “Marge” Age 103 of Adams
2 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Marguerite “Marge” Waller, age 103, of Adams, Wisconsin passed away Tuesday, December 02, 2025 at Rosebrooke Senior Living in Adams, Wisconsin.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at the Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church in Arkdale, Wisconsin. Pastor Terri Skildum will officiate. Interment will be at the South Arkdale Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Tuesday at Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church.
Marge was born September 07, 1922 in Koshkonong, Wisconsin to Harry H. and Lillian F. (Miller) Barnes. At the age of 16 Marge moved to Chicago, ILL to work as a maid and later at W.T. Grants, where she was a waitress and clerk. On November 08, 1947, Marge was married to Chester “Chet” Waller at the Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church and their wedding dance was at the “Spot in the Woods”. Marge and Chet lived in Madison where Chet was employed by Oscar Meyers and Marge was a retail clerk at Arlan’s Dept. Store. They were both very active member of American Legion Post #501 with Marge being Auxiliary President.
When Chet and Marge retired in 1988, they moved to Adams County and built a new home on a section of Chet’s home farm property on Cty Hwy Z. They were very active members of the Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church, with Marge being the Chairman of the Altar Guild, she also served two terms as President of the Ladies Aid (TLCW). Marge also helped organize the Church’s 150th Anniversary in 2003.
After Chet died in 2013, Marge continued to live in their home until she was 93 years old when she then moved into assisted living at then Liberty Village, now known as Rosebrooke Senior Living.
Marge was also a member of Moundview Memorial Partners, the VFW Auxiliary and Military Order of Purple Heart 168 Auxiliary.
Marge also enjoyed quilting, cooking, baking, serving on Altar Guild, traveling and fishing.
Marge was preceded in death by her parents: Harry and Lillian Barnes; three brothers: Jesse (Lois), Roy (Ethel) and Thomas Barnes; four sisters Dorothy (Harry) Stanley, Bernice Barnes, Inez (Don) Garlock and Betty (Donald) Waller; and brothers-in-law, James Stormoen and Fritz Lord .
Marge is survived by two sisters: Lillian Stormoen and Lola Lord; many nieces and nephews, other relatives and several close friends.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Parrish, Evelyn Hope “Toots” Age 96 of Mauston
2 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Evelyn Hope “Toot” Parrish (nee Caldwell), age 96, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2025, at Fairview in Mauston, Wisconsin. Born on October 2, 1929, in Ontario, Wisconsin, Evelyn lived a long and full life marked by devotion to her family, remarkable creativity, and an enduring spirit of generosity.
She shared her life with her beloved husband, Theron Parrish, with whom she built a home filled with warmth, laughter, and the comforting hum of a busy household. Together they raised thirteen children: Conrad (Janice) Parrish of New Lisbon, Wisconsin; Carol Kowalke of Big Bend, Wisconsin; Terry (Andrea) Parrish of New Lisbon, Wisconsin; Mike Parrish of Baraboo, Wisconsin; Janet (Mark) Kast of Hillpoint, Wisconsin; Jerome (Kathy) Parrish of La Valle, Wisconsin; Peter (Chris) Parrish of Edwards, New York; Les (Joy) Parrish of Reedsburg, Wisconsin; Mary Jo Parrish of Glenwood, Wisconsin; Tom Parrish of La Valle, Wisconsin; Bert (Darlene) Parrish of Baraboo, Wisconsin; Kris (Denise) Parrish of Vermilion, Ohio; and their late daughter, Jane Parrish. Evelyn’s legacy lives on through each of them and the many lives they touch. She is further survived by her sister, Coral Moore, and by too many grandchildren to count. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Theron, and her daughter, Jane.
A gifted craftswoman with nimble fingers and boundless patience, Evelyn was known for her handmade rag rugs and countless other creations. She and Theron spent many hours together in their craft room—he at the loom and she sewing rags into beautiful pieces that found homes across the region. From stuffed animals to baby bibs, microwave bowls, and baked potato bags, Evelyn’s handiwork was a staple at local craft fairs for years. Her talent for sewing extended far beyond crafting; she could mend or fix just about anything with a needle and thread.
Her resourcefulness was matched only by her culinary prowess. With thirteen children to feed, she mastered the art of canning and preserving—her basement shelves were always lined with jars of garden-fresh produce. Her kitchen was the heart of her home; her pots and pans were large enough to feed an army—and often did. No one ever left Evelyn’s house hungry; visitors were always welcomed with open arms and a hearty meal.
Evelyn also delighted in her large coffee cup collection, each mug a reflection of her warmth and humor. Friends and family will forever remember her with a steaming cup of coffee in hand, ready to share stories, laughter, and comfort.
Her life was one of quiet strength and tireless dedication. Whether working beside Theron in their shared hobbies, preparing meals that brought people together, or savoring her daily coffee, Evelyn created a home where love was abundant and memories were made daily.
Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 12 noon at the Picha Funeral Home in Hillsboro, with Rev. Paul Prange officiating. Burial will be in the Mount Vernon Cemetery in Hillsboro. A time of visitation will be held on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 12 noon at the Picha Funeral Home.
The Picha Funeral Home in Hillsboro is assisting, for online information go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com
Hitchcock, Gail F. Age 83 of Elroy
2 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Gail was born in Menasha, Wisconsin on July 23, 1942 to Lillian and Richard Zimmer. She graduated from St. Mary’s High School in Menasha in 1960 and attended Fox Valley Tech in Appleton for Accounting.
In a wedding dress she designed and sewed herself, Gail married the love of her life, David Hitchcock in 1967. The couple moved to Elroy that same year when they purchased Dave’s Barber Shop. They welcomed their first daughter, Carrie in 1968 and second daughter Julie in 1970.
Gail worked at the Bank of Elroy for over a decade, until a major career change in 1980 when Gail enrolled in barber school at Madison Area Technical College. Upon graduation in 1982, Gail joined David at the barber shop as one of the only female barbers in the state. The couple worked side by side until their retirement in 2005.
A natural leader, Gail worked tirelessly to improve the community she loved. As a member of the Elroy Area Advancement Association, she led the drive for new playground equipment for the kids of Elroy. She led the Strong Bones exercise program at the Elroy Library and was a founder of the Elroy Quilt Show. She volunteered countless hours for St Patrick’s Parish, Home & Community Educators, Rolling Hills 4-H, The Elroy Fair, bingo at the American Legion and as a Master Gardener.
Gail enjoyed fishing, long drives and trips to the cabin with David and her grandsons, Ryan and Dan. Being a grandmother was the highlight of her life. More than anything Gail loved spending time with her grandsons and she did her best to spoil them.
Retirement allowed Gail to combine her passion for quilting with her love of travel, as she and her friends traveled the country to attend quilt shows, quilt seminars and quilt retreat weekends. Gail was also, a painter, a stained-glass artist and a baker of the best pies.
Gail, 83, passed peacefully on December 3, 2025 surrounded by her husband and daughters. Although the light in Elroy has dimmed, Heaven now shines brighter.
Gail is survived by David, her husband of 58 years; daughter, Carrie Esch (Bryant Esch); grandsons, Ryan Esch (Vanessa Komada) and Danny Esch; daughter, Julie Hitchcock (Ilija Stojsavljevic); brother, William Zimmer and many friends and quilting cohorts.
Gail is preceded in death by her parents, Lillian and Richard Zimmer; infant sisters, Mary and Margaret and good friend (and fellow candy maker) Dottie Kimball.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Elroy, with Father John officiating. Burial will be in the St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery in Elroy. A time of visitation will be at the Church from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
The Picha Funeral Home in Elroy is assisting, for online information go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com
