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Local Prep Scores from Tuesday 12/3
2 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Boys Scores
Mauston 55 Berlin 51 (Jase Navis 25points to lead Mauston)
Royall 64 Pittsville 39
Arcadia 69 Bangor 67
Kickapoo 71 Cashton 41
Wonewoc-Center 55 La Farge 50
De Soto 84 New Lisbon 61
Ripon 74 Westfield 59
Adams-Friendship 92 Wautoma 73
Wisconsin Dells 46 Nekoosa 40
Girls Basketball
New Lisbon 46 Ithaca 45
Cashton 54 Kickapoo 35
Adams-Friendship 66 Poynette 64
Necedah 36 Nekoosa 26 (Brienna Van Hoof 11points to lead Necedah)
La Crosse Aquinas 66 Bangor 30
Onalaska Luther 67 Tomah 52
Sauk Prairie 47 Reedsburg 30
Markesan 57 Ripon 37
Princeton/Green Lake 53 Berlin 47
Boys Hockey
RWD/Mauston 6 DeForest 3
Tomah/Sparta 6 La Crescent/Hokah 2
Royall Boys Basketball Improves to 2-0 with Win Over Pittsville
2 days
The Royall Panthers Boys basketball moved to 2-0 after thumping Pittsville 64-39 Tuesday night. Dylan Velazquez had the hot hand for the Panthers scoring a team high 19points while knocking down 5 three point buckets. Freshman Bentley Rozek had 12points while Sophomore Braxton Board added 11. Royall struggled in the first half leading just 30-24 for a renewed defensive effort and Velazquez’s hot shooting allowed Royall to pull away in the 2nd half. Dawson Luther led Pittsville with a game high 22points but was held to just five 2nd half points. Royall will host Seneca Thursday night a game you can hear on NOW92oneFM and WRJC.com.
Alternate Side Parking Now in Effect in Mauston
3 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
It’s that time of year! The City of Mauston would like to remind residents that Alternate Side Parking is now in effect for the winter season. These rules help our Public Works crews keep streets clear and safe during the snowy conditions.
HOW IT WORKS:
-Starting at 2am each day, park according to the date of that day.
Even-numbered dates: park on the even-numbered side of the street.
Odd-numbered dates: park on the odd-numbered side of the street.
For example: Today is 12/2, an even numbered day, so vehicles must be parked on the even side of the street starting by 2am this morning. Tomorrow is 12/3, an odd-numbered day, so vehicles must be parked on the odd side by 2am.
Pro-tip: Always think a day ahead so you’re parked on tomorrow’s date side when you go to sleep and are in compliance in the morning.
We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our community and roads safe, accessible, and clear.
Mauston To Do State Street Snow Removal Tonight (Dec. 2nd)
3 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Please be advised that the State Street in the downtown area will be closed at 8pm on Tuesday, December 2nd to allow crews to safely and efficiently complete snow removal operations.
It is highly encouraged that all drivers plan ahead and use alternate routes during this time. Your cooperation helps ensure that our public works team can clear the area as quickly and safely as possible.
Thank you for your patience and support as we work to keep our community safe and accessible this winter.
Hynek, Melissa (Lisa) Ann Age 73 of Hillsboro
3 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Melissa (Lisa) Ann Hynek, age 73, passed away on November 28, 2025, at Emplify Health in
La Crosse, Wisconsin after a brief illness.
Lisa was born on January 17, 1952, in Waukon, Iowa to Alden and Margaret Nelson. She married Mike Foellmi in 1973 and together they had three children, Max, Zachary, and Hannah. They later divorced.
On June 22, 1996, Lisa married Frank “Michael” Hynek and they made their home in Hillsboro, Wisconsin. Lisa’s greatest accomplishments were being a wife, mom and grammy. She knew the importance of showing up, and rarely missed an opportunity to join in on any adventures.
Lisa’s career path mirrored her generous spirit. As a teen she worked as a nurse’s aide at the Caledonia nursing home. She later graduated from Rochester School of Practical Nursing and obtained her degree as a chemical dependency counselor through OPTIONS. For over 20 years until her retirement, Lisa was a domestic abuse counselor for Family and Children’s Center through Vernon County. She was widely known and respected in that role as her ability to listen deeply and show great compassion changed the lives of many individuals through the years.
Lisa brought the class and sass, grit and gratitude to life that always made you feel better after spending time with her. There are no words to describe how deeply she will be missed.
She is survived by her husband, Frank “Michael”; son, Max (Rachel) Foellmi and daughter, Hannah (Jim) Woolsey; grandchildren, Mason, Madelyn, and Jaelyn Foellmi and Taylor, Alden, Annie, and Brynley Woolsey. Siblings, Lynda Palen, Mike Nelson, John (Sandy) Nelson, Mary (Jerry) Boelman, Susan (George) Kittleson, Tina (Bob) Hillman, Bill (Cindy) Nelson, Lizzie (Paul) Hegge, Steve (Sab Shimono) Nelson, Lori (Carl) Haas, and David (Karin) Nelson. Brothers-in-law, Steve (Jenny) Hynek, Matt (Ann) Hynek, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Lisa was preceded in death by her son, Zachary; parents, Alden and Margaret Nelson; father and mother-in- law, Francis and Betty Hynek; sisters-in-law, Kathleen Nelson and Jackie Schmitz; and brother-in-law Paul Hynek.
A celebration of Lisa’s life will be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at the Viroqua VFW Hall, 751 S. Washington Avenue, Viroqua, WI, with a memorial service at 2 p.m. Memorials are preferred to Passages in Richland Center and Good Samaritan in Hillsboro.
“Sometimes grief is a friend you wish you didn’t know, but that you have to spend time with, because Love brought them along to the party. And the party was worth it” by Nanea Hoffman
The Picha Funeral Home in Hillsboro is assisting with arrangements, for online information go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com
Local Prep Scores from Monday 12/1
3 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Boys Basketball
New Lisbon 70 Weston 47
Westby 63 Hillsboro 47 (Miles Ravenscroft 16points to lead Hillsboro)
Seneca 64 Brookwood 59
Eleva-Strum 57 Necedah 41
Appleton West 65 Wautoma 60
Girls Basketball
Brookwood 48 Seneca 40
Westby 64 Hillsboro 60 OT
Royall 64 La Farge 22 (Layla Marty 24points to lead Royall)
Oshkosh Lourdes 63 Wautoma 12
Girls Hockey
Tomah/BRF 7 Medford 1
Rockets Boys Basketball Wins by a Hare in Blowout Over Weston
3 days
The New Lisbon Rockets boys basketball team led wire to wire in a 70-47 victory over Weston Monday night. New Lisbon led 38-21 at the halftime break, thanks to the hot shooting of Sophomore Ayden Hare. Hare finished with 19points in the game a varsity career high. Hare had 15 of his points in the first half all from down town. Sehraj Grewal and Carter Pfaff each had 9points for the Rockets. Isaac Jennings had a game high 20points to lead Weston. New Lisbon improved to 2-0 on the season while Weston drops to 0-2.
Local Prep Scores from Over The Weekend
4 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Boys Hockey
Tomah/Sparta 7 Merrill 4
Girls Hockey
St.Croix 4 Tomah/BRF 2
Bay Area 2 Tomah/BRF 0
Western WI Stars 4 Tomah/BRF 1
Boys Basketball
Neillsville 76 Nekoosa 48
Marshfield Columbus Catholic 78 Nekoosa 35
Amherst 66 Wautoma 51
Girls Basketball
Pittsville 67 Nekoosa 31
Wisconsin Rapids Assumption 81 Nekoosa 21
Union Grove 58 Bangor 32
Amherst 46 Wautoma 27
New Lisbon Auto Dealership Expanding to Tomah
4 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Rudig Jensen Owners Expand to Tomah with Purchase of Morrie’s Ford CDJR — Launch Freedom Automotive Group
Jordan Schmidt and Derek Nelson, owners of Rudig Jensen and Abra Auto Body Repair of America have officially purchased Morrie’s Ford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Tomah. The dealership will now operate as Freedom Automotive Group – Ford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Tomah, effective December 1, 2025.
This expansion marks an exciting new chapter for our locally owned automotive group. Schmidt and Nelson, long-standing business leaders in Juneau County, have built their operations on community values, customer trust, and a commitment to high-quality service. Both owners were raised in the Tomah area and are proud to return as local business leaders. With the addition of the Tomah store, they’re extending those same standards to drivers across Monroe County and beyond.
“We’re proud to continue investing locally and expanding opportunities for customers and employees alike,” said Jordan Schmidt, co-owner.
“Freedom Automotive represents more than a name — it’s about choice, trust, and community pride.”
“Our goal is to bring the same high standard of care and service that customers expect in New Lisbon to the Tomah community,” added Derek Nelson, co-owner.
“We’re excited to welcome the Tomah team and continue serving customers with integrity and dedication.”
Freedom Automotive Group will continue to represent both Ford and Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram brands, offering full sales and service operations. The dealership’s existing staff will remain in place to ensure a smooth transition for customers.
Follow our new Facebook page for Freedom Automotive Group, and drop a “congratulations” below to help us welcome the team!
Bingham, Louise Elizabeth Age 93 of Adams
4 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Louise Elizabeth Bingham, age 93, of Adams, Wisconsin passed away Thursday, November 27, 2025 at Villa Pines Living Center in Friendship, Wisconsin.
Louise was born October 05, 1932, in Black River Falls, Wisconsin to Fred Ransom Rhoades and Annie Mae Olmstead. Louise was the youngest of 12 children. She graduated from Black River Falls High School and then moved to Rockford, Illinois, where she worked as a waitress and later in assembly at Barber-Colman.
She moved to Adams County in 1967. Shortly after, she began working at Adams County Memorial Hospital (now Gundersen Moundview Hospital). Louise worked at the hospital for more than 20 years, starting as a ward clerk and retiring as Purchasing Director.
In her earlier years, Louise enjoyed dancing and playing cards. She grew large gardens every year for canning, and was an excellent baker known for her chocolate chip cookies. In later years she took many memorable driving trips with her partner Murry.
Louise was preceded in death by her parents Fred and Annie Rhoades, her 11 siblings, long-term partner Murry Rinehart, and son-in-law Dominic Pantaleo, Jr.
Survivors include her children Roberta Pantaleo, Alan (Tina) Perkins, and Cheri (Chris) Janssen. Louise is also survived by three grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, as well as several nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank the staff at Gundersen Moundview Hospital, Villa Pines Living Center, and Heartland Hospice for their compassionate care.
Per Louise’s wishes, interment will be at the Quincy Cemetery, Town of Quincy, Wisconsin, at a later date.
