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City of Mauston Looking for Individuals to Serve on Planning Commission Tourism Board
9 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
The City of Mauston is seeking enthusiastic, community-minded individuals to serve on the Plan Commission and the Greater Mauston Tourism Association (GMTA) Board.
Plan CommissionWe’re looking for three Mauston residents who are not currently city officials to join this important advisory body. Help guide land use decisions, development planning, and community growth.
GMTA Board (Board on Tourism)Join a team that promotes Mauston as a destination! We’re seeking members who:
-Represent the hotel/motel, restaurant, or tourism industry
-Either own or work for a business located in Mauston
-Do not need to live in the city
Whether you’re a resident, a business owner, or someone who works in town, your perspective matters. Help us build a better Mauston for today and tomorrow.
For more information contact Mayor Darryl Teske, mayor@mauston.com.
Tomah Hires Interim Public Works & Utilities Director
9 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
The City of Tomah has appointed the President of Town and Country Engineering to serve as Interim Director of Public Works and Utilities beginning 2 May 2025. Town and Country Engineering is a firm that has been contracted by the City to serve as the City’s official engineer, a requirement by Wisconsin State law governing municipal government. They have served as the City Engineer since 1985 and are familiar with current and future projects in the city. This appointment ensures continuity of government as Director Kirk Arity retires from a career of public service during which he dutifully served the City of Tomah for the past 11 years. The Director of Public Works and Utilities serves as a statutory officer of a city and is required by Wisconsin State Statute 62.09. The City of Tomah’s City Council voted earlier in April during special session to hire a professional recruiter to conduct a nationwide search for the open position.
Heitman, Robert Richard Age 91 of Grand Marsh
9 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Robert Richard Heitman, age 91, of Grand Marsh, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at Mile Bluff Medical Center in Mauston, Wisconsin.
A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Adams VFW Hall in Adams, Wisconsin. A Memorial Service with Military Honors will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 3rd, at the VFW Hall in Adams, Wisconsin. Rev. Phillip Waldschmidt will officiate.
Robert was born on April 23, 1933, in Adams County, Wisconsin, to Martin Henry and Elsie Louise (Cook) Heitman. Raised on the family farm, he graduated from Adams-Friendship High School in 1950. He proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1953 to 1955.
On June 12, 1953, Robert married Lorna Kurth, and together they raised five children. He later married Doris Novak on March 26, 1999, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Robert had a long and fulfilling career as a heavy equipment operator and was a dedicated 60-year member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local #139. In 1978, he took over the family farm, where he continued farming for many years.
A man of many interests, Robert enjoyed hunting, fishing, motorcycling, logging, and cutting pulp. He was passionate about tracking weather patterns and maintained a weather diary for 70 years. Robert curated an extensive collection of IH Farmall Tractors with his sons. He was an active member of several organizations, including the Old Tractor Club, Badger Steam and Gas Engine Club of Baraboo, Snider-Richardson American Legion Post #273, and the International Harvester Collectors Club Chapter #4.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Lorna (1988); his second wife, Doris; his daughter, Teresa Heitman; sisters, Lois (Harold) Hintz and Carol (Howard) Edwards; daughter-in-law, Diane Heitman; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Clarence and Belva (Morgan) Kurth; in-laws: Darrell (Jeanette) Kurth and Ken Byers; and daughter-in-law, Diane Heitman.
He is survived by his children: Richard Heitman, Karen (Ron Jordi) Heitman, Debra (Steve) Freeman, and Mike (Cheri) Heitman; his brother, Jim (Carolyn) Heitman; sister, Dorothy (Harold) Ashworth; grandchildren, Christopher (Amy) Heitman and Logan (Mikayla) Heitman; great-grandchildren, Lyra and Declan; sisters-in-law, Lana Byers, Elenore (Jack) Riddle, and Nancy Edwards; and his dear partner and friend, Georgia Peterson. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the nurses and doctors at Mile Bluff Medical Center, as well as caregivers Lynn and Hailey. A special thank-you goes to Cheri and Mikayla for their unwavering support and care.
Arrangements are being handled by Roseberry’s Funeral Home. Online condolences and additional information are available at www.roseberrys.com.
Local Prep Scores from Thursday 4/24
10 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Baseball
Mauston 2 Westfield 1
Royall 8 Hillsboro 0
Brookwood 12 Wonewoc-Center 0
Bangor 8 Cashton 2
Necedah 12 New Lisbon 11
Weston 21 La Farge 0
Nekoosa 2 Wautoma 1
Reedsburg 2 Madison Edgewood 0
Wisconsin Dells 11 Adams-Friendship 1
Onalaska 9 Tomah 2
Softball
New Lisbon 5 Necedah 4 (Abby Steele 2×3 for New Lisbon , Syvannah Schumer 2×4 for Necedah)
Hillsboro 9 Royall 5 (Liz Cairns 4×4 for the Tigers)
Wonewoc-Center 7 Brookwood 6
Cashton 3 Bangor 2
Tomah 11 La Crosse Central 3
Reedsburg 13 Stoughton 1
Wautoma 16 Mauston 1
Adams-Friendship 13 Westfield 3
Wisconsin Dells 15 Nekoosa 3
Girls Soccer
Reedsburg 2 Tomah 1
Royall Baseball Blanks Hillsboro
10 months
The Royall Panthers baseball team kept their winning ways going with an 8-0 victory over the Hillsboro Tigers. Trey Wildes picked up the win on the mound pitching 6 scoreless innings giving up no runs on 4hits walking 2 and striking out 7. Wildes also went 3×3 at the plate with a double and an RBI. Ben Crneckiy also had a big day at the plate going 3×3 with a double and 2RBI’s. Jett Bender had a pair of hits as well for the Panthers who improve to 9-2 on their season and 6-0 in the Scenic Bluffs Conference. Braun Jirschle went 2×3 for the Tigers who drop to 4-2 in the conference and 5-3 overall.
Mauston Baseball Opens Up New Field With Dramatic Victory
10 months
The Mauston Golden Eagles baseball team opened up their new friendly confines with a walk off victory over the Westfield Pioneers. Hayden Gyllin drove in Tyler Link for the winning run in the bottom of the 7th to lift the Golden Eagles to their 3rd straight conference victory. Gyllin’s heroics made a winner of Beef Massey on the mound. Massey pitched the final two innings giving up nothing 1hit a walk and 3strikeouts. Isaac Steinke started and pitched well going 5innings giving up just one run on 4hits 3walks and 14 strikeouts. Evan Freimuth drove in Maustons other run in the 2nd inning. Westfield Sam Berruecos pitched well in a losing effort giving up just the 2runs on only 3hits. Mauston improves to 4-5 on the season and 3-0 in the South Central Conference.
Planned Power Outage in New Lisbon for Thursday
10 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
The New Lisbon Public Works Department would like to inform our citizens of a planned electric outage that will occur tomorrow, Thursday, April 24, 2025, starting at approximately 12:30 pm. This outage will be due to the needed maintenance of a power pole located on South Monroe Street. The outage is expected to last for one hour while service is being done.
The areas, businesses, and residences that will be affected by this outage will be along the following streets:
- 800 Block of South Washington Street
- 800 & 900 Block of South Monroe Street
- 900 Block of Allen Road
- 900 Block of Broadway Street
- Maple Street
- Taylor Road
- Duncan Road
- Truman Street
- Goodland Street
The city does recognize that residents in these areas may be affected by the outage as it pertains to medical equipment within their homes. If this is the case, please take the necessary precautions and feel free to inform New Lisbon Public Works Director Nick Wyss with any questions or concerns. Director Wyss can be contacted directly at 608-548-1666.
News from Mauston City Council Meeting
10 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Great news from Tuesday’s Council meeting! We had the joy of celebrating some amazing members of our city family. We honored Val Nelson, our dedicated Utility Clerk & Zoning Administrator, for her impressive 20 years of service. We also recognized Daron J. Haugh, City Administrator, for his 5 years of committed work with the City, and gave a heartfelt thank you to Barb Hoilien, who retired after serving 20 years as an Election worker. Though Barb has stepped down from election duties, we’re fortunate that she continues to serve our community as Alderwoman Ward 4.
In another highlight, we made a meaningful decision about one of our beloved parks. In a heartwarming tribute to the May family’s generous donation from the 1960s, Kiwanis Park will now be known as May Park. This name change not only honors their lasting legacy but also helps preserve an important piece of our community’s history.
And mark your calendars! Mayor Teske read a proclamation announcing that Arbor Day will be celebrated this Thursday, April 24, 2025. This special day reminds us all of the importance of trees in our community and our commitment to maintaining our city’s natural beauty. This event kicks off at 10:30am at veteran’s Park.
Local Prep Scores from Tuesday 4/22
10 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Baseball
Mauston 5 Adams-Friendship 4
Wisconsin Dells 7 Wautoma 2
Nekoosa 4 Westfield 0
Reedsburg 7 Madison Edgewood 2
Hillsboro 16 New Lisbon 2
Wonewoc-Center 3 Necedah 1
Bangor 7 Brookwood 4
Tomah 7 La Crosse Logan 6 (Jackson Steffel Homerun for Tomah)
Royall 10 Cashton 2 (Jackson Bender 3×4 for the Panthers, Ben Crneckiy winning pitcher)
Softball
Hillsboro 14 New Lisbon 1 (Michelyn Hanson Homerun for Hillsboro)
Necedah 9 Wonewoc-Center 6 (Ava Kiesling 3×4 4RBI’s for Necedah, Emma Phillips 2×4 3RBI’s for WC)
Royall 2 Cashton 1
Bangor 5 Brookwood 1
Westfield 28 Mauston 0
Wautoma 7 Nekoosa 6
Adams-Friendship 8 Wisconsin Dells 4
Tomah 9 G-E-T 1
De Soto 17 Weston 1
Girls Soccer
Melrose-Mindoro/G-E-T 4 Mauston 2
Amherst 1 Adams-Friendship 0
Reedsburg 6 Baraboo 1
Tomah 1 La Crosse Aquinas 0
