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Water utility encourages conservation -- Jon Standridge
The Madison Water Utility Board and the utility’s general manager Tom Heikkinen are to be commended on their recent request for a rate increase from the Public Service Commission.
Take this pop quiz on police wrongdoing -- Terry Schmeckpeper
Here's a short social studies quiz:
Time for a new party of the left -- John Carey
The results of the 2014 gubernatorial election were a strong defeat of Mary Burke and the Democratic Party dilettantes. Mike Tate, the state chairman of the Democratic Party, tried to tell us …
Badgers football: Top Auburn receiver suspended for Outback Bowl
TAMPA, Fla. — The University of Wisconsin defense has one less threat to worry about in Thursday’s Outback Bowl.
Packers: Team gets well-earned days off for playoff bye
Securing the first-round bye earned the Packers a few days off from coach Mike McCarthy. They're on their own to celebrate the new year before returning to practice Friday.
Police investigate weekend gunfire across Madison, Fitchburg
Police say they are thankful the seven reported shootings across just over 36 hours did not leave anyone injured or killed.
State regulators give final OK to new MGE rates
The PSC order will alter the rate structure for MGE electric customers, raising the fixed rate and slightly lowering the usage charge.
Man serving child porn sentence charged with sexual assault carrying life sentence
A former Poynette man serving a 15-year federal child pornography sentence was charged Monday with child sexual assault, and if convicted would be sentenced to life in prison under a provision…
Scott Walker criticizes Barack Obama on immigration, foreign policy
Gov. Scott Walker criticized President Barack Obama's handling of a range of issues during an interview with the State Journal on Monday.
Gugel, Donald Elmer "Barney"
MADISON - Donald Elmer "Barney" Gugel, son of Louis Andrew and Dealma Mae (nee Smith) Gugel, born on June 6, 1941, in Madison, was known for his dry sense of humor, his peaceful demeanor, invo…
Draper, Jeremy Edward
LAKE MILLS - Jeremy Edward Draper, age 41, passed away on Monday, Dec. 22, 2014, at his home in Lake Mills.
Henning, Stephen J.
MADISON - Stephen J. Henning, age 71, of Madison, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2014.
Hale, Donald C.
BELOIT - Donald C. Hale, age 79, died on Friday, Dec. 26, 2014, at Beloit Memorial Hospital, with his family at his side. Don was born on Aug. 4, 1935, in Blanchardville, the son of Dale and C…
Eager, Alan (Almeron) Sidney
EVANSVILLE - Alan Eager passed away at the age of 90 on Dec. 28, 2014, after suffering from a brief illness. He was surrounded by family and expressed pleasure that he was in his home.
Gillings, Dale N.
MIDDLETON - Dale N. Gillings, age 90, passed away on Friday, Dec. 26, 2014. He was born on Sept. 27, 1924, in rural South Dakota, the son of Earl Richard and Bertha Marie (Dimick) Gillings.
Hinz, James R. "Jim"
BARABOO - James R. "Jim" Hinz, age 75, of Baraboo, died on Saturday, Dec. 27, 2014, at his home, surrounded by his family. Jim, son of Frederick and Ida Mae Hinz, was born on April 24, 1939, i…
Stonecipher, Janet Seabury
MADISON - Janet Seabury Stonecipher of Madison, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2014. Arrangements are pending. A full obituary will appear in Wednesday's edition.
Coates, Lyle R.
BLACK RIVER FALLS - Lyle Robert Coates, age 94, of Black River Falls, formerly of Baraboo, passed away on Friday, Dec. 26, 2014, at Pine View Care Center in Black River Falls. Please see the S…
Peterson, Marvin N.
MADISON - Marvin N. Peterson, age 80, of Madison, died peacefully on Monday, Dec. 29, 2014, at St. Mary's Hospital, following a brief illness.
Parker, Gentle Forest "Sonny" "Preacher" III
MCFARLAND / MADISON - Gentle Forest "Sonny" "Preacher" Parker III, was free to fly on Christmas Day, Dec. 25, 2014. He passed away at William S. Middleton Veteran's Hospital in Madison with hi…