From fighting fires to fixing Tonka trucks

Richard Bell sits with one of his refurbished Tonka trucks, resembling a Mayville Fire Department ladder truck.

After a career spent battling blazes and leading firefighting teams, retired Fire Chief Richard Bell has found a new way to keep his passion for fire trucks alive — by restoring miniature …

Veterans Hunt returns for 17th year

Hunters from across the United States gathered in Wisconsin’s Horicon Marsh this past weekend for the 17th annual Horicon Marsh Veterans Hunt, an event aimed at providing healing, camaraderie, …

Lift off: Area veteran reflects on Honor Flight trip

Timm holding a package of letters written by area school children, thanking him for his service.

For Vietnam War veteran Al Timm, 82, a recent visit to the nation’s war memorials was more than a sightseeing trip — it was a symbol of gratitude and patriotism shaped by a life spanning …

Potential Meeting May Determine Future of Theresa Ambulance Services

The uncertain future of Theresa Ambulance Services dominated the discussion during the Village of Theresa Finance Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday, November 3. The Theresa Ambulance …

DATCP and USDA Announce Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program Equipment-Only Grant Recipients

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has partnered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) to award 11 …

Village of Theresa Contemplates Wheel Tax

The Theresa Public Works Committee and village board weighed implementing a wheel tax during their meetings on Monday, October 20. A wheel tax is an extra fee charged to village residents during …

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Dodge County Pionier 11-06-2025

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Cardinals Outlast WLA, Advance to Level 3 After Hard-Fought 28–21 Win

Brady Zitlow (#10) and Emerson Mittelstadt (#12) tackle the Viking rusher.

Mayville’s playoff run continued Friday night under the lights at Ray Dunn Field as the Cardinals battled conference rival Winnebago Lutheran Academy (WLA) for a 28–21 victory in the …

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Cardinals Soccer Shows Growth, Sets Foundation for the Future

The Mayville boys’ varsity soccer team wrapped up its 2025 season with a 6-15-2 record, highlighted by steady growth, technical improvement, and strong leadership from its senior class. …

Mayville Athletes Earn All-Conference Honors Across Fall Sports

It was a standout fall season for Mayville High School athletics, with several Cardinal student-athletes recognized for their strong performances in football, volleyball, and boys' soccer. Multiple …

Lomira Girls Cross Country Finishes Sixth in Division Three

Lomira cross country team posing with their state banner and coaches.

On November 1, the Lomira girls’ cross country team finished in sixth place with 180 points at the Division 3 state cross country meet at the Wisconsin Rapids Ridges Golf Course.

2025 Lomira Fall Sports Awards

Lomira Fall Sports Awards Football Flyway All-Conference Offense 1st Team WR: Charlie Cole, Jr. 2nd Team QB: Keegan Kell, Jr. OL: Kincade Todl, Sr. Honorable Mention RB: Hunter Schaumberg, Fr. …

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Dennis Gremminger

Dennis Gremminger, 70, of Wisconsin Rapids, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025. Born on June 1, 1955 in Beaver Dam, to Frank and Sylvia (Bauer) Gremminger, …

Barbara June "Barb" Gruber

Barbara June “Barb” Gruber (née Whitford), born on May 24, 1935, in Mayville, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025, in Hartford. She was 90 years old. …

Allen R. Loest

Allen R. Loest, 81, of Green Bay passed away Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, at his residence. Allen was born July 23, 1944, in Beaver Dam, son of the late Elmer and Erma (Steger) …

Leonard "Len" Frank Schnabl Jr.

On October 15, 2025, Leonard “Len” Frank Schnabl Jr., 79, peacefully died surrounded by his loving wife, Joyce of 52 years and their little dog, Tucker, at Harbor Haven …

Joan May Brasch (nee Bratz)

May 24, 1930 – October 16, 2025 Joan May Brasch was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. …

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