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December 30, 1928 - July 3, 2025 Mount Horeb - Lorraine Helen Schlimgen, age 96, of Mount Horeb, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at Ingleside Assisted Living in Mount Horeb. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Ignatius Catholic Church, 109 S. Sixth St., Mount Horeb, at 11 a.m. on... Continue Reading

WEC published election observer rule

After more than two years of bipartisan collaboration, the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) has voted to publish a new administrative rule addressing the conduct of election observers and their interactions with election officials. On June 19, commissioners on the WEC voted 5-1 to approve the... Continue Reading

‘Leading with Love’: Scenes from PFLAG’s anniversary

PFLAG celebrated its 10-year anniversary in Mount Horeb on Wednesday, June 25 at Grundahl Park. Attendees said it was a celebration of the work they have done and an inspiration to do even more in the community. Photos by Nathan Schultz.

3rd of July Fireworks light up the sky at Norsk

A boy and his dog

Teacher. Playwright. Author. Father. Southerner. Midwesterner. Dog lover. Any of those terms could easily and aptly describe Mount Horeb’s Steven Stack. But really, each of those roles is built upon seeing, hearing, and telling stories that have the power to make people think, feel, and even heal.... Continue Reading

Fire destroys building in Mt. Vernon

On Thursday, June 26 around 6:50 p.m., the Fire Department of Mount Horeb was paged to the report of a structure fire of a multi-family residence in the 8600 block of Davis St. in Mt. Vernon, right next to Mount Vernon Tap. According to Mount Horeb Fire and EMS Chief Jenny Minter, all occupants... Continue Reading

Citizens voice concerns about another apartment proposal downtown

Abigail Leavins

Local residents spoke up to opposed a proposed apartment building on Main Street at a plan commission meeting last week. Resident Linda Hodge said buildings in the downtown area should stay consistent with the current small-town feel of the village. “If you’re going to build in Mount Horeb, honor... Continue Reading

Local students wow audiences in ‘High School Musical Jr.’

Mount Horeb Middle School students took the stage on Wednesday, June 11, for two performances of High School Musical Jr., both of which played to a full house at the Mount Horeb High School Auditorium. The production featured 80 middle school cast and crew members, whose preparation and teamwork... Continue Reading

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‘Leading with Love’: Scenes from PFLAG’s anniversary

PFLAG celebrated its 10-year anniversary in Mount Horeb on Wednesday, June 25 at Grundahl Park. Attendees said it was a celebration of the work they have done and an inspiration to do even more in the community. Photos by Nathan Schultz.
3rd of July Fireworks light up the sky at Norsk

Photo by Hadley Geiger.

A boy and his dog

Author Steven Stack talks about his latest book, ‘Jack: The Story of a Dog’

Teacher. Playwright. Author. Father. Southerner. Midwesterner. Dog lover. Any of those terms could easily and aptly describe Mount Horeb’s Steven... Continue Reading

Fire destroys building in Mt. Vernon

On Thursday, June 26 around 6:50 p.m., the Fire Department of Mount Horeb was paged to the report of a structure fire of a multi-family residence in... Continue Reading

Citizens voice concerns about another apartment proposal downtown

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Local residents spoke up to opposed a proposed apartment building on Main Street at a plan commission meeting last week. Resident Linda Hodge said... Continue Reading

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School board hears safety report

The Mount Horeb Area School District (MHASD) board of education approved a policy on student valuables and approved the purchase of computers. They... Continue Reading
Village of Blue Mounds okays tiny homes
Abigail Leavins
The Blue Mounds Village Board last week approved a zoning change to allow a resident to build “tiny homes” on his land after neighbors told the board... Continue Reading
A Partners in Equity (PIE) Food Grant is funding a partnership between Neighbors Helping Neighbors and the Mount Horeb Farmers Market.

Farmers market provides food for Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Matt Geiger
Neighbors Helping Neighbors is now able to offer fresh, locally-produced food to its clients thanks to a partnership with the Mount Horeb Farmers... Continue Reading
A Sunny Summer Frolic

Festival was filled with fun for all ages

The Mount Horeb Summer Frolic took place Thursday through Sunday, July 12-15, featuring rides, games, music, food, fireworks and plenty more.... Continue Reading

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How funding cuts would impact adults with disabilities and Medicaid in our community

Michelle Meyer

Here in Wisconsin, one out of every six individuals is on Medicaid. Medicaid assistance is pervasive in our communities. Elderly citizens use Medicaid for in-home healthcare or nursing home care. Working families who cannot afford insurance premiums through the Affordable Care Act often get their... Continue Reading

Frolic kicks off summer!

Mount Horeb’s kickoff to summer is back — and bringing new twists to the fun. The 58th Summer Frolic returns June 12–15 at Grundahl Park, with a packed schedule of carnival rides, live music, games, food and beverages, tournaments, and youth and family activities. This year’s festival introduces... Continue Reading

Telsaan celebrates ten years of tea in Mt. Horeb

Matt Geiger

Legend has it that Bodhidharma, the sixth century Indian priest who brought Buddhism to China, spent nine years facing a cave wall in meditation. Exhausted and struggling to stay awake, he tore off his own eyelids, which fell to the ground and became tea plants. More than 1,000 years later, a group... Continue Reading

Residents voice frustration with Sienna Hills developer

Abigail Leavins

Mount Horeb resident Dyanne Schwartz was among several residents who spoke to plan commission members last week about their concerns with the Sienna Hills developer, arguing the second phase of the plan should not move forward. The plan commission had scheduled to hear a Phase II Sienna Hills... Continue Reading

Woman accused of killing mother pleads not guilty

Kevin Murphy

A Blue Mounds woman accused of fatally stabbing her mother last month pleaded not guilty by reason of mental defect Monday to first degree intentional homicide charges. Sierra S. Schoonover, 31, was found competent to stand trial in a report by a psychologist to which neither Schoonover’s attorney... Continue Reading

‘A way to express love and care’

Stephanie Shea, CEO and founder of Blue Mounds Cookie Co., is also a full-time Sr. Corporate Engagement Liaison at Promega Corp. in Fitchburg. She recently spoke to the Mail about her home-based gluten-free business and the many tasty treats she sells. First, tell us a bit about yourself. Where... Continue Reading

‘We make Mount Horeb a better place to live’

The local PFLAG chapter is celebrating a decade this year, and Sue Huntenburg, the group’s president, recently took the time to talk about the past, present and future of the organization, which works to create a world that supports and affirms a range of people in the community. PFLAG is about to... Continue Reading

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