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George Couch

MOUNT HOREB - George Couch, 77, of rural Mount Horeb, passed away on March 12, 2020, at his home surrounded by the love of his family. He was born in Lakewood, N.J. to Norman and Sarah (Collins) Couch on Feb. 18, 1943. George spent his youth in Lyndhurst, then Piscataway, N.J., where he graduated...

Neighbors Helping Neighbors Offers Free Meals During Pandemic

For those who are experiencing food insecurity amid measures to control the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus Neighbors Helping Neighbors (NHN) will host a drive thru mobile food pantry this Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. at Mount Horeb United Methodist Church, (lower level) 9542 Co Hwy S. No...

Food Pantry Lifts Income Guidelines

The Mount Horeb Area Food Pantry, Inc will temporarily rescind income guidelines during the COVID-19 outbreak. Our services will be open to help anyone, including seniors, individuals and families, within the Mount Horeb Area School District that may be in temporary need of food. They are hoping...

County Exec Issues Statement

Dane County executive Joe Parisi on Monday released the following statement as local residents hunkered down and worked to prevent the spread of coronavirus: “The world has been moving pretty fast lately; events are unfolding rapidly, and that can be unsettling,” said Parisi. “At times like this,...

Optimist Events Cancelled

Two popular local events have been cancelled in an effort to keep the community healthy. The Optimist Club of Mount Horeb was plannig to host its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4 the Intermediate Center Cafeteria. More than 800 eggs were to be hidden in a giant “nest” on the floor. ...

Community Calendar

THURSDAY, MARCH 19 Coffee with Dr. Salerno, at Sjolinds, 9:00am-10:30am – CANCELLED per Dr. Salerno TUESDAY, MARCH 22 Bookmobile – Blue Mounds – CANCELLED UNTIL APRIL 6 or until further notice Bookmobile – Mount Vernon – CANCELLED UNTIL APRIL 6 or until further notice Please Note...

Sugar River Euchre

After nine weeks of the regular season and one playoff match the Harley Blue Express has secured the final spot in this year’s championship match. The Express took an early 23 point lead and continued to pick up speed through the sixth round where they lead by 62. In the seventh round though, it...

Commander's Corner

The Flag Holiday Program will continue to grow this year with help from everyone in Mount Horeb and Blue Mounds. The Flag Holiday Program is a great way to show everyone how we support our community and our Nation. We would love to continue to paint these communities Red, White and Blue this...

Gleanings

120 Years Ago- March 22, 1900 Mr. John Wagner went to Barron County, Wis., today. His friends will be pleased if he returns without getting lost. Mrs. Brustuen, the aged mother of Arne Brustuen is no more. She was laid to rest in the Springdale church cemetery Saturday, March 10. Samuel...

School Board Grapples With COVID-19

With warnings from the federal government discouraging gatherings of more than ten people, the Mount Horeb Area School District offered access to their Monday, March 17, through a phone call-in system. The board tabled numerous items on the agenda to expedite the meeting and focus on the district’s...