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It’s not a widely known fact, but colon cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer death in both men and women. Because of this, officials at Gundersen Health System are emphasizing the importance of regular screening to make sure any sign of the disease is addressed immediately. March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, and Gundersen gastroenterologist Dr. Steve Schlack-Haerer says it’s a good time to schedule a colonoscopy if you’re due. He says this screening method is the most effective option when it comes to detecting a polyp before it turns into a tumorous cancer. And just recently, the average age for a person to get their first colonoscopy dropped

Recently, Castle Rock Realty made a $15,000 commitment to Mile Bluff Medical Center Foundation’s For You. With You. capital fundraising campaign.  The campaign is raising funds to support the medical center’s two-phased expansion project that begins with transforming the former Mauston Shopko building into a healthcare facility.   “At Castle Rock Realty, we firmly believe that every community deserves access to top-notch healthcare, no matter its size,” said owner and broker, Bobbi Brandt.  “Supporting Mile Bluff Medical Center’s initiative aligns perfectly with our values of community growth and accessible healthcare for all. Knowing that our support directly impacts our loved ones and neighbors, makes this endeavor even more meaningful.”  

South Central All-Conference Girls Basketball Teams   1st Team Junior    Mauston              Kylie Heller Senior   Wautoma            Montana Groskreutz Senior   Wautoma            Alayna Panich Senior   Westfield            Carly Drew Junior    Westfield            Haddie Showen Soph.    Wisconsin Dells Natalie Backhaus (Carly Drew & Haddie Showen named Co-Player of the Year)   2nd Team Senior   Adams-Friendship           Evy Shaw Junior    Mauston                              Carly Onsager Junior    Westfield                            Holly Goodwin Senior   Wisconsin Dells                 Maya Michalsky Junior    Wisconsin Dells                 Natalie Field Source: WRJC.com

State Powerlifting Results: -Izzy Rodriguez 2nd place girls equipped 123 class-Kiwi Barr 3rd place girls equipped 148 class-Tara Wenzel State champ girls equipped 148 class-Savannah Marvin state champ girls equipped 198 class-Daphne Peterson 6th place girls raw 198 class-Riley Willey 7th place girls raw 242 class-Alex Geesaman 22nd place boys raw 123 class -Tara Wenzel girls equipped best lifter award -Division 2 Girls Equipped Team 2nd place team award Source: WRJC.com

Helen C. Wiora passed away peacefully at the age of 89 on March 1, 2024, at the Crest View Nursing Home in New Lisbon, WI. Born on November 28, 1934, in the town of Clearfield in Juneau County, WI, Helen was the loving daughter of Stanley and Catherine (Pilinski) Sowa. Her early years in the Chicago area were marked by a spirited dedication to her education, culminating in her graduation from St. Casimir Catholic High School in 1952. Helen’s heart found its match when she married Richard T. Wiora on June 20, 1954, in Chicago, IL. Their loving partnership was blessed with four children, James, Vikki, Valerie, and Timothy, and