This school year, students at Denmark High School will have access to new state-of-the-art equipment that will give them opportunities to unlock skills that could help them far past graduation. Last month, new multimedia recording technology, obtained through a federal grant program, was delivered to the school with students learning the ins and outs of the new equipment since classes resumed on September 3.

Last Saturday, the air around Hebel's Corners was filled with a delectable combination of smells and the sounds of friendly competition. That day, Denmark Sting Cancer hosted their 27th annual Booyah Cook Off fundraiser at Circle Tap featuring seven of the area's top booyah masters competing side by side.

Like it or not, October is upon us and with it comes an initiative aimed at preventing disastrous accidents from happening. October 7-13 is National Fire Prevention Week with fire departments across the country performing outreach and educational demonstrations.

On Sunday, Our Savior's Lutheran Church recognized, honored and thanked one of their own for over half a century of beautiful music. That morning, during their weekly services, the parish celebrated the retirement of longtime Piano Accompanists and Organist Gloria Kane after over 50 years of service to the faith community.

Last Saturday, the small Village of Maribel was pulsing with excitement. That night, Donnie Whetung of Bottoms Up hosted a celebration commemorating 15 years of business. The Denmark News was live on the scene to learn more.

On Sunday, booyah lovers and community supporters alike flocked to Poland, Wisconsin, for a tasty fundraiser supporting great causes. That morning, the Eaton Snow Diamonds hosted their annual Booyah Sale fundraiser at the Eaton Community Center to help support community members in need. The Denmark News was in attendance to learn more.

Last week, the Denmark School District, along with the greater community, commemorated Homecoming 2024 with all the traditional fanfare and festivities the observance entails. For decades, the fall season has brought with it the beloved celebration of school spirit and community pride to Denmark, and this year's extravaganza was no exception.

Last Friday, prior to the Homecoming matchup between Denmark and Little Chute, the Denmark School District invited one and all to take a firsthand look at the newest additions and improvements to their newly-consolidated campus. That evening, they hosted a special Grand Opening Ceremony for the new addition to the elementary school followed by self-guided tours of the new facility.

On Friday afternoon, the Denmark community gathered for a tradition that has been a staple of the yearly Homecoming festivities for decades. The annual Homecoming Parade has long been a highlight of the festive week for many, and this year's procession did not disappoint in any way.

On Saturday, September 21, the traditional Homecoming Dance was held in the Denmark High School gymnasium. High school students from all four grade levels were invited to the annual celebration that followed the week's theme of "Denmark's Got Game". The gymnasium was decorated with board and video game-themed items, many of which had been repurposed from the week's hallway decorations.

Prior to Friday night's Homecoming main event football game between the Denmark Vikings and the Little Chute Mustangs, Denmark High School students spent the day ramping up their school spirit and class pride with a variety of fun activities.

This year's Homecoming match-up between the Denmark Vikings and the Little Chute Mustangs was an amazing display of student talent both on and off the field. Throughout the game, various groups and organizations had a chance to shine in front of a massive hometown audience.

For this year's Homecoming, Bank First - Denmark had a fun and tasty treat for customers to enjoy before the big game. On Friday afternoon, the branch hosted their annual customer appreciation "Tailgate Party" outside their building in downtown Denmark. The Denmark News was live on the scene to learn more about this annual event.

On Saturday, hundreds of area golfers hit the links at Wander Springs in support of a local family. That day, the Denmark Knights of Columbus Father Platta Council #4735 hosted their 23rd Annual Benefit Golf Outing at the acclaimed course featuring fun, prizes, food, drinks and golf with all proceeds going to the Brooke Tenor family. The Denmark News was live on the scene to learn more about this year's event.

On Sunday, hundreds gathered in and around Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Denmark for the parish's annual Fall Festival and Car Show fundraiser. Unfortunately, to the chagrin of organizers and attendees, Mother Nature did not want to cooperate with the congregation's planned event. The nine straight days of unseasonably warm and dry late summer weather finally broke over the weekend, and Sunday morning dawned cool and dreary with  persistent rain.