Year in Review 2023 - February - Ground broken
FEBRUARY On a frigid day this February, ground was broken on the new pumping facility next to the Denmark water tower. The ceremony marked the official beginning of a partnership betwe…
Year in Review 2023 - January - Village Hall on the move
JANUARY In January, The Village of Denmark officially announced plans to relocate their municipal offices to the former BMO Harris Bank Building on the corner of Wisconsin and North Av…
EDITORIAL - Let's keep the Christmas spirit alive
Although I am not a fan of celebrating "too early", I have always truly loved the Christmas season. From a young age through adulthood, I have always enjoyed so much of what makes Chri…
Denmark Hen Alliance takes shape
Late this summer, we reported on the growing debate in the Village of Denmark regarding the right for residents to raise chickens on their property. Since then, advocates for the right…
OneDenmark Monthly Update: December
In October, we reported on the Denmark School Board's decision to grant the current Early Childhood Center (ECC) to OneDenmark once the district is done using it if the organization me…
LOCAL EATS - Rookies Bar & Grill
In spring, we reported on longtime Denmark institution Rookies Bar & Grill changing hands from John Goral to new owner Jack St. Peter. For this month's "Local Eats" entry, we thought w…
1st and 2nd Grade Christmas Concert
The 1st and 2nd graders put on wonderful Christmas programs for their family and friends on Tuesday, December 19th at the Denmark High School Performing Arts Center. Students in 1st …
Lions Care Packages
Last Saturday was a busy day for two area Lions Clubs who each took time from their busy holiday schedules to spread joy and cheer to those in need. That morning, both the Denmark and …
ECC Breakfast with Santa
Last Thursday, December 21, the Denmark Early Childhood Center (ECC) welcomed a very special guest from very far away. That morning, the school hosted their annual Breakfast with Santa…
OneDenmark presents "Holiday Family Fun"
Last Wednesday, OneDenmark hosted a fun and free event for one and all to enjoy. That night, the organization partnered up with Denmark High School Students to host the first ever "Hol…
The Best Lights in Town
This year, The Denmark News decided to facilitate the first ever "Best Lights in Town" Christmas light contest to judge who has the best holiday display in the area and to share their …
Denmark resident seeks living donor with plea on social media
Christmas wishes come in all shapes and sizes. With so few days remaining until the holiday arrives, folks are hustling to get their shopping lists fulfilled. Now, imagine a request th…
Sheepshead Tournament
Last Thursday, all were welcome to join in the first ever Sheepshead Tournament held at Gatherings 43 in Denmark. That night, dozens of players from across the area and beyond gathered…
Cooperstown December Meeting
On Tuesday, December 12, the Cooperstown Town Board held their monthly board meeting at their Town Hall in Rosecrans. Agenda items included reports from various town officials, continu…
December School Board Meeting
Last Monday, the Denmark School Board held their monthly meeting in the high school Media Center. Major topics of this meeting included the district's recent evaluation and potential c…
Village of Denmark December Meeting
Last Monday afternoon, the Village of Denmark held their monthly board meeting at the new Village Hall in the former BMO Harris Bank building. Topics discussed and acted on at this mon…