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By: Alex Sekora Many in the Denmark area were taken by surprise recently when the village was left without power due to a fire at the substation near Shirley. However, this isn’t the f…

Over the past couple weeks, I have had the pleasure of helping assemble this year's FFA Special Section for the newspaper. In doing so, I have had the chance to see all the amazing thi…

At this month's Denmark School Board meeting held last Monday evening in the high school media center, along with the usual reports from administrators or staff, two students were also…

Last Saturday night, Neshota Park was home to a unique winter adventure for all to enjoy. That evening, the Friends of Neshota Park held their annual candlelight hike through the woode…

This Sunday, February 26 from 1-4 pm, the Denmark Historical Society will be hosting a special open house at their museum, located in the basement of the former BMO Harris Bank. Visito…

By: Chris C. Nelson, Owner/Publisher The Midwest. It’s known for its weather seasons, agriculture and friendly, hardworking, sports-loving people. We talk about the weather incessantly…

On Saturday, February 25, St. James Catholic Parish will host its annual "Dinner & Dance" fundraiser at Gatherings 43 in Denmark. The event is the parish's yearly fundraiser and will f…

Last Friday, Inspired Grounds, in partnership with OneDenmark, hosted their first ever "Family Game Night Friday" in the former BMO Harris Bank building in downtown Denmark. Family Gam…

On Friday, February 10, at a ceremony at the Army National Guard's Regional Training Institute in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Cooperstown native and Denmark High School graduate, Randy Remik…

Police officers who have served Denmark, as well as officers who are Denmark High School Alums, were honored last Tuesday evening at the Brown County Sheriff's Office Benevolent Associ…

For decades, the annual Tractor Pull that took place every Denmark Lions Weekend was a celebrated tradition in the Denmark community. For many, it was an integral part of the yearly pi…

Denmark Alum enjoying journalism career in Florida By: Chris C. Nelson, Publisher Many people have called our village home. They’ve gone beyond our Midwest neighborhoods and small town…

Last Thursday evening, the Denmark Performing Arts Center hosted a one-of-a-kind concert for the ages. That night, the Nashville Showcase fundraiser concert was held featuring three am…

On Saturday, February 18, Neshota Park will be the site of a one-of-a-kind event. That night, from 6 to 9 p.m., the Friends of Neshota Park will host their annual "Candlelight Hike" th…

Last week, All Saints Catholic School in Denmark took part in the nationwide celebration of "Catholic Schools Week". CSW is an annual celebration of Catholic education in the United St…

By: Chris C. Nelson, Publisher My mom always reminds me she wished she sent me to Catholic school. I’m sure she has her reasons, but I think it’s because of all the headaches I caused …