Last week, young athletes from the Denmark area and beyond had the unique opportunity to learn from a legend in their sport. On Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, former NCAA superstar Christian Laettner hosted a 3-day basketball camp in the large gymnasium at Denmark High School. The Denmark News stopped by the last day of the camp to learn more about this special experience.

Last Wednesday, before their monthly meeting, members of the Denmark American Legion Johnson-Hershman Post 363 took time to assemble and load donated items they had been collecting for a great cause. For the last two months, Legion families have been collecting a number of items to help residents at the Major General Jacob Brown Green Bay Veterans Manor on Anthony Drive.

Last Monday, Way-Morr Park entered a new era of outdoor recreation with the unveiling of its newest feature. That night, Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach and Brown County Parks Director Matt Kriese joined representatives from the Town of Morrison to cut a ceremonial ribbon marking the opening of the park's new pickleball courts.

When this weekend's soggy weather resulted in the cancelation of all of Saturday's portion of the Maribel Lions Picnic, one local business stepped up to save a piece of it and still provide a night of top-notch live music. On Saturday night, Annex, who was slated to perform in Maribel, instead took the stage at Cassie's Coop for a wild night of indoor fun.

On Monday, June 17, Denmark area residents had the opportunity to view and participate in a unique and solemn religious experience. That morning, the Marian Route of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage visited both Denmark and Maribel on their week's long spiritual journey toward Indianapolis. The Denmark News was in attendance at both sites to learn more about this reverent voyage.

This month, several Denmark Middle School FFA and Denmark High School FFA members traveled down to Madison to represent their chapter and their community at the state level. From June 10 through the 13, they took part in this year's 95th annual Wisconsin FFA Convention at the Alliant Energy Center featuring competitions, leadership training and numerous awards.

Last weekend, the small community of Curran was alive with energy and excitement celebrating four decades of summer fun. From Friday through Sunday, the town's ball diamond hosted the 40th Annual Curran Community Club Slow Pitch Softball Tournament featuring eleven teams competing over three days of athletic action and fun.

Last weekend served as a shining example of how even the best laid plans are subject to the whims of Mother Nature. At the same time, it also showcased the resilience, ingenuity and generosity of our community. Leading into the weekend, the Maribel Lions Club was well prepared for two days jam-packed with a variety of activities for their annual summer picnic.

On Monday, June 10, the Maribel Village Board held their monthly board meeting in their community center. Following the call to order, Pledge of Allegiance and roll call showing all members present, the board unanimously approved the night's agenda, previous meeting's minutes and the monthly deposits and vouchers before moving on to input from the public.

Last Tuesday night, the Town of Cooperstown held their monthly board meeting at their Town Hall in Rosecrans. Following the call to order, Pledge of Allegiance and roll call showing all members in attendance, the board unanimously approved the night's agenda and the prior meetings' minutes before moving on to monthly reports from town officials.

Last Monday, the Village of Denmark hosted their monthly board meeting in Village Hall. Following the call to order , Pledge of Allegiance and roll call showing all members and staff present, the board opened the floor to pre-registered village residents to be heard.

Next Saturday, the streets of Denmark will be filled with the roar of motorcycles as a group of Veterans make their way through town for a great cause. That afternoon, The Denmark American Legion Johnson-Hershman Post 363 will host a stop on this year's Wisconsin Legion Riders "Cruise for a Cause" entitled "Stu's Cruise - 24".

Last week, drivers in the Denmark area may have noticed some new developments and activity on the northeast side of town. On Monday, crews began work on the extensive North Avenue and Danish Way reconstruction project disrupting traffic throughout the summer until the project is complete. This week, we thought it would be appropriate to outline the project that lies ahead.

Last week, Bank First announced their intentions to construct a new state-of-the-art banking facility on the same site as their current location in downtown Denmark. To learn more about this exciting news, we sat down with Bank First Market President Toby Olsen last Wednesday.

Last week, students and staff across the Denmark area rejoiced with the end of another successful school year. As always, this was cause for much excitement and fun across all grade levels.

This week, parishioners of the St. James and St. Joseph Catholic churches, as well as many others in the community, were deeply saddened by the departure of Reverend Santiago Turiano who has served both parishes for nearly five years. In his time here, Father Santy has endeared himself to many of his congregants, and he will be sincerely missed by the communities he served.

On Thursday, June 6, Denmark Middle School hosted a special ceremony celebrating the advancement of its students. That morning, the school held their annual 8th Grade Promotion in the large gymnasium at Denmark High School commemorating students who will be advancing from middle to high school in September.