This week, the stage is set, the pit is tuned and the actors are rehearsed for something magical at Denmark High School (DHS).

Last week, a team of local young people celebrated a tremendous achievement for their organization and their communities. On October 26, the Denmark-Luxemburg Equestrian Team won their first-ever State Title at this year's Wisconsin Interscholastic Horsemanship Association (WIHA) State Championship in Madison signifying the culmination of a season, and several years before, of hard work.

The "American Legion" was founded in Paris, France on 3/19/1919 following the aftermath of WWI. It was quickly chartered by our US congress on 9/16/1919. Our Denmark Post was chartered on 6/22/1922. Our First Post Commander was a prominent doctor in Denmark, Dr. Frank Hagar. He and others had fought in WWI and returned to Denmark and saw the immediate need for such an organization.

On November 8 and 9, one and all are invited to Denmark High School (DHS) to take in an incredible display of local craftsmanship and artistic talent. That weekend, the Northeast Wisconsin Woodworkers Guild (NEWWG) will host their 42nd Annual "Artistry in Wood" Show in the school's gymnasium featuring over fifty artists from across the region.

With fall weather fully setting in, many thoughts are turning to the upcoming holiday season. However, in Denmark, a group of dedicated and caring community members have already been planning a special Thanksgiving dinner for months. The Denmark Community Thanksgiving Dinner has been hosted by local volunteers for ten years now and has seen hundreds of people come together to enjoy fellowship and a delicious meal.

Last Monday, the Denmark Middle School and High School Choirs held their annual Fall Concerts in the DHS Performing Arts Center. The program highlighted “sounds of the season” with a number of spooky Halloween-inspired musical selections.

While Halloween is a beloved annual tradition for many, the associated observances do come with a variety of safety concerns. With Halloween this Friday, we thought it would be prudent to share tips for a safer holiday experience with our readers. On Thursday, we sat down with Denmark DEOs JJ Rusk and JR Pigeon to get their advice on how everyone can make sure this Halloween is a fun and safe experience for all.

On Saturday, a number of youth and adults from the greater Denmark area were out and about making a difference in their community. That morning, One Degree Youth Ministry teamed up with the Denmark Knights of Columbus Father Platta Council #4735 for this year's "Make a Difference Day" initiative which sent them across the local area to help others.

During this month's meeting of the Denmark School Board, the district officially concluded its latest referendum which saw the construction of the new addition to the elementary school allowing the consolidation of all schools to one campus as well as a number of other district-wide improvements.

On Saturday, thousands of candy-seekers gathered outside Denmark Elementary School for a local Halloween tradition celebrating the greater Denmark community. That afternoon, the Village of Denmark's Denmark Community and Business Relations Committee (DCBRC) hosted their first-ever rendition of Denmark Trunk or Treat with plenty of candy, prizes and fun to go around.

On Sunday, hundreds of costumed youngsters and their parents descended on the grass behind St. John Lutheran Church and School in Maribel for a fun Halloween tradition that gave sweet seekers a head start on their yearly candy quota.

On Saturday, thousands of people flooded the streets of Mishicot for an annual fall celebration centering on a beloved variety of gourd. That day, Pumpkinfest 2025 took over the town with a wide variety of pumpkin-themed food, activities and fun available for all who attended. The Denmark News ventured out to Mishicot on Saturday morning to see this autumnal extravaganza for ourselves.

On October 15, 2025, the Village of Denmark hosted the Governor of Wisconsin for what is believed to be the first time ever in its over 100-year history. That morning, Governor Tony Evers stopped by the future site of the Community First Credit Union Community Center to commemorate the commencement of renovations on the facility with OneDenmark and their community and county partners.

Last Wednesday, dozens gathered outside the former Denmark Early Childhood Center (ECC) to celebrate and dream of the future of the building and what it will mean for the community as a whole.

Last Monday, I had the privilege of attending a learning and discussion session presented by experts in rural community organization, development and sustainability and attended by representatives of a number of local organizations, institutions and businesses. For this week's editorial, I would like to share my thoughts on the experience and the conversations had.

Earlier this month, five Denmark area scouts made their way up to the Bear Paw Scout Camp near Mountain for this year’s Stempede! The local scouts joined hundreds of their counterparts from across the state in this special merit badge opportunity. Great job scouts! (Photo courtesy of Scott Wagner)

We’re so proud of all the students who ran for DMS Student Council officers this year.  Your leadership, creativity, and school spirit truly shined!