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by Bailey Van Den Heuvel, student writer On the girls’ final day of school before break, they made a long trip to make up their previously-canceled non-conference game against Division 2 Holmen...

Local teen receives special gift through Make-A-Wish

Nick Nelson was surprised by a large group consisting of family members, friends, power soccer teammates and Make-A-Wish reps for a party in his honor prior to a team practice session at Anthony Elementary on Saturday, Dec. 20.

by Beth Kraft Nick Nelson isn’t exactly what most would consider chatty, but the stoic Mondovi High School sophomore couldn’t help but crack a big smile while demonstrating his skills operating...

Holiday hijinks—downtown Mondovi Christmas tree vandalized

The 20-foot Christmas tree that has graced downtown Mondovi since early December now resembles more of a holiday shrub since vandals snapped off the top of the tree and broke several decorations the weekend before Christmas.

by Beth Kraft Scrooge apparently made an unwelcome stop in Mondovi before Christmas, resulting in irreparable damage to the giant, 20-foot Christmas tree that made a festive debut in downtown...

Lookout Legends 4-Hers give back to area community for Christmas

Adding on a new holiday giving effort this year, Lookout Legends 4-H youth and parents combined their talents to make 12 fleece tie blankets to donate to area residents in need. 4-Hers also went shopping for local kids in need and acted as Salvation Army bell ringers this holiday season.

The Lookout Legends 4-H Club recently completed its annual slate of Christmas community service projects and added on a new effort this year. In keeping with Lookout Legends traditions, members...

Mondovi wrestlers top Regis-McDonell

The 2014-15 Mondovi High School wrestling team

The Mondovi wrestling team hosted Regis-McDonell for a dual meet on Tuesday, Dec. 16, with the Buffaloes coming out on top by a score of 42-39. Winning matches for Mondovi were: 120—Austin Fedie,...

Mondovi Board prepping for new superintendent selection process

by Beth Kraft With the new year fast approaching, the Mondovi School Board was hard at work drafting interview questions for superintendent candidates at its most recent meeting, held Monday, Dec...

Mondovi boys build solid foundation in early going this season

Beating a pair of E/PC defenders, junior Blake Purdy cut down the lane toward the basket. Purdy had a big game for Mondovi with a double-double, scoring 16 points in the 57-47 decision over the Wolves on Thursday night, Dec. 18.

by Beth Kraft The Mondovi boys basketball team recorded two more victories last week and moved to 2-0 in Dunn-St. Croix Conference play heading into the holiday break. It’s a start many may not...

Lady Buffs fall short against Boyceville and Colfax

Putting up a shot, senior Mattie Mahlum took contact from Colfax’s Cheyenne Olson. Mahlum led the Buffaloes with 13 points in a 54-27 loss to the Vikings last week.

by Bailey Van Den Heuvel, student writer The Mondovi Lady Buffaloes played in two challenging Dunn-St. Croix Conference games against Boyceville and Colfax last week. On Tuesday, Dec. 16, the...

Retiring E-S bus driver follows in husband’s footsteps

Eleva-Strum bus driver Ramona Hanson retired earlier this month after spending over 40 years as a daily route driver for the district. The chance to interact with local youth each day as a positive force in their lives is a big part of what kept her in the driver’s seat all these years, Ramona says. She and her husband, Howard Hanson, who retired from the district in May, spent a combined total of 80+ years driving E-S students to and from school.

by Beth Kraft Driving school bus is in the Hanson family’s blood. Both Howard and Ramona Hanson of Strum began driving bus routes for the Eleva-Strum School District beginning in the 1970s....

Asher Realty breaks in new office space with open house

Mondovi’s Asher Realty agents Susan Loomis, left, and Lori Seipel, right, recently relocated their office to 675 E. Main St. from their former location on the city’s west side. Together, Loomis and Seipel hold 47 years of experience with local real estate listings.

by Beth Kraft Location, location, location—it’s a mantra often repeated to homebuyers and sellers and one that a local real estate office recently took to heart. Mondovi’s Asher Realty office...

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