Monday, September 16, 2024
Wega-Fremont

Mower racers drop the hammer in Fremont

The flagman swept a green flag and the racers burst into the first turn in a tight pack.

Ian Teal, Kathy Fehl are king and queen of festivities, parade, weekend of Sept. 13-14.

Celebrating Independence Day

Communities throughout Waupaca County will celebrate the Fourth of July with parades, picnics and fireworks. File Photo Parades, picnics and fireworks will be featured during Fourth of July …

W-F FFA wins Quiz Bowl

The Weyauwega-Fremont FFA Chapter was named the winning state FFA Quiz Bowl Team. Shown are state FFA President Mary Schrieber, and W-F FFA members Helmi Lehto, Isaac Leyva, Lia Kiedrowski. Victor …

New sign for Weyauwega mural

Artist Amanda Wilz painted a mural based off images and landmarks from the silo inside a big, blank wall inside the newly remodeled office of Hutchinson Insurance. James Card Photo Silo depicts local …

Depot film packs the Gerold

The premier of “Back on Track: Rebuilding the Waupaca Train Depot” was shown at the packed Gerold Opera House in Weyauwega. It was the story of Mike Kirk who restored the depot after decades of …

Artwork from poster for "Back on Track," a film about restoring the Waupaca train depot that will premiere at the Gerold Opera House in Weyauwega. Submitted image Premieres at Gerold Opera House By …

On March 25, the Fremont's Board of Trustees voted unanimously to dissolve its police department because of staffing and funding hardships. It was founded in 1882. James Card Photo Waupaca County …

Four injured in U.S. 10 crash

Driver going wrong way Four people were injured in a head-on crash on U.S. Highway 10 east of Haffner Road in rural Weyauwega shortly before 8 p.m. Monday, March 25. According to the Waupaca County …

‘Human Google’ puts up points

Four students of the championship-winning W-F Quiz Bowl team, shown from left, are Emily Niemuth, Lauren Wisner, Victor Kiedrowski and Luz Gomez-Chavez. Submitted Photo Weyauwega-Fremont pulls Quiz …

Welcome to ninja week

Weyauwega and Fremont Elementary School students are participating in a an obstacle course inspired by American Ninja Warrior. The course tests a wide range of physical skills. James Card Photo Best …

Another Main Street revival

The 102 E. Main Street building, on the left, is being renovated and will be open for commercial use below and apartment rental above. The next door building is slated for a makeover next year. James …

Bloody Mary hat trick

The Buss Stop was voted as having the area’s best bloody mary for the third year in a row. James Card Photo Buss Stop wins third year By James Card The Buss Stop was voted as having the area’s …

Hearts out for crash victims

Hearts with the names of the Gonzalez siblings hang near the door of Weyauwega Star Dairy and other downtown businesses. James Card Photo Weyauwega community mourns loss By James Card Throughout …

One killed in house fire

Blaze happened in Royalton Firefighters removed an elderly man from a house fire in the town Royalton shortly after 2:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 18. When they arrived firefighters found the basement of the …

Bringing lights back to life

Bryan Austin, owner of Miracles Vintage Lamps and Gifts, restores and repairs all types of lighting. He also crafts one-of-a-kind lamps and chandeliers using salvaged and antique materials. James …

Three killed in head-on crash

Pick-up going wrong way on U.S. 10 A westbound truck in the eastbound lane collided head-on with an oncoming sports utility vehicle around 9:15 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16. The crash occurred on U.S. …

Cops, firefighters, the Grinch

During the Police vs. Fire Christmas Light Show and Food Drive, the Grinch stole Christmas cookies and engaged in other mischief. Law enforcement and firefiighters raised money and took in donations …

Weyauwega holiday events

Dueling Christmas lights Saturday Dueling Christmas Lights between police and firefighters will be from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, in Weyauwega. It’s the second annual friendly …

More students, pinched for room

Fremont Elementary School has more studens enrolled there. File Photo Growing pains for Fremont Elementary By James Card Two remarkable things are happening at Fremont Elementary School: the new STEM …

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