Separate motorcycle crashes result in two deaths (2008/05/19)
A La Crosse man was killed in a motorcycle accident in Crawford County and an Iron Mountain, Mich., man was killed in a motorcycle accident in Vernon County, both on Saturday.

Norwegian baking demonstrations a traditional part of Syttende Mai (2008/05/19)
When Westby began thinking about observing the 17th of May again in the year of 1969, one of the first ideas was doing Norwegian food demonstrations.

Johnson announces state senate bid (2008/05/19)
Running on a platform of greater economic development and getting tangible results for area residents Democrat Tara Johnson formally launched her campaign Monday to unseat state Sen. Dan Kapanke (R-La Crosse) in the 32nd District.

White-tail breaks through window at Viroqua business (2008/05/12)
A white-tailed deer made an unwelcome visit to a downtown Viroqua business late Sunday afternoon, crashing through a double-pane glass window.

Westby police solve Davidson Park vandalism mystery (2008/05/12)
A Westby Police Department investigation solved a crime Thursday night that had raised the ire of many local residents n vandalism at the city’s beloved Davidson Park.

Sheriff’s department to host law enforcement memorial service on May 13 (2008/05/12)
The Vernon County Sheriff’s Department in Viroqua will host its annual Law Enforcement Police Memorial Service, Tuesday, May 13, at 10 a.m.

Sebion fresh off the hot seat (2008/05/12)
As Westby Area School Board President Mike Sebion is accustomed to being in the hot seat. But, on April 23rd, Sebion, wasn’t prepared to be burned alive after his 2006 GMC pick-up truck caught fire and burned within minutes of his departure from the smoking vehicle.

Dank, Seidel facing federal cocaine trafficking charges (2008/05/05)
Two Vernon County residents are facing federal charges of conspiring to distribute cocaine and distributing cocaine.

Syttende Mai Princess Banquet to be Saturday, May 10 (2008/05/05)
Plans for the 40th annual Westby Syttende Mai are moving forward with a few changes in store.

Case of measles involves one unimmunized student (2008/05/05)
The case of measles reported in Vernon County, Wednesday, involved one unimmunized student who attends Youth Initiative High School in Viroqua.

Sophomores show off history projects (2008/05/05)
Westby High School sophomores have put history on display in the high school library. After almost five months of preparation, Brian Heubner's world historiography class is showcasing the history day projects in the Westby High School media center.

New York detectives make case for river serial killer (2008/04/28)
Two retired New York Police Department detectives investigating the death of young men who have drowned in rivers, including the Mississippi River near La Crosse, believe a group of serial killers may be responsible.

Flooding reported in Grant County, Friday (2008/04/28)
Six inches of rain in Grant County led to flooding in many areas on Friday.

Benefit for little Jordan Lomen to be held in Retreat on May 10 (2008/04/28)
There will be a leukemia benefit for three-year-old Jordan Lomen at the Retreat Community Center, located off Hwy. 82 in De Soto, on Saturday, May 10, from 2 p.m. to midnight.

WAKO sweet treat hunt on Saturday (2008/04/28)
Mother Nature may have prevented the Easter Bunny from making his way to Davidson Park in Westby for Easter, but WAKO (Westby Area Kids Organization) plans on bringing a special event to the park this Saturday for kids.

Effects of southern Illinois earthquake could be felt in Vernon County (2008/04/18)
If you happened to be brewing your morning coffee at 4:30 a.m. Friday morning, that little shimmy in the floor wasn't rumbling thunder.

Westby Sons of Norway talk about China (2008/04/18)
The Westby Sons of Norway met on March 25, at the community room.

Alm and Fair headed for trial (2008/04/18)
Two men, who were arrested earlier this year on suspicion of armed robbery at a Viroqua store in December of 2007, were bound over for trial on April 10.

Access to locally-grown foods to be discussed at meeting in Viroqua (2008/04/14)
GreenLeaf Market is partnering with Viroqua Food Cooperative and Valley Stewardship Network to provide both the training and tools necessary for local farmers to connect with local food service providers via the Internet.

Immunization clinics set (2008/04/14)
The Vernon County Health Department will be conducting its monthly immunization clinics on April 16 in Hillsboro at the First Congregational Church, 620 High Ave., from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and in Viroqua on April 17, at the health department, 318 Fairlane Dr. (County Hwy. BB) from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 to 6 p.m.

Weather forecast is cold, cold with likely more snow (2008/04/10)
The National Weather Service has predicted that temperatures won’t reach into the 60s for the next seven days in Vernon County.

Westby Middle School students boycott food service program (2008/04/04)
In an effort to take a stance on what some students believe to be a substandard food offering in the Westby Area School District students in Westby Middle School began boycotting the noon lunch program earlier this week.

Rural Viola man surrenders to authorities (2008/04/04)
The Richland County Sheriff's Department reported that a day-long standoff with a rural Viola man ended with the man's surrender late Thursday afternoon.

Preliminary hearing scheduled for men arrested for Viroqua armed robbery (2008/04/04)
A preliminary hearing has been set for two men, who were arrested earlier this year on suspicion of armed robbery at a Viroqua store in December of 2007.

Fanta re-elected; four incumbents voted off county board (2008/04/04)
Viroqua Mayor Larry Fanta was re-elected to his sixth two-year term, Tuesday.

Flood watch issued by National Weather Service (2008/03/31)
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for Vernon County due to rainfall that is expected to fall through Monday night into Tuesday.

Organic Valley reports record revenue in its 20th anniversary year (2008/03/31)
Twenty years ago, seven Wisconsin farmers formed Organic Valley Family of Farms with a shared vision the cooperative still maintains: Work in partnership to produce healthy, nutritious organic food; keep family farmers farming; help revitalize rural communities while serving as stewards of the earth; and always offer a stable, sustainable pay price to its member farmers.

Westby man faces drug charges (2008/03/31)
Vernon County Sheriff Gene Cary reported the arrest of a Westby man, in connection with multiple deliveries of marijuana that occurred in the city of Westby.