Valley Sentinel

05/07/2026

Curious what happened with all those elections complaints in Arena last year? 🗳️

The Village of Arena has been fairly quiet the past year, doing damage control, fixing messes and doing the often quiet, boring work of governing.

That boring, quiet, slow governing comes in other forms as well, as the Wisconsin Elections Commission finally ruled on one of the election complaints from last spring's election — and it ruled that the ballot order was unlawful.

Elections Commission rules Arena 2025 Spring Election was conducted with unlawful ballot order for village trustees

The Wisconsin Elections Commission ruled that the Village of Arena’s April 1, 2025, trustee ballot was unlawfully arranged due to former Clerk DaNean Naeger’s failure to conduct a required second drawing after the primary. The ruling followed election complaints and resolved one of several similar cases against Naeger, who resigned amidst the controversy.

Read it here ⬇️

The Wisconsin Election Commission ruled that the Village of Arena's April 1, 2025, trustee ballot was unlawfully arranged due to former Clerk DaNean Naeger's failure to conduct a required second drawing after the primary. The ruling followed election complaints and resolved one of several similar ca...

05/06/2026

Join us in getting caught up on River Valley School Board news ✨📚

The district banned cell phones? What's that about property taxes?

Keep hearing about a 400 year veto affecting your taxes? (Spoiler: it's not that simple) Don't know what a tax levy or revenue limit is and at this point you're too afraid to ask?
This is the story for you!

River Valley School District considers reduced tax levy increase pending state-level inaction, cell phones banned in school

The River Valley School District Board has addressed various policy updates regarding cell phone usage and new course offerings during meetings in January and February. Meanwhile, the Wisconsin State Assembly adjourned without enacting necessary education funding reforms, leading to concerns about rising property taxes and budget pressures on local schools.

Read it here ⬇️

The River Valley School District Board has addressed various policy updates regarding cell phone usage and new course offerings during meetings in January and February. Meanwhile, the Wisconsin State Assembly adjourned without enacting necessary education funding reforms, leading to concerns about r...

05/05/2026

🥇🥇🥈🏅 Are you feeling sparkly? We are. Or rather woody 🪵 The award plaques are wood. But they’re Wisconsin shaped and neat. Anyway:

At the 2025 Better Newspaper Contest Awards, held by the Wisconsin Newspaper Association, Valley Sentinel garnered four awards despite a temporary publication halt.

Check out the categories and awards below, and read the pieces that placed ⬇️

At the 2025 Better Newspaper Contest Awards, held by the Wisconsin Newspaper Association, Valley Sentinel garnered four awards despite a brief publication halt. Recognized editors and contributors showcased remarkable journalism in various categories, including editorial, general news, and advertisi...

05/05/2026

What has Valley Sentinel been up to?

Much like the Helena Lake sign between Arena and Spring Green recently, we were under water — honestly, still are.

We’ve been largely quiet for some months. Out of health, out of care, out of necessity. No excuse we could offer would cover the poor communication on our part — so we won’t try to make one. We’re sorry. However, we can offer some context.

Read our latest column from our recent newsletter edition On the Cover: Underwater ⬇️
(Plus some more updates in the links in the comments)

Like the Helena Lake sign, we have been underwater. The newspaper has been quiet due to health and operational challenges, but plans to re-tool and engage the community. Ongoing updates will be provided online, with hopes to resume print editions and newsletters as efforts progress. Community suppor...

05/03/2026

📰 Newsletter Edition - Post April - https://mailchi.mp/4902d2b4e171/11-14-9305833

05/02/2026

Today and tomorrow, at Wyoming Valley School.

This event extends beyond a traditional art show. I believe all forms of creativity are art—whether you’re baking in your kitchen, growing plants, weaving a shawl, or simply expressing yourself. Each is a meaningful reflection of creativity and care.

Indoor Artisans & Vendors:
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- Ken Garden
- Nancy Garden
- Jim Galbraith
- A Botanical Dyery | Kipp Inglis
- Jay Warner
- Lori Schaeffer
- Nan Marshall
- Barbara Martin
- Helen's Daughters Studio | Char terBeest Kudla
- Liba Brent
- CrewlArt by Gregory Frederic
- Jennifer Angelo
- Fishmonger Studio |James Shulkin
- Cesar Duarte
- James Shulkin
- Denise Bare
- Celyna Socha
- Lyndsey Standage
- Joshua Ludke
- Buzzed Bean Coffee Co.

Here is a list of the talented makers, bakers, and growers who will be showcasing their work outside during the event.
- Jessica Monteferrante (Sunday Only)
- Owen & JJ’s Roadside Market (Sunday Only)
- Amy James (Sunday Only)
- Shawn Olmstead
- .lady (Sunday Only)
- Marlee Meyer
- Liam Meyer
- Lucinda Quam
- Almost There Farm
- Kings Honey
- Chef's Hideout (Saturday Only)
- Ben's Soft Pretzels
- Eddies Grill (Saturday Only)

04/30/2026

May 2nd & 3rd from 10 - 4 | Spring Green, WI Wyoming Valley School Cultural Arts Center Organized by A Botanical Dyery, Kippian Inglis This show begins with a dream I’ve carried for a long time—the desire to create something that brings artists and community together. I’ve always been drawn to...

04/14/2026

4-14-26/3:45pm
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Subject: Notification of New Designated Severe Weather Shelter Location – Spring Green

Dear Members and Partners,

This letter is to formally notify you of a change in the designated severe weather shelter location for the Village of Spring Green.

Effective immediately, the Spring Green Severe Weather Shelter is no longer located at the Spring Green Fire Department. The new designated severe weather shelter location is:

Spring Green Intermediate School * 660 W. Daley Street * Spring Green, WI

The access point for the shelter, is located on the north side of the building at the far west end Door “L”. The gym (main level) and athletic locker room (lower level) can be accessed here.
This notification is being provided to ensure all emergency services personnel, dispatch operations, emergency management partners, and general public are aware of the updated shelter location.

Sincerely,
Lin Gunderson
Fire Chief

04/14/2026

SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK is April 13-17, 2026.

UPDATED: As a reminder, if you are in Spring Green when the tornado siren goes off, the Spring Green Intermediate School (not the fire station) is the official shelter.

If you are closer to the Library, you can also head here during our regular hours. We will have the basement open for you. The basement door is located in the Community Room, and signs will be up to direct you.

It is good to be prepared!

04/14/2026