Verona Press

03/13/2026

Dane County will likely be hit with heavy snow, freezing rain and strong winds over the next few days, during a long duration winter storm being forecast by the National Weather Service. Everyone in Dane County is encouraged to prepare for the poten…

Dane County will likely be hit with heavy snow, freezing rain and strong winds over the next few days, during a long duration winter storm being forecast by the National Weather Service. Everyone in Dane County is encouraged to prepare for the potential hazards this weather system could produce.

03/13/2026

The only obstacle that could slow Verona sophomore point guard Terrin Jackson from driving to the basket came when he rolled his ankle late and left the game for a moment.

Verona's sophomore point guard Terrin Jackson shines with 32 points in a thrilling win over Beloit Memorial, leading his team to the sectional championship.

03/13/2026

The Verona Area/Madison Edgewood gymnastics team’s co-op came to an end after the WIAA Division 1 state meet on Saturday, March 7.

The Verona Area/Madison Edgewood gymnastics co-op comes to an end after the WIAA Division 1 state meet. The Big Eight Conference rejects approval for next season.

03/12/2026

Sugar Creek Elementary students turned reading time into a glowing good time last week “During the Gush and Glow for Books event.”

Sugar Creek Elementary students turned reading time into a glowing good time last week “During the Gush and Glow for Books event.” Various classes signed up for a cozy reading session in the step room complete with snacks, glow sticks, and fun book-themed tattoos, celebrating the joy of reading ...

03/12/2026

The College Board has named Verona Area High School to the Advanced Placement (AP) School Honor Roll, awarding the school Gold distinction in recognition of student success and expanded participation in AP coursework.

03/12/2026

The Lettermen introduced the world to their infamous three-part harmony in 1961.

The Lettermen introduced the world to their infamous three-part harmony in 1961. The American pop trio’s first single, a soft, melodic cover of “The Way You Look Tonight,” quickly made its way to the 13th spot on the Billboard Hot 100.

03/12/2026

O’Rourke Media Group’s three weekly papers – the Verona Press, Stoughton Courier Hub and Oregon Observer – collectively won eight awards at the Wisconsin Newspaper Association’s 2025 Better Newspaper Contest on Friday, March 6 in Madison.

03/11/2026

Community Events Calendar: March 12-22

Time, date, location subject to change.

Community Events Calendar: March 12-22

03/11/2026

The following Verona students were among 2,151 students who received degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison on December 14, 2025. The university held its Winter 2025 Commencement ceremony for undergraduates and graduates at the Kohl Center…

The following Verona students were among 2,151 students who received degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison on December 14, 2025.

03/11/2026

The Verona Area School District (VASD) is excited to welcome Kirstin Houghan as the Principal of Sugar Creek Elementary School, effective July 1, 2026. Houghan will succeed Todd Brunner, who will retire in June after 30 years of leadership and servi…

The Verona Area School District (VASD) is excited to welcome Kirstin Houghan as the Principal of Sugar Creek Elementary School, effective July 1, 2026. Houghan will succeed Todd Brunner, who will retire in June after 30 years of leadership and service.

03/11/2026

The City of Verona Common Council approved a preliminary plan for Grassland Terrace Senior Living Community during a meeting on Monday, March 9.

03/10/2026

Verona senior Dominika Ziemba envisioned winning a medal at the WIAA Division 1 individual state gymnastics meet.

Verona senior Dominika Ziemba finished as the Division 1 state runner-up in the floor exercise with a score of 9.5 on Saturday, March 7, at Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln High School.