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The Sauk County Humane Society has unveiled its pets of the week, with comments from shelter staff. They are as follows.

It’s already Fair season for Sauk County.

The annual event starts Monday, July 10, and continues through Sunday, July 16, at the Sauk County Fairgrounds in Baraboo. It’s free to walk through the gate but fees apply for parking within the grounds.

It’s tempting to break out the lawn mower at the first sign of rising grass, but gardening and wildlife experts advise holding off before you press that primer.

The common muskrat is most active at dusk, dawn and at night but may be seen at all times in all seasons. 

The Spring Green Arts & Crafts Fair will be held June 24 and 25 on Jefferson Street. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

The Sauk County Humane Society has unveiled its pets of the week, with comments from shelter staff. They are as follows.

On May 11, 17 Sauk County Institute of Leadership (SCIL) participants met at the Town of Fairfield Hall for their ninth and final session of the 2022-2023 program. 

Wisconsin red flowers are only open to ruby-throated hummingbirds, even though one or two other species may lose their ways and stop by for nectar. 

Once getting to know this tiny bird, 1/7 ounce on a scale, its humming sounds are enough to alert a look.  The more one learns about this bird, the more there is to know, it seems. 

The Van Orden Mansion in Baraboo is open for the season, and with a special exhibit on display.

Persons of Interest focuses on the different folks who have lived in Sauk County. They may have been trail blazers or influencers, or they may have led fascinating lives.

The Sauk County Sheriff’s Office issued an alert Monday afternoon for missing 13-year-old boy.