On Thursday, the Denmark Elementary School (DES) 4th graders took to the stage in the high school’s Performing Arts Center to present a lively performance of "Pirates, the Musical” by John Jacobson and Roger Emerson under the direction of DES Music teacher Tammy Carley.

The potential of AI data centers was a major topic of discussion once again last Tuesday during this month's Town of Cooperstown Board of Supervisors meeting with board members taking action to place regulations on any data center project as well as prevent any town official from signing non disclosure-agreements (NDAs). The Denmark News was in attendance to learn more.

Prior to last week's monthly Village of Denmark Board of Trustees meeting, the board convened a special hearing to consider an appeal of a designation of a "dangerous dog". Board members heard from the Village's Humane Officer, the dog's owner and neighbors before deliberating and delivering their conclusion.

Construction for the district’s referendum project is expected to begin soon, according to an update from Superintendent Erlandson. Construction fencing may be installed as early as Monday, March 16, which will bring changes to parking and traffic patterns around the school.

On March 11, 2026, Mishicot hosted its annual Firefighter Basketball Night at Mishicot High School. The event began at 6:00 p.m. and brought together firefighters and community members for an evening centered on friendly competition, camaraderie, and support for local emergency services.

Mishicot High School recently celebrated Civics Week with a variety of activities designed to help students and staff learn more about government and civic responsibility. Organized by the Social Studies teachers, the week focused on encouraging students to become informed and engaged citizens while having fun.

On February 27 and 28, nine area dancers headed south to showcase their talents at a higher level. After an impressive regular season that culminated with a fourth consecutive trip to State, the Denmark Dance Team took to the nationwide stage for this year's Contest of Champions Dance Nationals in Orlando. The Denmark News spoke with parents and members of the team to learn more.

This weekend, while Denmark wrestlers were vying for the top spot at this year’s Team State competition in La Crosse, a different kind of Denmark team was facing off in Green Bay in their own State-level competition.

Last Tuesday, the Denmark High School Performing Arts Center hosted an annual auction with unconventional lots aimed at raising funds for an acclaimed local organization. That night, the Denmark FFA hosted this year's annual Worker & Homemade Pie Auction in the theater with dozens of students and even more desserts being offered up to the highest bidder. The Denmark News stopped by the auction to learn more.

Last Monday, a dozen Denmark High School (DHS) students took to the Performing Arts Center stage for this year's DHS Recital Night with something for all musical tastes being offered.

Last week, the Village of Denmark Community Business Relations Committee (CBRC) met to plan a number of upcoming local happenings. Among the events discussed were this year's Trunk or Treat, Tree Lighting and the approaching 2026 Denmark Rummage Sale.

EDITORS NOTE: Due to the incoming snowstorm, this event has been POSTPONED until SUNDAY, APRIL 12

As winter begins to fade and temperatures slowly rise, spring sports are officially getting underway at Mishicot High School. 

Mishicot High School’s Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) chapter is encouraging fellow high school students to spread positivity among their peers. FCCLA president Eva Boness discovered research showing March has the highest percentage of mental health-related incidents compared to any other month of the year.

On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, Mishicot High School welcomed Sarah VanLaecken to speak with high school students and staff about mental health. VanLaecken traveled from South Dakota with the goal of connecting with and encouraging students in the community.