Last weekend, the community of Eaton was alight with activity and excitement as rummagers took advantage of a third weekend of local deal hunting. On Thursday, Friday and Saturday, the municipality hosted the annual Town of Eaton Regional Rummage Sale featuring almost 40 individual registered sales and endless unique treasures for the keen eye to find.

Last Friday, the air in the Village of Denmark was filled with excitement, noise and engine smoke as area students took part in a beloved spring tradition celebrating local agriculture. That morning, the usual morning hustle and bustle was accompanied by the presence of over four dozen tractors trundling their way through town on the way to school.

Last Tuesday, the eyes of Denmark area residents were collectively fixed on their televisions as one of our own iconic citizens took part in an iconic competition. That morning, Cooperstown native and resident Nick Propson was a featured contestant on the day's The Price is Right episode bringing his unique personality to the acclaimed gameshow.

Mustard. While a welcomed addition to a sandwich, the plant itself is an aggressive and invasive species that is detrimental to the life of other wildflowers. This year, the Friends of Neshota Park are partnering with Viking Academy to host a fun volunteer event aimed at eradicating the weed from Neshota Park.

Last weekend, one and all were welcome to get an up close look at a truly unique farm. On Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Black Frog Farms in Maribel opened their gates for their yearly open house weekend featuring tours, interactions with a variety of animals and lots of fun. The Denmark News checked out the open house on Saturday to see just what Black Frog Farm was all about.

Last Wednesday, the Village of Denmark hosted a special ceremony to rechristen a street in honor of a long-time community fixture. That afternoon, representatives of the village and members of the Wellner family gathered as Maiden Lane was officially renamed Wellner Way in honor of the late Warren Wellner. The Denmark News was there to document the moment and share it with the public.

Last month, the greater Denmark community gained another top-notch dining establishment with the opening of the area's newest eatery--Maribel Country Diner. Last week, we sat down with the people behind the restaurant to learn how it came to be, how business is going and what is next for the new dining destination.

Last weekend, the Village of Denmark was bustling with bargain-hunting action and thrifting excitement as thousands descended on the town for an annual tradition dating back over three decades. On Friday and Saturday, the municipality hosted the 33rd Annual Denmark Village-Wide Rummage Sale sponsored by the Denmark Community Business Association (DCBA) featuring nearly 100 different sales throughout the municipality and beyond.

The greater Denmark area is home to a number of amazing volunteer organizations that all work hard to help others and make our community a better place. Next week, members from these organizations are invited to gather at one of two informational gatherings aimed at identifying ways they can work together to promote healthy social connectivity throughout the community.

If you didn't get your rummaging fix during this year's 30th Annual Maribel Rummage Sale, you are in luck, because this weekend has even more bargain hunting in store. This Friday and Saturday, the Village of Denmark will be overtaken with the 33rd Annual Denmark Village-Wide Rummage Sale sponsored by the DCBA.

On Sunday, April 28, the Performing Arts Center at Denmark High School was host to a special concert showcasing amazing musical talent. That afternoon, the Denmark Knights of Columbus Father Platta Council #4735 hosted the MacDowell Male Chorus from Appleton for a display of top-notch male musical ability. The Denmark News was in attendance to learn more.

Last Thursday, the DHS Performing Arts Center was packed with spectators for a special annual concert spotlighting local young talent. That night, the Denmark Elementary School Treble Maker Choir held their yearly performance featuring over 80 students performing a selection of fun songs.

Last Saturday, the hall at Eddie Whipp's was filled with supporters of a great cause aimed at helping those in our community who are most in need.

Last weekend, the Village of Maribel was teeming with excitement  and action for a yearly tradition decades in the making. On Friday and Saturday, the small community hosted the 30th Annual Maribel Rummage Sale with bargain hunters from across the area and beyond descending in search of deals and steals. The Denmark News was live on the scene to learn more about this year's sale.

This Spring, the Denmark Viking Trap Teams are back for another season of marksmanship and fun. Starting last month, the middle school and high school have been practicing with scoring starting last week. Last week, we talked with team advisor Mickey Fels to learn more about each team and what is in store for this season.