School history was made this season as Debra Kuss became the first girls’ wrestler from Mishicot High School to qualify for the state tournament. Her achievement marks a major milestone, not only for the wrestling program but for girls’ athletics in the Mishicot community.

On Saturday, February 28, 2026, Mishicot junior Owen Schacht stepped onto the mat for the biggest match of his season at the WIAA State Wrestling Tournament Championship. Wrestling with confidence and control, Schacht earned a major decision victory (14-5) over second-seeded Nolan Hanke of Lancaster High School to claim the state title. His dominant performance capped off an already remarkable season and solidified his place among Mishicot’s top athletes.

Mishicot High School has officially named Joe Baeten as its new varsity football head coach, promoting a familiar face who has already spent years building relationships within the program.

This past week, the Mishicot FFA Chapter celebrated National FFA Week with a variety of dress-up days, engaging activities, and meaningful community service projects. This week served as a reminder of the chapter’s commitment to leadership, personal growth, and agricultural education.

One of the most anticipated local news stories of 2026 is the ongoing transformation and eventual unveiling of the Community First Credit Union Community Center which is slated to open its doors to the public this fall. Since the official groundbreaking in October, a steady stream of work crews have descended on the former Early Childhood Center (ECC) to convert the shuttered school into a modern and welcoming community hub.

This Friday, Saturday and Sunday, one and all are invited to Rooster’s Coop for a beloved local tradition that utilizes a bizarre twist on a classic sport to raise funds for a great cause. This weekend, the rural bar will host the 42nd annual Blindman’s Volleyball Tournament to help raise funds for Green Bay CP with plenty of food, drinks, prizes and fun for anyone to enjoy.

While the opening of the Denmark Cobblestone in 2024 saw a return of hotel services to the village for the first time in decades, it was far from the first establishment in the community to offer them. In fact, there was a time when numerous small hotels and inns could be found in the village and throughout the countryside with three in downtown Denmark alone.

Last week, the Village of Denmark took to their Denmark Bulletin email update service to warn residents of a potential scam. The message warned the village had “been made aware of a scam call received by a resident in which the caller ID displayed the Village Hall’s main phone number”. The caller allegedly made false claims that the resident had taken out a large loan in Texas.

Last week, legendary Wisconsin comedian, author and journalist, Charlie Berens, provided recorded testimony in support of legislation crafted by a local state senator.

Recently, the Denmark High School Student Council undertook their annual Crush Drive which coincides with Valentine’s Day. Students could choose to purchase a Crush for one of their peers with three flavors denoting their relationship. Strawberry was for a “crush”, orange was for a “friend” and grape for when “things were a little bit complicated”.

With grit in their hearts and belief in each other, the 6th grade boys’ basketball team captured the State Championship this weekend — and in doing so, captured the pride of an entire community.

At Mishicot High School, the Cadets program is giving students a firsthand look into careers in law enforcement while building leadership and teamwork skills that extend beyond the classroom. The Mishicot Cadets have learned the importance of working together as a unit and moving as a team, a skill that mirrors the real life coordination required in emergency response situations.

On Thursday, February 19, 2026, the Mishicot Music and Art Departments hosted their annual Debuts and Desserts event in the Performing Arts Gym at Mishicot High School. Mishicot High School Band Director Jacob Van Dyke, who founded the event several years ago, can be credited with bringing the collaborative showcase to life.

February 15 marked School Resource Officer (SRO) Appreciation Day, a time set aside to recognize the important role SROs play in keeping schools safe while building positive relationships with students and staff.

Funded by the Parents Group, all O.H. Schultz Elementary School students enjoyed a day of winter fun on Thursday, February 12, 2026. As part of a schoolwide incentive field trip, students spent a portion of their day sledding at the Kewaunee Winter Park, taking full advantage of Wisconsin’s snowy season.